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Gray, L.

Daguerreotypes, ,

1853                Address Unknown, Oswego, New York.

1853 February.  Photographic Art-Journal.  (New York, New York.) February 1853, Vol. 5, No. 2, P. 112.

Minutes of The N. Y. State Daguerrean Association…Moved that Nichols, Benedict and Whitney, be a committee to investigate the character and good standing of the persons proposed for membership, and report at this meeting.,,

The committee of investigation reported the names of J. B. Marcus, Chenango; G. Evans, Utica; L. Gray, Oswego; E. A. Hudson, Syracuse; Mrs. Agnes M. Armstrong, Peekskill; Mrs. Marcilia W. Barnes, Salem Cross Roads; all of whom were unanimously elected…

Gray, John C.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , , , ,

1846                Address Unknown, Jamestown, New York.

1850                Granite Building, Main Street, over D. M. Cosby & Co., Jamestown, New York.

1852-1859       Main and Second Streets, Allen’s Exchange Building, Jamestown, New York.

1858-1859       Main Street, near the Bridge, Jamestown, New York.

1846 July 10.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  July 10, 1846, Vol. XX, No. 1046, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Gallery.—We lately visited the Daguerreotype Picture Gallery of Mr. J. C. Gray, and was surprised to observe the improvement there has been made in the art.  Mr. Gray can have but few equals; his portraits are true to nature.  For fineness and strength of outline, beautiful gradations of shade, and life-like color, together with delicate tinting by means of the pencil, they excel in beauty and expression any thing of the kind we have ever seen.

Mr Gray has devoted much time in the acquirement of the art, and has spared no expense in providing himself with apparatus of the best quality.  We understand that he intends leaving town in a few days, and would advise all those wishing for a perfect likeness of themselves or friends, to call on him immediately.

1850 February 15.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  February 15, 1850, Vol. XXIV, No. 39, Whole No. 1,235, P. 3.

Last Opportunity.  The undersigned have formed a partnership for mutual benefit in traveling, would respectfully announce to the citizens of Jamestown and vicinity that they will remain with them but a short time longer.  Meanwhile they will be pleased to wait upon all those who may wish to secure of themselves or friends, that beautiful gem for Memory’s casket, the Daguerreotype.

Having availed themselves of all the late improvements, and applied them with experienced manipulation, they flatter themselves they can produce photographic likenesses in beauty, correctness and durability inferior to none in the country.

They have on hand a large variety of rosewood and gilt frames, passpatout, paper mache book, and other fancy cases, and also a large assortment of gilt and gold lockets.

They may be found in the Granite Building opposite the Post Office, always ready to wait upon customers from 8, A. M. to 5 P. M.  J. C. Gray.  G. R. Martin.

Advertisement ran from February 15 to March 29, 1850.

1852 February 27.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  February 27, 1852, Vol. XXVII, No. 41, Whole No. 1,341, P. 2.

Mr. John C. Gray, Daguerrean, has established himself in the 2d story of Allen’s Exchange Buildings.  By means of a superior sky-light he is now enabled to take likenesses that are not surpassed.  John Used to have the reputation of doing his work in this way, but he beats himself now.

1852 February 27.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  February 27, 1852, Vol. XXVII, No. 41, Whole No. 1,341, P. 3.

J. C. Gray, Daguerrean Artists, Corner of Main and Second-sts.  Sky-light Operating Rooms.

Advertisement ran from February 27, 1852 to April 21, 1854.

1854 April 28.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  April 28, 1854, Vol. XXVIII, No. 50, Whole No. 1454, P. 1.

John C. Gray, Daguerrean Artists, Corner of Main and Second streets.  Sky-light Operating Rooms, Jamestown, N. Y.

Advertisement ran from April 28, August 4, 1854.

1854 August.  The Photographic And Fine Art Journal.  (New York, New York.)  August 1854 Vol. 7, No. 8, P. 256.

Mr. J. C. Gray , of Jamestown, N. Y., gave us the pleasure of a visit within a few days, and we found him the unassuming gentleman we had anticipated from his letters.  Such artist honor the art. 

1854 August 11.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  August 11, 1854, Vol. XXIX, No. 13, Whole No. 1,469, P. 1.

Gray & Hoard, Daguerrean Artists.  Corner of Main and Second streets.  Sky-light Operating Rooms.  Jamestown, N. Y.

Advertisement ran from August 11, 1854 to June 13, 1856.

1856 January 11.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  January 11, 1856, Vol. XXX, No. 35, Whole No. 1,543, P. 3.

Kast your eye this Way.  As many persons enquire for “Dollar Daguerreotypes” we would say to all such, that you can be accommodated at that price until the first of March.  Pains will be taken to give satisfaction as usual, and the Daguerreotypes will be put up in neat and durable cases.  Likenesses of Children will not be taken for a lesser sum than one Dollar and Fifty Cents.  A new stock of rich and beautiful cases just received.  Get your likenesses in the best kind we have got and you can have it cheap for ready pay.  Gray & Hoard.

N. B.  Miss. coax that fine looking gentleman to give you his Daguerreotype.  Sir, coax that pretty lady to sit for her likeness, you’ll have to pay for it, you know, so what’s the odds? 

Advertisement ran from January 11 to February 8, 1856.

1856 January 25.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  January 25, 1856, Vol. XXX, No. 37, Whole No. 1,545, P. 3.

Division of County!  This question has been agitated more or less for several years, and until the present time we have smothered our indignation and kept silent.  Good friends don’t you think it would be a good plan for the people of this County to form themselves into parties of from one to as many as they please, and Call On Gray & Hoard for their Daguerreotypes; for a single person it would cost one Dollar, and so on up into the pictures; for a married person, the case, of course would be different, for then the cost would be only just the same.  Groups cost a trifle more, and if you want some of our Richest Cases or Lockets, why then, you can have them at your own price, providing always that your price is a leetle more than ours.  Come along good folks we’re always accessible.  Gray & Hoard, Allen’s Exchange, up stairs.

Advertisement ran from January 25 to February 8, 1856.

1856 January 25.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  January 25, 1856, Vol. XXX, No. 37, Whole No. 1,545, P. 3.

$000,001.00 For a Daguerreotype Likeness that will not Fade half so soon as the man that made it, even if it was taken by Gray & Hoard, at Allen’s Exchange, up stairs.

Advertisement ran from January 25 to March 21, 1856.

1856 March 28.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  March 28, 1856, Vol. XXX, No. 40, Whole No. 1,554, P. 3.

Look at This!  Examine it well, and you will perceive that “Mother Earth” is represented in mans’ apparel, supposed it is all right, men wear shawls, and women unmentionables, and Gray & Hoard, has just purchased part of $347, 000 worth of Daguerreotype Stock which they hope to dispose of to such advantage as to enable them to continue making Good Pictures at Low Prices.—We shall prepare in a few days to make Ambrotypes and Photographs in a style not to be surpassed.    Gray & Hoard.  Jamestown, March 4, 1856.  

Advertisement ran from March 28 to May 30, 1856.

1856 June 13.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  June 13, 1856, Vol. XXX, No. 40, Whole No. 1,554, P. 3.

Look at This!  Examine it well, and you will perceive that “Mother Earth” is represented in mans’ apparel, supposed it is all right, men wear shawls, and women unmentionables, and Gray & Hoard, has just purchased part of $347, 000 worth of Daguerrotype Stock which they hope to dispose of to such advantage as to enable them to continue making Good Pictures at Low Prices.—We shall prepare in a few days to make Ambrotypes and Photographs in a style not to be surpassed.    John C. Gray.         

Advertisement ran from June 13 to August 29, 1856.

1856 June 13.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  June 13, 1856, Vol. XXX, No. 40, Whole No. 1,554, P. 3.

$000,001.00 For a Daguerreotype Likeness that will not Fade half so soon as the man that made it, even if it was taken by Gray & Hoard, at Allen’s Exchange, up stairs.

Advertisement ran from June 13, 1856 to May 29, 1857.

1856 June 20.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  June 20, 1856, Vol. XXXI, No. 6, Whole No. 1566, P. 1.

John C. Gray, Daguerrean Artists, Corner of Main and Second streets.  Sky-light Operating Rooms, Jamestown, N. Y.

Advertisement ran from June 20, 1856 to December 30, 1859.

1856 November 28.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  November 28, 1856, Vol. XXXI, No. 29, Whole No. 1589, P. 2.

It has been said that Lord Byron used large quantities of vinegar in his food, and likewise drank a great deal for the purpose of preventing corpulency; this was his taste.  The old woman who kissed the cow, shewed a taste of a different kind—but the taste you can exhibit, dear reader, will be to go to Gray and get one of his inimitable Daguerreotypes.  They cost but a Dollar or Two and are well worth the money.  Come to Allen’s Exchange, up-stairs.  John C. Gray.

Advertisement ran from November 28, 1856 to May 29, 1857.

1856 December 12.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  December 12, 1856, Vol. XXXI, No. 30, Whole No. 1591, P. 2.

Ho For The Holidays!   Christmas is coming!  The New Year is not far off!  Are you prepared to make your friend a present?  Do you wish to treat yourself to one?  Of course you do; Then call on Gray and get a good Daguerreotype Likenesses of yourself or your Father, Mother, Brother, Sister, Aunt, or that sweet charming Cousin or Friend!—Don’t be bashful.  Gray gets up a fine likeness and at reasonable rates.  Rooms corner of Second and Main Sts., over Allen’s Store.  The earlier part of the day is preferable, at this season of the year.  J. C. Gray. 

Advertisement ran from December 12, 1856 to January 2, 1857.

1857 August 14.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  August 14, 1857, Vol. XXXII, No. 9, Whole No. 1626, P. 2.

Ambrographs and Papiertypes, a very convenient kind of Portrait for sending by Mail, cost from 50 cents to One Dollar.

Advertisement ran from August 14 to October 2, 1857.

1857 August 28.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  August 28, 1857, Vol. XXXII, No. 9, Whole No. 1591, P. 2.

The Comet has passed, without annihilating anybody, or even shaking us out of our boots; indeed the only jar we sensibly felt, was a jar of butter for which we paid twenty cents per pound, and now we cannot use it, in making of Daguerreotypes it not being strong enough for the purpose, although it is sufficiently strong for the practical use to which we apply it; still, Butter or no Butter, we can and will make, as good a Daguerreotype, Ambrotype, or Papiertype for as low a sum as will afford us a fair remuneration for so doing.  J. C. Gray.  Over D. Allen’s Store, corner Main and Second Sts.

Advertisement ran from August 28 to October 2, 1857.

1857 October 2.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  October 2, 1857, Vol. XXXII, No. 16, Whole No. 1633, P. 2.

Curiosity Shop.  If you have any curiosity to see the curiosities, gratify your curiosity by going to Gray’s curious Curiosity Shop, where may be seen by the curious, curious things—including may very fine Portraits of notable divines and others.  Photographic Views—Photographs of Mrs. Cunningham and Dr. Burdell, &c. &c. above all, you may see a very modest and good looking gentleman, who for a trifling consideration will make you a Daguerreotype or Ambrotype that will be sure to give satisfaction.  Don’t forget the place, viz:  Corner of Main and Second sts., over D. Allen’s store.  J. C. Gray. 

Advertisement ran on 2 & 16, 1857.

1857 October 16.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  October 16, 1857, Vol. XXXII, No. 18, Whole No. 1635, P. 3.

Chautauqua Co. Bank & Jamestown Bank.  Money wanted at 5 per cent Premium, in exchange for the best kind of Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, &c., &c., at Gray’s Picture Gallery, over D. Allen’s Store corner of Main and Second streets, up stairs.

Advertisement ran from October 16 to November 20, 1857.

1858 May 28.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  May 28, 1858, Vol. XXXII, No. 50, Whole No. 1667, P. 3.

Removal.  The Subscriber has removed his Daguerrean and Photographic Gallery a few doors south of its former location, where he has fitted up a very commodious suite of rooms, the operating apartment of which is suited to any complexion, strength of sight or color of the eyes.  It is just such an arrangement of light as twelve years experience dictated, which combine with a good theoretical knowledge, and increased facilities for Doing Good Work, sparing no expense in obtaining and putting in practice all valuable improvements, he is enabled to offer a Perfect Picture at the Lowest Prices, That can be reasonably desired.  Daguerreotypes Photographs, and every variety of the Ambrotype, made at this establishment, Main Street, near the Bridge.

John C. Gray.                                                 

Advertisement ran from May 28 to December 31, 1858.

1858 June 4.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  June 4, 1858, Vol. XXXII, No. 51, Whole No. 1668, P. 2.

Moth can kept from Clothing, simply by giving the clothing two good coats of Paint; so says Gray the Daguerreotypist, whose place of business is in Main street, near the Bridge.

Advertisement ran from June 4 to July 30, 1858.

1858 June 18.  Jamestown Journal.  (Jamestown, New York.)  June 18, 1858, Vol. XXXII, No. 53, Whole No. 1690, P. 2.

A Frenchman told the waiter who was mixing a lemonade for him, not to make it “fortnight.”  “Fortnight! What do you mean!’ asked the hero of the lemon squeezer.  “Sare, you sall make him strong—not too weak.”  The waiter made it strong, and Gray makes capital pictures at his new gallery on Main Street near the Bridge.                    

Gove, William S.

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

1846                Rooms over D. S. Dutton’s Store, Lower Village, Claremont, New Hampshire.

1847                Rooms at the Ocean House, Gloucester, Massachusetts.

1847-1849       128 Merrimack Street, Billings’ Block, Lowell, Massachusetts.

1849-1850       Central Street, Canal Block, Lowell, Massachusetts.

1850                Wyman’s Exchange, Lowell, Massachusetts.

1850                7 Main Street, Taunton, Massachusetts.

1851                Water Street, over the Insurance Office, Evansville, Indiana.

1853                Keenan House, Huntsville, Texas.

1846 November 6.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  November 6, 1846, Vol. XII, No. 3, Whole No. 575, P. 2.

Gove[1] & Clark would respectfully inform the citizens of this place and vicinity, that they have taken rooms over D. S. Dutton’s Store, at the Lower Village, for a few days only, where they will execute Likenesses in the most perfect style that the art can produce.

The public are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens.

1847 June 12.  Cape Ann and Gloucester Telegraph.  (Gloucester. Massachusetts.)  June 12, 1847, New Series—Vol. V, No. 24, P. 3.

Wm. S. Gove & F. A. Tyler, Respectfully inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Gloucester and vicinity that the have taken Rooms at the Ocean House, for a short time, where they are prepared to execute Daguerreotype Miniatures, in the most perfect style the art can produce.

N. B.  Miniatures taken in any weather, beautifully colored, and neatly set in Lockets, Pins, Rings, Bracelets or Cases.

The public are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens.

Advertisement ran from June 12 to July 3, 1847.

1847 June 16.  The Telegraph.  (Gloucester. Massachusetts.)  June 16, 1847, Vol. XXI, No. 48, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.—Messrs. Gove & Tyler, at the Ocean House, take some excellent pictures,  Give them a call.

1847 June 19.  Cape Ann and Gloucester Telegraph.  (Gloucester. Massachusetts.)  June 19, 1847, New Series—Vol. V, No. 26, P. 1.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.—Messrs. Gove & Tyler, at the Ocean House, take some excellent pictures,  Give them a call.

1847 July 9.  Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  July 9, 1847, Vol. VII, No. 33, P. 3.

Removal.  T. Pearson Has removed from Wentworth’s Building to Billings’ Block, No. 128, Merrimack Street, (First Brick Block below City Hall.)—Having been at great expense in putting in a Sky-light, which enables him to produce a Picture, with or without Colors, and neatly set in Lockets, Pins, Rings, Bracelets, or Cases, equal to any artitt (sic.) in the country, at prices varying according to the quality of material used, as cheap as at any other place in the city.

The public are respectfully invited to call and examine Specimens.  Perfect satisfaction guaranteed, in all cases, or no charge.  T. Pearson,  W. S. Gove.

Advertisement ran from July 9 to 23, 1847.

1848 February 11.  Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  February 11, 1848, Vol. VIII, No. 12, P. 2.

A Sleigh-Ride.  The scholars of Messrs. Pearson & Grove’s writing academy are preparing for a grand sleigh ride to Nashua.  They expect to turn out two or three hundred, and will be accompanied by a band of music.

1848 July 7.  Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  July 7, 1848, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Messrs. Pearson & Gove Would respectfully inform the citizens of Lowell, and strangers who may visit the city on the Fourth, who are in want of Likenesses, to call at their Rooms, 128 Merrimack Street, Previous to calling any where else, and examine our specimens, as we have made extensive arrangements for that day.  We feel com=nfident that we shall be able to serve all who may favor us with their patronage.

Come One—Come All!  Don’t forget the Number, 128 Merrimack-st., first Brick Block below the City Hall, opposite Kirk-st.

1848 November 17.  Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  November 17, 1848, Vol. VIII, No. 52, P. 2.

Sky Light Miniatures.  Mr. W. S. Gove, a good practical daguerrian artist, has taken the rooms, 128 Merrimack street, lately occupied by Mr. T. Pearson, and will keep up the high character of the establishment for superior miniatures.

1848 November 17.  Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  November 17, 1848, Vol. VIII, No. 52, P. 2.

Sky-Light Miniatures Are The Best.  Wm. S. Gove, Would inform his friends and former patrons that he has taken the Daguerreotype Rooms, formerly occupied by T. Pearson and himself, No. 128—Merrimack-St.—No. 128 (Billing’s Block.) 1st Brock Block below City Hall, where he will be happy to receive calls from all those that are in want of first-rate Pictures of themselves or friends.  Having lately taken instruction of one of the best operators in Boston, in regard to making Top-Light Pictures, he is now ready to execute Miniatures, single or in groups, in the neatest possible manner, which for brilliancy, softness of shadows, and life-like expression, cannot be equalled (sic.) in Lowell—for proof please call and see for yourself.

Prices Varying From $1.00 to $10.00

Pictures taken in all kinds of Weather, and neatly set in Frames, Cases, Lockets, Pins, Watch Keys and Rings, and warranted to give satisfaction.

Particular attention paid to Pupils.

Copies taken from Portraits, Miniatures, Paintings, Engravings or Statuary.  Also of deceased persons.

Don’t forget the Number!—128—Pearson & Grove’s old room.

Advertisement ran from November 17, 1848 to February 16, 1849.

1849 July 6.  Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  July 6, 1849, Vol. IX, No. 33, P. 2.

Removed.  Mr. W. S. Gove, one of the best daguerreotype artists in the country, has opened a new suit of rooms in the new “Canal Block,” Central street.  He has a splendid sky-light, arranged to his express order.

1849 July 13.  Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  July 13, 1849, Vol. IX, No. 34, P. 2.

New Stores On Central Street.—…

Second Floor—Offices.  Abbott & Brown, lawyers, Benj. Poole, do. A. W. Farr, do.  John Ladd, do.  H, G. Blaisdell, do.  E. L. Shed, constable.  Wm. S. Gove, daguerrean artists.

This block has been christened and will be hereafter known as “Canal Block.”

1849 July 27.  Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  July 27, 1849, Vol. IX, No. 36, P. 3.

Gove’s New Daguerrian Gallery, Canal Block, Central-St., Lowell, Mass.  Wm. S. Gove respectfully informs his friends that he has recently fitted up New and Spacious Rooms in a style unsurpassed by any other in the city—having perfected a powerful light, yet so mellow that he is enabled to take the likenesses of Children and others in a few seconds, with perfect ease to the sitter, retaining a perfectly natural expression.

Miniatures taken by Side or Top-Light, single or in groups, in any weather, and warranted no to Fade.

The public are respectfully invited to Call and Examine Specimens, and satisfy themselves.

Particular attention paid to pupils.

Likenesses of sick or deceased persons taken.

Painted or Daguerreotype Likenesses accurately copied.

Adverrtisement ran from July 27 to October 12, 1849.

1849 October 5.  Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  October 5, 1849, Vol. IX, No. 46, P. 6.

In the days of our grandmother, when people had their portraits taken, they almost invariably had to label them to prevent persons from being unable to recognize the originals at some future time.  And even then, when strangers happened to look at the pictures, their first remark would be something about the advanced age of the sitter.  To this thing there were but few exceptions.  Rarely could you fine a good portrait painter.  And the cost of a portrait, too, was so expensive, that but few people could afford the luxury of a counterfeit likeness of themselves.

At the present day, however, it is entirely different.  The invention of M. Daguerre has placed within reach of the poorest person, in almost every country, the privilege of a portrait, a natural likeness in every particular feature, and often better looking than the original—a portrait taken in an hour, and of an expense comparatively nothing to olden times.  Daguerreotype pictures are always perfect likenesses; but some, however, that are taken, are far superior to others.  A daguerreotype artist can excel in his vocation, as well as can any other artist.  Lowell boasts of quite a number of such; but among them all, though they are all good, we think not one equals Mr. Wm. S. Gove, in the Canal Block, Central street, for the boldness, clearness, and purity and finish of pictures.  Mr. G. clearly excels in his profession.  Careful and particular, he never allows a bad picture to go from his room, (which is but a pattern of neatness itself); neither can you find in all of his many specimens one in which a blemish.  Mr Gove is decidedly the Napoleon of daguerreotypists, and we are glad to hear his excellence is beginning to be appreciated by portrait seekers in this city.  Specimens well worthy a survey can be seen at his rooms free and we advise those who do not wish a portrait to just step in and give them an overlooking, and then tell their friends what the have seen.

1850. The Pictorial Lowell Almanac for 1850.   (Lowell, Massachusetts)  P. 39.

Gove’s Daguerreian Gallery, Canal Block, Central Street, Lowell.  The undersigned respectfully informs his friends and the public, that he has had spacious Rooms, adapted expressly to his business, fitted up and furnished in a style unsurpassed by any in the city, in the new Block, spanning the Canal, on Central Street.  Being constructed under his personal supervision, he has been able to secure a light, at once powerful and yet so mellowed, that accurate likenesses, even of Children, are taken almost instantly, with perfect ease to the sitter, and exhibiting the true natural expression.

Miniatures Taken By Side Or Top Lights, Single Or In Groups, In Any Weather, And Warranted Not To Fade.

Likenesses of Sick or Deceased Persons Taken.

Painted Or Daguerreotype Likenesses Accurately Copied.

Particular Attention Paid To Pupils.

The Public Are Respectfully Invite To Call And Examine Specimens And Judge For Themselves. William S. Gove.

1850 February 22.  Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  February 22, 1850, Vol. X, No. 14, P. 2.

Gove, Daguerreotypist, Canal Block, is one of the best artists in the city.  Those in want of good pictures should not forget to call on him.  He would be most happy to wait on customers at all hours, and in all weather.

1850 March 8.  Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  March 8, 1850, Vol. X, No. 16, P. 2.

The Courier says, “the daguerreotype pictures taken by W. S. Gove, in Canal Block, Central street, are most truthful to life, and are finished in a style of beauty unsurpassed.  He has an elegant suite of rooms, and every perquisite to perfection in the art.” We endorse.

1850 March 15.  Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  March 15, 1850, Vol. X, No. 17, P. 2.

Gove, in Canal Block, has recently refitted his Saloon with new furniture, &c., and now has an establishment rarely equalled, in the line of Daguerreotypists.  Gove’s is the ne plus ultra of places for portraits.—Give him a call.  He has some new pearl cases, a new pattern, never before introduced into this city.

1850 March 22.  Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  March 22, 1850, Vol. X, No. 18, P. 2.

Gove, Canal Block, takes daguerreotypes so natural that all the lads and lasses stop and look at his specimen case at the entrance as they go buy, to admire them.  Like the old maid, all Gove wishes for is a little sun and ait=r, and he’ll make pictures “speak out, though dumb.”

1850 March 29.  Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  March 29, 1850, Vol. X, No. 19, P. 2.

Photography—the most curious discovery of the age, is shown in its best and most perfect state, in the pictures by Mr. Gove.  There is an artistic taste, an ease of attitude, softness of shadow, and velvety beauty in his daguerreotypes, not to be surpassed in any part of the country.  Those desiring pictures by the Daguerreotype should procure one of Gove’s exquisite works, by all means.  His room is in Canal Block, Central street.

1850 April 12.  Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  April 12, 1850, Vol. X, No. 21, P. 3.

Fast Day being a holiday for our operatives, it would be well for them to know that Gove, Canal Block, will keep his Daguerreotype Rooms open all day for their especial benefit, in the way of picture taking.  It would be well to call on him.

1850 April 26.  Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  April 26, 1850, Vol. X, No. 23, P. 2.

Gove’s pictures are becoming as celebrated as were ever Plumbe’s of Boston, Philadelphia, &c.  No one having Daguerreotypes taken now, fails to go to this prince of picture takers, at his rooms, Canal Block, and allow him to counterfeit his or her phiz.  He does it as natural as life, and sometimes more so.

1850 May 10.  Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  May 10, 1850, Vol. X, No. 25, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—By an advertisement in another column, it will be seen that Mr. W. A. Perry, from Boston, bearing the reputation of being one of the best Daguerrean artists in the country, has associated himself with a firm in this city, and is located at Gove’s old stand, Canal Block, Central street.

1850 May 24.  Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  May 24, 1850, Vol. X, No. 27, P. 2.

Mr. A. J. Simpson, in Wyman’s Exchange, has fitted up the nicest Daguerreotype room we were ever in.  It is in the second story, and furnished with equal splendor to any millionaire’s drawing room.—Mr. S. has made extensive arrangements for taking Daguerreotypes, and we believe has secured the services of that experienced artist Mr. W. S. Gove, late of Canal Block, whose pictures has been so universally admired by Lowell people.

1850 August 16.  Taunton Daily Gazette.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  August 16, 1850, Vol. 3, No. 56, P. 3.

Colored Daguerreotypes.  Messrs. Gove & Stone from Boston[2].  Respectfully inform the inhabitants of Taunton and vicinity, that they have taken the new sky light Daguerreotype Rooms formerly occupied by H. S. Dunshee & Brother No. 7 Main St., where they will be happy to wait upon all who may be in want of good likenesses of themselves or friends, being provided with a superior German Camera and every other facility for making good pictures, and having been for a long time practically engaged in the business, sparing neither pains nor expense in availing themselves of every improvement they feel confident that they can furnish as good pictures as can be produced in the art.  Miniatures taken in any weather single or in groups, plain or colored, and neatly set in Lockets, Bracelets, in Pins, or Cases, and warranted to give satisfaction.

Likenesses of sick or deceased persons taken. 

Painted or Daguerreotype Likenesses accurately copied.

They would respectfully invite all, whether they wish to sit for their Pictures or not, to call and examine their specimens, that they may be enabled to judge for themselves.

Advertisement ran from August 16 to August 22, 1850.

1850 August 23.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  August 23, 1850, Old Series–Vol. XIX, No. 34, New Series-Vol. III, No. 1. P. 3.

Colored Daguerreotypes.  Messrs. Gove & Stone from Boston.  Respectfully inform the inhabitants of Taunton and vicinity, that they have taken the new sky light Daguerreotype Rooms formerly occupied by H. S. Dunshee & Brother No. 7 Main St., where they will be happy to wait upon all who may be in want of good likenesses of themselves or friends, being provided with a superior German Camera and every other facility for making good pictures, and having been for a long time practically engaged in the business, sparing neither pains nor expense in availing themselves of every improvement they feel confident that they can furnish as good pictures as can be produced in the art.  Miniatures taken in any weather single or in groups, plain or colored, and neatly set in Lockets, Bracelets, in Pins, or Cases, and warranted to give satisfaction.

Likenesses of sick or deceased persons taken. 

Painted or Daguerreotype Likenesses accurately copied.

They would respectfully invite all, whether they wish to sit for their Pictures or not, to call and examine their specimens, that they may be enabled to judge for themselves.

Advertisement ran from August 23 to November 15, 1850.

1850 November 22.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  November 22, 1850, Old Series–Vol. XIX, No. 47, New Series-Vol. III, No. 14. P. 3.

William S. Gove, Daguerrean Artist, No. 7, Main Street, Over E. D. Tisdale’s Store.  Miniatures taken in any weather, in superior style, single or in groups, and neatly set in Lockets, Pins or Cases, and perfect satisfaction guaranteed, or no charge.

Advertisement ran on November 22 & 28, 1850.

1850 December 6.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  December 6, 1850, Old Series–Vol. XIX, No. 49, New Series-Vol. III, No. 16. P. 3.

Bristol County Daguerrean Gallery.  J. B. Hitchcock, Having taken the Rooms formerly occupied by Messrs. Gove & Stone, No. 7 Main Street, Taunton, Over E. D. Tisdale’s Store, would respectfully invite all, whether they contemplate sitting for their Likenesses or not, to call and examine Specimens which he is now executing at his rooms.  Having been for [a] long time practically engaged in this business and having executed over ten Thousand Likenesses, he feels confident that he can furnish as Good Pictures as can be produced in the art. 

Particular attention paid to taking Children’s Likenesses, [in] fair weather, between the hours of 10 and 2 o’clock.

Adults taken Equally As Well In Cloudy Weather as in fair.

Miniatures taken single or in Groups, and neatly set in Lockets, Pins, Cases or Frames, and warranted to give satisfaction.

Likenesses taken of sick or deceased persons at their residences, if desired.   

1851 August 27.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  August 27, 1851, Vol. IV, No. 107, P.3.

Daguerrian Gallery.  J. H. Widney would respectfully inform the citizens of Evansville and vicinity, that he has taken the rooms formerly occupied by Gove & Widney, over the Insurance Office Water street, where he has located for the purpose of conducting his profession, and would invite citizens and visitors to call at his rooms and examine his specimens, where he will be happy to furnish those who may wish their likenesses in cases of large or small size, single or in groups, in Breastpins or Lockets, on the most reasonable terms, and warranted to give perfect satisfaction.

N. B.—Instructions given in the art, on reasonable terms.  Likenesses taken in all kinds of Weather.  [aug16.]

Advertisement ran from August 27 to October 11, 1851.

1851 November 8.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  November 8, 1851, Vol. IV, No. 170, P.3.

Dobyns & Co.’S Daguerreotype Galleries.

No. 489 Main Street, Louisville, Ky.

No. 1 Fowlke’s Row, Memphis, Tenn.

Nos. 6 & 23 Camp Street, New Orleans.

Corner 4th and Chestnut sts, St. Louis, Mo.

J. T. Yearout & L. S. Lipman, of the above firm would respectfully inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Evansville and the public generally, that they have taken Rooms on Water st., over Insurance office, and that they are permanently located at Evansville, in the Daguerrean Rooms formerly occupied by Gove & Widney, where one of them may be found at all hours of the day, ready and prepared to take Likenesses of all sizes and descriptions, to exhibit specimens of their work, sell stock, give instruction in the art and wait upon all who may favor them with a call.

N. B.—All work done by them will be warranted to give perfect satisfaction or no charge made.

Constantly on hand a full supply of Daguerreotype Stock for sale.

1853 January 22.  The Huntsville Item.  (Huntsville, Texas.)  January 22, 1853, Vol. 3, No, 23, P. 2.

  Daguerreotypes.  We called at the Daguerreotype rooms of Messrs. Robbins & Gove, at the Keenan House, on Thursday evening, and noticed some fine specimens of the above art.  The general complaint respecting likenesses taken on this plan, is that they fade in time.  Some of those which we saw, have been taken years ago, and their brightness is not at all diminished.  We would advise our friends to give them a call.  See advertisement.

1853 January 22.  The Huntsville Item.  (Huntsville, Texas.)  January 22, 1853, Vol. 3, No, 23, P. 3.

Colored Daguerreotypes!  G. W. Robbins & Wm. S. Gove, respectfully inform the citizens of Huntsvill and vicinity that they have taken rooms for a short time only, at the Keenan House, where they will be happy to wait upon all who wish for likenesses taken in the latest and most approved style of the art.

Pictures taken in any weather, and correct likenesses guaranteed, or no charge made.

Infants’ and children’s likenesses taken in two seconds, from 10 o’clock A. M. to 3 P. M., in fair weather only.

Come ladies and gentlemen—all

Please make us a sociable call,

Walk in and our specimens view,

Should you wish one, we’ll take it for you.

The above rooms are now furnished and open.  All are invited to call and examine for themselves. 

[1] Possibly William S. Gove.

[2] William S. Gove not listed in the Boston City Directory between 1846-1851.  It is possible that Gardner W. Stone who was recorded in city directory in 1850 at 113 Washington street, in 1851 he was recorded at his brothers Jesse Stone gallery at 34 Tremont Row.

Gould, John W.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, , , ,

1854                Address unknown, Deerfield, Ohio.

1854-1855       Rooms at the Patton House, Carrollton, Ohio.

1855-1858       Gallery near the Depot, Carrollton, Ohio.           

1859-1865       Address Unknown, Carrollton, Ohio.[1]

1854 June 15.  The Carroll Free Press.  (Carrollton, Ohio.)  June 15, 1854, Vol. 22, No. 25, Whole No. 1169, P. 2.

Our old friend J. W. Gould has located himself in Deerfield, Portage County, Ohio, where he is prepared to take Daguerreotype likenesses in the very best manner.  John is a clever fellow and a good workman.  When here, he rendered general satisfaction in his art.  We hazard nothing in saying that he has not been surpassed by any artist who has visited our place.  If he would chance to call with us again, we presume he would be well rewarded for his time.  We wish him abundant success.

1854 October 19.  The Carroll Free Press.  (Carrollton, Ohio.)  October 19, 1854, Vol. 22, No. 43, Whole No. 1187, P. 3.

All who wish nice pictures of their countenances taken, can be accommodated by J. W. Gould at the “Patton House.”  Step up Gentlemen and Ladies and have your faces enclosed in a fine case.  See Advertisement. 

1854 October 19.  The Carroll Free Press.  (Carrollton, Ohio.)  October 19, 1854, Vol. 22, No. 43, Whole No. 1187, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  The undersigned takes this method of informing the citizens of Carrollton and vicinity, that he has taken rooms at the “Patton House,” where he is prepared to execute first class Pictures of all sizes and descriptions.

Daguerreotypes taken in cloudy as well as clear weather.  Having just received a large and general assortment of Daguerreotype Stock, the best ever presented to the gaze of the people of Carrollton, and his past experience in the business, warrants him in saying that he is prepared to give satisfaction equal to any artist that has ever operated in the place.  All work warranted.  Complete satisfaction rendered or no sale.  To our old friends and patrons we appeal for the recommendation of our work; and kindly solicit one and all to call and examine our large assortment of common and fancy materials.  We are on hand with unwearied patience to wait upon you—so come along and make no delay.  J. W. Gould.

Advertisement ran from October 19, 1854 to January 4, 1855.

1854 November 2.  The Carroll Free Press.  (Carrollton, Ohio.)  November 2, 1854, Vol. 22, No. 41, Whole No. [119], P. 3.

Our Readers are referred to the Advertisement of Gilson & Morgan, Daguerrean Artists.

Good time to get pictures now in Carrollton—Three establishments.  There is Gould in the “Patton House.”  Gilson & Morgan on the Public Square; near the Stidger House, and another near the “Indian Queen House,” we don’t know their names—haven’t heard yet.

1854 December 7.  The Carroll Free Press.  (Carrollton, Ohio.)  December 7, 1854, Vol. 22, No. 51, Whole No. 1195, P. 3.

Likenesses.—Our town can boast of two establishments that cannot be surpassed for taking Daguerreotype likenesses….Mr. J. W. Gould has permanently located here, and has taken rooms, for the present, at the “Patton House.”  He intends on the opening of Spring to erect rooms with Sky Lights suitable for his business; then he will be able to compete with any.  He is able to give a good picture, situate as he is.  Give him a call.

Mr. James B. Gilson has put up for the winter with us.  His Daguerrean Car is situate on the Public Square, directly in front of the Stidger House.  He is furnished with Sky Lights, and can give you a picture on short notice.  Give him a call.

1855 January 4.  The Carroll Free Press.  (Carrollton, Ohio.)  January 7, 1855, Vol. 1, No. 51, Whole No. 1197, P. 4.

Attention is called to the New Advertisement of J. W. Gould, Daguerrean Artist.

1855 January 4.  The Carroll Free Press.  (Carrollton, Ohio.)  January 7, 1855, Vol. 1, No. 51, Whole No. 1197, P. 2.

Let Truth and Justice Convince You That here is the Place.  J. W. Gould Stationary Artist, would most respectfully inform the citizens of Carrollton, and vicinity, and the public at large, that he has taken Rooms at the Patton House, were he is well prepared to take good Likenesses on the shortest notice, and, in all kinds of weather.  From past experience, and the good success which has never failed to attend him, he flatters himself that he is now qualified to do equally as good, if not superior, work to any Artist in the vicinity.  Fellow citizens, recollect that I located with you when you was without an Artist, and, as I am unprepared to travel, I shall therefore maintain my rights.  Having truth and justice for my motto, and the interest of the people my glory, shall execute my arrangements, and with the aid of my Patrons and friends, will have as soon as Spring comes; Rooms erected for my business furnished with large Sky-Lights and every convenience necessary for securing the best and most durable Daguerreotypes.—So come along my old friends and get Pictures taken for all your absent relations.  Recollect my Prices range from fifty cents upwards; and I am determined that no opposition shall undersell me.  Lockets, Pins, and Rings filled in the best order, and all business in my line done up honestly, and in the most approved style.—All work warranted not to fade of change.  Perfect satisfaction given or no sale.  My work will show for itself; and we kindly solicit one and all to come along without delay and examine for yourselves.  N. B. Ladies will do well to avoid light Dresses—dark colors always for good effect.  Instruction given in the Art on reasonable terms.  J. W. Gould.

Advertisement ran from January 4 to May 31, 1855.

1855 May 31.  The Carroll Free Press.  (Carrollton, Ohio.)  May 31, 1855, Vol. 23, No. 22, Whole No. 1218, P. 2.

Attention Solicited!!  The undersigned most respectfully informs the citizens of Carrollton and vicinity, that owing to the hardness of the times he has reduced his prices, to place in the reach of all an opportunity of securing a good Likeness for themselves or friends.  My prices range from the small sum of 37½ cents upwards; and you may rest assured that no opposition nor establishment in the vicinity shall undersell me.  Lockets, Pins, and Rings filled on the shortest notice, and all business entrusted to my care shall be promptly attended to; and all work honestly put up and warranted not to fade.  Having the only established Gallery in the county, and my long experience in the business warrants me in saying that I am competent to please the most tasty, and give entire satisfaction to all.  As disease and death is abroad in our land, I kindly solicit one and all to call and examine specimen and avail themselves of the earliest opportunity of securing a good likeness ere the substance fades.

N. B. I will have my Sky-light rooms completed in the shortest possible time.  I have just received a new supply of stock, call and examine.  J. W. Gould.      

Advertisement ran from May 31 to November 1, 1855

1855 May 31.  The Carroll Free Press.  (Carrollton, Ohio.)  May 31, 1855, Vol. 23, No. 22, Whole No. 1218, P. 4.

J. W. Gould, Daguerrean Artist, calls particular attention to the fact that he has reduced the price of likenesses.  Read his advertisement.  Below will be found the testimony of O. N. Hartshorn, Principal of the Mt. Union Seminary, as to the artistic experience, &c., of Mr. Gould.

Carrollton, May 28, 1855.

Having been acquainted with Mr. J. W. Gould from his childhood, the undersigned visited his Daguerrean rooms at Carrollton, (on the above date,) and was happy to find him successfully employed at his favorite art, in which he has acquired a high degree of skill as an operator.  His artistic experience, energy and gentlemanly department added to his integrity of character will doubtless not only merit for him but [actually] secure to him a [reasonable] degree of patronage from the citizens of Carrollton and vicinity.  O. N. Hartshorn.

1855 June 28.  The Carroll Free Press.  (Carrollton, Ohio.)  June 28, 1855, Vol. 23, No. 26, Whole No. 1222, P. 3.

Pictures.—J. W. Gould Daguerrean artist has got the frame of his new building —We hope to shortly see his rooms completed, where “Sky-light” Daguerreotypes will be taken inferior to none any where—Gould takes a life likeness.  His rooms are yet at the Patton House where he will remain until his rooms near the depot are finished.

1855 October 11.  The Carroll Free Press.  (Carrollton, Ohio.)  October 11, 1855, Vol. 23, No. 41, Whole No. 1237, P. 3.

Removal—Mr. John W. Gould, Daguerrean Artist, has removed to his new daguerrean gallery near the Depot.  Being now well furnished with an excellent sky-light gallery, he is prepared to execute excellent pictures in all kinds of weather.

1855 October 18.  The Carroll Free Press.  (Carrollton, Ohio.)  October 18, 1855, Vol. 23, No. 42, Whole No. 1238, P. 2.

All Is Right Come and See.  The undersigned takes this method to inform his friends and patrons in Carrollton, and vicinity, that through perseverance, he has got his new Sky-Light Daguerrean establishment completed, just below Huston’s Store, near the Depot, Carrollton, Ohio, where he is now well furnished with everything necessary to execute all business intrusted to him.  I have now a large and well arranged sky-light, which is a complete remedy for cloudy days, With my present arranged room’ the people may rest assured that I can take a good likeness in all kinds of weather, excepting of children, these require clear a day, but when clear days cannot be had, bring them along at any time and I will warrant satisfaction.  I am determined to stand at the head of my business, and nothing except good work shall leave my establishment.  All who visit my rooms will know that I have advantages which no other establishment in this vicinity can boast of; and I am resolved to give better satisfaction than any other operator in the Vicinity.

Ladies and gentlemen are most respectfully solicited to call and examine, as my work shall show for itself.—Prices will be reasonable and all work warranted not to fade, I have a good assortment of stock embracing a variety of fine cases, ladies, and gent’s breastpins, and will have an assortment of lockets to accommodate all who wish them.  Views of buildings, landscapes, family groups, copy work,—in a word all business in his line shall be promptly attended to, and warranted to please, or no sale.  J. W. Gould.               

N. B. the citizens who wish to gratify their appetite upon a good article of Cheese, will find the article for sale by J. W. Gould at his Daguerrean establishment, all who wish to get, will please call.  J. W. G.

Advertisement ran from October 18, 1855 to April 17, 1856.

1856 April 10.  The Carroll Free Press.  (Carrollton, Ohio.)  April 10, 1856, Vol. 24, No. 15, Whole No. 1266, P. 3.

The Ambrotype—The ambrotype, as it is called, has suddenly come into great favor with the public.  It gives a positive picture, like the photograph, not a negative, like the daguerreotype.  Taken on glass, and in a shorter time than when the chemical is spread upon silver, the lines seem sharper and more delicate and backed by a dark ground, the picture does not require to be so carefully held with reference to the light, for it to be visible from all points.  Persons desiring to procure a good Ambrotype miniature, done up in the best manner possible, can be accommodated with at the Gallery of Mr. J. W. Gould, near the Railroad Depot, in this place.

1856 June 12.  The Carroll Free Press.  (Carrollton, Ohio.)  June 12, 1856, Vol. 24, No. 24, Whole No. 1275, P. 3.

Get Your Picture Taken.—Mr. J. W. Gould, Daguerrean Artist, informs his old friends and the public that he is yet in the business.  He is now prepared to take miniature likenesses in Daguerreotype or Ambrotype.—The latter many prefer.  In fact it has several advantages over the former.  The likeness can be seen from any point, and is said to be more durable.  We have seen some of his work recently done and we hesitate not to say we believe it cannot be surpassed in eastern Ohio.—Rooms near the Depot, Main Street, Carrollton.

1856 June 19.  The Carroll Free Press.  (Carrollton, Ohio.)  June 19, 1856, Vol. 24, No. 25, Whole No. 1276, P. 3.

Pictures!  Pictures!!—The advertisement of J. W. Gould Daguerrean Artist, was unavoidably crowded out last week, still his business went on as usual.  We are pleased to learn that our friend is doing a good business.  His work is well executed.  Give him  a Call.

1856 June 19.  The Carroll Free Press.  (Carrollton, Ohio.)  June 19, 1856, Vol. 24, No. 25, Whole No. 1276, P. 02.

J. W. Gould, Practical Ambrotyper and daguerreotypist.  New Sky-light Daguerrean Gallery, just below Huston’s store, Main Street, Carrollton Ohio. 

I positively warrant all my work, and will let no picture leave my Rooms unless perfect satisfaction is given.  I ask no recommendation.  My pictures will show for themselves.  The Ambrotype is truly beautiful, Citizens and people from far and near, are kindly solicited to call and examine specimens, and get a picture of themselves, and friends.  J. W. Gould.

Advertisement ran from June 19, 1856 to May 21, 1857.

1857 May 28.  The Carroll Free Press.  (Carrollton, Ohio.)  May 28, 1857, Vol. 25, No. 22, Whole No. [1276], P. 3.

We would not have our readers forget J. W. Gould continues to take good pictures at his Ambrotype Gallery on Main street, near the railroad depot.  We have seen some of his specimens lately, and do not hesitate in pronouncing them excellent.  He is well prepared, with good sky-lights, to take pictures that will give satisfaction, and that will recommend themselves.  See his advertisement.

1857 May 28.  The Carroll Free Press.  (Carrollton, Ohio.)  May 28, 1857, Vol. 25, No. 22, Whole No. [1276], P. 3.

J. W. Gould’s, New Sky-light Ambrotyper Gallery, Main Street, (Near the Railroad Depot,) Carrollton, Ohio. 

I positively warrant all my work, and will let no picture leave my Rooms unless perfect satisfaction is given.  I ask no recommendation.  My pictures will show for themselves.  The Ambrotype is truly beautiful. Citizens and people from far and near, are kindly solicited to call and examine specimens, and get a picture of themselves, and friends.  J. W. Gould.

Advertisement ran from May 28 to July 2, 1857.

1857 July 9.  The Carroll Free Press.  (Carrollton, Ohio.)  July 9, 1857, Vol. 25, No. 28, Whole No. [1276], P. 2.

J. W. Gould’s, New Sky-light Ambrotyper Gallery, Main Street, (Near the Railroad Depot,) Carrollton, Ohio. 

I positively warrant all my work, and will let no picture leave my Rooms unless perfect satisfaction is given.  I ask no recommendation.  My pictures will show for themselves.  The Ambrotype is truly beautiful. Citizens and people from far and near, are kindly solicited to call and examine specimens, and get a picture of themselves, and friends.  J. W. Gould.

N. B.  New style of Pictures taken on Patent leather.  All who wish good pictures, now is your time; these pictures are far superior to any kind now in use, especially to send in letters &c.  Those who have blue eyes, come; for now the color of your eyes can be taken by this process with a degree of perfection that excels all others.  Come one, Come all.

Prices range from fifty cents up, to suit purchasers.—Entire satisfaction given or no sale.  July 2, 1857.  J. W. G.

Advertisement ran from July 9, 1857 to April 21, 1858.

1858 April 21.  The Carroll Free Press.  (Carrollton, Ohio.)  April 21, 1858, Vol. 26, No. 17, P. 2.

Jno. Gould, the Artist, has got a new ‘pictur macheen,’ and wants to try it upon the faces of the public; so bring up your countenances.  See adv.

1858 April 21.  The Carroll Free Press.  (Carrollton, Ohio.)  April 21, 1858, Vol. 26, No. 17, P. 2.

Prices Reduced at J. W. Goulds New Sky-light and Ambrotype Gallery, Main St., Carrollton.  The undersigned begs leave to return his most humble thanks to all his friends and patrons for all the favors bestowed on him in bygone days, and kindly solicits a continuance of the same.  I have reduced my prices for the special benefit of my customers.  I take warranted pictures on all occasions, at from twenty-five cents to any price desired by customers.  My long practice, my good success, my large sky-light, my quick working instruments, all warranted me in saying that my establishment far excels all others in the country, and in spite of all opposition I am determined to stand at the head of my business in little Carroll and will always be found at my post to secure good pictures, for my many friends and customers.  Now come along, all who will come I will satisfy with good work, or pay them for time and trouble.  Come one come all.  J. W. Gould.

N. B.  Ladies will remember that I keep constantly on hand an assortment of fine jewelry, they will do well to call and examine.—Every article warranted.  I know I can please you all in price and quality.  J.W.G.

Instruction given in all my line of business on most favorable terms, and satisfaction warranted.  J. W. G.                       

Advertisement ran from April 21 to December 29, 1858.

[1] Ohio Photographers 1839-1900.

Gould, Frank H.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , ,

1856                Ayer’s Block, Manchester, New Hampshire.

1856.  Manchester City Directory, Business Directory.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  1856. P. 177 & 33.

Frank H. Gould, Artist in Daguerreotype, Ambrotype, And Photograph, Ayer’s Building, (Opposite Manchester House,) Manchester, N. H.

1856 February 16.  Manchester Daily Mirror.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  February 16, 1856, Vol. X, No. 2, P. 3.

Frank Gould’s Daguerreotype, Photograph, and Ambrotype Rooms.  (Up One Flight Of Stairs)  Ayer’s Building.  (Opposite Merrimack Square.)  Likenesses put up I every variety, quality and quantity of cases, from a Pearl or enamel, Jewel, Paper Mache, Kossuth, or Jenny Lind, to a common Cotton Velvet.

Lockets, Pins, Rings, Seals, And every description of Daguerreotype Goods to be found in the country.

A Top And Side Light Combined, (the advantage of which needs but be seen to be appreciated) are used in producing those life-like impressions for which this establishment is celebrated, working equally as well in cloudy as fair weather, upon groups or single figures, child or adult.

Out-Door Views, Copying from Daguerreotypes, Portraits, Engravings, &c.  Done with neatness, on reasonable terms.  The public are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens. 

Do Not Forget The Place.  Ayer’s Building.  The first rooms South of Merrimack Street, up one flight of stairs.  F. H. Gould.  Manchester, Jan. 4, 1856.

Advertisement was recorded from February 16 to March 5, 1856.

1856 March 5.  Manchester Daily Mirror.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  March 5, 1856, Vol. X, No. 17, P. 3.

Frank H. Gould’s (Formerly Moulton’s,) Daguerreotype And Photograph Gallery, Ayer’s Building, (Up Stairs,) First Rooms South of Manchester House. 

Pictures Taken In All The Various Styles, Glass, Paper, &c., And warranted to give satisfaction.

Advertisement ran from March 5 to August 13, 1856.

Goodwin, Hugh L.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , , , ,

1850-1851       St. Clair Street, over Pierson’s Confectionary Store, Frankfort, Kentucky.

1852-1854       In Concert Hall, Over Barstow’s Store, Frankfort, Kentucky.

1855                St. Clair Street, over Pearson’s old stand, Frankford, Kentucky.

1856                Main Street, opposite Capitol Hotel, Frankfort, Kentucky.

1860-1861       Main Street, adjoining the Telegraph Office, Frankfort, Kentucky.

1849 December 6.  The Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) December 6, 1849, Vol. 10, No. 40, Whole No. 508, P. 1.

One More!  New Grocery Store Under New Management of H. L. Goodwin, In the room formerly occupied by W. H. Greenup & Co.  On Market street, Frankfort, Ky.  A general assortment of Groceries and Staple Dry Goods, on hand, and for sale low.  Country Produce taken in trade.  Nov. 22, 1849.

1851 January 7.  Weekly Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) January 7, 1851, Vol. 11, No. 44, Whole No. 564, P. 3.

H. L. Goodwin.  W. O. Fant,  Frankfort Daguerrean Gallery, Over Pierson’s Confectionary Store, St. Clair street.  Goodwin & Fant Having associated themselves together in the above art, are prepared to take Miniatures in the most perfect manner, of all sizes, from the smallest finger rings to nearly half the size of life.  They warrant their Pictures in every particular to be inferior to none, no matter where taken.  Ladies and gentlemen wishing perfect likenesses will please give us a call.

Through winter’s cold, our pictures in gold,

With the triumph of art, sheds a warmth to the heart,

Throwing over each face an exquisite grace:

So, then, let us cherish the loved ones that parish,

Whose true looks are given by the sunlight of Heaven.

H. L. Goodwin, returns his thanks for the very liberal patronage he has heretofore received, and asks a continuance of the same; and all shall be satisfied.  Dec. 19, 1850.

Advertisement was recorded from January 7 to February 27, 1851.

1851 March 22.  The Daily Commonwealth.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) March 22, 1851, Vol. 8, No. 101, P. 1.

H. L. Goodwin.  W. O. Fant,  Frankfort Daguerrean Gallery, Over Pierson’s Confectionary Store, St. Clair street.  Goodwin & Fant Having associated themselves together in the above art, are prepared to take Miniatures in the most perfect manner, of all sizes, from the smallest finger rings to nearly half the size of life.  They warrant their Pictures in every particular to be inferior to none, no matter where taken.  Ladies and gentlemen wishing perfect likenesses will please give us a call.

Through winter’s cold, our pictures in gold,

With the triumph of art, sheds a warmth to the heart,

Throwing over each face an exquisite grace:

So, then, let us cherish the loved ones that parish,

Whose true looks are given by the sunlight of Heaven.

H. L. Goodwin, returns his thanks for the very liberal patronage he has heretofore received, and asks a continuance of the same; and all shall be satisfied.  Dec. 16, 1850.

1851 April 25.  The Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) April 25, 1851, Vol. 10, No. 40, Whole No. 508, P. 1.

Frankfort Daguerrean Gallery, over Pierson’s Confectionery Store, St. Clair street.  H. L. Goodwin Is prepared to take Miniatures in the most perfect manner, of all sizes, from the smallest finger rings to nearly half the size of life.  He warrants his Pictures in every particular to be inferior to none, no matter where taken.  Ladies and gentlemen wishing perfect likenesses will please give us a call.

H. L. Goodwin, returns his thanks for the very liberal patronage he has heretofore received, and asks a continuance of the same; and all shall be satisfied. 

Advertisement ran from April 25 to August 8, 1851.

1851 December 1.  The Tri-Weekly Commonwealth.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) December 1, 1851, Vol. 1, No. 63, P. 1.

Frankfort Daguerreian Gallery, over Pierson’s Confectionery Store, St. Clair street.  Mr. Fant having retired from the business, H. L. Goodwin Will continue the art, and is prepared to take Miniatures in the most perfect manner, of all sizes, from the smallest finger rings to nearly half the size of life.  He warrants his Pictures in every particular to be inferior to none, no matter where taken.  Ladies and gentlemen wishing perfect likenesses will please give us a call.

Through winter’s cold, our pictures in gold,

With the triumph of art, sheds a warmth to the heart,

Throwing over each face an exquisite grace:

So, then, let us cherish the loved ones that parish,

Whose true looks are given by the sunlight of Heaven.

H. L. Goodwin, returns his thanks for the very liberal patronage he has heretofore received, and asks a continuance of the same; and all shall be satisfied.  April 8, 1851.

1853 April 15.  The Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) April 15, 1853, Vol. 14, No. 7, Whole No. 683, P. 3.

Sky-Light Daguerrean Gallery, In Concert Hall, Over Barstow’s Store.  Having fitted up a splendid Sky-Light Gallery, I am now prepared to take Miniatures in a style far superior to any ever taken in this city,  It is the only light by which the blue eye can be taken with any certainty.  Miniatures taken in all kinds of weather.—Please give me a call.  H. L. Goodwin.

Advertisement was recorded twelve times between April 15 to October 6, 1854.

1853 May 21.  Try-Weekly Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) May 21, 1853, Vol. 3, No. 35, P. 1.

Sky-Light Daguerrean Gallery, In Concert Hall, Over Barstow’s Store.  Having fitted up a splendid Sky-Light Gallery, I am now prepared to take Miniatures in a style far superior to any ever taken in this city,  It is the only light by which the blue eye can be taken with any certainty.  Miniatures taken in all kinds of weather.—Please give me a call.  H. L. Goodwin.  July 1, 1852.

Advertisement ran from May 21, 1853 to October 26, 1854.

1854 January 24.  Try-Weekly Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) January 24, 1854, Vol. 3, No. 142, P. 3.

Call And See!  Sky-Light Daguerrean Gallery.  H. L. Goodwin Would call the attention of the members of the Legislature, strangers visiting the city, and citizens generally, to his Daguerrean Gallery, where they may see  fine assortment of specimens of his work, and have their miniatures taken at any time between the hours of 9 A. M. and 4 P. M.

He warrants his work to be of the most superior order, and satisfaction always given.

January 24 to September 5, 1854.

1854 March 10.  The Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) March 10, 1854, Vol. 15, No. 2, Whole No. 722, P. 4.

We call attention to the special Notice in our paper, headed “The house that Jack built,” or rather since it has no connection with the ‘shantee’ that Webster built, to the advertisement of that distinguished Daguerrean Artist.—The aforesaid ‘shantee’ is situated, for the time being, just opposite the Capitol Hotel.  But its proprietor is a ‘fast man,’ and we are unable to say how long it or he may remain.  Those who want life-like portraitures of their dear selves, excuted in the most improved and superior manner, that the art of Daguerre admits of, had better pay an immediate visit to the ‘shantee,’ and have their good looks drawn to a focus in Webster’s glass.  If our New York correspondent was good authority, Webster got the premium at the World’s Fair, and if he did’nt, we are certain that he or our old friend and fellow citizen Goodwin, at the corner of St. Clair and Broadway, ought to have had it.

1854 March 16.  Try-Weekly Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) March 16, 1854, Vol. 4, No. 5, P. 2.

H. L. Goodwin, Daguerrean Artist.—This gentleman, well known at Frankfort, and highly appreciated for the beauty of his Daguerrean Portraits, has leased, and is fitting up for a Gallery, the upper room of Col. Allen’s corner house, nearly opposite the Shelby News Office.—In a week or two, he expects to be ready to take portraits, and hopes the people will give him a Call.  Shelbyville News.

You musn’t intend to leave us, do you, Hugh?  You Minstrel!  We appreciate you too highly for any such thing as that!  If you do, let us know, so that we may have our “phiz” taken—for you are the [best] at that sort of thing that we know of.

1854 March 24.  The Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) March 24, 1854, Vol. 15, No. 4, Whole No. 724, P. 1.

Call And See!  Sky-Light Daguerrean Gallery.  H. L. Goodwin Would call the attention of the members of the Legislature, strangers visiting the city, and citizens generally, to his Daguerrean Gallery, where they may see  fine assortment of specimens of his work, and have their miniatures taken at any time between the hours of 9 A. M. and 4 P. M.

He warrants his work to be of the most superior order, and satisfaction always given.

Advertisement was recorded eleven times between March 24 to September 1, 1854.

1854 May 1.  The Tri-Weekly Commonwealth.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) May 1, 1854, Vol. 3, No. 98, P. 2.

Call And See!  Sky-Light Daguerrean Gallery.  H. L. Goodwin Would call the attention of the members of the Legislature, strangers visiting the city, and citizens generally, to his Daguerrean Gallery, where they may see  fine assortment of specimens of his work, and have their miniatures taken at any time between the hours of 9 A. M. and 4 P. M.

He warrants his work to be of the most superior order, and satisfaction always given.

Advertisement was recorded ten times between May 1 to September 6, 1854.

1854 July 4.  Try-Weekly Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) July 4, 1854, Vol. 4, No. 51, P. 2.

H. L. Goodwin.  A. J. Bulkley.  Something New!  Messrs Goodwin & Bulkley Beg leave to inform the citizens of Frankfort and vicinity, that they are agents for the sale of Pianos, from the principal manufactures in the United States, viz:  Chickering, Boston; Bacon & Raven, New York; Gilbert, Houston; Keogh, Buffalo; Knaek & Gahie, Baltimore.  Also, Melodeons, Guitars, Violins, and other Musical Instruments and Musical Merchandise.

For the present their music room will be at the Daguerreotype Saloon occupied by H. L. Goodwin.

Messrs. G. & B. flatter themselves they can sell as cheap as the same articles can be purchased any where, and warrant all instruments in every particular.

The highest prices allowed for second Pianos in exchange for new ones.  Also, Pianos tuned and repaired by Mr. Buckley.

All orders left at the Music Wareroom of G. & B. will be promptly attended to. 

1854 July 28.  The Tri-Weekly Commonwealth.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) July 28, 1854, Vol. 4, No. 7, P. 2.

H. L. Goodwin.  A. J. Bulkley.  Something New!  Messrs Goodwin & Bulkley Beg leave to inform the citizens of Frankfort and vicinity, that they are agents for the sale of Pianos, from the principal manufactures in the United States, viz:  Chickering, Boston; Bacon & Raven, New York; Gilbert, Houston; Keogh, Buffalo; Knaek & Gahie, Baltimore.  Also, Melodeons, Guitars, Violins, and other Musical Instruments and Musical Merchandise.

For the present their music room will be at the Daguerreotype Saloon occupied by H. L. Goodwin.

Messrs. G. & B. flatter themselves they can sell as cheap as the same articles can be purchased any where, and warrant all instruments in every particular.

The highest prices allowed for second Pianos in exchange for new ones.  Also, Pianos tuned and repaired by Mr. Buckley.

All orders left at the Music Wareroom of G. & B. will be promptly attended to.  July 3, 1855 (sic.)

1854 August 10.  Try-Weekly Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) August 10, 1854, Vol. 4, No. 68, P. 2.

We call attention to the advertisement of the proprietors of the “Thirty Thousand Gift Enterprize in another column.  Hugh L. Goodwin is appointed agent for this place, and persons wishing to procure tickets had better call soon as the time appointed for the drawing, the 1st of September will soon be here.—There are a number of valuable prizes offered, and the way to secure a fortune is to procure a few of these tickets.

1854 August 10.  Try-Weekly Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) August 10, 1854, Vol. 4, No. 68, P. 2.

All For A Dollar! 

5 Farms 160 acres each, only a dollar apiece!

3 Fine Carriages, only one dollar each;

4 Splendid Pianos, only one dollar each;

3 Fine Toned Melodeons, only one dollar each;

8 Sets Parlor Furniture, only one dollar each;

1 Fine Pair of Horses, only one dollar each;

30 Beautiful and Costly Gold Watches, only one dollar each;

3 Choice Libraries, select works, only one dollar each;

10 Magnificent Silk Dress Patterns, only one dollar each;

3 Cash Loans of $600 for 20 years, together with a host of other choice and valuable prizes, to be had, Only One Dollar Each;

Where

In the Grand Gift enterprise at St. Louis.

Procure tickets of Hugh Goodwin, at the Daguerrean Rooms, corner of St. Clair and Broadway, Frankfort.

1854 August 22.  Try-Weekly Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) August 22, 1854, Vol. 4, No. 73, P. 2.

New Music.—We are under obligations to Mr. Goodwin of the firm of Goodwin & Bulkley, for a copy of my Woodland Home, a ballad, composed and arranged for music, by Mrs. L. S. Deming, and also a copy of Julick’s celebrated Mont Blane Polka.  Both of these pieces are said to be very fine.  Messrs. Goodwin & Buckley have now, and keep constantly on hand, a large and well selected assortment of the latest music.  They have also a fine collection of musical instruments of all kinds.  We advise our friends and patrons to give them a call.

1854 October 3.  Try-Weekly Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) October 3, 1854, Vol. 4, No. 90, P. 2.

The Closing Scene.  The series of Grand Gift Concerts, being given by Ratcliffe & Deboe, and J. Gollady. Will terminate the 14th day of October, at which time the distribution of the prizes will be made.  There will be a concert in Louisville every night up to that date.  A Prize Ticket entitles the holder to two admissions to the Concert.  Among the presents to be distributed, are two fine, Rosewood Piano Fortes, worth $450 and $500.  A magnificent suit of furniture; splendid Family Library; seven or eight Gold Watches; numerous Musical Instruments; Music Books, Engravings &c.

Tickets may be had with a catalogue of the prizes from H. Goodwin, Daguerian (sic.) artists, Frankfort, or by addressing Ratcliffe & Deboe, Music-dealers, Louisville Ky.

Price of tickets $1.  Drawing to take place in Louisville

1854 October 31.  Try-Weekly Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) October 31, 1854, Vol. 4, No. 102, P. 2.

New Establishment.  Dabney Todd……Hugh L. Goodwin.  Todd & Goodwin Having purchased the establishment lately occupied by T. P. Pierson, on St. Clair street, and refitted and repainted the same, they intend to keep constantly on hand a full supply of everything in their line of business.  Among the articles they will always have on hand are—

Bread and Cakes of all kinds;

Confectionary of every variety;

Dried and Preserved Fruits;

Nuts of all kinds;

Oysters, Sardines, dried and salt Fish;

Bacon, and all kinds of Provisions;

Coffee, Sugar, Molasses;

Tobacco and Cigars, superior quality;

Musical Instruments, Toys;

Fancy Goods, Perfumery, &c.

All which will be sold as cheap as the cheapest. 

Preparations for Parties, Weddings, &c., made promptly to order.

1854 October 31.  Try-Weekly Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) October 31, 1854, Vol. 4, No. 102, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes And Crystalotypes. (sic.)  J. C. Merine Having purchased the stock and apparatus of Mr. H. L. Goodwin, has opened a fine Daguerrean Room, opposite the Capitol Hotel in the building occupied by Dr. Hamilton.  His admirable arrangements for light enable him to take portraits in all weather, with certainty, and in the highest style of the art.  In a few days—as soon as some chemicals ordered arrive—he will be ready to take pictures by the new and beautiful method of Chrystallotype. (sic.)  The public are invited to call and see his specimens of art. 

Mr. Merine also continues to paint Portraits to order, either from the original features or from Daguerreotypes.  His studio is in another room of the same building.    Oct 30, 1854.

1854 November 2.  Try-Weekly Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) November 2, 1854, Vol. 4, No. 103, P. 2.

New Music.—We acknowledged the receipt from our friend Goodwin of the late and popular piece of music entitled “Money is a hard thing to borrow.”  The name and sentiment at this particular juncture in the money market is peculiarly apropos.  Goodwin has just received a large supply of sheet music at his store on St. Clair street.

1854 November 6.  The Tri-Weekly Commonwealth.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) November 6, 1854, Vol. 4, No. 50, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes And Crystalotypes. (sic.)  J. C. Merine Having purchased the stock and apparatus of Mr. H. L. Goodwin, has opened a fine Daguerrean Room, opposite the Capitol Hotel in the building occupied by Dr. Hamilton.  His admirable arrangements for light enable him to take portraits in all weather, with certainty, and in the highest style of the art.  In a few days—as soon as some chemicals ordered arrive—he will be ready to take pictures by the new and beautiful method of Chrystallotype. (sic.)  The public are invited to call and see his specimens of art. 

Mr. Merine also continues to paint Portraits to order, either from the original features or from Daguerreotypes.  His studio is in another room of the same building.    Oct 30, 1854.

Advertisement was recorded three times between November 6 to 10, 1854.

1854 November 10.  The Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) November 10, 1854, Vol. 15, No. 33, Whole No. 78, P. 1.

Daguerreotypes And Crystalotypes. (sic.)  J. C. Merine Having purchased the stock and apparatus of Mr. H. L. Goodwin, has opened a fine Daguerrean Room, opposite the Capitol Hotel in the building occupied by Dr. Hamilton.  His admirable arrangements for light enable him to take portraits in all weather, with certainty, and in the highest style of the art.  In a few days—as soon as some chemicals ordered arrive—he will be ready to take pictures by the new and beautiful method of Chrystallotype. (sic.)  The public are invited to call and see his specimens of art. 

Mr. Merine also continues to paint Portraits to order, either from the original features or from Daguerreotypes.  His studio is in another room of the same building.    Oct 31.

1854 November 17.  The Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) November 17, 1854, Vol. 15, No. 34, Whole No. 762, P. 4.

Music And Musical Instruments.  Music And Musical Instruments, of every kind from Jew’s Harp to a Piano, for sale by Todd & Goodwin.

1854 November 22.  The Tri-Weekly Commonwealth.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) November 22, 1854, Vol. 4, No. 57, P. 3.

New Establishment.  Dabney Todd……Hugh L. Goodwin.  Todd & Goodwin Having purchased the establishment lately occupied by T. P. Pierson, on St. Clair street, and refitted and repainted the same, they intend to keep constantly on hand a full supply of everything in their line of business.  Among the articles they will always have on hand are—

Bread and Cakes of all kinds;

Confectionary of every variety;

Dried and Preserved Fruits;

Nuts of all kinds;

Oysters, Sardines, dried and salt Fish;

Bacon, and all kinds of Provisions;

Coffee, Sugar, Molasses;

Tobacco and Cigars, superior quality;

Musical Instruments, Toys;

Fancy Goods, Perfumery, &c.

All which will be sold as cheap as the cheapest. 

Preparations for Parties, Weddings, &c., made promptly to order.

1855 January 12.  The Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) January 12, 1855, Vol. 15, No. 42, Whole No. 770, P. 3.

What Every Body Wants.—It will be seen by the advertisement that Messrs. Smith & Tuttle have opened a new Daguerrean gallery in the old one of Hugh Goodwin (over Barstow’s–…

1855 January 12.  The Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) January 12, 1855, Vol. 15, No. 42, Whole No. 770, P. 3.

New Establishment.  Dabney Todd……Hugh L. Goodwin.  Todd & Goodwin Having purchased the establishment lately occupied by T. P. Pierson, on St. Clair street, and refitted and repainted the same, they intend to keep constantly on hand a full supply of everything in their line of business.  Among the articles they will always have on hand are—

Bread and Cakes of all kinds;

Confectionary of every variety;

Dried and Preserved Fruits;

Nuts of all kinds;

Oysters, Sardines, dried and salt Fish;

Bacon, and all kinds of Provisions;

Coffee, Sugar, Molasses;

Tobacco and Cigars, superior quality;

Musical Instruments, Toys;

Fancy Goods, Perfumery, &c.

All which will be sold as cheap as the cheapest. 

Preparations for Parties, Weddings, &c., made promptly to order.

1855 August 16.  Try-Weekly Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) August 16, 1855, Vol. 5, No. 69, P. 3.

Dissolution.  The co-partnership existing heretofore under the style and firm of Todd & Goodwin, in the Confectioner and Grocery business, was dissolved this day by mutual consent.

All those indebted to the late firm, are requested to come forward and make payment, and those having claims against the firm will please present them for settlement.  H. L. Goodwin retires from the concern.—Either one of the firm is authorized to use the name or the firm in settling accounts.  Dabney Todd, Hugh L. Goodwin.  Aug. 1, ’55, August 14.

1855 August 17.  The Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) August 17, 1855, Vol. 16, No. 23, Whole No. 799, P. 2.

Dissolution.  The co-partnership existing heretofore under the style and firm of Todd & Goodwin, in the Confectioner and Grocery business, was dissolved this day by mutual consent.

All those indebted to the late firm, are requested to come forward and make payment, and those having claims against the firm will please present them for settlement.  H. L. Goodwin retires from the concern.—Either one of the firm is authorized to use the name or the firm in settling accounts.  Dabney Todd, Hugh L. Goodwin.  Aug. 1, ’55, August 14.

1855 November 29.  Try-Weekly Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) November 29, 1855, Vol. 5, No. 114, P. 2.

Open Again!  Hugh L. Goodwin Has again opened his Daguerrean Gallery over Pearson’s old Stand, St. Clair street, Frankfort, Ky.

Advertisement was recorded from November 29 to December 29, 1855.

1855 November 30.  The Weekly Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) November 30, 1855, Vol. 16, No. 38, Whole No. 818, P. 2.

Open Again!  Hugh L. Goodwin Has again opened his Daguerrean Gallery over Pearson’s old Stand, St. Clair street, Frankfort, Ky.

Advertisement was recoded twice on December 30 & December 7, 1855.

1856 January 1.  The Daily Commonwealth.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) January 1, 1856, Vol. 5, No. 79, P. 1.

Dissolution.  The co-partnership existing heretofore under the style and firm of Todd & Goodwin, in the Confectioner and Grocery business, was dissolved this day by mutual consent.

All those indebted to the late firm, are requested to come forward and make payment, and those having claims against the firm will please present them for settlement.  H. L. Goodwin retires from the concern.—Either one of the firm is authorized to use the name or the firm in settling accounts.  Dabney Todd, Hugh L. Goodwin.  Aug. 1, ’55, August 15.

1856 December 22.  The Frankfort Commonwealth.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) December 22, 1856, Vol. 23, No. 1256, P. 4.

New Ambrotype And Sphereotype Gallery The undersigned having purchased of Goodwin & Merine their entire interest in Daguerreotyping; Also the patent right of Franklin county to make the above named style of pictures, is now prepared to execute with all the beauty of the art Ambrotypes, the most permanent, and Sphereotypes, the most beautiful pictures ever offered to the public.

Rooms over Dr. Hambleton’s Dental department, Main Street, opposite Capital Hotel, Frankfort, Ky.

N. B.  These pictures are patented and can be made by no other person in Franklin county.

Picture Framing done to order by E. B. Hambleton, Artist.  June 4, 1856.

1860 July 3.  Try-Weekly Kentucky Yeoman.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.) July 3, 1860, Vol. X, No. 52, P. 2.

Something New!  Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, Photographs, and Ivorytypes.  H. L. Goodwin, Takes pleasure in informing the public that he has returned to Frankfort, and taken the Gallery of C. A. Clarke, adjoining the Telegraph Office, and that he would be pleased to wait on those wishing perfect Likenesses of themselves or friends.  He is confident he will be able to please the most fastidious in any kind of picture they may desire, from a life-size portrait to the smallest Daguerreotype or Ambrotype.  Also, Daguerreotypes of deceased persons enlarged to the size of Life and Colored in Oil, and satisfaction given.

I am also prepared to make those gems of Photography, the Daguerreotype, which is truly the most durable small picture yet produced.

The Ivorytype (made only at this Gallery,) is acknowledged by all to be the most beautiful style of Photographic pictures ever presented to the public.  In brilliancy of tone and color, delicacy of finish, correctness of likeness, and durability, it is far superior to the best miniature on Ivory.

Advertisement was recorded between July 3, 1860 to November 21, 1861.

1861 February 6.  Daily Commonwealth.  (Frankfort, Kentucky.)  February 6, 1861, Vol. 10, No. 102, P. 4.

Something New!  Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, Photographs, and Ivorytypes.  H. L. Goodwin, Takes pleasure in informing the public that he has returned to Frankfort, and taken the Gallery of C. A. Clarke, adjoining the Telegraph Office, and that he would be pleased to wait on those wishing perfect Likenesses of themselves or friends.  He is confident he will be able to please the most fastidious in any kind of picture they may desire, from a life-size portrait to the smallest Daguerreotype or Ambrotype.  Also, Daguerreotypes of deceased persons enlarged to the size of Life and Colored in Oil, and satisfaction given.

I am also prepared to make those gems of Photography, the Daguerreotype, which is truly the most durable small picture yet produced.

The Ivorytype (made only at this Gallery,) is acknowledged by all to be the most beautiful style of Photographic pictures ever presented to the public.  In brilliancy of tone and color, delicacy of finish, correctness of likeness, and durability, it is far superior to the best miniature on Ivory.

Call and See.  July 9, 1860.

Advertisement ran from February 6 to September 16, 1861.

Goodfellow, Stephen

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1853                Merchant Street Corner Fort Street, Honolulu, Hawaii.

1853 March 26.  The Polynesian.  (Honolulu, Hawaii.)  March 26, 1853, Vol. 8, No. 46, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Gallery.  We are happy to announce the arrival in Honolulu, of Messrs.

Stangenwald & Goodfellow, Daguerreotypist, who have opened their rooms in the building

adjoining the Brick Shoe Store of J. H. Wood, where they are now prepared to take miniatures in

the first style of the art.

We have examined numerous specimens of their work, both landscapes and miniatures, and can

recommend them as well taken and highly finished.

See their advertisement in another column, for particulars.

1853 March 26.  The Polynesian.  (Honolulu, Hawaii.)  March 26, 1853, Vol. 8, No. 46, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Miniatures!  For a short only!!!  Strangenwald & Goodfellow, late of California,

on their way to Australia, beg leave to inform the citizens of Honolulu and vicinity, that they

have established a Daguerrian Gallery on Merchant street, corner of Fort street, in the house

adjoining the Brick Shoe Store of J. H. Wood, where they will be happy to wait upon those who

will please to favor them with a call.  Having fitted up at a considerable expense, a powerful

Skylight, combined with strong side Lights, and being possessed of all the latest improvements

in the art, they feel confident of furnishing perfect and satisfactory pictures.  Miniatures put up in

every style, and taken equally well in any weather, clouds being sometimes preferable to a clear

sky, except for children.

Paintings and Daguerreotypes copied, and correct views of gentlemen’s residences, vessels,

machinery, parts of the city, &c., &c. taken Without Reversing.  Charges moderate, and lower

than ever attempted heretofore in Honolulu.  Please call at the “Daguerrean Gallery,” where the

public are also invited to examine a handsome collection of views taken on the western coast of

America and the Sandwich Is.  Honolulu, March 25, 1853.

Advertisement ran from March 26 to April 30, 1853.

1853 April 2.  The Polynesian.  (Honolulu, Hawaii.)  April 2, 1853, Vol. 8, No. 47, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Pictures.  Having gotten their apparatus into good working order, accustomed to the light, &c., Messrs. Stangenwald And Goodfellow are prepared to take pictures in a superior manner.  We have seen additional specimens of their work taken, and can recommend them as fine productions of the art.  Give them a call, as their stay in town will not be protracted.

1853 April 9.  The Polynesian.  (Honolulu, Hawaii.)  April 9, 1853, Vol. 9, No. 48, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes by Mail.  It may not be generally known that Daguerreotypes are now sent through the mails.  Every mail from the U. S. brings more or less, and the last mail sent by the Zoe, took a number of likenesses, executed by Messrs. Stangenwald & Goodfellow, now in this place.  The postage varies according to the weight of the picture, from $1 to $2, which includes the Hawaiian and U. S. postage.

1853 April 30.  The Polynesian.  (Honolulu, Hawaii.)  April 30, 1853, Vol. 8, No. 51, P. 3.

Daguerrian Gallery.—The co-partnership heretofore, existing under the firm of Stangenwald and Goodfellow, is this day dissolved by mutual consent.  All persons having claims against said concern, are requested to present their bills for immediate payment, and all those indebted to the same will please call and settle their accounts without delay.  Hugo Stangenwald, S. Goodfellow.

The undersigned intends to leave this kingdom immediately.  S. Goodfellow.

Goodell, A. Wayne

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1845                Morris Place, Troy, New York.[1]

1846                Morris Place Hall, Troy, New York.

1846                Calvin Gilson Residence, East Bennington, Vermont.

1846                T. White’s Hotel, Bennington Centre, Vermont.

1846                Address Unknown, N. Bennington, Vermont.

1846 February 23.  The State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  February 23, 1846, Vol. 5, No. 49, Whole No. 257, P. 3.

We call the attention of the public to the advertisement of A. W. Goodell, daguerreotype miniature taker, to be found on the 3d page of to-day’s paper.  He comes very highly recommended, as will be seen by the following.

Miniatures.—We have seen some of the best Daguerreotypes executed by the first artists in New York city, and have no hesitation in saying that those of our fellow townsman Mr. A. W. Goodell, of Morris Place, are fully equal to them.  He has the taste and the skill requisite to produce a good portrait.  Some of his specimens are admirable.  The bust of George Gould, Esq., for its life-likeness, is worth going to Mr. Goodell’s room to see.  The portrait of Rev. Mr. Van Kleeck is also very fine.  A perfect gem, rarely equalled, is the portrait of the sleeping twin-sisters.  It has been very much admired.

It is a gratifying to learn that public patronage is rewarding Mr. G’s. successful efforts.—[Troy Daily Whig.

1846 February 23.  The State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  February 23, 1846, Vol. 5, No. 49, Whole No. 257, P. 3.

Daguerreotype.  A. W. Goodell, of Troy, N. Y., will be in this village on Monday, the 23d instant, and will be happy to take miniatures for any who desire.  Persons need only examine his specimens to be convinced.  He has pictures in his possession which he defies any artist in the world to surpass.

The subscriber received a premium for the best specimens at the Rensselaer County Fair last fall.

Experiments given free of expense, and sick persons waited upon at their residences.

Prices from $1.50 to $5.00, in splendid cases or frames. 

1846 March 2.  The State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  March 2, 1846, Vol. 5, No. 50, Whole No. 258, P. 3.

A Card. A. W. Goodell takes this method respectfully to tender his thanks to Mr. Calvin Gilson, for his kindness in granting the use of a room at his residence for the purpose of taking his unsurpassed Daguerreotypes; and he would also inform his friends in this village, if they wish Miniatures taken by him, they must give him an early call, as his stay in this place is limited.—A liberal discount made where a whole family is taken. 

Miniatures taken equally as well in cloudy as in clear weather.

Advertisement ran from March 2 to March 16, 1846.

1846 March 16.  The State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  March 16, 1846, Vol. 5, No. 52, Whole No. 260, P. 2.

Miniatures.—We have seen some of the Daguerreotype Miniatures taken by A. W. Goodell, of Troy, and hesitate not to pronounce them far superior to anything of the kind we have ever seen.  We would recommend those who wish their miniatures taken to call at his rooms at Mr. Calvin Gilson’s, as soon as possible, as his stay in this village is limited to one week.

1846 April 7.  Vermont Gazette.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  April 7, 1856, Vol. LXVI, No. 4233, New Series—Vol. 17, No. 14, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—we would call attention to the advertisement of Mr. A. W. Goodell, in another column.  The Troy Whig says:—”Among the most beautiful pictures we have ever seen—”Traced by the pencil of the Sun, in Nature’s light and shade,” are the fine, artist-like colored daguerreotypes at the rooms of A. W. Goodell, Morris Place Hall, corner of Third & Congress streets.  There is a clearness and finish about them which we have rarely seen equaled, and the medal awarded to Mr. Goodell, at the County Fair, was well deserved.  Among other pictures in Mr. G.’s collection, is one of Delia Webster, the noted female abolitionist.  We  advise all who wish to have a fac simile of their countenance, to patronize Mr. G.

1846 April 7.  Vermont Gazette.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  April 7, 1856, Vol. LXVI, No. 4233, New Series—Vol. 17, No. 14, P. 3.

Daguerreotype.  Mr. A. W. Goodell proprietor of the Troy Daguerrean Gallery Morris Place Troy N. Y., has the pleasure of announcing to the inhabitants of Bennington Centre, that he will open a room for the purpose of takig his superior Daguerreotypes which took the first premium at the Troy Rensselear Co. fair last fall, at T. White’s Hotel, on Wednesday of this week where he will remain for a few days only, as other engagements will not permit of his staying as long as he could wish.

Price only $2.00 in a splendid case; a liberal discount made where families of six or eight is taken.

Advertisement ran from April 7 to 28, 1846.

1846 April 14.  Vermont Gazette.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  April 14, 1856, Vol. LXVI, No. 4234, New Series—Vol. 17, No. 15, P. 2.

A Card.  Mr. Goodell would inform the ladies and gentle of Bennington Centre that his stay in this place is limited, and those wishing Daguerreotypes, which surpass any ever before taken in this vicinity, would do well to give him an early call.

Room at White’s Hotel.

1846 April 21.  Vermont Gazette.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  April 21, 1856, Vol. LXVI, No. 4235, New Series—Vol. 17, No. 16, P. 2.

Daguerreotype.  Mr. Goodell, has extended the time of stay in this place to the close of the present week.  We advise all who desire to obtain miniatures of themselves or friends of life-like expression, to avail themselves of this rare chance.  From what we have seen of his miniatures, we think his reputation of standing at the head of his profession is well deserved.

1846 May 4.  The State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  May 4, 1846, Vol. 6, No. 7, Whole No. 267, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures, A. W. Goodell, from Troy, N. Y., respectfully informs the citizens of N. Bennington and vicinity, that he will be in that village on Tuesday, the 5th instant, and be happy to take the miniatures of all those who desire them.  Miniatures taken as well in cloudy as in pleasant weather.  For place of operating, see hand bills.

1846 August 17.  The State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  August 17, 1846, Vol. 6, No. 22, Whole No. 282, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  We understand that A. W. Goodell, of Troy, N. Y., the celebrated Daguerreotype miniature operator, will visit this County in the course of a few days; and will stop for a week or so, in every large town.  We bespeak for Mr. Goodell, who richly merits it, liberal patronage.  We would say that this gentleman visited our village last spring with the expectation of stopping but a very few days, but s much were his pictures admired that he had constant employment for over a month.  All who wish their likenesses taken, will, by all means, call on Mr. Goodell.  His miniatures took the first premium at the last Rensselaer County Fair for trial of skill, as we see by the Troy Whig of last spring.  He will be in Arlington in the course of a week.

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.  “Recorded in the 1845-1846, 1846-1847 Troy City Directory.”

Goddard, Paul Beck

Daguerreotypes, , , , , ,

1840                Corner of Lodge Alley and Eighth Streets, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1840 February 8.  National Gazette and Literary Register.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  February 8, 1840, Vol. XX, No. 6072, P. 2.

To the Editors of the National Gazette.  Gentlemen—The notice which you have taken in the Gazette of Friday evening of specimens of Daguerreotype some time since produced in this city appears to me to require as an act of simple justice, a statement that my own are not by any means the only pieces which have been produced in this country prior to the arrival of the collection of Paris pictures for exhibition, in the hands of a French gentleman now in New York.  It is due to Mr. Joseph Saxton, Dr. Paul B. Goddard, Mr. Robert Cornelius and Mr. James Swain, to mention that each has made a number of successful attempts in the execution of the process of M. Daguerre.  They have moreover obtained their success by the means of apparatus entirely constructed in this country and by steps of the process considerably varied from the directions of the inventor of the art.  It may in addition be as well to recollect that three or four lectures on Daguerreotype have been given at as many successive monthly meetings of the Franklin Institute, by different members of that Institution and that the entire body of directions published by Daguerre, has been some time ago Translated by Mr. Frazer and published in the Journal of the Institute.

As M. Daguerre was pensioned by the French government for making known all that he had discovered and all which he should hereafter discover in regards to this art, it was doubtless the declaration of this fact, vouched by the first scientific authority in France, by the chambers and the throne of that nation, which induced scientific men and others on this side of the Atlantic to believe that in procuring the apparatus and following the instructions of the inventor they would not be liable to more than the ordinary chance of failure in imitating a new process, whether they should be favored by any personal instructions or not, and the degree of excellence and fidelity to nature attained in this city is entirely due to the labors and ingenuity of those who have devoted themselves to the practice and dissemination of the new and beautiful art, aided of course by the published instructions which the liberality of the French nation had caused to be made known to the world. 

I am, gentlemen, very respectfully, your obedient servant, Walter A. Johnson.

1840 July 4.  The Newport Mercury.  (Newport, Rhode Island.)  Vol. LXXIX, No. 4,082, P. 1.

The manner in which daguerreotype miniature likenesses are taken is thus described in the Mechanics’ Magazine.

Mr. Cornelius and Dr. Goodman (sic.) are now occupied at their establishment corner of Lodge Alley and Eighth Sts. Philadelphia, in taking likenesses, which are about seven by five inches in neat metallic gilt frames, and, are taken for five dollars.  As the likenesses are true the owners are, very often, too little flattered by the sun to be pleased with his painting, but as a French artist said to a friend of mine who complained that he had made him look like an assassin, the hellographist might reply “Sir, that is not my fault.”

The mode of proceeding of Dr. Goodman (sic.) and Mr. Cornelius is in this wise: out of the window of their room having a southern exposure, is projected horizontally, and at full length, a large looking glass to receive the rays of the sun, which are thrown up against another large mirror, so slanted, as to throw the light against the person whose likeness is to be taken, sitting at the opposite side of the room with his face to the window.  To soften the intense light thrown on the face by the mirrors, which would otherwise be intolerable, there is, suspended from the ceiling, a circular glass plate about three eights of an inch thick, of a very deep purple tinge, (which had once been used in the laboratory of the distinguished chemist, Dr. Hare,) for exciting electricity.

When the operate is seated on his chair, and subjected to the light transmitted through the purple glass, you would suppose all Mr. Cornelius wished was to make the fellow “look blue” but he will be relieved from such apprehension very soon, as it is only necessary to sit half a minute, or perhaps a minute, till the sun has, by his powerful pencil, trans mixed every lineament of your features with all their beauties and blemishes, in imperishable lines upon the plate of silver.  Before the person, and about four feet in front of him is a bureau, on top of which, is a mahogany tube or box, six or seven inches square and eighteen inches long open at both ends.  I the end next to the person (to be represented) is fixed a double convex lens about the size of a common burning glass, by which the figure of the face and bust is diminished to the proper size for the plate of silver on which the likeness is to be fixed.—When the person is seated, the, strong light is thrown from the mirrors through the purple plate upon the face, and bust and reflected thence through the lens and box and is transmitted to the plate of prepared silver fixed at the other end of the box.  Half a minute or more is sufficient to trace imperishably the delineation of the plate.

1866 July 6.  The Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  July 6, 1866, P. 4.

Paul B. Goddard, M. D.  Philadelphia has seldom lost a more eminent member of the medical profession than Paul Beck Goddard, who died on last Tuesday, having been ill but a short time.  With Dr. Goddard’s skill in medicine and surgery our citizens are well acquainted.  His talents were of the highest order, and his knowledge of the great science was wonderful in its grasp and extensiveness.  In our population of three-quarters of a million it is doubtful whether there are a hundred intelligent persons who have not heard of his abilities as a physician,  At one time he was Demonstrator of Anatomy in the University of Pennsylvania, where he acquired a most enviable reputation.

After the first battles of the war he received a commission from the Government as Volunteer Surgeon, and was placed in charge of one of the United States Hospitals located in Philadelphia.  In this capacity, by his untiring efforts, and earnest, whole souled zeal [he] rendered efficient service to the noble cause of the Union, and won the gratitude of our wounded heroes and their friends.

Dr. Goddard was a man who attained great popularity by reason of his intelligence, geniality of heart, and benevolent nature,  In his death the profession, generally, parts with one of its brightest ornaments.   

Goddard, Josiah

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , , , ,

1855-1856       27 Smyth’s Block, Manchester, New Hampshire.

1856-1857       Ayer’s Building, Manchester, New Hampshire.

1859                Address Unknown, Dover, New Hampshire.

1855 April 21.  Granite Farmer And Visitor.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  April 21, 1855, Vol. VI, No. 16, P. 3.

New Daguerrean Gallery.  Josiah Goddard, Daguerrean Artists, Having fitted up the new and spacious suite of Rooms built for that purpose in Smyth’s Block, where he has the best light in the city and having secured the services of Mr. R. A. Miller, of Lowell, one of the best artists in the country, is prepared to take pictures in the highest style of the art, and put them up in all the various styles of Cases, Lockets, Pins, etc.  Manchester April 14, 1855.

Advertisement ran from April 21 to May 19, 1855.

1855 May 26.  Granite Farmer And Visitor.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  May 26, 1855, Vol. VI, No. 21, P. 3.

New Daguerrean Gallery.  In Smyth’s Block!  The subscriber would call attention of all persons wishing for Daguerreotypes to this Gallery.  Having fitted up these rooms with every convenience of fixtures and apparatus, and having the Best Light for the business in the city, he is now prepared to wait upon his friends and the public, and furnish them with Pictures taken of all sizes from the Full Plate To the smallest Locket. 

Daguerreotype views of Buildings and Landscapes made.  Daguerreotypes and Engravings Copied, and all work in this line done with neatness and dispatch.  Cases and frames of all kinds, constantly on hand.  Josiah Goddard.  Manchester, May 17, 1855.

Advertisement ran from May 26 to June 30, 1855.

1856.  Manchester City Directory, Business Directory.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  1856. P. 177.

Goddard, J.  27 Smyth’s Block.

1856 February 16..  Manchester Daily Mirror.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  February 16, 1856, Vol. X, No. 2, P. 4.

Goddard’s Daguerreotype Rooms, Smyth’s Block.  Goddard will furnish the Public with a superior

Daguerreotype for 50 Cts.

Daguerreotype for 75 Cts.

Daguerreotype for 1 Dollar

Daguerreotype for 2 Dollars.

Daguerreotype for 5 Dollars.

Daguerreotype for 10 Dollars.

Or at any other price his patrons may wish.  dec. 29.

Advertisement was recorded from February 16 to June 10, 1856.

1856 February 18.  Manchester Daily Mirror.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  February 18, 1856, Vol. X, No. 3, P. 2.

Goddard’s Daguerreotype Rooms, in Smyth’s Block, are crowded daily with those delighted with the idea of getting good pictures for 50 cents.  That it what takes in these stringent times, when the people begin to appreciate the remarks of Franklin, “a penny saved is as good as a  penny earned.”  Goddard goes for the crowd, and, as is natural, the crowd are [leased with the idea.

1856 March 15.  Manchester Daily Mirror.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  March 15, 1856, Vol. X, No. 25, P. 2.

“Take the Substance Ere The Shadow Flies,”  seems to be the rule of action among the throng that visit Goddard’s Daguerreotype rooms in Smyth’s Block.  They are determined to “see themselves as others see them,” and for fifty cents they can do that self same thing at Goddard’s.  Wonderful, wonderful is the magic array of Daguerreotypes.  Fifty cents will buy a likeness more perfect than a Michael Angel could have painted in a twelve-month.  Goddard “hangs his banner on the outer wall,” and bids the crowd a welcome.

1856 April 8.  Manchester Daily Mirror.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  April 8, 1856, Vol. X, No. 45, P. 2.

Musical Daguerreotypes.—Goddard at his daguerreotype rooms in Smyth’s Block, takes great pains to give his customers their money’s worth.  It would seem that fifty cents was cheap enough for a picture, but Goddard cannot rest satisfied with that , but gets a revolving show case, of pyramidal shape, that winds up like a clock, and moves with the precision of a music box.  It sits at the entrance of the building, by the sidewalk, and attracts a crowd of visitors.  It is called Musical, though no music comes from it, because the first impression is that music will come from it.  It will be in full blast all Fast Day.

1856 June 30.  Manchester Daily Mirror.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  June 30, 1856, Vol. X, No. 115, P. 2.

Address to the Faces of Manchester.  Fellow Citizens and Citizenesses:  I am aware that in the course of human events it becomes necessary—in times like the present, when our taxes are so high, and we are, to such an intemperate extent, interested in political affairs—concerning the “saving of this glorious Union”—that a “point of Light” be at once obtained, that we amy the more readily introduce to your notice the Camera, of our matured, and polished reflections, in such manner that the “Human face Divine” shall be bathed in liquid light; and that Shadows, shall fall only, to make more complete the translucent impressions we shall be happy to transfer to you.

The Emporium, where it is proposed to realize the virtue of the “Platform”—just cited, is to be round of course, at Goddard’s popular Daguerreotype Gallery, Smyth’s Block; where all who love their country, and believe in the final resurrection of Kansas; the nomination of Gen. Daniel Pratt—the Great American Traveler, j. c. Fremont, G. W. F. Miller, James Buchanan, Millard Fillmore ad the Chivalric P. S. Brooks, to the Presidency. Are invited to present themselves—that each may receive their “Plate” in proportion to Specie—Services rendered, during the day’s campaign.

Mr. Goddard would say that it is not him that is to be made the victim of “Ascension” on the Fourth, but some gentleman of a more flighty character.  Mr. G—,the Daguerreotypist, being willing to content himself by remaining a tax-payer for a short time longer on this mundane-sphere, providing his friends continue, as ever, to rally around.

Yours, sans desperative, J. G—

1856 November 25.  Manchester Daily Mirror.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  November 25, 1856, Vol. XI, No. 87, P. 2.

It seems by the daily papers that Mr. Brown ad Mr. Hopkis are obliged to discuss the durability of their pictures—say nothing of merits, and Mr. French & Co. seem determined to patent the Greek language, but I would inform the public that at Goddard’s rooms, Smyth’s Block, they can get a picture either Ambrotype or Daguerreotype, that will speak for itself.  Call and see his 50c cases.

Advertisement ran from November 25 to December 5, 1856.

1857 January 17.  Manchester Daily Mirror.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  January 17, 1857, Vol. IX, No. 132, P. 3.

Money Found,

The owner can have it by proving property and paying charges.  Call at Goddards Daguerreotype Rooms.

1857 February 11.  Manchester Daily Mirror.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  February 11 1857, Vol. IX, o. 154, P. 2.

Broke In.—On Monday night, some person or persons broke into Goddard’s Daguerreotype Rooms, ad stole his watch, a gold locket, and made such selection of cases as they saw fit.  His money was deposited in the bank, beyond their reach.  They left their stockings by the fire to dry.  This is the second attempt of the kind.

1857 March 14.  Manchester Daily Mirror.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  March 14, 1857, Vol. XII, No. 24, P. 2.

Take Notice.  The undersigned, Daguerreotypers of Manchester, will for the future charge from one to three dollars, according to size, for putting pictures in cases bought of Peddlers, so that they will cost at least twenty-five cents more than the same cases and pictures bought at any rooms in the City.  F. A. Brown, F. D. Hopkins, J. U. French & Co., R. A. Miller, A. H. Snow, J. Goddard.

Advertisement ran from March 14 to 17, 1857.

1859 June 20.  The Dover Enquirer.  (Dover, New Hampshire.)  June 20, 1859, Vol. XXXIII, No. 22, P. 3.

What great time we live in, What strange things are seen!

Thoughts borne on wires!  Folks carried by steam!

But the strangest of strange things that now ca be done,

Is J. Goddard taking faces by sun!

Why think you good folks!  I was walking to-day

Where stood his Daguerrean Car, just back of Gray’s,

When I ‘gan to bow and say “How d’ye do?”

And stretch out my hands to some folks I knew—

For I thought some old friends were looking at me

Though nice little holes in this Picture Gallery—

When, lo and behold! What I thought were their faces,

Turned out to be likenesses hung up in cases.

I put on my hat and held down my hand,

I felt some abashed and came to a stand;

But the more that I gazed and saw how it stood,

The less I felt’ shamed and the more I cried—good!

Of course, I marched in and looked at the man

Who could take down folks faces, omitting the tan,

Then peeped in a glass, to see how I should look,

Then—sat down—was taken—as true as a book!

Paid the money—rushed home—laid my face on the table

Then in came—no matter—my own lovely Mabel.

She gazed at me there and she gazed at me here,—

She looked at us both—then as she drew near

“What is it? what means it?”  at last she exclaimed.

I said not a word, but direct to the famed

Mr. Goddard’s Ambrotype Car

Led Lovely Mabel, securing that star.

As did I, so do ye,—each of you, all;

Let none be neglected the great nor the small;

In all weathers—at all times—the prices are low;—

To one and to all my word, Friends, is—go!

Advertisement ran from October 20 to November 10, 1859.

1859 October 13.  Independent Democrat.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  October 13, 1859, Vol. XV, No. 25, P. 2 & 3.

List of Premiums.  The following Premiums were awarded at the State Fair, held at Dover, Oct. 5th, 6th and 7th…Pictures, &c…

Josiah Goddard, Dover, photographs, ambrotypes and daguerreotypes, Diploma.

E. F. Brigham, Dover, for do., Medal.