little trinket by way of reminder, I beg you to accept it and
wear it for the sake of the giver. With love and best wishes.

Believe me ever, your sincere friend,
CAROLINE COLLINS.


_10.--Returning Thanks for the Present._

Louisville, July 6, 1894.

Dear Mrs. Collins:

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

Believe me, your most grateful,
BERTHA SMITH.


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

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

My Dear Everett: