In the early 1900’s, truck-farming was a way of life. Rockport were considered “country” by the folks living in Cleveland. Some of the early settlers in the area include the Anthonys, Bassetts, Eatons, Jordans, Masticks, Millards, and Spencers. On February 24, 1819, their petition was granted and Rockport was born appropriately named for the high, rocky embankments along the lakefront and along the sides of the Rocky River.ĭespite being densely wooded with patches of quicksand and inhabited by a variety of creatures including bears, wolves, rattlesnakes, and the less ferocious deer and turkey, Rockport continued to grow, attracting pioneer families looking for a better life. 7 petitioned to have a name given to the place they lived. In 1819, the 18 families who lived in Township No. The township was purchased in 1807 for $26.87.
7, Range 14 included the recognizable names of Fairview Park, Rocky River, West Park, Parkview, and most of Lakewood. The ranges were then numbered into townships. The land that is now the City of Fairview Park was first surveyed in the late 1700’s by General Moses Cleveland and his party of 49 others, agents for the Connecticut Land Company.
