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PROFESSOR JOHN R. SIM
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PROFESSOR JOHN R. SIM devotion of the whole school and the affectionate regard in which the entire student body holds Prof lohn lgfl Sim render a tribute here superfluous Prof John R l',':i'K fi tl . Q QI li 1 .' L 'Q . I ' . . .' ' 43,-gfgig Sim was born in Morgan County, VX est Virginia on Feb. 15, 1849. At the early age of nineteen he graduated from the College of the City of New York, and two years later became a tutor in mathematics. He served in this capacity for twenty years in both the Cooper Union Techanical School and in the Harlem Evening High School. During all these years he had been applying himself conscientiously to the study of his chosen profession. As a recompense he was awarded successive promotions to instructor and assistant-professor in mathematics. Finally, in 1901, he was appointed Professor in charge of the Academic Department of the College of the City of New York. lt is in this position that we find him now, devoting himself to the interests of Townsend Hall. All who have come in contact with Prof. Sim have experienced the kindness that tempers his actions, The relations of principal and student usually so formal have been made pleasant and amiable. Moreover, Prof. Sim has aided the students in their activities in every available manner. In 1904 he attained the acme of his success when he was appointed Professor of Pure Mathematics. He is a member of various notable organizations, among which are the New York Gamma of Phi Beta Kappa, the Virginia Historical Association and the Southern Society of New York. Accurate in his actions, sincere in his desire to promote a feeling of fraternity and friendship, he stands the beloved and revered leader of Townsend Harris Hall.
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