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

Elizabeth Cowman House

Circa 1830

— Old Springboro 1815 —

Elizabeth Cowman House Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Craig Doda, July 2, 2023

1. Elizabeth Cowman House Marker

Inscription. Elizabeth Cowman, the youngest sister of village founder Jonathan Wright, was living in Baltimore in 1830 when her husband died suddenly, leaving her to care for her two young children. Jonathan Wright sold her the lot on your right (210 South Main) for $20 and had the house built for her. Elizabeth lived here until 1867 when she sold the house for $1,000 and moved away to live with her son, James. Elizabeth died in 1884 at the age of 95. From 1830 until 1915 this house was continuously owned by women.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Settlements & Settlers • Women. A significant historical year for this entry is 1830.

Location. 39° 33.244′ N, 84° 13.99′ W. Marker is in Springboro, Ohio, in Warren County. Marker is on South Main Street (Ohio Route 741) south of East Market Street, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 210 S Main St, 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. Jonah Thomas House (here, next to this marker); Jonah Thomas Shop (within shouting distance of this marker); M. & J. Wright General Merchandise (within shouting distance of this marker); The Lyceum (within shouting distance of this marker); Joseph Stanton House (within

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shouting distance of this marker); The Stanton House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); "Squatter's House" (about 300 feet away); Jack Decker House (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Springboro.

Photographed By Craig Doda, July 2, 2023

2. Elizabeth Cowman House Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on July 28, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 18, 2023, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 79 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 18, 2023, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.