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Buell, L. W.

Daguerreotypes, ,

1852                Address Unknown, South Farms, Connecticut.

1852 April 15.  The Litchfield, Republican.  (Litchfield, Connecticut.)  April 15, 1852, Vol. V, No, 43, Whole No. 251, P.  2.

Sky Light Daguerreotypes, L. W. Buell’s Daguerrean Gallery has arrived in South Farms, where it will remain for a few days only, giving to those who wish to preserve the Likeness of themselves or their friends a rare chance of securing Correct Likenesses.  Ladies and gentlemen are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens and satisfy themselves as to his ability to produce first rate Pictures, having the combined advantages of both Sky and Side Light.  His facilities for good work are unsurpassed.  Pictures put upmin every style, and satisfaction in all cases guaranteed.  Daguerreotypes taken equally as well in cloudy as pleasant weather.

Terms from one dollar and upwards.

Advertisement ran from April 15 to May 6, 1852.

Buel, Eli W.

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

Ca. 1846                      Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

Ca. 1847                      Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

1849-1855                   Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

1850-1851                   North Street, Opposite the Baptist Church, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

1851-1856                   West’s Block, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.           

1856-1857                   Corner North and Depot Streets, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

1859-1860                   69 North Street corner Depot, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

1865-1868                   Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

Ca.1868-1878             Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

1849 October 10.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  October 10, 1849, Vol 2, No. 41, P. 3.

Thirty-Ninth Annual Cattle Show & Fair, Of The Berkshire Agricultural Society.  Held at Pittsfield, Wednesday & Thursday, Oct 3d and 4th, 1849.  Report of Committees, &c…

Premiums Awarded…The Committee was highly gratified by the exhibition of Paintings and specimens of Daguerreotypes, &c.

They awarded to Mr. E. W. Buel of Pittsfield, for specimens of Daguerreotype Likenesses a premium of $2.

To Mr. M. B. Peters of Pittsfield, for specimens of the same.  $1.

1849 December 5.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  December 5, 1849, Vol 2, No. 49, P. 7.

Collegiate Institute, Pittsfield, Mass. 

Rev. Robert C. Wetenhall, Principal, And Instructor in Mathematics and Natural Sciences.

Francis L. Hodges, A. B. Instructor in Ancient Languages.

Col. Asa Barr,  Instructor in Vocal Music with Piano.

E. W. Buel, Instructor in Penmanship.

Albert D. Norton, Superintendent of the Study Hall…

1850 December 25.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  December 25, 1850, Vol III, No. 47, P. 3.

Daguerrian Gallery.  Secure the Shadow ere the substance fade,

Let nature copy that which nature made;

Think not these Portraits, by the sun-light made,

Shades through they are, will like a shadow fade.

No! when the lip of flesh in dust shall lie,

When death’s gray film spreads o’er the beaming

Buell’s life-like pictures, mocking at decay, [eye,

Will still be fresh and vivid as the day.

My Gallery is open from sunrise to sunset, opposite the Baptist Church, North street, where I shall be pleased to see visitors to examine specimens, whether they wish pictures or not.  For portraits of adults by my process, and improved instruments, a cloudy day is quite as favorable as sunshine.

For children, a clear day (between 11 A. M. and 2 P. M.) is preferable.

In dress, Ladies are recommended to wear figured or dark material, avoiding white, light blue or pink; a scarf or shawl gives a pleasing effect to the picture.  For children, plaid, striped or figured dresses; lace-work and ringlets add much to the beauty of the picture.

Portraits, Miniatures and Daguerreotypes Copied.

Views of Buildings and Grounds Taken.

Invalids waited on at their residences, also, likenesses of Deceased Persons Taken.

The proprietor of this Gallery can assure the public that if facilities, skill, and experience are of any avail, he is not behind the time, either in This Country or Europe.

I possess all the latest improvements in the art, Coloring, &c., use none but the Best Material, and give my personal attention to the business.

N. B.  I will furnish a finished Likeness as low as any other establishment in the Country, previous to my removal to my New Rooms In West’s Block.  E. W. Buell.

Advertisement ran from November 20, 1850 to January 15, 1851.

1851 August 13.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  August 13 1851, Vol IV, No. 33, P. 3.

Buel’s Sky-Light Daguerrian Gallery, Wests’ Block,—Pittsfield, Mass.  The public are informed that this elegant Gallery of the Photographic Art, is the only place in Berkshire County where Daguerreotypes of the first class can be obtained.  I will see pictures for less money, (of the same quality,) from this time, than can be had in this State.

In This Establishment Miniatures of all sizes, from those of Finger Rings and Lockets, up to the full size Plates can now be furnished, and will be warranted equal in quality to any which can be made of the same person in New York, Philadelphia, Boston, or any other place.  No Pictures need to be taken unless it gives perfect satisfaction.  The exceeding difficulty in taking the likeness of children is also obviated, and Perfect Pictures can generally be obtained in three seconds.  The [attention] of parents is particularly requested to this fact.

Family Groups And Parties of almost any number can be taken on large plates.

Old Daguerreotypes Copied Accurately.  Miniatures Of Deceased Persons taken at their residence, in or out of town.

Prices Are Reduced to those generally charged for an ordinary article.  The very superior Miniatures at this Gallery are thus placed within the means of all, while an inducement is offered to those already supplied, to have duplicates taken.

Cameras, Plates, Cases, Chemicals and everything used in the Daguerrian line constantly on hand.  Instruction given, with all the latest improvements in the art, on moderate terms.

Advertisement ran from August 13 to September 3, 1851.

1851 October 8.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  October 8, 1851, Vol IV, No. 41, P. 2.

Cattle Show & Fair Of The Berkshire Agricultural Society, Held at Pittsfield. Mass., on Wednesday and Thursday, October 1st and 2d, 1851.  Report of Committees, &c….

–and two cases of Daguerreotypes, one by our old friend Buel, taken with all has accustomed clearness, and in a new style, with light background, having a fine effect; and the other by Mr. R. W Dewey, who has but recently arrived among us.—His pictures are very good.

1854 October 12.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  October 12, 1854, Vol. LV, No. 2821, P. 2.

The “Farmers’ Holiday.”  On Wednesday and Thursday of last week occurred the 44th annual Cattle Show and Fair of the Berkshire Agricultural Society, the first Society of the kind formed in the United States…

The Paintings of Mr. Themman, and the Daguerreotypes of Mr. E. W. Buel and Mr. R. H. Dewey were greatly admired.

1854 November 2.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  November 2, 1854, Vol. LV, No. 2824, P. 3.

Attention, Pittsfield Guard.—There will be a meeting at the Armory on Monday evening, Nov. 6, and as business of importance is to be transacted at that time, it is very necessary that there should be a full attendance.  E. W. Buel, Secretary.

1856 November 27.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  November 27, 1856, Vol. LVII, No. 2932, P. 2.

Sphereotype.—The attention of our readers is invited to the advertisement of Mr. E. W. Buel, who has a new process for taking Pictures on Glass, with all the apparent colors of life itself.—Mr. B. has shown us some Pictures taken by the new process which are exceedingly beautiful and cannot fail to please all who give them an examination.  Go to his rooms and see his specimens.

1856 November 27.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  November 27, 1856, Vol. LVII, No. 2932, P. 3.

Great Excitement In Pittsfield, At Buel’s Daguerreotype, Sphereotype, And Ambrotype Rooms, Over the New York Emporium, corner of North and Depot Streets.

Having Purchased The Exclusive Right to the County for the new process called the Sphereotype, That was Patented by Bisbee & Day, whereby Pictures are taken on Glass with all the apparent colors of life itself, surpassing in beauty and elegance every other style of Picture ever before presented to the public, you are invited to call and examine specimens.

Ambrotypes by a new process equal to any thing in the country.

Daguerreotypes of all sizes, as usual.

Operators in the County can obtain the Sphereotype process and Instruction, by applying to E. W. Buel, Photographer.

Advertisement ran from November 27, 1856 to September 3, 1857.

1857 May 27.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  May 27, 1857, Vol X, No. 22, P. 3.

To Rent.  The well know Daguerrian Rooms in West’s Block, so long occupied by E. W. Buel, with that best sky-light in the country.  John C. West & Bro. Pittsfield, April 21, 1857.

1857 May 27.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  May 27, 1857, Vol X, No. 22, P. 4.

Great Excitement In Pittsfield, At Buel’s Daguerreotype, Sphereotype and Ambrotype Rooms, Over the New York Emporium, Corner of North and Depot Street.

Having Purchased for this County the right for the new process called the Sphereotype, that was patented by Blissbee (Sic.) Bisbee & Day, whereby Pictures are taken on Glass With all the apparent colors of life, Itself surpassing in Beauty and Elegance Every Other Style Of Picture ever before presented to the public.  Call And Examine Specimens.

Ambrotypes, By a New Process, equal to anything in the Country.

Daguerreotypes, Of All Sizes, As Usual.

Operators in the Country can obtain the right for the Sphereotype, and instruction, by applying to E. W. Buel, Photographer:  Pittsfield, Dec. 2, 1856.

1857 August 13.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  August 13, 1857, Vol. LVIII, No. 2969, P. 3.

Daguerreian Notice.  S. C. Landon, Would inform the citizens of Pittsfield and vicinity, that he has taken the rooms lately occupied by E. W. Buel, corner of North and Deposit Streets, where he will be prepared to make Photographs, Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, &c., &c.

Conscious of his ability to make as good Pictures as can be produced, he invites Ladies and gentlemen to examine his specimens and judge for themselves.

Rooms will be closed till August 20th.

1856 November 27.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  November 27, 1856, Vol. LVII, No. 2932, P. 3.

The Cattle Show and Fair.  The 48th annual Fair of the Berkshire Agricultural Society was on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday of last week…

The Photographs from the Gallery of Mr. E. W. Buel, which occupied a large space in one corner of the Hall, elicited much commendation for excellence of execution.  Some 20 heads many of our well known citizens were to be seen, including those of the Hon. H. H. Childs, Gov. Briggs, Rev. Dr. Todd, Rev, Brace, Rev. Dr. Humphrey, and Jason Clapp, Esq.  A picture of Mr. Buel himself, the largest picture ever taken in Berkshire by the sun, surmounted the whole.  In addition to the Portraits were large views of the central portion of the village, including the First Congregational and Baptist Churches, the U. S. and Berkshire Hotels, West’s B;ock, Root’s Block, Geer’s Block, and other business localities, and also views of the residences of Wm. Ellery Sedgwick, and of Mrs. Fanny Kemble, in Lenox, the Taconic Mills in Pittsfield, &c. These pictures are now to be seen at the Rooms of Mr. Buel, corner of North and Railroad St. over the Hat Store of Mr. Wm. H. Sloan.

1858 October 14.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  October 14, 1858, Vol. LIX, No. 3030, P. 1 & 2.

Berkshire Agricultural Society.  Annual Fair October 6th, 7th and 8th. Reports of Committees, &C…Premiums awarded…

Report on Agricultural Implements and Mechanical Productions…

For a fine exhibition of Photographic pictures, by E. W. Buel of Pittsfield  $3.

1859 January 27.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  January 27, 1859, Vol. LIX, No. 3045, P. 2.

A large portion of the females, it is said, occupied a part of their leisure in having their pictures taken at the Gallery of Mr. Buel in North Street.  If suspended at the Mill, Mr. Learned and Atkinson will have quite a Gallery of Beauty to exhibit to their friends.

1859.  Pittsfield City Directory.  P. 4.

Outside Views, “Photographs, Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, & Melainotypes… 13 Years in the business.”

1859 August 19.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  August 19, 1859, Vol. LX, No. 3074, P. 2.

Daguerrean Gallery.—Mr. E. W. Buel, at the corner of North and Depot Streets, has recently greatly improved the exterior of his premises, and has now one of the most imposing and attractive fronts in our village.

1859 September 29.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  September 29, 1859, Vol. LX, No. 3080, P. 2.

Mr. E. W. Buel, the Photographic Artist, who almost invariably gets up something new and rare in his department for the Agricultural Fair, has some very fine Pictures which will be on exhibition at the Manufacturer’s Hall next week.  The specimens we have seen are of great excellence.

1859 October 6.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  October 6, 1859, Vol. LX, No. 3081, P. 2.

Among the pictures which Mr. E. W. Buel, Photographer, will exhibit at the Agricultural Hall to-day, is one of the Housatonic Engines Co., No. 1, and their machine.  The likeness of the Foreman, Mr. Edwin Clapp, of Wm. H. Teeling, first Assistant, and indeed of all the members, is quite good, and the picture will attract attention.

1859 October 13.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  October 13, 1859, Vol. LX, No. 3082, P. 1.

Cattle Show and Fair at Pittsfield, On Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, October 5th, 6th and 7th, 1859.  Reports…Premiums Awarded

Committee On Fancy Works, &c,…

To E. W. Buel of Pittsfield, for a collection of Photographs, which we have never seen excelled.  $5.

1859 November 24.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  November 24, 1859, Vol. LX, No. 3088, P. 2.

Buel took a picture of the Western Railroad bridge over the Housatonic, after it fell on Friday, which may be seen at his rooms.

Buckley, D.

Ambrotypes, ,

1856-1857       Room, in the Bender’s New Brick Building, Little Rock, Arkansas.

1856 August 30.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  August 30, 1856, Gazette Vol. XXXVII, No. 29, Democrat Vol. XI, No. 8, P. 2.

Those desirous of learning the art of Ambrotyping, will read the advertisement of Mr. D. Buckley.

1856 August 30.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  August 30, 1856, Gazette Vol. XXXVII, No. 29, Democrat Vol. XI, No. 8, P. 3.

Ambrotyping.  Any person desiring to learn the beautiful and profitable art of Ambrotyping, can have the opportunity by calling on D. Buckley, at his room, in the Bender’s new brick building.  Advertisement ran from August 30, 1856 to January 24, 1857.

Buckingham, H.

Daguerreotypes, ,

1853                61 Water Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut.

1853 June 14.  Republican Farmer.  (Bridgeport, Connecticut.)  June 14, 1853, Vol. XLIII, No. 2252, New Series Vol. XII, No. 598, P. 3.

Daguerreotyping.  With all the latest improvements, At 61 Water Street, corner of State, nearly opposite the R. R. Depot, Bridgeport, Conn.  H. Buckingham has taken the above named Rooms, and spared no expense in procuring the best Cameras that are manufactured and as the best materials only are used, he is prepared to take Likenesses that are unsurpassed for boldness, truthfulness, beauty and durability.

A good Likeness warranted in every case.

Buchtel, Joseph

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

1855                Rooms over the French Store, Oregon City, Oregon.

1857-1858       Canton House, over Crockery Store, Portland, Oregon.

1859                First Street, Shelby’s Brick Building, Portland, Oregon.

1855 July 28.  Oregon Argus.  (Oregon City, Oregon.)  July 28, 1855, Vol. 1, No. 15, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Having concluded to remain in Oregon City and establish myself permanently in the Daguerreotype business, I would request those wishing daguerreotypes to give me a call, as I have a full supply on hand of everything necessary to the business, and will warrant perfect satisfaction in all pictures taken.  Prices, varying from three to fifteen dollars.  A variety of lockets on hand. 

Rooms over the French Store.  June 30, 1855.  Joseph Buchtel.

1857 August 22.  The Weekly Oregonian.  (Portland, Oregon.)  August 22, 1857, Vol. VII, No. 39, P. 2.

Holland & Buchtel, Ambrotypist And Daguerreotypers, Portland, Oregon, Are prepared to do work in all of the several branches of the art, such as Daguerreotyping, Ambrotyping, Melainotyping and Photographing,

Office in the Canton House, over the Crockery Store.

Advertisement ran from August 22, 1857 to September 4, 1858.

1859 June 6.  Oregon Advertiser.  (Portland, Oregon.)  June 6, 1859, Vol. 1, No. 1, P. 1.

Business Directory…Daguerrean Artists.  Buchtel & Cardwell.

1859 June 6.  Oregon Advertiser.  (Portland, Oregon.)  June 6, 1859, Vol. 1, No. 1, P. 2.

Buchtel & Cardwell’s Daguerrean and Photograph rooms in Shelby’s brick building on First street, are well worthy a visit.  We there observed among others, the photographs of the Indian chiefs and Father De Smet, who visited our city last week.  One of these chiefs is said to have had at a certain time a hand to hand encounter with eight Indians, who jointly sought to take his life.  He killed seven of them, and the other made his escape from him.

1859 August 5.  Portland Daily Advertiser.  (Portland, Oregon.)  August 5, 1859, Vol. 1, No. 56, P. 1.

Business Directory…Daguerrean Artists.  Buchtel & Cardwell.

1859 August 5.  Portland Daily Advertiser.  (Portland, Oregon.)  August 5, 1859, Vol. 1, No. 56, P. 3.

Photographic And Daguerrean Rooms, Shelby’s Brick Building, First Street, Portland.  Buchtel & Cardwell, Artists.  The Undersigned are prepared on short notice to execute all kinds of Photographic and Daguerrean Likenesses in the most artistic and life-like style, and upon the most advantageous terms to patrons, when Cash is the article to be exchanged for their work.  Their rooms are fitted up with neatness, and furnished with lens of different degrees of power, adapted to small locket pictures or those as large as life.  Call and see them in Shelby’s Brick Building, First Street.  Buchtel & Cardwell.

Joseph Buchtel is a work in progress for more information see Oregon Photographers; Biographical History and Directory 1852-1917 by Thomas Robinson.

Bryant, Philander

Daguerreotypes, ,

1841                57 Union Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1841 August 20.         New Bedford Mercury.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  Vol. XXXV, No. 7, P. 3. 

New Bedford Daguerreotype Rooms, No. 57 Union Street, (Over the Store of Maj. J. H. Collins) Mr. Bryant having availed himself of the tuition of the most celebrated Professor of Photography in New England in taking Miniatures, Views, &c. has the satisfaction of announcing to his fellow citizens that he is fully prepared to give beautiful specimens of this most wonderful art.  Specimens of the Daguerreotype can be seen at the rooms of Mr. B. that cannot be surpassed by any artist, except such as may have availed of the same opportunities and experience.  His instruments are of the most perfect kind, manufactured expressly for the celebrated Studio of Professor Darling, of Boston, with whom arrangements are made for the supply of every thing requisite in the art.  A perfect Daguerreotype portraiture is the only means of treasuring the semblance of Nature’s dearest objects and affections—and the fair sex is Nature’s choicest model of the beautiful—ladies, therefore are particularly invited to call and examine the beautiful results of this wonderful discovery.

Seamen also, who are about to depart on long voyages, cannot leave a more acceptable testimonial of affection to a dear friend than an exact transcript of their person, which can be produced in less than one minute at the rooms of Mr. B.

As this establishment is intended to be permanent, a few pupils can be instructed, where they may remain for a longer or shorter time—suiting their own convenience—by which means they can satisfy themselves of their competency in the art.  Terms moderate.  Also apparatus, and other articles necessary in the art, can be furnished on the same terms as at the Studio of Professor Darling, in Boston.

All communications—post paid—directed to P. Bryant, no. 57 Union Street, will be punctually attended to.

Advertisement ran from August 20, 1841 to September 10, 1841.

Brush, J.

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1848                Lewis Building, Birmingham (Derby), Connecticut.

1848 June 15.  The Derby Journal.  (Birmingham,(Derby) Connecticut.)  June 15, 1848, Vol. II, No. 76, P. 3

For Ten Days Only!  New and Great Discovery.  A New process for rendering Daguerreotypes indelible.  The great difficulty hitherto with Daguerreotype Miniatures, has been to fix the impression.  This great desideratum has at length been attained by T. Porter and J. Brush, proprietors of the New York Premium $1 Fire Enamelled Miniature Gallery, who would respectfully inform the inhabitants of Birmingham and Derby that they will now take pictures for 10 days only, and those wishing a perfect likeness taken by our never fading process, would do well to embrace the present opportunity.  The subscribers feel confident by their long experience in the first Galleries in New York, that they cannot fail in giving satisfaction to all who may favor them with a call.  Their pictures have been pronounced by artist and scientific men to be unrivalled for softness of light and shade.  The subscribers wish it to be understood that they give a perfect likeness or no charge, and those having inferior miniatures, taken by those not proficient in the art, can have them taken over on a new French plate for a trifling sum.  We would call the attention of the public in general to our collection of specimens on exhibition at our room in Lewis’s Building, Birmingham.  T. Porter & J. Brush.

N. B. The present proprietors are no way connected with any former apparatus in Birmingham or Derby.

Brown, William

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1851                Over Siskels & Preswick’s Bookstore, Water Street, Elmira, New York.

1851 December 23.  The Elmira Daily Republican.  (Elmira, New York.)  December 23, 1851, Vol. 1, No. 90, P. 1.

Notice To Daguerrean Artists, I have just received and shall keep constantly on hand a good supply of Daguerreotype stock of every description.  As I purchase my stock from Manufactures I shall be enabled to sell lower than can be purchased west of New York city.  All I ask is quick sales, ready pay and small profits.  Artists wishing any thing in this line are respectfully invited to call at Brown’s premium Gallery, No. 16 Water st.  All orders will receive prompt attention.  Wm. Brown.  Elmira, Oct. 20, 1851.

1851 December 23.  The Elmira Daily Republican.  (Elmira, New York.)  December 23, 1851, Vol. 1, No. 90, P. 3.

Brown’s Premium Daguerrean Gallery Over Siskels & Preswick’s Bookstore, Water Street.  Having been solicited by many citizens of Elmira and vicinity, and knowing Elmira to be a place worthy of a splendid Gallery, and feeling assured that it would be appreciated by the enterprising citizens of the place, I have been induced to open a permanent Gallery for the purpose of taking Daguerreotype Likenesses.  No Pains or expense has been spared to make these Rooms attractive, and an ornament to the place.  The walls are adorned with some of the finest works of art, both in pencil and engraver.  Amongst the collection may be found current likenesses of some of the most distinguished men of the nation, such as Daniel Webster, Henry Clay, Col. Fremont, the late President Taylor, J. C. Calhoun and Silas Wright.  Also a fine assortment of the  

Daguerrean Art, amongst which may be found correct Likenesses of President Fillmore Secretary Graham, Jenny Lind, and other characters of note too numerous to mention.

From long experience, having been constantly engaged in the business for nearly five years, I feel confident in saying to the public that my work, apparatus, and stock, cannot be excelled, I have a fine operation room with the advantage of both sky and lights, by which people can be accommodated with either side or sky light pictures.  I have had these room fitted up expressly for me, consequently have every thing arranged for the convenience and comfort of the public.  Likenesses taken equally well in cloudy or clear weather.  Citizens and strangers are respectfully invited to call and examine for themselves.

Good likenesses warranted in all cases.  Wm. Brown.  Elmira, Sept. 17, 1851.

Brown, Samuel P.

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1852-1855       Corner Fifth and Main Streets, Louisville, Kentucky.

1852 March 10.  Bardstown Herald.  (Bardstown, Kentucky.)  March 10, 1852, Vol. 2, No. 41, P. 2.

Hewett’s National Daguerrean Gallery.  Louisville, KY.  Next To Northern Bank, Corner of Fifth And Main, And Opposite Louisville Journal Office.

Hewett’s old friends in Bardstown and vicinity will please call and see him when in Louisville, “The latch string is never pulled in.”  J. M. Hewett, T. F. Brown, Operators.           

Advertisement ran from March 10, 1852 to January 13, 1853.

1853 January 20.  Bardstown Herald.  (Bardstown, Kentucky.)  January 20, 1853, Vol. 2, No. 41, P. 2.

Hewett’s National Daguerrean Gallery.  Louisville, KY.  Next To Northern Bank, Corner of Fifth And Main, And Opposite Louisville Journal Office.

Hewett’s old friends in Bardstown and vicinity will please call and see him when in Louisville, “The latch string is never pulled.”  J. M. Hewett, T. F. Brown, Operators.           

Advertisement ran from January 20 to May 31, 1853.

1855 June 5.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  June 5, 1855, Vol. XI, No. ?, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes and Photographs, Corner of Fifth and main streets.  Hewett & Brown are sending out daily the finest specimens of the two arts.

They will at all times be found ready to fill all orders on short notice, either taken from life or copies from Portraits or Daguerreotypes.  Life-size Photographs made from the smallest Daguerreotypes, and furnished colored in oil or water—the best artist in the city employed to do the coloring.  Call and see specimens.

Hewett’s former customers can here obtain the same superior Daguerreotypes that have secured him premiums over all competitors at the Mechanics Fairs.  my. 9.

Advertisement ran from June 5 to July 17, 1855.

1853 July 15.  The Louisville Daily Journal.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  July 15, 1853, Vol. XXIII, No. 196, P. 1.

Hewett’s National Daguerrean Gallery.  Next door to Northern Bank, corner Fifth and Main sts.  S. P. Brown, Proprietor.  After selling out the old Gallery, over Isaac [Cromte’s] paper store, Hewett visited the Eastern cities, where he purchased for the proprietor a large and choice stock of Materials, Cameras of the late improved order [an] also several valuable improvements in the style and execution of Daguerreotypes.  These, with his long practice in the art, fully justify the proprietor in saying that he can now furnish to his former customers and friends finer and more exquisitely finished Miniatures than have ever been offered to this community.  n19.

1853 July 15.  The Louisville Daily Journal.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  July 15, 1853, Vol. XXIII, No. 196, P. 4.

A Romantic Thief!  It was in the morning of a beautiful day in the month of April, 1853, that I strolled into the streets of Louisville to take a view of the busy throng as they passed.  Each one, save myself, seemed to have some object in view.  As I wandered along Main street, just above Fifth, I was suddenly arrested by observing a gilt eagle perched upon a show-case containing daguerreotypes.  I stopped to take a view of the beauties of art for a moment, and, being attracted by those before my eyes, I concluded to walk up and see what was in the room above, when, lol and behold!  I observed a magnificent likeness of our gifted and universally admired poetess, Miss Mattie.  The temptation was too strong—and evil spirit seized upon me—and, there being no one in view, I seized upon the picture, put it my pocket, and sneaked out just like any other rogue.

That picture was stolen from Brown’s Gallery, and the individual will please “sneak” in and return it, for every time they look upon and admire its beauties they must draw the contrast between the purity and innocence of character there exhibited and that base and depraved disposition in themselves which led to the act of stealing.  may2d.

1855 July 17.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  July 17, 1855, Vol. XI, No. 286, P. 2.

Just think of it, at Brown’s Gallery you may obtain a fine Daguerreotype of yourself for the trifling sum of One Dollar, enclosed in a neat case.  Now, don’t delay any longer, but take your family down and have their pictures taken, and you will not regret it.  Sam is hard to beat.

Advertisement ran from July 17 to September 7, 1855.

Note: This is a work in progress, Kentucky newspapers have not been thoroughly searched. Craig’s Daguerreian Registry identifies Brown as Samuel F.

Brown, S. H.

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1841                Rooms of Cabinet Office, Amherst, New Hampshire.

1841 November 12.  The Farmers Cabinet.  (Amherst, New Hampshire.)  November 12, 1841, Vol. XL, No. 12, P. 3.

Daguerreotype.—This method of taking miniatures is now all the vogue—and all who wish to have their likeness taken, true to nature, resort to this process.  It is effected by the reflection of light upon plate prepared for the purpose, and stamps the portrait of the man who sits for it just as he is—no mistake.  Mr. Brown, who is stationed here for a few days, has a complete Apparatus and is fully competent for the purpose of taking correct likenesses, and will in a few minutes complete the process to the satisfaction of those who apply.—Give him a call.

1841 November 12.  The Farmers Cabinet.  (Amherst, New Hampshire.)  November 12, 1841, Vol. XL, No. 12, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures, Taken for a few days, at the rooms over the Cabinet Office, by S. H. Brown, Professor of Photography.  Instructions given and Apparatus furnished both for Miniatures and Views, on the most reasonable terms.

Ladies and Gentlemen are respectfully solicited to call and examine the specimens for themselves.  Amherst, November 10, 1841.

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