City: Dover
LEWIS, Sidney Clinton, lawyer; born Stewart Co., Tenn., Aug. 16, 1868; Welsh-Irish descent; son of Isaac Newton and Mary (Settle) LEWIS and Rachel (Atkins) LEWIS, maternal grandparents, Pendleton and Mary (Hooks) SETTLE; educated local schools of Stewart Co., Tenn.; began life as a country school teacher and farmer; studied law and admitted to the bar in 1886; appointed Clerk and Master of Stewart Co., Tenn., Sept. 1886, which office was held 14 years; formerly was a member of the firm of Lewis and Brandon, lawyers, for 15 years; President of Dover Bank & Trust Co.; married Minnie MEADOWS Oct. 3, 1900; member M. E. Church, South; F. O. A. M., K. P.; Democrat; member of State Executive Committee.
