ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. - Документы SEC, Годовой отчет, Доверенное заявление

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 14A-6(E)(2)) ☒ Defin

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. / Saba Capital Management, L.P. - FORM SC 13D/A Activist Investment

SC 13D/A 1 formsc13da.htm FORM SC 13D/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 6)* ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC (Name of Issuer) Common Shares, $0.001 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP Number) Saba Capital Management, L.P. 405 Lexington Avenue 58th Floor New York,

August 22, 2024

August 22, 2024 Via EDGAR Brian Szilagyi, Staff Accountant Division of Investment Management, Disclosure Review Office U.

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. / Saba Capital Management, L.P. - FORM SC 13D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 5)* ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC (Name of Issuer) Common Shares, $0.001 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP Number) Saba Capital Management, L.P. 405 Lexington Avenue 58th Floor New York, NY 10174 Attention: Michael D'Angelo (21

Calculation of Filing Fee Table SC TO-I (Form Type) Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (Name of Person(s) Filing Statement) Table 1: Transaction Valuation

EX-FILING FEES Calculation of Filing Fee Table SC TO-I (Form Type) Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc.

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND ANNOUNCES FINAL TENDER OFFER RESULTS

 Exhibit (a)(5)(iii) Press Release ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND ANNOUNCES FINAL TENDER OFFER RESULTS BALTIMORE, MARYLAND, August 5, 2024 — Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc.

AS FILED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON AUGUST 5, 2024 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO ISSUER TENDER OFFER STATEMENT UNDER SECTION 13(e)(1) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 (Am

AS FILED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON AUGUST 5, 2024 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

Calculation of Filing Fee Table SC TO-I (Form Type) Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (Name of Person(s) Filing Statement) Table 1: Transaction Valuation

EX-FILING FEES Calculation of Filing Fee Table SC TO-I (Form Type) Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc.

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND ANNOUNCES PRELIMINARY TENDER OFFER RESULTS

 Exhibit (a)(5)(i) Press Release ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND ANNOUNCES PRELIMINARY TENDER OFFER RESULTS BALTIMORE, MARYLAND, August 5, 2024 — Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc.

AS FILED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON AUGUST 5, 2024 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO ISSUER TENDER OFFER STATEMENT UNDER SECTION 13(e)(1) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 (Am

AS FILED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON AUGUST 5, 2024 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND ANNOUNCES TENDER OFFER RESULTS

 Exhibit (a)(5)(ii) Press Release ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND ANNOUNCES TENDER OFFER RESULTS BALTIMORE, MARYLAND, August 5, 2024 — Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc.

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. OFFER TO PURCHASE FOR CASH UP TO 12,405,174 SHARES OF COMMON STOCK SUMMARY TERM SHEET

TABLE OF CONTENTS  Exhibit (a)(1)(i) ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. OFFER TO PURCHASE FOR CASH UP TO 12,405,174 SHARES OF COMMON STOCK SUMMARY TERM SHEET THIS SUMMARY HIGHLIGHTS CERTAIN INFORMATION IN THIS OFFER TO PURCHASE. TO UNDERSTAND THE OFFER FULLY AND FOR A MORE COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF THE TERMS OF THE OFFER, YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY READ THIS ENTIRE OFFER TO PURCHASE AND THE RELATED LETTE

OFFER BY ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. TO PURCHASE FOR CASH UP TO 12,405,174 SHARES OF ITS COMMON STOCK FOR 98% OF NET ASSET VALUE THE OFFER AND WITHDRAWAL RIGHTS WILL EXPIRE AT 5:00 P.M., NEW YORK CITY TIME, ON AUGUST 2, 2024 (“TERMINATION DAT

 Exhibit (a)(1)(iii) OFFER BY ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. TO PURCHASE FOR CASH UP TO 12,405,174 SHARES OF ITS COMMON STOCK FOR 98% OF NET ASSET VALUE THE OFFER AND WITHDRAWAL RIGHTS WILL EXPIRE AT 5:00 P.M., NEW YORK CITY TIME, ON AUGUST 2, 2024 (“TERMINATION DATE”), UNLESS EXTENDED THIS OFFER IS NOT CONDITIONED ON ANY MINIMUM NUMBER OF SHARES BEING TENDERED, BUT IS SUBJECT TO CERTAIN OTHE

OFFER BY ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. TO PURCHASE FOR CASH UP TO 12,405,174 SHARES OF ITS COMMON STOCK FOR 98% OF NET ASSET VALUE THE OFFER AND WITHDRAWAL RIGHTS WILL EXPIRE AT 5:00 P.M., NEW YORK CITY TIME, ON AUGUST 2, 2024 (“TERMINATION DAT

 Exhibit (a)(1)(iv) OFFER BY ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. TO PURCHASE FOR CASH UP TO 12,405,174 SHARES OF ITS COMMON STOCK FOR 98% OF NET ASSET VALUE THE OFFER AND WITHDRAWAL RIGHTS WILL EXPIRE AT 5:00 P.M., NEW YORK CITY TIME, ON AUGUST 2, 2024 (“TERMINATION DATE”), UNLESS EXTENDED THIS OFFER IS NOT CONDITIONED ON ANY MINIMUM NUMBER OF SHARES BEING TENDERED, BUT IS SUBJECT TO CERTAIN OTHER

Instructions for Withdrawal of Previously Tendered Shares of Common Stock of Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc.

 Exhibit (a)(1)(v) Instructions for Withdrawal of Previously Tendered Shares of Common Stock of Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc.

Letter of Transmittal to Tender Shares of Common Stock of ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. Pursuant to the Offer to Purchase dated July 5, 2024

 Exhibit (a)(1)(ii) Letter of Transmittal to Tender Shares of Common Stock of ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC.

AS FILED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON JULY 5, 2024 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO TENDER OFFER STATEMENT UNDER SECTION 14(D)(1) OR 13(e)(1) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

AS FILED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON JULY 5, 2024 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

Calculation of Filing Fee Table SC TO-I (Form Type) Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (Name of Person(s) Filing Statement) Table 1: Transaction Valuation

EX-FILING FEES Calculation of Filing Fee Table SC TO-I (Form Type) Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc.

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND ANNOUNCES COMMENCEMENT OF TENDER OFFER

 Exhibit (a)(5) Press Release ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND ANNOUNCES COMMENCEMENT OF TENDER OFFER BALTIMORE, MARYLAND, July 5, 2024 — Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc.

GUIDELINES FOR CERTIFICATION OF TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON SUBSTITUTE FORM W-9

 Exhibit (a)(1)(vi) GUIDELINES FOR CERTIFICATION OF TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ON SUBSTITUTE FORM W-9 Guidelines for Determining the Proper Identification Number to Give the Payer — Social Security Numbers have nine digits separated by two hyphens: i.

Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (a Maryland Corporation) Amended and Restated Bylaws AS AMENDED JUNE 2, 2024 Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. Amended and Restated Bylaws ARTICLE ONE INVESTMENT OBJECTIVES; OFFICES

EXHIBIT 3.1 Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (a Maryland Corporation) Amended and Restated Bylaws AS AMENDED JUNE 2, 2024 Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. Amended and Restated Bylaws ARTICLE ONE INVESTMENT OBJECTIVES; OFFICES Section 1.1. Investment Objectives. Consistent with Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc.’s history and structure as a closed-end fund (hereinafter, the “Fund”), the Fund

Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K (Amendment No. 1) CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 June 2, 2024 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Maryland 811-00248 13-4912740 (State or other jurisdiction (Co

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. ARTICLES SUPPLEMENTARY

EXHIBIT 99.1 ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. ARTICLES SUPPLEMENTARY Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc., a Maryland corporation (the “Company”), hereby certifies to the State Department of Assessments and Taxation of Maryland (the “SDAT”) that: FIRST: Under a power contained in Title 3, Subtitle 8 of the Maryland General Corporation Law (the “MGCL”), by resolutions duly adopted by the Board of

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. INITIAL CLASSES OF DIRECTORS

EXHIBIT 99.2 ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. INITIAL CLASSES OF DIRECTORS Class I (Term Expires 2025) Lauriann C. Kloppenburg James P. Haynie Class II (Term Expires 2026) Mary Chris Jammet Kenneth J. Dale Class III (Term Expires 2027) Jane Musser Nelson Mark E. Stoeckle Frederic A. Escherich

Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934 June 2, 2024 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Maryland 811-00241 13-4912740 (State or other jurisdiction (Commission (IRS Empl

Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (a Maryland Corporation) Amended and Restated Bylaws AS AMENDED JUNE 2, 2024 Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. Amended and Restated Bylaws ARTICLE ONE INVESTMENT OBJECTIVES; OFFICES

EXHIBIT 3.1 Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (a Maryland Corporation) Amended and Restated Bylaws AS AMENDED JUNE 2, 2024 Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. Amended and Restated Bylaws ARTICLE ONE INVESTMENT OBJECTIVES; OFFICES Section 1.1. Investment Objectives. Consistent with Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc.’s history and structure as a closed-end fund (hereinafter, the “Fund”), the Fund

ADAMS FUNDS ANNOUNCE GOVERNANCE UPDATES

EXHIBIT 99.3 ADAMS FUNDS ANNOUNCE GOVERNANCE UPDATES BALTIMORE, MARYLAND, June 3, 2024 — Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (NYSE: ADX), and Adams Natural Resources Fund, Inc. (NYSE: PEO) announced today that the Board of Directors of each Fund has unanimously approved several governance updates: election of a classified board structure and adoption of certain bylaws amendments. The Funds have ea

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO Tender Offer Statement Under Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (Name of Subject Company (Issuer)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE TO Tender Offer Statement Under Section 14(d)(1) or 13(e)(1) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (Name of Subject Company (Issuer)) Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (Name of Filing Person (Issuer)) Common Stock $0.001 Par Value Per Share (Title of Class of Securities) 00621210

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. / Saba Capital Management, L.P. - FORM SC 13D/A Activist Investment

SC 13D/A 1 formsc13da.htm FORM SC 13D/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 4)* ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC (Name of Issuer) Common Shares, $0.001 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP Number) Saba Capital Management, L.P. 405 Lexington Avenue 58th Floor New York,

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. / Bergstrom Edith H. - SC 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 22) Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2023 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which th

JOINT FILING UNDERTAKING

EX-99.2 EXHIBIT 2 JOINT FILING UNDERTAKING The undersigned, being authorized thereunto, hereby execute this agreement as an exhibit to this Schedule 13G to evidence the agreement of the below-named parties, in accordance with rules promulgated pursuant to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, to file this Schedule, as it may be amended, jointly on behalf of each of such parties. Dated: March 14, 20

IDENTITY OF GROUP MEMBERS

EX-99.1 EXHIBIT 1 IDENTITY OF GROUP MEMBERS Erik E. Bergstrom Charitable Remainder Trust Edith H. Bergstrom Edith H. Bergstrom Living Trust Erik E. and Edith H. Bergstrom Foundation Jennifer Benz Rodrigo Barillas Janet Greig Wylie Greig

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 14A-6(E)(2))

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. / Saba Capital Management, L.P. - FORM SC 13D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.3)* ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC (Name of Issuer) Common Shares, $0.001 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP Number) Saba Capital Management, L.P. 405 Lexington Avenue 58th Floor New York, NY 10174 Attention: Michael D'Angelo (212

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 14A-6(E)(2)) ☒ Defin

SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1)

SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 14A-6(E)(2)) ☒ Defin

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SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant ¨ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant þ Check the appropriate box: þ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ¨ Definitive Proxy Statement ¨ Definitive Additional Materials ¨ Soliciting Material Under Rule 14a-12 Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. [ ])

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. [ ]) Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [X] Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, For Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund / Saba Capital Management, L.P. - FORM SC 13D/A Activist Investment

SC 13D/A 1 formsc13da.htm FORM SC 13D/A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.2)* ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC (Name of Issuer) Common Shares, $0.001 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP Number) Saba Capital Management, L.P. 405 Lexington Avenue 58th Floor New York, N

Form of Nominee Agreement Saba Capital Management, L.P. 405 Lexington Avenue, 58th Floor New York, NY 10174

CUSIP No. 006212104 SCHEDULE 13D/A Page 1 of 4 Pages Exhibit 2 Form of Nominee Agreement Saba Capital Management, L.P. 405 Lexington Avenue, 58th Floor New York, NY 10174 [], 2023 Private & Confidential [Nominee] [Business Address] Dear [Nominee]: This will confirm our understanding as follows: You agree that you are willing, should we so elect, to become a member of a slate of nominees (the "Slat

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund / Saba Capital Management, L.P. - FORM SC 13D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D/A Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.1)* ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC (Name of Issuer) Common Shares, $0.001 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP Number) Saba Capital Management, L.P. 405 Lexington Avenue 58th Floor New York, NY 10174 Attention: Michael D'Angelo (212

JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k)

EX-1 2 exhibit1.htm EXHIBIT 1 EXHIBIT 1 JOINT FILING AGREEMENT PURSUANT TO RULE 13d-1(k) The undersigned acknowledge and agree that the foregoing statement on Schedule 13D is filed on behalf of each of the undersigned and that all subsequent amendments to this statement on Schedule 13D shall be filed on behalf of each of the undersigned without the necessity of filing additional joint filing agree

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund / Saba Capital Management, L.P. - FORM SC 13D Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)* ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC (Name of Issuer) Common Shares, $0.001 par value (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP Number) Saba Capital Management, L.P. 405 Lexington Avenue 58th Floor New York, NY 10174 Attention: Michael D'Angelo (212) 5

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 14A-6(E)(2)) ☒ Defin

Schedule of Investments

Schedule of Investments September 30, 2022 (unaudited) Shares Value (a) Common Stocks — 99.

Schedule of Investments

Schedule of Investments March 31, 2022 (unaudited) Shares Value (a) Common Stocks — 99.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 14A-6(E)(2)) ? Defin

Schedule of Investments

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. Schedule of Investments September 30, 2020 (unaudited) Shares Value (a) Common Stocks — 99.7% Communication Services — 10.3% Activision Blizzard, Inc. 139,700 $ 11,308,715 Alphabet Inc. Class A (b) 40,100 58,770,560 AT&T Inc. 457,382 13,039,961 Charter Communications, Inc. Class A (b) 23,400 14,609,556 Comcast Corporation Class A 668,200 30,910,932 Facebook, Inc

June 4, 2021

CORRESP 1 filename1.htm June 4, 2021 Via EDGAR Ken Ellington, Staff Accountant Division of Investment Management, Disclosure Review Office U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 Re: Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc., File No. 811-00248 Adams Natural Resources Fund Inc., File No. 811-02736 Dear Mr. Ellington: In a telephone conversation on April 29, 2021,

Schedule of Investments

? Schedule of Investments ? March 31, 2021 (unaudited) ? ? ? Shares ? ? Value (a) ? Common Stocks ? 99.

- DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 14A-6(E)(2)) ? Defin

JOINT FILING UNDERTAKING

EXHIBIT 2 EXHIBIT 2 JOINT FILING UNDERTAKING The undersigned, being authorized thereunto, hereby execute this agreement as an exhibit to this Schedule 13G to evidence the agreement of the below-named parties, in accordance with rules promulgated pursuant to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, to file this Schedule, as it may be amended, jointly on behalf of each of such parties.

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 21) Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) (CUSIP Number) Decemb

SC 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 21) Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2020 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which th

IDENTITY OF GROUP MEMBERS

EXHIBIT 1 EXHIBIT 1 IDENTITY OF GROUP MEMBERS Erik E. Bergstrom Charitable Remainder Trust Edith H. Bergstrom Edith H. Bergstrom Living Trust Erik E. and Edith H. Bergstrom Foundation Julia R. Bolous Janet Greig Wylie Greig

Schedule of Investments

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. Schedule of Investments September 30, 2020 (unaudited) Shares Value (a) Common Stocks — 99.7% Communication Services — 10.3% Activision Blizzard, Inc. 139,700 $ 11,308,715 Alphabet Inc. Class A (b) 40,100 58,770,560 AT&T Inc. 457,382 13,039,961 Charter Communications, Inc. Class A (b) 23,400 14,609,556 Comcast Corporation Class A 668,200 30,910,932 Facebook, Inc

Schedule of Investments

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. Schedule of Investments March 31, 2020 (unaudited) Shares Value (a) Common Stocks — 99.2% Communication Services — 9.3% Alphabet Inc. Class A (b) 41,100 $ 47,756,145 Alphabet Inc. Class C (b) 11,197 13,019,984 AT&T Inc. 590,982 17,227,125 Comcast Corporation Class A 668,200 22,972,716 Facebook, Inc. Class A (b) 141,900 23,668,920 Netflix, Inc. (b) 15,000 5,632,5

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ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. Schedule of Investments September 30, 2019 (unaudited) Shares Value (a) Common Stocks — 99.4% Communication Services — 8.1% Alphabet Inc. Class A (b) 27,400 $ 33,459,236 Alphabet Inc. Class C (b) 11,197 13,649,143 AT&T Inc. 853,282 32,288,191 Comcast Corporation Class A 668,200 30,122,456 Facebook, Inc. Class A (b) 91,100 16,223,088 Netflix, Inc. (b) 15,000 4,01

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. DEF 14A - - DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 14A-6(E)(2)) ☒ Defin

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. / Bergstrom Edith H. - SC 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 20) Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2019 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which th

JOINT FILING UNDERTAKING

EXHIBIT 2 EXHIBIT 2 JOINT FILING UNDERTAKING The undersigned, being authorized thereunto, hereby execute this agreement as an exhibit to this Schedule 13G to evidence the agreement of the below-named parties, in accordance with rules promulgated pursuant to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, to file this Schedule, as it may be amended, jointly on behalf of each of such parties.

IDENTITY OF GROUP MEMBERS

EXHIBIT 1 EXHIBIT 1 IDENTITY OF GROUP MEMBERS Erik E. Bergstrom Charitable Remainder Trust Edith H. Bergstrom Edith H. Bergstrom Living Trust Erik E. and Edith H. Bergstrom Foundation Julia R. Bolous Janet Greig Wylie Greig

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. NPORT-EX - -

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. Schedule of Investments September 30, 2019 (unaudited) Shares Value (a) Common Stocks — 99.4% Communication Services — 8.1% Alphabet Inc. Class A (b) 27,400 $ 33,459,236 Alphabet Inc. Class C (b) 11,197 13,649,143 AT&T Inc. 853,282 32,288,191 Comcast Corporation Class A 668,200 30,122,456 Facebook, Inc. Class A (b) 91,100 16,223,088 Netflix, Inc. (b) 15,000 4,01

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. NPORT-EX - - NPORT-EX

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. Schedule of Investments March 31, 2019 (unaudited) Shares Value (a) Common Stocks — 99.5% Communication Services — 8.1% Alphabet Inc. Class A (b) 27,400 $ 32,246,786 Alphabet Inc. Class C (b) 11,997 14,076,200 AT&T Inc. 853,282 26,758,924 Comcast Corporation Class A 668,200 26,714,636 Facebook, Inc. Class A (b) 91,100 15,185,459 Netflix, Inc. (b) 50,300 17,934,9

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 14A-6(E)(2)) ☒ Defin

IDENTITY OF GROUP MEMBERS

EX-99.1 EXHIBIT 1 IDENTITY OF GROUP MEMBERS Erik E. Bergstrom Charitable Remainder Trust Edith H. Bergstrom Edith H. Bergstrom Living Trust Erik E. and Edith H. Bergstrom Foundation Julia R. Bolous Janet Greig Wylie Greig

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. / Bergstrom Edith H. - SC 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 19) Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2018 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which th

JOINT FILING UNDERTAKING

EX-99.2 EXHIBIT 2 JOINT FILING UNDERTAKING The undersigned, being authorized thereunto, hereby execute this agreement as an exhibit to this Schedule 13G to evidence the agreement of the below-named parties, in accordance with rules promulgated pursuant to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, to file this Schedule, as it may be amended, jointly on behalf of each of such parties. Dated: February 14,

CERTIFICATIONS

EX-99.CERT 2 tv505132ex99cert.htm EX-99.CERT Exhibit 99.CERT CERTIFICATIONS I, Mark E. Stoeckle, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under whi

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. N-Q (Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings)

FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC.

CERTIFICATIONS

EX-99.CERT 2 tv487803ex99cert.htm CERTIFICATIONS Exhibit 99.CERT CERTIFICATIONS I, Mark E. Stoeckle, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. N-Q (Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings)

FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 - ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC.

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. DEF 14A

out - none - 2.24s UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 1

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. -

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. - FORM N-Q - SEPTEMBER 30, 2017 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 - ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. - (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 500 East Pratt Street, Suite 1300, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 - (Address of principal executive office

CERTIFICATIONS

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. - FORM N-Q CERTIFICATION - SEPTEMBER 30, 2017 CERTIFICATIONS I, Mark E. Stoeckle, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the ci

CERTIFICATIONS

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. - FORM N-Q CERTIFICATION - MARCH 31, 2017 CERTIFICATIONS I, Mark E. Stoeckle, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circum

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. -

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. - FORM N-Q - MARCH 31, 2017 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 - ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. - (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 500 East Pratt Street, Suite 1300, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 - (Address of principal executive offices) L

JOINT FILING UNDERTAKING

EX-99.2 EXHIBIT 2 JOINT FILING UNDERTAKING The undersigned, being authorized thereunto, hereby execute this agreement as an exhibit to this Schedule 13G to evidence the agreement of the below-named parties, in accordance with rules promulgated pursuant to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, to file this Schedule, as it may be amended, jointly on behalf of each of such parties. Dated: April 19, 20

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. / Bergstrom Edith H. - SC 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 18) Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP Number) March 8, 2017 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this S

IDENTITY OF GROUP MEMBERS Erik E. Bergstrom Living Trust (Administrative Trust) Erik E. Bergstrom Charitable Remainder Trust Edith H. Bergstrom Edith H. Bergstrom Living Trust Erik E. and Edith H. Bergstrom Foundation Julia R. Bolous Janet Grieg Wyli

EX-99.1 EXHIBIT 1 IDENTITY OF GROUP MEMBERS Erik E. Bergstrom Living Trust (Administrative Trust) Erik E. Bergstrom Charitable Remainder Trust Edith H. Bergstrom Edith H. Bergstrom Living Trust Erik E. and Edith H. Bergstrom Foundation Julia R. Bolous Janet Grieg Wylie Grieg

Adams Diversified Equity Fund DEF 14A

DEF 14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ? Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 14A-6(E)(2))

JOINT FILING UNDERTAKING

EX-99.2 EXHIBIT 2 JOINT FILING UNDERTAKING The undersigned, being authorized thereunto, hereby execute this agreement as an exhibit to this Schedule 13G to evidence the agreement of the below-named parties, in accordance with rules promulgated pursuant to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, to file this Schedule, as it may be amended, jointly on behalf of each of such parties. Dated: February 6,

IDENTITY OF GROUP MEMBERS

EX-99.1 EXHIBIT 1 IDENTITY OF GROUP MEMBERS Erik E. Bergstrom Erik E. Bergstrom Living Trust U/A Dated 12/6/74 Edith H. Bergstrom Edith H. Bergstrom Living Trust U/A Dated 12/6/74 Erik E. and Edith H. Bergstrom Foundation, a Charitable Trust

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. / BERGSTROM ERIK E - SC 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 17) Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2016 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which th

CERTIFICATIONS

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. - FORM N-Q CERTIFICATION - SEPTEMBER 30, 2016 CERTIFICATIONS I, Mark E. Stoeckle, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the ci

Adams Diversified Equity Fund (Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings)

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. - FORM N-Q - SEPTEMBER 30, 2016 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 - ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. - (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 500 East Pratt Street, Suite 1300, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 - (Address of principal executive office

CERTIFICATIONS

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. - FORM N-Q CERTIFICATION - MARCH 31, 2016 CERTIFICATIONS I, Mark E. Stoeckle, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circum

Adams Diversified Equity Fund (Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings)

N-Q 1 adxnq03312016.htm FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 - ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. - (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 500 East Pratt Street, Suite 1300, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 - (Address of principal executive offices) Lawrence L. Hooper, Jr. Adams Diversified

Adams Diversified Equity Fund Form DEF 14A

DEF 14A 1 d100550ddef14a.htm DEF 14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS P

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. / BERGSTROM ERIK E - SC 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 16) Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2015 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which th

JOINT FILING UNDERTAKING

EX-99.2 Exhibit 99.2 EXHIBIT 2 JOINT FILING UNDERTAKING The undersigned, being authorized thereunto, hereby execute this agreement as an exhibit to this Schedule 13G to evidence the agreement of the below-named parties, in accordance with rules promulgated pursuant to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, to file this Schedule, as it may be amended, jointly on behalf of each of such parties. Dated:

IDENTITY OF GROUP MEMBERS

EX-99.1 Exhibit 99.1 EXHIBIT 1 IDENTITY OF GROUP MEMBERS Erik E. Bergstrom Erik E. Bergstrom Living Trust U/A Dated 12/6/74 Edith H. Bergstrom Edith H. Bergstrom Living Trust U/A Dated 12/6/74 Erik E. and Edith H. Bergstrom Foundation, a Charitable Trust

Adams Diversified Equity Fund WD

adamsdiversifiedappwd.htm Letterhead of Chadbourne & Parke LLP 1301 Avenue of the Americas New York, NY 10019 telephone: (212) 408-5100 November 16, 2015 VIA EDGAR U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 Re: Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. et. al (File No. 812-14300) Ladies and Gentlemen: On behalf of Adams Diversified E

CERTIFICATIONS

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. - FORM N-Q CERTIFICATION - SEPTEMBER 30, 2015 CERTIFICATIONS I, Mark E. Stoeckle, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the ci

Adams Diversified Equity Fund (Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings)

FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 - ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC.

CERTIFICATIONS

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. - FORM N-Q CERTIFICATION - MARCH 31, 2015 CERTIFICATIONS I, Mark E. Stoeckle, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc.; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circum

Adams Diversified Equity Fund (Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings)

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. - FORM N-Q - MARCH 31, 2015 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 - ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC. - (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 500 East Pratt Street, Suite 1300, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 - (Address of principal executive offices) L

Adams Diversified Equity Fund DEF 14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 14A-6(E)(2)) x Defin

Adams Diversified Equity Fund ESP

RESPONSE LETTER [Chadbourne & Parke LLP Letterhead] March 9, 2015 Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549 Re: The Adams Express Company (?Company?) Preliminary Proxy Statement on Form PRE 14A Filed on February 13, 2015 (File No.

Adams Diversified Equity Fund PRER14A

PRER14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: x Preliminary Proxy Statement ? CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 14A-6(E)(2)

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. PRE 14A - - PRE 14A

PRE 14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: x Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 14A-6(E)(2))

CERTIFICATIONS

EX-99.CERT 2 adxnqcert09302014.htm CERTIFICATIONS I, Mark E. Stoeckle, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of The Adams Express Company; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mi

ADAMS DIVERSIFIED EQUITY FUND, INC.

ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - FORM N-Q - SEPTEMBER 30, 2014 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 - THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 7 Saint Paul Street, Suite 1140, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 - (Address of principal executive offices) Lawrence L.

CERTIFICATIONS

EX-99.CERT 2 adxnqcert03312014.htm CERTIFICATIONS I, Mark E. Stoeckle, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of The Adams Express Company; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mi

Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings -

ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - FORM N-Q - MARCH 31, 2014 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 - THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) Seven Saint Paul Street, Suite 1140, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 - (Address of principal executive offices) Lawrence L.

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. / LAZARD ASSET MANAGEMENT LLC Passive Investment

r13gaadamsexpressco SCHEDULE 13G/A CUSIP No: 006212104 1)NAME OF REPORTING PERSON S.

- DEFINITIVE PROXY STATEMENT

Definitive Proxy Statement UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. / LAZARD ASSET MANAGEMENT LLC Passive Investment

r13gadamsexpressco SCHEDULE 13G/A CUSIP No: 006212104 1)NAME OF REPORTING PERSON S.

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. / BERGSTROM ERIK E - SC 13G/A Passive Investment

SC 13G/A SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G* (Rule 13d-102) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO §240.13d-1(b), (c) AND (d) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO §240.13d-2. (Amendment No. 15 )* The Adams Express Company (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2013 (Date of Event

JOINT FILING UNDERTAKING

EX-99.2 EXHIBIT 2 JOINT FILING UNDERTAKING The undersigned, being authorized thereunto, hereby execute this agreement as an exhibit to this Schedule 13G to evidence the agreement of the below-named parties, in accordance with rules promulgated pursuant to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, to file this Schedule, as it may be amended, jointly on behalf of each of such parties. Dated: February 5,

IDENTITY OF GROUP MEMBERS

EX-99.1 EXHIBIT LIST Exhibit 1 Identity of Group Members Exhibit 2 Joint Filing Undertaking EXHIBIT 1 IDENTITY OF GROUP MEMBERS Erik E. Bergstrom Erik E. Bergstrom Living Trust U/A Dated 12/6/74 Edith H. Bergstrom Edith H. Bergstrom Living Trust U/A Dated 12/6/74 Erik E. and Edith H. Bergstrom Foundation, a Charitable Trust

Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings -

ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - FORM N-Q - SEPTEMBER 30, 2013 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 - THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 7 Saint Paul Street, Suite 1140, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 - (Address of principal executive offices) Lawrence L.

CERTIFICATIONS

EX-99.CERT 2 adxnqcert09302013.htm CERTIFICATIONS I, Mark E. Stoeckle, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of The Adams Express Company; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mi

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. / LAZARD ASSET MANAGEMENT LLC Passive Investment

r13gadamsexpressco SCHEDULE 13G CUSIP No: 006212104 1)NAME OF REPORTING PERSON S.S. OR I.R.S. IDENTIFICATION NO. OF ABOVE PERSON: Lazard Asset Management LLC 2)CHECK THE APPROPRIATE BOX IF A MEMBER OF A GROUP (a)o (b)o 3)SEC USE ONLY 4)CITIZENSHIP OR PLACE OF ORGANIZATION: Delaware NUMBER OF SHARES BENEFICIALLY OWNED BY EACH REPORTING PERSON WITH: 5)SOLE VOTING POWER: 4,848,037 6)SHARED VOTING POW

CERTIFICATIONS

EX-99.CERT 2 adxnqcert03312013.htm CERTIFICATIONS I, Mark E. Stoeckle, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of The Adams Express Company; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mi

Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings -

ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - FORM N-Q - MARCH 31, 2013 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 - THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 7 Saint Paul Street, Suite 1140, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 - (Address of principal executive offices) Lawrence L.

- NOTICE & PROXY

NOTICE & PROXY UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 14A-6

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. / BERGSTROM ERIK E - SCHEDULE 13G AMENDMENT NO. 14 Passive Investment

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G* (Rule 13d-102) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO ?240.13d-1(b), (c) AND (d) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO ?240.13d-2. (Amendment No. 14)* The Adams Express Company (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2012 (Date of Event Which Req

- FORM 144

UNITED STATES OMB APPROVAL SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION OMB Number: 3235-0101 Washington, D.

Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings -

ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - FORM N-Q - SEPTEMBER 30, 2012 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 - THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 7 Saint Paul Street, Suite 1140, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 - (Address of principal executive offices) Lawrence L.

CERTIFICATIONS

ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - FORM N-Q CERTIFICATION - SEPTEMBER 30, 2012 CERTIFICATIONS I, Douglas G.

CERTIFICATIONS

EX-99.CERT 2 adxnqcert03312012.htm CERTIFICATIONS I, Douglas G. Ober, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of The Adams Express Company; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mis

Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings -

ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - FORM N-Q - MARCH 31, 2012 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 - THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 7 Saint Paul Street, Suite 1140, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 - (Address of principal executive offices) Lawrence L.

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. / BERGSTROM ERIK E - AMENDMENT NO. 13 TO SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

adamsexpress13g-a13.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G* (Rule 13d-102) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO §240.13d-1(b), (c) AND (d) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO §240.13d-2. (Amendment No. 13 )* The Adams Express Company (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities

- DEF14A

DEF14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 14A-6(E)(2))

ADX / Adams Diversified Equity Fund, Inc. / ARNOLD & PORTER LLP - ADAMSEXPRESSCO 13G-A13 - FEB 6 2012 Passive Investment

adamsexpressco13g-a13.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G* (Rule 13d-102) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO §240.13d-1(b), (c) AND (d) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO §240.13d-2 (Amendment No. 13 )* The Adams Express Company (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securitie

FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 ------------------------------------------------------------------------- THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY ----------

ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - FORM N-Q - SEPTEMBER 30, 2011 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 - THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 7 Saint Paul Street, Suite 1140, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 - (Address of principal executive offices) Lawrence L.

CERTIFICATIONS

EX-99.CERT 2 adxnqcert09302011.htm CERTIFICATIONS I, Douglas G. Ober, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of The Adams Express Company; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mis

CERTIFICATIONS

EX-99.CERT 2 adxnqcert03312011.htm CERTIFICATIONS I, Douglas G. Ober, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of The Adams Express Company; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mis

FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 ------------------------------------------------------------------------- THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY ----------

FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 - THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 7 Saint Paul Street, Suite 1140, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 - (Address of principal executive offices) Lawrence L.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.) Filed by the Registrant þ Filed by a party other than the Registrant Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) o Definiti

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm To the Board of Directors and Stockholders of The Adams Express Company In planning and performing our audit of the financial statements of The Adams Express Company ("the Company") as of and for the year ended December 31, 2010, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States), we considered t

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 14A-6(E)(2)) x Defin

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G* (Rule 13d-102) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO §240.13d-1(b), (c) AND (d) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO §240.13d-2. (Amendment No. 12 )* The

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G* (Rule 13d-102) INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN STATEMENTS FILED PURSUANT TO ?240.13d-1(b), (c) AND (d) AND AMENDMENTS THERETO FILED PURSUANT TO ?240.13d-2. (Amendment No. 12 )* The Adams Express Company (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 00621210 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2010 (Date of Event Which Req

CERTIFICATIONS

EX-99.CERT 2 adxnqcert09302010.htm CERTIFICATIONS I, Douglas G. Ober, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of The Adams Express Company; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mis

FORM N-Q

FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 - - THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - - (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 7 Saint Paul Street, Suite 1140, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 - - (Address of principal executive offices) Lawrence L.

CERTIFICATIONS

EX-99.CERT 2 adxnqcert03312010.htm CERTIFICATIONS I, Douglas G. Ober, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of The Adams Express Company; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mis

FORM N-Q

FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 - - THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - - (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 7 Saint Paul Street, Suite 1140, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 - - (Address of principal executive offices) Lawrence L.

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

Illustrative Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm on Internal Control Required by Form N-SAR (02/07) Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm To the Board of Directors and Stockholders of The Adams Express Company In planning and performing our audit of the financial statements of The Adams Express Company ("the Company") as of and for the year ended December 31,

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 14A-6(E)(2)) x Defin

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 11)* The Adams Express Company (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 11)* The Adams Express Company (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2009 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which t

FORM N-Q

ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - FORM N-Q - SEPTEMBER 30, 2009 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 - - THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - - (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 7 Saint Paul Street, Suite 1140, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 - - (Address of principal executive offices) Lawrence L.

CERTIFICATIONS

EX-99.CERT 2 adxnqcert09302009.htm CERTIFICATIONS I, Douglas G. Ober, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of The Adams Express Company; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not mis

FORM N-Q

FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES Investment Company Act file number: 811-00248 - - THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - - (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 7 Saint Paul Street, Suite 1140, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 - - (Address of principal executive offices) Lawrence L.

CERTIFICATIONS

ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY - FORM N-Q CERTIFICATION - MARCH 31, 2009 CERTIFICATIONS I, Douglas G.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

Adams Express Notice & Proxy UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 10)* The Adams Express Company (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 10)* The Adams Express Company (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2008 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which t

Current Report

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): September 11, 2008 THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) Maryland 811-00248 13-4912740 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File No.

The Adams Express Company

The Adams Express Company (a Maryland Corporation) Amended and Restated Bylaws AS AMENDED AND RESTATED SEPTEMBER 11, 2008 The Adams Express Company Amended and Restated Bylaws ARTICLE ONE INVESTMENT OBJECTIVES; OFFICES Section 1.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 14A-6(E)(2)) x Defin

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 9*) THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) (CUSIP Number) De

SC 13G/A 1 adamsexpress13ga-9.htm SCHEDULE 13G/A 02-14-08 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 9*) THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2007 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the

The Adams Express Company

EX-99.77Q1 OTHR EXHB 2 adxnsara063007bylaws.htm The Adams Express Company (a Maryland Corporation) Amended and Restated Bylaws AS AMENDED AND RESTATED JUNE 14, 2007 The Adams Express Company Amended and Restated Bylaws ARTICLE ONE INVESTMENT OBJECTIVES; OFFICES Section 1.1. Investment Objectives. Consistent with the Corporation's history and structure as a closed-end fund, the Corporation has a lo

Temporary Suspension of Trading Under Registrant's Employee Benefit Plans, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): July 27, 2007 (July 27, 2007) The Adams Express Company (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Maryland (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 811-00248 (Commission File Number) 13-4912740 (IRS Employer Identification No.

The Adams Express Company Seven St. Paul Street Baltimore, Maryland 21202 (410) 752-5900

Exhibit 99.1 The Adams Express Company Seven St. Paul Street Baltimore, Maryland 21202 (410) 752-5900 July 27, 2007 TO: DIRECTORS AND EXECUTIVE OFFICERS SUBJECT TO SECTION 16 FROM: MAUREEN A. JONES SUBJECT: BLACKOUT PERIOD DURING THRIFT PLAN ADMINISTRATOR TRANSITION This is to notify you of an upcoming blackout period under the Adams Express Employee Thrift Plan. During this trading blackout, your

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

DEF 14A 1 ddef14a.htm DEFINITIVE PROXY UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 25 NOTIFICATION OF REMOVAL FROM LISTING AND/OR REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(b) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934.

ADX - Form 25 - January 18, 2007 OMB APPROVAL OMB Number: 3235-0080 Expires: February 28, 2009 Estimated average burden hours per response .

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, For Use of

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, For Use of

- PRELIMINARY PROXY MATERIALS

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: x Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confid

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TRANSMITTAL LETTER [THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY LETTERHEAD] September 27, 2006 U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, DC 20549 Re: The Adams Express Company Preliminary Proxy Materials Ladies and Gentlemen: We have filed electronically today amended preliminary proxy materials for our special meeting of stockholders to be held on November 7, 2006. The definitive proxy

Item 1.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Adams Express Co. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 006212104 (CUSIP Number) George W. Karpus, President Karpus Management, Inc., d/b/a Karpus Investment Management 183 Sully's Trail Pittsford, New York 14534 (585) 586-4680 (Name, Address and Tel

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: x Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ Confidential, For Use of

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 14A-6(E)(2)) x Defin

Temporary Suspension of Trading Under Registrant's Employee Benefit Plans, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 16, 2005 (August 15, 2005) The Adams Express Company (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Maryland (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) 811-00248 (Commission File Number) 13-4912740 (IRS Employer Identification No.

The Adams Express Company Seven St. Paul Street Baltimore, Maryland 21202 (410) 752-5900

Exhibit 99.1 The Adams Express Company Seven St. Paul Street Baltimore, Maryland 21202 (410) 752-5900 August 15, 2005 TO: DIRECTORS AND EXECUTIVE OFFICERS SUBJECT TO SECTION 16 FROM: LAWRENCE L. HOOPER, JR. SUBJECT: BLACKOUT PERIOD DURING THRIFT PLAN ADMINISTRATOR RECORDKEEPING SYSTEM UPDATE This is to notify you of an upcoming blackout period under the Adams Express Employee Thrift Plan. During t

The Adams Express Company By-Laws ADOPTED FEBRUARY 12, 1976 AND AS AMENDED THROUGH APRIL 14, 2005 The Adams Express Company By-Laws

Exhibit 4-b The Adams Express Company (a Maryland Corporation) By-Laws ADOPTED FEBRUARY 12, 1976 AND AS AMENDED THROUGH APRIL 14, 2005 The Adams Express Company By-Laws ARTICLE ONE OFFICES SECTION 1.

POWER OF ATTORNEY

Exhibit 24 Exhibit 24 POWER OF ATTORNEY I, the undersigned Director and/or Officer of The Adams Express Company, a Maryland corporation (the “Company”), hereby constitute and appoint LAWRENCE L.

PART II INFORMATION REQUIRED IN THE REGISTRATION STATEMENT Item 3. Incorporation of Documents by Reference. Item 4. Description of Securities. Item 5. Interests of Named Experts and Counsel. Item 6. Indemnification of Directors and Officers. Item 7.

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 27, 2005. Registration Statement No. 333- UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM S-8 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 The Adams Express Company (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Maryland (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or organization) 13-49127

ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT ARTICLES OF AMENDMENT TO ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY ARTICLES SUPPLEMENTARY

Exhibit 4-a ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION OF THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY FIRST: THE UNDERSIGNED, Kenneth C.

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ¨ Check the appropriate box: ¨ Preliminary Proxy Statement ¨ CONFIDENTIAL, FOR USE OF THE COMMISSION ONLY (AS PERMITTED BY RULE 14A-6(E)(2)) x Defin

The Adams Express Company Seven St. Paul Street Baltimore, Maryland 21202 NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEETING OF STOCKHOLDERS

DEF 14A 1 ddef14a.htm THE ADAMS EXPRESS COMPANY NOTICE AND PROXY STATEMENT UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [] Check the appropriate box: [] Preliminary Proxy Statement [] CONFIDE

EX-99.77Q3

Exhibit 77Q3(a) Evaluation of disclosure controls and procedures: As of February 28, 2003, an evaluation was performed by the disclosure committee of The Adams Express Company (the Company), which includes the principal executive officer (PEO), the principal financial officer (PFO), and the General Counsel, of the effectiveness of the Companys disclosure controls and procedures.