Chapter III: Part 3

"Few ladies know how to dress for horse exercise, although there has been a great improvement, so far as taste has been concerned, of late years. As to the head-dress, it may be whatever is in fashion, provided it fits the head so as not to require continual adjustment, often needed when the hands would be better employed with the reins and whip. It should shade from the sun, and, if used in hunting, protect the nape of the neck from rain. The recent fashions of wearing the plumes or feathers of the ostrich, the cock, the capercailzie, the pheasant, the peacock, and kingfisher, in the riding-hats of young ladies, in my humble opinion, are highly to be commended. As to the riding habit, it may be of any color or material, suitable to the wearer and season of the year, but the sleeves must fit rather closely; nothing can be more out of place, inconvenient, and ridiculous, than the wide hanging sleeves which look so well in a drawing-room. For country use, the skirt of the habit may be short, and bordered at the bottom a foot deep with leather. The fashion of a waistcoat of light material for summer, revived from the fashion of last century, is a decided improvement; and so is the over-jacket of cloth or seal-skin for rough weather. It is the duty of every woman to dress in as becoming and attractive a manner as possible; there is no reason why pretty young girls should not indulge in picturesque riding-costume, so long as it is appropriate. Many ladies entirely spoil the 'set' of their dress skirts, by retaining the usual _impedimenta_ of petticoats. The best horsewomen wear nothing more than a flannel chemise, with long, colored sleeves. Ladies trowsers should be of the same material and color as the habit; and, if full, flowing like a Turk's, and fastened with an elastic band round the ankle, they will not be distinguished from the skirt. In this costume, which may be made amply warm by the folds of the trowsers, plaited like a Highlander's kilt (fastened with an elastic band at the waist), a lady can sit down in a manner impossible for one encumbered by two or three short petticoats. It is the chest and back that require double folds of protection during and after stormy exercise. There is a prejudice against ladies wearing long Wellington boots, but it is quite absurd, for they need never be seen, and are a great comfort and protection in riding long distances, when worn with trowsers tucked inside. They should, for obvious reasons, be large enough for warm woolen stockings, and easy to get on and off. It would not look well to see a lady struggling out of a pair of wet boots, with the help of a bootjack and a couple of chambermaids. The heels of riding-boots, whether for ladies or gentlemen, should be low, but long to keep the stirrup in its place."

HOW TO ORDER A HOME.--RULES FOR HOME CONDUCT AND FAMILY ETIQUETTE.

As we have said, all _true_ politeness is founded in kindness and unselfishness. Nowhere is there a better chance for its better display than in the family circle. Here we may be certain that it springs from genuine goodness, as there is nothing to be gained by its practice, except the reward which comes from all well-doing. We may say that in no place is there so much _need_ of its exercise, in order to keep the wheels of life running smoothly; for "family jars," as they are laughingly called, are very apt to occur, unless the oil of kindness is used to subdue the friction. Children should always show their parents that respect and tenderness which is _their due_. Even where they may consider that they have been unjustly dealt with, it is well for them to remember their own inexperience, that, possibly, their judgment may not be as perfect as they now believe it to be; and that, at all events, the love and care bestowed upon them, in the helpless days of their childhood, entitle their parents to regard and consideration.

For children to place their parents in a ridiculous light before others, mocking their defects, or appearing too conscious of their old-fashioned manners, is only a proof of their own weakness, and will lessen them in the esteem of any amiable person.

For children to assume the most comfortable chairs, the most conspicuous places, or, in any way, to intrude themselves first, to the neglect of then parents, is a very grave fault.

It is desirable to take the first step in the courtesies of the day, which engender so much pleasant feeling, by meeting the different members of the family with a cheerful "Good-morning."

It is highly desirable that, at table, the same rules of precedence, the same moderation and nicety be observed which would be practiced if guests were present. Fixed _habits_ of politeness will only be attained where they are cultivated _at home_.

No scrambling, haste, untidiness, or noise should be allowed among the younger members of the circle. They should be made to wait quietly until their elders are served, to eat without unseemly greediness, and drink without labored breathing or spasmodic sounds. If early trained to propriety, it will not be necessary to banish them from the table every time that company is present. Such banishment will tend to make them awkward and lacking in self-possession; though, of course, well-governed children will wait cheerfully when there is necessity for it.

A pleasant "thank you," or "I'm obliged to you," spoken by one sister to another, to a brother, or a mother, for a favor conferred, will last, even in a selfish point of view; for it will increase the _disposition to be kind_, and will lighten the burden of any little service unmistakably. Children should never press around a visitor with the question, "How long are you going to stay?" nor around a relative or parent, returned from an absence, with, "What have you brought me?" "Did you bring me any thing pretty?" If they have reason to expect a present, let them refrain from alluding to it, lest the friend should suspect they thought more of the gift than of welcoming the giver.

If a new member enters the family, as the bride of a brother, or the husband of a sister, true good-breeding can never appear to better advantage, than in the kind reception and treatment of the new-comer. Ideas and habits in such an one, differing from those of the circle into which he or she may have come, should not be too severely criticised; for, it should be remembered, they have probably been differently educated. Even faults should be as charitably viewed as possible; and where respect and love are impossible, it is still best for those who _must_ dwell together, to exercise Christian forbearance, and not forget such courtesies as the case admits of.

If you have invited guests, forget your own pleasure in consulting theirs; never do or say a rude thing to a guest. Many a jest, sarcasm, inattention, or slight, which would be excusable anywhere else, becomes a rudeness if it happens under your own roof to a person calling upon or visiting you. Even in a friendly argument, be careful not to forget yourself, and take sides too warmly _against_ your opponent, if he be also your visitor or guest.

If you have extended a special invitation to a friend at a distance to come and remain with you for a time, if the friend be a lady, and arrives by any public conveyance, have yourself, your carriage, or some messenger at the spot of arrival to conduct her to your residence. The house should be in good order, that she may not feel disconcerted, nor that she is an intruder. Have all things prepared to give her a cheerful welcome. Let her not suffer from the neglect to provide for her comfort those things which she would not like to be compelled to ask for. Her room should be well supplied with the means of bathing and refreshing herself, and for arranging her toilet. The bureau should have empty drawers for the accommodation of her muslins, and the closet empty pegs for the reception of her dresses. She should be consulted as to the _kind_ of bed she prefers, and allowed to retire early, the first evening, if fatigued with her journey. As some people are in the habit of sleeping under more covering than others, there should be a certainty of plenty, especially if the weather be chilly or changeable.

She should be made to feel _welcome_, and be honored by such civilities as will please her. If she is fond of company, and expects to be introduced to your circle of friends, you should apprise your friends in advance of her visit, that they may call upon her after her arrival.

The table should be neat and furnished with suitable dishes. Of course, your means and habits, will influence the amount of expense and trouble you can afford to go to; what we mean is, that a guest should not be left to feel neglected or uncared for. We have said "lady," in speaking of the visitor; but the same rules will be observed toward guests of the other sex; only they are not usually so much in the house, do not absorb so much of your time, nor require so much company. The gentleman of the house will see that his friend is amused and cared for when out with him during those hours not usually spent at home.

Do not allow your children to be troublesome to visitors; to climb upon them, soil their dresses with their fingers, handle their jewelry and ornaments, ask annoying questions, nor intrude themselves into their private apartments at unseasonable hours; nor ever, without first knocking and waiting to be bidden to come in. Do not, yourself, intrude without knocking; nor allow your servants to do so.

To permit children to ask visitors for money, or for articles in their possession, which the children may admire, is extremely out of place.

To permit children to follow company about, never giving them a moment of retirement, standing by while they make their toilet, and at all times and seasons, is not only annoying, but is vulgar.

If you have invited a friend or friends to tea, have every thing in readiness by the earliest hour at which they may be expected. Do not let them find fires just lighted, yourself not dressed, nor other evidences that they have arrived too soon.

Usually guests--especially ladies--will desire to lay aside their outer garments in some dressing-room, where they can give a glance at their hair, or arrange their dress, before being ushered into the parlor. If you have asked a gentleman friend, whom you knew has just come from his place of business, give him an opportunity of bathing his face and hands, and brushing his hair.

There are many little attentions to the entertainment and comfort of others which will not be wanting where the will is good and the heart sincere. _Try to make all feel at ease and happy in your house._

While every attention is counseled to be shown to guests, let it not be supposed that _show_ and _seeming_, to "keep up appearances" before others, is what is sought.

The inmates of the same house should endeavor to be agreeable to one another. No outside admiration can compensate for the want of love and respect at home. Gross neglect of attire, unseemly morning apparel, uncombed hair, and total neglect of those little arts and charms which make the female portion of the household so much more lovable, are inexcusable. We should bear in mind that the love of friends is worth more than the flattery of strangers. Only absolute ill-health, or great stress of employment, can excuse slovenly appearances at _any_ hour of the day, in any member of the family.

The table should _always_ be laid with a certain degree of care. Dishes should not be huddled on, nor dirty table-linen allowed, because there is no company to criticise. This will be one of the _surest tests_ of the refinement of a family.

The birthdays of the different members should be honored with good wishes; and gifts, however trifling, if affectionately given, help to keep up that kindly feeling which is the life of the social circle.

It is well to have a few feast-days in the course of the year. Life was not made entirely for labor; and an occasional holiday is a bright spot for children to look back to when they are no longer children. This is only _a hint_--we would not assert it to be "etiquette."

While children should honor their parents, parents should never seek to humiliate or degrade their children. It is bad policy to assert to a child, "You were always bad," "There is no good in you," "You are a liar," or, "You have disgraced yourself beyond forgiveness." Teach your children to respect _your_ moderation, if you wish them to govern _their_ passions. Teach them to respect themselves, if you wish them to possess any manliness or sense of honor.

Never _scold_. Administer reproof in a calm manner; it will be much more effective, while it will not fail to preserve the respect of your servants and children much more successfully and satisfactorily than the harsher course.

If visitors call when it is impossible or very inconvenient for you to see them, do not be afraid to send word that you are engaged. They have no right to be offended. Better far to tell the truth than to send the false and silly message, that you are "not at home."

CARDS OF INVITATION, WEDDING CARDS, ETC.

In inviting persons to an evening party, the form is: "Mrs. E. would be pleased to see Mr. and Mrs. D. at her house, on Thursday evening;" or, "Mrs. E.'s compliments to Mr. and Mrs. D., for Thursday evening;" or, "Mrs. E. at home on Thursday evening;" addressing the envelope to Mr. and Mrs. D.

If to a dinner-party, the form is much the same, only the hour is added, thus: "Mrs. E. at home Thursday evening. Dinner at six o'clock." In case the hour is named, the guest commits a great discourtesy in not being on hand at that hour precisely.

If a dance is proposed, it is proper to word the invitation, so as to inform the invited of the fact, thus: "Mrs. E.'s compliments for Thursday evening, to music and dancing;" or, "Mrs. E. will be pleased to see her friends, Thursday, at 8 P. M., to a dance."

When it is a public ball, or a stated soiree, the form of invitation is more formal: "Your company is solicited to a ball (or soiree, or party dansante), to be given at the Metropolitan Rooms, on the evening of Thursday, Dec. 10th, 1860." Then follow the names of the managing committee. This invitation should always be sent at least one week beforehand, in order to give ladies time to prepare their dresses.

If it is impossible from sickness, or otherwise, to accept an invitation to a private party, an excuse, or declination, should invariably be sent in on the _day prior_ to the party, that the lady of the house may be advised as to who is coming and who is not. This is a rule too little observed, but a really necessary one, to be made the study of all to practice. For a gentleman not to attend a party, after having received an invitation, and to send in no excuse for absence, is to be construed into a designed "cut," or as an evidence of ignorance. In many cases--particularly in cities--the rule is to send in notes of acceptance of invitation; but this is a superfluous ceremony, when it is understood that silence gives consent. The form of a declination of invitation is: "Mr. and Mrs. D. regret their inability to attend upon Mrs. E.'s invitation for Thursday evening." Or, when a good excuse is desirable, say: "Mr. and Mrs. D. greatly regret that sickness (or other and prior engagements) will prevent their acceptance of Mrs. E.'s kind invitation for Thursday evening."

In all cases of invitations or declinations, the date of writing should be placed on the left hand, below.

A plain, satin surfaced note paper, should be used, and the note should be inclosed in an envelope prepared for note paper, and be directed simply: "Mr. and Mrs. D.--Present;" and if sons and daughters are invited out of the same household, separate invitations should be sent to each. If a person is worth inviting at all, it is but proper that a _whole note_ should be inclosed. In case of husband and wife, as the law pronounces them "one," a single note will serve for both.

For visiting cards, the custom changes often. Sometimes it is a glazed card, sometimes not; sometimes a large one, sometimes a small one; sometimes with silvered edges, sometimes with golden border; sometimes with printed inscription, sometimes engraved, sometimes written in pencil. Any person designing to get up a set of visiting or wedding cards, should consult a good engraver; or, if no such person is near, should obtain from some friend, "just from the Metropolis," the "style." The usual form for visiting cards, is simply the name, no address being, given, as that belongs to business. For wedding cards, the style now in vogue is two cards in one envelop, one inscribed with the lady's maiden name, the other with the name of husband and wife, thus: "Mr. and Mrs. John Dean." If these are sent out before the wedding, and are designed as invitations to the ceremony, there is added to the last-named card the words: "At home, Thursday morning, at ten o'clock;" or, as the case may be, in the evening; or, if at church, say: "At St. John's Church, at 10 A. M., Thursday."

Letters of introduction have before been referred to. They should say: "The bearer, Mr. Horatio Green, is solicitous of your acquaintance (or friendship, or advice, or good offices, as the case may be), and I take pleasure in commending him to your favorable attention." In the envelope, along with the introductory note, should be the card of the person introduced.

Neither letters of introduction, nor cards of invitation, should be sealed, except they must be transmitted by mail, in which case reinclose the whole in another envelope for the mail.

CONTENTS

OF

Beadle's Dime Song Book,

NO. 1.

All's for the Best,
Annie Laurie,
A National Song,
Answer to a Thousand a Year,
Answer to Kate Kearney,
A Thousand a Year,
Belle Brandon,
Ben Bolt,
Blind Orphan Boy's Lament,
Bob Ridley,
Bold Privateer,
Do They Miss me at Home?
Don't be Angry, Mother,
Down the River,
E Pluribus Unum,
Evening Star,
Faded Flowers,
Gentle Annie,
Gentle Jenny Gray,
Glad to Get Home,
Hard Times,
Have You Seen my Sister,
Heather Dale,
Home Again,
I am not Angry,
I Want to Go Home,
Juney at the Gate,
Kate Kearney,
Kiss me Quick and Go,
Kitty Clyde,
Little Blacksmith,
My Home in Kentuck,
My Own Native Land,
Nelly Gray,
Nelly was a Lady,
Old Dog Tray,
Our Mary Ann,
Over the Mountain,
Poor Old Slave,
Red, White, and Blue,
Root, Hog, or Die,
Root, Hog, or Die, No. 2,
Root, Hog, or Die, No. 3,
Root, Hog, or Die, No. 4,
Row, Row,
Shells of the Ocean,
Song of the Sexton,
Star-Spangled Banner,
The Age of Progress,
The Dying Californian,
The Hills of New England,
The Lake-Side Shore,
The Miller of the Dee,
The Marseilles Hymn,
The Old Folks we Loved Long Ago,
The Old Farm-House,
The Old Play-Ground,
The Rock of Liberty,
The Sword of Bunker Hill,
The Tempest,
There's a Good Time Coming,
Twenty Years Ago,
Twinkling Stars,
Uncle Sam's Farm,
Unfurl the Glorious Banner,
Wait for the Wagon,
Willie, we have Miss'd You,
Willie'll Roam no More.

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Beadle's Dime Song Book,

NO. 2.

Alice Gray,
America,
Banks of the Old Mohawk,
Be Kind to Each Other,
Billy Grimes the Rover,
Bryan O'Lynn,
Come Sit Thee Down,
Cora Lee,
Crazy Jane,
Darling Nelly Moore,
Darling Old Stick,
Fireman's Victory,
Good News from Home,
Good-Night,
Grave of Lilly Dale,
Graves of a Household,
Home, Sweet Home,
I have no Mother Now,
I'm leaving Thee in Sorrow, Annie,
I miss Thee so,
I Shouldn't like to Tell,
I Wandered by the Brook-Side,
Katy Darling,
Kathleen Mavourneen,
Little Katy; or, Hot Corn,
Mary of the Wild Moor,
Mable Clare,
Mary Alleen,
Mill May,
Minnie Moore,
Minnie Dear,
Mrs. Lofty and I,
Mr. Finagan,
My Eye and Betty Martin,
My Love is a Saileur Boy,
My Mother Dear,
My Grandmother's Advice,
My Mother's Bible,
New England,
Oh! I'm Going Home,
Oh! Scorn not thy Brother,
O! the Sea, the Sea,
Old Sideling Hill,
Our Boyhood Days,
Our Father Land,
Peter Gray,
Rory O'More,
Somebody's waiting for Somebody,
The Farmer Sat in his Easy Chair,
The Farmer's Boy,
The Irishman's Shanty,
The Old Folks are Gone,
The Post-Boy's Song,
The Quilting Party,
Three Bells,
'Tis Home where the Heart is,
Waiting for the May,
We Stand Here United,
What other Name than Thine, Mother?
Where the Bright Waves are Dashing,
What is Home without a Mother,
Widow Machree,
Willie's on the Dark Blue Sea,
Winter--Sleigh-Bell Song,
Nancy Bell; or, Old Pine Tree.

CONTENTS

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Beadle's Dime Song Book,

NO. 3.

Annie, Dear, Good-by,
A Sailor's Life for Me,
Bessy was a Sailor's Bride,
Bonny Jean,
Comic Katy Darling,
Comic Parody,
Darling Jenny Bell,
Darling Rosabel,
Death of Annie Laurie,
Ettie May,
Few Days,
Give 'em String and let 'em Went,
Go it while You're Young,
Hail Columbia,
Happy Hezekiah,
I'd Choose to be a Daisy,
I have Something Sweet to Tell You,
Isle of Beauty,
I Think of Old Ireland wherever I Go,
Jeannette and Jeannot,
John Jones,
Jordan is a Hard Road to Travel,
Kitty Kimo,
Lather and Shave,
Lager Bier Song,
Linda has Departed,
Lillie Bell,
Love Not,
Man the Life-Boat,
My Dear Old Mother,
My Girl with a Calico Dress,
My Heart's in Old Ireland,
My Poor Dog Tray,
Old Rosin the Bow,
Over the Left,
Old Dog Tray, No. 2.
Parody on the West,
Pop Goes the Weasel,
Pretty Jane,
Rosa Lee,
Song of the Locomotive,
Sparking Sarah Jane,
The American Girl,
The American Boy,
The Boys of Kilkenny,
The Emigrant's Farewell,
The Fine Old English Gentleman,
The Fine Old Irish Gentleman,
The Fine Old Dutchman,
The Fireman's Death,
The Fireman's Boy,
The Girl I Left behind Me,
The Gold-Digger's Lament,
The Indian Hunter,
The Old Oaken Bucket,
The Old Whiskey Jug,
The Other Side of Jordan,
The Pirate's Serenade,
The Yellow Rose of Texas,
Ten O'Clock, or, Remember, Love, Remember,
Tilda Horn,
True Blue,
To the West,
Uncle Ned,
Unhappy Jeremiah,
Vilkins and his Dinah,
We Miss Thee at Home,
What Will Mrs. Grundy Say?
Woodman, Spare that Tree.

CONTENTS

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Beadle's Dime Song Book,

No. 4

Ain't I Glad to get out of the Wilderness,
A National Song,
Answer to Katy Darling,
A Merry Gipsy Girl again,
A Parody on "Uncle Sam's Farm,"
Ben Fisher and Wife,
Bonnie Jamie,
Broken-Hearted Tom, the Lover,
By the Sad Sea-Waves,
Columbia Rules the Sea,
Come, Gang awa' wi' Me,
Commence you Darkies all,
Cottage by the Sea,
Daylight is on the Sea,
Don't you cry so, Norah, Darling,
Erin is my Home,
Gal from the South,
He Led Her to the Altar,
Home, Sweet Home,
I am a Freeman,
I'll hang my Harp on a Willow-Tree,
I'm not Myself at all,
Indian Hunter,
I've been Roaming o'er the Prairie,
I Wish He would Decide, Mamma,
Jane Monroe,
Johnny is Gone for a Soldier,
Jolly Jack the Rover,
Kate was once a little Girl,
Kitty Tyrrel,
Let Me Kiss Him for his Mother,
Linda's Gone to Baltimore,
Maud Adair, and I,
Molly Bawn,
My ain Fireside,
My Boyhood's Home,
Nora, the Pride of Kildare,
O, God! Preserve the Mariner,
Oh, Kiss, but never tell,
Old Uncle Edward,
Paddy on the Canal,
Poor old Maids,
Ship A-Hoy!
Somebody's Courting Somebody,
Song of the Farmer,
Song of Blanche Alpen,
Sparking Sunday Night,
Sprig of Shilleleh,
Stand by the Flag,
The Farmer's Boy,
The Hazel Dell,
The Harp that once Through Tara's Hall,
The Indian Warrior's Grave,
The Little Low Room where I Courted my Wife,
The Low Backed Car,
The Old Brown Cot,
The Old Kirk-Yard,
The Railroad Engineer's Song,
They don't wish Me at Home,
Tom Brown,
Terry O'Reilly,
Uncle Gabriel,
Uncle Tim the Toper,
We were Boys and Girls together,
We are Growing Old together,
We are all so Fond of Kissing,
Where are now the Hopes I Cherished?
Within a Mile of Edinburgh Town,
Would I were a Boy again,
Would I were a Girl again,
Would I were with Thee.

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Beadle's Dime Song Book.

NO. 5.

A Dollar or Two,
A Man's a Man for a' That,
Angel's Whisper,
Auld Lang Syne,
A Yankee Ship, and a Yankee Crew,
Bashful Young Man,
Call Me Pet Names,
Camptown Races,
Charity,
Cheer, Boys, Cheer,
Comin' Thro' the Rye,
Der mot Astore,
Dilla Burn,
Down the Burn, Davy, Love,
Dumbarton's Bonnie Dell,
Ever of Thee,
Gum-Tree Canoe,
Hark! I hear an Angel Sing,
I'd Offer Thee this Hand of Mine,
In the Days when I Was Hard Up,
John Anderson, my Jo, John,
Johnny was a Shoemaker,
Kind Relations,
Last Week I took a Wife,
Mary of Argyle,
Meet Me by Moonlight,
Napolitaine,
Norah M'Shane,
Nothing Else to Do,
Och! Paddy, is it Yerself?
Oft in the Stilly Night,
Roll on Silver Moon,
Sambo, I have Miss'd You,
Sammy Slap, the Bill-Sticker,
Simon the Cellarer,
Something to Love Me,
Some Love to Drink,
Sourkrout and Sausages,
Still so Gently o'er Me Stealing
The Gay Cavalier,
The Gambler's Wife,
The Grave of Uncle True,
The Grave of Bonaparte,
The Ingle Side,
The Irish Emigrant's Lament,
The Ivy Green,
The Lass that Loves a Sailor,
The Last Rose of Summer,
The Lily of the West,
The Minute Gun at Sea,
The Monks of Old,
The Musical Wife,
The Ocean Burial,
The Old Arm-Chair,
The Poor Little Fisherman's Girl,
The Rat-catcher's Daughter,
The Rose of Allendale,
The Tail iv Me Coat,
The Watcher,
Thou art Gone from my Gaze,
Thou hast Wounded the Spirit,
'Tis Midnight Hour,
Twilight Dews,
Umbrella Courtship,
Wake! Dinah, Wake!
Washington, Star of the West,
We'll have a little Dance To-Night, Boys,
We Met by Chance,
When I Saw Sweet Nelly Home,
When the Swallows Homeward Fly,
Whoop de Doodle do,
William of the Ferry,
Will You Love Me Then as Now?

CONTENTS

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Beadle's Dime Song Book,

NO. 6.

Annie Lisle,
Beautiful World,
Be Kind to the Loved Ones,
Bobbin' Around,
Bonnie Dundee,
Courting in Connecticut,
Dearest Mae,
Dear Mother, I'll Come again,
Ella Ree,
Fairy Dell,
Far, far upon the Sea,
Gentle Hallie,
Gentle Nettie Moore,
Happy are we To-night,
Hattie Lee,
He Doeth All Things Well,
I can not Call her Mother,
I'll Paddle my own Canoe,
I'm Standing by thy Grave, Mother,
Is it Anybody's Business?
Jane O'Malley,
Jenny Lane,
Joanna Snow,
Johnny Sands,
Lilly Dale,
Little more Cider,
Lulu is our Darling Pride,
Marion Lee,
Meet me by the Running Brook,
Minnie Clyde,
Not for Gold,
Not Married Yet,
Oh, carry me Home to Die,
Oh! Silber Shining Moon,
Oh! Spare the Old Homestead,
Old Homestead,
Ossian's Serenade,
Over the River,
Riding on a Rail,
Sailor Boy's Last Dream,
"Say Yes, Pussy,"
Spirit Voice of Belle Brandon,
Squire Jones's Daughter,
The Bloom is on the Rye,
The Blue Junietta,
The Carrier Dove,
The Child's Wish,
The Cottage of my Mother,
The Female Auctioneer,
The Irish Jaunting Car,
The Lords of Creation shall Woman obey,
The Maniac,
The Merry Sleigh-Ride,
The Miller's Maid,
The Modern Belle,
The Mountaineer's Farewell,
The Old Mountain Tree,
The Strawberry Girl,
The Snow Storm,
The Song my Mother used to Sing,
Three Grains of Corn,
Washington's Grave.
What is Home without a Sister,
Where are the Friends?
Why Chime the Bells so Merrily?
Why don't the Men propose?
Will Nobody Marry Me?
Young Recruit.

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CONTENTS:

A Hundred Years Ago,
A Lowly Youth,
Anna Bell,
Annie Lowe,
Be Quiet do, I'll Call my Mother,
Bime, Bome Bell,
Bonny Eloise,
Carry Me Home to Tennessee,
Ettie May,
Far on the Deep Blue Sea,
Fare Thee well, Katy Dear,
Forgive but don't Forget,
Hope on, Hope Ever,
I had a Gentle Mother,
I'll Dream of Thee no More,
In the Wild Chamois' Track,
Keemo Kimo,
Jennie with her Bonnie Blue E'e,
Love Me little, Love Me long,
Marion Lee,
Mary of Lake Enon,
Mary of the Glen,
Mother, Sweet Mother, why Linger Away?
My Soul in one unbroken Sigh,
Oft in the Stilly Night,
Oh, my Love he is a Salieur,
Oh, Whisper what Thou Feelest,
Old Josey,
Once upon a Time,
One Cheering Word,
One Parting Song, and then Farewell,
Poor Thomas Day,
Pretty Nelly,
Round for Three Voices,
Scenes that are Brightest,
Sleeping I Dreamed, Love,
Softly ye Night Winds,
Some One to Love,
Strike the Light Guitar,
Swinging, Swinging all Day Long,
'Tis Pleasant to be Young,
'Tis the Witching Hour of Love,
The Dearest Spot of Earth,
The Female Smuggler,
The Good-by at the Door,
The Hazel Dell,
The Leaves that Fall in Spring,
The Low-Backed Car,
The Mother's Smile,
The Old Folks are Gone,
The Winds that Waft my Sighs to Thee,
There is a Flower that Bloometh,
There is Darkness on the Mountain,
Thou art Mine own, Love,
Where is Home?
Why do I Weep for Thee?
Widow Machree,
Wild Tiadatton,
Winsome Winnie,
Work, Work,
Yes, let Me like a Soldier Die.

STODART PIANO FORTES.

STODART & MORRIS,

No. 501 Broadway, New-York,

MANUFACTURERS OF THE CELEBRATED

"STODART" PIANO FORTES!

Square, Grand and Picolo, or Cottage Piano Fortes in Plain and Ornamental Cases.

In addition to the peculiar merits that have won for these instruments their enviable reputation, they comprise all the

MODERN IMPROVEMENTS,

_possessing_ any _real merit_.

FOR PURITY OF TONE, DELICACY OF TOUCH, DURABILITY, and their capacity for enduring the ravages of _severe climates_, the "STODART" PIANO FORTE stands unrivalled.

The Pianos of the above manufacture have stood the test of more than a quarter of a century.

For the superiority of these celebrated instruments, the manufacturers are at liberty to refer to over

FIFTEEN THOUSAND

families who have them in use, and in nearly every part of the civilized world.

Parties abroad favoring us with their orders, can rely upon being as well served, as if they were to make a selection themselves, and at modest prices and satisfactory terms.

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Transcriber's note:

Page iii, "advice" changed to "advise" (as will advise the reader)

Page iii, "advise" changed to "advice" (if our advice is followed)

Page iv, "5" changed to "iii" to match actual location of Introduction in text.

Page 17, word "do" added to text (know what to do)

Page 25, "Perfec" changed to "Perfect" (Perfect cleanliness in)

Page 29, "use" changed to "uses" (correspondent uses improper)

Page 30, "do" changed to "don't" (don't make him feel)

Page 30, "to" changed to "from" (from every man of)

Page 50, "permissable" changed to "permissible" (of attention permissible)

Page 67, "himself" to "herself" (and refreshing herself)

Page 75, "wherever" had been split across two lines as "where- -ever." When the word was rejoined, the extraneous "e" was removed. (I Think of Old Ireland wherever I Go)