70 Years Ago
The January 12, 1956 Colorado Transcript announced that 1st National Bank would be moving from their historic home at 12th and Washington (currently Golden Goods). They were planning to build a new, modern structure with more space, more parking, and a drive-through window.
There were a number of homes on that block, and the bank offered the houses for sale to anyone interested in moving them.
At about the same time, Golden Savings and Loan built a new office on the other side of Jackson Street. Thereafter, they sometimes referred to the two institutions as "Golden's Financial District."
Both banks have changed hand several times since then. 1st National is now Wells-Fargo, and Golden Savings & Loan is BMO.
