The action may, however, be commenced by filing the petition or bill, and issuance and service of copy and summons, or making publication as in chancery cases.
Tenn. Code Ann. § 29-27-112
Commencement of action by summons
Code 1858, § 3274; Shan., § 5022; Code 1932, § 9177; T.C.A
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