Built 1897 of native stone from Lost Creek Quarry, on land of H. H. McConnell, a soldier at Fort Richardson, author of Five Years A Cavalryman. Local firm, Risley Brothers, built the bank. Architecture is outstanding. First National Bank had opened December 10, 1890, in courthouse. The first president was Judge T. D. Sporer. Longest-term president, J. W. Knox, served 1893 to 1932. Management is still in hands of descendants of organizers. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark, 1968. Incising on base - Mrs. J. W. Knox and son, H. H. McConnell, III, donors.
This page last updated: 7/15/2008 |
First Bank Building Historical Marker Location Map, County Historical Marker Location Map, Jacksboro, Texas
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