Athens — BEARD, Caughey Alfred; born Henry County, Ala., March 10, 1870; son of James R. and Mary Jane (Johnson) BEARD; Scotch descent; educated Southern University, Greensboro, Ala.; married Mrs. Martha E. ROSE Aug. 24, 1905; member K.A. Frat; Mayor of Athens, Tenn., from July 28, 1907-1909; for two years […]
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Athens — BAYLESS, John Walker, banker; born Jonesboro, Tenn., July 5, 1854; English and Irish descent; son of Jesse M. and Susannah (Walker) Bayless; graduated from Grant University, Chattanooga, Tenn., with a degree of A.B.; became a merchant in early life; former mayor of Athens, Tenn., and also one time […]