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Dunshee, Edward S.

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

1844                Rooms at the Brick House, corner of Pleasant Street, Middlebury, Vermont.

1853-1857       3 Pleasant Street, corner South Main, Fall River, Massachusetts.[1]

1856-1859       30 Purchase Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1860                Address Unknown, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1860-1864       30 Purchase Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1868-1890       3 Tremont Row, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1871-1873       1051 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1876-1879       58 Temple Place, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1879-1895       1330 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.[2]

1886-1887       7 Tremont Row, Boston, Massachusetts.2

1891-1895       4517 Franklin Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.2

1844 August 7.  The Northern Galaxy.  (Middlebury, Vermont.)  August 7, 1844, Vol. IX, No. 14, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Mr. E. S. Dunshee respectfully informs the citizens of Middlebury, that he has taken rooms and set up his apparatus for taking Daguerreotype Miniatures, at the Brick House on the corner of Pleasant St., recently occupied by J. Gordon, and will remain there a few days where he will be happy to exhibit to the ladies and gentlemen of Middlebury, specimens of his work and render such information as may be desired.

N. B.  Copies of paintings, engravings &c., are taken by the same process.  Also the natural color shall be given to Miniatures by another process.  Instruction given, and apparatus furnished on reasonable terms. 

Advertisement ran from August 7 to 21, 1844.

1856 April 10.  The New Bedford Mercury.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  April 10, 1856, Vol. XLVIII, Whole No. 2532, P. 3.

E. S. Dunshee Gallery Of Patent Ambrotypes and Photographs, 30 Purchase Street.  Where you can be sure of obtaining as fine a Likeness as any Rooms in the State.  Those who have (mostly unreadable couple of lines.)  getting a good Picture.  I would invite to call, and if I do not satisfy [then] my work shall be given gratis.  Having had 13 years experience and practice in the Daguerrean Art.  I feel confident that all work [issued] from my establishment shall not be [surpassed.]

N. B.—The above Pictures can be taken in any style, set in frames, Cases and Lockets, of any desirable size, and furnished at such prices as to be within the reach of all.  Particular attention paid to copying Daguerreotypes and taking miniatures of small children.

Photographs taken from [$10 per dozen to $10.00 each, and colored by the best artist if desired.  The public are respectfully invited to call and examine a large collection of superior [specimens], whether in want of pictures or not.  Instructions given in the above arts.  30 Purchase street  E. S. Dunshee, Artist

1858 November 15.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  November 15, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 233, P. 2.

Dunshee’s Gallery of Beautiful Ambrotypes.  Also Photographs, And all other styles of Likenesses, worth looking for.  Prices From 25 Cents To 10 Dollars.

Just received, a splendid lot of new Cases and Frames, some of which are decidedly beautiful.  Those who are desirous of having their Ambrotypes or Photographs taken at Dunshee’s Gallery should be sure to call at No. 30 Purchase street, where the finest specimens of the art are on exhibition, and of superior finish and beauty.  Also warranted a better Likeness than is made at any other gallery in this city.  Remember, No. 30 Purchase street.  E. S. Dunshee, Artist.  aug28. 

Advertisement was recorded on November 15, 1858, and from January 1 to February 19, 1859.

1858 November 15.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  November 15, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 233, P. 2.

Photograph Frames.  Those having Photographs of Rev. Mr. Whitney can have them neatly framed at a small expanse, by calling at Dunshee’s Gallery No. 30 Purchase st.  aug28.

Advertisement was recorded on November 15, 1858, January 1 to February14, 1859.

1859 January 4.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  January 4, 1859, Vol. IX, No. 274, P. 2.

The Photographic portraits of the officers and members of Engine Co. No. 5, 50 in numbers with a view of the engine, taken by Dunshee, arranged on a large sheet and enclosed in a neat frame, are on exhibition for a few days in the window of Henry J. Taylor & Co., on Purchase street.  Thet are to be presented to [ ? ] Engine Co. No. 1, of Waterford, N. Y.

1859 February 21.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  February 21, 1859, Vol. X, No. 6, P. 2.

Dunshee’s Gallery of Beautiful Ambrotypes.  Also,—Photographs, And all other styles of Likenesses, worth looking for.  Prices from 50 cts. to 10 Dollars.

Just received, a splendid lot of new Cases and Frames, some of which are decidedly beautiful.  Those who are desirous of having their Ambrotypes or Photographs taken at Dunshee’s Gallery, should be sure and call at No. 30 Purchase street, where the finest specimens of the art are on exhibition, and of superior finish and beauty.  Also warranted a better Likeness than is made at any other gallery in the city.  Remember, No. 30 Purchase street.  Those having Photographs of Rev. Mr. Whitney can have them neatly framed at a small expense by calling at E. S. Dunshee, Artist.

Advertisement ran from February 21 to April 8, 1859.

1859 April 9.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  April 9, 1859, Vol. X, No. 46, P. 2.

Imperial Photograph and Ambrotype Gallery, At No. 30 Purchase Street.  Mr. Dunshee having completed his arrangements is now prepared to furnish to all who wish Photographs and Ambrotypes, in the largest sizes, and finished in India Ink or colors.

Having imported from Paris one of the largest Cameras ever made, he will warrant his Pictures on these sizes to be as fine as those made in New York or Boston, and at prices 50 per cent less.  An opportunity is now offered to procure near home those pictures which heretofore customers have been obliged to get in other places.

Mr. D. has recently purchased a large assortment of Frames, Fancy Cases, Passepartouts, &c., which he invites the public to call and examine. 

Grateful for past favors he hopes by careful attention to business, and by always endeavoring to give a superior picture to merit a conuance (sic.) of the public patronage.

Don’t Forget the Place.  Sign Of The Big Camera, No. 30 Purchase Street.  E. S. Dunshee, Artist.

Advertisement ran from April 9 to May 31, 1859.

1859 June 1.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  June 1, 1859, Vol. X, No. 81, P. 2.

Dunshee’s Photograph and Ambrotype Gallery.  No. 30 Purchase Street.  Mr. D. who stands at the head of his profession, will guarantee to the public that he will continue to hold out better inducements than ever.  Instead of letting the public run their chances for pictures, he will give Ambrotypes in nice Velvet Lined Cases, For Only 50 Cents!  And warrant all his pictures to be perfect in every respect.

Photographs of all sizes from $3 per dozen to $20 each.  Mr. Dunshee employs one of the first India Ink workers in the State, therefore can get up finer Photographs than any other room in the city.  The public are respectfully invited to call and see for themselves before purchasing elsewhere.

Old Daguerreotypes.  Particular attention paid to copying old Daguerreotypes of deceased friends or others to any desired size.  Each picture warranted perfect as a likeness and superior in style and finish.  Mr. D. having the most complete set of instruments an excellent light and the Largest Camera in the city, is prepared to do all kinds in his line in a manner unsurpassed by the best artist in any city in the Union.

Picture Frames.  Double and Single cases of all desirable kinds and latest patterns kept constantly on hand and sold at prices which defy competition.  Gallery No. 30 Purchase Street.  E. S. Dunshee, Artist.

Advertisement ran from June 1 to December 31, 1859.

1860 January 5.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  January 5, 1860, Vol. X, No. 265, P. 2.

The attention of our readers is called to the advertisement in the special notices, of Mr. Dunshee, whose reputation as an artist is well known in this city.  He is sti;ll ready to take ambrotypes and photographs in the highest style of the art, for the proof of which any one has but to call at his rooms and see specimens,

1860 January 5.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  January 5, 1860, Vol. X, No. 265, P. 2.

True Facts, And Facts Worthy Of Being Known.  Everybody Proclaims It, That Dunshee’s Ambrotypes and Photographs are beyond all question the best made in this city.  Their immense sale and universal popularity attest their excellence.

Anybody Who may have one of his Pictures will convinced of the above facts.

Nobody Will doubt their superiority over others, and any one desiring a fine Likeness should not fail to call at his Gallery.  No. 30 Purchase Street. 

Old Daguerreotypes copied into Photographs, and made superior to the original picture, at No. 30 Purchase st.  E. S. Dunshee, Artist.

Advertisement ran from January 5 to

1864 February 20.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  February 20, 1864, Vol. XV, No. 6, P. 2.

Inducements to the Uninformed!  E. S. Dunshee Informs the public in general that he can and will take all styles of Pictures, Ambrotypes, Photographs, and Card Visites, from the smallest up to life size, as low as at any other Rooms in the city.  Also , Card Visites from Negatives for $2 and $2.50 per dozen—please bear in mind.

Frames of all styles and sizes, constantly on hand.

Gallery No. 30 Purchase street.  E. S. Dunshee.

1864 February 25.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  February 25, 1864, Vol. XV, No. 10, P. 2.

Notice.  I Hereby notify the public that I shall pay no bills contracted by any person, not even my wife, without my written permission.  E. S. Dunshee.

1864 March 29.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  March 29, 1864, Vol. XV, No. 38, P. 2.

E. S. Dunshee has not sold out nor has he left town, but can be found at his rooms, 30 Purchase street, and all who wish their card visites or any other style of picture, can be accommodated at as low price as at any other room in this city.

1873-1876 in partnership with his son in the firm of Edward S. Dunshee & Son (E. Byron Dunshee) Principals in the firm include 1882-1887 Fred F. Dunshee, 1882-1884 Frederick J. Needham, 

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

[2] Directory of Pennsylvania Photographers 1839-1900

Duffy, James G.

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1854-1856       229 Bowery, New York, New York.[1]

1859                492 Grand Street, New York, New York.

1860                492 Grand Street, New York, New York.1

1861                52 Chatham, New York, New York.1

1862                58 Chatham, New York, New York.1

1859 March 28.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  March 28, 1859, Whole No. 8240, P. 6.

Wanted—A Young Lady Of Pleasing Address to attend Young’s gallery, 418 Grand st.  One who can finish ambrotypes preferred.  Also one at Duffy’s, Thalian Hall, 492 Grand st.

[1] New York City Directories, 1855 recorded as Ross & Duffy.  Not listed in the 1857 & 1858 NYC Directories.  1859 recorded as a daguerreotypes, business address not recorded, h-499 Grand.  1860 recorded as ambrotypes.  1861 & 1862 recorded as photographs.

Dow, James M.

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1854                Address Unknown, Ogdensburgh, New York.

1857                Address Unknown, Ogdensburgh, New York.

1859                Hopkins’ Block, Ogdensburgh, New York.

1854 January 23.  St. Lawrence Republican.  (Ogdensburgh, New York.)  January 23, 1854, Vol. 24, No. 8, P. 3.

“Excelsior” Daguerreian Car.  Westcott & Dow Would Respectfully Announce to the citizens of Ogdensburgh and vicinity that they will remain in this place a few days with their Mammoth Daguerreian Gallery.

This car is fitted up expressly for this business, having Sky and Side Lights combined.  In this combination of light, which may be used separately if required, the unpleasant shades have been reduced, and mellowness, prominence richness and brilliancy of finish is given to the likeness, rarely found in the most extensive Galleries.

It has become an acknowledged fact that the human countenance can be preserved without decay, and from the long experience and through knowledge of all the improvements appertaining to the art, and the many facilities with which they are enabled to operate in their new Car, they flatter themselves that their work will not suffer in comparison with that of the most popular Artists of the country.

They are now prepared to take pictures of all sizes, from the smallest miniature even to the largest ever taken, at prices ranging from One to Fifteen dollars.  Perfect satisfaction given, or no charge.

Their Stock is also of the best quality, consisting in part of Gold Lockets, Pins, Rings, Bracelets, Jewel, Jenny Lind, Pearl, and French Miniature Cases.  Fancy, French, and Kossuth Frames, of large and small sizes, &c.

Single pictures put up and secured with preservers, for the low price on One Dollar.  Likenesses Of Children taken in from two to three seconds in clear weather.  Adults in all kinds of weather.

Ladies and Gentlemen are invited to call and examine specimens, to satisfy themselves.  As they expect to remain but a short time, they would recommend to those who prize the mementoes of departed friends, and would secure their perfect likenesses, to avail themselves of the present opportunity.

Perfect copies of Paintings, Crayons, Daguerreotypes made large or small, as they may require.

N. B—Particular attention given to taking Family Groups.  Hours of operating from 9 to 4 o’clock; Children 10 to 4 o’clock.  January 28, 1854.

Advertisement ran from January 28 to April, 18, 1854.

1857 September 17.  The Daily Journal.  (Ogdensburgh, New York.)  September 17, 1857, No. 711, P. 3.

Dow’s Excelsior Daguerrian Car!  J. M. Dow would respectfully announce to the Citizens of Ogdensburgh and vicinity, that he has returned to this place for a few days with his Mammoth Daguerrian Gallery.

This car is fitted up expressly for this business, having Sky and Side Lights combined.—In this combination of light, which may be used separately if required, the unpleasant shades have been reduced, and mellowness, prominence richness and brilliancy of finish is given to the likeness, rarely found in the most extensive Galleries.

He is now taking pictures in all the new and beautiful varieties the Photographic Art is capable of producing, such as Ambrotypes, Melanotypes, Ambrographs, Photographs, Cameotypes, Sphereotypes, And Daguerreotypes.

Having the advantage of one of the new quick “Working Cameras,” the best now in use, he is prepared to take pictures of all sizes and in all kinds of weather, with a correctness not to be excelled.  His stock comprises all the different varieties now manufactured.

Also an assortment of Fine Locket Jewelry, which will be sold almost at cost.  September 17, 1857.

Advertisement ran from September 17 to December 23, 1857.

1857 November 17.  The Ogdensburgh Sentinel.  (Ogdensburgh, New York.)  November 17, 1857, Vol. XIV, No. 36, P. 3.

Excelsior Daguerrian Car!  J. M. Dow Would Respectfully announce to the Citizens of Ogdensburgh and vicinity, that he has returned to this place for a short time with his Mammoth Daguerrian Gallery.

This Car is fitted up expressly for this business, having Sky and Side Lights combined.  He is now taking pictures in all the new and beautiful varieties the Photographic Art is capable of producing, such as Ambrotypes, Melanotypes, Ambrographs, Photographs, Cameotypes, Sphereotypes, and Daguerreotypes.

Having the advantage of one of the new quick “Working Cameras,” the best now in use, he is prepared to take pictures of all sizes and in all kinds of weather, with a correctness not to be excelled.  His stock comprises all the different varieties now manufactured.

Advertisement ran from November 17 to December 29, 1857.

1859 August 30.  St. Lawrence Republican and Ogdensburgh Weekly Journal.  (Ogdensburgh, New York.)  August 30, 1859, Vol. 29, No. 40, P. 2.

J. M. Dow has permanently located in this village, and opened a Photographic Gallery in Hopkins’ Block, east end of the Bridge.

1859 September 27.  St. Lawrence Republican and Ogdensburgh Weekly Journal.  (Ogdensburgh, New York.)  September 27, 1859, Vol. 29, No. 44, P. 3.

Dow’s Photographic Gallery.  James M. Dow, Would Respectfully Inform The citizens of Ogdensburgh that he has fitted up new and permanent Daguerrian Rooms, in Hopkins’ Block, where he will take Pictures in all the new and beautiful varieties of the art.

Raised Pictures, Ambrotypes, Melanotypes &c., &c., Old daguerreotypes, Paintings, &c., copied and thrown up if required.  Photographs and Halotypes taken at these Rooms of any required size, colored or plain.  Pictures taken equally well in cloudy weather.

All are invited to call and examine, Stock, Specimens &c.  sept. 14.

Advertisement ran from September 27 to November 15, 1859.

1859 December 20.  St. Lawrence Republican and Ogdensburgh Weekly Journal.  (Ogdensburgh, New York.)  December 20, 1859, Vol. 30, No. 4, P. 2.

Pictures.—J. M. Dow, Photographic and Daguerrean artist, Hopkins’ Block, is making extensive preparations to accommodate the public with pictures.  What more appropriate presents could be made to those you love, than your own pleasant physiognomy—everybody looks pleasant in a picture—during the Holidays.  Next to giving one’s self away, such a presentation would be most acceptable to most folks.  Talk about throwing yourself away, when somebody wants you done up in miniature, surrounded in a neat, little case, and Dow wants to take you for them.  Why, its all nonsense, and not to be thought of.  Go right down and get taken,.

Doughty, Thomas M. V,

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1854-1855       Address Unknown, Cornwall, Connecticut.

1856                Rooms adjoining Winsted Herald Offices, Winsted, Connecticut.

1854 November 2.  The Litchfield Republican.  (Litchfield, Connecticut.)  November 2, 1854, Vol. VIII, No, 20, Whole No. 384, P. 2.

We see by the Poughkeepsie Telegraph, that our friend Thomas M. V. Doughty of Cornwall Hollow, had a premium of $3 awarded to him, by the Dutchess County Agricultural Society, for

his superior daguerreotype likenesses.

1855 October 26.  The Litchfield Republican.  (Litchfield, Connecticut.)  October 26, 1855, Vol. IX, No, 19, Whole No. 435, P. 2.

At the late Exhibition of the Dutchess County Agricultural Society, held at Washington Hollow, we noticed our friend, T. M. V. Doughty, of Cornwall Hollow, received the first premium of $5 for the best three frames of daguerreotypes.

1856 June 13.  The Litchfield Republican.  (Litchfield, Connecticut.)  June 13, 1856, Vol. IX, No, 51, Whole No. 457, P. 2.

Pictures.  T. V. M. Doughty, who has taken the rooms occupied by Landon in the building adjoining our office, is sustaining the former high reputation of the Gallery for pictures not to be surpassed, and not often equalled (sic.).  Daguerreotypes have for the most part given place to the more modern and more valuable Ambrotypes; but Mr. Doughty is equally at home in all styles and improvements of the art.  Those still preferring a photograph he can gratify, and while we felicitate ourself upon the possession of a gentlemanly and clever neighbor, our gratulations extend to our community in its possession of an excellent resident artist.  Winstead Herald.

The above is true, even if the Winsted Herald does say it.  Mr. Doughty is one of the best artists in the State.  Wonder if friend Clark didn’t [notice.]

Doty, Charles C.

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1854                Address Unknown, Troy, New York.[1]

1855-1857       Corner of Congress and River Streets, Troy, New York.

1857-1858       Corner of Albany and Second Streets, Troy, New York.

1857                82 Market Street, Over Smyth’s China Store, Wilmington, Delaware.

1855 October 18.  Lansingburgh Democrat.  (Lansingburgh, New York.)  October 18, 1855, Vol. 19, No. 52, P. 1.

Important To Everybody!  The Best Place To Have your Daguerreotype taken.  Go to the corner of Congress and Rive street, Troy.  Only 50 cents.  Put up in a beautiful Morocco case.  Ladies and gentlemen visiting Troy will please call and judge for themselves.  Gallery corner of Congress and River sts., Troy.  All pictures warranted not to fade.  Prof. C. Doty, Proprietor.

Advertisement ran from October 18, 1855 to November 19, 1857.

1855 December 6.  The Daily Times.  (Troy, New York.)  December 6, 1855, Vol. V, No. 142, P. 2.

Important to Everybody.  The best place to have your Daguerreotype taken is at the branch of the New York Daguerrean Gallery. Corner of Congress and River streets.

Only 50 Cents, Colored beautifully, in a nice case, equal to those that cost $2 elsewhere.  Call in and judge for yourselves.  Charles C. Doty, corner of Congress and River streets.

Advertisement was recorded fourteen times between December 6, 1855 to April 12, 1856.

1855 December 24.  The Daily Times.  (Troy, New York.)  December 24, 1855, Vol. V, No. 157, P. 2.

Holiday Gifts and Presents  Christmas is coming…

Daguerrean Artists. 

Those who want a “counterfeit presentment,” either of themselves or friends for a sweet-heart or as a household treasure, can have it taken as natural as life by.

James Irving,…………Market Bank Building

Clark & Holmes………Museum Building

L. E. Everett,…………cor. First and River

John Irving,…………..218 River

C. C. Doty,……………cor. River and Congress

1857 January 10.  The Troy Weekly Times.  (Troy, New York.)  January 10, 1857, Vol. I, No. 26, P. 2.

Fire Last Night—Several Business Establishments on River And Congress Streets Destroyed—Heavy Loss.—About 12½ o’clock last night, a fire was discovered in the finishing room over the hat store of Mr. Benjamin Hatch, No. 158 River Street…No. 156…In the upper story Mr. C. C. Doty had a daguerreotype and Ambrotype Establishment.  His loss is about $800—of which $300 was in money burned.  No insurance.

1857 July 11.  The Troy Weekly Times.  (Troy, New York.)  July 11, 1857, Vol. I, No. 52, P. 3.

Fire This Morning.—About two o’clock this morning, a fire broke out in the building on the South-East corner of Second and Albany streets, in a room occupied by C. C. Doty, Daguerrean artist.  The flames were discovered by two night-policemen, who at once sounded an alarm, and burst into the room.  The several Companies belonging to the Fire Department were on hand before the flames had made much progress; there was an abundance of water on hand, and by a judicious application of their resources, they were enabled to confine the fire to the portion of the building in which it originated.

Mr. Doty, daguerrean, loses nearly everything in his establishment.  He was insured in the Phoenix Insurance Co., for $800, which in all probability fully cover his loss.

1857 April 9.  Lansingburgh Democrat.  (Lansingburgh, New York.)  April 9, 1857, Vol. 21, No. 24, P. 3.

Hillotypes.  The Hillotype, Or Pictures In Natural Colors, By Chas. C. Doty.  This Is The Most Perfect and beautiful style of Pictures ever obtained by the Photographic Art.  They are perfect Gems of Beauty.  They have received the highest commendations from good judges of Art, and it has been the wonder of every one who examined the specimens, how human art or skill could counterfeit Nature to such perfection.  The color of the complexion, Hair, Eyes, Drapery, etc., being rendered as perfect as Life itself.  The Hillotype is made on Glass and Metal Plates, and also on paper, and they are indestructible be either climate or acids.—The only place these Gems of Art are made at the subscribers saloon, Corner of Albany and Second sts., Troy,.

This improvement in Picture making belongs exclusively to the subscriber—he having spent considerable money and time to bring this beautiful process to perfection.  He is now prepared to lay it before the Public for inspection, and earnestly invite them to call and examine specimens at his Rooms, corner of Albany and Second streets, when they will be convinced of their merit over all other Pictures executed by the Camera.

The Hillotype will not cost any more than the ordinary Daguerreotype or Ambrotype, and for beauty of expression and the exquisite delicacy of the shading and sharpness of outline, the Daguerreotype or Ambrotype can bear no comparison with the Hillotype.  The subscriber intends to Patent his improvement, when he will sell to Artist throughout the States and Europe the right to use it.

The subscriber has no connection with any other establishment in Troy.  The Hillotype is made only by him at his new Rooms, Corner Of Albany and Second Sts.., Troy, N. Y., opposite the Mansion House—Entrance No. 8 Second st.

The Hillotype Is Warranted Not To Fade.  Chas. C. Doty, Proprietor.  April 9, 1857.

Advertisement ran from April 9, 1857 to August 19, 1858.

1857 October 10.  Delaware Democrat.  (Wilmington, Delaware.)  October 10, 1857, Vol. 1, No. 25, P. 3.

Great Improvement In the Art.  Hilotypes, Photographs, Ambrotypes, by Prof. C. C. Doty, the celebrated Artist from New York.  The Subscriber Wishes to inform the citizens of Wilmington and the vicinity that he has engaged rooms in company with the well known artist W. P. Larkin. Rooms, No. 82 Market Street, over Smyth’s China Store.  This is one of the most pleasant Rooms in town, and the subscribers intend making it a first class room by turning out work that cannot be surpassed here or elsewhere for beauty, durability and cheapness.

The Hilotype is the most beautiful and pleasing style of picture ever introduced to the public.  This improvement was invented by Prof. C. C. Doty, and he is the on;y artist that understands making them.

The imperial Photograph.  This is a new and beautiful style Photographs and equal to the finest Engravings and much sought after.

Ambrotypes beautifully colored, superior to any that have been made in this city, large size only 50 cents, equal to those that will cost you $2.00 elsewhere.

Lettertypes for sending in letters to any part of the United States or Europe, free of charge.

Melaneotypes only 50 cents, large size and superior to any that has been made in town.  Call and examine them judge for yourself.

Pictures inserted in Lockets, breast pins, and finger rings in the neatest manner possible and on reasonable terms.  Old daguerreotypes copied and faded ones restored and made to look as good as new.

We invite all to give us a call and examine the specimens.  Admission free.  Photograph Views of Washington’s Monument in New York; Saint Nicholas Hotel, New York; Niagara Falls, and a view of a New York Fire Company, Engine and Engine House, taken on the spot by Prof. C. C. Doty.  Small children taken in one second.  Pictures taken in all weather, cloudy or clear.  All pictures made in this room warranted not to fade or blister.  Larkin & Doty, Proprietors.  sep 26.

Advertisement ran on oct 10 & 17, 1857.

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

Dodge & Coombs

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1857                2 Smith’s Block, Bangor, Maine.

1857 February 16.  Bangor Daily Journal.  (Bangor, Maine.)  February 16, 1857, Vol. 3, No. 147, P. 1.

Cheaper Than Ever.  Pictures for 50 Cents! (Including A Case.)  The subscribers will sell either Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, or Glass Pictures for the above price, until further notice.

We have on hand a large stock of Frames, Fancy Cases, Gold Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c., Of all kinds, which we will sell at the same reduction from former prices.  All in want of a nice picture, very cheap, will do well to call at our Rooms.

All pictures taken at the above prices are warranted as good as can be obtained in this city.

Call soon, as delays are dangerous.

Don’t Forget The Place, No. 2 Smith’s Block. J. H. Dodge, A. B. Coombs. jan7.

Advertisement was recorded from February 16 to 23, 1857.

Dewey, Rodney H.

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1851                Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

1854-1855       North Street, Burbank Block, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

1857                Corner North and Fenn Street, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

1859                48 North Street, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.[1]

1860                Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

ca.1860-1870  55 North Street, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

ca.1865-1875 North Street, 55 Francis Block, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

1865-1867       Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

1868-1873       53 North Street, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

1874                Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

1875-1876       53 North Street, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

1877                Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

1851 October 8.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  October 8, 1851, Vol IV, No. 41, P. 2.

Cattle Show & Fair Of The Berkshire Agricultural Society, Held at Pittsfield. Mass., on Wednesday and Thursday, October 1st and 2d, 1851.  Report of Committees, &c….

–and two cases of Daguerreotypes, one by our old friend Buel, taken with all has accustomed clearness, and in a new style, with light background, having a fine effect; and the other by Mr. R. W Dewey, who has but recently arrived among us.—His pictures are very good.

1854 September 19.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  September 19, 1854, Vol VII, No. 37, P. 3.

Special Notice.  Those Pictures and that superior Light, at Dewey’s Burbank Block, North St.

Advertisement was recorded on September 13; October 18; January 3 – December 26, 1855.

1855 October 10.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  October 10, 1855, Vol VIII, No. 41, P. 1 & 2..

45th Anniversary Of The Berkshire County Agricultural Society, Held At Pittsfield, Wednesday , Thursday & Friday, October 3d, 4th and 5th, 1855.  Report of Committees, Premiums, &c…

Second Division.  The Committee on the second division of Household Manufacturers…

To R. H. Dewey of Pittsfield, fine specimens of Ambrotypes  2.00.

1857 May 27.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  May 27, 1857, Vol X, No. 22, P. 3.

R. H. Dewey has fitted up the rooms in the 3d story of Brown’s block, corner North and Fenn st. in a through and most beautiful style, where he will receive his friends and all desiring those unrivaled pictures which he takes, on and after Friday next.

1860 October 11.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  October 11, 1860, Vol. LX, No. 3134, P. 1 & 2.

Berkshire Agricultural Society.  Semi Centennial Anniversary.  Reports of Committees…

Report on the Fine Arts.  Awards.—

To. E. W. Buel of Pittsfield, for a fine display of Photographs, $3…

The Committee notices with pleasure, a very fine display of plain and imperial Photographs, by R. H. Dewey of Pittsfield, and although not entered for premium, think them so well worthy of notice, that they award to R. H. Dewey of Pittsfield,  $3.

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

De Song, William H.

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

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.