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Clifford, Daniel A.

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1855-1857       241 Essex Street, Salem, Massachusetts.[1]                       

1859-1860       49 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1                       

1860                335 Washington Street. Boston, Massachusetts.1

1861-1863       31 Winter Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1864-1865       18½ Winter Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1866                Address Unknown, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1867-1868       22 Winter Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1871-1887       Corner Main Street and Eastern Avenue, St. Johnsbury, Vermont  

1878-1879       Walton Block, State Street, Montpelier, Vermont         

1852 November 27.  The Caledonian.  (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.)  November 27, 1852, Vol. 16, No. 20, P. 2.

Singing School.—Mr. Clifford of Lebanon, N. H., advertises in our columns that he will open a singing school in this village next week.  See his notice.

1852 November 27.  The Caledonian.  (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.)  November 27, 1852, Vol. 16, No. 20, P. 3.

Singing School.  The subscriber will open a Singing School in this place on Tuesday evening November 30th, at which time he will be pleased to see all who are interested in the art of singing.  Place, to be hereafter noticed by Post Bill.  D. A. Clifford.  Nov. 22, 1852.

1855 April 30.  Salem Register.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  April 30, 1855, Vol. LVI, No. 35, P. 3. 

Ambrotype and Mezzograph Pictures!  D. A. Clifford would respectfully inform the people of Salem and vicinity, that he has taken the Daguerreotype Rooms formerly occupied by Mr. D. W. Bowdoin, No. 241 Essex st., and is prepared to take the above pictures.

The following explanation will convince all of the superiority of the Pictures:—Explanation.

The term Ambrotypes, by which the pictures are designated is derived from the Greek word ambrotos, signifying durability, over lasting, &c.  The picture is taken upon plate glass, over which is placed a corresponding glass, the two being united by an indestructible gum enabling the picture to retain its brilliancy for ages.  It will not corrode at sea, or change in any climate; is beautiful in tone, bold and clear in its effect, and may be seen in any light.

Mezzograph is an improvement on the Crystalotype process, taking the picture from real life, instead of copying from a Daguerreotype, and in less time, greatly improving the tone, and all the finer details of the picture.

The Ambrotype is patented in the United States, Great Britain and France by Mr. James A. Cutting, of Boston.

The public are invited to call and examine specimens, at my Gallery, 241 Essex street, Salem.

N. B.—The Ambrotype process is particularly adapted to taking children, as the sitting is less than one quarter the time in the usual way.  Particular attention given to copying Pictures.                   

Advertisement ran from April 30 to October 25, 1855

1855 July 12.  Salem Register.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  July 12, 1855, Vol. LVI, No. 56, P. 2.

Ambrotypes.  We would call the attention of those who wish to procure a good likeness and never changing picture, to the Ambrotype made by Mr. D. A. Clifford, at No. 241 Essex street, (formerly Mr. D. B. Bowdoin’s rooms.)  These pictures have become exceedingly popular, from the fact that they are the only pictures that will not fade or change in any climate or at sea, being taken upon plate glass, over which is placed a corresponding glass, (experiments having proved that pictures put up on a single glass are worthless,) the two surfaces being united by an indestructible gum, virtually making the picture in one solid plate of glass.  Besides, the picture is not reversed, and can be seen in any light.

1855 August 20.  Salem Register.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  August 20, 1855, Vol. LVI, No. 67, P. 3.

Caution.  Ambrotype Pictures.  The immense success and popularity of the Ambrotype Pictures has induced those who have not been able to obtain the right to work said process to offer a Worthless Imitation of these Pictures.

The fact that Ambrotypes are made upon glass leads many to suppose that all pictures on glass are Ambrotypes, but this is not so.  The Ambrotypes are put with two glasses, the picture being between, and the surfaces cemented together with an indestructible gum, thereby securing the picture from injury or change as though it were in solid glass.

I would also inform the public that the process for making Ambrotype Pictures is patented, and I have the exclusive right for Essex county; therefore no other artist has a right to make them, without a deed of right from me.

D. A. Clifford, Artist, In Ambrotype, Mezzograph & Daguerreotype Pictures, 241 Essex street, Salem.                            

Advertisement ran from August 20 to October 29, 1855.

1855 November 1.  Salem Register.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  November 1, 1855, Vol. LVI, No. 88, P. 3.

Ambrotype Pictures, The Greatest Discovery In The Photographic Art.  Patented In The United States, Great Britain and France.

D. A. Clifford would thank the people of Salem and vicinity for their very liberal patronage since his introduction of the above named Photographs to their notice, and would inform them that he is making them with so much success, that they have entirely superseded the Daguerreotype, to those wishing to preserve a lasting likeness of their family and friends.

Some of its peculiar advantages over other pictures are, that it never changes in time or climate—making it the most desirable to carry to sea—is not reversed in position—can be seen in any light as well as a painting or engraving, (and possessing a lite-like expression not attained in either) more bold, clear. And beautiful than anything before produced by the Photographic Art—all of which are gained by the picture bing made on fine white plate glass, and permanently secured between two plates of glass, being in effect as though in solid glass.  Put up in all the desirable system.

I have made recent additions of new instruments, of the best makers in the world, and my establishment is now furnished with apparatus equal to the best in the state.  My rooms are easy of access, (up only one flight of stairs) and my patrons are assured that no pains will be spared to produce as good Likenesses and Elegant Pictures as any other establishment in the country.

Caution.—the public are cautioned in purchasing pictures taken on glass, as Ambrotypes, which do not bear the patent stamp.  Pictures made on a single glass, and covered with black paint, are not ambrotypes.

I shall receive in a few days, some Fine Gold Lockets, for Ambrotypes, made expressly to my order, and which cannot be found at any other establishment in the country.

Daguerreotypes, Portraits, and all other Pictures copied in Ambrotype, at short notice.  **Daguerreotypes Taken for those who wish them.             Adults taken equally as well in cloudy as in fair weather.  Rooms 241 Essex Street, near Washington street.

Advertisement ran from November 1 to December 31, 1855.

1856 March 20.  Salem Register.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  March 20, 1856, Vol. LVII, No. 23, P. 3.

Superior Photographs!  D. A. Clifford Would invite the attention of his friends and the public, to the Photographs, on Paper or Canvas, (variously called Crystalotypes, etc.,) made by him.

Having employed, permanently, the services of eminent artists to color them, I trust the pictures made at my establishment will not be found inferior to those made by the best artists.

Pictures of all sizes and styles.

Good pictures made from a daguerreotype, or other good pictures.

Views taken, when desired.

Patent Ambrotype.  This style of Photograph has become so well known, that it requires no special attention; and we would only say, that we spare no pains or expense in producing it in its greatest perfection.

N. B.  We would say, for the information of those purchasing Ambrotypes, that all pictures taken on glass are not genuine Ambrotypes.  The difference can be easily distinguished, by the Patent Stamp which is required by law—and none others are genuine.

Ambrotypes, Photographs, And Daguerreotypes, at the Lowest Prices.—Don’t forget the number—Rooms No. 241 Essex Street, next to Kinsman’s new Building.

1856 June 30.  Salem Register.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  June 30, 1856, Vol. LVII, No. 52, P. 3.

Patent Ambrotypes.  The often repeated efforts of Mr. Snell to inform the public that the Patent Ambrotype is a great humbug, and that they are “imposed upon” by exorbitant prices, etc, etc (with a large amount of boasting of his own skill and facilities, there being no other place in Salem where “finished” pictures can be obtained), induce me to state to those that may be led to suppose that such statements are true, that the average prices charged for the Patent Ambrotype are no highrer than charged by Mr. S. for Daguerreotypes or spurious Ambrotypes.

Neither are there any improvements in the method of securing these pictures.  As to the value of the Patent Ambrotype over the single glass picture, or Daguerreotype, it is very plain to be understood —as common sense teaches any person that a picture with a glass on either side, and the two cemented together, is more surely secured from injury than any other way in which it can be done.  Besides, two glasses are stronger than one.  (The principle for making the Patent Ambrotype is patented in England and France, as well as in the United States.)

Also, I would inform those getting Pictures, that those made at my establishment are what they are represented to be, and put up in the most thorough and careful manner, and am confident that the Patent Ambrotype will continue as it now is, the most popular and desirable of all other Pictures.  In part proof of which statement, reference need only be made to the spurious imitation made by artist who have not been able to secure the patent right to make the genuine.

I would thank the people of Salem and vicinity for their very liberal patronage the past year, and no pains or expense shall be spared to merit a continuance of the same.

Rooms free to visitors—No. 241 Essex Street, next door to Kinsman’s New Building—where may be found at all times a large assortment of frames, Cases, Gold Lockets and Pins for Ambrotypes and daguerreotypes.  D. A. Clifford.

Advertisement ran from June 30 to

1857 January 1.  Salem Register.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  January 1, 1857, Vol. LVIII, No. 1, P. 2.

Painted Photographic Portraits.  We have recently had an opportunity to examine some very fine photographs, taken by Mr. Dan A. Clifford, painted in oil colors by Miss Mary Derby, a well known artist of this city.  This style of portraits is likely to be very popular.  The daguerreotypist secures an accurate likeness, and the painter gives the natural colors of person and dress, while the style is the same as that of portrait painting, and the picture is of course as durable, with the advantage of costing less.  The painted photograph does not require to be protected by glass, any more than canvas does, and, if desired, it can be done on cloth.  Miss. Derby has had considerable experience in this department, having painted a number of photographs for Boston as well as Salem daguerreotypist.  For children’s portraits, this style of picture is especially desirable, as those who have seen specimens of Miss Derby’s skill will promptly acknowledge.

1865 December 16.  Massachusetts Ploughman.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  December 16, 1865, Vol. XXV, No. 11, Whole No. 1261, P. 3.

Clifford & Shapleigh, Photographist, No. 18½ Winter St., opposite Music Hall, Boston.  D. A. Clifford.  T. W. Shapleigh.

We make it a special branch of our business to copy Daguerreotypes or other Pictures, of any size or style, retouching them in India Ink or Colors. oct14.

Advertisement was recorded on December 16, 1865 and January 6, 1866.

1866 January 2.  Boston Daily Journal.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  January 2, 1866, Vol. XXXIII, No. 10149, P. 3.

The Copartnership heretofore existing under the firm name of Clifford & Shapleigh, Photographist has been dissolved by consent of parties Thomas W. Shapleigh settles the business of the firm at the rooms, No. 18½ Winter street.  Dan A. Clifford.  Thomas W. Shapleigh.  Boston, January 1, 1866.

1866 January 13.  Massachusetts Ploughman.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  January 13, 1866, Vol. XXV, No. 15, Whole No. 1265, P. 2.

Photographs.—The establishment of Messrs. Clifford & Shapleigh is located at No. 18½ Winter Street.  We took occasion to call at their rroms a few days since, and were pleased to see the degree of neatness which pervades their establishment.  They have the reputation of giving satisfaction to all their patrons.

1866 March 2.  Boston Traveler.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 2, 1866, Vol. XXI, No. 282, P. 4. 

Arrivals At Boston Hotels March 2, 1866…

Parker House…D. A. Clifford…

1871 May 19.  St. Johnsbury Caledonian.  (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.)  May 19, 1871, Vol. 34, No. 1764, P. 3.

—Mr. Clifford has finished and furnished his photograph rooms, in Caledonian Block, in a through and neat manner and is now prepared to do work.  Mr. C. enjoys the reputation of being a first class artist, and we have no doubt he will receive a liberal patronage from the citizens of St. Johnsbury.

1871 June 9.  St. Johnsbury Caledonian.  (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.)  June 9, 1871, Vol. 34, No. 1767, P. 3.

Mr. D. A. Clifford, would announce to the people of St. Johnsbury and surrounding towns that his New Photograph Rooms are completed, and he is now prepared to execute all the various kinds of Pictures in the highest style of the Photographic Art; among which are the beautiful and much admired Porcelain, Carte de Visite, Cabinet, and all the various sizes, to life size, plain or retouched in Indian Ink, Crayon, or painted in Oil or Water colors.

Special care taken in copying small pictures of whatever kind to any size.  Also views of Buildings, Machinery, Artist’s Drawing sculpture and Works of Art.

Publishes Lake Memphremagog and other Views.

A large assortment of fine Black Walnut and Gilt Frames, Cord, &c.  Frames made to order from the Best Finished Mouldings:

This establishment has been fitted up at much expense, has a perfect light, instruments of the very best kinds made, and the appointments are not excelled, if equalled, in the state.

After fifteen years experience in the city of Boston D. A. C. feels confident he will be able to please those who desire a fine class of work at reasonable prices.  Patronage respectfully solicited.

1871 August 4.  St. Johnsbury Caledonian.  (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.)  August 4, 1871, Vol. 34, No. 1775, P. 3.

Read the following notice from the Boston Transcript:  The Perfection of Photography seems to be reached in the picture produced by Mr. D, A. Clifford, 22 Winter Street, In the great majority of photographs of human subjects, the most casual observer cannot fail to perceive that the most prominent lineaments of face or form are ludicrously exaggerated, so that hands are made to appear quite bloated, noses decidedly swelled, ears enlarged, shoulders shrugged, &c.  All these monstrosities, (not to mention others,) are voided by Mr. Clifford, whose artistic excellence is specially noticeable in the admirable drawing of his pictures, wherein the relative proportions of limbs and features are preserved, and all the effects of a painting secured.  He is equally successful with landscapes, as his charming views of the scenery around Lake Winnipiseogee, (sic.) &c. abundantly attest.  Mr. C. has all the improved facilities known to his profession and executes at short notice fine colored photographs of all styles and sizes, porcelain pictures, stereoscopic pictures from life, &c.  His rooms are well worth a visit.

1871 September 15.  St. Johnsbury Caledonian.  (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.)  September 15, 1871, Vol. 35, No. 1781, P. 3.

–Mr. D. A. Clifford, artist over the Caledonian office, has procured a quantity of views fror the stereoscope, taken on Mt. Washington last winter.  Call and see them.

1871 December 15.  St. Johnsbury Caledonian.  (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.)  December 15, 1871, Vol. 35, No. 1794, P. 2.

Clifford’s Gallery Is the place to have Pictures made of whatever kind.  Clifford’s Photographs are not excelled.  Clifford’s Porcelain Pictures are admired and praised by all who behold them.  Clifford’s Life Size Portraits are always a success, whether Copied From Small Pictures, or sittings from life.  Bring your small pictures to be Copied To Any Size or Style.

Come yourselves and bring your children.  Gilt and Black Walnut Frames on hand, and made to order.  Also Stereoscopes And Views.

Satisfaction Guaranteed, and Prices Low.  Caledonian Block, (Corner Main St., and Eastern Avenue,) St. Johnsbury, Vt.

1872 January 12.  St. Johnsbury Caledonian.  (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.)  January 12, 1872, Vol. 35, No. 1798, P. 1.

Photographers.

F. B. Gage, Brown’s Block, Main Street.

G. H. Aldrich, Burnham’s Building, Main Street.

D. A. Clifford, Caledonian Block, Main Street.

1886 December 20.  St. Johnsbury Caledonian.  (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.)  December 20, 1887, Vol. 50, No. 2579, P. 2.

D. A. Clifford, Photographic Artist, Caledonian Bl’k, Main St. St. Johnsbury.

1887 June 9.  St. Johnsbury Caledonian.  (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.)  June 9, 1887, Vol. 50, No. 2602, P. 1.

Recent Deaths.  Clifford.—The sudden death of D. A. Clifford removes a man of mark in his profession, a citizen whose artistic productions have widely extended the reputation of St. Johnsbury.  He was a man of native gifts,  Before his 8th year he could read music accurately, and at 17 he began teaching singing with such success that after a time Dr. Lowell Mason sent him, and for some years retained him as conductor of musical conventions, and agent for his publications.  But Mr. Clifford’s life work was in artistic photography, for which he had enthusiasm amounting to a passion.  He began with the introduction of the daguerreotype, about 45 years ago, and made himself master of every new process, to the time of his death.   He spared neither pains nor expense to reach idea perfection in his art, and was intolerant of anything inferior.  In this respect he believed in himself, and in his work, and he lived to gain a national reputation among artists.  Among 167 exhibitors, English and American, who entered their pictures at the exposition given by Lambert, inventor of the carbon process, at New York, in 1878, the first prize for large carbon work was awarded to Mr. Clifford, and two of his pictures were kept by Mr. Lambert to be exhibited in England as specimens of American photography.  At the time of his death, and for several years previous. Mr. Clifford was Vice President of the American Photographers Association, (for his enthusiasm at the meetings, he was familiarly known among the members as the “Old War Horse”).  His landscape pictures have been admired everywhere and have added much to the popular fame of Vermont scenery.  Not infrequently, persons appreciating nice work, have come from cities to be photographed by our St. Johnsbury artist.

Mr. Clifford was a man of strong, outspoken opinions, his speech was often seasoned with severity, his equanimity was disturbed by ill-health and repeated disappointments, but those who knew him intimately learned to appreciate his wide intelligence and sincerity of soul.  He felt his infirmities deeply, and valued above all things the mercies of his Redeemer.  Re died of heart-disease aged 61 years.

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

Clark, T. F.

Daguerreotypes, ,

1849                50 Merrimack Street, Opposite John Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.[1]

1849 November 3.  The Daystar.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  November 3, 1849, Vol. 1, No. 1, P. 3.

T. F. Clark, Artist’ Daguerreotype Rooms, By Sky-Light, No. 50 Merrimack street, opposite John street, Lowell, Mass.

The attention of the public is respectfully solicited to a new and more superior style of pictures than was ever offered in this vicinity.

Miniatures taken in any weather.  Prices ranging from 75 cents to $10, according to the style and size of the cases.  Also, Daguerreotypes, Portrait Paintings, Engravings, Drawings, or Statuary carefully copied at short notice.

N. B.—Particular attention paid in taking Miniatures of young children, choosing always to have them brought in the forenoon.  No charge, unless we are successful in the experiment.

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

Clark, Jr., George

Daguerreotypes, ,

1853-1861       59 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1854 October 18.  The Union Democrat.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  October 18, 1854, Vol. 4, No. 196, P. 3.

Know Nothings, Read!!  Our 250,000 readers, whether they severally reside here or there, are informed that when they want just as good a daguerreotype picture as skill and art can produce, and at a price that shall please should go to Clark’s well known Saloon, 59 Court street, Boston, where the article will be furnished without mistake.  Mr. Clark has made his business a study, and like a good student, renders his work a study and admiration for others.  All of which is suggestive of a call and a picture.  Let everybody make amen.—Know Nothing and Am. Crusader.

We of the Dispatch know something about Capt. Clark’s capability as a Daguerreotypist, and cheerfully the compliment paid him by our know Nothing friends.  There are hundreds of places in this city where cheap pictures can be obtained at cheap prices,—but bear it in mind, you get cheap pictures, nothing else.  Not so with the artist of whom we write.  Those we patronize him will be sure of getting the best productions of the Daguerreotype art, and at prices lower than at any other establishment in the city.  We quote “Let everybody remember 59 Court street, Boston.—Sunday Dispatch.

Advertisement ran from October 18 to December 6, 1854.

1854 October 19.  Independent Democrat.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  October 19, 1854, Vol. X, No. 25, P. 3.

Know Nothings, Read!!  Our 250,000 readers, whether they severally reside here or there, are informed that when they want just as good a daguerreotype picture as skill and art can produce, and at a price that shall please should go to Clark’s well known Saloon, 59 Court street, Boston, where the article will be furnished without mistake.  Mr. Clark has made his business a study, and like a good student, renders his work a study and admiration for others.  All of which is suggestive of a call and a picture.  Let everybody make amen.—Know Nothing and Am. Crusader.

We of the Dispatch know something about Capt. Clark’s capability as a Daguerreotypist, and cheerfully the compliment paid him by our know Nothing friends.  There are hundreds of places in this city where cheap pictures can be obtained at cheap prices,—but bear it in mind, you get cheap pictures, nothing else.  Not so with the artist of whom we write.  Those we patronize him will be sure of getting the best productions of the Daguerreotype art, and at prices lower than at any other establishment in the city.  We quote “Let everybody remember 59 Court street, Boston.—Sunday Dispatch.

Advertisement ran from October 19 to November 16, 1854.

1854 October 20.  Barre Patriot.  (Barre, Massachusetts.)  October 20, 1854, Vol. XI, No. 15, P. 3.

Boston Directory.  Know Nothings, Read!!  Our 250,000 readers, whether they severely reside here or there, are informed that when they want just as good a daguerreotype picture as skill and art can produce, and at a price that shall please should go to Clark’s well known Saloon, 59 Court street, Boston, where the article will be furnished without mistake.  Mr. Clark has made his business a study, and like a good student, renders his work a study and admiration for others.  All of which is suggestive of a call and a picture.  Let everybody make amen.—Know Nothing and Am. Crusader.

We of the Dispatch know something about Capt. Clark’s capability as a Daguerreotypist, and cheerfully the compliment paid him by our know Nothing friends.  There are hundreds of places in this city where cheap pictures can be obtained at cheap prices,—but bear it in mind, you get cheap pictures, nothing else.  Not so with the artist of whom we write.  Those we patronize him will be sure of getting the best productions of the Daguerreotype art, and at prices lower than at any other establishment in the city.  We quote “Let everybody remember 59 Court street, Boston.—Sunday Dispatch.  

Advertisement was recorded four time between October 20 to December 8, 1854.

1855 December 5.  Boston Daily Mail.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  December 5, 1855, Vol. XV, No. 288, P. 3.

Metropolitan Daguerrean Gift Company No. 59 Court Street Boston.  A Fortune To Be Made.

The Following are among the Gifts of the Company.

1 Brick House in Boston, 3 stories…………………………………………..$12,000.

1 House and Farm 150 acres in Northfield, Vt…………………………………5,000.

2 Houses and Land in the vicinity of Boston, (2,500 each,)………………….5,000.

1 Two and one-half story Wooden House nearly new in Worcester………..4,500.

1 Lot of Land at Wellington Hill, Watertown, Mass………………………………900.

2 Lots of Land at Wellington Hill, Watertown, Mass…..$500…………….…..1,000.

6 House Lots, at Wellington Hill, Watertown, Mass……600…………………3,600.

1 cash Gift…………………………………………………………………………5,000.

5     do……………………………………………………1,000……………….…5,000.

5     do………………………………………………………500…………….……2,500.

20   do……………………………………………………..100…………………..2,000.

50   do……………………………………………………….10…………………….500.

2 Rosewood Pianos………………………………………500………………….1,000.

5   do   do……………………………………………………..300………………….1,500.

1 pair of Matched Horses…………………………………………………………..500.

1 Carriage…………………………………………………………………………1,000.

1 set of Jewelry……………………………………………………………………..150.

3 sets of  do………………………………………………..100…………………….300.

100 sets Ear-Drops……………………………………………5………………..….500.

2 Gold Watches, double case ind 2d……………………..50……………………..300.

10         do                         do…………………………………..100………………….1,000.

10         do…………………………………………………….75……………………750.

100      do………………………………………………….…50……………….…5,000.

100 Silver Watches…………………………………………25…………….……2,500.

10 lots Carpeting, 50 yards each….…………………….1.25………………….2,500.            

10 Melodeons. ……………………………………………..50……………………500.

200 Gold Pencils………………………………………….….5……………..…..1,000.

200     do Breast Pins…………………………………………5………………….1,000.

1,000  do Pencils……………………………………………..3…………………3,000.

12,000 Miscellaneous Gifts…………………………………..1………………..12,000.

83,000 Engravings………………………………………………………….…..19,000.           

                                                                                                                         $100,000

One Dollar will entitle each patron to a Daguerreotype and one of the Gifts from the foregoing stock of Gifts in the Company, and our guaranty that each will get his money’s worth.

Two Dollars will entitle one to a $2 Daguerreotype and to two Gifts, and those wishing Daguerreotypes of greater value will receive the same in Gifts, proportioned in number to the price of them.

The Metropolitan Daguerrean Gift Company has made arrangements with Capt. George Clark, Jr., well known to the public as one of the most skilful Daguerreotype Artists in the country, to superintend their operations.  All orders relative to the business of the Company must be addressed to him at his old place of business, No. 59 Court street, Boston.

An excellent opportunity in thus offered for such persons to receive at the sametime an equivalent in an excellent picture for the money paid, with a certainty of obtaining at least a valuable present.                     

That the affair will be conducted in good faith towards all parties interested, is guaranteed by the high standing in the community of the gentleman to whom the chief management has been entrusted.

A Card.—The undersigned having made arrangements with the above name Company to conduct their business, hereby announces, that affairs shall be managed in a fair and honorable manner.  George Clark, Jr., General Agent M. G. D. Company.

N. B.  Artists in all parts of the country desiring to become Agents in all parts of the country desiring to become Agents will forward their application as above.

N.B.  Eleven Daguerreotype Gift Tickets for Ten Dollars. nov.10.                                                           

Advertisement was recorded on December 5, 14, 21, 1855; February 4, 1856; March 8 & 21, 1856.

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

Clark, Henry H.

Ambrotypes, Photographs, , , , , ,

1858                23 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland.

1858 April 2.  The Daily Exchange.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  April 2, 1858, Vol. I, No. 35, P.3.

H. H. Clark’s Ambrotype and Photograph Gallery No. 23 West Baltimore Street, (Corner Centre Market Space,) Baltimore.                              

Advertisement ran from April 2 to October 20, 1858. 

1858 April 2.  The Daily Exchange.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  April 2, 1858, Vol. I, No. 35, P.4.

Business Directory.  Photographers. 

H. H. Clark, 23 W. Baltimore street.

E. Tuttle, 207 W. Baltimore street.

J. W. Perkins, 211 and 217 W. Baltimore street

P. L. Perkins, 99 Baltimore st.

Advertisement ran from April 2 to 17, 1858.

Clark, F. H.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreian Stock and Materials, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , , , , , ,

1853-1859       1 Clark’s Marble Block, corner Main & Madison Streets, Memphis, Tennessee.

1853 November 12.  Southern Shield.  (Helena, Arkansas.)  November 12, 1853, Vol. XIV, No. 31, P. 3.

F. H. Clark & Co. Have moved to their new store on Main street, where will be found an assortment of Watches, Jewelry, Silver-Ware, Guns, Fancy Goods &c., equal to any in the United States, and prices as low.

Our Daguerrean Gallery.  W. H. DeShong, Artist, is now ready for visitors, with every facility to produce first quality Pictures.  Open Day and Night.

In building our new store we have taken especial pains to construct a suit of rooms for the express purpose of taking Daguerreotype Pictures.  Our arrangement of light is the most approved by the best operators, producing pictures quickly and true to nature; the rooms are spacious and handsomely furnished.  Affording every comfort and convenience for our customers.  In this branch we have associated with us Mr. W. H. DeShong, a gentleman of experience and great skill in the art, who will take charge of the rooms, as we will use none but the best instruments and materials, and procure early each improvement in the art, we trust we shall be able at all times to present our friends and customers with “another self,” so like that, but for the difference in size, it would be difficult to say which was which. 

To make this branch of our business complete we have increased our assortment of Daguerrean Jewelry, such as Lockets, with from one to four Pictures; Pins, double and single, Rings; Seals; Keys; Canes; Watches—A superior article, made expressly for Daguerreotypes.  F. H. Clark & Co. Memphis, October 10, 1853.

Advertisement ran from November 12, 1853 to November 11, 1854.

1855 January 6.  Southern Shield.  (Helena, Arkansas.)  January 6, 1855, Vol. XV, No. 38, P. 3.

Guns!  Guns!!…Pistols…Watches…Silver-Ware…Silver Plated Goods…Clocks…Cutlery…

Jewelry…Our Mechanical Branch…Watch Work…Jewelry…Engravings…

Our Daguerrean Gallery.  W. H. DeShong, Artist.  Having built a suit of rooms for this express purpose, and procure, regardless of cost, a full assortment of the best instruments, with all the improvements in the art, we are prepared to take portraits, which, for correct likeness, fine tone, clear outline, and durability, cannot be surpassed.  A large stock of Daguerrean goods always on hand, and instruction given in the art.  F. H. Clark & Co. Dec. 30, 1854.

Advertisement ran from January 6 to October 20, 1855.

1856 February 23.  Southern Shield.  (Helena, Arkansas.)  February 23, 1856, Vol. XVI, No. 45, P. 3.

Guns!  Guns!!…Pistols…Watches,…Silver-Ware…Silver-Plated Goods…Clocks…Cutlery… Jewelry…Our Mechanical Branch…Watch Work…Jewelry…Engraving,…

Our Daguerrean Gallery.  W. H. DeShong, Artist.  Having built a suit of rooms for this express purpose, and procure, regardless of cost, a full assortment of the best instruments, with all the improvements in the art, we are prepared to take portraits, which, for correct likeness, fine tone, clear outline, and durability, cannot be surpassed.  A large stock of Daguerrean goods always on hand, and instruction given in the art.  F. H. Clark & Co. Dec. 30, 1854.

1856 October 25.  Southern Shield.  (Helena, Arkansas.)  October 25, 1856, Vol. XVII, No. 24, P. 2.

Dissolution.  On the 1st June, 1856, the firm heretofore existing between F. H. Clark and A. C. Wurzbach, was dissolved by mutual consent.  F. H. Clark is charged with the settlement of the business of the late firm of F. H. Clark & Co.  F. H. Clark A. C. Wurzbach.

New Firm The subscribers have associated themselves together under the firm of F. H. Clark & Co.  F. H. Clark, Jas. S. Wilkins, Th’s Hill.

A. Card—Our New Firm.  It affords me pleasure to announce to my friends, and the public, that I have associated with my former partner, James S. Wilkins, and my well known assistant, Thomas Hill, under the familiar style of F. H. Clark & Co.

The new firm will start with an efficient force in each mechanical branch, the Watch department being under the supervision of Mr. Wilkins.

Our clerks are polite and attentive—our stock full at all times of the latest fashions, and prices as low as the same quality and style of goods can be purchased in Philadelphia or New York.

I am thankful for the liberal patronage extended to me during my fifteen years residence in Memphis.  My aim will be to merit its continuance.  Oct. 4, 1856.  F. H. Clark.

Guns!  Guns!…Pistols…Watches…Silver-Ware…Silver-Plated Goods…Clocks…Cutlery…

Jewelry…Our Mechanical Branch…Watch Work…Jewelry…Engraving,…

Our Daguerrean Gallery.  Prof.  Remington, Artist.  Having built a suit of rooms for this express purpose, and procure, regardless of cost, a full assortment of the best instruments, with all the improvements in the art, we are prepared to take portraits, which, for correct likeness, fine tone, clear outline, and durability, cannot be surpassed.  A large stock of Daguerrean goods always on hand, and instruction given in the art.  F. H. Clark & Co. Oct 4, 1856.

Advertisement ran from October 25, 1856 to June 27, 1857.

1857 January 1.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  January 1, 1857, Vol. VII, No. 246, P. 1.

The Sphereotype.  The latest and by far the most important improvement in Photography is the recently patented picture known as the Sphereotype, which is not only new and unlike any of its predecessors, but greatly superior to all.  The Sphereotype is proof against Time, Air, and Water, and for the richness of tone, warmth of expression and distinctness has to equal—in fact the illusion is such that the picture, or image, seems suspended in air, entirely independent of the background.

For this picture we have the exclusive right for Memphis.  Specimens can be seen in our Gallery, where pictures are also taken in the various styles by our Artist, Prof. Remington, who combines the chemist with the Artist, which enables him at all times to produce superior Pictures.          F. H. Clark & Co., No 1 Clark’s Marble Block.  dec2.

Advertisement ran from January 1, 1857 to August 4, 1858.

1857 January 1.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  January 1, 1857, Vol. VII, No. 246, P. 4.

Dissolution.  On the 1st June, 1856, the firm heretofore existing between F. H. Clark and A. C. Wurzach was dissolved by mutual consent.  F. H. Clark is charged with the settlement of the business of the late firm of F. R. Clark & Co.  F. H. Clark.  A. C. Wurzbach.  New Firm… of F. H. Clark & Co.  F. H. Clark,  Jas. S. Wilkins, Thos. Hill.

A Card.  Our New Firm…Established 1841….Our leading branches are, first—Watches,…Jewelry….Guns, Guns….Pistols,…Silver Goods….Silver Plated Goods…Cutlery…Our Mechanical Branch…..Engraving…

Our Daguerrean Gallery, Prof. Remington, Artist, Embraces a suit of rooms built expressly for the purpose, and we are prepared to furnish our customers with first class pictures in all the various styles.

In building expressly for our business, we have combined every convenience for the different branches, and greatly reduced our expenses, which, with our facilities and the extension of our business, enables us to sell goods and do work on the most reasonable terms.  Goods cheerfully shown and fairly represented, and we invite all, both buyers and the curious, to drop in without ceremony and examine our stock.  We keep open house for all.  F. H. Clark & Co.    oct16.

Advertisement ran from January 1 to May 6, 1857.

1857 March 13.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  March 13, 1857, Vol. VII, No. 307, P. 3.

At Clark’s Daguerrean Gallery is a colored Photograph of Mr. Fray, the artist, colored by himself and taken by Mr. Remington, which is as perfect and beautiful a likeness as one will see anywhere.  It is a large, but not a full size.  Mr. Frye has also painted several other likeness of well-known citizens, among others a most perfect portrait of Fletcher Lane, Esq., and one of James Elder, Esq., Michael Magevney, Esq., etc.

1857 June 6.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  June 6, 1857, Vol. VIII, No. 67, P. 2.

Gen. Walker was again called to stand up and show himself, so as to give all an opportunity to see him, and he appeared a few moments on the stand, bowing modestly to the excited and enthusiastic multitude.

After the reception had concluded, General Walker was conducted in an open carriage to Clark’s Daguerreian Gallery, where Professor Remington succeeded in getting two very excellent likenesses of him—one a photograph and the other an ambrotype.  We understand it is his intention to multiply copies of the photograph and place them in the reach of all who wish a copy….

1857 June 6.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  June 6, 1857, Vol. VIII, No. 67, P. 2.

Gen. Walker.  On Monday, June 8, will be issued at F. H. Clark & Co.’s Gallery, copies of Prof. Remington’s Photograph of Gen. Walker, the only original picture of him in Memphis.

Advertisement ran from June 6 to July 8, 1857.

1857 October 9.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  October 9, 1857, Vol. VIII, No. 174, P. 3.

The Zoonograph.  The superiority of the Ambrotype over the Daguerreotype is universally acknowledged, and they in their turn are totally eclipsed by the Zoonograph, which is the result of a new chemical process discovered by Professor Remington, and perfected after much labor and perseverance.

These pictures are more clear in their outlines, brilliant in tone, life-like in expression, durable, richly-colored and elegantly finished, than any style of Photographic picture that it has ever been our pleasure to examine critically.

Clark’s Gallery contains everything requisite, every convenience and facility that can be desired or obtained to execute in the most perfect manner any of the various styles of photographic work.  It will richly repay a visit, and especially so to those who desire artistic pictures.

We can also assure the public that Prof. Remington is in possession of several processes and materials in his art, that no other establishment in this part of the country commands.  As a consequence, he is enabled to give a beauty, finish and life to his pictures that we shall in vain look for from other artist.

Give him a call and judge for yourselves.  Clark’s marble Block, Corner Main and Madison streets.      sep29.

1857 November 12.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  November 12, 1857, Vol. VIII, No. 203, P. 2.

Premium Pictures!  The Zo-onograph!!  The superiority of the Ambrotype over the Daguerreotype is universally acknowledged, and they in their turn are totally eclipsed by the Zo-onograph, which is the result of a new chemical process discovered by Professor Remington, and perfected after much labor and perseverance.

These pictures and all the styles known to the art are taken by Professor Remington, in the new operating room of F. H. Clarke & Co.   nov12.

Advertisement ran from November 12 to December 18, 1857.

1858 January 17.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  January 17, 1858, Vol. VIII, No. 259, P. 3.

A Mammoth Photograph.—We were yesterday shown a fine photograph of the gifted young tragedian, Edwin Booth, taken by Remington at Clark’s Gallery.  This picture is the best that we have seen coming from the same hands, and will, we think, compare with the best photographs executed at the North.  It is a large picture—12×14 inches—and photographs the character of the subject to the life.  WE understand that Remington has just added a new improvement to his much admired Zoonograph, which he styles the Crayon Zoonograph.  Everybody should see his specimens before procuring pictures at other establishments.

1858 December 21.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  December 21, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 237, P. 2.

F. H. Clark & Co.’s. Column.  Watchmakers, Jewelers, Silversmiths, And Engravers, Importers And Dealers In Watches, Clocks, Silver and Plated Ware, Guns, Fancy Goods, Jewelry, &c.

New Goods…Fine Goods…Watches…Jewelry…Silver Ware…Clocks…Guns, Guns!… Spectacles…Cutlery…Engraving…

Our Picture Gallery—Professor Remington, Artist, Is one of the most extensive in the Union.  Superior Pictures taken in all the various styles known to the Photographic art.  The Sphereotype and Remington’s Zoonographs, are worthy of special notice.  J. O’B. Inman This Celebrated Artist…

1859 October 9.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  October 9, 1859, Vol. X, No. 238, P. 3.

Clark & Remington’s Gallery, No. 1 Clark’s Marble Block.—Photographs from Miniatures to life size, colored in oil or water colors.  Ambrotypes and sphereotypes.           

Advertisement ran from October 9 to 15, 1859.

1859 October 18.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  October 18, 1859, Vol. X, No. 245, P. 3.

Ivorytypes!  Ivorytypes!!  Clark & Remington’s Gallery.—The greatest improvement ever invented, having all the softness and brilliancy of color peculiar to the genuine ivory miniature, and at prices within the reach of all, taken Only at Clark & Remington’s mammoth sky-light gallery.  Also photographs, sphereotypes and ambrotypes.                                       

Advertisement ran from October 18 to November 8, 1859.

1859 November 20.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  November 20, 1859, Vol. X, No. 274, P. 3.

Everybody visits Clark & Remmington’s famous Gallery of Art.  Their Ivorytypes, Photographs, Sphereotypes and Ambrotypes are works of art.  Perfect pictures and warranted to please.  Remember the place—Clark & Remmington’s mammoth sky-light gallery, corner Main and Madison streets.                                                                                                              

Advertisement ran from November 20 to December 17, 1859.

1859 December 14.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  December 14, 1859, Vol. X, No. 293, P. 3.

Christmas Gifts.—Clark & Remington have just received a large assortment of fine pearl, velvet and gilt cases, especially intended to supply the demand for their pictures as Christmas approaches.  Our prices will be found to suit all who wish good and durable pictures—Ivorytypes, photographs, miniatures in oil, ambrotypes, etc.  Look in and examine specimens, corner of main and Madison streets.                                                                                    

Advertisement ran from December 14 to 25, 1859.

Clark, E. P.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, , , , ,

1855                9 Market Square, Providence, Rhode Island.

1856                Address Unknown, Holyoke, Massachusetts.[1]

ca.1856-1860  Ashley’s Building, Westfield, Massachusetts.1

1855 May 19.  General Advertiser.  (Providence, Rhode Island.)  May 19, 1855, Vol. VIII, No. 26, P. 2.

Granite Hall Daguerrean Saloon, At No. 9 Market Square.  One of the oldest Daguerrean Establishments and large Sky-Lights in the city.

Daguerreotypes put up in a neat velvet lined Morocco case for 50 cents.

This establishment is under the superintendence of Mr. E. P. Clark, who has had a long experience in the daguerreotype business.  Sitters can depend on having their work done in the highest style of the art.

Remember the number—9 Market square.

Advertisement was recorded on May 19 and September 15, 1855.

ND. Broadside Greg Drake’s Collection.

Ambrotypes, and Cloth Pictures!  E. P. Clark (Artist permanently located in Holyoke) and J. C. Howe, would respectfully inform the citizens of Westfield and vicinity that they are located at Ashley’s Building, Up one flight of stairs—room opposite H. Fuller’s Law office in the same building— for a few days to exhibit a new style of Picture, and to wait upon those who may require their services.

Ambrotypes, Meleneotypes, Ambrographs &c., Also Pictures on Enameled Cloth, Taken for the low price of Twenty-Five Cents, having the beauty of the ambrotype and Daguerreotype combined, and may be inclosed in a letter and sent to any part of the world free of postage.

Do not lose this opportunity to secure a Likeness at the very lowest price.       Some beautiful styles of Ambrotype Cases.  E. P. Clark, J. C. Howe.

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

Clark, D.

Daguerreotypes, ,

1850                Corner of State and Water Streets, Bridgeport, Connecticut.

1850 March 20, 1850.  Tri-Weekly Standard.  (Bridgeport, Connecticut.)  March 20, 1850, Vol. 1, No. 33, P. 1.

City Daguerrian Rooms Corner of State and Water streets, Bridgeport. D. Clark would respectfully announce to the citizens of Bridgeport and vicinity, that he has taken rooms at the above location, and is now prepared to give likenesses, which for strictness of delineation and perfectness of mechanical execution, cannot be equalled by any other establishment in this State.  Knowing that many wish to avail themselves of likenesses of their friends, whose means are limited, his scale of prices has been fixed at low rates.  Likenesses taken of the Sick And Deceased at the shortest notice, and in a superior manner.

Public Buildings, copies of Portraits, &c., taken with apparatus particularly adapted to such purposes.

Pictures taken for Lockets, Bracelets, Pins and Rings.  The publicare respectfully invited to call and examine specimens.

Instruction in the art given on reasonable terms.  Dark dresses in all cases preferred.  J 29.

Advertisement ran from March 20 to April 8, 1850.

Clark, C. A.

Photographs, , ,

1859                Main Street, Frankfort, Kentucky.[1]

1859 September 17.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  September 17, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 24, P. 3.

Gone To Frankfort.—Lewis Bloom, the excellent photographist, has gone to Frankfort, Ky., where he has formed a connection with the Clark Daguerriean Gallery.  He is a young man of no small merits, and his works must soon induce him to the good people of that meridian.

[1] Address from Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

Clark Brothers & B. L. Higgins

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1850-1851       Tremont Row, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1850-1851       Franklin Building, Syracuse, New York.

1850-1851       128 Genesse Street, Utica, New York.

1850-1851       551 Broadway, New York, New York.

1848 May 1.  Springfield Daily Republican (Springfield, Massachusetts) Vol. 5, No. 102. P. 2.

…A brick building in Syracuse, N. Y., owned and occupied by Ehle, Borden & Co., dry goods merchants, was destroyed by fire on the 27th.  D. McDougall & Co., shoe dealers, Clark & Co. daguerreotypers, Misses Ruggles, Milliners, also lost heavily.

1850 November 1.  Daguerreian Journal.  Vol. 1, No. 1, p. 27.

Clark Brothers, & B. L. Higgins.  Daguerreian Gallery, over the “Regulator,” Franklin Buildings, Syracuse N. Y., No. 128 Genesse St., Utica, Tremont Row, Boston, and 551 Broadway, New York.

Advertisement ran November 1 & 15 Vol. 1, No. 1 & 2.

1850 November 15.  Daguerreian Journal.  Vol. 1, No. 2, P. 51.

Clarks of Boston, Utica and Syracuse, have opened fine Daguerreotype Rooms in New York, in connection with those already established in the former cities.

1850 December 2.  Daguerreian Journal.  Vol. 1, No. 3, n. p.

Clark Brothers, & B. L. Higgins.  Daguerreian Gallery, over the “Regulator,” Franklin Buildings, Syracuse N. Y., No. 128 Genesse St., Utica, Tremont Row, Boston, and 551 Broadway, New York.

Likenesses by the improved Daguerreotype of various sizes, and of the most delicate executions may be obtained at the above rooms during the day, from 8 A. M., to 5 P. M.

Chemicals, Plates, Cases, Cameras, Apparatus, and other materials, connected with the art, constantly on hand, and for sale at New York prices.

All articles are selected with great care and warranted to give the best satisfaction.

Advertisement ran from November 15, 1850 To November 1, 1851.

1851 December 1.  Daguerreian Journal.  Vol. 3, No. 2, n. p.

We regret to learn that Mr. B. L. Higgins of Syracuse, has met with a severe loss by fire; the amount of property destroyed, consisting of Daguerreotype goods, apparatus, &c., is estimated at $1,800.  There is an insurance of $1,000.  This establishment was for some time carried on by Clark & Brothers.  This is now the second time it has been destroyed by fire.

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

Clark

Daguerreotypes, ,

1850                Address and Location Albany, New York.

1850 September 13.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  September 13, 1850, Vol. XXV, No. 17, Whole No. 1,265, P. 2.

From the State Register.  The State Fair…Manufacturing Hall…The daguerreotype business ought to be flourishing, by the handsome displays made by its practitioners.  In addition to Mr. D. E. Gavit’s mentioned yesterday, Messrs. Mead and Clark of this city, have both handsome collections of portraits.  Mr. D. D. T. Davis, of Utica, also exhibits a collection of Daguerreotypes, comprising some excellent likenesses of very distinguished persons and some beautiful portraits, [con] considered as works of art, of which the originals are unknown here.