309. Condoling with a Gentleman on the Death of His Wife.
C——, July 10, 19—.
Dear Mr. Stevens:—
It seems almost cruel to intrude upon you in your great sorrow, but I cannot delay writing how much my husband and myself sympathize with you. We saw the announcement of the death of your dear wife in the "Journal," and were greatly shocked, as we had not even heard of her illness. Pray do not think of answering this letter; I only wanted to say that our hearts are with you, in this severe bereavement, the more sad since your dear little girls are thus deprived at so tender an age of a loving mother's care.
With our united kind regards and deep sympathy,
Believe me,
Very truly yours,
Ada B. Chamberlain.
310. Answer to the Above.
C——, July 17, 19—.