Early Settlers of Warren County, Ohio
Member jure Joseph Newman (1829), Benjamin Franklin Newman (1874),
Mary Margaret Pottorf (1874), and Rebecca Pugh (1829)
Member jure Joseph Newman (1829), Benjamin Franklin Newman (1874),
Mary Margaret Pottorf (1874), and Rebecca Pugh (1829)
The Early Settlers of Warren County, Ohio (ESWC) is a lineage society that recognizes descendants of pioneers who settled in Warren County between January 1, 1821, and December 31, 1882. Administered by the Warren County Genealogical Society (WCGS), this society seeks to honor the individuals who contributed to the county’s early growth, culture, and economy by documenting their lineage and ensuring their history is preserved.
Joseph Newman was an early settler of Warren County, Ohio, establishing himself in Waynesville by 1829. Born on December 4, 1809, Joseph played a key role in the agricultural development of the region. He married Rebecca Pugh on December 19, 1829, in Warren County, solidifying his family’s deep roots in the community. He acquired land in the area and contributed to the county’s farming and civic life. His legacy continued through his children, including Benjamin Franklin Newman, who further expanded the family’s presence in the county.
Joseph Newman’s land records date back to 1829, documenting his presence and economic activities in Warren County. Census records, tax rolls, and property deeds affirm his role as a landowner and an early member of the Waynesville community. His homestead remained in the family for generations, underscoring the lasting influence of the Newman family in Warren County.
Joseph and Rebecca Newman had several children, among them Benjamin Franklin Newman, who was born in Warren County in 1838. Through this lineage, the family’s contributions to the county continued well into the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Joseph Newman was the son of Jonathan Newman and Anne Cloud. Jonathan Newman is a qualifying ancestor for the National Society Descendants of Early Quakers, and both Jonathan Newman and Anne Cloud are qualifying ancestors for the First Families of Warren County.
Benjamin Franklin Newman was born in Warren County in 1838 and remained a resident for much of his life. In 1874, he married Mary Margaret Pottorf, and their descendants continued the family’s presence in Ohio for multiple generations.
As a farmer and landowner, Benjamin Franklin Newman upheld the agricultural traditions of his family. His work in local development contributed to the stability and prosperity of Warren County. His descendants carried on this legacy, with some later relocating to adjacent counties and states while maintaining their historical ties to Warren County. Benjamin Franklin Newman’s documented residency in Warren County, spanning from his birth in 1838 to his later years, is recorded in census data, land ownership documents, and family histories. His life represents the continued presence and contributions of the Newman family in the county’s growth and development.
The ESWC recognizes those who can provide documented proof of descent from a qualifying ancestor who resided in Warren County between 1821 and 1882. Membership requires submission of genealogical records, land deeds, census entries, and other historical documents that establish the ancestral connection.
Membership in the Early Settlers of Warren County acknowledges the role that these individuals played in the county’s history. Through documentation and research, their contributions are recognized as part of the broader story of Warren County’s development.
Additional memberships will be added as they are approved.