What party did John Jones belong to?

John Jones was a member of the Silver party and represented the state of Nevada in the U.S. Senate.

When did John Jones serve in the U.S. Senate?

John Jones served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1873 to March 3, 1903, representing Nevada.

When did John Jones die?

John Jones died on November 27, 1912.

Historical Profile

John Jones is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.

Silver Inactive

John Jones

Former U.S. Senator for Nevada

Biography

John Jones (died 1912) was an American politician who represented Nevada in the United States Senate from March 1873 to March 1903, during the 43rd–57th Congresses. Jones served as a Silver. Jones died on November 27, 1912.

Key Information

Full Name: John Percival Jones
Died: November 27, 1912
Term Started: March 4, 1873
Term Ended: March 3, 1903

Service History

Mar 4, 1873 – Mar 3, 1903 43rd–57th Congresses Silver Nevada

Service dates from the official U.S. Senate historical roster. For senators who changed party affiliation during their service, the party shown for each period is approximate.

Current Senators from Nevada

Served With

Senators who represented the same state during Jones's service:

William Stewart (NV) 1873–1875, 1887–1903
William Sharon (NV) 1875–1881
James Fair (NV) 1881–1887
Charles Faulkner (NV) 1887–1899