Named for James Jones, an early settler, the city of Jonesburg is in Montgomery County, Missouri. When Jones came in 1829, there were very few settlers in the area. He rented a farm northeast of High Hill for a year, then purchased land where Jonesburg is now located and built a house in the eastern portion of that land, his being the first house built in Jonesburg. In 1837, a one-story building was constructed, and used as a saloon and trading post by James Duckworth. Although there were settlers in the area, no effort was made to organize a town until the North Missouri Railroad was built in 1857, and a depot established in 1858. The depot was named Jonesburg, for James Jones, the first depot agent. A post office was established that same year, with James Jones as the first postmaster. At the time of the American Civil War, there were no more than two hundred residents in Jonesburg. In July of 1861, Union troops were coming up the railroad when they were ambushed just west of Jonesburg by Joe Sublet and his raiders. That fall, Union troops entered the town, robbing its few stores, and arresting a couple of residents. At the end of the war, there were only a few houses in Jonesburg. Today, Jonesburg is accessed by Interstate Highway 70, which is also US Highway 40. High Hill is to the northwest, and Warrenton is to the southeast.
 
 
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Located on East Booneslick Road, in Jonesburg, Missouri, the casual neighborhood grill and bar-style restaurant offers a variety of foods and drinks. Its location, hours of operation, menu, catering and banquet services, photographs, and special offers are included.
http://www.frumpyjoes.com/
The PK-5th grade public school is located on Smith Road in Jonesburg, Missouri. Classroom information, a faculty directory, school schedules, a calendar of events, parent-student handbook, and a monthly newsletter are posted.
http://montgomeryjes.sharpschool.net/
Incorporated in 1921, the community bank has branches in Jonesburg and Warrenton, Missouri. Its locations, lobby and drive up hours, and an overview of its deposit account policies, loans, and Internet banking services are featured.
https://www.jonesburgstatebank.com/
Family owned and operated, the Jonesburg, Missouri store specializes in home appliances, furniture, mattresses, and flooring materials. Its products are highlighted, along with its current advertising flyer, online discounts, and rebate center. Its location and hours are specified.
http://kaminskishomefurnishings.com/
The Hereford cattle ranch is located along Interstate Highway 70 in Jonesburg, Missouri. Photographs of the farm and animals are put forward, along with cattle available for sale, an overview of its services, and contact data.
http://www.ockerhausenfarms.com/
Organized in 1868, the Roman Catholic parish in Jonesburg, Missouri was originally called the Church of the Sacred Heart. Its history, worship schedule, a calendar of upcoming events, staff listings, office hours, and a church bulletin are included.
http://stpatricksjonesburg.org/
Affiliated with the Missouri Synod of the Lutheran Church, and founded in 1884, St. Paul’s is located on Jones Street in Jonesburg, Missouri. Its history, mission, and leadership contacts are published, along with a church calendar, newsletter, and Bible study resources.
http://www.stpaulsjonesburg.com/