Records of Wells, Fargo & Company, 1839-1911 (bulk 1883-1906).

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Records of Wells, Fargo & Company, 1839-1911 (bulk 1883-1906).

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/122443663

The collection consists mainly of letters to and from Hosmer Benjamin Parsons, who joined the company in 1867 and held the positions of cashier, assistant secretary, vice-president, and president of its bank in New York. The papers deal with company business (shipments, rates & routes) and the company's relationships with railroad lines and competing express firms. Some of the papers relate to the personal business affairs of Hosmer B. Parsons, including his investments in Mexico.

2,254 pieces.35 boxes.11 volumes.

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