There once was a time when people strove for etiquette
the help them rise above their base existence, such as...
The thoughtful motorist will not speed along
near the curb on a wet day,
and thus bespattering pedestrians with mud.
Nor will he speed along on a country road
and cover the pedestrians with a cloud of dust.
A motorist should always be careful
to give the recognized hand signals.
When moving to the side,
be careful not the crowd cyclists and others
into the gutter.
Be sure to slow down when passing restive horses.
Always stop to give aid.
Treat passengers with etiquette.
Be sure of the comfort of all passengers
before taking your seat.
Get out first to help your passengers alight.
Do not put a lady or an elderly man
in the dickey seat.
If you have a nervous passenger,
drive slow, even if it’s not needed for safety,
as a nervous passenger will not realize this.
On a motor coach
there is no need to enter into conversation
with others seated near.
If the motor coach pulls up for refreshments,
you should ask any unaccompanied lady near you
if you may obtain anything for her.
Allow her to pay without being demur.
On long trips allow passengers frequent rests.
Do not be unduly noisy in the coach,
and above all do not throw anything over the side.
The laws and regulations
are set out very clearly with the booklet
which is handed to every motorist with his license.
Author notes
.......................Yes, there was once a time when people
strove for etiquette to help them rise
above their base existence...
I saw this in an old (1929) etiquette book for men,
and it seemed poetic.
Written March 31st, 2005
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Wow! Uplifting & very fun to read. I am so glad for the opportunity to enjoy this piece. The layout of the images is wonderful. I really did have fun reading it. Got some giggles
out of it. Nice job! Again, thanks for sharing this! Refreshing to see something different, very whimsical, with lighthearted humor! Susan
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Wow!
At first...I thought this was a conjecture of some kind: a "mimic" or parody, of some kind. Until I reached the end to discover this was actually in print as an socially accepted behavoir for that time period. Amazing, honestly, thinking of all the people I have probably brought to tears with my "reckless driving". Really makes to wonder when you hear the saying: "Those were 'different' times." Isn't that an understatement.
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I like how you portray how polite everything was during that time period. I think thats a microcosm for society. How etiquette and chivalry are not even practiced, let alone enforced by rules. I think you did a good job with the pictures too. Nice work -
this was like reading a story with the pictures and it was funny to see the old pictures with this too. I liked reading this very much.
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This is very well written, and the pictures are organized perfectly. What a great little history lesson you gave us. It makes me wish for a more "polite" era to exist in. It is very respectful. My, how society has changed! Now we have car jackings and road rage. Thanks for a glimpse of yesteryear.
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Etiquette seems to have become a forgotten art as people are too busy bustling about their busy existence. The art of putting others first, thinking about their needs has taken a back burner to the ever present SELF. I enjoyed reading this as most of these rules can be applied to everyday living as well as driving. Thank you for these reminders.
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Very well written, I really like the layout of the pictures and the background. It complements your writing and all flows together nicely.
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Probably the most interesting background I've seen. I bow to you word usage and your knowledge of the era. Way before my yime, but thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.
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this is a wonderful piece, brings to mind chivalry, etiquette and good common sense...your background is very good also
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Very well written, my friend. I love your use of pictures, and where you put the lettering. I'd be amazed to see this happening, seeing as the world is pretty rude. Great write.
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This was certainly different from the normal that I read. I liked the use of the pictures! How times have changed! There is so much road rage today and plain lack of manners in general that it should be required reading for all! Thanks for sharing!
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Very novel idea - unique actually, and really good.
Super images.
well done.
Robin. -
manners book for men?/ that's a trip and a half, it only proves how much the times have changed since the late 20's, i wonder what a guy would think if he looked at that book today? i really like the pictures you used also, it reminds me of a cafe we have in town called 'nitsy 9's', which is made to be like a speakeasy..
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This was so cute! I love the pictures as well so classy... I wish guys had the "gentlman" qualities of previous generations now days... Great Write! Emma
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I liked this a lot, although some of the rules are now out dated for practical reasons some of them should still be used Very good, I liked the pictures again
All the best,
Pozo
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great poem, i love the pictures! This is awesome!
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