Born in 1846, John was a leading jockey who rode in four Nationals.
He was joint champion jockey in 1869 with 17 winners.
1865: Grand Sefton - Church Militant
1867: Grand International Hurdle - The Doctor
1867: Knave of Trumps - Cheltenham Grand Annual
1868: Great Metropolitan Chase - Steamboat
1868: Birmingham Grand Annual - The Nun
1870: Birmingham Grand Annual - Hippolyte