Moore, Lester, 1903-1984,

Dates:
Birth 1903
Death 1984

Biographical notes:

Great-grandson of Henry Johnson (1809-1874), a prosperous East Tennessee businessman who founded Johnson City, Tenn., known in its early years as "Johnson's Tank" and "Johnson's Depot." Johnson operated a local store, post office, boarding house, and railway depot in the area. He is also credited with inventing the H. Johnson thrashing [sic] machine.

From the description of Lester Moore collection, 1930-1978. (East Tennessee State University). WorldCat record id: 37189714

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Subjects:

  • Henry Johnson threshing machine

Occupations:

  • Collector

Places:

  • Johnson City (Tenn.) (as recorded)