Category Archives: Retailer

Hurlburt, J. O.

Retailer, Stereoviews, , ,

1858-1859       230 Main Street, Hartford, Connecticut.

1858 December 18.  The Connecticut Courant.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  December 18, 1858, Vol. XCV, No. 4900, P. 3.

Hurrah For The Holidays!  Grand Exhibition!  Will Open Tuesday Morning, Dec, 21st., Gifts for Everybody!  All who wish to procure Gifts for the approaching Holidays, should not fail to call and examine Hurlburt’s Splendid Stock of Holiday Goods, before purchasing elsewhere…

A Truly Splendid Present is a Stereoscope, and a set of Stereoscopic Views.  We have just received a large and splendid assortment of new Stereoscopes and Stereoscopic Views, and are able to offer beautiful Rosewood Stereoscopes with Mirrors.  Thirty Per Cent Lower than ever offered in this city before.

Among the New Views may be found New Groups, Statuary, Ruins, Landscapes, etc., on Paper and Glass—Also, New Views of Niagara Falls and vicinity, on Paper, Cheap.

Remember!  —That—  Hurlburt’s New Store, In Hungerford & Cone’s Block, a few doors north of the Post Office is the Great Depot For Holiday Goods!  The Present Season.

Call and see for yourselves.  We make no charge for Looking, and will be happy to see you.  Whether you buy or not.  J. O. Hurlburt.  230 Main Street, Hartford, Hungerford & Cone’s Block.

1858 December 30.  Hartford Daily Post.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  December 30, 1858, Vol. 1, No. 224, P. 3.

Stereoscopes And Stereoscopic Pictures, in great variety, at Hurlburt’s.

1859 April 15.  Hartford Daily Post.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  April 16, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 315, P. 3.

Stereoscopes.  Stereoscopes.  We have this day opened a splendid assortment of Stereoscopes in Rosewood and Morocco Cases.

Also, Just opened the largest assortment of Stereoscopic Pictures ever offered in this city, comprising Groups, Statuary, Ruins, Landscapes, on Paper and Glass.  They are very beautiful and from one of the most pleasing and instructive entertainments for the Family Circle.

Works of Art and objects of interest in Foreign Lands are brought through the medium of the Stereoscope to our very doors and within the reach of all.

Every family should have one.  Call and examine them at Hurlburt’s, Book, Stationery and Periodical Store, Hungerford & Cone’s Block.

1859 April 16.  The Connecticut Courant.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  April 16, 1859, Vol. XCVI, No. 4917, P. 3.

Stereoscopes!  Stereoscopes!  We have this day opened a splendid assortment of Stereoscopes in Rosewood and Morocco Cases.

—Also—Just opened the largest assortment of Stereoscopic Pictures ever offered in this city, comprising Groups, Statuary, Ruins, Landscapes, on Paper and Glass.  They are very beautiful and from one of the most pleasing and instructive entertainments for the Family Circle.

Works of Art and objects of interest in Foreign Lands are brought through the medium of the Stereoscope to our very doors and within the reach of all.

Every family should have one.  Call and examine them at Hurlburt’s, Book, Stationery and Periodical Store, Hungerford & Cone’s Block.

1859 May 20.  Hartford Daily Post.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  May 20, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 344, P. 3.

Another Arrival.  This Day Received, Another Lot Of those Beautiful.

They are Not Equaled by any in This City and are at least fifteen per cent cheaper.  Also, a new lot of Stereoscopic Views.

Remember that the Headquarters for Stereoscopes and Stereoscopic Views,—Is At—Hurlburt’s, Book, Stationery and Periodical Store, Hungerford & Cone’s Block.

Geer, Charles G.

Retailer, Stereoviews, , , ,

1858-1859       256 Main Street, Hartford, Connecticut.

1858 April 10.  Hartford Daily Post.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  April 10, 1858, Vol. 1, No. 1, P. 2.

Charles G. Geer, at No. 256 Main-st., (in the new Post Office building) keeps a great variety of books, stationery, &c.  Mr. Geer’s variety of writing paper is very complete, comprising every kind from foolscap to the finest ladies note.  He has left some samples on our desk, and we speak whereof we know.  In addition to a full assortment of books, Mr. Geer keeps on hand all the magazines and papers of the day, and our readers in want of literature of any sort will do well to call upon him.

1858 September 22.  Hartford Daily Post.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  September 22, 1858, Vol. 1, No. 140, P. 3.

Open This Day Another supply of Stereoscopic Instruments, Of various sizes and prices.  Also, a beautiful assortment of Stereoscopic Views of Scenery, Statuary, together with a great variety of Groups, taken from life—sentimental, serious and humorous. 

Call and examine them at Chas. G. Geer’s No. 256 Main st., First door north Post Office.

1858 September 30.  Hartford Daily Post.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  September 30, 1858, Vol. 1, No. 147, P. 2.

Now We Have Them.—Opened this day, the largest and most complete assortment of Stereoscopes and Stereoscopic Pictures ever before offered in this city.  Stereoscopes on Stands, with very fine lenses, in Morocco cases.  Our assortment of Pictures consist of American, English and European Views, Groups, Statuary, Vases, &c., &c.  If you are in want of Pictures that are really beautiful, call at Chas. G. Geer’s No. 256 Main street, first door north Post Office.

N. B.—We shall open to-morrow, a large assortment of Views and Stereoscopes just received from London, to which we invite attention.

Advertisement ran form September 30 to October 16, 1858.

1859 May 21.  Hartford Daily Post.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  May 21, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 345, P. 3.

Stereoscopes And Pictures.—Wen have a Fine Assortment, Equal To Any Other In This City New Pictures Received Every Week.  Chas. G. Geer, First door north of Post-office.

Fabreguettes Fils, Eugene

Daguerreian Stock and Materials, Retailer, , , ,

1840-1847       61 Maiden Lane, Up Stairs, New York, New York.

1848-1852       73 William Street, Up Stairs, New York, New York.

1850 July 3.  The Evening Post.  (New York, New York.)  July 3, 1850, Vol. XLVII, P. 2.

French Fancy Articles.  E. Fabreguettes Fils & Morra, 73 William Street (Up Stairs.)  Would call the particular attention of buyers of Fancy Goods at wholesale, to their large and well selected stock; in it may be found a complete assortment of Purses, Suspenders, Guard Chains, Percussion Caps, Tooth Brushes, Bags, Studs, Brooches, Finger Rings, Agate Buttons, Twist and Dressing Combs, Game Bags, Power and Liquor Flasks, Daguerreotype Plates[1], Steel Beads, Tassels, Buckles and Slides, Oiled Silks, Fans, Gold Scales and Accordeons, of their own superior quality and make, each one of which is guaranteed to purchasers in perfect tone and finish.  Also constantly on hand, Paris Calf Skins of all the manufacturers, in entire cases only. 

Orders solicited for any description of Paris fancy goods and executed by their house in Paris, Rue Faubourg, St. Denis 23.

Advertisement ran from July 3 to September 3, 1850.

1852 July 20.  The Evening Post.  (New York, New York.)  July 20, 1852, Vol. LI, P. 2.

French Fancy Goods Adapted to the Fall Trade.  Hughes, Dupuy & Crehange, Successors to E. Fabreguettes Fils & Morra…

1840.  New York City Directory. (New York, New York.)  1840/1841, Published  by Thomas Longworth.

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—61 Maiden Lane—h-55 Laight.

1841.  New York City Directory. (New York, New York.)  1841/1842, Published  by Thomas Longworth.

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—61 Maiden Lane—h-55 Laight.

1842.  New York City Directory. (New York, New York.)  1842/1843, Published  by John Doggett.

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—61 Maiden Lane—h-36 Walker.

1843.  New York City Directory. (New York, New York.)  1843/1844, Published  by John Doggett.

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—61 Maiden Lane—h-36 Walker.

1844.  New York City Directory. (New York, New York.)  1844/1845, Published  by John Doggett.

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—61 Maiden Lane—h-36 Walker.

1845.  New York City Directory. (New York, New York.)  1845/1846, Published  by John Doggett.

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—61 Maiden Lane—h-36 Walker.

1846.  New York City Directory. (New York, New York.)  1846/1847, Published  by John Doggett.

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—61 Maiden Lane—h-36 Walker.

1847.  New York City Directory. (New York, New York.)  1847/1848, Published  by John Doggett.

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—61 Maiden Lane—h-47 Walker.

1848.  New York City Directory. (New York, New York.)  1848/1849, Published  by John Doggett.

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—73 William—h-52 Walker.

1849.  New York City Directory. (New York, New York.)  1849/1850, Published  by John Doggett.

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—73 William—h-23d Ave 8 & 9.

1850.  New York City Directory. (New York, New York.)  1850/1851, Published  by John Doggett.

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Fancy Goods—(Fabreguettes, Eudene)—73 William—h-86 w 23d.

1851.  New York City Directory. (New York, New York.)  1851/1852, Published  by Doggett & Rode.

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—73 William—h-227 w 23d.

1852.  New York City Directory. (New York, New York.)  1852/1853, Published  by John Fowler Trow.

Fabreguettes, Eugene—Importers—(Fabreguettes & Morra)—73 William—h-227 w 23d.

1853.  New York City Directory. (New York, New York.)  1853/1854, Published  by John Fowler Trow.

Not Listed.

[1] This is the only advertisement that mentions Daguerreotype plates.  First advertisement appear on December 28, 1841.  

Eaton, S. B.

Retailer, Stereoviews, , , ,

1858                Franklin Bookstore, 115 Central Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.

1858 January 1.  Lowell Daily Journal and Courier.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  January 1. 1858, Vol. XXIII. No. 5499, P. 3.

Great Bargains In Books, Stationery and Fancy Articles.  The entire stock of goods in the Franklin Book Store, purchased of the Administrator of the late Oliver March’s estate, at a discount from cost, will be sold at Great Bargains, in order to make room for New Goods.  S, B. Eaton.  115 Central street.  oct19.

1858 December 8.  Lowell Daily Journal and Courier.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  December 8. 1858, Vol. XXIII. No. 5787, P. 3.

Stereoscopes and Stereoscopic Views for sale at the Franklin Bookstore.  S. B. Eaton.  Oct6.

Cremer, James

Daguerreian Stock and Materials, Photographic Stock and Chemicals, Retailer, Stereoviews, , , , , , , , ,

1849                102 Williams Street, New York, New York.

1852                241 Essex Street, Salem, Massachusetts.

1852-1854       144 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1854-1855       Holmes, Booth & Hayden’s, New York, New York.

1857-1859       South West corner of Sixth & Chestnut, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1859                18 South Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1849 March 13.  New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  March 13, 1849, Whole No. 5394, P. 1.

Levi Chapman, No. 102 William street, New York, Manufacturer Of The  Celebrated Magic Razor Strop, of four sides; also Pocket Books, Wallets, Spectacle and Bankers’ Cases, in every variety, on the most extensive scale.

Daguerreotype Cases $144    

{Medium sizes, from $18 to $60 per gross.

{Quarter sizes, from size from $83 2 to $[30] to $84 per gross.

{Half sizes, from $82 to $144 per gross.

Mats and Preservers of all kinds.  Geo. Dabbs, Jas. Creamer, Agents.

1852 February 16.  Salem Register.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  February 16, 1852, Vol. LIII, No. 14, P. 3.

Removal.  Daguerreotype Rooms D. W. Bowdoin Has removed from his Old Rooms opposite the Market, to No. 241 Essex Street, ( A few doors above Washington street), where he has built one of the best arranged Establishments in New England, for taking Likenesses and Pictures in every style of the Art.  — Also—

Has formed a Co-Partnership with James Cremer, for the sale of Daguerreotype Goods of every description.  Artists are respectfully invited to call and examine our select Stock of Goods .

Instruction Given in the Art.  Cremer & Bowdoin.

Advertisement ran from February 16 to May 31, 1852.

1852 June 14.  Salem Register.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  June 14, 1852, Vol. LIII, No. 49, P. 3.

Dissolution of Copartnership.  The Copartnership heretofore existing under the firm of Cremer & Bowdoin is this day dissolved by mutual consent.  James Cremer, D. W. Bowdoin.  Salem, June 9, 1852.

James Cremer & Co.  Are authorized to settle all claims against, and receive all debts due the said firm of Cremer & Bowdoin, at 144 Washington Street, Boston, where they are now fitting up a sales room, and will open a large and select stock of Daguerreotype Goods of every description.  The attention of Artists is respectfully invited.  Orders promptly attended to.  James Cremer & Co.  June 14, 1852.

Advertisement ran from June 14 to July 12, 1852

1852 November 15.  Humphrey’s Daguerreian Journal.  (New York, New York.)  November 15, 1852, Vol. IV, P. 240.

Cremer, formerly of Salem, Mass., has now opened a large stock establishment in Boston, under the firm of Cremer & Co.—Cremer will do his share of trade, and no mistake.

1854 January 1.  Humphrey’s Journal.  (New York, New York.)  January 1, 1854, P. 287.

John Sawyer & Co., James Cremer & Co., and B. French, of Boston, Mass keep Daguerreotype stock for sale.

1854 August 15.  Humphrey’s Daguerreian Journal.  (New York, New York.)  August 15, 1854, P. 143.

James Cremer, formerly of the firm of James Cremer & Co., of Boston, has become a partner in the company of Holmes, Booth & Hayden’s, in this city.  Mr. C. has a numerous list of friends and no doubt will prove a valuable auxiliary to this establishment.

1855 February 1.  Humphrey’s Journal.  (New York, New York.)  February 1, 1855, P. 327.

James Cremer, now with Holmes, Booth & Hayden’s, is about opening an establishment in the city of Philadelphia, for the sale of Daguerreotypes stock

1857 March 25.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  March 25, 1857, Vol. XLIII, No. 2, P. 3.

Important To Daguerreotypist.—Great reduction in price of Melainotype Patent Rights, of from $20 to $3 each, for an individual right.  Authorized Agent James Cremer, S. W. corner of Sixth and Chestnut sts., Phila.

1857 December 18.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 18, 1857, Vol. 1, No. 119, P. 3.

Just Received and for Sale low, a large lot of imported Frames suitable for Photographs.  James Cremer, S. W. cor. Sixth and Chestnut St., up stairs.

N. B. Gold Lockets for Miniatures at Cost. 

1858 July 21.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  July 21, 1858, Vol. XLV, No. 103, P. 4.

To Photographers.—Just Received, Hardwick’s fourth edition Photographic Chemistry Price 75 cents.  James Cremer, Photographic Stock Dealer.  S, W, corner Sixth and Chestnut sts.

1859 July 3.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  July 3, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 10, P. 1.

History of Chestnut Street.  McClees & Co., successors to James Cremer, daguerreotype and photograph stock depot.

1859 October 9.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 9, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 24, P. 2.

The First Premium for Stereoscopes, at the late State Fair, was awarded to James Cremer & Co., of 18 South Eighth street, who had a large variety of pictures upon exhibition.  Public buildings, natural scenes, life groups, are brought out with startling fidelity by this instrument.  Cremer & Co. furnish an instrument and a dozen pictures for $2.50.  The price is so cheap that the firm do a large business.

1859 October 14.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 14, 1859, Vol. XLVIII, No. 17, P. 2.

The Largest assortment of Stereoscopic Pictures ever offered for sale in this city, is at 18 South Eighth Street.  Cremer & Co.

A Stereoscope and one dozen Pictures, $2.50.

1859 October 16.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 16, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 25, P. 2.

Newly Imported splendid French views and groups, the finest ever imported, have just been received by the International Stereoscope Company, and are to be seen at the stereoscopic depot of James Cremer & Co., No. 18 South Eighth street.  They are beautiful indeed.  This enterprising firm now furnish a stereoscope and twelve pictures for a surprisingly low sum of $2.50.  They are doing well.

1859 October 18.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 18, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 66, P. 3.

The best and most instructive amusement is the Stereoscopic Groups and Views, found at the new Stereoscopic Emporium of J. Cremer & Co., 18 South Eighth street.

1859 October 25.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 25, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 72, P. 3.

Present Your Friends with a Stereoscope and Pictures, the handsomest gift you can offer.  To be found of superior quality and variety, at the new Stereoscope Emporium, 18 South Eighth street.  James Cremer & Co.

1859 October 27.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 27, 1859, Vol. XLVIII, No. 28, P. 2.

Stereoscope And Pictures take the lead of all articles suitable for presents.  Found in greatest variety at 18 South Eighth street.  James Cremer & Co.

1859 November 15.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 15, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 90, P. 2.

Just Received—A splendid assortment of French Groups and English Scenery, which are now offered for sale, at the New Emporium, 18 South Eighth street.  James Cremer & Co.

1859 November 15.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 15, 1859, Vol. XLVIII, No. 44, P. 2.

A Splendid Variety of French Groups and English Scenery, the finest ever imported, now offered for sale at the New Emporium.  18 South Eighth st.  Jas. Cremer & Co.,

1859 November 23.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 23, 1859, Vol. XLVIII, No. 51, P. 2.

Present Your Friends with a Stereoscope and Pictures.  You cannot please them better.  The largest assortment in the city at the New Emporium, 18 South Eighth street.  Jas. Cremer & Co.

1859 November 27.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 27, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 31, P. 2.

For the amusement of the home circle, or the delight of strangers, there is nothing better than a stereoscope.  It is an assistant to your knowledge of foreign lands, which brings the natural appearance of celebrated scenes directly before the eye.  The best place at which to buy stereoscopes is from James Cremer & Co., No. 18 South Eighth street.  They are specially engaged in the business, and have a large stock.

1859 December 3.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 3, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 105, P. 3.

Christmas Presents.—All who view the Stereoscopes and Pictures remark!  How beautiful appropriate for a Christmas Gift!  Emporium 18 South Eighth street.  Open evenings.  Jas. Cremer & Co.

1859 December 4.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 4, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 32, P. 2.

Home delights are what every one should cultivate.  Home joys are what every one will approve of.  Therefore we say, in the most distinct manner, that the possession of a stereoscope, and a collection of stereoscopic views, will compensate you for your outdoor allurements.  Messrs. James Cremer & Co., 18 South Eighth street, have a fine collection of these instruments, and an immense number of views and groups, &c.

1859 December 8.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 8, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 110, P. 3.

Holiday is Coming.—A Christmas gift of the Stereoscope and Pictures will afford more pleasure than anything you can offer.  The largest assortment in the city at the Emporium, 18 South Eighth street.  Jas. Cremer & Co.

1859 December 20.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 20, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 120, P. 2.

Christmas Presents.—Now ready for sale, the  largest and most beautiful assortment of Stereoscope, and Pictures, suitable for Christmas Gifts, at the Emporium, No. 18 South Eighth street.  Jas. Cremer & Co.

1859 December 29.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 29, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 127, P. 2.

Holiday Gifts—The Stereoscope and Pictures, truly a New Year’s present.  It will afford pleasure for the whole year.  Emporium, 18 South Eighth street, James Cremer & Co.

1893 January 27.  New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 27, 1893, Vol. 27, P. 1.

Deaths…Cremer.—Suddenly, on Wednesday, January 25, James Cremer, aged 72 years.  

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

Cobb, J. B.

Retailer, Stereoviews, ,

1859                Address Unknown, Cleveland, Ohio.

1859 April 12.  Cleveland Morning Leader.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  April 12, 1859, Vol. 13, No. 90, P. 3.

Stereoscopic Views.—Those of our readers who are fortunate enough to have in their house one of the beautiful instruments know as stereoscopes can appreciate any praise and notice of such articles.  The photographs which accompany these instruments seem pictures no longer.  The figures seen in very truth to stand out in as bold relief as flesh and blood could do, and to be tableaux of real life.  Appleton & Co., of New York, have published a great quantity and variety of these stereoscopic pictures, a large assortment of which are for sale by J. R. Cobb & Co.  These represent a great variety of subjects. One set of half a dozen or more capitally illustrated Miss Flora McFlimsy who had “Nothing to wear”—others present statuary, landscapes, negro life, family groups, &c., &c. No pleasanter amusement can be devised for a family taken a stereoscope with a dozen or two pictures. Call at Cobbs and select.

Carroll & Parmelee

Retailer, Stereotypes, Stereoviews, , , ,

1858-1859       14 Main Street, New London, Connecticut.

1859 January 6, 1859.  New London Weekly Chronicle.  (New London, Connecticut.)  January 6, 1859, Vol. XI, No. 526, P. 4.

Stereoscopes.  We have this day received an assortment of Stereoscopes forming one of the greatest Ornaments for the Parlor ever introduced.

Also, a large selection of Stereoscopic Views.  Among which may be found “The Honeymoon,”  “Chatean de St. Cloud,”  “Palace Views,”  “Jardin Exposition,”  “Hotel de Paris,”  St. Oner,” &c. Carroll & Parmelee, 14 Main Street.  aug24.

George H. H. Silsby

Daguerreian Stock and Materials, Retailer, , , ,

1857                115 Main Street, opposite the Depot, Concord, New Hampshire.

George H. H. Silsby appeared in two advertisement.  The first advertisement which appeared on March 30, 1840 in the New Hampshire Patriot and State Gazette (Concord, New Hampshire) and is included to establish his first name.  Hereafter their first names do not appear in the advertisements I have looked at.   Co-Partnership Notice.  The subscriber have formed a connection in business under the firm of Stearns, Morrills & Silsby, for the purpose of Publishing, Binding and Bookselling, and have taken the room I the 2nd story of Low’s Block formerly occupied by L. B. & L. M. Morrill, where they may be found at all times to answer to orders in their line of business.  Chas. H. Stearns, L. B. Morrill, L. M. Morrill, Geo. H. H. Silsby.  Concord, March 1, 1840.

The second advertisement ran from January 1 to July 30, 1857 in the Independent Democrat (Concord, New Hampshire).  To Daguerreotypist.  The subscribers have on hand and for sale a supply of materials for the use of Daguerrian Artists, consisting of Cases, Plates, Mats, Preservers, Rotten Stone, &c., &c.

They intend to keep a full supply of the above articles on hand, which will be sold as low, at least, as can be purchased in Boston.  Orders, by mail or otherwise, solicited.  Morrill & Silsby, 115 Main St., opposite the Depot.

George H. H. Silsby does not appear in other photographic directories and continues to publish advertisements starting in 1841 as Morrill & Silsby as publishers and bookbinders. 

William Senter

Retailer, , , , ,

1858                64 Exchange Street, Portland, Maine.

William Senter of the firm Lowell & Senter were recorded in one advertisement and one announcement.  The advertisement appeared on January 5, 1858 in the Christian Mirror (Portland, Maine).  Lowell & Senter, Watch Makers, And Dealers In Watches, Chronometers, Jewelry, Charts, Nautical Instruments, And Fancy Goods.  64 Exchange Street…Portland.  Abner Lowell, William Senter.

The announcement appeared on October 26, 1858 in the Portland Weekly Advertiser (Portland, Maine).  The County Cattle Show At Standish.  Awards…Miscellaneous…

Burnham, Portland, best photographs, diploma and 8.00

Messrs. Lowell & Senter, Portland, for their “Stereoscope” with its interesting views, diploma. 

William Senter is not recorded in other photographic directories.  Lowell & Senter may not have been photographers in fact new research has found advertisements that list them as Jewelers.

Samuel E. Moore

Retailer, Stereoviews, , ,

1858                49 Camp Street, New Orleans, Louisiana.

Samuel E. Moore was recorded in one announcement and one advertisement in the Times-Picayune (New Orleans, Louisiana).  The announcement appeared on November 6, 1858. 

Stereoscopic.—One of the pleasantest, cheapest and most easily obtainable amusements for a family circle is a set of stereoscopic views.  They are beautiful specimens of the optician’s and daguerreotypist’s skill and taste, and afford never-wearying variety. 

Messrs. S. E. Moore & Co., 49 Camp street, have just received a fine assortment of these views which are more particularly described in their card elsewhere.

The advertisement first appeared on November 6, 1858.  Stereoscopic Views.  We have just received a fine assortment of these most elegant and instructive Parlor Ornaments, comprising of

Views in Paris.

Views in Rome.

Views in Switzerland.

Views in Vienna.

Views of Domestic Life, &c., &c., &c.

And of all qualities—upon Glass, Illustrated Paper and Plain.

The prices are very moderate, and no more desirable evening entertainment for the members of a family can be conceived than a study of these beautiful Scenes, which have the effect of transporting the observer to the very spot whence they were taken.  Sam’le E./ Moore & Co., 49 Camp street.

Samuel E. Moore is not recorded in other photographic directories.