Plaque from American Society for Metals awarded to James A. Parsons Jr.

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A plaque from the American Society for Metals (ASM International) awarded to James Albert Parsons in 1971. The plaque has a wood base with a central, cream-colored field with black printed text, the first letter of Parsons’ name in red text, and the seal of the association in the front, lower left corner. The plaque awards Parson the honor of "Life Member" status. It was signed by the association’s managing director, Alan Ray Putnam, the secretary Adolph J. Lena, and the president Thomas E. Leontis.

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