J. Erik Jonsson
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This article is about the mayor of Dallas, Texas, from 1964–1971. For the mayor of Dallas, Texas, from 2019–present, see Eric Johnson (Texas politician).
For other people named Erik Jonsson, see Erik Jonsson (disambiguation).
John Erik Jonsson (6 September 1901 – 31 August 1995) was an American businessman who was co-founder and early president of Texas Instruments Incorporated. He became Mayor of Dallas, a major advocate of the creation of Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, and a philanthropist in later years.
Quick Facts 49th Mayor of Dallas, Preceded by ...
J. Erik Jonsson | |
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49th Mayor of Dallas | |
In office 1964–1971 | |
Preceded by | Earle Cabell |
Succeeded by | Wes Wise |
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Born | John Erik Jonsson (1901-09-06)6 September 1901 Brooklyn, New York City, U.S. |
Died | 31 August 1995(1995-08-31) (aged 93) Dallas, Texas, U.S. |
Spouse | Margaret |
Children | 3 |
Education | BSME Rensselaer Polytechnic, 1922 |
Known for | Co-founder of Texas Instruments |
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