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https://violamuse.unfdhi.org/items/show/59 USA Florida Jacksonville Jacksonville Historical Society Viola Muse Collection (1959-18) Folder 9, item 3 Notes on the life and work of Jacksonville taxidermist Issac Johnson

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Isaac Johnson —. Born Tallahassee, FlaFlorida, 1864. 8thEighth grade in school —. Came to JaxJacksonville 19 yrsyears of age. Porter in curiosity shop. J.J. Mackey., French taxidermist, taught his trade. He opened own business where Seminole Hotel now standesstands. Stayed there until after fire, 1901 —. Moved to Broad St.Street. Operated number of years —. Moved to residence 335 E.East Ashley, then to 413 E.East Ashley, where he still carries on. Mounts anything from a shrimp to Aligatoralligator, Fishfish, reptiles, birds, animals. Makes fur neck pieces, belts, rings, pocket bookspocketbooks.

Only taxidermist in JaxJacksonville, white or colored. White curio shop owners get him to do their work, as well as individuals, tourist passing to &and fro.

Wife &and 3three sons assist him. Pleasing personality, willing to talk about experience in work.