City: Montezuma
SKINNER, Edwin V., teacher and farmer; born near Montezuma, Tenn., Feb. 1, 1866; English descent; son of Absalom W. and Elizabeth (Hassell) SKINNER; father’s occupation, farmer; educated Jackson District High School, Montezuma, Tenn.; entered the educational work in early life; married Jennie BURKHEAD March 20, 1898; member Farmers’ Union, W. O. W., ex-Co. Pres.; Democrat; he has taught in public schools of Chester, McNairy and Hardeman counties, was Principal of Mason Hall High School, Obion Co., Tenn., 1899-1900; Principal Pinson High School, Madison Co., 1901-1902; at present he is Principal of Montezuma (Tenn.) public school; member of the Methodist church.
