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John C. Helms

Daguerreotypes, ,

1853                111 Bowery, New York, New York.

John C. Helmes was recorded in an advertisement that ran on September 14, 1853 in The New York Herald (New York, New York).  Daguerreotypes.—Those who want a Good picture will call at Helmes’ daguerrian gallery, No. 111 Bowery, where likenesses are taken in a superior style with all the improvements in the art, by one of the largest skylights in the world on reasonable terms.  Constantly on hand a rich and handsome assortment of fancy cases and frames, at the usual moderate prices.  We have not found it necessary to reduce our price, in order to palm off a miserable apology for a picture, our likenesses being of that character that they recommend themselves to a discerning public at a reasonable price.  Daguerreotypes in oil and all other new styles, made at this establishment.

Recorded in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry as John C. Helme activity dates 1846 to 1856.

William J. Hazlip

Daguerreotypes, ,

1852-1853       Rooms in Temperance Hall, Woodville, Mississippi.

William J. Hazlip was recorded in two announcements and one advertisement in The Woodville Republican.  The first announcement appeared on November 30, 1852.  We would inform our country friends that Mr. Wm. Hazlip has opened his Daguerreotype gallery at the Hall of the Sons of Temperance.  Call and see him.

The second announcement appeared on December 7, 1852.  We would again remind the public that they have now a rare opportunity to procure elegant daguerreotype likenesses.  Mr. Hazlip can be found at the temperance hall, prepared to take the most exquisite likenesses.

The advertisement ran from December 14, 1852 to February 1, 1853.  Daguerreotypes.  W. J. Hazlip, takes pleasure in announcing to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Woodville and Vicinity, that he has opened a Daguerreotype Gallery, in the Temperance Hall, where he has every facility for executing in the most superb style of the art, Daguerreotype likenesses, of all reasonable sizes.  And having a superior instrument; a complete assortment of every variety of case, and working after all of the late improvements in the art, cannot fail to give satisfaction without which no.

Ladies and Gentlemen are respectfully invited to visit his room and xamine late specimens.

William J. Hazlip is not recorded in other photographic directories.

P. W. Hays

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Melainotypes, , , ,

1859                Location Unknown, Kersey, Elk County, Pennsylvania.

P. W. Hays was recorded in an advertisement that ran on June 15, 1859 in the Clearfield Republican (Clearfield, Pennsylvania). P. W. Hays, Daguerrean, Melainotypist, Ambrotypist, and Justice Of The Peace,—Kersey, Elk County, Pa.

P. W. Hays is not recorded in other photographic directories.

L. Haynes

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1850                Rooms at the Franklin House, up-stairs, Fremont, Ohio.                                              1851                Rooms In the Hall 3d Story Buckland’s Building, Fremont, Ohio.

L. Haynes was recorded in two advertisements and one announcement in the Fremont Weekly Freeman (Fremont, Ohio). The first advertisement ran from July 27 to August 24, 1850. Daguerreotypes. Daguerreian Likenesses, taken in all forms, and in the most approved styles by L. Haynes.  Miniatures enveloped in Frames, Cases, Lockets, Ladies’ Bracelets, Pins, Finger-rings, &c.

Ladies should always dress in Dark.  A Dark scarf is the most suitable neck dress for the Gentlemen.  Rooms—At the Franklin House, up-stairs: where he will remain a few days only.  The Ladies and gentlemen of Fremont and vicinity, are respectfully invited to call and examine his specimens, which he does not hesitate to compare with the most efficient operators.  Operating hours from 8 A. M., until 5 P. M.

The announcement appeared on June 21, 1851.  Mr. L. Haynes’ Daguerrean advertisement in the Freeman to-day, should be ready by all who want good likenesses of themselves or friends.  We have examined some of his pictures, and find them fully equal to any we have before seen.

The second advertisement ran from June 21 to September 20, 1851.  Admittance Free.  New Daguerrean rooms In the Hall 3d Story Buckland’s Building.  Daguerrean Likenesses taken in the most approved styles, fully developing the highest improvement of the Art, By L. Haynes, who will render his services to the citizens of Fremont and vicinity for a short time only.  From his long experience and through knowledge of the business, (being in possession of a quick working instrument of a superior quality which will enable him to take pictures in all kinds of weather) he does not hesitate to warrant perfect satisfaction to any who may favor him with a call—and

Of these for whom you find emotions cherish,                                                                                              Secure the shadow, ere the substance perish.

Miniatures enveloped in frames, cases, lockets, ladies bracelets, pins. Finger-rings, &c.  N. B.  The subscriber has also a splendid assortment of Gold Lockets, which he will offer at a very low rate.

Come and see for Yourselves.  Ladies should always, if convenient, dress in dark.  A dark scarf is the most suitable neck dress for gentlemen.  Instructions in the art will be given on reasonable terms.      Opening hours from 8 A. M. to 5 P. M.

L. Haynes is not recorded in other photographic directories.

H. Hayer

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1854                Over Gilman’s Drug Store, Pennsylvania Avenue, between 6th and 7th Streets,                               Washington, D. C.

H. Hayer was recorded in an advertisement that ran on July 15, i854 in the Daily Evening Star (Washington, D. C.) 25 Cent Daguerreotypes.  The Great New York Picture Gallery is flourishing rapidly.  After the departure of Hayer, it has fallen into the hands of Prof. Stewart, who is taking those beautiful pictures by the new French process.  I have in my employ Prof. Stiltz, who is not only one of the best daguerrean artist in the United States but in the world, and we guaranted to suit all who may favor us with a call in Pennsylvania avenue between 6th and 7th streets, over Gilman’s Drug Store, at the old stand of J. J. Woodbridge.

H. Hayer is not recorded in other photographic directories. Nor is Prof. Stewart or Prof. Stiltz. John J. Woodbridge is recorded in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry as being active in New York City, New Bern, North Carolina, Baltimore, Maryland, and Cincinnati, Ohio.

S. T. Hawley. 

Daguerreotypes, ,

1842                150 State Street, opposite Given’s Hotel, Schenectady, New York.

S. T. Hawley was recorded in an advertisement that ran from June 10 & 17, 1842 in The Reflector and Schenectady Democrat (Schenectady, New York).  Daguerreotype Studio.  No. 150 State street, up stairs, opposite Givens’ Hotel.  Splendid Work Of Nature And Art.  Miniature Portraits by the Daguerreotype taken in any weather from 8½ A. M., till 4½ P. M., in a style which cannot be surpassed.

By this process, a miniature can be taken in twenty-five minutes which will be recognized at a glance, as a perfect likeness, and cannot be otherwise that accurate, as it is entirely the work of nature.  Time required in sitting, from 20 seconds to 2½ minutes.  Satisfaction given, or nothing will be demanded.     S. T. Hawley.

S. T. Hawley is not recorded in other photographic directories.

George Hawes

Daguerreotypes, ,

1842                Over the Store of George Smith, Wayland, Massachusetts.

Information on George Hawes is from a Manuscript at the Wayland Historical Society, Wayland, Massachusetts.  George Hawes a native of Wayland opens a laboratory for making Daguerreotypes over the store of George Smith.  In the 1850 U. S. Census, George Hawes age 33, is listed as a daguerreotypist.  Two daguerreotypes by Hawes are in their collection.

George Hawes does not appear in other photographic directories.

G. W. J. Hawes

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1845                Over the Post Office, Nantucket, Massachusetts.                                                                1845                105 Union Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.                                                                1846                Over Mr. Orison Adam’s store, Nantucket, Massachusetts.                                          1847                Over Frederick Gardner & Co store, Nantucket, Massachusetts.

G. W. J. Hawes appeared in three advertisements and one announcement in the Nantucket Inquirer (Nantucket, Massachusetts). The first advertisement was recorded on May 12, 1845.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  G. W. Hawes has taken Rooms over the Post Office; where he will remain a few days, for the purpose of taking likenesses—colored, or not, as persons may prefer.  Charge for likeness and the setting, $2,50.

Mr. H. having had long experience in the business, is prepared to give the most fastidious perfect satisfaction, or no sale.

Miniature settings, such as gold, plated, and washed lockets, always on hand.  He would also give notice that he is permanently located at 105 Union street, New Bedford, where he or his partner will be happy to wait upon their patrons in the best style.  May 5.

The announcement appeared on July 26, 1845. Miniatures By Daguerreotype.  G. W. Hawes has returned to the Island and taken rooms over the old Post Office, where he will remain a few days—Persons can have a likenesses taken, with or without coloring as they may prefer, and warranted to suit them, or they are not expected to take them.  Price $2,50.  A variety of washed, plated, and gold Lockets always on hand. 

The second advertisement appeared on April 22, 1846 and ran from April 22 to July 1, 1846. Miniatures.  G. W. J. Hawes Has returned to the Island again and taken rooms over Mr. Orison Adam’s store and is now prepared to wait on any who may call.  Having procured the new and improved apparatus, he is prepared to take Miniatures in the best style, colored if they choose, and set them in a good case, for $1,50.  Pictures set in Lockets for $3,25, and $3,50.  A great variety of washed, plated, and gold Lockets, always on hand.  a10.

The third advertisement appeared on May 14, 1847.  Daguerreotype Miniatures.  G. W. J. Hawes respectfully inform the inhabitants of Nantucket, that he has taken rooms over Frederick Gardner & Co.’s store.  Persons wishing Miniatures can now procure them in style and finish unsurpassed by any.  Long practice enables him to take Pictures of any style or coloring desired.

Pictures taken in cloudy weather as well as in fair.  Also, children of any age, and family groups of four or eight persons taken on one plate.  Lockets and Miniature Settings always on hand.

Those visiting New Bedford, will find us permanently located at Nos. 1 and 3, Liberty Hall, corner of Purchase and William streets.  m19.  G. W. J. Hawes & Co.

G. W. J. Hawes is not recorded in other photographic directories. A Directory of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900 does list  Charles E. Hawes in 1845 in New Bedford at 105 Union Street but G. W. J. does not appear in the city directory.

J. R. Hartsock

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1851                Rooms at Gordy’s Hotel, Franklin, Louisiana.

J R Hartsock was recorded in two announcements in The Planters’ Banner (Franklin, Louisiana).  The first announcement appeared on February 27, 1851.  Mr. J. R. Hartsock, a Daguerreotypist of considerable notoriety in his profession, has arrived here from New Orleans, and may be seen for a few days at Mr. Gordy’s Hotel, where he has a room fitted up and everything in full preparation for taking likenesses of every size—and good ones, too—on the most reasonable terms, and warranted to give full satisfaction.  He has already taken some excellent ones during his short sojourn, which he will take pleasure in exhibiting to those who wish to see them, by calling as above, where he may be found at all hours throughout the day.

The second announcement appeared on February 27, 1851.  To the Public.  Having, on account of previous engagements, been compelled to leave Franklin before I finished all the work I had promised to do, I take this opportunity to express the high sense of gratitude I feel towards my friends and acquaintances in the parish of St. Mary, for the kindness and patronage I received from them during the short stay I made among them, and particularly to my worthy friend, Mr. Rundell, whom I found extremely courteous and kind.  I would also say to those of my friends who may wish work in my line, that they had better call upon Mr. Rundell very soon, and have their pictures taken, as he intends leaving in a short time, and I can assure them that they will get as good work from him as they can from any other artist in America.  J. R. Hartsock, Daguerreotypist.

J R. Hartsock is not recorded in other photographic directories.

A. D’Orathon Hartman

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1852                233 Broadway, New York, New York.                                                                                    1853                627 Broadway, New York, New York.

A. D’Orathon Hartman was recorded in two announcements in The New York Herald  (New York, New York).  The first announcement ran on June 7, 1852.  Reduced Prices—One Week More!—Go And see A. Hartman’s Exhibition of the Haytien and Dominican Collection, at Meade Brothers, No. 233 Broadway.  The whole ceremony of the Coronation of the Emperor and of Hayti, in full dress, the whole Court, Ministers, Consuls, and all the most influential personages of the empires by the Daguerreotype.  Admission, 25 cents, from 8 A. M. till 6 P. M.

The second announcement ran on June 20, 1853.  Daguerreotypes.—Have you seen Hartman’s daguerrean gallery, one of the marvels of New York?  Have you had your likeness taken in his splendid skylight studio, the best and most elegantly appropriated in the city?  These are the prevailing questions among ladies of fashion.  Well, if not, go to 627 Broadway, where you will have the rare chance of admiring something entirely new, artistic, and worthy of more than a mere visit.  Taste and refined politeness, as well as efficient science in the doing, are displayed in that gorgeous establishment, which is full of the choicest and most rare specimens of all descriptions.

A. D’Orathon Hartman is recorded in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry as being active in New York city in 1853-1854.