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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 HistoryApril 28, 1916

As part of its nationwide express business, Wells Fargo helped small business owners and farmers market their products. In 1916, the company sponsored California Raisin Days, a promotion advertised by colorful banners on its express wagons.

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Color advertising poster showing girl in white dress and red bonnet and basket standing in agricultural field. She holds a basket, loaves of bread, and bunches of raisin grapes. Text reads California Raisin Days April 28th and 29th. Ship by Wells Fargo. Red and blue diamond shaped sign reading Wells Fargo & Co Express in lower right.

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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