About Orus Jones
Lived 1867 – 1963 (aged 96). Orus Jones was an American golfer and dentist.
Orus W. Jones (March 8, 1867 – August 10, 1963) was an American golfer who competed in the 1904 Summer Olympics.
Career He was born in Jackson, Ohio. In 1904, he was part of the American team which won the bronze medal. In the individual competition, he finished 19th in the qualification round and was eliminated in the first round of the match play.
In singles, however, he was eliminated in the first round by Nathaniel Moore.
Jones was a dentist by profession.
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Who was Orus Jones?
Amateur golfer (1867–1963)
When was Orus Jones born?
Orus Jones was born on 8 March 1867 in Jackson.
When did Orus Jones die?
Orus Jones died on 10 August 1963 in Denver.
What was Orus Jones's occupation?
Orus Jones was a golfer and dentist.
What nationality was Orus Jones?
Orus Jones was American.
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