Helen Winterblossom.
Business Letters
need especial care in writing. They are to be read by men with whom time is precious and the demands upon it numerous. Hence they should be brief, clearly worded and straight to the point. Such a letter is much more certain of speedy attention and prompt returns than the rambling, incoherent missive of the unaccustomed writer. If you want ten yards of ribbon of a certain color and quality, say so, but do not lose the order in a maze of irrelevant matter; for instance:
Mendota, Ill., April 4, 189-.
Messrs. Blank & Co.
Please send me:
| 10 yards of black silk, at $1 per yard | $10 00 |
| 14 yards of green cashmere, at 75c. per yard | 10 50 |
| 1 pair black kid gloves | 1 50 |
| 1 pair tan kid gloves, undressed | 2 00 |
| Total | $23 00 |
Enclosed find money order for the above amount. Goods to be sent by American Express. By filling the above order quickly as possible, you will greatly oblige,
Mary McNett.
Address: Mrs. W.D. McNett, Mendota, Ill.