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Dunmore, John Lapham

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , , , , , ,

1856-1859       96 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1860-1874       173 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1875                334 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1876-1894       333 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1863.   During the Bradford expedition to Labrador, Critcherson & Dunmore expose nearly two hundred 14 x 18 inch wet plate negatives.  In 1873 The Arctic Region, an album of 139 images, including both full-plate images and smaller illustrations, was published in London.

1869.   The Philadelphia Photographer (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)  1869, P. 412-414.

The Camera Among The Icebergs.  Having just returned from a photographic trip among the Icebergs, probably a few notes of it may interest your readers, and I jot them down.

The expedition was arranged by Mr. Wm. Bradford, the artist, accompanied by Dr. I. L. Hayes.  It was my second trip to the regions of ice, so I know somewhat beforehand of the hardships that had to be endured and the difficulties to be met with.

We left Boston June 13th, and, arriving in New York, found one box of chemicals broken.  We replaced them, and left for Halifax on the 15th.  After a splendid passage we arrived there on the 17th.  I found two boxes of glass broken (about one hundred sheets).  I travelled all over Halifax to find some more glass, and the only place I could find any, was at a hardware store, and that was of a very poor quality.  I went to Mr. Chase, the photographer there, who was very accommodating, and assisted me in albumenizing my glass.  Started the next day for St. John’s, N. F., rather discouraged, but in hopes that a bad beginning would make good ending.  We arrived at St. John’s on the 21st.  Nothing of importance occurred on the trip.  We expected to find our steamer waiting there for us, and were much disappointed to find that she had gone to Sydney for coal, for we had to wait in that dead-and-alive place a week before she returned.  To pass away the time, I made some twenty-five or thirty views of very beautiful scenery thereabouts.

The steamer arrived, and we went aboard the 28th.  We set a carpenter to work building a dark-closet.  It was fifteen feet long by six feet wide, with all the modern improvements.  Our steamer (the panther), was of three hundred and fifty tons burden, and was built very strong, on purpose for the ice, and was used for seal-fishing in the spring.  The passengers and crew consisted of about thirty, the jolliest crowd that ever sailed for Greenland.

We left St. John’s on the 3d of July, and were very glad to get off.  The 4th was a very unpleasant day, foggy, and a very heavy sea running; all hands a little sea-sick; could eat but little breakfast, and did not feel like celebrating much; were not at all patriotic; the foreign water had a bad effect on us.  Had bad weather for a week.  On July 10th we made the Greenland coast, a place called Cape Desolation.  We went ashore, and found the place was rightly named, for there was not a living being on it, nothing but rocks and icebergs to be seen.  We intended to leave the next day, but it blew a gale and we had to lay there four or five days.  All hands began to get home sick   we made a few pictures in the rain.

It cleared up on the 15th, and we sailed for Julianehaab, one of the largest places in South Greenland.  The natives were all scared when we blew off steam, having never seen a steamer before.  In the morning we went ashore and called on the Governor, who entertained us with a little whisky and cigars.  In the afternoon we made some pictures of the Governor and his family, and some views of the Esquimaux huts.  The next morning, about four o’clock, we went about twenty miles in a boat (which they call oomiack), paddled by six Esquimaux girls, who were all dressed in seal-skin suits.  We took a picture of a cathedral, built nine hundred years ago by the Northmen, and did not get back until two o’clock the next morning, almost eaten up with flies and mosquitoes.  We sailed

Again for a place called Kaksimuet, about a hundred miles farther north.  In the evening we went on shore to the house of the Governor, who was a jolly old fellow with twenty-two children.  He celebrated our arrival with a dance, and entertained us in good shape.  The next day we sailed about sixty miles to the mouth of a glacier, where the icebergs break off, to take some views; worked all the forenoon; went  on board to dinner; after dinner went back again, and had quite a narrow escape.  Just as we were landing  a large berg broke off, which sent the water up twenty feet all over us, and washed away collodion, developing glass, green baize, ect., and came very near taking us along with them.  As good luck would have it, our camera and tent were up high and dry on the hill.  We had to go on board and change our clothes, and the captain did not think it was safe to stop there any longer, so we got up anchor and steamed across the fiord two and a half miles, into a snug harbor.  We had not been there more than half an hour when a large berg, two hundred feet high broke off, which sent the water up forty feet, and, if we had been in the old place, the steamer would have gone up twenty feet on the rocks.

The glacier comes moving slowly down from the mountain, a great river of ice, thousands of feet deep, sometimes tem miles wide, to the fiord or bay at the foot of the mountain.  The Alpine glaciers roll down into the warm valleys, and there, warmed by the sun, melt away like a piece of wax before a candle, and form brooks and rivers.  But in Greenland, they cannot do that. It is to cold.  Therefore, as the ice at the mouth of the glacier is pushed forward to the water’s edge, it must break off in pieces and fall in, and such pieces are icebergs.  When they break off, the glacier is said, by the natives, to “calve,” or “an iceberg is born.”

I can give you no idea of what a beautiful sight it is to see an iceberg break off, but we, who have seen it, will never forget it.  Think of a mass of ice as big as the space of ground covered by the city of Boston, falling into the sea, and of the tremendous crash that occurs when it breaks away from its fellows, and they give it a parting salute as they groan and growl their last farewell.  Now, see the waves leap up forty feet into the air, washing and lashing the glacier with spray, and sweeping everything away not strong enough to bear the shock; then watch the new-born berg as it rocks in the sea like a huge porpoise, up and down, dropping here and there portions of itself, which drive down and reappear in all directions, and you can imagine faintly what it is to see a glacier “cave an iceberg.”  It is a long time before the trouble of the waters end, or before the new-born babe ceases to be rocked, and is still enough to have its picture made.  It is a sight one never tires of.

The next day our party started to go on top of the glacier.  It was very hard to get on to the with our cooking untensils and photographic traps, it was so very steep.  We travelled six miles on the top of it.  The sight was grand from there.  It was about two miles wide, and the length of it we could not tell, as it was hundreds of miles.  The depth of it was from five hundred to eight hundred feet.  We made a few pictures, ate our dinner  up there, and then started back.  We sailed the next day for Ivigut, where the Kryolite mines are.  Kryolite, as you know, is a mineral which is now largely used in the manufacture of Hot Cast Porcelain Glass for porcelain photographs and burnt-in-pictures, and which, I am told, will soon be introduced into the market.  This is the only place in the world where the mineral is found, I believe.  It imparts a whiteness and hardness to the glass unequalled by anything else, and can be had working in sheets 60 inches square.  We visited the mines, and intended to make some pictures, but it rained for two days, so we started for Upernavik (which means “Summer-Place”), about eight hundred miles farther north, and the most northern settlement in Greenland where there are any white people.  We steamed at half speed on account of the fog, as there was danger of running into the icebergs.  We crossed the Arctic Circle, July 31st.  We sailed along for a few days, and made instantaneous pictures of icebergs.  August 3d we lowered a boat, went ashore, and shot about fifty ducks.  The 4th, the sun shone forth for twenty-four hours for the first time.  We stopped at a place called “Sanderson’s Hope,” and made a picture of a mountain 4500 feet high.  We also collected a quantity of duck eggs.  We arrived at Upernavik on the 6th, a place of about two hundred and fifty inhabitants; went to a dance in the evening in a cooper’s shop.  The principal amusement there is dancing, and the principal smell is seal, which smell I smell yet.  It was so cold your watch-chain would scorch your fingers.  The next day we sailed for Melville Bay.  We stopped at a place called Tursuesak, and took a picture of a house, which is the farthest house north in the world.  It was taken at twelve o’clock in the morning of the 10th; went on deck and could see nothing but ice.  Presently we discovered three bears; we steamed towards them through ice about two feet thick as far as we could, when they came towards us, and we shot them all.  About seven o’clock we saw three more; all hands were anxious for a shot, but I told them to let me shoot first with the camera, which I did, and got two very good negatives of them from the topgallant forecastle.  Walking on the ice presently, they came nearer, and all hands shot and killed them.  We saw two more in the afternoon, but could not get them.  We were packed in the ice all the next day, and could not get out.  The ice made about two and a half inches at night.  I made some pictures on the ice, but with poor success, owing to so much reflected light.  I could not use my bath stronger than 18 grains.  I made negatives, 14×18, with a view-tube, smallest opening, in two seconds.  The next day the wind changed and broke the ice up.  That night we moored alongside of an iceberg.  It snowed all night.  We worked all the next day making some views of icebergs, and at night, took the midnight sun, three negatives, at ten, eleven, and twelve o’clock.  The next day we got high and dry on the ice, and had to stay there two days.  We began to think we should have to winter there, for all we could see, for miles and miles, was solid ice.  This was in latitude 75°.  We wanted to get through Melville Bay, and go farther north to Smith’s Sound, but had to give it up.

August 19th, we started south.  It snowed all night and froze hard, and we began to think it was time to head home.  On our way back, we stopped at Upernavik for a week.  I made some pictures of the natives and their huts, sleds, dogs, etc.  When we went to get up anchor to leave, we found an iceberg grounded on it.  It took about four hours to get clear of it.  We sailed down the coast to Jacobshaven, where there is a very large glacier, but could not get to it, owing to there being so many icebergs in the fjord.  We could not get to within ten miles of it, even with a small boat, so I made some negatives of the icebergs there, and the next day we started for Disco, and made some views of some high cliffs, and of a whaler that was wrecked there.  That finished my photographing in Greenland.  I made between three and four hundred negatives.

September 16th, was pleasant, and we worked all day packing and securing things for sea.  All hands were in good spirits with the thoughts of going home.  Went on shore in the evening to have the last dance and to say farewell.

September 17th we left for home.  The Governor fired six cannons when we left.  We arrived in Battle Harbor, on the Labrador coast, September 23d; found some newspapers there, a thing we had not seen for three months.  We left the next day; arrived in St. John’s September 26th, and, in a fortnight from that time, we were at home, safe and well.

My great trouble, while away, was reflected light.  Everything worked flat, and I could not force the negatives up—the stronger the bath the flatter the negative.

My friend, Mr. Critcherson, of Worcester, was with me, and I suppose no one ever photographed farther north, or in colder weather than we did, but we were well repaid.  You shall see prints from our best negatives soon.  Truly yours, J. L. Dunmore,             Black’s Studio, Boston

1901.   History of The Military Company of the Massachusetts now called The Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts.  1837-1888.

John L. Dunmore (1866), photographer, of Boston son of John and Martha W. (Lapham) Dunmore, was born in Dorchester, January 5, 1833.  He married, September 8, 1857, Elizabeth B. Kent.  He attended the public schools in Dorchester; followed the sea for five years afterward, and then learned the photographer’s business, which he has since pursued.  He accompanied the expeditions under Bradford to Labrador in 1863, and under Hays to Greenland in 1869, as photographer.  He was for several years in the employ of J. W. Black (1865), 333 Washington Street, Boston.

Mr. Dunmore (1866) was honorably discharged from the Artillery Company May 31, 1880.

1897 June 2.  Boston Daily Advertiser.  (Boston. Massachusetts.) June 2, 1897, Vol. 169, No. 130, P. 8.

Deaths.  Dunmore—At Somerville, May 29, John L. Dunmore, 64 yrs. 6 months (sic.)

1897 June 2.  Boston Evening Journal.  (Boston. Massachusetts.) June 2, 1897, Vol. LXIV, No. 20966, P. 8.

Deaths.  Dunmore—At Somerville, May 29, John L. Dunmore, 64 yrs. 4 months.

1897 June 2.  Boston Morning Journal.  (Boston. Massachusetts.) June 2, 1897, Vol. LXIV, No. 20966, P. 8.

Deaths.  Dunmore—At Somerville, May 29, John L. Dunmore, 64 yrs. 4 months.

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

Dawes, Howland

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1846                139 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1846                Temperance Hall, Dedham, Massachusetts.

1846 June 26.  The Norfolk Democrat.  (Dedham, Massachusetts.)  June 26, 1846, Vol. VIII, No. 22, Whole No. 386, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Our Villagers will do well to call at Temperance Hall, now occupied by Mr. Dawes, Daguerreotype Artist, and have their portraits taken.  We have examined some of his pictures and consider them first rate.—Those therefore who want a perfect likeness done in the best style, had better improve the present opportunity.

1846 June 26.  The Norfolk Democrat.  (Dedham, Massachusetts.)  June 26, 1846, Vol. VIII, No. 22, Whole No. 386, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Rooms.  The subscriber will spend a short time in Dedham, where he will attend to all orders in his profession with punctuality and dispatch.  His Rooms will be found at Temperance Hall, where he will take Daguerreotype Miniatures, during all hours of the day, and in all weather.

Being the Proprietor and Operator of one of the most eligible and successful Rooms in Boston, he trusts the execution of his work will sufficiently guarantee him from the charge of quackery.

Having made arrangements for being absent from Boston but a few days, he would respectfully invite Ladies and Gentlemen who wish to sit for Miniatures, and all others, to visit his Rooms as early as possible.  Howland Dawes, Daguerreotype Artist.

Advertisement ran from June 26 to August 28, 1846.

1846 July 3.  The Norfolk Democrat.  (Dedham, Massachusetts.)  July 3, 1846, Vol. VIII, No. 23, Whole No. 387, P. 3.

H. Dawes, Daguerreotype Artist, will be in Dedham again about the 10th of July, when he will be ready to wait on those who wish to sit for their pictures.  Hi rooms are at the Temperance Hall.

1846 July 24.  The Norfolk Democrat.  (Dedham, Massachusetts.)  July 24, 1846, Vol. VIII, No. 26, Whole No. 390, P. 3.

We are requested to mention that Mr. Dawes, Daguerreotype Artist, expects to be at Mill Village, in this town, on Monday next, and will remain a few days—after which he will be at the Temperance Hall.

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

Davis, Philemon

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

1855-1856       1 Winter Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]                       

1855-1868       2 Winter Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1856 September 30.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  September 30, 1856, No. 10,362, P. 2.

To The Public.  A good daguerreotype of any size or in any style, may be obtained at Davis & Co.’s, corner Winter and Washington streets.  Ambrotypes made by Davis & Co. cannot be surpassed.  Davis & Co. are at the rooms formerly occupied by James & Co.

1856 October 3.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 3, 1856, No. 10,365, P. 4.

Ambrotypes For 25 Cents!  Davis & Co. execute Ambrotypes for 25 cents, at the Great Daguerrean establishment, corner of Winter and Washington sts.

1856 October 3.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 3, 1856, No. 10,365, P. 4.

To The Public.  The report that James & Co., have removed from the daguerreotype establishment at the corner of Winter and Washington streets, is incorrect, Mr. D. E. James has retired from the late firm of James & Co., and is now no way connected with the establishment at the corner of Winter and Washington streets.  Davis & Co.

1856 October 14.  Daily Evening Traveler.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 14, 1856, Vol. XII, No. 166, P. 2.

Twenty-five Cent Ambrotypes.  The popular and enterprising house of Davis & Co., (formerly James & Co.) corner of Winter and Washington streets, having procured the necessary apparatus, are now prepared to execute Ambrotypes in the most perfect and beautiful manner, for Twenty-five Cents!

Daguerreotypes taken for twenty-five cents, as usual.

1856 October 25.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 25, 1856, No. 10,389, P. 2.

Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes are executed in a superior manner for 25 Centsat the corner of Winter and Washington streets, by Davis & Co.

The original 25 Cent Daguerrian Establishment is the only reliable place to visit in the city, if you wish for Pictures in any style.

Advertisement ran from October 25 to 28, 1856.

1856 October 29.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 29, 1856, No. 10,387, P. 2.

Ambrotypes.

It is said by a man,—we won’t call his name—

It might be a libel on the name of St. James,—

That the grandfather of Ambrotypes” abides at his place,

And that all who call there may look on his face.

Those that have seen him say he’s ugly and old,

And that in their visit they were wretchedly sold.

Be this as it may, at Davis & Co.’s,

The young Ambrotype the best pictures shows of any in town.

Unlike the old “grandfather,” he never is “cross,”

And to make a good picture is ne’er at a loss;

He treats visitors well, nor sends them away

With a very poor picture after getting the pay;

Nor says “if they don’t like it they may do as they please;”

He never is up to such tricks as these.

1856 November 11.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  November 11, 1856, No. 10,398, P. 2.

Old Daguerreotypes are copied in a superior manner by Davis & Co., at the corner of Winter and Washington streets.  Davis & Co. also execute Daguerreotypes and Ambrotypes for 25 cents, at the original 25 cent Daguerrean Rooms, corner of Winter street.

Advertisement ran from November 11 To 13, 1856.

1856 November 15.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  November 15, 1856, No. 10,402, P. 2.

If you wish for a picture of yourself or of a friend, visit the original 25 cent Daguerrean establishment corner of Winter and Washington streets.  You can there get a correct likeness for 25 cents.  Davis & Co. are proprietors of these well established rooms, and all who visit them are sure to be pleased.  Davis & Co. execute ambrotypes for 25 cents.

1856 November 18.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  November 18, 1856, No. 10,404, P. 2.

A Good Daguerreotype or a good Ambrotype may be had for 25 cents at Davis & Co.’s Daguerrean establishment, corner of Winter and Washington streets.  Visit Davis & Co.’s rooms before going elsewhere, if you wish for satisfactory pictures at low prices.

1856 November 24.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  November 24, 1856, No. 10,409, P. 2.

That Double Camera owned by Davis & Co., at the corner of Winter and Washington streets, is a perfect wonder in the Daguerrean art.  It makes two correct Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypees of every person who looks at it, and the price for taking a peep at this wonderful instrument is 25 cents.  If there is a person who has not seen the Double Camera we would advise them to visit Davis & Co.’s rooms, corner Winter and Washington streets.

1856 November 25.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  November 25, 1856, No. 10,410, P. 2.

Five Hundred Daguerreotypes and Ambrotypes are executed daily at Davis & Co’s original 25 cent Daguerrean establishment, corner of Winter and Washington streets.

1856 November 28.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  November 28, 1856, No. 10,411, P. 2.

Important Information.  The only place in Boston where both Ambrotypes and daguerreotypes are taken for 25 cents, is at Davis & Co.’s rooms, corner of Winter and Washington streets.  At Davis & Co.’s you can examine specimens and have your choice either Ambrotype or Daguerreotype for 25 cents.

1856 December 1.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  December 1, 1856, No. 10,413, P. 2.

A Curiosity.  A tall man on a tall ladder, doing a tall business, by erasing his name from a tall sign to prevent the public from gazing on a name now cast into outer darkness and oblivion, there to remain unmolested forever.  Daves & Co. execute Daguerreotypes for 25 cents; also Ambrotypes for 25 cents; at the corner of Winter and Washington streets.

1856 December 10.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  December 10, 1856, No. 10,421, P. 2.

For good Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypes visit Davis & Co., corner Winter and Washington streets.  You can get either at this place for 25 cents, and be sure of a correct likeness.

1856 December 13.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  December 13, 1856, No. 10,424, P. 4.

Robbery!  Robbery!  We consider it an imposition upon the public, and no better than robbery for miserable imitators to advertise Ambrotypes for 25 cents, and then humbug the few who visit their miserable hovels, supposing them to be respectable places, by giving them miserable pictures, such as are a disgrace to any respectable rooms, also to the man who pretends to execute them.  Davis & Co., corner of Winter and Washington streets, execute the genuine Ambrotype for 25 cents, and it is the only place in Boston where you can rely upon having a good picture for 25 cents.

1856 December 24.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  December 24, 1856, No. 10,423, P. 2.

Citizens and strangers, we call your attention

To the Daguerrean establishment on Winter street,

As it is the only place worthy of mention,

Where pictures are executed correct, life-like, and cheap.

The present proprietors of this popular place

Are determined to please and give satisfaction,

Then he not deceive by those who themselves disgrace,

By making pictures that are a mere imitation.

Good Daguerreotypes make beautiful presents,

And are very appropriate at any time;

You can procure them for twenty-five cents.

And they will both correctness and beauty combine.

The Daguerreotype house of Davis & Co.

Is on Washington, corner of Winter street,

Where hundreds of our citizens daily go,

And have their pictures taken fine and neat.

Davis & Co. have on hand a large assortment of Cases, Lockets, &c., suitable for Christmas or New Years presents, which they will dispose of at low prices, with Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypes of any size or style.

Remember their rooms are corner of Winter and Washington streets.

1857 September.  The Daguerreotype.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  September 1857, Vol. 3, N. P.

Patent Double Camera, This is the only Double Camera no In New England! Or that ever has been in use by any concern.  We have the Exclusive Right To Use It, and do not make our patrons think its double or triple by inserting False Tubes, but we do take, in reality, two perfect pictures at one  sitting.  This is no child’s story, but is a matter of fact which may be tested by the customer who has the privilege of seeing both pictures.  The Double Camera is by far The Highest Point Attained as yet in this department.

Davis & Company.

1858 January.  Ninth Plate Ambrotype and advertising card.  (in my collection.)

Davis & Co.’s Original 25 Cent Ambrotype Rooms, Cor. Winter & Washington St. Boston.

Davis & Co. are now executing from three to four hundred Pictures per day and giving better satisfaction than any other Establishment in New England.

Particular attention given to copying, and satisfaction warranted.

N. D.  Ninth Plate Ambrotype and advertising card.  (in my collection.)

Davis & Co.’s Original 25 Cent Ambrotype Rooms, Cor. Winter & Washington St. Boston.

Ambrotypes of all sizes and in every style, equal, if not superior to those made at any other establishment in the world.

Davis & Co. use the only Patent Double Camera now in use in New England.

Particular attention given to copying pictures.

The Daguerreotype is published by Davis & Co. 

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

Davis, Jr., Daniel

Patent, , ,

1839-1845       11 Cornhill, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1842                75 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts.

1846-1852       428 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1853                526 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1842 July 13.  Boston Semi-Weekly Advertiser.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  July 13, 1842, Vol. LXXIX, No. 6388, P. 3.

By Clark & Hatch [Office No. 56 Milk st.]…

Electrical Machines.  On Tues next, at 11 o’clock—at office, Three superior Electrical Machines, suitable for schools or families.

Daguerreotype Apparatus—2 very complete Daguerreotype Machines, made by Professors Plumbe & Davis, with a book of instructions, by M. Daguerre.  Also a handsome Show Case…

1842 October 22.  United States Patent Office. 

Daniel Davis, Jr. of Boston, Massachusetts, Assignor to John Plumbe, Jr.  Patent No. 2826.  Improvement in Coloring daguerreotype-pictures.

1851 February 26.    Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  February 26, 1842, Vol. XXII, No. 6330, P. 2.

A Chance For The Knowing Ones.  It will be seen from an advertisement in our columns today, that Mr. Daniel Davis, the well known manufacturer of electrical instruments, 428 Washington street, offers a reward of one thousand dollars to any one who will furnish a solution of the phenomenon, known as “spirit rapping,” without reference to the spiritual theory.  Mr. Davis is a well respectable citizen, who makes his offer in good faith and form a sincere wish to be enlightened…

1851 February 26.    Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  February 26, 1842, Vol. XXII, No. 6330, P. 3.

$1,000 Reward.  I hereby offer the sum of One Thousand Dollars to the person who will satisfactorily explain the phonemes of the so called “Spiritual Manifestations,” without reference to their being made as they purport to be, by departed spirits.

I am induced to make the above offer, from having seen various articles in the newspapers in relation to the so called “Spirit Rappings,” in which many hard names are used, denouncing those who believe in them.

Believing, as I do, that it is much more easy to cry “humbug” than it is to explain these things, the above reward is offered in good faith, and will be promptly paid.  Daniel Davis, Magnetic Instrument Maker, 428 Washington st. 

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

Davis, John J. P.

Daguerreotypes, , , ,

1845-1850       34 Tremont Row, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]                       

1850-1854       257 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1847 February 19.  The Daily Chronotype.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  February 19, 1847, Vol. 2, No. 305, P. 2.

Prices Reduced.—Daguerreotype Miniatures, beautifully executed at No. 34 Tremont Row, for 1,25—also large assortment of Gold and Plated Lockets for sale cheap.

Advertisement ran from February 19 to May 1, 1847.

1847 March 16.  Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 16, 1847, N. P.

Daguerreotype Miniatures, beautifully executed at W. P. Davis’s Gallery, No. 31 Tremont Row, Boston [sic] (J. J. P. Davis’s Gallery, No. 34 Tremont Row, Boston) Large assortment of gold and plated Lockets constantly on hand.  All materials used in the art for sale, and instructions given.  Pictures taken in any weather

Advertisement ran on March 16, 1847.

1847 March 17.  Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 17, 1847, N. P.

Daguerreotype Miniatures, beautifully executed at (J. J. P. Davis’s Gallery, No. 34 Tremont Row, Boston) Large assortment of gold and plated Lockets constantly on hand.  All materials used in the art for sale, and instructions given.  Pictures taken in any weather.

Advertisement ran on March 16, 1847 to March 20, 1848.

1847 May 3.  The Daily Chronotype.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  May 3, 1847, Vol. 3, No. 366, P. 2.

Prices Reduced.—Daguerreotype Miniatures, beautifully executed at John J. P. Davis’ Gallery, No. 34 Tremont Row,—Also a large assortment of Gold and Plated Lockets for sale cheap.

Advertisement ran from May 3 to May 31, 1847.

1848 August 26.  Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  August 26, 1848, N. P.

Notice.  Copartnership Dissolved.  Whereas William A. Perry, recently a partner in the firm of J. Davis & Co. has signified his intention of leaving the firm by word and act.  I hereby caution all persons from trusting said W. A. Perry on account of the firm, as no debts will be settled of his contracting, by me.  J. J, P. Davis, 34 Tremont Row. 

1849 November 5.  Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  November 5, 1849, N. P.

Removal.  J. J. P. Davis & Co. Have removed from No. 34 Tremont Row, to No. 257 Washington street.  They have a splendid suit of rooms, fitted up expressly for the Daguerreotype Business.  Their Pictures are not to be surpassed.  Those in want will do well to call before sitting elsewhere.      

Advertisement ran from November 5, 1849 to February 8, 1850.

1849 November 19.  Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  November 19,1849, N. P.  

Daguerreotypes.  Messrs. Davis & Co., who have recently removed from Tremont Row to 257 Washington street, have long enjoyed an excellent reputation in their line of business, and their new rooms give them much greater facilities than heretofore.

1849 December 21.  Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  December 21, 1849, N. P.

Christmas Presents…For Superior daguerreotypes to Whipple; to Southworth & Hawes; to Davis; to Jones; to Chase and some few others…

1850.  The Massachusetts State Record and Year Book of General Information.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  Vol. IV, P. 8. 

J. J. P. Davis & Co. Daguerreotype Gallery, No. 257 Washington Street, Boston.

1850-1851.  Boston Directory.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)   P.43.  Published by George Adams, 1850.

J. J. P. Davis, Daguerreotype Gallery, 257 Washington Street, Boston

1851 The Massachusetts State Record and Year Book of General Information. Volume 4,Page 8.

J. J. P. Davis & Co. Daguerreotype Gallery, No. 247 Washington Street, Boston.

1852 March.  The Photographic Art Journal.  March 1852, Vol. 3, P. 195

Messrs. Davis & Perry have opened rooms at 257 Washington street, Boston, that are said to be truly magnificent.  We are well acquainted with Mr. Perry, and  know him to be one of the best Daguerreotypist in the United States.  He has a fine taste, excellent judgement in his art, and executes admirable pictures.  He will undoubtedly command a large share of the patronage of so critical a city as Boston.

1852 May 1.  Humphrey’s Daguerreian Journal.  (New York, New York.)  May 1, 1852, Vol. 1, No. P. 32.

Wm. Perry, has in connection with a Mr. Davis, opened rooms in the city of Boston.

1851-1852.  Boston Directory.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  P. 27.  Published by George Adams, 1851.

J. J. P. Davis, Daguerreotype Gallery, 257 Washington Street, Boston

1851-1852.  Boston Directory.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  P. 27.  Published by George Adams, 1851.

J. J. P. Davis, Daguerreotype Gallery, 257 Washington Street, Boston.

1852-1853.  Boston Directory.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)   P. 35.  Published by George Adams, 1852.

J. J. P. Davis, Daguerreotype Gallery, 257 Washington Street, Boston.

1852 March.  The Photographic Art Journal.  March 1852, P. 195

Messrs. Davis & Perry have opened rooms at 257 Washington street, Boston, that are said to be truly magnificent.  We are well acquainted with Mr. Perry, and  know him to be one of the best Daguerreotypist in the United States.  He has a fine taste, excellent judgement in his art, and executes admirable pictures.  He will undoubtedly command a large share of the patronage of so critical a city as Boston.

1852 May 1.  Humphrey’s Daguerreian Journal.  (New York, New York.)  May 1, 1852, P. 32.

Wm. Perry, has in connection with a Mr. Davis, opened rooms in the city of Boston.

1853, Boston Directory.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  P. 33.  Published by George Adams, 1853.

J. J. P. Davis, Daguerreotype Gallery, 257 Washington Street, Boston.

Miniature copies from Paintings, Statuary, and every thing appertaining to the Daguerreotype Art, taken at this Establishment, on reasonable terms, and warranted not to be surpassed.

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Davis, Ari

Daguerreian Stock and Materials, Lecturer, , ,

1839-1841       11 Cornhill, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1842                19 Court Sq., Boston, Massachusetts.1

1843                75 Court, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1844-1845       Business Address Unknown, Boston, Massachusetts.1  

1811 May 18.  Vital Records of Princeton, Massachusetts.

Born May 18, 1811 to Daniel & Lydia Davis.

1838-1845.  Boston City Directories.  Boston, Massachusetts.

Philosophical Instrument Maker.

1840 June 9.  Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  June 9, 1840, N. P.

Daguerreotype apparatus, of every variety, and of variety superior quality, for sale at the very low price of $25 a set, by A. Davis, No. 11 Cornhill.

Advertisement ran from June 9 to June 23, 1840

1841 April 2.  Lowell Advertiser.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  April 2, 1841, Vol. 5, No. 113, P. 2.

We would call attention to the Lecture advertised in another column, at the City Hall, by Mr. A. Davis, on the Daguerreotype, this evening.  Mr. Davis is the gentleman who lectured, a few evenings since, before the institute, on Electro-Magnestism, to the great satisfaction of the audience.  It may be presumed that the proposed Lecture will be exceedingly interesting, as the subject is one of universal interest; and may be expected to be properly handled.

The public will please take due notice, and govern themselves accordingly.

1841 April 2.  Lowell Advertiser.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  April 2, 1841, Vol. 5, No. 113, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Apparatus.  The subscriber having been engaged for some time in constructing Daguerreotype Apparatus, as brought it to a high degree of perfection, and as those who have purchased his apparatus have been eminently successful in obtaining solar paintings, he offers it to the public with much confidence.  He has modified somewhat the apparatus, as described by Daguerre, and has rendered it more portable, lighter and more elegant, and as every part of it is put together with his patent dove-tailing machine, it insures strength and tightness in every portion of the apparatus, and effectually prevents all warping and cracking.  He also affords it cheaper than any other person can make it.

To those who have never seen solar painting, it may be proper to say, that no description can convey any idea of their beauty, accuracy, and wonderful minuteness.  It can be applied to every object on which the rays of light (sun-light is not necessary) can be made to fall; landscape, buildings, paintings, engravings, statuary, miniatures, &c. &c., may be copied in a few minutes, with an accuracy that no draughtsman could ever attain. 

The process is simple; it requires no acquaintance with Chemistry, and no knowledge of drawing, for the light engraves itself upon the prepared plate, and it may be performed by any one by following the process which is fully described in a pamphlet accompanying each set of apparatus.  As some have no idea of the case with which it may be done, it may be well to give a hasty sketch of it.

The drawings are made upon plates of copper silvered on one side.  The plate, previously polished, is first exposed to the action of iodine in the box marked A; in 3 or 4 minutes it is sufficiently coated.  It is than exposed, for a few minutes, to the image of whatever object we with to copy in the camera marked B.  It is next placed in the box C.  in the bottom of which is a small cup containing mercury is heated until the thermometer indicates the degree mentioned in the pamphlet, and rising in vapor covers the plate the plate wherever the light has faded off the iodine.  It is afterward washed with salt and water, and the process is complete.  The picture may be preserved an indefinite length of time without change.

For colleges or academies, and all public lectures, this forms one of the most interesting experiments that can be exhibited to an audience; the process requires but about 15 minutes in a bright day to complete it, and the result being o all so surprising and beautiful, that it never fails to excite the greatest interest.  The theory of it also is elegant and in the greatest interest.  The theory of it also is elegant and ingenious.

The price for a complete set is $25.00.  Orders from any part of the country, accompanied by the money, will be immediately executed.

Plates, polishing powder, & c. &c.. Always on hand.  Apply to A. Davis, No. 11 Cornhill, Boston, Mass.  Remember Mr. Davis’s Lecture on the daguerreotype this evening at the City Hall. 

1841 April 2.  Lowell Advertiser.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.) April 2, 1841, Vol. 5, No. 113, P. 3.

Lecture at City Hall, Thursday Evening, April 2, At 7½ O’clock.  By Mr. A. Davis, Of Boston.

On the Daguerreotype, at 7½ o’clock, when the principles of the Daguerreotype apparatus will be explained and the manner of using it clearly illustrated in taking likenesses of individuals, or any object in nature or art, it will be clearly shown, that by this operation exact imitations must necessarily be produced, the Daguerreotype having recently been essentially improved by Mr. Plumbe, making the production still more perfect; he, together with Mr. Davis feel additional confidence in their ability to satisfy the demands and expectations of the curious.

N. B. During the afternoon from 4 to 6 o’clock previous to the Lecture, a view or portrait will be taken at the City Hall, when those holding tickets of admission to the Lecture, will be afforded an opportunity of seeing the apparatus and the process of using it.

Gentlemen’s Tickets, 25 cents; Ladies’ Tickets, 12½ cts. May be had at the Bookstores, at Carletons’ and of the Librarian, at the Mechanics’ Hall, and at the door.  March 29, 1841.

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Davis & Perry

Daguerreotypes, , , ,

1848                34 Tremont Row, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1852                257 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1848 August 26.  Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  August 26, 1848, N. P.  

Notice.  Copartnership Dissolved.  Whereas William A. Perry, recently a partner in the firm of J. Davis & Co. has signified his intention of leaving the firm by word and act.  I hereby caution all persons from trusting said W. A. Perry on account of the firm, as no debts will be settled of his contracting, by me.  J. J. P. Davis, 34 Tremont Row.  aug. 25

1852 March.  The Photographic Art Journal.  (New York, New York.)  March 1852, P. 195

Messrs. Davis & Perry have opened rooms at 257 Washington street, Boston, that are said to be truly magnificent.  We are well acquainted with Mr. Perry, and know him to be one of the best Daguerreotypist in the United States.  He has a fine taste, excellent judgment in his art, and executes admirable pictures.  He will undoubtedly command a large share of the patronage of so critical a city as Boston.

1852 May 1.  Humphrey’s Daguerreian Journal.  (New York, New York.)  May 1, 1852, P. 32.

Wm. Perry, has in connection with a Mr. Davis, opened rooms in the city of Boston.

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Darling, T. H.

Daguerreotypes,

1841                62 Milk Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1841 July 2.  Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  July 2, 1841, P. 2.

Mr. Darling, the Daguerreotyper, has exhibited to us several miniatures, which were taken yesterday with his improved apparatus, which we consider the very best taken by this new process in this city.  Mr. D. has made certain improvements, which he says are very important in this art, to make a perfect picture.  He would be happy to exhibit them to all who may favor him with a call.  His rooms are at No. 62 Milk street.

1841 July 31.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.) 

July 31, 1841, Vol. LII, No. 31, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Studio!  No. 62 Milk Street, opposite Pearl Street House, Boston.  T. H. Darling, (Professor of Photography, and pupil of Prof. Morse,) Importer of No. 20 French Plates.

Miniatures taken in a style unequalled, 3 to $5.

Instructions in the Art $25,

Cameras, Cases, No. 20 French Plate, and every thing used in the business, furnished at the lowest prices.

Just received by the Steamer Caledonia, 400 packages of No. 20 French Plates.

Beware of Imposition.  As several instances have occurred where Miniatures, taken at Professors Darling’s Studio, have been exhibited as the productions of others, all will be marked Daguerreotype Studio.”

Darling’s Patent Photometers for sale.  All communications (post paid,) will receive prompt attention.

Advertisement ran from July 31 to September 4, 1841.

1841 June 22.  Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  July 22, 1841, P. 2.

“Honor to Daguerre, who first introduced Nature to us in her character as Painter.” [Prof. S. F. B. Morse of N. Y. 

Daguerreotype Studio.  No. 62 Milk st, Boston.  The subscriber, a pupil of Prof Morse, invites the attention of the public to some recent Daguerreotype Miniatures taken in his new glass Photogratory, built expressly for the purpose.  They are the most perfect specimens of the art ever produced by the radiant finger of light.  Cloudy or rainy weather is no obstacle, in the photogratory, to the production of a perfect portrait.  Groups taken when desired.

Pupils will be received and instructed in the art a la Morse, and furnished with every material used in Photography, including the apparatus which is manufactured expressly for the Daguerreotype Studio, and warranted superior to any other: indeed it is the only combination of lenses which can produce a perfect miniature because the spherical abberation is entirely overcome,—a desideratum never before attained.

Specimens may also be seen at Wm. D. Ticknor’s corner of School and Washington sts, and at Simpkins & Burge’s. No. 79 Court st, where may be found a full description of this wonderful process; price 25 cents.  T. H. Darling.

Advertisement ran from June 22 to August 25, 1841.

1841 July 2.  Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  July 2, 1841, Vol. XII, No. 3354 P. 2.

Mr. Darling, the Daguerreotypist has exhibited to us several miniatures, which were taken yesterday, with his improved apparatus, which we consider the very best taken by this new process in the city.  Mr. D. has made certain improvements, which he says are very important in this art, to make a perfect picture.  He would be happy to exhibit them to all who may favor him with a call.  His rooms are at 62 Milk Street.

1841 August 2.   Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  n.p.

Daguerreotype Studio, No. 62 Milk st, opposite Pearl st. House.  T. H. Darling, (Professor of Photography, and pupil of Prof. Morse,) importer of No. 20, French Plate.

Miniatures taken in a style unequalled, at from $3 to $5. Instruction in the art $25.

Cameras, Cases, No. 20 French Plate, and everything used in the art, furnished at the lowest prices.

Just received by the steamer Caledonia, 400 packages of the above plates.

Beware of Imposition.  As several instances have occurred where Miniatures, taken at Professors Darling’s Studio, have been exhibited as the productions of others, all will be marked Daguerreotype Studio.”

Darling’s Patent Photometers for sale.  All communications (post paid,) will receive prompt attention.

Any Editor who will give the above 6 insertions, shall be entitled to a perfect Daguerreotype Miniature.                     

Advertisement ran from August 2 to August 7, 1841.

1841 August 6.  The Republican.  (Concord, Massachusetts.)  August 6, 1841, Republican—Vol. 2, P. 3., Gazette—Whole No. 2086,

Daguerreotype Studio! No. 62, Milk Street, opposite Pearl Street House.  T. H. Darling, (Professor of Photography, and Pupil of Professor. Morse.)  Importer of No. 20, French Plate.

Miniatures taken in a style unequalled, at from $3 to $5. Instruction in the art $25.

Cameras, Cases, No. 20 French Plate, and everything used in the art, furnished at the lowest prices.

Just received by the steamer Caledonia, 400 packages of No. 20 French Plate.

Beware of Imposition.  As several instances have occurred where Miniatures, taken at Professors Darling’s Studio, have been exhibited as the productions of others, all will be marked Daguerreotype Studio.”

Darling’s Patent Photometers for sale.  All communications, post paid, will receive prompt attention.

Advertisement ran from August 6 to December 3, 1841.

1841 August 20.  New Bedford Mercury.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  August 20, 1841, Vol. XXXV, No. 7, P. 3. 

New Bedford Daguerreotype Rooms, No. 57 Union Street, (Over the Store of Maj. J. H. Collins) Mr. Bryant having availed himself of the tuition of the most celebrated Professor of Photography in New England in taking Miniatures, Views, &c. has the satisfaction of announcing to his fellow citizens that he is fully prepared to give beautiful specimens of this most wonderful art.  Specimens of the Daguerreotype can be seen at the rooms of Mr. B. that cannot be surpassed by any artist, except such as may have availed of the same opportunities and experience.  His instruments are of the most perfect kind, manufactured expressly for the celebrated Studio of Professor Darling, of Boston, with whom arrangements are made for the supply of every thing requisite in the art.  A perfect Daguerreotype portraiture is the only means of treasuring the semblance of Nature’s dearest objects and affections—and the fair sex is Nature’s choicest model of the beautiful—ladies, therefore are particularly invited to call and examine the beautiful results of this wonderful discovery.

Seamen also, who are about to depart on long voyages, cannot leave a more acceptable testimonial of affection to a dear friend than an exact transcript of their person, which can be produced in less than one minute at the rooms of Mr. B.

As this establishment is intended to be permanent, a few pupils can be instructed, where they may remain for a longer or shorter time—suiting their own convenience—by which means they can satisfy themselves of their competency in the art.  Terms moderate.  Also apparatus, and other articles necessary in the art, can be furnished on the same terms as at the Studio of Professor Darling, in Boston.

All communications—post paid—directed to P. Bryant, no. 57 Union Street, will be punctually attended to.                                                                                                  

Advertisement ran from August 20, 1841 to September 10, 1841.

1841 September 10.  The Republican.  (Concord, Massachusetts.)  September 10, 1841, Republican—Vol. 7, P. 3., Gazette—Whole No. 2091,

Daguerreotype Miniatures.—Reader, if you want an exact picture of your ugly mug, go to Mr. T. H. Darling, No. 62 Milk Street, and you can have one, for a small price.  His miniatures are taken by the Daguerreotype process, and are of course exact.  We called upon him the other day, and were furnished with a “counterfeit presentment” of ourself, which was wonderful to behold.  The likeness was perfect but if any one had told us we were son confounded homely, we shouldn’t have believed it.  We give in, however to Mr. Darling. 

1841 September 25.  Nantucket Inquirer.  (Nantucket, Massachusetts.)  September 25, 1841, Vol. XXI, No. LXXVII, P. 3. 

Shadows Made Tangible—Daguerreotype Studio!

No. 68 Milk Street, (opposite the Pearl street House) Boston.  T. H. Darling, Professor of Photography, and pupil of Prof. Morse of N. Y. invites the attention of the public to some specimens of Daguerreotype Miniatures, taken in twenty-five seconds if time, altogether surpassing any-thing of the kind ever before produced.

The apparatus with which these miniatures are taken, the process and manipulations differ entirely from those of all others, and are peculiar and known only to himself and his pupils.

Mr. Darling has recently made a new discovery in the Art, by means of which such splendid results are produced.  He has also, by a peculiar combination of the lenses, overcome the spherical aberration.

Plates, cases and every article required in business will be warranted superior in quality and at a less price than can be obtained elsewhere, as extensive arrangements have been made in New York for the manufacture of materials expressly and exclusively for the Daguerreotype Studio.

Beware of imposition as several instances have occurred where miniatures taken at the Studio have been exhibited as the production of others. To prevent this, each miniature will be marked.

Daguerreotype Studio

Miniatures taken in any weather, equally beautiful, from $3 to $5.

Family Groups of two or more $5 to $10.

Those interested in this wonderful discovery are invited to call and judge for themselves.  Written instructions will be communicated to those who cannot visit the Studio in person.

All communications will receive prompt attention, if post paid.

Advertisement ran from September 25, 1841 to October 16, 1841.

1841 November 4.  The Magnolia.  (Cambridge, Massachusetts.)  November 4, 1841, Vol. II, No. 54, P. 4.

Daguerreotype Studio!  No. 62 Milk Street, Opposite the Pearl Street House, Boston.

T. H. Darling, (Professor of Photography, and Pupil of Professor Morse,) Importer of No. 20 French Plate.

Miniatures taken in a style unequaled, 3 to $5.  Instruction in the Art, $25.

Cameras, Cases, No. 20 French Plates, and every thing used in the business furnished at the lowest prices.

Just received by the steamer Caledonia, 400 packages of No. 20 French Plates:

Beware of Imposition.  As several instances have occurred where Miniatures taken at Prof. Darling’s Studio, have been exhibited as the productions of others, all will be marked

“Daguerreotype Studio.”

Darling’s Patent Photometer for sale.

All communications (post paid) will receive prompt attention.

Any Editor who will give the above six insertions shall be entitled to a splendid Daguerreotype Miniature.  Oct. 28.

Advertisement ran from November 4 to December 9, 1841.

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Danielson, F. M.

Daguerreotypes, , , , , , , , , , , , ,

C.1845-1848   Address Unknown, Boston, Massachusetts.

1846-1848       144 Middle Street, Portland, Maine.

1848                112 Middle Street, Portland, Maine.

1848                144 Middle Street, Portland, Maine.

1849                9 Brinley Hall, Worcester, Massachusetts.1

1849-1850       8½ Daniel Street, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1852                Ayer’s Block, Manchester, New Hampshire.

1854                New Block, Factory Island, Saco, Maine.

1848 July 12.  Portland Daily Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  July 12, 1848, Vol. XVIII, No. 162, P. 1.

144.  F. M. Danielson Having taken a Room No. 144 Middle Street, wishing to solicit the favor of the citizens of Portland and vicinity, in sitting for their Daguerreotypes, he having been in the employ of Ormsbee & Silsbee for the past, and Ormsbee the two years preceding years, feels confident that he can satisfy his patrons with a Daguerreotype Miniature, equal if not better than any one who professes the art, and at the very low price of $1.50 put into Velvet lined, and $1.25 in silk lined cases.  May 9.  144 Middle Street.

Advertisement ran from July 12 to September 14, 1848.

1849 July 6.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  July 6, 1849, Vol. 5, No. 30, P. 3.

Yes, It is a fact that Dr. A. W. Van Alstin has gone to “California,” and also that F. M. Danielson having had charge of the operating during the past five months in the rooms formerly occupied by him, has purchased the stock and fixtures in the above named rooms, having had four years experience in the Daguerreotype business in Boston and other places is confident that in point of execution, his miniatures cannot be surpassed.  (during three years he was in one of the best rooms in the United States) the patronage of the citizens of Worcester and its vicinity is respectfully solicited.

Miniatures put into silk, $1,00 and into Velvet lined cases $1,50.

N. B. Stock constantly on hand and for sale at reasonable prices.  Worcester, July 3, 1849.

Advertisement ran from July 6 to September 12, 1849.

1849 July 23.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  Vol. 5, No. 41, P. 2.

To Daguerreotypists. 

500 French Plates of all sizes.

100 Gross of silk and Velvet Cases.

50 Gross of Preservers.

Bromine, Chloride of Iodine, rotten stone, Hypo Sulphite Soda, Rouge in any quantity, at Boston prices at No. 9 Brinley Hall.   F. M. Danielson.  Worcester, July 23

Advertisement ran from July 23 to July 27, 1849.

1849 July 28.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  July 28, 1849, Vol. 5, No. 47, P. 2.

No. I Will Not sell stock less than cost, or even at cost but I will sell at reasonable profit, my incillities are as great as any man’s in the United States for obtaining stock.  Bromine, Chloride of Iodine, polishing materials, cases and plates, &c., for sale at a reasonable advance from cost.  Miniatures taken without regard to weather, which for brilliancy of tone, are unsurpassed at No. 9 Brinley Hall.  July 28.  F. M. Danielson.  

Advertisement ran from July 28 to September 12, 1849.

1849 December 26.  New-Hampshire Gazette.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  December 26, 1849, Vol. XCV, No. 52, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes Executed by the aid of Sky-Light.  The subscriber having made some further improvements, also securing the assistance of Mr. F. M. Danielson, his operator for about four years, and the past year having obtained the premium for the best miniatures, feels assured in stating to the citizens of Portsmouth and vicinity, that they may obtain likenesses as much superior to any ever made by common process, as those would be when compared with pictures taken when in the infancy of the Daguerreotype art.  Ormsbee.  Rooms 8½ Daniel street.  dec. 18.

Advertisement ran from December 26, 1849 to June 18, 1850.

1852 November 3.  Manchester Daily Union.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  November 3, 1852, Vol. 14, No. 1, P. 4.

Eureka!  Eureka!  Eureka!  Was the exclamation of Archimedes, rushing through the streets of Syracuse, o his discovery of the great principle of Natural Philosophy.—

The world was no less surprised and delighted when Daguerre by the aid f sun-light transferred to the surface of polished silver, the dim picture of landscapes and the Human Face and Form.

But science and skill have now brought Daguerre’s discovery to such a wonderful state of perfection, that it is now left for Moulton to announce to the World that we may no longer search for the most Life-Like perfection in the Daguerreotype Art—For he has—Found It!!  and is now producing at the Picture Gallery, formerly occupied by Mr. Thompson –Ayer’s Building, First Rooms south of Merrimack street,—which he has taken and spendidly (sic.) furnished with large additions to his former stock,—the Truest and most Perfect specimens of his Art that can be Found In The Country!!

This is not a vain boast; and he pledges himself to satisfy the most skeptical on this point Who will Give Him a Trial!

In addition to the above, he would inform the public that he has secured, at great cost, the services of that gentlemanly operator, Frank M. Danielson, formerly from the celebrated Rooms of Masury & Silsbee, in Boston, whose pictures in point of brilliancy, of tone and excellency of finish, cannot be excelled here or elsewhere.

Mr. M. would also state that he is operating by a Sky Light!

An advantage possessed by no other operator in this vicinity, which gives that uniform shade to the face of his subjects so much admired by all artists and persons of taste.

N. B.  Pictures taken equally well in Foul and Fair Weather.

All are invited to call and examine specimens.  Do Not mistake the place,—Ayer’s Building,—(The first Rooms south of Merrimack street,) where you will find The Daguerreotype Rooms of Manchester.  H. D. W. Moulton. Manchester Oct. 30.

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

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

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

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

1854 March 21.  Maine Democrat.  (Saco, Maine.)  March 21, 1854, Vol. XXV, No. 33, P. 3.

“Hail Columbia”  Who’s Afraid?  Cole has returned from a two month’s tour in the Country, where he has been to recruit his health, and has now returned sound in mind and body, and is now prepared to execute likenesses in his usual fine style, and with the assistance of his operator Frank M. Danielson, can take Pictures In any style that is desired by his Patrons.  Call early if you wish to secure a Good Picture.  In any style that is desired by his patrons.  Call early if you wish to secure a Good Picture.  

N. B.  A liberal discount made to clubs of three or more.  Don’t forget the place, in the New Block on Factory Island, opposite Rollin’s Apothecary store.

Advertisement ran from March 21 to July 25, 1854.

Cremer, James

Daguerreian Stock and Materials, Photographic Stock and Chemicals, Retailer, Stereoviews, , , , , , , , ,

1849                102 Williams Street, New York, New York.

1852                241 Essex Street, Salem, Massachusetts.

1852-1854       144 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1854-1855       Holmes, Booth & Hayden’s, New York, New York.

1857-1859       South West corner of Sixth & Chestnut, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1859                18 South Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1849 March 13.  New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  March 13, 1849, Whole No. 5394, P. 1.

Levi Chapman, No. 102 William street, New York, Manufacturer Of The  Celebrated Magic Razor Strop, of four sides; also Pocket Books, Wallets, Spectacle and Bankers’ Cases, in every variety, on the most extensive scale.

Daguerreotype Cases $144    

{Medium sizes, from $18 to $60 per gross.

{Quarter sizes, from size from $83 2 to $[30] to $84 per gross.

{Half sizes, from $82 to $144 per gross.

Mats and Preservers of all kinds.  Geo. Dabbs, Jas. Creamer, Agents.

1852 February 16.  Salem Register.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  February 16, 1852, Vol. LIII, No. 14, P. 3.

Removal.  Daguerreotype Rooms D. W. Bowdoin Has removed from his Old Rooms opposite the Market, to No. 241 Essex Street, ( A few doors above Washington street), where he has built one of the best arranged Establishments in New England, for taking Likenesses and Pictures in every style of the Art.  — Also—

Has formed a Co-Partnership with James Cremer, for the sale of Daguerreotype Goods of every description.  Artists are respectfully invited to call and examine our select Stock of Goods .

Instruction Given in the Art.  Cremer & Bowdoin.

Advertisement ran from February 16 to May 31, 1852.

1852 June 14.  Salem Register.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  June 14, 1852, Vol. LIII, No. 49, P. 3.

Dissolution of Copartnership.  The Copartnership heretofore existing under the firm of Cremer & Bowdoin is this day dissolved by mutual consent.  James Cremer, D. W. Bowdoin.  Salem, June 9, 1852.

James Cremer & Co.  Are authorized to settle all claims against, and receive all debts due the said firm of Cremer & Bowdoin, at 144 Washington Street, Boston, where they are now fitting up a sales room, and will open a large and select stock of Daguerreotype Goods of every description.  The attention of Artists is respectfully invited.  Orders promptly attended to.  James Cremer & Co.  June 14, 1852.

Advertisement ran from June 14 to July 12, 1852

1852 November 15.  Humphrey’s Daguerreian Journal.  (New York, New York.)  November 15, 1852, Vol. IV, P. 240.

Cremer, formerly of Salem, Mass., has now opened a large stock establishment in Boston, under the firm of Cremer & Co.—Cremer will do his share of trade, and no mistake.

1854 January 1.  Humphrey’s Journal.  (New York, New York.)  January 1, 1854, P. 287.

John Sawyer & Co., James Cremer & Co., and B. French, of Boston, Mass keep Daguerreotype stock for sale.

1854 August 15.  Humphrey’s Daguerreian Journal.  (New York, New York.)  August 15, 1854, P. 143.

James Cremer, formerly of the firm of James Cremer & Co., of Boston, has become a partner in the company of Holmes, Booth & Hayden’s, in this city.  Mr. C. has a numerous list of friends and no doubt will prove a valuable auxiliary to this establishment.

1855 February 1.  Humphrey’s Journal.  (New York, New York.)  February 1, 1855, P. 327.

James Cremer, now with Holmes, Booth & Hayden’s, is about opening an establishment in the city of Philadelphia, for the sale of Daguerreotypes stock

1857 March 25.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  March 25, 1857, Vol. XLIII, No. 2, P. 3.

Important To Daguerreotypist.—Great reduction in price of Melainotype Patent Rights, of from $20 to $3 each, for an individual right.  Authorized Agent James Cremer, S. W. corner of Sixth and Chestnut sts., Phila.

1857 December 18.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 18, 1857, Vol. 1, No. 119, P. 3.

Just Received and for Sale low, a large lot of imported Frames suitable for Photographs.  James Cremer, S. W. cor. Sixth and Chestnut St., up stairs.

N. B. Gold Lockets for Miniatures at Cost. 

1858 July 21.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  July 21, 1858, Vol. XLV, No. 103, P. 4.

To Photographers.—Just Received, Hardwick’s fourth edition Photographic Chemistry Price 75 cents.  James Cremer, Photographic Stock Dealer.  S, W, corner Sixth and Chestnut sts.

1859 July 3.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  July 3, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 10, P. 1.

History of Chestnut Street.  McClees & Co., successors to James Cremer, daguerreotype and photograph stock depot.

1859 October 9.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 9, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 24, P. 2.

The First Premium for Stereoscopes, at the late State Fair, was awarded to James Cremer & Co., of 18 South Eighth street, who had a large variety of pictures upon exhibition.  Public buildings, natural scenes, life groups, are brought out with startling fidelity by this instrument.  Cremer & Co. furnish an instrument and a dozen pictures for $2.50.  The price is so cheap that the firm do a large business.

1859 October 14.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 14, 1859, Vol. XLVIII, No. 17, P. 2.

The Largest assortment of Stereoscopic Pictures ever offered for sale in this city, is at 18 South Eighth Street.  Cremer & Co.

A Stereoscope and one dozen Pictures, $2.50.

1859 October 16.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 16, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 25, P. 2.

Newly Imported splendid French views and groups, the finest ever imported, have just been received by the International Stereoscope Company, and are to be seen at the stereoscopic depot of James Cremer & Co., No. 18 South Eighth street.  They are beautiful indeed.  This enterprising firm now furnish a stereoscope and twelve pictures for a surprisingly low sum of $2.50.  They are doing well.

1859 October 18.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 18, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 66, P. 3.

The best and most instructive amusement is the Stereoscopic Groups and Views, found at the new Stereoscopic Emporium of J. Cremer & Co., 18 South Eighth street.

1859 October 25.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 25, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 72, P. 3.

Present Your Friends with a Stereoscope and Pictures, the handsomest gift you can offer.  To be found of superior quality and variety, at the new Stereoscope Emporium, 18 South Eighth street.  James Cremer & Co.

1859 October 27.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 27, 1859, Vol. XLVIII, No. 28, P. 2.

Stereoscope And Pictures take the lead of all articles suitable for presents.  Found in greatest variety at 18 South Eighth street.  James Cremer & Co.

1859 November 15.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 15, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 90, P. 2.

Just Received—A splendid assortment of French Groups and English Scenery, which are now offered for sale, at the New Emporium, 18 South Eighth street.  James Cremer & Co.

1859 November 15.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 15, 1859, Vol. XLVIII, No. 44, P. 2.

A Splendid Variety of French Groups and English Scenery, the finest ever imported, now offered for sale at the New Emporium.  18 South Eighth st.  Jas. Cremer & Co.,

1859 November 23.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 23, 1859, Vol. XLVIII, No. 51, P. 2.

Present Your Friends with a Stereoscope and Pictures.  You cannot please them better.  The largest assortment in the city at the New Emporium, 18 South Eighth street.  Jas. Cremer & Co.

1859 November 27.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 27, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 31, P. 2.

For the amusement of the home circle, or the delight of strangers, there is nothing better than a stereoscope.  It is an assistant to your knowledge of foreign lands, which brings the natural appearance of celebrated scenes directly before the eye.  The best place at which to buy stereoscopes is from James Cremer & Co., No. 18 South Eighth street.  They are specially engaged in the business, and have a large stock.

1859 December 3.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 3, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 105, P. 3.

Christmas Presents.—All who view the Stereoscopes and Pictures remark!  How beautiful appropriate for a Christmas Gift!  Emporium 18 South Eighth street.  Open evenings.  Jas. Cremer & Co.

1859 December 4.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 4, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 32, P. 2.

Home delights are what every one should cultivate.  Home joys are what every one will approve of.  Therefore we say, in the most distinct manner, that the possession of a stereoscope, and a collection of stereoscopic views, will compensate you for your outdoor allurements.  Messrs. James Cremer & Co., 18 South Eighth street, have a fine collection of these instruments, and an immense number of views and groups, &c.

1859 December 8.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 8, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 110, P. 3.

Holiday is Coming.—A Christmas gift of the Stereoscope and Pictures will afford more pleasure than anything you can offer.  The largest assortment in the city at the Emporium, 18 South Eighth street.  Jas. Cremer & Co.

1859 December 20.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 20, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 120, P. 2.

Christmas Presents.—Now ready for sale, the  largest and most beautiful assortment of Stereoscope, and Pictures, suitable for Christmas Gifts, at the Emporium, No. 18 South Eighth street.  Jas. Cremer & Co.

1859 December 29.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 29, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 127, P. 2.

Holiday Gifts—The Stereoscope and Pictures, truly a New Year’s present.  It will afford pleasure for the whole year.  Emporium, 18 South Eighth street, James Cremer & Co.

1893 January 27.  New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 27, 1893, Vol. 27, P. 1.

Deaths…Cremer.—Suddenly, on Wednesday, January 25, James Cremer, aged 72 years.  

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