Charles H. Ham

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

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

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

Ham died on October 16, 1902, in Montclair, New Jersey.[1]

References

1. "Board of General Appraisers: Ham, Charles H. - Federal Judicial Center". www.fjc.gov.

Sources

• "Board of General Appraisers: Ham, Charles H. - Federal Judicial Center". www.fjc.gov.

External links

• Works by or about Charles H. Ham at Internet Archive