City: Prospect Station
REED, John D., merchant; born Prospect Station, Tenn., Oct. 6, 1856; Irish descent; son of W.W. and Mary (Pittman) REED; father farmer; paternal grandparents Thomas and Amy (Cox) REED; maternal grandparents David H. and Penelope (Waldren) PITTMAN; received education in the county schools; married Mattie EZELL, Oct. 6, 1880; and Lizzie HYDE, Nov. 22, 1893; began his business career as clerk in general store at age of 18, holding this position for three years; later entered the general merchandise business in which he is at present engaged; held office of constable of Giles Co., for 6 years; Mason and K. of P., having been chancellor commander and keeper of R. and S., also Sec. F. & A.M. for several years; Democrat; member M.E. church.
Source: Who’s Who in Tennessee: A Biographical Reference Book of Notable Tennesseans of To-Day. Memphis: Paul & Douglas Co, 1911.
