Citation - Virginia Gazette-Williamsburg (Hu): 1767.10.22

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Index Entry Balls, essay, occupation of fine lady, in mock catechism 
Location Williamsburg 
Citation
VGW(HU.767.095
22 Oct 1767:12 (857)
Dining at Lady Ramble's the other day, it was proposed,
after dinner, by her Ladyship's sister, to hear Miss, who is
a fine girl of about 11 years of age, concerning some points
she had been instructed in relative to her duty in life;
which being agreed to, her Ladyship desired Miss to stand
up, and then asked the questions; and received the answers
following; and as they may be of service to other young
Ladies of Quality, I have transmitted them to you, [signed]
Socratissa.
. . . [18 lines]
L.R.  --What is the business of a fine lady?
Miss. --To play at cards, go to routs, balls, plays, opera,
&c. and carry on intrigues. . . [16 lines]
Aunt. --I vow my niece is very perfect in her education, and
will make a fine accomplished woman.


Generic Title Virginia Gazette-Williamsburg (Hu) 
Date 1767.10.22 
Publisher Purdie, Alex., and John Dixon 
City, State Williamsburg, VA 
Year 1767 
Bibliography B0048357
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