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+Project Gutenberg's The Gentleman's Model Letter-writer, by Anonymous
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+Title: The Gentleman's Model Letter-writer
+       A Complete Guide to Correspondence on All Subjects, with
+       Commercial Forms
+
+Author: Anonymous
+
+Release Date: December 6, 2011 [EBook #38235]
+
+Language: English
+
+Character set encoding: ISO-8859-1
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+*** START OF THIS PROJECT GUTENBERG EBOOK THE GENTLEMAN'S MODEL ***
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+
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+Produced by Delphine Lettau, Matthew Wheaton and the Online
+Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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+
+
+    THE GENTLEMAN'S MODEL LETTER-WRITER
+
+
+    A Complete Guide to
+
+    _CORRESPONDENCE ON ALL SUBJECTS_
+
+    WITH COMMERCIAL FORMS
+
+    LONDON AND NEW YORK:
+    FREDERICK WARNE & CO.
+
+
+
+
+PREFACE.
+
+
+Though the number of existing "Letter Writers" is many, the publishers
+feel that there is yet a want which this little Manual, it is hoped,
+will supply.
+
+It has been compiled with great care from several sources, and
+contains much original matter, for which experience assures them there
+is a necessity.
+
+
+
+
+CONTENTS.
+
+
+    A Book-keeper and Accountant applying for Employment
+
+    Acknowledging a Letter of Congratulation on the Birth of a Child
+
+    A Father applying to the Principal of a School to ascertain Terms,
+          &c.
+
+    A Gentleman applying for a Loan on the Insurance of his Life
+
+    A Gentleman applying to an Agent at a Watering-place for Lodgings
+        Reply
+
+    A Gentleman having visited a Property, making an Offer for it
+        Reply
+
+    A Gentleman in the Corn Trade to another
+
+    A Gentleman regretting he cannot Accept an Invitation
+
+    A Gentleman to a Friend relative to a Bill
+
+    A Gentleman ordering a Set of Harness from a Saddler
+        Saddler in reply
+        Gentleman in reply, objecting to Price
+        Saddler in reply
+
+    A Gentleman's Servant applying for a Situation
+
+    A Gentleman to a Friend, speaking of Kindness received at another
+          Friend's House
+        Reply
+
+    A Letter from a Father to a Son at School, on the necessity of
+          Attention to his Studies
+
+    A Letter from a Marine Engineer, seeking an eligible Partnership
+
+    A Letter of Condolence
+
+    A Letter to a Gentleman who has been making Enquiries about a
+          Lady's Horse
+
+    An Application for a Donation to a Charitable Institution in the
+          Country, such as Coal and Blanket Clubs, and Soup Kitchen
+        Reply, enclosing Donation
+        Reply, unfavourable
+
+    An Application for an Appointment on a Railway
+
+    An Estate Agent, relative to a House of which his Client is
+          anxious to dispose
+
+    Answer from a Landlord in reply to a Tenant, relative to
+          Non-payment of Rent
+
+    An Application for a Situation in the Police
+
+    A Parent to his Daughter at Service
+
+    A Person desirous of entering into Partnership in a Lucrative
+          Profession
+
+    Application for a Debt some time owing
+
+    Application for a House, Furnished, desiring Lowest Terms
+
+    Application for an outstanding Account
+
+    Application for Employment in an Auctioneer's and Estate Agent's
+          Office
+
+    Application to Borrow Money
+        Reply granting the Loan
+
+    Applying for a Clerkship
+
+    Applying for an Account, and furnishing Particulars
+
+    Applying for a Situation as a Gardener
+
+    Applying to a Friend for a Recommendation, by a Young Man desirous
+          of obtaining an Appointment
+
+    Appointing an Interview relative to a Loan
+
+    A Reply to an Advertisement for an Appointment as Secretary to an
+          Institution
+
+    A Sailor to his Sweetheart
+
+    A Sugar Refiner applying for a Situation
+
+    A Tenant to a Landlord, requesting time to Pay Rent
+
+    Commercial Forms
+        Form of Cheque to "Bearer"
+        Form of Cheque to "Order"
+        Form of Ordinary Bill of Exchange
+        Form of Promissory Note
+        Form of Foreign Bill of Exchange
+        Form of Ordinary Receipt
+        Form of Receipt for Rent
+        Form of Agreement for Taking a House
+        Form of Notice to Quit, from Landlord to Tenant
+        Form of Notice to Quit, from Tenant to Landlord
+        Form of Will
+        Form of Bill of Sale
+
+    Directions for Addressing Persons of Rank, &c. 85
+        The Royal Family
+        The Nobility
+        Official Members of the State
+        Ambassadors and Governors under Her Majesty
+        Judges
+        The Parliament
+        The Clergy
+
+    From a Child acknowledging the Receipt of the Present of a Book
+
+    From a Coachman, requiring a Place
+        Reply
+        Coachman's reply
+
+    From a Father to a Son, relative to his Expenditure
+
+    From a Father to his Son beginning the World
+
+    From a Father to his Son, who has been complaining of the Severity
+          of his Master
+
+    From a Father who has lately lost his Wife, to his Daughter at
+          School
+
+    From a Friend at Bradford, to his Friend in London, on Business
+          (Wool)
+
+    From a Gentleman accepting an Invitation, though suffering from
+          Illness (temporary)
+
+    From a Gentleman applying for Sittings, or a Pew in a Parish
+          Church, in the Country
+
+    From a Gentleman, enclosing a Certificate of Illness from a
+          Medical Man, excusing himself from attending at his office
+        Medical Attendant's Certificate
+
+    From a Gentleman in India to a Relation in England
+
+    From a Gentleman in Town to another in the Country, enclosing a
+          Wedding Gift
+
+    From a Gentleman to a Lady with whom he is in Love
+
+    From a Gentleman to a Young Lady
+
+    From a House and Estate Agent, acknowledging Receipt of a
+          Communication relative to Sale or Letting of Property
+
+    From a Husband, Absent on Business, to his Wife
+
+    From a Husband to his Wife, on Sailing from England
+
+    From a Man with a small Capital intending to go into Business,
+          asking for Advice
+        Reply
+
+    From a Merchant abroad to his Brother forwarding Goods for Sale,
+          and requesting others
+        Brother, answering his Brother or Friend, relative to receipt
+          of Goods
+
+    From an Agent who has been engaged in endeavouring to arrange a
+          Matter of Importance, applying for Remuneration
+
+    From a Person desirous of Employment as a Manager of a Wholesale
+          or Retail Business
+
+    From a Soldier abroad to his affianced Bride
+
+    From a Shopkeeper in the Country to a Wholesale Dealer
+        Answer
+
+    From a Son who has misconducted himself towards his Employer, to
+          his Father
+        The Father's Answer
+
+    From a Young Man who has taken his late Employer's Business, to an
+          old Customer
+        Reply
+
+    From a Young Tradesman asking Advice in Difficulties
+        Reply
+
+    From one Brother to another, on having unexpectedly amassed a
+          Fortune
+
+    From one Gentleman to another, relative to a Dog
+        Reply
+
+    From one Gentleman to another, explaining the Cause of not
+          replying to a Letter from a Gentleman abroad
+
+    From the Secretary of a Convalescent Hospital applying for
+          Expenses of Patient
+
+    Gentleman's reply to a Lady, imagining he was indifferent to her
+
+    Giving Information about Trains
+
+    In reply to a Gentleman asking the Loan of a Book relative
+          to German Spa Waters
+
+    In reply to a Gentleman inquiring for a Solicitor who may be
+          moderate in his charges
+
+    Invitation to a Gentleman to Row in a Boat
+        Accepting
+
+    Invitation to a Bachelor Party
+        Accepting
+
+    Invitation to a Croquet Party
+        Accepting
+        Declining
+
+    Invitation to a Dinner (Bachelor's)
+        Accepting
+
+    Invitation to a Family Dinner
+        Accepting
+
+    Invitation to a Family Dinner
+
+    Invitation to a Gentleman to a Friendly Dinner
+
+    Invitation to "Best Man" at a Wedding
+        Same
+        Accepting
+
+    Invitation to Join a Party to the Derby
+        Same
+        Accepting
+        Refusing
+
+    Letter from a Traveller at Manchester, to his Employers in London
+
+    Letter urging Payment of a Debt
+
+    Love Letter from a Gentleman to a Lady
+
+    Postponing a Visit
+        Same
+
+    Regretting being unable to give an Appointment to a Situation
+
+    Relative to an Advertisement requesting a Copy
+
+    Reply from Landlord to a Tenant, relative to Non-payment of Rent
+
+    Reply to a Gentleman Recommending a Young Man for Employment as a
+          Porter
+
+    Reply to a Gentleman requiring a Situation as Clerk and Foreign
+          Correspondent
+
+    Reply to a Gentleman who wishes to claim an Estate in Chancery
+
+    Reply to a Letter from a Young Man informing his Uncle he had
+          Contracted Debts
+
+    Reply to an Advertisement for the Appointment of Medical Officer
+          to an Union Division
+
+    Reply to an Application relating to an Advertisement
+
+    Reply to Question as to Rent of, and permission to View, a House
+
+    Requesting the Renewal of a Bill
+
+    To a Child who has been Guilty of telling a Falsehood
+
+    To a Gentleman in reply as to an Agency for a Bordeaux Firm
+
+    To a Gentleman whose Brother is dangerously Ill, offering him
+          Consolation and Comfort
+
+    To a Relieving Officer, by a Neighbour of a Poor Woman taken Ill
+
+    To a Theatrical Manager
+
+    To a Young Man, relative to his late Employer's Business which he
+          proposes to carry on
+
+    Urging a Son to relinquish the Naval Profession
+        Reply
+
+
+
+
+  THE GENTLEMAN'S MODEL LETTER-WRITER.
+
+
+  _Invitation to Dinner_ (_Bachelor's_).
+
+
+  The Albany, June 10th.
+
+  DEAR BROWNE,
+
+
+  Will you dine with me at eight o'clock to-morrow? Some of our
+  fellows are coming, and we mean to have a quiet game of whist in the
+  course of the evening. Come if possible.
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Accepting._
+
+  Gower Street, June 18th.
+
+  DEAR ----,
+
+
+  I will come without fail, and win your money if I can.
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Invitation to Family Dinner._
+
+  Camden Town, March 4th.
+
+  DEAR SMITH,
+
+
+  Will you dine with us to-morrow? It is the old lady's birthday, and
+  I can offer her no greater pleasure, I am sure, than your pleasant
+  company. Do come if you can, there's a good fellow.
+
+  Yours ever,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Accepting._
+
+  Russell Square, March 4th.
+
+  DEAR ----,
+
+
+  I shall be delighted to accept your kind invitation for to-morrow,
+  and offer my good wishes to your charming wife on her birthday.
+
+  Yours ever,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Invitation to Family Dinner._
+
+  Medway Villas, June 8th.
+
+  DEAR CAPTAIN MAURICE,
+
+
+  Will you favour Mrs. Trevor and myself with your company at dinner
+  on Monday next at 6 o'clock? We expect General Hill and his wife,
+  and think you may like to make their acquaintance.
+
+  With our united regards,
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Invitation to a Croquet Party._
+
+  Havant, May 17th.
+
+  DEAR HOWARD,
+
+
+  The girls talk of having a croquet party on Thursday next. Will you
+  join it? We shall be delighted to see you if you can come. Little
+  Totty desires me to add, that you must play on her side, because
+  then she will be sure to be one of the winners.
+
+  Ever yours most truly,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Accepting._
+
+  Havant, May 18th.
+
+  DEAR ----,
+
+
+  I shall be delighted to join your croquet party. Pray offer my best
+  respects to Miss Totty, and tell her I will do all I can to prove
+  myself her obedient servant.
+
+  Believe me, ever yours truly,
+
+  HOWARD.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Declining._
+
+  Havant, May 18th.
+
+  DEAR ----,
+
+
+  I regret extremely that I cannot accept your invitation, and put
+  myself at Miss Totty's disposal for a game of croquet; but,
+  unluckily, I am obliged to go to town to-morrow, and shall not
+  return till Monday week.
+
+  Yours ever,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Gentleman, accepting an Invitation, though suffering from
+  illness_ (_temporary_).
+
+  Hampstead, May 4th.
+
+  DEAR MRS. THURGOOD,
+
+
+  I have been laid up with neuralgia for some days, and have not yet
+  recovered from it. I will, however, accept your kind invitation for
+  Saturday next, and hope to be able to come.
+
+  With kind regards to yourself and sister,
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Yours very truly,
+
+  WALTER BOSSORA.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Gentleman regretting he cannot accept an Invitation._
+
+  The Albany, February 1st, 187--
+
+  MY DEAR MADAM,
+
+
+  Thank you very much for thinking of me on Saturday. I should have
+  liked to have joined your party immensely, but I go to Ventnor that
+  afternoon, and am therefore unable to have the pleasure of accepting
+  your very kind invitation.
+
+  My mother and sisters have gone to Beaumaris; they left on
+  Wednesday, and on the same day our friends the Boscawens returned to
+  Ventnor. I hope to reach that truly lovely place on Saturday.
+  Although a month has elapsed since the last year left us, I must
+  send you and your sister all good old-fashioned New Year's wishes,
+  hearty and sincere; will you both accept them? And with many thanks,
+  repeated, for your kind note,
+
+  Believe, me,
+
+  Dear Mrs. B----,
+
+  Your sincere friend,
+
+  HENRY ROSS.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Invitation to a Gentleman to Row in a Boat._
+
+  Chester, June 18th, 187--
+
+  DEAR GEORGE,
+
+
+  Will you join three friends and myself on Saturday next for a row up
+  the river? You are a capital stroke, and we wish to get into the way
+  of pulling a longer stroke than we have at present: little Jerry
+  will steer us. Do not say No. We will finish the evening at the
+  ----, where I have ordered supper.
+
+  Yours sincerely,
+
+  BEDFORD PRICE.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Accepting._
+
+  Rock Terry, June 19th, 187--
+
+  DEAR BEDFORD,
+
+
+  I fancy you have formed too good an idea of my performance as a
+  stroke oar; however, if you think I can be of any use to your crew,
+  I will readily do my best. I shall sleep in Chester, so we need not
+  hurry in returning from our practice.
+
+  Yours sincerely,
+
+  GEORGE SHEEPSHANKS.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Invitation to a Bachelor Party._
+
+  Kidderminster, February, 187--
+
+  DEAR FELLOWS,
+
+
+  Yesterday I met Donovan and our four other old friends, who are here
+  for a few days; they are coming to dine with me to-morrow at seven.
+  I know it is some years since you met them; I hope you will make one
+  of our party.
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours sincerely,
+
+  F. CUNNINGHAM.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Accepting the same._
+
+  Hill House, Kidderminster, Feb. 187--
+
+  DEAR CUNNINGHAM,
+
+
+  It will afford me the very greatest pleasure to dine with you
+  to-morrow at seven. It is many years since I met those you mention,
+  but I have a vivid recollection of passing many pleasant hours in
+  their society and companionship.
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours sincerely,
+
+  HARRY FELLOWS.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Invitation to a Gentleman to a Friendly Dinner._
+
+  Dunland Place, Oct. 1st, 187--
+
+  DEAR HINDMARSH,
+
+
+  I heard by the merest accident, yesterday evening, that you were in
+  town. Will you come and dine with us to-morrow? You know our time,
+  but I may as well remind you that it is seven o'clock. I met J.
+  F----, and our intimate friend from the north, yesterday. They will
+  be here, and we shall have a little music in the evening, when I
+  hope your tenor voice will be in its usual power and sweetness. All
+  join in best regards.
+
+
+  Yours very sincerely,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Postponing a Visit._
+
+
+  Greenfield, October 10th.
+
+  MY DEAR GEORGE,
+
+
+  I regret extremely that we are obliged to ask you to postpone your
+  visit till next month.
+
+  We can not get the house at Brighton for which we were in treaty,
+  till that time, and our present abode is so small that we are unable
+  to offer a bedroom to a friend.
+
+  I trust this delay will not inconvenience you. It is a great
+  disappointment to us, as we longed equally for the sea and your
+  company.
+
+  My wife unites with me in kind remembrances.
+
+
+  I am ever,
+
+  Yours very truly,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Same._
+
+
+  The Beeches, Sydenham, November 6th.
+
+  MY DEAR TOM,
+
+
+  I am sure you will be truly grieved to hear that the sudden and
+  dangerous illness of my mother will oblige me to postpone our dinner
+  party fixed for the 17th.
+
+  I hope to give you better news shortly, and renew my invitation.
+
+
+  Truly yours,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Invitation to be "Best Man" at a Wedding._
+
+
+  Reading, May 6th.
+
+  DEAR TOM,
+
+
+  I intend to be "turned off" next Tuesday week! Will you attend on
+  the mournful occasion as "best man?"
+
+  _Seriously_, I am to be married to my charming little Ada on the
+  ----, and I look for your presence at our bridal as the completion
+  of my happiness, for then the man and woman I love best will unite
+  in confirming my happiness.
+
+
+  Always yours,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Same._
+
+
+  Liphook, May 6th.
+
+  DEAR JOHN,
+
+
+  Julia has consented to our marriage on the 15th inst., and I
+  scribble a line to remind you of your promise to be "best man" on
+  the occasion. Marriage is supposed sometimes to separate bachelor
+  friendships, but such will not be the case in my instance, my dear
+  fellow. Julia has a great regard for you, and is too sensible and
+  good to interfere between us with petty jealousies.
+
+  I am awfully happy, Jack! Wish me joy, and
+
+  Believe me
+
+  Ever your true friend,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Accepting._
+
+  The Albany, May 7th.
+
+  DEAR ----,
+
+  I shall be delighted to assist at the important event fixed for the
+  ----, and beg to offer my best congratulations to Miss ---- and
+  yourself on your approaching happiness.
+
+  I intend to offer as my wedding gift a drawing-room clock. My object
+  in naming this intention to you is that, if you are likely to
+  receive a similar gift from any other friend, you will tell me so,
+  and I will exchange it for something else, as duplicate gifts are a
+  great bore.
+
+  Ever, dear Hal,
+
+  Your true old friend,
+
+  JOHN.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Invitation to join a Party to the Derby_.
+
+  Knightsbridge, May 22.
+
+  DEAR NORRIS,
+
+  Three of our fellows have agreed to go to the Derby together in a
+  drag, and we shall be very glad if you will make a fourth. Jervis
+  drives.
+
+  Don't refuse, old fellow; we shall have a jolly day, and I shall
+  enjoy it doubly if you go with us.
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Same._
+
+  Green Bank, May 23rd.
+
+  DEAR REID,
+
+  Will you accompany a party of us to-morrow to the Derby?
+
+  Let me have an answer by bearer, and take care that it is in the
+  affirmative.
+
+  Yours ever,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Accepting_.
+
+  London, May 23rd.
+
+  DEAR GEORGE,
+
+  I shall have much pleasure in accompanying you to the Derby. Let me
+  know, please, the hour at which you start.
+
+  I am, ever,
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+  J. REID.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Refusing_.
+
+  London, May 23rd.
+
+  DEAR BOB,
+
+  It is awfully unlucky, but I am obliged to go to Chester on the
+  Derby day, and _can't_ do as I desire. I wish you a pleasant trip.
+
+  I am ever, yours truly,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Love-letter from a Gentleman to a Lady._
+
+  The Temple, June 4th.
+
+  DEAREST,
+
+  Days have passed by now since we have had the pleasure of a few
+  moments' conversation even; how these hours have dragged their slow
+  pace along you and I alone can tell. It is only when we are left to
+  the peaceful enjoyment of our own society that time flies. It may be
+  that to-morrow at Mrs. E.'s we shall have a little time alone. We
+  all dine there; she told me she should have a dance also, and that
+  your mamma had promised her your sister and yourself should be of
+  the party. May I ask for the first waltz? I send a few flowers, but
+  I imagine you will only wear one, the rose in your hair; your sister
+  is always pleased with a bouquet, so I shall not be very angry if
+  you let her have them, only wear my rose.
+
+  Your own
+
+  EDWARD.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Sailor to his Sweetheart._ H.M.S. Centaur, June 14th, 187-
+
+  MY DEAR FANNY,
+
+  You are never out of my mind. If you only think of me half as much,
+  I shall be satisfied. Sleeping or waking it is all the same, Fanny,
+  you are my only thought. What have you done with your piece of the
+  half-sovereign we cut in halves? I have bored a hole in mine, and
+  wear it round my neck on a bit of blue ribbon, to show that your
+  William is true blue. Do you wear yours the same, my dearest Fanny?
+  When I come home we will splice the halves, and Fanny and her
+  William will be one--will we not, darling girl? Our cruise will now
+  soon be over; I only hope, Fanny, you have been as true to me as I
+  have been to you; never have I ceased thinking of you. Bear in mind
+  your faithful William, who loves you as fondly as ever.
+
+  Your devoted lover,
+
+  WILLIAM.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Gentleman's reply to the Lady, imagining he was indifferent to
+  her._
+
+  Gillingham, April 16th, 187-
+
+  DEAREST LOVE,
+
+  Such I must and will, with your permission, always call you. Your
+  letter really caused me much uneasiness. But, Dr. B., who came in
+  just as it arrived, strictly forbade me to excite myself in any way,
+  and would not allow me to reply to it immediately, as he feared an
+  immediate return of my old heart complaint. Who can have been so
+  mischievous, so ungenerous, so determined to make two hearts
+  miserable, as to invent this wicked story of my flirtation with Miss
+  G.? You name Mrs. G. On inquiring of her this morning I find she
+  heard it somewhere spoken of, she says, but cannot recall to her
+  mind the person who mentioned it. Let me at once and for ever
+  disabuse you of such a suspicion. My affection for you is unchanged
+  and unchangeable; often and often I have by letter and verbally too,
+  pledged myself that you alone, Katie dearest, were my only thought,
+  my only joy. Banish all vain suspicions from your mind. Trust in me;
+  I will never deceive you; my love is inviolably yours; for you I
+  breathe, for you I live, without you I should die. Believe me,
+  dearest, night and day you are uppermost in my thoughts, and a sad,
+  sad day it would be for me if for one moment you withdrew that
+  confidence in me that I have so long happily possessed. Believe no
+  aspersions against one who loves you madly. The time, I trust, will
+  soon arrive when I can call you mine alone, and no breath of
+  suspicion shall ever fall upon my fidelity. Love me then, my
+  dearest, as your own heart dictates; have no cares in future as to
+  any attention even in the least degree being shown by me to any one,
+  further than due civility, or what is required from the usages of
+  society, exacts. To-morrow I will do myself the pleasure of calling,
+  and trust then to succeed (if not successful now) in fully
+  explaining away any doubts or fears you may entertain.
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Dearest Katie,
+
+  Your ever affectionate,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Gentleman to a Lady with whom he is in love._
+
+  Braintree, Essex.
+
+  DEAR MISS ----,
+
+  As no opportunity has presented itself of speaking to you lately
+  alone, I venture to address you by letter, and I assure you my
+  happiness greatly depends on the reply with which you may deign to
+  favour me.
+
+  I love you, dear Miss ----, very sincerely, and if you can return my
+  affection and become my wife, I shall consider myself the most
+  fortunate of men.
+
+  The income which I can place at your disposal is not large, but in
+  my family you will find the most tender and affectionate connexions.
+  My mother (to whom alone I have confided my secret) is rejoiced at
+  the hope of having you for a daughter. Do not, best beloved Miss
+  Johnstone, disappoint her and myself! Should you not reject me--if I
+  am ever so happy as to call you my wife--the tenderest and most
+  affectionate devotion shall be yours, and the principal and only
+  study of my future days shall be to render your life as happy as you
+  deservedly merit it should be. Your reply is most impatiently
+  awaited by one whose life is wrapped up in yours. My aunt has just
+  called, and it appears that some years since she was very intimately
+  acquainted with your father, to whom I have written, enclosing this
+  note for you, and stating to him the purport of its contents.
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Dear Miss Johnstone,
+
+  Yours very truly,
+
+  HARRY CLINTON.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Soldier ordered Abroad, to his affianced Bride._
+
+  Portsmouth, April 15th, 187-
+
+  DEAREST JULIA,
+
+  I can scarcely compose myself to write, for this very morning, at
+  mid-day parade, a telegram was received by our commanding officer
+  directing the regiment to hold itself under orders for immediate
+  foreign service; so that of course I shall be prevented seeing you
+  before our departure, as all leave is stopped for officers as well
+  as for the non-commissioned officers and men. Where our future
+  destination may be no one can at present conjecture, but we think it
+  may be Canada. How blighted now are our hopes! where all seemed
+  bright and joyous, nothing is left but separation and blank despair.
+  Julia, you love me; you are mine, are you not, dear Julia? Although
+  separated for a time, we shall love each other faithfully; no doubts
+  must arise, no feelings of suspicion or fear between us; but firm in
+  the knowledge that we are devotedly attached to each other, and that
+  nothing can change the ardent feelings we entertain, we must wait
+  and hope. I trust in a few short years, my darling Julia, to call
+  you mine. Your Ronald will be true to his promise and his love, and
+  in faith that his Julia will bear up bravely, as a soldier's
+  destined wife should do, he obeys his country's call in anguish but
+  not in despair. Accept the little present I send you (forwarded by
+  registered letter by this evening's post), and with most
+  affectionate and enduring love,
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  My dearest Julia,
+
+  Your ever devoted,
+
+  RONALD DUGAN.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Gentleman to a Young Lady._
+
+  Snow Hill, January 1st, 187-
+
+  DEAR ROSY,
+
+  On returning from skating yesterday afternoon, and reflecting alone
+  on the pleasant morning we had passed, I was more than ever
+  impressed with my wretched solitary existence. Will you break for me
+  this monotonous routine of life by saying, "It need not be,
+  Charlie."
+
+  I have loved you fondly and long; your parents and mine are intimate
+  friends; they know my private character. Will you accept me as your
+  husband, dearest Rosy?
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Your ever fondly attached,
+
+  CHARLIE BYERS.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Husband to his Wife, on sailing from England._
+
+  H.M.S. Psyche, June 8th.
+
+  MY DEAREST WIFE,
+
+  I take the opportunity of the pilot's return to send you a hurried
+  and last farewell. Oh, my dearest, what but duty could reconcile me
+  to leaving you? What but the certainty that we are both protected by
+  our Heavenly Father could support me through the weary days and
+  nights which I am destined to spend far from you? Ah! the waves that
+  are now washing the sides of our vessel will soon cease to beat upon
+  that shore where my wife, where my friends are all thinking of me.
+
+  Farewell my dearest wife; be assured I am in good health and
+  tolerable spirits.
+
+  Comfort yourself, my dearest! we shall all meet soon and happily
+  again. I have not time to write to my mother, but pray tell her she
+  is always in my thoughts. God bless you, dearest!--my heart is full
+  of you.
+
+  Ever your devoted husband,
+
+  H. P.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Husband absent on Business to his Wife._
+
+  The Fens, Lincolnshire, June 1st, 187-
+
+  DEAREST ISABELLA,
+
+  This is the first time, my darling, we have ever experienced the
+  bitterness and misery of separation, and the few days I have
+  already been absent from you appear like years. What my state of
+  mind will be at the expiration of another two or three weeks I will
+  let your little affectionate heart conjecture. But I must not be
+  selfish, my dearest Isa. You share my trial, but do not be
+  down-hearted, the time will soon pass away. You must go out and
+  visit the nice friends near you. Your dear kind mother also is
+  within an easy walk, I am glad to think.
+
+  Roger Hughes is going to stay with his family for some little while;
+  I do not care much about him (you remember we met him at ----). He
+  is certain to call upon you, but it will be just as well not to be
+  at home to him always. Hoping to return in a fortnight, I remain,
+  with very best love to your mother and yourself,
+
+  Your ever affectionate husband,
+
+  JOSIAH WEBB.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Father to his Son beginning the World._
+
+  Hampstead, May 6th, 187-
+
+  MY DEAREST SON,
+
+  Separated as you will shortly be from your childhood's home--for
+  many years, perhaps--and not having your poor old father to consult
+  and obtain advice from, when any difficulties may arise, you will
+  naturally be inclined to appeal to those among your acquaintances
+  whom you may consider from intimate association as entitled to the
+  name of friends.
+
+  Now this is a matter in which you must observe the very greatest
+  caution and discrimination; a mistake made in selecting a friend and
+  acting up to his advice, is a fatal one, and no one can for a moment
+  form an idea of the consequences which may arise from it. In the
+  first place, do not seek the friendship of the "fast young man"
+  whose sole thought is to gratify himself in the enjoyment of this
+  world's pleasures, without any regard to the misery or disgrace his
+  conduct may be entailing on a happy, innocent family. Make friends
+  of those who, by their actions, have raised themselves in the
+  estimation of their superiors, and are regarded with eyes of jealous
+  admiration by their equals. Remember the old proverb, "Tell who are
+  your friends, and I will tell you what you are."
+
+  I hope, dear boy, your own good sense will lead you to avoid bad
+  companions. Should you ever (which I trust may never be the case) be
+  tempted to do anything contrary to the laws of honour or of duty,
+  question yourself thus: "Should I do this in my father's house?
+  should I act thus in my mother's presence?" The answer will be the
+  best talisman to keep you from falling in your combat with the
+  world.
+
+  We have great hopes in you, my dear son. Never omit to write to your
+  dear mother and myself, when you possibly can; and with our best and
+  fondest love,
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Ever your affectionate father,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Son who has misconducted himself towards his Employer, to
+  his Father._
+
+  Eastcheap, November 18th, 187-
+
+  DEAR FATHER,
+
+  I am in such distress I scarcely know how to commence my letter.
+  Without the least reason, without the least provocation, I left my
+  master at the most busy season, just for a temporary, trifling
+  amusement. He--the best of masters--for the moment was forgotten by
+  me: self predominated. I ran away from my service, and here I find
+  myself disgraced and miserable, and grieve to think how
+  indescribably shocked you will be when Mr. Evans communicates with
+  you relative to my absence. However, dear father, there is one
+  consolation: I cannot be accused of dishonesty; so I hope my
+  character is not irretrievably ruined. Will you see my master, and
+  tell him how deeply I regret my fault, and entreat him to forgive
+  me? It shall hereafter be my constant study to perform my duty in
+  the most upright manner, and with the most assiduous attention. Let
+  me hear also, dear father, in sending me Mr. Evans's reply, that you
+  also forgive
+
+  Your erring, but heartbroken son,
+
+  H. H. H.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _The Father's Answer._
+
+  Bedhampton, November 21st, 187-
+
+  MY DEAR SON,
+
+  Words cannot express my grief at the receipt of your letter. How can
+  you so soon have forgotten all the home lessons of duty you have
+  learned? What society can you have mingled in to have caused you to
+  be guilty of such folly? I have seen your master, and read him your
+  letter; and he agrees with myself that from the manner you have
+  acted in immediately informing me of your position, it is probable
+  you may, in an untoward moment, have been induced to commit an act
+  which you will never cease to regret. It is your first offence, and
+  he bids me say he rejoices that you are sensible of your grievous
+  error, and he will allow you to return, and never mention what has
+  occurred to you. Never, dear son, forget yourself again, be grateful
+  to your master, who is charity itself, and
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Your affectionate father,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Father applying to a Principal of a School to ascertain Terms,
+  &c._
+
+  Hopwood House, June 16th, 187-
+
+  SIR,
+
+  Being desirous of sending my son, aged thirteen, to school, my
+  friends have strongly recommended me to apply to you on the subject.
+
+  I should be glad to learn your terms, and to be informed as to your
+  plan of tuition.
+
+  Will you favour me with a prospectus of your School, and also inform
+  me whether you have a vacancy?
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _To a Child who has being guilty of telling a Falsehood._
+
+  Brecon, May 14th, 187-
+
+  MY DEAR SAMUEL,
+
+  I was much grieved to find after you had left us in the early part
+  of the week, that the replies you gave me relative to your
+  acquaintance with the L----s were utterly at variance with the
+  truth. Little did I think you would ever deceive us, when such
+  confidence has been always placed in you. Why did you try to
+  deceive me by a falsehood?
+
+  Let me entreat of you never again to deviate from the truth; should
+  you do so you will soon obtain a character as an untrustworthy
+  person, and no one will believe you, even when you speak the truth.
+  Every one will shun you, as they will always suspect that you are
+  trying to deceive them; even when you are acting rightly they will
+  look upon you with suspicion.
+
+  Have you forgotten that Truth is the point of honour in a gentleman,
+  and that no one can tell a falsehood and retain the character of
+  one?
+
+  I cannot tell you the shame I felt when I discovered your untruth; I
+  felt degraded by it.
+
+  Strive to retrieve your character in the future, by perfect
+  truthfulness and a high sense of what honour requires from you.
+
+  Till I believe that you feel the enormity of your fault I cannot
+  sign myself other than
+
+  Your afflicted father,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Urging a Son to relinquish the Naval Profession._
+
+  Upton, June 12th, 187-
+
+  DEAR FREDERICK,
+
+  Your letter of the 1st, informing me that you had determined to
+  remain in your present profession, caused me great distress. If you
+  wish to add some little portion of comfort to the last years of a
+  father's life, which your headstrong passions have already greatly
+  embittered, you will immediately relinquish it. Remember you are the
+  only representative of our family. Why then persist in remaining in
+  a profession wherein you are exposed to constant and imminent
+  danger?
+
+  I wish you to marry, and hope to see you settle down and discharge
+  the duties of your position in society as a country gentleman; you
+  have ample means at your disposal now, as the whole of your late
+  uncle's property is yours. Concede a little to your father, whose
+  only desire is to see his name honourably upheld, his family
+  perpetuated, in the county in which we are now so much respected.
+  Age is creeping on me, Frederick, I am widowed and alone. I trust
+  this appeal will not be made in vain. You know my deep and lasting
+  affection for you; do not wound it by a refusal. Awaiting with great
+  anxiety your determination,
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Your affectionate father,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply._
+
+  H.M.S. Psyche, June 19th.
+
+  MY DEAR FATHER,
+
+  Dearly as I love my noble profession, I am unable to resist your
+  last earnest appeal, and agree therefore to give up my commission,
+  and return to a life on land. The pang this resolution costs me is
+  softened by the remembrance that I may thus hope to ensure the
+  happiness of so good a father.
+
+  I shall shortly return to you, and will endeavour in all things to
+  prove
+
+  Your most dutiful and affectionate son,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Letter from a Father to a Son at School, on the necessity of
+  attention to his Studies._
+
+  Mudiford, January 28th, 187-
+
+  MY DEAR BOY,
+
+  Now you have returned to school it is my duty to point out to you
+  how absolutely necessary it is for your future success that you
+  should persevere in your studies, more especially if you wish to
+  leave college (for which you are destined) with honour. Do not be
+  carried away with the natural love of ease and pleasure, but
+  accustom yourself at once to really hard work. If you cannot
+  reconcile yourself to do so in your youth you will be unable to do
+  so as you grow older, and you will become incapable of achieving
+  anything great. Application may be difficult at first, but when once
+  you have accustomed yourself to it you will find study pleasant,
+  easy, and agreeable, and in years to come you will be well repaid
+  for the toil and trouble you now undergo. What can be pleasanter
+  than to find yourself at the head of your school, leaving all
+  competitors behind? what more gratifying than to give pleasure to
+  your father and mother, and to obtain the admiration and approval of
+  your teachers? That, dear boy, will be your reward if you study
+  constantly and patiently; but if you neglect the opportunities
+  offered to you now, your future life will be nothing but
+  disquietude, and you will grow up ignorant, and be despised. Pay
+  attention to my advice, and work in the morning of your days. With
+  your mother's best love and mine,
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Your ever affectionate father,
+
+  R. R.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to a Letter from a young Man informing his Uncle he had
+  contracted Debts._
+
+  Soltney, March 4th, 187-
+
+  MY DEAR NEPHEW,
+
+  I was indeed deeply grieved on the receipt of your letter to find
+  you had forgotten, or at least not acted up to the advice I gave
+  you--to pay for everything you purchased at once, and not to go into
+  debt on any account. I must put things before you now in a plain
+  unvarnished manner, and give you my opinion, formed after many
+  years' experience. The man who contracts debts which he is unable to
+  pay, more especially for articles of useless luxury, is much more
+  culpable than the poor creature who, distracted by all the miseries
+  of his starving family at home, rushes into the first shop he sees
+  and steals something to relieve their necessities.
+
+  When men find themselves encumbered with debts which they are unable
+  to pay, mean subterfuges are resorted to; applications for delay of
+  payment are made--and granted, without any good result; the final
+  crash comes at last: the patience and temper of the tradesmen become
+  exhausted, they have recourse to their legal remedy, and
+  wretchedness and beggary are the result.
+
+  It may be that you have been endeavouring to keep pace with some
+  young man of greater fortune than your own. Be not led away by such
+  absurd vanity. The largest income will be and has been squandered,
+  unknown as it were to its possessor, solely from the crime (and a
+  great one too it is) of running into debt. I regret that I cannot
+  assist you at present with the loan you request, and remain
+
+  Your affectionate uncle,
+
+  T. H. P.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Acknowledging a Letter of Congratulation on the Birth of a Child._
+
+  Duke Street, St. James's, Dec. 24th, 187-
+
+  DEAR ----,
+
+  Thanks for your kind letter and good wishes. I am happy to say that
+  my wife and the baby are going on well. I have told Mrs. Compton
+  about Mr. Denville; she is glad to hear so good an account of him.
+  Wishing you all a merry Christmas and a happy New Year,
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours sincerely,
+
+  D. W.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Child, acknowledging the receipt of the Present of a Book._
+
+  Ramsden Hall, January 18th, 187-
+
+  MY DEAR MRS. ----,
+
+  Thank you very much for the beautiful book you have sent me. It is
+  very pretty and nice, and I like it very much. I long to see you
+  again. I have been out driving this morning in the pony carriage.
+  There is a hard frost. With best love to Dr. G. and yourself
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Your most affectionate little friend,
+
+  R. D. A.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Father to a Son, relative to his Expenditure._
+
+  Hackney, March 5th, 187-
+
+  MY DEAR SON,
+
+  Your last letter gave us pleasure not unmixed with pain: pleasure to
+  learn that you were well, and held in esteem by your superiors, and
+  on friendly terms with those of your own standing; and pain from the
+  request which it contained. Your mother, like myself, feels grieved
+  that you should ask for an additional allowance. You should consider
+  that you have brothers and sisters for whom I have also to make a
+  provision, and that if the allowance I now give you (which is
+  considered large) be increased, it must deprive us all of some of
+  our necessary comforts. You must reflect on this, dear boy, and then
+  I am well assured that you will not urge your request. I will,
+  however (for this once alone, understand me), make you a present of
+  Thirty Pounds. Your own good sense, I am certain, will show you the
+  necessity of retrenchment, so I shall not allude to the matter
+  further. The presents you sent us each by last mail are much
+  appreciated and treasured by us.
+
+  We are going to move from this neighbourhood, as we find it too
+  expensive; when next you write, therefore, address to Durnford
+  Street.
+
+  Your brother Fred is going to be married, but will live near us. His
+  future wife is a daughter of Mr. Passmore, and at his death she will
+  have about 2000_l_.; at present he will make her an allowance of
+  80_l_. per annum.
+
+  All your pets are well, and we guard them jealously for your sake.
+  Trusting you will remain some time at Shopoo, as it agrees with you
+  so well, and that we may constantly hear from you,
+
+  Believe me, with our united kindest love,
+
+  Your affectionate father,
+
+  H. V. ROSSITER.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From one Brother to another, on having unexpectedly amassed a
+  Fortune._
+
+
+  Natal, S. Africa, February 1st, 187--
+
+  DEAR WILLIAM,
+
+
+  You are well aware that when I sailed from England a few years ago,
+  after paying my passage out I had but a very few pounds left; but I
+  soon got good employment, and saved out of my wages all that I
+  possibly could. I never was very fond of company, and have no
+  expensive habits; so at the end of two years I found myself with
+  30_l._ to my credit in the bank. When the report came here of
+  diamonds being found up the country, I started off, bag and baggage,
+  and on my arrival got an allotment, and went to work with a hearty
+  good will. For many a weary day I toiled, giving myself little time
+  for rest. At last I was rewarded: among the washings I found a
+  diamond, a small one, yet what a treasure I thought it! On and on I
+  toiled--some weeks with success, and others with none; however, my
+  labours have been successful: I have been fortunate enough to find
+  diamonds, which, when valued, have realized the handsome sum of
+  £----.
+
+  Tell my dearest mother that now she will never want. I am coming
+  home, and shall invest for her sole use during her lifetime £----.
+
+  Will you, dear William, look out for a good school for my little
+  sister? She must be nine years of age now. Ask the clergyman's wife
+  to recommend you one. I wish her to be educated as a lady, and she
+  shall have the £---- at my mother's death. How I wish our poor
+  father had lived to derive some comfort from my fortune! You shall
+  have 100_l._ paid to your credit to provide the things Jane will
+  require on going to school, and to pay for the first half-year's
+  expenses there. I hope to be home in six months, when I will take a
+  suitable house for our dear mother. If you will accept it from me, I
+  make you a present of £----; with the remainder of my earnings I
+  shall purchase a nice property, so that I may be certain my money
+  will be secure, for were I to speculate I might lose all.
+
+  With best love, and hoping shortly to see you happy and well,
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Your affectionate brother,
+
+  ANGUS M'DONALD.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Gentleman in India to a Relation in England._
+
+
+  Camp, Booltan, Feb. 1st, 187--
+
+  MY DEAR ----,
+
+
+  Many thanks for your last letter, which arrived some three weeks
+  ago. We never received the letter to which you allude, containing
+  the photographs; and I am very sorry it went astray, for we should
+  have liked so much to have them. I hope, if you have other copies,
+  that you will kindly send them to us when you next write.
+
+  We both desire to thank you for your kind and cordial reception of
+  dear Richard. He wrote and told us how warmly you received him, and
+  how pleased and gratified he was to see you. I trust he will come to
+  see you again on his return from Devon, where he was when we last
+  heard from him. We miss him terribly, and look forward anxiously to
+  meeting him out here again next year, if, please God, we are all
+  spared. James, his wife, and children are living down at
+  Cheltenham. I wonder if there is any chance of your meeting? Sarah
+  Maria is in Cornwall, but they took a house for a term of years near
+  Watford, and will be back there, certainly before Christmas; she had
+  no idea you were in London, and I must tell her of it when I next
+  write to her. We are now in camp, marching about the district; of
+  course I do my office as usual in tents every day--a happy, gipsy
+  kind of life--and dearest Sophie and the little ones always enjoy
+  it. Give my kindest love to Emma and Blanche. I have been intending
+  to write to Emma, and I will really write soon; but in the hot
+  weather one feels terribly indisposed for letter-writing, and I have
+  quite quill-work enough to do every day. Our kindest love to
+  yourself and Horace, and to Jane and Sophia; and many kisses from
+  our little darling.
+
+
+  Always your very affectionate cousin,
+
+  HAROLD SOTHERN.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Father, who has lately lost his Wife, to his Daughter at School._
+
+
+  Woburn, July 20th.
+
+  MY DARLING CHILD,
+
+
+  I was very pleased and comforted by your last affectionate letter.
+  Bitterly indeed do I miss you! Had I given way to my own selfish
+  wishes, I think I should not have allowed you to return to school.
+  Your dear aunt, however, who is now looking carefully after my
+  domestic affairs, showed me so plainly that by keeping you at home I
+  should be depriving you of the advantages of education, that I
+  sacrificed my feelings for your sake. On reflection, also, I hoped
+  that you would find some little consolation and comfort from
+  association with young ladies of your own age, for here all is
+  cheerless and dreary. The void caused by your dear mother's death
+  can never be refilled; my home is truly desolate. It would have been
+  wrong to keep you at home to share my grief, and thus uselessly add
+  bitterness to your younger years. Do not grieve too long and
+  bitterly, my child, for your dearly loved mother; imitate her in
+  every action of her life; and when Time has slightly moderated your
+  poor father's sorrow, and you are in charge of his home and your
+  own, things may be brighter and more cheerful again.
+
+  Pray write to me soon, and
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Your ever affectionate father,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Parent to his Daughter at Service._
+
+
+  Farndon, March 1st, 187--
+
+  MY DEAR DAUGHTER,
+
+
+  When you left home for service, you were so young and inexperienced
+  that we were most anxious as to your welfare. We are truly thankful
+  to find from your letter, received a few days ago, that you are in a
+  place that is likely to prove comfortable. I need not give you much
+  advice as to obedience, for you have always been, both to your
+  mother and myself, a most obedient and dutiful child. Your mistress
+  is very kind in showing you how to perform your duties. Be
+  attentive, and grateful to her for such kindness.
+
+  Do not make acquaintances too hurriedly; never stay out later than
+  the hour appointed for you to be at home; and on no account whatever
+  admit any one into the house, without first obtaining leave from
+  your mistress. Never miss an opportunity of attending Divine
+  worship. Write to us as often as you can; and with the love of your
+  mother and myself,
+
+
+  Believe me, your affectionate father,
+
+  JOSEPH HODGES.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Father to his Son, who has been complaining of the severity
+  of his Master._
+
+
+  Putney, March, 187--
+
+  MY DEAR FREDERICK,
+
+
+  I was very sorry indeed to find from your last that you were not
+  satisfied with your place, and that your master was always finding
+  fault with you. You must not imagine that in doing so he is at all
+  cruel or severe; but, having a great interest in your future
+  welfare, he wishes, whilst there is yet time, to correct the faults
+  he sees you commit. It is not with you that he is angry; it is with
+  the faults and errors he sees you fall into. It is for your good,
+  believe me, my dear Fred, that he speaks; and in after years you
+  will look with gratitude and respect on Mr. C----, who now appears
+  to you to be harsh and unkind. With our fondest love, hoping you are
+  well, and that you will become more contented soon,
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Your ever affectionate father,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Letter of Condolence._
+
+
+  Hampton Road, April 4th, 187--
+
+  MY DEAR J----N,
+
+
+  I sincerely commiserate you in this your fearful and awful
+  visitation. Sad indeed it is to lose your wife and your expected
+  child in one short moment! Your dear wife, we are well aware (as far
+  as human beings can form a judgment of the lives of their fellow
+  creatures) was in every act, deed, and word a true Christian. Your
+  account of her death is deeply touching; but how grateful you must
+  have felt to have seen her so resigned and happy in the thought
+  that, although her loss would cast a shadow on your life on earth,
+  you would meet her hereafter in that better world, where no trouble
+  or sorrow is to be found. She was good in every acceptation of the
+  term: her charities (so unostentatiously dispensed), her cheerful
+  willingness to relieve any real distress, her talents and charms,
+  endeared her to all. Naturally you must deeply grieve for the loss
+  of one so dear and excellent. You have again another source of grief
+  in the loss of your child; dear J----, and at present all
+  consolation must seem to you impossible; but God has ordained that
+  Time shall bring comfort and soothing for all earthly sorrows, and
+  to its healing influence we must leave you. As soon as you feel
+  equal to the journey, come to us, and stay as long as you feel
+  inclined. We will walk and ride together. There is great healing in
+  Nature, and open-air exercise--I speak from experience--does as much
+  as reason and philosophy in soothing a great grief.
+
+  My wife unites with me in best regards and truest sympathy.
+
+
+  I am ever,
+
+  Dear J----,
+
+  Yours most truly,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _To a Gentleman whose Brother is dangerously Ill, offering him
+  Consolation and Comfort._
+
+
+  MY DEAR ----,
+
+
+  Every morning we listen for the post with the greatest anxiety,
+  trusting that it will bring us better news of your dear brother. The
+  accounts yesterday gave us a very lively idea of your situation,
+  while you are expecting so critical and dangerous an hour as that
+  which you have in view. We deeply feel for you, yet we know you are
+  and will be supported. We pray for you and your brother, and we know
+  and believe that He on whom we call is rich in mercy and mighty to
+  save. We see many around us who have been restored from the very
+  gates of the grave when every human effort has proved ineffectual.
+  This gives us hopes that our supplications may terminate in praises
+  for your dear brother's restoration to health.
+
+
+  Yours most truly,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Giving Information about Trains._
+
+
+  Chatham, June 3rd.
+
+  MY DEAR ----,
+
+
+  We were all very glad to find on Martha's return yesterday that you
+  would come on Saturday, and we trust we may induce you to stay until
+  Monday.
+
+  I enclose you a list of the departure and arrival of the trains. The
+  launch takes place at three o'clock, but (if you can manage it) you
+  had better come early, that you may have a rest after your journey.
+  Let us know at what time you propose leaving London, and we will
+  meet you at the station. It appears to me the one leaving at 10.30,
+  and arriving at 11.30, is the best, as you will only be an hour on
+  the road. However, let us know.
+
+  We unite in kindest love to all, and best regards to A----
+
+
+  Your affectionate brother,
+
+
+  Leave Victoria.   Arrive at Chatham.
+      9.15               11.20
+     10.30               11.30
+     11.35                1.15
+     12.30                1.36
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Gentleman applying for Sittings or a Pew in a Parish Church,
+  in the Country._
+
+
+  Wales, October 18th, 187-
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  I should feel much obliged if you would use your influence with the
+  churchwardens to procure me a pew or sittings for myself and family
+  in the Parish Church. I need not point out to you the inconvenience
+  arising from not having one allotted to me. I purposed making a
+  formal application to the churchwardens, but being a stranger to
+  them all, I believe a word from you would procure them for me. For
+  some weeks I have been confined to the house from indisposition, or
+  I would have done myself the pleasure of making my request in
+  person.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Dear Sir,
+
+  Very truly yours,
+
+  The Rev. ----
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Gentleman applying to an Agent at a Watering-place for Lodgings._
+
+
+  Thickset Lodge, Howbury, May 1st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Wishing to leave my house in the country for some months in the
+  summer, I should feel obliged if you would inform me whether there
+  would be much difficulty in obtaining furnished apartments at ----.
+  I am well aware that at some of the towns on the South Coast
+  (especially at this time, when a demonstration of our naval forces
+  is to be made) it may be difficult to find them. You know the place
+  well, and also about the terms I generally give.
+
+  If you have received my rent from Dr. ----, please forward it at
+  your convenience, and let me know if any repairs are required at the
+  house.
+
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply._
+
+
+  Marchsea, May 4th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  In reply to your letter, I beg to inform you that all the best
+  lodgings here are occupied, and I fear that I cannot find any which
+  would suit you.
+
+  I enclose a cheque for your rent, and am happy to inform you that no
+  repairs are required at present at Bellevue.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Sir,
+
+  Your obedient servant,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _An Application for a Donation to a Charitable Institution in the
+  Country, such as Coal and Blanket Club and Soup Kitchen._
+
+
+  Hampton, December 1st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Having taken great interest in forming a club for providing coals
+  and blankets, and also in establishing a soup kitchen for the poor
+  in this town, I venture to request your charitable co-operation. I
+  enclose you a prospectus, which will enable you at one glance to see
+  to what extent any donation you may send will entitle you to
+  recommend families who by misfortune or sickness are unfortunately
+  compelled to solicit relief.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Yours obediently,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Letter in reply, enclosing a Donation._
+
+
+  Hampton, December 4th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I am much pleased to find the interest you take in the suffering
+  poor at this inclement season is so great. Your prospectus is very
+  satisfactory; but as I am well assured that all cases of a really
+  deserving nature must be fully known to you, I must request you to
+  distribute as you please the number of tickets to which I am
+  entitled for the cheque for 10_l._ which I enclose.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Sir,
+
+  Yours obediently,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply, unfavourable, to an application for a Donation._
+
+
+  Belfield, January 1st, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  In acknowledging the receipt of your letter of the 22nd, soliciting
+  a subscription to assist you in your charitable efforts for
+  relieving the many distressed poor in your neighbourhood, I regret
+  extremely to have to reply that it is out of my power to help you.
+  Prior to the receipt of your application I had made arrangements to
+  supply some poor families with soup three days in each week for the
+  next six weeks. I cannot afford to devote more money to this object.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Dear Sir,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  JOHN ELLIS.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Gentleman to a Friend, speaking of kindness received in another
+  friend's house._
+
+
+  Stalybridge, May 1st, 187--
+
+  DEAR GEORGE,
+
+
+  You will, I am certain, be very sorry to hear that for the last six
+  weeks I have been confined to the house with a severe attack of
+  rheumatic gout. You, who so well know my active habits, can
+  thoroughly enter into my feelings at being a prisoner for so long a
+  time. The agony I have suffered has been excruciating; I was unable
+  to move without assistance, and was as feeble as an infant, being
+  unable to do the most trifling thing for myself. But you will be
+  glad to hear that I received the greatest kindness and attention
+  from our friends. I was unable to hold a book or a newspaper, but
+  every morning one or the other of this kind family with whom I am
+  staying tried to relieve the monotony of my life by reading to me;
+  in the afternoon some of them would come and tell me the news; and
+  in the evening, whilst I sat propped up on a sofa, the charming
+  daughters would sing and play. I feel grieved to remember the
+  inconvenience and annoyance I must have been to them all, and shall
+  be happy indeed when I can be moved; as, although they are so
+  extremely kind, I feel what a tremendous amount of additional labour
+  I must cause to all the household. Never can I forget the attention
+  and kindness shown me. I shall be very glad to see you when you come
+  home. Have you had much civility shown you at P----? It used to be a
+  very nice place when I lived there.
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours very sincerely,
+
+  JAMES TURNER.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Gentleman in reply._
+
+
+  Preston, May 6th, 187--
+
+  DEAR JAMES,
+
+
+  I am sorry to hear you have had such a severe attack. Nothing is so
+  trying to a man of active habits, like yourself, as confinement to
+  the house. It was fortunate for you that you were not laid up during
+  the best part of the hunting season, as I am afraid your patient
+  spirit would have utterly rebelled against your privation from one
+  of the only things you really enjoy. We are very snug indeed here,
+  and are made a great deal of. We need never be at home unless we
+  choose. Your friends the Ducrows have a very nice house near, and
+  they have introduced me to some very pleasant people. One of their
+  daughters is a very charming girl. We sing duets together; and as we
+  have to practise for some musical parties, I see a great deal of
+  her. You would like her, I think. I hope we may remain here some
+  time longer, as it is not often one meets with such real friendship
+  as the people here have shown us. I send you a few papers which may
+  amuse you. I hope to hear soon that you are better. When you are
+  able to travel I shall be glad to see you here; I can put you up
+  very comfortably.
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours very sincerely,
+
+  GEORGE MILNER.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Gentleman to another, explaining the cause of not replying
+  to a Letter from a Gentleman Abroad._
+
+
+  Poonah House, December 14th, 187--
+
+  MY DEAR JOHN,
+
+
+  You must not measure the real pleasure and gratification it afforded
+  me to receive your letter by the time I have taken to answer it. I
+  have meant many times to sit down and write to you, but one thing or
+  the other has prevented me. The chief cause of my silence, I grieve
+  to say, has been the fresh sorrows we have lately had, in the loss
+  of our dear little pet, a boy of nearly one year old, during
+  teething, and then the break-up of our little comfortable home in
+  consequence of this--for my dear wife was quite broken by it, in
+  health and spirits; and requiring change of air, I sent her and our
+  eldest girl to Dawlish, where they are now comfortably established
+  with my brother's family, and I sincerely hope the change will
+  prove beneficial to them both. There are many of our old Durham
+  friends residing there, which will be pleasant for her. I shall be
+  so completely tied by business here for some weeks, or it may be
+  longer, that I can scarcely fix the time I shall join them. I shall
+  be dull enough alone, you may well imagine. Forgive my apparent
+  neglect, and if you should be passing near be good enough to give me
+  a call. We are a party of about seven in this boarding-house. The
+  terms are very moderate, and if you know any friend requiring
+  accommodation in one, I can vouch for their being comfortable here.
+  Best regards to your wife and daughters.
+
+
+  Yours very sincerely,
+
+  H. D.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Gentleman in Town to another in the Country, enclosing a
+  Wedding Gift._
+
+
+  United Hotel, Waterloo Place, January 18th, 187--
+
+  MY DEAR JONES,
+
+
+  I am sorry I have not been able to run over to see you lately, but
+  some friends of ours from the country have been in Town, and I have
+  had to go about with them constantly. I am just off for a fortnight
+  into Warwickshire, but shall call as soon as I return. I hope you
+  are now free from bronchitis, and I trust that Mrs. J----s and the
+  young ladies are well. I had a very quiet Christmas with my dear old
+  mother. I suppose you are busy in preparations for the wedding. I
+  enclose a small present; it may be more useful than any ornament I
+  can at present think of, and your daughter can purchase with it
+  whatever she may consider best. I wish her every happiness. Are any
+  of you going to see the opening of Parliament? If so I can secure
+  you a very advantageous seat. With kind regards and good wishes,
+
+
+  I remain, yours sincerely,
+
+  H. W. B.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Letter to a Gentleman who has been making inquiries about a
+  Lady's Horse._
+
+
+  Hithrun, March 26th, 187--
+
+  DEAR MARDEN,
+
+
+  Mr. Somes, of B----, has requested me to tell you that he will sell
+  his mare for thirty-five guineas. She is aged about eight or nine;
+  has been as you know regularly hunted for the last two or more
+  seasons, and is a safe and beautiful hack, and goes well in harness.
+  I need not say more than to observe that he is perfectly indifferent
+  about selling her, though much obliged to you for recommending her.
+  I think she is well worth fifty pounds.
+
+
+  Yours very truly,
+
+  J. L----T.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Regretting being unable to give an Appointment to a Situation._
+
+
+  Oakham, December 1st, 187--
+
+  DEAR MR. ----
+
+
+  I am exceedingly sorry at having to return your enclosures without
+  being able to offer you the appointment in question.
+
+  Regretting the trouble you have had, and with my best wishes,
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours very truly,
+
+  H. H. V.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From one Gentleman to another, relative to a Dog._
+
+
+  Rochester, March 6th, 187--
+
+  DEAR FELLOWES,
+
+
+  As you are well up in everything relating to diseases in dogs, I
+  wish for your advice about my puppy. Some people tell me that by
+  vaccinating him I shall ward off the distemper. Do you think it
+  would prove efficacious? I should be sorry to lose him. Perhaps you
+  will drop me a line when you have time. You are generally so
+  occupied that it is scarcely fair to trouble you, but I think you
+  will in this case excuse your old friend. Have you seen anything of
+  Doxman lately? He was here last week.
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours very sincerely,
+
+  H. M. E.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to Letter relative to a Dog._
+
+
+  Tipnor, 10th March, 187--
+
+  DEAR PURCHASE,
+
+
+  I have always leisure to give a friend a hint if I think it possible
+  to be useful, so I lose no time in replying to you about your pup
+  and the distemper. I have tried vaccination and found it a perfect
+  fallacy, and many of my friends, real judges of dogs, and one of
+  whom is frequently appealed to on matters of dispute with regard to
+  their treatment, decidedly says he has no faith in it, and that the
+  effects are nothing. One of my friends had some dogs which all
+  escaped distemper, but that was attributed to his never giving them
+  any animal food. I rarely have a case (among my dogs) of distemper,
+  and if I do it is generally very mild, and I account for it from my
+  mode of feeding them. Until they reach the age of twelve months I
+  keep them entirely, or nearly so, on bread and milk, potatoes,
+  cabbage, meal, and milk, with the very slightest quantity imaginable
+  of flesh food. Do not keep your dog too closely confined; feed him
+  as I advise, and he may escape distemper altogether. Should he not,
+  it will not be so severe as if you had fed him entirely on meat. I
+  shall be coming into your neighbourhood shortly, and will pay you a
+  visit.
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours sincerely,
+
+  H. M. FOX.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _In reply to a Gentleman inquiring for a Solicitor who may be
+  moderate in his charges._
+
+
+  Sheffield, December 29th, 187--
+
+  MY DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  When I retired from business I relinquished my connexion in favour
+  of my former partner, Mr. ----, and I have much pleasure in giving
+  you his name and address:--4, Boland Street, close to the newly
+  erected Sessions Hall. He will, I am sure, be glad to attend to your
+  friend's business, and make only fair charges.
+
+  I am much obliged for your kind inquiries, and am happy to say my
+  wife and children are all well, and unite with me in kind
+  remembrances. When you write to your sister-in-law, will you be so
+  good as to present our kind regards to her? If you find time and
+  opportunity to come so far north as this, we shall be extremely glad
+  to see you.
+
+  Thank you very much for your kind offer of a welcome, and believe me
+  to be,
+
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+  H. F.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Application for a House, Furnished, desiring Lowest Terms._
+
+
+  The Limes, Hampstead, May 1st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Being in want of a furnished residence, the enclosed order to view
+  yours has been sent to me. Please let me know, before I go to view
+  it, what will be the lowest rent. Please return the order.
+
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  H. D. T.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _To a Relieving Officer, by a Neighbour of a Poor Woman taken Ill._
+
+
+  Tapton, March 17th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Mrs. Waterson, a neighbour of mine, whom I have known for more than
+  fifteen years as an industrious woman, is now ill and unable to
+  work. She has no relations who can assist her in any way. Would you,
+  next Thursday, on your way to the board of guardians' meeting, call
+  and see her? Her house is at the corner of Sedgwood Lane. I will see
+  that her wants are attended to until then.
+
+
+  I am, Sir,
+
+  Your obedient servant,
+
+  GEORGE NEWNS.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to a Gentleman recommending a young Man for Employment as a
+  Porter._
+
+
+  Hitchin, June 12th, 18--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I have received your communication relative to John ----. From the
+  accounts you give of his general good conduct, his honesty, and the
+  respectability of his family, I think he will be just the person I
+  require to take the place of the porter I have lately lost by death.
+  If the young man will call to-morrow, he can commence his duties.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Sir,
+
+  Yours obediently,
+
+  J. D. S----.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Application to Borrow Money._
+
+
+  Ashmead, January 11th, 187--
+
+  DEAR ROGERS,
+
+
+  Having been rather unfortunate in some speculations of late, I find
+  I am unable to meet the demands of a tradesman, who positively says
+  he cannot remain longer without a settlement of his account. He
+  threatens proceedings, which just at present would prove very
+  disagreeable. Could you, without inconvenience, oblige me with the
+  loan of 20_l._ for a month?
+
+
+  Yours ever,
+
+  SETH JONES.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply, granting the Loan._
+
+
+  18, Stanhope Gardens, January 11th, 187--
+
+  DEAR JONES,
+
+
+  There is nothing so annoying as to be threatened with proceedings.
+  Perhaps you have not replied civilly to your tradesman's demand for
+  payment; generally speaking, if you do so, they are not pressing. I
+  enclose you a cheque for 20_l._, and shall be glad if you will dine
+  with me this evening. Bring your I. O. U.
+
+
+  Yours ever,
+
+  SAML. ROGERS.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to a Gentleman who wishes to claim an Estate in Chancery._
+
+
+  Strand, June 14th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  In reply to your letter of the 11th inst. relative to the Pulwood
+  estate, in Chancery, I think that your first step is to ascertain in
+  whose Court the suit is pending. You can discover this by searching
+  at the Record and Writ Clerks' Courts, in Chancery Lane. You must
+  then ascertain by search in Chambers of the Judge to whose Court the
+  suit is attached, to what stage the proceedings have advanced, and,
+  if no certificate has issued finding the heir or heirs, you must
+  make out your pedigree, by searching parish and other registers, old
+  family Bibles, &c., and obtain also all the evidence you possibly
+  can in support of it; but you had better employ a solicitor. I trust
+  you will be successful.
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+  JOSIAH WEBB.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _In reply to a Gentleman asking the Loan of a Book relative to
+  German Spa Waters._
+
+
+  Harrow, May 4th, 187--
+
+  DEAR FRANCIS,
+
+
+  I was heartily glad to hear from you again, as I was beginning to
+  fancy you had forgotten me. So you are thinking of going abroad to
+  try the German waters? I have a very useful book, called "The Baths
+  of Europe," and also a small pamphlet on the "German Waters." I will
+  lend them both to you. There are some others written by English
+  physicians, but I forget their titles at this moment. Any
+  bookseller, however, would supply you with the information; but let
+  me advise you, if you intend trying a course of water-drinking or
+  bathing at the foreign spas, not to select any particular place or
+  bath merely from a description given in a book, however good or
+  reliable it may be, so much depends on individual cases and
+  constitutions. Consult first some physician who has made the foreign
+  baths his particular study.
+
+  Trusting you will derive benefit from the change,
+
+
+  Believe me, yours ever,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Gentleman applying for a Loan on the Insurance of his Life._
+
+
+  Chelsea, S.W., May 14th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Having seen an advertisement in the _Evening Standard_, stating that
+  advances are made by you on life policies at the rate of 5 per cent.
+  per annum, I should feel obliged if you would inform me what amount
+  would be advanced on my life policy. I have insured in the
+  G---- office for nearly eighteen years. The policy is No. 18,723. The
+  annual premium is 50_l._ A reply at your earliest convenience will
+  oblige,
+
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  S. H. BOLT.
+
+  To J. H., Esq.,
+  E. I. Office, Trade Street.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Appointing an Interview relative to a Loan_.
+
+
+  Trade Street, May 16th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  In reply to your note of the 14th, I have to request you will be
+  good enough to favour me with a call to-morrow at about 11 A.M. Will
+  you kindly bring your policy with you, and the last receipt?
+
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  GEORGE SIMMS,
+
+  _Secretary_.
+
+  S. H. Bolt, Esq.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Letter from a Marine Engineer, seeking an eligible Partnership._
+
+
+  Ipswich, March 14, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  From an intimate friend of your family with whom I have spent a few
+  days, I am led to suppose you have some desire to join in a
+  desirable partnership. I beg to inform you that for some years I
+  have been engaged in iron ship-building, and I am prepared to take a
+  partner, active or otherwise. The business in which I am at present
+  engaged is connected with an extensive graving dock, now in
+  formation; attached to which will be marine engine and boiler works,
+  so that we may be able to attend, not only to the lengthening and
+  requisite repairs of the hulls, but be able to uphold and renovate
+  their engines, boilers, &c. &c., a combination which is now
+  specially demanded by the greatly increased employment of steam
+  vessels.
+
+  If you will favour me with a call, I will enter more fully into
+  particulars.
+
+
+  I remain, Sir,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  H. B. C.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Gentleman having visited a Property making an Offer for it._
+
+
+  The Elms, Whitchurch, Feb. 15th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  I am this moment returned from Nantwich, having travelled part of
+  the way last night from B----. The house there did not quite satisfy
+  me, but if the trustees of the late owner will do what is required,
+  the place may be made suitable. I looked over the house, grounds,
+  and furniture, and my chief objection is to the want of finish about
+  the grounds. With the house itself I am quite satisfied, and the
+  furnishing of the ground floor requires no special remark; but the
+  bedrooms appear rather defective. Some rooms I could not see, on
+  account of the indisposition of the present tenant. On the whole my
+  notion of the value is about £-- per annum, which, if entertained, I
+  should be disposed to give, supposing the trustees will do all I
+  require.
+
+  I should prefer renting the house for a twelvemonth's occupancy,
+  with option to make it five years. I shall be in London next week,
+  and will fix a day for calling on you if you think it likely we may
+  come to terms. I of course assume that the house would be fully
+  furnished in every respect, excepting plate and linen. I should wish
+  some inexpensive matters done to the grounds which I will explain if
+  we meet. Should you wish any further references I shall be happy to
+  furnish you with them.
+
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+  A. B. H.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to a Gentleman who has been treating for a House._
+
+
+  Westwood, February 16th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  I am glad to find by your letter of yesterday's date that you like
+  the house. I only wish you could have seen it when I occupied it
+  myself--there would have been no cause of complaint as to the
+  out-door appearance then. I shall be very glad indeed to see you in
+  London on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday next (on Thursday I go
+  Axminster), but should those days be inconvenient, pray name your
+  own. I think it likely we may come to terms. Strange to say, I had
+  an application from Mrs. Eglamon's solicitor yesterday, asking
+  permission for her to remain a few months longer. I shall not reply
+  until I have seen you.
+
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+  H. ----.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Young Man who has taken his late Employer's Business, to an
+  old Customer._
+
+
+  Romsey, July 4th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I doubt not that you have heard of the death of my late employer. I
+  have managed his business during the whole of his illness, and as
+  his widow declines to carry it on, I have taken the shop and
+  stock-in-trade, and shall be glad to keep up the connexion with you.
+  I have sent the enclosed bills, which are due, and you may depend on
+  punctuality and attention if you honour me with your orders.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Yours respectfully,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _To a Young Man, relative to his late Employer's Business, which he
+  proposes to carry on._
+
+
+  Portsmouth, July 7th, 187-
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I received yours of the 4th inst., and am extremely sorry to hear of
+  the death of my old friend, your late employer, but at the same time
+  very much pleased to find that his business has fallen into such
+  good hands as yours. You have double advantages over a stranger, as
+  you are well acquainted with your late employer's trade and
+  customers, which, by his transactions with me, appear to be very
+  extensive. I have sent your order in ten bales marked D.P., by the
+  8.40 train, and you will find them as good as your best customers
+  can desire. I am very glad you wish to keep up the old connexion.
+  Wishing you every success,
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  JOHN BACON.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Young Tradesman, asking Advice in Difficulties._
+
+
+  Commercial Road, June 12th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  I am encouraged by my knowledge of your kindness to ask your advice
+  with regard to the difficulties which at present surround me.
+
+  On commencing business, about four years since, everything looked
+  bright and prosperous, but the pressure put upon me now, in
+  consequence of the many bankruptcies that have lately taken place,
+  has brought me to the very brink of misery and ruin. I see no
+  prospect before me but to compound with my creditors, and _that_ I
+  would by any possibility avoid. Knowing the interest you have always
+  taken in me, and being well aware that your advice and assistance
+  are most valuable, I now venture to apply to you. I have dreaded to
+  do so, as it appeared to me that I was, as it were, imposing upon
+  your too compassionate heart. However, now, dear sir, you know the
+  whole of my circumstances, and exactly the position in which I find
+  myself, through no fault of my own. I shall anxiously await your
+  reply. With many thanks for past undeserved kindness,
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Dear Sir,
+
+  Yours most respectfully,
+
+  H. S. F.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to Young Tradesman's Letter, relative to Difficulties._
+
+
+  St. Mary Axe, London, June 19th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  Having admired you for your upright dealings ever since you
+  commenced business, I am sorry to hear of your present difficulties.
+  There are but two courses open to you--bankruptcy or composition.
+  Compound with your creditors, as the best and only means of showing
+  your honesty of purpose, and also because it will save them the
+  expenses caused by bankruptcy. I will do all in my power to arrange
+  matters for you. My own claim I will not at present press, and very
+  possibly when everything is settled you may find yourself in a much
+  less distressing position than you at present imagine. Let me see
+  you as soon as you can. Keep nothing back from me.
+
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+  H. T. G.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Man with a small Capital intending to go into Business,
+  asking for Advice._
+
+
+  Penge, April 5th, 187--
+
+  DEAR MR. MATTHEWS,
+
+
+  Having within the last few weeks received a very handsome legacy, I
+  am thinking of endeavouring to increase it by going into business.
+  For some years, you are aware, I was with Messrs. Piper and Co., and
+  I imagine I might derive benefit from their connexion. I am well
+  convinced, from your practical knowledge, you will give me such
+  information as will prevent my getting into difficulties. I presume
+  I must be cautious, in starting in business, not to sink too much of
+  my funds in a large stock at first, as there may be a doubt that the
+  return would not be sufficiently speedy to cover my outlay, and
+  consequently I should be obliged to draw upon my capital for
+  household expenses. There is another point on which I wish your
+  advice, and that is as to the locality in which I should take a
+  business. Do you recommend a new neighbourhood, or not? Will you
+  also give me some hints as to the sort of connexion I should
+  endeavour to obtain? and doubtless you will oblige me in giving me a
+  few general directions as to the best mode of succeeding in my
+  undertaking.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Dear Sir,
+
+  Yours respectfully,
+
+  D. T----.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to Young Man intending to go into Business._
+
+
+  Tarnham, May 4th, 187--
+
+  DEAR MR. THOMAS,
+
+
+  I was glad to receive your letter, and glad to find you have
+  confided in your father's old friend for advice, under the
+  circumstance of your starting in business. You do not tell me the
+  amount of your capital; but whether large or small, the same rule
+  should be adopted;--you must be very careful in the matter of
+  investing your money, for without great precaution and judgment you
+  may be a considerable loser. Do not lay in too large a stock. Should
+  trade prove slack, the rent and taxes of your premises must be paid;
+  the stock lies idle and deteriorates in value; and when once you dip
+  into your capital there will be little prospect of your recovering
+  yourself again.
+
+  With regard to a locality, you must be guided very much by the
+  number of the inhabitants, the nature of the neighbourhood, the
+  requirements and the customs of the resident population; and if
+  possible you should ascertain whether there is any one in the same
+  business who may already have obtained the best connexion. Many
+  small capitalists, in going into a new neighbourhood, have been
+  bitterly disappointed in their expectations of making a good
+  connexion. It is really a fact, that the first shops established in
+  a new place generally fail. Should your neighbourhood be a poor one,
+  guard against laying in a supply of luxuries. Necessaries will be
+  certain to sell. Being agent to one of the large wine firms that
+  supply grocers is a great advantage, as many a customer coming for
+  wine is induced to purchase another article. There is one thing
+  necessary to success in business, and that is civility, an amount
+  of which in stock will cost nothing. And by treating all your
+  customers, rich and poor, with due deference but not servility, you
+  will find your custom very much increase. Let your customers see
+  that it is a pleasure for you to oblige, and that it is not done
+  with a view only of selfish greed or gain. Should you require advice
+  at any future time, I shall be very glad indeed to give you any
+  information you may require.
+
+  I will close my letter with one more word of counsel, which is
+  this--do not get into debt. Wishing you every success,
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Your sincere friend,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Merchant abroad to his Brother, forwarding Goods for Sale,
+  and requesting others._
+
+
+  Leghorn, May 4th, 187--
+
+  DEAR FRED,
+
+
+  According to promise by last mail, I send you by first steamer
+  twelve bales of raw silk, marked R. N. I need not tell you to
+  dispose of them to the best advantage; they are in first-rate
+  condition, warranted good; I examined each bale myself before
+  shipping. I enclose an order for several different articles of
+  British manufacture, to be sent at an early date; let them be as
+  good and as _cheap_ as you can possibly procure. That class of goods
+  is in great demand at present.
+
+
+  Your affectionate brother,
+
+  J. T.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Brother answering his Brother or Friend, relative to receipt of
+  Goods._
+
+
+  London, May 16th, 187--
+
+  DEAR JOHN,
+
+
+  Yours of the 4th was duly received, and the goods therein mentioned
+  have since been delivered at the Custom-house. I immediately
+  advertised them for sale in twelve different lots, but they were all
+  bought up by one of the principal manufacturers in Spitalfields for
+  a good sum, which I have lodged in the bank to your credit. I
+  forwarded last week, by the _Orion_, the different articles you
+  ordered. There are twenty bales, marked "A. X." I am told, by judges
+  in the trade, that they are the best and cheapest that can be had. I
+  shall be glad to hear they have realized your expectations.
+
+
+  Your affectionate brother,
+
+  FRED.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Gentleman in the Corn Trade to another._
+
+
+  Petersfield, January 31st, 187--
+
+  DEAR ----,
+
+
+  We had a tolerable supply of wheat at market to-day; there was
+  rather a limited attendance, however, and business on the whole
+  proceeded slowly. Most of the samples exhibited were in poor
+  condition; and this, coupled with the sluggish demand, caused prices
+  to give way from one to two shillings per quarter. Foreign wheat had
+  but a dull inquiry. In the flour market there was a moderate
+  consumptive business done, at about late terms; best descriptions of
+  malting and grinding barleys were held for rather higher terms,
+  with a quiet demand. I shall be in your neighbourhood on Sunday, and
+  will give you a call.
+
+
+  Yours very truly,
+
+  J----N D----R.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Friend at Bradford to his Friend in London, on Business
+  (Wool)._
+
+
+  Bradford, January 17th, 187--
+
+  DEAR ----,
+
+
+  We are looking up, as there is a very good tone prevailing in the
+  wool market, and a very fair amount of business has been done during
+  the past week. The late advancing rates, consequent upon the high
+  prices of country dealers, tend to check operations, which are quite
+  of a consumptive character. Very good wethers continue in demand.
+  Hogs are rather more in favour. Skin wool is also in fair request;
+  pieces are very stiff. Hughes' sale the other day fully sustained
+  the tendency of the market, both as respects demands and quotations.
+  I will not lose an opportunity, believe me.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Yours sincerely,
+
+  JAMES BOLTON.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Shopkeeper in the Country, to a Wholesale Dealer._
+
+
+  Cefnmawr, October 1st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I was very sorry, on the last receipt of a parcel forwarded by you,
+  to be obliged to find fault with some of the goods, which were not
+  at all up to sample that was sent about two months since. You
+  assured me, at the same time, that in future there should be no
+  cause for complaint. Since then I have received my last order, and
+  there is, if possible, a greater inferiority in some of the articles
+  than on the previous occasion. I do not, believe me, complain
+  without cause; my customers are disposed, I fear, to leave me, not
+  being satisfied with the quality of the articles I sell. If you will
+  make some reduction in price, I will retain those I have now;
+  otherwise, however unwilling I may be to do so, I must return them.
+  Awaiting an early reply,
+
+
+  I remain, Sir,
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+  H. N----.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Wholesale Dealer, to Tradesman in the Country._
+
+
+  London, October 4th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  We were sorry to find, on receipt of yours of the -- inst., that you
+  had occasion again to find fault with the goods lately furnished.
+  Some parcels forwarded to you were done so by inadvertence. We
+  should be sorry to lose your custom, and also grieved to hear you
+  had suffered any pecuniary loss. We are perfectly willing to agree
+  to such a reduction in price as you, in your integrity, think fairly
+  just.
+
+
+  We remain,
+
+  Sir,
+
+  Yours obediently,
+
+  A. O----.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _To a Theatrical Manager._
+
+
+  Shoreham, September, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Having seen in the _Era_ of last week that your theatre opens in a
+  fortnight, and that a "General Utility Man" and "First Walking Lady"
+  are wanted, I beg to offer the services of Mrs. A. and myself. We
+  have filled the same places in many theatres (our last engagement
+  was in the North). We have also been very frequently employed in
+  arranging and conducting amateur performances. I trust to hear in a
+  few days, as I leave this next week.
+
+
+  I remain, Sir,
+
+  Your obedient servant,
+
+  H. ADAIR.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a House and Estate Agent, acknowledging receipt of a
+  Communication relative to Sale or Letting of a Property._
+
+
+  84, Crane Street, London, Nov. 14th, 187--
+
+  MADAM,
+
+
+  I am obliged by your favour of yesterday's date, notifying that
+  Treverne House will be vacant next month. I am sorry to say, things
+  remain very bad here, and I find few purchasers at high prices. See
+  my last letter respecting the offer made by Mr. Townsend. I gave you
+  information about selling prices, and I do not see much improvement
+  in the ideas of buyers at present. By the way, there is a small
+  account of 4_l._ outstanding against you on my books, which
+  doubtless you have overlooked. Will you kindly remit it? and please
+  say if I am to take any step beyond placing Treverne House on my
+  list, to sell or let.
+
+
+  I remain, Madam,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  THOMAS OLIVER.
+
+  Mrs. A. Morgan,
+  18, St. George's Road, Hanover Square.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Gentleman to a Friend, relative to a Bill._
+
+
+  Tangel Lane, May 25th, 187--
+
+  DEAR ROBSON,
+
+
+  I had a note from Mr. B---- this morning relative to our bill for
+  50_l._ I am very anxious about the matter. Will you call to-morrow,
+  and bring as much money as you can collect? I am afraid he is
+  inclined to be very disagreeable. I will do all I can.
+
+
+  Yours ever,
+
+  J. F. T.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to Question as to Rent of, and permission to View, a House._
+
+
+  Wandsworth, May 5th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  As we are about to go abroad, we wish to let our house quickly, and
+  for this purpose have consented to reduce our terms from ---- guineas
+  to ---- guineas, furnished. We are quite convinced this is a very
+  cheap rental for the style and accommodation of the place, which we
+  think you will be pleased with, if you will favour it with a visit.
+  The scenery is beautiful; the parish church is close at hand, as
+  also the station; the neighbourhood is excellent. There is a good
+  market town within easy reach. Trusting to hear from you shortly,
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  H---- H----.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From the Secretary of a Convalescent Hospital, applying for
+  Expenses of Patients._
+
+
+  Denbigh, July 20th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I am directed by the committee of management to request you will
+  remit the sum due for the maintenance of the sick people introduced
+  by you during the last quarter. The amount due, I believe, was
+  furnished you by the house surgeon a week or two since.
+
+
+  I remain, Sir,
+
+  Your obedient servant,
+
+  H---- H---- I----.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Gentleman, enclosing a Certificate of Illness from a Medical
+  Man, excusing himself from attending at his Office._
+
+
+  Brompton, May 28th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  I enclose, as you wish, a certificate from Dr. R. P----, who has
+  been attending me for the last few weeks. I hope most sincerely I
+  shall be able to resume my duties about the middle of the week,
+  particularly if I go on improving as I have done the last few days.
+
+  I trust you will tender my best thanks to all for their forbearance
+  and assistance during my illness.
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours very truly,
+
+  H. B. H.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Medical Attendant's Certificate._
+
+
+  Brompton, May 28th, 187--
+
+
+  I beg to certify that Mr. J. W---- is unable to attend to his
+  duties. For some weeks past he has suffered greatly, but I think in
+  a week or ten days he will be in a position to resume his post.
+
+
+  B---- O----, M.D.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to an Advertisement for the Appointment of Medical Officer to
+  an Union Division._
+
+
+  Bromley, May 14th, 187--
+
+  GENTLEMEN,
+
+
+  Herewith I enclose my testimonials, with an application for the
+  appointment of Medical Officer to the Upton Division of your parish.
+  I am duly qualified, as a reference to the "Medical Register" will
+  show. Should you be pleased to elect me to the vacant post, I can
+  assure you that no pains on my part shall be wanting to alleviate
+  the sufferings of the poor, with due regard to the interests of the
+  ratepayers.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Gentlemen,
+
+  Your obedient Servant,
+
+  P---- A----.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _To a Gentleman in reply as to an Agency for a Bordeaux Firm._
+
+
+  Strand, London, March 6th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I have received your letter of the 4th inst. If you feel confident
+  that you are in a position to do a good and safe private trade for
+  my firm I shall be pleased to hear from you with regard to
+  references, &c. The commission we allow to our agents is 15 per
+  cent., the cheapest qualities excepted, on which we allow only 10
+  per cent. commission. Letters for me to be addressed "Care of
+  Messrs. F----t and F----k, Strand, London." I shall be returning to
+  Bordeaux shortly, and await your early reply
+
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+  JAMES MORTINE.
+
+  _One of the Firm of Mortine & Co._
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Letter urging Payment of a Debt._
+
+
+  Doncaster, April 10th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I have made several applications to you for the settlement of your
+  account, now a long time over due. Our clerk has frequently called
+  for it, but has not been fortunate enough to have an interview with
+  you. I have a very large amount to make up by the end of this month,
+  and must beg of you to give attention to it before that time. You
+  must be aware that the account has already run far beyond my usual
+  term of credit. Awaiting an early settlement,
+
+
+  I am, Sir,
+
+  Your obedient Servant,
+
+  H. H. C.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Tenant to a Landlord, requesting Time to Pay Rent._
+
+
+  14, Steel Street, January 21st, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  From most unexpected and distressing circumstances, of which perhaps
+  you may, by report, have become acquainted before this, I regret
+  that I have been unable to pay my rent for the past half-year. But
+  as up to this time the payment has always been punctually made, I
+  hope I may request your kind forbearance a short time longer.
+  Trusting that you will accede to my request,
+
+
+  I am, dear Sir,
+
+  Yours respectfully,
+
+  ADAM JONES.
+
+  C. Douglas, Esq.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Answer from a Landlord in reply to a Tenant, relative to
+  Non-payment of Rent._
+
+
+  Lansdowne Place, April 14th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  As you assume, I have heard reports of your distressing
+  disappointments. I think you have known me long enough to be sure I
+  would not willingly distress any one, more especially a tenant who
+  up to this time has been so punctual in his payments. When you can
+  conveniently pay the last half-year's rent, do so; I shall not--rest
+  assured--make any demand upon you for it. Trusting that your
+  difficulties will soon be satisfactorily arranged,
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  JOHN SAVAGE.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply from Landlord to a Tenant, relative to Non-payment of Rent._
+
+
+  Hood's Place, Waverton, January 21st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I regret to hear of the difficulties and disappointments which you
+  tell me in your letter of the 19th inst. you are at present
+  experiencing. Were it in my power to grant you time to pay the rent
+  now overdue, I would most willingly do so; but I have heavy and
+  serious calls upon me at this moment, and must therefore request you
+  to forward me the amount by return of post.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Sir,
+
+  Yours obediently,
+
+  JAMES GOODCHILD.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Sugar Refiner applying for a Situation._
+
+
+  Shoreditch, July 19th, 187--
+
+  GENTLEMEN,
+
+
+  Being out of employment at present, and hearing you required a
+  sober, steady, active, and pushing man to superintend your business
+  upstairs, I write to inform you that for years I was head upstairs
+  man at Messrs. ---- and Co. You will see by the enclosed copy of a
+  testimonial from them that the duties of filling out the goods up to
+  the stoving, were carried out in such a manner as to convince them I
+  thoroughly understood the business. A reply at your convenience will
+  much oblige,
+
+
+  Yours respectfully,
+
+  O. ----
+
+  Messrs. Sweet and Sharp.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _An Application for an Appointment on a Railway._
+
+
+  Chatham, January 1st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Having received my discharge from the army after completing ten
+  years' service, and being desirous of obtaining employment as a
+  porter on a railway, I take the liberty of enclosing a copy of my
+  discharge to you, understanding you have great influence in the
+  appointment of the Company's servants. I have never filled such an
+  appointment before, but I lived as footman for some years with a
+  gentleman whose testimony as to character I also enclose. I trust
+  you will favourably consider my case. Should my application prove
+  successful I will always endeavour, by diligent discharge of my
+  duty, to show my sense of your kindness.
+
+
+  I remain, Sir,
+
+  Your most obedient Servant,
+
+  JAMES MAURICE.
+
+  Samuel Stevens, Esq.,
+
+  Secretary Tavistock Railway.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to a Gentleman requiring a Situation as a Clerk and Foreign
+  Correspondent._
+
+
+  Austin Friars, July 14th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  I am glad to be able to offer you the position you sought. Your
+  testimonials are excellent. Although you had many competitors, your
+  knowledge of languages (more especially German) had great weight,
+  and we have decided to appoint you. The gentleman who has held the
+  appointment up to this time is, I find, residing in your
+  neighbourhood. He may be known to you; if so, he would I dare say
+  tell you we are extremely particular as to punctuality. You can
+  commence your duties on Monday next.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Dear Sir,
+
+  Yours obediently,
+
+  J. JONES.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Applying for a Clerkship._
+
+
+  GENTLEMEN,
+
+
+  Being desirous of obtaining a clerkship, and seeing by advertisement
+  that your firm is in want of a confidential clerk, I beg to offer
+  myself as a candidate for the situation. I held a similar
+  appointment for some years with Messrs. Turine and Medei of San
+  Paulo. I can write, speak fluently, interpret, and translate French,
+  Spanish, and German.
+
+  I enclose copies of my testimonials. Should you be pleased to
+  appoint me, no exertion on my part shall be wanting to give you
+  satisfaction.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Gentlemen,
+
+  Your obedient servant,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Reply to an Advertisement for an Appointment as Secretary to an
+  Institution._
+
+
+  London, May 31st, 187--
+
+  "_Wanted immediately, a Secretary._"
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  With reference to the above advertisement I beg to enclose copies of
+  testimonials, received within the last few months, by which you
+  will see my capability for management. My friends, you will observe,
+  are gentlemen of position and influence, with whom I am and have
+  been for years on terms of the greatest intimacy. I need not say
+  that, should I obtain the appointment in question, my interest with
+  them and many other very influential friends should be exerted to
+  the utmost of my power to promote in every way the interests of the
+  Institution.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Sir,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  H. V. Y.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Applying to a Friend for a Recommendation by a Young Man desirous
+  of obtaining an Appointment._
+
+
+  Chelsea, May 14th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  As you have known me for very many years, and as I am at present
+  endeavouring to obtain an appointment with Messrs. L----g and
+  L----g, may I take the liberty of asking you to give me a
+  recommendation to them? You know that I have always borne an upright
+  and unblemished character, and that while under your superintendence
+  I was always attentive to my duties, and I believe that I obtained
+  your confidence. Trusting you will comply with my request,
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Dear Sir,
+
+  Yours respectfully,
+
+  H. P. K.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _An Application for a Situation in the Police._
+
+
+  Sevenoaks, February 12th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Having served with you for seven years in the --th Foot, during
+  which time I was employed in situations of trust, and hearing now
+  that you have great influence with the Commissioners of the Police
+  Force of the City of London, may I take the liberty of asking you to
+  assist me in obtaining an appointment in the Force? I am
+  twenty-eight years of age, five feet ten inches in height, strong
+  and healthy, and carried away many prizes at our regimental games.
+
+
+  I remain, Sir,
+
+  Yours most respectfully,
+
+  H. J. I.,
+
+  Late Sergeant 199th Foot.
+
+  Colonel ----, Belgrave Square.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Person desirous of Employment as a Manager of a Wholesale or
+  Retail Business._
+
+
+  Shepherd's Bush, April 5th, 187--
+
+  GENTLEMEN,
+
+
+  I beg to forward a strong recommendation from Messrs. C---- and
+  G---- for the post of manager of your [retail or wholesale] business.
+  For some years previous to the late war I was employed by Messrs.
+  ---- and ----, and was selected by their French correspondents to
+  manage a branch establishment at B----, which is now progressing
+  most satisfactorily. I am a good correspondent in French and Italian
+  and German, and understand the business well in all its branches.
+
+  Trusting that you will favourably consider my friend's
+  recommendation,
+
+
+  I remain, Gentlemen,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to an Application relating to an Advertisement._
+
+
+  420, Princes Street, London.
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  In reply to yours respecting the advertisement in yesterday's
+  _Times_, the appointment referred to was to fill up a vacancy in the
+  Board of an established Brewery Company, "limited," and one which
+  has the prospect of more than ordinary success. All the parties
+  connected with it are of the highest respectability. ---- pounds are
+  required to be invested in paid-up shares, and the remuneration of a
+  director would probably be £---- per annum. There is one appointment
+  also connected with this, worth £---- per annum; but the individual
+  who takes this is expected to introduce £---- on share or loan
+  capital. Should this be likely to suit you, please make an
+  appointment for an early interview.
+
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Book-keeper and Accountant applying for Employment._
+
+
+  Hampton, February 1st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  My late employer, Mr. ----, having relinquished business, and
+  hearing that you required a book-keeper, I venture to apply for the
+  situation. For many years I have had great business experience,
+  having been entrusted with matters of great responsibility. I am a
+  good accountant, and can speak and write German, French, and Italian
+  fluently. Soliciting the favour of a reply,
+
+
+  I remain, Sir,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Application for Employment in an Auctioneer's and Estate Agent's
+  Office._
+
+
+  Swansea, July 1st, 187--
+
+  GENTLEMEN,
+
+
+  Having lately been engaged in the office of S---- and Co.,
+  auctioneers and surveyors in B----, and wishing to remove to London,
+  where I have some very influential friends, I write to ascertain if
+  you have a vacancy in your office. The whole control of the business
+  here was left in my hands. I am an experienced surveyor, and can
+  prepare particulars of sale, plans, reports, catalogues,
+  advertisements, &c.; and am able to conduct the routine of business,
+  both in and out of doors. I can refer you to persons in the City
+  should you favour me with a reply.
+
+
+  I remain, Sir,
+
+  Yours respectfully,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Person desirous of entering into Partnership in a Lucrative
+  Profession._
+
+
+  Ladbroke Terrace, May 1st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Having seen that Mr. B---- has retired from your firm, I beg to
+  introduce to your notice a friend of mine, who wishes to invest
+  about 2000_l._ in a lucrative business. I have pointed out to him
+  what a well established house yours is, and how the business could
+  be readily increased by the assistance of an energetic partner. He
+  is a man of education, has a great turn for business, and has
+  travelled abroad. He is about thirty years of age, and can give you
+  the most unexceptionable references. If you can call on me I will
+  introduce him to you.
+
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _An Estate Agent, relative to a House of which his Client is anxious
+  to Dispose._
+
+
+  Salisbury, February 14th, 187--
+
+  _Re Woodside._
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  We have been expecting to hear from you _re_ the above, giving us
+  instructions as to whether we shall put it up in the Mart this
+  spring or not. If it is still your intention to do so, may we ask
+  that you will kindly let us know at once, as we will then
+  immediately get our bills out, and have them posted about, as this
+  is generally requisite a month or two before the sale, so as to have
+  it well advertised.
+
+  If you would kindly favour us with a call, we shall be glad to
+  confer with you upon the subject.
+
+  We may mention we are expecting to have several other estates for
+  sale by auction in the spring.
+
+  An early call or reply would greatly oblige,
+
+
+  Your most obedient servant,
+
+  H. & Co.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From an Agent who has been engaged in endeavouring to arrange a
+  matter of importance, applying for Remuneration._
+
+
+  189, Trafalgar Square, September 14th, 187--
+
+  DEAR MADAM,
+
+
+  You will of course have observed, by the announcement in the
+  newspapers of this day's date, that the business we have been so
+  anxious about is settled. I do not wish to enlarge on my own humble
+  services in the cause; but I am sure you will admit that if a
+  professional gentleman had been employed, the advice and services I
+  have rendered during the last few years would have been made into a
+  very lengthy bill, far exceeding the amount you promised me,
+  whatever the issue of the negotiations might be. I am well assured
+  that I am in good hands, however, and had I been called upon to
+  render ten times the required services and advice, you would have
+  found me as ready and willing as I have been. Your kind favour of
+  the --ult., enclosing cheque, was duly received. I need not say how
+  glad I shall be to hear again from you at your earliest convenience.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Dear Madam,
+
+  Yours very faithfully,
+
+  ERASMUS JACKSON.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Letter from a Traveller at Manchester, to his Employers in London._
+
+
+  Manchester, January 18th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIRS,
+
+
+  During the week very little change has taken place in prices quoted
+  in my last. Cotton was a shade better on Monday, which caused
+  sellers of yarn and cloth in this market to ask rather more in some
+  instances; but the improvement was quite evanescent. The market,
+  however, has continued steady. Some buyers have made attempts to
+  operate at rather lower prices, and offers have been freely made at
+  1/8_d._ to 1/4_d._ per lb. for yarns, but the offers have only been
+  made in exceptional cases. For goods of all descriptions,
+  notwithstanding some discouraging accounts from abroad, very
+  considerable contracts for distant delivery in point of time could
+  have been secured by making a very slight concession.
+
+  Madapollams, jaconets, and mulls are not in active request, but
+  maintain last week's values. Printers T cloths and domestics meet
+  with a fair consumptive demand, and orders can only be placed at the
+  prices of Tuesday. Large importations of cotton, and lower prices,
+  are causing buyers to operate cautiously, both in yarn and cloth. I
+  leave this to-morrow for MacClesfield.
+
+
+  I remain, Gentlemen,
+
+  Yours obediently,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Relative to an Advertisement, requesting a copy._
+
+
+  Wareham, June 15th, 187-
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  I have the pleasure of forwarding you, on the fly-leaf, a copy of
+  the order for the advertisement. We trust it was in conformity with
+  your wishes.
+
+
+  Yours respectfully,
+
+  H. M. B----.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Application for a Debt some time owing_.
+
+
+  Windsor Buildings, May 14th, 187-
+
+  MADAM,
+
+
+  Mr. W. C. Durnford has placed his book debts in my hands to collect,
+  and I shall be obliged by the payment of 1_l._ 18_s._ 6_d._, for
+  which I find you are his debtor.
+
+
+  I am, Madam,
+
+  Your obedient servant,
+
+  J. I----.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Application for an outstanding Account._
+
+
+  London, May 4th, 187--
+
+  Mrs. ----,
+
+  MADAM,
+
+
+  We beg to inform you that we are instructed by Messrs. B----n and
+  C----n, of Duncan Street, who are desirous of clearing off several
+  outstanding accounts which are considerably overdue, to make
+  application to you for payment of an amount of £-- 18_s._ 4_d._ for
+  articles supplied in July, 1868, and January, 1869; and to
+  facilitate the next balancing of books, we ask you to kindly make it
+  convenient to favour us with a cheque for the amount before the 30th
+  inst.
+
+
+  We are, Madam,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  H. F. & Co.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Applying for an Account, and furnishing particulars._
+
+
+  Streatham, June 13th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  On the other side I hand you particulars of Mrs. Soames' account,
+  for which please send me cheque.
+
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+  W. W.
+  _pro_ P. F. C.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Gentleman's Servant, applying for a Situation._
+
+
+  Praetland Terrace, March 1st, 187--
+
+  "_Valet Wanted._"
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  In reply to an advertisement in yesterday's _Daily Telegraph_,
+  headed as above, I beg to offer myself for the situation.
+
+  For six years and a half I lived with the late General Aslett in
+  that capacity; on his death the establishment was reduced, and I
+  received my dismissal.
+
+  I enclose a copy of my character from my previous masters, and also
+  one from the proprietor of the Great Northern Hotel, who has known
+  me for many years. I am unmarried, 5ft. 10in. in height, and
+  twenty-eight years of age.
+
+
+  I remain, Sir,
+
+  Your most obedient humble servant,
+
+  JAMES FIELD.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Coachman, requiring a place._
+
+
+  Croydon, October 2nd.
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Having heard that you are in want of a coachman, I respectfully beg
+  to offer myself for the situation.
+
+  I have lived in my last place with J. G----, Esq., who will, I am
+  sure give me a good character.
+
+
+  I remain, Sir,
+
+  Your obedient servant,
+
+  JOHN JAMES.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply._
+
+
+  Beech Park, October 4th.
+
+  JOHN JAMES,
+
+
+  I have received your application for my coachman's place, and should
+  be glad to know of how many horses you had the care at Mr. ----'s;
+  whether you had a groom under you; and if you can drive in London as
+  well as in the country.
+
+  Let me know also if you are a married man, and, if so, whether you
+  have a family.
+
+
+  ROBERT BRUCE.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Coachman's Reply._
+
+
+  Croydon, October 6th.
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I had the care of three horses at Mr. ----, and he allowed me
+  assistance in the stable.
+
+  I am a married man and have five children. I have been used to drive
+  in London during the season. If you should be pleased to engage me,
+  I shall endeavour to do my best to serve you.
+
+
+  I am, Sir,
+
+  Your obedient servant,
+
+  JOHN JAMES.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Applying for a Situation as a Gardener._
+
+
+  Snowdrop Cottage, June 1st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Understanding that there will be a vacancy shortly in your
+  establishment for a gardener, I respectfully beg to offer myself for
+  the place. From boyhood I have been under the best of gardeners. I
+  served my apprenticeship with, and have been from time to time
+  improving myself under the direction of one of the most experienced
+  landscape gardeners employed in the Crystal Palace Gardens. I
+  enclose you a copy of the opinion formed of my capabilities by those
+  under whom I placed myself, and assure you my whole time and study
+  shall be devoted to your service.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Yours obediently,
+
+  E. GARDNER.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Gentleman ordering a Set of Harness from a Saddler._
+
+
+  Edisbury Place, February 4th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I send my coachman to consult with you as to the style and quality
+  of a new set of double harness, which I shall shortly require. My
+  own idea is that harness cannot be too light looking. I have also a
+  great objection to a large amount of plating. My coachman will tell
+  you the size of the horses; and please let me know by him the very
+  lowest price.
+
+
+  Yours obediently,
+
+  JAMES HEATON.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Saddler, in reply._
+
+
+  3, Tanning Road, February 1st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Many thanks for your esteemed communication. From the description
+  given by your coachman of the double harness required, I think I can
+  supply you to your satisfaction for the sum of 24_l._, and
+  everything will be of the best quality. Trusting that you will be
+  satisfied with the quality and character of the goods,
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Sir,
+
+  Your humble obedient servant,
+
+  JOSEPH TANNER.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Gentleman in reply, objecting to Price._
+
+
+  Edisbury Place, February, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  On my return I was much surprised to find that your prices were so
+  very much above the sum I proposed to expend for a set of double
+  harness: however, I will consider the matter. A friend of mine who
+  lately ordered a set of harness much the same as that which my
+  coachman described to you, assures me that the charge for it was
+  between 5_l._ and 6_l._ less. I will see you on the subject on my
+  return from Rome.
+
+
+  Yours obediently,
+
+  JAMES HEATON.
+
+  Mr. ----
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Saddler, in reply._
+
+
+  3, Tanning Road, February 1st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  As I am sorry at any time to lose custom, I take the liberty of
+  requesting you to defer your decision until your return, and if you
+  will then favour me with a call I think I can show you sets of
+  harness at a price that you will find moderate. I enclose you a
+  letter which I have received from a coachman, from which you will be
+  able to judge for yourself of the pressure put upon us by servants.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Sir,
+
+  Yours respectfully,
+
+  JOSEPH TANNER.
+
+  James Heaton, Esq.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Requesting the Renewal of a Bill._
+
+
+  Tipnor, February 4th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIRS,
+
+
+  Having had great difficulty in collecting my accounts during the
+  last half year (although I have strict assurances that they will
+  all, or nearly all, be settled by the end of this month), I find I
+  am unable to meet in full my acceptance to you for 150_l._ 14_s._
+  2_d._ Would you oblige me by holding it to the end of this month? I
+  shall then be prepared to meet the same. An early reply will oblige,
+
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+  Messrs. Farren, Johnson, and Styles.
+
+
+
+
+  COMMERCIAL FORMS.
+
+
+  _Form of Cheque to "Bearer."_
+
+
+  London, Dec. 8th, 18--
+
+  To the London Joint-Stock Bank, Chancery Lane Branch.
+
+
+  Pay to ---- or bearer, One Hundred pounds.
+
+
+  £100.     T. ROBINSON.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of Cheque to "Order."_
+
+
+  London, Dec. 8th, 18--
+
+  To the London Joint-Stock Bank, Chancery Lane Branch.
+
+
+  Pay to ---- or order, One Hundred pounds.
+
+
+  £100. T. ROBINSON.
+
+
+  This form will require, previous to payment, the endorsement of the
+  party to whom it is made payable.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of an Ordinary Bill of Exchange._
+
+
+  London, May 1st, 18--
+
+  £100.
+
+
+  Three Months after date, pay to me or my order One Hundred pounds.
+  Value received.
+
+
+  T. ROBINSON.
+
+  To Mr. Henry Jones, Liverpool.
+
+
+  To make this a negotiable document, it has to be accepted by being
+  signed across the face by the party on whom it is drawn, and
+  endorsed on the back by the drawer.
+
+  This admits of the following change, according to circumstances:
+  instead of "three months after date," it may be "at sight," or at
+  such a time "after sight," or at such a specified time, or "on
+  demand;" and the instruction to pay may be "to A. B. or order."
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of a Promissory Note._
+
+
+  £100. London, July 1st, 18--
+
+
+  Three Months after date, I promise to pay to Mr. Henry Jones, or
+  order, One Hundred pounds, for value received.
+
+
+  T. ROBINSON.
+
+  Payable at The London Joint-Stock Bank, Chancery Lane Branch.
+
+
+  To make this a negotiable document, it has to be endorsed by being
+  signed across the back by the party to whom it is made payable.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of a Foreign Bill of Exchange._
+
+
+  £100. Paris, June 1st, 18--
+
+
+  Sixty days after sight of this First of Exchange (Second and Third
+  unpaid) pay to the order of Messrs. Jones and Robinson, One Hundred
+  pounds sterling, value received; and charge to account, with or
+  without advice of
+
+
+  WILLIAM SMITH.
+
+  To Mr. Thomas Kelley, Manchester. Payable in London.
+
+
+  The naming of the payee admits of the same variations as are
+  exhibited in an ordinary Bill of Exchange. The time of payment may
+  be, in like manner, variously expressed. The term "usance" is
+  sometimes employed to express the period of running in foreign
+  bills. It means a certain time fixed by custom as between any two
+  places, and the period covered by a usance will therefore depend on
+  the places of drawing and payment.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of Ordinary Receipt._
+
+
+  London, May 2nd, 18--
+
+
+  Received of Mr. John Frost, Twenty-nine pounds twelve shillings and
+  sixpence.
+
+
+  £29 12_s._ 6_d._ C. CUTHBERT.
+
+
+  N.B.--All receipts for sums of Two pounds and upwards require to
+  have a receipt stamp affixed to them, which stamp should be
+  cancelled by being written across. The penalty for evading this law
+  is 50_l._
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of Receipt for Rent._
+
+
+  London, August 18th, 18--
+
+
+  Received of A. Wigram, Esq., Fifteen pounds, being one quarter's
+  rent due on Midsummer Day last, for the premises occupied by him at
+  No. 14, South Rupert Street, W.C.
+
+
+  £15 0_s._ 0_d._       T. PHILLIPS.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of Agreement for Taking a House._
+
+  Memorandum of an undertaking entered into this ---- day of ----,
+  18--, between A. B. of ----, and C. D. of ----, as follows:--
+
+  The said A. B. doth hereby let unto the said C. D. a dwelling-house,
+  situate in the parish of ----, for the term of one year certain, and
+  so on from year to year, and so on until half a year's notice to
+  quit be given by or to either party, at the yearly rent of £----,
+  payable quarterly; the tenancy to commence at ---- day next.
+
+  And the said A. B. doth undertake to pay the land-tax, the
+  property-tax, and the sewer-rate, and to keep the said house in all
+  necessary repairs, so long as the said C. D. shall continue therein.
+  And the said C. D. doth undertake to take the said house of A. B.
+  for and at the before-mentioned term and rent, and pay all taxes
+  except those on land or property and the sewer-rate, and to abide by
+  the other conditions aforesaid.
+
+  Witness our hands the day and year aforesaid.
+
+
+  A. B. Witness E. F. C. D.
+
+
+  [N.B.--Premises are sometimes let for a term of years, or upon other
+  conditions different from those specified above; in such cases the
+  agreement must, of course, be worded conformably.]
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of Notice to Quit, from a Tenant to Landlord._
+
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I hereby give you notice that on or before the ---- day of ----next,
+  I shall quit and deliver up possession of the house and premises I
+  now hold of you, situate at ----, in the parish of ----, in the
+  county of ----.
+
+  Dated this ---- day of ----, 18--.
+
+
+  Witness, K. I. G. H.
+
+  To Mr. L. M.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of Notice to Quit, from Landlord to Tenant._
+
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I hereby give you notice to quit the house and appurtenances,
+  situate at No. ----, which you now hold of me, on or before
+  ---- next.
+
+  Dated ----, 18--.
+
+
+  Signed N. O. (Landlord).
+
+  To Mr. P. Q.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of Will._
+
+  THIS is the last Will and Testament of A. B., of No. ---- Street,
+  ----. I hereby give and devise to my wife, Jane B., her heirs,
+  executors, and administrators, for her and their own use and
+  benefit, absolutely and for ever, all my estate and effects, both
+  real and personal, whatsoever and wheresoever, and of what nature
+  and quality soever, and I hereby appoint her, the said Jane B., sole
+  executrix of this my Will. In witness whereof I have hereunto set my
+  hand this ----day of ----, one thousand eight hundred and ----.
+
+
+  A. B.
+
+
+  Signed by the said A. B., in the presence of us, present at the same
+  time, who in his presence and in the presence of each other, attest
+  and subscribe our names as witnesses hereto.
+
+  [N.B.--The above is a simple form of Will. They can, of course, be
+  made in various ways, but in every case care should be taken that
+  the persons mentioned in the Will should be fully and properly
+  designated, and that the testator's intentions be stated in language
+  as clear and precise as possible.]
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of Bill of Sale._
+
+  KNOW all men by these presents, that I, A. B., of ----, for and in
+  consideration of the sum of ----, in hand, paid, at and before the
+  sealing and delivery hereof, by C. D., of ----, the receipt whereof
+  I do hereby acknowledge, have bargained and sold, and by these
+  presents do bargain and sell unto the said C. D., all the goods,
+  household stuff, and implements of household, and all other goods
+  whatsoever mentioned in the schedule hereunto annexed, now remaining
+  and being in ----. To have and to hold all and singular the goods,
+  household stuff, and implements of household, and every of them by
+  these presents, bargained and sold unto the said C. D., his
+  executors, administrators, and assigns for ever, and I, the said A.
+  B., for myself, my executors, and administrators, all and singular,
+  of the said goods, unto the said C. D., his executors and
+  administrators and assigns, and against all and every other person
+  and persons whatsoever, shall and will warrant and for ever defend
+  by these presents, of which goods I, the said A. B., have put the
+  said C. D., in possession, by delivering him one silver candelabrum,
+  &c., on the sealing hereof; in witness whereof I have hereunto put
+  my hand and seal this ---- day of ----, in the year of our Lord one
+  thousand eight hundred and ----
+
+
+  A. B.
+
+  Signed, sealed, and delivered, } C. D.
+          in the presence of us, } E. F.
+
+
+
+
+  DIRECTIONS FOR ADDRESSING PERSONS OF RANK, &c.
+
+
+  _1. In Letters or Conversation._
+  _2. The Directions of Letters._
+
+
+  THE ROYAL FAMILY.
+
+
+  The QUEEN--
+
+  1. Madam; Most Gracious Sovereign; May it please your Majesty.
+
+  2. To the Queen's Most Excellent Majesty.
+
+
+  The Sons and Daughters, Brothers and Sisters of Sovereigns--
+
+  1. Sir, or Madam, May it please your Royal Highness.
+
+  2. To His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales.
+
+  To Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Cambridge.
+
+
+  OTHER BRANCHES OF THE ROYAL FAMILY.
+
+
+  1. Sir, or Madam, May it please your Highness.
+
+  2. To His Royal Highness the Duke of Cambridge; or, To Her Royal
+  Highness the Princess Mary of Teck.
+
+
+  THE NOBILITY.
+
+
+  A Duke, or Duchess--
+
+  1. My Lord Duke, or Madam, May it please your Grace.
+
+  2. To His Grace the Duke of Bedford; or, To Her Grace the Duchess of
+  Bedford.
+
+
+  A Marquis, or Marchioness--
+
+  1. My Lord, or Madam, May it please your Lordship, or, May it please
+  your Ladyship.
+
+  2. To the Most Noble the Marquis, or Marchioness, of Westminster.
+
+
+  An Earl or Countess--the same.
+
+  To the Right Honourable the Earl, or Countess, of Shrewsbury.
+
+
+  A Viscount or Viscountess--
+
+  1. My Lord, or Madam, May it please your Lordship, or, May it please
+  your Ladyship.
+
+  2. To the Right Honourable Viscount, or Viscountess, Lifford.
+
+
+  A Baron or Baroness--the same.
+
+  To the Right Honourable, the Lord Wensleydale, or The Lady St. John.
+
+  The widow of a Nobleman is addressed in the same style, with the
+  introduction of the word Dowager in the Superscription of her
+  letters.
+
+  To the Right Hon. the Dowager Countess of Chesterfield.
+
+  The Sons of Dukes and Marquises, and the eldest Sons of Earls, have,
+  by courtesy, the titles of Lord and Right Honourable; and all the
+  Daughters have those of a Lady and Right Honourable.
+
+  The younger Sons of Earls, and the Sons and Daughters of Viscounts
+  and Barons, are styled Honourable.
+
+
+  OFFICIAL MEMBERS OF THE STATE.
+
+
+  A Member of Her Majesty's Most Hon. Privy Council--
+
+  1. Sir, or My Lord, Right Honourable Sir, or My Lord, as the case
+  may require.
+
+  2. To the Right Honourable ----,[1] Her Majesty's Principal
+  Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs.
+
+  [1] Here write the name, and specify the title or rank of the person
+      addressed, as "The Right Honourable the Earl of Winchelsea."
+
+
+  AMBASSADORS AND GOVERNORS UNDER HER MAJESTY.
+
+
+  1. Sir, or My Lord, as the case may be; May it please your
+  Excellency.
+
+  2. To his Excellency the French (or other) Ambassador.
+
+  3. To his Excellency ----,[2] Lieutenant General, and General
+  Governor of that part of the United Kingdom called Ireland.
+
+  [2] Here write the name, and specify the title or rank of the person
+      addressed, as "The Right Honourable the Earl of Winchelsea."
+
+
+  JUDGES.
+
+
+  1. My Lord, May it please your Lordship.
+
+  2. To the Right Honourable ----, Lord Chief Justice of England.
+
+  The Lord Mayor of London, York, or Dublin, and the Lord Provost of
+  Edinburgh, during office--the same.
+
+  1. My Lord, May it please your Lordship.
+
+  2. To the Right Honourable ----, Lord Mayor of London. To the Right
+  Honourable ----, Lord Provost of Edinburgh.
+
+  The Lord Provost of every other town in Scotland is styled
+  Honourable.
+
+  The Mayors of all Corporations (excepting the preceding Lord
+  Mayors), and the Sheriffs, Aldermen, and the Recorder of London, are
+  addressed Right Worshipful; and the Aldermen and Recorders of other
+  Corporations, and the Justices of the Peace, Worshipful.
+
+
+  THE PARLIAMENT.
+
+
+  House of Peers--
+
+  1. My Lords, May it please your Lordships.
+
+  2. To the Right Honourable the Lords Spiritual and Temporal, in
+  Parliament assembled.
+
+
+  House of Commons--
+
+  1. May it please your Honourable House.
+
+  2. To the Honourable the Commons of the United Kingdom of Great
+  Britain and Ireland.
+
+
+  The Speaker of the House of Commons--
+
+  1. Sir, or Mr. Speaker.
+
+  2. To the Right Honourable ----, the Speaker of the House of
+  Commons.
+
+
+  A Member of the House of Commons not ennobled--
+
+  1. Sir.
+
+  2. To Thomas Hughes, Esq., M.P.
+
+
+  THE CLERGY.
+
+
+  An Archbishop--
+
+  1. My Lord, May it please your Grace.
+
+  2. To his Grace the Archbishop of Canterbury; or, To the Most
+  Reverend Father in God, ----,[3] Lord Archbishop of Canterbury.
+
+  [3] Here write the Christian but not the surname.
+
+  A Bishop--
+
+  1. My Lord, May it please your Lordship.
+
+  2. The Right Reverend the Bishop of London.
+
+  3. To the Right Reverend Father in God, ----,[4] Lord Bishop of
+  Peterboro'.
+
+  [4] Here write the Christian but not the surname.
+
+  A Dean--
+
+  1. Reverend Sir.
+
+  2. To the Very Reverend Dr. ----, Dean of Westminster.
+
+
+  An Archdeacon--
+
+  The Venerable the Archdeacon of ----.
+
+  Chancellors are addressed in the same manner.
+
+  The rest of the Clergy--
+
+  1. Sir,--Reverend Sir.
+
+  2. To the Rev. Dr Campbell.
+
+  To the Rev. J. Jones; or, to the Rev. Mr. Wilson, &c.
+
+
+
+
+
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+<h1 class="booktitle">THE GENTLEMAN'S MODEL LETTER-WRITER</h1>
+
+<p class="h4">A Complete Guide to</p>
+
+<p class="h3"><i>CORRESPONDENCE ON ALL SUBJECTS</i><br />
+<br />
+WITH COMMERCIAL FORMS<br /></p>
+
+<div class="figcenter">
+<img src="images/colophon.jpg" width="100" height="99" alt="" />
+</div>
+
+<p class="h4"><br />LONDON AND NEW YORK:<br />
+FREDERICK WARNE &amp; CO.</p>
+
+<p class="spacer">&nbsp;</p>
+
+<hr class="chap" />
+
+<h2>PREFACE.</h2>
+
+<p>Though the number of existing "Letter Writers" is many, the
+publishers feel that there is yet a want which this little Manual,
+it is hoped, will supply.</p>
+
+<p>It has been compiled with great care from several sources, and
+contains much original matter, for which experience assures them
+there is a necessity.</p><hr class="chap" /><p><span class="pagenum">[iv]</span></p>
+
+<h2>CONTENTS.</h2>
+
+<p><span class="right">PAGE</span><br /></p>
+<ul class="index"><li class="ifrst">A Book-keeper and Accountant applying for Employment
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_69">69</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Acknowledging a Letter of Congratulation on the Birth of a Child
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_24">24</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">A Father applying to the Principal of a School to ascertain Terms, &amp;c.
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_19">19</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">A Gentleman applying for a Loan on the Insurance of his Life
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_46">46</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">A Gentleman applying to an Agent at a Watering-place for Lodgings
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_34">34</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Reply
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_34">34</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">A Gentleman having visited a Property, making an Offer for it
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_48">48</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Reply
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_49">49</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">A Gentleman in the Corn Trade to another
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_55">55</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">A Gentleman regretting he cannot Accept an Invitation
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_4">4</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">A Gentleman to a Friend relative to a Bill
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_59">59</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">A Gentleman ordering a Set of Harness from a Saddler
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_77">77</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Saddler in reply
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_78">78</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Gentleman in reply, objecting to Price
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_78">78</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Saddler in reply
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_79">79</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">A Gentleman's Servant applying for a Situation
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_75">75</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">A Gentleman to a Friend, speaking of Kindness received at another Friend's House
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_36">36</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Reply
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_37">37</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">A Letter from a Father to a Son at School, on the necessity of Attention to his Studies
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_22">22</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">A Letter from a Marine Engineer, seeking an eligible Partnership
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_47">47</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">A Letter of Condolence
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_30">30</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">A Letter to a Gentleman who has been making Enquiries about a Lady's Horse
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_40">40</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">An Application for a Donation to a Charitable
+Institution in the Country, such as Coal and Blanket Clubs,
+and Soup Kitchen
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_35">35</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Reply, enclosing Donation
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_35">35</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Reply, unfavourable
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_36">36</a></span>
+<span class="pagenum">[v]</span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">An Application for an Appointment on a Railway
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_65">65</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">An Estate Agent, relative to a House of which
+his Client is anxious to dispose
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_71">71</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Answer from a Landlord in reply to a Tenant, relative to Non-payment of Rent
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_63">63</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">An Application for a Situation in the Police
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_68">68</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">A Parent to his Daughter at Service
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_29">29</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">A Person desirous of entering into Partnership in a Lucrative Profession
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_70">70</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Application for a Debt some time owing
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_74">74</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Application for a House, Furnished, desiring Lowest Terms
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_43">43</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Application for an outstanding Account
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_74">74</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Application for Employment in an Auctioneer's and Estate Agent's Office
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_70">70</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Application to Borrow Money
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_44">44</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Reply granting the Loan
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_44">44</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Applying for a Clerkship
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_66">66</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Applying for an Account, and furnishing Particulars
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_75">75</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Applying for a Situation as a Gardener
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_77">77</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Applying to a Friend for a Recommendation, by a Young Man desirous of obtaining an Appointment
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_67">67</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Appointing an Interview relative to a Loan
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_47">47</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">A Reply to an Advertisement for an Appointment as Secretary to an Institution
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_66">66</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">A Sailor to his Sweetheart
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_10">10</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">A Sugar Refiner applying for a Situation
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_64">64</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">A Tenant to a Landlord, requesting time to Pay Rent
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_63">63</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Commercial Forms
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_80">80</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Form of Cheque to "Bearer"
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_80">80</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Form of Cheque to "Order"
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_80">80</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Form of Ordinary Bill of Exchange
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_80">80</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Form of Promissory Note
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_81">81</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Form of Foreign Bill of Exchange
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_81">81</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Form of Ordinary Receipt
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_81">81</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Form of Receipt for Rent
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_82">82</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Form of Agreement for Taking a House
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_82">82</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Form of Notice to Quit, from Landlord to Tenant
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_83">83</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Form of Notice to Quit, from Tenant to Landlord
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_83">83</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Form of Will
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_83">83</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Form of Bill of Sale
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_84">84</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Directions for Addressing Persons of Rank, &amp;c.
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_85">85</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">The Royal Family
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_85">85</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">The Nobility
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_85">85</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Official Members of the State
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_86">86</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Ambassadors and Governors under Her Majesty
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_86">86</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Judges
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_87">87</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">The Parliament
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_87">87</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">The Clergy
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_88">88</a></span>
+<span class="pagenum">[vi]</span></li>
+<li class="indx">From a Child acknowledging the Receipt of the Present of a Book
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_24">24</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Coachman, requiring a Place
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_75">75</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Reply
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_76">76</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Coachman's reply
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_76">76</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Father to a Son, relative to his Expenditure
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_24">24</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Father to his Son beginning the World
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_16">16</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Father to his Son, who has been complaining of the Severity of his Master
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_30">30</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Father who has lately lost his Wife, to his Daughter at School
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_28">28</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Friend at Bradford, to his Friend in London, on Business (Wool)
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_56">56</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Gentleman accepting an Invitation, though suffering from Illness (temporary)
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_3">3</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Gentleman applying for Sittings, or a Pew in a Parish Church, in the Country
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_33">33</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Gentleman, enclosing a Certificate of Illness from a Medical Man, excusing himself from attending at his office
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_60">60</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Medical Attendant's Certificate
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_61">61</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Gentleman in India to a Relation in England
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_27">27</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Gentleman in Town to another in the Country, enclosing a Wedding Gift
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_39">39</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Gentleman to a Lady with whom he is in Love
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_12">12</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Gentleman to a Young Lady
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_14">14</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a House and Estate Agent, acknowledging Receipt of a Communication relative to Sale or Letting of Property
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_58">58</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Husband, Absent on Business, to his Wife
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_15">15</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Husband to his Wife, on Sailing from England
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_15">15</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Man with a small Capital intending to go into Business, asking for Advice
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_52">52</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Reply
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_53">53</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Merchant abroad to his Brother forwarding Goods for Sale, and requesting others
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_54">54</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Brother, answering his Brother or Friend, relative to receipt of Goods
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_54">54</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From an Agent who has been engaged in endeavouring to arrange a Matter of Importance, applying for Remuneration
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_72">72</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Person desirous of Employment as a Manager of a Wholesale or Retail Business
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_68">68</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Soldier abroad to his affianced Bride
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_13">13</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Shopkeeper in the Country to a Wholesale Dealer
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_56">56</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Answer
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_57">57</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Son who has misconducted himself towards his Employer, to his Father
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_17">17</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="isub2">The Father's Answer
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_18">18</a></span>
+<span class="pagenum">[vii]</span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Young Man who has taken his late Employer's Business,
+to an old Customer
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_49">49</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="isub2">Reply
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_50">50</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From a Young Tradesman asking Advice in Difficulties
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_50">50</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Reply
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_51">51</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From one Brother to another, on having unexpectedly amassed a Fortune
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_26">26</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From one Gentleman to another, relative to a Dog
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_41">41</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="isub2">Reply
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_41">41</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From one Gentleman to another, explaining the Cause of not replying to a Letter from a Gentleman abroad
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_38">38</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">From the Secretary of a Convalescent Hospital applying for Expenses of Patient
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_60">60</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Gentleman's reply to a Lady, imagining he was indifferent to her
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_11">11</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Giving Information about Trains
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_32">32</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">In reply to a Gentleman asking the Loan of a Book relative
+to German Spa Waters
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_45">45</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">In reply to a Gentleman inquiring for a Solicitor who may be moderate in his charges
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_42">42</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Invitation to a Gentleman to Row in a Boat
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_4">4</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Accepting
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_5">5</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Invitation to a Bachelor Party
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_5">5</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Accepting
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_5">5</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Invitation to a Croquet Party
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_2">2</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Accepting
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_3">3</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Declining
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_3">3</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Invitation to a Dinner (Bachelor's)
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_1">1</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Accepting
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_1">1</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Invitation to a Family Dinner
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_1">1</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Accepting
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_2">2</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Invitation to a Family Dinner
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_2">2</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Invitation to a Gentleman to a Friendly Dinner
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_6">6</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Invitation to "Best Man" at a Wedding
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_7">7</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Same
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_7">7</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Accepting
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_8">8</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Invitation to Join a Party to the Derby
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_8">8</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Same
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_9">9</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Accepting
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_9">9</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Refusing
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_9">9</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Letter from a Traveller at Manchester, to his Employers in London
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_72">72</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Letter urging Payment of a Debt
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_62">62</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Love Letter from a Gentleman to a Lady
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_10">10</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Postponing a Visit
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_6">6</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Same
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_7">7</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Regretting being unable to give an Appointment to a Situation
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_40">40</a></span>
+<span class="pagenum">[viii]</span></li>
+<li class="indx">Relative to an Advertisement requesting a Copy
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_73">73</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Reply from Landlord to a Tenant, relative to Non-payment of Rent
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_64">64</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Reply to a Gentleman Recommending a Young Man for Employment as a Porter
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_43">43</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Reply to a Gentleman requiring a Situation as Clerk and Foreign Correspondent
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_65">65</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Reply to a Gentleman who wishes to claim an Estate in Chancery
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_45">45</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Reply to a Letter from a Young Man informing his Uncle he had Contracted Debts
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_23">23</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Reply to an Advertisement for the Appointment of Medical Officer to an Union Division
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_61">61</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Reply to an Application relating to an Advertisement
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_69">69</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Reply to Question as to Rent of, and permission to View, a House
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_59">59</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Requesting the Renewal of a Bill
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_79">79</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">To a Child who has been Guilty of telling a Falsehood
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_19">19</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">To a Gentleman in reply as to an Agency for a Bordeaux Firm
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_62">62</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">To a Gentleman whose Brother is dangerously Ill, offering him Consolation and Comfort
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_32">32</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">To a Relieving Officer, by a Neighbour of a Poor Woman taken Ill
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_43">43</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">To a Theatrical Manager
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_58">58</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">To a Young Man, relative to his late Employer's Business which he proposes to carry on
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_50">50</a></span></li>
+
+<li class="indx">Urging a Son to relinquish the Naval Profession
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_20">20</a></span></li>
+<li class="isub2">Reply
+<span class="right"><a href="#Page_21">21</a></span></li>
+
+</ul>
+
+<hr class="chap" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_1">[1]</a></span></p>
+
+<h2>THE GENTLEMAN'S MODEL LETTER-WRITER.</h2>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Invitation to Dinner</i> (<i>Bachelor's</i>).</p>
+
+<p class="right">The Albany, June 10th.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Browne,</span></p>
+
+<p>Will you dine with me at eight o'clock to-morrow? Some of our
+fellows are coming, and we mean to have a quiet game of whist in the
+course of the evening. Come if possible.</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours truly,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Accepting.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Gower Street, June 18th.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear &mdash;&mdash;,</span></p>
+
+<p>I will come without fail, and win your money if I can.</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours truly,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Invitation to Family Dinner.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Camden Town, March 4th.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Smith,</span></p>
+
+<p>Will you dine with us to-morrow? It is the old lady's birthday, and
+I can offer her no greater pleasure, I am sure, than your pleasant
+company. Do come if you can, there's a good fellow.</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours ever,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" /><p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_2">[2]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Accepting.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Russell Square, March 4th.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear &mdash;&mdash;,</span></p>
+
+<p>I shall be delighted to accept your kind invitation for to-morrow,
+and offer my good wishes to your charming wife on her birthday.</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours ever,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Invitation to Family Dinner.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Medway Villas, June 8th.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Captain Maurice,</span></p>
+
+<p>Will you favour Mrs. Trevor and myself with your company at dinner
+on Monday next at 6 o'clock? We expect General Hill and his wife,
+and think you may like to make their acquaintance.</p>
+
+<p>With our united regards,</p>
+
+<p>Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours truly,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Invitation to a Croquet Party.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Havant, May 17th.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Howard,</span></p>
+
+<p>The girls talk of having a croquet party on Thursday next. Will you
+join it? We shall be delighted to see you if you can come. Little
+Totty desires me to add, that you must play on her side, because
+then she will be sure to be one of the winners.</p>
+
+<p class="right">Ever yours most truly,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" /><p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_3">[3]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Accepting.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Havant, May 18th.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear &mdash;&mdash;</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I shall be delighted to join your croquet party. Pray offer my best
+respects to Miss Totty, and tell her I will do all I can to prove
+myself her obedient servant.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Believe me, ever yours truly,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Howard.</span></p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Declining.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Havant, May 18th.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear &mdash;&mdash;</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I regret extremely that I cannot accept your invitation, and put
+myself at Miss Totty's disposal for a game of croquet; but,
+unluckily, I am obliged to go to town to-morrow, and shall not
+return till Monday week.</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours ever,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Gentleman, accepting an Invitation, though suffering from
+illness</i> (<i>temporary</i>).</p>
+
+<p class="right">Hampstead, May 4th.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Mrs. Thurgood</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I have been laid up with neuralgia for some days, and have not yet
+recovered from it. I will, however, accept your kind invitation for
+Saturday next, and hope to be able to come.</p>
+
+<p>With kind regards to yourself and sister,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours very truly,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Walter Bossora.</span></p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_4">[4]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Gentleman regretting he cannot accept an Invitation.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">The Albany, February 1st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dear Madam</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Thank you very much for thinking of me on Saturday. I should have
+liked to have joined your party immensely, but I go to Ventnor that
+afternoon, and am therefore unable to have the pleasure of accepting
+your very kind invitation.</p>
+
+<p>My mother and sisters have gone to Beaumaris; they left on
+Wednesday, and on the same day our friends the Boscawens returned to
+Ventnor. I hope to reach that truly lovely place on Saturday.
+Although a month has elapsed since the last year left us, I must
+send you and your sister all good old-fashioned New Year's wishes,
+hearty and sincere; will you both accept them? And with many thanks,
+repeated, for your kind note,</p>
+
+<p class="right3">Believe, me,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Dear Mrs. B&mdash;&mdash;,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your sincere friend,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Henry Ross.</span></p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Invitation to a Gentleman to Row in a Boat.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Chester, June 18th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear George</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Will you join three friends and myself on Saturday next for a row up
+the river? You are a capital stroke, and we wish to get into the way
+of pulling a longer stroke than we have at present: little Jerry
+will steer us. Do not say No. We will finish the evening at the
+&mdash;&mdash;, where I have ordered supper.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours sincerely,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Bedford Price.</span></p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_5">[5]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Accepting.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Rock Terry, June 19th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Bedford</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I fancy you have formed too good an idea of my performance as a
+stroke oar; however, if you think I can be of any use to your crew,
+I will readily do my best. I shall sleep in Chester, so we need not
+hurry in returning from our practice.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours sincerely,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">George Sheepshanks.</span></p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Invitation to a Bachelor Party.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Kidderminster, February, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Fellows</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Yesterday I met Donovan and our four other old friends, who are here
+for a few days; they are coming to dine with me to-morrow at seven.
+I know it is some years since you met them; I hope you will make one
+of our party.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours sincerely,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">F. Cunningham.</span></p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Accepting the same.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Hill House, Kidderminster, Feb. 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Cunningham</span>,</p>
+
+<p>It will afford me the very greatest pleasure to dine with you
+to-morrow at seven. It is many years since I met those you mention,
+but I have a vivid recollection of passing many pleasant hours in
+their society and companionship.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours sincerely,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Harry Fellows.</span></p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_6">[6]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Invitation to a Gentleman to a Friendly Dinner.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Dunland Place, Oct. 1st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Hindmarsh</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I heard by the merest accident, yesterday evening, that you were in
+town. Will you come and dine with us to-morrow? You know our time,
+but I may as well remind you that it is seven o'clock. I met J.
+F&mdash;&mdash;, and our intimate friend from the north, yesterday. They will
+be here, and we shall have a little music in the evening, when I
+hope your tenor voice will be in its usual power and sweetness. All
+join in best regards.</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours very sincerely,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Postponing a Visit.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Greenfield, October 10th.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dear George</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I regret extremely that we are obliged to ask you to postpone your
+visit till next month.</p>
+
+<p>We can not get the house at Brighton for which we were in treaty,
+till that time, and our present abode is so small that we are unable
+to offer a bedroom to a friend.</p>
+
+<p>I trust this delay will not inconvenience you. It is a great
+disappointment to us, as we longed equally for the sea and your
+company.</p>
+
+<p>My wife unites with me in kind remembrances.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I am ever,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours very truly,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" /><p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_7">[7]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Same.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">The Beeches, Sydenham,<br />November 6th.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dear Tom</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I am sure you will be truly grieved to hear that the sudden and
+dangerous illness of my mother will oblige me to postpone our dinner
+party fixed for the 17th.</p>
+
+<p>I hope to give you better news shortly, and renew my invitation.</p>
+
+<p class="right">Truly yours,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Invitation to be "Best Man" at a Wedding.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Reading, May 6th.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Tom</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I intend to be "turned off" next Tuesday week! Will you attend on
+the mournful occasion as "best man?"</p>
+
+<p><i>Seriously</i>, I am to be married to my charming little Ada on the
+&mdash;&mdash;, and I look for your presence at our bridal as the completion
+of my happiness, for then the man and woman I love best will unite
+in confirming my happiness.</p>
+
+<p class="right">Always yours,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Same.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Liphook, May 6th.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear John</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Julia has consented to our marriage on the 15th inst., and I
+scribble a line to remind you of your promise to be "best man" on
+the occasion. Marriage is<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_8">[8]</a></span> supposed sometimes to separate bachelor
+friendships, but such will not be the case in my instance, my dear
+fellow. Julia has a great regard for you, and is too sensible and
+good to interfere between us with petty jealousies.</p>
+
+<p>I am awfully happy, Jack! Wish me joy, and</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Believe me</p>
+
+<p class="right">Ever your true friend,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Accepting.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">The Albany, May 7th.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear</span> &mdash;&mdash;,</p>
+
+<p>I shall be delighted to assist at the important event fixed for the
+&mdash;&mdash;, and beg to offer my best congratulations to Miss &mdash;&mdash; and
+yourself on your approaching happiness.</p>
+
+<p>I intend to offer as my wedding gift a drawing-room clock. My object
+in naming this intention to you is that, if you are likely to
+receive a similar gift from any other friend, you will tell me so,
+and I will exchange it for something else, as duplicate gifts are a
+great bore.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Ever, dear Hal,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your true old friend,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">John.</span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Invitation to join a Party to the Derby</i>.</p>
+
+<p class="right">Knightsbridge, May 22.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Norris</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Three of our fellows have agreed to go to the Derby together in a
+drag, and we shall be very glad if you will make a fourth. Jervis
+drives.</p><p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_9">[9]</a></span></p>
+
+<p>Don't refuse, old fellow; we shall have a jolly day, and I shall
+enjoy it doubly if you go with us.</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours truly,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Same.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Green Bank, May 23rd.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Reid</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Will you accompany a party of us to-morrow to the Derby?</p>
+
+<p>Let me have an answer by bearer, and take care that it is in the
+affirmative.</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours ever,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Accepting</i>.</p>
+
+<p class="right">London, May 23rd.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear George</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I shall have much pleasure in accompanying you to the Derby. Let me
+know, please, the hour at which you start.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I am, ever,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours truly,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">J. Reid</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Refusing</i>.</p>
+
+<p class="right">London, May 23rd.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Bob</span>,</p>
+
+<p>It is awfully unlucky, but I am obliged to go to Chester on the
+Derby day, and <i>can't</i> do as I desire. I wish you a pleasant trip.</p>
+
+<p class="right">I am ever, yours truly,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_10">[10]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Love-letter from a Gentleman to a Lady.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">The Temple, June 4th.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dearest</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Days have passed by now since we have had the pleasure of a few
+moments' conversation even; how these hours have dragged their slow
+pace along you and I alone can tell. It is only when we are left to
+the peaceful enjoyment of our own society that time flies. It may be
+that to-morrow at Mrs. E.'s we shall have a little time alone. We
+all dine there; she told me she should have a dance also, and that
+your mamma had promised her your sister and yourself should be of
+the party. May I ask for the first waltz? I send a few flowers, but
+I imagine you will only wear one, the rose in your hair; your sister
+is always pleased with a bouquet, so I shall not be very angry if
+you let her have them, only wear my rose.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your own</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Edward.</span></p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Sailor to his Sweetheart.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">H.M.S. Centaur, June 14th, 187-</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dear Fanny</span>,</p>
+
+<p>You are never out of my mind. If you only think of me half as much,
+I shall be satisfied. Sleeping or waking it is all the same, Fanny,
+you are my only thought. What have you done with your piece of the
+half-sovereign we cut in halves? I have bored a hole in mine, and
+wear it round my neck on a bit of blue ribbon, to show that your
+William is true blue. Do you wear yours the same, my dearest Fanny?
+When I come home we will splice the halves, and Fanny and her
+William will be one&mdash;will we not, darling girl?<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_11">[11]</a></span> Our cruise will now
+soon be over; I only hope, Fanny, you have been as true to me as I
+have been to you; never have I ceased thinking of you. Bear in mind
+your faithful William, who loves you as fondly as ever.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your devoted lover,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">William.</span></p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Gentleman's reply to the Lady, imagining he was indifferent to
+her.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Gillingham, April 16th, 187-</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dearest Love</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Such I must and will, with your permission, always call you. Your
+letter really caused me much uneasiness. But, Dr. B., who came in
+just as it arrived, strictly forbade me to excite myself in any way,
+and would not allow me to reply to it immediately, as he feared an
+immediate return of my old heart complaint. Who can have been so
+mischievous, so ungenerous, so determined to make two hearts
+miserable, as to invent this wicked story of my flirtation with Miss
+G.? You name Mrs. G. On inquiring of her this morning I find she
+heard it somewhere spoken of, she says, but cannot recall to her
+mind the person who mentioned it. Let me at once and for ever
+disabuse you of such a suspicion. My affection for you is unchanged
+and unchangeable; often and often I have by letter and verbally too,
+pledged myself that you alone, Katie dearest, were my only thought,
+my only joy. Banish all vain suspicions from your mind. Trust in me;
+I will never deceive you; my love is inviolably yours; for you I
+breathe, for you I live, without you I should die. Believe me,
+dearest, night and day you are<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_12">[12]</a></span> uppermost in my thoughts, and a sad,
+sad day it would be for me if for one moment you withdrew that
+confidence in me that I have so long happily possessed. Believe no
+aspersions against one who loves you madly. The time, I trust, will
+soon arrive when I can call you mine alone, and no breath of
+suspicion shall ever fall upon my fidelity. Love me then, my
+dearest, as your own heart dictates; have no cares in future as to
+any attention even in the least degree being shown by me to any one,
+further than due civility, or what is required from the usages of
+society, exacts. To-morrow I will do myself the pleasure of calling,
+and trust then to succeed (if not successful now) in fully
+explaining away any doubts or fears you may entertain.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Dearest Katie,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Your ever affectionate,</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Gentleman to a Lady with whom he is in love.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Braintree, Essex.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Miss</span> &mdash;&mdash;,</p>
+
+<p>As no opportunity has presented itself of speaking to you lately
+alone, I venture to address you by letter, and I assure you my
+happiness greatly depends on the reply with which you may deign to
+favour me.</p>
+
+<p>I love you, dear Miss &mdash;&mdash;, very sincerely, and if you can return my
+affection and become my wife, I shall consider myself the most
+fortunate of men.</p>
+
+<p>The income which I can place at your disposal is not large, but in
+my family you will find the most tender and affectionate connexions.
+My mother (to<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_13">[13]</a></span> whom alone I have confided my secret) is rejoiced at
+the hope of having you for a daughter. Do not, best beloved Miss
+Johnstone, disappoint her and myself! Should you not reject me&mdash;if I
+am ever so happy as to call you my wife&mdash;the tenderest and most
+affectionate devotion shall be yours, and the principal and only
+study of my future days shall be to render your life as happy as you
+deservedly merit it should be. Your reply is most impatiently
+awaited by one whose life is wrapped up in yours. My aunt has just
+called, and it appears that some years since she was very intimately
+acquainted with your father, to whom I have written, enclosing this
+note for you, and stating to him the purport of its contents.</p>
+
+<p class="right4">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Dear Miss Johnstone,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours very truly,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Harry Clinton.</span></p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Soldier ordered Abroad, to his affianced Bride.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Portsmouth, April 15th, 187-</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dearest Julia</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I can scarcely compose myself to write, for this very morning, at
+mid-day parade, a telegram was received by our commanding officer
+directing the regiment to hold itself under orders for immediate
+foreign service; so that of course I shall be prevented seeing you
+before our departure, as all leave is stopped for officers as well
+as for the non-commissioned officers and men. Where our future
+destination may be no one can at present conjecture, but we think it
+may be Canada. How blighted now are our hopes! where all<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_14">[14]</a></span> seemed
+bright and joyous, nothing is left but separation and blank despair.
+Julia, you love me; you are mine, are you not, dear Julia? Although
+separated for a time, we shall love each other faithfully; no doubts
+must arise, no feelings of suspicion or fear between us; but firm in
+the knowledge that we are devotedly attached to each other, and that
+nothing can change the ardent feelings we entertain, we must wait
+and hope. I trust in a few short years, my darling Julia, to call
+you mine. Your Ronald will be true to his promise and his love, and
+in faith that his Julia will bear up bravely, as a soldier's
+destined wife should do, he obeys his country's call in anguish but
+not in despair. Accept the little present I send you (forwarded by
+registered letter by this evening's post), and with most
+affectionate and enduring love,</p>
+
+<p class="right3">Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">My dearest Julia,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your ever devoted,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Ronald Dugan.</span></p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Gentleman to a Young Lady.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Snow Hill, January 1st, 187-</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Rosy</span>,</p>
+
+<p>On returning from skating yesterday afternoon, and reflecting alone
+on the pleasant morning we had passed, I was more than ever
+impressed with my wretched solitary existence. Will you break for me
+this monotonous routine of life by saying, "It need not be,
+Charlie."</p>
+
+<p>I have loved you fondly and long; your parents and mine are intimate
+friends; they know my private character.<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_15">[15]</a></span> Will you accept me as your
+husband, dearest Rosy?</p>
+
+<p class="right3">Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your ever fondly attached,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Charlie Byers.</span></p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Husband to his Wife, on sailing from England.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">H.M.S. Psyche, June 8th.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dearest Wife</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I take the opportunity of the pilot's return to send you a hurried
+and last farewell. Oh, my dearest, what but duty could reconcile me
+to leaving you? What but the certainty that we are both protected by
+our Heavenly Father could support me through the weary days and
+nights which I am destined to spend far from you? Ah! the waves that
+are now washing the sides of our vessel will soon cease to beat upon
+that shore where my wife, where my friends are all thinking of me.</p>
+
+<p>Farewell my dearest wife; be assured I am in good health and
+tolerable spirits.</p>
+
+<p>Comfort yourself, my dearest! we shall all meet soon and happily
+again. I have not time to write to my mother, but pray tell her she
+is always in my thoughts. God bless you, dearest!&mdash;my heart is full
+of you.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Ever your devoted husband,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H. P.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Husband absent on Business to his Wife.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">The Fens, Lincolnshire, June 1st, 187-</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dearest Isabella</span>,</p>
+
+<p>This is the first time, my darling, we have ever experienced the
+bitterness and misery of separation,<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_16">[16]</a></span> and the few days I have
+already been absent from you appear like years. What my state of
+mind will be at the expiration of another two or three weeks I will
+let your little affectionate heart conjecture. But I must not be
+selfish, my dearest Isa. You share my trial, but do not be
+down-hearted, the time will soon pass away. You must go out and
+visit the nice friends near you. Your dear kind mother also is
+within an easy walk, I am glad to think.</p>
+
+<p>Roger Hughes is going to stay with his family for some little while;
+I do not care much about him (you remember we met him at &mdash;&mdash;). He
+is certain to call upon you, but it will be just as well not to be
+at home to him always. Hoping to return in a fortnight, I remain,
+with very best love to your mother and yourself,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your ever affectionate husband,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Josiah Webb.</span></p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Father to his Son beginning the World.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Hampstead, May 6th, 187-</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dearest Son</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Separated as you will shortly be from your childhood's home&mdash;for
+many years, perhaps&mdash;and not having your poor old father to consult
+and obtain advice from, when any difficulties may arise, you will
+naturally be inclined to appeal to those among your acquaintances
+whom you may consider from intimate association as entitled to the
+name of friends.</p>
+
+<p>Now this is a matter in which you must observe the very greatest
+caution and discrimination; a mistake made in selecting a friend and
+acting up to his advice, is a fatal one, and no one can for a moment
+form an<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_17">[17]</a></span> idea of the consequences which may arise from it. In the
+first place, do not seek the friendship of the "fast young man"
+whose sole thought is to gratify himself in the enjoyment of this
+world's pleasures, without any regard to the misery or disgrace his
+conduct may be entailing on a happy, innocent family. Make friends
+of those who, by their actions, have raised themselves in the
+estimation of their superiors, and are regarded with eyes of jealous
+admiration by their equals. Remember the old proverb, "Tell who are
+your friends, and I will tell you what you are."</p>
+
+<p>I hope, dear boy, your own good sense will lead you to avoid bad
+companions. Should you ever (which I trust may never be the case) be
+tempted to do anything contrary to the laws of honour or of duty,
+question yourself thus: "Should I do this in my father's house?
+should I act thus in my mother's presence?" The answer will be the
+best talisman to keep you from falling in your combat with the
+world.</p>
+
+<p>We have great hopes in you, my dear son. Never omit to write to your
+dear mother and myself, when you possibly can; and with our best and
+fondest love,</p>
+
+<p class="right3">Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Ever your affectionate father,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Son who has misconducted himself towards his Employer, to
+his Father.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Eastcheap, November 18th, 187-</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Father</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I am in such distress I scarcely know how to commence my letter.
+Without the least reason, without the least provocation, I left my
+master at the most<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_18">[18]</a></span> busy season, just for a temporary, trifling
+amusement. He&mdash;the best of masters&mdash;for the moment was forgotten by
+me: self predominated. I ran away from my service, and here I find
+myself disgraced and miserable, and grieve to think how
+indescribably shocked you will be when Mr. Evans communicates with
+you relative to my absence. However, dear father, there is one
+consolation: I cannot be accused of dishonesty; so I hope my
+character is not irretrievably ruined. Will you see my master, and
+tell him how deeply I regret my fault, and entreat him to forgive
+me? It shall hereafter be my constant study to perform my duty in
+the most upright manner, and with the most assiduous attention. Let
+me hear also, dear father, in sending me Mr. Evans's reply, that you
+also forgive</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your erring, but heartbroken son,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H. H. H.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>The Father's Answer.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Bedhampton, November 21st, 187-</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dear Son</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Words cannot express my grief at the receipt of your letter. How can
+you so soon have forgotten all the home lessons of duty you have
+learned? What society can you have mingled in to have caused you to
+be guilty of such folly? I have seen your master, and read him your
+letter; and he agrees with myself that from the manner you have
+acted in immediately informing me of your position, it is probable
+you may, in an untoward moment, have been induced to commit an act
+which you will never cease to regret. It is your first offence, and
+he bids me say he rejoices that<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_19">[19]</a></span> you are sensible of your grievous
+error, and he will allow you to return, and never mention what has
+occurred to you. Never, dear son, forget yourself again, be grateful
+to your master, who is charity itself, and</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Your affectionate father,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Father applying to a Principal of a School to ascertain Terms,
+&amp;c.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Hopwood House, June 16th, 187-</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Being desirous of sending my son, aged thirteen, to school, my
+friends have strongly recommended me to apply to you on the subject.</p>
+
+<p>I should be glad to learn your terms, and to be informed as to your
+plan of tuition.</p>
+
+<p>Will you favour me with a prospectus of your School, and also inform
+me whether you have a vacancy?</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours faithfully,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>To a Child who has being guilty of telling a Falsehood.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Brecon, May 14th, 187-</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dear Samuel</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I was much grieved to find after you had left us in the early part
+of the week, that the replies you gave me relative to your
+acquaintance with the L&mdash;&mdash;s were utterly at variance with the
+truth. Little did I think you would ever deceive us, when such
+confidence<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_20">[20]</a></span> has been always placed in you. Why did you try to
+deceive me by a falsehood?</p>
+
+<p>Let me entreat of you never again to deviate from the truth; should
+you do so you will soon obtain a character as an untrustworthy
+person, and no one will believe you, even when you speak the truth.
+Every one will shun you, as they will always suspect that you are
+trying to deceive them; even when you are acting rightly they will
+look upon you with suspicion.</p>
+
+<p>Have you forgotten that Truth is the point of honour in a gentleman,
+and that no one can tell a falsehood and retain the character of
+one?</p>
+
+<p>I cannot tell you the shame I felt when I discovered your untruth; I
+felt degraded by it.</p>
+
+<p>Strive to retrieve your character in the future, by perfect
+truthfulness and a high sense of what honour requires from you.</p>
+
+<p>Till I believe that you feel the enormity of your fault I cannot
+sign myself other than</p>
+
+<p class="right">Your afflicted father,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Urging a Son to relinquish the Naval Profession.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Upton, June 12th, 187-</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Frederick</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Your letter of the 1st, informing me that you had determined to
+remain in your present profession, caused me great distress. If you
+wish to add some little portion of comfort to the last years of a
+father's life, which your headstrong passions have already greatly
+embittered, you will immediately relinquish it. Remember you are the
+only representative of our family.<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_21">[21]</a></span> Why then persist in remaining in
+a profession wherein you are exposed to constant and imminent
+danger?</p>
+
+<p>I wish you to marry, and hope to see you settle down and discharge
+the duties of your position in society as a country gentleman; you
+have ample means at your disposal now, as the whole of your late
+uncle's property is yours. Concede a little to your father, whose
+only desire is to see his name honourably upheld, his family
+perpetuated, in the county in which we are now so much respected.
+Age is creeping on me, Frederick, I am widowed and alone. I trust
+this appeal will not be made in vain. You know my deep and lasting
+affection for you; do not wound it by a refusal. Awaiting with great
+anxiety your determination,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Your affectionate father,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Reply.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">H.M.S. Psyche, June 19th.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dear Father</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Dearly as I love my noble profession, I am unable to resist your
+last earnest appeal, and agree therefore to give up my commission,
+and return to a life on land. The pang this resolution costs me is
+softened by the remembrance that I may thus hope to ensure the
+happiness of so good a father.</p>
+
+<p>I shall shortly return to you, and will endeavour in all things to
+prove</p>
+
+<p class="right">Your most dutiful and affectionate son,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_22">[22]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Letter from a Father to a Son at School, on the necessity of
+attention to his Studies.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Mudiford, January 28th, 187-</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dear Boy</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Now you have returned to school it is my duty to point out to you
+how absolutely necessary it is for your future success that you
+should persevere in your studies, more especially if you wish to
+leave college (for which you are destined) with honour. Do not be
+carried away with the natural love of ease and pleasure, but
+accustom yourself at once to really hard work. If you cannot
+reconcile yourself to do so in your youth you will be unable to do
+so as you grow older, and you will become incapable of achieving
+anything great. Application may be difficult at first, but when once
+you have accustomed yourself to it you will find study pleasant,
+easy, and agreeable, and in years to come you will be well repaid
+for the toil and trouble you now undergo. What can be pleasanter
+than to find yourself at the head of your school, leaving all
+competitors behind? what more gratifying than to give pleasure to
+your father and mother, and to obtain the admiration and approval of
+your teachers? That, dear boy, will be your reward if you study
+constantly and patiently; but if you neglect the opportunities
+offered to you now, your future life will be nothing but
+disquietude, and you will grow up ignorant, and be despised. Pay
+attention to my advice, and work in the morning of your days. With
+your mother's best love and mine,</p>
+
+<p class="right3">Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your ever affectionate father,</p>
+
+<p class="right">R. R.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_23">[23]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Reply to a Letter from a young Man informing his Uncle he had
+contracted Debts.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Soltney, March 4th, 187-</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dear Nephew</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I was indeed deeply grieved on the receipt of your letter to find
+you had forgotten, or at least not acted up to the advice I gave
+you&mdash;to pay for everything you purchased at once, and not to go into
+debt on any account. I must put things before you now in a plain
+unvarnished manner, and give you my opinion, formed after many
+years' experience. The man who contracts debts which he is unable to
+pay, more especially for articles of useless luxury, is much more
+culpable than the poor creature who, distracted by all the miseries
+of his starving family at home, rushes into the first shop he sees
+and steals something to relieve their necessities.</p>
+
+<p>When men find themselves encumbered with debts which they are unable
+to pay, mean subterfuges are resorted to; applications for delay of
+payment are made&mdash;and granted, without any good result; the final
+crash comes at last: the patience and temper of the tradesmen become
+exhausted, they have recourse to their legal remedy, and
+wretchedness and beggary are the result.</p>
+
+<p>It may be that you have been endeavouring to keep pace with some
+young man of greater fortune than your own. Be not led away by such
+absurd vanity. The largest income will be and has been squandered,
+unknown as it were to its possessor, solely from the crime (and a
+great one too it is) of running into debt. I regret that I cannot
+assist you at present with the loan you request, and remain</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your affectionate uncle,</p>
+
+<p class="right">T. H. P.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_24">[24]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Acknowledging a Letter of Congratulation on the Birth of a Child.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Duke Street, St. James's, Dec. 24th, 187-</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear</span> &mdash;&mdash;,</p>
+
+<p>Thanks for your kind letter and good wishes. I am happy to say that
+my wife and the baby are going on well. I have told Mrs. Compton
+about Mr. Denville; she is glad to hear so good an account of him.
+Wishing you all a merry Christmas and a happy New Year,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours sincerely,</p>
+
+<p class="right">D. W.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Child, acknowledging the receipt of the Present of a Book.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Ramsden Hall, January 18th, 187-</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dear Mrs.</span> &mdash;&mdash;,</p>
+
+<p>Thank you very much for the beautiful book you have sent me. It is
+very pretty and nice, and I like it very much. I long to see you
+again. I have been out driving this morning in the pony carriage.
+There is a hard frost. With best love to Dr. G. and yourself</p>
+
+<p class="right4">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your most affectionate little friend,</p>
+
+<p class="right">R. D. A.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Father to a Son, relative to his Expenditure.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Hackney, March 5th, 187-</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dear Son</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Your last letter gave us pleasure not unmixed with pain: pleasure to
+learn that you were<span class="pagenum">[25]</span> well, and held in esteem by your superiors, and
+on friendly terms with those of your own standing; and pain from the
+request which it contained. Your mother, like myself, feels grieved
+that you should ask for an additional allowance. You should consider
+that you have brothers and sisters for whom I have also to make a
+provision, and that if the allowance I now give you (which is
+considered large) be increased, it must deprive us all of some of
+our necessary comforts. You must reflect on this, dear boy, and then
+I am well assured that you will not urge your request. I will,
+however (for this once alone, understand me), make you a present of
+Thirty Pounds. Your own good sense, I am certain, will show you the
+necessity of retrenchment, so I shall not allude to the matter
+further. The presents you sent us each by last mail are much
+appreciated and treasured by us.</p>
+
+<p>We are going to move from this neighbourhood, as we find it too
+expensive; when next you write, therefore, address to Durnford
+Street.</p>
+
+<p>Your brother Fred is going to be married, but will live near us. His
+future wife is a daughter of Mr. Passmore, and at his death she will
+have about 2000<i>l</i>.; at present he will make her an allowance of
+80<i>l</i>. per annum.</p>
+
+<p>All your pets are well, and we guard them jealously for your sake.
+Trusting you will remain some time at Shopoo, as it agrees with you
+so well, and that we may constantly hear from you,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Believe me, with our united kindest love,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your affectionate father,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H. V. <span class="smcap">Rossiter</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_26">[26]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From one Brother to another, on having unexpectedly amassed a
+Fortune.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Natal, S. Africa, February 1st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear William</span>,</p>
+
+<p>You are well aware that when I sailed from England a few years ago,
+after paying my passage out I had but a very few pounds left; but I
+soon got good employment, and saved out of my wages all that I
+possibly could. I never was very fond of company, and have no
+expensive habits; so at the end of two years I found myself with
+30<i>l.</i> to my credit in the bank. When the report came here of
+diamonds being found up the country, I started off, bag and baggage,
+and on my arrival got an allotment, and went to work with a hearty
+good will. For many a weary day I toiled, giving myself little time
+for rest. At last I was rewarded: among the washings I found a
+diamond, a small one, yet what a treasure I thought it! On and on I
+toiled&mdash;some weeks with success, and others with none; however, my
+labours have been successful: I have been fortunate enough to find
+diamonds, which, when valued, have realized the handsome sum of
+&pound;&mdash;&mdash;.</p>
+
+<p>Tell my dearest mother that now she will never want. I am coming
+home, and shall invest for her sole use during her lifetime &pound;&mdash;&mdash;.</p>
+
+<p>Will you, dear William, look out for a good school for my little
+sister? She must be nine years of age now. Ask the clergyman's wife
+to recommend you one. I wish her to be educated as a lady, and she
+shall have the &pound;&mdash;&mdash; at my mother's death. How I wish our poor
+father had lived to derive some comfort from my fortune! You shall
+have 100<i>l.</i> paid to your credit to<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_27">[27]</a></span> provide the things Jane will
+require on going to school, and to pay for the first half-year's
+expenses there. I hope to be home in six months, when I will take a
+suitable house for our dear mother. If you will accept it from me, I
+make you a present of &pound;&mdash;&mdash;; with the remainder of my earnings I
+shall purchase a nice property, so that I may be certain my money
+will be secure, for were I to speculate I might lose all.</p>
+
+<p>With best love, and hoping shortly to see you happy and well,</p>
+
+<p class="right3">Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your affectionate brother,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Angus M'Donald</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Gentleman in India to a Relation in England.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Camp, Booltan, Feb. 1st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dear</span> &mdash;&mdash;,</p>
+
+<p>Many thanks for your last letter, which arrived some three weeks
+ago. We never received the letter to which you allude, containing
+the photographs; and I am very sorry it went astray, for we should
+have liked so much to have them. I hope, if you have other copies,
+that you will kindly send them to us when you next write.</p>
+
+<p>We both desire to thank you for your kind and cordial reception of
+dear Richard. He wrote and told us how warmly you received him, and
+how pleased and gratified he was to see you. I trust he will come to
+see you again on his return from Devon, where he was when we last
+heard from him. We miss him terribly, and look forward anxiously to
+meeting him out here again next year, if, please God, we are all
+spared. James, his wife, and children are living down<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_28">[28]</a></span> at
+Cheltenham. I wonder if there is any chance of your meeting? Sarah
+Maria is in Cornwall, but they took a house for a term of years near
+Watford, and will be back there, certainly before Christmas; she had
+no idea you were in London, and I must tell her of it when I next
+write to her. We are now in camp, marching about the district; of
+course I do my office as usual in tents every day&mdash;a happy, gipsy
+kind of life&mdash;and dearest Sophie and the little ones always enjoy
+it. Give my kindest love to Emma and Blanche. I have been intending
+to write to Emma, and I will really write soon; but in the hot
+weather one feels terribly indisposed for letter-writing, and I have
+quite quill-work enough to do every day. Our kindest love to
+yourself and Horace, and to Jane and Sophia; and many kisses from
+our little darling.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Always your very affectionate cousin,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Harold Sothern</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Father, who has lately lost his Wife, to his Daughter at School.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Woburn, July 20th.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My darling Child</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I was very pleased and comforted by your last affectionate letter.
+Bitterly indeed do I miss you! Had I given way to my own selfish
+wishes, I think I should not have allowed you to return to school.
+Your dear aunt, however, who is now looking carefully after my
+domestic affairs, showed me so plainly that by keeping you at home I
+should be depriving you of the advantages of education, that I
+sacrificed my feelings for your sake. On reflection, also, I hoped
+that you would find some little consolation and comfort from<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_29">[29]</a></span>
+association with young ladies of your own age, for here all is
+cheerless and dreary. The void caused by your dear mother's death
+can never be refilled; my home is truly desolate. It would have been
+wrong to keep you at home to share my grief, and thus uselessly add
+bitterness to your younger years. Do not grieve too long and
+bitterly, my child, for your dearly loved mother; imitate her in
+every action of her life; and when Time has slightly moderated your
+poor father's sorrow, and you are in charge of his home and your
+own, things may be brighter and more cheerful again.</p>
+
+<p class="right3">Pray write to me soon, and</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Your ever affectionate father,</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Parent to his Daughter at Service.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Farndon, March 1st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dear Daughter</span>,</p>
+
+<p>When you left home for service, you were so young and inexperienced
+that we were most anxious as to your welfare. We are truly thankful
+to find from your letter, received a few days ago, that you are in a
+place that is likely to prove comfortable. I need not give you much
+advice as to obedience, for you have always been, both to your
+mother and myself, a most obedient and dutiful child. Your mistress
+is very kind in showing you how to perform your duties. Be
+attentive, and grateful to her for such kindness.</p>
+
+<p>Do not make acquaintances too hurriedly; never stay out later than
+the hour appointed for you to be at home; and on no account whatever
+admit any one into the house, without first obtaining leave from
+your<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_30">[30]</a></span> mistress. Never miss an opportunity of attending Divine
+worship. Write to us as often as you can; and with the love of your
+mother and myself,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Believe me, your affectionate father,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Joseph Hodges</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Father to his Son, who has been complaining of the severity
+of his Master.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Putney, March, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dear Frederick</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I was very sorry indeed to find from your last that you were not
+satisfied with your place, and that your master was always finding
+fault with you. You must not imagine that in doing so he is at all
+cruel or severe; but, having a great interest in your future
+welfare, he wishes, whilst there is yet time, to correct the faults
+he sees you commit. It is not with you that he is angry; it is with
+the faults and errors he sees you fall into. It is for your good,
+believe me, my dear Fred, that he speaks; and in after years you
+will look with gratitude and respect on Mr. C&mdash;&mdash;, who now appears
+to you to be harsh and unkind. With our fondest love, hoping you are
+well, and that you will become more contented soon,</p>
+
+<p class="right3">Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Your ever affectionate father,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Letter of Condolence.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Hampton Road, April 4th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dear J&mdash;&mdash;n</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I sincerely commiserate you in this your fearful and awful
+visitation. Sad indeed it is to lose<span class="pagenum">[31]</span> your wife and your expected
+child in one short moment! Your dear wife, we are well aware (as far
+as human beings can form a judgment of the lives of their fellow
+creatures) was in every act, deed, and word a true Christian. Your
+account of her death is deeply touching; but how grateful you must
+have felt to have seen her so resigned and happy in the thought
+that, although her loss would cast a shadow on your life on earth,
+you would meet her hereafter in that better world, where no trouble
+or sorrow is to be found. She was good in every acceptation of the
+term: her charities (so unostentatiously dispensed), her cheerful
+willingness to relieve any real distress, her talents and charms,
+endeared her to all. Naturally you must deeply grieve for the loss
+of one so dear and excellent. You have again another source of grief
+in the loss of your child; dear J&mdash;&mdash;, and at present all
+consolation must seem to you impossible; but God has ordained that
+Time shall bring comfort and soothing for all earthly sorrows, and
+to its healing influence we must leave you. As soon as you feel
+equal to the journey, come to us, and stay as long as you feel
+inclined. We will walk and ride together. There is great healing in
+Nature, and open-air exercise&mdash;I speak from experience&mdash;does as much
+as reason and philosophy in soothing a great grief.</p>
+
+<p>My wife unites with me in best regards and truest sympathy.</p>
+
+<p class="right3">I am ever,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Dear J&mdash;&mdash;,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours most truly,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_32">[32]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>To a Gentleman whose Brother is dangerously Ill, offering him
+Consolation and Comfort.</i></p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dear</span> &mdash;&mdash;,</p>
+
+<p>Every morning we listen for the post with the greatest anxiety,
+trusting that it will bring us better news of your dear brother. The
+accounts yesterday gave us a very lively idea of your situation,
+while you are expecting so critical and dangerous an hour as that
+which you have in view. We deeply feel for you, yet we know you are
+and will be supported. We pray for you and your brother, and we know
+and believe that He on whom we call is rich in mercy and mighty to
+save. We see many around us who have been restored from the very
+gates of the grave when every human effort has proved ineffectual.
+This gives us hopes that our supplications may terminate in praises
+for your dear brother's restoration to health.</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours most truly,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Giving Information about Trains.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Chatham, June 3rd.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dear</span> &mdash;&mdash;,</p>
+
+<p>We were all very glad to find on Martha's return yesterday that you
+would come on Saturday, and we trust we may induce you to stay until
+Monday.</p>
+
+<p>I enclose you a list of the departure and arrival of the trains. The
+launch takes place at three o'clock, but (if you can manage it) you
+had better come early, that you may have a rest after your journey.
+Let us know at what time you propose leaving London, and we will
+meet you at the station. It appears to me<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_33">[33]</a></span> the one leaving at 10.30,
+and arriving at 11.30, is the best, as you will only be an hour on
+the road. However, let us know.</p>
+
+<p>We unite in kindest love to all, and best regards to A&mdash;&mdash;</p>
+
+<p class="right">Your affectionate brother,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<div class="center">
+<table border="0" cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0" summary="Train Schedule">
+<tr><td class="tdc">Leave Victoria.</td><td class="tdc">Arrive at Chatham.</td></tr>
+<tr><td class="tdc">09.15</td><td class="tdc">11.20</td></tr>
+<tr><td class="tdc">10.30</td><td class="tdc">11.30</td></tr>
+<tr><td class="tdc">11.35</td><td class="tdc">01.15</td></tr>
+<tr><td class="tdc">12.30</td><td class="tdc">01.36</td></tr>
+</table></div>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Gentleman applying for Sittings or a Pew in a Parish Church,
+in the Country.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Wales, October 18th, 187-</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I should feel much obliged if you would use your influence with the
+churchwardens to procure me a pew or sittings for myself and family
+in the Parish Church. I need not point out to you the inconvenience
+arising from not having one allotted to me. I purposed making a
+formal application to the churchwardens, but being a stranger to
+them all, I believe a word from you would procure them for me. For
+some weeks I have been confined to the house from indisposition, or
+I would have done myself the pleasure of making my request in
+person.</p>
+
+<p class="right3">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Dear Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Very truly yours,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<p>The Rev. &mdash;<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_34">[34]</a></span>&mdash;</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Gentleman applying to an Agent at a Watering-place for Lodgings.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Thickset Lodge, Howbury, May 1st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Wishing to leave my house in the country for some months in the
+summer, I should feel obliged if you would inform me whether there
+would be much difficulty in obtaining furnished apartments at &mdash;&mdash;.
+I am well aware that at some of the towns on the South Coast
+(especially at this time, when a demonstration of our naval forces
+is to be made) it may be difficult to find them. You know the place
+well, and also about the terms I generally give.</p>
+
+<p>If you have received my rent from Dr. &mdash;&mdash;, please forward it at
+your convenience, and let me know if any repairs are required at the
+house.</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours faithfully,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Reply.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Marchsea, May 4th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>In reply to your letter, I beg to inform you that all the best
+lodgings here are occupied, and I fear that I cannot find any which
+would suit you.</p>
+
+<p>I enclose a cheque for your rent, and am happy to inform you that no
+repairs are required at present at Bellevue.</p>
+
+<p class="right4">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right3">Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Your obedient servant,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_35">[35]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>An Application for a Donation to a Charitable Institution in the
+Country, such as Coal and Blanket Club and Soup Kitchen.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Hampton, December 1st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Having taken great interest in forming a club for providing coals
+and blankets, and also in establishing a soup kitchen for the poor
+in this town, I venture to request your charitable co-operation. I
+enclose you a prospectus, which will enable you at one glance to see
+to what extent any donation you may send will entitle you to
+recommend families who by misfortune or sickness are unfortunately
+compelled to solicit relief.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours obediently,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Letter in reply, enclosing a Donation.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Hampton, December 4th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I am much pleased to find the interest you take in the suffering
+poor at this inclement season is so great. Your prospectus is very
+satisfactory; but as I am well assured that all cases of a really
+deserving nature must be fully known to you, I must request you to
+distribute as you please the number of tickets to which I am
+entitled for the cheque for 10<i>l.</i> which I enclose.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours obediently,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_36">[36]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Reply, unfavourable, to an application for a Donation.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Belfield, January 1st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>In acknowledging the receipt of your letter of the 22nd, soliciting
+a subscription to assist you in your charitable efforts for
+relieving the many distressed poor in your neighbourhood, I regret
+extremely to have to reply that it is out of my power to help you.
+Prior to the receipt of your application I had made arrangements to
+supply some poor families with soup three days in each week for the
+next six weeks. I cannot afford to devote more money to this object.</p>
+
+<p class="right3">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Dear Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours faithfully,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">John Ellis</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Gentleman to a Friend, speaking of kindness received in another
+friend's house.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Stalybridge, May 1st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear George</span>,</p>
+
+<p>You will, I am certain, be very sorry to hear that for the last six
+weeks I have been confined to the house with a severe attack of
+rheumatic gout. You, who so well know my active habits, can
+thoroughly enter into my feelings at being a prisoner for so long a
+time. The agony I have suffered has been excruciating; I was unable
+to move without assistance, and was as feeble as an infant, being
+unable to do the most trifling thing for myself. But you will be
+glad to hear that I received the greatest kindness and attention
+from our friends. I was unable to hold a book or<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_37">[37]</a></span> a newspaper, but
+every morning one or the other of this kind family with whom I am
+staying tried to relieve the monotony of my life by reading to me;
+in the afternoon some of them would come and tell me the news; and
+in the evening, whilst I sat propped up on a sofa, the charming
+daughters would sing and play. I feel grieved to remember the
+inconvenience and annoyance I must have been to them all, and shall
+be happy indeed when I can be moved; as, although they are so
+extremely kind, I feel what a tremendous amount of additional labour
+I must cause to all the household. Never can I forget the attention
+and kindness shown me. I shall be very glad to see you when you come
+home. Have you had much civility shown you at P&mdash;&mdash;? It used to be a
+very nice place when I lived there.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours very sincerely,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">James Turner</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Gentleman in reply.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Preston, May 6th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear James</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I am sorry to hear you have had such a severe attack. Nothing is so
+trying to a man of active habits, like yourself, as confinement to
+the house. It was fortunate for you that you were not laid up during
+the best part of the hunting season, as I am afraid your patient
+spirit would have utterly rebelled against your privation from one
+of the only things you really enjoy. We are very snug indeed here,
+and are made a great deal of. We need never be at home unless we
+choose. Your friends the<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_38">[38]</a></span> Ducrows have a very nice house near, and
+they have introduced me to some very pleasant people. One of their
+daughters is a very charming girl. We sing duets together; and as we
+have to practise for some musical parties, I see a great deal of
+her. You would like her, I think. I hope we may remain here some
+time longer, as it is not often one meets with such real friendship
+as the people here have shown us. I send you a few papers which may
+amuse you. I hope to hear soon that you are better. When you are
+able to travel I shall be glad to see you here; I can put you up
+very comfortably.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours very sincerely,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">George Milner</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Gentleman to another, explaining the cause of not replying
+to a Letter from a Gentleman Abroad.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Poonah House, December 14th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dear John</span>,</p>
+
+<p>You must not measure the real pleasure and gratification it afforded
+me to receive your letter by the time I have taken to answer it. I
+have meant many times to sit down and write to you, but one thing or
+the other has prevented me. The chief cause of my silence, I grieve
+to say, has been the fresh sorrows we have lately had, in the loss
+of our dear little pet, a boy of nearly one year old, during
+teething, and then the break-up of our little comfortable home in
+consequence of this&mdash;for my dear wife was quite broken by it, in
+health and spirits; and requiring change of air, I sent her and our
+eldest girl to Dawlish, where they are now comfortably established
+with my brother's family, and<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_39">[39]</a></span> I sincerely hope the change will
+prove beneficial to them both. There are many of our old Durham
+friends residing there, which will be pleasant for her. I shall be
+so completely tied by business here for some weeks, or it may be
+longer, that I can scarcely fix the time I shall join them. I shall
+be dull enough alone, you may well imagine. Forgive my apparent
+neglect, and if you should be passing near be good enough to give me
+a call. We are a party of about seven in this boarding-house. The
+terms are very moderate, and if you know any friend requiring
+accommodation in one, I can vouch for their being comfortable here.
+Best regards to your wife and daughters.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours very sincerely,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H. D.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Gentleman in Town to another in the Country, enclosing a
+Wedding Gift.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">United Hotel, Waterloo Place, January 18th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dear Jones</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I am sorry I have not been able to run over to see you lately, but
+some friends of ours from the country have been in Town, and I have
+had to go about with them constantly. I am just off for a fortnight
+into Warwickshire, but shall call as soon as I return. I hope you
+are now free from bronchitis, and I trust that Mrs. J&mdash;&mdash;s and the
+young ladies are well. I had a very quiet Christmas with my dear old
+mother. I suppose you are busy in preparations for the wedding. I
+enclose a small present; it may be more useful than any ornament I
+can at present think of, and your daughter can purchase with it
+whatever she may consider best. I wish her every happiness. Are any
+of you going to<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_40">[40]</a></span> see the opening of Parliament? If so I can secure
+you a very advantageous seat. With kind regards and good wishes,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">I remain, yours sincerely,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H. W. B.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Letter to a Gentleman who has been making inquiries about a
+Lady's Horse.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Hithrun, March 26th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Marden</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Mr. Somes, of B&mdash;&mdash;, has requested me to tell you that he will sell
+his mare for thirty-five guineas. She is aged about eight or nine;
+has been as you know regularly hunted for the last two or more
+seasons, and is a safe and beautiful hack, and goes well in harness.
+I need not say more than to observe that he is perfectly indifferent
+about selling her, though much obliged to you for recommending her.
+I think she is well worth fifty pounds.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours very truly,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">J. L&mdash;&mdash;t</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Regretting being unable to give an Appointment to a Situation.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Oakham, December 1st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Mr.</span> &mdash;&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>I am exceedingly sorry at having to return your enclosures without
+being able to offer you the appointment in question.</p>
+
+<p>Regretting the trouble you have had, and with my best wishes,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours very truly,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H. H. V.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_41">[41]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From one Gentleman to another, relative to a Dog.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Rochester, March 6th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Fellowes</span>,</p>
+
+<p>As you are well up in everything relating to diseases in dogs, I
+wish for your advice about my puppy. Some people tell me that by
+vaccinating him I shall ward off the distemper. Do you think it
+would prove efficacious? I should be sorry to lose him. Perhaps you
+will drop me a line when you have time. You are generally so
+occupied that it is scarcely fair to trouble you, but I think you
+will in this case excuse your old friend. Have you seen anything of
+Doxman lately? He was here last week.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours very sincerely,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H. M. E.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Reply to Letter relative to a Dog.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Tipnor, 10th March, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Purchase</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I have always leisure to give a friend a hint if I think it possible
+to be useful, so I lose no time in replying to you about your pup
+and the distemper. I have tried vaccination and found it a perfect
+fallacy, and many of my friends, real judges of dogs, and one of
+whom is frequently appealed to on matters of dispute with regard to
+their treatment, decidedly says he has no faith in it, and that the
+effects are nothing. One of my friends had some dogs which all
+escaped distemper, but that was attributed to his never giving them
+any animal food. I rarely have a case (among my dogs) of distemper,
+and if I do it is generally very mild, and I account for it from<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_42">[42]</a></span> my
+mode of feeding them. Until they reach the age of twelve months I
+keep them entirely, or nearly so, on bread and milk, potatoes,
+cabbage, meal, and milk, with the very slightest quantity imaginable
+of flesh food. Do not keep your dog too closely confined; feed him
+as I advise, and he may escape distemper altogether. Should he not,
+it will not be so severe as if you had fed him entirely on meat. I
+shall be coming into your neighbourhood shortly, and will pay you a
+visit.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours sincerely,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">H. M. Fox</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>In reply to a Gentleman inquiring for a Solicitor who may be
+moderate in his charges.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Sheffield, December 29th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">My dear Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>When I retired from business I relinquished my connexion in favour
+of my former partner, Mr. &mdash;&mdash;, and I have much pleasure in giving
+you his name and address:&mdash;4, Boland Street, close to the newly
+erected Sessions Hall. He will, I am sure, be glad to attend to your
+friend's business, and make only fair charges.</p>
+
+<p>I am much obliged for your kind inquiries, and am happy to say my
+wife and children are all well, and unite with me in kind
+remembrances. When you write to your sister-in-law, will you be so
+good as to present our kind regards to her? If you find time and
+opportunity to come so far north as this, we shall be extremely glad
+to see you.</p>
+
+<p>Thank you very much for your kind offer of a welcome, and believe me
+to be,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours truly,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H. F.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_43">[43]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Application for a House, Furnished, desiring Lowest Terms.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">The Limes, Hampstead, May 1st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Being in want of a furnished residence, the enclosed order to view
+yours has been sent to me. Please let me know, before I go to view
+it, what will be the lowest rent. Please return the order.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours faithfully,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H. D. T.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>To a Relieving Officer, by a Neighbour of a Poor Woman taken Ill.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Tapton, March 17th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Mrs. Waterson, a neighbour of mine, whom I have known for more than
+fifteen years as an industrious woman, is now ill and unable to
+work. She has no relations who can assist her in any way. Would you,
+next Thursday, on your way to the board of guardians' meeting, call
+and see her? Her house is at the corner of Sedgwood Lane. I will see
+that her wants are attended to until then.</p>
+
+<p class="right3">I am, Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your obedient servant,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">George Newns</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Reply to a Gentleman recommending a young Man for Employment as a
+Porter.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Hitchin, June 12th, 18&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I have received your communication relative <span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_44">[44]</a></span>to John &mdash;&mdash;. From the
+accounts you give of his general good conduct, his honesty, and the
+respectability of his family, I think he will be just the person I
+require to take the place of the porter I have lately lost by death.
+If the young man will call to-morrow, he can commence his duties.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours obediently,</p>
+
+<p class="right">J. D. S&mdash;&mdash;.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Application to Borrow Money.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Ashmead, January 11th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Rogers</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Having been rather unfortunate in some speculations of late, I find
+I am unable to meet the demands of a tradesman, who positively says
+he cannot remain longer without a settlement of his account. He
+threatens proceedings, which just at present would prove very
+disagreeable. Could you, without inconvenience, oblige me with the
+loan of 20<i>l.</i> for a month?</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours ever,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Seth Jones</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Reply, granting the Loan.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">18, Stanhope Gardens, January 11th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Jones</span>,</p>
+
+<p>There is nothing so annoying as to be threatened with proceedings.
+Perhaps you have not replied civilly to your tradesman's demand for
+payment; generally speaking, if you do so, they are not pressing. I
+enclose you a cheque for 20<i>l.</i>, and shall<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_45">[45]</a></span> be glad if you will dine
+with me this evening. Bring your I. O. U.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours ever,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Saml. Rogers</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Reply to a Gentleman who wishes to claim an Estate in Chancery.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Strand, June 14th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>In reply to your letter of the 11th inst. relative to the Pulwood
+estate, in Chancery, I think that your first step is to ascertain in
+whose Court the suit is pending. You can discover this by searching
+at the Record and Writ Clerks' Courts, in Chancery Lane. You must
+then ascertain by search in Chambers of the Judge to whose Court the
+suit is attached, to what stage the proceedings have advanced, and,
+if no certificate has issued finding the heir or heirs, you must
+make out your pedigree, by searching parish and other registers, old
+family Bibles, &amp;c., and obtain also all the evidence you possibly
+can in support of it; but you had better employ a solicitor. I trust
+you will be successful.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours truly,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Josiah Webb</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>In reply to a Gentleman asking the Loan of a Book relative to
+German Spa Waters.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Harrow, May 4th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Francis</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I was heartily glad to hear from you again, as I was beginning to
+fancy you had forgotten me. So<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_46">[46]</a></span> you are thinking of going abroad to
+try the German waters? I have a very useful book, called "The Baths
+of Europe," and also a small pamphlet on the "German Waters." I will
+lend them both to you. There are some others written by English
+physicians, but I forget their titles at this moment. Any
+bookseller, however, would supply you with the information; but let
+me advise you, if you intend trying a course of water-drinking or
+bathing at the foreign spas, not to select any particular place or
+bath merely from a description given in a book, however good or
+reliable it may be, so much depends on individual cases and
+constitutions. Consult first some physician who has made the foreign
+baths his particular study.</p>
+
+<p>Trusting you will derive benefit from the change,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Believe me, yours ever,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Gentleman applying for a Loan on the Insurance of his Life.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Chelsea, S.W., May 14th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Having seen an advertisement in the <i>Evening Standard</i>, stating that
+advances are made by you on life policies at the rate of 5 per cent.
+per annum, I should feel obliged if you would inform me what amount
+would be advanced on my life policy. I have insured in the
+G&mdash;&mdash; office for nearly eighteen years. The policy is No. 18,723. The
+annual premium is 50<i>l.</i> A reply at your earliest convenience will
+oblige,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours faithfully,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">S. H. Bolt</span>.</p>
+
+<p>To J. H., Esq.,<br />
+E. I. Office, Trade Street.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_47">[47]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Appointing an Interview relative to a Loan</i>.</p>
+
+<p>Trade Street, May 16th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>In reply to your note of the 14th, I have to request you will be
+good enough to favour me with a call to-morrow at about 11 <span class="smcap">A.M.</span> Will
+you kindly bring your policy with you, and the last receipt?</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Yours faithfully,</p>
+
+<p class="right1"><span class="smcap">George Simms</span>,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><i>Secretary</i>.</p>
+
+<p>S. H. Bolt, Esq.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Letter from a Marine Engineer, seeking an eligible Partnership.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Ipswich, March 14, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>From an intimate friend of your family with whom I have spent a few
+days, I am led to suppose you have some desire to join in a
+desirable partnership. I beg to inform you that for some years I
+have been engaged in iron ship-building, and I am prepared to take a
+partner, active or otherwise. The business in which I am at present
+engaged is connected with an extensive graving dock, now in
+formation; attached to which will be marine engine and boiler works,
+so that we may be able to attend, not only to the lengthening and
+requisite repairs of the hulls, but be able to uphold and renovate
+their engines, boilers, &amp;c. &amp;c., a combination which is now
+specially demanded by the greatly increased employment of steam
+vessels.</p>
+
+<p>If you will favour me with a call, I will enter more fully into
+particulars.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I remain, Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours faithfully,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H. B. C.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_48">[48]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Gentleman having visited a Property making an Offer for it.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">The Elms, Whitchurch, Feb. 15th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I am this moment returned from Nantwich, having travelled part of
+the way last night from B&mdash;&mdash;. The house there did not quite satisfy
+me, but if the trustees of the late owner will do what is required,
+the place may be made suitable. I looked over the house, grounds,
+and furniture, and my chief objection is to the want of finish about
+the grounds. With the house itself I am quite satisfied, and the
+furnishing of the ground floor requires no special remark; but the
+bedrooms appear rather defective. Some rooms I could not see, on
+account of the indisposition of the present tenant. On the whole my
+notion of the value is about &pound;&mdash;per annum, which, if entertained, I
+should be disposed to give, supposing the trustees will do all I
+require.</p>
+
+<p>I should prefer renting the house for a twelvemonth's occupancy,
+with option to make it five years. I shall be in London next week,
+and will fix a day for calling on you if you think it likely we may
+come to terms. I of course assume that the house would be fully
+furnished in every respect, excepting plate and linen. I should wish
+some inexpensive matters done to the grounds which I will explain if
+we meet. Should you wish any further references I shall be happy to
+furnish you with them.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours truly,</p>
+
+<p class="right">A. B. H.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_49">[49]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Reply to a Gentleman who has been treating for a House.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Westwood, February 16th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I am glad to find by your letter of yesterday's date that you like
+the house. I only wish you could have seen it when I occupied it
+myself&mdash;there would have been no cause of complaint as to the
+out-door appearance then. I shall be very glad indeed to see you in
+London on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday next (on Thursday I go
+Axminster), but should those days be inconvenient, pray name your
+own. I think it likely we may come to terms. Strange to say, I had
+an application from Mrs. Eglamon's solicitor yesterday, asking
+permission for her to remain a few months longer. I shall not reply
+until I have seen you.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours truly,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H. &mdash;&mdash;.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Young Man who has taken his late Employer's Business, to an
+old Customer.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Romsey, July 4th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I doubt not that you have heard of the death of my late employer. I
+have managed his business during the whole of his illness, and as
+his widow declines to carry it on, I have taken the shop and
+stock-in-trade, and shall be glad to keep up the connexion with you.
+I have sent the enclosed bills, which are due, and you may depend on
+punctuality and attention if you honour me with your orders.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours respectfully,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_50">[50]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>To a Young Man, relative to his late Employer's Business, which he
+proposes to carry on.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Portsmouth, July 7th, 187-</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I received yours of the 4th inst., and am extremely sorry to hear of
+the death of my old friend, your late employer, but at the same time
+very much pleased to find that his business has fallen into such
+good hands as yours. You have double advantages over a stranger, as
+you are well acquainted with your late employer's trade and
+customers, which, by his transactions with me, appear to be very
+extensive. I have sent your order in ten bales marked D.P., by the
+8.40 train, and you will find them as good as your best customers
+can desire. I am very glad you wish to keep up the old connexion.
+Wishing you every success,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours faithfully,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">John Bacon</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Young Tradesman, asking Advice in Difficulties.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Commercial Road, June 12th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I am encouraged by my knowledge of your kindness to ask your advice
+with regard to the difficulties which at present surround me.</p>
+
+<p>On commencing business, about four years since, everything looked
+bright and prosperous, but the pressure put upon me now, in
+consequence of the many bankruptcies that have lately taken place,
+has brought me to the very brink of misery and ruin. I see no<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_51">[51]</a></span>
+prospect before me but to compound with my creditors, and <i>that</i> I
+would by any possibility avoid. Knowing the interest you have always
+taken in me, and being well aware that your advice and assistance
+are most valuable, I now venture to apply to you. I have dreaded to
+do so, as it appeared to me that I was, as it were, imposing upon
+your too compassionate heart. However, now, dear sir, you know the
+whole of my circumstances, and exactly the position in which I find
+myself, through no fault of my own. I shall anxiously await your
+reply. With many thanks for past undeserved kindness,</p>
+
+<p class="right3">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Dear Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours most respectfully,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H. S. F.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Reply to Young Tradesman's Letter, relative to Difficulties.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">St. Mary Axe, London, June 19th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Having admired you for your upright dealings ever since you
+commenced business, I am sorry to hear of your present difficulties.
+There are but two courses open to you&mdash;bankruptcy or composition.
+Compound with your creditors, as the best and only means of showing
+your honesty of purpose, and also because it will save them the
+expenses caused by bankruptcy. I will do all in my power to arrange
+matters for you. My own claim I will not at present press, and very
+possibly when everything is settled you may find yourself in a much
+less distressing position than you at<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_52">[52]</a></span> present imagine. Let me see
+you as soon as you can. Keep nothing back from me.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours truly,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H. T. G.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Man with a small Capital intending to go into Business,
+asking for Advice.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Penge, April 5th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Mr. Matthews</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Having within the last few weeks received a very handsome legacy, I
+am thinking of endeavouring to increase it by going into business.
+For some years, you are aware, I was with Messrs. Piper and Co., and
+I imagine I might derive benefit from their connexion. I am well
+convinced, from your practical knowledge, you will give me such
+information as will prevent my getting into difficulties. I presume
+I must be cautious, in starting in business, not to sink too much of
+my funds in a large stock at first, as there may be a doubt that the
+return would not be sufficiently speedy to cover my outlay, and
+consequently I should be obliged to draw upon my capital for
+household expenses. There is another point on which I wish your
+advice, and that is as to the locality in which I should take a
+business. Do you recommend a new neighbourhood, or not? Will you
+also give me some hints as to the sort of connexion I should
+endeavour to obtain? and doubtless you will oblige me in giving me a
+few general directions as to the best mode of succeeding in my
+undertaking.</p>
+
+<p class="right3">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Dear Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours respectfully,</p>
+
+<p class="right">D. T&mdash;&mdash;.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_53">[53]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Reply to Young Man intending to go into Business.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Tarnham, May 4th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Mr. Thomas</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I was glad to receive your letter, and glad to find you have
+confided in your father's old friend for advice, under the
+circumstance of your starting in business. You do not tell me the
+amount of your capital; but whether large or small, the same rule
+should be adopted;&mdash;you must be very careful in the matter of
+investing your money, for without great precaution and judgment you
+may be a considerable loser. Do not lay in too large a stock. Should
+trade prove slack, the rent and taxes of your premises must be paid;
+the stock lies idle and deteriorates in value; and when once you dip
+into your capital there will be little prospect of your recovering
+yourself again.</p>
+
+<p>With regard to a locality, you must be guided very much by the
+number of the inhabitants, the nature of the neighbourhood, the
+requirements and the customs of the resident population; and if
+possible you should ascertain whether there is any one in the same
+business who may already have obtained the best connexion. Many
+small capitalists, in going into a new neighbourhood, have been
+bitterly disappointed in their expectations of making a good
+connexion. It is really a fact, that the first shops established in
+a new place generally fail. Should your neighbourhood be a poor one,
+guard against laying in a supply of luxuries. Necessaries will be
+certain to sell. Being agent to one of the large wine firms that
+supply grocers is a great advantage, as many a customer coming for
+wine is induced to purchase another article. There is one thing
+necessary to success in business, and that is<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_54">[54]</a></span> civility, an amount
+of which in stock will cost nothing. And by treating all your
+customers, rich and poor, with due deference but not servility, you
+will find your custom very much increase. Let your customers see
+that it is a pleasure for you to oblige, and that it is not done
+with a view only of selfish greed or gain. Should you require advice
+at any future time, I shall be very glad indeed to give you any
+information you may require.</p>
+
+<p>I will close my letter with one more word of counsel, which is
+this&mdash;do not get into debt. Wishing you every success,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Your sincere friend,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Merchant abroad to his Brother, forwarding Goods for Sale,
+and requesting others.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Leghorn, May 4th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Fred</span>,</p>
+
+<p>According to promise by last mail, I send you by first steamer
+twelve bales of raw silk, marked R. N. I need not tell you to
+dispose of them to the best advantage; they are in first-rate
+condition, warranted good; I examined each bale myself before
+shipping. I enclose an order for several different articles of
+British manufacture, to be sent at an early date; let them be as
+good and as <i>cheap</i> as you can possibly procure. That class of goods
+is in great demand at present.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your affectionate brother,</p>
+
+<p class="right">J. T.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_55">[55]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Brother answering his Brother or Friend, relative to receipt of
+Goods.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">London, May 16th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear John</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Yours of the 4th was duly received, and the goods therein mentioned
+have since been delivered at the Custom-house. I immediately
+advertised them for sale in twelve different lots, but they were all
+bought up by one of the principal manufacturers in Spitalfields for
+a good sum, which I have lodged in the bank to your credit. I
+forwarded last week, by the <i>Orion</i>, the different articles you
+ordered. There are twenty bales, marked "A. X." I am told, by judges
+in the trade, that they are the best and cheapest that can be had. I
+shall be glad to hear they have realized your expectations.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your affectionate brother,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Fred</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Gentleman in the Corn Trade to another.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Petersfield, January 31st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear &mdash;&mdash;,</span></p>
+
+<p>We had a tolerable supply of wheat at market to-day; there was
+rather a limited attendance, however, and business on the whole
+proceeded slowly. Most of the samples exhibited were in poor
+condition; and this, coupled with the sluggish demand, caused prices
+to give way from one to two shillings per quarter. Foreign wheat had
+but a dull inquiry. In the flour market there was a moderate
+consumptive business done, at about late terms; best descriptions of
+malting and grinding barleys were held for rather higher terms,<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_56">[56]</a></span>
+with a quiet demand. I shall be in your neighbourhood on Sunday, and
+will give you a call.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours very truly,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">J&mdash;&mdash;n D&mdash;&mdash;r</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Friend at Bradford to his Friend in London, on Business
+(Wool).</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Bradford, January 17th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear &mdash;&mdash;</span>,</p>
+
+<p>We are looking up, as there is a very good tone prevailing in the
+wool market, and a very fair amount of business has been done during
+the past week. The late advancing rates, consequent upon the high
+prices of country dealers, tend to check operations, which are quite
+of a consumptive character. Very good wethers continue in demand.
+Hogs are rather more in favour. Skin wool is also in fair request;
+pieces are very stiff. Hughes' sale the other day fully sustained
+the tendency of the market, both as respects demands and quotations.
+I will not lose an opportunity, believe me.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours sincerely,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">James Bolton</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Shopkeeper in the Country, to a Wholesale Dealer.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Cefnmawr, October 1st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I was very sorry, on the last receipt of a parcel forwarded by you,
+to be obliged to find fault with some of the goods, which were not
+at all up to<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_57">[57]</a></span> sample that was sent about two months since. You
+assured me, at the same time, that in future there should be no
+cause for complaint. Since then I have received my last order, and
+there is, if possible, a greater inferiority in some of the articles
+than on the previous occasion. I do not, believe me, complain
+without cause; my customers are disposed, I fear, to leave me, not
+being satisfied with the quality of the articles I sell. If you will
+make some reduction in price, I will retain those I have now;
+otherwise, however unwilling I may be to do so, I must return them.
+Awaiting an early reply,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I remain, Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours truly,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H. N&mdash;&mdash;.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Wholesale Dealer, to Tradesman in the Country.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">London, October 4th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>We were sorry to find, on receipt of yours of the&mdash;inst., that you
+had occasion again to find fault with the goods lately furnished.
+Some parcels forwarded to you were done so by inadvertence. We
+should be sorry to lose your custom, and also grieved to hear you
+had suffered any pecuniary loss. We are perfectly willing to agree
+to such a reduction in price as you, in your integrity, think fairly
+just.</p>
+
+<p class="right3">We remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours obediently,</p>
+
+<p class="right">A. O&mdash;&mdash;.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_58">[58]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>To a Theatrical Manager.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Shoreham, September, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Having seen in the <i>Era</i> of last week that your theatre opens in a
+fortnight, and that a "General Utility Man" and "First Walking Lady"
+are wanted, I beg to offer the services of Mrs. A. and myself. We
+have filled the same places in many theatres (our last engagement
+was in the North). We have also been very frequently employed in
+arranging and conducting amateur performances. I trust to hear in a
+few days, as I leave this next week.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I remain, Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your obedient servant,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">H. Adair</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a House and Estate Agent, acknowledging receipt of a
+Communication relative to Sale or Letting of a Property.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">84, Crane Street, London, Nov. 14th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Madam</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I am obliged by your favour of yesterday's date, notifying that
+Treverne House will be vacant next month. I am sorry to say, things
+remain very bad here, and I find few purchasers at high prices. See
+my last letter respecting the offer made by Mr. Townsend. I gave you
+information about selling prices, and I do not see much improvement
+in the ideas of buyers at present. By the way, there is a small
+account of 4<i>l.</i> outstanding against you on my books, which
+doubtless you have overlooked. Will you kindly remit it? and please
+say if I am to take any<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_59">[59]</a></span> step beyond placing Treverne House on my
+list, to sell or let.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I remain, Madam,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours faithfully,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Thomas Oliver</span>.</p>
+
+<p>Mrs. A. Morgan,<br />
+18, St. George's Road, Hanover Square.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Gentleman to a Friend, relative to a Bill.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Tangel Lane, May 25th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Robson</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I had a note from Mr. B&mdash;&mdash; this morning relative to our bill for
+50<i>l.</i> I am very anxious about the matter. Will you call to-morrow,
+and bring as much money as you can collect? I am afraid he is
+inclined to be very disagreeable. I will do all I can.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours ever,</p>
+
+<p class="right">J. F. T.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Reply to Question as to Rent of, and permission to View, a House.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Wandsworth, May 5th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>As we are about to go abroad, we wish to let our house quickly, and
+for this purpose have consented to reduce our terms from &mdash;&mdash; guineas
+to &mdash;&mdash; guineas, furnished. We are quite convinced this is a very
+cheap rental for the style and accommodation of the place, which we
+think you will be pleased with, if you will favour it with a visit.
+The scenery is beautiful; the parish church is close at hand, as
+also the station;<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_60">[60]</a></span> the neighbourhood is excellent. There is a good
+market town within easy reach. Trusting to hear from you shortly,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours faithfully,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H&mdash;&mdash; H&mdash;&mdash;.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From the Secretary of a Convalescent Hospital, applying for
+Expenses of Patients.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Denbigh, July 20th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I am directed by the committee of management to request you will
+remit the sum due for the maintenance of the sick people introduced
+by you during the last quarter. The amount due, I believe, was
+furnished you by the house surgeon a week or two since.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I remain, Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your obedient servant,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H&mdash;&mdash; H&mdash;&mdash; I&mdash;&mdash;.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Gentleman, enclosing a Certificate of Illness from a Medical
+Man, excusing himself from attending at his Office.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Brompton, May 28th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I enclose, as you wish, a certificate from Dr. R. P&mdash;&mdash;, who has
+been attending me for the last few weeks. I hope most sincerely I
+shall be able to resume my duties about the middle of the week,
+particularly if I go on improving as I have done the last few days.</p><p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_61">[61]</a></span></p>
+
+<p>I trust you will tender my best thanks to all for their forbearance
+and assistance during my illness.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Believe me,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours very truly,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H. B. H.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Medical Attendant's Certificate.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Brompton, May 28th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>I beg to certify that Mr. J. W&mdash;&mdash; is unable to attend to his
+duties. For some weeks past he has suffered greatly, but I think in
+a week or ten days he will be in a position to resume his post.</p>
+
+<p class="right">B&mdash;&mdash; O&mdash;&mdash;, M.D.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Reply to an Advertisement for the Appointment of Medical Officer to
+an Union Division.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Bromley, May 14th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Gentlemen</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Herewith I enclose my testimonials, with an application for the
+appointment of Medical Officer to the Upton Division of your parish.
+I am duly qualified, as a reference to the "Medical Register" will
+show. Should you be pleased to elect me to the vacant post, I can
+assure you that no pains on my part shall be wanting to alleviate
+the sufferings of the poor, with due regard to the interests of the
+ratepayers.</p>
+
+<p class="right3">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Gentlemen,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your obedient Servant,</p>
+
+<p class="right">P&mdash;&mdash; A&mdash;&mdash;.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_62">[62]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>To a Gentleman in reply as to an Agency for a Bordeaux Firm.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Strand, London, March 6th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I have received your letter of the 4th inst. If you feel confident
+that you are in a position to do a good and safe private trade for
+my firm I shall be pleased to hear from you with regard to
+references, &amp;c. The commission we allow to our agents is 15 per
+cent., the cheapest qualities excepted, on which we allow only 10
+per cent. commission. Letters for me to be addressed "Care of
+Messrs. F&mdash;&mdash;t and F&mdash;&mdash;k, Strand, London." I shall be returning to
+Bordeaux shortly, and await your early reply</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Yours truly,</p>
+
+<p class="right1"><span class="smcap">James Mortine</span>.</p>
+
+<p class="right"><i>One of the Firm of Mortine &amp; Co.</i></p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Letter urging Payment of a Debt.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Doncaster, April 10th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I have made several applications to you for the settlement of your
+account, now a long time over due. Our clerk has frequently called
+for it, but has not been fortunate enough to have an interview with
+you. I have a very large amount to make up by the end of this month,
+and must beg of you to give attention to it before that time. You
+must be aware that the account has already run far beyond my usual
+term of credit. Awaiting an early settlement,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I am, Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your obedient Servant,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H. H. C.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_63">[63]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Tenant to a Landlord, requesting Time to Pay Rent.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">14, Steel Street, January 21st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>From most unexpected and distressing circumstances, of which perhaps
+you may, by report, have become acquainted before this, I regret
+that I have been unable to pay my rent for the past half-year. But
+as up to this time the payment has always been punctually made, I
+hope I may request your kind forbearance a short time longer.
+Trusting that you will accede to my request,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I am, dear Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours respectfully,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Adam Jones</span>.</p>
+
+<p>C. Douglas, Esq.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Answer from a Landlord in reply to a Tenant, relative to
+Non-payment of Rent.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Lansdowne Place, April 14th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>As you assume, I have heard reports of your distressing
+disappointments. I think you have known me long enough to be sure I
+would not willingly distress any one, more especially a tenant who
+up to this time has been so punctual in his payments. When you can
+conveniently pay the last half-year's rent, do so; I shall not&mdash;rest
+assured&mdash;make any demand upon you for it. Trusting that your
+difficulties will soon be satisfactorily arranged,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours faithfully,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">John Savage</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_64">[64]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Reply from Landlord to a Tenant, relative to Non-payment of Rent.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Hood's Place, Waverton, January 21st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I regret to hear of the difficulties and disappointments which you
+tell me in your letter of the 19th inst. you are at present
+experiencing. Were it in my power to grant you time to pay the rent
+now overdue, I would most willingly do so; but I have heavy and
+serious calls upon me at this moment, and must therefore request you
+to forward me the amount by return of post.</p>
+
+<p class="right3">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours obediently,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">James Goodchild</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Sugar Refiner applying for a Situation.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Shoreditch, July 19th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Gentlemen</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Being out of employment at present, and hearing you required a
+sober, steady, active, and pushing man to superintend your business
+upstairs, I write to inform you that for years I was head upstairs
+man at Messrs. &mdash;&mdash; and Co. You will see by the enclosed copy of a
+testimonial from them that the duties of filling out the goods up to
+the stoving, were carried out in such a manner as to convince them I
+thoroughly understood the business. A reply at your convenience will
+much oblige,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours respectfully,</p>
+
+<p class="right">O. &mdash;&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>Messrs. Sweet and Sharp.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_65">[65]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>An Application for an Appointment on a Railway.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Chatham, January 1st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Having received my discharge from the army after completing ten
+years' service, and being desirous of obtaining employment as a
+porter on a railway, I take the liberty of enclosing a copy of my
+discharge to you, understanding you have great influence in the
+appointment of the Company's servants. I have never filled such an
+appointment before, but I lived as footman for some years with a
+gentleman whose testimony as to character I also enclose. I trust
+you will favourably consider my case. Should my application prove
+successful I will always endeavour, by diligent discharge of my
+duty, to show my sense of your kindness.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I remain, Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your most obedient Servant,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">James Maurice</span>.</p>
+
+<p>Samuel Stevens, Esq.,<br />
+Secretary Tavistock Railway.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Reply to a Gentleman requiring a Situation as a Clerk and Foreign
+Correspondent.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Austin Friars, July 14th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I am glad to be able to offer you the position you sought. Your
+testimonials are excellent. Although you had many competitors, your
+knowledge of languages (more especially German) had great weight,
+and we have decided to appoint you. The gentleman who has held the
+appointment up to this time is, I find,<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_66">[66]</a></span> residing in your
+neighbourhood. He may be known to you; if so, he would I dare say
+tell you we are extremely particular as to punctuality. You can
+commence your duties on Monday next.</p>
+
+<p class="right3">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Dear Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours obediently,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">J. Jones</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Applying for a Clerkship.</i></p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Gentlemen</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Being desirous of obtaining a clerkship, and seeing by advertisement
+that your firm is in want of a confidential clerk, I beg to offer
+myself as a candidate for the situation. I held a similar
+appointment for some years with Messrs. Turine and Medei of San
+Paulo. I can write, speak fluently, interpret, and translate French,
+Spanish, and German.</p>
+
+<p>I enclose copies of my testimonials. Should you be pleased to
+appoint me, no exertion on my part shall be wanting to give you
+satisfaction.</p>
+
+<p class="right3">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Gentlemen,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Your obedient servant,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Reply to an Advertisement for an Appointment as Secretary to an
+Institution.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">London, May 31st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p class="h5">"<i>Wanted immediately, a Secretary.</i>"</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>With reference to the above advertisement I beg to enclose copies of
+testimonials, received within<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_67">[67]</a></span> the last few months, by which you
+will see my capability for management. My friends, you will observe,
+are gentlemen of position and influence, with whom I am and have
+been for years on terms of the greatest intimacy. I need not say
+that, should I obtain the appointment in question, my interest with
+them and many other very influential friends should be exerted to
+the utmost of my power to promote in every way the interests of the
+Institution.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours faithfully,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H. V. Y.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Applying to a Friend for a Recommendation by a Young Man desirous
+of obtaining an Appointment.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Chelsea, May 14th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>As you have known me for very many years, and as I am at present
+endeavouring to obtain an appointment with Messrs. L&mdash;&mdash;g and
+L&mdash;&mdash;g, may I take the liberty of asking you to give me a
+recommendation to them? You know that I have always borne an upright
+and unblemished character, and that while under your superintendence
+I was always attentive to my duties, and I believe that I obtained
+your confidence. Trusting you will comply with my request,</p>
+
+<p class="right3">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Dear Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours respectfully,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H. P. K.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_68">[68]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>An Application for a Situation in the Police.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Sevenoaks, February 12th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Having served with you for seven years in the &mdash;th Foot, during
+which time I was employed in situations of trust, and hearing now
+that you have great influence with the Commissioners of the Police
+Force of the City of London, may I take the liberty of asking you to
+assist me in obtaining an appointment in the Force? I am
+twenty-eight years of age, five feet ten inches in height, strong
+and healthy, and carried away many prizes at our regimental games.</p>
+
+<p class="right3">I remain, Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Yours most respectfully,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">H. J. I.,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Late Sergeant 199th Foot.</p>
+
+<p>Colonel &mdash;&mdash;, Belgrave Square.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Person desirous of Employment as a Manager of a Wholesale or
+Retail Business.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Shepherd's Bush, April 5th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Gentlemen</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I beg to forward a strong recommendation from Messrs. C&mdash;&mdash; and
+G&mdash;&mdash; for the post of manager of your [retail or wholesale] business.
+For some years previous to the late war I was employed by Messrs.
+&mdash;&mdash; and &mdash;&mdash;, and was selected by their French correspondents to
+manage a branch establishment at B&mdash;&mdash;, which is now progressing
+most satisfactorily. I am a good correspondent in French and Italian
+and German, and understand the business well in all its branches.</p><p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_69">[69]</a></span></p>
+
+<p>Trusting that you will favourably consider my friend's
+recommendation,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">I remain, Gentlemen,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours faithfully,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Reply to an Application relating to an Advertisement.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">420, Princes Street, London.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>In reply to yours respecting the advertisement in yesterday's
+<i>Times</i>, the appointment referred to was to fill up a vacancy in the
+Board of an established Brewery Company, "limited," and one which
+has the prospect of more than ordinary success. All the parties
+connected with it are of the highest respectability. &mdash;&mdash; pounds are
+required to be invested in paid-up shares, and the remuneration of a
+director would probably be &pound;&mdash;&mdash; per annum. There is one appointment
+also connected with this, worth &pound;&mdash;&mdash; per annum; but the individual
+who takes this is expected to introduce &pound;&mdash;&mdash; on share or loan
+capital. Should this be likely to suit you, please make an
+appointment for an early interview.</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours faithfully,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Book-keeper and Accountant applying for Employment.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Hampton, February 1st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>My late employer, Mr. &mdash;&mdash;, having relinquished business, and
+hearing that you required a book-keeper, I venture to apply for the
+situation. For many years I have had great business experience,
+having<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_70">[70]</a></span> been entrusted with matters of great responsibility. I am a
+good accountant, and can speak and write German, French, and Italian
+fluently. Soliciting the favour of a reply,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I remain, Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours faithfully,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Application for Employment in an Auctioneer's and Estate Agent's
+Office.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Swansea, July 1st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Gentlemen</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Having lately been engaged in the office of S&mdash;&mdash; and Co.,
+auctioneers and surveyors in B&mdash;&mdash;, and wishing to remove to London,
+where I have some very influential friends, I write to ascertain if
+you have a vacancy in your office. The whole control of the business
+here was left in my hands. I am an experienced surveyor, and can
+prepare particulars of sale, plans, reports, catalogues,
+advertisements, &amp;c.; and am able to conduct the routine of business,
+both in and out of doors. I can refer you to persons in the City
+should you favour me with a reply.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">I remain, Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours respectfully,</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Person desirous of entering into Partnership in a Lucrative
+Profession.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Ladbroke Terrace, May 1st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Having seen that Mr. B&mdash;&mdash; has retired from your firm, I beg to
+introduce to your notice a<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_71">[71]</a></span> friend of mine, who wishes to invest
+about 2000<i>l.</i> in a lucrative business. I have pointed out to him
+what a well established house yours is, and how the business could
+be readily increased by the assistance of an energetic partner. He
+is a man of education, has a great turn for business, and has
+travelled abroad. He is about thirty years of age, and can give you
+the most unexceptionable references. If you can call on me I will
+introduce him to you.</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours truly,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>An Estate Agent, relative to a House of which his Client is anxious
+to Dispose.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Salisbury, February 14th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Re Woodside.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Dear Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>We have been expecting to hear from you <i>re</i> the above, giving us
+instructions as to whether we shall put it up in the Mart this
+spring or not. If it is still your intention to do so, may we ask
+that you will kindly let us know at once, as we will then
+immediately get our bills out, and have them posted about, as this
+is generally requisite a month or two before the sale, so as to have
+it well advertised.</p>
+
+<p>If you would kindly favour us with a call, we shall be glad to
+confer with you upon the subject.</p>
+
+<p>We may mention we are expecting to have several other estates for
+sale by auction in the spring.</p>
+
+<p>An early call or reply would greatly oblige,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your most obedient servant,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H. &amp; Co.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_72">[72]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From an Agent who has been engaged in endeavouring to arrange a
+matter of importance, applying for Remuneration.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">189, Trafalgar Square, September 14th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Madam</span>,</p>
+
+<p>You will of course have observed, by the announcement in the
+newspapers of this day's date, that the business we have been so
+anxious about is settled. I do not wish to enlarge on my own humble
+services in the cause; but I am sure you will admit that if a
+professional gentleman had been employed, the advice and services I
+have rendered during the last few years would have been made into a
+very lengthy bill, far exceeding the amount you promised me,
+whatever the issue of the negotiations might be. I am well assured
+that I am in good hands, however, and had I been called upon to
+render ten times the required services and advice, you would have
+found me as ready and willing as I have been. Your kind favour of
+the &mdash;ult., enclosing cheque, was duly received. I need not say how
+glad I shall be to hear again from you at your earliest convenience.</p>
+
+<p class="right3">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Dear Madam,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours very faithfully,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Erasmus Jackson</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Letter from a Traveller at Manchester, to his Employers in London.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Manchester, January 18th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Sirs</span>,</p>
+
+<p>During the week very little change has taken place in prices quoted
+in my last. Cotton was a shade<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_73">[73]</a></span> better on Monday, which caused
+sellers of yarn and cloth in this market to ask rather more in some
+instances; but the improvement was quite evanescent. The market,
+however, has continued steady. Some buyers have made attempts to
+operate at rather lower prices, and offers have been freely made at
+1/8<i>d.</i> to 1/4<i>d.</i> per lb. for yarns, but the offers have only been
+made in exceptional cases. For goods of all descriptions,
+notwithstanding some discouraging accounts from abroad, very
+considerable contracts for distant delivery in point of time could
+have been secured by making a very slight concession.</p>
+
+<p>Madapollams, jaconets, and mulls are not in active request, but
+maintain last week's values. Printers T cloths and domestics meet
+with a fair consumptive demand, and orders can only be placed at the
+prices of Tuesday. Large importations of cotton, and lower prices,
+are causing buyers to operate cautiously, both in yarn and cloth. I
+leave this to-morrow for Macclesfield.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">I remain, Gentlemen,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours obediently,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Relative to an Advertisement, requesting a copy.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Wareham, June 15th, 187-</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I have the pleasure of forwarding you, on the fly-leaf, a copy of
+the order for the advertisement. We trust it was in conformity with
+your wishes.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours respectfully,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H. M. B&mdash;&mdash;.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_74">[74]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Application for a Debt some time owing</i>.</p>
+
+<p>Windsor Buildings, May 14th, 187-</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Madam</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Mr. W. C. Durnford has placed his book debts in my hands to collect,
+and I shall be obliged by the payment of 1<i>l.</i> 18<i>s.</i> 6<i>d.</i>, for
+which I find you are his debtor.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I am, Madam,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your obedient servant,</p>
+
+<p class="right">J. I&mdash;&mdash;.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Application for an outstanding Account.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">London, May 4th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>Mrs. &mdash;&mdash;,</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap in2">Madam</span>,</p>
+
+<p><span class="in3">We beg to inform you that we are instructed by Messrs. B&mdash;&mdash;n and
+C&mdash;&mdash;n, of Duncan Street, who are desirous of clearing off several
+outstanding accounts which are considerably overdue, to make
+application to you for payment of an amount of &pound;&mdash;18<i>s.</i> 4<i>d.</i> for
+articles supplied in July, 1868, and January, 1869; and to
+facilitate the next balancing of books, we ask you to kindly make it
+convenient to favour us with a cheque for the amount before the 30th
+inst.</span></p>
+
+<p class="right2">We are, Madam,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours faithfully,</p>
+
+<p class="right">H. F. &amp; Co.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_75">[75]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Applying for an Account, and furnishing particulars.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Streatham, June 13th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>On the other side I hand you particulars of Mrs. Soames' account,
+for which please send me cheque.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Yours truly,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">W. W.</p>
+
+<p class="right"><i>pro</i> P. F. C.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Gentleman's Servant, applying for a Situation.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Praetland Terrace, March 1st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p class="h5">"<i>Valet Wanted.</i>"</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>In reply to an advertisement in yesterday's <i>Daily Telegraph</i>,
+headed as above, I beg to offer myself for the situation.</p>
+
+<p>For six years and a half I lived with the late General Aslett in
+that capacity; on his death the establishment was reduced, and I
+received my dismissal.</p>
+
+<p>I enclose a copy of my character from my previous masters, and also
+one from the proprietor of the Great Northern Hotel, who has known
+me for many years. I am unmarried, 5ft. 10in. in height, and
+twenty-eight years of age.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I remain, Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your most obedient humble servant,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">James Field</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>From a Coachman, requiring a place.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Croydon, October 2nd.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Having heard that you are in want of a coachman, I respectfully beg
+to offer myself for the situation.</p><p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_76">[76]</a></span></p>
+
+<p>I have lived in my last place with J. G&mdash;&mdash;, Esq., who will, I am
+sure give me a good character.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I remain, Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your obedient servant,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">John James</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Reply.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Beech Park, October 4th.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">John James</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I have received your application for my coachman's place, and should
+be glad to know of how many horses you had the care at Mr. &mdash;&mdash;'s;
+whether you had a groom under you; and if you can drive in London as
+well as in the country.</p>
+
+<p>Let me know also if you are a married man, and, if so, whether you
+have a family.</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Robert Bruce</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Coachman's Reply.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Croydon, October 6th.</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I had the care of three horses at Mr. &mdash;&mdash;, and he allowed me
+assistance in the stable.</p>
+
+<p>I am a married man and have five children. I have been used to drive
+in London during the season. If you should be pleased to engage me,
+I shall endeavour to do my best to serve you.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I am, Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your obedient servant,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">John James</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_77">[77]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Applying for a Situation as a Gardener.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Snowdrop Cottage, June 1st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Understanding that there will be a vacancy shortly in your
+establishment for a gardener, I respectfully beg to offer myself for
+the place. From boyhood I have been under the best of gardeners. I
+served my apprenticeship with, and have been from time to time
+improving myself under the direction of one of the most experienced
+landscape gardeners employed in the Crystal Palace Gardens. I
+enclose you a copy of the opinion formed of my capabilities by those
+under whom I placed myself, and assure you my whole time and study
+shall be devoted to your service.</p>
+
+<p class="right2">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours obediently,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">E. Gardner</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>A Gentleman ordering a Set of Harness from a Saddler.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Edisbury Place, February 4th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I send my coachman to consult with you as to the style and quality
+of a new set of double harness, which I shall shortly require. My
+own idea is that harness cannot be too light looking. I have also a
+great objection to a large amount of plating. My coachman will tell
+you the size of the horses; and please let me know by him the very
+lowest price.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours obediently,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">James Heaton</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_78">[78]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Saddler, in reply.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">3, Tanning Road, February 1st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Many thanks for your esteemed communication. From the description
+given by your coachman of the double harness required, I think I can
+supply you to your satisfaction for the sum of 24<i>l.</i>, and
+everything will be of the best quality. Trusting that you will be
+satisfied with the quality and character of the goods,</p>
+
+<p class="right3">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Your humble obedient servant,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Joseph Tanner</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Gentleman in reply, objecting to Price.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Edisbury Place, February, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>On my return I was much surprised to find that your prices were so
+very much above the sum I proposed to expend for a set of double
+harness: however, I will consider the matter. A friend of mine who
+lately ordered a set of harness much the same as that which my
+coachman described to you, assures me that the charge for it was
+between 5<i>l.</i> and 6<i>l.</i> less. I will see you on the subject on my
+return from Rome.</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours obediently,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">James Heaton</span>.</p>
+
+<p>Mr. &mdash;&mdash;</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_79">[79]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Saddler, in reply.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">3, Tanning Road, February 1st, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>As I am sorry at any time to lose custom, I take the liberty of
+requesting you to defer your decision until your return, and if you
+will then favour me with a call I think I can show you sets of
+harness at a price that you will find moderate. I enclose you a
+letter which I have received from a coachman, from which you will be
+able to judge for yourself of the pressure put upon us by servants.</p>
+
+<p class="right3">I remain,</p>
+
+<p class="right2">Sir,</p>
+
+<p class="right1">Yours respectfully,</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">Joseph Tanner</span>.</p>
+
+<p>James Heaton, Esq.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Requesting the Renewal of a Bill.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Tipnor, February 4th, 187&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Dear Sirs</span>,</p>
+
+<p>Having had great difficulty in collecting my accounts during the
+last half year (although I have strict assurances that they will
+all, or nearly all, be settled by the end of this month), I find I
+am unable to meet in full my acceptance to you for 150<i>l.</i> 14<i>s.</i>
+2<i>d.</i> Would you oblige me by holding it to the end of this month? I
+shall then be prepared to meet the same. An early reply will oblige,</p>
+
+<p class="right">Yours truly,&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;______</p>
+
+<p>Messrs. Farren, Johnson, and Styles.</p>
+
+<hr class="chap" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_80">[80]</a></span></p>
+
+<h2>COMMERCIAL FORMS.</h2>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Form of Cheque to "Bearer."</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">London, Dec. 8th, 18&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>To the London Joint-Stock Bank, Chancery Lane Branch.</p>
+
+<p>Pay to &mdash;&mdash; or bearer, One Hundred pounds.</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="left">&pound;100.</span><span class="smcap">T. Robinson</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Form of Cheque to "Order."</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">London, Dec. 8th, 18&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>To the London Joint-Stock Bank, Chancery Lane Branch.</p>
+
+<p>Pay to &mdash;&mdash; or order, One Hundred pounds.</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="left">&pound;100.</span><span class="smcap">T. Robinson</span>.</p>
+
+<p>This form will require, previous to payment, the endorsement of the
+party to whom it is made payable.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Form of an Ordinary Bill of Exchange.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">London, May 1st, 18&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="left">&pound;100.</span><br /></p>
+
+<p>Three Months after date, pay to me or my order One Hundred pounds.
+Value received.</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">T. Robinson</span>.</p>
+
+<p>To Mr. Henry Jones, Liverpool.</p>
+
+<p>To make this a negotiable document, it has to be accepted by being
+signed across the face by the party on whom it is drawn, and
+endorsed on the back by the drawer.</p>
+
+<p>This admits of the following change, according to circumstances:
+instead of "three months after date," it may be "at sight," or at
+such a time "after sight," or at such a specified time, or "on
+demand;" and the instruction to pay may be "to A. B. or order."</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_81">[81]</a></span></p>
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Form of a Promissory Note.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">London, July 1st, 18&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="left">&pound;100.</span><br /></p>
+
+<p>Three Months after date, I promise to pay to Mr. Henry Jones, or
+order, One Hundred pounds, for value received.</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">T. Robinson</span>.</p>
+
+<p>Payable at The London Joint-Stock Bank,<br />Chancery Lane Branch.</p>
+
+<p>To make this a negotiable document, it has to be endorsed by being
+signed across the back by the party to whom it is made payable.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Form of a Foreign Bill of Exchange.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">Paris, June 1st, 18&mdash;</p>
+
+<p><span class="left">&pound;100.</span><br /></p>
+
+<p>Sixty days after sight of this First of Exchange (Second and Third
+unpaid) pay to the order of Messrs. Jones and Robinson, One Hundred
+pounds sterling, value received; and charge to account, with or
+without advice of</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="smcap">William Smith</span>.</p>
+
+<p>To Mr. Thomas Kelley, Manchester.<br />Payable in London.</p>
+
+<p>The naming of the payee admits of the same variations as are
+exhibited in an ordinary Bill of Exchange. The time of payment may
+be, in like manner, variously expressed. The term "usance" is
+sometimes employed to express the period of running in foreign
+bills. It means a certain time fixed by custom as between any two
+places, and the period covered by a usance will therefore depend on
+the places of drawing and payment.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Form of Ordinary Receipt.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">London, May 2nd, 18&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>Received of Mr. John Frost, Twenty-nine pounds twelve shillings and
+sixpence.</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="left">&pound;29 12<i>s.</i> 6<i>d.</i></span><span class="smcap">C. Cuthbert</span>.</p>
+
+<p>N.B.&mdash;All receipts for sums of Two pounds and upwards require to
+have a receipt stamp affixed to them, which stamp should be
+cancelled by being written across. The penalty for evading this law
+is 50<i>l.</i></p><p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_82">[82]</a></span></p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Form of Receipt for Rent.</i></p>
+
+<p class="right">London, August 18th, 18&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>Received of A. Wigram, Esq., Fifteen pounds, being one quarter's
+rent due on Midsummer Day last, for the premises occupied by him at
+No. 14, South Rupert Street, W.C.</p>
+
+<p class="right"><span class="left">&pound;15 0<i>s.</i> 0<i>d.</i></span><span class="smcap">T. Phillips</span>.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Form of Agreement for Taking a House.</i></p>
+
+<p>Memorandum of an undertaking entered into this &mdash;&mdash; day of &mdash;&mdash;,
+18&mdash;, between A. B. of &mdash;&mdash;, and C. D. of &mdash;&mdash;, as follows:&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>The said A. B. doth hereby let unto the said C. D. a dwelling-house,
+situate in the parish of &mdash;&mdash;, for the term of one year certain, and
+so on from year to year, and so on until half a year's notice to
+quit be given by or to either party, at the yearly rent of &pound;&mdash;&mdash;,
+payable quarterly; the tenancy to commence at &mdash;&mdash; day next.</p>
+
+<p>And the said A. B. doth undertake to pay the land-tax, the
+property-tax, and the sewer-rate, and to keep the said house in all
+necessary repairs, so long as the said C. D. shall continue therein.
+And the said C. D. doth undertake to take the said house of A. B.
+for and at the before-mentioned term and rent, and pay all taxes
+except those on land or property and the sewer-rate, and to abide by
+the other conditions aforesaid.</p>
+
+<p>Witness our hands the day and year aforesaid.</p>
+
+<p class="right">A. B.</p>
+<p class="right"><span class="left">Witness E. F.</span>C. D.<br /></p>
+
+<p>[N.B.&mdash;Premises are sometimes let for a term of years, or upon other
+conditions different from those specified above; in such cases the
+agreement must, of course, be worded conformably.]</p><p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_83">[83]</a></span></p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Form of Notice to Quit, from a Tenant to Landlord.</i></p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I hereby give you notice that on or before the &mdash;&mdash; day of &mdash;&mdash; next,
+I shall quit and deliver up possession of the house and premises I
+now hold of you, situate at &mdash;&mdash;, in the parish of &mdash;&mdash;, in the
+county of &mdash;&mdash;.</p>
+
+<p>Dated this &mdash;&mdash; day of &mdash;&mdash;, 18&mdash;.</p>
+
+<p class="right">Witness, K. I.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;G. H.</p>
+
+<p>To Mr. L. M.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Form of Notice to Quit, from Landlord to Tenant.</i></p>
+
+<p><span class="smcap">Sir</span>,</p>
+
+<p>I hereby give you notice to quit the house and appurtenances,
+situate at No. &mdash;&mdash;, which you now hold of me, on or before
+&mdash;&mdash;next.</p>
+
+<p>Dated &mdash;&mdash;, 18&mdash;.</p>
+
+<p class="right">Signed N. O. (Landlord).</p>
+
+<p>To Mr. P. Q.</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Form of Will.</i></p>
+
+<p>THIS is the last Will and Testament of A. B., of No. &mdash;&mdash; Street,
+&mdash;&mdash;. I hereby give and devise to my wife, Jane B., her heirs,
+executors, and administrators, for her and their own use and
+benefit, absolutely and for ever, all my estate and effects, both
+real and personal, whatsoever and wheresoever, and of what nature
+and quality soever, and I hereby appoint her, the said Jane B., sole
+executrix of this my Will. In witness whereof I have hereunto set my
+hand this &mdash;&mdash;day of &mdash;&mdash;, one thousand eight hundred and &mdash;&mdash;.</p>
+
+<p class="right">A. B.</p>
+
+<p>Signed by the said A. B., in the presence of us, present at the same
+time, who in his presence and in<span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_84">[84]</a></span> the presence of each other, attest
+and subscribe our names as witnesses hereto.</p>
+
+<p>[N.B.&mdash;The above is a simple form of Will. They can, of course, be
+made in various ways, but in every case care should be taken that
+the persons mentioned in the Will should be fully and properly
+designated, and that the testator's intentions be stated in language
+as clear and precise as possible.]</p>
+
+<hr class="thin" />
+
+<p class="h5"><i>Form of Bill of Sale.</i></p>
+
+<p>KNOW all men by these presents, that I, A. B., of &mdash;&mdash;, for and in
+consideration of the sum of &mdash;&mdash;, in hand, paid, at and before the
+sealing and delivery hereof, by C. D., of &mdash;&mdash;, the receipt whereof
+I do hereby acknowledge, have bargained and sold, and by these
+presents do bargain and sell unto the said C. D., all the goods,
+household stuff, and implements of household, and all other goods
+whatsoever mentioned in the schedule hereunto annexed, now remaining
+and being in &mdash;&mdash;. To have and to hold all and singular the goods,
+household stuff, and implements of household, and every of them by
+these presents, bargained and sold unto the said C. D., his
+executors, administrators, and assigns for ever, and I, the said A.
+B., for myself, my executors, and administrators, all and singular,
+of the said goods, unto the said C. D., his executors and
+administrators and assigns, and against all and every other person
+and persons whatsoever, shall and will warrant and for ever defend
+by these presents, of which goods I, the said A. B., have put the
+said C. D., in possession, by delivering him one silver candelabrum,
+&amp;c., on the sealing hereof; in witness whereof I have hereunto put
+my hand and seal this &mdash;&mdash; day of &mdash;&mdash;, in the year of our Lord one
+thousand eight hundred and &mdash;&mdash;</p>
+
+<p class="right">A. B.</p>
+
+<table border="0" cellpadding="4" cellspacing="0" summary="signatures">
+<tr><td class="tdr">Signed, sealed, and delivered, }</td><td align="left">C. D.</td></tr>
+<tr><td class="tdr">in the presence of us, }</td><td align="left">E. F.</td></tr>
+</table>
+
+<hr class="chap" />
+
+<p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_85">[85]</a></span></p>
+
+<h2>DIRECTIONS FOR ADDRESSING PERSONS OF RANK, &amp;c.</h2>
+
+<p>
+<i>1. In Letters or Conversation.</i><br />
+<i>2. The Directions of Letters.</i></p>
+
+<p class="h4">THE ROYAL FAMILY.</p>
+
+<p>The <span class="smcap">Queen</span>&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>1. Madam; Most Gracious Sovereign; May it please your Majesty.</p>
+
+<p>2. To the Queen's Most Excellent Majesty.</p>
+
+<p>The Sons and Daughters, Brothers and Sisters of Sovereigns&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>1. Sir, or Madam, May it please your Royal Highness.</p>
+
+<p>2. To His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales.</p>
+
+<p>To Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Cambridge.</p>
+
+<p class="h4">OTHER BRANCHES OF THE ROYAL FAMILY.</p>
+
+<p>1. Sir, or Madam, May it please your Highness.</p>
+
+<p>2. To His Royal Highness the Duke of Cambridge; or, To Her Royal
+Highness the Princess Mary of Teck.</p>
+
+<p class="h4">THE NOBILITY.</p>
+
+<p>A Duke, or Duchess&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>1. My Lord Duke, or Madam, May it please your Grace.</p>
+
+<p>2. To His Grace the Duke of Bedford; or, To Her Grace the Duchess of
+Bedford.</p>
+
+<p>A Marquis, or Marchioness&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>1. My Lord, or Madam, May it please your Lordship, or, May it please
+your Ladyship.</p>
+
+<p>2. To the Most Noble the Marquis, or Marchioness, of Westminster.</p><p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_86">[86]</a></span></p>
+
+<p>An Earl or Countess&mdash;the same.</p>
+
+<p>To the Right Honourable the Earl, or Countess, of Shrewsbury.</p>
+
+<p>A Viscount or Viscountess&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>1. My Lord, or Madam, May it please your Lordship, or, May it please
+your Ladyship.</p>
+
+<p>2. To the Right Honourable Viscount, or Viscountess, Lifford.</p>
+
+<p>A Baron or Baroness&mdash;the same.</p>
+
+<p>To the Right Honourable, the Lord Wensleydale, or The Lady St. John.</p>
+
+<p>The widow of a Nobleman is addressed in the same style, with the
+introduction of the word Dowager in the Superscription of her
+letters.</p>
+
+<p>To the Right Hon. the Dowager Countess of Chesterfield.</p>
+
+<p>The Sons of Dukes and Marquises, and the eldest Sons of Earls, have,
+by courtesy, the titles of Lord and Right Honourable; and all the
+Daughters have those of a Lady and Right Honourable.</p>
+
+<p>The younger Sons of Earls, and the Sons and Daughters of Viscounts
+and Barons, are styled Honourable.</p>
+
+<p class="h4">OFFICIAL MEMBERS OF THE STATE.</p>
+
+<p>A Member of Her Majesty's Most Hon. Privy Council&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>1. Sir, or My Lord, Right Honourable Sir, or My Lord, as the case
+may require.</p>
+
+<p>2. To the Right Honourable &mdash;&mdash;,<a id="FNanchor_1_1"></a><a href="#Footnote_1_1" class="fnanchor">[1]</a> Her Majesty's Principal
+Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs.</p>
+
+<div class="footnote"><p><a id="Footnote_1_1"></a><a href="#FNanchor_1_1"><span class="label">[1]</span></a> Here write the name, and specify the title or rank of
+the person addressed, as "The Right Honourable the Earl of
+Winchelsea."</p></div>
+
+<p class="h4">AMBASSADORS AND GOVERNORS UNDER HER MAJESTY.</p>
+
+<p>1. Sir, or My Lord, as the case may be; May it please your
+Excellency.</p><p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_87">[87]</a></span></p>
+
+<p>2. To his Excellency the French (or other) Ambassador.</p>
+
+<p>3. To his Excellency &mdash;&mdash;,<a id="FNanchor_2_2"></a><a href="#Footnote_2_2" class="fnanchor">[2]</a> Lieutenant General, and General
+Governor of that part of the United Kingdom called Ireland.</p>
+
+<div class="footnote"><p><a id="Footnote_2_2"></a><a href="#FNanchor_2_2"><span class="label">[2]</span></a> Here write the name, and specify the title or rank of
+the person addressed, as "The Right Honourable the Earl of
+Winchelsea."</p></div>
+
+<p class="h4">JUDGES.</p>
+
+<p>1. My Lord, May it please your Lordship.</p>
+
+<p>2. To the Right Honourable &mdash;&mdash;, Lord Chief Justice of England.</p>
+
+<p>The Lord Mayor of London, York, or Dublin, and the Lord Provost of
+Edinburgh, during office&mdash;the same.</p>
+
+<p>1. My Lord, May it please your Lordship.</p>
+
+<p>2. To the Right Honourable &mdash;&mdash;, Lord Mayor of London. To the Right
+Honourable &mdash;&mdash;, Lord Provost of Edinburgh.</p>
+
+<p>The Lord Provost of every other town in Scotland is styled
+Honourable.</p>
+
+<p>The Mayors of all Corporations (excepting the preceding Lord
+Mayors), and the Sheriffs, Aldermen, and the Recorder of London, are
+addressed Right Worshipful; and the Aldermen and Recorders of other
+Corporations, and the Justices of the Peace, Worshipful.</p>
+
+<p class="h4">THE PARLIAMENT.</p>
+
+<p>House of Peers&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>1. My Lords, May it please your Lordships.</p>
+
+<p>2. To the Right Honourable the Lords Spiritual and Temporal, in
+Parliament assembled.</p>
+
+<p>House of Commons&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>1. May it please your Honourable House.</p>
+
+<p>2. To the Honourable the Commons of the United Kingdom of Great
+Britain and Ireland.</p><p><span class="pagenum"><a id="Page_88">[88]</a></span></p>
+
+<p>The Speaker of the House of Commons&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>1. Sir, or Mr. Speaker.</p>
+
+<p>2. To the Right Honourable &mdash;&mdash;, the Speaker of the House of
+Commons.</p>
+
+<p>A Member of the House of Commons not ennobled&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>1. Sir.</p>
+
+<p>2. To Thomas Hughes, Esq., M.P.</p>
+
+<p class="h4">THE CLERGY.</p>
+
+<p>An Archbishop&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>1. My Lord, May it please your Grace.</p>
+
+<p>2. To his Grace the Archbishop of Canterbury; or, To the Most
+Reverend Father in God, &mdash;&mdash;,<a id="FNanchor_3_3"></a><a href="#Footnote_3_3" class="fnanchor">[3]</a> Lord Archbishop of Canterbury.</p>
+
+<div class="footnote"><p><a id="Footnote_3_3"></a><a href="#FNanchor_3_3"><span class="label">[3]</span></a> Here write the Christian but not the surname.</p></div>
+
+<p>A Bishop&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>1. My Lord, May it please your Lordship.</p>
+
+<p>2. The Right Reverend the Bishop of London.</p>
+
+<p>3. To the Right Reverend Father in God, &mdash;&mdash;,<a id="FNanchor_4_4"></a><a href="#Footnote_4_4" class="fnanchor">[4]</a> Lord Bishop of
+Peterboro'.</p>
+
+<div class="footnote"><p><a id="Footnote_4_4"></a><a href="#FNanchor_4_4"><span class="label">[4]</span></a> Here write the Christian but not the surname.</p></div>
+
+<p>A Dean&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>1. Reverend Sir.</p>
+
+<p>2. To the Very Reverend Dr. &mdash;&mdash;, Dean of Westminster.</p>
+
+<p>An Archdeacon&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>The Venerable the Archdeacon of &mdash;&mdash;.</p>
+
+<p>Chancellors are addressed in the same manner.</p>
+
+<p>The rest of the Clergy&mdash;</p>
+
+<p>1. Sir,&mdash;Reverend Sir.</p>
+
+<p>2. To the Rev. Dr Campbell.</p>
+
+<p>To the Rev. J. Jones; or, to the Rev. Mr. Wilson, &amp;c.</p>
+
+
+
+
+
+
+
+
+<pre>
+
+
+
+
+
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+Project Gutenberg's The Gentleman's Model Letter-writer, by Anonymous
+
+This eBook is for the use of anyone anywhere at no cost and with
+almost no restrictions whatsoever.  You may copy it, give it away or
+re-use it under the terms of the Project Gutenberg License included
+with this eBook or online at www.gutenberg.org
+
+
+Title: The Gentleman's Model Letter-writer
+       A Complete Guide to Correspondence on All Subjects, with
+       Commercial Forms
+
+Author: Anonymous
+
+Release Date: December 6, 2011 [EBook #38235]
+
+Language: English
+
+Character set encoding: ASCII
+
+*** START OF THIS PROJECT GUTENBERG EBOOK THE GENTLEMAN'S MODEL ***
+
+
+
+
+Produced by Delphine Lettau, Matthew Wheaton and the Online
+Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
+
+
+
+
+
+
+
+
+
+    THE GENTLEMAN'S MODEL LETTER-WRITER
+
+
+    A Complete Guide to
+
+    _CORRESPONDENCE ON ALL SUBJECTS_
+
+    WITH COMMERCIAL FORMS
+
+    LONDON AND NEW YORK:
+    FREDERICK WARNE & CO.
+
+
+
+
+PREFACE.
+
+
+Though the number of existing "Letter Writers" is many, the publishers
+feel that there is yet a want which this little Manual, it is hoped,
+will supply.
+
+It has been compiled with great care from several sources, and
+contains much original matter, for which experience assures them there
+is a necessity.
+
+
+
+
+CONTENTS.
+
+
+    A Book-keeper and Accountant applying for Employment
+
+    Acknowledging a Letter of Congratulation on the Birth of a Child
+
+    A Father applying to the Principal of a School to ascertain Terms,
+          &c.
+
+    A Gentleman applying for a Loan on the Insurance of his Life
+
+    A Gentleman applying to an Agent at a Watering-place for Lodgings
+        Reply
+
+    A Gentleman having visited a Property, making an Offer for it
+        Reply
+
+    A Gentleman in the Corn Trade to another
+
+    A Gentleman regretting he cannot Accept an Invitation
+
+    A Gentleman to a Friend relative to a Bill
+
+    A Gentleman ordering a Set of Harness from a Saddler
+        Saddler in reply
+        Gentleman in reply, objecting to Price
+        Saddler in reply
+
+    A Gentleman's Servant applying for a Situation
+
+    A Gentleman to a Friend, speaking of Kindness received at another
+          Friend's House
+        Reply
+
+    A Letter from a Father to a Son at School, on the necessity of
+          Attention to his Studies
+
+    A Letter from a Marine Engineer, seeking an eligible Partnership
+
+    A Letter of Condolence
+
+    A Letter to a Gentleman who has been making Enquiries about a
+          Lady's Horse
+
+    An Application for a Donation to a Charitable Institution in the
+          Country, such as Coal and Blanket Clubs, and Soup Kitchen
+        Reply, enclosing Donation
+        Reply, unfavourable
+
+    An Application for an Appointment on a Railway
+
+    An Estate Agent, relative to a House of which his Client is
+          anxious to dispose
+
+    Answer from a Landlord in reply to a Tenant, relative to
+          Non-payment of Rent
+
+    An Application for a Situation in the Police
+
+    A Parent to his Daughter at Service
+
+    A Person desirous of entering into Partnership in a Lucrative
+          Profession
+
+    Application for a Debt some time owing
+
+    Application for a House, Furnished, desiring Lowest Terms
+
+    Application for an outstanding Account
+
+    Application for Employment in an Auctioneer's and Estate Agent's
+          Office
+
+    Application to Borrow Money
+        Reply granting the Loan
+
+    Applying for a Clerkship
+
+    Applying for an Account, and furnishing Particulars
+
+    Applying for a Situation as a Gardener
+
+    Applying to a Friend for a Recommendation, by a Young Man desirous
+          of obtaining an Appointment
+
+    Appointing an Interview relative to a Loan
+
+    A Reply to an Advertisement for an Appointment as Secretary to an
+          Institution
+
+    A Sailor to his Sweetheart
+
+    A Sugar Refiner applying for a Situation
+
+    A Tenant to a Landlord, requesting time to Pay Rent
+
+    Commercial Forms
+        Form of Cheque to "Bearer"
+        Form of Cheque to "Order"
+        Form of Ordinary Bill of Exchange
+        Form of Promissory Note
+        Form of Foreign Bill of Exchange
+        Form of Ordinary Receipt
+        Form of Receipt for Rent
+        Form of Agreement for Taking a House
+        Form of Notice to Quit, from Landlord to Tenant
+        Form of Notice to Quit, from Tenant to Landlord
+        Form of Will
+        Form of Bill of Sale
+
+    Directions for Addressing Persons of Rank, &c. 85
+        The Royal Family
+        The Nobility
+        Official Members of the State
+        Ambassadors and Governors under Her Majesty
+        Judges
+        The Parliament
+        The Clergy
+
+    From a Child acknowledging the Receipt of the Present of a Book
+
+    From a Coachman, requiring a Place
+        Reply
+        Coachman's reply
+
+    From a Father to a Son, relative to his Expenditure
+
+    From a Father to his Son beginning the World
+
+    From a Father to his Son, who has been complaining of the Severity
+          of his Master
+
+    From a Father who has lately lost his Wife, to his Daughter at
+          School
+
+    From a Friend at Bradford, to his Friend in London, on Business
+          (Wool)
+
+    From a Gentleman accepting an Invitation, though suffering from
+          Illness (temporary)
+
+    From a Gentleman applying for Sittings, or a Pew in a Parish
+          Church, in the Country
+
+    From a Gentleman, enclosing a Certificate of Illness from a
+          Medical Man, excusing himself from attending at his office
+        Medical Attendant's Certificate
+
+    From a Gentleman in India to a Relation in England
+
+    From a Gentleman in Town to another in the Country, enclosing a
+          Wedding Gift
+
+    From a Gentleman to a Lady with whom he is in Love
+
+    From a Gentleman to a Young Lady
+
+    From a House and Estate Agent, acknowledging Receipt of a
+          Communication relative to Sale or Letting of Property
+
+    From a Husband, Absent on Business, to his Wife
+
+    From a Husband to his Wife, on Sailing from England
+
+    From a Man with a small Capital intending to go into Business,
+          asking for Advice
+        Reply
+
+    From a Merchant abroad to his Brother forwarding Goods for Sale,
+          and requesting others
+        Brother, answering his Brother or Friend, relative to receipt
+          of Goods
+
+    From an Agent who has been engaged in endeavouring to arrange a
+          Matter of Importance, applying for Remuneration
+
+    From a Person desirous of Employment as a Manager of a Wholesale
+          or Retail Business
+
+    From a Soldier abroad to his affianced Bride
+
+    From a Shopkeeper in the Country to a Wholesale Dealer
+        Answer
+
+    From a Son who has misconducted himself towards his Employer, to
+          his Father
+        The Father's Answer
+
+    From a Young Man who has taken his late Employer's Business, to an
+          old Customer
+        Reply
+
+    From a Young Tradesman asking Advice in Difficulties
+        Reply
+
+    From one Brother to another, on having unexpectedly amassed a
+          Fortune
+
+    From one Gentleman to another, relative to a Dog
+        Reply
+
+    From one Gentleman to another, explaining the Cause of not
+          replying to a Letter from a Gentleman abroad
+
+    From the Secretary of a Convalescent Hospital applying for
+          Expenses of Patient
+
+    Gentleman's reply to a Lady, imagining he was indifferent to her
+
+    Giving Information about Trains
+
+    In reply to a Gentleman asking the Loan of a Book relative
+          to German Spa Waters
+
+    In reply to a Gentleman inquiring for a Solicitor who may be
+          moderate in his charges
+
+    Invitation to a Gentleman to Row in a Boat
+        Accepting
+
+    Invitation to a Bachelor Party
+        Accepting
+
+    Invitation to a Croquet Party
+        Accepting
+        Declining
+
+    Invitation to a Dinner (Bachelor's)
+        Accepting
+
+    Invitation to a Family Dinner
+        Accepting
+
+    Invitation to a Family Dinner
+
+    Invitation to a Gentleman to a Friendly Dinner
+
+    Invitation to "Best Man" at a Wedding
+        Same
+        Accepting
+
+    Invitation to Join a Party to the Derby
+        Same
+        Accepting
+        Refusing
+
+    Letter from a Traveller at Manchester, to his Employers in London
+
+    Letter urging Payment of a Debt
+
+    Love Letter from a Gentleman to a Lady
+
+    Postponing a Visit
+        Same
+
+    Regretting being unable to give an Appointment to a Situation
+
+    Relative to an Advertisement requesting a Copy
+
+    Reply from Landlord to a Tenant, relative to Non-payment of Rent
+
+    Reply to a Gentleman Recommending a Young Man for Employment as a
+          Porter
+
+    Reply to a Gentleman requiring a Situation as Clerk and Foreign
+          Correspondent
+
+    Reply to a Gentleman who wishes to claim an Estate in Chancery
+
+    Reply to a Letter from a Young Man informing his Uncle he had
+          Contracted Debts
+
+    Reply to an Advertisement for the Appointment of Medical Officer
+          to an Union Division
+
+    Reply to an Application relating to an Advertisement
+
+    Reply to Question as to Rent of, and permission to View, a House
+
+    Requesting the Renewal of a Bill
+
+    To a Child who has been Guilty of telling a Falsehood
+
+    To a Gentleman in reply as to an Agency for a Bordeaux Firm
+
+    To a Gentleman whose Brother is dangerously Ill, offering him
+          Consolation and Comfort
+
+    To a Relieving Officer, by a Neighbour of a Poor Woman taken Ill
+
+    To a Theatrical Manager
+
+    To a Young Man, relative to his late Employer's Business which he
+          proposes to carry on
+
+    Urging a Son to relinquish the Naval Profession
+        Reply
+
+
+
+
+  THE GENTLEMAN'S MODEL LETTER-WRITER.
+
+
+  _Invitation to Dinner_ (_Bachelor's_).
+
+
+  The Albany, June 10th.
+
+  DEAR BROWNE,
+
+
+  Will you dine with me at eight o'clock to-morrow? Some of our
+  fellows are coming, and we mean to have a quiet game of whist in the
+  course of the evening. Come if possible.
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Accepting._
+
+  Gower Street, June 18th.
+
+  DEAR ----,
+
+
+  I will come without fail, and win your money if I can.
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Invitation to Family Dinner._
+
+  Camden Town, March 4th.
+
+  DEAR SMITH,
+
+
+  Will you dine with us to-morrow? It is the old lady's birthday, and
+  I can offer her no greater pleasure, I am sure, than your pleasant
+  company. Do come if you can, there's a good fellow.
+
+  Yours ever,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Accepting._
+
+  Russell Square, March 4th.
+
+  DEAR ----,
+
+
+  I shall be delighted to accept your kind invitation for to-morrow,
+  and offer my good wishes to your charming wife on her birthday.
+
+  Yours ever,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Invitation to Family Dinner._
+
+  Medway Villas, June 8th.
+
+  DEAR CAPTAIN MAURICE,
+
+
+  Will you favour Mrs. Trevor and myself with your company at dinner
+  on Monday next at 6 o'clock? We expect General Hill and his wife,
+  and think you may like to make their acquaintance.
+
+  With our united regards,
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Invitation to a Croquet Party._
+
+  Havant, May 17th.
+
+  DEAR HOWARD,
+
+
+  The girls talk of having a croquet party on Thursday next. Will you
+  join it? We shall be delighted to see you if you can come. Little
+  Totty desires me to add, that you must play on her side, because
+  then she will be sure to be one of the winners.
+
+  Ever yours most truly,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Accepting._
+
+  Havant, May 18th.
+
+  DEAR ----,
+
+
+  I shall be delighted to join your croquet party. Pray offer my best
+  respects to Miss Totty, and tell her I will do all I can to prove
+  myself her obedient servant.
+
+  Believe me, ever yours truly,
+
+  HOWARD.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Declining._
+
+  Havant, May 18th.
+
+  DEAR ----,
+
+
+  I regret extremely that I cannot accept your invitation, and put
+  myself at Miss Totty's disposal for a game of croquet; but,
+  unluckily, I am obliged to go to town to-morrow, and shall not
+  return till Monday week.
+
+  Yours ever,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Gentleman, accepting an Invitation, though suffering from
+  illness_ (_temporary_).
+
+  Hampstead, May 4th.
+
+  DEAR MRS. THURGOOD,
+
+
+  I have been laid up with neuralgia for some days, and have not yet
+  recovered from it. I will, however, accept your kind invitation for
+  Saturday next, and hope to be able to come.
+
+  With kind regards to yourself and sister,
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Yours very truly,
+
+  WALTER BOSSORA.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Gentleman regretting he cannot accept an Invitation._
+
+  The Albany, February 1st, 187--
+
+  MY DEAR MADAM,
+
+
+  Thank you very much for thinking of me on Saturday. I should have
+  liked to have joined your party immensely, but I go to Ventnor that
+  afternoon, and am therefore unable to have the pleasure of accepting
+  your very kind invitation.
+
+  My mother and sisters have gone to Beaumaris; they left on
+  Wednesday, and on the same day our friends the Boscawens returned to
+  Ventnor. I hope to reach that truly lovely place on Saturday.
+  Although a month has elapsed since the last year left us, I must
+  send you and your sister all good old-fashioned New Year's wishes,
+  hearty and sincere; will you both accept them? And with many thanks,
+  repeated, for your kind note,
+
+  Believe, me,
+
+  Dear Mrs. B----,
+
+  Your sincere friend,
+
+  HENRY ROSS.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Invitation to a Gentleman to Row in a Boat._
+
+  Chester, June 18th, 187--
+
+  DEAR GEORGE,
+
+
+  Will you join three friends and myself on Saturday next for a row up
+  the river? You are a capital stroke, and we wish to get into the way
+  of pulling a longer stroke than we have at present: little Jerry
+  will steer us. Do not say No. We will finish the evening at the
+  ----, where I have ordered supper.
+
+  Yours sincerely,
+
+  BEDFORD PRICE.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Accepting._
+
+  Rock Terry, June 19th, 187--
+
+  DEAR BEDFORD,
+
+
+  I fancy you have formed too good an idea of my performance as a
+  stroke oar; however, if you think I can be of any use to your crew,
+  I will readily do my best. I shall sleep in Chester, so we need not
+  hurry in returning from our practice.
+
+  Yours sincerely,
+
+  GEORGE SHEEPSHANKS.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Invitation to a Bachelor Party._
+
+  Kidderminster, February, 187--
+
+  DEAR FELLOWS,
+
+
+  Yesterday I met Donovan and our four other old friends, who are here
+  for a few days; they are coming to dine with me to-morrow at seven.
+  I know it is some years since you met them; I hope you will make one
+  of our party.
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours sincerely,
+
+  F. CUNNINGHAM.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Accepting the same._
+
+  Hill House, Kidderminster, Feb. 187--
+
+  DEAR CUNNINGHAM,
+
+
+  It will afford me the very greatest pleasure to dine with you
+  to-morrow at seven. It is many years since I met those you mention,
+  but I have a vivid recollection of passing many pleasant hours in
+  their society and companionship.
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours sincerely,
+
+  HARRY FELLOWS.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Invitation to a Gentleman to a Friendly Dinner._
+
+  Dunland Place, Oct. 1st, 187--
+
+  DEAR HINDMARSH,
+
+
+  I heard by the merest accident, yesterday evening, that you were in
+  town. Will you come and dine with us to-morrow? You know our time,
+  but I may as well remind you that it is seven o'clock. I met J.
+  F----, and our intimate friend from the north, yesterday. They will
+  be here, and we shall have a little music in the evening, when I
+  hope your tenor voice will be in its usual power and sweetness. All
+  join in best regards.
+
+
+  Yours very sincerely,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Postponing a Visit._
+
+
+  Greenfield, October 10th.
+
+  MY DEAR GEORGE,
+
+
+  I regret extremely that we are obliged to ask you to postpone your
+  visit till next month.
+
+  We can not get the house at Brighton for which we were in treaty,
+  till that time, and our present abode is so small that we are unable
+  to offer a bedroom to a friend.
+
+  I trust this delay will not inconvenience you. It is a great
+  disappointment to us, as we longed equally for the sea and your
+  company.
+
+  My wife unites with me in kind remembrances.
+
+
+  I am ever,
+
+  Yours very truly,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Same._
+
+
+  The Beeches, Sydenham, November 6th.
+
+  MY DEAR TOM,
+
+
+  I am sure you will be truly grieved to hear that the sudden and
+  dangerous illness of my mother will oblige me to postpone our dinner
+  party fixed for the 17th.
+
+  I hope to give you better news shortly, and renew my invitation.
+
+
+  Truly yours,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Invitation to be "Best Man" at a Wedding._
+
+
+  Reading, May 6th.
+
+  DEAR TOM,
+
+
+  I intend to be "turned off" next Tuesday week! Will you attend on
+  the mournful occasion as "best man?"
+
+  _Seriously_, I am to be married to my charming little Ada on the
+  ----, and I look for your presence at our bridal as the completion
+  of my happiness, for then the man and woman I love best will unite
+  in confirming my happiness.
+
+
+  Always yours,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Same._
+
+
+  Liphook, May 6th.
+
+  DEAR JOHN,
+
+
+  Julia has consented to our marriage on the 15th inst., and I
+  scribble a line to remind you of your promise to be "best man" on
+  the occasion. Marriage is supposed sometimes to separate bachelor
+  friendships, but such will not be the case in my instance, my dear
+  fellow. Julia has a great regard for you, and is too sensible and
+  good to interfere between us with petty jealousies.
+
+  I am awfully happy, Jack! Wish me joy, and
+
+  Believe me
+
+  Ever your true friend,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Accepting._
+
+  The Albany, May 7th.
+
+  DEAR ----,
+
+  I shall be delighted to assist at the important event fixed for the
+  ----, and beg to offer my best congratulations to Miss ---- and
+  yourself on your approaching happiness.
+
+  I intend to offer as my wedding gift a drawing-room clock. My object
+  in naming this intention to you is that, if you are likely to
+  receive a similar gift from any other friend, you will tell me so,
+  and I will exchange it for something else, as duplicate gifts are a
+  great bore.
+
+  Ever, dear Hal,
+
+  Your true old friend,
+
+  JOHN.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Invitation to join a Party to the Derby_.
+
+  Knightsbridge, May 22.
+
+  DEAR NORRIS,
+
+  Three of our fellows have agreed to go to the Derby together in a
+  drag, and we shall be very glad if you will make a fourth. Jervis
+  drives.
+
+  Don't refuse, old fellow; we shall have a jolly day, and I shall
+  enjoy it doubly if you go with us.
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Same._
+
+  Green Bank, May 23rd.
+
+  DEAR REID,
+
+  Will you accompany a party of us to-morrow to the Derby?
+
+  Let me have an answer by bearer, and take care that it is in the
+  affirmative.
+
+  Yours ever,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Accepting_.
+
+  London, May 23rd.
+
+  DEAR GEORGE,
+
+  I shall have much pleasure in accompanying you to the Derby. Let me
+  know, please, the hour at which you start.
+
+  I am, ever,
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+  J. REID.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Refusing_.
+
+  London, May 23rd.
+
+  DEAR BOB,
+
+  It is awfully unlucky, but I am obliged to go to Chester on the
+  Derby day, and _can't_ do as I desire. I wish you a pleasant trip.
+
+  I am ever, yours truly,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Love-letter from a Gentleman to a Lady._
+
+  The Temple, June 4th.
+
+  DEAREST,
+
+  Days have passed by now since we have had the pleasure of a few
+  moments' conversation even; how these hours have dragged their slow
+  pace along you and I alone can tell. It is only when we are left to
+  the peaceful enjoyment of our own society that time flies. It may be
+  that to-morrow at Mrs. E.'s we shall have a little time alone. We
+  all dine there; she told me she should have a dance also, and that
+  your mamma had promised her your sister and yourself should be of
+  the party. May I ask for the first waltz? I send a few flowers, but
+  I imagine you will only wear one, the rose in your hair; your sister
+  is always pleased with a bouquet, so I shall not be very angry if
+  you let her have them, only wear my rose.
+
+  Your own
+
+  EDWARD.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Sailor to his Sweetheart._ H.M.S. Centaur, June 14th, 187-
+
+  MY DEAR FANNY,
+
+  You are never out of my mind. If you only think of me half as much,
+  I shall be satisfied. Sleeping or waking it is all the same, Fanny,
+  you are my only thought. What have you done with your piece of the
+  half-sovereign we cut in halves? I have bored a hole in mine, and
+  wear it round my neck on a bit of blue ribbon, to show that your
+  William is true blue. Do you wear yours the same, my dearest Fanny?
+  When I come home we will splice the halves, and Fanny and her
+  William will be one--will we not, darling girl? Our cruise will now
+  soon be over; I only hope, Fanny, you have been as true to me as I
+  have been to you; never have I ceased thinking of you. Bear in mind
+  your faithful William, who loves you as fondly as ever.
+
+  Your devoted lover,
+
+  WILLIAM.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Gentleman's reply to the Lady, imagining he was indifferent to
+  her._
+
+  Gillingham, April 16th, 187-
+
+  DEAREST LOVE,
+
+  Such I must and will, with your permission, always call you. Your
+  letter really caused me much uneasiness. But, Dr. B., who came in
+  just as it arrived, strictly forbade me to excite myself in any way,
+  and would not allow me to reply to it immediately, as he feared an
+  immediate return of my old heart complaint. Who can have been so
+  mischievous, so ungenerous, so determined to make two hearts
+  miserable, as to invent this wicked story of my flirtation with Miss
+  G.? You name Mrs. G. On inquiring of her this morning I find she
+  heard it somewhere spoken of, she says, but cannot recall to her
+  mind the person who mentioned it. Let me at once and for ever
+  disabuse you of such a suspicion. My affection for you is unchanged
+  and unchangeable; often and often I have by letter and verbally too,
+  pledged myself that you alone, Katie dearest, were my only thought,
+  my only joy. Banish all vain suspicions from your mind. Trust in me;
+  I will never deceive you; my love is inviolably yours; for you I
+  breathe, for you I live, without you I should die. Believe me,
+  dearest, night and day you are uppermost in my thoughts, and a sad,
+  sad day it would be for me if for one moment you withdrew that
+  confidence in me that I have so long happily possessed. Believe no
+  aspersions against one who loves you madly. The time, I trust, will
+  soon arrive when I can call you mine alone, and no breath of
+  suspicion shall ever fall upon my fidelity. Love me then, my
+  dearest, as your own heart dictates; have no cares in future as to
+  any attention even in the least degree being shown by me to any one,
+  further than due civility, or what is required from the usages of
+  society, exacts. To-morrow I will do myself the pleasure of calling,
+  and trust then to succeed (if not successful now) in fully
+  explaining away any doubts or fears you may entertain.
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Dearest Katie,
+
+  Your ever affectionate,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Gentleman to a Lady with whom he is in love._
+
+  Braintree, Essex.
+
+  DEAR MISS ----,
+
+  As no opportunity has presented itself of speaking to you lately
+  alone, I venture to address you by letter, and I assure you my
+  happiness greatly depends on the reply with which you may deign to
+  favour me.
+
+  I love you, dear Miss ----, very sincerely, and if you can return my
+  affection and become my wife, I shall consider myself the most
+  fortunate of men.
+
+  The income which I can place at your disposal is not large, but in
+  my family you will find the most tender and affectionate connexions.
+  My mother (to whom alone I have confided my secret) is rejoiced at
+  the hope of having you for a daughter. Do not, best beloved Miss
+  Johnstone, disappoint her and myself! Should you not reject me--if I
+  am ever so happy as to call you my wife--the tenderest and most
+  affectionate devotion shall be yours, and the principal and only
+  study of my future days shall be to render your life as happy as you
+  deservedly merit it should be. Your reply is most impatiently
+  awaited by one whose life is wrapped up in yours. My aunt has just
+  called, and it appears that some years since she was very intimately
+  acquainted with your father, to whom I have written, enclosing this
+  note for you, and stating to him the purport of its contents.
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Dear Miss Johnstone,
+
+  Yours very truly,
+
+  HARRY CLINTON.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Soldier ordered Abroad, to his affianced Bride._
+
+  Portsmouth, April 15th, 187-
+
+  DEAREST JULIA,
+
+  I can scarcely compose myself to write, for this very morning, at
+  mid-day parade, a telegram was received by our commanding officer
+  directing the regiment to hold itself under orders for immediate
+  foreign service; so that of course I shall be prevented seeing you
+  before our departure, as all leave is stopped for officers as well
+  as for the non-commissioned officers and men. Where our future
+  destination may be no one can at present conjecture, but we think it
+  may be Canada. How blighted now are our hopes! where all seemed
+  bright and joyous, nothing is left but separation and blank despair.
+  Julia, you love me; you are mine, are you not, dear Julia? Although
+  separated for a time, we shall love each other faithfully; no doubts
+  must arise, no feelings of suspicion or fear between us; but firm in
+  the knowledge that we are devotedly attached to each other, and that
+  nothing can change the ardent feelings we entertain, we must wait
+  and hope. I trust in a few short years, my darling Julia, to call
+  you mine. Your Ronald will be true to his promise and his love, and
+  in faith that his Julia will bear up bravely, as a soldier's
+  destined wife should do, he obeys his country's call in anguish but
+  not in despair. Accept the little present I send you (forwarded by
+  registered letter by this evening's post), and with most
+  affectionate and enduring love,
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  My dearest Julia,
+
+  Your ever devoted,
+
+  RONALD DUGAN.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Gentleman to a Young Lady._
+
+  Snow Hill, January 1st, 187-
+
+  DEAR ROSY,
+
+  On returning from skating yesterday afternoon, and reflecting alone
+  on the pleasant morning we had passed, I was more than ever
+  impressed with my wretched solitary existence. Will you break for me
+  this monotonous routine of life by saying, "It need not be,
+  Charlie."
+
+  I have loved you fondly and long; your parents and mine are intimate
+  friends; they know my private character. Will you accept me as your
+  husband, dearest Rosy?
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Your ever fondly attached,
+
+  CHARLIE BYERS.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Husband to his Wife, on sailing from England._
+
+  H.M.S. Psyche, June 8th.
+
+  MY DEAREST WIFE,
+
+  I take the opportunity of the pilot's return to send you a hurried
+  and last farewell. Oh, my dearest, what but duty could reconcile me
+  to leaving you? What but the certainty that we are both protected by
+  our Heavenly Father could support me through the weary days and
+  nights which I am destined to spend far from you? Ah! the waves that
+  are now washing the sides of our vessel will soon cease to beat upon
+  that shore where my wife, where my friends are all thinking of me.
+
+  Farewell my dearest wife; be assured I am in good health and
+  tolerable spirits.
+
+  Comfort yourself, my dearest! we shall all meet soon and happily
+  again. I have not time to write to my mother, but pray tell her she
+  is always in my thoughts. God bless you, dearest!--my heart is full
+  of you.
+
+  Ever your devoted husband,
+
+  H. P.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Husband absent on Business to his Wife._
+
+  The Fens, Lincolnshire, June 1st, 187-
+
+  DEAREST ISABELLA,
+
+  This is the first time, my darling, we have ever experienced the
+  bitterness and misery of separation, and the few days I have
+  already been absent from you appear like years. What my state of
+  mind will be at the expiration of another two or three weeks I will
+  let your little affectionate heart conjecture. But I must not be
+  selfish, my dearest Isa. You share my trial, but do not be
+  down-hearted, the time will soon pass away. You must go out and
+  visit the nice friends near you. Your dear kind mother also is
+  within an easy walk, I am glad to think.
+
+  Roger Hughes is going to stay with his family for some little while;
+  I do not care much about him (you remember we met him at ----). He
+  is certain to call upon you, but it will be just as well not to be
+  at home to him always. Hoping to return in a fortnight, I remain,
+  with very best love to your mother and yourself,
+
+  Your ever affectionate husband,
+
+  JOSIAH WEBB.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Father to his Son beginning the World._
+
+  Hampstead, May 6th, 187-
+
+  MY DEAREST SON,
+
+  Separated as you will shortly be from your childhood's home--for
+  many years, perhaps--and not having your poor old father to consult
+  and obtain advice from, when any difficulties may arise, you will
+  naturally be inclined to appeal to those among your acquaintances
+  whom you may consider from intimate association as entitled to the
+  name of friends.
+
+  Now this is a matter in which you must observe the very greatest
+  caution and discrimination; a mistake made in selecting a friend and
+  acting up to his advice, is a fatal one, and no one can for a moment
+  form an idea of the consequences which may arise from it. In the
+  first place, do not seek the friendship of the "fast young man"
+  whose sole thought is to gratify himself in the enjoyment of this
+  world's pleasures, without any regard to the misery or disgrace his
+  conduct may be entailing on a happy, innocent family. Make friends
+  of those who, by their actions, have raised themselves in the
+  estimation of their superiors, and are regarded with eyes of jealous
+  admiration by their equals. Remember the old proverb, "Tell who are
+  your friends, and I will tell you what you are."
+
+  I hope, dear boy, your own good sense will lead you to avoid bad
+  companions. Should you ever (which I trust may never be the case) be
+  tempted to do anything contrary to the laws of honour or of duty,
+  question yourself thus: "Should I do this in my father's house?
+  should I act thus in my mother's presence?" The answer will be the
+  best talisman to keep you from falling in your combat with the
+  world.
+
+  We have great hopes in you, my dear son. Never omit to write to your
+  dear mother and myself, when you possibly can; and with our best and
+  fondest love,
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Ever your affectionate father,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Son who has misconducted himself towards his Employer, to
+  his Father._
+
+  Eastcheap, November 18th, 187-
+
+  DEAR FATHER,
+
+  I am in such distress I scarcely know how to commence my letter.
+  Without the least reason, without the least provocation, I left my
+  master at the most busy season, just for a temporary, trifling
+  amusement. He--the best of masters--for the moment was forgotten by
+  me: self predominated. I ran away from my service, and here I find
+  myself disgraced and miserable, and grieve to think how
+  indescribably shocked you will be when Mr. Evans communicates with
+  you relative to my absence. However, dear father, there is one
+  consolation: I cannot be accused of dishonesty; so I hope my
+  character is not irretrievably ruined. Will you see my master, and
+  tell him how deeply I regret my fault, and entreat him to forgive
+  me? It shall hereafter be my constant study to perform my duty in
+  the most upright manner, and with the most assiduous attention. Let
+  me hear also, dear father, in sending me Mr. Evans's reply, that you
+  also forgive
+
+  Your erring, but heartbroken son,
+
+  H. H. H.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _The Father's Answer._
+
+  Bedhampton, November 21st, 187-
+
+  MY DEAR SON,
+
+  Words cannot express my grief at the receipt of your letter. How can
+  you so soon have forgotten all the home lessons of duty you have
+  learned? What society can you have mingled in to have caused you to
+  be guilty of such folly? I have seen your master, and read him your
+  letter; and he agrees with myself that from the manner you have
+  acted in immediately informing me of your position, it is probable
+  you may, in an untoward moment, have been induced to commit an act
+  which you will never cease to regret. It is your first offence, and
+  he bids me say he rejoices that you are sensible of your grievous
+  error, and he will allow you to return, and never mention what has
+  occurred to you. Never, dear son, forget yourself again, be grateful
+  to your master, who is charity itself, and
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Your affectionate father,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Father applying to a Principal of a School to ascertain Terms,
+  &c._
+
+  Hopwood House, June 16th, 187-
+
+  SIR,
+
+  Being desirous of sending my son, aged thirteen, to school, my
+  friends have strongly recommended me to apply to you on the subject.
+
+  I should be glad to learn your terms, and to be informed as to your
+  plan of tuition.
+
+  Will you favour me with a prospectus of your School, and also inform
+  me whether you have a vacancy?
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _To a Child who has being guilty of telling a Falsehood._
+
+  Brecon, May 14th, 187-
+
+  MY DEAR SAMUEL,
+
+  I was much grieved to find after you had left us in the early part
+  of the week, that the replies you gave me relative to your
+  acquaintance with the L----s were utterly at variance with the
+  truth. Little did I think you would ever deceive us, when such
+  confidence has been always placed in you. Why did you try to
+  deceive me by a falsehood?
+
+  Let me entreat of you never again to deviate from the truth; should
+  you do so you will soon obtain a character as an untrustworthy
+  person, and no one will believe you, even when you speak the truth.
+  Every one will shun you, as they will always suspect that you are
+  trying to deceive them; even when you are acting rightly they will
+  look upon you with suspicion.
+
+  Have you forgotten that Truth is the point of honour in a gentleman,
+  and that no one can tell a falsehood and retain the character of
+  one?
+
+  I cannot tell you the shame I felt when I discovered your untruth; I
+  felt degraded by it.
+
+  Strive to retrieve your character in the future, by perfect
+  truthfulness and a high sense of what honour requires from you.
+
+  Till I believe that you feel the enormity of your fault I cannot
+  sign myself other than
+
+  Your afflicted father,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Urging a Son to relinquish the Naval Profession._
+
+  Upton, June 12th, 187-
+
+  DEAR FREDERICK,
+
+  Your letter of the 1st, informing me that you had determined to
+  remain in your present profession, caused me great distress. If you
+  wish to add some little portion of comfort to the last years of a
+  father's life, which your headstrong passions have already greatly
+  embittered, you will immediately relinquish it. Remember you are the
+  only representative of our family. Why then persist in remaining in
+  a profession wherein you are exposed to constant and imminent
+  danger?
+
+  I wish you to marry, and hope to see you settle down and discharge
+  the duties of your position in society as a country gentleman; you
+  have ample means at your disposal now, as the whole of your late
+  uncle's property is yours. Concede a little to your father, whose
+  only desire is to see his name honourably upheld, his family
+  perpetuated, in the county in which we are now so much respected.
+  Age is creeping on me, Frederick, I am widowed and alone. I trust
+  this appeal will not be made in vain. You know my deep and lasting
+  affection for you; do not wound it by a refusal. Awaiting with great
+  anxiety your determination,
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Your affectionate father,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply._
+
+  H.M.S. Psyche, June 19th.
+
+  MY DEAR FATHER,
+
+  Dearly as I love my noble profession, I am unable to resist your
+  last earnest appeal, and agree therefore to give up my commission,
+  and return to a life on land. The pang this resolution costs me is
+  softened by the remembrance that I may thus hope to ensure the
+  happiness of so good a father.
+
+  I shall shortly return to you, and will endeavour in all things to
+  prove
+
+  Your most dutiful and affectionate son,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Letter from a Father to a Son at School, on the necessity of
+  attention to his Studies._
+
+  Mudiford, January 28th, 187-
+
+  MY DEAR BOY,
+
+  Now you have returned to school it is my duty to point out to you
+  how absolutely necessary it is for your future success that you
+  should persevere in your studies, more especially if you wish to
+  leave college (for which you are destined) with honour. Do not be
+  carried away with the natural love of ease and pleasure, but
+  accustom yourself at once to really hard work. If you cannot
+  reconcile yourself to do so in your youth you will be unable to do
+  so as you grow older, and you will become incapable of achieving
+  anything great. Application may be difficult at first, but when once
+  you have accustomed yourself to it you will find study pleasant,
+  easy, and agreeable, and in years to come you will be well repaid
+  for the toil and trouble you now undergo. What can be pleasanter
+  than to find yourself at the head of your school, leaving all
+  competitors behind? what more gratifying than to give pleasure to
+  your father and mother, and to obtain the admiration and approval of
+  your teachers? That, dear boy, will be your reward if you study
+  constantly and patiently; but if you neglect the opportunities
+  offered to you now, your future life will be nothing but
+  disquietude, and you will grow up ignorant, and be despised. Pay
+  attention to my advice, and work in the morning of your days. With
+  your mother's best love and mine,
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Your ever affectionate father,
+
+  R. R.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to a Letter from a young Man informing his Uncle he had
+  contracted Debts._
+
+  Soltney, March 4th, 187-
+
+  MY DEAR NEPHEW,
+
+  I was indeed deeply grieved on the receipt of your letter to find
+  you had forgotten, or at least not acted up to the advice I gave
+  you--to pay for everything you purchased at once, and not to go into
+  debt on any account. I must put things before you now in a plain
+  unvarnished manner, and give you my opinion, formed after many
+  years' experience. The man who contracts debts which he is unable to
+  pay, more especially for articles of useless luxury, is much more
+  culpable than the poor creature who, distracted by all the miseries
+  of his starving family at home, rushes into the first shop he sees
+  and steals something to relieve their necessities.
+
+  When men find themselves encumbered with debts which they are unable
+  to pay, mean subterfuges are resorted to; applications for delay of
+  payment are made--and granted, without any good result; the final
+  crash comes at last: the patience and temper of the tradesmen become
+  exhausted, they have recourse to their legal remedy, and
+  wretchedness and beggary are the result.
+
+  It may be that you have been endeavouring to keep pace with some
+  young man of greater fortune than your own. Be not led away by such
+  absurd vanity. The largest income will be and has been squandered,
+  unknown as it were to its possessor, solely from the crime (and a
+  great one too it is) of running into debt. I regret that I cannot
+  assist you at present with the loan you request, and remain
+
+  Your affectionate uncle,
+
+  T. H. P.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Acknowledging a Letter of Congratulation on the Birth of a Child._
+
+  Duke Street, St. James's, Dec. 24th, 187-
+
+  DEAR ----,
+
+  Thanks for your kind letter and good wishes. I am happy to say that
+  my wife and the baby are going on well. I have told Mrs. Compton
+  about Mr. Denville; she is glad to hear so good an account of him.
+  Wishing you all a merry Christmas and a happy New Year,
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours sincerely,
+
+  D. W.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Child, acknowledging the receipt of the Present of a Book._
+
+  Ramsden Hall, January 18th, 187-
+
+  MY DEAR MRS. ----,
+
+  Thank you very much for the beautiful book you have sent me. It is
+  very pretty and nice, and I like it very much. I long to see you
+  again. I have been out driving this morning in the pony carriage.
+  There is a hard frost. With best love to Dr. G. and yourself
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Your most affectionate little friend,
+
+  R. D. A.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Father to a Son, relative to his Expenditure._
+
+  Hackney, March 5th, 187-
+
+  MY DEAR SON,
+
+  Your last letter gave us pleasure not unmixed with pain: pleasure to
+  learn that you were well, and held in esteem by your superiors, and
+  on friendly terms with those of your own standing; and pain from the
+  request which it contained. Your mother, like myself, feels grieved
+  that you should ask for an additional allowance. You should consider
+  that you have brothers and sisters for whom I have also to make a
+  provision, and that if the allowance I now give you (which is
+  considered large) be increased, it must deprive us all of some of
+  our necessary comforts. You must reflect on this, dear boy, and then
+  I am well assured that you will not urge your request. I will,
+  however (for this once alone, understand me), make you a present of
+  Thirty Pounds. Your own good sense, I am certain, will show you the
+  necessity of retrenchment, so I shall not allude to the matter
+  further. The presents you sent us each by last mail are much
+  appreciated and treasured by us.
+
+  We are going to move from this neighbourhood, as we find it too
+  expensive; when next you write, therefore, address to Durnford
+  Street.
+
+  Your brother Fred is going to be married, but will live near us. His
+  future wife is a daughter of Mr. Passmore, and at his death she will
+  have about 2000_l_.; at present he will make her an allowance of
+  80_l_. per annum.
+
+  All your pets are well, and we guard them jealously for your sake.
+  Trusting you will remain some time at Shopoo, as it agrees with you
+  so well, and that we may constantly hear from you,
+
+  Believe me, with our united kindest love,
+
+  Your affectionate father,
+
+  H. V. ROSSITER.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From one Brother to another, on having unexpectedly amassed a
+  Fortune._
+
+
+  Natal, S. Africa, February 1st, 187--
+
+  DEAR WILLIAM,
+
+
+  You are well aware that when I sailed from England a few years ago,
+  after paying my passage out I had but a very few pounds left; but I
+  soon got good employment, and saved out of my wages all that I
+  possibly could. I never was very fond of company, and have no
+  expensive habits; so at the end of two years I found myself with
+  30_l._ to my credit in the bank. When the report came here of
+  diamonds being found up the country, I started off, bag and baggage,
+  and on my arrival got an allotment, and went to work with a hearty
+  good will. For many a weary day I toiled, giving myself little time
+  for rest. At last I was rewarded: among the washings I found a
+  diamond, a small one, yet what a treasure I thought it! On and on I
+  toiled--some weeks with success, and others with none; however, my
+  labours have been successful: I have been fortunate enough to find
+  diamonds, which, when valued, have realized the handsome sum of
+  L----.
+
+  Tell my dearest mother that now she will never want. I am coming
+  home, and shall invest for her sole use during her lifetime L----.
+
+  Will you, dear William, look out for a good school for my little
+  sister? She must be nine years of age now. Ask the clergyman's wife
+  to recommend you one. I wish her to be educated as a lady, and she
+  shall have the L---- at my mother's death. How I wish our poor
+  father had lived to derive some comfort from my fortune! You shall
+  have 100_l._ paid to your credit to provide the things Jane will
+  require on going to school, and to pay for the first half-year's
+  expenses there. I hope to be home in six months, when I will take a
+  suitable house for our dear mother. If you will accept it from me, I
+  make you a present of L----; with the remainder of my earnings I
+  shall purchase a nice property, so that I may be certain my money
+  will be secure, for were I to speculate I might lose all.
+
+  With best love, and hoping shortly to see you happy and well,
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Your affectionate brother,
+
+  ANGUS M'DONALD.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Gentleman in India to a Relation in England._
+
+
+  Camp, Booltan, Feb. 1st, 187--
+
+  MY DEAR ----,
+
+
+  Many thanks for your last letter, which arrived some three weeks
+  ago. We never received the letter to which you allude, containing
+  the photographs; and I am very sorry it went astray, for we should
+  have liked so much to have them. I hope, if you have other copies,
+  that you will kindly send them to us when you next write.
+
+  We both desire to thank you for your kind and cordial reception of
+  dear Richard. He wrote and told us how warmly you received him, and
+  how pleased and gratified he was to see you. I trust he will come to
+  see you again on his return from Devon, where he was when we last
+  heard from him. We miss him terribly, and look forward anxiously to
+  meeting him out here again next year, if, please God, we are all
+  spared. James, his wife, and children are living down at
+  Cheltenham. I wonder if there is any chance of your meeting? Sarah
+  Maria is in Cornwall, but they took a house for a term of years near
+  Watford, and will be back there, certainly before Christmas; she had
+  no idea you were in London, and I must tell her of it when I next
+  write to her. We are now in camp, marching about the district; of
+  course I do my office as usual in tents every day--a happy, gipsy
+  kind of life--and dearest Sophie and the little ones always enjoy
+  it. Give my kindest love to Emma and Blanche. I have been intending
+  to write to Emma, and I will really write soon; but in the hot
+  weather one feels terribly indisposed for letter-writing, and I have
+  quite quill-work enough to do every day. Our kindest love to
+  yourself and Horace, and to Jane and Sophia; and many kisses from
+  our little darling.
+
+
+  Always your very affectionate cousin,
+
+  HAROLD SOTHERN.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Father, who has lately lost his Wife, to his Daughter at School._
+
+
+  Woburn, July 20th.
+
+  MY DARLING CHILD,
+
+
+  I was very pleased and comforted by your last affectionate letter.
+  Bitterly indeed do I miss you! Had I given way to my own selfish
+  wishes, I think I should not have allowed you to return to school.
+  Your dear aunt, however, who is now looking carefully after my
+  domestic affairs, showed me so plainly that by keeping you at home I
+  should be depriving you of the advantages of education, that I
+  sacrificed my feelings for your sake. On reflection, also, I hoped
+  that you would find some little consolation and comfort from
+  association with young ladies of your own age, for here all is
+  cheerless and dreary. The void caused by your dear mother's death
+  can never be refilled; my home is truly desolate. It would have been
+  wrong to keep you at home to share my grief, and thus uselessly add
+  bitterness to your younger years. Do not grieve too long and
+  bitterly, my child, for your dearly loved mother; imitate her in
+  every action of her life; and when Time has slightly moderated your
+  poor father's sorrow, and you are in charge of his home and your
+  own, things may be brighter and more cheerful again.
+
+  Pray write to me soon, and
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Your ever affectionate father,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Parent to his Daughter at Service._
+
+
+  Farndon, March 1st, 187--
+
+  MY DEAR DAUGHTER,
+
+
+  When you left home for service, you were so young and inexperienced
+  that we were most anxious as to your welfare. We are truly thankful
+  to find from your letter, received a few days ago, that you are in a
+  place that is likely to prove comfortable. I need not give you much
+  advice as to obedience, for you have always been, both to your
+  mother and myself, a most obedient and dutiful child. Your mistress
+  is very kind in showing you how to perform your duties. Be
+  attentive, and grateful to her for such kindness.
+
+  Do not make acquaintances too hurriedly; never stay out later than
+  the hour appointed for you to be at home; and on no account whatever
+  admit any one into the house, without first obtaining leave from
+  your mistress. Never miss an opportunity of attending Divine
+  worship. Write to us as often as you can; and with the love of your
+  mother and myself,
+
+
+  Believe me, your affectionate father,
+
+  JOSEPH HODGES.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Father to his Son, who has been complaining of the severity
+  of his Master._
+
+
+  Putney, March, 187--
+
+  MY DEAR FREDERICK,
+
+
+  I was very sorry indeed to find from your last that you were not
+  satisfied with your place, and that your master was always finding
+  fault with you. You must not imagine that in doing so he is at all
+  cruel or severe; but, having a great interest in your future
+  welfare, he wishes, whilst there is yet time, to correct the faults
+  he sees you commit. It is not with you that he is angry; it is with
+  the faults and errors he sees you fall into. It is for your good,
+  believe me, my dear Fred, that he speaks; and in after years you
+  will look with gratitude and respect on Mr. C----, who now appears
+  to you to be harsh and unkind. With our fondest love, hoping you are
+  well, and that you will become more contented soon,
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Your ever affectionate father,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Letter of Condolence._
+
+
+  Hampton Road, April 4th, 187--
+
+  MY DEAR J----N,
+
+
+  I sincerely commiserate you in this your fearful and awful
+  visitation. Sad indeed it is to lose your wife and your expected
+  child in one short moment! Your dear wife, we are well aware (as far
+  as human beings can form a judgment of the lives of their fellow
+  creatures) was in every act, deed, and word a true Christian. Your
+  account of her death is deeply touching; but how grateful you must
+  have felt to have seen her so resigned and happy in the thought
+  that, although her loss would cast a shadow on your life on earth,
+  you would meet her hereafter in that better world, where no trouble
+  or sorrow is to be found. She was good in every acceptation of the
+  term: her charities (so unostentatiously dispensed), her cheerful
+  willingness to relieve any real distress, her talents and charms,
+  endeared her to all. Naturally you must deeply grieve for the loss
+  of one so dear and excellent. You have again another source of grief
+  in the loss of your child; dear J----, and at present all
+  consolation must seem to you impossible; but God has ordained that
+  Time shall bring comfort and soothing for all earthly sorrows, and
+  to its healing influence we must leave you. As soon as you feel
+  equal to the journey, come to us, and stay as long as you feel
+  inclined. We will walk and ride together. There is great healing in
+  Nature, and open-air exercise--I speak from experience--does as much
+  as reason and philosophy in soothing a great grief.
+
+  My wife unites with me in best regards and truest sympathy.
+
+
+  I am ever,
+
+  Dear J----,
+
+  Yours most truly,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _To a Gentleman whose Brother is dangerously Ill, offering him
+  Consolation and Comfort._
+
+
+  MY DEAR ----,
+
+
+  Every morning we listen for the post with the greatest anxiety,
+  trusting that it will bring us better news of your dear brother. The
+  accounts yesterday gave us a very lively idea of your situation,
+  while you are expecting so critical and dangerous an hour as that
+  which you have in view. We deeply feel for you, yet we know you are
+  and will be supported. We pray for you and your brother, and we know
+  and believe that He on whom we call is rich in mercy and mighty to
+  save. We see many around us who have been restored from the very
+  gates of the grave when every human effort has proved ineffectual.
+  This gives us hopes that our supplications may terminate in praises
+  for your dear brother's restoration to health.
+
+
+  Yours most truly,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Giving Information about Trains._
+
+
+  Chatham, June 3rd.
+
+  MY DEAR ----,
+
+
+  We were all very glad to find on Martha's return yesterday that you
+  would come on Saturday, and we trust we may induce you to stay until
+  Monday.
+
+  I enclose you a list of the departure and arrival of the trains. The
+  launch takes place at three o'clock, but (if you can manage it) you
+  had better come early, that you may have a rest after your journey.
+  Let us know at what time you propose leaving London, and we will
+  meet you at the station. It appears to me the one leaving at 10.30,
+  and arriving at 11.30, is the best, as you will only be an hour on
+  the road. However, let us know.
+
+  We unite in kindest love to all, and best regards to A----
+
+
+  Your affectionate brother,
+
+
+  Leave Victoria.   Arrive at Chatham.
+      9.15               11.20
+     10.30               11.30
+     11.35                1.15
+     12.30                1.36
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Gentleman applying for Sittings or a Pew in a Parish Church,
+  in the Country._
+
+
+  Wales, October 18th, 187-
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  I should feel much obliged if you would use your influence with the
+  churchwardens to procure me a pew or sittings for myself and family
+  in the Parish Church. I need not point out to you the inconvenience
+  arising from not having one allotted to me. I purposed making a
+  formal application to the churchwardens, but being a stranger to
+  them all, I believe a word from you would procure them for me. For
+  some weeks I have been confined to the house from indisposition, or
+  I would have done myself the pleasure of making my request in
+  person.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Dear Sir,
+
+  Very truly yours,
+
+  The Rev. ----
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Gentleman applying to an Agent at a Watering-place for Lodgings._
+
+
+  Thickset Lodge, Howbury, May 1st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Wishing to leave my house in the country for some months in the
+  summer, I should feel obliged if you would inform me whether there
+  would be much difficulty in obtaining furnished apartments at ----.
+  I am well aware that at some of the towns on the South Coast
+  (especially at this time, when a demonstration of our naval forces
+  is to be made) it may be difficult to find them. You know the place
+  well, and also about the terms I generally give.
+
+  If you have received my rent from Dr. ----, please forward it at
+  your convenience, and let me know if any repairs are required at the
+  house.
+
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply._
+
+
+  Marchsea, May 4th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  In reply to your letter, I beg to inform you that all the best
+  lodgings here are occupied, and I fear that I cannot find any which
+  would suit you.
+
+  I enclose a cheque for your rent, and am happy to inform you that no
+  repairs are required at present at Bellevue.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Sir,
+
+  Your obedient servant,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _An Application for a Donation to a Charitable Institution in the
+  Country, such as Coal and Blanket Club and Soup Kitchen._
+
+
+  Hampton, December 1st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Having taken great interest in forming a club for providing coals
+  and blankets, and also in establishing a soup kitchen for the poor
+  in this town, I venture to request your charitable co-operation. I
+  enclose you a prospectus, which will enable you at one glance to see
+  to what extent any donation you may send will entitle you to
+  recommend families who by misfortune or sickness are unfortunately
+  compelled to solicit relief.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Yours obediently,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Letter in reply, enclosing a Donation._
+
+
+  Hampton, December 4th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I am much pleased to find the interest you take in the suffering
+  poor at this inclement season is so great. Your prospectus is very
+  satisfactory; but as I am well assured that all cases of a really
+  deserving nature must be fully known to you, I must request you to
+  distribute as you please the number of tickets to which I am
+  entitled for the cheque for 10_l._ which I enclose.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Sir,
+
+  Yours obediently,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply, unfavourable, to an application for a Donation._
+
+
+  Belfield, January 1st, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  In acknowledging the receipt of your letter of the 22nd, soliciting
+  a subscription to assist you in your charitable efforts for
+  relieving the many distressed poor in your neighbourhood, I regret
+  extremely to have to reply that it is out of my power to help you.
+  Prior to the receipt of your application I had made arrangements to
+  supply some poor families with soup three days in each week for the
+  next six weeks. I cannot afford to devote more money to this object.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Dear Sir,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  JOHN ELLIS.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Gentleman to a Friend, speaking of kindness received in another
+  friend's house._
+
+
+  Stalybridge, May 1st, 187--
+
+  DEAR GEORGE,
+
+
+  You will, I am certain, be very sorry to hear that for the last six
+  weeks I have been confined to the house with a severe attack of
+  rheumatic gout. You, who so well know my active habits, can
+  thoroughly enter into my feelings at being a prisoner for so long a
+  time. The agony I have suffered has been excruciating; I was unable
+  to move without assistance, and was as feeble as an infant, being
+  unable to do the most trifling thing for myself. But you will be
+  glad to hear that I received the greatest kindness and attention
+  from our friends. I was unable to hold a book or a newspaper, but
+  every morning one or the other of this kind family with whom I am
+  staying tried to relieve the monotony of my life by reading to me;
+  in the afternoon some of them would come and tell me the news; and
+  in the evening, whilst I sat propped up on a sofa, the charming
+  daughters would sing and play. I feel grieved to remember the
+  inconvenience and annoyance I must have been to them all, and shall
+  be happy indeed when I can be moved; as, although they are so
+  extremely kind, I feel what a tremendous amount of additional labour
+  I must cause to all the household. Never can I forget the attention
+  and kindness shown me. I shall be very glad to see you when you come
+  home. Have you had much civility shown you at P----? It used to be a
+  very nice place when I lived there.
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours very sincerely,
+
+  JAMES TURNER.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Gentleman in reply._
+
+
+  Preston, May 6th, 187--
+
+  DEAR JAMES,
+
+
+  I am sorry to hear you have had such a severe attack. Nothing is so
+  trying to a man of active habits, like yourself, as confinement to
+  the house. It was fortunate for you that you were not laid up during
+  the best part of the hunting season, as I am afraid your patient
+  spirit would have utterly rebelled against your privation from one
+  of the only things you really enjoy. We are very snug indeed here,
+  and are made a great deal of. We need never be at home unless we
+  choose. Your friends the Ducrows have a very nice house near, and
+  they have introduced me to some very pleasant people. One of their
+  daughters is a very charming girl. We sing duets together; and as we
+  have to practise for some musical parties, I see a great deal of
+  her. You would like her, I think. I hope we may remain here some
+  time longer, as it is not often one meets with such real friendship
+  as the people here have shown us. I send you a few papers which may
+  amuse you. I hope to hear soon that you are better. When you are
+  able to travel I shall be glad to see you here; I can put you up
+  very comfortably.
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours very sincerely,
+
+  GEORGE MILNER.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Gentleman to another, explaining the cause of not replying
+  to a Letter from a Gentleman Abroad._
+
+
+  Poonah House, December 14th, 187--
+
+  MY DEAR JOHN,
+
+
+  You must not measure the real pleasure and gratification it afforded
+  me to receive your letter by the time I have taken to answer it. I
+  have meant many times to sit down and write to you, but one thing or
+  the other has prevented me. The chief cause of my silence, I grieve
+  to say, has been the fresh sorrows we have lately had, in the loss
+  of our dear little pet, a boy of nearly one year old, during
+  teething, and then the break-up of our little comfortable home in
+  consequence of this--for my dear wife was quite broken by it, in
+  health and spirits; and requiring change of air, I sent her and our
+  eldest girl to Dawlish, where they are now comfortably established
+  with my brother's family, and I sincerely hope the change will
+  prove beneficial to them both. There are many of our old Durham
+  friends residing there, which will be pleasant for her. I shall be
+  so completely tied by business here for some weeks, or it may be
+  longer, that I can scarcely fix the time I shall join them. I shall
+  be dull enough alone, you may well imagine. Forgive my apparent
+  neglect, and if you should be passing near be good enough to give me
+  a call. We are a party of about seven in this boarding-house. The
+  terms are very moderate, and if you know any friend requiring
+  accommodation in one, I can vouch for their being comfortable here.
+  Best regards to your wife and daughters.
+
+
+  Yours very sincerely,
+
+  H. D.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Gentleman in Town to another in the Country, enclosing a
+  Wedding Gift._
+
+
+  United Hotel, Waterloo Place, January 18th, 187--
+
+  MY DEAR JONES,
+
+
+  I am sorry I have not been able to run over to see you lately, but
+  some friends of ours from the country have been in Town, and I have
+  had to go about with them constantly. I am just off for a fortnight
+  into Warwickshire, but shall call as soon as I return. I hope you
+  are now free from bronchitis, and I trust that Mrs. J----s and the
+  young ladies are well. I had a very quiet Christmas with my dear old
+  mother. I suppose you are busy in preparations for the wedding. I
+  enclose a small present; it may be more useful than any ornament I
+  can at present think of, and your daughter can purchase with it
+  whatever she may consider best. I wish her every happiness. Are any
+  of you going to see the opening of Parliament? If so I can secure
+  you a very advantageous seat. With kind regards and good wishes,
+
+
+  I remain, yours sincerely,
+
+  H. W. B.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Letter to a Gentleman who has been making inquiries about a
+  Lady's Horse._
+
+
+  Hithrun, March 26th, 187--
+
+  DEAR MARDEN,
+
+
+  Mr. Somes, of B----, has requested me to tell you that he will sell
+  his mare for thirty-five guineas. She is aged about eight or nine;
+  has been as you know regularly hunted for the last two or more
+  seasons, and is a safe and beautiful hack, and goes well in harness.
+  I need not say more than to observe that he is perfectly indifferent
+  about selling her, though much obliged to you for recommending her.
+  I think she is well worth fifty pounds.
+
+
+  Yours very truly,
+
+  J. L----T.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Regretting being unable to give an Appointment to a Situation._
+
+
+  Oakham, December 1st, 187--
+
+  DEAR MR. ----
+
+
+  I am exceedingly sorry at having to return your enclosures without
+  being able to offer you the appointment in question.
+
+  Regretting the trouble you have had, and with my best wishes,
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours very truly,
+
+  H. H. V.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From one Gentleman to another, relative to a Dog._
+
+
+  Rochester, March 6th, 187--
+
+  DEAR FELLOWES,
+
+
+  As you are well up in everything relating to diseases in dogs, I
+  wish for your advice about my puppy. Some people tell me that by
+  vaccinating him I shall ward off the distemper. Do you think it
+  would prove efficacious? I should be sorry to lose him. Perhaps you
+  will drop me a line when you have time. You are generally so
+  occupied that it is scarcely fair to trouble you, but I think you
+  will in this case excuse your old friend. Have you seen anything of
+  Doxman lately? He was here last week.
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours very sincerely,
+
+  H. M. E.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to Letter relative to a Dog._
+
+
+  Tipnor, 10th March, 187--
+
+  DEAR PURCHASE,
+
+
+  I have always leisure to give a friend a hint if I think it possible
+  to be useful, so I lose no time in replying to you about your pup
+  and the distemper. I have tried vaccination and found it a perfect
+  fallacy, and many of my friends, real judges of dogs, and one of
+  whom is frequently appealed to on matters of dispute with regard to
+  their treatment, decidedly says he has no faith in it, and that the
+  effects are nothing. One of my friends had some dogs which all
+  escaped distemper, but that was attributed to his never giving them
+  any animal food. I rarely have a case (among my dogs) of distemper,
+  and if I do it is generally very mild, and I account for it from my
+  mode of feeding them. Until they reach the age of twelve months I
+  keep them entirely, or nearly so, on bread and milk, potatoes,
+  cabbage, meal, and milk, with the very slightest quantity imaginable
+  of flesh food. Do not keep your dog too closely confined; feed him
+  as I advise, and he may escape distemper altogether. Should he not,
+  it will not be so severe as if you had fed him entirely on meat. I
+  shall be coming into your neighbourhood shortly, and will pay you a
+  visit.
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours sincerely,
+
+  H. M. FOX.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _In reply to a Gentleman inquiring for a Solicitor who may be
+  moderate in his charges._
+
+
+  Sheffield, December 29th, 187--
+
+  MY DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  When I retired from business I relinquished my connexion in favour
+  of my former partner, Mr. ----, and I have much pleasure in giving
+  you his name and address:--4, Boland Street, close to the newly
+  erected Sessions Hall. He will, I am sure, be glad to attend to your
+  friend's business, and make only fair charges.
+
+  I am much obliged for your kind inquiries, and am happy to say my
+  wife and children are all well, and unite with me in kind
+  remembrances. When you write to your sister-in-law, will you be so
+  good as to present our kind regards to her? If you find time and
+  opportunity to come so far north as this, we shall be extremely glad
+  to see you.
+
+  Thank you very much for your kind offer of a welcome, and believe me
+  to be,
+
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+  H. F.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Application for a House, Furnished, desiring Lowest Terms._
+
+
+  The Limes, Hampstead, May 1st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Being in want of a furnished residence, the enclosed order to view
+  yours has been sent to me. Please let me know, before I go to view
+  it, what will be the lowest rent. Please return the order.
+
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  H. D. T.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _To a Relieving Officer, by a Neighbour of a Poor Woman taken Ill._
+
+
+  Tapton, March 17th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Mrs. Waterson, a neighbour of mine, whom I have known for more than
+  fifteen years as an industrious woman, is now ill and unable to
+  work. She has no relations who can assist her in any way. Would you,
+  next Thursday, on your way to the board of guardians' meeting, call
+  and see her? Her house is at the corner of Sedgwood Lane. I will see
+  that her wants are attended to until then.
+
+
+  I am, Sir,
+
+  Your obedient servant,
+
+  GEORGE NEWNS.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to a Gentleman recommending a young Man for Employment as a
+  Porter._
+
+
+  Hitchin, June 12th, 18--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I have received your communication relative to John ----. From the
+  accounts you give of his general good conduct, his honesty, and the
+  respectability of his family, I think he will be just the person I
+  require to take the place of the porter I have lately lost by death.
+  If the young man will call to-morrow, he can commence his duties.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Sir,
+
+  Yours obediently,
+
+  J. D. S----.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Application to Borrow Money._
+
+
+  Ashmead, January 11th, 187--
+
+  DEAR ROGERS,
+
+
+  Having been rather unfortunate in some speculations of late, I find
+  I am unable to meet the demands of a tradesman, who positively says
+  he cannot remain longer without a settlement of his account. He
+  threatens proceedings, which just at present would prove very
+  disagreeable. Could you, without inconvenience, oblige me with the
+  loan of 20_l._ for a month?
+
+
+  Yours ever,
+
+  SETH JONES.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply, granting the Loan._
+
+
+  18, Stanhope Gardens, January 11th, 187--
+
+  DEAR JONES,
+
+
+  There is nothing so annoying as to be threatened with proceedings.
+  Perhaps you have not replied civilly to your tradesman's demand for
+  payment; generally speaking, if you do so, they are not pressing. I
+  enclose you a cheque for 20_l._, and shall be glad if you will dine
+  with me this evening. Bring your I. O. U.
+
+
+  Yours ever,
+
+  SAML. ROGERS.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to a Gentleman who wishes to claim an Estate in Chancery._
+
+
+  Strand, June 14th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  In reply to your letter of the 11th inst. relative to the Pulwood
+  estate, in Chancery, I think that your first step is to ascertain in
+  whose Court the suit is pending. You can discover this by searching
+  at the Record and Writ Clerks' Courts, in Chancery Lane. You must
+  then ascertain by search in Chambers of the Judge to whose Court the
+  suit is attached, to what stage the proceedings have advanced, and,
+  if no certificate has issued finding the heir or heirs, you must
+  make out your pedigree, by searching parish and other registers, old
+  family Bibles, &c., and obtain also all the evidence you possibly
+  can in support of it; but you had better employ a solicitor. I trust
+  you will be successful.
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+  JOSIAH WEBB.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _In reply to a Gentleman asking the Loan of a Book relative to
+  German Spa Waters._
+
+
+  Harrow, May 4th, 187--
+
+  DEAR FRANCIS,
+
+
+  I was heartily glad to hear from you again, as I was beginning to
+  fancy you had forgotten me. So you are thinking of going abroad to
+  try the German waters? I have a very useful book, called "The Baths
+  of Europe," and also a small pamphlet on the "German Waters." I will
+  lend them both to you. There are some others written by English
+  physicians, but I forget their titles at this moment. Any
+  bookseller, however, would supply you with the information; but let
+  me advise you, if you intend trying a course of water-drinking or
+  bathing at the foreign spas, not to select any particular place or
+  bath merely from a description given in a book, however good or
+  reliable it may be, so much depends on individual cases and
+  constitutions. Consult first some physician who has made the foreign
+  baths his particular study.
+
+  Trusting you will derive benefit from the change,
+
+
+  Believe me, yours ever,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Gentleman applying for a Loan on the Insurance of his Life._
+
+
+  Chelsea, S.W., May 14th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Having seen an advertisement in the _Evening Standard_, stating that
+  advances are made by you on life policies at the rate of 5 per cent.
+  per annum, I should feel obliged if you would inform me what amount
+  would be advanced on my life policy. I have insured in the
+  G---- office for nearly eighteen years. The policy is No. 18,723. The
+  annual premium is 50_l._ A reply at your earliest convenience will
+  oblige,
+
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  S. H. BOLT.
+
+  To J. H., Esq.,
+  E. I. Office, Trade Street.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Appointing an Interview relative to a Loan_.
+
+
+  Trade Street, May 16th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  In reply to your note of the 14th, I have to request you will be
+  good enough to favour me with a call to-morrow at about 11 A.M. Will
+  you kindly bring your policy with you, and the last receipt?
+
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  GEORGE SIMMS,
+
+  _Secretary_.
+
+  S. H. Bolt, Esq.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Letter from a Marine Engineer, seeking an eligible Partnership._
+
+
+  Ipswich, March 14, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  From an intimate friend of your family with whom I have spent a few
+  days, I am led to suppose you have some desire to join in a
+  desirable partnership. I beg to inform you that for some years I
+  have been engaged in iron ship-building, and I am prepared to take a
+  partner, active or otherwise. The business in which I am at present
+  engaged is connected with an extensive graving dock, now in
+  formation; attached to which will be marine engine and boiler works,
+  so that we may be able to attend, not only to the lengthening and
+  requisite repairs of the hulls, but be able to uphold and renovate
+  their engines, boilers, &c. &c., a combination which is now
+  specially demanded by the greatly increased employment of steam
+  vessels.
+
+  If you will favour me with a call, I will enter more fully into
+  particulars.
+
+
+  I remain, Sir,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  H. B. C.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Gentleman having visited a Property making an Offer for it._
+
+
+  The Elms, Whitchurch, Feb. 15th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  I am this moment returned from Nantwich, having travelled part of
+  the way last night from B----. The house there did not quite satisfy
+  me, but if the trustees of the late owner will do what is required,
+  the place may be made suitable. I looked over the house, grounds,
+  and furniture, and my chief objection is to the want of finish about
+  the grounds. With the house itself I am quite satisfied, and the
+  furnishing of the ground floor requires no special remark; but the
+  bedrooms appear rather defective. Some rooms I could not see, on
+  account of the indisposition of the present tenant. On the whole my
+  notion of the value is about L-- per annum, which, if entertained, I
+  should be disposed to give, supposing the trustees will do all I
+  require.
+
+  I should prefer renting the house for a twelvemonth's occupancy,
+  with option to make it five years. I shall be in London next week,
+  and will fix a day for calling on you if you think it likely we may
+  come to terms. I of course assume that the house would be fully
+  furnished in every respect, excepting plate and linen. I should wish
+  some inexpensive matters done to the grounds which I will explain if
+  we meet. Should you wish any further references I shall be happy to
+  furnish you with them.
+
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+  A. B. H.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to a Gentleman who has been treating for a House._
+
+
+  Westwood, February 16th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  I am glad to find by your letter of yesterday's date that you like
+  the house. I only wish you could have seen it when I occupied it
+  myself--there would have been no cause of complaint as to the
+  out-door appearance then. I shall be very glad indeed to see you in
+  London on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday next (on Thursday I go
+  Axminster), but should those days be inconvenient, pray name your
+  own. I think it likely we may come to terms. Strange to say, I had
+  an application from Mrs. Eglamon's solicitor yesterday, asking
+  permission for her to remain a few months longer. I shall not reply
+  until I have seen you.
+
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+  H. ----.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Young Man who has taken his late Employer's Business, to an
+  old Customer._
+
+
+  Romsey, July 4th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I doubt not that you have heard of the death of my late employer. I
+  have managed his business during the whole of his illness, and as
+  his widow declines to carry it on, I have taken the shop and
+  stock-in-trade, and shall be glad to keep up the connexion with you.
+  I have sent the enclosed bills, which are due, and you may depend on
+  punctuality and attention if you honour me with your orders.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Yours respectfully,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _To a Young Man, relative to his late Employer's Business, which he
+  proposes to carry on._
+
+
+  Portsmouth, July 7th, 187-
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I received yours of the 4th inst., and am extremely sorry to hear of
+  the death of my old friend, your late employer, but at the same time
+  very much pleased to find that his business has fallen into such
+  good hands as yours. You have double advantages over a stranger, as
+  you are well acquainted with your late employer's trade and
+  customers, which, by his transactions with me, appear to be very
+  extensive. I have sent your order in ten bales marked D.P., by the
+  8.40 train, and you will find them as good as your best customers
+  can desire. I am very glad you wish to keep up the old connexion.
+  Wishing you every success,
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  JOHN BACON.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Young Tradesman, asking Advice in Difficulties._
+
+
+  Commercial Road, June 12th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  I am encouraged by my knowledge of your kindness to ask your advice
+  with regard to the difficulties which at present surround me.
+
+  On commencing business, about four years since, everything looked
+  bright and prosperous, but the pressure put upon me now, in
+  consequence of the many bankruptcies that have lately taken place,
+  has brought me to the very brink of misery and ruin. I see no
+  prospect before me but to compound with my creditors, and _that_ I
+  would by any possibility avoid. Knowing the interest you have always
+  taken in me, and being well aware that your advice and assistance
+  are most valuable, I now venture to apply to you. I have dreaded to
+  do so, as it appeared to me that I was, as it were, imposing upon
+  your too compassionate heart. However, now, dear sir, you know the
+  whole of my circumstances, and exactly the position in which I find
+  myself, through no fault of my own. I shall anxiously await your
+  reply. With many thanks for past undeserved kindness,
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Dear Sir,
+
+  Yours most respectfully,
+
+  H. S. F.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to Young Tradesman's Letter, relative to Difficulties._
+
+
+  St. Mary Axe, London, June 19th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  Having admired you for your upright dealings ever since you
+  commenced business, I am sorry to hear of your present difficulties.
+  There are but two courses open to you--bankruptcy or composition.
+  Compound with your creditors, as the best and only means of showing
+  your honesty of purpose, and also because it will save them the
+  expenses caused by bankruptcy. I will do all in my power to arrange
+  matters for you. My own claim I will not at present press, and very
+  possibly when everything is settled you may find yourself in a much
+  less distressing position than you at present imagine. Let me see
+  you as soon as you can. Keep nothing back from me.
+
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+  H. T. G.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Man with a small Capital intending to go into Business,
+  asking for Advice._
+
+
+  Penge, April 5th, 187--
+
+  DEAR MR. MATTHEWS,
+
+
+  Having within the last few weeks received a very handsome legacy, I
+  am thinking of endeavouring to increase it by going into business.
+  For some years, you are aware, I was with Messrs. Piper and Co., and
+  I imagine I might derive benefit from their connexion. I am well
+  convinced, from your practical knowledge, you will give me such
+  information as will prevent my getting into difficulties. I presume
+  I must be cautious, in starting in business, not to sink too much of
+  my funds in a large stock at first, as there may be a doubt that the
+  return would not be sufficiently speedy to cover my outlay, and
+  consequently I should be obliged to draw upon my capital for
+  household expenses. There is another point on which I wish your
+  advice, and that is as to the locality in which I should take a
+  business. Do you recommend a new neighbourhood, or not? Will you
+  also give me some hints as to the sort of connexion I should
+  endeavour to obtain? and doubtless you will oblige me in giving me a
+  few general directions as to the best mode of succeeding in my
+  undertaking.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Dear Sir,
+
+  Yours respectfully,
+
+  D. T----.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to Young Man intending to go into Business._
+
+
+  Tarnham, May 4th, 187--
+
+  DEAR MR. THOMAS,
+
+
+  I was glad to receive your letter, and glad to find you have
+  confided in your father's old friend for advice, under the
+  circumstance of your starting in business. You do not tell me the
+  amount of your capital; but whether large or small, the same rule
+  should be adopted;--you must be very careful in the matter of
+  investing your money, for without great precaution and judgment you
+  may be a considerable loser. Do not lay in too large a stock. Should
+  trade prove slack, the rent and taxes of your premises must be paid;
+  the stock lies idle and deteriorates in value; and when once you dip
+  into your capital there will be little prospect of your recovering
+  yourself again.
+
+  With regard to a locality, you must be guided very much by the
+  number of the inhabitants, the nature of the neighbourhood, the
+  requirements and the customs of the resident population; and if
+  possible you should ascertain whether there is any one in the same
+  business who may already have obtained the best connexion. Many
+  small capitalists, in going into a new neighbourhood, have been
+  bitterly disappointed in their expectations of making a good
+  connexion. It is really a fact, that the first shops established in
+  a new place generally fail. Should your neighbourhood be a poor one,
+  guard against laying in a supply of luxuries. Necessaries will be
+  certain to sell. Being agent to one of the large wine firms that
+  supply grocers is a great advantage, as many a customer coming for
+  wine is induced to purchase another article. There is one thing
+  necessary to success in business, and that is civility, an amount
+  of which in stock will cost nothing. And by treating all your
+  customers, rich and poor, with due deference but not servility, you
+  will find your custom very much increase. Let your customers see
+  that it is a pleasure for you to oblige, and that it is not done
+  with a view only of selfish greed or gain. Should you require advice
+  at any future time, I shall be very glad indeed to give you any
+  information you may require.
+
+  I will close my letter with one more word of counsel, which is
+  this--do not get into debt. Wishing you every success,
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Your sincere friend,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Merchant abroad to his Brother, forwarding Goods for Sale,
+  and requesting others._
+
+
+  Leghorn, May 4th, 187--
+
+  DEAR FRED,
+
+
+  According to promise by last mail, I send you by first steamer
+  twelve bales of raw silk, marked R. N. I need not tell you to
+  dispose of them to the best advantage; they are in first-rate
+  condition, warranted good; I examined each bale myself before
+  shipping. I enclose an order for several different articles of
+  British manufacture, to be sent at an early date; let them be as
+  good and as _cheap_ as you can possibly procure. That class of goods
+  is in great demand at present.
+
+
+  Your affectionate brother,
+
+  J. T.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Brother answering his Brother or Friend, relative to receipt of
+  Goods._
+
+
+  London, May 16th, 187--
+
+  DEAR JOHN,
+
+
+  Yours of the 4th was duly received, and the goods therein mentioned
+  have since been delivered at the Custom-house. I immediately
+  advertised them for sale in twelve different lots, but they were all
+  bought up by one of the principal manufacturers in Spitalfields for
+  a good sum, which I have lodged in the bank to your credit. I
+  forwarded last week, by the _Orion_, the different articles you
+  ordered. There are twenty bales, marked "A. X." I am told, by judges
+  in the trade, that they are the best and cheapest that can be had. I
+  shall be glad to hear they have realized your expectations.
+
+
+  Your affectionate brother,
+
+  FRED.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Gentleman in the Corn Trade to another._
+
+
+  Petersfield, January 31st, 187--
+
+  DEAR ----,
+
+
+  We had a tolerable supply of wheat at market to-day; there was
+  rather a limited attendance, however, and business on the whole
+  proceeded slowly. Most of the samples exhibited were in poor
+  condition; and this, coupled with the sluggish demand, caused prices
+  to give way from one to two shillings per quarter. Foreign wheat had
+  but a dull inquiry. In the flour market there was a moderate
+  consumptive business done, at about late terms; best descriptions of
+  malting and grinding barleys were held for rather higher terms,
+  with a quiet demand. I shall be in your neighbourhood on Sunday, and
+  will give you a call.
+
+
+  Yours very truly,
+
+  J----N D----R.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Friend at Bradford to his Friend in London, on Business
+  (Wool)._
+
+
+  Bradford, January 17th, 187--
+
+  DEAR ----,
+
+
+  We are looking up, as there is a very good tone prevailing in the
+  wool market, and a very fair amount of business has been done during
+  the past week. The late advancing rates, consequent upon the high
+  prices of country dealers, tend to check operations, which are quite
+  of a consumptive character. Very good wethers continue in demand.
+  Hogs are rather more in favour. Skin wool is also in fair request;
+  pieces are very stiff. Hughes' sale the other day fully sustained
+  the tendency of the market, both as respects demands and quotations.
+  I will not lose an opportunity, believe me.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Yours sincerely,
+
+  JAMES BOLTON.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Shopkeeper in the Country, to a Wholesale Dealer._
+
+
+  Cefnmawr, October 1st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I was very sorry, on the last receipt of a parcel forwarded by you,
+  to be obliged to find fault with some of the goods, which were not
+  at all up to sample that was sent about two months since. You
+  assured me, at the same time, that in future there should be no
+  cause for complaint. Since then I have received my last order, and
+  there is, if possible, a greater inferiority in some of the articles
+  than on the previous occasion. I do not, believe me, complain
+  without cause; my customers are disposed, I fear, to leave me, not
+  being satisfied with the quality of the articles I sell. If you will
+  make some reduction in price, I will retain those I have now;
+  otherwise, however unwilling I may be to do so, I must return them.
+  Awaiting an early reply,
+
+
+  I remain, Sir,
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+  H. N----.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Wholesale Dealer, to Tradesman in the Country._
+
+
+  London, October 4th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  We were sorry to find, on receipt of yours of the -- inst., that you
+  had occasion again to find fault with the goods lately furnished.
+  Some parcels forwarded to you were done so by inadvertence. We
+  should be sorry to lose your custom, and also grieved to hear you
+  had suffered any pecuniary loss. We are perfectly willing to agree
+  to such a reduction in price as you, in your integrity, think fairly
+  just.
+
+
+  We remain,
+
+  Sir,
+
+  Yours obediently,
+
+  A. O----.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _To a Theatrical Manager._
+
+
+  Shoreham, September, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Having seen in the _Era_ of last week that your theatre opens in a
+  fortnight, and that a "General Utility Man" and "First Walking Lady"
+  are wanted, I beg to offer the services of Mrs. A. and myself. We
+  have filled the same places in many theatres (our last engagement
+  was in the North). We have also been very frequently employed in
+  arranging and conducting amateur performances. I trust to hear in a
+  few days, as I leave this next week.
+
+
+  I remain, Sir,
+
+  Your obedient servant,
+
+  H. ADAIR.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a House and Estate Agent, acknowledging receipt of a
+  Communication relative to Sale or Letting of a Property._
+
+
+  84, Crane Street, London, Nov. 14th, 187--
+
+  MADAM,
+
+
+  I am obliged by your favour of yesterday's date, notifying that
+  Treverne House will be vacant next month. I am sorry to say, things
+  remain very bad here, and I find few purchasers at high prices. See
+  my last letter respecting the offer made by Mr. Townsend. I gave you
+  information about selling prices, and I do not see much improvement
+  in the ideas of buyers at present. By the way, there is a small
+  account of 4_l._ outstanding against you on my books, which
+  doubtless you have overlooked. Will you kindly remit it? and please
+  say if I am to take any step beyond placing Treverne House on my
+  list, to sell or let.
+
+
+  I remain, Madam,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  THOMAS OLIVER.
+
+  Mrs. A. Morgan,
+  18, St. George's Road, Hanover Square.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Gentleman to a Friend, relative to a Bill._
+
+
+  Tangel Lane, May 25th, 187--
+
+  DEAR ROBSON,
+
+
+  I had a note from Mr. B---- this morning relative to our bill for
+  50_l._ I am very anxious about the matter. Will you call to-morrow,
+  and bring as much money as you can collect? I am afraid he is
+  inclined to be very disagreeable. I will do all I can.
+
+
+  Yours ever,
+
+  J. F. T.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to Question as to Rent of, and permission to View, a House._
+
+
+  Wandsworth, May 5th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  As we are about to go abroad, we wish to let our house quickly, and
+  for this purpose have consented to reduce our terms from ---- guineas
+  to ---- guineas, furnished. We are quite convinced this is a very
+  cheap rental for the style and accommodation of the place, which we
+  think you will be pleased with, if you will favour it with a visit.
+  The scenery is beautiful; the parish church is close at hand, as
+  also the station; the neighbourhood is excellent. There is a good
+  market town within easy reach. Trusting to hear from you shortly,
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  H---- H----.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From the Secretary of a Convalescent Hospital, applying for
+  Expenses of Patients._
+
+
+  Denbigh, July 20th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I am directed by the committee of management to request you will
+  remit the sum due for the maintenance of the sick people introduced
+  by you during the last quarter. The amount due, I believe, was
+  furnished you by the house surgeon a week or two since.
+
+
+  I remain, Sir,
+
+  Your obedient servant,
+
+  H---- H---- I----.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Gentleman, enclosing a Certificate of Illness from a Medical
+  Man, excusing himself from attending at his Office._
+
+
+  Brompton, May 28th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  I enclose, as you wish, a certificate from Dr. R. P----, who has
+  been attending me for the last few weeks. I hope most sincerely I
+  shall be able to resume my duties about the middle of the week,
+  particularly if I go on improving as I have done the last few days.
+
+  I trust you will tender my best thanks to all for their forbearance
+  and assistance during my illness.
+
+
+  Believe me,
+
+  Yours very truly,
+
+  H. B. H.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Medical Attendant's Certificate._
+
+
+  Brompton, May 28th, 187--
+
+
+  I beg to certify that Mr. J. W---- is unable to attend to his
+  duties. For some weeks past he has suffered greatly, but I think in
+  a week or ten days he will be in a position to resume his post.
+
+
+  B---- O----, M.D.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to an Advertisement for the Appointment of Medical Officer to
+  an Union Division._
+
+
+  Bromley, May 14th, 187--
+
+  GENTLEMEN,
+
+
+  Herewith I enclose my testimonials, with an application for the
+  appointment of Medical Officer to the Upton Division of your parish.
+  I am duly qualified, as a reference to the "Medical Register" will
+  show. Should you be pleased to elect me to the vacant post, I can
+  assure you that no pains on my part shall be wanting to alleviate
+  the sufferings of the poor, with due regard to the interests of the
+  ratepayers.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Gentlemen,
+
+  Your obedient Servant,
+
+  P---- A----.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _To a Gentleman in reply as to an Agency for a Bordeaux Firm._
+
+
+  Strand, London, March 6th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I have received your letter of the 4th inst. If you feel confident
+  that you are in a position to do a good and safe private trade for
+  my firm I shall be pleased to hear from you with regard to
+  references, &c. The commission we allow to our agents is 15 per
+  cent., the cheapest qualities excepted, on which we allow only 10
+  per cent. commission. Letters for me to be addressed "Care of
+  Messrs. F----t and F----k, Strand, London." I shall be returning to
+  Bordeaux shortly, and await your early reply
+
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+  JAMES MORTINE.
+
+  _One of the Firm of Mortine & Co._
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Letter urging Payment of a Debt._
+
+
+  Doncaster, April 10th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I have made several applications to you for the settlement of your
+  account, now a long time over due. Our clerk has frequently called
+  for it, but has not been fortunate enough to have an interview with
+  you. I have a very large amount to make up by the end of this month,
+  and must beg of you to give attention to it before that time. You
+  must be aware that the account has already run far beyond my usual
+  term of credit. Awaiting an early settlement,
+
+
+  I am, Sir,
+
+  Your obedient Servant,
+
+  H. H. C.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Tenant to a Landlord, requesting Time to Pay Rent._
+
+
+  14, Steel Street, January 21st, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  From most unexpected and distressing circumstances, of which perhaps
+  you may, by report, have become acquainted before this, I regret
+  that I have been unable to pay my rent for the past half-year. But
+  as up to this time the payment has always been punctually made, I
+  hope I may request your kind forbearance a short time longer.
+  Trusting that you will accede to my request,
+
+
+  I am, dear Sir,
+
+  Yours respectfully,
+
+  ADAM JONES.
+
+  C. Douglas, Esq.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Answer from a Landlord in reply to a Tenant, relative to
+  Non-payment of Rent._
+
+
+  Lansdowne Place, April 14th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  As you assume, I have heard reports of your distressing
+  disappointments. I think you have known me long enough to be sure I
+  would not willingly distress any one, more especially a tenant who
+  up to this time has been so punctual in his payments. When you can
+  conveniently pay the last half-year's rent, do so; I shall not--rest
+  assured--make any demand upon you for it. Trusting that your
+  difficulties will soon be satisfactorily arranged,
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  JOHN SAVAGE.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply from Landlord to a Tenant, relative to Non-payment of Rent._
+
+
+  Hood's Place, Waverton, January 21st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I regret to hear of the difficulties and disappointments which you
+  tell me in your letter of the 19th inst. you are at present
+  experiencing. Were it in my power to grant you time to pay the rent
+  now overdue, I would most willingly do so; but I have heavy and
+  serious calls upon me at this moment, and must therefore request you
+  to forward me the amount by return of post.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Sir,
+
+  Yours obediently,
+
+  JAMES GOODCHILD.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Sugar Refiner applying for a Situation._
+
+
+  Shoreditch, July 19th, 187--
+
+  GENTLEMEN,
+
+
+  Being out of employment at present, and hearing you required a
+  sober, steady, active, and pushing man to superintend your business
+  upstairs, I write to inform you that for years I was head upstairs
+  man at Messrs. ---- and Co. You will see by the enclosed copy of a
+  testimonial from them that the duties of filling out the goods up to
+  the stoving, were carried out in such a manner as to convince them I
+  thoroughly understood the business. A reply at your convenience will
+  much oblige,
+
+
+  Yours respectfully,
+
+  O. ----
+
+  Messrs. Sweet and Sharp.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _An Application for an Appointment on a Railway._
+
+
+  Chatham, January 1st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Having received my discharge from the army after completing ten
+  years' service, and being desirous of obtaining employment as a
+  porter on a railway, I take the liberty of enclosing a copy of my
+  discharge to you, understanding you have great influence in the
+  appointment of the Company's servants. I have never filled such an
+  appointment before, but I lived as footman for some years with a
+  gentleman whose testimony as to character I also enclose. I trust
+  you will favourably consider my case. Should my application prove
+  successful I will always endeavour, by diligent discharge of my
+  duty, to show my sense of your kindness.
+
+
+  I remain, Sir,
+
+  Your most obedient Servant,
+
+  JAMES MAURICE.
+
+  Samuel Stevens, Esq.,
+
+  Secretary Tavistock Railway.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to a Gentleman requiring a Situation as a Clerk and Foreign
+  Correspondent._
+
+
+  Austin Friars, July 14th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  I am glad to be able to offer you the position you sought. Your
+  testimonials are excellent. Although you had many competitors, your
+  knowledge of languages (more especially German) had great weight,
+  and we have decided to appoint you. The gentleman who has held the
+  appointment up to this time is, I find, residing in your
+  neighbourhood. He may be known to you; if so, he would I dare say
+  tell you we are extremely particular as to punctuality. You can
+  commence your duties on Monday next.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Dear Sir,
+
+  Yours obediently,
+
+  J. JONES.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Applying for a Clerkship._
+
+
+  GENTLEMEN,
+
+
+  Being desirous of obtaining a clerkship, and seeing by advertisement
+  that your firm is in want of a confidential clerk, I beg to offer
+  myself as a candidate for the situation. I held a similar
+  appointment for some years with Messrs. Turine and Medei of San
+  Paulo. I can write, speak fluently, interpret, and translate French,
+  Spanish, and German.
+
+  I enclose copies of my testimonials. Should you be pleased to
+  appoint me, no exertion on my part shall be wanting to give you
+  satisfaction.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Gentlemen,
+
+  Your obedient servant,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Reply to an Advertisement for an Appointment as Secretary to an
+  Institution._
+
+
+  London, May 31st, 187--
+
+  "_Wanted immediately, a Secretary._"
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  With reference to the above advertisement I beg to enclose copies of
+  testimonials, received within the last few months, by which you
+  will see my capability for management. My friends, you will observe,
+  are gentlemen of position and influence, with whom I am and have
+  been for years on terms of the greatest intimacy. I need not say
+  that, should I obtain the appointment in question, my interest with
+  them and many other very influential friends should be exerted to
+  the utmost of my power to promote in every way the interests of the
+  Institution.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Sir,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  H. V. Y.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Applying to a Friend for a Recommendation by a Young Man desirous
+  of obtaining an Appointment._
+
+
+  Chelsea, May 14th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  As you have known me for very many years, and as I am at present
+  endeavouring to obtain an appointment with Messrs. L----g and
+  L----g, may I take the liberty of asking you to give me a
+  recommendation to them? You know that I have always borne an upright
+  and unblemished character, and that while under your superintendence
+  I was always attentive to my duties, and I believe that I obtained
+  your confidence. Trusting you will comply with my request,
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Dear Sir,
+
+  Yours respectfully,
+
+  H. P. K.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _An Application for a Situation in the Police._
+
+
+  Sevenoaks, February 12th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Having served with you for seven years in the --th Foot, during
+  which time I was employed in situations of trust, and hearing now
+  that you have great influence with the Commissioners of the Police
+  Force of the City of London, may I take the liberty of asking you to
+  assist me in obtaining an appointment in the Force? I am
+  twenty-eight years of age, five feet ten inches in height, strong
+  and healthy, and carried away many prizes at our regimental games.
+
+
+  I remain, Sir,
+
+  Yours most respectfully,
+
+  H. J. I.,
+
+  Late Sergeant 199th Foot.
+
+  Colonel ----, Belgrave Square.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Person desirous of Employment as a Manager of a Wholesale or
+  Retail Business._
+
+
+  Shepherd's Bush, April 5th, 187--
+
+  GENTLEMEN,
+
+
+  I beg to forward a strong recommendation from Messrs. C---- and
+  G---- for the post of manager of your [retail or wholesale] business.
+  For some years previous to the late war I was employed by Messrs.
+  ---- and ----, and was selected by their French correspondents to
+  manage a branch establishment at B----, which is now progressing
+  most satisfactorily. I am a good correspondent in French and Italian
+  and German, and understand the business well in all its branches.
+
+  Trusting that you will favourably consider my friend's
+  recommendation,
+
+
+  I remain, Gentlemen,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply to an Application relating to an Advertisement._
+
+
+  420, Princes Street, London.
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  In reply to yours respecting the advertisement in yesterday's
+  _Times_, the appointment referred to was to fill up a vacancy in the
+  Board of an established Brewery Company, "limited," and one which
+  has the prospect of more than ordinary success. All the parties
+  connected with it are of the highest respectability. ---- pounds are
+  required to be invested in paid-up shares, and the remuneration of a
+  director would probably be L---- per annum. There is one appointment
+  also connected with this, worth L---- per annum; but the individual
+  who takes this is expected to introduce L---- on share or loan
+  capital. Should this be likely to suit you, please make an
+  appointment for an early interview.
+
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Book-keeper and Accountant applying for Employment._
+
+
+  Hampton, February 1st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  My late employer, Mr. ----, having relinquished business, and
+  hearing that you required a book-keeper, I venture to apply for the
+  situation. For many years I have had great business experience,
+  having been entrusted with matters of great responsibility. I am a
+  good accountant, and can speak and write German, French, and Italian
+  fluently. Soliciting the favour of a reply,
+
+
+  I remain, Sir,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Application for Employment in an Auctioneer's and Estate Agent's
+  Office._
+
+
+  Swansea, July 1st, 187--
+
+  GENTLEMEN,
+
+
+  Having lately been engaged in the office of S---- and Co.,
+  auctioneers and surveyors in B----, and wishing to remove to London,
+  where I have some very influential friends, I write to ascertain if
+  you have a vacancy in your office. The whole control of the business
+  here was left in my hands. I am an experienced surveyor, and can
+  prepare particulars of sale, plans, reports, catalogues,
+  advertisements, &c.; and am able to conduct the routine of business,
+  both in and out of doors. I can refer you to persons in the City
+  should you favour me with a reply.
+
+
+  I remain, Sir,
+
+  Yours respectfully,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Person desirous of entering into Partnership in a Lucrative
+  Profession._
+
+
+  Ladbroke Terrace, May 1st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Having seen that Mr. B---- has retired from your firm, I beg to
+  introduce to your notice a friend of mine, who wishes to invest
+  about 2000_l._ in a lucrative business. I have pointed out to him
+  what a well established house yours is, and how the business could
+  be readily increased by the assistance of an energetic partner. He
+  is a man of education, has a great turn for business, and has
+  travelled abroad. He is about thirty years of age, and can give you
+  the most unexceptionable references. If you can call on me I will
+  introduce him to you.
+
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _An Estate Agent, relative to a House of which his Client is anxious
+  to Dispose._
+
+
+  Salisbury, February 14th, 187--
+
+  _Re Woodside._
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  We have been expecting to hear from you _re_ the above, giving us
+  instructions as to whether we shall put it up in the Mart this
+  spring or not. If it is still your intention to do so, may we ask
+  that you will kindly let us know at once, as we will then
+  immediately get our bills out, and have them posted about, as this
+  is generally requisite a month or two before the sale, so as to have
+  it well advertised.
+
+  If you would kindly favour us with a call, we shall be glad to
+  confer with you upon the subject.
+
+  We may mention we are expecting to have several other estates for
+  sale by auction in the spring.
+
+  An early call or reply would greatly oblige,
+
+
+  Your most obedient servant,
+
+  H. & Co.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From an Agent who has been engaged in endeavouring to arrange a
+  matter of importance, applying for Remuneration._
+
+
+  189, Trafalgar Square, September 14th, 187--
+
+  DEAR MADAM,
+
+
+  You will of course have observed, by the announcement in the
+  newspapers of this day's date, that the business we have been so
+  anxious about is settled. I do not wish to enlarge on my own humble
+  services in the cause; but I am sure you will admit that if a
+  professional gentleman had been employed, the advice and services I
+  have rendered during the last few years would have been made into a
+  very lengthy bill, far exceeding the amount you promised me,
+  whatever the issue of the negotiations might be. I am well assured
+  that I am in good hands, however, and had I been called upon to
+  render ten times the required services and advice, you would have
+  found me as ready and willing as I have been. Your kind favour of
+  the --ult., enclosing cheque, was duly received. I need not say how
+  glad I shall be to hear again from you at your earliest convenience.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Dear Madam,
+
+  Yours very faithfully,
+
+  ERASMUS JACKSON.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Letter from a Traveller at Manchester, to his Employers in London._
+
+
+  Manchester, January 18th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIRS,
+
+
+  During the week very little change has taken place in prices quoted
+  in my last. Cotton was a shade better on Monday, which caused
+  sellers of yarn and cloth in this market to ask rather more in some
+  instances; but the improvement was quite evanescent. The market,
+  however, has continued steady. Some buyers have made attempts to
+  operate at rather lower prices, and offers have been freely made at
+  1/8_d._ to 1/4_d._ per lb. for yarns, but the offers have only been
+  made in exceptional cases. For goods of all descriptions,
+  notwithstanding some discouraging accounts from abroad, very
+  considerable contracts for distant delivery in point of time could
+  have been secured by making a very slight concession.
+
+  Madapollams, jaconets, and mulls are not in active request, but
+  maintain last week's values. Printers T cloths and domestics meet
+  with a fair consumptive demand, and orders can only be placed at the
+  prices of Tuesday. Large importations of cotton, and lower prices,
+  are causing buyers to operate cautiously, both in yarn and cloth. I
+  leave this to-morrow for MacClesfield.
+
+
+  I remain, Gentlemen,
+
+  Yours obediently,
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Relative to an Advertisement, requesting a copy._
+
+
+  Wareham, June 15th, 187-
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  I have the pleasure of forwarding you, on the fly-leaf, a copy of
+  the order for the advertisement. We trust it was in conformity with
+  your wishes.
+
+
+  Yours respectfully,
+
+  H. M. B----.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Application for a Debt some time owing_.
+
+
+  Windsor Buildings, May 14th, 187-
+
+  MADAM,
+
+
+  Mr. W. C. Durnford has placed his book debts in my hands to collect,
+  and I shall be obliged by the payment of 1_l._ 18_s._ 6_d._, for
+  which I find you are his debtor.
+
+
+  I am, Madam,
+
+  Your obedient servant,
+
+  J. I----.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Application for an outstanding Account._
+
+
+  London, May 4th, 187--
+
+  Mrs. ----,
+
+  MADAM,
+
+
+  We beg to inform you that we are instructed by Messrs. B----n and
+  C----n, of Duncan Street, who are desirous of clearing off several
+  outstanding accounts which are considerably overdue, to make
+  application to you for payment of an amount of L-- 18_s._ 4_d._ for
+  articles supplied in July, 1868, and January, 1869; and to
+  facilitate the next balancing of books, we ask you to kindly make it
+  convenient to favour us with a cheque for the amount before the 30th
+  inst.
+
+
+  We are, Madam,
+
+  Yours faithfully,
+
+  H. F. & Co.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Applying for an Account, and furnishing particulars._
+
+
+  Streatham, June 13th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIR,
+
+
+  On the other side I hand you particulars of Mrs. Soames' account,
+  for which please send me cheque.
+
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+  W. W.
+  _pro_ P. F. C.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Gentleman's Servant, applying for a Situation._
+
+
+  Praetland Terrace, March 1st, 187--
+
+  "_Valet Wanted._"
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  In reply to an advertisement in yesterday's _Daily Telegraph_,
+  headed as above, I beg to offer myself for the situation.
+
+  For six years and a half I lived with the late General Aslett in
+  that capacity; on his death the establishment was reduced, and I
+  received my dismissal.
+
+  I enclose a copy of my character from my previous masters, and also
+  one from the proprietor of the Great Northern Hotel, who has known
+  me for many years. I am unmarried, 5ft. 10in. in height, and
+  twenty-eight years of age.
+
+
+  I remain, Sir,
+
+  Your most obedient humble servant,
+
+  JAMES FIELD.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _From a Coachman, requiring a place._
+
+
+  Croydon, October 2nd.
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Having heard that you are in want of a coachman, I respectfully beg
+  to offer myself for the situation.
+
+  I have lived in my last place with J. G----, Esq., who will, I am
+  sure give me a good character.
+
+
+  I remain, Sir,
+
+  Your obedient servant,
+
+  JOHN JAMES.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Reply._
+
+
+  Beech Park, October 4th.
+
+  JOHN JAMES,
+
+
+  I have received your application for my coachman's place, and should
+  be glad to know of how many horses you had the care at Mr. ----'s;
+  whether you had a groom under you; and if you can drive in London as
+  well as in the country.
+
+  Let me know also if you are a married man, and, if so, whether you
+  have a family.
+
+
+  ROBERT BRUCE.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Coachman's Reply._
+
+
+  Croydon, October 6th.
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I had the care of three horses at Mr. ----, and he allowed me
+  assistance in the stable.
+
+  I am a married man and have five children. I have been used to drive
+  in London during the season. If you should be pleased to engage me,
+  I shall endeavour to do my best to serve you.
+
+
+  I am, Sir,
+
+  Your obedient servant,
+
+  JOHN JAMES.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Applying for a Situation as a Gardener._
+
+
+  Snowdrop Cottage, June 1st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Understanding that there will be a vacancy shortly in your
+  establishment for a gardener, I respectfully beg to offer myself for
+  the place. From boyhood I have been under the best of gardeners. I
+  served my apprenticeship with, and have been from time to time
+  improving myself under the direction of one of the most experienced
+  landscape gardeners employed in the Crystal Palace Gardens. I
+  enclose you a copy of the opinion formed of my capabilities by those
+  under whom I placed myself, and assure you my whole time and study
+  shall be devoted to your service.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Yours obediently,
+
+  E. GARDNER.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _A Gentleman ordering a Set of Harness from a Saddler._
+
+
+  Edisbury Place, February 4th, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I send my coachman to consult with you as to the style and quality
+  of a new set of double harness, which I shall shortly require. My
+  own idea is that harness cannot be too light looking. I have also a
+  great objection to a large amount of plating. My coachman will tell
+  you the size of the horses; and please let me know by him the very
+  lowest price.
+
+
+  Yours obediently,
+
+  JAMES HEATON.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Saddler, in reply._
+
+
+  3, Tanning Road, February 1st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  Many thanks for your esteemed communication. From the description
+  given by your coachman of the double harness required, I think I can
+  supply you to your satisfaction for the sum of 24_l._, and
+  everything will be of the best quality. Trusting that you will be
+  satisfied with the quality and character of the goods,
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Sir,
+
+  Your humble obedient servant,
+
+  JOSEPH TANNER.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Gentleman in reply, objecting to Price._
+
+
+  Edisbury Place, February, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  On my return I was much surprised to find that your prices were so
+  very much above the sum I proposed to expend for a set of double
+  harness: however, I will consider the matter. A friend of mine who
+  lately ordered a set of harness much the same as that which my
+  coachman described to you, assures me that the charge for it was
+  between 5_l._ and 6_l._ less. I will see you on the subject on my
+  return from Rome.
+
+
+  Yours obediently,
+
+  JAMES HEATON.
+
+  Mr. ----
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Saddler, in reply._
+
+
+  3, Tanning Road, February 1st, 187--
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  As I am sorry at any time to lose custom, I take the liberty of
+  requesting you to defer your decision until your return, and if you
+  will then favour me with a call I think I can show you sets of
+  harness at a price that you will find moderate. I enclose you a
+  letter which I have received from a coachman, from which you will be
+  able to judge for yourself of the pressure put upon us by servants.
+
+
+  I remain,
+
+  Sir,
+
+  Yours respectfully,
+
+  JOSEPH TANNER.
+
+  James Heaton, Esq.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Requesting the Renewal of a Bill._
+
+
+  Tipnor, February 4th, 187--
+
+  DEAR SIRS,
+
+
+  Having had great difficulty in collecting my accounts during the
+  last half year (although I have strict assurances that they will
+  all, or nearly all, be settled by the end of this month), I find I
+  am unable to meet in full my acceptance to you for 150_l._ 14_s._
+  2_d._ Would you oblige me by holding it to the end of this month? I
+  shall then be prepared to meet the same. An early reply will oblige,
+
+
+  Yours truly,
+
+  Messrs. Farren, Johnson, and Styles.
+
+
+
+
+  COMMERCIAL FORMS.
+
+
+  _Form of Cheque to "Bearer."_
+
+
+  London, Dec. 8th, 18--
+
+  To the London Joint-Stock Bank, Chancery Lane Branch.
+
+
+  Pay to ---- or bearer, One Hundred pounds.
+
+
+  L100.     T. ROBINSON.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of Cheque to "Order."_
+
+
+  London, Dec. 8th, 18--
+
+  To the London Joint-Stock Bank, Chancery Lane Branch.
+
+
+  Pay to ---- or order, One Hundred pounds.
+
+
+  L100. T. ROBINSON.
+
+
+  This form will require, previous to payment, the endorsement of the
+  party to whom it is made payable.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of an Ordinary Bill of Exchange._
+
+
+  London, May 1st, 18--
+
+  L100.
+
+
+  Three Months after date, pay to me or my order One Hundred pounds.
+  Value received.
+
+
+  T. ROBINSON.
+
+  To Mr. Henry Jones, Liverpool.
+
+
+  To make this a negotiable document, it has to be accepted by being
+  signed across the face by the party on whom it is drawn, and
+  endorsed on the back by the drawer.
+
+  This admits of the following change, according to circumstances:
+  instead of "three months after date," it may be "at sight," or at
+  such a time "after sight," or at such a specified time, or "on
+  demand;" and the instruction to pay may be "to A. B. or order."
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of a Promissory Note._
+
+
+  L100. London, July 1st, 18--
+
+
+  Three Months after date, I promise to pay to Mr. Henry Jones, or
+  order, One Hundred pounds, for value received.
+
+
+  T. ROBINSON.
+
+  Payable at The London Joint-Stock Bank, Chancery Lane Branch.
+
+
+  To make this a negotiable document, it has to be endorsed by being
+  signed across the back by the party to whom it is made payable.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of a Foreign Bill of Exchange._
+
+
+  L100. Paris, June 1st, 18--
+
+
+  Sixty days after sight of this First of Exchange (Second and Third
+  unpaid) pay to the order of Messrs. Jones and Robinson, One Hundred
+  pounds sterling, value received; and charge to account, with or
+  without advice of
+
+
+  WILLIAM SMITH.
+
+  To Mr. Thomas Kelley, Manchester. Payable in London.
+
+
+  The naming of the payee admits of the same variations as are
+  exhibited in an ordinary Bill of Exchange. The time of payment may
+  be, in like manner, variously expressed. The term "usance" is
+  sometimes employed to express the period of running in foreign
+  bills. It means a certain time fixed by custom as between any two
+  places, and the period covered by a usance will therefore depend on
+  the places of drawing and payment.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of Ordinary Receipt._
+
+
+  London, May 2nd, 18--
+
+
+  Received of Mr. John Frost, Twenty-nine pounds twelve shillings and
+  sixpence.
+
+
+  L29 12_s._ 6_d._ C. CUTHBERT.
+
+
+  N.B.--All receipts for sums of Two pounds and upwards require to
+  have a receipt stamp affixed to them, which stamp should be
+  cancelled by being written across. The penalty for evading this law
+  is 50_l._
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of Receipt for Rent._
+
+
+  London, August 18th, 18--
+
+
+  Received of A. Wigram, Esq., Fifteen pounds, being one quarter's
+  rent due on Midsummer Day last, for the premises occupied by him at
+  No. 14, South Rupert Street, W.C.
+
+
+  L15 0_s._ 0_d._       T. PHILLIPS.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of Agreement for Taking a House._
+
+  Memorandum of an undertaking entered into this ---- day of ----,
+  18--, between A. B. of ----, and C. D. of ----, as follows:--
+
+  The said A. B. doth hereby let unto the said C. D. a dwelling-house,
+  situate in the parish of ----, for the term of one year certain, and
+  so on from year to year, and so on until half a year's notice to
+  quit be given by or to either party, at the yearly rent of L----,
+  payable quarterly; the tenancy to commence at ---- day next.
+
+  And the said A. B. doth undertake to pay the land-tax, the
+  property-tax, and the sewer-rate, and to keep the said house in all
+  necessary repairs, so long as the said C. D. shall continue therein.
+  And the said C. D. doth undertake to take the said house of A. B.
+  for and at the before-mentioned term and rent, and pay all taxes
+  except those on land or property and the sewer-rate, and to abide by
+  the other conditions aforesaid.
+
+  Witness our hands the day and year aforesaid.
+
+
+  A. B. Witness E. F. C. D.
+
+
+  [N.B.--Premises are sometimes let for a term of years, or upon other
+  conditions different from those specified above; in such cases the
+  agreement must, of course, be worded conformably.]
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of Notice to Quit, from a Tenant to Landlord._
+
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I hereby give you notice that on or before the ---- day of ----next,
+  I shall quit and deliver up possession of the house and premises I
+  now hold of you, situate at ----, in the parish of ----, in the
+  county of ----.
+
+  Dated this ---- day of ----, 18--.
+
+
+  Witness, K. I. G. H.
+
+  To Mr. L. M.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of Notice to Quit, from Landlord to Tenant._
+
+
+  SIR,
+
+
+  I hereby give you notice to quit the house and appurtenances,
+  situate at No. ----, which you now hold of me, on or before
+  ---- next.
+
+  Dated ----, 18--.
+
+
+  Signed N. O. (Landlord).
+
+  To Mr. P. Q.
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of Will._
+
+  THIS is the last Will and Testament of A. B., of No. ---- Street,
+  ----. I hereby give and devise to my wife, Jane B., her heirs,
+  executors, and administrators, for her and their own use and
+  benefit, absolutely and for ever, all my estate and effects, both
+  real and personal, whatsoever and wheresoever, and of what nature
+  and quality soever, and I hereby appoint her, the said Jane B., sole
+  executrix of this my Will. In witness whereof I have hereunto set my
+  hand this ----day of ----, one thousand eight hundred and ----.
+
+
+  A. B.
+
+
+  Signed by the said A. B., in the presence of us, present at the same
+  time, who in his presence and in the presence of each other, attest
+  and subscribe our names as witnesses hereto.
+
+  [N.B.--The above is a simple form of Will. They can, of course, be
+  made in various ways, but in every case care should be taken that
+  the persons mentioned in the Will should be fully and properly
+  designated, and that the testator's intentions be stated in language
+  as clear and precise as possible.]
+
+
+  ----
+
+
+  _Form of Bill of Sale._
+
+  KNOW all men by these presents, that I, A. B., of ----, for and in
+  consideration of the sum of ----, in hand, paid, at and before the
+  sealing and delivery hereof, by C. D., of ----, the receipt whereof
+  I do hereby acknowledge, have bargained and sold, and by these
+  presents do bargain and sell unto the said C. D., all the goods,
+  household stuff, and implements of household, and all other goods
+  whatsoever mentioned in the schedule hereunto annexed, now remaining
+  and being in ----. To have and to hold all and singular the goods,
+  household stuff, and implements of household, and every of them by
+  these presents, bargained and sold unto the said C. D., his
+  executors, administrators, and assigns for ever, and I, the said A.
+  B., for myself, my executors, and administrators, all and singular,
+  of the said goods, unto the said C. D., his executors and
+  administrators and assigns, and against all and every other person
+  and persons whatsoever, shall and will warrant and for ever defend
+  by these presents, of which goods I, the said A. B., have put the
+  said C. D., in possession, by delivering him one silver candelabrum,
+  &c., on the sealing hereof; in witness whereof I have hereunto put
+  my hand and seal this ---- day of ----, in the year of our Lord one
+  thousand eight hundred and ----
+
+
+  A. B.
+
+  Signed, sealed, and delivered, } C. D.
+          in the presence of us, } E. F.
+
+
+
+
+  DIRECTIONS FOR ADDRESSING PERSONS OF RANK, &c.
+
+
+  _1. In Letters or Conversation._
+  _2. The Directions of Letters._
+
+
+  THE ROYAL FAMILY.
+
+
+  The QUEEN--
+
+  1. Madam; Most Gracious Sovereign; May it please your Majesty.
+
+  2. To the Queen's Most Excellent Majesty.
+
+
+  The Sons and Daughters, Brothers and Sisters of Sovereigns--
+
+  1. Sir, or Madam, May it please your Royal Highness.
+
+  2. To His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales.
+
+  To Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Cambridge.
+
+
+  OTHER BRANCHES OF THE ROYAL FAMILY.
+
+
+  1. Sir, or Madam, May it please your Highness.
+
+  2. To His Royal Highness the Duke of Cambridge; or, To Her Royal
+  Highness the Princess Mary of Teck.
+
+
+  THE NOBILITY.
+
+
+  A Duke, or Duchess--
+
+  1. My Lord Duke, or Madam, May it please your Grace.
+
+  2. To His Grace the Duke of Bedford; or, To Her Grace the Duchess of
+  Bedford.
+
+
+  A Marquis, or Marchioness--
+
+  1. My Lord, or Madam, May it please your Lordship, or, May it please
+  your Ladyship.
+
+  2. To the Most Noble the Marquis, or Marchioness, of Westminster.
+
+
+  An Earl or Countess--the same.
+
+  To the Right Honourable the Earl, or Countess, of Shrewsbury.
+
+
+  A Viscount or Viscountess--
+
+  1. My Lord, or Madam, May it please your Lordship, or, May it please
+  your Ladyship.
+
+  2. To the Right Honourable Viscount, or Viscountess, Lifford.
+
+
+  A Baron or Baroness--the same.
+
+  To the Right Honourable, the Lord Wensleydale, or The Lady St. John.
+
+  The widow of a Nobleman is addressed in the same style, with the
+  introduction of the word Dowager in the Superscription of her
+  letters.
+
+  To the Right Hon. the Dowager Countess of Chesterfield.
+
+  The Sons of Dukes and Marquises, and the eldest Sons of Earls, have,
+  by courtesy, the titles of Lord and Right Honourable; and all the
+  Daughters have those of a Lady and Right Honourable.
+
+  The younger Sons of Earls, and the Sons and Daughters of Viscounts
+  and Barons, are styled Honourable.
+
+
+  OFFICIAL MEMBERS OF THE STATE.
+
+
+  A Member of Her Majesty's Most Hon. Privy Council--
+
+  1. Sir, or My Lord, Right Honourable Sir, or My Lord, as the case
+  may require.
+
+  2. To the Right Honourable ----,[1] Her Majesty's Principal
+  Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs.
+
+  [1] Here write the name, and specify the title or rank of the person
+      addressed, as "The Right Honourable the Earl of Winchelsea."
+
+
+  AMBASSADORS AND GOVERNORS UNDER HER MAJESTY.
+
+
+  1. Sir, or My Lord, as the case may be; May it please your
+  Excellency.
+
+  2. To his Excellency the French (or other) Ambassador.
+
+  3. To his Excellency ----,[2] Lieutenant General, and General
+  Governor of that part of the United Kingdom called Ireland.
+
+  [2] Here write the name, and specify the title or rank of the person
+      addressed, as "The Right Honourable the Earl of Winchelsea."
+
+
+  JUDGES.
+
+
+  1. My Lord, May it please your Lordship.
+
+  2. To the Right Honourable ----, Lord Chief Justice of England.
+
+  The Lord Mayor of London, York, or Dublin, and the Lord Provost of
+  Edinburgh, during office--the same.
+
+  1. My Lord, May it please your Lordship.
+
+  2. To the Right Honourable ----, Lord Mayor of London. To the Right
+  Honourable ----, Lord Provost of Edinburgh.
+
+  The Lord Provost of every other town in Scotland is styled
+  Honourable.
+
+  The Mayors of all Corporations (excepting the preceding Lord
+  Mayors), and the Sheriffs, Aldermen, and the Recorder of London, are
+  addressed Right Worshipful; and the Aldermen and Recorders of other
+  Corporations, and the Justices of the Peace, Worshipful.
+
+
+  THE PARLIAMENT.
+
+
+  House of Peers--
+
+  1. My Lords, May it please your Lordships.
+
+  2. To the Right Honourable the Lords Spiritual and Temporal, in
+  Parliament assembled.
+
+
+  House of Commons--
+
+  1. May it please your Honourable House.
+
+  2. To the Honourable the Commons of the United Kingdom of Great
+  Britain and Ireland.
+
+
+  The Speaker of the House of Commons--
+
+  1. Sir, or Mr. Speaker.
+
+  2. To the Right Honourable ----, the Speaker of the House of
+  Commons.
+
+
+  A Member of the House of Commons not ennobled--
+
+  1. Sir.
+
+  2. To Thomas Hughes, Esq., M.P.
+
+
+  THE CLERGY.
+
+
+  An Archbishop--
+
+  1. My Lord, May it please your Grace.
+
+  2. To his Grace the Archbishop of Canterbury; or, To the Most
+  Reverend Father in God, ----,[3] Lord Archbishop of Canterbury.
+
+  [3] Here write the Christian but not the surname.
+
+  A Bishop--
+
+  1. My Lord, May it please your Lordship.
+
+  2. The Right Reverend the Bishop of London.
+
+  3. To the Right Reverend Father in God, ----,[4] Lord Bishop of
+  Peterboro'.
+
+  [4] Here write the Christian but not the surname.
+
+  A Dean--
+
+  1. Reverend Sir.
+
+  2. To the Very Reverend Dr. ----, Dean of Westminster.
+
+
+  An Archdeacon--
+
+  The Venerable the Archdeacon of ----.
+
+  Chancellors are addressed in the same manner.
+
+  The rest of the Clergy--
+
+  1. Sir,--Reverend Sir.
+
+  2. To the Rev. Dr Campbell.
+
+  To the Rev. J. Jones; or, to the Rev. Mr. Wilson, &c.
+
+
+
+
+
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