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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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2008 homecomings

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Girls soccer

Corinne Hinsch (10) of Kings tries to defend Stephanie Juillerat (9) of Little Miami but is unsuccessful as Stephanie scored the first goal of the game, during the match Tuesday September 30th, 2008.
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Girls sectional golf tourney

Photos from the Division I girls sectional golf tournament held at Walden Ponds Golf Club, Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2008.
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2008 area homecomings

View photos from the area's latest homecoming games and dances.
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Little Miami vs. Ross

Little Miami played Ross High School Friday evening, September 12, at Little Miami High School.
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Time to go back to school

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Mason's Cross-Country Invitational Saturday September 6th, 2008.
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2008 pets

Your pets from 2008.
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2008 Renaissance Festival

Members of the Ohio Renaissance Festival street cast rehearse Saturday afternoon, August 23, during a full cast dress rehearsal. The festival's opening day is August 30.
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