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About Buford Abner
- James Buford Abner (November 10, 1917 - November 19, 2011) was an American songwriter, musician and singer who worked during the early days of country music, working in both secular and gospel country music genres.
- With his brother Merle Abner, his uncle Stacy Abner, George Hughes and Billy Carrier, he was a member of the Swanee River Boys.
- He was inducted into the Southern Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame in 2002 and the Atlanta Country Music Hall of Fame as a member of the Swanee River Boys. His song "Long White Lines" has been covered numerous times, including versions by Aaron Tippin and Sturgill Simpson.
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