Date every letter clearly and carefully. It is often of the utmost importance to know when a letter was written.
Sit erect when writing, as, if you write constantly, a stoop will surely injure your figure and your health. We give examples of the forms of letters in general use. These will act as guides to the inexperienced.
LETTERS OF INTRODUCTION.
Henry Blachford, Esq.,
70 West 50th Street,
New York.
Charles Kendrick, of Louisville, Ky
Never seal a letter of introduction. Mention the business in which the party whom you are introducing is or was engaged. Write the name of the party introduced in the left-hand corner of the envelope containing the introduction. Thus: you wish to introduce Mr, Charles Kendrick, of Louisville, Ky., to Mr. Henry Blachford, of New York. Direct your letter as above.
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If you want to be stylish, send your letter of introduction, with your card, by the servant at the private residence of the person to whom you are introduced. Send a letter with your card if yon present it at a merchant’s office.
INTRODUCING ONE LADY TO ANOTHER
Dear Emily,
This letter will introduce my dear friend Mrs. Thamas Frost, of whom you have heard me speak so much. I feel assured that this introduction will prove of considerable pleasure to both of you.
Any attention you show her during her stay in Gotham will be appointed by,
Mr. Joseph M. Mintutns
