Name

The Dexter Affair: Customs investigation into alleged mistreatment of informer and family

Description

Treasury correspondence and supporting affidavits concerning John Dexter, an Isle of Man tenant-farmer who attempted to report smuggling activities to British customs authorities. The document includes sworn statements from local witnesses defending John Quayle (Comptroller) against allegations of ill-treatment, and Dexter's petition requesting employment in His Majesty's Customs service after being forced to flee the island.

Date

30 July 1765

Place

Whitehaven

Douglas

Castletown

Castle Rushen

Bridge House

Isle of Man

Dublin

Related To

Paul Bridson

Charles Lutwidge

John Quayle

Collection

The Last Years of the Lordship

Crown Administration

Type

Administrative Correspondence

Date Created

1765-07-30

Creator

Customs Commissioners; J. Freemantle

Audience

Charles Lowndes Esq (Treasury); Lord Commissioners of His Majesty's Treasury

Identifier

T 1/439/156-160; T 1/446/182

Language

English