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Interview with Jonathan L. Johnson.Entry/Object ID
2025.001.032Scope and Content
Oral history interview with Jonathan Lathrop Johnson, Sr. (1899-1999) interviewed by Lorelai Smith regarding the history of Eastern Point, Groton, undated
Jonathan as born in Norwich on December 14, 1899, moved to New London in 1929 (during which time he frequently visited Eastern Point) and moved to a home at 248 Shore Ave. after retiring from the military. He discusses his first views of Eastern Point from paddle steamers and sailboats on the Thames River, his wife's (Audrey Bliven Johnson) experience as a nurse for Henry Plant, his military career and his experiences living in Eastern Point. Other topics include the Tyler House, Tyler Ave., Harborview Cottage Association, Eastern Point Rd., the Sturtevant family, Shennecosett, Central Ave., Eastern Point Sanitary Company, Eastern Point Property Owners Association, Eastern Point Beach Park.Collection
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Eastern Point, Eastern Point Beach, Shore Ave., Shennecossett Golf Club, Shennecossett Golf Course, 1938 Hurricane, Eastern Point Property Owners Association, Tyler Ave., Tyler HouseGeneral Notes
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Notes: original file name: #09 - Johnson Sr. Jonathan L