Career
He was also an Honorary Alderman and a magistrate. A former steam engine driver, Eames represented the city"s Small Heath ward on Birmingham City Council from 1949-1992, without break. The Birmingham public bombings of 1974 occurred while he was Lord Mayor and his "calm leadership" in the aftermath was widely praised.
He was made Administration Member of the Order of the British Empire for services to the community.
He died the day before his 93rd birthday in 2010. Midland Metro tram number 14 is named after him.
