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Rh years ago, the field was virtually conceded. In the capital, a portion of an old conventual building was granted to them, and, notwithstanding the opposition of the Catholics, they met with a friendly reception from the Government. Churches and chapels were constructed; congregations gradually collected; and in 1883 there were more than 200 Protestant ministers in the country, the majority of whom were Mexicans by birth. It cannot be said, however, that as yet the Protestants have made much progress in the work of evangelisation, although no special obstacles have been encountered; for in Mexico all religions are tolerated, while none are officially recognised.