To the Lady President of the Board of Managers of St. Agnes Orphan Asylum.
Madam:—
I beg to apply for the situation of matron at the St. Agnes Orphan Asylum, advertised as being vacant in one of the morning papers.
I am 43 years of age, and have filled, for the last eight years, the position of superintendent of the dormitories in St. Theresa's Home for girls, in E——. I thoroughly understand the routine of management requisite in an institution of this nature.
I enclose three testimonials as to character and capabilities, and trust that you may be induced to give this application your favorable consideration.
I am, Madam,
Yours obediently,
Margaret O'Brien.
18. Indorsing the Above Application.
E——, May 18, 19—.
To Whom It May Concern:—