In 1775 Rebecca Tomlinson married Isaac Williams, a hunter and army scout.

In 1783 Joseph Tomlinson gave Rebecca the 400 acre Tomahawk claim, which became Isaac Williams' property by marriage.

In 1787 the area was peaceful enough for a permanent settlement, Isaac and Rebecca founded Williamstown.   They divided the 400 acres into lots and rented them out.    They also ran an Inn and a Ferry.

The picture shows Fort Harmar, with Williamstown in the background.

Williamstown was originally called Williamsport, and has also been called Sarge's Landing, Duncan and Williams Station.