Ira Davenport was an American businessman, politician and philanthropist. He was most notable for his service in the New York State Senate, as New York State Comptroller, and a member of Congress from New York's 29th congressional district. Wikipedia
Born: June 28, 1841, Hornellsville, NY
Died: October 6, 1904 (age 63 years), Bath, NY
Party: Republican Party
Previous offices: Representative (1885–1889), New York State Comptroller (1882–1883), and New York State Senator (1878–1881)
Education: Russell Military Academy
Governor: Alonzo B. Cornell; Grover Cleveland