6. From a Father Applying for His Son.
P——, June 20, 19—.
Messrs. Smith & Brown,
City.
Gentlemen:—
I am very desirous of placing my son in a retail store, and understand that you have an opening at the present moment for an errand boy. He is 16 years of age, writes a good hand, and is very quick at figures. As he has everything to learn, I should be willing to give his services for three to six months at nominal wages, for the sake of the experience he would acquire. Of course, he boards with us.
Awaiting the favor of your reply,
I remain,
Yours respectfully,
Robert Price.