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Goddard, Emerson

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1849-1850       Over J. C. Molton’s Hat Store, Woonsocket, Rhode Island.

1860-1871       Main Street, Woonsocket, Rhode Island.

1871-1877       186 Main Street, Bryant’s Block, Near the Depot, Woonsocket, Rhode Island.

1849.  The New York Historical Society’s Dictionary Of Artists In American 1564-1860.  (New Haven, Connecticut & London, England.)   1957, P. 263.

Goddard, Emerson.  Portrait Painter at Cumberland, R. I., 1849.

1850 March 23.  General Advertiser.  (Providence, Rhode Island.)  March 23, 1850, Vol. III, No. 17, P. 1.

Goddard & Metcalf, Daguerrean Artists, Woonsocket, Rhode Island.  Having made arrangements for continuing together in the Daguerrean Business, would say to the public that they are prepared to execute Likenesses in the highest perfection of the art, having every convenience and facility which observation and experience can suggest.  We have the best light for all kinds of shading, being a sky-light in connection with a North side light.  We gild by the best process, and warrant our pictures permanent.  Particular attention is called to the easy and natural expression of the eye in our Daguerreotypes. We have all the best and latest styles of settings for Daguerreotypes. 

Satisfaction Given. Instruction given for $25, and Apparatus at cost.

Ladies and gentlemen are invited to call and examine our specimens, settings, &c.

Gallery over J. C. Molton’s Hat Store, and near Harris’ High Bridge, Woonsocket.  Emerson Goddard.  Chas. H. Metcalf.  au.26.

1860 January 6.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  January 6, 1860, Vol. 27, No. 18, Whole No. 1370, P. 3.

E. Goddard, Artist in every kind of Sun Light Pictures, Patent Ambrotypes, Crystalotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, Melainotypes, &c., &c.  Every Picture beautifully finished, and warranted permanent.  A large assortment of Cases, Frames, Passepartouts, Lockets, &c., constantly on hand, and for sale 50 to 75 per cent cheaper than usually sold elsewhere.  Fifty cents for beautiful Ambrotypes, set in neat Velvet Lined Case.  R. Goddard returns his sincere thanks to his numerous friends and patrons, for their unceasing patronage, and will assure them, and the public, that no effort shall be wanting on his part to merit a continuance of their favor.  Thorough instruction given in the Art.  No pictures are taken at these rooms on the Sabbath.  Please make free to call and see for yourselves.  Rooms as heretofore, Main Street, Woonsocket, R. I.  Entrance same as Dr. Small’s.  E. Goddard. 

1864 March 11.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  March 11, 1864, Vol. 28, No. 39, Whole No. 1588, P. 2.

Persons who contemplate the purchase of Photograph Albums will do well to examine the fine assortment of Mr. Goddard, at his daguerrean saloon.  His “patent hinge back” albums are alike the handsomest and most serviceable in the market.  See advertisement.

1864 March 11.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  March 11, 1864, Vol. 28, No. 39, Whole No. 1588, P. 3.

Albums For Card Visites.—The undersigned keeps constantly on hand at his Daguerrean Rooms, opposite Harris’s Mill, a large and splendid assortment of Albums for Card Visites, both of Foreign and American manufacture.  In prices he cannot be undersold in this or any other market.

1864 March 11.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  March 11, 1864, Vol. 28, No. 39, Whole No. 1588, P. 2.

1864 May 6.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  May 6, 1864, Vol. 31, No. 36, Whole No. 1596, P. 3.

$200 worth of Splendid Photograph Albums, Just received, and will be sold very cheap, at E. Goddard’s Photograph Rooms, Woonsocket.  Please call.  E. Goddard.

1865 November 17.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  November 17, 1865, Vol. 33, No. 12, Whole No. 1676, P. 3.

Photographs.—E. Goddard’s late arrangements of Instruments and Rooms. Are unsurpassed for all kinds and sizes of Plain, India Ink or Colored Photographs.  His India Ik copies from old pictures excell anything heretofore taken.  Also, his Photographs from life, Cartes de Visite, Ambrotypes, ful length and large Tintypes, all kinds of Letter Pictures, &c., in great variety, permanently finished and at moderate prices.  Photographs and Ambrotype Goods, Photograph Albums, &c., &c., at the very lowest prices.

Mr. Goddard w2ould respectfully solicit an examination of his work at his Rooms, over J. F. Smith’s Shoe Store, Main street, Woonsocket, R. I.  E. Goddard.

1867 June 21.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  June 21, 1867, Vol. 34, No. 43, Whole No. 1758, P. 2.

Emerson Goddard, the old established Daguerrean artist, of this town, takes very superior pictures.  We recently saw some of them, known as “India Pictures,” which do him great credit.  His rooms are worth visiting.

1867 August 9.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  August 9, 1867, Vol. 34, No. 50, Whole No. 1765, P. 3.

Wanted—An honest, intelligent boy, about 16 years of age, to assist in the Photograph business.  One that can board with his parents.  Inquire of E. Goddard, Woonsocket.

1868 February 7.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  February 7, 1868, Vol. 35, No. 24, Whole No. 1791, P. 3.

To Let.  Two Pleasant Rooms under E. Goddard’s Photograph Rooms.  A good place for Dress-making, or any similar business.  E. Goddard.

1868 March 6.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  March 6, 1868, Vol. 35, No. 28, Whole No. 1795, P. 3.

Photographic.  E, Goddard, Artist in India Ink, Oil and Water Colors, And Photographs My knowledge in Painting enables me to copy from old pictures, (though they be defaced), to any size and finish.  Alterations made in dress, expression, &c., if desired.—Prices for large copies from five to fifty dollars each.  Cartes de Visites and all kinds of small pictures neatly and permanently finished.

Albums and Photographic Goods at the lowest prices. 

Patronage solicited and satisfaction guaranteed.

Rooms As Heretofore, No. 21 Main Street, Woonsocket, R. I.  E. Goddard.

1870 November 4.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  November 4, 1870, Vol. 38, No. 11, Whole No. 1934, P. 2.

Greenville.  Masonic.—At the regular communication of Temple Lodge, No. 18, held at Masons’ Hall, Greenville, Oct. 29, the following officers were elected and duly installed by the Right Worshipful District Deputy Grand Master, Emerson Goddard,…

1871 February 24.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  February 24, 1871, Vol. 38, No. 27, Whole No. 1950, P. 2.

Mr. Emerson Goddard, the old established photographer, of this town, has recently executed a portrait, finished in India ink, of the late John Boyden, which, for faithfulness to nature and skill in workmanship, excels any portrait we have ever seen of that lamented man.  As a work of art this picture is in the highest degree creditable to Mr. Goddard.  It may be seen at his rooms, on Main street.

1871 March 24.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  March 24, 1871, Vol. 38, No. 31, Whole No. 1954, P. 2.

E. Goddard will remove his photograph rooms to Bryant’s block after April 1st.

1871 March 24.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  March 24, 1871, Vol. 38, No. 31, Whole No. 1954, P. 3.

Removal Photographic.  My Patrons and the public will fine me located in Bryant’s Block, (formerly Metcalf’s rooms) as soon as the first of April.  I have fitted up the rooms for first class work, and shall furnish all sizes to a life size Oil Photograph, Copying in India Ink, Water and Oil colors, artistically done.

Negatives by Metcalf.  All who have had Visites, Photographs, &c., (by Metcalf0 can obtain more of the same kind by an early application at these rooms.  Please call.  E. Goddard.

1871 April 21.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  April 21, 1871, Vol. 38, No. 35, Whole No. 1958, P. 3.

Goddard’s Photograph Rooms, Bryant’s Block, near the Depot, Woonsocket, R. I.  These Rooms are now open to the public.  They are large, pleasant and second to none for the business.  Having enlarged facilities, I shall make Photographs of every desirable size and style, from the smallest to life size.  Copying and Coloring in Oil, Water, and India Ink artistically done.  I have the exclusive Patent Right in Woonsocket, for taking those beautiful Mezzo-tints, So much admired.  Duplicates made from the Metcalf Negatives.  My former patrons and the public are respectfully invited to call at these Rooms.  E. Goddard.

1871 June 2.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  June 2, 1871, Vol. 38, No. 41, Whole No. 1964, P. 2.

Mr. E. Goddard, photographer, is taking splendid pictures in his new rooms in Bryant’s Block.

1871 June 2.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  June 2, 1871, Vol. 38, No. 41, Whole No. 1964, P. 3.

Photography By E. Goddard.  A Great improvement has been made in Photography within a short time, and I am now making all of the new styles, such as Cabinets, Victoria, Rembrandt, and Berlin Cards, Vignetts, and Visites of every style and size, Patent Mezzo-Tints, Porcelain, and Life size Photographs.  Also, all the intermediate sizes.  Copying to Life-size Artistically done.

My India Ink, Water and Oil Colored Photographs are of superior finish.  They will not fade, they are made permanent by a new chemical preparation of my own make.

Rooms, Bryant’s Block, opposite S. S. Foss’s Patriot Office, Woonsocket, R. I.

1871 October 20.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  October 20, 1871, Vol. 39, No. 9, Whole No. 1984, P. 3.

A Regular Convocation of Union R. A. Chapter, No. 5, Woonsocket, will take place at Masonic Hall, on Monday the 23d inst., at 7 o’clock P. M.  Six M. E. M. to be exalted.  A collation will be served.  Officers and companions are requested to assemble promptly at 7 o’clock.  By order of the M. E. H. P.  E. Goddard, Sec. pro tem.

1871 December 15.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  December 15, 1871, Vol. 39, No. 17, Whole No. 1992, P. 3.

Photographic!  Mr. Goddard Is constantly receiving and working all of the latest improvements in Photography.  Many new styles of Pictures have been lately added to his numerous variety, including several Patents.  I am making India Ink, Crayon & Painted Portraits, from old Pictures and from Life, at prices from $5.00 to $50.00 and upwards, in the most artistic style and finish.

My Medallion Cards, Rembrandt and Berlin Heads Excel anything of this size heretofore taken.  Plain Photographs at reduced prices and warranted permanent.  Duplicate Photographs made from the Metcalf Negatives.

Advertisement ran from December 15, 1871 to July 23, 1875.

Rooms 186 Main Street, Opposite S. S. Foss’s Patriot Office, Woonsocket, R. I.

1872 March 22.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  March 22, 1872, Vol. 39, No. 31, Whole No. 2006, P. 1.

“Who can Paint like Nature?”  Mr. Emerson Goddard, daguerrean artist, of this town, has produced specimens of his craft which are creditable in the highest degree.  Among his recent portraits, of life size, is one of the late Robert Foss, of Mansfield, Connecticut, one of which may be seen in the Patriot Bookstore.  It is finished in crayon, and is not only beautiful as a work of art, but is a natural and faithful representation of the subject.  The art of painting life-like portraits by the eye and brush is one of the most difficult in the whole realm of art, and few have excelled therein.  It was not until Louis Jacques Maude Daguerre, the eminent French painter, discovered and improved the photographic process, in 1838-1839, that truthful “counterfeit presentments” of the human face became common and accessible to all.  Daguerre died July 12, 1851.  His name and fame must forever remain indissolubly connected with the wonderful art.

People who desire to see a faithful picture by a creditable imitator of M. Daguerre, should examine this portrait of Mr. Foss, which will remain in the Patriot Bookstore for a brief time.

1872 November 22.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  November 22, 1872, Vol. 40, No. 14, Whole No. 2040, P. 5.

Guardian’s Notice.—Notice is hereby given that the undersigned has been appointed, and is duly qualified as guardian of the person and estate of Grace A. Jenckes, minor daughter of Leland D. Jenckes, late of Woonsocket, deceased.  Emerson Goddard.

1873 September 12.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  September 12, 1873, Vol. 41, No. 4, Whole No. 2081, P. 5.

Wanted.—An honest Boy in a Photograph Room.  One 16 to 18 years of age, who can board with his parents preferred.  Inquire of E. Goddard.

1874 September 18.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  September 18, 1874, Vol. 42, No. 5, Whole No. 2134, P. 1.

The paragraph in The Patriot, two weeks ago, relative to a photographer being fined for working on the Sabbath, had no reference to Mr. Emerson Goddard, whose establishment is never opened for business on that day.  In this paragraph we have barely room to add that Mr. Goddard is one of the first photographers in New England—his pictures being artistic, finished, and deservedly admired.

1877 May 25.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  May 25, 1877, Vol. 44, No. 41, Whole No. 2276, P. 1.

Mr. Emerson Goddard, the popular photographer, designs building a house on Hamlet Avenue, having purchased the fine lot of the estate of the late R. S. Sinclair.

1877 May 25.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  May 25, 1877, Vol. 44, No. 41, Whole No. 2276, P. 5.

E. Goddard, Photographer.  Copying and Finishing in India Ink, Crayon, Water and Oil Colors a specialty.  Photographing in all the latest styes, finely finished, and warranted permanent.—Studio, No. 186 Main street, Woonsocket, R. I.

1877 September 7.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  September 7, 1877, Vol. 45, No. 4, Whole No. 2292, P. 1.

Mr. E. Goddard, photographer, shows a fine photograph of the late Bringham Young’s residence in Salt Lake City.  The picture was sent by Mr. Goddard’s brother.

1877 November 16.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  November 16, 1877, Vol. 45, No. 14, Whole No. 2302, P. 1.

Mr. Emerson Goddard, the photographer, has broken ground on the north side of Hamlet Avenue, for the purpose of putting up a house.  Messrs Rickard & Prary are builders, and the work is let out to them by contract.  The style of the house is what is known as the “American cottage.”  It will contain about eleven rooms and will be 35 x 30 feet in extent, with a barn at the rear, 30 x 20.  It will cost when completed about $5,000.

1877 December 28.  Woonsocket Patriot and Rhode Island State Register.  (Woonsocket, Rhode Island.)  December 28, 1877, Vol. 45, No. 20, Whole No. 2308, P. 1.

E. Goddard is making some fine photographs for New Year’s gifts.  By a visit to his photograph gallery some excellent specimens of his artistic skill may be seen, including promenades, cabinets, and porcelain pictures.

1893 August 7.  Providence News.  (Providence, Rhode Island.)  August 7, 1893, Vol. 4, No. 116, P. 7.

Died.  Goddard—At Woonsocket, August 5, Emmerson Goddard, aged 74 years.

1893 August 7.  The Evening Bulletin.  (Providence, Rhode Island.)  August 7, 1893, Vol. XXXI, No. 185, P. 7.

Goddard—In Woonsocket, 5th inst., Emerson Goddard, in the 74th year of his age.

1893 August 9.  Providence News.  (Providence, Rhode Island.)  August 9, 1893, Vol. 4, No. 118, P. 8.

The funeral of Emerson Goddard took place at 2 o’clock yesterday afternoon, from his late home, 62 Park avenue, Woonsocket.  A quartet, consisting of Miss Minnie Farnum, Mrs. R. F. Tucker, Messrs. M. R. Newell and G. F. Higgins, rendered appropriate selections.  All the Masonic bodies in the city were in a tendance.  Rev. C. J. White conducted the service.

1893 September 6.  Providence News.  (Providence, Rhode Island.)  September 6, 1893, Vol. XXXI, No. 211, P. 6.

Woonsocket.  Court of Probate…

The will of Emerson Goddard was proved, allowed and ordered recorded, and his wife, June E. Goddard, approved as executrix.  The will was dated Cumberland, Jan. 12, 1865.  Bond was fixed at $600:  Sureties, Clara L. Thayer, C. W. Talcott.

1893 November 11.  The Providence Journal.  (Providence, Rhode Island.)  November 11, 1893, Vol. LXV, No. 270, P. 8.

Funeral of Mrs. Goddard.  The Funeral of Jane E., Widow of Emerson Goddard, who removed from this city to Brooklyn, N. Y., a few weeks ago and who died in that city, took place from the local Universalist Church yesterday afternoon.  Rev. Charles J. White officiated.  A quartet composed of Mrs. William Sheafe Chase, Mrs. William S. Preston, Joseph W. Nichols and Robert Donaldson sang appropriate selections.  The floral offerings were handsome.. The remains were interred at Oak Hill Cemetery.  The bearers were:  Clement E. Darling, R. O. Cooke, Seth S. Getchell, Joseph H. Watson, Fred W. Arnold and Caleb L. Knight.  

Glosser, Henry

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1858                363 Broadway, New York, New York.

1858                765 Broadway, New York, New York.

1859                Address Unknown, New York, New York.[1]

1857 December 19.  Frank Leslie’s Illustrated Newspaper.  (New York, New York.)  December 19, 1857, Vol. V, No. 107, P. 11.

Masonic Celebration…

List of the officers of St. John’s Lodge No. 1, for 1857…H. Glosser, Church Steward…

1858 June 17.  New York Daily Tribune.  (New York, New York.)  June 17, 1858, Vol. XVIII, No. 5353, P. 6.

Diaphaneotypes, Photographs and Daguerreotypes made at Glosser’s Gallery (late. Booth’s[2]), (sic.) No. 765 Broadway, between 8th and 9th-sts.  Daguerreotypes copied and enlarged.

Advertisement ran from June 17 to 19, 1858.

[1] New York City Directory 1859/1860.

[2] Samuel Root

Glen, Daniel L.

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

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

1856                215 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Advertisement was recorded from May 6 to 31, 1851.

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

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

Daguerrean Stock for sale.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Advertisement ran from November 30 to December 6, 1852.

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

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

Advertisement ran from December 2 to 6, 1852.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Governor Manning

The Mayor of Charleston

Miss Julia Dean

Miss Anna Cruise

Miss Graham

Mr. Neatie, the Tragedian.

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

Advertisement ran from March 9 to 29, 1853.

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

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

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

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

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

Advertisement ran on May 4 & 5, 1853.

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

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

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

Advertisement ran from May 30 to June 1, 1853.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Advertisement was recorded from April 10 to 14, 1854.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

98.   Four Daguerreotypes; J. T. Zealy.

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

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

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

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

The Catholic Fair…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The Ladies Fair…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ambrotypes, from $1 upward.

Daguerreotypes, from $1 upwards.

Photographs, $4 to $40.

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

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

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

The Gallery of Paintings at the Institute.

“All that imagination’s power could trace,

Breathed in the pencil’s imitative grace,

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

That wonderous art, infused with power of life,

Portrayed each pulse, each passion’s might revealing,

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

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

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

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

[2] Masury & Silsbee

[3] Loyal Moses Ives

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

[5] N. G. Nobel Grand.

[6] Whole left side of advertisement unreadable.

Gleason, B. F.

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1859                Address Unknown, Adams, New York.

1859 September 15.  The New York Reformer.  (Watertown, New York.)  September 15, 1859, Vol. X, No. 4, P. 2.

Fair of the Ellisburgh, Adams and Henderson Agricultural Society…Several cases of daguerreotypes and photographs, exhibited by B. F. Gleason, of Adams, attracted no little attention, and spoke highly of Mr. G. as an artist…

Gladden, John G.

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1859-1859       Address Unknown, Columbia, South Carolina.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Advertisement ran from April 19 to May 3, 1859.

Ginter, D.

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1854                Room over Ammerman, Rosser & Co., Shamokin, Pennsylvania.

1854                Address Unknown, Trevorton, Pennsylvania.

1854 May 6.  Sunbury American.  (Sunbury, Pennsylvania.)  May 6, 1854, New Series—Vol. 7, No. 6, Old Series—Vol. 14, No. 32, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—Our friends of Shamokin have now an excellent opportunity to have their Daguerreotypes taken.  For further particulars see Mr. Ginter’s card in another column.

1854 May 6.  Sunbury American.  (Sunbury, Pennsylvania.)  May 6, 1854, New Series—Vol. 7, No. 6, Old Series—Vol. 14, No. 32, P. 2.

Daguerrean Gallery.  The undersigned would respectfully inform the ladies and gentlemen of Shamokin and vicinity that he has taken and fitted up a room above the store of Ammerman, Rosser & Co., where he will remain for a short time for the purpose of executing Daguerreotypes.  All who are desirous of having their likenesses taken in the latest style will find it to their interest to call soon.  Delay then no longer, to-morrow it may be to late.  No charges for pictures unless satisfaction is given to the customer.  D. Ginter.  Shamokin, May 6, 1854.

Advertisement ran from May 6 to June 3, 1854.

1854 June 10.  Sunbury American.  (Sunbury, Pennsylvania.)  June 10, 1854, New Series—Vol. 7, No. 11, Old Series—Vol. 14, No. 37, P. 2.

Daguerreotype.  The undersigned who has been operating at Shamokin for the last month intends to go to Trevorton on the 12th inst., where he will remain for one week.  D. Ginter.  Shamokin, June 10, 1854.—

Advertisement ran from June 10 to 24, 1854.

Gilmore, William H.

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1846                69 Arcade, Providence, Rhode Island.[1]

1849-1850       236 Main Street, Worcester, Massachusetts.

1851                Harrington Corner, Worcester, Massachusetts.

1852-1853       Rooms in Nichols’ Building, No. 7, Middlebury, Vermont.

1852-1853       Rooms over Barrett and Son’s Store, Rutland, Vermont.

1853                Rooms in Nichols’ Building, Nos. 6 and 7, Middlebury, Vermont.

1853                Address Unknown, Rutland, Vermont.

1854-1855       Rooms over Mr. R. L. Fullers Store, Middlebury, Vermont

1849 February 1.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  February 1, 1849, Vol. 4, No. 169, P. 3.

New Daguerreotype Gallery.  Gilmore & Albee, Having fitted up the large and commodious Room, 236 Main Street, (Paine’s Block,) over Horace Ayres’ Grocery Store, formerly occupied by Miss Allen as a School Room, would respectfully inform the public that they are prepared to take Daguerreotype Miniatures, of the different sizes, and of superior appearance, tone and finish on the most reasonable terms.  With German Instruments of the first quality, and very superior light, they warrant their Pictures to be equal, if not superior to any produced in this city or elsewhere; and having had extensive experience in the business, they are confident of giving satisfaction to those who may favor them with their patronage.

They wish it distinctly understood that no person is expected to take a Picture from their Room unless they are perfectly satisfied with its life-like appearance, as well as superior finish.            Wm. H. Gilmore, A. P. Albee.                                                                                   

Advertisement ran from February 1 to July 6, 1849.

1849 July 9.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  July 9, 1849, Vol. 5, No. 32, P. 3.

Copartnership Notice.  The copartnership hereto fore existing by the name of Gilmore & Albee is by Mutual consent, this day dissolved.  Wm. H. Gilmore, A. P. Albee, Worcester, June 19, 1849

N. B.   The Daguerreotype business will be continued at the old stand, 235 Main St., by the Subscriber.  Pictures taken at all times, without regard to weather.  Perfect satisfaction or no charge.  Please call and examine my Life Like, Pictures and Judge for yourselves.  Wm. H. Gilmore.  July 3.

Advertisement ran from July 9 to August 23, 1849.

1849 September 25.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  September 25, 1849, Vol. 5, No. 88, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes, The subscriber respectfully informs his old friends and customers, that he has returned to his old stand, 236 Main-street, where he would be pleased to wait upon all who may favor him with their patronage.  He invites all to call and examine his specimens, particularly those of the Hon. Judge Collamar, Post Master General to the United States, and Geo. Phelps, President of the Massachusetts Copper Mining Company, whose Daguerreotypes he has had the pleasure of taking during his visit to Vermont.

N. B. Pictures taken in less time and more life-like than any other room in the city.  Wm. H. Gilmore. Worcester.                                                                                    

Advertisement ran from September 25, 1849 to November 21, 1850.

1851 July 11.  Barre Patriot.  (Barree, Massachusetts.)  July 11, 1851, Vol. 7, No. 52, Whole No. 542, P. 3.

Great Daguerrian Palace In Worcester.  The citizens of Worcester and vicinity are respectfully informed that the City Daguerrian Company Have fitted up at great expense, one of the most magnificent Daguerrian Establishments in the United States.  A spacious and richly furnished Ante-Room will be open at all times for visitors who may desire to examine specimens, or who may wish Daguerreotypes, either for themselves, or their friends,  The establishment will be under the supervision of an Experienced And Skilful Artist who, in this branch of the Fine Arts, has no superior in the country.  One of the apartments is fitted with a glass roof which reflects a North Light, possessing, as every Artist knows, unrivalled advantages over every other description of light.  In the finishing of Daguerreotypes, and in other parts of the process of taking them, the proprietors have made improvements which are soon to be patented, and which are not in possession of any other establishment in the country.

Entire satisfaction will be guaranteed, and the patronage of the public is respectfully solicited.  Entrance to the Palace is on Harrington Corner.  W. H. Gilmore, Artist.

Advertisement ran from July 11 to November 14, 1851.

1852 January 7.  The Middlebury Register.  (Middlebury, Vermont.)  January 7, 1852, Vol. XVI, No. 37, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Mr. W. H. Gilmore would respectfully inform the citizens of Middlebury and vicinity he has taken rooms in Nichols’ building (No. 7) where for a few days he will hold himself in readiness, at all hours, to furnish all who may so desire, with daguerreotypes of a style and finish not to be surpassed in the country.  Those who doubt the truth of this assurance are invited to call and try.  Perfect satisfaction warranted.

Advertisement ran from January 7 to March 3, 1852.

1852 March 10.  The Middlebury Register.  (Middlebury, Vermont.)  March 10, 1852, Vol. XVI, No. 46, P. 3.

Premium Daguerreotypes.  W. H. Gillmore Would respectfully announce to the public of Middlebury and vicinity, that he has taken Rooms in Nichols’ Building, west of the Bridge, which are to be fitted up permanently for his use, for the year to come.  His Daguerreotypes have been highly commended by the hundreds who have availed themselves of his services during his present visit to Middlebury, and he is determined that his work shall be Surpassed By No Other Artist.

Mr. G. will divide his time between this place and Rutland, spending six weeks alternately in each village.

Daguerreotypes will be put up in all styles, to suite customers, and on satisfactory terms.  The public are invited to call and examine specimens.         

Advertisement ran from March 10 to 17, 1852.

1852 May 12.  The Middlebury Register.  (Middlebury, Vermont.)  May 12, 1852, Vol. XVII, No. 3, P. 3.

Home Again.  Mr. W. H. Gillmore Would respectfully inform the citizens of Middlebury, that he will return to his old Rooms, No. 7, Nichols’ Building, on Monday May 17th, where he will spare neither pains nor skill in making Likenesses that are perfect representations of those who may call upon him at No. 7, Nichols’ Building, and in a style and finish unsurpassed by any traveling Daguerreotypist in the country, as hundreds in this town can and will testify.  Those who wish to procure a good natural likeness will do well to wait until he returns home, as he has been to the expense of fitting up his rooms in good style, for the comfort and convenience of his patrons.

P. S. I exhibit no pictures except those of my own taking, and am prepared to sell as good, or even better ones than I exhibit as specimens.  W. H. G.                               

Advertisement ran from May 10 to December 1, 1852.

1852 September 2.  The Rutland Herald.  (Rutland, Vermont.)  September 2, 1852, Vol. 59, No. 33, P. 3.

At Home Again!  Velutim Speculunm.  This valuable improvement in the Daguerreotype Art.  Commends itself to all wanting perfect and durable likenesses of themselves or friends.

The subscriber’s new method of taking beautiful crayon, Enameled Crayon, and colored miniatures must be admitted to be among the most remarkable of the recent discoveries in the optical science.

The subscribers has the pleasure to inform the Ladies and Gentleman of Rutland and vicinity that he has returned to his old room over Barrett and son’s Store, on West street where he will exhibit specimens of all the above named improvements in the Art and will execute for all who may desire durable miniatures of either variety with a degree of Perfection Satisfactory for the most critical examiner.  Call soon and improve the opportunity while there is a chance as he will remain in town but a few days.

Do not forget the place—Rooms over Barrett and Son’s Store.

P. S. Those wishing Likenesses will do well to examine my style of Pictures before procuring elsewhere and judge for yourselves of their style and finish.

Hours of operating from 8 o’clock to 5.  For children from ten to two.  Adults all hours.  Satisfaction given in all cases.  Pictures inserted in pins, rings lockets.  Wm. H. Gilmore.

Advertisement ran from September 2 to October 28, 1852.           

1852 October 13.  The Middlebury Register.  (Middlebury, Vermont.)  October 13, 1852, Vol. XVII, No. 25, P. 2.

Premiums Awarded at the Ninth Fair of the Addison County Agricultural Society, Oct. 6, 1852…

Daguerreotypes,

Wm. H. Gilmore, Middlebury and Rutland,  .50

1852 October 14.  The Rutland Herald.  (Rutland, Vermont.)  October 14, 1852, Vol. 59, No. 41, P. 2.

Premiums Awarded at the Seventh Annual Fair of the Rutland County Agricultural Society, Sept. 22d and 23d….

Fine Arts….

For the best Daguerreotype, a premium was awarded Mr. Gilmore of Rutland.

1853 February 9.  The Middlebury Register.  (Middlebury, Vermont.)  February 9, 1853, Vol. XVII, No. 42, P. 3.

Premium Daguerreotypes.  Mr. William H. Gillmore would respectfully announced to the people of Middlebury, that he can be found at his Old Rooms, No. 7 Nichols’ Building, ready to execute Daguerreotype Likenesses, in all the modern styles and improvements in the art.

All those that want a perfect Daguerreotype Likeness, will please call at No. 7, Nichols’ Building, and get one of Gillmore’s best.

P. S.  To those who think that I did not locate myself here permanently one year last December, I will just say, that such was the fact, and I intend to continue so if all creation of operators come and put in Sky-lights in every other house in town.  I have as good a light as I could wish, and up only one flight of stairs, and easy of access.  In short, I have a very pleasant suit of Rooms and well adapted to the Daguerrean business.  Those who contemplate sitting will avail themselves of the opportunity soon, as I have two other Rooms which I must visit soon.

W. H. Gillmore, Rutland, Brandon & Middlebury Daguerreotypist.                    

Advertisement ran from February 9 to 23, 1853.

1853 March 2.  The Middlebury Register.  (Middlebury, Vermont.)  March 2, 1853, Vol. XVII, No. 45, P. 3.

Improvement In Taking Daguerreotypes!  I would respectfully announce to the people of Middlebury and vicinity, that I have a new mode of preparing the Daguerreotype Plate, which surpasses all others now in use.  I can make double the number of pictures in the same length of time, that I could by the old way, and with a brilliancy of tone and finish unsurpassed by any other process.  I shall have it ready for operation by Monday next, March 7th.  Call and see, and know the wonders of science and art even in your own town, at Nos. 6 and 7 Nichol’s Building.

W. H. Gillmore.                     

Advertisement ran from March 2 to September 7, 1853.

1854 May 3.  The Middlebury Register.  (Middlebury, Vermont.)  May 3, 1854, Vol. XIX, No. 2, P. 3.

Premium Daguerreotypes.  W. H. Gillmore would respectfully inform the people of Middlebury and vicinity, that he has returned again to make a professional stop for a short time.  My place of business at present is over the Store of Mr. Fuller, in the room formerly occupied as a Daguerrean Room, and well adapted to the business.  All who have not availed themselves of previous opportunities, will do well to call soon and get one of my best pictures, and such as never were taken before in this town.  Having had many years experience in the business, I feel confident of giving perfect satisfaction to all who may favor me with their patronage.

N. B.  Feeling truly grateful for past patronage, I solicit a continuance of the same.  I can be found in my rooms at all hours of the day, ready and willing.  Do not forget the place—the brick building near the Railroad Bridge.  W. H. Gilmore, Daguerrean Artist.

Advertisement ran from May 3 to December 6, 1854.

1854 May 31.  The Middlebury Register.  (Middlebury, Vermont.)  May 31, 1854, Vol. XIX, No. 6, P. 2.

Daguerreotype of the Eclipse.—a daguerreotype of the great eclipse was taken by Mr. Gillmore, at the Addison House, showing the ring in its perfection, and accurately representing the surrounding sky and clouds.  Call at his rooms (in Stewart’s Building) and see it.

1854 October 11.  The Middlebury Register.  (Middlebury, Vermont.)  October 11, 1854, Vol. XIX, No. 25, P. 2.

The County Fair.  Our County Fair, on Wednesday and Thursday of last week,…

1st Premium on Daguerreotypes, W. W. Ormsbee.  Middlebury,                2.00

2nd Premium on Daguerreotypes, W. H. Gillmore.  do                                    1.00

1854 October 25.  The Middlebury Register.  (Middlebury, Vermont.)  October 25, 1854, Vol. XIX, No. 27, P. 3.

The Best Daguerreotypes.  At the late Fair at Middlebury, the committee on Paintings, &c., Mr. Battell, chairman, (the celebrated portrait painted, Mr. Mason, by invitation, advising) made the following Awards:

1st best Daguerreotypes, W. W. Ormsbee, $2

2d best (being but two exhibitors) Gillmore, 1.

The pictures exhibited by Ormsbee were his 2d best, as they were duplicates; persons sitting having taken their choice.  Several were likenesses of the last graduating class.  This class were at great pains to obtain the best, as they were to be multiplied and perpetuated by lithograph copies.  The reputation of Tapley attracted them to Brandon; but not quite satisfied, some of them set to Gilmore, but after full trial a majority sent to New York for lithographing were of those taken by Ormsbee, the rest were by Tapley.

Five only of the sixteen exhibited were taken with any reference to the Fair.  To judge of pictures, the difference in the eyes of Ormsbee’s and Gillmore picture could not fail to attract attention.  Ormsbee’s present a clear, well defined eye, Gillmore’s owing probably to his instrument, doubly refractory quality, besides giving an eye imperfectly defined, produces one or more extra white spots apparent in all the pictures on exhibition by Gillmore with one exception.

Ormsbee’s rooms are at the dwelling of Doct. Brockway, Dentist.

N. B.  Ormsbee’s Camera is one of the most modern and perfect furnished by the Present market.

Advertisement ran from October 25, 1854 to January 31, 1855.

1855 January 10.  The Middlebury Register.  (Middlebury, Vermont.)  January 10, 1855, Vol. XIX, No. 38, P. 3.

Premium Daguerreotypes William H. Gillmore, Would respectfully inform the people of Middlebury and vicinity, that he has newly fitted up his Rooms, in a neat and commodious style, both for convenience and comfort of his customers.  With many years’ practice in the Daguerrean Art, I feel quite competent to excel in all of its various branches, having made many improvements in the Art, and some of them of the greatest utility, both to the likeness and general outline of features, which is truly essential to a perfect likeness.  In many instances I have the decided advantage over all competitors.  In the first place I have a German camera, which is far superior to any homemade camera and cost three times as much; and then I have a wheel for polishing plates, which is far superior to the old method of polishing, not only for superiority of polish, but quickness—also, I can prepare four to one and with a surface ten times better than those of other folks.  To any one who may see fit to give me a call, I will prove to entire satisfaction all of the above statements.—And now,

Ye who would spare the burning tear

And leave a fond memento of a form beloved

Sacred to memory and affection dear

To parting friends in sadness proved,

Or would to others times transmit the look

That charmed a world and bid the eye

Of admiration kindle bright,

Trust to the sunbeam’s line of light.

A camera true will draw the picture right.

Hours of operation from * A. M. until 4 P. M.  Children from 11 until 2 in pleasant weather.  Adults without regard to weather.

Truly thankful for past favors, I solicit a continuance of the same.  Office over R. L. Fuller’s Store.  Wm. H. Gillmore, Dag Artist.

Advertisement ran from January 10 to February 14, 1855.

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

Gilchrest, George C.

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , , ,

1845-1846       35 Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.

1847                82 Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.[1]

1849                92 Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.1

1851                82 Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.1

1852                92 Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.

1853-1887       92 Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.1

1857-1858       Address and location unknown, Maine.

1888                Address Unknown, Lowell, Massachusetts.1

1845 August 30.  Star of Bethlehem.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  August 30, 1845, Vol. V, No. 17, P. 3.

George C. Gilchrist, Portrait And Miniature Painter No. 35 Merrimac street, under Concert Hall, House, Belvidere.  Also Daguerreotype Miniatures colored and finished in the best manner.

Having procured a German instrument, C. G. can now take as correct likenesses can be taken in Boston, or elsewhere.

Prices from $2.50 to $3.00 in cases Lockets.  Please call and satisfy yourselves.

Advertisement ran from August 30, 1845 to May 2, 1846

1852 September 24.  Lowell Daily Journal and Courier.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  September 24, 1852, Vol. XVIII, No. 3880, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  No Connection With Any Other Rooms In The City.  Gilchrest’s New Daguerrean Rooms are now open for visitors, at No. 92 Merrimack street, where all his former patrons and the public generally are invited to call and examine the improvement in his Pictures taken under his new Sky-light.  Having had ten years’ practical experience in the art, he is confident that, with his new arrangement of light, he can make a better, more brilliant and pleasing Picture than he ever has at either of his old establishments—which, by the way, he [has] left, and positively has no connection with. 

The public will please remember that the only place in Lowell to get Miniatures executed by Gilchrest, is at No. 92 Merrimack street.

Particular attention paid to taking Likenesses of small children, sick and deceased persons. 

1853 April 19.  Lowell Daily Journal and Courier.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  April 19, 1853, Vol. XVIII, No. 4043, P. 2.

Stolen.  Gilchrest’s Daguerrean Rooms, No. 92 Merrimack street, were entered last night, by means of false keys, and robbed of about $100 worth of gold lockets and cases.  Gilchrest would like to take the rogue’s daguerreotype for hanging.

1857 February 28.  Lowell Daily Citizen and News.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  February 28, 1857, Vol. VI, No. 259, P. 2.

Caution To The Public!  Whereas certain persons who are peddling Daguerreotype Cases in this City, are misrepresenting our prices for making Daguerreotypes to enhance the value of their Cases, we the undersigned, in order to expose the cheat and enlighten the public in regard to our prices, hereby affix our scale of prices for the Cases they are selling.

            Sise.                Filled.              Unfilled.

For      1-16                 $1.00               $1.19½

 “         1-9                   $1.00               $1.25

 “         1-6                   $1.25               $1.50

 “         1-4                   $1.75               $2.00

 “         1-2                   $2.50               $3.00

G. C. Gilchrest,  Chas. Wilkins,  A. J. Simpson,  E. J. Hastings,  G. K. Warren, A. J. Page,  M. Balley,  S. Shattuck. 

Advertisement was recorded from February 28 to March 7, 1857.

1857 February 28.  Lowell Daily Journal and Courier.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  February 28, 1857, Vol. XXII, No. 5216, P. 3.

Caution To The Public!  Whereas certain persons who are peddling Daguerreotype Cases in this City, are misrepresenting our prices for making Daguerreotypes to enhance the value of their Cases, we the undersigned, in order to expose the cheat and enlighten the public in regard to our prices, hereby affix our scale of prices for the Cases they are selling.

            Sise.                Filled.              Unfilled.

For      1-16                 $1.00               $1.19½

 “         1-9                   $1.00               $1.25

 “         1-6                   $1.25               $1.50

 “         1-4                   $1.75               $2.00

 “         1-2                   $2.50               $3.00

G. C. Gilchrest,  Chas. Wilkins,  A. J. Simpson,  E. J. Hastings,  G. K. Warren, A. J. Page,  M. Balley,  S. Shattuck. 

Advertisement was recorded from February 28 to May 8, 1857.

1857 December 29.  Lowell Daily Citizen and News.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  December 29, 1857, Vol. VII, No. 512, P. 2.

Only $3.00 for large photograph likenesses, at Gilchrest’s, 92 Merrimack street—warranted as good as can be had in Lowell.  Also, large photographs copied from Daguerreotypes.

Advertisement ran from December 29, 1857 to February 1, 1858.

1858 January 16.  Lowell Daily Citizen and News.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  January 16, 1858, Vol. VII, No. 528, P. 2.

At Home Again.  Gilchrest’s capital Daguerreotype operator, who has been spending some three months in the Pine Tree State, has returned to the city, and may be found at the Gallery No. 92 Merrimack street, ready to wait on his friends and customers who are in want of pictures.

Advertisement ran from January 16 to 20, 1858.

1860 April 19.  Lowell Daily Citizen and News.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  April 19, 1860, Vol. IX, No. 1219, P. 2.

Alarm Of Fire.  Yesterday afternoon, about 2 o’clock, fire was discovered in the attic over S. Towle’s daguerreotype saloon, No. 88 Merrimack street, occupied by Mr. Gilchrest.  Its timely discovery prevented a serious conflagration.  It took in a lot of straw and empty boxes, it is supposed, from spontaneous combustion.  Damage trifling.  No general alarm was given, though most of the fire department were there.

1860 May 10.  Lowell Daily Citizen and News.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  May 10, 1860, Vol. X, No. 1237, P. 2.

Photographs.  The Engineers of our fire department for last year are having their photographs taken.  They will be neatly framed, and placed in the engineers’ room.  Gilchrest, 98 Merrimack street, is taking the pictures.

1864 April 11.  Lowell Daily Citizen and News.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  April 11, 1864, Vol. XIV, No. 2436, P. 2.

A. Card.  G. C. Gilchrest, the well known Photographist, having thoroughly refitted his suite of rooms, at No. 92 Merrimack street, has just re=opened the same and is fully prepared to give all who may visit him ample proof that he is able to produce as good a picture, in every respect, as can be made by the art.  The public are respectfully invited to call.

Advertisement ran from April 11 to 13, 1864.

1866 July 27.  Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  July 27, 1864, Vol. XXVI, No. 39, P. 4.

Incomes Of Lowell Men For 1865.  We give below the income of the citizens of Lowell for 1865, as returned to the United States Internal Revenue Assessors.  These incomes are clear of $600, which is by law exempt.  The income tax from the salaries of United States officials is deducted at Washington, and therefore the amount published against the names of such is from their private income.  The number of the names appearing in the list is 1159—a very large increase over that of last year.  It will be seen that during the last year the manufacturing of medicine has been the most profitable business in Lowell, the manufacturing of chemicals and dye-stuffs coming second, and the lumber business being third…

Gilchrest G. C.  $200.

1867 October 18.  Lowell Daily Citizen and News.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  October 18, 1867, Vol. XVII, No. 3512, P. 2.

Premioms (sic.) At The Fair.  The publication of the list of premiums at the Mechanic Fair is concluded below… 

Class O.

Paintings, Statuary, Drawings, Engravings, Lithographs, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, &c…

Nathaniel C. Sanborn, Lowell, photographs, bronze medal.

Asa B. Eaton, Lowell, Photographs, bronze medal.

George C. Gilchrest, Lowell, photographs, bronze medal.

Andrew J. Simpson, Lowell, photographs, bronze medal.

Augustus Marshall, Boston, photographs, bronze medal.

J. S. Notman & Co., Boston, photographs, bronze medal.

1868 August 24.  Lowell Daily Citizen and News.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  August 24, 1868, Vol. XVIII, No. 3773, P. 2.

List of Lowell Taxpayers.  We are under obligations to the board os Assessors for the following list of persons and corporations paying a tax of $100,or over, in this city, the present year.  The rate of taxation this year is $14.10 upon $1000. Last year’s rate was $14.80.

Gilchrest, George C.  103.09.

1869 August 18.  Vox Populi.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  August 18, 1869, Vol. 29, No. 47, P. 2.

Tax Payers in Lowell.  Below we give a list of the resident, non-resident, and corporation tax payers in Lowell, the present year, whose tax amounts to $100 and over.  The rate of taxation, as previously stated, is $16.80 upon $1000.  The whole number of polls, this year, is 3, 445, an increase of 293 over last year…

Gilchrest, George C.  126.32.

1870 March 11.  Lowell Daily Citizen and News.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  March 11, 1870, Vol. XX, No. 4250, P. 2.

A Pleasant Time.  By invitation, a company of a hundred or more came together last evening at the rooms of George C. Gilchrest, 92 Merrimack street, when an enjoyable time was had…

1870 March 11.  Lowell Daily Citizen and News.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  March 11, 1870, Vol. XX, No. 4250, P. 2.

The Dramatic Entertainment by the “N. N. Associates,” assisted by several young ladies, is to be given this evening in the photograph rooms of Messrs Gilchrest & Towle, 92 Merrimack street.  The drama entitled “The Last Loaf,” is to be presented.

1888 January 14.  Lowell Weekly Sun.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  January 14, 1888, Vol. X, No. 24, P. 8.

Mr. G. C. Gilchrist, one of the oldest photographers in Lowell, died Thursday at his home 170 Westford street, after a protracted illness.  His age was 76 years.  He was a native of Knox Me., but came to Lowell from Newmarket, N. H., 42 years ago.

[1] A Directory Of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900.

Giers, Charles G.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , ,

ND                  Cedar Street, Nashville, Tennessee.

1855-1856       Corner of Deaderick Street and College streets, and the Square, Nashville,                              Tennessee.

1859-1863       Corner of Deaderick Street and the Square, Nashville, Tennessee.

1855 January 16.  Nashville Union and American.  (Nashville, Tennessee.)  January 16, 1855, Vol. XXVI, No. 116, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes!  Daguerreotypes!!  Charles C. Giers would respectfully inform his customers, and the ladies particularly, that he has removed from Cedar street to the corner of Deaderick and College streets, over Browne’s, where he will be glad to see all who are in want of fine and life like pictures.  He has gone to great expense in fitting up powerful side and sky lights, and his rooms are fitted up in elegant style.  He has engaged the services of experienced and polite operators, and is determined to make his Model Establishment of the South West, and feels assured that he will be able to give satisfaction.

He invites the public to call and examine his specimens, as also some fine Oil paintings, by the old masters, just received from Europe, which he offers for sale very low.

Call at the corner of Deaderick street and the Square.

N. B.—An experienced operator always ready for any out door work, such as taking buildings, deceased persons, &c.                                                                                               

Advertisement ran from January 16 to December 12, 1855.

1855 October 3.  Nashville Union and American.  (Nashville, Tennessee.)  October 3, 1855, Vol. XXVII, No. 112, P. 2.

Giers’ Side Sky-Light Daguerrean Gallery, Corner Of Deaderick Street And Square.  My Rooms are fitted up in a style inferior to none, with the best Side Sky-Light, in the city, fronting immediately on the Square.

Persons in want of a fine life-like and flesh colored Daguerreotype, will find it to their advantage to call and examine my Specimens, and I warrant to give satisfaction in every case or no charge made.  Call and judge for yourself.          Chas. C. Giers.                                   

Advertisement ran from October 3, 1855 to January 11, 1856.

1855 October 11.  The Daily Nashville True Whig.  (Nashville, Tennessee.)  October 11, 1855, Vol. XIX, Whole No. 3466, P. 2.

The Mechanics Fair-Articles Exhibited, Premiums Awarded, &c.  The first Annual Fair of the Mechanics Institute closed on Saturday night, after having been the center of attraction to citizens and strangers for a week….

Of daguerreotypes, specimens were exhibited by Messrs. Hughes Bros. and C. C. Giers, and of photographs by the former gentlemen.  These were highly finished specimens, and such as may be procured at the establishments of the exhibitors….

1855 October 12.  The Daily Nashville True Whig.  (Nashville, Tennessee.)  October 12, 1855, Vol. XIX, Whole No. 3467, P. 2.

Awards of the Premiums of the Mechanics Institute.  First Annual Exhibition—October 1855….Class No. 26—Daguerreotypes Photographs and Apparatus.

Hughes Bros., Daguerreotypes and Photographs, ……………………Diploma.

C. C. Giers, Daguerreotypes………………………………………….2nd Class Diploma.

R. McLain, Daguerreotypes………………………………………………Hon’l. Mention.

1859 April 9.  Nashville Union and American.  (Nashville, Tennessee.)  April 9, 1859, Vol. XXIX, No. 357, P.3.

Tennessee Historical Society…Contributions, in the way of photographic pictures, were made by C. Giers, T. F. Saltzman and C. C. Hughes, of this city.

1859 December 4.  Nashville Union and American.  (Nashville, Tennessee.)  April 9, 1859, Vol. 30, No. 214, P. 3.

Southern Photographic Temple Of Fine Arts.  Corner of Deaderick street and Public Square, over Browne’s.

If you want a fine and durable Ambrotype, a plain or colored Photograph, which are warranted not to fade, call at the Southern Photographic Temple of Fine Arts, corner of Deaderick street and the Square, over Browne’s.  The very best artists are employed in this Gallery, and being a permanent institution of this city, you will be sure of not being humbugged, as you certainly will be by those noisy and peddling picture makers.  Satisfaction given to every customer or no charge made.  Chas. C. Giers.                                              

Advertisement ran from December 4, 1859 to January 10, 1860.

1860 October 31.  Daily Union And American.  (Nashville, Tennessee.)  October 31, 1860, Vol. XXV, No. 172, P. 3.

Photographs Of Mr. Yancy.  The only true likeness of Mr. Yancy is on exhibition at Giers’ Gallery, being the only Gallery Mr. Yancy visited in this city.  Copies for sale.

Advertisement ran from October 31 to November 2, 1860.

1861 April 3.  Daily Nashville Patriot.  (Nashville, Tennessee.)  April 3, 1861, Vol. XXII, New Series No. 636, P. 2.

The Fine Arts Are about to assume a new attitude in this our goodly City of Rocks.  The Brass Jeweler and the Artist have doubled teams, and on the payment of a few paltry dollars the inexperienced individual, unto whom “ye elephant” is an entire stranger, is permitted to carry home to his anxious friends and family, not only a “magnificent” counterfeit presentiment of himself, but also a splendid set of—brass jewelry.  This is liberal, Cheap pictures amd brass jewelry. Alas, for the glory of the art.

It is a remarkable fact, that although Charley Giers is not making any presents of brass jewelry to his customers, his Gallery is nevertheless crowded daily with the beauty and fashion of the city; having made the fine arts his study, he has but little time left to attend to lottery humbuggery in order to increase his patronage, and is determined not to go into partnership with any Peter Funk’s establishment to try and break down those old respectable Jewelry Establishments in our city.  His pictures are executed in the highest style of the art, and at prices to suit the times.    

Upon the walls of his Gallery may be seen Photographs, Ambrotypes, &c., of many of the most distinguished men in Tennessee, and other States, to say nothing of innumerable beautiful and gifted women.  His establishment is the oldest in the city, and his pictures are second to none.

Call and see the many beautiful specimens on exhibition at corner Square and Deaderick street, over Browne’s.

Advertisement ran from April 3 to 18, 1861.

1863 October 7.  The Nashville Daily Union.  (Nashville, Tennessee.)  October 7, 1863, Vol. II, No. 144, P. 3.

Military Gallery.  Our friend Mr. Giers, the skillful photographic artist of this city, has presented us with a collection of photographic cards of Generals in the Union army.  The pictures are faithful and very accurate.  Persons who desire to adorn their photographic Albums, with the faces of Grant, Meade, “Old Rosy,” Hooker and other chiefs, will do well to call on Mr. Giers.

1863 October 15.  The Nashville Daily Union.  (Nashville, Tennessee.)  October 15, 1863, Vol. II, No. 151, P. 3.

Just received at Giers’ Gallery, corner of Union and College streets, a large lot of pictures for the Album, comprising most all our popular Generals, Statesmen, &c.  Call and see.

Ambrotype and Photograph material for sale cheap.

Advertisement ran from October 15 to 17, 1863.

1863 October 18.  The Nashville Daily Union.  (Nashville, Tennessee.)  October 18, 1863, Vol. II, No. 154, P. 3.

Gallery of Fine Arts, Corner of Union And College Streets.  For fine life-like Ambrotypes, Photographs, from life size down to Carte de Visites, executed in the highest style of the art, either plain or colored, call at the above establishment, the largest and most extensive in the Southwest.  Albums, carte pictures of the Generals of both armies, in great variety, always on hand.  Call and see the finest and largest collection of pictures in the city.  Respectfully, T. F. Sallsman, Successor to C. C. Giers.

Gibbs, William

Daguerreotypes, ,

1851                Address Unknown, Syracuse, New York.[1]

1852                33 Hanover Arcade, Bastable Block, Syracuse, New York.

1853                98 Montgomery Street, Syracuse, New York.1

1852 August 5.  Religious Recorder.  (Syracuse, New York.)  August 5, 1852, Vol. IX, No. 14, Whole No. 431, P. 3.

Gibbs’, Daguerrean Gallery, No. 33, Hanover Arcade, Bastable Block.  Likenesses For 50 CTS.  May 13, 1852.

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.