| 单词 | short letter |
| 例句 | By lamplight when the boys are asleep I write short letters to Anatole, reporting briefly on the boys and our health, and long letters to Adah about how I’m really faring. The Poisonwood Bible 1998-01-01T00:00:00Z I feel bad for sending Mama a short letter back, but I can’t think of anything else I want to say. Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero 2020-08-18T00:00:00Z He dreamed that Adams had written a short letter to Jefferson, congratulating him on his recent retirement from public life. Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation 2000-10-17T00:00:00Z Clinging to the illusion of their marriage, she concluded, “Well Ernest I must close my short letter. Hoping to hear from you soon. Good by from your wife, Mollie Burkhart.” Killers of the Flower Moon 2017-04-18T00:00:00Z Finally, several months later, we received a card from Mr. Pirzada commemorating the Muslim New Year, along with a short letter. Interpreter of Maladies 1999-05-22T00:00:00Z It’s a short letter, with a promise of many more. Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers 2017-04-18T00:00:00Z Inside was a short letter written in lilac ink on slate-gray paper. Black Swan Green 2006-04-10T00:00:00Z After one of the final evening sessions, C.P. went home and wrote a short letter to his Klansmen explaining what he had been trying to accomplish through the meetings. The Best of Enemies 1996-04-01T00:00:00Z And that was another thing—such a short letter. It All Comes Down to This 2017-07-11T00:00:00Z Finally, on the day before our scheduled flight to Rio, I sat down in my cabin at the ranch, opened a notebook, and wrote my parents a short letter. Courage to Soar 2016-11-15T00:00:00Z I get postcards and the occasional short letter from my mother, sent from places like Duluth and Kapuskasing. Cat's Eye 1988-09-01T00:00:00Z “Oh no;—and it is but a short letter too.” Emma 1815-12-23T00:00:00Z She replied with a short letter: “I already followed you to Durham,” she reminded him. The Best of Enemies 1996-04-01T00:00:00Z In her distinctive, throaty bass, Ms. Turner read a short letter from Mrs. Clinton, and a stirring recollection from Ms. Morgan. Feminism’s A-List Attends Kate Millett’s Memorial in New York 2017-11-10T05:00:00Z Just look at the number of times you justify your lifestyle choices in a short letter . Defending one’s lifestyle choices put a woman on the edge with her in-laws 2015-02-04T05:00:00Z In a short letter to her mother, dated “Thursday, I guess,” she wrote, “I lost the little kangaroo early Wednesday morning and am now lying in an empty and ethery tearful state of mind.” My Grandmother’s Desperate Choice 2017-05-14T04:00:00Z The editor of the Vatican newspaper, for his part, penned a short letter in Wednesday’s edition of L’Osservatore Romano mocking the “transgression at all cost” impulse of the performance. Vatican, Italy bishop slam “profane” Sanremo performance 2022-02-02T05:00:00Z We thought M was a reasonable short letter. An Exit Interview With the Man Who Transformed the Oxford English Dictionary 2013-04-24T02:14:01Z This is what was on Thomas Chatterton Williams’s mind when he decided to write a short letter on the risks to liberalism and open discourse and get some like-minded thinkers to sign on. The Harper’s ‘Letter,’ cancel culture and the summer that drove a lot of smart people mad 2020-07-23T04:00:00Z The short letter says Mr. Trump is being treated unfairly compared to President Biden and his son, Hunter Biden, who faces scrutiny over his foreign business ties. Trump tells AG Garland he wants to meet to discuss special counsel probes 2023-05-24T04:00:00Z About 2 a.m., he returned to his mother’s hut and slid a short letter under the entrance. At 16, he escaped a fringe Jewish sect accused of child abuse. Now he’s fighting to get his family out 2023-01-31T05:00:00Z The revelation was made in a short letter on a piece of lined notebook paper, handed to the teacher as the eighth-grader left class one day. Gender transitions at school spur debate over when, or if, parents are told 2022-07-18T04:00:00Z They wrote short letters to each other, carried back and forth by a trustee. Arrested and beaten during civil rights protests, she’s 93 and finally telling her story 2021-07-15T04:00:00Z At the end of his book of images of his daughter, Pia, Christopher Anderson includes a short letter. The big picture: a father tries to freeze time 2020-10-04T04:00:00Z That Friday, Comey sent a short letter to Congressional leaders announcing the FBI “has learned of the existence of emails that appear to be pertinent to the investigation.” Book excerpt: An FBI sex crimes investigator helped trigger 2016’s ‘October Surprise’ 2020-09-17T04:00:00Z And while most details will be addressed in the legal documents, some experts suggest writing a short letter reiterating your preferences and reasoning to help provide clarity and comfort to your loved ones later on. No time like the present: End-of-life plans and the pandemic 2020-05-06T04:00:00Z After receiving the Mueller report, Barr released a short letter summing up its main points, including that there was insufficient evidence to accuse any Trump associates of conspiring with the Russians. Barr doesn’t accept key inspector general finding about FBI’s Russia investigation 2019-12-02T05:00:00Z Bolton then mulled his resignation into Monday evening and gave a short letter to NSC staff on Tuesday, these people said. Bolton out as national security adviser after clashing with Trump 2019-09-10T04:00:00Z At the time, a short letter by Agsten published on the museum’s website, noted only that “discussions about future plans in the space are ongoing between ArtCenter and the Main’s founder, Tom Gilmore.” ArtCenter College of Design to take over Main Museum's downtown L.A. exhibition space 2019-05-02T04:00:00Z On February 14, 2004, Salahi received a short letter from his mother in Mauritania, informing him that her “health situation is OK.” Guantánamo’s Darkest Secret 2019-04-15T04:00:00Z And to suggest they now ought to issue a mea culpa based on a short letter by Trump’s attorney general is so absurd that it beggars explanation. Don't say Trump is exonerated. It's too soon for that | Andrew Gawthrope 2019-03-26T04:00:00Z Soon afterward came a short letter from Attorney General William Barr to Congress which disclosed none of the special counsel’s findings. “Trump Wins!”: The President, the Mueller Report, and Our New Political Normal 2019-03-25T04:00:00Z Six days later, Muntaqim received a short letter from the parole board. The Eleventh Parole Hearing of Jalil Abdul Muntaqim 2019-01-25T05:00:00Z Mr. Trump made no mention of the Ebola situation in his short letter to Ms. Pelosi. Opposition Leader Is Seen by Church as Winning Congo Vote 2019-01-04T05:00:00Z I wrote again last Christmas, a very short letter to say I never stopped thinking about them - and now this. 'Thanks for your loved one's organ' 2018-12-26T05:00:00Z The short letter back from Mr. Macron was signed, but that was the only human touch. France’s Mayors, Feeling the Pinch, Lead a Quiet Rebellion and Quit 2018-11-11T05:00:00Z In a short letter to Grey, Hirosaki University Vice President Chizuko Kohri wrote last November that the university had asked "three outside experts" to investigate after the Neurology paper was published. Researcher at the center of an epic fraud remains an enigma to those who exposed him 2018-08-17T04:00:00Z The official tourism Twitter account for York got in on the fun with a short letter to the New York Times welcoming them to Yorkshire for a pudding or two. Yorkshire pudding or Yorkshire pancake? 2018-05-15T04:00:00Z The chief justice said she received a short letter from Rushing announcing his departure from the court. California's chief justice has had her own #MeToo moments 2017-12-11T05:00:00Z She sent short letter on notepaper with a picture of a partridge on it. General Noriega's pen pal: An American school girl - BBC News 2017-05-31T04:00:00Z Carter summed up the Savannah visit in a short letter sent Friday to Pinkie Master’s owners. Savannah bar recalls Jimmy Carter visit on St. Patrick's Day 2017-03-17T04:00:00Z The short letter Comey wrote to congressional leaders on Friday admits that he does not know whether new emails found on a computer belonging to the estranged husband of a Clinton staffer have any significance. James Comey: FBI director divides Washington over Hillary Clinton emails 2016-10-30T04:00:00Z Trump has so far released only a short letter from his personal physician, which the doctor in question subsequently said had been rushed. Clinton recovering as Trump plans to release medical report – live 2016-09-12T04:00:00Z Trump has so far released only a short letter from his personal physician which the doctor in question subsequently said had been rushed. Donald Trump: I will release 'very, very specific' health report soon 2016-09-12T04:00:00Z Ask your employer if they are willing to write a short letter on your behalf that attests to your intelligence, productivity and value as an employee. 5 Tasks Summer Interns Should Complete Before Heading Back to School 2016-09-01T04:00:00Z In a short letter of resignation, Rule praised the college, calling it an “amazing institution,” and said he wished only the best for the school. Bellevue College President David Rule resigns 2016-08-03T04:00:00Z Students were asked to write a short letter to say thanks to the troops overseas and to draw them a picture. Student’s 3-year-old letter finally reaches troops 2016-05-30T04:00:00Z When the Wall Street Journal wrote a withering assessment of her professional accomplishments, she fired up the typewriter and pounded out a short letter to the writer: The woman who encouraged women to be girly on the path to equality 2016-04-08T04:00:00Z The short letter was sent by Stephen Hedger, the assistant secretary of defense for legislative affairs, and the decision is in line with an Army review. Ex-general, CIA chief David Petraeus to receive no further punishment 2016-01-30T05:00:00Z D, based on this very short letter, you seem to me like a good dude. How to be human: I'm married — how can I stop thinking about my ex? 2015-09-19T04:00:00Z Vanel alleged trademark infringement, copyright infringement, misappropriation of name and likeness and “privacy rights infringement” in his short letter. Ben Carson: Others Can't Sell Shirts, Stickers Supporting Me 2015-09-18T04:00:00Z No. The accountant usually does not need the whole opinion, but a short letter saying how to report. Ten Myths About Tax Opinions 2015-07-07T04:00:00Z On April 20, 2012, three months after Godelieva sent the e-mail, Tom received a short letter from his mother that was written in the past tense. Who Has the Right to Die? 2015-06-15T04:00:00Z Before his sentencing on Friday, he read a short letter apologizing for Guyton’s death. News from around Wisconsin at 5:58 p.m. CST 2014-12-13T05:00:00Z Sotloff’s sister, dressed in black and wearing sunglasses, read a short letter she wrote for her brother. Family mourns slain journalist in tearful service 2014-09-05T04:00:00Z In a short letter, it had outlined its proposal worth $14.5 billion. Siemens says to make Alstom offer if it can see its books 2014-04-29T17:22:08Z The news peg is a short letter in Nature on how it’s taking longer and longer for scientists to get Nobel Prizes for their work, especially in physics. Does Growing Time Lag for Nobels Portend End of Fundamental Discoveries in Physics? 2014-04-11T12:49:44Z On November 12, the day Genscher's message was delivered, Khodorkovsky wrote a short letter to Putin seeking his release and a longer letter discussing his mother's health. Inside Germany's campaign to free Khodorkovsky 2013-12-26T15:30:41Z The critique of Muller’s article by the tornado researchers was initially posted on LiveScience and a short letter by two of the scientists ran in The Times. Dot Earth Blog: A Closer Look at Tornadoes in a Human-Heated Climate 2013-12-09T21:54:52Z He attached to the short letter a copy of a Saudi Foreign Ministry statement that was issued a day after the Security Council election last month and outlines Saudi's decision to decline the seat. Saudi rejects U.N. Security Council seat, opening way for Jordan 2013-11-12T20:05:04Z “I do not think that such a short letter heralds a new era between the Muslim Brotherhood and the Jewish people or the West or democracy,” Mr. Mazel said. Uncertainty Over Letter Underscores Delicate Ties 2012-08-01T01:52:01Z Potential sales team hires, for example, are asked to submit a short letter including the answers to four questions along with a resume. Hire Right the First Time: 5 Steps 2012-07-09T15:30:52Z And then it was done: a short letter to be published this month, in the same journal where the original study appeared. Dr. Robert L. Spitzer, Noted Psychiatrist, Apologizes for Study on Gay ?Cure? 2012-05-19T20:42:34Z By the time he had said this the young Count had read to the end of the short letter which he had received, and put it before the pastor. The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. 2012-04-25T02:00:59.637Z I write you a short letter to-day, because I must for the present adhere to my work; and yet I cannot refrain from culling all the beauty that lies at my feet. Letters of Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy from Italy and Switzerland 2012-04-07T02:00:33.707Z My Dear Son: Your short letter of the 14th February gave me pleasure, as it informed me of your health and that of your family, and other friends in the neighborhood of Roxbury. The Loyalists of Massachusetts And the Other Side of the American Revolution 2012-04-02T02:00:25.387Z A small paper; a note; a short letter. Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (2nd 100 Pages) 2012-03-24T02:00:19.387Z Take a short letter from me this time, and expect to hear from me by the next earliest opportunity, and more at length. Pencillings by the Way Written During Some Years of Residence and Travel in Europe 2012-03-19T02:00:26.650Z She read the short letter quickly; then she sat down, and read it again, and continued to look at it. The White Peacock 2012-01-14T03:00:21.627Z They wrote short letters to each other at long intervals. The Enemies of Women (Los enemigos de la mujer) 2012-01-02T03:00:27.980Z Write again, and do not write so short letters as I do. The Life of Lyman Trumbull 2011-11-20T03:00:11.243Z If a very short letter of only a few lines, begin but a little above the middle of the page. The Ladies' Guide to True Politeness and Perfect Manners or, Miss Leslie's Behaviour Book 2011-11-13T03:00:12.183Z On the 16th I wrote a short letter and many copies to your Excellency, informing you of the necessity of suspending further drafts upon me for the present. The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution Volume 7. 2011-11-03T02:00:18.037Z "And I know yours too, but you always wrote such short letters." Ovind A Story of Country Life in Norway 2011-10-13T02:00:43.280Z A short letter is preserved which was written to his wife from Leicester gaol, which shows the exemplary resignation, meekness, and faith with which he passed through his trials. Memorials of the Independent Churches in Northamptonshire with biographical notices of their pastors, and some account of the puritan ministers who laboured in the county. 2011-10-13T02:00:37.230Z My Dear Brother,—Once more I write you a short letter, although I feel nearly persuaded that you will not thank me for it. John Ronge: The Holy Coat Of Treves New German-Catholic Chruch 2011-10-12T02:00:44.710Z But his vexation does not last more than a few lines, and this short letter ends, 'Tout � toi.' Napoleon's Letters to Josephine 2011-09-23T02:00:21.947Z By a short letter just received from Mr Jay, it appears, that England has at length swallowed the bitter pill, and agreed to treat with the "Thirteen United States of America." The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution Volume 7. 2011-11-03T02:00:18.037Z It was a very short letter that Alfred Croucher wrote, but a remarkably thick envelope that he himself took to the post, after looking many times up and down the street. The Crime Doctor 2011-09-09T02:01:05.570Z After a long delay I got five hundred dollars, and a very short letter, saying, that was all the nett proceeds. Hot corn: Life Scenes in New York Illustrated 2011-08-31T02:01:20.473Z But he wrote on a third sheet a short letter to Volodyovski in the following words,-- Gracious Colonel,--The undersigned friend warns you and the other colonels to be on your guard. The Deluge, Vol. I. (of 2) An Historical Novel of Poland, Sweden, and Russia. 2011-08-26T02:00:24.433Z Then I dictated to her, as I always do, some short letters of instructions to my agents. The Leak 2011-08-23T02:00:33.460Z Aunt has had two short letters from her. The Lost Heir 2011-08-07T02:00:09.367Z The occasion is a short letter of mine in last Thursday's paper, which you may have seen. Harriet Martineau 2011-08-05T02:00:51.493Z Just a short letter to say we have been fighting the Boers here from the 13th to the 18th, and have driven them back with heavy loss. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 3 (of 6) From the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899, to Lord Roberts's Advance into the Free State, 12th Feb. 1900 2011-07-29T02:00:27.053Z Nevertheless, he took a sheet of paper from his case into the Common Room, and wrote a short letter of greeting to the Alderman. House of Torment A Tale of the Remarkable Adventures of Mr. John Commendone, Gentleman to King Phillip II of Spain at the English Court 2011-07-15T02:00:24.257Z She had written her confession that day, spent hours and much paper over the short letter, and as soon as her father and Sue were safely away she had taken it to the woods. Nobody's Child 2011-06-29T02:00:24.827Z Before going to bed, she wrote a short letter to her father, telling him that she liked her place. The Soul of Susan Yellam 2011-06-16T02:00:19.090Z Dr. Baxter wrote him two strong, short letters to refute this idea, and he found additional solace for his conscience in the discovery that he was needed by the sisters. Jessamine A Novel 2011-06-15T02:00:24.413Z Even a short letter like this is painful. The Eulogy of Richard Jefferies 2011-05-27T02:00:19.437Z I shall write but a short letter, as we hope to be in Frankfort soon after this reaches its destination. The Life, Letters and Work of Frederic Leighton Volume I 2011-05-22T02:00:16.657Z A short letter from Emanuel–not, however, an answer to the one just sent to him–arrived. Hesperus or Forty-Five Dog-Post-Days Vol. I. A Biography 2011-05-11T02:00:19.453Z I placed the fruit on a slate, with a short letter of greeting, and put it under the covering of the stand, while Mrs. Green held another slate of her own. A Book Written by the Spirits of the So-Called Dead 2011-05-03T02:00:15.900Z There are enough hours in a night to allow of many short letters being written. By Wit of Woman 2011-04-13T02:00:13.247Z Nothing could be more to my wishes, and then I was told that she had written a short letter which I had better copy, as my head was not clear enough to think intelligently. Lily Pearl and The Mistress of Rosedale 2011-04-05T02:00:12.720Z Mother, I have written to Han; I sent her George’s letter to me, and wrote her a short letter myself. The Wound Dresser A Series of Letters Written from the Hospitals in Washington during the War of the Rebellion 2011-04-01T02:00:42.513Z I do not like to write a short letter to you, or you would have had one long before. Letters of John Keats to His Family and Friends 2011-03-30T02:00:14.620Z Still, even that short letter was something; it was in my mother's handwriting, and it brought me nearer home. The Treasure of the Tigris A Tale of Mesopotamia 2011-03-22T02:00:16.873Z Then came a gap in the correspondence, followed by a short letter that her school friend was dead, and that she feared she would not be allowed to remain in the house. The Man Without a Memory 2011-03-09T03:00:45.963Z He wrote two short letters—marvellously short for him—and sent down to the Verney Arms to request the attendance of Mr. Larkin. The Tenants of Malory Volume 3 of 3 2011-03-04T03:00:53.937Z He has made an exchange for Malta, and will pass through here to see the Chief,—so he says in his short letter. Sir Brook Fossbrooke, Volume II. 2011-02-18T03:00:19.343Z But in the short letters you sent me when I wrote to you, as you asked me, about the old lady's health up there, you used to write about your little boy. A Search For A Secret (Vol 3 of 3) A Novel 2011-02-15T03:00:19.437Z Please excuse my short letter; you know I am not fond of writing. Project Gutenberg book of Historical Romance of the American Negro 2011-02-11T03:00:26.280Z Every month I received a short letter from my father, in which Assja was spoken of seldom and always incidentally. The Galaxy Vol. XXIII?March, 1877.?No. 3 2011-01-31T03:00:16.193Z Paula wrote a short letter to Quentin Charter in the afternoon, and did not begin to regret it until too late. She Buildeth Her House 2011-01-04T03:01:05.167Z From the short letters which he had received from his relations during the last ten years, Reinhold had gathered that at all events his uncle's business prospered fairly. The Breaking of the Storm, Vol. I. 2010-12-20T17:12:22.067Z The short letter accompanied a picture of the young Elizabeth which showed her laughing with her mouth open. Photos of the Queen as a baby released to mark her 84th birthday 2010-04-21T09:26:00Z You justly complain of my short letters, but the critical state of things and the multiplicity of avocations must plead my excuse. Familiar Letters of John Adams and His Wife Abigail Adams During the Revolution with a Memoir of Mrs. Adams We must not close this short letter without stating that our friend and partner, Mr. A. L. Lawrence, who was a native of Randolph County, N. C, was an expert trapper, and especially on mink. Fifty Years a Hunter and Trapper Autobiography, experiences and observations of Eldred Nathaniel Woodcock during his fifty years of hunting and trapping. Before enclosure in the mail-bags, all short letters, postcards, and short halfpenny packets, and some of the long letters, are tied in bundles, other packets being sent loose. The Development of Rates of Postage An Historical and Analytical Study It would be a week at the least, before he could write even a short letter without help. Where the Path Breaks Then there were a few short letters from one who signed himself “George.” Kastle Krags A Story of Mystery You must be content to receive a short letter, because I have not time now to write a long one. Familiar Letters of John Adams and His Wife Abigail Adams During the Revolution with a Memoir of Mrs. Adams Your short letter answering my long one has been read and reread and read again. The Book of Susan A Novel There is, therefore, in the matter of delivery, a heavy balance against the heavier and more bulky packets, as compared with the short letters, postcards, and short halfpenny packets. The Development of Rates of Postage An Historical and Analytical Study Then he dictated a short letter to his stenographer and calmly picked up his hat. A Top-Floor Idyl About 10 A. M. I dressed and wrote a short letter home. An Artilleryman's Diary It needed only the reassurance that she thought of him, that she still cared ... such a short letter would have given him all the comfort he needed. The Duchess of Wrexe Her Decline and Death; A Romantic Commentary A short letter from Goethe in Weimar, in acknowledgment of a copy of his 'Wilhelm Meister,' was peculiarly gratifying to Carlyle. Thomas Carlyle Famous Scots Series The effect of this is slightly adverse to the short letters and favourable to the heavier packets. The Development of Rates of Postage An Historical and Analytical Study "I have received but one very short letter," I replied. A Top-Floor Idyl Wrote a short letter to T. L. Drove off condemned mules to the river. An Artilleryman's Diary His only other known contribution to the Spectator was a short letter in No. 532, Nov. The Works of Alexander Pope, Volume 1 New Edition Third, it is a good thing to write short letters. Maids Wives and Bachelors Halfpenny packets which are of such size as to admit of handling with the short letters are referred to as "short halfpenny packets." The Development of Rates of Postage An Historical and Analytical Study Till almost the last, he was able to write me, in his intervals of ease, short letters on the favorite topic. Coelebs In Search of a Wife As if his style had suddenly come up to the required standard, editors began to write short letters of excuse with returned manuscripts; then to accept. A Canadian Bankclerk Thereupon he went to the car's far end and wrote a short letter to his mother, who had exacted the pledge of one a day, which she did not promise to answer. John March, Southerner They had had a short letter from her early in January, and then no word afterwards. An Isle in the Water A complication is thus introduced in the preparation of the short letters for delivery. The Development of Rates of Postage An Historical and Analytical Study I had then received only your short letter, and told him that I had heard nothing. Noah Webster American Men of Letters But a single short letter is extant, written by her husband from Bern, in which he asks her to send a cap-pattern to one of her relations there. The Life and Times of Ulric Zwingli I shall end this with a short letter I wrote the other day, to a very witty man, overrun with the fault I am speaking of. Talkers With Illustrations He went to his own room and wrote, in a large rapid hand that wandered in all directions, a short letter to Dr. M�rz. The German Classics, v. 20 Masterpieces of German Literature The mine would be sprung, she thought, before even a short letter was finished. When Ghost Meets Ghost You know, dearest Harriet, my aversion to writing short letters; I have something of the same feeling about that hateful little note-paper on which I have lately written to you. Records of Later Life Her short letters are full of encouragement and consolation. The Galaxy Vol. 23, No. 1 He went back to his room, wrote a short letter to his brother Urbain, and left it on the table. Angelot A Story of the First Empire One short letter to Betty, inclosing the worn scrap of paper the wind had brought him; he kissed it before he placed it in the envelope. The Eye of Dread A very short letter, only one side of a page. Jan and Her Job She wrote short letters and long letters, angry letters, and most affectionate letters to Lord George at his club, entreating him to come to her, and almost driving him out of his wits. Is He Popenjoy? He set his face rigidly and read the short letter through without a quaver. Hidden Water She had seen and heard nothing of General Ratoneau since the day when Urbain put his short letter into her hand. Angelot A Story of the First Empire On May 5, 1877, he published a short letter in the Times, referring to a rumor that Mr. Disraeli, as Premier, meditated forcing on a "Philo-Turk war against Russia," and protesting against any such design. Great Men and Famous Women, Vol. 7 A Series of Pen and Pencil Sketches of the Lives of More Than 200 of the Most Prominent Personages in History Florence wrote a short letter to her mother. The Time of Roses He took a little walk in Washington-street after breakfast, and then wrote a short letter to Phonny to tell him how well he had got along on his journey. Stuyvesant A Franconia Story Instead of my short letter I have written you a very long one, and must end. The Letters of Queen Victoria : A Selection from Her Majesty's Correspondence between the Years 1837 and 1861 Volume 3, 1854-1861 He had indeed got a short letter or two in the interval, saying almost nothing—a brief report of Elinor's health, and of the baby, against whom he had taken an unreasoning disgust and repugnance. The Marriage of Elinor Alison opened the door very softly, and, going into the kitchen, took down her writing portfolio from a little shelf where she generally kept it, and wrote a short letter to Jim. Good Luck He wrote at first short letters in Swedish. The Golden House A little correspondence à propos of these circumstances so well exhibits the graceful badinage in which the great ladies of that day were adepts, that we are attempted to quote one short letter. p. The Essays of "George Eliot" Complete The important part of this short letter is broken, but it appears to say: “Have not they devoured Yankhamu ... this conquest of all the lands from men of blood, and the devouring of thy land.” Egyptian Literature Comprising Egyptian tales, hymns, litanies, invocations, the Book of the Dead, and cuneiform writings When Lagardere was left alone he placed himself at the table where Gonzague had been sitting so short a time before, and, taking pen and paper, wrote rapidly a short letter. The Duke's Motto A Melodrama As you ask for short letters, I will stop. Harper's Young People, December 23, 1879 An Illustrated Weekly We take the following from the too short letter that was read to the Academy of Inscriptions on the 2nd of December 1881. A History of Art in Chaldæa & Assyria, v. 1 Sir, I have the honor to enclose for the inspection of Congress a short letter from Mr Jay, which contains important information, and explains some passages in Dr Franklin's letters. The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution, Vol. XI It is a short letter acknowledging the receipt of a letter, and ends by speaking of men of blood, and that the “King knows about his cities.” Egyptian Literature Comprising Egyptian tales, hymns, litanies, invocations, the Book of the Dead, and cuneiform writings News or no news, given the opportunity, I religiously once a week contribute to the English mail bag; so here goes for a really short letter. A Yeoman's Letters Third Edition He started by the night-train for Penrith, and before doing so prepared a short letter for Miss Hotspur, which, as instructed, he put open under an envelope addressed to the Baronet. Sir Harry Hotspur of Humblethwaite Just a little short letter—anything, as long as you write. Lucile Triumphant The second came, and in it a short letter in Latin. The True Story Book Dear Sir, I wrote to you a short letter on the 16th instant. The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution, Vol. VIII Polly drew her ideas of Mexico entirely from the movies, Bob’s short letters being quite lacking in atmosphere. Across the Mesa My dear master and friend N. has informed me that you are at times in tribulation about God's eternal predestination, and requested me to write you this short letter on that matter. Historical Introductions to the Symbolical Books of the Evangelical Lutheran Church Then Mary wrote a very short letter to her friend, which may as well, also, be communicated to the reader:— Loring, Thursday. The Vicar of Bullhampton Mr. Grey went into his library, and penned a short letter to Maurice Walton, commending him for his watchfulness, and inclosing a ten-dollar greenback. Tom, The Bootblack or, The Road to Success Dear Sir, I wrote you a short letter on the seventh instant. The Diplomatic Correspondence of the American Revolution, Vol. VIII Mother wrote only short letters, and my father never wrote at all. Cavanaugh: Forest Ranger A Romance of the Mountain West In this short letter we find the keynote of all our subsequent troubles. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 2 (of 6) From the Commencement of the War to the Battle of Colenso, 15th Dec. 1899 He had a knack of writing short letters; and then there had been so little for him to say. The Vicar of Bullhampton At last he finished a short letter— Dear Miss Wilbur:— I do not know how to begin to say what I want to say. A Spoil of Office A Story of the Modern West They were intensely religious; this short letter contains the name of God three times and speaks of both prayer and praise. Log-book of Timothy Boardman Kept On Board The Privateer Oliver Cromwell, During A Cruise From New London, Ct., to Charleston, S. C., And Return, In 1778; Also, A Biographical Sketch of The Author. This is a very short letter, but I am going to the Burlington Arcade, desperately resolved to have all those wonderful instruments put into operation on my head, with a view to refreshing it. The Letters of Charles Dickens Vol. 2, 1857-1870 My dear Mrs. Watson, This will be a short letter, but I hope not unwelcome. The Letters of Charles Dickens Vol. 1, 1833-1856 Then Mr. Stanton told me a curious little story which will form the remainder of this short letter. The Life of Charles Dickens, Vol. I-III, Complete They were short letters, written in flying motors, in trains, in outhouses, in romantic châteaux; but they all began in the same reassuring way. The Dark Tower This short letter has the word “love” four times. Log-book of Timothy Boardman Kept On Board The Privateer Oliver Cromwell, During A Cruise From New London, Ct., to Charleston, S. C., And Return, In 1778; Also, A Biographical Sketch of The Author. This will be but a short letter, as I have been to see the President this morning, and have little time before the post goes. The Letters of Charles Dickens Vol. 2, 1857-1870 The greater part of it was written by Mr. Atkinson in reply to short letters, in which Miss Martineau stated objections and propounded questions. Critical Miscellanies (Vol. 3 of 3) Essay 6: Harriet Martineau I should like to have a short letter addressed to me by the principal English authors who signed the international copyright petition, expressive of their sense that I have done my duty to the cause. The Life of Charles Dickens, Vol. I-III, Complete When it was all over, Clark went back to his hotel, and wrote a short letter to a woman saying that he had interesting business on hand and hoped to see her soon. The Rapids After the usual salutes and the presentation of a short letter from Sam Adams, telling Allen that he could believe all the men told him, they were asked to tell their story. The Hero of Ticonderoga or Ethan Allen and his Green Mountain Boys This is a short letter, but we are pressed for time. The Letters of Charles Dickens Vol. 2, 1857-1870 These instructions were followed by a short letter from Lodovico, enclosing the petition to be presented to Maximilian, and urging him to lose no time in reaching his destination. Beatrice d'Este, Duchess of Milan, 1475-1497 Then the son told the father of the short letter which the parson had received from his brother, and almost repeated the words of it. Ralph the Heir That afternoon he sent a short letter to his mother. The Rapids It is generally safe to be cautious about very short letters. The Detection of Forgery A Practical Handbook for the Use of Bankers, Solicitors, Magistrates' Clerks, and All Handling Suspected Documents A short letter from Mary had also reached him. The Day of Judgment All we have from his pen at this period are two short letters. Beatrice d'Este, Duchess of Milan, 1475-1497 But even as before he wrote a short letter and added it to the package at the last. Hunters Out of Space Joe and Helen wrote to Benny, and in reply received a short letter from him. Joe Strong, the Boy Fish or Marvelous Doings in a Big Tank Thee is to write a short letter to thy father every Sunday, and the rest of the letter hour can be devoted to thy ‘regular parents.’ The Cricket But even in this short letter he seemed to see a change. The Day of Judgment This is a short letter to send you after such a long silence, but 'tis too cold to write. Behind the Scenes or, Thirty years a slave, and Four Years in the White House I am writing this in the position we captured, knowing that you must be longing for even a short letter. Letters of Lt.-Col. George Brenton Laurie (commanding 1st Battn. Royal Irish Rifles) Dated November 4th, 1914-March 11th, 1915 I have somehow or other contrived to lose my day, for which reason I can only write a very short letter. The Letters of Queen Victoria : A Selection from her Majesty's correspondence between the years 1837 and 1861 Volume 2, 1844-1853 It was only a short letter that he wished, merely a word from his friends saying they had passed that way. The Eyes of the Woods A story of the Ancient Wilderness P.S.—I wrote a short letter to the President, and not of congratulation. Hortense Makers of History Series Wrote a short letter to C. telling them of my return by the Hibernia on the 10th. A Journey to America in 1834 It was a short letter, as many fateful letters are, and Commines read it in a glance, then a second time. The Justice of the King Therefore, by return of post, she wrote the following short letter, which rather astonished Mr Slow when he received it— Littlebath, April, 186—. Miss Mackenzie According to promise, he wrote a short letter to Harvey, and on the following morning received, a reply to his first. Messenger No. 48 As soon as he had gone she sat down and wrote a short letter, which she posted herself. The Folly Of Eustace 1896 Margery wrote a short letter to Dame Lovell, and intrusted it to him; and then she sat by the table, wearily resting her head upon her hand. Mistress Margery He wrote a short letter to his mother, informing her of his safe arrival in the city, but not mentioning his engagement by Prof. Hazlitt. Chester Rand or The New Path to Fortune But for the time being I have prevented your being able to cast in my teeth my failure to obey you, and always accusing me of writing too short letters. Erasmus and the Age of Reformation The Endymion came into Portsmouth on Sunday and I have sent Charles a short letter by this day's post. Jane Austen, Her Life and Letters A Family Record Pliny wrote to one of his friends, 'I have not time to write you a short letter, therefore I have written you a long one.' The Verbalist A Manual Devoted to Brief Discussions of the Right and the Wrong Use of Words and to Some Other Matters of Interest to Those Who Would Speak and Write with Propriety. My dear little Smiles: This is going to be a very short letter, and can you guess why? 'Smiles' A Rose of the Cumberlands It takes him longer to write a long than a short letter, but routine letters will average fairly over a period of a month. How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence "We heard from him to-day—a short letter, hurriedly written; but oh! like Warwick—like Warwick!" The Long Roll The following very short letter therefore was written. Kept in the Dark Not long after receiving the short letter from Alexis last cited, he was called upon to leave Russia for a time, to make a journey into central Europe. Peter the Great This was the answer Benyon received to a short letter that he despatched to Mrs. Roy after his return to America. Georgina's Reasons During the next six months only four short letters were received from him, giving news of his doings in a few, concise sentences, and ending with formal protestations of affection. The works of Guy de Maupassant, Vol. 5 Une Vie and Other Stories Then, back to the Club I came to write a short letter to Robert, and to jot down a few happenings for my own benefit later. The Chauffeur and the Chaperon Supposing that Roger Willoughby was still in England, he wrote a short letter to him to be forwarded by post, entreating that he would communicate with Mr Kempson and get him to exert his influence. Roger Willoughby A Story of the Times of Benbow Uncle Johnson wrote a very short letter, saying that I had better write to my Uncle Frederick. Brownsmith's Boy A Romance in a Garden I'm no good at writing letters—can't write as well as I could when I was twenty, so don't mind my short letter, but if I could see you! The Eagle's Heart She took a long time to write a short letter to Mrs Seaton, in Scotland. Christie Redfern's Troubles But now attend, best and dearest of brothers, to my answer to what you wrote in this same short letter in such a very business-like way. The Letters of Cicero, Volume 1 The Whole Extant Correspodence in Chronological Order Then there is another fact that I would have you notice, and that is that more than twenty times in this short letter that great name is applied to Jesus, 'the Lord.' Expositions of Holy Scripture Second Corinthians, Galatians, and Philippians Chapters I to End. Colossians, Thessalonians, and First Timothy. Excuse this short letter, and, with kind regards, believe us, our dear Pledge, your affectionate young friends, B. Richardson, G. Heathcote, A.D. Follow My leader The Boys of Templeton Little Bela no longer sent meaningless scrawls to his father, but wrote short letters in a round, clear hand, and even added verses on his father's birthday. Manasseh A Romance of Transylvania It was a very short letter, scarcely more than a line or two; but Effie was to keep it safe to show to Christie when she came home. Christie Redfern's Troubles I never got farther than one short letter and a picture post card, though. For the Sake of the School Sir Gervaise, with the prompitude of a man of business, turned to the table where the vicar had written notes to the medical men, and dictated a short letter to his secretary. The Two Admirals After a little thought she began to write, and when she had finished what seemed to be an extremely short letter, she slipped it into the envelope with a smile of malicious satisfaction. Grace Harlowe's Third Year at Overton College I must write a short letter before going to bed, Grace dear. Marion's Faith. He learned from Wilber, however, in a short letter that things were going much the same as ever. Wayside Courtships The latter was busy in his room at that hour: he wrote a short letter which took him a long time. The Tragic Muse Jessie had gone to her own room to write a short letter to her mother. Warrior Gap A Story of the Sioux Outbreak of '68. I am sure you will forgive my writing a very short letter to-day, but I am so harassed and occupied with business that I cannot find time to write letters. The Letters of Queen Victoria : A Selection from Her Majesty's Correspondence between the Years 1837 and 1861 Volume 1, 1837-1843 It is with regret I search for, and can not find, in your not very short letter, any declaration or intimation that you entertain any desire for the preservation of the Federal Union. The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government In one of his short letters Keith had told her that, of all things, it was necessary that the lad should speak French with perfect fluency, and master as much German as possible. With Frederick the Great A Story of the Seven Years' War We often write to one another—just short letters. Happy Pollyooly The Rich Little Poor Girl I meant this to be quite a short letter, but after all it is a long one! The Golden Silence Word came now and then of Wayne Shandon, sometimes by infrequent and unsatisfactory short letters from him, more often in elaborately embroidered rumour from men making long trips across the country. The Short Cut The general sat holding in his hand a short letter, in cipher. A Dream of Empire Or, The House of Blennerhassett "I will write a short letter, which you can inclose in your own despatch." With Frederick the Great A Story of the Seven Years' War Trembling with uneasiness and curiosity, she gazed intently at the old man while he glanced through the short letter, making a strong effort to conceal the annoyance given him by the few lines. A Cardinal Sin And he knew that Ben Halim must have finished the short letter at least sixty seconds before he chose to look up from the paper. The Golden Silence I therefore send you a short letter, pointing out the evil, and disassociating it as far as possible from the indiscretions of Lea. Gilbert Keith Chesterton A short letter of compliments to the Emperor, and earnest desire for the preservation of peace. The Letters of Cassiodorus Being A Condensed Translation Of The Variae Epistolae Of Magnus Aurelius Cassiodorus Senator It was a short letter, and it had no signature; but it made an impression on Ruthven Smith. The Second Latchkey He likewise cites twelve out of the thirteen Epistles of St Paul, the exception being the short letter to Philemon. Essays on the work entitled "Supernatural Religion" She crossed to the desk and sat down in Rand's chair while she wrote out the check and a short letter of authorization, then she returned to her own seat. Murder in the Gunroom Dearest Mutter, I have only time for a short letter to say that the cold weather is over and that I continue to improve, not very fast, but still very sensibly. Letters from Egypt It was a short letter, but plain; and it left no hope. The Last Spike And Other Railroad Stories On the evening of the third day, however—that, in fact, following Gascoigne's visit to the Mairie—she had a short letter from Lincoln's Inn. The Thin Red Line; and Blue Blood It was a short letter, but, ah, the blessed relief of knowing he was well and happy! The Dreamer A Romantic Rendering of the Life-Story of Edgar Allan Poe The following day she received through the woman Delaitre, a short letter from the honest "Captain"—the man who had saved Mme. The House of the Combrays He accompanied them outside, though, a few moments later, he excused himself, saying that he had to go to the nearest drugstore to write a short letter and post it. The Submarine Boys' Lightning Cruise The Young Kings of the Deep I am naturally very anxious," he tells Ball, "therefore you must forgive my short letter. The Life of Nelson, Volume 2 The Embodiment of the Sea Power of Great Britain The following short letter, written the following day, is too peculiarly characteristic, and impressive, to admit of any curtailment. The Life of the Right Honourable Horatio Lord Viscount Nelson, Volume 2 Sir, I wrote you a short letter on the 29th of September, acknowledging the receipt of yours of August the 24th, from Algiers, and promising that you should hear further from me soon. Memoir, Correspondence, And Miscellanies, From The Papers Of Thomas Jefferson, Volume 1 Copies of these short letters are not known to be extant in any manuscript either Greek or Latin. The Ancient Church Its History, Doctrine, Worship, and Constitution I am diverted with your threats that I shall have short letters, because you are plagued with Northumberland disputes. George Selwyn: His Letters and His Life My dear H——, This will be but a short letter, the first short one you will have received from me since we parted. Records of a Girlhood The same post had brought her a short letter from Ronnie, written immediately on his arrival at Leipzig, evidently before receiving hers. The Upas Tree A Christmas Story for all the Year Will you draw and sign a short letter for that purpose? Memoir, Correspondence, And Miscellanies, From The Papers Of Thomas Jefferson, Volume 1 He showed me a short letter which he had written accepting the charge; and, shortly after, I rose to go. Memoirs of Arthur Hamilton, B. A. Of Trinity College, Cambridge Extracted From His Letters And Diaries, With Reminiscences Of His Conversation By His Friend Christopher Carr Of The Same College When they reached Eastborough Centre, Quincy went at once to the post office; there he found a short letter from Leopold Ernst. Quincy Adams Sawyer and Mason's Corner Folks A Picture of New England Home Life It was a very short letter; but it was very sweet to me. Oddsfish! So, at intervals, they wondered a little about Harry's peculiar movement, and tried hard to find something definite below the surface words of his short letters. The Squire of Sandal-Side A Pastoral Romance I have been calculating: and it seems to me—now what I am going to say may take its place among the paradoxes,—that I gain most by the short letters. The Letters of Robert Browning and Elizabeth Barrett Barrett, Vol. 1 (of 2) 1845-1846 I had a short letter from Arthur telling me. Memoirs of Arthur Hamilton, B. A. Of Trinity College, Cambridge Extracted From His Letters And Diaries, With Reminiscences Of His Conversation By His Friend Christopher Carr Of The Same College Well, in the first place, after being almost extravagant in his devotion to my daughter, Doreen, he now neglects her outrageously—comes down very seldom, writes short letters or none. The Wharf by the Docks A Novel He wrote a short letter, however, to the master with whom Jemmy intended to become a pupil, stating that "he was an honest boy, the son of legitimate parents, and worthy of consideration." The Poor Scholar Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of William Carleton, Volume Three It was to Harry Sandal,—a very short letter, but destined to cause nearly six years of lonely, wretched wandering and anxious sorrow. The Squire of Sandal-Side A Pastoral Romance He rose about ten o'clock, and after a light breakfast he sat down and wrote a short letter, cleverly disguising his own hand, and imitating the scrawly penmanship and bad spelling of an illiterate woman. In Friendship's Guise A short letter to-day, Beloved, because what goes with it is so long. An Englishwoman's Love-Letters It is quite true that he has neglected me a little lately, written short letters, and not been down to see me so often. The Wharf by the Docks A Novel For instance, the following is given as a type of "very short letter, well placed": Mr. Richard T. Green, Employment Department, Travellers' Insurance Co., Love Conquers All It was a stupid, short letter, in which he declared that he was very busy and that his head ached. The Claverings The reasons for the delay in sending it were assigned in a short letter to the same gentleman. The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 03 (of 12) It had been hardly wise to expect it under the circumstances, the girl assured herself later, and at any rate it was kind in her aunt to answer her own short letter so soon. A Country Doctor and Selected Stories and Sketches Three days later and there came another short letter from her mother, written on shipboard and sent off at Queenstown. Bessie's Fortune A Novel Another short letter Gregory wrote to the King of Poland. The Empire of Russia He wrote a short letter with his own hand and sent it to post. The Quest of the Silver Fleece A Novel Do give my Respect to Mrs Stills & Perticular to Miss Julia Kelly, I supose she is still with you yet, I am in great hast you must excuse my short letter. The Underground Railroad A Record of Facts, Authentic Narratives, Letters, &c., Narrating the Hardships, Hair-Breadth Escapes and Death Struggles of the Slaves in Their Efforts for Freedom, As Related by Themselves and Others, or Witnessed by the Author. It was a short letter, and, as it happened was not written by Mr. Danesfield at all. The Palace Beautiful A Story for Girls "I will," said Lord Newhaven, and he wrote a short letter in his small, upright hand, closed the envelope, addressed and stamped it, and sauntered out through the low-arched door into the garden. Red Pottage And this, though a short letter, contains nearly forty clear allusions to books of the New Testament; which is strong evidence of the respect which Christians of that age bore for these books. Evidence of Christianity It was a short letter, and he read it through twice. Veronica And Other Friends Two Stories For Children He went back to his hotel and wrote a short letter which he signed with a fictitious name. Gunsight Pass How Oil Came to the Cattle Country and Brought a New West The thing that made the receipt of his letters particularly pleasurable was the circumstance that he expected in return only one very short letter every week. The German Classics of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries, Volume 12 Yet what was I to think in face of those undated documents, and of her own short letter to her husband? The Doctor's Dilemma To begin with, we had one short letter from my son, stating that he could not come home but you would tell us how he was getting on. Carmen's Messenger Mr. Percival selected a short letter, written by some public man, which chanced to have found a place in the evening journal. Making His Way Frank Courtney's Struggle Upward I shall end this with a short letter I wrote the other day to a very witty man, over-run with the fault I am now speaking of. The Young Gentleman and Lady's Monitor, and English Teacher's Assistant He sat down and wrote a short letter and sealed it up. Clementina Instead of having reason to complain of short letters, you will, I fear, find mine only too prolix. The Backwoods of Canada Being Letters From The Wife of an Emigrant Officer, Illustrative of the Domestic Economy of British America On June 26 Bishop Salazar writes a short letter, regarding some points outside of Sanchez's commission. The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898 — Volume 06 of 55 1583-1588 Explorations by Early Navigators, Descriptions of the Islands and Their Peoples, Their History and Records of the Catholic Missions, as Related in Contemporaneous Books and Manuscripts, Showing the Political, Economic, Commercial and Religious Conditions of Those Islands from Their Earliest Relations with European Nations to the Close of the Nineteenth Century He wrote short letters enclosing cheques; but he never said that he missed her, that he longed to see her again, that she must come out to him, or that he must go to her. Twenty-One Days in India; and, the Teapot Series Forgive, my dear, this tedious scribble; I cannot for my life write short letters to those I love. Pamela, Volume II He went away on a tramp sketching-tour and wrote his ladylove just one short letter each month. Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great - Volume 01 Little Journeys to the Homes of Good Men and Great The phrases too of that short letter—those few lines—the last she had ever received from George, written two days before the battle, which had reached her in Westmorland before her departure. Missing In a personal point of view this short letter is pregnant with interest and suggestion. Abraham Lincoln, Volume I Marguerite wrote him two short letters which were perfect, save that he always regarded her handwriting as a little too clerical, too like her father's. The Roll-Call In earnest, I was so frightened with your short letter as you cannot imagine, and as much troubled at the cause on't. The Love Letters of Dorothy Osborne to Sir William Temple, 1652-54 Geake went into the house and wrote a short letter to the bankers. The Delectable Duchy No, it is already somewhat obsolete: it shall go, and another short letter shall be the other half of it—so, good night! Letters of Horace Walpole — Volume II It was eight this morning before I was in bed; and considering that, this is no very short letter. Letters of Horace Walpole — Volume I She still wrote occasional short letters, and enjoyed nothing so much as those she received, especially from young correspondents. The Grimké Sisters Sarah and Angelina Grimké: the First American Women Advocates of Abolition and Woman's Rights I shall be even with you for your short letter. The Love Letters of Dorothy Osborne to Sir William Temple, 1652-54 Such a very short letter!" he said of it, and continued: "Yet it was more welcome than you can guess. The Brown Study It ran as follows:— My dear daughter, Lucy, Only a short letter this time. My Brilliant Career Thus he may know for a certainty, that a is a short letter, and b a long one; the former a vowel, the latter a consonant: and so of others. The Grammar of English Grammars Still her lively interest in every one about her showed no diminution, and she still wrote, as strength permitted, short letters to old friends. The Grimké Sisters Sarah and Angelina Grimké: the First American Women Advocates of Abolition and Woman's Rights I wonder with what confidence you can complain of my short letters that are so guilty yourself in the same kind. The Love Letters of Dorothy Osborne to Sir William Temple, 1652-54 "He has sent short letters," said she, "because he did not want to trouble me with long ones at this time." The Second Generation I suppose you will call this a short letter, but I think it is as long as is good for you. The Life and Letters of Elizabeth Prentiss If you had received these two short letters you could not want an invitation to a place where every one considers himself as infinitely honoured and pleased by your presence. English Men of Letters: Crabbe Matilde read the short letter many times over, and her hands trembled when she at last folded it and returned it to its envelope. Taquisara This will be only a short letter—more to keep my promise to you than because I feel in the mood to write. A Hilltop on the Marne Being Letters Written June 3-September 8, 1914 Revd. and dear Sir,—Without waiting for an answer to my last, which I despatched some ten days since, I shall take the liberty of again troubling you with a short letter. Letters of George Borrow to the British and Foreign Bible Society Three or four short letters had overtaken him in his wanderings—letters as cordial, to all appearance, if not as voluminous, as the punctual missives of an earlier time. Confidence "Oh no;—and it is but a short letter too." Emma Yes, except as to his writing her such short letters. Mansfield Park Do this, I beseech you, and write him a short letter to ease his mind at once. George Sand, some aspects of her life and writings The aged Apostle wrote this short letter to this lady, who was a person of rank, hence he did not scruple to give to her the title of honor. The Woman's Bible It was a very short letter, but as he read Barnabas frowned blacker than ever. The Amateur Gentleman Most worthy and dear Master, I have already sent you my thanks in the short letter, for then I had only read your brief note. Albert Durer She went back to her room, finished her dressing mechanically, wrote a short letter, blotting it with tears, and then went tottering down-stairs. The Coryston Family A Novel Then Aunt Lavvy's short letter that told you of his death. Mary Olivier: a Life The more I read of your two last volumes, the more I feel it necessary to make my acknowledgm'ts for them in more than one short letter. The Works of Charles and Mary Lamb — Volume 5 The Letters of Charles and Mary Lamb, 1796-1820 They were written in a period when nobody wrote short letters," answered Mr. Goodge sententiously,—"the period of Bath post and dear postage. Birds of Prey I have written to you short letters from Athens, Smyrna, and a long one from Albania. The Works of Lord Byron: Letters and Journals. Vol. 1 At length her attention was arrested by one statement in that short letter which had hitherto escaped her notice. The Living Link I have not heard about you since Tom left, except that he wrote me a short letter from Bridger saying that you had passed the winter up among the mountains by the Big Wind River. In the Heart of the Rockies At present short letters suit my state of mind best. The Works of Charles and Mary Lamb — Volume 5 The Letters of Charles and Mary Lamb, 1796-1820 Of course our captain sent in his official report by her, and I seized a moment to write a short letter to Grace, which was so worded as to be addressed to the whole family. Afloat and Ashore A Sea Tale Excuse the short letter, for I am not able to say more. The Life of John Clare Of three short letters, in which Mr. Hope-Scott had told Dr. Newman of each sorrow as it came, I transcribe the last:— J. R. Hope-Scott, Esq., Memoirs of James Robert Hope-Scott, Volume 2 Cardinal Albert, however, gave the answer demanded by Luther, in a short letter of December 21. Life of Luther Jacqueline replied with a short letter filled with restrained emotion: she expressed a hope that Christophe would be interested in Georges and help him in his life. Jean-Christophe Journey's End Mr. Oldfield, of all people in the world, received a short letter from Bella Bruce. A Terrible Temptation A Story of To-Day He had, in compliance to his wishes, written but a short letter of acknowledgment of the restitution of the estate, but he now expressed the deep feeling of gratitude that he entertained. When London Burned : a Story of Restoration Times and the Great Fire A few days after his death I wrote to mother; it was a short letter, and the first I have sent since I wrote to tell her that I was married. Fan : the story of a young girl's life The next mail brought a short letter for Florence from her sister. Further Adventures of Quincy Adams Sawyer and Mason Corner Folks The half size letterhead should be used for very short letters. Business Correspondence It was a short letter compared to her mother's, but it was in the handwriting she loved best on earth. Light O' the Morning Assuredly, we should have first ridden to London, father, but we each found in the bottom of our boxes a short letter which we had at first overlooked. A March on London You shall excuse a short letter, for my hand is unsteady. The Works of Charles and Mary Lamb — Volume 6 Letters 1821-1842 On the following day the king sent him another short letter. The History of England from the First Invasion by the Romans to the Accession of King George the Fifth Volume 8 Long letters he may read, short letters he is sure to glance through, but a post card he is certain to read. Business Correspondence To this note Mrs. Wilson, bitterly regretting the necessity which compelled her to forego the pleasure of meeting her paragon, wrote in reply a short letter, disliking the formality of a note. Precaution Both at once sat down and wrote a short letter. A March on London These short letters shew the regard which Dr. Johnson entertained for Mr. Malone, who the more he is known is the more highly valued. Life of Johnson, Volume 4 1780-1784 Why do you write such short letters to me? Miss Prudence A Story of Two Girls' Lives. Dear Wordsworth,—The more I read of your two last volumes, the more I feel it necessary to make my acknowledgments for them in more than one short letter. The Best Letters of Charles Lamb One feature of this short letter deserves mention; the writer quotes from one of the old apocryphal books, the Book of Enoch, treating it as Scripture. Who Wrote the Bible? : a Book for the People So Mollie wrote a short letter to her brother, enclosing the group which had worked the magic charm for herself that afternoon. The Happy Adventurers I find that I can send another short letter before leaving for the volcano. The Hawaiian Archipelago And then the short letter was twice read aloud and every sentence discussed. Miss Prudence A Story of Two Girls' Lives. At present, short letters suit my state of mind best. The Best Letters of Charles Lamb With these impressions again throbbing at his heart, he began a short letter to her, which he felt must crush that heart forever. Thaddeus of Warsaw It was the short letter Judge Merlin had hastily penned on the eve of his journey to Washington. Self-Raised Or, From the Depths The short letter was the bitter outcry of a selfish woman who forgot her children's suffering in her own, for it bore its sad message abruptly and with no word to soften the blow. Half a Dozen Girls "You write very short letters to me, nowadays." Miss Prudence A Story of Two Girls' Lives. Just now a wave of perfume floated up To greet my senses as I broke the seal Of her short letter; and I still can feel It stir me as a saint the holy cup. A Lover's Diary, Complete It was her neatly typed manuscript and a short letter declining her story. The Perils of Pauline It was a short letter, and one quickly read; and very soon they were out on the piazza again. Dawn The short letter was characteristic and was, after all, what the girl had expected, neither more nor less. The Heart of Rome I was glad to receive your short letter. Successful Exploration Through the Interior of Australia Both were too busy for lengthy correspondence, and only wrote short letters occasionally, just to assure each other the friendship held firm, and absence made no real difference. Winding Paths All you need do is to submit it with a short letter, offering it on the usual royalty basis, and enclose stamps for return, if it is not available. Writing for Vaudeville If the visit has been more than two days in length, a guest should write to the hostess a short letter, telling of his pleasant visit and safe journey home. The Book of Good Manners; a Guide to Polite Usage for All Social Functions She could find nothing except the short letter from Sabina's mother to which reference has been made, and she read it over several times. The Heart of Rome I had a short letter from him on Wednesday morning. The Old Wives' Tale When he had gone, Caleb, who, it would seem, also had things which needed attention and felt that time pressed, took pen and wrote a short letter. Pearl-Maiden This is only a short letter, but I hope you will answer it soon. What Katy Did at School If the visit has been more than two days, the guest should write a short letter to the hostess, telling of the pleasure the visit gave them and their safe journey home. The Book of Good Manners; a Guide to Polite Usage for All Social Functions Had there been a word of weakness in the short letter she might have founded upon it some hope. The American Senator All I know was contained in a short letter from the authorities of the hospital, saying he had been taken there and died. The House Boat Boys I am now alone, having reserved this evening to answer your long, and Agnes's short letter; but in this single one to both, for I have not matter enough for a separate maintenance. The Letters of Horace Walpole, Earl of Orford — Volume 4 I shall write you a very short letter, for I don't know what business we have to be corresponding when we might be together. The Letters of Horace Walpole, Earl of Orford — Volume 1 After lunch she wrote a short letter, and herself took it to the post. The Crown of Life Write me a short letter every month—every two months, just that I may know you are enjoying your life. Born in Exile I was only thinking I'd never seen such short letters from women. Tales of Men and Ghosts Don't make Me excuses, then, for short letters; nor trouble yourself a moment to lengthen them. The Letters of Horace Walpole, Earl of Orford — Volume 4 I write you this short letter, rather than be taxed with negligence on such an event; though, YOU perceive, I know nothing but what you will se in the printed papers. The Letters of Horace Walpole, Earl of Orford — Volume 1 She pulled the sheets of note paper towards her and wrote a short letter, directing the envelope to Sheldon Corthell, The Fine Arts Building, Michigan Avenue. The Pit She answered him at once in a short letter which he might have shown to anyone, so calm were its expressions of interest, so uncompromising its words of congratulation. Born in Exile To make this clear to Deering became an overwhelming need, and in a last short letter she explicitly freed him from whatever sentimental obligation its predecessors might have seemed to impose. Tales of Men and Ghosts I asked, when he prepared to conclude this short letter. My Young Alcides This is a short letter, I perceive; but I know nothing more; and the Carlisle part of it will make you wear, your beaver more erect than I believe you have of late. The Letters of Horace Walpole, Earl of Orford — Volume 1 On the second morning after that, he interrupted his work to sit down and pen a short letter. The Emancipated So he sat down and wrote a short letter which seemed to him a model of dignified expression. Born in Exile Nancy had written to her father, a short letter but affectionate, begging him to let her know whether the improvement in his health, of which he had spoken before she left home, still continued. In the Year of Jubilee He found a short letter, and a printed slip which looked like a circular. Thyrza This is likely to be a very short letter; for I have nothing to tell you, nor any thing to answer. The Letters of Horace Walpole, Earl of Orford — Volume 1 Engrossed by these companions, he no longer found time to commune with her, and when occasionally he penned a short letter it was hurried, constrained, and unsatisfactory. Beulah From them he had stolen away, only acquainting Christian at the last moment, in a short letter, with his departure from London. Born in Exile Even in Tarrant's last short letter sounded a note of kindness, of truthfulness, incompatible, it seemed to her, with base cruelty. In the Year of Jubilee Which would you rather, a short letter every week, or a long one every fortnight? The Journal to Stella I will not spin myself any longer; it is better to make a short letter. The Letters of Horace Walpole, Earl of Orford — Volume 1 With this view she proposed a conference, pretending that it was impossible to convey all her reflections upon this subject in a series of short letters; and Godfrey undertook to bail him for the day. The Adventures of Peregrine Pickle Suppose I write him a short letter, just expressing my regret for having been led away'— 'Needless, needless,' laughed the journalist. Born in Exile He was in London; 'Great College Street, S. W.' A short letter, soon read. In the Year of Jubilee I dined to-day at Kensington, with Addison, Steele, etc., came home, and writ a short letter to the Archbishop of Dublin, to let him know the Queen has granted the thing, etc. The Journal to Stella Adieu! though I write in defiance of having nothing to say, yet you see I can't go a great way in this obstinacy; but you will bear a short letter rather than none. The Letters of Horace Walpole, Earl of Orford — Volume 1 Then she sat down and begged me to wait until she wrote you a short letter. Prince Eugene and His Times At New York, Tom wrote a short letter to announce his safe arrival, and then pushed on by railway into Indiana. The Trial "What do you expect," she asked, quite simply, "when I've only had one short letter from you all the time I've been away." Who Cares? a story of adolescence Then his sister wrote him a very short letter. The Duke's Children He wrote only short letters, and over them he struggled. The Captives My letters—for now there is no need for you to write—will have shown you how pleased I am, or rather the short letter will which I wrote long ago. Letters of the Younger Pliny, First Series — Volume 1 She, on the other hand, complained of his dissipation, the society he kept, and his short letters. Women in the Life of Balzac Then he dictated a short letter to me as to shipping wine from Spain, and when it was sanded, read it carefully. The Virgin of the Sun In one of his short letters he had said, "Thank God, your little fortune is untouched." The Golden House She went in and tore it up, and then began to write—a very short letter, whose gist was "Come and save me." Where Angels Fear to Tread But then it was only a short letter, anyhow. Main-Travelled Roads So I wrote a short letter to his owner. Epistles from Pap: Letters from the man known as 'The Will Rogers of Indiana' Did you receive a short letter from me dated the 13th of July? The Writings of Abraham Lincoln — Volume 6: 1862-1863 It is with regret I search, and cannot find, in your not very short letter, any declaration or intimation that you entertain any desire for the preservation of the Federal Union. The Writings of Abraham Lincoln — Volume 5: 1858-1862 A month passed; I wrote to her nearly every day, and I had short letters from her, telling me very little of herself. Villa Rubein, and other stories I showed him the few short letters I had received from her. Mauprat Removing the bulky "Assyrian Mythology," there, behind the volume, lay an envelope, containing a key, and a short letter. The Quest of the Sacred Slipper You must excuse this short letter, as I have no end more to send off by this day's post. Life and Letters of Charles Darwin — Volume 1 In their turn his hearers told him much that had never found place in the few and short letters he had received since he had been left in Oregon. To the Last Man First, by the light of a candle, he laboriously dug out a short letter to the Major—scalding it with tears. The Little Shepherd of Kingdom Come After a few minutes he went to a table on which he saw pen, ink, and paper, and wrote a short letter; then he rang the bell. Erewhon Revisited While saying these words, he had handed Bintrey’s very short letter to Obenreizer, who now read it and gave it back. No Thoroughfare The partners at Astoria forwarded by him a short letter to Mr. Astor, informing him of their safe arrival at the mouth of the Columbia, and that they had not yet heard of Mr. Hunt. Astoria, or, anecdotes of an enterprise beyond the Rocky Mountains |
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