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This Day in Wells Fargo HistoryDecember 22, 1856

Wells Fargo messenger Mr. Hedge left Sacramento with an important delivery for customers in Marysville. When he arrived at the Yuba River, he found the local ferryman asleep. Instead of waiting, he swam across the river and made the delivery on time.
Illustration of city scene titled View of D Street, Marysville. Shows buildings lining either side of wide unpaved street, with wagons, cattle, horses and people in the street.

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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