âAt Johnson City, last evening, Henry Johnson. Mr. Johnson was an old and respected citizen.â
No mention was made in the sentence-long item that Henry Johnson was the founder of Johnson City, as well as Johnson Cityâs first mayor.
Jonesborough was spelled that way in 1874.
Feb. 26, 1917: The Morristown Evening Mail, a newspaper in Morristown, Tennessee, reported on a sad story that had a Johnson City dateline. âCircumstances now indicate that Cicero McNees and his pretty bride of about three weeks were murdered at their home near Johnson City some time (sic) early Saturday morning. It was first believed the double-tragedy was a case of murder and suicide. The bride was Miss Nola Mae Baker of Johnson City. It is said the parents of both McNees and his wife objected to their marriage.â
popped the question on Valentine s Day, presenting his future wife with a beautiful engagement ring.
The couple got engaged on Valentine s Day
HELLO! spoke to engagement and wedding ring and jewellery brand Taylor & Hart who valued the rock at an estimated cost of £11,900.
It looks to feature a 1.50ct centre oval diamond set in platinum, with fishtail pave diamonds to half eternity and non-cathedral shoulders.
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