Nevertheless, if one feels that note-paper that does
not bear the family escutcheon is not quite all that note-paper
should be, it is permissible to have it stamped neatly at the top
of the first sheet. Care should be exercised to avoid selecting
coats-of-arms that might be recognized, such as that of the
United States or Great Britain. Rather solicit the taste of a
good stationer than commit the blunders depicted above.}
BOXING IN AMERICAN SOCIETY
Although many of America's foremost boxers have been persons whom
one would not care to know socially, yet much fun and pleasure
can be had out of the "manly art" if practised in a gentlemanly
manner.
"Boxing parties" are generally held in the evening. The ballroom
of one's home can be pleasantly decorated for the occasion, with
a square ring roped off in the centre surrounded by seats for the
ladies and gentlemen who come as invited guests. Evening dress is
usually worn.
The contests should be between various members of one's social
"set" who are fond of the sport and can be counted on to remember
at all times that they are gentlemen.
The matches should be arranged in tournament form, so that the
winner of one bout meets the winner of the next bout, et cetera,
until all but two have been eliminated. The boxer who wins this
final contest shall be proclaimed the "champion."
Great fun can then be had by announcing that the "champion" will
be permitted to box three rounds with a "masked marvel.
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