Tag Archives: Daguerreotypist

Fletcher, A.

Daguerreotypes, ,

1848                Room over S. R. B. Wales’s Stove and Tin Store, Bellows Falls, Vermont.

1848 May 11.  Bellows Falls Gazette.  (Bellows Falls, Vermont.)  May 11, 1848, Vol. X, No. 28, Whole No. 496, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  A. Fletcher, would give notice to the inhabitants of Bellows Falls and vicinity, that he has taken a room over S. R. B. Wales’s Stove and Tin Store, where he is prepared to execute Daguerreotype Likenesses in the most perfect manner.  Miniatures taken every day without regard to weather and at less expense than at any other place in the State.  Liberal reduction made on families.—Warranted perfect or no sale.  Don’t delay, for our stay will be short.  Bellows Falls, May 2d, 1848.

Advertisement ran from May 11 to 25, 1848.

Fletcher, A.

Daguerreotypes, ,

1846                Rooms in the Bank Building, Amherst, New Hampshire.

1846 November 19.  The Farmers Cabinet.  (Amherst, New Hampshire.)  November 19, 1846, Vol. 45, No. 14, P. 3.

Those who wish for “accurate likenesses” are referred to the Daguerreotype Room, in the Bank House, as advertised.

1846 November 19.  The Farmers Cabinet.  (Amherst, New Hampshire.)  November 19, 1846, Vol. 45, No. 14, P. 3.

Colored Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Daguerreotype Room, In The School Room—Bank Building.  The subscriber would inform the inhabitants of this village and vicinity that he is prepared at all times to impart his professional services to all who wish accurate Likenesses.

He warrants perfect satisfaction or no charges made.  Please call and examine his Miniatures.  Miniatures taken by others and not given satisfaction, will be taken over on reasonable terms.  A. Fletcher.

Advertisement ran from November 19 to December 17, 1846.

Fleming, Robert

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, , , ,

1857                Address Unknown, Zanesville, Ohio.[1]

1858                Address Unknown, Upper Sandusky, Ohio.

1859-1860       Address Unknown, Upper Sandusky, Ohio.1

1858 October 29.  The Wyandot Pioneer.  (Upper Sandusky, Ohio.)  October 29, 1858, Vol. XIV, No. 3, P. 1.

List of Premiums, Awarded at the Seventh Annual Fair of the Wyandot County Agricultural Society, held at Upper Sandusky, O.  October 13th, 14th, and 15th, 1858….

Class No. 2.  Miscellaneous Articles…best display of ambrotypes and daguerreotypes by Robert Fleming…The case of dental work by Drs. Rhodes & Myers, and the display of ambrotypes and daguerreotypes by Robert Fleming were especially recommended.

[1] Ohio Photographers 1839-1900. (1857 possibly same person)

Fitzgibbon, William

Daguerreian Stock and Materials, Daguerreotypes, , , , ,

1852                Post Office and Centre Streets, Galveston, Texas.

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

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

Daguerreotyping. 

“Secure the shadow ere the substance Fade,

“Let nature copy that which nature made.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fitch, John L.

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1845                Main Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut.

1845-1846       Water Street, Two Doors from Wall, Bridgeport, Connecticut.

1846                Main Street, Sterling Block, Bridgeport, Connecticut.

1845 September 9.  Republican Farmer.  (Bridgeport, Connecticut.)  September 9, 1845, Vol. XXXV, No. 1847, New Series Vol. IV, No. 191, P. 3.

Watches, Jewelry, &C.  New Store and New Goods.  Fitch & Wordin.  Having just opened their stock of Watches, Jewelry, Fancy Good’s, &c. and respectfully solicit  the patronage of their friends and the public.

Gold and Silver detached and anchor lever Watches; gold and silver Lepine and Plain do.; gold Guard and Fob Chains, do. Keys, gold and silver Pencils, gold Pens, Ladies Broaches of the latest fashion, Gent’s do., Ear-Rings, Finger-Rings; plain and fancy Studs, gold Lockets, Miniature Cases, Medallions, Snaps and Bracelet Clasps.

Gold and Silver Spectacles, Steel Beads, Purse Rings, Purse and Bag Clasps, Fine Purses, Tweezers, Pocket Books and Wallets, Fine Knives, Scissors and Razors Strops, Tooth, Nail, Leather and Hair Brushes, and Silver and Plated Spoons.

Watches, Clocks, and Jewelry repaired in the neatest manner, and on reasonable terms.  All work will be warranted to perform well.

One door north of the Sterling Hotel, at the head of Wall, and West side of Main Streer.  John L. Fitch.]  [Cha’s W. Wordin.

1845 December 30.  Republican Farmer.  (Bridgeport, Connecticut.)  December 30, 1845, Vol. XXXV, No. 1863, New Series Vol. IV, No. 209, P. 3.

Removed.  Fitch & Wordin have removed their stock of Watches and Jewelry to the store of A. Hamilton & Co. on Water street, two doors from Wall, where they will be pleased to sell or show their Goods, to all who may favor them with a call.

Watches, Clocks, and Jewelry carefully repaired and warranted. 

Daguerreotype Miniatures taken up stairs.

Advertisement ran from December 30, 1845 to March 10, 1846.

1845 December 30.  Republican Farmer.  (Bridgeport, Connecticut.)  December 30, 1845, Vol. XXXV, No. 1863, New Series Vol. IV, No. 209, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures, Plain and Colored.  Fitch & Wordin are now prepared to take Miniatures in the latest and most approved manner, having been instructed by the best operators in the country, they flatter themselves the few (only) can XL them.  Specimens can be seen at their store in Water street, two doors from Wall.  Pictures warranted not to fade.

Advertisement ran from December 30, 1845 to March 10, 1846.

1846 May 5.  Republican Farmer.  (Bridgeport, Connecticut.)  May 5, 1846, Vol. XXXV,I No. 1881, New Series Vol. IV, No. 227, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniature Gallery Removed to Sterling Block, Main Street, where pictures can be had at short notice.

Advertisement ran from May 5 to October 6, 1846.

Fish, Addison A.

Daguerreotypes, , , ,

1854-1856       228 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1855                50 Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.1

1854 May 5.  New Hampshire Statesman.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  May 5, 1854, Vol. XXXV, No. 1770, P. 3.

A. A. Fish’s Mammoth Daguerrean Rooms, Superior Daguerreotypes for 25 Cents and upwards, by the Double Camera, at 228 Washington St., Boston.

Advertisement ran from May 5 to 19, 1854.

1854 September 9.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  September 9, 1854, Vol. LXV, No. 36, P. 3.

Fish & Co.’s. 20 Cent Mammoth Daguerrian Rooms, 400 to 600 pictures daily, By the New American Process.  No. 228 Washington St., Boston.

Advertisement ran from September 9 to October 7, 1854.

1854 September 14.  Independent Democrat.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  September 14, 1854, Vol. X, No. 20, P. 3.

Fish & Co.’s. 20 Cent Mammoth Daguerrian Rooms, 400 to 600 pictures daily, By the New American Process.  No. 228 Washington St., Boston.

Advertisement ran from September 14 to October 12, 1854.

1854 September 15.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  September 15, 1854, Vol. XI, No. 13, Whole No. 533, P. 3.

Fish & Co.’s. 20 Cent Mammoth Daguerrian Rooms, 400 to 600 pictures daily, By the New American Process.  No. 228 Washington St., Boston.

Advertisement ran from September 15 to October 13, 1854.

1854 September 15.  Vermont Watchman and State Journal.  (Montpelier, Vermont.)  September 15, 1854, Vol. XLVIII, No. 42, Whole No. 2500, P. 3.

Fish & Co.’s. 20 Cent Mammoth Daguerrian Rooms, 400 to 600 pictures daily, By the New American Process.  No. 228 Washington St., Boston.

Advertisement ran from September 15 to October 13, 1854.

1854 September 16.  The Caledonian.  (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.)  September 16, 1854, Vol. 18, No. 10, Whole No. 894, P. 3.

Fish & Co.’s. 20 Cent Mammoth Daguerrian Rooms, 400 to 600 pictures daily, By the New American Process.  No. 228 Washington St., Boston.

Advertisement ran from September 16 to October 14, 1854.

1854 September 21.  Eastern Times.  (Bath, Maine.)  September 21, 1854, Vol. IX, No. 14, P. 3.

Fish & Co.’s. 20 Cent Mammoth Daguerrian Rooms, 400 to 600 pictures daily, By the New American Process.  No. 228 Washington St., Boston.

Advertisement ran from September 21 to October 19, 1854.

1854 September 21.  St. Albans Messenger.  (St. Albans, Vermont.)  September 21, 1854, Vol. XVII, No. 876, P. 3.

Fish & Co.’s. 20 Cent Mammoth Daguerrian Rooms, 400 to 600 pictures daily, By the New American Process.  No. 228 Washington St., Boston.

Advertisement ran from September 21 to October 19, 1854.

1855 March 10.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  March 10, 1855, Vol. LXVI, No. 10, P. 3.

A. A. Fish’s Mammoth Daguerrean Rooms.  Superior Daguerreotypes for 25 cents and upwards, by the Double Camera, at 228 Washington st., Boston.

Advertisement ran from March 10 to April 7, 1855.

1855 March 15.  Independent Democrat.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  March 15, 1855, Vol.

X, No. 46, P. 3. 

A. A. Fish’s Mammoth Daguerrean Rooms.  Superior Daguerreotypes for 25 cents and upwards, by the Double Camera, at 228 Washington st., Boston.

Advertisement ran from March 15 to April 12, 1855.

1854 March 16.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  March 16, 1854, Vol. XI, No. 39, Whole No. 549, P. 3.

A. A. Fish’s Mammoth Daguerrean Rooms.  Superior Daguerreotypes for 25 cents and upwards, by the Double Camera, at 228 Washington st., Boston.

Advertisement ran from March 16 to April 13, 1855.

1855 March 16.  Vermont Watchman and State Journal.  (Montpelier, Vermont.)  March 16, 1855, Vol. XLIX, No. 16, Whole No. 2526, P. 3.

A. A. Fish’s Mammoth Daguerrean Rooms.  Superior Daguerreotypes for 25 cents and upwards, by the Double Camera, at 228 Washington st., Boston.

Advertisement ran from March 16 to April 13, 1855.

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

Fischer & Brother

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , ,

1859                103 Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland.

1859 July 30.  The Daily Exchange.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  July 30, 1859, Vol. III, No. 445, P.1.

A specimen of Photography.—We have received, from Messrs. Fisher & Bro., daguerrean artist, No. 103 Baltimore street, a very excellent photograph of the N. E. Corner of Baltimore and North Streets, as seen from the point of view commanded by their gallery.  The office of the Daily Exchange is the focal point, and, in addition to the objects usually grouped about that interesting edifice, we have the new city railroad car standing in front, with the horses attached, but by no means such a crowd as have generally been staring at that wonderful machine.  Nothing but the interposition of the car prevents the reading of the telegrams on the bulletin board.  The artists will please receive our thanks for their attention.  

Finlay, M.

Daguerreotypes, ,

1853                Over Merriman’s Store, Jackson, Michigan.

1853 May 18.  Jackson Citizen.  (Jackson, Michigan.)  May 18, 1853, Vol. IV, No. 38, P. 2.

Mr. M. Finlay[1], a veteran Daguerreian Artist over fourteen years experience, has associated himself with Cookingham, for the furnishing of our town’s people with a little the best looking lot of pictures ever taken here.  Drop in and take a sit.

[1] Possibly Marshall Finley.

Finch, F. H.

Ambrotypes, , ,

1859                Address Unknown,Medina, New York.

1859 September 22.  The Medina Tribune.  (Medina, New York.)  September 22, 1859, Vol. VIII, No. 4, P.1.

Union Agricultural Society of Ridgeway And Shelby.  Second Annual Fair held at Medina, N. Y., on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, Sept 14, 15 & 16, 1859..

List of Entries….Class VII.—Miscellaneous…

S. Downs, specimens Ambrotypes and daguerreotypes.

S. Downs, daguerrean wagon.

F. H. Finch[1], specimens of ambrotypes & daguerreotypes.

E. R. Graves, specimens ambrotypes; colored photographs.

Henry Pruden, specimens ambrotypes.

Geo. P. Hopkins, specimens photographs; family sewing machine, “Scovill & Goodell

1859 September 22.  The Medina Tribune.  (Medina, New York.)  September 22, 1859, Vol. VIII, No. 4, P.2.

Union Agricultural Society of Ridgeway And Shelby.  Second Annual Fair held at Medina, N. Y., on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, Sept 14, 15 & 16, 1859..

Premiums Awarded…Class VII. No. 57—Dentistry, Daguerreotypes, &c.…

Best specimens daguerreotypes, S. Downs, $1.

Best Specimens ambrotypes, H. Pruden, $1.

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry, list a E. Finch as a daguerreian in 1859 at Medina, New York.

Fields, William

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , , , , ,

1854-1856       3d and Jefferson streets, Burlington, Iowa.

1854 September 19.  Burlington Tri-Weekly Hawk-Eye.  (Burlington, Iowa.)  September 19, 1854, Vol. 1, No. 129, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  The undersign would respectfully inform the citizens of Burlington and surrounding country, that he has fitted up a large and Magnificent Room, at his old stand, over Swan’s Store, opposite the Barret House, where he is prepared to execute Daguerreotyping in the finest artistic style.  And as he intends remaining here permanently, you can always depend upon having a fine and correct likeness; and as his facilities for taking likenesses are much better than heretofore he offers to give As Good And Cheaper Pictures than ever before put up in the city of Burlington.

No picture will be allowed to leave my rooms unless perfect satisfaction is given.

Instructions given in the Art with all the late improvements.

Entrance to Rooms on Third street,  William Fields.  Feb28 ’54.

Advertisement was recorded twenty three times between September 19 to December 2, 1854.

1855 June 4.  Burlington Tri-Weekly Hawke-eye.  (Burlington, Iowa.)  June 4, 1855, Third Year—Vol. 1, No. 89, P. 3.

“Now by Saint Paul the work goes bravely on,

The times call for action.”

And Fields responds by respectfully informing the citizens of Burlington and surrounding country, that he has just received a large assortment of plain and fancy Daguerreotype Cases, at his rooms, corner of 3d and Jefferson streets, opposite the Barret House, where all those wishing a fine and correct Likeness of Themselves or friends will do well to give him a call.

Pictures taken the Low!! Price of $1.50 to $15 apiece.  Satisfaction given or no charges made.

Stock for sale at very low prices and apparatus furnished.  All orders promptly attended to.  Wm. Fields.

Advertisement was recorded four times between June 4 to 25, 1855.

1855 July 4.  Weekly Hawke-Eye and Telegraph.  (Burlington, Iowa.)  July 4, 1855, Sixteenth Year—Vol. 1, No. 31, P. 3.

“Now by Saint Paul the work goes bravely on,

The times call for action.”

And Fields responds by respectfully informing the citizens of Burlington and surrounding country, that he has just received a large assortment of plain and fancy Daguerreotype Cases, at his rooms, corner of 3d and Jefferson streets, opposite the Barret House, where all those wishing a fine and correct Likeness of Themselves or friends will do well to give him a call.

Pictures taken the Low!! Price of $1.50 to $15 apiece.  Satisfaction given or no charges made.

Stock for sale at very low prices and apparatus furnished.  All orders promptly attended to.  Wm. Fields.

Advertisement was recorded fourteen times between July 4 to October 24, 1855.

1855 September 12.  Hawk-Eye and Iowa Patriot.  (Burlington, Iowa.)  September 12, 1855, 16th Year, Vol. 1, No. 44, P. 3.

“Now by Saint Paul the work goes bravely on,

The times call for action.”

And Fields responds by respectfully informing the citizens of Burlington and surrounding country, that he has just received a large assortment of plain and fancy Daguerreotype Cases, at his rooms, corner of 3d and Jefferson streets, opposite the Barret House, where all those wishing a fine and correct Likeness of Themselves or friends will do well to give him a call.

Pictures taken the Low!! Price of $1.50 to $15 apiece.  Satisfaction given or no charges made.

Stock for sale at very low prices and apparatus furnished.  All orders promptly attended to.  June 4, 1855.  Wm. Fields.

1855 October 31.  Weekly Hawke-Eye and Telegraph.  (Burlington, Iowa.)  October 31, 1855, Sixteenth Year—Vol. 1, No. 51, P. 1.

Something New.—We have seen some very fine pictures, taken by Mr. Bowers, at the Daguerrean room of Mr. Fields, by a new process which we believe has been patented.  They far exceed in beauty, and life like expression, any exhibition of the daguerrean art we ever saw.  Those who are fond of seeing fine pictures will find themselves repayed by inspecting Mr. Bowers pictures. 

1855 October 31.  Weekly Hawke-Eye and Telegraph.  (Burlington, Iowa.)  October 31, 1855, Sixteenth Year—Vol. 1, No. 51, P. 3.

Something New.  Ambrotypes or Daguerreotypes in Glass.  The subscriber would respectfully announce to the citizens of Burlington that he will remain for a few weeks at the Daguerrean Rooms of Mr. Fields, opposite the Barret House, for the purpose of taking the above new and beautiful style of pictures.

The term Ambrotype, by which these pictures are designated is derived from the Greek word Ambrotos, signifying durability, everlasting, &c.  The picture is taken upon plate glass, over which is placed a corresponding glass, the two being united by an indestructible gum, enabling the picture to retain its brilliancy for ages.  It will not corrode at sea nor change in any climate, is beautiful in tone, bold and clear in its effect, and may be seen in any light.

The Ambrotype is patented in the United States, Great Britain and France, by James A. Cutting, of Boston.

The subscriber owns the exclusive right for the sale of these pictures in the State of Iowa, and is prepared to sell for towns and counties, and learn the art to those who buy rights.

He will remain only a few week, therefore now is the time to obtain one of these fine pictures.

The public are invited to call and see specimens.  W. T. Bowers.

Advertisement ran from October 31 to November 21, 1855.

1855 November 28.  Weekly Hawke-Eye and Telegraph.  (Burlington, Iowa.)  November 28, 1855, Seventeenth Year—Vol. 2, No. 2, P. 3.

A Card.—Having sold the exclusive right for making Ambrotypes in the city of Burlington to Mr. Fields, I take pleasure in recommending him to the patronage of the public.  Ambrotypes are by far, the finest pictures made at present time, and as Mr. Fields, has the exclusive right for making them in this city, they cannot be obtained of any other person.  Mr. Fields now has a very fine light, and every facility for making fine pictures.  His rooms are on Jefferson, between third and fourth streets.  W. T. Brown. (sic.) 

1856 June 25.  Weekly Hawke-Eye and Telegraph.  (Burlington, Iowa.)  June 25, 1856, Seventeenth Year—Vol. 2, No. 33, P. 3.

Gaige & Fields.  Photograph, Ambrotype and Daguerreotype Gallery, over Cristvell & Hillhouse Store, Jefferson Street, Burlington.  Mr. Fields has the pleasure of announcing that he has associated with him, Mr. Gaige, for six years an operator in Brady’s celebrated Gallery, New York.  He therefore ventures to promise his customers Photographs, Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes, in the highest style of the art, with all recent improvements which have brought the art so near a state of perfection.

He is confident the specimens on exhibition at his rooms—and all are cordially invited to examine them—will bear a comparison with the finest pictures from the best New York Galleries, or from any other point, no matter where.  And as he does not wish the public to take this on trust, he hopes they will come and see.

Daguerreotypes of deceased persons copied to any desired size and colored to equal the finest oil paintings.  Likenesses of deceased persons also taken.

Remember the place, Jefferson st., between Third and Fourth, opposite Barret House.

Advertisement was recorded nineteen times between June 25 to November 5, 1856.