Elderkin Potter

Elderkin Potter (August 16, 1782 – October 1845) was an American politician and lawyer from Ohio. He served as a member of the Ohio House of Representatives, representing Columbiana County from 1827 to 1829.

Early life Elderkin Potter was born on August 16, 1782, in Norwich, Vermont, to Abigail (née Payne) and Lyman Potter. His father was a reverend and farmer. His maternal grandfather was Elisha Payne of Lebanon, New Hampshire. His brother Lyman Potter Jr. was a member of the Ohio House of Representatives, representing Trumbull County. While at Dartmouth, he became a member of the United Fraternity.

Career Potter practiced law in New Lisbon, Ohio, until his death.

In 1834, Potter helped break ground of the Sandy and Beaver Canal Company. He was a director of the company and advocated for its creation. In 1837, he was on the building committee of the Presbyterian Church.