Charles H. Ham (January 22, 1831 – October 16, 1902) was a Member and President of the Board of General Appraisers.
Charles H. Ham | |
|---|---|
| President of the Board of General Appraisers | |
| In office 1897–1902 | |
| Preceded by | George C. Tichenor |
| Succeeded by | Israel F. Fischer |
| Member of the Board of General Appraisers | |
| In office July 16, 1890 – August 1, 1902 | |
| Appointed by | Benjamin Harrison |
| Preceded by | Seat established by 26 Stat. 131 |
| Succeeded by | Byron Sylvester Waite |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Charles H. Ham January 22, 1831 New Hampshire |
| Died | October 16, 1902 (aged 71) Montclair, New Jersey |
| Education | read law |
Education and career edit
Born on January 22, 1831, in New Hampshire, Ham read law and entered private practice in Chicago, Illinois from 1858 to 1866. He served as appraiser of the Port of Chicago from 1871 to 1885. He was an editorial writer for the Chicago Tribune from 1885 to 1890. He served as assistant treasurer of Cook County, Illinois from 1885 to 1890.[1]
Federal judicial service edit
Ham was nominated by President Benjamin Harrison on July 2, 1890, to the Board of General Appraisers, to a new seat created by 26 Stat. 131. He was confirmed by the United States Senate on July 16, 1890, and received his commission the same day. He served as President from 1897 to 1902. His service terminated on August 1, 1902, due to his resignation. He was succeeded by Byron Sylvester Waite.[1]
Death edit
Ham died on October 16, 1902, in Montclair, New Jersey.[1]
References edit
- ^ a b c "Board of General Appraisers: Ham, Charles H. - Federal Judicial Center". www.fjc.gov.