About James Fox
Lived 1817 – 1883 (aged 65–66). James Fox was a Canadian politician.
James Fox (c. 1817 – September 23, 1883) was a merchant and political figure in Newfoundland. He was a member of the Legislative Council of Newfoundland from 1879 to 1883.
He was born in Harbour Grace and operated a fishing supply business in St. John's with his brother John. Fox died in St. John's in 1883.
He was the father of James Patrick Fox who later served in the Newfoundland assembly.
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Who was James Fox?
Canadian politician
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James Fox was born in 1817.
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James Fox died on 23 September 1883.
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James Fox was a politician.
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James Fox was Canadian.
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· DBpedia: James Fox (Newfoundland politician)
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