Today in Johnson City History, Monday, July 20, 2026
A tragic end and more
Tuesday, July 20, 1926: A century ago today, the Johnson City Chronicle brought tragic news to readers. With a dateline from Morristown, and a date from July 19, readers read news that was brought via the United Press. “Mrs. Ruby Henson, 19, wife of Ruble Henson, committed suicide here Sunday by throwing herself under the Memphis Special, as it was pull…