| Birth: | Jun. 18, 1827 | | Death: | Feb. 5, 1897 | 
A successful and wealthy farm equipment manufacturer. Retiring from business in the early 1880's, Jones invested in real estate and became mayor of Brooklyn, Ohio. Jones purchased 52 acres and built a 160-acre dairy farm. He and his second wife, Mary Branch, opened their farm to 12 children to live and learn for a few weeks. Their idea of helping impoverished children through their farm gave way to a children's home. Incorporated Nov. 5, 1886, The Jones School and Home for Friendless Children opened Dec 15, 1887 on 7 acres of land donated by Jones. (bio by: Joyce)
Search Amazon for Carlos Jones | | | Burial:
Riverside Cemetery
Cleveland
Cuyahoga County
Ohio, USA
Plot: Section 23 |
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Record added: Jan 28, 2002
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