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FORMS OF SOCIAL LETTERS.
1.—From a Young Lady to a Clergyman Asking a Recommendation.
Nantwich, May 18th, 1915
Reverend and Dear Sir:
Having seen an advertisment for a school mistress in the Daily
Times, I have been recommended to offer myself as a candidate.
Will you kindly favor me with a testimonial as to my
character, ability and conduct while at Boston Normal School?
Should you consider that I am fitted for the position,
you would confer a great favor on me if you would interest
yourself in my behalf.
I remain, Reverend Sir,
Your most obedient and humble servant,
LAURA B. NICHOLS.
2.—Applying for a Position as a Teacher of Music.
Scotland, Conn., January 21st, 1915
Madam,
Seeing your advertisement in The Clarion of to-day, I write to
offer my services as a teacher of music in your family.
I am a graduate of the Peabody Institute, of Baltimore, where
I was thoroughly instructed in instrumental and vocal music.
I refer by permission to Mrs. A.J. Davis, 1922 Walnut Street;
Mrs. Franklin Hill, 2021 Spring Garden Street, and Mrs.
William Murray, 1819 Spruce Street, in whose families I have
given lessons.
Hoping that you may see fit to employ me, I am,
Very respectfully yours,
NELLIE REYNOLDS.
3.—Applying for a Situation as a Cook.
Charlton Place, September 8th, 1894.
Madam:
Having seen your advertisement for a cook in to-day's Times,
I beg to offer myself for your place. I am a thorough cook. I
can make clear soups, entrees, jellies, and all kinds of made
dishes. I can bake, and am also used to a dairy. My wages are
$4 per week, and I can give good reference from my last place,
in which I lived for two years. I am thirty-three years of
age.
I remain, Madam,
Yours very respectfully,
MARY MOONEY.
4.—Recommending a School Teacher.
Ottawa, Ill., February 10th, 1894.
Col. Geo. H. Haight,
President Board of Trustees, etc.
Dear Sir: I take pleasure in recommending to your favorable
consideration the application of Miss Hannah Alexander for the
position of teacher in the public school at Weymouth.
Miss Alexander is a graduate of the Davidson Seminary, and for
the past year has taught a school in this place. My children
have been among her pupils, and their progress has been
entirely satisfactory to me.
Miss Alexander is a strict disciplinarian, an excellent
teacher, and is thoroughly competent to conduct the school for
which she applies.
Trusting that you may see fit to bestow upon her the
appointment she seeks, I am.
Yours very respectfully,
ALICE MILLER.
5.—A Business Introduction.
J.W. Brown, Earlville, Ill.
Chicago, Ill., May 1st, 1915
My Dear Sir: This will introduce to you Mr. William Channing,
of this city, who visits Earlville on a matter of business,
which he will explain to you in person. You can rely upon his
statements, as he is a gentleman of high character, and should
you be able to render him any assistance, it would be greatly
appreciated by
Yours truly,
HAIGHT LARABEE.
6.—Introducing One Lady to Another.
Dundee, Tenn., May 5th, 1894.
Dear Mary:
Allow me to introduce to you my ever dear friend, Miss Nellie
Reynolds, the bearer of this letter. You have heard me speak
of her so often that you will know at once who she is. As I
am sure you will be mutually pleased with each other, I have
asked her to inform you of her presence in your city. Any
attention you may show her will be highly appreciated by
Yours affectionately,
LIZZIE EICHER.
7.—To a Lady, Apologizing for a Broken Engagement.
Albany, N.Y., May 10th, 1894.
My Dear Miss Lee:
Permit me to explain my failure to keep my appointment with
you this evening. I was on my way to your house, with the
assurance of a pleasant evening, when unfortunately I was very
unexpectedly called from home on very important business.
I regret my disappointment, but hope that the future may
afford us many pleasant meetings.
Sincerely your friend,
IRVING GOODRICH.
8.—Form of an Excuse for a Pupil.
Thursday Morning, April 4th
Mr. Bunnel:
You will please excuse William for non-attendance at school
yesterday, as I was compelled to keep him at home to attend to
a matter of business. MRS. A. SMITH.
9.—Form of Letter Accompanying a Present.
Louisville, July 6, 1895
My Dearest Nelly:
Many happy returns of the day. So fearful was I that it would
escape your memory, that I thought I would send you this
little trinket by way of reminder, I beg you to accept it and
wear it for the sake of the giver. With love and best wishes.
Believe me ever, your sincere friend,
CAROLINE COLLINS.
10.—Returning Thanks for the Present.
Louisville, July 6, 1894.
Dear Mrs. Collins:
I am very much obliged to you for the handsome bracelet
you have sent me. How kind and thoughtful it was of you to
remember me on my birthday. I am sure I have every cause to
bless the day, and did I forget it, I have many kind friends
to remind me of it. Again thanking you for your present, which
is far too beautiful for me, and also for your kind wishes.
Believe me, your most grateful,
BERTHA SMITH.
11.—Congratulating a Friend Upon His Marriage.
Menton, N.Y., May 24th, 1894.
My Dear Everett:
I have, to-day received the invitation to your wedding, and
as I cannot be present at that happy event to offer my
congratulations in person, I write.
I am heartily glad you are going to be married, and
congratulate you upon the wisdom of your choice. You have won
a noble as well as a beautiful woman, and one whose love will
make you a happy man to your life's end. May God grant that
trouble may not come near you but should it be your lot, you
will have a wife to whom you can look with confidence for
comfort, and whose good sense and devotion to you will be your
sure and unfailing support.
That you may both be very happy, and that your happiness may
increase with your years, is the prayer of
Your Friend, FRANK HOWARD.