Johann von Scheidt
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Johann Heinrich Veit von Scheidt genannt Weschpfennig (1523–1585) was a prominent nobleman and official in the Duchy of Berg during the 16th century.[1] As a member of the von Scheidt family, Johann was Lord of Lohmar, Hörscheid and Fußberg. He served as the Amtmann (bailiff) of Porz and held the title of Schützenmeister (master of the marksmen).[2]
Johann was the son of Rorich von Scheidt genannt Weschpfennig and Anna von Buchenhauer genannt Taufenschlag (Tuefenschlat). The von Scheidt genannt Weschpfennig family was a distinguished noble lineage in the Bergisches Land, with a history of service in various official capacities.[3] Johann's familial connections and inheritance positioned him to continue this tradition of public service.[4]
Career and Public Service
As Amtmann of Porz, Johann was responsible for overseeing local administration, justice, and the enforcement of ducal authority.[5] His role as Schützenmeister involved organizing and supervising shooting guilds, which were important civic institutions in the region.
In 1573, Johann is documented as Amtmann of Porz in official records. For instance, on March 31, 1573, Duke Wilhelm of Jülich-Kleve-Berg issued a decree addressed to Johann von Scheidt genannt Weschpfennig, Amtmann of Porz, and the officials of Mülheim, appointing Johann von Oemern as the new Vogt (reeve) and customs officer of Mülheim.
Furthermore, on April 21, 1573, Duke Wilhelm appointed Johann Alsueld as procurator at the courts of the Amt of Porz, replacing Caspar Polman. This appointment was made in the presence of Johann von Scheidt genannt Weschpfennig, Amtmann of Porz, and other officials, indicating Johann's active involvement in the administration of justice.[6]