Letter from the Duke of Atholl at Atholl House responding to the Crown's (via his Lordships) inquiry about selling the Isle of Man under the Act of 12 George I. The Duke expresses his reluctance to part with the island as an ancient family birthright of four centuries, but indicates willingness to negotiate if deemed important for His Majesty's service and the public good. He references previous failed attempts by former administrations including Sir Robert Walpole and Mr Pelham to acquire the island.