A short distance south of the hamlet of Greenburgh is situated the residence of Samuel Howland, Esq. It is embosomed in trees, and stands on the west bank of the Saw Mill river, in its rear rise bold and majestic hills covered with luxuriant woods. The building itself is a very handsome structure of wood, in the modern style. The river arrested by the mill dam, forms in front of the house an extensive sheet of water which adds greatly to the beauty of this romantic spot.

The former possessors of the estate were the Odells, who in 1816, sold the property to Joseph Howland, Esq., father of the present proprietor.

Chatterton height, the battle field of 1776, lies on the northeast corner of this town. AVe have reserved a description of the battle for the town of White Plains, with which place it is generally associated, although more properly belonging to Greenburg.

The Chatterton family, from whom the hill derives its name, have been long residents in the town of Greenburg. A member of this family was settled on the hill as early as 1731. A. D. 3 750, we fii]d Michael Chatterton purchasing land6 in the vicinity, of David and Nathan Purdy.

Chatterton bridge which crosses the Bronx at the foot of the hill was first erected in 1736. Cornelius Chatterton, one of the earliest magistrates of Eastchester was an ancestor of this family.

Hart's Corners, formerly Barnes' Corners, is another small hamlet in Greenburg, situated about three miles south of White Plains, in a fine valley, tlie neighborhood of which is rendered extremely beautiful by the inequality of the ground and surrounding scenery. The settlement is composed of one church, several dwellings and stores. The Bronx River Powder Manufactory, and Railroad depot adjoin it on the east.