City: Linden
SPARKS, Jesse Kent, attorney at law; born Nathan, Tenn., July 17, 1888; Scotch-Irish descent; son of Jesse and Minerva (Ledbetter) SPARKS; father’s occupation, farming; educated at Branham and Hughes Prep. School and Cumberland University; graduated from law department Cumberland University, LL. B., June 4, 1908; began his business career as a farmer; member M. W. A, F. & A. M., R. A. M.; Democrat; member of Co. Democratic Executive Committee, 1910-1912; M. E. Church, South.