Afton State Bank Moves Into New Building
The new Afton State Bank building in Star Valley houses the valley’s oldest bank, founded in 1907 by nine Nebraskans with local support. Capital is $25,000, surplus $1,400. Officers: William V. Allen president, G W West vice president, D D Lynch cashier, J T Wells assistant cashier. The second story houses office rooms and the United States Forest Department occupies space.
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United States Forest Department
Star Valley offers vast farming and mining opportunities
A county agricultural agent reports Star Valley spans about 112000 acres with 37000 acres under crops aside from hay or pasture. The area hosts 2500 dairy cows, 2000 young dairy stock, 2000 hogs, several thousand sheep, and plans for multiple silos. Mining prospects include copper, silver and gold ore near Smoot, with potential big dividends. Potential railroad link invites capitalists for exploration and vacation outings.
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