The Gentleman's Model Letter-writer Part 25

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 furnis.h.i.+ng 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 advertis.e.m.e.nt 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.