The Matagorda County Tribune (Bay City, Tex.), Vol. 92, No. 16, Ed. 1 Thursday, October 28, 1937 Page: 4 of 8
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PAGE THE MATAGORDA COUNTY TRIBUNE, THURSDAY, OCT. 28, 1937______________- _____
FIRST NATIONAL COMPLETES IMPROVEMENTS
BANKING HOUSE REMODELED
AND BEAUTIFIED WITH LATEST
FURNISHINGS AND EQUIPMENT
MODERN SERVICE FACILITIES.:
PERFECT LIGHTING SYSTEM
AND CI STOMERS’ COMFORT
ARE OUTSTANDING IMPROVE-
MENTS.
Several weeks ago the First Na-
tional Bank moved back into their
own building after several months
spent in temporary quarters. The
remodeling and vast improvements
BANK ORGANIZED it would be
more accurate to say Matagorda County and a desire in turn was followed by V L.
that the history of Bay City's to serve their community to the LeTulle, who is the present head
of the institution.
FOUR ACES SCORED ON HOLE
ASHTABULA, O. (UP) Four
holes-in-one have been scored on
IN 1901 IN BUSINESS 1- best of their ability and give it
DVD Snr greatest era of development and TcmDanO BIC
EVER SINCEan honest and conscientious bank-
progress was, within the perioding service were the intangible
I which covers the existence of this act with
- x ears oung. institution, ana 'intangible they Opened 8 the 1 ing. accounts for the steady growthcountry club this season. The hole
The real history of Bay City At the time of its founding bank in the new Kogutt building which it has enjoyed during the
could easily be written around the JamesM. Moore was president on Seventh Street, years that have elapsed since for a high pitch shot to the green,
thirty-six years that have elapsed Capital stock amounted to $50 - Mr. Moore was succeeded as Practically the entire personnel <
since the First National Bank op-000 in tangible assets and an un- president by Martin Thompson the bank has been with the insti
ened its doors in IDOL Perhaps bounded faith in Bay City and and later by N M. Vogelsang. He tution for many years.
This policy, w hich has been the [
policy of the bank since its found-the No. 4 hole at the Ashtabula
ing. accounts for the steady growth
ears that have elapsed since.
is set high on a steep hill and calls
which is invisible except for the
flag marking the cup.
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were practically completed. To-
day—the First National announces
“Complete and Ready." Thus—
a dream of many years is beau-
tifully visualized.
Prior to letting of contracts and
the purchase of equipment, the
officers of the bank spent many
months in judging and comparing
features of the most modern and
improved banking houses. In
planning a bigger, better bank
they were urged by a long-felt
want for better facilities and the
certainty that progress in the fu-
ture would justify a large enough
investment to take care of in-
PART VIEW OF BANK INTERIOR
The partition with tellers’ windows encloses one large complete
office. Practical working conditions and easy access to the differ-
ent departments make for utmost efficiency.
creased business for many years |
to come.
The first thing that impresses
the visitor is the absence of
“cages” and the cubby holes
You’ve Achieved
COMPLETE and READY
rs
. We Invite You to Visit Us And
3 W
ur Improved Service
Facilities
which made the banks of olden
days such dreaded and awesome
places. The high ceiling, low par-
titions and semi-indirect lighting
system together with the spacious
customers room, form a most
pleasing and inviting place of bus- 1
iness where one feels comfortable |
and at home.
Since the remodeled bank was '
occupied, many complimentary
expressions have reached the bank
officials. The most frequent com-
ment is, "It’s so light, airy and
friendly." The directors are very |
much pleased over the fact that
the first impression is one of com-
fort and friendliness.
In discussing this important de-
velopment in the bank's progress,
one of the executives said, "It is
simple enough matter to buy ma- |
terials and equipment. It is also
a comparatively easy matter to
plan and supervise construction
and installations. But the task
of practical planning for today
and the many tomorrows becomes
a bit more involved." This offi-
cer was too reserved to admit that
the important task of building for
permanency had been fulfilled in
admirable fashion.
The new First National Bank
structure is indeed a credit to those
who planned it and to the various
craftsmen who carried out the
plans. It is also a lasting monu-
ment to the far-sightedness and
faith of those who have helped
to build the business of the bank. —
SUCCESS
—IN ITS TRUE MEANING
“Winning By Helping Others to Win’
The First National
OUR FRIENDS and BANKERS
MAY THE YEARS TO COME
BRING YOU FULL REWARD
FOR YOUR INVESTMENTS
OF FAITH * * ENERGY
AND MONEY, WHICH HAVE
SPEEDED THE PROGRESS
OF TI HIS WHOLE SECTION.
Rosenzweig
9
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We Congratulate
OUR FRIENDS -
The First Nationa
pon Their Fine Progress
AND THE BEAUTIFUL IMPROVEMENTS
MADE NECESSARY BY THEIR
CONSTANTLY EXPANDING
BANKING SERVICE.
BAY CITY BANK & TRUST CO.
1901
1937
FIRST NATIONAL BANK
In planning the remodeling of our banking house we were
constantly mindful of improving our service capacity and
adding to the comfort and conveniences of our customers.
The same thoughts guided us in the selection of the new
furnishings and equipment.
We are pardonably proud of our renewed quarters but will
not achieve contentment until YOU, OUR CUSTOMERS
AND FRIENDS, approve of them.
FIRST NATIONAL BANK
- 3AY CITY
We
Solicit Your Patronage on the Merits of Our Service
Captital and Surplus
$130,000.00
OFFICERS
V. L. LeTULLE, President J. C. LEWIS. Vice-President
E. L. McDONALD, Cashier F. A. BATES, Asst. Cashier
JAMES CASTLETON, Asst. Cashier
DIRECTORS
R. L. WILLIAMS
V. L. LeTULLE
E. L. McDONALD
J. C. LEWIS
F. A. BATES
Total Resources
$2,149,172.12
Deposits Insured by Federal Deposits Insurance Corp.
Vin —ieewole
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Smith, Carey, Jr. The Matagorda County Tribune (Bay City, Tex.), Vol. 92, No. 16, Ed. 1 Thursday, October 28, 1937, newspaper, October 28, 1937; Bay City, Texas. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1696613/m1/4/: accessed July 8, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting Matagorda County Museum & Bay City Public Library.