Built by businessman Jeff Clay in 1899 as a financial institution, this building serves as an excellent example of the simplistic design of many early 19th century buildings.
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Hello, I am a great-great granddaughter of businessman Jeff Clay of Bessemer, AL, whose name appears on the historical Citizens Bank, 2023 2nd Avenue North, Bessemer, Alabama. (Exact inscription reads Jeff Clay & Sons.) Sadly, I never knew my great-great grandfather, but knew and loved my great grandmother Pearl very well, youngest daughter of Jeff and Catherine Clay, until the time of her death in 1968 or 1969. I have family photographs of Jeff's family as well as a photo of his massive Victorian home, Four Oaks, in Bessemer. Years ago, my grandmother and I visited The Bessemer Museum of History in the old Train Depot with my elderly grandmother. While there, we saw photographs of Jeff and his sons in downtown Bessemer and read newspaper articles about him and his home. Currently, I'm 63 years old. I'm interested in any historical information or pics you may have about Jeff Clay. You may notify me. Thank you!!
Hello GBW26, I'm thrilled to read your comment since I've been searching for information about Colonel Jeff Clay III for decades. My father worked as an interpreter for Col. Clay and his family in Tokyo right after WWII. He always spoke fondly about Col. Clay, so I've made more than a few attempts to learn about him since I first came to the U.S. in 1994. Yesterday I had a breakthrough which led me to this website. Based on my limited research, you might be related to Col. Clay. If so, would it be possible for us to connect somehow? Really hope I don't sound odd or rude, but it would be ultra wonderful if I finally get to learn about Col. Clay and his family.
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