Whether you are a guitarist, songwriter or musician, you are probably familiar with the works of George Cummings. This talented musician is based in Nashville, Tennessee and Bayonne, New Jersey.
Birthplace
During the 1950s, George Cummings enjoyed playing football and baseball. He also had a passion for fishing. During his life, he was involved in many community organizations. Among those, he served as President of the Winnsboro Economic Development Foundation. He also was President of the Winnsboro/Franklin Parish Chamber of Commerce.
George Cummings is a musician, guitarist, and singer-songwriter. He has recorded a solo CD and joined the Flares in Lebanon, Tennessee. He has also appeared on the Florida City soundtrack, which was produced by Ken Hatley. Cummings has two grandchildren.
George was born in Meridian, Mississippi. He lived in Niagara, New York for a while. In 1968, he moved to New Jersey. He also had a home in Tallulah, Louisiana. He had four rooms. He and his wife Shirley fell in love six months after they met. Throughout their marriage, George and Shirley made a special effort to keep their home welcoming and a source of comfort for their children and grandchildren.
Early life
During his early life, George Cummings had many interests. He embraced the arts and played guitar and football. He was also active in many community organizations. He was a board member at Progressive Bank and the Winnsboro Economic Development Foundation. He also taught industrial technology for twenty-five years in the Detroit Lakes School System. He also served as President of the Winnsboro/Franklin Parish Chamber of Commerce.
In 1916, Cummings studied modern poetry at Harvard University. In 1918, he joined the United States Army. He was assigned to the Battleship New York. He was honorably discharged in January 1946. He then served in Hawaii and Germany. He participated in the Iwo Jima Campaign.
After his military career, he worked for Bethlehem Steel in Michigan. He also served in various capacities at Southern National Bank in Tallulah, Louisiana. He married Shirley in 1953. They raised three children. Besides being a family man, George Cummings also loved antiques, small sports cars, and playing guitar. He was also active in his church, St. Matthews Catholic Church. He also participated in the Knights of Columbus.
Career in banking
Having been a part of the banking industry for a number of years, I have had the opportunity to work with many top-notch professionals. One of these individuals is George Cummings III. As the CEO of Progressive Bank, George has been instrumental in guiding the organization to new heights. His knowledge of the financial industry has been second to none. His attention to detail has helped the company to grow from a small regional bank into a national institution with over $560 million in assets and nearly 3,500 employees.
A large part of his success is attributed to his ability to build and manage a team of highly trained bankers, both in person and online. The company also boasts an exemplary record in compliance with federal banking regulations. A major accomplishment has been the establishment of a national online banking system.
Family life
During his life, George Cummings enjoyed a variety of hobbies, including fishing, making furniture, and playing golf. He also devoted time to his local community. He was active in various community organizations, including the Boy Scouts of America and the Winnsboro/Franklin Parish Chamber of Commerce. In the spring of 2004, Cummings joined original Flares members Jim Pasquale and Norman Lowell in Lebanon, Tennessee.
Aside from his time in the Navy, Cummings also worked with singer songwriters Scotty Cothran and Harold Hutchcraft. He also worked with Nashville musicians Jack Bond and Forest Borders. He also served as president of the Winnsboro/Franklin parish Chamber of Commerce and President of the Winnsboro Economic Development Foundation. He was also the proud owner of a H & R Block franchise in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota.
After Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show
During the 1970s, Dr. Hook and the Medicine Show was a group that enjoyed some success. The band consisted of members who had been in a Southern trio called the Chocolate Papers. Their music was largely country, but they also played some rock and disco.
Initially, the band played at rough bars in the Union City area. They were encouraged by musician Ron Haffkine, who was a musical director for a film called Who Is Harry Kellerman? They recorded demos and sought a more hospitable environment. They were unable to meet the high expectations generated by Sloppy Seconds.
After a short hiatus, Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show released the self-titled debut album in 1971. It was a hit in the United Kingdom, where it went to number 14 and stayed in the top 25 for four weeks. They also recorded several songs written by Shel Silverstein.