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 > To: [log in to unmask] > 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: > [log in to unmask] > > Sincerely, Patricia Nelson, Citizen Participation Specialist, > NYSDEC-Buffalo