President Coolidge and Table Manners

President Coolidge invited some Vermont friends to dine at the White House. They were worried about their table manners and decided to do everything President Coolidge did. The meal passed smoothly until coffee was served. Coolidge poured his coffee into a saucer. The guests followed suit. He added sugar and cream. The visitors did likewise. Then, Coolidge leaned over and gave his to the cat.

Source: Boston Globe, May 28, 1998, Ann Landers submitted by Andy in Evanston, IL