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In 1919 Clarence and Ruth Jones moved back to Fort Worth with their daughter Dorothy Maude "Dotty." During this time Clarence worked as a machinist for the T&P Railway until the railroad strike of 1922. He then worked as a foreman for Texas Steel and…

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Alma Ruth was born in Baltimore on August 12, 1899. After marrying Clarence Jones they moved to Fort Worth in 1919.

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Clarence Jones was born in London, Laurel County Kentucky. He was the 13th of 14 children. He came to Fort Worth in the 1910s. His first profession was as an apprentice machinist. He moved to Baltimore for a time before returning to Texas, this time…

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Naomi was the daughter of Ruth and Clarence Jones. She studied at Texas Christian University.

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The Greater Richland Center was completed in December of 1955. To celebrate the opening an event was co-sponsored by the Civic League, the Garden Club, and the North Richland Hills Merchants' Association. During the 10-day opening event various…

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Notes from Clarence Jones' speech given at Laurel County Homecoming celebration. He was recognized for his achievements in the business world and given the Honor Guest Cup.

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The minutes from a Civic League meeting in which Clarence Jones announces an election to incorporate.

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A portrait of Clarence Jones accompanied by his business card.

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Clarence Jones received this certificate to honor his commitment to good government from Senator Ralph Yarborough.

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A sign detailing prices at the Jones Lumber Company. Clarence Jones owned and operated the company prior to becoming a banker.
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