This information is solely based on my individual
understanding. I am tired of the misuse of these titles by mostly the younger
generation [some old heads as well] not understand how to use these titles. The
old fashion traditions where when the man was the head of household and it was
known as the Smith clan or house hold. Mr. Smith may have had a few females in
his household and how one would address the females lets you know who is who.
Mrs. Smith could be his wife or mother, but one would introduce the wife first
then his mother last if it is his family being introduces. The next group of
people would introduced as Master Smith, Mister Smith and Miss Smith; Master
Smith was his son under the age of 14 or 18 depending upon the culture, and
Young Mr. Smith would be an elder son.
There may be a few Miss Smith, who are Mr. Smith’s
daughters. Miss Smith would not be married and would carry her father’s name
until she in turn got married. The eldest daughter would get introduce first
then down the line to the youngest.
After Mr. Smith’s immediate family was introduced, he would
introduce his mother-in-law then his mother Mrs. Smith.
Since the 1970’s a new tradition was added the American English,
the title Ms. the title Ms. is a female period. She held no alliance to anyone.
One will have to get to know her on her own merit. Ms. can be a single young
lady, married woman or divorced. It is what it’s known as a “handle”. Older
folks do not like you “handling” their names. Out of respect one would put a “handle
on it” [Mrs. Smith or Ma’am]
I’m in the south now, I have a problem with the Ma’am, Sir
business…[just, excuse me and thank you] will have to do!
Miss/Mrs./Ms.
…Pandora
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