Anson Jones (1798-1858)
The last president of the Republic of Texas, Anson Jones was elected in 1844. He retired to his farm near Washington-on-the-Brazos following the annexation of Texas by the United States. Jones was a doctor from Brazoria who supported Sam Houston and Houston's efforts to stabilize the Texas economy and keep peace with the Native Americans.
Additional Information Can Be Found At...
Handbook of Texas Online: JONES, ANSON
Constitution of the State of Texas (1845)