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.

Correct spelling may not be general, but it is certainly
desirable.

Letter writing, as in the preparation of other papers, has its own
well-recognized forms, and these may be easily learned.

Every properly constructed business letter should consist of the
following parts:

1. Where written from.
2. When written.
3. To whom written.
4. Address.
5. Salutation.
6. Introduction.
7. Purpose of letter.
8. Complimentary ending.
9. Signature.

THE HEADING

The letter should begin by giving the address of the writer,
followed by the date on which it was written. This will enable the
recipient to direct his reply.

If from a city, the street and number should be given.