D——, May 10, 19—.
Baggage Master C. B. & Q. R. R. Co.
Union Depot, City.
Dear Sir:—
On arriving here from N—— this evening over your line, by the 7:20 train, I gave my check to the Local Express Co.'s agent, and he has just reported that a large leather portmanteau is missing. I left C—— on Wednesday, by the 6:30 train, and saw my baggage checked for D——, over your road. I hold your check No. 27,131. Kindly trace the missing article by telegraph, and have it forwarded without delay, as I need it badly. It bears my initial letters, C. S., and has also a parchment label marked with my name.
I am, Sir,
Yours faithfully,
Charles B. Smith.
88. From a Lady to a Dressmaker, Complaining of Extravagant Charges.
B——, January 25, 19—.
Mrs. Dudley has received Miss French's account, and is sorry to find that it is considerably higher than she had expected. She will call and see Miss French early next week respecting two or three items which require explanation.