may seem best
to make use of, such as promises to pay, which have not been met;
the inconvenience as well as injury and distrust caused by such
irregularities, etc.

LETTERS OF INTRODUCTION.

Be just and truthful, avoiding any stereotyped form in letters of
introduction. Never give a letter of introduction unless you have
entire confidence in the person to whom it is given; it may reflect
on your character or be used against you. Be very guarded that no
expressions may be construed into a letter of credit, thus making the
writer liable for payment. Use no unfounded statements or assertions,
over-estimating your friend, as these may prove untrue.

Willing to extend a favor to a friend by giving a letter of
introduction, do not be guilty of introducing him to any one in whom
he may not place confidence, as he might be a loser by such.

FORM OF A LETTER ORDERING GOODS.

128 Jackson Street,
RICHMOND, VA., May 24, 18--.

Messrs. JONES & SMITH,
867 Market St., Philadelphia.

_Gentlemen:_ Please ship me by Fast Freight as soon
as possible the following goods:

3 hhds. N. O. Molasses.
1 bbl. Granulated Sugar.
5 chests English Breakfast Tea.
2 sacks Mocha Coffee, wanted not ground.
5 boxes Colgate's Toilet Soap.

I will remit the amount of the invoice immediately
upon the receipt of the goods.
Yours respectfully,
JAMES C. ADAMS.

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ORDERING GOODS AND ENCLOSING PRICE.

RICHMOND, IND., Dec. 29, 18--.

Messrs. MARSHALL FIELD & Co.,
Chicago, Ill.

_Gentlemen:_ Please forward me by American Express at once
1 Lancaster Spread, $3.50
12 yds. Gingham, small check. (15c.) 1.80
3 doz. Napkins ($3.00), 9.00
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$14.30
For which I inclose P.O. Money order.

Hoping to receive the goods without delay, I am,

Respectfully,
WILLIAM L. MILLER.

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