Every action in company ought to be with some sign of respect to those
present.
Think before you speak, pronounce not imperfectly, nor bring your words
too hastily, but orderly and distinctly.
Associate yourself with men of good quality, if you esteem your own
reputation; for it is better to be alone than in bad company.
—_George Washington._
When we are alone, we have our thoughts to watch, in the family our
tempers, in company our tongues.
—_Hannah More._
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