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Indenture concerning East India Bonds deposited with Drummond Bankers
Indenture concerning East India Bonds deposited with Drummond Bankers
A legal indenture documenting the purchase and deposit of East India Bonds valued at twelve thousand pounds (part of a seventy thousand pound sum) with Messrs Drummond Bankers at Charing Cross. The document outlines the trust arrangements between Sir Charles Frederick, Edmund Hoskins, and John Duke of Athole and Charlotte Duchess of Athole (Baroness Strange), with provisions for succession through executors and administrators.
Indenture concerning enfeoffment of Isle of Man to John Sharpe with trust provisions
Indenture concerning enfeoffment of Isle of Man to John Sharpe with trust provisions
This document is an excerpt from a legal indenture detailing the conveyance and enfeoffment of the Isle of Man, Castle Peel, and associated lordships. It recites two key dates (April 6, 1756 and November 24, 1752) and describes the transfer of these properties from George Wade's executors to John Sharpe following repayment of a twelve thousand pound debt to the Duke of Atholl.
Indenture concerning estate sale and settlement by Duke of Athole
Indenture concerning estate sale and settlement by Duke of Athole
A legal document detailing the proposed sale of a Scottish estate by John, Duke of Athole, to Sir Charles Frederick and Edmund Hoskins for £70,000. The estate is to be settled and entailed according to the terms of an earlier indenture dated 6 April 1756, with approval from Charlotte, Duchess of Athole and Baroness Strange.
Indenture concerning fugitive felons and baronial liberties in the Isle of Man
Indenture concerning fugitive felons and baronial liberties in the Isle of Man
A 1417 indenture between commissioners of John de Stanley (Lord of Man and the Isles) and 24 keys of Mann (local magnates) establishing legal procedures for the extradition of felons who flee the lordship to baronial territories and penalties for baronial retention of such fugitives. Demonstrates early Manx constitutional structures and the tension between lordly and baronial authority.
Indenture concerning Isle of Man property transfer to Duke and Duchess of Atholl
Indenture concerning Isle of Man property transfer to Duke and Duchess of Atholl
Fragment of a legal document detailing the vesting of Isle of Man properties (Isle, Castle, Peel, and Lordship) in trustees following the death of James Duke of Athole in 1764. The document references an original Indenture of April 6, 1756, and a subsequent contract dated March 7 involving Treasury Commissioners and the current Duke and Duchess of Atholl.
Indenture concerning James Duke of Atholl and Isle of Man settlement
Indenture concerning James Duke of Atholl and Isle of Man settlement
A legal document (page 11) reciting the terms of an indenture from 1756 involving James Duke of Atholl, William Murray (Lord Mansfield), and others concerning a twelve thousand pound payment and a five-hundred-year lease assignment related to the Isle of Man and its premises.
Indenture concerning James Duke of Atholl's settlement of Isle of Man premises
Indenture concerning James Duke of Atholl's settlement of Isle of Man premises
Fragment of a legal indenture dated 1756 concerning arrangements between James Duke of Atholl, William Murray (later Lord Mansfield), and others regarding a 500-year term and £12,000 payment to George Wade's executors. The document recites earlier indentures from 1737 and 1748 and details trust arrangements for the Isle of Man.
Indenture concerning the Isle of Man and trusts vested in the Duke of Athole
Indenture concerning the Isle of Man and trusts vested in the Duke of Athole
This is an extract from a legal document detailing indentures relating to the Isle of Man. It recites two key indentures: one dated November 14, 1737, and another dated May 4, 1748, concerning the transfer of trusts and property rights over the Isle and related premises between James Duke of Athole and various trustees including the Earl of Dunmore, Lord Mansfield, and John Murray.
Indenture concerning the sale and conveyance of the Isle of Man with all rights and properties
Indenture concerning the sale and conveyance of the Isle of Man with all rights and properties
This is an excerpt from a legal indenture documenting the transfer of the Isle of Man, its castle at Peel, lordship, territories, and associated rights and properties. The document records the conveyance from James Duke of Athole and William Murray (Lord Mansfield) to Archibald Duke of Argyle, David Lord Viscount Stormont, and John Sharpe, in consideration of ten shillings and subject to specific trusts and declarations.
Indenture establishing extradition and jurisdiction procedures for the Isle of Man, 1417
Indenture establishing extradition and jurisdiction procedures for the Isle of Man, 1417
A 1417 indenture between commissioners of John de Stanley (Lord of Man) and the 24 keys (principal men) of Mann, establishing procedures for the extradition of felons who flee the lordship and penalties for barons who harbour them. This document demonstrates the constitutional and legal framework of medieval Manx governance and the relationship between the Lord and the keys, relevant to understanding the island's institutional structure before the 1765 Revestment.
Indenture for conveyance of tythes, hereditaments and premises by Duke of Atholl and Lord Viscount Stormont to John Murray
Indenture for conveyance of tythes, hereditaments and premises by Duke of Atholl and Lord Viscount Stormont to John Murray
This is an indenture (legal deed) documenting the conveyance of tythes, hereditaments and premises from James Duke of Atholl and David Lord Viscount Stormont to John Murray of Strowan for the sum of ten shillings. The document establishes trusts and outlines the parties' mutual obligations regarding property transfer and legal interests.
Indenture of Assignment concerning rectory rights and properties in the Isle of Man
Indenture of Assignment concerning rectory rights and properties in the Isle of Man
A legal document describing the terms of an Indenture of Assignment dated 5 April 1756, concerning the transfer of rectory rights, tithes, glebe lands, and various ecclesiastical properties and hereditaments in the Isle of Man. The document references the assignment of these properties to John Murray and subsequent transfer to George, Earl of [title incomplete].
Indenture of Feofment concerning rectories, impropriations and tithes in Isle of Man
Indenture of Feofment concerning rectories, impropriations and tithes in Isle of Man
This is an excerpt from a legal indenture concerning the transfer and vesting of ecclesiastical property including rectories, impropriations, tithes, and glebe lands in the Isle of Man. The document deals with revocation of previous trusts and the establishment of new trustees and feoffees, with property to be vested in John Murray of Strowan and his heirs.
Indenture of Feofment concerning the Isle of Man and lands, dated 1737.
Indenture of Feofment concerning the Isle of Man and lands, dated 1737.
This is a formal legal deed (Indenture of Feofment with Livery and Seizin) dated 14 November 1737, concerning the settlement and conveyance of the Isle of Man, Castle Peel, Lordship and Territory, and associated lands and hereditaments. The document establishes trusts for the settlement of these properties and includes provisions for the daughters of James, Duke of Athole.
Indenture of John Darse to William Park for musical apprenticeship, 1503
Indenture of John Darse to William Park for musical apprenticeship, 1503
A 1503 apprenticeship indenture in which John Darse agrees to serve William Park for six years, receiving instruction in singing, music theory, organ playing, and disciplines of good manners. The Abbot of Rushen monastery provides annual financial support of 13 shillings 4 pence. This document demonstrates social structures, education systems, and economic arrangements in early 16th-century Isle of Man, providing context for pre-Revestment Manx administrative and ecclesiastical history.
Indenture provisions regarding James Duke of Atholl's powers over Isle of Man and trusts.
Indenture provisions regarding James Duke of Atholl's powers over Isle of Man and trusts.
This is an excerpt from a legal indenture document detailing the powers granted to James Duke of Atholl concerning the Isle of Man, its castle at Peel, and associated lordship and territories. The document outlines his authority to raise funds through mortgage or demise, manage the property during his lifetime, and crucially, his power to revoke, alter, or modify the trusts and agreements contained within the indenture through written instrument or testament.
Indenture regarding Duke of Atholl's estate interests in Isle of Man
Indenture regarding Duke of Atholl's estate interests in Isle of Man
A legal document concerning a Deed of Feofment involving James Duke of Atholl and trustees (Archibald Duke of Argyle, David Lord Viscount Stormont, and John Sharpe) regarding the Isle of Man, its Castle, Peel, Lordships and Territory. The document details conditions for re-enfeoffment and reconveyance of the estate.
Indenture regarding transfer of Isle of Man and ecclesiastical benefices (1737)
Indenture regarding transfer of Isle of Man and ecclesiastical benefices (1737)
A legal document recording the transfer of the Isle of Man, Castle Peel, lordship, territories, and ecclesiastical hereditaments. References an original indenture dated 14 November 1737 between James Duke of Athol and various grantees including John Earl of Dunmore and William Murray (later Lord Mansfield), with reversions and remainders to be held by Archibald Duke of Argyle, David Lord Viscount Stormont, and John Sharpe in trust.
Indenture regarding trusts and feoffment of the Isle of Man and related properties
Indenture regarding trusts and feoffment of the Isle of Man and related properties
This is a legal indenture concerning the transfer of trusts related to the Isle of Man, its lordship and territory. It references an earlier deed of feoffment dated April 6, 1756, and discusses the appointment of new trustees (including James Duke) to replace Archibald Duke of Argyle and John Sharpe, with consideration of ten shillings paid to the trustees.
Indenture revoking trusts and declarations between James Duke of Athole and John Murray
Indenture revoking trusts and declarations between James Duke of Athole and John Murray
A legal indenture by which James Duke of Athole revokes and makes void all trusts, directions, declarations and agreements previously established, exercising powers granted to him by an earlier Indenture of Assignment dated 5 April 1756. The document involves John Murray and references assignment by the Earl of Aberdeen.
Indenture sexpartite between James Duke of Atholl and others, 1761
Indenture sexpartite between James Duke of Atholl and others, 1761
A formal indenture agreement dated November 21, 1761, involving six parties including James Duke of Atholl (Lord of Man and the Isles), David Lord Viscount Stormont (British Ambassador to Dresden), John Murray, John Wood (Governor of the Isle of Man), Sir Charles Frederick, and Edmond Hoskins. The document appears to be a significant legal instrument concerning the governance or administration of the Isle of Man.
Indenture sexpartite concerning transfer of tythes and premises by Daniel Mylrea
Indenture sexpartite concerning transfer of tythes and premises by Daniel Mylrea
Fragment of a legal indenture documenting the transfer of impropriate tythes and premises by Daniel Mylrea on behalf of James Duke of Athole and David Lord Viscount Stormont to John Murray Esquire, delivered through his attorneys Robert Heney and Captain Thomas Radcliffe. The document is witnessed by fourteen named individuals.
Indenture tripartite of Assignment concerning Isle of Man property (1756)
Indenture tripartite of Assignment concerning Isle of Man property (1756)
A legal document detailing property assignments related to the Isle of Man, referencing multiple indentures from 1740 and 1756. The document describes the conveyance and reposition of the Isle, Castle, Peel, Lordship and Territory of Man between James Duke of Athole, John Sharpe, and George Earl of Aberdeen.
Index to documents concerning Bishoprick of Man, reserved rights, and Church patronage
Index to documents concerning Bishoprick of Man, reserved rights, and Church patronage
This is a table of contents or index listing various administrative and legal documents relating to the Bishoprick of Sodor and Man, Church patronage, Abbey temporalities and spiritualities, and reserved rights. The documents appear to address inquiries from 1792 regarding rights including wrecks, boons and services, game, and funding for the House of Keys.
Index to HO 99/16: Home Office papers relating to Isle of Man, 1765–1816
Index to HO 99/16: Home Office papers relating to Isle of Man, 1765–1816
A comprehensive index to volume HO 99/16 of Home Office papers sent to the Isle of Man governors and lieutenants-governor between 1765 and 1817. The index lists recipient, date, and summary of each document, covering administrative appointments, military matters, quarantine orders, smuggling prosecutions, and constitutional issues. Essential reference for tracking official correspondence and policy implementation post-Revestment.