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Genealogy research being conducted in the Jefferson City, Tennessee by the Jefferson County Geological Society.

This book highlights Negro Methodist Episcopal Church named Boyd Chapel. Another notable church is Elizabeth Chapel, where Trustee W.B. Peck did business. Mrs. Leola Peck Bassett recalls her great uncle Silas "Uncle Cy" Peck, Janitor of Elizabeth…

Selection from a booklet about the early history of Mossy Creek known referred to as Jefferson City, Tennessee. Selections cover the early settlement of the land by the Peck family, establishment of a Methodist church , the contributions and death of…

Black and white photograph of The Jefferson City Milling Co. Manufacturers Mossy Creek Water Ground Meal Sunrise Flour & Feed

Newspaper Article Titled "Services today for country's oldest resident, Leola Bassett" detailing Leola Peck Basset, age 107, is the granddaughter of freeman and veteran (formerly enslaved by The Adam Peck Family of Mossy Creek). Leola went to the…

Detailed history of Body Chapel United Methodist Church including a copy of the original church deed. Included in the church history are accounts of slavery dividing the church congregation and the effects on the religious community.

Monthly packet that includes relevant news concerning church members, words of wisdom from church leadership, update on meeting times for bible study and services regarding Martha Davis Baptist Church.

Obituary in the newspaper for Earl Barnett---- a well respected math teacher and member of the Knoxville Community, departed this life on Wednesday, January 25, at Fort Sanders Hospital in KNoxville, Tenn., after a lengthy illness. He was 63 years…

Newspaper article featuring the 120th anniverary and a brief history of the church, a schedule of events and snapshot of Rev. Christian B. Taylor. Other Names mentioned: John Roper Banner, Rev. Charles K. Mayes, William and Margaret

Catherine Moulden of Jefferson City, Tennessee shares her recipe for Pound Cake and recounts the impact cooking has has on her from childhood and onwards into her adult life.