City: Pulaski
ABERNATHY, James Polk, lawyer; born Giles Co., Tenn., June 15, 1849; son of Charles C. and Elizabeth (Dickson) ABERNATHY; Scotch descent; educated in county schools and Giles College; married first Lula JONES, Nov. 9, 1875, second Mamie BUTLER, Nov. 24, 1891; member Kuklux; Mason, Odd Fellow, K. of H., Red Men, being Grand Master I.O.O.F. of Tenn.; began the practice of law in early life; was appointed clerk and master Chancery Court, Giles Co., in 1892, and still holds this office, with five more years to serve; Democrat (Regular); 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.
