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Board of General Appraisers: Ham, Charles H.

Born January 22, 1831, New Hampshire
Died October 16, 1902, in Montclair, NJ

Federal Judicial Service:
Member, Board of General Appraisers
Nominated by Benjamin Harrison on July 2, 1890, to a new seat created by 26 Stat. 131. Confirmed by the Senate on July 16, 1890, and received commission on July 16, 1890. Served as president, 1897-1902. Service terminated on August 1, 1902, due to resignation.

Education:
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Professional Career:
Private practice, Chicago, Illinois, 1858-1866
Appraiser, Port of Chicago, U.S. Department of the Treasury, 1871-1885
Editorial writer, Chicago Tribune, 1885-1890
Assistant treasurer, Cook County, Illinois, 1885-1890

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