Panhandle in Carson County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Oldest Bank in the Texas Panhandle
Photographed By Allen Lowrey, May 29, 2020
1. Oldest Bank in the Texas Panhandle Marker
Second commercial bank opened in the Panhandle of Texas. Oldest in continuous service. Founded by James Christopher Paul, pupil of Sam Houston's son, lawyer Temple Houston. Early settlers throughout the High Plains area were among the first depositors. On May 6, 1927, during great oil boom, Judge Paul and associates opened a second bank, the First National. On December 31, 1942, the two merged. Many present accounts are held by heirs of early depositors. A son of Judge Paul still serves on the Board of Directors.
Erected 1965 by State Historical Survey Committee. (Marker Number 3939.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce.
Location. 35° 20.574′ N, 101° 22.842′ W. Marker is in Panhandle, Texas, in Carson County. Marker is on Euclid Avenue, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 201 Euclid Avenue, Panhandle TX 79068, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The John F. Weatherlys (within shouting distance of this marker); Panhandle "Herald" (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); Panhandle (about 600 feet away); Callaghan Memorial Library (about 700 feet away); Texan Hotel
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Photographed By Allen Lowrey, May 29, 2020
2. Oldest Bank in the Texas Panhandle Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 31, 2020. It was originally submitted on May 31, 2020, by Allen Lowrey of Amarillo, Texas. This page has been viewed 210 times since then and 30 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 31, 2020, by Allen Lowrey of Amarillo, Texas. • J. Makali Bruton was the editor who published this page.
