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This Day in Wells Fargo HistoryJuly 5, 1913

Wells Fargo began building a fleet of motor trucks to accelerate efficient customer service. Trucks could carry more express packages and deliver them greater distances faster and at less cost than the company’s traditional horse-drawn wagons.

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Magazine cover, vertical orientation. Title at top reads Wells Fargo Messenger, subtitle below reads Efficiency Number. July 1913 date at bottom center. A black and white photo of an early canvas-topped truck in profile is cover photo in center.

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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