Chivalry is a poor substitute for justice if one cannot have both. Chivalry is something like the icing on cake sweet but not nourishing.
~ Nellie Mcclung
(A gentleman) is any man who wouldn't hit a woman with his hat on.
~ Fred Allen
This is the final test of a gentleman: his respect for those who can be of no possible service to him.
~ William Lyon Phelps
A gentleman is mindful no less of the freedom of others than of his own dignity.
~ Livy
What is the test of good manners? Being able to bear patiently with bad ones.
~ Solomon Ibn Gabirol
The attributes of a great lady may still be found in the rule of the four S's: Sincerity Simplicity Sympathy and Serenity.
~ Emily Post
Whoever gossips to you will gossip of you; It is easier to be critical than correct- avoid criticism about other officers, and never vent destructive criticism of your service, your unit, or your superiors.
~ Kenneth W. Estes
Respect for ourselves guides our morals, respect for others guides our manners.
~ Laurence Sterne
Manners are love in a cool climate.
~ Quentin Crisp