John Christian (First Deemster) to Hobhouse on libel trial and Roper's conduct, 30 June 1826 · Revestment 1765

Name: John Christian (First Deemster) to Hobhouse on libel trial and Roper's conduct, 30 June 1826
Description: Letter from John Christian, First Deemster of the Isle of Man, to an unnamed recipient (possibly Henry Hobhouse at the Home Office) describing a trial for libel brought against him by W. Roper following Roper's readmission to the Manx bar. Christian details allegations of perjury, corruption, and political malice, and appeals for intervention from the Home Secretary (Peel). The letter provides insight into post-1765 Manx judicial politics and tensions between local officials.
Date: 30 June 1826
Place: Isle of Man
Related To: John Christian; Robert Peel
Type: Financial Data
Collection: Crown Administration; Emigration and Diaspora
Type: Administrative Correspondence
Date Created: 1826-06-30
Creator: John Christian, First Deemster of the Isle of Man
Audience: ?Hobhouse (likely Henry Hobhouse, Home Office)
Identifier: HO 98/74
Language: English