Songbook, Christmas Carols, Rochester Savings Bank, Christmas Club Corp., Large Santa Face, New York, Vintage 1950s–1960s

The bank opened in 1831. The savings club was a holiday tradition. This little book was the thank-you.

Rochester Savings Bank — a New York institution remembered for its stunning 1927 beaux-arts building, now on the National Register of Historic Places — distributed these small carol books to customers who opened Christmas Savings Club accounts. Published by Christmas Club a Corporation of New York, this one features a large, cheerful Santa face on the cover and contains 10 classic carols. Near new old stock condition, with vibrant colors and only the faintest trace of staple rust. Three available.

A perfect stocking stuffer for the vintage ephemera collector, the banking history enthusiast, or anyone who loves small, perfect holiday things.

• Title: Christmas Carols
• Music & Lyrics: Various traditional carols
• Copyright: Christmas Club a Corporation, NY
• Era: 1950s–1960s (estimated)
• Promotional Sponsor: Rochester Savings Bank, Rochester, NY (1831–1983)
• Format: Softcover, 10 songs
• Dimensions: Approx. 4 × 6 inches
• Condition: Near NOS. Very good vintage. No tears, no folded pages, no writing. Very light staple rust. Colors remain vibrant. All imperfections photographed.