Bucknell, Richard E. 1891 -

RIMA, BUCKNELL

Posted By: Bill Waters (email)
Date: 4/18/2014 at 17:12:58

Although Richard E. Bucknell is but twenty-one years of age he occupies the important position of assistant cashier of the Citizens Savings Bank. A native son of Decorah, Iowa, he was born October 5, 1891, his parents being Richard and Rose (Rima) Bucknell, natives of Iowa. The father conducts a prosperous barber shop in Decorah, having come to this city at an early day, since which time he has been identified with its business interests.

Richard E. Bucknell attended the public schools of Decorah in the acquirement of his education and he complemented his course by attending Valder Business College, from which he was graduated with the class of 1908. Launching out upon his business career he accepted a position of stenographer with the Citizens Savings Bank, which he held for a year and a half. He then was promoted to bookkeeper, serving in that capacity until January 1, 1913, when he became assistant cashier, his ability and conscientious work being greatly appreciated by his superior officers.

Mr. Bucknell makes his home with his parents on West Water Street, where the family home has been located for many years. Fraternally he is a member of the Modern Woodmen of America and the Elks. Upon attaining his majority he affiliated with the Republican Party, being most attracted to that organization which is dominated by Lincoln's spirit. Capable, earnest and conscientious in the performance of his duties, it may safely be prophesied for Mr. Bucknell that a successful career will follow his auspicious beginning in the business world.

Source: History of Winneshiek County, Iowa Vol. II Chicago the S. J. Clark publishing Company 1913