274 762 between Colberg and Peekskill has much knowledge of events in the Revolutionary War that transpired near the North river. I will see him and write to you. 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- -by's in Middle Patent, and Major Lyon was, in consequence, surpri…

My father after being confined in the Sugar House made his escape to Long Island where he travelled East, and at last found it necessary to discover himself to a [page break] 276 764 British [Officer] 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 hesit…