lowing, June the twenty-first. I know he will not be happy unless little Marian is present. I do hope you will let her come.
If the nurse brings Marian here at three o'clock, she will be in time for the opening game, and I will see that she arrives home safely at about half past six.
Cordially yours,Helen M. Roberts.
A friendly note of acceptance or regret should be written promptly upon receipt of the above, and if the child is unable to attend, the reason should be given.
Very often, a young host or hostess has a very large and formal party, in which case the invitations must be quite as dignified and formally correct as mother's. For instance, the youngsters who entertain their friends at a small afternoon dance word their invitations in the following manner:
Miss Jean and Master Walter Curran
would like to have the pleasure
of
Miss Helen Thompson's company
at a dance at 8 o'clock
Thursday afternoon, November thirdClover Hall
A young boy or girl just old enough to write his or her own invitations, may find some useful suggestions in the following model for a birthday party:
