Report from Governor Lindesay to the Duke of Atholl describing recent legislative acts passed by the Manx Keys, including concerns about deemsters' fees and a champerty act. Discusses a dispute over the Ballalough estate involving Arthur Calcot, and criticises the activities of attorney Gill and customs officer Sidebotham. Provides insight into early 18th-century Manx governance and revenue issues.

Report from Governor George Lindsay to the Duke of Atholl detailing seizures by HMS Wolfe, alleged infringements of Atholl's rights and revenue privileges, and suspicion of political interference. Includes accounts of captured vessels and concerns about loss of customs revenue. Demonstrates tensions between naval authority and proprietary rights on the Isle of Man before the 1765 Revestment.

Governor George Lindsay's report to the Duke of Atholl covering financial instruments (bills of exchange), a clergy disciplinary matter, and celebrations following the defeat of the Jacobite rebellion. The letter demonstrates the administrative structure of Atholl's rule over the Isle of Man and the island's loyalty during the 1745-46 Rising.

Letter from Governor Lindsey reporting to the Duke of Atholl on failed attempts to recruit soldiers across the Isle of Man, attributing the failure to labour scarcity and the islanders' preference for sea employment over military service. References commercial shipping to Liverpool and Whitehaven, suggesting smuggling or privateering interests. Includes financial notes on bills of exchange from Dublin and Dublin Bishop.

Letter from Governor Lindsey to the Duke of Atholl reporting the failure to recruit soldiers on the Isle of Man, attributing this to labour scarcity and Manx preference for maritime work, particularly smuggling routes to Liverpool and Whitehaven. Also discusses financial bills and progress at Glenchass (likely a mining or industrial site).

Report from Governor Lindsey to the Duke of Atholl detailing financial arrangements for remitting cash to London via Dublin intermediaries, including promissory notes for £1,000 sterling. Also reports on mining operations at Glenchass and Maughold Head, assessing prospects for ore extraction and economic viability. Provides insight into 18th-century Manx commerce, financial networks, and the Duke's commercial interests on the island.

A letter from Governor Lindsey to the Duke of Atholl reporting on financial remittances, bill arrangements with Dublin merchants, the stability of promissory notes, and the status of mining operations at Glenchass and Maughold Head. The letter provides insight into Isle of Man's administrative operations, revenue collection, and economic activities in the mid-18th century, prior to the 1765 Revestment.

Governor Lindsey reports to the Duke of Atholl on violent seizures of private property at sea, concerns about revenue collection, and a scurrilous pamphlet circulating on the Isle of Man criticizing the government and its laws. The governor expresses alarm about the impact on Atholl's interests and mentions detaining the crew of the Wolfe sloop pending instructions.

Letter from Governor Edward Smith to Sir Grey Cooper at the Treasury (9 January 1779) requesting urgent consideration of copper coinage for the Isle of Man. Smith reports that a new cambric manufactory, established at government expense, is suffering from lack of small change, and warns that the settlement and its investors will be lost without immediate relief. This document illustrates post-Revestment administrative concerns and the Treasury's role in Manx economic development.

Letter from Governor Edward Smith to Sir Grey Cooper, Baronet (Treasury official) requesting urgent action on copper coinage for the Isle of Man. Smith reports that a new cambric manufactory recently established at government expense is suffering from lack of copper currency, threatening to discourage new settlers and waste public investment. The letter references prior Treasury papers on Manx coinage and requests immediate relief.

Letter from Edward Smith, newly appointed Governor of the Isle of Man, to Lord North (Prime Minister) requesting a royal portrait of George III and furnishings for the chapel at Castle Rushen. Written on arrival in England prior to taking up his post, the letter illustrates post-Revestment administrative arrangements and the symbolic importance of royal imagery in establishing British sovereignty over the Island.

Letter from newly appointed Governor Edward Smith to Lord North (First Lord of the Treasury) requesting a portrait of King George III and furnishings for the chapel at Castle Rushen. Written just after the 1765 Revestment, this document illustrates post-Revestment administrative arrangements and the symbolic establishment of Crown authority on the island through religious and ceremonial institutions.

Extract of a letter from Governor Smith to the Earl of Suffolk regarding the civil and customs establishment on the Isle of Man. Smith discusses arrears on the civil list, proposes staffing changes and salary reductions for customs and boatmen, and advocates for recruiting local Manx officers to combat smuggling rather than relying on foreign revenue officers unfamiliar with local smuggling practices.

Extract of a letter from Governor Smith to the Earl of Suffolk discussing the Isle of Man's civil and customs establishment in 1777. Smith requests funding for additional clerical staff, comments on arrears in the civil list, and proposes reforms to the customs revenue collection system, including the recruitment of local Manx officers with knowledge of smuggling practices and reduction of boatmen's salaries.

Letter from Governor John Wood of the Isle of Man to the Lords Commissioners of the Treasury, dated 14 March 1772, requesting immediate payment of £1000 against his overdue salary of over £1300. Wood notes that Receiver General Lutwidge had advised in October and November 1771 that he awaited Treasury directions for payment, but no response was received. The letter demonstrates post-Revestment administrative friction and salary payment difficulties faced by the Governor.

Letter from Governor John Wood to the Lords Commissioners of the Treasury dated 14 March 1772, requesting payment of overdue salary (£1300+) by drawing a draft for £1000 on John Drummond & Co. Wood notes that Charles Lutwidge, the Receiver General, had refused payment without Treasury directions in October 1771 and November 1771, but has provided no further communication. The document illustrates post-Revestment administrative difficulties and tensions between the Governor and the absentee Receiver General.

Letter from Governor John Wood to the Duke of Atholl enclosing a petition from Manx merchants and gentlemen requesting removal of trade restrictions and opening of new commerce articles. Wood reports a general meeting in Douglas where a committee of five was appointed to formulate a commercial plan, which has been forwarded to the Treasury and the King. Wood argues that proper trade encouragement could eliminate illicit trade and improve island revenues.

Two letters from Governor John Wood to the Lords Commissioners of the Treasury and to an unnamed Lord, requesting payment of £1,300+ in accumulated salary arrears and drawing a bill for £1,000 to meet expenses. The document reveals post-Revestment financial difficulties, the absence of Receiver General Lutwidge from the island, and systemic failures in the payment of civil officers. A related warrant from March 1768 is also included.

Two letters from Governor John Wood to the Lords Commissioners of the Treasury and an unnamed lord, dated 14 March 1772, concerning unpaid salary arrears exceeding £1300. Wood requests £1000 via bill of exchange drawn on Messrs Drummond & Co, citing administrative dysfunction and the diversion of island revenues to harbour improvements rather than civil establishment payments. The file also includes a related warrant from 1768 for £1400. Documents reveal post-Revestment payment dysfunction and tension between Wood and Receiver General Lutwidge.

A collection of official correspondence between Governor John Wood, Treasury officials, and Charles Lutwidge (Receiver General) concerning the controversial vesting of the Water Bailiff office in revenue officers rather than civil magistrates. Wood argues this creates jurisdictional confusion; Lutwidge defends the historical precedent and necessity for revenue control. Includes supporting documents and statutory extracts from 1422–1711 establishing the Water Bailiff's dual civil-revenue role.

A batch of official correspondence between Governor John Wood and Treasury officials (via Lord Halifax) concerning the disputed jurisdiction of the Water Bailiff office in the Isle of Man. Wood objects to Charles Lutwidge, as Receiver General, appointing revenue officers as Water Bailiffs, creating confusion between civil and revenue functions. Lutwidge's detailed response defends the historical integration of the Water Bailiff office within the Revenue Department, supported by statutory extracts dating to 1422. Central to post-Revestment governance tensions.

Letter from Governor John Wood to the Duke of Atholl transmitting a petition from Manx merchants and gentlemen requesting removal of trade restrictions and commercial concessions. Wood reports on a general meeting in Douglas where a committee of five was appointed to develop a plan for improving commerce and revenue. The letter discusses efforts to suppress illicit trade and the petition sent to the King through the Secretary of State, emphasizing that trade liberalisation could end smuggling and improve Crown revenues.

Letter from Governor Wood of Isle of Man to the Earl of Suffolk (Secretary of State) dated 8 January 1774, complaining of four years of accumulated unpaid salary (£600 per annum) despite a 1770 Royal Warrant authorizing payment from island revenues. Wood discusses obstacles from the Receiver General and Treasury, and suggests administrative improvements to salary payment procedures. The letter illustrates post-Revestment governance tensions and revenue management issues.

Extract of a letter from Governor Wood to the Earl of Suffolk (Secretary of State), dated 8 January 1774, detailing his grievance over four years of arrears on his £600 annual salary. Wood describes his attempts to obtain payment through the Receiver General and the Board of Treasury, noting that the Treasury claimed no fund existed despite considerable importations generating revenue. The letter illustrates post-Revestment administrative dysfunction and tension over financial procedures on the Isle of Man.

Governor Wood writes to the Earl of Suffolk in January 1774 complaining of four years' arrears in salary payment (£600 p.a.). He describes the bureaucratic impasse between the Receiver General (who claims he lacks authority without Treasury orders) and the Lords of the Treasury (who cite lack of appropriated funds). Wood notes that Isle of Man revenues from imports should have accrued sufficient funds and proposes decentralizing salary payment to the island's Receiver General. This document illustrates post-Revestment administrative dysfunction and revenue handling issues.