| 单词 | business letter |
| 例句 | “He made his notes with a manner as unconcerned as if he were sitting in his own office writing a business letter.” The Devil in the White City 2003-02-11T00:00:00Z “Oh just some business letters,” Mr. Heron said casually. My Brother Sam is Dead 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z Miss K wrote the proper form of a business letter instead of a friendly letter on the blackboard, because the class was not planning to write friendly letters to the Cucaracha Voice. Ralph S. Mouse 1992-08-01T00:00:00Z “I said they were business letters, Life. Business letters.” My Brother Sam is Dead 1974-01-01T00:00:00Z Many of them were, in effect, business letters; Mailer was nothing if not a dutiful correspondent, as well as a prudent one. The Great American Novel Buried in Norman Mailer’s Letters 2014-12-10T05:00:00Z A business letter to her father from TS Eliot is tucked inside her copy of his Poems. From the margins 2010-04-02T23:05:00Z Going through stuff, it'd be your first DJ flyers, to business letters, to notes from relationships. Mo' Wax after 21 years: James Lavelle goes for a trip-hop down memory lane 2013-06-12T10:00:25Z Lay it on the work surface and fold it in thirds, like a business letter. Real lasagna is a culinary marvel worth every minute of your time 2017-12-22T05:00:00Z Use the bench scraper to fold the dough in thirds, like a business letter, so it is about 5 by 3 inches. Pastries can be savory, too: Cathy Barrow's antipasto stromboli will make you crave pie for dinner 2019-11-30T05:00:00Z Early newspapers, he suggests, developed out of the business letter, made public and supersized. Paper, books and the art of collecting 2015-03-25T04:00:00Z There are several parts to a business letter, but one of the more versatile business letter elements is the carbon copy, or CC, feature. How To Use Cc On A Business Letter 2018-02-05T05:00:00Z An excuse letter is simply a business letter that uses standard business letter format. Best Way to Write a Jury Duty Excuse Letter 2018-06-06T04:00:00Z The volume reproduces personal and production photos, coffee-stained manuscripts, business letters, handwritten notes, published fiction and humor pieces and contemporary magazine articles by and about Kovacs. Ernie Kovacs was TV's original madcap genius. A new book tells why his influence and legacy matter 2023-07-20T04:00:00Z Divide the mixture among the tortillas, spreading it over the center third; fold each like a business letter. Beef, spinach and feta gozleme: Spiced beef, salty cheese fill Turkey’s top street food 2023-04-21T04:00:00Z In the meantime, he scrapes by on freelance writing gigs: resumes, business letters, art catalogs, government paperwork. Can L.A.'s condiment king turn TikTok fame into fortune? 2022-01-20T05:00:00Z The CC section of a written business letter is found at the bottom of the page. How To Use Cc On A Business Letter 2018-02-05T05:00:00Z The business letter asked Newsom to “suspend implementation of AB 701 until the supply chain has normalized and goods movement has been restored.” Column: The real victims of the port logjam are its neighbors and workers. Don't make it worse for them 2021-10-28T04:00:00Z That includes photographs, scripts, business letters, papers, clothing, shoes – all sorts of things. Ginger Rogers remained devoted to Christian Science in her later years, pal says: 'It gave her peace' 2021-03-21T04:00:00Z “Withholding resources and vital information from an incoming administration puts the public and economic health and security of America at risk,” the business letters said in an open letter to Murphy. GOP senator, business leaders urge prompt Biden transition 2020-11-23T05:00:00Z Just as email became the new business letter, texting has in large part replaced the business phone call. 4 tips for better (and safer) work texts | Produced by Advertising Publications 2018-05-10T04:00:00Z But even in emails, official business letters will often include the CC section at the bottom of the body of the letter. How To Use Cc On A Business Letter 2018-02-05T05:00:00Z Is there a way to modify one of the stock business letters into a multipage document with my own letterhead? Engrave Your Own Stationery Template 2017-09-25T04:00:00Z "We are seeing the impact of overall business uncertainty in the UK on letter volumes, in particular advertising and business letters," the company said. Royal Mail shares dive as it delivers fewer letters - BBC News 2017-01-19T05:00:00Z Long before this year’s campaign and election, he did the same thing with a much older form of communication: the business letter. Different Medium, Same Playbook in Trump’s Letters to Scotland 2016-12-21T05:00:00Z Americans sign business letters “Yours truly” or “Sincerely.” What’s French for ‘Mind Your Manners’? 2016-11-09T05:00:00Z More informal business letters also often choose to leave out addresses in the CC section. How To Use Cc On A Business Letter 2018-02-05T05:00:00Z If not, business letters can still be fun to read, but it might be best to regard them as a form of literary fiction. ♦ The Literary Fiction of Investor Letters 2016-08-29T04:00:00Z “But if they are going to compete in the workforce, they need to be able to read, write, draft business letters in Spanish.” The uncertain future of Spanish in Miami-Dade classrooms 2015-06-06T04:00:00Z Make sure you all the elements of proper business letter: your name and address; the recipient’s name, title, company and address; the date; the greeting; your four-paragraph body; your salutation; your name. Seven Steps To Writing Cover Letters Quickly And Effectively 2015-01-31T05:00:00Z In most cases, send the letter as an attachment and format it like an old-fashioned business letter with your address at the top, then the date and then the address of the recipient. How To Write A Cover Letter When You Have No Experience 2015-01-21T05:00:00Z If you are writing a business letter that has to be seen by several people, then you will need to use the CC feature. How To Use Cc On A Business Letter 2018-02-05T05:00:00Z When writing business letters, e-mails, web content, ad copy and mailers, check for these adjectives masquerading as adverbs. Good Grammar Implies Good Taste -- And Competence 2014-08-29T04:00:00Z In legal documents, the company has compared web-based emails to a business letter that might be opened by the recipient’s assistant. Google Gives Child Pornography Email Evidence to Police 2014-08-04T04:00:00Z Qubein himself teaches a required freshman seminar on “life skills” such as dressing for a job interview and writing a business letter. Bubble U.: High Point University 2012-04-19T23:20:31Z Instead the draft says that key stage three children who are aged 11-14 should be able to write personal and business letters "using the correct form". Leaked curriculum draft panned 2012-11-09T13:51:22Z Such word knowledge is also required in so far as the problems to be solved in real life are at times described, as in advertisements, business letters, and the like. The Psychology of Arithmetic 2012-03-31T02:00:28.817Z Abbreviations are only permitted in business letters, and in friendly correspondence must never be used. The Gentlemen's Book of Etiquette and Manual of Politeness Being a Complete Guide for a Gentleman's Conduct in all his Relations Towards Society 2012-03-30T02:00:17.867Z It was a business letter altogether, but I never heard from him, and later learned that he had read only a part of the letter. The Conquest The Story of a Negro Pioneer 2012-03-26T02:00:32.910Z Then poems and love-letters were read and commented upon with peals of laughter—and business letters were put aside and not read at all. The Devourers 2012-03-16T02:00:23.493Z Nearly every evening I write an hour or more, excepting Sunday, when I won't write business letters. Miss Ellis's Mission 2012-02-11T03:04:04.613Z It arrived on a Sunday morning—unluckily—because it was a good and wise custom of the house, that no business letters should be opened on that day. Notable Women Authors of the Day Biographical Sketches 2012-01-19T03:00:21.017Z In a business letter the money is generally specified both in figures and words, thus; $500 Five hundred dollars. The Gentlemen's Book of Etiquette and Manual of Politeness Being a Complete Guide for a Gentleman's Conduct in all his Relations Towards Society 2012-03-30T02:00:17.867Z Here the thirteen men began to push up and hustle around and talk about one old match-box delaying two dozen business letters, but the woman had lots of time. Recitations for the Social Circle 2012-01-17T03:00:22.643Z They arrested him on landing and searched his papers, but found nothing but a business letter. Harper's New Monthly Magazine Vol. IV, No. 19, Dec 1851 2011-12-25T03:00:11.297Z His critics say that he is unfitted for any profession; that he cannot write a business letter; that he is frequently incapable of expressing himself in decent English. A Knight on Wheels 2011-12-24T03:08:07.830Z It was a business letter—important, but still it might have waited till morning. The Twa Miss Dawsons 2011-12-05T03:00:37.413Z It was the first time he had held the pen for any but a business letter. The Gentlemen's Book of Etiquette and Manual of Politeness Being a Complete Guide for a Gentleman's Conduct in all his Relations Towards Society 2012-03-30T02:00:17.867Z Letter-writing becomes to me more and more of an affliction, I get so many business letters now. The Letters of William James, Vol. II 2011-11-24T03:00:48.427Z Exercise 88—Same as a Pronoun One of the worst constructions found in business letters of today is the use of same as a pronoun. Business English A Practice Book 2011-11-19T03:00:25.507Z Serious losses have resulted from business letters being written in blue ink. The Ladies' Guide to True Politeness and Perfect Manners or, Miss Leslie's Behaviour Book 2011-11-13T03:00:12.183Z It was a business letter, couched in the most matter-of-fact terms. Diana Tempest, Volume III (of 3) 2011-11-12T03:00:34.213Z Business letters always have a direct purpose in view and there are certain underlying principles which should be observed in all business letters, whatever their particular purpose. Forging Ahead in Business 2011-11-06T02:00:11.883Z Beloved H.,—Verily 'tis long since I have written to thee, but I have had many and mighty things to do, and lately many business letters to write, so I came not at it. The Letters of William James, Vol. II 2011-11-24T03:00:48.427Z In a business letter the words are largely those of every day use, and but few are technical. Business English A Practice Book 2011-11-19T03:00:25.507Z Until this time she had had but two days of grief a week, those upon which the courier arrived, on account of the business letters which must be read and answered. Louis XIV and La Grande Mademoiselle 1652-1693 2011-09-14T02:00:48.383Z Treat an initial e-mail to a new person like a formal business letter. 9 Rules the Boss Shouldn't Break 2011-09-08T15:00:00Z With many business careers opening to her, success depends not a little on the ability to write an admirable business letter. Talks to Freshman Girls 2011-09-04T02:00:03.470Z But the scope of the exemption is clearly defined, and has never been allowed to include ordinary business letters, not accompanied by goods. The History of the Post Office in British North America 2011-08-31T02:01:37.743Z To be sure, business letters are important, but they form only a part of one of the two large divisions into which the subject naturally falls. Business English A Practice Book 2011-11-19T03:00:25.507Z Mr. Paget's pile of ordinary business letters lay unopened on his desk. A Life For a Love A Novel 2011-08-18T02:00:24.323Z The writing of a business letter can be made just as great a success as can be the drafting of a presidential proclamation. Successward A Young Man's Book for Young Men 2011-08-15T02:00:27.860Z From his pocket he drew a copy of the Commercial Farmer, the pages scarcely larger than a sheet of business letter paper. Get-Rich-Quick Wallingford 2011-08-11T02:00:13.017Z At last he reached the man, who was already holding out his bag; but again he was disappointed,--it contained nothing but unimportant business letters. A Twofold Life 2011-07-21T02:00:21.433Z It is of little use to advocate "Self Dependence," "Female Professions," "Female Handicrafts," for those who cannot write a business letter or do a simple sum. Women Novelists of Queen Victoria's Reign A Book of Appreciations 2011-07-08T02:00:23.177Z No. Only those stupid old business letters,” she says, looking over his shoulder. Dorrien of Cranston 2011-07-07T02:00:31.540Z When we commend brevity in business letters we do not mean brusqueness. Successward A Young Man's Book for Young Men 2011-08-15T02:00:27.860Z It is a purely business letter, dear, but you know we cannot neglect business, especially as our contemplated year's travel will draw deeply on our resources. Playing With Fire 2011-06-29T02:00:30.590Z And whereas old-school office memos and business letters generally weren’t expected to be friendly or candid — that is, human — business e-mails most definitely are. Preoccupations: Taking Your Feelings to Work 2011-06-11T15:51:32Z Other guests, writing important business letters, had done the same thing. The Automobile Girls at Newport Watching the Summer Parade 2011-06-01T02:00:25.733Z He was in the habit then of opening papa's business letters. Trevlyn Hold 2011-05-16T02:00:12.977Z Spoelmann seemed to have forbidden all business letters to be sent him, seemed determined to enjoy his holiday to the utmost, and during his travels in Europe to live exclusively for his health—or ill-health. Royal Highness 2011-05-05T02:00:22.363Z A business letter is written with a purpose. Book of Etiquette Volume I 2011-04-28T02:00:13.993Z The aviator had some business letters on hand, and chose to remain at the Fort. The Boy Scouts of the Air in Indian Land 2011-04-11T02:00:11.027Z Excuse this mere business letter for I assure you I have not a syllable at hand on any subject in the world. Letters of John Keats to His Family and Friends 2011-03-30T02:00:14.620Z She speaks always with great decision and little effort. beatrice. I believe I could write important business letters upon an island in the middle of Fleet Street. Three Plays by Granville-Barker The Marrying of Ann Leete; The Voysey Inheritance; Waste 2011-03-22T02:00:23.063Z Meanwhile Uncle Luke had seated himself at his rough deal table, and written a long business letter to his lawyer in London. The Haute Noblesse A Novel 2011-03-10T03:00:50.577Z Whenever it can be done conveniently the business letter should be written on the typewriter. Book of Etiquette Volume I 2011-04-28T02:00:13.993Z Several business letters awaited him there; he opened them with an impatient sigh. Countess Erika's Apprenticeship 2011-03-10T03:00:46.973Z He has an important business letter to write. Why Marry? 2011-02-26T03:00:44.307Z On this floor Mrs. Smith had a sewing room and also a small sitting room, where she could write business letters and be quite undisturbed. Ethel Morton at Sweetbriar Lodge 2011-02-24T03:01:03.877Z He opened it hurriedly, as one opens a business letter, in haste to be done with a disagreeable task. The Eichhofs A Romance 2011-02-19T03:01:37.327Z The correct form for the salutation of a business letter includes the name and address of the person or firm to whom the letter is written as well as the ceremonial form of salutation. Book of Etiquette Volume I 2011-04-28T02:00:13.993Z Ahead of me descending the steps was a young girl who had just delivered a business letter to Mr. Quarren. The Streets of Ascalon Episodes in the Unfinished Career of Richard Quarren, Esqre. 2011-02-12T03:00:30.987Z Avoid flowery language, too many words, all pathos or wit, any display of talent or learning, and every merely personal matter, in a business letter. The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness A Complete Hand Book for the Use of the Lady in Polite Society 2011-02-01T03:00:13.500Z Cold blooded though polite things are business letters. Over Here Impressions of America by a British officer 2011-01-30T03:00:16.597Z Conservative MP Caroline Nokes told the Commons that people in the UK lost £3.5bn a year to cons, including fake lottery and business letters. Scam mail 'should be intercepted' 2011-01-20T10:15:07Z "Dear Madam" and "Dear Sir" are forms reserved exclusively for use with business letters. Book of Etiquette Volume I 2011-04-28T02:00:13.993Z He wrote them—all the business letters he could think of, concentrating his thoughts as much as possible. The Streets of Ascalon Episodes in the Unfinished Career of Richard Quarren, Esqre. 2011-02-12T03:00:30.987Z Such letters may be business letters, or they may be given to servants, and they must be given only when really deserved. The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness A Complete Hand Book for the Use of the Lady in Polite Society 2011-02-01T03:00:13.500Z If writing a business letter to a friend I invariably became too personal. Over Here Impressions of America by a British officer 2011-01-30T03:00:16.597Z Fancy having to write a business letter at ten o'clock at night! The Golden Web 2011-01-15T03:00:38.007Z Then Mr. Armstrong, after writing in pencil various notes on the business letters before him, pushed them on one side and took up Henry Halford's long and closely written epistle. Englefield Grange or Mary Armstrong's Troubles 2011-01-01T03:00:27.980Z He laid this aside until he had got through the business letters; then he opened it. The Ivory Gate, a new edition 2010-12-25T03:00:10.617Z If a business letter, be respectful, yet not servile. The Ladies' Book of Etiquette, and Manual of Politeness A Complete Hand Book for the Use of the Lady in Polite Society 2011-02-01T03:00:13.500Z Few companies send business letters without extensive proofreading. Mobile E-Signatures for Legal Deals on the Go 2010-05-10T09:16:00Z Probably half the letters sent are business letters; and another very large share is sent by persons of small means who have many stern inducements to take care of their pence. The Development of Rates of Postage An Historical and Analytical Study Mr. Jessop, who wrote all the business letters with regard to the taking of the house, is to come down later, I believe. Miss Million's Maid A Romance of Love and Fortune The style of business letters must be clear, direct, and dignified. Lippincott's Horn-Ashbaugh Speller For Grades One to Eight Important business letters—Mr. Morgan and Mr. Rockefeller asking your advice—society invitations—do honor our humble palace, pink envelope, heavily scented. Making Money I had no letters at all in the morning mail, and only one or two important business letters since.” The Moonlit Way "I have a letter—a terrible business letter—that must be written—a letter to Mr. Barnard." The Gambler A Novel It is almost noon, and Sartoris, sitting in his library, writing some business letters,—preparatory to catching the up train to town,—is disturbed by a light knock at the door. Faith and Unfaith No word has been taken from these studies which did not occur in the investigations of the vocabulary of personal and business letters. Lippincott's Horn-Ashbaugh Speller For Grades One to Eight Most of them are signed by the writers, just as any gentleman signs a business letter when writing to another, and these can be answered in due time. Harper's Round Table, August 20, 1895 As she sat at her books late one afternoon, endeavoring to indite a business letter she looked up to find Miss Wood standing at her open door. The Shadow It was the collection of her father's scanty correspondence and ill-assorted business letters, which she had bound together the night before her marriage—and had never since opened. The Gambler A Novel Just fancy having to do business letters all day. Years of Plenty Evenings there is either choir practise, Christian Endeavor meetings, Grange, church suppers, Club work, or plays, with business letters and sewing to fill up whatever time remains. The American Country Girl She arranged the flowers, decorated the dinner-table, answered business letters, made up and unpacked parcels, and, in short, discharged all the little duties which ordinarily fall upon the daughter of the house. The Daughters of a Genius At eight o'clock, when Hertha was poring over a page of shorthand, vainly endeavoring to read the business letter from "Jones Brothers" to "Smith and Company," she heard a knock at her door. The Shadow “It was such a thorough business letter, dear, that I thought you would not care to read it.” The New Mistress A Tale They were mostly of the ordinary kind—business letters relating to the sale of stock or corn—an official notification or two—soon disposed of. Renshaw Fanning's Quest A Tale of the High Veldt In several of his business letters he writes as though he had been a Hebrew prophet, charged with a world-message of salvation. The Romance of the Reaper I had taken no liberty; I had tried to make the dry detail of a business letter less wearisome by a little digression, not wholly out of apropos; that was all. That Boy Of Norcott's He went out, leaving the youth to himself, and sought his brown-eyed, sweet-faced little wisp of a woman, where she sat writing his most pressing business letters for him. The Mountain Girl He knew of the arrival of the business letters that morning, and after due debate in his own mind, he came to the conclusion that there was something wrong. The New Mistress A Tale On this journey I carried important business letters from leading railroad men in Minnesota to some capitalists in Holland, who had advanced several million dollars for the construction of railroads in our state. Reminiscences The Story of an Emigrant Tell her it is a purely business letter; that his son having been offered a colonial appointment, he wishes to ascertain what your fortune his, and how circumstanced, before pledging himself further. A Rent In A Cloud Will it trouble or tire you too much to pack my valise while I write a couple of business letters? Vashti or, Until Death Us Do Part It was mostly a business letter, written in a calm, friendly style, and asking her opinion about some alterations he proposed making in the house, adding a wing, I think. Graham's Magazine Vol XXXIII No. 5 November 1848 “But they might be business letters,” said Rebecca. The New Mistress A Tale I carried important business letters from the leading men of the St. Paul & Pacific Railroad Company, now known as the Great Northern Railroad Company. Reminiscences The Story of an Emigrant When we commend brevity in business letters, we do not mean brusqueness. The Young Man in Business I can really hardly believe that all your business letters taken together have been so admirable as these sketches, outlined so neatly and boldly and firmly. Weird Tales. Vol. I But though it had the look of a mere business letter or a bill, he still had qualms about opening it. The Deaves Affair I have fifty-nine business letters here to answer—honest to God—fifty-nine, I just counted them, so I guess I'll cut off and show the young squirt how I can work. The Man Who Staked the Stars The business letter, crisp and to the point, has an atmosphere of its own, even where cross lines of typewriting do not show through the envelope. Threads of Grey and Gold He handed me several business letters and one for Bill with an English stamp, a fat package. Aliens This awakened in Traugott's mind the firm conviction that he had done something far more excellent than write a business letter. Weird Tales. Vol. I For a long time I found nothing but old business letters and receipts; but at last I found some religious books—with a name written in them. The Lily and the Cross A Tale of Acadia Sprot wrote for Bower the answer to this business letter, and gave it to Matthew Logan to be sent to Logan in London. James VI and the Gowrie Mystery This letter was a Galactic imitation of a Terran business letter. A World by the Tale That "In conclusion, permit us to assure you, dear Mr. Gubbins"--now, that's as a business letter should be, you know. The Record of Nicholas Freydon An Autobiography Large fortunes were made by the Haugians and others, who interlarded their business letters with Scripture phrases, and who had not the least idea of book-keeping. Skipper Worse For these parts good use prescribes definite forms, which we may sometimes ignore in personal letters, but must rigidly observe in formal or business letters. 87a. The Century Handbook of Writing Rex and Pluma talked for some time out in the moonlight, then Rex excused himself, and on the plea of having important business letters to write retired to the library. Daisy Brooks Or, A Perilous Love It looked very much like an ordinary business letter—except that whatever they used for paper was whiter and tougher than the paper he used. A World by the Tale I had been home but a few days when business letters came, demanding the presence of my father or myself in Philadelphia. Graham's Magazine Vol XXXIII No. 4 October 1848 “I suppose this is a strictly business letter, or you would not be dictating it in office hours,” she returned. The Wall Street Girl Yours truly, Florence Mitchell In business letters the following forms are used: Yours truly,Very truly yours,Yours respectfully, In personal letters the following are used: Yours truly,Yours sincerely,Sincerely yours,Cordially yours, e. The Century Handbook of Writing And finally, the technique of writing has to do with the whole, whether sonnet, or business letter, or report to a board of directors. College Teaching Studies in Methods of Teaching in the College A number of business letters he finds and a dainty envelope, with writing which he knows at sight. A Breath of Prairie and other stories A few examples taken from actual experience will best explain this: Extracts from business letters of past years. Bremen Cotton Exchange 1872/1922 So is the commercial note used for business letters. Social Life or, The Manners and Customs of Polite Society An inside address and a greeting are required in business letters. The Century Handbook of Writing To write a sensible business letter, to prepare estimates, to figure cost and to compute interest, you must have a certain amount of preparation. Astounding Stories of Super-Science February 1930 Must know how to write a simple business letter, such as asking for employment, or a letter recommending a person for employment. Scouting For Girls, Official Handbook of the Girl Scouts Hunting through the pockets of his riding-clothes, Gregory Jessup discovered a business letter, the back of which provided ample writing space, and the stub of a red-ink pencil. Seven Miles to Arden The address, supposing it to be a business letter would come next in order, beginning at the left-hand margin, and our letter would stand thus: Tipton, Iowa, April 1, 189-. Social Life or, The Manners and Customs of Polite Society "I speak it, but to translate a business letter is another thing," said Perrine, doubtfully. Nobody's Girl (En Famille) He proposed to Lord Howard of Effingham at the close of a business letter, that he should be thrown to feed the lions, 'to save labour,' as the Queen was still so cruel. Raleigh You shall answer all my business letters, from my dictation. Little Folks (Septemeber 1884) A Magazine for the Young There was one from mother, and one from a school friend, and a business letter—oh, here was a correspondence card from Mrs. Lane, her teacher in the Church School. Fireside Stories for Girls in Their Teens In business letters, unless the printed letter head fixes the place, this line should not be more than one-quarter down the page; while in social or formal letters it should be one-third the distance down. Social Life or, The Manners and Customs of Polite Society In large cities three-fourths of the postage is paid by business letters. Cheap Postage Would it announce an engagement, or would it promise a visit on which her fate would turn, or would it be only a business letter on her money matters? Hopes and Fears or, scenes from the life of a spinster When she was not with Mrs. Quirk, the girl was generally to be found surrounded by accounts and business letters. Grey Town An Australian Story From it he took a large number of business letters. Littlebourne Lock Other forms for closing business letters are: I am, respectfully, James Ross. Social Life or, The Manners and Customs of Polite Society A business letter to a woman demands, however, the possessive "My," thus: "My dear Madam." The Complete Bachelor Manners for Men It’s not made for business letters, I’m sure.” Patty's Success My dear George, Here is a business letter, written in a scramble just before post time, whereby I dispose of loves to cousin in a line. The Letters of Charles Dickens Vol. 1, 1833-1856 Had there been important business letters to be got off on the night mail, he would have felt that he could detain her, but not for anything personal. A Collection of Stories, Reviews and Essays Business men who said that nothing could be managed by the State were forced to admit that they trusted all their business letters and business telegrams to the State. Eugenics and Other Evils In business letters be brief and to the point. The Complete Bachelor Manners for Men It was scribbled in a small, crabbed hand on the back of a business letter. Two on the Trail A Story of the Far Northwest I thought it best that Wills should write the business letter on the conclusion of the story, as that part of our communications had always previously rested with him. The Letters of Charles Dickens Vol. 1, 1833-1856 "This is a business letter," she said quickly, the blood rushing into her face. Molly Brown's Senior Days In addition, business letters may be sent to any reasonable extent. The Better Germany in War Time Being some Facts towards Fellowship Her style," wrote a high authority, D�llinger, "is clear, terse, refined, often sententious; her business letters are patterns of simplicity and pregnant brevity. A History of French Literature Short Histories of the Literatures of the World: II. It had seemed to him familiar, somehow—yet not like the handwriting in Herold's business letters to him. Blue-Bird Weather Opening the drawer carelessly Frederik took out his uncle's mail—two business letters and one in a plain blue envelope. The Return of Peter Grimm Novelised From the Play I know how business letters ought to sound—'Yours of recent date' and 'enclosed herewith please find' and all that sort of thing. Mary Ware's Promised Land Of course, in another way, this is strictly a business letter, and it does pertain to my work, so the time isn't as hard to find as it might be. Dead Giveaway Earlier in the evening, when Michael asked her to go for a walk, because Freddy was absorbed in some business letters, he had made the proposal in his habitual way. There was a King in Egypt But Alice said her mother, at the time of her father’s death, searched every place where business letters or papers could possibly be concealed.” Chicken Little Jane Some memoranda, evidently made as different clues came to him; paid bills, some business letters, a few notes, and that was all. The Moving Picture Boys on the Coast The uppermost—the business letter which he had just signed—was addressed to his only son. Shining Ferry It looks like a business letter—London postmark—and something printed in white on the seal. About Peggy Saville A pile of business letters demanded Mr. Rollo's time after dinner; and while he was somewhat absorbed in them, Hazel softly brought a foot cushion to his side and placed herself there. The Gold of Chickaree After luncheon Charmion settled herself to write business letters, drawing a big screen round her writing-table, the better, as she informed me, to protect herself against my chatter. The Lady of the Basement Flat In other cases it is sometimes possible to distinguish a personal from a business letter. The Book of Business Etiquette He wrote some business letters which could not be postponed, but after dinner read aloud to his wife. The Nebuly Coat After they had discussed a business letter or two, and had a drink together, Julian started for the Club. Cinderella in the South Twenty-Five South African Tales Even in a business letter he says: "I assure you on my honor--which, next to God, is what I prize most--that I authorized no one to accept commissions from me." The Standard Oratorios Their Stories, Their Music, And Their Composers He had tried so hard to get news of Katie; he had even written her father a business letter, and had ended it by a covert inquiry for news of her. The New England Magazine, Volume 1, No. 2, February, 1886. The Bay State Monthly, Volume 4, No. 2, February, 1886. Roughly speaking there are eight types of business letters which nearly every business man at one time or another has to write or to consider. The Book of Business Etiquette In friendly letters much latitude is allowed in the body of the letter, but business letters should be brief and to the point. Practical Grammar and Composition Sometimes where a business firm is small or little known, it facilitates the delivery of a business letter to place the number of the office room in a building upon the envelope. The Etiquette of To-day It was clearly a business letter, nothing else. Danger! and Other Stories Following was Justin's—she knew that boyish scrawl; a business letter or two, a bill, an advertisement, and then—her heart leaped. Glory of Youth Wills, deeds, and other documents likely to be haled into court need “whereas's” and “wherefores” and “said's” and “same's” without end, but ordinary business letters do not. The Book of Business Etiquette Avoid the use of abbreviations in the friendly letter, and avoid their too frequent use in the business letter. Practical Grammar and Composition Only a business letter should have the word "City" in place of the name of the city, and it is better to write the name, omitting, if you choose, the state. The Etiquette of To-day He dictated a lengthy business letter setting forth the terms on which he was willing to accept the management of a theatrical provincial tour, and when it was finished he asked Pauer to read it. Despair's Last Journey Therefore there are only two rules of importance in the composition of the business letter. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence Only business letters and papers, and all of them sent me before the War.” Good Old Anna In less formal business letters such salutations as, My dear Mr. Smith, or Dear Miss Jaekel may be used. Practical Grammar and Composition In business letters the salutation for a firm name is "Dear Sir," or "Gentlemen." The Etiquette of To-day It took her some time; for there was a constant struggle between the necessary formality of a business letter, and the impulse of wounded feeling, natural to her dead father's child. Olive A Novel In the body of a business letter the opening sentence is in an important position, and this is obviously the place for an important fact. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence Among the business letters, written in various hands and on various kinds of paper, could always be seen a small, neatly folded sheet, having a refined and delicate superscription. The Continental Monthly, Vol. 4, No. 1, July, 1863 Devoted to Literature and National Policy Then the old governor turned to his private secretary and bade him bring the business letters, and presently the private secretary could hear the old governor growling and fumbling over the pile of correspondence. Second Book of Tales It's simply a business letter with nothing private or personal in it. Army Boys on the Firing Line or, Holding Back the German Drive As he read the letters, X. dictated, or mostly just indicated, the replies; they were all business letters. Impressions of a War Correspondent The appearance of a business letter is a matter to which all too little concern has been given. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence "Here," continued Lunette, "'s major's business letters, looks as though they'd been a-settin' in the dentist's chair, havin' all the old stumps extracted for a whole set of uppers and unders!" Vesty of the Basins These are addressed to you privately; the business letters are on my desk. Second Book of Tales “Thank you, Captain Banes,” said Sir Humphrey gravely; “but I should prefer you to draw up a business letter that would be binding upon us both.” Old Gold The Cruise of the "Jason" Brig On his left hand were an accumulation of newspapers and a book; on his right, some business letters and documents left by the assiduous Stifford after a visit of sympathy and of affairs. Clayhanger In writing a business letter, if the letter requires more than one page, use plain sheets of the same size and quality without the letterhead. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence Mr Ratman, later in the day, appeared with a decidedly marred visage, and announced with the best grace he could that an important business letter that morning necessitated his return to London. Roger Ingleton, Minor He would not have been guilty of such a lack of courtesy in regard to a business letter, but a letter from his minister was another thing. Robert Hardy's Seven Days A Dream and Its Consequences He said that was the kind of business letter his father liked. A Jolly Fellowship There was an empty cigarette box, the usual collection of circulars, a dozen torn business letters, and so on. Torchy But in business letters they are not used. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence For two days after I last wrote, I tried not to see Miss Sharp—I gave short moments to my book—and she answered a number of business letters. Man and Maid Oh," replied Jeanne, "if you write a business letter, you will get one in reply. The Queen's Necklace Important business letters command Maverick's early presence abroad; and, after conference with the Doctor, he decides to leave Adèle once more under the roof of the parsonage. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 16, No. 96, October 1865 Our standard of business letters is very low. The Art Of Writing & Speaking The English Language Word-Study and Composition & Rhetoric An unmarried woman signs as "Ruth Evans," excepting in the case of a business letter where she might be mistaken for a widow. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence One or two were easily recognized business letters. The Forfeit I could please them with a new magazine and mystify them with a circular or a business letter. Homeburg Memories She looked like a copying clerk, inditing a mechanical business letter. The Bastonnais Tale of the American Invasion of Canada in 1775-76 Some thoughtful people are convinced that writing, even business letters, is as much a matter for professional training as music or painting or carpentry or plumbing. The Art Of Writing & Speaking The English Language Word-Study and Composition & Rhetoric The signature to a business letter may be simply the name of the writer. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence "Father has this moment come in, and he asked me to tell you that he had business letters which he is obliged to write." Prisoners Fast Bound In Misery And Iron This second volume includes a considerable number of business letters to his several publishers. Chopin and Other Musical Essays I have at last got some business with you, and business letters are written by the stylebook. The Complete Works of Robert Burns: Containing his Poems, Songs, and Correspondence. With a New Life of the Poet, and Notices, Critical and Biographical by Allan Cunningham It is useful but not required in business letters, or in newspaper writing; but it is absolutely essential to higher literary art. The Art Of Writing & Speaking The English Language Word-Study and Composition & Rhetoric A postscript is sometimes appended to a business letter, but the letters "P.S." do not appear. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence There are many phrases peculiar to business letters—formal beginnings, for example, such as— "I am favoured with yours of 14th curt." The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. VIII: No. 353, October 2, 1886. "I should be pleased to do so, my dear, but have too many business letters calling for immediate reply," he said, lifting little Ned, and then Elsie, to a place by her side. Elsie's Vacation and After Events For this end, a quantity of papers were forwarded to this city, among which were some bearing my name, that were mere business letters. Secret Band of Brothers A Full and True Exposition of All the Various Crimes, Villanies, and Misdeeds of This Powerful Organization in the United States. For some time I discovered nothing of special interest, only an accumulation of business letters, manifests and old sea charts, showing that the Sea Gull had been concerned in a vast variety of enterprises. Gordon Craig Soldier of Fortune For the usual type of business letter, a single large sheet of white paper, unruled, of the standard business size, 8½ x 11 inches, is generally used. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence We begin with the subject of business letters, and the first thing we shall say about them is—Be very particular about their appearance. The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. VIII: No. 353, October 2, 1886. It is a good form to have the address of the writer printed at the top of the sheet, especially for all business letters. Our Deportment Or the Manners, Conduct and Dress of the Most Refined Society Captain Raymond's share of the mail had included some business letters, and he called upon Lucilla to use her typewriter in preparing his replies, which she did promptly and cheerfully. Elsie at Home One should be particularly careful in this respect where writing business letters or letters to strangers. Mother's Remedies Over One Thousand Tried and Tested Remedies from Mothers of the United States and Canada The form "Mrs. James Rundell" is used in business letters when the recipient might be in doubt as to whether to address her as "Mrs." or "Miss." How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence Not, however, that the word when used in a business letter has anything of an affectionate meaning. The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. VIII: No. 353, October 2, 1886. He had some business letters to write, and he told himself that he would go and get them done in what he still thought of in his mind as George's room. What Timmy Did This was the first business letter Rod had ever received and he was delighted. Rod of the Lone Patrol "Yours truly" is for the business letter; "Yours affectionately" for the family or those to whom we are much attached. Mother's Remedies Over One Thousand Tried and Tested Remedies from Mothers of the United States and Canada Their aim seems to be the ability to write a business letter which may be easily read, easily understood, and with the important facts in the attention-compelling places. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence An indispensable point in a business letter is to have the meaning quite clear. The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. VIII: No. 353, October 2, 1886. "One has to be grand when writing business letters," she told him, condescendingly, and then finished her missive. The Man and the Moment She spoke of business letters, and it was better that he should write them; he wished to write them; but she carried her point, and his will yielded to hers. Elster's Folly "There is nothing here but ranch bills and accounts and business letters," she confessed. The Killer It is used as such in legal documents, but it is incorrect to employ it in business letters as other than an adjective. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence In concluding a business letter you may say "yours respectfully," or "your obedient servant," or "yours truly," or "yours faithfully," according to the degree of intimacy existing between you and your correspondent. The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. VIII: No. 353, October 2, 1886. Inside he sat at his desk, plunged again in the work of writing business letters. What Necessity Knows Chance had brought him to the hotel and having some business letters to write, he had stopped at the desk of the first stenographer who appeared to be unoccupied. Bought and Paid For From the Play of George Broadhurst And I have had at least half a dozen business letters since the date of his marriage, in any of which he might have mentioned the occurrence had he so chosen. For Woman's Love The word "kind" to describe a business letter—as "your kind favor"—is obviously misapplied. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence We have spoken about the clearness and brevity required in business letters, but to the subject of style a few lines more may be devoted. The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. VIII: No. 353, October 2, 1886. I see Giles's look of disappointment when the post brings him nothing but dry business letters. Uncle Max All the business letters came to Tom's address, and everybody who was not directly concerned thought that he was the motive power of the reawakened enterprise. Deephaven and Selected Stories & Sketches The lord and master of it was writing business letters, a task in which he was assisted by frequent cigarettes. In Friendship's Guise One does not have to be in business in order to write "business letters." How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence Always acknowledge receipt of business letters at the earliest possible opportunity. The Girl's Own Paper, Vol. VIII: No. 353, October 2, 1886. The attaché had just finished a letter to his brother; it was one of these wearisome business letters, enclosing some papers he had had to sign. Garman and Worse A Norwegian Novel I didn't go to his store—Southern ladies didn't do that in those days—but I kept the books at home, and I wrote all the business letters. How To Write Special Feature Articles A Handbook for Reporters, Correspondents and Free-Lance Writers Who Desire to Contribute to Popular Magazines and Magazine Sections of Newspapers The foregoing extracts from Polly's business letters give you an idea only of her financial difficulties. Polly Oliver's Problem Complimentary closings in business letters, such as "Yours for more business," should be avoided as the plague. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence A text-book, a title, a will, a deed, a business letter? A Woman Named Smith But you are not going to leave till the post has arrived, when you will receive business letters requiring your immediate presence in London. Red Pottage However, I wish that the first big business letter I ever got in my life hadn't had to have a strain of love interest running through it! The Tinder-Box The shipping clerk who craves the higher salary of a correspondent knows he cannot hope for the desired promotion if he has not learned to write good business letters. Certain Success This is particularly true of a business letter. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence Now this was said with suspicious alacrity: for Cai was admittedly the better scholar and, as a rule, revised 'Bias's infrequent business letters and corrected their faults of spelling. Hocken and Hunken "A business letter to write, I presume," she returned laughingly. Elsie at Nantucket It was here he wrote his business letters and occasionally attended to magisterial duties, and Foster thought this was why he had chosen the place. Carmen's Messenger My Dear Mr. Smith: The Complimentary Close The close of a business letter should be "Yours truly," or "Yours very truly." Etiquette The writer of the business letter does well to avoid "cleverness"—to avoid it as a frightful and devastating disease. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence The letter had been forwarded from his Paris bankers, enclosed with business letters in a great envelope. Katrine He forced himself to write some ordinary business letters, and to eat some lunch, and immediately after he started on horseback to find his way through the October lanes to the village of Mainstairs. The Mating of Lydia The person who will thus devote a little earnest study and practice, may early acquire the valuable accomplishment of writing a pleasing business letter, so far as the mechanical structure goes. Burroughs' Encyclopaedia of Astounding Facts and Useful Information, 1889 A business letter should be as brief and explicit as possible. Etiquette The purpose of a business letter is to convey a thought that will lead to some kind of action—immediately or remotely. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence When he had left she returned to the writing-table; she sorted and arranged a disordered heap of business letters, letters of condolence and tradesmen's bills. The Divine Fire She specially insisted on ordering dinner, and writing various business letters; though Lydia would have been thankful to do both. The Mating of Lydia The strictly business letter requires a thorough understanding of the facts concerning which the letter is written, and these facts to be set forth in plain and unmistakable language. Burroughs' Encyclopaedia of Astounding Facts and Useful Information, 1889 Some business letter of the former requiring a reply, he summoned the house-porter, who wrote under dictation, beginning his crude epistle thus: "Sir:—Mr. Whistler, who is present, orders me to write as follows." Whistler Stories The ordinary business letter is either too wordy or too curt; it either loses the subject in a mass of words or loses the reader by offensive abruptness. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence Naturally, therefore, he received a large number of business letters, which required to be answered. Making His Way Frank Courtney's Struggle Upward She found some business letters that had to be answered, and set to work on them. Harvest Dignity and strength should characterize the style of the business letter. Burroughs' Encyclopaedia of Astounding Facts and Useful Information, 1889 She forced herself to tidy the Squire's table, and to write a business letter or two. Elizabeth's Campaign The best method is to make the letter look so much like a routine business letter that no one will dare to throw it away without investigation. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence Meadows honestly meant to follow her into the house and write some pressing business letters. A Great Success It will bear republication here, and its stilted tone, so different from the concise simplicity of his business letters, was no doubt designed to produce an effect on the mind of his more fortunate friend. The Conqueror No one great thing, but many little things carefully watched, and attentively practiced, make up the structure and dress of a business letter, and give it a businesslike air. Burroughs' Encyclopaedia of Astounding Facts and Useful Information, 1889 I have told them all the same story—nervous exhaustion, and doctor's orders that you were not to be disturbed by any business letters. The Firm of Girdlestone Here, matters might have gone badly with him, but for the accident that he had upon his person a business letter directed to himself as the Marchese Ossoli. Memoirs of Margaret Fuller Ossoli, Volume II I want to leave again tomorrow morning, and I have still several business letters to write. The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 10 Prince Otto Von Bismarck, Count Helmuth Von Moltke, Ferdinand Lassalle He sat down and read a few pages, then threw down the book, and drawing writing materials toward him, wrote a half-dozen business letters. What Dreams May Come The young person who would learn to write a good business letter, should, with pen, ink and suitable paper, sit down and practice faithfully after the above model. Burroughs' Encyclopaedia of Astounding Facts and Useful Information, 1889 If I write a business letter to Hang-chow, enclosing a foreign draft, the letter does something. Quiet Talks with World Winners Violent in his outbreaks of anger, his business letters are singularly polite, and show consideration for the health and happiness of his subordinates. Famous Americans of Recent Times Then Mr. Morton put in evidence, with these copies of the code, copies of business letters received from Drayne's father, and presumably written on the Drayne office machine. The High School Captain of the Team Dick & Co. Leading the Athletic Vanguard "Make all our preparations and thus deny the enemy any satisfaction of taking us unawares.—Can you write a business letter for me?" Deadham Hard For the present I am unable even to read anything but Hungarian papers, bills, reports, and business letters. What I Remember, Volume 2 "It's what they always put into business letters." True Tilda Some of his business letters, dictated by him to a clerk, are models of that kind of composition. Famous Americans of Recent Times If you examine these exhibits, gentlemen, I think you will agree that the betrayed code and the business letters were written on one and the same machine. The High School Captain of the Team Dick & Co. Leading the Athletic Vanguard Sometimes, especially in business letters, we find the writer's address at the close of the letter, but for the sake of convenience it is preferably placed at the beginning. Composition-Rhetoric By using this in the writing of personal and business letters I managed to conceal my condition and my whereabouts from all except near relatives and a few intimate friends who shared the secret. A Mind That Found Itself An Autobiography I assisted my grandmother to make up her accounts and write business letters, and I attended to tramps. My Brilliant Career A few lines had been written in pencil on the reverse side of a typewritten business letter. The Slim Princess The first three were business letters, referred to him by the firm with a brief note, stating their importance as an apology for the intrusion. For Gold or Soul? The Story of a Great Department Store The forms Dear Miss Robinson, My dear Mrs. Hobart, Dear Mr. Fraser, My dear Mr. Scott, are used in business letters when the correspondents are acquainted with each other. Composition-Rhetoric Except in the writing of one or two conventional business letters, never before had I dictated to a stenographer. A Mind That Found Itself An Autobiography He had written very little save business letters all his life. The Atlantic Monthly, Volume 08, No. 46, August, 1861 His, I think, were business letters, and apparently not much to his mind, for he crushed them into his pocket with some muttered expletives that I should have reproved him for at any other time. The Tenant of Wildfell Hall Craig was very sanguine that some day all business letters would be written on a typewriter. Edison, His Life and Inventions Hence the former is used more frequently in letters of friendship, and the latter more frequently in business letters. Composition-Rhetoric He kept a commonplace book in which most of his business letters of the period under consideration were recorded. James Otis, the pre-revolutionist Well," G. Selden admitted, "I didn't know but what there might be use for one, writing business letters on a big place like this. The Shuttle One morning, about the beginning of November, while I was inditing some business letters, shortly after breakfast, Eliza Millward came to call upon my sister. The Tenant of Wildfell Hall All evening I have been writing business letters. Adventures and Letters of Richard Harding Davis It is not improper, however, especially in business letters, to begin it on the same line with the salutation. Composition-Rhetoric He writes:— ``Mr. Lennox was so strict an observer of the Sabbath that I never knew of his writing a business letter on Sunday but once. Literary Blunders He had instructed his bankers to forward some important business letters to Nice, and at Nice he would quietly await them. House of Mirth Beyond it lay the broad sombrero fallen from the head of Muscari, and beside it a sealed business letter which, after a glance at the address, he returned to the elder Harrogate. The Wisdom of Father Brown Thereafter they wrote their business letters in the new script which became known as the "popular language" and which we call by its Greek name, the "Demotic language." Ancient Man The Beginning of Civilizations In letters where existing relations are not so intimate and in some kinds of business letters the forms Sincerely yours, Yours very sincerely, may be used appropriately. Composition-Rhetoric "It was a perfectly straightforward business letter … something about steel shipments … I don't remember any more …" "A straightforward business letter," commented the boy. The Yellow Streak The letters are of little importance, mere drafts of business letters for her secretary to copy, during the time that she governed the poor weak Guidalfonso. Hauntings I have at last got some business with you, and business letters are written by the style-book. The Letters of Robert Burns Who is the very important business letter to?' Love's Shadow Business Letters.+—Since the purpose of business letters is to inform, they should, first of all, be characterized by clearness. Composition-Rhetoric Within her reach was a deep cupboard in the wall containing estate and business letters, elaborately labeled and subdivided. The Coryston Family A Novel He seemed to be absorbed in reading over a business letter. Helbeck of Bannisdale — Volume II "He is better," answered the dentist; "so much better, that I shall venture to give him a few business letters that have been waiting for him some time, as soon as he wakes." Birds of Prey Go with your father and Doctor to look at the stock this morning and write your business letters while I attend to my affairs. The Calling of Dan Matthews In fact, be businesslike in everything connected with the writing of business letters. Composition-Rhetoric The business letters were generally directed to the office. The Channings After idling away half the morning, Captain Jernam discovered that he had an important business letter to write to the captain of his trading ship, the "Pizarro." Run to Earth A Novel They were all business letters, and most of them bore country post-marks. Birds of Prey Certain business telegrams followed him home, which required the writing of two or three business letters. Ester Ried Yet Speaking Write at least three of the following suggested letters, paying attention to the rules for writing business letters:— 1. Composition-Rhetoric "It is among other business letters: it was duly answered." Lady Audley's Secret The exception consists of some of the business letters written by Byron to his solicitor. The Works of Lord Byron: Letters and Journals. Vol. 1 I have had a very urgent business letter, saying that the lyceums of different towns were making up their engagements, and that if I were going into it I must make my engagements now. Authors and Friends It is the only way in which these business letters will get answered. Ester Ried Yet Speaking You will notice that the information derived from letters of friendship differs from that found in business letters. Composition-Rhetoric The only communication which she had with him was indirect, and consisted of business letters which his English agent wrote to Miss Plympton. The Living Link He got but little frivolous correspondence to carry—his bag had business letters in it, mostly. Roughing It, Part 1. I might have written a clear business letter, and calculated interest accurately. Philip Gilbert Hamerton An Autobiography, 1834-1858, and a Memoir by His Wife, 1858-1894 Red sealing-wax is admissible only for business letters, and wafers are entirely out of style. Frost's Laws and By-Laws of American Society A condensed but thorough treatise on etiquette and its usages in America, containing plain and reliable directions for deportment in every situation in life. In business letters the necessity of brevity and clearness forces attention to the selection and arrangement of details. Composition-Rhetoric Others were business letters, containing the announcement of notes falling due. The Living Link For some moments he busied himself at his desk, then emerged to dictate three business letters to his late antagonist. The Sturdy Oak A composite Novel of American Politics by fourteen American authors He could not breathe, he could not move; he could not afford to buy postage stamps to stick upon his business letters. Henrik Ibsen I did observe one, in Boston, so small that a fair sized business letter would certainly have stuck in its throat. America To-day, Observations and Reflections In business letters it is customary to write the address of the person or persons addressed at the left side of the page. Composition-Rhetoric The margins of a business letter, owing to the limitations of the typewriter, are usually variable. Business Correspondence In business letters you may use, Yours; Yours truly; Truly yours; Yours respectfully; Very respectfully yours, etc. Higher Lessons in English A work on English grammar and composition He took one of the doctor's sleeping powders, tried to read a dry book oil electricity, endeavoured to write a business letter, smoked a cigar, and finally went to bed. Dr. Heidenhoff's Process Sometimes he shaves him, orders his clothes, and writes his business letters. Book of Etiquette, Volume 2 The most common forms in business letters are Yours truly and Very truly yours. Composition-Rhetoric The spacing between the lines and between the paragraphs of a business letter may vary to suit the tastes of the individual, although considerations of a practical nature tend to establish a few general principles. Business Correspondence In business letters, you may use Yours; Yours truly; Truly yours; Yours respectfully; Very respectfully yours, etc. Graded Lessons in English An Elementary English Grammar Consisting of One Hundred Practical Lessons, Carefully Graded and Adapted to the Class-Room This is the last letter he seems ever to have written her excepting a business letter two years later. The Love Affairs of Great Musicians, Volume 1 This is a mere business letter, so I will just send my love to my little wife at Versailles, to her dear mother, etc. The Works of Charles and Mary Lamb — Volume 6 Letters 1821-1842 Brevity is the soul of business letters as well as of wit. Composition-Rhetoric The best practice, however, seems to embody both of these methods, but the average business letter usually has its paragraphs separated by double spacing and indenting the first line. Business Correspondence No business letters of any kind are included under this head. Autobiography of Sir George Biddell Airy Endymion alighted at the Town House to write a business letter or two before strolling down to the post office. The Westcotes "No, no," he said, almost sharply; "they are all for me; they are business letters, booksellers' catalogues, sale catalogues—nothing of importance." At Love's Cost Language: as a medium through which ideas are acquired, adapted to reader, Letter writing: Chapter VI; importance of, paper, beginning, body, conclusion, envelope, rule of, business letters, letters of friendship, adaptation to reader, notes. Composition-Rhetoric Hence most business letters are single spaced; that is, only one space on the typewriter separates the lines. Business Correspondence If this was an honest business letter why was it enclosed in the envelope stationery of a company that knew nothing about it? The Secrets of the German War Office The merchant kept his own books, wrote all business letters with a quill pen, and waited for the ink to dry or sprinkled it with sand. A Brief History of the United States For a year I have held the pen only to write an occasional business letter such as could not be neglected. Life of Harriet Beecher Stowe Compiled From Her Letters and Journals by Her Son Charles Edward Stowe It had been his intention to visit Ticonderoga; but business letters which he found waiting his arrival the evening before compelled him to change his destination to Burlington. Haste and Waste; Or, the Young Pilot of Lake Champlain. a Story for Young People It is not exaggeration to claim that the success of many business letters often depends upon the paper. Business Correspondence The date should never be put at the bottom in a business letter, but in friendly letters this may be done. How to Speak and Write Correctly And yet the postman does see some difference: he knows a business letter from a valentine at a glance and practice teaches him to know much else which escapes ourselves. The Note-Books of Samuel Butler The purpose of a business letter is to express just what you want and no more. Business Hints for Men and Women My husband had business with him—" "Apart from those business letters, had you written to Louis Lacombe.... other letters? The Extraordinary Adventures of Arsene Lupin, Gentleman-Burglar It must stand out sharply against the monotonous sameness of the business letter. Business Correspondence In business letters, just as in business conduct, honesty is always the best policy. How to Speak and Write Correctly The commonest business letter is to me a human document when she has read it. The Making of an American Any man with a good common school education, and a little patient practice, can soon learn to write as good a business letter as the college graduate. Business Hints for Men and Women I'm going to the mountains, and I don't intend to open a business letter or think once of this hot hole in a wall for a month. The Desired Woman Good business letter, consciously or unconsciously usually contains four elements: description, explanation, argument and persuasion. Business Correspondence The rain had spoiled a pleasant plan, and business letters had made it necessary for Mrs. Warburton to leave the three to their own devices after lunch. A Garland for Girls To Mr. Bolton he wrote a short, business letter, as calm as he could make it. The Gilded Age, Part 6. "Dear Sir," or "My Dear Sir," is the usual form of greeting when a business letter is addressed to an individual. Business Hints for Men and Women "If it's a business letter, you had better leave it." Try and Trust One of the pathetic sins of business letter writers is to work in the price too early in the letter—before the prospect is interested in the proposition. Business Correspondence It was a love letter and not a business letter. The Maid of Maiden Lane There were some personal and some business letters, some old check books, some silver and gold trinkets and table silver. Constance Dunlap In the ordinary business letter the usual ending may be, "Yours truly," "Yours very truly," or "Yours respectfully." Business Hints for Men and Women She did not want to read business letters; she wanted to be on a wheel, flying over the smooth road, with the wind lifting her hair and breathing cool against her cheek. Hildegarde's Neighbors An insipid style, is responsible for much of the ineffectiveness in business letters. Business Correspondence She had some business letters to write yesterday, which teased her, and she has not recovered from them yet; but she has been very well, on the whole, this summer. Henrietta's Wish Or, Domineering Thomas has gone along to see that the chief—Mr. Cabot, I mean—doesn't get any business letters or wires or anything of that sort. Galusha the Magnificent To write a good business letter is no mean accomplishment, and although a gift with some, it can be acquired by all. Business Hints for Men and Women She sat down and began to read the business letters aloud, not waiting for his orders to begin. The Landloper The dress of a business letter reflects the character and the standing of a house no less than the dress of its personal representative. Business Correspondence Nor did the commercial houses of the Pacific Coast cities appear to mind a little expense in forwarding their business letters. The Story of the Pony Express At best, hurried business letters give but imperfect notions of things. The Good Time Coming Every properly constructed business letter should consist of the following parts: 1. Business Hints for Men and Women Most of the letters are, so to speak, business letters; they are either letters connected with ecclesiastical politics, or they are letters dealing with technical historical points. The Upton Letters To discriminate at a glance between important and inconsequential business letters, is what most men have been trained to do. Business Correspondence Teach him how to deal with men as men, to write a straightforward business letter, manage his own money and gain some respect for those industrial movements which control the world. South Wind No, it was an advertisement, maybe, or a business letter. Flappers and Philosophers This should be the same in form as a business letter. Business Hints for Men and Women Since then, he has written to us, "business letters," prudent letters which he signs "a poor mutilated fellow." The New Book of Martyrs The great majority of business letters are not forcible; they are not productive. Business Correspondence Mr. Elgar. shutting himself up between breakfast and chapel to write business letters—which he pre- or post-dated—was ignoble enough, but not therefore a hypocrite. The Emancipated Her sister paid not the slightest heed; she was intent upon a business letter of much moment. In the Year of Jubilee After opening a dozen business letters, his eyes fell on the fatal missive sent by Prosper. File No. 113 She had seen her Arthur's business letters; models of courteous conciseness. Foul Play From its saluation to its signature a business letter must hold the interest of the reader or fail in its purpose. Business Correspondence He led an even more cloistered life here than at Saché, interrupting all correspondence excepting business letters to his mother. Honore de Balzac After an interval, during which the good-natured attorney read a dull business letter through for the second time, he spoke again. Cy Whittaker's Place Mr. Browne mingled the eccentric even in his business letters. The Complete Works of Artemus Ward — Part 1: Essays, Sketches, and Letters Somerset had a suspicion that her order to him not to neglect the business letter was to escape any invidious remarks from her uncle. A Laodicean : a Story of To-day Here are some sample ways of "opening" a business letter * * * * * No matter how large your tomorrow morning's mail, it is probable that you will glance through the first paragraph of every letter you open. Business Correspondence He sent business letters under her name, and her fidelity and devotion are seen in her denying herself clothes in order to buy household necessities for him. Women in the Life of Balzac "I think it's merely a business letter," replied Garrison indifferently, hiding his burning curiosity. Garrison's Finish : a romance of the race course And a merchant prince in Vienna will dictate business letters in his automobile as he's driving to the theatre, and write telegrams as he sits in the stalls. The Great Hunger Would you also mind writing the business letter on an independent sheet, with a proper beginning and ending? A Laodicean : a Story of To-day Some correspondents, having taken only the first lesson in business letter writing, over-shoot the mark with a lot of "hot air" that is all too apparent. Business Correspondence Then I went indoors to write a few business letters which, since I had become immersed in the affairs of that unlucky gold mine, had grown to be almost a daily task with me. The Ivory Child If a business letter or a written memorial came in, the President found it easy to endorse: "Referred to the Secretary of the Treasury." Democracy, an American novel Right-hand drawer violet monogram for the notes, plain paper for the business letter. Rose in Bloom I, quite simply, only had to style my business letters to Münchmeyer in such a way, that his answers, in one letter after another, would contain everything we had agreed upon. My Life and My Efforts Such figures are great factors in business letters because they make the meaning clear. Business Correspondence He examined the bailiff's accounts of the village in Ryazan which belonged to his wife's nephew, wrote two business letters, and walked over to the granaries, cattle yards and stables before dinner. War and Peace He received nothing but business letters, and among them one from Markham, with as much defiance and dislike in its style as could be shown, in a perfectly formal, proper letter. The Heir of Redclyffe No—no; thee looks tired, and I have a business letter to write. John Halifax, Gentleman There she kept her desk and wrote her business letters; and there she sat of evenings by a warm fire and a bright red light and sewed or read. Strictly business: more stories of the four million He detested the writing of business letters, and was always at great pains to avoid anything in the nature of a commercial rendezvous. The Yellow Claw He received several of these business letters from time to time, and I noticed that they always made him silent and moody. The Story of a Bad Boy A business letter, it appears, to be attended to accordingly. Elinor Wyllys, Volume 2 He looked with pride upon this conflagration; there were bills, love letters, business letters, bonds, patents of nobility, deeds of property. The Mystery of Orcival Lastly, a handful of old business letters, addressed—every one of them—to "Henry K. Jessup, Esq." Whirligigs An up-to-date business letter is not written in a casual, commonplace way today. The Power of Concentration He had, moreover, divulged to his new associates all that he knew as to Mr. Astor's plans and affairs, and had made copies of his business letters for their perusal. Astoria, or, anecdotes of an enterprise beyond the Rocky Mountains |
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