Copies of letters sent by James Murray, 2nd Duke of Atholl to John Maule and William Murray, Baron Mansfield
Date(s): 2 Apr 1759
Creator(s): Unknown
Scope & Content: Manuscript copies of two letters sent by the Duke of Atholl; the first, to John Maule [Baron of the Scottish Exchequer], relates to the letter received from the British Treasury [see MS 09707/2/618] concerning their wish to purchase the Isle of Man, and a request for Maule to apprise the Duke of Argyll of the situation and to ask for his opinion on the matter; the second letter, addressed to William Murray, Baron Mansfield, also relates to the treasury's intention to purchase the island, and the Duke asks for Lord Mansfield's advise and assistance.
Language: English
Extent: 3 pages (1 sheet)
Item name: Letters
Collection: Manuscript Archive
Level: ITEM
ID number: MS 09707/2/620
Retrieval number: AP X8 (1st)-19
Record class: Private
Access conditions: No regulations of restrictions are implemented on this material.