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Hawes, Charles Ebenezer

Daguerreotypes, , , , , , , , ,

C. 1841           Address Unknown, West Cambridge, Massachusetts.

C. 1841           Address Unknown, Greenfield, Massachusetts.

1842                Address Unknown, Northampton, Massachusetts.

1842                Crandell’s Block, Taunton, Massachusetts.

1842                Address Unknown, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1843                Tallman’s Block, Union Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1843                110 Union Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1845                105 Union Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.[1]

1845                Rooms over the Post Office, Nantucket, Massachusetts.

1848                Liberty Hall, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1849-1852       Liberty Hall, Purchase Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1853-1854       Liberty Hall, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1853                Address Unknown, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1855                Corner of Purchase and William Streets, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1856                50 Purchase Street, corner Williams Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1859                Purchase Street corner Williams Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1860                Address Unknown, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1860                Purchase Street corner Williams Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1842 October 4.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  October 3, 1842, Vol. LVII, No. 6, Whole No. 4000, P. 3.

Letters remaining in the Post Office, Northampton, Mass., Oct 3, 1842…

Charles E. Hawes…

1842 December 7.  Taunton Whig.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  December 7, 1842, Vol. X, No. 52, P. 2. 

Photographic Miniature Rooms—Crandell’s Block.  Directly over Mr. Cooper’s Dressing Room, entrance from either street, Up Stairs.

C. E. Hawes, would respectfully announce to the ladies and gentlemen of this town, that he has taken the above rooms, for the purpose of taking Miniatures, by a new and beautiful process, never before exhibited here.  Those who are desirous of procuring an exact resemblance of themselves, or friends, in a few moments sitting will be waited upon as above, or if required, at their residences, should a number desire it.  His prices reasonable, and perfect satisfaction given or no pay exacted.  Specimens may be seen at the Bookstores or at his rooms.

1843 June 28.  New Bedford Register.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  June 28, 1843, Vol. V, No. 26, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Pictures.  The perfection to which the remarkable discovery of Daguerre has already been carried, is among the most beautiful triumphs of modern art.  pictures by means of the Daguerreotype are now produced in a few seconds, unsurpassed for truthfulness, and scarcely equalled in beauty by the efforts of the most skiful pencil.  We have had opportunities of examining many of these pictures, done at various establishments and by various of the most eminent professors in the art, but we have never examined any superior to those produced by Mr. Hawes, at his room, Tallman’s Block, Union St.  They have a clearness and distinctness which contrasts very strikingly things palmed off upon the community as Daguerreotype pictures, by the ignorant pretenders who have, heretofore opened their studios here, and taken in the public instead of taking their miniatures.  These pictures are also more durable than is generally supposed.  Mr. Hawes exhibits a number at his rooms produced some years ago, which are as perfect as when new.  Added to all their other excellencies the perfect likeness which is obtained by the Daguerreotype renders these pictures particularly valuable.  We cannot do our friends a better service than advise them to call at Mr. H’s. rooms, and examine the specimens which may there be seen.  

1843 August 4.  New Bedford Mercury.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  August 4, 1843, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 5, P. 3.

For Three Weeks Only!  Hawes Daguerreotype Photographic Miniatures, Taken At Rooms No. 110 Union St. New Bedford Price—from $3.50 to $5.00, Two persons in one Picture, $6.00.

Ladies and gentlemen are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens of this new and beautiful art.—All persons desirous of procuring exact likenesses of themselves or friends, can have an opportunity of so doing, and in a style, which, for durability, neatness of execution, and correct delineation of feature, is unsurpassed by any other method.

Advertisement was recorded on August 4 & 11, 1843.

1843 September 22.  New Bedford Mercury.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  September 22, 1843, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 12, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Pictures.  We are apt to set little value on what costs little.  Yet nothing is more absurd.  Nothing is more striking, the world over, than the difference between the intrinsic value of things and the labor producing them.  It is a distinguishing characteristic of genius, that what it elicits at a stroke is the most brilliant and admirable.  This is emphatically true in the art of painting.  The recent invention in engraving the imitation of statuary, is done by machinery.  The engravers tell us that they can set their machine at work on a head, go home to dinner, and when they get back fine the piece finished.  Daguerreotype pictures come within the range of these remarks.  They are done in a minute and yet they are not only perfect likenesses and true to nature, but have all the delicacy of miniature beauty.  The portraits are not only free from affectation, but have all the grace and ease of nature.  Neither are they wanting in the poetry of painting.  All that is necessary is to feel pleasantly and the expression will be pleasant.  These remarks have been drawn forth by an inspection of Hawes’ Daguerreotypes, at No. 110 Union street.  His short stay is giving him his hands full of employment.

1845 May 27.  New Bedford Mercury.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  May 27, 1845, Vol. VII, No. 22, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Picture Gallery.  No. 105 Union St.—New-Bedford.  C. E. Hawes & Co. give notice to their friends and the public, that they have fitted up a Room expressly for a Public Exhibition Room, where all are invited to call and examine their beautiful specimens, that were taken with their new and improved apparatus.  They have also fitted an Operating Room, which enables them to take Miniatures at all times of the day, and as well in stormy and cloudy weather as in fair.  They have arranged the light so as to give them great advantage over all Daguerreotype artists.  It enables them to give to their pictures just such a shade as the sitter may prefer.  They will color their pictures if desired.

They keep always on hand, a large and splendid assortment of all kinds and sizes of Lockets, such as gold, gold plated, and gold washed.  Also, Morocco Cases and Rosewood Frames, &c., which will be sold very cheap, with or without a picture.

Mr. H. would say that they have Rooms over the Post office, at Nantucket, for the present.

No person is expected to pay for a picture, unless perfect satisfaction is given.

1848 September 29.  The New Bedford Mercury.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  September 29, 1848, Vol. XLI, Whole No. 2140, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—The Messrs. Hawes have now one of the best Daguerreotype establishments in the country.  Their enterprise, skill, and experience enable them to compete successfully with any artists in their profession.  Some of the finest specimens of the Daguerrian art ever produced may be seen in their picture gallery.

They have recently made great improvements in their establishment at Liberty Hall.  The picture gallery has been elegantly fitted up and furnished.  A new operating room has been built for the , containing both a side light and a sky-light, which can be used separately, or in conjunction with each other.  In planning their operating room they have consulted with the most distinguished members of their profession as to the best method of constructing it, and have adopted all the improvements, and combined all the excellencies, found in any establishment.

The sky-light, (which by the way, is the only one in this city,) is truly a great improvement.  The light striking from above is much more equally diffused over the person  of the sitter, than it is in the old method of operating.  It gives a rich mellow tone to the picture surpassing in beauty the finest engraving.  The finest countenance retains all its transparency of complexion and delicateness of expression.  The eye, so difficult in some persons to be taken well by the old method of operating, can be taken perfectly.  A much more pleasant and life like expression can be obtained by the sky-light than by the side or front light.  A side light, or a front light, is painful to the eye—hence that scowl and stern expression observable in most daguerreotypes.  The sky-light admitting the light from above, throws the eye partially into shade, and by relieving it from the strong glare, obviates that defect. 

Pictures can be taken by the sky-light free from that heavy shade on one side of the face, which is objectionable to some—and still blending sufficient of light and shade to please an eye of correct artistic taste.  One of the great excellences of the sky-light is its power of producing a perfect harmony of light and shade.

In taking groups of persons the sky-light possesses a very great superiority over a side or front light.

1848 November 1.  Independent Press.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  November 1, 1848, Vol. 1, No. 2, P. 4.

Daguerreotype Gallery.  The subscribers would call the attention of the public to their Daguerreotype Establishment at Liberty Hall, in which great improvements have recently been made.  A new operating Room with a large sky-light constructed on the most approved scientific principles has been built expressly for their use.  The Sky-light (the only one in this vicinity) enables them to take Pictures in a style superior to any before taken in New Bedford.  With it they can operate with great certainty and accuracy in all kinds of weather and take groups of individuals—embracing both children and adults—in any number that may be desired.  They have spared no cost in furnishing their establishment with the Best Apparatus And All The Improvements In The Daguerrian Art.

A new and powerful Instrument has been imported for taking Groups and large Pictures.  Paintings and Pictures of all kinds copied without reversing.  Constantly on hand a good assortment of Gold Lockets, Cases, Frames, Plates and Chemicals, which they will furnish to operators at the lowest cash prices.  Pictures Taken At Reduced Prices.

The Public are invited to call and examine their specimens in the Picture Gallery, and the improvements in the Operating Room.  C. E. Hawes & Brother, Liberty Hall, New Bedford, at the Corner of Purchase and William Sts.

1850 November 22.  The New Bedford Mercury.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  November 22, 1850, Vol. XLIII, Whole No. 2352, P. 2.

Improved Daguerreotypes.—It will be seen by an advertisement in our columns, that Mr. Hawes, whose skill as a Daguerreotypist is well known in this community, has introduced an improvement in the art by which the distinctness of the pictures are decidedly improved and the glare from the metallic surface is materially obviated.   The effect of this improvement may be seen at his rooms, at Liberty Hall.

1852 June 12, Before.  Engraving in C. Steele’s Collection.

Engraving of Rowland R. Crocker, Born April 8th, 1770 Died January 12th, 1852.  Engraved by J. C. Buttre, New York after a Daguerreotype by Hawes, New Bedford, Mass.

1853 May 4.  The Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  May 4, 1853, Vol. IV, No. 67, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—The finest specimens of daguerreotypes we ever saw were taken by C. E. Hawes, at Liberty Hall.  He has recently made great improvements in the art.  No one takes better or more life-like pictures.

1854 November 17.  The Taunton Democrat.  (Taunton, Massachusetts.)  November 17, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XXIII, No. 46, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 18, P. 1.

Fire In New Bedford.—A serious fire occurred in New Bedford, on Thursday morning, the 9th inst.—It commenced about 5 A. M. in the south side of Liberty Hall, and was caused by a lamp in transparency, front of a restorateur [sic.] in the lower part of the building.  Liberty Hall was consumed and the following occupants were suffers by the fire…C. E. Hawes, daguerrean, loss $600—insured…

1855 May 30.  The Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  May 30, 1855, Vol. VI, No. 89, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.  Charles E. Hawes has reopened his Daguerreotype Operating Rooms and Exhibition Gallery, opposite his old stand, in the new building corner of Purchase and William streets.

Arrangements have been made for taking Pictures equally as well in stormy days as in fair.

The public are invited to examine his various Pictures in the Daguerrean Art, and their continued patronage respectfully solicited.

P. S.  Especial attention given to copying Pictures of all descriptions.   j13.

1855 October 4.  American Traveller.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 4, 1855, Vol. XVII, No. 39, P. 1.

Agricultural Fairs.  Reported For The Traveller.  Bristol County Agricultural Exhibition.  New Bedford, Sept. 26,  The annual Exhibition of the Bristol County Agricultural commences here to-day…

At Mechanics’ Hall are exhibited Domestic Manufactures and Fancy Articles.  A. B. (sic.) King of Taunton, exhibits some very good daguerreotypes; Charles E. Hawes of New Bedford, some good ones also, and some fine Photographs…

1857 January 9.  New Bedford Mercury.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  January 9, 1857, Vol. L, No. 19, P. 2.

Portraits Of Rev. Dr. Peabody.—At the Daguerreotype establishment of Mr. Hawes, corner of Purchase and William streets, may be seen some excellent likenesses of the Rev. Dr. Peabody.  One is from an admirable Crayon portrait (a side view) and the other is a daguerreotype from nature.  We can speak very favorably of the fidelity of these pictures, as excellent portraits of our lamented friend and former pastor and as such, those who want a correct likeness of Dr. Peabody should call on Mr. Hawes and see them.

1857 August 7.  New Bedford Mercury.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  August 7, 1857, Vol. L, No. 1, P. 1.

The Daguerreotype Art.—The public are not generally aware of the amount of skill, and judgement required to produce a good picture in this comparatively new and valuable department of the fine arts.  A correct likeness of a near and dear friend, is one of the most valuable of possessions; and on the other hand, an untrue picture is exceedingly repulsive.  We wish the correct lineaments of our friend’s face, and nothing more, nor less.  To ensure this [a] through knowledge, and long practice in the art is required.

Great improvement has been made in this art since its discovery, and it has now arrived to a degree of perfection, which its most sanguine admirers little expected a few years ago.

Among the enterprising young men who adopted this now and tasteful pursuit, Mr. Chs. E. Hawes, who has been for sixteen years engaged in it in New Bedford, was one of the earliest.  From a long intimacy with the art, Mr. Hawes has become one of the most skillful and successful artist in this country; in fact, we know of no one more so.  His likenesses in Ambrotype are the most elegant and artistic of any we have seen—they stand out like medallions, and the likeness has a most impressive and life like effect.  No artist, so far as the writer of this notice is aware, has paid so much attention to the light and shade of his pictures—so that the right complexion of the person shall be represented, and a soft and agreeable tone given to the likeness.

Many people suppose that any person can take a good likeness.  This is by no means the case.  Great care and skill are required, not only in the taking the likeness, but in the chemical operation thereafter, to develop the picture.  The greatest care, attention, and skill, and herein imperatively necessary.

In all these most important requisions (sic.) Mr. Hawes has for many years shown himself highly qualified.  We do not hesitate to say, that his pictures will bear a favorable comparison with those of the best artist in this or any other land.

Mr. Hawes is a native of Framingham, Mass., and with true New England sagacity, became one of the earliest to interest himself in his art.  Himself and a brother, both farmers, and mechanics, started with a machine of their own construction at West Cambridge—thence our fellow townsman went to Northampton, Greenfield, and other places having obtained from every reliable source, all the information that could be afforded in Boston and New York, by the advocates of Mons. Daguerre’s discovery.  In the year 1841, Mr. Hawes came to New Bedford, and during his sixteen years experience has devoted himself unremittingly to his profession.  Mr. Hawes attends personally to his business, assisted by Mr. Lowden, one of the most faithful and intelligent operators in the business.

In conclusion we would state as a matter of justice to this excellent artist, as well as the public. That Mr. H. not only was the first to introduce the Daguerreotype into New Bedford, but also that elegant and improved style of the art, the Ambrotype.  In this department of his business he took the First Prize at the Bristol Co. Fair two years since.

1858 October 26.  Whaleman’s Shipping List and Merchant Transcript.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  October 26, 1858, Vol. XVI, No. 33, P. 2.

Ship Harvest, of Nantucket, 360 tons, has been purchased by Charles E. Hawes, Esq., of this city and will hereafter hail, and be continued in the whaling business from this port.  She will not be fitted until next spring.

1859 July 8.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  July 8, 1859, Vol. X, No. 111, P. 3.

Lost or left by mistake, in Mr. Hawes’ Daguerreotype Saloon, a nice Lace Cape.  Any one having taken said Cape or having it in their possession, are requested to leave it at 86 Middle street, without delay.

1859 November 15.  Whaleman’s Shipping List and Merchant Transcript.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  November 15, 1859, Vol. XVII, No. 36, P. 2.

Sale Of Ships.—Ship Draper, of this port, with all her whaling gear, has been purchased by Charles E. Hawes, and will probably be continues in the whaling business, and fitted next spring.

1860 February 11.  The Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  February 11, 1860, Vol. X, No. 297, P. 2.

Fires…A little before six o’clock this morning fire was discovered in the daguerrean rooms of Mr. Charles E. Hawes, in the second story on the building on the north-east corner of William and Purchase streets.  The firemen rallied promptly, and though the fire had gained considerable headway it was confined to that portion of the building.  Mr. Hawes had a large stock of material on hand which was almost wholly destroyed.

The first floor was occupied by Messrs. Little & Allen, dealers in carpeting.  Their stock was all removed, sustaining but a trifling damage.  The building is owned by Mr. Allen and Mr. Hawes.  Mr. H. had an insurance on his portion of the building, but Mr. Allen was uninsured.  The building was valued at about $1200, the damage to which will not exceed $200.  The stock of Mr. Hawes was insured for $1200 through J. S. Tillinghast, which will cover his loss.

1860 February 18.  The Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  February 18, 1860, Vol. XI, No. 4, P. 2.

Insurance Settled.—We understand that Mr. Joseph S. Tillinghast has settled the claims for insurance on the damage by fire…  The claim for damage to Mr. Hawes’ building on the corner of Purchase and William street, has also been adjusted to the satisfaction of all parties.

1860 May 5.  The Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  May 5, 1860, Vol. XI, No. 69, P. 2.

Good Pay vs. Bad Pay.—Mr. Editor:—Having had some “fiery trials” and practical experience attendant thereon, in settling with the various Insurance Companies from whom I have obtained Policies of Insurance, I deem it a pleasing duty to refer to the subject through your columns.  In 1855, my property was destroyed by the burning of the old Liberty Hall building.  I held a policy thereon for which I paid the premium, and as far as I know, complied with the rules and regulations of the Company.  At the proper time I presented my claim, expecting the loss to be paid with the same promptness and cheerfulness with which I paid the premium, but judge of my surprise to have my claim rejected!  And after months of anxiety and hope deferred, I consulted a legal adviser, whose recommendation was, that rather than have a vexatious law suit I should take up with their offer,—it being a sum less about what it would cost to prosecute my claim in a Court of Justice.  This I was obliged to do, and this I learn has been the experience of several in this city since.

In contrast with the above I will further state that in February last I was again  unfortunate in having my property enveloped in the flames, from which very little was saved.  This time I was fortunate possessor of three policies of insurance, obtained through the agency of Mr. Joseph S. Tillinghast, one on my building, and two on my stock in trade.  The one on the building from the New England Fire and Marine Ins. Co., of Hartford, was paid immediately, and the two on stock in trade by the Springfield Fire and Marine, and the Western Massachusetts Ins. Co. were promptly paid when due.

The contrast in the treatment towards me in the two cases above alluded to is so great that I take great pleasure in recommending my friends and fellow citizens who may wish insurance on their buildings or goods, to the agency of Joseph S. Tillinghast, No. 58 North Water street, where they may expect to be honorably and fairly dealt with, and if unfortunately like myself, obliged to pass through the flames, may promptly and cheerfully expect a plaster as large as the burn, in the shape of a Draft on some good Insurance Company or Bank, which is the only known antidote for such sufferings.  Yours Truly, Charles E. Hawes.

1864 June 21.  Whaleman’s Shipping List and Merchant Transcript.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  June 21, 1864, Vol. XXII, No. 16, P. 2.

Ship Mary Wilder, of this port, 213 tons was sold at auction 18th inst. to Charles E. Hawes, of this city, for $7,125.

[1] A Directory Of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900.

Fales, Charles

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , ,

1848                22 Cheapside, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1849                22 Cheapside, New Bedford, Massachusetts.[1]

1852                62 Purchase, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1853-1855       62 Purchase Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1856                62 Purchase, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1859                Purchase & Elm, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1861-1862       62 Purchase Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1864                64 Purchase Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1865                64 Purchase, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1867                Purchase, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1848 May 19.  The New Bedford Mercury.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  May 19, 1848, Vol. XLI, Whole No. 2121, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures, Only One Dollar!  Mr. Fales respectfully gives notice that he has fitted up a suit of rooms in elegant style, and is prepared to take Daguerreotype Likenesses, not to be surpassed by any in this part of the country, (no excepting those having a “Miniature Steam Engine,” Mr. F. invites an examination and comparison of his Pictures with those of any other establishment.

Thankful for the very liberal patronage he has heretofore received, he hopes by strict attention to business to merit approbation of the public.  Charles Fales, No. 22 Cheapside, opposite City Hall.

N. B.  All descriptions of Lockets and Cases always on hand, at low prices.

Advertisement ran from May 19 to June 16, 1848.

1848 October 20.  The New Bedford Mercury.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  October 20, 1848, Vol. XLI, Whole No. 2143, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Likenesses For One Dollar.  The subscriber respectfully informs his friends and the public that he has procured one of the most powerful and complete Instruments for taking Likenesses to be found in any establishment in this part of the country.—His Rooms have been fitted with all the improvements necessary for taking Correct and Beautiful Pictures.  Every article made use of in the business, such as Plates, Cases, Frames, Chemicals, &c. constantly on hand, at very low prices.  Charles Fales, No. 23 Cheapside, Opposite City Hall. 

1853 February 22.  Whaleman’s Shipping List and Merchants Transcript.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  February 22, 1853, Vol. XI, No. 51, P. 2.

Charles Fales’ Daguerrian Gallery at 62 Purchase street, is as good a place as any in the city for securing a life-like miniature.  Captains, mates, boatsteerers and seamen who would like to leave their memory behind them, should visit Mr. Fales, who will see to it that they are remembered in their absence.

1853 February 22.  Whaleman’s Shipping List and Merchants Transcript.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  February 22, 1853, Vol. XI, No. 51, P. 3.

Charles Fales, Daguerrian Gallery, No. 62 Purchase St., New Bedford, Mass.  The Subscriber having one of the most convenient Galleries in New Bedford furnished with Superior Apparatus, Machinery &c., is furnishing Daguerreotypes that Cannot Be Surpassed By any in the world, in Quality, Cheapness, and Durability.

Portraits taken of any size required, and at prices varying from $1 to $10, each.

Persons about going to sea, who wish a faithful and durable picture of themselves or friends, are invited to call at 62 Purchase street.  Charles Fales.

Advertisement ran from February 22, 1853 to February 20, 1855.

1853 November 1.  The Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  Novemberv 1, 1853, Vol. IV, No. 221, P. 2.

Robbery.—The Daguerreotype establishment of Mr. Charles Fales, in Chase’s Block, 62 Purchase street, was broken into, last night, and robbed of lockets and other articles to the amount of $75.  There is good reason to believe that there is an organized gang of burglars among us.  They should be ferreted out.

1861 November 19.  The Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  November 19, 1861, Vol. XII, No. 235, P. 3.

Photographic Art Gallery.  Call and examine the fine specimens in Photography which are now being produced at the rooms of Charles Fales, No. 62 Purchase street.  They are Pictures which speak for themselves without any of the unnecessary puffing now in vogue with many artists.

1862 April 4.  The Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  April 4, 1862, Vol. XIII, No. 41, P. 2.

Fire On Purchase Street.—The alarm of fire about half past four o’clock yesterday morning was caused by fire being discovered in the three story wooden building corner of Purchase and Elm streets,  The Hall in the third story is occupied as an armory of the Home Guard organization, and it being used for drill the evening before it is supposed the fire must have caught from cigar stumps being thrown into a spit-box filled with saw-dust.  The fire burnt through the floor into a room occupied by Miss. Raymond, dress maker, whose apartment ware badly damaged both by fire and water.  The firemen were promptly on the spot, and floods of water were poured into the building, more damage being done by water than fire.  The second floor was occupied by Dr. Spencer, and Charles Fales, ambrotypist…

1862 December 24.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  December 24, 1862, Vol. XIII, No. 265, P. 2.

Charles Fales, of this city, who enlisted in the jones Guards, has returned, having been discharged for disability.

1864 August 27.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  August 27, 1864, Vol. XV, No. 165, P. 2.

No Deception.  Photographs!  Photographs!  1 doz. Carte de Visite Pictures for the low price of $2—half doz. For $1, taken at 64 Purchase st., and warranted to be equal to any taken in the city.  Clubs of 25 can have eight pictures for $1.

Now is the chance for persons wanting pictures to get them at a low price, for the next sixty days.  Chas. Fales.

1864 October 26.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  October 26, 1864, Vol. XV, No. 219, P. 2.

Photographs!  Photographs!  No Rise in the Price of Carte de Visite Pictures.  I will warrant as good Pictures for $2 per dozen as an taken in the city at higher prices.  $1 for six; $2 per dozen.  Charles Fales, 64 Purchase.

[1] A Directory Of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900.

Dunshee, Edward S.

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

1844                Rooms at the Brick House, corner of Pleasant Street, Middlebury, Vermont.

1853-1857       3 Pleasant Street, corner South Main, Fall River, Massachusetts.[1]

1856-1859       30 Purchase Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1860                Address Unknown, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1860-1864       30 Purchase Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1868-1890       3 Tremont Row, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1871-1873       1051 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1876-1879       58 Temple Place, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1879-1895       1330 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.[2]

1886-1887       7 Tremont Row, Boston, Massachusetts.2

1891-1895       4517 Franklin Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.2

1844 August 7.  The Northern Galaxy.  (Middlebury, Vermont.)  August 7, 1844, Vol. IX, No. 14, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Mr. E. S. Dunshee respectfully informs the citizens of Middlebury, that he has taken rooms and set up his apparatus for taking Daguerreotype Miniatures, at the Brick House on the corner of Pleasant St., recently occupied by J. Gordon, and will remain there a few days where he will be happy to exhibit to the ladies and gentlemen of Middlebury, specimens of his work and render such information as may be desired.

N. B.  Copies of paintings, engravings &c., are taken by the same process.  Also the natural color shall be given to Miniatures by another process.  Instruction given, and apparatus furnished on reasonable terms. 

Advertisement ran from August 7 to 21, 1844.

1856 April 10.  The New Bedford Mercury.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  April 10, 1856, Vol. XLVIII, Whole No. 2532, P. 3.

E. S. Dunshee Gallery Of Patent Ambrotypes and Photographs, 30 Purchase Street.  Where you can be sure of obtaining as fine a Likeness as any Rooms in the State.  Those who have (mostly unreadable couple of lines.)  getting a good Picture.  I would invite to call, and if I do not satisfy [then] my work shall be given gratis.  Having had 13 years experience and practice in the Daguerrean Art.  I feel confident that all work [issued] from my establishment shall not be [surpassed.]

N. B.—The above Pictures can be taken in any style, set in frames, Cases and Lockets, of any desirable size, and furnished at such prices as to be within the reach of all.  Particular attention paid to copying Daguerreotypes and taking miniatures of small children.

Photographs taken from [$10 per dozen to $10.00 each, and colored by the best artist if desired.  The public are respectfully invited to call and examine a large collection of superior [specimens], whether in want of pictures or not.  Instructions given in the above arts.  30 Purchase street  E. S. Dunshee, Artist

1858 November 15.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  November 15, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 233, P. 2.

Dunshee’s Gallery of Beautiful Ambrotypes.  Also Photographs, And all other styles of Likenesses, worth looking for.  Prices From 25 Cents To 10 Dollars.

Just received, a splendid lot of new Cases and Frames, some of which are decidedly beautiful.  Those who are desirous of having their Ambrotypes or Photographs taken at Dunshee’s Gallery should be sure to call at No. 30 Purchase street, where the finest specimens of the art are on exhibition, and of superior finish and beauty.  Also warranted a better Likeness than is made at any other gallery in this city.  Remember, No. 30 Purchase street.  E. S. Dunshee, Artist.  aug28. 

Advertisement was recorded on November 15, 1858, and from January 1 to February 19, 1859.

1858 November 15.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  November 15, 1858, Vol. IX, No. 233, P. 2.

Photograph Frames.  Those having Photographs of Rev. Mr. Whitney can have them neatly framed at a small expanse, by calling at Dunshee’s Gallery No. 30 Purchase st.  aug28.

Advertisement was recorded on November 15, 1858, January 1 to February14, 1859.

1859 January 4.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  January 4, 1859, Vol. IX, No. 274, P. 2.

The Photographic portraits of the officers and members of Engine Co. No. 5, 50 in numbers with a view of the engine, taken by Dunshee, arranged on a large sheet and enclosed in a neat frame, are on exhibition for a few days in the window of Henry J. Taylor & Co., on Purchase street.  Thet are to be presented to [ ? ] Engine Co. No. 1, of Waterford, N. Y.

1859 February 21.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  February 21, 1859, Vol. X, No. 6, P. 2.

Dunshee’s Gallery of Beautiful Ambrotypes.  Also,—Photographs, And all other styles of Likenesses, worth looking for.  Prices from 50 cts. to 10 Dollars.

Just received, a splendid lot of new Cases and Frames, some of which are decidedly beautiful.  Those who are desirous of having their Ambrotypes or Photographs taken at Dunshee’s Gallery, should be sure and call at No. 30 Purchase street, where the finest specimens of the art are on exhibition, and of superior finish and beauty.  Also warranted a better Likeness than is made at any other gallery in the city.  Remember, No. 30 Purchase street.  Those having Photographs of Rev. Mr. Whitney can have them neatly framed at a small expense by calling at E. S. Dunshee, Artist.

Advertisement ran from February 21 to April 8, 1859.

1859 April 9.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  April 9, 1859, Vol. X, No. 46, P. 2.

Imperial Photograph and Ambrotype Gallery, At No. 30 Purchase Street.  Mr. Dunshee having completed his arrangements is now prepared to furnish to all who wish Photographs and Ambrotypes, in the largest sizes, and finished in India Ink or colors.

Having imported from Paris one of the largest Cameras ever made, he will warrant his Pictures on these sizes to be as fine as those made in New York or Boston, and at prices 50 per cent less.  An opportunity is now offered to procure near home those pictures which heretofore customers have been obliged to get in other places.

Mr. D. has recently purchased a large assortment of Frames, Fancy Cases, Passepartouts, &c., which he invites the public to call and examine. 

Grateful for past favors he hopes by careful attention to business, and by always endeavoring to give a superior picture to merit a conuance (sic.) of the public patronage.

Don’t Forget the Place.  Sign Of The Big Camera, No. 30 Purchase Street.  E. S. Dunshee, Artist.

Advertisement ran from April 9 to May 31, 1859.

1859 June 1.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  June 1, 1859, Vol. X, No. 81, P. 2.

Dunshee’s Photograph and Ambrotype Gallery.  No. 30 Purchase Street.  Mr. D. who stands at the head of his profession, will guarantee to the public that he will continue to hold out better inducements than ever.  Instead of letting the public run their chances for pictures, he will give Ambrotypes in nice Velvet Lined Cases, For Only 50 Cents!  And warrant all his pictures to be perfect in every respect.

Photographs of all sizes from $3 per dozen to $20 each.  Mr. Dunshee employs one of the first India Ink workers in the State, therefore can get up finer Photographs than any other room in the city.  The public are respectfully invited to call and see for themselves before purchasing elsewhere.

Old Daguerreotypes.  Particular attention paid to copying old Daguerreotypes of deceased friends or others to any desired size.  Each picture warranted perfect as a likeness and superior in style and finish.  Mr. D. having the most complete set of instruments an excellent light and the Largest Camera in the city, is prepared to do all kinds in his line in a manner unsurpassed by the best artist in any city in the Union.

Picture Frames.  Double and Single cases of all desirable kinds and latest patterns kept constantly on hand and sold at prices which defy competition.  Gallery No. 30 Purchase Street.  E. S. Dunshee, Artist.

Advertisement ran from June 1 to December 31, 1859.

1860 January 5.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  January 5, 1860, Vol. X, No. 265, P. 2.

The attention of our readers is called to the advertisement in the special notices, of Mr. Dunshee, whose reputation as an artist is well known in this city.  He is sti;ll ready to take ambrotypes and photographs in the highest style of the art, for the proof of which any one has but to call at his rooms and see specimens,

1860 January 5.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  January 5, 1860, Vol. X, No. 265, P. 2.

True Facts, And Facts Worthy Of Being Known.  Everybody Proclaims It, That Dunshee’s Ambrotypes and Photographs are beyond all question the best made in this city.  Their immense sale and universal popularity attest their excellence.

Anybody Who may have one of his Pictures will convinced of the above facts.

Nobody Will doubt their superiority over others, and any one desiring a fine Likeness should not fail to call at his Gallery.  No. 30 Purchase Street. 

Old Daguerreotypes copied into Photographs, and made superior to the original picture, at No. 30 Purchase st.  E. S. Dunshee, Artist.

Advertisement ran from January 5 to

1864 February 20.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  February 20, 1864, Vol. XV, No. 6, P. 2.

Inducements to the Uninformed!  E. S. Dunshee Informs the public in general that he can and will take all styles of Pictures, Ambrotypes, Photographs, and Card Visites, from the smallest up to life size, as low as at any other Rooms in the city.  Also , Card Visites from Negatives for $2 and $2.50 per dozen—please bear in mind.

Frames of all styles and sizes, constantly on hand.

Gallery No. 30 Purchase street.  E. S. Dunshee.

1864 February 25.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  February 25, 1864, Vol. XV, No. 10, P. 2.

Notice.  I Hereby notify the public that I shall pay no bills contracted by any person, not even my wife, without my written permission.  E. S. Dunshee.

1864 March 29.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  March 29, 1864, Vol. XV, No. 38, P. 2.

E. S. Dunshee has not sold out nor has he left town, but can be found at his rooms, 30 Purchase street, and all who wish their card visites or any other style of picture, can be accommodated at as low price as at any other room in this city.

1873-1876 in partnership with his son in the firm of Edward S. Dunshee & Son (E. Byron Dunshee) Principals in the firm include 1882-1887 Fred F. Dunshee, 1882-1884 Frederick J. Needham, 

[1] A Directory Of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900.

[2] Directory of Pennsylvania Photographers 1839-1900

Channing, William H.

Daguerreotypes, ,

1850                30 Purchase Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1850 May 22.  Daily Evening Standard.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  May 22, 1850, Vol. 1, No. 80, P. 3.

Splendid Daguerrean Pictures.  Mr. William H. Channing takes this opportunity to notify the citizens of New Bedford and vicinity that he has taken Rooms at No. 30 Purchase Street, (over Nathan Chase’s dry goods store,) where he is prepared, for practicing the Daguerrean Art, and he pledges himself to furnish the public with as good Pictures as can be produced in this or any other city, at prices ranging from $1 to $12.

Also, Lockets, Frames, &c. &c. constantly on hand and for sale.

His Instruments are particularly adapted for taking Children.

Mr. Channing respectfully invites the public to call at his Rooms, and he guaranties to all who may favor him with a sitting, that perfect satisfaction will be given.  Ap26.  Wm. H. Channing.

Bryant, Philander

Daguerreotypes, ,

1841                57 Union Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

1841 August 20.         New Bedford Mercury.  (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  Vol. XXXV, No. 7, P. 3. 

New Bedford Daguerreotype Rooms, No. 57 Union Street, (Over the Store of Maj. J. H. Collins) Mr. Bryant having availed himself of the tuition of the most celebrated Professor of Photography in New England in taking Miniatures, Views, &c. has the satisfaction of announcing to his fellow citizens that he is fully prepared to give beautiful specimens of this most wonderful art.  Specimens of the Daguerreotype can be seen at the rooms of Mr. B. that cannot be surpassed by any artist, except such as may have availed of the same opportunities and experience.  His instruments are of the most perfect kind, manufactured expressly for the celebrated Studio of Professor Darling, of Boston, with whom arrangements are made for the supply of every thing requisite in the art.  A perfect Daguerreotype portraiture is the only means of treasuring the semblance of Nature’s dearest objects and affections—and the fair sex is Nature’s choicest model of the beautiful—ladies, therefore are particularly invited to call and examine the beautiful results of this wonderful discovery.

Seamen also, who are about to depart on long voyages, cannot leave a more acceptable testimonial of affection to a dear friend than an exact transcript of their person, which can be produced in less than one minute at the rooms of Mr. B.

As this establishment is intended to be permanent, a few pupils can be instructed, where they may remain for a longer or shorter time—suiting their own convenience—by which means they can satisfy themselves of their competency in the art.  Terms moderate.  Also apparatus, and other articles necessary in the art, can be furnished on the same terms as at the Studio of Professor Darling, in Boston.

All communications—post paid—directed to P. Bryant, no. 57 Union Street, will be punctually attended to.

Advertisement ran from August 20, 1841 to September 10, 1841.

Briggs, Jesse

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

1853                Address Unknown, Barnstable, Massachusetts.[1]

1856                30 Purchase Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1 

1856-1862       123 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1860-1866       Address Unknown, Chelsea, Massachusetts.1

1867                137 Broadway, Chelsea, Massachusetts.1

1868-1870       139 Broadway, Chelsea, Massachusetts.1

1871                Address Unknown, Chelsea, Massachusetts.1

1872-1873       182 Broadway, Chelsea, Massachusetts.1

1874-1882       Address Unknown, Chelsea, Massachusetts.1

1853 March 4.  Yarmouth Register.  (Yarmouth Port, Massachusetts.)  March 4, 1853, Vol. XVII, No. 13, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—Our friends in Barnstable will do well to give Mr. Briggs a call.  He is a superior artist, and has taken a great many portraits with good success, in this place.

1853 March 11.  Yarmouth Register.  (Yarmouth Port, Massachusetts.)  March 11, 1853, Vol. XVII, No. 14, P. 3. 

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  “These beautiful representations of the human face, traced by Nature’s own hand in beams of Light, are ever the most pleasing remembrances of kindred and friends.”

The subscriber will be at Barnstable, for a few weeks, for the purpose of taking Daguerreotype Miniatures of various qualities and prices.  Single, or in groups, in any kind of weather, and warranted not to change or fade.

His Pictures will be executed in the highest style of the art, and neatly set in cases, frames, lockets, rings. Pins, bracelets, &c.

He has been at great pains to investigate and apply scientifically the chemical principles of this wonderful art, and to furnish himself with apparatus of the greatest perfection.

His saloon being furnished with both sky light and side light, he can give to his Miniatures any variety of light and shade desirable.

Portraits, Daguerreotypes, Paintings, or Engravings of any kind, copied, buildings and landscapes taken, and deceased or sick persons taken at their residence if desired.

The most suitable time for young children is between the hours of 11 and 2, of clear weather.  J. Briggs.

1856.  History of Boston, From 1630 to 1856.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  P. 50.

Ambrotype Gallery, 123 Washington Street, Boston.  Jesse Briggs.

The “Ambrotype,” (unchanging, &c.) Is taken upon fine plate glass; an indestructible cement is then poured upon the picture, and another plate of glass pressed upon it.  The cement soon hardens, and the two plates in effect become one, with the picture in the centre, as permanent as the glass itself, and will remain unchanged for ages.  They can be taken in one quarter the time of Daguerreotypes, and of any size They are not reversed; can be seen in any light: hence are very suitable for frames, lockets, and pins.  Daguerreotypes can be copied in this permanent style, either larger or smaller than the originals.

Rights For Sale, And instructions given, in Cutting’s Patent Ambrotype and Mezzograph Process.

1856 March 20.  Dover Enquirer.  (Dover, New Hampshire.)  March 20, 1856, Vol. XXIX, No. 43, P. 3

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  The only place in Washington Street where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained, is at Briggs & Knapp, 123.

Advertisement ran from March 20 to April 17, 1856.

1856 March 22.  New Hampshire Statesman.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  March 22, 1856, Vol. XXXV, No.1815, P. 3.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  The only place in Washington Street where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained, is at Briggs & Knapp, 123.

Advertisement ran from March 22 to April 26, 1856.

1856 March 26.  The Middlebury Register.  (Middlebury, Vermont.)  March 26, 1856, Vol.  XX, No. 49, P. 3.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  The only place in Washington Street where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained, is at Briggs & Knapp, 123.

Advertisement ran from March 10 to June 14, 1856.

1856 March 27.  Rockland Gazette.  (Rockland, Maine.)  March 27, 1856, Vol. 11, No. 13, P. 3.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  The only place in Washington Street where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained, is at Briggs & Knapp, 123.

Advertisement ran from March 27 to April 17, 1856.

1856 May 10.  Vermont Phoenix.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  May 10, 1856, New Series—Vol.  2, No. 19, P. 4.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  The only place in Washington Street where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained, is at Briggs & Knapp, 123.

Advertisement ran from May 10 to June 14, 1856.

1856 May 15.  Green-Mountain Freeman.  (Montpelier, Vermont.)  May 15, 1856, Vol. XIII, No. 21, P. 3.  New Series No. 21.

We refer any of our readers in want of a genuine Ambrotype to the advertisement of J. Briggs, in another column,—being the only place on the Street where the genuine are taken.

1856 May 15.  Green-Mountain Freeman.  (Montpelier, Vermont.)  May 15, 1856, Vol. XIII, No. 21, P. 3.  New Series No. 21.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  The only place, on Washington street, where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained is at J. Briggs.  123.

1856 June 13.  Vermont State Banner.  (Benningham, Vermont.)  June 13, 1856, Vol. XVI, No. 15, Whole No. 795, P. 3.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  The only place, on Washington street, where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained is at J. Briggs.  123.

Advertisement ran from June 13 to July 11, 1856.

1856 September 18.  Dover Enquirer.  (Dover, New Hampshire.)  September 18, 1856, Vol. XXX, No. 17, P. 3

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  123 Washington St., Boston, The only place on the street where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained, J. Briggs, (Successor to J. H. Cutting.)

Advertisement ran from March 20 to April 17, 1856.

1856 September 19.  Vermont State Banner.  (Benningham, Vermont.)  September 19, 1856, Vol. XVI, No. 29, Whole No. 809, P. 3.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  123 Washington St., Boston, The only place on the street where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained, J. Briggs, (Successor to J. H. Cutting.)

Advertisement ran from September 19 to October 17, 1856.

1856 September 25.  Green-Mountain Freeman.  (Montpelier, Vermont.)  September 25, 1856, Vol. XIII, No. 40, P. 3.  New Series No. 40.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  123 Washington street Boston.  Only place, on Washington street, where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained.  J. Briggs, (successor to J. A. Cutting.)

1856 September 26.  Ellsworth American.  (Ellsworth, Maine.)  September 26, 1856, Vol. II, P. 3.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  123 Washington street Boston.  Only place, on Washington street, where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained.  J. Briggs, (successor to J. A. Cutting.)

Advertisement ran from September 26 to November 14, 1856.

1856 October 1.  Bellows Falls Times.  (Bellows Falls, Vermont.)  October 1, 1856, Vol. 1, No. 9, P. 4.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  123 Washington street Boston.  Only place, on Washington street, where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained.  J. Briggs, (successor to J. A. Cutting.)

Advertisement ran from October 1 to 22, 1856.

1856 October 2.  National Eagle. (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  October 2, 1856, Vol. XXII, No. 51, P. 2.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  123 Washington street Boston.  Only place, on Washington street, where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained.  J. Briggs, (successor to J. A. Cutting.)

Advertisement ran from October 2 to October 16, 1856.

1856 October 4.  New Hampshire Statesman.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  October 4, 1856, Vol. XXXVI, No. 1844, P. 3.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes, 123 Washington St., Boston.  The only place, on the street, where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained.  J. Briggs, (successor to J. A. Cutting.)

Advertisement ran five times from October 4 to November 29, 1856.

1856 November 4.  Christian Mirror.  (Portland, Maine.)  November 4, 1856, Vol. XXXV, No. 14, Whole No. 1782, P. 3.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  123 Washington St., Boston.  The only place, on the street, where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained.  J. Briggs, (successor to J. A. Cutting.)

Advertisement ran from November 4 to December 2, 1856.

1856 November 7.  Vermont State Banner.  (Benningham, Vermont.)  November 7, 1856, Vol. XVI, No. 36, Whole No. 816, P. 3.

Cutting’s Patent Ambrotypes.  123 Washington St., Boston, The only place on the street where these unrivalled pictures can be obtained, J. Briggs, (Successor to J. H. Cutting.)

Advertisement ran from November 7 to December 12, 1856.

[1] A Directory Of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900.

C. E. Hawes

Daguerreotypes, , , ,

1842                Crandell’s Block, Taunton, Massachusetts.

1845                105 Union Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.[1]

1848-1852       Liberty Hall, Purchase Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1853                Address Unknown, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1856                50 Purchase Street, corner Williams Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1859                Purchase Street corner Williams Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

1860                Address Unknown, New Bedford, Massachusetts.1

Charles E. Hawes was recorded in two advertisement. The first advertisement appeared on December 7, 1842 in the Taunton Whig (Taunton, Massachusetts).  Photographic Miniature Rooms—Crandell’s Block.  Directly over Mr. Cooper’s Dressing Room, entrance from either street, Up Stairs.

C. E. Hawes, would respectfully announce to the ladies and gentlemen of this town, that he has taken the above rooms, for the purpose of taking Miniatures, by a new and beautiful process, never before exhibited here.  Those who are desirous of procuring an exact resemblance of themselves, or friends, in a few moments sitting will be waited upon as above, or if required, at their residences, should a number desire it.  His prices reasonable, and perfect satisfaction given or no pay exacted.  Specimens may be seen at the Bookstores or at his rooms.

The second announcement appeared on November 1, 1848 as C. E. Hawes & Brother (1848-1853) in the Independent Press (New Bedford, Massachusetts.)  Daguerreotype Gallery.  The subscribers would call the attention of the public to their Daguerreotype Establishment at Liberty Hall, in which great improvements have recently been made.  A new operating Room with a large sky-light constructed on the most approved scientific principles has been built expressly for their use.  The Sky-light (the only one in this vicinity) enables them to take Pictures in a style superior to any before taken in New Bedford.  With it they can operate with great certainty and accuracy in all kinds of weather and take groups of individuals—embracing both children and adults—in any number that may be desired.  They have spared no cost in furnishing their establishment with the Best Apparatus And All The Improvements In The Daguerrian Art.

A new and powerful Instrument has been imported for taking Groups and large Pictures.  Paintings and Pictures of all kinds copied without reversing.  Constantly on hand a good assortment of Gold Lockets, Cases, Frames, Plates and Chemicals, which they will furnish to operators at the lowest cash prices.  Pictures Taken At Reduced Prices.

The Public are invited to call and examine their specimens in the Picture Gallery, and the improvements in the Operating Room.  C. E. Hawes & Brother, Liberty Hall, New Bedford, at the Corner of Purchase and William Sts.

C. E. Hawes is recorded in other photographic directories, the new information is that he was active in 1842 in Taunton, Massachusetts.

[1] A Directory Of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900.

Ira S. Negus

Ambrotypes, , ,

1856                50 Purchase Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.[1]                                            1858                Rooms over J. E. Negus Store, Nichols’ Brick Building, Middlebury, Vermont.    1858                Rooms over Sol Parker’s Bookstore, Middlebury, Vermont.                                        1859                134½ Union Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.[1]                                                                        1865                Address Unknown, New Bedford, Massachusetts.[1]                                                                        1867-1873     60½ Purchase Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.[1]

Ira S. Negus was recorded in two advertisement in The Middlebury Register. (Middlebury, Vermont).  The first advertisement ran from February 10 to March 17, 1858.  A New Ambrotype Room!  Negus’s Gallery of patent Ambrotypes!  The finest display of Specimens in the Ambrotype Art are to be seen at Negus’s Gallery, where none but the Genuine Ambrotypes Are made, and at such prices as the public may demand.  All work executed by me is warranted second to none in this town or State.  Knowing I have the best facilities for producing the most pleasing Likenesses, I can safely say to all who are in want of a Superior Picture, to call and examine my work before engaging elsewhere, and I will guarantee to please all who may want a superior made Picture.  My assortment of Fancy Cases And Frames is complete, and will be sold as cheap as at any other gallery in the State.  The Patent Or Folding Ambrotype Is a durable picture, and will remain unchangeable in any climate.

An invitation is extended to all who may wish to examine the beauties of the Ambrotype Art.  Rooms over J. E. Negus’s Store, Nichols’ Brick Building, south end of the Bridge.  Ira S. Negus.

The second advertisement ran from May 12 to July 21, 1858.  Excelsior Gallery!  I would call the attention of my friends and the public to the Ambrotype Rooms, Over Sol Parker’s Bookstore.  Where Pictures will be executed in as good style and finish, and at prices lower than at any other Ambrotype Room in this village.

Having had several years experience in an Ambrotype Room where there was a small sky light, twenty-four by thirty feet, I think I am competent to use a Sky light in Middlebury.  I have fitted up my Rooms in a very neat style, but not gaudy.

I have been to great expense to make a very large Sky Light, by which I can take large groups, and also have light enough To Take A Child In Three Seconds.

My assortment of Plain and Fancy Cases, Frames and Gold Lockets, is all that the public can demand.  Please call and examine specimens and get a good Ambrotype if you desire one.  Ira S. Negus.

Ira S. Negus is listed in other photographic directories as being active in New Bedford, Massachusetts.

[1] Information from A Directory of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900.

G. W. J. Hawes

Daguerreotypes, , , ,

1845                Over the Post Office, Nantucket, Massachusetts.                                                                1845                105 Union Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.                                                                1846                Over Mr. Orison Adam’s store, Nantucket, Massachusetts.                                          1847                Over Frederick Gardner & Co store, Nantucket, Massachusetts.

G. W. J. Hawes appeared in three advertisements and one announcement in the Nantucket Inquirer (Nantucket, Massachusetts). The first advertisement was recorded on May 12, 1845.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  G. W. Hawes has taken Rooms over the Post Office; where he will remain a few days, for the purpose of taking likenesses—colored, or not, as persons may prefer.  Charge for likeness and the setting, $2,50.

Mr. H. having had long experience in the business, is prepared to give the most fastidious perfect satisfaction, or no sale.

Miniature settings, such as gold, plated, and washed lockets, always on hand.  He would also give notice that he is permanently located at 105 Union street, New Bedford, where he or his partner will be happy to wait upon their patrons in the best style.  May 5.

The announcement appeared on July 26, 1845. Miniatures By Daguerreotype.  G. W. Hawes has returned to the Island and taken rooms over the old Post Office, where he will remain a few days—Persons can have a likenesses taken, with or without coloring as they may prefer, and warranted to suit them, or they are not expected to take them.  Price $2,50.  A variety of washed, plated, and gold Lockets always on hand. 

The second advertisement appeared on April 22, 1846 and ran from April 22 to July 1, 1846. Miniatures.  G. W. J. Hawes Has returned to the Island again and taken rooms over Mr. Orison Adam’s store and is now prepared to wait on any who may call.  Having procured the new and improved apparatus, he is prepared to take Miniatures in the best style, colored if they choose, and set them in a good case, for $1,50.  Pictures set in Lockets for $3,25, and $3,50.  A great variety of washed, plated, and gold Lockets, always on hand.  a10.

The third advertisement appeared on May 14, 1847.  Daguerreotype Miniatures.  G. W. J. Hawes respectfully inform the inhabitants of Nantucket, that he has taken rooms over Frederick Gardner & Co.’s store.  Persons wishing Miniatures can now procure them in style and finish unsurpassed by any.  Long practice enables him to take Pictures of any style or coloring desired.

Pictures taken in cloudy weather as well as in fair.  Also, children of any age, and family groups of four or eight persons taken on one plate.  Lockets and Miniature Settings always on hand.

Those visiting New Bedford, will find us permanently located at Nos. 1 and 3, Liberty Hall, corner of Purchase and William streets.  m19.  G. W. J. Hawes & Co.

G. W. J. Hawes is not recorded in other photographic directories. A Directory of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900 does list  Charles E. Hawes in 1845 in New Bedford at 105 Union Street but G. W. J. does not appear in the city directory.