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Memorial of Charles Lutwidge on Isle of Man Revenue—proposals to raise funds post-Revestment

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6 July 1769

Charles Lutwidge's 1769 memorial to the Treasury Lords explaining revenue shortfalls following the 1765 Revestment and proposing duty reductions on tea and export allowances for spirits to stimulate trade and reduce smuggling. Documents the failure of the 1765 revenue legislation and requests emergency financial relief for government officers.

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