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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 HistoryJuly 8, 1885

Lizzie McKenzie lived in Columbia, California, but needed to deposit $100 at a bank in San Francisco. She commissioned Wells Fargo’s Columbia agent to send the funds, along with her bank book to record her deposit. All was taken care of the next day.
Bright yellow envelope printed with word Commission and featuring vignette art of train in motion. Handwritten instructions request attention from San Francisco office land instructions for shipping money and bank book from Columbia to San Francisco at request of customer Lizzie McKenzie. Stamped date left margin July 8, 1885. Handwritten note at bottom notes word filled, confirming completion of transaction.

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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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