Johnstones 1818 directory index
This is the 1818 Johnstones London commercial guide which also includes a little pub history detail.
John Lockie in 1810 describes as :
"James Street, Adelphi, the West end of William Street entering by 65, in the Strand, it leads to Duke Street"
James street, Adelphi
Length 32 yards. No. of Houses 2.
1 Withev, Robert, Burton, Sedicitor
McInerbeny,Wm. Verchant & navy agent