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1848-1850 117 Baltimore, Baltimore, Maryland.[1]

1850-1854 159 Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland.

c.1851-1852 Address Unknown, San Francisco, California.

1854-1858 57 Dauphin and Royal Streets, Mobile, Alabama.[2]

1866 Main between Preston and Prairie, Houston, Texas.[3]

1867 Main at Congress, Houston, Texas.³

1871-1901 Various Addresses, Austin, Texas.³

1849 January 24. Baltimore Patriot and Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) January 24, 1849, Vol. 78, No. 21, Whole No. 11,016, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.—The beautiful display of Daguerreotypes at the late fair of the Maryland Institute, is more fresh in the memory of those who visited it, than perhaps any other class of articles exhibited; for in no department of art or mechanical, was there to be observed a nearer approach to what we would conceive perfection. It is a fact, and one gratifying to national pride, that the art is practiced in this country with greater skill than in Europe; even in Paris, where Daguerre first published his invention; and it is further the fact, that a French operator studied here the improvements attained, and then returned to profit by them in France. Of Daguerreotypes, as superbly executed as American operators can present them, certainly their very best were collected in the Maryland Institute Fair; and of these, none were more admired, as combining in them all the essentials of an unexceptionable portrait, the expression of nature, placid repose of features, distinctness of outline, and tact in so disposing the focus that no part or member of the object suffers from distortion—all these essentials, that depend so much upon the superior capacity of the induvial operator, than those of Mr. J. Shew, of this city. And so though the judges, in awarding him a premium.

It gives us pleasure to add to this testimonial, a [statement], that the rooms of Mr. Shew, at the corner of South and Baltimore streets, their convenience of access, and arrangement within, are such as to make a sitting rather agreeable than otherwise, particularly to ladies. The apparatus is more directly under the charge of Mr. Marks, an accomplished operator, and one whose efforts are uniformly successful to the entire satisfaction of all who sit; for a Daguerreotype is not allowed to leave the establishment unless under those circumstances.

1849 February 10. American and Commercial Daily Advertiser. (Baltimore, Maryland.) February 10, 1849, Vol. XCIX, No. 17,209, P. 2.

Gold Region—Overland Route. Notice.—Col. Whiting will leave this city on Monday 12th inst., for Pittsburgh. Several persons having applied for admission into the Company, but require a little more time, has induced Col. W. to appoint an agent, as his positive engagement to be in Pittsburgh on the 16th inst. will prevent him remaining any longer time in Baltimore.

Mr. H. R. Marks, 117 Baltimore street, will be pleased to give any information required to persons desirous of joining the Company, as to routes, expenses, outfit, &c.

Maps, Circulars, &c., are left with Mr. Marks, and those who apply can obtain any required information relative to the expedition.

1849 February 13. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) February 13, 1849, Vol. XXIV, No. 73, P. 2.

For California. Overland Expedition To The Gold Region. The object of this Expedition is to afford protection to a given number of respectable men, who desire to take the overland route to California, and the entire cost of outfit, travel expenses, &c., will not exceed $200, and can be brought considerably within that limit. The time of departure from the point of Rendezvous on Red River , will be the 25th of March, and the route fixed upon—from Natchitoches, La., across Texas, to the point on the Rio del Norte crossed by Gen. Kearney, thence along his trail to San Diego, and up the cost to San Francisco—is believed to possess many adventures over the Northern route, not only on account of the distance of land travel, which is lessened over 700 miles, but the climate is much milder and the region traversed more fertile, affording luxurious grass for animals at an earlier season.

Col. Whiting, the leader of this expedition, has already gone to make the necessary preparations at the point of rendezvous.

Persons wishing to avail themselves of the advantages here offered, would do well to make immediate application to the undersigned, as he will leave Baltimore for the West on the 29th instant. H. R. Marks, 117 Baltimore street.

Advertisement ran on February 13 to 15, 1849.

1849 April 2. Baltimore Patriot and Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) April 4, 1849, Vol. 78, No. 75, Whole No. 11,074, P. 3.

Shew & Marks’ Daguerrian Gallery, 117 Baltimore Street. The subscribers respectfully call attention to their collection of Daguerreotypes, with confidence that they will not suffer in comparison with any taken in Baltimore. Their facilities for taking Pictures are unequalled, and the situation and arrangements of their Rooms, are such as to render them convenient and pleasant to all.

Likenesses taken in any weather, with accuracy and dispatch, for Lockets, Signets, Rings, &c., and satisfaction guaranteed in all cases.

Advertisement ran from April 2 to October 17, 1849.

1849 April 3. American and Commercial Daily Advertiser. (Baltimore, Maryland.) April 3, 1849, Vol. XCIX, No. 17,244, P. 7.

Daguerrian Gallery, 117 Baltimore Street. Shew & Marks Respectfully call the attention of the public to their large collection of Daguerreotype Portraits, and assure those who may be pleased to test their skill, that their likenesses shall be inferior to none taken in Baltimore. Their facilities for taking pictures are un equalled, and the situation and arrangement of their rooms are such as to render them convenient and pleasant to all.

Likenesses taken in any weather, and for Signet Rings, Lockets, &c; Paintings, Engravings, &c. copied with accuracy and dispatch, and satisfaction guaranteed in all cases.

Advertisement ran between April 3 to October 10, 1849.

1849 April 4. Baltimore Patriot and Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) April 4, 1849, Vol. 78, No. 77, Whole No. 11,076, P. 3.

Daguerrian Galleries.—A Daguerreotype, well taken, clear distinct in outline, and naturally reflecting form, face and feature, is not so often to be had, that when it can be depended upon as a matter of certainty, it does not bring the Daguerreotypist into notice and his establishment into a successful run of business. Such an establishment, with rooms of convenient location, instruments the best, operators of pleasant personal address and accomplished in their art, and what follows as a consequence, admirable likenesses—is to be found in that of Messrs. Shaw & Marks, Covin building; which during the absence of Mr. Shew, (in California,) will be conducted by his partner, Mr. Marks.

The present season is the one above others favorable for Daguerreotypes; and among the many excellent establishments in Baltimore, there is none we can recommend above the subject of this notice.

1849 May 1. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) May 1, 1849, Vol. XXIV, No. 138, P. 2.

Faithful Likenesses.—At this season of the year many of our friends are visiting Baltimore upon business and other pursuits; and to such of them as desire a striking Daguerreotype likeness, we recommend the establishment of Messrs. Shew & Marks, 117 Baltimore street. We have in our possession a ring of moderate size, containing the likeness—one of the most correct we ever saw—of an esteemed friend, which was taken by these gentlemen; and we are so much gratified with the excellence of its execution, (aside from its cheapness, which is remarkable,) that we are induced to offer this voluntary tribute to their skill, in the hope that it may induce others to employ them, as they are so eminently successful in their endeavors to obtain correct likenesses.—Centerville Times, April 28, 1849.

1849 May 21. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) May 21, 1849, Vol. XXV, No. 4, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—Messrs. Shew & Marks continue to take suck Likenesses as cannot fail to please the most fastidious, and we would recommend all who wish to procure a Daguerreotype true to life, to call at their Gallery, No. 117 Baltimore Street, 3d door above South Street.

Advertisement ran on May 21 & 22, 1849.

1849 August 31. Baltimore Patriot and Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) August 31, 1849, Vol. 79, No. 52, Whole No. 11,202, P. 2.

Shew & Marks’ Daguerreotypes.—Shew & Marks continue to keep pace with all the improvements which practical skill and mature experience are developing in their art, while they make no crafty boast of “wonderful improvements,” or of the application of principles to its advancement, which are unknown in its practice,—such as electricity, &c. Their Likenesses are unsurpassed by any taken in Baltimore; and they may confidently challenge the production of their superiors, either in strength of likeness, beauty of tone, or finish.

All who want a perfect Daguerreotype, are recommended to call at their Gallery, No. 171 Baltimore street.

Advertisement ran on August 31 & September 1, 1849.

1849 October 18. American and Commercial Daily Advertiser. (Baltimore, Maryland.) October 18, 1849, Vol. C, No. 17,404, P. 3.

Fair Of The Maryland Institute…

Awards Of Premiums…

Fine Arts, Paintings, &c.

Shew & Marks, for best specimens of Daguerreotypes, first premium.

H. Pollock, for next best specimens of Daguerreotypes, second premium

W. & F. Langenheim, Philadelphia, for specimens Talbotypes, first premium.

1849 October 18. Baltimore Patriot and Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) October 18, 1849, Vol. 79, No. 92, Whole No. 11,243, P. 2.

Fair of the Maryland Institute…

Premiums Awarded…

Fine Arts, Paintings, &c.

Shew & Marks, for best specimens of daguerreotypes, first premium.

H. Pollock, for next best specimens of daguerreotypes. second premium.

W. & F. Langenheim. Philadelphia, for specimens of Talbotypes, first premium.

1849 October 19. Baltimore Patriot and Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) October 19, 1849, Vol. 79, No. 93, Whole No. 11,244, P. 3.

Shew & Marks’ Daguerrian Gallery, 117 Baltimore Street. Highest Premium Awarded at the late Fair of the Maryland Institute, for the Best Daguerreotypes exhibited.

Likenesses accurately taken in any weather, for Lockets, Signet Rings, &c., and satisfaction guaranteed in all cases.

Paintings and Engravings correctly copied.

Advertisement ran from October 19, 1849 to April 2, 1850

1849 October 20. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) October 20, 1849, Vol. XXV, No. 133, P. 2.

First Premium Daguerrian Gallery. Shew & Marks, No. 117 Baltimore Street. The Highest Premium awarded at the late Fair of the Maryland Institute, for the Best Daguerreotypes exhibited.

Likenesses taken in any weather, and satisfaction guarantied in all cases.

Advertisement ran from October 20 to November 20, 1849.

1849 December 19. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) December 19, 1849, Vol. XXVI, No. 27, P. 2.

Christmas Gifts.—The holidays are near,—the season which time honored custom has set apart for the bestowal of precious gifts on those we love. The likeness of an esteemed friend is always highly valued, and in suggesting this as a suitable present, we would call attention to the excellence of Messrs. Shew & Marks’ daguerreotypes, who it will be remembered received the highest premium at the late Fair of the Maryland Institute. Gallery 117 Baltimore street.

1849 December 21. Baltimore Patriot and Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) December 21, 1849, Vol. 79, No. 145, Whole No. 11,296, P. 2.

Preparations For The Holydays…

Daguerreotypes.—What more appropriate gift could be made at this season, then the “counterfeit presentment” of some dear loved one, or friend?—Such can be procured in a style rarely to be excelled, at either of the following places:

Shew & Marks, No. 117 Baltimore street.

Carvalho, 205 do. do.

J. H. Whitehurst, 207 do. do.

1850 March 2. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) March 2, 1850, Vol. XXVI, No. 89, P. 2.

Shew & Marks’ Premium Daguerrian Gallery, No. 117 Baltimore Street. Highest Premium awarded at the late Fair of the Maryland Institute for the best Daguerreotypes exhibited.

Superior Likenesses taken in any weather, and entire satisfaction guaranteed in all cases.

Advertisement ran from March 2 to April 1, 1850.

1850 April 2. Baltimore Patriot and Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) April 2, 1850, Vol. 80, No. 79, Whole No. 11,381, P. 2.

H. R. Marks’ (Late Shew & Marks’) Daguerrian Gallery, 117 Baltimore Street. Highest Premium Awarded at the late Fair of the Maryland Institute, for the Best Daguerreotypes exhibited—all of which were taken by Mr. Marks.

Superior Likenesses taken in weather, and entire satisfaction guaranteed in all cases.

Daguerreotypes, Paintings and Engravings correctly copied.

Instruction given in the Art.

Advertisement ran from April 2 to November 15, 1850.

1850 April 3. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) April 3, 1850, Vol. XXVI, No. 89, P. 2.

Premium Daguerreotypes.—Those wanting perfect likenesses should call at Marks’ (late Shew & Marks’) favorite Gallery, No. 117 Baltimore street, where the most superior pictures can be obtained on reasonable terms.

1850 April 15. Baltimore Patriot and Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) April 15, 1850, Vol. 80, No. 90, Whole No. 11,392, P. 3.

Marks’, (late Shew & Marks’) Daguerrean Gallery.—This establishment, so long and justly celebrated for the fidelity and excellence of its likenesses, still maintain its high reputation under the management of its skillful and urbane proprietor. As an artist of taste and skill, Mr. Marks is unsurpassed by any in his profession, and we take great pleasure in commending his gallery 117 Baltimore street, to the favorable notice of those who have not already visited it. The award of the highest premium, by the Maryland Institute, to pictures taken by Mr. Marks, is all that we need say of their superiority, it being an evidence of merit which none will pretend to question. Give him a call and judge for yourselves.

1850 September 6. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) September 6, 1850, Vol. XXVII, No. 95, P. 2.

Premium Daguerreotypes.—The most favorable season for taking Daguerreotypes is now at hand, and we would advise all who want an accurate likeness, and a picture of superior finish, to visit Mr. Marks’ Gallery, No. 117 Baltimore street.

1850 October 18. Baltimore Patriot and Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) October 18, 1850, Vol. 81, No. 93, Whole No. 11,190, P. 2.

Fair of the Maryland Institute…

328. A lot of daguerreotypes, by P. L. Perkins, Balt.

350. A frame view of Carroll’s Manor, and several other frame views, by R. H. Marks, Balt.

1850 October 18. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) October 18, 1850, Vol. XXVII, No. 131, P. 1.

Fair of the Maryland Institute.—During the day yesterday there were a great number visitors to the Halix, and although it clouded up in the evening and some rain fell, yet it did not prevent a good attendance.

The daguerreotypist occupy a prominent position in the grand saloon. Five of them have pictures on exhibition, Vix:—Mr. Pollock, Mr. Whitehurst, Mr. Perkins, Mr. Marks, and Mr. Marsters, all of this city. Among them we discover many finished pictures and most admirable portraits. Mr. Whitehurst is distinguished for the size and brilliancy of the portraits; Mr. Pollock for the beauty of his groupings, which are really admirable. They all, however, present portraits which will be pronounced excellent any where.

1850 November 6. Baltimore Patriot and Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) November 6, 1850, Vol. 81, No. 109, Whole No. 11,206, P. 2.

List of Premiums…

Fine Arts.

For the finest specimens of daguerreotype miniatures, H. R. Marks, a silver medal.

Specimens of large daguerreotypes, by W. [sic.] Whitehurst, a silver medal.

Superior daguerreotype groups, by H. Pollock, a silver medal.

1850 November 15. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) November 15, 1850, Vol. XXVII, No. 155, P. 2.

Marks’ Daguerrian Gallery.—Our friends wanting Daguerreotypes should bear in mind that Mr. Marks has removed from the corner of South to No. 159 Baltimore street, where he has an elegantly furnished gallery, and is prepared to make likenesses which cannot fail to please the most fastidious. Call and see him.

1850 November 16. Baltimore Patriot and Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) November 16, 1850, Vol. 81, No. 118, Whole No. 11,206, P. 3.

H. R. Marks’ Improved Sky Light Daguerrian Gallery, 159 Baltimore Street. Highest Premium Awarded by the Maryland Institute, in 1849, and the Silver Medal in 1850, for the Finest Daguerreotypes exhibited.

Mr. Marks tenders his thanks to the public for the liberal patronage hitherto received, and hopes that his change of location will tend to increase the number of his patrons as his new gallery affords the most superior facilities for taking likenesses.

Likenesses taken in any weather, and pictures of all kinds correctly copied.

Instructions given in the Art.

1850 November 18. Baltimore Patriot and Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) November 18, 1850, Vol. 81, No. 119, Whole No. 11,206, P. 3.

Likenesses taken in any weather, and pictures of all kinds correctly copied.

Instructions given in the Art.

Advertisement ran from November 18,1850 to June 27, 1851.

1850 December 7. Baltimore Patriot and Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) December 7, 1850, Vol. 81, No. 135, Whole No. 11,214, P. 2.

Jenny L First Concert—Sal Tickets.—The sale of tickets at auction, this morning by Gibson & Co., at the Theatre, was attended by a very large number of persons, and the bidding was quite spirited up to the time we left.

Mr. J. H. Whitehurst, daguerreotypist in Baltimore street, was the purchaser of the first choice, for which he paid $100, premium. He choose 1005, immediately in front of the stage, in the first tier of the dress circle.

The seats in the parquette beginning at No. 1, were then offered, and the first four were taken by H. R. Marks, daguerreotypist, Baltimore street, at $4 premium each.

1850 December 9. American and Commercial Daily Advertiser. (Baltimore, Maryland.) December 9, 1850, Vol. CII, No. 15,953, P. 3.

Jenny Lind Concert—Auction Sale or Seats.—The sale by auction of the seats for the first concert to be given tonight by Jenny Lind, took place at the Front Street Theatre on Saturday morning. As the hour for the commencement of the sale approached the theatre began rapidly to fill up, and soon every part of the house, except the parquette into which the crowd was not admitted, was closely occupied by an eager and excited assemblage. Diagrams were distributed through the house showing the location of the different seats, and at 10 o’clock Mr. Gibson, of the firm of Gibson & Co., auctioneers, took his stand and commenced the sale. He stated that the bids made would be bona fide ones, no one having been employed to in any way advance the price of seats by making fictitious bids. The price of $3 had been fixed on every seat in the house and the amount offered by each bidder would be a premium over and above this stated price, and the purchaser of each seat would have the privilege of taking any number of seats not exceeding fifteen in one lot.

The regulations of the sale having been thus announced, the choice of the first seat in the house was offered. A momentary pause ensued when a bid of $10 premium was made, followed rapidly by bids from different parts of the house of $25, $50, $75, and $100. No bid higher than $100 being offered, after calling it for some time, it was finally knocked down at that sum, and Mr. J. H. Whitehurst, proprietor of the daguerrian gallery, was announced as the successful purchaser. The announcement was greeted with considerable cheering and applause, with cries of “Whitehurst,” “Whitehurst,” “show him up,” &c. Mr. W., however, not being in the house, the desire of the audience could not be gratified. The agent of Mr. Whitehurst selected as the choice seat No. 1005, the first seat on the front bench of the box on the right hand of the entrance to the parquette; a conspicuous location, but not, we should judge, the most comfortable or agreeable in the house. He subsequently secured the adjoining seats for Mrs. Whitehurst at a premium of $6.50.

The sale of the seats in the parquette was then commenced, beginning at No. 1 and continuing on to No. 516, with the exception of a number of seats reserved for the press. The first seat sold in the parquette was bid in by Mr. H. R. Marks at a premium of $1…

1850 December 12. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) December 12, 1850, Vol. XXVIII, No. 21, P. 2.

Marks’ Daguerreotypes.—Our friends in want of superior Daguerreotypes should not forget that Mr. Marks has removed from the corner of South to No. 159 Baltimore street, where he has an elegantly furnished Gallery, with a large, improved Sky Light, and every facility for making the most satisfactory likenesses. Mr. Marks was awarded the highest premium by the Maryland Institute, in 1849, and the Silver Medal in 1850; and these are evidences of merit which none will question. Call and see him.

1850 December 23. Baltimore Patriot and Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) December 23, 1850, Vol. 81, No. 148, Whole No. 11,227, P. 3.

Holiday Gifts, &c…

Daguerreotype Galleries.

H. R. Marks, No. 159 Baltimore street.

J. H. Whitehurst, 209 Baltimore street.

S. N. Carvalho, 205 Baltimore street.

At all of these establishments many beautiful presents are to be found, and the proprietors are all worthy of the patronage and confidence of the public.

1851 January 7. Baltimore Patriot and Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) January 7, 1851, Vol. 82, No. 6, Whole No. 11,239, P. 2.

Marks’ Daguerreotypes.—We observe that the Daguerreotype Gallery of H. R. Marks has been removed from the corner of South Street to No. 159 Baltimore street, nearly opposite the Museum. Mr. M. has been amongst us four years: shortly after his arrival he was recognized by the superior excellence of his pictures, as the first in his profession. It was not long before the Maryland Institute endorsed the public opinion by awarding him the highest premium at their annual exhibition; and they have continued their preference from year to year.

By the last decision he received the highest medal for the best miniature daguerreotypes, and stands at the head of the list: he made no claim to excellence in daguerreotype Portraits. There are many who can cast powerful masses of light and shade as well as Mr. Marks; but the exquisite lining, the delicate finish of feature and drapery, and above all the exact fidelity of his impressions, are all unrivalled. They remind one rather of the minute touching of a master pencil, than of the rapid seal of the sun.

We recommend that accomplished artist to all who visit us—to the community he is already known. He will always be the favorite of those who wish the perfect reflection of themselves or their friends, rather than an uncertain, though well meaning shadow. Mr. Marks’ present rooms are spacious, and furnished with great taste and elegance. He has a large improved skylight, which may impart to his present works even an additional charm.

1851 January 8. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) January 8, 1851, Vol. XXVIII, No. 43, P. 2.

Marks’ Daguerreotypes.—We take pleasure in calling the attention of our readers to the popular gallery of Mr. H. R. Marks, No. 159 Baltimore st., Mr. Marks has for years occupied an enviable position in his profession, and at the two last exhibitions of the Maryland Institute he received the highest honors awarded to Daguerreotypists, for the superiority of his pictures.—We cheerfully recommend him to all, with the conviction that his likenesses cannot fail to please the most fastidious.

1851 February 12. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) February 12, 1851, Vol. XXVIII, No. 72, P. 2.

Marks’ Daguerreotypes.—We have just seen some very superior and highly finished Daguerreotypes from the popular establishment of Mr. Marks, No. 150 [sic.] Baltimore street, and must say we have never seen them surpassed. Mr. M. continues to receive the preference of a large class of our community, and should always do so as long as his pictures equal those shown to us. Call and examine his specimens, and judge for yourselves.

1851 March 15. Baltimore Patriot and Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) March 15, 1851, Vol. 82, No. 64, Whole No. 11,297, P. 2.

Beautiful Daguerreotypes.—If any of our readers wish to see the perfection to which the art of the Daguerreotyping has been brought within a few years, they can be gratified by a visit to the gallery of Mr. Marks, in Baltimore street, opposite the museum. Mr. M. has given much time and attention to this beautiful art; and truly has been well rewarded, to judge from the many elegant copies of “familiar faces” that grace the walls of his gallery. His pictures present a freshness and a glowing vividness of feature, that at once impress the beholder with the belief that they are the work of one who is perfect master of his craft, and who knows how to use his tools in such way as to receive the best return for his labor. Mr. Marks received the silver medal at the last fair of the Maryland Institute, for the best Miniature Daguerreotypes on exhibition—a tribute to skill which was well deserved, as all will say who will examine his pictures. Mr. Marks and assistants are polite and attentive, and none who visit him will come away without being fully satisfied with the equivalent received.

1851 April 11. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) April 11, 1851, Vol. XXVIII, No. 122, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—We have lately seen some very fine Daguerreotypes from the establishment of Mr. Marks, No. 159 Baltimore street, which we think superior to any specimens of the art we have ever seen. Mr. Marks has twice received the highest honors awarded by the Maryland Institute for the unequalled excellence of his pictures, and, since his removal to his new gallery, he has enjoyed greater facilities than before for the production of likenesses suitable in the taste of all. Those wanting Daguerreotypes should call and examine his specimens.

1851 June 28. Baltimore Patriot and Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) June 28, 1851, Vol. 82, No. 154, Whole No. 11,388, P. 3.

Likenesses taken in any weather, and pictures of all kinds correctly copied.

Instructions given in the Art.

Advertisement ran from June 28, 1851 to February 4, 1852.

1851 October 1. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) October 1, 1851, Vol. XXIX, No. 115, P. 2.

Premium Daguerreotypes.—We take pleasure in calling attention to the popular Gallery of Mr. Marks, No. 159 Baltimore street, where we recommend all persons to call who wish to secure an unmistakable likeness of themselves or their friends. Mr. Marks has twice received the highest honors of the Maryland Institute, and is daily producing Daguerreotypes which have never been surpassed.

1851 October 15. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) October 15, 1851, Vol. XXIX, No. 126, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—Those of our readers who want an excellent likeness, cannot do better than call at Mr. Marks’ Gallery, No. 159 Baltimore street.

1851 October 21. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) October 21, 1851, Vol. XXIX, No. 131, P. 2.

Marks’ Daguerreotypes.—We take pleasure in calling attention to the popular gallery of Mr. H. R. Marks, No. 159 Baltimore street. Mr. Marks has for years occupied an enviable position in his profession, and at the two last exhibitions of the Maryland Institute he received the highest honors awarded to Daguerreotypists, for the superiority of his pictures.—We cheerfully recommend him to all, with the conviction that his likenesses cannot fail to please the most fastidious.

1851 December 3. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) December 3, 1851, Vol. XXX, No. 13, P. 2.

Notice.—The interest of H. R. Marks, in Marks’ Daguerrean Gallery, No. 159 Baltimore Street, ceased by sale of the establishment on the first of this month.

The business will continue to be conducted, as formerly, by his accomplished operator, Mr. John R. Tankersley.

Advertisement ran from December 3 to 5, 1851.

1851 December 25. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) December 25, 1851, Vol. XXX, No. 13, P. 2.

Christmas And New Year.—We have occasion this morning to add to our notice of holiday houses, which abound in all parts of the city…

Daguerreotypes.—These are things which constitute an enduring and appropriate memento of the season, and should have their place in the familiar relations of the day. We observe that several of the successful artists in this line, are before the public, amongst whom Messrs. Pollock, 155 Baltimore street, Whitehurst, 205 Baltimore streets, Marks, 159 Baltimore street, Marsters, in Lexington between Howard and Eutaw streets, are prominent.

1852 April 10. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) April 10, 1852, Vol. XXX, No. 123, P. 2.

Mr. Marks’ reputation as an artist is well known to the citizens of Maryland, he having twice received the highest honor of the Maryland Institute; and it is only necessary that his return amongst us should be known to insure him a large share of patronage. Gallery 158 Baltimore street.

1852 April 29. Baltimore Patriot and Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) April 29, 1852, Vol. 84, No. 103, Whole No. 11,652, P. 2.

H. R. Marks’ Premium Daguerrean Gallery, No. 159 Baltimore Street, Having Twice Been Awarded the Highest Premium by the Maryland Institute, for the eminent superiority of his Pictures, Mr. Marks can confidently assure all who want an accurate Likeness, combining every requisite of a finished work of art, that they can get it at his Gallery.

Mr. M. has also the satisfaction of announcing that he has recently added to his collection a complete Daguerreotype View Of The City Of San Francisco, taken by himself, and Seventeen Japanese Mariners, Who were picked up in distress off the coast of Japan, and brought into San Francisco, whence they were sent home on board an American sloop-of-war.

Likenesses taken in any weather. Satisfaction guarantied in all cases.

Advertisement ran from April 29, 1851 to March 26, 1853.

1852 May 15. Baltimore Patriot and Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) May 15, 1852, Vol. 84, No. 117, Whole No. 11,666 P. 3.

We observed with great pleasure the return of our gifted townsman, Mr. H. R. Marks. During his absence he has enriched his gallery with a complete view of San Francisco, so exquisitely reflected, that the horses, chaises, and other minute objects on the distant hill tops, are distinctly discernible. We have no hesitation in saying that it gives by far the most accurate and instructive representation of this new city of promise, which has risen like Aladdin’s palace, upon our gold-veined peninsula.

Another feature, even more attractive at this moment, is a frame containing the portraits of seventeen Japanese sailors, in their native costumes, who were recently picked up at sea and brought into San Francisco. This picture is a most interesting study: we have before us the very fellows whom we mean to drub, if necessary, into a little civilization and brotherhood. Some few of the faces are characterzed [sic.] by refinement and great ability, whilst others exhibit a monkey look of degeneracy. But it is a curious and interesting comparison.

We are most happy, also, to welcome Mr. Marks back to the city, which possess so many tokens of his skill, and we recommend him to the patronage of all who desire the likeness of those they love, accomplished with all the delicacy, and more than the fidelity of the finest miniature.

1852 June 1. Baltimore Pathfinder, Traveler’s Guide, and Business Register. (Baltimore, Maryland.) June 1, 1852, Vol. 1, No. 19, P. 3.

Daguerrean Galleries.

Marks, R. H. 159 Baltimore.

Marsters, J. D. 147 Lexington st.

Perkins & Bro., 211 Baltimore st.

Perkins’s Rooms, Franklin Hall Building, 1 North street.

Pollock, 155 Baltimore

Whitehurst, J. H. 297 Baltimore.

Daguerrean Stock.

King, F. W. & R. 33 South.

Wisong, Wm. A. 2 N. Liberty.

1853 January 22. Illustrated News. (New York, New York.) January 22, 1853, Vol. 1, No. 4, P. 57.

Three illustrations, (after daguerreotypes) of 18 Japanese Sailors. 1. Tametho. 2. Hecotho, (Cabin Boy). 3. Montho, (Captain.) 4. Geesahkoo, 5. Simpay. 6. Ewatho. 7. Simoatch, (Cook). 8. Drehecho. 9. Keotho. 10. Commetho. 11. Kechetho. 12. Ahsahgodro. 13. Commetho. 14. Saypatch. 15. Ekotho. 16. Jimpatch, (2d Mate). 17. Yasatahro. 18. Chonowski, (Mate).

Japanese Sailors. From Daguerreotype By H. R. Marks, Md. Everything relating to Japan is now interesting, and we have deemed ourselves fortunate in obtaining a series of daguerreotypes of the crew of the Japanese Junk, picked up in the month of December 1850, by the Bost bark Auckland. The junk had sailed from the city of Jeddo, on the 25th day of the 10th moon of October. On the 16th day after leaving Jeddo, a storm arose, which lasted with little intermission for fifty-two days. On the 21st of December they were, however, so happy as to be discovered by the crew of the Auckland, and were taken on board. Fearing to remain in their junk, they disembarked in such haste as to leave on board the sum of 4.000 dollars. The captain of the Auckland “hove to,” and endeavored to board the junk, but unsuccessfully, and therefore kept on a course to San Francisco. After arrival, the Japanese remained for twenty-four days on board the Bark, and were finally transferred to the U. S. R. bark Polk. While on board the latter, the daguerreotypes were taken, by Mr. H. R. Marks, of Baltimore, Md., from whom we have received them. The portraits above are faithful copies. These are believed to be the first daguerreotypes of Japanese individuals ever taken, and as such, possess uncommon interest…

1853 February 18. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) February 18, 1853, Vol. XXXII, No. 79, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—Among the most interesting daguerreotypes we have seen. Are the Japanese

and views of San Francisco, brought by Mr. Marks from California, and to be seen at his gallery, No. 159 Baltimore street. Mr. Marks’ skill as a daguerreotypist is well known to our citizens, he having twice received the highest honors of the Maryland Institute. All who want good pictures will know where to get them.

1853 March 15. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) March 15, 1853, Vol. XXXII, No. 102, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—Likenesses of superior tone and finish can be procured at Marks’ Gallery, No. 159 Baltimore street, six doors above Calvert.

1853 March 25. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) March 25, 1853, Vol. XXXII, No. 111, P. 2.

Daguerreotyped Japanese.—At this moment, when public attention is directed to Japan, we are reminded of the fact that the crew of a Japanese trading junk, blown to sea in 1850, was picked up by the U. S. Revenue bark, “Polk,[4]” and brought into the harbor of San Francisco. While lying there, Mr. H. R. Marks of this city, who was at that time in San Francisco, obtained daguerreotype pictures of the whole party, and brought them home with him. They present quite an interesting subject for the contemplation of the physiognomist, and afford to us all an intelligent idea of the external aspect of the race.

1853 March 29. Baltimore Patriot and Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) March 29, 1853, Vol. 84, No. 103, Whole No. 11,652, P. 2.

H. R. Marks’ No. 159 Baltimore Street, Having Twice Been Awarded the Highest Premium by the Maryland Institute, for the eminent superiority of his Pictures, Mr. Marks can confidently assure all who want an accurate Likeness, combining every requisite of a finished work of art, that they can get it at his Gallery.

Likenesses taken in any weather. Satisfaction guarantied in all cases.

Advertisement ran from March 29, 1853 to February 23, 1854.

1853 May 28. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) May 28, 1853, Vol. XXXIII, No. 9, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—For clearness, beauty of finish, and fidelity of likeness, Mr. Marks’ pictures are unsurpassed. All who want likenesses should call at his gallery, No. 159 Baltimore st.

1853 May 28. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) May 28, 1853, Vol. XXXIII, No. 9, P. 2.

Boy Wanted.—One of pleasing manners, and who can come recommended for steadiness and honesty, may obtain an agreeable situation by applying at Marks’ Daguerrean Gallery, No. 159 Baltimore street.

1853 August 2. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) August 2, 1853, Vol. XXXIII, No. 64, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—The best pictures are always the cheapest and all who want a correct likeness are recommended to Mr. Marks’ gallery, No. 159 Baltimore st., where they can get pictures to please them.

1854 October 30. Alabama Planter. (Mobile, Alabama.) October 30, 1854, Vol. VIII, No. 48, P. 2.

Daguerreotyping.—Our Daguerreotype artists have been making improvements for an extensive business the coming winter.

The art, we believe, was first introduced into Mobile by Mr. Barnes, who attained great distinction in it. Indeed, we believe, it may be said that his success has been so great that he has accumulated a fortune.

He was followed by numerous other persons, but the only establishments besides his are those of the Messrs. Stanton and Mr. Marks. The former have their rooms on the south side of Dauphin way, entering by the same steps which lead to the printing office of the Tribune. They have erected a large glass front, which will enable them to obtain an excellent light for their operations.

Mr. Marks, at the southeast corner of Dauphin and Royal streets, has been here about a year. He comes from Baltimore with the prestige of success and one or two medals from the great fairs. He has also changed the externals of the building he occupies and has made a large skylight which is very complete. His rooms are elegantly fitted up, and the numerous pictures which decorate his walls are a sufficient proof of his great skill in the art. He has a series of very striking Daguerreotype views of San Francisco, taken by himself, and exhibiting that place by sections which, joined together, make a complete picture of the entire city, in which the minutest detail of every house tree, and street, and shipping, &c., is given with surprising clearness. The name on some of the signs can be easily read by the naked eye.

We are satisfied that there are o more exquisitely executed pictures any where than those which our Daguerreotypists are ready to take; and we commend them to our country friends who, doubtless, this winter will liberally patronize this very beautiful art. Let them visit the galleries of our artists and see how difficult it is to resist the desire to have their pictures taken.

[1] Directory Of Maryland Photographers 1839-1900. By Ross J. Kelbaugh. And Baltimore newspapers.

[2] Shot in Alabama A History of Photography 1839-1941 And A List Of Photographers. By Frances Osborn Robb.

[3] Catching Shadows A Directory of 19th Century Texas Photographer, By Davis Haynes.

[4] Left New York on 5 April 1850 and arriving at San Francisco on 27 September 1850.

Mallon, Maurice M.

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1853 294 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina.

1853 Thespian Hall, Mozart Hall Building, Wilmington, North Carolina.¹

1854 Over Fisher & Agnew’s Store, Columbia, South Carolina.[2]

1855 Rooms at Mrs. M. Adams’, Greensboro, North Carolina.

1856-1857 Address Unknown, Raleigh, North Carolina.

1857 Odds Fellows Hall, Beaufort, North Carolina.

1857-1859 Rooms at the Odd Fellows’ Hall, Tarboro’, North Carolina.

1859 Rooms over Mr. J. M. Mathews’ Jewelry Store, Elizabeth City, North Carolina.

1865 Bank Street, Old Post Office Building, Bridgeport, Connecticut.

1866-1870 Main Street, near County House, Flemington, New Jersey.[3]

1853 February 15. The Charleston Daily Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) February 15, 1853, Vol. LI, No. 16345, P. 4.

Passengers. Per steamer C. Vanderbilt from Wilmington, N. C.—…M. M. Mallon…

1853 March 31. The Charleston Daily Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) March 31, 1853, Vol. LI, No. 16382, P. 2.

M. M. Mallon 294 King-street, is doing a fair business with furnishing the public with his $1.50 Pictures, Call in and see him. 294 King-Street.

1853 April 5. The Charleston Daily Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) April 5, 1853, Vol. LI, No. 16386, P. 2.

Mallon’s Crayon Daguerreotypes Are universally acknowledged to be the finest ever produced.

Daguerreotypes taken in the highest style of the art, and warranted, for $1.50, at Mallon’s Great North, Sky and Side Light, 294 King-street.

1853 April 6. The Charleston Daily Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) April 6, 1853, Vol. LI, No. 16387, P. 2.

A Grand Chance To Engage In Business.—Any Young Man having 3 or $500 can learn of a good genteel business, yielding a large percentage. For full particulars enquire of M. M. Mallon, 294 King-st.

1853 April 8. The Charleston Daily Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) April 8, 1853, Vol. LI, No. 16391, P. 4.

Per U. S. M. steam ship Osprey, for Philadelphia…M.M. Mallon…

1853 April 8. The Charleston Daily Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) April 8, 1853, Vol. LI, No. 16390, P. 2.

Good Enough For Any, And Cheap Enough For All. Mallon is still issuing fine Daguerreotypes, put up in beautiful Morocco Cases for $1.50, at his Daguerrean Rooms, 294 King-street, opposite Liberty-street.

1854 July 22. The Daily Journal. (Wilmington, North Carolina.) July 22, 1854, Vol. 3, No. 272, Whole Number 889, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes. Mr. J. H. Whitehurst, (the well known Artist,) would respectfully inform the inhabitants of Wilmington and vicinity, that he has had his rooms thoroughly overhauled, and furnished in the best style, with all the latest improvements in the art. By his arrangement of light, the eye is made to look life-like, however light it may be the features prominent—the dress clear and distinct—thus producing a Picture superior to those very black or pale likenesses usually taken by itinerant operators with an ordinary light. He has also succeeded in procuring the valuable services of the celebrated Artists, Mr. M. M. Mallon, who will be happy to wait on all who may favor him with a call.—Rooms open from 8 A.M., to 6 P. M., at Mozart Hall, over Polly & Hart’s store, Front street.

Advertisement ran from July 22 to September 23, 1854.

1854 July 28. Wilmington Journal. (Wilmington, North Carolina.) July 28, 1854, Vol. 10, No. 47, P. 3.

Advertisement ran from July 28 to September 22, 1854.

1853 August 8. The Charleston Daily Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) August 8, 1853, Vol. LI, No. 16491, P. 4.

Per U. S. M. steam ship Osprey, for Philadelphia—…M. M. Mallon…

1854 December 12. The Daily Herald. (Wilmington, North Carolina.) December 12, 1854, Vol. 1, No. 238, P. 2.

Wilmington, Dec 9th, 1854. Mr. Editor:—It is well known that Mr. Whitehurst’s enterprise, as a Daguerrean Artist, is second to that of none other in the Union. Not only has he branches established in many of our principal cities; but his reputation is known throughout the land; and the Medals which have been awarded him by competent Judges, are but a simple tribute to the triumphs of well-directed talent.

But, one word with special reference to his Wilmington Gallery, and the intelligent and accomplished operator Mr. Mallon, who seems to have an inveterate habit of casting delicate reflections by the plate full. Having frequently visited Mr. Mallon’s rooms, I became much impressed with an opinion of his superior merits as an artist. His pictures in tone, beauty and finish, rank high; while his frank, unassuming and courteous manners, cannot, I am sure, fail of winning the respect and patronage of those who may make his acquaintance. A prominent feature of his rooms, is a neatness that I’ve rarely witnessed in any of the galleries visited in my travels. Surely, thought I, Mr. Mallon’s gallery in the place where youth and loveliness go to get a correct semblance of life; and, judging by the pictures I saw, I am of opinion that Wilmington is not a whit behind her sister cities in the beauty of her fair daughters. I would advise all who desire a correct, life-like picture, to call on Mr. Mallon at once, whose long experience in connection with one of the first galleries in New York city, is the surest guarantee of his ability as a Daguerrian Artist.

This simple notice has been written without the knowledge or consent of Mr. Mallon, believing that his real merit deserves this word of commendation. F.

1855 November 9. The Greensboro Patriot. (Greensboro, North Carolina.) November 9, 1855, Vol. XVII, No. 856, P. 3.

We invite attention to the advertisement in another column of Mr. Mallon, Daguerreotypist. From the recommendations he has received through the public prints, we opine he is amply qualified to execute likenesses second to none.

1855 November 9. The Greensboro Patriot. (Greensboro, North Carolina.) November 9, 1855, Vol. XVII, No. 856, P. 3.

Facts are Stumbling Blocks—Nevertheless tis true you can now procure a beautiful Daguerreotype of yourself or friends for one dollar.

The subscriber would inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Greensboro’ and vicinity, that he has taken rooms at Mrs. M. Adams’ where he will be pleased to see all who may wish to secure an unfading likeness, or one of those almost living, breathing, speaking Stereoscopic pictures, he has a fine assortment of fancy and all other styles of Cases and frames on hand, all of which will be filled with Daguerreotypes and sold on moderate terms. With his long experience in the art, and the improvements in chemicals and aparatuses [sic.], he has in his possession, he feels confident that he will be able to please the most fastidious. As his stay will be but short, he trusts that all will visit his rooms and examine his stock and specimens whether they may wish pictures or not. M. M. Mallon.

1856 April 5. Semi-Weekly Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) April 5, 1856, Vol. VI, No. 39, P. 3.

Co-Partnership. T. J. Havens Having Associated With him M. M. Mallon, principal operator for many years the celebrated Whitehurst Premium Gallery, Baltimore, Md., and latterly of Willington, N. C., for the purpose of carrying on the Daguerrean and Photographic business in all its various branches, under the firm of Havens & Mallon; they are happy to announce to the citizens of Raleigh that they have completed arrangements with a gentleman in Philadelphia, one of the best artist in the Union, to color Photographs either in water or oil colors.

Daguerreotypes of Children taken by a new process in from 3 to 5 seconds. T. J. Havens. M. M. Mallon. Raleigh, April 3, 1856.

Advertisement ran from April 5 to October 4, 1856.

1856 April 9. Weekly North Carolina Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) April 9, 1856, Vol. XXII, No. 27, Whole No. 1119, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes of Children taken by a new process in from 3 to 5 seconds. T. J. Havens. M. M. Mallon. Raleigh, April 3, 1856.

1856 April 12. Semi-Weekly Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) April 12, 1856, Vol. VI, No. 41, P. 3.

If You Wish A True And faithful Likeness of yourself or friends, call and get one of those gems produced only at Havens & Mallon’s Photographic Gallery.

Notice.—All Persons Indebted To Me will please call and settle their accounts immediately, as further indulgence cannot be Given. T. J. Havens.

Advertisement was recorded twice on April 12 & 16, 1856.

1856 October 1. Semi-Weekly Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) October 1, 1856, Vol. VI, No. 90, P. 3.

“Oh wad some power the giftie gi’e us,

To see oursels as ithers see us.”

At the Daguerrean Gallery of Havens & Mallon your wish can be gratified.

Mr. Mallon, (Of The Firm,) Has Just returned from the Northern cities where he acquired all the new styles of Daguerreotyping, as well as the latest and most approved modus operandi of transferring the “human face divine” to Glass, in all the natural colors, known as Ambrotypes. Also, pictures on Ivory which cannot be surpassed.

Don’t forget that we color Ambrotypes as natural as life, and warrant a likeness.

We keep a large assortment of Daguerreotype and Ambrotype stock on hand which will be sold to the trade at the lowest cash price.

Bath Regulator. Havens & Mallon’s Nitrate of Silver Bath Regulator for Ambrotypes, to make an old Bath work as good as a new one, to prevent “fogging.” Specking, &c., will be sent to any part of the union. Freight pre-paid on the receipt of ten dollars. Raleigh, October 1, 1856.

Bath Regulator. Havens & Mallon’s Nitrate of Silver Bath Regulator for Ambrotypes, to make an old Bath work as good as a new one, to prevent “fogging,” specking, &c., will be sent to any part of the Union. Freight pre-paid on the receipt of ten dollars.

Advertisement ran from October 1, 1856 to February 18, 1857.

1856 October 1. Semi-Weekly Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) October 1, 1856, Vol. VI, No. 90, P. 2.

The Art Progressing.—We have been shown specimens of pictures styled Ambrotypes, taken At The Daguerrean Gallery of Havens & Mallon, which appear to be faultless likenesses. Mr. Mallon has just returned from the North, perfected in all the latest improvements in this rapidly advancing art. Ambrotyping in now supplanting the old system of Daguerreotyping, and with the beautiful effects produced by the recent discoveries in coloring, it bids fair to place portrait painting amongst the things that were. See advertisement in another column. Call at the Gallery and judge for yourselves.

1856 October 1. Weekly North Carolina Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) October 1, 1856, Vol. XXII, No. 48, Whole No. 1152, P. 3.

“Oh wad some power the giftie gi’e us,

To see oursels as ithers see us.”

At the Daguerrean Gallery of Havens & Mallon your wish can be gratified.

Don’t forget that we color Ambrotypes as natural as life, and warrant a likeness.

We keep a large assortment of Daguerreotype and Ambrotype stock on havd which will be sold to the trade at the lowest cash price.

Advertisement ran from October 1 to 8, 1856.

1856 October 18. Semi-Weekly Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) October 18, 1856, Vol. VI, No. 95, P. 3.

North Carolina State Fair… The annual Fair of the North-Carolina State Agricultural Society commenced, at the grounds near this city, on Tuesday last; and will close today, Friday… Floral Hall…

Specimens of the color-type likenesses by Mr. O. P. Copeland, Raleigh. Also, specimens of likenesses in ambrotype, by Messrs. Havens & Mallon, Raleigh. These likenesses, both by Mr. Copeland and by Messrs. Havens & Mallon, are elegantly done, and reflect credit on the taste and skill of the artist.

1856 October 22. Spirit Of The Age (Raleigh, North Carolina.) October 22, 1856, Vol. VIII, No. 8, P. 2.

The State Fair. The annual Fair of the North Carolina Agricultural Society, was held at the Grounds near this City, last Week…

Floral Hall was brilliant in specimens of the handiwork, &c…

Copeland’s wonderful Color-type likenesses; Havens’ ambrotypes;

1856 October 22. Weekly North Carolina Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) October 22, 1856, Vol. XXII, No. 41, Whole No. 1155, P. 1.

North Carolina State Fair… The annual Fair of the North-Carolina State Agricultural Society commenced, at the grounds near this city, on Tuesday last;…Floral Hall…

1856 October 29. Semi-Weekly Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) October 29, 1856, Vol. VI, No. 98, P. 3.

North Carolina State Fair. Report of Awarding Committees for the Fourth Annual Fair, held in Raleigh, October 1856….Sundries.

Best specimens of Ambrotypes, &c. Havens & Mellon, Raleigh, $10.

The Committee also mention as deserving of notice and praise…A lot of Ambrotypes by Messrs. Havens & Mallon, and of Color Daguerreotypes by Mr. Copeland…

1856 October 29. Weekly North Carolina Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) October 29, 1856, Vol. XXII, No. 42, Whole No. 1156, P. 2.

North Carolina State Fair. Report of Awarding Committees for the Fourth Annual Fair, held in Raleigh, October 1856….Works of Art, taste, Painting, &c….

The Committee also mention as deserving of notice and praise…A lot of Ambrotypes by Messrs. Havens & Mallon, and of Color Daguerreotypes by Mr. Copeland…

1856 November 5. Spirit Of The Age (Raleigh, North Carolina.) November 5, 1856, Vol. VIII, No. 10, P. 1.

North Carolina State Fair. Report of Awarding Committee for the Fourth Annual Fair, held in Raleigh, October 1856…

The Committee also mentioned as deserving of notice and praise…

A lot of Ambrotypes by Messrs. Havens & Mallon, and of colored Daguerreotypes by Mr. Copeland

Sundries.

Best specimens of Ambrotypes, &c. Havens & Mallon, Raleigh, $10.

1856 November 5. Weekly North Carolina Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) November 5, 1856, Vol. XXII, No. 43, Whole No. 1157, P. 4.

Phew! How tired a fellow feels! How sleepy I am, to be sure! I kinder sorter calculate “Old Rip” has had a nap broken during the past days of festivity, jollity, sunshine, rain and mud. Beg pardon for yawning in company; but it would have required a small patent jaw-breaker, to have restrained me from gaping in my present condition of somniferous oblivion. Speaking of “patents” puts one in mind of the “Fair”—not a “Patent Fair”—but of the “Masheens” that crowded the Fair Grounds. Wall yer see, as heow what particarly attracted my attention, was the “Floral Hall,” happy name that.—Makes us think of all kinds of flowers! Wall Flowers, and I guess yer deont oftent see many prettier wall flowers than was on exhibition by “Havens & Mallon.” Ay golly; but they were good! I laughed till I felt I was about to go off into a “hysterical decline” at one chap, who spoke to one of the “pictures,” thinking that one of the directors had got into a recess and was looking at him with sharp eyes. We scarce remember of ever having seen better likenesses—the eyes, the little curl of the lips, the construction of the brows, all were so minutely delineated by these inimitable daguerreans, that we do not blame the “chap” for speaking to any of them. Well I am mighty sorry I can’t keep my eyes open; but it is no go, so good-buy. Tempus Fuget Et Nos Run After It.

1856 December 20. Semi-Weekly Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) December 20, 1856, Vol. VII, No. 9, P. 3.

Holyday Presents.—Members of the Legislature and others in the city, contemplating a visit to their families and friends, duding the Christmas Holidays, could not carry home a more acceptable present than one of those beautiful life-like Ambrotypes taken at Haven & Mellon’s Gallery, sign of the flag, Fayetteville St.

1857 January 31. Semi-Weekly Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) January 31, 1857, Vol. VII, No. 20, P. 3.

North-Carolina Not Blind. We Have Received Some Very Fine photographic specimens executed by Messrs. Havens & Mallon, of Raleigh, N. C. The positive photographs show much artistic skill, and are notable for great depth, softness of contour, and for even balance of light and shade, while their ambrotypes compare favorably with those of our best artist in this city.

Photographic & Fine Art Journal, New York.

Are You Going Home! We regret To Learn That The General Assembly of North Carolina has determined to break up, and leave the City of Oaks in a few days more. Before the members take their final leave we would call their attention to a new style of pictures which we denominate the Cameotype, an invention of our own, and resembles what it name denotes. Call at our gallery, the only place where this beautiful style of picture can be procured, and which we warrant to endure. Havens & Mallon, Sign of the Flag. January 30, 1857.

Advertisement ran from January 31 to February 18, 1857.

1857 February 4. Weekly North Carolina Standard. (Raleigh, North Carolina.) February 4, 1857, Vol. XXII, No. 5, Whole No. 1170, P. 1.

Photographic & Fine Art Journal, New York.

1857 March 14. The Southerner. (Tarboro, North Carolina.) March 14, 1857, Vol. 6, No. 11, Whole No. 267, P. 2.

Cameotypes. The attention of the reader is directed to the advertisement of Messrs. Havens & Mallon. Those desirous of procuring life like Pictures, can now procure them in this beautiful style at a very moderate expense.

1857 March 14. The Southerner. (Tarboro, North Carolina.) March 14, 1857, Vol. 6, No. 11, Whole No. 267, P. 2.

Cameotypes! Splendid Pictures!! Something New. Cameotypes the latest and greatest discovery of the age! Havens & Mallon, From Raleigh, N. C.

Would inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Tarboro’ and vicinity, that they have taken Rooms at the Odd Fellows Hall, in Tarboro’, Where they are prepared to execute these beautiful Pictures in the highest style; the Cameotype is an invention of Mr. M. M. Mallon’s, and is all it is represented to be; they are more life-like as regards colors than any other style of Picture ever brought before the public, while at the same time they represent a stereoscopic effect, which can alone be equaled by the aid of a stereoscope, (yet no stereoscope is required;) while they are remarkably sharp and brilliant, giving a harmony in shade and tone which cannot be equaled by any other known process, and which no other artist can rival. We are also making Photographs and Ambrotypes, by the latest and most approved process. All persons wishing Pictures will do well to call soon, as our stay will be short, owing to other engagements.

N. B. Pictures taken in all kinds of weather in a few seconds, and put up in Lockets, Pins, Rings, or Cases to suit purchasers. H. & M. Tarboro’, March 12, 1857.

Advertisement ran from March 14 to May 16, 1857.

1857 April 4. The Southerner. (Tarboro, North Carolina.) April 4, 1857, Vol. 6, No. 14, Whole No. 270, P. 2.

Cameotypes!! The Last Call For one Week longer only. We have just received by Express from Baltimore, this day a beautiful Assortment of Cases, Frames, &c. Mad and fitted expressly for the Cameotype, and we would say to all those wishing one of those beautiful Pictures, come while you have an opportunity, as this is the last call. Havens & Mallon

1857 April 11. The Southerner. (Tarboro, North Carolina.) April 11, 1857, Vol. 6, No. 15, Whole No. 271, P. 2.

Beautiful Pictures. It will be seen by an advertisement, that Messrs. Havens & Mallon will continue taking Cameotypes a short time longer in this place. Their Pictures have excited general admiration.

1857 April 11. The Southerner. (Tarboro, North Carolina.) April 11, 1857, Vol. 6, No. 15, Whole No. 271, P. 2.

Cameotypes! Hang out our Banners on the outward Walls!! The cry is, Still they come!!!

Owing to the earnest solicitations of many citizens of Tarboro’, Havens & Mallon Have concluded to stay a short time longer—thus giving all an opportunity of obtaining one of those beautiful and life-like Pictures.

Advertisement ran from April 11 to May 16, 1857.

1857 May 23. The Southerner. (Tarboro, North Carolina.) May 23, 1852, Vol. 6, No. 21, Whole No. 277, P. 2.

Ambrotypes. We would direct the attention of those in want of beautiful and correct likenesses, to the advertisement of Mr. Mallon.

1857 May 23. The Southerner. (Tarboro, North Carolina.) May 23, 1852, Vol. 6, No. 21, Whole No. 277, P. 2.

Ambrotype Notice. I would state to the citizens of Tarboro’ and vicinity that I have re-opened my Gallery At Odd Fellows’ Hall, Where I will be pleased to wait on all who may wish Pictures to themselves or friends. And I would say to all those wishing likenesses, call soon as my time is limited to one week only.

All persons indebted to Havens & Mallon. Will confer a favor by calling immediately and settling up. M. M. Mallon. Tarboro’, May 20, 1857.

Advertisement ran from May 23 to June 27, 1857.

1857 June 24. Beaufort Journal. (Beaufort, North Carolina.) June 24, 1857, Vol. 1, No. 12, P. 2.

Who Wants A Likeness Taken? If you want a picture of yourself, your sweetheart, or any body else, call on Havens & Mallon, at the Odd Fellows Hall, where they will be pleased to attend to your wishes. See advertisement in another column.

1857 June 24. Beaufort Journal. (Beaufort, North Carolina.) June 24, 1857, Vol. 1, No. 12, P. 3.

Cameotypes. Splendid Pictures. Something New. Cameotypes the latest and greatest discovery of the age.

Havens & Mallon, From Raleigh, N. C. Would Inform The Ladies And Gentlemen of Beaufort and vicinity, that they have taken Rooms At The Odd Fellows Hall, in Beaufort, where they are prepared to execute these beautiful Pictures, in the highest style the Cameotypes, or Alto Relieno Pictures, is an invention of Mr. M. M. Mallon’s, and is all it is represented to be; they are more life-like as regards color than any other style of Picture ever brought before the public, while at the same time they represent a stereoscopic effect, which can alone be equalled by the aid of a stereoscope, (yet no stereoscope is required;) while they are remarkably sharp and brilliant, giving harmony in shade and tone which cannot be equalled by any other known process, and which no other artist can rival. We are also making Photographs and Ambrotypes, by the latest and most improved process. All persons wishing Pictures will do well to call soon, as our stay will be short, owing to other engagements.

N. B. Pictures taken in all kinds of weather in a few seconds, and put up in Lockets, Pins, Rings, or Cases to suit purchasers. H. & M.

1857 July 1. Beaufort Journal. (Beaufort, North Carolina.) July 1, 1857, Vol. 1, No. 13, P. 3.

Beautiful Pictures.—Improvements in the Daguerrean art, or sun-painting, have of late years been made, until the at has almost become perfect. Even the most accurate portrait painting can be rivalled.—No one should neglect an opportunity, when one occurs, of having his likeness taken, when it can be had at such a trifling cost, by this new an improved process; especially here, where one cannot go at all times, and sit for one. Mr. Mallon, late of the gallery of Havens & Mallory, of Raleigh, is now in this place, and is prepared to take likenesses at the lowest prices, in the most approved and perfect manner. His Daguerrean gallery in Raleigh was one of the best we have ever seen, and pictures taken by them, were pronounced unrivalled, and received the highest encomiums of praise from The New York Photographic Journal of Fine Arts; they also received the first and only premium at the State Fair of the Agricultural Society. We noticed that the old Daguerreotype has been almost entirely superseded by the new processes of taking pictures under the names of Ambrotype, Photograph, and Cameotype. By this last process, the pictures appear to stand boldly out, as it were, upon a light background, being more life-like, accurate and brilliant, than by any other process yet discovered. Besides, they will remain as brilliant and perfect for an unlimited time, as when first taken. The Cameotype is an invention of Mr. Mallon.

Mr. Mallon’s gallery is at the Odd Fellows Hall, where he is prepared to take pictures at all hours of the day, and in any weather. those wishing a perfect likeness would do well to give him a call immediately, as his stay here will necessarily be short owing to engagements elsewhere.

1858 January 23. The Southerner. (Tarboro, North Carolina.) January 23, 1858, Vol. 7, No. 4, Whole No. 312, P. 2.

Splendid Pictures! Only One Dollar!! Wake up! Edgecombe and look to your interest!!! It is a fact worth knowing, that a Dollar saved is a Dollar earned. The Subscriber having just returned from New York with a well assorted stock of all kinds of Cases, Frames, &c., suitable for Miniatures, which he purchased at a Bargain and consequently he can give the inhabitants of Tawboro’ and vicinity Pictures at very reduced prices. I am now making good Pictures, and putting them up in handsome morocco cases, for the unprecedented low price of One Dollar; thus giving the citizens of this community the advantages of any of our large cities in procuring a first class likeness of themselves or friends for a very low sum. I am making all styles of Photographs, Ambrotype! Melainotype!! Sperotype!!! Talbotype!!!! Cameotype!!!!! And The Crystal Miniature!!!! Which is the latest discovery. I am also making Likenesses on Patent Leather, which can be sent by mail the same as letter postage. M. M. Mallon

N. B. All persons wishing Pictures, will do well to call soon , as my stay is limited.

Advertisement ran from January 23 to April 3, 1858.

1858 January 23. The Southern. (Tarboro’, North Carolina.) January 23, 1858, Vol. 7, No. 4, Whole No. 312, P. 2.

Go To Mallon’s Gallery, Odd Fellow’s Hall, And have your picture taken before he leaves town. He has had 12 years experience in his business and has received from the State Agricultural Society the highest premium ever awarded in North Carolina for the best pictures ever produced in the State. He is making them as low as One Dollar.

Advertisement ran from January 23 to April 3, 1858.

1858 March 6. The Southern. (Tarboro’, North Carolina.) March 6, 1858, Vol. 7, No. 10, Whole No. 318, P. 2.

Pictures! Pictures!! The Last Call. I have just received, per Adams & Co.’s. Express, one of Holmes, Booth & Hayden’s celebrated first class Copying Cameras, Which enables me to take copies of any size required, from old Daguerreotypes and paintings, with the most minute correctness. Persons wishing any of this class of work well done which is so seldom done properly, can now have opportunity rarely met with.

I have also received a beautiful assortment of all kinds of Fancy and other Cases, With a choice lot of Medallions, Pins and signet Rings, all of which persons can have good likenesses of themselves or friends put into a reasonable prices.

N. B. None but first-class Pictures allowed to leave the Gallery.

Call soon at Odd Fellow’s Hall, or you will be too late. M. M. Mallon.

Advertisement ran from March 6 to April 3, 1858.

1858 June 19. The Southern. (Tarboro’, North Carolina.) June 19, 1858, Vol. 7, No. 25, Whole No. 333, P. 2.

M. M. Mallon Has just returned and opened his Ambrotype Gallery At his old quarters, Odd Fellows’ Hall, where he will remain a short time, thus giving persons an opportunity of procuring Pictures previous to his visit to the mountains.

1858 June 26. The Southerner. (Tarboro’, North Carolina.) June 26, 1858, Vol. 7, No. 26, Whole No. 334, P. 2.

Pictures! Pictures!! Positively the last Week. I will remain in Tarboro until July 6th, when other engagements compel me to leave. M. M. Mallon.

Advertisement ran from June 26 to July 10, 1858.

1858 December 18. The Southerner. (Tarboro, North Carolina.) December 18, 1858, Vol. 7, No. 51, Whole No. 359, P. 2.

Pictures! Mallon, the Ambrotypist, is in our town again, and we would say to those who wish to make a Christmas present to their friends that will be appreciated for years, go to his Gallery, Odd fellows’ Hall, and sit for your Picture.

1858 December 18. The Southerner. (Tarboro, North Carolina.) December 18, 1858, Vol. 7, No. 51, Whole No. 359, P. 2.

Pictures! Pictures!! M. M. Mallon, has just returned to Tarboro”, and opened his Ambrotype Gallery At the old stand, Odd Fellows’ Hall, where he is prepared with a fine assortment of stock to execute likenesses in the art, at prices varying from one dollar to twelve.

Advertisement ran from December 18, 1858 to January 15, 1859.

1859 February 19. The Southerner. (Tarboro, North Carolina.) February 19, 1859, Vol. 8, No. 7, Whole No. 367, P. 2.

Pictures! I have just received pew Adams & Co’s Express, a first class Apparatus, with a fine assortment of stock, thus giving all persons wishing Likenesses a most excellent opportunity of procuring them, ere I leave Tarboro’. I will remain for only one week only, owing to other engagements. Gallery at Odd Fellows’ Hall. M. M. Mallon.

Advertisement ran on February 19 & 26, 1859.

1859 June 21. The Democratic Pioneer. (Elizabeth City, North Carolina.) June 21, 1859, Vol. IX, No. 43, P. 2.

Pictures For The Millon. M. M. Mallon would inform the inhabitants of E. City and vicinity that he has rented the Rooms over Mr. J. M. Mathews’ Jeweler store, on Road street, third door from Main street, where he has a large sky light and side light, thus enabling him to give the citizens of this place a much better likeness than they have had heretofore. By this arrangement of light the eye is made to look life-like, however light it may be, the features prominent, the dress clear and distinct, thus producing a picture superior to those very black or pale likenesses usually taken by itinerant operators with an ordinary light. All styles of pictures taken, such as Ambrotypes, Cameotypes, Melainotypes, &c.

Prices from $1 to $10. The public are invited to call at the Gallery and examine specimens.

“State” please copy.

Advertisement ran on June 21 & 28, 1859.

1859 October 8. The Southerner. (Tarboro, North Carolina.) October 8, 1859, Vol. 8, No. 40, Whole No. 400, P. 2.

Photographic Likenesses. We notice our friend Mr. Mallon is in town again, and at his old stand Odd Fellow’s Hall, where he is taken likenesses on a new and improved plan. Mr. M. is a first-class Artist and the best we have ever had in this place if not the best in the State.

We would say to those who wish good Pictures to give him a call ere it is too late, as he anticipates leaving shortly.

1859 October 8. Southern Standard. (Tarboro’, North Carolina.) October 8, 1859, Vol. 8, No. 40, Whole No. 400, P. 2.

Ambrotypes And Photographs. M. M. Mallon, Is In Town and at his old stand, Odd Fellows’ Hall. Where he is prepared to take any and all styles of Pictures. He has just returned from New York with a beautiful assortment of stock such as plain and fancy Cases, Lockets, Ladies and Gentlemen’s Pins, and Rings, all of which he would be pleased to put Pictures in at reasonable prices. The public are invited to call soon, as I will remain but one week longer, owing to other engagements. M. M. Mallon.

Advertisement ran from October 8 to 15, 1859.

1865 January 27. Republican Farmer. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) January 27, 1865, Vol. LV, No. 2834, P. 3.

Something New. Mr. Mallon, the photographer, opposite the Post office, has shown us a picture, on porcelain, taken by him, which is truly wonderful. For distinctness of expression, and brilliancy of coloring, and yet, for delicacy and softness in general appearance, we remember of nothing that surpasses it. Portraits of this description will, we think, be preferred by most persons, to all others. See advertisement and give Mr. M. a call. It will afford him much pleasure to give you a look at the picture.

1865 April 28. Republican Farmer. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) April 28, 1865, Vol. LV, No. 2847, P. 3.

Something New In The Photographic Art. The Albatypes Or Porcelain Picture. The undersigned would respectfully call the attention the public to a new and beautiful style of Photographic Miniature, by him lately introduced to the citizens of Bridgeport. The picture is In Porcelain, and for durability, delicacy, clearness of outline, and brilliancy of coloring, surpasses the finest miniature in Ivory, Porcelain possesses no absolvent qualities and is not effected by atmospheric influences, nor by changes of temperature, so that the Picture Never Fades.

Indeed, this Gem Of Art must be seen to be appreciated, and we invite an inspection of its merits at the Gallery, where we shall take pleasure in showing it to those who may favor us with a call.

Carte De Visite’s and all other kinds of Photographs taken in our usual superior style at the Gallery, Old Post Office Building, Bank St. M. M. Mallon, Photographer. ap21.

Advertisement was recorded five times between April 28 to June 7, 1865.

[1] Partners with the Sun South Carolina Photographers 1840-1940. (Probably Jesse Harrison Whitehurst Gallery in Baltimore, Maryland.)

[2] Partners with the Sun & Craig’s Daguerreian Registry

[3] Gary Saretzky online list of New Jersey Photographers.

Kuhn, Frank

February 20, 2026AmbrotypesAmbrotypist, Baltimore Maryland, Charles Town Virginia, Frank Kuhn, Hape & Kuhnpioneeramericanphotographers

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.

King, B. F.

February 4, 2026DaguerreotypesB. F. King, Baltimore Maryland, Daguerreotypistpioneeramericanphotographers

1846-1848 Rooms at 217 Baltimore, Street, near Charles, Baltimore, Maryland.

1846 September 18. American Republican and Baltimore Daily Clipper. (Baltimore, Maryland.) September 18, 1846, Volume XV, No. 69, p. 3.

King’s Daguerrian Gallery, 217 Baltimore Street, (Near Charles.) The Oldest Establishment in the City. With light expressly adapted to the Art, the most superior Apparatus, and certain Chemicals, the Proprietor, by giving his constant personal attention to his profession, has been enabled to produce the most correct and beautifully toned Daguerreian Miniatures that have ever been exhibited.

Citizens and Strangers are invited to call and examine specimens.

Hours of operating from 9 A. M. to 5 P. M. Instructions given and all materials furnished.

Advertisement ran from September 18 to December 31, 1846.

1846 October 3. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) October 3, 1846, Vol. XIX, No. 120, P. 2.

Citizens and Strangers are invited to call and examine specimens.

Hours of operating from 9 A. M. to 5 P. M. Instructions given and all materials furnished.

Advertisement ran from October 3 to November 3, 1846.

1846 November 4. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) November 4, 1846, Vol. XIX, No. 147, P. 3.

King’s Daguerrian Gallery, 217 Baltimore Street, (Near Charles.) The oldest establishment in the city. With light expressly adapted to the Art, the proprietor, by giving his constant personal attention to his profession, has been enabled to produce the most correct and beautiful toned Daguerrian Miniatures that have ever been exhibited.

Portraits taken in cloudy weather.

Advertisement ran from November 4 to December 4, 1846.

1846 December 5. American Republican and Baltimore Daily Clipper. (Baltimore, Maryland.) December 5, 1846, Volume XV, No. 126, p. 2.

King’s Daguerrian Rooms. We paid a visit yesterday to the Daguerrian Gallery of Mr. King, No. 217 Baltimore, near Charles street, and inspected his numerous portraits and miniatures of various sizes. We recognized the Daguerreotypes of a number of our well known citizens, among them the following, taken in most admirable style: Messrs. Jonathan Meredith, Frederick Pinckney, B. H. Richardson, James V. Wagner, A. L. Fogg, A. G. Ridgely, Capt. Poor, of the Md. Cadets, Dr. Horwitz, Dr. A. F. Dulin and lady, Rev. Mr. Collins, Rev. Mr. Hildt, Rev. Mr. Keppler, Rev Mr. Shrigley, Rev. Mr. Jones, and the well-known “Razor Strop Man,” &c., &c. No Person, on visiting the Gallery, can fail to recognize some friend or acquaintance “as natural as life,” and be well pleased with the visit. Mr. King has an excellent room, with the best apparatus, and persons wishing their portraits or miniatures taken satisfactorily, cannot do better than give him a call.

1846 December 5. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) December 5, 1846, Vol. XX, No. 16, P. 2.

Portraits taken in cloudy weather.

Advertisement ran from December 5, 1846 to January 5, 1847.

1847 January 6. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) January 6, 1847, Vol. XX, No. 42, P. 3.

Portraits taken in cloudy weather.

Advertisement ran from January 6 to February 11, 1847.

1847 March 13. American Whig. (Baltimore, Maryland.) March 13, 1847, Vol. 1, No. 14, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures. The most perfect Daguerrian Miniatures that have ever been exhibited, are constantly being taken by King, at his Gallery, No. 217 Baltimore Street, near Charles. Citizens and Strangers, will be sure of being pleased, with correct and beautiful copies of themselves, by calling at the above number, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p. m. Satisfaction in all cases guaranteed.

Instructions given and all materials furnished.

1847 December 23. Baltimore Patriot And Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) December 23, 1847, Vol. 70, No. 149, Whole No. 10,703, P. 2.

A Gift.—Do you wish to present a friend with a suitable Christmas Present? Then call at King’s and get one of his beautiful finished Daguerreotypes. Miniatures are taken by him in a most superior style, and suited to a locket, frame or case, of any description, on the shortest notice, And Equal To Any In Country. Persons are invited to call and examine and judge for themselves.—Rooms 217 Baltimore St.

Advertisement ran from December 23, 1847 to January 3, 1848.

1848 April 8. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) April 8, 1848, Vol. XXII, No. 120, P. 2.

Those Beautiful Pictures.—Strangers would do well to call and get one of King’s Daguerreotypes before they leave the city. We know of no more beautiful presents to a friend than one of those much admired portraits, and we can recommend King’s likenesses as superior to others taken in Baltimore, in point of durability, distinctness and finish. Rooms 217 Baltimore street, near Charles.

1848 April 15. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) April 15, 1848, Vol. XXII, No. 126, P. 3.

The Name And Place.—We take great pleasure in referring our readers to Mr. King’s Daguerrean Establishment for superior Daguerreotypes. Strangers respectfully invited to call and examine some of the finest specimens of the art ever produced. His great skill in the art, together with his superior arrangement of light , enables him to produce those beautiful Portraits no where else seen. Call and see, at 217 Baltimore street.

1848 April 28. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) April 28, 1848, Vol. XXII, No. 137, P. 2.

King’s Daguerrian Rooms. The Oldest Establishment in the City. Likenesses, of rare merit, are daily executed at this establishment, in any style and any weather. The eye, the dress, and every expression of the countenance, are fully, naturally, and beautifully brought out in King’s Portraits.

Persons are invited to examine the specimens and judge for themselves.

Rooms 217 Baltimore St., near Charles.

Advertisement ran on April 28 & 29, 1848.

1848 May 22. Baltimore Patriot And Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) May 22, 1848, Vol. 71, No. 121, Whole No. 10,822, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. With Light expressly adapted to the Art, the most superior Apparatus, and certain Chemicals, Mr. King, by giving his constant personal attention to his profession, has been enabled to produce the most perfect and beautiful toned Daguerrian Miniatures that have ever been exhibited.

Opinions of the Peress—“Mr. King’s Pictures unite superior accuracy of likeness, rare grace, and delicacy of execution, in a remarkable degree.” American.

Rooms—217 Baltimore Street, near Charles. Remember the name—“King.” The oldest establishment in the city.

Advertisement ran from May 23 to 27, 1848.

1848 May 24. The Baltimore Clipper. (Baltimore, Maryland.) May 24, 1848, Col. XVIII, No. 114, P. 3.

Opinions of the Peress—“Mr. King’s Pictures unite superior accuracy of likeness, rare grace, and delicacy of execution, in a remarkable degree.” American.

Rooms—217 Baltimore Street, near Charles. Remember the name—“King.” The oldest establishment in the city. m3.

Advertisement was recorded three times between May 24 to June 1, 1848.

1848 October 23. Baltimore Patriot And Commercial Gazette. (Baltimore, Maryland.) October 23, 1848, Vol. 72, No. 91, Whole No. 10,957, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Portraits. King’s Gallery. 217 Baltimore Street, (near Charles.) Mr. King, by giving his constant personal attention to his profession, and by the use of certain improved Chemicals and the most superior Apparatus, with Light expressly adapted to the Art, is enabled to produce the finest toned and most beautiful Daguerreotype Miniatures that have ever been exhibited.

Opinions of the Peress—“Mr. King’s Pictures unite superior accuracy of likeness, rare grace, and delicacy of execution, in a remarkable degree.” American.

“In taking a faithful representation of the sitter, correct in resemblance, distinct in outline and finish in execution, Mr. King is unsurpassed.”—Patriot.

“Mr. King’s Miniatures are acknowledged, by good judges of the art, to be of the highest order in the scale of merit. They unite to a faithful likeness, a clear eye, distinct features, beautiful drapery, &c.”—Sun.

Remember the name—“King,” and the number 217 Baltimore Street. The oldest establishment in the city.

Advertisement ran from October 23 to November 20, 1848.

Jones, John

January 8, 2026DaguerreotypesBaltimore Maryland, Daguerreotypist, John Jonespioneeramericanphotographers

1848-1851 159 Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland.

1848 May 2. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) May 2, 1848, Vol. XXII, No. 140, P. 2.

Jones’ Daguerrian Gallery. No. 159 Baltimore Street, Opposite the Museum. If you wish a superior Daguerreotype, call at Jones’, where a perfect Likeness is given or no charge. Having the advantages of a fine North Light, an instrument with powerfully reflected light and shade, and a scientific knowledge of the Art, the pictures taken by him are unsurpassed, the outlines being distinct and the Eye perfect. Likenesses of the ages, sick or deceased taken at their residences. Paintings, Statuary and Daguerreotypes copied. Miniatures set in Rings, Lockets, &c. Mr. Jones requests particular attention to the life-like appearance of his colored likenesses, and the clear and natural expression of the Eye. Terms moderate.

Advertisement ran from May 2 to 29, 1848.

1848 May 4. American And Commercial Daily Advertiser. (Baltimore, Maryland.) May 4, 1848, Vol. XCVII, No. 10,958, P. 3.

Advertisement ran from May 4 to August 8, 1848.

1848 May 6. American And Commercial Daily Advertiser. (Baltimore, Maryland.) May 6, 1848, Vol. XCVII, No. 10,960, P. 3.

Improvement in Daguerreotyping.—We were shown, a few days since, a daguerreotype likeness, taken by Mr. Jones, No. 179 Baltimore street, opposite the Museum, which had been subjected to an improved process, of which Mr. J. claims to be the inventor. The effect of the process discovered by Mr. Jones is such that an ordinary daguerreotype subjected to it becomes ineffaceably fixed to the plate on which it is taken, and no rubbing with the hand, or with a wet or dry cloth will remove it. This invention cannot but be of great advantage in the using of daguerreotype plates by engravers, the chief obstacle to which has heretofore been the liability of defacing the impression even by the slightest touch. Now, however, the daguerreotype can be taken on a copper-plate, silvered over, and engraver can use the same plate, following the lines of the impression, and thereby make the likeness as unerring as that of the daguerreotype. Mr. Jones has been very successful in the pursuit of his art, as the many beautiful specimens with which his rooms are adorned abundantly testify.

1848 May 20. Indiana State Sentinel. (Indianapolis, Indiana.) May 20, 1848, Vol. III, No. 110, P. 2.

Daguerreotyping. An improvement in the art.—A discovery in the art of Daguerreotyping has lately been made by Mr. Jones in Baltimore. The discovery consists in a new method of taking daguerreotypes, which renders the impression indelibly fixed upon the plate, and not liable to be deface by handling—indeed they may be rubbed with a cloth without the slightest injury. One advantage resulting from this invention is, that likenesses can be taken on copper plate washed with silver, for the purpose of being engraved upon. In this way the artist is enabled to follow the most minute line of the picture, and thus secure an engraving as faithful as the daguerreotype itself.

1848 May 24. The Baltimore Clipper. (Baltimore, Maryland.) May 24, 1848, Vol. XVIII, No. 114, P. 3.

Advertisement was recorded three time between May 24 to June 1, 1848.

1848 May 25. Indiana State Sentinel. (Indianapolis, Indiana.) May 25, 1848, Vol. VII, No. 49, P. 1.

1848 May 26. Kalamazoo Gazette. (Kalamazoo, Michigan.) May 26, 1848, Vol. 15, No. 732, P. 2.

A daguerreotypist named Jones, of Baltimore, has made a discovery by which the daguerreotype impression is indelibly fixed on the plate, and not liable to be defaced by handling—indeed the plate may be rubbed with a cloth without receiving the slightest injury.

1848 June 15. New-York Baptist Register. (Utica, New York.) June 15, 1848, Vol. XXV, No. 20, P. 3.

Improvement.—A daguerreotypist, named Jones, of Baltimore, has made a discovery by which the daguerreotype impression is indelibly fixed on the plate, and not liable to be defaced by handling—indeed, the plate may be rubbed with a cloth without receiving the slightest injury.

1848 July 15. The Examiner. (Louisville, Kentucky.) July 15, 1848, Vol. II, Whole No. 57, P. 3.

1850 March 4. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) March 4, 1850, Vol. XXVI, No. 90, P. 2.

Jones’ Improved Combined Sky And Side Light Daguerrian Gallery, 159 Baltimore-St., between Calvert and Grant.

Persons wishing Daguerreotypes would do well to call and examine those taken by the combined light. It is arranged so that the light and shade can be blended with the utmost harmony, while the dress, eye, and every expression of the face, is naturally and beautifully represented.

Satisfaction given, or no charge. Post mortem cases promptly attended to. Jones, 159 Baltimore street, over Parr & Banks’ China store.

1850 June 4. The Baltimore Clipper. (Baltimore, Maryland.) June 4, 1850, Vol. XXII, No. 133, P. 3.

Jones Improved Combined Sky And Side Light Daguerrian Gallery, 159 Baltimore-St., between Calvert and Grant.

Mr. Jones invites the attention of the public to his improved combined light, (the only one in Baltimore,) the immense superiority of which has been fully tested by the most celebrated Daguerreotypists of other cities.

Sky-light pictures have been much objected to on account of the dark streak across the eyes, heavy shadow under the nose, chin, &c., which gives harsh expression, while those taken by the side-light are usually very dark on one side. These defects, however, have been entirely removed by the combined light, it being so arranged as to be strengthened or softened at pleasure, enabling the Artist to blend the light and shade so equally, as to give the picture a more perfect finish, than the finest painting.

Mr. J. has spared no pains or expense to render himself proficient in his profession, and as he devotes his personal attention to his business, to those who may call, he guarantees a perfect likeness, or no charge.

Portraits of the aged, sick, or deceased, promptly taken at their residences.

Advertisement was recorded on June 4 and October 23, 1850.

Israel, Stephen G.

December 17, 2025Ambrotypes, PhotographsAmbrotypist, Baltimore Maryland, Photographer, Stephen G. Israelpioneeramericanphotographers

1857-1858 Address Unknown, Baltimore, Maryland.

1857-1860 Over 91 Baltimore, Baltimore, Maryland.[1]

1858-1860 Over 125 West Baltimore, Baltimore, Maryland.[2]

1857 July. The Photographic And Fine Art Journal. July 1857, New Series Vol. IV, Old Series Vol. X, No. 7, P. 202.

Photography in Baltimore…

Mr. Israel, who does a thriving business, and takes a great many photographs and ambrotypes, and works them very successfully.

1857 September. The Photographic And Fine Art Journal. September 1857, New Series Vol. IV, Old Series Vol. X, No. 9, P. 263.

Photography in Baltimore…

Mr. Israel has one of Woodward’s Solar Cameras in operation, and from appearances does a good business. Last Saturday there was a grand Rail-Road jubilee of Western Visitors from Cincinnati, St. Louis, Chilicothe [sic.] Ohio. The military were all out, and the procession was grand. Many views were taken of it by the different galleries—Mr. Pollock, Mr. Israel, and Mr. Whitehurst, of these three gentlemen, they all did their own operating except Mr. Whitehurst…

1858 October 7. The Daily Exchange. (Baltimore, Maryland.) October 7, 1858, Vol. II, No. 195, P. 1.

The Institute Exhibition.—…On the left of the entrance upon the side of the hall, Mr. Israel displays an extensive collection of plain and colored photographs, ambrotypes, &c., embracing likenesses of many well-known citizens. These pictures possess a high order of merit.

1858 November 3. The Daily Exchange. (Baltimore, Maryland.) November 3, 1858, Vol. II, No. 218, P.1.

The Maryland Institute Exhibition, Closing Night. Address of the President, Sam’l Sands, Esq. The Award Of Premiums…Class No. 43.—

F. W. & R. King, for photographic view cameras and stereoscopic view cameras, Silver Medal;

S. G. Israel, for photographs in oil, water color, India ink and plain, and ambrotypes and photographic views on the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. Silver Medal.

D. L. Clark, for photographic view of Barbee’s Fisher Girl. Diploma.

1859 February 25. The Daily Exchange. (Baltimore, Maryland.) February 25, 1859, Vol. III, No. 313, P.1.

Photographs of Prisoners.—Mr. Israel, Photographist, at the request of the relatives of one of the prisoners confined in the jail, awaiting execution, took his apparatus to the prison on Wednesday for the purpose of taking Photographs. He succeeded in getting excellent pictures of Cropps, Corrie, Duvall, and the negro Cyphus. Cropps’ picture is particularly good. Gambrill and Ford refused to sit for theirs.

[1] Address and activity dates from Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

[2] Address and activity dates from Directory Of Maryland Photographers 1839-1900.

Hawkes, Benjamin Franklin

September 20, 2025Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, PhotographsAmbrotypist, Baltimore Maryland, Boston Massachusetts, Charlestown Massachusetts, Daguerreotypist, Photographer, Richmond Virginiapioneeramericanphotographers

1848 2 Chelsea Street, Charlestown, Massachusetts.[1]

1852-1853 113 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.¹

1855 77 Main Street, Richmond, Virginia.[2]

1857-1859 205 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland.[3]

1858 March 8. The Daily Exchange. (Baltimore, Maryland.) March 8, 1858, Vol. I, No. 13, P.1.

A paper was read by the Assistant Secretary from Benj. F. Hawks, No. 205 West Baltimore street, offering to make Photographs of such of the members as would call at his establishment…

1858 May 19. The Daily Exchange. (Baltimore, Maryland.) May 19, 1858, Vol. I, No. 75, P.3.

Arrival of the Steam Fire Engine.—The iron steam engine propeller Richard Willig, Capt. A. Claypool, of the Earickson line, which reached hear at a quarter before six yesterday morning, brought for the First Baltimore Hose Company the long looked for and much talked of steam fire engine….Mr. B. F. Hawkes, photographer, took advantage of the opportunity, and during the morning made a most excellent picture….

1858 July 16. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) July 16, 1858, Vol. XLIII, No. 52, P. 3.

Landlord’s Sale. By Virtue of a warrant of distress, issued at the suit of Robert Campbell, against the goods and chattels, lands and tenements of B. F. Hawkes, to me directed. I have seized and taken in distress all the estate, right, title, interest, property, claim and demand, in law and in equity, of the said B. F. Hawkes in and to Lot Of Household Furniture, together with Likenesses of public and private individuals in Ambrotypes, Photographs and Daguerreotypes, and lot of other articles too numerous to mention.

And I hereby give notice that on Monday, the 19th day of July, at 10 o’clock in the forenoon, I will offer for sale the said property, so seized and taken in distress, by public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, at the auction room of J. R. Chance, corner of Baltimore and Holiday streets. E. T. Baxter, Bailiff for Landlord. Jas. R. Chance, Auctioneer.

Advertisement ran from July 16 to 19, 1858.

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

[2] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

[3] Directory of Maryland Photographers 1839-1900.

Green, James

July 18, 2025DaguerreotypesBaltimore Maryland, Daguerreotypist, James Greenpioneeramericanphotographers

1839-1840 1 South Liberty, Baltimore, Maryland.

1839 October 31. American And Commercial Daily Advertiser. (Baltimore, Maryland.) October 31, 1839, Vol. LXXX, No. 14446, P. 2.

The Daguerreotype.—We have examined some specimens of the Daguerreotype, executed in this city by Mr. James Green, Philosophical Instrument Maker, No. 1 S. Liberty street. The pictures represent each a single object—the most distinct is that of a large house upon the corner of Baltimore and Liberty streets taken from the window of Mr. Green’s establishment upon a copper plate of some four inches by three. The outline of the image are perfect, and the letters of the sign attached to the building are tolerably distinct—particularly the name of Chas. H. Carroll on the upper part of the house which is occupier by Messrs. Carroll & Tinges.

Mr. Green was assisted in his experiments by Mr. Thos. Phillips. The details and mode of preparation were mostly of his own device in those particulars wherein the French accounts of the process were not minute. The light was received upon a prepared surface of muriate of silver precipitated upon a brass plate—not upon a silver plated surface as was the case in some of the French experiments. The impression is made permanent by a coating of varnish which protects the delicate tracery from the action of the atmosphere, and fixes the image in all its original distinctness.

Many improvements have been already made in this beautiful art, and now that the attention of ingenious persons is fairly turned towards it, we may with reason expect still farther progress in the way of facilitating the operation, and in bringing the invention fully into practical use. Mr. Green has every reason to be encouraged in his efforts towards this end, and we anticipate highly successful results from his well known ingenuity and industry. The specimens of his which we have seen are quite equal in distinctness and fidelity to any which have been executed in this country, if we may take those lately exhibited in New York and Philadelphia as the standards of attainment elsewhere.

1840 January 15. American And Commercial Daily Advertiser. (Baltimore, Maryland.) January 15, 1840, Vol. LXXXI, No. 14515, P. 2.

Painting With A Sunbeam. Mr. James Green, Philosophical and Mathematical Instrument maker, Liberty street, has succeeded in obtaining by the process of the Daguerreotype, a most accurate and well defined view of Liberty street from the intersection of Baltimore street up to Saratoga. We consider it one of the finest specimens of this beautiful art that has yet fallen under our notice. The impression is clear and distinct, bearing the faithful image of every object contained in the view, from the Liberty Fire Engine house in the foreground, to the dwelling of the Rev. Dr. Wyatt, and the dome and spires of the cathedral in the distance. Mr. G.’s preserving efforts have reaped an abundant reward in the success of this attempt. The difference is very striking between this finished specimen and some of the earlier pieces which we saw in his possession during the course of his first experiments.

Fontayne, Charles

May 11, 2025Daguerreotypes, Patent, PhotographsBaltimore Maryland, Cincinnati Ohio, Cleveland Ohio, Daguerreotypist, Fontayne & Porter, James F. Ryder, New York City, Photographerpioneeramericanphotographers

1844-1845 268 Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland.

1846-1847 30 West Fourth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio.

1847-1852 30 & 32 West Fourth, Cincinnati, Ohio.

1853 6 West Fourth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio.[1]

1855 6 West Fourth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio.

1856-1857 Over Merchants’ Bank, Cleveland, Ohio

1857-1858 Address Unknown, New York, New York.¹

1859 Address Unknown, Cincinnati, Ohio.

1843 November 13. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) November 13, 1843, Vol. XIII, No. 147, P. 2.

Removal Of D. J. Fontayne’s Artificial Flower Manufactory to 268 Baltimore street, above Howard, opposite the Globe Inn—D. J. F. has on hand a handsome assortment of Flowers, of the latest fashions, which she will offer at the following low prices—Velvet Face Flowers, with eich shaded velvet leaves, orange or green, at 18½ cts. to 25 cents per pair, of every style; outside Bunches, with rich shaded velvet leaves, from 50 to 75 cents; face Flowers, of handsome styles from 12½ to 25 cts. per pair, &c. Merchants and Milliners supplied by wholesale at the very lowest prices. Persons wishing to purchase are invited to give her a call.

N. B.—Flower Makers can be supplied with Stamps, Leaves, &c., by Chas. Fontayne.

1844 April 29. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) April 29, 1844, Vol. XIV, No. 137, P. 2.

It has been noted as the characteristic of the most refined taste, that it “Love to linger on the magic face of human beauty;” and truly, if we range the vast domains of nature in search of that which is most lovely to the eye, as well as most interesting to the mind, it is certainly found in the light and shade of the human countenance. How many have spent their lifetime in trying to portray it with the brush, and how few have succeeded in giving that living expression to their works which the original possess—But the recent great improvement in the art of Photography, in a few seconds of time has enabled the operator to catch them all. Those familiar only with the earlier attempts in this art, will be astonished to find how that sickly and deathly hue has given place to that healthy and natural color which our late improvements possess. Likenesses taken daily, in all kinds of weather (rain or sunshine) in from 5 to 30 seconds of time. Stranger and citizens are invited to call and examine specimens. Fontayne & Porter, No. 268 Baltimore street, (above Howard) opposite the Globe Hotel.

Advertisement ran from April 29 to May 1, 1844.

1844 May May. The Sun. (Baltimore, Maryland.) May 4, 1844, Vol. XIV, No. 142, P. 2.

The Convention.—Great Perfection Of Our Art.—The citizens of Baltimore have now the opportunity of examining several Photographic Views of the Great Whig Convention passing down Baltimore street, presenting an appearance truly wonderful. In the distance is to be seen the two Arches, Banners, &c., with many thousands of persons as they appeared in the street—ladies at the windows waving handkerchiefs, &c.

Colored Likenesses taken daily, rain or sunshine, in from 5 to 30 seconds of time. The public are invited to call and examine specimens. Fontayne & Porter, No. 268 Baltimore street, above Howard, opposite the Globe Inn.

1846 December 24. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) December 24, 1846, Vol. VII, No. 57, P. 2.

Christmas and New Year’s Oresents, At Fontayne’s Gallery of Daguerreotype Portraits and Family Groups, No. 30 West Fourth Street, between Main and Walnut, opposite St. Paul’s Church.

These appropriate Presents for the season can be had after a few moments sitting, which, for strength of impressions and beauty of tone, have stood comparison with the works of the best operators of the East. The subscriber invites the attention of all who may wish correct Portraits of themselves or friends, and particularly that of Parents, to his facilities for taking Children.

These Portraits are warranted not to fade in any place or situation whatever. Daguerreotypes taken over four years, by the subscriber, and exposed to the bleaching effects of the sun, can be seen at the Rooms.

Where Post Mortem likenesses are desired, due notice must be given; and in this, as in all the departments of his business, he flatters himself, from the experience he has had, (having been practically engaged and proprietor for upwards of five years, in one of the principal establishments of the East,) that all who may favor him with a call, will be suited to their taste.

Chas Fontayne, Late of the firm of Fontayne & Porter, Baltimore, Md.

N. B.—Apparatus furnished, and the Art taught on the principles of Chemical Philosophy, and embracing all the very latest improvements of the East, upon the most reasonable terms. The public are invited to call and examine specimens at his Gallery.

Advertisement ran from December 24, 1846 to January 15, 1847.

1847 January 16. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) January 16, 1847, Vol. VII, No. 75, P. 2.

J. C. Fontayne. The gentleman whose name heads this article, has but recently come to our city from the East, and opened rooms for Daguerreotyping, on Fourth street, north side, near Walnut. From specimens of his work which have come under our notice, he is, without doubt, well acquainted with the various branches of this style of Miniatures, and calculated, from this knowledge, to adapt his pictures to the taste of any and all who may favor him with a call.

1847 September 21. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) September 21, 1847, Vol. VIII, No. 145, P. 2.

Fontayne’s Gallery of Daguerreotype Portraits and Family Groups, Nos. 30 & 32West Fourth St., between Main and Walnut, opposite St. Paul’s Church.

Impressions can be had after a few moments’ sitting, which for strength of impression and beauty of time, have stood comparison with the works of the best operators of the East. The subscriber invites the attention of all who may wish correct Portraits of themselves or friends, and particularly that of parents to his facilities for taking children.

These Portraits are warranted not to fade in any place or situation whatever. Daguerreotypes taken over four years by the subscriber, and exposed to the bleaching effects of the sun, can be seen at his Rooms.

Chas. Fontayne.

Advertisement was recorded from September 21 to October 15, 1847.

1848 February 25. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) February 25, 1848, Vol. IX, No. 125, P. 2.

Fontayne’s Gallery of Daguerreotype Portraits and Family Groups, Nos. 30 & 32West Fourth St., between Main and Walnut, opposite St. Paul’s Church.

Chas. Fontayne. nov3.

Advertisement was recorded one time on February 25, 1848.

1848 September. Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County Pamphlet.

Fontayne & Porter 8 Whole Plate Panorama Daguerreotype of Cincinnati partnership Ca. 1848-1854.

1848 October 20. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) October 20, 1848, Vol. XI, No. 17, P. 2.

Fontayne, daguerreotypist in this city, has completed a full daguerreotype panorama of Cincinnati! A portion of it may be seen in front of his room on Fourth street.

1848 December 30. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) December 30, 1848, Vol. XI, No. 77, P. 2.

Holyday Presents.—In what manner can money be better spent than by presenting to a friend a faithful likeness of one’s self? Many who bethought themselves during the holidays, a year ago, of this kind of present, little dreamed they were giving what is now invaluable, whether rendered so by death or absence. Fontayne & Porter, No. 30 and 32 West Fourth street, Between Main and Walnut.

Advertisement was recorded on December 30, 1848 and January 1, 1849.

1849 January 3. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) January 3, 1849, Vol. XI, No. 79, P. 2.

The Greatest Gem of Modern Art, are the Daguerreotypes taken by Fontayne & Porter. The exquisite finish of the picture, the warm, glowing depth of tone, the clear, brilliant expression of the eye, all command the admiration of hundreds who b=visit the gallery, all anxious to obtain a likeness of themselves or friends.

Gallery No. 30 & 32 West Fourth st., between Main and Walnut.

Advertisement ran from January 3 to 12, 1849.

1849 January 12. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) January 12, 1849, Vol. XI, No. 87, P. 2.

The Expression Of The Eye Perfected.—The immense Sky-Light used by Fontayne & Porter, Daguerreotypists, enables them to produce Portraits and Family Groups which are the admiration of all who have seen them, diffusing an even light over the sitter, giving to the drapery great force of shadow, and to the Eyea clear and brilliant expression, which cannot be obtained by the old method of the side window. Miniatures taken daily, without regard to the state of the weather.

Advertisement ran from January 12 to 24, 1849.

1849 January 24. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) January 24, 1849, Vol. XI, No. 97, P. 2.

Fontayne & Porter’s Daguerreotype Gallery.—These beautifully furnished Rooms continue to attract crowds of visitors and strangers daily. The many fine specimens of the Daguerrean Art which adorn the Gallery command general admiration. No improvement which modern search has discovered but is immediately applied. The various conveniences in all the chemical and operating departments enable them to produce, in the shortest possible time, Portraits and Family Groups unrivalled for brilliancy of impression and faithfulness of execution. No state of the weather deters them from producing beautiful Miniatures. Gallery Nos. 30 and 32 West 4th st., between Main and Walnut, Cin.

Advertisement ran from January 24 to February 7, 1849.

1849 February 8. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) February 8, 1849, Vol. XI, No. 110, P. 2.

Beautiful As Are The Productions of the Painter’s Art, still the Daguerreotype, for accuracy of detail and beauty of execution, will command the preference. The associations connected with the Daguerreotype are preferred in the extreme, when we view the miniature of those we love; it is the impression of their own shadow, drawn by the faithful pencil of Nature.

Fontayne & Porter still are on the advance with improvements, and are daily giving their customers Pictures which give great satisfaction. Gallery Nos. 30 and 32 West Fourth st.

Advertisement ran from February 12 to 27, 1849.

1849 February 28. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) February 28, 1849, Vol. XI, No. 127, P. 2.

California Has Not Turned The Heads of Fontayne & Porter, Daguerreotypists; but they are still as active as ever in making improvements. The last one is the receipt of a very fine improvement of great Focal power and perfection, in which children and aged persons are taken almost in an instant of time. Persons wishing Miniatures of their children, have now the opportunity of procuring a perfect Likeness.

Gallery Nos. 30 and 32 West Fourth st., between Main and Walnut, Cin.

Advertisement ran from February 28 to March 14, 1849.

1849 March 15. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) March 15, 1849, Vol. XI, No. 140, P. 2.

Never Behind The Times In Improvements.—The new quick working Camera of Voightlander & Sons, of Vienna—their latest improvement—is now in constant use at Fontayne & Porter’s. Perfect pictures warranted, taken in all weathers, even in the darkest days, in a few seconds of time. The groups of Children taken by this splendid instrument are not to be surpassed.

Gallery Nos. 30 & 32 West Fourth st., between Main and Walnut, Cincinnati.

Advertisement ran from March 15 to 30, 1849.

1849 March 31. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) March 31, 1849, Vol. XI, No. 154, P. 2.

It’s Painful To The Eye. How often do we hear persons make this remark after they have been sitting for a Daguerreotype likeness. This great evil has been overcome by Fontayne & Porter—their Pictures are taken by a north side and sky light. Which gives no pain to the sitter, thereby enabling them to make those beautiful Pictures which are so much admired for their beauty of tone, clear and expressive eyes; all of which is adding daily to the already high reputation of their establishment.

Strangers and citizens should call and examine the fine collection of Portraits in the Gallery, No. 30 and 32 West Fourth st., between Main and Walnut. Admission free.

Advertisement ran from March 31 to April 9, 1849.

1849 April 10. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) April 10, 1849, Vol. XII, No. 6, P. 2.

Going To California.—Every man that is bound for the Gold Region has some dear friend or relation to leave behind: and what would be more pleasing to that father, brother, sister, or friend, than a good Daguerreotype Likeness of one’s-self? Call at Fontayn & Porter’s, and get one of their gems.

Gallery No. 30 and 32 West Fourth st., between Main and Walnut. Likenesses taken in any weather.

Advertisement was recorded fifty-four times between April 10 and July 19, 1849.

1849 June 20. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) June 20, 1849, Vol. XII, No. 67, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Portrait Gallery. No. 30 West 4th st., bet Main and Walnut. Fontayne & Porter, Proprietors. This Establishment contains the largest and best collection of Portraits, and Family Groups, of any other in the West. The Franklin Institute, at their last exhibition in Philadelphia, awarded to F. & P. a Silver Medal, the highest premium, for the best Daguerreotypes exhibited. This alone proves the superiority of our Pictures.—We invite all to pay us a visit and examine for themselves.

The art of Daguerreotyping taught on scientific principles. We have added to our already extensive establishment, a large room expressly for the use of those who may wish a knowledge of the art. Here they are taught all branches connected with Daguerreotyping, together with all the late improvements.

Likenesses and Family Groups taken in any weather.—We have lately received one of the latest improved Cameras from Germany, which enables us to take children and infants in two and three seconds sitting. Frames, Cases, and Gold Lockets, of various patterns for sale. Alsom German and American Cameras.

N. B. The best hour for taking children is from 11 A. M. to 4 P. M.

No. 30 West 4th street, between Main and Walnut. Fontayne & Porter.

Advertisement ran from June 20 to August 22, 1849.

1849 July 19. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) July 19, 1849, Vol. XII, No. 91, P. 2.

Bring It Back. The person who stole the beautiful Daguerreotype view of the Philadelphia Exchange, from the door of Messrs. Fontayne & Porter, had better return it at once, as it has been seen and admired by thousands in this city, and would undoubtedly lead to the detection of the thief should he offer it for sale. It is highly prized as a specimen by the owners, and we hope they may recover it.

1849 August 11. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) August 11, 1849, Vol. XII, No. 111, P. 1.

Passing along Fourth street a few days ago, my attention was arrested at the entrance to the Daguerrean rooms of Messrs. Fontayn & Porter, by a very perfect and beautiful picture of Girard College, at Philadelphia. Being myself a sort of amateur operator, the superiority of this, together with other specimens exhibited at their door, I determined to embrace the earliest opportunity of paying said gallery a visit. I this morning spent a couple of hours in examining and studying its contents, and, although I have visited all the best establishments of this kind in New York and Philadelphia, I am free to say that I have seen but few specimens to equal those which adorn this gallery.—The collection comprises a great variety of landscape views, family groups, &c., much superior to any I have seen elsewhere. The taking of views and groups of persons, has always been considered the most difficult branch of the art, and it is a branch in which but few operators have been successful; but the efforts of these gentlemen, in this department of their profession, may be set down as the ne plus ultra of excellence. I was highly pleased and interested in examining a very comprehensive view of your “Queen City of the West.”—This is indeed a beautiful picture, embracing the entire river line of the city—a distance of some six or seven miles! So faithfully and distinctly are the various objects represented, that the name of the different steamboats lying at the wharves, are legibly brought out. The sign on all the warehouses, stores, &c., fronting on the river, are likewise given with equal distinctness. I also read the names of several firms, on large buildings, situated high up in the city. This, so far as my knowledge extents, is the greatest feat ever performed in the art of Daguerreotyping.

The collection also embraces views of Fairmount water-works, scenes on the banks of the Schuylkill river, and many of the finest residences and public buildings in Philadelphia—all of them perfect, even under the test of a strong magnifying glass—throughout, their softness, evenness and beauty of finish, is remarkable. I was informed, upon inquiry, that some of these splendid sketches might be purchased at a fair price, and it is matter of surprise with me, that they have not ere this been transferred to the dwellings of some of your wealthy citizens. Certainly, nothing more beautiful or interesting could adorn the walls of a private parlor.

Among the many portraits of distinguished persons, is a very accurate and life-like one of “Amelie,” of Kentucky. Having frequently seen this gifted lady, I am able to judge as to the merits of her picture. Here, also, may be seen a likeness of the brave and noble-hearted sailor, Frederick Jerome, who, at the imminent risk of his own, saved so many lives from the burning of the steamship “Ocean Monarch.” He is taken in the same clothes he wore at the time this awful scene occurred. The actions of this obscure sailor, on this occasion, were sublime, and shed around him in his humble station a moral grandeur and exaltation of character, to which but few in any sphere of life may lay claim; and far more ennobling than the rank and title of a king! The “counterfeit presentment” of many distinguished statesmen , poets and divines, may likewise be seen and studied here. Clay, Van Buren, Dallas, Clayton, Buchanan, Webster, Irving, Cooper, Bryant and John Quincy Adams, are among the number—all of them accurate, distinct and life like. I was shown also several likenesses taken in death, by these accomplished operators. The partially closed, expressionless eyes, the pale, fixed features, and even the cold sweat upon the brow, are rendered with an effect so startling and truthful as I had thought never could be attained in a type of the departed.

Messrs. Fontayne & Porter are worthy of all praise and encouragement, for what, with energy and talent they have done to develop and perfectionate their profession in the west.

With your permission, Mr. Editor, I may offer, before my departure from amongst you, a few remarks concerning matters and things in general in your city—her peculiarities, business, present condition, and future prospects—impressions and fore-shadowings of a Sojourner.

1849 August 23. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) August 23, 1849, Vol. XII, No. 121, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Portrait Gallery. No. 30 West Fourth St., Bet Main and Walnut. Fontayne & Porter, Proprietors.—This establishment contains the largest and best collection of Portraits, and Family Groups, of any other in the West. The Franklin Institute, at their last exhibition in Philadelphia, awarded to F. & P. a Silver Medal, the highest premium, for the best Daguerreotypes exhibited. This alone proves the superiority of our pictures.—We invite all to pay us a visit and examine for themselves.

N. B. The best hour for taking children is from 11 A. M. to 4 P. M.

No. 30 West 4th street, between Main and Walnut. Fontayne & Porter.

Advertisement ran sixty-two times between August 23 to November 20, 1849.

1849 December 10. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) December 10, 1849, Vol. XII, No. 214, P. 2.

Daguerreotyping. We were shown yesterday the likeness of twins, two years old, taken by Fontayne & Porter, No. 30 West Fourth street, which elicited general admiration. The perfection to which this art has been brough is truly astonishing.

1850 March 16. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) March 16, 1850, Vol. XII, No. 294, P. 2.

The Washington Euterpeans. Fontayne & Porter on Fourth street near Walnut, have just completed a beautiful Daguerreotype of those justly popular singers. It is a group of them all, six in number, and can be seen at their gallery No. 32, west Fourth street.

1850 October 24. Daily Ohio Statesman. (Columbus, Ohio.) October 24, 1850, Vol II, New Series—No. 979, No 880.

Ohio State Agriculture Fail. Discretionary Premiums…

Fontayne & Porter, Cincinnati, for superior daguerreotypes.

1850 October 24. Liberty Hall And Cincinnati Weekly Gazette. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) October 24, 1850, Vol. 51, No. 2415, P. 2.

Ohio State Board of Agriculture. The following is a list of premiums awarded by the several committees, also the discretionary premiums recommended and amended by the Executive Committee…

Paintings And Drawings, Open To All…

Best specimen of Architecture, Fontayne & Porter, Cincinnati, Dip.

Best collection of Portraits, Thomas Faris, Cincinnati, Dip.

Best specimen of single face, E. C. Hawkins, Cincinnati, Dip.

Best specimen of Talbotypes, E. C. Hawkins, Cincinnati, Dip.

1851 September. The Photographic Art Journal. (New York, New York.) September 1851, Vol. II, Vo. 3, P. 153-154.

From La Lumiere. The Worlds’ Fair. Translated from the French by J. Russell Snelling, M. D. To Monsieur Montfort: Sir:—Intrusted by you with the honorable and delicate mission of describing to the readers of La Lumiere, in a series of critical letters, the contributions of the photographers of different nations to the Worlds’ Fair at London, I cannot wholly conceal from myself for a single moment the many and various difficulties which this task imposes upon me. I have likewise, hesitated a long time as to the manner which it would be the most expedient and useful for me to begin the subject. A single word from one of those men whom it gives me pleasure to call my perception in the art, terminated my perplexities and decided my irresolute mind. In a visit of several days—made quite recently to Paris. I related my troubles to Mr. Ziegler, who thus said to me: “Why give yourself so much trouble to arrive less expeditiously at that point which you could reach very easily by marching straight before you? The chief wish of our photographers is, to know what their brethren of foreign countries are sending to London. Commence by making out a catalogue, than you will render an account of the woks.”

The advise was good, and I have followed it. In the indication of the name of the artists, I have adopted the alphabetical order. Before the name I inscribe the number of the order in which each member is found in the list; after the name, I write the number which is devoted to him in the official catalogue; then I indicate the number of frames, with those proofs which they contain, designate those which are upon paper, upon plate, and upon glass; and afterwards, I copy the excellent remarks accompanying the works which the authors have judged apropos. As to a classification of nations, it was very natural that I should have followed the same order which has been adopted in the Crystal Palace. To commence with the United States, the department of which is situated at the eastern extremity of the Hyde Park edifice, and to finish our description with England and its dependencies, which are placed at the western extremity, and passing along through the intervening nations, appears to me the most rational method.

United States of America:—

1. Mr. Brady, of New York. 137, has exhibited 35 portraits upon plates.

2. Mr. Evans, Buffalo, U. S., 105; Three frames, each containing six portraits upon plates.

3. Messrs. Fontayne & Porter, (bearing the number 550 which does not yet exist in the U. S. catalogue): view of Cincinnati, composed of eight plates united in the same frame, and where the points of junction are concealed by perpendicular fillets, in such a way that the spectator appears to see the city through a gallery of columns.

4. Mr. Harrison, 225, Five portraits upon plates, and several camera obsecura.

5. Messrs. W. & F. Langenheim: Panorama of Philadelphia and a view of Fairmont, near Philadelphia. In both, several proofs upon paper, are brought together so as to form a panorama. Talbotype.

6. Mr. Lawrence, 151, Twenty-six portraits, among which six are representations of three persons from nature.

7. Mr. J. G. Mayall, Philadelphia, 491; Seventy-two plates, among which is found Notre Dame, from M. Le Baron Gross.

8. Messrs. Meade Brothers, N. Y., 109; Twenty-four frames containing nearly all single portraits upon plates, together with some groups.

9. Mr. W. A. Pratt, Richmond, Va., 264; Three frames enclosing jointly twenty-six portraits upon plates.

10. Mr. Jno. A. Whipple, Boston; 451: Five single portraits; three family groups, one of which has seven figures, another nine, and the last six, the whole upon plates. A daguerreotype of the moon taken by means of the large telescope at the Cambridge observatory.

10. Mr. J. H. Whitehurst, Norfolk, Va., 377: Twelve views upon plates, of the Niagara Falls, taken from nature, in Sept. 1850.

1852 January 6. Daily Cincinnati Commercial. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) January 6, 1852, Vol. XV, No. 72, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes by the mammoth sky-light.—Fontayn & Porter, No. 30 West Fourth street, between Main & Walnut,—are always fully prepared (rain or sunshine) to accommodate you with a Miniature in their unsurpassed style.

1855. Cincinnati City Directory. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) Advertisements P. 76.

Fontaine’s Gallery Of Daguerreotype Portraits, And Family Groups, No. 6 West Fourth Street, Between Main and Walnut.

1855 January 20. Cleveland Daily Plain Dealer. (Cleveland, Ohio.) January 20, 1855, Vol. X, No. 226, P. 2.

Now Look Out. The following communication from Dr. Buchanan, of Cincinnati, to the New York Tribune, discloses the fact that the whole Rag Money system is in danger of being blown sky high by the magic power of Photography.—Counterfeiters will not be slow in availing themselves of the discovery, and then they will be able to deceive the very elect among the money changers. Dr. Buchanan says:—

I have just witnessed some illustrations of the art of Photographic Counterfeiting, which I deem highly important, not only to bank officers, but to the public at large. Mr. Fontayne, of this city, one of the best daguerreotypists in the world, has recently made several photographic copies of bank notes, which far surpass, in the perfection of their details, anything which has ever been done in the old way of counterfeiting. When these photographs are carefully taken on proper bank note paper, they defy detection either by the naked eye or by microscopic inspection…

1855 January 31. The Ashland Union. (Ashland, Ohio.) January 31, 1855, Vol. IX, No. 36, Whole No. 1202, P. 1.

Same article.

1855 January 31. Cadiz Democratic Sentinel. (Cadiz, Ohio.) January 31, 1855, Vol. 21, No. 39, P. 2.

Bankers, Look Out. Same article.

1855 February 8. Carroll Free Press. (Carrollton, Ohio.) February 8, 1855, Vol. 23, No. 6, P. 1

Photography in Counterfeiting. Correspondence of the N. Y. Tribune. Same article, expanded.

1856 May 29. Cleveland Morning Leader. (Cleveland, Ohio.) May 29, 1856Vol. 10, No. 49, P. 1.

Ryder’s Photographs.—We called in at Ryder’s daguerrian rooms yesterday, when the first objects that caught our attention were four most admirable executed photographs, two of life size and two cabinet size. They are certainly as fine specimens of the art as were ever exhibited in this city. They were taken by Mr. Chas. Fontague, (sic.) whose services Mr. Ryder has lately secured. Mr. F. is from Cincinnati, where his pictures have attracted general admiration. He showed us a large collection of valuable photographs, among which were many portraits of distinguished personages, which have a very life-like appearance. Among the rest were some beautiful scenes from nature, but the most remarkable of all was a collection of pictures taken from the ruins of Carthage, Thebes and Memphis, and other Egyptian and African ruins; besides these scenes from around Athens and Rome that are highly entertaining. These should be framed and hung around the rooms for the benefit of the visitors, as they are not only well worth seeing but instructive. Mr. Ryder has done well in thus associating with him in his business Mr. Fontague, (sic.) and we feel confident that they cannot but be highly successful. Their intention is to take photographs of all sizes. We understand the smaller ones will be put at very reasonable prices and within the means of any one desirous of having a good picture taken.

1856 March 31. Cleveland Morning Leader. (Cleveland, Ohio.) March 31, 1856, Vol. 10, No. 50, P. 1.

The name of the gentleman associated with Mr. Ryder in the Photograph business is Chas. Fontayne, instead of Fonyague, as we printed it on Saturday. Mr. F. is the same person who photographed the bills of several of the Cincinnati banks so exactly that the officers of the banks could not distinguish between the imitations and the genuine ones. We would again say that his pictures are highly worthy the attention of all interested in such matters.

1856 April 28. Cleveland Daily Plain Dealer. (Cleveland, Ohio.) April 28, 1856, Vol XII, No. 102, P. 3.

Ryder is taking a great number of Ambrotypes in the very best style. The Photographs of Mr. Fontayne now being taken at these rooms have not been surpassed in the West. They compare favorably with the best now taken in New York, and colored or not, are beautiful representations of the human face.

1856 May 1. Cleveland Morning Leader. (Cleveland, Ohio.) May 1, 1856, Vol. 10, No. 78, P. 2.

Photographs, of Every Style and Size, from Lockets to Life Size, Plain and Colored, at Ryder’s, over Merchants’ Bank.

Prof. Fontayne, late of the well known form of Fontayne & Porter, Cincinnati, and the Pioneer Of The Photographic Art in that City, has charge of the Photographic Department.

His portraits are unequalled in this country. Daguerreotypes Copied to any size, and Finished, in Oil or Water Colors, equal to the Finest Painting.

Lovers of Art are invited to call and examine specimens.

Advertisement ran from May 1 to September 30, 1856.

1856 May 2. Cleveland Daily Plain Dealer. (Cleveland, Ohio.) May 2, 1856, Vol. XII, No. 106, P. 2.

Photographs, of Every Style and Size, from Lockets to Life Size, Plain and Colored, at Ryder’s, over Merchants’ Bank.

Prof. Fontayne, late of the well known form of Fontayne & Porter, Cincinnati, and the Pioneer Of The Photographic Art in that City, has charge of the Photographic Department.

His portraits are unequalled in this country. Daguerreotypes Copied to any size, and Finished, in Oil or Water Colors, equal to the Finest Painting.

Lovers of Art are invited to call and examine specimens.

Advertisement ran from May 1 to 26, 1856.

1856 May 15. Cleveland Daily Plain Dealer. (Cleveland, Ohio.) May 15, 1856, Vol XII, No. 117, P. 3.

Ryder’s Ambrotypes.—The rooms of Mr. Ryder, the Daguerreotypist, over Merchants’ Bank, are becoming a resort for the beauty and fashion of the city. As an artist, his success in securing good pictures has rarely been surpassed in this country. The comparatively recent introduction of photography has not become familiar to the people, but those who have visited the exhibition of Mr. Fontayne’s photographs, will cheerfully testify to their admirable perfection and beauty.

1856 August 14. Cleveland Morning Leader. (Cleveland, Ohio.) August 14, 1856, Vol. 11, No. 195, P. 3.

A beautiful photograph, from a splendid steel engraving, has just been taken by Mr. Fontayn, at Ryder’s Daguerrean Gallery, of “Evangeline,” one of the sweetest of all poetic creations. The countenance of “Evangeline” is angelic in its simplicity and innocence, and perfectly charming in its beauty. Mr. Fontayne has several of these pictures for sale; those who love the beautiful will not require an invitation to purchase after seeing the picture.

1856 August 27. Cleveland Daily Plain Dealer. (Cleveland, Ohio.) August 27, 1856, Vol XII, No. 204, P. 3.

Miniature City Map.—Pierce & Co. have just published on a little sheet a very neat map engraved by Tibbitts, of this city. We understand that a photograph was taken at Ryder’s by Prof. Fontayne, engraved and electrotyped and is furnished at five cents a sheet, or 75 cents the quire, It will be found convenient for business men and others, to inform their correspondents particularly as to the location of a residence or office. It gives the names of the streets, designates the wards and shows the different lines of the railroads meeting in the city.

1857 August 29. Cleveland Morning Leader. (Cleveland, Ohio.) August 29, 1857, Vol. 11, No. 208, P. 3.

Mr. Fontayne, with Mr. Ryder, has taken several “star” pictures of residences about town—among them, that of Mr. Price, on Euclid street. It is a splendid picture; and is an excellent method, for those who feel disposed, to secure pleasant remembrances of the “homestead.”

1859 July 28. Railroad Record and Journal of Commerce, Banking, Manufactures and Statist.. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) July 28, 1859, P. 270.

Fontayne’s Telesmatic Photograph. In the short notice which we gave of this “magical light-writer” last week, we had only time and space to say that it would print from 3.000 to 4,000 perfect photographs in an hour. This, we then thought, was sufficiently marvelous to be believed by only a few of the most credulous. Since then we have become better acquainted with the capacities of the inventor and his machine, and we have no hestitation in saying that it can be made to far surpass even these marvelous figures.

Photographers have been able, for some years, to make paper exceedingly sensitive to the influence of reflected light; and one great difficulty with many of them, has been to so retard this sensitiveness, as that they could admit the rays of light, and instantly shut them out, without spoiling their paper.

This waste of paper, too, has been another serious objection, and has kept the price of photographs ranging at high rates.

These difficulties Mr. Fontayne has been facing for years, earnestly working against them, and such has been his success, that his pictures have stood first wherever they have been presented.

Being cast upon what many supposed his death-bed, about the first of this year, he had time sufficient to classify his experiments, to theoretically meet his difficulties, and discuss them as they seemed to be presented.

The results wa have already given, and, in reviewing the subject, we find that he makes the paper, upon which the picture is to be produced, exceedingly sensitive. This he dries, and places upon a cylinder in a dark case, having apparatus on the exterior by which the cylinder can be rotated. In the top of this case is an orifice through which the light can be admitted; and underneath this is the negative, so adjusted that it can be made to touch the paper, and leave it similar to the fly in a printing machine. Over this orifice and negative, is mounted a large condensing lens, of such power that a most intense light can be projected through the negative upon the paper beneath. But to prevent any action of the light, except as wanted, this orifice is closed by a slide which is adjusted in a frame, and so operated by coil springs, that his motion is instantaneous, and the orifice is opened and closed as instantaneously as the contraction of a coil spring can produce action. By means of connecting levers and cams, one operator can rotate the cylinder, cause the slides to move together in such a manner, that with one negative, one hundred flashes of light may be admitted per minute, and thus over 6,000 pictures may be given in one hour. But the same machine will admit as many as ten small negative , all operated at the same time, and only requiring more paper.

His improvements also extend to the manner of toneing (sic.) up these impressions afterward; for the paper, on being removed from the cylinder, is as white as when rolled upon it; but the governor of the light is not mistaken. The invention is truly a remarkable one, and will introduce some new flashes in photography.—Scientific Artisan.

1859 September 10. The Penny Press. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) September 10, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 18, P. 3.

If any one wishes to run his face, Cincinnati furnishes as progressive Photographers as can be found anywhere. The walls of the room devoted to the fine arts prove that. We do not see, however, specimens of the recent wonderful discovery of Fontayne, of this city, by which he can print fifteen thousand impressions of a picture in an hour. Fontayne’s Telesmatic Photographs make eastern artists say, “That Queen City is a great place.”

1859 September 22. Evening Star. (Washington, D. C.) September 22, 1859, Vol. XIV, No. 2,069, P. 1.

Patents week ending September 20, 1859. Chas. Fontayne, of Cincinnati, O.—For photographic printing machine No. 25, 540.

1859 September 28. The Penny Press. (Cincinnati, Ohio.) September 28, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 33, P. 1.

Patens To Ohio Inventors. The following is the list of patents issued to Ohio inventors, from the United States Patent-office, for the week ending September 20, 1859, each bearing that date…

Charles Fontayne, of Cincinnati, Ohio—For Photographic printing machine. [No. 25, 540]

1859 September 30. Dayton Daily Empire. (Dayton, Ohio.) September 30, 1859, Vol. 10, 10 217, P. 2.

Patens To Ohio Inventors. The following is the list of patents issued to Ohio inventors, from the United States Patent-office, for the week ending September 20, 1859, each bearing that date…

Charles Fontayne, of Cincinnati, Ohio—For Photographic printing machine. [No. 25, 540]

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1859 July 30. The Daily Exchange. (Baltimore, Maryland.) July 30, 1859, Vol. III, No. 445, P.1.

A specimen of Photography.—We have received, from Messrs. Fisher & Bro., daguerrean artist, No. 103 Baltimore street, a very excellent photograph of the N. E. Corner of Baltimore and North Streets, as seen from the point of view commanded by their gallery. The office of the Daily Exchange is the focal point, and, in addition to the objects usually grouped about that interesting edifice, we have the new city railroad car standing in front, with the horses attached, but by no means such a crowd as have generally been staring at that wonderful machine. Nothing but the interposition of the car prevents the reading of the telegrams on the bulletin board. The artists will please receive our thanks for their attention.

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