Ralph Peters

Ralph Peters (November 19, 1853 – October 9, 1923) was an American railroad executive who served as the president of the Long Island Rail Road.

Early life and education Peters was born in Atlanta, Georgia on November 19, 1853. He was one of nine children born to Mary Jane (née Thompson) Peters (1830–1911) and Richard Peters (1810–1889), a railroad executive who was one of the founders of Atlanta. Among his siblings was Richard, Edward, and Nellie, who also became prominent.

Peters graduated from the University of Georgia (UGA) in Athens, Georgia, with a Bachelor of Arts in 1872.

Career Peters was elected president of the LIRR in April 1905. He was the twentieth President of the Long Island since its incorporation in 1834.

Death Peters died at his home in Garden City, Long Island on October 9, 1923.