Wesley N. Jones
Wesley Norwood Jones (July 2, 1852 – October 10, 1928) was an American politician who served as the first North Carolina Commissioner of Labor.
Wesley Norwood Jones | |
|---|---|
| 1st North Carolina Commissioner of Labor | |
| In office March 5, 1887 – February 15, 1889 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 2, 1852 Wake County, North Carolina |
| Died | October 10, 1928 (aged 76) |
Early life and education
Jones was born on July 2, 1852 in Wake County, North Carolina.[1] He was apprenticed as a printer at 13 years old.[1] In the fall of 1875, he enrolled at Wake Forest University, graduating in 1879.[1]
North Carolina Commissioner of Labor
Jones was appointed to the new office of North Carolina Commissioner of Labor by Governor Alfred M. Scales on March 15, 1887 on a two year term.[2] When his term expired, Governor Daniel G. Fowle replaced him with John C. Scarborough.[2]
Death
Jones died on October 10, 1928.[3]
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References
- "The City of Raleigh: Historical Sketches from Its Foundation". Google Books. Retrieved July 20, 2020.
- "Past Commissioners of Labor". Retrieved July 20, 2020.
- "Wesley Norwood Jones". FindAGrave. Retrieved July 20, 2020.
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