Category Archives: Photographs

Elwell, William A.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , ,

1856-1865       Address Unknown, Gloucester, Massachusetts.[1]

1856                23½ Front Street, Gloucester, Massachusetts.

1866-1877       78 Front Street, Gloucester, Massachusetts.1

1874                72 Front Street, Gloucester, Massachusetts.1

1878                Address Unknown, Gloucester, Massachusetts.1

1879                73 Front Street, Gloucester, Massachusetts.1

1881-1883       120 Main Street, Gloucester, Massachusetts.1

1884                Address Unknown, Gloucester, Massachusetts.1

1856 December  13.  Cape Anne Light and Gloucester Telegraph.  (Gloucester, Massachusetts.)  December 13, 1856, Vol. XXX, No. 15, P. 3.

Elwell’s New Photographic Picture Rooms!!  The subscriber having recently erected a First Class Establishment, for carrying on the Photographic art, in all its branches at No. 23½ Front St., (two doors west of the Post Office,) would take this occasion to invite his friends and the public generally to call and examine his new rooms, whether wishing a picture or not.  Having had considerable experience in fitting up rooms of this description, I flatter myself that these are the best ever offered in Gloucester, being far superior to my old place in every respect, and has been pronounced by competent judges, to be one of the most perfect establishments for the purpose in the country.

And in this connection I would suggest to those in search of Presents For Presents For The Holidays, that nothing can be more appropriate for the purpose than a beautiful sun painting, for which purpose I have stocked my rooms with a large assortment of new and beautiful styles of Cases, Frames, Gold Lockets, &c., &c., which I am ready to fill with beautiful counterfeits of the human face divine.

Those having small Daguerreotypes of deceased friends, can have Photographs made from them for frames, and have any number of copies, by leaving them at my rooms.  A perfect likeness warranted in every case.

Remember Elwell is the only place in Gloucester where Daguerreotypes can be procured.

The public will please bear in mind that I do take pictures on glass for those who wish them, (notwithstanding the [terrors] of the law, with which I am constantly threatened,) which are finished by Elwell’s new and durable process, a spurious imitation of which has been called by the absurd and ridiculous name, Ambrotype! Which, being interpreted, means immortal picture; the ridiculous absurdity of calling anything pertaining to this material world, immortal, must be apparent to every one.  And the public are hereby cautioned against buying pictures on glass with another glass stuck to the back of them with a destructible gum which will eventually prove their destruction.  The public may rest assured that there is no gum game about my process.

The subscriber, ever grateful for the liberal patronage he has heretofore received, would solicit a continuance of the same; and having had the honor of introducing into Gloucester the art of Photographing on Glass and Paper, will continue to produce those pictures in all their beauty and perfection, notwithstanding the snapping of any cur who may choose to bark, or the malignity of the meaner spirit that says, “cist-a-boy.”  Wm. A. Elwell, No. 23½ Front St., Gloucester.

Advertisement  was recorded on December 13, 1856 & January 3, 1857.

1857 November  14.  Cape Anne Light and Gloucester Telegraph.  (Gloucester, Massachusetts.)  November 14, 1857, Vol. XXXI, No. 46, P. 1.

The Custom House.—Mr. W. A. Elwell of this town, has executed a fine photograph of the new Custom House, copies of which are for sale by him.  Mr. Elwell is a good artist, and takes some excellent pictures.

1858 November  16.  Cape Anne Advertiser.  (Gloucester, Massachusetts.)  November 16, 1858, Vol. 1, No. 4, P. 2.

Happening up in the Armory of the American Guard a few evenings since3, our attention was attracted to a large frame which contained partings to receive the ambrotype of each member.  About thirty have already had their ambrotype placed in the frame.  When completed it will present as good looking a body of young men as can be found in the country.  W. A. Elwell is the artist engaged in the work of ambrotyping the Guard, which is a sufficient guarantee that it will be done in the best style of the art.

1858 May 1.  Cape Anne Light and Gloucester Telegraph.  (Gloucester, Massachusetts.)  May 1, 1858, Vol. XXXII, No. 18, P. 3.

To Let.  The Room in front of Elwell’s Photographic Rooms, suitable for a Reading Room, Office, or for the Millinery business.  Inquire W. A. Elwell, on the premises.

Information from Mack Lee.

William Elwell was born in Gloucester, Massachusetts April 1828 the son of Henry and Sarah Parson Elwell.  He died on March 31, 1891 of stomach ulcers. 

Inscription scratched into the back of sixth plate daguerreotype plate “Flora Elwell 3 years old Sept. 26, 1854.”

He found an 1860 city directory which list his address at 64 High Street and occupation as daguerrian Artist.

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

Elwell, Tallmadge

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , ,

1852-1853       Post Office Building, St. Anthony, Minnesota.

1853-1857       Charles King New Building, St. Anthony, Minnesota.[1]

1852 August 27.  St. Anthony Express.  (St. Anthony, Minnesota.)  August 27, 1852, Vol. II, No. 14, P. 3.

T. Elwell, Daguerrean Artist, Having opened a room in the Post Office building, request those desirous of obtaining pictures to call immediately.  Prices from $1.50 to $3.00—cheaper than the cheapest.

Advertisement ran from August 27 to October 29, 1852.

1852 December 3.  St. Anthony Express.  (St. Anthony, Minnesota.)  December 3, 1852, Vol. II, No. 28, P. 3.

Portraits.  Still Anxious to serve the Public.  The subscriber having determined upon remaining in St Anthony longer than he had preciously announced and expected, still wishes to keep it before the people that he is to be found at his room in the Post Office building ready to furnish correct and life-like portraitures and interesting views of the falls to all who may desire.  Increased facilities lately received are not wanting to insure the most satisfactory and desirable results.  T. Elwell.

Advertisement ran from December 3, 1852 to

1854 February 1.  North-Western Democrat.  (St. Anthony, Minnesota.)  February 1, 1854, Vol. 1, No. [ ? ], P. 3.

Elwell’s Sky-Light Daguerrean Gallery.  The subscriber, not content with a little light upon a [subject] where luminous power may be brought to bear with such excellent effect as in Portrait Making, has through the agency of Charles R. King, Esq., secured a Perfect Flood of it by the construction of a Mammoth Light, containing upwards of 225 square feet of Glass.

This light, rendered controllable by perfect curtain arrangement, can be made to produce any desired effect, and happily answers every purpose for which it was intended; if, perchance, it secures the patronage of that class of citizens whose cultivated taste enables them to judge correctly of Artistic Merit.

Critics, Connoisseurs, and [Lovers] of Art generally, are especially invited to make the Gallery a place of Frequent Resort, And Of Free Communication:  while others, seeking to excite or gratify curiosity, or desiring to secure Gems’ of Natural Scenery, Or Shadows From Life, are assured that here they will always be welcome, and can have their wants supplied on the Shortest possible Notice.

Thus the invitation is to All, even the “Sons Of The Forest shall be received with that consideration due to their rank as Native Americans.

Pictures taken at all hours of the day, and in all kinds of weather.  the images of little ‘wee bit of children’ will be caught while kicking in the nurse’s arms if necessary, or if [ ? ] while sitting quietly on the mother’s lap.  [ ? ] views of St Anthony Falls, Minnehaha [ ?…]

1856 November 27.  Minnesota Republican.  (Minneapolis, Minnesota.)  November 27, 1856, Vol. II, No. 45, P. 2.

Ho!  For A Home.  Granite City, And its vicinity, offers peculiar inducement to those seeking Pleasant Homes, in a new and inviting portion of the Territory, Blessed with the very best market in the North-West, and secured as such for all time to come, by [its] contiguity to Lake Superior, and the important Lumbering and Mining Interests of Northern Minnesota; again in the inviting beauty of the country—its rich, productive, and easily improved Soil on the one hand, and tall, [ ? ] Pines on the other, intermixed with [hard] timber of various kinds—we have a Union rarely found, but always blessed to the abundant prosperity of those who can appreciate home comforts, of the elements of individual wealth [ ? ] reference to the country, it is now subjected to Pre-Emption, that glorious iniative rite, which puts on an equal basis the Rich And Poor, so far as the [ ? ] is concerned—creates society at once, and convert a new country into a theatre of the most active and progressive enterprise that can well be conceived.  To occupy such a country, from 200 to 500 Families are immediately wanted the coming spring, who can start together, grow rich together, and live and die together, and be surrounded in a short time by all the comforts, and many of the [ ? ] of life with Pleasant Homes…T. Elwell.

Real Estate Held for sale in St. Cloud, Mille Lae, Geneva, and Fremont, as well as various places in the country, by T. Elwell.

Horses and many other kinds of property usually for sale by T. Elwell.

A Two Horse, double seated carriage now on hand.  Price $150.  Also a Daguerrean Car in Minneapolis, easily converted into a pleasant movable office.  T. Elwell.

Real Estate generally on hand, to exchange for good horses and cattle. T. Elwell.

Albumenized Photographs, A Very pleasing and desirable kind of pictures, will usually be kept for sale at Wales’ Book store, Lower Town, St Anthony.  Please call and examine them, before purchasing views of Minnesota scenery.  T. Elwell.

All communications should for the present, be addressed to the subscriber at St. Anthony.  Present residence three miles from town; in the spring at Grant City.  Talmadge Elwell.

[1] The Daguerreian Annual, 1992, P. 59-72.  The Diary Of Tallmadge Elwell Pioneer Daguerreotypist 1852 by James Taylor Dunn.

Elrod, John C.

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

1853-1855       447 Main Street, Louisville, Kentucky.

1853                Address Unknown, Lexington, Kentucky.

1856                Rooms over Craig and Elliott’s Store, Lexington, Kentucky.

1859                71 North Fourth, St. Louis, Missouri.

1853 November 5.  Courier Journal.  (Louisvill, Kentucky.)  November 5, 1853, Vol. XXIII, No. 293, P. 2.

Fine Daguerreotypes For One Dollar!!  At Elrod’s & Carr’s, (Late J. A. Kimball,) 447 Main street, Louisville; Also On Main Street, Lexington, Kentucky.

Pictures taken at both these galleries by the latest and most improved process, and put up for customers in superior style at Prices To Suit the Times.

Especial pains will be taken at these establishments to give entire satisfaction to their customers, and no work will be allowed to go out that will not reflect credit upon the operators and proprietors.

Call and examine the extensive collection of specimens, engravings, paintings, and other works of Art with which these rooms are adorned.

Advertisement was recorded from November 5 to December 30, 1853.

1855 January 30.  The Daily Louisville Times.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  January 30, 1855, Vol. III, No. 288, P. 2.

G. W. Bartlett, long known as a Daguerreotypist, of Albany, Ind., has bought Elrod & Carr’s Gallery, formerly known as Kimball’s 477 Main street, Louisville, Ky.  He would respectfully say that he is prepared to take Daguerreotypes in any style of the art in a superior manner, and would solicit a share of the public patronage.  Pictures from one dollar upwards.

1856 February 1.  The Kentucky Statesman.  (Lexington, Kentucky.)  February 1, 1856, Vol. VII, No. 37, P. 2.

Elrod’s Gallery.—We look through this museum of the fine arts the other day, and recognized many familiar faces in Mezzograph portraits, Mrs. Julia Dean Hayne the celebrated actress and Mr. Anderson the tragedian are there represented with life and fidelity.  Elrod’s gallery presents attraction worthy the attention of all lovers of the fine arts.  Mr. Porter is not surpassed as a Photographists, and the Mezzographs and Photographs painted in oil colours by Mr. iller speak more in his praise than can be written in words.aynes

1856 February 22.  The Kentucky Statesman.  (Lexington, Kentucky.)  February 23, 1856, Vol. VII, No. 53, P. 3.

Elrod’s Gallery Is The Place, was and will continue to be the place, for the people to get the finest Mezzographs and Photographs, from locket size to life size.  Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes taken as cheap as they can be got at any other place in the city of the same quality or anything near the quality of pictures that are made at my gallery.

Perfect satisfaction given in price and pictures.  Call and examine specimens. 

Advertisement was recorded fourteen times between February 22 to April 11, 1856.

1856 August 5.  The Kentucky Statesman.  (Lexington, Kentucky.)  August 5, 1856, Vol. VII, No. 90, P. 3.

Truth Is Like A Torch, the more it is shaken the more it shines; but sometimes burns people’s noses, “can’t help that—such noses better keep out of the way.”

Elrod’s Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Mezzographs, and all other kind of Pictures made by him, are like the truth, especially when compared with pictures that were made by some other would-be Artistes; if they don’t get their noses burnt, they most.  Prices reduced.  Come and see.  New and beautiful Cases and Frames.  All kinds of Daguerreotype, Ambrotype and Photographic materials for sale at Eastern retail prices.  Rooms over Craig and Elliott’s Store.  April 25.

Advertisement was recorded eleven times between August 5 to September 19, 1856.  

1856 September 16.  The Kentucky Statesman.  (Lexington, Kentucky.)  September 16, 1856, Vol. VII, No. 102, P. 2.

Premiums Awarded By The Kentucky Agricultural and Mechanical Association, at their Far, 1856.

Artistic—

Ambrotypes, 3 entries, W. R. Phipps, prem. ; J. C. Elrod, cert.

Daguerreotypes, 2 entries, W. R. Phipps, prem. ; J. C. Elrod, cert. 

Photographs, 1 entry, J. C. Elrod, prem.

1858 September 17.  Louisville Daily Courier.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  September 17, 1858, Vol. 27, No. 68, P. 1.

Mr. J. C. Elrod, the celebrated daguerreotypist, was thrown from his buggy this morning and had his leg broken,  The fracture is considered a very dangerous one.

1859 March 1.  Louisville Daily Courier.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  March 1, 1859, Vol. 28, No. 51, P. 1.

List of letters Remaining in the Louisville Post Office on March 1, 1859.

Elrod, John C.

1859 April 23.  Louisville Daily Courier.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  April 23, 1859, Vol. 28, No. 97, P. 1.

Letters from St. Louis…

Another is Jno. C. Elrod, daguerreotypist, of Lexington, Ky., who has cast his fortune in these parts.  He is one of the best in his profession.  You will remember that the pictures exhibited by him were universally admired at the U. S. Agricultural Fair held at Louisville, and took the prize.

1859 February 20.  Daily Missouri Republican.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  February 20, 1859, Vol. XXXVII, No. 43, P. 4. 

List of Letters remaining in the Post Office…

Elrod, John C.

1859 April 12.  Daily Missouri Republican.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  April 12, 1859, Vol. XXXVII, No. 90, P. 3. 

J. C. Elrod, late of Lexington, Kentucky, has purchased the photographic and daguerreotype gallery of T. M. Easterly, No. 71, corner Fourth and Olive streets.  The public can be accommodated with pictures as fine as ever was made in the West or East, and at prices to suit the times.  Pictures from the smallest size up to the life size photographs, and beautifully colored in oil colors, by one of the best artists in America, made either from life, or copied from small pictures of deceased persons.  This gallery has every convenience necessary to the comforts of ladies and children in the way of dressing rooms, &c., and it is the place to get a good picture of your babies.  [ ? ].

1859 May 13.  Daily Missouri Republican.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  May 13, 1859, Vol. XXXVII, No. 116, P. 3. 

Ladies Remember—J. C. Elrod, No. 71 North Fourth street, is making some of the finest pictures that was ever made in this city.  He makes children’s pictures in one second.  Mr. E. has been fifteen years successfully engaged  in the varios branches of photographs.  Prices to suit the times.  Only fifty cents for a beautiful picture and case.  To avoid a crowd go early in the day—regardless of weather.

1859 June 7.  Daily Missouri Republican.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  June 7, 1859, Vol. XXXVII, No. 137, P. 3. 

A New Way To Advertise.—Mr. J. C. Elrod, No. 71 Fourth street, will, for a few days, give a splendid Photograph to every person that will purchase of him a gilt frame and pay the usual retail price of the frame.

1859 June 28.  Daily Missouri Republican.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  June 28, 1859, Vol. XXXVII, No. 155, P. 3. 

The Best Place For Babies.—Go to Elrod’s Gallery, No. 71 Fourth street, if you wish a good picture of your children.  Elrod offers $10 reward to any one that will bring him a baby that he cannot make a good picture of.  Ladies, rush in and let us hear who has the worst baby in St. Louis.

1859 October 13.  Daily Missouri Republican.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  October 13, 1859, Vol. XXXVII, No. 244, P. 3. 

Wanted—A good woman Cook; she must be either American or German, Protestant, and steady in her habits—one that is willing to work.  Such a person can have a good, steady home, and good pay.  References required.  Inquire of J. C. Elrod, No. 71 North Fourth street, up stairs.

1859 November 15.  Daily Missouri Republican.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  November 15, 1859, Vol. XXXVII, No. 272, P. 3. 

Boarding—Good accommodations for a small family, or four single young men.  This is a goiod opportunity to those that wish to board in a private family, that lives well.  We have two rooms nicely furnished, and connected by doorway, supplied with gas and water and every comfort.  The location is one of the best in the city.  Enquire at No. 80 South Fourth street, or J. C. Elrod, No. 71 North Fourth street, up stairs.

1861 February 16.  Daily Missouri Republican.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  February 16, 1861, Vol. XXXIX, No. 35, P. 3. 

List Of Letters Remaining In the Post office at St. Louis…

Elrod, J. C.

Ellis, Lemuel

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, Stereoviews, , , , , , , ,

Ellis, Lemuel

Robinson & Ellis

Wing & Ellis

Ca. 1850          Address Unknown, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1851                In Canada, various locations.[2]

1854                Address Unknown, Lynn, Massachusetts.1

1854                123 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1857                Address Unknown, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1858                203 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1859                Foster Block, Worcester, Massachusetts.

Ca. 1850.  Information and research from Graham Garrett. 

Robinson & Ellis, Stanstead, Lennoxville and Sherbrooke, L. C. (Quebec).  Senior partner was Joseph C. Robinson, born in the U. S. in 1826.  Listed as a portrait painter and daguerreotypist.  Mentioned on Sherbrooke Census as having a residence in Lennoxville.  Advertisement on January 9th, 1851 stated, “Messrs. Robinson & Ellis, the celebrated Photographic Artists, (from Boston), contemplated visiting Sherbrooke about the 25th Jan….”  Listed in 1848 as having gallery at 170 Broadway, N.Y., Cincinnati, 1850-51.  Lemuel Ellis (q.v.), a partner, was also located at 123 Washington St., Boston, and advertised in Montreal in 1854.

1854 March 6.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  March 6, 1854, Vol. IX, No. 54, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington Street….Boston. On hand, a good variety of Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

1854 March 10.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  March 10, 1854, Vol. X, No. 38, Whole No. 506, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington Street….Boston. On hand, a good variety of Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from March 10 to April 7, 1854.

1854 March 10.  Vermont Watchman and State Journal.  (Montpelier, Vermont.)  March 10, 1854, Vol. XLVIII, No. 15, Whole No. 2473, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington St., Boston.  On hand, a good variety of cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from March 10 to April 7, 1854.

1854 March 11.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  March 11, 1854, Vol. LXV, No. 10, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington St., Boston.  On hand, a good variety of cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from March 11 to April 1, 1854.

1854 March 17.  The Rockland Gazette.  (Rockland, Maine.)  March 17, 1854, Vol. 9, No. 5, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington St., Boston.  On hand, a good variety of cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from March 11 to April 14, 1854.

1854 March 17.  The Union and Eastern Journal.  (Biddeford, Maine.)  March 17, 1854, Vol. X, No. 11, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington St., Boston.  On hand, a good variety of cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from March 17 to April 21, 1854.

1854 March 18.  Cape Anne Light and Gloucester Telegraph.  (Gloucester, Massachusetts.)  March 18, 1854, Vol XXVIII, No. 11, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington St., Boston.  On hand, a good variety of cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement was recorded three times between March 17 to April 29, 1854.

1854 March 18.  New Hampshire Statesman.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  March 18, 1854, Vol. XXXIII, No. 1712, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington St., Boston.  On hand, a good variety of Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from March 18 to May 27, 1854.

1854 March 21.  Dover Enquirer.  (Dover, New Hampshire.)  March 21, 1854, Vol. VVVII, No. 43, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington St., Boston.  On hand, a good variety of Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from March 21 to April 18, 1854.

1854 March 23.  Green-Mountain Freeman.  (Montpelier, Vermont.)  March 23, 1854, Vol. XI, No. 13, P. 3. 

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington Street. On hand a good variety of cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

1854 March 24.  The Norfolk Democrat.  (Dedham, Massachusetts.)  March 24, 1854, Vol. XVI, No. 10, Whole No. 790, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington Street. On hand a good variety of cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from March 24 to September 15, 1854.

1854 March 31.  Norfolk Democrat.  (Dedham, Massachusetts.)  March 31, 1854, Vol. XVI, No. 11, Whole No. 791, P. 3.

Boston Cards—March 1854.  Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington Street. On hand a good variety of Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement Ran from March 31 to April 28, 1854.

1854 May 2.  Dover Enquirer.  (Dover, New Hampshire.)  May 2, 1854, Vol. VVVII, No. 49, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington St., Boston.  On hand, a good variety of Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from May 2 to 30, 1854.

1854 May 3.  The Middlebury Register.  (Middlebury, Vermont.)  May 3, 1854, Vol. XIX, No. 2, P. 3.

Ellis’s Daguerreotype Rooms.  123 Washington Street.  On hand, a good variety of Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from May 3 to 31, 1854.

1854 May 5.  Norfolk Democrat.  (Dedham, Massachusetts.)  May 5, 1854, Vol. XVI, No. 16, Whole No. 796, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington Street. On hand a good variety of Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement Ran from May 5 to June 2, 1854.

1854 May 10.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  May 10, 1854, Vol. XX, No. 40, P. 3.

Ellis’s Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington St.  On hand, a good variety of Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement was recorded on May 10, 1854.

1854 June 16.  Norfolk Democrat.  (Dedham, Massachusetts.)  June 16, 1854, Vol. XVI, No. 22, Whole No. 802, P. 3.

Boston Cards—March 1854.  good variety of Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement Ran from June 16 to September 15, 1854.

1859 May 18.  Worcester Daily Transcript.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  May 18, 1859, Vol. 9, No. 133, Whole No. 2593, P. 2.

Messrs Wing & Ellis, the daguerreotypists of Foster’s Block have the best collection of photographic and stereoscopic views of places in Worcester that we have seen.  The have a daguerreotype room on wheels that will go to any part of the city, take off one’s residence in the twinkling of a sunbeam, with wife or children sitting on the doorstep, if desired.  They have handsome views of residences of Messrs. Stephen Salisbury, Samuel Davis, W. A. Hacker, John Hammond, Ethan Allen and others, which are as faithful as they are pretty.  Their daguerreotype rooms does as good work as any in the city.

1859 May 25.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  May 25, 1859, Vol. 14, No. 121, P. 2.

Stereoscopic Views.—We have seen some very fine photographs prepared for the stereoscope by Wing & Ellis of this city.  They have a series of views taken at various points in this city, and well executed.

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

[2] Information from Graham Garrett A Biographical Index of Daguerreotypist in Canada 1839-1871.

Elliott, J. Perry

Daguerreotypes, Melainotypes, Photographs, , , , ,

1858-1859       45 Main Street, Evansville, Indiana.

1858 June 9.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  June 9, 1858, Vol. XI, No. 41, P. 3.

Daguerrean Gallery.  Evansville can now boast of having the largest and one of the best galleries in the State.—Messrs. Randall & Elliott’s City Gallery, No. 45 Main street.—  These gentlemen keep up with all the new and valuable improvements, and an examination of their work will convince any one that their pictures are second to none.

1858 July 31.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  July 31, 1858, Vol. X, No. 306, P. 3.

The Circus band was parading through the streets yesterday.  The horses presented quite an imposing appearance with their red plumes floating jauntily over their heads.  Messrs. Randall and Elliott took a picture of them as they were passing up Main street.  Also of the spotted leopard which was loose in a carriage in front of the band.

1858 August 6.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  August 6, 1858, Vol. X, No. 311, P. 3.

If you want a fine life-like picture of yourself, go to the City Gallery, No. 45 Main street.  Remember that the best is always the cheapest, and especially is this so with regard to pictures; therefore go where you are sure of getting the best.  Messrs. Randall & Elliott have just received a great variety of plain and fancy cases.

1858 September 15.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  September 15, 1858, Vol. XI, No. 32, P. 3.

Messrs. Randall & Elliott, at the City Gallery, 45 Main street, have, with their mammoth instrument, been turning out some beautiful groups, some of them containing twelve men in a group.  They have the largest and best instrument that was ever brought to this city, and persons wishing pictures, singly or in groups, would do well to patronize the city gallery.

1858 September 25.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  September 25, 1858, Vol. XI, No. 41, P. 3.

Messrs. Randall & Elliott are prepared to finish any number of nice photographs of the Marine Hospital, at the reasonable price of 50 cents per picture.  The photograph is a fine one, and will make, when framed, a neat parlor ornament.  Our citizens should procure the picture of their finest building whilst they have the opportunity.

1858 October 1.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  October 1, 1858, Vol. XI, No. 46, P. 3.

Messrs. Randall & Elliott, at the City Gallery of Art, 45 Main street, are now making very large Photographs and coloring them in oil.  They are the most beautiful as well as the most durable pictures that were ever made and we advise all who wish to obtain a “thing of beauty” that shall be a “joy forever” to give them a call.

1858 October 12.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  October 12, 1858, Vol. XI, No. 55, P. 3.

Pictures! Pictures!!—Persons visiting our city during the Fair, and especially those who are in town who are in want of first-rate likenesses, should not fail to call at Randall & Elliot’s City Gallery of Art, 45 Main street.  Our citizens not be old that this is the best Gallery in the West, and those who are not posted, need only their specimens to be convinced of the fact.

1858 October 19.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  October 19, 1858, Vol. XI, No. 61, P. 1.

List of Premiums Awarded by the Vanderburgh Agricultural and Horticultural Society…Division F—Class 1.

Randall & Elliott, best collection of Ambrotypes…………………………$1 and dip.

Tileston and Brother, best plain and colored collection of Photographs…..$1 and dip.

1858 October 23.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  October 23, 1858, Vol. XI, No. 65, P. 3.

Messrs. Randall & Elliott have sent up to the Fair at Vincennes, specimens of their exquisite Photographs, which will reflect credit upon our city and bear off the premium for their artistic faultlessness.

1858 November 24.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  November 24, 1858, Vol. XI, No. 92, P. 3.

We used to think when we wished to have our Daguerreotypes taken, that we must choose a clear day, but we find that with Messrs. Randall & Elliott it makes no difference, and that even on such days as yesterday, with their fine light and well regulated chemicals, they can turn out a very fine picture, in the short space of a few seconds.  They keep a nice warm stove, which ensures comfort to their customers, what little time they need to stay.

1858 December 21.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  December 21, 1858, Vol. XI, No. 114, P. 3.

Photographs.—We have received from the City Gallery, an excellent photograph likeness of Professor Mitchell, from a negative taken by Mr. Elliott during the professor’s recent visit to the city.  The numerous admirers of the eloquent lecturer and astronomer, can, at a small cost, procure his lineaments in their memories if there be any danger of their ever being effaced by time and distance.

1859 January 7.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  January 7, 1859, Vol. XI, No. 128, P. 3.

Annual Report of the Librarian of the Evansville Library Association for the year ending December 31st, 1858….Messrs. Randall & Elliott presented a photographic likeness of Prof. Mitchell…

1859 January 18.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  January 18, 1859, Vol. XI, No. 137, P. 3.

Since Mr. Elliott has become sole proprietor of the City Gallery, he has turned his attention almost entirely to the production of Photographs and Melainotypes; and the fact that his business has increased so rapidly, shows that his pictures are appreciated.  He has just received by express a fine assortment of beautiful cases, and also a lot of those splendid whole-sized, oval-gilt frames, which add so much to a fine photograph.  Remember, 45 Main street.

1859 January 25.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  January 25, 1859, Vol. XI, No. 143, P. 3.

There is quite a run on the City Gallery, 45 Main street, for these Melainotypes; but Mr. Elliott aims to make the supply equal to the demand, and can usually do so.  Sometimes in the afternoon, however, he has more than he can accommodate, and those who do not wish to wait had better go in the forenoon.  Mr. M. intends soon to make Photographs the size of life.

1859 April 6.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  April 6, 1859, Vol. XI, No. 194, P. 2.

Our readers should not fail to read the card of J. Perry Elliott, of the City Gallery of Art, No. 45 Main street, Evansville, Ind.  Mr. Elliott has a magnificent gallery—the finest in the State.  He takes perfect life like pictures, and those of our friends who visit the city should call on him and get a beautiful picture.  He gets up some splendid photographs.—Petersburgh Reporter.

1859 April 26.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  April 26, 1859, Vol. XI, No. 211, P. 3.

Oak Hill Photographs.—Mr. Elliott has taken negatives of several beautiful views in Oak Hill Cemetery—one embracing the cottage—from which he is prepared to produce any number of photographs.  He offers them in frames and glass for the low price of one dollar each.

1859 September 5.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  September 5, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 16, P. 2.

J. Perry Elliott’s City Gallery Of Art, No. 45 Main Street, Evansville, Ind.  Particular attention given to Photograph and Melainotypes.                  

Advertisement ran from September 5 to December 31, 1859.

1859 October 17.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  October 17, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 53, P. 1.

List of Premiums Awarded at the South-Western Indiana District Fair.  Class 12—Art.

J. Perry Elliott, of Vanderburgh [County], best collection plain photographs, diploma.

1859 October 19.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  October 19, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 55, P. 2.

It is a fact that is becoming notorious, that J. Perry Elliott’s Photographs are far superior to any that are made in this part of the country, and equal to any that are made East or West.  Any one who doubts it, need but call at the City Gallery, No. 45 Main street,—examine the splendid likeness of Miss Hulitt’s and others, which he has recently made—to be convinced.

1859 October 25.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  October 25, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 60, P. 3.

There are still a few sets of those beautiful photographic views of Oak Hill Cemetery at Mr. Elliott’s City Gallery, 45 Main street, and as the negatives are preserved, they can be multiplied at pleasure.  They present to us—true to life—a place that, to most of us, is very sacred, and, at the same time, one of the loveliest places in nature.  The cost of those views is so trifling, compared with their real value, that we think family should have them.

Eaton, Asa B.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , ,

1859                62 Plummer’s Building, Elm Street, Manchester, New Hampshire.

1859 December 20.  The Union Democrat.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  December 20, 1859, Vol. 9, No. 446, P. 3.

Eaton’s Gallery of Art 62bPlummer’s Building, Elm St., Is the place where you may obtain Photographs, Ambrotypes, And Daguerreotypes Of a superior quality.  Mr. Eaton has had long years of experience in the art.  He has been employed in some of the best rooms in Boston, which has given him an extensive practice, as well as a thorough knowledge of Photographic Chemistry.  His Gallery was fitted expressly for and under the direction [of] himself, and is the pleasantest in the city.  His facilities for light are the best in the State, (having both sky and side light)  he uses none but the best instruments, and employs none but the best artists.  Old Daguerreotypes enlarged and copied in Photography, and colored by the best artists in Boston at short notice.

Advertisement ran on December 20 & 27, 1859.

Eastman, Charles

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , , ,

1853                Car on the Common, near the Town House, Claremont, New Hampshire.

1853                Address Unknown, Meriden, New Hampshire.

1855-1857       Farwell’s Block, Claremont, New Hampshire.

1853 March 24.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  March 24, 1853, Vol. XIX, No. XXIII, P. 3.

Sky-Light Daguerreotypes.  The proprietor of the Daguerreotype Saloon would remind the citizens of Claremont and its vicinity that his stay in town is now limited to a short period, so that all wishing a cheap and life-like Daguerreotype of themselves or friends should give him an early call.  He is thankful for the liberal patronage he has already received, and flatters himself that his pictures are giving general satisfaction.

Pictures taken without regard to weather, at the low price of 75 cents.

All pictures taken at this establishment, will be finished in the highest perfection of the art, and warranted not to fade.  They can be set in Cases, Pins, Frames, Bracelets, Rings, Seals, &c.

No one is required to take Miniatures unless they give perfect satisfaction.  Copies taken from Engravings, Paintings and Daguerreotypes.

Saloon stationed on the Common, near the Town House.  Charles Eastman.

Advertisement ran from March 24 to April 14, 1853.

1853 June 30.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  June 30, 1853, Vol. XIX, No. 39, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.  We wish to say to our friends in Meriden and its vicinity, that Mr. Charles Eastman, who is now on a visit to that town, has passed some months in Claremont pursuing his profession.  He has won with us the reputation of a true gentleman and excellent artist, and we bespeak for him a kind reception and the patronage of such as may wish to obtain a lifelike and finished picture of themselves or friends.  We are confident that Mr. Eastman will give you a better Daguerreotype than you can obtain in the city, as he has the materials, taste, ad the great advantage of a clear and pure light, instead of the dusty and smokey atmosphere of the city.

1855 December 20.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  December 20, 1855, Vol. XXII, No. 10, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  The subscriber would respectfully announce to the citizens of Claremont and vicinity, that he will open rooms over the Claremont Bank on Monday, the 24th inst., and will be able to furnish Miniatures on the most desirable terms, and in almost every variety of Cases, Lockets and Frames.  Chas. Eastman.

1855 December 27.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  December 27, 1855, Vol. XXII, No. 11, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Rooms.  The subscriber has opeed his rooms in Farwell’s Block, where he is prepared to furnish friends, former patrons, and all who may want them, with Daguerreotypes In any desired style of the art, put up in almost any description of Case, Locket or Frame, And every Picture Warranted to give Satisfaction.

His assortment of high cost and common Cases, Lockets, and Frames, is greater than has ever before been offered in this County, and is surpassed by that  of but very few, if any, establishment of the kind in New Hampshire.

His Rooms are elegantly furnished, airy and pleasant, and he would invite the public generally to call and examine them, together with his Specimens, Cases, etc.

Landscapes Taken by the Crystalotype process, for sale at his Rooms.  Charles Eastman.

Advertisement ran from December 27, 1855 to March 13, 1856.

1856 March 20.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  March 20, 1856, Vol. XXII, No. 23, P. 3.

Eastman’s Daguerreotype Rooms, Farwell’s Bloch, Claremont.

Advertisement ran from March 20, 1856 to October 29, 1857.

1856 May 1.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  May 1, 1856, Vol. XXII, No. 29, P. 3.

Ambrotypes!  The subscriber, having secured the services of Mr. Johnson, is now prepared to take Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes,—and—Photographic Views.  Charles Eastman, Farwell’s Block.

Advertisement ran from May 1 to October 2, 1856.

1856 May 1.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  May 1, 1856, Vol. XXII, No. 29, P. 3.

Card.  The subscriber would return his acknowledgements to his former patrons for past favors.  He may hereafter be found at the rooms of Charles Eastman, Farwell’s Block where he will be happy to wait upon all who want work in his line.  Levi D. Johnson.

Advertisement ran from May 1 to October 2, 1856.

1856 June 5.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  June 5, 1856, Vol. XXII, No. 34, P. 2.

Eastman’s Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, Photographs, Talbotypes, &c., are, to say the least, decidedly in advance of anything yet seen in the country.  He is now taking Ambrotypes of the astonishing size of 10 by 14 inches, of a startling life likeness.  The counterfeit presentment of the [sitter] seems to be bodily and spiritually with you and ready to take part in conversation.  Mr. Eastman, by long and close application has made himself master of his profession, making, himself, many of his sensitive chemicals, and without regard to expense has surrounded himself, at his rooms over the Claremont Bank, with all the appliances and facilities of a city establishment of the first order.  Indeed, there are but few city operatives who can complete with him.

We advise everybody, who can afford it, to have a Cabinet size Ambrotype.  Price from $10 to $15. According to the richness of the setting.  Youth and beauty is fleeting.  Old age and wrinkles come on apace.  Secure the prize while you may and which time will render invaluable.

1856 September 12.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  September 12, 1856, Vol. XIII, No. 13, Whole No. 637, P. 3.

Daguerreotype & Ambrotypes, At Eastman’s Daguerreotype Rooms, Farwell’s Block, Claremont, N. H.  Chas. Eastman.

Advertisement ran from September 12, 1856 to October 9, 1857.

1856 September 19.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  September 19, 1856, Vol. XIII, No. 14, Whole No. 638, P. 2.

Chas. Eastman, of Claremont, N. H., has one of the most elegant suite of daguerreotype rooms to be found any where in the country.  He is an excellent artist, and our friends in his vicinity would do well to give him a call.

1856 October 16.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  October 16, 1856, Vol. XXIII, No. 1, P. 3.

Photographic Views.  Charles Eastman Has for sale at his Rooms in Farwell’s Block, Photographic Views of several interesting scenes and Public Buildings in Claremont and vicinity, among which is Trinity Church, Claremont.  Those interested are invited to call and see them.

Advertisement ran from October 16, 1856 to January 15, 1857.

1857 January 22.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  January 22, 1857, Vol. XXIII, No. 15, P. 3.

50 Cent Ambrotypes may be had at Eastman’s Rooms, Farwell’s Block, for a short time only. 

Advertisement ran from January 22 to October 29, 1857.

1857 February 6.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  February 6, 1857, Vol. XIII, No. 34, Whole No. 658, P. 3.

50 Cent Ambrotypes may be had at Eastman’s Rooms, Farwell’s Block, for a short time only. 

Advertisement ran from February 6 to October 9, 1857.

Dustin, Samuel C.

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

1856-1861       Richards’ Building, Over the Post Office, Keene, New Hampshire.

1861-1865       Shelly & Sawyer’s Building, Keene, New Hampshire.

1865-1877       Buckminister’s Block, Keene, New Hampshire.

1877-1878       Stebbins Block, Hinsdale, New Hampshire.

1856 September 10.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  September 10, 1856, Vol. XXIII, No. 6, P. 2.

Keystone Club was formed at the Democratic caucus in this town, on Saturday evening last, and nearly sixty members obtained on the spot.  The officers chosen are as follows:…

Executive Committee–…Sam’l C, Dustin…

1856 November 19.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  November 19, 1856, Vol. XXIII, No. 16, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  S. C. Dustin invites the attention of his friends and the public to his now and splendid suite of Rooms, which he had fitted up in the most modern and beautiful style, for the purpose of taking Pictures in all the various styles of the day.

Rooms in Richards’ Building, 4 doors north Cheshire House.

Advertisement ran from November 19, 1856 to February 25, 1857.

1856 December 17.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  December 17, 1856, Vol. XXIII, No. 20, P. 2.

New Daguerreotype Rooms.—Mr. S. C. Dustin, an experienced operator, has fitted up a spacious and elegant suit of Rooms in Richards’ Building, over the Post Office, and furnished them with every facility for taking Daguerreotypes of all sizes.  He has a superior light, and with the finest German Instruments, is enabled to bring out a picture that for strength and beauty of outline cannot be excelled.  Persons wishing Daguerreotypes should certainly call and examine his facilities,

1857 February 18.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  February 18, 1857, Vol. XXIII, No. 29, P. 2.

Beautiful Pictures.—Mr. Dustin, at his rooms in Richards Building, is taking the Stereoscopic Ambrotypes so perfectly that they actually cast a shadow upon the back-ground.  They are certainly the most perfect pictures we have ever examined, and prove no less the scientific skill of the operator than the perfection of his apparatus.  It is well to take a look into Mr. Dustin’s rooms, and observe the recent strides in the art.

1857 February 25.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  February 25, 1857, Vol. XXIII, No. 36, P. 3.

Ambrotypes & Photographs, S. C. Dustin Would invite the attention of the public to these new and beautiful style Pictures, specimens of which can be seen at his rooms.

The Ambrotype is taken upon the best of German White Plate Glass, and is sealed with an

Indistructible (sic.) Enamel, between two glasses, which not only beautifies the Picture, but will preserve it in its original brilliancy in any climate, for any length of time.  In effect this Picture is bold, clear, and brilliant, resembling very much a fine Mezzotint Engraving, and can be seen in any angle or light.  It is not reversed as in Daguerreotypes, but everything produced in its true position, and in so short a time that the expression first assumed is not lost.

Ambrotypes set in Lockets or Pins.

For Children this process is invaluable, the picture being taken in from 1 to 3 seconds.  Also for views of Buildings & c., as they are not reversed.

By this process old Daguerreotypes faded, or likely to fade, can be copied and size and far superior to the originals, and will last for all time.

Prices as low as for good Daguerreotypes.

—Also—Enameled Photographs, A new style of Picture, taken on canvas, which can be sent in a letter without extra expense.  Call and see them.  Rooms in Richards’ Building.

Advertisement ran from February 25, 1857 to October 19, 1859.

1857 April 8.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  April 8, 1857, Vol. XXII, No. 36, P. 3.

1857 Directory To Business Firms And Offices In Richards’ Building (First North of Cheshire House…3d Floor rear.]  S. C. Dustin, Ambrotypes, Photographs & Daguerreotypes.

Advertisement ran from April 8, 1857 to May 5, 1858.

1859 October 26.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 26, 1859, Vol. XXV, No. 13, P. 3.

The “Great Eastern” Has Not Arrived, But Dustin & French Would respectfully inform the citizens of Keene and vicinity that they are daily making Ambrotypes and Photographs. of every size, style and price.

The Photograph, or Paper Pictures, so much resembling the steel engraving, can be finished in India Ink, or beautifully colored in Oil or Water colors, giving the true colors of nature.  This is a very desirable picture for framing, and the readiness with which an indefinite number of prints can be made from the negative without extra sittings, gives the preference over all other styles of portraiture.

The Patent Leather Picture, a style just introduced, is well adapted for mailing to an absent friend, and durable as the leather itself.

Miniatures Inserted in Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c.

Fading Daguerreotypes and Portraits accurately copied.

Likenesses of small children made best between 10 and 12 A. M., in clear weather.

Ladies and gentlemen are cordially invited to call at our Gallery In Richards’ Building, 4 Doors North Of The Cheshire House, And examine specimens.  S. C. Dustin, J. A. French.

Advertisement ran from October 26, 1859 to October 17, 1860

1859 November 9.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  November 9, 1859, Vol. XXV, No. 15, P. 2.

Fine Pictures.—It is no more true that “a new broom sweeps clean,” than it is that a new firm always aims to be up with, if not a little beyond the times.  This may be verified by a visit to the Ambrotype rooms of Messrs. Dustin & French, who are now getting out some as well finished pictures, both in Photograph and Ambrotypes, as we have seen anywhere.  Both gentlemen are expert operators—Mr. French having practiced at the South for some time past—and those who patronize the establishment may be sure of having their work done in the most improved styles of the art.

1861 May 22.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  May 22, 1861, Vol. XXVI, No. 43, P. 3.

The Ambrotype.

O, heavenly Art, that thus imparts

A likeness true of those we love,’

To cherish in our heart of hearts—

A treasure dear where’er we rove.

Peace to him who first unveiled

Such wonders in the Art divine,—

And Dustin, too, whose skill ne’er failed

To Photograph, since auld lang syne.

A grateful thought on him I cast,

And wish him all the joys of heaven,

Since all the scenes of happy past

By him so truly have been graven.

1861 May 23.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  May 23, 1861, Vol. LXVIII, No. 21, P. 3.

The Ambrotype.

O, heavenly Art, that thus imparts

A likeness true of those we love,’

To cherish in our heart of hearts—

A treasure dear where’er we rove.

Peace to him who first unveiled

Such wonders in the Art divine,—

And Dustin, too, whose skill ne’er failed

To Photograph, since auld lang syne.

A grateful thought on him I cast,

And wish him all the joys of heaven,

Since all the scenes of happy past

By him so truly have been graven.

1861 October 9.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 9, 1861, Vol. XXVII, No. 11, P. 3.

S. C. Dustin’s New Picture Gallery.  I have opened in Shelly & Sawyer’s Building, Rooms where I shall be pleased to receive my former patrons an the “rest of mankind.”

My success in the business so far, assures me that gooid Pictures, at fair prices, are what the people call for.

In fitting up my Rooms, I have profited by every valuable Discovery in the Art of Photographing, and introduced improvements but recently known.

The difficulty of getting the Eye perfect by the light of the common sky-light mis overcome by building a very large Ground Glass Sky-Light, so arranged as to produce a soft, mild, but powerful light, which gives the Picture a bolder outline, and develops the drapery more perfectly.  It works almost instantaneously—admirably adapted for making Pictures of Children.  They Can’t Dodge It.

I keep a variety of Cases, from the cheapest to the best.  Every style of Photograph Frame, at prices to suit the people, and support the Constitution.  S. C. Dustin.

1861 October 24.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 24, 1861, Vol. LXIII, No. 43, P. 2.

The Poetry Of Advertising.—Our advertisers are getting decidedly poetic—Mr. Dustin, first in the field, has now come back to prose, and speaks of his new Ambrotype rooms in Sawyer & Shelly’s Block which are probably unsurpassed…

1862 May 15.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  May 15, 1862, Vol. LXIV, No. 20, P. 2.

Wednesday 30.—The case of Samuel C. Dustin vs Jotham A. French, both of Keene, was commenced, but no witnesses were sworn, as the def. became default, and damages were left to the Judge to be assessed.

1865 April 27.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  April 27, 1865, Vol. LXVII, No. 17, P. 2.

Photograph Of Booth.—We are indebted to Mr. Dustin of this town, for an excellent photograph of J. Wilkes Booth, the assassin.  Mr. Dustin has them for sale at his gallery in Shelly and Sawyer’s block.

1865 July 6.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  July 6, 1865, Vol. LXVII, No. 27, P. 2.

S. C. Dustin has just completed some improvements and repairs in his Photographic Gallery which are worthy of attention of all in want of good pictures.  The sky-light in the operating-room has been greatly enlarged, so much so that good pictures can be made at this season of the jear as late as six o’clock, p. m.  The reception-room is newly furnished, and the walls throughout the establishment shaded with blue, which, with the improved and ingenious ventilation, render the gallery pleasant and attractive.  Mr. Dustin has also secured the services of Mr. Geo. C. Whittaker, a young artist of ability; and we see no reason why the public cannot here be served with everything that can be obtained at first class photograph rooms in the larger cities.  Look for his advertisement next week.

1865 July 20.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  July 20, 1865, Vol. LXVII, No. 29, P. 3.

Once More In The Field.  The undersigned would take this opportunity to thank the citizens of Keene and vicinity for their liberal patronage during the last nine years, and would also inform them, that he has recently beautified and improved his Gallery by the addition of another large and spacious light, which enables him to make Pictures in less time and at an earlier and later hour of the day than can be made at any other Gallery in this vicinity; and believing good work at fair prices to be what the public appreciate , such he will guarantee to all those who may favor him with a call at his Gallery, which may be found Two Doors South of the Post Office.  He will also keep constantly on hand a good assortment of Frames, which will be sold at a low figure.

He has also secured the services of Mr. Geo. C. Whittaker, which enables him to fill all orders for Pictures promptly and in the best style of the Art.  S. C. Dustin.

1865 October 5.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 5, 1865, Vol. LXVII, No. 40, P. 2.

Cheshire County Cattle Fair.  List Of Premiums Awarded…

Miscellaneous…

S. C. Dustin, Keene,  2 cases photographs………1.00

French & Sawyer, 2 cases photographs………….1.00

1865 October 21.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 21, 1865, Vol. XXXI, No. 43, P. 2.

Conflagration In Keene.  Last night this town was visited by the most disastrous conflagration which has ever occurred here.

A little before twelve o’clock the sound of fire alarm warned our citizens that the devouring element had got loose, and those who hastened out soon discovered the flames bursting from the rear portion of Richards’ block.  In the course of an hour the fire had extended to the whole block which was soon destroyed, the efforts of the firemen only succeeding to prevent the spread of the flames to the Cheshire House on the south, and the dwelling houses on the east…

The following is a list of losses and insurances, as nearly as can be ascertained upon going to press…

French & Sawyer, Photographers, loss $2,000; no insurance.

S. C. Dustin, photographer…will suffer more or less from loss and inconvenience.

1865 October 26.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 26, 1865, Vol. LXVII, No. 43, P. 2.

The following is a list of losses, with amounts of insurance, is as accurate as can be furnished until all parties can make a complete examination of details…

French & Sawyer, Photographists—loss $3,000; no insurance…

S. C. Dustin, Photographist—loss $400; Insured $310…

1865 October 28.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 28, 1865, Vol. XXXI, No. 14, P. 2.

Photographs Of The Ruins, three different views, covering the ground from the Cheshire House, were taken, and are for sale by S. C. Dustin.  They are eight by ten inches in size and were taken early Friday morning.

1865 October 28.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 28, 1865, Vol. XXXI, No. 14, P. 3.

A Card.  The undersigned gratefully acknowledge the labors and sympathies of their friends in connection with the late disastrous fire…French & Sawyer…S. C. Dustin…

1865 November 16.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  November 16, 1865, Vol. LXVII, No. 48, P. 2.

Dustin, the photographer, who was so unfortunate as to have his beautiful suite of rooms destroyed by the recent fire, is once more in luck, having secured a lease for a term of years of the upper story of Buckminister’s Block, just South of the Court House—one of the best locations for his business in the village.  He has had a suitable sky-light constructed in Boston, which will probably be put in the present week, and he will be ready to receive customers in his new location in a very few days.  His enterprise, and especially his skill in the photographic art, should and doubtless will secure him all the business he can wish for. 

1865 November 18.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  November 18, 1865, Vol. XXXI, No. 17, P. 2.

Dustin, who has been taking some fine views since the fire, by the great sky-light over head, has obtained more convenient accommodations in the upper story of Buckminister’s block, corner of the square and Winter street.  He has secured these rooms for a term of years, and will soon have them fitted up for the reception of his customers.

1866 January 11.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  January 11, 1866, Vol. LXVIII, No. 2, P. 2.

Dustin’s New Photograph Gallery in Buckminister’s block is the neatest and most convenient establishment of the kind we have ever seen in the country, and his old customers will be glad to learn that he is again prepared to execute orders for pictures.  See his advertisement.

1866 January 11.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  January 11, 1866, Vol. LXVIII, No. 2, P. 3.

My New Photographic Gallery, First door south of the Court House, is now finished.  In fitting up my New Establishment, I have paid particular attention to the construction of my Light Room, Availing myself of all the improvements experience has developed.  I can with confidence assure my patrons, that my facilities for doing first class work are unsurpassed.  In fact, I am prepared to execute any style Photographic Picture.  I copy all kinds of pictures, enlarging to life size, if required, and finishing in India Ink or Colors.

Allow me to tender my grateful acknowledgements to my friends and the public for their generous patronage in times past.  With the increased advantages I now possess, I shall endeavor to secure a continuance of the same.  S. C. Dustin.

1866 January 13.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  January 13, 1866, Vol. XXXI, No. 25, P. 3.

My New Photographic Gallery, First door South of the Court House, is finished.  In Fitting Up My New Establishment, I have paid particular attention to the construction of my Light Room, Availing myself of all the improvements experience has developed.  I can with confidence assure my patrons, that my facilities for doing first class work are unsurpassed.  In fact, I am prepared to execute any style Photographic Picture.  I copy all kinds of pictures, enlarging to life size, if required, and finishing in India Ink or Colors.

Allow me to tender my grateful acknowledgements to my friends and the public for their generous patronage in times past.  With the increased advantages I now possess, I shall endeavor to secure a continuance of the same.  S. C. Dustin.

Advertisement ran from January 13, 1866 to August 3, 1867.

1866 February 3 .  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  February 3, 1866, Vol. XXXI, No. 28, P. 3.

Snug—as a bug in a rug!  S. C. Dustin has his picture taking arrangements nicely fixed in the upper story of the old Court House block over Buckminister’s store, where he has a suit of apartments well suited to the wants of his business, and the convenience of customers.  His exhibition room is one of the most attractive we have visited.  Call and see his pictures.

Dupee, Isaac H.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, Stereoviews, , , , , , ,

1851-1854       Rooms over Morrison’s Carpet Store, Front Street, Bath, Maine.

1854-1855       Granite Hall, Water Street, Augusta, Maine.

1856                Z. Hyde’s Building, Front Street, Bath, Maine. 

1865-1870       122 Middle Street, Portland, Maine.

1870                Address Unknown, Saccarappa, (Westbrook) Maine.

1851 August 21.  Eastern Times.  (Bath, Maine.)  August 21, 1851, Vol. VI, No. 9, P. 2.

New Daguerreotype Rooms.  Mr. I. H. Dupee has lately fitted up new rooms over the Furniture store of J. W. C. Morrison, where all who wish for a first rate daguerreotype, will be sure to call.  His pictures are taken by top-light, his arrangements for which are second to none in the country.  His card will be found in another column.

1851 August 21.  Eastern Times.  (Bath, Maine.)  August 21, 1851, Vol. VI, No. 9, P. 2.

I. H. Dupee, Daguerreotype Artist, Rooms over Morrison’s Carpet Store.  I. H. D. respectfully informs his friends and the public, that he has fitted up Rooms over Morrison’s Store, Front Street, where he will be happy to wait upon all who may favor him with a call.  Pictures neatly put up in Pins, Rings, Lockets and Cases of every description, and in the best manner, at the lowest prices, and warranted to suit.  All work done with a large sky-Light.

Advertisement ran from August 21, 1851 to September 16, 1852.

1852 September 23.  Eastern Times.  (Bath, Maine.)  September 23, 1852, Vol. VII, No. 14, P. 3.

I. H. Dupee. Daguerreotype Artist, Rooms over Morrison’s Carpet Store.

Advertisement ran from September 23, 1852 to December 28, 1854.

1854 June 22.  Maine Farmer.  (Augusta, Maine.)  June 22, 1854, Vol. XXII, No. 26, P. 3.

Photographs, Stereoscopic Crayon, Crystalotypes, and other Styles of Pictures, May be found at Isaac H. Dupee’s Rooms, Granite Hall, Water Street, Augusta, Me.  I. H. Dupee respectfully inform his friends and the public generally, that he has taken the Rooms formerly occupied by Pierce & Williams, for the purpose of Daguerreotyping.  Having on of the largest Cameras in the city, he is prepared to take large pictures, and especially groups, (no matter how many,) arranged in the most appropriate style.  Having paid particular attention to taking Children, and being provided with a quick working Camera, he can take small children in one quarter of the usual time.  Hours for Children from 9 A. M. till 2 P. M.  Likenesses taken in clear or cloudy weather, and warranted perfect, for the low price of $1 and upwards, including case.  Also inserted in Rings, Pins, Lockets, Seals, &c., a large assortment of which he has on hand at all times.  H having had long experience in this business, solicit a share of your patronage.  All work entrusted to his care will be promptly attended to and warranted as good as the best.

A large assortment of Daguerreotype Materials for sale to the trade at Boston prices.  Operators furnished with every thing necessary to carry on business with.  Perfect satisfaction given in all cases.

Sick and deceased persons taken at their houses, if wished, as well as at his rooms.

Portraits, Daguerreotypes and Engravings, copied accurately and put in cases or frames.  The public are invited to call and judge for themselves.  Mr. Dupee, by attention to business, and keeping his rooms open at all hours, hopes to secure Miniatures of all who call and are in want.

I take this opportunity to return my thanks to my friends and patrons for their liberal patronage.  I have sold my Rooms to Isaac H. Dupee, formerly of Bath.  I can recommend him to all who may wish for a good Daguerreotype of themselves or friends.  Mr. D. has had long experience in the Daguerreotype business; he comes well recommended as an artist and a gentleman.  S. N. W.

Advertisement ran from June 22 to September 21, 1854.

1855 April 12.  Maine Farmer.  (Augusta, Maine.)  April 12, 1855, Vol. XXIII, No. 16, P. 3.

25 & 50 Cent Daguerreotypes.  Great Reduction In Prices.  If you wish a good Daguerreotype of yourself or friends, call upon Isaac H. Dupee; he will give you a good picture for 25 or 50 cents, other kinds of Cases, Frames, Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c. &c. at a lower price than ever have been sold before.  Please call and examine for yourselves.  Nearly opposite the Stanley House, Water Street, Augusta, Me.

Advertisement ran from April 12 to June 7, 1855.

1855 June 7.  Maine Farmer.  (Augusta, Maine.)  June 7, 1855, Vol. XXIII, No. 24, P. 3.

Isaac H. Dupee, Daguerrean, And Dealer In Daguerreotype Materials, Granite Hall, Water St., Augusta.

Advertisement ran from June 7 to October 6, 1855.

1856 January 31.  Eastern Times.  (Bath, Maine.)  January 31, 1856, Vol. X, No. 33, P. 3.

Ambrotypes.—The attention of our readers is invited to the advertisement of I. H. Dupee, in another column.  These beautiful pictures are got up by him in a style probably not surpassed, as may be seen by visiting his rooms.  He is thoroughly skilled in the daguerrean art, and can give you a daguerreotype likeness true to nature.

1856 January 31.  Eastern Times.  (Bath, Maine.)  January 31, 1856, Vol. X, No. 33, P. 3.

Isaac H. Dupee, Daguerrean & Ambrotypist, Z. Hyde’s building, Front St., Bath, Me.  Having bought the right of Sagadahoc County, is now prepared to take these beautiful pictures, which are admired by all who see them.  By this method it only requires one third of the time required for a Daguerreotype.  Children can be taken in one second.  Persons wishing likenesses of their children have no treason now for saying they can not get them. All they have to do is to bring them to me.  I can take them in any weather, and get them natural and good; the stormy weather is just as good as a bright day. These pictures are not reversed as a daguerreotype—are more durable, and are seen in any light, and are more natural than any other picture.  You can have pictures copied from others in this way to any size.

All are invited to call and examine specimens at my rooms, and see for themselves.  Every attention paid to persons in want of daguerreotypes or ambrotypes at my rooms.

On hand a good assortment of Cases of all kinds, Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c., sold at the lowest prices, and warranted to be as good as the best.

All work entrusted to my care will be attended to with promptness and dispatch.  No work will be allowed to go away with any blemish or spot on it.

Price reasonable.

Advertisement ran from January 31 to April 24, 1856.

1856 August 14.  Bath Daily Sentinel.  (Bath, Maine.)  August 14, 1856, Vo. 1, No. 4, P. 4.

Something New.  Ambrotypes Or Pictures On Glass.  Isaac H. Dupee, having bought the right of Sagadahoc County, for taking these beautiful and life-like pictures, is now ready to furnish the public with them at his old stand in Z. Hyde’s Building, Front-St., Bath.  These pictures should only be seen to be admired; they are taken on the best of plate glass, and secured between another glass by an indestructible gum, enabling the picture to retain its brilliancy for years. They will not corrode, or change in any climate, can be seen in any light, and are as enduring as the glass upon which they are taken.  They are not reversed, but are taken in the natural position of the sitter: they require only about one third of the time of a daguerreotype; by that a person gets a more natural picture.  The worst of weather is as good as the best.  By this method young children can be taken in one second, thus securing a picture of your little ones as perfect as themselves.  Pictures can be copied by this way from daguerreotypes, magnified to any size.

The public are invited to call and examine specimens at my rooms, where they will be shown to any person who will take the trouble to call and see them.

All work entrusted to my care will be executed with promptness and dispatch.  Copying done for rings, pins, lockets &c., and warranted.  On hand a good assortment of Cases, Frames, &c. such as are usually found in an establishment like this, which will be sold cheap for cash.  Bath, Jan 28, 1856.

1857 November 12.  Maine Farmer.  (Augusta, Maine.)  November 12 12, 1857, Vol. XXV, No. 47, P. 2.

On Tuesday night, the clothes line of I. H. Dupee was robber of several shirts and other articles.

1865 September 1.  Portland Daily Press.  (Portland, Maine.)  September 1, 1865, Vol. 4, P. 3.

I. H. Dupee, Photographer!  May be found at No. 122 Middle Street, where he is ready to wait upon any one wishing for pictures of themselves or friends, at reasonable prices, for as good work as is to be had at any room in the city.  Copying done of all kinds of pictures, and worked up by a competent artist at the rooms.  Especial attention paid to Children’s pictures; also to pictures of sick or deceased persons out of town or in the city.

T have the negatives of Mr. Morrison’s at my rooms, taken when he was in business; friends who had them there will find them here, from which copies can be taken without recopying, at the lowest prices.

The public are requested to call and give me a try, as I am bound to make as good work as can be found.

An assortment of Frames, &c., will be found here.  Patronage solicited.

Card Pictures $3.00 a Dozen, as good as any one makes.

Corner of Middle and Union Sts.

1868 November 28.  Daily Eastern Argus.  (Portland, Maine.)  November 28, 1868, Vol. 35, No. 252, P. 3.

The Great Land Slide.—Mr. Fred. Hale, with characteristic enterprise, has secured some excellent stereoscopic views of the great land slide near Cumberland Mills last Sunday, taken by Mr. Dupee.  They are good pictures and convey a very accurate idea of the convulsion.  They may be had at Hale’s picture and framing establishment, No. 23 Free street.

1870 January 12.  Portland Daily Press.  (Portland, Maine.)  January 12, 1870, Vol. 9, P. 3.

Saccarappa Items.  This flourishing village is steadily developing its own resources and attracting capital from outside…Dipee, the well known photographer of Portland, takes up his headquarters in Saccarappa this week, and id ready to hold the mirror up to life.

1870 January 29.  Portland Daily Press.  (Portland, Maine.)  January 29, 1870, Vol. 9, P.4.

The banks of the Presumpscot last Wednesday morning were strikingly beautiful in their ice mantle.  Mr. Dupree, the photographer at Saccarappa, secured some stereoscopic views of the same, which are really very fine and possess a permanent value.  Lowell & Senter and Morrison have them.

Dunshee, Edward S.

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

1844                Rooms at the Brick House, corner of Pleasant Street, Middlebury, Vermont.

1853-1857       3 Pleasant Street, corner South Main, Fall River, Massachusetts.[1]

1856-1859       30 Purchase Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1860                Address Unknown, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1860-1864       30 Purchase Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1868-1890       3 Tremont Row, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1871-1873       1051 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1876-1879       58 Temple Place, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1879-1895       1330 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.[2]

1886-1887       7 Tremont Row, Boston, Massachusetts.2

1891-1895       4517 Franklin Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.2

1844 August 7.  The Northern Galaxy.  (Middlebury, Vermont.)  August 7, 1844, Vol. IX, No. 14, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Mr. E. S. Dunshee respectfully informs the citizens of Middlebury, that he has taken rooms and set up his apparatus for taking Daguerreotype Miniatures, at the Brick House on the corner of Pleasant St., recently occupied by J. Gordon, and will remain there a few days where he will be happy to exhibit to the ladies and gentlemen of Middlebury, specimens of his work and render such information as may be desired.

N. B.  Copies of paintings, engravings &c., are taken by the same process.  Also the natural color shall be given to Miniatures by another process.  Instruction given, and apparatus furnished on reasonable terms. 

Advertisement ran from August 7 to 21, 1844.

1856 April 10.  The New Bedford Mercury.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  April 10, 1856, Vol. XLVIII, Whole No. 2532, P. 3.

E. S. Dunshee Gallery Of Patent Ambrotypes and Photographs, 30 Purchase Street.  Where you can be sure of obtaining as fine a Likeness as any Rooms in the State.  Those who have (mostly unreadable couple of lines.)  getting a good Picture.  I would invite to call, and if I do not satisfy [then] my work shall be given gratis.  Having had 13 years experience and practice in the Daguerrean Art.  I feel confident that all work [issued] from my establishment shall not be [surpassed.]

N. B.—The above Pictures can be taken in any style, set in frames, Cases and Lockets, of any desirable size, and furnished at such prices as to be within the reach of all.  Particular attention paid to copying Daguerreotypes and taking miniatures of small children.

Photographs taken from [$10 per dozen to $10.00 each, and colored by the best artist if desired.  The public are respectfully invited to call and examine a large collection of superior [specimens], whether in want of pictures or not.  Instructions given in the above arts.  30 Purchase street  E. S. Dunshee, Artist

1858 November 15.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  November 15, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 233, P. 2.

Dunshee’s Gallery of Beautiful Ambrotypes.  Also Photographs, And all other styles of Likenesses, worth looking for.  Prices From 25 Cents To 10 Dollars.

Just received, a splendid lot of new Cases and Frames, some of which are decidedly beautiful.  Those who are desirous of having their Ambrotypes or Photographs taken at Dunshee’s Gallery should be sure to call at No. 30 Purchase street, where the finest specimens of the art are on exhibition, and of superior finish and beauty.  Also warranted a better Likeness than is made at any other gallery in this city.  Remember, No. 30 Purchase street.  E. S. Dunshee, Artist.  aug28. 

Advertisement was recorded on November 15, 1858, and from January 1 to February 19, 1859.

1858 November 15.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  November 15, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 233, P. 2.

Photograph Frames.  Those having Photographs of Rev. Mr. Whitney can have them neatly framed at a small expanse, by calling at Dunshee’s Gallery No. 30 Purchase st.  aug28.

Advertisement was recorded on November 15, 1858, January 1 to February14, 1859.

1859 January 4.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  January 4, 1859, Vol. IX, No. 274, P. 2.

The Photographic portraits of the officers and members of Engine Co. No. 5, 50 in numbers with a view of the engine, taken by Dunshee, arranged on a large sheet and enclosed in a neat frame, are on exhibition for a few days in the window of Henry J. Taylor & Co., on Purchase street.  Thet are to be presented to [ ? ] Engine Co. No. 1, of Waterford, N. Y.

1859 February 21.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  February 21, 1859, Vol. X, No. 6, P. 2.

Dunshee’s Gallery of Beautiful Ambrotypes.  Also,—Photographs, And all other styles of Likenesses, worth looking for.  Prices from 50 cts. to 10 Dollars.

Just received, a splendid lot of new Cases and Frames, some of which are decidedly beautiful.  Those who are desirous of having their Ambrotypes or Photographs taken at Dunshee’s Gallery, should be sure and call at No. 30 Purchase street, where the finest specimens of the art are on exhibition, and of superior finish and beauty.  Also warranted a better Likeness than is made at any other gallery in the city.  Remember, No. 30 Purchase street.  Those having Photographs of Rev. Mr. Whitney can have them neatly framed at a small expense by calling at E. S. Dunshee, Artist.

Advertisement ran from February 21 to April 8, 1859.

1859 April 9.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  April 9, 1859, Vol. X, No. 46, P. 2.

Imperial Photograph and Ambrotype Gallery, At No. 30 Purchase Street.  Mr. Dunshee having completed his arrangements is now prepared to furnish to all who wish Photographs and Ambrotypes, in the largest sizes, and finished in India Ink or colors.

Having imported from Paris one of the largest Cameras ever made, he will warrant his Pictures on these sizes to be as fine as those made in New York or Boston, and at prices 50 per cent less.  An opportunity is now offered to procure near home those pictures which heretofore customers have been obliged to get in other places.

Mr. D. has recently purchased a large assortment of Frames, Fancy Cases, Passepartouts, &c., which he invites the public to call and examine. 

Grateful for past favors he hopes by careful attention to business, and by always endeavoring to give a superior picture to merit a conuance (sic.) of the public patronage.

Don’t Forget the Place.  Sign Of The Big Camera, No. 30 Purchase Street.  E. S. Dunshee, Artist.

Advertisement ran from April 9 to May 31, 1859.

1859 June 1.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  June 1, 1859, Vol. X, No. 81, P. 2.

Dunshee’s Photograph and Ambrotype Gallery.  No. 30 Purchase Street.  Mr. D. who stands at the head of his profession, will guarantee to the public that he will continue to hold out better inducements than ever.  Instead of letting the public run their chances for pictures, he will give Ambrotypes in nice Velvet Lined Cases, For Only 50 Cents!  And warrant all his pictures to be perfect in every respect.

Photographs of all sizes from $3 per dozen to $20 each.  Mr. Dunshee employs one of the first India Ink workers in the State, therefore can get up finer Photographs than any other room in the city.  The public are respectfully invited to call and see for themselves before purchasing elsewhere.

Old Daguerreotypes.  Particular attention paid to copying old Daguerreotypes of deceased friends or others to any desired size.  Each picture warranted perfect as a likeness and superior in style and finish.  Mr. D. having the most complete set of instruments an excellent light and the Largest Camera in the city, is prepared to do all kinds in his line in a manner unsurpassed by the best artist in any city in the Union.

Picture Frames.  Double and Single cases of all desirable kinds and latest patterns kept constantly on hand and sold at prices which defy competition.  Gallery No. 30 Purchase Street.  E. S. Dunshee, Artist.

Advertisement ran from June 1 to December 31, 1859.

1860 January 5.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  January 5, 1860, Vol. X, No. 265, P. 2.

The attention of our readers is called to the advertisement in the special notices, of Mr. Dunshee, whose reputation as an artist is well known in this city.  He is sti;ll ready to take ambrotypes and photographs in the highest style of the art, for the proof of which any one has but to call at his rooms and see specimens,

1860 January 5.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  January 5, 1860, Vol. X, No. 265, P. 2.

True Facts, And Facts Worthy Of Being Known.  Everybody Proclaims It, That Dunshee’s Ambrotypes and Photographs are beyond all question the best made in this city.  Their immense sale and universal popularity attest their excellence.

Anybody Who may have one of his Pictures will convinced of the above facts.

Nobody Will doubt their superiority over others, and any one desiring a fine Likeness should not fail to call at his Gallery.  No. 30 Purchase Street. 

Old Daguerreotypes copied into Photographs, and made superior to the original picture, at No. 30 Purchase st.  E. S. Dunshee, Artist.

Advertisement ran from January 5 to

1864 February 20.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  February 20, 1864, Vol. XV, No. 6, P. 2.

Inducements to the Uninformed!  E. S. Dunshee Informs the public in general that he can and will take all styles of Pictures, Ambrotypes, Photographs, and Card Visites, from the smallest up to life size, as low as at any other Rooms in the city.  Also , Card Visites from Negatives for $2 and $2.50 per dozen—please bear in mind.

Frames of all styles and sizes, constantly on hand.

Gallery No. 30 Purchase street.  E. S. Dunshee.

1864 February 25.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  February 25, 1864, Vol. XV, No. 10, P. 2.

Notice.  I Hereby notify the public that I shall pay no bills contracted by any person, not even my wife, without my written permission.  E. S. Dunshee.

1864 March 29.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  March 29, 1864, Vol. XV, No. 38, P. 2.

E. S. Dunshee has not sold out nor has he left town, but can be found at his rooms, 30 Purchase street, and all who wish their card visites or any other style of picture, can be accommodated at as low price as at any other room in this city.

1873-1876 in partnership with his son in the firm of Edward S. Dunshee & Son (E. Byron Dunshee) Principals in the firm include 1882-1887 Fred F. Dunshee, 1882-1884 Frederick J. Needham, 

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

[2] Directory of Pennsylvania Photographers 1839-1900