A item number is an object identification number, which may be enclosed by a circle or square.  Additional text may be written outside the frame.  CADintosh uses the first empty space between text to locate a circle or square frame.
Steps:
1.	Select the position point (usu. on an object) or enter the coordinates.
2.	Select the text entry point or enter the coordinates.
3.	Enter the text.
fi	A item number is drawn.