Category Archives: Daguerreotypes

Appleton, William E.

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1848                Hall at Simpson’s Hotel, Amherst, New Hampshire.

1848 November 16.  The Farmers Cabinet.  (Amherst, New Hampshire.)  November 16, 1848, Vol. 47, No. 14, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes, including Case, for $1!  Wm. E. Appleton, Daguerreotype Miniature Rooms, In the Hall, at Simpson’s Hotel.

Miniatures taken in any weather, with or without Colors, in a superior style, and neatly set in Lockets, Pins, Rings, Bracelets or Cases.

Portraits and Pictures of all kinds Copied.

The public are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens.

Advertisement ran from November 16 to December 7, 1848.

Appleby, Mr.

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N. D.               Address Unknown, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1849                Rooms corner of Court and Water Streets, Binghamton, New York.

1850                Rooms over John H. Doubleday’s Clothing Store, Court Street, Binghamton, New                       York.

1849 November 18.  Broome Republican.  (Binghamton, New York.)  November 18, 1849, Vol. 28, No. 18, P. 3.

Daguerrean Gallery. 

‘Of those for whom we fond emotions cherish,

Secure the shadow ere the substance perish.’

Mr. Appleby respectfully informs the Ladies and Gentlemen of Binghamton and vicinity, that he has taken rooms corner of Court and Water Streets, opposite the Binghamton Hotel, over K. Smith’s Grocery Store, where he is prepared to take Daguerreotype Portraits in a superior manner.  Having, by long experience in the business, become thoroughly acquainted with all the improvements in the art, both in this country and in Europe, together with some valuable discoveries in Chemistry, he is enabled to guarantee a Likeness not to be surpassed at any of the most celebrated Galleries in the U. S.—giving any desirable shade of color in any position, or in any dress, richly colored, or plain.

Ladies and Gentlemen and the public in general are respectfully invited to call and examine his specimens.  Mr. A. wishes it perfectly understood, that he takes Likenesses in all kinds of weather, and in all cases warranted perfect, or no charges made.  He would also state that his time here is limited, and admonish those who wish life-like fac-similes of themselves or friends, not to miss the present opportunity.

P. S.  Children will be taken in from 3 to 4 seconds.                                    

Advertisement ran from November 28 to December 12, 1849.

1850 January 23.  Broome Republican.  (Binghamton, New York.)  January 23, 1850, Vol. 28, No. 26, P. 3.

Has removed his Gallery over John H. Doubleday’s Clothing Store, Court-st. next door to Rexford’s where he is prepared in a superior manner Daguerreotype Portraits, either single or in Family Groups, to which great attention will be given.

The arrangement of light is such that it will not disturb persons with the weakest eyes, and yet any posture most desirable to the sitter may be taken.

Appleby, Richard B.

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N.D.                Address Unknown, Rochester, New York.

1852                Rooms in the Court House, Penn-Yan, New York.

1854                Rooms north side of Seneca Street opposite the Post Office, Geneva, New York.

1856                Arcade Hall, Rochester, New York.

1852 August 24.  Penn Yan Democrat.  (Penn-Yan, New York.)  August 24, 1852, Vol. XXXVI, No. 11, Whole No. 1796, P. 3.

Important to the Citizens of Penn-Yan and Vicinity!  R. B. Appleby, the Proprietor of the Rochester National Daguerrean Gallery, Who stands so deservedly at the head in that City, where, perhaps, there is more rivalry in this new and beautiful Art than in any other place West of the City of New York, and S. Wood, who has been so eminent in the above named establishment for the past year, and who brings to the aid of the Art a very comprehensive mechanical genius; have formed a collation for the purpose of an itinerant Picture Business, for a short time, during the dull season in the city.

We now offer to the citizens of this place and vicinity, advantages, for getting Pictures of a quality decidedly superior.  We have with us our Best Instruments, which were brought without regard to cost, and are entirely above [ ? ] with the instrument, generally used in small towns.  That those who do not know us by reputation may have some proof that we understand our business, we have with us some of our specimens, among which are several full size—Pictures of Jenny Lind and Husband, President Fillmore and Cabinet, &c., &c.

We now extend an invitation to all to call and see us—see our Specimens—see our Instruments—see our [manner] of doing business—and if you find us to be what we claim to be, then our advice to you is, have your Daguerreotypes taken!  Have a good one—(for a poor one [cannot] be copied if your friend dies,)—we say, have a good one of each member of the family, while you have them with you.  Life and health are uncertain.  The instances are [too numerous] in which we have been called out of our Rooms to take Corpse Pictures; which besides being [attention] with great expense to friends, are very unsatisfactory at best.  But the fact shows how much all think of retaining in their memory the features of departed friends.  It is not necessary that you set apart a whole day for this business with us.  We will not detain you more than 30 or 40 minutes, and we warrant every picture to give perfect satisfaction, or it will be taken over, free of charge.

Being largely engaged in the Daguerrian Stock business, we have been with us the Largest Assortment of Frames and Cases and find Gold Lockets ever exhibited in this place.  We offer to you rare opportunities, but remember, they are only for a short time.  When business revives in the City, we shall leave at some unexpected moment.  Rooms in the Court House.  R. B. Appleby. S. Wood.  Penn Yan, August 24, 1852.

Advertisement ran from August 24 to September 14, 1852.

1854 March 17.  Geneva Daily Gazette.  (Geneva, New York.)  March 17, 1854, New Series-Whole No. 479, Vol. X, No. 11, P. 3.

Rochester Daguerreotypes in Geneva.  R. P. Appleby of the city of Rochester, at the solicitation of friends, has consented to stop for a very short time in Geneva, to serve the public with Daguerreotypes of superior quality.  He has rented the Daguerrean Rooms of John F. Greene, temporarily, where specimens of his style of work can be seen, and where he will be happy to wait in those wishing his services in this beautiful and wonderful Art.  With the aid of all the Late and Important Improvements, added to extensive experience, he is confident he offers to the inhabitants of Geneva and surrounding country, opportunities superior to any ever before offered in this village.  Particular attention is invited to Daguerreotypes of Large Size, which he produces in the greatest degree of perfection.  This is a rare chance, one that is not likely again soon occur.

But it is vain to multiply words, it would be far better to call and see if these things are so.  Let it be distinctly understood and borne in mind, that this opportunity will not be long extender, as it is only until the spring trade opens that our services can be dispensed with in the City.

All work Warranted to give Satisfaction.  R. B. Appleby.  March 11, 1854.

1856 August 20.  Westfield Republican.  (Westfield, New York.)  August 20, 1856, Vol. 2, No. 18, P. 3.

Particular Notice.  Dr. Lyons will be absent from his office in Rochester…Remember the Doctors office in Rochester is in the Arcade Hall, over the Post Office and Appleby’s Daguerrean Saloon…

Anthony, Edwards & Warner

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1844                Address Unknown, Washington, D. C.

1844 May 14.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  May 14, 1844, Vol. IV, No. 32, Whole No. 963, P. 2.

From our special correspondent, Washington, May 12, 1844….

Mr. Clay will leave for his home tomorrow, probably.  He is in excellent health and spirits; a most beautiful Daguerreotype likeness has just been taken of him by young Mr. Edwards, for his great “National Miniature Gallery.”

By-the-bye, let me say a word or two, en passant, about this splendid Gallery.  I have been watching the progress made all the winter by two young men, Messrs. Edwards and Warner, (of the firm of Anthony, Edwards & Co.) in taking likenesses of all the great public characters resident in and visiting Washington.  This has been done to form a great National Gallery; and it is indeed a Gallery worthy of the name.  Go yourself, and tell your readers to go, over to this Gallery in Broadway, near the American Hotel, (whither these portraits are all sent weekly,) and feast their eyes.  I see frequent advertisements of Daguerrean Galleries, &c. &c. which are collections of likenesses of any body that happen to be left on the hands of the Artists, but here we have the real material of a National Gallery.  Messrs. Anthony, Edwards & Co. have in their collection accurate Daguerreotypes of several hundred persons whose names are part of their Country’s History, and are continually increasing the number.  Mr. Edwards has been passing the winter here and will remain until the adjoinment for this purpose, so as to make the collection in New York as complete as possible.  Appended to the likeness is the autograph of each individual, thus increasing the interest.  This is the only Gallery of the kind in the country, and as it cost nothing, should be seen by every one in New York and here.  The only remuneration expected by these gentlemen for their great outlay of time and expanse is the increased patronage of those who desire their own likenesses, and I am sure their modest request will be appreciated.  I have examined the collection of all those who are eminent in this line of the country, and unhesitatingly pronounce their Miniatures to be unrivaled in execution, in accuracy, and in scenic effect, and many distinguished foreigners here have stated that there is nothing superior, if equal to them in Europe.  The improvements in this art made by them this winter are astonishing, giving as they do all the strength and color of a painting with the fidelity of Nature itself.  As you always love to foster modest merit, and undoubted talent, I commend the Gallery to your critical attention.

Andrews, John D.

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1846                Central Exchange, Worcester, Massachusetts.[1]

1849                4 Waldo Block, Worcester, Massachusetts.

1850                Address Unknown, Worcester, Massachusetts.1

1851                Corner of Main and Front Sts., Harrington’s Block, Worcester, Massachusetts.

1853                15 & 16 Harrington Corner, Worcester, Massachusetts.1

1854                16 Harrington Corner, Worcester, Massachusetts.1

1854-1856       258½ Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1857                173 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1858-1867       2 Winter Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1868-1878       63 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1878-1912       178 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1846 September 26.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  September 26, 1846, Vol. 2, No. 57, P. 3.

Central Exchange Daguerreotype Rooms.  The subscribers are prepared to prosecute the Daguerreotype Art in its most improved style.  Good Likenesses warranted.  The public are invited to call and examine specimens.

Plates, Cases, Chemicals, & c. for sale.  Instructions given on the most reasonable terms.

White & Andrews, Worcester.                                                                      

Advertisement ran from September 26 to December 17, 1846.

1846.  The Worcester Historical Society Publications New Series.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.) Vol. 1, No. 8, April, 1935.  Published by the Worcester Historical Society Worcester, Massachusetts.  P. 438.  The Daguerreotype Art And

…During the year 1846 we find the firm of White and Andrews located in the Central Exchange.  They appear to have remained in business only for a brief period…

1849 July 26.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  July 26, 1849, Vol. 5, No. 47, P. 2. 

Father Mathew, This great Apostle of Temperance is supposed to be the greatest benefactor of his people now living, and it is supposed that the best place to get a Daguerreotype Likeness, in Worcester, is at the rooms in Waldo Block, as by devoting considerable attention to the wants of my customers, I have been enabled to satisfy the taste of those who have favored me with their patronage to a degree beyond my most sanguine expectations.

Those who are in want of Likenesses of themselves or their friends, will do well to call at my rooms before trying elsewhere, as, by having availed myself of the modern discoveries and improvements the art, I am prepared to take Miniatures and set them in Lockets, Pins, Rings, Bracelets or Cases which for beauty of finish, cannot be excelled in this city.

Also.  Copies of portraits, & c. at the shortest notice.  Daguerreotypes of deceased persons in or out of the city.  Particular attention to the sitting of children.

N. B. Instruction in the Art on the most favorable terms.  Please call at No. 4 Waldo Block, up stairs. John D. Andrews, Worcester.                         

Advertisement ran from July 26 to October 27, 1849

1851 May 5.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  May 5, 1851, Vol. VI, No. 285, P. 2.

Great Daguerrian Palace in Worcester.  The citizens of Worcester and vicinity are respectfully informed that the City Daguerreian Company have fitted up, at great expense, one of the most magnificent Daguerrian Establishments in the United States.  A spacious and richly furnished Ante-Room will be open at all times for visitors who may desire to examine specimens, or who may wish Daguerreotypes , either for themselves or their friends.  The establishment will be under the supervision of

An Experienced And Skillful Artist, who, in this branch of the Fine Arts, has no superior in the country.  One of the apartments is fitted with a glass roof, which reflects a North Light, possessing; as every Artist knows, unrivaled advantages over every other description of light.     In the finishing of Daguerreotypes, and in other parts of the process of taking them, the proprietors have made improvements which are soon to be patented, and which are not in possession of any other establishment in the country.

Entire satisfaction will be guaranteed, and the patronage of the public is respectfully solicited.  Entrance to the Palace is on Harrington Corner.

Advertisement ran from May 5 to June 17, 1851

1851 August 23.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  August 23, 1851, Vol. VII, No. 74, P. 2.

“Daguerrean Palace!”—Corner of Main and Front Sts., Harrington’s Block.—This splendidly furnished establishment should be visited by citizens and strangers, as it is one of the finest Daguerrean establishments in the State; and it is destined to be the most popular place of the kind in Worcester.  Those who want a fine likeness should go to the “Place,” for a visit to the rooms, and the out-look is worth the cost of a picture.

1851 September 2.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  September 2, 1851, Vol. VII, No. 82, P. 2

Great Daguerrean Palace!—This truly magnificent place, corner of Main and Front Street, should be visited by the citizens, as it is a credit to the city, and by strangers, as it is a place of much interest, affording a fine view of the city: and the best possible view of the Hospital.  In addition to all this the finest Daguerreotypes are made to order, and at the lowest prices.

Advertisement ran on September 2 & 3, 1851

1853 March 23.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  March 23, 1853, Vol. VIII, No. 173, P. 2. 

Great Daguerrean Palace, Corner Main and Front Streets.  All persons wishing to procure Good Daguerreotypes of themselves or their friends are invited to call at Nos. 15 and 16 Harrington Corner, where they can have a Likeness In a Perfect and Satisfactory Manner, On the most reasonable terms.  J. A. Andrews, Artist.

Advertisement ran from March 23 to August 8, 1853.

1853 September 2.  Barre Gazette.  (Barre, Massachusetts.)  September 2, 1853, Vol. 20, No. 9, P. 3.

Andrews’ Daguerreotypes.  Rooms No. 15 & 16 Harrington Corner, Worcester, Mass.

All persons in want of the best pictures will do well to call at these rooms before going elsewhere.

Daguerreotypes, in every variety of style, and of superior tone and execution.

Remember, Nos. 15 & 16 Harrington Center.  Worcester, Mass.  Aug. 19, 1853

1857.   The Boston Almanac for the Year 1857.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  Vol. XXII, n. p.

Andrews, Daguerreotype Artists, No. 335 Washington, Corner West Street,—Boston.

Miniatures Finely executed and neatly set in every style or size of Case or Locket, to suit the taste of the sitter, and at the lowest prices.

[1] Directory of Massachusetts Photographs, 1839-1900.

Andrews, James

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1855-1856       Corner Canal and St. Charles Streets, New Orleans, Louisiana.

1857                3 & 10 St. Charles, New Orleans, Louisiana.

1855 October 20.  Weekly Confederate.  (Galveston, Texas.)  October 20, 1855, Vol. 1, No. 15, P. 4.

National Daguerrean Gallery!  Cor. Canal and St Charles sts.  Entrance Numb. Three St. Charles Rooms Nos. 20 and 21—up stairs.  New Orleans.  Jas. Andrews.  Feb 23.

Advertisement was recorded on October 20, 1855 & April 19, 1856.

1857 May 1.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  May 1, 1857, Vol. XVII, No. 5002, P. 5.

[From the N. O. True Delta, April 24.]  A Woman’s Revenge.  Almost A Second Burdell Affair.  St Charles street, in the aristocratic and fashionable neighborhood of Canal, is becoming famous for scenes of startling importance.… (Mrs. Mary Jane Charles) wielded the dagger, James Andrews, the daguerreotypist being the victim.

From the best information we could obtain, we learn that Mrs. Mary Jane Charles lives, and has lived for some time past, in a large and elegant establishment at No. 269 Common street, where she rents furnished rooms.  She is a widow, and has been for some time; is about 30 years of age, beautiful, highly accomplished and fascinating in her manners.  Andrews is a young artist of lofty aspirations and Byronic exterior; and as he, some two years ago, took rooms at the establishment of the fascinating widow, it may, without any stretch of imagination, be supposed that a unity of sentiment soon sprung up between two such congenial spirits.  They loved, but did not get married.  They progressed on the mutual confidence plan for nearly two years, when their honeymoon began to wane, or perhaps became obscured by the overshadowing influence of the comet which is now whisking his ponderous tail over our planet, killing the early blossoms, and destroying not only the fruit crop throughout the Union, but also the sugar crop of our beloved Louisiana.

Andrews abandoned the idea, gave up all thoughts of reaching the round of the artistic ladder, when his admiring countrymen would concede to him the unquestioned right of wearing the unappropriated mantle of a Michel Angelo or a Rubens.  He became practical.  The charming widow was flush of the “sordid lucre,” and, with true Jacksonian energy and will, he laid his plans for a transfer of the deposits, which he soon accomplished, and instead of erecting a villa on the banks of the Lake of Como with the widow’s funds, he established two daguerreotype saloons—one at No. 3 St. Charles street, and the other at No. 10, a few doors from the True Delta establishment. This was not all—the cup of the charming widow’s misery was not yet full—the last drop that overflows the golden goblet, like the last ounce that breaks the camel’s back, was poured in when the unfaithful Andrews deserted her, which he did a short time ago, and married a Miss. Hoffner.

We have now stated the case as it was yesterday morning, and will give the sequel in as few words as possible.

Mrs. Charles, it seems, made up her mind to wreak her vengeance on her faithless swain by assaulting him, and then end life’s troubles by killing herself.  She procured a beautiful pearl handled dagger, we believe at Guion’s , and crossed the street towards the entrance of No. 3 St. Charles street, intending to reach the daguerrean saloon of Andrews and strike him while in the act of transferring the features of some fair one to the metallic plate.  She met him on the sidewalk, and as quick as thought the glistening blade had pierced his neck. As he turned and reeled she inflicted two more wounds on his left arm, and before the by-standers that thronged the sidewalk at the time could interfere, she gave him another stab in the thigh, when the dagger dropped from her hand.  With the utmost coolness she then forced her way through the crowd, no one in  it attempting to interfere with her, and proceeded to a carriage in waiting at the next corner, and was driven rapidly to her home, No. 269 Common street.

At a late hour last night Andrews was still living and Mrs. Charles was at her home, no arrest or legal investigation that we could hear of having taken place.

1857 May 2.  The Brooklyn Daily Eagle.  (Brooklyn, New York.)  May 2, 1857, Vol. 16, No. 102, P. 1.

[From the N. O. True Delta, April 24.]  A Woman’s Revenge.  Almost A Second Burdell Affair.  St Charles street, in the aristocratic and fashionable neighborhood of Canal, is becoming famous for scenes of startling importance.… (Mrs. Mary Jane Charles) wielded the dagger, James Andrews, the daguerreotypist being the victim.

From the best information we could obtain, we learn that Mrs. Mary Jane Charles lives, and has lived for some time past, in a large and elegant establishment at No. 269 Common street, where she rents furnished rooms.  She is a widow, and has been for some time; is about 30 years of age, beautiful, highly accomplished and fascinating in her manners.  Andrews is a young artist of lofty aspirations and Byronic exterior; and as he, some two years ago, took rooms at the establishment of the fascinating widow, it may, without any stretch of imagination, be supposed that a unity of sentiment soon sprung up between two such congenial spirits.  They loved, but did not get married.  They progressed on the mutual confidence plan for nearly two years, when their honeymoon began to wane, or perhaps became obscured by the overshadowing influence of the comet which is now whisking his ponderous tail over our planet, killing the early blossoms, and destroying not only the fruit crop throughout the Union, but also the sugar crop of our beloved Louisiana.

Andrews abandoned the idea, gave up all thoughts of reaching the round of the artistic ladder, when his admiring countrymen would concede to him the unquestioned right of wearing the unappropriated mantle of a Michel Angelo or a Rubens.  He became practical.  The charming widow was flush of the “sordid lucre,” and, with true Jacksonian energy and will, he laid his plans for a transfer of the deposits, which he soon accomplished, and instead of erecting a villa on the banks of the Lake of Como with the widow’s funds, he established two daguerreotype saloons—one at No. 3 St. Charles street, and the other at No. 10, a few doors from the True Delta establishment. This was not all—the cup of the charming widow’s misery was not yet full—the last drop that overflows the golden goblet, like the last ounce that breaks the camel’s back, was poured in when the unfaithful Andrews deserted her, which he did a short time ago, and married a Miss. Hoffner.

We have now stated the case as it was yesterday morning, and will give the sequel in as few words as possible.

Mrs. Charles, it seems, made up her mind to wreak her vengeance on her faithless swain by assaulting him, and then end life’s troubles by killing herself.  She procured a beautiful pearl handled dagger, we believe at Guion’s , and crossed the street towards the entrance of No. 3 St. Charles street, intending to reach the daguerrean saloon of Andrews and strike him while in the act of transferring the features of some fair one to the metallic plate.  She met him on the sidewalk, and as quick as thought the glistening blade had pierced his neck. As he turned and reeled she inflicted two more wounds on his left arm, and before the by-standers that thronged the sidewalk at the time could interfere, she gave him another stab in the thigh, when the dagger dropped from her hand.  With the utmost coolness she then forced her way through the crowd, no one in  it attempting to interfere with her, and proceeded to a carriage in waiting at the next corner, and was driven rapidly to her home, No. 269 Common street.

At a late hour last night Andrews was still living and Mrs. Charles was at her home, no arrest or legal investigation that we could hear of having taken place.

1857 May 4.  Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  May 4, 1857, Vol. XXVIII, No. 8286, NP.

—James Andrews, a daguerreotypist, was stabbed at New Orleans on the 24th ult. By Mrs. Mary Ann Charles, whom he had deserted, and married another woman.  She struck him on the sidewalk, first in the neck with a dagger, then twice in the arm, then in the thigh.  The spectators, did not arrest her.

1857 May 12.  Bangor Daily Journal.  (Bangor, Maine.)  May 12, 1857, Vol. 3, No. 219, P. 2.

  A Woman’s Revenge.—James Andrews, a daguerreotypist of New Orleans, lived with Mrs. Mary Ann Charles two years without being married, then stole her money and married another woman.  On the 24 ult., Mrs. Charles procured a beautiful pearl handled dagger, and crossed the street, intending to reach the daguerrean saloon of Andrews and strike him while in the act of transferring the features of some fair one to the metallic plate.  She met him on the sidewalk, and quick as thought the glistening blade had pierced his neck.  As he turned and reeled, she inflicted two more wounds on his left arm, and before the bystanders that thronged the sidewalk, at the time, could interfere, she gave him another stab in the thigh, when the dagger dropped from her hand.  With the utmost coolness she then forced her way through the crowd, no one attempting to interfere with her, and proceeded to a carriage in waiting at the next corner, and was driven rapidly to her home.

Amsden, Elbridge H.

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1850                Address and Location Unknown, New Hampshire.

1852                Address Unknown Fitchburg, Massachusetts.[1]

1857-1858       Address Unknown, Fitchburg, Massachusetts.1

1850 October 11.  New Hampshire Statesman.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  October 11, 1850, Vol. XXIX, No. 1533, P. 4.

Merrimack Co. Agricultural Society.  The twenty-seventh annual Fair and Show was holden at Fisherville, on Thursday and Friday, Sept 26th and 27th, 1850…

Premiums Awarded By The Society…

Articles of Special Improvement…

E. H. Amsden, on Daguerreotype Miniatures, 1.00.

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

Amsden, Alonzo G.

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1849-1851       Main Street, over the New York Store, Windsor, Vermont.

1851-1852       Car opposite the Windsor House, Windsor, Vermont.

1852-1854       Main Street, over the New York Store, Windsor, Vermont.

1854-1856       Rooms over Stocker & White’s Store, Windsor, Vermont.

1857-1859       Rooms over the Union Store, Windsor, Vermont.

1849 May 18.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  May 18, 1849, Vol. V, No. 48, Whole No. 257, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Alonzo G. Amsden Would inform his friends and the public that he has taken rooms over the New York Store, Windsor, Vt., where he is prepared to execute Daguerreotype Likenesses, Set in Gold Lockets, Rings, Cases, Frames, &c., in the latest and most approved style.  Having availed himself of one of the best German Instruments in the United States, and all the late improvements in rge art, and that in addition to his former practice in the business, he flatters himself he can execute as good a likeness as those in the cities, or elsewhere.  Persons desirous of procuring Daguerreotype Likenesses of themselves or friendsor copies of Daguerreotypes, Portraits, Miniature Paintings, Engravings, or Statuary, are particularly invited to give me a call.  I have a splendid assortment of Gold Lockets on hand.  Instructions given in the art.  Alonzo G. Amsden.

Advertisement ran from May 18, 1849 to May 17, 1850.    

1849 May 23.  The Vermont Chronicle.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  May 23, 1849, Vol. XXIV, No. 21, Whole No. 1206, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniature Rooms, Over The New York Store, Windsor, VT.  Alonzo G. Amsden would inform his friends and the public that he has taken rooms over the New York Store,  where he may be found at all times, and is prepared to execute all kinds of Daguerreotype Likenesses, set in Lockets, Rings, Cases, Frames, &c., in the latest and most approved style.  Having availed himself of one of the best German Instruments in the United States, and all the late improvements in the art, in addition to his former practice in the business, he feels confident that he can execute as good a likeness as those in the cities or elsewhere.  Persons wishing to procure Daguerreotype Likenesses of themselves or friends, Copies of Daguerreotypes, Portraits, Miniatures, Engravings, or Statuary, are particularly invited to give me a call.  Ladies and Gentlemen, if are in want of a Likeness or not, please call and examine specimens, free of expense.  I intend making this a permanent location, and solicit a share of your patronage.  Instructions given in the art.  Gold and Plated Lockets constantly on hand.

P. S. Miniatures taken at all times during the day, without regard to weather.  A. G. Amsden.

Advertisement ran from May 23, 1849 to May 21, 1850.

1849 October 12.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  October 12, 1849, Vol. VI, No. 17, Whole No. 278, P. 1 & 2.

Windsor Co. Agricultural Society.  The following Premiums were awarded at the Fourth annual Fair of the Windsor Co. Agricultural Society, held at Windsor on the3 third and forth days of October, 1849:—

…Discretionary Premiums awarded as follows, the articles not being entered for a premium:…

Fine specimen daguerreotype, Mr. A. G. Amsden, Windsor, 1.00.

1850 June 14.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  June 14, 1850, Vol. VI, No. 52, Whole No. 313, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Alonzo G. Amsden Would inform his friends and the public that he has taken rooms over the New York Store, Windsor, Vt., where he is prepared to execute Daguerreotype Likenesses, Set in Gold Lockets, Rings, Cases, Frames, &c., in the latest and most approved style.  Having availed himself of one of the best German Instruments in the United States, and all the late improvements in rge art, and that in addition to his former practice in the business, he flatters himself he can execute as good a likeness as those in the cities, or elsewhere.  Persons desirous of procuring Daguerreotype Likenesses of themselves or friendsor copies of Daguerreotypes, Portraits, Miniature Paintings, Engravings, or Statuary, are particularly invited to give me a call.  I have a splendid assortment of Gold Lockets on hand.  Instructions given in the art.  Alonzo G. Amsden.

Advertisement ran from June 14, 1850 to April 25, 1851.   

1850 October 4.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  October 4, 1850, Vol. VII, No. 16, Whole No. 329, P. 1.

From the Woodstock Mercury.  Windsor County Agricultural Fair.  On Wednesday and Thursday, of last week, the annual fair, held in this village…the following premiums, awarded by the several committees, were declared:—

Miscellaneous Articles…A. G. Amsden, Windsor, Daguerreotypes  1.00

1851 May 2.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  May 2, 1851, Vol. VII, No. 46, Whole No. 359, P. 3.

Miniatures By Daguerreotype.  J. Soule Would respectfully inform the public, that he has taken the rooms formerly occupied by Mr. A. G. Amsden, over the “New York Store,” Main Street, where he is prepared to take Miniatures in every variety of style; the quality of which all are requested to call and judge for themselves.  He would only say, that intending to make this a permanent location, no exertions or expense will be spared in rendering them equal to any.  Having availed himself of all the recent improvements in the Art, and being determined to use none but the best materials, together with his utmost endeavors to please, he hopes to merit a share of the public patronage.

All Miniatures taken at his rooms will be finished in the highest perfection of the Art.

Stock and Chemicals for Sale.  Instructions given on the most reasonable terms.

1851 October 10.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  October 10, 1851, Vol. VIII, No. 17, Whole No. 382, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Saloon.  Ladies and Gentlemen of Windsor and vicinity, to you I have a word to say in relation to further prospects, and that is, I have a Daguerreotype Saloon now building at the Car Manufactory of Messrs. Robbins & Lawrence, which will be one of the largest and most convenient Saloons in the United States, furnished with one of the largest and best Ground Glass Sky-Lights in the country, to be completed in about two or three weeks, and located in some convenient spot in this place.

Those wishing to procure superb  Likenesses of themselves or friends, can do so by the Ground Glass Sky Light, (with the assistance of your humble servant,) which is superior to any light in the city.  Perhaps you may say this is saying too much about your Ground Glass Sky-Light, but I am inclind to believe that I can convince you of the fact, when the saloon is in operation. Remember, within two or three weeks.  Very respectfully yours, Alonzo G. Amsden.

Advertisement ran from October 10 to December 5, 1851.

1851 December 12.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  December 12, 1851, Vol. VIII, No. 26, Whole No. 391, P. 3.

Amsden’s Daguerreotype Saloon, Opposite The Windsor House, Windsor, Vermont.  Ladies and Gentlemen,  I would respectfully call your attention to my new Daguerreotype Saloon,—It is arranged with one of the largest and best Ground Glass Sky-Lights in the United States, and is a beautiful specimen of workmanship.  Any person will be well paid if they should go ten or fifteen miles to see the Saloon if they do not want a likeness, but if they do, it is decidedly the place to get one, because the arrangements for taking beautiful Daguerreotypes are unsurpassed.  Many people have seen my former work, which is equal with that of other Artists; but now I am prepared to execute better Likenesses than I have previously done.  Miniatures set in Gold Lockets, Cases, Frames, &c., in the best and most approved style.  I have one of the best German Instruments in the Art, and if you wish for a Likeness come and see me,—if you do not, give me a call,—I shall be very happy to see you.

Daguerreotypes, Portraits, Miniatures, Engravings, Statuary, copied in the best manner.

Gold Lockets constantly on hand.

Instruction given in the Art.

Forward Your Faces.  A. G. Amsden.

Advertisement was recorded on December 12 to 26, 1851.

1852 July 13.  The Vermont Chronicle.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  July 13, 1852, Vol. XXVII, No. 28, Whole No. 1371, P. 3.

On Sunday morning last, between two and three o’clock, Amsden’s Daguerreotype Saloon in this village was discovered to be on fire.  It was soon entirely destroyed, with nearly all its contents.  Loss estimated at about 1200 dollars.  Insured at the Windsor Co. Mutual for $800.  Origin of the fire unknown.

1852 July 21.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  Vol. XVIII, No. XLI. P. 2.

The Vermont Chronicle states that on Sunday morning, the 11th instant, between two and three o’clock, Amsden’s Daguerreotype Saloon in this village (Windsor) was discovered to be on fire.  It was soon entirely destroyed, with nearly all its contents.  Loss estimated at about 1200 dollars.  Insured at the Windsor Co. Mutual for $800.  Origin of the fire unknown.

1852 October 22.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  October 22, 1852, Vol. IX, No. 19, Whole No. 436, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniature Rooms, Over The New York Store, Windsor, Vermont.  A. G. Amsden has taken rooms over the New York Store for the present, and is prepared to execute all kinds of Daguerreotype Likenesses, set in Lockets, Pins, Cases, Frames, &c., in the latest and most approved style.

Persons wishing to procure Likenesses of themselves or friends, copies of Daguerreotypes, Portraits, Miniatures, Engravings, or Statuary, are particularly invited to call.

Miniatures taken at all time3s without regard to weather.  A. G. Amsden. 

Advertisement was recorded on October 22, 1852 and July 1, 1853 to May 5, 1854.

1854 May 12.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  May 12, 1854, Vol. X, No. 47, Whole No. 515, P. 4.

Daguerrean Gallery, Over Stocker & White’s Store, Windsor, Vt.  A. G. Amsden.

Miniatures taken at all times without regard to weather.

Advertisement ran from May 12, 1854 to November 21, 1856.

1856 November 28.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  November 28, 1856, Vol. XIII, No. 24, Whole No. 648, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Gallery, Over Stocker & White’s Store.  Daguerreotypes and Glass Pictures taken at all times, without regard to weather.

Also For Sale.  Maps of Windsor County, Violins, Strings, Violin Bows, Bridges, Tailpieces, Books, Rosin, Flagolets, Accordions, one splendid Bass Viol, Bass Viol Strings, Guitar Strings, Toys, &c., and am always on hand for a swap on Violins.

Advertisement ran from November 28, 1856 to October 9, 1857.

1857 October 9.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  October 9, 1857, Vol. XIV, No. 17, Whole No. 693, P. 3.

Removed!  Amsden’s Daguerreotype Gallery Has been removed to Rooms Over The Union Store, Nearly opposite the Windsor House.  Daguerreotypes and Glass Pictures taken at all times without regard to weather.

Also For Sale.  Maps of Windsor County, Violins, Strings, Violin Bows, Bridges, Pegs, Tailpieces, Books, Rosin, Flagolets, Accordions, one splendid Bass Viol, Bass Viol Strings, Guitar Strings, Toys, &c., and am always on hand for a swap on Violins.

Advertisement was recorded five times between October 9, 1857 to April 9, 1859.

1859 April 30.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  April 30, 1859, Vol. XV, No. 46, Whole No. 774, P. 3.

A G. Amsden’s Ambrotype Rooms, Over the Union Store, Nearly opposite Windsor House.

Also For Sale One Telescope Rifle, Target Rifles, Sporting Rifles and Shot Guns, manufactured by D. H. Hilliard Cornish, N. H., one of the Best Rifle makers in the United States.

Second Hand Watches, Gold Lockets, Maps of Windsor County, Violin Bows, Strings, Bridges, Pegs, Tailpieces, Books, Rosin, Flute-Flagolets, Accordions,

One Splendid Bass Viol, Bass Viol Strings, Guitar Strings, Toys, &c., and am always on hand for a swap on Violins.  A. G. Amsden.

Advertisement was recorded nine times between April 30 to September 17, 1859.

Ambrose, D. R.

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1845                Corner State and Pleasant Streets, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1845 June 3.  New Hampshire Gazette.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  June 3, 1845, Vol. XCI, No. 22, P. 3. 

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  D. R. Ambrose, respectfully informs the inhabitants of Portsmouth and vicinity, that having acquired a thorough knowledge of the Daguerrian Art, he will take Likenesses in the latest Improved style, Patent Colored, in clear, cloudy, or rainy weather, Warranted correct and satisfactory—and well secured in handsome cases for $2.50.  Gentlemen and Ladies are invited to call and examine specimens.

Rooms at the corner of State and Pleasant Streets, over Preston’s Drug Store.

Advertisement ran from June 3 to 17, 1845.

1845 June 7.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  June 7, 1845, Vol. LVI, No. 23, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  D. R. Ambrose, respectfully informs the inhabitants of Portsmouth and vicinity, that having acquired a thorough knowledge of the Daguerrian Art, he will take Likenesses in the latest Improved style, Patent Colored, in clear, cloudy, or rainy weather, Warranted correct and satisfactory—and well secured in handsome cases for $2.50.  Gentlemen and Ladies are invited to call and examine specimens.

Rooms at the corner of State and Pleasant Streets, over Preston’s Drug Store.

Advertisement ran from June 7 to 14, 1845.

Alvord & Talmadge

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1850-1851       Rooms at the China’s Hotel, Sumterville, South Carolina.

1850 December 11.  The Sumter Banner.  (Sumterville, South Carolina.)  December 11, 1850, Vol. V, No. 7, P. 4.

Daguerreotype Likenesses.  The undersigned having taken rooms at China’s Hotel, would respectfully announce to the citizens of Sumterville and vicinity, that they are prepared to take Daguerreotype Pictures in the best style of the art.

Being in the possession of the latest improvements, and using a newly discovered Chemical, we are enabled to produce a picture, which for durability, mellowness, of tone, and beauty of finish cannot be surpassed.

Our Pictures are neatly put up in all varieties of Cases, from the common to the delicate Papier Mache.

For Miniatures we have a good assortment of Lockets, to which the attention of the ladies is invited.  Alvord & Talmadge.                  

Advertisement ran from December 11, 1850 to January 8, 1851.

Also in Athens, Georgia and Greenville,  South Carolina in 1850-1851. [1]

[1] Partners with the Sun South Carolina Photographers 1840-1940, P. 56, by Harvey S. Teal.