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Macdonald, John. Interview with Bayles, Nathaniel, 1791-1873; (1848-11-16). John M. McDonald Interviews, 1844-1851, WCHS item 773. Westchester County Historical Society. Transcribed by history.croton.news April 2026.

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104 830 162. Martin Smith of Tarrytown: " With respect to Major André's capture, I have my information from old Mr. Wildey who owned the ground where it occurred on both sides of the road J: The capture was made south of André's brook and west of the old road, and they took him across for examination. Nov. 16th. Nathaniel Baylies Esq: "I was well acquainted with Isaac Van Wart and drew his will. …
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We then took him across the road to the east side south of the brook, where there is now an orchard, and there examined him, &c. What took place afterwards you know already. They stopped at Isaac Reade Tavern, between Youngs's and Tarrytown, [page break] 108 832 164. and borrowed the cards with which they played. They called again on their return at Reeds with their captive. He refused refreshme…
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