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Balch & Hale

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1853                113 Bowery, New York, New York.

1853 May 27.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  May 27, 1853, Whole No. 7461, P. 6.

To Daguerrian Artists.—A Lady Wishes A situation to attend a reception room and put up pictures; she is perfectly acquainted with the business.  Address or call on C. L. S., Balch & Hale’s Daguerrian Gallery, No. 113 Bowery.

1853 July 14.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  July 14, 1853, Whole No. 7507, P. 3.

Twenty Five Cent Daguerreotypes—Colored, warranted complete, at Balch & Hale’s, No. 113 Bowery.  The cheapest gallery in New York.  Call and judge for yourselves.  Sick and deceased persons taken, at the lowest rate.

Advertisement ran on July 14 to 16, 1853.

In the 1853-1854 Trow’s New York City Directory, Leland Balch is not recorded. Eliza Balch is listed as wid. A. L. h-113 Bowery. Leland and Eliza Balch are also not recorded the 1852-1853. Hale is not recorded in either directory as an artist, daguerreian or with the 113 Bowery address, nor is he recorded in subsequent directories.

Baker, F. S.

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1846                Rooms at 23 Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland.

1846 August 13.  American Republican and Baltimore Daily Clipper.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  August 13, 1846, Volume XV, No. 38, p. 2.

Daguerreotype Miniatures, For One Dollar, with best style case, taken in all weathers, in natural colors, at Baker’s Daguerrian Gallery, No. 23 Baltimore Street, corner Marsh Market Space, from 8 o’clock, A. M. until 6½ P. M.

Likenesses satisfactory or no charge.

Advertisement ran from August 13 & 14, 1846

1846 October 12.  American Republican and Baltimore Daily Clipper.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  October 12, 1846, Volume XV, No. 64, p. 2.

Daguerreotype Miniatures, For One Dollar, with best style case, taken in all weathers, in natural colors, at Baker’s Daguerrian Gallery, No. 23 Baltimore Street, corner Marsh Market Space, from 8 o’clock, A. M. until 6½ P. M.

Likenesses satisfactory or no charge.

1846 September 18.  American Republican and Baltimore Daily Clipper.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  September 18, 1846, Volume XV, No. 69, p. 2.

Daguerreotype Miniatures, For One Dollar, with best style case, taken in all weathers, in natural colors, at Baker’s Portrait Gallery, No. 23 Baltimore Street, corner Marsh Market Space, from 8 o’clock, A. M. until 6 P. M.

Likenesses satisfactory or no charge.

1846 December 5.  American Republican and Baltimore Daily Clipper.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  December 5, 1846, Volume XV, No. 126, p. 2.

Three Premiums Awarded!  Daguerreotype Miniatures, For One Dollar, with best style case, taken in all weathers, in natural colors, at Baker’s Portrait Gallery, No. 23 Baltimore Street, corner Marsh Market Space, from 8 o’clock, A. M. until 5 P. M.

Likenesses satisfactory or no charge.

1846 December 25.  American Republican and Baltimore Daily Clipper.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  December 25, 1846, Volume XV, No. 143, p. 2.

Holyday Presents.  Baker’s Premiums Awarded!  Daguerreotype Miniatures, For One Dollar, with best style case, taken in all weathers, in natural colors, at Baker’s Portrait Gallery, No. 23 Baltimore Street, corner Marsh Market Space, from 8 o’clock, A. M. until 5 P. M.

Likenesses satisfactory or no charge.

Baker, Andrew J.

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1850                Rooms over Bingham & Stevens Dry Goods Store, Claremont, New Hampshire.

1854                In Rear Of the State House, Concord, New Hampshire.

1855                Main Street, Opposite the Depot, Concord, New Hampshire.

1856-1857       Union Block, opposite the Depot, Concord, New Hampshire.

1850 October 17.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  October 17, 1850, Vol. XVI, No. I, P. 3.

Great Improvement In Daguerreotype Miniatures.  In Town, he Unrivalled Traveling

Daguerreotype Saloon, Excelsior; Stationed opposite the Tremont House.  Exhibition and

Receiving Rooms over the well-known Dry Goods Establishment of Messrs. Bingham &

Stevens For A Few Days Only.

D. Denison Cone & Co., respectfully announce to the citizens of Claremont and vicinity, that they are prepared to take Miniatures without regard to weather, of all sizes and styles in a superior manner, Cheaper than the same article can be obtained in any other place. 

The proprietors of the Excelsior take pleasure in introducing into this part of the country, the first establishment possessing All the advantages of the best city Sky Light Rooms.

New and Splendid Discovery, The Magic Circle.  By this new discovery the most splendid results are obtained—the picture is made to stand out, as it were, in bold relief from the ground work, and assume some of the most brilliant colors of nature, by chemical process, without the use of paint.  The celebrated Magic Back-ground, Crayon Daguerreotypes, and Patent Tallotypes (sic.) are more than equalled by this superb process. 

All those interested are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens, among which they cannot fail to recognize some familiar faces.

Instruction given in the art, including all the new improvements, and stock and apparatus furnished.

A liberal deduction made to Clubs and Families.

Cone’s Magic Circle Delineator, a new and beautiful instrument, indispensable to Daguerrian Artists, invented and for sale by D. Denison Cone, only.—Price $50.00, with printed instructions.

*D. Denison Cone, } Operators.

A. J. Baker, }

G. W. Baker, }

*Late first operator at Brown’s celebrated Daguerrian Establishment, Manchester, N. H.

1850 October 24.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  October 24, 1850, Vol. XVI, No. II, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Likenesses.—An excellent opportunity is now presented to all who desire to obtain correct and finished pictures of themselves or their friends.  By our advertising columns it will be observed that Mr. C. Allen has again returned to his post, and will be happy to catch a life-like shadow of every one, who may wish his professional services in that line.  Mr. Allen has experience, taste and every facility for securing a finished and life-like picture.

It will also be observed that Messrs. Dannison Cone & Co., have taken apartments over the store of Messrs. Bingham & Stevens, and invite the public to give them a call.  We stepped in a day or two since, and found some most beautiful specimens of their art lying upon the table.  In the show case we observed various, ad admirably executed pictures, some of whom were Claremont friends.  Many persons are under the impression, that a more correct and finished picture can be obtained in the city than in the country.  This is a mistake.  With a good apparatus, the advantages are all on the side of the country.  The atmosphere is clearer, the light is better, and far more perfect pictures can be obtained.  Any city artist will acknowledge this.

1850 October 24.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  October 24, 1850, Vol. XVI, No. II, P. 2.

Great Improvement In Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Best Pictures! The Daguerreotype Saloon, Excelsior, ; Stationed opposite the Tremont House.  All pictures taken at this Establishment are warranted the Best, and the Cheapest, ever taken in this State without any exceptions.

“Best Pictures” in good Cases for 75 cts. each, or twelve Pictures for $8.00.

Please call at our Exhibition Rooms over the well-known Dry Goods Establishment of Messrs. Bingham & Stevens, and examine specimens.   For A Few Days Only.

D. Denison Cone & Co., respectfully announce to the citizens of Claremont and vicinity, that they are prepared to take Miniatures without regard to weather, of all sizes and styles in a superior manner, Cheaper than the same article can be obtained in any other place. 

Prices Reduced One-half—Daguerreotypes for 75 Cents, in fine Morocco Cases, such as having formerly been sold here for $1.50.

The proprietors of the Excelsior take pleasure in introducing into this part of the country, the first establishment possessing All the advantages of the best city Sky Light Rooms.

New and Splendid Discovery, The Magic Circle.  By this new discovery the most splendid results are obtained—the picture is made to stand out, as it were, in bold relief from the ground work, and assume some of the most brilliant colors of nature, by chemical process, without the use of paint.  The celebrated Magic Back-ground, Crayon Daguerreotypes, and Patent Tallotypes (sic.) are more than equalled by this superb process. 

All those interested are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens, among which they cannot fail to recognize some familiar faces.

Instruction given in the art, including all the new improvements, and stock and apparatus furnished.

A liberal deduction made to Clubs and Families.

Cone’s Magic Circle Delineator, a new and beautiful instrument, indispensable to Daguerrian Artists, invented and for sale by D. Denison Cone, only.—Price $50.00, with printed instructions.

*D. Denison Cone, } Operators.

A. J. Baker, }

G. W. Baker, }

*Late first operator at Brown’s celebrated Daguerrian Establishment, Manchester, N. H.

Advertisement ran from September 24 to October 7, 1850.

1854 December 16.  New Hampshire Statesman.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  December 16, 1854, Vol. XXXIV, No.1738, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes, Cheap!  Harken Unto Us!  Ye inhabitants of Concord and Vicinity, and hear what we say!  All those who want Perfect Likenesses of themselves or friends, are respectfully invited to give us a call, at our Saloon, State Street., In Rear Of the State House.  Come and see for yourselves!

Delays are dangerous, that we are sure;

Then why not in season a likeness secure?  A. J. & G. W. Baker.

Advertisement ran from December 16 to 30, 1854.

1855 October 6.  New Hampshire Statesman.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  October 6, 1855, Vol. XXXV, No.1792, P. 3.

Baker & Brother, Daguerrean Artists, Opposite the Depot, Main Street, Concord, N. H.  Pictures taken in all varieties and styles, as cheap as the cheapest, and good as the best.

Copying from Daguerreotypes, Portraits, &c., executed in the neatest possible manner.  Please call and see.

Delays are dangerous, that we are sure,

Then why not in seasons a likeness secure? 

Advertisement ran from October 6 to 20, 1855.

1855 October 10.  New Hampshire Patriot & State Gazette.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  October 10, 1855, Vol. 9, No. 438, Whole No. 2438, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Baker & Brother, Daguerrean Artists opposite the Depot, Main St., Concord, N. H.  Pictures taken in all varieties and styles as cheap as the cheapest, and good as the best.  Copying from Daguerreotypes Portraits &c., executed in the neatest possible manner.  Invalids and deceased persons attended to at their residences if desired.  Please call and see.

Delays are dangerous, that we are sure,

Then why not in seasons a likeness secure?  Oct. 9.

Advertisement ran from October 10, 1855 to January 2, 1856.

1855 October 11.  Independent Democrat.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  October 11, 1855, Vol. XI, No. 24, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Baker & Brother, Daguerrean Artists Opposite the Depot Main St., Concord, N. H.  Pictures taken in all varieties and Styles as cheap as the cheapest, and good as the best.  Copying from Daguerreotypes Portraits &c., executed in the neatest possible manner.  Invalids and deceased persons attended to at their residences if desired.  Please call and see.

Delays are dangerous, that we are sure,

Then why not in seasons a likeness secure.

Advertisement ran from October 11 to December 27, 1855.

1855 December 8.  New Hampshire Statesman.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  December 8, 1855, Vol. XXXV, No.1801, P. 2.

New Daguerreotype Saloon.  Messrs. Baker & Brother, Daguerrean Artists, who have been industriously and successfully pursuing their profession in a movable saloon on the vacant Fessenden land, have recently obtained a very pleasant and spacious apartment in the south end of the Allison & Lund Block.  Portraits of unmistakable accuracy are seen in a case at the front entrance.  Give them a call.

1855 December 8.  New Hampshire Statesman.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  December 8, 1855, Vol. XXXV, No.1801, P. 3.

Railroad.  Look Out for the Engine while the Bell Rings!  Daguerreotypes.  In consequence of the increase of business, we have fitted up a large and commodious suit of Rooms, in Union Block, opposite the Depot, with one of the largest ad best Top and Side Lights that can be found in New England, together with an experience and past success,—we feel enabled to warrant perfect satisfaction.  We return our many thanks to our friends, and the public in general, for the liberal patronage they have bestowed on us for the past year, and kindly solicit a continuance of the same. 

1856 January 24.  Independent Democrat.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  January 24, 1856, Vol. XI, No. 39, P. 3.

Railroad.  Look Out for the Engine while the Bell Rings.  Daguerreotypes.  In consequence of the increase of business, we have fitted up a large and commodious suit of Rooms, in Union Block, opposite the Depot, with one of the largest and best Top and Side Lights that can be found in New England, together with an experience and past success—we feel enabled to warrant perfect satisfaction.  We return our many thanks to our friends, and the public in general, for the liberal patronage they have bestowed on us for the past year, and kindly solicit a continuance of the same.

Pictures take in all varieties and styles, “as cheap as the cheapest, and as good as the best.”  Copying from Daguerreotypes and Portraits executed min the neatest possible manner.  Invalids and deceased persons taken at their residence, if desired.

Please call at our New Rooms and see for yourselves. 

Advertisement ran from January 24, 1856 to January 29, 1857.

This is probably A. J. Baker (posted yesterday 4/13/24)

Baker, A. J.

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1852                Near the Passumpsic House, St. Johnsbury, Vermont.                    

1852 May 22.  The Caledonian.  (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.)  May 22, 1852, Vol 15, No.45, Whole No. 773, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Hearken unto us, ye Inhabitants of St. Johnsbury!  All that want Better and More Correct likenesses than ever were taken in this place, will find it to their advantage to call at our saloon near the Passumpsic House.  To those who are in want of perfect likenesses we would say, give us a call.—Examine our specimens and test our skill. We guarantee perfect satisfaction.  Now is your time—call soon!  We leave town in a few days for Lyndon on our tour north.

For further  particulars see handbills.  A. J. Baker, C. S. Boynton, G. W. Baker.

Baker & Brother (Andrew J. & George W.)

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1850                Rooms over Bingham & Stevens Dry Goods Store, Claremont, New Hampshire.

1854                State Street, In Rear of State House, Concord. New Hampshire.

1855                Main Street, Opposite the Depot, Concord, New Hampshire.

1856-1857       Union Block, opposite the Depot, Concord, New Hampshire.

1850 October 17.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  October 17, 1850, Vol. XVI, No. I, P. 3.

Great Improvement In Daguerreotype Miniatures.  In Town, he Unrivalled Traveling

Daguerreotype Saloon, Excelsior; Stationed opposite the Tremont House.  Exhibition and

Receiving Rooms over the well-known Dry Goods Establishment of Messrs. Bingham &

Stevens For A Few Days Only.

D. Denison Cone & Co., respectfully announce to the citizens of Claremont and vicinity, that they are prepared to take Miniatures without regard to weather, of all sizes and styles in a superior manner, Cheaper than the same article can be obtained in any other place. 

The proprietors of the Excelsior take pleasure in introducing into this part of the country, the first establishment possessing All the advantages of the best city Sky Light Rooms.

New and Splendid Discovery, The Magic Circle.  By this new discovery the most splendid results are obtained—the picture is made to stand out, as it were, in bold relief from the ground work, and assume some of the most brilliant colors of nature, by chemical process, without the use of paint.  The celebrated Magic Back-ground, Crayon Daguerreotypes, and Patent Tallotypes (sic.) are more than equalled by this superb process. 

All those interested are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens, among which they cannot fail to recognize some familiar faces.

Instruction given in the art, including all the new improvements, and stock and apparatus furnished.

A liberal deduction made to Clubs and Families.

Cone’s Magic Circle Delineator, a new and beautiful instrument, indispensable to Daguerrian Artists, invented and for sale by D. Denison Cone, only.—Price $50.00, with printed instructions.

*D. Denison Cone, } Operators. A. J. Baker, } G. W. Baker, }

*Late first operator at Brown’s celebrated Daguerrian Establishment, Manchester, N. H.

1850 October 24.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  October 24, 1850, Vol. XVI, No. II, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Likenesses.—An excellent opportunity is now presented to all who desire to obtain correct and finished pictures of themselves or their friends.  By our advertising columns it will be observed that Mr. C. Allen has again returned to his post, and will be happy to catch a life-like shadow of every one, who may wish his professional services in that line.  Mr. Allen has experience, taste and every facility for securing a finished and life-like picture.

It will also be observed that Messrs. Dannison Cone & Co., have taken apartments over the store of Messrs. Bingham & Stevens, and invite the public to give them a call.  We stepped in a day or two since, and found some most beautiful specimens of their art lying upon the table.  In the show case we observed various, ad admirably executed pictures, some of whom were Claremont friends.  Many persons are under the impression, that a more correct and finished picture can be obtained in the city than in the country.  This is a mistake.  With a good apparatus, the advantages are all on the side of the country.  The atmosphere is clearer, the light is better, and far more perfect pictures can be obtained.  Any city artist will acknowledge this.

1850 October 24.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  October 24, 1850, Vol. XVI, No. II, P. 2.

Great Improvement In Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Best Pictures! The Daguerreotype Saloon, Excelsior, ; Stationed opposite the Tremont House.  All pictures taken at this Establishment are warranted the Best, and the Cheapest, ever taken in this State without any exceptions.

“Best Pictures” in good Cases for 75 cts. each, or twelve Pictures for $8.00.

Please call at our Exhibition Rooms over the well-known Dry Goods Establishment of Messrs. Bingham & Stevens, and examine specimens.   For A Few Days Only.

D. Denison Cone & Co., respectfully announce to the citizens of Claremont and vicinity, that they are prepared to take Miniatures without regard to weather, of all sizes and styles in a superior manner, Cheaper than the same article can be obtained in any other place. 

Prices Reduced One-half—Daguerreotypes for 75 Cents, in fine Morocco Cases, such as having formerly been sold here for $1.50.

The proprietors of the Excelsior take pleasure in introducing into this part of the country, the first establishment possessing All the advantages of the best city Sky Light Rooms.

New and Splendid Discovery, The Magic Circle.  By this new discovery the most splendid results are obtained—the picture is made to stand out, as it were, in bold relief from the ground work, and assume some of the most brilliant colors of nature, by chemical process, without the use of paint.  The celebrated Magic Back-ground, Crayon Daguerreotypes, and Patent Tallotypes (sic.) are more than equalled by this superb process. 

All those interested are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens, among which they cannot fail to recognize some familiar faces.

Instruction given in the art, including all the new improvements, and stock and apparatus furnished.

A liberal deduction made to Clubs and Families.

Cone’s Magic Circle Delineator, a new and beautiful instrument, indispensable to Daguerrian Artists, invented and for sale by D. Denison Cone, only.—Price $50.00, with printed instructions.

*D. Denison Cone, } Operators. A. J. Baker, } G. W. Baker, }

*Late first operator at Brown’s celebrated Daguerrian Establishment, Manchester, N. H.

Advertisement ran from September 24 to October 7, 1850.

1854 December 16.  New Hampshire Statesman.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  December 16, 1854, Vol. XXXIV, No.1738, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes, Cheap!  Harken Unto Us!  Ye inhabitants of Concord and Vicinity, and hear what we say!  All those who want Perfect Likenesses of themselves or friends, are respectfully invited to give us a call, at our Saloon, State Street., In Rear Of the State House.  Come and see for yourselves!

Delays are dangerous, that we are sure;

Then why not in season a likeness secure?  A. J. & G. W. Baker.

Advertisement ran from December 16 to 30, 1854.

1855 October 6.  New Hampshire Statesman.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  October 6, 1855, Vol. XXXV, No.1792, P. 3.

Baker & Brother, Daguerrean Artists, Opposite the Depot, Main Street, Concord, N. H.  Pictures taken in all varieties and styles, as cheap as the cheapest, and good as the best.

Copying from Daguerreotypes, Portraits, &c., executed in the neatest possible manner.  Please call and see.

Delays are dangerous, that we are sure,

Then why not in seasons a likeness secure? 

Advertisement ran from October 6 to 20, 1855

1855 October 10.  New Hampshire Patriot & State Gazette.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  October 10, 1855, Vol. 9, No. 438, Whole No. 2438, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Baker & Brother, Daguerrean Artists opposite the Depot, Main St., Concord, N. H.  Pictures taken in all varieties and styles as cheap as the cheapest, and good as the best.  Copying from Daguerreotypes Portraits &c., executed in the neatest possible manner.  Invalids and deceased persons attended to at their residences if desired.  Please call and see.

Delays are dangerous, that we are sure,

Then why not in seasons a likeness secure?  Oct. 9.

Advertisement ran from October 10, 1855 to January 2, 1856.

1855 October 11.  Independent Democrat.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  October 11, 1855, Vol. XI, No. 24, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Baker & Brother, Daguerrean Artists Opposite the Depot Main St., Concord, N. H.  Pictures taken in all varieties and Styles as cheap as the cheapest, and good as the best.  Copying from Daguerreotypes Portraits &c., executed in the neatest possible manner.  Invalids and deceased persons attended to at their residences if desired.  Please call and see.

Delays are dangerous, that we are sure,

Then why not in seasons a likeness secure.

Advertisement ran from October 11 to December 27, 1855.

1855 December 8.  New Hampshire Statesman.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  December 8, 1855, Vol. XXXV, No.1801, P. 2.

New Daguerreotype Saloon.  Messrs. Baker & Brother, Daguerrean Artists, who have been industriously and successfully pursuing their profession in a movable saloon on the vacant Fessenden land, have recently obtained a very pleasant and spacious apartment in the south end of the Allison & Lund Block.  Portraits of unmistakable accuracy are seen in a case at the front entrance.  Give them a call.

1855 December 8.  New Hampshire Statesman.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  December 8, 1855, Vol. XXXV, No.1801, P. 3.

Railroad.  Look Out for the Engine while the Bell Rings!  Daguerreotypes.  In consequence of the increase of business, we have fitted up a large and commodious suit of Rooms, in Union Block, opposite the Depot, with one of the largest ad best Top and Side Lights that can be found in New England, together with an experience and past success,—we feel enabled to warrant perfect satisfaction.  We return our many thanks to our friends, and the public in general, for the liberal patronage they have bestowed on us for the past year, and kindly solicit a continuance of the same. 

1856 January 24.  Independent Democrat.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  January 24, 1856, Vol. XI, No. 39, P. 3.

Railroad.  Look Out for the Engine while the Bell Rings.  Daguerreotypes.  In consequence of the increase of business, we have fitted up a large and commodious suit of Rooms, in Union Block, opposite the Depot, with one of the largest and best Top and Side Lights that can be found in New England, together with an experience and past success—we feel enabled to warrant perfect satisfaction.  We return our many thanks to our friends, and the public in general, for the liberal patronage they have bestowed on us for the past year, and kindly solicit a continuance of the same.

Pictures take in all varieties and styles, “as cheap as the cheapest, and as good as the best.”  Copying from Daguerreotypes and Portraits executed min the neatest possible manner.  Invalids and deceased persons taken at their residence, if desired.

Please call at our New Rooms and see for yourselves. 

Advertisement ran from January 24, 1856 to January 29, 1857.

Bailey, Thomas Ives

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1857                Masonic Hall, Columbia, Tennessee.

1857 April 22.  Nashville Union and American.  (Nashville, Tennessee.)  April 22, 1857, Vol. XXVIII, No. 164, P. 3.

G. W. Kibbee, advertisement for Pianos and Melodeons!…He is also engaged with Thos. I. Bailey, of Columbia, Tenn., who will keep a good number [Pianos and Melodeons] in his Daguerreian Rooms at the Masonic Hall… 

Bailey, Morris B.

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1853-1858                   88 Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.[1]

1853-1855              Active in Ashland, New York.[2]                       

1859                            Active in San Francisco, California.2                

1860                            Active in Timbuctoo Post Office, California.2    

1862-1863                   Active in San Francisco, California.2

1856.  A Hand Book Of Business In Lowell, with a History Of The City.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  1856, P. 113.

Daguerreotype And Ambrotype Gallery, No. 88 Merrimack Street, Up One Flight Of Stairs, These rooms are pleasantly located, easy of access, handsomely furnished, and well ventilated.  The Sky-Light is one of the largest, and without doubt, the best in the city.  The proprietor, one of the oldest and most successful operators in the city, attends personally to the making of each picture, and Nothing but First Class Work is ever allowed to be taken from the room.  Citizens and strangers visiting the city are invited to call and examine.  M. Bailey, 88 Merrimack Street.

1856 April 28.  Lowell Daily Citizen and News.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  April 28, 1856, Vol. VI, No. 1, P. 3.

M. Bailey, Daguerreotypist Rooms—88 Merrimack Street, Lowell.  Personal attention given, and likenesses always warranted.  ap21.

Advertisement ran from April 28, 1856 to

1856 May 16.  Lowell Daily Citizen and News.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  May 16, 1856, Vol. VI, No. 17, P. 2.

Ambrotypes.  Mr. M. Bailey, at 88 Merrimack st., is devoting his attention quite largely to the taking of ambrotypes, or daguerreotypes upon glass. They are much superior to daguerreotypes in fineness, roundness, depth of light and shade, and for richness to tone and Mr. Bailey takes them in his usual artistic manner.  We advise our readers to call at his saloon and examine specimens.

1856 May 17.  Lowell Daily Citizen and News.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  May 17, 1856, Vol. VI, No. 18, P. 2.

Ambrotypes.  M. Bailey, 88 Merrimack st., takes ambrotype pictures for $1.50 and upwards.

1857 February 10.  Lowell Daily Citizen and News.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  February 10, 1857, Vol. VI, No. 243, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.  We would call the attention of our readers to the card of Mr. Bailey, in our advertising columns.  The known superiority of his pictures should induce all to give him a call.

1857 February 10.  Lowell Daily Citizen and News.  (Lowell, Massachusetts.)  February 10, 1857, Vol. VI, No. 243, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes At Reduced Prices.  At Bailey’s, 88 Merrimack st., You can get a good Picture in a Velvet Case, for 50.  feb.10.

[1] Directory of Massachusetts Photographers, 1839-1900.

[2] Pioneer Photographers of the Far West A Biographical Dictionary 1840-1865

Badger, T. R.

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1850                Rooms formerly occupied by Mrs. Benden, Amherst, New Hampshire.

1850                Room at the Town Hall, Milford, New Hampshire.

1850 March 7.  The Farmers Cabinet.  (Amherst, New Hampshire.)  March 7, 1850, Vol. 48, No. 30, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes!  T. H. Badger, Would inform the Ladies and Gentlemen of Amherst, that he has taken Rooms formerly occupied by Mrs. Benden, and would call their attention to his   specimens of Daguerreotype Miniatures.

Miniatures taken without regard to weather, at various prices, form $1.00 upwards.  Particular attention given to taking Likenesses of Little Children, and warranted to give satisfaction.—Please call and examine.

Advertisement ran March 7 to April 4, 1850.

1850 May 9.  The Farmers Cabinet.  (Amherst, New Hampshire.)  May 9, 1850, Vol. 48, No. 39, P. 3.

Badger’s Daguerreotypes.  T. H. Badger, would call the attention of the Citizens of Milford, to his specimens of Daguerreotype Miniatures, which may be seen at the Town Hall, where he will remain a short time only.

Having the advantage of a superior light, he is enabled to produce pictures of the first quality, at prices varying from $1.00 upwards.  Those in want of good pictures will find it to their advantage to call and examine specimens. 

Advertisement ran on May 9 & 16, 1850.

Bacon, Rufus

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1855-1857       208 Bowery, New York, New York.

1855 November 25.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 25, 1855, Whole No. 7028, P. 4.

Daguerreotypes.—Excelsior Gallery, 208 Bowery, opposite Rivington street.  This establishment, unsurpassed by any in the United States, is now thrown open to the public.  Splendid pictures in rich cases for 50 cents, furnished every day in the week, from sunrise to sunset.  Call early in the day.

1855 November 29.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  November 29, 1855, Whole No. 7032, P. 5.

Thanksgiving Day.—Daguerreotypes.—“Bacon’s Excelsior Gallery,” 208 Bowery, opposite Rivington street—Connoisseurs have styled the productions of this establishment gems of the art.  These gems will be furnished throughout the day at from 50 cents to $25, to accommodate the means and taste of all classes.  Call early.

1855 December 2.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 2, 1855, Whole No. 7035, P. 5.

Daguerreotypes.—“Bacon’s Excelsior Gallery,” 208 Bowery, opposite Rivington street.  The pictures made at this establishment need no magnifying power to develop features.  They stand out bold, striking, life like, and never fade.  They are characterized by a richness of shade, purity of tone, and grace of contour, which would rouse the enthusiasm of the immortal Daguerre.  Price 50 cents to $25.  Call early.

1855 December 9.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 9, 1855, Whole No. 7042, P. 5.

Daguerreotypes.—“Bacon’s Excelsior Gallery,” 208 Bowery, opposite Rivington street.  The great popularity of this establishment cannot be attributed solely to the magnificence of the apartments, &c.; it is the superior merit of its pictures on which its reputation chiefly depends.  Open every day in the year.  Splendid likenesses in rich cases, 50 cents.

1855 December 16.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 16, 1855, Whole No. 7049, P. 5.

Bacon’s Daguerreotypic Establishment continues to operate, without regard to weather.  Those splendid pictures still selling at 50 cents.  Received per last steamer from [ ? ] a rich stock of fancy cases, for holiday presents.  208 Bowery.

1855 December 25.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 25, 1855, Whole No. 7058, P. 5.

Daguerreotypes—Bacon’s Gallery.—This establishment will be in full operation to day, and will furnish pictures which cannot be surpassed by those of any similar concern in the world, at from 50 cents to $25.  208 Bowery, opposite Rivington street.

1856 January 20.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 20, 1856, Whole No. 7083, P. 5.

Bacon’s Daguerreotype Establishment, 208 Bowery, opposite Rivington street, splendid pictures for 50 cents, open every day in the year, with out regard to weather.

1856 February 10.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  February 10, 1856, Whole No. 7104, P. 5.

Daguerreotypes.—Bacon’s Gallery.—The splendid and spacious rooms comprising this establishment are open every day in the week.  Pictures of the first quality at 50 cents—208 Bowery, opposite Rivington street.  Wanted, a first class operator.  Unexceptionable reference required, and application must be immediate.

1856 December 20.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 20, 1856, Whole No. 7417, P. 5.

Bacon’s Superb Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes for holiday presents, in rich case, 50 cents, at 208 Bowery, opposite Rivington street.

1856 December 23.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 23, 1856, Whole No. 7420, P. 5.

Bacon’s Superb Ambrotypes, in cases, Designed for the holidays, selling at his magnificent rooms for 50 cents, 208 Bowery.

1856 December 24.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 24, 1856, Whole No. 7421, P. 5.

Holiday Presents.—Bacon’s, 208 Bowery.—Ambrotypes, 208 Bowery, unsurpassed, 208 Bowery, fifty cents, 208 Bowery; magnificent rooms, 208 Bowery.

1856 December 25.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 25, 1856, Whole No. 7422, P. 5.

Holidays.—Bacon’s Gallery of Photographs, daguerreotypes and ambrotypes.  The pure, perfect ambrotype, in “souvenir” cases, 50 cents, at 208 Bowery.

Advertisement ran on December 25 & 27, 1856.

1856 December 28.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 28, 1856, Whole No. 7425, P. 5.

Observe?  Bacon’s Superb Ambrotypes, in souvenir cases, 50c., selling at his splendid establishment, 208 Bowery.  Rooms always open.

1856 December 29.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 29, 1856, Whole No. 7426, P. 5.

The Grand Carnival.—Its Prominent Feature is the rush for Bacon’s superb ambrotypes for 50 cents.  208 Bowery.

1856 December 30.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 30, 1856, Whole No. 7427, P. 5.

Photographs, Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, Bacon’s gallery, 208 Bowery.  Superb ambrotypes for the holidays in “souvenir” cases, 50 cents.

1856 December 31.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  December 31, 1856, Whole No. 7428, P. 5.

Pro Bono Publica.—Bacon’s Surpassingly beautiful ambrotypes, in substantial Turkey morocco souvenir cases, for 50 cents.  208 Bowery.

1857 January 1.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 1, 1857, Whole No. 7429, P. 5.

The Sale of Bacon’s Superb 50 Cent Ambrotypes, will continue all New Year’s Day, at his rooms, 208 Bowery.

Advertisement ran on January 1 & 2, 1857.

1857 January 3.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 3, 1857, Whole No. 7430, P. 5.

Ambrotypes of Surpassing Beauty and Excellence, in substantial turkey morocco cases, for 50 cents.  Bacon’s Gallery, 208 Bowery.

1857 January 4.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 4, 1857, Whole No. 7431, P. 5.

Bacon, 208 Bowery, Cordially Invites the public to visit his magnificent rooms, and inspect his unequalled fifty cent ambrotypes.

1857 January 5.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 5, 1857, Whole No. 7432, P. 5.

Fifty Cents for this Splendid Ambrotype.—Impossible!  Where did you get it?  At Bacon’s magnificent gallery, 208 Bowery.

1857 January 6.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 6, 1857, Whole No. 7433, P. 5.

Save Your Money.—Secure a Splendid, durable and faithful likeness of every member of your family, Bacon, 208 Bowery, sells an ambrotype for 50 cents which cannot be surpassed by any Broadway establishment, at their most exorbitant prices.  He challenges a denial of this fact.

1857 January 7.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 7, 1857, Whole No. 7434, P. 5.

Photographs, Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes.—Bacons’ grand gallery, 208 Bowery.  Ambrotypes of expert quality and rare beauty for 50c.

1857 January 8.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 8, 1857, Whole No. 7435, P. 5.

Bacon’s, 208 Bowery.—The Rush for his superb 50 cent ambrotypes has not ceased with holidays—oh, no.

1857 January 9.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 9, 1857, Whole No. 7436, P. 5.

Bacon Not Only Advertises Superb Ambrotypes, but he produces them.  Therein lies the secret of his success, 208 Bowery.

1857 January 10.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 10, 1857, Whole No. 7437, P. 5.

Superb Pictures 50 Cents.—Bacon’s Grand reception room surpasses in splendor any in Broadway; so do his ambrotypes.  208 Bowery.

1857 January 11.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 11, 1857, Whole No. 7438, P. 5.

A Fact –That Bacon’s 50 Cent Ambrotypes surpass in brilliancy, beauty and durability, costly Broadway pictures.  208 Bowery.

1857 January 12.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 12, 1857, Whole No. 7439, P. 5.

Worth Knowing.—Where to Get a Faultless picture for 50 cents.  108 Bowery, will answer that question.

1857 January 13.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 13, 1857, Whole No. 7440, P. 5.

To their Rare Excellence is Attributed the unprecedented sale of Bacon’s surpassingly beautiful 50 cent ambrotypes, 208 Bowery.

1857 January 14.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 14, 1857, Whole No. 7441, P. 5.

Photographs, Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes.  Ambrotypes of unequalled beauty, 50 cents, at Bacon’s extensive and luxuriously furnished establishment, 208 Bowery.

1857 January 15.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 15, 1857, Whole No. 7442, P. 5.

Bacon, 208 Bowery, would keep it before the people that his superb fifty cent ambrotypes cannot be equalled.

1857 January 16.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 16, 1857, Whole No. 7443, P. 5.

Photographs, Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes.—Ambrotypes of unequalled beauty, 50 cents, at Bacon’s extensive and luxuriously furnished establishment, 208 Bowery.

1857 January 17.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 17, 1857, Whole No. 7444, P. 5.

The Ambrotype may be Obtained at One place in New York for 50 cents, at Bacon’s, 208 Bowery.

1857 January 18.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 18, 1857, Whole No. 7445, P. 5.

Bacon’s Grand Gallery, Open every Day in the week.  Those ambrotypes, super’s artistic productions 50 cents.  208 Bowery.

1857 January 19.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 19, 1857, Whole No. 7446, P. 5.

Bacon, 208 Bowery, would respectfully Announce the continuation of the sale of his unequalled ambrotypes for 50 cents.

1857 January 22.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 22, 1857, Whole No. 7449, P. 5.

Bacon’s Grand Photographic Establishment, 208 Bowery.—Those ambrotypes, the consummation of artistic skill, for 50 cents.

1857 January 23.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 23, 1857, Whole No. 7450, P. 5.

Produce your Evidence, or Stand Aside!—10,000 citizens will testify to the superiority of Bacon’s matchless ambrotypes, 208 Bowery.

1857 January 25.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 25, 1857, Whole No. 7452, P. 5.

Bacon’s Grand Gallery, 208 Bowery.—Open every day in the week.  Those ambrotypes, superb artistic productions, for 50 cents.

1857 February 2.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  February 2, 1857, Whole No. 7460, P. 5.

Doctor Burdell—A Correct Ambrotype likeness of this ill fated gentleman taken from life, on Monday last, by Bacon, 208 Bowery, 208 Bowery, may be seen at his gallery entrance.

1857 February 4.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  February 4, 1857, Whole No. 7462, P. 4.

Doctor Burdell’s Ambrotype Likeness taken four days before his assassination, by Bacon, 208 Bowery, may be seen at his gallery.

1857 February 4.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  February 4, 1857, Whole No. 7462, P. 4.

Bond Street Murder—The Only Authentic and correct likeness of Dr. Harvey Burdell, from an ambrotype taken only five days previous to the murder.  Also, a correct view of the room, taken by permission of the coroner, before the body was removed expressly for this paper.  Also a view of the house where the horrible deed was committed, will be published in No. 62 of Fran Leslie’s Illustrated News, ready on Friday morning, Feb. 6, at all news depots.  Price 6 cents.

1857 February 6.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  February 6, 1857, Whole No. 7464, P. 5.

Doctor Burdell’s Ambrotype Likeness, taken four days before his assassination by Bacon, 208 Bowery, may be seen at his gallery.

Babbitt, Platt D.

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1856                Niagara Falls, Niagara Falls, New York.

1856 July 12.  The Daily Union.  (Washington, D. C.)  July 12, 1856, Vol. VI, No. 76, P. 3.

Ice at Niagara Falls.—A letter dated Niagara falls, June 30, says:  “About fifty feet below the American Falls, and immediately in front of Babbitt’s Daguerreotype rooms, there still remains a cake of ice weighing probably twenty-five tons.  During the last winter the mass of ice formed by the continued addition of spray is said to have been more than one hundred feet high indeed in a stereotype picture taken during the past winter this glacier seems to be nearly as high as the American Falls.

1856 July 19.  The Morning Comet.  (Baton Rouge, Louisiana.)  July 19, 1856, Vol. XIV, No. 56, P. 3.

Ice at Niagara Falls.—A letter dated Niagara falls, June 30, says:  “About fifty feet below the American Falls, and immediately in front of Babbitt’s Daguerreotype rooms, there still remains a cake of ice weighing probably twenty-five tons.  During the last winter the mass of ice formed by the continued addition of spray is said to have been more than one hundred feet high indeed in a stereotype picture taken during the past winter this glacier seems to be nearly as high as the American Falls.