Silk underwear for Mother s Day, cadet nurses sworn into service, military maneuvers for a med-tech center and more were reported on this day in Johnson City history.
April 20, 1866: The Union Flag reported, âThe Holston Presbytery closed its session in this place on Monday last. The meeting was very harmonious. Ten new members were added to the Church during the progress of the meeting â making nineteen in all who have recently become members.â
Furthermore, âA unanimous call was made by the Church for Rev. Dr. Waterbury to become the permanent pastor, which we are glad to learn will probably be accepted. No more devoted minister could be found.â
The Union Flag was a newspaper published in Jonesborough, which was spelled that way at the time.
April 20, 1893: The Comet reported on the status of several building projects underway in Johnson City. âJ.W. Crumley is erecting a splendid residence on Watauga Ave. It is closed in and rapidly nearing completion.â