Private correspondence from Col Mark Wilks (Speaker of the House of Keys) to James Clarke (Attorney-General) discussing draft legislation for Isle of Man, including a police bill and coroner's bill intended to reform juries and protect property. References consultation with John McHutchin (Clerk of the Rolls) and coordination with UK Government policy under Mr Peel. Postscript addresses High Road Act expiration and concerns about lawlessness among the lower classes.