Josiah Fox
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Josiah Fox Oath of Allegiance, witnessed by Hilary Baker.
07/17/1794 LetterbookJosiah Fox, appointed a clerk in the Department of War, affirms support of constitution, and will well and faithfully discharge his duties. Affirmed at Philadelphia by Hilary Baker, alderman.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters To
Discussion of Construction & Dimensions of Warships
06/14/1794 Letterbook CopyLetter, discusses mould loft for ships of war; describes dimensions of 44 gun frigate.
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding Papers
Timbers
1795 Autograph Letter SignedEnclosed list of timbers molded for use in ships keel.
Elliot Snow Papers, Mm 70052795
Statement of live oak timbers for 36 gun frigate at Baltimore
10/24/1795 LetterbookJosiah Fox to John Morgan, who is supervising cutting of timbers in Georgia. Statement of the live oak timbers for 36 gun frigates at Baltimore. Similar timber may be sent to Portsmouth New Hampshire.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters To
Statement for Timber for 36-gun frigates.
10/20/1795 LetterbookNaval Constructor Josiah Fox lists the dimensions of timber for 36 gun frigate.
Letters Sent by the Secretary of the Navy to Federal Executive Agents (Letters to President, Secretary of State, Secretary of War, and Letters To
Ship Building
11/03/1795 Autograph Letter SignedChanges to ship design, compensation, and provisions discussed generally.
Elliot Snow Papers, Mm 70052795
Request for Advice on the Cutting of Planks for a Frigate [Chesapeake]
10/28/1795 Autograph Letter SignedRequests Humphrey's opinion on the current building of the frigate at Norfolk [the Chesapeake], and the dimensions of the planks being cut for her construction.
Joshua Humphreys Correspondence
Report on State of & Activities At Portmouth Navy Yard
06/09/1795 Letterbook CopyLetter, discusses arrival at Portsmouth Naval Yard; describes declivity of keel; discusses employees and arrangement of yard. Encloses account of work done in the yard to 1st of June 1795.
Josiah Fox Papers
Recommended Regulations for Gosport Navy Yard
09/24/1795 Autograph Letter SignedJosiah Fox, notable naval architect, recommends regulations for Naval yard at Gosport, VA. Fox recommends director of the yard; recommends completing the outer hall of Frigate; advises against workmen …
Josiah Fox Papers- No image
Letter, Citation Only
10/08/1795 Cited letter or documentLetter, citation only. Cited in Pennock to Fox, 10/20/1795.
Citations 
Length of 44 Gun Frigates
10/1795 Document SignedAn accurate statement of the length of the 44 gun frigates with the errors shown in relation to the draught.
Post Revolutionary War Papers, 1784-1815. (RG94)
Discussion of Naval Constructor & Construction of Frigates
04/02/1795 Letterbook CopyLetter, discusses Naval constructor; discusses frigate construction.
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding Papers
Discussion of Frigate Bolting Timbers
04/27/1795 Letterbook CopyLetter, discusses bolting timbers in 44 gun Frigates.
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding Papers
Directions for Ship Building
10/15/1795 Autograph Letter SignedOffers suggestions for measurements related to frigates.
Elliot Snow Papers, Mm 70052795- No image
Cited Document
08/10/1795 Cited letter or documentCited letter or document; cited in Stagg to Fox, 08/27/1795.
Citations 
Request for Terms to Supply Needed Materials for Frigate Construction
08/12/1796 Letterbook CopyLetter, asks for terms regarding masts & materials for Frigate.
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding Papers
Regarding White Oak Timbers for Frigate Construction at Baltimore
03/24/1796 Letterbook CopyLetter, discusses white oak for Frigate at Baltimore.
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding Papers
Regarding Naval Shipments
06/03/1796 Letterbook CopyLetter, discusses cargo and vessel.
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding Papers
Regarding Masts, Spars & Timbers for Frigate
09/19/1796 Letterbook CopyLetter, discusses terms for masts and spars; discusses timber for Frigate.
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding Papers
Regarding Ironwork for Frigate & Payment For That Service
09/23/1796 Letterbook CopyLetter, encloses terms regarding iron for Frigate; asks for information regarding payments for iron work.
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding Papers
Regarding Frigate Inspection Appointment
10/30/1796 Letterbook CopyLetter, discusses appointment to inspect Frigate.
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding Papers
Regarding Frigate Construction & Navy Yard Clerk Duties
08/05/1796 Letterbook CopyLetter, mentions construction of Frigates; discusses Navy yard clerk's duties.
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding Papers
Regarding Frigate Construction
10/16/1796 Letterbook CopyLetter, discusses construction of Frigate.
Josiah Fox (1763 - 1847) Letterbook Papers. Reel #5 Series 1 Naval Architecture Shipbuilding Papers
