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This Day in Wells Fargo HistoryMay 30, 1866

Wells Fargo presented this fine Henry Rifle to California lawman Stephen Venard. An engraved silver plaque on the stock depicts a scene in which Venard shot and killed three outlaws who held up a stage. Photo credit: Rob Prideaux

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Rifle shown in profile, pointing right. Has silver plated barrel and dark polished wood stock. There is an oval shaped engraved silver plaque on stock. Image is color.

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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