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Miller

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1859                Address Unknown, Fairmont, Virginia.

Miller appeared in one article on April 19, 1859 in the Wheeling Daily Intelligencer (Wheeling, Virginia).  Arrest of a Murderer by means of a Daguerreotype.—Yesterday morning officer Hawley and Mr. James Wright, of this city, arrived here from Fairmont, having in charge a man by the name of Jacob S. Hardin, charged with the murder of his wife on the 9th of March last, at Belvedere, Warren County, N. J.  The circumstances of the arrest are quite remarkable, as follows.  About a week ago Mr. Wright who was traveling through Marion and other neighboring counties, on business, arrived at Fairmont on the same train with Hardin, and the two got off at that point, after making a pretty intimate railroad acquaintance.  Mr. W., in circulating around in that neighborhood two or three days afterwards, encountered Hardin at various places, and they both had remarked upon the singularity of their frequent unexpected meetings.  Mr. Wright having finished his business in that part of the country, came home, and on Sunday morning last was sitting in the Spring House when some one came in with a photograph likeness of a murderer named Hardin, accompanied by a proclamation from the Governor of New Jersey, offering $500 for his arrest.  Mr. Wright, upon looking at the picture, immediately recognized it as that of his mysterious acquaintance in the mountain counties and so expressed himself to various persons, among others Sergeant McDonald.  Accordingly a warrant was procured from Ald. Dulty and Mr. Wright and Officer Hawley started for Fairmont.  Arriving there Mr. Wright called upon Mr. Miller, a Daguerreotypist, where he supposed Hardin to be engaged, as that was his profession, and upon enquiring for the object of his search, that individual, who was in the next room, heard and recognized Wright’s voice and immediately came forth, extending his hand in the most cordial manner, and again remarking upon the fatality which seemed to attach to their frequent coming together.  Mr. Wright invited Hardin, (who had assumed the alias of Austin) to take a walk…

Miller is not recorded in other photographic directories as being active in Wheeling, Virginia.

J. E. Miller

Daguerreotypes, ,

1856                Address Unknown, Bridgeport, Virginia.

J. E. Miller appeared in one advertisement on August 15, 1856 in the Cooper’s Clarksburg Register (Clarksburg, Virginia).  Daguerrean Gallery.  J. E. Miller would respectfully announce to the citizens of Clarksburg and vicinity that he has opened his Daguerrean at Bridgeport where he is prepared to take pictures in every variety and style known to the art.  Dark dresses always take best in Daguerreotypes, as colors will not show.

He Keeps constantly on hand a large and elegant assortment of Plain and Fancy Cases, Gold and Common Lockets, Medallions, &c., in which Likenesses will be securely and neatly set.

Calls are respectfully solicited from all, who desire a good picture.  Jy 11.                  

J. E. Miller is not recorded in other photographic directories.

H. W. Merrill

Daguerreotypes, ,

1848                Rooms over Russell & Webster’s Store, Plymouth, New Hampshire.        

H. W. Merrill appeared in one advertisement that was recorded on January 15, 1848 in the White Mountain Bugle (Plymouth, New Hampshire).  Daguerreotype Miniatures, H. W. Merrill Having fitted up rooms over Russell & Webster’s Store, is prepared to take Miniatures of all sizes, and in any style of putting up that is desired.  The public may be assured that Pictures taken at this establishment will be as perfect specimens of the art as can be obtained.  All commissions for taking likenesses of sick or dead persons, will be attended to at once.  Particular attention paid to taking likenesses of small children.  All are respectfully invited to call and examine for themselves.

Instructions given in the Art, and Apparatus and stock furnished.

Miniatures set in Gold or Gilt Lockets, or in Cases or Frames, from $1.50 to $8.00.

Please call soon, as my time is limited, and must return to the City in a few weeks.  Plymouth Village, Dec. 28, 1847.

H. W. Merrill is not recorded in other photographic directories.

Enoch H. McKenney

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , , ,

1850-1851       Address Unknown, Biddeford, Maine.

1852-1858       6 Central Block, Biddeford, Maine.

1858-1860       4 Crystal Arcade Building, Biddeford, Maine.

1861                1 Washington Block, Liberty Street, Biddeford, Maine.

1866 131 Main Street, Biddeford, Maine.

Enoch H. McKenney was recorded in twenty five advertisements and twenty two announcements in two newspapers (before 1861). He was in the partnership of McKenney & Bowers posted on October 17, 2022. He entered and won top premium in many of the local fairs. in the 1860’s he started to exhibit fowle and cattle. in 1868 he removed to Georgetown, Delaware

Enoch H. McKenney is recorded in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

Albert M. McKenney

Ambrotypes, Daguerrean Car, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, Stereoviews, , , , , , , , , , , ,

1848                7 Batchelder’s Block, Factory Island, Saco, Maine.

1852-1855       86 Factory Island, Opposite the Post Office, Saco, Maine.

1853                Address Unknown, Biddeford, Maine.

1855                163 Middle Street, Portland, Maine.

1856-1857       130 Middle Street, Portland, Maine.

1858-1860       122 Middle Street, Portland, Maine.[1]

1861-1864       122 Middle Street, Portland, Maine

1864                284 Congress Street, Portland, Maine.

Albert M. McKenney was recorded in five announcements and sixteen advertisements in four different newspapers. He was in the partnership of Macomber & McKenney; S. T. & A. M. McKenney; McKenney & Scribner; and by himself.  The first announcement appeared on  October 31, 1848 in the Maine Democrat (Saco, Maine).  From the Union.  Show and Fair.  York County Agricultural Society.  We proceed to fulfil our promise made last week to give an extended account of the Show and Fair held here, Oct. 11th & 12th.  In order to get the proceedings into a reasonable space, it will be necessary to omit so much of the reports of the adjudging Committees as are merely formal, giving in such cases, the list of premiums awarded, only…

Miscellaneous Articles…Macomber & McKenney, Saco, specimens of daguerreotypes, $2.00

The second announcement appeared on October 31,1848 in the Maine Democrat.  From the Union.  Observations Taken At The Fair.  …Messrs. Macomber & McKenney of our place, presented some excellent daguerreotype likenesses, to which we are bound to pay our especial regards, our own likeness, a complete counterpart of ourself, having been elevated to the high dignity of being criticized and passed upon by a competent committee, with the view of awarding to the artist, if deserved, the tribute due to skill.  We are happy to see by the list that the lot, with the editors thrown in, obtained a gratuity of $1.50.

The first advertisement ran from May 11 to July 13, 1852 in the Maine Democrat.  Portable Daguerrian Saloon!!  Mr. A. M. McKenney, Respectfully announces to his friends and the public, in the vicinity of Saco, that he has arrived in this place with his Portable Daguerrian Saloon, And will remain a few weeks.  It is now on Factory Island, Saco.

He would say to them, he is an old and experienced hand at the business, and keeps up with the times by obtaining all of the Latest Improvements in the Art, and by the aid of his Splendid Saloon, which he has built at great expense, expressly for the business, with a large top light, he feels confident he can furnish those who favor him with a call, with as good or better miniatures that any other operator. 

Perfect and durable likenesses, with or without colors, single, or in groups from two to twenty.  Copies taken from other Daguerreotypes, Portraits, Engravings, Paintings, &c.  Sick Persons taken at their residences.  Particular attention paid to taking Corpses.

Plated and Gold Lockets from $1 to $15.  Ladies and Gentlemen are invited to call and examine specimens.  Terms Reasonable. 

N. B.—I would correct an idea which is prevalent, that Miniatures cannot be taken as well in cloudy weather as clear.  I will take as good a Miniature when it rains or snows, as when perfectly clear.  Saco.

The second advertisement ran from February 8 to May 10, 1853in the Maine Democrat. Not Premium Daguerreotypes.  The subscriber, grateful for the liberal patronage bestowed upon him by the citizens of Saco, Biddeford and vicinity, and induced thereby to establish himself permanently in Saco, has the pleasure of informing them that he has purchased the rooms and fixtures of A. H. Beal, recently fitted up on Factory Island, Saco, opposite the Post Office.

The rooms are new, and with the best of Apparatus are inferior to none in the state.

He would say to the public that he commenced the Daguerreian business in its infancy, and has been in the business longer than any other Artist in the County, having made it his constant study for ten years, and devoted much of that time to experimenting in the Art.  He also has a chemical peculiar to himself, and superior to all others, he feels confident he can make a Better picture than any other Artist in this vicinity.

Not wishing, however, the public to rely on his word alone he would be pleased to have ladies and gentlemen visit his rooms and judge for themselves, as he has no intention of deceiving by offering to Wager five hundred dollars that he can take a better miniature than any other Artist.

I have been in Saco and Biddeford, operating in my saloon, about seven months, and in that time have made about 1,000 miniatures, and should have no fears in submitting them to the test of comparison with pictures made by other Artist, not excepting Premium Pictures.

My rooms will be open for visitors all hours of the day.  A Lady will be in attendance in the receiving room to wait upon ladies who favor us with a call.  One and all are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens and sit for pictures, perfect satisfaction guaranteed or no charge made.

I have a large and beautiful assortment of cases, frames, and lockets.  Miniatures taken in all styles, singly or in groups, and in all kinds of weather, equally as good in stormy as in pleasant weather, and at prices that cannot fail to suit.

All kinds of copying done at short notice and in the best manner.

Miniatures taken of sick persons and corpses, at their residences.

Particular Attention Paid To Taking Likenesses Of Children.  A. M. McKenney.

N. B.  I wish to have it distinctly understood by all that I am not connected with any other rooms in Saco or Biddeford.  Be sure to call at A. M. McKenney’s rooms, No. 86 Factory Island, Saco, if you wish a perfect likeness.

Copartnership Notice.  The subscribers have entered into a copartnership this day, under the firm name of S. T. & A. M. McKenney, for the purpose of carrying on the Daguerreotype business.  Their place of business is on Factory Island, Opposite the Post Office, Saco, where they will be happy to see all those in want of Portraits.  A. M. McKenney, S. T. McKenney.  Saco, Feb. 4, 1853.

The third advertisement ran from June 14 to October 25, 1853 in the Maine Democrat (Saco, Maine).  A New Whole Size German Camera.  The only one in the County of York.  Messrs. S. T. & A. M. McKenney would inform the citizens of Saco, Biddeford and vicinity, that they have recently purchased a Whole Size German Camera, for the purpose of making Large Miniatures & for Grouping.

It is double the capacity and more than twice the power of those we have been using.  We can now furnish our customers with as nice a miniature as can be obtained in Boston or elsewhere.  We have also made large addition to our Cases And Frames.  We have the most splendid assortment ever offered in this vicinity.  Please give us a call and examine for yourselves.

Don’t forget the place, S. T. & A. M. McKenney, No. 86, Factory Island, opposite the Post Office, Saco.

The fourth advertisement ran from October 25 to November 8, 1853 in the Maine Democrat. 

Dissolution Of Copartnership.  The Copartnership heretofore existing between S. T. & A. M. McKenney, is this day dissolved by mutual consent.  S. T. McKenney, A. M. McKenney

The fifth advertisement ran from October 25, 1853 to April 4, 1854 in the Maine Democrat. 

Albert M. McKenney, One of the most experienced Artists in the State, will continue to make Good Daguerreotypes at the old stand, No. 86 Factory Island, Saco, Opposite the Post Office.

He returns his most sincere thanks for the liberal patronage bestowed on him by the citizens of Saco, Biddeford, and vicinity, and respectfully solicits a continuance of the same, feeling confident of his ability to take a better Miniature than any other Artist in York County, notwithstanding Bragging Circulars, Chlorine Gas, Advertisements, or Premium Pictures.

I have every facility for taking good Pictures, equal to any other Artist, and have recently obtained some very important improvements in the art, (which are unknown to other Artists in this vicinity.)  Likenesses executed in all styles, Singly, or in Groups, large or small.  Also, several entirely new styles, specimens of which can be seen by calling at my Rooms.  I respectfully invite all to call and examine them.  Perfect satisfaction guaranteed, or no charge made.  Pictures copied in an entirely new and superior manner.  A large assortment of Frames, Cases, and Lockets constantly on hand.  Pictures sold as cheap as at any other place in Saco or Biddeford.

N. B.  No. 86 Factory Island, is the only place “bearing the name of McKenney,” that I am concerned in. 

The sixth advertisement ran from February 3 to April 7, 1854 in The Union and Eastern Journal  (Biddeford, Maine).  Albert M. McKenney, One of the most experienced Artists in the State, will continue to make Good Daguerreotypes at the old stand, No. 86 Factory Island, Saco, opposite the P. O.  He returns his most sincere thanks for the liberal patronage bestowed on him by the citizens of Saco, Biddeford, and vicinity, and respectfully solicits a continuance of the same, feeling confident of his ability to take a Better Miniature than any other Artist in York County, not without standing Bragging Circulars, Chlorine Gas, Advertisements, or Premium Pictures.

I have every facility for taking good Pictures, equal to any other Artist and have recently obtained some very important improvements in the art, (which are unknown to other Artists in this vicinity.)  Likenesses executed in all styles, singly, or in groups, large or small.  Also, several entirely new styles, specimens of which can be seen by calling at my Rooms.  I respectfully invite all to call and examine them.  Perfect satisfaction guaranteed, or no charge made.  Pictures copied in an entirely new and superior manner.  A large assortment of Frames, Cases, and Lockets constantly on hand.  Pictures sold as cheap as at at any other place in Saco, or Biddeford.

N. B. No. 86 Factory Island, is the only place “bearing the name of McKenney,” That I am concerned in.

The third announcement appeared on April 7, 1854 in The Union and Eastern Journal.  Please notice the advertisement of A. M. McKenney, Daguerrean, Factory Island, Saco.  He has some very fine specimens of Stereoscopic Pictures, a new style, which are executed in the highest style of the art.

The seventh advertisement ran from April 7 to June 16, 1854 in The Union and Eastern Journal. 

Stereoscopic Pictures!—Made At—A. M. McKenney’s Daguerrian Rooms!! No. 86 Factory Island, Saco.

This style of Daguerreotype, which is entirely new and very beautiful, can be obtained at no other place in York County.  By this process, two pictures are taken at the same time, of the same person, and when finished, blend together as one, which is magnified to the size of life.

Every kind of Daguerreotype executed in a superior manner.  Copying done at short notice in any kind of weather.  A large assortment of cases, frames and lockets constantly on hand, for sale as cheap as by any other Artist in this vicinity.

The public are respectfully invited to call and examine some fine specimens of the Stereoscopic Pictures.

The eighth advertisement ran from April 11 to August 22, 1854 in the Maine Democrat.  Stereoscopic Pictures!—Made At—A. M. McKenney’s Daguerreian Rooms!!  No. 86 Factory Island, Saco, This style of Daguerreotypes, which is entirely new and very beautiful, can be obtained at no other place in York County.  By this process, two pictures are taken at the same time, of the same person, and when finished, blend together as one, which is magnified to the size of life.

Every kind of Daguerreotype executed in a superior manner.  Copying done at short notice in any kind of weather.  A large assortment of cases, frames and lockets constantly on hand, for sale as cheap as by any other Artist in this vicinity.

The public are respectfully invited to call and examine some fine specimens of the Stereoscopic Pictures.

The ninth advertisement ran from August 29 to December 26, 1854 in the Maine Democrat.  The Best Place—to get a—Daguerreotype Is At A. M. McKenney’s No. 86 Factory Island, Saco.

The tenth advertisement ran from January 2 to October 9, 1855 in the Maine Democrat.  (Saco, Maine.)  January 2, 1855, Vol. XXVI, No. 22, P. 3.

Latest News, From The Saco Daguerreian Gallery, No. 86 Factory Island.  A. M. McKenney makes better Miniatures than any other Artist in this vicinity, and at prices to suit all, from Fifty Cents up-wards.  He has better facilities for making them than any other Artist in this County, (although Brother Artists make false statements to mislead the Public.  All are invited to call, and he will show them a Patent Machine for polishing plates, equal to any in the United States.

Remember the place, No. 86 Factory Island, Saco.  Where will be found a largen assortment of Cases, Lockets; Pins &c., &c., Constantly On Hand.

The eleventh advertisement ran from January 10 to October 26, 1855 in The Union and Eastern Journal.  Latest News, From The Saco Daguerreian Gallery, No. 86 Factory Island.  A. M. McKenney makes better Miniatures than any other Artist in this vicinity, and at prices to suit all, from Fifty Cents up-wards.  He has better facilities for making them than any other Artist in this County, (although Brother Artists make false statements to mislead the Public.  All are invited to call, and he will show them a Patent Machine for polishing plates, equal to any in the United States.

Remember the place, No. 86 Factory Island, Saco.  Where will be found a largen assortment of Cases, Lockets; Pins &c., &c., Constantly On Hand.

The twelfth advertisement ran from August 28 & September 11, 1855 in the Portland Weekly Advertiser (Portland, Maine).  Ambrotypes, Pictures Taken On Glass. At R. Adams & Co., No. 163 Middle Street…Portland.  These Pictures differ essentially from the Daguerreotype, as they can be seen at any angle, are not reversed, will not corrode or change by time, are as permanent as the glass on which they are made, and will retain their brilliancy for ages.

Letters Patent have been obtained for the United States, Great Britain and France, by Mr. Cutting, the Inventor.

R. Adams & Co. have the exclusive right for making these Pictures in this city.  A. M. McKenney.  Rufus Adams.

The thirteenth advertisement ran from October 19 to November 16, 1855 in The Union and Eastern Journal.  Ambrotypes.  Pictures On Glass By A. M. McKenney & Co.  The Ambrotype is one of the greatest improvements achieved in modern photography since the first discovery by Daguerre.  The picture is taken on fine plate glass and united to a corresponding one by an indestructible cement thus securing it in solid glass, as permanent as the silix itself.  The picture is not reversed, has none of the dazzling reflection of the Daguerreotype, is bold and clear in effect and unsurpassed in beauty and finish.  The Ambrotype May be set in monuments, carried to sea or otherwise exposed to weather, in any climate, and will resist the action of the elements and its brilliancy for ages.  They can be seen in any light as well as engravings, and hence are very suitable for large pictures to be hung in frames.  Daguerreotypes can be copied in this permanent style and enlarged to any size.  The public are invited to call and examine specimens at our rooms.  No. 86 Factory Island, Saco.  A. M. McKenny.  A. H. Scribner.

The fourteenth advertisement ran from October 23 to November 13, 1855 in the Maine Democrat.  Ambrotypes.  Pictures On Glass By A. M. McKenney & Co.  The Ambrotype is one of the greatest improvements achieved in modern photography since the first discovery by Daguerre.  The picture is taken on fine plate glass and united to a corresponding one by an indestructible cement thus securing it in solid glass, as permanent as the silix itself.  The picture is not reversed, has none of the dazzling reflection of the Daguerreotype, is bold and clear in effect and unsurpassed in beauty and finish.  The Ambrotype May be set in monuments, carried to sea or otherwise exposed to weather, in any climate, and will resist the action of the elements and its brilliancy for ages.  They can be seen in any light as well as engravings, and hence are very suitable for large pictures to be hung in frames.  Daguerreotypes can be copied in this permanent style and enlarged to any size.  The public are invited to call and examine specimens at our rooms.  No. 86 Factory Island, Saco.  A. M. McKenny.  A. H. Scribner.

The fifteenth advertisement ran from September 30, 1856 to October 21, 1856 in the Christian Mirror (Portland, Maine).  Notice Photographic.  Having secured the services of that old campaigner in the Daguerreotype business, and oldest Ambrotypist in the State, A. M. McKenney, Esq., I am now able to give more of my personal attention to the production of first rate Photographs Pictures from Life, or Copies of Daguerreotypes, executed at short notice.  J. W. C. Morrison, 130 Middle Street.

The sixteen advertisement ran thirteen times between October 12, 1858 to January 25, 1859 in the Portland Weekly Advertiser.  Photographs.  Wonderful Discovery!!  I am prepared to execute Photographs By An Entirely New Process, In A Style Never excelled in this Country.  When finished they resemble a Fine Steel Engraving, Though Far Superior!

Life Size Photographs, In Oil, Water Colors and India Ink.  Photographs of any desired size. 

Copies from old Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypes.

Particular attention paid to Ambrotyping, and all work warranted.

Notice the Sigh of the Big Picture f Daguerre!  122 Middle street, Come And Be Convinced.  A. M. McKenney. 

The fourth announcement appeared on March 8, 1859 in the Portland Weekly Advertiser.  Photographs Of The Police.—We have seen at our Police Station some fine photographic likenesses by McKenny and by Burnham of the members of the police department of our city government.  Those by Barnham are taken on two sheets, sitting and standing in a group.  Those by McKenny are taken separately half-length.—They are admirably executed, and being glassed and framed, present an appropriate ornament to the room.  The arrangement of the photographs in the frame is very tasteful.  The Marshal occupies the centre position flanked by his deputies, while the members are arranged around in an elliptical (Sic. form.  By the way, a more efficient and gentlemanly set of men it would be hard to find than those constituting our police force.

The fifth announcement appeared on May 10, 1859 in the Portland Weekly Advertiser.  Court House.—As this old structure is about to be demolished, those who may wish to keep alive the association and memories connected with it, had better procure a photographic image of it.  An excellent one has just been taken by Mr. A. M. McKenney, and copies can be procured at his rooms, 122 Middle street.

Albert M. McKenney is recorded in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry as being active in Saco, Maine in 1855 and in Portland, Maine from 1858-1860.  I have not included advertisements after 1860 because the research is incomplete.

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

McKenney & Bowers

Daguerreotypes, Stereoviews, , , , ,

1852-1854                   6 Central Block, Biddeford, Maine.

McKenney & Bowers (Enoch H. McKenney & W. H. Bowers) were recorded in seven advertisements and one announcement. The first advertisement ran from February 3 to April 27, 1852 in the Maine Democrat (Saco, Maine).  New And Splendid Daguerrian Rooms, Central Block, Biddeford.  McKenney & Bowers Respectfully announce to the public that they have just fitted up (without regard to cost) a Daguerrian Establishment inferior to none in New England.

With the Largest and best arranged Light of any Daguerrian Room in the State, and having procured an Instrument of the Largest Size, They are prepared to execute pictures Twice As Large as any hitherto made in Biddeford or Saco.

By means of this large and powerful Instrument, and with the aid of their immense light, they can execute Family Groups of any number, in a superb manner, on small or the largest sized plates.  In these days of mortality, heads of families should secure the likeness of every member of their family circle before it shall be broken by the rude hand of death.

McKenney & Bowers can now make pictures far superior to those of any other establishment in York County, and they throw their rooms open for public inspection and criticism, willing that a discerning public should judge whether they speak in a manner too boasting or to confident.  Their lng experience in the Daguerrian Art, and their new and not to be surpassed arrangements render it reasonable that they should excel, and they assure those who patronize them that they shall not leave their rooms dissatisfied with pictures or prices demanded.

Grateful for the past liberal patronage bestowed upon them, and more grateful for the many expressions of approval they have received, they respectfully invite a continuance of the=at patronage, as their whole object will be to please their customers.  E. H. McKenney, W. H. Bowers.  No. 6 Central Block.  Biddeford, Jan. 28, 1852.

The second advertisement ran from May 11, 1852 to March 29, 1853 in the Maine Democrat.  Daguerrian Rooms, Central Block, Biddeford.  McKenney & Bowers have the best arranged Daguerrian Establishment in the State, and with their Apparatus can take pictures of the largest size.  They are now executing exceedingly Fine Likenesses in Groups or Singly, And if better ones can be produced than they take, theirs will be given gratis.  The public are invited to call and examine for themselves.  Biddeford, April 1852.

The announcement appeared on October 12, 1852 in the Maine Democrat.  Cattle Show And Fair.  The annual Cattle Show and Fsir of the York County Agricultural Society took place in this town last Wednesday and Thursday…

On Manufactures.  Your committee having attended to the duties assigned, ask leave to report:…

E. J. Cole, Saco, Daguerreotypes, diploma and .50.

McKenney & Bowers, Biddeford, do.  Diploma.

The third advertisement ran from March 29 to November 1, 1853 in the Maine Democrat.  Something New!  McKenney & Bowers, Have obtained a quick instrument with which they can take Miniatures in much less time than ever before.  They would say to those having Children of which they would like to obtain Daguerreotypes, that they are now prepared to take them With little or no Difficulty.

They can also take perfect likenesses of the Sick at their residence with this instrument, it being so constructed as not to require so much light as those of any other kind.  Copying of all kinds done to perfection.

McKenney & Bowers take this opportunity to return their thanks to their friends and patrons for their liberal patronage, and respectfully solicit a continuance of the same.  Having a better light, larger and better instruments than can be found at any other establishment in this vicinity, they are able to make better Daguerreotypes.  All are invited to call whether they wish for Miniatures or not, and examine our specimens and facilities for making them and judge for themselves.  McKenney & Bowers, No. 6, Central Block, Biddeford, Me.

N. B.—E. H. McKenney, who was established in Biddeford, long before any of his neighbor artists took a Miniature in this vicinity, would have all understand that he is not connected with any other Saloon or other Daguerreian establishment in Saco or Biddeford, except the old Gallery in Central Block, where he may be found with additions and improvements.

The fourth advertisement ran from November 1, 1853 to April 4, 1854 in the Maine Democrat. 

McKenny & Bowers Daguerreotypes, No. 6 Central Block, Biddeford.  Rooms open daily for the reception of visitors.  Pictures taken of all sizes, and in any style desired, and warranted equal to the Best.

We have the largest and best collection of specimens to be found in this vicinity.  An examination of which will well pay for a visit to our Rooms.  Also, the best collection of Gold Lockets and Fancy Cases.

Please call and examine specimens.  Don’t mistake the place McKenney & Bowers.

N. B.  It is with reluctance that we refer to the advertisement of a brother artist, but justice to ourselves prompt us to say, that the late County Fair the Highest Premium was awarded to our Daguerreotypes, and not to Mr. Cole’s as his advertisement leads people to suppose. 

The fifth advertisement ran from February 17 to April 14, 1854 in The Union and Eastern Journal (Biddeford, Maine).  McKenney & Bowers, Daguerreotypes!  No. 6 Central Block, Biddeford. Rooms open daily for the reception of visitors.  Pictures taken in all sizes and any style desired.  We have the largest and best collection of specimens to be seen in this vicinity.  Also, the best assortment of Gold Lockets and Fancy Cases, at the lowest prices. E. H. McKenney, W. T. Bowers.

Please call and examine specimens.  Don’t mistake the place.

The sixth advertisement ran from April 11 to May 9, 1854 in the Maine Democrat.  Stereoscopic Pictures!  McKenney & Bowers, No. 6, Central Block, Biddeford, Took and exhibited the first Stereoscopic Pictures that were taken in “York County,” And the are now informed that they are ready to furnish the above style of pictures, executed in the most perfect manner.

By the Stereoscopic two pictures of the same person are seen as one, appearing as large as life, and if properly taken are truly beautiful, almost cheating the beholder into the belief that he gazes upon a “Thing Of Life,” instead of a Picture.

Daguerreotypes, –Of All—Styles & Sizes, Taken in the most perfect manner.

Fine Gold Lockets!  Buy your Lockets of McKenney & Bowers if you want a better article than you can get for the same money at any other place.

Fancy Cases and Frames of every Description.  Call And See!  Call And See!

The Seventh advertisement ran from April 14, to May 5, 1854 in The Union and Eastern Journal.  Stereoscopic Pictures!!  McKenney & Bowers, No. 6 Central Block, Biddeford, Took And Exhibited The First Stereoscopic Picture!  That were taken in “Your County,” and the public are now informed that they are ready to furnish the above style of pictures, executed in the most perfect manner.

By the Stereoscope two pictures of the same person are seen as one, appearing as large as life; and if properly taken are truly beautiful, almost cheating the beholder into the belief that he gazes upon a “thing of Life,” instead of a picture.

Daguerreotypes Of All Styles And Sizes, Taken In The Most Perfect Manner, Fine Gold Lockets.

Buy your Lockets of McKenney & Bowers, if you want a better article than you can get for the same money at any other place.

Fancy Cases And Frames, Of Every Description.  Call And See!  Call and See!!

McKenney & Bowers are not recorded in other photographic directories as being in a partnership. Enoch H. McKenney is recorded by himself in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry Bowers is also recorded in Craig’s (without a first name) in the partnership of Macomber & Bowers.  I did blog W. T. Bowers on February 21, 2022.

McGrew

Daguerreotypes, ,

1853                Rooms over Gale & Philipson s’ Store, Cape Girardeau, Missouri.

McGrew was recorded in one advertisement on December 16, 1853 in the Cape Girardeau Eagle (Cape Girardeau, Missouri).  McGrew’s Daguerreotype Rooms, Up Stairs, Over Gale & Phillipsons’ Store.  Pictures taken in damp or cloudy weather.

Pictures taken in Lockets, breastpins or Finger-Rings.  Satisfaction given or No Charge.  Cape Girardeau, Oct. 21st, 1853.

McGrew is not recorded in other photographic directories as being active in Missouri.

Elbridge G. McElroy

Daguerreotypes, , , ,

1847                Near Lower Mills, Dorchester, Massachusetts.[1]

1850                Brattle Square, over Whitney, Brackett & Co.’s. Store, Cambridge,                           Massachusetts.

1850-1851       Barker’s Building, Turnpike and Fourth Street, South Boston, Massachusetts.

1853                Park Street, near Harrison Square Depot, [Dorchester], Massachusetts.

1853                Near the Methodist Church, [Dorchester], Massachusetts.

1854                Near the Town Hall, [Dorchester], Massachusetts.

1856-1860       Address Unknown, Dorchester, Massachusetts.1

1865                Address Unknown, Cambridge, Massachusetts.1

Elbridge G. McElroy was recorded in A Directory Of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900, three advertisements and five announcements.  The first advertisement ran from February 1 to April 19, 1850 in the South Boston Gazette (Boston, Massachusetts).  Daguerreotypes!  If you want a good likeness of yourself or friends, please call at Barker’s Building, Turnpike street, where E. G. McElroy will be pleased to wait on you, and warrants a good likeness or no charge; having had long experience in the art, he is confident that he can execute pictures in as good style as can be obtained elsewhere,—cloudy weather no objection.

The second advertisement ran from May 9, 1850 to May 23, 1850 in the Cambridge Chronicle  (Cambridge, Massachusetts).  Daguerreotypes!!  E. G. McElroy.  Has taken rooms for a short time over Whitney, Brackett & Co’s. store, Brattle Square, Old Cambridge, for the purpose of taking Miniatures, having had long experience in the art, he is prepared to execute Likenesses in as good style as can be obtained elsewhere, all pictures taken in his rooms are warranted not to fade, to give good satisfaction, and taken equally in cloudy weather.

The first announcement appeared on February 22, 1851 in the South Boston Gazette.   McElroy, at his rooms corner of Turnpike and Fourth streets, is taking splendid miniatures.  Give him a call if you wish to be well served.

The second announcement appeared on April 26, 1851 in the South Boston Gazette.  We would call the attention of our readers to the advertisement of Mr. McElroy the Daguerreotype-man.  Just give him a call, and if you are not satisfied drop in at our sanctum and we’ll give you a quit-deed on our hat.  He informs us that he intends to remove before long, so if you want to get a picture, just walk up in double quick time.

The third advertisement ran from April 26 to May 3, 1851 in the South Boston Gazette. Daguerreotypes! At barker’s Building, Corner Turnpike and Fourth street, Only for a short time longer.

E. G. McElroy would respectfully inform the citizens of South Boston, that he is prepared, (having had long experience in the business,) to execute Pictures in every variety of style, warranted not to fade, to give good satisfaction, and taken equally well in cloudy weather.

Prices reasonable.

The third announcement appeared on April 2, 1853 in the South Boston Gazette & Dorchester Chronicle.  Daguerreotypes.  Those of our readers who would secure perfect pictures of themselves and friends, would do well to step in the saloon, of Mr. McElroy, located on Park street, near Harrison Square Depot.

The fourth announcement appeared on April 30, 1853 in the South Boston Gazette & Dorchester Chronicle.  Daguerreotype Saloon.  Now is your time, friends, of Port Norfolk, Neponset, Squantum, &c., for you to get perfect pictures of yourself and friends.  Mr. E. G. McElroy’s Saloon is stationed near the Methodist Church, and himself at home ready to greet you.

Mr. M. is one of the best artists in his profession out, and all may depend upon prompt and faithful attentions.

Go soon or you lose him.  All pictures warranted no to fade and to give entire satisfaction.  Price—one Dollar and upwards, according to the style.

The fifth announcement appeared on July 22, 1854 in the South Boston Gazette & Dorchester Chronicle.  Daguerreotypes.—Go, friends, to Mr. E. G. McElroy’s Saloon, near the Town Hall, and secure a perfect life-like picture of yourselves and friends.  There is a striking peculiarity about Mr. McElroy’s pictures—they are all very handsome.  Go quick or lose him.

Elbridge G. McElroy is recorded in other photographic directories, the newspapers help to fill in some of the gaps from the city, county,  regional  and state directories.

[1] A Directory of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900.  1847 identified as E. G. McEllery.

Willard McDaniel

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1858                Address Unknown, Derby, Vermont.

1858                Address Unknown, Barton, Vermont.

Willard McDaniel was recorded in one announcement that appeared on November 18, 1858 in the St. Albans Messenger (St. Albans, Vermont).  Counterfeiters.  Willard McDaniel, a daguerreotypist has been arrested at St. Johnsbury, on charges of passing several bills on the Andover and Worcester County Banks, which prove to be counterfeit.  He acknowledges the passing of them, but alleges he did not know them to be spurious, but took them for good money, in the way of his business at Derby and Barton.  He first passed one of these bills upon the conductor for his fare, then one each to Messrs. Cook & Horton on Railroad Street, and Boles & Lynch on the Plain.  In each case he bought some simple things and received his change in good money.  It was not known that they were counterfeit bills until taken to the Passumpsic Bank for exchange when the cashier at once pronounced them spurious; and the one who passed them was looked up and arrested before he left the place.  McDaniel is an unmarried man, about twenty four years old, and respectable connected.—Caledonian.

Willard McDaniel is not recorded in other photographic directories.

McClure

Daguerreotypes, , , , ,

1853                6 Camp Street, New Orleans, Louisiana.

McClure was mentioned in one advertisement that appeared on October 17, 1853 in the New Orleans Daily Crescent (New Orleans, Louisiana).  Daguerreotypes.—The Daguerreotyping Saloon of Messrs. Dobbyns & Harrington, on the corner of Camp and Canal streets, are now in active operation under the superintendence of Mr. McClure, the acting Operator.  These rooms contain a large and well selected stock of materials for taking likenesses according to the most approve method, and the pictures taken give general satisfaction.  The operation is almost instantaneous, and the results in all cases a true type of the features, even to the slightest shades of expression.  The specimens exhibited at these rooms are of such a various character that a visit to them is equivalent to a stroll through an extensive picture gallery.  The operator, Mr. McClure, has brought the art of coloring the pictures to the nicest perfection, imparting a tint to the complexion exceedingly life-like, and in a manner always true to the reality.  Persons having relations and friends at a distance, or who wish to preserve the likenesses of those in whom they are interested, may here find a ready means for engraving their features on lasting materials, which are unchangeable, and which will not deteriorate through time.  Plates of every description may be obtained here, and on the most accommodating terms.  Strangers in the city should not fail to gratify their curiosity by paying these rooms a visit.

McClure is not recorded in other photographic directories as being active in New Orleans, Louisiana.  Craig’s Daguerreian Register does list a J. S. McClure in Mobile, Alabama in 1859.  It is unknown if they are the same person at this time.