James Addison Jones

Life & Legacy

James Addison Jones (20 August 1869 − 25 May 1950) was an American businessman and philanthropist. He was the founder of J.A. Jones Construction and supported many organizations such as the Methodist Church, the city of Charlotte, North Carolina, and surrounding areas, regional hospitals and several other companies. He was the benefactor and namesake for the James Addison Jones Library at Greensboro College, and the J.A. Jones Library at Brevard College. His company also contributed to the building of the Liberty fleet during World War II. Jones was married four times in his lifetime and had fifteen children.