1849-1851       Opposite Chicopee Bank, Springfield, Massachusetts.

1849                8 Foots Block, Springfield, Massachusetts.

1851                26 Foots Block, Springfield, Massachusetts.

1848 June 7.  Daily Republican. (Springfield, Massachusetts.)  Vol. 5, No. 134,  P. 3. 

Phototypes.  Specimens of this wonderful art may be seen at Cooley’s Hampden Daguerrian Gallery, opposite Chicopee Bank, every  day.—Those desiring truthful likenesses of themselves and friends, can be accommodated on the most reasonable terms.

Having secured the services of Professor Atwater, the short man, he will be always in readiness to wait on visitors, and show them the curiosities of the establishment.

Miniatures taken at all hours of the day.  O. H. Cooley.                       

Advertisement ran from June 7 to August 15, 1848

1849 May 5.  Daily Republican.  (Springfield, Massachusetts.)  Vol. 6, No. 106, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes, That are Daguerreotypes.  It is an acknowledged fact, that Cooley’s Daguerrian Gallery is a little ahead of all others in this country, and it is so admitted by Artists and the traveling public.  No pains or expense have been spared in fitting-up this establishment, and the arrangement of rooms, sky-light and extensive apparatus cannot be improved.  The sky-light was built expressly for the business after a design by one of the best Architects in the country, and pictures taken under this light cannot be surpassed for the fine and beautiful effect of light and shade, and the life-like expression of the eyes.

O. H. Cooley & Co. Have the honor of announcing to the public, that they have secured the services of Mr. A. Litch, formerly of the firm of Litch & Whipple, Boston, one of the oldest, most experienced, and successful operators in this country, and they are now prepared to give their patrons pictures that cannot be excelled in this place, or any of the larger cities in those qualities that make a good Daguerreotype.  Mr. L. has operated at some of the best establishments in Boston, New York and Philadelphia, and we can commend him to the public for his gentlemanly demeanor as well as for his qualities as a scientific Artist.

O. H. C. & Co. Have obtained in addition to their other apparatus a new instrument expressly for taking Children’s pictures, which requires only a sitting of a few seconds.

They would return thanks for the liberal patronage which has been bestowed upon their establishment, and hope, by unceasing endeavors to please, to merit a continuance of the patronage of a generous public.

Just received, a new lot of Daguerreotype materials, among which we have White’s Scovill’s and the “Star” and Phenix” brands of French Plates, and all other kinds in use.  New and beautiful patterns of Cases, Lockets of all kinds and every variety of Settings, and in fact everything used in the Art can be found at our Sales Room where Prof Atwater will be in attendance.

…N. B.—Mr. Litch being a practical Chemist, would inform those who wish to use his Chemical preparations that they can be obtained at the Sales Room of O. H. C. & CO.                            

Advertisement ran from May 5 to July 12, 1849.

1849 July 12.  Daily Republican.  (Springfield, Massachusetts.)  Vol. 6, No. 163, P. 3.

Now Is The Time, O. H. Cooley, at the Hampden Daguerrian Gallery, with the most extensive apparatus, best of stock, and the aid of a scientific operator, and Prof. Atwater—last, though not least in putting the finish to a picture—can assure the public that he never was producing better pictures than at the present time.

Foot’s Block is the place, and now is the time, to obtain those inimitable Sky-light Daguerreotypes—delays are dangerous.  He keeps constantly on hand and for sale, the largest assortment of Lockets, and Daguerreotype Stock of every description, to be found in Western Massachusetts.

Mr. Stock, Portrait Painter, is still in town and will remain at his rooms over the Gallery for a short time only.  

Advertisement ran from July 12 to September 20, 1849.

1849 August 15.  Daily Republican.  (Springfield, Massachusetts.)  Vol. 6, No. 191, P. 2.

Cooley’s Gallery was visited one day last week by Mr. Collamer, Postmaster General, and an admirable likeness of him was taken by Mr. Litch, which will add to the attractions already presernted of Cooley’s large collection of portraits of distinguished men.  It takes Professor Atwater to induce public men to visit Cooley’s magnificent rooms, who, if not known long to the public, his short acquaintance is very pleasing to the ladies and professional men.—Com.

1849 September 19.  Daily Republican (Springfield, Massachusetts) Vol. 6, No. 221, p. 2.

Now For a Rush At Cooley’s Daguerrian Gallery, No. 8 Foot’s Block.  Cooley has just returned from New York, with the largest and best selected assortment of Daguerreotype Stock, of all kinds, ever before offered in this market; and at unprecedented low prices.

Also Lockets and Chains of all descriptions, purchased at low prices and will be sold very cheap for cash.  Those wishing to purchase will do well to call before looking elsewhere, as he is determined to sell cheap.

Daguerreotypes taken at all hours of the day, which “can’t be beat.”  And put up in the “professor’s superior style, in superb enamelled cases, at very low prices.               Sept. 19.

Advertisement ran from September 19 to October 3, 1849.

1850 September 19.  Daily Republican.  (Springfield, Massachusetts.)  Vol. 7, No. 223, P. 3.

Cooley’s Hampden Daguerrian Gallery Foot’s Building, Main-st., Springfield, Mass.  Is one of the oldest and largest Galleries in the country, was established in 1843, and for superior and convenient arrangements, splendid sky-light, extensive apparatus, beautiful and truthful pictures, it is not excelled by any other in the world.

We invite the public to visit our Exhibition Room, to see our large and valuable National collection of Daguerreotypes of eminent and distinguished men, who have given a preference and patronized this establishment.  We have Gen. Zachary Taylor, our late lamented President; His Excellency George N. Briggs, Gov. Of Mass.; Ex-Gov. Wm. L. Marcy; Wm. H. Seward of N. Y.; and A. Fitch of Mich., two last U. S. Senators; Hon. J. R. Giddings, M. C.; Hon. Geo. Ashmun, M. C.; Judge Collamer, late P. M. General; Cols. Bainbridge and Ripley, U. S. A.; Distric Attorney Porter; Prof. Lowell Mason; Judge O. B. Morris; Rev. Dr. Osgood; Revs. Mr. Seeley, Clark, and Buckingham of Springfield; Revs. E. Davis of Westfield and C. Nightingale of Chicopee; James Byers, Esq.; J. Willard, Esq.; R. A. Chapman, Esq.; E. B. Gillette, Esq.; the Hutchinson and Baker Families; and a host of others of this town and elsewhere too numerous to mention.

Grateful for past favors, we rely with confidence upon a discerning and generous public for encouragement and continued patronage.

Prof. Atwater, the “people’s favorite,” is at his old post in our Exhibition Room, and every effort will be made to give satisfaction and please our patrons and visitors.

N. B.—Daguerreotype material, of all kinds, as heretofore, and for sale at reduced prices.  Purchasers will do well to call before going to New York or Boston.    

1851 December 9.  Daily Republican.  (Springfield, Massachusetts.)  Vol. 8, No. 291, P. 2.

Kossuth Has Come!  And while this illustrious exile is being received with distinguished honor and shouts of welcome, let Cooley’s Daguerrian Gallery not be forgotten.  While the countenance is lighted up by the soul-inspiring eloquence of this great man step into Cooley’s, and in a few moments he will give you one of those superb Daguerreotype Likenesses for which his Gallery is famed, the world over.—His Sky-light needs no puffing—it can’t be beat—and those who have any eyes at all may be sure of obtaining a good picture.

The Professor may be found at his old station, and with our gentlemanly Operator, Mr. Clark, will be ready to wait upon visitors and sitters, and will give entire satisfaction to all.

Lockets, Keys, Rings, Pins, and every style of Case may be obtained at his Establishment, at the lowest prices; also, all kinds of material used in the business.

Call at Cooley’s, No. 26 Foot’s Building, and he will try to suit you.  O. H. Cooley. 

Advertisement ran from December 9, 1851 to January 22, 1852.