James D. Feeter

James D. Feeter
Born	Template:Birth date Little Falls, Herkimer County, New York, U.S.
Died	March 20, 1903(1903-03-20) (aged 62) Little Falls, New York, U.S.
Occupation(s)	Politician, banker
Years active	1879–1903
Known for	President of Little Falls National Bank; New York State Senator (1899–1902)

James D. Feeter (June 28, 1840 – March 20, 1903) was a notable American politician and banker based in New York.

Early life

Born in Little Falls, Herkimer County, New York, Feeter was the son of Cynthia (née Small) and James Feeter. His education took place in the public schools of Little Falls.

Career

Feeter began his professional journey working alongside his father in the grocery trade before transitioning to the Little Falls National Bank. Starting as assistant cashier in 1879, he was promoted to cashier by 1889 and ultimately became president of the bank in 1895, taking over from Seth M. Richmond. In addition to his banking roles, he held the position of treasurer for the Village of Little Falls and contributed as a member of the fire and police commission. After Little Falls was incorporated as a city, Feeter joined the board of public works, serving until 1898.

In the political arena, Feeter participated as a delegate at the 1876 Republican National Convention, where he was one of twelve New York delegates endorsing James G. Blaine. He served as a state senator for New York's 33rd district from 1899 through 1902, covering the 122nd to 125th legislative sessions, and led the Internal Affairs of Towns and Counties Committee.

Personal life

On March 15, 1881, Feeter married Ella Craig.

He passed away due to heart disease on March 20, 1903, at his residence in Little Falls and was interred at Church Street Cemetery.