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Hughes, William Parsley

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1854                Rooms over Brown, Brawley & Co.’s. Store, Charlotte, North Carolina.

1856                Address Unknown, Greensboro, North Carolina.

1856                Address Unknown, Salisbury, North Carolina.

1857                Address Unknown, Charlotte, North Carolina.

1857                Rooms in Carson’s Brick Building, over Boone & Co.’s. Shoe Store, Charlotte, North Carolina.

1858                Rooms over the Post Office, Camden, South Carolina.

1854 November 17.  The Western Democrat.  (Charlotte, North Carolina.)  November 17, 1854, Vol. 3, No. 17, P. 3.

Daguerreian Gallery.  The subscriber respectfully invites the attention of Ladies and Gentlemen to his much admired and superior style of Pictures, and would also say, that he is now getting up Plates on an improved plan which will not only add to the Beauty of the Picture, but will render it Durable and Brilliant For Ages.

Call soon, as my stay is limited.  Room over Brown, Brawley & Co.’s Store—third story.  Nov. 17, 1854.  W. P. Hughes.

Asheville, Sept. 8th, 1854.

Mr. W. P. Hughes:

Dear Sir—Be pleased to accept my thanks for the Picture sent by you.  It strikes me as being equal, if not superior, to anything of the kind I have ever seen.  I have seen many of your Daguerreotypes, and they are not only remarkable for the accuracy of the likenesses but particularly for their ease and fidelity to nature.  They seem altogether to lack that stiffness and restraint which mars most pictures of the kind.  Wishing you that patronage which your merit in this line seems to entitle you to, I remain Very respectfully yours, &c.  T. L. Clingman.

Advertisement ran from November 17 to December 8, 1854.

1856 January 10.  The Greensboro Times.  (Greensboro, North Carolina.)  January 10, 1856, Vol. 1, No. 2, P. 3.

Ambrotypes.  A. Starrett, Esq., Showed us some specimens of Ambrotypes, this week, whose superiority over the old fashioned silver plated Daguerreotypes is unquestioned.  An Ambrotype is taken on glass, and is not reversed like the old plan; and it can be seen in any light, as it is free from the polish of the silver plate.  It cannot get dusty, and is not easily defaced; it is impervious to water, air or acid, and will last for ages unimpaired.

Mr. Starrett has engaged the services of Mr. Hughes, a celebrated artist, who will be in town this week.

1856 January 15.  Republican Banner.  (Salisbury, North Carolina.)  January 15, 1856, Vol. 3, No. 31, Whole No. 115, P. 2.

Ambrotypes.  “A. Starrett, Esq., Showed us some specimens of Ambrotypes, this week, whose superiority over the old fashioned silver plated Daguerreotypes is unquestioned.  An Ambrotype is taken on glass, and is not reversed like the old plan; and it can be seen in any light, as it is free from the polish of the silver plate.  It cannot get dusty, and is not easily defaced; it is impervious to water, air or acid, and will last for ages unimpaired.

Mr. Starrett has engaged the services of Mr. Hughes, a celebrated artist, who will be in town this week.”—Greensborough Times.

We have seen a few pictures taken in the same style of Daguerreotyping spoken of by the Times,  taken by Mr. Hughes, and can add our testimony to their elegant beauty.  We know Mr. H.well, and know further that he takes superior pictures.

We are glad to learn that Mr. Hughes will be in Salisbury in a few weeks, when all will have an opportunity of testing the new style of taking pictures.

1857 June 16.  The Western Democrat.  (Charlotte, North Carolina.)  June 16, 1857, New Series— Vol. 5, No. 50, P. 3.

Wagon Pic Nic.  Last Saturday witnessed, perhaps, one of the most novel, interesting and pleasing incident in the way of a Pic Nic. that has ever transpired in Charlotte within the knowledge of the most “antiquated inhabitant.”  We (the Junior) can testify to the scenes that were seen; and the rest, are not recorded in the mind of some.

The company started on a “Fishing Pic Nic.” and headed by the Saxe Band, proceeded to “Lake Katerine” in the following order:

1st.  Virginia Wagon, drawn by 4 mules—with flags and banners waiving—containing about 20 ladies and gentlemen.  2d. North Carolina wagon, drawn by 4 horses with 18 passengers—ladies and gentlemen.   3d. South Carolina Wagon, drawn by 4 mules, with 15 ladies and gentlemen as passengers.  4th. One mule cart, 4 ladies and gentlemen as passengers.  5th. One-horse wagon, 4 ladies and gentlemen.  6th. One horse wagon, containing the “Lady from Africa” as chief of the culinary department, with “Murat,” “Cass” and other Body servants to the party appropriately mounted.

The party halted in front of Mr. Hughes’ Daguerrean Gallery, where an Ambrotype of the party was taken, after which it proceeded on its way amid the shouts of the crowds assembled in the streets…

1857 October 20.  The Western Democrat.  (Charlotte, North Carolina.)  October 20, 1857, New Series—Vol. 6, No. 279, P. 3.

Premium Photographs and Ambrotypes.  W. P. Hughes, Photographist, Has taken rooms in Carson’s brick Building, over Boone & Co.’s shoe store, third story, where he will be found at all times ready to take Pictures of all who may favor him with a call, in a truly lifelike and artistic manner.  My abundant facilities, with all the improvements of the present day, and long experience (being the oldest operator in the state) enables me to produce in cloudy as well as clear weather, the most strikingly correct and splendidly finished Likenesses, singly or in groups, colored in style belonging only to my productions, and warranted never to fade, for less money than any other Gallery in the State.  Call soon as my stay is positively limited.  Oct. 20.

Advertisement ran from October 20 to December 1, 1857.

1858 February 23.  The Camden Weekly Journal.  (Camden, South Carolina.)  February 23, 1858, Vol. XIX, No. 8, P. 4.

Ambrotype and Photograph Gallery.  The undersigned would respectfully inform the citizens of Camden and vicinity, that through their liberal patronage extended him on a former occasion, he has been induced to revisit them, and has taken Rooms over the Post Office for a short time only.

A fact Worth Knowing.  It has become a well-known fact, that the Ambrotype and Photograph is the picture of the day.  For boldness of relief, richness of tone and correctness of delineation, they cannot be surpassed by any picture taken by or under the sun.

The Ambrotype is particularly adapted to Children.  The process being almost instantaneous that fixed and rigid expression so frequently seen, is thus avoided.  Also the shortness of times precludes fatigue, and causes the picture to have that natural appearance so much to be desired.

In addition to the Ambrotype and Photograph, he is prepared to execute pictures upon Patent Leather, a convenient article for transportation by mail.  Specimens of this style may be seen at my Room.

All those in want of well executed and artistic pictures will do well to call at an early day, as my stay is positively limited to twenty days from date.       Jan 12.  W. P. Hughes.

Gale, A. D.

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1850                Room at the Odd Fellows’ Hall, Camden, South Carolina.

1850                Rooms in Moses’ New Building, Sumterville, South Carolina.

1851                235 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina.[1]

1851                Rooms formerly occupied by Dr. J. E. Muse, Darlington, South Carolina.

1851                rooms over Freeman & Roberts’ Carriage Repository, Macon, Georgia.

1850 March 15.  The Camden Journal.  (Camden, South Carolina.)  March 15, 1850, Vol. 11, No. 21, P. 3.

Photographic Likenesses, By A. D. Gale, Taken at the Odd Fellows’ Hall in from two to five seconds.  All those desirous of preserving an accurate likeness for the future reference would do well to embrace the opportunity.  Parents would, especially, do well to have their children taken, as even a day may deprive them of so valuable a memento in after life. March 15.

Advertisement ran from March 15 to April 16, 1850.

1850 March 26.  The Camden Journal.  (Camden, South Carolina.)  March 26, 1850, Vol. 11, No. 24, P. 2.

Photographic Likenesses.  Those of our citizens who desire a likeness “as is” a likeness, would do well to give Mr. Gale a call at his Daguerrean Gallery, Odd Fellows’ Hall.  His pictures will bear inscription, and “speak for themselves.”

1850 May 3.  The Camden Journal.  (Camden, South Carolina.)  May 3, 1850, Vol. 11, No. 35, P. 3.

The Last Week.  The Subscriber respectfully announces to the ladies and gentlemen of Camden and vicinity, that he will not remain longer than next week.—Those wishing pictures will please call as early as practicable.  A. D. Gale.

Advertisement ran on May 3 & 7, 1851.

1850 June 26.  The Sumter Banner.  (Sumterville, South Carolina.)  June 26, 1849, Vol. IV, No. 35, P. 3.

Photographic Likenesses!  Gallery in Moses’ New Building.  The Subscriber would respectfully inform the citizens of Sumterville and vicinity, that he has opened a Daguerrean Gallery at the above place.

Having had a practical experience of about six years in some of the best rooms in the Eastern cities, and having during that time enjoyed a professional intimacy with some of the most celebrated and successful operators in the country, and having been thereby enabled to avail himself of the new discoveries and improvements in the art that have from time to time been made, he feels that he thus presents no ordinary claim to the confidence of the public.

He does not, however, rely upon these circumstances merely (advantages though they be) to secure patronage, but respectfully invites attention to his specimens as the best evidence of his skill.  His pictures will speak for themselves.  He holds it to be but a low qualification of the artist, to be able to produce good likenesses only.  The perfection of the art consists in imparting to the likeness the color and expression of life.

Pictures of all sizes taken, from those suitable for rings and lockets up to large family groups.  Having a large Camera, he is enabled to copy full-size picture, paintings, and statuary, as well as residences and landscapes.  Children taken almost instantaneously.  A clear day should be selected.  As the impression depends much on the color of the dress, black or dark dresses are recommended to ladies as preferable, though not essential.  All pictures from his Gallery warranted not to fade.  A good assortment of lockets on hand.

Ladies and gentlemen, please call and examine for yourselves.

Rooms open from 8 a. m. to 6 p.m.  Instructions given in the art, and superior Apparatus furnished.  A. D. Gale, Artist. 

1851 March 5.  The Darlington Flag.  (Darlington, South Carolina.)  March 5, 1851, Vol. 1, No. 1, P. 3.

Daguerrean Gallery.  The subscriber respectfully announces to the citizens of Darlington District, that he has opened a Daguerrean Gallery in the office formerly occupied by Dr. J. E. Muse, where he is prepared to accommodate all persons who may desire accurate likenesses of themselves and friends.  He has had nine years experience in the business and warrants perfect satisfaction.  He has been especially successful in taking the pictures of small children.  He will remain in Darlington only for a short time.  A. D. Gale.

Advertisement ran from March 5 to April 9, 1851.

1851 April 23.  The Darlington Flag.  (Darlington, South Carolina.)  April 23, 1851, Vol. 1, No. 8, P. 2.

“Pictures.”  We are requested by Mr. Gale to state that he will leave Darlington in a few days; those who have not had themselves “put in a frame,” had better be in a hurry.  Mr. G. has had great success in Darington, and given, we believe, general satisfaction.

1851 June 7.  The Georgia Citizen.  (Macon, Georgis.)  June 7, 1851, Vol. 2, No. 10, P. 3.

Gale’s New Daguerrean Gallery.  The undersigned, who has been engaged for nearly ten years, and who has recently been operating for Mr. Cook, in Charleston, has taken the rooms over Freeman & Roberts’ Carriage Repository, fitted them up with Sky Lights and every other convenience for his business.

He is prepared to take correct and faithful Likenesses of single persons, families or groups, at the shortest notice, and in the very best style.

Children of any age taken in from two to five seconds.  Likenesses warranted, and complexion perfectly natural.  A. D. Gale. 

Advertisement ran from June 7 to October 4, 1851.

[1] Partners with the Sun South Carolina Photographers 1840-1940.  At George Smith Cook’s (early 1851).

Coburn, A.

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ND                  Address Unknown, Danville, Virginia.

1848-1849       Rooms over the Post Office, Camden, South Carolina.

1849                Rooms over Green & Eldridge’s Store, Binghamton, New York.

1848 December 6.  The Camden Journal.  (Camden, South Carolina.)  December 6, 1848, Vol. 9, No. 46, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Likenesses. 

You that have beauty, should to Colburn take it

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

A. Coburn, has opened a Daguerrean Gallery over the Post Office, and invites the

Citizens of Camden to call and examine his specimens, and judge for themselves of their artistical merit.  Any person sitting for their picture, need not take it, unless satisfactory.  Camden, Nov. 14, 1848.

Advertisement ran from November 15, 18448 to January 10, 1849.

1849 January 17.  The Camden Journal.  (Camden, South Carolina.)  January 17, 1849, Vol. 10, No. 3, P. 3.

The Cholera Approaching.  Those who would secure the “shadow while the substance las’s,” are requested to call and get one of Coburn’s Daguerreotypes without delay, as this will be his last week in Camden.            

1849 April 25.  Broome Republican.  (Binghamton, New York.)  April 25, 1849, Vol. 27, No. 39, P. 3.

Binghamton Daguerrean Gallery.

“You that have beauty, should to Colburn take it

You that have none, should go and let him make it.”   —Danville Register, Va.

A. Coburn, invites the citizens of this place to call at his Rooms over Green & Eldridge’s store and examine his pictures and judge for themselves of their artistical merit.

Those desiring to sit for a likeness, are recommended to wear dark apparel, as it gives a richness and beauty to the Daguerreotype that cannot otherwise be obtained.

Rooms open from nine until five, in all kinds of weather.  Satisfaction given, or no charge made.          

Advertisement ran from April 25 to July 4, 1849.

Alexander, Isaac B.

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1842                Rooms in Gifford’s Hall, Camden, South Carolina.

1843                Room at Mr. Robertson’s Hotel, Charlotte, North Carolina.

1848                Rooms, over the Post Office, Camden, South Carolina.

1842 April 13.  The Camden Journal.  (Camden, South Carolina.)  April 13, 1842, Vol. 3, No. 19, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  The subscriber informs the public that he has procured an instrument, and is now prepared to take likenesses after the manner of M. Daguerre, of Paris.  As he will leave town in a few days, to be absent during the summer, he invites those who may wish his services, to call on him immediately.  His room is in the Gifford’s Hall.  J. B. Alexander. April 13, 1842.

Advertisement ran from April 13 to May 4, 1842.

1843 June 6.  Mecklenburg Jeffersonian.  (Charlotte, North Carolina.)  June 6, 1843, Vol. 3, No. 114, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Likenesses.  The Subscriber informs the citizens of Charlotte, that he has taken a room at Mr. Robertson’s Hotel, where he is prepared to taker Miniatures, by means of the above beautiful Art.  Persons who wish to have their Likenesses taken in the most accurate manner, and very cheap, would do well to call without delay, as the subscriber will not remain but a few days.  Specimens of the Art can be seem by calling at the Charlotte Hotel.  I. B.  Alexander

1848 March 15.  The Camden Journal.  (Camden, South Carolina.)  March 15, 1848, Vol. 9, No. 11, P. 3.

The Subscriber has fitted up his Rooms over the Post Office, Where he will be ready to wait upon any who may favor him with a call.  Good likenesses, warranted, or no charge will be made.  Prices reduced to suite the times.  Hours from 10 A. M. until 5 P. M.  I. B. Alexander March 10, 1848.

Advertisement ran from March 15 to April 5, 1848.

Joseph T. Zealy

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1849                Rooms over the Post Office, Camden, South Carolina.

1856                Address unknown, Columbia, South Carolina.

Joseph T. Zealy was recorded in one advertisements and two announcements.  The advertisement and the first announcement appeared in The Camden Journal (Camden, South Carolina). The   advertisement ran from March 21 to 28, 1849.  Daguerreotypes.  Mr. Zealy, lately operating in Columbia, has opened his Daguerreian Gallery in the room over the Post Office, recently occupied by Dr. J. Lee, where he will be happy to exhibit his specimens to those who may favor him with a call, and will be prepared to take likenesses in the most approved style.

Pictures warranted not to fade.                      

The announcement appeared on March 28, 1849.  Mr. Zealy.  We call attention to the advertisement of Mr. Zealy, found in another column, who comes among us with the highest recommendation as an Artist.  In Columbia where he has successfully operated for two or three winters, we know his performances are regarded superior to any who had visited that place before him.  His Daguerreian Gallery certainly presents the finest specimens we have seen.

Mr. Z’s pictures are superior in being durable, and in giving a life-like expression to the face.  The greatest objection to Daguerreotypes is the dull—cold—inanimate appearance of the picture.  Mr. Z. has in a great measure overcome this, and uses new chemical combinations with eminent success.  He is a native of the State, and deserves patronage.  We recommend all who wish their faces taken, to give him a call, at his rooms above the Post Office.

The second announcement appeared in the Yorkville Enquirer (Yorkville, South Carolina) on  November 20, 1856.  The Agricultural fair.  Editorial Correspondence.  Columbia, Wednesday, Nov. 11th …. Fancy Painting, Silver Medal—were assigned to E. Dovilliers, of the Barhamville Institute. Messrs. Kingsmore and Wearn, of Newberry, received the award for photograph portraits in oil; and Mr. Zealy, of Columbia, for best Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes &c.  The Photographs were very superior pictures, and richly deserved the honorable mention.  Mr. Zealy’s pictures are equal to his reputation as an artist; but I could not refrain from a malediction on our friend Schorb, for allowing the judgment to be pronounced by default.…

James P. Tibbetts

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1854-1855       Rooms above the Post Office, Camden, South Carolina.

James P. Tibbetts was recorded in one advertisement that ran from December 5, 1854 to January 2, 1855 in The Camden Weekly Journal (Camden, South Carolina).  Highly Improved And Colored Daguerreotypes.  For A Few Days Only.  James P. Tibbetts.  Has the pleasure of informing the Ladies and Gentlemen of Camden, that he has opened his Gallery at the rooms above the Post Office, recently occupied by Dr. McCaa, for a few days, where he is now prepared to execute every variety and style of Daguerreotype.

Pictures taken at the low price of $1.50 and upwards, according to size and quality of frame or case.

All are invited to call and examine specimens.                     

James P. Tibbetts is recorded in Partners with the Sun South Carolina Photographers 1840-1940 by Harvey S. Teal.  Craig’s Daguerreian Registry does record a James P. Tibbetts active in 1855 to 1861 in Preston, Minnesota but it is unknown if they are the same person.

H. E. Squier

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1851                Rooms over William B. Campbell’s Store, Camden, South Carolina.

1852                Address Unknown, Camden, South Carolina.

1853                Rooms over the Post Office, Camden, South Carolina.

H. E. Squier was recorded in four announcements and five advertisements in the Semiweekly Camden Journal or The Camden Journal (Camden, South Carolina.)  the first announcement appeared on November 14, 1851in the Semiweekly Camden Journal.  Daguerrean Hall.  We have visited Mr. Squire’s Room, and find some capital likenesses.  Those persons with whom we are acquainted, are excellent pictures, and may be recognized at a glance.  Mr. Squire was awarded a prize by the South Carolina Institute last winter, for the second best Daguerreotypes.

The first advertisement appeared in the Semiweekly Camden Journal and ran from November 14 to December 5, 1851.  Sky-Light Daguerrean Rooms, In the Hall over the Store of Mr. William B. Campbell.  Mr. H. E. Squier would respectfully announce to the citizens of Camden and its vicinity, that he has fitted up a sky and side Light, which is acknowledged by all artist to be far superior, as it softens the light, and perfects the eye, thereby rendering it perfectly easy for persons with weak eyes to sit for a miniature.

Mr. S.’s skill in the art needs no comment.—Persons at all skeptical are requested to call and satisfy themselves by ocular demonstration.

A fine assortment of Medallions and fancy Cases.

Likenesses of children taken in a few seconds, warranted to be perfect.           

The second advertisement appeared in the Semiweekly Camden Journal on December 5, 1851.  Daguerreotypes.  If any of our friends desire a good likeness of themselves they would do well to give Mr. Squier a call, as he contemplates leaving Camden shortly, and another opportunity as favorable may not occur again for sometime to

“Secure the shadow

While the substance lasts.”

The second announcement appeared in the Semiweekly Camden Journal on December 29, 1851.  Daguerreotypes.  We are requested to state by Mr. Squier, that his stay will be limited to ten days longer.  Those who desire good pictures would do well to avail themselves of the present opportunity of getting them.  Mr. S. has succeeded admirably well with his pictures here

The third announcement appeared in The Camden Journal on February 24, 1852.  Daguerreotypes.  Mr. Squier will remain a short time longer, and those who are desirous of obtaining a good picture, are requested to give him an immediate call.

The third advertisement ran from September 10 to 21, 1852 in The Camden Journal.  Daguerrean Notice.  Mr. Squier respectfully announces to the citizens of Camden and vicinity, that his Daguerrean Gallery is now open, where he will, for a short time, be happy to wait upon those who may favor him with a call.  Thankful for past patronage, he solicits a continuance of the same.                 

The fourth announcement appeared in The Camden Journal on September 10, 1852. A Boy about 12 or 15 years of age, to wait in an office.  Apply at Daguerrean Gallery.

The fourth advertisement ran from September 24 to November 5, 1852 in The Camden Journal.  

Timely Hints to All.  Friends.—Readers, if you have a valued friend in whose welfare you feel an interest, that friend will prize, as a precious memorial, your Daguerreotype Miniature, if taken in Squier’s peculiar style.

Parents.—If you are still blessed with Parents, and no Artist’s Pencil has or can truly trace the lineaments of his or her familiar face or form, you may well act the part of wisdom to advise or persuade them to visit, without delay, Squier’s Daguerreotype Rooms, and have their Miniature taken in his superior style of art.

To All.—how many have lost a father, a Mother, a Sister, a Brother, or an innocent prattling child, and have not even the shadow of a resemblance to look up on.  After the separation, some “little toy” or trifling article is often kept for years, and cherished as a token of remembrance.  How much more valuable would be one of Squier’s perfect Daguerreotype Miniatures of the “loved and lost.”

There is scarcely any one who does not take pleasure in gazing on the features of a friend, and when that friend has been removed by death, we often hear the exclamation uttered with an expression of deep regret, “Oh, what would I not give for such a picture of my friend.”

Readers, perhaps you cannot do a better thing, while your mind is upon the subject, than take an hour or two now, and visit the gallery; then you may, at some future period, have reason to feel grateful for these “Gentle Hints” from Squier’s Daguerrean Gallery.     

The fifth advertisement ran from May 17 to August 16, 1853 in The Camden Weekly Journal.  Mr. Squier Will remain in Camden for a few days.  During his stay he will open a Room over the Post Office, for the purpose of taking Daguerreotypes, and will be happy to wait on those who may favor him with a call.

Thankful for the liberal patronage which he received during his previous visit to this place, he would still solicit a continuance of the same.

At his room will be found a large collection of specimens, among which is a Daguerreotype of Mr. Calhoun, one of Jenny Lind, and one of Robt. Burns.

Likenesses taken of sick or deceased persons at their residence.

Daguerreotype, Portraits and Engravings copied. 

Instructions given in the art, and apparatus furnished if desired.                  

H. E. Squier is recorded in Partners with the Sun South Carolina Photographers 1840-1940, P. 41 & 42.

A. Morrison

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1855                            Rooms over the Post Office, Camden, South Carolina.

A. Morrison was recorded in one advertisement that appeared on  November 6, 1855 in The Camden Weekly Journal (Camden, South Carolina).  Daguerreotypes.  The subscriber begs leave to inform the citizens of Camden and surrounding country, that he has taken rooms over the Post Office, and respectfully solicits a call from the citizens, Whether they wish pictures or not.  He is provided with the most approved Apparatus and with a good selection of material.  Plates, Cases, &c., of various qualities and sizes, in which he will place pictures single or in groups, and warrant them to be taken in the best style of the Art, and never fade.  Once more I say give me a call—sit for your picture, and in no case are you requested to take it unless entirely satisfactory. A. Morrison.

A. Morrison is recorded in other photographic directories as being active in Camden in 1854.  See A. P. Morrison posted yesterday (4-27-20).

A. P. Morrison

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1856                Unknown location, Camden, South Carolina.

A. P. Morrison was recorded in an advertisement that appeared on July 8, 1856 in The Camden Weekly Journal (Camden, South Carolina). Ambrotypes.  The subscriber begs leave to inform the citizens of Camden and surrounding country, that he is now prepared to take those beautiful pictures called Ambrotypes, a new process—pictures taken on glass.  These pictures are not reversed like the Daguerreotype but represent the sitter and other objects in their true and natural position.  They also can be seen in any angle of light, and are destitute of that glare or reflection, so obnoxious in the Daguerreotype.  The shades are distinct and clear; the light of the pearly white, while the middle tints are brilliant and accurate, making a style of picture at once soft-toned, pleasing and harmonious—never solarizing or blurring the linen or other white drapery.  They cannot be defaced, get dusty or dim by the sweat of the glass, are impervious to air, water or acid and will retain their brilliancy for ages.  Now is the time to get facsimiles of your little children.  A picture can be taken in a few seconds.  Come soon, my stay cannot be long in Camden, unless well patronized.  A. P. Morrison, Artist,

A. P. Morrison is not recorded in other photographic directories.  An A. Morrison is recorded in other photographic directories, and in tomorrows post as being active in Camden in 1854, it is unknown at this time if they are the same person.

 

N. S. Horton

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1859                Workman’s New Building, Camden, South Carolina

N. S. Horton was recorded in an advertisement that appeared on July 26, 1859 in The Camden Weekly Journal (Camden, South Carolina). Artist In Camden. N. S. Horton Would respectfully inform the citizens of Camden and vicinity, that he has opened a Photograph and Ambrotype Gallery In Workman’s New Building, And respectfully solicits a call from all the citizens, as he has just received a large and varied stock of Cheap and Fancy Cases, In which he will place Pictures singly or in groups, and warrant them to give entire satisfaction.  Ladies are invited to call and Take Choice.  A sacrifice of 25 per cent is made to those who have a family of five or more taken.  July 12.

N. S. Horton is not listed in other photographic directories.