Dear Ms. Sawyer,
     Kretchmer's Appliance Store has placed an order with us for s 120 worth of merchandise and listed you as a credit reference.
     We would appreciate your sending us information regarding Kretchmer's credit rating. We would especially like to know how long the owner has had an account with you and whether or not any of his debts are past due. We will, of course keep any information we receive in the strictest confidence.
     A reply envelope is enclosed for your convenience.