Lancey, Jr,. Samuel F.

Daguerreotypes, , , , , , , , ,

1848-1849       Lemist’s Building, Roxbury, Massachusetts.

1850                85 Main Street, Charlestown, Massachusetts.

1850-1852       82 Washington Street, Roxbury, Massachusetts.

1853-1854       79 Washington Street, Roxbury, Massachusetts.

1856                107½ Washington Street, Roxbury, Massachusetts.

1848 October 21.  The Roxbury Gazette.  (Roxbury, Massachusetts.)  October 21, 1848, Vol. 10, No. 43, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Rooms.  The subscribers would respectfully inform the citizens of Roxbury and vicinity, that they are fitting up rooms, with an extensive top-light, in Lemist’s block, Washington street, over Dr. C. M. Webber’s dentistry rooms, where they intend to remain and execute Likenesses, equal if not superior to those of any other establishment in the country.

Advertisement ran from October 21 to November 25, 1848.

1848 November 25.  The Roxbury Gazette.  (Roxbury, Massachusetts.)  November 25, 1848, Vol. 10, No. 49, P. 1.

Perfect Daguerreotype Miniatures Taken For One Dollar.  A New and vastly improved system of taking Likenesses has recently been discovered and introduced by those enterprising and well deserving artists,  Lancey & Co., who have recently fitted up a spacious apartment over Dr. Webber’s Dentistry Rooms in Lemist’s Block of this city, on Washington street, and which apartment has been so constructed as to give the full advantages of a strong and vivid North light, which has been one of the leading faults that all other artists have labored under in not obtaining Likenesses that would give satisfaction.  The great advantages derived from this discovery is in throwing an equal distribution of light over the whole features of the face, while it imparts a most accurate picture resembling almost life in reality.  Numerous specimens exhibited at their rooms will fully substantiate the above statement.  T.D.

1848 December 9.  The Roxbury Gazette.  (Roxbury, Massachusetts.)  December 9, 1848, Vol. 10, No. 50, P. 2.

$1.00!  Daguerrian Gallery, Lemist’s Building, Washington Street, Over Webber’s Office.  The subscriber would respectfully inform the ladies and gentlemen of Roxbury and vicinity that they have fitted up Rooms, at a great expense, with an extensive Top-Light, for the express purpose of taking Daguerreotype Miniatures, that will give a more life-like expression to the picture—making the eyes perfect, and avoiding the dark shade on one side of the face, which cannot be avoided by those who take pictures by side-light.  No one should have a likeness taken by a side- light, when it can be done so much more perfect by a top light, at the extreme low price of One Dollar, including a Case, thus placing within the means of all a beautiful and correctlikeness of themselves, children, or friends.

Likenesses executed in any weather, with or without colors, single or in groups, and neatly set in frames, cases, lockets, bracelets, pins, and rings.

Copies taken of portraits, engravings, daguerreotypes, statuary, &c.

Deceased persons visited, and their likenesses taken , on reasonable terms.

The public are invited to examine for themselves, being assured that all the productions of this establishment will be executed in the highest perfection of the art.  A call will satisfy any one that, as regards good light and true likenesses, they are surpassed by no other establishment in the United States.  Newly discovered chemicals are used, which give a beautiful and rich tone to the picture, combining softness of texture with light and shade, and producing a Beautiful Likeness.

They also give a body or substance to the picture, making it stand in bold relief from the back-ground.  Black is delineated in its true texture, and White also.  None but the most costly materials are used, and all pictures taken by them are Warranted never to fade.

Likenesses taken at the extremely low price of One Dollar.

Instruction given and apparatus furnished.

Perfect satisfaction guaranteed, in all cases, or no charge.

Persons from a distance can have their miniatures taken, and put in cases, in fifteen minutes. 

A large assortment of Frames and Lockets on hand, and for sale at the lowest prices.  Lancey & Co.

Advertisement ran from December 9, 1848 to March 17, 1849.

1849 June 23.  The Roxbury Gazette.  (Roxbury, Massachusetts.)  June 23, 1849, Vol. 10, No. 26, P. 3.

Lancey & Co.’s Daguerrean Gallery, With an extensive top-light, is permanently established at No. 82 Washington street, Roxbury, In Lemist’s Building, over Dr. Webber’s Dentistry Rooms.  Particular attention paid in taking likenesses of small children, from nine in the morning until two in the afternoon.  Likenesses of large children and adults taken, without regard to the weather, from eight in the morning until six in the afternoon, in a style superior to that of any other establishment in the United States, at moderate prices, and warranted never to fade.  The public is respectfully invited to call and examine specimens.   

Advertisement was recorded between June 23 to 17, 1849.

1849 October 27.  The Roxbury Gazette.  (Roxbury, Massachusetts.)  October 27, 1849, Vol. 10, No. 44, P. 2.

Dissolution of Copartnership.  The copartnership heretofore existing under the firm of Lancey & Co., Daguerreotype Artists, Washington street, Roxbury, was by mutual consent dissolved on the 1st of April last.  Mr. Starkweather will continue the business at his new Saloon, recently opened by him at Bacon’s Block, Washington street, where with a new and beautiful Top Light, arranged by himself he is ready to compete with any other artist in New England for life-like Miniatures.

Advertisement ran from October 27 to November 24, 1849.

1849 October 20.  Norfolk County Journal.  (Roxbury, Massachusetts.)  October 20, 1849,  P. 3. 

Look Here!  Miniatures taken for 75 Cents!  Including a Morocco Case, at Lancy & Co’s Daguerrian Gallery, in Lemist’s Building, over Dr. Webber’s Dentistry Rooms, Roxbury, and Warranted Not To Change.

Advertisement ran from October 20 to November 3, 1849.

1849 November 3.  Norfolk County Journal.  (Roxbury, Massachusetts.)  November 3, 1849, P. 3. 

Dissolution of Copartnership.  The copartnership heretofore existing under the firm of Lancey & Co., Daguerreotype Artists, Washington street, Roxbury, was by mutual consent dissolved on the 1st of April last.  Mr. Starkweather will continue the business at his new Saloon, recently opened by him at Bacon’s Block, Washington street, where with a new and beautiful Top Light, arranged by himself he is ready to compete with any other artist in New England for life-like Miniatures.

Miniatures taken at as Low Prices as at any other establishment.

Advertisement ran from November 3, 1849 to January 12, 1850.

1849 November 3.  The Roxbury Gazette.  (Roxbury, Massachusetts.)  November 3, 1849, Vol. 10, No. 45, P. 2.

Roxbury Daguerrian Gallery Notice.  Messrs Lancey & Co., would respectfully inform the citizens of Roxbury and vicinity, that they still continue at the Old Stand, in Lemist Building, over Drs. C. and I Webber’s Dentistry Rooms, No. 82 Washington street, Roxbury, where they take Daguerreotype Miniatures as heretofore, in a superior style, unsurpassed by any other establishment in the United States, having extra facilities, with one of the best sky-lights in the country; they are enabled to take Daguerreotype Miniatures as low as 75 cents, including a neat morocco case.  Statuary, Paintings, Daguerreotypes, &c., copied.  Also, sick and deceased persons visited, and their Miniatures taken on liberal terms.

L. & Co., at considerable expense, have obtained the exclusive right for the county of Norfolk, of using a new process in taking Miniatures, to prevent them ever fading.  Please call and examine specimens.

N. B.—J. B. Starkweather, formerly a member of Lancey & Co., having sold out all his right and interest, in May last, has no farther connection whatever in said Co. 

Advertisement ran from November 3, 1849 to January 26, 1850.

1849 November 10.  Norfolk County Journal.  (Roxbury, Massachusetts.)  November 10, 1849,  P. 3.

Roxbury Daguerrian Gallery Notice.  Messrs Lancey & Co., would respectfully inform the citizens of Roxbury and vicinity, that they still continue at the Old Stand, in Lemist Building, over Drs. C. and I. Webber’s Dentistry Rooms, No. 82 Washington street, Roxbury, where they take Daguerreotype Miniatures as heretofore, in a superior style, unsurpassed by any other establishment in the United States, having extra facilities, with one of the best sky-lights in the country; they are enabled to take Daguerreotype Miniatures as low as 75 cents, including a neat morocco case.  Statuary, Paintings, Daguerreotypes, &c., copied.  Also, sick and deceased persons visited, and their Miniatures taken on liberal terms.

L. & Co., at considerable expense, have obtained the exclusive right for the county of Norfolk, of using a new process in taking Miniatures, to prevent them ever fading.  Please call and examine specimens.

N. B.—J. B. Starkweather, formerly a member of Lancey & Co., having sold out all his right and interest, in May last, has no farther connection whatever in said Co. 

Advertisement ran from November 10, 1849 to April 6, 1850.

1850 March 2.  Norfolk County Journal.  (Roxbury, Massachusetts.)  March 2, 1850, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—Those who desire to have good Daguerreotypes taken, would do well to call on Messrs Lancey & Co, over Lemist and Kellogg’s Dry Goods Store.

1850 April 27.  Norfolk County Journal.  (Roxbury, Massachusetts.)  April 27, 1850, n. p. 

Roxbury Daguerrian Gallery At The Old Stand, In Lemist Building, 82 Washington St., Corner of Felton Place, Over Lemist and Kellogg’s Dry Goods Store.

Miniatures, single or in groups, taken in the best manner, without regard to weather, and warranted not to fade.  An idea has prevailed that, in time, pictures would fade, but this erroneous impression has been entirely removed by many eminent chemists, who give it as their opinion that a Daguerreotype Picture, coated with a solution of gold, will stand any length of time; and no respectable operator will send out a picture without this gilding.

Ladies are recommended to dress in figured or dark material, avoiding white or light blue.  Gentlemen, a black or figured vest, also figured scarf or cravat, so that the shirt bosom will not be too much exposed.  Children, plain and stripped, or figured dresses, avoiding white or light blue; red will take like a dark dress.  Children taken from 9, A. M., to 2, P. M.; others from 8, A. M. till 6, P. M., without regard to weather.  Lancey & Co.

N.B…Messrs. Lancey & Co. Having fitted up an extensive Daguerrian Establishment in the City of Charlestown, in connection with Mr. Jenkins, under the name of Jenkins & Co., and engaged the valuable services of Mr. Lougee to superintend the operating department, would recommend the citizens of Charlestown and vicinity if they wish to get an excellent Daguerreotype Likeness of themselves and friends, to give Mr. L. a call at the Daguerrian Gallery, 85 Main st., Charlestown.                                                                       

Advertisement ran from April 27 to June 29, 1850.

1850 April 4.  Boston Daily Times.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  April 4, 1850, Vol. XXVII, No. 4584, P. 2.

Copartnership Notice—The subscribers have formed a Copartnership under the firm of Jenkins & Co., for the purpose of carrying on the Daguerreotype business in all its branches, in the city of Charlestown, where they have fitted up rooms at great expense, with an extensive top light.  Rooms 85 Main street, over Drs. Rogers & Carter’s Dentistry Rooms.  S. F. Lancy, Jr., Osmore Jenkins.  March 25, 1850

Advertisement was recorded from April 4 to 6, 1850.

1850 June 24.  The Boston Daily Mail.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  June 24, 1850, Vol. X, No. 150, P. 3.

Dissolution Of Copartnership.  The copartnership existing under the firm name of O. Jenkins & Co., Daguerreotypist, of Charlestown, is this day dissolved.  All demands due by the firm will be settled by Mr. Jenkins, who will continue the business at the old stand.  Osmore Jenkins, S. F. Lancey, Jr.

Advertisement ran from June 24 to 26, 1850.

1850 June 29.  Norfolk County Journal.  (Roxbury, Massachusetts.)  June 29, 1850, P. 3.  

Price Reduced.  Miniatures taken Lower than at any other Establishment and warranted not to fade. 

Roxbury Daguerrian Gallery At The Old Stand, In Lemist Building, 82 Washington St., Corner of Felton Place, Over Lemist and Kellogg’s Dry Goods Store.

Miniatures, single or in groups, taken in the best manner, without regard to weather, and warranted not to fade.  An idea has prevailed that, in time, pictures would fade, but this erroneous impression has been entirely removed by many eminent chemists, who give it as their opinion that a Daguerreotype Picture, coated with a solution of gold, will stand any length of time; and no respectable operator will send out a picture without this gilding.

Ladies are recommended to dress in figured or dark material, avoiding white or light blue.  Gentlemen, a black or figured vest, also figured scarf or cravat, so that the shirt bosom will not be too much exposed.  Children, plain and stripped, or figured dresses, avoiding white or light blue; red will take like a dark dress.  Children taken from 9, A. M., to 2, P. M.; others from 8, A. M. till 6, P. M., without regard to weather.  Lancey & Co.

N.B…Messrs. Lancey & Co. Having fitted up an extensive Daguerrian Establishment in the City of Charlestown, in connection with Mr. Jenkins, under the name of Jenkins & Co., and engaged the valuable services of Mr. Lougee to superintend the operating department, would recommend the citizens of Charlestown and vicinity if they wish to get an excellent Daguerreotype Likeness of themselves and friends, to give Mr. L. a call at the Daguerrian Gallery, 85 Main st., Charlestown.            April 27th, 1850

Advertisement ran from June 29 to November 9, 1850.

1850 September.  Massachusetts Charitable Mechanic Association.

Exhibited daguerreotypes at the sixth exhibition of the Massachusetts Charitable Mechanic Association Fair.  No award was given.

1850 October 19.  Norfolk County Journal.  (Roxbury, Massachusetts.)  October 19, 1850, n. p.

Dissolution of Copartnership.  The Copartnership heretofore existing between Webber & Lancey, is this day dissolved by mutual consent.  The business of the late firm will be settled by Cushing Webber.  C. Webber, S. F. Lancey, Jr. Roxbury, Oct. 2d, 1850.

1852 April 24.  Norfolk County Journal.  (Roxbury, Massachusetts.)  April 24, 1852, P. 2.

Among the improvement’s of Bacon’s Block, we have further to add the splendid Daguerrian Rooms of Mr. Lancey, removed from 82 Washington St.  His rooms are furnished in an elegant and luxurious manner, and embellished with the fairest specimens of the daguerreian art to be found any where.  The establishment is furnished with a large sky-light, enabling him to take likenesses in groups in a much superior manner to those who use side-lights, as it shades equally all parts of the room, and therefore gives a more life-like appearance.  We trust our readers, after perusing his advertisement, will look into his rooms, see what can be done here in Roxbury, and then, when the occasion presents, make up their minds as to the bestowment of their patronage.

1852 April 24.  Norfolk County Journal.  (Roxbury, Massachusetts.)  April 24, 1852, P. 3. 

Removal….To….Daguerreotype Establishment….In….Bacon’s Block, 79 Washington Street, Roxbury.

The subscriber would respectfully inform the inhabitants of Roxbury and vicinity, that he has recently purchased the well known Daguerrian Saloon, with all its fixtures, apparatus, &c., &c., in Bacon’s Block, and removed his to the same.  Having fitted up the rooms at great expense, for convenience, &c. He will continue the Daguerreotype business in all its branches.  Said Saloon has a large Sky Light, which gives the most perfect counterfeit of the subject—

Clearness And Brilliancy, with Relief and Life-like appearance in the Likeness.

He would further state, that he has engaged the services of Mr. Hall, a practical operator, and can warrant Likenesses as perfect as any taken at any other establishment in the country;—also, that his Chemicals, Gildings, &c. Are manufactured by himself alone, and in them he has made a decided improvement, which is highly pleasing both to the operator and the subject.  By the means of his new, beautiful and accelerating Chemical agent, Miniatures from the veriest Child, as well as the grey-haired Father, will be executed in the very short space of from three to fifteen seconds, bearing any tone, from a deep rich Shade to the Freshness Of Life! As taste or fancy may direct.

Ladies and gentlemen are invited to call and judge for themselves.

At his establishment Miniatures will be executed in the highest perfection of the art, single or in groups, with or without color, and well set in frames, cases, pins, rings, lockets, &c., and no person will be expected to take them, unless perfectly satisfied.

Sick and deceased person’s Likenesses taken at their residences, at short notice and on reasonable terms.  S. F. Lancey, Jr.                             

Advertisement ran from April 24 to December 4, 1852.

1852 October 1.  The Assistant.  (Roxbury, Massachusetts.)  October 1, 1852, Vol. 2, No. 20, P. 4.

Removal to the Daguerreotype Establishment In Bacon’s Block, 79 Washington Street, Roxbury.

The subscriber would respectfully inform the inhabitants of Roxbury and vicinity, that he has recently purchased the well known Daguerrian Saloon, with all its fixtures, apparatus, &c., &c., in Bacon’s Block, and removed his to the same.  Having fitted up the rooms at great expense, for convenience, &c. He will continue the Daguerreotype business in all its branches.  S. F. Lancey, Jr.

1853 May 7.  Norfolk County Journal.  (Roxbury, Massachusetts.)  May 7, 1853, P. 4. 

Roxbury Daguerreian Rooms, Bacon’s Block, 79 Washington Street.  The subscriber, grateful for the liberal patronage heretofore extended to him by the citizens of Roxbury and vicinity, would respectfully say that he will give his personal attention to the operating department for the future.  Every thing appertaining to the Daguerreian Art done at this establishment.  Terms reasonable.  Perfect satisfaction guaranteed.  Miniatures taken without regard to weather.      S. F. Lancey, Jr.  Roxbury, Jan. 5, 1853           

Advertisement was recorded between May 7 to December 31, 1853.

1853 September 15.  The Assistant.  (Roxbury, Massachusetts.)  September 15, 1853, Vol. 3, No. 13, P. 4. 

Roxbury Daguerreian Rooms, Bacon’s Block, 79 Washington Street.  The subscriber, grateful for the liberal patronage heretofore extended to him by the citizens of Roxbury and vicinity, would respectfully say that he will give his personal attention to the operating department for the future.  Every thing appertaining to the Daguerreian Art done at this establishment.  Terms reasonable.  Perfect satisfaction guarantied.  Miniatures taken without regard to weather.      S. F. Lancey, Jr.  Feb. 1.        

Lamb, Colby

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Melainotypes, Photographs, , , , , ,

1857                4 Pleasant Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts.

1858-1860       4 Pleasant Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts.[1]

1863                54 State Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts.

1864-1870       54 State Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts.1

1871-1873       51 Market Street, Lynn, Massachusetts.1

1873-1874       66 Market Street, Lynn, Massachusetts.1

1875                Address Unknown, Lynn, Massachusetts.1

1857 March 26.  Herald of Gospel Liberty.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  March 26, 1857, Vol. XLIX, No. 4, [New Series] Vol. VII, No. 4, P. 4.

Found!  A Grand Place To Get Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes, At Mr. Lamb’s New Rooms, Corner Of State & Pleasant Sts., Entrance, No. 4 Pleasant Street, Newburyport, Mass.  Mr. Lamb respectfully notifies the public that he has taken the excellent Daguerrean Rooms on the corner of State and Pleasant streets, formerly occupied by J. S. Perkins, recently by J. A. McArthur, where he is prepared to execute as good Photographic Pictures as can be produced, at the most reasonable prices.

Having secured of Mr. E. R. Perkins, (who is the sole proprietor of Cutting’s Patent for Newburyport and vicinity,) the right to take Ambrotypes under that patent, Mr. Lamb is not obliged to deceive the public with Pictures on Glass, by calling them Ambrotypes.  The Ambrotype is taken on fine Plate Glass, and firmly sealed between two glasses, as if it were embodied in one glass.  It is not exposed to the chemical action of the atmosphere, and will not fade in any climate.  It can be taken much quicker than the Daguerreotype, and is more bold, clear and beautiful.

Please call and examine specimens.  No Charge made when a good likeness is not obtained.

N. B.  Copies taken from all kinds of pictures, on short notice.  Pictures taken and inserted in Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c.  Also fine Gold Lockets, Pins, &c., on hand, for sale at the rooms.

1857 May 27.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 27, 1857, Vol. XXV, No. 278, P. 2.

Ambrotypes.  Mr. Lamb’s advertisement for taking Ambrotypes and other pictures will be found in another column.  We have examined some of his specimens and found them finely executed.  We doubt if they can be improved by many of our New England artists.  The lights and shades of these pictures are most beautifully blended, and the eyes are so clear and life-like that the execution reflects much credit on the artist.  By his large skylight he is enabled to develop every feature to life, and give a clear and well-defined outline to the whole person, which is so essential to a good picture.  Mr. L.’s artistic skill united with his gentlemanly character and accommodating spirit will not fail to secure him the liberal patronage of those who wish for a first-rate picture on the most reasonable terms.  Our citizens will not need to go to Boston for good pictures when they can get better ones at Mr. Lamb’s Rooms, corner of State and Pleasant streets.  Entrance, No. 4 Pleasant street.

1857 May 27.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 27, 1857, Vol. XXV, No. 278, P. 3.

Ambrotypes!  Ambrotype & Daguerreotype Pictures!  Executed In The Best Style, At Mr. Lamb’s New Rooms, Corner Of State And Pleasant Streets, Entrance 4 Pleasant street.  Mr. Lamb announces to the citizens of Newburyport and vicinity, that he has taken the good and commodious rooms formerly occupied by J. S. Perkins, recently by J. A. McArthur, on the corner of State and Pleasant sts., where he is prepared to furnish the public with as good Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes as can be obtained , at prices the most reasonable.  Having the advantage of a large and ample sky-light, we are enabled to obtain a clear, lively and beautiful likeness at any seasonable hour of the day; also, in Cloudy As In Fair Weather.  Children can be taken in clear weather almost instantly.—Ambrotypes and Cameotypes, are taken on fine Plate Glass, and firmly sealed between two glasses, so that neither air nor moisture can effect them.  None but the Patent Ambrotype is free from the action of the atmosphere.  Pictures taken and inserted in Frames, cases, lockets, pins, rings, &c., on short notice.  Also, on hand and for sale at the lowest prices, Fine Gold Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c.  Please call and examine our numerous specimens.  No Charge made when a good likeness is not obtained.

P. S.—Mr. Lamb makes the Real Ambrotype under the same patent with E. R. Perkins.

Advertisement ran from May 27 to October 30, 1857.

1857 June 6.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  June 6, 1857, Vol. XXV, No. 287, P. 2.

The managers and other officers of the Young Men’s Temperance Society, are requested to meet This Evening, at Mr. Lamb’s Daguerrian Rooms, at 7½ o’clock, on business of importance.

1857 September 7.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  September 7, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 56, P. 2.

Caucus.  The American Republicans of this city met on Saturday evening.  The meeting was enthusiastic for Mr. Banks.  The following gentlemen were elected delegates to the Worcester Convention:

…Colby Lamb…

A resolution expressing full confidence in Hon. N. P. Banks, was unanimously adopted.  Wm. Thurston, Chairman.  Wm. E. Crockett, Sec’y.

1857 September 12.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  September 12, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 61, P. 2.

“Ironsides” Club.  The friends of N. P. Banks, on Thursday evening, organized for the ensuing elections.  The following is their list of officers:…

Finance Committee—…Colby Lamb…

1857 October 1.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 1, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 77, P. 2.

Essex Agricultural Fair.  Wednesday.—First Day.  The Exhibition of the Essex Society commenced in this city, yesterday…

The Hall…

daguerreotypes by Colby Lamb…

1857 October 3.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 3, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 79, P. 2.

At a meeting of the mechanic Library Society, held on Monday evening last, the following officers were elected for the ensuing quarter…Vice Presidents, Colby Lamb…

1857 October 13.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 13, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 87, P. 2.

At a Republican caucus held at Ward room No. 4, City Hall, Colby Lamb was chosen chairman…

1857 October 16.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 16, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 90, P. 2.

The following is the report of the Committee appointed by the Young Men’s Temperance Association, to mature a plan for the formation of the “Band of Hope” in this city:—

…All of which is most respectfully submitted by your Committee Colby Lamb…

1857 October 31.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 31, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 103, P. 3.

Don’t forget to call at Mr. Lamb’s Rooms and get a Fine Picture for half price, only twenty-five cents.

Advertisement was recorded on October 31 and November 2, 1857.

1857 October 31.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 31, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 103, P. 3.

Cheap Enough.  All who want Good Pictures At Half Price, will call at Mr. Lamb’s, No. 4 Pleasant Street, where they can obtain Beautiful Likenesses for the small sum of Twenty-Five Cents, For a short time, only while the banks suspend specie payment.  Don’t forget the place to get Good Pictures.

Advertisement ran from October 31, 1857 to May 15, 15, 1858.

1859 February 5.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  February 5, 1859, Vol. XXVII, No. 185, P. 2.

A Fine Picture.  We have just received a very [fine] lithographic picture of Rev. D. M. Reed, late of [this] city, now of Peoria, Ill.  This picture is daguerreotyped and published by Mr. Lamb, artist of this [city], and lithographed by L. Grozelier of Boston.  It [is] a fine picture, and excellent likeness, and reflects [much] credit on the artist who got it up.  Mr. Lamb [is], about to forward a supply of them to Mr. Reed’s Society at Peoria, but will reserve a few for the accommodation of those friends who have not obtained a satisfactory picture of Mr. Reed.  Call at Mr. Lamb’s Rooms, No. 4 Pleasant street, and see them.

1859 May 2.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 2, 1859, Vol. XXVII, No. 256, P. 2.

Have You Got One?  One What?  One of those Fine Pictures that Mr. Lamb is taking at his Rooms, No. 4 Pleasant Street.  Yes, and it is the Best I ever had.  Well, he is still making them in all the varied styles of the “fine art.”  He has made some repairs on his rooms, which enable him to take them equally well in all kinds of weather, fair or foul, rain or shine, true to life.  Good Pictures inserted in Lockets, Rings, Pins, &c., at short notice.  All kinds of Pictures copied to look as well as new, and sometimes much better than the original.  Old Pictures cleaned to look quite as good as new.  Lockets repaired, and new glasses set in them.  Gold Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c., for sale at various prices.

Mr. Lamb has a few of those fine Lithographs of Rev. D. M. Reed, for sale.  Call and see them soon if you want one, for they are nearly all sold.

Advertisement ran from May 2 to July 30, 1859.

1859 September 22.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  September 22, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 74, P. 3.

Now is Your Time To get a Fine Likeness of yourself and your friends.  Having completed the repairs and additions to our rooms, at No. 4 Pleasant Street, We are now prepared to take the Best Of Pictures, in all the varied styles of the art.  We make Ambrotypes, Photographs, Daguerreotypes, Melaineotypes, [sic.] And Pictures On Leather, to remit by mail.  We copy all kinds of Pictures into sizes larger or smaller as they may be desired.  Old daguerreotypes that are fading, can be enlarged into Photographs, and colored to look as natural as life.  They can be greatly restored by cleaning, which we always do free of expense, when we copy them.  We have just obtained a new and beautiful assortment of Prints, plain and colored, which we shall cheap for Ornamental Pictures and for Grecian Paintings.—WE have also a fine lot of Mouldings on hand, and shall frame all kinds of Pictures to order, on the most reasonable terms.  We promise to do our work as Well and as Cheap as it can be done elsewhere.

Black Union Cases, and all other kinds, for sale Cheaper than they can be had of pedlars.  Gold Lockets, Pins, &c., for sale cheap.

Good Pictures inserted in Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c., at short notice.  Perfect satisfaction given or no charges made.  Please give us a call at No. 4 Pleasant Street.

Fine Lithographs of Rev. D. M. Reed for sale.  C. Lamb, Artist.

Advertisement ran from September 22, 1859 to May 14, 1860.

1860 January 17.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  January 17, 1860, Vol. XXVIII, No. 172, P. 3.

Marriages.  In this city, Jan. 15th, by Rev. W. Spaulding, Mr.[2] Colby Lamb to Miss Rebecca J. Bean. [of this city.]

1860 May 10.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 10, 1860, Vol. XXVIII, No. 260, P. 2.

Mr. Editor:  I wish to correct an impression which some might get from your editorial this morning, that Mr. McArthur was the first to introduce the French “Paysage” Camera into use in this city.  Mr. Lamb has had one of the same for nearly a year, with which he has taken many fine Photographs and Ambrotypes.  The advantage of this instrument for Paysage view is found in the use of a single compensating lens, reversed and diaphragmed so as to admit but a small amount of light.  It is a great improvement on the German Voigtlander lens for Paysage pictures, since the latter will only give clear crescent views.

1860 August 27.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  August 27, 1860, Vol. XXIX, No. 48, P. 2.

Photographs.  Mr. Lamb has fine Photograph Pictures of Rev. W. Spaulding, and other clergymen, for sale at his rooms No. 4 Pleasant Street.

Advertisement ran from August 27 to October 8, 1860.

1860 October 11.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 11, 1860, Vol. XXIX, No. 90, P. 3.

Premium Photographs.  Mr. Lamb has copies of those Premium Photographs for sale at his rooms, No. 4 Pleasant Street.

Advertisement ran from October 11 to November 10, 1860.

1860 October 31.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 31, 1860, Vol. XXIX, No. 107, P. 3.

Cheapest Of All.  Pictures including Case for 35 cts.  Also all kinds of Pictures Cheaper than they can be had at the other places, (let the price be what it will) at No. 4 Pleasant st.  C. Lamb, Artist.

Advertisement was recorded from October 31, 1860 to January 4, 1861.

1861 January 9.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  January 9, 1861, Vol. XXIX, No. 167, P. 2.

Our Stock Is The Largest;

Our Prices are the Lowest;

Our Pictures are the Best.

Ambrotypes, (including case,) for 20 cents;

Twenty fine Photographs for $3.00;

Nice Frames for 25 cents.

Also, all kinds of Pictures, Frames and Cases, cheaper than at other places, at No. 4 Pleasant Street.  C. Lamb, Artist.

Advertisement ran from January 9 to March 4, 1861.

1861 May 2.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 2, 1861, Vol. XXIX, No. 272, P. 2.

Mr. Lamb has just shown us a fine Photograph Picture of the ruins of the North Church, copies of which are for sale at his rooms.

1861 September 19.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  September 19, 1861, Vol. XXX, No. 69, P. 3.

Photograph Frames.  A Fine lot of Photograph Frames just received and for sale by Colby Lamb, 4 Pleasant street.

Advertisement was recorded from September 19, 1861 to September 11, 1862.

1862 August 22.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  August 22, 1862, Vol. XXXI, No. 44, P. 3.

Notice.  All persons indebted to the subscriber are requested to call and settle immediately; and all persons having demands will present them for settlement.  Colby Lamb, 4 Pleasant st.

Advertisement ran from August 22 to September 2, 1862.

1862 September 13.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  September 13, 1862, Vol. XXXI, No. 14, P. 3.

Deaths.  In this city, 4th inst, Edith, daughter of Colby and Rebecca Lamb, aged 3 months.

1863 February 10.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  February 10, 1863, Vol. XXXI, No. 188, P. 2.

Changes.  Mr. McArthur has sold our his ambrotype and photograph rooms to Capt. Luther Dame, and Mr. Lamb has removed to No. 54 State street—a fine location.

1863 April 25.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  April 25, 1863, Vol. XXXI, No. 251, P. 3.

New Ambrotype and Photograph Rooms.  Most respectfully I would announce to my numerous patrons, friends and the public generally, that I have opened the New And Commodious Ambrotype and Photograph Rooms, No. 54 State Street, recently occupied by Dr. Kennison (Dentist) where I shall carry on the Photograph  Business in all its various branches.  I have had these rooms fitted up to order, with one of the largest Skylights in the State, having the Blue Light which is Superior in effect to any other, in use—Instead of having the Poorest rooms in the city I now have some of the Best in the state.  A fine entrance—A Nice Reception Room, a good cistern of water and all the accommodations of a dwelling-house.  I have nice ante-rooms, so that ladies wishing, can arrange or change their clothing without the least exposure.

Having secured the services of one of the best artists in America, and being in communication with the best artist in Europe and in this country, I am prepared to make all kinds of pictures in the very best style of the art and with the greatest possible dispatch.  I take Ambrotypes, Photographs, Card Pictures in every style, Melainotypes to Send in letters, Album-types and all other Types, as good and better than can be obtained in other places at the same price.

I have the exclusive right of making the Enameled Picture, which in effect is the most beautiful Picture ever yet made.

I make Photographs of all sizes and finish them in India Ink, oil colors, or water colors, to suit customers.

I can enlarge small pictures, old and faded daguerreotypes, and retouch them so they will be as fair and natural as life.

Persons wishing large pictures of their departed friends can have them by furnishing us with a small likeness of any kind.

I go to the residences and take Pictures of the infirm, and of deceased persons, at the most reasonable prices.

I have constantly on hand and for sale a large assortment of Photograph Frames, Cases, Lockets, Photograph Albums, &c., of the best quality, and at the Lowest Prices. 

In addition to our large assortment of Specimens for the entertainment of visitors we have a large Stereoscope containing views from all parts of the world.

Exhibition Free to All. 

Also Newburyport and Boston Daily Papers.

Please call and see our fine Specimens.  Do not forget the place Lamb’s City Saloon, 54 State Street.  Colby Lamb.

P. S.  I have just secured at high cost, the very latest improvement in Camera Lens, which is superior to any ever before used in this country.

Advertisement ran from April 25, 1863 to January 2, 1864.

1863 June 24.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  June 24, 1863, Vol. XXXI, No. 301, P. 2.

Fine Exhibition.  Passing down State street yesterday, we noticed a group gathered around the entrance to Mr. Lamb’s Photograph Rooms, anxiously looking at something suspended on the door post.  We thought at first that some important dispatch had been received, but when the crowd had dispersed, we discovered that Mr. Lamb had dispatched some of the finest pictures ever put on exhibition in America.  An artist from New York, noticing them, said he had not seen better pictures in any place.  We noticed the familiar face of the late Hon. Josiah Little and others of our first and best citizens, whose pictures would be an honor and an ornament to every Album in the city.  Mr. Lamb is making good use of his new and superior sky-light; and we are glade to know that the skill of the artist, as well as his gentlemanly and considerate deportment to visitors, is appreciated by hosts of discriminating customers.

1863 July 18.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  July 18, 1863, Vol. XXXII, No. 16, P. 2.

Newburyport Artists.  The following extract from a letter from New York is highly complimentary to the artist of our city:—

“I dined the other day with Mr.___________, formerly of your city, where I met a prominent New York artist.  On the walls hung a collection of photographs of the friends of “mine host,” twenty in number, nineteen of them by the first New York photographists, and one—a likeness of a member of Capt. B.’s family of Newburyport—by Mr. Colby Lamb, colored by Mr. H. B. Haskell.  The artist, after a critical examination, expressed the opinion that the picture executed in your city was, beyond dispute, the best of the group, in which opinion the entire company coincided.”

1864 November 5.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  November 5, 1864, Vol. XXXIII, No. 108, P. 3.

I Have Returned To My Rooms At No. 54 State Street, and shall be happy to wait on all my old customers and all the good people who wish for Good Pictures taken from life or copied, in all the various styles of the art.  Colby Lamb.

Advertisement was recorded from November 5 to December 12, 1864.

1865 February 9.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  February 9, 1865, Vol. XXXIII, No. 188, P. 2.

The Wolfe Tavern.  Mr. Colby Lamb has sent us from his Photograph rooms, a beautiful picture of the Old Wolfe Tavern, as it was before the “great fire.”  It was then located where the three stores below the Post Office are; the alley way to Inn street being as it now is, while upon the upper side, where the Post Office is, was Anthony Francis’ Barber shop, with the pole extending over the sidewalk.  The buildings were then of wood, and the ell of the tavern extended back to Inn street, making it large on the ground.  The stable was in the rear, now occupied by the Bartlet mills.  Into the yard of that stable,  seventy Vermont teams, brining butter, pork, and other farm produce, have driven in a single day. 

The Wolf tavern was opened by Capt. William Davenport in 1762, and named for Gen Wolfe, under whom he served in the battle of Quebec.  The photograph brings out from the original picture, the portrait of Wolfe that was on the sign board that swung over State street.  The tavern remained in the hands of the Davenports for some years, the first three landlords being of that name; and then it passed to the ownership of Mr. Thomas Perkins; and it was in that house that Dr. Henry C. Perkins was born in 1805, in the same room where his wife’s father, Mr. John Davenport, was born in 1776.  The hotel was a great place of resort in the early days of Newburyport—one of the most famous taverns in Essex county.

1865 February 13.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  February 13, 1865, Vol. XXXIII, No. 191, P. 2.

Mr. Lamb has a few copies of the Wolf tavern for sale at his rooms No. 54 State Street.

1865 April 22.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  April 22, 1865, Vol. XXXIII, No. 247, P. 2.

Mr. Colby Lamb has taken photographs of J. Wilks Booth, which he has for sale.  They represent him as a bright, smart, fine-looking young man.  Pitty that so beautiful a specimen of humanity should be put to such hellish use.

1865 May 9.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 9, 1865, Vol. XXXIII, No. 261, P. 2.

Photographs.  We would call attention to Mr. Lamv’s advertisement in another column.  Mr. Lamb is one of the most successful artists in Massachusetts.  He is doing work for many of the best families in this city and vicinity.  Many persons prefer his work to the best work done in Boston, and while they are doing business there, they have all their pictures taken in Mr. Lamb’s rooms.  His prices are very reasonable.

1865 May 9.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 9, 1865, Vol. XXXIII, No. 261, P. 2.

Photographs.  Photographs and Card Pictures of Abraham Lincoln, our late beloved President; Of Edward Everett, the late great American Orator who, “being dead yet speaketh;” of Gen’s Grant, Sherman and other officers; of garrison, “The Liberator” and Whittier the Great American Poet Christian and Philosopher; and other leading Statesmen.  Poets and Philosophers; also of the venerable Rev. Dr. Withington and other distinguished clergymen of this city; of Boston, the Assassin, and other villains; of Home on a Furlough” and the Old Wolfe Tavern.  For sale at Mr. Lamb’s Rooms, No. 54 State Street.

Also Frames of all kinds, and Cases very cheap.

Having had much practice and unusual success in Photography, I am prepared to make all kinds of Photographs and Sun Pictures in the very best style of the Art, and at the most reasonable prices.  I use the best apparatus and the best stock the market affords.  I do my work myself and know that it is well done.  I can copy all kinds of Pictures into sizes larger or smaller, and equally as good, and sometimes better than the original pictures.  I am now making large numbers of large size photographs from small Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes and other pictures.  I intend always to give satisfaction.  My price for large pictures, well finished in ink and color is $4.00 and upwards according to the size and finish.  Duplicates well finished $3.00.  I use no material because it is cheap.—Please call and examine specimens at my rooms, No. 54 State Street.  Colby Lamb.

Advertisement ran from May 9 to 18, 1865.

1865 May 20.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 20, 1865, Vol. XXXIII, No. 271, P. 3.

Photographs.  Having engaged the services of two of the best Artists in Boston, I am now prepared to furnish my patrons with The Very Best Pictures ever offered to the public.  I can make them of any size from the smallest Miniature to Full Length Life Size.

I can copy from all kinds of pictures and miniatures into any size desired, and have them in India Ink, Oil Or Water Colors.  These life-sized Pictures finished in oil, exceed in beauty any portrait on canvas that can be made.  I use the Best Apparatus and the Best Stock in the market.

I use no stock because it is cheap.

I am now making large numbers of large size Photographs from small ambrotypes and other pictures.—My price for large size Pictures, finished in ink and colors, is Four Dollars and upwards, according to the size and finish.  I am also making Card Pictures, Ambrotypes, and all other kinds now in use.

I intend always to give satisfaction.

I have Frames, Cases, Lockets, &c., of all kinds, for sale cheap.

Please call and examine specimens at my rooms, No. 54 State Street.  Colby Lamb.

Advertisement was recorded between May 20 to September 18, 1865.

1865 May 23.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 23, 1865, Vol. XXXIII, No. 273, P. 2.

Photographs, Cheap.  The undersigned Artists of Newburyport, in consequence of the reduction in price of material used in the Photographic business, have determined to adopt the following scale of prices for the future:

Cartes de Visites, per dozen……………$3.00

Vignettes, per dozen……………………$3.00

Medallions, per dozen…………………..$1.75

1-9 Ambrotypes………………………….. .50

1-6 Ambrotypes………………………….. .75

1-4 Ambrotypes…………………………$1.25

The Revenue Stamps will be additional to the above prices.

The material used is the best the country affords, and Vignettes, the most desirable pictures made, are furnished a dollar per dozen cheaper than has ever before been offered to the public; and even with these prices we warrant as good Pictures as can be made in the country.

Luther Dame, 62 State Street.

H. P. Macintosh, 33 State Street.

Wm. Batchelder, 39 State Street.

Colby Lamb, 54 State Street.

Advertisement ran from May 23 to June 8, 1865.

1865 June 17.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  June 17, 1865, Vol. XXXIII, No. 294, P. 2.

Transparencies.  Porcelain Plates And Passepartouts, For Transparencies, for sale at my rooms, No. 54 State Street.  Colby Lamb.

Advertisement ran from June 17 to July 20, 1865.

1865 June 20.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  June 20, 1865, Vol. XXXIII, No. 296, P. 2.

Mr. Lamb has just shown us a very fine card picture of John Porter, Esq.  Also, one of the late Hon. Josiah Little, and one of his brother Edward Little late of Portland, taken at his rooms.  These are very fine specimens and would do honor to any artist’s show case.

1865 October 2.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 2, 1865, Vol. XXXIV, No. 79, P. 2.

Mr. Lamb has some fine Card Pictures of the late Miss Hannah F. Gould.

1866 May 17.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 17, 1866, Vol. 35, No. 116, P. 2.

Photographs.  We are now giving our whole attention to Large Photographs and Card Pictures.  We can copy from any picture into any size desired.—Old and faded pictures can thus be made as good and often times Better Than New.  We finish in India Ink, Oil, and Water Colors. 

The large amount of this work which we have done, and are now doing; our increased facilities for doing it, and to perfect satisfaction we have always given our customers are sufficient commendations to secure us a liberal amount of patronage, which we hope always to merit, by honesty and strict attention to our business.

Call and examine specimens at 54 State Street, Newburyport.  Colby Lamb, Frank Thurlow, Operators.

Notice.  As I propose to change my vocation as soon as convenient, all persons wishing my services in Photography will please avail themselves of the earliest opportunity to call at my rooms, 54 State Street.  Colby Lamb.

Advertisement was recorded between May 17 to September 22, 1866.

1866 June 29.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  June 29, 1866, Vol. 35, No. 153, P. 2.

Colby Lamb, Agent For  Dr. H. A. Lamb’s Great Erysipelas Cure.  Cases of Erysipelas and other kindred diseases promptly attended at No. 54 State Street.

Advertisement was recorded between June 29 to September 20, 1866.

1866 August 13.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  August 13, 1866, Vol. 35, No. 190, P. 2.

Erysipelas Humor.  H. A. Lamb, M. D., Of Portland, Me., Discoverer of the great Erysipelas Remedy, with which he guarantees to cure every kind of Erysipelas Humor, in a few days, can be consulted for two days only.

Tuesday and Wednesday, Aug. 14 & 15, At 54 State Street, at C. Lamb’s Reception Room.

Advertisement ran from August 13 to 15, 1866.

1866 August 24.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  August 24, 1866, Vol. 35, No. 199, P. 2.

Mr. Lamb is giving his whole attention to large Photographs and card pictures, as will be seen by reference to his advertisement.  He is considered by his patrons one of the best artists in the State.  No reasonable person ever goes away from his rooms dissatisfied.  All who are in want of good photographs, large or small, had better call on him soon, while he remains in the business.

1866 October 30.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 30, 1866, Vol. 35, No. 256, P. 2.

There is considerable excitement in this district about candidates for the next General Court.  Among those most prominent are Col. E. F. Stone and Colby Lamb, Esq.  Col. Stone is a man of ability and legislative experience, and will doubtless be elected with but little opposition.  Mr. Lamb is a man of education and ability, devoted to the interests of the city, the whole country, and especially, the interests of the soldiers who have so nobly defended the country.  No one has a superior claim.

1866 December 4.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  December 4, 1866, Vol. 35, No. 275, P. 2.

You Can Get The Best Tintypes, And All Other Types, At Lamb’s Photograph Rooms, 54 State Street.  So They Say.

Advertisement was recorded between December 4, 1866 to August 2, 1867.

1867 January 8.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  January 8, 1867, Vol. 36, No. 7, P. 2.

The School Committee organized at City Hall, on Monday.  Rev. S. J. Spaulding was elected Chairman; Wm. H. Merrill, Secretary; and Colby Lamb Agent of the Board.   Rev. Wm. A. McGinley of Ward 4 resigned.

1867 May 24.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  January 8, 1867, Vol. 36, No. 122, P. 2.

School Notice.  The Spring Vacation of the Schools commences on Monday, 27th inst.  The school houses will be cleaned during this vacation.  The teachers are requested to see that the books are all taken care of, and the keys of the houses (one set) labeled and handed to me on Saturday afternoon.  Colby Lamb.

1867 July 13.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  July 13, 1867, Vol. 36, No. 164, P. 2.

Prices Greatly Reduced!  For a few days our prices will be as followed:

Large sized Pictures finished in colors,…………$2.00

Cards, Vignettes and Oval, per dozen,………….$1.75

Tintypes, 16 for 20 Cents.  All other Pictures equally cheap, At Lamb’s Rooms, 54 State Street.

Advertisement was recorded between July 13 to August 6, 1867.

1867 July 15.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  July 15, 1867, Vol. 36, No. 165, P. 2.

For Sale Cheap, A First Rate Magic Lantern, with a good collection of Astronomical and other Slides, adapted to the of Schools, or for getting up private exhibitions for a family and friends.  Colby Lamb, 54 State street.

Advertisement was recorded between July 15 to August 9, 1867.

1867 August 30.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  August 30, 1867, Vol. 36, No. 205, P. 3.

For Sale One good second hand Show Case. 8½ feet long,—cheap.  Apply at Lamb’s Photograph Rooms.

Advertisement was recorded from August 30 to September 2, 1867.

1867 September 13.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  September 13, 1867, Vol. 36, No. 217, P. 2.

Notice.  Having disposed of my interest in the Photograph Rooms, 54 State street, to Mr. E. B. Chase, and old and very experienced Artist, who has made alterations and improvements which will enable him to carry on the business “in the highest perfection of the art,” I cheerfully recommend all my customers and the public to the patronage of him, who will give them perfect satisfaction.  Colby Lamb.

1867 October 25.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 25, 1867, Vol. 36, No. 253, P. 2.

New England Mutual Life Insurance Agency…Colby Lamb, Agent., No 54 State Street.

1867 December 9.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  December 9, 1867, Vol. 36, No. 290, P. 2.

Colby Lamb declines the nomination for member of the School Committee in Ward 3.

1868 October 15.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 15, 1868, Vol. 37, No. 243, P. 2.

Particular Notice.  I have returned to my Photograph Rooms at 54 State street, where I shall be happy to wait upon my old customers and friends, and all others who are in want of Good Pictures of any size or description, taken from life or copied from other pictures, however old or faded.  I will make good Pictures as cheap as they can be obtained anywhere.  I shall make all sizes, from the Smallest Tintype to Life Size Photographs, finished in Pastil, Oil, Ink or water Colors, to suit customers.

Call at the old stand and see our specimens and learn our prices, at 54 State street, Colby Lamb.

Advertisement ran from October 15 to November 4, 1868.

1868 November 6.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  November 6, 1868, Vol. 37, No. 262, P. 2.

You Can Get A Better Picture, with Rosewood Frame, For [$0.00], At Lamb’s Photograph Rooms, No. 54 State street, Than you can get in Boston or elsewhere for the same money.  See His Prices:

Ferrotype, with Rosewood Frame………………..$1.25

Nice Card Photographs, per dozen……………….$1.50

Ferrotypes on Cards, 4 for………………………..$0.25

Ferrotypes in Envelope……………………………$0.25

Tintypes, 16 for……………………………………$0.25

All other kinds of Pictures equally cheap—and warranted.

Advertisement ran from November 6 to 18, 1868.

1868 November 26.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  November 26, 1868, Vol. 37, No. 284, P. 2.

Thanksgiving!  Mr. Lamb Will Be In His Rooms, No. 54 State Street, On Thanksgiving Day, To Wait On Customers, From 8 o’clock A. M. till 4 P. M.

1868 December 1.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  December 1, 1868, Vol. 37, No. 287, P. 2.

You Can Get The Best Pictures, Of All Kinds, At Lamb’s Photograph Rooms, 54 State Street.

Advertisement was recorded from December 1, 1868 to May 4, 1869.

1869 December 7.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  December 7, 1869, Vol. 38, No. 287, P. 2.

Christmas Presents!  The Best Place To Get Them Is At Lamb’s Photograph Rooms, where he is making all styles and sizes of Pictures For Christmas Presents.

Small pictures enlarged and finished in ink or colors, In the best style of the art.

All orders filled promptly, and all work done faithfully by the Artist.

Pictures Very Cheap for a few days.

Advertisement ran from December 7 to 31, 1869.

1870 May 11.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 11, 1870, Vol. 39, No. 111, P. 2.

It may be seen by notice in another column that Mr. Lamb will remain in his rooms a few days longer to finish engagements.  All who wish for his services in picture making must call soon.

1870 May 11.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 11, 1870, Vol. 39, No. 111, P. 2.

Notice.  I shall remain at my Rooms, No. 54 State Street, a few days longer to complete engagements and wait upon customers.

Advertisement ran from May 11 to 14, 1870.

1870 May 24.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 24, 1870, Vol. 39, No. 122, P. 2.

Mr. Lamb has just shown us a fine picture of that “daring young man on the flying trapeze,” or rather the man who dared to go up the spire of the Old South Church and take down the weather-cock and put it back in place without any staging to assist him.  It is a fine photograph of the church and the man standing on the upper [ball], supporting himself by one hand over the back of the weather-cock and the other lifted high in the air exhibits one of the most daring feats we have witnessed in this vicinity for a long time.  Mr. Lamb has a few copies for sale at his rooms.

1870 June 14.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  June 14, 1870, Vol. 39, No. 140, P. 2.

It will be seen by reference to the advertising columns that Mr. Lamb intends to take his final leave of us the last of this week.

1870 June 14.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  June 14, 1870, Vol. 39, No. 140, P. 2.

Notice.  I shall be at my rooms, 54 State street until Friday, June 17th, to complete engagements.  Colby Lamb.

Advertisement ran from June 14 to 16, 1870.

[1] A Directory Of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900.

[2] On Jan. 17 recorded as Rev. Colby Lamb, on Jan. 18 corrected to Mr. Colby Lamb.

Lake, Mr.

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1855                Fresco Hall, Warren, Ohio.

1855 June 27.  Western Reserve Chronicle  (Warren, Ohio.)  June 27, 1855, Vol. 39, No. 45, Whole No. 2021, P. 3.

—Messrs. Lake & Harsh, on the second floor of the same building, are taking good Daguerreotype pictures.

1855 June 27.  Western Reserve Chronicle  (Warren, Ohio.)  June 27, 1855, Vol. 39, No. 45, Whole No. 2021, P. 2.

A Change.—Something New And Interesting To The Public—The old Rooms formerly occupied by H. W. Holloway together with the entire stock and interest of same, having been purchased by Lake & Marsh, experienced Daguerreotypists, they are now prepared to execute work in the best style of the art.

Having a large amount of Stock, and Cases of all kinds and sizes, they flatter themselves that they can give entire satisfaction to all who may favor them with their patronage.

No Pictures will be sold unless they are positively good ones.

Come old, come young, come great and small,

To the Daguerrean Rooms over “Fresco Hall.”

Advertisement ran from June 27 to Nov 7, 1855.

Lafar, Theo A.

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N. D.               235 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina.

1853                Court House, second story, Chester, South Carolina.

1853-1854       Corner of King & Liberty Streets, Charleston, South Carolina.

1854                Rooms at the Banner Office, Sumterville, South Carolina.

1854                McBee’s Hall, Greenville, South Carolina.

1855                Address Unknown, Darlington, South Carolina.[1]

1856                Address Unknown, Marion, South Carolina.1

1853 June 23.  Palmetto Standard.  (Chester, South Carolina.)  June 23, 1853, Vol. IV, No. 25, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes!  Mr. LaFar, From Cook’s Gallery, Charleston, would respectfully inform the citizens of this place and its vicinity, that having had experience for some years in the above Gallery, well known as the best in the Southern States, he is prepared to furnish specimens of Daguerrean Likenesses.

Mr. L. has on hand a splendid assortment of Cases of all sizes, Medallions, Brooches &c. he is prepared with all the Instruments for securing accurate copies of Portraits and for taking Children and Groups.  He will remain for a short time.

Please call and examine Specimens at his room in the Court House—second story.

Advertisement ran from June 23 to July 21, 1853.

1853 November 16.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  November 16, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16575, P. 2.

Cohen & LaFar, New Daguerreotype Gallery, Corner Of King And Liberty-Streets.  The largest Sky Light in the city, with all the latest improvements, and being on the second floor, the most easy of access.  Stock for sale.

Advertisement ran from November 16 to December 10, 1853.

1853 December 12.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  December 12, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16596, P. 2.

Cohen & LaFar, New Daguerreotype Gallery, Corner Of King And Liberty-Streets.  The largest Sky Light in the city, with all the latest improvements, and being on the second floor, the most easy of access.  Stock for sale. 

Advertisement was recorded twenty-six times between December 12, 1853 to February 6, 1854.

1854 February 8.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  February 8, 1854, Vol. LII, No 16664, P. 2.

Notice.  The firm of Cohen & LaFar Daguerrian Artists, is mutually dissolved.  Mr. Cohen is authorized to collect all money due the firm, and pay the debts of the same.  Mr. Cohen will carry on the business, and thankful for pass favors, solicits the continuance of the public patronage, corner of King and Liberty streets.  A. D. Cohen. T. A. LaFar. 

Advertisement ran from February 8 to 17, 1854.

1854 February 22.  The Sumter Banner.  (Sumterville, South Carolina.)  February 22, 1854, Vol. VIII, No. 17, P. 2.

Worth Attending to.  We call the attention of the reading public to our advertising columns.—And to commence near home, Mr. LaFar, just next door, announces his readiness to furnish, at the shortest notice, the best of likenesses, at the lowest possible price.  No sun necessary to insure a good picture.  Mr. L., has favored us with a sight at his fine collection of Cases, Lockets, Brooches, Pins, &c., &c., we feel that we risk nothing in recommending them as the best assortment of the kind we have had in our village.  We have not had an opportunity of judging ourselves as to Mr. LaFar’s skill in Daguerreotyping, he having just arrived, but we have been informed that he is an excellent hand at his business.  Call and give him a trial.

1854 February 22.  The Sumter Banner.  (Sumterville, South Carolina.)  February 22, 1854, Vol. VIII, No. 17, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes, Mr. LaFar, From Charleston, Having taken Rooms at the Banner Office, would respectfully inform the citizens of Sumterville and its vicinity, that, having had an experience of some years in the business, he is prepared to furnish specimens of Daguerrean Likenesses, Mr. L. has on hand a splendid assortment of Cases of all Sizes, Medallions, Brooches, etc.

He is prepared with all the Instruments for securing accurate copies of Portraits, and for taking Children and Groups.  He will remain for a short time.

Please call and examine Specimens.—Instruction given in the Art.                       

Advertisement ran from February 22 to March 15, 1854.

1854 March 29.  The Sumter Banner.  (Sumterville, South Carolina.)  March 29, 1854, Vol. VIII, No. 22, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Mr. LaFar has just received from Charleston a new and beautiful collection of Fancy Cases, Medallions, Broaches, etc., which he would offer to the people of Sumterville and vicinity, and respectfully requests them to call and examine for themselves.  He is thankful for the kind favors which have already been conferred, and would earnestly solicit a continuation of the same.  Rooms up stairs—next to the Sumter Banner Office.  March 22th, 1851.

Advertisement ran from March 29 to May 24, 1854

1854 April 5.  The Sumter Banner.  (Sumterville, South Carolina.)  April 5, 1854, Vol. VIII, No. 23, P. 2.

LaFar’s Daguerreotypes.  Mr. LaFar, whose arrival we announced in the Banner, some time ago, has been pleasing many persons in our community with the finest specimens of daguerrean art.  We have frequently visited his room and examined his specimens, among which, we found many of our acquaintances and friends and recognized them instantly.  We have been favored with the opportunity of visiting many daguerrean galleries, and from the work we have seen come from Mr. LaFar’s hands, we have no hesitancy in recommending him as one of the very best operators in his line, we have ever seen.—All who have tried him are pleased with his success, and we understand he never allows an indifferent picture to go out of his room.  If not the inventor, he is acquainted with and exercises a new method, which by giving a different and better back-ground, enables the operator to take persons with light hair and eyes much more successfully than by the old method, the hair being taken with its natural shade and the eyes having all that sharpness and liveliness which it has in life and which heretofore was so difficult to be obtained in daguerreotypes.  Many persons, from the country, will be visiting our village during court, and we call attention to Mr. LaFar’s presence among us, that those, who have not often so good a chance to gratify their families and friends with a fac-simile picture of themselves, may avail themselves of the present one.  We must all one day leave our friends, and the dear ones, we now so much love, may one day leave us, but a picture will exist almost forever and may always be with us to enliven memory, when the grave has shut out from our view, the objects of our love and gratitude.  Mr. Lafar may be found at his room, the first door to the right, upstairs, and next to the Banner Office.

1854 May 31.  The Sumter Banner.  (Sumterville, South Carolina.)  May 31, 1854, Vol. VIII, No. 31, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Mr. LaFar would respectfully inform the citizens of Sumterville and the vicinity, that he will remain here but a few days longer, he would be pleased to wait upon any who desire excellent likenesses of themselves or their friends.  His stay will be short, so call early.     May 31, 1854.

Advertisement ran from May 31 to June 7, 1854.

1854 July 7.  The Southern Enterprise.  (Greenville, South Carolina.)  Vol. 1, No. 8, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.  Attention is directed to the advertisement of Mr. LaFar, to be found in our advertising columns to-day.  We have visited his rooms, and were much pleased with the specimens shown us, and can safely recommend all who wish a daguerreotype of themselves to Mr. LaFar.  He mat be found at McBee’s Hall.

1854 July 7.  The Southern Enterprise.  (Greenville, South Carolina.)  Vol. 1, No. 8, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Mr. LaFar From Charlestown, Having taken Rooms at McBee’s Hall, would respectfully inform the citizens of this place and its vicinity, that, having had an experience of some years in the above line, he is prepared to furnish specimens of Daguerrean Likenesses.  Mr. L. has on hand a splendid assortment of Cases of all sizes, Medallions, Brooches, &c.

He is prepared with all the instruments for securing accurate copies of Portraits, and for taking Children and Groups.  He will remain for a short time. 

Please call and examine Specimens.

Instructions given in the Art.

Advertisement ran on July 7 & 14, 1854.

1854 November 8.  The Sumter Banner.  (Sumterville, South Carolina.)  November 8, 1854, Vol. IX, No. 2, P. 2.

Mr. Lafar.  It will be seen by our advertising columns that this young gentleman has returned to his former rooms, next door to the Banner office, where he is ready to give entire satisfaction to all who feel like perpetuating the image of themselves or friends.

1854 November 8.  The Sumter Banner.  (Sumterville, South Carolina.)  November 8, 1854, Vol. IX, No. 2, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Mr. LaFar is pleased to inform the citizens of Sumterville and vicinity, that he has returned to Sumterville, and has opened his Daguerrean Rooms at the place formerly occupied by him near the Sumter Banner Office.

Thankful for the liberal patronage heretofore bestowed, he invites all who desire Capital Pictures to give him a call.  Nov. 8, 1854.

Advertisement ran from November 8 to December 13, 1854.

[1] Partners with the Sun South Carolina Photographers 1840-1940. P. 43, 53-54.

Klye. George W.

Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Photographs, , , , ,

1860                132 Main Street, Lynchburg, Virginia.

1860 January 27.  Lynchburg Daily Virginian.  (Lynchburg, Virginia.)  January 27, 1860, Vol. 8, No. 151, P. 2.

George W. Kyle, Artist, No. 132 Main Street.  Having Purchased of Mr. M. D. Bliss his Gallery in the City of Lynchburg.  I will continue the business at the old stand—where I will be pleased to see all in want of any thing in my line, such as Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Life-Size Photographs, Patent Leather Pictures, &c., Put  Up In The Best Style Of The Art.

Having an experience of ten years in the business I flatter myself to be able to give perfect satisfaction in every case, otherwise, no charge will be made.  I shall always keep on hand a general assortment of Cases, Plain and Fancy.  I have also on hand a large stock of Jewelry, such as Lockets, Breast Pins, Finger Rings, &c., suitable for Pictures, which I am determined to sell at reduced rates.  All in want of any thing in that line will find it to their interest to call before purchasing elsewhere.

Ladies and Gentlemen are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens, whether they wish pictures or not, were they find a pleasant place to pass away a leisure hour.

Deceased persons and invalids attended at their residences when desired.  G. W. Kyle, Artist.

Advertisement was recorded between January 27 to August 2, 1860.

1860 June 14.  Lynchburg Republican.  (Lynchburg, Virginia.)  June 14, 1860, Vol. III, No. 150, P. 4.

George W. Kyle, Artist, No. 132 Main Street.  Having Purchased of Mr. M. D. Bliss his Gallery in the City of Lynchburg.  I will continue the business at the old stand—where I will be pleased to see all in want of any thing in my line, such as Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Life-Size Photographs, Patent Leather Pictures, &c., Put  Up In The Best Style Of The Art.

Having an experience of ten years in the business I flatter myself to be able to give perfect satisfaction in every case, otherwise, no charge will be made.  I shall always keep on hand a general assortment of Cases, Plain and Fancy.  I have also on hand a large stock of Jewelry, such as Lockets, Breast Pins, Finger Rings, &c., suitable for Pictures, which I am determined to sell at reduced rates.  All in want of any thing in that line will find it to their interest to call before purchasing elsewhere.

Ladies and Gentlemen are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens, whether they wish pictures or not, were they find a pleasant place to pass away a leisure hour.

Deceased persons and invalids attended at their residences when desired.  G. W. Kyle, Artist.

1860 June 18.  Lynchburg Virginian.  (Lynchburg, Virginia.)  June 18, 1860, Vol. 37, No. 138, P. 3.

George W. Kyle, Artist, No. 132 Main Street.  Having Purchased of Mr. M. D. Bliss his Gallery in the City of Lynchburg.  I will continue the business at the old stand—where I will be pleased to see all in want of any thing in my line, such as Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Life-Size Photographs, Patent Leather Pictures, &c., Put  Up In The Best Style Of The Art.

Having an experience of ten years in the business I flatter myself to be able to give perfect satisfaction in every case, otherwise, no charge will be made.  I shall always keep on hand a general assortment of Cases, Plain and Fancy.  I have also on hand a large stock of Jewelry, such as Lockets, Breast Pins, Finger Rings, &c., suitable for Pictures, which I am determined to sell at reduced rates.  All in want of any thing in that line will find it to their interest to call before purchasing elsewhere.

Ladies and Gentlemen are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens, whether they wish pictures or not, were they find a pleasant place to pass away a leisure hour.

Deceased persons and invalids attended at their residences when desired.  G. W. Kyle, Artist.

Advertisement was recorded between three times between June 18 to 22, 1860.

1861 July 24.  Lynchburg Republican.  (Lynchburg, Virginia.)  July 24, 1861, Vol. 4, No. 150, P. 4.

Attention Soldiers And Southern Citizens Generally, Call Ay Kyle’s Southern Portrait Gallery, No. 132 Main Street, And Have Your Pictures Put Up By Southern Artists In the best style of the Art, or no charge made.

A general assortment of Ambrotype and Photographic [ ? ] just arrived, purchased in the Southern Confederacy.  All in want can now be supplied at [my] regular prices, although I have had to pay considerably higher for stock.  I have determined to work at former prices, and ask a [ ? ] of the patronage so liberally bestowed on [me] heretofore.  Geo. W. Kyle.

Kuhn, Frank

Ambrotypes, , , ,

1856                Rooms at the Odd Fellows’ Hall, Charles Town, Virginia.

1856                Address Unknown, Baltimore, Maryland.[1]

1856 September 6.  Spirit of Jefferson.  (Charles Town, Virginia.)  September 6, 1856, Vol. XIII, No. 31, P. 3.

Ambrotypes! Or Imperishable Pictures On Glass.  Hape & Kuhn, Ambrotypist Artist of Baltimore, would respectfully announce to the citizens of Charlestown, that they have taken rooms at the Odd Fellows’ Hall, where they are prepared to furnish in the highest style of the art, the now popular and incomparable Ambrotype.

These pictures are made on plate glass and protected by a coating of varnish on both sides, rendering them impervious to the action of water or acids of any kind.  They do not reverse the subject, but represent everything in its true position; and being without the glare of the Daguerreotype, may be seen in any light.  The Ambrotype possesses many beauties not discernable in the Daguerreotype.

Call and examine specimens and see for yourselves.            

Advertisement ran from September 6 to 20, 1856.

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

Krone, Paul R.

Photographs, , ,

1857                Garrett’s Building, Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas.

1856 July 29.  The True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  July 29, 1856, Old Series Vol. XIII, New Series Vol. IV, No. 42, P. 3.

Notice.  The undersigned respectfully informs the ladies and the public generally, that he paints Landscapes, taken from nature as well as fancy, for the use of Fire-Screans and Window Curtains; also Signs.

The work shall always be done in the neatest style, at very low prices.

Those who wish to patronize me, are requested to leave their orders at Mr. Henry Jacobi’s, book-binder.  Paul R. Krone.

Advertisement ran from July 29 1856 to January 13, 1857.

1857 March 31.  The True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  March 31, 1857, Old Series Vol. XIV, New Series Vol. V, No. 25, P. 3.

Heliography.  Photography and Stereoskop Gallery.  The undersigned Artists, respectfully inform the ladies and Gentlemen, and the public generally that they have opened a Photographical Gallery in Little Rock, and are now prepared to take Likenesses from 9 o’clock A. M. till 4 o’clock P. M.

All persons wishing to have a likeness taken are requested to call and examine our Specimens.

As this branch of Photography is entirely new, we flatter ourselves that it will please every one.

Ladies are requested to be attired in Dark dresses.

Persons wishing to learn this profitable Art may call on Krone & Veeter, Artists, Garrett’s Building, Markham street.

Advertisement ran from March 31 to June 2, 1857.

1857 April 4.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  April 4, 1857, Gazette Vol. XXXVIII, No. 39, Democrat Vol. XI, No. 8, P. 2.

Messrs. Krone & Veeter, have taken rooms in Mr. Garrett’s house, and opened a Stereoskop Gallery, where they are ready to take pictures in a new and improved style of art.  See advertisement.

1857 April 11.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  April 11, 1857, Gazette Vol. XXXVIII, No. 30—Democrat Vol. XI, No. 8, P. 3.

Heliography.  Photography and Stereoskop Gallery.  The undersigned Artists, respectfully inform the ladies and Gentlemen, and the public generally that they have opened a Photographical Gallery in Little Rock, and are now prepared to take Likenesses from 9 o’clock A. M. till 4 o’clock P. M.

All persons wishing to have a likeness taken are requested to call and examine our Specimens.

As this branch of Photography is entirely new, we flatter ourselves that it will please every one.

Ladies are requested to be attired in Dark dresses.

Persons wishing to learn this profitable Art may call on Krone & Veeter, Artists, Garrett’s Building, Markham street.

Advertisement was recorded between April 11 to October 10, 1857.

1857 June 9.  Arkansas True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  June 9, 1857, Old Series Vol. XIV, New Series Vol. V, No. 35, P. 4.

Heliography.  Photography and Stereoskop Gallery.  The undersigned Artists, respectfully inform the ladies and Gentlemen, and the public generally that they have opened a Photographical Gallery in Little Rock, and are now prepared to take Likenesses from 9 o’clock A. M. till 4 o’clock P. M.

All persons wishing to have a likeness taken are requested to call and examine our Specimens.

As this branch of Photography is entirely new, we flatter ourselves that it will please every one.

Ladies are requested to be attired in Dark dresses.

Persons wishing to learn this profitable Art may call on Krone & Veeter, Artists, Garrett’s Building, Markham street.

Advertisement ran from March 31 to June 2, 1857.

Korrect, Oll

Daguerreotypes, ,

1841                Address Unknown, Boston, Massachusetts.

1841 November 27.  Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  November 27, 1841, Vol. XII, No. 3479, P. 2.

O. K. not O. K.—A singular mistake occurred in this city on Tuesday last, which goes to prove that we should not always trust to outward appearances.  The ship Saracen, Capt. Oliver Keating, sailed from this port that day for Manilla and Canton.  When the ship was ready to start the Captain sent a cartman to the Pearl Street House, where he had been boarding, for his baggage.

The cartman accordingly went to Capt. K.’s room and took his things, which were all packed up, and in coming out of the room he saw in the entry, near the door, two boxes marked O. K. the initials of the Captain’s name, (Oliver Keating) and supposing they belonged to him, and that it was Oll Korrect, he took the boxes, carried them down and put them on board the ship with the Captain’s baggage, and the vessel immediately afterwards went to sea.  An hour or two after she had sailed, it was discovered that the boxes did not belong to the Captain, but to another gentleman who was stopping at the Pearl Street House, and that the contained a complete set of Daguerreotype apparatus which the owner was about to put in operation in this city.  It was, however, too late to correct the mistake, and the boxes Daguerreotype apparatus and all, are now on their way to Manilla

1841 December 1.  Norwich Courier.  (Norwich, Connecticut.)  December 1, 1841, Vol. XX, No. 88, Whole No. 2275, P. 3.

O. K. not O. K.—A singular mistake occurred in this city on Tuesday last, which goes to prove that we should not always trust to outward appearances.  The ship Saracen, Capt. Oliver Keating, sailed from this port that day for Manilla and Canton.  When the ship was ready to start the Captain sent a cartman to the Pearl street House, where he had been boarding, for his baggage.

The cartman accordingly went to Capt. K.’s room and took his things, which were all packed up, and in coming out of the room he saw in the entry, near the door, two boxes marked O. K. the initials of the Captain’s name, (Oliver Keating) and supposing they belonged to him, and that it was Oll Korrect, he took the boxes, carried them down and put them on board the ship with the Captain’s baggage, and the vessel immediately afterwards went to sea.  An hour or two after she had sailed, it was discovered that the boxes did not belong to the Captain, but to another gentleman who was stopping at the Pearl Street House, and that the contained a complete set of Daguerreotype apparatus which the owner was about to put in operation in this city.  It was, however, too late to correct the mistake, and the boxes Daguerreotype apparatus and all, are now on their way to Manilla.—Boston Transcript.

Knox, William

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1846-1847       15 Central Street, Dover, New Hampshire.

1847                16 Central Street, Dover, New Hampshire.

1840 July 28.  Dover Enquirer.  (Dover, New Hampshire.)  July 28, 1840, Vol. XIV, No. 7, P. 3.

New Store.  William Knox Would respectfully inform the inhabitants of Dover and vicinity, that he has opened a store on Central street , one door south of A. Tetherly’s Shoe Store, where may be found, for sale Watches, Clocks, Watch Chains and Keys, Silver Spoons, Silver Spectacles, do. Butter Knives, do. Pencil cases, do. Thimbles, Ear-rings, Finger Rings, Bosom Pins, Read Bags & Purses, Shell & horn Combs, do. Ivory, …

1846 April 21.  Dover Enquirer.  (Dover, New Hampshire.)  April 21, 1846, Vol. XIX, No. 36, P. 3.

Copartnership Notice.  The subscriber having formed a Copartnership under the name of Knox & Newland, and have for sale a good assortment of Gold and Silver Lever, Lepine Horizontal and Verge Watches,…

1846 October 27.  Dover Enquirer.  (Dover, New Hampshire.)  October 26, 1846, Vol. XX, No. 21, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Knox & Newland, Having thoroughly learned the Art of taking Miniatures, (in connection with their Watch And Jewelry business) of one of the most skilful Daguerreans in New England, are now prepared to execute Miniatures in styles to please the fancy of all.  Taken with or without color and set in Cases, Lockets, Bracelets and Breast Pins.

Copies taken from Portraits, Drawings and Daguerreotypes, at the shortest notice.

Pictures also taken from Deceased Persons.

Perfect satisfaction given, or no charge. 

Specimens can be seen at their Rooms Over Hale & Bickford’s, No. 15, and at their Jewelry Store, No. 12 Central Street.

Advertisement ran from October 27, 1846 to May 11, 1847.

1847 January 19.  Dover Enquirer.  (Dover, New Hampshire.)  January 19, 1847, Vol. XX, No. 33, P. 3.

$20.00 Reward!  Stolen, from the door of the subscribers, on the 15th instant., between 5 and half past 5 o’clock, P. M. a Case, containing Gold and Gilt Lockets of various sizes and prices, and one Bracelet and Bosom Pin, amounting in all to from sixty to sixty five dollars.  The above reward will be paid for the recovery of the Goods, or Ten Dollars for the detection of the Thief.  Knox & Newland.

Advertisement was recorded on January 19 & 26, 1847.

1847 May 11.  Dover Enquirer.  (Dover, New Hampshire.)  May 11, 1847, Vol. XX, No. 49, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Taken at No. 16 Central Street, over Hale & Bickford’s Store) and neatly set in Cases, Gold and Plated Lockets and Bosom Pins.

Specimens can be seen at the door and at our Rooms, which are open at all hours of the day.

We have a Large Assortment of Gold and Plaited Lockets, Cases and Bosom Pins.

Manufactured Expressly for Miniatures.  Knox & Newland.

Advertisement ran from May 11 to September 21, 1847

1847 September 28.  Dover Enquirer.  (Dover, New Hampshire.)  September 28, 1847, Vol. XXI, No. 17, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Taken at No. 16 Central Street, over Hale & Bickford’s Store) and neatly set in Cases, Gold and Plated Lockets and Bosom Pins.

Specimens can be seen at the door and at our Rooms, which are open at all hours of the day.

We have a Large Assortment of Gold and Plaited Lockets, Cases and Bosom Pins.

Manufactured Expressly for Miniatures.  Wm. Knox.

Advertisement ran from September 21 to December 21, 1847

1847 October 19.  Dover Enquirer.  (Dover, New Hampshire.)  October 19, 1847, Vol. XXI, No. 20, P. 3.

Marriages.  In this town, on Tuesday evening last, by Rev. Mr. Barrows, Mr. Wm. Knox, to Miss Elizabeth J. B. daughter of Hon. Andrew Peirce.

1847 December 21.  Dover Enquirer.  (Dover, New Hampshire.)  December 21, 1847, Vol. XXI, No. 29, P. 3.

Notice.  All persons indebted to the late firm of Knox & Newland, or to the Subscriber, are requested to make immediate payment to Stephen K. Drown at the old Stand.  William Knox.

1848 February 1.  Dover Enquirer.  (Dover, New Hampshire.)  February 1, 1848, Vol. XXI, No. 35, P. 3.

Dover, Jan. 1848.  The subscriber would respectfully announce to the inhabitants of Dover and vicinity that he has taken the Room Over Hale & Bickford’s Store, recently occupied by Knox & Newland, where he has opened an assortment of Gold & Silver Watches, of every description, which he will sell at the Lowest Prices, and Warranted. 

Also Watch and Clock Repairing—in all its branches—will receive personal attention.  Oliver Tebbets.

Knowlton, Willis

Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, Photographs, Melainotypes, , , , , , , ,

1857-1860       Corner of Main and Federal Streets, Greenfield, Massachusetts.

1859                Address Unknown, Athol Depot, Massachusetts.

1860                Address Unknown, Greenfield, Massachusetts.[1]

1860                2 Main Street, Greenfield, Massachusetts.

N. D.-1866      Address Unknown, Elmira, New York.

1858 May 10.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  May 10, 1858, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3479, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 9, P. 3. 

Having disposed of my business as Daguerrean Artist and Photographer, to Mr. Willis Knowlton, who has been connected with me for the past year, I take great pleasure in recommending him to my numerous patrons, and in assuring them that they will find him prompt, courteous and skillful, and thoroughly acquainted with the business in all its parts.  E. C. Ely.

Advertisement ran from May 10 to 24, 1858.

1858 May 10.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  May 10, 1858, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3479, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 9, P. 3.

Having disposed of my business as Daguerrean Artist and Photographer, To Mr. Willis Knowlton, who has been connected with me for the past year, I take great pleasure in recommending him to my numerous patrons, and in assuring them that they will find him prompt, courteous and skillful, and thoroughly acquainted with the business in all its parts.  E. C. Ely.

Advertisement ran from May 10 to 24, 1858.

1858 May 17.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  May 17, 1858, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3480, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 10, P. 3.

Married.  In this town, May 15, at St. James’ Church, by Rev. Mr. Flint, Willis Knowlton to Mrs. Mary H. Holton.

1858 May 17.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  May 17, 1858, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3480, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 10, P. 3.

Something New.  The subscriber has purchased Ely’s Photographic Gallery and new christened it the Franklin Photographic Gallery, corner of Main and Federal streets, Greenfield, Mass.

Sphereotypes, patented by Bisby & Day, Columbus, Ohio.  They can be obtained (only) of the subscriber, who has the patent right for the county of Franklin.

Melainotypes, patented by Hamilton L. Smith, Gambler, Ohio.  For setting in lockets, pins, seals, &c., it has no equal.

Photographs, taken on paper or canvas, plain or colored.  Oil, water or dry colors.

Patent Ambrotypes, put up in the most durable style and at prices that will not fail to suit the most economical.

Daguerreotypes, taken as usual at the old stand over Thayer’s Clothing Store.

Sick or deceased persons attended at private residences.

Instruction given in the art on reasonable terms.

The public generally and the ladies particularly are requested to examine my circular and learn from it the superior advantages this gallery possesses and the new style of pictures I am prepared to furnish.  Willis Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from May 17, 1858 to January 31, 1859.

1858 June 28.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  June 28, 1858, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3486, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 16, P. 3.

Patent Ambrotypes And Patent Sphereotypes Are the only durable pictures made upon glass.  They can be obtained of Knowlton at the Franklin Photographic Gallery only, as he has the patent rights for Franklin County.  He puts up the best picture for the least money and warrants them.  Photographs made as usual.  Call at his rooms over A. T. Thayer’s Clothing Store and examine specimens.  Willis Knowlton.

N. B.—Beware of imitations.

Advertisement ran from June 28, 1858 to January 3, 1859.

1859 February 7.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  February 7, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3518, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 48, P. 3.

N. B.  The undersigned have formed a copartnership under the name and firm of Popkins & Knowlton, for the purpose of carrying on the Photographic business in its several departments.  The patronage of the public is respectfully solicited.  B. F. Popkins, Willis Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from February 7 to 21, 1859.

1859 February 7.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  February 7, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3518, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 48, P. 3.

Popkins Again in the Field!!  B. F. Popkins has returned from the South and associated himself with Mr. Willia Knowlton, at the Gallery corner of Main and Federal streets, where he will be happy to see all his old friends and the public generally,—especially those who desire Superior Likenesses, either by the Ambrotype, Photograph, Daguerreotype, or any other style known in Photography.

All work executed at this establishment will be done in the most artistic and perfect manner, and warranted to give satisfaction.  Popkins & Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from February 7 to 21, 1859.

1859 April 25.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  April 25, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3529, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 7, P. 3.

Gems of Art.  The Colored Photographs produced at the Franklin Photographic Gallery by Popkins & Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from April 25 to May 9, 1859

1859 April 25.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  April 25, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3529, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 7, P. 3.

Frames, &c.  The undersigned have just received the most extensive assortment of Frames, Cases, &c., For Photographs, ever offered to the inhabitants of this county, to which they invite especial attention.

Prices to please all.  Popkins & Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from April 25 to May 2, 1859.

1859 July 4.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  July 4, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3539, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 17, P. 3.

Athol Depot.—Popkins & Knowlton of this town, have opened a Daguerrean establishment at Athol Depot.  As they are well known and superior artists, they cannot fail of receiving a large share of business.

1859 July 25.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  July 25, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3542, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 20, P. 3.

Photographs.—Popkins & Knowlton, who are noted for the excellency and life like appearance of their Photographs, Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes, have recently taken excellent Photograph likenesses of Rev. Dr. Chandler and Rev. P. C. Headley of this town and have printed large numbers of the same to meet the demand from the friends of these clergymen.  Of Dr. Chandler’s Photograph we understand that 150 copies have already been disposed of.  Mr. Lucis Nims took 100 copies to distribute among the friends of Dr. Chandler.  Messrs Popkins & Knowlton have also a room at Athol Depot and those of our readers in that vicinity who are in want of correct likenesses of themselves or friends will find that those of P. & K. surpass everything else in their line.

1859 October 24.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  October 24, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3555, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 33, P. 3.

Notice.  The Co-partnership heretofore existing under the name of Popkins & Knowlton, is dissolved, this day, by mutual consent.  All persons having claims against the firm are requested to present them, and all those indebted are respectfully solicited to make immediate payment.  B. F. Popkins, Willis Knowlton. 

Advertisement ran from October 24 to November 7, 1859.

1859 November 7.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  November 7, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3557, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 35, P. 3.

New Arrangements At the Franklin Photographic Gallery.—Photographs, Ambrotypes, &c. &c., cheaper and better than ever.

Photographs taken from any other pictures or from life and colored with water, oil or dry colors, by one of the best artists in Boston, with whom I have made arrangements to do my coloring, specimens of which may be seen at this gallery.

A new lot of Locket Cases, Frames, &c., just received.  All work done with dispatch and warranted to give entire satisfaction in all cases.  William Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from November 7, 1859 to January 16, 1860.

1860 January 2.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  January 2, 1860, Gazette—Vol. LXVIII, No. 3565, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 43, P. 1.

Business Directory of Greenfield Village for 1860.

Willis Knowlton, Daguerreotype, Ambrotype and Photograph Gallery, No. 2 Main street, up stairs.

B. F. Popkins, Daguerrean Rooms, Pierce’s Block, Main street, up stairs.

1860 January 23.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  January 23, 1860, Gazette—Vol. LXVIII, No. 3568, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 46, P. 2.

E. C. Ely and B. F. Popkins have purchased of Willis Knowlton, The Photographic Gallery, formerly owned by Mr. Ely, at the corner of Main and Federal Streets.  They have good reputations as artists.

1862 October 13.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  October 13, 1862, Gazette—Vol. LXXI, No. 3710, Courier—Vol. XXV, No. 32, P. 2.

Camp Miller…E. C. Ely has a daguerrean saloon upon the grounds, and Willis Knowlton one opposite the gate of the grounds.

1866 December 31.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  December 31, 1866, Gazette—Vol. 75, No. 3929, Courier—Vol. 29, No. 44, P. 2.

Willis Knowlton, formerly of this town, lost his Photograph Gallery in a fire at Elmira, N. Y., where he now resides, on the 23d.  His loss was $2,000; insured $1,000.

1867 January 14.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  January 14, 1867, Gazette—Vol. 75, No. 3931, Courier—Vol. 29, No. 46, P. 2.

Willis Knowlton, formerly on this town and Ashfield, writes us that he lost by the late fire at Elmira, N. Y., where he now resides, $8, 500, with only $1,000 insurance.  He lost in his daguerrean gallery $3, 500 and in photograph stock store he kept, $4, 700, together with many other things not connected with his business.   

[1] A Directory Of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900.