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After leaving the Andrew Johnson Hotel late on December 31, 1952, it seems likely Hank Williams rode north on Gay Street and past the Tennessee Theatre.  The theatre was scheduled to play "Stop, You're Killing Me" around at 11:15pm.  The theater has no connection to Hank's last day.  Next, they probably turned onto Magnolia, drove past Chilhowee Park and then to U.S. Highway 11W (Rutledge Pike).  From my visit, it seems 11W was marked a little odd.  Perhaps "S11W."  So, be sure to watch for Rutledge Pike signs if you make the drive.

The Tennessee Theatre.  Click here for their website.

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