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Newspaper
Roanoke Rapids Herald
Location
Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1946
Page
13
The article outlines McCall's December guidance on place settings and service details. It covers utensil order, plate placement, napkin position, and glass arrangement for formal and informal dinners, stressing atmosphere and guest ease along with a five course structure.
A historical etiquette aside notes that during formal dinners guests may have cigarettes and ash trays on the table before seating, with a reference to fish or entree service. This brief item reflects dining protocol and menu service practices of the era.
The text outlines table service practices for informal dinners, noting plate and glass usage, meat and vegetable serving, and carving options. It covers salad knife placement, optional bowl mixing at table, and dessert service with finger bowl, fork, and spoon, plus final placement of silverware.
A living room coffee service uses a tray with small cups and saucers, outlining the simple serving practice. This detail appears as a domestic note in the period text.
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