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About Oregon daily emerald. (Eugene, Or.) 1920-2012 | View Entire Issue (Nov. 13, 1981)
Mv mother wouldn’t like it„. By CAROLINE PETRICH Some of us may still hear our parents' admonishments for us ing the "F" word or for looking slovenly at the dinner table But let's face facts, the stuffy man ners of yesteryears, like not asking people's ages or not chewing gum in public, really don't apply to us collegiates Emily Post and Amy Vander bilt probably cry at their heavenly place settings after watching our generation Ms Post tried to impress upon most of our mothers the ‘ proper'' way to act in public. Ladies, don’t chew gum because it makes you look like cows in the field Gentlemen, remember to tip your hat, even if it is only a bicycling helmet Nowadays, Congresswoman Millicent Fenwick, who happens to be in her 70s, smokes a pipe I’m sure some women even chew tobacco Most men don’t wear hats, either Hah! How d’ya like that one, Emily!? Ms Post, in "The New Emily Post Etiquette," published in 1922, but revised in 1975, does give some advice valuable to all of us How to accept an invita tion from the White House A most gracious guest of Mr and Mrs Ronald Reagan might be one of our own RCYB members; we'll call ber “Nancy " Her acceptance might read something like this: Ms Nancy accepts with pleasure the kind invitation of President and Mrs. Ronald Reagan for dinner on May 1 at 8 p.m. And Nancy, remember, “'When you are invited to the White House, you must arrive several minutes at least before the hour specified It is an un pardonable breach of etiquette not to be standing in the draw ing room when the President makes his entry " Proper attire? Of course, the occasion demands Black Tie Don't wear red; you know how Al Haig gets when he sees red Conversation? Well, it might be a good time to discuss socializ ing the United States, but Ron might choke if you bring up "American imperialism." He may think you’re talking about an automobile However, the most vital issue Ron, Al and the good ole' boys need to know is arresting nu clear arms build-up But please don't start screaming; it's very rude Just show pictures of Hi roshima victims, which may prove very appetizing, in between the entree and the dessert But for more common ap pearances, Emily forgot to fill us in Here are some unwritten rules for people who really care For example, button-up Levis look better broken in This "broken in" state covers a broad area Faded button-ups with no patches may be com fortable for one but might be stiff for another who prefers holes and conspicuous patches Another unwritten rule con cerns indulging in the "wicked" weed While smoking a joint, in public, it is best to pass it from left to right, especially in these conservative times The ever-growing sexual freedom poses some interesting questions Should a woman sleep with a man on the first date? Some would say, why not9 But what if, after you reveal your intimate side, he turns out to be a scuz-ball? Or he's married? Or he's gay? Or he's into group sex and you're not9 Or he "whips it good9” What's a tactful way to tell him to blow it out his ear? "Go to Hell'" Nah, copping an attitude doesn't always work Change your phone number A pos sibility. but Ms Bell might charge for that mild alteration Ahah! Start acting like a lady; make him pay for all your meals, open the doors, guard you from vicious puddles Scold him for not standing up when you walk in the room Chances are he won’t like these constrictive rules and will split I guess old-style manners have their place after all fflje^quire^finp $2500 OFF! Leather Coats Dress Slacks...$9.88 $5.00 Off! Famous maker jeans like Fresh Squeeze, OZ, Normandy, Brittania S.F. Riding Gear Sweaters...$12.88 Great Selection -7rv ♦ ,cn* For Christmas at ©iJPjfcNjUirEjsHfQg THANKS DAHLINQS! To all of you beautiful people who have guided me through this horrendous mess, my deepest gratitude I d be a quivering mass of hysteria right now without you Most especially Max DeRungs, graphics EDITOR Marian Green and Emilie Moreau, copy editors and moral supporters Annie Peterson, production manager (and "part-time" copy editor) And finally, to Hair Today, pardon my pounce See ya in the funny papers, cp P S Hi Rachel and Sara1 Thru Nov. 30' VI w ith this ad First fill-in *12.50 'Call for an appointment 683-1943 313 Oak way Mall Annex Photo by Bob Baker
