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The Village of Maineville

Known as the John Michael Building, this landmark has been stationed at the village crossroads since 1840. Staff photo by Linda Scott

About Maineville

Founded: 1850
Population: 935 (2002 Estimate)
Location: Warren County, Ohio
Education: 8 Public Schools, 2 Vocational Schools, 2 Colleges/Universities

On March 23, 1850, an act to incorporate the town of Maineville in Warren County was drawn up. The act consisted of six sections and was passed by the General Assembly of the State of Ohio and was signed by Benjamin F. Leiter, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Charles G. Convers, Speaker of the Senate.

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By this act, Maineville became the first and only incorporated town in Hamilton Township. The first election of officers was held April 2, 1850 from 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. with Joseph Dennet and Joseph Whitney acting as judges. The following officers were elected: Mayor: Silas Dudley; Recorder: Sherman Knowlton; Councilmen: R.Y. Blackstone, Benjamin Tufts, Henry Cook, Jesse Baldwin, H.L. Clinton.

From Maineville, Ohio History: 100 years as an incorporated town 1850-1950. ©1950 by Robert Brenner

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