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Thomas W. Riley

1804 – 1872

American politician

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About Thomas W. Riley

Lived 1804 – 1872 (aged 67–68). Thomas W. Riley was an American politician.

Thomas W. Riley (1804?December 27, 1872) was an American lawyer and politician who served as the twelfth mayor of Louisville, Kentucky from 1858 to 1859. Riley was a prominent lawyer and member of the Whig Party, elected to the Kentucky General Assembly, serving as Speaker of the House from 1849 to 1850.

Life His law firm moved to Louisville in 1852. He was elected to the city council in 1855 and 1857. His firm dissolved when he was elected Circuit Court judge in 1857. On May 14, 1858, Riley was elected by the council to fill the position of mayor after William S. Pilcher fell too ill to continue on. Pilcher died on August 14 of that year and Riley served until April 2, 1859.

After his term expired, he returned to practicing law from 1865 to 1870. He died in Bullitt County, Kentucky in 1872.

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Important facts

Born
1804, Stafford County
Birth century
19th century
Died
27 December 1872, Bullitt County, Kentucky
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
United States
Positions held
Member of the Kentucky House of Representatives

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Thomas W. Riley?

American politician (1804–1872)

When was Thomas W. Riley born?

Thomas W. Riley was born in 1804 in Stafford County.

When did Thomas W. Riley die?

Thomas W. Riley died on 27 December 1872 in Bullitt County, Kentucky.

What was Thomas W. Riley's occupation?

Thomas W. Riley was a politician.

What nationality was Thomas W. Riley?

Thomas W. Riley was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Thomas W. Riley

· Wikidata: Q7794781

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