Background
Jones was born in Brentford, Middlesex, England.
Jones was born in Brentford, Middlesex, England.
He was then part of the Martin Handcart Company, reaching Utah Territory in November 1856. Jones was involved in many business ventures and was connected with the starting of Zions Cooperative Mercantile Institution. He also wrote the song ""Tis Utah"s Natal Day" and was a part owner in several mining companies. He served several terms in the Provo City Council.
He ran unsuccessfully for the Utah State Senate in 1898.