San Angelo in Tom Green County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
The Trust Building
This building was completed in 1908 by a
group of pioneering investors of early
San Angelo. The leader was Colonel
C.C. Walsh, the president of San Angelo
Bank & Trust Company. They built a new
state-of-the-art bank unlike any in
west Texas for $132,500. It was the
first skyscraper of west Texas according
to the Standard Times. The San Angelo
Bank & Trust Company was changed to
Central National Bank in 1914 and
remained here until 1966. The building
had an extensive remodel in 1959, which
destroyed much of its original beauty.
After the bank left the building it was
used for various other enterprises, until
it became vacant in 1982. It remained
vacant for several years, changing owners
frequently. Its historical significance had
been forgotten until it was purchased by
Kirby Hartman, who started a major
renovation to try and bring the
landmark back to its original splendor.
It is considered his life-long project.Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1908.
Location. 31° 27.767′ N, 100°
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2. The Trust Building Marker
Marker is right of the doors.
this page online
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Chadwick Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Myers Drug (within shouting distance of this marker); First United Methodist Church of San Angelo (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); J. J. Rackley Building (about 400 feet away); Elmer Kelton Memorial Mural (about 400 feet away); Sacred Heart Catholic Church (about 400 feet away); First Baptist Church of San Angelo (about 600 feet away); John Yellott Rust (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in San Angelo.
Also see . . . Early skyscraper - Trust Building, other banks aim to project solidity. Despite their contributions to economic growth, people have long been suspicious about banks and their solvency. So banks across America built impressive buildings to emphasize their strength and stability. San Angelo was no different. (David P. Dewar, The Standard Times, posted Aug. 1, 2009) (Submitted on March 28, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.)
Credits. This page was last revised on March 28, 2022. It was originally submitted on March 28, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 45 times since then and 2 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 28, 2022, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
