Benjamin R. Jones
American judge (1906–1980) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Benjamin Rowland Jones, Jr. (May 29, 1906 – July 24, 1980) was a justice of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania from 1957 to 1972 and chief justice from 1972 to 1977.
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Benjamin R. Jones | |
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Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania | |
In office 1972–1977 | |
Preceded by | John C. Bell Jr. |
Succeeded by | Michael J. Eagen |
Justice of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania | |
In office 1957–1972 | |
Personal details | |
Born | (1906-05-29)May 29, 1906 Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania |
Died | July 24, 1980(1980-07-24) (aged 74) |
Spouse | Jane Griffith |
Alma mater | Princeton University University of Pennsylvania |
Military service | |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Branch/service | United States Navy |
Battles/wars | World War II |
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