Background
Shields, William S. was born on October 13, 1853 in Clinchdale, Tennessee, United States. Son of James Thomas and Elizabeth (Simpson) Shields.
Shields, William S. was born on October 13, 1853 in Clinchdale, Tennessee, United States. Son of James Thomas and Elizabeth (Simpson) Shields.
Educated private schools.
Began in banking business, 1888. Became president City National Bank, Knoxville, Tennessee, 1895. Retired. Trustee University of Tennessee, Washington College, Tennessee, Lawson-McGee Library.
Colonel on staff of governor of Tennessee.
Married Alice Watkins, October 30, 1890.