William Jones was the eighth Governor of Rhode Island from 1811 to 1817. He was a Federalist. Wikipedia
Born: October 8, 1753, Newport, RI
Died: April 9, 1822 (age 68 years), Providence, RI
Children: Harriet Dunn (Jones) Hoppin
Grandchildren: Augustus Hoppin, Thomas Frederick Hoppin, William J. Hoppin, and more
Party: Federalist Party
Previous office: Governor of Rhode Island (1811–1817)