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Innovation. It’s in our blood. It’s the enduring thread that runs through our history and continues to move us forward. As long as there are customers to be helped, we’ll keep at it. And keep sharing our stories here. Welcome.

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This Day in Wells Fargo HistoryMarch 5, 1911

Horses on snowshoes pulled this stage sled in wintertime between Marysville and La Porte, California. Mike Bustillos drove and Tom Neil handled the mail, according to this photo taken in March 1911.
A sled in snow being pulled by four horses wearing flat snowshoes attached to each hoof. Six men and two women stand on sled. Three more men stand to right, one with snow shovel. Buildings in background have snow piled up to roof. Black and white photo.

A partnership born to solve challenges

Throughout their lives, Henry Wells and William G. Fargo, the founders of Wells, Fargo & Co., were known for their innovation and dedication to customers.

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