IN the good old days, your local bankers knew you.

He then questioned local bankers about their services to them.

It was converted by a local banker in the mid-19th century.

Local bankers extended credit only when it had a full order book.

After talking with local bankers, the state agreed to pay the maximum 5 percent rate allowed by law.

He was aided by a local banker, who became a partner.

Local bankers say it has suffered large losses in the last two years.

Three of the nine members are always local bankers, and the rest are community leaders.

One local banker says complying with regulations will cost his bank $500,000 per year.

Sometimes it is a straightforward matter of getting local bankers or small businessmen to call their Congressman.