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The comings and goings of area residents were reported on this day in Johnson City history.

The Watauga Association, a long line at City Hall, the first day of school and more were reported on this day in Johnson City history.

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Sheriff rounds up 20 suspects in laundry shooting, Whole-body wellness, Milligans president retires and more were reported on this day in Johnson City history.

June 6, 1889: According to The Comet, “A week or two ago the Johnson City Furniture Company advertised in the Comet for a good turner. The secretary, Mr. Hoppel, told

“Bruised cloves kept among furs frighten moth away.” “Never let a child sob itself to sleep.” “Whiting and lime juice clean ivory knife handles.” “When you want to cut whalebone warm it by the fire.” “Soot covered with salt is easily brushed up.” “Lemons stowed separately in dry sand keep fresh.” “Sufferers from dyspepsia should not drink while eating.” “Brush a baby’s hair, but do not comb it.” “A heated ...

April 23, 1845: The Jonesborough Whig and Independent Journal reported of a recent marriage. “In this County, on last Thursday evening, by Rev. Elbert F. Sevier, Rev. Alexander N. Harris, to Miss Edney, daughter of David Haynes, all of this County.” April 23, 1869: The Union Flag reported exciting news from Johnson’s Depot. “A lady living at Johnson’s Depot gave birth to a triplet of boys last week. This is certainly encouraging, in view of our threatening rupture with ...

WEATHERSFIELD — Jack D. Hunter, 89, passed away Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, at his residence. Jack was born Oct. 15, 1931, in Warren, the son of John W. and Vida (Dennis) Hunter. Jack retired in 1991 from Packard Electric, as a supervisor. He had previously worked for Grinnell and Republic Steel, both in Warren, and had been a volunteer firefighter for Weathersfield Township. He had served his country in the Navy during the Korean War. Throughout his life, Jack enjoyed camping, flying airplanes ...