I. Sometimes a writer tries to impress a reader with the volume of business he is doing by showing haste in his correspondence; as, in
1. Omitting the subject; as,
Wrong: In reply to your question will say ——
Right: In reply to your question I will say ——
2. Omitting articles and prepositions; as,
Wrong: Direct package care Western Canning Co.
Right: Direct the package in care of the Western Canning Co.
3. Using abbreviations
a. Of the introduction. Write out the introduction in detail, both name and address. Abbreviating this part of the letter is highly discourteous.
b. In the body of the letter; as,
Wrong: The Co. sent a no. of large orders last year.
c. Of the courteous close; as,