The Harrison County Courthouse in Cadiz,

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, was constructed during 1893 to 1895 by Joseph W. Yost. The courthouse mirrors others of his design, with large arched windows and a central clock tower domed and topped with a statue of Justice. The porches to the entrances are covered with a balcony. The building's corners are partially separate structures topped with mansard roofs,Owen, Lorrie K., ed. ''Dictionary of Ohio Historic Places''. Vol. 2.

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, 2007. Accessed 2010-02-13. The entire exterior is constructed of stone. After the building was constructed, a mechanic's lien was filed by the Greer family to prevent the county from taking possession of the property. The issue was finally resolved and the county officials moved in. Like other courthouses, the Harrison County courthouse fell into disrepair. In 1993, the courthouse saw renovations of the premises, including an elevator, replacement of the roof, dome, and stairs, as well as other much needed repairs.

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*''County Courthouses of Ohio'' by Susan W. Thrane Courthouses on the National Register of Historic Places in Ohio Buildings and structures in Harrison County, Ohio National Register of Historic Places in Harrison County, Ohio County courthouses in Ohio Clock towers in Ohio Yost and Packard buildings Government buildings completed in 1895 U.S. Route 250 {{HarrisonCountyOH-NRHP-stub