| Benjamin Franklin Jones | |
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Benjamin Franklin Jones |
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| Born | August 8, 1824 Claysville, Washington County, Pennsylvania |
| Died | May 19, 1903 Allegheny City, Pennsylvania |
| Residence | Sewickley Heights |
| Education | New Brighton Academy |
| Known for | J&L Steel |
| Home town | Pittsburgh |
| Title | Chairman, Republican National Committee |
| Term | 1884-1888 |
| Predecessor | Dwight M. Sabin |
| Successor | Matthew Quay |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Mary McMasters |
| Children | Benjamin Franklin Jones Jr. |
| Parents | Jacob Aik Jones, Elizabeth Geshorn |
Benjamin Franklin Jones (August 8, 1824 - May 19, 1903) was a pioneer of the iron and steel industry in Pittsburgh.[1] Originally involved in the river barge industry, he purchased a share in American Iron Works in 1851, along with Bernard Lauth.[2] He later joined with James H. Laughlin to form Jones and Laughlin Steel Company, a steel mill heavily dependent on river transportation.
He was executor of Laughlin's estate.[3]
As chairman of the Republican National Committee 1884 to 1888, he was responsible for the James G. Blaine presidential campaign.
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| Preceded by Dwight M. Sabin |
Chairman of the Republican National Committee 1884-1888 |
Succeeded by Matthew S. Quay |