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Wells, David Ames 1828-1898

Archival location guide — where this economist’s surviving papers are held, their notable correspondents, and key published sources.

Portrait of Wells, David Ames 1828-1898

Born 1828 · died 1898

David Ames Wells was an American engineer, textbook author, economist and advocate of low tariffs.

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Where the papers are held

The surviving papers of Wells, David Ames 1828-1898 are held at New York Public Library Main Branch.

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Cite this entry

Wells, David Ames 1828-1898. “Archival papers.” Economists’ Papers, https://www.economistspapers.org.uk/wells-david-ames-1828-1898/ (accessed 19 Jun 2026).