A petition fragment addressing an authority (likely the Lieutenant Governor) regarding an illegal seizure of sea rights or territory. The petitioners request that their claim be admitted to record for future legal proceedings. The document appears to be the concluding portion of a longer petition.

A petition describing the illegal seizure of tea by Philip Barnes, an officer acting under His Majesty in the Port of Peel, and armed men who entered the houses of Thomas Woods and Philip Cottier. The petitioners sought return of the goods but received no satisfactory answer from the officers and intend to claim their property rights in court.

A petition (memorialists' submission) to an unnamed authority describing criminal assault and deforcement of revenue officers on the Isle of Man, and detailing concerns about unregulated interior commerce, particularly the brewing industry which has grown to substantial heights. The petitioners argue breweries gain unfair advantage through import bounties and exemption from malt duty.

A legal document addressing fraudulent insurances on prohibited goods shipped to the Isle of Man and the obstruction of revenue officers by islanders and smugglers. The document references the 4th and 5th of William and Mary Cap. 15 Sec. 14 and discusses the need for legislative provisions to prevent such activities.

This is a petition from an unidentified group (referred to as 'your Petitioners') addressed to the House of Keys concerning their role in criminal justice proceedings. The petitioners express concerns about judicial tenure, the security of office for judges, and their own position as participants in the criminal court. They reference their service since 1765 and express grievances about perceived wrongs and insults to their authority.

This is an excerpt from a petition submitted to the House of Keys addressing concerns about judicial independence and the petitioners' role in criminal proceedings. The petitioners argue for secure tenure for criminal judges and express their willingness to resign their judicial duties if such safeguards are implemented, while protesting what they view as studied insult and public wrong.

A petition from members of the House of Keys asserting their historical right to participate in tempering justice and modifying sentences in criminal cases. The petition references a 1817 criminal law reform and disputes the interpretation of the Court of Gaol-delivery's composition following questions posed by the Duke of Athol in December 1821.

This is an excerpt from a petition (page 13) concerning the state of public buildings on the Isle of Man. The memorialists argue that an Act of Parliament failed to provide adequate provisions for maintaining necessary public buildings, which have fallen into disrepair. They lament the Island's lack of representation in London and request consideration for alterations and improvements needed for proper civil government.

This is an excerpt from a petition addressing opposition to a taxation or revenue act affecting the Isle of Man. The document argues that opposition to the act is unconstitutional and harmful to the King's government and the inhabitants' rights. It discusses the Duke's landed property within the island and its assessment under the act.

A petition from W. Nicholson, Postmaster, to the Lords requesting protection from legal prosecution regarding penny post letter taxation between Douglas and Castletown. Nicholson argues he is being oppressed through lawsuits in a court where the Governor serves as both judge and plaintiff, despite his actions being authorized by Act of Parliament and Postmaster instructions.

A petition to Parliament regarding the resolution of reserved rights, particularly manorial claims, under the Act of 1765. The petitioners argue that these claims have caused forty-five years of trouble, expense, dissension, and annoyance to both the inhabitants and His Majesty's Government, and urge Parliament to consider the purchase and revestment of such rights in the Crown.

A petition submitted to the House of Keys (or similar authority) regarding the suppression of free speech rights in the Court of Tynwald. The petitioners describe how the Lieutenant-Governor has recently restricted debate privileges that were historically exercised by all members, while permitting speech to his Council and the petitioners' speaker alone.

A petition (or memorial) addressing the Crown regarding extensive smuggling operations conducted from the Isle of Man. The document argues that the quantity of smuggled goods is so considerable that they would produce approximately £350,000 annually if properly duty-paid in Great Britain, representing a substantial loss to His Majesty's Revenues. It details the geographical and operational advantages that make the island an ideal smuggling base.

This document is an excerpt from a petition (memorialists' petition) describing smuggling activities on the Isle of Man, particularly on the west coast. It details the organizational sophistication of smugglers, their ability to rapidly unload cargo and disperse through mountainous terrain on horseback, and incidents of armed resistance to revenue officers. The petitioners argue for stronger enforcement measures.

A petition to a noble authority (referred to as 'Your Lordships') regarding smuggling activities in the Isle of Man. The memorialists discuss seizure proportions, the role of local courts in debt recovery for smuggled goods, and propose legal measures to prevent debt enforcement for smuggling contracts. The document indicates significant smuggling trade and suggests interventions.

A petition excerpt concerning illicit trade and smuggling in the Isle of Man, discussing how smugglers exploit the island as a convenient landing point. The document references the Act of George I (Cap. 21, Sec. 9) prohibiting importation of India goods into the Isle of Man and requests extension of Exchequer court powers in Scotland to match those in England and Ireland for seizure proceedings.

A petition addressing smuggling operations involving the Isle of Man and requesting legislative measures to prevent inhabitants from offending against revenue laws. It discusses the use of false bills of lading and clearances by smuggling vessels, and proposes a clause similar to the 18th Section of the 9th year of George II's Act to deter smuggling and intimidate those assisting in running goods.

A formal petition submitted to the Lords addressing smuggling concerns, particularly regarding raw hides exportation to the Isle of Man and wine smuggling into Scotland. The memorialists request suppression of certain exports and report their assessment of smuggling activity.

Fragment of a petition addressing the restoration of sovereignty to His Majesty and the reduction of the Duke of Atholl's powers in the Isle of Man following the vesting Act and the Revolution of 1765. The document discusses the removal of 'imperium in imperio' and the grievances of inhabitants.

A petition addressing concerns about the suppression of judicial answers that should have been delivered and enrolled among records. The petitioners reference legislative procedures of Tynwald requiring Governor/Lieutenant-Governor approval and consent of thirteen Keys members, and question the authority competent to decide common law matters for the Island.

A petition from Manx memorialists describing the dilapidated state of the Tynwald Court House in Saint John's Chapel and other government buildings in Castletown, including courts and record repositories. The document references legislative efforts by His Grace in 1780-1781 to bring bills before British Parliament.

A petition to His Excellency (likely the Governor) from Manx memorialists complaining about the Duke of Atholl's unconstitutional interference in the Island's legislative processes. The petitioners argue that the Duke's obstruction of necessary measures is damaging both His Majesty's Government and the constitutional rights of the Island's subjects.

This is an excerpt from a petition addressing the Isle of Man legislature, requesting the passage of legislation to remedy difficulties arising from the Revesting Act. The petitioner seeks remedies in accordance with the Act of Settlement and ancient constitutional laws, with a requirement that the Duke or his Agent be provided with a copy of the proposed bill six months before its passage.

This is an excerpt from a formal petition, likely addressed to His Majesty, in which memorialists seek protection of their legislative privileges and the right of self-legislation. The petitioners request that attempts to bar the legislature from accessing the throne be discouraged, and that the island's legislature be allowed to operate without unusual contests and expense.

A petition dated 1607 addressing a dispute over sovereignty of the Isle of Man following the death of Ferdinando, Earl of Derby. The petition traces the Stanley family's grant from Henry IV (c. 1407) through 200 years of peaceful possession, and disputes the Attorney General's challenge to the original grant on technical legal grounds. Relevant to understanding pre-Revestment feudal claims and constitutional questions surrounding Manx sovereignty.