Riley P. Bricker
Riley P. Bricker our efficient city clerk and capable superintendent of the electric light plant, was born in Jackson township, Richland county, Ohio, in 1871, a son of Henry J. and Elizabeth (Shearer) Bricker, both natives onf Pennsylvania, where the former was born in 1833. He received an education at the primary schools and given opportunities of higher education at the Ohio State Normal University at Ada, Ohio, leaving school in 1896. Mr. Bricker then took up the teaching of school, which duties he performed successfully for a nuber of years. In April 1900, he announced himself as a candidate for clerk of this city, running on the Democratic ticket and being elected to the office by an overwhelming majority. Mr. Bricker has the distinction of being the first Democratic clerk Shelby has ever had. He is also township clerk and has served as clerk of the sewer commission. Mr. Bricker has served as superintendent of the electric light plant since May 1, 1900, this plang has been organized since 1892.
He was married March 23, 1899, to Miss Mary M. Gilchrist, a daughter of William and Almira Gilchrist, who are among the oldest residents of Jackson township. One daughter has been born to Mr. and Mrs. Bricker, who is named Mabel. Socially, Mr. Bricker is connected with the Knights of Pytihias, Uniform Rank, and the Colonial club of this city, and he is a charter member of the Board of Industry of Shelby.
From Shelby city directory, date unknown