every community, that only "certain ones" can do this or that; the
consequence is that these "certain ones" do all the work, are deprived
of the true rest and relief which the social is meant to give, while
others who should take their turn, grow unappreciative, and weak in
their serving and entertaining ability.


THE AVERAGE SOCIAL A FAILURE.

As it is conducted to-day, the average social is a failure. Late at
arriving, want of introductions, lack of arranged entertainment, late
hours,--all go to weaken and to dull the average young person in
place of to cultivate his wits, his special genius at music, reading,
and conversation, and to recreate him in body, mind, and spirit. To
make a success of the social gathering some one must keep in mind
the personal convenience and happiness of every person present.
When this is done and the social gathering becomes notable for the
real pleasure that it gives, then we shall be able to drive out the
"questionable amusements," because we have taken nothing from
the person, and have given him new life and interest.



VIII.

FRIENDSHIP.

BONDS OF ATTACHMENT.