Tag: Capt. Robert W. Johnson

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Remembering Clyde Nabers

To the Editor: I think that Misty Nabers-Nichols article in last week’s Boca Beacon (12/4/20) was a fitting tribute to a father who well deserves Misty’s fond memories. I’ve known Clyde Nabers from...

An appropriate refresher in history for this time: The Quarantine House

BY CAPT ROBERT W JOHNSON – The Boca Grande Quarantine Station, located on the south end of the island, was built in 1892 on the beach next to the Boca Grande Lighthouse for the Florida State appointed...

‘Shameful and illegal’

To the Editor: Well, you may ask, what is shameful and illegal? As Boca Grande’s resident historian, I will tell you. Two newbies have erected and planted obstructions on our historic Promenade walk....

Boca Grande: An island that was much different before the bridge

To the Editor: Congratulations on writing a significant editorial regarding the spring break party that was held recently. Without being specific, the editorial was more superficial than comprehensive....