Sources

Lutwidge's Report on John Fearon's Salmon Fishery Petition, Isle of Man 1770

Source
26 April 1770

Charles Lutwidge's official report to the Treasury Lords on John Fearon's petition concerning losses from the salmon fishery lease in the Isle of Man. Includes financial accounts showing Fearon's losses (£387:17:11) and discusses environmental damage from flax steeping in rivers, with Governor Wood's response ordering enforcement of existing prohibitions.

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  • English