An official report to the Commissioners for the repair and maintenance of Manx harbours, detailing the condition of ports at Douglas, Darbyhaven, Castletown, Peel, and Ramsey following storms and post-Revestment administration. Includes damage assessments, repair recommendations, and financial commitments for reconstruction.
Official report to the Commissioners of Isle of Man Ports on the condition of all major harbours (Douglas, Darbyhaven, Castletown, Peel, and Ramsey) following the 1765 Revestment. Details damage from the March 1769 storm, repairs funded from Crown duties, and recommendations for further works. Provides detailed architectural and engineering assessment of each port's infrastructure.
A petition from Charles Lutwidge, Receiver General of Revenue for the Isle of Man, to the Treasury Lords seeking clarification on whether he is authorized to pay civil officers' salaries under the King's Warrant of 18 July 1770, or whether surplus revenue must be paid into the Exchequer for subsequent issuance. The document highlights administrative confusion over post-Revestment revenue and salary procedures.
Charles Lutwidge, Receiver General of Revenue for the Isle of Man, petitions the Treasury Lords for clarification on whether he is authorized to pay civil officers' salaries under the King's Warrant of 18 July 1770, or whether surplus revenue must be paid to the Exchequer for redistribution. The memorial reflects post-Revestment administrative confusion about revenue disposal and officer compensation.
Memorial from Charles Lutwidge, Receiver-General of Revenue for the Isle of Man, to the Lords Commissioners of the Treasury seeking clarification on whether he is authorized to pay civil officers' salaries directly under a Royal Warrant of 18 July 1770, or whether surplus revenue must be paid into the Exchequer. This document directly addresses post-Revestment administrative and financial arrangements.
Charles Lutwidge's administrative report to Grey Cooper on John Fearon's petition concerning salmon fishery losses in the Isle of Man (1768–1770). Includes detailed financial accounts showing Fearon's losses (£387:17:11), discussion of inadequate legal protections for the fishery lease, and Governor Wood's response addressing illegal flax-steeping in Manx rivers. Demonstrates post-Revestment revenue administration and governance challenges.
Charles Lutwidge's official report to the Treasury Lords on John Fearon's petition concerning losses from the salmon fishery lease in the Isle of Man. Includes financial accounts showing Fearon's losses (£387:17:11) and discusses environmental damage from flax steeping in rivers, with Governor Wood's response ordering enforcement of existing prohibitions.
A certified statement and oath documenting provisions (bread, coals, candles) delivered by John Younger, agent to Anthony Bacon, to His Majesty's Troops in the Isle of Man between 6 April and 7 July 1770. The certificate is sworn before Calcot Heywood, a Deemster, and countersigned by Captain John Hedges of the 48th Regiment. Relevant to post-Revestment military administration and supply logistics on the Island.
Official certificate and sworn statement certifying delivery of provisions (bread, coals, candles) to the 48th Regiment of Foot stationed on the Isle of Man between April–July 1770. The document shows military provisioning arrangements on the island and was submitted to the Lords of the Treasury for accounting purposes.
Letter from Governor John Wood to the Treasury (dated 27 June 1770, read 5 July 1770) objecting to the Customs Office in London directing Revenue Officers on the Isle of Man to issue orders to civil and military officers without the Governor's knowledge or consent. The letter was prompted by a duplicate notice regarding precautions against plague vessels. It illustrates tensions between Treasury/Revenue authority and gubernatorial sovereignty on the Island.
Letter from John Wood (likely Governor of Isle of Man) to the Treasury dated 27 June 1770, protesting that Revenue Officers issued orders to Civil and Military officers without gubernatorial authority or knowledge. Wood notes receipt of duplicate letters regarding potential plague vessels and raises constitutional concerns about the Treasury's direct exercise of power over island officials.
Letter from Charles Lutwidge to Grey Cooper at the Treasury (15 June 1770) transmitting an estimate of £155 8s for repairs to Douglas Pier following storm damage in March 1770. Lutwidge requests Treasury approval and proposes a tonnage tax on ships using the harbour to fund repairs. The estimate details costs for mason work, materials, and reconstruction of the lighthouse.
Letter from Charles Lutwidge to Grey Cooper at the Treasury, enclosing an estimate of £155:8:0 for repairs to Douglas Pier damaged by storms in March 1770. Lutwidge requests Treasury approval and proposes a tonnage tax on vessels using the harbour to fund repairs. The document includes itemised repair costs and notes on subsequent harbour damage in 1786.
A 1769 petition from Manx merchants and gentlemen to the British Treasury, requesting relief from post-Revestment trade restrictions. The petitioners describe economic distress following the 1765 purchase of sovereignty, highlighting loss of commerce, emigration, deteriorating harbors, and the burden of pre-Revestment restraining laws. The petition articulates the island's capacity to benefit Britain and requests specific trade indulgences.
A petition from Manx merchants and gentlemen to the Lords of the Treasury, submitted in 1769, requesting relief from the economic hardships imposed by restrictive trade laws following the 1765 Revestment. The petitioners argue that post-Revestment regulations have devastated the island's economy, depopulated its trading towns, ruined its harbours, and driven skilled workers abroad. They request liberalisation of trade to restore prosperity.
This is a detailed Treasury account documenting salaries paid to civil and revenue officers in the Isle of Man from 5 July 1767 (when the Revestment Act commenced) to 5 July 1769. It includes quarterly revenue receipts from imports at the four main ports (Douglas, Darby Haven, Peel, Ramsay), arrears of salaries owed to the Governor and civil officers, and specific payments to Charles Lutwidge for his roles as Surveyor General and Water Bailiff. The document provides crucial financial evidence of how the newly acquired island was administered and funded during the immediate post-Revestment period.
Treasury account documenting salaries and incidental expenses paid to revenue and civil officers in the Isle of Man from 5 July 1767 (when the Revestment Act commenced) to 5 July 1769, with arrears due. Includes detailed breakdown of payments to the Governor, Deemsters, Attorney General, revenue officers, constables, and administrative staff, plus receipts from imports at Douglas, Darby Haven, Peele and Ramsay ports.
Charles Lutwidge's memorial to the Lords Commissioners of the Treasury explaining shortfalls in revenue from the 1765 Isle of Man Revestment Act and proposing remedies: allowing spirit exports and reducing tea duties to prevent smuggling from Ireland. Discusses the economic impact of advance stockpiling by Islanders and competition from lower Irish duties.
Charles Lutwidge's 1769 memorial to the Treasury Lords explaining revenue shortfalls following the 1765 Revestment and proposing duty reductions on tea and export allowances for spirits to stimulate trade and reduce smuggling. Documents the failure of the 1765 revenue legislation and requests emergency financial relief for government officers.
A detailed petition by the inhabitants of the Isle of Man arguing for restoration of ancient constitutional and commercial rights following the 1765 Revestment. The document traces Manx legal history, parliamentary acts affecting the island's trade (1710–1765), and the severe economic consequences of the 1765 Act restricting commerce. It challenges the legitimacy of Parliament's authority to strip commercial privileges without consent or compensation.
A formal petition presented by the inhabitants of the Isle of Man to Parliament in February 1765, following the passage of the Revestment Act. The document outlines the historical constitutional status of Man, its independent legislative power (Tynwald), and the ancient commercial privileges of its people. It protests the purchase of the island by the Crown from the Duke of Atholl and the subsequent restrictive trade legislation (5 Geo 3 Cap 25 and the Act for preventing illicit trade), arguing these measures violated immemorial rights and caused severe economic hardship. The petition requests parliamentary redress and trade concessions.
A detailed expense account compiled by John Younger, Commissary to His Majesty's Troops in the Isle of Man, covering costs for victualling, transport, and warehousing of provisions (flour, bread, coals) across multiple Manx locations (Ramsey, Peel, Jurby, Castletown, Dawby, Port Iron, Port St. Mary, Douglas) during July–October 1767. Relevant to understanding post-Revestment military logistics and the administrative infrastructure required to support the garrison.
A detailed itemized account of commissary expenses incurred by John Younger for victualling His Majesty's troops stationed across the Isle of Man from July to October 1767. The document lists specific costs for flour, bread, coal deliveries, warehouse rents, and carriage between garrison locations (Ramsey, Peel, Douglas, Castletown, and other ports), providing insight into military logistics and the distribution of troops across the island during the post-Revestment period.
A series of administrative documents from the Commissioners of the Customhouse London concerning Charles Lutwidge's memorial for a reward for services in forming improvement plans for Isle of Man customs duties and expenses incurred during the passage of the Revestment Act. Includes financial accounts of receipts and charges from May 1765 to July 1767, salary arrears, and incidental expenses. Shows the Commissioners' initial resistance to authorizing payment from customs revenue, followed by compliance after Treasury direction.
A series of Treasury and Customhouse documents concerning Charles Lutwidge's request for reward and reimbursement for expenses incurred while attending Parliament for the passage of legislation regulating Isle of Man customs. Includes revenue accounts from May 1765 to July 1767, salary statements, and correspondence between the Customhouse Commissioners and Lords of the Treasury debating the propriety of paying expenses from the customs revenue. Documents the financial settlement following the Revestment and shows administrative tensions over revenue appropriation.
