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- ↑ Wilson, Cynthia (March 12, 2008). "John Jones (1817-1879) • BlackPast".
- ↑ Museum, Clarke House (February 29, 2012). "Clarke House Museum: John Jones and the Illinois Black Laws".
- ↑ "Jones, John | Encyclopedia.com". www.encyclopedia.com.
- 1 2 "Chicago Landmarks - Landmark Details". webapps1.chicago.gov.
- ↑ "Portrait of John Jones :: Museum Collection". digitalcollection.chicagohistory.org.
- ↑ "Portrait of Mrs. John Jones :: Museum Collection". digitalcollection.chicagohistory.org.
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