1854 Address Unknown, Taylorsville, Illinois.
1854. Illinois And Missouri State Directory for 1854-1855. (St. Louis, Missouri.) 1854, P. 141-142.
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De Guinon & Stever
1855 303 Broadway, New York, New York.
1855. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1855/1856, Published by John Fowler Trow.
DeGuinon & Stever, Daguerreotypes, 303 Brooklyn.
1855 June 13. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) June 13, 1855, Whole No. 6865, P. 7.
A Rare Chance Is Now Offered To An Enterprising person with small capital, to purchase very low, a first class photograph and daguerreotype gallery, now doing a splendid business, and one of the best locations in the city; the parties now interested are going to Europe. Inquire De Guinon & Steven, (sic.) 303 Broadway, corner of Duane street.
1855 June 21. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) June 21, 1855, Whole No. 6873, P. 6.
A Rare Chance—For Sale, Or A Partner taken.—One of the partners of the photograph and daguerreotype establishment, No. 303 Broadway, is about going to Europe, and a rare chance is offered to a person with small capital, to buy out the establishment, or to join the remaining partner in conducting the business. A knowledge of the business not requisite, as the remaining party is an old daguerreotypist. Inquire De Guinon & Steven, (sic.) 303 Broadway.
Day, Jr., Samuel S.
1855 132 Mercer, New York, New York.
1855. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1855/1856. Published by John Fowler Trow.
Day, Jr., Samuel S. Silverplater, 132 Mercer. H-188 Laurens.
1855 October 23. Evening Star. (Washington, D. C.) October 23, 1855, Vol. VI, No. 875, P. 2.
Patents issued week ending October 23, 1855…Samuel S. Day, of New York, N. Y.—For improved daguerreotype plate vise, No. 13,701.
Day & Phelps
1848 One door east of Thatcher & Son’s Store, East Bennington, Vermont.
1848 May 1. The State Banner. (Bennington, Vermont.) May 8, 1848, Vol. 8, No. 7, Whole No. 371, P. 3.
Mr. Day, Daguerrean Artist, is now opening rooms over the Telegraph office, for the purpose of taking Daguerreotype Likenesses. We would state for the information of our readers that we have seen some of his specimens and pronounce them to be the real genuine article. Ladies and Gentlemen are invited to call and examine, and if they don’t say that it is a “leetle the nicest” of anything they have seen it shall be our treat.
1848 May 8. The State Banner. (Bennington, Vermont.) May 8, 1848, Vol. 8, No. 8, Whole No. 372, P. 3.
Daguerreotypes. Day & Phelps, Having fitted up a room in a central and convenient location, would announce to the inhabitants of Bennington and vicinity, that they are now ready to take Daguerreotype Likenesses, of all desirable styles and sizes, and would invite all who appreciate a good likeness of themselves or friends, to favor them with a sitting. At the same time assuring them that they will not be solicited to take a picture that does not give entire satisfaction.
Ladies and gentlemen are particularly desired to call and examine specimens.
N. B. Entrance to their rooms up stairs, one door east of Thatcher & Son’s store.
Advertisement ran from May 8 to June 10, 1848.
Day & Morrill
1858 Over the Drug Store of Dr. White, Van Buren, Arkansas.
1858 May 7. Arkansas Intelligencer. (Van Buren, Arkansas.) May 7, 1858, Old Series Vol. XVI, No. 9, New Series IV, No. 41, P. 3.
New Picture Gallery. Pictures to suit the People and Pieces to suit the Times, Day & Morrell Would respectfully announce to the citizens of Van Buren and vicinity, that they have opened a Daguerrean Gallery over the drug store of Dr. White, for the purpose of taking Ambrotypes, Sphereotypes, and Lampratypes, which for life-like appearance and durability defy competition. All are invited to call and examine specimens whether wishing pictures or not, pictures and copies taken in all kinds of weather. Instructions given in the above art at reasonable rates.
Advertisement ran from May 7 to July 9, 1858.
Dawes, Howland
1846 139 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]
1846 Temperance Hall, Dedham, Massachusetts.
1846 June 26. The Norfolk Democrat. (Dedham, Massachusetts.) June 26, 1846, Vol. VIII, No. 22, Whole No. 386, P. 3.
Daguerreotypes. Our Villagers will do well to call at Temperance Hall, now occupied by Mr. Dawes, Daguerreotype Artist, and have their portraits taken. We have examined some of his pictures and consider them first rate.—Those therefore who want a perfect likeness done in the best style, had better improve the present opportunity.
1846 June 26. The Norfolk Democrat. (Dedham, Massachusetts.) June 26, 1846, Vol. VIII, No. 22, Whole No. 386, P. 3.
Daguerreotype Rooms. The subscriber will spend a short time in Dedham, where he will attend to all orders in his profession with punctuality and dispatch. His Rooms will be found at Temperance Hall, where he will take Daguerreotype Miniatures, during all hours of the day, and in all weather.
Being the Proprietor and Operator of one of the most eligible and successful Rooms in Boston, he trusts the execution of his work will sufficiently guarantee him from the charge of quackery.
Having made arrangements for being absent from Boston but a few days, he would respectfully invite Ladies and Gentlemen who wish to sit for Miniatures, and all others, to visit his Rooms as early as possible. Howland Dawes, Daguerreotype Artist.
Advertisement ran from June 26 to August 28, 1846.
1846 July 3. The Norfolk Democrat. (Dedham, Massachusetts.) July 3, 1846, Vol. VIII, No. 23, Whole No. 387, P. 3.
H. Dawes, Daguerreotype Artist, will be in Dedham again about the 10th of July, when he will be ready to wait on those who wish to sit for their pictures. Hi rooms are at the Temperance Hall.
1846 July 24. The Norfolk Democrat. (Dedham, Massachusetts.) July 24, 1846, Vol. VIII, No. 26, Whole No. 390, P. 3.
We are requested to mention that Mr. Dawes, Daguerreotype Artist, expects to be at Mill Village, in this town, on Monday next, and will remain a few days—after which he will be at the Temperance Hall.
[1] A Directory Of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900.
Davis, William
1853-1855 117 Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland.[1]
1856-1857 Over 93 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland.1
1858-1860 121 Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland.1
1864-1868 63 East Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland.1
1854 January 20. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) January 20, 1854, Vol. XXXIV, No. 21, P. 2.
Proclamation By The President Of The United States!—Whereas, it has been ascertained that certain Filibusters are in the habit of blowing their horn pretty loud about their Daguerreotypes, the public are politely requested to call and examine those made by Davis, No. 117 Baltimore Street, Corner Of South, for One Dollar. They are certainly beautiful Daguerreotypes and also correct Likenesses. Give him a trial, by all means.
1858 August 16. The Daily Exchange. (Baltimore, Maryland.) August 16, 1858, Vol. I, No. 150, P.2.
W. Davis Ambrotype and Photograph Gallery. No. 121 Baltimore Street, three doors above South, Baltimore.
Advertisement ran from August 16, 1858 to February 25, 1859.
[1] Directory Of Maryland Photographers 1839-1900.
Davis, W. B.
1859 South West Corner of Sixth and Western Row, Cincinnati, Ohio.
1859 August 22. The Penny Press. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) August 22, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 1, P. 3.
Daguerrean Gallery, South-west corner of Sixth and Western Row, over Hannaford’s Drug Store. Pictures taken and put in good cases for 20 cts. Warranted to please.
Advertisement ran from August 22 to September 5, 1859.
1859 September 10. The Penny Press. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) September 10, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 18, P. 3.
Daguerrean Gallery, South-west corner of Sixth and Western Row, over Hannaford’s Drug Store. Pictures taken and put in good cases for 20 cts. Warranted to please.
Advertisement ran from September 10 to October 13, 1859.
1859 October 18. The Penny Press. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) October 18, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 50, P. 3.
Daguerrean Gallery, South-west corner of Sixth and Western Row, over Hannaford’s Drug Store. Pictures taken and put in good cases for 20 cts. Warranted to please.
Advertisement ran from October 18 to December 31, 1859.
Davis, R.
1859 80 Middle Street, Portland, Maine.
1859 February 22. Portland Weekly Advertiser. (Portland, Maine.) February 22, 1859, Vol. 59, No. 8, P. 3.
The Best Place In Portland….To Get A….Good Daguerreotype, Ambrotype or Photographic Likeness Is at Carleton’s Old Stand, by Carleton & Davis, No. 80 Middle Street.
1860 October 16. Maine Democrat. (Saco, Maine.) October 16, 1860. Vol. XXXII, No. 12, P. 2.
Cattle Show and Fair. The Cattle Show and Fair of the York County Agricultural Society was held in this town last week, commencing on Tuesday…List of Contributors…
D. M. Owen, Saco—Stereoscope.
Dr. J. Mason, Saco—Revolving stereoscope; silver butter knife; Portemonnaies; ring.
E. H. McKenney, Biddeford—Ambrotypes and Photographs; boxes honey.
Burnham Bros., Portland—Photographs.
1860 October 30. Maine Democrat. (Saco, Maine.) October 30, 1860. Vol. XXXII, No. 14, P. 2.
Premiums—…On Paintings…
The photographs contributed by Burnham Brothers of Portland, were very finely executed, and added much to the interest of the exhibition, we award them Diploma.
The Photographs by McKenney, of Biddeford, we consider very true to life and well executed; we award him Diploma and gratuity of $1.00
Family Groups, Photographs by Davis of Saco, but not entered by him are fine Pictures, we award Davis Diploma.
Davis, Philemon
1855-1856 1 Winter Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]
1855-1868 2 Winter Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1
1856 September 30. The Boston Herald. (Boston, Massachusetts.) September 30, 1856, No. 10,362, P. 2.
To The Public. A good daguerreotype of any size or in any style, may be obtained at Davis & Co.’s, corner Winter and Washington streets. Ambrotypes made by Davis & Co. cannot be surpassed. Davis & Co. are at the rooms formerly occupied by James & Co.
1856 October 3. The Boston Herald. (Boston, Massachusetts.) October 3, 1856, No. 10,365, P. 4.
Ambrotypes For 25 Cents! Davis & Co. execute Ambrotypes for 25 cents, at the Great Daguerrean establishment, corner of Winter and Washington sts.
1856 October 3. The Boston Herald. (Boston, Massachusetts.) October 3, 1856, No. 10,365, P. 4.
To The Public. The report that James & Co., have removed from the daguerreotype establishment at the corner of Winter and Washington streets, is incorrect, Mr. D. E. James has retired from the late firm of James & Co., and is now no way connected with the establishment at the corner of Winter and Washington streets. Davis & Co.
1856 October 14. Daily Evening Traveler. (Boston, Massachusetts.) October 14, 1856, Vol. XII, No. 166, P. 2.
Twenty-five Cent Ambrotypes. The popular and enterprising house of Davis & Co., (formerly James & Co.) corner of Winter and Washington streets, having procured the necessary apparatus, are now prepared to execute Ambrotypes in the most perfect and beautiful manner, for Twenty-five Cents!
Daguerreotypes taken for twenty-five cents, as usual.
1856 October 25. The Boston Herald. (Boston, Massachusetts.) October 25, 1856, No. 10,389, P. 2.
Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes are executed in a superior manner for 25 Centsat the corner of Winter and Washington streets, by Davis & Co.
The original 25 Cent Daguerrian Establishment is the only reliable place to visit in the city, if you wish for Pictures in any style.
Advertisement ran from October 25 to 28, 1856.
1856 October 29. The Boston Herald. (Boston, Massachusetts.) October 29, 1856, No. 10,387, P. 2.
Ambrotypes.
It is said by a man,—we won’t call his name—
It might be a libel on the name of St. James,—
That the grandfather of Ambrotypes” abides at his place,
And that all who call there may look on his face.
Those that have seen him say he’s ugly and old,
And that in their visit they were wretchedly sold.
Be this as it may, at Davis & Co.’s,
The young Ambrotype the best pictures shows of any in town.
Unlike the old “grandfather,” he never is “cross,”
And to make a good picture is ne’er at a loss;
He treats visitors well, nor sends them away
With a very poor picture after getting the pay;
Nor says “if they don’t like it they may do as they please;”
He never is up to such tricks as these.
1856 November 11. The Boston Herald. (Boston, Massachusetts.) November 11, 1856, No. 10,398, P. 2.
Old Daguerreotypes are copied in a superior manner by Davis & Co., at the corner of Winter and Washington streets. Davis & Co. also execute Daguerreotypes and Ambrotypes for 25 cents, at the original 25 cent Daguerrean Rooms, corner of Winter street.
Advertisement ran from November 11 To 13, 1856.
1856 November 15. The Boston Herald. (Boston, Massachusetts.) November 15, 1856, No. 10,402, P. 2.
If you wish for a picture of yourself or of a friend, visit the original 25 cent Daguerrean establishment corner of Winter and Washington streets. You can there get a correct likeness for 25 cents. Davis & Co. are proprietors of these well established rooms, and all who visit them are sure to be pleased. Davis & Co. execute ambrotypes for 25 cents.
1856 November 18. The Boston Herald. (Boston, Massachusetts.) November 18, 1856, No. 10,404, P. 2.
A Good Daguerreotype or a good Ambrotype may be had for 25 cents at Davis & Co.’s Daguerrean establishment, corner of Winter and Washington streets. Visit Davis & Co.’s rooms before going elsewhere, if you wish for satisfactory pictures at low prices.
1856 November 24. The Boston Herald. (Boston, Massachusetts.) November 24, 1856, No. 10,409, P. 2.
That Double Camera owned by Davis & Co., at the corner of Winter and Washington streets, is a perfect wonder in the Daguerrean art. It makes two correct Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypees of every person who looks at it, and the price for taking a peep at this wonderful instrument is 25 cents. If there is a person who has not seen the Double Camera we would advise them to visit Davis & Co.’s rooms, corner Winter and Washington streets.
1856 November 25. The Boston Herald. (Boston, Massachusetts.) November 25, 1856, No. 10,410, P. 2.
Five Hundred Daguerreotypes and Ambrotypes are executed daily at Davis & Co’s original 25 cent Daguerrean establishment, corner of Winter and Washington streets.
1856 November 28. The Boston Herald. (Boston, Massachusetts.) November 28, 1856, No. 10,411, P. 2.
Important Information. The only place in Boston where both Ambrotypes and daguerreotypes are taken for 25 cents, is at Davis & Co.’s rooms, corner of Winter and Washington streets. At Davis & Co.’s you can examine specimens and have your choice either Ambrotype or Daguerreotype for 25 cents.
1856 December 1. The Boston Herald. (Boston, Massachusetts.) December 1, 1856, No. 10,413, P. 2.
A Curiosity. A tall man on a tall ladder, doing a tall business, by erasing his name from a tall sign to prevent the public from gazing on a name now cast into outer darkness and oblivion, there to remain unmolested forever. Daves & Co. execute Daguerreotypes for 25 cents; also Ambrotypes for 25 cents; at the corner of Winter and Washington streets.
1856 December 10. The Boston Herald. (Boston, Massachusetts.) December 10, 1856, No. 10,421, P. 2.
For good Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypes visit Davis & Co., corner Winter and Washington streets. You can get either at this place for 25 cents, and be sure of a correct likeness.
1856 December 13. The Boston Herald. (Boston, Massachusetts.) December 13, 1856, No. 10,424, P. 4.
Robbery! Robbery! We consider it an imposition upon the public, and no better than robbery for miserable imitators to advertise Ambrotypes for 25 cents, and then humbug the few who visit their miserable hovels, supposing them to be respectable places, by giving them miserable pictures, such as are a disgrace to any respectable rooms, also to the man who pretends to execute them. Davis & Co., corner of Winter and Washington streets, execute the genuine Ambrotype for 25 cents, and it is the only place in Boston where you can rely upon having a good picture for 25 cents.
1856 December 24. The Boston Herald. (Boston, Massachusetts.) December 24, 1856, No. 10,423, P. 2.
Citizens and strangers, we call your attention
To the Daguerrean establishment on Winter street,
As it is the only place worthy of mention,
Where pictures are executed correct, life-like, and cheap.
The present proprietors of this popular place
Are determined to please and give satisfaction,
Then he not deceive by those who themselves disgrace,
By making pictures that are a mere imitation.
Good Daguerreotypes make beautiful presents,
And are very appropriate at any time;
You can procure them for twenty-five cents.
And they will both correctness and beauty combine.
The Daguerreotype house of Davis & Co.
Is on Washington, corner of Winter street,
Where hundreds of our citizens daily go,
And have their pictures taken fine and neat.
Davis & Co. have on hand a large assortment of Cases, Lockets, &c., suitable for Christmas or New Years presents, which they will dispose of at low prices, with Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypes of any size or style.
Remember their rooms are corner of Winter and Washington streets.
1857 September. The Daguerreotype. (Boston, Massachusetts.) September 1857, Vol. 3, N. P.
Patent Double Camera, This is the only Double Camera no In New England! Or that ever has been in use by any concern. We have the Exclusive Right To Use It, and do not make our patrons think its double or triple by inserting False Tubes, but we do take, in reality, two perfect pictures at one sitting. This is no child’s story, but is a matter of fact which may be tested by the customer who has the privilege of seeing both pictures. The Double Camera is by far The Highest Point Attained as yet in this department.
Davis & Company.
1858 January. Ninth Plate Ambrotype and advertising card. (in my collection.)
Davis & Co.’s Original 25 Cent Ambrotype Rooms, Cor. Winter & Washington St. Boston.
Davis & Co. are now executing from three to four hundred Pictures per day and giving better satisfaction than any other Establishment in New England.
Particular attention given to copying, and satisfaction warranted.
N. D. Ninth Plate Ambrotype and advertising card. (in my collection.)
Davis & Co.’s Original 25 Cent Ambrotype Rooms, Cor. Winter & Washington St. Boston.
Ambrotypes of all sizes and in every style, equal, if not superior to those made at any other establishment in the world.
Davis & Co. use the only Patent Double Camera now in use in New England.
Particular attention given to copying pictures.
The Daguerreotype is published by Davis & Co.
[1] A Directory Of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900.
Pioneer American Photographers, 1839 - 1860 