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- 1966-1985 (Creation)
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2 boxes of artifacts
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Scope and content
B1999-0012 includes one red brick from the Old School of Practical Science which was demolished in September 1966; plaque presented to Dean Ham by the Engineering Alumni, 1973; plaque – Teaching Award given to Ham by the Student Administrative Council and the Association of Part-Time University Students, 1984-85; typical keys to University buildings, ca. 197-.
B2001-0024 includes 'mementos'
B2002-0005 includes various artifacts mainly awarded to James Ham for service. Included are several plaques of recognition, an ammeter presented by the Electrical Club in 1972, an “Iron Rod” presented at the 1977 Engineering Grad Ball, and a University of Toronto Centennial Award Cup from 1973. There is also a medal from the Universidad de la Habana. Other artifacts reflecting his career is the sign from his door when he was Royal Commissioner of Health and Safety of Workers in Mines and a ribbon, cap and Indian Flag he saved from his participation in the World University Seminar in 1953.
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Open