When the dancing ends, the woman takes her partner’s arm and strolls about a few minutes.  He then conducts her to her seat by her chaperone, and, after a few remarks, excuses himself.

When supper is announced, and the young woman and her chaperone are in conversation with the man who danced with her last, they should accept his offer as escort if they are not already provided with one.

       If a woman is without escort when supper
       is announced, she must rely upon attendants
       or members of the host’s family.

At balls and assemblies where small tables are provided for the supper, the woman should not sit alone at a table with her partner, but she should have others present also.

  Debutante.  At a debutante’s reception the
       first partner is selected by the mother, usually
       the nearest and dearest friend, who dances
       but once with her, and the others follow.

DANCES (FORMAL).

  Host. When supper is announced, the host
       leads the way with his partner, followed by
       hostess and escort, the rest following.

  Hostess.  She should limit the number of guests
       to the capacity of the house.

Invitations should include more men than women, for some men may not attend, and of those who do come, some may not dance.

An awning and carpet should be spread from curb to steps.  The man stationed at the curb should open carriage doors for arriving and departing guests, distribute carriage- checks, and tell the drivers at what hour to return.

       The servant opening the door directs the
       guests to their respective dressing-rooms.

       A small orchestra should be provided and
       concealed behind palms or flowers.

In the absence of polished floors, carpets should be covered with linen crash, tightly and securely laid, in order to stand the strain of dancing.

       Friends may assist in taking care of the
       guests, making introductions, etc.

  Supper.  Supper may be served at one large
       table or many small ones, as desired.

  Dances (informal).  Dances of this character lack all
       possible formality.  The invitations may be
       written or verbal.

       Piano music is all that is required, played
       by one of the family or a professional.

       Refreshments of a suitable nature are provided.

       See also Chaperone.  Dances.

DANCING.

  Introductions.  The man must be introduced
       to the woman, and should ask her for the
       pleasure of a dance.

  Men.  A man should greet the host as soon as
       possible after seeing the hostess.