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+\texttt{newlfm} is a letter class. It allows the user to author letters. It is
+designed to improve on the default \LaTeX\ \texttt{letter} class in several ways.
+
+More flexible placement of information is allowed. It allows flexible
+positioning of address blocks (date, from-block, to-block, signature). They may
+be flush right, flush left or centered. Each may be positioned separately.
+Commands are included to modify the spacing between blocks.
+
+Using the \texttt{fancyhdr} and \texttt{geometry} styles, \texttt{newlfm}
+allows the inclusion of letterhead-style information. The user encases the
+object to be placed in the form in a box, and then supplies it to
+\texttt{newlfm}. \texttt{newlfm} then determines the appropriate margins.
+\LaTeX tools for image management may be used (\texttt{graphics}).
+Additionally, the user may include these boxes containing letterhead
+information, but not print them; this allows precise placement on
+pre-printed letterhead stationary.
+
+Memos may be printed using the same tools as letters. Thus, addresses (if
+requested) may be printed on the memo in the same manner as addresses are
+printed on letters. Several versions of the memo header are supported.
+
+\texttt{newlfm} uses an address book. The address book allows the user
+to include addresses in a single file, within a ``wrapper macro.'' The
+addresses are then included in a letter using a single command, the name of
+the wrapper. This is very convenient, as addresses need be typed once, and
+thereafter used via the wrapper name.
+
+\texttt{newlfm} supports mass-mailing of form letters. This is done by
+specifying a common body (which may include macros to allow customization).
+Addresses for repeat mailings may then be specified.
+
+Envelopes may be prepared with either the \texttt{envlab} package. This
+enables the address used in the letter to be printed on a following page
+immediately. Several versions of Avery labels are also supported.
+
+\texttt{newlfm} will print a fax header page at the start for either the
+letter or memo approach.
+