Bolton, Robert Jr. A History of the County of Westchester, from its First Settlement to the Present Time, Vol. II. New York: Alexander S. Gould, 1848.

The friend of men, he ever designed their good ; The enemy of vice, he ever opposed it. Christian ! dost thou aspire to happiness T Seabury has shown the way that leads to it. "Charles Seabury, the youngest son of the bishop, was born in Westchester, in May, 1770, and succeeded his father in the church at New London. In 1795, he preaciied a while at Jamaica. His first wife was …

Peter's Church was incorporated on the 19th of April, 1788, Lewis Graham, Josiah Browne, Thomas Hunt, Israel Underbill, John Bartow, Philip I. Livingston and Samuel Bayard, trustees. a- Upon the reorganization of the church, the Rev. Theodosius Bartow was called to the rectorship. For the successors of Mr. Bartow, see list of rectors. The present edifice was erected in 1794 …

COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER. 223 The queen also presented a church bible, book of homilies, cloth for the pulpit, and communion table. On the south side of the chancel is a plain stone tablet, bearing the following epitaph : Sacred to the memory of The Reverend Isaac Wilkins, D. D., who, for thirty-one years, was the diligent and faithful minister of this parish, placed here, as he …

Peter's church is attached a small glebe and parsonage. The following- liberal grants have been made by Trinity parish, New York, to this church, viz. : in 1795, the sum of $750, in 1796, $500, and in 1809, five lots of ground m Rende, Chamber and Warren streets, New York, the present value of which is $22,500. a The first delegates from this parish to the diocecesan …

Seal of St. Peter's Cliurcli, Westchester, The baptismal register of this parish, contains the following memoranda : "March 4th, 1702, then baptized by Mr. John Bartow, Rector of Westchester, John Haden, aged 41 years; John Haden, son of said John Haden, aged 17 years; Abagail Haden, aged 16 years ; Samuel Haden, aged 13 years ; Thomas Haden, aged 8 years; Elizabeth Haden …

In memory of Oliver de Lancey, senr., who deparled tjjis life April 4th, 1840, aged 70 years. Sacred to the memory of Captain Stephen Bayard, who was born Oct. 26ih, 1785, and died July 11, 1814: "my Blessed Saviour receive my spirit, were his last words," and whosoever believeth in him, tho' he die, yet shall he live again. Ever will the sweet remembrance, of your useful …

he was distinguished for sound judgment, practical skill and unwearied diligence in ,. nis profession, and for modest, dignified and ^ mild deportment in all the walks of life, an enlightened and attached member of the Protestant Episcopal church, he was for many years a vestryman of Grace church in the city of New York, and for several years its senior warden, overplied by …

Near the Episcopal grave yard, is situated the Ferris burying ground, 3- which contains the family vaults of Benjamin Ferris and numerous head stones to the Pell family. The Friends' meeting house which stands south of the church, was erected cir. 1747. The first meeting of this numerous and a John Ferris of the boroug thown of Westchester, in 1715, by his last will, " …

Spencer, Es], Within a few years, great additions and improvements have been made to this beautiful spot by the present occupant, who has enlarged the mansion and completely reformed the gardens and grounds. This property originally belonged to the Underbill family, having been purchased by Nathaniel Underbill, of John Turner, in 1685. Nathaniel Underbill was the youngest son …

Edward Underbill, one of Queen Mary's band of gentlemen pensioners, in 155i^, was a member of this family. To face page Holland, lids Field. fi'tcr--Mfipy David liv- 1 Kf.iis ='i hos. Alsiiji festire, 4'r&.f„Si''«-,"s.^ 4r 1:75. apt. Spen- Honejrwell Arms. -- Ar. i vert, as mi a hind, \od mpinber of the Reli gious Society of Frifnds, and most of 1 his dcscendanls to | this day …

Spencer, Es], Within a few years, great additions and improvements have been made to this beautiful spot by the present occupant, who has enlarged the mansion and completely reformed the gardens and grounds. This property originally belonged to the Underbill family, having been purchased by INathaniel Underbill, of John Turner, in 1685. Nathaniel Underbill was the youngest son …

Edward Uiiderhill, one of Queen Mary's band of gentlemen pensionersj in 155>^, was a member of tliis family. PEDIGREE OF UNDERBILL OF WESTCHESTER. i "T'="'Si"ii'i'vSiis,n'!'i'". ^ „=s,™i, jUi>= ?;se t \„..l^.^Ln r..U.r>v. fi\'°'»"i!'w«[iS' '■"'""V''- j ^'"^ j'~='i^-.. ;::!'" -ffiSE" ^i;t?=S3^ •^""■"=^r d--SK/"f ar ^"S-^:? iili ki^'^i;;""' ks;i,i?L, ^^^- 'A rM„,.feC.II …

The extravagant passion, which that princess was supposed to entertain for various male favorites, which occasioned the disgrace of one, and the premature death of another, while it has furnished a darling theme to the novelist, and has been wept over in the tragic scene, has never yet received the sober sanction of the historian. A traditional family anecdote, while it places …

She appeared much disappointed, and, after musing for some time, said, "so Leicester wants to be a king." Underbill, who was in the general's confidence, replied that the Dutch had indeed made the offer of the sovereignty of their country to her general, esteeming it a great honor, as they said, to h;'.ve a subject of her grace for their sovereign. No, replied the queen, it …

He accompanied that gallant nobleman in his successful attack upon Cadiz, and shared his ill fortune in his fruitless expedition against Tyronne, the rebel chief of the revolted clans of Ireland ; and, returning with the earl into England, by his attachment to that imprudent nobleman, sallying into the streets of London in the petty insurrection, which cost Essex his head, he …

But that monarch entertained such an exalted idea of the dignity of kings, and fro a policy, affected so great veneration for the memory of his predecessor, that no interest of his friends could procure his pardon for an offence, which, in this day and country, would be considered a simple rout or riot, and punished with a small fine, in that age of kingly glory was supposed …

How he joined Governor Winlhrop, does not appear, but he came over to New England with him, atid soon after we find him disciplining the Boston militia, where he was lield in such high estimation that he' was chosen to represent that town in the general court; but, his ideas of religious toleration being more liberal than those aroimd him, he lost his popularity, and was, on …

William Aspinwall and John Goggeshell, two of the Boston representatives, vrho signed the remonstrance, were sent home, and the town ordered to choose others in their room. Some of the remonstrants recanted, some were fined, some were disfranchised, and others, amonowhom was Captain Underbill, were banished." " When the sentence of banishment passed on Captain Underbill, he …

Denton and others of his church, to Long Island, and soon after became a resident of Flushing, where he evinced the same restless temper as formerly, and was anxious for a military employment." " He was afterward settled in Oyster Bay, for in 1665 he was a delegate from that town to the meeting at Hampstead, by order of Governor Nicoll, and was by him made high sheriff of the …

a The " Algerine Captive," by Dr Updike Underhill, vol. i. 25, printed at Walpole, New Hampshire, 1797. b Originally Kenilworth, from the place of the same name in Warwickshire, Eng. t Thompson's Hist of Long Island, vol. ii 358. COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER. 233 Underliill, I empower hereby that they see to ye estate, that ye children be not wronged, nor turned off, without some …

Nathaniel Underhill, jr., died at Westchester in 1775. The following epitaph is inscribed on his head stone in the family cemetery. Here lies the body of ; Nathaniel Underhil, ,>- . who was born August the Uth, 1690, and departed :' :' this life November the 27th, 1775, aged 85 years 3 months and 16 days. N'athaniel, the eldest son of this individual, filled various public …

This lady was the daughter of Richard Caton, Esq., of Philadelphia, and widow of Robert Patterson, J^sq. Titian's Mistress, Heely ; Augustus van Cortlandt of Yonkers, Jarvis ; Mrs. van Cortlandt, (a miniature) Leslie. The views of the water from this place are of a beautiful description. Jn the immediate vicinity are located the residences of Mr. Daniel D. Edgar and Mr. Robert …

John Ferris was one of the first patentees of the town of Westchester in 1667 ; he lived to an advanced age, and died in 1715, leaving five sons, viz., Samuel, one of the first assistants and common council of the borough of Westchester, John, James, proprietor of the homestead in 1740, Jonathan, ancestor of the Cortlandt-town branch, and Peter, of Westchester. His srand- » …

On the next day Lord Howe, supposing that he iiad been deceived by his guides and landed upon an island, summoned them before a board of officers ; as they entered, he struck the table violently with his sword, and demanded in a threatning manner, how they could dare to deceive him ? After a proper explanation had been made, he solemnly declared he would hang every one of them …

From the Throckmorfons and others the point passed by purchase to the late Abijah Hammond, Esq., whose iieirs sold to Mr. H. Le Roy Newbold, Mr. W. Whitehead, Mr. James Drake, and the late Mr. Charles King, &c. The n:ansion erected by Abijah Hammond occupies a splendid situation near the entrance of the point, commanding on the right and left extensive prospects of the East …

Upon the extremity of the point is now " in course of erection by the United States government, a very strong fortification, called Fort Schuyler. It is calculated, when completed, to defend this entrance and protect the city of New York from foreign invasions, in connection with the formidable works of a similar character erected at the Narrows."^^ Throckmorton's point is …

Hand, immediately on his return to his camp, to fix upon one of the best subaltern officers, and twenty-five picked men of his corps, and assign them to this pass, as their alarm-post at all times ; and in case the enemy made a landing on Frog's neck, to direct this officer immediately to take up the planks of the bridge ; to have everything in readiness to set the mill on …

Our general's division was formed in line, with its advance, reserve fiank-guards, and artillery, all in order of battle, when they were moved down over the different grounds, which it was supposed might be the scene of action. Some of this ground was very broken, and there were many fences. These afforded frequent opportunities for the troops to break off and form, for the …

Graham of the New York line, with his regiment, and Lieut. Jackson of the artillery, with a six pounder, to reinforce at the head of the creek; all of which was promptly done, to the check and disappointment of the enemy. The British encamped on the neck. The riflemen and yagers kept up a scattering popping at each other across the marsh ; and the Americans on their side, and …

Lee was ordered to the command of the troops above Kingsbridge, now become the largest part of the American army. But Gen. Washington had desired him not to exercise the command for a day or two, until he could make himself acquainted with the post, its circumstances, and arrangements of duty. A great number of sloops, boats, &c., were passing the sound eastward, just at dusk …

The officer on command there, this morning, sent up an express to our general, informing him that the British were opening an embrasure in their work at the end of the causeway, and that he apprehended they intended under a cannonade from this, to attempt to pass. Our general ordered one of his aids to gallop his horse to the officer commanding the brigade near Valentine's …

Upon this, the brigade was ordered to halt, the whole to prime and load, and the rear regiment to file off by the left, and march briskly to reinforce the Americans at the pass, at the head of the creek. At this instant Gen. Washington cam-e up, and having inqnired of our general the slate of things, ordered him to return immediately and have his division formed ready fir …

"An Indian origin (says Judge Benson) is asserted for this name, and a tradition vouched as the authority." "It is said, that at a certain time, doubtless some years ago, the evil spirit set up a claim against the Indians, t6> Connecticut, as his peculiar domain ; but they being in possession, determined, of course, to try to hold it. By Connecticut, the premises in question …

The Indians were fully sensible of what they had to dread from such an adversary, and accordingly betook tiiemselves to a course not unns;d on occasions of great ditficulty and danger, they referred the case to the squaws, the mothers of the tribes, wiio, it is said, recommended an offer to quit, on being allowed their betterments, a Novanglican law term, devised to signify …

He retired collected, and, as usual, giving up the ground only inch by inch ; and, though retiring, still presenting a front whenever attack threatened ; he kept close to the Sound to secure his flank on that side ; and, having reached Frog^s point, and the water becoming narrow, to be crossed by the Indians in bark canoes, easily to be made in a night, and the tide being out …

it has been repeated from the whites, the first settlers of the lands at Cold Spring', that the Indians to the last who remained, not only undertook to show the spot where he stood, but insisted ihey could still discern the print of his feet." " The fact of tradition (adds Judge Benson) among the Indians of Long Island, of a war between those of Connecticut and the evil spirit …

Ash, being 50 feet high, and of corresponding breadth, "b There is also a superb specimen of the copper coloured beech. The road from the point to Westchester village, passes many beautiful country villas, ^picer''s and Brocketi's necks are situated at the south-west extremity of Throckmorton's neck proper, and constitute what was formerly known as the Grove fann. This …

Spicer's neck, on the margin of the Westchester creek, shrouded by a group of venerable locusts. The nurseries of Mr. William Ferris, situated a litile north of the house, are very extensive and contain eveiy variety of fruit and ornamental trees. We believe this is the largest establishment of the kind in Westchester county. There was formerly a ferry between Ferry 'point …

Wilkins, in 1784, it was successively the property of the families of Pell, Russell, Gilchrist, Taylor and Aspen, from whom it passed to Martin Wilkins, Esq., by whose son it is now enjoyed. The family of Wilkins, was originally seated in the county of Glamorgan, South Wales, and derives from " Robert de Wintona, or Wincestria, who came into that county with Robert Fitzhamon …

The Whelk is still borne on the coat armor of the family, with the significant Welch motto : Sun ar dy Ilyn : angiice, beware of thyself. COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER. 243 valley underneath, is called Pant Wilkyn (Welkyn's vale) to this day.=i Members of the family, yet reside at Brecon, Glamorganshire and Maeslongh, Radnorshire. Tlie more immediate ancestor of the American branch …

When the question of appointing delegates to the second congress, came up, he made a speech, which was much admired by his friends for its eloquence, clearness and precision. Schuyler and George Clinton were his principal antagonists in the debate. As this speech affords a good specimen of the views of loyalists and of the state of the controversy at that period, I insert it …

There is not, I am persuaded, an individual in this assembly, who does not wish well to America in general, and who is not solicitous for the preservation of this province in particular. For my own part, I feel more real concern than I can well express, at the gloomy prospect of our affairs, and I would sacrifice more, much more, than most men would be willing to believe, if I …

" Ever since the first settlement of these colonies, Great Britain has claimed and exercised the right of jurisdiction over them, and her claim was founded in reason, and in the nature of civil government, for it is certain beyond all manner of doubt and controversy, that the supreme authority of every empire, mubt extend over the whole and every part of that empire, otherwise …

Be that as it will, this was certainly placing their liberty upon a proper basis : here they ought to have rested ; here they ought to have bounded their demands ; this would have been a sufficient barrier against arbitrary power. The Parliament, in consequence of this, although they did not relinquish their claim or right to tax the Colonies, repealed that impolitic and …

And when a three penny duty on tea was demanded of us, we peremptorily refused to comply ; and instead of expostulating or of showing our disapprobation of that act, by remonstrating in a legal and constitutional way, as we ought to have done ; or instead of taking that easy and effectual method that offered itself to us, I mean the not purchasing that commodity, while …

Shall we by this means become more powerful, more wealthy, or more free 1 Let us pause for a moment, and reflect a little upon the absurdity and folly of such expectations. On the contrary, shall we not derive every desirable advantage from being in friendship and amity with her 1 Shall we not derive strength, protection and stability, from that oak around which we have so …

Let us therefore, like wise men, endeavor to establish a lasting and permanent union between us ; let us endeavor to remove every obstacle to this desirable end ; and let us reject with the utmost disdain and abhorrence every measure that can tend to increase the difference between us, and make this necessary union impracticable. Let us therefore, to the utmost of our power …

Let us be warned by their example ; let their fully and precipitation teach ns wisdom ; and, instead of linking ourselves to the chain of their evil destiny, let us instantly break loose, and, by a well timed effort, rescue ourselves from destruction, and endeavor to make peace for ourselves, -- not a shameful, not an ignominious peace, -- but such a one as shall be worthy of …

We have too much understanding not to know that the interest of these colonies and of Great Britain is the same; that we are all one people -- of the same laws, language and religion, each of us equally bound to one another by the ties of reciprocal affection ; and we have too much loyalty to the best of sovereigns -- too great a regard to order and good government, to assert …

We may have it in our power, as I know we shall have it in our will, to stretch out a helping hand to raise them from the pit into which they are falling. And I will venture to assert with boldness and confidence, that if this Loyal Province will do her duty, and act with wisdom and moderation in the critical juncture, she may yet save America. " Great Britain is not the only …

Fain would I draw a veil over this melancholy prospect, and hide it from the eye of humanity ; but my duty to my family -- to my constituents -- to my country, forbids me to be silent. Factions and animosities will lay waste o\ir country. Provinces will rise against Provinces, and no umpire to determine the contest but the sword. This once flourishing and happy land will smile …

Liberty and licentiousness are nearly allied to each other ; like wit and madness, there is but a thin partition between them ; and, licentiousness invariably leads to slavery. Almost every page of history will furnish abundant proofs of the truths of these observations ; and God grant that the annals of this country i,;.y not add to the number; but I fear from the present …

If they are authorized to make laws, to establish penalties, and to regulate the concerns of this Colony, why are we called together 1 what is lelt for us to do ] Nothing sir, but to do our duty ; to undo, if possible, all that they have done ; to strip them of their borrowed plumes, and to resume that authority, which has been delegated to us forthe most important purposes …

By proceeding in a firm, but in a peaceable, loyal and constitutional manner, in the settlement of this unhappy difl^erence with our mother country, we cannot fail, I am convinced, of meeting with all desirable success. We shall by these means, undoubtedly, secure to ourselves a free constitution ; we shall have a line of government stretched out and ascertained, and we shall …

If we neglect this opportunity of promoting our common felicity, and of establishing our liberties upon a firm and lasting basis, we may, perhaps, never have another, and we shall repent of our fatal folly and infatuation, when too late to retrieve the mistake ; when the horrors and miseries of a civil war shall be increased, if possible, ten fold upon our heads, by the curses …

I have shown that the authority of the British Parliament, which is the supreme Legislature of the empire, extends over these colonies, which are parts of that empire. I have shown the extreme danger of undue opposition to that authority, which, either by exerting itself against us, or giving us up to our own government, will equally involve us in misery and destruction. I …

Speaker, nothing more to add, than that, if contrary to my hopes and my most ardent wishes ; if, contrary to the honor and dignity of this house; if, contrary to the dictates of humanity, and to the duty which we owe to our constituents and our country, you adopt the unjust and destructive measures of the congress, and by that means, involve our country in a civil war, the …

One of these, The Congress Canvassed, &c., which was signed, A. W. Farmer, was extensively circulated, and with that called, A View of the Controversy between Great Britain and Iier Colonies," was burnt, " whenever they fell into the hands of those whose measures they criticised and condemned." "A few months after the delivery of this speech, he abandoned the country and went …

that 60 inconsiderable a man as I am can have, shall be exerted in her behalf. It has been my constant maxim through life to do my duty conscientiously, and to trust the issue of my actions to the Almighty. May that God in whose hands are all events, speedily restore peace and liberty to my unhappy country. May Great Britain and America be soon united in the bonds of …

He continued in the ministry until his decease in 1830, at the age of 89, Doctor Wilkins married Isabella, sister of Lewis Morris, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, and of Gouverneur Morris, another distinguished whig. Their mother espoused the royal side, and reinained within the British lines. Their correspondence with her during hostilities occasioned suspicion …

He was elected a member of the house of Assembly, about the time of his father's return to the United States ; and when in 1806, William Cottam Longe, Esq., who was elected speaker, was disallowed by the governor, Lewis Morris Wilkins was chosen in his place, and approved of, and occupied the chair, by subsequent election, until 1817, when he COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER. 251 was …

Tne front of the house is shaded by two of the largest and finest elm trees in the County. Cornell's or Clason's neck, which is pleasantly situated in the south-west corner of the town, contains about five hundred and fifty acres. We have seen that Thomas Cornell, from whom it was originally named, became possessed of the neck through the Dutch, who purchased of the …

William Richardson and his associates the privilege of tlie stream of Broncks's river, to set up two mills, viz., one saw and a corn mill, upon certain conditions specified in the conveyance.* On the 2nd of April, 17] I, Tryntje Byvanck, widow of Evert ByviUick, granted to William Provost four Qiiills, to wit, three grist mills and one saw mill, situate in the township of …

James, the first of these, was educated at Corpus Christi college, Cambridge, England, iu which college his father had been educated before him. On quitting college, he entered the army, rising to the rank of captain. In the unfortunate campaign against Ticonderoga, he was an aid of Abercrombie's. When his father died, or shortly after. Captain de Lancey sold out, inheriting …

Excepting Sir William Pepperell," Captain James "de liancey appears ^ iw i been the most active member of the agency."=^ " Five of the children of Capt. James de Lancey and Margaret grew up, viz., two sons and three daughters. Charles, the eldest son, was in the British navy, and died a bachelor. James, late Lt. Col. 1st Dragoon Guards, is living, also a bachelor. Two of the d …

"He opposed the dismemberment of the empire, and put his life and property at stake to prevent it. In 177(5, he was appointed a brigadier general in the royal service. Skinner, of New Jersey, Brown, a former governor of the Bahamas, Arnold, the apostate, and Cunningham, of South Carolina, were of the same grade, but their commissions were of later date. Gen. de Lancey was …

His body is interred in the choir of the Minster, while a mouument standing near the transept records his services." "His son, Oliver de Lancey, jr., was educated in Europe; put early in the 17th Light Dragoons; was a captain at the commencement of the Revokition ; became Major in 1776, a Lieutenant Colonel a year or two later, and succeeded Andre as Adjutant General of the …

Peter de Lancey, youngest son of the Huguenot, to whom his father devised the mills, was a man of wealth and of considerable influence in the colony. His wife was Alice, daughter of Cadwallader Golden, lieutenant governor of the Province of New York in 1761. His children were John, father of Mrs. Yates, relict of Governor Yates, and Lt. Col. James de Lancey, a distinguished …

This was particularly the case with Samuel Kip, Esq., of a family which from the first settlement by the Dutch had possessed a grant of land at Kip's Bay, and in other parts of New York island- Members of this family were named as officers under the Crown in the royal charter granted when the British first took possession of the colony in 1664, and in that given thirty years …

His corps made free with the cattle of that part of the country, and got the soubriquet of" Cow Boys," in revenge for their knowledge in the article of beef." The colonel finally fixed his residence in Nova Scotia, and in 1797, was sworn in as a member of the council of that colony. He died at Annapolis, N. S., about the year 1809. Martha Tippett, his widow, also died there in …

By an indenture bearing date the 21)th of July, 1774. the trustees of Westchester for divers considerations, sold to James and Oliver de Lancey, and their heirs and assignees, the ground under the water of Broncks's river, and all such lands as had been granted or appointed by the town, for the use of the mills, (fee* The present proprietor, Philip M. Lydig, Esq., holds by …

For this reason he was for a time assigned to a command in the Loyalist Rangers. In one of the severe skirmishes which took place in Westchester county in 1781, Capt. Kip, while charging a body of American troops, had his horse killed under him, and received a severe bayonet wound. He survived, however, several years after the war, though, like his friend De Lancey, a heavy …

The shadowy banks between, . ■ .- Where blossomed bell or wilding rose . ■ Adorns the brightest green : ... ' - "■• : ^ "' ' ■*- Memorial of the fallen great, ' , ■ - . .' ■■ '. The rich and honoured line, - • "' - ■ . - " •'. . ". Stands high in solitary state, •■ : -' v> .■ "•;' ..,•' - De Lancey's ancient pine. ■_■-■ There once at early dawn arrayed "- . The rural sport to …

And just like one in age alone, The list of all his line, Bends sadly where the waters moan, De Lancey's ancient pine. Oh, victim of misguided zeal To tell thy former fame ! Who bids the fretted stone reveal The numbers of thy name 1 Ere brightening up the eastern sky Another morn shall shine, In equalizing dust may lie De Lancey's ancient pine. . Wo ho ! the satiate traveller …

That springs to perfection and dies. So she bloomed, and then sickened; but, shall we bewaill The grave of the pure is the path to the skies. Eternity how long ! In 1798, 7th March, Sarah died in the West Indies, in the 20th year of her age, in the passage from St. Croix to St. Christopher's and was brought back by her disconsolate husband to this peaceful mansion, the place …

The low ground east of Bronx dale, is called Bear swamp. The general "surface of Westchester is rolling, and in some places hilly; soil, clay loam, mostly susceptible of high cultivation." " The lands produce all kinds of grain, but they are best adapted to grass and pasturage. Almost every variety of fruit trees flourish here. The principal growth of wood is oak of all sorts …

Our intention is to take up separately the three former divisions of the present town, viz., West Farms, Morrisania and Fordham. From the following patent, it appears that the proprietors of the lands subsequently called the West Far?7is, in 1666, were Edwiird Jessup and John Richardson, of Westchester. PATENT OP WEST FARMS. " Richard Nicolls, Esq., governor general under las …

Upon ye maine being bounded to the east by the river commonly called by the Indians Aquehung, otherwise Broncke river, extending to the midst of said river to the norih, by the mark't trees and by a piece of hassock meadow, westwardly a little brook called by the natives Sackwrahimg, and southward by the Sound or East river, including within a certain neck of land called …

Know ye, that by virtue of the commission and authority unto me given by his royal highness, I have ratified, confirmed and granted, and by these presents do ratify, confirm and grant, unto John Richardson aforesaid, his heirs and assigns, the moiety or one-half of the aforesaid parcel or tract of land and premises, together with the moiety or one-half of all the woods …

D. 1666." Richard Nicolls. Edward Jessup one of the above patentees, like most of the original settlers of Westchester, emigrated from Fairfield, Connecticut, in 1653, occurs the name of Edward Jessope, owner of lands on Sascoe neck in that town. By his wife Elizabeth Bridges, he left issue a son, Edward, and two daughters. Elizabeth married Thomas Hunt, of the Grove faim …

I will and bequeath unto my daughter Hannah Jessup, the sum of five and thirty pounds with that she hath already, to be payed unto her at 18 years of age. I will and bequeath unto my sonne Edward Jessup, two mares with two colts by their sides, one is a gray mare, and the other is a mare marked on both ears with two half pence on each ear, to bee set out for hiin for his use a …

Sarah Bridges, my well beloved brother-in law, John Burroughs, and Ralph Hunt, overseers of this my last will and testament, likewise to be assistants to my executrix in all cases and difficulties, and this I do owne as my owne act and deed, to all true intents and meanings, and doe furthermore ratify and confirm it as my owne act and deed by ye settin'^ to my hand and seal …

'• We whose names are underwritten being made choice of by John Richardson and Thomas Hunt, bothe inhabiting in Westchester, in the North Riding of Yorkshire, to mal.e an equal division of a grant of land formerly purchased of the Indian proprietors by Edward Jessup and John Richardson, being butted and bounded by patent I say all those uplands and meadows within that …

As first we find it necessary that John Richardson, having tvi'enty acres of upland and meadow more or less, lying on the southermost poynt of the cvrne field neck, which tract of land is a district of itself by a divisional line running west and by north east and by south, and all the rest of the upland both in that neck and a little neck adjoining to it, is Thomas Hunt's …

COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER. 263 The three daughters and co-heiresses of John Richardson were Bethia, wife of Joseph Ketchani of Newton, Long Island, Mary, wife of Josepli Hadley of Yonkers, and Elizabeth, wife of Gabriel Leggett, from whom descend the Leggetts of West Farms. His last will bears date 16th November, 1679. In it he bequeaths " to his beloved wife, Martha, all his …

"To his son-in-law, Joseph Hadley, a pasture of three acres already laid out, (fcc, at or about the first spring, and all the meadow that is already divided, that is on this side the river above ye planting necky " To his three daughters two hundred acres of land each ;" "and to his brother's son, in England, Joseph Richardson, one hundred acres, if he come within the space of …

Upon the 12th of January, 16S6, Governor Thomas Dongan granted a jyatent to Thomas Hunt, sen., for all his land bounded on the east by the river Aquehung or Bronx, extending to the midst of the said river, on the north by certain marked trees and a piece of hammock, and on the west by a certain brook called Sackrahung, for the value of one bushel of good winter wheat."* The …

"Whereas Thomas Hunt, sen., of ye West Farms in ye lorough town and county of Westchester in ye colony of New York, yeoman, and Elizabeth Leggett of ye same place, widow, did on ye 9th day of May last past, by an instrument under their hands and seals, formerly agree and conclude that the West Farms lots, containing twelve in number, should be surveyed and laid out by myself …

That is to say, begin at a chesnut tree standing on the river side above Byvanck's mill, running thence north forty-three degrees, west two hundred and eighty-three, to a marked white wood, thence south thirty degrees, west about forty-five, eight rods to the north side and westernmost corner of the sixth lot, and then upon several courses until it meets with the north-west …

Comprehended with a certain patent granted by Governor Richard Nicolls to Edward Jessup and John Richardson in the year of our Lord Christ 1666, except thirty acres which he» said Thonnas Hunt, formerly sold to John Feryedon and Robert Manning, and also thirty acres belonging to the said Elizabeth Leggett, being in lieu of the aforesaid thirty acres on which Thomas Davenport …

Upon the 4th of Feb., 1712, "Elizabeth Leggett, widow of Gabriel Leggett and daughter of John Richardson, released her title and interest of all the common and undivided lands, that Mr. Lewis Morris makes any claim to witliin our patent of West Fa7-?nsy In 1737, " William Leggett, assignee to the heirs of John Richardson, of one-half moiety of the West Farms, and Abraham Lent …

It now contains about 1,500 inhabitants, 200 dwelling houses, an Episcopal, a Dutch Reformed, a Presbyterian and a Methodist church, 4 taverns, a temperance house, 12 stores of different kinds, and a post office ; also, several extensive manufactories, among which may be named the Brussels carpet and spinning factory of Mr. Richard Crowtherj^ the Ingrain carpet factory of Mr …

New York; on which occasion, an address was delivered by the Rev. J. T. Gushing minister in charge of the parish. In the corner stone were deposited a copy of the New Testament, and of the book of common prayer ; the journal of the last general convention in 1844 ; the journal of the last diocesan convention of New York for 1845, together with the debates in the same ; copies …

On the 28th of June, 1847, it was consecrated and set apart to the worship and service of Almighty God, under the title of Grace church, by the Right Reverend William Heathcote de Lancey, Bishop of the diocese of Western New York. The consecration sermon being preached by the Rev. Kingston Goddard of Staten Island. Grace church, West Farms, was incorporated upon the 13th of …

The amount of $2061,00 was collected, to which the sum of $1000,00 was added by the munificent donation of Mrs. C. L. Spencer, to whose christian liberality, the congregation is further indebted for the gift of an organ, a Sunday school library, and numerous other contributions to the church. Additional aid was given by the following gentlemen, viz. : Messrs. Peter Lorillard …

The Presbyterian church stands upon the highest ground in the village. It was incorporated, in 1814, by the name of the " First Presbyterian Church in the village of West Farms," Robert Givan, Caleb Pell, Ebenezer Waterbury, James Bathgate, James Renwick and John B. Gillespie, first trustees. a Prior to the year 1836, it belonged to the Bedford presbytery, but is now in …

The Dutch Reformed Church of this village was first organized in 1839, under the pastoral charge of the late Rev. George Bourne, of New York, and incorporated on the 16th of March, 1840. =1 First elders, Thomas Butler, George Wilson, and Abijah Rogers ; first deacons, James P. Fitch, J. G. Rowland, and Stephen Kelly. Mr, Bourne was succeeded, in 1842, by the Rev. Barnabas …

Livingston, Robert Gilchrist, Joseph Given, Jonathan Randel, Andrew Barton, Israel Honeywell, Samuel Kelly, Robert Heaton, and William H. Morris. During the revolutionary war. West Farms was constantly exposed to the daily forays of both armies, as they alternately held possession of the adjoining country. "On the 25th of January, 1777, (observes General Heath,) early on the …

"He procured a number of hand-grenades ; also, rolls of port fire, and canteens filled with inflammable materials, with contrivances to attach them to the side of the blockhouse. He set out with his troops early in the evening, and arrived within a mile of the blockhouse by two o'clock in the morning. The colonel gave Captain Black the command of about forty volunteers, who …

Burr directed those who carried the combustibles to march in front as silently as possible; that on being hailed, they should light the hand-grenades, (fcc. with a slow match provided for tiie purpose, and throw them into the port holes. I was one of the party that advanced. The sentinel hailed and fired. We rushed on. The first hand-grenade that was thrown in drove the enemy …

" Humbly sheweth that we were summoned to appear at Westchester in order to choose officers, according to the resolution of the congress, it having been represented, as we understand, that there was not a competent number of men in our district to form a company, we therefore beg leave to inform you that the manor of Fordham and the West Farms have in the militia always been …

Nicolas Berrien, Isaac Valentine, Peter Valentine, John Stevens, Benjamin Curser, Abraham Dyckman, John Farmer, Benjamin Valentine, George Pilpet, Isaac Valentine, jr. Peter Bussing, jr. Abraham Wilson, Benjamin Curser, jr. Hendrick Ryer, John Lent, John Ryer, Isaac Curser, jr. Hezekiah Ward, Tunis Garrison, Isaac Cant, Gilbert Taylor, Robert Gilmer, Benjamin Archer, jr …

At the south-east extremity of the neck is situated Hunt's Point. This property has been occupied by the Hunt family for nearly one hundred and si.xly years, having passed into their hands by the inarriage of Thomas Hunt with Elizabeth Jessup, daughter of Edward Jessup, one of the first patentees. In 16S8, Thomas Hunt, of the Grove farm, granted to his son Thomas Hunt one …

Like parting friends, who linger while they sever ; Enforced to go, yet seeming still unready. Backward they wind their way in many a wistful eddy. Gray o'er my head the yellow- vested willow Hurtled its hoary top in the fresh breezes, COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER. 273 Glancing in light, like spray on a green billow, Or the fine frost work which young winter freezes, . When first his …

Shot up in glimmering sparks, his red fins liny twinkle. . ,. ' There were the dark cedars, with loose mossy tresses, White-powder'd dog trees, and stiff hollies flaunting, Gaudy as rustics in their May-day dresses. Blue pellorels from purple leases upslanting A modest gaze, like eyes of a young maiden Shining beneath dropp'd lids the evening of her wedding. .•/ The breeze …

II. 35 274 HISTORY OF THE • , ^ *•- The burial place of the Hunt family, is located near the entrance of the point. The following inscriptions are copied from two of the monuments in this yard : in memory of Thomas Hunt, who departed this life, July 4lh, 1808, in the SUth year of his age. He possessed the cardinal virtues in an eminent degree ; he was temperate, brave, patient …

None knew thee but to love thee, Nor named thee but to praise. Tears fell when thou wert dying, . . ' From eyes unused to weep, And long, where thou art lying, Will tears the cold turf steep. When hearts whose truth was proven, , Like thine, are laid in earth. There should a wreath be woven ' „. To tell the world their worth. ._ t To face page 3--., vol. ii. Arms.-- Az on bend …

The house is a handsome edifice of stone. The grounds are richly wooded, and the views of the river extensive, and singularly beautiful. Mr. Barretto for many years represented this county in assembly. In the immediate vicinity of Blythe place, and near the public landing, stands the residencea of the late Thomas Leggett, (now occupied by his widow) whose ancestors have been …

By his last will, dated 16th of April, 1697, Gabriel Leggett of the West Farms, bequeathed " to his wife Elizabeth, all his household goods (fcc. &c ; to his son John, all his house and outhouses, orchard, land and the meadows in the Planting neck, and the meadow, (fcc, also that messuage and tenement which Thomas Williams dwells upon, and was formerly my father-inlaw's, John …

The house is a handsome edifice of stone. The grounds are richly wooded, and the views of the river extensive, and singularly beautiful. Mr. Barretto for many years represented this county in assembly. In the immediate vicinity of Blythe place, and near the public landing, stands the residencea of the late Thomas Leggett, (now occupied by his widow) whose ancestors have been …

and ont houses with tlie land and meadow which I bought of John Ferguson, sen. and Robert Manning, together with 50 acres of wood land, lying within the bounds of the patent of West Farnis, &c. "I say to my 5on Thomas,*' to his son William 100 acres of woodland, and five acres of meadow, lying behind the field, witjiin the bounds of the patents of West Farms, together with all …

He refused, however, to leave them, and actually accompanied the robbers two miles on their route to head-quarters. As the party were passing the spot which now makes the southern entrance to West Farms, two continental soldiers rose up from behind a stone wall and fired. Tiie man leading the mare was shot, and fell ; the mare turned round and ran homewards, to the great …

The next day they concealed themselves in the woods, and ihe following night kept on their way, avoiding all habitations of note. Not knowing the state of parlies in the country, they skulked from one place to another until they reached Dutchess county, where Concklin was known. Here they rested themselves and obtained food. Soon after the treaty of peace, Mr. Leggett removed …

" All that certain tract of land being part of the manor of Morrisania, situate, lying and being in the county of Westchester, in the province of New York aforesaid, beginning at the mouth of a small brook or run of water commonly called or known by the name of Wigwam Brook, but by some falsely called Sackwrahung, it being the first brook to the westward of an isthmus or neck …

278 HISTORY OF THE runs lip to it to the northward, partly by the lands of Morrisania and the salt creek that runs by the house of the said Legget to the eastward, partly by the said Boimd Creek, and partly the salt creek aforesaid that runs by the house of Leggett, and to the southward by the Sound that divides Long Island, or the Island of Nassau, from Connecticut, &c. : the …

In the Graham mansion, which fornierly stood on the site of Mr. Leggett's farm house, Mnjor Bearmore, a British officer, was surprised by Colonel Armand,^^ of the French cavalry. "November 7th, « Tlie last whose name I recollect, (says the Marquis De Chastellux,* is Colonel Armand -- tliat is, M. de la Rouerie, nephew of M. de la Belinage. He was as celebrated in France for …

Le Marquis de la Rouerie was then very young: his subsequent conduct has proved that nature, in giving him a susceptible and impassioned mind, has not made him a present likely to be always fatal to him : glory and honor have employed all its activity ; and it is an observation which merits to be consigned in history, as well as in this journal, that carrying with him, as he …

In the capture of Major Bearmore, the inhabitants of the adjacent country were relieved from the frequent excursions of a troublesome officer."* The destruction of the old house took place under the following circumstances. Col. Fowler, of the British army, who had dispossessed the Graham family, and made it his own quarters, invited all the officers and gentry in the …

Fowler seemed to think the dinner was more important than the building : he ordered everything removed from the table, the gentlemen assisting, and in a few minutes the table and contents were removed to the shade of a large willow, where all seated themselves, and appeared to enjoy the meal and the burning. The house was utterly consumed, with the contents, before the company …

At the period of the Dutch discovery, it was styled by the aborigines Ranachque, or Raraqne, an appellation which doubtless refers to some object peculiar to its geographical locality. The Indians appear to have resided principally on the shores of the East and Haarlem River. Of this, the extensive "shell beds," which are still to be seen, afford conclusive evidence. Within a …

Bronck shall show to the persons aforesaid a certain lot of land, of which he is proprietor, and which is situated opposite the river and the plain of Manhattan ; in which lot aforesaid they may cultivate tobacco and maize, upon the express condition that they shall clear and cultivate, every two years, a fresh spot for raising their tobacco and maize, and then the spot which …

Bronck shall have no oilier claim than tlial the land shall have bfien cleared and brought in a proper manner of cnliivation by the diligence of Peter Andriessen and Lourent Uayts, who from their side shall be holden to accomplish their task. 21st July, 1639. Maunt Jansskn, Witness."a We find Jonas Bronck again leasing land on the 15th of August, 1639, to Cornelius Jacobsen …

"Arendt van Curler was one of those characters who deserve to live in history. His influence among the Indians was unlimited, and in honor of his memory these tribes addressed all succeeding governors of New York by the name of - Corlear." He possessed feelings of the purest humanity and actively exerted his influence in rescuing from the savages such Christians as had the …

He was highly respected by the governors of Canada, and the regard entertained for him by Monsieur de Tracy, viceroy of that country, will be best judged of by the following extract of a letter which that high personage addressed him, dated Quebec, 30th April, 1667. " 'If you find it agreeable to come hither this summer, as you have caused me to hope, you will be most welcome …

Fontaine, who unfortunately fell into the barbarous hands of his enemies, and by means of Mons'r Curler obtained his liberty.' On the 4th July following, Jeremias van Rensselaer writing to Holland, announces that ' our cousin Arendt van Curler proceeds overland to Canada, Iiaving obtained leave from our general, and been invited thither by the viceroy, M. de Tracy. In an evil …

On the 10th of July, 1651, sixteen years prior to his death, Arendt van Corlear, transported Broncks'' land to Jacob van StoU, from whom it passed through several proprietors to Herman Smeeman. 22d of Oct. 1664. " Herman Smeeman of Comoonepan on the maine, sold to Samuel Edsall all that certain tract of land situated on the East river through Hell-gate, commonly called …

Will'm Kieft, unto Arent van Curler for a certaine tract or parcel of land formerly in the tenure or occupation o^ Jonas Broncks, commonly called by the Indians by the name of Ranachque, and by the English Broncks land, lying and being on the maine to the east and over against Harlem low7i, having a certain small creek or kill which runs between the north-west part of it and …

2Qlh day of OcLohcr, 1644, was by the said Arenl van Curler, upon the 10th day of July, 1651, transported and made over unto Jacob Jans Stall, and upon the 19th day of December, 1062, conveyed by Matthews de Vos, as attorney of Geerlruyt Andries, the widow of the said Jacob Jansen S'oH, unto Geeririeu Hendrick, formerly the widow of Andries Hoppen, and by her upon the same …

Given under my hand and seal at Fort James in New York, on the island of Manhattoes, the day of in the 20th year of his majestie's reign. Anno Domini 166 • Richard Nicolls. The next possessor of Bronck\' land was Captain Richard Morris, who must have purchased of Edsall, cir. 1670. Mr. Sparks says : " That there was a contract, dated the 10th of August, 1670, in which Pvichard …

•^ Articles of agreement were entered into between the two brothers, that if either of them died without issue, the survivor, or issue of the survivor, if any, should take the estate. - -.•■ <■ Uaulap's Hist, of N. Y. vol. i. 272. v ,'-. ' To face pnge 284, vol. ii. Arms. gu. a Colnnfl Lewis Morris, proprietor of IheTlntern estal Monaioutlishire, England ; emigrated to …

20lh day of Oclobcr, 1644, was by the said Arenl van Curler, upon the 10th day of July, 1651, transported and made over unto Jacob Jans Stall, and upon the 19th day of December, 1062, conveyed by Matthews de Vos, as attorney of Geerlruyt Andries, the widow of the said Jacob Jansen S/oll, unto Geertrieu Hendrick, formerly the widow of Andries Hoppen, and by her upon the same …

Know ye that by virtue of the commission and authority unto me given by his royal highness, I iiave ratified, confirmed, and granted unto the said Samuel Edsall, his heirs and assignees, all the aforesaid parcel of land and premises, with all the soil, woods, pastures, meadow ground, marshes, commonage, creeks, waters, lakes, fishing, hawking, hunting and fowling, within the …

Sparks says : " That there was a contract, dated the 10th of August, 1670, in which Richard is styled a merchant in Mew York, and Lewis, his brother, a merchant in Barbadoes."* " it follows," (remarks Dunlapj) "that Richard was in Barbadoes in 1670, and contracted to come on to New York to purchase this grant of Morrisania for himself and brother, Lewis, who was to follow and …

The appellation of Glodrydd, or the Illustrious, was bestowed upon him, indicative of his personal deeds, as well as of his rank and extensive possessions, which comprised nearly all the lands between the Severn and the Wye. He died iti the early part of the eleventh century, leaving by Gwladys, daughter of Rhun ap Eduowain, Prince of Tegengl, a son, Cadwgan ap Elystan, Lord …

At the attack upon Chepstow Castle, which was defended by Sir Nicholas Kemishj the king's general, Lewis Morris was the second in command. After an obstinate resistance, the garrison was reduced by cutting off the supply of water which ran through the estate of Pearcefield, then owned by Col. Morris' son-in-law, John Walters, and setting fire to the castle. From this …

While on this service, Captain Lewis Morris purchased a large estate in that island. When the Protector sent forces to attack Hispaniola, under Admirals Penn and Venables, he forwarded a vacant regiment and a colonel's commission to him, with instructions that the forces were to land as directed by Colonel Morris. The failure of the expedition is said to have been owing, in a …

Upon the defeat of the popular party, William determined upon a sea voyage, until the storm should have blown over. He was lost at sea. His son John received a captain's commission from the Parliament in 1651. Like his father, he also perished at sea oft" Deal Castle in 1688. His body was found under the walls of the castle, and buried with military honors. His descendants are …

Although by the way of Boston, I suppose you would sooner receive the sad tidings of your brother's decease, in whom as you have lost an only brother so have I a dear friend ; 1 shall not insist upon many particulars relating thereto; our general letters arriving to you herewith I hope sufficiently inform you ; yet I cannot but reflect upon the transitory condition of poor …

I was also at the plantation on the other side, when there was some public correction of two or three negroes, and breaking the necks of a mutiny among the white men by Mr. Gibbs, and through his vigilance it is now in good order. The crime of the negroes is reported to be so natural to them, which was both stealing and receiving stolen goods. Worthy sir. Your most dutiful …

'•Lewis Morris," (continues Mr, Dunlap,) "tells us in the preamble to his will, that his 'mother died when' he 'was about six months old,' and his father not long after, in New York, where he was left an orphan entirely in the hands of strangers, who were appointed by the government to take care of him." He thus lost his parents, (wlio were probably English, avoiding the …

Lewis Morris of the island of Barbadoes hath long enjoyed and by patent stands possest of a certain plantation and tract of land, lying and being upon the maine, over against the town of Haerlem, commonly called Broncks' land, the same containing about five hundred acres, or two hundred and fifty morgen of land, besides the meadow thereunto annexed or adjoinir;g, cotted and …

Now know ye that by virtue of the commission and authority unto me given by his royal highness, T have confirmed granted, and given, and do hereby confirm, give, and grant unto the said Col Morris, his heirs and assignees, the afore recited land before possest by him, and the additional land herein exprest, and bounded as aforesaid, together with the woods and meadows, both …

" To all to whom this present writing shall come, doth witness, that we Shahash, Panazarah, Wanacapeen, Kneed, Taquamarke, and Awarazawis, having formerly sold unto Jonas Broncks a large tract of land lying and being between ye river commonly called Broncks' river and Harlem kill, and more especially that tract of land that Colonel Morris stands now possest of, as his draught …

formerly lived a Frenchman named Marcus Dossisway, all which parcel or tract of land we do for ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators, and assignees, fully and wholly acquit and discharge for ever ye said Colonel Morris, his heyres, executors, and administrators, of all and every part and parcel of ye residue of ye money that should have been paid by ye aforesaid …

On ihe 25ih of October, 1676, Colonel Morris purchased a large tract of land in East Jersey, consisting of 3540 acres, which he named Tintern and Monmouth, after the paternal estate in Monmouthshire, Wales. The last will and testament of Colonel Morris bears date 7th of February, 1690. Although twice married, he left no issue; his nephew, therefore, according to the agreement …

To the meeting of Friends at Shrewsbury, in Monmouth co., five pounds COUNTY OF WESTCHESTER. 291 current money of New York per annum forever, lo be paid out of his plantation -.t Tinton ironworks, to be paid on 25th March yearly. To Thomas Webley, of Shrewsbury, 250 acres on the westermost part of his 2000 acres, lying between Swimming River and Hop River, Monmouth CO., -- he …

To his nephew, Lewis Morris, son of his brother, Richard Morris, as soon as he attains the age of 21, the rest, residue, and remainder of his e'te ; i. e. his plantation and iron works at Tinton, with all lands, meadows, houses, barns, mills, runs and ponds of water, water courses, rivers, woods, trees, orchards, gardens, all his negroes on that plantation, cattel, horse …

M. And my will is, that in case of any disturbance by my s'd n'w conc'g the premi's or any part or par of e'te, real or p'l, hereby oth'se beq'd, and that my s'd dearly bel'd wife Mary M., her h'rs or as, shall thenceforth and then immediately enter into possession, have, occupie and enjoy all and co'n part and parcel of ye before recited premises, beq'ts and legacys given 292 …

Y., to be paid unto him by my s'd ex'x, h h's and as's in full of my bequests and legacys unlo him in case of any such disturbance or molestation as aforesaid. Item. I give and beq unto my hon'd friend. William Penn, my negro man Yaff, provided the said Penn shall come to dwell in America ; otherwise the s'd Yaff is to serve my said wife equally with other negroes. I{e7n. I …

Moreover, I g and beq unto my said nep'w, L. M., all my land and m'vvs alt Mattinicot, on Long Isl'd, together with all the profits and privil'es adv'g thereof, to him, his heirs and as's for ever, tog'r wiih one half of all my pewter and the one half of all my house linen for bedding and tabling that is on my plantation over against Harlem, and all my printed books, except …