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money laid on the bar should not be accepted. It
is a difficult matter to lay down rules for such cases
—in fact, it is impossible.
Consider, if you like, that you are in business for
the sake of money, but not at the expense of your
reputation. Have no special bottles for special cus
tomers, and do not allow a man's appearance to
weigh against him so long as he behaves himself.
Never forget that you keep a public house, and that
you cannot hang out a sign which reads;
"Only well-dressed men served here."
Don't spoil your trade by giving away too much
or treating too often, but be fair and just. Give
value for money received, and you will find it the
surest and most satisfactory way to prosperity.
Be a business man.
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