Today in Johnson City History

Today in Johnson City History

Today in Johnson City History, Saturday, May 16, 2026

Continuing to catch up!

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Rebecca Henderson
Jun 11, 2026
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Thursday, May 16, 1901: One hundred and twenty-five years ago today, The Comet reported several short news items and advertisements for its readers to peruse. Some of each follow: “To get good eating, go to Geo. B. Brown.”

“Miss Wagner, of Mountain City, is the guest of Miss Sallie Fox.”

Mountain City, Tennessee is about 44 miles northeast of Johnson City…

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