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Discover great deals at Dan’s Hardware Store!

In order to thank our loyal customers for giving us years of business, Dan’s Hardware Store is inviting everyone to attend its yearly inventory clearance sale. From September 1 to 15, all merchandise will be _____(1). Take advantage of reduced prices of up to 80 percent off on everything from gardening supplies to outdoor equipment. _____(2).

In addition, customers who buy $500 or more worth of merchandise will _____(3) to receive a $50 coupon, redeemable until December 31. A limit of one coupon _____(4) transaction applies. For further information on the sale and directions to the store nearest you, visit our Web site at www.danshardware.com.

September 14, 2007

Australian Inland Revenue Service

121 Howard Lane

Canberra, ACT

Kelly Jones

113 George Street

Homebush, Sydney, NSW

Dear Ms. Jones:

According to our records, you could be eligible for a tax _____(1) for the last financial year. As a self-employed worker whose income last year was below the government's minimum level, you may be entitled to reimbursement to the tax that was automatically deducted from your earnings.

You will find an IRS standard annual tax form _____(2). Please fill this form out and send it to the address marked above. The Inland Revenue Service will neither accept nor process any claims returned after the due date of October 31.

_____(3) you lose this form or require another one for any reason, you can download it form our website at www.irs.govt.au. A glossary of terms used in the form is also available online. If you still require help in filling out the details, please contact our hotline at 0800-776-667.

Yours sincerely,

Jo Knight

Regional Director, Australian Inland Revenue Service

To: Angela Thornberry
From: Vincent Nakamura
Subject: Your laptop
Date: June 18

Dear Ms. Thornberry,

I am writing about the Trax 2700 laptop you dropped off at our store on June 15 because of problems with its screen. After sending it to our _____(1) for examination, we discovered that it contained a faulty component. At present, your laptop is being _____(2). As requested, we are also thoroughly testing the device to see if there are any other issues.

As this problem appears to have been entirely our fault, we will provide you with a $50 voucher to use at our retail store. _____(3), e-coupons for our Web site are also available. Just let us know which you'd prefer.

_____(4). If you have not received it by then, please call customer service.

Best wishes,

Vincent Nakamura
Customer Satisfaction Department

One of the joys of traveling abroad is taking the opportunity to try out different kinds of food. Travelers should always make a point of eating the local dishes. It is exciting to try out dishes made with unfamiliar ingredients and unusual _____(1)

Daring travelers can order _____(2) from the menu.

Or, they can look at the dishes that other patrons are eating and order one that looks appealing. A traveler who doesn't speak the local language well can order by pointing to the dishes he wishes to order. That is the easiest way to avoid a mix _____(3)

Finally, dessert should not be forgotten. A sweet treat at the end of the meal will complete the experience of enjoying foreign cooking.

Starting Up
A Foreword by Michael Lawman

Starting Up is Anne Schubert's first nonfiction publication, tracing the events in her life that led her to become a successful businessperson. Schubert reminds us through her compelling life story that creating a start-up company is not something that one can do without planning. -[1-. Sufficient time and hard work are both necessary to make one's own business profitable, and the process of how to do that is outlined in detail throughout this book.

Schubert discusses how even from a young age she had always thought herself something of an inventor. Trying to come up with original products that others would find useful in their daily lives gave her inspiration. -[2]-. She also had to overcome the multiple challenges that go along with promoting a new product and ultimately landed contracts to supply Venus Footwear and Constant Sports Equipment.

And it didn't take Schubert long to open a start-up company in Seattle called Swift World, which eventually led to her becoming CEO of Swift Enterprises International. Now with over 280 shoe stores across six different countries, we learn in the book how Schubert came from nearly nothing and developed Swift Enterprises into one of the nation's most lucrative retailers. -[3]-.

Not only is Starting Up incredibly insightful and educational for entrepreneurs, but it is an entertaining read with lots of personal stories about the highly competitive world of product development and retail. I've been fortunate enough to be Schubert's professional peer for many years and have benefitted a lot from her insight and intuition. -[4]-. Now, with Starting Up, you too can have a look inside Schubert's world of start-up success.

Green Forest ... we care about your lawn

Green Forest specializes in friendly service at an affordable rate. Our services include basic lawn mowing, custom landscaping, garden design, and general maintenance. Here are just a few of the jobs we can do for you:

. Monthly mowing: Organize someone from Green Forest to mow your lawn once a month.
. Custom Landscapes: For anyone who needs a little help designing their dream landscape. Our professional staff can help you choose which flowers and trees to buy, and where to plant them.
. Garden Design: For experienced gardeners who want to learn more about the science of creating a successful garden.
. General Maintenance: For people who already have a garden, or landscape design, but who need a little help maintaining it.

Green Forest is a small family-run business with over fifteen years of experience. In addition to providing great service, Green Forest also uses only the best tools, so you can be sure that your lawn is in safe hands with us. Call today and receive a free lawn care consultation.

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Shopping for Free?

Virtual Mall is the creation of programmer Pat Gustin, who launched the free mobile game just nine months ago. To date, more than 300 thousand people have downloaded the application, of which roughly 60 percent are active at any given time. Such numbers are very appealing for companies who advertise through mobile applications.

"The idea of the game is simple," says Gustin. "People rent spaces in a virtual shopping mall and select products to sell from a catalog we provide." -[1]-. He explained that if the virtual vendors are able to manage their stores correctly, they make a profit in virtual money. -[2]-.

The game offers a level of detail and customization that is appreciated by users. It has even proven to be popular among women, a difficult target to reach in the world of mobile gaming. -[3]-.

Gustin says he is also working on another game called Virtual Farm, to which he will apply the same concepts but in an agricultural setting. -[4]-. He hopes to launch the game by early next year.

Those interested in learning more about Virtual Mall are encouraged to download the application for free. For details about Gustin's other games, go to www.virtualgamesco.com.

Office supply inventory form

On the last day of each month, all employees are responsible for taking an inventory of the remaining supplies in their area. These inventories will be used to make purchases of supplies for the coming month. In the list below, please indicate how many of each you have remaining in your area:

Tyler Remington, President of Tyler Remington Inc., announced that the company would be hosting its fifth annual TR Programming Exhibition in July. The event is held every year to give professional computer programmers a chance to test new software developed by TR Inc. The event is also a means for the company to consult with some of the world's most talented programmers about technology trends.

The event attracts programmers from around the world, and most of the individuals who attend are self-employed, or own their own web design and consulting company. Since the exhibition began five years ago, it has become known as the single most important programming event of the year. In the past, it has been hosted in Seattle, Sydney, Berlin, and Moscow. This year's event is scheduled to take place in Hyderabad, India, as it is rapidly becoming the technology capital of the world.

To register, simply fill out the online form which can be downloaded from the company's website at www.trindustries.com. Or, you can request a paper application by calling 1-800-265-8795. A registration fee of $195 must also be paid by June 25 with the application. Only credit card payments are accepted.

Centennial Electronics Distribution
438 Swinn Avenue
Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Phone: 1.888.566.8431
Fax: 482.566.8437
www.centennial.com

May 3, 2006
Mr. Bryan Redding
CEO
Karnes Electrical Outlets, Inc.
4877 Firefly Circle
Honolulu, Hawaii

Dear Mr. Redding:

I would like to thank you for inviting me to participate in your annual charity ball on July 15. It will be a pleasure and a privilege to attend the event. Karnes has garnered quite a reputation within the industry and the nation for being a charitable organization. We at Centennial, feel that giving back to the community is the key to our success.

If you have no objections, I will be accompanied by Centennial's vice-president of our foundation, Sydney Price. She is responsible for keeping our company involved in a number of service organizations and for creating a support system for our own foundation, which provides electronic equipment to schools with minimal funding around the US. We are both looking forward to meeting you on July 15. Our executive assistant will be contacting you regarding our travel plans and making arrangements with you for a personal meeting regarding our new product lines.

Thank you

Janice Kensington
Vice-president of Marketing

There May be Hope for Small Regional Retailers After All!
By Doris Bentley

In the highly competitive world of retail sales, it's difficult for inexperienced entrepreneurs to turn a profit when the cost of renting a store or shop is so high. But regional retailers don't need to look any further now than the Bradford Retail Cooperative building, opening on March 1. -[1]-.

The cooperative is located in the building formerly occupied by the Mega-B-Mart superstore on the outskirts of Bradford City. In partnership with the city government, Phoenix-Star Properties has updated the structure and renovated it to house 160 small retail booths. Director of Phoenix-Star, Brenda Nixon, said, "the old structure was an eyesore ever since the store it once held went bankrupt. -[2]-. Through a very small investment, we have been able to revitalize the building into a location that is not only useful to the community but will help improve local economic conditions as well."

Phoenix-Star Properties provided half the funds for the structural changes, and the rest came from the city development budget, which is funded by local taxes. -[3]-. "We are really excited about the opening! And given Phoenix-Star's incredible success doing similar projects with other abandoned buildings in locations across the country, I am sure we will experience the same popularity here," said city government spokesperson, Beatrice Guzman.

The retail units will be available for rent to artisans, craftsmen, and private businesses owners from the region. With rental rates starting at as low as $500 per month, Phoenix-Star has confirmed that 90 percent of the spaces have already been filled. It seems clear that the Bradford Retail Cooperative building is already popular with local entrepreneurs. -[4]-.

To: Global Freight Inc.
From: Core Hosting Co.
Date: March 10
Subject: Domain Renewal.

This is reminder that your domain, www.globalfreight.com, will expire on March 30. Please renew it before the expiration date, so you do not lose our exclusive right to the domain name. For your convenience, our online renewal form is available at your fingertips. Just click here to access the form.
There are three options to choose from one, two or five years. The charge is $50, $80 and $200, respectively. We provide payment installment plans for business clients. If you want to cancel your domain, please fill out and submit an online form. A charge of $20 will be added if you wish to change your domain.

Thank you for your business.

Henry Brook,
Core Hosting Co.

Clarendon Hotels and Resorts - Franchise Development

Clarendon is focused on moving forward. We keep our brand consistent and strong by managing a standard of quality product and service that is second to none, making Clarendon a name that customers can trust. Our expansion strategy covers all of the key areas of support for a successful hotel business. We take our relationships with franchisees seriously and offer lucrative financial packages.

Summary of Fees
INITIAL FEE: $75,000 (USD)
ROYALTY FEE: 5% of Gross Room Revenue annually
MARKETING CONTRIBUTION: 2% of Gross Room Revenue annually

This applies to the U.S. and Canada only. The information provided here is a summary and does not include all fees and costs. For complete information about fees, services, and licensing requirements, please request a copy of the Clarendon Franchise Information Package from our head offices in Philadelphia.

Majestic Porcelain
312 Franklin St, Georgetown, DE 19947
Tel: 555-6973 / www.majestic.com

Order No. 209154-68 Date: April 24
Deliver to: Lorraine Plummer
Customer type: ☑ New ☐ Existing
Address: 31 Longhurst Road, Crawley, UK, RH11 9SW
Telephone: 5555-7521
E-mail: l.plummer@britmail.com

Note: You will receive a tracking number from our shipping provider once your order has left the warehouse. Expect delivery 5 to 7 days after the shipping date.

To: Lorraine Plummer
From: Joel Nesbitt
Subject: Re: Order no. 209154-68
Date: May 5
Attachment: Prepaid return shipping label

Dear Ms. Plummer,

I apologize for your recent experience. We always do our best to ensure that every item we ship is received in good condition by wrapping each piece separately in impact-resistant packaging. However, damage can still sometimes occur, particularly when items are sent overseas.

The problem is, as indicated on our Web site, that our shipping provider does not offer insurance, so they don't cover the cost of items damaged during delivery. However, we will compensate you at our expense. Just mail the damaged item (item number LV-98201) back to us, and we will issue you a full refund. We have attached a prepaid return shipping label for your convenience. Thank you, and we hope that you will continue to do business with us in the future.

Sincerely,

Joel Nesbitt
Majestic Porcelain

To: Joel Nesbitt
From: Randall Howe
Subject: Shipping providers
Date: May 25

Dear Mr. Nesbitt,

You asked me to look up alternatives to our current shipping provider, PK Logistics. Below is a table I've put together of different providers. We want to avoid experiencing the sort of loss we had with Order no. 209154-68, so I think we should go with one that can ensure us that won't happen. It would also be good if the new provider can promise the same delivery time. Please check the table below, and let me know when you are free to discuss it.

Thank you.

Randall Howe