City: Memphis
SPEED, James Marlin, banker; born Memphis, Tenn., Nov. 25, 1873; English-Irish descent; son of Robert A. and Mary (Jones) SPEED; paternal grandparents Jones S. and Julia (Kearney) SPEED, maternal grandfather Reuben JONES, maternal grandmother was a Miss BRITROM prior to her marriage; educated Christian Brothers’ College, Memphis, Tenn., graduated Nelson’s Business College, 1888; began his business career as clerk in Memphis Grain Elevator and Manufacturing Co.; served as assistant bookkeeper and second vice-president National City Bank, Memphis, Tenn.; member B.P.O.E., Business Men’s Club, Chickasaw Club, Hatchie Coon Hunting & Fishing Club; Democrat; chief deputy County Court Clerk’s office, 1894-1906; vice-mayor and commissioner of fire and police, Memphis, 1910.
Source: Who’s Who in Tennessee: A Biographical Reference Book of Notable Tennesseans of To-Day. Memphis: Paul & Douglas Co, 1911.
