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The Country Banker and Civic Duty in Small Town Life
An extended reflection on the country banker as trusted community figure. It discusses honesty, credit, daily demands, and public responsibility, with anecdotes about interactions with merchants, travelers, and townspeople. It emphasizes politeness, service, and balance between ambition and generosity, urging young men to cultivate good will and self respect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Financial Review
Bill Board
Labora
Johnnie
Robinson
Hartley Herald
Betty
Ty. Stewart
New York
Ike
Wes
C. B.A