William Fargo | |
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27th Mayor of Buffalo | |
In office 1862–1866 | |
Preceded by | Franklin A. Alberger |
Succeeded by | Chandler J. Wells |
Personal details | |
Born | William George Fargo May 20, 1818 Pompey, New York, U.S. |
Died | August 3, 1881 Buffalo, New York, U.S. | (aged 63)
Resting place | Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo, New York |
Political party | Democratic |
Spouse | Anna Hurd Williams |
Relations | J. C. Fargo (brother) |
Children | 8 |
Occupation | Expressman, banker, politician |
Known for | Co-founder of American Express Company and Wells Fargo |
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William George Fargo (May 20, 1818 – August 3, 1881) was an American businessman and politician.