on piece 1893 (15 June) large part front of envelope to Tientsin "per Wenchow", bearing a fine strike of "CHEFOO/LOCAL POST" dated oval and straight line "PAID"; small repaired tear at top nevertheless an important piece and apparently the earliest recorded example of the paid franks. Also 1894 (11 April) front to London bearing original 2c., 5c. and 10c. with re-engraved ½c. and 1c. tied by Local Post c.d.s.