Macdonald, John. Interview with Lyon, Samuel, 1787-1860; (1848-10-28). Experiencing the Neutral Ground of the American Revolution: The McDonald Interviews, WCHS item 1428. Transcription courtesy of the Westchester County Historical Society (No copyright - United States).

- Hufeland Index Page 762 - October 28th Samuel Lyon, of Chestnut ridge: "When my father was captured the guards and patrols that were posted and sent to secure the roads were absent at Colonel ? Hob- -bys in Middle Patent, and Major Lyon was, in consequence, surprised at his own house. He attempted to conceal himself under a bed, but finding his military coat upon a chair …

British [Officier] to whose generosity and humanity he appealed for assistance and protection, saying: "Sir, I have now told you all and my life is in your hands. I ask your assistance and protection. The officer hesitated a moment and then told him to call next morning. He called next morning and the officer took him on. When they came opposite Saybrook they parted, and Major …

Should you ever meet with him extend to him the same kindness I have shown to you." Soon after this Major Lyon crossed the Sound in a whaleboat and returned to West Chester. Totten and his party staid several days about North Castle Church on - Hufeland Index Page 765 - this occasion concealed it was said by Samuel Haight. I heard my father once say to Haight alluding to his …