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Deliveries and collections taking place at Wells Fargo depot, New York, USA, 1875
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Deliveries and collections taking place at Wells Fargo depot, New York, USA, 1875
Deliveries and collections taking place at Wells Fargo depot, New York, USA, 1875. Wells Fargo & Co was founded in 1852 by Henry Wells (1805-1878) and William George Fargo (1818-1881). Initially the companys business lay in the transport of gold from the west to the east coast of the US after the Californian Gold Rush, but Wells Fargo also moved into banking and developed a stagecoach network which held a virtual monopoly of business in the West by 1866. From Harpers New Monthly Magazine. (New York, 1875)
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This print captures the bustling scene at the Wells Fargo depot in New York City, USA, in 1875. The image showcases a pivotal moment in American history when Wells Fargo & Co was at its prime. Founded by Henry Wells and William George Fargo, this renowned company initially focused on transporting gold from the west to the east coast after the Californian Gold Rush. In this snapshot of time, we witness deliveries and collections taking place with great efficiency. A horse-drawn stagecoach dominates the foreground as it navigates through a busy street filled with men hard at work. The wooden crates stacked high on the coach symbolize an era when physical transportation played a vital role in business operations. The presence of telegraph poles hints at technological advancements that were beginning to shape communication networks across America during this period. This image serves as a reminder of how far we have come since then. With its monochrome aesthetic, this photograph exudes nostalgia for a bygone era while also highlighting the industrious spirit that defined 19th-century America. It offers us a glimpse into daily life in New York City during this time - where horses still ruled the roads and stagecoaches were essential for delivering goods and mail. As we admire this historical print from Heritage Images, let us appreciate how companies like Wells Fargo paved the way for modern transportation systems and banking services that continue to shape our lives today.
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