Jones, Wesley Livsey, 1863-1932

Influential Washington State legislator, Wesley Livsey Jones (1863-1932), was involved in legislation to develop Alaska and to create levees in the Mississippi River Valley. Born near Bethany in Moultrie County, Illinois, Jones attended Southern Illinois College, studied law, and subsequently started a law practice in Decatur, Illinois. In 1889, Jones moved his law practice to North Yakima, Washington. He was elected to the United States House of Representatives in 1899 as a Republican and served a total a five terms (March 4, 1899 to March 3, 1909). Jones was elected to the United States Senate in 1909 and was re-elected for three succeeding terms. He served as the Republican whip from 1924 to 1929 and was chairman of several committees including Fisheries, Commerce, and Appropriations. In 1932, Jones lost his bid for a fifth term shortly before his death.

From the description of Wesley L. Jones photograph collection [graphic], 1910-1927 bulk (1927). (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 648892362

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