., May 5th, 1894.

Dear Mary:

Allow me to introduce to you my ever dear friend, Miss Nellie
Reynolds, the bearer of this letter. You have heard me speak
of her so often that you will know at once who she is. As I
am sure you will be mutually pleased with each other, I have
asked her to inform you of her presence in your city. Any
attention you may show her will be highly appreciated by

Yours affectionately,
LIZZIE EICHER.

_7.--To a Lady, Apologizing for a Broken Engagement._

Albany, N.Y., May 10th, 1894.

My Dear Miss Lee:

Permit me to explain my failure to keep my appointment with
you this evening. I was on my way to your house, with the
assurance of a pleasant evening, when unfortunately I was very
unexpectedly called from home on very important business.

I regret my disappointment, but hope that the future may
afford us many pleasant meetings.

Sincerely your friend,
IRVING GOODRICH.

_8.--Form of an Excuse for a Pupil._

Thursday Morning, April 4th

Mr. Bunnel:

You will please excuse William for non-attendance at school
yesterday, as I was compelled to keep him at home to attend to
a matter of business. MRS. A. SMITH.

_9.--Form of Letter Accompanying a Present._

Louisville, July 6, 1895

My Dearest Nelly:

Many happy returns of the day. So fearful was I that it would
escape your memory, that I thought I would send you this
little trinket by way of reminder, I beg you to accept it and
wear it for the sake of the giver. With love and best wishes.

Believe me ever, your sincere friend,
CAROLINE COLLINS.

_10.--Returning Thanks for the Present._

Louisville, July 6, 1894.

Dear Mrs. Collins:

I am very much obliged to you for the handsome bracelet
you have sent me. How kind and thoughtful it was of you to
remember me on my birthday. I am sure I have every cause to
bless the day, and did I forget it, I have many kind friends
to remind me of it. Again thanking you for your present, which
is far too beautiful for me, and also for your kind wishes.

Believe me, your most grateful,
BERTHA SMITH.

_11.--Congratulating a Friend Upon His Marriage._

Menton, N.Y., May 24th, 1894.

My Dear Everett:

I have, to-day received the invitation to your wedding, and
as I cannot be present at that h