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S. W. Hartshorn

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , , ,

ca.1844-1845  25 Westminster Street, Providence, Rhode Island

1850-1857       25 Westminster Street, Providence, Rohde Island.

1857-1858       81 Westminster Street, Providence, Rhode Island.

1859                98 & 100 Westminster Street, Providence, Rhode Island.[1]

S. W. Hartshorn was recorded in five advertisements, four in the General Advertiser (Providence, Rhode Island) and one in the Providence Journal.  The first advertisement was recorded on March 23, 1850.  Daguerreotypes.  Hartshorn has just finished a suite of Rooms, with a new and improved Sky-Light, in the Hall above the room occupied by him for the last five years, where he is still better prepared to take Daguerreotype Miniatures of every size, single or in groups, in a style not to be surpassed by any.

Grateful for past favors, I respectfully ask a continuance of the same, and invite ladies and gentlemen to visit my rooms at all times, whether intending to sit for a picture or otherwise.  S. W. Hartshorn, Agent, 25 Westminster st.  o6.

The second advertisement was recorded on July 2, 1850 in the Providence Journal (Providence, Rhode Island).  Superior Skylight Daguerreotypes.  S. W. Hartshorn, Agent, and Wm. S. Johnson have associated themselves together in business and respectfully inform their friends and the public generally that the are prepared to take Daguerreotype likenesses in a style not executed by any.

Having the largest rooms, the most extensive apparatus and long experience, with an improved skylight, they are confident that for beauty of finish, distinctness of impression, superior tone, and life-like expression of the eyes, their pictures will compare favorably with any taken elsewhere.

Pictures of all sizes and warranted not to fade taken without regard to weather.  Instruction given and apparatus furnished on reasonable terms.  The Rooms are at No. 25 Westminster st. up stairs, open all hours of the day, and ladies and gentlemen are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens.

N. B. A superior instrument that operates in from one to ten seconds is used for children and others who desire it.  a29.

The third advertisement was recorded on April 30 and June 11 & 18, 1853 in the General Advertiser (Providence, Rhode Island).  Daguerres.—Just received, a further supply of Fancy Cases, for Daguerreotypes, embracing all the desirable styles, both double and single, which I shall be happy to show to my customers, and to place within them a Perfect Likeness, either Crayon or such other as may be preferred.  My assortment of Plain Cases is complete for those who wish a more moderate priced article.  In fact, I have everything pertaining to the business in “good order and well conditioned,” and can always be found at my old stand, No. 25 Westminster-st., ready to supply the wants of those who call on me, pledging myself to furnish as perfect an article as can be obtained anywhere.  S. W. (sic.) Hartshorn, Agent.

The fourth advertisement was recorded on September 15, 1855 in the General Advertiser  (Providence, Rhode Island).  Daguerreotypes.  I have reduced the prices of all kinds of Daguerreotypes to the lowest possible mark, some of them even as low as Twenty-Five Cents!!!

As my rooms are known to be the most extensive and convenient, and having the Largest Sky Light in the State, the best Instruments, and all improvements in the art, I have no hesitation in promising satisfaction to all who may give me their patronage.  Recollect that my number is 25 Westminster-st., and Daguerreotypes may be had for the same number of cents.  J. W. Hartshorn, Agent, 25 Westminster-st.

The fifth advertisement was recorded on January 30, 1858 in the General Advertiser (Providence, Rhode Island).  Removal.  The subscriber informs his friends and the public, that he has removed his Daguerreotype, Photograph and Ambrotype Rooms from his Old Stand, to 81 Westminster-st., where he is prepared to furnish, as heretofore first rate Likenesses, at Moderate Prices.  He respectfully solicits a continuance of the liberal patronage that he has received for the last 12 years.  S. W. Hartshorn, Agent.  my30.

S. W. Hartshorn is recorded in other photographic directories.  The new information is that he was active in Providence as early as 1844-1845.  Please note that only fourteen issues were available for me to look at in the General Advertiser between 1847-1858.  The dates at the end of each advertisements (when noted) are the start dates of the advertisements.

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

J. G. Harroun

Daguerreotypes, ,

1853-1854       26 Camp Street, New Orleans, Louisiana.

J. G. Harroun was recorded in three advertisements and two announcements.  The first advertisement ran from November 1, 1852 to February 13, 1854 in the New Orleans Daily Crescent (New Orleans, Louisiana).  Sky-Light Daguerrean Saloon, No. 26 Camp street, New Orleans.—The undersigned having opened their Saloon at 26 Camp street, are prepared to execute Likenesses in every variety and style to suit their patrons.

The Ladies and Gentlemen of New Orleans, and strangers visiting the city, are requested to call and examine their specimens before procuring Likenesses elsewhere.  Perfect satisfaction given to all.  J. G. Harroun & Co.  n1.

The second advertisement ran from November 2 to December 3, 1853 in the Times Picayune (New Orleans, Louisiana). J. G. Harroun & Co.’s Sky Light Daguerrean Saloon, No. 26 Camp street, corner Camp and Common.

Our Saloon has been fitted up in a superior style, and we are prepared to give Likenesses equal if not superior to any artist in the city.  Our motto is, “To give good Pictures or none.”  We invite all citizens and strangers to call, and think we can give satisfaction to each and every one. J. G. Harroun & Co.

The first announcement appeared on November 3, 1853 in the Times Picayune (New Orleans, Louisiana).  Photography.—J. G. Harroun & Co., have fitted up their daguerreotype saloon at the corner of camp and common street, in superior style, and engage to give likenesses equal, if not superior, to those taken by any artist in the city.  Citizens and strangers are invited to call.  See their advertisement.

The second announcement appeared on February 14, 1854 in the New Orleans Daily Crescent  (New Orleans, Louisiana).  Daguerreotypes.—Some of the best daguerreotypes obtainable in this city can be found at the saloon of J. G. Harroun & Co., 26 Camp street.  The likenesses taken by them are very accurate and do not fade.

The third advertisement ran from February 14 to May 11, 1854 in the New Orleans Daily Crescent (New Orleans, Louisiana).  Sky-Light Daguerrean Saloon, No. 26 Camp street, New Orleans.—The undersigned having opened their Saloon at 26 Camp street, are prepared to execute Likenesses in every variety and style to suit their patrons.

The Ladies and Gentlemen of New Orleans, and strangers visiting the city, are requested to call and examine their specimens before procuring Likenesses elsewhere.  Perfect satisfaction given to all.  J. G. Harroun & Co.  feb14.

J. G. Harroun is not recorded in other photographic directories.

Jacob S. Hardin

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1859                Address Unknown, Fairmont, Virginia.        

Jacob S. Hardin was recorded in one article and one announcement.  The article appeared 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…

The announcement appeared on July 9, 1860 in The Daily Dispatch (Richmond, Virginia).  Execution Of Rev. J. S. Harden…

Jacob S. Hardin is not recorded in other photographic directories.

Leroy Hancock

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, , , ,

Pre-1853         Corner Lackawanna & Penn, Honesdale, Pennsylvania.[1]

1854-1860       Near the Depot, Scranton, Pennsylvania.1                 

Leroy Hancock was recorded in one advertisement that appeared on July 25, 1856 in the Pittston Gazette (Pittston, Pennsylvania).  Ambrotypes!  Daguerreotypes, Hylotypes, and the Crayon Pictures, in a superior manner, and of the last styles, taken at Hancock’s Gallery, Scranton, Pa.  N. B.—Always at home.  May 9, 1856.

Leroy Hancock is recorded in Directory Of Pennsylvania Photographers 1839-1900.

[1] Directory Of Pennsylvania Photographers 1839-1900.

Hamilton

Daguerreotypes, , , , ,

1859                 Address Unknown, Mud Springs, California.

Hamilton of the firm Hamilton & Mills was recorded in one announcement that appeared on October 2, 1859 in The New York Herald (New York, New York).  Affairs In California…

In addition to the destructive fire at Murphy’s, mentioned below, the Planters’ House, at Mud Springs, together with fifty head of horses, nine wagons and sixty tons of hay were consumed on Monday night.  On Tuesday the daguerrean rooms and dental office of Mills & Hamilton were also destroyed by fire.

Hamilton is possibly Dr. Hamilton recorded in Pioneer Photographers Of The Far West A Biographical Directory, 1840-1865 by Palmquist & Kailbourn.  They record a Willis & Hamilton in Yreka, California from April 1 to at least July 2, 1859, Mud Springs, California is 330 miles away.  More research is needed, it is possible that they are the same persons.

Hamilton & Adams

Daguerreotypes, , , ,

1848                Rooms in the Cabell House, Lynchburg, Virginia.

Hamilton & Adams (Charles F. Hamilton & John Adams) were recorded in one advertisement in the Lynchburg Virginian (Lynchburg, Virginia).  To The Inhabitants of Lynchburg and vicinity.  Hamilton & Adams, Daguerrian Artists, Respectfully return thanks to the ladies and gentlemen of Lynchburg and the surrounding Country, for the liberal patronage bestowed non them during their residence in this place.  They are now better prepared than ever to take Daguerreotype Miniatures, having procured from the North, at considerable expense, a large wheel for polishing purposes, together with all the other recent improvements, which have never before been introduced in this State; and from Mr. Hamilton’s experience of nearly five years in Virginia, and repeated visits to New York—and Mr. Adams’ experience as an operator four years in the , first establishments in New York and Philadelphia, they are prepared, with the aid of a large Sky-Light to produce miniatures, which for depths of tone, softness of light and shade, beauty of coloring, and easy and graceful positions, will defy competition.  Ladies and gentlemen are respectfully invited to call at their rooms in the Cabell House, and examine the specimens.

Likenesses inserted in Lockets, Bracelets, Breastpins, &c.  Likenesses taken of sick or deceased persons, dwelling houses, country-seats, in the best style.  Portraits and Daguerreotypes accurately copied.  Chas. F. Hamilton, John Adams.

N. B.—H & A.  would respectfully inform the public that they have been taking Daguerreotypes by the Electro-Galvanic Process for two years past, and with their Gold-enamelling process, their miniatures are rendered imperishable in any clime.  Nov. 27.

Hamilton & Adams are not recorded in other photographic directories as being in partnership.  Charles F. Hamilton if one can assume that he is the same Charles F. Hamilton

E. C. Hall

Daguerreotypes, ,

1849                Water Street, Over D. Alden & Co’s Hat and Cap Store, Augusta, Maine.

E. C. Hall was recorded in one advertisement that ran from May 31 to December 26, 1849 in the Maine Farmer (Augusta, Maine).  Daguerreotype Rooms, Over D. Alden & Co’s Hat and Cap Store, Water Street, Augusta, Maine.  The subscribers would respectfully inform the people of Augusta and vicinity, that they have had long experience in their business, and have within the last six months made a simple discovery and decided improvements, which is highly pleasing to the operator and subject.  By this new beautifier and accelerating chemical agent, with our top-light and large apparatus, miniatures will be executed in the surprising short space of from 3 to 15 seconds, bearing any tone, from deep, rich shade, to the freshness of life.  Those having poor and spotted Daguerreotypes, taken by the old process, can exchange them for finished ones, (warranted not to change,) for the very low price of $1.  Ladies and Gentlemen are invited to call and judge for themselves.  Rooms open from 7 A. M. to 6 P. M.

Instruction given in the Art, with all the late improvements.  Apparatus of all kinds for sale, and stock of the best quality.  E. C. Hall & Co.

E. C. Hall is not recorded in other photographic directories.

Hale , Moses

Daguerreotypes, , , , ,

1854-1857       Corner Main and State Streets, Ellsworth, Maine.

1855                Address Unknown, Mt. Desert, Maine.

Moses Hale was recorded in six advertisements and two announcements in the Ellsworth American (Ellsworth, Maine).  The first two advertisements as Hale & Sanborn (Moses Hale & James G. Sanborn).  The first advertisement ran from January 12 to March 16, 1855.  Hale’s Daguerreian Rooms, The subscriber would announce to the citizens of Ellsworth and vicinity that he has recently fitted up Rooms over his Store, (formerly Post Office Building,) added a large and superior Sky Light furnished himself with new Stock and Apparatus—has associated with himself in the Daguerrian Business, Mr. James G. Sanborn, an experienced and skilful artist and is now prepared to furnish Miniatures of the various sizes in the best style of art, and at fair prices.

Miniatures put up in Breast Pins, Lockets, Frames and Common Cases.

Copies taken of Portraits, Miniatures, Engravings and Statuary.

Persons wishing for Miniatures would do well to attend to it to day while in life and health, as delays are dangerous and to-morrow may be to late.  Moses Hale.  Ellsworth, July 14, 1854.

The first announcement appeared on February 16, 1855.  Moses Hale has just returned from Boston with a lot new goods which he is selling very cheap.

The second advertisement ran from February 23 to March 23, 1855.  Hale’s Daguerreian Rooms Re-Opened!  Messrs. Hale & Sanborn would give notice that they have returned from their tour at Mt. Desert, and will be in readiness to wait upon customers on and after Monday next, the 26th inst.

Pictures Taken In Any Weather, from 8 A. M. to 5 P. M.

The third advertisement ran from August 3, 1855 to January 18, 1856. Moses Hale, Daguerreian Artist Ellsworth, ME.

Pictures taken in any weather and warranted to give satisfaction.  A good assortment of Lockets and Pins always on hand.

The fourth advertisement ran from October 19, 1855 to January 18, 1856.  Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes; Or Pictures On Glass!  The undersigned having purchased the right for the county of Hancock and having furnished himself with a new Whole Sized Camera and, apparatus, is now prepared to take those beautiful and Never changing Pictures on glass at his rooms, Corner of Main and State streets Ellsworth.

These pictures are taken upon the best plate Glass, over which is placed a corresponding glass, the two being united by a transparent gum, causing the picture to retain its brilliancy for ages.  They are beautiful in tone, bold and clear in effect, may be seen in any light, and are as enduring as the glass upon which they are taken.  They are not reversed like Daguerreotypes, but are seen in the natural position of the sitter.

Prices varying from two to fifteen dollars, according to size and quality of case or frame.

Daguerreotypes taken as usual.

All pictures warranted.

The public are invited to call and examine specimens.  Moses Hale.

The second announcement appeared on November 2, 1855.  The Ambrotype.  The Ambrotype is the last great improvement upon the Daguerreotype.  Whether there are other improvements in store inquisitive artist, time alone can unfold.  We recently observed in an exchange the announcement that the old partner of Daguerre had discovered a process by which he could fix all the primitive colors upon the plate.  This, if correct, (and we presume it is,) will add much to the beauty of the Daguerreotype, yet without the Ambrotype, even this discovery would fail of producing half its beauties.

The Daguerreotype is a beautiful picture, yet with all its beauty the artist has never been able to produce a picture which could be distinctly seen, unless held in a certain position to receive the rays of light.  But the Ambrotype avoids this difficulty, which has long been a serious objection, and at the same time presents a picture far surpassing in beauty and richness of color and shade, the finest steel engraving.

Mr. Moses Hale of this place, who has long been known as one of the most skillful Daguerrean artists in this part of the state, has recently purchased the exclusive right for taking Ambrotypes in the County of Hancock, and some of the specimens of his taking which we have seen, even surpass those of the artist from whom he learned to process.  See his advertisement in another column.

The fifth advertisement first appeared on December 28, 1855.  Mr. Moses Hale.  (Successor To B. Nourse.)  The stock of Books and Stationery kept by Mr. Nourse was always large and well selected, but since passing into the hand of Mr. Hale very large additions have been made to it, until now it is one of the best in this part of the state.  Mr. H. is very well and favorably known as a correct business man, and with his thorough knowledge and close attention, we doubt not he will have a full share of all the custom in his line, especially since he is determined not to be undersold by any one in the state.

His store has one of the best locations in the village, and being Agent for Hodgeman, Carr & Co’s. Express, he can very conveniently, at the shortest notice, order any book or other article that may be called for, either from Boston or New York.

In the second story are his Daguerrean Rooms, where he can take and put up any desired style, the best pictures of any artist in the country.  Or, if preferred, he takes the Ambrotypes, which is much superior to the Daguerreotype as a steel engraving is to a wood cut, and yet the Ambrotype cost but a trifle the more.

The sixth advertisement ran from January 25, 1856 to September 11, 1857.  Moses Hale, Daguerreian Artist Ellsworth, ME.  Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes; Or Pictures On Glass!  The undersigned having purchased the right for the county of Hancock and having furnished himself with a new Whole Sized Camera and, apparatus, is now prepared to take those beautiful and Never changing Pictures on glass at his rooms, Corner of Main and State streets Ellsworth.

These pictures are taken upon the best plate Glass, over which is placed a corresponding glass, the two being united by a transparent gum, causing the picture to retain its brilliancy for ages.  They are beautiful in tone, bold and clear in effect, may be seen in any light, and are as enduring as the glass upon which they are taken.  They are not reversed like Daguerreotypes, but are seen in the natural position of the sitter.

Prices varying from two to fifteen dollars, according to size and quality of case or frame.

Daguerreotypes taken as usual.

All pictures warranted.

The public are invited to call and examine specimens.  Pictures taken in any weather and warranted to give satisfaction.  A good assortment of Lockets and Pins always on hand. Moses Hale.

Hale & Sanborn are not recorded as being in partnership in other photographic directories.  Craig’s Daguerreian Registry does record Moses Hale as being active in Ellsworth, Maine in 1855-1856.  John does record a James G. Sanborn as being active in Cherryfield, Maine in1856-1860, and is probably the same person.

Francis B. Haines

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1854                Wesleyan Hall, Corner of Union and Main Street, Kennebunk, Maine.

1854                Main Street, Saco, Maine.

Francis B. Haines was recorded in twelve advertisements in the Maine Democrat (Saco, Maine).  The first advertisement ran on July 4 & 11, 1854.  The New Process.  Haines & Co., the celebrated 25 cent Picture makers are now stopping for a short time at Kennebunk.  They have taken rooms at Wesleyan Hall, corner of Union and Main Streets.  Daguerreotype likenesses taken for 25 cents, equally as good as can be obtained any where else for five times the amount.

The second advertisement appeared on July 25, 1854.  Messrs. Haines & Co., the popular Daguerreotypist, will remain at Kennebunkport through the present week.  Those who wish to obtain a good likeness for the small sum of 25 cents should give him a call without delay.

The third advertisement ran from August 22 to September 5, 1854. Haines & Co.  Are taking hundreds of their beautiful 25 cent Daguerreotype Likenesses, At their Picture Factory, on Main street, Saco.

All in want of good Daguerreotypes should call on them without delay.  They charge but 25 cents for good likenesses warranted not to fade.  Satisfaction given or no charge made.

The fourth advertisement appeared on September 5, 1854.  The rush at Haines & Co., 25 cent Daguerreotype Rooms still continues.

The fifth advertisement ran from September 12 to 26, 1854.  Something New.  Haines & Co., At a great expense have obtained Machinery and Chemicals for taking Daguerreotypes by the new German Invention, recently discovered by a few German Gentleman of New York City.

Dr. Chapman together with some of the best Chemists of the age have toiled incessantly for two years and upwards, experimenting on, and seeking to bring this discovery to perfection, but never have succeeded until within a few days.

It entirely upsets the old fogeys who are obliged to give way to superior Artists and superior work, Haines & Co., respectfully invite the careful attention of the public, to this new and beautiful Invention of Art! 

Specimens of the work may be seen at their Daguerreian Rooms, on Main st., Saco, over Owen & Moulton’s Clothing Establishment.

Daguerreotype Likenesses executed by them for 25 cents, warranted as good aas can be obtained elsewhere for five times the amount.

N. B.  Daguerreotypists and others wishing to obtain a knowledge of the New Invention should apply immediately to Haines & Co., Saco, Me.

The sixth advertisement appeared on September 19, 1854.  The best Daguerreian Artists are found at Haines & Co.’s Rooms on Main Street, Saco, where the best Pictures are made in the State.

The seventh advertisement appeared on September 19, 1854.  The place to get Daguerreotype Likenesses is at Haines & Co.’s.  They take the best Pictures and sell them at the fairest prices.  Rooms over Owen & Moulton’s, Main Street, Saco, Maine.

The eighth advertisement appeared on September 19, 1854.  Who takes the best Daguerreotypes?  Haines & Co.  Who sells Pictures at the fairest prices?  Haines & Co.

The ninth advertisement appeared on October 3, 1854.  Haines & Co.’s Rooms are the Rooms for all to get good and perfect likenesses.

The tenth advertisement appeared on October 10, 1854.  “All Ready,” Says the Operator.  “Ready, Madam, walk in!  Please be seated in this chair!  Sit just as the chair sits, Madam—there, that is right; I like a little side-view best.  Look towards the Instrument!  There, that will answer!  Keep perfectly still and look steady now.—Pass me a Plate there!”

“Plates!  There are none ready,” replies Anthony Green, head man of the establishment. 

“How is that?—here  is a lady that wants three of herself, and 30 more waiting to sit, and here it is half-past 4 o’clock.”

We should have had them ready, sir, if one of the men had not been sick to-day, which makes more work for the rest of the men.  As it is cloudy, we thought that one hundred and fifty Plates would be as many as you would use, but we will have some prepared in a few minutes.”

“Propel then, for I am waiting!”

All this is at Haines & Co.’s Picture Factory, Saco.

8 o’clock,…..Stairs Full!

10   “       ……Rooms Full!

12   “       ……Crowded!

3     “       ……The Rush Increases!

6     “       ……Nothing to be seen!

7     “       ……All Calm and Serene!

At Haines & Co.’s 25 cent Daguerreotype Factory, Saco, Maine.

Readers, go to Haines & Co.’s if you want A Perfect Likeness.

The eleventh advertisement ran on October 3 & 10, 1854.  (four times per issue.)  Haines & Co.

The twelfth advertisement appeared on October 17, 1854.  Haines and Co.’s Daguerreotype Rooms are still the resort of all who wish to obtain good Likenesses.

Francis B. Haines is not recorded in other photographic directories.  Craig’s Daguerreian Registry does record a Haines active in Saco, Maine in 1855 in the partnership of Haines & Hubbard it is possible they are the same person.

J. Winslow Hacker

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

1856                Address Unknown, Barnstable, Massachusetts.[1]

1856                Address Unknown, Hyannis, Massachusetts.1

1856                Address Unknown, West Dennis, Massachusetts.1

1856                Address Unknown, Chatham, Massachusetts1

1857                Address Unknown, West Barnstable, Massachusetts.1

1857                Address Unknown, Sandwich, Massachusetts.1

1859                Address Unknown, Pike Peak, Colorado.1

J. Winslow Hacker the information below come from nine broadsides in Harvey Zucker’s Collection.  The first has N. D.  Daguerreotypes For One Dollar! Can be had at J. W. Hacker’s Splendid Saloon, For a short time only, as he will remain in town about two weeks, to accommodate those that are in want of a good Daguerreotype.  Having had long experience and constant practice with one of the best operators in the N. E. States, he deems it no arrogance to assert that Pictures taken by him for distinctness of outline, clearness of the eyes, and artistical arrangement of position, which is so indispensable to a really valuable Daguerreotype, contrast favorably with those hard and flat Pictures formerly produced, and which are now so often palmed upon the unsuspecting public.—All that wish to obtain a true likeness of themselves, or friends, are invited to call and examine, for the best guarrantee of the superority of his Pictures is an examination of his work.

Saloon open from 8 A. M. until 5 P. M.

Pictures taken equally as well, either in clear or cloudy weather.

P. S. A large assortment of Gold Lockets and Fancy Cases constantly on hand, and for sale as cheap as can be purchased in Boston.

N. B. This Saloon is located near the Patriot Office.

The second is dated April 1856.  J. W. Hacker, Would, while returning thanks to his friends and the public, inform them that he will remain One Week Longer, To accommodate those that are in want of a Picture Taken by Him.  The best guarantee of the superiority of his work, is an examination of his Pictures.  Please call and compare them with those taken by other operators.

Having just received a good assortment of Gold Lockets and Fancy Cases,

He would invite all that are wishing to purchase Gold Lockets to call and examine his before purchasing elsewhere.

Rooms open from 8 A. M. until 5 P. M.  Small Children, from 10 A. M. until 2 P. M.

P. S.—Pictures taken equally well either in clear or cloudy weather

N. B.—Remember that he closes his Saloon Saturday, May 3d, and will remove to Barnstable 

The third is dated July 25, 1856.  Notice! Notice!  The subscriber, grateful for the liberal patronage he has received, would respectfully inform his friends and the public that he has re-opened his Saloon, and will remain but a short time to accommodate those that are in want of good Pictures.

His work needs no recommendation.  Call and see.  He will take nice pictures which he will warrant to give satisfaction, for the low price on one dollar.

N. B.  Having received a new assortment of Cases of all kinds, he would invite all to call immediately, as his time is limited.

Rooms open from 8 A. M. until 5 P. M.

Small Children from 10 A. M. to 3 P. M.  J. W. Hacker.  Hyannis, July 25th, 1856.

The fourth broadsided is dated September 1856.  Rare Chance To Get Good Pictures!  J. W. Hacker, Would, in returning thanks to his friends and the public for their past liberal patronage, inform them that he will stop Two Weeks At West Dennis, (Near the Meeting House,) to accommodate those who are desirous of obtaining a good Daguerreotype.

He deems it unnecessary to call the attention of the public to the many recommendations which he has received, but would invite them to an examination of his work, which is the best guarantee of the superiority of his Pictures.

P. S.—Remember that he closes his Saloon at West Dennis Sept. 27th.

Saloon open from 8 A. M. until 5 P. M.  Small Children from 10 A. M. until 2 P. M.

A good assortment of Gold Lockets and Fancy Cases on hand.

The fifth broadside is dated November 1856.  One week Only.  J. W. Hacker, Would while returning thanks to his friends and the public for their past liberal patronage, inform them that he will remain One Week longer Only, To Accommodate Those That Are In Want Of Good Pictures.

Surprising art, by which we lend,

Our countenance to an absent friend,

Or at the close of life’s eventful career,

Leave a memento for those we hold dear.

Next Thursday will be Thanksgiving Day,

Some meet for sport and others to pray,

But Hacker will his favorite art pursue,

To save the shadow of the noble crew.

For a holiday gift of all the rest,

A type of yourself is surely the best;

Then hie for Hacker’s Daguerrean Saloon,

And get your Picture in a Case or Locket fine.

Rooms open from 9 A. M., until 4 P. M.

P. S.  Pictures taken equally well either in clear or cloudy weather.

The best guarantee of the superiority of his work, is an examination of his pictures.  N. B.  Remember that he closes his Saloon Saturday the 29th, and moves to Chatham, Monday, December 1st.

The sixth broadside is dated April 1857.  A Good chance To get Pictures taken equally as well as those taken by the best Artist in the city.

J. W. Hacker, Would inform his friends and the public of West Barnstable, that he has located his Saloon Near the Depot, where he will remain Two Weeks Only, to accommodate those that are in want of Pictures taken by him.

Having had long experience and constant practice with one of the best operators in the New England States, he deems it no arrogance to assert that Pictures taken by him for distinctness of outline, clearness of the eyes, and the artistical arrangement of position, which is so indispensable to a really valuable Daguerreotype, contrast favorably with those hard and flat Pictures formerly produced and which are now so often palmed upon the unsuspecting public.

All that wish to obtain a true likeness of themselves or friends are invited to call and examine specimens, for he feels confident that a close examination of his Pictures will satisfy the most incredulous of the superiority of his work.

Perfect satisfaction given or no charge.  Call soon, as he positively closes the 11th of April.

Rooms open from 9 A. M. ‘till 5 P. M.

Pictures taken equally well either in clear or cloudy weather, a good assortment of Fancy Cases & Gold Lockets on hand.

An early call is solicited.

The seventh broadside is dated April 15, 1857.  Hacker Is in Town! With his Splendid Saloon, and will remain Two Weeks Only, to accommodate those that are in want of a good Pictures.—Mr. Hacker would while returning thanks to his friends and the public for their past liberal patronage, inform them that this is positively the last chance to get pictures taken by him, as this is his last stopping place on the Cape.

P. S.  Pictures taken for the low price of 75 cts. And upwards, including case.  His work needs no recommendations; but call and see for yourself.  Perfect satisfaction given or no charge.  An early call is solicited, as his time is limited to two weeks only, closing Thursday, April 30th,

Rooms open from 9 A. M., until 5 P. M.  Pictures taken in clear or cloudy weather.

A good assortment of Fancy Cases & Gold Lockets For sale cheap, as he is selling out.

Sandwich, April 15, 1857.

The eighth broadside is dated April 1859.  Pike’s Peak.  By a letter just received from Kansas I am correctly informed that the best Gold Diggings are on the Cherry Creek, and the best route is by way of Ft. Riley; and up the smokey Hill River.

All who are anxious to go would do well to call and get their Pictures taken as mementoes for their friends.  Mr. Hacker having had eight years experience, and constant practice, with some of the best operators in New England, such as Masury & Silsbee, Ormsby & Ells [sic.] (Ellis) of Boston, and Manchester & Bro., Providence R. I., feels it no arrogance to assert that pictures taken by him, for distinction of outline, depth and purity of tone and artistical arrangement of position which is so indispensible to a really valuable Portrait, cannot be surpassed by any in the States.

Prices—Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Ferreotypes, Papyrotypes, Ambrotypes, and Patent Leather Pictures, from 25 cents upwards.

Daguerreotypes $1.25, and upwards; Photographs $3.00 and upwards, for first copy.  Duplicates furnished at reduced prices.  Fancy cases and Gold Lockets on hand.

N. B.  Remember, that hacker leaves here the first of May, and will positively close April 30th 1859.

J. Winslow Hacker is not recorded in other photographic directories.  According to the genealogy provide by Harvey.  J. Winslow Hacker learned daguerreotyping from his brother Francis Hacker on Cape Cod.

[1] Broadsides from Harvey Zucker’s collection.