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Walter Jones

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Born:

26 Dec 1885
Reading, Pennsylvania

Died:

25 Mar 1969
Philadelphia, Pennsylvabia

Nationality:

United States

Indy 500s:

0 (1911)

Riding mechanic and road racer who often drove for Amplex. Later worked for Chevrolet as a mechanic and auto trimmer. Jones previously raced as a motorcycle racer before switching to cars. A regular road racer in the early 1910's, Jones competed at the Long Island road race in 1910. After a few years away, Jones returned to racing in 1915 before seemingly stopping for good. Often listed as from New York, but Jones was based in Pennsylvania. Died of thyroid cancer.

Biography last updated 11 Apr 2026