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THE LINDBERGH FOREST residential neighborhood is located in South Knoxville off Chapman Highway, a two-mile drive from downtown Knoxville. The subdivision was established in 1927 by Knoxville real estate developers McLean, Rector & Scott. Lindbergh Forest was built as an automobile development of custom-built homes that catered to middle-class families - all within a beautiful woodland setting.
With the mass production and affordability of the Model-T, the automobileoriented suburban development stage began in American cities in the 1920s. As businesses moved farther out of the downtown area, and city streetcar lines were not the only viable means of transportation, the suburbs grew rapidly. New asphalt roads, along with bridges and tunnels, replaced unpaved roadways allowing people to move out of the city limits to enjoy more green spaces and unique residential architecture.
The popular revival styles of the 20th century are represented within the Lindbergh Forest neighborhood, with Tudor Revival being the most prominent style. Additional architectural styles include Dutch Colonial Revival, Colonial Revival, Spanish Eclectic, Minimal Traditional, and two Lustron Houses. Lustron Houses were prefabricated enameled metal paneled homes designed to meet the housing shortage following World War II. The colored enamel was baked into the steel so the house never required re-painting maintenance and the original colors can still be seen today.
Lindbergh Forest is also unique for its use of East Tennessee marble and pink sandstone in its construction and surrounding landscape. East Tennessee marble is used in almost all of the neighborhood homes and can be seen in the window and door sills, surrounds, trim, wall coverings, and walkways.
The subdivision was platted in a curvilinear form that is typical of automobile suburbs of the early 20th century. Lindbergh Forest is one of the first subdivisions in which the developer installed the infrastructure at the time of the development. Amenities included ornamental street lighting creating “whiteway” roads, city water, electricity, concrete paved streets, and landscape beautification.
In May 1927, in order to garner excitement for the new development, McLean, Rector & Scott announced a competition to name the new neighborhood. They placed ads in the newspaper requesting suggestions, and more than 2,000 individuals submitted names. The winning name was selected by three judges, and five Knoxville residents who had all suggested Lindbergh Forest, divided the $200 prize. That would be almost $3,000 in 2021! The neighborhood was named in honor of Charles Lindbergh, an American aviator, military officer, and inventor, and the name was christened on June 29, 1927. In the early morning hours of May 20, 1927, Lindbergh made the first solo nonstop transatlantic flight from Long Island, New York, to Paris, France, in a custom-built, single-engine plane called the Spirit of St. Louis. The 33 1/2 hour flight ended when Lindbergh touched down in the Paris suburbs at 10:30 pm on May 21, 1927. Today, the Spirit of St. Louis is on exhibit at the atrium of the National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C. The plane also served as the inspiration for the design of the Airplane Filling Station on Clinton Highway.
By the summer of 1927, 22 lots had been sold, and construction was slow but steady. In 1929, McLean, Rector & Scott began advertising the advantages of the neighborhood’s location, highlighting the close proximity to the “new purposed Henley Street Bridge” and US 441, the “Gateway to the Smoky Mountains National Park.” By the end of 1931, with the opening of the Henley Street Bridge, construction of homes in the neighborhood increased, with steady construction continuing throughout the mid-1930s.
Lindbergh Forest is an excellent example of a Knoxville automobile suburb. Although it is small in comparison to other Knoxville automobile suburbs, it still retains its architectural integrity, and the homes have been wellmaintained and continue to represent a pride of ownership that was part of the developer’s original vision.
Knox Heritage preserves structures and places of historic or cultural significance for our community. Established in 1974 as a non-profit educational corporation, our organization works to protect and raise awareness of what is beautiful and irreplaceable in East Tennessee. For more information, visit www.KnoxHeritage.org.
Nancy Lee Andrews
BY RANDY PATTERSON, BOOMEROCITY.COM
AS I WRITE this, it is the evening of the 57th anniversary of The Beatles’ first appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show. I have had the privilege of interviewing many popular artists who, collectively, each say that they watched that legendary performance - and THAT specific show was what encouraged them to pursue a career in music.
Since those days, the world has fallen in love with The Beatles and followed everything in the band’s 10 years together. After their breakup, we’ve kept up with every single thing that each of the lads from Liverpool have done. Even today, Beatles conventions are popular events that have many people still tied to the Fab Four. Beatlemania is alive and well!
Everything Knoxville readers have enjoyed interviews with various people connected to The Beatles such as Bob Gruen, Steve Lukather, Todd Rundgren, Gregg Rolie, and former Apple Records exec and Beatles confidant, Ken Mansfield. That circle now grows by another person who has become a good friend of mine: Nancy Lee Andrews.
Nancy was discovered by the legendary radio and television entertainer, Arthur Godfrey, who introduced her to the modeling industry maven, Eileen Ford - leading to Ms. Andrews becoming an internationally sought-after model.
Nancy said of her first interview with Ms. Ford: “I went and got myself a great little sundress. I walk into Eileen Ford’s office at around 11 am and I said, ‘Well, here’s my envelope’ - you know, my beat-up manila envelope - dog-eared envelope (of photos). She pulls that out, looks at them, and she said, ‘Okay, fine. This is what we’re going to do,’ and the next thing I know, I hit the ground running - had a portfolio put together and did testing with great photographers. I was in 17 Magazine within a month. I was in Mademoiselle.”
It was as a model that she caught the eye and heart of none other than Ringo Starr. During their seven-year engagement, Nancy was able to further develop her skill as an accomplished photographer - including shooting the cover photographs of two of Ringo’s albums, Ringo the 4th and Bad Boy.
Years after her relationship with Ringo ended, Nancy published a book of her life in the rock world titled “A Dose of Rock ‘n’ Roll” that is still available and a fan favorite. She shared with me that her book actually came about as a result of research for another book entirely. Go to www. Boomerocity.com to hear the fascinating story in her words.
Here’s a summary: Since Nancy was always going on location with bands and musicians in the ’70s, she had an extensive archive of photographs. “A relaxed archive,” she calls it. At first, Ken Mansfield, executive of several record labels and Nancy’s Rock & Roll godfather, asked for one of her photos of singer-songwriter, Harry Nilsson. After seeing how good that one was, Ken, his editor, and his publisher wanted to see more of her photo collection, so Nancy pulled out her sheets and 35 millimeter slides.
“So, I prepared for them and put up my five foot light box. They came from Chicago, the editor came from Arizona, and they descended upon me and my little my home studio. I laid out 40 sheets, and they’re going, ‘Oh my God! Oh, my God! Oh, my God, I think we have a book here!’ I said, ‘You’re looking for pictures for other people’s books?’ And they go, ‘No, no, no, we want to do a book with you.’ So right then and there, I mean, within like three hours of negotiating, we negotiated ‘A Dose of Rock’n’Roll!’”
Of course the popular book led to Nancy becoming a much sought-after guest at Beatles conventions. She remembers going and having conversations with Pattie Harrison, who also attended, about what a surreal experience it was to be there. But both came to the conclusion that as crazy as it was feeling like they were on display, it did help them sell their books!
“I guess having a couple of girls there, which they call us ‘the muses,’ which I think Pattie Harrison is the Ultimate Beatles Muse in the World, period. But we got through that, and it was fun.”
Nancy and I talked extensively over the course of two Zoom call sessions. She shared about how she was discovered, her Ringo years, her acting, and her post-Beatles life. Both calls can be viewed by visiting www.Boomerocity.com. Be sure to log on to hear Nancy’s stories in her own words.
Additionally, you can order Nancy’s books directly from Nancy Lee Andrews by visiting her on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ nancylee.andrews.5. Tell her that Boomerocity and Everything Knoxville Magazine sent you!
Randy’s first interview was at the tender age of 13 with none other than Col. Tom Parker. Thirty-six years later he founded the webzine, Boomerocity.com, and has conducted close to 200 interviews with some of the most interesting people in music.
Keeping Tennessee’s Land and Water Healthy, One Yard at a Time
ASMART YARD - that’s what UT Institute of Agriculture calls a yard that is in tune with the local environment for the benefit of both people and our ecosystem. The Tennessee Valley Authority, University of Tennessee Extension, and the Tennessee Water Resources Research Center have worked together to bring this program to Tennessee.
Tennessee Smart Yards is an UT Extensionled program that guides Tennesseans on practices they can apply in their outdoor spaces to create healthier, more ecologicallysound landscapes and communities. Nine principles of stewardship serve as the foundation for the program and are explored in online modules and practical workshops taught by UT Extension and water resource professionals.
You don’t have to be an expert gardener or landscaper to create a Tennessee Smart Yard! All it takes is a willingness to learn and a desire to take actions described in their TNSY Workbook. Maintaining a Tennessee Smart Yard provides natural functionality for homeowners through working with nature for the benefit of both. Learn why a Smart Yard is right for you and our environment by visiting their website at www.tnyards.utk.edu.
With a Tennessee Smart Yard, you win and so does Tennessee’s environment. You don’t waste water, fertilizers, or pesticides, and Tennessee’s waterways and wildlife are protected for generations to come.
The Nine Principles of the Tennessee Smart Yards Program: • Right Plant, Right Place • Manage Soils and Mulch • Reduce, Reuse, Recycle • Water Efficiently • Use Fertilizer Appropriately • Manage Yard Pests • Reduce Stormwater Runoff and its Pollutants • Provide for Wildlife • Protect Water’s Edge There’s no doubt about it - successful garden and lawn care in Tennessee requires special knowledge and skills. The Tennessee Yardstick Workbook is available at www.tnyards.utk.edu and shows you how to create attractive and healthy “Smart Yards” by working with Tennessee’s environment rather than against it. The workbook is your roadmap to a more sustainable landscape along with nine video sessions with team experts that provide fundamental information and tips on each of the foundational principles. What is the payoff? It’s a lovely yard that meets your needs, enhances your community, and helps protect Tennessee’s beauty and natural resources! Share with UT Institute of Agriculture how you achieved your Smart Yard to receive an official certificate to show everyone that you have done your part to keep Tennessee’s land and water healthy.
Gluten-Free Bakery, Café and Market
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So Good, You Won’t Miss the Gluten
- Charlie R, diagnosed with celiac as a toddler
BENEFIT YOUR LIFE is a dedicated gluten-free market and bakery - as in, EVERYTHING that they make is gluten free. By offering baked goods, lunch specials, smoothies, holiday treats, and more, Benefit Your Life has become the go-to place for all things yummy! Inside the bright, inviting store, you’ll find friendly faces and plenty of room to enjoy your purchases. Their Mission Statement - striving to improve lives by greeting everyone with a smile, offering help and encouragement, and creating a community while serving delicious, high-quality, gluten-free foods in an environment dedicated to good health.
While in Maryland, owner Pam Hill ran her own bakery that offered some gluten-free treats - mainly for her four daughters! In 2019, after relocating here to Knoxville, she had the opportunity to continue providing delicious gluten-free items when she bought BYL. Today, Pam and her daughters are in the bakery working hard and taste-testing everything to make sure it’s wonderful! They have also added a variety of vegan, dairy-free, paleo, and Keto items.
Their bakery case is filled daily with a variety of scones, cinnamon rolls, brownies, cookies, cupcakes, and other delicious desserts. Be sure to try a BYL smoothie! For lunch, choose from quiche, sandwiches, scoops, wraps, and paninis.
Follow Benefit Your Life on Facebook and Instagram for updates and daily specials (like fritters, biscuits & gravy, and focaccia!) or call to confirm availability of specific products. For store hours, see their adjacent ad. BYL goods are also available at several area coffee shops and markets.
Benefit Your Life Bakery & Café
10420 Kingston Pike, Suite G Knoxville, TN 37922 865.288.3193 www.benefityourlife.com
Your Home’s Makeover Headquarters
BY AARON HUNT, CO-OWNER OF PREMIERE CONSIGNMENT
THERE ARE VERY few days I would describe as dull or boring here at Premiere Consignment in nearby Tellico Village. The variety of household items we accept for consignment, combined with the personalities and stories of both our consignors and customers, provide an endless source of fascinating anecdotes. Shopping at Premiere Consignment can be an adventure in itself when you consider that the items we sell came from throughout all of North America (and occasionally around the world) as our consignors pursued their varied careers - many are antiques that have been in families for generations. As retirees converge on the Tellico Lake area, many of the possessions they have acquired throughout their lifetime find themselves becoming the latest “treasures” at Premiere Consignment.
With new inventory being accepted daily, we encourage our new and repeat customers to visit us often! Discover room settings and individual accent pieces from the nation’s top furniture brands, including Henredon, Bernhardt, Hooker, and more. We also feature quality Oriental and area rugs, table and floor lighting, décor items, and a large selection of wall art, including limited edition prints from both regional and national artists. So whether you need to furnish an entire home or just update a single room, you’re likely to find what you’re looking for at Premiere Consignment - at prices far below their original retail cost.
If you have quality, pre-owned furniture, room décor, art, or Oriental rugs that are not being used as a result of downsizing, relocation, or an update, Premiere Consignment can help turn those pieces into cash without the hassle of placing ads, waiting for strangers to show up at your home, or hoping the buyer’s check clears your bank. We take the stress out of re-selling your unneeded household items. We can even help you with your moving or estate sale.
Just give us a call, visit us online, or better yet, visit our retail showroom, and we will be happy to share with you the many ways Premiere Consignment can assist you. And while you’re here, be sure to ask us about our online eBay store that connects our consignors with buyers from around the world.
Premiere Consignment
320 Lakeside Plaza Loudon, TN 37774 865.458.9721 www.premiereconsignment.com
PINK Jeep Tours
IN ADDITION TO their Great Smoky Mountains and Pigeon Forge tours, PINK Jeep has come up with a new Gatlinburg tour that is a bit more weather friendly. See scenic views galore and several of Gatlinburg’s hidden gems along with the opportunity to venture outside for photos and some fresh air and, of course, an off-road 4x4 adventure on a private trail. Learn more about GSM National Park, area early settlers, wildlife, trees, and flowers - all from local guides who do the driving for you. There’s truly nothing else like it on a visit to the Smokies!
