City: Obion
BUCHANAN, J. W., merchant; born in Obion Co., Tenn.; son of J. A. and Nannie BUCHANAN; moved to Obion, Tenn., Dec. 1899; made general manager of Obion Glass Hardware Co. May 14, 1901; and sold his interest in business Jan. 1, 1909, resigning as manager and began business for himself under the firm name of J. W. Buchanan & Co.; alderman of Obion, Tenn. since 1904.
Source: Who’s Who in Tennessee: A Biographical Reference Book of Notable Tennesseans of To-Day. Memphis: Paul & Douglas Co, 1911.
