The First National Bank of Walla Walla Records

Collection

Identifier: WCMss-203

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

The First National Bank of Walla Walla Records consist of correspondence, journals, and financial records. These records, which date from 1885 through 1926, also contains tax claims and forms, a cancelled check, and two booklets titled "Walla Walla and Banking" and "A Pioneer's Vision,” which describes the history and development of the bank.

Dates

Creation: 1885-1926

Creator

First National Bank of Walla Walla (Organization)

Conditions Governing Access

Collection is open for research.

Historical Note

The First National Bank of Walla Walla was founded in 1878 by Levi Ankeny. Ankeny was born in St. Joseph, Missouri and migrated to Oregon at the age of six. He conducted business throughout the Pacific Northwest and ultimately settled in Walla Walla to pursue banking. Before the purchase and charter for National Bank status, the bank was known as the Reynolds Banking House. The Reynolds Banking House was formed by the partnership of Almos H. Reynolds and Dr. J.H. Day.

Extent

2.7 Linear Feet (2 manuscript boxes, 1 flat box)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

The First National Bank of Walla Walla Records contains materials related to The First National Bank of Walla Walla which was established by Levi Ankeny in 1878. These records contain correspondence, journals, and financial records. These records, which date from 1885 through 1926, also contain tax claims and forms, and two booklets titled, "Walla Walla and Banking," and "A Pioneer's Vision," which describes the history and development of the bank.