1858 Opposite the Post Office, Brattleboro, Vermont.
A. A. Cheney was recorded in an advertisement on August 14 which ran until October 16, 1858 in the Vermont Phoenix (Brattleboro, Vermont.) Daguerreotypes! Ambrotypes, &c. All varieties of Sun Pictures Executed in the best manner and on the most reasonable terms. At the sign of Miller’s Picture Gallery, opposite the Post Office,——Brattleboro. Perfect Satisfaction Guaranteed.
A. A. Cheney does not appear in other photographic directories.
1846-1847 Pennsylvania Avenue, next door to the U. S. Hotel, District of Columbia.
There are two listings for Chase with no first name attached to the advertisements or announcements in Washington, D. C. The first instances cover 1846 to 1847, in which three announcements and two advertisements appear (which will be referred as Chase.1.) The second occurrences was in 1851, in which two advertisements and three announcements appear (referred to as Chase.2.) It is possible that this same person, but at this time it would be only speculation to suggest that.
Chase.1 was recorded in an advertisement in The Daily Union (Washington, D. C.) on December 19 and ran until February 8, 1846. Van Loan & Chase, From New York And Philadelphia. Daguerreotype Rooms. Admittance free. Next door to the United States Hotel. Pictures taken in any kind of weather, clear, cloudy, or rainy, from 9 o’clock, a. m., till 5 o’clock, p. m.
The first announcement appeared on December 31, 1846 in The Daily Union. We would call the attention of citizens and strangers to the daguerreotype establishment of Messrs. Van Loan & Chase, next door to the United States Hotel.
The second advertisement appeared on April 30 and ran until June 1, 1847 in The National Whig. (Washington, D. C.) Van Loan & Chase, From New York And Philadelphia. Daguerreotype Rooms. Admittance Fee—next door to the U. S. Hotel. Pictures taken in any kind of weather, clear, cloudy, or rainy, from 9 o’clock, a. m. till 5 o’clock p. m..
The second announcement appears on June 9, 1847 in The National Whig (Washington, D. C.) Washington As It Is. June, 1847, Pennsylvania Avenue. No. II.
Crossing Third street, westwardly…Next Door westward of the United States Hotel is a spacious and lofty building belonging to John Donoho, at present partly occupied by Van Loan & Chase’s admirable Daguerrean rooms.
The third announcement appeared on September 28, 1847 in The Daily Union (Washington, D.C.) We are indebted to Messrs. Brooke, Shillington, & Co., of this city, for a “View of the Battle of Buena Vista,” published by H. R. Robinson….We are also presented with a fine lithographic portrait of Col. Charles May, from a daguerreotype of Van Loan & Co., of this city. This is also published by Mr. Robinson of New York….
Chase does not appear in other photographic directories as being active in Washington, D. C. nor does Van Loan. In the first advertisement that announces the partnership of Van Loan & Chase it states that they are from New York and Philadelphia. Looking at the various photographic directories and histories this would suggest that Van Loan is from New York and Chase from Philadelphia this would mean that the partnership is Matthew D. Van Loan & Theodore L Chase.
Chase.2
1851 Rooms at the Odeon, Washington, D. C.
Chase.2 appeared in the Washington, D. C. newspapers in an advertisement that ran from April 8 to 14, 1851 in the American Telegraph. Daguerreotypes Equal to any in the city are taken at the Odeon at the lowest prices. Entire Satisfaction given, or no charge.
The first of three announcements appeared on April 15, 1851 in the American Telegraph. Can’t Be Beat! The great number of Daguerreotypes taken at Chase’s Gallery at the Odeon, to be sent to England and other parts of Europe, is an evidence of the excellency of the work done at this Gallery.
The second announcement appeared on April 22, 1851 in the American Telegraph. Everybody Says—and what everybody says must be true—that the Daguerreotypes now produced at the Odeon are unsurpassed by any in the city and then the prices are lower than any other Gallery.
The third announcement appeared on April 27, 1851 also in the American Telegraph. At The Odeon May be seen an admirable and lifelike Likeness of the President, where, also, you can be accommodated with a beautiful Daguerreotype, at a very low price.
The second advertisement appeared on May 30 and ran until June 6, 1851 again in the American Telegraph. Can’t Be Beat.—The Daguerreotypes taken at the Odeon, in execution and truthfulness, are inferior to none in the city; while the price is much lower than at most other Galleries.
There is the possibility that Chase.1 and Chase.2 are the same person based on the activity being in Washington, D. C. The problem is that there is no collaborating information two tie the two together and John Craig does not list him in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry nor is he listed in Laurie Baty’s unpublished Directory of D. C. Photographers.
1843 86½ Main Street, Nantucket, Massachusetts
H. S. Chase was recorded in three announcements and three advertisements in the Nantucket Inquirer (Nantucket, Massachusetts.) The first announcement appeared on July 22, 1843. Daguerreotype Miniatures. We would call attention to the advertisement of Mr. H. S. Chase, who proposes to remain in town a few days for the purpose of taking miniatures by the striking and wonderful Daguerreotype process. We have been permitted to examine some of Mr. C.’s specimens, which were excellent, and we believe that he has given entire satisfaction to all who have called his skill in requisition. We recommend those of our readers who wish perfect fac-similes of their own physiognomies or those of their friends, to give him a call. His rooms are at 86½ Main street, upstairs.
The second announcement appeared on August 5, 1843. Daguerreotype Miniatures. Mr. Chase is very successful in taking these “counterfeit presentments,” and will remain in town a few days longer for that purpose. His rooms are at 86½ Main street, upstairs. We would advise all who wish a first-rate likeness of themselves or their friends, to improve this opportunity. Give him a call.
The first advertisement appeared on August 19 and ran until August 26, 1843. Miniatures Taken By The Daguerreotype. Mr. H. S. Chase would respectfully inform the citizens of Nantucket, that he has taken rooms at 86½ Main street, upstairs where he will be happy to receive those who wish to examine specimens in his beautiful art. Mr. H. S. C. flatters himself that his pictures are unsurpassed by any in New England, and requests that no one will form an opinion of them before examining his specimens.
Miniatures will be taken at your own mansions, if desired. Those who wish a perfect likeness of themselves, or friends, and a beautiful picture, would do well to call soon, as his stay in town will be short. Entire satisfaction given or no charges.
Price, in the best Daguerreotype Cases, $4. Two persons in one picture, $6.
Those who have Miniatures taken by other operators, with which they are dissatisfied, can have them taken over at a reduced price. Jy 12.
On August 26, 1843 the second advertisement appeared and ran until September 9, 1843. Price Reduced From $4 to Only $2.50!!!
Photographic Miniatures Taken at 86½ Main Street, Only One Week Longer. In consequence of having some stock on hand, which he wishes to dispose of before leaving the Island, Mr. Chase has concluded to reduce the price of his pictures, to about the cost of the materials, for the short time which he will remain on the island. Those who wish exact likenesses of themselves, will do well to embrace the present rare opportunity. Every picture warranted.
Remember Only one week longer! Single pictures, $2.50, former price $4; two persons in one picture, $3.50, former price $6.
The third advertisement appeared on September 23 and ran until October 4, 1843. The Last Chance. The Daguerreotype Rooms will positively Close This Week.
By a new process, Mr. Chase has succeeded in giving his pictures a natural flesh color; which renders them far superior to any heretofore produced.
Specimens of this kind may be seen at the rooms. Price $2,50 in cases or frames, hours of operating from 8 to 3 o’clock.
The third announcement appeared on October 28, 1843. Daguerreotype Likenesses. It is well known to our readers that for some months past Mr. Chase has been very successful in taking correct likenesses by the Daguerreotype process. Mr. C. having imperative engagements elsewhere, disposed of his apparatus to Mr. George F. Barney, a citizen of this town and a genuine Nantucketer. Mr. Barney by diligent and close application, obtained of his predecessor all the information necessary to obtain correct likenesses, and we are glad to say that he has, thus far, been well encouraged, and given entire satisfaction to those who have patronized him. We have examined many of the likenesses taken by Mr. B., and we consider them equal, in every respect, to any that we have ever seen. Call and give him a trial; if he does not give perfect satisfaction, you are not obliged to take the picture. Encourage and cherish “Home Industry,” is sound policy.—See advertisement.
H. S. Chase does not appear in other photographic directories, nor does George F. Barney.
1852 Corner of Main & 7th Streets, Near the Railroad Depot, Evansville, Indiana.
F. J. Chapman was recorded in an advertisement that ran from November 16 to 30, 1852 in The Evansville Daily Journal (Evansville, Indiana.) Daguerreotypes—Notice. The undersigned respectfully announces that he will remain in this place a short time, and will be happy to receive at his room, such ladies and Gentlemen as may desire Likenesses of themselves, friends, or children, neatly executed and set in Lockets, Breast-pins, Finger-rings, or Plain and Fancy Cases, in the very best style. Pictures taken with or without colors, with all the recent Improvements. Landscapes, copies of residences, miniature or portraits copied with neatness and upon the shortest possible notice. Invalids waited on at their residence.
Ladies and Gentlemen, are invited to call and examine specimens, and are assured that no picture is allowed to pass from his room unless it is in every particular entirely satisfactory to the sitter as well as the artist. Rooms on the corner of Main and 7th streets, near the Railroad Depot.
Chapman is not recorded in other photographic directories.
N.D. Address Unknown, Hyannis, Massachusetts. 1855 Address Unknown, Boston, Massachusetts. 1857-1859 Address Unknown, Boston, Massachusetts.
Daniel Chapman was first recorded in Hyannis, Massachusetts from a broadside formerly in Harvey Zucker Collection. In 1855 and in 1857-1859 he was listed in the Boston City Directory as a daguerreotypist without a business address.
At the Daguerrean Saloon, [ ] Hotel “One chance more, as I will own, So call before I go.”
The undersigned would respectfully inform the inhabitants of Hyannis and his patrons generally that he will remain but one week more, and those wishing Pictures of themselves or friends will do well to embrace this opportunity, as his work needs no recommendation but to call and sit. Having had ten years’ experience, and taken thousands of Pictures he trusts he will give the best of satisfaction.
Cases of all kinds. Lockets, Pins, Rings, & c., constantly on hand. Pictures for 50 Cents, and upwards.
Daniel Chapman. P. S.—Adults taken equally as good in cloudy as fair weather. Children taken from 10 to 2 o’clock in fair weather.
Chapman was not recorded in A Directory of Massachusetts Photographers, 1839-1900 as an itinerant in Hyannis, Massachusetts or in 1855 in Boston. He was listed in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry in 1855, 1857-1859.
1847 Address Unknown, Boston, Massachusetts
Champney of the firm White & Champney were recorded in the Boston Daily Evening Transcript on November 24, 1847. They were not listed in Boston City Directories between 1840 and 1850.
Another Great Step In The Arts And On A Great Occasion. [for the Transcript] At the laying of the corner stone of the Cochituate Reservoir on Saturday, the Daguerreotype apparatus was employed by two young artists of this city, Messrs. White & Champney. Their immediate design was to procure accurate and full views of the things visible, and of all the persons, public and private, who took part in or attended the proceedings, preliminary to the execution of a grand painting of the entire scene. This is the first time that the beautiful and effective invention of Daguerre has been availed of, in order to secure a representation of a public ceremony of the kind. Owning to unaccountable circumstances, the impressions upon the plates were less brilliant than had been anticipated, but not fewer than three several views were obtained, each peculiar, comprehensive, and complete in itself, one soon after the procession halted and during the prayer, another as the contractors were letting down the corner stone upon the box in the cavity below, and the third in the midst of the mayor’s address. The number of human heads, thus fixed by the light of Heaven upon the polished metal plates of the artist, is absolutely countless. They are of all sizes—varying from that of a pin’s head, to that of “a small pea.” Among the most conspicuous likenesses are those of the Mayor, Alderman, Common Councilmen, and Water Commissioners, Mr. Whittlesey, member of congress, the Chaplin, Ex-Governor Armstrong and Ex-Mayor Quincy and the offers of the city. The citizens and spectators generally are in all sorts of groups and positions—some presenting the whole and some but a portion of their faces and persons. The various pieces of machinery on the premises and buildings in the vicinity, are also distinctly seen. On one side are the members of the band with their brass instruments glistening in the beams of light, and here and there, are troops of school children looking on the movements of the City Fathers, or watching the workmen about the grounds.
These extraordinary Daguerreotypes will doubtless be esteemed extremely precious—particularly at a future day; and it is gratifying to learn that from them are forthwith to be made, of suitable size, a perfect and magnificent painting of the ceremonies of laying this corner stone, and of the scenery, just as they were on this occasion, engraved by the flashing of the sun upon the silver tablets of Daguerre.
1858 First Street, 57 Union Block, Glasgow, Missouri.
John Chamberlain was recorded in an announcement on March 25, 1858 in the Glasgow Weekly Times (Glasgow, Missouri.) Ambrotypes.—Mr. Jno. Chamberlain has fitted up a room in the rear of his jewelry shop, where he is prepared to take likenesses of every description, at a moments notice. He formerly was engaged in the Daguerrean business, and has recently graduated under Prof. Burch, one of the best Ambrotypist that has ever visited our town. Mr. C. has a fine instrument, a good assortment of stock, and will do you up a likeness of any required description or price, in less time than you have taken to read this notice.
On May 6 an advertisement appeared and ran until December 9, 1858 in the Glasgow Weekly Times (Glasgow, Missouri.) John Chamberlain, Ambrotypist. Rooms At His Jewelry Store. Fine & Common Cases, Lockets, Pins & Rings, for Likenesses. Work Done At A Moment’s Notice, And Warranted.
Both John Chamberlain and H. F. Burch are not recorded in other photographic directories.
1853-1861 Post Office Corner, Augusta, Georgia.[1] 1856 Address Unknown, New York, New York.1 1856 Address Unknown, Edgefield, South Carolina. 1858 over Burpee’s Carriage Shop, opposite the Bank, Athens, Georgia.1
William H. Chalmers was listed in four advertisements in the Edgefield Advertiser (Edgefield, South Carolina.) The first three are when he was in partnership with John Leigh as Leigh & Chalmers. The first advertisement ran from October 1, to November 5, 1856. Ambrotypes! Those Beautiful and Imperishable Pictures can be had at John Leigh’s Office. They are superior in Brilliancy, depth of tone and finish to any ever offered in this community. Leigh & Chalmers. Edgefield, Sept. 30, 1856.
The second ran from October 1 to December 31, 1856. Photographs. This beautiful style of Picture so popular in both this country and Europe, can be had at Leigh & Chalmers’ Gallery, Augusta, Ga. Persons having Daguerreotypes of themselves or friends can have them photographed from life-size to the smallest miniature. Leigh & Chalmers. Augusta, Sept. 30, 1856.
The third advertisement ran on March 4, 1857. Photograph of Hon. P. S. Brooks. Messrs. Leigh & Chalmers, of Augusta, have kindly forwarded to us a photograph likeness of our lamented Brooks, for which we return then thanks. It is just the thing we were endeavoring to procure and is a most acceptable gift. The likeness is striking and the execution excellent. As there are very many citizens of Edgefield who would be glad to have a faithful portrait of their late beloved representative, we would suggest to them that, for only $4, they can procure such an one from Messrs. Leigh & Chalmers. Mr. Leigh brought up a hundred copies the other day, but they are going off very rapidly. Those who have engaged them should apply early; and those who have not done so, can now make the arrangement with Mr. L., who is at this place for the present.
The fourth advertisement was for William H. Chalmers alone and ran from December 8 to 29, 1858 in the Edgefield Advertiser (Edgefield, South Carolina.) Ambrotypes For Fifty Cts. At The Chalmers’ Gallery, Post Office Corner, Augusta, Geo. Wm. H. Chalmers, the well-known and successful Ambrotypist, is still furnishing pictures in the same Beautiful And Life-Like Style, that was so much admired last season, for the Low Price of 50 Cts. and upwards, According to the size and style of case. The Gallery having a Mammoth Sky-Light and Side-Light combined, together with Instruments of the latest and most approved kinds, Pictures can be taken at all hours of the day, and as well in cloudy weather as in clear.
Having secured the services of several of the Best Operators in the United States, Likenesses will in all cases be Perfect or no charge. Each Picture will be handsomely colored by an experienced Artist, and warranted not to fade.
The Public are invited to call and examine the large collection of Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Melainotypes, Photographs, Paintings, &c., on exhibition. Entrance to Gallery on door above the Post Office.
N. B. Instructions given in the Art and Apparatus furnished. Augusta, Dec. 7.
[1] Early Georgia Photographers, 1841 – 1861: a Biographical Checklist, Compiled by E. Lee Eltzroth
1855-1856 Pike Street, opposite Kophman’s Store, Port Jervis, New York.
N. Cassedy was recorded in two advertisement in the Tri-State Union (Port Jervis, New York.) The first appeared on December 6, 1855 and ran until February 7, 1856. Cassedy’s Daguerrean Gallery. Open every day. Sunday excepted, from 9 a. m., until 5 o’clock p. m. Gallery opposite Kophman’s Store, Pike Street, Port Jervis, where Pictures are taken in all the improved styles of the art, and warranted to give perfect satisfaction. N. Cassedy. Dec. 6, 1855.
N. B.—Having business South I have sold my interest in the Daguerrean Rooms at Port Jervis to Mr. N. Cassedy. The Rooms which have been neatly fitted up and newly furnished, are now in nice order. To those that want a good picture I would say give him a call. G. J. Smith. Port Jervis, Dec. 1, 1855.
The second advertisement appeared on February 14 and ran until May 8, 1856. Now Is The Time For A Daguerreotype. At N. Cassedy’s Sky Light Daguerrean Rooms where pictures are taken and warranted to give satisfaction or no charge.—Daguerreotypes copied from others at short notice. Gallery opposite Kophman’s Store, Pike Street, Port Jervis. N. Cassedy.
N. Cassedy does not appear in other photographic directories. George J. Smith is active in Savannah Georgia from 1856-1860[1] and is probably the same person.
[1] Early Georgia Photographers, 1841 – 1861: a Biographical Checklist, Compiled by E. Lee Eltzroth
1843-1844 Address Unknown, Richmond, Virginia.
Dr. A. Caspari was recorded twice in advertisements that appeared the in The New York Herald (New York, New York) on June 1, and ran until September 5, 1843 and on October 17, 1843 to January 26, 1844. It is unknown if Dr. Caspari is a daguerreotypist, a supplier or just an agent for the Langenheim Brothers. Philip Haas, Edward White, and Peter Laurens[1] are daguerreotypist, Dr. Caspari and William West are not recorded in other photographic directories that I have access to.
Philadelphia Daguerreotype Establishment. Exchange Building, Rooms 26 & 27. The Subscribers, having procured the agency for the sale of Voigtander’s Daguerreotype Apparatus, constructed according to Professor Petzval’s calculation, have on hand a large assortment of these Apparatus, and artists as well as amateurs of their art, wishing to procure a good apparatus, will find it to their advantage to procure instruments of this construction. They also have lately imported a large quantity of German and French plates, and all the chemicals used in their art, which they warrant in every respect, as they are made to their order. Polishing substances, and morocco cases, and all necessary materials, are sold on the most reasonable terms. The following gentlemen have agreed to act as their agents, viz:— E. White, 175 Broadway, N. Y. P. Haas, Esq., Washington, D. C. Dr. A. Caspari, Richmond, Va. P. Laurens, Esq., Savannah, Ga. William West, Esq., Cincinnati, Ohio. Added to advertisement on June 22, 1843.
All communications (post paid) and orders, accompanied with remittance, will be promptly attended to, and should be directed to W. & F. Langenheim, Exchange Building, Phila.
The second advertisement ran on October 17, 1843. Peter Laurens has been replaced by Samuel Broadbent for the Southern States. Philadelphia Daguerreotype Establishment. Exchange Building, Rooms 26 & 27. The Subscribers, has received a large supply of Voigtander’s celebrated Daguerreotype Apparatus, large and small sizes, with achromatic lenses made according to Professor Petzval’s calculation.
Also a new supply of the best plates and chemicals, which he warrants good and sells at reduced prices. The following gentlemen have agreed to act as their agents, viz:— E. White, 175 Broadway, N. Y. P. Haas, Esq., Washington, D. C. Dr. A. Caspari, Richmond, Va. S. Broadbent, Esq., for the Southern States. William West, Esq., Cincinnati, Ohio.
All communications (post paid) and orders, accompanied with remittance, will be promptly attended to, and should be directed to William Langenheim, Exchange Building, Phila.
[1] Active in Savannah, Georgia from 1843 until at least 1863. Early Georgia Photographers, 1841 – 1861: a Biographical Checklist, Compiled by E. Lee Eltzroth.
