Tag Archives: Daguerreotypist

William Bell

Daguerreotypes, ,

1856                14 Massachusetts Street, Woodward’s Block, Lawrence, Kansas.

William Bell was recorded in one advertisement that appeared on April 28, 1856 in the Kansas Free State (Lawrence, Kansas).  Now Is Your Best Chance!!  William Bell, Daguerrean.  Would respectfully inform the citizens of Lawrence and vicinity that he has obtained a room in the second story of Woodward’s Block, No. 14 Massachusetts St., where all—especially the ladies, are invited to call, and examine the neatness and skill of his workmanship.

As he intends remaining but a few weeks, those who wish daguerreotypes should call at the earliest opportunity.  no. 49.

William Bell is not recorded in other photographic directories.

John R. Beard

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1859                Address Unknown, Cambridge, Ohio.

John R. Beard was recorded in one announcement on March 1, 1859 in the Wheeling Daily Intelligencer (Wheeling, Virginia).  Look Out For Him!—An adroit thief, calling himself J. B. Hawkins, broke into the room of John R. Beard, a daguerrean artist at Cambridge, Ohio, night before last, and stole a valuable gold watch and a considerable sum of money.  Mr. Beard was in town yesterday on the hunt of the rascal who is now supposed to be lurking about this city.  Hawkins is supposed to be the same man who recently broke into Mr. Partridge’s daguerrean gallery in Parkersburg, and stole a sum of money.  He pretends to be a photographer, and has a smattering knowledge of the art.  He is about six feet high, sandy complexion, slightly freckled, grey eyes and decidedly awkward in his general appearance.  He has been pretty extensively engaged in the thieving line, and should be checked in his career before he does something which may entitle him to server punishment than he now deserves.

John R. Beard is not recorded in other photographic directories.

Aaron Bean

Daguerreotypes, ,

1848-1851       290 Main Street, Buffalo, New York.[1]

1852                Address Unknown, Buffalo, New York.

Aaron Bean was recorded in two announcements.  The first appeared in The Freeman’s Journal  (Cooperstown, New York) on January 23, 1852.  Destructive Fire and Loss of Life.  Buffalo, Jan. 18.—At 2 o’clock this morning a fire broke out in the brick block on the corner of Main and Eagle Streets, originating in the saloon kept by Daniel Dix, in the basement of the corner building under the drug store of P. G. Vonght & Co….

Two mournful accidents occurred.  Aaron Bean, Daguerrean artist, who was sitting up in an upper chamber with the corpse of his child, was smothered to death before assistance could be rendered.  It is supposed he fell asleep and from the rapid spread of the fire, his room filled with smoke before he awoke.  His wife and daughter, in another chamber, were rescued….

The second appeared in the Jamestown Journal (Jamestown, New York) on January 23, 1852.

…The upper story was occupied by families.  Mr. Bean residing with his family over his daguerrean room.  We record with pain the death of Mr. Bean, who was infirm, and in saving the life of his wife, was suffocated in the smoke.  When taken out, he had ceased to breath, and every effort to resuscitate him proved unavailing.  Mr. Bean had just lost a child whose corpse was in the house at the time of the fire, but was taken out…

Arron Bean is recorded in other photographic directories.

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

Beamer & Turton

Daguerreotypes, ,

1854-1855       Main and Biddle Streets, Centre Wheeling, Virginia.

Beamer & Turton were recorded in one advertisement that ran from March 24, 1854 to November 30, 1855 in the Wheeling Daily Intelligencer (Wheeling, Virginia).  Messrs. Beamer & Turton, having taken the Rooms formerly occupied by Mr. L. Tarbell as a Daguerrean Gallery, corner of Main and Biddle streets, Centre Wheeling, beg leave to solicit a share of patronage from his friends and the public at large.

They make it a rule not to let any pictures go out but what are satisfactory, and well executed.

Gold and Silver plating executed neatly.

Orders left here for sign painting will be attended to J. Turton & Brother.  mr24.

Beamer & Turton are not recorded in other photographic directories.

J. Beals, Jr

Daguerreotypes, ,

1845                Address Unknown, Springfield, Massachusetts.

J. Beals, Jr. appeared in one announcement on October 14, 1845 in the Daily Republican.  (Springfield, Massachusetts).  Hampden Co. Agricultural Fair.  List of entries at the Show, Oct. 8 and 9—concluded from yesterday.  Specimens Of Fine Arts.  Listed are

G. W. James,                           Springfield,                 12 Specimens Daguerreotype

Stock & Cooley,                     Springfield,                   6 Paintings and 4 Daguerreotypes

J. Beals, Jr.                              W. Springfield,             4 Daguerreotypes

G. W. James,                           Springfield,                   4 Daguerreotypes

J. T. Ames,                              Cabotville,                    2 Daguerreotypes

J. Beals, Jr. is not recorded in other photographic directories.

George Washington Barr

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, Stereoviews, , , ,

1850-1855       Second & Walnut Streets, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.[1]

Third Annual Report Of The Transactions Of The Pennsylvania State Agricultural Society For The Year 1855.  (Fair held on September 25-28, 1855).[2]  Premiums Awarded…No. 35—Miscellaneous Articles And Fine Arts.

To Washington Barr, of Harrisburg, for a collection of daguerreotypes, photographs and stereoscope,……………………………….Silver Medal.

To. A. C. Smith, of Harrisburg, for a case of daguerreotypes and two frames of Daguerreotypes, ……………………………………………..Diploma.

To W. Barr, of Harrisburg, for a large collection of daguerreotype cases,……Diploma.

George Washington Barr is recorded in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry as Barr, W. (D. W.) and he goes on to identify him as Dr. W. Barr active in Harrisburg, Pa. from 1850-1852.  Directory of Pennsylvania Photographers 1839-1900 by Ries & Ruby list Barr, George Washington active in Harrisburg from 1850-1855.

[1] Full name, activity dates and address from Directory of Pennsylvania Photographers 1839-1900 by Ries & Ruby.

[2] Information from Information from Richard Jeffries.

George F. Barney

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1843                86½ Main Street, Nantucket, Massachusetts.

George F. Barney was recorded in one announcement and four advertisements in the Nantucket Inquirer (Nantucket, Massachusetts).  The announcement appeared on October 28.  Daguerreotype Likenesses.  It is well known to our readers that for some months past Mr. Chase has been very successful in taking correct likenesses by the Daguerreotype process.  Mr. C.  having imperative engagements elsewhere, disposed of his apparatus to Mr. George F. Barney, a citizen of this town and a genuine Nantucketer.  Mr. Barney by diligent and close application, obtained of his predecessor all the information necessary to obtain correct likenesses, and we are glad to say that he has, thus far, been well encouraged, and given entire satisfaction to those who have patronized him.  We have examined many of the likenesses taken by Mr. B., and we consider them equal, in every respect, to any that we have ever seen.  Call and give him a trial; if he does not give perfect satisfaction, you are not obliged to take the picture.  Encourage and cherish “Home Industry,” is sound policy.—See advertisement.

The first advertisement was recorded on October 28, 1843.  Miniatures taken by Daguerreotype, The subscriber, having purchased the Daguerreotype apparatus of Mr. H. S. Chase, and obtained of him the required knowledge for carrying on the same, is prepared to take Likenesses by this process which he will warrant to give entire satisfaction.

Single picture in case or frame           $2,50

Two persons in one picture                $3,50

Miniatures taken in cloudy or rainy weather as well as fair.

Rooms no. 86½  Main street, where specimens may be examined.  o25—3t.  George F. Barney.

The second advertisement was recorded on November 4, 1843.  Daguerreotype Miniatures!  Persons wishing a correct likeness of themselves, are respectfully invited to call at the Daguerreotype rooms, 86½  Main st. where they will be accommodated at short notice, and in a style warranted to suit.

Single pictures in Case or Frame        $2.50

Two persons in one picture                $3.50

Gold plated Miniature Lockets for sale.  George F. Barney

The third advertisement ran on November 25, 1843.  Photographic Miniatures Taken At Eighty-six and a half, Main street, For Three Weeks Longer.  George F. Barney, intending to leave the Island, would respectfully invite all those who wish correct Likenesses of themselves to call and embrace the present opportunity.  All pictures warranted to suit or no charge made.

Single picture in Case or Frame         $2.50

Two persons in one picture                $3.50                                                  

The fourth advertisement ran from December 16 to December 20, 1843.  Photographic Miniatures Taken At Eighty-six and a half, Main street, For Two Weeks Longer.  George F. Barney, intending to leave the Island, would respectfully invite all those who wish correct Likenesses of themselves to call and embrace the present opportunity.  All pictures warranted to suit or no charge made.

Single picture in Case or Frame         $2.50

Two persons in one picture                $3.50                                                  

George F. Barney is not recorded in other photographic directories.

C. Barnes & Brother

Daguerreotypes, ,

1848                Eagle Hotel, Macon, Mississippi.

C. Barnes & Brother (C. Barnes & W. Barnes) was recorded in one advertisement that appeared on November 18, 1858 in the Noxubee Rifle (Macon, Mississippi).  Daguerreotype Art—Improved.  Perfect Likenesses Of Children Or Adults, By C. Barnes & Brother.  We would say to our friends of Macon and surrounding country, that we have neatly furnished a room in the Eagle Hotel (up stairs) for the purpose giving those wishing perfect likenesses of themselves or friends an opportunity of obtaining them.  The new improvement will enable us to take perfect likenesses of Children of any age.  Gentlemen are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens. They would do well to call soon as our stay will be short.  C. & W. Barnes.

C. Barnes & Brother is not recorded in other photographic directories.  It is possible that this is Chauncy Barnes who was active in Mobile, Alabama.  Frances Osborn Robb writes in Shot In Alabama A History of Photography 1839-1941 And A List Of Photographers, thatChauncey Barnes was William Worthy Barnes brother.

A. S. Barber

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1857                Rooms over H. D. Pratt’s Shoe Store, Penn-Yan, New York.

A. S. Barber was recorded in one announcement and two advertisements.  The announcement appeared on August 27, 1857 in the Yates County Chronicle (Penn Yan, New York).  Solar Pictures.—Mr. A. L. Barber, a very worthy young gentleman from Geneva has purchased the Daguerrean Rooms of Mr. B. S. Wilson, and put himself in readiness to take pictures painted by the sun, and perfect as life.  Mr. Barber is a man of enterprise and worth, and will commend himself to the good will of the public.

The first advertisement ran from August 27 to November 19, 1857 in the Yates County Chronicle (Penn Yan, New York).  New Daguerrean Gallery!   Mr. A. S. Barber, from Geneva, having purchased the Daguerrean Gallery of B. S. Wilson, Next door to the bookstore of James [Boras], invites the patronage of the of Penn Yan, and the Country around, and hopes, by [exceeding] in work, to merit a full share of business.  He has a splendid Sky Light, and all the most approved fixtures, for taking pictures of the best [description], and may be found in him rooms during all [reasonable] hours, prepared to do his best to give satisfaction to his customers.  Call on him and give him a trial.

The second advertisement ran on November 11 & 18, 1857 in the Penn Yan Democrat (Penn-Yan, New York).  Barber’s Mammoth Sky-Light Daguerrean Gallery.  Good Pictures taken or “no Pay.”  Rooms opposite the Yates County Bank, and directly over the Shoe Store of H. D. Pratt, where I am prepared with all the necessary fixtures, together with a most excellent Sky-Light (better cannot be had) to take Pictures Of All Kinds, “Rain or Shine.”  I am satisfied that I can produce Pictures of such an Expression, Tone and Finish as will please the purchaser, otherwise “No Pay.”

A few hints:  Dark Clothes Take Best.  The Hair Should Be Free From Oil Or Moisture.  Children’s Likenesses taken in from 2 to 4 seconds between the hours of 11 A. M. and 2 P. M.

Instructions given in all its branches on very reasonable terms.  Lockets, Pins and Rings Filled, Copying Transfer Pictures &c., &c., taken at the above Gallery.                                                    

A. S. Barber is not recorded in other photographic directories as being active in Penn-Yan, New York.  Craig’s Daguerreian Registry does list A. S. Barber in Adrian, Michigan in 1860.  David V. Tinder’s on-line Directory of Early Michigan Photographers records Barber being active in Adrian from 1859-1865.  It is unknow at this time if they are the same person.

J. Ballard

Daguerreotypes, ,

1851                Rooms over Hawkins’ Store, in Commercial Row, Hannibal, Missouri.

1851                Rooms over M. A. Lindsley’s Store, Hannibal, Missouri.

1851-1852       Rooms over the Great Western, Hannibal, Missouri.

J. Ballard was recorded in fifteen advertisements and one announcements in three different newspapers.  The first advertisement appeared in the Western Union  (Hannibal, Missouri) on  March 27, 1851.  Daguerreotypes.  J. Ballard respectfully informs the people of Hannibal and vicinity, that he has located permanently in town, for the purpose of taking Daguerrean Likenesses.  From his experience and through attention to the business, he feels assured that he can furnish Likenesses as correct and lifelike as any ever produced.  He is now operating with the half size instrument and with all the late improvements, which enable him to produce pictures of his patrons, of large size, and superior style.

All are invited to call and examine, whether they want a likeness or not.

Rooms over Hawkins’ Store, in Commercial Row.  mch. 20.

The second advertisement appeared on March 27, 1851 in the Western Union (Hannibal, Missouri).  Portraits and Daguerreotypes Copied with exactness; Landscapes and views accurately taken, also:  Invalids waited on at their residences, and likenesses of deceased persons taken.  J. Ballard. Rooms over Hankins’ Store.  mch 20.

The third advertisement ran from March 27 to June 19, 1851 in the Western Union (Hannibal, Missouri).  Daguerreotypes Taken in a superior style, and neatly put up in cases, Lockets, Bracelets, Pins and Rings.  For children a bright day is preferred, but for any old enough to sit still, any weather will answer.  Call at Ballard’s Daguerrean Rooms, over Hawkins’ store, in Commercial Row.

The fourth advertisement ran from April 3 to May 1, 1851 in the Western Union (Hannibal, Missouri).  For Sale.  An Extra Camera and apparatus cheap for cash, or to exchange for good property.  To any one wishing to travel, this is a pleasant and lucrative business.  Instructions given in the art on reasonable terms.  J. Ballard.

The fifth advertisement appeared on May 1, 1851 in the Western Union (Hannibal, Missouri).

Ten Days Longer.  J. Ballard will be in town Ten Days Longer, taking Daguerreotypes.  All those who wish for likenesses, must call soon.                                   

The sixth advertisement ran from June 12 to 19, 1851 in the Western Union (Hannibal, Missouri).  Daguerreotypes.  J. Ballard will be in town one week only.  All who wish likenesses must call soon.

The seventh advertisement appeared on October 2, 1851 in the Hannibal Journal and Western Union (Hannibal, Missouri).  Daguerreotypes, All who wish for Likenesses, can obtain them by calling at Ballard’s Daguerrean Rooms, over M. A. Lindsley’s store.                         

The eight advertisement appeared on October 9, 1851 in the Hannibal Journal and Western Union (Hannibal, Missouri).  Daguerreotypes.—Call at J. Ballard’s rooms.  He is “A No. 1” Artist.

The ninth advertisement ran from October 9 to 23, 1851 in the Hannibal Journal and Western Union (Hannibal, Missouri).  Daguerreotypes Taken in all weather, and in the best city style, at Ballard’s Daguerrean Rooms over the “Great Western.”  Hours for operating, from 8, A. M., until 5, P. M.  Bring the children after dinner.

N. B.—An extra Camera for sale cheap, or exchange for good property.        

The tenth advertisement ran from October 9 to 23, 1851 in the Hannibal Journal and Western Union (Hannibal, Missouri).  Portraits And Likenesses copied with exactness; Landscapes taken, and Invalids waited on at their residences.  Also likenesses of deceased persons taken.

Call at Ballard’s Daguerrean Rooms, over the “Great Western.”

The eleventh advertisement ran from October 23 to December 11, 1851.  Hannibal Journal and Western Union (Hannibal, Missouri).  Daguerreotypes at One Dollar & Fifty Cents, at Ballard’s Daguerrean Rooms, Which will be kept open for two weeks longer.  Correct likenesses taken, colored to suit customers, and inserted in Lockets, bracelets, rings and pins.  All are invited to call and improve the opportunity.

N. B. Clubs of ten taken at One Dollar Each!                                   

The twelfth advertisement ran from December 18, 1851 to January 1, 1852 in the Hannibal Journal and Western Union (Hannibal, Missouri).  Christmas Is Coming! And now is the time for all who desire the likeness of themselves or friends, to call at Ballard’s Daguerrean Rooms, where they are taken correctly, in either cloudy or pleasant weather, for only one dollar and fifty cents.

All are invited to call and improve the opportunity.

N. B. Clubs of ten taken at One Dollar Each.

The fourteenth advertisement ran From January 1 to 15, 1852 in the Hannibal Journal and Western Union (Hannibal, Missouri).  Daguerreotypes for Ten Days Longer, at Ballard’s Daguerrean Rooms, Which will be kept open for ten days longer.

The fifteenth advertisement ran from February 26 to March 1852, 1852 in the Hannibal Journal (Hannibal, Missouri).  Daguerreotypes for Ten Days Longer, at Ballard’s Daguerrean Rooms, Which will be kept open for ten days longer.

J. Ballard is not recorded in other photographic directories.