I am a member of the firm of Jones and Company, ironmongers, in the High Street, Exeter. My name is Thomas Jones. I was born in that city, and have lived there all my life. I am now thirty years of age. I was educated at the free school of the place, and, after leaving it, became a clerk to Mr. Magnum, a solicitor. At the end of five years, I determined to set up in business on my own account, and, with a few hundred pounds of my own, and a borrowed thousand from my uncle, I commenced ironmonger. I have succeeded, and have now been in trade fifteen years. I keep good articles, and sell them cheap; I have a satisfactory connection, and I live comfortably. I
