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Hawes, Albert Francis

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

c.1849-1854    Address Unknown, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1854                Express Building, Taunton, Massachusetts.

1855                Bank Exchange, Taunton, Massachusetts.[2]

1856                Address Unknown, Taunton, Massachusetts.2

1857-1864       6 Exchange, Taunton, Massachusetts.2

1865                Address Unknown, Taunton, Massachusetts.2

Albert Francis Hawes born April 19, 1821, died February 14, 1897. Married Emily R. Brown May 16, 1877.  She was born in 1848, died September 5, 1903.  Both are buried in Dell Park Cemetery, Natick, Massachusetts. Brothers Josiah Johnson Hawes & Charles Ebenezer Hawes.

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

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

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

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

New daguerreotype Rooms.  Mr. A. F. Hawes, Would respectfully inform the citizens of Taunton and vicinity that he has taken Rooms in Davenport & Mason’s, New Building, next door to the Taunton Bank, up stairs, which he has leased for the term of three years and fitted up expressly for the Daguerreotype Business, where he has a large stock of plain and rich fancy cases of every style and price, from $1.25 to $20 each.  With the best apparatus to be obtained, he flatters himself that he will be able to do as good work as can be done in the country; and grateful for the patronage he has received, respectfully solicits a continuance of the same.

All work done at my Rooms, I warrant to give perfect satisfaction, or no sale.  Please call and examine specimens.

Advertisement ran from September 1 to 29, 1854.

1854 September 15.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  September 15, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XXIII, No. 37, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 4, P. 2.

Mr. Editor:—The time was, and it is yet within the remembrance of every adult, when the only means of preserving the likeness of dear relatives and friends was by means of the portrait, so expensive that its possession was deemed a luxury, and enjoyed only by the rich.  But now how changed None, however slender the means, are denied the opportunity of possessing on plate, enduring as the product of the artists pencil, the form, features and expression of those whom in life we loved, and whose memory now we fondly cherish.

The Daguerrian art did not, as the goddess Minerva from the head of Jupiter, at once spring into perfect proportions and symmetry; but like all other arts, has slowly, but perseveringly attained, by a discipline of about fifteen years, its perfect degree of excellence and beauty.  ‘Twere a wonder, surely, by the exhibition of Medusa’s head, to transform the object into stone, a wonder greater, by the exhibition of oneself to fix indelibly its like, living, breathing, almost speaking, upon the sensitive tablet.

The preceding remarks, together with the following, were suggested by the recent opening of Hawe’s Daguerrian Rooms, over the Express Office of Messrs. Davenport & Mason.

The city, sir, has removed to the country, and we wish to inform you and the country of it.  Said one, and no mean critic,—“Such rooms cannot be found in Massachusetts, out of Boston, and I know of but one there equal to them, but in no degree superior.”  Mr. H. has, in the preparation of his rooms, had special regard to convenience and elegance, sparing no expense for the attainment of both.  Designing to become a fixture in this community, he only wishes to share with his brother in the reception of public patronage.  Mr. H. brings with him the experience of five years, laboriously acquired in one of the oldest and most popular establishments in Boston.

As we enter, from the “Court Side” of Main street, the lower door, we are greeted by many familiar faces, themselves well pleased, seem to invite us in.  As we examine the specimens that line the passage way, curiosity and pleasure insensibly allure us up, step by step, till before we are aware, we have reached the floor of the rooms.  The door at the left introduces us into a room of moderate dimensions, well and tastefully furnished.  This is the common reception room, containing a show case, in which are exhibited miniatures cases of all sizes, patterns, descriptions, and of course prices.  The room, however, is but the anti-chamber to the spacious and elegant drawing room.   This is the room of the suite.—furnished complete with splendid sofas, mirrors, chairs, tables &c., all of costly material, neatest styles, and highest finish.

Adjoining and continuous with this, is the operating room, which, whenever occasion requires, can be entirely disconnected by letting fall the ample folds of rich damask curtains.  These with the ornaments above and around enhance the beauty and of fact of the rest.

Throwing aside now the curtains, we enter the operating room.  There is but little here to attract, save the Camera of various sizes, standing on tripods around, the large screens on either hand and above for regulating the quantity and modifying the intensity of the light, and other nondescript fixtures, to gather with the magnificent carpet which also covers the floor of other rooms.  Ascending two or three steps you then enter the sanctum of Mr. H.  Here more objects are visible than can now be described; but within this, like a nest of boxes, is the innermost retreat of all, where neither eye nor step of the vulgar can intrude.

The style of the pictures taken by Mr. H. differ in some respect from those ordinarily met with, in respect to greater softness and deeper tone of expression; the transition of light and shade being less abrupt but none the less pleasing.

In the perfection of any daguerrian specimen much depends upon the ease and grace of position; for however distinct and perfect the features and expression of the countenance may be, if the body, arms or hands are in a constrained and awkward position, the eye is offended, the picture rejected and the artist disesteemed.  In these respects Mr. H. will yield the palm to none.

Mr. H. being by his experience and opportunities initiated into the most recent improvements in his art and possessing Cameras of different sizes and other necessary appliances, is prepared to take pictures of any desirable size, either singly or in groups, also those in which the bust alone appears or those of smaller size suitable for breast-pins, lockets or finger rings.

Much more might be told, but this must suffice; and now we close this communication by advising those wishing daguerreotypes to visit the rooms of Mr. Hawes and verify our description.

1854 November 24.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  November 24, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XXIII, No. 47, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 14, P. 2.

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

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

1854 November 24.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  November 24, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XXIII, No. 47, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 14, P. 3.

Hawes’ Daguerreotype Rooms.  Just opened, at A. F. Hawes’ Daguerreotype Rooms, in Davenport & Mason’s Express Building, a splendid assortment of Lockets, Pins, Frames and Fancy Cases of all the latest styles.  Mr. Hawes would say that he is prepared to do the best work that can be done in his line, in the Country, and having just bought a Quick instrument, expressly for taking Pictures of Children, With which Likenesses can be taken in Two Seconds, the great difficulty from not keeping Children still, will be overcome, and he is consequently able to warrant perfect satisfaction in this, as well as in all other work done by him.

Please call and examine Specimens.

Advertisement ran from November 24 to March 9, 1855.

1855 September 14.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  September 14, 1855, Old Series—Vol. XXIV, No. 37, New Series—Vol. VIII, No. 4, P. 2.

A Fine Daguerreotype.—Mr. A. F. Hawes has a full length daguerreotype of Rev. Mr. Hearne, of St. Mary’s Church, taken in his robes, which may be seen at the rooms of Mr. H. in Davenport & Mason’s Express building.  It is one of the very best likenesses we have seen.

1855 October 19.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  October 19, 1855, Old Series—Vol. XXIV, No. 42, New Series—Vol. VIII, No. 9, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—Attention is called to the advertisement of Mr. Hawes, at whose rooms, in Davenport & Mason’s Express Building, may be seen a handsome specimens of pictures upon glass, and also in other styles of art.

1855 October 19.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  October 19, 1855, Old Series—Vol. XXIV, No. 42, New Series—Vol. VIII, No. 9, P. 3.

A. F. Hawes, Daguerreotype Artist, Rooms in Davenport & Mason’s Express Building, Bank Exchange, Taunton.  Would most respectfully inform his numerous patrons and the public generally that he has recently bought the right to make Mr. Whipple’s, celebrated Chrystallotypes, [sic.] and is now prepared to make Chrystallotypes from the common size up to the size of Life in the most perfect manner.  Also, pictures made on Glass, which took the premium over the Ambrotypes at the Fain in New Bedford.

Also, Stereoscope Pictures, Clouded Crayon Pictures and all other kinds appertaining to his business.  Mr. H. would respectfully say to his patrons and the public generally that he feel grateful for their past patronage and hopes by strict attention to business to merit the continuance of the same.

Advertisement ran from October 19 to November 29, 1855.

1859 September 23.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  September 23, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 38, P. 2.

Photographs Of Life Size.—Mr. A. F. Hawes, at his rooms, Exchange street, has some life size Photographs on exhibition; which are well worthy of the notice of visitors.  Among them we noticed those of several of our well known citizens, which will be pronounced perfect likenesses.  Mr. H. is fully prepared to give satisfaction in the production of pictures in either style of his art, and invites the public to test the merit of his work by examination.

Advertisement ran from September 23, 1859 to April 5, 1860.

1860 March 30.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  March 30, 1860, Vol. XXIX, No. 13, P. 2.

A Jury Daguerreotyped—The First Jury of the present term of the Superior Court, before leaving town for their respective homes, were daguerreotyped by Mr. A. F. Hawes, and a copy of the picture was presented to the Court, and also to Deputy Sheriff Peter C.Thayer, the officer who has attended them through the term.

1860 September 14.  Bristol County Republican.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  September 14, 1860, Vol. XXXVIII, New Series–No. 2, P. 2.

Taxes In Taunton For 1860.  We subjoin from the books of Mr. Brewster, Town Treasurer, a portion of the highest tax payers of Taunton, which will be continued in our next paper.

The total valuation of real and personal estate of the town of Taunton for 1860, is $7, 778, 166, which is an increase of $774, 433 over last year.  The number of polls this year 3, 550, and a poll tax $1.50.  Rate of taxation $7.20 per $1000.  Total amount of money taxed $58, 000.  The State tax is $1,677.50—County tax $6, 598.  In School District No. 1, the amount raised is $7, 250; or $1.65 per $1000.  Tax on polls $1.00, which we have added to the taxes in this district.  The highway tax this year is $10,000—assessed $1.20 per thousand; on polls 35 cents.

Hawes, Albert F.  $30.17.

1863 March 13.  Bristol County Republican.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  March 13, 1863, Vol. XL, New Series–No. 28, P. 2.

Annual Town Meeting.  The annual election of Town Officers took place on Monday.  The warrant for the meeting was read at 9 o’clock by James M. Cushman, Esq., Town Clerk, and Abraham Briggs, Esq., the caucus nominee, was chosen Moderator.  It was voted to choose 25 constables, and to close the poll at 2 o’clock.  The following is the result of the election:

Field Drivers.  A. F. Hawes was one of twenty-five elected.

1864 May 13.  Bristol County Republican.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  May 13, 1864, Vol. XLI, New Series–No. 37, P. 2.

Taunton Men Drafted.  The following is the result of the drafting this morning to fill up Taunton’s quota:

Albert F. Hawes was 110 out of 118.[3]

[1] Possibly active with brother Josiah Johnson Hawes of the firm Southworth & Hawes at 5½ Tremont Row, Boston, Massachusetts.

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

[3] Albert F. Hawes was not listed in Massachusetts Soldiers, Sailors, and marines in the Civil War who listed his occupation as a photographer.

Hatstat, Andrew J.

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , ,

1857                28 Hanover Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1858                14 Hanover Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1860-1865       211 Broadway, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1865                678 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.

1866-1875       678 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1876-1881       Alburn, corner Leverett Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1878-1883       152 Leverett Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1882-1884       Leverett Street, corner Charles Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1884                164 Leverett Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1885                71 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1885-1887       71 Cambridge Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1887-1888       4 Anderson Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1889                190 Shawmut Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1862 July 2.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  July 2, 1862, P. 2.

Celebration Of The 4th At South Boston.  Everybody and their friends should secure one of those Gems Of Art taken by Hatstat Sixteen for 40 cts.; Eight for 25 cts.  No. 211 Broadway, So. Boston, between D and E sts.

Advertisement ran on July 2 & 3, 1862.

1862 September 23.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  September 23, 1862, P. 2.

Children’s Pictures.  Hatstat pays more attention to taking pictures of the little ones, than any other artist in the city.  He also takes those little pictures—16 for 25 cents, or 4 large ones for 25 cents.  Also card Photographs and large Photographs in ink, water colors, or plain.  Try him once and jou will call again—211 Broadway, South Boston, between D and E streets.  Cars carry you by the door.

Advertisement ran from September 23 & 24, 1862.

1865 May 10.  Boston Morning Journal.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  May 10, 1865, Vol. XXXII., No. 9944, P. 2.

To The Photographers Throughout the New England States.  Special Notice For Immediate Action By The New England Photographic Society.  Boston May 8, 1865.  Whereas, William E. P. Smythe and Timothy H. Hubbard have commenced an action of trespass in regard to the use of Bromide of Potassium, and have placed an injunction on each of the following named rooms of Boston, to wit:  W. H. Dole, Hanover Street; B. C. Hazelton, Washington street; T. R. Burnham, Washington street; W. H. Wardwell, Wahington street; S. A. King, School street; Fisher Brothers, Washington street; and intend commencing suits against other parties in Boston and throughout the New England States.

Now, according to the best of our judgement, after an experience of from five to twenty-five years in the business we, the undersigned, believe that the so called Bromide patent cannot be sustained, and are determined to fight it to the  “last ditch,” and for this reason we have formed an association for mutual benefit and protection determined to [deterd] its members throughout the New England States from any law suit arising from this so called Bromide Patent.

Now To Whom It May Concern.  We, the undersigned, would most respectfully invite our brother artists throughout the New England States to join our Association, and send on ten dollars initiation fee to the Treasurer, from whom they will receive a receipt and certificate of Membership, and to those who do not wish to join the Association, but take an interest in the cause for which we are contending, any amount from one dollar upwards would be thankfully received, and a receipt given in return.  E. L. Allen, President, W. H. Mumler, Secretary.

All letters containing money must be directed to John Leahy, Treasurer of the N. E. Photographic Association.  113 Washington street, Boston.

Officers.  President, E. L. Allen.  Vice President, S. A. King.  Treasurer, John Leahy.  Secretary, W. H. Mumler.

Members.

John P. Soule,             Boston

J. W. Black,                    “     

E. L. Allen,                       “

W. H. Mumler,                 “

T. H. Burnham,               “

Chandler Seaver, Jr.,   “

Samuel A. King,             “

Frank Rowell,                 “

A. C. Brownell,               “

A. Marshall,                    “

H. W. Horton,                 “

F. L. Lay,                         “

Robinson & Lock,        “

L. A. Richardson,          “

Thomas Barbour          “

Jas. W. Turner,              “

A. P. Trott,                      “

Cyrus Cobb, Jr.,           “

W. S. Warren,                “

G. P. Lasselle,                “

C. E. Dole,                      “

A. N. Hardy,                   “

W. H. Wardwell,           “

W. H. Dole,                     “

Geo. L. D. Barton,        “

Geo. C. White,               “

B. C. Hazelton,              “

Fisher Brothers,           “

Chas. T. Sylvester,       “

Francis Capen,             “

A. F. Chapman,             “

Henry Shurtliffe,         “

M. W. Comsett,             “

S. Kingman,                   “

Geo. W. Clark,               “

A. A. Dole,                      “

I. H. Starkweather,      “

O. F. Baxter,                   “

S. Wing,                          “

J. E. Treat,                      “

L. H. Griffin,                   “

E. B. Chase,                    “

W. Hussey,                      “

A. J. Hatstat,                   “

John A. Heard,              “

Nathaniel Bannister,  “

C. F. Richardson,          “

R. J. Chute,                     “

J. D. Andrews,               “

Samuel Masury,          “

A. Sourel,                        “

W. H. Savage,             Stoneham

J. Bryant,                     Charlestown

Bushby & Hart,           Lynn

G. H. Plympton,          Foxboro’

G. K. Warren,              Cambridgeport

Geo. W. Miller,           Roxbury

Charles Cole,                  “

J. S. Mitchell,              Cambridge

A. H. Lincoln,             Chelsea

N. C. Sanborn,            Lowell

Benj. Carr,                  Concord

H. P. McIntosh,      Newburyport

O. R. Wilkinson,         Medford

A. W. Anderson,         Haverhill

Maine.

J. W. P. Burnham,       Portland.

E. S. Wormell,                “

M. F. King,                     “

A. S. Davis,                     “

G. M. Howe,                   “

C. G. Goodwin & Co.   “

J. P. Hazeltine,              “

G. F. Ayer,                      “

A. C. Lewis,                    “

B. F. Smith,                    “

Abraham B. Hodgdon, Biddeford.

A. F. Milliken,              Saco.

Stock Dealers.

John Sawyer & Co.                 Boston.

Benj. French & Co.                    “

Dodge & Leahy                          “

Messrs. Fuller & Stevens,       Portland, Me. 

Advertisement ran on May 10 & 12, 1865.

1865 November 6.  Boston Traveler.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  November 6, 1865, Vol. XX!, No. 184, P. 3.

A. J. Hatstat, Photographer, 678 Washington street, opposite Pleasant. 

Card Photographs, 250 per day.  Proofs can be seen the same day.  All pictures warranted to prove satisfactory. Advertisement ran from November 6, 1865 to May 7, 1866.              

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

Haskins, Frederick W.

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

1850                Rooms in the Colonnade. Barre, Massachusetts.

1851-1855       Octagon Building, Fitchburg, Massachusetts.

1852                Address Unknown, Worcester, Massachusetts.[1]

1855-1856       Washington Block, Main Street, near Prichard Street, Fitchburg, Massachusetts.

1858-1861       14 Hanover Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[2]

1861                10 Tremont Row, Boston, Massachusetts.2

N.D.    Broadside, Collection Unknown.

Daguerreian Circular

Come Ladies and Gentlemen, Come youth and old age,

Come call at the Octagon Daguerreian Saloon;

Come Priest and come people, Philosopher, Sage,

Come, give us a call very soon.

Just come in and see if you want nothing more,

With pleasure we wait upon all.

Call in again if you’ve been in before.

Tell your friends we wish them to call.

In the Daguerreotype line we think we can please,

As it has been our employment for years;

We study position to give grace and ease,

And for beauty of tone have no fears,

At all times, in all weather, our light is so good.

In a moment your picture is done—

So perfect no fault you could find, if you would—

Unless you’d find fault with the sun.

There hangs on our walls in beautiful groups,

the statesman and Poet and sage;

the beautiful Lily in sunshine of life,

And also the white locks of age;

the round chubby face of the Infant is there,

Like sunshine that falls among flowers;

The Miss with soft cheek, and the Matron so fair,

Might rival a Titian or Powers.

Single or in Groups, the style the first best,

In Lockets, in cases or Frames—

In Rings for the finger, or Pins for the Breast,

Our pictures are always the same.

F. W. Haskins, Octagon Building Fitchburg.

1850 May 24.  Barre Patriot.  (Barre, Massachusetts.)  May 24, 1850, Vol. 6, No. 45, Whole No. 305, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.  Mr. F. W. Haskins Has taken rooms in the colonnade, where he will remain a short time if sufficient encouragement be given.  Having had a long experience in the business in one of the best rooms in the city he will now favor the people in the country with some of the best work, which he is sure will gain for him a liberal patronage.

He is prepared to take Pictures single or in groups, to suit customers, and set them in Tokens, Cases, Lockets, Rings, and Pins.  Particular attention paid to taking pictures of Children, also sick and deceased persons at their residences, also from Daguerreotypes and Portraits.  No Charge made if satisfaction not given.

Ladies and gentlemen are invited to call and see specimens.

Any young man wishing to avail himself of all the modern improvements in the art, and a through instruction, will do well to call on the subscriber, where he can be accommodated on reasonable terms.  Please give us a call.  F. W. Haskins.

Advertisement ran from May 24 to July 5, 1850.

1851 December 19.  Fitchburg Sentinel.  (Fitchburg, Massachusetts.)  December 19, 1851, Vol. XIII, No. 51, P. 3.

Mr. F. W. Haskins, Would respectfully give notice to the inhabitants of Fitchburg , and the public generally that he has taken the Daguerrian Rooms, in the Octagon Building, where he will be in readiness to wait upon all that may favor him with a call.

Particular attention paid to taking pictures of children of all ages.  Please give us a call.  F. W. Haskins.

Advertisement was recorded nine times between December 19, 1851 to March 5, 1852.

1852 April 2.  Fitchburg Sentinel.  (Fitchburg, Massachusetts.)  April 2, 1852, Vol. XIV, No. 14, P. 3.

Illuminated Daguerreotypes, Are Made at the “Octagon Building.”  If you would have a better Daguerreotypes than you can get in any other Room in this place. Just call into Haskin’s Rooms, where you can get one of his New Style Of Pictures, on which a patent right has been secured by him for making them in this place.

Please call and Examine Specimens.  F. W. Haskins, “Octagon Building,” Fitchburg.

Advertisement was recorded thirty-one times between April 2 to November 26, 1852.

1852 October 1.  Fitchburg Sentinel.  (Fitchburg, Massachusetts.)  October 1, 1852, Vol. XIV, No. 40, P. 2.

The Third Annual Cattle Show.  The Third Annual Cattle-Show and Fair of the Fitchburg Agricultural and Industrial Association was held in this place on Thursday…

The following is the List of Prizes as reported by the Committee…

Mechanical And Manufactured Articles,

J. C. Moulton, daguerreotypes, 1st prem.  2.00.

F. W. Haskins,           do            2d   do.    1.00.

1853 August 12.  Fitchburg Sentinel.  (Fitchburg, Massachusetts.)  August 12, 1853, Vol. XV, No. 32, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.  The Place To Get The Best Daguerreotype Likeness Is At Haskin’s Rooms, In The Octagon Building, Fitchburg.

Mr. H. having purchased a whole plate Camera of the largest size, he can now make your picture very large, or, very small.  He has pictures at his rooms more than double the size of any ever before exhibited in this place or vicinity.  Those wishing for pictures are invited to call and examine his large size pictures.  Groups of any number taken large or small.  Instruction given in the Art if desired.  F. W. Haskins, Artist.

Advertisement Was recorded six times between August 12 to September 23, 1853.

1853 September 30.  Fitchburg Sentinel.  (Fitchburg, Massachusetts.)  September 30, 1853, Vol. XV, No. 39, P. 2.

The Agricultural Exhibition.  The first cattle show of the Worcester Nort Agricultural Association, and the fourth annual cattle show held at Fitchburg, came of on Tuesday last…

Among some of the most elegant and valuable manufactured articles…

and Messrs. Moulton and Haskins some very superior daguerreotypes…

The following is a list of the premiums awarded…

Manufactured And Mechanical Articles…

J. C. Moulton, Daguerreotypes, 1st premium.  $2.00

F. W. Haskins,             do           2d      do         $1.00

1854 April 14.  Fitchburg Sentinel.  (Fitchburg, Massachusetts.)  April 14, 1854, Vol. XVI, No. 15, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.  Haskins Can Be Found As Usual At The Octagon Daguerrean Salon.  If you want a Daguerreotype that is matchless if fidelity, of dazzling brilliancy, and warranted not to fade, call at Haskins’ Saloon, as his rooms are a highly fashionable resort for ladies and gentlemen, and Haskins is the leading Artist of the day.  He has three German Cameras, from the small 1-4 to the Whole Plate size.  Pictures taken in every style of the art, and of all sizes, from the smallest finger ring to the size of life.  Copying of all kinds, from Daguerreotypes, Paintings, Bust, &c.  F. W. Haskins, Octagon Building, Main street, Fitchburg.

Advertisement ran from April 14, 1854 to March 16, 1855.

1854 September 15.  Fitchburg Sentinel.  (Fitchburg, Massachusetts.)  September 15, 1854, Vol. XVI, No. 37, P. 2.

The Cattle Show.  The third annual cattle show of the Worcester North Agricultural association was held at Fitchburg on Wednesday last…

Some fine daguerreotypes from Messrs. Moulton and Haskins…

1854 September 22.  Fitchburg Sentinel.  (Fitchburg, Massachusetts.)  September 22, 1854, Vol. XVI, No. 38, P. 2.

Worcester North Agricultural Society Report Of the Committee on Mechanical and Manufactured articles…

To J. C. Moulton, for his superior collection of life-like Daguerreotypes, $1.

F. W. Haskins for Daguerreotypes—very good, 50c.

1855 September 21.  Fitchburg Sentinel.  (Fitchburg, Massachusetts.)  September 21, 1855, Vol. XVII, No. 38, P. 2.

The Third Worcester North Agricultural Exhibition.  The Third Cattle Show of the Worcester North Agricultural Society came off, in Fitchburg, on Wednesday, the 19th inst…

The display of fancy articles was not so large as at previous exhibitions, but many of the articles displayed much ingenuity in invention, and taste and skill in execution.—Among these, we will particularly notice…

There was a fine display of daguerreotypes by J. C. Moulton, and Haskins & Colburn…

Mechanical & Manufactured Articles…

J. C. Moulton, Fitchburg, best daguerreotypes, $2.00.

F. W. Haskins, Fitchburg, 2d best       do,          $1.00.

1855 October 19.  Fitchburg Sentinel.  (Fitchburg, Massachusetts.)  October 19, 1855, Vol. XVII, No. 42, P. 3.

A Card.  The undersigned begs leave to acknowledge to the people of Fitchburg and vicinity, that they have his sincere thanks for their liberal patronage to him for the past four years, at the Octagon Building, and to ask a continuance of the same at his new and pleasant rooms in Washington Block, where he has a larger and better assortment of frames and cases than can be found in this county.  Call and examine specimens before sitting elsewhere, as it is well known that Haskins takes the best pictures in this section of the county.  F. W. Haskins.

1855 October 19.  Fitchburg Sentinel.  (Fitchburg, Massachusetts.)  October 19, 1855, Vol. XVII, No. 42, P. 3.

Removal.  F. W. Haskins, Would say to the citizens of Fitchburg and the adjoining towns, that he has removed from the Octagon Building to the new and spacious rooms in Washington Block, On Main, near Prichard Street.  F. W. Haskins.

1856 February 1.  Fitchburg Sentinel.  (Fitchburg, Massachusetts.)  February 1, 1856, Vol. XVIII, No. 5, P. 3.

List of Letters Remaining in the Post Office at Fitchburg February 1st, 1856.  Gentleman’s List.

Frederick W. Haskins, 3.

C. 1858-1861.  Ninth plate ambrotype advertising card.  My collection.

From F. W. Haskin’s Photograph Rooms, No. 14 Hanover St., Boston.  Ambrotypes for 25 cts.  Copying, and all that pertain to the art done in the best manner.

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

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

Harley, Parker C.

Ambrotypes, Daguerrean Car, Photographs, , , , , ,

1859                Main & Inman Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

1860-1861       Main Street, corner Inman Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.[1]

1860-1861       103 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1863                Main Street, corner Magazine Street, & Harvard Square, Cambridge,                                      Massachusetts.1

1865                Address Unknown, Cambridge, Massachusetts.1

1859 May 28.  Cambridge Chronicle.  (Cambridge, Massachusetts.)  May 28, 1859, Vol. XIV, No. 22, P. 2.

The Daguerreotype Art—We are pleased at all times to note advancement and give credit wherever it is due.  Wishing to send some ambrotypes to a foreign correspondents, we repaired to Boston to have a proof of our physiognomy transferred to glass in as good a style as possible, engaged the services of one of her best artist, and got what we thought good pictures; but, happening to show them to a somewhat critical friend, he offered to take us here in Cambridgeport and give us something better if we would just take the trouble to go and sit for it.  We did so, and when it was done, we had to acknowledge that Messrs. Metcalf & Harley, at the corner of Main and Inman streets, had carried off the palm and had given us the best impression; and we would advise all who want a life-like picture to give them a call.

1859 August 6.  Cambridge Chronicle.  (Cambridge, Massachusetts.)  August 6, 1859, Vol. XIV, No. 32, P. 3.

Photography.  Messrs. Harley & Metcalf, Grateful for the past patronage, take this opportunity to return their most sincere thanks to the citizens of Cambridgeport and vicinity.  They have now connected another spacious saloon with their former one, at the Corner of Main and Inman Streets, nearly opposite the City Hall, Cambridgeport.  Particular attention given to copying small pictures into Photographs.  Photographic views of residences, small pictures for Lockets, Pins, &c., neatly executed.  Photographs taken on the most reasonable terms, and warrab=nt perfect satisfaction or no charge.  Pictures for 25 cents and upwards.  Please call and examine for yourselves.

The best time for children is from eight to three.

Advertisement ran from August 6 to October 29, 1859.

1859 October 29.  Cambridge Chronicle.  (Cambridge, Massachusetts.)  October 29, 1859, Vol. XIV, No. 44, P. 2.

Photography.—It may not be generally known that we have in our city two good photograph artists who really understand their business.  We refer to Messrs. Metcalf & Harley, corner of Main and Inman streets, nearly opposite the City Hall.  All who wish a good picture at a low price, had better give them a call, instead of going to Boston, paying more and getting no better satisfaction, for we have recently seen some pictures that defy competition.  See advertisement in another column.

1860 August 28.  Cambridge Chronicle.  (Cambridge, Massachusetts.)  August 28, 1860, Vol. XV, No. 34, P. 2.

We have seen a very excellent Photographic likeness of the late William Loughrey, just taken by Messrs. Harley & Metcalf, of this city, which does the  artist great credit.

1861 February 2.  Cambridge Chronicle.  (Cambridge, Massachusetts.)  February 2, 1861, Vol. XVI, No. 5, P. 3.

Deaths.  In this city—28 ult., Mrs. Eliza W. Carney, wife of Parker C. Harley, 33 years.

1861 June 15.  Cambridge Chronicle.  (Cambridge, Massachusetts.)  June 15, 1861, Vol. XVI, No. 24, P. 3.

Messrs. Harley & Metcalf, photographers, opposite City Hall, have presented us with a photograph of the Chronicle Building.  It is very creditable to their skill as artists.  The photograph was handsomely painted by Mr. J. Spaulding Keith—a young artist of much promise.  He may be found at a room in the Chronicle building, where this photograph and some other specimens of his work may be seen.

1862 February 2.  Cambridge Chronicle.  (Cambridge, Massachusetts.)  February 2, 1862, Vol. XVII, No. 2, P. 2.

Fire.—On Monday morning last, just as the members of the city government had assembled for organization, a fire commenced in one of the two daguerreotype saloons, on Main Street, opposite City Hall.  Both saloons were badly injured, and the loss will probably amount to about $200.  They belonged to Messrs, Harley and Metcalf.

1862 February 2.  Cambridge Chronicle.  (Cambridge, Massachusetts.)  February 2, 1862, Vol. XVII, No. 2, P. 3.

A Card.  We the undersigned would tender to the Fire Department and citizens our grateful acknowledgements for their prompt arrival to arrest the conflagration of our Photographic Saloons.  Also, we feel grateful for the patronage of the citizens and public, and hope soon to be located to serve them again.  Harley & Metcalf.

1863 February 14.  Cambridge Chronicle.  (Cambridge, Massachusetts.)  February 14, 1863, Vol. XVIII, No. 7, P. 1.

From the 38th Mass. Regiment.  Company F, Capt. Rundlett.  Camp Kearney, Carrolton, La., Jan. 29, 1863.  Mr. Editor.—Since our departure from  Baltimore, my pen has been quite…

About half-way between the grave yard and our camp, Yankee enterprise had exhibited itself by adding an L to an island cabin, and locating therein an ambrotype saloon—but, as it was beyond the reach of any but a few lucky ones, the speculation could not have been very remunerative.  The specimens I saw from there would hardly pass muster as other than caricatures beside those from our Cambridge artists, Messrs Harley & Metcalf…

1864 January 23.  Cambridge Chronicle.  (Cambridge, Massachusetts.)  January 23, 1864, Vol. XIX, No. 4, P. 3.

Marriages.  In this city—14th inst., by Rev. H. F. Harrington, Mr. Parker C. Harley to Miss Cordelia S., daughter of A. H. Read, Esq. all of Cambridge.  No cards.

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

Hardy, George

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1851                20 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1851 February 25.  The Boston Daily Bee.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  February 25, 1851, Vol. 18, No. 109, P. 2.

We desire to call the attention of any of our readers who may be in want of a first rate daguerreotype likeness of themselves or their friends, to the establishment of Mr. Geo. Hardy, successor to that celebrated artist T. H. [sic.] Cathan[2], No. 20 Washington street, up stairs.  For correctness of expression, beauty of finish and delicacy of coloring, his pictures cannot be excelled by those of any artist in the city.  His prices, also, are exceedingly reasonable.

1851 March 3.  The Boston Daily Bee.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 3, 1851, Vol. 18, No. 114, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—Spring has come, and those who are in want of a good and pleasing picture should secure it now, while they are free from the tan and and freckles are ever attendant on this season of the year.  And we would advise all our friends, who are in want of one to call on Mr. Hardy, 20 Washington street.  For softness of expression and beauty of finish, his pictures are excelled by none.

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

[2] Lucius H. Cathan.

Getchell, William H.

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

1854-1864       299 ½ Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.

1864                163 & 173 Washington Streety, Boston, Massachusetts.

1866-1872       375 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.

1874-1900       Address Unknown, Boston, Massachusetts.

1853 August 4.  The Boston Daily Mail.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  August 4, 1853, Vol. XIII, No. 183, P. 2.

Arrivals At The Principal Hotels Yesterday…

Quincy House…W. H. Getchell, Ogdensburg, N. Y.

1854 March 10.  Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 10, 1854, P. 2.

Gas Explosion on Washington Street—Two Persons Badly Injured.  Last evening, about 8½ o’clock, a dangerous accident occurred in the daguerreotype establishment of Messrs. Masury & Silsbee, 299½ Washington street, in the following manner: While in the process of forming a “Drummond Light” for the purpose of illuminating pictures to be daguerreotyped, the gas bag which was in use suddenly exploded, with so violent a concussion that the two persons who were standing upon it were thrown several feet distant and severely injured, while the entire glass of the large skylight and seven windows of the room was broken out, together with the sashes, and a rent made in the partition wall near where the bag laid, besides some other slight damage to the operating apparatus and fixtures of the room.

The explosion made a loud report, which was heard for a considerable distance, and the effect upon the six persons in the room was completely stunning; and it is quite remarkable that no more were injured, and that the destruction of property was not far greater.

The gas-bag was made of three thicknesses of strong cotton cloth, thoroughly saturated with India-rubber.  It was capable of holding 70 gallons of hydrogen, with which it was about half filled when the accident occurred.  It is supposed that the evaporation of the India-rubber produced a sufficient amount of oxygen to cause the explosion by the union of the two gasses, as no fire came in contact.

Mr. Samuel Masury, one of the firm, and Mr. William H. Getchell, an operative in the establishment, who were standing on the bag, were thrown with great force, the one upwards to the ceiling, and the other across the room.  Mr. Masury lost his left eye, and his forehead and face were badly cut.  He was taken to his residence and is under the care of Dr. Bigelow, who sewed up his wounds, Mr. M. manifesting the greatest fortitude during the operation.  Mr. Getchell’s left ankle was fractured, and his right foot badly crushed.  He is under the care of Dr. Cabot.

Mrs. Masury and Mr. Silsbee were among the persons present in the room who escaped injury.  We learn that the accident will not occasion any interruption to the business of the enterprising firm, as their establishment embraces several other rooms.

1854 March 11.  The Boston Daily Atlas.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 11, 1854, Vol. XXII, No. 215, P. 2.

The Gas Explosion.—It appears that the accident on Thursday evening at Messrs. Masury & Silsbee’s rooms, was caused by the burning of a large bag containing eighty gallons of Hydrogen gas, from the heavy pressure of weights, and of two gentlemen standing on it.  The experiment was to take daguerreotypes by means of the Drummond light, and the escaped gas instantly taking fire, exploded.  There were six persons in the room at the time, including Mrs. Masury. Mr. Silsbee was not injured, as stated yesterday, But Mr. Masury had one of his eyes actually blown from his head, while Mr. W. H. Getchell had besides many severe bruises, one of his ankles fractured, and his foot badly crushed.  The wounded men were removed to their homes, and were yesterday as comfortable as could be expected.

1854 March 11.  Boston Semi-Weekly Advertiser.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 11, 1854, Vol. CI, No. 7620, P. 2.

Local Matters.  [Report for the Boston Daily Advertiser.]  Accident.—About half-past eight o’clock on Thursday evening, as Messrs. Masury & Silsbee, 299 Washington street, were experimenting in their Daguerrian Gallery, with the new process of taking miniatures with the Drummond light, a bag containing eighty gallons of hydrogen gas, burst; the gas, taking fire, exploded, seriously wounding Mr. Masury, and Mr. William H. Getchell.  Mr. Masury received a severe gash on his forehead, extending into the inner corner of his left eye, which was entirely destroyed, and he was otherwise injured.  Mr. Getchell had one of his ankles fractured, and his foot badly crushed.  The wounded men were removed to their homes and surgical assistance obtained.  The violence of the explosion made a complete wreck of the furniture of the room, shattered several windows, and the skylight overhead.

1854 March 13.  Boston Semi-Weekly Courier.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 13, 1854, Vol. XXX, No. 4028, P. 1.

The Gas Explosion.  We have already mentioned that a serious gas explosion took place at the “daguerrean gallery” of Messrs. Masury & Silsbee, No. 299½ Washington street, on Thursday evening.  It was Mr. William H. Getchell, and not Mr. Silsbee, that sustained a broken leg.  Mr. Silsbee, through present, escaped injury.  The accident occurred in this wise: While in the process forming a “Drummond Light” for the purpose of illuminating pictures to be daguerreotyped, the gas bag which was in use exploded with so violent a concussion that the two persons who were standing upon it—Messrs. Masury and Getchell—were thrown several feet.  Mr. Masury was thrown against the ceiling, and Mr. Getchell across the room.  Mr. Masury lost his left eye, and his forehead and face were badly cut.  Mr. Getchell’s left leg was fractured and his right foot badly bruised.  There six other persons, including Mrs. Masury, in the room at the time of the accident, but they escaped.  The Transcript states that “the gas bag was made of three thicknesses of strong cotton cloth, thoroughly saturated with India-rubber.  It was capable of holding seventy gallons of Hydrogen, with which it was about filled when the accident occurred.  It is supposed that the evaporation of the India-rubber produced a sufficient amount of oxygen to cause the explosion by the union of the two gases, as no fire came in contact.”

1854 March 15.  Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 15, 1854, P. 2.

Recovering From Injuries.  Mr. Masury, the daguerreotype artist, is fast recovering from the injuries received a few days since by the gas explosion at his saloon on Washington street.  His assistant, Mr. Getchell, who was also seriously injured, is improving slowly.  He received severe bruises, which he did not notice much for some days, but was not internally injured, as at first feared.

1854 March 15.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March  15, 1854, No. 9572, P. 4.

Recovering From Injuries.  Mr. Masury, The daguerrean artist, is fact recovering from the injuries received a few days since by the gas explosion at his saloon on Washington street.  His assistant, Mr. Getchell, who was also seriously injured, is improving slowly.  He received several bruises, which he did not notice much for some days, but was not internally injured, as at first feared.

1854 March 15.  Boston Weekly Messenger.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March  15, 1854, Vol. XLII, No. 40, P. 4.

[Reported for the Boston Daily Advertiser.]  Accident.—About half-past eight o’clock on Thursday evening, as Messrs. Masury & Silsbee, 299 Washington street, were experimenting in their Daguerrian Gallery, with the new process of taking miniatures with the Drummond light, a bag containing eighty gallons of hydrogen gas, burst; the gas, taking fire, exploded, seriously wounding Mr. Masury, and Mr. William H. Getchell.  Mr. Masury received a severe gash on his forehead, extending into the inner corner of his left eye, which was entirely destroyed, and he was otherwise injured.  Mr. Getchell had one of his ankles fractured, and his foot badly crushed.  The wounded men were removed to their homes and surgical assistance obtained.  The violence of the explosion made a complete wreck of the furniture of the room, shattered several windows, and the skylight overhead.

1857 March 14..  The Flag Of Our Union.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 14, 1857, Vol. XII, No. 11, P. 5.

Marriages…By Rev Dr. Stow, Mr. William H. Getchell to Miss Sarah Hartwell.

1857 November 12.  Boston Daily Ledger.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  November 12, 1857, No. 269, P. 2.

Notice.—The copartnership heretofore existing under the firm name of Masury, Silsbee & Case, is by mutual consent this day dissolved.  The business of the firm will be settled at the usual place, 299½ Washington street, by Jno. G. Case, who has sole authority to do so.  Masury, Silsbee & Case.  Boston November 10, 1857.

Notice.—The undersigned have this day formed a copartnership to carry on the Photographic and Daguerreian business, which will hereafter be pursued under the firm, name and style of Silsbee, Case & Co.  Geo. M. Silsbee, Jno. G. Case, Wm. H. Getchell.  Boston November 10, 1857.

Advertisement was recorded on November 12 & 14, 1857.

1858 June 2.  Boston Daily Ledger.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  June 2, 1858, No. 431, P. 2.

299½ Washington street, Boston, June 1, 1858.  Desiring to return our thanks to the public, which for many years has so liberally patronized us in our Photographic Gallery, And wishing to inform our patrons that we are, as ever heretofore, ready to execute their orders in every branch of the Photographic Business, we beg leave to state that at the old stand, No. 299½ Washington street, We have increased, to the greatest possible extent, our facilities for the successful prosecution of our profession, and can furnish Pictures Taken In The Highest Perfection Of The Art, finished in Water Colors, Oil, India Ink, and Pastel, by our well known corps of Experienced and Talented Artists, Which remain the same as ever since the opening of our Rooms.  Mr. Silsbee still gives his personal attention to the coloring department and Mr. Getchell (having entered into our copartnership) being the principal Photographic artist, each assisted by the ablest assistants and the Most improved Of Modern Apparatus.

N. B. Our friends and the public are respectfully informed that we are the proprietors of all Photographic Negatives taken for the past seven years at this establishment, and that at our gallery only duplicate pictures may be obtained, where we shall be happy to receive all who desire any services in our branch of art.  Respectfully yours, &c. Silsbee, Case & Co.

Advertisement was recorded five times between June 2 to 11, 1858.

1858 July 1.  Boston City Directory.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  July 1, 1858, P. 47.  Published by Adams, Sampson & Co. 1858.

Silsbee, Case & Co.,   The Attention of the Public is Called Particularly To A New Style of Portraits, which we are now taking, called Photographs, Which are Daguerreotypes on Paper, canvas, or Glass, and are taken of all sizes, from the smallest, to life size, and colored in Oil, Water, or India Ink, far excelling in point of likeness all other styles of portraiture.  We are also making beautiful Daguerreotypes, which for clearness, style and beauty of finish, cannot be excelled.  To this branch of our business we respectfully call your attention.   Another style of Miniature which is pleasing to many, and in some respects preferable, is the Hallotype, which we are always prepared to take; and in either of the above branches of our Art, we will always give satisfaction. 

Our Gallery Is At 299½ Washington Street, Boston, And Is Up But One Flight Of Stairs.

Wm. Getchell, John G. Chase , Geo. M. Silsbee.

1858 September 4.  Boston Shipping List.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  September 4, 1858, Vol. XVII, No.2, P. 4.

Silsbee, Case & Co.  Photographs and Daguerreotypes.  Desiring to return our thanks to the public, which for many years has so liberally patronized us in our Photographic Gallery, And wishing to inform our patrons that we are as ever heretofore ready to execute their order in every branch of the Photographic Business, we beg leave to state that at the old stand, No. 299½ Washington street, We have increased, to the greatest possible extent, our facilities for the successful prosecution of our profession, and can furnish Pictures Taken In The Highest Perfection Of The Art, finished in Water Colors, Oil, India Ink, and Pastel, by our well known corps of Experienced and Talented Artists, Which remain the same as ever since the opening of our Rooms.  Mr. Silsbee still gives his personal attention to the coloring department and Mr. Getchell (having entered into our copartnership) being the principal Photographic artist, each assisted by the ablest assistants and the Most improved Of Modern Apparatus.

N. B. Our friends and the public are respectfully informed that we are the proprietors of all Photographic Negatives taken for the past seven years at this establishment, and that at our gallery only duplicate pictures may be obtained, where we shall be happy to receive all who desire any services in our branch of art.  Respectfully yours, &c. Silsbee, Case & Co.  je16. Advertisement was recorded six times between September 4 to October 2, 1858.

1860 April 27.  Manuscript Letter from William H. Getchell to Andrew Patch (Chris Steele’s Collection)

As a member of Silsbee, Case & Co. Photograph And Daguerreotype Artists, 299½ Washington Street, Boston wrote to Mr. Andrew Patch Harvard, Mass.  Dear Sir.  I will make duplicate photographs from any of those that I made for you for $1.00 with out frames or 2.00 with such frames as you had on those of yours for the Lodge at anytime that they may be wanted,

Respty yours, Wm. H. Getchell.

P. S. I have all the Negatives so they have just to send me the name of the ones they want.

1862 December 8.  Boston Morning Journal.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  December 8, 1862, Vol. XXX, No. 9194, P. 3.

Dissolution Of Copartnership.  The firm heretofore existing under the style of Silsbee, Case & Company is this day dissolved.

J. G. Case and W. H. Getchell are alone authorized to settle the affairs of the above firm.  G. M. Silsbee, J. G. Case, W. H. Getchell.  Boston Dec. 3, 1862.

The Business heretofore carried on by the above firm, will be continued by John G. Case and William H. Getchell, under the style and firm of Case & Getchell.

Advertisement ran from December 8 to 13, 1862.

1862 December 13.  The Commercial Bulletin.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  December 13, 1862, Vol. IV, No. 206, P. 3.

Changes in Business in Boston.  Since our last we have the following changes in business, &c., to record:—

Silsbee, Case & Co., Photographers; dissolved; G. M. Silsbee retired; now—Case & Getchell.

1862 December 13.  The Commercial Bulletin.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  December 13, 1862, Vol. IV, No. 206, P. 3.

Dissolution Of Copartnership.  The firm heretofore existing under the style of Silsbee, Case & Company is this day dissolved.

J. G. Case and W. H. Getchell are alone authorized to settle the affairs of the above firm.  G. M. Silsbee, J. G. Case, W. H. Getchell.  Boston Dec. 3, 1862.

The Business heretofore carried on by the above firm, will be continued by John G. Case and William H. Getchell, under the style and firm of Case & Getchell.

1863.  Boston Directory.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  n. p. 

Case & Getchell, Photographic and Daguerreotype Artists.  Photographs of All Sizes.  From Miniature to Life Size, and finished in India Ink, Oil, Water, and Pastile Colors.  Our rooms Are At 299½ Washington Street, …Boston, up one flight of stairs.  J. G. Chase,         W. H. Getchell

N.B.—Duplicate Photographs can be obtained at any time.  Also, we are paying particular attention to the very popular picture “Carte de Visite.”

1863 January 2.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  January 2, 1863, P. 2.

The Lilliputian Queen of Beauty.  Cartes de Visite of Miss. Lavinia Warren, the lady in miniature, to whom Barnum offered $100 per week and was refused, taken only by Case & Getchell, 299½ Washington street.

Advertisement ran three times between January 2 to 5, 1863.

1863 January 3.  Boston Morning Journal.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  January 3, 1863, Vol. XXX, No. 9216, P. 2.

Worth her Weight in Gold.  The only Cartes de Visite taken in Boston of the charming little beauty, Miss Warren, who caused such a sensation at the Parker House, were taken in all her various elegant costumes by Case & Getchell, 299½ Washington street.

1863 February 5.  Boston Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  February 5, 1863, Vol. XXXV, No. 10,059, P. 2.

Elegant Photographs.  In passing through Washington street every person should notice a superb photograph, of Imperial size, of J. Wilkes Booth, now on exhibition in the window of Thompkins’ druggist store, at the corner of Winter street.  It is an elegant specimen of the art, being remarkably smooth and clear in outline and feature, and well worthy of examination.  The picture is from the studio of Messrs. Case & Getchell, (late Silsbee, Case & Co.) who have gained a well earned reputation for superior photographs and cartes de visites.

1863 February 12.  Boston Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  February 12, 1863, Vol. XXXV, No. 10,065, P. 2.

Lilliputian Wedding.  Cartes De Visite of Mr. & Mrs. Gen’l Tom Thumb, taken from life by Case & Getchell, and now for sale at 299½ Washington st.

Advertisement ran five times between February 12 to 17, 1863.

1863 February 12.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  February 12, 1863, P. 2.

Lilliputian Wedding.  Carte de Visites of Mr. and Mrs. Gen Tom Thumb, taken from life by Case & Getchell, and now for sale at 299½ Washington street.

Advertisement ran from February 12 to 16, 1863.

1863 April 4.  Boston Morning Journal.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  April 4, 1863, Vol. XXX, No. 9293, P. 2.

Extensive Alterations.  The late fire, by which Messrs. Case & Getchell, the celebrated photographers at 299½ Washington street, were so seriously inconvenienced, is after all to be productive of considerable good.  With characteristic centerpiece those gentlemen have improved the opportunity to completely refit, somewhat enlarge, and make more attractive than ever their popular rooms.  For several years past they have done a very large business, and step by step were obliged to enlarge the sphere of their operations.  An additional room on the right of their reception gallery was first taken, then a large building at the rear was wholly occupied, and more recently another apartment, for the accommodation of a second operator, was opened.  These are the natural results of unusual capacity, as well as of marked loyalty to their own obligations and the wants and tastes of customers alike.  Their rooms, as they look now—enlarged, recarpeted, newly decorated, and richly embellished—could hardly be recognized by a person formerly frequenting them, and we think must be an object of considerable interest for some weeks to come.  If any one has a doubt of the remarkable popularity of this establishment, let him just step in at the first convenient moment and take a look at Messrs. Case & Getchelle’s “Engagement Book.”  

1863 November 30.  Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  November 30, 1863, P. 5.

Buckley’s Serenaders.  New Minstrel Hall.  Corner of Summer and Chauncy streets.  Change of Time.  Evening at 7½; Saturday at 2¼ .

Laughing Song—Polka D’Afric—Lisping Song—The Happy Octogenarian—Gold vs. Postage Stamps—Billy Paterson—The Much Abused Trovatore.

Opera Week.  Case & Getchell.

Doors open at 6 in the evening; Saturday afternoon at 1.  Ticket office open from 10 A. M. to 1 P. M.  Tickets 25 cts.  Reserved Seats 50 cts.

1864.  Boston Directory.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  n. p. 

Case & Getchell, Photographic and Daguerreotype Artists.  Photographs of All Sizes.  From Miniature to Life Size, and finished in India Ink, Oil, Water, and Pastile Colors.  Our rooms Are At 299½ Washington Street, …Boston, up one flight of stairs.  J. G. Chase,         W. H. Getchell

N.B.—Duplicate Photographs can be obtained at any time.  Also, we are paying particular attention to the very popular picture “Carte de Visite.”

1864 February 8.  Boston Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  February 8, 1864, Vol. XXXVI, No. 10,368, P. 3.

Major General Burnside and McDowell have visited the Photographic Galleries of Messrs. Case & Getchell, and J. W. Black, the last week, where several fine portraits in cabinet and card size have been taken.  The cabinet size of both are excellent.  That taken by Mr. Black can be seen at the store of Messrs. J. E. Tilton & Co., and the other at Messrs. Case & Getchell’s.  The card pictures of both artists are also very fine.

1864 March 2.  Boston, Daily Advertiser.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 2, 1864, Vol. 103, No. 52, Whole No. 15,450, P. 1.

Fire.—The alarm about 1 o’clock yesterday afternoon was caused by fire in the photograph rooms of Messrs. Case & Getchell, No. 299½ Washington street.  A bottle of collodion was accidentally dropped in the chemical room, and the fumes instantly ignited from the gas, filling the apartment at once with flame.  Messrs. W. H. Getchell, Asa B. Eaton and Edwin Gossam were burned in the hands and face, the first two quite seriously.  The damage to the establishment is slight.  

1864 March 2.  Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 2, 1864, P. 4.

Explosion And Accident In A Photographic Saloon.  The alarm of fire at twenty-five minutes before one o’clock, this afternoon, proceeded from a slight fire in the photograph rooms of Case & Getchell, No. 299½ Washington street.  The fire was caused by an explosion of chemicals in the “dark room” of the establishment, and we regret to say that several persons were injured thereby.  Mr. A. B. Eaton, one of the operators was badly burned about the face and hands, being in the room at the time.  Mr. Wm. H. Getchell, of the firm of Case & Getchell, had his hands badly burned and his hair scorched, and a young m,an named Edwin Gossam also had his hands burned.  Several other persons, one of whom was Mr. R. Bishop Buckley, of Buckley’s Minstrels, who chanced to be in the operating rooms, narrowly escaped serious injury.  The fire was put out with a few buckets of water, and the damage to the building was comparatively small.

1864 March 2.  Boston Morning Journal.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 2, 1864, No. 9577, P. 4.

Fire And Accident.  An alarm about half-past 12 o’clock yesterday afternoon, came from the photograph saloon of Messrs. Case & Getchell, 299½ Washington street, and was caused by the accidental ignition of some chemicals, in a room in which were several persons at the time.  The fire was extinguished with but little damage to the building or stock, but Messrs. Wm. H. Getchell, Asa B. Eaton and Edwin Gossin (sic.) were burned about their faces and hands, the two first named quite severely.   

1864 June 15.  Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  June 15, 1864, P. 3.

Notice.  All persons having unsettled accounts with the firm of Case & Getchell, Photographers, 299½ Washington street, are requested to make immediate payment, as our business must be closed by July 1st, 1864, on account of the removal of the building.

1864 July 1.  Boston Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  July 1, 1864, Vol. XXXVI, No. 10,490, P. 2.

Photographic Partnership.  It will be seen by reference to an advertisement in another column, that the firm of Case & Getchell has been dissolved and that a new copartnership has been formed between J. W. Black and J. G. Case, under the title of Black & Case.  The Combination, in one firm, of two such eminent photographers, cannot but have a marked effect in attracting business to their establishment.

1864 July 1.  Boston Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  July 1, 1864, Vol. XXXVI, No. 10,490, P. 3.

Dissolution Of Copartnership.  The Copartnership heretofore existing between the subscribers, under the the style of Case & Getchell, is this day dissolved by mutual consent.

Either party is authorized to settle the partnership business and may be found at 163 and 173 Washington street, at the establishment of Black & Case.

All persons indebted to said late firm of Case & Getchell are requested to make immediate payment as above.  J. G. Case, W. H. Getchell.

1864 July 2.  Boston, Daily Advertiser.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  July 2, 1864, Vol. 104, No. 2, Whole No. 15,559, P. 1.

Business Changes,  In Boston…

Case & Getchell, Photographists, dissolved.  J. W. Black and J. G. Case for a new firm under the style of Black & Case.

1864 July 2.  Boston Morning Journal.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  July 2, 1864, No. 9,682, P. 3.

Important Notice.  We beg to announce that we have purchased the entire Stock of Photographs published by the late firm of Case & Getchell, and we have also completed arrangements with the well known and justly celebrated Artists, Black & Case, (J. W. Black)  (Case & Getchell) for the Exclusive Sale of their large collection of Photographs.  In addition to our already Extensive Catalogue, this will make the Largest Photograph List In The United States.  Trade and Agents supplied at lowest market prices.  John H. Bufford & Sons, Printsellers, Publishers & Lithographers, [213] Washington st., Boston, Ma.

1864 July 16.  Commercial Bulletin.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  July 16, 1864, VI, No. 288, P. 2.

–The interests of two of the largest and most popular firms engaged in the photograph business in Boston, have recently been united.  The form of Case & Getchell having been dissolved and a new firm formed by Mr. John G. Case and J. W. Black, under the style of Black and Case, Mr. Getchell assuming superintendence of an important speciality (sic.) in the new firm.  Both of these parties have attained a high reputation in the photographic art, and a stronger combination of skill, latest improvements and experience cannot be imagined.  All negatives, &c, of Case & Getchell, can be found at the establishment of the new firm, No. 000 Washington street.

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

Changes In Business In Boston…

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

Brownell & Cahill, Photographers; dissolved.

1865 September 20.  Boston Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  September 20, 1865, Vol. XXXVII, No. 10,864, P. 2.

Opening Of The Mechanic Fair.  This exhibition of the mechanic arts begun at noon today, with every indication of its being a thorough success.,,

Six tables have been placed on the floor of the hall, the sides of which have been divided into twelve alcoves.  Alcove 8 to 12 inclusive, on the north side, are devoted to specimens of the skill of our photographic artists, as follows:

No. 8—Messrs. Black & Case;

No. 9—Augustus Marshall;

No. 10—E. L. Allen;

No. 11—J. A. Whipple;

No. 12—Getchell & Brownell.

1865 September 23.  Boston Semi-Weekly Advertiser.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  September 23, 1865, Vol. 125, No. 8824, P. 1.

Mechanics’ Fair Tenth Exhibition of the Massachusetts Charitable Mechanic Association…

Section Two…

The entire east side of the hall is occupied by the exhibition of photographs, embracing five (sic.) collections from Black & Case, Fuller & Smith, A. Sonrel, T. R. Burnham, E. S. Allen, J. A. Whipple, Getchell & Brownell, S. Masury, and John P. Soule.

1865 September 27.  Boston Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  September 27, 1865, Vol. XXXVII, No. 10,870, P. 5.

Tenth Exhibition Of American Manufactures, New Inventions & Work Of Art, Under The Direction Of The Massachusetts Charitable Mechanics Association, At Faneuil And Quincy Halls…

Alcove No. Twelve.  Samuel Masury has several beautiful specimens of Painting on Porcelain which are worthy attention.  Messrs. Getchell & Brownell display Photographs of excellent finish—amongst them, views of the Old Mill at Newport, Niagara Falls, and Suspension Bridge; also a case of Card Photographs, one of which represents an open book,—the execution of the picture being so clear that the page can be read without the aid of glasses.  The book has a book-mark in it with the motto “Firm and True;” underneath are the Square, the Rule, and the Compass.

1866.  Boston Directory.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  P. 634. 

W. H. Getchell, (Late firm Case & Getchell), Photographic Artist, 375 Washington Street, Boston, Next Door South Of Adams House.

Special attention given to taking pictures of Children, without extra charge.  Daguerreotypes and Ambrotypes copied and enlarged to any desirable size.

1866 January 25.  Boston Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  January 25, 1866, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 10,970, P. 3.

The Copartnership heretofore existing between W. H. Getchell and A. C. Brownell, Photographers, is this day dissolved by mutual consent.  All business of the late firm will be settled by W. H. Getchell, at his rooms, No. 375 Washington st.

1866 February 24.  Boston Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  February 24, 1866, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 10,996, P. 3.

W. H. Getchell.  375 Washington Street.  Pictures taken in all styles of Photographic Art.  Photographs, Porcelainotypes, Cartes De Visites or Pictures In Imperial And Life Size. 

The best Artists employed in finishing Photographs.  Satisfaction guaranteed to all customers.

1868 May 12.  Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  May 12, 1868, P. 4.

Affairs About Home.  Report of the Grand Jury for Suffolk County reported this morning 75 bills of indictment…

John Dillon, larceny of photographic pictures, the property of Edward L. Allen, Wm. H. Getchell and John A. Whipple; also a watch and chain and banknotes belonging to Sarah B. Thayer.

1869 August 26.  Boston Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  August 26, 1869, Vol. XLII, No. 12,078, P. 2.

Crawford’s Beethoven In Music Hall is regarded as one of the very finest works of modern art.  Thousands have studied it, as it stands, representing the thoughtful majesty of the great composer.  A remarkably excellent photograph of this statue has been taken by W. H. Getchell, 375 Washington street.  It is printed with clearness and makes a beautiful picture.  Copies are for sale by Mr. Alfred P. Peck, the owner of the copyright, at the ticket office of the hall.

1872 July 30.  Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  July 30, 1872, P.1.

By Albert Howe, Auctioneer.  Fixtures and Furniture of a Photograph Room at Auction, 375 Washington st.  Will be sold at public auction This Day, July 30, 1872, at 10 o’clock A. M., all the articles contained in the photograph rooms of Wm. H. Getchell, consisting of Brussels carpet, 2 sofas, easy and other chairs, 1 bookcase, 1 counter, 1 silver show case, 1 centre table, lot drawers and shelves, lot of picture frames, 500 lights of glass, lot of painted carpet, curtains, lot iron stair treads, 1 large Magee stove and funnel, 1 desk.  All to be sold and taken away on the day of the sale.

1910 August 16.  Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  August 16, 1910, Vol. 81, No. 190, P. 3.

Recent Deaths: Boston Oldest Photographer.  Old-time maker of daguerreotypes took earliest pictures of Charles Sumner and Adelina Patti.

William H. Getchell, considered as Boston’s oldest photographer, died at his home, 19 Nixon Street, Dorchester, yesterday afternoon aged eighty-one years.  In the Getchell home is a remarkable collection of pictures of Boston’s most famous citizens and visitors of more then fifty years ago.  Among the pictures is the first photograph ever taken of Charles Sumner as well as the first of Adelina Patti.

Born in Hallowell, ME. And reared in Bangor, ME. Getchell was left an orphan at an early age and was adopted by a family which moved to Washington, Ill. At the age of eleven Mr. Getchell came to Boston and learned the trade of daguerreotype-making from Masury & Silsbee, whom he later succeeded as a member of the firm of Case & Getchell.  His studio was located at what was then on Washington Street, at a point where Temple Place later was extended to that Street.  Mr. Getchell always declared that the old-fashioned daguerreotype was the only faithful reproduction of the human features ever devised other forms of photography he contened, excelled in concealment of expression.

Foss, Plummer

Daguerreotypes, ,

1845-1849       190 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1848                115 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts.

1846 May 26.  The Daily Chronotype.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  May 26, 1846, Vol. 1, No. 76, P. 3.

P. Foss Daguerreotype Pictures, 190 Washington Street, opposite Marlboro’ Hotel, Boston— (Formerly P. [sic.] Cannon’s.)

The subscriber would respectfully invite the attention of all persons interested in procuring Daguerreotypes Likenesses of themselves or their friends, or copies from portraits, Miniatures, Paintings, Engravings, or Statuary, to his specimens.

Pictures taken in any weather, at reduced prices, and colored—warranted as good likenesses as can be taken in the city.  Instructions given in the art.  P. Foss, 190 Washington street.

Advertisement ran from May 26 to June 25, 1846.

1846 June 1.  Boston Daily Whig.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  June 1, 1846, Vol. 1, No. 197, P. 3.

P. Foss Daguerreotype Pictures, 190 Washington Street, opposite Marlboro’ Hotel, Boston— (Formerly J. Cannon’s.)

The subscriber would respectfully invite the attention of all persons interested in procuring Daguerreotypes Likenesses of themselves or their friends, or copies from Portraits, Miniatures, Paintings, Engravings, or Statuary, to his specimens.

Pictures taken in any weather, at reduced prices, and colored—warranted as good likenesses as can be taken in the city.  Instructions given in the art. 

The public are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens.

In style of execution and picturesque effect—in boldness of character and beauty of expression—in variety of size and delicacy of light and shadows, he will aim at the highest perfection possible.

P. Foss, 190 Washington street.  My 19.

Advertisement was recorded five times between June 1 to July 17, 1846.

1846 August 12.  The Daily Chronotype.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  August 12, 1846, Vol. 1, No. 142, P. 3.

Plummer Foss, Daguerreian Artist—190 Washington street, opposite Marlboro Hotel, Boston.

Pictures taken in any weather, at reduced prices, and colored.  Warranted as good likenesses as

can be taken in the city.                                 

Advertisement ran from August 12, 1846 to January 1, 1847.

1846 October 27.  Boston Daily Whig.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 27, 1846, Vol. 2. No. 13, P. 4.

P. Foss Daguerreotype Pictures, 190 Washington Street, opposite Marlboro’ Hotel…….Boston.

The subscriber would respectfully invite the attention of all persons interested in procuring Daguerreotypes Likenesses of themselves or their friends, or copies from Portraits, to his specimens.

Pictures taken in any weather, at reduced prices, and colored—warranted as good likenesses as can be taken in the city.  Instructions given in the art. 

The public are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens.  Taken for $1.50.

For style of execution, beauty of execution, boldness of character, and variety of tints and shades, he flatters himself that he can give as good satisfaction as any other artist in the city.

P. Foss, 190 Washington Street.  oct 18.

Advertisement was recorded twice on October 31, 1846. and February 5, 1847.

1846 December 26.  Boston Daily Mail.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  December 26, 1846, Vol. VII, No. 14, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.  We have seen some very perfect and beautiful specimens of the phonographic art, taken by Mr. Plummer Foss, a young gentleman of this city, who has devoted much time to the business, and who understands his profession thoroughly.  The likenesses taken by him exhibit a truthfulness and finish which cannot be excelled.  Mr. F.’s rooms are at 190 Washington st., opposite the Marlboro’.

1847 March 24.  The Daily Chronotype.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 24, 1847, Vol. 3, No. 333, P. 3.

As good a Picture as can be had in the city, may be had by calling at P. Foss’s, 190 Washington st., opposite Marlboro Hotel, for One Dollar And Fifty Cents.

Those wishing for a good Likeness, will please call and examine for themselves, before going elsewhere.                             

Advertisement ran from March 24 to June 25, 1847.

1847 April 7.  Boston Daily Mail.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  April 7, 1847, Vol. VII, No. 101, P. 2.

Among the many artist in the Daguerreotype business, we notice Mr. P. Foss, at 190 Washington street.  His likenesses are the most accurate of any we have seen in the city.  Give him a call.

1847 September.  Massachusetts Charitable Mechanics Association.

Exhibited daguerreotypes at the Fifth Exhibition of the Massachusetts Charitable Mechanics Association.  No award given.

1847 September 28.  The Boston Daily Atlas.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  September 28, 1847, Vol. XVI, No. 76, P. 2.

Mechanics Exhibition.—Several articles of machinery are in Quincy Hall,…

John A. Whipple exhibits a great collection of Daguerreotypes, done to great perfection.  We think we have never seen more perfect ones.  Among other likenesses, he has the Governor, Lieut. Governor and Council, all in one group, taken as they sit at the Council Board, perfect likenesses.

In Quincy Hall…

Southworth & Hawes, 5½ Tremont Row, exhibit a very large and beautiful collection of daguerreotypes, which certainly appear to have attained the very acme of perfection in the art.  They are particularly remarkable for the clearness and distinctness with which every feature is delineated.

Another specimen of Daguerreotypes, of great beauty and distinctness, is exhibited by Plummer Foss, 190 Washington street.

1847 September 29.  The Boston Semi-Weekly Atlas.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  September 29, 1847, Vol. XIV, No. 26, P. 4.

Mechanics Exhibition.—Several articles of machinery are in Quincy Hall,…

John A. Whipple exhibits a great collection of Daguerreotypes, done to great perfection.  We think we have never seen more perfect ones.  Among other likenesses, he has the Governor, Lieut. Governor and Council, all in one group, taken as they sit at the Council Board, perfect likenesses.

In Quincy Hall…

Southworth & Hawes, 5½ Tremont Row, exhibit a very large and beautiful collection of daguerreotypes, which certainly appear to have attained the very acme of perfection in the art. 

They are particularly remarkable for the clearness and distinctness with which every feature is delineated.

Another specimen of Daguerreotypes, of great beauty and distinctness, is exhibited by Plummer Foss, 190 Washington street.

1848 June 24.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  June 24, 1848, Vol. 4 No. 258, P. 4.

Plummer Foss, Daguerrian Artist, No. 190 Washington street, (Opposite Marlboro Hotel.)  And No. 115 Court Street……….Boston.  Pictures taken in any weather, for $150, and colored.  Warranted as good likeness as the best taken in the city.

Advertisement was recorded from June 24 to July 26, 1848.

1848 October 6.  The Boston Daily Bee.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 6, 1848, Vol. 13 No. 140, P. 3.

Marriages…In this city, by Rev. Mr. Streeter, Mr. Plummer Foss to Miss Caroline W. P. Cotton.

1848 October 31.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 31, 1848, P. 2.

Prices Reduced.  As Good A Picture May Be Had At 190 Washington Street, Opposite the Marlboro’ Chapel, For $1.50, As can be had in this city.  Those wishing for a Good Likeness, will please call and examine for themselves.  Plummer Foss.

1849 January 1.  Boston Daily Republican.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  January 1, 1849, Vol. 4, No. 64, P. 4.

Boston Business Illustrated Directory…Daguerreotype Miniatures.

Cannon, John, Blanchard’s Block, Court.  Pictures taken in the utmost perfection of the art.[2]

Foss, Plummer, 190 Washington, opp.  Marlboro’ Hotel.  Perfect satisfaction given or no charge.  Please call.

Lerow & Co., 91 Washington, would inform the public that they are now taking better Pictures than formerly on account of some important improvements which they have recently made in the Art.  Their work now cannot by surpassed by any in quality, and their prices are extremely low.  Particular attention given to copying Paintings, Engravings, &c.

North’s Daguerreotype Rooms, 142 Washington.  In consequence of the demand for Daguerreotype Miniatures being more than he could supply at his rooms, 142, Mr. North has opened another splendid Daguerreotype Establishment in connection with Mr. Marshall, 268 Washington st.  Likenesses can be procured at either establishment.

Shew, Wm.,  123 Washington, Miniatures taken in the best manner and at low rates.

Whipple, John A., 96 Washington, Miniatures beautifully executed.

Advertisement ran from January 1 to April 2, 1849.

1849 January 6.  The Roxbury Gazette.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  January 6, 1849, Vol. II, No. 2, P. 2.

Plummer Foss’ Daguerreotype Gallery, No. 190 Washington St., Boston, opposite The Marlboro’ Hotel.

Pictures taken at reduced price, and colored.  The public are invited to call and examine specimens.

Advertisement ran from January 6 to July 21, 1849.

1849 April 3.  Boston Daily Republican.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  April 3, 1849, Vol. 4, No. 143, P. 4.

Boston Business Illustrated Directory…Daguerreotype Miniatures.

Cannon, John, Blanchard’s Block, Court.  Pictures taken in the utmost perfection of the art.

Foss, Plummer, 190 Washington, opp.  Marlboro’ Hotel.  Perfect satisfaction given or no charge.  Please call.

Lerow & Co., 91 Washington, would inform the public that they are now taking better Pictures than formerly on account of some important improvements which they have recently made in the Art.  Their work now cannot by surpassed by any in quality, and their prices are extremely low.  Particular attention given to copying Paintings, Engravings, &c.

Whipple, John A., 96 Washington, Miniatures beautifully executed.

Advertisement ran from April 3 to 12, 1849.

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

[2] Advertisement ran from January 8 to April 2, 1849.

Foss, George W.

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , , , , ,

1856                American House, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1857-1858       2 Winter Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1861                2 Winter Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1856 June 5.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  June 5, 1856, No. 10,263, P. 2.

The Patent Double Camera of James & Co., of which they have the exclusive right in the New England States is working wonders in the execution of pictures.  Six hundred a day is a moderate day’s work for this establishment, and the accuracy and beauty of finish with which those 25 cent Daguerreotypes are clothed is not exceeded in pictures which at other places cost five dollars.  Ladies out shopping should not fail to test the merits of the Double Camera of James & Co., corner of Winter and Washington streets.  They will find Mr. Foss, the clerk of the house, affable and obliging, and always ready to exhibit specimens, whether the object is to obtain a picture or not.  Pictures on glass are also taken in a superior manner and at low rates, and Daguerreotypes of every style and price.

1856 June 13.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  June 13, 1856, No. 10,270, P. 4.

A Lady entered the daguerreotype house of James & Co., corner of Winter and Washington streets, yesterday, and inquired of the clerk, Mr. Foss, if she could have a picture taken and finished up in half an hour, as she had just that time before leaving for the cars.  Mr. Foss replied that there would be no difficulty in accomplishing that, and in ten minutes delivered her two perfect likenesses of herself, executed at one sitting by their patent Double Camera, from which to select the one that suited her.  She was so well pleased with them that she took them both, and departed with an air of astonishment at the expeditious and perfect manner in which they have been produced.  James & Co.’s is the place to get good pictures taken, cheap and expeditiously.

1856 July 4.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  July 4, 1856, No. 10,288, P. 3.

For Sale—The complete Stock, Type and Fixtures of a weekly Newspaper, published in Boston.  A rare chance is offered for a man with a small capital, as the present proprietor is about making a change in business, and will sell at a low price if applied for immediately.  Inquire of G. W. Foss, at the Daguerrian Rooms, corner of Winter and Washington streets.

1861 July 4.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  July 4, 1861, P. 4.

1000 Pictures will probably by taken at the corner of Winter and Washington streets on the Fourth.  The proprietor is prepared to accommodate all, and his prices cannot fail to suit.

Old stand, corner Winter and Washington streets.  G. W. Foss, Successor to Davis & Co.

Advertisement ran on July 3 & 4, 1861.

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

Folger, Thomas G.

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1856-1857       142 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1856 December 6.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.) December 6, 1856, No. 10,418, P. 2.

Beautiful Pictures.  Next to a beautiful woman we admire beautiful pictures.  These may be seen, brought to the highest perfection the Camera can attain, at Folger & Co.’s Daguerrian Gallery, over the Propeller Printing Office, No. 142 Washington street.

Advertisement ran from December 6 to 12, 1856.

1856 December 23.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.) December 6, 1856, No. 10,422, P. 2.

Splendid Daguerreotypes for Christmas and New Year’s presents taken at Folger & Co.’s Gallery, over the Propeller Printing Office, No. 142 Washington street.

1856 January 15.  Boston Daily Ledger.  (Boston, Massachusetts.), January 15, 1856, No. 13, P. 4.

“A Single Ray Of Sunshine” will do for poetry, but a full supply is necessary to produce a faithful and vivid daguerreotype.  Take advantage, therefore, of the present season, and call upon Messrs. Folger & Co., No. 142 Washington street, over the well known Propeller Printing office.

1856 February 25.  Boston Daily Ledger.  (Boston, Massachusetts.), February 25, 1856, No. 47, P. 4.

A Good Likeness for the small sum of twenty-five cents.  This is an excellent season to have the likeness of yourself and relatives daguerreotyped, which will become grateful souvenirs in the future.  Call on Folger & Co., over the Propeller Printing Office, 142 Washington street.  They are the most successful artist in this department of scientific art.

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