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1845 Mr. Quinn’s Building, , Pensacola, Florida.

1845-1848 190 King Street, opposite Victoria House, Charleston, South Carolina.

1849 222 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina.

1849-1850 663 Broadway, New York, New York.

1850 North of the Ocean House, Newport, Rhode Island.

1850-1851 2 Clay Street, San Francisco, California.

1852 Address Unknown, Nevada City, California.

1844 May 25. Pensacola Gazette. (Pensacola, Florida.) May 25, 1844, Vol. XI, No. 9, P. 3.

Dentistry. Dr. S. C. McIntyre respectfully informs the citizens of Pensacola that he will pay them a visit about the 13th inst. when he will be happy to serve his friends and the public professionally.

1845 June 14. Pensacola Gazette. (Pensacola, Florida.) June 14, 1845, Vol. XII, No. 11, P. 2.

Daguerreotype.—Those of our citizens who are desirous of having likenesses of themselves of friends taken in this cheap and perfect manner, will never find a better opportunity than that afforded by the visit of Dr. McIntyre (whose advertisement appears in another column) to our city. We have paid a pleasant visit to the Doctor’s apartment at Hernandez’s and have never seen more perfect specimens of the beautiful art to which he has devoted himself, and have seldom met with a gentleman of more agreeable and amiable deportment. We see that the Tallahassee papers (which city he has recently left) do full justice to the Doctor’s worth, professional and private—indeed, he seems to have won golden opinions from all, wherever it has been his lot to sojourn. We advise our friends to pay him a visit.

In connection with the above, we would also recommend to those who may be suffering from decayed teeth, &c., to give Dr. S. an early call, we can from personal knowledge recommend him to the public as a scientific Dentist.

1845 June 14. Pensacola Gazette. (Pensacola, Florida.) June 14, 1845, Vol. XII, No. 11, P. 4.

Daguerrian Gallery, At Mr. Quinn’s Building. Dr. S. C. McIntyre respectfully informs the Ladies and Gentlemen of Pensacola, that he is now prepared at the above rooms to execute Coloured Photographs in the latest and most improved style. Colours warranted never to fade.

His specimens are open at all times for the inspection of those who may favor him with a visit.

Likenesses taken in all kinds of weather. Hours from 8 A. M. till 5 P. M.

In connection with his brother, at the Florida House, he will attend to all the branches of Dentistry.

Advertisement was recorded five times between June 14 to August 2, 1845.

1845 October 10. The Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) October 10, 1845, Vol. XLIII, No. 13,102, P. 2.

Arrivals at the Charleston Hotel. October 9, 1845…

S. C. McIntyre.

1845 October 15. The Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) October 15, 1845, Vol. XLIII, No. 13,105, P. 3.

Daguerren [sic.] Gallery. S. E. [sic.] McIntyre respectfully informs the citizens of Charleston that he has taken the rooms formerly occupied by Beals & Co., opposite the Victoria Hotel, King Street, where he expects to take Likenesses equal in beauty of coloring and durability to any of the most approved, and as cheap as the same style of Picture and materials can be had in New-York, ranging from $3.50 to $12. He will keep constantly on hand a supply of every article belonging to the art, Waightlander and American Canvass, French and Americal Plates, Cases, &c.

1845 November 8. The Southern Patriot. (Charleston, South Carolina.) November 8, 1845, Vol. LIV, No. 8201, P. 3.

Arrived Yesterday. U. L. Ship Sullivan, Waite, New York, 83 hours.—

…S. C. McIntyre…

1845 December 2. The Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) December 2, 1845, Vol. XLIII, No. 13,144, P. 2.

Arrived Yesterday. C. L. brig Linden, Knudson, New-York, 65 hours.—

…S. C. McIntyre…

1845 December 5. The Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) December 5, 1845, Vol. XLIII, No. 13,147, P. 2.

St. Andrew’s Society. The CXVI Anniversary of this Society was celebrated at their Hall, on Monday, 1^st December. The members assembled at 12 o’clock M. for the transaction of business, and the distribution of pensions…

Offered Toast…By Mr. McIntyre, a guest.—The Memory of Burns…

1846 April 20. The Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) April 20, 1846, Vol. XLIV, No. 13,258, P. 3.

Prices Of Daguerreotype Reduced.—Mr. McIntyre respectfully informs his friends and the public, that he has received per ship Anson, a lot of Daguerreotype Materials, from Mr. Plumb, New-York, which will enable him to take likenesses at the same price of that gentleman in Broadway.

He has also received his large Camera and is prepared to execute pictures of companies or individuals, on plates eight and a half by ten inches.

He has but a short time longer to remain in the city for this season.

He has on hand several complete sets of Apparatus, which he would like to dispose of at $150, with instructions in the art, to some young man of taste.

Advertisement was recorded between April 20 to 30, 1846.

1846 August 7. The Southern Patriot. (Charleston, South Carolina.) August 7, 1846, Vol. LIV, No. 9019, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Notice. The subscriber begs leave to inform the citizens of Charleston and the public that he has taken the rooms recently occupied by Mr. McIntyre, opposite the Victoria Hotel, and is now prepared to furnish Miniatures, of various sizes, either single or in groups, in a style for richness and durability which cannot be surpassed. The public are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens. C. LHom’dieu.

N. B. Portraits and Miniatures neatly copied; Miniatures set in lockets or broches; Likenesses of Deceased Persons taken in any part of the city if required: persons having Likenesses taken by various operators and not satisfactory, can have them taken over in a superior style at a moderate charge.

1846 September 29. The Southern Patriot. (Charleston, South Carolina.) September 29, 1846, Vol. LVI, No. 9064, P. 2.

Passengers…Per steamship Southerner, from New York…

S. E. [sic.] McIntyre.

1846 October 2. The Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) October 2, 1846, Vol. XLIV, No. 13,399, P. 2.

Mr. McIntyre. This gentleman, who, by his obliging manners and gentlemanly deportment, conciliated the esteem and well wishes of every one, during his stay in this city the past winter, coupled with the universally admired correctness of his likenesses by the Daguerreotype process, has again visited us, and we are informed, established himself at his former stand in King street, opposite “Victoria House.”

Mr. McIntyre, during his absence, has possessed himself of proficiencies in the art which enable him, in any state of the weather, to execute likenesses, either singly or in groups, including even infants, in the incredible short space of time of from two to ten seconds.

1846 October 15. The Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) October 15, 1846, Vol. XLIV, No. 13,410, P. 2.

Passengers…Per U. S. M. steam packet Wm. Seabrook, fm. Savannah…

S. C. McIntyre.

1846 October 27. The Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) October 27, 1846, Vol. XLIV, No. 13,419, P. 2.

Arrived. Steam ship Southerner, M. Berry, Master, New-York 55 hours…

S. C. McIntyre.

1846 October 30. The Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) October 30, 1846, Vol. XLIV, No. 13,422, P. 2.

Passengers…Per packet Wilmington, from Wilmington, (N. C.)…

C. McIntyre.

1846 November 7. The Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) November 7, 1846, Vol. XLIV, No. 13,428, P. 3.

Photographic Likenesses, Taken By The Recently Much Improved Daguerrian Process. Mr. McIntyre respectfully invites the attention of his friends and the public to the specimens he has just received.

Persons wishing Likenesses of themselves or friends, separately or in groups, either in the engraving or colored style, neatly set in cases, frames, gold lockets or breast pins; can have them completed in a few minutes, the time required for sitting being much reduced from that of last season.

Ladies are respectfully recommended to dress in figured or dark materials, avoiding white or light blue, a scarf or shawl gives a pleasing effect to the picture. Gentlemen—a black or figured vest, also figured scarf or cravat, so that the bosom be not too much exposed. Children—plaid, striped or figured dresses; lace work adds much to the beauty of the picture. The best hour for children is from 11 A. M. to 2 P. M. A cloudy day preferred for very light complexions.

Advertisement was recorded between November 7 to 21, 1846.

1846 November 27. The Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) November 27, 1846, Vol. XLIV, No. 13,445, P. 3.

Photographic Likenesses, Taken By The Recently Much Improved Daguerrian Process. Mr. McIntyre respectfully invites the attention of his friends and the public to the specimens he has just received.

Many persons are impressed with the belief that the Daguerreotype Likenesses will fade in a few years. The following testimonial from the greatest Chemist in the world is conclusive testimony against this opinion.

Professor Faraday says: “Likenesses taken by this interesting art in its earlier days were liable to fade in a few years. The late improvement of Chemical gilding on the surface of the plate, forms a pure image of silver and gold which must retain its brilliancy for ages.”

On Hand, For Sale, German and American Cameras, French and American Plates, Cases, Sensitives, and other chemicals. 190 King-Street.

Advertisement was recorded between November 27, 1856 to January 16, 1847.

1846 December 5. The Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) December 5, 1846, Vol. XLIV, No. 13,452, P. 3.

Arrived Yesterday…Line brig Paul T. Jones, Taylor, Philadelphia 3½ days from the cape…

S. C. McIntyre.

1846 December 7. The Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) December 7, 1846, Vol. XLIV, No. 13,453, P. 3.

Arrived on Saturday… C. E. Brig Emily, Burr, New York, 6 days…

S. C. McIntyre.

1846 December 12. The Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) December 12, 1846, Vol. XLIV, No. 13,458, P. 3.

Arrived Yesterday…C. L. barque Carolina, Sherwood, New York 6 days…

S. C. McIntyre.

1847 January 23. The Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) January 23, 1847, Vol. XLV, No. 13,493, P. 3.

Line ship Sutton, Galloway, New York, 7 Days…

S. C. McIntyre.

1847 February 18. Charleston Mercury. (Charleston, South Carolina.) February 18, 1847, P. 2.

“Child of the Sun, and faithful to his fire.” Let all who wish to have an exact resemblance of themselves call on Mr. McIntyre, in King-street, opposite the Victoria, and it will be well done, and quickly. We saw there yesterday a head of Mr. Calhoun, on a large scale, which is an absolute transcript of the outer man of the greatest statesman of the age.

Likenesses will also be seen there of other distinguished men. Go and see, and set. We were particularly interested by the tasteful disposition as well as fine execution of the groups.

1847 February 23. Charleston Mercury. (Charleston, South Carolina.) February 23, 1847, P. 3.

Mr. McIntyre Respectfully invites the attention of his friends and the public to the specimens of Daguerreotypes, at present taken at his new rooms. He believes that his light is the best and quickest in the city, varying from 15 to 60 seconds. He is enabled consequently to take the largest family groupes, [sic.] as many as ten on one plate, and by recently improved Chemicals, he seldom requires more than one sitting.

All kinds of weather alike, except for Children, they require a clear day.

Advertisement was recorded between February 23 to March 13, 1847.

1847 March 15. The Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) March 15, 1847, Vol. XLV, No. 13,536, P. 2.

Arrival On Saturday. Line ship H. Allen, Wilson, New-York 4 days…

S. C. McIntyre.

1847 March 22. The Southern Patriot. (Charleston, South Carolina.) March 22, 1847, Vol. LVII, No. 9178, P. 3.

Notice.—Mr. McIntyre respectfully informs his friends and the public, that he intends shortly to leave the city, and would invite those who wish to have their likenesses, (not cheap Daguerreotypes) Photographs, to give him an early call. He has a few likenesses of Mr. Calhoun yet on hand.

He would be happy to instruct some gentlemen of taste in the art, and give him up his Room, Apparatus, &c., &c.

Advertisement was recorded between March 22 to May 25, 1847.

1847 March 23. The Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) March 23, 1847, Vol. XLV, No. 13,543, P. 3.

Notice.—Mr. M’Intyre respectfully informs his friends and the public that he intends shortly to leave the city, and would invite those who wish to have Likenesses, (not cheap Daguerreotypes,) Photographs boarding on the Miniature Paintings, to give him an early call.

He would be happy to instruct some gentlemen of taste in the art, and give him up his room, apparatus, &c.

Advertisement was recorded between March 23 to May 12, 1847.

1847 March 23. Charleston Mercury. (Charleston, South Carolina.) March 23, 1847, P. 3.

He would be happy to instruct some gentlemen of taste in the art, and give him up his Room, Apparatus, &c., &c.

Advertisement was recorded between March 23 to May 27, 1847.

1847 October 26. The Southern Patriot. (Charleston, South Carolina.) October 26, 1847, Vol. LVIII, No. 9,361, P. 2.

Mr. McIntyre’s Daguerreotypes. We were yesterday shawn [sic.] a daguerreotype view of the steam packet Northerner, taken while she was lying off the wharf previous to departing. The view was taken by Mr. McIntyre and it is not only remarkably correct, but exceedingly distinct in every shade, looking much more like an exquisitely finished steel engraving than any thing else. We would recommend to our friends who decide to see the extent of improvement to which the art of daguerreotyping has arrived, that they pay a visit to the gallery of Mr. McIntyre in King street, where they will find a perfect treat in the way of solar pictures.

1847 October 26.[1] The Southern Patriot. (Charleston, South Carolina.) October 26, 1847, Vol. LVIII, No. 9,361, P. 2.

Arrived This Day. Steam ship Southerner, Berry, N. York 62 hours…

S. C. McIntyre.

1847 October 28. Charleston Mercury. (Charleston, South Carolina.) October 28, 1847, P. 1.

Arrived Yesterday. Steam ship Southerner, Berry, New York 62 hours…

S. C. McIntyre.

1847 November 1. The Southern Patriot. (Charleston, South Carolina.) November 1, 1847, Vol. LVIII, No. 9,366, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes. Mr. McIntyre has again shown us one of his admirable daguerreotype landscapes. It is a prospect beautifully distinct, taken from the corner of Tradd and Meeting streets, and consists of a view of St. Michael’s Steeple, the Circular church and the Hall of the South Carolina Society with the intermediate buildings. No engraving can be softer, nor any drawing as correct. The very hour at which this view was taken is indicated by the hand pointing on the dial plate.

1847 November 2. Charleston Mercury. (Charleston, South Carolina.) November 2, 1847, P. 3.

Arrived Yesterday. C. L. ship Columbia, Galloway, New York 72 hours…

S. C. McIntyre.

1847 November 2. The Southern Patriot. (Charleston, South Carolina.) November 2, 1847, Vol. LVIII, No. 9,367, P. 2.

Arrived Yesterday. C. L. ship Columbia, Galloway, New York 72 hours…

S. C. McIntyre.

1847 November 23. The Southern Patriot. (Charleston, South Carolina.) November 23, 1847, Vol. LVIII, No. 9,390, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes. We paid a visit on Saturday to the room of Mr. McIntyre, and enjoyed quite a treat in Daguerreotypes which adorn the walls in great profusion. The art of daguerreotype drawing has within a few years taken a wonderful change. We well remember the first specimens which we believe was ever seen in our city, and which was shown to us many years ago by a friend. It was a view of the Thuilleries, [sic.] taken at Paris, by we think, M. Daguerre himself. We well recollect that the impression on the plate was one that by no means pleased us. We saw, indeed, the evidences of a new art, that the progressive science of man would make more useful and more valuable in the course of time, but in the stage in which it then appeared before us, it by no means offered anything upon which, exclusive of that anticipation, we might dwell with pleasure. The outlines of the building were exceedingly indistinct, so that to see anything we were obliged to place the picture in a certain position in respect to the sun, and even then we saw but little more than a few lines whose distinctness was more sadly destroyed by the general glare of the ground work. Since then daguerreotypes have been rapidly receiving the advantages of science, whose lights have been made to bear upon the art.

Of these improvements, our friend McIntyre has fully himself, and his daguerreotype pictures exhibit the evidences of skill which is indebted to long experience and much study for its perfection. The specimens which we saw at his room were so far superior to any that it has been our pleasure in former years to examine, as to shew that he has made a profitable use of every thing that the masters of science have laid before him for his instruction and government. His portraits as well as his landscapes and a few sea scenes, are so distinct, requiring no relative position to the sun, and so soft and mellow as to resemble, to the deception of almost any one not minutely versed in such affairs, the appearance of mezzotinto engravings.

We recommend to our friends who desire to see daguerreotypes carried to the very extent of the art, to call on Mr. McIntyre and examine his pictures.

1847 December 23. The Southern Patriot. (Charleston, South Carolina.) December 23, 1847, Vol. LVIII, No. 9,416, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes. We have had the pleasure of seeing this morning two capital Daguerreotype likenesses of Gen. Shields, taken by Mr. L’homdieu. From one of these we understand that our enterprising Musical publisher Mr. Oates, intends having an engraving taken to be used as Vignette to “Shiela’s Quick Step,” a new march that he has composed.

Just as we had written this paragraph an admirable Daguerreotype of Gen. Quitman was sent down for our inspection by Mr. McIntyre. The admirable execution of both these heroes by the respective daguerreotypists would place any connoisseur in an awkward predicament if he were to attempt to draw a comparison. As we are only amateurs we shall decline such an invidious task.

1848 January 28. The Southern Patriot. (Charleston, South Carolina.) January 28, 1848, Vol. LIX, No. 9,445, P. 3.

Card. Mr. McIntyre, begs leave to return his sincere thanks to his friends and the public for the liberal and kind patronage extended to him during the past three years, and also to inform them that he has resolved to take his final leave of Charleston in a few weeks, when those who may desire to have likenesses in his style will do well to call soon. He will dispose of his rooms, apparatus, specimens, &c. on liberal terms.

To operators he has a lot of sensitive which he will sell at $10 per bottle with instructions for using.

Advertisement was recorded between January 28 to April 22, 1848.

1848 February 17. Charleston Mercury. (Charleston, South Carolina.) February 17, 1848, P. 4.

Arrived Yesterday. Steamship Northerner, Budd, New York, Saturday, 3 o’clock, p. m.

…S. C. McIntyre.

1848 March 28. The Southern Patriot. (Charleston, South Carolina.) March 28, 1848, Vol. LIX, No. 9496, P. 3.

Arrived This Day. Steam ship Northerner, Budd, New York—sailed Saturday, 4 P. M.

…S. C. McIntyre.

1848 April 24. The Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) April 24, 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 fulfil the engagements he has on hand.

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

Advertisement ran from April 24 to May 27, 1848.

1848 April 25. Charleston Mercury. (Charleston, South Carolina.) April 25, 1848, P. 1.

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

Advertisement ran from April 25 to May 30, 1848.

1848 May 1. The Southern Patriot. (Charleston, South Carolina.) May 1, 1848, Vol. LIX, No. 9524, P. 3.

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

Advertisement ran from May 1 to May 29, 1848.

1848 November 21. Florida Sentinel. (Tallahassee, Florida.) November 21, 1848, Vol. IX, No. 47, Whole No. 463, P. 3.

S. C. McIntyre Will be in Tallahassee with his Daguerrean apparatus, on or about the 1st proximo. He will remain in the city but few days. Persons desiring miniatures in a superior style with all the recent improvements in the art, will please call upon him early.

Advertisement was recorded three times between November 21 to December 12, 1848.

1848 December 9. Charleston Mercury. (Charleston, South Carolina.) December 9, 1848, P. 1.

Colored Photographs.—The Subscriber would respectfully recommend his Successor, Mr. J. J. Crygier, to the kind patronage of the public. From his long experience in the Daguerreotype Art, having been with Prof. Plumbe of New York, four years, and the last three with my self, he hopes to give entire satisfaction to all who may favor him with a call. His light is the best in the City, and his Apparatus of the last improvement. S. C. M’Intyre. Dec. 4.

Advertisement was recorded between December 9, 1848 to May 29, 1849.

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.

1849 July 31. Charleston Mercury. (Charleston, South Carolina.) July 31, 1849, P. 3.

Notice.—Mr. McIntyre respectfully informs his friends and the public, that he has left his Rooms for the summer in charge of his cousin, W. S. McNaughtan, from Scotland, who has had a long experience, and is well qualified to execute Likenesses in the latest and most approved process, at a Reduction Of Prices. 222 King-St. above Mr. Porter’s Store.

For sale, a splendid Quick Half Instrument, with a long Copying Box and extra Plate Frames, warranted to take Pictures in one half the usual time.

Advertisement was recorded between July 31 to November 6, 1849.

1849 November 19. New York Herald. (New York, New York.) November 19, 1849, Whole No. 5640, P. 2.

S. C. McIntyre Respectfully Invites Public attention to his new Miniature Daguerrean Gallery, No. 663 Broadway.

Advertisement ran from November 19 to 23, 1849.

1849 November 23. Charleston Courier. (Charleston, South Carolina.) November 23, 1849, Vol. XLVII, No. 14,361, P. 3.

Oil Paintings For Sale.—Six Beautiful Oil Paintings, In Rich Gilt Frames, At McIntyre’s Gallery, Over N. M. Porters Store.—Mr. McIntyre respectfully informs his friends and the public, that W. S. McNaughtan will continue to occupy his rooms, in King street, where all the improvements in the art will be practised and at reduced prices.

Mr. McIntyre has opened a Gallery at No. 663 Broadway, New-York, where he will be happy to see his Southern friends. He will keep no stock on hand, but all cash orders will have the best materials in the city, selected; and no instrument or materials sent, except those tested by himself.

1849 December 20. New York Herald. (New York, New York.) December 20, 1849, Whole No. 5676, P. 2.

S. C. McIntyre, Daguerrean Artist, No. 663 Broadway, fronting Bond street, respectfully invites the public to call and examine specimens of his new style of Miniatures.

1850 June 11. New York Herald. (New York, New York.) June 11, 1850, Whole No. 5846, P. 3.

S. C. M’Intyre, having disposed of his Daguerrean establishment, No. 663 Broadway, begs leave to inform his friends and the public, who may desire a specimen of his art, that he will remain a few days for that purpose. A large collection of specimens for sale.

1850 June 16. New York Herald. (New York, New York.) June 16, 1850, Whole No. 5851, P. 4.

S. C. McIntyre, having disposed of his Daguerrean establishment, No. 663 Broadway, respectfully informs his friends and the public, who may desire a specimen of his art, that he may be found at his rooms till the 1^st July. A large collection of specimens, views heads, &c., for sale some of which would be valuable to artists.

1850 June 20. New York Herald. (New York, New York.) June 20, 1850, Whole No. 5855, P. 3.

Gen. Scott.—S. C. McIntyre, 663 Broadway, has just executed a Daguerreotype likeness of the great General, said to be the best ever taken. Mr. McIntyre will continue at his rooms till first July, when his business will be given up to one who is well skilled in art.

1850 June 25. New York Herald. (New York, New York.) June 25, 1850, Whole No. 5860, P. 6.

Daguerrean Notice.—S. C. McIntyre, 663 Broadway, respectfully informs his friends and the public, that this is the last week in the city. Are who are desirous of having a likeness taken by him, must call before 1st July. His specimens are not yet all disposed of.

1850 July 11. Herald of the Times. (Newport, Rhode Island.) July 11, 1850, Vol. XXI, No. 5, Whole No. 1149, P. 2.

Mr. McIntyre, the distinguished Daguerrian Artist from New York, has arrived and opened his rooms in the building next North of the Ocean House. Mr. M’s pictures are superior to those of any other artist, and so closely resemble a fine painting, that the one is almost as valuable as the other. His pictures have the same life-like and natural expression which you see in the best and most faithful paintings, and are entirely free from that stiffness and dead expression which is so common in most Daguerreotypes. Those who want excellent and very faithful pictures of their friends, in any shape or size, should give him a call.

1850 November 22. Daily Alta California. (San Francisco, California.) November 22, 1850, Vol. 1, No. 294, P. 2.

Per Steamer California…

J. C. McIntyre…

1850 December 16. Daily Alta California. (San Francisco, California.) December 16, 1850, Vol. 2, No. 7, P. 3.

S. C. McIntyre, Surgeon Dentist. Surgeon Dentist. Testimonials from Dr. Brewster, Paris, whom he graduated in 1840, and Dr. Parmly, New York. May be seen at his office, No. 2 Clay st., Dr. Rabe’s Building.

Advertisement ran from December 16, 1850 to January 19, 1851.

1851 January 19. Daily Alta California. (San Francisco, California.) January 19, 1851, Vol. 2, No. 40, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Of San Francisco.—Decidedly the finest thing in the fine arts produced in this city, which we have seen, is a consecutive series of Daguerrean plates, five in number, arranged side by side so as to give a view of our entire city and harbor, the shipping, bay, coast and mountains opposite, islands, dwellings and hills—all embraced between Rincon Point on the right, to the mouth of our beautiful bay on the left, included between lines proceeding from the hills to the west of the city as the point of vision.

This picture, for such it may be termed, although the first attempt, is nearly perfect. It is admirable in execution as well as design. It is intended for the “World’s Industrial Convention” in London. We venture the assertion that nothing there will create greater interest than this specimen of Art among us, exhibiting a perfect idea of the city which of all the world carries with its name abroad more of romance and wonder than any other. It is a picture, too, which cannot be disputed—it carries with it evidence which God himself gives through the unerring light of the world’s great luminary.

The People of Europe have never yet seen a picture of this, to them, most wonderful city. this will tell its own story, and with the sun to testify to its truth, We would suggest that a subscription be raised to out it into a frame equal to its merits, Californian in style and richness, inlaid with native specimens of gold and auriferous quartz. This would make it a perfect gem. The views were taken by Mr. McIntyre of this city. He proposes, if his efforts meet with sufficient encouragement, to finish and furnish duplicates of this excellent and artistical picture to the lovers of art, at one hundred dollars. It may be seen at this office.

1851 January 20. Daily Alta California. (San Francisco, California.) January 20, 1851, Vol. 2, No. 41, P. 2.

The Panorama Of San Francisco.—A large number of gentlemen called at our counting room yesterday to examine Mr. McIntyre’s admirable Daguerreotypic panorama of San Francisco. They all expressed themselves highly pleased with it. It is certainly the only picture of any description ever produced given anything like a correct idea of the extent of our city.

1851 January 28. Daily Alta California. (San Francisco, California.) January 28, 1851, Vol. 2, No. 49, P. 2.

View Of The Plaza.—We are indebted to Doctor S. C. McIntyre for a very spirited and faithful Daguerreotype of the plaza, or Portsmouth Square. It embraces all the buildings from the old adobe to the corner of Kearny and Washington street, including the office of the Alta California. The buildings and figures in the foreground, the background and in fact all the minutiae of the scene is admirably taken. It was executed literally instantaneously. Dr. McI. Is the gentleman who has been engaged in getting up the panorama of San Francisco for the World’s Fair. His picture prove him an adept in the interesting art daguerreotypic.

1851 February 8. Daily Alta California. (San Francisco, California.) February 8, 1851, Vol. 2, No. 60, P. 3.

Protection—For sale, one of Genin’s patent twenty-shooting Rifles. To be seen at the office of S. C. McIntyre, Dr. Rabe’s Building.

1851 September 13. Navada Journal. (Nevada City, California.) September 13, 1851, Vol. 1, No. 41, P. 3.

Dr. McIntyre, Dentist. Office in Nevada City, at Gregory’s Hotel; at Grass Valley, at Peckham’s; at Rough and Ready, at Mrs. Downey’s.

References—Dr. Clark, Dr. Coryell, Dr. Overton,} Nevada, Dr. Robberts, Rough and Ready.

1851 September 13. Navada Journal. (Nevada City, California.) September 13, 1851, Vol. 1, No. 41, P. 3.

Dentistry. S. C. McIntyre respectfully informs the public that he has located himself in Navada, and offers his undivided professional attention in all its branches. From a long experience, and the highest testimonials from Dr. Brewster of Paris, (with whom he graduated) and Dr. Parudy of New York, he hopes to merit public confidence. He proposes visiting Grass Valley and Rough and Ready a few days every month.

All operations warranted.

1852 January 22. Navada Journal. (Nevada City, California.) January 22, 1852, Vol. 1, No. 78, P. 3.

For Sale. Twelve sluice claims ready for work,

One full share in the Ripple Box,

Two shares in the Wisconsin Tunnel,

One share in Orleans Quartz mining Co.

Two share Yuba Quartz mining Co.

Half share Wyoming Quartz mining Co.

One share Ural Quartz mining Co.

Three share Mount Hope Quartz mining Co.

One share Pacific Hill Quartz mining Co.

One share Tehama Quartz mining Co.

One share Stirling Quartz mining Co.

One share Wasson lead

Three share Versailles lead

Two share Phenix lead

Two claims on Union Hill, Grass Valley.

S. C. McIntyre, Agent, at the Gregory House.

1852 February 7. Navada Journal. (Nevada City, California.) February 7, 1852, Vol. 1, No. 83, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. S. C. McIntyre respectfully informs his friends and the public that in a few days he will close his Gallery. All who may wish to have any thing done in his way, will do well to call immediately.

1853 March 18. Navada Journal. (Nevada City, California.) March 18, 1853, Vol. 2, No. 47, P. 3.

Dentistry. Mr. S. C. M’Intyre—Surgeon Dentist. Respectfully returns his sincere thanks to his friends and the public for the liberal patronage he has received. He is prepared to execute and warrant all manner of dental operations, in the best manner, and at the lowest prices. Office at Hodge’s Book Store. Ladies waited on at their residences.

1853 April 8. Nevada Journal. (Nevada City, California.) April 8, 1853, Vol. 2, No. 50, P. 3.

Wyoming Q. M. C. At a meeting of the board of trustees held at the company’s office on the 28th March 1853, an assessment of $25.00 on each half share of stock was called, to be paid in to the Treasurer on or before to 10th April. All delinquent shares will be advertised and sold according to law. S. C. McIntyre.

1853 December 15. Grass Valley Telegraph. (Grass Valley, California.) December 15, 1853, Vol. 1, No. 13, P. 3.

Dentistry. Office, United States Hotel,—Nevada City. Dr. S. C. McIntyre, respectfully begs leave to inform his friends and the public that he is now permanently located, for the purpose of practicing in all the branches of his profession…

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

1840-1849 Not listed.

1850 M’Intyre, Samuel C.—daguerrian, 663 Broadway. Published by John Doggett, Jr.

1851 Not listed.

[1] Possible October 27 not 26, 1847.

Leigh, John

March 16, 2026Ambrotypes, Daguerrean Car, Daguerreian Stock and Materials, DaguerreotypesAbbeville South Carolina, Agusta Georgia, Ambrotypist, Daguerrean Car, Daguerreian Materials, Daguerreotypist, Edgefield South Carolina, John Leigh, Leigh & Chalmers, Leigh & Tucker, Leigh tucker & Perkins, New Orleans Louisianapioneeramericanphotographers

1849 Mansion House, Augusta, Georgia.

1849 Address Unknown, New Orleans, Louisiana.

1849 Address Unknown, Abbeville, South Carolina.

1850 Spann’s Hotel, Edgefield, South Carolina.[1]

1850-1852 Metcalf’s New Building, Opposite Masonic Hall, Augusta, Georgia.

1851 Rooms at the Spann Hotel, Edgefield, South Carolina.

1853 Address Unknown, Edgefield, South Carolina.

1854-1855 Address Unknown, Edgefield, South Carolina.

1856 Public Square, Edgefield, South Carolina.

1856 Address Unknown, Augusta, Georgia.

1857 In front of the Odd Fellows & Masonic Building, Edgefield, South Carolina.

1857 Address Unknown, Edgefield, South Carolina.

1858 Address Unknown, Edgefield, South Carolina.

1858 Address Unknown, Abbeville, South Carolina.

1849 February 6. Daily Chronicle & Sentinel. (Augusta, Georgia.) February 6, 1849, Vol. XIII, No. 32, P. 3.

Last Call. Those Who Wish their lineaments portrayed in life-like colors, that will never fade,

We bid you come, and we will give the hue

Which future ages shall admiring view—

And all for two dollars. Call soon at Leigh & Co.’s. Daguerrean Rooms, Mansion House, and secure the shadow, ere the substance fades. Our stay will be limited to only a few days longer. Come and come quick. Leigh & Co.

Advertisement ran from February 6 to 17, 1849.

1849 July 21. The Abbeville Banner. (Abbeville, South Carolina.) July 21, 1849, Vol. VI, No. 18, P. 3.

Leigh’s Beautiful; Daguerreotype. Mr. Leigh (Late of New Orleans) respectfully announces to the ladies and gentlemen of Abbeville and vicinity that he is now ready for the reception of company and those wishing a fine likeness and a highly finished picture of themselves or friends would do well to embrace this opportunity, as another so favorable may not soon offer.

Mr. L.’s stay will be limited as other engagements will soon call him hence.

Ladies will find it would add much to their Pictures to dress in black or colored dresses. July 6, 1849.

1850 December 21. Daily Chronicle & Sentinel. (Augusta, Georgia.) December 21, 1850, Vol. XIV, No. 302, P. 2.

Premium Daguerreotypes.—Messrs Leigh & Tucker, grateful for patronage received the past season, beg leave to inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Augusta and vicinity, that as soon as their new Daguerreotype rooms can be completed in the new building now being erected by Mr. Metcalf, opposite the Masonic Hall, they will be prepared (assisted by one of the first artists of New York) to wait upon all who may wish their Premium Sky-light Daguerreotypes. Their Rooms are being arranged expressly for their business, and will afford superior facilities; and they flatter themselves that all will be pleased with the style, beauty, and finish of their pictures.

Advertisement ran from December 21, 1850 to January 17, 1851.

1851 February 6. Edgefield Advertiser. (Edgefield, South Carolina.) February 6, 1851, Vol. XVI, No. 3, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes. Those who wish an excellent thing of this sort, would do well to call at Mr. Leigh’s rooms in the Spann Hotel. We direct attention to his advertisement. He is a South Carolinian by birth, and, beyond doubt, calculated to come up to his promises.

1851 February 6. Edgefield Advertiser. (Edgefield, South Carolina.) February 6, 1851, Vol. XVI, No. 3, P. 3.

Premium Daguerreotypes! Mr. Leigh of the firm of Leigh & Tucker, Augusta, Ga., whose Pictures was awarded the first Premium at the State Fair of Georgia, would respectfully announce to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Edgefield and vicinity, that he has taken rooms at the Spann Hotel, and would be pleased to wait on all that may favor him with their patronage.

Advertisement ran from February 6 to May 15, 1851.

1851 April 18. Daily Chronicle & Sentinel. (Augusta, Georgia.) April 18, 1851, Vol. XV, No. 9, P. 3.

Premium Daguerrean Gallery. Messrs. Leigh, Tucker & Perkins would respectfully announce to the citizens of Augusta, and vicinity, that their new and splendid Picture Gallery is now open for the reception of visitors. By the aid of our greatly improved Sky-Light, we can produce a style of Daguerreotypes, unequalled by any that have ever before been offered in this city. We would call attention, particularly to the specimens of our style of fine, large head. Those are numerous other specimens of the Art, the Ladies and Gentlemen are cordially invited to call and examine, at our Rooms in Metcalf’s new Iron Front Building, opposite the Masonic Hall.

Daguerreotype Stock and Instruments for sale at reduced prices.

Advertisement was recorded between April 18 to June 29, 1851.

1851 May 29. Edgefield Advertiser. (Edgefield, South Carolina.) May 29, 1851, Vol. XVI, No. 19, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Car. Mr. Leigh the Daguerreotypist, who has been for some time occupying rooms in the Spann Hotel at this place, has had a Daguerrean Car constructed at the carriage-manufactory of our enterprising townsman, Mr. Abner Bushnell. It is indeed an admirably arranged and elegantly finished thing, reflecting credit upon those who devised as well as those who built it. We doubt if a neater or more convenient specimen of the kind, has yet been made. Its advantages for the business are manifest. Having lights at the sides, and a sky light which can be regulated easily according to the judgment of the artist, the precise degree of light can be readily attained. In travelling, pictures can be produced without the delay and trouble usually required to make the necessary arrangements. Here is always an elegant little saloon, with velvet-cushioned seats, and silk curtains, ready fixed and exactly adapted to the purpose of operating speedily and successfully. The establishment, although very large and commodious, can be easily drawn by four horses, over any ordinary road. Its entire cost (with harness) is near $1000, and the whole affair is one of those daily increasing proofs, that “some things can be done well as others,” even in the back country of ours.

The front of the car is ornamented with a landscape view, and from the top arises a beautiful vari-colored stain banner, a fit ensign of the taste exhibited below.

We wish for Mr. Leigh, whose sojourn here has won for him the respect of our community, many a pleasant and profitable jaunt in his travelling gallery. The present is Car, No. 2, of the firm of Leigh & Tucker. In their No. 1, the pictures were taken, that bore off the premium at the Georgia exhibition. In their No. 2, others may be taken, that will win the prize at the next annual fair of the South Carolina Institute. We will see.

1852 January 1. Daily Chronicle & Sentinel. (Augusta, Georgia.) January 1, 1851, Vol. XVI, No. 1, P. 1.

Leigh, Tucker & Perkins’ Improved Sky Light Daguerrean Gallery.—The Pictures now being taken at this establishment, by the aid of an entirely new Apparatus and Sky Light, arranged expressly for the purpose, are pronounced by all superior to any that have ever been offered in this city.

We have just received a new stock, consisting of every variety of plain and fancy cases, into which Pictures will be inserted in the neatest and most caring manner.

Particular care will be bestowed on the arrangementbof Family Groups, and to the attitudes of single Pictures.

A general assortment of Plates, Cases, Polishing Materials, &c., constantly on hand for sale. o11.

Advertisement was recorded between January 1 to June 29, 1852.

1853 March 9. Edgefield Advertiser. (Edgefield, South Carolina.) March 9, 1853, Vol. XVIII, No. 8, P. 2.

Mr. Leigh would respectfully announce to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Edgefield and vicinity that he is fitting up a New Car, and will be ready in a few days to offer to them a New and Superior Style of Pictures! having an advantage of a recent improvement in the finish and polish of the Plate, he feels confident that he will be able to offer to them a very Superior Picture.

He has also made arrangements for an instrument, by which he will be enabled to take Pictures of Children in the short time of one second. J. Leigh.

Advertisement ran from March 9 to April 6, 1853.

1853 July 6. Edgefield Advertiser. (Edgefield, South Carolina.) July 6, 1853, Vol. XVIII, No. 25, P. 1.

Leigh’s Beautiful Daguerreotypes, Mr. Leigh would respectfully announce to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Edgefield and vicinity, that he is now ready to serve all that may be desirous of obtaining one or more of his Unrivalled Daguerreotypes.

Mr. L. is prepared to take any of the different styles of Pictures the Art is capable of.

Ladies will find that black or dark dressing will add much to the beauty of the Picture. May 1.

Advertisement ran from July 6, 1853 to February 1, 1854.

1854 November 16. Edgefield Advertiser. (Edgefield, South Carolina.) November 16, 1854, Vol. XIX, No. 44, P. 3.

The Daguerrean Car, Mr. Leigh would respectfully announce to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Edgefield and vicinity that he will be ready by Monday the 20^th inst., to furnish all that may favor him with a call, with a Correct Daguerreotype Likeness, in any of the different styles they may desire.

November 16, 1854 to January 24, 1855.

1856 October 9. Daily Chronicle & Sentinel. (Augusta, Georgia.) October 9, 1856, Vol. XX, No. 241, P. 2.

Pictures! Pictures!!—Run to the Chalmers Daguerrean Gallery, and get a first rate Ambrotype for one dollar.

Photographs taken in superior style. Call and examine specimens.

All kinds of Ambrotype Goods for sale—Sensitive Collodeon [sic.]—a number one article manufactured by ourselves, always on hand fresh. Leigh & Chalmers.

1856 November 12. Edgefield Advertiser. (Edgefield, South Carolina.) November 12, 1856, Vol. XXI, No. 44, P. 2.

Leigh & Co.’s. Ambrotype Car. This beautiful and most complete Car is now on our Public Square, under the management of Mr. A. T. Lyon, a skillful artist, and one well prepared to take Ambrotypes of every description in a style second to none. We bespeak for Mr. Lyon an extensive patronage, first because he is a native of our Town, and secondly, because his specimens of Ambrotypes are highly creditable to any one. See advertisement in another column.

1857 April 15. Edgefield Advertiser. (Edgefield, South Carolina.) April 15, 1857, Vol. XXII, No. 14, P. 2.

Serious Loses By Fire. On Sunday morning last, about day-break, Mr. John M. Whitt’s Machine and Cabinet Shop, in this place, was discovered to be in flames past all possibility of being saved. The fire rapidly spread to his Steam-mill adjoining, and to the Coach Manufactory and Black-Smith shops of Mr. John Leigh; also on the other side, to a cottage building occupied by Mr. Stanmore B. Griffin. All of these were entirely consumed, together with a large portion of their contents. The loss in machinery and tools of all kinds was very severe Messrs. Leigh, Witt, Griffin, Riddell, Covar, Paul and Hurlbut being the sufferers. Some of them lost their entire implements of trade. The whole loss is estimated at about twenty-five thousand dollars, and no insurance. Messrs. Leigh and Witt are the principle losers their damages being reckoned by them at a sum not short of twenty thousand dollars. The fire company was out and all possible exertions made lessen the disaster, which came near at one time being much more extensive. It is not known how the fire originated, but supposed to be the work of an incendiary.

1857 April 29. Edgefield Advertiser. (Edgefield, South Carolina.) April 29, 1857, Vol. XXII, No. 16, P. 2.

Leigh’s Ambrotypes. The Ambrotypes, now being taken by Mr. Leigh in his Car, are pronounced the very best that have yet been exhibited here. Mr. Leigh, our readers know, suffered a heavy loss by the late fire. We suggest that there is a way here to help him in his difficulties and get full value received for the kind act. Sit for one of his very beautiful ambrotype likenesses. It will be a favor to the worthy operator and a gratification to yourself. The car stands in front of the Odd Fellows & Masonic Building.

1857 May 27. Edgefield Advertiser. (Edgefield, South Carolina.) May 27, 1857, Vol. XXII, No. 20, P. 2.

Absent. Mr. John Leigh requests us to state that he is necessarily compelled to be absent from the Village and his Ambrotype Car until Monday next. All in want of fac simile Ambrotypes will therefore not call until next week when they can be accommodated “pretty briefly,” and in a satisfactory manner.

1857 July 8. Edgefield Advertiser. (Edgefield, South Carolina.) July 8, 1857, Vol. XXII, No. 26, P. 3.

The Car Is Off! The Subscriber respectfully informs his friends and all indebted to him for Ambrotypes, that he will positively leave Edgefield in a few days, and they are particularly requested to call and settle without delay. John Leigh.

1858 March 17. Edgefield Advertiser. (Edgefield, South Carolina.) March 17, 1858, Vol. XXIII, No. 10, P. 2.

Mr. Leigh’s Daguerrean Car left yesterday and will be located for a short time at Mr. Carson Warren’s. Thence it will proceed towards the Ridge.

1858 December 10. The Independent Press. (Abbeville, South Carolina.) December 10, 1858, Vol. 6, No. 32, Whole No. 292, P. 2.

Ambrotypes. We are requested by Mr. Leigh, the well known Ambrotypist, to say that he will be in our village in the course of 10 or 15 days, and will than give our citizens the opportunity of obtaining Ambrotype Likenesses finished on the highest Style of his art.

Mr. Leigh is an Artist of peculiar aptitude for his profession, and from his long experience has established a high character as a proficient in his art.

[1] Partners with the Sun South Carolina Photographers 1840-1940. P. 74.

Hildreth, C.

October 12, 2025Daguerreian Stock and MaterialsBurlington Vermont, C. Hildreth, Daguerreian Materialspioneeramericanphotographers

1850 Church Street, Burlington, Vermont.

1850 May 30. St. Albans Messenger. (St. Albans, Vermont.) May 30, 1850, Vol. 13, No. 651, P. 3.

A large Stock of Goods At Burlington, VT. Selling off cheap for Cash. J. E. Brinsmaid, W. B. Brinsmaid, C. Hildreth.

Preparatory to rebuilding our store intending to devote our whole attention to the Watch and Jewelry business, we offer our large and beautiful assortment of Clocks, Parlor, hall and store Lamps, Plated and Britania Goods, Silk, Umbrellas, Canes, Willow Ware.

Daguerreotype Goods, Perfumery, fine Cutlery, Musical Instruments, Rifles, Guns, Pistols, Fishing Tackle ad sporting goods. Together with our extensive assortment of Fancy Goods, at very low prices, many goods at and below cost, intending to clear them out so as not to have to remove them. In the line of goods, such as we intend to continue the sale of, we have laid in a fine stock, which we will sell at reduced prices, on the ‘nimble sixpence’ principle.

We have now and shall keep a good stock of cheap Silver and Gold Watches, as low to say the least, as can be had anywhere, as well as higher priced ones. Our stock of Jewelry and Silver Ware is very full and complete, and quite low.

100 gross Daguerreotype Plates and Cases at low prices.

Genuine Star plates, 40 at [$22] per gross, $1.75 per doz. Watches for $3, $5, and $6½; Lepies and levers for ten and twelve dollars, Gold watches for $20 and %25, and upwards. Particular attention given to Watch repairing. Brinsmaid, Brother, & Co. J. E. Brinsmaid, W. B. Brinsmaid, C. Hildreth. Church street, Burlington.

Advertisement was recorded from May 30 to June 13, 1850.

1850 May 31. Vermont Centinel. (Burlington, Vermont.) May 31, 1850, Vol. XXXIX, No. 36, P. 3.

Selling Off! No Credit. Being tired of selling goods on credit, we from this time abandon it entirely, and will sell our stock off at such very low prices as will insure all to buy who wish to use or sell or give them away.

100 gross Daguerreotype Plates and Cases at low prices.

Genuine Star plates, 40 at [$22] per gross, $1.75 per doz. Watches for $3, $5, and $6½; Lepies and levers for ten and twelve dollars, Gold watches for $20 and $25, and upwards. Particular attention given to Watch repairing. Brinsmaid, Brother, & Co. J. E. Brinsmaid, W. B. Brinsmaid, C. Hildreth. Church street, Burlington.

Advertisement was recorded from May 31 to July 12, 1850.

Note:

It is unknown if there is a connection with Caroline Hildreth, who is recorder in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry as an Artist. Caroline is recorded in The New York Historical Society’s Dictionary Of Artist In America 1564-1860. Hildreth, Mrs. Richard, see Caroline Negus. (1814-1867) Miniaturist and crayon artist, Boston, 1844-1856. She was a daughter of Joel Negus, a sister of Nathan and Joseph Negus, and an Aunt of George and Augustus Fuller. She married Richard Hildreth (1807-1865), the noted historian…

Han, Edward

October 2, 2025Daguerreian Stock and MaterialsDaguerreian Materials, Edward Han, New York Citypioneeramericanphotographers

1840-1842 14 Cedar, New York, New York.[1]

1843-1847 20 Liberty Street, New York, New York.¹

1844-1846 18 & 20 Liberty Street, New York, New York.

1849-1857 23 Liberty Street, New York, New York.¹

1858-1859 43 Liberty Street, New York, New York.¹

1844 September 4. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) September 4, 1844, Vol. X, No. 246, Whole No. 3846, P. 3.

Jet Buttons, Cut Bugles, Etc. Daguerreotype Materials—Genuine Cologne Water—Agate Stones—Fancy Goods, &c.—For sale by Edw. Hen, 18 & 19 Liberty street, up stairs.

Homoeopathic medicines imported to order.

1844 November 7. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) November 7, 1844, Vol. X, No. 308, Whole No. 3908, P. 3.

Jet Buttons, Daguerreotype Plates And Instruments, German Slates, Lead Pencils, Segar Cases, Tobacco Boxes, Pipes, &c. French China, plain and gilt—and a variety of other French and German goods. For sale by Edward Hen, Importer, 18 & 19 Liberty street.

Advertisement ran from November 7 to December 3, 1844.

1844 December 6. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) December 6, 1844, Vol. X, No. 337, Whole No. 3937, P. 3.

Jet And Fancy Bead Goods. The subscriber has recently received from one of the first houses in Paris, a new and select assortment of Ladies’ Head-ornaments, for balls and soirees; Combs, Breast and Hair Pins, Necklaces, Bracelets of various kinds, Seal and velvet Bags. Also, a new style of Satin Buttons and Pins, not imported heretofore.

Daguerreotype Plates, &c. for sale. E. Hen, Importer, 18 and 20 Liberty st., up stairs.

Advertisement ran from December 6, 1844 to January 21, 1845.

1845 March 20. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) March 20, 1845, Vol. XI, No. 78, Whole No. 4040, P. 4.

Jet And Horn Buttons, Of all sizes—Bugles, Beads; Hair, Shawl and Breast Pins, Bracelets, bead Bags, Hair Ornaments, &c.

Daguerreotype Plates and Instruments, French China Vases. Also, Plain White China. For sale by Edward Hen, Importer, 18 & 20 Liberty street.

Advertisement ran from March 20 to April 28, 1845.

1846 March 2. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) March 2, 1846, Vol. XII, No. 60, Whole No. 4273, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Plates. 1000 Entire Plates of the well known Star brand, French.

500 do do extra good, 40yhs do

250 do do do 30ths do

100 do do do 10ths do

Chemicals, cases, Stamped Frames, &c. Also, a nice lot of Osmium D’Iridium, for Gold Pen Points by Edward Hen, 18 and 20 Liberty street.

1846 June 22. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) June 22, 1846, Vol. XI, No. 172, Whole No. 4395, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Plates. 1.000 Entire Plates, from different French manufacturers, amongst which are the well-known Star brand, just received.

Also, Morocco Cases, stamped Frames, &c.

Also, Steel Beads, Bag Clasps, Steel and Jet Buttons, &c., &c., and for sale by Edward Hen, Importer of French and German Goods, 18 and 20 Liberty street.

Advertisement ran from June 22 to July 1, 1846.

1840. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1840/1841, Thomas Longworth, Publisher.

Han, Augustus F. T.—importers—14 Cedar.

Han, Edward—importers—14 Cedar.

1841. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1841/1842, Thomas Longworth, Publisher.

Han, Augustus F. T.—importers—14 Cedar.

Han, Edward—importers—14 Cedar.

1842. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1842/1843, Thomas Longworth, Publisher.

Han, Augustus F. T.—importers—14 Cedar.

Han, Edward—importers—14 Cedar.

1843. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1843/1844, John Doggett, Publisher.

Han, Augustus F. T.—importers—20 Liberty.

Han, Edward—importers—20 Liberty.

1844. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1844/1845, John Doggett, Publisher.

Han, Augustus F. T.—importers—20 Liberty.

Han, Edward—importers—20 Liberty.

1845. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1845/1846, John Doggett, Publisher.

Han, Augustus F. T.—importers—20 Liberty.

Han, Edward—importers—20 Liberty.

1846. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1846/1847, John Doggett, Publisher.

Han, Augustus F. T.—importers—20 Liberty.

Han, Edward—importers—20 Liberty.

1847. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1847/1848, John Doggett, Publisher.

Han, Augustus F. T.—importers—20 Liberty.

Han, Edward—importers—20 Liberty.

1848. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1848/1849, John Doggett, Publisher.

Han, Augustus F. T.—Not Listed.

Han, Edward—Not Listed

1849. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1849/1850, John Doggett, Publisher.

Han, Augustus F. T.—importers—23 Liberty.

Han, Edward—importers—23 Liberty.

1850. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1850/1851, John Doggett, Publisher.

Han, Augustus F. T.—Not Listed.

Han, Edward—importers—23 Liberty.

1851. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1851/1852, Doggett & Rode, Publishers.

Han, Edward—importers—23 Liberty.

1852. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1852/1853, John Fowler Trow, Publisher.

Han, Edward—imp. Fancy goods, guns, cutlery &c.—23 Liberty.

1853. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1853/1854, John Fowler Trow, Publisher.

Han, Edward—imp. Fancy goods, guns, cutlery &c.—23 Liberty.

1854. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1854/1855, John Fowler Trow, Publisher.

Han, Edward—imp.—23 Liberty.

1855. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1855/1856, John Fowler Trow, Publisher.

Han, Edward—importer of French & German fancy goods, also smokers’ articles, clay pipes of all kinds real and imitation meerschaums, hookas and other Turkish water pipes, adapted for one or more smokers, amber Meerschaums, horn and china segar tubes, tobacco & snuff boxes, segar cases, matches, Turkish Tobacco, walking canes, show figures, Indians, &c., &c. 23 Liberty.

1856. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1856/1857, John Fowler Trow, Publisher.

1857. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1857/1858, John Fowler Trow, Publisher.

1858. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1858/1859, John Fowler Trow, Publisher.

Han, Edward—43 Liberty. importer of French & German fancy goods, also smokers’ articles, clay pipes of all kinds real and imitation meerschaums, hookas and other Turkish water pipes,

1859. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1859/1860, John Fowler Trow, Publisher.

Han, Edward—imp. of meerschaums pipes & segar holders, Turkish water pipes, & clay pipes of all kinds, Turkish & German tobaccos, 43 Liberty.

[1] New York City Directories.

Heath & Brother

September 28, 2025Daguerreian Stock and MaterialsAllen S. Heath, Ashel H. Heath, Daguerreian Materials, Daguerreotype Chemicals, Heath & Brother, New York Citypioneeramericanphotographers

1855 324 Broadway, New York, New York.

1855 April 23. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) April 23, 1855, Whole No. 6814, P. 7.

Pure French, English And American Photographic chemicals.—Heath & Brother, No. 324 Broadway, (entrance in the cutlery store,) manufacture photographic daguerreotype and other pure chemicals and apparatus. For purity and beauty their chemicals are not surpassed; as a proof the sets of gold are fully equal to the French, as they have an experienced French chemist, who has for the past six years, devoted his entire time to the manufacture of these chemicals in Paris. Being also practical operators in all the processes of photography, we are enabled to offer operators collodian iodized that will work uniformly, and in from five to thirty seconds, according to the wish of the artist. Also, electric plating chemicals.

New York City Directories.

1853. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1853/1854, Published by John Fowler Trow.

Heath, A. H.—h-42 E. 25th.

Heath, A. S.—Not Listed.

1854. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1854/1855 Published by John Fowler Trow.

Heath, A. H.—Imp., 482 Park—h-42 E. 25th.

Heath, A. S.—Aurist & Oculist, 60 White—h-97 Willoughby, Brooklyn.

Heath & Simpson—Manuf. & Imps of cutlery, guns &c., 2 Platt.

1855. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1855/1856, Published by John Fowler Trow.

Heath, A. H.—Cutlery, 324 Broadway—h-42 E. 25th.

Heath, Allen S.—Physician, 324 Broadway—h-112 Thompson.

Heath & Simpson—Manufactures & importers of cutlery, 324 Broadway.

Heath & Brother—Photographic Chemicals & materials, etc., 324 Broadway.

1856. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1856/1857, Published by John Fowler Trow.

Heath, A. H.—Exchange, 101 Spring—h-42 E. 25th.

Heath, A. S.—Physician and operating surgeon—h & office 101 Spring, opposite St. Nicholas Hotel.

1857. New York City Directory. (New York, New York.) 1857/1858, Published by John Fowler Trow.

Heath, Ashel—com., 101 Spring—h-42 E. 25th.

Heath, A. S.—Physician, 101 Spring.

Hart, Charles S.

August 30, 2025Ambrotypes, Daguerreian Stock and Materials, Daguerreotypes, PhotographsAmbrotypist, C. P. Westcott, Charles S. Hart, Daguerreian Materials, Daguerreotypist, Hart & Fowler, Hart & Hose, Photographer, Watertown New Yorkpioneeramericanphotographers

1856-1860 13 & 15 Paddock’s Arcade, Watertown, New York.

1856 July 17. The New York Reformer. (Watertown, New York.) July 17, 1856, Vol. VI, No. 47, P. 2.

Westcott’s Daguerrean Gallery!! Still Takes The Lead, No.’s 13 and 15 Paddock’s Arcade. Hart & Hose. (Successors to C. P. Westcott,) Are now operating in this extensive gallery, and continue to gain the confidence and approbation of the public, by furnishing those unequalled pictures, such as Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, Photographs And Micas, From the smallest to the largest size Photographs, in Oil Colors, Water Colors, and plain. A large assortment of Gold Lockets, Cameras, Frames, cases, Plates, Chemicals, Apparatus, &c., Wholesale & Retail.

Advertisement ran from July 17, 1856 to April 9, 1857.

1856 October 2. The New York Reformer. (Watertown, New York.) October 2, 1856, Vol. VII, No. 6, P. 1.

Jefferson County Fair….Premiums Awarded September 1856….Discretionary…Class 33.—Pictures Of All Kinds….

Daguerreotypes and Ambrotypes, Hart & Hose, Watertown, Dip. & $2.00

1857 April 16. The New York Reformer. (Watertown, New York.) April 16, 1857, Vol. VII, No. 34, P. 3.

He Didn’t Read The Papers! No, Indeed! Or Else He Never Would have gone anywhere else, but to Hart & Hose’s Premium Picture Gallery, Arcade, No.’s 13 & 15, where he can get those unequalled Pictures, such as Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Ambrographs, and Photographs.

Give us a call, and satisfy yourselves of what we say. Advice Gratis!

Read the papers, particularly our advertisement in another column. Hart & Hose.

Advertisement ran from April 16 to July 23, 1857.

1857 April 16. The New York Reformer. (Watertown, New York.) April 16, 1857, Vol. VII, No. 34, P. 3.

Pictures taken in this Gallery are acknowledged by all who have seen them to be unsurpassed in the world. No Pains or expense has been spared in fitting this establishment for the production of Daguerreotypes in the best style and finish the Art is capable of producing, Pictures taken at all hours of the day, equally well in cloudy weather by a new And beautiful invention of a Quick Worker, which takes a picture in less than half the time of any ordinary instrument now in use, and the only one in use in the county. Photographs in Oil Colors, Water Colors and Plain! A large Assortment of Gold Lockets, Cameras, Frames Cases, Plates, Chemicals, Apparatus, &c. Wholesale and Retail.

Our rooms are the most pleasantly located in the State. They are richly furnished, easy of access, and we always satisfy our customers, in quality of Pictures and the prices we charge Our aim is To Please.

The reputation of our Gallery for taking Beautiful and life-like Pictures, is not surpassed, and it shall be our endeavor to increase it. We were awarded the First Premium, a Silver Medal and Diploma, at the last State Fair, on our Pictures.

Give us a Call, and Satisfy Yourselves of what we say. Hart & Hose.

Advertisement ran from April 16 to September 24, 1857.

1857 June 25. The New York Reformer. (Watertown, New York.) June 25, 1857, Vol. VII, No. 44, P. 2.

In Summer Rig.—Messrs. Hart & Hose, successors in Westcott’s Daguerrean Gallery have recently refitted, and re-furnished their rooms in a most elegant and tasteful manner. Their parlor rivals in furniture and decorations the best mansions in our mist. They are all ready for calls.

1857 July 16. The New York Reformer. (Watertown, New York.) July 16, 1857, Vol. VII, No. 47, P. 2.

Beautiful Present.—Messrs. Hart & Hose of the Daguerrean Gallery in the Arcade, have presented Jefferson Hose Co. No. 3, with a beautiful Ambrotype of the Company in uniform. With such skill and success is the picture taken, that nearly every member in the Company can be recognized in the picture.

The plate was beautifully framed and made a present to the Company.

1857 October 1. The New York Reformer. (Watertown, New York.) October 1, 1857, Vol. VIII, No. 6, P. 1.

Jefferson County Agricultural Society. Premiums Awarded…Pictures…

Best Specimens Daguerreotypes, Hart & Hose, Watertown, Dip. $1.00.

2d Best Specimens Daguerreotypes, Thos. Waite, Pamelia, book.

Best Specimens Photographs, Hart & Hose, Watertown, Dip. & $1.00.

2d Best Specimens Photographs, G. S. Rugg, Watertown, book.

Miss Alice Smith, Watertown, recommended, $3.00.

Hart & Hose, Watertown, recommended, $2.00

Those recommend a discretionary premium of $3.00 to No. 207 for best Ambrotypes, also one of $2.00 to No. 65 for 2d best Ambrotypes.

The committee would recommend that, at the next annual exhibition there be one premium for the best ambrotypes and one for the 2d best, and also a premium for the best ambrotype views. A large portion of the pictures exhibited were of this character, and as they form a very interesting part of the exhibition the committee have recommended premiums to be given, and that greater inducement be offered by the society hereafter for the exhibition of specimens of art. E. Q. Sewall, T. C. Chittenden, Jr., E. H. Smith, Judges.

1858 April 8. The New York Reformer. (Watertown, New York.) April 8, 1858, Vol. VIII, No. 33, P. 2.

Beautiful Pictures. At the gallery of Messrs. Hart & Hose, in the Arcade, Messrs. S. J. Fowler and hart are producing some of the best toned pictures we have ever seen. They are making Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, Photographs and Hallotypes of the very finest tone and finish. In the Photographs, Mr. Fowler possesses rare skill, and brings out a splendid picture.

The Hallotype is a new thing. It is a combination of two photographs, one of which is transparent, and through which the other is seen. This surpasses in softness of tone and in freshness of coloring, all the pictures we have seen produced by the Daguerrean art.—By turning to the Advertisement of Messrs. Hart & Fowler, the reader may see more in detail, the afforded at their gallery.

1858 April 8. The New York Reformer. (Watertown, New York.) April 8, 1858, Vol. VIII, No. 33, P. 2.

Spring Arrangement. Pictures For The Million! The old Arcade Gallery still takes the lead. Hart & Fowler Having Entered Into and arrangement for the purpose of making all kinds of Life-like Likenesses at the old stand of Hart & Hose, beg leave to say to all the good people hereabouts that they are now prepared to furnish all who may want them with Photographs, Ambrotypes or Daguerreotypes In the very best style of the art. Mr. Fowler having lately been to the city, where he has spent three months with some of the best Photographers for the purpose of learning to make that much-admired style of Portraiture, and, in addition to three years experimenting heretofore, now feels confident that he can suit the most fastidious.

Mr. F. will devote his time to the making of Photographs, and Mr. Hart will attend to the Ambrotype and Daguerreotype Department, wherein his skill and taste stand unrivaled in Northern New York. By this arrangement we shall be enabled to keep all branches up to perfection.

We are weekly receiving, direct from the manufacturer, all the latest styles of Cases, Frames, &c.

Call and see us before getting your work done elsewhere, as we are sure we can suit you as to quality or price.

Advertisement ran from April 8 to June 10, 1858.

1858 July 1. The New York Reformer. (Watertown, New York.) July 1, 1858, Vol. VIII, No. 45, P. 3.

Hart & Hose Nos. 13 and 15, Over the Post Office, Arcade.

Photographs By Hart & Hose (Total of 20 times, repeated)

Ambrotypes By Hart & Hose (Total of 20 times, repeated)

Melanotypes By Hart & Hose (Total of 20 times, repeated)

Daguerreotypes By Hart & Hose (Total of 20 times, repeated)

Cheap As Any In Town (Total of 20 times, repeated)

1858 September 23. The New York Reformer. (Watertown, New York.) September 23, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 5, P. 2.

Messrs. Hart & Hose have our thanks for a beautiful photograph of Wm. E. Everett, chief engineer of the Atlantic Telegraph Company.

1858 September 30. The New York Reformer. (Watertown, New York.) September 30, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 6, P. 2.

Jefferson Co. Agricult’l Society. Award of Premiums. September 23, 1858….Pictures…

Best specimen of Ambrotypes, Hart & Hose, Watertown……….dip. and $1.00

Best specimen of melainotypes, Hart & Hose, Watertown……….dip. and $1.00

Best specimen of Daguerreotypes, Hart & Hose, Watertown……dip. and $1.00

Best specimen of photographs, Hart & Hose, Watertown………..dip. and $1.00

2d Best specimen of photographs, Hart & Hose, Watertown…….book

1858 November 18. The New York Reformer. (Watertown, New York.) November 18, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 13, P. 3.

Independent Candidates. At the earnest solicitation of our numerous friends and patrons, and after due consideration of the responsibility of such an undertaking, we have concluded to offer ourselves as candidates for the honor of representing the Twenty-third District in the Great Convention Of Fine Arts to assemble at Paris in 1860.

In asking the support of the voters of this district, we beg leave to say that Ladies, Gentlemen and Children are voters for this great object, and that the votes of all such will be received from this time to the 1^st July, 1860. A true picture in Ambrotype, Daguerreotype, or Photograph, in any size or style, will be given to each voter as a receipt for their votes. Our platform is—Truth, Beauty, Neatness, Despatch and Economy, and all pictures guaranteed as represented. Hart & Hose, Arcade Gallery.

Advertisement ran from November 18, 1858 to January 20, 1859.

1859 January 27. The New York Reformer. (Watertown, New York.) January 27, 1859, Vol. IX, No. 23, P. 3.

Hart & Hose, (repeated a total of four times.)

Nos. 13 & 15, (repeated a total of four times.)

Paddock’s Arcade, Watertown, (repeated a total of four times.)

Have The Best (repeated a total of four times.)

Sky-Light And Rooms (repeated a total of four times.)

In The World (repeated a total of four times.)

Don’t Go Home Without Your Picture (repeated a total of four times.)

Taken At (repeated a total of four times.)

Hart & Hose’s.

Advertisement ran from January 27 to September 22, 1859.

1859 May 12. The New York Reformer. (Watertown, New York.) May 12, 1859, Vol. IX, No. 38, P. 2.

—Fine Daguerreotypes. Messrs. Hart & Hose are still unsurpassed in turning out pictures that are fine of fine quality, and true to nature.

1859 August 11. The New York Reformer. (Watertown, New York.) August 11, 1859, Vol. IX, No. 51, P. 3.

Don’t Read This!

Hart & Hose, Daguerreans.

Throughout the world this fact now stands approved

That minds of men by reason must be moved;

That sense asserts her sway—controls the crowd

And tho’ her voice be neither high nor loud,

Speaks strongly for the beat, the just, the true,

And leads mankind to do what they should do.

Thus scanning o’er the columns of this paper—

News, advertisements, and “poetic vapor.”

Strayed, stolen, lost, and piles of “local lore,”

Or new subscribers wished—a thousand more,

Dry Goods and Groceries, Boots and Shoes and duns

And fathers shirking debts of sprightly “sons,”

All meet the eye for one ephemeral day,

To pass forever from our sight away;

No trace remains—no precious prize at hand,

Swept the next moment to oblivion’s land.

Thus are the mass—but one dear sport remains

A welcome print—a panacea for pains.

It tells a fact that everybody knows,

That wond’rous are the works of Hart & Hose.

Wond’rous Daguerreotypes—highest works of art,

Whose execution conquers every heart,

Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, and Photographs in number

Before whose merits other artist slumber.

Pictures of all kinds, taken great or small,

From $5.00 down to just nothing at all,

And cases from which you never refuse

To be suited—that is if you are willing to choose;

They are willing and ready to give every one,

A picture of parent, daughter or son,

Or sweet hearts, or cousins, or nieces or aunts,

Provided you’ll only just give them a chance,

And give them a little to pay for the stock—

If you don’t you’ll give them a terrible shock,—

And that’s a bad give which you’d much better keep.

If you wish on your pillows in quite sleep.

Most tastefully dressed in the choicest of cases,

They’ll cheerfully put your good natured faces,

And Time before whom we mortals turn gray,

Can never seduce their bright freshness away.

The years may grow many, and you may grow old,

But your pictures will live just as clear and bold

As on that blest day when to guard against woes

At the Daguerrean Gallery of Hart & Hose,

(Number 13 and 15 in Paddock’s Arcade.)

A brief, hasty visit you carelessly paid.

Pray give us a call—we endeavor to please,

And we honestly believe we can do so with ease.

Satisfaction we give, or we ask for no pay,

And with this we will bid you a hearty good day.

1859 November 17. The New York Reformer. (Watertown, New York.) November 17, 1859, Vol. X, No. 13, P. 3.

Arcade Daguerrean Gallery, 2^nd Floor, Over Post-Office. Open from 7 ½ o’clock a. m. to 9 p. m. On Exhibition and for sale, every evening until further notice, a new collection of Stereoscopic Pictures and Instruments—new and interesting subjects—such as Views Of Harper’s Ferry, Blonden and DeLave on the Tight Rope, Instantaneous Views of Sloops and Ferry Boats, under Full Sail. Views of the Public Square during the Inflation of the Ill-fated Balloon “Atlantic.” And a Host of other New Pictures, all from life.

Photographs, Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Melainotypes, Made only at this Gallery with perfect success and satisfaction. Having just received New Instruments, with important Improvements, I am bow Better Prepared to make Pictures Inferior To None in Northern New York, as to tone, finish and durability.

Reasons why the arcade Gallery has the Preference:

1. Most attractive and pleasantly furnished.

2. It introduces all New improvements and new styles of cases and Frames.

3. Has no Specimens on Exhibition but what are made at this Gallery.

4. Has the only Sky and Side Light in town.

5. A perfect picture of Groups and difficult subjects cannot be made without the combination of Sky and Side-Lights.

6. The proprietor flatters himself by saying his patience will hold out in taking pictures of difficult subjects and children.

7. None but first-class artists are allowed to operate at this Gallery.

8. Call and satisfy yourself, as I Will Not Be Undersold!

Ladies are particularly invited to examine this stock of Stereoscopic Pictures and Instruments.

N. B. This is the only Gallery where there no Boys employed, or misrepresentations used to attract attention. C. S. Hart, late Hart & Hose.

Advertisement ran from November 17, 1859 to June 14, 1860.

1859 December 8. The New York Reformer. (Watertown, New York.) December 8, 1859, Vol. X, No. 16, P. 2.

—A Speaking Likeness. Many of our friends have flatteringly noticed the splendid large photograph of the Hon. Charles B. Hoard, which we have placed over the desk in our office, and all ask “where was it taken.” Justice to Mr. Hart, whose gallery is in the Arcade, requires us to state thus publicly that it was taken by him with his new, improved large instrument—and he can take others just as good.—For tone, finish, and genuine excellence, his pictures are hard to beat—a fact we have the most ample evidence to sustain. Mr. Hoard’s likeness is one of the very best we ever saw, and delineates, as much as does the countenance of the original, his leading characteristics—undying courage and a will which never is satisfied short of the accomplishment of its desire.

1859 December 15. The New York Reformer. (Watertown, New York.) December 15, 1859, Vol. X, No. 17, P. 2.

—A Genuine Likeness Of John Brown may be seen by calling at Hart’s Gallery in the Arcade, or at Fowler’s Rooms, in Washington Hall Building. They are from a photograph taken of Brown at Winsted, Conn., in 1857, and may be relied on as genuine.

1860 March 15. The New York Reformer. (Watertown, New York.) March 15, 1860, Vol. X, No. 30, P. 2.

Artistic and Beautiful. Hart, of the Arcade Gallery of fine arts, has produced a very attractive collection of faces (photographs), comprising the principal operatives on the Watertown & Rome Railroad, designed as a present by them to Carlos Dutton, esq. late superintendent. The familiar physiognomies are W. H. Briggs, master mechanic, J. S. McBride, track master, R. E. Smiley, freight agent at Rome, N. Hosselton, W. H. Fuller, D. N. Bosworth, F. Estes and C. C. Case, conductors, H. C. Bacon, clerk, H. A. Hatch, J. Graves and S. Bickford, agents. As a testimonial of friendship it is highly appropriate, and the artistic execution is very fine indeed.

1860 May 3. The New York Reformer. (Watertown, New York.) May 3, 1860, Vol. X, No. 37, P. 3.

A card. The Undersigned, proprietor of the Arcade Daguerrean Gallery, would respectfully inform his friends and patrons that there has been no change made in connection with these Rooms by which their reputation is in any degree lessened for making First-Class Pictures of all kinds.

The proprietor has been connected with this establishment for the past eight years, and flatters himself that he can please all who desire good work at low prices. All persons wishing work, will do well to call and examine a New Style of Picture, which is made exclusively at this Gallery. C. S. Hart.

Advertisement ran from May 3 to 24, 1860.

Gurney, Marsh J.

July 28, 2025Ambrotypes, Daguerreian Stock and Materials, Daguerreotypes, PhotographsAmbrotypist, Bisbee & Gurney, Charles E. Johnson, Daguerreian Materials, Daguerreotypist, Franklin Louisiana, Gibbs & Gurney, M. J. & H. D. Gurney, Natchez Mississippi, Pattersonville Louisiana, Photographer, Thibodaux Louisiana, Vicksburg Mississippi, Xenia Ohio, Yazoo City Mississippipioneeramericanphotographers

1850 Rooms in the Melodeon, Xenia, Ohio.

1851-1857 Main & Commerce Streets, over Leahy’s China Store, Natchez, Mississippi.

1851-1852 Opposite the Post Office, over Brown & Johnston, Vicksburg, Mississippi.

1852 Rooms in the Odd Fellows’ Hall, Franklin, Louisiana.

1853 Address unknown, Pattersonville, Louisiana.

1853 Main Street near Jackson, Thibodaux, Louisiana.

1854-1855 Main Street near Jackson, Thibodaux, Louisiana.

1856 Rooms in the Odd Fellows Hall, Yazoo City, Mississippi.

1850 August 15. Xenia Torch-Light. (Xenia, Ohio.) August 15, 1850, Vol. 13, No. 9, Whole No. 633, P. 3.

Now Or Never! Bisbee & Gurney, of Columbus, have opened Daguerreotype Rooms in this place, where they will remain a few days. Persons who would have likenesses taken in their unique style, will please call at the earliest opportunity. All Likenesses taken at their rooms are warranted to be at least fifty per cent finer than any heretofore taken in this place, and not inferior to any taken in America.

Rooms in the Melodeon—Entrance at Bar’s Book Store. Ladies and Gentlemen are requested to call and examine specimens.

1850 September 26. Xenia Torch-Light. (Xenia, Ohio.) September 26, 1850, Vol. 15, No. 9, Whole No. 639, P. 3.

The Partnership Between M. J. Gurney & A. Bisbee, was by mutual consent, dissolved on the 1st of September, 1850. A. Bisbee. M. J. Gurney.

1851 January 1. The Natchez Weekly Courier. (Natchez, Mississippi.) January 1, 1851, Vol. XXII, No. 21, P. 1.

We would call attention to the new Daguerrean Gallery, recently established in this city by the Messrs. Gibbs & Gurneys. These gentlemen have come to this place with no small reputation for skill as artists, a reputation we doubt not they will fully maintain.

We shall take a further occasion to allude to their gallery.

1851 January 8. Vicksburg Weekly Whig. (Vicksburg, Mississippi.) January 8, 1851, Vol. XII, No. 2, Whole No. 627, P. 3.

Skylight Daguerrean Gallery. Messrs. Gibbs and Gurney having associated themselves together, are now taking Daguerreotypes of the finest order, and of every size. We have 7 different sized Cameras, full size, three-quarters, half, quarter size, all of Vortland’s best. So we are prepared to take Miniatures for the smallest Lockets or Rings, and from that to full size pictures. We are permanently located in Vicksburg, and all persons having pictures taken at the Gallery have the privilege of returning them and getting others free of charge, should they not give entire satisfaction. We have on hand the finest assortment of Cases, Frames of the latest style that can be produced in this country, which we invite the citizens of Vicksburg and surrounding country to call and examine. Our prices are as usual, ranging from $3 to $15, and we obligate ourselves to take pictures of the softest tone and lightest shade even when it is raining, of grown persons—pictures of children taken in three to eight seconds in fair weather—a new invention from one to three likenesses of one person will be taken on the same plate at the same sitting , if desired. Rooms over Brown & Johnston’s opposite the Post-office. We have an exact copy of Power’s Greek Slave in our Gallery.

1851 February 19. The Natchez Weekly Courier. (Natchez, Mississippi.) February 19, 1851, Vol. XXII, No. 9, P. 2.

The public will not forget the [Daguerreotype] Gallery of Messrs Gibbs & Gurney. [They] have been greatly enlarged , and [ ? ] substitution of a sky-light for the [purpose of] taking pictures. We have never seen [specimens] of the art than are exhibited [ ? ] tables. We are glad to learn That [ ? ] has already been bestowed to [ ? ] to make theirs a permanent Gallery in [ ? ][1]

1851 February 19. The Natchez Weekly Courier. (Natchez, Mississippi.) February 19, 1851, Vol. XXII, No. 9, P. 3.

We can sell them cheaper than they have ever been sold in this country. We have just received a full size Camera, also one of Voy’s Landers best, and are now preparer to take Pictures of every size, having three of the best instruments in use. We have also succeeded in getting all the rooms of Leahy’s China Store for one year, and have built a Sky-Light room expressly for operating, and fitted up a new reception room in the neatest style. We are now prepared to make good Pictures—and respectfully solicit the citizens of Natchez and surrounding country to call and see our new establishment and the fine pictures we are now taking, which we guarantee to give entire satisfaction, or no charge will be made.

Daguerreotype Likenesses of Children of any age taken correctly: Paintings and Daguerreotypes Copied the same size of the original.

Rooms over Leahy’s China Store, corner of Main and Commerce sts.

1851 March 5. Mississippi Free Trader. (Natchez, Mississippi.) March 5, 1851, Vol. XVI, No. 29, P. 3.

Gibbs & Gurney’s Sky-Light Daguerrean Portrait Gallery. Mr. Gibbs has just returned from New Orleans with the largest and finest assortment of Frames, Cases, &c., of the latest styles; also, a fine assortment of Gold Lockets and Breast Pins for miniatures, which we guarantee to be of the finest quality, having purchased them from the agent by whom they were manufactured. We can sell them cheaper than they have ever been sold in this country. We have just received a full size Camera, also one of Voy’s Landers best, and are now preparer to take Pictures of every size, having three of the best instruments in use. We have also succeeded in getting all the rooms of Leahy’s China Store for one year, and have built a Sky-Light room expressly for operating, and fitted up a new reception room in the neatest style. We are now prepared to make good Pictures—and respectfully solicit the citizens of Natchez and surrounding country to call and see our new establishment and the fine pictures we are now taking, which we guarantee to give entire satisfaction, or no charge will be made.

Daguerreotype Likenesses of Children of any age taken correctly: Paintings and Daguerreotypes Copied the same size of the original.

Rooms over Leahy’s China Store, corner of Main and Commerce sts.

1851 March 8. Vicksburg Tri-Weekly Sentinel. (Vicksburg, Mississippi.) March 8, 1851, Vol. XII, No. 2, Whole No. 627, P. 3.

Daguerrean Gallery. Messrs. Gibbs and Gurney having associated themselves together, are now taking Daguerreotypes of the finest order, and of every size. We have 7 different sized Cameras, full size, three-quarters, half, quarter size, all of Vortland’s best. So we are prepared to take Miniatures for the smallest Lockets or Rings, and from that to full size pictures. We are permanently located in Vicksburg, and all persons having pictures taken at the Gallery have the privilege of returning them and getting others free of charge, should they not give entire satisfaction. We have on hand the finest assortment of Cases, Frames of the latest style that can be produced in this country, which we invite the citizens of Vicksburg and surrounding country to call and examine. Our prices are as usual, ranging from $3 to $15, and we obligate ourselves to take pictures of the softest tone and lightest shade even when it is raining, of grown persons—pictures of children taken in three to eight seconds in fair weather—a new invention from one to three likenesses of one person will be taken on the same plate at the same sitting , if desired. Rooms over Brown & Johnston’s opposite the Post-office. We have an exact copy of Power’s Greek Slave in our Gallery.

P. S.—Mr. Gibbs will be absent for a short time, but he assures the public that his partner Mr. Gurney, can do ample justice to the Gallery. mar. 1.

Advertisement ran fourteen times between March 8 to May 6, 1851.

1851 March 12. Mississippi Free Trader. (Natchez, Mississippi.) March 12, 1851, Vol. XVI, No. 30, P. 3.

Gibb’s & Gurney’s Sky-Light Picture Gallery. Messrs Gibbs & Gurney have added to their gallery three new rooms, and fitted them up in a style that cannot fail to secure the comfort and ease of those visiting their Gallery.

They have also enlarged their operating room, and increased their sky-light to double its former size, is a sky-light gives a natural eye softness of light and shade, beauty and strength to pictures.

We have on hand five of Voigtlander & Sohn’s best German instruments of all sizes, which are so far superior to any American instrument, that they command double the force.

We are constantly receiving from New Orleans and Cincinnati, the finest assortment of frames, cases, lockets. breastpins, and all kinds of Turkey morocco and fancy pearl cases, which we offer at prices that cannot fail to give entire satisfaction.

Likenesses of children taken to perfection. Pictures and Paintings of all kinds copied satisfactorily, or no charge made.

We have permanently located ourselves in Natchez, and all pictures taken at our gallery that do not give entire satisfaction, will be cheerfully taken over at any time free of charge.

Rooms on the corner of Main and Commerce streets—entrance on Commerce streets.

1851 March 12. The Natchez Weekly Courier. (Natchez, Mississippi.) March 12, 1851, Vol. XXII, No. 12, P. 3.

Gibbs & Gurney’s Sky-Light Daguerrean Portrait Gallery. Messrs Gibbs & Gurney have added to their gallery three new rooms, and fitted them up in a style that cannot fail to secure the comfort and ease of those visiting their Gallery.

They have also enlarged their operating room, and increased their sky-light to double its former size, as a sky-light gives a natural softness of light and shade, beauty and strength of tone to pictures. We have on hand five of Voigtlander & Sohn’s best German instruments of all sizes, which are so far superior to any American instrument, that they command double the price.

We are constantly receiving from New Orleans and Cincinnati, the finest assortment of frames, Cases, lockets. Breastpins, and all kinds of Turkey morocco and fancy pearl cases, which we offer at prices that cannot fail to give entire satisfaction.

Likenesses of children taken to perfection. Pictures and Paintings of all kinds copied satisfactorily, or no charge made.

We have permanently located ourselves in Natchez, and all pictures taken at our gallery that do not give entire satisfaction, will be cheerfully taken over at any time free of charge.

Rooms on the corner of Main and Commerce streets—entrance on commerce street.

Advertisement was recorded five times between March 12 to April 16, 1851.

1851 March 19. Vicksburg Weekly Sentinel. (Vicksburg, Mississippi.) March 19, 1851, Vol. XII, No. 2, Whole No. 627, P. 3.

P. S.—Mr. Gibbs will be absent for a short time, but he assures the public that his partner Mr. Gurney, can do ample justice to the Gallery. mar. 1

1851 March 26. The Natchez Weekly Courier. (Natchez, Mississippi.) March 26, 1851, Vol. XXII, No. 14, P. 2.

Powers’ Greek Slave. This splendid specimen of American genius will remain for exhibition in this city to-day and to-morrow. No one should lose the opportunity of seeing it. We understand this Statue belongs to The Artist himself, and is exhibited for his benefit. It can be seen at Messrs. Gibbs & Gurney’s Daguerrean Gallery.

1851 April 5. Concordia Intelligencer. (Vidalia, Louisiana.) April 5, 1851, Vol. X, No. 37, P. 3.

Gibb’s & Gurney’s Sky-Light Daguerrean Portrait Gallery. Messrs Gibbs & Gurney, have now the finest operating Room in the South, they have so adjusted their Sky-Light as to give the most beautiful shading, softness and strength of tone to their pictures.

Persons visiting their Gallery cannot fail to be pleased. They have on hand and are constantly receiving from New Orleans and Cincinnati the finest assortment of Frames, Pearl Cases, Gold Lockets, &c.

Their Gallery needs no praise—the pictures speak for themselves.

Likenesses of Children taken to perfection.

Pictures and Paintings of all kinds copied satisfactorily or no charge made.

Having permanently located themselves in Natchez they have spared no pains or expense to secure the ease and comfort of those visiting their Gallery.

All Pictures taken over at any the time free of charge.

Full size copies of Powers’ Greek Slave can be had by calling or sending to us.

Rooms at the corner of Main and commerce streets, over Leahy’s China Store—entrance on Commerce street.

Advertisement was recorded twice on April 5 to July 5, 1851.

1851 April 5. Vicksburg Tri-Weekly Sentinel. (Vicksburg, Mississippi.) April 5, 1851, Vol. XIV, No. 32, P. 2.

Daguerreotyping.—Messrs. Gibbs & Gurney have fifed up their Daguerreian Gallery, over Brown & Johnston’s, in superb style, and perfected their sky-light. They are masters of all the late improvements, and are taking the most accurate and beautiful pictures we have ever seen. Give them a call.

1851 April 9. Vicksburg Weekly Whig. (Vicksburg, Mississippi.) April 9, 1851, Vol. XIII, No. 15, Whole No. 640, P. 3.

Skylight Daguerrean Saloon. Gibbs & Gurney having enlarged their sky-light to double its former size, are now prepared to take Daguerreotypes in a style superior to any ever taken in this country.

They have just received from New Orleans and New York, a large assortment of frames and cases of a different style and superior to any ever offered to the citizens of Vicksburg heretofore. Also, just received, a fine assortment of plain and enamelled lockets of a superior quality, which can be sold with miniatures inserted cheaper than the lockets can be bought elsewhere.

We have several copies of the “Greek Slave,” taken full length, which are pronounced by the owner of the Slave the best copies that have ever been taken. Persons wishing copies will please call and select them, as we have a great many enlarged. Perfect satisfaction given. Or no charges made.

Rooms over Messrs. Brown & Johnston’s, opposite the Post Office. apr.3.

Advertisement was recorded eight times between April 9 to July 1, 1851.

1851 April 30. Mississippi Free Trader. (Natchez, Mississippi.) April 30, 1851, Vol. XVI, No. 37, P. 3.

Their Gallery needs no praise—the pictures speak for themselves.

Likenesses of Children taken to perfection.

Pictures and Paintings of all kinds copied satisfactorily or no charge made.

Having permanently located themselves in Natchez they have spared no pains or expense to secure the ease and comfort of those visiting their Gallery.

All Pictures taken over at any the time free of charge.

Full size copies of Powers’ Greek Slave can be had by calling or sending to us.

Rooms at the corner of Main and commerce streets, over Leahy’s China Store—entrance on Commerce street.

Advertisement was recorded twice on April 30 & May 7, 1851.

1851 April 30. The Natchez Weekly Courier. (Natchez, Mississippi.) April 30, 1851, Vol. XXII, No. 19, P. 3.

Gibbs & Gurney’s Sky-Light Daguerrean Portrait Gallery. Messrs. Gibbs & Gurney, have now the finest operating Room in the South, they have so adjusted their Sky-Light as to give the most beautiful shading, softness and strength of tone to their pictures.

Their Gallery needs no praise—the pictures speak for themselves.

Likenesses of Children taken to perfection.

Pictures and Paintings of all kinds copied satisfactorily or no charge made.

Having permanently located themselves in Natchez they have spared no pains or expense to secure the ease and comfort of those visiting their Gallery.

All Pictures taken over at any the time free of charge.

Full size copies of Powers’ Greek Slave can be had by calling or sending to us.

Rooms at the corner of Main and commerce streets, over Leahy’s China Store—entrance on Commerce street.

Advertisement was recorded five times between April 30 to June 18, 1851.

1851 May 7. Mississippi Free Trader. (Natchez, Mississippi.) May 7, 1851, Vol. XVI, No. 37, P. 3.

Gibbs & Gurney.—We beg to draw attention [to] the advertisement of the above named gentlemen, whose Daguerrean rooms are situated on the corner of Main and Commerce streets, over the China store of Mr. P. Leahy. Their portraits are of an excellent character, and the extensive patronage conferred is the best proof of public appreciation of their skill.

1851 June 4. Mississippi Free Trader. (Natchez, Mississippi.) June 4, 1851,

Vol. XVI, No. 42, P. 3.

Their Gallery needs no praise—the pictures speak for themselves.

Likenesses of Children taken to perfection.

Pictures and Paintings of all kinds copied satisfactorily or no charge made.

Having permanently located themselves in Natchez they have spared no pains or expense to secure the ease and comfort of those visiting their Gallery.

All Pictures taken over at any the time free of charge.

Full size copies of Powers’ Greek Slave. Also, copies of Jenny Lind, can be obtained at their Gallery.

Persons wishing to learn the Daguerrean Art in all its minutia cannot avail themselves of a better opportunity, as they have the late and important improvements in Daguerreotyping, and are amply prepared to make their pupils as good operatives as themselves.

Rooms on the corner of Main and commerce streets, over Leahy’s China Store. Entrance on Commerce street.

1851 June 5. Vicksburg Tri-Weekly Sentinel. (Vicksburg, Mississippi.) June 5, 1851, Vol. XIV, No. 105, P. 2.

Skylight Daguerrean Saloon. Gibbs & Gurney having enlarged their sky-light to double its former size, are now prepared to take Daguerreotypes in a style superior to any ever taken in this country.

They have just received from New Orleans and New York, a large assortment of Frames and cases of a different style and superior to any ever offered to the citizens of Vicksburg heretofore. Also, just received, a fine assortment of plain and enamelled lockets of a superior quality, which can be sold with miniatures inserted cheaper than the lockets can be bought elsewhere.

We have several copies of the “Greek Slave,” taken full length, which are pronounced by the owner of the Slave the best copies that have ever been taken. Persons wishing copies will please call and select them, as we have a great many engaged. Perfect satisfaction given , or no charges made.

Rooms over Messrs. Brown & Johnston’s, opposite the Post Office.

Advertisement was recorded 10 times between June 5 to July 10, 1851.

1851 June 25. The Natchez Weekly Courier. (Natchez, Mississippi.) June 25, 1851, Vol. XXII, No. 27, P. 3.

Dissolution. The copartnership heretofore existing in the Daguerreotype business, in Vicksburg, and in Natches, under the firm of Gibbs & Gurney, has been dissolved by mutual consent.

All outstanding business of the old firm will be settled by the Messrs. Gurney, and by whom all

Debts due it will be received. M. R. Gibbs; M. J. Gurney; H. D. Gurney. Vicksburg, June 28, 1851.

Notice.—The Daguerrean Gallery in Natchez, will be hereafter conducted by the undersigned, under the firm of M. J. & H. D. Gurney. A continuance of the favor heretofore shown to the old establishment is respectfully requested. M. J. Gurney, H. D. Gurney.

1851 July 1. Vicksburg Tri-Weekly Sentinel. (Vicksburg, Mississippi.) July 1, 1851, Vol. XIV, No. 119, P. 2.

Vicksburg Daguerrean Gallery. Mr. Gibbs, has returned to Vicksburg, and having dissolved partnership with Messrs. Gurneys, will remain here where he can always be found at his gallery over Brown & Johnston’s and having the finest skylight operating room that can be produced in this county, he pledges himself to give entire satisfaction to all who may favor him with a call. He has just received fron New York, a fine assortment of the latest styles cases, and frames which will be sold on more reasonable terms than ever offered before in Vicksburg, call before the last of July, as his gallery will be closed for several months.

Advertisement was recorded nine times between July 1 to August 6, 1851.

1851 July 2. The Natchez Weekly Courier. (Natchez, Mississippi.) July 2, 1851,

Vol. XXII, No. 28, P. 3.

M. J. & H. D. Gurney’s Sky-Light Daguerrean Portrait Gallery. Messrs. M. J. & H. D. Gurney, have now the finest operating Room in the South, they have so adjusted their Sky-Light as to give the most beautiful shading, softness and strength of tone to their pictures.

Their Gallery needs no praise—the pictures speak for themselves.

Likenesses of Children taken to perfection.

Pictures and Paintings of all kinds copied satisfactorily or no charge made.

Having permanently located themselves in Natchez they have spared no pains or expense to secure the ease and comfort of those visiting their Gallery.

All Pictures taken over at any the time free of charge.

Full size copies of Powers’ Greek Slave; also, copies of Jenny Lind, can be obtained at their Gallery.

Persons wishing to learn the Daguerrean Art in all its minutia, cannot avail themselves of a better opportunity, as these artists have all the late and important improvements in Daguerreotyping, and are amply prepared to make their pupils as good operatives as themselves.

Rooms on the corner of Main and Commerce streets, over Leahy’s China Store—entrance on Commerce street.

Advertisement was recorded thirteen times between July 2 to November 19, 1851.

1851 July 12. Concordia Intelligencer. (Vidalia, Louisiana.) July 12, 1851, Vol. X, No. 51, P. 3.

Dissolution. The copartnership heretofore existing in the Daguerreotype business, in Vicksburg, and in Natches, under the firm of Gibbs & Gurney, has been dissolved by mutual consent.

All outstanding business of the old firm will be settled by the Messrs. Gurney, and by whom all

Debts due it will be received. M. R. Gibbs; M. J. Gurney; H. D. Gurney. Vicksburg, June 28, 1851.

Advertisement ran from July 12 to August 16, 1851.

1851 September 6. Concordia Intelligencer. (Vidalia, Louisiana.) September 6, 1851, Vol. XI, No. 7, P. 3.

Their Gallery needs no praise—the pictures speak for themselves.

Likenesses of Children taken to perfection.

Pictures and Paintings of all kinds copied satisfactorily or no charge made.

Having permanently located themselves in Natchez they have spared no pains or expense to secure the ease and comfort of those visiting their Gallery.

All Pictures taken over at any the time free of charge.

Full size copies of Powers’ Greek Slave; also, copies of Jenny Lind, can be obtained at their Gallery.

Rooms on the corner of Main and Commerce streets, over Leahy’s China Store—entrance on Commerce street.

Advertisement ran from September 6, 1851 to September 4, 1852.

1851 December 24. The Natchez Weekly Courier. (Natchez, Mississippi.) December 24, 1851, Vol. XXIII, No. 1, P. 3.

M. J. & H. D. Gurney’s Sky-Light Daguerrean Gallery. Messrs. M. J. & H. D. Gurney, are now taking finer daguerreotypes than have ever been heretofore produced in this section of country. By late improvements they are enabled to produce pictures of the most beautiful tone and brilliancy.

They have just received from New York, a fine assortment of Daguerreotype materials, embracing Gold Lockets, Breast Pins, Signet Rings, all of the finest quality, which they offer on the most reasonable terms.

The pictures now taken needs no praise; they exhibit to the life the true original. Pictures of all sizes executed in the neatest manner. Ladies and gentlemen are invited to call and examine their late specimens.

Instruction given to pupils, with the latest improvements in the art.

Rooms on the corner of Main and Commerce streets, over Leahy’s China Store—entrance on Commerce street.

Advertisement was recorded twice on December 21, 1851 and April 21, 1852.

1852 April 3. The Planters’ Banner. (Franklin, Louisiana.) April 3, 1852, Vol. XVII, No. 12, P. 2.

Messrs. Johnson and Gurney daguerreotypist, have taken rooms at the Odd-Fellows’ building, for the purpose of “practicing the daguerrean art in all its minutiae.” The specimens of their work, which may be seen at the entrance to their rooms, are highly finished and beautiful. See their card in another column.

1852 April 3. The Planters’ Banner. (Franklin, Louisiana.) April 3, 1852, Vol. XVII, No. 12, P. 3.

Mr. Johnson, The Oldest Daguerreotypist now living, and Mr. Gurney, of the firm Gibbs & Gurney, of Vicksburg and Natchez, Miss., have opened a room in the Odd-Fellows’ Hall, at Franklin, where they will remain a short time, for the purpose of practicing the Daguerrean Art in all its minutiae.

Mr. Johnson is a pioneer in the business, has practiced the Art ever since its introduction into the United States, and is acknowledged by Root, Brady, Plumb and Hill, of New York, and Jacobs, Maguire and Moissenett, of New Orleans, to be the best artist now living in America, as almost all of the above artist have received their instructions direct from him.

We have a beautiful variety of Cases and Lockets of all descriptions, namely—Parodi Cases, Kossuth Cases, Jenny Lind Cases, Catharine Hayes, Eareka Cases, Bridal Cases, Breast Pins, &c.

The Citizens of Franklin and its Vicinity are invited to call and examine our specimens .

Perfect satisfaction given, or no charge made.

N. B.—A rare chance is now offered for obtaining instructions in this beautiful Art, direct from Mr. Johnson. Charles E. Johnson. M. J. Gurney. Franklin, April 3, 1852.

Advertisement ran from April 3 to 24, 1852.

1852 April 10. The Planters’ Banner. (Franklin, Louisiana.) April 10, 1852, Vol. XVII, No. 13, P. 2.

Messrs. Johnson & Gurney Daguerreotypist, are making admirable pictures at their rooms, in the Odd Fellows’ building.

1852 April 17. The Planters’ Banner. (Franklin, Louisiana.) April 17, 1852, Vol. XVII, No. 14, P. 2.

Messrs. Johnson & Gurney Daguerreotypist, will only remain at their rooms in the Odd Fellows’ building a few days longer. Those needing pictures had better make an early call.

1852 May 1. The Planters’ Banner. (Franklin, Louisiana.) May 1, 1852, Vol. XVII, No. 16, P. 2.

The Daguerrean Art.

“In framing artists, Art hath thus decreed,

To make some good, but others to succeed.”

Whoever will give themselves the pleasure to visit Mr. Gurney’s Daguerrean Gallery, in the Odd-Fellows’ Hall, will see there some most beautiful specimens of that surprising art which so perfectly realizes those lines of Burns, so often quoted—

“O wad some power the giftie gie us

To see oursels as others see us!”

And it may be doubted, if they make the visit, whether they will be found sufficiently indifferent to those charms which are

“More than painting can express.

Or Youthful poets fancy when they love!”

but which can only be transcribed by the nimble pencil of the sun, as to be able to withdraw before challenging the combined efforts of nature and art, to sketch their own dear portraiture! Try the experiment, fair reader—or you, ye ruder swains: and if you do not seat yourself before Mr. Gurney’s camera ere you leave the gallery it will be because you have never been able to look into your mirror with any degree of satisfaction; but if you once do sit, depends upon it you will form a better estimate of your own beauty than you have ever been able to derive from the flattering compliments of your most partial admirers. You had better call soon, for Mr. Gurney intends to take his departure from our town next week, sure!

1852 May 8. The Planters’ Banner. (Franklin, Louisiana.) May 8, 1852, Vol. XVII, No. 17, P. 2.

This week we have witnessed some beautiful specimens of the Daguerrean Art, emanating from the hands of Mr. Gurney, of Union Hall, among which not the least beautiful of his pictures is that of our humble self! Start not, gentle reader!—we mean the plate, which in truth far surpasses the original, and that is saying a good deal. Call and see it, and you will admit that Mr. Gurney has obtained complete mastery of the art; for his good-nature not only dispels all traces of anxiety and care, but lights up the countenance and throws a thousand little fascinations into “the human face divine” during the operation. There is more in this than many persons are aware of, for the countenance should then wear its most pleasing aspect, and the want of such expression in the picture is too often visited in the artist, when the fault is not his, but our own.

1852 September 1. The Natchez Weekly Courier. (Natchez, Mississippi.) September 1, 1852, Vol. XXIII, No. 37, P. 1.

Messrs. Gurney & Co. Would take this opportunity to inform the public, that owing to the very liberal patronage they have received from the citizens of Natches, and the increasing demand for their new style of Daguerreotypes, their gallery will be kept open during the summer months, and will be attended by one of the firm.

Their assortment of stock is complete, comprising everything in their line of business.

They have lately introduced a new style of finishing pictures, which is universally admired.

Our motto has been “perfect satisfaction or no charges;” we extend the same, and solicit in return a continuation of the same liberal patronage heretofore extended to us.

1852 September 4. The Concordia Intelligencer. (Vidalia, Louisiana.) September 4, 1852, Vol. XII, No. 7, P.2.

M. J. & H. D. Gurney’s Sky-Light Daguerrean Portrait Gallery. Messrs. M. J. & H. D. Gurney, have now the finest operating Room in the South. They have so adjusted their Sky-Light as to give the most beautiful shading, softness and strength of tone to their pictures.

Their Gallery needs no praise—the pictures speak for themselves.

Likenesses of Children taken to perfection.

Pictures and Paintings of all kinds copied satisfactorily or no charge made.

Having permanently located themselves in Natchez they have spared no pains or expense to secure the ease and comfort of those visiting their Gallery.

Full size copies of Powers’ Greek Slave; also copies of Jenny Lind, can be obtained at their Gallery.

Persons wishing to learn the Daguerrean Art in all its minutia, cannot avail themselves of a better opportunity, as these artists have all the late important improvements in Daguerreotyping, and are amply prepared to make their pupils as good operatives as themselves.

Rooms on the corner of Main and Commerce streets, over Leahy’s China store—entrance on Commerce street.

Advertisement ran from September 4, 1852 to April 16, 1853.

1852 October 6. Mississippi Free Trader. (Natchez, Mississippi.) October 6, 1852, Vol. XVIII, No. 7, P. 2.

Gurney’s Daguerrean Gallery.—The Messrs. Gurney, as will be seen by their card, have just returned from the North with a large stock, and are prepared to execute miniatures in the highest style of the art. The “golden halo” is certainly a most beautiful improvement.

1852 October 6. Mississippi Free Trader. (Natchez, Mississippi.) October 6, 1852, Vol. XVIII, No. 7, P. 3.

Gurney’s Picture Gallery, Corner of Main and Commerce streets.—Messrs. Gurney, have just returned from the North with a large stock, and are now prepared to execute Miniatures on the most improved principles in a style second to none in the country.

The Pictures taken at their Gallery were pronounced by such Artists as Hawkins, Fontwyne, [sic.] and Porter, of Cincinnati, (which place is the emporium of Daguerreotyping in the United States,) to be superior to any [taken] in that city; and their new style of Golden Halo Daguerreotypes were spoken of in the city papers, as the very acme of Daguerreotyping.

They have brought down a large instruments of the best brand that is made, and are prepared to take them almost as large as life.

Persons dissatisfied with pictures will not be compelled to take them—in which case no charge will be made.

Any pictures taken from the Gallery will be considered as sold, and will not be retaken, unless

for an additional charge, as it wastes the silver plate with no remuneration.

All cash orders for stock, filled with dispatch. Instruction given in the Art, and all the necessary apparatus furnished for $200.

P. S. They have brought down a Reflector, for taking Views and Residences natural, and they would be happy to execute any orders in that line.

Advertisement was recorded twice on October 6 & 13, 1852.

1852 October 20. The Natchez Weekly Courier. (Natchez, Mississippi.) October 20, 1852, Vol. XXIII, No. 44, P. 3.

The Pictures taken at their Gallery were pronounced by such Artists as Hawkins, Fontwyne, [sic.] and Porter, of Cincinnati, (which place is the emporium of Daguerreotyping in the United States,) to be superior to any taken in that city; and their new style of Golden Halo Daguerreotypes were spoken of in the city papers, as the very acme of Daguerreotyping.

They have brought down a large instruments of the best brand that is made, and are prepared to take them almost as large as life.

Persons dissatisfied with pictures will not be compelled to take them—in which case no charge will be made.

Any pictures taken from the Gallery will be considered as sold, and will not be retaken, unless for an additional charge, as it wastes the silver plate with no remuneration.

All cash orders for stock, filled with dispatch. Instruction given in the Art, and all the necessary apparatus furnished for $200.

P. S. They have brought down a Reflector, for taking Views and Residences natural, and they would be happy to execute any orders in that line.

Advertisement was recorded eight times between October 20, 1852 to June 22, 1853.

1852 January 12. Mississippi Free Trader. (Natchez, Mississippi.) January 12, 1852, Vol. XVIII, No. 21, P. 3.

To all whom it may concern. Persons knowing themselves to be indebted to Messrs. Gurney for Daguerreotypes, will confer a favor by calling at their Gallery and settling their bills. M. J. & H. D. Gurney.

1853 January 12. The Natchez Weekly Courier. (Natchez, Mississippi.) January 12, 1853, Vol. XXIV, No. 4, P. 3.

1853 February 16. Mississippi Free Trader. (Natchez, Mississippi.) February 16, 1853, Vol. XVIII, No. 26, P. 1.

Gurney’s.—We spent a pleasant hour a few days since at Gurney’s Daguerrean Rooms, on Commerce street, looking over his specimens.

Mr. Gurney’s pictures are not surpassed by any [we] have ever seen for fidelity of resemblance, or [beauty] and style of finish. He is an accomplished [artist] who thoroughly and scientifically understands his art, and takes a just professional pride [of] executing every picture in the very highest [and] most perfect and beautiful style.

1853 February 23. Mississippi Free Trader. (Natchez, Mississippi.) February 23, 1853, Vol. XVIII, No. 27, P. 2.

Washington’s Birth-Day.—A military and civic soiree, we learn, will be given on Tuesday evening at the City Hall. We have no doubt it will be a delightful affair.

We are requested to state that tickets can be procured on application to S. F. Power, M. J. Gurney, Jno. Abbott and at Warner’s Book Store.

1853 April 6. The Natchez Weekly Courier. (Natchez, Mississippi.) April 6, 1853,

Vol. XXIV, No. 16, P. 1.

Daguerrean Gallery. Mr. Hillyer—Dear Sir: I have been in your city but a short time, and am, of course, much pleased. Among other objects to please the senses, I may mention the Daguerrean rooms of Messrs. Gurney, opposite the agricultural Bank. They are certainly fitted up in fine style—indeed, unsurpassed by any I have seen in the South. They have all the latestimprovements of the art. Never before to-day, did I think myself handsome. Happening in the Gallery, I could not well resist the temptation to have my face transferred to plat, which was done in ten seconds in splendid style. The first picture was life-like; but the second—Oh! the second! That was the one that capped the climax. The artist found some fault with the first, and insisted on taking the second; which was really nonpareil. After the fine parlor, with its pianos and melodeon, as well as some fine specimens of art, and been scrutinized, your scribbler was ushered into the transferring room, where a queer looking wheclish (sic.) concern prepared the plate. After this operation, the vapor of the hydrargum was administered; then the rubbing and the powering, and penciling had to be done, and then was done in a trice, your scribbler.

As I am not a citizen of your beautiful town, it might be that my word will not have that weightthat a citizen’s would; but I would say to all, follow the example of. Scribbler.

P. S. The artist know not of this composition.

1853 April 23. The Concordia Intelligencer. (Vidalia, Louisiana.) April 23, 1853, Vol. XII, No. 40, P.2.

The Adams Light Guard. This fine soldierly corps, under command of Capt. Robert Clark, with forty-six rank and file, celebrated their anniversary on Monday, the 18th inst., with unusual eclat and military bearing. Among their invited guests were Messrs. Thomas Meagher, the exiled Irish patriot, and his associate fellow sufferer in Ireland, Joseph Brennan, Esq. The first consented, at the request of the company, to deliver the prizes, which he did gracefully, accompanied by a speech.

The company target was a “used up man,” having within its face ninety-nine musket-balls out of 136 shots.

The dinner was taken by the various messes and their guests in the tents. That splendid Daguerrean artist, Gurney, was present with his powerful apparatus, and took many views of the full company under arms, in column, in platoon, in line and en echelon.

The following gentlemen of the Light Guard took the target prizes:

1. John M. Ault, a Silver Cup.

2. J. Frantz, a company Daguerreotype.

3. Henry Mingee, a silver Cup.

1853 May 5. The Planters’ Banner. (Franklin, Louisiana.) May 5, 1853, Vol. XVIII, No. 17, P. 2.

Mr. Gurney, the Daguerrean Artist, is making a professional visit to Pattersonville, which will necessarily be short, as his time is limited; those therefore, who need his services should not procrastinate.

1853 June 11. Thibodaux Minerva. (Thibodaux, Louisiana.) June 11, 1853, Vol. IX, No. 27, P. 4.

Now Is The Time! Mr. Gurney, of Natchez, Miss., would respectfully announce to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Thibodaux and vicinity that he has opened a Gallery, over the Store of Messrs. Badeaux & Bruff,—Main street near Jackson—for the purpose of practicing the beautiful Art of Daguerreotyping.

His pictures are pronounced by distinguished savans to be superior to any taken in the Southern country, and his Golden Halo Daguerreotypes were pronounced by such artist as Fontayne & Porter, Farris and Hawkins, of Cincinnati, to be superior to any taken in that city, and were spoken of in the Cincinnati Nonpareil and the Daily Citizen as the very Acme of Daguerreotyping!

He respectfully solicits the Ladies and Gentlemen of this community to call and give him a sitting, free of charge, and test his merits as an artist. His variety of stock is complete, embracing everything in the line.

Likenesses of Children taken to perfection. Perfect satisfaction given or no charge made.

Mr. Gurney’s stay in town will be limited to a week or ten days, and those who wish to secure a good and life-like likeness of themselves, will confer a favor by calling soon.

Advertisement ran from June 11 to 25, 1853.

1854 April 26. The Natchez Weekly Courier. (Natchez, Mississippi.) April 26, 1854, Vol.

XXV, No. 19, P. 1.

The parade at the Adams’ Light Guard anniversary was everything that good have been

expected; the day delightful, and the target-shooting good. The first prize was won by M. J.

Gurney for the best three shots, and the second prize by Mr. H. J. Stier, for the best single shot.

1854 October 18. The Natchez Weekly Courier. (Natchez, Mississippi.) October 18, 1854, Vol.

XXV, No. 44, P. 3.

Our friend Gurney called us into his splendid Daguerrean Gallery yesterday, and showed us a

portrait he had just taken of our distinguished fellow citizen, Col. Adam L. Bingaman, and we

must say it was one of the most perfect likenesses we ever saw. We observed, also, portraits of

Gen, Quitman, and John S. Thrasher, Esq., lately taken. Gurney is a “trump,” and as an artist, is not to be surpassed. If, on visiting his Gallery, you don’t sit down and have your countenance transferred to a “plate,” and encased, why, then,—–we’re mistaken.

1854 December 8. The Concordia Intelligencer. (Vidalia, Louisiana.) December 8, 1854, Vol. XIV, No. 19, P.2.

M. & J. Gurney’s Daguerrean Gallery, Corner of Main and Commerce sts., (Entrance on Main st.,) Natchez, Miss. The Messrs. Gurney, being determined not to be surpassed in their profession by any artist either North or South, have fitted up their Gallery in a style second to none in the country.

One of the firm has just returned from New York with all the latest improvements in the art, together with a large and most choice selection of Daguerreotype Material which cannot fail to please the most fastidious taste.

Those wishing Pictures and those not wishing Pictures; the fair, the handsome, the ugly, (all can be suited,) and particularly the ladies, are respectfully requested to call and examine their unique style of Pictures, Cases, Gold Lockets, &c. Stock of all kinds furnished to the trade.

Instructions given in the art, with apparatus, for $200.

Rooms open from 8 o’clock, A. M. till 5 o’clock, P. M. Terms Cash.

Advertisement was recorded five times between December 8, 1854 to October 26, 1855.

1854 December 23. Thibodaux Minerva. (Thibodaux, Louisiana.) December 23, 1854, Vol. X, No. 1, P. 2.

Photographers.—Gurney, that excellent Daguerreotypist who visited us about eighteen months ago, is again in town. His rooms are over the store of Badeaux & Bruff, Main street. Crafts is also here, and has taken rooms over the Postoffice, on Market Street

1855 January 6. Thibodaux Minerva. (Thibodaux, Louisiana.) January 6, 1855, Vol. X, No. 3, P. 2.

Shadows.—If there be any among our patrons and readers who are admires of themselves, we would urge them to call on Gurney and obtain one of his exquisite daguerreotypes—which cannot be excelled. Just pop in and admire that life-like stereoscope of R. G. Darden which resembles him more than he resembles himself. It should be seen to be appreciated and admired. Don’t forget his rooms over the store of Badeaux & Bruff, corner of Main and Focus Streets. Our Terrebonne friends can be accommodated nearer home, as Mr. Richardson, Gurney’s partner, has opened a saloon in Houma, where he will be happy to supply those who may favor him with a call, at a trifling expense.

1855 January 13. Thibodaux Minerva. (Thibodaux, Louisiana.) January 13, 1855, Vol. X, No. 4, P. 2.

Gurney wishes us to signify to our readers, especially those who may wish a good likeness of themselves, that he will close his gallery on Saturday next, the 20^th inst. So “Come along, come along, make no delay.”

1856 February 1. Natchez Daily Courier. (Natchez, Mississippi.) February 1, 1856, Vol. IV, No. 88, P. 1.

Great Attraction at Gurney’s Gallery, Corner of Main and Commerce streets, Natchez. Messrs. Gurney are now making a new style of Picture called The Ambrotype.

These Pictures are taken on polished glass, and possess great advantages over the best Daguerreotypes, viz: They can be seen in any light; the delineations are much finer and more distinct, are not reversed, as a Daguerreotype, and will never fade.

They have engaged Mr. Charles H. Erwin, from the best Photographic establishment in the North, who will attend to that branch of their business, and they invite the public to examine their specimens and judge for themselves. Persons having Daguerreotypes of deceased friends can have them enlarged to any size they wish and colored in oil or water colors, as they may wish. The advantage of a permanent Gallery over an itinerant one, is obvious to every one.

Our arrangements are complete for furnishing Likenesses of all sizes, and colored by the first master of the art, and in any style desired, at New York prices.

Likenesses of Children can be taken by the Ambrotype process almost instantaneously. dec5.

Advertisement was recorded four times between February 1 to 12, 1856.

1856 May 16. American Banner. (Yazoo City, Mississippi.) May 16, 1856, Vol. 1, No. 52, P. 3.

Ambrotypes.—Mr. Gurney, the accomplished Ambrotype artist, has arrived in our city as will be seen by reference to our advertising columns. We have seen some specimens of his work and the are beautiful, beautiful. This new art will eclipse the Daguerrean altogether. Call and see Mr. Gurney and his pictures at his rooms.

1856 May 16. American Banner. (Yazoo City, Mississippi.) May 16, 1856, Vol. 1, No. 52, P. 3.

Ambrotypes. Read! Read!! Read!!! Those wishing one of Gurney’s world renowned pictures will call at the earliest opportunity, as his stay in Yazoo City, is only limited to two weeks.

With his Mammoth Instrument impressions are obtained that astonish even the initiated in the Photographic art.

Gurney has no rival in taking the immortal never fading Ambrotype.

Pictures taken in all kinds of weather from one to ten seconds. Ladies and Gentlemen are respectfully invited to call and examine his work.

Instruction given in the art.

Rooms in the Odd Fellows Hall, over Mr. Wilson Jewelry store.

1856 May 23. American Banner. (Yazoo City, Mississippi.) May 23, 1856, Vol. 2, No. 1, P. 3.

Ambrotypes. Gurney will remain a Few Days Longer Only in Yazoo City by special request, to give those from the country an opportunity to secure one oh his inimitable, unapproachable, never fading ambrotype pictures.

Pressing engagements must hasten his departure.

Rooms in the old Odd Fellows Hall, over Mr. Wilson’s Jewelry store.

Advertisement ran from May 23 to June 6, 1856.

1856 May 23. The Weekly American Banner. (Yazoo City, Mississippi.) May 23, 1856, Vol. 2, No. 1, P. 3.

Ambrotypes. Gurney will remain Eight Days Longer Only in Yazoo City to give those from the country an opportunity to secure one of his inimitable, unapproachable, never fading ambrotype Pictures.

Pressing engagements must hasten his departure.

Rooms in the Odd Fellows Hall, over Mr. Wilson’s Jewelry store. Yazoo City May 21, 1856.

Advertisement ran from May 23 to 30, 1856.

1857 November 3. Natchez Daily Courier. (Natchez, Mississippi.) November 3, 1857, Vol. VI, No. 26, P. 2.

Gurney Has Just Returned From The North after an absence of four months, with the largest and finest stock of Photographic material ever brought to a Southern market. He had a large mammoth Camera made expressly for himself—the largest in America—and a perfect gem in optics; its capacity is sufficient to take a natural size head, and perfectly sharp in every detail. His rooms have been fitted up anew this summer without regard to expense, making it now the finest furnished Gallery in America, and the universal expression of all of our citizens traveling North the past summer, has been that the best pictures found in New York, did not begin to compare with Gurney’s of Natchez; and some of his Ambrotypes that were taken to Europe this past summer were pronounced by such artists as Claudet and Kilburn, the great photographers of Europe, to far surpass anything made on that continent, where the immortal Daguerre first proclaimed to the world that a crystalized bromoidodized (sic.) silver plate, exposed to the fumes of hydrurgum, (sic.) would develop a duplicate of the original, in all its ramifications.

He is about to introduce a new style of colored pictures called Chromograph, it is colored in oil is finer in texture than an ivory miniature; it is impossible to lose a shade of the likeness: is as durable as an oil painting can be, and will come much cheaper than the regular oil colored Photograph.

All kinds of stock furnished to the trade.

Advertisement was recorded on November 3 to 19, 1857.

1857 November 10. The Natchez Weekly Courier. (Natchez, Mississippi.) November 10, 1857, Vol. XXVIII, No. 49, P. 3.

All kinds of stock furnished to the trade.

Advertisement was recorded on November 10 to December 2, 1857.

1858 November 24. The Natchez Weekly Courier. (Natchez, Mississippi.) November 24, 1858, Vol. XXIX, No. 50, P. 2.

List of Interments in the City of Natchez from Aug. 8, 1858 to Nov. 20, 1858. (The following are abbreviations—Y. F., yellow fever—S. H., State Hospital—M. H., Marine Hospital—U. H., under the hill.)…

November 13—Marsh J. Gurney, age 30, Y. F.

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Fitzgibbon, William

May 4, 2025Daguerreian Stock and Materials, DaguerreotypesDaguerreian Materials, Daguerreotypist, Fitzgibbon Bourges & Stanley, Galveston Texas, Houston Texas, William Fitzgibbonpioneeramericanphotographers

1852 Post Office and Centre Streets, Galveston, Texas.

1852 Corner of Preston and Main Streets, Houston, Texas.

1852 February 9. Semi-Weekly Journal. (Galveston, Texas.) February 9, 1852, Vol. III, No. 1, Whole No. 209, P. 3.

Daguerreotyping.

“Secure the shadow ere the substance Fade,

“Let nature copy that which nature made.”

Think not these portraits, by the sunlight made. Shades through they are, will like a shadow fade; No! when the lip of flesh in dust shall lie, [eye. When death’s cold film spreads o’er the beaming Fitzgibbon’s life-like pictures, mocking at decay, will still be fresh and vivid as to-day.

Our galleries are open from sun-rise to sun-set, at the corner of Post office and Centre streets, Galveston, and corner of Preston and Main streets, Houston, where we will be pleased to see visitors to examine specimens, whether they wish pictures or not. For portraits of Adults, by our process and improved instruments, a cloudy day is quite as favorable as clear weather. For children, a clear day (between eleven and two) is best.

In dress, ladies are recommended to wear figured or dark material; plaid, figured or striped dresses for children. White, light-blue and pink, should be avoided.

Portraits, Miniatures and Daguerreotypes copied. Views of buildings taken. Invalids waited upon, and likenesses of deceased persons taken. Fitzgibbon, Bourges & Stanley, Daguerrean Artists.

N. B.—Operators wishing to purchase materials, can now be supplied with Cameras, Cases, Plates, and other necessary articles appertaining to the business, and at New Orleans prices. F. B. & S. jan. 29.

Advertisement was recorded on February 9, March 22, & May 10, 1852.

1852 March 22. Semi-Weekly Journal. (Galveston, Texas.) March 22, 1852, Vol. III, No. 13, Whole No. 221, P. 4.

Fitzgibbon, Bourges & Stanley, Daguerrean Artists And General Dealers in Daguerreotype Stock all descriptions. Corner of Post office and Centre Streets, Galveston; and Corner Main and Preston sts., Houston.

Advertisement was recorded on March 22 & May 10, 1852.

Davis, Henry

January 28, 2025Ambrotypes, Daguerreian Stock and Materials, Daguerreotypes, PhotographsAmbrotypist, Cadiz Ohio, Daguerreian Materials, Daguerreotypist, Henry Davis, Photographer, Stereoscopepioneeramericanphotographers

1851 Rooms at the Court House, Cadiz, Ohio.

1851-1855 Over Mr. Beall’s Drug Store, Cadiz, Ohio.

1855-1857 West Wing of the Mansion House, Cadiz, Ohio.

1857-1859 Opposite the Mansion House, Cadiz, Ohio.

1851 April 16. The Cadiz Sentinel. (Cadiz, Ohio.) April 16, 1851, Vol. 18, No. 1, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes!! The undersigned having fitted up his rooms for Daguerreotyping, is ready to take likenesses of the various sizes usually taken. Rooms at the Court House. H. Davis.

Advertisement ran from April 16 to May 21, 1851.

1851 May 28. The Democratic Sentinel and Harrison County Farmer. (Cadiz, Ohio.) May 28, 1851, Vol. 18, No. 7, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes!! The undersigned having fitted up his rooms for Daguerreotyping, is ready to take likenesses of the various sizes usually taken. Rooms at the Court House. H. Davis.

Advertisement ran from May 28 to June 18, 1851.

1851 June 4. The Democratic Sentinel and Harrison County Farmer. (Cadiz, Ohio.) June 4, 1851, Vol. 18, No. 8, P. 2.

Should any of our readers wish a correct likeness of either themselves or friends, we advise them to call on Mr. Davis, who has taken rooms in the Court House. He takes good pictures.

1851 June 25. The Democratic Sentinel and Harrison County Farmer. (Cadiz, Ohio.) June 4, 1851, Vol. 18, No. 11, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes!! The undersigned having fitted up his rooms for Daguerreotyping, is ready to take likenesses of the various sizes usually taken, in the handsomest styles and most reasonable terms.

I have lately Removed to the room immediately under the Republican Printing Office, and over Mr. Beall’s Drug Store, where I will be happy to accommodate my friends, and the public generally. ap. 19. H. Davis.

Advertisement ran from June 25 to August 13, 1851.

1851 August 20. The Democratic Sentinel and Harrison County Farmer. (Cadiz, Ohio.) August 20, 1851, Vol. 18, No. 19, P. 2.

“Oh, wa’d some power the gifte cie us, To see ourselves as others see us!” Price Reduced! Quick Sales and Small Profit our Motto. Hit hereto Daguerreotypes have been raised above the reach of many, by the high price at which they were sold, and to bring them within the reach of all, I have concluded to reduce the price. I will now fit up Likenesses in good style at a reduced price.

Come one come all, “secure the shadow ere the substance fade.”

“Come on, then,

And come when you will,

A perfect likeness you’ll have

If you only sit still.”

Rooms above Beall’s Drug Store. H. Davis

Advertisement ran from August 20 to October 1, 1851.

1851 October 29. The Democratic Sentinel and Harrison County Farmer. (Cadiz, Ohio.) October 29, 1851, Vol. 18, No. 29, P. 2.

H. Davis, Daguerrean Artist. Rooms Over Beall’s Drug Store.

Advertisement ran from October 29, 1851 to March 17, 1852.

1851 November 5. The Democratic Sentinel and Harrison County Farmer. (Cadiz, Ohio.) November 5, 1851, Vol. 18, No. 30, P. 2.

Do you want a first rate likeness of either yourself or any member of your family? If so, remember that Davis is the man that can do such things up right. He will not charge you more than two dollars, and the time may come when you would freely give fifty dollars for a correct likeness of your friends. So then while they are living and in the bloom of health, secure a perfect picture by calling on Mr. Davis immediately. His rooms are over Beall’s Drug Store, where specimens may be seen, as also at this office.

1852 August 25. The Democratic Sentinel and Harrison County Farmer. (Cadiz, Ohio.) August 25, 1852, Vol. 18, No. 26, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. Mr. Davis has returned to Cadiz, where he intends remaining permanently; and grateful for the liberal patronage extended to him since his return, begs leave to inform the public that he is prepared to take Likenesses in the best and most improved style.

He has discovered a process of taking Likenesses, which obviates that dark shading on one side of the face, so unnatural and foreign to good taste, and distributes the light evenly all over the whole face, and entire person, giving a roundness to the features and a beauty to the expression, not seen in the dark shaded pictures.

He also calls attention to a new mode of taking Likenesses, which gives the picture a rich appearance. The back ground being of an ivory whiteness, the picture has a prominence and relief that is at once beautiful and commanding.

He is prepared to take Likenesses in groups or singly, of aged persons, or of small children, in all kinds of weather: put up in fancy or plain cases, in lockets, breast pins, or finger-rings: and be the Likeness ever so small, it is as perfect as when on a large scale. He takes pleasure in inviting all persons to come and examine his specimens, whether they wish Likenesses or not, all shall be made welcome. Rooms—under the Republican office.

Advertisement ran from August 25 to September 15, 1852

1852 October 20. The Democratic Sentinel and Harrison County Farmer. (Cadiz, Ohio.) October 20, 1852, Vol. 19, No. 26, P. 1.

Report of the premiums at the 6^th Annual Fair of Harrison County Agricultural Society, held in Cadiz on the 7^th and 8^th of the 10^th month, 1852….

Best Daguerreotype Likeness, H. Davis .50

1854 January 11. The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel. (Cadiz, Ohio.) January 11, 1854, Vol. 20, No. 37, P. 4.

Transparent Back-ground. Daguerreotypes taken with the transparent back-ground are unequaled, if softness is desired.

This back-ground throws the image out in Bold relief and renders the surface of the plate invisible.

Daguerreotypes are still taken for one dollar at the room of H. Davis. October 26, ’53.

Advertisement ran from January 11 to February 1, 1854.

1854 February 1. The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel. (Cadiz, Ohio.) February 1, 1854, Vol. 20, No. 40, P. 3.

H. Davis, Daguerreotypist, Above Beall’s Drug Store.

Advertisement ran from February 1 to August 16, 1854.

1854 August 16. The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel. (Cadiz, Ohio.) August 16, 1854, Vol. 21, No. 15, P. 3.

New and Splendid assortment of Daguerreotype Stock just received. Including all sizes and kinds from common to fancy. Different taste may be gratified on the most reasonable terms, call and examine them. August 16, 1854. H. Davis

Advertisement ran from August 16, 1854 to October 24, 1855.

1855 July 11. The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel. (Cadiz, Ohio.) July 11, 1855, Vol. 22, No. 11, P. 3.

Something New. Stereoscopes may be obtained at Davis’ Daguerrean Rooms. The advantage of this mode of arrangement in viewing likenesses over the ordinary one is great.

By looking through a lens at a picture, a rounded figure in all its proportions is seen, resembling a marble statue or wax figure.

Every one who has his Daguerreotype taken should have it put up in a stereoscope case. Call and examine. H. Davis. July 4, 1855

Advertisement ran from July 11, to October 17, 1855

1855 October 24. The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel. (Cadiz, Ohio.) October 24, 1855, Vol. 22, No. 26, P. 2.

Sky-Light H. Davis Has Recently A Daguerrean Sky-Light in the West Wing Of The “Mansion House.” This Sky-Light gives unrivalled depth of tone; softness of light and shade; and perfection of drapery. Pictures taken on the most reasonable terms, and warranted to please.

Advertisement ran from October 24, 1855 to August 20, 1856.

1856 August 20. The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel. (Cadiz, Ohio.) August 20, 1856, Vol. 23, No. 16, P. 2.

Ambrotypes. Pictures on Glass are acknowledged Superior to Daguerreotypes. H. Davis is taking first class pictures in this new mode. Call and examine his specimens and get your likeness.

Advertisement ran from August 20, 1856 to February 25, 1857.

1857 February 4. The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel. (Cadiz, Ohio.) February 4, 1857, Vol. 23, No. 40, P. 2.

Attention!! I Hereby Announce To The Public, that I am prepared to furnish good Ambrotype Likenesses for fifty cents and upwards.

Now is the time to get cheap and good pictures. Call and examine my Specimens at the Mansion House. H. Davis.

Advertisement ran from February 4 to September 24, 1857.

1857 April 30. The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel.(Cadiz, Ohio.) April 30, 1857, Vol. 23, No. 52, P. 2.

Cadiz Business Men. Our readers who wish to make purchases in Cadiz, or have work done by the mechanics of the place, can find the cards of the following gentlemen in the Sentinel; all of whom we take great pleasure in recommending as good, clever fellows and upright dealers, as is proved by the fact of their patronizing their county papers in the way of advertising:—…Daguerrean Artist.—H. Davis.

1857 September 24. The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel. (Cadiz, Ohio.) September 24, 1857, Vol. 24, No. 21, P. 2.

Removal. Opposite the “Mansion House,” I have fitted up a large Sky Light Daguerrean Gallery, and will furnish my customers with first class pictures with the latest improvements.

Ambrotypes, or pictures on glass, on patent leather, or on paper, which may be sent in letters to any distance without additional postage. H. Davis.

1857 September 24. The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel. (Cadiz, Ohio.) September 24, 1857, Vol. 24, No. 21, P. 2.

Removal. Opposite the “Mansion House,” I have fitted up a large Sky Light Daguerrean Gallery, and will furnish my customers with first class pictures with the latest improvements.

Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, and Photographs, or pictures on glass, on patent leather, or on paper, which may be sent in letters to any distance without additional postage. H. Davis.

Advertisement ran from October 1, 1857 to February 10, 1858.

1858 April 21. The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel. (Cadiz, Ohio.) April 21, 1858, Vol. 24, No. 49, P. 3.

Likenesses. Put up in good style at Davis’ mammoth Sky Light Daguerrean Gallery, from this date till after New Year’s day.

Remember that Davis took the first premium and was awarded two diplomas for best specimen of Likenesses at the Harrison county fair in 1857. April 7, 1858.

Advertisement ran from April 7 to 21, 1858.

1858 April 28. The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel. (Cadiz, Ohio.) April 28, 1858, Vol. 24, No. 51, P. 2.

Davis’s Photographic and Ambrotype Gallery. Thankful for their liberal patronage hitherto; I now take the opportunity of announcing to the citizens of Cadiz and the surrounding Country, that I have just received a large assortment of Daguerrian Stock, and am prepared, by availing myself of the latest improvements, to take first class likenesses, and put them up in plain or fancy cases as the customer may wish, and that on the Most Favorable Terms.

Call and examine my specimens; they will speak for themselves; and convince you that for fineness, clearness ofcomplection [sic.] and brilliancy of drapery, they cannot be equaled.

Entire satisfaction will be given. Likenesses taken in all kinds of weather. The best time for taking the likenesses of infants, is between the hours of 10 A. M. and 3 P. M. Persons having likenesses of deceased or absent friends, can have them copied, and greatly improved. In taking a number of likenesses a liberal deduction will be made. April 21, 1858. H. Davis.

Advertisement ran from April 28 to June 2, 1858.

1859 October 26. The Cadiz Democratic Sentinel. (Cadiz, Ohio.) October 26, 1859, Vol. 26, No. 26, P. 1.

Report of the Awarding Committee of the Harrison County Agricultural Society, Held at Cadiz on the 5^th, 6^th and 7^th days of October, A. D. 1859….Ambrotypes…2d Premium…1,00

Davis, Ari

January 23, 2025Daguerreian Stock and Materials, LecturerAri Davis, Boston Massachusetts, Daguerreian Materials, Lecturerpioneeramericanphotographers

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

1842 19 Court Sq., Boston, Massachusetts.¹

1843 75 Court, Boston, Massachusetts.¹

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

1811 May 18. Vital Records of Princeton, Massachusetts.

Born May 18, 1811 to Daniel & Lydia Davis.

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

Philosophical Instrument Maker.

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

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

Advertisement ran from June 9 to June 23, 1840

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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