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1842                Address Unknown, Columbia, South Carolina.[1]

1843                Madison House, Augusta, Georgia.

1843                Planters’ Hotel, Madison, Georgia.

1843                Central Hotel, Athens, Georgia.

1843                88 Westminster Street, Providence, Rhode Island.

1843-1844       260 King Street, corner of Wentworth, Charleston, South Carolina.

1844                188 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina.

1840 February 6.  The Emancipator.  (New York, New York.)  Vol. IV, No. 41, Whole No. 197, P. 3.

New York, Sept. 9, 1839.  At a meeting of the New York City Young Men’s Anti-Slavery Society, held in pursuance to previous public notice at the office of the American Anti-Slavery Society, No. 143 Nassau street.  Mr. Anthony Lane was called to the Chair, and Albert O. Wilcox appointed Secretary.

The Committee appointed by the Ex. Com. Of the Society to nominate officers for the ensuing year reported through Dr A. Libolt, their chairman, the following names of individuals to fill the several offices…

1843 January 28.  Daily Chronicle & Sentinel.  (Augusta, Georgia.)  January 28, 1843, Vol. VII, No. 26, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.—The subscriber, thankful for patronage already bestowed, takes this method to inform the citizens of Augusta, that he will continue one or two weeks longer to take Daguerreotype Likenesses, at his rooms in the mansion House, where ladies and gentlemen are invited to call and examine specimens of his art. 

Advertisement ran from January 28 to February 1, 1843.

1843 March 11.  Southern Miscellany.  (Madison, Georgia.)  March 11, 1843, Vol. 1, No. 50, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Those of our citizens who would like to possess, not merely a “counterfeit presentment” of themselves, but a genuine bona fide reflection of their own personal images, can do so by calling upon Dr. Libolt, at the Planters’ Hotel.  We have seen several specimens of the Doctor’s Miniatures which we conceive to be excellent impressions, exhibiting a greater degree of vividness and distinctness of outline, than is generally obtained by those inexperienced in the application of the apparatus.  See advertisement.

1843 March 11.  Southern Miscellany.  (Madison, Georgia.)  March 11, 1843, Vol. 1, No. 50, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  The subscriber begs leave to announce to the citizens of Madison, that he has taken rooms at the Planter’s Hotel for the purpose of taking Daguerreotype Miniature Likenesses, and respectfully invites ladies and gentlemen to call and examine specimens of his art.  Portraits, Landscapes, Views, &c. of any description will be Daguerreotyped in the neatest manner.  Also, Miniatures painted upon Ivory.  A. Libolt.

Advertisement ran from March 11 to April 1, 1843.

1843 March 18.  Southern Miscellany.  (Madison, Georgia.)  March 18, 1843, Vol. 1, No. 51, P. 3.

The Daguerreotype.  Dr. Libolt is still with us, “holding the mirror up to nature,” whenever the inclemency of the weather will permit.  During the late cloudy days, he has had but little opportunity to take miniatures, but we have seen those of several of our acquaintances, which are as perfect as the reflection of their faces in a mirror—to use a home-bread expression, as natural as pig tracks—as indeed, a Daguerreotype miniature must be, whenever a fair impression is obtained. The sun, unlike other artists, does not flatter, and yet so delicately does it lay on its lights and shades that a very ordinary face makes a beautiful picture—while it copies beauties and blemishes, with equal truth, it throws over all a chasteness and delicacy of finish that causes us to grow in favor with ourselves.  If any picture is worth sitting for, a Daguerreotype Miniature, such as those taken by Dr. Libolt, is in valuable.

The weather has thus far prevented the ladies from embracing the opportunity thus afforded of preserving their native beauty from the wreck of time.  We hope they will not fail to take advantage  of the present sunshine.  In afteryears none will regret the trifling price, by which they will be enabled to “look on this picture and then on that,” and to compare what they are with what they have once been.

1843 May 26.  The Southern Banner.  (Athens, Georgia.)  May 26, 1843, Vol. XII, No. 11, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  We would call public attention to the advertisement of Mr. Libolt, who proposes to spend a few days in our place.  We have examined some of his specimens, and have no hesitation in pronouncing them equal to any we have seen. The face and form is distinctly delineated upon the plate—a desideratum but recently attained—and which renders pictures of this kind much more attractive than formerly.

1843 May 26.  The Southern Banner.  (Athens, Georgia.)  May 26, 1843, Vol. XII, No. 11, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  The subscriber begs leave to announce to the citizens of Athens, that he has taken rooms at the central Hotel for the purpose of taking Daguerreotype Miniature Likenesses, and respectfully invite ladies and gentlemen to call and examine specimens of his art.  Portraits, Landscapes, Views, &c. of any description will be Daguerreotyped in the neatest manner.

1843 May 26.  Southern Whig.  (Athens, Georgia.)  May 26, 1843, Vol. XI, No. 5, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  The subscriber begs leave to announce to the citizens of Athens, that he has taken rooms at the central Hotel for the purpose of taking Daguerreotype Miniature Likenesses, and respectfully invite ladies and gentlemen to call and examine specimens of his art.  Portraits, Landscapes, Views, &c. of any description will be Daguerreotyped in the neatest manner.

Advertisement ran on May 26 and June 2, 1843.

1843 June 2.  The Southern Banner.  (Athens, Georgia.)  June 2, 1843, Vol. XII, No. 12, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Doct. Libolt is still here, and will remain but a few days longer.  Persons desirous of obtaining distinct and striking likenesses, will do well to call early, at his room in the Central Hotel.

1843 June 2.  Southern Whig.  (Athens, Georgia.)  June 2, 1843, Vol. XI, No. 6, P. 3.

Those of our citizens who have not examined the pictures of Mr. Libolt at the Central Hotel would do well to call, as Mr. L.’s stay will be prolonged but for a few days.  The accuracy and beauty of Mr. Libolt’s pictures will satisfy all who may favor him with a call.  “As true as a Daguerreotype” has passed into a proverb, and they who want a likeness of themselves and not a painting can now obtain one.

1843 September 8.  Providence Daily Journal.  (Providence, Rhode Island.)  September 8, 1843, Vol. XIV, No. 213, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Portraits.  The subscriber having taken rooms at Mrs. Brownell’s, No. 88 Westminster st., will be happy to wait upon ;adies and gentlemen whpo may wish to see specimens or have their likenesses taken by the Daguerreotype process, either with or without colors.

N. B.  Portraits taken in a manner superior to any done in New York or elsewhere, or no charge.

Oil Paintings, Scenes, Views, &c., &c., of any description will be Daguerreotyped in the neatest manner.  A. Libolt. 

Advertisement ran from September 8 to 21, 1843.

1843 September 20.  Providence Daily Journal.  (Providence, Rhode Island.)  September 20, 1843, Vol. XIV, No. 223, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Likenesses.—Dr. Libolt continues to take Daguerreotype likenesses at No. 88 Westminster street, where he will remain a few days longer.  His likenesses are admirably done, either with or without colors, and are the best we have seen by the process which has made such a revolution in the art.  We recommend our friends to call and examine his specimens, any of which will at once be recognized.

1843 November 17.  The Southern Patriot.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  November 17, 1843, Vol. L, No. 7586, P. 2.

Passengers.  Per U.  L. brig George, from New York—Mrs. S. H. Libolt…Dr. A. Libolt…

1843 December 13.  The Charleston Mercury.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  December 13, 1843, Vol. XXXII, No. 6263, P. 2.

Daguerreotype—Dr. Libolt.  Among our advertisements will be found the card of Dr. A. Libolt, Daguerreotypist, to which we would call attention.  He occupies rooms very pleasant for his purpose and convenient to the public, in the building North-East corner of King and Wentworth streets, entrance in Wentworth.  There he takes impressions of the “human face divine,” and they are decidedly the most vivid and perfect of any specimens we have yet seen of this surprising art.  There is something peculiarly comfortable in having one’s face taken off by this lightning process—the effect seems so out of proportion to the cause—it is but to sit still one moment and lo! You are engraved.  But all this does not prevent its being the nicest sort of of [sic.] operation, requiring skill, experience and the extremest care on the part of the magician, or his  charm may dissolve at each step, and the vagrant spirit of light escape from his chains and play the deuce with his work.  First there is a plate faced with silver which is wrought to a delicate mirror polish—that is the canvass.  Just previous to taking the likeness, this plate is exposed to the vapors of iodine, which gives it the miraculous susceptibility of impressions from light.  The sitter is than placed in his position before the camera—everything exactly adjusted—the plate slipt in the focus of the camera—you keep quite one minute, and all is over! All for the sitter, that is.  The plate is taken out, carefully screened from light, and placed over the vapor of heated quicksilver—this ”brings out” the picture, of which you can see nothing at first,  This done, a chemical solution is poured over it to fix the impression.  There is another and most important process to give permanence to the picture—a solution of gold in chloric acid is poured over it and thus a subtle gilding, imperishable except by mechanical action, forms the surface.  A fine glass plate is then put over it, delicately separated all round by a thin gilded one, gib=ving form to the picture, and the whole wrapped on the edge with gold beater skin, impervious to air or dust, and then put into the case, and you have a neat picture finished, which has one recommendation above all others, (if that be a recommendation) that it looks exactly like you—neither better or worse—no bungling—no daubing—no exquisite insipidity—no prismatic fog swallowing up all individuality and hiding the stupidity of the artist in a chaos of glorified millinery.

The Daguerreotype, in the hands of Dr. Libolt, gives vivid likenesses, which cost little, which are finished at a single sitting of a few minutes, and which will remain perfect as long as they are well taken care of.  The impression that these pictures are easily defaced by, the action of light, arose from the imperfectness of the process on its first discovery and the subsequent practice of bunglers who knew only half of the art.  Skilful men have since found means completely to remove that difficulty, and among those who have attained the greatest degree of perfection in the art, is undoubtedly Dr. Libolt.  We commend him to the patronage of the public.  

1843 December 13.  The Charleston Mercury.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  December 13, 1843, Vol. XXXII, No. 6263, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniature Likenesses.  The subscriber respectfully inform the citizens of Charleston that he has taken rooms at the corner of King and Wentworth-streets, 260 King, over the clothing store, and opposite the Masonic Hall, where Ladies and Gentlemen are invited to call and examine specimens of his art.

Likenesses will be taken either with or without colors, and warranted to be equal in beauty, to any done in the country.  They will be taken in cloudy and rainy as well as clear weather.  Entrance in Wentworth st.

N. B.—The latest improvement in coloring. 

Advertisement ran from December 13 to 19, 1843.

1843 December 14.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  December 14, 1843, Vol. XLI, No. 12559, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Likenesses.—We invite the attention to the advertisement of Dr. A. Libolt, who has taken rooms, over the clothing store, corner of King and Wentworth streets, and is prepared to practice the curious art of the Daguerreotypist, for the gratification of our citizens.  Dr. L. has carried the art to a very high degree of perfection, and produces the most finished specimens we have ever seen, whether in reference to likeness, drapery or scenery.

1843 December 14.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  December 14, 1843, Vol. XLI, No. 12559, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Miniature Likenesses.  The subscriber respectfully inform the citizens of Charleston that he has taken rooms at the corner of King and Wentworth-streets, 260 King, over the clothing store, and opposite the Masonic Hall, where Ladies and Gentlemen are invited to call and examine specimens of his art.

Likenesses will be taken either with or without colors, and warranted to be equal in beauty, to any done in the country.  They will be taken in cloudy and rainy as well as clear weather.  Entrance in Wentworth st.

Advertisement was recorded six times between December 14, 1843 to January 11, 1844.

1844 February 27.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  February 27, 1844, Vol. XLII, No. 12619, P. 2.

Messrs. Editors—Allow me, through your columns, to invite public attention to the very superior instrument for taking Daguerreotype Miniatures, which is now in our city for a short period.  You have only to take your seat, and remain perfectly quite for one or two minutes, (alas, for the Ladies,) and there you are, as natural as life, and sometimes a good deal prettier, because little defects in pictures on so small a scale, are not easily perceived.  I never counted myself at all passable, in regard to looks; but since I have been Daguerreotyped, I have serious thoughts of setting up for a very good looking personage.  I have see some interesting family groups, taken quite recently, which are really striking and must be invaluable to relatives and friends.  If I were a man of family myself, I should call together my wife and children, and stereotype, or rather, Daguerreotype their beauties at once.  But, being unfortunately alone in the world, and now on the shady side of –, I must content myself with advising all those who are blessed with family groups to have them taken at once.  Or if, like me, they are single men, and likely to remain so, let them, like me, have their own dear selves taken; because, I take it, we’re all valuable to someone, and somebody would like to have our picture when we’re dead and gone.  Besides, I am much in hope that some fair lady will fall in love with that likeness of mine, and then it would be quite unnatural in her not to transferher affection to me.  Joking aside, the instrument in possession of Dr. Libolt, at the north east corner of Wentworth and King-streets, is the best that I have ever seen; and I advise all those who wish to avail themselves of his visit to our city, to call upon him as soon as convenient, as the length of his sojourn among us is quite uncertain.  D.

1844 March 1.  The Charleston Mercury.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  March 1, 1844, Vol. XXXIII, No. 6325, P. 2.

Daguerreotype.  Dr. Libolt, whose Daguerreotype miniatures have been so much and justly admired, is, we are sorry to be informed, soon to leave us.  Those who desire to have the benefit of his skill in his beautiful art, would do well therefore to make reasonable haste, or the opportunity will be lost.  Dr. Libolt’s rooms are still at the N. E. corner of King and Wentworth-streets.

1844 May 27.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  May 27, 1844, Vol. XLII, No. 12692, P. 2.

Passengers…

Per U. L. ship Southport, for New York…Libolt…

1844 October 24.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  October 24, 1844, Vol. XLII, No. 12816, P. 2.

Passengers …Dr. A. Libolt and lady…

1844 November 9.  The Charleston Mercury.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  November 9, 1844, Vol. XXXIII, No. 6531, P. 3.

Daguerreotyping.  The Subscriber having just returned from New York, respectfully announces that he has taken rooms at No. 188 King-street, opposite the Victoria House, where he will be happy to wait upon his friends and patrons.  Having (at great expense) procured the finest German Lenses for taking Large pictures, and machinery for preparing plates in a new and improved manner, he trusts that he shall be able to execute business in a style unsurpassed by any in the country.  Ladies and gentlemen are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens of his art.

Instructions will be given—all kinds of materials for Daguerreotyping furnished by applying as above.  A. Libolt.

Advertisement was recorded on November 9 & 19, 1844.

1844 December 2.  The Charleston Mercury.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  December 2, 1844, Vol. XXXIII, No. 6549, P. 1.

Daguerreotype Photography.  We observed with pleasure that Dr. Libolt, the accomplished Daguerreotypist has again visited us, and taken rooms at 188 King-st., opposite the Victoria Hotel.  His stay in the city will probably be short, and we advise those who may wish a correct representation of themselves, not to lose the present opportunity of obtaining it.  The Dr. is certainly a complete master of the art.  We had the pleasure of examining several of his specimens, and were more than delighted with thye faithful transcript of some of our acquaintance.  A great improvement has been made recently in taking these pictures.  A skilful operator can now succeed in giving them great brilliancy and richness of tint, and strength equal  to a painting.  These portraits are invaluable as true likenesses, and while they serve to bring to remembrance the image of friends once dear, now absent or departed—they also tend to cherish a taste for the fine arts and the adornments of human life.  They are also relics of former friends—not only true delineations of the form and features, but really relics—subtitle and attenuated , but real substance emanating from the subject, and conveyed on the electric wings of light to its resting place, there to assume its original form.

Half of the wonders of Daguerreotyping have never been observed, few, very few of its merits have been appreciated or regarded.  Nature so bountiful in all her works—so imparted in here gifts, has hitherto allowed all sorts of bunglers to become practitioners in this wonderful art.  She did so probably in her hurry to gratify speedily the whole world, and give them a peep into her mysteries; but this hurry being over (and the election also.)  She is now determined that those who represent her handy work shall drink at the fountain of science and be instructed in the school of philosophy.  In other words Daguerreotyping is a profession, not to be learned in a day; and requiring for its successful accomplishment an amount of science, skill, judgement, discrimination, taste, &c., &c., which every journeyman tradesman does not possess.

As we ever desire to see merit duly rewarded, we hope the citizens of Charleston will evince their good taste and correct estimate of the photographic art by liberally patronizing Dr. L.

1844 December 7.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  December 7, 1844, Vol. XLII, No. 12853, P. 2.

Daguerreotyping.—A reference to the advertisement of Dr. Libolt’s, in this morning’s paper, will show that this gentleman has opened rooms at No. 188 King street, opposite the Victoria  Hotel, where we would recommend all who desire a faithful delineation of their features to call.  We have seen some specimens of Dr. L’s art, which for clearness and brilliancy, richness of tint, and mellowness, are equal to any thing of the kind that has come under our observation.  The great advantage of this art consists in its truthfulness to nature—defects and beauties are all transferred to the plate without abatement in the one case or flattery in the other.  A whole family can be taken at a cost not exceeding the price of one painted portrait.

1844 December 7.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  December 7, 1844, Vol. XLII, No. 12853, P. 2.

Daguerreotyping.  The subscriber having just returned from New York, respectfully announces that he has taken rooms at No. 188 King-street, opposite the Victoria House, where he will be happy to wait upon his friends and patrons.  Having (at great expense) procured the finest German Lenses for taking large pictures, and machinery for preparing plates in a new and improved manner, he trusts that he shall be able to execute business in a style unsurpassed by any in the country.  Ladies and gentlemen are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens of his art.

Instructions will be given and all kinds of materials for Daguerreotyping furnished by applying as above.  A. Libolt.

1845 January 17.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  January 17, 1845, Vol. XLIII, No. 12877, P. 2.

Arrived Yesterday in. Ship Alfred Myers, New York 5 Days…

D. A. Libolt…

1845 March 20.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  March 20, 1845, Vol. XLIII, No. 12936, P. 2.

Passengers…Per steam packet Gen. Clinch, from Savannah, via Hilton Head and Beaufort–…Mrs. Libolt…Dr. Libolt…

1845 June 2.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  June 2, 1845, Vol. XLIII, No. 12997, P. 2.

Arrived Yesterday.  Line ship Catherine, Berry, New York 4 days…

Dr, Libolt.

1846 April 4.  The Daily Delta.  (New Orleans, Louisiana.)  April 4, 1846, Vol. I, No. 151, P. 3.

Arrivals At The Principal Hotels (April 3)…St. Charles Hotel—St. Charles street…

A. Libolt & lady; N. Y.

1846 May 18.  Daily Cincinnati Commercial.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  May 18, 1846, Vol. V, No. 79, P. 3.

Arrivals At The Principal Hotels…Broadway Hotel—J. H. Cromwell, Proprietor…

A. Libolt & Lady, N. Y….

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Lafar, Theo A.

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N. D.               235 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina.

1853                Court House, second story, Chester, South Carolina.

1853-1854       Corner of King & Liberty Streets, Charleston, South Carolina.

1854                Rooms at the Banner Office, Sumterville, South Carolina.

1854                McBee’s Hall, Greenville, South Carolina.

1855                Address Unknown, Darlington, South Carolina.[1]

1856                Address Unknown, Marion, South Carolina.1

1853 June 23.  Palmetto Standard.  (Chester, South Carolina.)  June 23, 1853, Vol. IV, No. 25, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes!  Mr. LaFar, From Cook’s Gallery, Charleston, would respectfully inform the citizens of this place and its vicinity, that having had experience for some years in the above Gallery, well known as the best in the Southern States, he is prepared to furnish specimens of Daguerrean Likenesses.

Mr. L. has on hand a splendid assortment of Cases of all sizes, Medallions, Brooches &c. he is prepared with all the Instruments for securing accurate copies of Portraits and for taking Children and Groups.  He will remain for a short time.

Please call and examine Specimens at his room in the Court House—second story.

Advertisement ran from June 23 to July 21, 1853.

1853 November 16.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  November 16, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16575, P. 2.

Cohen & LaFar, New Daguerreotype Gallery, Corner Of King And Liberty-Streets.  The largest Sky Light in the city, with all the latest improvements, and being on the second floor, the most easy of access.  Stock for sale.

Advertisement ran from November 16 to December 10, 1853.

1853 December 12.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  December 12, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16596, P. 2.

Cohen & LaFar, New Daguerreotype Gallery, Corner Of King And Liberty-Streets.  The largest Sky Light in the city, with all the latest improvements, and being on the second floor, the most easy of access.  Stock for sale. 

Advertisement was recorded twenty-six times between December 12, 1853 to February 6, 1854.

1854 February 8.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  February 8, 1854, Vol. LII, No 16664, P. 2.

Notice.  The firm of Cohen & LaFar Daguerrian Artists, is mutually dissolved.  Mr. Cohen is authorized to collect all money due the firm, and pay the debts of the same.  Mr. Cohen will carry on the business, and thankful for pass favors, solicits the continuance of the public patronage, corner of King and Liberty streets.  A. D. Cohen. T. A. LaFar. 

Advertisement ran from February 8 to 17, 1854.

1854 February 22.  The Sumter Banner.  (Sumterville, South Carolina.)  February 22, 1854, Vol. VIII, No. 17, P. 2.

Worth Attending to.  We call the attention of the reading public to our advertising columns.—And to commence near home, Mr. LaFar, just next door, announces his readiness to furnish, at the shortest notice, the best of likenesses, at the lowest possible price.  No sun necessary to insure a good picture.  Mr. L., has favored us with a sight at his fine collection of Cases, Lockets, Brooches, Pins, &c., &c., we feel that we risk nothing in recommending them as the best assortment of the kind we have had in our village.  We have not had an opportunity of judging ourselves as to Mr. LaFar’s skill in Daguerreotyping, he having just arrived, but we have been informed that he is an excellent hand at his business.  Call and give him a trial.

1854 February 22.  The Sumter Banner.  (Sumterville, South Carolina.)  February 22, 1854, Vol. VIII, No. 17, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes, Mr. LaFar, From Charleston, Having taken Rooms at the Banner Office, would respectfully inform the citizens of Sumterville and its vicinity, that, having had an experience of some years in the business, he is prepared to furnish specimens of Daguerrean Likenesses, Mr. L. has on hand a splendid assortment of Cases of all Sizes, Medallions, Brooches, etc.

He is prepared with all the Instruments for securing accurate copies of Portraits, and for taking Children and Groups.  He will remain for a short time.

Please call and examine Specimens.—Instruction given in the Art.                       

Advertisement ran from February 22 to March 15, 1854.

1854 March 29.  The Sumter Banner.  (Sumterville, South Carolina.)  March 29, 1854, Vol. VIII, No. 22, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Mr. LaFar has just received from Charleston a new and beautiful collection of Fancy Cases, Medallions, Broaches, etc., which he would offer to the people of Sumterville and vicinity, and respectfully requests them to call and examine for themselves.  He is thankful for the kind favors which have already been conferred, and would earnestly solicit a continuation of the same.  Rooms up stairs—next to the Sumter Banner Office.  March 22th, 1851.

Advertisement ran from March 29 to May 24, 1854

1854 April 5.  The Sumter Banner.  (Sumterville, South Carolina.)  April 5, 1854, Vol. VIII, No. 23, P. 2.

LaFar’s Daguerreotypes.  Mr. LaFar, whose arrival we announced in the Banner, some time ago, has been pleasing many persons in our community with the finest specimens of daguerrean art.  We have frequently visited his room and examined his specimens, among which, we found many of our acquaintances and friends and recognized them instantly.  We have been favored with the opportunity of visiting many daguerrean galleries, and from the work we have seen come from Mr. LaFar’s hands, we have no hesitancy in recommending him as one of the very best operators in his line, we have ever seen.—All who have tried him are pleased with his success, and we understand he never allows an indifferent picture to go out of his room.  If not the inventor, he is acquainted with and exercises a new method, which by giving a different and better back-ground, enables the operator to take persons with light hair and eyes much more successfully than by the old method, the hair being taken with its natural shade and the eyes having all that sharpness and liveliness which it has in life and which heretofore was so difficult to be obtained in daguerreotypes.  Many persons, from the country, will be visiting our village during court, and we call attention to Mr. LaFar’s presence among us, that those, who have not often so good a chance to gratify their families and friends with a fac-simile picture of themselves, may avail themselves of the present one.  We must all one day leave our friends, and the dear ones, we now so much love, may one day leave us, but a picture will exist almost forever and may always be with us to enliven memory, when the grave has shut out from our view, the objects of our love and gratitude.  Mr. Lafar may be found at his room, the first door to the right, upstairs, and next to the Banner Office.

1854 May 31.  The Sumter Banner.  (Sumterville, South Carolina.)  May 31, 1854, Vol. VIII, No. 31, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Mr. LaFar would respectfully inform the citizens of Sumterville and the vicinity, that he will remain here but a few days longer, he would be pleased to wait upon any who desire excellent likenesses of themselves or their friends.  His stay will be short, so call early.     May 31, 1854.

Advertisement ran from May 31 to June 7, 1854.

1854 July 7.  The Southern Enterprise.  (Greenville, South Carolina.)  Vol. 1, No. 8, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.  Attention is directed to the advertisement of Mr. LaFar, to be found in our advertising columns to-day.  We have visited his rooms, and were much pleased with the specimens shown us, and can safely recommend all who wish a daguerreotype of themselves to Mr. LaFar.  He mat be found at McBee’s Hall.

1854 July 7.  The Southern Enterprise.  (Greenville, South Carolina.)  Vol. 1, No. 8, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Mr. LaFar From Charlestown, Having taken Rooms at McBee’s Hall, would respectfully inform the citizens of this place and its vicinity, that, having had an experience of some years in the above line, he is prepared to furnish specimens of Daguerrean Likenesses.  Mr. L. has on hand a splendid assortment of Cases of all sizes, Medallions, Brooches, &c.

He is prepared with all the instruments for securing accurate copies of Portraits, and for taking Children and Groups.  He will remain for a short time. 

Please call and examine Specimens.

Instructions given in the Art.

Advertisement ran on July 7 & 14, 1854.

1854 November 8.  The Sumter Banner.  (Sumterville, South Carolina.)  November 8, 1854, Vol. IX, No. 2, P. 2.

Mr. Lafar.  It will be seen by our advertising columns that this young gentleman has returned to his former rooms, next door to the Banner office, where he is ready to give entire satisfaction to all who feel like perpetuating the image of themselves or friends.

1854 November 8.  The Sumter Banner.  (Sumterville, South Carolina.)  November 8, 1854, Vol. IX, No. 2, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Mr. LaFar is pleased to inform the citizens of Sumterville and vicinity, that he has returned to Sumterville, and has opened his Daguerrean Rooms at the place formerly occupied by him near the Sumter Banner Office.

Thankful for the liberal patronage heretofore bestowed, he invites all who desire Capital Pictures to give him a call.  Nov. 8, 1854.

Advertisement ran from November 8 to December 13, 1854.

[1] Partners with the Sun South Carolina Photographers 1840-1940. P. 43, 53-54.

Jenkins, Jr., Solon

Daguerreotypes, , , , , , , , , ,

1848-1849       379½ Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.

1850                85 Main Street, Charlestown, Massachusetts.

1850-1851       290 Broadway, New York, New York.[1]

1850                4½ Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, D. C.1, 2

C1851-1852    77 Main Street, Richmond, Virginia.[2]

1852                Address Unknown, New York, New York.[3]

1852-1853       221 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina.[4]

1854                Address Unknown, Columbia, South Carolina.

1854                Over Fisher and Agnew’s Store, Columbia, South Carolina.[5]

1850 April 27.  Norfolk County Journal.  (Roxbury, Massachusetts.)  April 27, 1850,  N. P. 

Roxbury Daguerrian Gallery At The Old Stand, In Lemist Building, 82 Washington St., Corner of Felton Place, Over Lemist and Kellogg’s Dry Goods Store.

Miniatures, single or in groups, taken in the best manner, without regard to weather, and warranted not to fade.  An idea has prevailed that, in time, pictures would fade, but this erroneous impression has been entirely removed by many eminent chemists, who give it as their opinion that a Daguerreotype Picture, coated with a solution of gold, will stand any length of time; and no respectable operator will send out a picture without this gilding.

Ladies are recommended to dress in figured or dark material, avoiding white or light blue.  Gentlemen, a black or figured vest, also figured scarf or cravat, so that the shirt bosom will not be too much exposed.  Children, plain and stripped, or figured dresses, avoiding white or light blue; red will take like a dark dress.  Children taken from 9, A. M., to 2, P. M.; others from 8, A. M. till 6, P. M., without regard to weather.  Lancey & Co.

N.B…Messrs. Lancey & Co. Having fitted up an extensive Daguerrian Establishment in the City of Charlestown, in connection with Mr. Jenkins, under the name of Jenkins & Co., and engaged the valuable services of Mr. Lougee to superintend the operating department, would recommend the citizens of Charlestown and vicinity if they wish to get an excellent Daguerreotype Likeness of themselves and friends, to give Mr. L. a call at the Daguerrian Gallery, 85 Main st., Charlestown.           

Advertisement ran from April 27 to June 29, 1850.

1850 June 29.  Norfolk County Journal.  (Roxbury, Massachusetts.) June 29, 1850, P. 3.  

Price Reduced.  Miniatures taken Lower than at any other Establishment and warranted not to fade. 

Roxbury Daguerrian Gallery At The Old Stand, In Lemist Building, 82 Washington St., Corner of Felton Place, Over Lemist and Kellogg’s Dry Goods Store.

Miniatures, single or in groups, taken in the best manner, without regard to weather, and warranted not to fade.  An idea has prevailed that, in time, pictures would fade, but this erroneous impression has been entirely removed by many eminent chemists, who give it as their opinion that a Daguerreotype Picture, coated with a solution of gold, will stand any length of time; and no respectable operator will send out a picture without this gilding.

Ladies are recommended to dress in figured or dark material, avoiding white or light blue.  Gentlemen, a black or figured vest, also figured scarf or cravat, so that the shirt bosom will not be too much exposed.  Children, plain and stripped, or figured dresses, avoiding white or light blue; red will take like a dark dress.  Children taken from 9, A. M., to 2, P. M.; others from 8, A. M. till 6, P. M., without regard to weather.  Lancey & Co.

N.B…Messrs. Lancey & Co. Having fitted up an extensive Daguerrian Establishment in the City of Charlestown, in connection with Mr. Jenkins, under the name of Jenkins & Co., and engaged the valuable services of Mr. Lougee to superintend the operating department, would recommend the citizens of Charlestown and vicinity if they wish to get an excellent Daguerreotype Likeness of themselves and friends, to give Mr. L. a call at the Daguerrian Gallery, 85 Main st., Charlestown. April 27th, 1850         

Advertisement ran from June 29 to November 9, 1850.

1852 May 13.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  May 13, 1852, Vol. L, No. 15112, P. 2.

Passengers…Per steamer Metamora, from Savannah—…S. Jenkins…

1852 December 2.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  December 2, 1852, Vol. L, No 15283, P. 2.

Julia Dean Daguerreotype.  On Calling in to D. L. Glen’s Gallery, 221 King-street, I was shown there the finest production in the line of Daguerreotyping I ever saw.  Being an artist myself, and having seen others in the different Northern cities, I must, with pleasure say, that finer pictures are taken there, that in any city in the United States, or in the world.

It was the likeness of Miss Julia Dean, also, a group of Miss Julia and sister.  I find him assisted by S. Jenkins, from Richmond, Virginia, of Whitehurst’s Gallery.  He is acknowledged by the best Northern Artists to be ahead in his line.

Mr. Jenkins’ references are, Ex-Governor Floyd, Virginia; Caskie, Virginia; J. Plumbe; J. H. Whitehurst, Virginia; S. M. Root[6], Philadelphia; McClees & Germon, Philadelphia; Masney [sic.] & Silsbee[7], Boston; Professor Ives[8], Boston; Dr. Cleveland, Charleston; Whiteford Smith, Charleston.

Elsewhere you will find that the prize awarded (being the highest for the best productions) is settled by the Committee, J. M. Osborn being noticed by them for a group of colored subjects only.  A. Citizen.

1853 January 25.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  January 25, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16327, P. 2.

Citizens Of Charleston And Strangers Visiting.  To You Greetings.  Please notice as you pass the fine Specimens of the Photographic Art, Exposed to view in the splendid Show Case, before the door of 221 King-street.  For softness of shade, Tone of Pictures and position, no Daguerreotypes in the world can Equal them—(Beautiful to Contemplate.)  The South ahead.

The Gallery is crowded with all Classes, to procure those life-like Miniatures, which are produced so Instantaneously and with perfection.  Mr. Glen, with such an Artist as S. Jenkins, from Virginia, assisting him, and Mr. J. Having the highest recommend from All the principal Artists in America, Who will delay procuring for themselves Or friends those Mementoes, regarded As the Best gift oneself can bestow Upon another.

1853 January 25.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  January 25, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16327, P. 2.

For Sale, a very good Piano, for $40, in fine order.  Inquire of S. Jenkins, At Glen’s Daguerrian Gallery, 221 King-street.

1853 August 30.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  August 30, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16510, P. 2.

James Adger.  Another Quick Trip!!  The U. S. Mail steam ship James Adger, Capt. John Dickinson, arrived at her wharf in this city yesterday afternoon, about 5 o’clock, having made the passage from New-York in the very short time of forty-nine hours, from wharf to wharf,…

The following are the names of the passengers by the James Adger:…S. Jenkins…

1854 November 24.  The Daily Dispatch.  (Richmond, Virginia.)  November 24, 1854, Vol. V, No. 328, P. 1.

Mr. Solon Jenkins, daguerrean artist, died in Columbia, S. C. on Sunday morning.

1854.  December.  Daguerreian Journal.  (New York. New York.)  December 1854, N.P.

Solon Jenkins, Jr., died at Columbia, S.C., on the 19th of November.  He contracted the Yellow Fever while at Charlestown, and died after a brief illness.  Mr. J.  Was engaged for sometime at Mr. Whitehurst’s Gallery at Richmond, Va., and afterwards had an establishment of his own in this city.  At the time of his demise, he was engaged for Mr. Tucker at his Gallery in Columbia.

New York City Directories.  (NewYork, New York.)

1850.  Not Listed.  Directory published by John Doggett, Jr.

1851.  Not Listed.  Directory published by Doggett & Rode.

1852.  daguerreotypes, h-77 Bowery.  Directory published by John Fowler Trow.

1853.  Not Listed.  Directory published by John Fowler Trow.

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry

[2] Jesse Harrison Whitehurst Gallery address.

[3] New York City Directory.

[4] Daniel L. Glen’s Studio

[5] Partners with the Sun South Carolina Photographers 1840-1940, P. 69.

[6] Probably S. & M. Root

[7] Masury & Silsbee

[8] Loyal Moses Ives

Jeffers, George A.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, , , , , , , , , , ,

1849-1855       Corner of River and First Streets, Troy, New York.[1]

1853                Address Unknown, Norfolk, Virginia.[2]

1854-1855       Craven Street, over Whaley’s Store, Newbern, North Carolina,

1855                Over E. Williams’ Store, Kinston, North Carolina,

1856                Winyah Hall, Georgetown, South Carolina.[3]

1856                Address Unknown, Charleston, South Carolina.

1856                Rooms at the Mansion House, Charlotte, North Carolina.

1856                Address Unknown, Chester, South Carolina.2

1856                Rooms over Brown, Stitt & Co.’s. Store, opposite Kerr’s Hotel, Charlotte, North Carolina.

1856-1857       Address Unknown, Georgetown, South Carolina.2

1851 September 25.  Lansingburgh Democrat.  (Lansingburgh, New York.)  September 25, 1851, Vol. XIII, No. 49, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes Which Please Everybody.  Can Be Found At Jeffer’s Celebrated Establishment.  Corner of River and First sts., opposite the Troy House, Troy.

No picture sold but those entirely satisfactory to customers and myself also—so that each and every person is sure of getting the very best kind of work, no matter whether they are judges of Daguerreotypes or not.

The superior advantage and facility possessed by this establishment for producing the very best results in Daguerreotyping, are pretty generally known, and are attested by the qualities of the thousands upon thousands of pictures which the subscriber has furnished the public for several years past.  Daguerreotyping in all its varieties by George A. Jeffers.

N. B.—Entrance to the Gallery on First st., directly opposite the Troy House.

Advertisement ran from September 25, 1851 to April 28, 1853.

1852 June 4.  The Troy Daily Times.  (Troy, New York.)  June 4, 1852, Vol. I, No. 297, P. 4.

Daguerreotypes Which Please Everybody, Can Be Found At Jeffer’s Celebrated Establishment Corner of River and First sts., opposite the Troy House.  No picture sold but those entirely satisfactory to myself also—so that each and every person is sure of getting the very best kind of work, no matter whether they are judges of Daguerreotypes or not.

The superior advantage and facility possessed by this establishment for producing the very best results in Daguerreotyping, are pretty generally known, and are attested by the qualities of the thousands upon thousands of pictures which the subscriber has furnished the public for several years past.  Daguerreotyping in all its varieties by George A. Jeffers.  au20.

N. B.—Entrance to the Gallery on First st., directly opposite the Troy House.

1852 August 18.  The Troy Daily Times.  (Troy, New York.)  August 18, 1852, Vol. II, No. 361, P. 4.

North Light Daguerreotypes.  Jeffers’ Daguerreotype Gallery, corner of River and First Sts., opposite the Troy House, is the oldest and best arranged establishment of the kind in the city.  It was established in the year 1838, and has been fitted up, regardless of expense, with every convenience for taking Daguerreotypes in the most perfect manner.  The principal feature of this establishment is the Great Northern Operating Light, which is acknowledged by all to be the most desirable light that can be obtained.

Instruction given in the art, and apparatus furnished on the most reasonable terms.

N. B.   All pictures made in this gallery are taken on pure silver plates, and furnished in the best style, and warranted to never fade or spot.

Pictures put up in every style of case or frame, as low as they can be obtained elsewhere.  Perfect Satisfaction given in all cases or no charge.  Geo. A. Jeffers, Artist.  Entrance on First street, opposite the Troy House, Troy, N. Y.  feb7.

1853 February 3.  Lansingburgh Democrat.  (Lansingburgh, New York.)  February 3, 1853, Vol. XVII, No. 16, P. 3.

Wonderful Discovery!  Great Improvement in the application of Daguerreotype Portraits to the Stereoscope.  George A Jeffers, Daguerreotypist, Corner of River and First sts., opposite the Troy House, has just received an ingenious, apparatus, by which he is enabled to execute Daguerreotypes from Life, for the Stereoscope with nearly the some facility as the ordinary Daguerreotype, thereby overcoming all the obstacles hitherto thought insurmountable in the way of applying daguerreotype Likenesses from life to the Stereoscope.  In looking at pictures through this instrument, the eye is completely deceived, the image appearing like a real, round, solid body which can be felt and handled, instead of a flat picture.  With the aid of this great improvement we have the means of transmitting to posterity the exact image of all that is physically remarkable in the present day, at least so much as can be appreciated by the sense of vision.  Paintings, Engravings & c., copied without being reversed, if desired.  The greatest variety of Fancy Cases, &c. that can be found in the city, constantly on hand.  Remember the place.                    

Geo. A. Jeffers, Artist, opposite the Troy House—Entrance on First st.

Advertisement ran from February 3 to December 1, 1853.

1853 June 30.  Lansingburgh Democrat.  (Lansingburgh, New York.)  June 30, 1853, Vol. XVII, No. 36, P. 2.

From the Troy Daily Post of Wednesday.  Jeffers & Clough’s Gallery.  We paid a visit to this Daguerreotype Gallery yesterday; and certainly they have arranged their rooms in admirable order and with elegant taste.  The first room, is well supplied with sofas, and lounges, and mirrors; is richly papered and carpeted, and will soon have a piano of the best character, to enable those who wait, to keep their patience amused and in good humor.

Off this room is the toilet-room, appropriated to the ladies, and where they can rest,—‘tire themselves, and put on their most conquering look.

The next story, to which you ascend by easy stairs, is the operating room; and which has recently been fitted with northern and side light, according to the mode adopted by the best artists in the country.  Immediately adjoining this is the room for the chemicals, the work shop, and finishing, and preparatory departory department of the artist themselves.

Messrs. Jeffers & Clough are among the most accomplished daguerreotypist in the country; and with the perfect means now at their command, cannot fail.

To make the sun with pencil true,

Bring features lov’d before our view;

Memento’s friendship still will prize,

When in the grave the dear one lies!

1853 October 6.  Lansingburgh Democrat.  (Lansingburgh, New York.)  October 6, 1853, Vol. XVII, No. 50, P. 3.

Jeffers, corner of River and First street, is the place where you may be sure of getting a good Daguerreotype.  He has lately fitted up his rooms with every convenience for taking pictures, and you will always find him on hand whenever any of his friends favor him with a call.

Advertisement ran from October 6, 1853 to March 22, 1855.

1855 January 3.  The Daily Delta.  (New Bern, North Carolina.)  January 3, 1855, Vol. 1, No. 1, P. 3.

Jeffers’ Gallery Of Daguerreotypes.  The citizens of Newbern and vicinity are respectfully invited to call at Jeffers’ rooms, and examine his great variety of specimens.  His new styles of Crayon, Floral Wreath and Chemically colores Daguerreotypes are pronounced to be the finest productions of the art.  He has on hand the largest assortment of Plain, rich and fancy Cases ever exhibited in this country.

Daguerreotyping, in all its varreties, [sic.] done with neatness and dispatch .

Rooms on Craven st., over Whaley’s store.  G. A. Jeffers, Artist., Dec 19th, 1854.

Advertisement ran from January 3 to February 14, 1855. 

1855 August 30.  American Advocate.  (Kinston, North Carolina.)  August 30, 1855, Vol. 1, No. 12, P. 3.

Grand Exhibition Of Daguerreotype.  Jeffers & Doty, The Celebrated Artists, From New York.  Have taken Rooms over E. Williams’ Store, Where they are prepared to take Likenesses in the most modern style, having been engaged in the business for the last nine years, and being posted in all the new and valuable improvements, they do not hesitate in saying, that they can produce Daguerreotypes superior to any heretofore taken in this place.

The Ladies and Gentlemen of Kinston and vicinity, are respectfully invited to call and examine the specimens, and judge for themselves.

We have on hand the largest and best assortment of Cases and Frames ever offered for sale in this country, which we will furnish, with perfect Likenesses at very moderate rates.

N. B.—An early call will be necessary, as we will remain in this town but four weeks.  Jeffers & Doty, Artist.

Advertisement ran from August 30 to September 28, 1855.

1856 September 23.  The Western Democrat.  (Charlotte, North Carolina.)  September 23, 1856, New Series—Vol. 5, No. 9, P. 3.

Jeffers, The celebrated Ambrotype and Daguerrean Artist from Charleston, South Carolina, has fitted up a suit of rooms Over Brown, Stitt & Co.’s. Store, opposite Kerr’s Hotel, where he is prepared to execute these Beautiful Likenesses, in the Highest Style Of The Art.  The Ambrotype is taken on Glass and unlike the Daguerreotype.  Without being reversed, they can be viewed in any position with distinctness, as they are free from the glare of the Metallic plate.  They cannot get dusty, and are Impervious to Water or Acids, and cannot be tarnished or injured even by washing or rubbing, and are Warranted to last for Ages.  The superiority of these pictures in point of beauty and durability, has placed them at the head of the Fine Arts.

The Ladies and Gentlemen of Charlotte and vicinity, are respectfully invited to call and examine his specimens.

N. B.—An early call will be necessary, as I will remain in this place for three weeks only.  Perfect satisfaction given in all cases, or no charge.  Terms moderate.  G. Abben Jeffers, Artist.            

1856 September 16.  The Western Democrat.  (Charlotte, North Carolina.)  September 16, 1856, New Series—Vol. 5, No. 8, P. 3.

Mr. Jeffres, the celebrated daguerrean and Ambrotypian Artist, of Charleston, S. C., is in town, at the Mansion House, and proposes favoring our citizens with counterparts of themselves—or letting us “see ourselves as others see us.”  He will be prepared in a day or two to commence operations.  In the meantime, call at the Hotel, and see specimens of his skill.

1856 October 7.  The Western Democrat.  (Charlotte, North Carolina.)  October 7, 1856, New Series—Vol. 5, No. 14, P. 3.

$100 Reward!!!   The subscriber offers the above reward to any person who will produce an Ambrotype taken in this country equal to his.  G. Alben Jeffers, Artist.

N. B.—Jeffers’ Ambrotypes are richly colored and are warranted never to fade or spot.

Remember the place Opposite Kerr’s Hotel.

Last Week.  Remember this is the last Week of Jeffers the celebrated Ambrotype Artist.  Those wishing Perfect Likenesses of themselves or friends, should not fail to improve this opportunity of getting them.  Rooms over Brown, Stitt & Co.’s. Store, opposite Kerr’s Hotel.

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry list Jeffers in Troy, New York starting in 1849.

[2] Photographers In North Carolina The First Century, 1842-1841.

[3] Partners With The Sun South Carolina Photographers 1840-1940, P. 61-62.  Jeffers & Doty.

Glen, Daniel L.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , , ,

1850-1851       233 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina.

1851-1856       221 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina.

1856                215 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina.

1850 November 28.  The Charleston Mercury.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  November 28, 1850, P. 1.

Glen’s Sky-Light Daguerrian Miniature Gallery, No. 233 King Street, Over J. S. Roberts’s Shoe

Store.  The Subscriber, a native of this City, being in possession of all the recent improvements,

would solicit attention to his beautiful style of Portraiture, and warrants those who favor him

with their patronage satisfactory Likenesses, which cannot be excelled in point of tone, position,

and finish, and all the qualities which constitute a fine Daguerreotype.  Pictures of all sizes,

single or in groups, taken in any weather, equal to any specimens of the Photographic art ever produced in this country.  A call is respectfully solicited.  D. N. (sic.) Glen.

Advertisement was recorded from November 28, 1850 to January 9, 1851.

1851 May 6.  The Charleston Mercury.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  May 6, 1851, P. 4.

Strangers and others who are desirous of having their likenesses Daguerreotypes in a superior manner, are referred to the advertisement of Mr. Glen, a Native Artist, in another column.

1851 May 6.  The Charleston Mercury.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  May 6, 1851, P. 4.

Glen’s Sky-Light Daguerrian Miniature Gallery.  No. 233 King street, over J. S. Robert’s Shoe Store.  The Subscriber, a native of this City, being in possession of all the recent improvements,

would solicit attention to his beautiful style of Portraiture, and warrants those who favor him

with their patronage satisfactory Likenesses, which cannot be excelled in point of tone, position,

and finish, and all the qualities which constitute a fine Daguerreotype.  Pictures of all sizes,

single or in groups, taken in any weather, equal to any specimens of the Photographic art ever produced in this country.  A call is respectfully solicited.  D. L. Glen

Advertisement was recorded from May 6 to 31, 1851.

1851 September 27.  The Charleston Mercury.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  September 27, 1851, P. 3.

Palmento Daguerrean Gallery.  No. 221 King-st., over W. J. Jacobi & Son.  D. L. Glen Respectfully informs the citizens of his native State that he is prepared to take Pictures of all sizes, in a style that cannot be surpassed.  Having all the facilities of light to produce a good Picture, he pledges himself to give a perfect Likeness.  Mr. G. returns his thanks for past favors, and respectfully solicits a call at his rooms. 

Daguerrean Stock for sale.

Advertisement was recorded from September 27, 1851 to January 1, 1852.

1852 March 16.  The Charleston Mercury.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  March 16, 1852, P. 4.

Mr. Glen’s Daguerreotypes.  The Daguerreotypist of Charleston are avowedly some of the first artists in the State.  Their galleries contain specimens of the success with which they have labored in their art, of the most pleasing and convincing nature.  Among these Artists, Mr. D. L. Glen, of King street, ranks deservedly high.  The improvements he has made of late are very important, one of which has enabled him to obtain such complete mastery of lights and shades, that he can effect as vivid a likeness in days of gloom as in days of sunshine.  In his Galler are to be found most striking portraits of many of our leading citizens, who though absent from the spot really seem to speak to their friends.  During the past week Mr. Glen has added to his fame by the production of two large-sized portraits, the one representing Signor Novelli, the eminent Barytone, and the other Signor Gambati, the famous Musician.  As works of arts these portraits are likely long to remain unsurpassed.

1852 November 20.  The Charleston Courier.  (Tri-Weekly)  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  November 20, 1852, P. 1.

The Fair and Poultry Exhibition—Third Day… The Fair and Poultry Exhibition…We have taken a few notes in the more delicate and fine arts to-day.  In Oil Painting, Mr. S. N. Carvalho, of this city, presents several creditable offerings from his studio-conspicuous among which is a familiar Portrait readily recognized as the weather beaten but expressive countenance of “The Wandering Jew,” a venerable eccentric character well known down town, by his constant presence, and up the road, through the innumerable hieroglyphics traced along the fences, to an indefinite extent, by his hand.  These paintings add no little attraction to the Exhibition.

Messrs. Osborn, Cook & Glen, of this city an extensive Gallery of Daguerreotype Miniatures…

1852 November 23.  The Camden Journal.  (Camden, South Carolina.)  November 23, 1852, Vol. 3, No. 94, P. 2.

The Fair and Poultry Exhibition…We have taken a few notes in the more delicate and fine arts to-day….Osborn, Cook & Glen, of this city an extensive Gallery of Daguerreotype Miniatures…Charleston Courier, 19th Inst.

1852 November 25.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  November 25, 1852, Vol. L, No 15277, P. 2.

The Committee on Premiums, to whom was assigned the duty of selecting competent judges to decide on the respective merits of the various articles offered for exhibition at the Fair of the South-Carolina Institute for the present year, respectfully report the following list of awards…

S. N. Carvalho, for the Bust of a Beggar—a Silver Medal.

Osborn, for the best Composition Daguerreotypes—A Silver Medal. 

Glenn, for the best Daguerreotype heads—a Silver Medal.

1852 November 30.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  November 30, 1852, Vol. L, No 15281, P. 2.

A Card.  That part of the community who are in the habit of reading advertisements, must be somewhat surprised to find two Daguerreotypist proclaiming that each had the first Premium awarded to him at the late Fair.  Now I ask no more than I have merited, and I leave the public to judge.  The Committee in awarding Premiums made the following public announcement:  “To J. M. Osborn, a Silver Medal, for the best composition Daguerreotypes; To D. L. Glenn, for the best Daguerreotype Heads.”  These were the precise words used in awarding the Premiums, and I make o hesitation in assuming as mine was the first Premium awarded by the committee, and that for a superior branch of Daguerreotyping, that it was intended, as I certainly think all must understand it, that the first Premium was awarded to me.  J. M. Osborn, 233 King-st.

1852 November 30.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  November 30, 1852, Vol. L, No 15281, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.  First Premium Awarded To Osborn, At The Late Fair.  Rooms 223 King-street, a few doors above the Bend.  Where may be had Daguerreotypes in every style of the Art, viz:  Ordinary Daguerreotypes, copying and enlarging Daguerreotypes to any size, Crayon Daguerreotypes, Illuminated Daguerreotype, Cameo Daguerreotypes, Golden Tint Daguerreotype.  Also a Reproduction of the Daguerreotype on Copper by Electro Galvanic process.  Backgrounds rendered non-reflecting and of any color.  Also, Talbotypes or pictures taken on paper by the Camera.

Pupils taken and instructions given in all the above branches if required.  Also, Daguerreian Chemistry taught.

Advertisement ran from November 30 to December 6, 1852.

1852 December 2.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  December 2, 1852, Vol. L, No 15283, P. 2.

A Card.  At the request of Mr. Glen, we state that the committee appointed by the Directors of the South Carolina Institute for awarding premiums in the Department of Fine Arts—decided that the first prize should be given to Osborn, for the best Daguerreotype Composition piece—the one representing a colored boy and girl sitting near a stove.

Advertisement ran from December 2 to 6, 1852.

The first place for Heads, was awarded to Glen—they regarding his Daguerreotypes as the best in that department.  Committee—T. L. Hutchinson, Chairman of Committee.  Geo. W. Flagg.  Chas. D. Carr, Chairman Committee on Premiums So. Ca. Institute.

1852 December 2.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  December 2, 1852, Vol. L, No 15283, P. 2.

Julia Dean Daguerreotype.  On Calling in to D. L. Glen’s Gallery, 221 King-street, I was shown there the finest production in the line of Daguerreotyping I ever saw.  Being an artist myself, and having seen others in the different Northern cities, I must, with pleasure say, that finer pictures are taken there, that in any city in the United States, or in the world.

It was the likeness of Miss Julia Dean, also, a group of Miss Julia and sister.  I find him assisted by S. Jenkins, from Richmond, Virginia, of Whitehurst’s Gallery.  He is acknowledged by the best Northern Artists to be ahead in his line.

Mr. Jenkins’ references are, Ex-Governor Floyd, Virginia; Caskie, Virginia; J. Plumbe; J. H. Whitehurst, Virginia; S. M. Root[1], Philadelphia; McClees & Germon, Philadelphia; Masney & Silsbee[2], Boston; Professor Ives[3], Boston; Dr. Cleveland, Charleston; Whiteford Smith, Charleston.

Elsewhere you will find that the prize awarded (being the highest for the best productions) is settled by the Committee, J. M. Osborn being noticed by them for a group of colored subjects only.  A. Citizen.

1852 December 9.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  December 9, 1852, Vol. L, No 15289, P. 2.

Grand Prize Concert.  The Infant Drummer.  Will give another Brilliant Entertanment (sic.) At Hibernian Hall.  This Afternoon And Evening, Dec. 9.  Assisted By Major J. Hammond, And Other Instrumental Talent.  Three Magnificent Daguerreotypes Of The Infant Drummer, taken by D. L. Glen, 221 King-street, of this city, will be distributed among the audience This Evening, and also This Afternoon among the children.  The Prizes will be distributed as follows:  Each person entering the Hall, will be presented with a number; a corresponding number will be deposited in a vase, from which the Infant Drummer will draw at the close of the entertainment.

The person having the number corresponding with the 5th number drawn, will be entitled to the first prize; and the person having the corresponding number with the next fifth number drawn, will be entitled to the second prize, and the same for the third…

1852 December 16.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  December 16, 1852, Vol. L, No 15295, P. 2.

Stranger, At Mr. Glen’s, 221 King-street, you can get the finest Likeness of yourself or friends.  Remember he obtained at the late fair, the highest premium for the best Daguerreotypes.  As good likeness or Picture in rainy as in fair weather, you can get there.  Solon.

1853 January 25.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  January 25, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16327, P. 2.

Citizens Of Charleston And Strangers Visiting.  To You Greetings.  Please notice as you pass the fine Specimens of the Photographic Art, Exposed to view in the splendid Show Case, before the door of 221 King-street.  For softness of shade, Tone of Pictures and position, no Daguerreotypes in the world can Equal them—(Beautiful to Contemplate.)  The South ahead.

The Gallery is crowded with all Classes, to procure those life-like Miniatures, which are produced so Instantaneously and with perfection.  Mr. Glen, with such an Artist as S. Jenkins, from Virginia, assisting him, and Mr. J. Having the highest recommend from All the principal Artists in America, Who will delay procuring for themselves Or friends those Mementoes, regarded As the Best gift oneself can bestow Upon another.

1853 March 2.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  March 2, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16358, P. 2.

Gov. Manning called in to Mr. Glen’s Daguerrian Gallery, (Knowing Where To Go,) to procure for his lady, a true fac simile of himself; and Jenkins, Glen’s celebrated Artist, [I besides,] retained for the public, a fine likeness of his Excellency.  It can be seen at all times at the Gallery, 221 King-street.  It is considered a fine production.  Now, the public know where to go for a true Artistic Picture.

1853 March 9.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  March 9, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16364, P. 2.

Call Into Glen’s Daguerrean Gallery, 221 King-street.  He has the finest selection of Pictures out.  He has taken recently,

Governor Manning

The Mayor of Charleston

Miss Julia Dean

Miss Anna Cruise

Miss Graham

Mr. Neatie, the Tragedian.

Mr. G. got the medal at the late Fair, for the best Pictures.

Advertisement ran from March 9 to 29, 1853.

1853 April 25.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  April 25, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16403, P. 2.

The Daguerrian Gallery Of Our Friend Glen is continually crowded with the considerate, the fashionable and the gay, to see his splendid specimens of the Photographic Art, and but few leave the premises without taking with them a fac simile of themselves, in the shape of a fine Likeness.

Strangers secure the shadow ere the substance fades.  Nothing can surpass Glen’s Pictures.

1853 May 4.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  May 4, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16411, P. 2.

 Fife Dollars Reward.—Taken from the show case, in the entry at D. L. Glen’s Daguerrean Rooms, a Daguerreotype of a Lady—[it] was in a case which is made to hang up, and not closed up.  The eyes on the picture are looking up.  If returned the above reward will be paid and no questions asked.  The likeness is of a Boston Lady, and valuable to none but the proprietor.  D. L. Glen, 221 King st.

Advertisement ran on May 4 & 5, 1853.

1853 May 30.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  May 30, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16433, P. 2.

Friend Glen Is ahead in the Daguerrian Line.  To know this a certain truth, call in any time in business hours.  You will find the most fashionable sitting for their pictures and likenesses, an issue which cannot be excelled by any Artist in the Union.

You will always find our little friend Jenkins on hand, and if any one can arrange position and get the right expression, ‘tis he.

Advertisement ran from May 30 to June 1, 1853.

1853 October 12.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  October 12, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16547, P. 2.

Having occasion to look in lately at the First Premium Daguerrean Gallery of D. L. Glen at 221 King-street, we spent some time very agreeably in examining his large and varied collection of specimens.  We found numerous well known faces admirably and truthfully represented in all the best styles and with the latest and most improved effects of the face printing art.  Besides individual portraits we observed some groups in the execution of which the artist had been eminently successful.

1853 October 9.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  October 9, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16569, P. 2.

Glen’s First Premium Daguerreotypes, 221 King -Street, Opposite The Mammoth Boot.  Mr. G, is still making those beautiful Pictures, for which he received a Silver Medal at the last Fair of the South-Carolina Institute.  Every style produced by the art, taken at his rooms.  All persons who want a perfect Likeness, will do well to call, as no picture is allowed to go out the rooms, unless it gives perfect satisfaction.  Pictures copied at the shortest notice.

Advertisement was recorded fourteen times between November 9 to December 5, 1853.

1854 April 10.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  April 9, 1854, Vol. LI, No 16696, P. 1.

Daguerreotypes.  Calling lately at the establishment of Mr. D. L. Glen, 221 King-street, we found many new additions to his previously large and attractive stock of specimens.  He is evidently determined not to be outdone in excellence and to improve on himself to the utmost.

1854 April 10.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  April 10, 1854, Vol. LI, No 16696, P. 2.

Glen’s Superior Daguerreotypes If you want a perfect picture Call at Glen’s  First Premium Gallery, where may be seen some of the best specimens in the city.  The public are invited to call and see for themselves.  Pictures at the door are specimens of the kind taken up stairs.

Room, 221 King-street, opposite the Big Boot.

Advertisement was recorded from April 10 to 14, 1854.

1854 October 11.  The Charleston Daily Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  October 11, 1854, Vol. LII, No 16850, P. 2.

Marion Lodge No. 2, I. O. O. F.[4]—The Members of this Lodge, and the Brothers of the Order generally, are respectfully invited to attend the Funeral of Brother A. Krause, from his late residence, No. 5 Pain’s Court, at Nine o’clock This Morning.  Daniel L. Glen, N. G.[5]

1855 April 14.  The Charleston Daily Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  April 14, 1855, Vol. LII, No 17005, P. 1.

A Day At The Fair.  The number of new contributors pouring in is still so great, that several tables examined by us on Thursday presented quite a strange aspect on Friday…

We are next attracted to some fine specimens of the Daguerrean art—an art in which our State has attained a deserved distinction from the degrees of excellence manifested by our leading operators.

The Gallery of D. L. Glen, 221 King-street, represented by a fine case, containing specimens of groups, portraits, and copies from prints.  Of the new and later additions to his collection, we noticed the portraits of Cr. Dewey, and Miss Eliza Logan.

J. T. Zealy of Columbia, one of the best, if not the very best of our Daguerrean artists, of the interior, has contributed some very fine specimens.  We readily recognize his Excellency Governor Adams, and Chancellor Wardlaw; the portrait of the latter, however, is marked “Chancellor Dargan”—a case of “individual misapprehension,” which shows a singular freak of optics, and would be unpardonable in a sheriff. 

Mr. Cohen sends a case from his Daguerrean rooms, corner of King and Liberty-sts.

Geo. S. Cook sends from his well known rooms a fine collection, in all styles of the art, including the new process of oil photographs on paper.

1855 April 20.  The Charleston Daily Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  April 20, 1855, Vol. LII, No 17010, P. 1.

Fifth Annual Fair.  Catalogue Of The Articles On Exhibition At The Fair Of The South Carolina Institute, April 1855.

98.   Four Daguerreotypes; J. T. Zealy.

101.  One large Framed Daguerreotypes, seven single do; two Framed Photographs, one in oil and one plain; D. L. Glen.

102.  One Frame Daguerreotypes, one lot Photographic Paintings, one lot Plain Photographs; George S. Cook.

105.  One Frame Daguerreotypes; A. D. Cohen.

1855 April 21.  The Charleston Mercury.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  April 21, 1855, P. 2.

The Catholic Fair…

En passant we may allude to the beautiful Portrait of the late lamented Bishop Reynolds, painted faithfully (from a Daguerre) by the merited artist, W. A. Ashe; a copy from another Portrait of Bishop England, faithfully executed by one of the Sisters of Mercy; and the Daguerreotypes of four eminent Priests, grouped in easy attitude, and almost perfect semblance of the distinguished originals, by D. L. Glen, Esq…

1855 April 25.  The Charleston Daily Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  April 25, 1855, Vol. LII, No 17014, P. 2.

D. L. Glen exhibits a new specimen of his skill in a daguerreotype from Mr. Galt’s admired and classical bust of “The Bacchante.”

1855 April 30.  The Charleston Daily Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  April 30, 1855, Vol. LII, No 17018, P. 1.

List Of Premiums Awarded At The South-Carolina Institute Fair, Charleston, S. C., April 26, 1855.

D. L. Glen and Geo. S. Cook, Photographs and Daguerreotypes, equal in Merit—a Diploma to each.

1855 May 7.  The Charleston Daily Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  May 7, 1855, Vol. LII, No 17024, P. 2.

Young American on Two Sticks.  Master Benson A. English, the young drum-major—or shall we say drum—minor—who beats anything of his size and shape, with two sticks on a sheepskin, will give a concert and entertainment this evening at the institute Hall.  It is sufficient to say that he visits our city in accordance with a letter of invitation signed by many leading and influential citizens, who remember the gratification experience from his performances here two years since.  On that occasion, which was his first public appearance, we believe in a Southern city, Master Benson was received with lively tokens of welcome, and honored by many demonstrations in the form of presents.  Among others we may note, a uniform from the Cadets of the Citadel, which the little major has worn with much gratification,—a goblet and salver from the Washington Light Infantry, a uniform from the Vigilant Fire Engine Company, a silver knife and fork from Capt. Berry, then in command of the steam ship Marion, now of the Nashville, and a silver trumpet from the German Fire Engine Company.  His Honor, the Mayor, and many citizens also testified their admiration in many forms, and on the same tour he was received with equal approval by Gov. Manning, and the citizens of our Capital generally.  This has been indeed his well deserved fortune in all cities where he has appeared.

Many of the tokens and presents received by the little Major, including one from the widow of President Polk, and one from President Pierce, may now be seen at the store of James E. Spear, on King, opposite Haskell-street.  The prizes to be distributed after the first concert, are also on exhibition there.  Our well known daguerrean artists, Osborn of 233 King-street, and Glen of 221 King-street, have taken excellent daguerreotypes, which may be seen in their collections of specimens…

1855 May 21.  The Charleston Daily Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  May 21, 1855, Vol. LII, No 17086, P. 2.

The Ladies Fair…

Mr.  D. L. Glen has contributed in Daguerreotypes…

1855 August 28.  The Charleston Daily Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  August 28, 1855, Vol. LII, No 17024, P. 2.

D. L. Glen Has returned from the North posted up all the late Improvements In Daguerreotyping and Photography.  The public are respectfully invited to call at his Rooms, 221 King-street, where specimens may be seen.

Advertisement was recorded nine times between August 28 to September 18, 1855.

1856 April 25.  The Charleston Daily Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  April 25, 1856, Vol. LIV, No 17328, P. 2.

Colored Photographs.  We were much pleased yesterday with a colored photograph we had an opportunity of inspecting, which exhibits a new and most effected model of adding the advantages of color and hue to the photograph without destroying the peculiar delicacies of the original impression.  The coloring was executed by Mrs. E. M. Link, whose ingenious and highly meritorious skill in Grecian painting, leather work, and other branches of ornamental elegance we have had previous occasions to notice, and who occupies rooms at the S. E. corner of King and Hasell streets, (over the store of Calder, Browne & Co.) for the purpose of giving instruction in these arts.  The photograph in this case was taken by Glenn, in the usual excellent style of his gallery.

1856 October 13.  The Charleston Daily Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  October 13, 1856, Vol. LIV, No 17458, P. 2.[6]

Glen’s Photographs, Ambrotypes, And Daguerreotypes, 221 King-Street.  [ ? ] many a flower is born to blush unseen, and waste [ ? ] on the desert air,” but a Likeness of [ ? ] some dear friend, taken by Glen, could no [ ? ] the admiring eye, than could the sun at noon [ ? ] its radiance.

Pictures [Taken at] Glen’s Gallery have always been admitted [ ? ] to be of superior tone and finish.  Pictures [ ? ] size and price taken at the shortest notice.

[ ? ] sick and deceased persons taken.  Glen, Southern Artist, 221 King-street.

1856 November 28.  The Charleston Mercury.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  November 28, 1856, Vol. XLVII, No. 9781, P. 2.

Ambrotypes For $1.00 At Glen’s Gallery of Art, 215 King-Street, Over Messrs. Duncan & Paxton’s Drug Store.

Mr. G. Having Made Arrangements To enable him to take Ambrotypes at a reasonable price, now offers the public,

Ambrotypes, from $1 upward.

Daguerreotypes, from $1 upwards.

Photographs, $4 to $40.

All who desire to get correct Pictures, will do well to call at his Rooms, where specimens may be seen in all the various branches of the Art.

Advertisement was recorded from November 28 to December 19, 1856.

1856 November 27.  The Charleston Daily Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  November 27, 1856, Vol. LIV, No 17496, P. 1.

The Gallery of Paintings at the Institute.

“All that imagination’s power could trace,

Breathed in the pencil’s imitative grace,

O’er all the canvas, form and soul and feeling

That wonderous art, infused with power of life,

Portrayed each pulse, each passion’s might revealing,

Sorrow and joy, life, hatred, fear, and strife.”

A walk around the extensive Gallery of Paintings at the Institute Hall, furnishes us with material for more that one day’s study and reflection.  We have, therefore, gathered up our notes from the point at which we left off yesterday, and continue to day our rambling sketches of this choice repository of the fine arts…

Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes and Photographs, from the galleries of Messrs Glen and Wenderoth…

[1] Marcus Aurelius. Root or Samuel Root or Samuel & Marcus Root.

[2] Masury & Silsbee

[3] Loyal Moses Ives

[4] I. O. O. G. Independent Order of Odd Fellows.

[5] N. G. Nobel Grand.

[6] Whole left side of advertisement unreadable.

Gladden, John G.

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1859-1859       Address Unknown, Columbia, South Carolina.

1859                Rooms over Messrs. Wilkinson & Co.’s. Jewelry Store, Charlotte, North Carolina.

1858 July 31.  Charleston Mercury.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  July 31, 1858, Vol. LI, No. 10,299, P. 2.

Correspondence of the Mercury.  Eagle Fire Company in Columbia—Fire.  Columbia, July 30.—All day yesterday we spent a glorious June [in] parading [ ? ] city [ ? ] its well arranged gardens and public buildings.  We went to the Capitol building, now one of the finest works in this or perhaps in any other country.  It is progressing finely, and growing into attractive shape…From the Capitol-grounds we proceeded into line and joined the whole body of our Company parading up the Main street, when we were daguerreotyped on masse by a photographic and daguerrean artist of this city, Mr. Gladden…

1859 April 19.  The Western Democrat.  (Charlotte, North Carolina.)  April 19, 1859, Vol. 7, No. 357, P. 3.

Ambrotypes & Melainotypes, Finished on an Improved Style.  The subscriber, (recently from Wearn’s Premium Photograph Gallery, Columbia, S. C.,) respectfully announces to the citizens of Charlotte and vicinity that he has opened Rooms, for a short time, over Messrs. Wilkinson & Co.’s. Jewelry Store, where he will be happy to receive calls from those who desire fine pictures. 

Instruction given in the art, with success guarantied.   J. G. Gladden.        

Advertisement ran from April 19 to May 3, 1859.

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).

Crygier, J. J.

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1848                190 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina.

1849                Rooms at the Court House, Sumterville, South Carolina.

1846 October 7.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  October 7, 1846, Vol. XLIV, No. 13,403, P. 2.

Passengers.  Per line ship H. Allen, from New-York—…J. J. Crygier.

1848 October 7.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  October 7, 1848, Vol. XLVI, No. 13,877, P. 3.

Notice.—Mr. McIntyre respectfully informs his friends and the public, that having disposed of his Daguerreotype Establishment to Mr. J. J. Crygier, he will remain only long enough to fulfill the engagements he has on hand. 

Those who may wish Likenesses taken by him, would do well to call soon.  He has still a number of specimens to dispose of.

1849 May 16.  The Sumter Banner.  (Sumterville, South Carolina.)  May 16, 1849, Vol. III, No. 29, P. 3.

Likenesses.  The subscriber respectfully informs the citizens of Sumterville and vicinity that he is prepared to take the likenesses of those who may favor him with a sitting.  From long experience, having been connected with Mr. McIntyre of Charleston for the past three years, he has no doubt, but he shall be able to give the most perfect satisfaction to those who may favor him with a call.

Ladies and gentlemen are respectfully invited to call and examine his specimens.  He has taken rooms at the Court House, where he will remain about three weeks.         J. J. Crygier.  May 16.

1849 May 23.  The Sumter Banner.  (Sumterville, South Carolina.)  May 23, 1849, Vol. III, No. 30, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Likenesses.  The subscriber will remain but one week longer; those wishing pictures of themselves or family will do well to call soon.—The best hours from 8 A. M. until 2 P. M.—Room in the Court House.  J. J. Crygier.  May 23.

Advertisement ran from May 23 to 30, 1849.

Cohen, A. D.

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1853-1855       Corner of King and Liberty Streets, Charleston, South Carolina.

1853 November 16.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  November 16, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16575, P. 2.

Cohen & LaFar, New Daguerreotype Gallery, Corner Of King And Liberty-Streets.  The largest Sky Light in the city, with all the latest improvements, and being on the second floor, the most easy of access.  Stock for sale.

Advertisement ran from November 16 to December 10.

1853 December 12.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  December 12, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16596, P. 2.

Cohen & LaFar, New Daguerreotype Gallery, Corner Of King And Liberty-Streets.  The largest Sky Light in the city, with all the latest improvements, and being on the second floor, the most easy of access.  Stock for sale. 

Advertisement was recorded twenty-six times between December 12, 1853 to February 6, 1854.

1854 February 8.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  February 8, 1854, Vol. LII, No 16664, P. 2.

Notice.  The firm of Cohen & LaFar Daguerrian Artists, is mutually dissolved.  Mr. Cohen is authorized to collect all money due the firm, and pay the debts of the same.  Mr. Cohen will carry on the business, and thankful for pass favors, solicits the continuance of the public patronage, corner of King and Liberty streets.  A. D. Cohen. T. A. LaFar. 

1854 February 8.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  February 8, 1854, Vol. LII, No 16664, P. 2.

Cohen’s New Daguerreotype Gallery, Corner Of King And Liberty-Streets.  The largest Sky Light in the city, with all the latest improvements, and being on the second floor, the most easy of access.  Stock for sale. 

Advertisement ran from February 8 to April 10, 1854.

1854 April 11.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  April 11, 1854, Vol. LII, No 16697, P. 2.

Unprecedented Prices!  The People’s Gallery.  A Perfect Daguerreotype For One Dollar.  As perfect in every detail as any taken in the United States.  The known character of the subscriber will assure the public that there is no delusion—no humbug—at his Gallery.  Call and see the numerous specimens on hand, and encourage this effort to put it in the power of the poor and rich to obtain accurate Portraits.  Corner King And Liberty-Sts.  A. D. Cohen.

Advertisement ran from April 11 to August 11, 1854.

1854 August 12.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  August 12, 1854, Vol. LII, No 16801, P. 2.

Cohen’s Gallery, Corner Of King And Liberty-Streets.  A Perfect Daguerreotype For One Dollar.  Call And Look At Specimens.

Advertisement ran from August 12, 1854 to January 6, 1855.

Cohen & LaFar

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1853-1854       Corner of King and Liberty Streets, Charleston, South Carolina.

1853 November 16.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  November 16, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16575, P. 2.

Cohen & LaFar, New Daguerreotype Gallery, Corner Of King And Liberty-Streets.  The largest Sky Light in the city, with all the latest improvements, and being on the second floor, the most easy of access.  Stock for sale.

Advertisement ran from November 16 to December 10.

1853 December 12.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  December 12, 1853, Vol. LI, No 16596, P. 2.

Cohen & LaFar, New Daguerreotype Gallery, Corner Of King And Liberty-Streets.  The largest Sky Light in the city, with all the latest improvements, and being on the second floor, the most easy of access.  Stock for sale. 

Advertisement was recorded twenty-six times between December 12, 1853 to February 6, 1854.

1854 February 8.  Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  February 8, 1854, Vol. LII, No 16664, P. 2.

Notice.  The firm of Cohen & LaFar Daguerrian Artists, is mutually dissolved.  Mr. Cohen is authorized to collect all money due the firm, and pay the debts of the same.  Mr. Cohen will carry on the business, and thankful for pass favors, solicits the continuance of the public patronage, corner of King and Liberty streets.  A. D. Cohen. T. A. LaFar.