=Drill 95=
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Compare the oval of capital D with capital O. Do not neglect to make a
careful study of D, each part by itself, and the letter as a whole. Do
not drag the hand over the paper, but keep it well up in front of the
eyes, and drive it along firmly but lightly. It takes a little time,
energy, and enthusiastic practice to make a good business penman, but it
is encouraging to know that under the muscular movement plan there are
no failures when favorable conditions prevail. Practice capital D until
you can make forty-five fairly good letters to the minute. Count 1, 2,
3, for each letter.
In writing the word “Drumming” do not lift the pen from the beginning
stroke in small r to the ending stroke of small g. Regularity and
continuity of motion are very essential. Keep the pen on the paper. The
word should be practiced at a rate of nine to a minute.