LEAVE ON ACCOUNT OF DEATH

The manager,

Burmah-shell Oil company,

Lahore.

Dear Sir,

I am very sorry to say that my mother died last night necesitating my going home to Nurpur. In the circumstances it will not be possible for me to come to office for a week. Trusting that you would excuse me for my absence and the consequent inconvenience.

Yours Faithfully,

Rehmat Ali.

(Ticket No. 98765)