The Honorable John Wallace Jones | |
|---|---|
| Mayor of Shreveport, Louisiana | |
| In office 1854–1858 | |
| President | Franklin Pierce |
| Governor | Paul Octave Hébert/Robert C. Wickliffe |
| Preceded by | Joseph Clinton Beall |
| Succeeded by | Jonas Robeson |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 31, 1822 Moulton, Alabama |
| Died | September 6, 1895 (aged 73) Shreveport, Louisiana |
| Cause of death | Gastroenteritis |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | American Party/Democrat |
| Spouse | Elizabeth Hanson Weems |
| Children | 5 |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  Confederate States of America |
| Branch/service |  Confederate States Army |
| Years of service | 1861-1865 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Unit | 19th Louisiana Infantry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
John Wallace Jones (31 March 1822 – 6 September 1895) was an American attorney, judge, and civic leader. He served in various legal and political capacities, including justice of the peace, city attorney, mayor, and city councillor in Shreveport, Louisiana, and as parish attorney, district attorney, and district judge in Caddo Parish. His career was marked by significant contributions to the legal and civic landscape of Louisiana. Jones was actively involved in the American Party, reflecting his alignment with its nativist principles. He played a crucial role in advancing public health, safety, and infrastructure of Shreveport during his tenure.