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Lawton, Henry

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1859                Over A. G. Lord’s Store, Springfield, Massachusetts

1860                First door north of Tinkham’s Dry Goods Store, Springfield, Massachusetts.

1860-1861       Pynchon Bank Block, Springfield, Massachusetts.[1]

1859 November 10.  Springfield Daily Republican.  (Springfield, Massachusetts.)  November 10, 1859, Vol. 16, No. 266, Whole No. 4779, P. 2.

Henry Lawton, the people’s favorite, has charge of the new 25 cent Ambrotype rooms over A. G. Lord’s Store, up one flight of stairs.  Satisfaction guaranteed.

Advertisement ran from November 10 to December 31, 1859.

1860 February18.  Springfield Daily Republican.  (Springfield, Massachusetts.)  February 18, 1860, Vol. 17, No. 42, Whole No. 4863, P. 4.

Go to the Branch Gallery (first door north of Tinkham’s Dry Goods store), for the cheapest Ambrotype made in the city.  15 cents will buy a good one.  Henry Lawton, Operator.

Advertisement ran from February 18 to March 13, 1860.

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

Larkin, William P.

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

1856-1857       82 Market Street, Over Smyth’s China Store, Wilmington, Delaware.

1859-1865       Corner Eighth & Arch Streets, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1856 November 27.  Delaware Weekly Republican.  (Wilmington, Delaware.)  November 27, 1856, Vol. XIX, No. 19, Whole No. 995, P. 3.

$40 Reward.  Was Stolen from the door of the Daguerreotype Establishment of the subscriber.  No. 82 Market St., on the night of the 25th inst., a quarter plate daguerreotype of two ladies.  It is supposed to have been taken by some young man who allowed his love for the [ ? ] original to overcome his principals of honesty.  Should any lady find a likeness of herself of this size in the hands of any “nice young man,” she may presume that he did not come by it fairly, and therefore treat him with a degree of caution.  A daguerreotype of “Ned Cassidy,” was also stolen a few evenings previous.  A reward of $30 will be paid for the arrest and conviction of the thief in either case.  Wm. P. Larkin.

Advertisement was recorded on November 27 & December 4, 1856. 

1857 August 29.  Delaware Democrat.  (Wilmington, Delaware.)  August 29, 1857, Vol. 1, No. 19, P. 2.

Notice.  The partnership Heretofore Ex sting between Larkin & Johnson in the Daguerreotyping and Ambrotyping business is this day dissolved by mutual consent.  Geo. W. Johnson retiring from the firm.  W. P. Larkin, Geo. W. Johnson, Wilmington, July 21st. 1857.

Advertisement was recorded twice on August 29 & September 5, 1857.

1857 August 29.  Delaware Democrat.  (Wilmington, Delaware.)  August 29, 1857, Vol. 1, No. 19, P. 2.

Geo. W. Johnson Having Sold His Interest to Samuel Rumford, the business will heretofore will

be carried on by Messrs. Arkin & Rumford.

Advertisement was recorded twice on August 29 & September 5, 1857.

1857 October 1.  Delaware Weekly Republican.  (Wilmington, Delaware.)  October 1, 1857, Vol. XXI, No. 3, Whole No. 1039, P. 3.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Advertisement was recorded four times between October 1 to December 31, 1857.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Advertisement ran on oct 10 & 17, 1857.

1857 October 15.  Delaware Weekly Republican.  (Wilmington, Delaware.)  October 15, 1857, Vol. XXI, No. 5, Whole No. 1041, P. 4.

Agricultural Exhibition.—The Exhibition of the New Castle County Agricultural Society on Wednesday and Thursday of the last week…

Omissions.—Owing to the haste of preparing the list of contributions at the exhibition last week, we overlooked several articles which were brought in at a late hour, or not labelled when we were present…

The Talbotypes , melainotypes, &c., from Larkin & Doty, 82 Market street, and J. Jeanes, No. 77 Market street, [ ? ] so attracted attention, and will doubtless bring business to their respective establishments…

1857 November 5.  Delaware Weekly Republican.  (Wilmington, Delaware.)  November 5, 1857, Vol. XXI, No. 8, Whole No. 1044, P. 4.

Messrs Larkin & Doty, No. 82 Market St., over Smith’s China Store, are prepared to take Hillotypes, for a few weeks -at half their usual prices.

1858 December 3.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 3, 1858, Vol. XLVI, No. 61, P. 4.

To Artist—Ambrotype and Photographic Rooms For Sale.  Business over $1,210 per year.  Inquire W. P. Larkin, Salem, N. J., or of M. Shew, 322 Chestnut Street.

Advertisement was recorded five times between December 3 to 22, 1858.

1859 July 30.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  July 30, 1859, Vol. XLVII, No. 108, P. 3.

Ambrotype Room And Fixtures for sale low; also a Photograph Operator wanted, Inquire of Larkin [&] Simpkins, immediately, S. E. corner Eighth & Arch Streets, Philadelphia.

1859 September 20.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  September 20, 1859, Vol. LXI, No. 70, P. 1.

City Improvements—Photography.—The great improvements continually being made in Photographic art are among the wonders of the age.  In Philadelphia we have many first class artists, among whom those mentioned in the following list are prominent:—The Mount Vernon Gallery; Jones & Brother, No. 604 Arch Street.  This is a first class gallery, with all the modern improvements in every department of picture taking.  R. Newell’s Gallery of Art, No. 724 Arch street, is thronged daily by visitors, among whom are many artists, to witness the beautiful Newall [sic.] Portraits which are a triumph of artistic improvement.  The proprietor is the original inventor, and the only one who has the right to use this improvement.  The Rehn Gallery, No. 920 Chesnut [sic.] street.  All kinds of Photographic Pictures taken in the best styles, and at the cheapest rates.  Fine works are produced here.  Charles G. Crane’s Daguerreotype, Ambrotype, and Photographic Rooms, 532 Arch street.  Excellent specimens.  William F. Spicler’s Photographic Rooms, No. 720 Chesnut. [sic.] Admirable and artistic likenesses.  Larkin & Simpkins, Artiste, S. E. corner of Eighth and Arch streets.  These artists have an admirable collection of specimens, and are deservedly popular.

1859 December 3.  Delaware Inquirer.  (Wilmington, Delaware.)  December 3, 1859, Vol. 1, No. 31, P. 3.

Married.  On the 17th ult., at the residence of the bride’s father, by Rev. W. Kenney, Wm. P. Larkin, of Philadelphia and Margaret E. M. daughter of Dr. J. Simms, of Wilmington, Del.

1859 December 7.  The Dollar Newspaper.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 7, 1859, Vol. XVII, No. 49, P. 3.

Nov 17th. at the residence of the bride’s father, by Rev. W. Kenney, Wm. P. Larkin, of Philad. and Maggie E. M. daughter of Dr. J. Simms, of Wilmington, Del.  [Delaware county Republican please copy.]

1860 June 16.  Philadelphia Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  June 16, 1860, Vol. XLIX, No. 72, P. 2.

The Japanese have taken quite a favor to W. P. Larkin’s superior style of Photographs.  The last two days they have been frequent visitors to his establishment, and have tendered him several of their coins and trinkets in return for some [the] Photographs and Frames, &c.

The public can be accommodated with Photographs of several of the Ambassadors, Little Tommy among the rest.  W. P. Larkin, Southeast corner Eighth & Arch sts.

1861 February 8.  Philadelphia Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  February 8, 1861, Vol. L, No. 117, P. 4.

The Most convenient Photograph Rooms in Philadelphia are on the S. E. corner Eighth and Arch, entrance on Eighth st.  $1 size for 75c. Photograph frame $1.50.  A large assortment of Gilt Frames for sale.  Photographs in oil, from [ ? ] all Daguerreotypes or from life, $15 and upwards.  The public are respectfully invited to examine specimens.  Larkin & Swartz, Proprietors.

1861 February 22.  Philadelphia Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  February 22, 1861, Vol. L, No. 129, P. 4.

$1 Photographs 75 Cents.  Larkin & Swartz, Eighth and Arch.

1861 February 22.  Philadelphia Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  February 22, 1861, Vol. L, No. 129, P. 4.

The Best Photographs in the city, S. E. corner Eighth and Arch.

1861 February 22.  Philadelphia Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  February 22, 1861, Vol. L, No. 129, P. 4.

Those that are good judges get their Pictures at Larkins & Swartz’s, Eighth and Arch.

1861 November 12.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 12, 1861, P. 5.

The Photographs of Larkin, Eighth and Arch streets, are among the best taqken in the city.  For tone, truthfulness and finish, they stand unexcelled, and the prices at which they are taken are extremely moderate.

1861 November 12.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 12, 1861, P. 5.

Volunteers Still Look To their advantage, and ger Photographs at Eighth and Arch street.

1861 November 12.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 12, 1861, P. 5.

The Cry Is Still They Come, But they are sure to Laugh when they see their beauty in their Photograph, by Larkin.

1861 November 12.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 12, 1861, P. 5.

Father, Mother, Son, Daughter, 75 cents, gets colored Photographs, Eighth and Arch street.

1861 November 12.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 12, 1861, P. 5.

Old Daguerreotypes Handsomely copied for $1.  Larkin’s, Eighth and Arch.

1861 November 12.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 12, 1861, P. 5.

The Best Copies Are Made with the Patent Copying Instrument, Eighth and Arch streets.

1861 November 12.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 12, 1861, P. 5.

Photographs Of Children, eighteen months old, taken standing up.  Larkin’s, Righth and Arch streets.

1861 November 12.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 12, 1861, P. 5.

Photographs Showing All The natural colors.  Larkin’s, Eighth and Arch.

1861 December 14.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 14, 1861, P. 4.

The Ivorytypes of Larkin, corner of Eighth and Arch streets, are splendid specimens of the photographic art, rivalling the finest miniatures on ivory ever produced by the [slow] hand process of other days.  For intrinsic merit and lowness in price they are unrivalled.  Call and see them.

1862 January 15.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  January 15, 1862, P. 5.

Those Wishing Photographs, Go where Photographs are made, Eighth and Arch.

1862 January 15.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  January 15, 1862, P. 5.

$1.50 Gets Photographs And Frame at Larkin’s, Eighth and Arch.

1862 January 15.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  January 15, 1862, P. 5.

The Camp Scene Background [suits] the soldiers.  Eighth and Arch streets.

1862 January 15.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  January 15, 1862, P. 5.

Larkin Takes Card Photographs very fine.  Eighth and Arch.

1862 January 25.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  January 25, 1862, P. 5.

By The Bard Of Larkin’s Photograph Gallery.

“I do not like this Photograph,”

Amanda poutingly did say,

“It does not like at all like me,”

And then I had so much to pay.

“There is no lustre in the eyes,

No Bloom upon the dimpled cheek;

I’m sure I’ll not go there again,

But will some better artist seek.”

When thus spoke Kate: “Amanda, dear,

If you desire a perfect picture,

That all your friends would know at once,

And recognize each charming feature,

“Just go to Larkin’s, Eighth and Arch,

And have a handsome picture taken,

And then if you are not well pleased

I’ll own that I am much mistaken.”

N. B.—It is needless to add that Amanda took Kate’s advice, and went at once to the Larkin Gallery, Southeast corner of Eighth and Arch, where she procured an exact counterpart of her own beautiful self.  Go thou and do likewise.  W. P. Larkin, Photograph Gallery, S. E. corner of Eighth and Arch.

1862 March 1.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  March 1, 1862, P. 5.

From The Bard Of Larkin & Co’s. Photograph Gallery, S. E. corner of Eighth and Arch streets, Philadelphia.

Pure, rayless stars, from their spheres afar,

Come silently down the air,

And sink to rest on the green earth’s breast,

And leave no traces there.

But thousand more from the heavenly store,

Obscure the eve’s grey light,

With cadence slow, the beautiful snow

Enshrouds the valley in white.

Thus the passing years like the winter’s tears,

At first may highly fall;

Our heart-hopes warm may defy the storm

That their beauty would enthral.

But in a little while a silver smile

Over raven ringlets steals,

And gathering gloom as we near the tomb

The splendor of lite conceals.

When youth goes before to the angel shore,

Hope cheers the withering heart,

We yet can greet its shadow sweet

Encharmed in the bonds of Art.

N. B.—A first class operator wanted on the Album process.

1862 March 8.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  March 8, 1862, P. 4.

A Splendid Show Room—Mr. Larkin, the celebrated Photographer, corner of Eighth and Arch streets, has removed his operating rooms from the second to the third floor, thereby giving him the entire second floor for the display of his superb specimens of Photographic art.  Mr. Larkin, we are glad to observe, is reaping the reward that always follows merit in every calling in life, and he and his dozen capable assistants are kept busy furnishing pictures to the crowds of visitors that throng his rooms daily.

1862 March 15.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  March 15, 1862, P. 4.

We Invite the attention of our readers to the long and favorably known Larkin Gallery of Photographs, etc., on the S. E. corner of Eighth and Arch.  This extensive establishment has just been enlarged and refurnished, making it one of the largest and most convenient in the country.  Those wishing the best and cheapest pictures can be accommodated with dispatch.

1862 March 22.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  March 22, 1862, P. 4.

Larkin & Co., Photographers, Ambrotypers, Ivorytypists, &c., &c., S. E. corner of Eighth and Arch streets, employ the best artists and painters, and they are determined that their pictures shall not be surpassed, either in finish or cheapness, by any other.

1862 March 29.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  March 29, 1862, P. 4.

The Union Of Lakes, The Union of Lands—The union of States none can sever—The union of hearts—the union of hands—And the Flag of the Union forever.

This is the sentiment at the Larkin Photograph Rooms, Eighth and Arch streets.

Color Photographs, 75 cents.

At this well known establishment there has just been employed one of the best Photographers in this country, expressly to make Album and Card Photographs.

1862 April 5.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  April 5, 1862, P. 4.

Get An Ivorytype, they are the gems of art.

Get an Ivorytype, for the feeling they impart.

Get an Ivorytype, to cheer the head and heart.

Get an Ivorytype, before the life depart.

It is now generally acknowledged that [few] can equal, and none can excel, those produced by Larkin & Co., S. E. corner Eighth and Arch streets.

1862 April 12.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  April 12, 1862, P. 5.

Fine Photographs.—The splendid Photographs taken by Larkin, Eighth and Arch, are among the best in the city.  For beauty of tone, splendid finish, truthfulness, and general merit, they stand unrivaled.

1862 April 13.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  April 13, 1862, Vol. XIV, No. 51, P. 2.

The Very Best Artists In The Country, On Card and Other Photographs, Are now in the employ of Larkin & Co., S. E. corner of Eighth and Arch Streets.  One dollar Photographs for 75 cents.  Ivorytypes reduced from $15 to $5.

Copying done in best manner by new process.

1862 April 19.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  April 19, 1862, P. 5.

Photographs, Ivorytypes, &c.—The crowds that daily throng the Larkin Gallery, prove the superiority and cheapness of their pictures.  Card, and other photographs made by the best artists.  Rooms Eighth and Arch, entrance on Eighth.

1862 May 31.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  May 31, 1862, P. 5.

The Card Photograph Is The prettiest adaptation of the art which has gained the attention of the public.  It is a neat and Landy [sic.] application of science.  Hence these small pictures are all the rage, and hence Larkin & Co., S. E. corner of Eighth and Arch streets, have found that the public demand upon them are extensive.  The Card Pictures are really beautiful, soft in the shadows, clear and life-like in expression.

1862 July 26.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  July 26, 1862, P. 4.

Photographs Of Volunteers, on camp scene back-ground, are manufactured twenty-five per cent cheaper, at Larkin & Co.’s fine galleries, than any other in the city.  Larkin & Co., S. E. corner Eighth and Arch.

1862 August 9.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  August 9, 1862, P. 5.

Photographs.—It affords the readers of the numerous city and country papers much pleasure to know that they can get better and cheaper Photographs at Larkin & Co.’s extensive rooms, S. E. corner of Eighth and Arch streets, than at any other establishment in the city or country.

1862 October 25.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 25, 1862, P. 4.

Larkin & Co’s Photographs.—These splendid specimens of art are attracting crowds of visitors daily to Larkin & Co’s Rooms, Eighth and Arch streets, where a competent corps of operators are constantly employed in the production of pictures of unsurpassed excellence, at prices freely given elsewhere for inferior Likenesses.

1863 February 28.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  February 28, 1863, P. 4.

The Life-Like Photographs Produced At Larkin’s Gallery, Eighth and Arch Streets, are the theme of universal praise.  For richness of tone, admirable finish and general excellence they cannot be surpassed, and as a consequence the corps of Larkin’s competent assistants are constantly employed in producing them.  A visit to his rooms is one of the enjoyments of the city, and the possession of one of his inimitable pictures a positive blessing.

1863 April 24.  Delaware State Journal and Statesman.  (Wilmington, Delaware.)  April 24, 1863, Vol. XXXI, No. 33, P. 2.

Photographic Gallery.—Messrs Larkin & Co., formerly of this city, having recently enlarged and improved their hitherto extensive Portrait And Photographic Picture Gallery at the Corner of Eighth And Arch Streets, Philadelphia, are now prepared to take all kinds of Photographic Pictures, plain or colored, in the highest style of the art, at the lowest possible prices.  Aged and young are alike taken in all weather and in any light, by means of the additional facilities at this establishment.  The new entrance on Arch Street is a great convenience to ladies, all of whom are invited to call when in Philadelphia, and see the numerous beautiful art specimens which adorn the gallery.

1863 April 26.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  April 26, 1863, Vol. XVI, No. 1, P. 2.

The Finest Painted Card Vignettes to be had in the city are now prepared at the popular and successful establishment of Larkin & Co., at the N. E. corner of Eighth and Arch streets.  These handsome pictures are gems of art, and they are worthy of the hugh popularity which they have achieved.  Larkin & Co., have now two entrances to their saloon—the new one upon Arch street, and the old one upon Eighth street.

1863 June 7.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  June 7, 1863, Vol. XVI, No. 7, P. 2.

Larkin & Co. Are doing for Photography that important service which public confidence warrants.  They produce most excellent pictures at the southeast corner of Eighth and Arch streets, where their spacious galleries abound in striking likenesses.  They take splendid pictures.

1863 September 6.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  September 6, 1863, Vol. XVI, No. 20, P. 2.

Larkin & Co., having made important improvements in their skylight and whole operating department , are now prepared to take superior photographs at lower prices than any other gallery in the city.  Card Photographs, $2 per dozens.

All kinds of old pictures copied and finished in the best manner.  Life-size pictures painted in oil, from $15 upwards.

Every style of Photograph Frames.

S. E. corner Eighth and Arch streets, Philadelphia.

Advertisement was recorded five times between September 6 to October 11, 1863.

1863 September 20.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  September 20, 1863, Vol. XVI, No. 22, P. 2.

Larkin & Co. determined to be fully up with the most pressing demands of business, have prepared themselves accordingly.  They have made excellent sky-light improvements, and introduced novelties in their operating department which enable them to produce splendid pictures.  They take portraits from life in admirable style, copy old pictures, and take oil portraits of natural size for $15.  A visit to them, at the northeast corner of Eighth and Arch streets, will gratify their friends and the picture loving public.

1864 February 21.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  February 21, 1864, Vol. XVI, No. 44, P. 2.

The Larkin Gallery, S. E. corner of Eighth and Arch streets, has been fully set in order to do a big business.  New and improved instruments have been procured, skillful operators have been engaged, and every thing is ready to gratify the picture-loving public.  Beside the popular card portrait, Larkin & Co. produce all styles of plain and painted photographs, the latter being very beautiful.

1864 February 27.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  February 27, 1864, P. 4.

Notice.—To Volunteers And Veterans.—Larkin & Co., Eighth and Arch streets, are making a special business of making the finest Photographs of all military men now in the city, giving all the colors of the uniform in the finest style.  All Photographs made on short notice.

1864 February 28.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  February 28, 1864, Vol. XVI, No. 45, P. 2.

The Attention of our brave volunteers is requested to the fact that special arrangements to take their portraits have been made at the Larkin gallery southeast corner of Eighth and Arch streets.  They have made important improvements in their skylight and whole operating department, and are now prepared to take superior photographs at lower prices than any other gallery in the city.  Go to Larkin and have your picture taken before you return to the field.

1864 March 9.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  March 9, 1864, Vol. XVI, No. 46, P. 2.

The Advantages which Larkin & Co. have at Southeast corner of Ninth [sic.] and Arch streets, for taking beautiful portraits, secures for them a goodly share of public patronage.  They have facilities for taking handsome vignette and full-length card pictures.  Plain and colored photographs are produced in first rate style; their Ivorytypes and crayon likenesses are handsome.  Eight card pictures for one dollar.

1864 March 13.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  March 13, 1864, Vol. XVI, No. 47, P. 2.

Veterans who re-enlist for the field, and are about to return to the army—new recruits, who are going into service—furloughed soldiers, whos time is nearly out—and citizens who are about to be drafted, should get their portraits taken at the Larkin Gallery, S. E. corner of Eighth and Arch streets.  They have made important improvements there.  They specially dedicate their services to the soldiers, and they produce handsome pictures.

1864 April 17.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  April 17, 1864, Vol. XVI, No. 52, P. 2.

The million, the thousand, the hundred or the single individual have only to call upon Larkin & Co., at the southeast corner of Eighth and Arch streets, to have their pictures taken photographically, in the superior style of that firm.  Larkin & Co. have first rate operators, long experience and taste to recommend them.  Their portraits are beautiful likenesses, universally admired, and deserving of their wide-spread popularity.

1864 May 1.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  May 1, 1864, Vol. XVII, No. 2, P. 2.

Larkins & Co., at the S. E. corner of Eighth and Arch streets, have one ambition, which is to convince their numerous friends that as high as was their reputation as superior photographers, they are now able to excel all previous performance.  They are taking most brilliant life-like and satisfactory pictures.  They bring out the features with perfect expression and softness in the shadows.  Good portraits, with Larkin & Co., are the invariable rule.

1864 May 15.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  May 15, 1864, Vol. XVII, No. 4, P. 2.

It Is With A Pleasurable satisfaction that we note the fact that Larkin & Co., the popular Photographers, at the southeast corner of Eighth and Arch streets, are doing a very fine business.  Their taste, scientific skill, long experience and unvarying success are guarantees of their work.  They take beautiful likenesses, which, for fidelity, sprit and finish are not to be excelled.  Those persons who want good portraits should go to Larkins.

Advertisement was recorded four times between May 15 to June 26, 1864.

1864 June 5.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  June 5, 1864, Vol. XVII, No. 7, P. 2.

During the continuance of the Sanitary Fair, Larkin & Co., the superior Photographers, S. E. corner of Eighth and Arch streets, will oblige the numerous strangers who visit the city, and all others, by furnishing six of their unequaled card pictures for $1.  This is an opportunity which should be gladly embraced by every person who desires to have a faithful, elegant, artistic likeness.  Larkin & Co. are eminent in their profession, and please everybody.

Advertisement was recorded on June 5 & 12, 1864.

1864 July 2.  The Evening Telegraph.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  July 2, 1864, P. 3.

Larkin & Co., the incomparable photographers, at the southeast corner of Eighth and Arch, have made special arrangements for the coming week, in order to accommodate visitors to the Fair.  During the week, six superb cartes de visite will be taken for one Dollar.

1864 June 11.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  June 11, 1864, P. 5.

Larkin and Co., The Incomparable Photographers, at the S, E. corner of Eighth and Arch Streets, have made special arrangements for the coming week, in order to accommodate visitors to the Fair.  During the week six superb Carte de Visite will be taken for one dollar.

1864 July 24.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  July 24, 1864, Vol. XVII, No. 14, P. 2.

The Art Of Copying old pictures so as to bring out all the effects is one which has been particularly [studied] by Larkin & Co. at the S, E. Corner of Eighth and Arch streets.  The are superior photographic artists.  Their portraits are beautiful specimens life like, natural in expression, and artistically done.  In life size pictures, colored likenesses and carte de visites they do a splendid business, and render universal satisfaction.

Advertisement was recorded on July 24 and August 7, 1846.

1864 July 31.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  July 31, 1864, Vol. XVII, No. 15, P. 2.

The Larkin Gallery, southeast corner of Eighth and Arch streets, Philadelphia.  Cheapest and best photographs in the city.  Six photographs for $1, for a few days longer.  Old daguerreotypes copied in the best manner.  This is the best time to get good and cheap [ ? ].  Four [ ? ] card pictures, new style, for $1.50.  All sizes of photographic frames for sale.

1864 September 4.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  September 4, 1864, Vol. XVII, No. 20, P. 2.

At The Larkin Gallery, S. E. corner of Eighth and Arch streets, extensive improvements are being made.  The proprietors will have the largest and best arranged establishment in the city.  They expect to be able to take pictures in a style of art hitherto unapproached by any photographers.  They will have the means to do so, and they will do so.  They are doing fine work now, but with the alterations and improvements they will do better.

1864 September 18.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  September 18, 1864, Vol. XVII, No. 22, P. 2.

The Improvements at the Larkin gallery, southeast corner of Eighth and Arch streets are now well under way, and soon will be completed.  The skylight operating room will be a splendid apartment seventy feet long by twenty four feet wide.  Larkin and Co. are determined to have the handsomest photographic establishment in the city.  They are also improving their apparatus, and keep up with the course of [scientific] discovery, so that their customers are always well served.

1864 September 25.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  September 25, 1864, Vol. XVII, No. 23, P. 2.

Great Improvements At The Larkin Gallery.  S. E. corner of Eighth and Arch streets, Philadelphia.  Just finished, one of the largest sky and side lights in the city, giving distance of over seventy feet, enabling them to take the largest groups of classes or clubs, and giving as good results in cloudy as in clear weather.  This, together with the most improved cameras, new and pleasing grounds and fixings, make this one of the most desirable galleries in the country.  The proprietors are determined, as theirs is proverbially the cheapest, it shall be the best gallery in the city.  The public are invited to examine our specimens of landscapes in oil.  All kinds of pictures copied, any size or style.  Photograph frames in great variety.  Entrance on Eighth street and Arch street.  Larkin & Co.

1864 November 6.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 6, 1864, Vol. XVII, No. 29, P. 2.

Soldiers returning home to vote can get their photographs taken at the “Larkin Gallery, “ southeast corner of Eighth and Arch streets, under the largest light in the city, at about half the price generally charged for the same quality of pictures.  Entrance on Eighth and on Arch.

1865 April 16.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  April 16, 1865, Vol. XVII, No. 52, P. 2.

Great Pictures are those of Larkin, southeast corner of Eighth and Arch streets—strikingly beautiful portraits, which delight the eye.  The people are accommodated at this establishment with a readiness and success which gives general pleasure.  Beside the duty of taking the pictures of their friends.  Larkin & Co. have for sale excellent likenesses of public characters.  Portraits of the lamented President Lincoln, and all prominent statesmen and generals will be found in the collection.

Advertisement was recorded on April 16 & 23, 1865.

1865 April 30.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  April 30, 1865, Vol. XVIII, No. 2, P. 2.

The Scientific pictures which are prepared by Larkin, and which may only be procured at his celebrated establishment, southeast corner of Eighth and Arch streets, are decidedly approved of by every person of good taste.  Larkin’s portraits are clear and striking, and in expression admirable.  They are handsome things.

Advertisement was recorded on April 30 and May 7, 1865.

1865 June 4.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  June 4, 1865, Vol. XVIII, No. 7, P. 2.

Returned Soldiers are invited to their old rendezvous the Larkin Photograph Gallery, Eighth and Arch streets, to get the best and cheapest pictures in Philadelphia.

Also, a large variety of views in Richmond, City Point, and other noted localities.  Call and see them.

Advertisement was recorded on June 4 & 11, 1865.

1865 June 25.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  June 25, 1865, Vol. XVIII, No. 10, P. 2.

Prices To Suit The Times.—Photographs and paintings greatly reduced, at the Larkin gallery, southeast corner of Eighth and Arch streets.  Cards $2.50 per dozen; large photographs equally low.  Gilt rosewood and other frames, at the lowest prices.  Particular attention paid to copying and coloring old pictures.  Entrance on Eighth street.  Larkin & Co.

1865 June 9.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  June 9, 1865, P. 4.

Life-Like Pictures.—Returned soldiers are invited to their old rendezvous, the Larkin Photograph Gallery, Eighth and Arch streets, to get the best and cheapest pictures in Philadelphia.

1865 July 9.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  July 9, 1865, Vol. XVIII, No. 12, P. 2.

Two Dollars per dozen is what Larkin , at the famous galleries, S. E. corner of Eighth and Arch streets, charge for his famous card photographs.  Larkin recognizes the fact that there is a fall in gold.  His large photographs are reduced in price in like proportion.  He takes very fine portraits.

Advertisement was recorded on July 9 to 23, 1865.

1865 September 10.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  September 10, 1865, Vol. XVIII, No. 21, P. 2.

Larkin & Co., at the S. E. corner of Eighth and Arch streets, beside having one of the finest photographic establishments in internal arrangement in the city, have also superior instruments and skillful operators.  Their card portraits at $2 per dozens are decidedly handsome, and their other pictures are furnished at reasonable prices.

Advertisement was recorded on September 10 & 17, 1865.

1865 September 24.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  September 24, 1865, Vol. XVIII, No. 23, P. 2.

The Photographic card portraits, at $2 per dozen, which are taken by Larkin & Co., southeast corner of Eighth and Arch streets, are admitted to be perfect beauties.  The same fact is established in regard to all their pictures, which are really handsome and very reasonable in price.  Their operators are skillful and their rooms pleasant.

1865 October 1.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 1, 1865, Vol. XVIII, No. 24, P. 2.

Two Dollars per dozen, is what Larkin, at the famous galleries, S. E. corner of Eighth and Arch streets, charges for his famous card photographs.  Larkin recognizes the fact that there is a fall in gold.  His large photographs are reduced in price in like proportion.  He takes very fine portraits.

1865 October 8.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 8, 1865, Vol. XVIII, No. 25, P. 2.

A. J. DeMorat has become the proprietor of those famous photograph galleries S. E. corner of Eighth and Arch streets formerly known as “Larkin’s.”  Mr. DeMorat is a fine artist having extensive experience and scientific taste.  He takes good pictures and at lower rates than any other establishment in the city.

1865 November 26.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 26, 1865, Vol. XVIII, No. 32, P. 2.

The Ladies, when out shopping, or away from home, will find Larkin & Kelly’s Congress Hall restaurant, No. 527 Chestnut street, a decided convenience.  They have a special saloon for ladies, with a private entrance.  Larkin & Kelly have also a capacious and capitally-managed gentlemen’s restaurant.

1865 December 3.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 3, 1865, Vol. XVIII, No. 33, P. 2.

William P. Larkin has now the sole charge of Congress Hall and Restaurant, No. 527 Chestnut street, opposite the State House.  The ladies saloon up stairs, with separate entrance and strictly private, is a superior accommodation.  At the gentleman’s restaurant and bar Larkin has the best to eat, with fine wines and liquors.

Lanneau, Charles H.

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1853                Rooms at Spann Hotel, Edgefield, South Carolina

1853                Rooms at Ramey’s Hotel, Abbeville, South Carolina.

1853                Palmetto House, Spartanburg, South Carolina.

1855                Address Unknown, Cokesbury, South Carolina.

1856                McBee’s Hall, Greenville, South Carolina.

1859                Rooms at Marshall House, Abbeville, South Carolina.

1859-1860       McBee’s Hall, Greenville, South Carolina.

1867                North of the Old Court Houde, Greenville, South Carolina.

N. D.  The New York Historical Society Dictionary Of Artists In America 1564-1860.  (New Haven, Connecticut & London, England.)  1957, P. 384.

Portrait painter of Charlestown (S. C.), 1836-1843.

1836 November 19.  The Charlestown Courier.  (Charlestown, South Carolina.)  November 19, 1836, Vol. XXXV, No. 11,624, P. 3.

Chas. H. Lanneau, Portrait Painter.  Has taken Rooms No. 161 King-st. over Mr. F. Dupont’s Store, where he invites his friends and the public to call and view his paintings.

1837 October 3.  The Charlestown Courier.  (Charlestown, South Carolina.)  October 3, 1837, Vol. XXXV, No. 11,891, P. 3.

Mr. Lanneau has also recently put the finishing touches to an excellent portrait of the Rev. Dr. Manly, which does him intiaite [sic.] credit.  He has lately returned from Philadelphia, where he has been busily employed this summer in making a copy of Sully’s splendid full length portrait of LaFayette, which we hope he will soon publicly exhibit.

1853 March 9.  Edgefield Advertiser.  (Edgefield, South Carolina.)  March 9, 1853, Vol. XVIII, No. 8, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.  C. H. Lanneau would respectfully inform the citizens of this place, that he has opened his Daguerrean Rooms at the Spann Hotel, where he will be happy to see all those in want of a good likeness of themselves or friends.

He does not hesitate to say that his Likenesses are Superior to any ever taken in this place.  Call and see, and judge for yourselves.

He is also taking his splendid cameo Daguerreotypes!  Which are pronounced by judges to be the finest specimens of the Art.

Miniatures taken for Lockets, Medallions, Pins, Bracelets and Finger Rings.

Call early as his stay will be short.                                        

Advertisement ran from March 9 to 16, 1853.

1853 March 23.  Edgefield Advertiser.  (Edgefield, South Carolina.)  March 23, 1853, Vol. XVIII, No. 10, P. 4.

The Last Week!  Daguerreotypes.  C. H. Lanneau would respectfully inform the citizens of this place, that he has opened his Daguerrean Rooms at the Spann Hotel, where he will be happy to see all those in want of a good likeness of themselves or friends.

He does not hesitate to say that his Likenesses are Superior to any ever taken in this place.  Call and see, and judge for yourselves.

He is also taking his splendid cameo Daguerreotypes!  Which are pronounced by judges to be the finest specimens of the Art.

Miniatures taken for Lockets, Medallions, Pins, Bracelets and Finger Rings.

Call early as his stay will be short.                                        

1853 April 14.  The Abbeville Banner.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  April 14, 1853, Vol. X, No. 1, P. 2.

C. H. Lanneau, Daguerrean.  The gentleman whose name heads this notice is now in our place, and has taken Rooms at Ramey’s Hotel.  Being a “handsome man” and very vain, we were induced by an old “comrade in arms” to offer up our phiz for execution.  Our friends say it “can’t be beat.”  Just call at his Rooms and satisfy yourself that he is the best Daguerrean that he has ever visited our place.  Mr. Lanneau is a South Carolinian by birth, a clergyman and a gentleman, and will not permit you to leave his Rooms until you are satisfied that he has discharged his duty towards you.  We can appreciate such gentlemen.

1853 April 14.  The Abbeville Banner.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  April 14, 1853, Vol. X, No. 1, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.  C. H. Lanneau would respectfully inform the ladies and gentlemen of this place and surrounding country, that he has opened his Daguerrian Rooms at Ramey’s Hotel, where he will be happy to see all those in want of a good likeness of themselves or friends.  He does not hesitate to say that his Likenesses are superior to any ever taken in this place.  Call and see, and judge for yourselves.

He is also taking his splendid Cameo daguerreotypes, which are pronounced by judges to be the finest specimens of the Art.  Miniatures taken for Lockets, Medallions, Pins, Bracelets and Finger Rings.  Call early, as his stay will be short.              

Advertisement ran from April 14 to 21, 1853.

1853 December 1.  The Carolina Spartan.  (Spartanburg, South Carolina.)  December 1, 1853, Vol. X, No. 42, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  C. H. Lanneau Would respectfully inform the citizens of this place and surrounding country that he has opened his Daguerrean Rooms at the Palmetto House, where he will be happy to see all those in want of a good likeness of themselves or friends.

He does not hesitate to say that his Likenesses are Superior to any ever taken in this place.  Call and see, and judge for yourselves.

He is also taking his splendid Cameo Daguerreotypes, which are pronounced by judges to be the finest specimens of the Art.

Miniatures taken for Lockets, Medallions, Pins and Finger Rings.  Call early, as his Stay will be short.  Oct 27.

1853 December 1.  The Carolina Spartan.  (Spartanburg, South Carolina.)  December 1, 1853, Vol. X, No. 42, P. 3.

Portrait Painting.  The subscriber will be happy to engage to paint any number of Portraits, from his own Daguerreotypes, or from any others that are well executed—and will warrant to give a correct and faithful representation of the original, and a highly finished painting.

For terms, &c., apply to C. H. Lanneau, Palmetto House, Nov. 17.

A specimen of my painting may be seen by applying as above.

1855 February 16.  The Independent Press.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  February 16, 1855, Vol. 2, No. 4, Whole No. 93, P. 2.

Mr. C. H. Lanneau, The Daguerrean, is now at Cokesbury Village, where he will spend some three or four weeks, the Residents of the Village, and surrounding inhabitants are invited to embrace the opportunity to secure the likenesses of themselves and friends.

He may be found at Dr. Conner’s Hotel.                   

Advertisement ran from February 16 to March 9, 1855.

1856 August 28.  The Southern Enterprise.  (Greenville, South Carolina.)  August 28, 1856, Vol. 3, No. 16, P. 2.

Ambrotypes!  Ambrotypes!!  Ambrotypes!!  C. H. Lanneau Has the pleasure of announcing to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Greenville that he is Now Prepared To Take The Ambrotype, in all its perfection and beauty.  He will remain in Town for a Short Time, to complete some engagements, and then he will be absent for a considerable time.  Those who desire to possess a Beautiful Specimen of these Never Fading Pictures are requested to Call At Once.

Call And See His Specimens!

He is also prepared to take the Ambrotype for Medallions, Broaches, Lockets and Finger Rings.  They are superior to the Daguerreotype in this form also.

Room In M’Bee’s Hall, Up Stairs.

Advertisement was recorded from August 28 to December 25, 1856.

1857 June 25.  The Southern Enterprise.  (Greenville, South Carolina.)  June 25, 1857, Vol. IV, No. 7, P. 3.

Ambrotypes and Melainotypes.  More Beautiful Than Ever.  The Inimitable ‘Raised’ Ambrotypes.  A perfect representation of Nature, and the highest style of Art; Unfading and Durable.  Also, The Melainotype, Another and a later triumph in the art of Photography, admirably adapted to Medallions, Broaches, Lockets, Rings, &c.

The subscriber takes pleasure in announcing to his friends, the Ladies and Gentlemen of Greenville and surrounding country, that he is at Home Again, and ready to execute anything in the line of his profession that necessity or fancy may suggest.

He will also take this occasion to say—once for all—that the Superiority of his Pictures over all foreign “catch-penny” affairs, is to well known and acknowledged to require any resort to the very common practice of “puffing,” in order to bring them into notice.  Just come and see for yourselves, and be satisfied.

Prices Moderate—From $1 to $5 and $8, according to size and style.

Gallery on 2d Floor Of McBee’s Hall.

Complete instructions given in the Art.  C. H. Lanneau.

Photographs beautifully colored in oil, by the subscriber.

Advertisement was recorded between June 25 to November 19, 1857.

1858 March 4.  The Southern Enterprise.  (Greenville, South Carolina.)  March 4, 1858, Vol. IV, No. 43, P. 2.

Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, And Spherotypes.  The subscriber is prepared to execute Pictures in the above line in all kinds of Finish and of all Styles, in the best possible manner.  Call and see him at McBee’s Hall, rooms formerly occupied by C. H. Lanneau as a Daguerrean Gallery. J. B. Watson.

Advertisement ran from March 4 to April 8, 1858.

1859 February 24.  The Abbeville Banner.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  February 24, 1859, Vol. XV, No. 44, P. 2.

Now Is Your Time.  We take occasion to remind our readers that Rev. C. H. Lanneau, an eminent Daguerrean and Ambrotype Artist, has taken rooms at the Marshall House, where he will be pleased to see Ladies and Gentlemen of the village, and surrounding country. 

Mr. Lanneau has been among us before as an Artist, and is kindly remembered by a long list of former patrons.  We hazard nothing in saying to those who may desire his services, that Mr. L. ranks among the first of his profession, and that his style of pictures will not fail to please the most fastidious.

1859 February 24.  The Abbeville Banner.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  February 24, 1859, Vol. XV, No. 44, P. 3.

Ambrotypes, Spherotypes, Melainotypes, and “Relievo”- types.  C. H. Lanneau Respectfully announces to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Abbeville, and surrounding country, that he has opened his Gallery at The Marshall House.  And will be happy to see all who desire possess one or more of these beautiful specimens of Art.

The superiority of the Ambrotype, to that of the Daguerreotype, is that it Never Fades, and is not affected by atmosphere or dampness, or anything else.

His Stay Will Be Limited.

Please to call at once, and see his Beautiful Specimens.

The subscriber is also prepared to insert the Ambrotype in Brooches, Medallions, Rings, &c.  These are perfect gems of the Art.

Come one, and come all, and come without delay.  Delays are dangerous.  Death is always in our [minds] and doing his work.  Secure, then, the Shadow, while you have the Substance.  This can be done in a trice, by calling on the Subscriber, and done to perfect satisfaction.

The subscriber will be happy to receive orders for painting Portraits also.

Advertisement ran from February 24 to March 17, 1859.

1859 February 25.  The Independent Press.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  February 25, 1859, Vol. 6, No. 43, Whole No. 203, P. 2.

Ambrotypes, Photographs, &c.  We direct the especial attention of our readers to the card of Mr. Lanneau, ambrotypist, who has lately arrived in our village, and taken rooms at the Marshall House, where he is prepared to execute likenesses in the highest branch of his art.  Mr. Lanneau is to well known to our citizens as an accomplished artist, to need any commendation from us.  His taste, skill, experience, and uniform success, has established his character in this, and the adjoining Districts and enables him to give general satisfaction.  His pictures have a clearness of outline, and softness of finish, which cannot be surpassed.  He is conversant with all the recent improvements in photographing, and is prepared to take likenesses in every style of his art.

Call at his Gallery, and you may be induced to add your own likeness to his rich array of youthful grace and beauty—or bear off some cherished memorial of the “golden prime” to cheer some dear absent friend, or perhaps revive the memory of your own declining years with a sight of the flowing locks and sunny smiles of infancy—Seize the shadow before the substance fades.

1859 February 25.  The Independent Press.  (Abbeville, South Carolina.)  February 25, 1859, Vol. 6, No. 43, Whole No. 203, P. 2.

Ambrotypes, Spherotypes, Melainotypes, and “Relivo”—types.  C. H. Lanneau Respectfully announces to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Abbeville, and surrounding country, that he has opened his Gallery at the Marshall House And will be happy to see all who desire to possess one or more of these beautiful specimens of Art.

The superiority of the Ambrotype, o that of the Daguerreotype, is, that it Never Fades, and is not effected by atmosphere or dampness, or anything else.

His Stay Will Be Limited.  Please to call at once, and see his Beautiful Specimens.

The subscriber is also prepared to insert the Ambrotype in Brooches, Medallions, Rings &c.  These are perfect gems of the Art.

Come one, and come all, and come without delay.  Delays are dangerous.  Death is always in our midst and doing his work.  Secure, then, the Shadow, while you have the Substance.  This can be done in a trice, by calling on the Subscriber, and done to perfect satisfaction.

The subscriber will be happy to receive orders for painting Portraits also.  Feb. 24, ’59.

Advertisement ran from February 25 to March 18, 1859.

1859 June 23.  The Southern Enterprise.  (Greenville, South Carolina.)  June 23, 1859, Vol. VI, No. 7, P. 2.

The Fine Arts!  The Fine Arts!!  Ambrotypes, And All Other Kind Of Types!  C. H. Lanneau Respectfully announces to his friends and former patrons, that he has returned to Greenville for the summer, and can always be found at his former Rooms in McBee’s Hall.

A Good Ambrotype, Neatly Encased, can be purchased for the low price of One Dollar.

Every variety of Types can be obtained in his Gallery, that can be had in the city of Charleston or New York, and equally as Fine.

Daguerreotypes of deceased persons Photographed and enlarged to Life Size and painted in Oil. Advertisement was recorded three times between June 23 to July 21, 1859.

1860 July 12.  The Southern Enterprise.  (Greenville, South Carolina.)  July 12, 1860, Vol. VII, No. 10, P. 3.

South Carolina Gallery Of Art.  C. H. Lanneau, Og Greenville, S. C.  Respectfully announces to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Greenville and the surrounding country, that he has returned home for the summer and may be found at his Room In McBee’s Building, where he will be happy to see all who desire one or more of his Unrivalled Pictures.  

Call and see his Beautiful Specimens.

Ambrotypes, Spherotypes, Melainotypes And Photographs, Plain And In Oil.

Prices to suit the times and circumstances of all.

Pictures can be taken equally well in all kinds of weather.

Advertisement was recorded eight times between July 12 to October 4, 1860.

1860 October 4.  The Southern Enterprise.  (Greenville, South Carolina.)  October 4, 1860, Vol. VII, No. 22, P. 2.

To Rent, A Desirable Residence on Buncome Street.  The house contains six rooms, with all necessary Out-buildings on the premises.  Possession given immediately.  C. H. Lanneau, Jr.

1867 January 31  The Southern Enterprise.  (Greenville, South Carolina.)  January 31, 1867, Vol. XIII, No. 36, P. 3.

Photographs.  The Undersigned begs leave to inform his former patrons and friends, and the public in general, that he has recovered the use of his arm; and also survived the disastrous effects of the late fire.  He has fitted up a suit of Rooms, with an approved Sky-Light; and is now better prepared than ever before, to execute, in the most Artistic Style, Photograohs And Ambrotypes, of every description.

His Rooms are in the same building occupied by Mr. Julius C. Smith, North of the old Court House.

The patronage of the public is respectfully solicited.

Hours for operating, from 9 A. M. to 4, P. M.  C. H. Lanneau.

1868 September 9  The Southern Enterprise.  (Greenville, South Carolina.)  September 9, 1868, Vol. XV, No. 16, P. 3.

The Subscriber is now devoting his time exclusively to Portrait Painting, and solicits the patronage of the community.  Persons wishing Likenesses of themselves, or their deceased friends, by furnishing him a daguerreotype, or an ambrotype, will have it enlarged to the size of life, by the aid of the Solar Camera, and accurately painted in oil colors.

Specimens may be seen at Messrs. Harrison & Marshall’s book-store.  Orders left at the store, will be promptly attended to.  Terms moderate.  C. H. Lanneau.

Landon, S. C.

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1848                First door west of the Congregational Church, Litchfield, Connecticut.       

1849                Address Unknown, Milton, Connecticut.            

1850                Room at the house of C. C. Palmer, Bantam Falls, Connecticut.

1850                Rooms near William L. Smedley’s store, South Farms, Connecticut.

1854                Address Unknown, Falls Village, Connecticut.   

1856                Rooms adjoining Winsted Herald Offices, Winsted, Connecticut.

1857                Corner North and Depot Streets, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

1860                Address Unknown, Washington, Connecticut.[1]

1848 August 24.  The Litchfield Enquirer.  (Litchfield, Connecticut.)  August 24, 1848, Vol. XXIII, No. 15, Whole No. 1169, P. 3.

Likenesses.  S. C. Landdon has taken the room formerly occupied by Mr. Martin, (First door west of the Congregational Church,) where he will remain until after the approaching anniversaries, giving the citizens of this and other towns, an opportunity to secure as good Likeness as can be obtained at any room in the country.  Call And See.

Advertisement ran from August 24 to September 21, 1848.

1849 August 23.  The Litchfield, Republican.  (Litchfield, Connecticut.)  August 23, 1849, Vol. 3, No, 9, Whole No. 113, P. 3.

Milton Daguerrean Rooms.  C. L. Landon, Takes this method to inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Milton and vicinity, that his rooms near the Congregational Church, will be kept open a short time longer.

Those wishing good likenesses, can obtain them if they call soon.

Advertisement ran from August 23 & September 6, 1849.

1849 September 6.  The Litchfield Enquirer.  (Litchfield, Connecticut.)  September 6, 1849, Vol. XXIV, No. 17, Whole No. 1223, P. 3.

Milton Daguerrean Rooms.  C. L. Landon, Takes this method to inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Milton and vicinity, that his rooms will be kept open a short time longer.

Those wishing good likenesses, can obtain them if they call soon, Milton, Aug 22, 1849.

1850 May 16.  The Litchfield, Enquirer.  (Litchfield, Connecticut.)  May 16, 1850, Vol. XXV, No, 1, Whole No. 1254, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  S. C. Landon, has taken rooms of C. C. Palmer, in Bantam Falls, where he will remain until the 25th inst.  He will than open a room in South Farms, near Wm. L. Smedley’s store.

Those wishing pictures in either of the above named places, are invited to give him a call, and entire satisfaction will be guaranteed in all cases.

Advertisement ran from May 16 to June 27, 1850.

1850 May 23.  The Litchfield, Republican.  (Litchfield, Connecticut.)  May 23, 1850, Vol. III, No, 47, Whole No. 151, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  S. C. Landon, has taken rooms of C. C. Palmer, in Bantam Falls, where he will remain until the 25th inst.  He will than open a room in South Farms, near Smedley’s store.

Those wishing pictures in either of the above named places, are invited to give him a call, and entire satisfaction will be guaranteed in all cases.

Advertisement ran from May 16 to July 4, 1850.

1854 January 5.  The Litchfield, Enquirer.  (Litchfield, Connecticut.)  January 5, 1854, Vol. XXVIII, No, 36, Whole No. 1440, P. 3.

Falls Village Daguerreian Gallery!  J. C. Landon[2] would inform the inhabitants of Falls Village and vicinity that in consequence of the continued demand for his Pictures his Gallery will be open until the first of February.

He deems it unnecessary to say anything as to the merits of his work, as he has during the past few months sold over One Thousand Pictures in the immediate vicinity.

Advertisement ran from January 5 to February 2, 1854.

1854 January 19.  The Litchfield, Republican.  (Litchfield, Connecticut.)  January 19, 1854, Vol. VII, No, 31, Whole No. 343, P. 4.

Falls Village Daguerreian Gallery!  J. C. Landon would inform the inhabitants of Falls Village and vicinity that in consequence of the continued demand for his Pictures his Gallery will be open until the first of February.  He deems it unnecessary to say anything as to the merits of his work, as he has during the past few months sold over One Thousand Pictures in the immediate vicinity. Falls Village, Jan. 5, 1854.

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

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

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

1857 August 13.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  August 13, 1857, Vol. LVIII, No. 2969, P. 3.

Daguerrian Notice.  S. C. Landon, Would inform the citizens of Pittsfield and vicinity, that he has taken the rooms lately occupied by E. W. Buel, corner of North and depot Streets, where he will be prepared to make Photographs, Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, &c., &c.

Conscious of his ability to make as good Pictures as can be produced, he invites Ladies and Gentlemen to examine his specimens and judge for themselves.

Rooms will be closed till August 20th.

Advertisement ran from August 13 to November 5, 1857.

1857 October 15.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  October 15, 1857, Vol. LVIII, No. 2978, P. 2.

Cattle Show and Fair of the Berkshire Agricultural Society.  The 47th anniversary of the Berkshire Agricultural Society, on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, the 7th, 8th and 9th inst…

Mr. S. C. Langdon, of this town, exhibited the photographs of the Class of ’57 in Williams College, 64 heads, and all well taken.  The Ambrotypes shown by Mr. R. H. Dewey were very beautiful and elicited much commendation from all who inspected them.

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

[2] Probably S. C. Landon.

Lamb, Colby

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

1857                4 Pleasant Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts.

1858-1860       4 Pleasant Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts.[1]

1863                54 State Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts.

1864-1870       54 State Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts.1

1871-1873       51 Market Street, Lynn, Massachusetts.1

1873-1874       66 Market Street, Lynn, Massachusetts.1

1875                Address Unknown, Lynn, Massachusetts.1

1857 March 26.  Herald of Gospel Liberty.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  March 26, 1857, Vol. XLIX, No. 4, [New Series] Vol. VII, No. 4, P. 4.

Found!  A Grand Place To Get Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes, At Mr. Lamb’s New Rooms, Corner Of State & Pleasant Sts., Entrance, No. 4 Pleasant Street, Newburyport, Mass.  Mr. Lamb respectfully notifies the public that he has taken the excellent Daguerrean Rooms on the corner of State and Pleasant streets, formerly occupied by J. S. Perkins, recently by J. A. McArthur, where he is prepared to execute as good Photographic Pictures as can be produced, at the most reasonable prices.

Having secured of Mr. E. R. Perkins, (who is the sole proprietor of Cutting’s Patent for Newburyport and vicinity,) the right to take Ambrotypes under that patent, Mr. Lamb is not obliged to deceive the public with Pictures on Glass, by calling them Ambrotypes.  The Ambrotype is taken on fine Plate Glass, and firmly sealed between two glasses, as if it were embodied in one glass.  It is not exposed to the chemical action of the atmosphere, and will not fade in any climate.  It can be taken much quicker than the Daguerreotype, and is more bold, clear and beautiful.

Please call and examine specimens.  No Charge made when a good likeness is not obtained.

N. B.  Copies taken from all kinds of pictures, on short notice.  Pictures taken and inserted in Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c.  Also fine Gold Lockets, Pins, &c., on hand, for sale at the rooms.

1857 May 27.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 27, 1857, Vol. XXV, No. 278, P. 2.

Ambrotypes.  Mr. Lamb’s advertisement for taking Ambrotypes and other pictures will be found in another column.  We have examined some of his specimens and found them finely executed.  We doubt if they can be improved by many of our New England artists.  The lights and shades of these pictures are most beautifully blended, and the eyes are so clear and life-like that the execution reflects much credit on the artist.  By his large skylight he is enabled to develop every feature to life, and give a clear and well-defined outline to the whole person, which is so essential to a good picture.  Mr. L.’s artistic skill united with his gentlemanly character and accommodating spirit will not fail to secure him the liberal patronage of those who wish for a first-rate picture on the most reasonable terms.  Our citizens will not need to go to Boston for good pictures when they can get better ones at Mr. Lamb’s Rooms, corner of State and Pleasant streets.  Entrance, No. 4 Pleasant street.

1857 May 27.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 27, 1857, Vol. XXV, No. 278, P. 3.

Ambrotypes!  Ambrotype & Daguerreotype Pictures!  Executed In The Best Style, At Mr. Lamb’s New Rooms, Corner Of State And Pleasant Streets, Entrance 4 Pleasant street.  Mr. Lamb announces to the citizens of Newburyport and vicinity, that he has taken the good and commodious rooms formerly occupied by J. S. Perkins, recently by J. A. McArthur, on the corner of State and Pleasant sts., where he is prepared to furnish the public with as good Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes as can be obtained , at prices the most reasonable.  Having the advantage of a large and ample sky-light, we are enabled to obtain a clear, lively and beautiful likeness at any seasonable hour of the day; also, in Cloudy As In Fair Weather.  Children can be taken in clear weather almost instantly.—Ambrotypes and Cameotypes, are taken on fine Plate Glass, and firmly sealed between two glasses, so that neither air nor moisture can effect them.  None but the Patent Ambrotype is free from the action of the atmosphere.  Pictures taken and inserted in Frames, cases, lockets, pins, rings, &c., on short notice.  Also, on hand and for sale at the lowest prices, Fine Gold Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c.  Please call and examine our numerous specimens.  No Charge made when a good likeness is not obtained.

P. S.—Mr. Lamb makes the Real Ambrotype under the same patent with E. R. Perkins.

Advertisement ran from May 27 to October 30, 1857.

1857 June 6.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  June 6, 1857, Vol. XXV, No. 287, P. 2.

The managers and other officers of the Young Men’s Temperance Society, are requested to meet This Evening, at Mr. Lamb’s Daguerrian Rooms, at 7½ o’clock, on business of importance.

1857 September 7.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  September 7, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 56, P. 2.

Caucus.  The American Republicans of this city met on Saturday evening.  The meeting was enthusiastic for Mr. Banks.  The following gentlemen were elected delegates to the Worcester Convention:

…Colby Lamb…

A resolution expressing full confidence in Hon. N. P. Banks, was unanimously adopted.  Wm. Thurston, Chairman.  Wm. E. Crockett, Sec’y.

1857 September 12.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  September 12, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 61, P. 2.

“Ironsides” Club.  The friends of N. P. Banks, on Thursday evening, organized for the ensuing elections.  The following is their list of officers:…

Finance Committee—…Colby Lamb…

1857 October 1.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 1, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 77, P. 2.

Essex Agricultural Fair.  Wednesday.—First Day.  The Exhibition of the Essex Society commenced in this city, yesterday…

The Hall…

daguerreotypes by Colby Lamb…

1857 October 3.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 3, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 79, P. 2.

At a meeting of the mechanic Library Society, held on Monday evening last, the following officers were elected for the ensuing quarter…Vice Presidents, Colby Lamb…

1857 October 13.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 13, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 87, P. 2.

At a Republican caucus held at Ward room No. 4, City Hall, Colby Lamb was chosen chairman…

1857 October 16.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 16, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 90, P. 2.

The following is the report of the Committee appointed by the Young Men’s Temperance Association, to mature a plan for the formation of the “Band of Hope” in this city:—

…All of which is most respectfully submitted by your Committee Colby Lamb…

1857 October 31.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 31, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 103, P. 3.

Don’t forget to call at Mr. Lamb’s Rooms and get a Fine Picture for half price, only twenty-five cents.

Advertisement was recorded on October 31 and November 2, 1857.

1857 October 31.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 31, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 103, P. 3.

Cheap Enough.  All who want Good Pictures At Half Price, will call at Mr. Lamb’s, No. 4 Pleasant Street, where they can obtain Beautiful Likenesses for the small sum of Twenty-Five Cents, For a short time, only while the banks suspend specie payment.  Don’t forget the place to get Good Pictures.

Advertisement ran from October 31, 1857 to May 15, 15, 1858.

1859 February 5.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  February 5, 1859, Vol. XXVII, No. 185, P. 2.

A Fine Picture.  We have just received a very [fine] lithographic picture of Rev. D. M. Reed, late of [this] city, now of Peoria, Ill.  This picture is daguerreotyped and published by Mr. Lamb, artist of this [city], and lithographed by L. Grozelier of Boston.  It [is] a fine picture, and excellent likeness, and reflects [much] credit on the artist who got it up.  Mr. Lamb [is], about to forward a supply of them to Mr. Reed’s Society at Peoria, but will reserve a few for the accommodation of those friends who have not obtained a satisfactory picture of Mr. Reed.  Call at Mr. Lamb’s Rooms, No. 4 Pleasant street, and see them.

1859 May 2.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 2, 1859, Vol. XXVII, No. 256, P. 2.

Have You Got One?  One What?  One of those Fine Pictures that Mr. Lamb is taking at his Rooms, No. 4 Pleasant Street.  Yes, and it is the Best I ever had.  Well, he is still making them in all the varied styles of the “fine art.”  He has made some repairs on his rooms, which enable him to take them equally well in all kinds of weather, fair or foul, rain or shine, true to life.  Good Pictures inserted in Lockets, Rings, Pins, &c., at short notice.  All kinds of Pictures copied to look as well as new, and sometimes much better than the original.  Old Pictures cleaned to look quite as good as new.  Lockets repaired, and new glasses set in them.  Gold Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c., for sale at various prices.

Mr. Lamb has a few of those fine Lithographs of Rev. D. M. Reed, for sale.  Call and see them soon if you want one, for they are nearly all sold.

Advertisement ran from May 2 to July 30, 1859.

1859 September 22.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  September 22, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 74, P. 3.

Now is Your Time To get a Fine Likeness of yourself and your friends.  Having completed the repairs and additions to our rooms, at No. 4 Pleasant Street, We are now prepared to take the Best Of Pictures, in all the varied styles of the art.  We make Ambrotypes, Photographs, Daguerreotypes, Melaineotypes, [sic.] And Pictures On Leather, to remit by mail.  We copy all kinds of Pictures into sizes larger or smaller as they may be desired.  Old daguerreotypes that are fading, can be enlarged into Photographs, and colored to look as natural as life.  They can be greatly restored by cleaning, which we always do free of expense, when we copy them.  We have just obtained a new and beautiful assortment of Prints, plain and colored, which we shall cheap for Ornamental Pictures and for Grecian Paintings.—WE have also a fine lot of Mouldings on hand, and shall frame all kinds of Pictures to order, on the most reasonable terms.  We promise to do our work as Well and as Cheap as it can be done elsewhere.

Black Union Cases, and all other kinds, for sale Cheaper than they can be had of pedlars.  Gold Lockets, Pins, &c., for sale cheap.

Good Pictures inserted in Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c., at short notice.  Perfect satisfaction given or no charges made.  Please give us a call at No. 4 Pleasant Street.

Fine Lithographs of Rev. D. M. Reed for sale.  C. Lamb, Artist.

Advertisement ran from September 22, 1859 to May 14, 1860.

1860 January 17.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  January 17, 1860, Vol. XXVIII, No. 172, P. 3.

Marriages.  In this city, Jan. 15th, by Rev. W. Spaulding, Mr.[2] Colby Lamb to Miss Rebecca J. Bean. [of this city.]

1860 May 10.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 10, 1860, Vol. XXVIII, No. 260, P. 2.

Mr. Editor:  I wish to correct an impression which some might get from your editorial this morning, that Mr. McArthur was the first to introduce the French “Paysage” Camera into use in this city.  Mr. Lamb has had one of the same for nearly a year, with which he has taken many fine Photographs and Ambrotypes.  The advantage of this instrument for Paysage view is found in the use of a single compensating lens, reversed and diaphragmed so as to admit but a small amount of light.  It is a great improvement on the German Voigtlander lens for Paysage pictures, since the latter will only give clear crescent views.

1860 August 27.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  August 27, 1860, Vol. XXIX, No. 48, P. 2.

Photographs.  Mr. Lamb has fine Photograph Pictures of Rev. W. Spaulding, and other clergymen, for sale at his rooms No. 4 Pleasant Street.

Advertisement ran from August 27 to October 8, 1860.

1860 October 11.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 11, 1860, Vol. XXIX, No. 90, P. 3.

Premium Photographs.  Mr. Lamb has copies of those Premium Photographs for sale at his rooms, No. 4 Pleasant Street.

Advertisement ran from October 11 to November 10, 1860.

1860 October 31.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 31, 1860, Vol. XXIX, No. 107, P. 3.

Cheapest Of All.  Pictures including Case for 35 cts.  Also all kinds of Pictures Cheaper than they can be had at the other places, (let the price be what it will) at No. 4 Pleasant st.  C. Lamb, Artist.

Advertisement was recorded from October 31, 1860 to January 4, 1861.

1861 January 9.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  January 9, 1861, Vol. XXIX, No. 167, P. 2.

Our Stock Is The Largest;

Our Prices are the Lowest;

Our Pictures are the Best.

Ambrotypes, (including case,) for 20 cents;

Twenty fine Photographs for $3.00;

Nice Frames for 25 cents.

Also, all kinds of Pictures, Frames and Cases, cheaper than at other places, at No. 4 Pleasant Street.  C. Lamb, Artist.

Advertisement ran from January 9 to March 4, 1861.

1861 May 2.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 2, 1861, Vol. XXIX, No. 272, P. 2.

Mr. Lamb has just shown us a fine Photograph Picture of the ruins of the North Church, copies of which are for sale at his rooms.

1861 September 19.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  September 19, 1861, Vol. XXX, No. 69, P. 3.

Photograph Frames.  A Fine lot of Photograph Frames just received and for sale by Colby Lamb, 4 Pleasant street.

Advertisement was recorded from September 19, 1861 to September 11, 1862.

1862 August 22.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  August 22, 1862, Vol. XXXI, No. 44, P. 3.

Notice.  All persons indebted to the subscriber are requested to call and settle immediately; and all persons having demands will present them for settlement.  Colby Lamb, 4 Pleasant st.

Advertisement ran from August 22 to September 2, 1862.

1862 September 13.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  September 13, 1862, Vol. XXXI, No. 14, P. 3.

Deaths.  In this city, 4th inst, Edith, daughter of Colby and Rebecca Lamb, aged 3 months.

1863 February 10.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  February 10, 1863, Vol. XXXI, No. 188, P. 2.

Changes.  Mr. McArthur has sold our his ambrotype and photograph rooms to Capt. Luther Dame, and Mr. Lamb has removed to No. 54 State street—a fine location.

1863 April 25.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  April 25, 1863, Vol. XXXI, No. 251, P. 3.

New Ambrotype and Photograph Rooms.  Most respectfully I would announce to my numerous patrons, friends and the public generally, that I have opened the New And Commodious Ambrotype and Photograph Rooms, No. 54 State Street, recently occupied by Dr. Kennison (Dentist) where I shall carry on the Photograph  Business in all its various branches.  I have had these rooms fitted up to order, with one of the largest Skylights in the State, having the Blue Light which is Superior in effect to any other, in use—Instead of having the Poorest rooms in the city I now have some of the Best in the state.  A fine entrance—A Nice Reception Room, a good cistern of water and all the accommodations of a dwelling-house.  I have nice ante-rooms, so that ladies wishing, can arrange or change their clothing without the least exposure.

Having secured the services of one of the best artists in America, and being in communication with the best artist in Europe and in this country, I am prepared to make all kinds of pictures in the very best style of the art and with the greatest possible dispatch.  I take Ambrotypes, Photographs, Card Pictures in every style, Melainotypes to Send in letters, Album-types and all other Types, as good and better than can be obtained in other places at the same price.

I have the exclusive right of making the Enameled Picture, which in effect is the most beautiful Picture ever yet made.

I make Photographs of all sizes and finish them in India Ink, oil colors, or water colors, to suit customers.

I can enlarge small pictures, old and faded daguerreotypes, and retouch them so they will be as fair and natural as life.

Persons wishing large pictures of their departed friends can have them by furnishing us with a small likeness of any kind.

I go to the residences and take Pictures of the infirm, and of deceased persons, at the most reasonable prices.

I have constantly on hand and for sale a large assortment of Photograph Frames, Cases, Lockets, Photograph Albums, &c., of the best quality, and at the Lowest Prices. 

In addition to our large assortment of Specimens for the entertainment of visitors we have a large Stereoscope containing views from all parts of the world.

Exhibition Free to All. 

Also Newburyport and Boston Daily Papers.

Please call and see our fine Specimens.  Do not forget the place Lamb’s City Saloon, 54 State Street.  Colby Lamb.

P. S.  I have just secured at high cost, the very latest improvement in Camera Lens, which is superior to any ever before used in this country.

Advertisement ran from April 25, 1863 to January 2, 1864.

1863 June 24.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  June 24, 1863, Vol. XXXI, No. 301, P. 2.

Fine Exhibition.  Passing down State street yesterday, we noticed a group gathered around the entrance to Mr. Lamb’s Photograph Rooms, anxiously looking at something suspended on the door post.  We thought at first that some important dispatch had been received, but when the crowd had dispersed, we discovered that Mr. Lamb had dispatched some of the finest pictures ever put on exhibition in America.  An artist from New York, noticing them, said he had not seen better pictures in any place.  We noticed the familiar face of the late Hon. Josiah Little and others of our first and best citizens, whose pictures would be an honor and an ornament to every Album in the city.  Mr. Lamb is making good use of his new and superior sky-light; and we are glade to know that the skill of the artist, as well as his gentlemanly and considerate deportment to visitors, is appreciated by hosts of discriminating customers.

1863 July 18.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  July 18, 1863, Vol. XXXII, No. 16, P. 2.

Newburyport Artists.  The following extract from a letter from New York is highly complimentary to the artist of our city:—

“I dined the other day with Mr.___________, formerly of your city, where I met a prominent New York artist.  On the walls hung a collection of photographs of the friends of “mine host,” twenty in number, nineteen of them by the first New York photographists, and one—a likeness of a member of Capt. B.’s family of Newburyport—by Mr. Colby Lamb, colored by Mr. H. B. Haskell.  The artist, after a critical examination, expressed the opinion that the picture executed in your city was, beyond dispute, the best of the group, in which opinion the entire company coincided.”

1864 November 5.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  November 5, 1864, Vol. XXXIII, No. 108, P. 3.

I Have Returned To My Rooms At No. 54 State Street, and shall be happy to wait on all my old customers and all the good people who wish for Good Pictures taken from life or copied, in all the various styles of the art.  Colby Lamb.

Advertisement was recorded from November 5 to December 12, 1864.

1865 February 9.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  February 9, 1865, Vol. XXXIII, No. 188, P. 2.

The Wolfe Tavern.  Mr. Colby Lamb has sent us from his Photograph rooms, a beautiful picture of the Old Wolfe Tavern, as it was before the “great fire.”  It was then located where the three stores below the Post Office are; the alley way to Inn street being as it now is, while upon the upper side, where the Post Office is, was Anthony Francis’ Barber shop, with the pole extending over the sidewalk.  The buildings were then of wood, and the ell of the tavern extended back to Inn street, making it large on the ground.  The stable was in the rear, now occupied by the Bartlet mills.  Into the yard of that stable,  seventy Vermont teams, brining butter, pork, and other farm produce, have driven in a single day. 

The Wolf tavern was opened by Capt. William Davenport in 1762, and named for Gen Wolfe, under whom he served in the battle of Quebec.  The photograph brings out from the original picture, the portrait of Wolfe that was on the sign board that swung over State street.  The tavern remained in the hands of the Davenports for some years, the first three landlords being of that name; and then it passed to the ownership of Mr. Thomas Perkins; and it was in that house that Dr. Henry C. Perkins was born in 1805, in the same room where his wife’s father, Mr. John Davenport, was born in 1776.  The hotel was a great place of resort in the early days of Newburyport—one of the most famous taverns in Essex county.

1865 February 13.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  February 13, 1865, Vol. XXXIII, No. 191, P. 2.

Mr. Lamb has a few copies of the Wolf tavern for sale at his rooms No. 54 State Street.

1865 April 22.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  April 22, 1865, Vol. XXXIII, No. 247, P. 2.

Mr. Colby Lamb has taken photographs of J. Wilks Booth, which he has for sale.  They represent him as a bright, smart, fine-looking young man.  Pitty that so beautiful a specimen of humanity should be put to such hellish use.

1865 May 9.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 9, 1865, Vol. XXXIII, No. 261, P. 2.

Photographs.  We would call attention to Mr. Lamv’s advertisement in another column.  Mr. Lamb is one of the most successful artists in Massachusetts.  He is doing work for many of the best families in this city and vicinity.  Many persons prefer his work to the best work done in Boston, and while they are doing business there, they have all their pictures taken in Mr. Lamb’s rooms.  His prices are very reasonable.

1865 May 9.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 9, 1865, Vol. XXXIII, No. 261, P. 2.

Photographs.  Photographs and Card Pictures of Abraham Lincoln, our late beloved President; Of Edward Everett, the late great American Orator who, “being dead yet speaketh;” of Gen’s Grant, Sherman and other officers; of garrison, “The Liberator” and Whittier the Great American Poet Christian and Philosopher; and other leading Statesmen.  Poets and Philosophers; also of the venerable Rev. Dr. Withington and other distinguished clergymen of this city; of Boston, the Assassin, and other villains; of Home on a Furlough” and the Old Wolfe Tavern.  For sale at Mr. Lamb’s Rooms, No. 54 State Street.

Also Frames of all kinds, and Cases very cheap.

Having had much practice and unusual success in Photography, I am prepared to make all kinds of Photographs and Sun Pictures in the very best style of the Art, and at the most reasonable prices.  I use the best apparatus and the best stock the market affords.  I do my work myself and know that it is well done.  I can copy all kinds of Pictures into sizes larger or smaller, and equally as good, and sometimes better than the original pictures.  I am now making large numbers of large size photographs from small Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes and other pictures.  I intend always to give satisfaction.  My price for large pictures, well finished in ink and color is $4.00 and upwards according to the size and finish.  Duplicates well finished $3.00.  I use no material because it is cheap.—Please call and examine specimens at my rooms, No. 54 State Street.  Colby Lamb.

Advertisement ran from May 9 to 18, 1865.

1865 May 20.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 20, 1865, Vol. XXXIII, No. 271, P. 3.

Photographs.  Having engaged the services of two of the best Artists in Boston, I am now prepared to furnish my patrons with The Very Best Pictures ever offered to the public.  I can make them of any size from the smallest Miniature to Full Length Life Size.

I can copy from all kinds of pictures and miniatures into any size desired, and have them in India Ink, Oil Or Water Colors.  These life-sized Pictures finished in oil, exceed in beauty any portrait on canvas that can be made.  I use the Best Apparatus and the Best Stock in the market.

I use no stock because it is cheap.

I am now making large numbers of large size Photographs from small ambrotypes and other pictures.—My price for large size Pictures, finished in ink and colors, is Four Dollars and upwards, according to the size and finish.  I am also making Card Pictures, Ambrotypes, and all other kinds now in use.

I intend always to give satisfaction.

I have Frames, Cases, Lockets, &c., of all kinds, for sale cheap.

Please call and examine specimens at my rooms, No. 54 State Street.  Colby Lamb.

Advertisement was recorded between May 20 to September 18, 1865.

1865 May 23.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 23, 1865, Vol. XXXIII, No. 273, P. 2.

Photographs, Cheap.  The undersigned Artists of Newburyport, in consequence of the reduction in price of material used in the Photographic business, have determined to adopt the following scale of prices for the future:

Cartes de Visites, per dozen……………$3.00

Vignettes, per dozen……………………$3.00

Medallions, per dozen…………………..$1.75

1-9 Ambrotypes………………………….. .50

1-6 Ambrotypes………………………….. .75

1-4 Ambrotypes…………………………$1.25

The Revenue Stamps will be additional to the above prices.

The material used is the best the country affords, and Vignettes, the most desirable pictures made, are furnished a dollar per dozen cheaper than has ever before been offered to the public; and even with these prices we warrant as good Pictures as can be made in the country.

Luther Dame, 62 State Street.

H. P. Macintosh, 33 State Street.

Wm. Batchelder, 39 State Street.

Colby Lamb, 54 State Street.

Advertisement ran from May 23 to June 8, 1865.

1865 June 17.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  June 17, 1865, Vol. XXXIII, No. 294, P. 2.

Transparencies.  Porcelain Plates And Passepartouts, For Transparencies, for sale at my rooms, No. 54 State Street.  Colby Lamb.

Advertisement ran from June 17 to July 20, 1865.

1865 June 20.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  June 20, 1865, Vol. XXXIII, No. 296, P. 2.

Mr. Lamb has just shown us a very fine card picture of John Porter, Esq.  Also, one of the late Hon. Josiah Little, and one of his brother Edward Little late of Portland, taken at his rooms.  These are very fine specimens and would do honor to any artist’s show case.

1865 October 2.  The Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 2, 1865, Vol. XXXIV, No. 79, P. 2.

Mr. Lamb has some fine Card Pictures of the late Miss Hannah F. Gould.

1866 May 17.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 17, 1866, Vol. 35, No. 116, P. 2.

Photographs.  We are now giving our whole attention to Large Photographs and Card Pictures.  We can copy from any picture into any size desired.—Old and faded pictures can thus be made as good and often times Better Than New.  We finish in India Ink, Oil, and Water Colors. 

The large amount of this work which we have done, and are now doing; our increased facilities for doing it, and to perfect satisfaction we have always given our customers are sufficient commendations to secure us a liberal amount of patronage, which we hope always to merit, by honesty and strict attention to our business.

Call and examine specimens at 54 State Street, Newburyport.  Colby Lamb, Frank Thurlow, Operators.

Notice.  As I propose to change my vocation as soon as convenient, all persons wishing my services in Photography will please avail themselves of the earliest opportunity to call at my rooms, 54 State Street.  Colby Lamb.

Advertisement was recorded between May 17 to September 22, 1866.

1866 June 29.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  June 29, 1866, Vol. 35, No. 153, P. 2.

Colby Lamb, Agent For  Dr. H. A. Lamb’s Great Erysipelas Cure.  Cases of Erysipelas and other kindred diseases promptly attended at No. 54 State Street.

Advertisement was recorded between June 29 to September 20, 1866.

1866 August 13.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  August 13, 1866, Vol. 35, No. 190, P. 2.

Erysipelas Humor.  H. A. Lamb, M. D., Of Portland, Me., Discoverer of the great Erysipelas Remedy, with which he guarantees to cure every kind of Erysipelas Humor, in a few days, can be consulted for two days only.

Tuesday and Wednesday, Aug. 14 & 15, At 54 State Street, at C. Lamb’s Reception Room.

Advertisement ran from August 13 to 15, 1866.

1866 August 24.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  August 24, 1866, Vol. 35, No. 199, P. 2.

Mr. Lamb is giving his whole attention to large Photographs and card pictures, as will be seen by reference to his advertisement.  He is considered by his patrons one of the best artists in the State.  No reasonable person ever goes away from his rooms dissatisfied.  All who are in want of good photographs, large or small, had better call on him soon, while he remains in the business.

1866 October 30.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 30, 1866, Vol. 35, No. 256, P. 2.

There is considerable excitement in this district about candidates for the next General Court.  Among those most prominent are Col. E. F. Stone and Colby Lamb, Esq.  Col. Stone is a man of ability and legislative experience, and will doubtless be elected with but little opposition.  Mr. Lamb is a man of education and ability, devoted to the interests of the city, the whole country, and especially, the interests of the soldiers who have so nobly defended the country.  No one has a superior claim.

1866 December 4.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  December 4, 1866, Vol. 35, No. 275, P. 2.

You Can Get The Best Tintypes, And All Other Types, At Lamb’s Photograph Rooms, 54 State Street.  So They Say.

Advertisement was recorded between December 4, 1866 to August 2, 1867.

1867 January 8.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  January 8, 1867, Vol. 36, No. 7, P. 2.

The School Committee organized at City Hall, on Monday.  Rev. S. J. Spaulding was elected Chairman; Wm. H. Merrill, Secretary; and Colby Lamb Agent of the Board.   Rev. Wm. A. McGinley of Ward 4 resigned.

1867 May 24.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  January 8, 1867, Vol. 36, No. 122, P. 2.

School Notice.  The Spring Vacation of the Schools commences on Monday, 27th inst.  The school houses will be cleaned during this vacation.  The teachers are requested to see that the books are all taken care of, and the keys of the houses (one set) labeled and handed to me on Saturday afternoon.  Colby Lamb.

1867 July 13.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  July 13, 1867, Vol. 36, No. 164, P. 2.

Prices Greatly Reduced!  For a few days our prices will be as followed:

Large sized Pictures finished in colors,…………$2.00

Cards, Vignettes and Oval, per dozen,………….$1.75

Tintypes, 16 for 20 Cents.  All other Pictures equally cheap, At Lamb’s Rooms, 54 State Street.

Advertisement was recorded between July 13 to August 6, 1867.

1867 July 15.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  July 15, 1867, Vol. 36, No. 165, P. 2.

For Sale Cheap, A First Rate Magic Lantern, with a good collection of Astronomical and other Slides, adapted to the of Schools, or for getting up private exhibitions for a family and friends.  Colby Lamb, 54 State street.

Advertisement was recorded between July 15 to August 9, 1867.

1867 August 30.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  August 30, 1867, Vol. 36, No. 205, P. 3.

For Sale One good second hand Show Case. 8½ feet long,—cheap.  Apply at Lamb’s Photograph Rooms.

Advertisement was recorded from August 30 to September 2, 1867.

1867 September 13.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  September 13, 1867, Vol. 36, No. 217, P. 2.

Notice.  Having disposed of my interest in the Photograph Rooms, 54 State street, to Mr. E. B. Chase, and old and very experienced Artist, who has made alterations and improvements which will enable him to carry on the business “in the highest perfection of the art,” I cheerfully recommend all my customers and the public to the patronage of him, who will give them perfect satisfaction.  Colby Lamb.

1867 October 25.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 25, 1867, Vol. 36, No. 253, P. 2.

New England Mutual Life Insurance Agency…Colby Lamb, Agent., No 54 State Street.

1867 December 9.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  December 9, 1867, Vol. 36, No. 290, P. 2.

Colby Lamb declines the nomination for member of the School Committee in Ward 3.

1868 October 15.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  October 15, 1868, Vol. 37, No. 243, P. 2.

Particular Notice.  I have returned to my Photograph Rooms at 54 State street, where I shall be happy to wait upon my old customers and friends, and all others who are in want of Good Pictures of any size or description, taken from life or copied from other pictures, however old or faded.  I will make good Pictures as cheap as they can be obtained anywhere.  I shall make all sizes, from the Smallest Tintype to Life Size Photographs, finished in Pastil, Oil, Ink or water Colors, to suit customers.

Call at the old stand and see our specimens and learn our prices, at 54 State street, Colby Lamb.

Advertisement ran from October 15 to November 4, 1868.

1868 November 6.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  November 6, 1868, Vol. 37, No. 262, P. 2.

You Can Get A Better Picture, with Rosewood Frame, For [$0.00], At Lamb’s Photograph Rooms, No. 54 State street, Than you can get in Boston or elsewhere for the same money.  See His Prices:

Ferrotype, with Rosewood Frame………………..$1.25

Nice Card Photographs, per dozen……………….$1.50

Ferrotypes on Cards, 4 for………………………..$0.25

Ferrotypes in Envelope……………………………$0.25

Tintypes, 16 for……………………………………$0.25

All other kinds of Pictures equally cheap—and warranted.

Advertisement ran from November 6 to 18, 1868.

1868 November 26.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  November 26, 1868, Vol. 37, No. 284, P. 2.

Thanksgiving!  Mr. Lamb Will Be In His Rooms, No. 54 State Street, On Thanksgiving Day, To Wait On Customers, From 8 o’clock A. M. till 4 P. M.

1868 December 1.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  December 1, 1868, Vol. 37, No. 287, P. 2.

You Can Get The Best Pictures, Of All Kinds, At Lamb’s Photograph Rooms, 54 State Street.

Advertisement was recorded from December 1, 1868 to May 4, 1869.

1869 December 7.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  December 7, 1869, Vol. 38, No. 287, P. 2.

Christmas Presents!  The Best Place To Get Them Is At Lamb’s Photograph Rooms, where he is making all styles and sizes of Pictures For Christmas Presents.

Small pictures enlarged and finished in ink or colors, In the best style of the art.

All orders filled promptly, and all work done faithfully by the Artist.

Pictures Very Cheap for a few days.

Advertisement ran from December 7 to 31, 1869.

1870 May 11.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 11, 1870, Vol. 39, No. 111, P. 2.

It may be seen by notice in another column that Mr. Lamb will remain in his rooms a few days longer to finish engagements.  All who wish for his services in picture making must call soon.

1870 May 11.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 11, 1870, Vol. 39, No. 111, P. 2.

Notice.  I shall remain at my Rooms, No. 54 State Street, a few days longer to complete engagements and wait upon customers.

Advertisement ran from May 11 to 14, 1870.

1870 May 24.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  May 24, 1870, Vol. 39, No. 122, P. 2.

Mr. Lamb has just shown us a fine picture of that “daring young man on the flying trapeze,” or rather the man who dared to go up the spire of the Old South Church and take down the weather-cock and put it back in place without any staging to assist him.  It is a fine photograph of the church and the man standing on the upper [ball], supporting himself by one hand over the back of the weather-cock and the other lifted high in the air exhibits one of the most daring feats we have witnessed in this vicinity for a long time.  Mr. Lamb has a few copies for sale at his rooms.

1870 June 14.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  June 14, 1870, Vol. 39, No. 140, P. 2.

It will be seen by reference to the advertising columns that Mr. Lamb intends to take his final leave of us the last of this week.

1870 June 14.  Newburyport Daily Herald.  (Newburyport, Massachusetts.)  June 14, 1870, Vol. 39, No. 140, P. 2.

Notice.  I shall be at my rooms, 54 State street until Friday, June 17th, to complete engagements.  Colby Lamb.

Advertisement ran from June 14 to 16, 1870.

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

[2] On Jan. 17 recorded as Rev. Colby Lamb, on Jan. 18 corrected to Mr. Colby Lamb.

Klye. George W.

Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Photographs, , , , ,

1860                132 Main Street, Lynchburg, Virginia.

1860 January 27.  Lynchburg Daily Virginian.  (Lynchburg, Virginia.)  January 27, 1860, Vol. 8, No. 151, P. 2.

George W. Kyle, Artist, No. 132 Main Street.  Having Purchased of Mr. M. D. Bliss his Gallery in the City of Lynchburg.  I will continue the business at the old stand—where I will be pleased to see all in want of any thing in my line, such as Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Life-Size Photographs, Patent Leather Pictures, &c., Put  Up In The Best Style Of The Art.

Having an experience of ten years in the business I flatter myself to be able to give perfect satisfaction in every case, otherwise, no charge will be made.  I shall always keep on hand a general assortment of Cases, Plain and Fancy.  I have also on hand a large stock of Jewelry, such as Lockets, Breast Pins, Finger Rings, &c., suitable for Pictures, which I am determined to sell at reduced rates.  All in want of any thing in that line will find it to their interest to call before purchasing elsewhere.

Ladies and Gentlemen are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens, whether they wish pictures or not, were they find a pleasant place to pass away a leisure hour.

Deceased persons and invalids attended at their residences when desired.  G. W. Kyle, Artist.

Advertisement was recorded between January 27 to August 2, 1860.

1860 June 14.  Lynchburg Republican.  (Lynchburg, Virginia.)  June 14, 1860, Vol. III, No. 150, P. 4.

George W. Kyle, Artist, No. 132 Main Street.  Having Purchased of Mr. M. D. Bliss his Gallery in the City of Lynchburg.  I will continue the business at the old stand—where I will be pleased to see all in want of any thing in my line, such as Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Life-Size Photographs, Patent Leather Pictures, &c., Put  Up In The Best Style Of The Art.

Having an experience of ten years in the business I flatter myself to be able to give perfect satisfaction in every case, otherwise, no charge will be made.  I shall always keep on hand a general assortment of Cases, Plain and Fancy.  I have also on hand a large stock of Jewelry, such as Lockets, Breast Pins, Finger Rings, &c., suitable for Pictures, which I am determined to sell at reduced rates.  All in want of any thing in that line will find it to their interest to call before purchasing elsewhere.

Ladies and Gentlemen are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens, whether they wish pictures or not, were they find a pleasant place to pass away a leisure hour.

Deceased persons and invalids attended at their residences when desired.  G. W. Kyle, Artist.

1860 June 18.  Lynchburg Virginian.  (Lynchburg, Virginia.)  June 18, 1860, Vol. 37, No. 138, P. 3.

George W. Kyle, Artist, No. 132 Main Street.  Having Purchased of Mr. M. D. Bliss his Gallery in the City of Lynchburg.  I will continue the business at the old stand—where I will be pleased to see all in want of any thing in my line, such as Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Life-Size Photographs, Patent Leather Pictures, &c., Put  Up In The Best Style Of The Art.

Having an experience of ten years in the business I flatter myself to be able to give perfect satisfaction in every case, otherwise, no charge will be made.  I shall always keep on hand a general assortment of Cases, Plain and Fancy.  I have also on hand a large stock of Jewelry, such as Lockets, Breast Pins, Finger Rings, &c., suitable for Pictures, which I am determined to sell at reduced rates.  All in want of any thing in that line will find it to their interest to call before purchasing elsewhere.

Ladies and Gentlemen are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens, whether they wish pictures or not, were they find a pleasant place to pass away a leisure hour.

Deceased persons and invalids attended at their residences when desired.  G. W. Kyle, Artist.

Advertisement was recorded between three times between June 18 to 22, 1860.

1861 July 24.  Lynchburg Republican.  (Lynchburg, Virginia.)  July 24, 1861, Vol. 4, No. 150, P. 4.

Attention Soldiers And Southern Citizens Generally, Call Ay Kyle’s Southern Portrait Gallery, No. 132 Main Street, And Have Your Pictures Put Up By Southern Artists In the best style of the Art, or no charge made.

A general assortment of Ambrotype and Photographic [ ? ] just arrived, purchased in the Southern Confederacy.  All in want can now be supplied at [my] regular prices, although I have had to pay considerably higher for stock.  I have determined to work at former prices, and ask a [ ? ] of the patronage so liberally bestowed on [me] heretofore.  Geo. W. Kyle.

Kuhn, Frank

Ambrotypes, , , ,

1856                Rooms at the Odd Fellows’ Hall, Charles Town, Virginia.

1856                Address Unknown, Baltimore, Maryland.[1]

1856 September 6.  Spirit of Jefferson.  (Charles Town, Virginia.)  September 6, 1856, Vol. XIII, No. 31, P. 3.

Ambrotypes! Or Imperishable Pictures On Glass.  Hape & Kuhn, Ambrotypist Artist of Baltimore, would respectfully announce to the citizens of Charlestown, that they have taken rooms at the Odd Fellows’ Hall, where they are prepared to furnish in the highest style of the art, the now popular and incomparable Ambrotype.

These pictures are made on plate glass and protected by a coating of varnish on both sides, rendering them impervious to the action of water or acids of any kind.  They do not reverse the subject, but represent everything in its true position; and being without the glare of the Daguerreotype, may be seen in any light.  The Ambrotype possesses many beauties not discernable in the Daguerreotype.

Call and examine specimens and see for yourselves.            

Advertisement ran from September 6 to 20, 1856.

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

Knowlton, Willis

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

1857-1860       Corner of Main and Federal Streets, Greenfield, Massachusetts.

1859                Address Unknown, Athol Depot, Massachusetts.

1860                Address Unknown, Greenfield, Massachusetts.[1]

1860                2 Main Street, Greenfield, Massachusetts.

N. D.-1866      Address Unknown, Elmira, New York.

1858 May 10.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  May 10, 1858, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3479, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 9, P. 3. 

Having disposed of my business as Daguerrean Artist and Photographer, to Mr. Willis Knowlton, who has been connected with me for the past year, I take great pleasure in recommending him to my numerous patrons, and in assuring them that they will find him prompt, courteous and skillful, and thoroughly acquainted with the business in all its parts.  E. C. Ely.

Advertisement ran from May 10 to 24, 1858.

1858 May 10.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  May 10, 1858, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3479, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 9, P. 3.

Having disposed of my business as Daguerrean Artist and Photographer, To Mr. Willis Knowlton, who has been connected with me for the past year, I take great pleasure in recommending him to my numerous patrons, and in assuring them that they will find him prompt, courteous and skillful, and thoroughly acquainted with the business in all its parts.  E. C. Ely.

Advertisement ran from May 10 to 24, 1858.

1858 May 17.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  May 17, 1858, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3480, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 10, P. 3.

Married.  In this town, May 15, at St. James’ Church, by Rev. Mr. Flint, Willis Knowlton to Mrs. Mary H. Holton.

1858 May 17.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  May 17, 1858, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3480, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 10, P. 3.

Something New.  The subscriber has purchased Ely’s Photographic Gallery and new christened it the Franklin Photographic Gallery, corner of Main and Federal streets, Greenfield, Mass.

Sphereotypes, patented by Bisby & Day, Columbus, Ohio.  They can be obtained (only) of the subscriber, who has the patent right for the county of Franklin.

Melainotypes, patented by Hamilton L. Smith, Gambler, Ohio.  For setting in lockets, pins, seals, &c., it has no equal.

Photographs, taken on paper or canvas, plain or colored.  Oil, water or dry colors.

Patent Ambrotypes, put up in the most durable style and at prices that will not fail to suit the most economical.

Daguerreotypes, taken as usual at the old stand over Thayer’s Clothing Store.

Sick or deceased persons attended at private residences.

Instruction given in the art on reasonable terms.

The public generally and the ladies particularly are requested to examine my circular and learn from it the superior advantages this gallery possesses and the new style of pictures I am prepared to furnish.  Willis Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from May 17, 1858 to January 31, 1859.

1858 June 28.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  June 28, 1858, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3486, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 16, P. 3.

Patent Ambrotypes And Patent Sphereotypes Are the only durable pictures made upon glass.  They can be obtained of Knowlton at the Franklin Photographic Gallery only, as he has the patent rights for Franklin County.  He puts up the best picture for the least money and warrants them.  Photographs made as usual.  Call at his rooms over A. T. Thayer’s Clothing Store and examine specimens.  Willis Knowlton.

N. B.—Beware of imitations.

Advertisement ran from June 28, 1858 to January 3, 1859.

1859 February 7.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  February 7, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3518, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 48, P. 3.

N. B.  The undersigned have formed a copartnership under the name and firm of Popkins & Knowlton, for the purpose of carrying on the Photographic business in its several departments.  The patronage of the public is respectfully solicited.  B. F. Popkins, Willis Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from February 7 to 21, 1859.

1859 February 7.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  February 7, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3518, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 48, P. 3.

Popkins Again in the Field!!  B. F. Popkins has returned from the South and associated himself with Mr. Willia Knowlton, at the Gallery corner of Main and Federal streets, where he will be happy to see all his old friends and the public generally,—especially those who desire Superior Likenesses, either by the Ambrotype, Photograph, Daguerreotype, or any other style known in Photography.

All work executed at this establishment will be done in the most artistic and perfect manner, and warranted to give satisfaction.  Popkins & Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from February 7 to 21, 1859.

1859 April 25.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  April 25, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3529, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 7, P. 3.

Gems of Art.  The Colored Photographs produced at the Franklin Photographic Gallery by Popkins & Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from April 25 to May 9, 1859

1859 April 25.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  April 25, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3529, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 7, P. 3.

Frames, &c.  The undersigned have just received the most extensive assortment of Frames, Cases, &c., For Photographs, ever offered to the inhabitants of this county, to which they invite especial attention.

Prices to please all.  Popkins & Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from April 25 to May 2, 1859.

1859 July 4.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  July 4, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3539, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 17, P. 3.

Athol Depot.—Popkins & Knowlton of this town, have opened a Daguerrean establishment at Athol Depot.  As they are well known and superior artists, they cannot fail of receiving a large share of business.

1859 July 25.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  July 25, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3542, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 20, P. 3.

Photographs.—Popkins & Knowlton, who are noted for the excellency and life like appearance of their Photographs, Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes, have recently taken excellent Photograph likenesses of Rev. Dr. Chandler and Rev. P. C. Headley of this town and have printed large numbers of the same to meet the demand from the friends of these clergymen.  Of Dr. Chandler’s Photograph we understand that 150 copies have already been disposed of.  Mr. Lucis Nims took 100 copies to distribute among the friends of Dr. Chandler.  Messrs Popkins & Knowlton have also a room at Athol Depot and those of our readers in that vicinity who are in want of correct likenesses of themselves or friends will find that those of P. & K. surpass everything else in their line.

1859 October 24.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  October 24, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3555, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 33, P. 3.

Notice.  The Co-partnership heretofore existing under the name of Popkins & Knowlton, is dissolved, this day, by mutual consent.  All persons having claims against the firm are requested to present them, and all those indebted are respectfully solicited to make immediate payment.  B. F. Popkins, Willis Knowlton. 

Advertisement ran from October 24 to November 7, 1859.

1859 November 7.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  November 7, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3557, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 35, P. 3.

New Arrangements At the Franklin Photographic Gallery.—Photographs, Ambrotypes, &c. &c., cheaper and better than ever.

Photographs taken from any other pictures or from life and colored with water, oil or dry colors, by one of the best artists in Boston, with whom I have made arrangements to do my coloring, specimens of which may be seen at this gallery.

A new lot of Locket Cases, Frames, &c., just received.  All work done with dispatch and warranted to give entire satisfaction in all cases.  William Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from November 7, 1859 to January 16, 1860.

1860 January 2.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  January 2, 1860, Gazette—Vol. LXVIII, No. 3565, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 43, P. 1.

Business Directory of Greenfield Village for 1860.

Willis Knowlton, Daguerreotype, Ambrotype and Photograph Gallery, No. 2 Main street, up stairs.

B. F. Popkins, Daguerrean Rooms, Pierce’s Block, Main street, up stairs.

1860 January 23.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  January 23, 1860, Gazette—Vol. LXVIII, No. 3568, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 46, P. 2.

E. C. Ely and B. F. Popkins have purchased of Willis Knowlton, The Photographic Gallery, formerly owned by Mr. Ely, at the corner of Main and Federal Streets.  They have good reputations as artists.

1862 October 13.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  October 13, 1862, Gazette—Vol. LXXI, No. 3710, Courier—Vol. XXV, No. 32, P. 2.

Camp Miller…E. C. Ely has a daguerrean saloon upon the grounds, and Willis Knowlton one opposite the gate of the grounds.

1866 December 31.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  December 31, 1866, Gazette—Vol. 75, No. 3929, Courier—Vol. 29, No. 44, P. 2.

Willis Knowlton, formerly of this town, lost his Photograph Gallery in a fire at Elmira, N. Y., where he now resides, on the 23d.  His loss was $2,000; insured $1,000.

1867 January 14.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  January 14, 1867, Gazette—Vol. 75, No. 3931, Courier—Vol. 29, No. 46, P. 2.

Willis Knowlton, formerly on this town and Ashfield, writes us that he lost by the late fire at Elmira, N. Y., where he now resides, $8, 500, with only $1,000 insurance.  He lost in his daguerrean gallery $3, 500 and in photograph stock store he kept, $4, 700, together with many other things not connected with his business.   

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Knapp, Abiathar Hayden

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, , , ,

1855-1857       123 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.

1828 May 26.  Vital Records of Norton, Massachusetts.  P. 88.

Born Abiathar Hayden Knapp on May 26, 1826 to Sumner and Phebe Knapp.

1854 September 30.  Boston Cultivator.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  September 30, 1854, Vol. XVI, No. 39, P. 7.

Married…In Newton Centre, 12th inst., A. Hayden Knapp, Esq., of Boston, to Mrs. Louisa Grover, of N.

1855.  Lady’s Almanac.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  Vol. II,  P. 121.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  A. H. Knapp, 123 Wash. st.  Good light and best materials.  Particular attention to likenesses of children.  Satisfaction guaranteed.

1856.  Lady’s Almanac.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  Vol. 3, P. 121.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  A. H. Knapp, 123 Wash. st.  Good light and best materials.  Particular attention to likenesses of children.  Satisfaction guaranteed.

1856.  Lynn Directory.  (Lynn, Massachusetts.)  P. 21. 

Boston Advertisements.  Washington Street Ambrotype Gallery.  Briggs & Knapp’s New Gallery for Patent Ambrotypes & Photographs, of every size and description.

Daguerreotypes copied, and if desired, to the full size of life, upon paper or canvas, retaining the perfect likeness, and painted by first class Artists, making a most beautiful and desirable style of portraits.  Daguerreotypes as usual.

Ambrotypes in Lockets and Pins, Cases and Frames, of all descriptions.

Rights for sale, and instructions given in Cutting’s Patent Ambrotype and Mezzograph process.

123 Washington Street, Boston.  J. Briggs, A. H. Knapp.

Card—The subscriber having purchased one-half of the proprietor’s entire Right for Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes in the city of Boston, has associated himself with Mr. A. H. Knapp, a successful Artist, for the purpose of taking these beautiful and endearing pictures, In Glass.

The Ambrotype, being hermetically sealed between two plates of fine polished glass, (by a cement which not only secures, but gilds and beautifies the impression,) is proof against the action of water or acids, or the variations of climate in long sea voyages.  Hence they are named “Ambrotypes,” “immortal, imperishable.”  They can be taken from the size of full life to the smallest miniature, and in one-quarter of the time of the Daguerreotype.  They are not reversed, and can be seen in any light as plainly as an engraving; hence are very suitable for pins, Lockets, and large Frames, as well as Cases.

The extreme popularity of the Ambrotype has given rise to much imposition.  Counterfeits upon single glass, covered with black varnish, are often sold for Ambrotypes.  None are genuine without the patent stamp.  The public are invited to call and examine specimens.  J. Briggs.

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

Boston Business Directory…

Patent Ambrotype Gallery, Only One On The Street.  Briggs & Knapp, (Cutting’s Patent) 123 Washg’n.

Advertisement ran from February 21, 1856 to January 26, 1857.

1856 March 15.  Cape Anne Light and Gloucester Telegraph.  (Gloucester, Massachusetts.)  March 15, 1856, Vol XXX, No. 11, P. 3.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  The only place in Washington Street where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained, is at Briggs & Knapp, 123.

Advertisement ran from March 15 to April 12, 1856.

1856 March 20.  Dover Enquirer.  (Dover, New Hampshire.)  March 20, 1856, Vol. XXIX, No. 43, P. 3

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  The only place in Washington Street where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained, is at Briggs & Knapp, 123.

Advertisement ran from March 20 to April 17, 1856.

1856 March 22.  New Hampshire Statesman.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  March 22, 1856, Vol. XXXV, No.1815, P. 3.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  The only place in Washington Street where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained, is at Briggs & Knapp, 123.

Advertisement ran from March 22 to April 26, 1856.

1856 March 26.  The Middlebury Register.  (Middlebury, Vermont.)  March 26, 1856, Vol.  XX, No. 49, P. 3.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  The only place in Washington Street where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained, is at Briggs & Knapp, 123.

Advertisement ran from March 10 to June 14, 1856.

1856 March 27.  Rockland Gazette.  (Rockland, Maine.)  March 27, 1856, Vol. 11, No. 13, P. 3.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  The only place in Washington Street where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained, is at Briggs & Knapp, 123.

Advertisement ran from March 27 to April 17, 1856.

1856 May 10.  Vermont Phoenix.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  May 10, 1856, New Series—Vol.  2, No. 19, P. 4.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  The only place in Washington Street where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained, is at Briggs & Knapp, 123.

Advertisement ran from May 10 to June 14, 1856.

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

Boston Business Directory.  Under Patent Ambrotype Gallery.  Only One On The Street.

Briggs & Knapp (Cutting’s Patent) ………..123 Washington Street.

1857 July 11.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  July 11, 1857, No. 10,592, P. 2.

For Sale, The Patent Rights For an Entirely New Light, which has the following characteristics:—

1st.  It cost less than one-fifth of any other practical artificial light.

2d.  It is a perfectly steady light, so that persons with dim or weak eyes can use it without unpleasant results.

3d.  It is capable of being adjusted to the nice lamps now in use.

4th.  It is never out of order.

5th.  There is nothing unpleasant about it.

6th.  It is perfectly safe.

All this is clear, palpable reality to the beholder; and believing that it must at once come into general use, and wishing to send it broadcast, we have adopted a simple plan and scale of disposing of the rights to the same by counties or States, in such a way that without risk all persons of fair capacity and industrious habits can be sure of replenishing their pockets, or of adding largely to an already ample treasury. 

The light may be seen in all its detail, at No. 1 Basement of Old State House.  A. H. Knapp & Co..

King, Horatio B.

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

1849                121 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1849                Hall over the Store of G. B. Atwood & Co., Taunton, Massachusetts.

1850                11 Main Street, Taunton, Massachusetts.1

1852-1853       Address Unknown, Taunton, Massachusetts.1

1855                Main Street, Taunton, Massachusetts.1

1856                11 Main Street, Taunton, Massachusetts.

1857-1859       10 Main Street, Taunton, Massachusetts.1

1860                Address Unknown, Taunton, Massachusetts.1

1860                Main Street.  First Door East of Harris & Brownell’s, Taunton, Massachusetts.

1861-1875       9 Union Block, Main Street, Taunton, Massachusetts.1

1876                Union Block, Taunton, Massachusetts.1

1849 October 4.  American Whig.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  October 4, 1849, Vol. XX, No. 40, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  “Secure the Shadow, ‘ere the Substance fades.”  The subscriber desires to inform the citizens of Taunton and vicinity that he has taken room for a limited time in the Hall over the Store of George B. Atwood & Co., for the purpose of executing Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Possessing every facility that the art affords, and from his long experience, he flatters himself to be able to satisfy all who may be wishing to secure likenesses of themselves or friends.  He would also inform the public that having a large instrument as well as a small one, those wishing pictures on the larger plates, Single or in Groups, have now an opportunity of securing at home, that for which if obtained, they have been obliged heretofore to visit larger places.

He has also with him a good variety of Frames, Cases, Lockets, &c., of every size and quality.  Here now is an opportunity for you to secure good pictures of any size, either in Cases, Frames, or Lockets, and at reasonable prices.

All who feel interested in this beautiful art, or who may be wishing to secure those invaluable mementoes of themselves or friends, are respectfully invited to visit these Rooms and examine specimens.  Entire satisfaction guaranteed in all circumstances.

N. B.—Having a superior light and every facility for the purpose, likenesses executed equally as well in cloudy as in fair weather.  H. B. King

Advertisement ran from October 4, 1849 to January 3, 1850.

1849 October 11.  Taunton Daily Gazette.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  October 11, 1849, Vol. 2, No. 105, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Pictures.—Mr. H. B. King has taken rooms in the building adjoining our office for the purpose of practicing the Daguerreotype art, and he promises to do the thing in the best style.  If you want a good picture call and see him.

1849 October 11.  Taunton Daily Gazette.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  October 11, 1849, Vol. 2, No. 105, P. 3. 

Daguerreotypes.  “Secure the Shadow, ‘ere the Substance fades.”  The subscriber desires to inform the citizens of Taunton and vicinity that he has taken room for a limited time in the Hall over the Store of G. B. Atwood & Co. For the purpose of executing Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Possessing every facility that the art affords, and from his long experience, he flatters himself to be able to satisfy all who may be wishing to secure likenesses of themselves or friends.  He would also inform the public that having a large instrument as well as a small one, those wishing pictures on the larger plates, single or in groups, have now an opportunity of securing at home, that for which if obtained, they have been obliged heretofore to visit larger places.

He has also with him a good variety of Frames, Cases, Lockets, &c. Of every size and quality.  Here now is an opportunity for you to secure good pictures of any size, either in Cases, Frames, or Lockets, and at reasonable prices.

All who feel interested in this beautiful art, or who may be wishing to secure those invaluable mementoes of themselves or friends, are respectfully invited to visit these Rooms and examine specimens.  Entire satisfaction guaranteed in all circumstances.

N. B.—Having a superior light and every facility for the purpose, likenesses executed equally as well in cloudy as in fair weather.  H. B. King

Advertisement ran from October 11 to December 5, 1849.

1849 December 6.  Taunton Daily Gazette.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  December 6, 1849, Vol. 2, No. 152, P. 3. 

Daguerreotypes.  Rooms over the Store of G. B. Atwood & Co.  The undersigned desires to thank the people of Taunton and vicinity, for the liberal patronage they have bestowed upon him, and to say, that in order to produce the best possible results in the Photographic Art, that he has just completed a sky-light, and this in connection with his other light, gives him all the advantage possible to be obtained by a suitable arrangement of light and shade, especially in taking groups and large pictures.

Constantly on hand a good assortment of Frames, Lockets, Pins, Cases, of all sizes and every variety of styles, from the most plain to the most highly wrought and beautiful.

Having every facility for the purpose, and possessing such an excellent light, Pictures are executed in this Establishment equally as well in cloudy as in fair weather.

Prices as low as good pictures can be afforded, and fixed according to the size and style of the case, frame, &c.

Lovers of Photographic Art, as well as those who desire Miniatures, of themselves or friends, are requested to call at his Rooms and examine specimens.  H. B. King.

Advertisement ran from December 6, 1849 to January 4, 1850.

1850 January 3.  American Whig.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  January 3, 1850, Vol. XXIX, No. 1, P. 3.

H. B. King’s Daguerreotype Rooms, No. 11, Main Street, Taunton.  The very best Likenesses taken in any weather and neatly set in Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from January 3 to April 25, 1850.

1850 January 5.  Taunton Daily Gazette.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  January 5, 1850, Vol. 2, No. 177, P. 3. 

H. B. King’s Daguerreotype Rooms, No. 11 Main street, Taunton.  Attention is invited to the distinct, lively and life-like expression of the eye, to the faithful likenesses, as well as the beauty of finish, and artistical skill and taste, which his pictures exhibit.  A graceful and easy attitude is always studied.  All Miniatures, taken at this establishment will be finished in the highest perfection of the art, and warranted not to fade by exposure to the light or air.  The light by which pictures are executed in this establishment, is superior to any in this vicinity.  Prices as low as good pictures can be afforded.  Entire satisfaction guaranteed in all circumstances.

Advertisement ran from January 5 to August 7, 1850.

1850 January 5.  The Taunton Democrat.    (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  January 5, 1850, Old Series Vol. XIX, No. 1, New Series Vol. II, No. 20, P. 3.

H. B. King’s Daguerreotype Rooms, No. 11 Main street, Taunton.  Attention is invited to the distinct, lively and life-like expression of the eye, to the faithful likenesses, as well as the beauty of finish, and artistical skill and taste, which his pictures exhibit.  A graceful and easy attitude is always studied.  All Miniatures, taken at this establishment will be finished in the highest perfection of the art, and warranted not to fade by exposure to the light or air.  The light by which pictures are executed in this establishment, is superior to any in this vicinity.  Prices as low as good pictures can be afforded.  Entire satisfaction guaranteed in all circumstances.

Advertisement ran from January 5 to

1850 February 27.  Taunton Daily Gazette.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  February 27, 1850, Vol. 2, No. 222, P. 2. 

Daguerreotypes.—We take pleasure in calling attention to the Card of Mr. H. B. King in our columns.  Persons desiring pictures in the best style, will not to better than to call at his Daguerrean Rooms, over G. B. Atwood’s, Main Street.

1850 June 7.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  June 7, 1850, Old Series—Vol. XIX, No. 23, New Series—Vol. II, No. 42, P. 3.

Married.  In Bridgewater, 27th ult., Mr. Horatio B. King, of Raynham, and Miss Ellen A. P. Fobes, of B.

1850 August 8.  Taunton Gazette.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  August 8, 1850, Vol. 3, No. 49, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes, Rooms No. 11, Main Street, Taunton.  The subscriber begs leave to invite the attention of the public to his superior Daguerreotype Portraits, which are executed in the most improved style of the art, on Plates of the finest quality, and as true to life as a simple reflection in a looking glass.  The subscriber, after making the Daguerreotypist’s art his study during a long course of experience, does not hesitate to warrant entire satisfaction in his line of business.  He would also state, that the Light by which pictures are taken in this establishment, is superior to any in this vicinity.  Copies taken from Paintings, Drawings, Engravings, &c.

For sale, a good assortment of Gold Lockets, Pins, Rings, and Bracelets, made expressly for Daguerreotypes, at the lowest prices.

A liberal discount will be made to Families, where several pictures are wanted.

Instructions given in the art, and apparatus furnished on the most liberal terms.  H. B. King.                                                                                         

Advertisement ran from August 8 to December 31, 1850.

1850 August 9.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  August 9, 1850, Old Series—Vol. XIX, No. 32, New Series—Vol. II, No. 51, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes, Rooms No. 11, Main Street, Taunton.  The subscriber begs leave to invite the attention of the public to his superior Daguerreotype Portraits, which are executed in the most improved style of the art, on Plates of the finest quality, and as true to life as a simple reflection in a looking glass.  The subscriber, after making the Daguerreotypist’s art his study during a long course of experience, does not hesitate to warrant entire satisfaction in his line of business.  He would also state, that the Light by which pictures are taken in this establishment, is superior to any in this vicinity.  Copies taken from Paintings, Drawings, Engravings, &c.

For sale, a good assortment of Gold Lockets, Pins, Rings, and Bracelets, made expressly for Daguerreotypes, at the lowest prices.

A liberal discount will be made to Families, where several pictures are wanted.

Instructions given in the art, and apparatus furnished on the most liberal terms  H. B. King.

Advertisement ran from August 9, 1850 to January 10, 1851.  

1851 January 17.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  January 17, 1851, Old Series—Vol. XX, No. 3, New Series—Vol. III, No. 22, P. 3.

H. B. King’s Daguerreotype Room, No. 11, Main Street.  Likenesses executed in any weather, on the most reasonable terms.  Instructions given in the Art, and apparatus, &c. furnished.

Watch Cases, Spectacles, Spoons, &c., plated to any desired thickness, with pure Gold, or Silver.

Advertisement ran from January 17 to February 28, 1851.

1851 March 7.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  March 7, 1851, Old Series—Vol. XX, No. 10, New Series—Vol. III, No. 29, P. 3.

H. B. King’s Daguerreotype Room, No. 11, Main Street.  Likenesses executed in any weather, on the most reasonable terms. 

For Sale—One complete Daguerreotype Apparatus.  Instruction given if desired.

Advertisement ran from March 7 to June 6, 1851.

1851 March 7.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  March 7, 1851, Old Series—Vol. XX, No. 10, New Series—Vol. III, No. 29, P. 3.

H. B. King’s Daguerreotype Rooms, No. 11 Main Streer, Taunton.  Over G. T. Atwood’s Store.

You That have the beauty should to King’s take it,

You that have none should go and let him make it.

Best hours for operating between the hours of 9 A. M., and 4 P. M.

But come when you will,

A perfect likeness you’ll have

If you only sit still.

Advertisement ran from June 13 to August 1, 1851.

1851 August 8.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  August 8, 1851, Old Series—Vol. XX, No. 32, New Series—Vol. III, No. 51, P. 3.

H. B. King’s Daguerreotype Rooms.  No. 11 Main Street.  Likenesses taken in any weather, and perfect satisfaction guaranteed.

P. S.—Also, Gold and Silver Plating done in the neatest manner.

Advertisement ran from August 8, 1851 to January 9, 1852.

1851 December 5.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  December 5, 1851, Old Series—Vol. XX, No. 49, New Series—Vol. IV, No. 15, P. 3.

Christmas and New Year’s Presents.  The most beautiful and best Christmas or New Year’s Gift to be had in this or any other place, may be found at H. B. King’s Daguerrean Gallery, consisting of a variety of beautiful Miniature Settings, of the following styles, viz.:—

The Chinese Case, beautifully ornamented with Gold and inlaid with Pearl.  Also, Jenny Lind Case, a beautiful article, covered with velvet, and ornamented with Gold and Silver, with Enamelled [sic.] Steel Locks; Ladies French Case, a most beautiful and delicate article; Shell Case, bound with Ivory, the French embossed Case, with a great variety of other styles, including Lockets, Pins, &c.

Call and see for yourself, remembering a Good Daguerreotype, if not the cheapest, is decidedly the best Present one can make to a friend.

Advertisement ran from December 5, 1851 to January 9, 1852.

1852 February 27.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  February 27, 1852, Old Series—Vol. XXI, No. 9, New Series—Vol. IV, No. 27, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Don’t Delay, For “Procrastination Is The Thief Of Time.”  The Daguerrean Artist extends an invitation to all, both young and homely, to pay him a visit immediately, and procure a Perfect Likeness of themselves.

By the way H. B. King has just received a large assortment of Cases Of All Sizes And Styles.

Also, a great variety of Gold Lockets, from the size of a Watch to that of a three cent piece.

Don’t Forget The Place.  No 11 Main Street, Taunton.

Advertisement ran from February 27 to December 3, 1852.

1852 October 1.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  October 1, 1852, Old Series—Vol. XXI, No. 40, New Series—Vol. V, No. 6, P. 3.

Lockets And Daguerreotypes.  Just received and for sale a large assortment of Gold Lockets of all sizes.  Likenesses taken and set in the same.  In the nertes [sic.] manner at No. 11 Main Street.

Advertisement ran from October 1 to December 17, 1852.

1853 January 14.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  January 14, 1853, Old Series—Vol. XXII, No. 2, New Series—Vol. V, No. 24, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  H. B. King’s Daguerrean Gallery, No. 11 Main Street, Taunton.  Miniatures of every size, from the largest whole Plate, to the smallest Locket, taken in any weather, in a superior style.

Prices reasonable, and within the reach of all; varying according to the size and style of Case, Frame, &c.  The public are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens.

Advertisement ran from January 14 to June 24, 1853.

1853.  Facing The Light Historic American Portrait Daguerreotypes p. 197-199.

Attributes H. B. King (probably) was the Daguerreotypist from Taunton who made Daguerreotypes of Seth Eastman on Dighton Rock.

1853 July 1.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  July 1, 1853, Old Series—Vol. XXII, No. 26, New Series—Vol. V, No. 45, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  H. B. King’s Daguerrean Gallery, No. 11 Main Street, Taunton.  Miniatures of every size, from the largest whole Plate, to the smallest Locket, taken in any weather, which for boldness, durability, depth of tone and beauty of finish, are not surpassed, if equalled by any.

Just received a large assortment of Frames and Cases, of new and beautiful patterns.

‘Ere time and age their deeper lines impress,

Upon the lov’d and interesting face—

Or rosy tints fade from the youthful cheek,

True Likenesses of each most quickly seek.

While yet that lovely form encircles grace,

And life and vigor animates the face,

Secure the Picture ‘ere the form recede,

Lest vain regrets upon your future feed.

While health and vigor now adorn the face,

Let light its image on the face impress;—

Quickly for this apply to H. B. King,

And he will neatly do the very thing.

Advertisement ran from July 1, 1853 to February 24, 1854.

1853 July 14.  American Whig.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.) July 14, 1853, Vol. XXXII, No. 28, P. 2.

H. B. King has taken a Daguerreotype of the “Dighton Rock,” by order of government, and specimens may be seen at his rooms.

1854 March 3.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  March 3, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XXIII, No. 9, New Series—Vol. VI, No. 28, P. 2.

King’s Daguerreotypes.—Attention is called to the advertisement of H. B. King, Daguerrean Artist.  Mr. K., has recently enlarged and improved his Room, and fitted it up in a tasteful manner, for the better accommodation of his friends and the public.  Having also increased his stock and purchased new apparatus, for the purpose of facilitating his business, he is now enabled to furnish Pictures, with Frames and Cases of every variety, equal to any to be found in the Country, or even in the State and on the most reasonable terms.  In fact, no better Daguerreotypes than King’s can be produced.  Ladies and gentlemen, give him a call.

1854 March 3.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  March 3, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XXIII, No. 9, New Series—Vol. VI, No. 28, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Those in want of a good Daguerreotype cannot do better than call at the Old Stand, No. 11 Main Street, where pictures of every size, single or in groups will be furnished as low as Good Picture Can Be Afforded.  As it is not my end and aim to get up the poorest and cheapest pictures possible, no Half Price pictures will be taken here.  I am perfectly willing to leave that branch of the business to those that are not capable of doing any thing better.

A word to the wise is sufficient.

Constantly on hand as good an assortment of Cases, Frames, Lockets, &c., as can be found at any Daguerrean Establishment in the United States.  H. B. King.

Advertisement ran from March 3 to May 5, 1854.

1854 April 21.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  April 21, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XXIII, No. 16, New Series—Vol. VI, No. 35, P. 3.

Who wants a Good Daguerreotype!  I have just received a good assortment of Cases, manufactured expressly for me, and which cost more than double the price of the common Cases, which are made and sold at wholesale, yet I will furnish them with good Daguerreotypes, to any and all who may wish, at prices which will prove much cheaper in the end, than the common trash that may be obtained elsewhere.  H. B. King.

Advertisement ran from April 21 to May 5, 1854.

1854 September 1.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  September 1, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XXIII, No. 35, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 2, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—It will be seen by his advertisement that Mr. A. F. Hawes has opened a new Daguerreotype Saloon in Davenport & mason’s new Express Building, where he is prepared to execute work in a very superior manner.  He has fitted up a very elegant saloon, and all who call upon him, will, we think, find his establishment one everyway worthy of Patronage.

Our next-door neighbor—Mr. King, has also a few words to his old friends this week.  He is so well known to all, that he requires no recommendation from us.

1854 September 1.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  September 1, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XXIII, No. 35, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 2, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Notice.  The subscriber begs leave to tender his most sincere thanks to the public for their very liberal patronage in times past; also to invite their attention to his superior Daguerreotypes, which are not surpassed, if equalled, by any.  Having three superior German Cameras, manufactured by the best optician in the world, together with all the late improvements in the art, and nearly seven years constant practice, I am now daily producing Pictures, which I am willing to compare with the best taken in Boston, New York, Philadelphia, or any where else.  I would invite your attention to the clear, distinct and life-like expression of the eyes; also, to the soft, mellow tone and beauty of finish. 

I use only the purest Chemicals, the Best of Plates, and have nearly all my Cases manufactured expressly for me.

I will guarantee to all who may favor me with their patronage, perfect Pictures throughout—Pictures, which with the usual care, will last long after the originals have passed away.  Constantly on hand a good assortment of Lockets, Pins, Rings, Seals, &C.  For Daguerreotypes, which will be sold at the lowest prices.  H. B. King, No. 11 Main Street.

Advertisement ran from September 1 to November 17, 1854.

1854 November 10.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  November 10, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XXIII, No. 47, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 14, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Notice.  A New feature in the Daguerrean Art, the enamel background.  By this new chemical process Daguerreotypes are not only rendered more distinct and beautiful, but also, more permanent, as after they have passed through this process age or climate can have no effect upon them.  Old Daguerreotypes that are faded, spotted or corroded, or otherwise injured by age, can by this process be restored so as to look better than when first taken.  Miniatures taken after death in particular are very much improved by this process and rendered more pleasing.

H. B. King, No. 11 Main Street, is prepared to furnish perfect pictures with or without this improvement, only fifty cents extra will be charged for a picture with this background and the same trifling sum for restoring old or injured miniatures.

Daguerreans can learn this new branch of the Art in a few hours at a trifling cost by applying as above.

Advertisement ran from November 10, 1854 to March 9, 1855.

1854 November 24.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  November 24, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XXIII, No. 45, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 12, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.—Mr. Hawes, whose new Daguerrean Rooms, are in the Express Building, has a new advertisement this week, calling attention particularly to his facilities for taking pictures of children.  He is supplied with the best apparatus for the purpose.

Mr. King, also, who has long been so favorably known to his patrons and their friends, for his superior pictures, is prepared to produce “Stereoscopes” in the best style of the art.

1854 November 24.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  November 24, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XXIII, No. 45, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 12, P. 3.

Stereoscope Pictures.  H. B. King is prepared to furnish Stereoscope Pictures of every size, on the most reasonable terms.  The following notice of this improvement is from the Daguerrean Journal.

“The light and shade of the Daguerreotype seemed to be all that was necessary to produce a likeness, but the Stereoscope by its marvelous relief produces the entire image to our enrapture senses, with such perfection as to make us doubt our own eyes.  And in fact, ere long, this wonderful Improvement will take precedence of all other modes of viewing pictures.”  Call and see specimens at No. 11 Main Street.

Advertisement ran from November 24, 1854 to March 9, 1855.

1855 January 26.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  January 26, 1855, Old Series—Vol. XXIV, No. 4, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 23, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  H. B. King, No. 11 Main Street, having a more complete [set] of apparatus than any Daguerrean in the country, together with all the late improvements in the Art, is prepared to furnish superior Daguerreotypes of every size, at Short Notice and on the most reasonable terms.

Constantly on hand, a good assortment of Cases, Frames, Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c.

Advertisement ran from January 26 to July 6, 1855.

1855 June 15.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  June 15, 1855, Old Series—Vol. XXIV, No. 24, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 43, P. 3.

Life Id The Time.  Therefore delay not to secure one of H. B. King’s Superior Daguerreotypes, Rooms No. 11 Main Street, next door to A. J. Barker’s.

Advertisement ran from June 15 to July 6, 1855.

1855 August 17.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  August 17, 1855, Old Series—Vol. XXIV, No. 33, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 52, P. 3.

Crystalotypes.  The subscriber begs leave to inform his friends, and the public generally, that he is now prepared not only to furnish Daguerreotypes of every size and style, but also Whipple’s celebrated patent Crystalotypes in the highest perfection of the Art, and at the very lowest prices.  Daguerreotypes can be Crystalotyped, and the size increased to any size, even that of life if desired.  Persons desiring to send Miniatures away, would find them much more convenient than Daguerreotypes they being much lighter.

Just received a large assortment of Frames, Cases, Lockets, &c.  So come along, and get your Likeness, bring all the family and have theirs also.  H. B. King.

Advertisement ran from August 17 to October 12, 1855.

1855 October 4.  American Traveller.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 4, 1855, Vol. XVII, No. 39, P. 1.

Agricultural Fairs.  Reported For The Traveller.  Bristol County Agricultural Exhibition.  New Bedford, Sept. 26,  The annual Exhibition of the Bristol County Agricultural commences here to-day…

At Mechanics’ Hall are exhibited Domestic Manufactures and Fancy Articles.  A. B. (sic.) King of Taunton, exhibits some very good daguerreotypes; Charles E. Hawes of New Bedford, some good ones also, and some fine Photographs…

1855 October 4.  American Whig.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  October 4, 1855, Vol. XXXIV, No. 40, P. 1.

Premiums Awarded At The Bristol County Exhibition.  We Subjoin the following reports of Committees in addition to those published laws week…

H. B. King, Taunton, daguerreotypes, $4 ; Chas E. Hawes, New Bedford, do., 3.00; Dunshee & Co., New Bedford and Fall River, do., 2.

1855 October 5.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  October 5, 1855, Old Series—Vol. XXIV, No. 40, New Series—Vol. VIII, No. 7, P. 1.

Briston County Cattle Show.  We give a portion of the reports of Premiums awarded at the Cattle Show in New Bedford on Wednesday and Thursday…

Domestic Manufacturers and Fancy Articles…

H. B. King, Taunton, daguerreotypes, $4 ; Chas E. Hawes, New Bedford, do., 3.00; Dunshee & Co., New Bedford and Fall River, do., 2.

1855 October 5.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  October 5, 1855, Old Series—Vol. XXIV, No. 40, New Series—Vol. VIII, No. 7, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes On Glass.  Great Improvements on the Patent Ambrotype.  I am now prepared to furnish those new and beautiful Pictures of every size.  These pictures will not fade at sea or in any climate; they are bold, clear, and of beautiful tone, they can be seen in any light, and are taken almost instantly.  Pictures of all descriptions can be copied by this process at short notice.

Also, Daguerreotypes and Photographs, of every size and in the highest perfection of art.  Just received, a large assortment of Cases and Frames, Gold Lockets, &c.  H. B. King.

P. S.—I have just procured at an expense of $300, a double holo or extra large Camera, being more than twice as large as any ever before used in this place.  Those wishing large Pictures, Groups, or Photographs, will find it to their advantage to call, as I can get them up better and cheaper than any other establishment.  H. B. King.

Advertisement ran from October 5 to December 28, 1855.

1856 January 11.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  January 11, 1856, Old Series—Vol. XXV, No. 2, New Series—Vol. VIII, No. 21, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  H. B. King, No. 11 Main St., Is prepared to furnish every variety of Daguerreotype executed in the highest perfection of Art.  The common Daguerreotype taken on silver plate, when well executed, nothing yet discovered excels.  Daguerreotypes on Glass and hermetically sealed called Ambrotypes, are taken in one quarter of the time of Daguerreotypes, are also not reversed, are very beautiful, and can be seen in any light without glare, and will last for ages.  Also the Crystalotype Taken on Paper.  By this process a small Daguerreotype can be copied, and the size increased to that of Life if desired.  A better assortment of Frames, Cases, Lockets, &c., cannot be found in any other Daguerrean Establishment, and if you want a Good Likeness on Silver, Glass or Paper, depend upon it, this is the right place to get it.

Advertisement ran from January 11 to September 19, 1856.

1856 September 26.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  September 26, 1856, Old Series—Vol. XXV, No. 39, New Series—Vol. IX, No. 5, P. 3.

H. B. King’s Daguerreotype Gallery, No. 11 Main Street.  Pictures on Silver, Glass and Paper, in the highest perfection of the Art.

On hand a large assortment of Lockets, Frames Cases, &c.

Advertisement ran from September 26, 1856 to March 27, 1857.

1856 November 7.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  November 7, 1856, Old Series—Vol. XXV, No. 45, New Series—Vol. IX, No. 11, P. 3.

Ambrotypes.  Remember that the best double glass Ambrotypes are taken at H. B, King’s, No. 11 Main street.  Also, Ambrotypes for lockets, Pins, &c.

Something New—Pictures on Enamelled Iron; for durability, there is no question of their superiority; they will receive a fall without a fracture, and bend without injury.

Also, Pictures on Card-board, a capital thing for Portraits to be sent by mail, one dozen of medium size weighing less than an ounce.  Call and see specimens.

Advertisement ran from November 7, 1856 to January 23, 1857.

1856 December 11.  American Whig.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  December 11, 1856, Vol. 34, No. 50, P. 4.

Daguerreotypes.  H. B. King’s Daguerreotype Gallery, No. 11 Main St.  Pictures on Silver, Glass and Paper, in the highest perfection of the art.

On hand a large assortment of Gold Lockets, Frames, cases, &c.

1857 January 30.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  January 30, 1857, Old Series—Vol. XXVI, No. 5, New Series—Vol. IX, No. 22, P. 3.

Spanish or Foreign Quarters.  Spanish or Foreign Quarters taken at full value (25 cents) at H. B. King’s Daguerreotype Rooms, No. 10 Main Street.

Advertisement ran from January 30 to February 6, 1857.

1857 April 3.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  April 3, 1857, Old Series—Vol. XXVI, No. 14, New Series—Vol. IX, No. 31, P. 3.

H. B. King’s Daguerreotype Gallery, No. 11 Main Street.  Ambrotypes, On the most improved plan at H. B. King’s, sign of the big Camera, No 10 Main St.  Also, several new kinds of Pictures on Paper, Canvass, &c.   Please call and see specimens.

Advertisement ran from April 3 to November 13, 1857.

1857 October 23.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  October 23, 1857, Old Series—Vol. XXVI, No. 43, New Series—Vol. X, No. 9, P. 3.

Ambrotypes at Half Price, At H. B. Bing’s, [sic.] No. 10 Main St.  Rather than be idle these hard times, I will take Pictures at very low prices, until I have closed off the stock of Cases, Frames, &c., now on hand.  Those wishing good Likenesses, single or in groups, will do well to call soon, or they will lose the opportunity.

Gold Lockets, Pins, Chains, &c., at prices much less than they can be replaced, or manufactured.

N. B.—Children’s Miniatures at former prices.  H. B. King.

Advertisement ran from October 23 to November 13, 1857.

1857 October 30.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  October 30, 1857, Old Series—Vol. XXVI, No. 44, New Series—Vol. X, No. 10, P. 2.

Good Pictures At Half Price.—Owing to the hard times, and pressure in the money market, the “country Through,” Mr. H. B. King, No. 10 Main Street, will take Ambrotypes at reduced prices to close off his large and well selected stock of Frames, Cases, &c.  All who  wish good pictures cheap, should give him a call soon.  He has a fine assortment of gold Lockets, Chains, Pins, &c., which will be offered lower than can be bought elsewhere, for cash.

1858 March 12.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  March 12, 1858, Old Series—Vol. XXVII, No. 11, New Series—Vol. X, No. 34, P. 3.

Photographs and Ambrotypes.  The subscriber is prepared to furnish Photographs, both plain and colored, in the highest perfection of the art.  Please call and see specimens at H. B. King’s, No. 10 Main St.  Sign of the big Camera.

Advertisement ran from March 12 to December 24, 1858.

1859 January 7.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  January 7, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 1, P. 3.

Photographs.  The subscriber having made arrangements with the best artist in the city for finishing his pictures in India Ink, Oil or Water Colors, is prepared to furnish pictures of every size, which for accuracy, durability or beauty of finish cannot be surpassed.

Landscapes, Views of Buildings, &c., taken at short notice, small or indistinct Pictures of Deceased Persons, enlarged to any size and Copied On Paper Or Canvas, and finished in Oil Colors, being the only way of obtaining correct likenesses from small imperfect pictures.  Persons having such pictures, and wishing them preserved, please bring the in before they are so faded and spotted as to be beyond reach of art to copy.

H. B. King, Sign Of The Big Camera, No. 10 Main St.

Advertisement ran from January 7 to February 11, 1859.

1859 February 18.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  February 18, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 7, P. 2.

Photographs And Daguerreotypes.—Our friend Mr. H. B. King, whose excellence in Photographic art is conceded by every one who knows anything of the matter, has lately been enlarging his phylacteries, and announces in his advertisement to-day improved means and increased facilities for serving the public in his line of business.  Of course everybody will pay a visit to the new rooms of Mr. K., where we suppose the smiling faces of that gentleman may be seen at all times, which fact alone at this day is not without some value.

1859 February 18.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  February 18, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 7, P. 3.

Photographs and Ambrotypes.  The subscriber would respectfully inform his patrons and the public generally, that he has recently Enlarged His Rooms, and added another large Sky Light, thus making them the best operating Rooms in the State.  He has also a Complete Set Of Apparatus, procured at great expense, and as there are but few in the business, who have constantly practiced the Art Of Picture Making so long as he has, he feels confident that he can Furnish Pictures Of Every Style, in the highest perfection of the Art, and at prices as low as good Pictures can be afforded. 

H. B. King, Sign of the big Camera—No. 10 Main St., Taunton.

N. B.—King’s is the only place in town where Photographs are made.

Advertisement ran from February 18 to November 18, 1859.

1859 September 17.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  September 17, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 37, P. 2.

Cattle Show.  First Day.—The Thirty-Seventh Annual Exhibition of the Bristol County Agricultural Society commenced in this town this morning upon the premises lately purchased by a committee of the Society, therefore known as the “Sproat Farm”…

Second Day.—The evening of Wednesday was chiefly devoted by the sight-seers to examining the display at the Town Hall…

The mechanical products of the County were quite large in number…H. B. King, photographs…

The following are the premiums awarded by the several committees…

Domestic Manufactures…

Miss H. A. Richmond, Taunton, 2 colored photographs, 5.00.

H. B. King, Taunton, 1 lot photographs, 3.00.

1859 October 7.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  October 7, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 40, P. 2.

Bridgewater Cattle Show.—The Annual Exhibition of the Plymouth County Agricultural Society commenced on Wednesday, at their grounds in the town of Bridgewater…

In one part of the grounds we observed a yoke of fat cattle owned by Wm. H. Gifford of Westgort; [sic.] while a fine collection of photographs from H. B. King of this town ornamented that part of the hall devoted to articles of this description…

1859 November 18.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  November 18, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 46, P. 3.

Photographs.  The subscriber begs leave to invite the attention of the public to his first-class Photographs.—Having a very superior Light, and a large and complete sett of apparatus, he is prepared to furnish Pictures of every style and size, from the smallest Locket Picture to Life Size, on canvas, in Oil Colors.

Copying in all its branches done in the Best Manner possible.  Persons having Daguerreotypes that are dull, indistinct or fading, will please bring them in and secure a good, distinct and permanent Photographs, before they are so faded as to be past the art of copying.

Stereoscope Pictures I am also prepared to furnish of every style, and will go out and take views of Landscapes, Buildings, &c.  Also, Families taken at their residences.  Call and see specimens of this style of Picture. 

Lockets.—A large stock selling Cheap.  Remember the place, H. B. King’s, Sign of the Big Camera, No. 10 Main Street.

Advertisement ran on November 18 & 24, 1859.

1859 November 28.  Lowell Daily Citizen and News.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  November 28, 1859, Vol. IX, No. 1099, P. 2.

Fire In Taunton.  A destructive conflagration occurred in Taunton yesterday morning which reduced to ashes one of the busiest sections of the town. The burnt district extends on the southerly side of Main street, from Weir street to Babbitt’s block.  The list of sufferers include two clothing stores, two book and drug stores, two hardware and furniture stores, three hat, boot and shoe stores, two jewelry stores, two printing offices, four saloons, two carpets and dry goods stored, one milliner’s shop, two paint shops, two daguerreotype establishments, one grocery, harness shop, coffin warehouse, fish market, insurance office, lawyer’s office, barber’s shop, dentist’s office, billiard saloon, and several tenements, involving an extensive loss to the owners and occupants.  The fire originated in a confectionary saloon on Main street, and was discovered about 3 o’clock Sunday morning.  Much time elapsed after the first alarm was given before the arrival of any adequate assistance, and no efforts were seasonably made to check the progress of the flames, which soon enveloped the entire building, and also communicated to Crandell’s block, on the corner of Main and Weir streets, which was totally destroyed.  The loss is stated at $150,000.

1859 November 28.  Lowell Daily Journal and Courier.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  November 28. 1859, Vol. XXIV. No. 5926, P. 2.

Large Fire In Taunton.  A destructive conflagration occurred in Taunton yesterday morning which reduced to ashes one of the busiest sections of the town.  The fire was first discovered about 3 o’clock A. M., in a confectionary saloon on Main street, and destroyed in its progress two clothing stores, two book and drug stores, two hardware and furniture stores, three hat, boot and shoe stores, two jewelry stores, two printing offices, four saloons, two carpets and dry goods stored, one milliner’s shop, two paint shops, two daguerreotype establishments, one grocery, harness shop, coffin warehouse, fish market, insurance office, lawyer’s office, barber’s shop, dentist’s office, billiard saloon, and several tenements.  The total amount of loss is about $150,000, and the insurance is reported to reach $86,000.

1859 December 1.  New Hampshire Journal of Agriculture.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  December 1, 1859, Vol. I, No. 52, P. 3.

Fire In Taunton, Mass.—A destructive conflagration occurred in Taunton, Sunday morning, which has reduced to ashes one of the one of the business sections of the country.  The burnt district extends on the southerly side of Main street from Weir street to Babbitt’s Block.  The list of sufferers include…two daguerreotype establishments,…

1859 December 2.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  December 2, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 48, P. 1.

[From the Daily Gazette Extra of Monday.]  Extensive Conflagration!  Thirteen Buildings Destroyed!  Loss Nearly $150,000…Mr. Read’s loss is $1200—no insurance.  Only one camera was saved from his rooms…

The building owned by George B. Atwood, and occupied by William Reed, Jr., & Co., grocers, on the first floor, and H. B. King, daguerrean on the second floor…Mr. King loses his stock and fixtures, valued at $2000.  Insured for $1000 in the Shawmut Co., Boston…

1859 December 6.  Portland Weekly Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  December6, 1859, Vol. 59, No. 49, P. 1.

A destructive fire occurred at Taunton, Mass on Sunday morning, which reduced to ashes one of the busiest portions of the town.  The burnt district extends on the Southerly side on Main street, from Weir street to Babbitt’s Block.  The list of sufferers include two clothing stores, two book and drug stores, two hardware and furniture stores, three hat, boot and shoe stores, two jewelry stores, two printing offices, four saloons, two carpet and dry good stores, one milliner’s shop, two paint shops, two Daguerreotype establishments[2], one grocery, harness shop, coffin warehouse, fish market, insurance office, lawyer’s office, barber shop, dentist’s office, billiard saloon, and several tenements—involving a loss of $150,000.  

1860 May 18.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  May 18, 1860, Vol. XXIX, No. 20, P. 3.

H. B. King Would inform his friends, and all who value a Good Likeness, that he now has the Finest Life-Size Camera In The United States, It having been made, at great expense, for the Patentee of the Ambrotype process, and as he has now the business, Mr. King has become the fortunate possessor, for a time at least.

Come and see what Splendid Likenesses It Will Make!

Pictures of any size taken and finished in India Ink, Oil or Water Colors.

Also, the smallest and dullest Miniatures copied into Photographs of any size, up to that of Life if desired, at Prices As Low As good work can be done.

Mr. King has for sale a Large Assortment of Plain and Colored Engravings, Lithographs for Grecian Painting, Stereoscopes and Stereoscopic Pictures, Gold Lockets, &c., &c.

Remember the place, Sign of the Big Camera, Opposite the Old Stand of Charles Babbitt.

Advertisement ran from May 18 to October 26, 1860.

1860 May 25.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  May 25, 1860, Vol. XXIX, No. 21, P. 3.

For Two Weeks Only!  Stereoscopes, And Stereoscopic Pictures!  The subscriber would call the attention of his friends and the public generally, to the fact that he has for sale for two weeks only, a large assortment of Stereoscopes and Stereoscopic Pictures, just received from New York, embracing views in all parts of the world, as well as scenes and incidents in real life.

Call And Examine!  Remember the place.  The Sigh Of The Big Camera, opposite the old stand of Charles Babbitt.  H. B. King.

Advertisement ran from May 25 & June 1, 1860.

1860 September 7.  Bristol County Republican.    (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  September 7, 1860, Vol. XXXVIII, New Series No. 1, P. 3.

Photographs!  H. B. King’s Photograph Rooms, First Door East of Harris & Brownell’s, Main st.  Photographs of every size taken from life or copied from old miniatures and finished in Indian Ink, Oil or Water Colors.

Advertisement ran from September 7 to October 19, 1860.

1860 October 5.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  October 5, 1860, Vol. XXIX, No. 40, P. 2.

Bristol County Agricultural Fair…H. B. King of Taunton, photographs and daguerreotypes.

1860 October 12.  Bristol County Republican.    (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  October 12, 1860, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 6, P. 1.

Domestic Manufacturers.  Premiums Awarded By The Bristol County Agricultural Society…

H. B. King, Taunton, types and shadows of the human family, (photographs,)  2.00.

1860 October 19.  Bristol County Republican.    (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  October 19, 1860, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 7, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes And Photographs.—Mr. H. B. King, not excelled by any other artist in New England has removed to his new saloon over Mr. A. J. Baker’s store.  Proverbially a very gentlemanly and accommodating artist, Mr. King will furnish most truthful and perfect likenesses of  “the human face divine,” from full size photographs to the most tiny medallion from, required by his numerous customers.

1860 October 26.  The Taunton Democrat.    (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  October 26, 1860, Vol. XXIX, No. 43, P. 2.

Photographs.—We take pleasure in calling public attention to the facilities afforded by Mr. H. B. King, for taking superior photographs, and other pictures.  His location is at the original stand occupied by him.  No. 9 Main street, up stairs.

1860 October 26.  The Taunton Democrat.    (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  October 26, 1860, Vol. XXIX, No. 43, P. 3.

Photographs.  H. B. King’s Photograph Rooms, No. 9 Main Street, Over A. J. Barker’s Bookstore.  Photographs of every size taken from life of copied from old miniatures and finished in India Ink, Oil or Water Colors.

Particular attention given to taking miniatures of aged or infirm persons at their residences.  Also to obtaining Landscapes, Views of buildings, &c., &c.

A very extensive assortment of Lockets, Cases and Frames, constantly on hand.

N. B.—Mr.  King has the most extensive and complete apparatus of an operator in the country.  The Public are invited to call and see for themselves.

Advertisement was recorded ten times between October 26, 1860 to June 11, 1861.

1861 July 26.  Bristol County Republican.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  July 26, 1861, Vol. 38, No. 47, P. 4. 

Photographs!  H. B. King’s Photograph Rooms, No. 9 Main Street, Over A. J. Barker’s Bookstore. 

Photographs of every size taken from life or copied from old miniatures and finished in India Ink, Oil or Water Colors.

Particular attention given to taking miniatures of aged or infirm persons at their residences.  Also to obtaining Landscapes, Views of buildings, &c., &c.

A very extensive assortment of Lockets, Cases and Frames, constantly on hand.

Superior facilities for copying and enlarging miniatures.

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

[2] One two daguerrean establishes are recorded in 1859 Horatio B. King and Paddock R. Read.