Hall of Fame nominees number 19

Nineteen nominees have been proposed for induction into the Canadian Mining Hall of Fame in 1994.

The names of the inductees will be announced before the end of the year, with the induction ceremony set for Jan. 10 at Toronto’s Royal York Hotel. The nominees are:

Aaro E. Aho (1925-1977), who was well known for his contribution to the field of geological sciences and practical exploration. He contributed in many ways to the benefits which flow from mining and the Canadian expertise in mining and exploration.

Frederick R. Archibald (born 1905), whose years within the industry were marked by scientific and metallurgical advancements. He was credited with several technical patents and published numerous papers.

Bernard O. Brynelsen (born 1911), who has served the mining industry in just about every sector — prospecting, exploration and developing, as well as operations and administration.

Come Carbonneau (born 1923) who, during his 35 years in the industry, has had a significant and lasting impact as both an academic and an executive. C. Stanley Davidson (1900-1967) who, in addition to his intimate knowledge of geophysics, was a first-class geologist familiar with ore deposits throughout the world. This combination of expertise in both geology and geophysics was unusual during his time.

H.E.T. Haultain (1896-1961), a mining professor, researcher, engineer and investor who made a lasting impact on Canadian mining.

W.G. Jewitt (1897-1978), who was instrumental in developing skills for aerial prospecting in northern Canada, many of which were adopted by others in the industry.

Robert Jackson Jowsey (1881-1965), who is a prime example of an individual who staked, financed and developed a prospect into a producing mine. In his day, he was considered “the dean of mine-makers, equally at home in the bush or at a conference table.”

John Kostuik (born 1911), who is recognized as one of Canada’s outstanding mining engineers. He has dedicated his life to the profession and has made a great contribution to the industry.

Egil H. Lorntzsen (born 1908), who is widely regarded as a legend among Canadian prospectors and developers. His persistence and conviction have contributed greatly to the development of Canadian mining.

Charles E. Michener (born 1907), who has been involved in mine-finding for more than 60 years. He has been responsible for many prominent discoveries of nickel, base metals, gold and related minerals and is an international authority on nickel and precious metals.

Willet Green Miller (1866-1925), who was Ontario’s first Provincial Geologist. He made lasting contributions to mining in Canada as regards geological and engineering education.

Alfred Lewis Parres (born 1915), who, throughout his career, has demonstrated the tenacity and independent spirit necessary to survive in the industry, especially in the difficult role as an independent. He has also contributed many important discoveries.

J.A.C. Ross (born 1913), a highly regarded mining engineer, has shone in a variety of branches of the mining industry, specializing in open-pit mining, mine management and consulting on many projects.

William Row (1904-1984), who was not only a successful mine-builder but an active contributor to the industry as well. His exceptional leadership made him an inspiration to all who knew him.

Tal Salman (date of birth not verified; died, 1979), who had a distinguished career in mineral dressing and was a much-admired university lecturer and professor for 28 years.

John Fairfield Thompson (1881-1968), whose career spanned more than 50 years with a major international mining concern. Early in his career, he gained fame as a scientist and researcher. As an executive, he guided his company through periods of war, depression and expansion.

Clarence Thomas Williams (born 1915), one of the band of dedicated men who worked closely with smaller companies, turning dreams into reality. John Tuzo Wilson (1908-1993), an internationally known geophysicist, whose many scientific and other contributions had an enormous impact on exploration in Canada and around the world.

The Hall of Fame was established six years ago to honor individuals who have made an exceptional contribution to Canada’s mining and minerals industry. The Hall consists of a gallery of portraits of the inductees and citations; the display is available for showing at mining or other events across Canada. Sponsors of the Hall are The Northern Miner, the Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum, the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada, and the Mining Association of Canada.