Bussy, Hon. James, a prominent lawyer at Bastrop, La., was born in Georgia in 1830.

Baptist Church History

Daily Baptist Encyclopedia – Post by Jim Curran

Bussy, Hon. James, a prominent lawyer at Bastrop, La., was born in Georgia in 1830. Judge Bussy is a striking example of what may be accomplished under almost insurmountable difficulties. In early life, an incurable paralysis made him a helpless dependent. By perseverance, he developed strength in his arms and acquired the power of balancing himself on crutches. By dint of application, he made himself an intelligent lawyer and has risen to distinction in church and state. He has made it a rule of life to devote one-tenth of his gross income to the Lord.’ Under the blessing of God, he has prospered, and is now a man of wealth. He has presided as moderator of Bayou Macon Association and as president of the State Convention. From the Baptist Encyclopedia by William Cathcart