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Anti-Christmas tree bank has change of heart after uproar
By: Bill O'ReillyDecember 6, 2010
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Fort Worth Examiner: JP Morgan Chase quickly became known as the scrooge of the banking industry when it ordered a Christmas tree removed from the lobby of the Chase bank in Southlake, TX -- but it appears that someone in corporate has had a change of heart regarding the removal of this holiday icon.

The Christmas tree was a gift from local businessman Antonio Morales because, as he told CBS 11 news: "I want the bank that I bank at to always have a beautiful tree."

After corporate caught wind of the structure, and claimed people found the Christmas tree to be offensive, instructions were to take it down - and Mr. Morales complied.

Dallas-Fort Worth radio station KRLD 1080 AM released a recorded statement from Mr. Greg Hassell, spokesperson for JPMorgan Chase, who initially said: "We appreciate the thoughtful gesture from Mr. Morales, but unfortunately we're unable to keep that 9 foot tree on display for the remainder of the season."

Approximately two days later Mr. Hassell delivered a very different message.

"We have a policy of not accepting gifts from customers, but we are applying common sense here and putting the tree back up at our own expense. We are thankful for Mr. Morales' nice gesture."
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