Springboro in Warren County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Jack Decker House

Circa 1830

Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., November 1, 2008

1. Jack Decker House Marker

Inscription. This site was purchased by Josiah Townsend in 1827 for $50. In 1830, the property was sold for $1,500, suggesting that a house was built on the property sometime before 1830. Emmor Bailey, a member of the Society of Friends (Quakers), bought the house in 1831, and likely enlarged the structure in 1843. Jack Decker, whose wife Harriet bought the house in 1890, used the barn behind the house as a livery stable. His carriage service ran between Springboro and the train stations in the nearby towns of Franklin and Carlisle. Other long-time residents were Ervin and Erma Blinn who resided in the home from 1923 to 1967.

Erected by Old Springboro.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Churches & Religion • Industry & Commerce • Notable Buildings. In addition, it is included in the Quakerism series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1827.

Location. 39° 33.189′ N, 84° 14.01′ W. Marker is in Springboro, Ohio, in Warren County. Marker is at the intersection of Main Street (Ohio Route 741) and State Street, on the right when traveling south on Main Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Springboro OH 45066, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Town Hall, Jail, and Fire Station (within shouting distance of this marker);

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Springboro (within shouting distance of this marker); Joseph Stanton House (within shouting distance of this marker); Jonathan Wright Chapter, NSDAR (within shouting distance of this marker); M. & J. Wright General Merchandise (within shouting distance of this marker); Jeremiah Stansel House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Jonathan Wright Homestead (about 300 feet away); Elizabeth Cowman House (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Springboro.

Photographed By Craig Doda, July 2, 2023

2. Jack Decker House Marker

Jack Decker House and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., November 1, 2008

3. Jack Decker House and Marker

Jack Decker House image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Craig Doda, July 2, 2023

4. Jack Decker House

Old Springboro Sign image. Click for full size.

Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., November 1, 2008

5. Old Springboro Sign

Credits. This page was last revised on July 22, 2023. It was originally submitted on November 20, 2008, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 1,229 times since then and 41 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on November 20, 2008, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. 2. submitted on July 10, 2023, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. 3. submitted on November 20, 2008, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. 4. submitted on July 10, 2023, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. 5. submitted on November 21, 2008, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.