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Harned, J. L.

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1846                140 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1846                Union House, Montpelier, Vermont.

1846 September 10.  Vermont Watchman and State Journal.  (Montpelier, Vermont.)  September 10, 1846, Vol. XL, No. 43, Whole No. 2082, P. 3.

Daguerreotype.  Messrs. Harned & Tileston, (Recently from Van Loan & Mayall’s celebrated establishment, Philadelphia,) Respectfully announce to the inhabitants of Montpelier and vicinity, that they have taken rooms at the Union House, and are fully prepared to take likenesses in the Daguerrian method, either separately or in groups, in the best manner, and neatly set in Morocco cases, lockets, etc. on the most favorable terms.

Having procured the Improved German Camera, the best and most perfect instrument in use, and having availed themselves of the latest improvements in the art, they have no hesitation in saying they can give perfect satisfaction.  The public are invited to call and examine specimens, and judge for themselves.

Prices of Pictures from $1.50 to $5.00.

N. B.  Through instruction given in the art on reasonable terms, together with a knowledge of the manufacture of all the chemicals used.  Montpelier, September 9, 1856.

Advertisement ran from September 10 to October 1, 1846.

1846 October 8.  Vermont Watchman and State Journal.  (Montpelier, Vermont.)  October 8, 1846, Vol. XL, No. 47, Whole No. 2086, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—Messrs. Harned & Tileston, at the Union House, furnish superb daguerreotype likenesses.  We have never seen better ones.

1846 October 15.  Green-Mountain Freeman.  (Montpelier, Vermont.)  October 15, 1846, Vol. III, No. 42, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Now Is Your Time.  Messrs. Harner & Tileston (Recently from Van Loan & Magill’s [sic.] celebrated establishment, Philadelphia,) respectfully announce that they will remain at the Union House during the session of the legislature and will furnish likenesses (either separately or in groups,) in a style, which in point of richness of tone, and beauty of finish stand unrivalled and cannot fail of giving satisfaction.

They would particularly solicit the attention of members of the Legislature and strangers visiting Montpelier, as they are fully prepared to give all an opportunity of securing a perfect Daguerreotype likeness on the most favorable terms.

Just call and examine specimens, and see if we don’t perform all we advertise.  J. L. Harned.  J. S. Tileston.  Montpelier, Oct. 13th, 1846.

Advertisement ran from October 15 to 29, 1846.

1846 October 15.  Vermont Watchman and State Journal.  (Montpelier, Vermont.)  October 15, 1846, Vol. XL, No. 48, Whole No. 2087, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Now Is Your Time.  Messrs. Harner & Tileston (Recently from Van Loan & Magill’s [sic.] celebrated establishment, Philadelphia,) respectfully announce that they will remain at the Union House during the session of the legislature and will furnish likenesses (either separately or in groups,) in a style, which in point of richness of tone, and beauty of finish stand unrivalled and cannot fail of giving satisfaction.

They would particularly solicit the attention of members of the Legislature and strangers visiting Montpelier, as they are fully prepared to give all an opportunity of securing a perfect Daguerreotype likeness on the most favorable terms.

Just call and examine specimens, and see if we don’t perform all we advertise.  J. L. Harned.  J. S. Tileston.  Montpelier, Oct. 13th, 1846.

Advertisement ran from October 15 to 29, 1846.

1846 October 30.  Bellows Falls Gazette.  (Bellows Falls, Vermont.)  October 30, 1846, Vol. VIII, No. 51, Whole No. 415, P. 3.

Musical Daguerreotypes.—Messrs. Harned & Tileston advertise in a Montpellier paper that they  “will furnish likenesses, which in point of richness of tone, and beauty of finish, stands unrivalled, and cannot fail of giving entire satisfaction.”  They also invite the public to call and see them perform.  Montpelier must be a place of wonders, and the members of the Legislature will have a fine opportunity of seeing sights and hearing sounds there which cannot be seen and heard anywhere else!  We presume these musical Daguerreotypes are something like musical glasses, or bells!  Perhaps the Green Mountain Freeman can give us a history of the instrument.

Gunn, L. C.

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1847-1849       Southeast corner of Chestnut and Fifth Streets, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1847 December 3.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 3, 1847, Vol. XXIV, No. 60, P. 3.

Who So Foolish as to pay $2.50 for a Daguerreotype, when as good a one, and many say better, can be had at our rooms for $1.50?  Elliott & Gunn, S. E. corner of Fifth and Chestnut Streets, entrance on Fifth Street.

1847 December 30.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 30, 1847, Vol. XXIV, No. 83, P. 3.

Presents For The New Year!  Having purchased the Daguerreotype Establishment of W. R. Elliott, Southeast corner of Fifth and Chestnut Streets, and having fitted up the premises in a new style, and with entire new chemicals, we invite our friends, and all who wish to get a superior likenesses of a family group, to visit our rooms, The entrance is on Fifth street, and is pleasantly private.  Practical experience, and the superior advantages of our rooms for light, enable us to Guaranty, to such as have not seen our work, pictures of the finest and most finished character, and executed without a long and tedious delay.  Children taken from 2 to five seconds.  B. England,  L. C. Gunn.

1848 January 31.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  January 31, 1848, Vol. XXIV, No. 110, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes—“We had an opportunity, yesterday, of examining some Daguerreotype Portraits and Groups, recently executed by England & Gunn, Southeast corner of Fifth and Chestnut Streets.  They are most [exquisitely] finished and exceed in richness of coloring [ ? ] we have ever seen in this beautiful art”—[ ? ] 

Entrance to the Rooms, on Fifth Street, below Chestnut.

1848 February 11.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  February 11, 1848, Vol. XXIV, No. 120, P. 2.

England & Gunn Daguerreotype Rooms continue to be visited by our most respectable citizens.  The pictures are admitted to be among the best that have ever been taken and these are the best advertisements.  Rooms Southeast corner of Chestnut and Fifth Streets, entrance on Fifth street.

1848 February 19.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  February 19, 1848, Vol. XXIV, No. 127, P. 2.

George W. Kendall, of the N. O. Picayune, [celebrated] as the author of letters from Mexico, has been Daguerreotyped by England & Gunn, and can be seen at their Rooms, as also the likenesses of Major Bliss, General Quitman, and other distinguished individuals.  The likenesses are all pronounced admirable, multitudes are continually calling to see them.  Rooms Southeast corner of Chestnut and Fifth Sts., entrance on Fifth st. 

1848 March 6.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  March 6, 1848, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 56, Whole No. 4647, P. 1.

Better than the Best.—We noticed in our last paper a large and beautiful likeness of Henry Clay, executed by England & Gunn.  As we now learn, that the likeness was taken at a private house, on a stormy day; so that the artists had but little opportunity for showing their skill.  The result, however, was so good, that on being shown to Mr. Clay, he consented to visit the rooms of these gentlemen, at the south-east corner of Chestnut and Fifth streets, where the admirable arrangement of light enables them to give a peculiar softness and finish to their pictures.  Accordingly he went on Saturday; and we have before us now the picture which was taken.  We can [ ? ] show no greater praise than to say that it is one of the largest we have seen, and that it is remarkably beautiful!—every way worthy of the subject, and creditable to the artists.  We thought the first picture could not be excelled, but this is better.  Copies will be taken immediately for such as wish them.  

1848 March 6.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  March 6, 1848, Vol. XXIV, No. 140, P. 2.

Henry Clay—A very correct likeness of Henry Clay was taken a day or two ago by Messrs. England & Gunn.  The peculiarities of this distinguished personage are difficult to depict correctly in a Daguerreotype, but the gentlemen above named have overcome this difficulty, and given to the public a very striking likeness.

1848 March 6.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  March 6, 1848, Vol. XXIV, No. 140, P. 2.

England & Gunn’s large Daguerreotype Likeness of Henry Clay can be seen at their Rooms, Southeast corner of Chestnut & Fifth Streets.  It is pronounced by Mr. Clay’s most intimate friends to be the best that has ever been taken.  Copies can be furnished at $3 and $5,and being copied from so large a picture, they will be perfect as the original.

1848 March 11.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  March 11, 1848, Vol. XXIV, No. 146, P. 2.

The Artist of our city agree with the multitude, that England & Gunn’s large Daguerreotype likeness of Henry Clay, is the best that has been taken.  Perfect copies are furnished.  Also , likenesses taken in the most finished and artistic manner.  None but the best materials are used, as the pictures testify.  Rooms at S. E. corner of Chestnut and Fifth Sts.  Entrance of Fifth St.

1848 March 17.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  March 17, 1848, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 66, Whole No. 4657, P. 2.

A Portrait –Messrs. England & Gunn, Fifth and Chestnut streets, had an opportunity a day or two ago of taking a full length Daguerreotype Sketch of Mr. Clay.  It is quite a gem.

1848 March 17.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  March 17, 1848, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 66, Whole No. 4657, P. 2.

The Three Burglars.—Messrs. England & Gunn yesterday brought to our office, Daguerreotype portraits of the three colored burglars, who were recently arrested in New York and brought to this city.  They were daguerreotyped, with the object of assisting the officers of justice in their recapture, should they contrive to escape from present custody.

1848 March 18.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  March 18, 1848, Vol. XXIV, No. 151, P. 2.

Blitz Caught at Last—Blitz is the hardest customer to be caught that we ever saw, but Gunn, the Daguerreotypist, has done it.  He has caught Blitz likeness and printed that [prince of necromancers] in a very superior manner.  Blitz as never to be daunted, however and this [ ? ] on the evening in the Lecture Room of the Museum he will give the young and old folks a fair opportunity to catch him again.  Of course they [will] be there.[1]

1848 March 18.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  March 18, 1848, Vol. XXIV, No. 151, P. 2.

The Hon. Henry Clay Again has visited the rooms of England & Gunn since his return from New York.  They took a full length Daguerreotype portrait of him in the act of making a speech—the only of him ever taken—which he has honored with a written acknowledgment of his satisfaction.  It is already in the hands of an artist, and will be given to the public in a style befitting its perfection.

Rooms S. E. corner of Chestnut and Fifth Streets; entrance on Fifth Street.

1848 March 25.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  March 25, 1848, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 73, Whole No. 4664, P. 2.

Beauty and Greatness from Life At England & Gunn’s Daguerreotype Rooms.—Besides the numerous other flattering evidences of the estimation in which these Rooms are held, it may be stated that the Hon. Henry Clay visited them twice during his stay in this city—once for the purpose of having a large bust taken, and afterwards a full length portrait.  This last was the last picture of him taken in this city; and Mr. Clay and his friends have written certificates of their entire approbation, unsolicited by Messrs. E. & G.  The same can be said of no other picture, and of no other Daguerreotype establishment.

“A few of our artists have carried the thing as near perfection, perhaps, as it is possible to go.  Foremost among these, we mention the names of England & Gunn.”—Champion of American Labor.

“Prettiest specimens of the art we have ever seen.”—Spirit of the Times. 

“Very superior.”—Ledger.

“Better than the best.  Remarkable for fidelity, and for finish and effect throughout”. — Pennsylvania Inquirer.

“Surpass anything we have seen.”—True Sun.

“Splendid.” —Daily News.

Rooms Southeast corner of Chestnut and Fifth streets, entrance on Fifth Streets.

1848 March 28.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  March 28, 1848, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 75, Whole No. 4666 P. 2.

Mr. Van Buren.  Messrs. England & Gunn have just taken a capital daguerreotype of Ex-President Van Buren.  It is intended to form one of a series of engravings of our public men, which Messrs. E. & G. are preparing for the press.

1848 April 8.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  April 8, 1848, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 85, Whole No. 4676, P. 2.

Gems Of The Art.  The Daguerreotypes taken by England & Gunn are universally acknowledged to be the gems of the art.  For fidelity as likenesses, and for finish and general effect, they are unsurpassed. One such picture is worth a dozen poor ones.  The Hon. Henry Clay complimented these artist by visiting them twice, and having a full length portrait taken by them, which is now being cut in steel.  Ex-President Martin Van Buren has also had a full length portrait taken by them, which is likewise to be cut in steel. Among other beautiful specimens in their gallery, we noticed admirable likenesses of General Quitman, Major Bliss, Gen. Jesup, Col. Whiting, La Roy Sunderland, Signor [Elitz], Elder J. V. Hines, Dr. Samuel Jackson, &c. &c.

Rooms Southeast corner of Chestnut and Fifth streets, entrance on Fifth Street.

Advertisement ran from April 8 to 29, 1848.

1848 April 11.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  April 11, 1848, Vol. XXIV, No. 15, P. 2.

A Galaxy Of Names.—The Hon. Henry Clay, Ex-President Martin Van Buren, General Quitman, Col. Whitney, Gen’l Jessup, and many others, have recently given the preference to England & Gunn over all other Daguerreotypist in the city.  Comment is unnecessary.

The full length Portraits of Mr. Clay and Mr. Van Buren are selected by an artist for copying, and will be given to the public in a very beautiful style.

Rooms S, E. corner of Chestnut and Fifth Streets; entrance ofn Fifth Street.

1848 April 25.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  April 25, 1848, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 99, Whole No. 4690, P. 2.

While the Great Mass Meeting was assembled in Independence Square, yesterday afternoon, a Daguerreotype Sketch of it was taken by Messrs. England & Gunn.

1848 May 6.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  May 6, 1848, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 109, Whole No. 4700, P. 4.

The Largest Daguerreotype Likeness of General Taylor, which has ever been taken, can be seen at English & Gunn’s Rooms.

It is to be engraved by Sartain, and will be ready for sale before the Convention meets.

Also, the best likenesses of Henry Clay, Martin Van Buren, Major Bliss, Gen. Quitman, and Col. Whiting, and numerous Portraits and Family Groups.

Enterprise and Perfection is the motto.  Rooms S. E. corner of Chestnut and Fifth streets.  Entrance on Fifth street.

1848 May 10.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  May 10, 1848, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 112, Whole No. 4703, P. 2.

England & Gunn are collecting likenesses of all our great men.  Yesterday they took a large daguerreotype of General Twiggs, which is true to life.  Indeed, all their pictures, which we have seen, are very superior.

1848 June 6.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  June 6, 1848, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 135, Whole No. 4726, P. 2.

The friends of Mr. Clay will no doubt be gratified to learn that Mr. Haynes, of this city, is getting up a large full length portrait of the Sage of Ashland, to cut in steel, for embossing.  It represents him in the attitude of speaking.  It was taken from a Daguerreotype by England & Gunn, so justly celebrated in their line, after Mr. Clay’s return from New York, and is the only one of the kind in existence.  We have been shown the drawing, and can assure the friends of Mr. Clay, that that there is an earnestness about the expression, and a life like truthfulness, that place that great Statesman and Orator before us as no other drawing or painting has ever done.  We are informed that Mr. Haynes will exhibit the drawing during the Convention, for the purpose of obtaining subscribers, and we think that he may feel confident of hundreds of names.  The drawing may also be seen before 10 o’clock each morning, and from 12 to 2 o’clock, P. M., at the rooms of England & Gunn, southeast corner of Chestnut and Fifth streets; entrance on Fifth street.

1848 June 7.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  June 7, 1848, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 136, Whole No. 4727, P. 2.

Perfect Daguerreotypes.  Not only the eye perfect, but perfection in the whole picture.  To those who have failed in obtaining it elsewhere, we guarantee a perfect daguerreotype.  Our prices are moderate and will suit all. Strangers and others will fine it much to their advantage to call at our rooms, if they wish to get a superior picture.  In our gallery are the largest and best likenesses of Gen. Taylor and Henry Clay in the city, and of numerous other distinguished warriors and statesmen.  Open from 7 o’clock A. M., until 7 P. M.  Call early—Admission free.  England & Gunn.  Southeast corner Chestnut and Fifth streets, entrance on 5th street.

Advertisement ran from June 7 to 10, 1848.

1848 June 7.  North American and United States Gazette.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  June 7, 1848, Vol. LXV, No. 16,332, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes—First Quality—Delegates to the Convention and Strangers visiting the city, who wish their Daguerreotypes taken in a superior manner, can be [accommodated] at the shortest notice at our Rooms, Southeast corner Chestnut & Fifth Streets,—entrance on Fifth street.  We warrant all our Pictures to be the first quality, and guarantee satisfaction.  Open from 7 A. M. until 7 P. M.  England & Gunn.

Don’t forget, the entrance is on Fifth street, just below Chestnut.

Advertisement ran from June 6 to 12, 1848.

1848 June 20.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  June 20, 1848, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 147, Whole No. 4738, P. 2.

Perfect Daguerreotypes Can be made only by using the very best materials, and by preparing the plates so as to give them the highest possible finish, combined with artistic skill in the arrangement of the person.  Hence the admitted superiority of our pictures.  Prices as low as any in the city, for good pictures of the same size.  England & Gunn, S. E. Corner Chestnut and Fifth sts., entrance on Fifth st.

Advertisement ran from July 20 to 27, 1848.

1848 July 20.  The Pennsylvania Freeman.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  July 20, 1848, New Series—Vol. V, No. 29, P. 4.

Perfect Daguerreotypes Can be made only by using the very best materials, and by preparing the plates so as to give them the highest possible finish, combined with artistic skill in the arrangement of the person.  Hence the admitted superiority of our pictures.  Prices as low as any in the city, for good pictures of the same size.  England & Gunn, S. E. Corner Chestnut and Fifth sts., entrance on Fifth st.

Advertisement ran from July 20, 1848 to March 1, 1849.

1848 September 19.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  September 19, 1848, Vol. XXV, No. 152, P. 3.

Rare Chance To Make Money.—Wanted—A number of Persons to canvass the State immediately, and sell the likeness of Gov. Johnson, just published.  The most liberal terms offered.  Apply to England & Gunn, Daguerreotypist, Fifth St., below Chestnut.

Advertisement ran from September 19 to 21, 1848.

1848 November 16.  Daily Republic.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 16, 1848, Vol. 1, No. 35, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes Of Martin Van Buren, John Van Buren, John P. Hale, Henry Clay, Gov. Johnson, Gov. Geo. M. Dallas, Lucretia Mott, Gen. Nicholas P. Trist, and numerous other distinguished persons, have been taken by England & Gunn, in their inimitable life-like style.  Their Gallery is richly worth a visit; and the admission is free.  To such of our friends as wish to have pictures taken either now or for Christmas presents, we suggest the propriety of examining the very interesting specimens in this gallery, if they wish to know where the most perfect pictures we have ever seen are made.  It is in the Fifth Street, just below Chestnut.  O7.

1848 November 25.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 25, 1848, Vol. XXVI, No. 54, P. 2.

Two Premiums This Year, 1848.—The Daguerreotypes of England & Gunn have just been awarded the First Premium by the Maryland Institute at Baltimore, overall competition.  Add to this the Medal given to these artists by the Franklin Institute a few weeks ago, and it is very flattering, especially as they had been in business only nine months.  The public will see the difference between medals received several years ago, when the art was in it infancy, and medals received This Fall, over the very persons who had formerly received them.  Gallery in Fifth Street, just below Chestnut.

Advertisement ran from November 25 to 27, 1848.

1848 December 9.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 9, 1848, Vol. XXVI, No. 66, P. 2.

Two Premiums From Two Cities In 1848!—England & Gunn, the Daguerreotypists, in Fifth St., below Chestnut, have acquired greater celebrity in the nine months they have been in business than other operators in five or six years.  They have just been awarded the First Premium for the Best Daguerreotype Portraits over all competition from Philadelphia and elsewhere.

Advertisement ran from December 9, 1848 to January 8, 1849.

1848 December 11.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 11, 1848, Vol. XXVI, No. 67, P. 2.

Portrait of Gov. Johnston And John P. Hale.—Magnificent Prints, from original Daguerreotypes, sold wholesale and retail, by England & Gunn, Fifth Street, below Chestnut.

Advertisement ran from December 11, 1848 to January 10, 1849.

1848 December 21.  The Pennsylvania Freeman.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 21, 1848, New Series—Vol. V, No. 51, P. 3.

Portraits of Jno. P. Hale, Lithographed from a Daguerreotype by England & Gunn, are for sale at the Anti-Slavery office.

1849 January 1.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  January 1, 1849, Vol. XL, No. 1, Whole No. 6045, P. 3.

Portraits Of Gov. Johnston And John P. Hale.  Magnificent Prints from magnificent Daguerreotypes.  Sold wholesale and retail, by England & Gunn, Fifth street, below Chestnut.  de. 7.

Advertisement was recorded from January 1 to 25, 1849.[2]

1849 January 1.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  January 1, 1849, Vol. XL, No. 1, Whole No. 6045, P. 3.

Christmas Presents.  The best that can be made is a beautiful Daguerreotype, taken by England & Gunn, Fifth street below Chestnut.  These are the artists who, a few weeks ago, took Two Premiums from two different cities—the First premium over all competition from Philadelphia and elsewhere, at the Maryland Institute, besides their Medal at the Franklin Institute.  de. 7.

Advertisement was recorded from January 1 to 25, 1849.

1849 January 2.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  January 2, 1849, Vol. XXVI, No. 85, P. 3.

Found—A Lady’s Bag, containing money , &c., on the stairs leading to our Daguerreotype Gallery, corner of Fifth and Chestnut Streets.  England & Gunn.

Advertisement ran from January 2 to 4, 1849.

1849 January 27.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  January 27, 1849, Vol. XL, No. 24, Whole No. 6068, P. 2.

Large Daguerreotypes.  Nearly as cheap as small ones—and of the best materials—in magnificent gilt frames, suitable for parlors.  Call soon, as we have but a limited number of these frames, and they will be disposed of in a few days.  Two premiums received at this establishment for the best Daguerreotype portraits.  Our friends who wish their pictures taken at our Rooms, had better call now, as we expect to leave our present location shortly, to be absent several weeks.  England & Gunn, Fifth street, below Chestnut.

Advertisement ran from January 27 to March 28, 1849.

1849 March 3.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  March 3, 1849, Vol. XXVI, No. 137, P. 2.

A Card.  As we are about leaving the city for some time, we recommend to all our patrons who at the present time may wish to get Daguerreotypes of the first quality, to call on Messrs. McCless & Germon, corner of Eighth and Chestnut Sts.  We regard them as our first artists, and recommend their establishment with the fullest confidence.  March 1, 1849.

Advertisement was recorded on March 3 to 8, 1849.

1849 May 31.  The Pennsylvania Freeman.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  May 31, 1849, New Series—Vol. VI, No. 22, P. 4.

A Card.  As we are about leaving the city for some time, we recommend to all our patrons who at the present time may wish to get Daguerreotypes of the first quality, to call on Messrs. McCless & Germon, corner of Eighth and Chestnut Sts.  We regard them as our first artists, and recommend their establishment with the fullest confidence.  March 1, 1849.

Advertisement was recorded from May 31, 1849 to April 18, 1850.

1850 April 10.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  April 10, 1850, Vol. XXIX, No. 15, P. 2.

Re-Opening—Thomas Colley, Daguerreotypist, formerly of 129 Chestnut street, has opened the Saloon lately occupied by England & Gunn.  T. C. being one of the oldest and most experienced operators in the country, invites his friends, and the public generally, to call and examine his Specimens, which they will pronounce unsurpassed in excellence by any other establishment, and furnished at the following Reduced Rates.

½ sized Plate, usually sold at $5, for $3!

¼ sized do      do         do        $4,      $2!

⅙ sized do      do         do        $2½    $1!

N. B.—The half size plate, being the most suitable for family grouping, is particularly recommended; and the cheap rate at which it is furnished will afford ample reasons for the wise and economical to patronize Colley, 142 Chestnut street, Corner of Fifth street.

1850 April 14.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  April 14, 1850, Vol. II, No. 49, P. 2.

Re-Opening—Thomas Colley, Daguerreotypist, formerly of 129 Chestnut street, has opened the Saloon lately occupied by England & Gunn.  T. C. being one of the oldest and most experienced operators in the country, invites his friends, and the public generally, to call and examine his Specimens, which they will pronounce unsurpassed in excellence by any other establishment, and furnished at the following Reduced Rates.

½ sized Plate, usually sold at $5, for $3!

¼ sized do      do         do        $4,      $2!

⅙ sized do      do         do        $2½    $1!

N. B.—The half size plate, being the most suitable for family grouping, is particularly recommended; and the cheap rate at which it is furnished will afford ample reasons for the wise and economical to patronize Colley, 142 Chestnut street, Corner of Fifth street.

[1] Signor Blitz real name Antonio Van Zandt, Magician (1810-1877)

[2] No newspapers were available to be checked between June 30 to December 31, 1848.

Goddard, Paul Beck

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1840                Corner of Lodge Alley and Eighth Streets, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1840 February 8.  National Gazette and Literary Register.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  February 8, 1840, Vol. XX, No. 6072, P. 2.

To the Editors of the National Gazette.  Gentlemen—The notice which you have taken in the Gazette of Friday evening of specimens of Daguerreotype some time since produced in this city appears to me to require as an act of simple justice, a statement that my own are not by any means the only pieces which have been produced in this country prior to the arrival of the collection of Paris pictures for exhibition, in the hands of a French gentleman now in New York.  It is due to Mr. Joseph Saxton, Dr. Paul B. Goddard, Mr. Robert Cornelius and Mr. James Swain, to mention that each has made a number of successful attempts in the execution of the process of M. Daguerre.  They have moreover obtained their success by the means of apparatus entirely constructed in this country and by steps of the process considerably varied from the directions of the inventor of the art.  It may in addition be as well to recollect that three or four lectures on Daguerreotype have been given at as many successive monthly meetings of the Franklin Institute, by different members of that Institution and that the entire body of directions published by Daguerre, has been some time ago Translated by Mr. Frazer and published in the Journal of the Institute.

As M. Daguerre was pensioned by the French government for making known all that he had discovered and all which he should hereafter discover in regards to this art, it was doubtless the declaration of this fact, vouched by the first scientific authority in France, by the chambers and the throne of that nation, which induced scientific men and others on this side of the Atlantic to believe that in procuring the apparatus and following the instructions of the inventor they would not be liable to more than the ordinary chance of failure in imitating a new process, whether they should be favored by any personal instructions or not, and the degree of excellence and fidelity to nature attained in this city is entirely due to the labors and ingenuity of those who have devoted themselves to the practice and dissemination of the new and beautiful art, aided of course by the published instructions which the liberality of the French nation had caused to be made known to the world. 

I am, gentlemen, very respectfully, your obedient servant, Walter A. Johnson.

1840 July 4.  The Newport Mercury.  (Newport, Rhode Island.)  Vol. LXXIX, No. 4,082, P. 1.

The manner in which daguerreotype miniature likenesses are taken is thus described in the Mechanics’ Magazine.

Mr. Cornelius and Dr. Goodman (sic.) are now occupied at their establishment corner of Lodge Alley and Eighth Sts. Philadelphia, in taking likenesses, which are about seven by five inches in neat metallic gilt frames, and, are taken for five dollars.  As the likenesses are true the owners are, very often, too little flattered by the sun to be pleased with his painting, but as a French artist said to a friend of mine who complained that he had made him look like an assassin, the hellographist might reply “Sir, that is not my fault.”

The mode of proceeding of Dr. Goodman (sic.) and Mr. Cornelius is in this wise: out of the window of their room having a southern exposure, is projected horizontally, and at full length, a large looking glass to receive the rays of the sun, which are thrown up against another large mirror, so slanted, as to throw the light against the person whose likeness is to be taken, sitting at the opposite side of the room with his face to the window.  To soften the intense light thrown on the face by the mirrors, which would otherwise be intolerable, there is, suspended from the ceiling, a circular glass plate about three eights of an inch thick, of a very deep purple tinge, (which had once been used in the laboratory of the distinguished chemist, Dr. Hare,) for exciting electricity.

When the operate is seated on his chair, and subjected to the light transmitted through the purple glass, you would suppose all Mr. Cornelius wished was to make the fellow “look blue” but he will be relieved from such apprehension very soon, as it is only necessary to sit half a minute, or perhaps a minute, till the sun has, by his powerful pencil, trans mixed every lineament of your features with all their beauties and blemishes, in imperishable lines upon the plate of silver.  Before the person, and about four feet in front of him is a bureau, on top of which, is a mahogany tube or box, six or seven inches square and eighteen inches long open at both ends.  I the end next to the person (to be represented) is fixed a double convex lens about the size of a common burning glass, by which the figure of the face and bust is diminished to the proper size for the plate of silver on which the likeness is to be fixed.—When the person is seated, the, strong light is thrown from the mirrors through the purple plate upon the face, and bust and reflected thence through the lens and box and is transmitted to the plate of prepared silver fixed at the other end of the box.  Half a minute or more is sufficient to trace imperishably the delineation of the plate.

1866 July 6.  The Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  July 6, 1866, P. 4.

Paul B. Goddard, M. D.  Philadelphia has seldom lost a more eminent member of the medical profession than Paul Beck Goddard, who died on last Tuesday, having been ill but a short time.  With Dr. Goddard’s skill in medicine and surgery our citizens are well acquainted.  His talents were of the highest order, and his knowledge of the great science was wonderful in its grasp and extensiveness.  In our population of three-quarters of a million it is doubtful whether there are a hundred intelligent persons who have not heard of his abilities as a physician,  At one time he was Demonstrator of Anatomy in the University of Pennsylvania, where he acquired a most enviable reputation.

After the first battles of the war he received a commission from the Government as Volunteer Surgeon, and was placed in charge of one of the United States Hospitals located in Philadelphia.  In this capacity, by his untiring efforts, and earnest, whole souled zeal [he] rendered efficient service to the noble cause of the Union, and won the gratitude of our wounded heroes and their friends.

Dr. Goddard was a man who attained great popularity by reason of his intelligence, geniality of heart, and benevolent nature,  In his death the profession, generally, parts with one of its brightest ornaments.   

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

Douglass, Robert M. J.

Daguerreotypes, Engravers, Lithographs, Portrait Painter, , , ,

1850                54 Arch Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1850-1855       34 & 54 Arch Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.[1]

1858                Unknown Address, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

N. D.  The New York Historical Society’s Dictionary Of Artist In America 1564-1860.  (New Haven, Connecticut.  P. 186.

Douglass, Robert M. J.  (1809-1887).  Portrait, sign, and ornamental lithographer.  A Negro born in Philadelphia, February 8, 1809, Robert Douglass studied under Thomas Sully, Except for visits to Haiti, and England, he seemed to have worked almost exclusively in Philadelphia.  He exhibited one portrait at the Pennsylvania Academy in 1834.  He was recorded in the 1850 Census as Robert Douglass, engraver, age 37, mulatto, owning realty valued at $1,000; others in the house were his wife Sarah, age 21, mulatto, $1,000 in realty; and James F. Douglass, age 35, hairdresser, $1,000 in realty, the artist died probably in Philadelphia, on October 26, 1887.

1850 January 17.  The Pennsylvania Freeman.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  January 17, 1858, P. 4.

Daguerreotypes, The Arch Street Gallery of Daguerreotype.  Price from $1.50 to $5.  The most perfect Instrument that can be procured, is here made use of.  Students of this fascinating Art, furnished with Apparatus and Instruction.  No. 54 Arch St.  Philada.  R. Douglass.           

1858 September 17.  The Daily Exchange.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  September 17, 1858, Vol. I, No. 178, P.1.

The Colored National Emigration Convention has finished its sitting at Chatham, C. W.  The results which have been reached at this last convention, are the recommendation of a select emigration of the enterprising among the colored people, and the appointment of a “Niger Valley Exploring Party.”  The parties already appointed are Robert Douglas, of Philadelphia, Dr. Delany, of Chatham, C. W., and Robert Campbell, of Philadelphia.  Mr. Douglas goes out as an Artist, Photographer, &c., Mr. Campbell as a Naturalist and Botanist.  Their object is to explore the fertile valley of the Niger, the region known as the Yoruba county, and ascertain whether the reports which have been rendered will warrant an emigration to that land.

[1] Directory of Pennsylvania Photographers, 1839-1900.

Cremer, James

Daguerreian Stock and Materials, Photographic Stock and Chemicals, Retailer, Stereoviews, , , , , , , , ,

1849                102 Williams Street, New York, New York.

1852                241 Essex Street, Salem, Massachusetts.

1852-1854       144 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1854-1855       Holmes, Booth & Hayden’s, New York, New York.

1857-1859       South West corner of Sixth & Chestnut, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1859                18 South Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1849 March 13.  New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  March 13, 1849, Whole No. 5394, P. 1.

Levi Chapman, No. 102 William street, New York, Manufacturer Of The  Celebrated Magic Razor Strop, of four sides; also Pocket Books, Wallets, Spectacle and Bankers’ Cases, in every variety, on the most extensive scale.

Daguerreotype Cases $144    

{Medium sizes, from $18 to $60 per gross.

{Quarter sizes, from size from $83 2 to $[30] to $84 per gross.

{Half sizes, from $82 to $144 per gross.

Mats and Preservers of all kinds.  Geo. Dabbs, Jas. Creamer, Agents.

1852 February 16.  Salem Register.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  February 16, 1852, Vol. LIII, No. 14, P. 3.

Removal.  Daguerreotype Rooms D. W. Bowdoin Has removed from his Old Rooms opposite the Market, to No. 241 Essex Street, ( A few doors above Washington street), where he has built one of the best arranged Establishments in New England, for taking Likenesses and Pictures in every style of the Art.  — Also—

Has formed a Co-Partnership with James Cremer, for the sale of Daguerreotype Goods of every description.  Artists are respectfully invited to call and examine our select Stock of Goods .

Instruction Given in the Art.  Cremer & Bowdoin.

Advertisement ran from February 16 to May 31, 1852.

1852 June 14.  Salem Register.  (Salem, Massachusetts.)  June 14, 1852, Vol. LIII, No. 49, P. 3.

Dissolution of Copartnership.  The Copartnership heretofore existing under the firm of Cremer & Bowdoin is this day dissolved by mutual consent.  James Cremer, D. W. Bowdoin.  Salem, June 9, 1852.

James Cremer & Co.  Are authorized to settle all claims against, and receive all debts due the said firm of Cremer & Bowdoin, at 144 Washington Street, Boston, where they are now fitting up a sales room, and will open a large and select stock of Daguerreotype Goods of every description.  The attention of Artists is respectfully invited.  Orders promptly attended to.  James Cremer & Co.  June 14, 1852.

Advertisement ran from June 14 to July 12, 1852

1852 November 15.  Humphrey’s Daguerreian Journal.  (New York, New York.)  November 15, 1852, Vol. IV, P. 240.

Cremer, formerly of Salem, Mass., has now opened a large stock establishment in Boston, under the firm of Cremer & Co.—Cremer will do his share of trade, and no mistake.

1854 January 1.  Humphrey’s Journal.  (New York, New York.)  January 1, 1854, P. 287.

John Sawyer & Co., James Cremer & Co., and B. French, of Boston, Mass keep Daguerreotype stock for sale.

1854 August 15.  Humphrey’s Daguerreian Journal.  (New York, New York.)  August 15, 1854, P. 143.

James Cremer, formerly of the firm of James Cremer & Co., of Boston, has become a partner in the company of Holmes, Booth & Hayden’s, in this city.  Mr. C. has a numerous list of friends and no doubt will prove a valuable auxiliary to this establishment.

1855 February 1.  Humphrey’s Journal.  (New York, New York.)  February 1, 1855, P. 327.

James Cremer, now with Holmes, Booth & Hayden’s, is about opening an establishment in the city of Philadelphia, for the sale of Daguerreotypes stock

1857 March 25.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  March 25, 1857, Vol. XLIII, No. 2, P. 3.

Important To Daguerreotypist.—Great reduction in price of Melainotype Patent Rights, of from $20 to $3 each, for an individual right.  Authorized Agent James Cremer, S. W. corner of Sixth and Chestnut sts., Phila.

1857 December 18.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 18, 1857, Vol. 1, No. 119, P. 3.

Just Received and for Sale low, a large lot of imported Frames suitable for Photographs.  James Cremer, S. W. cor. Sixth and Chestnut St., up stairs.

N. B. Gold Lockets for Miniatures at Cost. 

1858 July 21.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  July 21, 1858, Vol. XLV, No. 103, P. 4.

To Photographers.—Just Received, Hardwick’s fourth edition Photographic Chemistry Price 75 cents.  James Cremer, Photographic Stock Dealer.  S, W, corner Sixth and Chestnut sts.

1859 July 3.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  July 3, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 10, P. 1.

History of Chestnut Street.  McClees & Co., successors to James Cremer, daguerreotype and photograph stock depot.

1859 October 9.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 9, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 24, P. 2.

The First Premium for Stereoscopes, at the late State Fair, was awarded to James Cremer & Co., of 18 South Eighth street, who had a large variety of pictures upon exhibition.  Public buildings, natural scenes, life groups, are brought out with startling fidelity by this instrument.  Cremer & Co. furnish an instrument and a dozen pictures for $2.50.  The price is so cheap that the firm do a large business.

1859 October 14.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 14, 1859, Vol. XLVIII, No. 17, P. 2.

The Largest assortment of Stereoscopic Pictures ever offered for sale in this city, is at 18 South Eighth Street.  Cremer & Co.

A Stereoscope and one dozen Pictures, $2.50.

1859 October 16.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 16, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 25, P. 2.

Newly Imported splendid French views and groups, the finest ever imported, have just been received by the International Stereoscope Company, and are to be seen at the stereoscopic depot of James Cremer & Co., No. 18 South Eighth street.  They are beautiful indeed.  This enterprising firm now furnish a stereoscope and twelve pictures for a surprisingly low sum of $2.50.  They are doing well.

1859 October 18.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 18, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 66, P. 3.

The best and most instructive amusement is the Stereoscopic Groups and Views, found at the new Stereoscopic Emporium of J. Cremer & Co., 18 South Eighth street.

1859 October 25.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 25, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 72, P. 3.

Present Your Friends with a Stereoscope and Pictures, the handsomest gift you can offer.  To be found of superior quality and variety, at the new Stereoscope Emporium, 18 South Eighth street.  James Cremer & Co.

1859 October 27.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 27, 1859, Vol. XLVIII, No. 28, P. 2.

Stereoscope And Pictures take the lead of all articles suitable for presents.  Found in greatest variety at 18 South Eighth street.  James Cremer & Co.

1859 November 15.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 15, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 90, P. 2.

Just Received—A splendid assortment of French Groups and English Scenery, which are now offered for sale, at the New Emporium, 18 South Eighth street.  James Cremer & Co.

1859 November 15.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 15, 1859, Vol. XLVIII, No. 44, P. 2.

A Splendid Variety of French Groups and English Scenery, the finest ever imported, now offered for sale at the New Emporium.  18 South Eighth st.  Jas. Cremer & Co.,

1859 November 23.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 23, 1859, Vol. XLVIII, No. 51, P. 2.

Present Your Friends with a Stereoscope and Pictures.  You cannot please them better.  The largest assortment in the city at the New Emporium, 18 South Eighth street.  Jas. Cremer & Co.

1859 November 27.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 27, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 31, P. 2.

For the amusement of the home circle, or the delight of strangers, there is nothing better than a stereoscope.  It is an assistant to your knowledge of foreign lands, which brings the natural appearance of celebrated scenes directly before the eye.  The best place at which to buy stereoscopes is from James Cremer & Co., No. 18 South Eighth street.  They are specially engaged in the business, and have a large stock.

1859 December 3.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 3, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 105, P. 3.

Christmas Presents.—All who view the Stereoscopes and Pictures remark!  How beautiful appropriate for a Christmas Gift!  Emporium 18 South Eighth street.  Open evenings.  Jas. Cremer & Co.

1859 December 4.  Sunday Dispatch.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 4, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 32, P. 2.

Home delights are what every one should cultivate.  Home joys are what every one will approve of.  Therefore we say, in the most distinct manner, that the possession of a stereoscope, and a collection of stereoscopic views, will compensate you for your outdoor allurements.  Messrs. James Cremer & Co., 18 South Eighth street, have a fine collection of these instruments, and an immense number of views and groups, &c.

1859 December 8.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 8, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 110, P. 3.

Holiday is Coming.—A Christmas gift of the Stereoscope and Pictures will afford more pleasure than anything you can offer.  The largest assortment in the city at the Emporium, 18 South Eighth street.  Jas. Cremer & Co.

1859 December 20.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 20, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 120, P. 2.

Christmas Presents.—Now ready for sale, the  largest and most beautiful assortment of Stereoscope, and Pictures, suitable for Christmas Gifts, at the Emporium, No. 18 South Eighth street.  Jas. Cremer & Co.

1859 December 29.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 29, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 127, P. 2.

Holiday Gifts—The Stereoscope and Pictures, truly a New Year’s present.  It will afford pleasure for the whole year.  Emporium, 18 South Eighth street, James Cremer & Co.

1893 January 27.  New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 27, 1893, Vol. 27, P. 1.

Deaths…Cremer.—Suddenly, on Wednesday, January 25, James Cremer, aged 72 years.  

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

Cornelius & Goddard

Daguerreotypes, , , ,

1840                Corner of Lodge Alley and Eighth Streets, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1840 July 4.  The Newport Mercury.  (Newport, Rhode Island.)  Vol. LXXIX, No. 4,082, P. 1.

The manner in which daguerreotype miniature likenesses are taken is thus described in the Mechanics’ Magazine.

Mr. Cornelius and Dr. Goodman (sic.) are now occupied at their establishment corner of Lodge Alley and Eighth Sts. Philadelphia, in taking likenesses, which are about seven by five inches in neat metallic gilt frames, and, are taken for five dollars.  As the likenesses are true the owners are, very often, too little flattered by the sun to be pleased with his painting, but as a French artist said to a friend of mine who complained that he had made him look like an assassin, the hellographist might reply “Sir, that is not my fault.”

The mode of proceeding of Dr. Goodman (sic.) and Mr. Cornelius is in this wise: out of the window of their room having a southern exposure, is projected horizontally, and at full length, a large looking glass to receive the rays of the sun, which are thrown up against another large mirror, so slanted, as to throw the light against the person whose likeness is to be taken, sitting at the opposite side of the room with his face to the window.  To soften the intence light thrown on the face by the mirrors, which would otherwise be intolerable, there is, suspended from the ceiling, a circular glass plate about three eights of an inch thick, of a very deep purple tinge, (which had once been used in the laboratory of the distinguished chemist, Dr. Hare,) for exciting electricity.

When the operate is seated on his chair, and subjected to the light transmitted through the purple glass, you would suppose all Mr. Cornelius wished was to make the fellow “look blue” but he will be relieved from such apprehension very soon, as it is only necessary to sit half a minute, or perhaps a minute, till the sun has, by his powerful pencil, trans mixed every lineament of your features with all their beauties and blemishes, in imperishable lines upon the plate of silver.  Before the person, and about four feet in front of him is a bureau, on top of which, is a mahogany tube or box, six or seven inches square and eighteen inches long open at both ends.  I the end next to the person (to be represented) is fixed a double convex lens about the size of a common burning glass, by which the figure of the face and bust is diminished to the proper size for the plate of silver on which the likeness is to be fixed.—When the person is seated, the, strong light is thrown from the mirrors through the purple plate upon the face, and bust and reflected thence through the lens and box and is transmitted to the plate of prepared silver fixed at the other end of the box.  Half a minute or more is sufficient to trace imperishably the delineation of the plate.

Broadbent, Samuel

Ambrotypes, Daguerreian Stock and Materials, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, Portrait Painter, , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

1841-1843       136 Nassau Street, New York, New York.

1842-1843       Rooms opposite Central Hotel, Macon, Georgia.

1843                American Hotel, Madison, Georgia.

1843                Masonic Hall, Augusta, Georgia,

1843-1844       Rooms over Mrs. Bullard’s (Miss Kendrick) Store, Congress Street, Savannah, Georgia.

1844                Rooms over J. L. Jones & Co.’s Clothing Store, Mulberry Street, Macon, Georgia.

1845                Rooms over Ives & Brothers Dry Goods Store, Broad Street, Columbus, Georgia.

1845                Rooms over J. L. Jones & Co.’s Clothing Store, Mulberry Street,, Macon, Georgia.

1845                Mitchell’s New Building, over Field & King’s Store, Athens, Georgia.

1845                271 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina.

1845-1846       Maybin Hotel, Columbia, South Carolina.[1]

1846                Address Unknown, Hartford, Connecticut.1

1846                Rooms over Mrs. Bueaulard’s Store, Congress Street, Savannah, Georgia.

1846-1847       Corner of Market-Square and Bryan Street, Savannah, Georgia.

1847-1848       A few doors below Dr. Evans’s Drug Store, Wilmington, North Carolina. 

1848                Rooms over Hart & Polley’s Store, Wilmington, North Carolina.

1848                Rooms in the New Hotel, Fayetteville, North Carolina.

1848                Rooms At B. B. Smith’s Building, Raleigh, North Carolina.

1848-1849       211 Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland.

1849-1850       Third & Market, Glazier Building, Wilmington, Delaware.[2]

1850                Rooms over Mr. Lewis’ Office, Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania.

1851-1857       136 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1858                428 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1859-1862       814 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1862-1863       912 & 914 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1840 January 4.  The Constitutionalist.  (Augusta, Georgia.)  January 4, 1840.  Vol. XVII, No. 64, P. 4.

List of Letters remaining in the Post Office…S. Broadbent.

1840 May 15.  The Southern Banner.  (Athens, Georgia.)  May 15, 1840, Vol. IX, No. 9, P. 3.

S, Broadbent, Miniature Painter, At the Town Hall, directly over the Post Office.  Specimens may be seen at his room.

Advertisement ran from May 15 to June 5, 1840.

1840 November 3.  The Constitutionalist.  (Augusta, Georgia.)  November 3, 1840.  Vol. XVIII, No. 87, P. 3.

List of Letters remaining in the Post Office…S. Broadbent.

1841 April 17.  New York Mechanic.  (New York, New York.)  April 17, 1841, New Series—    Vol. 1, No. 16, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Portraits, Taken with or without Sunlight, from ten o’clock, A. M. until dark, every day at the Studio of Professor Morse, No. 136 Nassau Street, opposite the Brick Church, by S. Broadbent.

Professor Morse, Will Generally Be In Attendance.

N. B.—Portraits are taken equally well in Cloudy , and even in Stormy weather.

More recently likenesses are taken in the sunlight in one second of time, without the sun in Twenty Seconds.

Advertisement ran from April 17 to August 21, 1843.

1842 December 8.  Georgia Messenger.  (Macon, Georgia.)  December 8, 1842, Vol. XX, No. 42, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Portraits.—If any one wants a fac simile of his countenance, as accurately as nature can copy it, (or of a friend,) let him call at the room of Mr. Broadbent, opposite the Central Hotel.  Mr. Broadbent has been the pupil of Professor Morse, the President of the National Academy; and the execution of his work is more perfect, and the features and outlines of his miniatures more plainly and strikingly delineated, than we have ever before seen.

1842 December 15.  Georgia Messenger.  (Macon, Georgia.)  December 15, 1842, Vol. XX, No. 43, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Portraits.  S. Broadbent respectfully announces to the citizens of Macon and vicinity, that he has taken Rooms over the store formerly occupied by Wm. B. Parker, opposite the Central Hotel, where he will be happy to wait upon Ladies and Gentlemen, who wish to see specimens, or have their Likeness taken by the Photographic Art.

Advertisement ran on December 15 & 22, 1842.

1843 January 12.  Georgia Messenger.  (Macon, Georgia.)  January 12, 1843, Vol. XX, No. 47, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Mr. Broadbent has been wee encouraged by our citizens.  His likenesses are as faithful as reflection can make them, and if it is a satisfaction to any one to have a faithful resemblance of wife, children or friends, the opportunity is now offered them.  

1843 February 16.  Georgia Messenger.  (Macon, Georgia.)  February 16, 1843, Vol. XX, No. 52, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Portraits.  Mr. Broadbent respectfully informs the citizens of Macon that he has just returned from New York, and will remain in this city for a short time, and that those who wish their Portraits taken can now be gratified.

Advertisement ran on February 16 & 23, 1843.

1843 May 20.  Southern Miscellany.  (Madison, Georgia.)  May 20, 1843, Vol. II, No. 8, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Mr. Broadbent is at present at the American Hotel, where he is prepared to take miniatures of such as may desire them, in a superior style.  We have seen several of Mr. Broadbent’s pictures, and do not hesitate to pronounce them superior to any we have yet seen.  Mr. B. has certainly brought the art to perfection.  Let those who doubt visit his rooms.

1843 June 2.  Daily Chronicle & Sentinel.  (Augusta, Georgia.)  June 2, 1843, Vol. VII, No. 128, P. 2.

Photographic Miniatures.  By reference to the advertisement of Mr. Broadbent, it will be seent hat he has taken rooms at the Masonic Hall, where he proposes to take miniatures by the aid of this astonishing art.  Mr. B. has exhibited to us, and left in our possession, some specimens of his proficiency, which are, indeed, very satisfactory and should commend him to the favor of those who desire to obtain miniatures.

1843 June 2.  Daily Chronicle & Sentinel.  (Augusta, Georgia.)  June 2, 1843, Vol. VII, No. 128, P. 3.

 Daguerreotypes.—S. Broadbent respectfully announces that he has taken rooms at the Masonic Hall, where he will remain a few days only, and will be happy to wait upon Ladies and Gentlemen who may wish to see specimens, or have their likenesses taken by the Daguerreotype process.

1843 October 7.  Savannah Daily Republican.  (Savannah, Georgia.)  October 7, 1843, Vol. XLI, No. 285, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Portraits.—We call the attention of our citizens as well as that of strangers visiting the city, to the advertisement of Mr. Broadbent, which appears in our columns this morning.  We have examined several of his likenesses, and unhesitatingly pronounce them superior to any that we have ever before seen.  They have mor the appearance of a painted portrait than the common Daguerreotype likeness. Mr. B’s stay in this city will not be long, and we therefore recommend our friends to give him an early call

1843 October 7.  Savannah Daily Republican.  (Savannah, Georgia.)  October 7, 1843, Vol. XLI, No. 285, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Portraits.—S. Broadbent, having taken Rooms over the store occupied by Mrs. Bullard, Congress-street, opposite Pulaski House—will be happy to wait upon Ladies and Gentlemen, who wish to see Specimens, or  have their Likenesses, taken by the Daguerreotype process.

Mr. B.’s Portraits have all the colors of the complexion, dress, &c., and warranted superior to any Specimens that can be produced in New York, or elsewhere, or no charge.  

1843 October 17.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  October 17, 1843, Vol. IX, No. 275, Whole No. 3497, P. 3.

Philadelphia Daguerreotype Establishment.  Exchange Building, Rooms 26 & 27.  The Subscribers, has received a large supply of Voigtander’s celebrated Daguerreotype Apparatus, large and small sizes, with achromatic lenses made according to Professor Petzval’s calculation.

Also a new supply of the best plates and chemicals, which he warrants good and sells at reduced prices.

The following gentlemen have agreed to act as their agents, viz:—

E. White, 175 Broadway, N. Y.  P. Haas, Esq., Washington, D. C.  Dr. A. Caspari, Richmond, Va.  S. Broadbent, Esq., for the Southern States.  William West, Esq., Cincinnati, Ohio.          

All communications (post paid) and orders, accompanied with remittance, will be promptly attended to, and should be directed to William Langenheim, Exchange Building, Phila.

Advertisement ran from October 17, 1843 to January 26, 1844.

1843 October 17.  Savannah Daily Republican.  (Savannah, Georgia.)  October 17, 1843, Vol. XLI, No. 242, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Portraits.—S. Broadbent, respectfully announces that he has taken Rooms over the store occupied by Miss Kendrick and Mrs. Bullard, in Congress-street, opposite the Pulaski House, where he will be happy to wait upon Ladies and Gentlemen, who wish to see Specimens, or have their Likenesses, taken by the Daguerreotype process.

Mr. B.’s Portraits have all the colors of the complexion, dress, &c., and are warranted superior to any Specimens that can be produced done in New York, or elsewhere.

Groups of two or more taken on one plate, (whole family groups taken.)

Portraits taken equally well in cloudy, or even in stormy weather.

Advertisement ran from October 17 to November 1, 1843.

1843 November 7.  Savannah Daily Republican.  (Savannah, Georgia.)  November 7, 1843, Vol. XLI, No. 258, P. 2.

Mr. Broadbent’s Daguerreotype Likenesses.—It is only recently that we have paid much attention to the really excellent work of Mr. Broadbent, in this new art.  So repeated have been the failures of all similar attempts here, so imperfect have been the portraits which we have hitherto seen of this kind, that we have never held the method in proper estimations.  The likenesses of Mr. Broadbent are full of merit.  They are perhaps a little too true to be pleasing in some instances, but they are perfect.  The effect of light and shade and foreshortening, is precisely that which the most eminent artist known how to reach, while the peculiar contrast and gradation of colors cause them to present an appearance somewhat between a steel and mezzotint engraving.  Mr. B. has a method of precipitating gold upon the finished picture which prevents any change in it from lapse of time, whether from oxidation or otherwise.  Napoleon was but poorly gratified when Isabey told him that he could paint a picture which should last 400 years.  We can see no reason why these pictures should have any limit to their duration.  Chemically speaking there is a necessity of their continuous perfection.  Their price brings them within the reach of every one.  Mr. B.’s stay in Savannah will not be protracted much longer, as he has engagements elsewhere.  Those therefore, who desire to send cherished friends, true likenesses  of themselves, ought to make immediate application.

1843 December 8.  Savannah Daily Republican.  (Savannah, Georgia.)  December 8, 1843, Vol. XLI, No. 284, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Portraits, By S. Broadbent—Taken every day without regard to weather, (equally well in cloudy or even stormy weather) either with or without colours, and warranted superior to any taken in this city or elsewhere, or no charge.

Room in Congress street, over the store occupied by Miss Kendrick, late Mrs. Beaulard.

Mr. B. has just received a large supply of French Plates, No. 20, also, Scovill’s, Corduan’s and German Plates, and Morocco Cases; which he offers for sale by the gross or dozen, at New York prices.

Mr. B. is agent for the sale of German Instruments, and has them for sale at the importer’s price.

Advertisement ran from December 8, 1843 to January 6, 1844.

1844 February 17.  Savannah Daily Republican.  (Savannah, Georgia.)  February 17, 1844, Vol. XLII, No. 41, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Portraits—By S. Broadbent.—Rooms over the store occupied by Miss Kendrick, Congress street.

N. B. Mr. B. will remain in Savannah but a short time longer.  He will be happy to wait upon Ladies and Gentlemen who wish to examine Specimens, or have their Likenesses taken, and hope that they will make it convenient to call soon.

Daguerreotype Apparatus, Plates, Cases, &c. for sale at New York prices.

Advertisement ran from February 17 to March 1, 1844.

1844 March 8.  Savannah Daily Republican.  (Savannah, Georgia.)  March 8, 1844, Vol. XLII, No. 58, P. 3.

A Card—Daguerreotype.—S. Broadbent, begs leave respectfully to tender his thanks to the citizens of Savannah, for the liberal patronage he has received during his stay here, and hopes that those who wish, will avail themselves of this opportunity of having their Portraits taken, as he intends remaining a short time longer, and would advise all such that the weather is now vary favorable.

Advertisement ran from March 8 to 16, 1844.

1844 April 15.  Savannah Daily Republican.  (Savannah, Georgia.)  April 15, 1844, Vol. XLII, No. 89, P. 3.

The Last Call—Daguerreotype.—Mr. Broadbent begs leave once more to remind those who wish their portraits. That te will remain one week longer only (and as he has recently made some improvements, he is sure of giving perfect satisfaction to such as wish  their Likeness taken.

Rooms over Miss Kendrick’s store, Congress st., opposite the Palaski House.

1844 April 24.  Savannah Daily Republican.  (Savannah, Georgia.)  April 24, 1844, Vol. XLII, No. 97, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Once More, Since the last call, Mr. Broadbent has been detained longer than he anticipated, and begs leave to say, that he will be detained a very few days longer, and will be happy to wait upon those who desire to have their Likenesses taken.

Advertisement ran from April 24 to 29, 1844.

1844 May 6.  Savannah Daily Republican.  (Savannah, Georgia.)  May 6, 1844, Vol. XLII, No. 107, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.—Mr. Broadbent will take no miniatures after this day.  Those who intend to sit for their pictures must therefore call, as this will be the last opportunity afforded them.

1844 May 11.  Savannah Daily Republican.  (Savannah, Georgia.)  May 11, 1844, Vol. XLII, No. 112, P. 2.

Not Gone Yet.—Daguerreotype!—Mr. Broadbent, having Portraits engaged for several families, is encouraged to remain until the last of the week, and hopes that those who desire their Portraits, will avail themselves of this opportunity.

1844 May 14.  Savannah Daily Republican.  (Savannah, Georgia.)  May 14, 1844, Vol. XLII, No. 114, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Again—Still Here!—S. Broadbent is yet on hand ready to wait upon Ladies and Gentlemen, who wish their Likenesses taken.

Advertisement ran from May 14 to 18, 1844.

1844 June 7.  Savannah Daily Republican.  (Savannah, Georgia.)  June 7, 1844, Vol. XLII, No. 185, P. 3.

Per brig Clinton, sailed yesterday for New York—…S. Broadbent…

1844 October 24.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  October 24, 1844, Vol. XLII, No. 12816, P. 3.

Arrivals at the Charleston Hotel.  October 23, 1844.  S. Broadbent, Residence.  New-York.

1844 November 28.  Georgia Messenger.  (Macon, Georgia.)  November 28, 1844, Vol. XXII, No. 42, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Portraits The subscriber respectfully announces his return to Macon, and that he has taken rooms over J. L. Jones & Co.’s Clothing Store, Mulberry Street, and proposes taking Portraits of such as wish, by the Daguerreotype process.

Portraits with or without color, and warranted equal to any in the world.

Those who wish Portraits, will please call soon, as Mr. B. will remain but a short time.  S. Broadbent.

Advertisement ran from November 28 to December 19, 1844.

1844. December 3.  The Weekly Telegraph.  (Macon, Georgia.)  December 3, 1844, Vol. 1, No. 10, Whole No. 946, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Portraits The subscriber respectfully announces his return to Macon, and that he has taken rooms over J. L. Jones & Co.’s Clothing Store, Mulberry Street, and proposes taking Portraits of such as wish, by the Daguerreotype process.

Portraits with or without color, and warranted equal to any in the world.

Those who wish Portraits, will please call soon, as Mr. B. will remain but a short time.  S. Broadbent.

Advertisement ran from December 3 to 24, 1844.

1845 February 12.  Weekly Columbus Enquirer.  (Columbus, Georgia.)  February 12, 1845, Vol. XVIII, No. 8, P. 1.

Colored Daguerreotype Portraits.  The Subscribers respectfully announces that they have taken rooms over Messrs. Ives & Brother’s Dry Goods Store, Broad street, and are prepared to take likenesses of such as wish, by the Daguerreotype process, beautifully colored, and warranted superior to any done in New York or elsewhere, or no charge.

This is a favorable opportunity for those who wish to preserve the resemblances of their parents, relatives or friends, and as we shall remain but a short time, those who wish their portraits will do well to call soon.  S. Broadbent & Co

Advertisement ran from February 12 to March 12, 1845.

1845 April 2.  Weekly Columbus Enquirer.  (Columbus, Georgia.)  April 2, 1845, Vol. XVIII, No. 15, P. 2.

Broadbent’s Daguerreotype.  We had often seen notices of the superior excellence of Broadbent’s pictures, and have always heard him spoken of as excelling all others in the Daguerreotype—and we really think him deserving of all the praise that has been awarded him.  His pictures are more highly finished, and have a strength, brilliancy and beauty about them, that we have never seen in Daguerreotype pictures before. 

We have seen a few specimens of Miniature Paintings by Broadbent, which show him to be an artist of very superior skill, and probably his artistical skill may be one reason why he excels in the Daguerreotype.

Mr. B. intimates that he will leave in a few days, and we would advise all those who wish their portraits to call on him at once, as probably there may never occur an opportunity of getting portraits equal to Broadbent’s Daguerreotypes, which are infinitely superior as likenesses, and consequently more valuable, than any painted portrait in the world.

1845 April 9.  The Columbus Times.  (Columbus, Georgia.)  April 9, 1845, Vol. V, No. 15, P. 2.

For The Times.  Daguerreotype.  Messrs. Editors:—Having recently visited the operating room of Mr. Broadbent, over Ives & Brothers Store in this city, who is now engaged in taking Miniature likenesses, I was astonished to see what perfection this beautiful art has attained.  Among his specimens I saw many familiar faces which I daily meet, and so natural are they, that were they Busts, instead of Pictures , nothing is wanting save the infusion of the breath of life, to make them real or second self.  Mr. B. being an Artist, (with the aid of the magic pencil, or some other secret charm,) imparts a coloring to his pictures which makes them vie with nature itself.  I understand that he will remain in the city but a few days longer; therefore all persons interested in obtaining a perfect resemblance of themselves, or friends, will improve the golden moment, and resort at once to his room, where almost in a twinkling he will indelibly stamp their features on something more lasting than paper, or durable than wood.

1845 April 9.  The Columbus Times.  (Columbus, Georgia.)  April 9, 1845, Vol. V, No. 15, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Portraits, Mr. Broadbent, Having engagements with several families, is induced to remain during this, and perhaps a part of next week, and in the mean time he will be happy to wait upon others who may favor him with a call.  He insures his customers that their portraits shall be taken in the best possible manner.

1845 April 9.  Weekly Columbus Enquirer.  (Columbus, Georgia.)  April 9, 1845, Vol. XVIII, No. 16, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Again.  Mr. Broadbent, Having engagements with several families, is induced to remain during this, and perhaps a part of next week, and in the mean time he will be happy to wait upon others who may favor him with a call.  He insures his customers that their portraits shall be taken in the best possible manner.

N. B.  Portraits taken equally well in cloudy and even stormy weather.

1845 April 9.  The Columbus Times.  (Columbus, Georgia.)  April 9, 1845, Vol. V, No. 16, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Portraits.  Mr. Broadbent, one of the most successful artist in this country in taking Daguerreotype portraits, is still in this city.—His pictures must satisfy anyone of the perfection to which he has arrived in the art of taking impressions from the human face Divine, more perfect and distinct than can be effected by the engraver.

1845 April 16.  Weekly Columbus Enquirer.  (Columbus, Georgia.)  April 16, 1845, Vol. XVIII, No. 17, P. 3.

Not Gone Yet.  Mr. Broadbent, Will remain a few days longer.  All who wish to avail themselves of the opportunity of having their Portraits taken by him, will do well to apply soon.

Specimens may be seen at his rooms which will satisfy any one of the superiority of his Pictures, as being bettered colored, more bold, perfect and distinct, than any taken elsewhere.

Portraits taken equally well in all kinds of weather.  Rooms over Ives & Brother’s Dry Goods Store, at the Central Hotel.

1845 April 24.  Georgia Messenger.  (Macon, Georgia.)  April 24, 1845, Vol. XXIII, No. 10, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Portraits.  The subscriber respectfully informs his friends and the public, that he has taken the rooms recently occupied by Mr. Broadbent, over J. L. Jones & Co.’s Clothing Store, Mulberry street, where he is prepared to take Portraits by the Daguerreotype process.  He is provided with a very superior instrument, and the latest improvements in the art; and will engage to execute Portraits, either with or without color, equal to any in the United States.  Henry C. Freeman.

1845 May 15.  Southers Banner.  (Athens, Georgia.)  May 15, 1845, Vol. XIV, No. 10, P. 3.

Colored Daguerreotype Portraits.  By S. Broadbent.  Rooms over Field & King’s Store, in Mitchell’s New Building.

Ladies and Gentlemen are respectfully invited to call and see specimens.

N. B. Portraits taken equally well in all kinds of weather.

Advertisement ran from May 15 to 29, 1845.

1845 May 15.  Southern Whig.  (Athens, Georgia.)  May 15, 1845, Vol. XIII, No. 4, P. 3.

Colored Daguerreotype Portraits.  S. Broadbent Respectfully announces that he has taken rooms in Mitchell’s new building, over Field & King’s Store, and hopes that those who wish portraits of themselves and families, beautifully coloured, will make it convenient to call soon.  Ladies and Gentlemen are respectfully invited to call and see specimens.

Advertisement ran from May 15 to June 12, 1845.

1845 June 5.  Southers Banner.  (Athens, Georgia.)  June 5, 1845, Vol. XIV, No. 13, P. 3.

Colored Daguerreotype Portraits.  Mr. Broadbent, Will remain in Athens a few days longer, and desires that those who wish their portrait taken by him, will make it convenient to call soon.

Rooms over Field & King’s Store, in Mitchell’s New Building.

Ladies and Gentlemen are respectfully invited to call and see specimens.

N. B. Portraits taken equally well in all kinds of weather.

Advertisement ran from June 5 to 19, 1845.

1845 October 21.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  October 21, 1845, Vol. XLIII, No. 13110, P. 1.

List Of Letters remaining at the post Office, Charleston, So. Ca.  Oct, 15.  Broadbent, Saml.

1845 October 22.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  October 22, 1845, Vol. XLIII, No. 13111, P. 2.

Passengers.  Per steam packet Wilmington, from Wilmington, (N. C.)…S. Broadbent.

1845 October 27.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  October 27, 1845, Vol. XLIII, No. 13115, P. 2.

Col’d Daguerreotype Portraits By S. Broadbent.  Rooms at 271 King Street, up stairs, 3 doors above Babcock & Co’s Book Store.

Portraits executed equal to any that can be produced elsewhere, or no charge.

Groups of  two or more taken on one plate.

Portraits taken equally well in all kinds of weather.  For sale, Voigtlander’s Geerman Cameras and every article used in the Daguerreotype.  271 King-street, S. Broadbent.

Advertisement ran from October 27 to November 1, 1845.

1845 October 31.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  October 31, 1845, Vol. XLIII, No. 13118, P. 2.

[For The Courier.]  Daguerreotype Portraits.  Those who desire to procure the most perfect likenesses by this beautiful and truly wonderful process, can now have an opportunity of doing so, by calling at the rooms of Mr. Broadbent, in King-street.  This gentleman has carried the practical operation of this science to a perfection which has not been attained by any other artist within our knowledge.  Whether it is the result of the quality of the materials used, or the superior skill of the artist, we cannot say, but the pictures of Mr. Broadbent surpasses any we have ever seen for distinctness and beauty.  They are brought out in such a manner as to resemble the finest engraving, without that unsatisfactory dimness and want of life which characterises most likenesses taken by this process.  For durability, also, they are fully equal to engravings.  Mr. B. now has in his possession portraits, several years old, that present as fresh an appearance as though they had just been retaken, If there are any who doubt what we have stated, we can only say to them call and judge for yourselves.  X. Y. Z.

1845 December 3.  The Southern Patriot.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  December 3, 1845, Vol. LIV, No. 8222, P. 3.

Colored Daguerreotype Portraits.  By S. Broadbent, 271 King-st., 3 doors above Babcock’s Book Store.  Portraits warranted equal to any that can be produced in the world, or no charge.  German Instruments and every article used in the Daguerreotype for sale.

Advertisement ran from December 3 to 12, 1845.

1845 December 13.  The Southern Patriot.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  December 13, 1845, Vol. LIV, No. 8231, P. 3.

Colored Daguerreotype Portraits.  Mr. Perry[3], from New-York, having taken the rooms recently occupied by Mr. Broadbent, No. 271 King-street, proposes Taking Portraits By The Daguerreotype Process,—and he assures his patrons that his Pictures shall be superior, for beauty and finish, to any that can be produced at any other house in Charleston.

Mr. Perry for several years has had the charge of Mr. Plumb’s establishment in New-York, and produced the pictures for which Mr. Plumb obtained the first premium for the best pictures at the Fair of the American Institute in New-York the several successive years he was with him.  Mr. P. was also commissioned to visit the President’s house at Washington to take the portraits of his family—and also was engaged during the last session of Congress, taking the Portraits of Members of Congress, and other eminent persons.  It is well known the Daguerreotype reverses the picture, making the right appear the left side of the sitter.  Mr. P. has a mode of correcting this error by the use of a speculum which takes portraits or views without reversing them—which is not practiced by others in this city.

Mr. Perry is a practical optician, and manufactures the very best Daguerreotype instruments extant—and has for sale, Perry’s Premium Apparatus, also Plates, Cases, Chemicals, &c. &c.  Instructions given in the most approved process.

1846 January 10.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  January 10, 1846, Vol. XII, No. 9, Whole No. 4222, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Several Furnishing Establishments and Sole Agency for the sale of Voigtlaender’s Apparatus. 

The genuine Voigtlaender Apparatus, also the best plates, Chemicals, Polishing Materials and Morocco Cases, &c., &c. may be procured at the subscribers’, wholesale and retail, by addressing (post paid) to W. & F. Langenheim, Exchange, Philadelphia, or Langenheim & Beckers, 201 Broadway, N. Y.

The following gentlemen have agreed to act as Agents for the sale of the genuine Voigtlaender Apparatus:–

Messrs. Litch & Whipple, Boston, Mass.

Mr. James L. Lyon, Richmond, Va.

Mr. S. Broadbent, Columbia, S. C.

Mr. James P. Perry, Charleston, S. C.

Mr. S. Noessel, New Orleans.

Messrs. Johnson & Jacobs, New Orleans.

W. & F. Langenheim, Exchange, Philadelphia.                                            

Advertisement ran from January 10 to February 19, 1846.

1846 May 11.  The Charleston Courier.  (Charleston, South Carolina.)  May 11, 1846, Vol. XLIV, No. 13276, P. 2.

Per C. L. brig Carolina, for New-York—…S. Broadbent…

1846 October 27.  Savannah Daily Republican.  (Savannah, Georgia.)  October27, 1846, Vol. XLIV, No. 255, P. 3.

Per steam-packet Gen. Clinch, from Charleston—…S. Broadbent…

1846 November 3.  Savannah Daily Republican.  (Savannah, Georgia.)  November 3, 1846, Vol. XLIV, No. 261, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Portraits.—S. Broadbent respectfully announces that he has returned to the city , and taken rooms which he formerly occupied over Mrs. Beaulard’s Store, for the purpose of taking Likenesses by the Daguerreotype Process.  Those who wish their Portraits taken, may be assured of their being done by him in the very best possible manner.

Apparatus and Daguerreotype Materials for sale,

Instruction given on reasonable terms.

Advertisement ran on November 3 & 4, 1846.

1846 November 18.  Savannah Daily Republican.  (Savannah, Georgia.)  November 3, 1846, Vol. XLIV, No. 278, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Portraits.—The Subscriber would respectfully inform the inhabitants of Savannah and visitors, that he rooms are ready, and that Mr. Cary, in connection with Mr. Broadbent is now prepared to execute Likenesses in a style not to be surpassed.

Young Children setting between the hours of 11 and 12, taken in a few seconds.  Portraits for Finger Rings, Lockets, Bracelets and Broaches; also Full Length Portraits and Family Groups, with from two to fifteen persons, taken on large plates.  Printed Portraits and Daguerreotypes copied, and Pictures taken after death.

Instruction given and Daguerreotype Instruments, Chemicals, and Plates for sale.

Entrance to the Rooms one door east from the corner of Market-square and Bryan-street.  T. T. Wilmot.

P. S. Portraits taken equally well in cloudy as fair weather.

Advertisement ran from November 18, 1846 to January 5, 1847.

1847 November 2.  The Commercial.  (Wilmington, North Carolina.)  November 2, 1847, Vol. 2, No. 98, P. 2.

Daguerreotype.  We desire to call the attention of our citizens to this beautiful art as practiced  by Mr. Broadbent, whose miniatures are the chef d’ӕuvre of the Daguerreotype.  All who see his pictures testify the warmest admiration of his skill.

His likenesses combine great beauty of finish, and an unusual artistical effect—very unlike ordinary Daguerreotypes, and, beside the merit of fac simile likenesses, they are as strong as steel engravings, and have all the delicacy of color of the most exquisitely painted miniatures.  It must be a great gratification to the family and social circle to possess these beautiful representations of its members and of friends.  All who wish good portraits of themselves or friends would do well to give Mr. Broadbent a call.

1847 November 2.  The Commercial.  (Wilmington, North Carolina.)  November 2, 1847, Vol. 2, No. 98, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Portraits, By S. Broadbent, A few doors below Dr. Evans Drug Store near the Market.

Portraits taken in a style superior to any that can be produced, done elsewhere, or no charge.

Mr. B. will remain but a short time.

Advertisement ran from November 2 to 30, 1847.

1847 December 18.  The Commercial.  (Wilmington, North Carolina.)  December 18, 1847, Vol. 2, No. 118, P. 3.

Christmas Presents.  Daguerreotype Portraits By S. Broadbent, From the largest size to the very smallest desired, for Breast Pins, Lockets &c.

Room a few doors below Dr. Evans’ Drug Store, Market Street.

Advertisement ran from December 18 to 30, 1847.

1848 January 27.  The Commercial.  (Wilmington, North Carolina.)  January 27, 1848, Vol. 2, No. 134, P. 3.

Daguerreotype!  Removal.  S. Broadbent has removed to rooms over Messrs. Hart & Polley’s store where he has a Sky Light built expressly for the Daguerreotype.  There are several advantages of a sky light—the pictures are stronger, more effective, and of a more pleasing character than those done by side light; the objection of one side of the face being light and the other dark is obviated, and blue eyes can be as well taken as others.

Mr. Broadbent is an artist by profession, which gives him many advantages in the arrangement and finish of his pictures.  He has had, perhaps, mor experience in the Daguerreotype than any other person; having been successfully engaged in it ever since the art has been practiced, and his process is superior to that practiced by others, (either with machinery patented last October, or otherwise,) and he warrants better pictures than can be produced, done elsewhere.—or no charge.

Ladies and Gentlemen are respectfully invited to call and see specimens.  Rooms over Hart & Polly’s store.

Advertisement ran from January 27 to February 26, 1848.

1848 April 11.  Fayetteville Observer.  (Fayetteville, North Carolina.)  April 11, 1848, Vol. XXXI, No. 1610, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Portraits.  S. Broadbent purposes remaining in Fayetteville a few days, and will be happy to wait upon such as wish to see specimens, or have their likenesses taken by the Daguerreotype process.  Portraits taken equally well in cloudy or even in stormy weather.  Rooms in the New Hotel.

Advertisement ran from April 11 to May 9, 1848.

1848 May 2.  Fayetteville Observer.  (Fayetteville, North Carolina.)  May 2, 1848, Vol. XXXI, No. 1613, P. 3.

Messrs. Broadbent and Bennett[4] will remain in Fayetteville the remainer of this week, giving all who may wish a correct Daguerreotype likeness of themselves or friends an opportunity to obtain it.  Miniatures taken equally well in cloudy or fair weather.

1848 May 24.  The Raleigh Register and North Carolina Gazette.  (Raleigh, North Carolina.)  May 24, 1848, Vol. XLIX, No. 41, P. 3.

For the Register.  Daguerreotyping.  We have seen some specimens of this novel and beautiful art, by Mr. Broadbent, who is now in our City, which are entirely different and superior to any of the kind we have ever before seen.  His miniatures are finished in a style at once unique and splendid.

Mr. B. has taken rooms in B. B. Smith’s building, next door to the Telegraph Office.

1848 May 24.  The Raleigh Register and North Carolina Gazette.  (Raleigh, North Carolina.)  May 24, 1848, Vol. XLIX, No. 41, P. 3.

Colored Daguerreotype Portraits by S. Broadbent.  Rooms At B. B. Smith’s Corner.  Pictures taken in all the various sizes, and in the very best possible manner.

Advertisement ran from May 24 to 31, 1848.

1848 May 27.  The Raleigh Register and North Carolina Gazette.  (Raleigh, North Carolina.)  May 27, 1848, Vol. XLIX, No. 42, P. 3.

For The Register.  Daguerreotype Portraits.  Mr. Broadbent, one of the most successful Artist in the country, in taking Daguerreotype Likenesses, is still in this City, and will remain but a few day.  We have seen a letter from Prof. Stillman, speaking of Mr. Broadbent’s Pictures, in which he says “that they are decidedly the best specimens of the Art he has ever seen, and are truly elegant and perfect.”

His Likenesses combine great beauty of finish and an unusual artistical effect—very much unlike ordinary Daguerreotypes; and besides the merit of fac simile Likenesses, they are as strong as steel engravings, and have all the delicacy of color of exquisitely painted Miniatures.  All who wish good portraits of themselves and friends, would do well to give Mr. Broadbent a call immediately, as he will leave soon.

Advertisement ran on May 27 & 31, 1848.

1848 December 19.  American And Commercial Daily Advertiser.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  December 19, 1848, Vol. XCVIII, No. 17,164, P. 2.

Daguerreotype.  Mr. Broadbent respectfully announces that he has taken rooms at 211 Baltimore Streer, over J. E. Bird’s store, next Mr. Easter’s, where he has a very superior Sky Light, built expressly for the Daguerreotype.

Mr. B. has many advantages over ordinary operators—he has had as much, and probably more experience in the Daguerreotype, than any other person,–having been successfully engaged in it ever since the art has been practiced; and being an artist, he understands how to place the sitter in the most favorable light and position to make a good picture, and show best the likeness and character of the sitter—beside, his process is superior to that practiced by others.  Those who want the very best picture that can possibly be taken (and no one wants any other) will do well to give Mr. Broadbent a call at 211 Baltimore st.

Advertisement ran from December 19 to 21, 1848.

1848 December 23.  American And Commercial Daily Advertiser.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  December 23, 1848, Vol. XCVIII, No. 17,168, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Portraits Taken By Broadbent & Co., No. 211 Baltimore st., over J. E. Bird’s Store, next Mr. Easter’s, and warranted superior to any that can be produced elsewhere, or no charge.

Advertisement ran from December 23, 1858 to January 9, 1859.

1849 May 30.  American And Commercial Daily Advertiser.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  May 30, 1849, Vol. XCIX, No. 17,290, P. 3.

Local Matters.  Reported for the American…

Beautiful Daguerreotypes.—We have recently [examined] with much pleasure the very beautiful specimens of Daguerreotyping, executed by Messrs, Broadbent Cary, No. 128 Baltimore street.  These gentlemen, with a perfect knowledge of the art, have availed themselves of the latest improvements made in France and Germany, and now produce a perfect likeness, [which] by the aid of a little colouring, is made to bear [a close] resemblance to a finely executed miniature.—[those] who will take the trouble to examine their [speci ?] will at once acknowledge their great excellence.  [The] rooms of Messrs. Broadbent & Cary are neatly [prepared] for the reception of ladies and gentlemen, and [ ? ] great pains they take to afford entire satisfaction to [those] who favor them with their custom, commends [them] strongly to public patronage.

1849 June 13.  American And Commercial Daily Advertiser.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  June 13, 1849, Vol. XCIX, No. 17,302, P. 2.

Left at The Daguerreotype Rooms of Broadbent & Cary, in the American Office Building, a Bead Purse containing Money, and other articles which the owner can have by paying for this advertisement.

1849 July 13.  Blue Hen’s Chicken.  (Wilmington, Delaware.)  July 13, 1849, P. 2.[2]

Daguerreotypes.—Mr. Broadbent, from Baltimore, is resuscitating at the Glazier Building, taking likenesses to the life.  He gives true and beautiful pictures.  Who does not want to be often remembered  hen call and get your likeness and send it to your friend.  His specimens are splendid.

1849 July 13.  Blue Hen’s Chicken.  (Wilmington, Delaware.)  July 13, 1849, P. 3.4

Colored Daguerreotype Portraits.  S. Broadbent has taken rooms in Glazier’s new building, corner of Third and Market Streets; where he purposes remaining a short time, and respectfully invites ladies and Gentlemen, to call and see specimens.

His pictures are guaranteed superior to any others; or no charge.

N. B.—Likenesses taken equally well in all kinds of weather.

1849 August 30.  American And Commercial Daily Advertiser.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  August 30, 1849, Vol. C, No. 17,363, P. 3.

Splendid Colored Daguerreotype Portraits By C. W. Purcell, late Operator for Broadbent & Cary, No. 128 Baltimore street, over the American Office.

Having a through knowledge of all the latest improvements in this beautiful art.  Mr. Purcell feels a confidence in assuring the public that all pictures taken at his establishment shall combine a most correct likeness with the highest artistical skill.  He will undertake to give the fullest satisfaction, or no charge will be made.

Ladies and Gentlemen are requested to call at his rooms and examine his specimens.

1850 February 26.  The Record.  (West Chester, Pennsylvania.) February 26, 1850, Vol. XXXIII, No. 1704, P. 3.

Daguerreotype.  S. Broadbent respectfully announces that he has taken rooms over the office of Joseph Lewis, Esq., Market street, and intends remaining a short time for the purpose of taking portraits by the Daguerreotype process.  Ladies and Gentlemen are invited to call and examine specimens.

Advertisement ran from February 26 to March 19, 1850.

1850 April 2.  The Record.  (West Chester, Pennsylvania.) April 2, 1850, Vol. XXXIII, No. 1706, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  Mr. Broadbent has made arrangements with Mrs. Hewes to continue for a short time, the taking of Daguerreotype Portraits, at the rooms recently occupied by him in Wester Chester Those who desire pictures should call on Mrs. H., who having practiced with him, executes in the best style of the art and by the same process as Mr. B.; it being acknowledged superior to that of any other artist.—Their pictures are strong as Steel Engravings and beautifully colored.

Specimens may be seen at their rooms over Mr. Lewis’ Office, Market street.

1851 April 10.  The Pennsylvania Freeman.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  April 10, 1851, New Series—Vol. VIII, No. 15, P. 3.

Something New.  Broadbent & Co.  Colored Skylight Daguerreotypes.  We would advise our friends and the public in general, that we are prepared to offer best efforts to those wishing pictures, and shall be pleased to exhibit specimens to any who may call, at 136 Chestnut street, over Baily & Co., Philadelphia.  Mr. S. Broadbent.  Mrs. S. G. Hawes.

Advertisement ran from April 10, 1851 to September 11, 1852.

1851 June 16.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  June 16, 1851, Vol. XXXI, No. 70, P. 2.

All who visit Broadbent & Co’s Daguerreotype Rooms, testify the warmest admiration of their beautiful style of pictures.  Rooms 136 Chestnut st.

1851 August 19.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  August 19, 1851, Vol. XXXI, No. 124, P. 2.

Broadbent & Co.’s Daguerreotypes—over Bailey, No. 136 Chestnut street—are the most perfect gems in the art.

1851 September 1.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  September 1, 1851, Vol. XXXI, No. 135, P. 2.

Broadbent & Co.’s Portraits, by the Daguerreotype. Are peerless.  Rooms 136 Chestnut street, between Fourth and Fifth, south side.

1851 October 30.  The Pennsylvania Freeman.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 30, 1851, New Series—Vol. VIII, No. 44, P. 2.

Likeness Of George Thompson.—We have seen, at various times three or four different pictures of this eminent man, but they were all failures—we had almost said caricatures.  Correct in outline, they yet lacked expression, and were powerless to convey a right impression of the man whose lineaments they professed to present.  But we have before us now a picture of another sort, and one that does something like justice to its subject.  It is an engraving by Illman & Sons, from a Daguerreotype by Broadbent & Co.; and those who have seen Mr. Thompson will, we think, agree with us that it is not only a striking likeness, but a beautiful work of art.  The engraver has been fortunate in catching the spirited and life-like expression so effectually traced by the sun, and in looking at the picture you might almost think that the man himself stood before you, and was about to give you an illustration of his oratorical powers.

It is for sale at the Anti-Slavery Office, price 37½ cents.

1851 December 12.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 12, 1851, Vol. XXXII, No. 67, P. 2.

An Assortment Of Cases, for holiday gifts, at Broadbent & Co.’s, 136 Chestnut Street.  The pictures need no comment—the speak for themselves.

1851 December 20.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 20, 1851, Vol. XXXII, No. 74, P. 2.

Holiday Presents.—Broadbent & Co.’s Daguerreotypes, No. 136, South side of Chestnut st., between Fourth and Fifth.  Saml. Broadbent.  Mrs. S. G. Hewes.

1852 September 18.  The Pennsylvania Freeman.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  September 18, 1852, New Series—Vol. IXI, No. 38, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes!!  Broadbent & Co. offer to those desiring pictures the best facilities in the art.  Beautiful Landscapes, Picturesque or Plain Backgrounds, at the option of the Sitter; see the new and elegant style of illuminated heads.

Those who desire pictures or portraits copied Stereoscope portraits of themselves, or miniatures on ivory or beautifully enameled on porcelain, shall be faithfully served at 136 Chestnut st.  Samuel Broadbent, Sally G. Hawes.

Advertisement ran from September 18, 1852 to June 15, 1854.

1852 September 25.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  September 25, 1852, Vol. XXXIV, No. 2, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes in new and beautiful styles, by Broadbent & Co., 136 Chestnut street, between Fourth and Fifth.

1856 April.  The Photographic And Fine Arts Journal.  (New York, New York.)  April 1856, Vol. IX, No. 4, P. 124-126.

The Photographic Galleries Of America.   Number two Philadelphia. Philadelphia, April, 1856.

Broadbent & Co., Chestnut St.—What specimens we saw, chiefly daguerreotypes, were in the first style of the art, with a few exceptions. Good daguerreotypes are not so much appreciated as formerly, as the attention of true artists is directed now particularly to Photography on paper and glass. As daguerreotyping has not yet reached its acme of perfection, I am very glad to see that there are some artists who are still striving for its improvement; although I acknowledge the superiority of paper and collodion photographs.

1858 October 23.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  October 23, 1858, Vol. LIX, No. 95, P. 1.

We Noticed also, among the photographic specimens some magnificent works by Broadbent.  Other cities may boast as much as they will of the advancement of the photographic art—Philadelphia still, as we think, bears away the palm.  Some of the works in the collection of Broadbent surpass any we have ever seen, either of home or foreign execution.  Those of them which are plain have high merits, while those that are colored are, if possible, even more attractive.

1858 November 6.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 6, 1858, Vol. LIX, No. 106, P. 1.

Franklin Institute…Among the photographic specimens at the Fair, we have heard but one opinion expressed of the works of Broadbent, Dinmore, [Hotly], Williams, and others.  Those of Broadbent and Dinmore have been particularly lauded, and with great reason.  They are truly gems in the way of art.

1858 November 10.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 10, 1858, Vol. XLVI, No. 44, P. 1.

Franklin Institute…Fine Arts—F. DeB. Richards, for untouched photographs recall 1st premium; Broadbent & Co., photographs touched with crayon, 1st premium…The other exhibitions of photographs and daguerreotypes are mentioned in the report, but none, except those given, are considered worthy of premiums.

1858 November 11.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 11, 1858, Vol. LIX, No. 110, P. 1.

Franklin Institute.—The photographs of Mr. Broadbent, in the upper saloon of the Institute, are beautiful specimens.  Among them we noticed a likeness of John Grigg, Esq., which is brilliantly executed, presenting a most spirited fac simile of the features of that well known and highly respected gentleman.  The coloring of all the specimens in Mr. Broadbent’s collection is extremely life-like.  Indeed, the entire display he makes at the Fair is of the best possible character.

1858 November 17.  The Dollar Newspaper.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  November 17, 1858, Vol. XVI, No. 46, P. 2.

Franklin Institute…Fine Arts—F. DeB. Richards, for untouched photographs recall 1st premium; Broadbent & Co., photographs touched with crayon, 1st premium…The other exhibitions of photographs and daguerreotypes are mentioned in the report, but none, except those given, are considered worthy of premiums.

1861 December 13.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  December 13, 1861, Vol. LIL, No. 71, P. 3.

Wanted—A good Photographer—One who understands the Albumen process, preferred.  Broadbent & Co., 814 Chestnut street.

1862 July 30.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  July 30, 1862, Vol. 5, No. 307, P. 3.

New Photographic Rooms, Nos. 912 and 914 Chestnut Street.—The old established house of Broadbent & Company have just opened at the above place an attractive Gallery of Art, where will be found every variety of picture, from the plain carte de visite to the most exquisitely-finished ivorytype.  Prices are graded as low as consistent with the character of the pictures furnished.  Everything that is excellent in the Photographic line may here be enjoyed at leisure, and the art-loving public will not fail to make Broadbent & Company’s a constant place of resort.

1862 July 31.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  July 31, 1862, Vol. 5, No. 308, P. 3.

Messrs. Broadbent & Co.’s New Photographs Gallery.—We congratulate the citizens of Philadelphia upon the splendid acquisition to their photographic establishments of the new Gallery and Operating Rooms of Messrs. Broadbent & Co., Nos. 912 and 914 Chestnut street, (late 814 Chestnut street.)  For elegance of design, comfort and convenience of applicants for pictures, variety and artistic merit of the pictures taken, and general excellence in all its departments, it is unsurpassed by any in the country.  Besides the charming new style of pictures made by this firm alone, the general work is pronounced unrivalled.  Scores of our citizens are visiting their magnificent new rooms daily.

1862 August 4.  Public Ledger.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  August 4, 1862, Vol. LIII, No. 115, P. 2.

The Greatest Attraction at the present time, on Chestnut street, is Broadbent & Co.’s New Photographic Gallery, at Nos. 912 & 914.  This long established house has just opened he most beautiful and best appointed Rooms for the Photographic purpose to be found in the world.  Their entrance on Chestnut street, where are exhibited the most exquisite Ivorytypes, Wenderotypes and Cartes de Visite, is thronged  from morning till night.  By [increased] sky light arrangements, they are enabled to secure much greater promptness in attending to visitors.  Sky lights but a short flight of steps above the Reception Room.

1862 August 7.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  August 7, 1862, P. 5.

Broadbent & Co.’s New Photographic Galleries.—The removal of Messrs Broadbent & Co.’s Photograph Galleries to Nos. 912 and 914 Chestnut street, is meeting the popular approval of the public.  This establishment is now the most popular art centre in our city, and hundreds visit it daily for the purpose of examining the magnificent specimens there exhibited, executed in all the various styles of the Photographic art.

1862 August 11.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  August 11, 1862, P. 4.

 Messrs. Broadbent & Co.’s New Photograph Galleries, Nos. 912 and 914 Chestnut street [are] justly attracting general attention.  To have a life-like and artistic picture made, in any and every style of the Photographic art, this is the place.  In addition to the plain Photographs, either Carte or any of the larger sizes, they are executing, to order a large number of Ivorytypes, and the beautiful new Wenderotype, the latter being [confined] to this popular house, and is an invention of Mr. Wenderoth, a member of the firm. 

1862 August 16.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  August 16, 1862, Vol. 6, No. 14, P. 3.

New Card Photographs Of Distinguished Men.—Messrs. Broadbent & Co., No. 912 & 914 Chestnut street, have recently added to their collection of fine carte de visite for the Photograph Album excellent pictures of Hon. Edward Everett; Brigadier General Negley; Dr. J. E. Rhoads; Dr. A. C. Hart; Rev. Dr. [Suddards]; Governor Yates, of Illinois; Rev A. B. Atkins; Rev. Kingston Goodard, D. D.; Rev. T. K. Conrad; Dr. M. [Duane]; Rev. E. W. Hutter, D, D.; Colonel Collie, of the Zouaves d’Afrique; Dr. Reed; late B. T. Conrad, and others, all executed in the highest style of the art.

1862 August 26.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  August 26, 1862, Vol. 6, No. 2, P. 3.

Messrs. Broadbent & Co., Nos. 912 and 914 Chestnut street, have just published, at their Photographic Galleries, fine carte de visite of Hon. Judge McCandles , of Pittsburg; Commodore McKean; Lieut. Colonel Starr (who has just been released from the Richmond prison); the Rev. R. A. Carden; Captain Gillies, of Delaware; Right Rev. Bishop Wood; Rev. William P. Bread; John Hunt, a noted preacher in the Society of Friends; Mr. Healy, the artist, and the Union General Jackson, of Kentucky.

Notice ran on August 26 & 28, 1862,

1862 August 27.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  August 27, 1862, P. 5.

Messrs. Broadbent & Co., Nos. 912 and 914 Chestnut street, have just published, at their Photographic Galleries, fine carte de visite of Hon. Judge McCandles , of Pittsburg; Commodore McKean; Lieut. Colonel Starr (who has just been released from the Richmond prison); the Rev. R. A. Carden; Captain Gillies, of Delaware; Right Rev. Bishop Wood; Rev. William P. Bread; John Hunt, a noted preacher in the Society of Friends; Mr. Healy, the artist, and the Union General Jackson, of Kentucky.

1862 September 4.  The Press.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  September 4, 1862, Vol. 6, No. 30, P. 3.

Beautiful Specimens Of Sculpture.—Messrs Broadbent & Co.’s establishment, Chestnut street, above Ninth, is a thorough Emporium of Art.  In addition to their celebrated photographs in every style of the art, from the carte de visite, colored and plain, to the life size portrait finished in oil, they are now executing some of the finest specimens of sculptured likenesses that we have ever examined, in bust, medallion, life size, and miniature.  Every department of this extensive house is under the control of thoroughly educated professional artists.

1863 June 5.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  June 5, 1863, P. 5.

Copartnership Notice.—Philadelphia, June 3, 1863.—The Firm of Broadbent & Co., Photographers is this day dissolved by the retirement of S. Broadbent.

The business will be continued by his late partners under the name Wenderoth & Taylor.  Mr. Wenderoth, the artist and the inventor of the Ivorytype and Wenderotype, who was associated with the late firm for four years, will continue at the head of the artists department, and Mr. Taylor, also a partner in the late firm, will remain, as heretofore, in charge of the business in the reception room.  S. Broadbent, F. A. Wenderoth, W. C. Taylor, 912 and 914 Chestnut Street.

1880 July 26.  Philadelphia Inquirer.  (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.)  July 26, 1880, Vol. CIII, P. 5.

Died.  Broadbent.—On Saturday evening.  July 24, 1880, Mr. Samuel Broadbent, in his seventieth year of age.

The funeral will take place from his late residence, on Wednesday, 28th inst., at 3 o’clock P. M.

Samuel Broadbent is still a work in progress, Philadelphia newspapers have not been thoroughly checked.

1880 July 27.  The Daily Gazette.  (Wilmington, Delaware.)  July 27, 1880, Vol. XCVI, No. 87, P. 1.

Deceased.  Samuel Broadbent, of Broadbent Taylor, photographers, Chestnut street, Philadelphia died at his residence in that city , on Saturday in the 70th year of his age. 

Mr. Broadbent formerly lived in this city, and had a gallery in the building at Third and Market streets, belonging to Mr. Phillip Plunket.  Mr. Elwood Garret, the skillful photographer of this city learned the photographic art with Mr. Broadbent while in this city.  Mr. Broadbent was one of the best artist in Philadelphia, and a gentlemen of refinement, pleasant and reliable.  He was very active for his age and continued to be at his business until within a few weeks of his death. He had a wide circle of friends and his death will be sincereely (sic.) regretted

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Register

[2] A Directory of Delaware Photographers 1839-1900 and Beyond.

[3] James P. Perry based on the January 10, 1846 advertisement.

[4] N. S. Bennett address was in the rear of Dr. Ware’s Office, Front Street.

Bear, John W.

Daguerreotypes, , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

1845                Address Unknown, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.[1]

1845                17 Hanover Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[2]

1846                Address Unknown, Wilmington, Delaware.

1846                Address Unknown, Washington, Delaware.

1846                Court House, Annapolis, Maryland.1

1846                Washington Street, Alexandria, Virginia.1

N. D.               Address Unknown, Frederick, Maryland.1

N. D.               Court House, Hagerstown, Maryland.1

N. D.               Address Unknown, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania.1

N. D.               Address Unknown, Carlisle, Pennsylvania.1

1847-1848       Address Unknown, Winchester, Virginia.1

1848                Rooms in the Court House, Charles Town, Virginia.

1850                Address Unknown, Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania. 

1850-1852       Various towns in Pennsylvania.1

1846 January 29.  The Boston Daily Mail.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  January 29, 1846, Vol. VI, No. 45, P. 2.

Baer, the ‘Buckeye Blacksmith,’ is now taking daguerreotype likenesses at Wilmington, Del.  If we mistake not, he drew some very good portraits during the political campaign of 1840.

1846 January 30.  Blue Hens Chicken & Delaware Democratic Whig.  (Wilmington, Delaware.)  January 30, 1846, Vol. 1, No. 24, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Likenesses.  Mr. Bear, the Buckeye Blacksmith, respectfully informs the citizens of Wilmington and vicinity, that he has taken the room occupied by Messrs. Miller & Co., as a Writing School.  He will warrant a correct likeness not to fade, in a good Morocco Case for one dollar and a half.  Jan. 16.

1846 February 7.  The Hartford Times.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  February 7, 1846, Vol. XXX, No. 1520, P. 3.

Baer, the “Buckeye Blacksmith,” is now taking daguerreotypes likenesses at Wilmington, Del.  If we mistake not. He drew some very good portraits during the political campaign of 1840.  Boston Mail.

1846 February 21.  Democratic Banner.  (Bowling Green, Missouri.)  February 21, 1846, Vol. 1, No. 50, p. 1.

Bear, the Buckeye Blacksmith, is Taking Daguerreotypes likenesses at Washington, Delaware.

1846 October 6.  The Spirit of the Times.  (Batavia, New York.)  October 6, 1846, Vol. 28, No. 16, P. 3.

John W. Bear, The Buckeye Blacksmith, who has figured considerably as a whig stump speaker, is now taking daguerreotype likenesses in Annapolis, Md.

1846 October 23.  American Republican and Baltimore Daily Clipper.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  October 23, 1846, Volume XV, No. 99, P. 4.

Bear, the Buckeye Blacksmith, is across the Potomac, in Alexandria, taking daguerreotype likenesses.  He is a kind of man-of-all-work.  First a blacksmith, next a political orator, afterwards an Indian agent, then a temperance lecturer, and now a daguerreotypist.

1846 November 2.  The Columbian Fountain.  (Baltimore, Maryland.)  November 2, 1846, Volume 1, No. 273, P. 2.

Mr. Bear, The Buckeye Blacksmith is still alive and kicking, and is at present taking daguerreotype likenesses in Alexandria, Va.

1846 November 18.  Auburn Journal and Advertiser.  (Auburn, New York.)  November 18, 1846, Vol. 14, No. 29, P. 2.

John W. Baer, the “Buckeye Blacksmith,” is established at Alexandria, Va., as a Daguerreotypist, and meets with great encouragement.  If he can portray features as well as he did the political iniquities of Van Burenisn, we do not wonder at his success,

1848 July 25.  Spirit of Jefferson.  (Charles Town, Virginia.)  July 25, 1848, Volume V, No. 3, P. 2.

Correct Pictures.  Mr. John W. Bear has opened rooms at the Court House for the purpose of receiving visits of those who may desire Daguerreotypes—Mr. B. has in his position the best apparatus that has ever been in our place, or else is the best operator—probably both, combined—for his pictures are certainly the most correct delineations of the originals that we have ever seen.  Having examined his specimens we can speak thus positively, and all who desire good pictures will do well to “embrace the present opportunity.”  His card will be found in another column.

1848 July 25.  Spirit of Jefferson.  (Charles Town, Virginia.)  July 25, 1848, Volume V, No. 3, P. 3.

Only $1.50 for the Best Daguerreotype Likeness ever taken in Charlestown—

Mr. J. W. bear respectfully informs the Ladies and Gentlemen of Charlestown and vicinity, that he has taken rooms at the Court House, for a few days only, where, with the latest and best apparatus ever imported, and materials of the first quality, he is fully prepared to execute Daguerreotype Likenesses, of all sizes, in a style not to be surpassed by any other artist in the country.  Giving to the picture a bold relief from that deadness usually seen in Daguerreotypes, [and] fully developing the eyes, (the imperfections of which have so long been an objection to this class of Miniatures.) and giving the whole picture a life-like appearance unusually seen in the Daguerreotype Miniature.

Likenesses of Children, as young as two years, taken in exquisite style; and where is the parent that would not pay the paltry sum of $1.50, for a correct likeness at that interesting age?

Family groups taken on the largest scale ever taken in this country, in splendid style and at moderate prices.

Single pictures, medium sizes, colored true to life, and warranted not to fade for $1.50, including a fine morocco case.

As his stay will be limited to a few days, those wishing to procure miniatures or examine specimens would do well to call soon.

Miniatures taken without regard to the state of the weather from 6 o’clock, A. M., until 5 o’clock P. M.  Instructions given in the art with all the latest Improvements for a reasonable price.

RULES.

 No person shall be bound to take a picture unless they and their friends who are present when it is taken are satisfied that it is a correct likeness.  But no miniatures will be taken back and retaken after it leaves the room, under $1.

Call as soon for my prices are low.  If your pictures don’t please you I’ll call it no go.  Likenesses of servants taken in a splendid style.  Charlestown, July, 25, 1848.

Advertisement ran from July 25 to August 15, 1848.

1850 May 9.  The Star of the North.  (Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania.)  May 9, 1850, Volume 2, No. 15, P. 3.

We announced in our last issue the arrival of J. W. Bear, the Buckeye Blacksmith, and we must this week record his departure for Orwigsburg, attended by an escort of one or two constables.  His charge is seduction under promise of marriage.  The girl is a resident of Pottsville.—Schuylkill Haven Map.

1850 May 30.  Jefferson Republican.  (Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.)  May 30 1850, Volume 10, No. 40, P. 3.

John W. Bear.  We learn that the suits commenced against John W. Bear, the Buckeye Blacksmith, have been withdrawn at the instance of the prosecutor, who admits that he acted under improper advice.  Mr. Bear is busily engaged in taking Daguerreotypes at Orwigsburg.

1850 June 6.  The Star of the North.  (Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania.)  June 6, 1850, Volume 2, No. 19, P. 3.

To The Public.  Mr. B. Bannan:—Sir—I perceived a small paragraph in the Miners Journal of Saturday 18th inst., stating that the prosecution or suits commenced against John W. Bear, “had been withdrawn at the instance of the prosecutor, who admits that he acted under improper advice, and that Mr. Bear is busily engaged in taking Daguerreotypes at Orwigsburg.”  In reply to which, I beg leave to answer, that the withdrawal of the suits was at the instance of John W. Bear’s Counsel, which, after reflection and consideration, I yielded to, upon the payment of costs and expenses, and with the understanding that he, (Bear,) would leave the county in a short time, permanently.  With reference to my having admitted that I had acted under improper advice, this is entirely incorrect.—Before the suits were brought, as since, and at present, I conceive it to be my duty, and the duty of every parent in this and all communities, to try and save their children from the seductive snare of the aged and artful, who are disposed to offer violence to the young and unwary, altho’ at the expanse of broken hearts of parents, family, and friends.

Your humble serv’t, most respectfully,  James Staats.  Pottsville, May 21st, 1850.  

[1] The Life And Travels of John W. Bear, “The Buckeye Blacksmith.” P. 138-152. .

[2] Boston City Directory, Residence Listing.  Not recorded in Directory of Massachusetts Photographers, 1839-1900.

Appleby, Mr.

Daguerreotypes, , ,

N. D.               Address Unknown, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1849                Rooms corner of Court and Water Streets, Binghamton, New York.

1850                Rooms over John H. Doubleday’s Clothing Store, Court Street, Binghamton, New                       York.

1849 November 18.  Broome Republican.  (Binghamton, New York.)  November 18, 1849, Vol. 28, No. 18, P. 3.

Daguerrean Gallery. 

‘Of those for whom we fond emotions cherish,

Secure the shadow ere the substance perish.’

Mr. Appleby respectfully informs the Ladies and Gentlemen of Binghamton and vicinity, that he has taken rooms corner of Court and Water Streets, opposite the Binghamton Hotel, over K. Smith’s Grocery Store, where he is prepared to take Daguerreotype Portraits in a superior manner.  Having, by long experience in the business, become thoroughly acquainted with all the improvements in the art, both in this country and in Europe, together with some valuable discoveries in Chemistry, he is enabled to guarantee a Likeness not to be surpassed at any of the most celebrated Galleries in the U. S.—giving any desirable shade of color in any position, or in any dress, richly colored, or plain.

Ladies and Gentlemen and the public in general are respectfully invited to call and examine his specimens.  Mr. A. wishes it perfectly understood, that he takes Likenesses in all kinds of weather, and in all cases warranted perfect, or no charges made.  He would also state that his time here is limited, and admonish those who wish life-like fac-similes of themselves or friends, not to miss the present opportunity.

P. S.  Children will be taken in from 3 to 4 seconds.                                    

Advertisement ran from November 28 to December 12, 1849.

1850 January 23.  Broome Republican.  (Binghamton, New York.)  January 23, 1850, Vol. 28, No. 26, P. 3.

Has removed his Gallery over John H. Doubleday’s Clothing Store, Court-st. next door to Rexford’s where he is prepared in a superior manner Daguerreotype Portraits, either single or in Family Groups, to which great attention will be given.

The arrangement of light is such that it will not disturb persons with the weakest eyes, and yet any posture most desirable to the sitter may be taken.