When a man does all he can though it Succeeds not well blame not him that did it.

Speak not injurious Words neither in Jest nor Earnest Scoff at none although they give Occasion.

Play not the Peacock, looking everywhere about you, to See if you be well Decked, if your Shoes fit well if your Stockings sit neatly, and Clothes handsomely.

Think before you Speak pronounce not imperfectly nor bring out your Words too hastily but orderly & distinctly.

Undertake not what you cannot perform but be careful to keep your promise.

When you meet with one of Greater Quality than yourself, Stop, and retire especially if it be at a Door or any Straight place to give way for him to Pass.

When you see a Crime punished, you may be inwardly Pleased; but always show Pity to the Suffering Offender.

If any one come to Speak to you while you are Sitting Stand up though he be your Inferior, and when you Present Seats let it be to every one according to his Degree.

A Man ought not to value himself of his Achievements, or rare Qualities of wit; much less of his riches Virtue or Kindred.

In writing or Speaking, give to every Person his due Title According to his Degree & the Custom of the Place.

Be not Tedious in Discourse or in reading unless you find the Company pleased therewith.

Do not laugh too loud or too much at any Public Spectacle.

Superfluous Compliments and all Affectation of Ceremony are to be avoided, yet where due they are not to be Neglected.

Let your Discourse with Men of Business be Short and Comprehensive.

Be no Flatterer, neither Play with any that delights not to be Played Withal.