About Theodore A. Jones
Lived 1912 – 2001 (aged 88). Theodore A. Jones was an American businessperson, known for Illinois Department of Revenue and National Insurance Association.
Theodore A. Jones (1912–2001) was a leading insurance industry figure who held important positions within both the public and private sectors.
Background Jones was born in Pueblo, Colorado on November 14, 1912. In 1933, he graduated from the University of Illinois with a bachelor's degree in accounting and economics. He went on to become only the third African American to become a CPA in Illinois.
In the early 1960s, Jones was appointed by President John F. Kennedy to the Federal Committee on Equal Opportunity in Housing. President Lyndon B. Johnson appointed him as Midwest Great Lakes Regional Director of the Federal Anti-Poverty Program.
Jones also served as director of the Illinois Department of Revenue and as general manager of radio station WGRT (later WJPC) in Chicago.
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Who was Theodore A. Jones?
businessman and government official (1912–2001)
When was Theodore A. Jones born?
Theodore A. Jones was born on 14 November 1912 in Pueblo.
When did Theodore A. Jones die?
Theodore A. Jones died on 12 April 2001 in Chicago.
What was Theodore A. Jones's occupation?
Theodore A. Jones was a businessperson.
What was Theodore A. Jones known for?
Theodore A. Jones was known for Illinois Department of Revenue and National Insurance Association.
What nationality was Theodore A. Jones?
Theodore A. Jones was American.
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