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Davis & March

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1856                86 Factory Island, opposite The Post Office, Saco, Maine.

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

Dart, Calvin

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Melainotypes, Photographs, , , ,

1853                Stark House, Main Street, Bennington, Vermont.

1853                Main Street, over Smith & Bradley’s Hat and Jewelry Store, Benington, Vermont.

1854-1881       Main Street, Opposite Stark House, Benington, Vermont.

1853 March 12.  Vermont State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  March 12, 1853, Vol. XIII, No. 1, Whole No. 625, P. 1.

C. Dart, Daguerrian Artist, Stark House, Main st., Bennington, Vt.  Miniatures put up inartistic Style, in frames, cases, lockets, &c. in cloudy as well as fair. weather.

Advertisement was recorded five times between March 12 to May 7, 1853.

1853 March 12.  Vermont State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  March 12, 1853, Vol. XIII, No. 1, Whole No. 625, P. 3.

Don’t All Speak at Once, I Wish You All, Kind Patrons And Friends, “A Happy New Year;” and return you my sincere thanks for visits, favors and patronage bestowed,—and would be happy to greet you all, at the Old Bennington Daguerrian Gallery!! Which is furnished with all necessary facilities, for Daguerreotyping in all its branches of modern improvement, with neatness and dispatch.  This Gallery has been recently fitted up with special regard to practical utility, convenience, and the pleasure of visitors; and all are assured that no pains shall be spared to please.  Cloudy days (unless very dark) as available as clear, except for small children.

The place, then, don’t forget,

Stark House, up stairs, Main street;

Admittance always free,

So just call in and see.

Ah! See what a picture, behold what a grace

Lives in that posture and beams in that face,

As rhe sun-light transfers the soul speaking eye

It flashes in joy though there’s nobody nigh;

Who nobody is, there is no need to tell,

Since the lassie herself knows the secret so well,

Enough that we trace in such touching perfection

The one that’s an object of cherished affection.

C. Dart, Artist.  Stark House, (up stairs,) Main street, Bennington, Vt., Jan. 1, 1853.

Advertisement was recorded from March 12 to April 9, 1853.

1853 March 26.  Vermont State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  March 26, 1853, Vol. XIII, No. 3, Whole No. 627, P. 2.

Persons wishing exact likenesses of themselves or friends, should not forget that there are located in this place two excellent operators—Mr. Dart, whose Saloon is in the Stark House, and Mr. Shattuck, whose Saloon is located on wheels in front of the Franklin House.  Persons out of town would do wee to give them a call, as we are confident that either of them will give them a capital picture.  Some fancy the work of one better  than the other, and so vice versa; but we like that of both.  They are besides clever fellows.

1853 May 7.  The State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  May 7, 1853, Vol. XIII, No. 9, Whole No.633, P. 3.

The Bennington Sky Ad Side Light Daguerrian Gallery, Which Can’t Be Beat, Is just opened for

the reception of visitors, and to which the attention of the public is solicited.—this is decidedly

one of the best, most convenient, and pleasant places to obtain life-like and pleasing

Daguerreotypes that can be found either in country or city; and altogether superior to any room

ever before in this place.

Its Large Sky and Side Light makes likenesses almost instantly, thus avoiding long sittings, and

Giving animation and beauty of expression; and making it decidedly the place for children and

Nervous persons.  It is easy of access; (but one, easy flight of stairs,) Rooms spacious and

Pleasant; working room separate from others, by which all unpleasant gasses are avoided by

Visitants; (a dressing room and toilet will soon be added.)

As I design a permanent residence here, I have spared no pains in fitting up, and shall strive

always to please all who favor me with a call.

Engravings, paintings, Daguerreotypes, or Statuary, copied correctly.  Land-Scapes or Scenic

views taken; (positive views if required.)

Lockets, Rings, pins and bracelets fitted with neatness of style, and all the various styles of cases

Or frames furnished to suit the fancies of all.

Grateful for past favors, I hope to be more deserving in future, and will invite the Ladies and

Gentlemen (the little and great,) of Bennington ad vicinity, to call and see that I have told you the

Truth—that my work-rooms &c. are all No. 1.

Bennington, Main Street, a few doors east of the Franklin House, over the Hat and Jewelry

Store of Smith and Bradley.  Entrance east side of said Store.  C. Dart.

Advertisement was recorded thirty four times between May 7, 1853 to February 25, 1854.

1853 July 2.  Vermont State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  July 2, 1853, Vol. XIII, No. 17, Whole No. 641, P. 2.

C. Dart has some splendid daguerreotypes, taken in his new side and sky-light daguerrian

Gallery call in and see them. 

1853 October 22.  Vermont State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  October 22, 1853, Vol. XIII, No. 33, Whole No. 656, P. 3.

Young Men’s Association.  A meeting of this Association, and of our citizens, was held, pursuant to call in the Banner, on Monday evening last.  Present, Z. L. Taft, Esq. Vic Prtesident, C. Dart and Hymen Tuttle, Esqrs.,

1854 August 4.  Vermont State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  August 4, 1854, Vol. XIV, No. 22, Whole No. 698, P. 3.

A Chapter for those Who Are (not) Without Money!!  Part I. 

Verse 1st. “A somebody said, that in order to be pleased, we must strive to please.”

2.  To do this, the Bennington Daguerrian Gallery, with Side and Sky-Light.  Working, Sitting and dressing rooms, altogether the best in the State, is now open, where likenesses may be obtained so cheap that all will wish the price raised.

3.  Likenesses will be taken for those who wish, upon the lowest New York terms, viz: without case, 25 cts,, with case 50 cts.

4.  Terms given, to those who ask, at the Gallery.  Thus endeth part first.

Part II.

Verse 1.  Grateful for past favors, the Artist will continue to tender his services, to thoos who wish likenesses of the Excelsior kind.

2.  All may be assured, that all work entrusted to my care, of this kind, shall be of the very best quality, and upon reasonable terms.

3.  Likenesses taken in cloudy as well as clear days, and in sizes from that of the smallest finger ring, to the large case.

4.  Scenic views, of Churches, Dwellings, Public Buildings, or any landscape views, taken without reversion or change of position, (with a new and improved Instrument) superior to best steel engravings.

5.  Daguerreotypes, Paintings, Engravings and Statuary, correctly copied, and all work in part 2d guaranteed for durability and satisfaction.

6.  The New York terms at No. 1 Rooms, and the one price system, strictly adhered to with all.  C. Dart, Artist.  Main Street, a few doors east of the Franklin House.

Advertisement ran on August 4 & 11, 1854.

1854 August 11.  Vermont State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  August 11, 1854, Vol. XIV, No. 23, Whole No. 699, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes, of the most superior kind, are now being taken at Dart’s Saloon.  Mr. James Cady, one of the best artists in N. York, is stopping in this place for a few days, and Mr. D. has made arrangements with him to take pictures for him for a short time.—Those who would see themselves as they are, would do well to call in and let Cady “strike them off.”

1854 September 1.  Vermont State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  September 1, 1854, Vol. XIV, No. 26, Whole No. 702, P. 2.

Cady’s Beautiful Daguerreotypes.—We have been shown some magnificent specimens of this celebrated artist’s production.  They seemed not the “shadows,” but the real “flesh and blood” of the persons.  Those who would procure pictures of “themselves, kindred or friends,” at the hands of Mr. Cady, must do so immediately, as he leaves for New York in a few days.  The rush at the saloon has been large during the week.

1855 March 23.  Vermont State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  March 23, 1855, Vol. XV, No. 3, Whole No. 731, P. 2.

Calvin Dart, Esq., has been appointed Grand Juror of this, vice Isaac Weeks, declined, by the Selectmen.

1855 April 13.  Vermont State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  April 13, 1855, Vol. XV, No. 6, Whole No. 731, P. 2.

Read Dart’s advertisement in this paper relative to his Saloon for taking Daguerreotype Likenesses.  What the artist says with reference to his establishment, we wish to bare testimony to its truthful and life-like likenesses are taken at his Saloon as at any other place in the country.

1855 April 13.  Vermont State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  April 13, 1855, Vol. XV, No. 6, Whole No. 731, P. 3.

 Daguerreotypes At the Bennington Sky-Light Gallery Friends and patrons of the first established Bennington Gallery, allow the artist to make you his most polite bow, and return you his sincere thanks for your liberal patronage and favors in his efforts to please.  In order to meet the increasing demands of a liberal community, and contribute to the happiness of the beautiful and the useful, the artist has spared no pains or cost commensurate with the wants of their thriving village and vicinity, in fitting up sais Gallery, and furnishing it with the very best apparatus for producing the most life-like, durable and tasty likenesses which can be produced in our county.  He has now on hand, and will furnish to those who want fancy cases or plain do., from the large or whole sized life pictures to the very smallest pin or finger ring do., at prices which cannot fail to please.  Much might be said in commendation of this Gallery, –that it is the best in the State,—that it is as good as the best in cities, &c. &c. but his motto is “Let thy works praise thee.

The Artist now tenders his services to all who may wish for work in his line, feeling confident that, aided with the experience of years, and with the best facilities, materials, &c., he will be able to give entire satisfaction to a generous, kind and appreciating community.  Terms, Cash on the delivery of likenesses.

The Great Mystery of Optical Science—the Stereoscope, or “Solid Seeing” Views and Pictures.—Likenesses or Views by this process, appear to the beholder solid or round, and full, life statuary or real life.  Views of this kind on exhibition, and Likenesses or Views taken for all who want.  C. Dart, Artist, Main street, opposite Stark House.

Advertisement was recorded eight times between  April 13 to July 13, 1855.

1855 August 24.  Vermont State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  August 24, 1855, Vol. XV, No. 25, Whole No. 763, P. 2.

Ambrotypes.—”Every day brings something new,” as the old song says, but among them all we have seen nothing that strikes our fancy like the new process named above for taking sun pictures.  The perseverance and skill manifested by those who practice this art are excelled by no other class of men.  Our friend Dart is now producing some of theses life-like and truly magnificent pictures, and we would invite those in want of truly valuable likenesses to call at his saloon.

1855 August 24.  Vermont State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  August 24, 1855, Vol. XV, No. 25, Whole No. 763, P. 3.

Friendship’s Offering, and Life Mementoes.  The Ambrotype.  The subscriber having purchased from the Pattentee, the sole right to make these Beautiful Pictures, in Bennington County, is now enabled to offer to the public a New Style of Pictures, far exceeding in Beauty and Durability, anything ever before made. 

Ambrotypes can be taken equally well, from the smallest to the full size, and in one fifth the time of setting required for daguerreotypes.  They can be seen I any light as well as engravings, or any Paper Picture under Glass; hence are suitable for Large Pictures to be hung in frames.

They are not reversed, but are seen in the natural position of the sitter.  Daguerreotypes copied in this permanent style and enlarged if required, to full size.  The Ambrotype is taken upon the very best Plate Glass, and Hermetrically (sic.) sealed, between two plate glasses, with a cement, which soon hardens, rendering them indestructible by Time, Gasses, Dampness, Climate, or any ordinary casualty which frequently destroys all other photographs, and even Oil Paintings; hence may be set in Monuments, and carried to sea, and will retain their brilliancy for ages.

The subscriber being fully furnished with the facilities for making the Ambrotype, and also Daguerreotypes in all variety of styles of Cases, Frames, &c., now offers his services to all who wish for work in this line, assuring all, that his best efforts shall be to please, and feeling confident that all will be pleased.  Prices for Ambroitypes, varying from $2 to $20. According to size and finish.

All shall have polite attention, and the reasonable one price system.  C. Dart, Photographer.   Bennington Daguerrian Rooms, Main Street

Advertisement was recorded times between August 24, 1855 to June 13, 1856.

1856 January 11.  Vermont State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  January 11, 1856, Vol. XV, No. 45, Whole No. 773, P. 3.

Married, In this village, on the 8th inst., by the Rev. E. Stover, Mr. Lyman B. Hinsdill and Miss Lucy Ann, only daughter of Calvin Dart, Esq., all of Bennington.

1856 September 5.  Vermont State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  September 5, 1856, Vol. XVI, No. 27, Whole No. 807, P.3.

Some of the Things that we All Like to See May be Seen at the Daguerreian Rooms, in Bennington.  Those who wish to see, or obtain for themselves, or their friends, Life-Like likenesses \, by the Ambrotype, or Daguerreotype process, with all the late improvements, both in chemical and artistic finish, can be accommodated, and at prices much ;lower than formerly.

Likenesses made, and guaranteed equal in style and finish, to the very best in the whole world.

The services of Prof. J. Cady, of New York, of world wide fame as a artist, being secured for a time, together with the other superior advantages, which these Rooms possess, for making the Ambrotype, and other Pictures, warrants us in saying, that all which we promise, can and will be performed.

N. B.  Ambrotypes as cheap as Daguerreotypes.  C. Dart.

Advertisement was recorded   times between September 5 to October 31, 1856.

1857 June 26.  Vermont State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  June 26, 1857, Vol. XVII, No. 17, Whole No. 849, P.3.

Art Triumphant!!  May be found at the Bennington Picture Gallery, tjose far-famed and beautiful Daguerreotypes plain and colored.  These have longed been considered the most appropriate keep-sakes that have ever been produced, but are now out shone by the world-renowned Patent Ambrotype.  These are non-reversed Pictures, and may be seen as transparencies.  They are found by fair trial to be indestructible by the action of Light, Gasses, Damptness, &c., and to all accidents less than breaking the glasses.  Also, the Bas-Releivo Ambrotype, or Sphereotype, equally durable, and unsurpassed in beauty of effect.  Also The Ferritotype & Vitrotype, good imitations of the Ambrotype, and for a less price.

Also the incomparably beautiful Ambro-Photograph.  These are decidedly the most desirable and convenient keep-sakes that have ever been produced, as they can be sent in a letter, with safety if kept dry, and without extra expense of postage. 

All of these may be found at the old established Bennington Picture Gallery; finished in the various styles of Cases, Frames, &c., and in all the perfection of this most Beautiful Art, and upon terms which cannot fail to please all, who are willing to let live as to live themselves.

A practical experience of many years warrants me in saying, the quality of my work shall not and cannot be surpassed.

N. B.  Pictures made as well in cloudy as fair weather, except of young children.  C. Dart, Artist.  Main St., (opposite Stark House,)

Advertisement ran from June 26 to November 6, 1857.

1857 November 26.  Vermont State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  November 26, 1857, Vol. XVII, No. 39, Whole No. 871, P.3.

Pictures For The Times At The Daguerrian ad Ambrotype Gallery , Main st., Bennington, opposite Stark House.  Feeling always desirous to please and benefit the People, I have concluded to offer to the public Pictures at prices far less than have ever been made in the country, even for one half former prices.  Viz: 25 cts., 37½ cts., 50 cts., and up to any price required.

Good Pictures and Good Cases as Low as 50 Cents.  Photographs, as low as $3.00 per dozen.  Possessing the best facilities for making Likenesses, I feel confident that I can please all who may favor me with a call.

All who would avail themselves of the Reduced Price must call soon , as it is but an experiment which will soon end, unless liberally sustained by the public.  C. Dart, Artist.

Advertisement ran from November 26, 1857 to January 15, 1858.

1858 August 6.  Bennington Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  August 6, 1858, Vol. 18, No. 24, P. 3.

Still I Live.  The Bennington Sky-Light Gallery, the old and Established Gallery in this vicinity, is by many new improvements and additions now made the most desirable place to obtain the Finest Specimen of this Beautiful Art.

The Daguerreotype, Melainotype, Neellograph, Photograph, ad all other desirable Types are here made in all the beautiy (sic.) and perfection of Modern Style.

Here too is the only place in this vicinity where the True and Real Patent Ambrotype, that Durable and Imperishable Likeness of the Human Face Divine, (which includes all pictures on glass and hermetrically sealed between two glasses with balsam or its equivalent,) are lawfully and rightfully made, as I have purchased , at great cost, the exclusive right for Bennington County to make and use the said Patent Ambrotype, which is duly secured by Letters Patent, and by a regularly executed deed assigned and conveyed to me for said county, as also the name Ambrotype which is my trade mark.  Therefore, all Pictures  offered in this vicinity as Ambrotypes, without my sanction, are either spurious or an infringement upon my rights, for which I shall hold all participants legally and morally responsible, by the rule which says “The partaker is as guilty as the thief.”

My Ambrotypes are all stamped “Ambrotype Pat’d July 4 and 11, 1854,” as the Patent Laws of the U. S. require, under a penalty of $100 fine, with cost of prosecution.  All will take due notice thereof and govern themselves accordingly.

As it is, and ever has been, my desire to please, I now offer what has never before been offered in this county, viz:—Photographs of whole size for oe third the price of any other picture of equal beauty, so that large and splendid pictures of our own dear selves or friends are ow within the reach of all, however humble, and those who are quite too poor to purchase shall be favored with a gift.

Entire satisfaction given in price and quality, or no charge made.

The homeliest and also the handsomest persons in town Photographed in beautiful style, without charge if they will call.

Come one and all, both great and small.

For you’re all growing old.  Here you my buy

If you will try, something more precious than

Gold—Your Picture!  C. Dart, Artist.

Advertisement ran from August 6 to September 17, 1858.

1858 November 12.  Bennington Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  November 12, 1858, Vol. 18, No. 38, P. 3.

Stop Thief!  Oh! Stop!!  Why in such hot haste (to ruin yourself). –Just listen and hear to the voice of wisdom, wilst I tell you of a truth that superb Portraits of our own dear selves, of the Patent Ambrotype, Daguerreotype, Melainotype, Sphereotype, or the picture which some say stands out or fully, Photographs (life size if required) and all other graphs and types but the Typeus phever can be obtained at the Bennington Excelsior Gallery, opposite the Stark House, much cheaper than you can steal them, quality considered.  I say what I know and can prove to be a fact, that better work is done at this gallery than has ever been done in this County by any one either in Room or otherwise.

A practical experience in Chemistry, Natural Philosophy and Optics in all that relates to this business for fifteen years, as also a theoretical and practical experience of ten years I Photography warrants me in making these assertions; all which I hol myself ready and willing to prove to any who will give me an opportunity.

Having spacious and pleasant Rooms for sitting, dressing, neat and comfortable, which shall be furnished with interesting objects to the visitor; also having the best of Stock, apparatus and fixtures and being determined to spare no pains to make all things agreeable and profitable to visitors, I invite any and all to give me a call, with the assurance that this is no Hum Bug.  C. Dart, Artist.

Advertisement ran from November 12 to December 3, 1858.

1858 December 31.  Bennington Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  December 31, 1858, Vol. 18, No. 45, P. 2.

Masonic.—At a communication of Mt. Anthony Lodge, No. 13, held on Monday afternoon of this week, the following officers were elected for the ensuing year:—Calvin Dart…

1859 June 10.  Bennington Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  June 10, 1859, Vol. 19, No. 16, P. 3.

Photographs.—All who are in want of superlative beautiful and artistic likenesses  of themselves or friends, will do well to call at C. Dart’s Bennington Gallery.  This Gallery, which has been long renowned for the beauty and durability of its pictures, has been recently fitted up for making the various styles and sizes of that most admired of all pictures, the Photograph; and to add to its attractions, the proprietor has engaged for a short time the services of Prof. Jas. Cady, of New York, of world wide celebrity.  All who are in want of unsurpassed Likenesses, will find it eminently to their advantage to call upon them soon.

1883 April 12.  Bennington Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  April 12, 1883, Vol. XLIII, No. 11, P. 2.

Died—Dart.—In Bennington, April 6, Calvin Dart in the 76th year of his age.

Danley, J.

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1856                177 Greenwich Street, New York, New York.

1856 May 12.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  May 12, 1856, Whole No. 7196, P. 7

Ambrotypes.—The subscriber Having Taken the well known daguerrean gallery, 177 Greenwich street, and entirely remodeled and fitted it up in the best style, is now prepared to furnish the public with the new and beautiful pictures known as ambrotypes, in a style superior to any other establishment in the city, colored or plain, to suit the purchaser.  Also daguerreotypes in every style of the art fitted up in fancy or plain cases, frames, of which he has the finest and largest assortment in the city.  He has also engaged artists of well known talent and ability to superintend both departments.  Ladies and gentlemen give him a call, will find general satisfaction given, and will not be retained from business or pleasure an unnecessary length of time.  N. B.—Two extra cameras and one large Harrison Quick with other apparatus for sale cheap, at 177 Greenwich street, two doors above Cortlandt.  Danley.

Dane, Thomas J.

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1859                Rooms over E. H. Rollins’ Drug Store, Concord, New Hampshire.

1859 September 8.  Independent Democrat.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  September 8, 1859, Vol. XV, No. 20, P. 3. 

R. H. Kimball, having purchased and taken charge of the Photographic Establishment heretofore owned by R. A. Houston & Co., and in addition to his own experience and application, secured the services of Mr. Nichols, the distinguished Photographist from New York, and also Mr. Thomas J. Dane who has no superior as an Artist, asks the especial attention of the public to the pictures he is daily presenting.

The new and splendid Life-Size Photographs produced by Mr. N. through the Solar Camera process, are a marvel of art and beauty; and we claim the exclusive credit of introducing this surpassingly beautiful process, and in the hands of a perfect master in the art.

It must be conceded  that this new Pictorial Revelation throws all the previous pretensions in Photography, excellent as they have been, quite into the shade, and promises a revolution in the art.—Its capacities are wonderful in every direction.  Especially to those who have pictures of deceased or absent friends which they desire to enlarge and perpetuate, the Solar process furnishes a means hitherto unavailable.  Even if your pictures are considerably imperfect, we have the means of restoring them to high order and beauty.

We shall be assisted by Mr. W. H. Kimball, a practical artist and well known Photographer, who by India Ink touching will restore imperfect pictures, and when desirable will color to nature.

Having spared no pains or expense in availing ourself of every means, and fitted our establishment to meet every demand, we confidently claim the public favor, and pledge our best endeavors in their behalf.

N. B.  Every picture leaving our establishment warranted to be perfectly durable, and to give Satisfaction in all cases.

Rooms—Kimball’s Old Stand, (Over E. H. Rollins’ Store,) Opp. State House, Concord, N. H. Advertisement ran ten times between September 8 to December 29, 1859.

1859 September 10.  New Hampshire Statesman.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  September 10, 1859, Vol. XXXIX, No. 1997, P. 3.

R. H. Kimball, having purchased and taken charge of the Photographic Establishment heretofore owned by R. A. Houston & Co., and in addition to his own experience and application, secured the services of Mr. Nichols, the distinguished Photographist from New York, and also Mr. Thomas J. Dane who has no superior as an Artist, asks the especial attention of the public to the pictures he is daily presenting.

The new and splendid Life-Size Photographs produced by Mr. N. through the Solar Camera process, are a marvel of art and beauty; and we claim the exclusive credit of introducing this surpassingly beautiful process, and in the hands of a perfect master in the art.

It must be conceded  that this new Pictorial Revelation throws all the previous pretensions in Photography, excellent as they have been, quite into the shade, and promises a revolution in the art.—Its capacities are wonderful in every direction.  Especially to those who have pictures of deceased or absent friends which they desire to enlarge and perpetuate, the Solar process furnishes a means hitherto unavailable.  Even if your pictures are considerably imperfect, we have the means of restoring them to high order and beauty.

We shall be assisted by Mr. W. H. Kimball, a practical artist and well known Photographer, who by India Ink touching will restore imperfect pictures, and when desirable will color to nature.

Having spared no pains or expense in availing ourself of every means, and fitted our establishment to meet every demand, we confidently claim the public favor, and pledge our best endeavors in their behalf.

N. B.  Every picture leaving our establishment warranted to be perfectly durable, and to give Satisfaction in all cases.

Rooms—Kimball’s Old Stand, (Over E. H. Rollins’ Store,) Opp. State House, Concord, N. H. Advertisement ran ten times between September 10 to December 17, 1859.

1859 October 5.  New Hampshire Patriot & State Gazette.  (Concord, New Hampshire.) October 5, 1859, Vol. XIII, No. 646, Whole No. 2646, P. 3.

R. H. Kimball, having purchased and taken charge of the Photographic Establishment heretofore owned by R. A. Houston & Co., and in addition to his own experience and application, secured the services of Mr. Nichols, the distinguished Photographist from New York, and also Mr. Thomas J. Dane who has no superior as an Artist, asks the especial attention of the public to the pictures he is daily presenting.

The new and splendid Life-Size Photographs produced by Mr. N. through the Solar Camera process, are a marvel of art and beauty; and we claim the exclusive credit of introducing this surpassingly beautiful process, and in the hands of a perfect master in the art.

It must be conceded  that this new Pictorial Revelation throws all the previous pretensions in Photography, excellent as they have been, quite into the shade, and promises a revolution in the art.—Its capacities are wonderful in every direction.  Especially to those who have pictures of deceased or absent friends which they desire to enlarge and perpetuate, the Solar process furnishes a means hitherto unavailable.  Even if your pictures are considerably imperfect, we have the means of restoring them to high order and beauty.

We shall be assisted by Mr. W. H. Kimball, a practical artist and well known Photographer, who by India Ink touching will restore imperfect pictures, and when desirable will color to nature.

Having spared no pains or expense in availing ourself of every means, and fitted our establishment to meet every demand, we confidently claim the public favor, and pledge our best endeavors in their behalf.

N. B.  Every picture leaving our establishment warranted to be perfectly durable, and to give Satisfaction in all cases.

Rooms—Kimball’s Old Stand, (Over E. H. Rollins’ Store,) Opp. State House, Concord, N. H. Advertisement ran ten times between October 5 to December 28, 1859.

Dana, Gilbert B.

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N. D.               6 Almy’s Block, Main Street, Pawtucket, Rhode Island.[1]

1859-1860       Address Unknown, Providence, Rhode Island.[2]

1862                Corner Main and Mill Streets, Pawtucket, Rhode Island.

N. D. (sixth plate) advertising card.

G. B. Dana, Ambrotypist, No. 6 Almy’s Block, Main Street, Pawtucket, R. I.  Likenesses put in Lockets, Pins, Rings, Seals, &c.

Coping from every design done in the neatest manner.  G. B. Dana, Operator

N. D.  Ninth Plate Ambrotype & Advertising Card..

From Dana’s Ambrotype Rooms, No. 6 Almy’s Block, Main Street, Pawtucket, R. I.

1862 April 25.  Evening Press.  (Providence, Rhode Island.)  April 25, 1862, Vol. VII, No. 37, Whole No. 965, P. 2.

G. B. Dana’s Ambrotype And Photograph Gallery, Corner Main and Mill streets, Pawtucket.  Ambrotypes and Photographs, Cartes de Visites, and all the various sizes and styles of Pictures,  Photographs colored in Oil or in Water Colors.  Satisfaction guaranteed.

Carte de Visites only $2.00 per dozen.

Advertisement was recorded on April 25, 1862.  

[1] Sean Nolan Victorian images classified

[2] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

Cutting, Chauncey P.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , ,

1857                Main Street, Clark’s Building, Lee Centre, Massachusetts.[1]

1860                Peabody Block, First North Of The Post-Office, Lee, Massachusetts.1

1865-1868       Address Unknown, Lee, Massachusetts.1

1869                Main Street, Lee, Massachusetts.1

1871-1898       Address Unknown, Lee, Massachusetts.1

1872-1876       Main Street, Exchange Block, Lee, Massachusetts.

1857 January.  Valley Gleaner.  (Lee, Massachusetts.)  January 1857, N. P.

Daguerreotype and Ambrotype Rooms.  Clark’s Building, Main Street, Lee Centre.  Pictures taken in all the improved styles, in the highest perfection of the Art.—Particular attention given to copying Ambrotypes from Daguerreotypes, and by a New Style Of Finish, Render them superior to any heretofore produced.  Citizens of adjoining towns, sending pictures to me, can depend on having them Re-produced in a superior manner.

Ladies and Gentlemen are invited to call and satisfy themselves of the truth of the above assertions.  C. P. Cutting.  Lee, Jan. 1857.

1860. The Lee Advertisers’ Hand-Book And Useful Intelligencer.  (Lee, Massachusetts.)  P. 89.

Lee Ambrotype Rooms, in Peabody Block, First North Of The Post-Office.

Pictures In Every Variety Of Style And Price.  A good variety of cases, Frames, and Lockets, Constantly On Hand.   C. P. Cutting, Artist

1875 January 28.  The Valley Gleaner and Berkshire Farmer Advocate.  (Lee. Massachusetts.)  January 28, 1875, Vol. XIX, No. 4, P. 1.

C. P. Cutting, Photographer, in Exchange Block, Main street Lee, Mass.  Stereoscopes, views, chromes, brackets, wall-pockets, Swiss carvings, etc., for sale.  Picture Frames, on hand and made to order.  Dec. 15, 1852.

Advertisement was recorded on January 28, 1875 & September 21, 1876.

1875 January 28.  The Valley Gleaner and Berkshire Farmer Advocate.  (Lee. Massachusetts.)  January 28, 1875, Vol. XIX, No. 4, P. 4.

Lee Photograph Rooms!  Exchange Block, Main Street.  Pictures made and finished in every style.  Medalion and Satin Finish.  Chromos, Engravings, and Picture Frames, A Good Assortment.  Mottoes, Texts, &c.

Stereoscopes and Stereoscopic Views, Foreign And Domestic.  Pictures Enlarged, And finished in Ink and Crayon.

My coloring is done by the best New York Artist.  If I do not furnish a better class of work than is brought [to] town by drummers, I will not make any charge for it.  C. P. Cutting.  June 24, 1874.

Advertisement was recorded on January 28, 1875 & September 21, 1876.

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

Cushing, H.

Ambrotypes, , ,

1860                Address Unknown, Woodstock, Vermont.

1860 October 6.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  October 6, 1860, Vol. XVII, No. 17, Whole No. 849, P. 1.

Windsor County Fair.  From the Woodstock Standard, Sept. 28.  The fifteenth annual fair of the Windsor County Agricultural Society…Premiums…

Paintings.

H. Cushing, Woodst’k, best specimens ambrotypes.  Dip.

J. D. Powers, Springfield, best specimens colored and plain photographs.  Dip.

Crouch, William T.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Ferreotypes, Melainotypes, Photographs, , , , , ,

1857-1859       68 & 70 West Fourth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio.

1858                58 West Fourth, Cincinnati, Ohio.

1857 October 13.  The Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  October 13, 1857, Vol. XVIII, No. 230, P. 2.

J. J. Woodbridge Has sold his Gallery, Nos. 68 and 70 Fourth street, to a company who intends to refurnish it in fine style.  A rush is expected, as they will furnish Ambrotypes, in good cases, for 25 cents.  The regular Dollar size will be taken for 75 cents.

1857 October 30.  The Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  October 30, 1857, Vol. XVIII, No. 245, P. 2.

Get One Of those perfect pictures, in a case, for 25 cents, at 68 and 70 West Fourth.

1857 November 23.  The Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  November 23, 1857, Vol. XVIII, No. 225, P. 2.

25 Cent Pictures, in Cases, The rush continues to Crouch’s Gallery, 68 and 70 Fourth, between Walnut and Vine, for his 25 cent pictures.

1857 November 25.  The Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  November 25, 1857, Vol. XVIII, No. 227, P. 2.

Cheaper than Ever Are the Pictures by Crouch, 68 and 70 West Fourth.  Get one.

1857 December 30.  The Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 30, 1857, Vol. XVIII, No. 257, P. 2.

Holiday Presents, Such Pictures as are made at 68 and 70 West Fourth, in cases for 25 cents.

1858 January 1.  The Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  January 1, 1858, Vol. XVIII, No. 259, P. 2.

10,000 Daguerreotypes Will be made this day at Crouch’s Gallery, 68 and 70 West Fourth.  Get one for 25 cents.

1858 January 8.  The Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  January 8, 1858, Vol. XVIII, No. 265, P. 2.

Gen Cass Arrived.  The General, on his way to Kansas, will stop at the Gallery of Prof. Crouch, 68 and 70 West Fourth, today, and get one of his 25c pictures.

1858 January 11.  The Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  January 11, 1858, Vol. XVIII, No. 267, P. 2.

Get Your Phiz Taken.  All can afford to get one of Crouch’s 25 cent Daguerreotypes.  Gallery 68 and 70 West Fourth.

Advertisement ran on January 11, 12, 18, & 25, 1858.

1858 January 27.  The Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  January 27, 1858, Vol. XVIII, No. 281, P. 2.

They Suit The People.  Such Pictures as are gotten up by Prof. Crouch, 68 and 70 West 4th.

1858 January 29.  The Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  January 29, 1858, Vol. XVIII, No. 283, P. 2.

Strange but True, That one can get a Daguerreotype for 25 cents, by dropping in at the Gallery of friend Crouch, 68 and 70 West Fourth street.

1858 January 30.  The Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  January 30, 1858, Vol. XVIII, No. 284, P. 2.

Get Your Picture Taken by Prof. Crouch, who takes them for 25 cents, can be found at 68 and 70 West Fourth.

1858 February 13.  The Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  February 13, 1858, Vol. XVIII, No. 296, P. 2.

A Lady’s Phiz for 25 Cents, And gents do., by dropping in on Prof. Crouch, at 68 and 70 West Fourth.

1858 February 16.  The Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  February 16, 1858, Vol. XVIII, No. 298, P. 2.

Who Can Object To having their pictures taken, when Prof. Crouch will do it up at 68 and 70 West Fourth for 25 cents.

1858 February 19.  The Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  February 19, 1858, Vol. XVIII, No. 301, P. 2.

The 25c. Portraiture, Made by Prof Crouch, at 68 and 70 West Fourth street, suit the people.

1858 February 22.  The Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  February 22, 1858, Vol. XVIII, No. 303, P. 2.

‘Tis Wonderful, But true, that one can get a beautiful picture of themselves by calling on Prof. Crouch, at 68 and 70 West Fourth, for 25 cents.

1858 February 23.  The Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  February 23, 1858, Vol. XVIII, No. 304, P. 2.

Who Can Object To having their pictures taken, when Prof. Crouch will do it up at 68 and 70 West Fourth for 25 cents.

1858 March 1.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  March 1, 1858, Vol. XVIII, No. 309, P. 2.

‘Tis Wonderful, But true, that one can get a beautiful Picture of themselves by calling on Prof. Crouch, at 698  & and 70 West Fourth, for 25 cents.

1858 March 3.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  March 3, 1858, Vol. XVIII, No. 311, P. 2.

Just the Style.  Suits the people.  We mean the 25 cent Daguerreotypes made by Prof Crouch, at 68 and 70 West Fourth.

1858 March 5.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  March 5, 1858, Vol. XIX, No. 1, P. 2.

The Ladies Admire The 25c Pictures made by Prof. Crouch, at 68 and 70 West Fourth street.

1858 March 6.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  March 6, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 2, P. 2.

A Lady’s Phiz for 25 Cents. And gents do., by dropping in on Prof. Crouch, at 68 and 70 west Fourth.

1858 March 9.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  March 9, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 4, P. 2.

All the Go, The 25 cent Daguerreotype made at 68 and 70 Fourth street, between Walnut and Vine.

1858 March 10.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  March 10, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 5, P. 2.

Just the Style.  Suits the people.  We mean the 25 cent Daguerreotypes made by Prof Crouch, at 68 and 70 West Fourth.

1858 March 12.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  March 12, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 7, P. 2.

The Ladies Admire The 25c. Pictures made by Prof. Crouch, at 68 and 70 West Fourth street.

1858 March 16.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  March 16, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 10, P. 2.

All the Go, The 25c Daguerreotypes at the Star Gallery, 68 and 70 Fourth street, between Walnut and Vine.  Get one.

1858 March 17.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  March 17, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 11, P. 2.

Our City’s Pride, The Daguerreotypes made by Prof. Crouch, at 68 and 70 West Fourth street.  Get one.

1858 March 19.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  March 19, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 13, P. 2.

The Ladies Admire The 25c. Pictures made by Prof. Crouch, at 68 and 70 West Fourth street.

1858 March 22.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  March 22, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 15, P. 2.

Your Picture.  Go to Prof. Crouch’s 68 and 70 West Fourth, and get one.

1858 March 24.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  March 24, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 17, P. 2.

Our City’s Pride, The Daguerreotypes made by Prof. Crouch, at 68 and 70 West Fourth street.  Get one.

1858 March 26.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  March 26, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 19, P. 2.

The 25 c Daguerreotypes, Made by Prof Crouch, at 68 and 70 West Fourth st., are really beautiful.

1858 March 29.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  March 29, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 21, P. 2.

Your Picture.  Go to Prof. Crouch’s 68 and 70 West Fourth, and get one.

1858 March 31.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  March 31, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 23, P. 2.

The Ladies Should Know That Prof. Crouch, at 68 and 70 West Fourth street, takes their pretty faces for 25 cts.

1858 April 2.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  April 2, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 25, P. 2.

The 25c. Daguerreotypes Made by Prof. Crouch, at 68 and 70 West Fourth st., are really beautiful.

1858 April 5.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  April 5, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 27, P. 2.

You Picture.  Go to Prof. Crouch’s, 68 and 70 West Fourth, and get one.

1858 April 7.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  April 7, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 29, P. 2.

Suits the Ladies.  The 25c. pictures made by Prof. Crouch, at 68 and 70 West Fourth street.

1858 April 9.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  April 9, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 31, P. 2.

Pictures Rain or Shine At the Gallery of Prof. Crouch, 68 and 70 Fourth, between Walnut and Vine.

Advertisement ran on April 9 & 16, 1858.

1858 April 19.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  April 19, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 39, P. 2.

For Your Daguerreotype Call on Prof. Crouch, at 68 and 70 West 4th street.

1858 April 21.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  April 21, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 41, P. 2.

Suits the Ladies.  The 25c. pictures made by Prof. Crouch, at 68 and 70 West Fourth street.

1858 April 23.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  April 23, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 43, P. 2.

Pictures Rain or Shine At the Gallery of Prof. Crouch, 68 and 70 Fourth, between Walnut and Vine.

1858 April 25.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  April 25, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 45, P. 2.

Get Your Daguerreotype At Prof. Crouch’s, 68 and 70 Fourth street, between Walnut and Vine.

1858 April 28.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  April 28, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 47, P. 2.

Works of Art, In the shape of perfect daguerreotypes, are made by Prof. Crouch’s, 68 and 70 West Fourth street, at reduced rates.  Call.

1858 April 30.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  April 30, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 49, P. 2.

Get Your Daguerreotype Taken by Prof. Crouch, at 68 and 70 Fourth street, between Walnut and Vine, for 25 cents.

1858 May 3.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  May 3, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 51, P. 2.

Get Your Daguerreotype At Prof. Crouch, 68 and 70 Fourth street, between Walnut and Vine.

1858 May 5.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  May 5, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 53, P. 2.

Works of Art, In the shape of perfect daguerreotypes, are made by Prof. Crouch’s, 68 and 70 West Fourth street, at reduced rates.  Call.

1858 May 7.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  May 7, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 55, P. 2.

Get Your Daguerreotype Taken by Prof. Crouch, at 68 and 70 Fourth street, between Walnut and Vine, for 25 cents.

1858 May 8.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  May 8, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 56, P. 2.

Prof. Crouch’s Pictures Are admired by this community.  Gallery 68 and 70 West Fourth street.

1858 May 10.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  May 10, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 57, P. 2.

Get Your Daguerreotype At Prof. Crouch, 68 and 70 Fourth street, between Walnut and Vine.

1858 May 12.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  May 12, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 59, P. 2.

Works of Art, In the shape of perfect daguerreotypes, are made by Prof. Crouch’s, 68 and 70 West Fourth street, at reduced rates.  Call.

1858 May 14.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  May 14, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 61, P. 2.

Get Your Daguerreotype Taken by Prof. Crouch, at 68 and 70 Fourth street, between Walnut and Vine, for 25 cents.

1858 May 15.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  May 15, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 62, P. 2.

Prof. Crouch’s Pictures Are admired by this community.  Gallery 68 and 70 West Fourth street.

1858 May 19.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  May 19, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 65, P. 2.

Your Daguerreotype for 25 Cents Prof Crouch, at 68 and 70 West Fourth, makes them for 25 cents.

1858 May 21.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  May 21, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 67, P. 2.

Get Your Daguerreotype Taken by Prof. Crouch, at 68 and 70 Fourth street, between Walnut and Vine, for 25 cents.

1858 May 22.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  May 22, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 68, P. 2.

Prof. Crouch’s Pictures Are admired by this community.  Gallery 68 and 70 West Fourth street.

1858 May 28.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  May 28, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 73, P. 2.

“Hot Cakes” Nowhere As crowds visit the Daguerrean Gallery of Prof. Crouch, 68 and 70 West Fourth, for 25 cent pictures.

1858 May 31.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  May 31, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 75, P. 2.

Speaking Daguerreotypes Are made by Prof. Crouch, for 25 cts.  Gallery 68 and 70 West Fourth street.

1858 June 1.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  June 1, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 76, P. 2.

Your Daguerreotype for 25 cents.  Drop into the Gallery of Prof. Crouch, 68 and 70 West Fourth street, and get one.

1858 June 4.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  June 4, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 79, P. 2.

“Hot Cakes” Nowhere As crowds visit the Daguerrean Gallery of Prof. Crouch, 68 and 70 West Fourth, for 25 cent pictures.

1858 June 7.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  June 7, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 81, P. 2.

Speaking Daguerreotypes Are made by friend Crouch, for 25 cts.  Gallery 68 and 70 West Fourth street.

1858 June 8.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  June 8, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 82, P. 2.

Your Daguerreotype for 25 cents.  Drop into the Gallery of Mr. Crouch, 68 and 70 West Fourth street, and get one.

1858 June 14.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  June 14, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 87, P. 2.

Speaking Daguerreotypes Are made by friend Crouch, for 25 cts.  Gallery 68 and 70 West Fourth street.

1858 June 15.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  June 15, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 88, P. 2.

Suits the Ladies.  Such Daguerreotypes as are made by Mr. Crouch, at 68 and 70 West Fourth street.  Get one.

1858 June 18.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  June 18, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 91, P. 2.

Get Your Daguerreotypes of Mr. Crouch, who turns out perfect pictures for 25 cents, at 68 and 70 west Fourth street.

1858 June 21.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  June 21, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 93, P. 2.

Crouch’s Works of Art, Can be had at 68 and 70 West Fourth street.

1858 June 22.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  June 22, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 94, P. 2.

Suits the Ladies.  Such Daguerreotypes as are made by Mr. Crouch, at 68 and 70 West Fourth street.  Get one.

1858 June 24.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  June 24, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 96, P. 2.

Visit Crouch’s Gallery, 68 and 70 West Fourth, and get a 25 cent Daguerreotype.

1858 June 25.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  June 25, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 97, P. 2.

Get Your Daguerreotypes of Mr. Crouch, who turns out perfect pictures for 25 cents, at 68 and 70 west Fourth street.

1858 June 28.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  June 28, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 99, P. 2.

Crouch’s Works of Art, Can be had at 68 and 70 West Fourth street.

1858 June 29.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  June 29, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 100, P. 2.

Suits the Ladies, Daguerreotypes that are made by Mr. Crouch, at 68 and 70 West Fourth street.  Get one.

1858 July 1.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  July 1, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 102, P. 2.

Visit Crouch’s Gallery, 68 and 70 West Fourth, and get a 25 cent Daguerreotype.

1858 July 2.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  July 2, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 103, P. 2.

“Hot Cakes” Nowhere As crowds visit the Daguerrean Gallery of Prof. Crouch, 68 and 70 West Fourth, for 25 cent pictures.

1858 July 5.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  July 5, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 105, P. 2.

68 and 70 West Fourth street.  We have engaged so veral well known artist to assist us for this day.—Come early to avoid the rush.  W. Crouch.

1858 November 9.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  November 9, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 214, P. 2.

Star Gallery.  We take pleasure in announcing that Wm. T. Crouch (that prince of picture taking,) has purchased the above Gallery No. 58 West Fourth street, and fitted it up in a superior style, thus rendering it a delightful place of resort for the ladies and lovers of art.  His Ferreotypes, Melainotypes and Ambrotypes are truly most beautiful specimens.  To the photographs both plain and colored, and which for richness of tone and life like appearance cannot be surpassed, we would call particular attention.  We would say to the ladies, one and all [go to] the Star Gallery for your pictures.  Free to visitors.

1858 November 13.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  November 13, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 218, P. 2.

Crouch’s Star Gallery, 58 Fourth street, is the place to see the fashions of the city.  Ladies and gentlemen notwithstanding the cloudy weather, continue to crowd his Gallery daily, and all eager to obtain one of his Ferreotypes, the only imperishable picture that is made.  Call and see him.

1858 December 1.  Cincinnati Daily Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 1, 1858, Vol. XIX No. 233, P. 2.

The Star Gallery, No. 58 West Fourth street, excels any cheap gallery in the city for good Pictures, and accommodations cannot be surpassed in any.  Call and see their specimens, and while there get one of their 25 cent Pictures—you will find the time well spent.

1859 December 6.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 6, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 92, P. 2.

Who would not send a friend a Picture, when they can be had for ten cents, at 68 West Fourth-street.

Advertisement ran from December 6 to 12, 1859.

1859 December 17.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 17, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 102, P. 2.

Crouch’s Gallery, No. 68 West Fourth-street, is the place for cheap pictures.  Ten cents will procure them.  Go and get one.

Advertisement ran from December 17 to 23, 1859.

1859 December 24.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 24, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 105, P. 3.

Pictures for Ten Cents can be had at Crouch’s Gallery, No. 68 West Fourth-street.  Every person is invited to call and see for themselves.

Advertisement ran from December 24 to 31, 1859.

Crombaugh, S.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , , , ,

1856                Market street, near Western Reserve Bank, Warren, Ohio.

1856 September 24.  Western Reserve Chronicle  (Warren, Ohio.)  September 24, 1856, Vol. 41, No. 6, Whole No. 2086, P. 2.

“Secure the Shadow, ere the Substance fades.”  Ambrotypes, Photographs, And Daguerreotypes.  S. Crombaugh, Daguerrean Artist, (late of Cleveland.) would respectfully announce to the citizens of Warren and vicinity, that his Daguerrean Car is located for the present, at the corner of Market & Liberty, near the Western Reserve Bank; where he is prepared to take likenesses of all kinds, Ambrotypes, Photographs or Daguerreotypes.

The Ambrotype is taken upon white glass, and surpasses everything of the kind ever offered to the public.  There is a distinctness of outline and beauty of finish in these pictures, which present every feature with surprising clearness, and as permanent as time.  Ambrotypes taken at all times, either in pleasant or cloudy weather.

Particular attention paid to taking Likenesses in Lockets, and Pins, which he is prepared to do in the highest style of the srt, no matter how small the articles may be.

The prices will be as low as those of any other artist. 

Advertisement ran from September 24 to October 29, 1856.

1856 October 8.  Western Reserve Chronicle  (Warren, Ohio.)  October 8, 1856, Vol. 41, No. 8, Whole No. 2088, P. 3.

Ambrotypes.

“Blest be the art that can immortalize.

The art that baffles time’s tyrannic claim

To quench it.

Thus wrote Cowper more than a century ago, and so thinks those who, wishing thems leves to be immortalized, look into that Daguerrean Car Stationed on Market street, near Western Reserve Bank, where Mr. Crombaugh takes capital Ambrotypes.  His plan of hermetically sealing two glass plates together, with the picture between, must make the likeness imperious to air, consequently indestructible by time.  Those who wish to see themselves as others see them, should give him a call; and those who wish their pictures to look a little better than themselves, can be cheered by our experience.  

This is probably Samuel Crobaugh

Crobaugh, Samuel

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

1850                Rooms at Franklin House, Fremont, Ohio.

1852-1853       6 Ontario Street, Cleveland, Ohio.

1855                106 Superior Street, Cleveland, Ohio.

1858                3d Story, No 4 Ontario Street, Cleveland, Ohio.

1859                Opposite the Post Office, Cleveland Ohio.

1848 November 2.  Daily Commercial Register.  (Sandusky, Ohio.)  November 2, 1848, Vol. 1, No. 164, P. 2.

The Messrs. Crobaugh Would respectfully announce to the citizens of Sandusky City and vicinity, that they propose opening an Academy For Dancing, At the Exchange, where the purpose teaching all the different styles of fashionable dancing.

Hours of Instruction….from 6 o’clock till 10 P. M.

Terms—for a gentleman, privileged with two ladies, for a course of 12 lessons, in Quadrilles.  Gallopades, Waltzing, &c….$6.00.

Class in Polkas, Polka Quadrilles, Mazurkas, including the different styles of Waltzing…$10.00.

One half to be paid at the fourth lesson, and the remainder at the expiration of eight lessons.

Class in Quadrilles, &c. to commence November 20th.

Gentle wishing instructions, are requested to leave their names at the Exchange.

Messrs. C. will also give a series of Soirees, at the Exchange, between the hours of 6 and 11 P. M., commencing Nov. 24th, and to continue semi-monthly for a term of three months.

Music for Assemblies—at private or public houses, will be furnished at the shortest notice by S. and J. Crobaugh.

Recommendation.  After an acquaintance with Messrs. S. and J. Crobaugh, I believe them to be gentlemen, and know them to be competent tearchers in all the fashionable dances of the day; and as such, I most Cheerfully recommend them to the public.  L. V. Ballou, Prof. of Dancing.  

1850 November 30.  Fremont Weekly Freeman.  (Fremont, Ohio.)  November 30, 1850, Vol. II, No. 38, P. 3.

Messrs. Crobaugh Would most respectively announce to the People of Fremont and vicinity, that they are prepared to execute Daguerreotypes, By the late Paris Process, entirely superior to any taken by the old Process.  It will be seen that these Pictures possess a strength not inferior to the most celebrated Oil Paintings, yet possessing all the beauties 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 no other.  In fact, their beauty is past description.  Persons must examine them, to be able to judge of their perfection.  The subscriber has also a variety of the richest

Daguerrean Stock, Of their own selection.  Persons visiting this place, on business or pleasure, should not neglect this rare opportunity of obtaining for themselves and friends, these inestimable mementoes.

P. S. Messrs. C. are also prepared to give instructions to any who may wish to embark in this fascinating vocation, which meets the most favorable approbation and patronage from all possessed of cultivated taste and refinement.

Inexperienced operators can receive instructions in the art of making different kinds of Accelerators, Patent Gilding and general improvements.—Also,

Galvanic Batteries Furnished, with instructions.  All of these are indispensably necessary to compete with artists possessing the above facilities.

Miniatures set in Pins, Rings, Ladies’ Bracelets; &c.  Also, Daguerreotypes and Oil paintings copied with accuracy.  The subscriber will remain in this place a few months only.  Their Rooms may be found at the Franklin House.  Fremont Nov. 30, 1850.

Advertisement ran from November 30 to December 28, 1850.

1850 November 30.  Fremont Weekly Freeman.  (Fremont, Ohio.)  November 30, 1850, Vol. II, No. 38, P. 2.

Cotilion Parties.  Messrs. Crobaugh takes this method of notifying the citizens of Sandusky and adjoining counties, that they have located in Fremont for the coming winter, and are prepared to furnish Music to dancing parties on the most favorable terms.  Fremont. Nov. 30, 1850.

Advertisement ran from November 30 to December 28, 1850.

1850 December 5.  The Daily Sanduskian.  (Sandusky, Ohio.)  December 5, 1850, Vol. 3, No. 192, P. 2.

Quadrill Band.  Orders from the surrounding country for Music will receive prompt attention at Fremont.  S. & J. Crobaugh.

1852 August 20.  Morning Daily True Democrat.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  August 20, 1852, Vol. 6, No. 204, P. 2.

Crobaugh’s Daguerrean Rooms, No. 6, Ontario street, Cleveland, Ohio.  Where but very few moments are required to encase Likenesses in any of the various styles of the art in a manner that cannot fair to give satisfaction.  From his long experience as a Daguerrean, and his present unrivalled facilities, (having the largest and most available Sky and Side Light in the city,) Mr. C. respectfully solicits the public generally, in the city and country to call, and be satisfied that they cannot get cheaper and better pictures in any particular, in this or any other city.

Don’t mistake the place—entrance adjoining Stair’s Seed store.

Advertisement ran from August 20 to October 17, 1853.

1852 August 20.  Morning Daily True Democrat.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  August 20, 1852, Vol. 6, No. 204, P. 3.

We would call attention to Crobaugh’s New Daguerrean Rooms, No. 6 Ontario street.  He has obtained every thing requisite for his profession, and is well able to attend to the wants of his customers; give him a trial, and then if you are not satisfied, you will be hard to please.  Don’t forget the place and don’t forget to call and examine specimens at least.

1852 December 8.  Morning Daily True Democrat.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  December 8, 1852, Vol. 6, No. 290, P. 2.

Crobaugh’s Quadrille Band—Will attend private or public parties in the city or country, with any required Musicians.  S. Crobaugh Conductor.

Residence No. 40 Garden street—During business hours at his Daguerrean Room, No. 6 Ontario street.

1852 December 9.  Daily Forest City Democrat.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  December 9, 1852, Vol. 7, No. 2434, P. 3.

Crobaugh’s Daguerrian Gallery is still in the Delamater block, corner of Public Square and Ontario street, and we are happy to say is receiving its usual patronage—an extensive one.  If you want a life like picture, one that won’t fade, this is the place to go for it sure.

1853 January 4.  Daily Forest City Democrat.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  January 4, 1853, Vol. 7, No. 2443, P. 3.

The music so highly spoken of at the Lake Captain’s Ball, at Brighton, on New Year’s, was furnished by Crobaugh’s well known band.

1858 July 7.  Cleveland Morning Leader.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  July 7, 1858, Vol. 12, No. 162, P. 3.

Crobaugh’s Ambrotype Rooms, 3d Story, No. 4 Ontario Street.—Yesterday, by invitation, we called on this distinguished artist.  Mr. C. has furnished his spacious apartments with all the latest improvements of this enlightened and progressive age.  His camera is one-fourth larger than the largest in town, and it is through its magical influence that lovers of the fine arts are induced to call on him and get accurate pictures of themselves.  Their sons and daughters, hearing the news, are equally anxious to get similar likenesses.  His light and shading apparatus are well adapted to the requirements of taking all sized Ambrotypes, which when finished, are in point artistic execution authentic duplicates, being equal to the best in the western country; and in securing the “shadow ere the substance fades,” we are confident he can do it to the entire satisfaction of all who will favor him with their patronage.

1858 October 18.  Cleveland Daily Plain Dealer.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  October 18, 1858, Vol. XIV, No. 247, P. 3.

Crobaugh’s Pictures.—Samuel Crobaugh is taking fine pictures at his rooms in Hoffman’s Block.  He is an artist of rare abilities and his apparatus is of the first order.  Specimens of his skill may be seen at his rooms.  Persons wishing good likenesses of themselves would do very well in calling on Crobaugh.

1858 December 14.  Cleveland Morning Leader.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  December 14, 1858, Vol. 12, No. 305, P. 3.

Holiday Presents.—The citizens of Cleveland may not all be aware of the important fact that Crobaugh continues to take first class likenesses at greatly reduced prices to suit the times.  Nevertheless, those who are not posted in reference to this establishment can be convinced by calling at his large suite of Ambrotype Rooms, where they will find Mr. C. in Readiness awaiting to receive his numerous patrons and visitors.  See entrances leading to them, corner of Ontario street and the Square.  Likewise near Stair House Seed Store.—We believe it is readily admitted that a thing of beauty is a joy forever, and we do not know of anything more beautiful than a perfect duplicate of your own dear friends and relations, acquaintances, &c.  Such a present at the coming holidays would be highly prized.  Call and examine specimen pictures soon, as Christmas and New Years are close at hand.

1859 March 21.  Cleveland Daily Plain Dealer.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  March 21, 1859, Vol. XV, No. 65, P. 2.

Photographs of all Kinds At Crobaugh’s Gallery, opposite the Post Office, Executed by J. W. Green, late of J. F. Ryder’s Gallery.

Photographic and Stereoscopic Views of Ohio Scenery Constantly on hand and for sale.  Also Stereoscopic Heads and Family Groups Made to order on reasonable terms. 

Advertisement ran from March 21 to April 20, 1859.

1859 April 16.  Cleveland Daily Plain Dealer.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  April 16, 1859, Vol. XV, No. 88, P. 2.

Great Excitement!—Thirty-seven citizens held in custody at the United States Court Room, opposite Crobaugh’s Gallery, in the Hoffman Block, where can be had at all hours, Green’s famous Photographs and Stereoviews of Ohio Scenery.

1859 May 4.  Cleveland Daily Plain Dealer.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  May 4, 1859, Vol. XV, No. 103, P. 3.

By the way, who is “the successful and talented artist, J. M. Green,” who the paper says took the Photograph?

The above appears in the Leader’s notice of Frank Leslie’s last Newspaper, which contains admirable likenesses of the Oberlin Rescuers, taken in the Jail-yard by Mr. Green.  Mr. Green does the photographing at Crobaugh’s gallery, in Hoffman’s Block, and is an unsurpassed artist.  His stereotypes have been particularly admired for their beauty and vivid naturalness, and the compliment paid him in Frank Leslie’s Newspaper is entirely deserved.

1859 September 10.  Cleveland Morning Leader.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  September 10, 1859, Vol. 13, No. 217, P. 3.

Put-In-Bay Eclipsed.—The crowd going there will be large and all will probably enjoy themselves and return home much delighted with what they have seen and heard, but just witness the rush to Crobaugh’s ambrotype rooms where fathers, mothers, sisters and brothers, beaus, belles, and beauties go to get truthful likenesses at unprecedented low prices.  His rooms are spacious and pleasantly situated on the corner of Ontario street and the public square, opposite the Old Court House.  Mr. C. pays strict attention to calls from his patrons and visitors, invariably superintending the taking of pictures himself.  This is one of the grand secrets of his great success,  He employs none but the scientific workmen to assist him and uses none but the very best of chemicals.  By so doing he is decidedly successful.  He has one of the largest cameras in Northern Ohio, that never fails to insure an accurate representation of features in all kinds of weather.  Go to his gallery and sit for your picture, after which you will advise all your friends to follow suit.

1859 September 27.  Cleveland Morning Leader.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  September 27, 1859, Vol. 13, No. 231, P. 3.

“ Look On This Picture, And On That.”—This was the language of Hamlet to his loyal mamma, according to W. Shakespeare, Esq.  It is now supposed that this remark was made while they were on a visit to S. Crobaugh’s Art Emporium, opposite the Post Office.

Advertisement ran on September 27 & 28, 1859.

1859 October 18.  Cleveland Morning Leader.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  October 18, 1859, Vol. 13, No. 249, P. 3.

Photographs.—No person in this city can get up a finer Photograph than Samuel Crobaugh, opposite the Post Office.  Call and see him.

1890 October 9.  Cleveland Plain Dealer.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  October 9, 1890, Vol. 48, P. 8.

Samuel Crobaugh Dead.  The Ranks of the Pioneers Thinned by the Death of a Remarkable Man—A Photographer in the infancy of the Art and No Mean Musician.

Another Pioneer is gone.  Samuel Crobaugh diid at 10:30 a. m. yesterday at his residence, No. 1035 Bolton avenue, aged 72 years.  Mr. Crobaugh came to this city from the interior of the state nearly forty years ago.  He was a pioneer in photography and in the early days took daguerreotypes in a small building on the corner of Ontario street and the Public square.  Mr. Crobaugh was no mean musician and an expert performer on the violin.  Late in life he married a Miss Hawes, who with one son, Samuel Crobaugh, Jr., aged about 22 years, survives him.  His funeral will occure at his residence at 10:30 a.m. Saturday.   

1890 October 9.  Cleveland Plain Dealer.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  October 9, 1890, Vol. 48, P. 3.

Died.  Crobaugh—Oct. 8, 1890, Samuel Crobaugh, in his 72d year.

Funeral services at residence, 1035 Bolton av., Saturday, Oct 11, at 10:30 a. m.

1890 October 10.  The Cleveland Leader.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  October 10, 1890, Vol. 43, No. 283, P. 5.

Died.  Crobaugh—Oct. 8, 1890, Samuel Crobaugh, in his 72d year.

Funeral services at residence, 1035 Bolton av., Saturday, Oct 11, at 10:30 a. m.

1890 October 11.  The Cleveland Leader.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  October 11, 1890, Vol. 43, No. 284, P. 5.

The Death List.  The following deaths were reported at the health office yesterday…

Samuel Crobaugh, No. 1035 Bolton avenue, aged seventy-two years, pneumonia.

1890 October 12.  The Cleveland Leader.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  October 12, 1890, Vol. 43, No. 285, P. 5.

The Funeral of Samuel Crobaugh.  The funeral of the late Samuel Crobaugh took place yesterday at his late residence, No. 1035 Bolton.  Mr. Crobaugh was an old citizen of Cleveland, and in his long residence here he made many friends who were present at his funeral and showed their respect for his memory by numerous touching tributes.  He was one of  the pioneer daguerreotype artists of this city, and was for years well known to the Cleveland public.  He was a man of a very amiable, kindly, and generous disposition and few persons have lived to his age—seventy-two years—and remained through all circumstances the same cheerful and unruffled temper.  All who knew him deeply mourned his death, and while the immediate members of his family were overcome with grief, there were many sad faces and eyes wet with tears among the attendants at his funeral.  The funeral services were very touching and simple.  Rev. F. L. Hosmer read appropriate selections from the Scriptures and made a few fitting and touching remarks.  The remains were deposited in the vault at Woodland Cemetery.  The Pall bearers were H. M. Addison, J. Blackburn, and E. D. Stark. Mr. Crobaugh leaves a wife, a son, Professor Frank Crobaugh, chemist of the Stewart Iron Works, of Sharon, Pa., a sister, Mrs. Mary Woodworth, and his brother, Daniel Crobaugh.

1890 October 14.  Cleveland Plain Dealer.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  October 14, 1890, Vol. 48, P. 5.

The Widow and son of the late Samuel Crobaugh have been appointed joint administrators of his estate with a $500 bond.