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Crobaugh, Samuel

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

1850                Rooms at Franklin House, Fremont, Ohio.

1852-1853       6 Ontario Street, Cleveland, Ohio.

1855                106 Superior Street, Cleveland, Ohio.

1858                3d Story, No 4 Ontario Street, Cleveland, Ohio.

1859                Opposite the Post Office, Cleveland Ohio.

1848 November 2.  Daily Commercial Register.  (Sandusky, Ohio.)  November 2, 1848, Vol. 1, No. 164, P. 2.

The Messrs. Crobaugh Would respectfully announce to the citizens of Sandusky City and vicinity, that they propose opening an Academy For Dancing, At the Exchange, where the purpose teaching all the different styles of fashionable dancing.

Hours of Instruction….from 6 o’clock till 10 P. M.

Terms—for a gentleman, privileged with two ladies, for a course of 12 lessons, in Quadrilles.  Gallopades, Waltzing, &c….$6.00.

Class in Polkas, Polka Quadrilles, Mazurkas, including the different styles of Waltzing…$10.00.

One half to be paid at the fourth lesson, and the remainder at the expiration of eight lessons.

Class in Quadrilles, &c. to commence November 20th.

Gentle wishing instructions, are requested to leave their names at the Exchange.

Messrs. C. will also give a series of Soirees, at the Exchange, between the hours of 6 and 11 P. M., commencing Nov. 24th, and to continue semi-monthly for a term of three months.

Music for Assemblies—at private or public houses, will be furnished at the shortest notice by S. and J. Crobaugh.

Recommendation.  After an acquaintance with Messrs. S. and J. Crobaugh, I believe them to be gentlemen, and know them to be competent tearchers in all the fashionable dances of the day; and as such, I most Cheerfully recommend them to the public.  L. V. Ballou, Prof. of Dancing.  

1850 November 30.  Fremont Weekly Freeman.  (Fremont, Ohio.)  November 30, 1850, Vol. II, No. 38, P. 3.

Messrs. Crobaugh Would most respectively announce to the People of Fremont and vicinity, that they are prepared to execute Daguerreotypes, By the late Paris Process, entirely superior to any taken by the old Process.  It will be seen that these Pictures possess a strength not inferior to the most celebrated Oil Paintings, yet possessing all the beauties of light and shade that can be found in the finest lineal engravings.  These Pictures are also made indelible, by the Patent Gilding, which gives them that peculiar and beautiful tone, which is seen in no other.  In fact, their beauty is past description.  Persons must examine them, to be able to judge of their perfection.  The subscriber has also a variety of the richest

Daguerrean Stock, Of their own selection.  Persons visiting this place, on business or pleasure, should not neglect this rare opportunity of obtaining for themselves and friends, these inestimable mementoes.

P. S. Messrs. C. are also prepared to give instructions to any who may wish to embark in this fascinating vocation, which meets the most favorable approbation and patronage from all possessed of cultivated taste and refinement.

Inexperienced operators can receive instructions in the art of making different kinds of Accelerators, Patent Gilding and general improvements.—Also,

Galvanic Batteries Furnished, with instructions.  All of these are indispensably necessary to compete with artists possessing the above facilities.

Miniatures set in Pins, Rings, Ladies’ Bracelets; &c.  Also, Daguerreotypes and Oil paintings copied with accuracy.  The subscriber will remain in this place a few months only.  Their Rooms may be found at the Franklin House.  Fremont Nov. 30, 1850.

Advertisement ran from November 30 to December 28, 1850.

1850 November 30.  Fremont Weekly Freeman.  (Fremont, Ohio.)  November 30, 1850, Vol. II, No. 38, P. 2.

Cotilion Parties.  Messrs. Crobaugh takes this method of notifying the citizens of Sandusky and adjoining counties, that they have located in Fremont for the coming winter, and are prepared to furnish Music to dancing parties on the most favorable terms.  Fremont. Nov. 30, 1850.

Advertisement ran from November 30 to December 28, 1850.

1850 December 5.  The Daily Sanduskian.  (Sandusky, Ohio.)  December 5, 1850, Vol. 3, No. 192, P. 2.

Quadrill Band.  Orders from the surrounding country for Music will receive prompt attention at Fremont.  S. & J. Crobaugh.

1852 August 20.  Morning Daily True Democrat.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  August 20, 1852, Vol. 6, No. 204, P. 2.

Crobaugh’s Daguerrean Rooms, No. 6, Ontario street, Cleveland, Ohio.  Where but very few moments are required to encase Likenesses in any of the various styles of the art in a manner that cannot fair to give satisfaction.  From his long experience as a Daguerrean, and his present unrivalled facilities, (having the largest and most available Sky and Side Light in the city,) Mr. C. respectfully solicits the public generally, in the city and country to call, and be satisfied that they cannot get cheaper and better pictures in any particular, in this or any other city.

Don’t mistake the place—entrance adjoining Stair’s Seed store.

Advertisement ran from August 20 to October 17, 1853.

1852 August 20.  Morning Daily True Democrat.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  August 20, 1852, Vol. 6, No. 204, P. 3.

We would call attention to Crobaugh’s New Daguerrean Rooms, No. 6 Ontario street.  He has obtained every thing requisite for his profession, and is well able to attend to the wants of his customers; give him a trial, and then if you are not satisfied, you will be hard to please.  Don’t forget the place and don’t forget to call and examine specimens at least.

1852 December 8.  Morning Daily True Democrat.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  December 8, 1852, Vol. 6, No. 290, P. 2.

Crobaugh’s Quadrille Band—Will attend private or public parties in the city or country, with any required Musicians.  S. Crobaugh Conductor.

Residence No. 40 Garden street—During business hours at his Daguerrean Room, No. 6 Ontario street.

1852 December 9.  Daily Forest City Democrat.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  December 9, 1852, Vol. 7, No. 2434, P. 3.

Crobaugh’s Daguerrian Gallery is still in the Delamater block, corner of Public Square and Ontario street, and we are happy to say is receiving its usual patronage—an extensive one.  If you want a life like picture, one that won’t fade, this is the place to go for it sure.

1853 January 4.  Daily Forest City Democrat.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  January 4, 1853, Vol. 7, No. 2443, P. 3.

The music so highly spoken of at the Lake Captain’s Ball, at Brighton, on New Year’s, was furnished by Crobaugh’s well known band.

1858 July 7.  Cleveland Morning Leader.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  July 7, 1858, Vol. 12, No. 162, P. 3.

Crobaugh’s Ambrotype Rooms, 3d Story, No. 4 Ontario Street.—Yesterday, by invitation, we called on this distinguished artist.  Mr. C. has furnished his spacious apartments with all the latest improvements of this enlightened and progressive age.  His camera is one-fourth larger than the largest in town, and it is through its magical influence that lovers of the fine arts are induced to call on him and get accurate pictures of themselves.  Their sons and daughters, hearing the news, are equally anxious to get similar likenesses.  His light and shading apparatus are well adapted to the requirements of taking all sized Ambrotypes, which when finished, are in point artistic execution authentic duplicates, being equal to the best in the western country; and in securing the “shadow ere the substance fades,” we are confident he can do it to the entire satisfaction of all who will favor him with their patronage.

1858 October 18.  Cleveland Daily Plain Dealer.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  October 18, 1858, Vol. XIV, No. 247, P. 3.

Crobaugh’s Pictures.—Samuel Crobaugh is taking fine pictures at his rooms in Hoffman’s Block.  He is an artist of rare abilities and his apparatus is of the first order.  Specimens of his skill may be seen at his rooms.  Persons wishing good likenesses of themselves would do very well in calling on Crobaugh.

1858 December 14.  Cleveland Morning Leader.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  December 14, 1858, Vol. 12, No. 305, P. 3.

Holiday Presents.—The citizens of Cleveland may not all be aware of the important fact that Crobaugh continues to take first class likenesses at greatly reduced prices to suit the times.  Nevertheless, those who are not posted in reference to this establishment can be convinced by calling at his large suite of Ambrotype Rooms, where they will find Mr. C. in Readiness awaiting to receive his numerous patrons and visitors.  See entrances leading to them, corner of Ontario street and the Square.  Likewise near Stair House Seed Store.—We believe it is readily admitted that a thing of beauty is a joy forever, and we do not know of anything more beautiful than a perfect duplicate of your own dear friends and relations, acquaintances, &c.  Such a present at the coming holidays would be highly prized.  Call and examine specimen pictures soon, as Christmas and New Years are close at hand.

1859 March 21.  Cleveland Daily Plain Dealer.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  March 21, 1859, Vol. XV, No. 65, P. 2.

Photographs of all Kinds At Crobaugh’s Gallery, opposite the Post Office, Executed by J. W. Green, late of J. F. Ryder’s Gallery.

Photographic and Stereoscopic Views of Ohio Scenery Constantly on hand and for sale.  Also Stereoscopic Heads and Family Groups Made to order on reasonable terms. 

Advertisement ran from March 21 to April 20, 1859.

1859 April 16.  Cleveland Daily Plain Dealer.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  April 16, 1859, Vol. XV, No. 88, P. 2.

Great Excitement!—Thirty-seven citizens held in custody at the United States Court Room, opposite Crobaugh’s Gallery, in the Hoffman Block, where can be had at all hours, Green’s famous Photographs and Stereoviews of Ohio Scenery.

1859 May 4.  Cleveland Daily Plain Dealer.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  May 4, 1859, Vol. XV, No. 103, P. 3.

By the way, who is “the successful and talented artist, J. M. Green,” who the paper says took the Photograph?

The above appears in the Leader’s notice of Frank Leslie’s last Newspaper, which contains admirable likenesses of the Oberlin Rescuers, taken in the Jail-yard by Mr. Green.  Mr. Green does the photographing at Crobaugh’s gallery, in Hoffman’s Block, and is an unsurpassed artist.  His stereotypes have been particularly admired for their beauty and vivid naturalness, and the compliment paid him in Frank Leslie’s Newspaper is entirely deserved.

1859 September 10.  Cleveland Morning Leader.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  September 10, 1859, Vol. 13, No. 217, P. 3.

Put-In-Bay Eclipsed.—The crowd going there will be large and all will probably enjoy themselves and return home much delighted with what they have seen and heard, but just witness the rush to Crobaugh’s ambrotype rooms where fathers, mothers, sisters and brothers, beaus, belles, and beauties go to get truthful likenesses at unprecedented low prices.  His rooms are spacious and pleasantly situated on the corner of Ontario street and the public square, opposite the Old Court House.  Mr. C. pays strict attention to calls from his patrons and visitors, invariably superintending the taking of pictures himself.  This is one of the grand secrets of his great success,  He employs none but the scientific workmen to assist him and uses none but the very best of chemicals.  By so doing he is decidedly successful.  He has one of the largest cameras in Northern Ohio, that never fails to insure an accurate representation of features in all kinds of weather.  Go to his gallery and sit for your picture, after which you will advise all your friends to follow suit.

1859 September 27.  Cleveland Morning Leader.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  September 27, 1859, Vol. 13, No. 231, P. 3.

“ Look On This Picture, And On That.”—This was the language of Hamlet to his loyal mamma, according to W. Shakespeare, Esq.  It is now supposed that this remark was made while they were on a visit to S. Crobaugh’s Art Emporium, opposite the Post Office.

Advertisement ran on September 27 & 28, 1859.

1859 October 18.  Cleveland Morning Leader.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  October 18, 1859, Vol. 13, No. 249, P. 3.

Photographs.—No person in this city can get up a finer Photograph than Samuel Crobaugh, opposite the Post Office.  Call and see him.

1890 October 9.  Cleveland Plain Dealer.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  October 9, 1890, Vol. 48, P. 8.

Samuel Crobaugh Dead.  The Ranks of the Pioneers Thinned by the Death of a Remarkable Man—A Photographer in the infancy of the Art and No Mean Musician.

Another Pioneer is gone.  Samuel Crobaugh diid at 10:30 a. m. yesterday at his residence, No. 1035 Bolton avenue, aged 72 years.  Mr. Crobaugh came to this city from the interior of the state nearly forty years ago.  He was a pioneer in photography and in the early days took daguerreotypes in a small building on the corner of Ontario street and the Public square.  Mr. Crobaugh was no mean musician and an expert performer on the violin.  Late in life he married a Miss Hawes, who with one son, Samuel Crobaugh, Jr., aged about 22 years, survives him.  His funeral will occure at his residence at 10:30 a.m. Saturday.   

1890 October 9.  Cleveland Plain Dealer.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  October 9, 1890, Vol. 48, P. 3.

Died.  Crobaugh—Oct. 8, 1890, Samuel Crobaugh, in his 72d year.

Funeral services at residence, 1035 Bolton av., Saturday, Oct 11, at 10:30 a. m.

1890 October 10.  The Cleveland Leader.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  October 10, 1890, Vol. 43, No. 283, P. 5.

Died.  Crobaugh—Oct. 8, 1890, Samuel Crobaugh, in his 72d year.

Funeral services at residence, 1035 Bolton av., Saturday, Oct 11, at 10:30 a. m.

1890 October 11.  The Cleveland Leader.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  October 11, 1890, Vol. 43, No. 284, P. 5.

The Death List.  The following deaths were reported at the health office yesterday…

Samuel Crobaugh, No. 1035 Bolton avenue, aged seventy-two years, pneumonia.

1890 October 12.  The Cleveland Leader.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  October 12, 1890, Vol. 43, No. 285, P. 5.

The Funeral of Samuel Crobaugh.  The funeral of the late Samuel Crobaugh took place yesterday at his late residence, No. 1035 Bolton.  Mr. Crobaugh was an old citizen of Cleveland, and in his long residence here he made many friends who were present at his funeral and showed their respect for his memory by numerous touching tributes.  He was one of  the pioneer daguerreotype artists of this city, and was for years well known to the Cleveland public.  He was a man of a very amiable, kindly, and generous disposition and few persons have lived to his age—seventy-two years—and remained through all circumstances the same cheerful and unruffled temper.  All who knew him deeply mourned his death, and while the immediate members of his family were overcome with grief, there were many sad faces and eyes wet with tears among the attendants at his funeral.  The funeral services were very touching and simple.  Rev. F. L. Hosmer read appropriate selections from the Scriptures and made a few fitting and touching remarks.  The remains were deposited in the vault at Woodland Cemetery.  The Pall bearers were H. M. Addison, J. Blackburn, and E. D. Stark. Mr. Crobaugh leaves a wife, a son, Professor Frank Crobaugh, chemist of the Stewart Iron Works, of Sharon, Pa., a sister, Mrs. Mary Woodworth, and his brother, Daniel Crobaugh.

1890 October 14.  Cleveland Plain Dealer.  (Cleveland, Ohio.)  October 14, 1890, Vol. 48, P. 5.

The Widow and son of the late Samuel Crobaugh have been appointed joint administrators of his estate with a $500 bond.

H. A. Smith

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, , , ,

1855-1856       Rooms in the Buckeye Hall Buildings, Opposite the Post Office, Fremont, Ohio.

H. A. Smith was recorded in five advertisements in the Fremont Journal (Fremont, Ohio).  The first advertisement ran from December 7 to 21, 1855.  Fremont Picture Gallery.  H. A. Smith, Daguerreotypist, Respectfully informs the citizens of Fremont, and vicinity, that he has opened a suit of rooms, in the building known as the “Buckeye Hall Building, nearly, ” opposite Messrs. S. Buckland & Co.’s Drug Store, where intends operating in the Daguerreian and Ambrotype Business.  He has a fine Sky-Light, together with a large Side-Light, fitted in expressly for his own benefit, and under his own directions.  You will find them just suited for the purpose designed.

Pictures taken in Rainy or Cloudy Weather as well as in Clear.  Children’s Pictures taken in Clear Weather in two seconds.  Patrons may rest assured of getting Perfect Miniatures.

His charges will be reasonable.

To the Aged—to those in Middle Life—to the Young—All, now have an opportunity of obtaining “Choice Lights of Remembrance,” to gladden the future, and more especially so, should Death remove the beloved ones from sight.  His services can be had at any time by those wishing to obtain Likenesses of Deceased or Sick persons.

Hours for Children, from 9 A. M., to 2 P. M., Clear weather.  Rooms Adjoining Dr. Parker’s Dental Office, and directly opposite Roberts & Sheldon’s Hardware store.  H. A. Smith.  Fremont, Ohio.

N. B.—Instruction given in Daguerreotyping, Ambrotyping, Pencil Drawing and Oil Painting.  H. A. S.                                                                          

The second advertisement ran from December 28, 1855 to March 28, 1856.  Good News!  Smith, the new Daguerreian, is now taking those fine Ambrotypes, of which, “you read of.”  They are just The thing—they combine durability with beauty, distinctness with softness of tone, and the color of life without the aid of the painter, they can be seen through the glass and are not reversed, like the daguerreotype.

You can see them in any light.  They are free from the polish of the silver plate, and Cannot Be Defaced.  They are impervious to water, air or acid, and will last for Ages Unimpaired.

You are invited to call and look at them, at the New Gallery in Buckeye Hall Building. H. A. Smith.   

The third advertisement appeared on  January 25, 1856.  Only Fifty Cents!!  You can get at the New Gallery opposite the Post Office, Fremont, a good Daguerreotype Likeness, for Fifty Cents! or a fine Ambrotype, one that is beautiful and life-like, and imperishable, for One Dollar.  Call early, as the Artist’s stay in town is limited to a few weeks.  Now is the time to get Good Pictures, and no mistake.  Children’s pictures taken in two seconds.  Copying neatly executed.  Hours for children, from 9 a. m. to 2 p. m., clear weather.  Adults pictures taken in any weather.  All work Warranted good, or no charge.  Oil Paintings, and fine French Engravings, beautifully framed, for sale.  H. A. Smith.

The fourth advertisement appeared on February 22, 1856.  Only Ten Days!  Pictures On Glass For One Dollar!!  Don’t forget the place.  Rooms in “Buckeye Hall Building,” opposite the Post Office, Fremont.  The Rooms will be closed the first of March.  The Artist leaves for Fostoria (or Rome) in a few days.

“First come, first served.  H. A. Smith, Artist.  Fremont, Ohio, February 22d, 1856.

The fifth advertisement appeared on April 18, 1856.  Fremont Picture Gallery.  I. B. Sharp, successor to H. A. Smith, respectfully informs the citizens of Fremont and vicinity, that he is still taking those Ambrotypes in the Rooms formerly occupied by Mr. Smith.  Pictures taken in Rainy or Cloudy weather as well as Clear.  Children’s Pictures taken in clear weather in two seconds!  Patrons may rest assured of getting perfect miniatures. 

Instructions given in Ambrotyping.  Terms, reasonable.  Rooms in Buckeye Buildings, opposite the Post Office.                                                                                               

H. A. Smith is not recorded in other photographic directories.

Sherer & Morse

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1858                Rooms in Sharp’s Block, Front Street, Opposite Post Office, Fremont, Ohio.

Sherer & Morse (Mrs. Sherer & Mrs. B. F. Morse)  were recorded in one announcement that appeared on November 26, 1858 in the  Fremont Journal (Fremont, Ohio).  Ambrotyping.  We don’t believe there is a man, woman, or child but what likes to look at a good picture, whether it be a landscape, comic, romantic, or the “human face divine.”  Madam Sherer and Mrs. Morse are now taking pictures in Sharp’s building opposite the Post Office, which we think will please all who will take time to examine them.  Madam Sherer is a newcomer here and if she can give our citizens satisfaction in the art, will remain.  Her pictures are very fine.—We advise our friends, particularly the ladies, to call at the rooms of Mrs. Sherer & Morse.

Sherer and Morse are recorded in other photographic directories as Shearer & Morse, and being active in 1859-1860 in Fremont, Ohio.

I. B. Sharp

Ambrotypes, ,

1856                Rooms in the Buckeye Hall Buildings, Opposite the Post Office, Fremont, Ohio.

I. B. Sharp was recorded in one advertisement that ran from April 18 to August 15, 1856 in the Fremont Journal (Fremont, Ohio).  Fremont Picture Gallery.  I. B. Sharp, successor to H. A. Smith, respectfully informs the citizens of Fremont and vicinity, that he is still taking those Ambrotypes in the Rooms formerly occupied by Mr. Smith.  Pictures taken in Rainy or Cloudy weather as well as Clear.  Children’s Pictures taken in clear weather in two seconds!  Patrons may rest assured of getting perfect miniatures. 

Instructions given in Ambrotyping.  Terms, reasonable.  Rooms in Buckeye Buildings, opposite the Post Office.                                                                                               

I. B. Sharp is not recorded in other photographic directories.

J. Safford

Daguerreotypes, ,

1850               Rooms at Franklin House, Up-Stairs, Fremont, Ohio.

J. Safford was recorded in two announcements and one advertisement in the Fremont Weekly Freeman (Fremont, Ohio).  The first announcement ran on July 13, 1850.  Daguerreotypes!  We direct the attention of our readers to the advertisement of J. Safford, in another column of this week’s papers.  We have examined some of the likenesses taken by him, and far as our judgment goes, we should pronounce them superior quality.  Call and examine for yourselves, and be satisfied.

The advertisement ran on July 13 and 20, 1850.  Daguerreotypes.  Daguerreian Likenesses, taken in all forms, and in the most approved styles by J. Safford, Rooms—At the Franklin House, up-stairs, Where he will remain a few days only.

The Ladies and gentlemen of Fremont and vicinity, are respectfully invited to call and examine his specimens.

The second announcement ran on July 20, 1850.  Daguerreotypes.  The man that takes Daguerreotypes “as is Daguerreotypes” is in town.  The ladies and gentlemen of Fremont, if they wish to get a picture taken right, had better put on their “fix-ups” and call on Mr. Safford at the Franklin House, up stairs.  He will remain but a few days, so you will do well

“To secure the shadow ere the substance fades.”

J. Safford is not recorded in other photographic directories.

Mrs. B. F. Morse

Ambrotypes, , ,

1858                Rooms in Sharp’s Block, Front Street, Opposite Post Office, Fremont, Ohio.

Mrs. B. F. Morse was recorded in an advertisement and announcement in the Fremont Journal (Fremont, Ohio).  The advertisement ran from September 10 to November 26, 1858.  Special Notice.  Mrs. B. F. Morse, Having taken the rooms formerly occupied by Dr. E. J. Conger, in Sharps Block, up-stairs, directly opposite the Post Office, Front street, which has been fitted up with all the fixtures necessary to carry on the Ambrotype Business, in all its varieties and styles.  Ladies and Gentlemen are requested to call and examine specimens.

The announcement appeared on November 26, 1858.  Ambrotyping.  We don’t believe there is a man, woman, or child but what likes to look at a good picture, whether it be a landscape, comic, romantic, or the “human face divine.”  Madam Sherer and Mrs. Morse are now taking pictures in Sharp’s building opposite the Post Office, which we think will please all who will take time to examine them.  Madam Sherer is a newcomer here and if she can give our citizens satisfaction in the art, will remain.  Her pictures are very fine.—We advise our friends, particularly the ladies, to call at the rooms of Mrs. Sherer & Morse.

Mrs. B. F. Morse is listed in Craig’s Daguerreian Registry as Mrs. Morse active in Fremont, Ohio in 1859-1860 in the partnership of Sherer & Morse.   

P. Maxwell

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1852-1853       Rooms in Buckland’s Block, Social Hall, Fremont, Ohio.

P. Maxwell was recorded in two advertisements in the Fremont Weekly Freeman (Fremont, Ohio).The first advertisement ran from October 9 to December 30, 1852.  Daguerreotypes!  P. Maxwell would respectfully announced to the citizens of Fremont and vicinity that he is now prepared to take Daguerreotype Miniatures, inferior to none, he therefore invites all who wish anything in his line to give him a call, as he feels assured that he can give satisfaction.  Also:  Those wishing Cutting done will find it to their advantage to give him a call.  Rooms in Buckland’s Block, Social Hall.

The second advertisement ran from January 27 to April 16, 1853.  Daguerreotypes!  P. Maxwell would respectfully announced to the citizens of Fremont and vicinity that he is now prepared to take Daguerreotype Miniatures, inferior to none, he therefore invites all who wish anything in his line to give him a call, as he feels assured that he can give satisfaction.  Also:  Those wishing Cutting done will find it to their advantage to give him a call.  Rooms in Buckland’s Block, Social Hall.

P. Maxwell is not recorded in other photographic directories.  Maxwell is possibly the Maxwell in the firm of Maxwell & Higgins who was active in Fremont in 1851.

Maxwell & Higgins

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1851                Rooms in Caldwell Building, Fremont, Ohio.

Maxwell & Higgins were recorded in one announcement and one advertisement in the Fremont Weekly Freeman (Fremont, Ohio).  The announcement appeared on May 31, 1851.  Paragraphs for all to read.  Maxwell & Higgins have opened a Daguerrean Gallery in the Caldwell building.  An excellent opportunity to obtain first rate likenesses.  See their advertisement in another column of the Freeman.

The advertisement ran from May 31 to August 2, 1851. Daguerreotypes!  Maxwell & Higgins Would respectfully announce to the citizens of Fremont and vicinity, that they are prepared to take Daguerrean Likenesses in all kinds of weather, and in a manner which cannot be surpassed by any.

Their apparatus new and of the best quality, Large size Camera which has been tested by one of the best operators in Cleveland.  Mr. Maxwell who will be the principal operator, has given his attention to the art for some time past and took lessons and operated with Mr. T. L. Kennan, also received additional instructions of Johnson & Fellows the most experienced and successful artists of Cleveland.  And has made arrangements so that he will receive immediately all improvements or new discoveries in the Art.

Rooms in the Caldwell Building a few doors south of Mr. Zieglers new store.

Maxwell & Higgins are not recorded in other photographic directories.  Maxwell is possibly P. Maxwell who was active in Fremont from 1852 to 1853.

T. L. Kennan

Daguerreotypes, ,

1851                Rooms In the 3d Story, Buckland’s Building, Fremont, Ohio.

T. L. Kennan was recorded in two announcements and one advertisement in the Fremont Weekly Freeman (Fremont, Ohio). The first announcement appeared on March 22, 1851. We direct the attention of our readers to the advertisement of T. L. Kennan, Esq., in another column.  He has taken rooms in the third story of Buckland’s Block, where can be seen some fine specimens of Daguerrean Art, nearly as large again as any ever taken in this place.

The advertisement ran from March 22 to 29, 1851.  Daguerrean Gallery.  Mr. T. L. Kennan, an experienced Daguerrean Artist, respectfully informs the citizens of Fremont, that he has opened a Daguerrean Gallery in the Buckland Block for a few days, where he is prepared to finish up Likenesses in a style far superior to any that has ever been taken in the place.  Whole families taken in one group.  Pictures put up in all manner of styles, and taken as well in cloudy weather as at any time.

Children Likenesses of almost any age taken perfectly in five seconds.

Mr. K., warrants all his work to give entire satisfaction, or no charge.  His prices shall be very low less than half what he has been accustomed to receive.  Those who wish likenesses taken are requested to call immediately, as he intends to make his visit in this place very short.

Ladies and gentlemen, and all lovers of the fine Arts are very cordially invited to call and examine specimens of his work.

The second announcement appeared on April 12, 1851.  Mr. Kennan desires us to say that he will remain in Fremont a few days longer, for the purpose of taking Daguerreotypes, and that those who wish to procure correct likenesses of themselves and friends, will do well to call immediately.

T. L. Kennan is not listed in other photographic directories as being active in Fremont, Ohio. Craig’s Daguerreian Registry does list a T. L. Kennan as being active in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, in 1849, it is unknown if they are the same person.

Higgins

Daguerreotypes, , , , ,

1851                Rooms in Caldwell Building, Fremont, Ohio.

Higgins of the firm Maxwell & Higgins was recorded in an announcement and an advertisement in the 1851 Fremont Weekly Freeman (Fremont, Ohio).  The announcement ran on May 31, 1851. Paragraphs for all to read.  Maxwell & Higgins have opened a Daguerrean Gallery in the Caldwell building.  An excellent opportunity to obtain first rate likenesses.  See their advertisement in another column of the Freeman.

The advertisement ran from May 31 to August 2, 1851 in the Fremont Weekly Freeman (Fremont, Ohio).  Daguerreotypes!  Maxwell & Higgins Would respectfully announce to the citizens of Fremont and vicinity, that they are prepared to take Daguerrean Likenesses in all kinds of weather, and in a manner which cannot be surpassed by any.

Their apparatus new and of the best quality, Large size Camera which has been tested by one of the best operators in Cleveland.  Mr. Maxwell who will be the principal operator, has given his attention to the art for some time past and took lessons and operated with Mr. T. L. Kennan, also received additional instructions of Johnson & Fellows the most experienced and successful artists of Cleveland.  And has made arrangements so that he will receive immediately all improvements or new discoveries in the Art.  Rooms in the Caldwell Building a few doors south of Mr. Zieglers new Store.

Higgins is not recorded in other photographic directories.  Maxwell is also not listed in other directories (as being active in Fremont).  P. Maxwell is recorded in two advertisements, the first  ran on October 9 to December 30, 1852 in the Fremont Weekly Freeman. The second advertisement ran on January 27 to April 16, 1853 in the Fremont Journal.  It is possible that they are the same person, but at this point it is only speculation. To complicate matters Craig’s Daguerreian Registry list an A. D. Maxwell as being active in Marietta, Ohio in 1853, which is about 197 miles away.  Craig list T. L. Kennan as being active in Oshkosh, Wisconsin on July 5, 1849.  It’s unknown if they are the same person or if he relocated to Ohio.  Johnson & Fellows are active in Cleveland in 1851.