Macdonald, John. Interview with Cook, Lyman, c.1772-1859; (1848-10-28). Experiencing the Neutral Ground of the American Revolution: The McDonald Interviews, WCHS item 735. Transcription courtesy of the Westchester County Historical Society (No copyright - United States).

- Hufeland Index Page 760 - October 28th. Doctor Lyman Cook, of Ohio, formerly of West Chester "I have not seen Jackson Odell for fifteen or twenty years, and have no recollection of the particular papers you mention, (formerly in General Thomas's possession) and relating to Colonel Greene, Major Flagg, and the attack on Davenports house, and the destruction of the black part …

By all means obtain access to the papers left by General Philip Van Courtland. Among them is an account of the attempt made by Governor Tryon in the early part of the troubles to bring over Governor Van Courtland and his family to the Crown. Failing in the attempt he left the Manor house in great disappointment, and went on board a vessel in the river refusing to stay to …

Among them is an account of the attempt made by Governor Tryon in the early part of the troubles to bring over Governor Van Courtland and his family to the Crown. Failing in the attempt he left the Manor house in great disappointment, and went on board a vessel in the river refusing to stay to dinner which he had agreed to do. Benjamin Odell of Ramsay's Mills - Hufeland Index …