At 01:09 PM 3/16/99 -0800, you wrote:
> Hi Tom:
>
> I am applying to [...] and I was wondering if you
> could act as a reference for me. [...]

Dear Fred: 

I shall be most proud to act as a reference for you as you are
considered for [...].  I am familiar with your work and even before we
met, I knew of your reputation in the field.  Your contributions have
been extremely important and also groundbreaking.  You have been quite
modest, and not entirely aware of the significance of your important
contributions. 

You can count on me to be a most positive advocate of your candidacy for
this important position.  Please feel free to list me as your most
enthusiatic reference for this position or any others that you may be
considering.  It will be my honor and privilege to endorse such a unique
and gifted scholar as yourself. 

Best Personal Regards,
Tom

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