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Postcard
circa 1973: Courtesy of Phil Edwards |
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Knoxville-North,
Tennessee -- 118 Merchants
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Opened
in about 1973, the Knoxville-North complex was built immediately
adjacent to I-75 for maximum visibility. Its combined Lobby, Restaurant
and meeting room building was fronted with an exaggerated Orange
Roof Mansard and HJ stonework. Passing motorists could not have
missed all of the Orange or the large enclosed pool structure that
was built behind the Restaurant. It was quite the place in its heyday!
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Brochure
circa 1970s |
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Dig
the groovy 1970s people in the lobby -- especially the man who
looks to be sporting very fashionable velour pants! |
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Aquatic
Center . . .
The
thermal pane glass keeps the temperature at 75 degrees and
heat lamps are arranged so the swimmer can warm up immediately
after leaving the water. During the summer months, the walls
and part of the roof can be opened, and there's plenty of
deck space outside. |
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Howard
Johnson's - Knoxville North - The Hub of East Tennessee's
Fabulous Vacation Area!
We provide a variety of activities to make your stay as pleasant
and relaxing as possible, whether you are here on business
or just to have fun.
The
pool area is carpeted for comfort and safety. A tropical atmosphere
has been created with plants, rocks and waterfalls - especially
nice when everything is cold and gray outdoors. There is also
a refreshing hydro-therapy pool to relax you.
Children
will enjoy our innovative playground, and we have a game room
with ping - pong for the whole family. |
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Spacious
Accommodations . . .
Howard Johnson's guest rooms provide the maximum in comfort and
privacy. Extra long beds, color T.V., wall - to - wall carpeting,
combination tub and shower, telephones, dressing area and individually
controlled heating and air conditioning. These outstanding accommodations
are luxuriously set into decorator interiors with appealing color
schemes and attractive appointments. |
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Brunch
Time -- Lunch Time -- Dinner Time
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... your Howard Johnson's (North) Restaurant offers a mouth
watering menu including everything from a quick snack to
a sumptuous steak dinner -- plus, of course, a full selection
of famous flavors Howard Johnson's ice creams and Dairy
Bar for extra fast service and fountain specialties.
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A
Relaxed Atmosphere . . .
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rounds out your stay in our plush and cheerful lounge. Enjoy an
intimate cocktail and hors d'oeuvres. You will enjoy meeting your
friends in this setting of fun and elegance -- in "THE
NOOK." |
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