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Carpenter, Willard O.

Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, , ,

1858                218 River Street, Troy, New York.

1858 March 13.  The Troy Weekly Times.  (Troy, New York.)  March 15, 1858, Vol. II, No. 35, P. 3.

One Moment!  At Carpenter’s “Irving Ambrotype Gallery,” 218 River st., four doors below the Troy House, can be seen the largest collection of specimens in this city.  Among them are Portraits of Gov. Bouck, Judge Harris, Hon. Erastus Corning, Hon. Jno. L. Schoolcraft, J. H. Ten Eyck, T. W. Olcott, S. P. Townsend, Dr. March, Rev. Dr. Kennedy, Peter Cagger, and two hundred others.  Carpenter’s Mezzotint Ambrotypes, only 50 cents, including case.  Daguerreotypes copied, Lockets filled, and letter-types for mailing.  Remember four doors below Troy House, and next door to young’s Bookstore.     W. O. Carpenter.  fe. 24.

Carpenter, Marion

Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Photographs, , ,

1859                20 West Fifth Street, between Main and Walnut, Cincinnati, Ohio

1859 February 22.  The Daily Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  February 22, 1859, Vol. 1, No. 1, P. 2.

Home Interest…For a nice colored Photograph, at a reduced price, or a fine Melainotype of yourself or friends, go to Carpenter, No. 20 West Fifth street, between Main and Walnut.  Satisfaction always guaranteed.

Advertisement ran from February 22 to March 1, 1859.

1859 May 31.  The Daily Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  May 31, 1859, Vol. 1, No. 85, P. 2.

Home Interest…For One Dollar only, you can get a nice Photograph neatly framed at Carpenter’s No. 20 West Fifth street.

1859 December 7.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 7, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 93, P. 2.

Diaphanotype.—This new style of Picture is destined to supersede all others.  Carpenter’s No. 20 West Fifth-street, is the only establishment in which they can be had.  Drop in and see them, then judge for yourself.

1859 December 9.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 9, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 95, P. 2.

Don’t Delay!—The most artistic, satisfactory and durable Likeness now made, is the Diaphanotype, taken only at Carpenter’s Gallery No. 20 Fifth-street, between Main and Walnut.

1859 December 10.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 10, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 96, P. 3.

Diaphanotypes.—We have seen all styles of pictures in the photographic art, and, we believe, are acquainted with the attractive features of each.  The solograph has its merits, and so, also, the daguerreotype, the melainotype and the ambrotype, but none of them combine so satisfactorily all the requisites of a portrait, with the beauty and finish of a picture, as the diaphanotype, taken only at Carpenter’s gallery, No. 20 West Fifth-street.  They have a number of fine specimens, among them one of Judge Douglas, which should be examined by all lovers of art.

1859 December 12.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 12, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 97, P. 2.

The great defect in Melainotypes, Ambrotypes, &c., is that they too frequently fade.  Carpenter, No. 20 West Fifth-street, has devoted a series of years to remedy this defect, and has at length produced the Diaphanotype, which he warrants to retain its color.

1859 December 14.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 14, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 99, P. 2.

Have You Seen It?—We mean the new style of Picture taken on Glass by Carpenter, at No. 20 West Fifth-street?  The Diaphanotype is very life-like, and must become popular.

1859 December 16.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 16, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 101, P. 2.

Diaphanotypes.—This style of Picture, the most satisfactory yet introduced, is having a big run at Carpenter’s, No. 20 West Fifth-street, between Main and Walnut, north side.

1859 December 21.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 21, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 105, P. 2.

During the holidays, Carpenter, No. 20 West Fifth-street, will be prepared to supply the public with any amount of Diaphanotypes.  These pictures are superior to any other known.  Go and get one.

1859 December 23.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 23, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 107, P. 3.

Diaphanotypes can be had at Carpenter’s Gallery, No. 20 West Fifth-street, at less rates than charged for other pictures.  Those desiring Christmas tokens should by all means go to Carpenters and Procure a Diaphanotype.

1859 December 28.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 28, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 111, P. 3.

Something New.—The new style of Picture just introduced by Carpenter, at No. 20 West Fifth-street, is all the rage.  The Diaphanotype is unequaled for brilliancy and depth of tone.  They make a very suitable holiday present.

1859 December 30.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 30, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 112, P. 2.

No. 20 West Fifth-street.—All husbands who desire to make their wives an acceptable New Years present, should go to Carpenter’s, No. 20 West Fifth-street, and sit for one of his Diaphanotype pictures.  Don’t neglect it.easonable prices.

Carpenter & Swymmer

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , ,

1855                517½ Main Street, between Third and Fourth Streets, Louisville, Kentucky.

1855 May 10.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  May 10, 1855, Vol. XI, No. 229, P. 2.

Something to Think About.  Carpenter, Swymmer & Co. in Louisville again, making No. 1 Daguerreotypes for One Dollar.  They have bought from T. Harris his rooms, 517½ Main street, between Third and Fourth, where they will be ever ready to receive visits from their old customers.  That they can beat all creation in making good pictures is too well known in this city to require further comment.

Their charges in every case will be found moderate, and all work warranted. 

Advertisement ran from May 10 to 27, 1855.

1855 June 9.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  June 9, 1855, Vol. XI, No. 255, P. 2.

Go, with your friends, to Carpenter, Swymmer & Co., when you are in need of Daguerreotypes.  The best place in the city for family groups.

1855 June 18.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  June 18, 1855, Vol. XI, No. 262, P. 2.

Parents, Take Heed.  Twas only yesterday we heard a fond mother express the wish, “If she only had a Daguerreotype of her child,” buried but a few days ago.  Often had she thought of having one made, but neglected it until—too late.  How many more parents are there that think the same, but are putting it off from time to time until they too will find it “too late.”  Carpenter, Swymmer & Co. are noted for taking the best pictures of children in the city.  Room 517½ Main street, between Third and Fourth.                                                                                                

Advertisement ran from June 18 to July 25, 1855.

1855 June 23.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  June 23, 1855, Vol. XI, No. 267, P. 3.

Do you wish to make a good investment?  If so, call on Carpenter, Swymmer & Co., and get one of their superior daguerreotypes.  You will never regret it.  Rooms 517½ Main street, between Third and Fourth.

1855 August 1.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  August 1, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 13, P. 2.

For the People’s Benefit—Daguerreotypes Fifty Cents.  At the Rooms of Carpenter & Swymmer, 517½ Main street, between Third and Fourth, there you can get a true likeness, and the cost is merely nominal.

All sittings are made by the proprietors, and having none but polite and obliging employees, visitors can depend upon being well treated while at their rooms. 

Advertisement ran from August 1 to 27, 1855.

1855 August 28.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  August 28, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 36, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes and Ambrotypes.  Pictures of this description can be had at the rooms of Carpenter & Swymmer, No. 517½  main street, between Third and Fourth.  Their charges are more moderate than at any other like establishment in the city.

All work warranted, and every care taken to give perfect satisfaction.                

Advertisement ran from August 28 to September 7, 1855.

1855 October 23.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  October 23, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 84, P. 2.

What is the Use Of any one paying a high price for an article when the same thing can be had for a less price, and at the same time as good in every respect, ( and better in some), as the high price “article.”  Carpenter & Swymmer make “Ambrotypes” for $2 that will compare with the best in the city.  For brilliance of tone and finish, they are unequalled.  Another great item is, they are put up with only one glass, so that you need not have your pockets double lined to ensure its safety, if you should wish to carry it three squares.  The double glass is of itself nothing; it adds no beauty to the picture—makes it none the less liable to damage, and is only feeble breast work for a week enemy.

Carpenter & Swymmer, Daguerreotypist, 517½ Main street, bet. Third and Fourth.

1855 November 3.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  November 3, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 94, P. 3.

Go to Carpenter & Swymmer for the best Ambrotypes, and Daguerreotypes, Main street, between Third and Fourth.

1855 November 13.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  November 13, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 102, P. 3.

Fine Colored Photographs.  Having secured the services of the most celebrated Photographers in the United States, we are now prepared to furnish these beautiful pictures to all who may furnish us with their orders.  The style of the coloring of our Pictures far surpasses any now made in this city, as there is no one in the city competent to finish Photographs by the same process—it being entirely different from anything heretofore introduced.  All are most cordially invited to call and examine the specimens now on exhibition.

Daguerreotypes Made as usual.  Carpenter & Swymmer, 517½ Main street, bet. Third and Fourth.

1855 November 26.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  November 26, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 113, P. 3.

Our Photographs Defy all Competition.  And, if any one thinks there is humbug in the assertion let them call at our Rooms and examine the specimens on exhibition, and they will be fully satisfied that what we say is correct.  The process by which our Photograph Pictures are made and colored is different from that of other operators, and for this reason we can guarantee finer Portraits than can be had elsewhere.  Carpenter & Swymmer, 517½ Main street, bet. Third and Fourth.

1855 December 1.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  December 1, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 117, P. 4.

The Eighth Wonder of the Age!  Colored Photographic Pictures For Five Dollars!  This day, December 3d, we commence making the finest Colored Photographs for $5.  Having employed two extra painters and Photographers, we are now able to do any amount of work that may be entrusted to our care.  Satisfaction guaranteed in every case,  Instruction in Photographs and Painting.  Daguerreotypes at our usual prices.  Plain Photographs for $3. 

A present of Two Plain Photographs will be made to every person having one colored.  Carpenter & Swymmer, 517½ Main street, bet. Third and Fourth.

1855 December 4.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  December 4, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 119, P. 2.

Every one can now have a fine colored “Photograph” for only five dollars, by calling on Carpenter & Swymmer.  A present of two plain ones is also made to every purchaser.

1855 December 7.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  December 7, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 122, P. 2.

At Carpenter & Swymmer’s, you can get a fine colored Photograph for $5.  Nothing could be ore appropriate for a holiday gift.  A present of two plain ones is also made to each purchaser.

1855 December 29.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  December 29, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 140, P. 2.

Swymmer’s Photograph and Daguerrean Gallery, No. 517½ Main st., between Third and Fourth.  All work at this establishment will be executed with care and at reasonable prices.

Carlton, Samuel L.

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

1846                90 Middle Street, Portland, Maine.

1848                Middle Street, Nearly Opposite the Exchange, Portland, Maine.

1850-1859       80 Middle Street, Portland, Maine.

1846 February 10.  Portland Weekly Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  February 10, 1846, Vol. XLVIII, No. 6, P. 3.

Daguerreotype and Writing Rooms No. 90 Middle St., Portland, (2d door South Canal Bank.)  The Subscriber would inform the Citizens of Portland and vicinity, that he has removed his writing academy from No. 80 to No. 90 Middle street, where he continues to give lessons in Writing both day and evening.  (Rooms formerly occupied by Mr. Brooks, Artist.)  Ladies and Gentlemen wishing to improve in this useful art, are invited to call.  And also those wishing to obtain Daguerreotype Miniatures, of themselves or friends, can obtain them by calling at the Rooms of the Subscriber—put up in neat Morocco Cases, for $2.00.  Lockets of all description furnished to order.

Plain and Ornamental writing executed to order.

Ladies and Gentlemen are respectfully invited to call and examine Specimens of Daguerreotype Art, and also those of Penmanship.  S. L. Carleton.

1848 March 23.  Christian Mirror.  (Portland, Maine.)  March 23, 1848, Vol. XXVI, No. 35, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Likenesses.  Mr. Carlton who advertises to-day, is skillful in his art, and very communicative.  The applicant for likenesses is allowed to examine the process, by which the plate is prepared for the picture, ad may be pretty sure of a fair representation.

1848 March 23.  Christian Mirror.  (Portland, Maine.)  March 23, 1848, Vol. XXVI, No. 35, P. 3

$2,000 Reward.  To any artist in the United States, who will produce a better Daguerreotype Likeness than can be produced at Carleton’s Gallery—nearly opposite the Exchange, Middle Street, Portland—one more natural, bold and possessing a more life-like appearance, and will also give the required information relative to the process.

Remember that the only place in the city where you can get Miniatures executed on the new plan, is at Carleton’s Gallery, nearly opposite the Exchange.

N. B.—With the aid of his newly imported German instrument, combined with his superior chemical preparation, of which he alone is possessor, the subscriber is now prepared to exhibit specimens hereto fore unequalled.

Apparatus and Stock of all kinds, or sale as cheap as can be obtained elsewhere.  All orders from the country promptly attended to.

Instruction given on the new plan, with or without Apparatus.  Carleton.

Advertisement ran from March 23 to May 4, 1848.

1848 April 11.  Portland Weekly Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  April 11, 1848, Vol, L, No. 15, P. 3.

Facts To Be Remembered.  The Subscriber having, for some time past, had almost daily, and sometimes hourly demonstrations of the superiority of his style of Daguerreotype Miniatures over all others taken in this city—both by public sentiment and by those who have had their Miniatures taken by other operators in this city, coming to his Rooms to have them retaken; and being so completely satisfied (without any long argument to convince them,) that they are not only willing to pay for having them retaken, but still continue to manifest their satisfaction by inducing their friends to come, and in many cases coming with them by scores—and the subscriber, believing it far better to let his work speak for him than to extol himself, would say to all who are interested, that he has fitted up a Room with a large number of specimens of Daguerreotype Miniatures of many of the well-known citizens of Portland, and would respectfully invite all, whether they want Pictures taken or not, to call and examine Specimens and judge for themselves.

He still holds himself in readiness to retake Pictures taken by other operators in this city, and in case he fails to give them satisfaction, will not only pay for the Picture, but also for their trouble.

N. B.  All Pictures taken at this Establishment are warranted to give satisfaction, or no charge will be made.

Apparatus and Stock of all kinds for sale of the best kind, and cheap as can be obtained elsewhere, nearly opposite the Exchange, Middle Street, Portland.  Carleton. april 4.

1848 April 13.  Christian Mirror.  (Portland, Maine.)  April 13, 1848, Vol. XXVI, No. 38, Whole No. 1338, P. 3.

Facts Are Stubborn Things.  The Subscriber having, for some time past, had almost daily, and sometimes hourly demonstrations of the superiority of his style of Daguerreotype Miniatures over all other taken in this city—both by public sentiment and by those who have had their Miniatures taken by other operators in this city, coming to his rooms to have them retaken; and being so completely satisfied (without any long argument to convince them,) that they are not only willing to pay for having them retaken, but still continue to manifest their satisfaction by inducing their friends to come, and in many cases coming with them by scores—and the subscriber, believing it far better to let his work speak for him than to extol himself, would say to all who are interested, that he has fitted up a room with a large number of specimens of Daguerreotype Miniatures of many of the well known citizens of Portland, and would respectfully invite all, whether they want pictures taken or not, to call and examine specimens and judge for themselves.

He still holds himself in readiness to retake Pictures taken by other operators in this city, and in case he fails to give them satisfaction, will not only pay for the picture, but also for their trouble.

N.B. All Pictures taken at this Establishment are warranted to give satisfaction or no charge will be made.

Apparatus and stock of all kinds for sale of the best kind, and cheap as can be obtained elsewhere, nearly opposite the Exchange, Middle Street, Portland.  Carleton.

Advertisement ran from April 13 to  November 23, 1858.

1849 October 13.  Portland Daily Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  October 13 & 15, 1849, Vol. XIX, No. 237 & 238, P. 2.

The Cattle Show.  The Fair and Cattle Show of the Cumberland County Agricultural and Horticultural Society, held in this city on Wednesday and Thursday of last week, proved to be the most extensive and finest exhibition  the Institution has ever held.

Specimens of Daguerreotypes, by Ormsbee and Silsbee, were considered as demonstrating an arrival at the highest stages of the art.  Your committee do not hesitate to express their opinion that these cannot be surpassed by any Daguerreotypist in the country—Awarded a diploma.

Some Daguerreotype specimens, by S. L. Carlton, were  likewise thought excellent; but for want of sufficient variety a full comparison cou’d not be instituted between them and those above spoken of.

1849 October 16.  Portland Weekly Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  October 16, 1849, Vol. LI, No. 42, P. 3.

The Cattle Show.  The Fair and Cattle Show of the Cumberland County Agricultural and Horticultural Society held in this city on Wednesday and Thursday of last week, proved to be the most extensive and finest exhibition the Institution has ever held….

Specimens of Daguerreotypes, by Ormsbee and Silsbee, were considered as demonstrating an arrival at the highest stages of the art.  Your committee do not hesitate to express their opinion that these cannot be surpassed by any Daguerreotypist in the country.

Some Daguerreotype specimens, by S. L. Carlton, were likewise thought excllent; but for want of sufficient variety a full comparison could not be instated between them and those above spoken of.

1850 January 21.  Portland Daily Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  January 21, 1850, Vol. XX, No. 18, P. 3.

The Best Place In Portland to get a good Daguerreotype likeness is at Carleton’s, opposite the Custom House, No. 80 Middle St.  Give him a call if you wish to get your money’s worth.

Advertisement ran from January 21 to February 8, 1850.

1850 May 8.  Portland Daily Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  May 8, 1850, Vol. XX, No. 109, P. 3.

A Card.  S. L. Carleton, takes this opportunity of  returning his most sincere thanks to his friends and patrons, for the most liberal patronage; and wishing a continuance of past favors, would inform them he has made an entire change in his establishment.  His rooms are now fitted up in the best possible style, with a Sky Light constructed on the most improved scientific principles.  The dark heavy, perpendicular shade in other sky lights is entirely avoided, and light and shade graduated to any degree.  He has also engaged an artist of acknowledged merit to design furniture, &c. &c., sp as to give his pictures all the richness and romance of the Italian school.

S. L. Carleton will strictly adhere to his former rules of “Perfect Satisfaction Warranted, Or No Charge.”

Instructions given in the art on reasonable terms.

All kinds of Daguerreotype apparatus and stock furnished at short notice at the lowest possible price.

Advertisement ran from May 8 to August 5, 1850.

1850 August 8.  Christian Mirror.  (Portland, Maine.)  August 8, 1850, Vol. XXIX, No. 3, Whole No. 1459, P. 3.

The Best Place In Portland to get a good Daguerreotype likeness is at Carleton’s, opposite the Custom House, No. 80 Middle St.  Give him a call if you wish to get your money’s worth.

Advertisement ran from August 8, 1850 to  June 15, 1852.

1850 September 27.  Portland Daily Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  September 27, 1850, Vol. XX, No. 230, P. 3.

Something New!  Patent Right Secured!  The subscriber at his Rooms, No. 80 Middle Street, Portland, a new style of Daguerreotype Case, containing a convex lens, ground glass, &c., through which the Daguerreotype looks the size of life; and indeed so close is the resemblance, that it is often hard to convince the beholder that he is not actually looking at the substance instead of the shadow.

Please call and examine specimens. 

Pictures put in the above or common styles unsurpassed, at No. 80 Middle street, Portland, opposite the new Custom House.  S. L. Carleton.

Advertisement ran from September 27, 1850 to January 11, 1851.

1850 October 29.  Portland Weekly Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  October 29, 1850, Vol. LII, No. 43, P. 1 & 2.

(Official.)  Cumberland County Agricultural And Horticultural Society.  Agreeable to appointment the Fair and Cattle Show commenced on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 1850, in Portland.

The Cattle Show was held in the pasture, corner of Green and Portland Streets; the exhibition of Produce, Manufactured Articles, &c., at the City Hall…

Daguerreotypes—It may be proper too, to consider under this head the Daguerreotype pictures which are at the Fair, and are equal in beauty, accuracy, and perfection to those produced in any part of the world.  Though they are paintings by the sun and not by hand of man, which is only mechanically employed to a certain extent in their formation, yet as objects of ornament and not strictly of utility, and indebted for their beauty to the cunning of human skill, their station may be within the province of the Fine Arts.  Of the three different artists who have furnished these, Silsbee and Ormsbee produced their pictures by one method of operation, and Carleton by another; and as to their merit, [that] excellent judge, public opinion, has so decidedly established their equality, that any further distinction by this Society than a diploma to each, would seem invidious and improper.

1851 March 18.  Portland Daily Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  March 18, 1851, Vol. XXI, No. 64, P. 3.

“Never give up the Ship.”  A. Card.  S. L. Carleton respectfully informs his friends and the public, that it is not his intention to leave Portland, (as his former competitors, Ormsbee & Silsbee has done) whilst he is favored with the patronage of the citizens.  He would further state, that he will as usual, personally attend his customers, and not leave them to the mercy of green hands.

Also, that He is now “The Oldest Operator In The City,” and has one of the best Top Lights and other “fixings,” so as to enable him to furnish his customers with the richest and best Daguerreotypes that can be obtained in “these United States.[”]  He will guarantee to give the most perfect satisfaction Or No Charge.

He would further say, that his specimen pictures are all his own work.  The public may depend he will not deceive them by exhibiting the work of others as his own.  Pictures taken at his establishment , 80 Middle street, are warranted not to fade, being finished by a process only known to himself.

He would inform operators that he compounds all chemicals used in the art, which he keeps constantly on hand, wholesale and retail.  He has also for sale Galvanic Batteries with instructions how to use them, which no operator should be without, as plates when galvanized are more sensitive and therefore produce a more bold and life-like-picture. 

He would further add that he keeps for sale all manner of Daguerreotype Stock and Apparatus as cheap as it can be obtained in Boston or New York.

Instructions given in the art on reasonable terms.

All persons wanting to get their likenesses taken will do well to call in the forenoon, as his rooms are usually crowded in the afternoon.

Advertisement ran from March 18 to 28, 1851.

1851 June 24.  Portland Weekly Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  June 24, 1851, Vol. LII, No. 25, P. 2.

District Court.—The grand Jury came in yesterday noon. Having found eighteen bills of indictment…

Charles I Williams.  for breaking into and robbing the Daguerreotype rooms of S. L. Carleton, was arraigned and plead guilty, and was sentenced to three years’ hard labor in the State’s prison.

1851 June 30.  Portland Daily Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  June 30 1851, Vol. XXI, No. 151, P. 3.

Carleton’s Daguerreotype Rooms, No. 80 Middle Street, Portland. Me.  Having the largest sky-light and the best arranged Daguerreotype Rooms in the State, he guarantees to all his customers Perfect satisfaction, or no charge will be made.

Groups from two to fifty on the same plate, taken in a manner not surpassed in the world.

Likenesses taken of the sick or deceased, at their residences.

N. B. Dark Drapery Decidedly Preferable.  Please call and examine Specimens.  Pictures taken equally well in cloudy weather.

Mr. C. has constantly on hand a large assortment of German and American Cameras, of the very best quality.

French and American Plates; Gold and Pater Lockets, Pins, Rings and Bracelets, for Daguerreotypes.

Cases, Frames, Chemicals, (of his own compounding) Polishing Materials, and every thing used in the business, for sale wholesale and retail, at the lowest cash prices.

Instruction given on reasonable terms.

Advertisement ran from June 30 to August 5, 1851.

1851 July 1.  Portland Weekly Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  July 1, 1851, Vol. LIII, No. 27, P. 3.

Carleton’s Daguerreotype Rooms, No. 80 Middle Street, Portland. Me.  Having the largest sky-light and the best arranged Daguerreotype Rooms in the State, he guarantees to all his customers Perfect satisfaction, or no charge will be made.

Groups from two to fifty on the same plate, taken in a manner not surpassed in the world.

Likenesses taken of the sick or deceased, at their residences.

N. B. Dark Drapery Decidedly Preferable.  Please call and examine Specimens.  Pictures taken equally well in cloudy weather.

Mr. C. has constantly on hand a large assortment of German and American Cameras, of the very best quality.

French and American Plates; Gold and Pater Lockets, Pins, Rings and Bracelets, for Daguerreotypes.

Cases, Frames, Chemicals, (of his own compounding) Polishing Materials, and every thing used in the business, for sale wholesale and retail, at the lowest cash prices.

Instruction given on reasonable terms.

Advertisement ran from July 1 to August 12, 1851.

1851 November 4.  Portland Weekly Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  November 4, 1851, Vol. LIII, No. 44, P. 1 & 2.

Cumberland County Agricultural And Horticultural Society.  Agreeably to notice, the Fair and Cattle Show commenced on Wednesday, October 15, 1851 in Portland.

The Cattle Show was held in the pasture, corner of Green and Portland streets, the exhibition of produce, Manufactured articles, &c., at the City Hall…

Daguerreotypes:—There were numerous specimens of Daguerreotypes, from Geo. M. Howe, Messrs. Stevens & Gerrish and Mr. Samuel Carlton.  The committee could see but slight difference between those of Howe, and Stevens & Gerrish, both were believed to be as near perfection, as the daguerreotype process will allow, but on the whole the evidence of artistical skill in those of Messrs. Stevens & Gerrish, inclined the committee to givetheirs the preference, and they awarded them a premium, 2.00.  To those of Mr. Howe they awarded a diploma.

Mr. Carlton has many admirers in his line, and deservedly so.

1851 November 11.  Portland Weekly Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  November 11, 1851, Vol. LIII, No. 45, P. 3.

The Best Place In Portland to get a good Daguerreotype likeness is at Carleton’s, opposite the Custom House, No. 80 Middle St.  Give him a call if you wish to get your money’s worth.

Advertisement ran from November 11, 1851 to June 29, 1852.

1852 March 26.  Zion’s Advocate.  (Portland, Maine.)  March 26, 1852, Vol. XXV, No. 13, P. 4.

The Best Place In Portland to get a good Daguerreotype likeness is at Carleton’s, opposite the Custom House, No. 80 Middle St.  Give him a call if you wish to get your money’s worth.

Advertisement ran nine times between March 26 to July 30, 1852.

1852 August 6.  Zion’s Advocate.  (Portland, Maine.)  August 6, 1852, Vol. XXV, No. 32, P. 4.

The Best Place In Portland to get a good Daguerreotype Likeness is at Carleton’s, opposite the Custom House, No. 80 Middle St.  Give him a call if you wish to get your money’s worth.

Advertisement was recorded 88 times between August 4, 1852 to December 22, 1854.

1852 September 14.  Portland Weekly Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  September 14, 1852, Vol. LIV, No. 37, P. 2.

Pardoned.—Charles I. Williams, who was sentenced in June 1851 to three years in State Prison for taking property from S. L. Carleton’s Daguerreotype Rooms in this city, has through the influence of Mr. Carleton with the Governor and Council, been pardoned on account of ill health.  This will be cheering news to the convict, and also to his parents who were doubly afflicted while they saw their son wasting under disease and had not the opportunity of administering to his wants.

1852 September 17.  Zion’s Advocate.  (Portland, Maine.)  September 17, 1852, Vol. XXV, No. 38, P. 2.

Pardoned.—Charles I. Williams, who was sentenced in June 1851 to three years in State Prison for taking property from S. L. Carleton’s Daguerreotype Rooms in this city, has through the influence of Mr. Carleton with the Governor and Council, been pardoned on account of ill health.  This will be cheering news to the convict, and also to his parents who were doubly afflicted while they saw their son wasting under disease and had not the opportunity of administering to his wants.

1853 October 25.  Portland Weekly Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  October 25, 1853, Vol. 53, No. 43. P. 2.

[Cumberland County Agricultural and Horticultural Society.]  The Cattle Show And Fair—Second Day.  Pictures…In the center of the hall was a case of photographic pictures, or daguerreotypes on paper, of familiar views, by Smith & Morrison & Co…

Of daguerreotypes, Carlton and Howe contributed two cases of very life-like and beautiful specimens.

1853 November 8.  Portland Weekly Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  November 8, 1853, Vol. 53, No. 45. P. 4.

Cumberland County Agricultural and Horticultural Society.  Agreeable to notice , the Fair and Show commenced in Portland on Wednesday, Oct. 19, 1853.  The Cattle Show was held in the pasture, corner of Green and Portland Streets.  The Fair of produce and manufactured articles, at Lancaster Hall…

Premiums on Fine Arts, &c…

In regard to Daguerreotypes and Photographs, which perhaps may not be classed so properly under any other department as this.  Your committee particularly recommend notice to be made by you by a Diploma of the fine Crystalotypes (called Daguerreotypes on paper) exhibited by Smith & Morrison of Portland.  As most creditable beginnings of the introduction into our vicinity, so much to be hoped for, of the beautiful development of Photography.

Of the Daguerreotypes exhibited by Geo. W. Howe, as well as those by Mr. S. L. Carlton, they urge honorable mention as sustaining the reputation which the professors of that art have well earned, during many years for those executed here as being among the most beautiful in the world.

1854 October 3.  Portland Weekly Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  October 3, 1854, Vol. 54, No. 40. P. 1.

The Fair…In Lancaster Hall.  Messrs. Smith & Morrison of this city, contribute a great variety of their superior Photographic likenesses and views.  This branch of the art has been pushed to a wonderful degree of perfection and in the above named firm finds exceedingly skilfull followers.

Mr. S. L. Carlton, the well known daguerreotypist, has a fine show of miniatures, &c., among which are likenesses of many of our city worthies—and one of Lady Cusac Rooney.

Mr. Frank Danielson, successor to Stevens, has also a collection of choice specimens in the daguerreotype line, which will not suffer in comparison with any other in the apartment. 

1855 January 19.  Zion’s Advocate.  (Portland, Maine.)  January 19, 1855, Vol. XXVIII, No. 3, P. 4.

The Best Place In Portland to get a good Daguerreotype Likeness is at Carleton’s, opposite the Custom House, No. 80 Middle St.  Give him a call if you wish to get your money’s worth.

Advertisement was recorded 73 times between January 19, 1855 to September 26, 1856.

1856 October 3.  Zion’s Advocate.  (Portland, Maine.)  October 3, 1856, Vol. XXV, No. 32, P. 4.

The Best Place In Portland to get a good Daguerreotype Likeness is at Carleton’s, opposite the Custom House, No. 80 Middle St.  Give him a call if you wish to get your money’s worth.

Advertisement was recorded 75 times between October 3, 1856 to April 16, 1858.

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

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

Carlton & Davis

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

1859                80 Middle Street, Portland, Maine.

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

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

Carbutt, G. John

Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Photographs, Stereoviews, , , , ,

1858-1859       Rooms over Pershing’s Drug Store, Michigan Street, Plymouth, Indiana.

1858 April 29.  Marshall County Democrat.  (Plymouth, Indiana.)  April 29, 1858, Vol. 3, No. 23, Whole No. 127, P. 2.

Carbutt’s New Ambrotype & Photograph Side And Sky-Light Gallery, Over Pershing’s Drug Store, Michigan Street, Plymouth, Ind.

The subscriber would respectfully announce to the citizens of Plymouth, Marshall and adjoining counties, that he has fitted up the above Gallery, with the view of permanently locating here; and he takes this opportunity of making known to them that he is prepared to execute likenesses in all the various styles of the art, and in the highest perfection.  Having had a practical experience in the art since its first introduction west of the Mountains, he flatters himself that the merits of his Pictures, and the unequalled facilities at his command for taking them in the shortest possible time of sitting, will induce the public in general to give him a call.  The public are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens and likewise view the magic powers of the Stereoscope. 

N. B.—The Art taught and apparatus furnished, on reasonable terms.  I also make and keep for sale, a superior article of Collodian, which I warrant to keep good for six months; price, $2 per bottle.  Operators, who desire to make fine work, would do well to give it a trial.  C. J. Carbutt, Artist.                       

Advertisement ran from April 29 to July 22, 1858.

1858 April 29.  Marshall County Republican.  (Plymouth, Indiana.)  April 29, 1858, Vol. 3, No. 23, Whole No. 127, P. 2.

Carbutt’s New Ambrotype & Photograph Side and Sky-Light Gallery, Over Pershing & Co.’s. Drug Store, Michigan St., Plymouth, Ind.

The subscriber would respectfully announce to the citizens of Plymouth, Marshall and adjoining counties, that he has fitted up the above Gallery, with the view of permanently locating here, and he takes this opportunity of making known to them, that he is prepared to execute Likenesses in all the various styles of the art, and in the highest perfection.  Having had a practical experience in the Art since its first introduction west of the mountains, he flatters himself that the merits of his pictures, and the unequalled facilities at his command for taking them in the shortest possible time of sitting, will induce the public in general to give him a call.

All work warranted.  Prices range from 50 cents upwards.  The public are invited to call and examine specimens and likewise view the magic powers of the Stereoscope.  C. J. Carbutt, Artist.

N. B.—The Art taught and apparatus furnished, on reasonable terms.  I also make and keep for sale, a superior article of Collodian, which I warrant to keep good for six months; price, $2 per bottle.  Operators, who desire to make fine work, would do well to give it a trial.  Plymouth, Ind.

Advertisement ran from April 29 to July 15, 1858.

1858 May 13.  Marshall County Democrat.  (Plymouth, Indiana.)  May 13, 1858, Vol. 3, No. 25, Whole No. 129, P. 3.

We took occasion, the other day, to drop into the new Photograph and Ambrotype Gallery of Mr. Carbutt; and, for an hour, was highly entertained, looking through the magic stereoscope.  No one can form an idea of the beauty and perfection of these views, until he has examined them.  “Niagara Falls,”  “The Greek Slave,”  “A Wedding Scene,” “Across the Waters,” and a “Palace by Gas Light,” were favorites with us among the collection.  Looking at the view of Niagara, we could see the very moss-covered rock where we once sat and gazed on that King of Wonders, with thoughts and emotions, for whose utterance there is no language.

Mr. Carbutt seems to possess the true spirit of the Artist.  In love with his beautiful Art, he seems desirous of excelling in every branch, and brining to the highest perfection all the latest discoveries and improvements.

He has permanently located among us, and has every facility for doing an extensive and satisfactory business, and we have no doubt but that his expectations in this respect, will be fully realized.

1858 June 10.  Marshall County Democrat.  (Plymouth, Indiana.)  June 10, 1858, Vol. 2, No. 31, P. 3.

Ambrotype Car For Sale; nearly new,—Price $125,—can be seen in Rochester, Ind.

Address or apply to A. J. Hasler, Warsaw, Ind., or to G. J. Carbutt, Plymouth, Ind. 

Advertisement ran from June 10 to 24, 1858.

1858 July 29.  Marshall County Democrat.  (Plymouth, Indiana.)  July 29, 1858, Vol. 3, No. 36, Whole No. 140, P. 2.

Photographs, Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, and Stereographs Taken daily at the Cosmopolitan Gallery, over Pershing’s Drug Store, equal to any taken in the Union.  Call and examine the sublime view of Niagara Falls, The Greek Slave, a Palace by Gas Light, &c., in that wonderful instrument, the Stereoscope.  Stereoscope views of private or public buildings taken, and the stereoscope furnished to order.  Terms as low as can be afforded, and all pictures warranted.  J. Carbutt, Artist.                  

Advertisement ran from July 29, 1858 to May 19, 1859.

1858 September 9.  Marshall County Republican.  (Plymouth, Indiana.)  September 9, 1858, Vol. 2, No. 44, P. 3.

Photographs, Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, and Stereographs Taken Daily At The Cosmopolitan Gallery, over Pershing’s Drug Store, Michigan Street, equal to any taken in the Union.  Call and examine the sublime view of Niagara Falls, The Greek Slave, a Palace by Gas Light, &c., &c., in that wonderful instrument, the Stereoscope. 

Stereoscope views of private or public buildings taken, and the stereoscope furnished to order. 

Terms as low as can be afforded, and all pictures warranted.  J. Carbutt, Artist.  July 29, 1858.

Advertisement ran from September 9, 1858 to April 14, 1859.

1859 March 3.  Marshall County Democrat.  (Plymouth, Indiana.)  March 3, 1859, Vol. 4, No. 14, Whole No. 170, P. 3.

Last Tuesday we stepped into Carbutt’s Ambrotype Gallery, and were struck with surprise and admiration at the many improvements he is making in the art.  He has a photographic likeness of our paternal relative, which only lacks size to make it as ‘natural as life.’  Mr. Carbutt is a good artist, a perfect gentleman, and intends making this the locality for future operations.  We hop all who have any patronage to bestow on artists will extend it to him, for we can assure them that he is in every way worthy.

1859 May 5.  Marshall County Republican.  (Plymouth, Indiana.)  May 5, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 26, P. 3.

Grecian Painting.  This beautiful but simple style of Painting is now being executed in a superior manner by our enterprising artist Carbutt, at his Photograph Gallery.  Our Citizens no longer have an excuse for not decorating their rooms with Paintings or Engravings, as both can be procured at such a trifling cost as to place them within the reach of all.  A call at Mr. C.’s Rooms will convince every one of this fact.  He has a list of over two hundred Engravings, any of which he will furnish at New York prices.  Gilt Frames of any size made to order.

Advertisement ran from May 5 to 19, 1859.

1859 May 5.  Marshall County Republican.  (Plymouth, Indiana.)  May 5, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 26, P. 3.

Carbutt has a number of new and splendid Engravings, Photographs and Paintings hanging up around his gallery, among the rest a life size likeness of Daniel Webster.  Step in and examine his pictures, and if you conclude to purchase one for the gratification of your wife and children, you will never be sorry for it.

1859 August 11.  Marshall County Republican.  (Plymouth, Indiana.)  August 11, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 40, P. 3.

That Excelsior Photographist—And Ambrotypist, John Carbutt, has recently re-arranged his fine picture gallery and made great additions thereto.

In addition to his legitimate business, sun-painting, Mr. C. does and is prepared to do all sorts of Italian, Grecian and other kinds of oil paintings.—In his rooms are already many specimens of his skill in this line—such as the “Happy Family,” “Niagara Falls,” &c., &c., all beautifully executed.  Besides this he has a fine collection of lithographs. Engravings and portraits, comprising landscapes, splendid views of notable places, likenesses of eminent characters, and such other pictures as are usually found in first class country galleries.

We think Mr. Carbut excels as a photographer, and in all his works displays the skill of a genuine artist.  A visit to his gallery will repay many times its cost.

1859 November 17.  Marshall County Democrat.  (Plymouth, Indiana.)  November 17, 1859, New Series Vol. 1, No. 14, Whole No. 206, P. 3.

Installation of Officers of the Morning Star Lodge No. 6.1.O.G.T. for the present term, took place last Saturday evening…W. S.     J. Carbutt….

UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD
EXCURSION TO THE 100th
MERIDIAN OCT. 1866
Photographed by John Carbutt, Chicago
Under the auspices of the Union Pacific
Railroad Company

198. Landing of the Union Pacific Excursion at Omaha (1)
199. Landing of the Union Pacific Excursion at Omaha (2)
200. Steamer Denver and Colorado UPRR
201. Group of Excursts. at Camp No. 1. Columbus, Neb.
202. Camp of Pawnee Indians on the Platte Valley
203. Group of Mounted Pawnee Warriors
204. Group of Mounted Pawnee Warriors & Palace Car of UPRR
205. The Excursion train going West
206. Excur. Party 275 ms. W. of Omaha, Oct. 24, ’66
207. Excur. party 275 ms. W. of Omaha, Oct. 24, ’66 (2)
208. Westward. the Monarch Capital makes its way
209. Laying the rails of the UPRR ‑two miles a day
210. The Elkhorn Club on the banks of the Platte
211. The Platte River opposite Platte City The Platte River and Kinsley’s Brigade
213. Commissioners and Directors of the UPRR
214. View of Camp #2 from Prospect Hill215. Headquarters Platte City, Oct. 25, 1866
216. Representatives of the Press with the Excursion
217. The Boys that made us Comfortable, all Hail
218. The Train at the 100th Mer. returning from the West
219. The Directors of the UPRR at the 100th Mer.
220. Group of distin. guests of UPRR at 100th Mer. (1)
221. Group of distinguished guests of Up. at 100th Mer. (2)
222. Burnetizing Works of the UPRR at Omaha
223. Burnetizing Works or the UPRR at Omaha (2)
224. T. C. Durant Esq. and Heads of Depts. UPRR
225. Engine House & Workshops of UPRR at Omaha
226. S & E Front U. P. Railroad Works at Omaha
227. N & E front UPRR Works, Omaha
228. UPRR Works and Depot, Omaha
229. N & W front UPRR Works, Omaha
230. View of Omaha N. T. from Capitol Hill (1)
231. View of Omaha, N. T. from Capitol Hill (2)
232. Herndon House, Omaha, N. T.
233. Construction Train of the UPRR

Total of 36 views

Note:

John Carbutt’s “Union Pacific Railroad Excursion to the 100th Meridian” series was published in 1866. The series on yellow mounts includes excellent railroad views plus views of steamboats, Indians, Nebraska territory and famous personalities.  The Union Pacific reached 247 miles west of Omaha by October, 1867.  To promote the progress and assure stockholders of their investment, the U.P.R.R. directors invited leading businessmen and political leaders on an excursion to the wilderness.  John Carbutt, the noted Chicago photographer, was hired to make a visual record of the event.  More than 200 men and their wives made the trip in the luxury Palace cars of the U.P.R.R.

Cannon, Marsena

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

1841                178 Essex Street, over J. S. Perkins & Co, Salem, Massachusetts.

1843-1848       Address Unknown, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]           

1846                Old Court House, Augusta, Maine.   

1848                Two doors South of Cheshire House, Keene, New Hampshire.                    

1849-1850       123 Washington, Boston, Massachusetts.1                                                                       

1859                Rooms over A. Taylor & Sons, Great Salt Lake City, Utah.

1841 July 27.  Salem Gazette.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  July 27, 1841, Vol. LV, No. 60, P. 3.

Miniature Portraits By Daguerreotype, Over J. S. Perkins & Co.’s, entrance 178 Essex Street. Messrs. Keene & Cannon respectfully invite the attention of the citizens of Salem and vicinity, to their new Daguerreotype Establishment.  Having obtained all the improvements in the photographic process, and procured a Camera, manufactured expressly for themselves, directly from the studio of Professor Morse, of New York, they will guarantee Miniature Portraits, unsurpassed incorrectness and beauty by any like establishment in the Union.  And no person will be permitted to take pictures from their room unless perfectly satisfactory.—Their pictures are entirely free from that unnatural and distorted appearance which is so often seen in productions of the kind; nor is the subject detained with long and tedious sittings, but in a few moments after entering the room, he may gaze on a facsimile of himself, of Nature’s own penciling, as perfect as when reflected on a mirror; and far surpassing in precision and minuteness of delineation, the pencil of the most accomplished artist.

In conclusion they would remark, that they esteem the good old proverb, “by their works shall ye know them,” and by it they are willing to be tried.  Call at their room, and at Mr. Whipple’s Bookstore, and examine specimens.

Miniatures set in cases, from $4 to $5.  Groups taken if required.  Instructions $25.  Apparatus and materials furnished to pupils of superior quality

Advertisement ran from July 27 to October 8, 1841.

1841 July 29.  Salem Register.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  July 29, 1841, Vol. XLI, No. 60, P. 3.

Miniature Portraits By Daguerreotype, Over J. S. Perkins & Co.’s, entrance 178 Essex Street. Messrs. Keene & Cannon respectfully invite the attention of the citizens of Salem and vicinity, to their new Daguerreotype Establishment.  Having obtained all the improvements in the photographic process, and procured a Camera, manufactured expressly for themselves, directly from the studio of Professor Morse, of New York, they will guarantee Miniature Portraits, unsurpassed incorrectness and beauty by any like establishment in the Union.  And no person will be permitted to take pictures from their room unless perfectly satisfactory.—Their pictures are entirely free from that unnatural and distorted appearance which is so often seen in productions of the kind; nor is the subject detained with long and tedious sittings, but in a few moments after entering the room, he may gaze on a facsimile of himself, of Nature’s own penciling, as perfect as when reflected on a mirror; and far surpassing in precision and minuteness of delineation, the pencil of the most accomplished artist.

In conclusion they would remark, that they esteem the good old proverb, “by their works shall ye know them,” and by it they are willing to be tried.  Call at their room, and at Mr. Whipple’s Bookstore, and examine specimens.

Miniatures set in cases, from $4 to $5.  Groups taken if required.  Instructions $25.  Apparatus and materials furnished to pupils of superior quality

Advertisement ran from July 29 to October 7, 1841.

1841 July 30.  Salem Gazette.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  July 30, 1841, Vol. LV, No. 61, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Portraits.  We invite the attention of our readers to the advertisement of Messrs. Keene & Cannon.  We have seen several of the portraits taken by this process, and they have been the most spirited and striking likenesses imaginable.

1841 August 9.  Salem Register.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  August 9, 1841, Vol. XLI, No. 63, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  We would call the attention of or readers to the new Daguerreotype Establishment of Messrs. Keene & Cannon, in the chamber over the store of J. S. Perkins & Co., entrance No. 178 Essex street.  Their apparatus, manufactured expressly for themselves, in complete, and embraces all the improvements in the photographic process, recently introduced into this country.—The miniatures executed by them are wonderfully perfect, and surpass in correctness and beauty any that we have ever seen; they as far exceed those that have ever before come under our notice, as an exquisitely finished steel engraving does one coarsely and clumsily executed on wood.  Indeed, we can conceive of nothing which can be added to make these pictures more life-like, unless it be the colors and tints of nature itself.  In this respect only, if at all, can a painted portrait be preferred.  In all others, in accuracy and minuteness of delineation, in the striking correctness of the features, in the delicate alterternations of light and shade, the Daguerreotype Miniature is as much superior to a painting, as the veritable productions of Nature are to the pencilings of the most accomplished artist.—These superiorities, together with the ease with which the likenesses are taken, (requiring a sitting of only a minute or two) and the low price at which they can be obtained, must render them exceedingly popular.  If any one thinks our assertions overwrought, let them call at the studio of Messrs. Keene & Cannon, examine some of their specimens, and satisfy himself of the wonderful results of this process.  A picture comprising more than one individual can be taken, if required, and this fact will afford families a good opportunity to obtain interesting collections.—Several very beautiful representations of children in groups have been executed by the gentlemen of whose artistical efforts we have been speaking.

What new wonders may be in store for us from further improvements, we know not.  Daguerre, the originator of the process, is constantly making important improvements, and the able Paris correspondent of the National Intelligencer writes that he has nearly perfected his invaluable discovery, in obtaining instantaneous impressions by means of electricity.  A slight haze, however, is left on the impression, which he wishes to correct before he exhibits the results of his new process.  Daguerre’s friends boast that he has now rendered it easy to copy the largest assembly of persons, with their momentary countenances and most animated gestures!  

1841 August 24..  Salem Gazette.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  August 24, 1841, Vol. LV, No. 63, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Portraits.  The operations of Messrs. Keene & Cannon, in taking portraits by the Daguerreotype process, are very successful.  Many of the specimens which we have seen have the effect of the most spirited crayon drawings, combined with an accuracy of delineation which the human hand can rarely equal.  The time occupied in taking a portrait, is but a few seconds, so that it can be taken by the busiest person, without inconvenience.

1841 September 20.  Massachusetts Charitable Mechanic Association.

Exhibited daguerreotypes at the third exhibition of the Massachusetts Charitable Mechanic Association Fair.  No award was given.

1841 October 7.  Salem Register.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  October 7, 1841, Vol. XLI, No. 80, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Miniatures, By M. Cannon, Over J. S. Perkins & Co.’s, entrance 178 Essex Street.

Miniatures taken in any weather, fair or foul, from 9 o’clock A. M. till three P. M.  Instruction given on reasonable terms, and Apparatus and Materials of superior quality furnished and warranted good.

Miniatures from three to five dollars, including a good morocco case, or they will be et in Lockets or Breast Pins.

Groups taken if desired.  Those who have been waiting on Keene & Cannon, for Miniatures, will call on the subscriber, who is authorized to settle all the affairs of the firm.  Marsena Cannon

Advertisement ran from October 7 to October 25, 1841.

1841 October 12.  Salem Gazette.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  October 12, 1841, Vol. LV, No. 82, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  We feel justified in commending to the notice of our readers the specimens of Daguerreotype Miniatures upon the table of Mr. Cannon, at his room in Essex Place.  Mr. C. has spared no pains in perfecting his knowledge of the art, and the pictures he produces show how admirably he has succeded.  They are the best we have seen.  A perfect likeness is produced by this process.  Mr. C. will give you a complete fac similie of yourself,—whether you are handsome or otherwise,—and all in the short space of forty-five seconds, at most, and at a trifling cost.  Those who imagine themselves sufficiently comely to make a good picture,—and there are very few who do not,—cannot do better than to give Mr. Cannon a call.  His advertisement will be found in another column.

1841 October 12.  Salem Gazette.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  October 12, 1841, Vol. LV, No. 82, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures, By M. Cannon, Over J. S. Perkins & Co.’s, entrance 178 Essex Street.

Miniatures taken in any weather, fair or foul, from 9 o’clock A. M. till three P. M.  Instruction given on reasonable terms, and Apparatus and Materials of superior quality furnished and warranted good.

Miniatures from three to five dollars, including a good morocco case, or they will be et in Lockets or Breast Pins.

Groups taken if desired.  Those who have been waiting on Keene & Cannon, for Miniatures, will call on the subscriber, who is authorized to settle all the affairs of the firm.  Marsena Cannon.

Advertisement ran from October 12 to October 26, 1841.

1841 October 29.  Salem Gazette.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  October 29, 1841, Vol. LV, No. 87, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures, By M. Cannon, Over J. S. Perkins & Co.’s, entrance 178 Essex Street.

Miniatures taken in any weather, fair or foul, from 9 o’clock A. M. till three P. M.  Instruction given on reasonable terms, and Apparatus and Materials of superior quality furnished and warranted good.

Miniatures from three to five dollars, including a good morocco case, or they will be et in Lockets or Breast Pins.

Groups taken if desired. The above Establishment is offered for sale, with room fitted up, and all the apparatus and chemicals ready for operation, with a good run of [customers].  The establishment will be sold at a bargain, and offers a rare chance for a safe investment of a small capital, upon which a great profit may be derived.  The camera is pronounced first rated by competent judges, and has produced as good miniatures as ever were made.  Letters post paid, directed to M. Cannon, Daguerreotype Studio, 178 Essex street, Salem, will receive prompt attention.

Advertisement ran from October 29 to November 12, 1841.

1846 February 7.  Gospel Banner.  (Augusta, Maine.)  February 7, 1846, Vol. XI, No. 29, P. 3.

Miniatures.  Mr. Cannon who has taken rooms in the old Court House, executes about the best Daguerreotype Miniatures which we have ever seen.  Give him a call.

1848 May 11.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  May 11, 1848, Vol. L, No. 19, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Pictures The subscriber would respectfully inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Keene and the public generally, that he has made arrangements with Mr. Cannon, of Boston, an old and experienced operator, (he having worked at the business from its commencement,) and that they are prepared to execute Miniature Likenesses in the most perfect manner, at the r\Rooms two doors South of the Cheshire House, (up stairs) where all are invited to call and examine Mr. C.’s Pictures and judge for themselves of the execution.  All those patronizing this establishment may be assured of having their work executed in a manner not excelled either in the country or city.  Prices as usual.  V. C. Atwood.

Advertisement ran from May 11 to 25, 1848.

1859 September 3.  The Mountaineer.  (Great Salt Lake City, Utah.)  September 3, 1859, Vol. 1, No. 2, P. 3.

Likenesses As Cheap As The Cheapest, And As Good As The Best, At the old Stand over A. Taylor & Sons, Sign of the Cannon. 

Having purchased a new lot of superior Cases, Lockets, Breastpins, &c., at the now fashionable price of “Cost and Freight.” I can now sell the various Photographic Pictures, such as Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Leather and Paper Types, at much lower prices than I have during the year past.     Call and examine specimens. M. Cannon.

Advertisement ran from September 3 to 17, 1859.

1859 October 8.  The Mountaineer.  (Great Salt Lake City, Utah.)  October 8, 1859, Vol. 1, No. 7, P. 2.

Desert State Fair.  The fourth annual exhibition in connection with the Desert Agricultural and Manufacturing Society was held in the Social Hal, in this city, on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday last…Mr. Cannon, the Daguerrean artist, has at last powerful rivals in Messrs. Sturgess & Taylor.  This last firm took the first prize.  The specimens produced by both houses were excellent, and showed good pictures….

1859 November 26.  The Mountaineer.  (Great Salt Lake City, Utah.)  November 26, 1859, Vol. 1, No. 14, P. 3.

Awarded A First And Second Prize.  Just arrived from California, a large quantity of superior Cases, Chemicals, &c.

I have now Chemicals manufactured by Mr. Shew, justly celebrated for making the Best Ambrotypes in San Francisco; by which I am able to produce Pictures of the best quality, warranted to retain their superior brilliancy without change.

Union Cases, double and single, octagon and quadrangular, Papier Mache, Morocco and Common Cases.  Call and see.  All work warranted.  M. Cannon.  Over Taylor & Sons, Between Perry & Cronyn’s.

Advertisement Ran from November 26 to December3, 1859.

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

Campbell, Benjamin F.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, , ,

1845-1846       34 Tremont Row, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1846-1853       69 Hanover Street, Boston, Massachusetts. 1

1850-1851       63 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1851-1853       61 Hanover Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1853-1855       137 Hanover Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1855-1861       145 Hanover Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1850.  Chelsea City Directory  (Chelsea, Massachusetts.)  P. 105.

Campbell’s New-England Daguerreotype Gallery, No. 69 Hanover Street, Boston.  N. B.—Miniatures taken at this Gallery, finished with all the improvements of the day.

1851 March 1.  The Daguerreian Journal. Vol. I, No. 8.

Daguerreian Artist Register.  B. F. Campbell Corner Hanover & Union St., Boston

Advertisement ran from March 1 to December 15, 1851. 

1856.  History of Boston, From 1630 to 1856.  P. 107. 

Ambrotype Miniatures, The subscriber would respectfully call the attention of the public to his New and Beautiful style of Miniatures at my Gallery.

The superiority of the Ambrotype over the Daguerreotype are as follow:

1st.      The Picture is not reversed

2d.       It can be seen in any angle of light

3d.       It is impervious to water, air, or dust, the two glasses being cemented together with fir balsam.

4th.      The length of setting is so short, that there is no difficulty in getting a good expression.

I will state for the information of those that wish to procure the genuine Ambrotype that there are but two rooms, besides my own in Boston where they are made, all the rest are imitation.  B. F. Campbell, No. 145 Hanover Street, corner of Union.

1856 October 11.  New Hampshire Statesman.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  October 11, 1856, Vol. XXXVI, No. 1845, P. 3.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  B. F. Campbell, No. 145 Hanover Street, Boston.  Is now prepared to take pictures of all varieties, from large Frames to small Lockets and Pins, at moderate prices.

The Ambrotype being hermetically sealed between two plates of fine glass, are proof against the action of water, acids or the variations of climate, and are the only Picture that remain unchanged by time.

They are not reversed: can be seen in any light, are bold and clear  in effect, and beautiful tone.  They can also be taken in a few seconds, rendering them far preferable for children and those who cannot bear strong lights. 

These Pictures seem destined to supersede all others now in use, and none are genuine unless stamped “Cutting’s Patent.”

Advertisement ran five times from October 11 to December 6, 1856.

1856 November 1.  The Portsmouth Journal Of Literature & Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  November 1, 1856, Vol. LXVII, No. 44, P. 3.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  B. F. Campbell, No. 145 Hanover Street, Boston.  Is now prepared to take pictures of all varieties, from large frames to small lockets and pins, at moderate prices.

The Ambrotype being hermetically sealed between two plates of fine glass, are proof against the action of water, acids or the variations of climate, and are the only Picture that remain unchanged by time.

They are not reversed: can be seen in any light, are bold and clear  in effect, and beautiful tone.  They can also be taken in a few seconds, rendering them far preferable for children and those who cannot bear strong lights. 

These Pictures seem destined to supersede all others now in use, and none are genuine unless stamped “Cutting’s Patent.”

Advertisement ran five times from November 1 to 29, 1856.

1856 November 14.  Republican Journal.  (Belfast, Maine.)  Vol. 28, No. 44, Whole No. 1448, P. 4.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes  B. F. Campbell No. 145 Hanover Street,—Boston, is now prepared to take pictures of all varieties, from large frames to small Lockets and Pins, at moderate prices.

The Ambrotype being hermetically sealed between two plates of fine Glass, are proof against the action of water, acids or the variations of climate, and are the only Picture that remain unchanged by time.

They are not reversed: can be seen in any light, are bold and clear in effect, and beautiful tone.  They can also be taken in a few seconds, rendering them far preferable for children and those who cannot bear strong lights.  These Pictures seem destined to supersede all others now in use, and none are genuine unless stamped “Cutting’s Patent.”

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

 

Cahill, Miles Standish

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

1848                364½ Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.

1851-1864       293 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1854                75 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[2]

1865                75 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1865                375 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[3]

1848 June 22.  Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  June 22, 1848, Vol. 4, No. 256, P. 4.

M. S. Cahill, Daguerreotype Rooms, No. 364½ Washington Street, corner of Newbury Place, Boston, Miniatures taken, including a good morocco case, from 62½ cents to $5.00  Good satisfaction given.  Pictures taken in any weathers.

Advertisement ran from June 22 to August 9, 1848.

1851 August 23.  South Boston Gazette & Dorchester Chronicle.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  August 23, 1851, Vol. V, No. 47, P. 3. 

Cahill’s Daguerreian Gallery, No. 293 Washington Street, (Between West and Winter streets, Boston.)

Pictures taken in the highest perfection of the art, with modern improvements, and unsurpassed for finish and durability.  Those who wish for a good likeness of themselves or friends, will find it to their advantage to give him a call, before sitting elsewhere.  Charges moderate.  Satisfaction warranted.

1851 August 29.  Boston Daily Times.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  August 29, 1851, Vol. XXVIII, No. 4999, P. 3.

Cahill’s Daguerreian Gallery, No. 293 Washington Street, (Between West and Winter streets, Boston.)

Pictures taken in the highest perfection of the art, with modern improvements, and unsurpassed for finish and durability.  Those who wish for a good likeness of themselves or friends, will find it to their advantage to give him a call, before sitting elsewhere.  Charges moderate.  Satisfaction warranted.  M. S. Cahill.  au18.

Advertisement was recorded five times between Aug. 29 to October 27, 1851.

1852.  Boston Directory.  Published by George Adams, P. 35. 

Cahill’s Daguerrean Gallery, No. 293 Washington St., Boston.

Pictures taken in the highest perfection of the Art.  Miniatures taken from Paintings, Statuary, and everything connected with the Art, executed at this establishment, at Low Rates.

1854 March 8.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 8, 1854, No. 9566, P. 4.

Robbery.  Sunday night last, the daguerreotype saloon of Eastman & Cahil, No. 75 Court street, was entered, it is supposed by picking the lock, and a lot of miniature cases stolen.  Last night, officer A. C. Whitcomb and watchman Jellison, arrested two boys in New Prince street, named Patrick Brawley and John Mahan, on suspicion of being the robbers.  In the pockets of the latter was found a lot of cases, and each had a implement known as a “picklock” in his possession.  They are both known to the Police, and Brawley has already been in State Prison.  In the Police Court, this morning, Mahan was held in $500 for trial in the Municipal Court, and Brawley in $800.

1854 September 6.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  September 6, 1854, No. 9721, P. 2.

Cahill’s Daguerrian Rooms, No. 293 Washington street.  Notice.—We don’t gull the public by advertising 25 cent pictures and two pictures at one pop, &c., but give each patron two pops at one price.  M. S. Cahill.

Advertisement ran from September 6 to 8, 1854.

1855.  Lady’s’ Almanac. No. II, P. 121.

Boston Business Directory.  Daguerreotype Miniatures.  M. S. Cahill…..293 Washington street, up one flight of stairs.

1855 May 26.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  May 26, 1855, No. 9943, P. 2.

Cahill’s Photographic Establishment, No. 293 Washington street.  Daguerreotypes, Hyallyotypes and Photographic pictures on paper and glass.

Advertisement ran on May 26 & 28, 1855.

1855 May 26.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  May 26, 1855, No. 9943, P. 2.

The art of taking Hyallyotypes or Daguerreotypes on glass, taught by M. S. Cahill, No. 293 Washington street.

Advertisement ran from May 26 to October 9, 1855.

1855 June 4.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  June 4, 1855, No. 9950, P. 4.

The Photographic Art.  It is astonishing what perfection this truly wonderful art has arrived at.  It must ere long supercede (sic.) the daguerreotype.  We have seen some pictures taken by Mr. Cahill, No. 293 Washington street, which are rare gems.  We would advise the public to call and examine his specimens.

1855 August.  The Photographic And Fine Art Journal.  (New York, New York.)  August 1855, Vol. 8, No. 8, P. 246-247.

A Trip To Boston.—Boston Artists….Mr. Cahill, in Washington street, has taken a position in the front rank of excellence.  His photographs are quite equal to the best I have seen without retouching or coloring, and some are exquisitely beautiful, of both small and life size.  There is a uniformity of excellence in his specimens, not often surpassed by the ablest Boston professors….

1855 August 16.  Daily Evening Traveller.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  August 16, 1855, Vol. XI, No. 142, P. 3.

Marriages.  In this city, Aug. 16, by Rev. Mr. Miner, Mr. Miles S. Cahill to Miss Henrietta G. Perry, both of Boston…

1855 August 25.  The Trumpet and Universalist Magazine.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  August 25, 1855, Vol. XXVIII, No. 12, P. 3.

Marriages.  In this city…Aug. 16, by Rev. Mr. Miner, Mr. Miles S. Cahill to Miss Henrietta G. Perry, both of Boston…

1855 October 24.  Boston Semi-Weekly Advertiser.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 24, 1855, Vol. CIV, No. 7789, P. 1.

New England Industrial Exhibition.  The great exhibition of mechanical and decorative art, under the auspices of the New England Inventors’ and Mechanic’ Mutual Association, was opened in Gore Block, Green street, at two o’clock Monday afternoon…

Crystalotype views from Messrs. Whipple & Black, and daguerreotype likenesses from Cahill & Co…

1855 October 24.  Boston Weekly Messenger.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 24, 1855, Vol. XLV, No. 20, P. 3.

New England Industrial Exhibition.  The great exhibition of mechanical and decorative art, under the auspices of the New England Inventors’ and Mechanic’ Mutual Association, was opened in Gore Block, Green street, at two o’clock Monday afternoon…

Crystalotype views from Messrs. Whipple & Black, and daguerreotype likenesses from Cahill & Co…

1855 October 25.  American Traveller.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 25, 1855, Vol. XVII, No. 42, P. 3.

New England Industrial Exhibition.  Gore Block, Green Street.  The grand exhibition of mechanical and decorative art, under the auspices of the New England Inventors’ and Mechanic’ Mutual Association, was thrown open to the public on Tuesday…

The paintings and engravings which adorn the walls invite attention but do not call for criticism.  There are some very fine daguerreotypes by Whipple & Black, Masury & Silsbee, and some very beautiful specimens on glass by Cahill, with photographs, plain and colored, from miniatures to life size.

1855 October 29.  Daily Atlas.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 29, 1855, Vol. XXIV, No. 102, P. 1.

New England Industrial Exhibition.  This exhibition has taken the public by surprise.  When all eyes were turned towards the great Agricultural Fair, it was announced a few weeks ago that there would be an Industrial Exhibition, or a show of those organized inanimate productions which now seem to be more natural to New England than corn or cattle…

There are good displays of daguerreotypes and colored photographs, from Cahil & Co., Masury & Silsbee, and Whipple & Black…

1855 October 31.  Boston Weekly Messenger.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 31, 1855, Vol. XLV, No. 21, P. 4.

New England Industrial Exhibition.  The Industrial Exhibition in Green street, appears to be increasing in popularity…

A varied and most beautiful display of colored and plain photographic portraits, views, &c., from the establishment of Messrs. Whipple & Black, of this city, attracts a large share of attention.  Several of the portraits are life size, and painted in oils by artists connected with their establishment.  The high degree of excellence which this branch of art has attained is indeed wonderful.

Masury and Silsbee exhibited a large collection of photographs, both plain and colored, executed in the highest style of the art.  Their collection contains a large number of photographic pictures executed in Paris, embracing views of many of the most celebrated public buildings of the French capital.  These pictures are very attractive.

Some photographs from the establishment of Mr. Cahill, of this city are also worthy of attention.

1855 November 1. The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  November 1, 1855, No. 10,078, P. 4.

New England Industrial Exhibition in Gore Block was crowded yesterday…

The most interesting specime3ns of pictorial art on exhibition are those produced by the Daguerrean and photographic art, from the establishments of Whipple & Black, Masury & Silsbee, and Cahill.  They are absolutely life-like.  Those of Whipple & Black are perfect.  The taste of Masury & Silsbee in finely illustrated in their contributions.  Cahill has a fine collection, showing that his skill in the production of Daguerreotypes, Hyallotypes, and Crystallotypes is not excelled.  The colored photographs produced by these gentlemen, from their truthfulness to nature, are the most valuable portraits for preservation that can be had.

1855 December 29. The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  December 29, 1855, No. 10,127, P. 4.

A New Year’s Present.  We have seen a beautiful daguerreotype of six young ladies, who compose the Sunday School class of Mrs. A. A. Miner, wife of the pastor of the Universalist Church in School street.  This beautiful and interesting picture, executed by Cahill, is intended as a New Year’s present to Mrs. Miner.

1856 September.  Massachusetts Charitable Mechanic Association. 

Received a diploma for daguerreotypes, photographs, & ambrotypes at the Eighth Exhibition of the 1856 Massachusetts Charitable Mechanic Association Fair.

1856.  Lady’s Almanac.  Vol. 3, p. 121.

Boston Business Directory.  Daguerreotype Miniatures.  M. S. Cahill…..293 Washington street, up one flight of stairs.

1856 February 21. The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  February 21, 1856, No. 10,173, P. 2.

Boston Business Directory…Daguerreotypes, Chrystalotypes, Photographs, etc.

Cahil…………………….293 Washington street.

Whipple & Black…………96 Washington street.

Southworth & Hawes……..5½ Tremont Row.

1856 March 31. The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 31, 1856, No. 10,206, P. 4.

There is now on exhibition at Mr. Barns’ picture-frame store, No. 125 Washington street, a beautiful photographic picture the largest and best we have ever see.  It was executed by Cahill, No. 293 Washington street.  We have noticed, from time to time, some beautiful specimens of photographic art in Mr. Barns’ windows, by the different artists in this city, but the one now on exhibition is decidedly the best we have ever seen, and shows to what a perfection this beautiful art has been brought.

1856 October 24.  Boston Morning Journal.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 24, 1856, Vol. XXIV, No. 7302, P 1.

Boston Business Directory.  Daguerreotypes, Photographs, Chrystalotypes, &c.  Cahill 293 Washington st.

1856 October 25.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  October 25, 1856, Vol. XI, No. 252, P. 3.

Arts & Manufactures.  Ambrotype, Daguer’type & Photograph Rooms, Photographs, life size.  Cahill, Artist 293 Wash’ton st.

1856 October 27. The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 27, 1856, No. 10,385, P. 4.

A Surprise Party.  A very agreeable surprise came off last Thursday night, at the house of Deacon N. O. Hart, in Arnold street.  The Young Men’s Bible Class of the Baldwin Place Church, thirty-three in number, unexpectedly called on their late teacher, Deacon Hart, at his residence, and presented him with their Daguerreotypes, enclosed in a rich gilt frame, executed by Cahill, 293 Washington street…

1856 November 27.  National Eagle. (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  November 27, 1856, Vol. XXIII, No. 7, P. 3.

Cahill’s Daguerrean And Photographic Establishment.  No. 298 Washington Street, Boston.  Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, or Daguerreotypes on Glass, Photographs, plain and colored, from Miniatures to life size.

Everything connected with the Picture business done at this establishment.

Daguerreotypes and other Pictures copied.

Advertisement ran from November 27 to December 25, 1856.

1857 June 27.  Ballou’s Pictorial Drawing Room Companion.  (Boston, Massachusetts.) June 27, 1857, P. 412.

Illustration of Charles T. Jackson, M. D. from a photograph by M. S. Cahill

1857 October.  The Photographic And Fine Art Journal.  October 1857, P. 319.

…Mr. Cahill, showed us some excellent photographs, but we must give the preference to the ammonio-nitrate prints.  Those taken by his new developing process, have too much the characteristics of the amphitype pictures described above…

1857 November.  The Photographic And Fine Art Journal.  November 1857, P. 352.

Printing Without Silver.—In our last, we exposed the last pretended “New American Discovery,” which several photographers, among them Mr. Cahill of Boston, Mr. Tomlinson of New York, and Mr. Rhen of Philadelphia, have been selling or trying to sell, to their brother artists.  The folly of buying processes cannot be better shown than in this case—as we give, in the present number, the best formula of the kind ever discovered.  (See page 339)

No Date.  Unknown publication, P. 197. 

Cahill’s daguerreian Gallery, 293 Washington Street, (Between West and Winter Sts.) Boston.

Persons desirous of obtaining good and satisfactory likenesses of themselves, or their friends, will find it very much to their advantage to call as above, as the proprietor feels assured, from his experience in the Scientific Art of Daguerreotyping, and the superior facilities of “Light” and apparatus which his establishment affords, he can produce pictures which, for superiority of tone and finish, cannot be excelled, if equaled, in this city or country.  Satisfactory pictures given or no charge.  The public are respectfully invited to call and examine his specimens.  M. S. Cahill.           

1857 November 18. The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  November 18, 1857, No. 10,703, P. 2.

Photographs For $1.00.  Cahill & Co., 293 Washington street, is now prepared to take Photographs, large size, such as we have always had $5.00 for, at the astonishing low price of one dollar.  Ambrotypes, such as we have always had $1 for, we are not taking for 25 cents.—Those in want of either ambrotypes, photographs, daguerreotypes, or any of the various kinds of pictures that are now made, will find it very much to their advantage to call at No. 293 Washington street.

1857 November 19. The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  November 19, 1857, No. 10,704, P. 2.

The Fall of Delhi.  The news reached Boston, Nov. 14th; on the same day Cahil & Co., No. 293 Washington street, concluded to reduce their prices of Ambrotypes, Photographs and Daguerreotypes.  Ambrotypes, 25 cents, Photographs, $1.

November 19 & 20, 1857.

1859 July 7. Boston Press and Post Semi-Weekly.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  July 7, 1859, Vol. XXII, No. 97, P. 4.

The Parade of the “Odds and Ends.”  …The Cacaan Brass Band, an organization consisting of forty-five instruments, including a drum corps of thirteen…Arriving at State street, the line was brought to a halt while a large photograph of the company was taken by Cahill, without—we are happy to say—any serious damage to his instruments.

1861 May 6. Boston Traveller.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  May 6, 1861, Vol. XVII, No. 30, P. 2.

“Leave Your Likeness At Home.” –At Mr. Cahill’s rooms, 293 Washington street, are beautiful life-like specimens of Ambrotypes and photographs taken by artificial light in the evening, by Dodge’s patent process, which is very desirable for those whose advocations render it inconvenient to have pictures taken in the day time.  Mr. Cahill is equally successful in his pictures taken by sunlight, and his prices are reasonable.

1861 March 27. The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 27, 1861, P. 2.

Night Pictures!  Ambrotypes And Photographs Every Evening!  The subscriber, having purchased the exclusive right to the city of Boston for taking Photographs and Ambrotypes by “Dodge’s Artificial Light Process,” would respectfully give notice that his rooms, at No. 293 Washington Street, will be open This Evening, Wednesday, March 27th, to all whose occupation renders it inconvenient for them to have Pictures taken in the daytime.  M. S. Cahil.

N. B.  Skeptics invited to examine specimens.

1861 March 30. The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 30, 1861, P. 4.

Night Pictures!  Ambrotypes & Photographs Taken Every Evening, By Cahill, No. 293 Washington Street.

1861 May 9. The Daily Evening Traveler.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  May 9, 1861, Vol. XVII, No. 33, P. 2.

Ambrotypes and Photographs, are taken in superior style and colored by a skillfull artist to give a life-like expression, by sunlight or artificial light, day or evening, at the rooms of Mr. Cahill, 293 Washington street—call and see his specimens, and notice his reasonable prices.

1861 May 9. The Daily Evening Traveler.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  May 9, 1861, Vol. XVII, No. 33, P. 2.

Ambrotypes and Photographs, are taken in superior style and colored by Mr. J. B. Wilkinson, a skillful artist, to give a life-like expression, by sunlight or artificial light, day or evening, at the rooms of Mr. Cahill, 293 Washington street—call and see his specimens, and notice his reasonable prices.

1863 March 7.  Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 7, 1863, Vol. XXXV, No. 10,085, P. 2.

The Fire On Washington Street, at 9½ o’clock last evening, was much more destructive than reported in the morning papers.

It broke out in the chemical department connected with the photographic establishment of Messrs. Case & Getchell, and which was located in the second story of the rear of 293, completely destroying the room and its contents of Chemicals, silver, &c.

The flames also extended into the operating room of the firm, breaking the sky-lights, and burning most of the fixtures and furniture.

The entire stock of negatives in the establishment were preserved fr4om injury, with the exception of those taken yesterday, which were destroyed by the fire breaking the glass, as any amount of saturation by water will not injure them.

Messrs. Case & Getchell’s loss is estimated at from $2000 to $3000, but they are fully insured.  Their fine reception room at No. 299½ in no wise suffered from the effects of the fire, nor will their business be interrupted more than a day or two.

The flames penetrated the photograph room of M. S, Cahill, in the second story of 293, destroying valuable pictures and furniture—the new skylights above were also badely broken.  Damage about $1000, and insured.

The photograph rooms of L. H. Hale, on the lower floor of No. 293, were damaged about $250 by water.  Insured at the Suffolk office.

1865 September 14.  Boston Daily Advertiser.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  September 14, 1865, Vol. 106, No. 64, Whole No. 15,929, P. 4.

Business Changes. 

Boston, Mass.:—Brownell & Cahill, Photographers, dissolved.  A. C. Brownell, Artist.

Getchell & Brownell, Photographers.  New firm—W. B. Getchell and A. C. Brownell.

1865 September 16.   Commercial Bulletin,  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  September 16 , 1865, Vol. VII, No. 349, P. 2.

Changes in Business in Boston.

Getchell & Brownell, Photographers; new firm—W. B. Getchell & A. C. Brownell.

Brownell & Cahill, Photographers; dissolved.

1896 March 28.  Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 28, 1896, P. 11.

Mr. Miles Standish Cahill, who died at Dorchester Friday, had been a successful business man in this city for nearly half a century.  He was born in Chatham, Mass., Oct. 15, 1823.  When nineteen years of age he came to this city and for some years was in the daguerreotype and photograph business on Washington street.  For the last twenty-five years he carried on a large business in shoe findings, slippers, etc. he was a member of the Universaltist Club, a Mason, an Odd Fellow. A Knight of Honor and a member of other fraternal societies.

[1] A Directory Of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900

[2] Eastman & Cahill.

[3] Brownell & Cahill.

Byerly, Jacob

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

1842-1865       Address not recorded, Frederick, Maryland.[1]

1855-1856       Corner of Market and Patrick Streets, Frederick, Maryland.

1857                Patrick Street, Centre Square, Frederick, Maryland.

1855 December 27.  Maryland Union.  (Frederick, Maryland.)  December 27, 1855, Vol. 1, No. 20, P. 3.

Christmas.  A Beautiful Variety of Gilt Frames, Gold Lockets, Picture Cases, Fancy and Plain of all kinds, appropriate for the Holidays, At Byerly’s Greatly Improved Sky-Light Gallery Of Superior Daguerreotypes And Paintings!

It is proposed at this Gallery, (and without fear of competition.) to make the finest picture, with the most natural complexion, the clearest eye, and the most faithful, calm, and life-like representation of the human face, for less money, than has ever been produced in this city.  To test this truth, Ladies and Gentlemen are most cordially invited to call at Byerly’s Gallery, on the corner of Market and Patrick streets, where they can be accommodated in a large and splendid assortment of Gilt Frames, Gold Lockets, and Cases of every description and size, from the smallest and largest.  Make his words good, or don’t take the picture.  de 6.

1856 August 21.  Maryland Union.  (Frederick, Maryland.)  August 21, 1856, New Series Vol. II, No. 54, P. 3.

Byerly’s Gallery And Great Improvements[.]  ML  A-Phototypes And Superior Pictures, in every style and finish, can now be had at his Gallery, at very reduced prices[.]  On hand, a large assortment of Gilt Frames and cases of every description, and a[ ? ] stock of Gold Lockets, of all sizes and latest fashion, which a offered on pleasing terms.

Ladies and Gentlemen are respectfully invited to continue their calls at Byerly’s Gallery, where they can obtain the latest and cheapest pictures.  Students wanted.   my22.

1857 March 19.  Maryland Union.  (Frederick, Maryland.)  March 19, 1857, New Series—Vol. II, No. 84, P. 2.

Removal Byerly’s Gallery, Removed to his stupendous and magnificent Sky-Light , in the newly erected Building adjoining G. F. Webster’s Store, Patrick Street, Centre Square, Frederick, Md.

Advertisement ran from March 19 to April 9, 1857.

1857 April 9.  Maryland Union.  (Frederick, Maryland.)  April 9, 1857, New Series—Vol. II, No. 87, P. 2.

The Fine Arts.  By reference to the advertisement of Mr. J. Byerly it will be seen that, he has removed his Daguerrean Rooms to the new building on Patrick St., nearly opposite the Frederick County Bank.  These, he has fitted up in a style which deserves the highest commendation; for every appliance calculated to perfect the wonderful art of daguerreotyping, has been liberally provided.  Of Mr. Byerly’s professional skill, it is unnecessary to speak,—attested, as it is, by many years of eminent success.  We design more especially by this notice, to call attention to a novelty in Frederick, instituted through his enterprise.  We refer to his “Art Union Hall.”  In a spacious apartment, fifty feet long and twenty wide, he has arranged throughout its entire capacity, a collection of rich and elegant paintings and drawings, illustrative of the beautiful in fancy, and of the interesting in reality.  Many of the latter being valuable memorials, of distinguished characters and ever=nts of sacred and profane history.

We congratulate Mr. Byerly upon the taste he has displayed in this collection; and take pleasure in commending his enterprise to the patronizing approval of the public.

1857 April 9.  Maryland Union.  (Frederick, Maryland.)  April 9, 1857, New Series—Vol. II, No. 87, P. 2.

Removal!  Byerly’s Gallery Has Been Removed To The New Building, Adjoining Mr. Geo. F. Webster’s Store, In Patrick Street, Centre Square, Frederick City, Maryland, where he is prepared to furnish Daguerreotype, Ambrotypes and Melainotypes, in the highest style of the art.  Having a broad and expansive Sky-Light, opening to the North, built expressly for the purpose, and affording facilities and Photographic advantages unequalled in the State, together with Ladies’ Dressing Room, and all other conveniences desirable.

Pictures of every size and in every variety of cases, at the most moderate prices.

Infants & Family Groups, taken in three or four seconds.

N. B.—Parents wanting their Families Ambrotyped, either single or in groups, will be entitled to a reduction in price, when they are six or more in number.

In connection with this Gallery, is Byerly’s Art Union Hall, now decorated with a magnificent collection of American, English, German, French, and Italian Pictures, in colors and pastilles, just received from Goupil & Co., Importers, New York.

Ladies and Gentlemen are invited to call and examine this superb collection, which has never been equalled in extent, variety and beauty by anything of the kind ever exhibited in this city.

Persons desiring fine pictures, can be supplied from this large assortment at New York City prices.

Students are taught here in all the Art and Mysteries of Daguerreotyping and Ambrotyping in the shortest possible time, and the lowest rate.  Jacob Byerly.

1857 July 16.  The Maryland Union.  (Frederick, Maryland.)  July 16, 1857, Vol. II, No. 49, P. 2.

Byerly’s Gallery Of Pictures!  Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Daguerreotypes, and Photographs!  This model Gallery, the wonder and surprise of all, was constructed for the purpose, on the best and most approved Scientific principals and possesses Photographic advantages unsurpassed anywhere.  These facts are acknowledged by many of our own Scientific gentlemen, and especially by the great practical experimenter and discoverer, S. D. Humphrey, of N. York, whose scientific researches and attainments in Photography are perhaps deeper and more extensive than any other American operator.  His high approval of the construction and arrangement of this Gallery places it beyond all competition in this city and has classed it with the best in the large cities,  The light is not thrown full in the sitter’s face to blind the eye, producing that large and unnatural spectrum, which gives the picture a vacant stare, but falls laterally at an angle to produce the best possible tone and effect upon the picture, softening the lights, enriching the shadows, blending the middle tints, and developing the drapery in all the beauty and richness of natural colors, in a style equalled only by Master Artists. The sitter is placed in a subdued background, where the light is neither intense nor oppressive, and where the countenance reposes calmly and serenely, and the eye appears full and natural.  Persons need but to see the beauty and appropriateness of the entire arrangement, to come to the one conclusion, that where there is such harmony and adaptation in all the parts, surely there is a place to get the best pictures.  It needs no argument to sustain these facts.  Ladies and gentlemen are invited to call and prove the truth of them.

Pictures of the above variety, are put up in the highest style of finish and according to the strictest Scientific and natural laws of light and chemistry, applied to the art of Photography in all its branches.

Pictures of every size and style, and in every description of cases, at the most moderate prices.

Infants and Family Groups taken in a very few seconds.  Students taught the art of picture making in the shortest possible time and at the lowest rates.

An extensive assortment of Gold Lockets and Gilt Frames constantly on hand.

In connection with this Gallery, is Byerly’s Art Union Hall, now decorated with a magnificent collection of American, English, German, French and Italian Pictures, in colors and pastilles, just received from Goupil & Co., Importers, New York.all

Ladies and Gentlemen are invited to call and examine this superb collection which has never been equalled in extent, variety, and beauty by any thingof the kind ever exhibited in this city.

Persons, desiring fine pictures, can be supplied from this assortment at New York Prices.  Jacob Byerly.

1857 July 22.  The Examiner.  (Frederick, Maryland.)  July 22, 1857, Vol. 50, No. 27, Whole No. 2526, P. 2.

Byerly’s Gallery Of Pictures!  Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Daguerreotypes, and Photographs!  This model Gallery, the wonder and surprise of all, was constructed for the purpose, on the best and most approved Scientific principals and possesses Photographic advantages unsurpassed anywhere.  These facts are acknowledged by many of our own Scientific gentlemen, and especially by the great practical experimenter and discoverer, S. D. Humphrey, of N. York, whose scientific researches and attainments in Photography are perhaps deeper and more extensive than any other American operator.  His high approval of the construction and arrangement of this Gallery places it beyond all competition in this city and has classed it with the best in the large cities,  The light is not thrown full in the sitter’s face to blind the eye, producing that large and unnatural spectrum, which gives the picture a vacant stare, but falls laterally at an angle to produce the best possible tone and effect upon the picture, softening the lights, enriching the shadows, blending the middle tints, and developing the drapery in all the beauty and richness of natural colors, in a style equalled only by Master Artists. The sitter is placed in a subdued background, where the light is neither intense nor oppressive, and where the countenance reposes calmly and serenely, and the eye appears full and natural.  Persons need but to see the beauty and appropriateness of the entire arrangement, to come to the one conclusion, that where there is such harmony and adaptation in all the parts, surely there is a place to get the best pictures.  It needs no argument to sustain these facts.  Ladies and gentlemen are invited to call and prove the truth of them.

Pictures of the above variety, are put up in the highest style of finish and according to the strictest Scientific and natural laws of light and chemistry, applied to the art of Photography in all its branches.

Pictures of every size and style, and in every description of cases, at the most moderate prices.

Infants and Family Groups taken in a very few seconds.  Students taught the art of picture making in the shortest possible time and at the lowest rates.

An extensive assortment of Gold Lockets and Gilt Frames constantly on hand.

In connection with this Gallery, is Byerly’s Art Union Hall, now decorated with a magnificent collection of American, English, German, French and Italian Pictures, in colors and pastilles, just received from Goupil & Co., Importers, New York.all

Ladies and Gentlemen are invited to call and examine this superb collection which has never been equalled in extent, variety, and beauty by any thing of the kind ever exhibited in this city.

Persons, desiring fine pictures, can be supplied from this assortment at New York Prices. 

1857 September 3.  The Maryland Union.  (Frederick, Maryland.)  September 3, 1857, Vol. III, No. 4, P. 2.

Hollowtyping (sic.).—This is a new discovery in the art of daguerreotyping and is said to surpass all former discoveries in that line.  Mr. Jacob Byerly of this city whose reputation as a Daguerreotypist is so well known , has purchased the patentnRight for Frederick County at a very heavy expense and is now turning out pictures manufactured according to the new discovery.

1857 September 10.  The Maryland Union.  (Frederick, Maryland.)  September 10, 1857, Vol. III, No. 5, P. 2.

Byerly’s Hallotype!  The Hallotype is a thoroughly oil-finished picture, entirely new and distinct in character from all which proceeded it, while it surpasses them in softness and richness of tone and general beauty.  Even the canvas Painting loses by comparison.  Too much cannot be said in commendation of this beautiful painting; it is correct, it is lifelike, it is durable.—it is all and everything that can be desired in a picture, save the speaking voice.

Photographs printed by the dozen or hundred, or to any extent required, to order and on the most reasonable3 terms, at Byerly’s Gallery , Frederick, Md.  Jacob Byerly.

1857 December 31.  The Maryland Union.  (Frederick, Maryland.)  December 31, 1857, Vol. III, No. 21, P. 3.

Byerly’s Art Union.  This Gallery has largely increased by the addition of 28 Oil Paintings, consisting of American and Foreign scenery, and by American and Foreign Artists.  Among them are the following:—Crossing the Ferry on Lake George, an original Painting by Geo, Northcote, and sold by him at $350; View on River Tiber, near Rome, by Geo. Northcote; Washington Irving’s Residence on the Hudson, by Cartwright; View on River Clide, Scotland, by Rogers, and many others too numerous to mention, in oval and ornamented gilt frames, beautiful for parlor ornaments; for sale at exceedingly low rates.  J. Byerly.

[1] Directory Of Maryland Photographers 1839-1900.