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Griffin, Lewis V.

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1850-1851       Main Street, over J. D. Crank’s Store, Geneseo, New York.

1851-1853       Main Street, opposite Republican Office, Geneseo, New York.

1853-1857       79 Main Street, Rochester, New York.

1859                Address Unknown, Rochester, New York.

1850 February 14.  Livingston Republican.  (Geneseo, New York.)  February 14, 1850, Vol. XIII, No. 24, Whole No. 648, New Series—Vol. 1, No. 8, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes!  Messrs. Griffin & Whyland would respectfully announce to the citizens of Geneseo and vicinity, that they have fitted up the rooms over store of J. D. Crank, Main Street, where they will be ready at any time to accommodate the public with Miniatures, which are seldom equaled for beauty of tone and brilliant luster, and the “Eyes” we never fail in producing them equally as plain and bright as those of the original.  Having spent much time in the study and practice of the art, and also in obtaining the latest improvements, they feel perfectly confident that their specimens will compare with any hitherto produced.  A good assortment of stock on hand at all times.  Every variety of Cases—Single, Double, Plain Morocco, Turkey hoend, fancy Gilt and embossed.

Frames—Rosewood, Mahogany, Rough and Ready, Single or in Groups.

Lockets—All sizes, single, double, and glass fronts. 

Miniature Pins and Rings.

Warranted instructions given to any who are otherwise qualified for the business, and free access to all books and papers connected with the art.  Apparatus and stock furnished if desired.

Miniatures taken in all kinds of weather.

Ladies and gentlemen are requested to examine and sit for specimens.

Advertisement ran from February 14 to August 15, 1850.

1850 August 22.  Livingston Republican.  (Geneseo, New York.)  August 22, 1850, Vol. XIII, No. 51, Whole No. 675, New Series—Vol. 1, No. 36, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes!  Messrs. Griffin & Whyland would respectfully announce to the citizens of Geneseo and vicinity, that they have fitted up the rooms over store of J. D. Crank, Main Street, where they will be ready at any time to accommodate the public with Miniatures, which are seldom equaled for beauty of tone and brilliant luster, and the “Eyes” we never fail in producing them equally as plain and bright as those of the original.  Having spent much time in the study and practice of the art, and also in obtaining the latest improvements, they feel perfectly confident that their specimens will compare with any hitherto produced.  A good assortment of stock on hand at all times.  Every variety of Cases—Single, Double, Plain Morocco, Turkey hoend, fancy Gilt and embossed.

Frames—Rosewood, Mahogany, Rough and Ready, Single or in Groups.

Lockets—All sizes, single, double, and glass fronts. 

Miniature Pins and Rings.

Warranted instructions given to any who are otherwise qualified for the business, and free access to all books and papers connected with the art.  Apparatus and stock furnished if desired.

Miniatures taken in all kinds of weather.

Ladies and gentlemen are requested to examine and sit for specimens.

Advertisement ran from August 22, 1850 to December 5, 1850.

1851 July 25.  Livingston Republican.  (Geneseo, New York.)  July 25, 1851, Vol. XIV, No. 46, Whole No. 723, New Series—Vol. 2, No. 31, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes Taken in all kinds of weather at Griffin’s Rooms, opposite the Post Office, Main Street, by entire transmitted light, which produces the most beautiful blending of light and shade, ever discovered in any Daguerreotype process.  The room is darkened, so as to exclude all reflected light, thereby enabling any with the weakest eyes to sit from 15 to 45 seconds with perfect ease.  No pains spared in giving the [      ] and most graceful position and no charges, unless satisfactory.  Every quality, size and kind of Frames, cases nd Lockets, Chemicals Apparatus and Stock furnished to Operators as cheap as can be purchased West of New York.  Any one desirous of engaging in this art would do well to call here for their apparatus and instructions, which will be warranted in all cases.  Miniatures taken with the improved magic background, something new and beautiful.  Call and See.  Geneseo, May 9, 1851.

Advertisement ran from July 25, 1851 to April 15, 1852.

1852 April 8.  Livingston Republican.  (Geneseo, New York.)  April 8, 1852, Vol. XV, No. 31, Whole No. 760, New Series—Vol. 3, No. 16, P. 3.

Skylight Daguerreotype Gallery.  Five Rooms arranged expressly for the business.  Griffin has removed to Crank’s New Block, opposite the Republican office, Main street, where he has the advantage of Sky and Side Light, superior to any ever arranged in this country Now look out Quacks.  We are bound to take better Miniatures than can be taken in any “Cart” that travels, and cheaper than ever.  Only think, a nice Daguerreotype put up in a neat Morocco bound case, for the extraordinary low price of only One Dollar!  Instructions given in the art, and Apparatus and Stock furnished, if desired.  A long experience and close observation has enabled us to understand the theory and practical part in every particular, and we are now prepared to produce the Half, or Natural Tints, a shade so much desired and perfected by our best portrait painters.

Explanations of the process given to any capable of understanding, free of charge, when time will admit.

Rooms open at all hours of the day.  Small [   ?  ] of humanity taken in the twinkling of an eye, and no pains spared in giving the easiest and most graceful position in all cases.

Advertisement ran from April8, 1852 to June 16, 1853.

1852 December 23.  Livingston Republican.  (Geneseo, New York.)  December 23, 1852, New Series—Vol. IV, No. 1, Whole No. 797, P. 1.

L. V. Griffin, Daguerreotypist.—Rooms opposite the Republican, Main Street, Geneseo, N. Y. Look inside this paper for Advertisement.

Advertisement ran from December 23, 1852 to October 13, 1853.

1852 December 30.  Livingston Republican.  (Geneseo, New York.)  December 30, 1852, New Series—Vol. IV, No. 2, Whole No. 798, P. 2.

As it is expected that every one will be favored with some present on New Year’s day, the question is often a difficult one to some, what that present shall be.  Now let us make a suggestion.  Death, with his ever-moving and tireless sickle is constantly on his round, removing the loved ones from the place they now occupy, and what can be more appropriate or what would be received with more grateful emotions, than a likeness of a friend or relative?  Griffin is fully prepared to supply all calls, and in doing so, will give you a picture that cannot be excelled by any one.  A likeness to be of any value, should be correct—a faithful reflex of the “human face divine,” and such a one you can have by giving him a call.  His assortment of cases, frames, lockets, &c., is very large, embracing some of the most elegant patterns and styles we have ever seen, from one dollar to almost any price you may desire.  Mr. G. is a thorough artist, and gives his pictures a life-like appearance, and tone of finish, we have never seen equaled.

1853 June 2.  Livingston Republican.  (Geneseo, New York.)  June 2, 1853, New Series—Vol. IV, No. 24, Whole No. 820, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes!  Griffin still remains in town, ready at a moment’s notice to transfer your shadow upon the imperishable plate of silver.  The whole process accelerated and the impression made completely perfect by the aid of that almost indispensable apparatus, the Galvanic [Hartlery] A large size Camera has been lately added with a Condenser and Metallic Reflector.  Those wishing views of Dwellings, Landscapes, or Family Groups, with dense foliage for the back ground can be accommodated at their place of residence, if desired.

By using the above apparatus every object appears in its true position the revered order as is the case with Common Camera is with the above arrangement completely avoided.  We have taken some beautiful proofs which receive the admiration of all—Nature’s own copy of Nature’s work.  A large assortment of every size and quality of Frames, cases, and Lockets, of the best workmanship, on hand at all times.

We would suggest an idea to the public—You that have aged relatives and wish to perpetuate their memory by the aid of this art, should improve the warm pleasant weather of summer.  Do not wait for a more favorable opportunity.  The “old pioneers” are dropping off like the withered leaves of autumn, and you are left at hardly a moment’s notice, without a shadow of their former existence.                                                              

Advertisement ran from June 2 to October 6. 1853.

1853 October 6.  Livingston Republican.  (Geneseo, New York.)  October 6, 1853, New Series—Vol. IV, No. 42, Whole No. 830, P. 3.

Sky-Light Daguerreotype Gallery.  New Arrangements.  S. C. Wright, (Of Syracuse,) Would Respectfully inform the citizens of Geneseo and vicinity, that he has purchased the entire interest and establishment of L. V. Griffin, where he will continue the business, and hopes by strict attention, to merit the liberal patronage hitherto bestowed and will ensure complete satisfaction to ……unreadable.

Advertisement ran from October 6 to November 10, 1853.

1853 October 10.  Rochester Daily American.  (Rochester, New York.)  October 10, 1853, Vol. 9, No. 240, P. 2.

Daguerreotyping—Mr. L. V. Griffin, who has been successfully engaged in business as a daguerreotype artist at Genesco, and to whom, as we noticed by the Livingston Republican, premiums were awarded at the recent Fair in that county, has disposed of his business there to a daguerreotypist from Syracuse, and removed to this city, where he goes into business with Mr. E. M. Whitney whose name in this department of art, is his sufficient eulogy.  Messrs. Whitney & Griffins have opened an establishment in the Crystal Palace Block, Main st., just east of the Blossom Hotel, which will be under the immediate supervision of Mr. G. while Mr. W. will continue in charge of his rooms in Gould’s Block.

1853 October 24.  Rochester Daily American.  (Rochester, New York.)  October 24, 1853, Vol. 9, No. 252, P. 2.

New Daguerreotype Gallery.  Whitney, Denny & Griffin, Crystal Palace Block, 79 Main Street.  In calling the attention of the citizens of Rochester and vicinity to this new establishment, we would respectfully inform them that this suit of Rooms has been built expressly to our order—and alter an experience of some years in the business, we hazard nothing in styling this a Model Daguerrean Gallery, The Operating Room and Sky Light the largest in the State.

It will be our aim to sustain the reputation already acquired for producing the Best Daguerreotypes, and for which we have received several Premiums.

All are invited to call at the Crystal Palace Gallery.

Advertisement ran from October 24, 1853 to June 3, 1854.

1853 October 25.  Rochester Daily American.  (Rochester, New York.)  October 25, 1853, Vol. 9, No. 253, P. 2.

The New Daguerreotype Gallery of Messrs. Whitney, Denny & Griffin in the Crystal Palace Building, No. 79 Main st., has just been provided with the largest sky-light, which affords remarkable advantages for the daguerrean process.

1854 February 25.  Rochester Daily American.  (Rochester, New York.)  February 25, 1854, Vol. 10, No. 48, P. 2.

Daguerreotype.—We saw yesterday a superb whole size daguerreotype of Sheriff C. B. Woodworth, taken by Mr. Griffin of the Crystal Palace Daguerrian Rooms.  It is one of the strongest and best pictures we have ever seen.  It seems to stand out from the plate as if in relief.  This is a fair sample of the work turned out by Griffin, who is rapidly gaining the name and merit of rare excellence.  His rooms are favorably located for business, of which he is drawing a good share.

1854 May 15.  Rochester Daily American.  (Rochester, New York.)  May 15, 1854, Vol. 10, No. 115, P. 2.

Crystal Palace Notes…

Nor should visitors to the Crystal Palace forget to visit the Daguerrian Rooms of Mr. L. V. Griffin.  They are fitted up in a style unsurpassed in the west.  The reception room is large and commodious.  By passing up an easy flight of stairs you enter into the operating room.  This room has every convenience for perfecting the art.  W.

1854 May 22.  Rochester Daily American.  (Rochester, New York.)  May 22, 1854, Vol. 10, No. 121, P. 2.

Dissolution.—The Co-parntership heretofore existing between the subscribers, under the firm of Whitney & Denny, is this day dissolved by mutual consent.  All persons indebted to said firm will make payment to Edward T. Whitney, who will likewise settle all debts owing by said firm.  E. T. Whitney, C. B. Denny. 

Rochester, May 18th, 1854.  The Daguerreotype business will be carried on hereafter by the subscriber, at the rooms of the late firm of Whitney & Denny.  E. T. Whitney.

The Copartnership heretofore existing between the subscribers under the firm of Whitney, Denny & Griffin, is this day dissolved by mutual consent.  L. N. (sic.) Griffin is hereby authorized to use the name of the firm in settlement, and to whom all accounts must be paid.  E. T. Whitney,  C. B. Denny, L. N. (sic.) Griffin.

Advertisement ran from May 22, 1854 to February 28, 1855.

1854 May 24.  Rochester Daily American.  (Rochester, New York.)  May 24, 1854, Vol. 10, No. 123, P. 2.

Crystal Palace Daguerreotype Gallery, L. V. Griffin, 79 Main st., Crystal Palace Block.  We would invite the attention of all interested in the production of fine Daguerreotypes, to this large and truly beautiful Gallery.  The rooms are very large and were arranged expressly for this business at great expense and nothing has been left undone that would contribute in the least to make every arrangement complete and as perfect as possible.  The largest and most superior Sky-Light ever constructed for this Art, is adjusted at an angle, that will admit all the light required, and the facilities are such that a sitting can be given in a remarkable short space of time at any hour and in any weather.

In fact this indispensable addition to Photographic manipulations has become so justly appreciated, that many operators from different sections are desirous of obtaining a plan of the adjustment by which to obtain what Artists style Half or Natural Tints, which cannot be procured in a perfect manner without the aid of such a Light.

Citizens and strangers are requested to call, and for proof of the above, examine specimens, and also refer to the patrons of the Crystal Palace Gallery.

Advertisement ran from May 24, 1854 to  October 15, 1855.

1854 June 9.  Rochester Daily American.  (Rochester, New York.)  June 9, 1854, Vol. 10, No. 137, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes, of a superior tone, and the finest blending of light and shade, can be had at any time at Griffin’s Gallery, in the Crystal Palace block.

Advertisement was recorded seven times between June 9 to 19, 1854.

1855 March 21.  Rochester Daily American.  (Rochester, New York.)  March 21, 1855, Vol. 11, No. 70, P. 2.

Read Aloud!—If you want a good Daguerreotype, in a fancy case, and cheap at that, call at the Crystal Palace Gallery.  Griffin is always at his rooms.

Remember, entrance 1st east of the Marble Store, 79 Main street.

Advertisement ran from March 21 to 30, 1855.

1855 March 30.  Rochester Daily American.  (Rochester, New York.)  March 30, 1855, Vol. 11, No. 78, P. 2.

Crystal Palace Daguerreotype Gallery, No. 79 Main street, Rochester, N. Y., First entrance East of Wamsley Brothers’ Store.  L. V. Griffin, Operator and Proprietor.  The attention Of All the Readers of this paper is respectfully called to this, the largest and most complete Establishment of the kind in this city, and second to no one in the State.

“This is no Hoax.”

If it seems improbable, call and satisfy yourselves as to the truth of the assertion.  A constant attention to this art or six successive years, has won for us the enviable notoriety of producing the best Daguerreotypes, notwithstanding the “Puffs” of our neighbors in the art, written by themselves, and paid for at the rate of ten cts. per line.

Let the respective merits of each be critizied (sic.).

Pictures of every size, from the largest plate to the smallest finger-ring.

One great advantage over other Galleries, is the immense Sky-Light Pictures.

Children are taken daily in one, two and three seconds, single or in groups.  The state of the weather is no account.  A large light and superior Cameras, will conquer Stereoscopes, Crayon, Landscape, or Scenic illuminated and magic, and the vignette, are among the styles of the present method of taking Daguerreotypes.

All are invited to call and examine specimens and prices.  The latter shall be put down as cheap as the cheapest, in fancy cases or frames, and no work allowed to go out unless it suits in every particular.

Advertisement ran from March 30 to October 15, 1855.

1856 January 3.  Livingston Republican.  (Geneseo, New York.)  January 3, 1856, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 3, Whole No. 955, P. 3.

Crystal Palace Daguerreotype and Photograph Gallery!  No 79 Main Street, Rochester, N. Y. 

L. V. Griffin, Operator & Proprietor.

Life Size Photographs on canvas,

Cabinet            do                    do,

Chroma tints   do          on Paper,

Plain Photographs, all sizes,

Ambrotypes or Daguerreotypes on Glass, Stereoscopes, Crayon, Vignette, Magic, colored and plain Daguerreotypes, all sizes.

The attention of all the readers of this paper especially directed to the largest and most complete establishment in the city.  A life size Photograph Painted with Oil Colors is decidedly the best and most durable picture that can be made.  The Likeness is as perfect as the Daguerreotype, and the Painting is executed by the most skillful Artist in this country.  Old Daguerreotypes of deceased friends through it be a locket picture, can be enlarged to a life-size without the least possibility of a failure.  When you visit Rochester, call and see specimens. 

Advertisement ran from January 3 to December 25, 1856.

1856 August 21.  Livingston Republican.  (Geneseo, New York.)  August 21, 1856, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 36, Whole No. 988, P. 2.

As an artist, Mr. Griffin has no superior, and he has done much to advance and perfect the Daguerrean art.  The paper Ambrotypes are something that will have a great run, and from the specimens we have seen, they are fully equal to any taken on glass, and are in a form to be forwarded by mail without danger of soiling.  Those desiring a Daguerreotype, an Ambrotype either on glass or paper, or Photograph, should give Mr. G. a call at his rooms in the Crystal Palace block, Rochester.

1857 September 3.  Rochester Daily American.  (Rochester, New York.)  September 3, 1857, Vol. XIII, No. 205, P. 3.

Considerable interest was excited this forenoon by the fact that a number of our citizens were taken up singly to the height of several hundred feet by Prof. Steiner in his large balloon “The Pride of the West.”  Among those who took this trip were Mr. L. V. Griffin the Daguerrean Artist…

1857 November 10.  Rochester Daily American.  (Rochester, New York.)  November 10, 1857, Vol. XIII, No. 260, P. 2.

Grand Combination!  We, the undersigned, Proprietors of the Principal and long established Daguerreotype Galleries In this city, have decided, that, in consequence of the extreme scarcity of Money, and the many difficulties that a large class labor under, that it is No More Than Just, that a Reduction should be made in the Price Of Pictures! 

Therefore, Resolved, That henceforth, and until further notice, we will make Pictures For Twenty-Five, Fifty, and Seventy-Five Cents, For which we have heretofore charged One Dollar.

We Also Propose To Reduce the price of Fancy Cases, Frames, &c., &c., in the same ratio.  (Signed)

R. B. Appleby, Arcade Gallery,

Hovey & Hartman, Gaffney’s Block,

L. V. Griffin, Crystal Palace Block,

J. S. Crocker, Whitney’s Gallery.

Advertisement ran from November 10 to 13, 1857. 

1859 May 13.  The Brockport Republic.  (Brockport, New York.)  May 13, 1859, Vol. III, No. 31, Whole No. 135, P. 2.

New Ambrotype Gallery!  E. M. Sintzenich.  From the old established Gallery of L. V. Griffin, Rochester, (where he has had nearly six years experience in the art of producing Camera Pictures,) has established himself in this village Directly over the Post Office, for the purpose of accommodating the citizens of the place and the surrounding country with First Class Pictures! Of Every Description.

He does not hesitate in saying that he can produce as good work as can be made at any Gallery in the State, and as cheap as the cheapest.

All are invited to call and examine specimens.  All work warranted.  Remember the place, Brockport, May 4, 1859.

Advertisement ran from May 13 to 27, 1859.

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.

Gay, Charles H.

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1844-1845       Hall of the Tremont House, Claremont, New Hampshire.

1845                Rooms in Whitney’s Hotel, Woodstock, Vermont

1845                Rooms In Spalding Building, Montpelier, Vermont

1845                Room, over Bancroft & Riker’s Store, Montpelier, Vermont 

1845-1846       Rooms in the Masonic Hall, Rutland, Vermont.

ND                  192 Broadway, New York, New York.

1847                Younglove’s Hall, Union Village, New York.

1848                Cady’s Hall, East Bennington, Vermont.

1848                Court House, Centre Bennington, Vermont.

1848-1849       Stark House, East Bennington, Vermont.

1849                No’s. 10 & 12 Washington Place, Union Village, New York.

1849                Hobron’s Building, under Ledyard Hall, New London, Connecticut.

1851-1857       46 Bank Street, New London, Connecticut.

1844 November 29.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  November 29, 1844, Vol. X, No. 7, P. 3

Colored Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Charles H. Gay, from New York, would respectfully inform the citizens of Claremont and vicinity, that he has taken the Hall of the Tremont House, where he is prepared to execute Daguerreotype Miniatures in a superior manner, possessing all the colors of life as well aa very perfect likenesses.  Having Superior German Apparatus, he will take Portraits and Miniatures from the smallest to the largest size ever taken in this Country.

Groups of from 2 to 15 on the same plate.  A faithful likeness is in all cases warranted, and no charge unless perfect satisfaction is given.

His prices are low, placing these miniatures within the reach of all.

The citizens are invited to call and examine specimens of the art.

Advertisement ran from November 29, 1844 to February 14, 1845.

1844 December 20.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  December 20, 1844, Vol. X, No. 10, P. 3

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Mr. Gay, who has been in town two or three weeks with his

Daguerreotype apparatus, will remain but a short time longer.  If you want a correct, distinct

likeness, give him a call.  Hose we have seen are perfect, little if any inferior to paintings.  See

his advertisement.

1845 February 21.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  February 21, 1845, Vol. X, No. 19, P. 3

Charles H. Gay, Would inform the citizens of Claremont that he will remain in town but a few

days longer.  Those persons desirous of obtaining Daguerreotype Miniatures taken in a superior

manner will please call.

Advertisement ran from February 21 to March 21, 1845.

1845 September 5.  Vermont Mercury.  (Woodstock, Vermont.)  September 5, 1845, Vol. IX, No. 24, P. 2.

We would call the attention of our readers to Mr. Gay’s Daguerreotype notice on the next page. We have examined some of his work and have no hesitation in pronouncing it the best ever exhibited here.

1845 September 5.  Vermont Mercury.  (Woodstock, Vermont.)  September 5, 1845, Vol. IX, No. 24, P. 3.

Daguerreotype.  Charles H. Gay, of New York; would respectfully inform the Citizens of Woodstock and Vicinity that he will opened his Gallery of Daguerreotype Portraits, at Whitney’s Hotel on Saturday Sept. 6, where he will remain, for a short time, and is prepared to execute Portraits and Miniatures in a style not surpassed by any ever taken.  He is prepared to execute Portraits and miniatures in a style not surpassed by any ever taken.

He will be prepared to execute Portraits and Miniatures from the smallest to the largest size ever taken either in this country or in Europe

Groups of from 2 to 15 taken on a single plate.  No picture is allowed to leave his rooms unless proper satisfaction is given.

The citizens are invited to call and examine specimens of Art brought to its highest state of perfection.

Advertisement ran from September 5 to 19, 1845

1845 September 18.  Spirit of the Age.  (Woodstock, Vermont.)  September 18, 1845, Vol. VI, No. 278, P. 3.

Daguerreotype.  Cha’s H. Gay, Of New York; Would respectfully inform the citizens of Woodstock and vicinity that he has opened his Gallery of Daguerreotype Portraits, at Whitney’s Hotel, where he will remain, for a short time, and is prepared to execute Portraits and Miniatures in a style not surpassed by any ever taken.  He is prepared to execute portraits and miniatures from the smallest to the largest size ever taken either in this country or in Europe

Groups of from 2 to 15 taken on a single plate.

The citizens are invited to call and examine specimens of the art brought to its highest state of perfection.       

Rooms open from 8 a. m. 6 p. m.  Sept. 10, 1845.

Advertisement ran from September 11 to October 9, 1845.

1845 October 9.  Vermont Watchman and State Journal.  (Montpelier, Vermont.)  October 9, 1845, Vol. XXXIX, No. 48, Whole No. 2034, P. 3.

Daguerreotype!  Charles H. Gay, of New York, Would respectfully inform the citizens of Montpelier, that that he has opened his Daguerreian Rooms in Spalding Building, over the store of Bancroft & Riker, where he would invite the attention of the citizens, and members of the Legislature, to his splendid specimens of Daguerreotype Portraits and Miniatures.  He is prepared to execute the various sizes from the smallest to the largest ever taken in this country or in Europe, and in a style which cannot fail to please.  Groups of from 2 to 15 taken on a single plate.  Landscape views taken in superior style.  The public generally are invited to call.  Rooms open from 8 A. M. to 6 P. M.

Advertisement ran from October 9 to 30, 1845.

1845 October 16.  Green-Mountain Freeman.  (Montpelier, Vermont.)  October 16, 1845, Vol. II, No. 42, P. 3.

Daguerreotype!  Charles H. Gay, of New York, Would respectfully inform the citizens of Montpelier, that that he has opened his Daguerreian Rooms in Spalding Building, over the store of Bancroft & Riker, where he would invite the attention of the citizens, and members of the Legislature, to his splendid specimens of Daguerreotype Portraits and Miniatures.  He is prepared to execute the various sizes from the smallest to the largest ever taken in this country or in Europe, and in a style which cannot fail to please.  Groups of from 2 to 15 taken on a single plate.  Landscape views taken in superior style.  The public generally are invited to call.  Rooms open from 8 A. M. to 6 P. M.

Advertisement ran from October 16 to November 6, 1845.

1845 October 23.  Green-Mountain Freeman.  (Montpelier, Vermont.)  October 23, 1845, Vol. II, No. 43, P. 2.

Something Worth Seeing.—All who are friends of the fine arts, and would like to see Daguerreotype likenesses, superior to any ever taken in the State, will do well to call at Charles H. Gay’s room, over Bancroft & Riker’s store.  His apparatus is of a superior kind and none can look upon his likenesses without being disposed to patronize him.  Here is a rare chance for those who may wish to procure a beautiful and perfect likeness.

1845 October 23.  Vermont Watchman and State Journal.  (Montpelier, Vermont.)  October 23, 1845, Vol. XXXIX, No. 50, Whole No. 2036, P. 2.

Montpelier In Miniature.—Mr. Gay has produced a beautiful daguerreotype view of part of our village, including a portion of the river, and the hills east.  A more beautiful picture we have seldom seen.  It is now at our book-store for examination. 

1845 December 4.  Rutland Herald.  (Rutland, Vermont.)  December 4, 1845, Vol. 51, No. 49, P. 3.

Daguerreotype.  Charles H. Gay, of New York, Daguerrean Artist, would respectfully inform the citizens of Rutland, that he has opened his Room in the Masonic Hall, opposite A. Dyer’s, where he will remain for a short time and will be prepared to execute the various sizes from the smallest to the largest ever taken either in this country or in Europe, and in a style which cannot be surpassed.

Groups of from 2 to 15 taken on a single plate.

Rooms open from 8 A. M. to ½ past 4 P. M.  Operations without regard to weather from 9 A. M. to 4 P. M.

The citizens are invited to call and examine specimens of the art brought to its highest state of perfection.  Rutland, Dec. 4, 1845.

Advertisement ran from December 4, 1845 to February 12, 1846.

1847 May 27.  Washington County Journal.  (Union Village, New York.)  May 27, 1847, New Series—Vol. V, No. 33, Whole No. 242, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Chas. H. Gay, formerly from 192 Broadway, N. Y., would respectfully announce to the citizens of Union Village and vicinity, that his Daguerrian Gallery is now open at Younglove’s Hall, where it will remain for a short time, and would invite the attention of the citizens to his unrivalled specimens of the Photographic Art.

He is prepared to execute all the various sizes, from the smallest locket size to the largest Cabinet size ever taken either in this country or in Europe.  Groups of from 2 to 20 taken on a single plate.  Landscape Views, Views of Private Residences, Copies of Paintings, Statuary, &c., executed in an unrivalled manner.  These Pictures are taken with a Speculum, and will not be reversed.  The style and finish of these Pictures shall excel in beauty and faithfulness, and possess all the colors of life.

The citizens are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens of the Art brought to its highest state of perfection.

Operations from 8 A. M., to 5 P. M., without regard to weather.

Rooms open from 8 A. M., to 7 P. M.  May 24, 1847.

Advertisement ran from May 27 to August 26, 1847.

1848 May 3.  Vermont Gazette.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  May 3, 1848, Vol. LXIX, No. 4339, New Series—Vol. 2, No. 16, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Atelier.  Charles H. Gay Formerly from 192 Broadway, New York, would respectfully Announce to the citizens of East Bennington and vicinity, that he will open rooms in the above village, about the 15th of May, and will be prepared to execute Daguerreotypes Portraits and Miniatures, in the very highest style of the art.  He will execute all the various sizes—(embracing seven distinct ones,) from the smallest Locket size to the largest Cabinet size Picture, ever taken either in this country or in Europe. 

Groups of from 2 to 20 taken on a single plate—Landscape views—views of private residences—copies of Paintings, Statuary, &c., in an unrivalled manner.  These pictures will be made with a Speculum and will not be reversed.

From the long experience of the proprietor—the superiority of his instruments, having both German and American, he flatters himself  that he can give the most entire satisfaction.

Advertisement ran from May 3 to 22, 1848.

1848 May 8.  The State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  May 8, 1848, Vol. 8, No. 8, Whole No. 372, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Atelier.  Charles H. Gay Formerly from 192 Broadway, New York, would respectfully Announce to the citizens of East Bennington and vicinity, that he will open rooms in the above village, about the 15th of May, and will be prepared to execute Daguerreotypes Portraits and Miniatures, in the very highest style of the art.  He will execute all the various sizes—(embracing seven distinct ones,) from the smallest Locket size to the largest Cabinet size Picture, ever taken either in this country or in Europe. 

Groups of from 2 to 20 taken on a single plate—Landscape views—views of private residences—copies of Paintings, Statuary, &c., in an unrivalled manner.  These pictures will be made with a Speculum and will not be reversed.

From the long experience of the proprietor—the superiority of his instruments, having both German and American, he flatters himself  that he can give the most entire satisfaction.

Advertisement ran from May 8 to 24, 1848.

1848 May 27.  The State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  May 27, 1848, Vol. 8, No. 11, Whole No. 375, P. 2.

Mr. Gay, Daguerreotype Artist, is in this village.  See his advertisement.

1848 May 27.  The State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  May 27, 1848, Vol. 8, No. 11, Whole No. 375, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Atelier.  Charles H. Gay Formerly from 192 Broadway, New York, would respectfully Announce to the citizens of East Bennington and vicinity, that he has opened rooms at Cady’s Hall, and is prepared to execute Daguerreotypes Portraits & Miniatures, in the very highest style of the art.  He will execute all the various sizes—(embracing seven distinct ones,) from the smallest Locket size to the largest Cabinet size Picture, ever taken either in this country or in Europe. 

Groups of from 2 to 20 taken on a single plate—Landscape views—views of private residences—copies of Paintings, Statuary, &c., in an unrivalled manner.  These pictures will be made with a Speculum and will not be reversed.

From the long experience of the proprietor—the superiority of his instruments, having both German and American, he flatters himself  that he can give the most entire satisfaction.

Advertisement ran from May 8 to July 1, 1848.

1848 June 7.  Vermont Gazette.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  June 7, 1848, Vol. LXIX, No. 4344, New Series—Vol. 2, No. 21, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Atelier.  Charles H. Gay Formerly from 192 Broadway, New York, would respectfully Announce to the citizens of East Bennington and vicinity, that he has opened rooms at Cady’s Hall, and is prepared to execute Daguerreotypes Portraits & Miniatures, in the very highest style of the art.  He will execute all the various sizes—(embracing seven distinct ones,) from the smallest Locket size to the largest Cabinet size Picture, ever taken either in this country or in Europe. 

Groups of from 2 to 20 taken on a single plate—Landscape views—views of private residences—copies of Paintings, Statuary, &c., in an unrivalled manner.  These pictures will be made with a Speculum and will not be reversed.

From the long experience of the proprietor—the superiority of his instruments, having both German and American, he flatters himself  that he can give the most entire satisfaction.

Advertisement ran from June 7 to 28, 1848.

1848 June 10.  The State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  June 10, 1848, Vol. 8, No. 13, Whole No. 377, P. 2.

Looking the other day at some specimens of Daguerreotype pictures in Mr. Gay’s room, we were surprised as well as delighted at their lifelike fidelity.  Several of our townsmen we recognized among them, and so far as we were able to judge are the very highest perfection of the art.

We marvel that these cheap and excellent pictures are not even more common than they are.  It would seem that when a trifling sum will procure a capital portrait, there should hardly be a family without them.  Who so unloved that he has not at least on friend who would gladly procure a portrait of him at so trifling a cost?  What mother would not gladly retain a faithful image of each child in its season of innocence and trust?  We would advise all those who wish a fine portrait of themselves or friends to call upon Mr. Gay, as an opportunity seldom offers for procuring perfect pictures.

1848 June 14.  Vermont Gazette.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  June 14, 1848, Vol. LXIX, No. 4345, New Series—Vol. 2, No. 22, P. 3.

We can most conscientiously advise our friends who may be desirous of portraits of themselves or friends  to call at the rooms of Mr. Chas. H. Gay, in this village, and examine his specimens.  In our judgement they are decidedly of the very highest order of merit, and far superior to the generality of Daguerreotype portraits; in truth we have never seen them surpassed.  Mr. Gay’s engagements are such that he can remain but a short time.

1848 August 15.  Vermont Gazette.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  August 15, 1848, Vol. LXIX, No. 4356, New Series—Vol. 19, No. 33, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Atelier.  Charles H. Gay (Formerly from 192 Broadway, N. Y.)  Would respectfully inform the citizens of Bennington and vicinity, that he will open his Daguerrian Gallery at the Court House, on Sept 1st. where he will remain a short time and is prepared to execute Daguerreotypes Portraits and Miniatures, in a style which cannot be surpassed.  He is prepared to execute all the various sizes, (embracing seven distinct ones,) from the smallest size to the largest ever taken either in this country or in Europe. 

Groups of from two to twenty taken on a single plate.  Landscape Views, Views of Private Residences, Copies of Paintings, Statuary, &c., executed in an unrivalled manner.  The Pictures will be made with a Speculum and will not be reversed.

As many doubts are expressed with regard to the durability of Pictures taken by the Daguerreotype process, Mr. G. would here say that pictures properly taken, will last as long, and preserve all their brilliancy, as the best Oil Paintings.  The most incredulous can be perfectly satisfied on this matter by calling at his rooms.

From the long experience of the proprietor I the business, the superiority of his instruments, having both German and American, he flatters himself  that he can give the most perfect satisfaction.

Pictures taken equally well in cloudy as clear weather.

N. B.  Those having pictures taken by the old process can have them retaken at a small expense.

Advertisement ran from August 15 to September 12, 1848.

1848 August 19.  The State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  August 19, 1848, Vol. 8, No. 23, Whole No. 387, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Atelier.  Charles H. Gay Formerly from 192 Broadway, New York, would respectfully Announce to the citizens of Centre Bennington and vicinity, that he has opened rooms at the Court House, and is prepared to execute Daguerreotypes Portraits & Miniatures, in the very highest style of the art.  He will execute all the various sizes—(embracing seven distinct ones,) from the smallest Locket size to the largest Cabinet size Picture, ever taken either in this country or in Europe. 

Groups of from 2 to 20 taken on a single plate—Landscape views—views of private residences—copies of Paintings, Statuary, &c., in an unrivalled manner.  These pictures will be made with a Speculum and will not be reversed.

From the long experience of the proprietor—the superiority of his instruments, having both German and American, he flatters himself  that he can give the most entire satisfaction.

Advertisement ran from August 19 to October 28, 1848.

1848 September 19.  Vermont Gazette.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  September 19, 1848, Vol. LXIX, No. 4361, New Series—Vol. 19, No. 38, P. 3.

Charles H. Gay, Daguerreotype Atelier, is ow at the Court House where he is prepared to execute Daguerreotype Portraits and Miniatures I the highest style of the art.

His specimens are beautiful.  Give him a call.

1848 September 26.  Vermont Gazette.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  September 26, 1848, Vol. LXVIII, No. 4362, New Series—Vol. 19, No. 39, P. 2.

Gay is doing a flourishing business at the Court House.  He must be one of the first masters to execute good likenesses of such groups of superlative beauties as we saw, one day last week, in his Daguerreotype Gallery.  As an honest heart and conscience at repose are highly favorable to fine impressions, we would suggest that those desirous of superior portraits should before sitting, become thoroughly imbued in the Democratic principles!

1848 September 26.  Vermont Gazette.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  September 26, 1848, Vol. LXIX, No. 4362, New Series—Vol. 19, No. 39, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Atelier.  Charles H. Gay, (Formerly from 192 Broadway, N. Y.)  Would re-pectfully (sic.)  inform the citizens of Bennington and vicinity, that he will open his Daguerrian Gallery at the Court House, on Sept 1st. where he will remain a short time and is prepared to execute Daguerreotypes Portraits and Miniatures, in a style which cannot be surpassed.  He is prepared to execute all the various sizes, (embracing seven distinct ones,) from the smallest size to the largest ever taken either in this country or in Europe. 

Groups of from two to twenty taken on a single plate.  Landscape Views, Views of Private Residences, Copies of Paintings, Statuary, &c., executed in an unrivalled manner.  The Pictures will be made with a Speculum and will not be reversed.

As many doubts are expressed with regard to the durability of Pictures taken by the Daguerreotype process, Mr. G. would here say that pictures properly taken, will last as long, and preserve all their brilliancy, as the best Oil Paintings.  The most incredulous can be perfectly satisfied on this matter by calling at his rooms.

From the long experience of the proprietor I the business, the superiority of his instruments, having both German and American, he flatters himself  that he can give the most perfect satisfaction.

Pictures taken equally well in cloudy as clear weather.

N. B.  Those having pictures taken by the old process can have them retaken at a small expense.

Advertisement ran from September 26 to October 10, 1848.

1848 October 10.  Vermont Gazette.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  October 10, 1848, Vol. LXVIII, No. 4364, New Series—Vol. 19, No. 41, P. 2.

Something Rare.  Mr. Charles H. Gay, the celebrated Daguerreotype artist, has executed within the past week, upon one plate, the likenesses of six individuals of this town, whose united ages amount to four hundred and ninety years.  One, the last surviving here of the battle of Bennington, with his gun by his side; another, supposed to be the first born in the State of Vermont: all of them born here in, and residents of Bennington at the time of the battle, August 16th, 1777.  Upon the same plate is Col. Baum’s sword, also a sword taken from a hessian soldier in single combat, by the late Joseph Rudd, Esq., of this town.  Taken together it is one pof the most interesting pictures ever produced by the art.

1848 November 11.  The State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  November 11, 1848, Vol. 8, No. 35, Whole No. 399, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Atelier.  Charles H. Gay Formerly from 192 Broadway, New York, would respectfully Announce to the citizens of Centre Bennington and vicinity, that he has taken rooms at the Stark House, and is prepared to execute Daguerreotypes Portraits & Miniatures, in the very highest style of the art.  He will execute all the various sizes—(embracing seven distinct ones,) from the smallest Locket size to the largest Cabinet size Picture, ever taken either in this country or in Europe. 

Groups of from 2 to 20 taken on a single plate—Landscape views—views of private residences—copies of Paintings, Statuary, &c., in an unrivalled manner.  These pictures will be made with a Speculum and will not be reversed.

From the long experience of the proprietor—the superiority of his instruments, having both German and American, he flatters himself  that he can give the most entire satisfaction.

Advertisement ran from November 11, 1848 to January 6, 1849.

1849 April 21.  The State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  April 21, 1849, Vol. IX, No. 6, Whole No.422, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—C. H. Gay, the inimitable daguerreotype artist, is now in our village; but will remain for a few days only, after which time he will be with us no more, as he isto locate, permanently, in Connecticut.

1849 May 10.  Washington County Journal.  (Union Village, New York.)  May 10, 1849, New Series—Vol. Seventh, No. 31, Whole No. 344, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Atelier.  Charles H. Gay would respectfully inform the citizens of Union Village and vicinity, that he has returned, and has opened his Daguerrian Gallery at Rooms No. 10 & 12, Washington Place, where he will remain a short time, and is prepared to execute Daguerreotypes Portraits & Miniatures in a style that cannot be surpassed.  He is prepared to execute all the various sizes (embracing seven distinct ones,) from the largest to smallest ever taken, either in this country or in Europe.  Groups of from two to twenty taken on a single plate.

From the long experience of the proprietor in the business, the superiority of his instruments having both German and American, he flatters himself he will be able to give the most perfect satisfaction.

Pictures taken equally well in cloudy as clear weather.

N. B.—Those having pictures taken by the old process, can have them retaken at a small expense.

The public are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens of the art brought to its highest state of perfection.

Rooms open from 8 A. M. to 5 P. M. May 10, 1849.

Advertisement ran from May 10 to 31, 1849.

1849 October 27.  New London Daily Chronicle.  (New London, Connecticut.)  October 27, 1849, Vol. II, No. 152, P. 4.

Photographic Gallery.  C. H. Gay would respectfully announcement to the citizens of New London and vicinity, that he has opened a Photographic Gallery in Hobron’s Building under Ledyard Hall.

Mr. G. would invite particular attention to his new style of picture recently introduced, combining the artistical arrangement of light and shade so much admired in paintings, with the richness of tone and natural expression of the Daguerreotype.

Having a full size instrument which makes all the various sizes from the largest to the smallest, he is prepared to group any number on a single plate.

Landscapes, views of private residences, copies of stationary, paintings, &c. executed in an unrivaled manner.  These pictures will not be reversed.

From long experience combined with superior instruments and all the modern improvements in the art, he would respectfully solicit a share of patronage.

The public are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens.  oct. 25.

1849 October 21.  New London Democrat.  (New London, Connecticut.)  October 21, 1849, Vol. V, No. 33, Whole No. 241, P. 3.

Photographic Gallery.  C. H. Gay would respectfully announcement to the citizens of New London and vicinity, that he has opened a Photographic Gallery in Hobron’s Building under Ledyard Hall.

Mr. G. would invite particular attention to his new style of picture recently introduced, combining the artistical arrangement of light and shade so much admired in paintings, with the richness of tone and natural expression of the Daguerreotype.

Having a full size instrument which makes all the various sizes from the largest to the smallest, he is prepared to group any number on a single plate.

Landscapes, views of private residences, copies of stationary, paintings, &c. executed in an unrivaled manner.  These pictures will not be reversed.

From long experience combined with superior instruments and all the modern improvements in the art, he would respectfully solicit a share of patronage.

The public are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens. 

Advertisement was recorded seventeen times between October 21, 1849 to September 28, 1850.

1849 October 31.  New London Weekly Chronicle.  (New London, Connecticut.)  October 31, 1849, Vol. II, No. 79, P. 3.

Photographic Gallery.  C. H. Gay would respectfully announcement to the citizens of New London and vicinity, that he has opened a Photographic Gallery in Hobron’s Building under Ledyard Hall.

Mr. G. would invite particular attention to his new style of picture recently introduced, combining the artistical arrangement of light and shade so much admired in paintings, with the richness of tone and natural expression of the Daguerreotype.

Having a full size instrument which makes all the various sizes from the largest to the smallest, he is prepared to group any number on a single plate.

Landscapes, views of private residences, copies of stationary, paintings, &c. executed in an unrivaled manner.  These pictures will not be reversed.

From long experience combined with superior instruments and all the modern improvements in the art, he would respectfully solicit a share of patronage.

The public are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens. 

Advertisement was recorded seventeen times between October 31, 1849 to October 30, 1850.

1850 November 4.  New London Daily Chronicle.  (New London, Connecticut.)  November 4, 1850, Vol. III, No. 163, P. 2

The New Map of the City is in the main a very creditable work, and we really wish our citizens would manifest their favorable opinion of the labors of the compiler by taking off his hands any number of copies he may happen to have after furnishing his subscribers.  To say nothing of its convenience to every citizen, it is worth all that is asked for it as an ornament to his hall.  The border is adorned with the following engravings, and all of them accurate, and some of them very beautiful in design…all of these engravings are fac similes taken by Mr. Gay, the Daguerreotypist, and of course literal representations of the several objects.

1851 June 2.  New London Daily Chronicle.  (New London, Connecticut.)  June 2, 1851, Vol. IV, No. 32, P. 3.

Sky Light Daguerreotypes.  The Most Approved and only Correct way of Operating.  Charles H. Gay, would respectfully announce to the citizens of New London and vicinity, that his Daguerreotype Rooms are again open upon an enlarged and extended plan in the building occupied by Frink, Chew & Co., No. 46 Bank st., a few doors below the Steamboat Hotel, on the opposite side, and adjoining Lawrence’s Exchange, where he is prepared to execute all the various sizes of Daguerreotypes in an unequalled style.

Having the most spacious Sky Light in the State, arranged upon strictly scientific principles, he is prepared to execute all of the various sizes of Daguerreotypes in splendid style.

Particular attention will be paid to Grouping, Families desirous of having groups taken, and who have hitherto experienced difficulty in having perfect pictures in consequence of the contracted nature of side lights, will please notice that they can now have Groups taken of from two to Twenty persons in the most perfect manner.  Pictures of Children taken in One Second, which will insure to parents Pictures of their little ones.

Copies of Daguerreotypes, Paintings and Statuary; likewise Landscape Views, and views of private residences executed in an unrivalled manner.—Those persons having pictures taken by the old process, or poor and indifferent pictures, can have them retaken at a small expense.

Mr. G. would say, that the public will please bear in mind that no difference will be made with regard to cloudy or clear weather.  With the spacious sky light he has constructed, pictures will be made equally well in cloudy as clear weather, and in some instances better in cloudy weather.  No Picture expected to be taken unless it is perfectly satisfactory.  

No charge will be made in any instance; unless the person sitting is perfectly satisfied.

Hours of operation from 8 A. M. to 7 P. M.  46 Bank st.  Chas. H. Gay.  June 2.

1851 July 10.  The New London Weekly Chronicle.  (New London, Connecticut.)  July 10, 1851, Vol. IV, No. 12, Whole No. 167, P. 3.

Sky Light Daguerreotypes.  The Most Approved, and only Correct way of Operating.  Charles H. Gay, would respectfully announce to the citizens of New London and vicinity, that his Daguerreotype Rooms are again open upon an enlarged and extended plan in the building occupied by Frink, Chew & Co., No. 46 Bank st., a few doors below the Steamboat Hotel, on the opposite side, and adjoining Lawrence’s Exchange, where he is prepared to execute all the various Daguerreotypes in an unequalled style.

Having the most spacious Sky Light in the State, arranged upon strictly scientific principles, he is prepared to execute all of the various sizes of Daguerreotypes in splendid style.

Particular attention will be paid to Grouping, Families desirous of having groups taken, and who have hitherto experienced difficulty in having perfect pictures in consequence of the contracted nature of side lights, will please notice that they can now have Groups taken of from two to Twenty persons in the most perfect manner.  Pictures of Children taken in One Second, which will insure to parents Pictures of their little ones.

Copies of Daguerreotypes, Paintings and Statuary; likewise Landscape Views, and views of private residences executed in an unrivalled manner.—Those persons having pictures taken by the old process, or poor and indifferent pictures, can have them retaken at a small expense.

Mr. G. would say, that the public will please bear in mind that no difference will be made with regard to cloudy or clear weather.  With the spacious sky light he has constructed, pictures will be made equally well in cloudy as clear weather, and in some instances better in cloudy weather.  No Picture expected to be taken unless it is perfectly satisfactory. 

No charge will be made in any instance; unless the person sitting is perfectly satisfied.

Hours of operation from 8 A. M. to 7 P. M.  46 Bank st.  Chas. H. Gay.  June 2.

Advertisement ran from July 10, 1851 to March 31, 1853.

1852 December 2.  The New London Daily Chronicle.  (New London, Connecticut.)  December 2, 1852, Vol. V, No. 33, Whole No. 240, P. 2.

Stereoscopic of Solid Daguerreotypes.  The attention of the citizens of New London are invited to this new and beautiful discovery in Daguerreotyping.

Specimens of the style now ready for exhibition.  The public are respectfully invited to call and examine  these new are beautiful specimens of Art at Chas. H. Gay’s Daguerrean Gallery, No. 46 Bank-street.

1853 February 3.  The New London Daily Chronicle.  (New London, Connecticut.)  February 3, 1853, Vol. V, No. 42, Whole No. 249, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  The Subscriber would inform his friends and patrons in New London and vicinity that he has made such additions tohis stock as his increased patronage requires, and that his Sky Light Daguerreotypes are still unsurpassed by any in the country.  The once popular but erroneous opinion that a Picture was good in proportion to its paleness and want of shadow, has given way to the light of experience, and there are now but few so ignorant as not to be aware that in these Types of the :human face divine,” it is the shadows that give force to the expression and make them true to nature.  Any one that has ever been at all conversant with paintings of the most celebrated artists, ancient as well as modern, must have been struck with the fact that the depth and force of shadows was in proportion to the eminence of the Artist.  It is because there is no other way on a flat surface to make objects stand out.  Such an effect is produced by sky light, when skilfully managed, to a greater degree than any other.  Charles H. Gay, 46 Bank-street. New London.

Advertisement ran from February 3, 1853 to January 5, 1854.

1857 June 18.  The New London Daily Chronicle.  (New London, Connecticut.)  June 18, 1857, Vol. IX, No. 50, Whole No. 485, P. 3.

To Let.  The Daguerreotype Rooms in Brick building, No. 46 Bank Street, with spacious sky light and fixtures thereto pertaining; formerly occupied by C. H. Gay, Daguerreotypist.  Apply to Adam Frink, Office as above.  House 18, Bank St.  jne17.

1857 June 19.  New London Daily Chronicle.  (New London, Connecticut.)  June 19, 1857, Vol. X, No. 50, P. 2.

To Let.  The Daguerreotype Rooms in Brick building, No. 46 Bank Street, with spacious sky light and fixtures thereto pertaining; formerly occupied by C. H. Gay, Daguerreotypist.  Apply to Adam Frink, Office as above.  House 18, Bank St.  jne17.

Gaige, George Preserved

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1854-1856       369 Broadway, New York, New York.

1854 August.  The Photographic And Fine Art Journal.  (New York, New York.)  August 1854 Vol. 7, No. 8, P. 256.

Mr. Gaige has opened an elegant suite of photographic rooms at 369 Broadway N. Y.  This young artist is a regular graduate of the Daguerrean College, which has been for years under the Presidency of M. B. Brady, Esq., we all know has retained constantly the most skillful and learned professors in the art, and to say this, is to say sufficient to give confidence in his skill and taste as an artist; but we can say more; we have been personally acquainted with Mr. Gaige for some years, and we do him not more than justice in saying that as a gentleman and a daguerrean artist we place him in the front rank, and we are very much mistaken if, before the end of the year, he does not become captain.  He certainly is an artist of high promise, and we sincerely trust that his present enterprise may be as successful and permanent as his most sanguine expectations could desire.

1855 June 20.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  June 20, 1855, Whole No. 6872, P. 11.

To Daguerreotypist.—Wanted.—A Competent person who understands the above business in all its branches will hear of a permanent situation by applying to P. Gaige, 369 Broadway.

1855 July 27.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  July 27, 1855, Whole No. 6908, P. 5.

A Rare Chance—For Sale, The Well Known and long established photograph and daguerreotype establishment. No. 369 Broadway, next door to Taylor’s saloon.  This gallery, including all the specimens, fixtures, &c. is now offered for sale; is doing a good business, and is one of the best stands on Broadway.  For further particulars inquire of P. Gaige, 369 Broadway.

Advertisement ran from July 27 to 31, 1855.

1855 August 15.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  August 15, 1855, Whole No. 6927, P. 5.

Daguerreotypes, Photographs and Stereoscopes.—Marcus A. O’Brien, so long and favorably known as principal operator in one of the oldest galleries in the city, would respectfully inform his friends and the public that he has taken the first class establishment known as Gaige’s International Daguerrean Gallery, 369 Broadway, first door above Taylor’s saloon.  Photographs, from cabinet to life size, taken less than at any other establishment in the city.  Daguerreotypes, photographs and stereoscopes taken in all kinds of weather.

1855 September 17.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 17, 1855, Whole No. 6960, P. 7.

For Sale—The Long Established Daguerreotype and photographic gallery, 369 Broadway.  This is a rare chance for anyone wishing to engage in the above businesses, as it is one of the best locations in the city, being next door to Taylor’s saloon.  Inquire of P. Gaige, 369 Broadway.

Advertisement was recorded on September 17 & 25, 1855

1856 January 1.  Photographic and fine Arts Journal.  (New York, New York.)  January 1, 1856, Vol. IX, No. 1, P. 19.

In an article entitled the Photographic Galleries of America.  Number One, New York. The author visited 69 Galleries in New York City.

Gaige—Another artist, another excellent gallery. The ambrotypes are fair, but susceptible of improvement. We were much pleased with the daguerreotypes. The photographs lack depth of tone.

1856 April 11.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 11, 1856, Whole No. 7165, P. 7.

For Sale.—The Well Known Daguerrean gallery, 369 Broadway.  This is a rare chance for any one wishing to engage in the above business, as it is one of the best locations in the city.  Inquire of P. Gaige, 369 Broadway, next door to Taylor’s saloon.

1856 September 19.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  September 19, 1856, Whole No. 7325, P. 2.

List Of Letters remaining in the New York City Post Office.  Friday Sept. 19, 1856.

P. Gaige.

1856 November 1.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 1, 1856, Whole No. 7368, P. 6.

If Henry C. Hamilton Is In This City, He Will confer a favor by calling on P. Gaige, daguerreotypist, 369 Broadway.

Ford, Frank

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

1856-1861       Seymour’s Block, North Side of the Square, Ravenna, Ohio.

1861-1863       Main Street, one door East of the Ravenna Book Store, Ravenna, Ohio.

1863                Opposite the Democratic Office, Ravenna, Ohio.

1863-1867       Poe’s New Block, Ravenna, Ohio.

1856 November 13.  The Weekly Portage Sentinel.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  November 13, 1856, New Series Vol. 3, No. 14, Whole No. 792, P. 3.

New Ambrotype and Photograph Rooms.  F. Ford, Artist, has purchased the Ambrotype Rooms in Seymour’s Block, and is now ready to take [any] style of likenesses ever made in this country, embracing Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, Shpereotypes and Ambrographs.  Having had longer experience in the business than any operator in town, and as good instruments and chemicals, and by close application to his business, with a thorough knowledge of all the improvements of the art, he is confident of giving entire satisfaction to all who may favor him with their patronage.

Mr. F. would cordially invite all to call at his rooms and examine his large collection of specimens, whether wishing likenesses or not, and be convinced that it is the place to get them when wanted.

Particular attention paid to taking pictures of Children.  All pictures put up in the most approved style, and backed up with the same material used by North, Ryder and Mrs. Short of Cleveland, and all first-class artists, viz: Black Varnish that will not crack. Instead of cheap cotton velvet.

Don’t forget the place, Seymour’s Block, opposite the Court House.  Ravenna, Nov. 13, 1856.

Advertisement ran from November 13, 1856 to May 28, 1857.

1856 December 18.  The Weekly Portage Sentinel.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  December 18, 1856, New Series Vol. 3, No. 19, Whole No. 797, P. 3.

The Place For Pictures.—“Secure the shadow ere the substance fades,” is an old adage and a good one.  It is not only a pleasant privilege, but in one sense, it is a sacred duty to secure the portraits or likenesses of those we love.  Time, chance and change are continually at work, separating friends, breaking up homes and severing kindred ties.  The shadow is never the reality, but a beautiful picture of a friend, when he is gone, calls up a thousand pleasant memories.  There was a time, when it required almost a fortune to obtain a likeness, now they can be secured, done with unsurpassed accuracy and beauty, almost for the asking.

We called the other day, at the Daguerrean Rooms of Frank Ford, in Seymour’s block.  His collection is admirable and the specimens of his own work exhibit superior skill and a perfect knowledge of the Art.—Go and look at his pictures.  You will be sure to get one for yourself.

1857 June 4.  The Weekly Portage Sentinel.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  June 4, 1857, New Series Vol. 3, No. 43, Whole No. 621, P. 3.

Ford’s Gallery Of Art.—We invite the attention of our readers to the advertisement of Frank Ford, in another column.—The pictures taken by Mr. F. are remarkable for their life-like appearance, the process by which he takes them enabling him to give the natural color of the hair, eyes, complexion and dress.  We recommend those in quest of a good picture to call and examine his specimens.

1857 June 4.  The Weekly Portage Sentinel.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  June 4, 1857, New Series Vol. 3, No. 43, Whole No. 621, P. 2.

Ambrotypes, Photographs And Daguerreotypes.  F. Ford, Artist, would take this method to return his most sincere thanks to his numerous friends and patrons for their very liberal patronage, and would say that he has recently re-fitted and arranged his rooms in the most extensive and convenient style, making it one of the most pleasantest and best arranged galleries in Northern Ohio, and having secured all the latest improvements pertaining to the Photographic Art, he is better than ever prepared to furnish the people of Portage county with the best of every style of likeness known to the art.

Photographs Of all sizes, from the common Daguerreotype size to life size, taken from common Ambrotypes or Daguerreotypes, and colored in oil or water colors.

Ambrotypes.  Nothing need be said in regard to Ford’s common size Ambrotypes, as his large increase of custom shows that they are duly appreciated by the lovers of the Fine Arts.

But having purchased a new instrument and apparatus of the largest size—being four times as large as any other instrument in the county—he is enabled to make Ambrotypes and Photographs, cabinet size from small Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypes, which for depth of tone, beauty of finish and durability can not be equaled by any other process.

The instrument being new and patented, Ford has secured the extensive patent right for this county.—Therefore having no competition in magnified Ambrotypes, he will furnish them to all for a small consideration—not more than has been usually charged for likenesses one fourth the size.

Daguerreotypes.  The chemicals and apparatus in this department are always kept in working order, and all who prefer this style of likeness, can have them on the shortest notice.

Something New:  Pictures On Patent Leather.  Just the thing to send by mail—acknowledged by all to be the best thing for that purpose known.  Call and get a dozen for your friends. 

Finally, if you want a first best likeness of any size or description, call at Ford’s Rooms, and examine his large collection of specimens, and learn his prices before securing them elsewhere, and you will be convinced that it is the place to “Secure the shadow ere the substance fades.”

Rooms in Seymour’s Block, north side of Public Square.  [Ravenna, June 4, 1857.

Advertisement ran from June 4 to  December 17, 1857.

1857 October 15  The Weekly Portage Sentinel.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  October 15, 1857, New Series Vol. 4, No. 10, Whole No. 641, P. 3.

List of Premiums Awarded at the Twelfth Annual Fair of the Portage County Agricultural Society, held at the Fair Grounds in Ravenna, on the 28th, 29th, and 30th of September, 1857…

Class 17—On Miscellaneous Manufactured Articles…

Frank Ford, best show of daguerreotypes, ambrotypes and plain photographs, for each a Diploma.

L. V. Staffer & Co., best show of colored photographs, Diploma.

1857 December 24.  The Weekly Portage Sentinel.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  December 24, 1857, New Series Vol. 4, No. 19, Whole No. 650, P. 3.

Pictures.—Don’t forget, in purchasing your Christmas and New Year’s gifts, to go to Ford’s Gallery of Art and get a likeness for your friend.  There is nothing more appropriate, and nothing will be more valued by your friend than a correct likeness of yourself, put up in the highest style of the art.  The place to get it is at Ford’s.—He has a lot of fancy cases on hand.

Advertisement ran on December 24 & 31, 1857

1857 December 31.  The Weekly Portage Sentinel.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  December 31, 1857, New Series Vol. 4, No. 20, Whole No. 561, P. 2.

Get Your Ambrotypes, and Photographs at Ford’s Gallery of Art.  They are made there in a style that few can equal and none can exceed.  First Premium awarded at the county fair in competition with the other artists of this place.  December 24.

Advertisement ran from December 31, 1857 to June 17, 1858.

1858 August 19.  The Weekly Portage Sentinel.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  August 19, 1858, New Series Vol. 5, No. 1, Whole No. 540, P. 3.

Ford’s Gallery Of Art, Frank Ford Artist, Would take this opportunity to return his sincere thanks to the people of Portage county and vicinity for their very liberal patronage, during the time he has been in Ravenna.

His large increase of business is the strongest evidence to him that his efforts to produce the best pictures known to the Photographic Art, are duly appreciated.  And at the same time he would state hat he has recently put in a New Light, making it the largest and best light in this section of the country, and has also purchased a large and superior Instrument! Of Late And Improved Manufacture, being the best ever used in this place.  He will assure all that no pains or expense will be spared to keep pace with every real improvement, so that he may not only merit a continuance, but an increase of patronage.

Ford’s Ambrotypes.  Having practiced this branch of the art ever since its first introduction into Ohio, three years ago, he is confident that the manner in which he finishes his Ambrotypes, for durability, brilliancy and truthfulness, none can excel.

Ford’s Photographs.  Portraits and Views, both large and small, are acknowledged by all artists and judges to be equal to any made in the Union.

Ford’s Melainotypes are just the thing for Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c.  They are made on thin sheet iron, and can be sent by mail without injury.

Ford’s Daguerreotypes.  Any one in want of one of those old fashioned Daguerreotypes can obtain one at Ford’s, which will be as enduring as time.

Ford’s Stereoscope Portraits are admired by all who see them, and pronounced ahead of anything yet.

Ford’s Copies of Old Daguerreotypes And Ambrotypes, of any size, from the smallest miniature to life size, and finished in India ink, Oil or Water Colors, are as good as portraits from life.

Portraits of Invalids and Deceased Persons and Views, taken in any part of the country, on short notice.

Bring on those little ones ere the bud is nipped.

Every style of Photographic picture which the art can produce, that is made by any artist who takes his reputation upon his work, will be done at Ford’s in the best possible manner to insure Durability, beauty of finish, and truthfulness of expression.

Prices as low as at any Gallery where good work is done; but he will not attempt to compete in that respect with irresponsible traveling concerns, who are obliged to sell their work for a mere pittance, on account of its inferiority.

Gallery in Seymour Block, North side of the Square, Ravenna, O.  Aug. 19, 1858.

Advertisement ran from August 19, 1858 to May 26, 1859.

1858 August 26.  The Weekly Portage Sentinel.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  August 26, 1858, New Series Vol. 5, No. 2, Whole No. 541, P. 3.

Pictures.—Those of our readers who may feel inclined to have pictures—either photographs, ambrotypes or daguerreotypes—of themselves or friends taken by an experienced artist, would do well to call at the rooms of Frank Ford, in Seymour’s Block.  Mr. F. stands at the head of his profession, and those who patronize him are sure of getting an equivalent for the money invested.  There is no mistake about this; if there is, we can be set down as a false prophet.—See advertisement in another column.

1858 September 30.  The Weekly Portage Sentinel.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  September 30, 1858, New Series Vol. 5, No. 7, Whole No. 546, P. 3.

Agricultural.  At the Thirteen Annual Fair held in Ravenna, by the Portage County Agricultural Society, on the 20th, 21st, 22d of September, 1858, the following premiums were awarded!…

Class 28.—Pictures. 

Frank Ford, Ravenna, best Photographs, Ambrotypes, and Daguerreotypes a Diploma…

The Committee report an oil painting and tinsel painting of Miss Lucy Baldwin’s, as being very fine, and recommend to the public notice the Stereoscopes, Photographs &c. of Mr. Frank Ford, of Ravenna.

1859 March 30.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  March 30, 1859, Vol. VI, No. 1, Whole No. 261, P. 3.

Ford’s Gallery of Art.  Frank Ford, Artist, Would take this opportunity to return his sincere thanks to the people of Portage County and vicinity for their liberal patronage, during the time he has been in Ravenna.

His large increase of business is the strongest evidence to him that his efforts to produce the best Pictures known to the Photographic Art, are duly appreciated.  And at the same time he would state that he has recently put in a New Light!  Making it the largest and best arranged Light in this section of the country: and has also purchased a large and superior Instrument, Of Late and Improved Manufacture, being the best ever used in this place.  He will assure all that no pains or expense will be spared to keep pace with every Real Improvement, so that he may not only merit continuance, but an increase of patronage.

Ford’s Ambrotypes.  Having practiced this branch of the art ever since its First Introduction Into Ohio, Three Years Ago, he is confident that the manner in which he finishes his Ambrotypes, for durability.  Brilliancy, and truthfulness, non can excel.

Ford’s Photographs, Portraits and Views both large and small are acknowledged by all artists and judges to be equal to any made in the Union.

Ford’s Melainotypes.  Are just the thing for Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c.  They are made on thin sheet iron, and can be sent by mail without injury.

Ford’s Daguerreotypes.  Any one in want of one of those Old Fashioned Daguerreotypes, can obtain one at Ford’s which will be as enduring as Time.

Ford’s Stereoscopic Portraits. Are admired by all who see them, and pronounced ahead of anything yet.

Ford’s Copies of Old Daguerreotypes Or Ambrotypes, of any size, from the smallest miniature to life size, and finished in India ink, Oil, or Water Colors, are as good as portraits from life.

Portraits of Invalids and Deceased Persons, and Views, taken in any part of the country, on short notice.

Bring on those little ones ere the bud is nipper.

Every style of Photographic picture which the art can produce, that is made by any artist who stakes his reputation upon his work, will be done at Ford’s in the best possible manner to insure Durability, beauty of finish, and truthfulness of expression.

Prices as low as at any Gallery where good work is done: but he will not attempt to compete in that respect with irresponsible concerns, traveling who aren’t obliged to sell their work for a mere pittance, on account of its inferiority.  Gallery in Seymour’s Block, North side of the Square, Ravenna, O.  Aug. 11.  [1858]

Advertisement ran from March 30 to May 18, 1859

1859 May 4.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  May 4, 1859, Vol. VI, No. 6, Whole No. 266, P. 3.

A Very Fine Picture—At the room of Frank Ford may be seen a life size colored photograph of Mr. Abram Olmstead, late of Roots own.  This picture was copied from a small size Ambrotype, and is remarkable for its truthful and natural expression.  The painting which is admirable was done by Mr. John H. Bostwick.  Mr. Ford is getting up a number of Pictures of this kind.  The value of such a portrait of a deceased friend can hardly be estimated.  Mr. Ford’s rooms are open to visitors daily.

1859 May 25.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  May 25, 1859, Vol. VI, No. 9, Whole No. 269, P. 3.

The throng that visit (and have their likenesses taken at) Ford’s Photographic Gallery of Art, daily pronounce his work superior to any in the county, and none go away dissatisfied in regard to his prices, which are lower according to quality of work than at any other place.  Call and see those splendid Photographs in Oil.

1859 June 1.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  June 1, 1859, Vol. VI, No. 10, Whole No. 270, P. 3.

Ford’s facilities for making every style of Photographic picture are superior to any in the county, and the people of Portage will find it to their interest to get their work done by him instead of patronizing irresponsible travelling concerns, who have few or no facilities for doing good work.  Prices satisfactory to all.

1859 August 17.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  August 17, 1859, Vol. VI, No. 21, Whole No. 281, P. 3.

Ford’s Ambrotype Rooms.—One of the greatest blessings of this age, is the delightful perfection to which the art of Picture taking’ has been carried.—The people of Portage county, are particularly fortunate in having among them so competent an artist as Frank Ford, of Ravenna.  His rooms are almost continually thronged, and yet he never wearies in taking good pictures

He is now introducing a new style of India Ink Picture, that is becoming as popular as it is valuable.  There is no style of picture that ford does not make, and the careful reading of his advertisement as they appear in the Democrat, and visits to his rooms will convince all parties of this fact, and these are the days to get pictures taken, for the work is of the best kind, and the prices down to the lowest figure.

1859 August 17.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  August 17, 1859, Vol. VI, No. 21, Whole No. 281, P. 3.

Ambrotypes at Reduced Prices.  50 Cts.  Fifty Cents will buy one of Ford’s Superb Ambrotypes, put in case. 

Twelve Reasons Why you should get your Ambrotypes and Photographs At. Ford’s.

1st.      He has large, cool, pleasant Rooms, the walls of which are completely covered with a great variety of splendid Pictures; a fine collection of Stereoscopic Pictures.  he will always be courteous and obliging to those who visit his Rooms—all of which will tend to make people pleasant and give a happy expression to their phiz.

2d.       He has the best Apparatus in the County.

3d.       He has the best arranged Side and Sky-lights, giving just the right blending and shade, without which no Picture can be made life-like.

4th.      He compounds his own Chemicals, therefore knows they are what they should be.

5th.      His work is acknowledged by all to be superior to any in this section of the country.

6th.      He puts up Ambrotypes cheaper, according to quality, than any one else in Portage County.

7th.      His photographs, Large or Small. Plain, or in Oil or in Water Colors, are not excelled in the world.

8th.      He makes every desirable variety of Photographic Picture known to the Art.

9th.      He copies old faded Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypes to any size—from the smallest Miniature to Cabinet and Life-Size—and finishes them in India Ink, Oil, or Water Colors, equal to Portraits from Life.

10th.    He almost always gets a good Likeness the first trial, so that the patience of those sitting will not be wearied by useless guess work and blunders, too common among a certain class of Picture Makers.

11th.    He seldom fails to get good Likenesses of small children.

12th.    You can always depend upon getting cheaper more durable, more life-like, better finished Ambrotypes or Photographs, than at any other place in Portage Co., at Frank Ford’s Photographic Gallery Of Art, Seymour’s Building, Ravenna, O. August 17, 1859.

Advertisement ran from August 17 to December 28, 1859.

1859 September 21.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  September 21, 1859, Vol. VI, No. 26, Whole No. 286, P. 3.

Agricultural Fair at Burton.  From our Special Reporter.  September is the month of Fairs, although in consideration of the frosts &c. the farmers hardly esteem it a fair month.  The members of the Geauga County Agricultural Fair…

The West end of the main part of the building is two stories high, and in this ‘the people delighted to dwell.’  There is one room in the upper story, and that was devoted more especially to the Fine Arts.  The side of the room were adorned by a large collection of Photographs and Ambrotypes, principally from Frank Ford’s Gallery of Art, of Ravenna.  The latter were some of Ford’s best, and as a matter of course, took the first premium.  It is a kind of a way he has!

1859 September 28.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  September 28, 1859, Vol. VI, No. 27, Whole No. 287, P. 3.

Fourteenth Annual Fair of the Portage County Agricultural Society…The art department contained a large number of specimens of Photographs, plain, in crayon and oil.  Ambrotypes &c.  from the gallery of the Ravenna artist, Frank Ford…  **The Art Committee did not issue a report.

1859 October 7.  The Jeffersonian Democrat.  (Chardon, Ohio.)  October 7, 1859, Vol. X, No. 40, Whole No. 508, P. 1.

List of Premiums Awarded by the Geauga Co. Agricultural Society at their Annual Fair for 1859….

            Best show of sphereotypes, T. Shaw                          Dip.

            Best show of daguerreotypes F. Ford                         Dip.

1859 October 12.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  October 12, 1859, Vol. VI, No. 29, Whole No. 289, P. 3.

We Live By Exchange.—At Ford’s Photographic Gallery of Art you can get any amount of Ambrotypes and Photographs, in exchange for Good Wood!

1859 November 23.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  November 23, 1859, Vol. VI, No. 35, Whole No. 295, P. 3.

Pictures!  Pictures!!  Pictures!!!—The Holidays are coming, and what present can be more prized by Friends, Relatives or Lovers, than one of Ford’s Superb Ambrotypes or Photographs, “Time flies swiftly.’ 

Don’t wait, but call without delay at Frank Ford’s Photographic Gallery of Art, and get from one to a dozen likenesses for your friends.

Tell your neighbor!  Tell Everybody!!  That until after the Holidays they can get a good likeness in a case, or a Melainotype to send by mail for 25 cts.

Don’t all come at once, but we can wait on from 297 to 379 every day; and the pictures are warranted to be as good as any ever made in Portage county, except Photographs.   Nov23.

Advertisement ran from November 23 to December 7, 1859.

1859 November 23.  The Weekly Portage Sentinel.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  November 23, 1859, New Series Vol. 6, No. 13, Whole No. 607, P. 3.

Pictures!  Pictures!!  Pictures!!!  The Holidays Are Coming, and what present can be more prized by friends, relatives or lovers, than one of Ford’s Superb Ambrotypes or Photographs! 

Time flies swiftly!  Don’t wait, but call without delay at Frank Ford’s Photographic Gallery of Art, and get from one to a dozen likenesses for your friends.

Tell your neighbor!  tell everybody!!  that until after the Holidays they can get a good likeness in a case, or a Melainotype to send by mail for 25 Cents.

Don’t all come at once, but we can wait on from 297 to 379 every day; and the pictures are warranted to be as good as any ever manufactured in Portage county, except Photographs.     Ravenna, November 23, 1859.

Advertisement ran from November 23 to December 21, 1859.

1860 January 4.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  January 4, 1860, Old Series—Vol. 31, No. 6, Whole No. 1566, New Series–Vol. VI, No. 41, Whole No. 301, P. 4.

Ambrotypes at Reduce Prices.  50 Cts.  50 Cts.  Fifty Cents will buy one of Frank Ford’s Superb Ambrotypes, put in case.

Advertisement was recorded on January 4 & 11, 1860. 

1860 January 18.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  January 18, 1860, Old Series—Vol. 31, No. 8, Whole No. 1568, New Series–Vol. VI, No. 43, Whole No. 303, P. 3.

Frank Ford’s Advertisement—will the reader look at it?  Mr. Ford ranks with the best Artists in the Country; and certainly achieves great success in taking pictures.  His rooms are pleasant and inviting; and no man strives more faithfully to please his customers than Frank Ford the Artist.

1860 January 18.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  January 18, 1860, Old Series—Vol. 31, No. 8, Whole No. 1568, New Series–Vol. VI, No. 43, Whole No. 303, P. 2.

1860  1860  The World Yet Moves!  Important Events Continue To Occur!!  And will to the End of Time!!!  Peace Reigns In Europe!  The Spaniards have Vanquished their Foes in Africa!!

The Union Is Preserved and Ford, the Artist, Still lives to proclaim to the people of Portage Co. and mankind in general, that he continues to make true representations of the features, with such expression as to embody character, of those who ae fortunate in going to his Gallery for their Photographs, Ambrotypes, &c. 

Grateful to an appreciating multitude of friends and patrons, for their favors during the past three years, he would say to all, that no effort will be spared to make the Best Likenesses Of Every Description For The Smallest Amount Of Money; His policy being to give the benefit of his large increase of patronage to his patrons.

Prices For Ambrotypes As Low, At All Times, As At Any Traveling Or Stationary Rooms.

Ford’s Photographs, (By the way the best style of Pictures made,) are not surpassed in the world, and are sold at prices, that will please every one.  The Negatives from which they are made are preserved, and Duplicates can be made at any time.

Have you old fading Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypes of deceased or absent friends?  Take them to Ford and he will make a Photograph, and finish it in India Ink, true to life, and will be as permanent as time.  Or, if desired, he will make a Photograph Life or Cabinet Size, and finish it in Oil or Water Colors.

Let It Be Distinctly Understood, that Pictures of Small Children will not be made for less than 50 Cents, and that they must be brought in before 2 o’clock P. M., in fair weather.

“Nota Bena.”—Every kind of Produce, Wood, etc., etc., taken in exchange for Pictures.

No person hereafter can have a Picture until paid for.

Remember The Place To Get The Best Work For The Money, Is At Frank Ford’s Photographic Gallery of Art, Seymour’s Building, Ravenna, O.

Advertisement was recorded from January 18 to March 21, 1860.

1861 May 15.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  May 15, 1861, Old Series—Vol. 32, No. 25, Whole No. 1637, New Series–Vol. VIII, No. 8, Whole No. 372, P. 3.

Notice.  Having disposed of my Rooms to Henry T. Gatchell, I would recommend him to my former friends and patrons of Portage County.  Those wishing to have pictures made, would do well to call.  Frank Ford.

1862 July 30.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  July 30, 1862, Old Series—Vol. 33, No. 35, Whole No. 1637, New Series–Vol. IX, No. 18, Whole No. 435, P. 3.

Frank Ford, at his Daguerrean Rooms, One door East of the Ravenna Book Store, Main st., will furnish gratis every new Volunteer in Portage County for the 104th Regiment or for filling up the old Regiment under the late call of the President a photographic likeness, if each will call at his rooms and sit for the same.

1862 October 8.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  October 8, 1862, Old Series—Vol. 33, No. 46, New Series–Vol. IX, No. 28, Whole No. 445, P. 3.

The County Fair.  The Seventeenth Annual Fair of the Portage County Agricultural Society took place last week upon Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday…Frank Ford, Photographs.

1862 October 15.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  October 15, 1862, Old Series—Vol. 33, No. 47, New Series–Vol. IX, No. 29, Whole No. 446, P. 3.

The Garrettsville Fair.  If success be the criterion of merit, as some theorists aver, then the success of the Highland Union Agricultural association indicates the highest order of merit.

The third fair of the Society, held last week upon Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, at their Fair Grounds at Garrettsville astonished every body, and gratified as much as it surprised…

Frank Ford, of Ravenna, added very much indeed to the interest of this feature of the exhibition with his large collection of photographs, Cartes de Visites, &c.  Visitors lingered about Ford’s little photograph gallery, never wearied with looking…

1862 November 5.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  November 5, 1862, Old Series—Vol. 33, No. 50, New Series–Vol. IX, No. 33, Whole No. 449, P. 2.

List of Premiums Awarded by the Highland Union Agricultural Association, October, 1862…

Discretionary List…

Photographic Albums, diploma, Frank Ford, Ravenna.

1862 November 12.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  November 12, 1862, Old Series—Vol. 33, No. 51, New Series–Vol. IX, No. 34, Whole No. 450, P. 2.

List of Premiums Awarded by the Highland Union Agricultural Association, October, 1862.  (Continued.)  By some mistake, the Premiums awarded on Fine Arts, Ornamental Work, &c., were omitted in last week’ published list.  Please publish them…

Best plain photographs, Frank Ford, Ravenna………Diploma.

Best card photographs, Frank Ford, Ravenna……….Diploma.

Best India Ink, same…………………………………Diploma.

1862 December 10.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  December 10, 1862, Old Series—Vol. 34, No. 3, New Series–Vol. IX, No. 38, Whole No. 454, P. 2.

Preserve Your Card Photographs.  At Frank Ford’s, First door east of Ravenna Book Store, Sigh of the Big Camera.  You will find a splendid assortment of Photographic Albums, superior to anything ever before brought to town, ranging in price from $1 to $10.

There is nothing more suitable for a Christmas or New Year’s Gift than one of them.

Call and see them.

Advertisement ran from December 10 to 24, 1862.

1862 December 10.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  December 10, 1862, Old Series—Vol. 34, No. 3, New Series–Vol. IX, No. 38, Whole No. 454, P. 3.

If you have an old, fading Ambrotype or Daguerreotype of a deceased friend or relative, take it to Ford’s, and he will make a photograph true to life and such as will endure for all time.  Ford finishes Photographic Pictures in India Ink, making a superb picture.  We saw a beautiful one of this style of finish last Monday.  Call on Ford, and see this style of pictures.

1863 May 6.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  May 6, 1863, Old Series—Vol. 34, No. 24, New Series–Vol. X, No. 7, Whole No. 475, P. 3.

Ford Has Moved his Photograph Rooms across the S\street, opposite the Democrat office.  He will there serve his old customers, as usual.

A fine stock of Albums just received.

1863 November 25.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  November 25, 1863, Old Series—Vol. 35, No. 1, New Series–Vol. X, No. 36, Whole No. 504, P. 3.

Frank Ford is removing to his new Photograph Room, in Poe’s new block, and on Friday this week, will be in readiness to greethis friends and patrons in his pleasant headquarters.  This room was constructed expressly for him, and is superior to most operating rooms in the country—he has the best of light, and the most ample facilities for taking pictures.  His success as an artist will be greatly augmented by his new advantages, and his establishment will be more popular than ever.

1863 December 16.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  December 16, 1863, Old Series—Vol. 35, No. 4, New Series–Vol. X, No. 39, Whole No. 507, P. 1.

Enrollment List Of Residents of Portage County, as returned to the provost Marshal of the 19th District, and copied from the Rolls on file in his Office.  Ravenna Class L…

Ford, Frank.

1864 February 3.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  February 3, 1864, Old Series—Vol. 35, No. 11, New Series–Vol. X, No. 46, Whole No. 514, P. 3.

Ford’s New Gallery—Allusion has been before made in these columns to Frank Ford’s New Photograph Gallery in Poe’s Block, and again mention is made thereof, for the purpose of saying that in this most valuable and delicate art Ford works with an enthusiasm and success that puts him in the front ranks of the Photographers of the country.—His Gallery is filled with samples of his excellent work—and there is no style of pictures he does not execute with appropriate grace and elegance.  The reader is referred to another column to find what Ford has to say for himself, on this picture-esque subject.

1864 February 3.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  February 3, 1864, Old Series—Vol. 35, No. 11, New Series–Vol. X, No. 46, Whole No. 514, P. 3.

Frank Ford’s Photograph Gallery, In Poe’s New Brick Building.  I take this opportunity to express my heartfelt thanks to my numerous friends and patrons for their very liberal and generous patronage for the past year.  Although not having been favorably situated, and not having asked by way of advertisement any one to come to my Rooms, for Pictures, the amount of work I have done is unprecedented in the history of Picture making in Portage County—a compliment which I assure my patrons is highly appreciated.

My present Rooms having been built expressly for use and under my own supervision, aided by thirteen years’ experience in the Photograph Business, I flatter myself that my arrangement of light, &c., are not surpassed in the country.

And having a number of competent assistants, I am better prepared than ever to do first class work with despatch.  I would therefore invite all wishing Photographs to give me a call, and especially those little children, of whom I seldom fail to get a good likeness as thousands will attest.

Particular attention paid to making Enlarged Photographs from old Daguerreotypes and Ambrotypes, and finishing them in India Ink.  Having made many from Pictures badly defaced and have given universal satisfaction.

No Photograph can be more durable than one finished in India Ink, assertions to the contrary notwithstanding, as it is one of the most permanent paints known.

Always on hand and for sale, a well selected stock pf Photograph Albums, Frames, and Cases of many desirable patterns, and all other articles usually sold in such establishments.

I am aware that it is difficult to suit the notions of some in what constitutes a good Photograph Portrait.—But it will be my endeavor to make Portraits which judges will pronounce first class, combining good positions with the proper amount of light and shade, to give the best possible expression, without which a photograph is useless.

Prices uniform and Reasonable, For all kinds of work.

If you would secure the Best Photographs, Large or Small, call on Frank Ford.

Advertisement ran from February 3 to November 16, 1864.

1864 September 21.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  September 21, 1864, Old Series—Vol. 35, No. 44, New Series–Vol. XI, No. 27, Whole No. 547, P. 3.

Just received and for sale at Ford’s Photograph Gallery, the best stock of Albums ever brought to Ravenna, selected by Mr. Ford at the manufactories in Massachusetts, which will be sold at very low prices for the times.  Call and look at them before purchasing.

1864 October 12.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  October 12, 1864, Old Series—Vol. 35, No. 47, New Series–Vol. XI, No. 30, Whole No. 550, P. 3.

Hezekiah M. Ford’s Estate.  Notice is hereby given, that the undersigned has been appointed and qualified as Administrator of the estate of Hezekiah Ford, late of Portage County, deceased.  Frank Ford.

Advertisement ran from October 12 to 26, 1864.

1864 October 12.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  October 12, 1864, Old Series—Vol. 35, No. 47, New Series–Vol. XI, No. 30, Whole No. 550, P. 3.

Notice.  All persons indebted to the firm of Ford Brothers, Photographers, are requested to call and settle, as it necessary that the accounts should be settled immediately.  Frank Ford.

Advertisement ran from October 12 to 26, 1864.

1864 November 23.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  November 23, 1864, Old Series—Vol. 36, No. 1, New Series–Vol. XI, No. 36, Whole No. 556, P. 2.

Frank Ford’s Photographic Art Gallery, Poe’s Block, Ravenna, Ohio.  Thankful to an appreciating public for their very liberal patronage in times past, we will endeavor in the future to merit a continuance of the same.

By being courteous and obliging to our customers.

By making the best, and most durable work known to the art.  Our Photographs do not fade or turn yellow in a few week time.

By taking especial pains to secure Card Photographs or other pictures of children.

By having a superior light and new combinations of chemicals known only to ourselves, we can make negatives of children in less time than heretofore known to the art.

By not turning you off with your little ones after securing negatives of the rest of the family, as others are in a habit of doing.

By expecting the custom of the balance of the family, when the children are brought to us.

By Preserving all our negatives, which now number many thousand, and filling orders promptly from every part of the Union and as much of Rebeldom as our gallant soldiers have conquered.

By keeping the best stock of Photograph frames, and selling them for less money than they can be bought elsewhere.

By making the Album trade a specialty.  Our stock is the best in town and prices the lowest.  Look at them before purchasing.

By making it the interest of the people of Portage County and distant cities to call on us for anything in our line, before purchasing elsewhere.

Advertisement ran from November 23, 1864 to January 18, 1865.

1864 November 30.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  November 30, 1864, Old Series—Vol. 36, No. 2, New Series–Vol. XI, No. 37, Whole No. 557, P. 4.

Gems!  Gems!!  Gems!!!  Seem to be in demand just now, and to supply that demand, Frank Ford has procured the very best apparatus for making those beautiful little pictures, ever made, and with it the exclusive right to use the Gem Camera in Portage County.  Don’t all go at once for Gems, because he can’t make 3000 per day, but can make as many as any live man, and all will be supplied in due time.

1864 December 14.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  December 14, 1864, Old Series—Vol. 36, No. 4, New Series–Vol. XI, No. 39, Whole No. 559, P. 3.

Frank Ford, the Artist in Poe’s Block, Ravenna has been producing a number of enlarged photographs of rare excellence and perfection.  One was shown us a day or two ago of the late Mrs. Bateman, made from a small card Photograph, which is a gem of perfection, and most convincing proof of Ford’s skill in this branch of the art.  We also saw a fine picture of the late Gen. King, and pictures of others, reproduced from the small pictures, all which show the wonderful power of art when developed by the skilful and accomplished artists.  The first picture alluded to may be seen at Ford’s Gallery, and any who, desire to procure a pine picture as a memento of a deceased friend, will find upon inspection of his work that Ford can gratify their utmost wishes in this respect. 

1864 December 21.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  December 21, 1864, Old Series—Vol. 36, No. 5, New Series–Vol. XI, No. 30, Whole No. 560, P. 3.

Ford has just received a superb lot of Photographic Albums, for Christmas.  A great chance for bargains, as they must be sold this week to make room for others to arrive next week for New Years.  Call and examine before purchasing elsewhere.  His rooms will be open evenings during the Holidays.

1865 January 18.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  January 18, 1865, Old Series—Vol. 36, No. 9, New Series–Vol. XI, No. 44, Whole No. 564, P. 2.

Special Income Tax.  Five per cent on Income of 1863.List of Portage Co. Income Tax Payers…

Ravenna…

Ford, Frank…..30.65

1865 February 1.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  February 1, 1865, Old Series—Vol. 36, No. 11, New Series–Vol. XI, No. 46, Whole No. 566, P. 2.

Frank Ford, Photographer.  Poe’s New Block, Ravenna, Ohio.  Every style of picture known to the art, executed in the best possible manner, with prompiness.  Prices as low as elsewhere.

Advertisement ran from February 1 to July 12, 1865.

1865 February 1.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  February 1, 1865, Old Series—Vol. 36, No. 11, New Series–Vol. XI, No. 46, Whole No. 566, P. 3.

Ford the Artist, is bound to keep pace with all improvements in the Photograph business—He is now at great expense making preparation to introduce a new and beautiful style of picture, which is becoming very popular in the Eastern cities.  He will be ready to exhibit specimens, and furnish the picture loving public with perfect Gems of Art, next week.

1865 February 8.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  February 8, 1865, Old Series—Vol. 36, No. 12, New Series–Vol. XI, No. 47, Whole No. 567, P. 2.

$25.00 Reward  $25.00.  Stolen from the subscriber Jan. 31st. a Rat Terrier dog, he is mouse color and tan, a white spot on his breast. Has two claws on one of his hind legs, and answers to the name Tell.  $5.00 will be paid for the dog, and $20.00 for the thief on convection.  Frank Ford, Ravenna, Ohio.

Advertisement ran from February 8 to 15, 1865.

1865 March 1.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  March 1, 1865, Old Series—Vol. 36, No. 15, New Series–Vol. XI, No. 70, Whole No. 570, P. 3.

Frank Ford, Photographer, has just received a new and well selected stock of Photograph Albums, which will be sold at reduced prices.  Look at his stock before purchasing, and satisfy yourself that at Ford’s, is the place to buy albums, as well as to get the best Photographs.

1865 March 15.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  March 15, 1865, Old Series—Vol. 36, No. 17, New Series–Vol. XI, No. 52, Whole No. 572, P. 3.

Frank Ford, is now prepared to furnish everybody with a new and desirable style of Portrait called Albotypes, surpassing in beauty any style before introduced in this county.  Give him a call and examine specimens, and be satisfied that they are superb.

1865 March 22.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  March 22, 1865, Old Series—Vol. 36, No. 18, New Series–Vol. XII, No. 1, Whole No. 573, P. 3.

Albotypes Or Porcelain Pictures—Frank Ford, the Artist has shown us samples of this new style of picture which at once enlist the highest admiration.  Since the day when daguerreotypes reached the greatest degree of perfection, no picture has been produced so perfect and satisfactory as this new style.  [It] shows in every possible light, as that did not, and is a complete counterpart of [its] original, resembling much the rich elegance of a fine painting, upon ivory.  Ford has of late been devoting much time to the production of India Ink Photographs, a feature of the art in which he is unrivalled.  He has now in his rooms a number of specimens of this class of work which are well worthy of inspection.

1865 July 12.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  July 12, 1865, Old Series—Vol. 36, No. 34, New Series–Vol. XII, No. 17, Whole No. 589, P. 2.

Settle Up!  Settle Up!  All persons having had pictures taken that have not taken them away, as well as those who have accounts, are requested to call and settle.  If not settled soon the accounts will be left with proper authority for collection.  Frank Ford.

Advertisement ran from July 12 to 26, 1865.

1865 July 12.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  July 12, 1865, Old Series—Vol. 36, No. 34, New Series–Vol. XII, No. 17, Whole No. 589, P. 3.

Copartnership Notice.  The undersigned have this day entered into a copartnership, under the firm name of Ford & Oakley, and will continue the Photograph business in all its branches at Ford’s old place in Poe’s Block, Ravenna, Ohio.  Frank Ford.  John H. Oakley.

Advertisement ran from July 12 to 26, 1865.

1865 July 19.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  July 19, 1865, Old Series—Vol. 36, No. 35, New Series–Vol. XII, No. 18, Whole No. 590, P. 1.

Ford & Oakley, Photographers.  Poe’s New Block, Ravenna, Ohio.  Every style of pictures known to the art, executed in the best possible manner, with promptness.  Prices as low as elsewhere.

Advertisement ran from July 19, 1865 to February 13, 1867.

1865 August 9.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  August 9, 1865, Old Series—Vol. 36, No. 38, New Series–Vol. XII, No. 21, Whole No. 593, P. 3.

India Ink Photograph—We were shown upon Monday an India Ink Photograph (large size) of the late D. B. Bostwick, made at the Gallery of Ford and Oakley from a card photograph negative.  The likeness is excellent and has been finished up by these artists in a manner that makes it the most desirable and valuable memento that can be had of a lost friend.  Ford & Oakley are making quite a number of this picture and all desiring copies can be supplied.

1865 August 9.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  August 9, 1865, Old Series—Vol. 36, No. 38, New Series–Vol. XII, No. 21, Whole No. 593, P. 3.

Gems!  Gems!!  Gems!!!  We wish to say to the people of Portage County, that all those in want of those beautiful little Cheap pictures, can obtain them only at our Gallery, as we own the right of the County to make them.

Any infringement after this date will be dealt with according to law.  Ford & Oakley.

Advertisement ran from August 9 to 23, 1865.

1865 October 11.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  October 11, 1865, Old Series—Vol. 36, No. 47, New Series–Vol. XII, No. 30, Whole No. 602, P. 3.

A List of Premiums Awarded by the Portage County Agricultural Society at their Annual Fair in 1865…

Class 21—Fowls…

Frank Ford, Coop Braham Pootra……………………………………….first premium…50.

Frank Ford, pair Turkiys, (sic.) with chickens raised by same…first premium…50.

Frank Ford, pair of Ducks…………………………………………first premium…50.

Class 27—Grain & Vegetables.

Frank Ford, ½ bush. Sugar Corn………first premium…50.

Frank Ford, Hubbard Squash………….first premium…50.

Frank Ford, Musk Melons……………..first premium…50.

Frank Ford, Egg Plant…………………..first premium…50.

Frank Ford, Peppers…………………….first premium…50.

Frank Ford, Variety of Tomatoes………2nd premium….25.

Frank Ford, ½ bush Potatoes 11 var…..first premium….50.

1865 November 1.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  November 1, 1865, Old Series—Vol. 36, No. 50, New Series–Vol. XII, No. 30, Whole No. 605, P. 3.

Albums and Frames.  Ford & Oakley have just received the Best and Largest invoice of Photograph Albums and Frames ever brought to this town.  As to quality and price we defy competition.  Call and satisfy yourselves before purchasing elsewhere.  Ford & Oakley.

Advertisement ran on November 1 & 8, 1865,

1865 November 15.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  November 15, 1865, Old Series—Vol. 36, No. 52, New Series–Vol. XII, No. 35, Whole No. 607, P. 3.

A Fine Picture—We saw last week at Ford & Oakley’s Gallery a splendid India Ink Photograph of Dr. W. S. Streater, the manager and a large owner of the Oil Creek R. R.  The picture was made from a photograph and intended as a surprise to Dr. S. by F. B. Black the Master Machanic of the Oil Creek R. R. it is said to be placed upon a new Locomotive on the road named, “W. S. Streater.”

As a work of Art this picture is a master piece and a better portrait could not be desired.  Ford & Oakley certainly excel in this department of Picture making, and their capability in this respect is appreciated at home and abroad.

1865 December 6.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  December 6, 1865, Old Series—Vol. 37, No. 3, New Series–Vol. XII, No. 38, Whole No. 610, P. 3.

Call at Ford & Oakley’s and see a new apparatus for holding Card Photographs called the Photographicon.  It is what everybody wants.  Superior in many respects to the album.

1866 January 3.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  January 3, 1866, Old Series—Vol. 37, No. 7, New Series–Vol. XII, No. 42, Whole No. 614, P. 2.

Join The Club For Grape Vines and Small Fruits.  Those in want of Grape Vines will do well to call on the subscriber, and get them at Club’s rates, which are 50 per cent less than are asked by traveling nursery agents.

For quality of vines furnished from the same source for two years past, I would refer to E. G. Russell, J. C. Catlio, A. W. Beman, A. G. Russell, and Isaiah Linton of Ravenna, Geo. Austin and R. H. Clark, Rootstown.

All the best popular varieties will be furnished at very low rates by Frank Ford.

1866 January 17.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  January 17, 1866, Old Series—Vol. 37, No. 9, New Series–Vol. XII, No. 44, Whole No. 616, P. 2.

Photographers.  Mention need hardly be made of the two Photograph Galleries of Ford & Oakley and Stein Bros., and we will only stop to say in passing that the character of their work gives character abroad, for Ravenna Photographers are not excelled in the Union.

1866 January 17.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  January 17, 1866, Old Series—Vol. 37, No. 9, New Series–Vol. XII, No. 44, Whole No. 616, P. 3.

Ford & Oakley’s Regularly Licensed Gift Enterprise.  A Gift With Every Purchase Ranging From 25 Cents to 25 Dollars.  We will give every person making a purchase of $1,50 And Upwards, A chance to draw one of our superb gifts, consisting of the best collection of Albums, Picture Frames, Photographs, &c., &c., to be found in town.

We Guarantee to sell everything in our line as low as at any establishment in this vicinity.  We would call particular attention to our Enlarged Copies of Old Pictures.

We will make a good likeness of any size, from any old picture no matter how badley faded or defaced.

Our Cabinet And Life Size Photographs Are Not To Be Excelled.  In fact if you would get the best pictures of any kind, at the lowest prices and a Gift thrown in, the place is at Ford & Oakley’s, Poe’s Block, Ravenna, Ohio.

N. B.—As it has been industriously heralded by parties interested that we were not making those little gems, so-convenient and quickly made, we would say that we still make them, and shall continue to do so.

Advertisement was recorded ten times between January 17 to April 11, 1866.

1866 February 14.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  February 14, 1866, Old Series—Vol. 37, No. 17, New Series–Vol. XII, No. 48, Whole No. 620, P. 3.

Fine Pictures.—Upon Monday our attention was called to a pair of solar India Ink Photographs of Mr and Mrs. W. H. Grout of Kent, at Ford & Oakley Gallery.  Those pictures are perfect triumphs of the art and have not been excelled by any work of the kind which it has been our pleasure to see.

Ford & Oakley’s Gift enterprise, which is advertised in this paper, has sometime yet to run and those who want good pictures and fine gifts should avail themselves of its advantages.

1866 March 7.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  March 7, 1866, Old Series—Vol. 37, No. 16, New Series–Vol. XII, No. 51, Whole No. 623, P. 3.

Photographs.  We would again call the attention of the people of Portage County to the fact that Ford & Oakley are making some of the finest large Photographs possible to conceive of.  They have just completed one of the late John Ney, finished in India Ink by Frank Ford, which for truthfulness of expression, and beauty of finish, cannot be excelled.  All those contemplating having large portraits from life, or copied from old pictures, will find it to their advantage to leave their order with Ford & Oakley.  They still give a splendid gift with every purchase.

1866 April 4.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  April 4, 1866, Old Series—Vol. 37, No. 20, New Series–Vol. XIII, No. 3, Whole No. 627, P. 3.

Jack Cooper.  Ford & Oakley, procured on Wednesday last, by means of artificial light, a large photograph of Jack Cooper the murderer, the picture is one of the many triumphs of the art produced by the skill of those excellent artists, and as a portrait of this man is most excellent.  Ford & Oakley have copy-righted their picture and are making for sale the finest photographs—carte-de-visites [ unreadable].  All who want pictures of Cooper can [get] them at Ford & Oakley’s.

1866 May 2.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  May 2, 1866, Old Series—Vol. 37, No. 24, New Series–Vol. XIII, No. 7, Whole No. 631, P. 3.

We have noticed of late, that people who are judges of [great] pictures and appreciate them, are getting their work done at Ford & Oakley’s.  There are no better pictures made in Northern Ohio than at their Gallery, and people are rapidly learning the fact.  After expending their money at other establishments for poor pictures, they call upon Ford & Oakley, and always receive satisfaction, both as to price and quality of work.  Their motto is to excel, and an examination of their work will convince any one that they live up to it.

1866 August 22.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  August 22, 1866, Old Series—Vol. 37, No. 40, New Series–Vol. XIII, No. 23, Whole No. 647, P. 3.

Fine Fruit.—Frank Ford has brought to the Round Table samples of Lawton Blackberries, that for size and lusciousness, far exceed specimens of this favorite fruit we have seen or tasted.  Mr. Ford has also served the Round Table with a saucer of “seedlings,” grown upon his little fruit farm, that for sweetness and refinement of berryhood, were as rare and excellent.

1866 October 31.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  October 31, 1866, Old Series—Vol. 37, No. 50, New Series–Vol. XIII, No. 33, Whole No. 657, P. 2.

Portage County Agricultural Society.  Premiums Awarded at the Twenty-First Annual Fair, held October 10th, 11th and 12th, 1866.

Class 20—Swine.

2nd best Boar, Frank Ford, Ravenna, Ohio Farmer…..[1.00]

Class 21—Fowls.

Best pair Dorkings, Frank Ford, Ravenna……………25.

2nd best Dorkings, Frank Ford, Ravenna…………….25.

Best pair Shanghais, Frank Ford, Ravenna……………50.

Best pair Brahmas, Frank Ford, Ravenna…………….50.

2nd best Brahmas, Frank Ford, Ravenna……………..25.

Best paid Black Spanish, Frank Ford, Ravenna………50.

2nd best Black Spanish, Frank Ford, Ravenna………..25.

Class 25—Fruits.

Catawba Grapes, Frank Ford, Ravenna……………50.

Concord Grapes, Frank Ford, Ravenna……………50.

Class 27—Grain and Vegetables.

Sweet Corn, Frank Ford, Ravenna…………………50.

Squash, Frank Ford, Ravenna……………………..50.

Flat Turnips, Frank Ford, Ravenna………………..50.

Flat Dutch Turnips, Frank Ford, Ravenna…………50.

Irish Potatoes, Frank Ford, Ravenna………………50.

20 different varieties Beans, Frank Ford, Ravenna..50.

Class 30—Pictures.

2nd best photographs, Ford & Oakley, Ravenna….1.00.

Class 33—Miscellaneous Work.

Pair of Red Game Fowls, Frank Ford, Ravenna……25.

Lot Peppers, Frank Ford, Ravenna…………………25.

1866 November 21.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  November 21, 1866, Old Series—Vol. 38, No. 1, New Series–Vol. XIII, No. 36, Whole No. 660, P. 3.

Premiums Awarded by the Highland Union Agricultural Society, October 1866.

Swine and Poultry.

Best pair Brahmas, Frank Ford, Ravenna…………50.

Best pair [ ? ], Frank Ford, Ravenna………………50.

Best Coop Fowls, Frank Ford, Ravenna…………..50.

Vegetables.

Best common Potatoes, Frank Ford, Ravenna…….50. 

Best Winter Squash, Frank Ford, Ravenna………..50.

Fine Arts, Ornamental Work, &c.

Best spec. Photographs, Ford & Oakley, Ravenna…Dip.

1867 February 6.  The Portage County Democrat.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  February 6, 1867, Old Series—Vol. 38, No. 12, New Series–Vol. XIII, No. 47, Whole No. 671, P. 2.

Dissolution.  The Co-partnership heretofore existing under the firm name of Ford & Oakley, is this day dissolved by mutual consent.  Frank Ford, J. H. Oakley.

The Photograph business will in the future be conducted by J. H. Oakley at the old stand.  Jan. 28. 1867.

Benton, Oliver Benton

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

1846                Eagle Tavern, Cooperstown, New York.

1846                Address Unknown, Norwich, New York.

1846                E. W. Yates’ Hotel, Louisville, New York.

1846                Address Unknown, Butternuts, New York.

1846                Address Unknown, Laurens, New York.

1846                Address Unknown, Otego, New York.

1847                Address Unknown, Buffalo, New York.

1847                Rooms at Mr. E. S. Edgerton’s residence, Franklin, New York

1847                Address Unknown, Delhi, New York.

1847                Address Unknown, Unadilla, New York.

1847                Address Unknown, Troy, New York.

1848                Room on Water Street, one door west of Hall’s Jewelry Store, Geneva, N. Y.

1848-1850       220 Main Street, Buffalo, New York.

1850                218 Main Street, Buffalo, New York.

1851-1853       214 Main Street, Townsend Hall, Buffalo, New York.

1851-1856       214 Main Street, Buffalo, New York.[1]

1852                Champion Buildings, nearly opposite the Eagle Tavern, Batavia, New York.

1856                Over Sackett’s Harbor Bank, Buffalo, New York.1

1857                over 214 & 216 Main Street, Buffalo, New York.1

1859                Erie Street, corner Main Street, Buffalo, New York.1

1846 January 17.  The Freeman’s Journal.  (Cooperstown, New York.)  January 17, 1846, Vol. XXXVIII, No. XXI, P. 3.

Premium Photographic Miniatures, At the Eagle Tavern, Cooperstown.  O. Benton Evans Would most respectfully solicit a call from the people of Cooperstown and vicinity, and have their miniatures executed by way of experiment, free of expense.  Those who have not seen the improved Photographs cannot form any conception of their present beauty.  For strength of relief, fineness of shading, and beauty of color, they now surpass any other method of portraying in miniature the human form.

By an improvement of the achromatic lens, Mr. E. can execute miniatures from half the size of sixpence to the largest miniature size, and in all weather, from 8 o’clock A. M. until 3 P. M., enveloped in frames, cases lockets or pins, in any attitude or costume the individual may please to assume.

At the late Fair of the Rensselaer Co. Agricultural Society, the subscriber had awarded to him the first premium and the highest honors for the best specimens ever seen by the committee, in competition with some of the best operators in this country; also for the best construction of apparatus.

Gentlemen and ladies can receive instruction in this art, and apparatus furnished at New York prices.  Immediate attention is absolutely necessary.

N. B.—A carriage will be furnished, free of expense, for the conveyance of any number of Ladies or Gentlemen, not less than six, by forwarding their address to the subscriber.

Advertisement ran from January 17 to April 11, 1846.

1846 April 11.  The Freeman’s Journal.  (Cooperstown, New York.)  April 11, 1846, Vol. XXXVIII, No. XXXIII, P. 3.

Daguerreotype.  By the most earnest solicitations, the subscriber has been persuaded to remain through the coming week, for he express purpose of Portraiting the Elderly People of this place and vicinity.

N. B.  Gentlemen studying professions, or wishing to travel, will find this the most respectable and lucrative business now extant.  O. B. Evans. 

1846 August 15.  The Freeman’s Journal.  (Cooperstown, New York.)  August 15, 1846, Vol. XXXVIII, No. LI, P. 3.

Photographic.  (Norwich, Chenango  County.)  O. B. Evans returns his most sincere thanks to his old friends and patrons in the principal cities and villages, wherein he has operated for the last four years with unparalleled success, and still solicits the patronage of all who wish to “see themselves as they are seen by others.”  And all who may wish instructions and apparatus will need apply immediately.  Mr. E. has made (in addition to his long experience in the art,) a new and valuable discovery Operators in the country, who find it difficult to operate in extreme temperatures of weather, can be instructed in a few days to operate with perfect certainty. 

1846 September 19.  The Freeman’s Journal.  (Cooperstown, New York.)  September 19, 1846, Vol. XXX, No. IV, P. 3.

O. B. Evans’ Daguerrian Gallery, (At E. W. Yates’ Hotel,) Louisville, Otsego Co., N. Y.

Advertisement ran from September 19 to 26, 1846.

1846 October 10.  The Freeman’s Journal.  (Cooperstown, New York.)  October 10, 1846, Vol. XXXIX, No. VII, P. 1.

Otsego County Cattle Show And Fair….Discretionary Premiums…..

Specimens of daguerreotype, O. B. Evans, Butt’s, 1.00

The Daguerreotype Miniatures and Pictures taken by Mr. O. B. Evans, recently of this village, and now of Butternuts, drew forth the praise of all, as almost every one readily recognized the familiar faces of many of our respected citizens.  Such efforts in the art can hardly be excelled in our cities.

1846 November 28.  The Freeman’s Journal.  (Cooperstown, New York.)  November 28, 1846, Vol. XXXIX, No. XIV, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes!  O. B. Evans’ Photographic Miniature Gallery at Laurens, Otsego county, and will also visit Otego, Unadilla and Delhi in a few days.  All who would desire these perfect and valuable Mementos of themselves and friends, must be ready on Mr. E.’s arrival.  Those who are acquainted with the celebrity of the above, will need no further comment.  November 20, 1846.

Advertisement ran on November 28 and December 5, 1846.

1847 January 13.  Delaware Gazette.  (Delhi, New York.)  January 13, 1847, Vol. XXVIII, No. 14, P. 2.

Photographic.—Mr. O. B. Evans, whose advertisement will be found in another column, is expected here in a few days, for the purpose of taking Miniatures by the Daguerreotype process.  From the specimens we have seen, we think it superior to anything of the kind ever before shown us.  Mr. Evans has testimonials from gentlemen of the highest respectability and standing, many of whom are known to our citizens.  Among those we have seen, is a highly complementary note from J. Fennimore Cooper, Esq., Rev. A. E. Campbell, Pastor of the Presbyterian Church, Cooperstown, and Hon. John H. Prentiss, editor of the Freeman’s Journal—Names that would not have been given to a person unworthy of public confidence.

1847 January 13.  Delaware Gazette.  (Delhi, New York.)  January 13, 1847, Vol. XXVIII, No. 14, P. 3.

Photographic.  O. Benton Evans, Celebrated Daguerrian, With his Gallery of Three Hundred Miniatures, will visit Delhi in a few days.  Persons who have not satisfactory pictures, taken by inferior and incompetent operators can be furnished with Miniatures executed by a different process, and entirely superior to any ever before taken in this County—not inferior to the most celebrated Oil Paintings.

Advertisement ran from January 13 to March 24, 1847.

1847 February 24.  Delaware Gazette.  (Delhi, New York.)  February 24, 1847, Vol. XXVIII, No. 20, P. 3.

O. B. Evans’ most grateful acknowledgments are due to the people of Franklin and vicinity, for the very liberal patronage which he has received in the last four weeks, and would also solicit a call from the people of Delhi and adjacent towns, who may wish Miniatures of themselves and friends, taken in all weather, from the size of a sixpence to the largest Miniature size, enveloped in frames, cases,, lockets, finger rings and bracelets, as the purchaser desires.

Mr. E. has also lense for executing pictures larger and entirely superior to any ever offered to this community.  Persons with light eyes and hair, can have pictures with equal perspicuity as those of dark.

The most experienced and artistical skill will be given to position and equalizing the light and shade on the face so as to retain every minutia and life like expression and entirely obviate the cadaverous and mechanical appearance which is so universally common to Daguerreotypes taken by young, inexperienced and inefficient Daguerrians.

The subscriber is one of the oldest operators now in America, together with testimonials from distinguished individuals to substantiate all the above assertions; also a large Gallery of Pictures with different positions, complexions, dress &c., so that persons from analogy, can choose a position satisfactory to the most fastidious observer. 

Rooms at Mr. E. S. Edgerton’s residence.

1847 March 10.  Delaware Gazette.  (Delhi, New York.)  March 10, 1847, Vol. XXVIII, No. 22, P. 3.

The subscriber is under the necessity of giving notice to all who may wish unparalled miniatures of themselves and friends, to give notice two or three days in advance, to avoid coming in collision with others.

N. B.—Thee special attention of the people of this place and vicinity is called to an inspection of miniatures taken of R. Parker, esq., and others, which have not their equal this side of New York, and not surpassed in the world.

Persons from the country are also respectfully invited to call before purchasing elsewhere.  Entire satisfaction is guaranteed both in price and Miniatures.  O. B. Evans.

Advertisement ran from March 10 to April 14, 1847.

1847 March 24.  Delaware Gazette.  (Delhi, New York.)  March 24, 1847, Vol. XXVIII, No. 24, P. 3.

Premium Daguerreotypes.  The subscriber will remain only this week.  The like valuable opportunity will doubtless never be offered to the people of Delhi again.  O. B. Evans. 

Advertisement ran from March 24 to April 7, 1847.

1847 April 14.  Delaware Gazette.  (Delhi, New York.)  April 14, 1847, Vol. XXVIII, No. 27, P. 3.

The Last Notice to the People of Delhi and vicinity.  The subscriber will positively leave this place for Unadilla on Friday next.  All persons having unfinished pictures, are respectfully requested to attend to the same immediately.

The people of Unadilla must also be in readiness on his arrival, as his sojourn will be limited to one week only.  O. B. Evans.

Mr. E. returns his most grateful acknowledgements to the inhabitants of Delhi and adjacent towns, for the very liberal patronage and courtesy which he has received from all.

1847 December 29.  Geneva Courier.  (Geneva, New York.)  December 29, 1847, Vol. XVIII, No. 1, Whole No. 887, P. 3.

Photographic.  Prof. O. B. Evans, who is one of the oldest and most experienced Daguerrians now in America, will visit Geneva in a few days with the most splendid variety of Frames, Cases, and Lockets, that has ever been imported into this country.  Pictures executed by an entirely new process.  All persons are respectfully solicited to wait and see for themselves.

Advertisement ran from December 29, 1847 to January 19, 1848.

1848 January 1.  Geneva Daily Gazette.  (Geneva, New York.)  January 1, 1848, New Series-Whole No. 157, Vol. IV, No. 1, P. 3.

Photographic.  Prof. O. B. Evans, who is one of the oldest and most experienced Daguerrians now in America, will visit Geneva in a few days with the most splendid variety of Frames, Cases, and Lockets, that has ever been imported into this country.  Pictures executed by an entirely new process.  All persons are respectfully solicited to wait and see for themselves.

Advertisement ran from January 1 to February 19, 1848.

1848 February 5.  Geneva Daily Gazette.  (Geneva, New York.)  February 5, 1848, New Series-Whole No. 162, Vol. IV, No. 6, P. 3.

Photographic.  Prof. O. B. Evans, who is one of the oldest and most experienced Daguerrians now in America, has fitted up rooms in the second story of the building first door south of Hall’s Jewelry Store, Water Street, where he has the most splendid variety of Frames, Cases and Lockets, that has ever been imported into this country.—Pictures taken by an entirely new process.  All persons are respectfully solicited to call and see for themselves. 

Advertisement ran from February 5 to March 11, 1848.

1848 February 9.  Geneva Courier.  (Geneva, New York.)  February 9, 1848, Vol. XVIII, No. 1, Whole No. 887, P. 3.

Photographic Pictures.  Mr. O. B. Evans, Daguerreotypist, is in town, and has opened a room on Water St., one door west of Hall’s Jewelry Store.  He has 4 hundred specimens, and he invites all to call and examine them.  Geneva, Feb. 9, 1848.

Advertisement ran from February 9 to March1, 1848.

1848 March 11.  Geneva Daily Gazette.  (Geneva, New York.)  March 11, 1848, New Series-Whole No. 167, Vol. IV, No. 11, P. 2.

Reflection.—Portraits are like wills—they should be executed during the life of the testator.  Like the latter, they may also prove most valuable after death.  A third resemblance consists in the fact that they both witnesses after execution.  For the information of those who are desirous of obtaining a life-like likeness (and who should not be?)  we would refer them to the Daguerrean Rooms of our friend Prof. O. B. Evans, first door south of A. B. Hall’s silver-smith shop.

1848 March 15.  Geneva Courier.  (Geneva, New York.)  March 15, 1848, Vol. XVIII, No. 13, Whole No. 898, P. 2.

Photographic!  Prof. O. B. Evans is fast perpetuating the beauty of the present inhabitants of Geneva, for the eye of those who may come after them.—He has taken some of the best likenesses we have seen.  The Professor’s rooms are in Water street, a few doors north of the Franklin House.

Let those who are young and single, of both sexes, get their likenesses, that they may interchange—let those who are un-single be not backward, that when they have grown old together, their hearts may “fill with life’s young tides again,” as they gaze on themselves in days far gone by—let those who are middle-aged do likewise before they become wrinkled and gray—let those who are old, yet on account of a sweet disposition have preserved a mild and venerable countenance, also be taken, that their grand-children may take knowledge of their pleasant ways and imitate them.  And, finally, let those who are old, ill-tempered and ugly, have their faces taken, that their grand-children may see them, and thus avoid “barking up the wrong tree!”

N. B.  As this is leap year, single ladies, who are five and ——! Should tender their exact picture to bachelors, and bachelors vice versa.  See advertisement.

1848 March 15.  Geneva Courier.  (Geneva, New York.)  March 15, 1848, Vol. XVIII, No. 13, Whole No. 898, P. 3.

Photographic!  Prof. O. B. Evans, late of Troy, N. Y., who is the oldest practical Daguerrean now in America, is prepared at all hours from 8 A. M. until 4 P. M. to execute Miniatures by the Late London Process, entirely superior to any ever before exhibited in this part of the state.  By this process, it will be seen that picture possess a strength not inferior to the most celebrated Oil Paintings, yet preserving all the beauty of light and shade which can be found in finest mezzotint engraving.  These pictures are also made indelible by the patent gilding, which gives them that peculiar tone which is seen in none taken by the old process; in short,  their beauty is past description—persons must examine them to be able to judge of their perfection.

The subscriber has a variety of Frames, Cases and Lockets, of the richest quality, not surpassed in the world—made only to his order!

A call from the people of Geneva and vicinity is respectfully solicited.  Persons visiting town should not neglect this rare opportunity.

Instruction given and apparatus furnished to all who may wish to embark in this respectable vocation.

Rooms on Water street, a few doors north of the Franklin House. 

Advertisement ran from March 15 to 29, 1848.

1848 March 18.  Geneva Daily Gazette.  (Geneva, New York.)  March 18, 1848, New Series-Whole No. 168, Vol. IV, No. 12, P. 3.

Photographic!  Prof. O. B. Evans, late of Troy, N. Y., who is the oldest practical Daguerrean now in America, is prepared at all hours from 8 A. M. until 4 P. M. to execute Miniatures by the Late London Process, entirely superior to any ever before exhibited in this part of the state.  By this process, it will be seen that picture possess a strength not inferior to the most celebrated Oil Paintings, yet preserving all the beauty of light and shade which can be found in finest mezzotint engraving.  These pictures are also made indelible by the patent gilding, which gives them that peculiar tone which is seen in none taken by the old process; in short,  their beauty is past description—persons must examine them to be able to judge of their perfection.

The subscriber has a variety of Frames, Cases and Lockets, of the richest quality, not surpassed in the world—made only to his order!

A call from the people of Geneva and vicinity is respectfully solicited.  Persons visiting town should not neglect this rare opportunity.

Instruction given and apparatus furnished to all who may wish to embark in this respectable vocation.

Rooms on Water street, a few doors north of the Franklin House. 

Advertisement ran from March 18 to May 7, 1848.

1848 March 29.  Geneva Courier.  (Geneva, New York.)  March 29, 1848, Vol. XVIII, No. 15, Whole No. 900, P. 3.

Photography.  Through the gentlemanly courtesy of Mr. J. S. Lewis, (late of New Orleans,) Prof. O. B. Evans is enabled to show his patrons a correct daguerreotype of old “Rough And Ready.”

1848 April 5.  Geneva Courier.  (Geneva, New York.)  April 5, 1848, Vol. XVIII, No. 16, Whole No. 901, P. 3.

Photographic!  Prod. O. B. Evans would say that his sojourn is limited to a very few days.  All persons having unfinished pictures are respectfully solicited to attend to it immediately. 

Advertisement ran from April 5 to 26, 1848.

1848 August 31.  Buffalo Morning Express.  (Buffalo, New York.)  August 31, 1848, No. 817, P. 2.

London Daguerrian Gallery.  Messrs. Evans & Powelson, most respectfully announce to the people of Buffalo and vicinity that they are now prepared to execute Daguerreotypes by the Late London Process, entirely superior to any ever before exhibited in this part of the State.  By this process it will be seen that Pictures possess a strength not [inferior] to the most celebrated Oil Paintings yet possessing all the beauty of light and shade that can be found in the finest [lineal] engravings.  These Pictures are also made indelible by the Patent Gilding which gives them that peculiar and beautiful tone which is [seen] in none taken by the old process in short, their beauty is past description—persons must examine them to be able to judge of their perfection.

The subscribers have also testimonials from the most distinguished [connoisseurs] in Europe and America and a variety of the richest Daguerrean stock made only to their order

Persons visiting Buffalo on business or pleasure should not neglect this rare opportunity to obtain for themselves and friends these [inestimable] mementoes.

Daguerrean Rooms No. 220 main street corner of West Swan over L. S. Reynolds Drug Store.  Don’t forget the place.

Advertisement ran from August 31 to November 6, 1848.

1848 November 6.  Buffalo Morning Express.  (Buffalo, New York.)  November 6, 1848, Vol. 3, No. 874, P. 3.

Dissolution.  The Copartnership of Evans & Powelson, is this day dissolved by mutual agreement—The Daguerrian business will be carried on hereafter by O. B. Evans, at the old stand No. 220 Main st.

1848 December 30.  Buffalo Morning Express.  (Buffalo, New York.)  December 30, 1848, Vol. 3, No. 919, P. 2.

Photographic.—The London Premium Daguerrian Gallery will be open for social calls on Monday next.  O. B. Evans.  December 30.

1849 March 7.  Buffalo Morning Express.  (Buffalo, New York.)  March 7, 1849, Vol. IV, No. 975, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes (inscription inside medal) New York State Agricultural Society 1848 Awarded to Evans & Powelson for best Daguerreotypes.

London First Premium Daguerrean Gallery, No. 220 Main, corner Swan street, Buffalo.

Awarded the subscribers, at the late Agricultural State Fair at Buffalo, two Diplomas and two Silver Medals, for the most elegant specimens of Daguerreotypes ever shown the Society.

This is the fifth premium the subscribers have received during the last nine years, in competition with the principal artist in this country.  Our pictures now stand unrivalled.  We challenge comparison with any executed in this country or Europe.

Persons visiting Buffalo, should not fail to call and examine for themselves.  We base our reputation only upon the opinion of those who are competent judges of Light and Shade.

To all Whom it May Concern.  This may certify, That I consider Prof. Evans pre-eminently the best Daguerrean Artist that I have ever become acquainted with, (and I have sat as many as seventy times to the best artists in many of the Eastern cities.)  I regard his pictures as a perfect study of artistical skill and beauty.  It is evident that it is not the difference in the Instrument or chemicals that gives his pictures such a splendid effect, but the superior knowledge of Light and Shade, which he possesses over all other Daguerreans.  My assertions are confirmed by the observations of all the able connoisseurs whose opinion I have heard expressed upon the subject.

Levi Tucker, Former Pastor Washington st. Bap. Church, Buffalo.  Buffalo, December 27, 1848.

Advertisement ran from March 7 to December 21, 1849.

1849 September 18.  Buffalo Morning Express.  (Buffalo, New York.)  September 18, 1849, Vol. IV, No. 975, P. 2.

Messrs. Evans & Powelson, of Buffalo, have exquisite pictures in their daguerreotypes—graceful and rich agreeable in coloring and faithful in portrait.  These artists really make their work so beautiful, and the language of eulogy is completely unfeigned.  The sweet picture of a group at chess is very much admired.  The quite, satisfied look of the winner, and the puzzled appearance of the loser, are inimitable.  How delightful it would have been if daguerreotyping such as this had been known in the days of Randolph and Jefferson, when they played their famous game at chess, the victory at which Mr. R. said, cost him the friendship of the illustrious man of Monticello.

The foregoing paragraph is extracted from a letter in the New York Courier and Enquirer, descriptive of the most prominent incident at the Syracuse Fair, written by the correspondent of that paper, Mr. Bogart, of Aurora, Cayuga county.  He is the author of the admirable letter in that paper written at different points on the President’s tour, descriptive of his reception and the chief incidents of his journey.  Bogart, it seems, has an eye for the beautiful in art as well as in nature.  We had been thinking, for some time, of inviting attention to the elgant pictures made by the above gentlemen—or Mr. Evans, rather, for the business is now conducted by him alone—but there is vary little to be added to the merited and discriminating encomium we have quoted.  It may be observed, however, that one great defect in daguerreotypes, and one which has struck almost everybody, has arisen from the want of artistic skill in arranging the accessories to the picture.  Those who have undertaken the work have been generally operators merely, not artists; and hence the stiffness and awkwardness of position, and the bad taste in grouping that impresses one so unpleasantly.  Mr. Evans is an artist, with a correct eye, cultivated taste, and a knowledge of all such matters as light and shade, color, prespective, and all the other elements employed to heighten the pleasing effect of a picture.  His productions show this, his groups being equal to anything of the kind we have ever seen.

1849 December 22.  Buffalo Morning Express.  (Buffalo, New York.)  December 22, 1849, Vol. IV, No. 1221, P.3.

Skylight Daguerreotypes At The London First Premium Daguerrean Gallery, No. 220 Main, corner Swan street, Buffalo.  The above is a cut of a Silver Medal, awarded the subscriber at the New York State Agricultural Fair, at Buffalo, and the fifth Premium in the last nine years.  Also, the first prize at the late Fair at Syracuse, in competition with over three hundred pictures from some of the first galleries in the United States.  This Gallery has now become the Picture Emporium for the entire Western World, and the standard of imitation.  Our competitors involuntarily acknowledge their inferiority by following in our wake and apeing us in every particular, Except The Picture!

Therefore strangers visiting the city are respectfully solicited to compare our Pictures with those executed by others.  Also, all who have long been prepossessed in favor of other Daguerreans, and have pictures taken by them, are very urgently invited to call and have one executed at this establishment, that they may have an ocular demonstration of the vast difference in portraying the same individuals.

N. B.—the subscriber would most respectfully notify the public that no premiums or diplomas have ever been awarded by the New York State Agricultural Fair to any Daguerrean in Buffalo except to the subscriber.  O. B Evans, The oldest Practical Daguerrean in the U. S.

Advertisement ran from December 22, 1849 to March 28, 1850.

1849 December 24.  Buffalo Morning Express.  (Buffalo, New York.)  December 24, 1849, Vol. IV, No. 1222, P.2.

Daguerreotypes.—We have once before invited the attention of  our readers to the finished and elegant manner in which Mr Evans, on the corner of Main and Awan streets, execute miniatures with the daguerreotype.  He claims to be “the oldest practicing daguerrean in the United States”—and he is certainly one of the most accomplished in the art.  His productions, as has already been said, are of a superior order—many of them, remarkably so; and we have been led, in examining them, to wonder why Daguerreotypes are not, even in much greater demand than they are We regard the art of Daguerre as decidedly more valuable to mankind than that of Painting—we had almost said, than Painting and Sculpture combined.  Only the few can buy good pictures, but almost any one may have a good Daguerreotype of all those he loves dearly, which will be a blessing while they live and a solace when they have departed.  We believe the art has a moral value, and strongly tends to chasten and refine those who prize and cherish it products.  Wherefore, and on every account, let its faithful and cheap portraits of those we love be every where diffused and multiplied.  

1850 February 6.  Buffalo Morning Express.  (Buffalo, New York.)  February 6, 1850, Vol. V, No. 1258, P.2.

Destructive Conflagration!  Between 4 and 5 o’clock yesterday morning a fire was discovered in the upper story of the block of Stores, on the southwest corner of Main and Swan streets, which spread until four large stores were consumed…

Store No. 218 Main street was occupied by M. Compton as a dry goods establishment.  Loss estimated at $15,000.  Insured for $10,000.  The Lexington Company has $2,000 and the balance is divided among several other companies.  Mr. Evans’ Daguerrian gallery was in the second and third stories over this store.  Mr. Evans loss, we understand is something over $1,000—insured in the Genesee Mutual for $1,000.

1850 February 8.  New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  February 8, 1850, Whole No. 5725, P. 4.

The Late Fire in Buffalo, N. Y.—The Buffalo Courier, of the 6th inst…Evans’ Daguerrean gallery occupied the second and third stories of this building.  Insured in the Genesee Mutual for $1,000, which will fall short of covering the loss….

1850 February 11.  Portage Sentinel.  (Ravenna, Ohio.)  February 11, 1850, Vol. 5, No. 37, Whole No. 246, P. 2.

Great Fire in Buffalo, February 5.  This city has once again been visited by quite an extensive fire.  About half past four o’clock this morning, a fire was discovered in the upper part of the store No. [216] main street, next adjoining Coleman’s Drug store, corner of main and Swan streets.—Four three story brick stores belonging to the heirs of George Coyt, and the heirs of the late Judge Townsend…No. 218 was occupied by M. Compton as a dry goods store, whose loss is total, amounting to about $15,000.  He is insured for about two thirds—$2,000 of which was insured in the Lexington Company; the second and third stories were occupied by Evans Daguerrean gallery, which was insured in the Genesee Mutual company for one thousand dollars which will not cover the loss….

1850 February 12.  The Spirit of the Times.  (Batavia, New York.)  February 12, 1850, Vol. 31, No. 35, P. 2.

Extensive Conflagration in Buffalo.  Our city has once again been visited with quite a disastrous conflagration.  About half past four o’clock this morning, a fire was discovered in the upper part of store 218 Main st. next adjoining Coleman’s Drug store, corner of Main and Swan streets.  Four three story brick stores were burned—owned by George Coit, and the heirs of the late Judge Townsend…no. 218…The second and third stories were occupied by Evans’ Daguerrian Gallery.  Insured in the Genesee Mutual for $1000—which will not cover the loss…

1850 July 12.  The Schenectady Reflector.  (Schenectady, New York.)  July 12, 1850, Vol. XVI, No. 28, P. 2.

Most Fortunate Escape.—Capt. G. A. Griffing, of the Canal boat James M. Gray, informs us that 120 Norwegian emigrants, whom he conveyed to Buffalo, had paid their fare to Wisconsin on the ill fated steamer Griffith[2], and were just about to embark when Mr. O. B. Evans, Daguerrean, persuaded them to stop until next day, that he might take a picture of the boat and singularly dressed foreigners, which was done, and the money paid being refunded, their gratitude and joy, on hearing shortly of the sad destruction of the steamer can better be imagined than described.—Herkimer Journal.

1850 December 31.   The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 31, 1850, Whole No. 6045, P. 1.

American Industry in a Crystal Palace.  World’s Fair, London, 1851.

Articles Approved By The Local Committee Of The State Of New York, With Name And Residence Of Exhibitor.

O. B. Evans, Buffalo, Daguerreotypes.

Meade & Brothers, New York, Daguerreotypes.

D. E. Gavit, New York, Daguerreotypes.

M. B. Brady, New York, Daguerreotypes.

W. M. Lawrence, New York, Daguerreotypes.

1851 January 8.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 8, 1851, No. 6752, P. 3.

Industrial Exhibition—London—1851.  Our Washington Correspondence.  Washington, Jan. 4, 1851.  The following is a list of articles received up to this date, by the Centeral Committee, for exhibition at the Great London Fair.—

6.         M. A. Root, daguerreotypes.

28.       W. & F. Langenheim, photographic slides.

31.       O. B. Evans, daguerreotypes.

35.       Meade & Brothers, daguerreotypes.

51.       D. E. Gavit, daguerreotypes.

63.       M. B. Brady, daguerreotypes.

77.       M. M. Lawrence, daguerreotypes.

1851 February 13.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  February 13, 1851, No. 6088 P. 4.

The World’s Fair.  The Works and Inventions of the American Sovereigns, for the Crystal Palace.  Yankee Cabinet of Curiosities, &c., &c., &c.

42.       M. A. Root, Philadelphia, Pa., daguerreotypes.

62.       W. & F. Langenheim, Philadelphia, Pa., photographic magic lantern specimens.

105.     O. B. Evans, Buffalo, N. Y., daguerreotypes.

109.     Meade & Brothers, New York, daguerreotype.

125.     D. E. Gavit, New York, daguerreotypes.

137.     M. B. Brady, New York, daguerreotypes.

151.     M. M. Lawrence, New York, daguerreotypes.

396.     J. W. Whitehurst, Baltimore, daguerreotypes.

1851 October 9.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  October 9, 1851, Vol. XI, No. 3269, P. 5.

The Daguerreotypes At The Fair.—Among the most attractive articles in the present Fair of the American Institute at Castle Garden, the Daguerreotypes by our City artists hold, and worthily hold, we think, a very high place.  The improvements in the photographic art within a few years have certainly been extraordinary; and notwithstanding the art itself originated in France, the World’s Fair in London completely settled the question, that in this country it had already received a finish and perfection known to no other part of the earth.  And yet, in the World’s Fair were to be found only some of our most inferior specimens; the display in Castle Garden at this moment, far surpassing in point of excellence in the Daguerreotypie Art, that presented by the celebrated Crystal Palace.  Castle Garden, however, even to the most careless eye, exhibits, by no means, a monotonous uniformity of perfection in this particular branch of our national skill, taste and industry; for, although many of the specimens of the Daguerreotype are very good indeed, and many strikingly better, the collection in the upper, north gallery, by Messrs. M. A. & S. Root, of this City, is one that cannot fail to meet the entire approval of every one.  We look on those exceedingly large likenesses as beyond anything of the kind we have yet seen either in this country or in Europe.  In addition to their size, while it brings them up almost to the magnitude of portraits, increases immeasurably the difficulty of their correct production, there is a sharpness in the outline, a distinctness in the impression, a depth and clearness of expression, a fullness of character about them, as well as an absence of the cloudy dimness and mercurial flatness which so generally characterize and mar the limnings of the daguerreotype, that they at once arrest the attention and extort from all exclamations of admiration.  The likeness of Mr. Hite, the miniature painter, is exquisite.  The Messrs. Root also exhibit a very beautiful series of daguerreotypie illustrations of the sentiment of the song of “The Old Arm Chair.”  The picture are eminently artistic, appropriate and poetic, natural and full of taste.  If no other evidence were at hand, if the medals won by the Messrs. Root from various exhibitions in this and other States counted for nothing, if the gigantic pictures they have produced, so next to life itself in all their characteristics were set aside, this graphic illustration of so popular a song would place them in the foremost rank among the daguerreotypists of the world.

1851 October 10.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  October 10, 1851, Vol. XI, No. 3270, P. 5.

To the Editors of the N. Y. Tribune:

Gentlemen:  I cannot let the article in your paper of this morning, headed “ The Daguerreotypes at the Fair,” pass without a reply.  Although appearing as editorial, I cannot for a moment believe that it was written by either of the Editors of The Tribune.  It is to partial, and so far from the truth, that no one at all acquainted with the facts of the case, can believe that it emanated from any other than the gentlemen who are so highly extolled.  It certainly is a sort of left-handed compliment to the exhibitors at the London Exhibition to say, that they have carried off the palm from the whole world, and yet, have done so, with the “most inferior specimens.”  Why did not the gentleman send some of those specimens “that arrest attention, and extort from all, exclamations of admiration?”  His name appears on the list of competitors at the Crystal Palace, yet, his pictures have never arrived there.  Why? Was he afraid to compete with “inferior specimens?”  Will any one suppose, That Mr. Whipple of Boston, Mr. Evans of Buffalo, Mr. Brady and Meades of New York, or your humble servant, sent nothing but “most inferior specimens?”  Fair competition, and honest rivalry I most heartily approve of.  It is that which has placed the art in its present high position in this country.  But for one to endeavor to elevate himself, by depreciating the productions of others that are equally meritorious, is neither fair, honorable nor honest.

M. M. Lawrence, No. 203 Broadway.  New York, Oct. 9, 1851.

1851 October 11.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  October 10, 1851, Vol. XI, No. 3271, P. 5.

To the Editors of the N. Y. Tribune:

Gentlemen:  In The Tribune of this morning, I find an article signed “M. M. Laurence,” reflecting ungenerously upon Messrs. M. A. & S. Root, of this City, on account of an editorial that previously appeared in your columns, justly eulogizing the Daguerreotypes exhibited by the Messrs. Root, at the Fair, at Castle Garden.

With the personal feeling evinced by Mr. L. in his communication against the Messrs. R., I can have nothing to do, although, upon the principle “let the galled jade wince,” Mr. L. has placed himself, by his lamentation over the success of a rival, in a very undignified position before the public; and, as “one of the public,” I might have a right to amuse myself by taking advantage of it.

But, gentlemen, when Mr. L. taxes you with either injustice or ignorance, in your remarks relative to the Daguerreotypic specimens from this country, in the Crystal Palace, in London, and the very superior specimens of the art displayed by the Messrs. Root at Castle Garden, I cannot remain silent.

I attended the Great World’s Fair in Hyde Park.  And examined their contents, every day, for weeks.  And yet, with the highest possible respect for the abilities of “Mr. Whipple, of Boston, Mr. Evans, of Buffalo, Messrs. Brady and Meade, of New York.” as well as of Mr. L., I assert that the Crystal Palace does contain, or did in May, June and July last, the “most inferior specimens” of the progress of the Daguerreotypic art in this country.  I would not insult any of those gentlemen by supposing that they sent their best pictures, for I have seen better at their doors; and I was going to say, they had more meritorious ones now on exhibition at Castle Garden.  But I discover that not one of them has felt disposed to enter into the contest for the medal, with the Messrs. Root, on this occasion.  “Discretion,” Falstaff remarks, “is the better part of Valor.”

As for Mr. L.’s anxiety to charge upon the Messrs. Root the disposition to “blow their own trumpet,” I have only to say, in the language of Lacon, “They most accuse who oftenest sin themselves.”  I know that the Messrs. Root did not write the article that has so wounded Mr. L.; and as to the merits of the Messrs. Root’s pictures at Castle Garden, they may be safely left to speak for themselves.  If they do not “arrest attention and extort from all exclamations of admiration, “then am I, certainly, no Judge Of Facts.  New-York, 10th Oct., 1851.

1851 October 14.  The Spirit of the Times.  (Batavia, New York.)  October 14, 1851, Vol. 33, No. 18, P. 3.

Photographic.  O. B. Evans, Proprietor of the London Premium Daguerrean Gallery, Buffalo, will open rooms for a few days at Mr. C. A. Johnson’s new sky-light Gallery, in Batavia.  Mr. E. trusts his reputation is too well established to require any comment.  All persons wishing pictures taken by him, must be ready as soon as his rooms are ready for business.

Specimens can be seen at Mr. Johnson’s Rooms.

The above is a cut of a Silver Medal awarded by the late State Fair, at Rochester, and the sixth premium in the last ten years.

Advertisement ran from October 14 to December 30, 1851.

1851 December 25.  Buffalo Morning Express.  (Buffalo, New York.)  December 25, 1851, Vol. V, No. 1841, P.3.

Photographic.  O. B. Evans most respectfully begs leave to tender to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Buffalo and the public in general, his most sincere and ardent thanks for the very liberal patronage which he has received during the last three years in the city.  Our extensive patronage is, of course, only the result of merit.—This assertion is fully sustained by the Premiums awarded us at the State Fair, and other societies of a more distant date.  With our present likits we only refer to the following:  First—a Silver Medal and a Diploma by the New York State Agricultural Society, at the Buffalo meeting in 1848, For The Best Daguerreotypes; the First Prize at the Syracuse meeting in 1849; also a Silver Medal for best Picture at Rchester, in 1851; and a Diploma for the best Daguerreotype of a domestic animal—thus showing more First Class Premiums than any other Artist in the country.

Derogatory as it may appear. In the Art of Daguerreotyping, we have in all of the above Exhibitions shown our Pictures in competition with McDonell, of Buffalo, who never received a premium in this or any Society;—though this embarrassment has been very much relieved by flooding other Pictures on exhibition of the very highest order and executed at the first Galleries in the country, while many others, perhaps, have shown their good taste, by withdrawing their productions after finding that our Pictures were entered for the Prize.

Persons visiting Buffalo are most respectfully solicited to make us a call, and take a look at the most costly and magnificent Daguerrean Gallery in the world, and accept the thanks of the proprietor.  O. B. Evans, The oldest Practical Daguerrean in the U. S., 214 Main st., Townsend Hall.

Advertisement was recorded from December 25, 1851 to  January 15, 1853.

1852 January 6.  The Spirit of the Times.  (Batavia, New York.)  January 6, 1852, Vol. 33, No. 30, P. 3.

Photographic.  O. B. Evans would most respectfully announce to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Batavia and vicinity, that he is now prepared to wait upon all who may please favor him with a call.  His sojourn will be limited to one week.  Rooms at Mr. Johnson’s Gallery.

1856 January 1.  Buffalo Morning Express and Daily Democracy.  (Buffalo, New York.)  January 1, 1856, Vol. XI, No. 3083, P.3.

Photographic And Stereoscopic Likenesses.  O. B. Evans would most respectfully give notice that he will be fully prepared to execute all varieties pf paper and glass pictures in a few days.  Persons are most cordially solicited to take a look at his pictures before purchasing elsewhere.

Stereoscopic, as well as Photographic pictures, the subscriber would wish to see compared with other competitors.  jy17.

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

[2].  The SS G. P. Griffith was a passenger steamer that burned and sank on Lake Erie on 17 June 1850, resulting in the loss of between 241 and 289 lives. The destruction of the G. P. Griffith was the greatest loss of life on the Great Lakes up to that point.  From Wikipedia.

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.

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.

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.

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.