A Note Asking for Business Leave

A Note Asking for Business Leave
　　
Jan. 10, 1990
Mr. Smith
Headmaster
　　
Dear Sir,
　　
I'm applying for one week's leave of absence from the 11th to the 17th, in order to return home to see my father, who is now dangerously ill.
　　
I should be very much obliged if you grant me my application.
　　
Yours respectfully,
　　
Foster