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John Cox (1765–1848)

Mr. John Cox died suddenly on Thursday, at the age of 85. Deceased had not been in bed for thirty nights, and was found dead in his chair on Thursday morning by his servant. Mr. Cox was one of the oldest inhabitants on this side the Island.

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'Cox, John (1765–1848)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/cox-john-27791/text35528, accessed 27 July 2024.

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Life Summary [details]

Birth

11 January, 1765
Hanslope, Buckinghamshire, England

Death

6 December, 1848 (aged 83)
Longford, Tasmania, Australia

Cause of Death

general debility

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