Oct 04, 1984
Dr. Samuel C. Johnson House (William French House) - National Register of Historic Places
Statement of Significance: Distinctive architectural details characterize the Queen Anne styling of the Dr. Samuel C. Johnson House at 405 Locust Street. Local builder Andrew Malmgren erected the structure in 1884. Distinguished by a sweeping verandah with a gazebo at the east end, a variety of window designs incorporating leaded stained glass, and a pedimented south side gable modified by an arching base, the dwelling has high integrity and serves as one of the finest Queen Anne's in the community. As a represent station of the period, the Samuel C. Johnson House is rivaled only by the William Phipps House at 1005 Third Street, which is being nominated as a pivotal structure within the Third Street-Vine Street Historic District. Historical Statement : settled in Hudson in 1865. Humanitarian and civic-minded, Dr. Johnson established a respectful practice administering to the medical needs of Hudson area citizenry. He spent enumerable dollars to build one of the most extensive and valuable libraries in Wisconsin, including prescriptions to every accessible medical periodical. Johnson 's medical career beyond the limits of a local practitioner, serving for a time as President of the Wisconsin State Board of Health and State Surgeon General. His devotion to community service was augmented by positions as School Commissioner, Hudson Mayor, timed two nominations as Democratic contender for the U.S. Congress. During a time, severe crisis at the Oliver Wendell Holmes Sanitorium, which was erected in 1887 and has since been destroyed by fire, Dr. Johnson purchased the institution and poured personal funds into its accounts. As a result, the hospital continued to provide health services to the community. Upon Johnson 's death October 16, 1903, many renowned citizens and newspapers in the vicinity publicly eulogized the physician for his outstanding dedication to his profession and community. The Minneapolis Times reported that Or. Johnson had touched the lives of many people, "(Representing) all grades of fortune and position; yet they are all united by one sentiment the remembrance of the lifework of a man who never tried to be great, but only to be rich in his work, honest in his profession, loyal in his promises, 9Jld generous in his judgments. Highly revered as a physician, politician , and community servant, the life, career, and contributions of Dr. Samuel C. Johnson made .a .significant contribution.to health .care in the community .
Dr. Samuel C. Johnson House (William French House) - National Register of Historic Places
Statement of Significance: Distinctive architectural details characterize the Queen Anne styling of the Dr. Samuel C. Johnson House at 405 Locust Street. Local builder Andrew Malmgren erected the structure in 1884. Distinguished by a sweeping verandah with a gazebo at the east end, a variety of window designs incorporating leaded stained glass, and a pedimented south side gable modified by an arching base, the dwelling has high integrity and serves as one of the finest Queen Anne's in the community. As a represent station of the period, the Samuel C. Johnson House is rivaled only by the William Phipps House at 1005 Third Street, which is being nominated as a pivotal structure within the Third Street-Vine Street Historic District. Historical Statement : settled in Hudson in 1865. Humanitarian and civic-minded, Dr. Johnson established a respectful practice administering to the medical needs of Hudson area citizenry. He spent enumerable dollars to build one of the most extensive and valuable libraries in Wisconsin, including prescriptions to every accessible medical periodical. Johnson 's medical career beyond the limits of a local practitioner, serving for a time as President of the Wisconsin State Board of Health and State Surgeon General. His devotion to community service was augmented by positions as School Commissioner, Hudson Mayor, timed two nominations as Democratic contender for the U.S. Congress. During a time, severe crisis at the Oliver Wendell Holmes Sanitorium, which was erected in 1887 and has since been destroyed by fire, Dr. Johnson purchased the institution and poured personal funds into its accounts. As a result, the hospital continued to provide health services to the community. Upon Johnson 's death October 16, 1903, many renowned citizens and newspapers in the vicinity publicly eulogized the physician for his outstanding dedication to his profession and community. The Minneapolis Times reported that Or. Johnson had touched the lives of many people, "(Representing) all grades of fortune and position; yet they are all united by one sentiment the remembrance of the lifework of a man who never tried to be great, but only to be rich in his work, honest in his profession, loyal in his promises, 9Jld generous in his judgments. Highly revered as a physician, politician , and community servant, the life, career, and contributions of Dr. Samuel C. Johnson made .a .significant contribution.to health .care in the community .
Oct 04, 1984
Posted Date
Mar 27, 2022
Historical Record Date
Oct 04, 1984
Source Name
United States Department of Interior - National Park Service
