Evening Republican, Volume 16, Number 166, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 12 July 1912 — Definition of Tact. [ARTICLE]

Definition of Tact.

Tact Is a combination of good temper, ready wit, quickness of perception and ability to take in the exigency of the occasion instantly. It is never offensive, but Is a balm allaying suspicion and soothing. It Is appreciated. It Is plausible without being dishonest, apparently consults the welfare of the second party, and does not manifest any selfishness. It is never antagonistic, never opposes, never strokes the hair the wrong way and never irritates. Tact, like a fine manner, eases toe way, takes the Jar out of the Jolts, oils the bearings, opens doors barred to others, sits In the drawing-room when others must wait In the reception hall, gets into the private office when others are turned down. It admits yon into exclusive circles, where wealth abounds, even though poor. It secures the position when merit to turned away. Tact to a great manager; It easily controls people, even when combined with small ability, where genius cannot get along.