Alta Vista Bank Centenary Recaps Local History
The narrative reviews Alta Vista banking from the first bank led by Henry Kiene and Otto M. Lorenz, through the Alta Vista Savings Bank formed circa 1898 and its cashiers Geogie Scholz O A Bartels Theodore Pockels, to the current bank opening September 19 1929. It emphasizes prudent ethics and community service, crediting customer loyalty and urging thrift for the future as Chickasaw County marks a centennial.