The Cedarville Herald, Volume 68, Numbers 27-52

■-•Ke fi -j^W p %§ SHP Member o f FDW XENIA NATIONAL BANK The strength o f a bank is determined by its history— its policy, its management and the extent o f its re - sources— these in abundance are an integral ^ part o f the Xenia National Bank DETROIT ST. A T MAIN 1835-History of The Xenia National Bank-1945 June 1st, 1835 John Hivling opened a private bank in the city of Xenia, the first bank in Greene Coun­ ty of which there is any record. In 1845 the Ohio General Assembly established a State Banking Sys­ tem under the control of a Board of'Commissioners—one of whom was John Hivling, of Xenia, whose bank had joined the stafe system under the name of the. Ohio State Bank—-Xenia Branch. Several of the bank notes of this branch are still in possession of a Xenia resident. The Xenia Branch Bank was located in the Messenger building at the N. E. corner of Detrolr and Sec­ ond streets. The old vault of this bank is still intact in the offices of Dr. F. M. Chambliss. The bank continued to operate successfully until 1863 when the first National Banking act was passed by Con­ gress under the guidance of Salmon P. .Chase of Ohio. Under this act all banks which joined the sys­ tem were chartered for a period of twenty years, The Board of Directors of The Xenia Branch Bank applied for a National charter in 1863 which was granted under the Jiame of The First National Bank of Xenia, Ohio. This organization continued business in the old location until 1866 when they pur­ chased the lot on the S. E. corner of Detroit and Main streets, and in 1867 erected the present build­ ing on this lot. Here they continued their banking business until the 20 year charter expired in 1883, At this time the National Banking Act had been changed so as to grant continuous charters and at the time of the expiration in 1883 the organization applied for a new charter under the name of The Xenia National Bank, its present name. - During these years this bank has enjoyed the patronage and confidence of the people of this commun­ ity for which we wish to express our sincere appreciation. It has endeavored to be helpful in the ad­ vancement of the community in making Greene County a good place in which to live, as well as a good place in which to make a living. r On this our 110th anniversary we extend to our patrons and friends our heart-felt thanks and look for­ ward to many years of future association. We Serve We Serve If you are an operating farnier we are eager to serve you with financial assistance. The Xenia National Bank is prepared to make loans for livestock and. c ro p s ... and this financial assistance is given you . . . right here in your home community! 4 Hundreds of Xenia homeowners have availed themselves of The Xenia National Bank's services in the purchase of a home. Advice;and guidance . . . coupled with loans at attractive.rates and method of payments are at your command when you deem the time and opportunity is right in the purchase of a new home. We in­ vite your consultation. _ . m !V +.W ) \ ,-t? BUSINESS LOANS This institution has played an enormous part In the business life ofthf* commun­ ity— by facilitating the flow of commerce and increasing it with Loans to Busi- ^ ^ - *. nessmen and industrialists. PERSONAL LOANS Need a personal loan? You'll find this institution hdi understanding. . . a grasp, on the problems of today. A friendly, helpful service awaits you—avail yourself of our Personal Loan Department's services. For 110 years this institution has maintained an enviable record for clean, conservative banking. In eras of war, peace-time, prosperity, and years of depression, the Xenia National has shown evidence of strength that has merited the utmost public confidence. When the demand has been for im­ mediate cash, this institution has shown exceptional liquidity . . . . when the demand has been for credit, we have had the resources available to meet it* CHECKING ACCOUNTS COLLECTIONS REAL ESTATE LOANS BANKING SERVICES NIGHT DEPOSITORY DRAFTS COMMERCIAL LOANS TRAVELERS CHECKS UNITED STATES BONDS, SOLD AND BOUGHT t ) . N : C Organization H. E. EAVEY, President J« A, FINNEY, Attorney MARY L ITT LE DICE, V ie . P r .iM .n i F. LEON SPAHR — R. 0 . WEAD, C ash i.t £ PERSONNEL BUY W A D x v W ■ BONDS! BUY WAR BONDS! R. 0 . WEAD, Cashier ELOISE COY, Secy. Bond D.pnrtitt.nt Wm. B. FRAVER, Asst. Cashier . R^ C5A ^ ! c A« m ' ®00^ ee*M,r GEORGE H. PRUGH, Teller JEAN FERGUSON, Bookkeeper J. FRED SCHULTZ , Teller . HE.l E ^ .KYLE: 1T ra!!tltLP <'rk ! ‘ SALLY SMITH* Teller MARTHA STEELE, Bookkeeper •EAN M ETTY DEAN, Proof C l.rk , RACHEL REEVES, Ration C l.r k 0 ,