Hampton, February 1st, 187—
Sir,
My late employer, Mr. ——, having relinquished business, and hearing that you required a book-keeper, I venture to apply for the situation. For many years I have had great business experience, having been entrusted with matters of great responsibility. I am a good accountant, and can speak and write German, French, and Italian fluently. Soliciting the favour of a reply,
I remain, Sir,
Yours faithfully, ______
Application for Employment in an Auctioneer's and Estate Agent's Office.
Swansea, July 1st, 187—
Gentlemen,
Having lately been engaged in the office of S—— and Co., auctioneers and surveyors in B——, and wishing to remove to London, where I have some very influential friends, I write to ascertain if you have a vacancy in your office. The whole control of the business here was left in my hands. I am an experienced surveyor, and can prepare particulars of sale, plans, reports, catalogues, advertisements, &c.; and am able to conduct the routine of business, both in and out of doors. I can refer you to persons in the City should you favour me with a reply.