Permit me to apply for the situation as shipping clerk, which I have heard is now vacant in your establishment. I am 23 years of age, and have worked eighteen months for Messrs. Scotch & Irish, retail provision dealers of this city, to whom I could refer you as to character and ability should you entertain this application. I left them solely on account of their making a reduction in their establishment. Messrs. S. & I. had an extensive country connection, and I have therefore had some experience in their method of doing business. I may mention the wages I received with them were $12 per week.
In hopes of hearing from you favorably,
I remain,
Yours obediently,
Arthur P. Jones.
5. Applying for a Situation in a Retail Store.
O——, January 18, 19—.
Messrs. Halifax & Stein,
City.
Gentlemen:—
I have been informed that you are in need of an experienced floor-walker in your establishment. Have filled a similar situation with Messrs. Oppenheim, Rothenstein & Co., of this city, for the last three years, and there is no doubt they will furnish excellent references regarding my ability, honesty, etc. I am desirous of obtaining a salary of $15 a week. If this meets your views, and should you consider that I am likely to suit, perhaps you would kindly favor me with a reply appointing the time to call upon you.
I remain,
Yours obediently,
Samuel Strasburger.