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De Song, William H.

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1851                43 Dauphin Street, Mobile, Alabama.

1851                Address Unknown, Yorkville, South Carolina.[1]

1852-1853       99 Fourth Street, St. Louis, Missouri.

1853-1856       1 Main Street, Memphis, Tennessee.

1857-1859       181 Main Street, Opposite Worsham House, Memphis, Tennessee.

1858                Address Unknown, Greensboro, North Carolina.1

1859                Whitehall Street, over Shackelford’s Auction House, Atlanta, Georgia.

1851 November 24.  Alabama Planter.  (Mobile, Alabama.)  November 24, 1852, Vol. V, No. 51, P. 7.

Celerotype.  W. H. Deshong would respectfully announce to the public that he has fitted up a Daguerrian Gallery in Mobile, for the purpose of giving all who may wish to do so, an opportunity of procuring perfect Likenesses of themselves or friends, at much more moderate prices than they have formerly had to pay in this city.

He is now in the possession of all the recent improvements, among which is the Celerotype or Telegraphic Camera, which requires but which requires but very little light.  It therefore obviates that unpleasant scowl which is so frequently seen in Daguerreotypes where there is a powerful light required to make an impression.

Having had an experience of over five years in the art, and a portion of that time spent in some of the best Galleries in the United States, he flatters himself that he can please the most fastidious in tone, expression and attitude.  Likenesses taken without regard to weather.

Ladies and Gentlemen are respectfully invited to call and examine his specimens.

Rooms No. 45 Dauphin Street.

Daguerrian Artists furnished with stock at moderate prices.  Oct. 21.

1851 December 29.  Alabama Planter.  (Mobile, Alabama.)  December 29, 1852, Vol. VI, No. 4, P. 7.

Southern Daguerrian Depot.  W. H. Deshong returns his most heartfelt thanks to the citizens of Mobil and vicinity, for the very liberal patronage extended to him.  He now has the pleasure to inform them that in order to expedite business, he (on the 17th of December) associated with himself the very eminent and successful artist, Mr. R. L. Kirkland.  The business will in future be conducted in the name of Deshong & Kirkland.

Their Gallery, No. 43 Dauphin street, has been recently fitted up and furnished in a superior style.  As they intend making this city their permanent residence, they pledge themselves to furnish Daguerreotype Likenesses equal in finish, accuracy and effect to anything of the kind in the South—and also to furnish as fine cases as any in the world.

They are now in the possession of all the recent improvements, amongst which is the Celerotype or Telegraphic Camera, which requires but very little light, and shortens the time of sitting very materially, and thereby obviates the great difficulty in giving them their natural expression. 

For the benefit of the Ladies they have furnished their Rooms with a fine Piano Forte.

Ladies and Gentlemen are most respectfully solicited to call, whether they wish a Likeness or not.

Stormy or cloudy weather no hindrance to taking fine Pictures.

To Daguerrian Artists—They keep constantly on hand and for sale everything appertaining to the art. dec. 24.

1852 February 7.  Alabama Planter.  (Mobile, Alabama.)  February 7, 1852, Vol. VI, No. 10, P. 7.

Southern Daguerrian Depot.  The Subscriber respectfully informs the citizens of Mobile and vicinity, that he has purchased the entire interest of Mr. Deshong in the above establishment, and will continue the business at the same stand.  No. 43 Dauphin street, where he will be happy to wait on all who may feel disposed to encourage him.

As he intend making this city their permanent residence, he pledge himself to furnish Daguerreotype Likenesses equal in finish, accuracy and effect to anything of the kind in the South—and also to furnish as fine cases as any in the world.

He is now in the possession of all the recent improvements, amongst which is the Celerotype or Telegraphic Camera, which requires but very little light, and shortens the time of sitting very materially, and thereby obviates the great difficulty in giving persons their natural expression. 

Mr. K. invites the public, and especially the Ladies to visit his Gallery, when awaiting their turn for a picture, they will find a fine Piano Forte at their service.

Pictures taken in any weather, and in any desired style, and his prices being moderate, he hopes to gratify the most fastidious.

Lockets and Breastpins furnished at moderate prices.

To Daguerrian Artists—He keep constantly on hand and for sale everything appertaining to the art.  jan7.  R. L. Kirkland.

1852 September 22.  Daily Missouri Republican.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  September 22, 1852, Vol. XXXI, No. 225, P. 3.

Deshong’s Daguerrean Gallery.  No.  99 Fourth Street, (two doors from Olive.) St. Louis, Mo.  Mr. Deshong, begs to inform the public that he still continues to produce first rate likenesses at the above address for the low charge of One Dollar.

Opinions Of The City Press.

“We do think the community should liberally patronize those artists who like Mr. Deshong, are relieving us of a long count but unnecessary tax on our affections.”—[Evening News of June 5th, 1852.

“We believe it is generally conceded by Daguerrean Artist, in this city, that Mr. Deshong has no superior In his perfection.”—[Evening Dispatch of April 20th, 1852.

“He imparts a good tone, clear outline, and fine character to all his miniatures.”—[Republican of June 8th, 1852.

“Those who wish to have a good picture taken cheaply will do well to give him a call.”—[Signal. June 8th, 1852.

Remember—Only One Dollar.  S22.

1853 January 13.  The Minnesota Pioneer.  (Saint Paul, Minnesota.)  January 13, 1853, Vol. IV, No. XXXIX, P. 4.

One Dollar Daguerrean Gallery No. 99 Fourth St.  W. H. DeShong will furnish a highly finished Daguerreotype likeness for one dollar.  Give him a trial.  He guarantees satisfaction or no charge.

1853 April 20.  Rock Island Advertiser.  (Rock Island, Illinois.)  April 20, 1853, Vol. 6, No. 19, P. 4.

One Dollar Daguerrean Gallery No. 99 Fourth St.  W. H. DeShong will furnish a highly finished Daguerreotype likeness for one dollar.  Give him a trial.  He guarantees satisfaction or no charge.

1853 November 12.  Southern Shield.  (Helena, Arkansas.)  November 12, 1853, Vol. XIV, No. 31, P. 3.

F. H. Clark & Co. Have moved to their new store on Main street, where will be found an assortment of Watches, Jewelry, Silver-Ware, Guns, Fancy Goods &c., equal to any in the United States, and prices as low.

Our Daguerrean Gallery.  W. H. DeShong, Artist, is now ready for visitors, with every facility to produce first quality Pictures.  Open Day and Night.

In building our new store we have taken especial pains to construct a suit of rooms for the express purpose of taking Daguerreotype Pictures.  Our arrangement of light is the most approved by the best operators, producing pictures quickly and true to nature; the rooms are spacious and handsomely furnished.  Affording every comfort and convenience for our customers.  In this branch we have associated with us Mr. W. H. DeShong, a gentleman of experience and great skill in the art, who will take charge of the rooms, as we will use none but the best instruments and materials, and procure early each improvement in the art, we trust we shall be able at all times to present our friends and customers with “another self,” so like that, but for the difference in size, it would be difficult to say which was which. 

To make this branch of our business complete we have increased our assortment of Daguerrean Jewelry, such as Lockets, with from one to four Pictures; Pins, double and single, Rings; Seals; Keys; Canes; Watches—A superior article, made expressly for Daguerreotypes.  F. H. Clark & Co. Memphis, October 10, 1853.

Advertisement ran from November 12, 1853 to November 11, 1854.

1855 January 6.  Southern Shield.  (Helena, Arkansas.)  January 6, 1855, Vol. XV, No. 38, P. 3.

Guns!  Guns!!…

Pistols…

Watches…

Silver-Ware…

Silver Plated Goods…

Clocks…

Cutlery…

Jewelry…

Our Mechanical Branch…

Watch Work…

Jewelry…

Engravings…

Our Daguerrean Gallery.  W. H. DeShong, Artist.  Having built a suit of rooms for this express purpose, and procure, regardless of cost, a full assortment of the best instruments, with all the improvements in the art, we are prepared to take portraits, which, for correct likeness, fine tone, clear outline, and durability, cannot be surpassed.  A large stock of Daguerrean goods always on hand, and instruction given in the art.  F. H. Clark & Co. Dec. 30, 1854.

Advertisement ran from January 6 to October 20, 1855.

1856 February 23.  Southern Shield.  (Helena, Arkansas.)  February 23, 1856, Vol. XVI, No. 45, P. 3.

Guns!  Guns!!… 

Pistols…

Watches,…

Silver-Ware…

Silver-Plated Goods…

Clocks…

Cutlery…

Jewelry…

Our Mechanical Branch…

Watch Work…

Jewelry…

Engraving,…

Our Daguerrean Gallery.  W. H. DeShong, Artist.  Having built a suit of rooms for this express purpose, and procure, regardless of cost, a full assortment of the best instruments, with all the improvements in the art, we are prepared to take portraits, which, for correct likeness, fine tone, clear outline, and durability, cannot be surpassed.  A large stock of Daguerrean goods always on hand, and instruction given in the art.  F. H. Clark & Co. Dec. 30, 1854.

1856 October 25.  Southern Shield.  (Helena, Arkansas.)  October 25, 1856, Vol. XVII, No. 24, P. 2.

Dissolution.  On the 1st June, 1856, the firm heretofore existing between F. H. Clark and A. C. Wurzbach, was dissolved by mutual consent.  F. H. Clark is charged with the settlement of the business of the late firm of F. H. Clark & Co.  F. H. Clark A. C. Wurzbach.

New Firm The subscribers have associated themselves together under the firm of F. H. Clark & Co.  F. H. Clark, Jas. S. Wilkins, Th’s Hill.

A. Card—Our New Firm.  It affords me pleasure to announce to my friends, and the public, that I have associated with my former partner, James S. Wilkins, and my well known assistant, Thomas Hill, under the familiar style of F. H. Clark & Co.

The new firm will start with an efficient force in each mechanical branch, the Watch department being under the supervision of Mr. Wilkins.

Our clerks are polite and attentive—our stock full at all times of the latest fashions, and prices as low as the same quality and style of goods can be purchased in Philadelphia or New York.

I am thankful for the liberal patronage extended to me during my fifteen years residence in Memphis.  My aim will be to merit its continuance.  Oct. 4, 1856.  F. H. Clark.

Guns!  Guns!…

Pistols…

Watches…

Silver-Ware…

Silver-Plated Goods…

Clocks…

Cutlery…

Jewelry…

Our Mechanical Branch…

Watch Work,…

Jewelry…

Engraving,…

Our Daguerrean Gallery.  Prof.  Remington, Artist.  Having built a suit of rooms for this express purpose, and procure, regardless of cost, a full assortment of the best instruments, with all the improvements in the art, we are prepared to take portraits, which, for correct likeness, fine tone, clear outline, and durability, cannot be surpassed.  A large stock of Daguerrean goods always on hand, and instruction given in the art.  F. H. Clark & Co. Oct 4, 1856.

Advertisement ran from October 25, 1856 to June 27, 1857.

1856 November 8.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  November 8, 1856, Gazette Vol. XXXVII, No. 39, Democrat Vol. XI, No. 18, P. 3.

W. H. DeShong, Artists, Has opened his Gallery on the corner of Main and Adams streets, opposite the Worsham House, where he is prepared, with the latest improvements to execute Melainotypes, Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes and all styles of Pictures in the most improved and artistic manner.  Citizens and strangers will consult their own interests in visiting his Gallery, and procuring the best style of Pictures.  Satisfaction given in all cases, and charges moderate. 

Remember DeShong’s Gallery, on Main street. Opposite Worsham House, Memphis, Tennessee.

Artist’s furnished with all kinds of goods pertaining to every branch of the Art, at trade price.  Advertisement ran from November. 8, 1856 to November 7, 1857.

1857 January 1.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  January 1, 1857, Vol. VII, No. 246, P. 3.

One Month Later!  From the “Photographic and Fine Art Journal,” published in New York City, November number, page 352:

“The Melainotype.  “This style of picture we have spoken of in a former number, and we can only add here that our prediction as to their capability of superceding the Ambrotype, is fast becoming realized.  There is a pleasing artistic effect about them that can never be produced by the Ambrotype.  This, together with the perfect ease with which they can be made, the certainty of their everlasting quality, and the impossibility of their destruction by any of those accidents which would be the ruin of an ambrotype, will secure their general adoption.”   

W. H. DeShong, 181 Main street, opposite Worsham House, Memphis, Tennessee, has the exclusive right of that city for the Melainotype Patent.  They are much superior to the Daguerreotype, Ambrotype or Sphereotype, and cost the same.  Give him a fair trial.        dec2.

Advertisement ran from January 1 & 2, 1857.

1857 January 3.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  January 3, 1857, Vol. VII, No. 248, P. 2.

The Malainotype, Its Three Great Beauties. 

First—They are the most brilliant, and will never fade.

Second—They can be taken equally as well, if not better, in cloudy as clear weather.

Third—There can be given to the impression on the Japaned surface an artistic effect and finish that cannot be produced on any other surface known to the photographic world.

Remember!  That W. H. DeShong, 181 Main street, has the exclusive right of the city of Memphis for the Malainotype process.

He also makes Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Flourotypes, Celereotypes, Tithneotypes, Photographs, &c., &c.  jan3.

Advertisement ran from January 3 to February 7, 18/57.

1857 January 3.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  January 3, 1857, Vol. VII, No. 248, P. 3.

DeShong.—This celebrated artist is now located at 181 Main street.  His reputation is world-wide.  He has exclusive right of the city of Memphis for the Malainotype process of taking pictures.  For further information call at his rooms.

1857 January 7.  The Panola Star.  (Panola, Mississippi.)  January 7, 1857, Vol. I, P. 4.

One Month Later!  From the “Photographic and Fine Art Journal,” published in New York City, November number, page 352:

“The Melainotype.  “This style of picture we have spoken of in a former number, and we can only add here that our prediction as to their capability of superceding the Ambrotype, is fast becoming realized.  There is a pleasing artistic effect about them that can never be produced by the Ambrotype.  This, together with the perfect ease with which they can be made, the certainty of their everlasting quality, and the impossibility of their destruction by any of those accidents which would be the ruin of an ambrotype, will secure their general adoption.”   

W. H. DeShong, 181 Main street, opposite Worsham House, Memphis, Tennessee, has the exclusive right of that city for the Melainotype Patent.  They are much superior to the Daguerreotype, Ambrotype or Sphereotype, and cost the same.  Give him a fair trial.

Advertisement ran from January 7 to 21, 1857.

1857 February 7.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  February 7, 1857, Vol. VII, No. 278, P. 2.

Melainotypes!  Melainotypes!    DeShongs Gallery crowded daily—great rush for the Melainotype.  They are unlike the Ambrotype, Daguerreotype, or Sphereotype.  They will never Fade.

Beware!  Spurious imitations are being made black on paper.  He unwary are liable to be imposed upon with these worthless counterfeits.

None genuine unless taken by W. H. DeShong, he having the exclusive right of Memphis, for the Melainotype Patent.  Gallery, 181 Main street, opposite the Worsham House.  feb7.              

Advertisement ran from February 7 to April 19, 1857.

1857 February 13.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  February 13, 1857, Vol. VII, No. 283, P. 2.

Lockets!  Lockets!  Just received, a fine assortment of superior Gold Lockets, made expressly for Melainotypes by W. H. DeShong, 181 Main street, Opposite the Worsham House.  feb. 13.

Advertisement ran from February 13 to April 22, 1857.

1857 April 21.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  April 21, 1857, Vol. VIII, No. 27, P. 2.

Fine Pictures.  Remember that DeShong’s is the place if you wish to get the best style of Picture.  His Melainotypes surpass all others in richness of tone, warmth of expression, completeness of detail, and boldness of feature.  For durability there is no question of their superiority.  They will receive a fall without a fracture—a bend without injury; may be washed off when soiled, be handled without the face being marred.  They are susceptible of high and very beautiful coloring.

W, H. DeShong, 181 main street, has the exclusive right of Memphis, for making the Melainotype Patent.  m10.                                                                                                           

Advertisement ran from April 21 to May 3, 1857.

1857 May 10.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  May 10, 1857, Vol. VIII, No. 44, P. 2.

Fine Pictures.  Remember that DeShong’s is the place if you wish to get the best style of Picture.  His Melainotypes surpass all others in richness of tone, warmth of expression, completeness of detail, and boldness of feature.  For durability there is no question of their superiority.  They will receive a fall without a fracture—a bend without injury; may be washed off when soiled, be handled without the face being marred.  They are susceptible of high and very beautiful coloring.

W, H. DeShong, 181 main street, has the exclusive right of Memphis, for making the Melainotype Patent.  m10.                                                                                                           

Advertisement ran from May 10 to July 12, 1857.

1857 May 10.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  May 10, 1857, Vol. VIII, No. 44, P. 3.

DeShong’s Gallery.—One of the attractions of Memphis is DeShong’s Gallery, where the type of anybody or anything is taken in as beautiful and true style as can be done in any city of the Union.  DeShong is a rare artists and he employs none but the best artist in his establishment.  Beauty is embalmed by him in living expression.  Manliness finds its best and truest preservative in his artistic skill and in the soft light which his instruments shed upon the human features.  His postures are always appropriate, graceful and poetic, while the drapery with which he manages to embellish his pictures add to the charm which good drapery ever gives to art.  Go and see DeShong, if you ever visit Memphis!

1857 July 23.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  July 23, 1857, Vol. VIII, No. 107, P. 2.

Babies Taken!  Young America Struck Off!  Young Ladies’ Beauty Preserved!  Old Folks will Always get the Best!  Young Men taken With Or Without Moustache!  DeShong, With his Melaneotype process, can make a true likeness of anything that will cast a shade.  Remember that he has the exclusive right of Memphis for the Melaneotype patent.  He also makes all other styles of Pictures that are worth making at all.

Remember his No. 181 Main street, over Jones, Brown & Co.’s opposite Worsham House.  je23.

Advertisement ran from June 23 to September 13, 1857.

1857 September 15.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  September 15, 1857, Vol. VIII, No. 153, P. 2.

Great Excitement!  People Moving!  Grand Rush for DeShong’s Beautiful Melainotypes!  Remember, he has the exclusive right of Memphis for this new and beautiful style of picture.

Remember his No. 181 Main Street, opposite the Worsham House, over Jones, Brown & Co.’s..

DeShong has just received another lot of fine Lockets, Pins, fancy cases, &c.  sep15.

Advertisement ran from September 15 to December 19, 1857.

1857 September 17.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  September 17, 1857, Vol. VIII, No. 155, P. 3.

Our friend DeShong, at his gallery on the corner of Adams and Main streets, has a perfect rush of people to secure one of his inimitable pictures.  All persons wishing to have a daguerreotype or one of the new styles of pictures, should call and see him.  Those beautiful Melainotypes, for which he has the exclusive right, are regarded as the best specimens of art in the city.

1857 December 20.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  December 20, 1857, Vol. VIII, No. 236, P. 2.

Mind Your Stops!  When you are Passing Main street Stop At DeShong’s.  He is now making pictures that are equal, if not better, than any in the States.  Remember, he has the exclusive right of this city for the Melainotype Patent, a style of picture that will never fade.  dec20.             

Advertisement ran from December 20, 1857 to March 2, 1858.

1857 December 20.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  December 20, 1857, Vol. VIII, No. 236, P. 3.

An Artist.—In case of absence, or death, how sweet it is to possess a resemblance of the features of the departed one; to contemplate the smile that once a woke joy in our hearts; to gaze upon lips whose touch has thrilled our soul with rapture; to peer into eyes whose imitative glance reminds us of scenes and memories it is a sad yet happy privilege to recall.  For the power of doing all this, we are indebted to the miniature furnished by the wonderful results of modern science, and it is most desirable that these miniatures should be as accurate as skill can make them.  In DeShong, the celebrated Melainotype artist, Memphis is favored in this respect, as a visit to his gallery on Main street, opposite the Worsham House, will prove.

1858.  Briscoe Center For American History.  The University Of Texas At Austin.    

Receipt for a Melainotype purchased at DeShong’s “Great Western Depot of Daguerreotype, Ambrotype and Melainotype Goods, “Memphis, Tennessee”

1858 April 15.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  April 15, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 23, P. 1.

One Dollar.  Owing to the great scarcity of money, DeShong is now offering his beautiful Melainotypes at the low price on One Dollar.  DeShong is acknowledged to be one of the best artists in the States.  Remember, he has the exclusive right of Memphis for the Melainotype patent.  His gallery is 181 Main street, opposite the Worsham House. 

Advertisement ran from April 15 to July 13, 1858.

1858 July 14.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  July 14, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 100, P. 2.

DeShong’s Pictures Still all the Rage.  Persons wishing the best style should not fail to give him a call.  He is now assisted by Mr. G. M. Thomas, who is acknowledged to be one of the best artists in the States.

Remember that DeShong has the exclusive right of Memphis for the Melainotype Patent.  His Gallery is 181 Main street, opposite the Worsham House. 

Advertisement ran from July 14 to August3, 1858.

1858 November 4.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  November 4, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 197, P. 3.

Premium Pictures.—People will inquire no longer where to get pictures, when they learn that Thomas, at DeShong’s Gallery, 180 Main street, opposite the Worsham House is Making Malameotypes (on iron plates) as cheap, if not cheaper, than those worthless glass pictures made elsewhere.  Recollect—first premium awarded to Thomas for the best pictures at every fair where exhibited.

Advertisement ran on November 4 to 6, 1858.

1858 November 4.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  November 4, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 197, P. 3.

We are informed through the press that a great blessing has been conferred on this community by the introduction of a cheap Gallery.  we doubt that the people of Memphis will consider it a greater blessing when they learn that Thomas, at DeShong’s, is making pictures as cheap, if not cheaper, and warranted fifty per cent better, or no pay required.

Advertisement ran on November 4 & 5, 1858.

1858 November 9.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  November 9, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 201, P. 3.

To The Citizens of Memphis.—A certain humbug establishment in this city say they have eight premiums awarded them—have sixteen years experience.  They wish to know what more can be said in their favor.  Thomas, at DeShong’s will state for their favor, that he has a little boy under his charge, not thirteen years old, has not had sixteen weeks’ experience(not years), who will bet his own money —$50—he can beat them making pictures.

Thomas bets two to one on the boy.

Thomas bets $100 they never got eight premiums—not even one; bets twenty to one they will never get one in Memphis.

First premium to Thomas throughout the South and West.  Got the fixings as proof.

Thomas, at DeShong’s, is working cheaper, and warranted 100 per cent. Better, or no pay required.

Thomas does not wish to boast or humbug.  The above is to let the people know where the best pictures in the world are made.

Thomas will stand up to all he says.  Call and see if I am not right.  Will make your pictures for nothing if you don’t think so.

1858 November 10.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  November 10, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 202, P. 3.

Memphis Against The World.—Thomas, at DeShong’s, will compare malaneotypes and ambrotypes, for superiority, with any body in the world, for $500—more or less.  The pictures are his own productions, and mostly citizens of Memphis.  Call and see them.  They cost less than elsewhere.

Let the people of Memphis recollect that Thomas will make 50 per cent. Better pictures than the great humbug establishment, or no pay required.  I will do what I say.  Rooms 180 Main street.

Advertisement ran on November 10 & 11, 1858.

1858 November 12.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  November 12, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 204, P. 3.

Premium Pictures.—Let the people recollect where they are made.  Thomas had no opposition at Fall Fairs, never expected any—sufficient evidence of their superiority over all others, they are not brought from the North.  Warranted 100 per cent. Better than at the great Humbug Depot, or no pay required—all at DeShong’s, 180 Main street.

1858 November 13.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  November 13, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 205, P. 3.

Premium Pictures.—Thomas, at DeShong’s, is making Pictures as cheap as elsewhere and warranted 5 per cent. Better or no pay required.  First premium awarded to Thomas at every State Fair, South and West, were exhibited.

1858 November 17.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  November 17, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 208, P. 3.

One hundred persons at least, collected at DeShong’s yesterday, disgusted with their steam portraits made on green window glass—“serves them right,” coming to their senses at last.  First premium awarded to Thomas, at DeShong’s, throughout the South and West; one hundred present better or no pay required and cheaper than elsewhere.

Advertisement ran on November 18 & 19, 1858.

1858 November 20.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  November 20, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 211, P. 3.

The reason everybody are now getting pictures at DeShong’s, is they say Thomas, took the first premium everywhere, without even any opposition.  No one has the presumption to compare pictures when he is in the field—sufficient evidence of their great superiority over all others.  AS cheap as elsewhere.  Warranted 100 per cent. Better; or no pay required.

1858 November 25.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  November 25, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 215, P. 3.

Premium Pictures.—Let the people recollect that Thomas, at DeShong’s, has been awarded first Premiums throughout the South and West for the finest pictures.  Warrants them 50 per cent. Better and as cheap as elsewhere, or no pay required.

Everybody says that Thomas’ pictures, at DeShong’s, are the finest they have ever seen in any part of the world.  They are mostly of citizens of Memphis.

1858 November 30.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  November 3, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 219, P. 3.

Premium Pictures.—Everybody that has visited the northern cities, and traveled throughout Europe, pronounce Thomas’ Ambrotypes and melaneotypes, (at DeShong’s Gallery,) the finest specimens of the art they have ever seen, in any art of the world.  They cost no more than elsewhere, and are warranted 100 per cent finer, or no pay required.  First Premium awarded to Thomas, at every Fair South and West.

1858 December 12.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  December 12, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 230, P. 3.

We are often asked by strangers where the best pictures are to be had?  We would here through the press answer all.  We say, go to DeShong’s Gallery, 188 Main Street.  Mr. DeShong is now assisted by Mr. Benjamin, whose pictures stand unrivalled, Call and see for yourselves, and be convinced.  d12.

Advertisement ran from December 12, 1858 to January 15, 1859.

1859 January 18.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  January 18, 1859, Vol. X, No. 14, P. 3.

Beautiful Pictures.—Messrs. Bingham & DeShong, 181 Main street, take the melainotype pictures on the iron plate, which will neither break or fade.  They are undoubtedly the best and prettiest pictures made.

Children’s Picture’s.—parents wishing pictures of their children can get them fac simile of Messrs. Bingham & DeShong, at the premium gallery, opposite the Worsham House.  Every attention will be paid to the cases of children, and their restlessness will be met with cheerful patience.

1859 March 17.  Atlanta Weekly Intelligencer.  (Atlanta, Georgia.)  March 17, 1859, New Series-Vol. 2, No. 21, P. 1.

De Shong’s Daguerrean Gallery.  We would be doing an act of careless injustice, did we not call the attention of the reader to the art daguerreotyoic (sic.), as it is managed by the skillful De Shong, of Clark’s ‘Marble Place.’

For softness, fine drapery, and beauty of finish, we have never see De Shong’s pictures surpassed.  A friend, in whom we have great confidence, who examined, carefully, the large collections of daguerreotypes at the New York Chrystal Palace, says that in his estimation, there was nothing there to equal the pictures taken by the Artist of the Marble Palace.

Mr. W. H. DeShong has on the third floor of Mr. Clark’s establishment—a suit of rooms that are splendidly furnished with fine carpets, curtains, sofas, chairs, tables, a piano, (the sweetest toned thing we ever heard,) and a self-water-supplying wash stand.  The American artist are allowed (in this art) to be the best in the world and it would not be too much to say that in the ranks Mr. De Shong stands among the first.

There is a picture there of our young friend, Charles M. Denie, as handsome as the original, with a piece of manuscript in his hand.  The writing is perfectly legible and distinct.  This feat has been attempted by artist in Nashville, Cincinnati, New York and Philadelphia, and none ever succeeded.  Mr. De Shong, therefore, belongs the credit of being the first and only one who has triumphed over the difficulty of a quarrel between two minutes.  We would advise our friends in city or country to call and examine Mr. D.’s pictures and superior instruments for themselves.—[Mem. Whig.

1859 March 27.  Memphis Daily Appeal.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  March 27, 1859, Vol. X, No. 72, P. 3.

Premium Gallery.—Bingham & DeShong Main street, opposite the Worsham House, continue to make those celebrated Melainotypes, known to be the very best pictures now made.  Recollect premium gallery. 180 Main street.

1859 March 31.  Atlanta Weekly Intelligencer.  (Atlanta, Georgia.)  March 31, 1859, New Series-Vol. 2, No. 23, P. 1.

Mr. De Shong’s Daguerrian Gallery.  Those wishing life-like pictures, will do well to call on Mr. De Shong, over Shackleford’s Auction Store on Whitehall Street.  He is certainly master of the art—Ambrotypes and all other types, except Printers’ types.  He has the ‘leatherotype,” which can be sent in a letter from friend to friend, as conveniently as a bank bill can be sent.  We repeat, those wishing pictures of any “type,” would do well to call on Mr. De Shong.

1859 April 9.  The Memphis Daily Avalanche.  (Memphis, Tennessee.)  April 9, 1859, Vol. III, No. 66, Whole No. 376, P. 7.

Premium Pictures.—If you wish a picture made at the Premium Gallery, 180 Main street, opposite the Worsham House, is the place, and that is the only place you can procure those celebrated Melainotypes.  Finest sky and slide light in the South, the neatest furnished reception room in town, and a splendid piano, for the amusement of the ladies.  Deshong & Bingham.

1859 June 29.  The Daily Constitutionalist.  (Augusta, Georgia.)  June 29, 1859, Vol. 14, No. 153, P. 2.

Married…In Atlanta W. H. DeShong and Miss S. C. Jones.

1859 November 18.  Columbus Daily Times.  (Columbus, Georgia.)  November 18, 1859, Vol. VII, P. 2.

Fire in Atlanta.  The principal houses burnt were occupied as follows…DeShong’s daguerrean gallery…

1859 November 18.  Daily Morning News.  (Savannah, Georgia.)  November 18, 1859, Vol. X, No. 271, P. 2.

Destructive Fire In Atlanta!  Two Children Burned To Death.  Loss 300,000 Dollars.  Atlanta, Nov. 17—A destructive fire, consuming a very large amount of property, occurred here yesterday morning.  The fire broke out at half-past eleven o’clock on Wednesday night, and continued burning until two o’clock this morning.  It originated in the drug store, near Shackelford’s auction rooms, and extended to the Fulton Bank, laying the Intelligencer office in ruins, and burning the next two blocks in Whitehall street.  Itb also burnt Markham’s blocks, up Alabama street, to Down’s grocery.  It extended up Whitehall street to Holbrook’s hat store…

Deshong’s Daguerreotype establishment…

1859 November 19.  Daily Chronicle & Sentinel.  (Augusta, Georgia.)  November 19, 1859, Vol. XXIII, No. 273, P. 2.

From the Atlanta American of Thursday, 17th. Destructive Conflagration in Atlanta—Loss of Life.  A few minutes after eleven o’clock last night, our citizens were aroused by an alarm of fire, which originated in a wooden building  adjoining the fine building of Beach & Root on the East side Whitehall street…

West Side of Whitehall Street.—

…Brick store occupied by Cutting & Stone, Dry Goods.  Stock$22,000.  Insurance $10,000.  Loss $12,000.  Building owned by Wm. Markham—not insured.

The second floor of these buildings was occupied by B. Baker, A. W. Stone, and J. W. Duncan, as Law Offices, and W. H. DeShong, Daguerrean Artist.  Loss unknown—probably $3.500…

1859 November 19.  The Daily Dispatch.  (Richmond, Virginia.)  November 19, 1859, Vol. XVI, No. 121, P.1.

The Fire At Atlanta.—The fire at Atlanta, Ga., Wednesday night, originated in a drug store, near Shackelford’s auction room, and burnt to the Fulton Bank.  The Intelligencer newspaper office is in ruins, and two of the next blocks up Whitehall Street.  The flames then spread from Markum corner up Alabama street to Dunn’s grocery, and thence up Whitehall street to Holbrook’s hat store.  The principal property destroyed was…Deehong’s (sic.) daguerreotype gallery…

1859 November 19.  The Daily Exchange.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  November 19, 1859, Vol. IV, No. 540, P.1.

Atlanta, Nov. 17.—A fire broke out here last night at 11 o’clock and burnt until 2 o’clock this morning, consuming much valuable property.  It originated in a drug store, near Shackelford’s auction room, and burnt to the Fulton Bank.  The Intelligencer newspaper office is in ruins, and two of the next blocks up Whitehall Street.  The flames then spread from Markum corner up Alabama street to Down’s grocery, and thence up Whitehall street to Holbrook’s hat store.  The principal property destroyed was…Deehong’s (sic.) daguerreotype gallery…

1859 November 23.  New Orleans Daily Crescent.  (New Orleans, Louisiana.)  November 23, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 222, P. 3.

Destructive Fire In Atlanta, Georgia.  Three Children Burnt Up.  A most destructive fire broke out in Atlanta, Ga. At a late hour on Wednesday night last, by which two lives were lost, and property to the amount of $125,000 to $150,000 was destroyed.  The buildings destroyed were the following:…

The second floor of these buildings was occupied by B. Baker, A. W. Stone and J. W. Duncan, as law offices, and W. H. DeShong, daguerrean artist.  Loss unknown—probably $3,500.

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

Deale, M. H.

Ambrotype Car, Ambrotypes, , , , ,

1856                Address Unknown, Abbeville, South Carolina.

1856                Address Unknown, Lowndesville, South Carolina.[1]

1857                Address Unknown, Abbeville, South Carolina.

1850 June 1.  The Abbeville Banner.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  June 1, 1850, Vol. VII, No. 10, P. 3.

Give us a Call.  The undersigned avail themselves of this opportunity to inform the citizens of Abbeville and vicinity, that they are still carrying on at this place an extensive business in their line, and are constantly manufacturing Carriages, Buggies, &c. in the very best and latest styles, which they offer upon the most reasonable terms.  They are also prepared to do Repairing in all its branches with neatness and dispatch.  Persons wishing such articles would do well to give us a call.  M. H. & F. A. Deale.

N. B. A lot of Carriages and Buggies always on hand.  M. H. & F. A. D.

1855 January 26.  The Independent Press.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  January 26, 1855, Vol. 2, No. 2, Whole Number 91, P. 3.

Save Your Money. We, The Undersigned, Builders of Carriages, Buggies, &c., at the old stand of M. H. & F. A. Deale…

1856 August 21.  The Abbeville Banner.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  August 21, 1856, Vol. XIII, No. 18, P. 2.

Ambrotypes.  We would call the attention of the public to the card of M. H. Deale, published in another column.  Having fitted out an elegant Car, and being supplied with the best of materials, he will be ready in a few days to take Likenesses for any person desiring them, in the finest style of the art.

1856 August 21.  The Abbeville Banner.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  August 21, 1856, Vol. XIII, No. 18, P. 2.

The Ambrotype Car Will Be Out In A Few Days!  M. H. Deale, Agent, would respectfully say to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Abbeville and vicinity, that he will be ready by the 27th inst., to take those beautiful Pictures on Glass called Ambrotypes.  These Pictures are the finest ever produced by light.  They are far superior to the Daguerreotype, both in looks and durability; the tone is soft, and they can be seen in any light.

Persons wanting Pictures, will please call as early as possible, as my stay will be short at this place.  He pledges himself to give satisfaction in all cases, or no charge.  Pictures taken as well in cloudy weather as clear.  Operating hours from 8 until 2 o’clock.

P. S.—Ladies will find that dark dresses will add much to the beauty of the Picture.  August 20, 1856.

Advertisement ran from August 21 to September 4, 1856.

1856 August 22.  The Independent Press.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  August 22, 1856, Vol. 4, No. 16, Whole Number 172, P. 2.

The Ambrotype Car Will Be Out In A Few Days!  M. H. Deale, Agent, would respectfully say to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Abbeville and vicinity, that he will be ready by the 27th instant, to take those beautiful Pictures on Glass called Ambrotypes.  These Pictures are the finest ever produced by light.  They are far superior to the Daguerreotype, both in looks and durability; the tone is soft, and they can be seen in any light.

Persons wanting Pictures, will please call as early as possible, as my stay will be short at this place.  He pledges himself to give satisfaction in all cases, or no charge.  Pictures taken as well in cloudy weather as clear.  Operating hours from 8 until 2 o’clock.

P. S.—Ladies will find that dark dresses will add much to the beauty of the Picture.  August 20, 1856.

Advertisement ran from August 22 to September 5, 1856.

1856 September 11.  The Abbeville Banner.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  September 11, 1856, Vol. XIII, No. 21, P. 2.

Ambrotypes.  Ambrotype Deale Can now respectfully say to the Ladies and Gentlemen around about Abbeville, that the Car is completed, and he is now taking some of the finest, best and prettiest Ambrotypes that have ever been taken in the United States.  His outfit is inferior to none, and he knows he can copy the “human face divine” on Glass, as good as any artist.  Portraits or Daguerreotypes faithfully copied and set in Pins, Rings, Lockets, or any of the various kinds of Cases.

He will remain in town a short time, and will take pleasure in pleasing all who may favor him with a call.  Pictures taken as well in cloudy weather as clear.  Operating hours from 8 until 2 o’clock.  Sept. 10, 1856.

Advertisement ran from September 11 to October 2, 1856.

1856 September 12.  The Independent Press.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  September 12, 1856, Vol. 4, No. 19, Whole Number 175, P. 2.

Ambrotypes.  Ambrotype Deale Can now respectfully say to the Ladies and Gentlemen around about Abbeville, that the Car is completed, and he is now taking some of the finest, best and prettiest Ambrotypes that have ever been taken in the United States.  His outfit is inferior to none, and he knows he can copy the “human face divine” on Glass, as good as any artist.  Portraits or Daguerreotypes faithfully copied and set in Pins, Rings, Lockets, or any of the various kinds of Cases.

He will remain in town a short time, and will take pleasure in pleasing all who may favor him with a call.  Pictures taken as well in cloudy weather as clear.  Operating hours from 8 until 1 o’clock.  Sept. 10, 1856.

Advertisement ran from September 12 to October 10, 1856.

1856 September 12.  The Independent Press.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  September 12, 1856, Vol. 4, No. 19, Whole Number 175, P. 2.

Ambrotype Portraits.  It has become so universally fashionable to have pictures taken that the question these days is not, “Shall I go and have mine taken?”  but “Where shall I go to get the best?”  To all such as may be making the latter enquiry, we reply by advising an immediate visit to Mr. Deale’s new and elegant Ambrotype Car, which is now complete in all its appointments, and will remain in our village a short while for the accommodation of those desiring portraits.  Mr. Deale is evidently master of his profession, and having all the necessary apparatus new and of the most approved style, it is impossible, we take it, for any judge of a picture to be dissatisfied with his work.  We have seen specimens from several of the largest establishments in this country, and our honest opinion is that Mr. Deale’s pictures will compare with any of them.

The Ambrotype is so manifestly superior to the daguerreotype that the latter now has no “place in the picture.”  A good ambrotype (such as Mr. Deale executes) resembles very much the best style of steel-plate portrait, but is of course a more accurate sketch of the original.  The shape and proportion of the features are given perfectly, which can never be done by the engraver of plates.

It is undoubtedly a great satisfaction to one to have a correct portrait of a departed friend; and as life is fleeting, it were well to make haste to secure the shadow ere the substance passes from the light.

1856 October 9.  The Abbeville Banner.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  October 9, 1856, Vol. XIII, No. 25, P. 2.

M. H. Deale, Ambrotype Artist, Is still in town, and would respectfully say to the Ladies and Gentlemen of the village and vicinity, that he will remain here until the 18th.  His intention is to give all a chance of procuring one or more of his beautiful and never-fading Ambrotypes.          Oct. 8,

Advertisement ran from October 9 to 23, 1856.

1856 October.  Partner with the Sun South Carolina Photographers 1840-1940.  Harvey S. Teal. P. 40.

In October Deale notified the small village of Lowndesville that he would visit them in his Celebrated Ambrotype Car.

1857 June 5.  The Independent Press.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  June 5, 1857, Vol. 5, No. 5, Whole Number 213, P. 3.

Ambrotype Deale Would respectfully inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Abbeville and vicinity, that he intends visiting the above place in a few days, with his Celebrated Car, for the purpose of giving all a chance of procuring one or more of his beautiful Glass Pictures, called Ambrotypes.  Persons wanting Pictures will please call as early as possible as his stay will be short.

Operating hours, from Eight o’clock A. M. until Two P. M.

1857 June 11.  The Abbeville Banner.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  June 11, 1857, Vol. XIV, No. 7, P. 3.

Ambrotype Deale Would respectfully inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Abbeville and vicinity, that he intends visiting the above place in a few days, with his Celebrated Car, for the purpose of giving all a chance of procuring one or more of his beautiful Glass Pictures, called Ambrotypes.  Persons wanting Pictures will please call as early as possible as his stay will be short.

Operating hours, from Eight o’clock A. M. until Two P. M.

1857 June 12.  The Independent Press.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  June 12, 1857, Vol. 5, No. 6, Whole Number 214, P. 2.

Ambrotypes.  By reference to his advertisement it will be seen that M. H. Deale is once more among us, with his Ambrotype Car; and is prepared to execute finished likenesses.  Having seen many specimens of his skill we can cordially commend him to public patronage.

1857 June 12.  The Independent Press.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  June 12, 1857, Vol. 5, No. 6, Whole Number 214, P. 3.

Ambrotypes.  M. H. Deale, Artist, Would respectfully say to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Abbeville and vicinity, that he is now in the village, and ready to take Ambrotypes of the very finest finish.  Operating hours from 8 o’clock, A. M., to 2 o’clock, P. M.  Banner copy, June 11.

1857 June 18.  The Abbeville Banner.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  June 18, 1857, Vol. XIV, No. 8, P. 4.

Ambrotypes.  M. H. Deale, Artist, Would respectfully inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Abbeville and vicinity that he is now in the village, and ready to take Ambrotypes, of the very finest finish.

Operating hours, from 8 o’clock A. M., to 2 P. M.

Advertisement ran from June 18 to July 9, 1857.

1857 July 2.  The Abbeville Banner.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  July 2, 1857, Vol. XIV, No. 10, P. 3.

The State of South Carolina Abbeville District.  Milton H. Deale, who is now in the custody of Sheriff of Abbeville District, by virtue of a writ of capias ad satisfaciendum, at the suit of Spencer F. Smith, having field in my office, together with a schedule, on oath, of his estate and effects, his petition to the Court of Common Pleas, praying that he may be admitted to the benefit of the Acts of the General Assembly, made for the relief of insolvent debtors—

It is ordered, that the said Spencer F. Smith, and all others the creditors to whom the said Milton H. Deale is in any wise indebted, be, and they are hereby summoned, and have notice to appear, before the said Court, at Abbeville Court House, on Monday, the fifth day of October next, to show cause, if any they can, why the prayer of the petition aforesaid, should not be granted.  Matthew McDonald, C. C. P.  Office of Common Pleas, Abberville District, this 30th June, 1857. [2]

[1] Partner with the Sun South Carolina Photographers 1840-1940

[2] This is possibly the same M. H. Deal Ambrotypist.

Davis, William

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, , ,

1853-1855       117 Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland.[1]

1856-1857       Over 93 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland.1

1858-1860       121 Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland.1

1864-1868       63 East Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland.1

1854 January 20.  The Sun.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  January 20, 1854, Vol. XXXIV, No. 21, P. 2.

Proclamation By The President Of The United States!—Whereas, it has been ascertained that certain Filibusters are in the habit of blowing their horn pretty loud about their Daguerreotypes, the public are politely requested to call and examine those made by Davis, No. 117 Baltimore Street, Corner Of South, for One Dollar.  They are certainly beautiful Daguerreotypes and also correct Likenesses.  Give him a trial, by all means.   

1858 August 16.  The Daily Exchange.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  August 16, 1858, Vol. I, No. 150, P.2.

W. Davis Ambrotype and Photograph Gallery.  No. 121 Baltimore Street, three doors above South, Baltimore. 

Advertisement ran from August 16, 1858 to February 25, 1859.

[1] Directory Of Maryland Photographers 1839-1900.

Davis, R.

Ambrotypes, Photographs, , , , , , , , ,

1859                80 Middle Street, Portland, Maine.

1859 February 22.  Portland Weekly Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  February 22, 1859, Vol. 59, No. 8, P. 3.

The Best Place In Portland….To Get A….Good Daguerreotype, Ambrotype or Photographic Likeness Is at Carleton’s Old Stand, by Carleton & Davis, No. 80 Middle Street.

1860 October 16.  Maine Democrat.  (Saco, Maine.)  October 16, 1860. Vol. XXXII, No. 12, P. 2.

Cattle Show and Fair.  The Cattle Show and Fair of the York County Agricultural Society was held in this town last week, commencing on Tuesday…List of Contributors…

D. M. Owen, Saco—Stereoscope.

Dr. J. Mason, Saco—Revolving stereoscope; silver butter knife; Portemonnaies; ring.

E. H. McKenney, Biddeford—Ambrotypes and Photographs; boxes honey.

Burnham Bros., Portland—Photographs.

1860 October 30.  Maine Democrat.  (Saco, Maine.)  October 30, 1860. Vol. XXXII, No. 14, P. 2.

Premiums—…On Paintings…

The photographs contributed by Burnham Brothers of Portland, were very finely executed, and added much to the interest of the exhibition, we award them Diploma.

The Photographs by McKenney, of Biddeford, we consider very true to life and well executed; we award him Diploma and gratuity of $1.00

Family Groups, Photographs by Davis of Saco, but not entered by him are fine Pictures, we award Davis Diploma.

Davis, Philemon

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

1855-1856       1 Winter Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]                       

1855-1868       2 Winter Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1856 September 30.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  September 30, 1856, No. 10,362, P. 2.

To The Public.  A good daguerreotype of any size or in any style, may be obtained at Davis & Co.’s, corner Winter and Washington streets.  Ambrotypes made by Davis & Co. cannot be surpassed.  Davis & Co. are at the rooms formerly occupied by James & Co.

1856 October 3.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 3, 1856, No. 10,365, P. 4.

Ambrotypes For 25 Cents!  Davis & Co. execute Ambrotypes for 25 cents, at the Great Daguerrean establishment, corner of Winter and Washington sts.

1856 October 3.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 3, 1856, No. 10,365, P. 4.

To The Public.  The report that James & Co., have removed from the daguerreotype establishment at the corner of Winter and Washington streets, is incorrect, Mr. D. E. James has retired from the late firm of James & Co., and is now no way connected with the establishment at the corner of Winter and Washington streets.  Davis & Co.

1856 October 14.  Daily Evening Traveler.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 14, 1856, Vol. XII, No. 166, P. 2.

Twenty-five Cent Ambrotypes.  The popular and enterprising house of Davis & Co., (formerly James & Co.) corner of Winter and Washington streets, having procured the necessary apparatus, are now prepared to execute Ambrotypes in the most perfect and beautiful manner, for Twenty-five Cents!

Daguerreotypes taken for twenty-five cents, as usual.

1856 October 25.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 25, 1856, No. 10,389, P. 2.

Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes are executed in a superior manner for 25 Centsat the corner of Winter and Washington streets, by Davis & Co.

The original 25 Cent Daguerrian Establishment is the only reliable place to visit in the city, if you wish for Pictures in any style.

Advertisement ran from October 25 to 28, 1856.

1856 October 29.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 29, 1856, No. 10,387, P. 2.

Ambrotypes.

It is said by a man,—we won’t call his name—

It might be a libel on the name of St. James,—

That the grandfather of Ambrotypes” abides at his place,

And that all who call there may look on his face.

Those that have seen him say he’s ugly and old,

And that in their visit they were wretchedly sold.

Be this as it may, at Davis & Co.’s,

The young Ambrotype the best pictures shows of any in town.

Unlike the old “grandfather,” he never is “cross,”

And to make a good picture is ne’er at a loss;

He treats visitors well, nor sends them away

With a very poor picture after getting the pay;

Nor says “if they don’t like it they may do as they please;”

He never is up to such tricks as these.

1856 November 11.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  November 11, 1856, No. 10,398, P. 2.

Old Daguerreotypes are copied in a superior manner by Davis & Co., at the corner of Winter and Washington streets.  Davis & Co. also execute Daguerreotypes and Ambrotypes for 25 cents, at the original 25 cent Daguerrean Rooms, corner of Winter street.

Advertisement ran from November 11 To 13, 1856.

1856 November 15.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  November 15, 1856, No. 10,402, P. 2.

If you wish for a picture of yourself or of a friend, visit the original 25 cent Daguerrean establishment corner of Winter and Washington streets.  You can there get a correct likeness for 25 cents.  Davis & Co. are proprietors of these well established rooms, and all who visit them are sure to be pleased.  Davis & Co. execute ambrotypes for 25 cents.

1856 November 18.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  November 18, 1856, No. 10,404, P. 2.

A Good Daguerreotype or a good Ambrotype may be had for 25 cents at Davis & Co.’s Daguerrean establishment, corner of Winter and Washington streets.  Visit Davis & Co.’s rooms before going elsewhere, if you wish for satisfactory pictures at low prices.

1856 November 24.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  November 24, 1856, No. 10,409, P. 2.

That Double Camera owned by Davis & Co., at the corner of Winter and Washington streets, is a perfect wonder in the Daguerrean art.  It makes two correct Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypees of every person who looks at it, and the price for taking a peep at this wonderful instrument is 25 cents.  If there is a person who has not seen the Double Camera we would advise them to visit Davis & Co.’s rooms, corner Winter and Washington streets.

1856 November 25.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  November 25, 1856, No. 10,410, P. 2.

Five Hundred Daguerreotypes and Ambrotypes are executed daily at Davis & Co’s original 25 cent Daguerrean establishment, corner of Winter and Washington streets.

1856 November 28.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  November 28, 1856, No. 10,411, P. 2.

Important Information.  The only place in Boston where both Ambrotypes and daguerreotypes are taken for 25 cents, is at Davis & Co.’s rooms, corner of Winter and Washington streets.  At Davis & Co.’s you can examine specimens and have your choice either Ambrotype or Daguerreotype for 25 cents.

1856 December 1.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  December 1, 1856, No. 10,413, P. 2.

A Curiosity.  A tall man on a tall ladder, doing a tall business, by erasing his name from a tall sign to prevent the public from gazing on a name now cast into outer darkness and oblivion, there to remain unmolested forever.  Daves & Co. execute Daguerreotypes for 25 cents; also Ambrotypes for 25 cents; at the corner of Winter and Washington streets.

1856 December 10.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  December 10, 1856, No. 10,421, P. 2.

For good Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypes visit Davis & Co., corner Winter and Washington streets.  You can get either at this place for 25 cents, and be sure of a correct likeness.

1856 December 13.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  December 13, 1856, No. 10,424, P. 4.

Robbery!  Robbery!  We consider it an imposition upon the public, and no better than robbery for miserable imitators to advertise Ambrotypes for 25 cents, and then humbug the few who visit their miserable hovels, supposing them to be respectable places, by giving them miserable pictures, such as are a disgrace to any respectable rooms, also to the man who pretends to execute them.  Davis & Co., corner of Winter and Washington streets, execute the genuine Ambrotype for 25 cents, and it is the only place in Boston where you can rely upon having a good picture for 25 cents.

1856 December 24.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  December 24, 1856, No. 10,423, P. 2.

Citizens and strangers, we call your attention

To the Daguerrean establishment on Winter street,

As it is the only place worthy of mention,

Where pictures are executed correct, life-like, and cheap.

The present proprietors of this popular place

Are determined to please and give satisfaction,

Then he not deceive by those who themselves disgrace,

By making pictures that are a mere imitation.

Good Daguerreotypes make beautiful presents,

And are very appropriate at any time;

You can procure them for twenty-five cents.

And they will both correctness and beauty combine.

The Daguerreotype house of Davis & Co.

Is on Washington, corner of Winter street,

Where hundreds of our citizens daily go,

And have their pictures taken fine and neat.

Davis & Co. have on hand a large assortment of Cases, Lockets, &c., suitable for Christmas or New Years presents, which they will dispose of at low prices, with Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypes of any size or style.

Remember their rooms are corner of Winter and Washington streets.

1857 September.  The Daguerreotype.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  September 1857, Vol. 3, N. P.

Patent Double Camera, This is the only Double Camera no In New England! Or that ever has been in use by any concern.  We have the Exclusive Right To Use It, and do not make our patrons think its double or triple by inserting False Tubes, but we do take, in reality, two perfect pictures at one  sitting.  This is no child’s story, but is a matter of fact which may be tested by the customer who has the privilege of seeing both pictures.  The Double Camera is by far The Highest Point Attained as yet in this department.

Davis & Company.

1858 January.  Ninth Plate Ambrotype and advertising card.  (in my collection.)

Davis & Co.’s Original 25 Cent Ambrotype Rooms, Cor. Winter & Washington St. Boston.

Davis & Co. are now executing from three to four hundred Pictures per day and giving better satisfaction than any other Establishment in New England.

Particular attention given to copying, and satisfaction warranted.

N. D.  Ninth Plate Ambrotype and advertising card.  (in my collection.)

Davis & Co.’s Original 25 Cent Ambrotype Rooms, Cor. Winter & Washington St. Boston.

Ambrotypes of all sizes and in every style, equal, if not superior to those made at any other establishment in the world.

Davis & Co. use the only Patent Double Camera now in use in New England.

Particular attention given to copying pictures.

The Daguerreotype is published by Davis & Co. 

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

Davis, Lewis Gilman

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1856-1859       8 Daniel Street, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1859                40 Water Street, Exeter, New Hampshire.

1856 November 8.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  November 8, 1856 Vol. LXVII, No. 45, P. 3.

Pictures for the Million!  Thanksgiving, Christmas And New Year’s Presents.  L. Gilman Davis, No. 8 Daniel Street, Portsmouth, Furnishes Ambrotypes and Daguerreotype Likenesses, made in the best possible manner, at a less price than any other artist east of Boston. 

As the season is approaching when souvenirs, presents, &c. are given and exchanged, we would remind those who follow this time-honored custom, that nothing is more appropriate or more valued by friends than one of these Gems of Art.

Rooms open at all hours of the day.

Daguerreotypes, Paintings, &c. copied at short notice, in the most perfect manner.

Advertisement ran from November 8, 1856 to January 17, 1857.

1857 May 23.  The Portsmouth Journal Of Literature & Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  May 23, 1857, Vol. LXVIII, No. 21, P. 3.

Reopened.  The long established and popular Daguerrean Gallery at No. 8 Daniel Street, having been thoroughly refitted, will be reopened for the reception of visitors, on Monday, May 26, with superior facilities than ever before for making all kinds of Pictures.

Ambrotypes as near perfect as a Picture can be; finished in the best style and warranted.

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, &c. unrivaled in their beauty of finish and life-like truthfulness, will be made for the lowest possible price.

Please call and examine specimens.

Advertisement ran from May 23 to August 22, 1857.

1858 July 26.  Exeter News Letter and Rockingham Advertiser.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  July 26, 1858, Vol. XXVIII, No. 17, P. 3.

Photographs & Ambrotypes The Davis Brothers having opened a first Class Photograph Gallery at No. 8, Daniel Street, are prepared to execute all kinds of Photographic Pictures in a style that cannot be excelled in this country.  Photographs life size colored or plain, made from old Daguerreotypes of any size.  Having also the Patent Ambrotype Right, particular attention will be made to this branch of the business, and every variety of Cases kept for sale.

We have the best Instrument to be procured and facilities for the prosecution of our business such as cannot be enjoyed by travelling or country artists.

Davis Brothers, No. 8 Daniel Street, Portsmouth, N. H.

Advertisement ran from July 26, 1858 to January 31, 1859

1858 August 7.  The Portsmouth Journal Of Literature & Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  August 7, 1858, Vol. LXIX, No. 32, P. 3.

Photographs.  We are now prepared to execute these Pictures in a style rarely equaled and never excelled in this country.

Life size Pictures taken in oil or water colors.—Pictures of any required size copied from old Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypes.

These Pictures are made by an entirely new process and when finished resembles a fine steel engraving.—The muddy and spotted appearance so often noticed in the Photograph is entirely avoided.

Particular attention paid to Ambrotyping , and all work warranted.  Davis Brothers.  No. 3 Daniel Street, Portsmouth.

Advertisement ran from August 7, 1858 to December 17, 1859.

1859 January 31.  Exeter News Letter and Rockingham Advertiser.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  January 31, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 44, P. 3.

Photographs.  Mr. Chas. Davis, of the firm of Davis Bro’s, would inform the citizens of Exeter and vicinity that he has taken rooms at No. 40 Water St., over the store of John L. Lovering, where he is prepared to execute all kinds of Photographic Pictures, in a manner which cannot be surpassed.  Photographs taken of any required size, and colored in oil or water colors.  Ambrotypes, Malenatypes and every other invented picture, made and warranted, at fair prices.

Particular attention paid to copying old Daguerreotypes.  And those having pictures of deceased friends, he would say that, you can have a nice large Photograph, suitable for Framing, taken from the smallest Daguerreotype.  Also, Particular attention paid to Photographing Residences, &c

Every variety of Cases and Frames constantly on hand and for sale cheap.

The public are generally invited to call and examine Specimens.  Remember the No. 40 Water Street, Exeter, N. H.

Advertisement ran from January 31 to December 26, 1859.

1859 October 3.  Exeter News Letter and Rockingham Advertiser.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  October 3, 1859, Vol. XXIX, No. 27, P. 2. & 3.

The Rockingham Fair…Entries in Town Hall.  Needle Work And Fancy Articles…T. E. Boutelle, Exeter, display of photographs and ambrotypes….Davis Brothers, ambrotypes and Photographs.  Premiums On Fancy Articles…Photographs  Davis & Brothers, Exeter, Ambrotypes,  1.00.

The Committee on Needle Work and Miscellaneous articles, have attended to the duty assigned them and report that they have awarded all the money allowed them, but have obliged to pass by a part of the contributions worthy on notice.  Among many others, we especially remember the following…T. E. Boutelle, display of Photographs and Ambrotypes…

Davis, Henry

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1851                Rooms at the Court House, Cadiz, Ohio.

1851-1855       Over Mr. Beall’s Drug Store, Cadiz, Ohio.

1855-1857       West Wing of the Mansion House, Cadiz, Ohio.

1857-1859       Opposite the Mansion House, Cadiz, Ohio.

1851 April 16.  The Cadiz Sentinel.  (Cadiz, Ohio.)  April 16, 1851, Vol. 18, No. 1, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes!!  The undersigned having fitted up his rooms for Daguerreotyping, is ready to take likenesses of the various sizes usually taken.  Rooms at the Court House.  H. Davis.

Advertisement ran from April 16 to May 21, 1851.

1851 May 28.  The Democratic Sentinel and Harrison County Farmer.  (Cadiz, Ohio.)  May 28, 1851, Vol. 18, No. 7, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes!!  The undersigned having fitted up his rooms for Daguerreotyping, is ready to take likenesses of the various sizes usually taken.  Rooms at the Court House.  H. Davis.

Advertisement ran from May 28 to June 18, 1851.

1851 June 4.  The Democratic Sentinel and Harrison County Farmer.  (Cadiz, Ohio.)  June 4, 1851, Vol. 18, No. 8, P. 2.

Should any of our readers wish a correct likeness of either themselves or friends, we advise them to call on Mr. Davis, who has taken rooms in the Court House.  He takes good pictures.

1851 June 25.  The Democratic Sentinel and Harrison County Farmer.  (Cadiz, Ohio.)  June 4, 1851, Vol. 18, No. 11, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes!!  The undersigned having fitted up his rooms for Daguerreotyping, is ready to take likenesses of the various sizes usually taken, in the handsomest styles and most reasonable terms.

I have lately Removed to the room immediately under the Republican Printing Office, and over Mr. Beall’s Drug Store, where I will be happy to accommodate my friends, and the public generally.  ap. 19.  H. Davis.

Advertisement ran from June 25 to August 13, 1851.

1851 August 20.  The Democratic Sentinel and Harrison County Farmer.  (Cadiz, Ohio.)  August 20, 1851, Vol. 18, No. 19, P. 2.

“Oh, wa’d some power the gifte cie us, To see ourselves as others see us!”  Price Reduced! Quick Sales and Small Profit our Motto.  Hit hereto Daguerreotypes have been raised above the reach of many, by the high price at which they were sold, and to bring them within the reach of all, I have concluded to reduce the price.  I will now fit up Likenesses in good style at a reduced price.

Come one come all, “secure the shadow ere the substance fade.”

“Come on, then,

And come when you will,

A perfect likeness you’ll have

If you only sit still.”

Rooms above Beall’s Drug Store.  H. Davis

Advertisement ran from August 20 to October 1, 1851.

1851 October 29.  The Democratic Sentinel and Harrison County Farmer.  (Cadiz, Ohio.) October 29, 1851, Vol. 18, No. 29, P. 2.

H. Davis, Daguerrean Artist.  Rooms Over Beall’s Drug Store. 

Advertisement ran from October 29, 1851 to March 17, 1852.

1851 November 5.  The Democratic Sentinel and Harrison County Farmer.  (Cadiz, Ohio.) November 5, 1851, Vol. 18, No. 30, P. 2.

Do you want a first rate likeness of either yourself or any member of your family?  If so, remember that Davis is the man that can do such things up right.  He will not charge you more than two dollars, and the time may come when you would freely give fifty dollars for a correct likeness of your friends.  So then while they are living and in the bloom of health, secure a perfect picture by calling on Mr. Davis immediately.  His rooms are over Beall’s Drug Store, where specimens may be seen, as also at this office.

1852 August 25.  The Democratic Sentinel and Harrison County Farmer.  (Cadiz, Ohio.)  August 25, 1852, Vol. 18, No. 26, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Mr. Davis has returned to Cadiz, where he intends remaining permanently; and grateful for the liberal patronage extended to him since his return, begs leave to inform the public that he is prepared to take Likenesses in the best and most improved style.

He has discovered a process of taking Likenesses, which obviates that dark shading on one side of the face, so unnatural and foreign to good taste, and distributes the light evenly all over the whole face, and entire person, giving a roundness to the features and a beauty to the expression, not seen in the dark shaded pictures.

He also calls attention to a new mode of taking Likenesses, which gives the picture a rich appearance.  The back ground being of an ivory whiteness, the picture has a prominence and relief that is at once beautiful and commanding.

He is prepared to take Likenesses in groups or singly, of aged persons, or of small children, in all kinds of weather: put up in fancy or plain cases, in lockets, breast pins, or finger-rings: and be the Likeness ever so small, it is as perfect as when on a large scale.  He takes pleasure in inviting all persons to come and examine his specimens, whether they wish Likenesses or not, all shall be made welcome.  Rooms—under the Republican office. 

Advertisement ran from August 25 to September 15, 1852

1852 October 20.  The Democratic Sentinel and Harrison County Farmer.  (Cadiz, Ohio.) October 20, 1852, Vol. 19, No. 26, P. 1.

Report of the premiums at the 6th Annual Fair of Harrison County Agricultural Society, held in Cadiz on the 7th and 8th of the 10th month, 1852….

Best Daguerreotype Likeness, H. Davis .50

1854 January 11.  The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel.  (Cadiz, Ohio.)  January 11, 1854, Vol. 20, No. 37, P. 4.

Transparent Back-ground.  Daguerreotypes taken with the transparent back-ground are unequaled, if softness is desired.

This back-ground throws the image out in Bold relief and renders the surface of the plate invisible.

Daguerreotypes are still taken for one dollar at the room of H. Davis.    October 26, ’53.

Advertisement ran from January 11 to February 1, 1854.

1854 February 1.  The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel.  (Cadiz, Ohio.)  February 1, 1854, Vol. 20, No. 40, P. 3.

H. Davis, Daguerreotypist, Above Beall’s Drug Store. 

Advertisement ran from February 1 to August 16, 1854.

1854 August 16.  The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel.  (Cadiz, Ohio.)  August 16, 1854, Vol. 21, No. 15, P. 3.

New and Splendid assortment of Daguerreotype Stock just received.  Including all sizes and kinds from common to fancy.  Different taste may be gratified on the most reasonable terms, call and examine them.  August 16, 1854.     H. Davis

Advertisement ran from August 16, 1854 to October 24, 1855.

1855 July 11.  The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel.  (Cadiz, Ohio.)  July 11, 1855, Vol. 22, No. 11, P. 3.

Something New.  Stereoscopes may be obtained at Davis’ Daguerrean Rooms.  The advantage of this mode of arrangement in viewing likenesses over the ordinary one is great.

By looking through a lens at a picture, a rounded figure in all its proportions is seen, resembling a marble statue or wax figure.

Every one who has his Daguerreotype taken should have it put up in a stereoscope case.  Call and examine.        H. Davis.  July 4, 1855

Advertisement ran from July 11, to October 17, 1855

1855 October 24.  The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel.  (Cadiz, Ohio.)  October 24, 1855, Vol. 22, No. 26, P. 2.

Sky-Light H. Davis Has Recently A Daguerrean Sky-Light in the West Wing Of The “Mansion House.”  This Sky-Light gives unrivalled depth of tone; softness of light and shade; and perfection of drapery.  Pictures taken on the most reasonable terms, and warranted to please. 

Advertisement ran from October 24, 1855 to August 20, 1856.

1856 August 20.  The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel.  (Cadiz, Ohio.)  August 20, 1856, Vol. 23, No. 16, P. 2.

Ambrotypes.  Pictures on Glass are acknowledged Superior to Daguerreotypes.  H. Davis is taking first class pictures in this new mode.  Call and examine his specimens and get your likeness. 

Advertisement ran from August 20, 1856 to February 25, 1857.

1857 February 4.  The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel.  (Cadiz, Ohio.)  February 4, 1857, Vol. 23, No. 40, P. 2.

Attention!!  I Hereby Announce To The Public, that I am prepared to furnish good Ambrotype Likenesses for fifty cents and upwards.

Now is the time to get cheap and good pictures.  Call and examine my Specimens at the Mansion House.         H. Davis. 

Advertisement ran from February 4 to September 24, 1857.

1857 April 30.  The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel.(Cadiz, Ohio.)  April 30, 1857, Vol. 23, No. 52, P. 2.

Cadiz Business Men.  Our readers who wish to make purchases in Cadiz, or have work done by the mechanics of the place, can find the cards of the following gentlemen in the Sentinel; all of whom we take great pleasure in recommending as good, clever fellows and upright dealers, as is proved by the fact of their patronizing their county papers in the way of advertising:—…Daguerrean Artist.—H. Davis.

1857 September 24.  The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel.  (Cadiz, Ohio.)  September 24, 1857, Vol. 24, No. 21, P. 2.

Removal.  Opposite the “Mansion House,” I have fitted up a large Sky Light Daguerrean Gallery, and will furnish my customers with first class pictures with the latest improvements.

Ambrotypes, or pictures on glass, on patent leather, or on paper, which may be sent in letters to any distance without additional postage.  H. Davis.

1857 September 24.  The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel.  (Cadiz, Ohio.)  September 24, 1857, Vol. 24, No. 21, P. 2.

Removal.  Opposite the “Mansion House,” I have fitted up a large Sky Light Daguerrean Gallery, and will furnish my customers with first class pictures with the latest improvements.

Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, and Photographs, or pictures on glass, on patent leather, or on paper, which may be sent in letters to any distance without additional postage.  H. Davis. 

Advertisement ran from October 1, 1857 to February 10, 1858.

1858 April 21. The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel.  (Cadiz, Ohio.)  April 21, 1858, Vol. 24, No. 49, P. 3.

Likenesses.  Put up in good style at Davis’ mammoth Sky Light Daguerrean Gallery, from this date till after New Year’s day.

Remember that Davis took the first premium and was awarded two diplomas for best specimen of Likenesses at the Harrison county fair in 1857.  April 7, 1858.

Advertisement ran from April 7 to 21, 1858.

1858 April 28. The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel.  (Cadiz, Ohio.)  April 28, 1858, Vol. 24, No. 51, P. 2.

Davis’s Photographic and Ambrotype Gallery.  Thankful for their liberal patronage hitherto; I now take the opportunity of announcing to the citizens of Cadiz and the surrounding Country, that I have just received a large assortment of Daguerrian Stock, and am prepared, by availing myself of the latest improvements, to take first class likenesses, and put them up in plain or fancy cases as the customer may wish, and that on the Most Favorable Terms.

Call and examine my specimens; they will speak for themselves; and convince you that for fineness, clearness ofcomplection [sic.] and brilliancy of drapery, they cannot be equaled.

Entire satisfaction will be given.  Likenesses taken in all kinds of weather.  The best time for taking the likenesses of infants, is between the hours of 10 A. M. and 3 P. M.  Persons having likenesses of deceased or absent friends, can have them copied, and greatly improved.  In taking a number of likenesses a liberal deduction will be made.  April 21, 1858.  H. Davis.

Advertisement ran from April 28 to June 2, 1858.

1859 October 26. The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel.  (Cadiz, Ohio.)  October 26, 1859, Vol. 26, No. 26, P. 1.

Report of the Awarding Committee of the Harrison County Agricultural Society, Held at Cadiz on the 5th, 6th and 7th days of October, A. D. 1859….Ambrotypes…2d Premium…1,00

Davis, G. W.

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1855                136 Main Street, Hartford, Connecticut.[1]

1856-1859       245 Main Street, Hartford, Connecticut.

1856 November 8.  The Connecticut Courant.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  November 8, 1856, Vol. XCIII, No. 4790, P. 1.

Hartford County Fair.  Premiums Awarded by the Hartford County Agricultural Society, Oct 3d, 1856…

 Fine Arts…

N, A, Moore, superior Photographs, Silver Medal.

H. H. Bartlett, superior col. Photographs, Silver Medal.

G. W. Davis, superior Ambrotypes, Silver Medal.

1857 October 10.  The Connecticut Courant.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  October 10, 1857, Vol. XCIV, No. 4838, P. 2.

The County Fair.  From the Daily Courant of Wednesday.  The County Fair opened at the City Hall, yesterday…

Fine Arts Department.  Under this head the display is in many respects superior to former exhibitions.

The display on the part of the Daguerrean Artists of our city, is very fine, and they are deserving of great praise for doing so much to make the display in the Fine Arts room, so nearly complete.  In fact their specimens of skill, are among the most attractive features of the room.  W. H. Chase has some 28 specimens.  Bartlett and Hart exhibit but one specimen, the Photograph in oil of Governor Holley.  G. W. Davis has a very large and fine collection.  He has on exhibition 50 Photographs and 12 Ambrotypes.  N. A. Moore exhibits some 50 specimens of Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes and Photographs, many of them very beautiful specimens.  Hartford can well afford to boast of fine Daguerreotype artists.

1857 October 27.  The Connecticut Courant.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  October 27, 1857, Vol. XCIV, No. 4840, P. 2.

Hartford County Fair.  List Of Premiums Awarded By The Hartford County Agricultural Society, October, 1857…

Fine Arts…

W. H. Chase, for Photographs, Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes, Silver Medal.

G. W. Davis, for plain and colored Photographs and Ambrotypes, Gold Medal.

N. A. Moore, Photographic Views, Gold Medal.

N. A. Moore, Photographs and Ambrotypes, Silver Medal.

Chapin & Hopkins, Photographs and Ambrotypes, Silver Madal.

1858 April 10.  Hartford Daily Post.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  April 10, 1848, Vol 1, No. 1, P. 2.

Davis’ Photographic And Fine Art Gallery, is the largest and most extensive In the city, and affords the best facilities for producing first class pictures of any rooms in the State.

Families can have Photographs either single or in groups, with a perfection not elsewhere obtained.

Ambrotypes.—It is concluded by nearly all, that my Ambrotypes are far superior to any now made in this city.

Daguerreotypes copied and enlarged by the photograph process, to any size desired.

The best material is used in the production of both the Photographs and Ambrotypes.

Prices correspond with the size and style of the pictures.

Rooms 245 Main street, opposite the Post Office.  a10.

Advertisement ran from April 10 to July 1, 1858.

1858 July 2.  Hartford Daily Post.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  July 2, 1848, Vol 1, No. 71, P. 2.

Davis’s New Photographic Rooms are now open for the reception of his customers.

The very best rooms in the city for making Groups of Families, large or small.

Photographs by Davis stand unrivalled for depth of tone and beauty of finish.

Ambrotypes which are superior to any made in this State can be had by calling upon Davis, 245 Main st.

Advertisement ran from July 2, 1858 to March 22, 1859.

1859 October 1.  The Connecticut Courant.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  October 1, 1859, Vol. XCVI, No. 4941, P. 2.

The County Fair.  Opening Day…Tuesday, September 27th…

Fine Arts…

G. W. Davis’s display of Photographs is one of the finest collections ever brought together in this city.  His colored photographs, of which there are 24, will compare favorably with the Philadelphia or Boston work, while the plain pictures, 28 in number, cannot be excelled.  He exhibits 15 photographic views of places in and about Hartford, besides a fine panoramic scene, 9 inches wide, by 160 long, of the city, taken on College Hill.  It is to be very much regretted that Mr. Davis is the only Daguerrean who feels interest enough in showing what Hartford can do in this line to contribute to such an exhibition.

1859 October 21.  Hartford Daily Post.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  October 21, 1849, Vol 2, No. 165, Whole No. 475, P. 2.

Horticulture Exhibition.—The last exhibition of the season by the Horticultural Society was held at the Athenaeum yesterday afternoon…

Gold Medals were awarded the following:…

G. W. Davis, Hartford, Very fine collection of plain and colored photographs.

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

Davis, Charles

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1857-1859       8 Daniel Street, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1859                40 Water Street, Exeter, New Hampshire.

1857 May 23.  The Portsmouth Journal Of Literature & Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  May 23, 1857, Vol. LXVIII, No. 21, P. 3.

Reopened.  The long established and popular Daguerrean Gallery at No. 8 Daniel Street, having been thoroughly refitted, will be reopened for the reception of visitors, on Monday, May 26, with superior facilities than ever before for making all kinds of Pictures.

Ambrotypes as near perfect as a Picture can be; finished in the best style and warranted.

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, &c. unrivaled in their beauty of finish and life-like truthfulness, will be made for the lowest possible price.

Please call and examine specimens.

Advertisement ran from May 23 to August 22, 1857.

1858 July 26.  Exeter News Letter and Rockingham Advertiser.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  July 26, 1858, Vol. XXVIII, No. 17, P. 3.

Photographs & Ambrotypes The Davis Brothers having opened a first Class Photograph Gallery at No. 8, Daniel Street, are prepared to execute all kinds of Photographic Pictures in a style that cannot be excelled in this country.  Photographs life size colored or plain, made from old Daguerreotypes of any size.  Having also the Patent Ambrotype Right, particular attention will be made to this branch of the business, and every variety of Cases kept for sale.

We have the best Instrument to be procured and facilities for the prosecution of our business such as cannot be enjoyed by travelling or country artists.

Davis Brothers, No. 8 Daniel Street, Portsmouth, N. H.

Advertisement ran from July 26, 1858 to January 31, 1859

1858 August 7.  The Portsmouth Journal Of Literature & Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  August 7, 1858, Vol. LXIX, No. 32, P. 3.

Photographs.  We are now prepared to execute these Pictures in a style rarely equaled and never excelled in this country.

Life size Pictures taken in oil or water colors.—Pictures of any required size copied from old Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypes.

These Pictures are made by an entirely new process and when finished resembles a fine steel engraving.—The muddy and spotted appearance so often noticed in the Photograph is entirely avoided.

Particular attention paid to Ambrotyping , and all work warranted.  Davis Brothers.  No. 3 Daniel Street, Portsmouth.

Advertisement ran from August 7, 1858 to December 17, 1859.

1859 January 31.  Exeter News Letter and Rockingham Advertiser.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  January 31, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 44, P. 3.

Photographs.  Mr. Chas. Davis, of the firm of Davis Bro’s, would inform the citizens of Exeter and vicinity that he has taken rooms at No. 40 Water St., over the store of John L. Lovering, where he is prepared to execute all kinds of Photographic Pictures, in a manner which cannot be surpassed.  Photographs taken of any required size, and colored in oil or water colors.  Ambrotypes, Malenatypes and every other invented picture, made and warranted, at fair prices.

Particular attention paid to copying old Daguerreotypes.  And those having pictures of deceased friends, he would say that, you can have a nice large Photograph, suitable for Framing, taken from the smallest Daguerreotype.  Also, Particular attention paid to Photographing Residences, &c

Every variety of Cases and Frames constantly on hand and for sale cheap.

The public are generally invited to call and examine Specimens.  Remember the No. 40 Water Street, Exeter, N. H.

Advertisement ran from January 31 to December 26, 1859.

1859 October 3.  Exeter News Letter and Rockingham Advertiser.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  October 3, 1859, Vol. XXIX, No. 27, P. 2. & 3.

The Rockingham Fair…Entries in Town Hall.  Needle Work And Fancy Articles…T. E. Boutelle, Exeter, display of photographs and ambrotypes….Davis Brothers, ambrotypes and Photographs.  Premiums On Fancy Articles…Photographs  Davis & Brothers, Exeter, Ambrotypes,  1.00.

The Committee on Needle Work and Miscellaneous articles, have attended to the duty assigned them and report that they have awarded all the money allowed them, but have obliged to pass by a part of the contributions worthy on notice.  Among many others, we especially remember the following…T. E. Boutelle, display of Photographs and Ambrotypes…

Davis, A. R.

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1855-1856       86 Factory Island, Opposite the Post Office, Saco, Maine.

1855 December 25.  Maine Democrat.  (Saco, Maine.)  December 25, 1855, Vol. XXVII, No. 21, P. 3.

A. R. Davis & Co.’s Ambrotype and Daguerreotype Rooms, No. 86 Factory Island, Opposite the Post Office, Saco, Maine.  We would call attention of the public especially to the new style of pictures known as Ambrotypes.  For durability and life-like distinctness, and indeed every quality which goes to make up a good picture.  They are much superior to anything that has ever preceded them.  To sustain this assertion, we are now prepared to make for every person who will favor us with their patronage, an Ambrotype or Daguerreotype put up in the best style of the Art.  A. R. Davis.

Advertisement ran from December 25, 1855 to September 9, 1856

1856 January 1.  Maine Democrat.  (Saco, Maine.)  January 1, 1856, Vol. XXVII, No. 22, P. 3.

A. R. Davis & Co., Ambrotype & Daguerreotype Rooms, No. 86 Factory Island, Opposite the Post Office, Saco, Maine.  Better Pictures can be obtained here than at any other place.  Call And See!

Advertisement ran from January 1 to April 8, 1856.

1856 October 7.  Maine Democrat.  (Saco, Maine.)  October 7, 1856. Vol. XXVIII, No. 10, P. 2.

York & Co.  Agricultural Society.  Reports of Committees made at the recent Cattle Show and Fair…

Report on Paintings, Statuary, Drawing and Daguerreotypes.  Your Committee would respectfully report that the exhibition in their department was meager: nevertheless, it was such as indicated that the Fine Arts were not entirely neglected in the County….

To Ambrotypes marked 175—E. H. McKenney, Biddeford, $3.00

To Ambrotypes marked 25—by Davis & March, Saco, $2.00

1857 October 27.  Maine Democrat.  (Saco, Maine.)  October 27, 1857. Vol. XXIX, No. 13, P. 1.

Reports of Committees, Made at the Cattle Show and Fair of the York County Agricultural Society, held at Saco, Oct 13th, 14th, 15th and 16th, 1857…Paintings, Drawings, &c.  The committee appointed to examine Paintings, Statuary, Drawings and Daguerreotypes. Have done so, and submitted the following report:…

Daguerreotypes.—The only entries made under this head were by E. H. McKenney of Biddeford and A. R. Davis & Co., of Saco.

Mr. McKenney entered a large lot of Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes and Photographs, which we believe are superior to any lot ever exhibited at our county fairs.

For Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes we award Mr. McKenney the first Premium of $2.00; and for Photographs $1.00.

Some of the pictures of Davis & Co., were well taken, but owing to defective finishing, several of them were considerably spotted.—Awarded $1.00.

Of the colored crayons and glass pictures not already named, the committee have nothing to say.

Thos. L. Kimball, T. Gilman.} Com.

1858 October 19.  Maine Democrat.  (Saco, Maine.)  October 19, 1858. Vol. XXX, No. 12, P. 2.

Cattle Show and Fair.  Our Expectations in regard to the Agricultural Fair were fully realized last week…Ambrotypes, &c.—Three entries.  First premium, E. H. McKenney, Biddeford, 3.00; A. R. Davis, Saco, 1.00.  The other entry was by Adams, Biddeford.

1858 November 2.  Maine Democrat.  (Saco, Maine.)  November 2, 1858. Vol. XXX, No. 14, P. 1.

Reports of Committees, Made at the Cattle, Show and Fair of the York County Agricultural Society, held at Saco, Oct. 13th, 14th and 15th, 1858…On Paintings…

The Ambrotypes and Photographs were entered by E. H. McKenney, and Adams, of Biddeford, and A. R. Davis, of Saco.

Mr. McKenney, though unfortunate in the loss by fire, in the Spring, of his instruments, and consequently working under a disadvantage in the use of new ones, has succeeded in entering for exhibition, twenty or ore pictures, which won the admiration of your Committee, In tone, truthfulness, and beauty of finish, we look upon Mr. McKenney’s pictures as being in the highest style of the art.  We award to Mr. McKenney the first premium of $3.00.

To Mr. A. R. Davis. Whose pictures, many of them, were really meritorious, particularly a Photograph of Mr. Milliken, we award a premium of $1.00.