Macdonald, John. Interview with Lyon, Samuel, 1787-1860; (1846-10-20). Experiencing the Neutral Ground of the American Revolution: The McDonald Interviews, WCHS item 522. Transcription courtesy of the Westchester County Historical Society (No copyright - United States).

- Hufeland Index Page 433 - October 20. Samuel Lyons, Esq. of Chesnut ridge: My father was taken by Capt. Totten at his house on the Post road near the crossroad leading to my house. My grandfather, Roger Lyons, held a Captain's commission under the king. My father was a prisoner a long time and at length escaped, and with the assistance of a British officer gained the east …