Joseph Jones
Ironmaster, Mayor of Wolverhampton
About Joseph Jones
Lived 1837 – 1912 (aged 75). Joseph Jones was a British and English metallurgist and ironmaster, known for Mayors in England.
Joseph Jones (7 Mar 1837 – 12 September 1912), and his brothers William Highfield Jones and John Jones, were successful industrialists, benefactors and politicians. All three became aldermen and served as Mayor of Wolverhampton.
Iron Jones, and his brother John, founded the Corrugated Iron Company in 1857, specialising in flat or corrugated sheeting.
Borough council Ironmaster Alderman Joseph Jones served as Mayor of Wolverhampton 1887/88.
Family Jones was born in Wolverhampton on 7 Mar 1837, the son of jappaner Edward Jones and his wife Rebecca, née Highfield. Jones married Elizabeth 'Betsey' Pinson on 15 July 1865, and they had five children. After his marriage he lived on Goldthorn Hill, Wolverhampton. His brother John and his family lived close by. Jones died 12 September 1912 in Wolverhampton.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Joseph Jones?
Ironmaster, Mayor of Wolverhampton
When was Joseph Jones born?
Joseph Jones was born on 7 March 1837 in Wolverhampton.
When did Joseph Jones die?
Joseph Jones died on 12 September 1912 in Staffordshire, Wolverhampton.
What was Joseph Jones's occupation?
Joseph Jones was a metallurgist and ironmaster.
What was Joseph Jones known for?
Joseph Jones was known for Mayors in England.
What nationality was Joseph Jones?
Joseph Jones was British and English.
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