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Harold S. Braun

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Harold S. Braun
Harold Samuel Braun; H.s. Braun
Yearbook portrait, 1951
Yearbook portrait, 1951
Born1913
Years in Thunder Bayby 1951–at least 1968 (Lakehead yearbooks)
OccupationEducator, college principal
EmployerLakehead Technical Institute
Partner

Harold S. Braun (born 1913) was the first Principal of the Lakehead College of Arts, Science and Technology (LCAST), the forerunner of Lakehead University, and author, with William G. Tamblyn, of A Northern Vision: The Development of Lakehead University (Lakehead University, 1987). He is listed among the Lakeheadologists.[1][2]

Career

LCAST's main building on Oliver Road was later named in honour of Dr. Harold S. Braun.[1] In 1965, the year Lakehead College became Lakehead University, Principal Braun wrote a yearbook letter invoking the school's motto, Ad augusta per angusta.[3]

Notes

The birth year 1913 is from library authority records for A Northern Vision.

Family

Newspaper record

  • Biographical notice in Fort William Daily Times-Journal, 1955-06-30.[5]
    • Index note: Promoted.
  • Photo notice in Port Arthur News-Chronicle, 1943-10-18.[6]
    • Index note: Graduates in navy.
  • Biographical notice in Port Arthur News-Chronicle, 1945-10-05.[7]
    • Index note: Back to teaching at PACI.
  • Photo notice in Fort William Daily Times-Journal, 1960-01-28.[8]
    • Index note: At bridge/tea event.
  • Photo notice in Fort William Daily Times-Journal, 1963-03-06.[9]
    • Recorded with the title "Dr."
    • Index note: Advisory board appointment.
  • Photo notice in Fort William Daily Times-Journal, 1964-02-17.[10]
    • Recorded with the title "Dr."
    • Index note: Presentation at LU university centre.

Other records

  • Harold Samuel Braun was a resident of Thunder Bay.
  • Harold S. Braun is a resident of the Thunder Bay District noted in Fort William Daily Times-Journal in 1955.[5]
  • H.s. Braun is a resident of the Thunder Bay District noted in Port Arthur News-Chronicle in 1945.[7]

⚙️ AI TODO: Expand using [Confirm death date. The marriage (1940, Margaret McComb) and the newspaper-index records were merged here from separate stubs on the basis of the rare name and a consistent career (PACI teacher 1945, Dr. and Lakehead roles in the 1960s); confirm the middle name Samuel. Source]

Directory listings

Year Name as listed Occupation Employer Address Spouse Source
1950 Braun Harold S (Margt) tchr Lakehead Tech Inst h B 372 Arthur Teacher Lakehead Technical Institute Suite B, 372 Arthur, Port Arthur Margaret p. 462[11]

Lakehead Technical Institute yearbook, 1951

The 1951 Year Book of the Lakehead Technical Institute lists Harold S. Braun as an instructor teaching chemistry, physics, zoology.[12] Qualifications listed: B.A. Braun was staff adviser to the Students' Administrative Council.[13]

Year School Program Role Hometown Clubs and teams Source
1951 Lakehead Technical Institute Chemistry, physics, zoology Staff p. 16[12]

Lakehead Technical Institute, 1952

Yearbook portrait, 1952
Year School Program Role Hometown Clubs and teams Source
1952 Lakehead Technical Institute B.A. Acting Principal Chemistry, Physics, Photography. Staff p. 29[14]
  • Roles named: Acting Principal of Lakehead Technical Institute.
  • Described in the yearbook: He provides a message of encouragement to the 1952 graduates, emphasizing ambition, perseverance, and the opportunities available in Canada.[15]
  • Described in the yearbook: He teaches Chemistry, Physics, and Photography.[16]
  • Named in the write-up "Annual Winter Formal": The third annual formal dance took place on January 25, 1952, at the Port Arthur Golf and Country Club, featuring live music and balancing acts.[17]
  • Groups named for this person in the volume: L. T. I. Staff, Permanent Staff.

Lakehead Technical Institute, 1953

Yearbook portrait, 1953
Year School Program Role Hometown Clubs and teams Source
1953 Lakehead Technical Institute Principal Staff p. 3[18]
  • Roles named: Principal of Lakehead Technical Institute; Acting Principal of Lakehead Technical Institute.
  • Described in the yearbook: He provides a message to the graduating class of 1953, discussing the responsibilities of Canadian citizenship and the concept of liberty.[19]
  • Described in the yearbook: He gave the address of welcome at the ceremony.[20]
  • Named in the write-up "The Principal's Message": The Principal congratulates the 1953 graduating class of both the Technical and University Divisions. He encourages them to face future challenges with confidence and to embrace the responsibilities of Canadian citizenship and liberty.[19]
  • Groups named for this person in the volume: Permanent Staff.

Lakehead Technical Institute, 1954

Yearbook portrait, 1954
Year School Program Role Hometown Clubs and teams Source
1954 Lakehead Technical Institute Principal Staff p. 4[21]
  • Roles named: Principal of Lakehead Technical Institute.
  • Awards and honours: B.A., McMaster.
  • Named in the write-up "The Principal's Message": The Principal congratulates the sixth graduating class of the institute, noting the success of previous alumni in universities and industry. He encourages the graduates to use their education to meet the challenges of a changing world and to uphold Canadian values.[22]
  • Named in the write-up "CONVOCATION": The Lakehead Technical Institute held its fifth annual graduation ceremony on May 6, 1953, at the Fort William Collegiate auditorium. The event featured an address by the Minister of Education and the presentation of diplomas, certificates, and various academic awards.[23]

Lakehead Technical Institute, 1955

Yearbook portrait, 1955
Year School Program Role Hometown Clubs and teams Source
1955 Lakehead Technical Institute B.A. Staff p. 9[24]

Lakehead Technical Institute, 1956

Yearbook portrait, 1956
Year School Program Role Hometown Clubs and teams Source
1956 Lakehead Technical Institute PRINCIPAL Staff p. 7[25]

Lakehead Technical Institute, 1957

Yearbook portrait, 1957
Year School Program Role Hometown Clubs and teams Source
1957 Lakehead Technical Institute B.A., PRINCIPAL Staff p. 13[26]

Lakehead College, 1958

Yearbook portrait, 1958
Year School Program Role Hometown Clubs and teams Source
1958 Lakehead College of Arts, Science and Technology Principal Staff p. 8[27]

Lakehead College, 1959

Yearbook portrait, 1959
Year School Program Role Hometown Clubs and teams Source
1959 Lakehead College of Arts, Science and Technology Principal Staff p. 5[28]

Lakehead College, 1960

Yearbook portrait, 1960
Year School Program Role Hometown Clubs and teams Source
1960 Lakehead College of Arts, Science and Technology B.A. - McMaster Staff p. 16[29]

Lakehead College, 1961

Yearbook portrait, 1961
Year School Program Role Hometown Clubs and teams Source
1961 Lakehead College of Arts, Science and Technology Principal Staff p. 4[30]

Lakehead College, 1962

Yearbook portrait, 1962
Year School Program Role Hometown Clubs and teams Source
1962 Lakehead College of Arts, Science and Technology B. A. (McMaster) Principal Staff p. 8[31]

Lakehead College, 1963

Yearbook portrait, 1963
Year School Program Role Hometown Clubs and teams Source
1963 Lakehead College of Arts, Science and Technology Principal Staff [32]

Lakehead College, 1964

Yearbook portrait, 1964
Year School Program Role Hometown Clubs and teams Source
1964 Lakehead College of Arts, Science and Technology C. D. , B. A. , LL. D. (McMaster) Staff [33]
  • Roles named: Principal of Lakehead College.
  • Awards and honours: C. D.; B. A.; LL. D. (McMaster).
  • Described in the yearbook: The Principal reflects on the growth of the college from 124 students six years ago to over 1,000 current full and part-time students.[34]

Lakehead University, 1965

Yearbook portrait, 1965
Year School Program Role Hometown Clubs and teams Source
1965 Lakehead University Principal Staff p. 6[35]

Lakehead University, 1966

Yearbook portrait, 1966
Year School Program Role Hometown Clubs and teams Source
1966 Lakehead University DIRECTOR OF UNIVERSITY SCHOOLS Staff p. 29[36]

Lakehead University, 1967

Yearbook portrait, 1967
Year School Program Role Hometown Clubs and teams Source
1967 Lakehead University Director of University Schools Staff p. 32[37]

Lakehead University, 1968

Yearbook portrait, 1968
Year School Program Role Hometown Clubs and teams Source
1968 Lakehead University C.D., B.A., LL.D. Director of University Schools Staff p. 172[38]

Lakehead Technical Institute, 1951

Portrait, 1951
Year School Program Role Hometown Clubs and teams Source
1951 Lakehead Technical Institute Staff Advisor of S. A. C. Executive Staff Port Arthur S. A. C. Executive, Instructors p. 16[39]
  • Described in the yearbook: He teaches Chemistry, Physics, and Zoology.[39]


References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 Lakehead University 55th anniversary timeline. Lakehead University. Retrieved 27 October 2026.
  2. ↑ Local History Resources. City of Thunder Bay Archives. Retrieved 27 October 2026.
  3. ↑ At 50, Lakehead University "Is Ready for the World". Lake Superior Magazine. Retrieved 27 October 2026.
  4. ↑ Fort William Daily Times-Journal, 6 July 1940, p. 6
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 Fort William Daily Times-Journal, 30 June 1955, p. 3
  6. ↑ Port Arthur News-Chronicle, 18 October 1943, p. 3
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 Port Arthur News-Chronicle, 5 October 1945, p. 3
  8. ↑ Fort William Daily Times-Journal, 28 January 1960, p. 8
  9. ↑ Fort William Daily Times-Journal, 6 March 1963, p. 3
  10. ↑ Fort William Daily Times-Journal, 17 February 1964, p. 7
  11. ↑ Henderson's Directory of Fort William and Port Arthur, 1950 (Henderson Directories Limited), p. 462.
  12. ↑ 12.0 12.1 Lakehead Technical Institute Year Book (1951), p. 16. Internet Archive.
  13. ↑ Lakehead Technical Institute Year Book (1951), p. 5. Internet Archive.
  14. ↑ Lakehead Technical Institute Year Book (1952), p. 29. Internet Archive.
  15. ↑ Lakehead Technical Institute Year Book (1952), p. 3. Internet Archive.
  16. ↑ Lakehead Technical Institute Year Book (1952), p. 29. Internet Archive.
  17. ↑ Lakehead Technical Institute Year Book (1952), p. 68. Internet Archive.
  18. ↑ Lakehead Technical Institute Year Book (1953), p. 3. Internet Archive.
  19. ↑ 19.0 19.1 Lakehead Technical Institute Year Book (1953), p. 3. Internet Archive.
  20. ↑ Lakehead Technical Institute Year Book (1953), p. 76. Internet Archive.
  21. ↑ Lakehead Technical Institute Nor'Wester (1954), p. 4. Internet Archive.
  22. ↑ Lakehead Technical Institute Nor'Wester (1954), p. 4. Internet Archive.
  23. ↑ Lakehead Technical Institute Nor'Wester (1954), p. 68. Internet Archive.
  24. ↑ Lakehead Technical Institute Nor'Wester (1955), p. 9. Internet Archive.
  25. ↑ Lakehead Technical Institute Nor'Wester (1956), p. 7. Internet Archive.
  26. ↑ Lakehead Technical Institute Yearbook (1957), p. 13. Internet Archive.
  27. ↑ Lakehead College Giant (1958), p. 8. Internet Archive.
  28. ↑ Lakehead College Nor'Wester (1959), p. 5. Internet Archive.
  29. ↑ Lakehead College Metamorphoses (1960), p. 16. Internet Archive.
  30. ↑ Lakehead College Nor'Wester (1961), p. 4. Internet Archive.
  31. ↑ Lakehead College Nor'Wester (1962), p. 8. Internet Archive.
  32. ↑ Lakehead College Nor'Wester (1963), scan page 8. Internet Archive.
  33. ↑ Lakehead College Nor'Wester (1964), scan page 12. Internet Archive.
  34. ↑ Lakehead College Nor'Wester (1964), scan page 9. Internet Archive.
  35. ↑ Lakehead University Nor'Wester (1965), p. 6. Internet Archive.
  36. ↑ Lakehead University Nor'Wester (1966), p. 29. Internet Archive.
  37. ↑ Lakehead University Nor'Wester (1967), p. 32. Internet Archive.
  38. ↑ Lakehead University Nor'Wester (1968), p. 172. Internet Archive.
  39. ↑ 39.0 39.1 Lakehead Technical Institute Year Book (1951), p. 16. Internet Archive.
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