If there is any special reason for filling an order hastily, such as a birthday gift or wedding present, mention the fact briefly, and care will be taken that it is sent in time. Always make use of money order, draft or registered letter, when sending other than very small amounts of money by mail. Should you have anything to say in such a letter aside from the affair in hand, attend first and briefly to the matter of business, and then add whatever remarks may seem necessary.
Answers to Advertisements
should also be concisely worded, as for example:
61 Delaware Place, February 19, 189-.
Mrs. General Channing:
Seeing your advertisement for a governess in to-day's "Herald," I wish to inform you that I am a graduate of Wellesley, and have, for the two years since being graduated, taught French and German in the college.
Any references which you may desire as to my efficiency for completing the education of your daughter will be furnished you by the College Faculty.
Hoping to hear favorably from you,
I am, respectfully,
(Miss) Elizabeth Stuart.