Charles Lutwidge's comprehensive revenue report to Thomas Orde (Treasury) covering Isle of Man customs duties (1767–1781), herring fishery statistics (1765–1781), harbour officer establishment, and legal observations defending Crown ownership of herring duties against the Duke of Atholl's post-Revestment claim. Critical for understanding revenue disputes and fishing rights interpretation after 1765.
Letter from Charles Lutwidge to the Treasury Lords reporting his swearing-in as Receiver General and Collector of Revenues for the Isle of Man following the Revestment. He describes the arrival of troops from Ireland, appointment of revenue officers at key ports, removal of officers involved in smuggling, and preparations for the formal proclamation of possession. The letter highlights immediate concerns about illicit trade and the native population's resistance to military billeting.
Letter from Charles Lutwidge to Treasury Lords reporting his swearing-in as Receiver General and Collector of Revenues for the Isle of Man following the Crown's purchase of sovereignty. He describes the arrival of Irish troops near Douglas, the appointment of duty collectors at key ports, removal of officers suspected of smuggling involvement, and the Governor's proclamation ceremony planned for 11 July. Lutwidge pledges to suppress illicit trade and provide financial accounts.
Letter from Charles Lutwidge to the Treasury Lords confirming his swearing-in as Receiver General and Collector of Revenues for the Isle of Man following the Revestment. Reports arrival of troops from Ireland near Douglas, appointment of revenue collectors at key ports, dismissal of officers implicated in smuggling, and preparation for formal possession ceremony. Documents early implementation of royal revenue control and anti-smuggling measures.
Letter from Charles Lutwidge to the Treasury, dated 1 July 1765, reporting his swearing-in as Receiver General and Collector of Revenues for the Isle of Man following the Revestment. He reports the arrival of troops from Ireland, his appointment of new duty collectors at key ports, the removal of officers implicated in smuggling, and preparations for the formal proclamation of British possession.
A paper submitted to the Lords of the Treasury by Charles Lutwidge arguing for repeal of a trade clause imposed on the Isle of Man following the 1765 Revestment. Lutwidge contends that the clause was temporary, that strict controls are already in place via Act 7 Geo.3 Cap 45, and that improved customs enforcement makes further restrictions unnecessary. This document reflects post-Revestment administrative tensions over trade regulation.
A formal petition or memorandum submitted by Charles Lutwidge to the Treasury Lords, arguing for repeal of a restrictive trade clause imposed after the 1765 Revestment. Lutwidge contends that the clause was temporary and its purpose has been satisfied, and that existing statutory controls on tea, spirits, coffee, tobacco, and manufactures are sufficient to protect British revenue without the additional restriction.
A series of Treasury and Customhouse documents concerning Charles Lutwidge's request for reward and reimbursement for expenses incurred while attending Parliament for the passage of legislation regulating Isle of Man customs. Includes revenue accounts from May 1765 to July 1767, salary statements, and correspondence between the Customhouse Commissioners and Lords of the Treasury debating the propriety of paying expenses from the customs revenue. Documents the financial settlement following the Revestment and shows administrative tensions over revenue appropriation.
Charles Lutwidge's detailed proposals to the Treasury Lords for regulating trade and revenue on the Isle of Man following the 1765 Revestment. The document addresses the elimination of smuggling, establishes duty rates for tea, spirits, coffee and tobacco, and proposes conditions for legal trade with Great Britain and Ireland. It includes comparative pricing data and argues for applying Irish trade privileges to the Isle of Man.
A detailed proposal by Charles Lutwidge, Receiver and Surveyor-General of the Isle of Man, to the Lords Commissioners of His Majesty's Treasury outlining measures to improve revenue and regulate trade following the 1765 Revestment. The document addresses the suppression of illicit trade and proposes specific duty rates, licensing schemes, and trade restrictions for tea, spirits, tobacco, coffee, and other commodities, with comparative pricing analysis.
Charles Lutwidge's administrative report to Grey Cooper on John Fearon's petition concerning salmon fishery losses in the Isle of Man (1768–1770). Includes detailed financial accounts showing Fearon's losses (£387:17:11), discussion of inadequate legal protections for the fishery lease, and Governor Wood's response addressing illegal flax-steeping in Manx rivers. Demonstrates post-Revestment revenue administration and governance challenges.
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.
Charles Lutwidge's official response to a Merchants' Petition regarding distressed trade conditions on the Isle of Man, submitted to the Treasury Lords for consideration. Lutwidge addresses ten proposals for trade relief, covering foreign trade restrictions, interior commerce, fisheries, and industrial encouragement, recommending selective concessions while opposing measures that might interfere with British trade or revenue.
Charles Lutwidge's official response to a petition from Isle of Man merchants regarding trade distress, submitted to the Treasury Lords for consideration. Addresses proposals for foreign trade relief, interior commerce regulations, fisheries access, and linen/hemp manufacture encouragement. Reflects post-Revestment administrative concerns about balancing Manx economic needs with British revenue and trade protection.
A comprehensive revenue report compiled by Charles Lutwidge, Receiver and Surveyor General, detailing customs duties, herring fishery data, and officer salaries for the Isle of Man from 1767–1782. Includes a Treasury Warrant establishing the customs establishment (1766) and legal observations defending the Crown's claim to herring customs and bay fisheries against the Duke of Atholl's post-Revestment claims.
Prehistoric flint scatter.
A single worked prehistoric flint was recovered from Lynague by CH Cowley, from the 'Brooghs'.
The description is too imprecise to allow a positive identification, and the grid reference relates to the farmstead for indicative purposes only.
The antiquary Charles Harry Cowley was an avid collector of worked flint and coarse stone artefacts revealed by agricultural activity, mainly on farms located around Peel, and occasionally from further afield. He was active from 1900 until 1943. His entire collection of artefacts, together with a daybook cataloguing his discoveries, was later donated to Manx National Heritage.
Prehistoric flint scatter.
A small quantity of worked prehistoric flint was recovered from Lynague by CH Cowley, from the 'First Field on Right of Ballabooie Road'.
The description relates to OS Field no. 0346, which is centred at the grid reference provided.
The antiquary Charles Harry Cowley was an avid collector of worked flint and coarse stone artefacts revealed by agricultural activity, mainly on farms located around Peel, and occasionally from further afield. He was active from 1900 until 1943. His entire collection of artefacts, together with a daybook cataloguing his discoveries, was later donated to Manx National Heritage.
Index of findspots and artifacts derived from Cowleys Register, incorporated by ACJ 7.10.1988, not definitive.
Prehistoric flint scatter.
A small quantity of worked prehistoric flint was recovered from Lynague by CH Cowley, from the 'Field above Road'.
The description is too imprecise to make a positive identification, and in the absence of further details concerning the discovery the grid reference relates to the farmstead for indicative purposes only.
The antiquary Charles Harry Cowley was an avid collector of worked flint and coarse stone artefacts revealed by agricultural activity, mainly on farms located around Peel, and occasionally from further afield. He was active from 1900 until 1943. His entire collection of artefacts, together with a daybook cataloguing his discoveries, was later donated to Manx National Heritage.
Prehistoric flint scatter.
A single worked prehistoric flint was recovered from Lynague by CH Cowley, from the 'Field next to Glen above Road'.
The description relates to OS Field no. 0403, which is centred at the grid reference provided.
The antiquary Charles Harry Cowley was an avid collector of worked flint and coarse stone artefacts revealed by agricultural activity, mainly on farms located around Peel, and occasionally from further afield. He was active from 1900 until 1943. His entire collection of artefacts, together with a daybook cataloguing his discoveries, was later donated to Manx National Heritage.
Prehistoric flint scatter.
A single worked prehistoric flint was recovered from Lynague by CH Cowley, from the 'Furthest Field'.
No further details concerning the discovery were recorded and the grid reference relates to the farmstead for indicative purposes only.
The antiquary Charles Harry Cowley was an avid collector of worked flint and coarse stone artefacts revealed by agricultural activity, mainly on farms located around Peel, and occasionally from further afield. He was active from 1900 until 1943. His entire collection of artefacts, together with a daybook cataloguing his discoveries, was later donated to Manx National Heritage.
Prehistoric flint scatter.
A small quantity of worked prehistoric flint was recovered from Lynague by CH Cowley, from the 'Field next to Railway and Glen'.
The description could relate to one of two fields immediately to the south of the farmstead, and in the absence of more precise details, the grid reference relates to the farmstead for indicative purposes only.
The antiquary Charles Harry Cowley was an avid collector of worked flint and coarse stone artefacts revealed by agricultural activity, mainly on farms located around Peel, and occasionally from further afield. He was active from 1900 until 1943. His entire collection of artefacts, together with a daybook cataloguing his discoveries, was later donated to Manx National Heritage.
Prehistoric flint scatter.
A single worked prehistoric flint was recovered from Lynague by CH Cowley, from 'Harry's Field'.
No further details concerning the circumstances of the discovery were recorded and the grid reference relates to the farmstead for indicative purposes only.
The antiquary Charles Harry Cowley was an avid collector of worked flint and coarse stone artefacts revealed by agricultural activity, mainly on farms located around Peel, and occasionally from further afield. He was active from 1900 until 1943. His entire collection of artefacts, together with a daybook cataloguing his discoveries, was later donated to Manx National Heritage.
Arrowhead Index of findspots and artifacts derived from Cowleys Register, incorporated by ACJ 7.10.1988, not definitive.
Prehistoric flint scatter.
A single worked prehistoric flint was recovered from Lynague by CH Cowley, from the 'Long Field'.
No further details concerning the circumstances of the discovery were recorded and the grid reference relates to the farmstead for indicative purposes only.
The antiquary Charles Harry Cowley was an avid collector of worked flint and coarse stone artefacts revealed by agricultural activity, mainly on farms located around Peel, and occasionally from further afield. He was active from 1900 until 1943. His entire collection of artefacts, together with a daybook cataloguing his discoveries, was later donated to Manx National Heritage.
Prehistoric flint scatter.
A small quantity of worked prehistoric flint was recovered from Lynague by CH Cowley, from the 'Rheast Field'.
No further details concerning the discovery were recorded and the grid reference relates to the farmstead for indicative purposes only.
The antiquary Charles Harry Cowley was an avid collector of worked flint and coarse stone artefacts revealed by agricultural activity, mainly on farms located around Peel, and occasionally from further afield. He was active from 1900 until 1943. His entire collection of artefacts, together with a daybook cataloguing his discoveries, was later donated to Manx National Heritage.
