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In 1952, a flood control impoundment was built on the East Branch and has alleviated the frequent flooding. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Johnsonburg paper mill changed with the times, keeping the industrial process modern and providing employment throughout the years to local residents. Logs have funneled into the mill from near and far, and paper has flowed out to enlighten the nation. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper from Johnsonburg entertained the readers of the Saturday Evening Post. Many of the early residents to the community were Italian-American immigrants. They have retained their ethnic identity and are proud of their heritage. Johnsonburg celebrated its bicentennial in 2010 with a large parade. They look forward to the next hundred years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e[authors] Author(s): \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dennis-mcgeehan\"\u003eDennis McGeehan\u003c\/a\u003e[\/authors]","brand":"America Through Time","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21201651859538,"sku":"9781635000627","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0020\/9171\/2594\/products\/9781635000627.jpg?v=1545661422"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.through-time.com\/collections\/america-through-time\/industrial-heritage.oembed","provider":"America Through Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}