Thomas O'Brien received a public school education in England and Englewood, N. J., and subsequently learned the trade of tailor, which he has continuously followed with marked success. He now has one of the leading merchant tailoring establishments in Englewood.

In politics Mr. O'Brien is a Democrat. He was Town Clerk of the Town of Englewood for four years and during the past six years has been City Tax Collector. He has filled both of these offices with acknowledged ability and satisfaction. The esteem and confidence in which he is held by the community have been repeatedly shown in his election to offices. He is a prominent member of the Firemen's Association, of the Royal Arcanum, and of the Catholic Benevolent Association, all of Englewood. His activity in the community, his efforts to promote its welfare, and his prom- inence among his fellow-citizens stamp him as a man of standing and reputation.