In the fall of 1838, the proprietor of the bridge informed me, that 769 bass of various sizes were taken at this place by angling. September and October are considered the best fishing months. Sheeps head are also occasionally taken here. A few years since a monstrous seal was shot in the bay, opposite the bridge, w^eighing eight hundred pounds. Pelham bridge was originally commenced by a company of gentlemen in the immediate neighborhood, who after sustaining severe losses, were compelled to relinquish the enterprize, which it was reserved for the late George Rapelje, Esq. to complete. The bridge has since been purchased cf his heirs, and is now rented by Benjamin Fowler, Jun., who bears (like his father) an admirable character for the manner in which he sustains this favorite haunt of the angler.

From the bridge there is a most extensive view of Kulchinson^s bay, terminated only by the shores of Long Island, the fertile valley through which the Aqueanounck winds on its passage to the former and the heights of AV est Chester. On the south-cast shore of Pelham is situated the estate of Robert Bartow, Esq. This property was once a portion of the estate of Thomas Pell, proprietor of the manor, eldest son and heir of Jolin Lord Pell.

In March, 1790, Thomas Pell, grand-son of the above Thomas and Phebe his wite, conveyed the same to John Bartow,^ and Ann Pell his wife, grand-parents of the present owner.

• The father of John was Theophilus Bartow, wh.o married Balhsheba Pell, daughter of Thomas Pell the proprietor.