Section 29-27-112 - Commencement of action by summons

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.Code 1858, § 3274; Shan., § 5022; Code 1932, § 9177; T.C.A. (orig. ed.), § 23-2113.