Barclay Fox - The Family Businesses

The Family Businesses

Before he left, on 6 February 1843, his family made in a partner in the firm of G.C. Fox (Shipping Brokers). Barclay was also general manager of the Iron Foundry at Perranarworthal, from 18 July 1842, when his uncle, Charles Fox, retired.

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