Martin Digital History

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  • Planters Security Bank in Jensen. The bank was founded around 1894 to serve pineapple farmers in the Eden area. The bank failed around 1908, leaving many depositors empty handed until a decree from the state comptroller awarded 14 and half percent dividends to be paid out to those that lost money, but this was not until 1929.
  • The Bank of Ft. Pierce. Construction for the bank building finished in late 1914.
  • Cars and businesses along Osceola Avenue, including the bank. Haney Circle marked by sign "Keep to Right."
  • Several men in front of the Seminole Bank in Stuart. Police chief Floyd Tyson on motorcycle, Ivy LeRoy Ricou on left in doorway, Mayor John E. Taylor centered in doorway and Postmaster Ernest J. Ricou to the right of doorway.

    Other businesses in the building include Saint Paul Insurance, Dr. Graham M.D., and Hogarth Insurance.

    Built in 1912 to house the Stuart Bank (301 St. Lucie Avenue), Stuart Bank moved across the street to the Fuge Building in 1921. The Seminole Bank leased the first floor, opening 2 April 1923; it closed in 1929.

    Published in Sandra Thurlow's book, Stuart on the St. Lucie: A Pictorial History (p. 161).
  • Aerial over the First National Bank of Stuart (Seacoast Bank). Bill Greene Chevrolet and Kindred's Superette also in view along Colorado Avenue.
  • First National Bank and Trust Co. (previously called First National Bank of Stuart and later became Seacoast Bank) building.
  • Copy of bank check, featuring an engraving of Seminole man.
  • Mural panels hang on the walls at First Federal Savings and Loan in Stuart. Caption on back of postcard reads "Martinorama/ This unique mural, dominating the lobby of the First Federal Savings and Loan Association of Martin County, was created by local artist, Jim Hutchinson. The mural depicts the various phases of the economy of Martin County."
  • View along Osceola Avenue with Arthur Dehon building in left foreground and Citizens Bank on right.
  • Northwest view along Osceola Street with Citizens Bank of Stuart in the foreground. Several businesses in view including Bozone's Barber Shop, Walker's Jewelry, Friendly Tavern, Lyric Theatre, Stuart Hardware, Horseshoe Bar and Daniel's Sundries.
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