Stewartsville, Ohio facts for kids

Stewartsville is a small community in Belmont County, Ohio, in the United States. It is called an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.

The History of Stewartsville

Stewartsville was named after a person named John Stewart. He was a business owner in the area. He worked in the local mining industry. A post office opened in Stewartsville in 1873. This post office helped people send and receive mail. It stayed open for many years, finally closing in 1998.

People Who Made a Mark

Some people from Stewartsville became well-known for their achievements.

• Sam Jones was a professional baseball player. He was a pitcher in Major League Baseball, which is the highest level of baseball in the United States.
• Shag Thomas was a professional wrestler. He was very good at wrestling and even became a champion in the sport.