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Hopkins, Freedom D.

Ambrotypes, Photographs, , , , , ,

1856-1857       85 Elm Street, Merchants’ Exchange Building, Manchester, New Hampshire.

1859                335 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.

1859                Address Unknown, Lowell, Massachusetts.

1860                Carleton Block, Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.

1856 July 21.  Manchester Daily Mirror.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  July 21, 1856, Vol. X, No. 132, P. 3.

New Ambrotype Firm.  The Best Pictures!  At No. 85 Elm Street, Merchants’ Exchange Building, Directly over John A. Perry’s Mammoth Drug Store. 

Hopkins & Elwell Artists in Ambrotype, Produces better Pictures, with less delay than any other establishment in the State.  This statement they are prepared to prove to any one who is disposed to test their skill in picture making.  They know what they now say, and they can and will do what they advertise to do. They do not wish to speak disparagingly of other artists in Ambrotype, for many of them make good pictures, but, we do know that we can and do produce the best Ambrotype Pictures ever exhibited in New Hampshire, and as compared with these, Daguerreotypes are worthless.

The public are respectfully invited to examine specimens at the place above named.

F. D. Hopkins, C. K. Ellwell.

Advertisement ran from July 21 to August 13, 1856.

1856 July 24.  Manchester Daily Mirror.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  July 24, 1856, Vol. X, No. 135, P. 2.

New Ambrotype Rooms—Hopkins and Elwell, two enterprising and studious artists, are fitting up a splendid Picture Gallery in the south part of Merchants’ Exchange. Directly over the Drug Store of J. A. Perry, for taking a lasting likenesses of the “human face divine” in ambrotype.  For light and convenience we know not where a better locality could be found.  Their pictures in the show case at the entry-way and in their rooms, show what they can do.  From what we have seen, and we have examined their pictures closely, we think they take an excellent ambrotype, well-toned, life-like and clear.  We commend their advertisement in another column to particular notice.

1856 September 20.  Manchester Daily Mirror.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  September 20, 1856, Vol. XI, No. 34, P. 3.

Ambrotypes!   The Best Pictures!!  F. D. Hopkins. No. 85 Elm Street, South End Merchants’ Exchange, Will furnish his customers with a better picture, either Ambrotype, Daguerreotype, or Photograph, Than can be procured at any other establishment in the State.

He would call particular attention to his Specimens of Ambrotype!  Which for boldness and truthfulness of delineation, softness of tone and beauty of finish, Cannot Be Excelled!!

Having had long and successful experience in all branches of the Art, he flatters himself that he can Defy Competition. 

Ambrotypes Set In Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c. And Warranted to give Entire Satisfaction. 

No charge made for trial where a good picture is not obtained.

For further particulars please call at his Gallery. No. 85 Merchants’ Exchange.  F. D. Hopkins.

Advertisement ran from August 27 to  October 17, 1856.

1856 October 15.  Manchester Daily Mirror.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  October 15, 1856, Vol. XI, No. 52, P. 2 & 3.

New Hampshire State Fair, Premiums Awarded…

Pictures, Hair Work, &c.

N. Brow, Concord, Daguerreotypes and Ambrotypes, Dip.

F. D. Hopkins, Manchester, Improved Daguerreotype, Trans.

F. A. Brown, [Manchester], for Improved Ambrotypes, Med.

1856 November 19.  Manchester Daily Mirror.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  November 19, 1856, Vol. XI, No. 82, P. 3.

To the Ladies and Gentlemen! –Of—Manchester.  Having for the past three or four months listened to, and read in silence, the one thousand and one windy advertisements, and paid Editorial puffs, published and circulated by Daguerreotypists of the city—who have made numberless statements calculated to mislead those unacquainted with business, ad which they cannot prove, I deem it a duty due to myself and the public, to say a few words in regard to the subject in question.

The above named gentlemen (who dislike everything new because they find it difficult to keep up with the improvements of the time,) state that which they do not know to be a fact, that Ambrotypes are worthless, that they will “crack, spot, fade, peel off,” &c.

For the benefit of these ‘would be’ advisers and monopolists, I would say that I will, in presence of witnesses, subject any Ambrotype, made and finished by myself, to tests that will utterly spoil any Daguerreotype, and all without injuring the picture.  And furthermore, I will challenge any operator in the city, whether resident or imported for the occasion, whether a “finished workman” or unfinished, to produce a better picture, either as regards the fineness of chemical effect, delicacy of light and shade, or beauty of finish.

And now, Ladies and Gentlemen, since it has become the fashion, allow me to add my “one word of advice.” Never allow yourselves to be humbugged by Old Fogies; but let your own good sense be your guide both in the selection of pictures and artists.  I would further advise you to call at our gallery and examine our specimens of improved Ambrotypes, put them to any reasonable test, and then decide for yourselves.

I shall continue to devote myself exclusively to the Art.  Pictures executed in any desired, either Ambrotype, Daguerreotype, or Photograph, from the smallest miniature to the full plate, and warranted not to “Spot, fade, peel off,” or spoil in any way.  With ten thousand thanks for the very liberal patronage you have heretofore bestowed up on me, and many hopes for the continuance of the same, I will take my leave, hoping soon to have the pleasure of a personal interview.  Yours Truly, F. D. Hopkins.  85Elm Street, South End Merchants’ Exchange.

Advertisement ran from November 19 to 28, 1856.

1856 November 25.  Manchester Daily Mirror.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  November 25, 1856, Vol. XI, No. 87, P. 2.

It seems by the daily papers that Mr. Brown ad Mr. Hopkins are obliged to discuss the durability of their pictures—say nothing of merits, and Mr. French & Co. seem determined to patent the Greek language, but I would inform the public that at Goddard’s rooms, Smyth’s Block, they can get a picture either Ambrotype or Daguerreotype, that will speak for itself.  Call and see his 50c cases.

Advertisement ran from November 25 to December 5, 1856.

1857 January 20.  Manchester Daily Mirror.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  January 20, 1857, Vol. IX, No. 135, P. 3.

I am In Favor Of A Well Organized Military Companies Throughout The United States.  I shall ride Esq. Hutchings, Elevated Charger, dressed in a Field Officers Regimentals, at 12 O’clock, A. M., to-morrow, thro’ some of the Principal streets of Manchester.  On the occation (sic.) Mr. F. D. Hopkins, will take my Daguerreotype, one for the Hon. John B. Clarke, Editor of the Mirror, and one for the Hon. Joseph C. Abbott, Editor of the American, one for the Artist and one for myself.

This will give the citizens of Manchester, a double chance to see the man who is nominated for President on Horse back, and to call at the different offices and view the pictures.  Daniel Pratt, Jr. the Great American Traveller.

1857 March 14.  Manchester Daily Mirror.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  March 14, 1857, Vol. XII, No. 24, P. 2.

Take Notice.  The undersigned, Daguerreotypers of Manchester, will for the future charge from one to three dollars, according to size, for putting pictures in cases bought of Pedlers, so that they will cost at least twenty-five cents more than the same cases and pictures bought at any rooms in the City.  F. A. Brown, F. D. Hopkins, J. U. French & Co., R. A. Miller, A. H. Snow, J. Goddard.

Advertisement ran from March 14 to 17, 1857.

1850 May 7.    Lowell Daily Citizen and News.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  May 7, 1860, Vol. X, No. 1234, P. 2.

Fire Yesterday Noon.  About 1 o’clock, yesterday noon, smoke was seen issuing from an upper window in the rear of Carleton Block, on Merrimack street, and the alarm bell soon brought the fire department to the spot.  It took in a small room occupied by Mr. F. D. Hopkins, daguerreotypist, and contained his apparatus.  It is supposed to have been caused by the heat of the sun thrown by means of a powerful glass upon a quantity of saturated cotton.  It was extinguished with a few buckets of water.  The damage to Mr. Hopkins will not exceed $100.  The building was damaged by the burning of the window casing, &c., to the amount of $40 or $50.  Had the building got well on fire, our citizens would have seen the necessity of keeping the water pipes filled all the time.  The canals were drawn off, as they generally are on Sunday, and no water could be had excepting through the pipes.  Luckliy none was needed.

1850 May 11.   Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  May 11, 1860, Vol. XX, No. 27, P. 2.

A Slight Fire.  About 1 o’clock, P. M., on Sunday, fire was discovered in the fourth story of Carleton Block, issuing from the window in a room occupied by Mr. F. D. Hopkins for a laboratory, which is a part of his photograph and ambrotype establishment.  The alarm was given, and in a few moments the Fire Department was fully represented around the building, but its services were not required, as a few buckets of water extinguished the flames.  The supposition is that the fire was set by the rays of the sun operating, through the window glass and a mirror, upon a curtain.  Mr. Hopkins’ loss was about $100; the proprietors of Carleton Block do not lose more than $40 or $50 from the damages. 

Mr. Hopkings is a young artist of decided merit, and we regret that he met with this unpleasant draw-back.  His rooms, however, are now open, and he will be happy to receive the calls of those wanting photographs.

1850 June 1.   Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  June 1, 1860, Vol. XX, No. 30, P. 2.

It is an easy matter to send by mail a “counterfeit presentment” of one’s features; Hopkins in Carleton Block, makes a speaking likeness no larger than a letter-stamp…

Hope, George W.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, , , ,

1857-1858       76 & 80 Bowery, New York, New York.

1859                76 Bowery, New York, New York.

1857 April 17.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  April 17, 1857, Whole No. 7534, P. 7.

Gems of Art.—Barcalon [sic.] & Hope’s Photographs, ambrotypes and daguerreotypes, taken at 76 and 80 Bowery, are admired and sought for.  Call and see specimens.  Taken daily rain or shine.

1857 June 16.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  June 16, 1857, Whole No. 7594, P. 6.

To Daguerreans.—Wanted Immediately, A first class ambrotype artist.  Apply at Barcalow & Hope’s gallery 76 Bowery.

1858 January 29.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 29, 1857, Whole No. 7819, P. 3.

For Sale—To Artists—One Half The Interest in Barcelon & Hope’s two galleries, No. 76 and 80 Bowery, New York.  These galleries are well known, and are unsurpassed in all that appertains to first class rooms.  One [of] the partners, about retiring from the firm, will sell his half at a fair rate, which offers a good opportunity for a photographic, ambrotype, and daguerreotype artist to secure a first class business place.  For particulars apply personally of=r by letter, to G. W. Hope, 80 Bowery, New York.

Advertisement ran on January 29 & 30, 1858.

New York City Directories.  (New York, New York.)  published by John Fowler Trow.

1856—Not Listed.

1857—daguerrean—76 & 80 Bowery—h-102 Orchard.

1858—daguerrian—76 & 80 Bowery—h-61 East Broadway.

1859—ambrotypes—76 Bowery—h-N. J.

1860—Not Listed.

Holmes, William

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , ,

1852-1853       380 Eighth Avenue, New York, New York.

1854                357 & 360 Eighth Avenue, New York, New York.

1855-1857       357 Eighth Avenue, New York, New York.

1859-1873       387 Bowery, New York, New York.

1874-1886       824 Third Avenue, New York, New York.

1856 January 1.  Photographic and fine Arts Journal.  (New York, New York.)  January 1, 1856, Vol. IX, No. 1, P. 19.

In an article entitled the Photographic Galleries of America.  Number One, New York. The author visited 69 Galleries in New York City.

Holmes, 8th Avenue — Improvement I should think had been quite forgotten in this gallery. It is not too late, however to retrieve.

New York City Directories (New York, New York.) Publisher John Fowler Trow.[1]

1851—Not Listed.

1852—daguerreotypist—380 Eighth Ave—H-360 Eighth.

1853—daguerreotypist—380 Eighth Ave—H-360 Eighth.

1854—daguerreotypist—357 & 360 Eighth Ave—H-360 Eighth.

1855—daguerrian— H-357 Eighth Ave.

1856—daguerreotypes—357 Eighth Ave.

1857—daguerrean—H-357 Eighth Ave.

1858—Not Listed.

1859—daguerreotypes—387 Bowery.

1860—daguerreotypes—387 Bowery.

1861—ambrotypes—387 Bowery.

1862—photographer—387 Bowery.

1863—photographer—387 Bowery.

1864—photographer—387 Bowery.

1865—photographer—387 Bowery.

1866—Not Listed.

1867—photographs—387 Bowery.

1868—photographs—387 Bowery.

1869—photographs—H-387 Bowery.

1870—photographs—387 Bowery.

1871—photographs—387 Bowery.

1872—photographs—387 Bowery.

1873—photographs—387 Bowery—H-351 E. 78th.

1874—photographs—824 Third Ave.—H-351 E. 78th.

1875—photographer—H-351 E. 78th.

1876—photographs—824 Third Ave.—H-351 E. 78th.

1877—photographs—824 Third Ave.—H-351 E. 78th.

1878—photographer—H-351 E. 78th.

1879—Not Listed.

1880—photographs—824 Third Ave.—H-276 E. 78th.

1881—photographer—824 Third Ave.—H-351 E. 78th.

1882—photographer—824 Third Ave.—H-351 E. 78th.

1883—photographs—824 Third Ave.—H-351 E. 78th.

1884—photographs—824 Third Ave.—H-351 E. 78th.

1885—photographs—824 Third Ave.—H-351 E. 78th.

1886—photographer—824 Third Ave.—H-351 E. 78th.

1887—Not Listed.

[1] All directories are double dated. i.e. 1851/1852, only the first date is used because that is when the information was collected.

Holmes, Henry

Ambrotypes, , , ,

1855-1858       Rooms in the Museum Building, Troy, New York.

1858-1860       308 River Street, Troy, New York.[1]

1855 August 28.  The Troy Daily Times.  (Troy, New York.)  August 28, 1855, Vol. V, No. 56, P. 3.

Ambrotype Patented.  A New Style Of Picture Far exceeding in beauty and durability anything ever before made.  The exceeding fineness, depth of light and shade, and richness of tone, is wonderful.  They do not Reverse the Subject, but represent everything in its true position.  They are without the glare of a Daguerreotype, and hence may be seen in any view.  They will last for ages, unchanged, and possess the rare quality of Imperishability.

They are pronounced by competent judges to be the grandest achievement in the photographic art, having, a relief and clearness that is truly astonishing.  The Ambrotype must be seen to be appreciated, and are the only pictures on glass which are proof against the action of water, acids, climate, or atmosphere, and may be laid in water for months with perfect safety.  There are no pictures of this kind taken nearer than New York.  The subscribers are the only persons who have the right to use this invention, which will be seen by the following: 

Notice.—This is to certify that Messrs. Clark & Holmes have this day purchased the exclusive right for making Ambrotypes in the County of Rensselaer, State of New York.  Shaw, Clark & Co., Troy, August 8, 1855.

Citizens and Strangers are invited to call and examine specimens in this art; they are assured of polite attention, and if they wish, a superior picture.  Clark & Holmes, Museum Building, Successors to Wm. A. Tomlinson.

Advertisement ran from August 28 to December 21, 1855.

1855 August 29.  The Troy Daily Times.  (Troy, New York.)  August 29, 1855, Vol. V, No. 57, P. 2.

Ambrotype.—The ambrotype is the name applied to a new style of pictures recently patented by Mr. Cutting of Boston, and the patent right of which has been purchased by Messrs. Clark & Holmes, successors to Tomlinson, in the Museum building, for this county. The name ambrotype, we are informed takes its derivation from a Greek word “ambrotus or ambrotos” signifying everlasting, and was given to this style of picture to express the great durability of the picture.  These pictures are made on plate glass coated with Bromo Iodised Collodian and then hermetrically sealed to another piece of glass with balsam of fir, so that the picture must be absolutely unchangeable—a quality professed by no other photographic picture in the world. There can be no doubt that pure metallic silver, protected from moisture and atmospheric air, would retain its lustre for ages.  These pictures are a deposit of pure crystals of silver hermetrically sealed between two plates of glass.  In beauty and truthfulness, the pictures far exceed any other pictures made by photographic art.  The objects are seen in the natural position, not reversed as are the daguerreotypes.—They have none of the metallic glare of pictures made on silver plates, and are seen at any angle.  They never weary the eye, but their soft and mellow tones are always pleasing.  They are made of any size, from the smallest miniature to life size, with the same beauty and clearness.—They are therefor suitable for parlor ornaments, and when placed on a wall, are seen with equal ease, while at the same time they are far more beautiful than the finest steel plate engraving.

We believe that these pictures are destined to make an entire revolution in the photographic art.  This improvement seems a small thing, but when considered as the means of making objects of beauty or at least their perfect likeness imperishable, what is not the art worth?  Fac simile copies of important documents may be preserved to all time.  The true likenesses of all the good and great of the earth may be passed down to the latest times, and by innumerable copies distributed to the whole world.  Had Mr. Cutting’s Ambrotypes existed eighty years ago, we now might have had by our side the true speaking, almost living likenesses of Hancock, Franklin, Adams, Jefferson, and their fellow patriots of that day.  Let us lay aside the utility, and look at the beauty, and we must truly say that we cannot blame Mr. Cutting, even in these prohibitory times, if he looked on his pictures and thought of Ambrosia—the nectar of the Gods.

1855 September 18.  The Troy Daily Times.  (Troy, New York.)  September 18, 1855, Vol. V, No. 74, P. 2.

Rensselaer County Fair.—First Day.—

…Picture Galleries.  Conant’s[2] Picture Gallery was partially arranged, and promises a rich display.  Irving has a niche filled with Daguerreotypes, Phonotypes, Ambrotypes and several other types for aught we know.  A splendid assortment and variety, at any rate.  Clark & Holmes have a splendid gallery of Ambrotypes of great excellence and beauty.

1855 September 22.  The Troy Daily Times.  (Troy, New York.)  September 22, 1855, Vol. V, No. 78, P. 3.

Rensselaer County Agricultural Society—Fourteenth Annual Fair.  The Fair was opened at Lansingburgh…

Premiums Awarded…

Mechanical…Best specimen and variety oil paintings, A. J. Conant, Troy, 8 and diploma…

Best specimens Ambrotypes, Clark & Holmes, Troy, 3 and diploma.

Daguerreotypes, James Irving, Troy, 3 and diploma…

1855 December 22.  The Troy Daily Times.  (Troy, New York.)  December 22, 1855, Vol. V, No. 156, P. 3.

Ambrotypes.  The Ambrotype Is A Picture patented by Mr. Cutting, of Boston.  It was this new style of Picture that obtained the First Premium at the late Fair of the American Institute.  Persons wishing Ambrotypes can have them colored or not at the Museum Building, the only place where Cutting’s Patent Pictures are made in Troy.  It was the Pictures made at this establishment that obtained the First Premium at the late Renesselaer [sic.] County Fair.  All genuine Ambrotypes are stamped Patent, and made only by Clark & Holmes, Museum Building, Troy, N. Y.

Advertisement was recorded eight times between December 22, 1855 to April 12, 1856.

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

Holiday Gifts and Presents  Christmas is coming…

Daguerrean Artists. 

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

James Irving,…………Market Bank Building

Clark & Holmes………Museum Building

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

John Irving,…………..218 River

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

1856 May 1.  Washington County People’s Journal.  (Greenwich, New York.)  May 1, 1856, New Series—Vol. 3, No. 18, Whole No. 708, P. 3.

Ambrotypes.  Now there is something else.  Ambrotypes:  What are they!  It is a question solved by examining a few Specimens Made by those who own The Right For Rensselaer Co. 

It was this New Style of Pictures that obtained The First Premium at the Fair of the American Institute last Fall also at the Rensselaer County Fair.  They are acknowledged by competent judges to be the Plainest and Boldest Pictures in existence.  Much has been said in regard to coloring of Ambrotypes.

They can be colored as Highly as any Portrait.

All who wish this New Style of Picture can have them Colored or Plain, at the Museum Building the only place in Troy where Cutting’s Patent Pictures are made.  Clark & Holmes, Museum Building, Troy, N. Y.                    

Advertisement ran from May 1, 1856 to May 7, 1857.

1857 July 23.  Lansingburgh Democrat.  (Lansingburgh, New York.)  July 23, 1857, Vol. 21, No. 39, P. 2.

A Card.  Those who wish a good Ambrotype, would do well to call at Fitch’s Rooms.  Mr. Finch has made arrangements with Mr. Dewel formerly operator for Clark and Holmes to continue the business during his absence.

1857 December 25.  Essex County Republican.  (Keeseville, New York.)  December 25, 1857, Vol. 4, No. 3, P. 4.

Ambrotype Patented.  Clark & Holmes Daguerreotypists & Ambrotypist.  A New style of picture, far exceeding in beauty and durability anything ever before made.  The Exceeding Fineness, depth of light and shade, and richness of tone, is wonderful.—They do not reverse the subject, but represent everything in its true position.  They are without the glare of a Daguerreotype, and hence may be seen in any view.—They will last for ages, unchanged, and possess the rare quality of imperishability.

They are pronounced by competent judges to be the grandest achievement in the photographic art, Having a relief and clearness that is truly astonishing.  The Ambrotype must be seen to be appreciated and are the only pictures on glass which are proof against the action of water, acids, climate, or atmosphere; and may be laid in water for months with perfect safety.  These are the only pictures of this kind taken in Troy: the subscribers being the only persons in Rensselaer county who have the right to use this invention.

Citizens of Fort Edwards and vicinity are invited to call and examine specimens in this art; they are assured of polite attention, and, if they wish a superior picture. Clark & Holmes.  Museum Building, Troy, N. Y.   n. 20.  

Advertisement was recorded from December 20, 1857 to April 30, 1858.

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

[2] Alban Jasper Conant, (1821-1915) Portrait Painter & Archaeologist.

Hodges, John R.

Ambrotypes, Photographs, , , , ,

1855-1856       222 Main Street, Foster’s Building, Worcester, Massachusetts.

1855 October 6.  Worcester Transcript.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  October 6, 1855, Vol. 5, No. 228, Whole No. 1411, P. 3.

A Card To The Public.—The subscribers having disposed of their interest in the Ambrotype establishment in Foster’s Building, 222 Main st., to Messrs Ledoyt & Hodges, would cheerfully recommend them to our customers and the public generally, as gentlemen of merit and artistical skill, and are worthy of an extensive patronage.  Hathaway Brothers

L. & H. are now prepared to furnish the Ambrotype, Eezograph [sic.] or Crystalotype Pictures in the best style of the art.  Pictures copied from paintings, engravings, Daguerreotypes.  The public are invited to call and examine for themselves.  B. Ledoyt,  J. R. Hodges

Advertisement ran from October 6 to November 3, 1855.

1855 October 6. Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  October 6, 1855, Vol. X, No. 238, P. 3. 

New Advertisements.  A Card To The Public.—The subscribers having disposed of their interest in the Ambrotype establishment in Foster’s Building, 222 Main st., to Messrs. Ledoyt & Hodges, would cheerfully recommend them to our customers and the public generally, as gentlemen of merit and artistical skill, and are worthy of an extensive patronage.            Hathaway Brothers

L. & H. are now prepared to furnish the Ambrotype, Mezograph or Crystalotype Pictures in the best style of the art.  Pictures copied from paintings, engravings, Daguerreotypes.  The public are invited to call and examine for themselves.  B. Ledoyt,  J. R. Hodges

Advertisement ran from October 6, 1855 to January 12, 1856.

1855 November 7.  The Massachusetts Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  November 7, 1855, Vol. LXXXIV, No. 45, Whole No. 4369, P. 3. 

A Card To The Public.—The subscribers having disposed of their interest in the Ambrotype establishment in Foster’s Building, 222 Main st., to Messrs Ledoyt & Hodges, would cheerfully recommend them to our customers and the public generally, as gentlemen of merit and artistical skill, and are worthy of an extensive patronage.  Hathaway Brothers

L. & H. are now prepared to furnish the Ambrotype, Mezograph or Crystalotype Pictures in the best style of the art.  Pictures copied from paintings, engravings, Daguerreotypes.  The public are invited to call and examine for themselves.  B. Ledoyt,  J. R. Hodges

Hines, E. A.

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

C.1843-1853   Address and Location Unknown

1854                Rooms over the Post Office, Little Rock, Arkansas.

1854-1855       Rooms over the Store of E. Marcus, Little Rock, Arkansas,

1857-1858       Corner Main and Markham Streets, Little Rock, Arkansas.

1858                Markham Street, opposite State House, Little Rock, Arkansas.

1859-1860       Address Unknown, Little Rock, Arkansas.

1853 November 11.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  November 11, 1853, Gazette Vol. XXXIV, No. 48, Democrat Vol. VIII, No. 27, P. 2.

Daguerrean Artist.—Attention is called to the card of Mr. Hines, Daguerrean Artist, published in to-day’s paper.  Mr. H. can do what he professes to do.  If any one doubt it try him.

1853 November 11.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  November 11, 1853, Gazette Vol. XXXIV, No. 48, Democrat Vol. VIII, No. 27, P. 3.

E. A. Hines, Daguerrean Artist, Room (same formerly occupied by Mr. Kellogg), upstairs in Witt’s three story building, nearly opposite the Anthony House.  Likenesses taken from full size plates, down to the smallest locket, breast-pins, or ring.  Work done in a fine style.  Persons wishing to sit for a picture will not be charged unless the picture gives satisfaction.—Having a large instrument, of the best style, family groups can be taken with facility and at a cost but little more than a single picture.  Call and see specimens. 

Advertisement ran from November 11, 1853 to February 10, 1854.

1854 April 18.  The True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  April 18, 1854, Old Series Vol. XI, New Series Vol. II, No. 27, P. 3.

E. A. Hines, Daguerrean Artist, Would respectfully inform the citizens of Little Rock and the country generally, that he has fitted up rooms over the post office, with good light and other conveniences, which enable him to take pictures of the finest tone and most artistic taste.—He would further state, that having on hand a large supply of fine stock, of every variety, he is determined to take pictures at very reduced prices, compared with former rates.  Persons in the city or country feeling disposed to have pictures true to life and of beautiful finish will please call and examine for themselves.  Persons desiring miniatures in lockets and breast-pins can be supplied, as he keeps on hand an assortment of those articles adapted to such purposes. 

He pledges himself that no exertion shall be withheld to render entire satisfaction.

The best time for operating is from 8 o’clock in the morning till four in the evening.

Advertisement ran from April 18 to November 15, 1854.

1854 May 18.  Arkansas Whig.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  May 18, 1854, Vol. 3, No. 52, P. 4.

E. A. Hines, Daguerrean Artist, Would respectfully inform the citizens of Little Rock and the country generally, that he has fitted up rooms over the post office, with good light and other conveniences, which enable him to take pictures of the finest tone and most artistic taste.—He would further state, that having on hand a large supply of fine stock, of every variety, he is determined to take pictures at very reduced prices, compared with former rates.  Persons in the city or country feeling disposed to have pictures true to life and of beautiful finish will please call and examine for themselves.  Persons desiring miniatures in lockets and breast-pins can be supplied, as he keeps on hand an assortment of those articles adapted to such purposes. 

He pledges himself that no exertion shall be withheld to render entire satisfaction.

The best time for operating is from 8 o’clock in the morning till four in the evening.  April 18, 1854.

Advertisement ran from May 18, 1854 to May 24, 1855.

1854 November 8.  The True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  November 8, 1854, Old Series Vol. XII, New Series Vol. III, No. 4, P. 2.

Mr. Hines has removed to the room over Marcus’s clothing store on Markham street, where he has a fine sky-light, and is well prepared to take pictures in the most perfect manner.

1854 November 22.  The True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  November 22, 1854, Old Series Vol. XII, New Series Vol. III, No. 6, P. 3.

E. A. Hines, Daguerrean Artist, Would respectfully inform the citizens of Little Rock and the country generally, that he has fitted up rooms over the store of E. Marcus, near the Anthony House, with good sky-light and other conveniences, which enable him to take pictures of the finest tone and most artistic taste.

He would further state, that having on hand a large supply of fine stock, of every variety, he is determined to take pictures at very reduced prices, compared with former rates.  Persons in the city or country feeling disposed to have pictures true to life and of beautiful finish will please call and examine for themselves.  Persons desiring miniatures in lockets and breast-pins can be supplied, as he keeps on hand an assortment of those articles adapted to such purposes. 

He pledges himself that no exertion shall be withheld to render entire satisfaction.

The best time for operating is from 8 o’clock in the morning till four in the evening.

Advertisement ran from November 22, 1854 to July 10, 1855.

1857 October 10.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  October 10, 1857, Gazette Vol. XXXVIII, No. 35, Democrat Vol. XII, No. 14, P. 2.

See Advertisement of E. A. Hines.  It is important to those concerned.

1857 October 10.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  October 10, 1857, Gazette Vol. XXXVIII, No. 35, Democrat Vol. XII, No. 14, P. 3.

Important Notice—Daguerrean Apparatus and Pictures for Sale.  E. A. Hines, Being desirous to close out his business, notifies all persons indebted to him to call and make payment, as they may save trouble and expense thereby.

Hines has, in his possession, many pictures which he is anxious to deliver to their owners.  All concerned will please call on him.

Hines also offers for sale, at reasonable prices, a lot of Cameras and stock, sufficient to start three Daguerrean, Ambrotype and other picture galleries.

Hines also offers for sale, a valuable lot of Books and specimens Pictures—to be sold either singly or by the lot.  Little Rock, Oct 9, 1857.

1857 October 17.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  October 17, 1857, Gazette Vol. XXXVIII, No. 36, Democrat Vol. XII, No. 15, P. 3.

E A. Hines, Artist, Has re-opened his gallery on the corner of Main and Markham streets, over Hezekiah’s Clothing Store, where he is prepared, with the latest improvements, to take Daguerreotypes, Melainotypes, Ambrotypes, And all styles of pictures, in the most improved and artistic manner.

Citizens and strangers will consult their own interests in visiting his Gallery, and procuring the best style of Pictures.  Satisfaction given in all cases, and charges reasonable.

Remember Hines’ Gallery, on the corner of Main and Markham streets, over Hezekiah’s Clothing Store, Little Rock.

Artists furnished with all kinds of goods pertaining to the art at fair prices.  Little Rock.

Advertisement ran on October 20 to

1857 October 20.  Arkansas True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  October 20, 1857, Old Series Vol. XV, New Series Vol. VI, No. 2, P. 3.

E A. Hines, Artist, Has re-opened his gallery on the corner of Main and Markham streets, over Hezekiah’s Clothing Store, where he is prepared, with the latest improvements, to take Daguerreotypes, Melainotypes, Ambrotypes, And all styles of pictures, in the most improved and artistic manner.

Citizens and strangers will consult their own interests in visiting his Gallery, and procuring the best style of Pictures.  Satisfaction given in all cases, and charges reasonable.

Remember Hines’ Gallery, on the corner of Main and Markham streets, over Hezekiah’s Clothing Store, Little Rock.

Artists furnished with all kinds of goods pertaining to the art at fair prices.  Little Rock.

Advertisement ran on October 20 to August 18, 1858.

1858 August 25.  Arkansas True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  August 25, 1858, Vol. 15, No. 46, P. 3.

Pictures!  Cheap Pictures!  E. A. Hines, Artist, Has removed his Picture Establishment from the corner of Main and Markham streets to the fine and capacious building opposite the State House, Known as the State Bank, having procured in this commodious building suitable rooms, affording a splendid light, and having the very best Instruments the market can afford, and also having some fifteen years experience in the business is prepared to give entire satisfaction in the Art of Photography in all its very branches—pictures on Glass, Leather, Paper, Melainotype and many other styles, too numerous to mention.  Citizens and strangers who may want any of the above named pictures shall receive his best efforts to please them in his profession.  At the very reduced prices at which he is now selling pictures, persons can not complain or neglect to get their pretty faces taken for want of money, for it is next to that of getting pictures without money and without price.

Remember Hines’ Gallery, on Markham street, opposite the State House, in the State Bank.

Instructions given in the Art.

Advertisement ran from August 25 to September 15, 1858.

1858 August 28.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  August 28, 1858, Gazette Vol. XXXIX, No. 19, Democrat Vol. XIII, No. 8, P. 3

Pictures!  Cheap Pictures!  E. A. Hines, Artist, Has removed his Picture Establishment from the corner of Main and Markham streets to the fine and capacious building opposite the State House, Known as the State Bank, having procured in this commodious building suitable rooms, affording a splendid light, and having the very best Instruments the market can afford, and also having some fifteen years experience in the business is prepared to give entire satisfaction in the Art of Photography in all its very branches—pictures on Glass, Leather, Paper, Melainotype and many other styles, too numerous to mention.  Citizens and strangers who may want any of the above named pictures shall receive his best efforts to please them in his profession.  At the very reduced prices at which he is now selling pictures, persons can not complain or neglect to get their pretty faces taken for want of money, for it is next to that of getting pictures without money and without price.

Remember Hines’ Gallery, on Markham street, opposite the State House, in the State Bank.

Instructions given in the Art.

Advertisement ran from August 28 to October 9, 1858.

1858 September 4.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  September 4, 1858, Gazette Vol. XXXIX, No. 20, Democrat Vol. XIII, No. 9, P. 2.

Hines has removed his portrait Gallery to the old State Bank building.  See adv’t.

1858 September 15.  Arkansas True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  September 15, 1858, Vol. 15, No. 49, P. 3.

Ambrotypes For One Dollar!  E. A. Hines, Artist, Has removed his Picture Establishment from the corner of Main and Markham streets to the fine and capacious building opposite the State House, Known as the State Bank, having procured in this commodious building suitable rooms, affording a splendid light, and having the very best Instruments the market can afford, and also having some fifteen years experience in the business is prepared to give entire satisfaction in the Art of Photography in all its very branches—pictures on Glass, Leather, Paper, Melainotype and many other styles, too numerous to mention.  Citizens and strangers who may want any of the above named pictures shall receive his best efforts to please them in his profession.  At the very reduced prices at which he is now selling pictures, persons can not complain or neglect to get their pretty faces taken for want of money, for it is next to that of getting pictures without money and without price.

Remember Hines’ Gallery, on Markham street, opposite the State House, in the State Bank.

Instructions given in the Art.

Advertisement ran from September 15 to October 6, 1858.

1858 October 9.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  October 9, 1858, Gazette Vol. XXXIX, No. 35, Democrat Vol. XIII, No. 14, P. 2.

Pictures.—Persons desiring good pictures are referred to Hines’ advertisement in another column.  Call and see him.

1858 October 9.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  October 9, 1858, Gazette Vol. XXXIX, No. 35, Democrat Vol. XIII, No. 14, P. 3.

Megascopic Portraits, Life Size.  E. A. Hines, Artist, Returns thanks to his friends and the public generally for the liberal patronage heretofore extended to him, and would inform them that he has removed from the corner of Main and Markham streets, to the State Bank, opposite the State House.

Having obtained in this commodious building Rooms far more suitable, in every way, than those he occupied before, with a superior light and other facilities, is prepared, having every variety of instruments, to take all kinds of Pictures in the Art.  He would further state that he is now ready, with a large Solar Camera to take Magnified Copies up to Lifesize Portraits of small Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypes of any deceased persons or others, thereby furnishing with a large Portrait that may be framed which will be durable for any length of time.  He also takes Pictures on Leather, paper, Iron, Silver, Gold, Plantinum and others to numerous to mention.  Prices adapted to every emergency.  Photographs on Paper convenient for those who wish to send Pictures to their numerous friends, beautifully taken for three and five dollars per dozen.  Citizens and strangers who want any thing in the Picture line will do well to call and examine.  Remember E. A. Hines, opposite the State House in the State Bank.

Instructions given in the Art in all its branches. 

Advertisement ran from October 9, 1858 to April 16, 1859.

1858 October 20.  Arkansas True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  October 20, 1858, Vol. 16, No. 2, P. 3.

Megascopic Portraits, Life Size.  E. A. Hines, Artist, Returns thanks to his friends and the public generally for the liberal patronage heretofore extended to him, and would inform them that he has removed from the corner of Main and Markham streets, to the State Bank, opposite the State House.

Having obtained in this commodious building Rooms far more suitable, in every way, than those he occupied before, with a superior light and other facilities, is prepared, having every variety of instruments, to take all kinds of Pictures in the Art.  He would further state that he is now ready, with a large Solar Camera to take Magnified Copies up to Lifesize Portraits of small Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypes of any deceased persons or others, thereby furnishing with a large Portrait that may be framed which will be durable for any length of time.  He also takes Pictures on Leather, paper, Iron, Silver, Gold, Plantinum and others to numerous to mention.  Prices adapted to every emergency.  Photographs on Paper convenient for those who wish to send Pictures to their numerous friends, beautifully taken for three and five dollars per dozen.  Citizens and strangers who want any thing in the Picture line will do well to call and examine.  Remember E. A. Hines, opposite the State House in the State Bank.

Instructions given in the Art in all its branches.  Oct. 13, 1858.  (missing issue).

Advertisement ran from October 20, 1858 to  May 18, 1859.

1858 November 6.  Weekly Arkansas Gazette.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  November 6, 1858, Gazette Vol. XXXIX, No. 39, Democrat Vol. XIII, No. 18, P. 2.

We have seen some of the pictures made at the “Sky-Light Gallery, corner Main and Markham streets, and must say that for depth of tone, correctness of expression, and for that nice gradation of light and shades that is the life and soul of a picture they are equal to any we have ever seen in large cities.

1859 November 23.  Arkansas True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  November 23, 1859, Vol. 17, No. 7, P. 2.

Photographic Portraits.—Those who have not visited Hines’ gallery lately, have a treat in store.  The full size portraits taken by his instruments and afterwards painted in oil are remarkable for their fidelity to the originals.  A cabinet portrait of Capt. Pike is as good a likeness as we ever saw anywhere or of any person.  Hines can take as good pictures as any artist in his line and work cheaply.   Go see his collection.

1859 December 1.  Arkansas True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  December 1, 1859, Vol. 16, No. 8, P. 2.

Photographs Colored in Oil.  We have, elsewhere, noticed the portraits by Mr. Jackson, the artist.

Mr. Hines, whose daguerrean gallery is so well known and whose skill is so universally acknowledged, is now taking life-size photographs, and has these colored in oil by Mr. Jackson, so as to combine the correctness of the photograph with the exquisite coloring of a true artist.  Several of our citizens have pictures of this kind taken that are absolutely startling from their resemblances to the original, and if the artist could but endow them with speech he would become a second Prometheus.

Those who desire to secure a likeness correct as to feature and color should secure one of these.  They excel anything we have ever seen or read of.  There is no hyperbole in this notice—if the reader thinks so, let him go judge for himself.  Besides these colored photographs, there are others, of prominent members of the General Assembly, of different sizes that are worth a visit to those who wish to see the perfection that can be arrived at.—Rooms, up stairs in the State Bank, opposite the capitol.

1860 May 12.  Arkansas True Democrat.  (Little Rock, Arkansas.)  May 12, 1860, Vol. 17, No. 22, P. 2.

Our Arkansas Gallery.—For a year or more we have been collecting pictures of places and prominent persons in Arkansas, and have succeeded in getting up quite a little gallery.  Among others, we are indebted to Mr. E. A. Hines, for an excellent likeness of Capt. Pike, and to Mr. Wm. Batt, the daguerrean artist for some views.  One is a view of the Woodruff building, another of the Ashley mansion in this city, and still another of the city of Napoleon in this State. 

Mr. Batt’s establishment is on Markham street, on the corner of the block above  the post-office, where he furnishes excellent ambrotypes for 25 and 50 cents.

Hine, Jeremiah M.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, , ,

1855                Waldo Block, Worcester, Massachusetts.

1856                Address Unknown, Worcester, Massachusetts.[1]

1857-1859       American House Block, Worcester, Massachusetts.1

1853 December 22.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  December 22, 1853, Vol. VII1, No. 402, P. 3.

Penmanship.  J. M. Hine’s Writing Academy Has been removed to Harrington Corner 4th story.  Room No. 17 in consequence of the former room not being large enough to accommodate the number of commodious quarters.

The proprietor of this Academy is prepared to teach Ladies and Children, and is about forming classes for their especial benefit.

Ladies and Misses—Tuesday and Thursday evenings.  Gentlemen—Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday evenings.

Terms–$[2] for course of 24 lessons, including lights and stationery.

1855 April 3.  Worcester Daily Journal.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  April 3, 1855, Vol. 1, No. 174, P. 4.

J. M. Hine’s 25 Cent Daguerreotypes, Waldo Block, (Rooms formerly occupied by M. S. Chapin.)  This popular establishment is favored with the best sky-light in the city, which enables us to furnish Daguerreotypes in the highest style and finish, the art is capable of producing.

Pictures taken at all hours of the day, and warranted to give satisfaction.

Mrs. Hine will be in attendance to wait on the Ladies.  Feb 22.

Advertisement was recorded between April 3 to May 7, 1855.

1855 October 23.  Worcester Daily Transcript.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  October 23, 1855, Vol. 5, No. 242, Whole No. 1425, P. 3.

Important, And Nevertheless True, that J. M. Hine’s Evening Writing School, at his Daguerreotype Rooms, Waldo Block, will be open for the reception of pupils, every evening during the week.  Penmanship is a branch of education which but very few can style themselves as good; how many there are that feel ashamed of their writing when corresponding with their friends, and say, Oh, that I was a good penman, and ending the letter by saying, if you cannot read it, send it back.  Mr. Hine has opened the above school for those wishing to improve their style of penmanship on the most reasonable terms.  Terms $2.00 for 24 Lessons, including light and stationery.—Hours, from 7 to 8, P. M.  No Class System; can commence any evening during the week.

1857 June 6.  Worcester Daily Transcript.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  June 6, 1857, Vol. 7, No. 203, Whole No. 1988, P. 3.

Something New!  Chinese Oriental Sighs!  Please call at Hine’s Ambrotype Rooms, and examine Specimens.

All orders promptly supplied.

Advertisement ran from July 6 to 11, 1857.

1857 July 7.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  July 7, 1857, Vol. XI1, No. 156, P. 3.

Wanted Immediately—8 or 10 energetic young men, to engage in a new and profitable business.  Men of energy can make $100 per month.  This is no humbug, but an honest, reliable business.  Apply immediately to Hine’s Ambrotype Rooms, American House Block.

1858 May 5.  The Massachusetts Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  May 5, 1855, Vol. LXXXVIII, No. 18, Whole No. 4772, P. 3. 

To The Public.  We, the undersigned, Daguerrean, Ambrotype, and Photographic Artists of the City of Worcester, feeling that the beautiful Art which we illustrate is becoming disreputable on account of the cheap caricatures called likenesses, which are now daily sold for the insignificant sum of ten or fifteen cents, and knowing that said cheap pictures are an imitation upon the public, and, wishing to be understood that we take no part in this flagrant humbug, we have this day entered into a mutual agreement to take no pictures after this dat for less than fifty cents each, and any one of us violating this agreement shall forfeit the respect and confidence of his brother Artists, and the community.

C. B. R. Claflin,          Angel & Coleman,

Wm. Hathaway,          J. M. Hine,

Tapley & Clark,          S. T. Field

1859 February 22.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  February 22, 1859, Vol. 14, No. 45, P. 3.

Special Notice.—J. M. Hine’s Evening Writing School.—The last term will commence on Thursday Evening, Feb. 24th, 1859, at his Ambrotype Rooms, American House Block, Mainstreet, Worcester.  Those who wish to avail themselves of this opportunity, are requested to be there on said evening, as valuable presents are to be given, providing a suitable number of pupils can be obtained.  Hours for instruction from 7  to 8 p. m.  Terms $1 for twelve lessons, including stationary.

Advertisement was recorded three times between February 22 to 25, 1859.

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

Hill, J.

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

1857-1859       Drew’s Building, Third Street, Saint Paul, Minnesota.

1857 October 31.  Falls Evening News.  (Minneapolis, Minnesota.)  October 31, 1857, Vol. 1, No. 26, P. 2.

Great Excitement At The New Photograph And Ambrotype Gallery!!  Pictures for the Million!  50 taken in one day, and more waiting!  J. Hill & Co., successor to J. H. Kelley invite the Public to examine their specimens of Photographs, colored and plain. Ambrotypes by an entire new process.  Melainotypes, Daguerreotypes and Pictures on patent leather. Having a complete stock of cases, Frames, Lockets, &c., we are now prepared to put up pictures in every form—we also have on hand a few oil paintings for sale cheap.

N.B. Particular attention is invited to the clear and life-like expression of the eye, the rich and beautiful softness of tone, the rare and exquisite finish of both plate and picture, and especially to their permanence.  We wish it distinctly understood that we use none but the very best materials.  Those who have favored us with a call, have expressed the most perfect satisfaction, and that they are in point of delineation, boldness and unerring truthfulness, equalled by few.  J. Hill & Co.  Oct. 21.

1858 March 13.  Saint Paul Financial, Real Estate and Railroad Advertiser.  (St. Paul, Minnesota.)  March 13, 1858, P. 3.

New Photograph And Ambrotype Gallery.  Hill, Kelly & Company, Having opened a suit of Rooms in Drew’s Building, on Third Street, (next door to Cathcart’s) are now ready to wait on all who may favor them with a call, and prepared to take all the different styles of pictures now in use, consisting of

Photographs, colored and plain, Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Daguerreotypes, and Pictures on Patent Leather—all of which are warranted.  Perfect satisfaction will be given, or no charge.

A share of the public patronage is respectfully solicited.  St. Paul, Jan. 25th, 1858.

1858 May 1.  Saint Paul Weekly Minnesotian.  (Saint Paul,Minnesota.)  May 1, 1858, Vol. 7, No. 31, P. 3.

Persons having friends who are members of the Legislature can obtain pictures of them by calling at Hill, Kelley & Co.’s Ambrotype Saloon, Drew’s Building, Third Street.   

1859 October 15.  Saint Paul Weekly Minnesotian.  (Saint Paul,Minnesota.)  October 15, 1859, Vol. 9, No. 5, P. 1

The State Fair.  Five Thousand People In Attendance.  Minneapolis, Thursday Ec=vening, October 6th, 1859…

St. Paul exhibitors as follows…

Hill & Kelley—Case of ambrotypes and melainotypes…

Just thirteen in all!  Yet I am glade to say that the St. Paul articles formed a main part of the Fair.  The very first thing one sees on going into the main building, is a beautiful display of Photographs, &c. from the well-known St. Paul Artist, Whitney, and another equally fine case from Messrs. Hill & Kelly.  A crowd was about these pictures all the time, and they certainly were altogether as fine a gallery of pictures as we ever saw in such a place.  They both deserve premiums.

Hill, Charles G.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , , ,

1854                Healey’s Arcade, South Common, Lynn, Massachusetts.[1]

1856-1860       49 Union Street, Lynn, Massachusetts.1

1863                94 Market Street & 6 Exchange Street, Lynn, Massachusetts.1

Ca.1864-1866 Address Unknown, Lynn, Massachusetts.1

1854.  Broadside (Lynn Historical Society Collection.)

Patent Mezzotypes and Crystalotypes.  T. S. Williams Beg leave to return his thanks to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Lynn for their liberal share of patronage, and to make his yearly report.  For the year ending Sept. 1st, he has taken over two thousand likenesses, making an increase over the year before of eight hundred.  Now this fact shows at once that the people of Lynn appreciate true merit, and also shows that No. 49 Union Street is the place to get a good Daguerreotype at a reasonable price.

The proprietor intends to give his patrons the benefit of every improvement in the art, therefore he has purchased the Patent Right Whipple, Cutting & Co., of Boston to make Pictures on Glass and Paper.

The Mezzotype is taken on glass, put up and protected by a cement that is neither affected by heat, cold, nor dampness, and consequently will not fade or sport.  They are pronounced by good judges to be superior to Daguerreotypes.

Crystalotypes.  The likeness is first taken on glass, then transferred to paper by the agency of light, in unlimited numbers, as from a copper plate; being equal in beauty to the finest engraving.  If a Teacher or Clergyman wishes to give each one of his pupils or church members a likeness of himself, he can obtain any number of positives of paper by only one sitting once for a negative on glass, and at a cheap rate of about 25 cents apiece by the hundred, much larger, better, and more durable than any cheap Daguerreotypes.

Mr. W. would respectfully invite all teachers and Clergymen in Lynn, to call at his rooms and take a sitting, and for the trouble of so doing each one will be presented with a large sized Photograph of themselves.  An early call is solicited.

A quick process for taking Children, which seldom fails; the forenoon is the best time.  Please call and see specimens.

Daguerreotypes taken in the best style from $1 to $20 and warranted.  Cheap pictures for 50 cents in a good Case.

T. S. Williams, Proprietor.  C. G. Hill, Assistant Operator.  No. 49 Union Street, opposite Central Depot.

ND.  Broadside (Harvey Zucker’s Collection)

Williams’ Sunbeam Gallery!!  No. 49 Union St., 49,—Lynn.

Immortal sun, great source of light,

Thou that maketh all things bright,

By thy aid and mysterious power,

nature smiles after a genial shower.

By thy aid we are able to trace

The features of the human face,

And upon the polished plate impress

Face and form, with lifelike truthfulness.

Surprising art! by which we lend

our countenance to an absent friend,

Or at the close of life’s eventful career,

Leave a memento for those we hold dear.

Next Thursday will be thanksgiving day,

Some meet for sport, others to pray;

But Williams will his favorite art pursue,

To save the shadows of the noble crew.

For a Holiday Gift of all the rest,

A type of yourself is surely the best,

Then hie for Union Street,—No. Forty-nine,

And get your Picture in a Case or Locket fine.

I have made arrangements with Mr. Hill—a first rate Artist—to assist me during the winter, therefore I shall be prepared to take any number of Pictures at short notice, from the smallest to the largest.  My apparatus is considered the most complete in this country, having a Quick Camera, made expressly for taking Children, by which we can get a perfect likeness in Two Seconds of time; therefore persons wishing for a Good Likeness, at a low price, are invited to call before going else where.

Pictures warranted perfect, or no charge will be made.

1856 January 11.  Lynn News.  (Lynn, Massachusetts.)  January 11, 1856, Vol. 13, No. 2, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—Mr. G. C. Hill has taken the rooms recently occupied by T. S. Williams, No. 49 Union Street, where he will execute daguerreotypes, crystalotypes, and mezzotype pictures, in the best style.  Mr. Hill is a good operator, and will give satisfaction.  He pays particular attention to the likenesses of children.  See his advertisement.

1856 January 11.  Lynn News.  (Lynn, Massachusetts.)  January 11, 1856, Vol. 13, No. 2, P. 3.

C. G. Hill’s Daguerreotype, Crystalotype, and Mezzotype Gallery, 49 Union Street, opposite Central Depot, Lynn, (Recently occupied by T. S. Williams.)  Pictures executed in the highest order of the art.  A good variety of Cases, Frames, Lockets, Pins, &c., constantly on hand.  Please call and examine for yourselves.

N. B.  Particular attention devoted to the execution of likenesses of children.

Advertisement ran from January 11 to  May 2, 1856.

1856 January 18.  Lynn News.  (Lynn, Massachusetts.)  January 18, 1856, Vol. 13, No. 4, P. 3.

Gallery of Female Beauty.  Prizes amounting to $20,000 for the likenesses of the Handsomest Women in America.—Daguerreantypes of beautiful females taken Without Expense To The Sitters, by the first artists in the country!—The celebrated Enterprise of Mr. P. T. Barnum, “The Gallery Of American Female Beauty,” is now being actively carried out by the proprietors of Barnum’s American Museum in New York,  Messrs Greenwood & Butler, as originally designed by Mr. B.

The premium for the likenesses of the handsomest lady is $1000; for the next most handsome, $300; the next, $200; the next $150; the next $100; and the next ninety, $25 each.  The entire one hundred are to be painted in oil portraits, afterwards, by distinguished artists, and the Ten handsomest of all will be engraved for the world’s Book Of Beauty in Paris.  The following artists will take the daguerreotypes, in this city, free of all expense to the sitter:  T. S. Williams & Hill, opposite Lynn Depot; Bower’s Gallery, L. Ingalls, operator, Market street.

Advertisement ran from January 18 to February 1, 1856.

1856 February 15.  Lynn News.  (Lynn, Massachusetts.)  February 15, 1856, Vol. 13, No. 8, P. 2.

Mezzotypes.—This is the name of the beautiful picture on glass, taken by Mr. C. G. Hill, whose advertisement will be noticed.  These pictures are preferred by many to daguerreotypes.  The picture is between two plates of glass, which are sealed together by a gum, impervious to water, and perfectly transparent.  Unlike the daguerreotype they can be seen at any angle; they are not reversed, but present a perfectly life-like representation of the sitter, and in any light have all the clearness of the finest steel engraving.  These pictures possess several great recommendations, one of which is that they can be taken in about one fourth the time required for an ordinary daguerreotype, thereby ensuring a more natural expression, and avoiding a fixed look which is the frequent result of an ordinary sitting.  Mr. Hill is taking many of this kind of Likenesses, as well as daguerreotypes, specimens of which may be seen his rooms. Those who wish for a good likeness will find Mr. Hill to be a good operator, polite and attentive to callers, and determined to satisfy his customers.

1856 March 7.  Lynn News.  (Lynn, Massachusetts.)  March 7, 1856, Vol. 13, No. 11, P. 2.

    Mezzotypes.—The public are much pleased by the beautiful pictures taken by Mr. Hill.  These likenesses are taken on glass, and are so easily seen in any light, that they are preferred by many to daguerreotypes.  The latter pictures are not given up, however.  Mr. Hill continues the execute them, in a superior manner.  We advise all who wish for a good picture, of either kind, to call at his rooms, and see his beautiful specimens.

    1856 March 21.  Lynn News.  (Lynn, Massachusetts.)  March 21, 1856, Vol. 13, No. 13, P. 3.

    Daguerreotypes, Crystalotypes, and Mezzotypes, at C. G. Hill’s, 49 Union Street, Lynn, opposite Central Depot.  A style of likeness upon Glass Plates, for durability unequalled by anything ever before produced.  They have been pronounced, by judges of the art, superior to anything ever offered to the public.

    Advertisement ran from March 21 to May 30, 1856.

      1856 July 4.  Lynn News.  (Lynn, Massachusetts.)  July 4, 1856, Vol. 13, No. 28, P. 3.

      Improved Ambrotypes.  Williams & Hill.  Having made some improvements in this new process, they are prepared to take likenesses in a superior manner, beautifully colored, and also inserted in Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c.

      The public are cautioned about being deceived by Patent Stamps.  “’T is not all gold that shines.”  We first introduced this new style of pictures in Lynn, and have added some late improvements, which make them a superior kind; therefore persons will be quite as likely to get a good likeness here as elsewhere; and we have as good right to sell them as any one.  Come and try.  Satisfaction guaranteed.

      Rooms, No. 49 Union Street, opposite Central Depot.

      Advertisement ran from July 4 to September 2, 1856.

      1856 September 9.  Lynn News.  (Lynn, Massachusetts.)  September 9, 1856, Vol. 13, No. 38, P. 3.

      “Pro Bono Publico.”  Our Neighbor artist seems very much worried because of our good success as artists; but all his advertising and harping on one string, about Cutting’s Gum Balsam Patent, only increase our number of customers.  The constant rush to our rooms, for the last few weeks, shows it to be a fact.

      We had the refusal of Cutting’s patent for a week, but in the meantime found out that it was good for nothing, (as he could only claim the use of balsam, which is worthless, as it never dries, and is constantly oozing out and defacing the mat and case) while it did not restrict any one from using other gums or varnishes to cement the glasses together with.  Therefore we rejected it, on the above grounds, and also not wishing to be fooled out of three hundred dollars for just the right of Lynn, when we could not be protected.  He says he owns the exclusive right of Lynn.  If he does, why don’t he prosecute us for taking Ambrotypes?  for we always have taken them, and still continue to take them.  He says our improved ambrotypes are entirely different.  We are very glad they are.  The process on glass is nearly the same; but while he sticks his glasses together with balsam, because he paid a big price for a humbug patent, we go in for improvements, and use crystal varnish, which becomes hard in a few minutes, and gives a beautiful clear tone, showing the natural color better than anything else.

      We would just say to the public, that there is no such a thing as a patent likeness—no more than a patent [sermon]; any one has a perfect right to take them where they please.  They can get a genuine portrait of themselves, put up true to life, by calling at Williams & Hill’s Original Ambrotype Gallery, 49 Union Street, opposite Central Depot.  Our motto is, “Pictures good, and prices low.”

      Advertisement ran from September 9 to 30, 1856. 

      1856 September 23.  Lynn News.  (Lynn, Massachusetts.)  September 23, 1856, Vol. 13, No. 40, P. 3.

      A Few Words in Defence. I noticed, in the last issue of the Lynn News, an advertisement, headed, “Pro Bono Publico;” and as it contains may erroneous statements, which are likely to deceive the public, statements which, if credited, would have a tendency to injure me n=and my business, I am of opinion that it would not be right for me to let it pass unnoticed.

      Messrs.  Williams & Hill say that they found out that Cutting’s patent was good for nothing, as he could only claim the use of balsam, which they say is worthless, and constantly oozing out and defacing the mat and case, while it not restrict any one from using other gums or varnishes to cement the glasses together.  Now that is every word False, from beginning to end.  They never found out that the patent was good for nothing.  Mr. Cutting Can and Does claim, not only balsam, but all substances applied in producing the same effect.  (The patent says, Balsam of Fir and its equivalents.)  The Balsam does not constantly ooze out; but, on the contrary, as it is now used, never oozes out at all; and I challenge any one to produce a single picture that I have sold during the past two or three months, showing that the balsam oozes out.  I do not deny that the balsam did ooze out of a very few pictures that were among the first made; but an improvement was soon made in the process of cementing the plates; and nothing of the kind can take place under the method now adopted.  I presume Messrs. Williams & Hill are well aware of this fact.  If they are not, they are not quite as well “posted” as their boasting about “improvements” would lead people to believe.  Balsam of Fir, properly prepared, is by far the best article knownfor securing ambrotypes; but there are other materials which can be used.

      Messrs. Hill & Williams tauntingly ask why I do not prosecute them.  Many others have asked the same.  But it is a question that need not be discussed here.  They sell pictures on glass, and put up just like daguerreotypes, and call them ambrotypes.  they are not ambrotypes, any more than a daguerreotype or an oil painting is an ambrotype.  They are put up like daguerreotypes, but are made upon glass instead of silver plate, and are varnished instead of being gilded with a solution of gold.

      The name Ambrotype was never applied to any picture until Mr. Cutting adopted it to designate the particular style of pictures made by his patent process.  The name is included in his patent.  It is our trade mark and our property; and Messrs. Williams & Hill have no right to steal it, and apply it to their single glass pictures.  Last wither, the called their pictures “Mezzotypes!”  Now, they call them Ambrotypes, (because Ambrotypes are so popular, I suppose.)  What will the next name be likely to be?     

      I am responsible for what I say, and hold myself ready to prove every assertion which I have here made.

      I make genuine Ambrotypese, Daguerreotypes, &c., at my Gallery, in Usher’s Building, Market street, and will be happy to receive calls from my friends and the public generally, whether they wish to sit for likenesses or not.  W. T. Bowers.

      Advertisement ran from September 23 to October 7, 1856.

      1856 October 7.  Lynn News.  (Lynn, Massachusetts.)  October 7, 1856, Vol. 13, No. 42, P. 3.

      Read The Truth!  “Truth cuts sharper than a two-edged sword.”  This old saying is sometimes verified, as in the case of our answer in the news, four weeks ago, to some of Mr. Bowers’s insinuating advertisements, (directly interfering with our business.) and exposure of Cutting’s bogus patent.  It was cut up so fine that it took two weeks to collect Gum Balsam enough to stick it together again; them Mr. Bowers comes out in Lynn News, with it completely plastered over with a back of false statements, thinking to make the public swallow the whole dose, (gum and all,) by saying that he holds himself ready to prove every assertion.

      Now out of his own mouth will I condemn him, and show how much he can prove.  In answer to a statement that balsam oozed out from between the two glasses, he says that it is false, from beginning to end, but afterwards repents and says he does not deny that it oozed out of a few.  This is the way he can prove the rest of his manifesto—to be all false.  Mr. cutting may claim everything, but he dared not try to maintain anything, so he has recently given it all up as worthless, and applied for a new patent.  Mr. Bowers asserts that the name Ambrotype was included in Mr. Cutting’s patent.  Now this is untrue; for while in Washington, last winter, I had a chance to learn the facts of the case.  Mr. Root, of Philadelphia, suggested the name some time after the patent was granted.  But Mr. Bowers claims it as his trade mark and property, and says we have no right to steal it.  This charge is false as it is mean, for he has got no mark that is worth stealing. It is a fact that all notorious rogues are the very first to cry “stop thief.”

      To prove how artists in general regard Cutting’s patent, among between forty to fifty, in New York city, only one bought a right for Cutting’s balsam patent, but most all take them, and put them up as Ambrotypes.  In Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Boston, it is about the same, Most of the victims have been country operatives, who have found out, since, that they have paid too much for their whistle.

      Mr. Bowers says we make pictures on glass, and put them up just like Daguerreotypes, which are not Ambrotypes any more than an oil painting.  Now this is the most barefaced falsehood that he could possibly tell, for we challenge him, or any one else, to tell the difference, by the finish, between two pictures of the same person—one put up by his balsam process, and the other put up by our process—by looking at them after they are cased, or framed and hung up.

      Now, as Mr. Bowers has commenced such a war upon us, I wish to state a few simple facts, to show that we have some occasion for self defence and somewhat show the character of the man we have to deal with.  The first thing, after breaking up a trade for Mr. Hill and Whitmore, and taking the chance himself, was to take pictures cheaper; the next thing was to come down along side Scribners, and take them for twenty-five cents; between them both they made the business good for nothing.  I looked around for something better, and commenced the glass and paper process.  Soon after this I sold out to Mr. Hill, and went south for my health.  Mr. Bowers then comes out with the gum balsam process, (which I had rejected,) thinking to monopolize the whole business. 

      “He cautions the public in purchasing pictures taken on glass, as Ambrotypes that do not bear the patent stamp,” in the News.  He says no one else has a right to take them, and they cannot be obtained anywhere else in Lynn except at his gallery.  In another notice of his  he tries to injure Mr. Hill’s trade by saying that his glass pictures were just as much exposed as Daguerreotypes.

      I returned from the south last spring.  I saw that Mr. Bowers’s whole course of advertising was calculated to deceive the public, and injure Mr. Hill’s business; therefore as a friend and brother, it was my duty to defend him.  But, before I had a chance to say a word, Mr. Bowers comes out in the Bay State, and says one reason that people will get as good pictures at his place as anywhere is, that he has had more than twice the experience of any artist in the city.  According to this statement, he has been in the business twenty-four years—six years longer than the art has been known in America!  Now any one can see how absurd his statements are, and how mean, insulting, and impudent his whole course has been, to injure us and build his own reputation.

      He remarked to Mr. Hill that he should blow some the second year, so I presume some of this noise is blowing.  He said to me recently, that I was not aware how much talent he had.  Now if meanness, duplicity, and deception, is talent, I must acknowledge that he is a talented man.

      Now all we have to say to him is, that he mind his own business, and let ours alone.  We have never interfered with his, and shall mind ours, and take no notice of him.

      The people of Lynn will find us still taking Improved Ambrotypes, at No. 49 Union street.  Call in and look at them.  T. S. Williams.

      Advertisement ran from October 7 to 28, 1856.

      1856 October 14.  Lynn News.  (Lynn, Massachusetts.)  October 14, 1856, Vol. 13, No. 43, P. 3.

      Notice.  The utter disregard for truth, and the blind, reckless manner, in which T. S. Williams continues to spew out his spite and venom against me, render his miserable slang unworthy the least notice from me.  With regard to his charges against me personally, I will therefore only say, that they are all false, and he knows it; and I challenge him to substantiate one of them.  I also challenge and defy to show that I have made any statement in my advertisements that is untrue.

      Now, in regard to the Ambrotype patent, Mr. Williams is wrong when he asserts that Mr. Cutting dare not try to maintain anything; for prosecutions have been commenced against several parties for infringing the patent, and there are no less than five cases now pending.

      Again: his statement that Mr. Cutting had given it all up as worthless, and had recently applied for a new patent, is not true.  Mr. Cutting did apply for a re-issue of this patent, because a few men, just like this Mr. Williams, thought they saw holes where they might crawl through and evade it.  Mr. Cutting claims no more than he did before the patent was reissued; but the object sought was to have it in such form that there could be no question as to the ground it covered.  The patent was re-issued several months ago; and, although I give Mr. Williams credit for considerable ignorance about the matter, (notwithstanding his visit to Washington,) I cannot believe that he was quite so ignorant as not to know that the patent had already been re-issued, when he said “Mr. Cutting has recently applied for a new patent.”

      The following advertisement of Cutting and Bowdoin, cut from a Boston paper, I will insert.

      Re-Issue Of The Ambrotype Patent.  The great merit of the Ambrotype pictures has been most signally shown, by the united efforts of some of the principal daguerreotypists to break down and prevent a re-issue of the patent.  They have been defeated by the government in their attempts, and a new patent has been issued, covering the entire claims of the patentee, in making pictures on glass, and hermetically sealing them between two plates of glass, with basam of fir or its equivalent, giving exceeding brilliancy and beauty of tone, which cannot be affected by the atmosphere, water, or acids; making it as enduring as the glass in which it is secured. 

      The word Ambrotype, coined expressly to designate the picture, is also patented.  All persons, not having purchased the right, that are making use of the term to sell a worthless imitation, taken on a single glass, and covered with varnish and  black paint, will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.  The genuine pictures all have the patent stamp.  Cutting & Bowdoin, the originators and proprietors.

      Now I have to say to the public, that I own the exclusive right for making Ambrotypes in Lynn.  There is a great deal of difference between and ambrotype, (which is a picture cemented between two plates of glass,) and a single glass picture; and the difference can be very readily seen and shown.  I am very willing that the public shall be the judges as to the value of the different kinds; but if genuine Ambrotypes are wanted, call at my rooms, on Market street.  W. T. Bowers.

      Advertisement ran from October 14 to November 4, 1856.

      1856 October 28.  Lynn News.  (Lynn, Massachusetts.)  October 28, 1856, Vol. 13, No. 45, P. 3.

      Unhappy Jeremiah.  We remarked, in our last communication, that we should take no further notice of Mr. Bowers; but in looking over the Lynn News of last week, we find that he comes out in such a bold and impudent sort of  a way, denying plain matters of fact, and defying and challenging us so much, that we could not let it pass without one word of defence.  Almost any one would think that he was perfectly insane, “instead of blind and reckless,” according to the noise he makes about “Cutting’s patent;” but it only reminds us of the ass that covers himself with the lion’s skin, to frighten his neighbors, and make them believe he was a lion; but the tremendous roar he intended to make turned out to be nothing but the bray of a donkey after all.  We can show many of his statements, &c., to be untrue, but one will be sufficient here, which he has often repeated, that we sell pictures as Ambrotypes, put up with only a single glass.  Now this is false, and he knows it; for we sell all of our pictures put up between two glasses, and will warrant then to last as long as his.  He tries to deceive the public, by saying that there is a “vast difference readily seen,” &c., between what he calls a genuine Ambrotype and our style of pictures.  Now, to decide the thing, I am willing to stake from ten to twenty dollars, that he may finish one picture, and I the other, of the same person, and call in three or five persons to look at them, and they can’t point out the difference.  The money is ready at my rooms, any time he has a mind to call.

      Williams & Hill are the only ones in Lynn who take the improved Ambrotypes.  So be sure and call at 49 Union Street.  T. S. W.

      Advertisement ran from October 28 to November 18, 1856.

      1856 December 2.  Lynn News.  (Lynn, Massachusetts.)  December 2, 1856, Vol. 13, No. 50, P. 3.

      Dissolution.  The partnership existing between T. S. Williams and C. G. Hill is this day dissolved, by mutual consent.  Owing to the bad state of my health, I am obliged to give up the business at present, and would recommend Mr. Hill to the citizens of Lynn and vicinity, as an artist of taste and experience.

      He has a perfect right to use Cutting’s patent Collodion process.  Therefore, all who want pictures in elegant style of finish should call on Mr. Hill, at 49 Union St.  T. S. Williams.

      1856 December 16.  Lynn News.  (Lynn, Massachusetts.)  December 16, 1856, Vol. 13, No. 52, P. 3.

      C. G. Hill’s Photographic and Fine Art Gallery, No. 49 Union street, opposite Central Depot, Lynn.  Photographs, Ambrotypes, and Daguerreotypes, of all sizes and styles, at the lowest prices.  Fine Gold Lockets, Fancy Cases, &c.

      Please call and see.

      Advertisement ran from December 16, 1856 to February 3, 1857.

      1857 January 6.  Lynn News.  (Lynn, Massachusetts.)  January 6, 1857, Vol. 14, No. 3, P. 3.

      Boarders.  A man and his wife, or two single gentlemen, can be accommodated with board, and a parlor chamber, with fire, &c., if desired.  Inquire at No. 146 Broad street, or Hill’s Daguerrean Rooms, No. 49 Union street.

      Advertisement ran from January 6 to 20, 1857.

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      1857 February 10.  Lynn News.  (Lynn, Massachusetts.)  February 10, 1857, Vol. 14, No. 8, P. 2.

      Mr. C. G. Hill, at No. 49 Union street, takes excellent pictures, as may be seen by his specimens, which the public are invited to call and examine.  Those who wish to secure a likeness should give him a call.

      1857 February 10.  Lynn News.  (Lynn, Massachusetts.)  February 10, 1857, Vol. 14, No. 8, P. 3.

      Lynn Fine Art Gallery.  This is the oldest and most popular establishment in the city, and the proprietor possesses every facility for taking Ambrotypes, Photographs and Daguerreotypes, of a superior kind to any offered in Lynn, and at such prices as to suit all.  Rooms No. 49 Union street, opposite Central Depot.

      Advertisement ran from February 10 to June 23, 1857.

      1858 September 7.  Lynn News.  (Lynn, Massachusetts.)  September 7, 1858, Vol. 15, No. 37, P. 2.

      Those who are in want of a colored photograph, or a good ambrotype or daguerreotype, should call and see the large number of specimens in the gallery of Mr. C. G. Hill, at No. 49 Union street.  Mr. Hill takes the best of pictures; and his prices, as well as his style of work, will be sure to please.

      1858 September 7.  Lynn News.  (Lynn, Massachusetts.)  September 7, 1858, Vol. 15, No. 37, P. 3.

      C. G. Hill’s Gallery of Art.  Photographs taken, portrait-size, with his mammoth Camera, lately imported from France.

      By this process, Daguerreotypes, or Ambrotypes, good or indifferently taken, may be copied to any desirable size, and finished in Oil or Water Colors; also, in India Ink.

      Please call and examine the largest collection of pictures in the city.

      No. 49 Union Street, (Opposite Central Depot,) Lynn, Mass.

      Advertisement ran from September 7, 1858 to March 15, 1859.

      1859 July 6.  Lynn News.  (Lynn, Massachusetts.)  July 6, 1859, Vol. 16, No. 27, P. 2.

      On Saturday, June 25, the Empire Fire and Benefit Association, No. 5, paraded in uniform, accompanied by Gilmore’s Band.

      They marched to the daguerrean saloon of Mr. C. G. Hill, who executed a fine photograph likeness of the entire company…

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

      Hilberbrand, J. A. J.

      Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, , , ,

      1859                Court House, Edgefield, South Carolina.

      1859                Rooms at the Planters’ Hotel, Edgefield, South Carolina.

      1859 May 25.  Edgefield Advertiser.  (Edgefield, South Carolina.)  May 25, 1859, Vol. XXIV, No. 20, P. 3.

      Hildebrand & Gibson, Ambrotype and Melainotype Artists!  Respectfully announce to the citizens of this Vicinity, that they have taken Rooms at the Planters’ Hotel, and are prepared to take Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, and Copy Likenesses in the best and latest style, at prices to suit the times.

      Determined to give every one a chance to see themselves in miniature, they have reduced their prices to the lowest possible figure.

      They will take likenesses in neat cases, at $1,00 and upwards, according to the finish of the case.

      All work warranted to give satisfaction or no pay.

      We would suggest to those who wish likenesses, to wear dark colored or black dresses, as the pictures thus taken, will be in every way superior to those taken in light colored dresses.

      Come one—come all, and look at yourselves in one of our Ambrotypes.  Instructions given in the Art on reasonable terms.  Hildebrand & Gibson.

      Advertisement ran from May 25 to June 29, 1859.

      1859 October 19.  Edgefield Advertiser.  (Edgefield, South Carolina.)  October 19, 1859, Vol. XXIV, No. 41, P. 2.

      Notice.  The partnership heretofore existing, under the name and style of Hildebrand & Gibson, for taking Ambrotypes and other pictures, is this day dissolved by mutual agreement.  J. A. J. Hildebrand,  John Gibson.

      1859 October 19.  Edgefield Advertiser.  (Edgefield, South Carolina.)  October 19, 1859, Vol. XXIV, No. 41, P. 2.

      Ambrotypes.!  J. A. J. Hildebrand thanks the citizens for their patronage heretofore extended to him, and begs to inform them that he will remain a short time longer in Edgefield at the Court House, where he will be prepared to take likenesses, and give instructions to young gentlemen in his art, on the most reasonable terms.  he will also, sell to any one making application to him at low rates, a full set of instruments, with the stock necessary to fit out a good Ambrotypist. 

      J. A. J. Hildebrand.                

      Advertisement ran from October 19 to November 23, 1859.