Mrs. Janie R. Toomer
Mrs. Janie R. Toomer was an industrious, thrifty, woman of enduring and unwavering faith in God. She loved her family, friends and community, and was especially proud to be a member of the historic First Bryan Baptist Church. When I first met her, I was 24 years old, she was in her early forties, and her daughter LaVonne was just … Continue reading “Mrs. Janie R. Toomer”
John Benjamin Clemmons, Sr.
John B. Clemmons was elected a Director of Carver State Bank in 1960, and actively served for 52 years. He was Chairman of the Board of Directors from 1990 until he retired due to his declining health in April 2012. It was my pleasure to work with Mr. Clemmons for about 41 years. We were tied together in several ways. … Continue reading “John Benjamin Clemmons, Sr.”
Editor’s Note: A Salute to Carver State Bank
With this edition, The Savannah Tribune pays tribute to Carver State Bank. Founded February 23, 1927, Carver is an 85-year-old African-American-owned bank that continues to prosper in spite of tremendous obstacles that have plagued minority-owned banks and other businesses throughout the years. Carver is one of only 28 African- American-owned banks in America. The Savannah Tribune is noted for its … Continue reading “Editor’s Note: A Salute to Carver State Bank”
The History of Carver State Bank
Carver State Bank was established on February 23, 1927, and was then known as the Georgia Savings and Realty Corporation. The original corporation served as a private bank as well as a real estate investment and management company for its founder, Louis B. Toomer, his friends and many of his contemporaries in Savannah. Carver was first located at 505 West … Continue reading “The History of Carver State Bank”
Carver State Bank 85th Anniversary Reception
On Saturday, February 11, 2012, Carver State Bank held a reception in the ballroom of the Savannah Civic Center to kick off its 85th Anniversary celebration. Chartered February 23, 1927, Carver State Bank is the oldest bank headquartered in Savannah. Attorney Robert E. James, II served as master of ceremony for the event, and the special guest and speaker for … Continue reading “Carver State Bank 85th Anniversary Reception”
Health Restoration 101
Not a day passes that someone does not ask about a way to detoxify the body. Today, we live in an environment that is totally toxic, our foods are contaminated and even the air we breathe and the water we drink, contain many known and unknown toxic chemicals. Also, we bring home many toxins unknowingly, think about some of the … Continue reading “Health Restoration 101”
Miss GA South Pageant Accepting Applications
Applications are currently being accepted for the 2013 Miss GA South Pageant. The pageant is open to girls ages 0-26 years old who live, work, or attend school anywhere in Georgia. The Miss GA South Pageant will be held in Adel, Georgia on July 21,2012. Age groups are Baby (0-23 months), Teeny (2-3 yrs), Tiny (4-6 yrs). Little (7-9 yrs), … Continue reading “Miss GA South Pageant Accepting Applications”
Savannah State University Earns SACS Reaffirmation
Savannah State University President Cheryl D. Dozier today announced the university has received notice of its accreditation reaffirmation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. The decision, made public June 21 by the SACSCOC at the end of its annual meeting, removes Savannah State University’s warning status, which was issued last December for a single compliance … Continue reading “Savannah State University Earns SACS Reaffirmation”
AMA Foundation Awards Research Grants to Study Professional Issues of Women in Medicine
The AMA Foundation and the AMA Women Physicians Congress are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2012 Joan F. Giambalvo Scholarship research grants. These research scholarships of up to $10,000 are awarded to advance the progress of women in the medical profession and strengthen the ability to identify and address the needs of women physicians and medical students through … Continue reading “AMA Foundation Awards Research Grants to Study Professional Issues of Women in Medicine”