Irish American Bank records

Collection — Multiple Containers

Identifier: ARCHS-015

Staff Only

Scope and Contents

This collection is comprised of 4 financial savings ledgers documenting the dealings of the Irish American Bank in Augusta, Georgia. The ledgers include client accounts throughout 1912-1913. The book primarily documents the Irish American population in Augusta.

Dates

Created: 1912-1913
Other: Date acquired: 02/15/1979

Conditions Governing Access

No current restrictions. Collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

The Augusta Richmond County Historical Society is the owner of the physical collection and makes reproductions available for research purposes only. Materials within the collection are subject to the copyright law of the United States and item condition. the Augusta Richmond County Historical Society may or may not own the rights to materials in the collection. It is the researcher's responsibility to verify copyright ownership and obtain permission from the copyright holder before publication, reproduction, or display of the materials beyond what is reasonable under copyright law. Researchers may quote selections from the collection under the fair use provision of copyright law.

Biographical / Historical

The Irish American Bank of Augusta operated between the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Founded to serve the growing Irish immigrant population of Augusta, it primarily provided tailored banking services, savings accounts, and business capital. While the bank was originally located in the commercial district on Broad Street, it was destroyed in the Augusta Fire of 1916.

Extent

4 items (4 ledgers)

Language

English

Additional Description

Overview

A collection of client records from the Irish American Bank in Augusta between 1912-1913.

Arrangement

The ledgers have no formal distinct arrangement, other than what is written (or not written) on their front covers. For the books that do not have labels, order was imposed by labeling them "Volume 3" and "Volume 4."