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You recently read an article in a newspaper about your childhood friend with whom you have lost contact for a long time. Write a letter to the editor. In your letter: Say which edition and when did the article appear Explain why you lost contact with your friend Say how you want them to help you to get back in touch

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Dear Sir or Madam, I have read the Bangkok Post newspaper which
published
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 on 18th January 2024,
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 the topic of the artist of the town on page 11. It surprised me because the artist in the article (Tom Junior),
he
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was my best friend when we were young. We were
neighbors
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 and classmates.
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, I visited his family almost every weekend. Unfortunately, his father got a promotion in another city
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 his family had to move to a new location
where
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 is far from my house.
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 we were separated and I lost his phone number because my smartphone was stolen. After
that
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 I
can’t
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 contact him anymore. Until I found your article which presents his story in the newspaper. I am so excited when I think that I might get his contact and meet him again. I would deeply appreciate it if you could help me to get in touch with him again. I am looking forward to hearing from you and thank you for your time and assistance in advance.
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 sincerely, Tim

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complete response
Make sure to provide a clear and complete explanation of your request to the editor.
logical structure
Double-check the specific page and section details for accuracy.
greeting and closing
The introduction clearly states the purpose of the letter and the specific article in question.
suitable writing tone
The letter maintains a suitable formal tone throughout.
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