First National Bank of
​Crockett

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Marker Text: Founded about 1881 as sideline in mercantile store of W.E. Mayes (1837-1915), who aided customers by keeping cash and currency in his safe, issuing loans and credits. In 1892 H.F. Moore (1854-1926) came here from Galveston to charter First National Bank, with Mayes transferring his deposits. This bank absorbed (1904) Farmers and Merchants National Bank (founded 1901). Presidents: Mayes (1892-93); J.C. Wooters (1893-1904); Moore (1904-26); Arch Baker (1926-43); Moore's sons, Donald G. (1943-44) and Phil C. (1944-50); J.L. Burton (1950-68); Henry M. Ellis (1968- ). (1972)

Additional Plate: Continuing its distinguished history of service to its customers and to the community. First National Bank celebrated its centennial in 1992. 

Marker No. 11130

Aluminium 18 x 28 Subject Marker

Geographic: 31.318186, -95.457436

Location: 415 East Goliad, Crockett