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Royal Proclamation for continuing officers in the Isle of Man following purchase
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A printed royal proclamation issued by King George III regarding the continuation of officers in the Isle of Man following Parliament's enactment of a contract for the Crown's purchase of the island from the Duke and Duchess of Atholl for £70,000, payable by June 1, 1765. The proclamation directs the continuation of existing officials and officers in their posts.
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- Text printed and rotated 90° clockwise. Significant obscuration and damage throughout, particularly in right column. Multiple words and passages illegible or partially obscured. Opening and closing portions severely affected.
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- English