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Charles Porter
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Charles Porter, husband of the world-famous writer Gene Stratton-Porter,
saw the need for a financial institution in the Geneva area, which
was in the midst of Indiana's oil boom. Operating the bank initially
by using his personal funds, Mr. Porter was later joined by A.G.
Briggs, David Studebaker, W. H. Niblick, R. B. Allison, S. W.
Hale and George Hartman, other local businessmen from Geneva and
Decatur. The bank's original capital stock was $45,000. In the
following years, the Bank prospered, grew in financial strength
and developed customer loyalty. |
In the Great Depression a three-day bank holiday was ordered to
stabilize the nation’s failing banking system. Afterwards the Bank
of Geneva was one of the few banks that was permitted to open. Bank
of Geneva was able to serve its customers throughout the worst financial
times known in the United States.
During the decade following 1965, the original bank was moved from
the center of Geneva's business district to it's current location
in Geneva, and new offices were built in Monroe and Berne. Between
2000 and 2005 the bank has further expanded its products and services
to customers by installing a networked computer system, and opening
branches beyond the Adams Co. line in Portland.
Since its founding, the bank has never had a major change in management.
Andrew G. Briggs’ descendents lead today’s management team.
The Bank of Geneva strategically plans to continue its long-standing
tradition of independent local ownership by maintaining the same quality
service, professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity that has
served area customers for over a century.
We invite you to stop by one of our
branches or browse our web page. You will find a bank dedicated
to meeting the needs of its customers and serving our community.
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