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woman at a notable assembly, who, on being asked why she was present, replied: "I am next-door neighbor." But, as at most receptions one meets people like one's self, and as at least one-third of the world is plain and awkward, would it not be well to insist on a forced growth of conscience, which should deter a young man from using his eye-glass to examine a young lady before he is introduced to her; and which should compel a young lady to instantly draw the unwilling victim into conversation? It is time for hostesses and patronesses to insist on their rights if guests have become the law-givers, and decline all introductions except those they desire. Some people cannot accept an invitation without bringing their personal caprices with them. Many elderly young men decline an introduction, as they "already have such an extensive circle." Que such individual was asked to be presented to a lady who was sitting alone. He eyed her thoroughly, and declined. He

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