CONDOLENCE.

CALLS. When death occurs in the family of a friend,

one should call in person and make kindly

inquiries for the family and leave a card,

but should not ask to see those in trouble

unless a very near and dear acquaintanceship warrants.

For a very intimate acquaintance, cut flowers

may be left in person or sent, together

with a card, unless the request has been made

to send none.

CARDS. A visiting-card is used with the word

CONDOLENCE written on it, and should be left

in person if possible, but may be sent or

mailed to intimate friends only if accompanied

by a note of apology. If out of town, it

should be sent by mail with letter of condolence.

A MR. and MRS. card may be used at any

time for condolence, except for intimate

friends.

LETTERS. Only the most intimate and dear

friends should send letters of condolence, and

they may send flowers with the note unless

the request has been made to send none.

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