1859 283 & 285 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, New York.
1859 December 14. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) December 14, 1859, Whole No. 8500, P. 6.
Photographer And Ambrotypist Wanted—immediately. Apply to A. W. Jacob, 283 and 285 Fulton, Brooklyn, N. Y.
1857-1858 Address Unknown, Baltimore, Maryland.
1857-1860 Over 91 Baltimore, Baltimore, Maryland.[1]
1858-1860 Over 125 West Baltimore, Baltimore, Maryland.[2]
1857 July. The Photographic And Fine Art Journal. July 1857, New Series Vol. IV, Old Series Vol. X, No. 7, P. 202.
Photography in Baltimore…
Mr. Israel, who does a thriving business, and takes a great many photographs and ambrotypes, and works them very successfully.
1857 September. The Photographic And Fine Art Journal. September 1857, New Series Vol. IV, Old Series Vol. X, No. 9, P. 263.
Photography in Baltimore…
Mr. Israel has one of Woodward’s Solar Cameras in operation, and from appearances does a good business. Last Saturday there was a grand Rail-Road jubilee of Western Visitors from Cincinnati, St. Louis, Chilicothe [sic.] Ohio. The military were all out, and the procession was grand. Many views were taken of it by the different galleries—Mr. Pollock, Mr. Israel, and Mr. Whitehurst, of these three gentlemen, they all did their own operating except Mr. Whitehurst…
1858 October 7. The Daily Exchange. (Baltimore, Maryland.) October 7, 1858, Vol. II, No. 195, P. 1.
The Institute Exhibition.—…On the left of the entrance upon the side of the hall, Mr. Israel displays an extensive collection of plain and colored photographs, ambrotypes, &c., embracing likenesses of many well-known citizens. These pictures possess a high order of merit.
1858 November 3. The Daily Exchange. (Baltimore, Maryland.) November 3, 1858, Vol. II, No. 218, P.1.
The Maryland Institute Exhibition, Closing Night. Address of the President, Sam’l Sands, Esq. The Award Of Premiums…Class No. 43.—
F. W. & R. King, for photographic view cameras and stereoscopic view cameras, Silver Medal;
S. G. Israel, for photographs in oil, water color, India ink and plain, and ambrotypes and photographic views on the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. Silver Medal.
D. L. Clark, for photographic view of Barbee’s Fisher Girl. Diploma.
1859 February 25. The Daily Exchange. (Baltimore, Maryland.) February 25, 1859, Vol. III, No. 313, P.1.
Photographs of Prisoners.—Mr. Israel, Photographist, at the request of the relatives of one of the prisoners confined in the jail, awaiting execution, took his apparatus to the prison on Wednesday for the purpose of taking Photographs. He succeeded in getting excellent pictures of Cropps, Corrie, Duvall, and the negro Cyphus. Cropps’ picture is particularly good. Gambrill and Ford refused to sit for theirs.
[1] Address and activity dates from Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.
[2] Address and activity dates from Directory Of Maryland Photographers 1839-1900.
1851-1852 218 River Street, Troy, New York.
1853 260 River Street, rooms over the Market Bank, Troy, New York.
1854-1855 Market Bank Building, 262 River Street, Troy, New York.
1857 282 River Street, Troy, New York.[1]
1858 Rooms, No. 2 Hathaway’s Row, Lansingburgh, New York.
1852 June 4. The Troy Daily Times. (Troy, New York.) June 4, 1852, Vol. 1, No. 297, P. 4.
Convincing Proofs That Irving’s Daguerreotypes are fully appreciated by the citizens of Troy and vicinity, as exhibited in the immense number of pictures made at his establishment since he commenced business, and their giving general satisfaction.
It will be remembered Irving was awarded the First Premium for the best Daguerreotypes ever exhibited in Troy, at the last County Fair, (and when it is known that his competitor claims to have taken the four first premiums in New York, Washington, and this city,) Irving’s extraordinary success is not to be wondered at.
All kinds of apparatus, Plates, Cases, Frames and Chemicals for sale at the lowest prices. Just received, a new lot of cases suitable for presents.
218 River-st, over Andrews’ Music Store. d29.
1852 August 18. The Troy Daily Times. (Troy, New York.) August 18, 1852, Vol. II, No. 361, P. 4.
Valauble [sic.] Presents For The Coming Season may be procured in Gold, Silver, or Precious Stones, but is there any thing more worthy of being bestowed, received or exchanged, or more prized when possession, than one of those almost living Daguerreotypes which may be had of any size and the most exquisite finish, at Irving’s Premium Gallery, 218 River Street, (over Andrew’s Music Store,) where may also be had a choice from the most magnificent lot of papier Mache, Velvet and Turkey Morocco cases, ever seen in Troy, of most of which were got up expressly for the Holidays.
1853 September 22. Lansingburgh Democrat. (Lansingburgh, New York.) September 22, 1853, Vol. XVII, No. 48, P. 2 & 3.
Rensselaer County Fair—Premium List…19th Class.
James Irving, of Troy, best specimens and variety of daguerreotypes, diploma and $2.
W. A. Tomlinson, do, 2d best do. $1.
1853 December 15. Lansingburgh Democrat. (Lansingburgh, New York.) December 15, 1853, Vol. XVIII, No. 8, P. 2.
Irving’s New Rooms. The Troy Budget thus notices Mr. Irving’s new daguerrean Rooms in Troy:—We dropped in yesterday upon Mr. Irving at his rooms over the Market Bank, and were astonished at the princely establishment which he will open to the public on Monday next. It is unsurpassed, we venture to say, by any Artist’s Saloon in the State. The reception and show room is large and convenient, and furnished in a style of palatial richness and elegance, with costly carpets upon the floors, with tastefully carved sofas, chairs, &c., while the walls are adorned with large mirrors, and with abundant specimens of Irving’s Daguerreotypes, that cannot be excelled in accuracy, beauty, or life-like expression.
He has two operating rooms, each having a large sky-light, giving him superior facilities for the dispatch of work, and enabling him to serve his numerous friends with pictures, without subjecting them to the delay which is often necessary when but a single room and light are available—These rooms are also furnished in the same elegant style as the reception room, and indeed every part of this establishment is marked by the same appearance of attractive neatness and order. Mr. Irving has spared neither pains nor expense in fitting up a suit of rooms that are worthy of the beautiful art, in the practice of which he has achieved so flattering success, and which are indeed an ornament to the city. We do not doubt he will receive a rich return for all his outlay, in the increased patronage which he will secure by his enterprise, and his efforts to please. He need not fear a comparison of his present establishment with any other in the country. It combines everything that is attractive to visitors, while his superior skill in the art always gives the complete satisfaction to those who sit for a picture. On Monday his rooms will be open to the public, and we would advise any who want pictures, or who suspect that they may ever be in want of pictures, to call in take a survey of his rooms, and they will at once be satisfied that some things can be done in Troy as well as anywhere else.
1855 June 25. The Troy Daily Times. (Troy, New York, New York.) June 25, 1855, Vol. V, No. 1, P. 3.
Four First Premiums For the Best Daguerreotypes! Irving Has again had awarded him the First Premiums for the Best Daguerreotypes, at Rensselaer County Fair, making four first premiums for our consecutive years.
Those in want of Reliable Daguerreotypes, are invited to call at his New Rooms, Market Bank Building, No. 262 River Street, and examine his specimens. Some thousands have visited them since opening—among them Painters, Engravers, Lithographers, Sculpters, and not less than 800 Daguerreans from various sections of the country, who, without an exception, pronounce them to be unequalled for splendor, convenience and facilities for Daguerreotyping.
The Establishment comprises one large Reception Room, 25 by 30 feet, splendid furnished, and the walls adorned with Likenesses (acknowledged by judges to be unsurpassed as works of Art,) of numbers of our most prominent citizens as well as strangers. Among them—
Gavazzi……………………..Ned Buntline, K. N.,
Henry Ward Beecher……….Lola Montez,
Bayard Taylor………………Denin Girls,
Neal Dow……………………W. H. Seward,
Siamese Twins………………Ex-President Fillmore,
Gen. Wool……………………Views of Niagara,
Gen. Persifor F. Smith………9 Views of the Great Fire at Troy, &c.
Gen. Sam Houston.
Two Operating Rooms, each with sky and side lights, so arranged as to produce andy effect of light and shade, and furnished with the most approved apparatus, besides Toilet and Work Rooms, making altogether the Most Attractive And Perfect Gallery in the Union.
Constantly on hand, the best quality (all sizes,) of Cases, Frames, &c., & c.
Avoid White, Pink, and Blue, for Drapery. Any dark colors preferred. no14.
Advertisement was recorded from June 25 to July 6, 1855.
1855 June 25. The Troy Daily Times. (Troy, New York, New York.) June 25, 1855, Vol. V, No. 1, P. 3.
Ambrotype. These Beautiful Pictures can be had at the Daguerrean Rooms, corner of First and River streets.
The Ambrotype is the most perfect photographic production that has ever been made. It retains its brilliancy for ages, and is an enduring as glass upon which it is taken. It may be set in monuments, carried to sea, or exposed to any climate, without injury. It can be seen in any light as well as an engraving or any paper picture under glass.
It can be made of any size, from the smallest locket to the full size of life, and hence as suitable as large pictures to be placed in frames.
It is taken in about one-fifth time necessary for taking a good Daguerreotype. A dark or damp day is equally favorable for this process with the fairest or dryest.
Children can be taken in fair weather in three seconds. ju14.
Advertisement was recorded from June 25 to July 9, 1855.
1855 July 3. The Troy Daily Times. (Troy, New York, New York.) July 3, 1855, Vol. V, No. 8, P. 3.
Talbotypes or Photographs.—Irving, at his Gallery Market Bank Buildings, is executing fine pictures in this style. We saw a portrait from his establishment, yesterday, executed on glass, which is beauty, delicacy and clearness of outline is seldom equalled. It promises a new era in this wonderful art.
1855 July 7. The Troy Daily Times. (Troy, New York, New York.) July 7, 1855, Vol. V, No. 12, P. 2.
Talbotypes: or Photographs, On Paper. Also Daguerreotypes, unsurpassed by any in the country, at Irving’s Daguerrean Gallery, Market Bank Building, No. 262 River Street, Troy.
Advertisement ran from July 7 to December 28, 1855.
1855 September 18. The Troy Daily Times. (Troy, New York.) September 18, 1855, Vol. V, No. 74, P. 2.
Rensselaer County Fair.—First Day.—
…Picture Galleries. Conant’s[2] Picture Gallery was partially arranged, and promises a rich display. Irving has a niche filled with Daguerreotypes, Phonotypes, Ambrotypes and several other types for aught we know. A splendid assortment and variety, at any rate. Clark & Holmes have a splendid gallery of Ambrotypes of great excellence and beauty.
1855 December 22. The Troy Daily Times. (Troy, New York.) December 24, 1855, Vol. V, No. 156, P. 2.
Pictures.—Mr. Irving sends us his holiday advertisement, announcing his preparations, with all the latest improvements, to take Ambrotypes, Photographs and Daguerreotypes. Mr. J.’s Pictures are always “first best.” His advertisement will appear on Monday.
1855 December 24. The Troy Daily Times. (Troy, New York.) December 24, 1855, Vol. V, No. 157, P. 2.
Holiday Gifts and Presents Christmas is coming…
Daguerrean Artists.
Those who want a “counterfeit presentment,” either of themselves or friends for a sweet-heart or as a household treasure, can have it taken as natural as life by.
James Irving,…………Market Bank Building
Clark & Holmes………Museum Building
L. E. Everett,…………cor. First and River
John Irving,…………..218 River
C. C. Doty,……………cor. River and Congress
1855 December 24. The Troy Daily Times. (Troy, New York.) December 24, 1855, Vol. V, No. 157, P. 2.
What Must I get For The Holidays? There Is Probably Nothing More Appreciated at the same cost than a good Ambrotype, Photograph or Daguerreotype. The placer to get them is at Irving’s Photographic Gallery, Market Bank Building, No. 262 River street.
His new style of Colored Ambrotypes are having a decided run, and admitted to be superior to any thing yet produced by the Photographic Art. The principle by which they are made is an old one, although claimed by some to be entirely new, yet has only just been worked into practical use.
Their tone is soft and rich, at the same time exceedingly clear and brilliant, and can be seen in any angle. As for durability, they are claimed to be proof against water, acids, climate or atmosphere.
Ambrotype occasionally advertise cautions, and the like, and that they will give rewards for pictures put up with two glasses, made by any who have not a patent right, thereby trying to make the public believe they are the only ones who can or have the privilege to make them.
Irving has no patent right, yet will accommodate them or any of his customers with as many as they want, hermetically sealed between two glasses, on moderate terms, and respectfully informs his patrons that Ambrotypes are made in more places than one this side New York.
Daguerreotypes in every style. Also, a large lot of Cases, Frames, suitable for presents.
Instructions given in the art on moderate terms.
Advertisement ran from December 24, 1855 to
1857 December 10. Lansingburgh Democrat. (Lansingburgh, New York.) December 10, 1857, Vol. 22, No. 7, P. 3.
Cornelius waked up laughing. He waked his wife. She wanted to know what was the matter. He told her that he had been dreaming that Irving & Schoonmaker had just taken his Ambrotype, and had actually made a good looking picture. It will cost you only fifty cents to get a handsome picture no matter how homely the original is, at I. & S.’s.
1858 February 17. Lansingburgh Democrat. (Lansingburgh, New York.) February 17, 1858, Vol. 22, No. 17, P. 2.
Ambrotypes. Mr. James Irving, of Troy, has leased the Daguerrian rooms in this place, lately occupied by Mr. Finch, and is now fully prepared to make first class pictures in his inimitable style. Those who desire a really good picture should give Mr. Irving a call.
1858 February 25. Lansingburgh Democrat. (Lansingburgh, New York.) February 25, 1858, Vol. 22, No. 18, P. 2.
Ambrotypes. Irving, (for several years proprietor of Market Bank Ambrotype Galleries, Troy, has engaged Finch’s Rooms, No. 2 Hathaway’s Row, Lansingburgh, and is now prepared to furnish the residents of the village and vicinity, with Ambrotypes unsurpassed by any in the country. He has on hand a choice assortment of Cases and Gilt Frames, which he will sell at prices that cannot fail to suit the most economical. An examination of specimens is respectfully solicited.
Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, Engravings or Paintings copied. Also Melainotypes set in Lockets, Rings, &c.
Advertisement ran from February 23 to April 15, 1858.
[1] Address from Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.
[2] Alban Jasper Conant, (1821-1915) Portrait Painter & Archaeologist.
1857 192 Broad Street, Newark, New Jersey.
1857 January 13. Newark Daily Advertiser. (Newark, New Jersey.) January 13, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 10, P. 3.
The Metropolitan Gallery Of Art Will open on Monday, Jan. 12th, 1857, in “Our Building,” 192 Broad st., (opposite the Military Park.) The rooms have been arranged upon the most modern principles for the purpose intended, viz: the production of Photographs, Daguerreotypes & Ambrotypes.
The rooms are spacious and elegantly furnished; the Skylight is the largest in the State, and has not its superior elsewhere. Each branch of the business will be under the control of a competent artist. Mr. George Howard will have charge of the Photographic work, and J. Spencer Olds (formerly of this city) of the Daguerreotype and Ambrotype department.
For the coloring of the Photographs superior artists have been engaged, among them Messrs. John McDougal, Esq., A. C. Hyler and Miss Demars.
Have now on hand a good assortment of Frames, Cases and Daguerreotype Jewelry. No pains shall be spared to please our patrons, who shall be treated with kindness and courtesy, and satisfaction in all cases guaranteed. C. R. Brewster, Proprietor.
Advertisement ran from January 13 to 29, 1857.
1857 January 30. Newark Daily Advertiser. (Newark, New Jersey.) January 30, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 26, P. 3.
Card To The Public. Mr. Geo. Howard, one of the best Artist of the day has charge of the Photographic Department at the Metropolitan Gallery Of Art.
Mr. John McDougal, one of the best Artist has charge of the Coloring of the Photographs in either Oil, Pastil or Water colors at the Metropolitan Gallery Of Art.
Mr. Hiler & Miss Demars, who are now engaged in first class establishments in N. Y. city have charge of the coloring of Photographs in India Ink or Pastell, at the Metropolitan Gallery Of Art.
Mr. J. Spencer Olds, one of the best Artist of the day, has charge of the Daguerreotype and Ambrotype Department at the Metropolitan Gallery Of Art.
Ladies, gentlemen and children, wishing artistic Pictures, either Photographs, Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypes are invited to call at the Metropolitan Gallery Of Art.
The rooms are elegantly furnished, convenient and comfortable, and the facilities for producing beautiful Pictures are unsurpassed.
“Our Building,” 192 Broad Street. C. R. Brewster, Proprietor.
Advertisement ran from January 30 to February 9, 1857.
1859 153 Eighth Avenue, New York, New York.
1861 153 Eighth Avenue, New York, New York.
1862 397 Broadway, New York, New York.
New York City Directories. (New York, New York.) Published by John Fowler Trow, 1852 >
1851. Not Listed.
1852. Huylar, Edward—daguerreotypes, 18th N. Eighth Ave.—h-154 W. 16th.
1853. Huylar, Edward—daguerreotypes, 165 Eighth Ave.—h-165 Eighth Ave.
1854. Huylar, Edward—daguerreotypes, 165 Eighth Ave.—h-165 Eighth Ave.
1855. Huylar, Edward—daguerreotypes, h-165 Eighth Ave.
1856. Not Listed.
1857. Not Listed.
1858. Huylar, Edward P.—springs—290 Broadway.
1858. Huylar & Warren—springs—290 Broadway.
1859. Huyler, Edward P.—daguerrean, 153 Eighth.
1860. Not Listed.
1861. Huylar, Edward P.—daguerreotypes—153 Eighth.
1862. Huylar, Edward P.—photographer—397 Broadway.
1863. Not Listed.
1857-1858 Opposite The Union Hotel, Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
1859 Address Unknown, Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
1859-1865 Rooms on Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina.
1857 May 23. The Chapel Hill Gazette. (Chapel Hill, North Carolina.) May 23, 1857, Vol. I, No. 6, P. 3.
Man, Behold Thyself! By visiting E. Hunt’s Gallery opposite the Union Hotel and getting a Superior Ambrotype, Melanotypes, Photograph Purte Ambrotype, or Cameotype (raised picture) neatly set in lockets pins &c.
Having seven years experience in the art, and arrangements for receiving all the new discoveries as soon as they are issued, I do not deem it necessary to say what I can do. Ladies and gentlemen are requested to call and examine my specimens cloudy weather as good as sunshine. E. Hunt.
Advertisement was recorded ten times between May 23, 1857 to February 27, 1858.
1859 February 19. Semi-Weekly Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) February 19, 1859, Vol. IX, No. 21, P. 3.
E. Hunt’s Photographic Gallery, Raleigh, N. C. and Branch at Chapel Hill, N. C. Mr. Hunt Having Purchased Of T. J. Havens his old established Daguerrean Gallery, on Fayetteville Street, and having introduced an improved light and apparatus, is prepared to take pictures of all sizes and styles in the best manner. Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, and all other types belonging to the Daguerrean Art, warranted satisfactory. He is also taking the improved Photographic Portraits, and with the aid of a competent Colorist, he is enabled to furnish these pictures, finished in the finest manner, and true to the life. By the Photographic process Miniatures and Daguerreotypes can be copied and enlarged to any size, and colored in Oil—giving a permanent and life-like Portrait.
Persons having Daguerreotypes of deceased friends should embrace this opportunity of preserving them. Melainotypes neatly put up in Breast-pins, Lockets, Rings, and Cases—perfect pictures warranted in all weathers.
Advertisement ran from February 19 to September 7, 1859.
1859 March 2. Weekly Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) March 2, 1859, Vol. XXV, No. 9, Whole No. 1249, P. 1.
E. Hunt’s Photographic Gallery, Raleigh, N. C. and Branch at Chapel Hill, N. C. Mr. Hunt Having Purchased Of T. J. Havens his old established Daguerrean Gallery, on Fayetteville Street, and having introduced an improved light and apparatus, is prepared to take pictures of all sizes and styles in the best manner. Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, and all other types belonging to the Daguerrean Art, warranted satisfactory. He is also taking the improved Photographic Portraits, and with the aid of a competent Colorist, he is enabled to furnish these pictures, finished in the finest manner, and true to the life. By the Photographic process Miniatures and Daguerreotypes can be copied and enlarged to any size, and colored in Oil—giving a permanent and life-like Portrait.
Persons having Daguerreotypes of deceased friends should embrace this opportunity of preserving them. Melainotypes neatly put up in Breast-pins, Lockets, Rings, and Cases—perfect pictures warranted in all weathers. February 18, 1859.
1859 June 22. Weekly Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) June 22, 1859, Vol. XXV, No. 25, Whole No. 1265, P. 2.
State Of North Carolina.—Wake County—Court 0f Pleas and Quarter Sessions.—Joseph H. Marston vs. Thos. J. Havens.—Attachment
E. Hunt, and E. L. Harding summoned as Guarnishees.
It appearing to the satisfaction of the Court, that Thos. J. Havens, the defendant in this cause, has removed beyond the limits of this State, or so absconds or conceals himself that the ordinary process of law cannot be served upon him. It is therefore ordered that publication be made in the North Carolina Standard for six weeks successively, notifying said defendant to appear at the next Term of this Court, to be held at the Court House in Raleigh, on the 3d Monday of August next, then and there to pled or replevy, or judgement pro contesso will be entered against him.
Witness, Thomas J. Utley, clerk of said Court, at office in Raleigh, the 3d Monday of May, A. D. 1859.
Thomas J. Utley, Clerk.
Notice ran from June 22 to July 27, 1859.
1859 August 10. Spirit of the Age. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) August 10, 1859, Vol. X, No. 50, P. 3.
E. Hunt’s Photographic Galleries, Raleigh; And Branch At Chapel Hill. Mr. Hunt Having purchased of T. J. Havens his old established Daguerrean Gallery, on Fayetteville Street, and having introduced an improved light and Apparatus, is prepared to take Pictures of all sizes and styles in the best manner. Melainetypes, neatly set in cases, lockets , rings and pins—and warranted satisfactory.
He is also taking the improved Photographic Portraits, and with the aid of an efficient Colorist, he is enabled to furnish these pictures, finished in the finest manner, and true to the life. By the Photographic process Miniatures and Daguerreotypes can be copied and enlarged to any size, and colored in Oil—giving a permanent and life-like Portrait.
Persons having Daguerreotypes of deceased friends should embrace this opportunity of preserving them.
Melaineotypes taken in cloudy weather as good as in sunshine.
Persons wishing to have portraits painted from life, can do so by calling on Mr. J. P. Andrews, Portrait and Landscape Painter, at the Gallery in Raleigh.
Advertisement ran from August 10 to December 21, 1859.
1859 October 26. Weekly Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) October 26, 1859, Vol. XXV, No. 43, Whole No. 1283, P. 2.
Annual Fair of the State Agricultural Society Of North Carolina, Held In This City On the 18th, 19th, 20th and 21st of October, 1859…
Award of Premiums…Fine Arts…
Best specimens Daguerreotypes, E. Hunt, $5.
Best specimens Ambrotypes, from Architectural Drawings
By Wm. Percival of Raleigh, E. Hunt. $5.
Best specimens of Photographs, E. Hunt. $5.
Best specimens of Colored Photographs, E. Hunt. $5.
1860 March 3. Semi Weekly Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) March 3, 1860, Vol. X, No. 18, P. 3.
Hunts Photographic Gallery, Raleigh, N. C. Photographic Portraits In Oil Colors. Prices ranging from $20 to $80.
These Portraits Can Be Taken From Daguerreotypes and Miniatures, or from Life; and being finely finished in Oil Colors on Canvas, they are perfectly durable, and make beautiful Paintings. They can be enlarged to any size, and such charges or alterations as [may] be desired can be made. Mr. Andrews, the Artist who colors these pictures being an experienced Portrait Painter and a fine Colorist, all who wish a finely executed work of art should call at the old established Gallery, on Fayetteville Street. Those preferring portraits painted from life, would do well to give Mr. H. a call. Persons having Daguerreotypes of deceased friends can, by giving the color of the hair, eyes and complexion, secure a permanent and life-like portrait. Photographs can be finished in Water Colors, Pastelle, India Ink and Crayons, at prices ranging from $10 to $30. The plain Photographs from $2 to $10. Welainotypes [sic.] for lockets, Cases, Rings and Pins. Ambrotypes, Vignettes, Willographs for sending in letters, &c., taken in all weather. E. Hunt, Photographist, Raleigh, N. C.
Advertisement ran from March 3, 1860 to October 2, 1861.
1860 August 10. Spirit of the Age. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) October 31, 1860, Vol. XII, No. 10, P. 1.
Award Of Premiums. At the Annual Fair of the State Agricultural Society of North Carolina, held in this City, on the 16th, 17th, 18th and 19th of October, 1860…
Fine Arts.
Best specimens of daguerreotypes,……E. Hunt, 5.
Best specimens of ambrotypes,………..E. Hunt, 5.
Best specimens of photographs,……….E. Hunt, 5.
Best specimens of col’d photographs,…E. Hunt, 5.
1862 October 17. Semi Weekly Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) October 17, 1862, Vol. XII, No. 84, P. 3.
Lost Or Mislaid, Two Notes Of Hand—Both Executed By John W. Cosby with L. N. Heartt security, 75 dollars each, one due on the 1st July, 1862 and the other due the 1st January next. All persons are forbidden to trade for said notes.
1863 February 13. Semi Weekly Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) February 13, 1863, Vol. XIII, No. 14, P. 3.
Money Found. By Describing The Money And Paying For This advertisement, the owner can get the money. E. Hunt.
1865 August 8. Daily Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) August 8, 1865, Vol. I, No. 95, P. 2.
Desirable Property For Sale. The Undersigned Offers For Sale A Desirable Farm 1¼ miles West of the Capitol, containing 65 acres good bottom Land, well watered and timbered, with a comfortable Dwelling House and out buildings, a Well of superior water, and a young Orchard of good bearing Trees. Also a house near the Capitol, and 100 acres of Land two miles from the Railroad at Mebanesville, well timbered with oak, with a good Log House and good Orchard. Apply to E. Hunt. At his Photograph Gallery, on Fayetteville St.
Mr. J. W. Watson, the daguerreotypist, has bought out Mr. E. Hunt’s establishment over the store of Mr. Grausman, on Fayetteville Street, and will open, in a few days, a full supply of Photographs, Cases, &c., and will be glad to wait on all visitors who desire to call on him. His prices are moderate, and pictures well executed. Remember that this is the only establishment of the kind in the City.
1865 October 5. The Daily North Carolina Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) October 5, 1865, Vol. 1, No. 145, P. 2.
Photograph And Fine Art Gallery. The Subscriber Takes This Method Of Informing the citizens of North Carolina that he has taken the Photograph Gallery formerly occupied by E. Hunt, on Main Street, renovated and refitted it in a first class style, and is now prepared to execute all kinds of pictures known in his line, from the smallest miniature to a life size portrait colored in oil. Persons having pictures of deceased friends may send the likeness with description of persons, color of hair, complexion, &c., and obtain a picture of any size, colored in oil. A splendid stock of material always on hand. Plain and fancy cases, frames and card de visites made at the shortest notice.
The subscriber flatters himself that after a practical experience of 16 years he will be able to please even the most fastidious. He is determined to keep pace with the times, and that none may have cause to send work in his line beyond Raleigh to get it better executed, or on better terms.
Particular attention given to the making of Children’s Likenesses.
Citizens and strangers are invited to call and examine specimens of the art, whether they desire a likeness or not; over the store of M. Grausman, Main Street. Cloudy weather makes no difference.
The trade can be furnished with instruments, stock and materials. J. W. Watson.
1854 Rooms over Brown, Brawley & Co.’s. Store, Charlotte, North Carolina.
1856 Address Unknown, Greensboro, North Carolina.
1856 Address Unknown, Salisbury, North Carolina.
1857 Address Unknown, Charlotte, North Carolina.
1857 Rooms in Carson’s Brick Building, over Boone & Co.’s. Shoe Store, Charlotte, North Carolina.
1858 Rooms over the Post Office, Camden, South Carolina.
1854 November 17. The Western Democrat. (Charlotte, North Carolina.) November 17, 1854, Vol. 3, No. 17, P. 3.
Daguerreian Gallery. The subscriber respectfully invites the attention of Ladies and Gentlemen to his much admired and superior style of Pictures, and would also say, that he is now getting up Plates on an improved plan which will not only add to the Beauty of the Picture, but will render it Durable and Brilliant For Ages.
Call soon, as my stay is limited. Room over Brown, Brawley & Co.’s Store—third story. Nov. 17, 1854. W. P. Hughes.
Asheville, Sept. 8th, 1854.
Mr. W. P. Hughes:
Dear Sir—Be pleased to accept my thanks for the Picture sent by you. It strikes me as being equal, if not superior, to anything of the kind I have ever seen. I have seen many of your Daguerreotypes, and they are not only remarkable for the accuracy of the likenesses but particularly for their ease and fidelity to nature. They seem altogether to lack that stiffness and restraint which mars most pictures of the kind. Wishing you that patronage which your merit in this line seems to entitle you to, I remain Very respectfully yours, &c. T. L. Clingman.
Advertisement ran from November 17 to December 8, 1854.
1856 January 10. The Greensboro Times. (Greensboro, North Carolina.) January 10, 1856, Vol. 1, No. 2, P. 3.
Ambrotypes. A. Starrett, Esq., Showed us some specimens of Ambrotypes, this week, whose superiority over the old fashioned silver plated Daguerreotypes is unquestioned. An Ambrotype is taken on glass, and is not reversed like the old plan; and it can be seen in any light, as it is free from the polish of the silver plate. It cannot get dusty, and is not easily defaced; it is impervious to water, air or acid, and will last for ages unimpaired.
Mr. Starrett has engaged the services of Mr. Hughes, a celebrated artist, who will be in town this week.
1856 January 15. Republican Banner. (Salisbury, North Carolina.) January 15, 1856, Vol. 3, No. 31, Whole No. 115, P. 2.
Ambrotypes. “A. Starrett, Esq., Showed us some specimens of Ambrotypes, this week, whose superiority over the old fashioned silver plated Daguerreotypes is unquestioned. An Ambrotype is taken on glass, and is not reversed like the old plan; and it can be seen in any light, as it is free from the polish of the silver plate. It cannot get dusty, and is not easily defaced; it is impervious to water, air or acid, and will last for ages unimpaired.
Mr. Starrett has engaged the services of Mr. Hughes, a celebrated artist, who will be in town this week.”—Greensborough Times.
We have seen a few pictures taken in the same style of Daguerreotyping spoken of by the Times, taken by Mr. Hughes, and can add our testimony to their elegant beauty. We know Mr. H.well, and know further that he takes superior pictures.
We are glad to learn that Mr. Hughes will be in Salisbury in a few weeks, when all will have an opportunity of testing the new style of taking pictures.
1857 June 16. The Western Democrat. (Charlotte, North Carolina.) June 16, 1857, New Series— Vol. 5, No. 50, P. 3.
Wagon Pic Nic. Last Saturday witnessed, perhaps, one of the most novel, interesting and pleasing incident in the way of a Pic Nic. that has ever transpired in Charlotte within the knowledge of the most “antiquated inhabitant.” We (the Junior) can testify to the scenes that were seen; and the rest, are not recorded in the mind of some.
The company started on a “Fishing Pic Nic.” and headed by the Saxe Band, proceeded to “Lake Katerine” in the following order:
1st. Virginia Wagon, drawn by 4 mules—with flags and banners waiving—containing about 20 ladies and gentlemen. 2d. North Carolina wagon, drawn by 4 horses with 18 passengers—ladies and gentlemen. 3d. South Carolina Wagon, drawn by 4 mules, with 15 ladies and gentlemen as passengers. 4th. One mule cart, 4 ladies and gentlemen as passengers. 5th. One-horse wagon, 4 ladies and gentlemen. 6th. One horse wagon, containing the “Lady from Africa” as chief of the culinary department, with “Murat,” “Cass” and other Body servants to the party appropriately mounted.
The party halted in front of Mr. Hughes’ Daguerrean Gallery, where an Ambrotype of the party was taken, after which it proceeded on its way amid the shouts of the crowds assembled in the streets…
1857 October 20. The Western Democrat. (Charlotte, North Carolina.) October 20, 1857, New Series—Vol. 6, No. 279, P. 3.
Premium Photographs and Ambrotypes. W. P. Hughes, Photographist, Has taken rooms in Carson’s brick Building, over Boone & Co.’s shoe store, third story, where he will be found at all times ready to take Pictures of all who may favor him with a call, in a truly lifelike and artistic manner. My abundant facilities, with all the improvements of the present day, and long experience (being the oldest operator in the state) enables me to produce in cloudy as well as clear weather, the most strikingly correct and splendidly finished Likenesses, singly or in groups, colored in style belonging only to my productions, and warranted never to fade, for less money than any other Gallery in the State. Call soon as my stay is positively limited. Oct. 20.
Advertisement ran from October 20 to December 1, 1857.
1858 February 23. The Camden Weekly Journal. (Camden, South Carolina.) February 23, 1858, Vol. XIX, No. 8, P. 4.
Ambrotype and Photograph Gallery. The undersigned would respectfully inform the citizens of Camden and vicinity, that through their liberal patronage extended him on a former occasion, he has been induced to revisit them, and has taken Rooms over the Post Office for a short time only.
A fact Worth Knowing. It has become a well-known fact, that the Ambrotype and Photograph is the picture of the day. For boldness of relief, richness of tone and correctness of delineation, they cannot be surpassed by any picture taken by or under the sun.
The Ambrotype is particularly adapted to Children. The process being almost instantaneous that fixed and rigid expression so frequently seen, is thus avoided. Also the shortness of times precludes fatigue, and causes the picture to have that natural appearance so much to be desired.
In addition to the Ambrotype and Photograph, he is prepared to execute pictures upon Patent Leather, a convenient article for transportation by mail. Specimens of this style may be seen at my Room.
All those in want of well executed and artistic pictures will do well to call at an early day, as my stay is positively limited to twenty days from date. Jan 12. W. P. Hughes.
1856-1861 413 Broadway, New York, New York.
1858 October 7. Evening Star. (Washington, District of Columbia.) October 7, 1858, Vol. XII, No. 1,782, P. 2.
Patents for the week ending October 5, 1858. Bernhard Hufnagel, of New York, New York,—For improvement in photographic baths. No. 29,679.
1859 June 5. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) June 5, 1859, Whole No. 8309, P. 3.
For Sale—One Large Photographic Apparatus, 6½ inches diameter of lens, made by Charles Chevalier, of Paris. Will be sold cheap. Can be seen at B. Hufnagel’s photographic gallery, 413 Broadway, third floor.
Advertisement ran on June 5 & 6, 1859.
New York City Directories. (New York, New York.) Published by John Fowler Trow.
1855. Architect & Surveyor, 333 Broadway, h-106 Bleecker.
1856. Photographs, 413 Broadway, h-106 Bleecker.
1857. Photographs, 413 Broadway.
1858. Photographs, 413 Broadway.
1859. Photographs, 413 Broadway.
1860. Photographs, 413 Broadway.
1861. Photographs, 413 Broadway, h-Mt. Vernon.
1862. Butcher, 27 G’wich.
1863. Not Listed.
1857-1859 Merchant Street Over the Office of the Pacific Commercial Advertiser, Honolulu, Hawaii.
1857 May 28. The Pacific Advertiser. (Honolulu, Hawaii.) May 28, 1857, Vol. I, No. 20, P. 2.
New Ambrotype Gallery. The undersigned would respectfully announce to the inhabitants ofHonolulu and the public generally, that he has taken the rooms formerly occupied by Mr. Benson, over the Printing Office of the Commercial Advertiser, where he in now prepared to take Pictures On Glass And Paper, Known as the Patent Ambrotypes and Photographs.
Having recently arrived from the United States, with good instruments and a new and extensive assortment of stock, he feels confident that he can give entire satisfaction to those who favor him with their patronage.
N. B. Pictures put up in a Variety Of Styles, to suit customers.
Rooms open from 9 A. M. to 12 P. M., and from 1 to 4 P. M. W. F. Howland.
Advertisement ran from May 28, 1857 to June 24, 1858.
1857 October 15. The Pacific Advertiser. (Honolulu, Hawaii.) October 15, 1857, Vol. II, No. 16, Whole No. 68, P. 2.
Ambrotype Gallery.—No [more] appropriate present can be sent home to one’s friends than a good likeness. How relatives and friends will crowd around the envied possessor, to get a glimpse of the well-remembered features, and, with Cowper, when gazing on his mother’s picture, exclaim:
“Blest be the [art] that can immortalize,
The art that flatters Time’s tyrannic claim
To quench.”
Mr. F. W. Howland, over the Commercial office, invariably makes good pictures, and his charges are reasonable.
Mr. Strangenwald, too, has returned from Kauai, and is ready to execute any orders. In his advertisement to-day we notice that he has an improvement in pictures, which is worth examining.
1858 April 8. The Pacific Advertiser. (Honolulu, Hawaii.) April 8, 1858, Vol. II, No. 41, Whole No. 93, P. 2.
Ambrotypes.—No better evidence of the perfection the art of ambrotyping has attained can be Seen anywhere within our knowledge than at the rooms of Mr. Howland, next building to the Post Office. His specimens are perfect gems, taken at short notice and in all kinds of weather.
His charges are sufficiently moderate to allow all who wish to avail themselves of his services to Give him a call.
1858 April 24. The Polynesian. (Honolulu, Hawaii.) April 24, 1858, Vol. XIV, No. 51, P. 4.
Now I suppose, dear readers, that you would like very much were I to give you a daguerreotype of these Misses and Misters. You can get them at Stangenwald’s or Howland’s…
1858 July 8. The Pacific Advertiser. (Honolulu, Hawaii.) July 8, 1858, Vol. III, No. 2, Whole No. 106, P. 2.
Vandyke.—Mr. Howland succeeded yesterday afternoon in taking a fine daguerreotype of the racehorse Vandyke, now considered the champion of the Hawaiian turf. Mr. Spencer intends sending an ambrotype copy to the London Illustrated News, with an account of the race. By reference to our advertising columns it will be seen that Vandyke challenges the field, to run on the next holiday, July 31st, for any amount from one to five thousand dollars. Boston backers are good pluck, and say he will be on hand again.
1858 October 7. The Pacific Advertiser. (Honolulu, Hawaii.) October 7, 1858, Vol. III, No. 15, Whole No. 119, P. 3.
Howland’s Ambrotype Gallery. The Undersigned would call the Attention of his Friends and the Public to his Rooms, over the “Pacific Commercial Advertiser,” Printing Office, (next to the Post Office) where he is taking Pictures which, for elegance of style and softness of tone, cannot be excelled.
Being in constant receipt of New Stock, Chemicals, &c., he is prepared to take Pictures with all the latest improvements.
Pictures taken on Glass, Paper, Patent Leather, India Rubber, &c., and warranted to give entire Satisfaction.
N. B.—The Public are invited to call and examine specimens. W. F. Howland, Artist.
Advertisement ran from October 7, 1858 to December 29, 1859.
1861 April 13. Polynesian. (Honolulu, Hawaii.) April 13, 1861, Vol. XVII, No. 50, P. 2.
Daguerreotype Gallery. We learn that the Gallery in King street, near Fort, so long and favorably known as Mr. Stangenwald’s Gallery, and lately owned by Mr. Fr. Bindt, has been purchased by E. D. Durand, the well known Calligraphist and Draughtsman. And will shortly be re-opened; the announced departure of Mr. Howland, and the closing of his Gallery in Merchant street, making the re-opening of this the more desirable; and we bespeak beforehand the attention and good will of the public to Mr. Durand’s enterprise. We understand the photographing will be one of the branches of the art, to which Mr. Durand will devote his attention.
1847-1856 112 Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.[1]
1864-1865 Carleton Block, Lowell Massachusetts.
1856-1858 138 Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.1
1859-1865 112 Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.1
1840-1860. The New York Historical Society’s Dictionary Of artist In America 1564-1860.
Samuel P. Howes Portrait, miniature. And landscape painter; working in Boston 1829-35 and in Lowell (Mass.) 1837-60.
1840 February 22. Lowell Morning Courier. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) February 22, 1840, Vol. VI, No. 789, P. 1.
Portrait and Miniature Painting. S. P. Howes tenders his grateful acknowledgments to the citizens of Lowell, for the liberal share of patronage he has received for more than four years, and gives notice that he still paints Portraits and Miniatures at his room, Mansur’s building, 27 Central st., where specimens may be seen.
1845 November 22. Star of Bethlehem. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) November 22, 1845, Vol. V, No. 29, P. 3.
Oil Painting of Washington As viewing the departure of the British Fleet from Boston Harbor, on 54 feet of canvas to be seen at Howes’ Daguerreotype Rooms, No. 20 Merrimack street, Lowell.
Advertisement ran from November 22, 1845 to April 4, 1846.
1852 January 15. Lowell Daily Journal and Courier. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) January 15, 1852, Vol. XVI, No. 3667, P. 2.
New Panorama. Mr. S. P. Howes, the well known painter and daguerreotypist of this city, has been for a number of years engaged upon a large Panorama—representing the History of this country, from its discovery up to this time. It is completed up to the close of Washington’s administration, and we understand, will be exhibited at Mechanics’ Hall next week. The painter of the Panorama is Mr. Barnes, who painted Burr’s Seven Mile Mirror, and therefore it cannot but be well done. The subject is an interesting one—presenting a fine field, and giving ample scope, in the great variety of its subjects, to the powers of the artist. It cannot be doubted that Mr. Howes will find his remuneration for the labor and expense bestowed upon his work, in the liberal support of the public.
1852 January 15. Lowell Daily Journal and Courier. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) January 15, 1852, Vol. XVI, No. 3667, P. 4.
Piano Fortes, At Howes’ Daguerreotype Rooms. The subscriber wishing to sell out his Pianos, which are of a splendid new style, will sell at great bargains, or let to those who do not wish to purchase.
Call at No. 112 Merrimack st. je24.
1854 September 26. Worcester Daily Spy. (Worcester, Massachusetts.) September 26, 1854, Vol. IX, No. 227, P. 2.
“Give Them Some.”—The subscriber being the oldest Daguerrean Artist in the city, after having witnessed with patience, the prices for which his competitors have taken Pictures, will now, for a few days, “come down to them,” by taking Miniatures in a Velvet Case for 50 Cents, and in a splendid Shell Case, such as sell for $2,50 and 3,00, with good Pictures, and warranted, for $1.75. We now put things so low as supply everybody and everybody’s cousin. Call at Daguerrean Gallery, 112 Merrimack Street, Lowell. S. P. Howes.
Advertisement ran from September 26 to December 21, 1854.
1856 April 28. Lowell Daily Citizen and News. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) April 28, 1856, Vol. VI, No. 1, P. 3.
For only 50 Cents, You can get at Howe’s, No. 112 Merrimack Street, a good Miniature in a case.
Shell Case, and a perfect picture, for $1.75 a $3.00
Call and see.
Advertisement ran from April 28 to May 3, 1856.
1856 May 17. Lowell Daily Citizen and News. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) May 17, 1856, Vol. VI, No. 18, P. 3.
Perfect Likenesses.—Those who have photographs can get them colored at Howes’ Portrait Rooms, No. 112 Merrimack st., warranted not to fade, likeness made more perfect and to imitate the best paintings, for from $2.00 to $15.00. Call and see.
1856 November 18. Lowell Daily Citizen and News. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) November 18, 1856, Vol. VI, No. 173, P. 2.
Up no Stairs at all. You can go to Howes, No. 138 Merrimack st., next to the Old City Hall Building, and get a good likeness at from 50 cts in a good case, to $50, “just as easy.”
Advertisement ran from November 18, 1856 to August 26, 1857.
1857 August 22. Lowell Daily Citizen and News. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) August 22, 1857, Vol. VII, No. 404, P. 2.
Hall To Let. Classic Hall, up one flight of stairs, No. 112 Merrimack Street, newly repaired, rent moderate. Apply at Howes’ Daguerrean Rooms, No. 138 Merrimack St., next to old City Hall, lower floor.
Advertisement ran on August 22 to 26, 1857.
1857 August 27. Lowell Daily Citizen and News. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) August 27, 1857, Vol. VII, No. 408, P. 3.
Twenty-Five Cents For a good Likeness on Gatta Purcha, at No. 138 Merrimack Street, without going up stairs.
Advertisement ran from August 27 to November 24, 1857.
1858 April 13. Lowell Daily Journal and Courier. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) April 13, 1858, Vol. XXIII, No. 5585, P. 2.
Robbery. Last night, the daguerrean gallery of Mr. S. P. Howes, No. 138 Merrimack st., was broken open and various articles stolen.—The thief or thieves effected an entrance by breaking the lock of the rear door, and then broke open the locks of two cases, and took therefrom, two gold lockets, one gold breastpin, about a dozen union cases, and a number of other cases, in all some twenty dollars worth. From the appearance of the room, the indication were that they had been distributed and left before securing all they intended. It thought the robbery was committed in the latter part of the night.
1860 January 6. Lowell Daily Citizen and News. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) January 6, 1860, Vol. IX, No. 1132, P. 2.
Robbery. One of the exhibition cases of S. P. Howes, daguerreotypist, 112 Merrimack street, was broken open last night, and five or six dollars worth of miniatures stolen. Had the rogue broken the case hanging on the opposite side of the doorway he might have obtained a much larger amount. The shivering of the glass must have made quite a noise, as it was very thick.
1860 January 13. Vox Populi. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) January 13, 1860, Vol. XX, No. 10, P. 2.
Larcenies.—The show case of S. P. Howes, daguerrean, Merrimack street, was broken open last Thursday night, and pictures and frames to the value of five or six dollars taken therefrom.
1864 October 17. The Lowell Daily Courier. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) October 17, 1864, Vol. XXIX, No. 8371, P. 3.
Howes, Portrait Painter and Photographer, Has removed into Carleton Block, where he will be ready to wait upon his former customers and a few new ones. Sept. 21, 1864.
1865 May 10. The Lowell Daily Courier. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) May 10, 1865, Vol. XXIX, No. 8543, P. 2.
Paintings. Those of our citizens who admire fine paintings will be amply repaid by looking into the gallery of S. P. Howes, in the upper story of Carleton Block, Merrimack Street, Mr. Howes has just finished the painting of a life-size portraits of Mr. Lincoln and Gen. Grant, which he has disposed of to Boston parties, but he has in his room now a good portrait of Mr. Lincoln and Gen. Sherman, both of which are well worth looking at. He has also life-size portraits of several well known citizens of Lowell, which no one familiar with the persons would fail to recognize at the first glance. He has recently finished a portrait of a Boston lady from a small photograph, and although Mr. Howes never saw the lady, her acquaintances pronounce it a perfect likeness. Mr. Howes has during the last two or three years painted a large number of portraits for people belonging in Boston and elsewhere, and we have no doubt that he would get plenty of work at home from those who might look in upon him. Although preferring to paint from life, Mr. Howes has painted several portraits from small pictures.
1880 July 31. Lowell Weekly Sun. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) July 31, 1880, Vol. II, No. 48, P. 4.
Mrs. Catherine B. Howes, aged 63, wife of S. P. Howes, died Saturday at her home on Robinson street, after a long illness.
1881 February 26. Lowell Weekly Sun. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) February 26, 1881, Vol. III, No. 29, P. 4.
Friday, Samuel P. Howes, portrait painter, died Friday morning at the residence of his son-in-law, Lewis H. Gumb, No. 11 Robinson street, after two weeks’ illness. Deceased was 74 years of age, about 40 of which he resided in Lowell. His wife died a year ago.
[1] A Directory Of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900.
Pioneer American Photographers, 1839 - 1860 