John McDougal Atherton

John McDougal Atherton (April 1, 1841 – June 5, 1932) was an American businessman, property developer, economist, investor and politician based in Louisville, Kentucky. Atherton was elected to one term as a member of the Kentucky House of Representatives from 1869 to 1871, and served as a Democrat. As a third generation distiller, he was best known for Atherton Whiskey, a brand he owned until 1899.

John McDougal Atherton
Member of the Kentucky House of Representatives
In office
1869–1871
Personal details
Born(1841-04-01)April 1, 1841
LaRue County, Kentucky, U.S.
DiedJune 5, 1932(1932-06-05) (aged 91)
Louisville, Kentucky, U.S.
Resting placeCave Hill Cemetery
Political partyDemocratic
Spouse
Maria B. Farnam
(m. 1861; died 1918)
ChildrenPeter Lee Atherton
RelativesAlexander McDougall (great grandfather)
EducationGeorgetown College
University of Louisville School of Law
Occupation
  • Distiller
  • politician
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