A. S. Barnes & Co.,
34 and 36 Madison St.,
Chicago.
Gentlemen,—
3. If the address is written at the close of the letter, the introductory words should commence on a line with the body of the letter, that is, with the marginal line; as,—
Dear Manning,—
Rest you merry in your own opinion. Opinion is a species of property; and though I am always desirous to share with my friend to a certain extent, I shall ever like to keep some tenets, and some property, properly my own. * * * * *
Your well-wisher and friend,
C. Lamb.
Forms of Salutation.—Custom authorizes the use of several forms of salutation. These may be arranged under four heads:—
1. To Strangers.
Sir, Madame, Miss ⸺.