First National Bank in Bronte Marks Westward Progress
The Bronte banking story traces the journey from the First State Bank of Bronte founded by J B Reilley and Rev R M Cumbie to the Guaranty State Bank of Bronte and its 1925 rebranding. By December 1942 deposits reached 616 345 29 with assets of 690 343, illustrating the region’s shift from pioneer days to modern finance.
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Ballinger
Robert Lee
Bronte
J. B. Reilley
Ozona
First State Bank of
Rev
R. M. Cumbie
First National Bank
Bank interior redecorated to enhance light and service
Bronte's W. D. Collins Co renovated the bank interior with fluorescent lighting, green and red checker tile, and new panels. Gordon Mitchell of San Antonio decorated the space, ceilings ivory refinished, front door tempered glass, reinforced concrete vault protection, and prominent rosettes on the new front. The firm boasts over 5,000 bank fixtures installed in the Southwest.
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W. D. Collins Co
Gordon Mitchell
San Antonio
Bronte’s Financial Center
W. D. Collins Bank Fixture Co
First National Bank in Bronte Receives Broad Praise
The Bronte bank inaugurates a new building with a directorate featuring long-time area settlers and one woman member Carrie G Williams who served as postmaster. Officers include L T Youngblood President J T Harmon Vice President B B Snead Cashier J S Craddock Jr Asst Cashier. The staff pledges unfailing service and community progress.
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First National Bank
Bronte
New West
Carrie G. Williams
M. A. Butner
R. E. Cumbie
J. T. Harmon
Frank Keeney
E. C. Rawlings
L. T. Youngblood
Collins Company
Youngblood
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