See:    "Simeon De Witt, Pioneer Cartographer" in  Walter W. Ristow
American Maps and Mapmakers Commercial Cartography in the Nineteenth
Century   (Wayne State University Press, 1985) pp. 73-83.

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Patricia Nelson [SMTP:[log in to unmask]]
> Sent: Tuesday, September 28, 1999 4:18 PM
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> Subject:      History re: Simeon DeWitt, Strawberry Island (Erie Co.),
> NY
>
> Greetings:  We are searching for information regarding Simeon DeWitt,
> a surveyor circa 1802-1814, who worked in Western New York.  In
> particular, we are interested in obtaining information about other
> jobs and titles Mr. DeWitt held.  We have one reference which states
> he was "the General of New York". ??
>
> We are also searching for information regarding Strawberry Island,
> located in the Niagara River, Erie County, New York.
>
> Any information you can provide on either topic is greatly
> appreciated.  My sincerest thanks.  I can be reached at:
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> Sincerely, Patricia Nelson, Citizen Participation Specialist,
> NYSDEC-Buffalo