PA-109 Citizens and Southern Bank

Marker text: Citizens and Southern Bank
Founded in 1921 by R.R. Wright, Sr., who was born of slave parents, this bank was noted for serving the financial needs of Black customers. It survived the Great Depression and later established offices throughout the city.
Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission 1991

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Location: 19th & South Sts., Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania

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