A Decade of Growth: Emporia and ESB in the 1910s
02/26/2026
The 1910s were a decade of transformation for both Emporia and ESB. As the city's population grew and the world faced the challenges of World War I, ESB expanded right alongside the community. From a $30,000 remodel in 1913 to promoting Liberty Bonds and introducing safe deposit boxes, the bank remained a steady presence during a time of rapid change. Even then, the focus was the same as it is today - helping families save, plan, and build for the future.
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