Jonestown massacre: Jonestown massacre, the mass murder-suicide of members of the Peoples Temple cult in Guyana in 1978 at the behest of leader Jim Jones.
Your cover letter shouldn't be longer than one page. It should highlight your most relevant qualifications for the job and what you have to offer the employer. In fact, as far as how long your cover letter should be, shorter is better.
An effective, customized cover letter will make it clear that you are highly interested in the job, and that you want the job enough to take the time to write a cover letter. A cover letter also gives you an opportunity to include information and explanations that your resume does not allow. For example, if you are applying from a distance, your cover letter will enable you to present a rationale for relocation and/or to mention that you will be in the area shortly for a possible interview.