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ca. 1849          Address Unknown, Ware, Massachusetts.1

1851                Rooms over the store of L. Demond, Ware, Massachusetts.

1852                Main Street, 2 Brick Block, Ware, Massachusetts.

1852-1853       Address Unknown, Ware, Massachusetts.1

1853                Hall’s Long Building, Brattleboro, Vermont.

1853                2 Crystal Palace, nearly opposite the Revere House, Brattleboro, Vermont.

ca. 1854          96 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.

1855-1856       2 Cutler’s Block, Brattleboro, Vermont.

ca.1856-1860  Address Unknown, Amherst, Massachusetts.1

1865                14 Phoenix Row, Amherst, Massachusetts.[1]

1866-1867       Union Block, Northampton, Massachusetts.

1867                Address Unknown, Amherst, Massachusetts.1

1868                14 Phoenix Row, Amherst, Massachusetts.1

1869                41 Phoenix Row, Amherst, Massachusetts.1

1871-1872       Address Unknown, Amherst, Massachusetts.1

1873                American House Block, Amherst, Massachusetts.1

1874-1893       Address Unknown, Amherst, Massachusetts.1

1895                American House Block, Amherst, Massachusetts.1

1896-1900       34 Main Street, Amherst, Massachusetts.1

1896-1900       Phoenix Row, Amherst, Massachusetts.1

1851 July 18.  Barre Patriot.  (Barre, Massachusetts.)  July 18, 1851, Vol. 8, No. 1, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  The people of Ware and vicinity who wish for a good likeness of themselves or friends, are respectfully invited to call at the Daguerrean Rooms over the store of L. Demond and examine specimens and prices which vary from fifty cts. to five dollars.  All are invited to call whether they intend to sit for a likeness or not.

Hours for operating from 8 A. M. until 6 P. M.

Cloudy weather preferable except for children.

In fair weather children will be taken in one second.—Miniatures put up in every style of the art, to suit customers.  Particular attention paid to copying pictures from Daguerreotypes or paintings, and taking sick or deceased persons at their residences.

Advertisement ran from July 18 to October 10, 1851.

1852 March 12.  Barre Gazette.  (Barre, Massachusetts.)  March 12, 1852, Vol. 18, No. 35, Whole No. 920, P. 3.

Now Is Your Time If You Wish For Good Daguerreotypes, Just Call At Lovelle’s Daguerrean Rooms.  The Pictures produced at these Rooms are not surpassed in this part of the country.  Here you will find a good variety of cases & Frames, of all kinds, from which to make a selection.  All who wish for pictures will do well to call without delay, as these Rooms will be opened, but a short time longer.

Particular attention is also payed to copying Daguerreotypes, or Paintings of all kinds, and taking Likenesses of sick or deceased persons at their residences.            J. L. Lovell.    

Advertisement was recorded eight times between March 12 to July 9, 1852.

1852 July 30.  Barre Gazette.  (Barre, Massachusetts.)  July 30, 1852, Vol. 19, Whole No. 931, No. 4, P. 3.

J. L. Lovell’s Daguerreian Gallery, No. 2 Brick Block, Main Street, Ware.  This Gallery having undergone extensive repairs, is now ready to receive the waiting Public, being complete in all its arrangements.  The Oblique Sky //light, combined with a beautiful Side Light, proves beyond a doubt, to be the best arrangement of Light that can be had, producing an effect of Light and Shade, in no other way attainable; throwing out the impression from the background in bold relief, imparting great Beauty and Life-=like expression to the whole features—and, in fact, producing Pictures of Unrivaled beauty and brilliancy of tone.

Pictures will be put up in all the various Styles of the Art; such as Frames, Cases, Lockets, Pins, Ring Keys, &c. &c.

A great variety of Fancy Frames And Cases, constantly on hand—and all those wishing for Family Groups, are particularly invited to call and examine our large size Frames and Cases, with Group Matts, it being a New and Beautiful way of obtaining Groups, which cannot fail of giving entire satisfaction to all.

Daguerreotypes and Paintings, or any thing which will admit of Copying, will be taken by a New Process, recently discovered by the Operator, by which he is enabled to produce Copies which are very much better than those produced by the old method.  This Process needs but one trial to be appreciated above all others.

All are respectfully invited to call and examine Specimens, whether they intend to sit fo a Likeness or not, assuring them that the Work will speak for itself.

Pictures of the sick or Deceased, taken at their Residences at all times when desired.

Instructions given in the Art.

He warrants perfect satisfaction to all.

The Operator solicits a share of the Public Patronage.  J. H. Lovell, Artist.  Ware, July 16, 1852.

Advertisement was recorded four times between July 30 to September 10, 1852.

1852 November 5.  Barre Gazette.  (Barre, Massachusetts.)  November 5, 1852, Vol. 19, No. 18, Whole No. 945, P. 4.

J. L. Lovell, Daguerreotypist, Rooms No. 2, Brick Block, Main Street, Ware.  Pictures of Unrivalled Clearness and Distinctness taken at all times without regard to weather.

Perfect Satisfaction Given Or No Charge.                                                    

1853 January 26.  Windham County Democrat.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  January 26, 1853, Vol. XVII, No. 16, P. 3.

Daguerreotyping, The subscriber would respectfully give notice to the inhabitants of Brattleboro and vicinity that he has taken the rooms formerly occupied by J. H. Spear for the purpose of taking and putting up Daguerreotypes in all the various styles of the art, such as Rings, Pins, Lockets, cases, frames, &c., &c.

All who feel interested in this beautiful art, and especially those who wish to obtain a perfect and pleasing Daguerreotype Likeness of themselves or friends, are respectfully invited to give him a call, and secure one or more of those Beautiful Mementoes of Life, ere it shall be too light.  The pictures taken by the subscriber, for the richness and softness of tone, the clearness and distinctness of the expression of the eyes, are not surpassed by any.

Daguerreotypes and Paintings of all kinds, copied in the very best manner.  Perfect satisfaction given or no charge will be made, as none but good work will be allowed to go from this room. 

J. L. Lovell.  Brattleboro, Jan. 6, 1853

Advertisement ran from January 26 to March 2, 1853.

1853 April 13.  Windham County Democrat.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  April 13, 1853, Vol. XVII, No. 27, P. 3.

Vermont Daguerrean Gallery, This well known Gallery, formerly located in Hall’s Long Building, is now located at No. 2 Crystal Palace, nearly opposite the Revere House, where extensive Rooms have been fitted up in the best manner, with all the modern improvements of the age.  The inhabitants of Brattleboro and vicinity are invited to call at these rooms and examine for themselves whether they intend to sit for a likeness or not.

No pains or expense will be spared to make these rooms and the work from them equal to any in City or Country.  Pictures put up in every variety of style and size required.  Daguerreotypes and Paintings of all kinds copied in the best manner by a new and beautiful process recently discovered by the subscriber.  Pictures taken equally as well in cloudy as in clear weather.  Perfect satisfaction given or no charge.  J. L. Lovell.  Brattleboro, March 4, 1853.

Advertisement ran from April 13 to 20, 1853.

1853 July 6.  Windham County Democrat.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  July 6, 1853, Vol. XVII, No. 38, P. 3.

Wells & Lovell’s Daguerrean Rooms, No. 2 Crystal Palace, (Nearly opposite the Revere House.)  Mr. Wells—the senior partner—is one of the oldest operators in the United States, and has been awarded the first Premium at every Fair where his pictures have been on exhibition.  In fitting up this large and extensive “Sky-Light Establishment,” no expense has been spared in making the rooms perfect and complete in all their arrangements.  Persons wishing likenesses of themselves or friends will find it advantageous to call at this establishment, as none but the ne plus ultra of the art will be allowed to be taken from the rooms.  We can, and on application will give you one of Wells & Lovell’s best!!!

We have one of the largest and most powerful Cameras ever used in this vicinity, and capable of making a better picture than smaller ones can make.  Also a new process for taking pictures of children in from two to five seconds.  We are and ever intend to be up with the improvements of the age we live in.  Persons are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens.  J. D. Wells.  J. L. Lovell.  Brattleboro, May 4th, 1853.

Advertisement ran from July 6 to October 5, 1853.

1854 September 29.  Vermont State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  September 29, 1854, Vol. XVI, No. 30, Whole No. 706, P. 1 & 2.

Vermont State Agricultural Society’s Fourth Annual Fair.  The Fourth Annual Fair of the Vermont Agricultural Association was held at Brattleboro on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday the 12th, 13th and 14th days of September instant…

We must not forget to mention especially the several cases of Daguerreotypes exhibited by Mr. J. J. Lovell.  They had several admirers as well on account of their artistic beauty as of the peculiar characteristics of some of their subjects.

1855 April 28.  Vermont Phoenix.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  April 28, 1855, New Series—Vol. 1, No. 13, P. 2.

Lovell’s Daguerrian Saloon.—The effort made by the Messrs. Lovell, who are now associated in the Daguerrian business, to keep pace with all the improvements in the art to which their attention is given, are deserving of mention.  We understand that they are making arrangements to introduce into this place a new branch of the photographic art, viz:—‘Chrystolotypes,’ or daguerreotypes taken on paper instead of plates of metal.  These pictures have all the appearance of delicate engravings and are very beautiful.  We hope their enterprise will be rewarded by increasing patronage.

1855 April 28.  Vermont Phoenix.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  April 28, 1855, New Series—Vol. 1, No. 13, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  The subscribers having associated themselves under the name of J. L. & H. H. Lovell, are now ready to take Daguerreotypes in every style of the art and warrant them to be recommended in every particular, for we are determined that it shall be for the interest of all, far and near, to obtain their Daguerreotypes at this establishment Cutler’s Block.  J. L. & H. M. Lovell.

N. B.  Grateful for past favors I would bespeak a continuance of the same under the new arrangement.  The junior partner is a thorough Artist, and our motto is still onward as heretofore.

Respectfully, J. L. Lovell.                                                                             

Advertisement ran from April 28 to June 16, 1855.

1855 June 23.  Vermont Phoenix.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  June 23, 1855, New Series—Vol. 1, No. 21, P. 2.

Merit to be acknowledged.—We take great pleasure in publishing the following communication, for we know that the statement therein contained are amply sustained by facts.  The Messrs. Lovell deserve honorable mention for their public spirit.

Mr. Editor:—I wish to call the attention of your readers, to the enterprising spirit, of your immediate neighbors, in the Daguerreian Rooms, directly over your Office.  It is hardly realized in this community, what untiring exertions are made by the Messrs. Lovell, to bring their operations to the highest point of perfection.  Few are aware of the earnest struggles, through which they are introducing some of the most valuable improvements.  Many would be surprised to know the amount of professional zeal, which has been called into exercise in those Rooms, under the influence of which, no expenditure of time, or labor, or money has been spared in the prosecution of successful experiments.  As Daguerreians, these gentlemen have reached an unrivalled position, which enables them to furnish the very best specimens of that art.—But they could not be satisfied with distancing all competition in this direction, but as it were, forgetting the returns, which might be looked for, from their expensive attainments, they were resolved upon pressing onward, in another direction, involving still more self-sacrificing devotion, to the highest aims of their calling.  Again they have triumphed, in the enlargement in their sphere of operation, and their public spirit has been crowned with the success of a new undertaking.  After expending much capital, in their resolute and determined experiments, they are prepared to furnish something new, in the way of superior pictures, called Ambrotypes, and Crystalotypes, which are taken on Glass, and Paper.  Both of these methods have decide advantages over the common Daguerreotypes.  The Ambrotype, upon Glass, is more clear and distinct, than the Daguerreotypes, and has the important excellence, of being readily seen from any position, without regard to the light and shade, which is often so annoying, in looking at a Daguerreotype.  And hardly too much can be said in favor of the Crystalotype, on Paper.  It is not inferior to the best engraving, and the larger sizes can be taken at a comparatively small expense, while copies can be indefinitely and cheaply multiplied.  But all that is needed for the highest recommendation of these life-like pictures, is simply to examine them, as they may be seen at the Rooms.  To see them is to give them the preference to any thing ever before offered to the public.  They cannot fail to become universal favorites.  They are destined to generally, if not entirely supersede Daguerreotypes.  It is to be hoped that the public spirit, and commendable enterprise, of the Messrs. Lovell, will be duly appreciated, and that they will be encouraged with liberal patronage.  Citizen.

1855 June 23.  Vermont Phoenix.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  June 23, 1855, New Series—Vol. 1, No. 21, P. 3.

Photographs.  No one should think of getting a likeness of themselves or friends until they have examined those Crystalotype & Ambrotypes taken by J. H. & sic. [L. H.] Lovell.

The Crystalotype is first taken upon Glass and is then transferred to paper in unlimited numbers, as from a copper plate.  By this process we are enabled with the Daguerreotype instrument, to produce on paper, views of Landscapes, Residences, copy Daguerreotypes, and take Portraits from life with the unerring hand of nature, rivaling in beauty to the finest Engravings.

The Ambrotype, a very beautiful picture, is taken upon Glass and finished in such a way that they are unaffected by acids, and can lay in water for months without injury, being perfectly air tight as well as water proof.

Both of the above are truly a wonder of the Actinographic art. 

We still take all the various styles of the ordinary Daguerreotype and we flatter ourselves that they are not inferior to any produced in city or country.

This is the only Complete Actinographic Establishment in Vermont.

Orders from abroad promptly attended to.  J. L. & H. M. Lovell.  Brattleboro, June 16, 1855.

Advertisement ran from June 23, 1855 to January 19, 1856.

1855 September 22.  Vermont Phoenix.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  September 22, 1855, New Series—Vol. 1, No. 34, P. 2.

Fifth Annual Fair Of The Vermont State Agricultural Society.  The fifth annual Fair of the Vermont State Agricultural Society was held at Rutland on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of last week….

The Floral Hall department contained a fine collection of flowers, some excellent needle work, oil paintings, daguerreotypes, crystalotypes and ambrotypes.  Messrs. J. L. & H. M. Lovell of this village received the first premium on the first two varieties of photographs, and Mowry & Russell of Rutland on the last.  Both exhibitions were very creditable to their respective artists.

The following is the list of Premiums Awarded…Floral Hall…

J. L. & H. M. Lovell Brat’o best daguerreotypes,                  4.

J. L. & H. M. Lovell Brat’o best crystalotypes,                     1.

Mowry & Russell, Rutland best ambrotypes,                         4.

Mowry & Russell, Rutland, daguerreotypes,                          1.

1856 January 19.  Vermont Phoenix.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  January 19, 1856, New Series—Vol. 2, No. 3, P. 3.

Daguerrean Notice.  Mr. J. L. Lovell has so far recovered his health, after an illness of more than four months, that he will give his personal attention to the taking of Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, and Photographs, in a style of beauty and finish that is not surpassed by any operator in the country.

Mr. Lovell has received the first premium at the Vermont State Fair, and at several Country Fairs in Massachusetts.

Please give him a call at No. 2 Cutler’s Block.                     

Advertisement ran from January 19 to August 2, 1856.

1856 May 24.  Vermont Phoenix.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  May 24, 1856, New Series—Vol. 2, No. 21, P. 2.

View of Brattleboro.—Mr. J. L. Lovell has recently taken a photographic view of this village from which is to be engraved the Lithograph proposed to be published by Mr. J. Batchelder.  This lithograph will be 28 instead of 26 inches in length.  If it is a correct as the photograph it will be an admirable representation.

1856 August 9.  Vermont Phoenix.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  August 9, 1856, New Series—Vol. 2, No. 32, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—Mr. J. D. Wells of Northampton, has purchased the daguerreotype establishment lately owned by Mr. J. L. Lovell in this place, and has reopened it with all the most recent improvements in the photographic art.  Mr. Wells enjoys a reputation as an artist inferior to none in New England, and we have no doubt will, in every respect, merit the patronage of the community.—Mr. Lovell has, during his stay in Brattleboro won the favorable regards of the community by his devotion to his business and his qualities as a man and a citizen.  In his retirement he will carry with him the good wishes of a large circle of friends.

1856 August 9.  Vermont Phoenix.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  August 9, 1856, New Series—Vol. 2, No. 32, P. 3.

Great Excitement At Brattleboro’.  Wells & Kneeland Have purchased the Daguerrean Rooms Formerly occupied by J. L. Lovell, and are now prepared to furnish the people of Vermont with a Better Style Of Picture than can be produced elsewhere in the State.  (We can, will and shall do it for those who favor us with a call.)

Wells & Kneeland are the oldest Operators in the country.  They have just discovered a process whereby Pictures are taken upon Glass with all the apparent Colors of Life Itself, surpassing in beauty and Elegancy every other style of Picture ever before presented to the public.  Please call and see for yourselves.

1856 August 9.  Vermont Phoenix.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  August 9, 1856, New Series—Vol. 2, No. 32, P. 3.

Notice.  I have sold out my Daguerrean Rooms and the good will of the same to Messrs. Wells & Kneeland, and, in retiring from business in Brattleboro’, I have the pleasure of introducing my patrons and friends and the public generally, to them, as the oldest Operators in the country, and it has been well said there are none superior in the United States.  As Artists, they occupy the highest position.  Their gentlemanly manners and attention to business cannot but command the respect of all who know them.   J. L. Lovell.     Brattleboro, August 1, 1856.

1856 November 22.  Vermont Phoenix.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  November 22, 1856, New Series—Vol. 2, No. 47, P. 2.

Photography.—Mr. J. L. Lovell, for several years the well known Daguerrian Artist in this village, has removed to Amherst, Mass.  We learn that an important and delicate task in his art has been entrusted to his care.  Dr. Deane of Greenfield, is preparing a memoir of the fossil footprints found in the Connecticut River Valley, to be published by the Smithsonian Institute.  The plates representing the several specimens cannot be engraved with the desired accuracy, hence the work is to be illustrated with photographic plates.  About 30,000 of these will be requisite for the entire edition.  To Mr. Lovell has been confided the task of preparing these plates, and we know of no one better qualified for the undertaking.  As an artist and as a man he commanded the respect of this community, and we do cheerfully commend him to the favorable notice of the citizens of Amherst and vicinity.

1857 February 14.  Vermont Phoenix.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  February 14, 1857, New Series—Vol. 3, No. 7, P. 2.

Photographs.—We have received from Mr. J. L. Lovell formerly a Daguerrian artist in this village, now of Amherst, Mass., a photographic view of the ruins of North College, recently destroyed by fire.  The demand for these is quite active, and we are happy to say that Mr. L. will supply them for $6.00 per dozen.  From the same source we have received another photograph colored in oil.—It is a beautiful specimen of a department of photographic art, which is well worthy the attention of all.  Mr. L. seems determined to maintain his standing in the front rank of artists.

1857 July 11.  Vermont Phoenix.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  July 11, 1857, New Series—Vol. 3, No. 28, P. 2.

Dr. Deane, of Greenfield, is preparing a series of plates, which have occupied his leisure hours for twenty years, of “Foot-prints of the Creator,” from the quarries and river-side of the Connecticut valley.  The Smithsonian Institute defrays the expense of their publication.  The impression of bird tracts, and the footsteps of both extinct and living animals, are exceedingly accurate and very fine.  The expense will not be far from $5000, and the work entire a monument of scientific enthusiasm and suggestive geological hieroglyphics.  The plates were photographed by Mr. J. L. Lovell, a Daguerrean artist formerly of this village but not of Amherst, Mass.

1857 December 19.  Vermont Phoenix.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  December 19, 1857, Vol. XXIV, No. 51, P. 2.

Hard Times.—We have received a photograph from J. L. Lovell, of Amherst, Mass., formerly of this village, representing a man in a seedy, dilapidated condition, with his last dollar in hand, and that a worthless bill.  It indicates the present condition of many persons just at present.  The picture, as a work of art, is worthy of all praise.

1859 December 10.  Vermont Phoenix.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  December 10, 1859, Vol. XXVI, No. 49, P. 2.

We have received from J. L. Lovell, formerly of this village, but now of Amherst, Mass., several beautiful photographs of the clay-stones and fossil fruits of this State—a sample of the illustrations designed for the Report of the Geological Survey of Vermont, by Dr. Hitchcock.  These photographs are made by a new process, and as fast as made are ready for binding in the volume they are intended to illustrate, without being engraved and printed.  They very much resemble steel engravings, but are more accurate in their representations.  Mr. Lovell is an excellent artist and we are glade to learn that he is meeting with success.  He has recently made a photograph likeness of Dr. Hitchcock by this new process, which is admirable; and he has received an order from the Senior Class in Amherst College for 6,000 copies of this style of picture.

1860 July 31.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  July 31, 1860, Vol. LXXIV, No. 52, Whole No. 4234, P. 2.

Amherst.  J. L. Lovell of Amherst, photographer, had this year executed the pictures for the college class-book.  He has taken in all 6,000 pictures for this one job.

1862 October 21.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  October 21, 1862, Vol. LXXVII, No. 12, Whole No. 2821, P. 2.

Hadley.—The net receipts of the old Folks’ concert were $61, to which Mr. Lovell of Amherst, added the proceeds of photographing the choir, $12, making the gross amount $73, which was distributed among the army aid societies of Amherst, Hadley, Leverett and Sunderland.

1864 March 1.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  March 1, 1864, Vol. LXXVIII, No. 31, Whole No. 2892, P. 2.

Morris H. Porter, formerly of Cummington, and now photographic operator with J. L. Lovell of Amherst, has formed a business connection with a gentleman in Kalamazoo, Mich., in which place he intends to take up his residence in a few weeks.

1864 October 18.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  October 18, 1864, Vol. LXXIX, No. 12, Whole No. 2925, P. 2.

Cattle Show at Amherst.  The 15th annual exhibition of the Hampshire Agricultural Society was held on Thursday and Friday of last week…

In The Hall…Excellent specimens of photography from the establishment of J. L. Lovell, of Amherst, were exhibited.  Mr. Lovell is hard to beat in his particular line.

1865 March 18.  Vermont Record.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  March 18, 1865, Vol. III, No. 9, P. 12.

A Photograph in Indian ink of a deceased son of Mr. E. C. Crosby, has been made by our former townsman, J. L. Lovell, now of Amherst, Mass.  It was enlarged from a small card photograph and is one of those exquisitely beautiful pieces of art that is admired by all and seldom excelled.  Mr. Lovell’s many friends here will be glad to learn that he is meeting with good success.  His customers are numerous and patronize him for the superiority of his work.  In addition to the college class work that he has done so much of he has been engaged in taking several thousand photographs for a State publication of the bird-tracks of the Connecticut Valley.[2]

1865 May 23.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  May 23, 1865, Vol. LXXIX, No. 43, Whole No. 2955, P. 2.

A Large and life-like photograph of Miss Catherine Hopkins, late teacher in Mt. Holyoke Seminary, has just been completed by J. L. Lovell, and is now on exhibition at his rooms.  It is executed with the most perfect fidelity to nature, and is creditable alike to the art and artist.  Mr. Lovell has recently also taken several fine views of the college buildings and scenery from the College hill.

1865 June 6.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  June 6, 1865, Vol. LXXIX, No. 45, Whole No. 2957, P. 2.

Ingham Brothers of Westfield have engaged rooms for a Daguerrian saloon in the upper part of Damon’s block, over the post-office.  It is reported that Lovell of Amherst has engaged apartments for a similar saloon in Stockwell & Spaulding’s new block.  The prospect therefore is that the picture business will be well attended to in this town.

1865 July 25.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  July 25, 1865, Vol. LXXIX, No. 52, Whole No. 2964, P. 2.

Income Returns for 1864.  We give below a complete list of the incomes for 1864, for Hampshire county, as returned to Hon. Amasa Norcross of Fitchburg, the U. S. Assessor for this district, on the 1st of May last.

John L. Lovell.  1864—$1,000;  1863—$1,157.

1865 October 3.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  October 3, 1865, Vol. LXXX, No. 10, Whole No. 4973, P. 2.

Cattle Show at Amherst.  The Hampshire Agricultural Society held its sixteenth exhibition on Tuesday and Wednesday of last week…

Premiums Awarded…Fancy Articles.—photographs, J. L. Lovell 2.50.

1865 October 24.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  October 24, 1865, Vol. LXXX, No. 13, Whole No. 4976, P. 2.

Stockwell & Spaulding’s New Block.  The new brick block of stores, offices, &c., on the east corner of Main and Pleasant streets, erected by Stockwell & Spaulding, (Frederick A. Stockwell and Capt. Mark H. Spaulding,) is so far completed that the proprietor have already moved into their quarters…

in the third story, is where the grand ornamental and artistic operations will be carried on.  Here the renowned artist of Amherst, whose fame is more than local, is fitting up apartments in a style that will surpass any thing of the kind in all this region, if he does not rival even the establishments of the city artists. He will have a suite of twelve rooms, including a large and elegant reception room, and a really splendid operating room.  His rooms will be a show in themselves worth seeing, and must attract people from all the country roundabout.  Mr. Lovell will be a valuable addition to the already distinguished artistic force of the town.  We understand that he will dispose of his rooms at Amherst.

1866 March 27.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  March 27, 1866, Vol. LXXX, No. 35, Whole No. 4998, P. 2.

Lovell, the Amherst artist, is about opening his splendid suite of rooms in Union Block.  He will have as good quarters as any artist in the state.

1866 April 17.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  April 17, 1866, Vol. LXXX, No. 38, Whole No. 5001, P. 2.

It will be seen by an advertisement in another column that Mr. Lovell has opened his Photographic rooms in Union block.  Mr. Lovell has undoubtedly the best suit of rooms in the Connecticut valley.  His operating room is large, well-lighted, and all his appointments of the latest make and most approved pattern.  As an artist Mr. Lovell has a reputation far and wide, and with his present convenient and well arranged rooms, he will undoubtedly meet with an extended patronage.  We understand the Mr. Lovell has already a large amount of work engaged.  This evening, the rooms will be open, and people are invited to attend.  The Young Gents’ Band will be present to assist in the dedicatory services.

1866 April 17.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  April 17, 1866, Vol. LXXX, No. 38, Whole No. 5001, P. 2.

Hampshire Photograph Gallery.  J. L. Lovell, Proprietor.  Grand Opening, Tuesday Evening, April 17, ’66.  Music By Young Gents’ Band.  From 8 to 10.

The Subscriber Having Fitted Up His New Photographic Rooms in Union Block, Stockwell & Spaulding’s Building, will open them to the inspection of the public on Tuesday Evening, April 17.  Young Gents’ Band Will be in attendance, and furnish Music from 8 to 10 o’clock.

Ladies and Gentlemen are Invited.  J. L. Lovell.

1866 May 1.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  May 1, 1866, Vol. LXXX, No. 40, Whole No. 5003, P. 2.

Mr. Lovell may be found at his new photographic rooms in this town every day this week, ready to superintend in person all work entrusted to him.  He is taking some very nice pictures now, and is ready to back up his work to the satisfaction of his patrons.

1866 July 3.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  July 3, 1866, Vol. LXXX, No. 49, Whole No. 5012, P. 2.

Income For 1865.  The income taxes for the 9th Mass. District, have been assessed by Hon. Amasa Norcross of Fitchburg, and are now in the hands of Hon. D. W. Alvord of Greenfield, for collection…

Lovell, John L.—1865—$1,079.  1864—$1,000.

1866 September 25.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  September 25, 1866, Vol. LXXXI, No. 9, Whole No. 5024, P. 2.

Northampton.  U. S. Revenue Taxes.—The taxes in this collection district for August amount to $23, 557.55, which is about the average amount for the preceding months.  This is unexpected, because of the many exemptions under the new law.  The number of tax-payers in the district is reduced by the new law about one-third.  The principal taxes are the following:—Northampton…

Ingraham Brothers, photographs   20.00

Lovell & Knowlton, photographs  7.70

1866 October 2.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  October 2, 1866, Vol. LXXXI, No. 10, Whole No. 5025, P. 2.

Cattle Show at Amherst.  The annual cattle show and fair of the Hampshire Agricultural Society was held at Amherst on Tuesday and Wednesday of last week…

In the other departments there was less variety than on previous occasions.  J. L. Lovell displayed a very fine collection of photographs… 

1866 November 27.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  November 27, 1866, Vol. LXXXI, No. 18, Whole No. 5033, P. 2.

Northampton.  Internal Revenue.—The U. S. revenue taxes for October in this district amount to $21,590…

Ingraham Brothers, photographs   16.00

Lovell & Knowlton, photographs  8.20

James O’Neil, photographs            1.85

1867 January 29.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  January 29, 1867, Vol. LXXXI, No. 27, Whole No. 5042, P. 2.

Northampton.  U. S. Taxes.—The taxes assessed for December amount to $18, 487…

Ingraham Brothers, photographs   13.20

Lovell & Knowlton, photographs  13.20

1867 February 26.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  February 26, 1867, Vol. LXXXI, No. 31, Whole No. 5046, P. 2.

Northampton.  U. S. Taxes.—The taxes for January show a further falling off, the amount being $16, 639.  The following are the principal sums assessed:…

Ingraham Brothers, photographs   13.00

Lovell & Knowlton, photographs  12.80

1867 April 30.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  April 30, 1867, Vol. LXXXI, No. 40, Whole No. 5055, P. 2.

Northampton.  Revenue Taxes.—The taxes for March in A. Wright, Jr.’s collection district amount to $20, 403, an increase of $3,000 over the previous month.  The principal taxes are the following:—…

Ingraham Brothers, photographs   18.00

Lovell & Knowlton, photographs  15.95

1868 March 17.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  March 17, 1868, Vol. LXXXII, No. 34, Whole No. 5101, P. 2.

Amherst…J. L.  Lovell, our photographist, has also been unwell for some time, but is recovering.—

1868 March 24.  Hampshire Gazette.  (Northampton, Massachusetts.)  March 24, 1868, Vol. LXXXII, No. 35, Whole No. 5102, P. 2.

Amherst.—Drs. Fisk & Dewolf of Northampton and Bigelow of Amherst, recently performed an operation upon Samuel C. Carter, Esq., our worthy town clerk and treasurer, for a fissure of the bowels; at the same time two tumors were removed.  The operation was entirely successful and he is doing well.  J. L. Lovell, the distinguished photographer, has had a similar operation performed, and is slowly but surely recovering…

N. D. Tales of Amherst A Look Back, 1986.  P. 84-87.

1825                            born.

1849                            began taking daguerreotypes in Ware, Massachusetts.

ca 1851-52 to 1856     moved studio to Brattleboro, Vermont.

1854                            studied with Whipple & Black.

November 1856          bought out E. G. Shumway, Marsh’s Block. Main Street, Amherst.

1856-1900                   active in Amherst.

[1] A Directory Of Massachusetts Photographers 1839-1900. (1860-1900)

[2] Ichnology of New England: A Report on the Sandstone of the Connecticut Valley, by Edward Hitchcock, 1858 and Supplement, 1865.

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.

Ely, Erskine C.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Melainotypes, Photographs, Sphereotype, Stereotypes, , , , , , , , ,

C.1851-1854   6 Kirkland Block, Northampton, Massachusetts.

1854-1855       Main Street, over Hollister’s Jewely Store, Greenfield, Massachusetts.

1855-1858       Corner of Main and Federal Streets, over W. H. Sanborn & Co. Store, Greenfield, Massachusetts.

1859                138 & 140 North Third, St. Louis, Missouri.[1]

1860-1865       Corner of Main and Federal Streets, over A. T. Thayer’s Clothing House, Greenfield, Massachusetts.

1854 August 28.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  August 28, 1854, Gazette—Vol. LXIV, No. 3276, P. 3.  Courier—Vol. XVII, No. 24. 

Daguerrean and Stereoscopic Gallery.  E. C. Ely, respectfully announces that he has this day entered on the rooms lately occupied by S. W. Hull, over Hollister’s Jewelry Store, in Main Street, Greenfield, Massachusetts, where intends to carry on the art of Daguerreotyping in all its branches.

E. C. E. has been an assistant to Mr. J. D. Wells of Northampton in this State, for the past three years, and during his absence, has had the entire management of his establishment, without, [ ? ] he ventures to believe, in any degree compromising Mr. Wells’ unrivalled reputation.

The advertiser will be always found in attendance during business hours, and will be happy to show his visitors specimens of his art, and receive the orders.

All work done with the utmost promptness and on the most reasonable terms.

Advertisement ran from August 28, 1854 to April 9, 1855.

1855 April 2.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  April 2, 1855, Gazette—Vol. LXIV, No. 3307, Courier—Vol. XVIII, No. 3, P. 3. 

Removal Daguerrean & Stereoscopic Gallery.  E, C, Ely, begs leave to inform his friends and the Public, that he intends moving into the new and elegant rooms now being fitted up expressly for his use over W. H. Sanborn & Co.’s store, on the corner of Main and Federal streets, sometime during the coming week.

Mr. E. has taken great pains so to arrange his rooms as to make them pleasant for his visitors, and convenient for the purpose of his art.

Success in taking pictures depends very much upon the proper disposition of the light; and from the superior advantages in this respect, which his rooms possess, Mr. E. feels justified in promising to his patrons the most perfect specimens of his art.

Advertisement ran from April 2 to 16, 1855.

1855 April 23.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  April 23, 1855, Gazette—Vol. LXIV, No. 3310, Courier—Vol. XVIII, No. 6, P. 3. 

E. C. Ely’s Daguerrean and Stereoscopic Gallery,—Corner of Main and Federal Streets, over W. H. Sanborn & Co.’s Store.  Pictures taken in cloudy as well as fair weather, in every variety of style.  In Clouds, Illuminated Background, Stereoscopic and Medolian (sic.).  Family groups taken with great facility and accuracy.—Particular attention paid to taking likenesses of infants and young children.  A liberal discount afforded to families.  Views of all descriptions taken without reversing.  Daguerreotypes and Portraits accurately copied.  Lockets, Bracelets, Pins, and Cases of all descriptions constantly for sale.  Sick or deceased persons attended at their residences.

Advertisement ran from April 23, 1855 to February 25, 1856.

1855 August 13.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  August 13, 1855, Gazette—Vol. LXIV, No. 3326, Courier—Vol. XVIII, No. 27, P. 3. 

An Ingenious Show Case.—Mr. Ely, the Daguerreotypist, has got up the most ingenious show case we ever saw.  The design was got up by Mr. Ely, the painting done by G. W. Mark, the clock work part executed by Simeon Phillips, Jr.  To be appreciated it should be seen.  It stands on the wall in front of Mr. Ely’s rooms.

1855 September 10.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  September 10, 1855, Gazette—Vol. LXIV, No. 3332, Courier—Vol. XVIII, No. 28, P. 3. 

The Citizens of Greenfield Who are opposed to the extension of slavery over Kansas and Nebraska, and who approve of, and will aid, the movement now in progress for a union…

E. C. Ely, B. F. Popkins.

1856 March 3.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  March 3, 1856, Gazette—Vol. LXV, No. 3355, Courier—Vol. XVIII, No. 51, P. 3. 

Improved Ambrotypes.  Also Daguerreotypes, By E. C. Ely, Corner Main and Federal streets—Over W. H. Sanborn & Co’s Store.  E. C. E., having fitted his rooms for the purpose of taking pictures upon glass, is now ready to please his customers with improved Ambrotypes or Daguerreotypes, as they may wish.  Pictures taken in cloudy as well as fair weather, in every variety of style.  Family groups taken with great facility and accuracy.  The facility in taking likenesses of infants and young children is greatly increased.  A liberal discount afforded to families.

View of all descriptions without reversing.

Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes and Portraits accurately copied.

Lockets, Bracelets, Pins and Cases of all descriptions constantly for sale.

Sick and deceased persons attended at their residences.

Instruction given in the art on most reasonable terms.

Advertisement ran from March 3 to May 26, 1856.

1856 April 14.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  April 14, 1856, Gazette—Vol. LXV, No. 3361, Courier—Vol. XIX, No. 5, P. 3. 

E. C. Ely Would inform his friends and the public generally that he can be found at his old stand over W. H. Sanborn & Co.’s store, where all kinds of Photographic Pictures will be taken in a style not surpassed in Western Massachusetts, and at prices that will not fail to suit the most economical.

E. C. E. invites the public to compare the style of his pictures with others, confident that for clearness, depth of tone and softness they are not surpassed by any.

The public having been cautioned in a handbill against that Improved Ambrotype, E. C. E. would only say that the Photographic art is in its infancy, that daily new discoveries are being made, that he is free to avail himself of all the hints of scientific research without being confined to a patent  process (whether valuable or not) and that he is willing every one should judge for himself.

There are those who know the Improved Ambrotypes to be superior to and an improvement upon the patent.  To those who think otherwise we would say, you can be supplied with double glass pictures at the old stand, in a style equal to any in the state.

Among the latest and greatest improvements in the Photographic art is an article which the subscriber has availed himself of which is not applicable to the patent process.  Among its beneficial results is its imperishable character; it gives a brilliant finish; it is not effected by moist atmosphere, water or light; it gives a rich luster to drapery and is not injured by hot sun as the patent Ambrotypes are.

Advertisement ran from April 14 to May 5, 1856.

1856 May 12.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  May 12, 1856, Gazette—Vol. LXV, No. 3365, Courier—Vol. XVIII, No. 9, P. 3. 

Ambrotypes.—A new method of taking likenesses has been discovered of late, which bids fair to supersede the Daguerreotype method.  The likenesses are more distinct than those taken by the Daguerreotype process, and in several other respects better while they cost no more.  We have seen quite a number of likenesses which were taken by various artists under the new system, but have seen none that for distinctness, correctness and finish equal those taken by E. C. Ely, at his rooms over W. H. Sanborn & Co.’s Store.  In fact, Mr. Ely’s likenesses appear to be perfect ones in every respect.—We do not see how any improvement could be made upon them.  Mr. Ely adopts all of the new improvements and makes many of his own, which keeps him fully up to and even a little ahead of the times.—We would advise such of our readers as are in want of a perfect likeness to give Mr. Ely a call.

1856 June 2.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  June 2, 1856, Gazette—Vol. LXV, No. 3368, Courier—Vol. XVIII, No. 12, P. 3. 

Military.—The Greenfield Guards, under command of Capt. W. T. Davis, had their annual May training on Wednesday afternoon.  They were out in full ranks and made a fine and soldier like appearance.  Ely took a daguerreotype view of them from his saloon.

1856 June 2.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  June 2, 1856, Gazette—Vol. LXV, No. 3368, Courier—Vol. XVIII, No. 12, P. 3. 

Ahead Of The Times.  Corner of Main and Federal streets, Greenfield, Mass.  Secure the Shadow ere the Substance Fades.  E. G. Ely’s Daguerrean Rooms Up Stairs.1855 Ely’s.

Ambrotypes, Tinted And In Colors.  E. C. Ely invites the attention of his friends and patrons to his new style of Pictures which he is now taking.

Thankful for past favors, E. C. E. flatters himself that his endeavors to please his patrons will be appreciated by an intelligent public.

Daguerreotypes taken as usual.  Sick and deceased persons attended at their residences.

Rooms over W. H. Sanborn’s Store.

Advertisement ran from June 2, 1856 to January 5, 1857.

1856 September 29.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  September 29, 1856, Gazette—Vol. LXV, No. 3385, Courier—Vol. XIX, No. 29, P. 3. 

Photographs In All The Various Styles Found In The Country Can Be Had By Calling At E. C. Ely’s Photographic Rooms, Corner Main and Federal streets, Greenfield, Mass., where not only “pictures, backed up with paint and varnish,” but every style of picture worth having can be had in as good style as can be found in the state.

Particular Attention is invited to our Photographs on Paper, which can be multiplied at pleasure.

Advertisement ran from September 29 to October 13, 1856.

1856 October 6.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  October 6, 1856, Gazette—Vol. LXV, No. 3386, Courier—Vol. XVIII, No. 30, P. 3. 

Cattle Show and Fair.  The annual Cattle Show and Fair of the Franklin County Agricultural Society, was held in this town, on Wednesday and Thursday last…

The display of fine arts was excellent.  Beautiful photographs by Ely, “as large as life and twice as natural;” also ambrotypes by Ely, Popkins and Cowles, all of this town and all beautiful pictures…

Premiums Awarded…Fine Arts…

E, C. Ely, Greenfield, ambrotypes  1.00.

1857 January 5.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  January 5, 1857, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3399, Courier—Vol. XIX, No. 43, P. 3. 

Ely’s Photographic Gallery, Main and Federal Streets, Greenfield, Mass.  Secure the Shadow ere the Substance Fades.  E. G. Ely’s Daguerrean Rooms Up Stairs.1855 Ely’s.

Spherotypes, Patented by Bisbee & Day, Columbus, Ohio, May 27th, 1856.  In this novel and beautiful style an excellence, peculiar elegance and lifelike reality, has been attained surpassing, and to a very great extent superseding the Daguerreotype in its various styles, and after improvements it is equally adapted to family groups and single pictures, firmly fixing the images of objects, causing them to stand out from the plate with that degree of boldness which a figure exhibits to the eye at a distance and presenting the appearance of a person about to speak, giving a prominent, distinct and well defined impression of imperishable character and brilliant finish, revealing with distinctness the form, features and expression.  It is not affected by atmosphere, water or light, and can be tinted any color or number of colors as to the face, background or drapery.  They can be obtained “only” of the subscriber, who has purchased the patent right for the county of Franklin, and can alone furnish these pictures, so deserving of success.

E. C. E. has also the right to take Melainotypes, patented by Hamilton L. Smith, Gambier, Ohio, an entirely new and unique invention in the world of portraiture.  It embodies the peculiarities of both the Daguerreotype and Ambrotype and in many respects surpasses both for setting in lockets, pins, seals and other bijouterie.  It has no equal.  Those possessing a perfectly polished japanned surface may be gracefully colored and rival in durability the never changing

Ambrotype, which requires so short an exposure to the camera that the likenesses of children can be taken with positive certainty.

Having greatly increased facilities I am prepared to take through pleasant and cloudy weather, Spherotypes, Melainotypes, Photographs, Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, &c., to the entire satisfaction of my friends and the public.

Advertisement ran from January 1 to February 9, 1857.

1857 January 26.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  January 26, 1857, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 33402, Courier—Vol. XIX, No. 46, P. 3. 

We advise those townsmen and strangers who are desirous of seeing some of the finest specimens of the photographic are not surpassed in the state, to call at once at Ely’s rooms and examine for themselves the various styles in which the art is there perfected.  One who does not visit this gentleman occasionally has no idea of the rapid progress which has been made in this process.  I am led to this sincere remark by a recent examination of the spherotype pictures lately taken bu our friend and townsman Mr. Ely, who in the execution of the Daguerreotype and Ambrotype has already acquired so wide a fame.

1857 February 16.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  February 16, 1857, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 33405, Courier—Vol. XIX, No. 49, P. 3. 

Ely’s Photographic Gallery, Main and Federal streets, Greenfield, Mass. 

Sphereotypes, Patented by Bisbee & Day, Columbus, Ohio.  They can be obtained (only) of the subscriber, who has the patent right for the county of Franklin.

Melainotypes, Patented by Hamilton L. Smith, Gambier, Ohio.  For setting in Lockets, Pins, Seals, &c., it has no equal.

Photographs, Taken on paper or canvas, plain or colored.  Oil, water or dry colors.

Ambrotypes[2], Put up in the most durable style and at prices that will not fail to suit the most economical.

Daguerreotypes, Taken as usual at the old stand over W. H. Sanborn & Co.’s store.

Sick or deceased persons attended at private residences.

Instruction given in the art on reasonable terms.  E. C. Ely.

Advertisement ran on February 16, 1857 to May 10, 1858.

1857 June 29.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  June 29, 1857, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3434, Courier—Vol. XX, No. 16, P. 3. 

A Present.—W, H, Sanborn, Esq., of this town, has been presented by Eagle Company, No. 1, with an ambrotype likeness of their machine and company, at the breaks.  It is taken in Ely’s best style and is set in a beautiful gilt frame.

1857 July 6.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  July 6, 1857, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3435, Courier—Vol. XX, No. 17, P. 3. 

Photography.  The subscriber would respectfully inform his friends and patrons that he may be found at E. C. Ely’s Photographic Gallery, where he will be happy most to serve them.  B. F. Popkins.

Advertisement ran from July 6 to 20, 1857.

1857 July 6.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  July 6, 1857, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3435, Courier—Vol. XX, No. 17, P. 3. 

The undersigned would respectfully inform his friends and the public that he has secured the assistance of Mr. B. F. Popkins, and will be happy to take their likenesses in the most approved modern style at his well known Photographic Gallery, corner of Main and Federal streets.  E. C. Ely.

Advertisement ran from July 6 to 20, 1857.

1857 August 31.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  August 31, 1857, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3443, Courier—Vol. XX, No. 25, P. 2. 

Popkins’ Photographs.—The Springfield Republican gives Popkins’ celebrated photographs the following well deserved notice.  Popkins stands A No. 1 as a Daguerrian and Photographic artist.  He can be found at Ely’s for a short time.  The Republican says:

“B. F. Popkins of Greenfield showed us yesterday some of the finest specimens of plain photographs that we have ever seen.  They are clear, distinct and life-like, without the usual blur of the photograph.  Mr. Popkins leaves for Columbus, Georgia, in a few weeks, where he spent last winter, and where he still has rooms.  Some of his large colored photographs taken last winter in Georgia, were the finest we ever saw.  He is a thorough artist and we wish him good fortune, as we do all our Yankee friends who go forth to make their living by Yankee industry, ingenuity and enterprise.

1857 September 28.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  September 28, 1857, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3447, Courier—Vol. XX, No. 29, P. 2. 

Cattle Show and Fair.  Last Wednesday and Thursday brought with them the Annual Festival of the Franklin County Agricultural Society…

Ely’s display of Pictures from his camera, taken by himself and Popkins was splendid.  The photographs could not be excelled.  To those who knew him, that of the late David Willard, Esq., must have seemed like the man risen from the grave with all the freshness and fulness of life upon him.  It is one of the best pictures we ever saw.  There were others as good, in some respects better, as being finished in oil, they are more durable.  While Ely can make such pictures, people need not go elsewhere to be suited, unless their features are too ugly for their own taste.

1857 October 5.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  October 5, 1857, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3448, Courier—Vol. XX, No. 30, P. 3. 

Going South.—Mr. B. F. Popkins, for many years known as a skillful Daguerreotypist in this village, is about to leave us to take up his abode in a more southern clime.  Mr. Popkins is a worthy citizen, of gentlemanly and polite manners, and a very skillful artist.  He has always kept up with the forward tide of progress and excellence in his art, and few are the pictures that we have seen that surpass his.  Of late he has turned his attention to photographs, and has brought out some capital results.  The splendid phographs in Ely’s magnificent collection, on exhibition in the Town Hall, at Cattle Show, were produced by Popkins, who, in anticipation of his removal this fall, closed his own rooms and assisted Ely in [his].  They are a high recommendation to ant artist.  [Ely] we are glad to know, will continue to produce similar pictures, so that our citizens can still procure [ ? ] life-like and almost speaking likenesses of themselves or friends.

1857 October 19.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  October 19, 1857, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3450, Courier—Vol. XX, No. 32, P. 4. 

Reports of the Franklin County Agricultural Society…

On Fine Arts…

The most conspicuous subject presented to the notice of the committee, is a fine series of Light-Pictures by Mr. Ely, and in this department of art there is a marked improvement over previous exhibitions.  The variety of styles by which these Pictures are produced is numerous—Photographs, Ambrotypes, Sphereotypes, Melainotypes, Daguerreotypes, &c.  The improvement in the photograph process by retouching with Indian-ink corrects the coarse outline and muddy impression of the ordinary photograph and imparts to it a distinctness of definition and expression that is absolutely life-like.  A stil;l greater improvement in this style of Pictures consists in rendering them in oil and in pastil, some beautiful examples of which are presented.  The picture of the little child, Ella Taylor, is perfectly exquisite, and in the pastel variety, the portraits of the late Mr. Willard and the mother of Mr. Ely, are exceedingly graphic.  The samples of the remaining styles are numerous and of superior execution. 

The subject of Light-Pictures is of high importance as an art, and it is gratifying to observe with what rapid progress it is approaching perfection.  To Mr. Ely and to Mr. Popkins, (who we believe, was the first to introduce the Oil and Pastel Painting among us,) is due the merit of presenting these valuable improvements, which cannot fail to be appreciated.

The Committee regret their inability to express their sense of the value Mr. Ely’s collection by an equivalent testimonial, but no pecuniary consideration is necessary to enhance the intrinsic excellence of his beautiful Pictures.  The Committee award to Mr. Ely a gratuity of Two Dollars.

For the Committee, J. Deane.

1858 May 10.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  May 10, 1858, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3479, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 9, P. 3. 

Notice.  E. C. Ely, having disposed of his business, request those indebted to him to make payment during the present month.  As Mr. Ely intends to leave town, he will be obliged to place his accounts in other hands for collection on the first day of June.  E. C. Ely.

Advertisement ran from May 10 to 24, 1858.

1858 May 10.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  May 10, 1858, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3479, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 9, P. 3

Having disposed of my business as Daguerrean Artist and Photographer, To Mr. Willis Knowlton, who has been connected with me for the past year, I take great pleasure in recommending him to my numerous patrons, and in assuring them that they will find him prompt, courteous and skillful, and thoroughly acquainted with the business in all its parts.  E. C. Ely.

Advertisement ran from May 10 to 24, 1858.

1859 February 28.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  February 28, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3521, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 51, P. 3

E. C. Ely, formerly in the daguerreotype business in this town, has gone into the same business now at St. Louis, Mo.  Mr. Ely is an excellent artist, and we wish him abundant success in his new field of labor.

1860 January 23.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  January 23, 1860, Gazette—Vol. LXVIII, No. 3568, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 46, P. 2.

E. C. Ely and B. F. Popkins have purchased of Willis Knowlton, The Photographic Gallery, formerly owned by Mr. Ely, at the corner of Main and Federal Streets.  They have good reputations as artists.

1860 January 23.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  January 23, 1860, Gazette—Vol. LXVIII, No. 3568, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 46, P. 3.

Notice.  The undersigned have this day formed a co-partnership under the name of Ely & Popkins, for the purpose of prosecuting the Photographic business in its various departments.  E. C. Ely, B. F. Popkins.

Advertisement ran from January 23 to February 6, 1860.

1860 January 23.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  January 23, 1860, Gazette—Vol. LXVIII, No. 3568, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 46, P. 3.

Photography!  Ely & Popkins Are Now Permanently Established at the Photographic Gallery Over A. T. Thayer’s Clothing House, corner Main and Federal Streets, Where they will be happy to see all of their old friends and the public generally.

With new and complete Apparatus, and a thorough, practical knowledge of the business in all its departments, the subscribers guarantee most perfect satisfaction to their patrons. 

Photographs, from miniature to life-size, plain or colored, in the most durable and artistic manner.

Patent Ambrotypes, Patent Melanotypes, Patent Sphereotypes, Daguerreotypes, and every desirable style of picture known to Photography, may be obtained at this Gallery.  Ely & Popkins, Photographers.  

Advertisement ran from January 23 to September 24, 1860.

1860 April 20.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  April 20, 1860, Gazette—Vol. LXVIII, No. 3580, Courier—Vol. XXIII, No. 6, P. 3.

Stereoscopes.  A large and splendid assortment of Stereoscopes and Views, just received and for sale very low, at Ely & Popkins, Photographic Gallery.

Advertisement ran from April 20 to May 4, 1860.

1860 July 16.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  July 16, 1860, Gazette—Vol. LXVIII, No. 3593, Courier—Vol. XXIII, No. 19, P. 2.

Ely & Popkins have taken, for the owner, a beautiful photograph of the Mansion House and Mansion House block and the three story building, corner of Main and Federal streets, all owned by H. W. Clapp, Esq.  The view was taken from the front of the court house and takes in the common, end of Federal and part of Main streets and the corner of Bank Row.  Constable Wilson, leaning against the lamp post, cane in hand, and Ceph Smith on his coach box look as natural as life in the picture.

1860 July 23.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  July 23, 1860, Gazette—Vol. LXVIII, No. 3594, Courier—Vol. XXIII, No. 20, P. 2.

A Bell and Everett Club was organized in this town on Saturday evening by the choice of H. W. Clapp as President…E. C. Ely (and others) executive Committee…

1860 September 24.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  September 24, 1860, Gazette—Vol. LXVIII, No. 3603, Courier—Vol. XXIII, No. 29, P. 3.

Frames for Pictures.  The larges and most complete assortment of Oil, Gilt, & French Frames, ever offered to the inhabitants of Franklin County can now be found at Ely & Popkins’ Photographic Gallery.

Also a fine assortment of Rosewood & Gilt Mouldings, which will be sold by the foot, or manufactured in to frames for Engravings, Photographs, &c., at Prices Which Defy Competition.

Likewise, plain and tinted Passepartouts, Cord, &c.

The public are respectfully invited to call and examine the above goods and prices.  Ely & Popkins.

Advertisement ran from September 24 to October 8, 1860.

1860 October 1.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  October 1, 1860, Gazette—Vol. LXVIII, No. 3604, Courier—Vol. XXIII, No. 30, P. 2.

Franklin County Cattle Show and Fair.  The eleventh annual Show and Fair of the Franklin County Agricultural Society, took place on Thursday last…

In The Hall…Ely & Popkins some of their excellent daguerreotypes, ambrotypes, photographs, &c.;

List Of Premiums…Fine Arts…

Ely & Popkins, Greenfield, ambrotypes.  2.00.

Mechanic Arts…

Ely & Popkins, Greenfield, picture frames.  1.00.

1860 October 15.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  October 15, 1860, Gazette—Vol. LXVIII, No. 3606, Courier—Vol. XXIII, No. 32, P. 2.

Ely & Popkins have taken a beautiful and correct daguerreotype of Greenfiend village, one in which every house and street shows distinctly.  It was taken from the old south road to Shelburne.

1860 October 22.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  October 22, 1860, Gazette—Vol. LXVIII, No. 3607, Courier—Vol. XXIII, No. 33, P. 2.

Ely & Popkins have taken a beautiful and correct photograph of the American House and Chapman block.  They have also taken a photograph of the rapids below Turner’s Falls.  The photograph was taken from Rocky Mountain and gives one of the best landscape views we ever saw.  It takes in the whole range of country north-east of Rocky Mountain for thirty or fourty miles distant.

1861 August 19.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  August 19, 1861, Gazette—Vol. LXVIII, No. 3650, Courier—Vol. XXIV, No. 24, P. 3.

Ely & Popkins have taken a photograph of the east end of the Hoosac tunnel, in which there is a good view of the “machine” built several years ago by Mr. Serrell to “bore” the Hoosac.

1861 December 16.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  December 16, 1861, Gazette—Vol. LXVIII, No. 3667, Courier—Vol. XXIV, No. 41, P. 3.

“A thing of beauty is a joy forever.”  Splendid Gifts For The Holidays!!  We advise our friends to call at Ely & Popkins’ Gallery and examine the beautiful specimens of Albums, Frames, Cases, &c.  And then, what can be more appropriate or acceptable as a Christmas or New Year’s Gift than the Carte de Visite Portraits as made by them?

Advertisement ran from December 16 to 30, 1861.

1862 April 7.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  April 7, 1862, Gazette—Vol. LXXI, No. 3683, Courier—Vol. XXV, No. 6, P. 3.

Photograph Albums.  A Splendid assortment of Albums may be found at Ely & Popkins’ at prices that defy competition.  “A word to the wise,” &c.

Advertisement ran from April 7 to 21, 1862.

1862 April 28.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  April 28, 1862, Gazette—Vol. LXXI, No. 3686, Courier—Vol. XXV, No. 8, P. 3.

Card Photographs.  These Pictures being such especial favorites, and the demand for them constantly increasing, Ely & Popkins have been making valuable alterations and improvements in their Rooms, and are now prepared to execute these truly beautiful pictures in a style and finish unsurpassed in New York or Boston.

Albums.  The largest nd best assortment of Albums ever brought to this market, including the “American Photographic Album,” and the “Mason Auto-Photographic Album,” which must and will be sold at price that cannot fail to satisfy every one.  You can save from twenty-five cents to two dollars by purchasing of us.

Every other department of Photography promptly attended to as usual.  Ely & Popkins.

Advertisement ran from April 28 to May 12, 1862.

1862 July 21.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  July 21, 1862, Gazette—Vol. LXXI, No. 3698, Courier—Vol. XXV, No. 20, P. 3.

Ely & Popkins have dissolved partnership.  Popkins goes to New York and Ely carries on business at the old stand.

1862 July 21.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  July 21, 1862, Gazette—Vol. LXXI, No. 3698, Courier—Vol. XXV, No. 20, P. 3.

Notice .  The co-partnership heretofore existing under the firm of Ely & Popkins, is dissolved by mutual consent.  All persons indebted to the above firm will please make immediate payment, and all having claims are requested to present them to E. C. Ely, who is authorized to settle the affairs of the firm.  E. C. Ely, B. F. Popkins.

Advertisement ran from July 21 to August 4, 1862.

1862 July 21.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  July 21, 1862, Gazette—Vol. LXXI, No. 3698, Courier—Vol. XXV, No. 20, P. 3.

E. C. Ely, Having purchased of B. F. Popkins, his interest in the Photograph Rooms, corner of Main and Federal streets, tenders his sincere thanks to the public for past favors, and trusts that by strict attention to business and endeavors to please his customers, to receive a continuance of their favors.  E. C. Ely.

Advertisement ran from July 21 to August 4, 1862.

1865 July 21.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  July 21, 1865, Gazette—Vol. 74, No. 3889, Courier—Vol. 28, No. 16, P. 2.

We call the attention of our readers to the advertisement of Henry Cushing, in another column, who  has purchased the daguerrean rooms of E. C. Ely.  He is said to be an excellent artist.

[1] Address from Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

[2] Patent Ambrotypes from August 3, 1857 to May 10, 1858.