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Lt Governor Dawson to Governor Smith re Duke of Atholl's imminent visit

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13 June 1788

Letter from Lieutenant Governor John Dawson to Governor Smith expressing concern about the Duke of Atholl's planned visit to the Isle of Man. Dawson fears public disorder and lack of proper royal dignity, and seeks advance knowledge of his instructions from the Secretary of State. The letter reflects tensions between the Duke's residual authority and the Crown's governorship on the island.

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