First National Bank of Crockett
N 31° 19.056 W 095° 27.432
15R E 266168 N 3467408
The state historic marker at the First National Bank of Crockett
Waymark Code: WMXF1D
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 01/04/2018
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This state historic marker is located on the square in downtown Crockett TX
Marker Number: 11130
Marker Text:
Founded about 1881 as sideline in mercantile store of W.E. Mayes (1837-1915), who aided customers by keeping cash and currency in his safe, issuing loans and credits.
In 1892 H.F. Moore (1854-1926) came here from Galveston to charter First National Bank, with Mayes transferring his deposits. This bank absorbed (1904) Farmers and Merchants National Bank (founded 1901). Presidents: Mayes (1892-93); J.C. Wooters (1893-1904); Moore (1904-26); Arch Baker (1926-43); Moore's sons, Donald G. (1943-44) and Phil C. (1944-50); J.L. Burton (1950-68); Henry M. Ellis (1968- ). (1972)
Supplemental plaque:
Continuing its distinguished history of service to its customers and to the community, First National Bank celebrated its centennial in 1992.
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