Jones,
John Paul (born John Paul) 1747-92; Am. naval officer in the Revolutionary War, born in Scotland
See jones in American Heritage Dictionary 4
(jōnz)Slang
noun
Heroin.
An addiction or craving.
intransitive verbjonesed, jones·ing, jones·es
To have an eager or intense desire: was jonesing for caffeine.
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Family of American jazz musicians, including Henry (born 1918), known as “Hank,” a pianist best known as a member of the Columbia Broadcasting System house band (1959-1974); his brother Thaddeus Joseph (1923-1986), known as “Thad,” a cornetist, flugelhorn player, and composer who wrote extensively for Count Basie's orchestra; and his brother Elvin Ray (1927-2004), a drummer best known for his work with the John Coltrane Quartet (1960-1965).
, Charles Martin Known as “Chuck.” 1912-2002.
American animator and animation director who helped bring to life cartoon characters such as Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck for Warner Brothers. He won several Academy Awards for his cartoons.
, Inigo 1573-1652.
English architect who brought the Palladian classical style to England. He designed the Queen's House in Greenwich and the Banqueting Hall in Whitehall, London.
, John Luther Known as “Casey.” 1864-1900.
American locomotive engineer who died trying to stop his train from crashing into another train. The song “The Ballad of Casey Jones,” is about his death.
, John Paul 1747-1792.
Scottish-born American naval officer. In the American Revolution he raided the British coast and destroyed two warships (1779).
Irish-born American labor leader and union organizer. She helped found (1905) the Industrial Workers of the World.
, Quincy Delight Born 1933.
American musician, composer, and record and television producer. Having spent the early part of his career as a member of several influential jazz bands, he is best known for his musical compositions for television and film.
, Robert Tyre Known as “Bobby.” 1902-1971.
American golfer who won (1930) the Grand Slam of golf, the amateur and open championships in the United States and Great Britain.