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Lot #180
William Fargo

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Businessman (1818–1881) who cofounded the famous express firm Wells, Fargo & Co., served as president of American Express, and later directed the New York Central and Northern Pacific Railways. DS, signed “Wm. G. Fargo,” one page both sides, 11.5 x 7.5, American Express Company letterhead, February 3, 1881. Certificate for fifty shares of stock in the American Express Company issued to Slocum Howland, signed at the bottom by Fargo as company president. In fine condition, with expected stamps and cancellation holes. R&R COA.

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  • Dates: #321 - Ended May 16, 2007