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James A. Harris, M. D., is a native of East Tennessee, was born November 30, 1861, and is the son of Temple Harris, one of the oldest and wealthiest citizens of Jefferson County, who was born in Grainger County, Tenn., in 1826, and removed to Dandridge soon after the birth of our subject. At twelve years of age he entered a store as clerk, but later engaged in merchandising for himself, and continued in business continually until after the late war, meeting with much success and amassing an ample fortune. Our subject was reared in Dandridge, attended the town schools, and finished his literary education at Mossy Creek College. He began the study of medicine October 10, 1881, under Dr. H. P. Coile, of Dandridge, and during 1882-84 attended Jefferson Medical College, at Philadelphia, taking a thorough course, and graduating from that noted institution March 29, 1884. Returning to Dandridge he formed a copartner ship with his preceptor, Dr. Coile, and began practicing, and is now regarded as one of the most promising young physicians of the county. He is conscientious and progressive, and follows his profession more for his love of science of medicine than for present profit; he is constantly searching for more knowledge and proficiency, and naturally has established, not only a good practice, but a splendid professional standing. He is enterprising and public spirited, and recognizes and appreciates the need and advantages of good public schools, and always encourages all educational enterprises. He was married December 15, 1885, to Lula Holtsinger, who was born in Greene County, Tenn., February 24, 1863, and is the daughter of Capt. Holtsinger, one of Jefferson County’s prominent citizens. To this union one child, Hal Eugene, was born November 5, 1886. Our subject is a member of the Baptist Church, and his esteemed wife is a pious and Christian lady.