Background
LORD, Riley was born on February 24, 1838 in Accrington.
LORD, Riley was born on February 24, 1838 in Accrington.
Represented the Prudential Life Assurance Company for over 44 years. Entered Newcastle-upon-Tyne Council, 1885. Was Sheriff of Newcastle, 1892- 1893.
Mayor, 1895-1896 and 1899-1900.
During first mayoralty inaugurated Victoria Diamond Jubilee Fund to build new Infirmary. Raised £100,000, another £100,000 was bequeathed by John Hall for same purpose, and £100,000 more contributed by Lord Armstrong.
Foundation stone of Royal Victoria Infirmary laid 20 June 1900 by Prince of Wales on behalf of the Queen, and opened by His Majesty 11 July 1906. Justice of the Peace Newcastleupon-Tyne and Northumberland.
Son of late George Lord, Accrington.
Clubs: Royal Automobile. Union, Newcastleupon-Tyne.
Spouse 1857, Mary,daughter of John and Susannah 1238 Haggas, Keighley (daughter