John Joyes
John Joyes (January 8, 1799 – May 31, 1877) was the second mayor of Louisville, Kentucky. His term of office extended from 1834 to 1836. He was born in Louisville, the son of a pioneer who came to Louisville in 1783 and settled on a lot at the corner of Sixth and Main streets. Joyes studied law and was admitted to the Louisville bar, and elected to the state legislature in 1827.
John Joyes | |
|---|---|
| Born | January 8, 1799 |
| Died | May 31, 1877 (aged 78) |
| Occupation | Attorney |
| Title | Mayor of Louisville |
| Term | 1834–1836 |
| Predecessor | John Bucklin |
| Successor | W. A. Cocke |
He was elected mayor on March 4, 1834 and served two 1-year terms. He was the city court judge from 1837 until 1851. He is buried in Cave Hill Cemetery, Section F, Lot 25.[1]
References
- "Cave Hill Cemetery details". Cavehillcemetery.com. 1978-05-25. Archived from the original on 2011-09-27. Retrieved 2011-12-14.
- Kleber, John E. (2001). "Joyes, John". The Encyclopedia of Louisville (1 ed.). p. 454. ISBN 0813128900.
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