Background
GILROY, Thomas F. was born on June 3, 1839 in Sligo, Ireland. Four son six daughter
GILROY, Thomas F. was born on June 3, 1839 in Sligo, Ireland. Four son six daughter
Studied at Public Schools, New York City. Actively interested in political affairs in New York City for some years. Deputy County Clerk, 1885.
Deputy Sheriff" of New York County, 1888. Commissioner of Public Works, New York City, 1889. Inaugurated the smooth pavements, and forced all electric wires underground.
Mayor of New York City, 1892.
Receiver of the Mitchell Vance Company. President of the Twelfth Ward Bank, 1900.
Retired, 1904.
During his administration as Mayor, NewJYork City enjoyed the lowest tax rate it has ever known, and its credit was at the highest point, 2£% bonds selling at a premium. Publication The wealth of the City of New York, 1894.
Club: Manhattan, New York City.