About John Joyes
Lived 1799 – 1877 (aged 78). John Joyes was an American lawyer and politician.
John Joyes (January 8, 1799 – May 31, 1877) was the second mayor of Louisville, Kentucky. His term of office extended from 1834 to 1836.
Life John Joyes was born in Louisville, the son of a pioneer who came to Louisville in 1783 and settled on a lot at the corner of Sixth and Main streets. Joyes studied law and was admitted to the Louisville bar, and elected to the state legislature in 1827.
He was elected mayor on March 4, 1834, and served two 1-year terms. He was the city court judge from 1837 until 1851. He is buried in Cave Hill Cemetery, Section F, Lot 25.
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Who was John Joyes?
American politician (1799–1877)
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John Joyes was born on 8 January 1799 in Louisville.
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John Joyes died on 31 May 1877 in Louisville.
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John Joyes was a lawyer and politician.
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