Fox, Charles (Charlie) (1862–1936)
Mr. Charles Fox died at his residence at 89 Greens-road, Paddington, last Sunday, aged 73 years. Born in Windsor, New South Wales, on December 12, 1862, he was one of the pioneers of the Labour and industrial movements in New South Wales. He had been president of the Trades and Labour Council and president and secretary of the Operative Bricklayer's Society. He organised a number of trade unions in New South Wales. He was also active in the Parents and Citizens' Federation of New South Wales, and in numerous charity organisations.
The funeral took place at the Botany Cemetery on Tuesday with Masonic honours. The service at the graveside was read by the Rev. A. Morris.
The chief mourners were Mrs. C. Fox (widow), Mrs. D. Clark (daughter), Mr. A. C. Fox (son), and Messrs. A. and W. Fox (brothers).
Original publication
Additional Resources
- supports the right of all women to earn their own living, Australian Star (Sydney), 12 July 1902, p 5
- is elected president of the NSW Operative Bricklayers Society; profile, Sydney Morning Herald, 3 January 1913, p 5
- photo, Co-operator (Sydney), 9 January 1913, p 5
- Labor Council of NSW presents him with an illuminated address, Australian Worker (Sydney), 12 March 1914, p 5
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Citation details
'Fox, Charles (Charlie) (1862–1936)', Obituaries Australia, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, https://oa.anu.edu.au/obituary/fox-charles-charlie-32640/text40517, accessed 22 March 2023.
Life Summary [details]
Birth
12 December,
1862
Windsor, New South Wales, Australia
Death
8 November,
1936
(aged 73)
Paddington, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Cultural Heritage
Religious Influence
Occupation
Key Organisations
- Eight Hours Day Committee (NSW)
- Freemasons
- United Operative Bricklayers' Trade Society of NSW
- Labor Council of NSW