Toasts and Forms of Public Address for Those Who Wish to Say the Right Thing in the Right Way
By William Pittenger
Length3h 39m
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In "Toasts and Forms of Public Address for Those Who Wish to Say the Right Thing in the Right Way," William Pittenger provides a comprehensive guide to the art of public speaking and social grace. This work is a treasure trove of oratory techniques and examples, blending practical advice with the elegance of 19th-century literary style. Pittenger's text reflects the Victorian fascination with decorum and propriety, as he includes a plethora of toasts and phrases that encapsulate both sentiment and sophistication, tailored for various occasions. Each section serves both as a model for competent speech-making and a reflection of the societal norms of his time, demonstrating the importance of rhetoric in personal and professional interactions. William Pittenger, a noted figure in 19th-century American literature and oratory, held a deep appreciation for the power of words to inspire and connect individuals. His varied experiences as a clergyman and public servant informed his insights into the dynamics of human communication. Pittenger's scholarly pursuits and passion for eloquence undoubtedly motivated him to create this essential resource, aimed at elevating public discourse and enriching personal expressions. This book is highly recommended for anyone seeking to enhance their public speaking skills, from novices to seasoned speakers. Whether preparing for a wedding toast, a professional presentation, or any public address, readers will find invaluable tools within Pittenger's expertly crafted text. Immerse yourself in the wisdom of this classic work and learn to express yourself with confidence and poise.
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Length3 hrs 39 mins
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Publish dateSep 16, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1INTRODUCTION
7133. PRESENCE OF MIND
2AFTER-DINNER SPEECHES—ANCIENT AND MODERN
7234. JOKE ON A DUDE
3THE VALUE OF A GOOD STORY AND HOW TO INTRODUCE IT.
7335. NEWSPAPER REPORTER
4THE PURPOSE OF AFTER-DINNER SPEAKING
7436. HOW A WOMAN PROPOSED
5SOME A B C DIRECTIONS FOR MAKING SPEECHES, TOASTS, AND RESPONSES
7537. LUCKY ANSWER
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6FOURTH OF JULY
7638. DOUBLE EDUCATION
7SOME ITEMS THAT WOULD BE APPROPRIATE IN RESPONDING TO THESE TOASTS.
7739. REMNANTS
8OUTLINE OF A SPEECH IN RESPONSE TO THE TOAST "THE DAY WE CELEBRATE"
7840. INDIRECT AND DIRECT
9OUTLINE OF A SPREAD-EAGLE SPEECH IN A FOREIGN LAND
7941. AN UNMARRIED MAN'S WIFE
10OUTLINE OF A RESPONSE TO THE TOAST, "OUR COUNTRY"
8042. A DILEMMA
11MEMORIAL DAY
8143. COURAGEOUS GIRL
12SKETCH OF A SPEECH IN RESPONSE TO THE TOAST, "OUR HONORED DEAD"
8244. MORAL SUASION
13OUTLINE OF A SPEECH BY CHAUNCEY M. DEPEW, ON A DECORATION [MEMORIAL] DAY.
8345. CUTE BOY
14WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY
8446. PERPLEXED
15APPROPRIATE TOASTS
8547. BEN FRANKLIN'S OYSTERS
16HUMOROUS RESPONSE BY BENJAMIN F. BUTLER TO THE TOAST, "OUR FOREFATHERS"
8648. FAMILY AFFAIRS
17CHRISTMAS
8749. A BURGLAR'S EXPERIENCE
18APPROPRIATE TOASTS
8850. HITTING A LAWYER
19SPEECH-THOUGHTS
8951. CUTTING SHORT A PRAYER
20SELECTED OUTLINE OP AN EFFECTIVE LITTLE CHRISTMAS SPEECH
9052. UNREMITTING KINDNESS
21THANKSGIVING
9153. AMUSING BLUNDER
22TOASTS
9254. COMPLIMENT TO A LADY
23THOUGHTS FOR A THANKSGIVING SPEECH
9355. TOO SLIM
24SELECTED OUTLINE FOE A THANKSGIVING SPEECH
9456. A FAST-DAY TOAST
25PRESENTATION ADDRESSES
9557. THE SUN STANDING STILL
26ADDRESS OF WELCOME
9658. NEUTRALIZING POISON
27ADDRESS IN RESPONSE
9759. GENERAL BUTLER AND THE SPOONS
28SPEECH FOR A WOODEN WEDDING
9860. MAKING MOST OF ONE'S CAPITAL
29BRIDEGROOM IN REPLY
9961. MEETING HALF-WAY
30SENTIMENTS SUGGESTED BY A TOAST
10062. UNFORTUNATE MISTAKE
31MISCELLANEOUS TOASTS
10163. TAKEN AT HIS WORD
32HUMOROUS TOASTS.
10264. BRAGGING VETERANS
33SPEECHES AT A DINNER GIVEN TO THE RELIGIOUS PRESS
10365. EXCHANGING MINDS
34RESPONSE TO THE TOAST, "THE NAVY: OUR COUNTRY'S BEST WALL OF DEFENSE"
10466. BUYING A LAWYER
35A NOMINATING SPEECH
10567. WOULD NOT SAVE IT
36SPEECH ACCEPTING A NOMINATION
10668. WIDOW OUTWITTED
37SPEECH IN A POLITICAL CANVASS
10769. TOO KIND
38SPEECH AFTER A POLITICAL VICTORY. SELECTED
10870. NOT FOOLED TWICE
39SPEECH AFTER A POLITICAL DEFEAT. SELECTED
10971. BITING SARCASM
40A CHAIRMAN'S OR PRESIDENT'S SPEECH
11072. INCORRIGIBLE NEIGHBOR
41A GENERAL OUTLINE FOE ALL OCCASIONS
11173. DISGUSTED OFFICER
421. INDEPENDENCE OF A MONOPOLY
11274. IRATE PRISONER
432. EXPLANATION
11375. TRUTHFUL PRISONER
443. RIDING A HOBBY
11476. RULING PASSION
454. HOBSON'S CHOICE
11577. BAD SPECULATION
465. WHEN TO BE SILENT
11678. SATISFIED WITH HIS SITUATION
476. PAYING FOR YOUR WHISTLE
11779. A GOOD WORD FOR THE DEVIL
487. GOOSE-CHASE
11880. MARRYING A WIDOW
498. THE PERPLEXED SAGE
11981. A GOOD SALE
509. QUICK THOUGHT
12082. TRIUMPHS OF MEDICINE
5112. INSIGNIFICANT THINGS
12183. TIT FOR TAT
5214. MAKING AN EXCUSE; OR, JOHNNY PEEP
12284. SLEEPING ON TOP
5315. STERN LOGIC
12385. SAMBO AND THE LAWYER
5416. MISTAKEN BREVITY
12486. SIXTY-CENT NAP
5517. CHARITY BEGINS AT HOME
12587. PREFERRED TO WALK
5618. CHARITY; OR, A GOOD WORD FOR EVERY ONE—EVEN THE DEVIL.
12688. HORACE GREELEY'S JOKE
5719. INGENIOUS REASON
12789. DOCTORS AND DEADHEADS
5820. AMBIGUITY OF WORDS
12890. BOOMING A TOWN
5921. USELESS REGRET
12991. ATHLETIC NURSE
6022. NO HAPPINESS IN WEALTH
13092. TOO PREMATURE
6123. SHORT BUT POINTED
13193. A BEWILDERED IRISHMAN
6224. REASONING IN A CIRCLE
13294. OBEYING ORDERS
6325. EXTREME ECONOMY
13395. A SPEECH FROM THE REAR PLATFORM
6426. SENSIBLE TO THE LAST
13496. A WAY OUT OF IT
6527. FISHING FOR A COMPLIMENT
13597. THE EXTENT OF SCIENCE
6628. BEYOND EXPRESSION
13698. WHAT'S IN A NAME?
6729. THE TOAST OF THE EVENING
13799. STILL ROOM FOR RESEARCH
6830. BEE LINE
138100. HE WAS "'PISCOPAL"
6931. VENTRILOQUISM
139101. JOHNNY'S EXCUSE
7032. A SLIGHT MISTAKE
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