Frances R. Jones Explained

Frances R. Jones (May 18, 1911 – ?) was an American politician who was a state legislator in Pennsylvania.[1] A Democrat, she served in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, succeeding her husband, Granville E. Jones, after his sudden death in 1959.[2] She was re-elected at least four times, serving from 1959 to 1966.[3] [4]

She was born in Mount Holly Springs, Pennsylvania.[5]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Frances R. Jones . . 2022-09-14.
  2. News: Eagen Has Role in Ceremonies . June 29, 2024 . The Times-Tribune . June 9, 1959 . Scranton, Pennsylvania . 5 . subscription.
  3. Web site: Ebony . April 1965. 2022-09-14.
  4. Web site: Black Legislators in Pennsylvania's History 1911-2001 . 2009-07-16 . 2022-09-14.
  5. Web site: Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: Legislative Directory, [House of Representatives] - Pennsylvania. General Assembly. House of Representatives |date=2010-02-17 |accessdate=2022-09-14].