Macdonald, John. Interview with Griffin, Martha, 1771-1851; (1847-11-18). Experiencing the Neutral Ground of the American Revolution: The McDonald Interviews, WCHS item 685. Transcription courtesy of the Westchester County Historical Society (No copyright - United States).

- Hufeland Index Page 641 - Novr. 18th Mrs. Martha Griffen of Bedford (aged 77) New Purchase: "Col. Holmes, I believe, commanded the party that burnt Bedford, and folks [said] that he would never return, but he did. Capt. Yaup Vermille lived in Cherry Street, and was very good at plundering. Lieut. Harris (Abijah) was a smart good soldier. Sheldon's and Moylan's horse lay near …