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Loyalist Declaration of Dependence

Posted: 8 Mar 2003 8:30PM GMT
Classification: Query
i've recently come across information referring to a "Declaration of Dependence" signed in 1776 at Phillipse Manor Hall in Yonkers, NY by over 200 Loyalists. Does anyone have a copy of this declaration or knowledge of where I could obtain one?

Re: Loyalist Declaration of Dependence

Posted: 19 Mar 2003 6:06PM GMT
Classification: Query
Edited: 28 May 2006 12:01AM GMT
Surnames: Philipse
Found this bit of info, and perhaps Philipse Hall has copies of the text.

On November 28, 1776, the same year that 56 Americans signed the Declaration of Independence, well over 200 colonial New Yorkers placed their signatures on a "Declaration of Dependence." One such signer was Frederick Philipse III, Lord of the vast Manor of Philipsburg and resident of the elegant mansion known today as Philipse Manor Hall. Philipse and his family later fled to England where he died in 1786. His land and his mansion were confiscated by the New York State Legislature and sold at public auction. By the 20th century, city growth threatened the Manor Hall's future until New York State acquired it in 1908. Today, Philipse Manor Hall serves as a museum of history, art, and architecture as well as host to community organizations and meetings.

Frederick Philipse III and his family lived in luxury, well-supported by rents from the many tenant farms on his property. But times were changing, and while others rebelled against Great Britain, Frederick III defended the Crown. His Loyalist beliefs were so strong that General George Washington ordered him arrested in 1776. Philipse and his family later fled to British-occupied New York City and then to England, where the last "Lord of the Manor," broken in spirit and health, died in 1786. His land and his mansion were confiscated by the New York State Legislature and sold at public auction.

Philipse Manor Hall passed through the hands of several owners and was even purchased for use as the village hall. By the 20th century, city growth threatened the Manor Hall's future until New York State acquired it in 1908. Today, Philipse Manor Hall serves as a museum of history, art, and architecture as well as host to community organizations and meetings. Highlights of the Hall include its 18th century, high style Georgian architecture and a 1750's papier mache Rococo ceiling.

Recreation - Visitors to Philipse Manor Hall may partake in group tours, guided tours and educational services. The Hall is open April 1 to October 31, Wednesday-Saturday 12-5 p.m. and Sunday 1-4 p.m. There is a nominal fee for groups and school tours. The Manor Hall is also host to community meetings.

Location - Philipse Manor Hall is located on the eastern shores of the Hudson River at Warburton Avenue and Dock Street, Yonkers.

Contact Information:
Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site, Warburton Avenue and Dock Street, P.O. Box 496 , Yonkers, NY, 10702, Phone: 914-965-4027, Fax: 914-965-6485

web site: http://nysparks.state.ny.us/hist/ then choose Philipse Hall from the side menu.

Re: Loyalist Declaration of Dependence

Carol Piers (View posts)
Posted: 30 Mar 2003 12:43AM GMT
Classification: Query
Surnames: Loyalists: Craig, Piers, Seaman
Thanks Greg. I'll use the contact phone # to see if Phillipse Hall has a copy of the "Declaration of Dependence"

Re: Loyalist Declaration of Dependence

Joanna (View posts)
Posted: 14 Apr 2003 11:09PM GMT
Classification: Query
Surnames: Montgomery
Carol,

I am descended from a Loyalist family. Have you had any success in locating a copy of this document - I would be interested in a copy also.

Thank you,

Joanna

Re: Loyalist Declaration of Dependence

Loretta Worden (View posts)
Posted: 15 Apr 2003 6:20PM GMT
Classification: Query
Surnames: Loyalists
I found this after Goggling "Loyalist Declaration Of Dependence" . There is a photo of the pet. with names, a bit hard to see but it is there. Perhaps one could get a copy from there. www.indy.thinkdesign.com The site deals with N.Y., the war and covers many years. Happy Hunting

Re: Loyalist Declaration of Dependence

Posted: 27 May 2003 7:34PM GMT
Classification: Query
Hi Carol
I believe this is what you are looking for. Click here: http://indy.thinkdesign.com/item.php?item_no=64
~Marina

Re: Loyalist Declaration of Dependence

Posted: 17 Nov 2004 8:10AM GMT
Classification: Query
Edited: 15 Apr 2005 10:44PM GMT
Hi Carol,

Did you ever have any luck finding this document? I saw a couple of people responded with a link, but it no longer appears to work. I decend from a Loyalist ancestor that lived in this very area, and I'm very curious to know if he might have signed the Declaration. Thanks!

Scott

Re: Loyalist Declaration of Dependence

Posted: 17 Nov 2004 5:09PM GMT
Classification: Query
Surnames: Montgomery, Chapman & Smith
Carol: My research was done back in 1990 almost entirely thru sources in books. I never heard about Loyalist Declaration of Dependence. My one ancestor, Alexander Montgomery Sr. wrote the governent many times while living in Burton, N.B. He left Canada in 1791 after much suffering from living on such poor land. His son, Alexander Montgomery Jr., wife Juda Myer and family remained in Canada and settled with family in Yorktown, (Toronto) by1801.
He and his brother fought on British side in Long Island and New Jersey until 1783. He also fought in War of 1812 when American forces invaded Fort at Yorktown.

Re: Loyalist Declaration of Dependence

Carol Piers (View posts)
Posted: 19 Nov 2004 12:01AM GMT
Classification: Query
Surnames: Piers, Peers, Bolding, Pineo, Seaman, Chipman
Hi Scott,

Below is a link to a scanned copy of the document. There is also a link at the bottom of the scanned image to view a transcript of the document.

http://independence.nyhistory.org/item.php?item_no=64

It's interesting to note there were 547 Signers of the Declaration of Dependence as opposed to only 56 Signers of the Declaration of Independence. This was their second petition to the King. It is apparent they wanted to peaceably lobby for representation.

Enjoy Researching!
Carol

Re: Loyalist Declaration of Dependence

Carol Piers (View posts)
Posted: 19 Nov 2004 12:02AM GMT
Classification: Query
Surnames: Piers, Peers, Bolding, Pineo, Seaman, Chipman
Hi Florence,

I posted a response to Scott's with a link to view a scanned image of the document and a transcript thereof.

Enjoy,
Carol
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