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Knowlton, Willis

February 16, 2026Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Melainotypes, PhotographsAmbrotypist, Benjamin F. Popkins, Daguerreotypist, Elmira New York, Erskine C. Ely, Greenfield Massachusetts, Melainotypist, Photographer, Popkins & Knowltonpioneeramericanphotographers

1857-1860 Corner of Main and Federal Streets, Greenfield, Massachusetts.

1859 Address Unknown, Athol Depot, Massachusetts.

1860 Address Unknown, Greenfield, Massachusetts.[1]

1860 2 Main Street, Greenfield, Massachusetts.

N. D.-1866 Address Unknown, Elmira, New York.

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

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

Advertisement ran from May 10 to 24, 1858.

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

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

Advertisement ran from May 10 to 24, 1858.

1858 May 17. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) May 17, 1858, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3480, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 10, P. 3.

Married. In this town, May 15, at St. James’ Church, by Rev. Mr. Flint, Willis Knowlton to Mrs. Mary H. Holton.

1858 May 17. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) May 17, 1858, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3480, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 10, P. 3.

Something New. The subscriber has purchased Ely’s Photographic Gallery and new christened it the Franklin Photographic Gallery, corner of Main and Federal streets, Greenfield, Mass.

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

Melainotypes, patented by Hamilton L. Smith, Gambler, Ohio. For setting in lockets, pins, seals, &c., it has no equal.

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

Patent Ambrotypes, put up in the most durable style and at prices that will not fail to suit the most economical.

Daguerreotypes, taken as usual at the old stand over Thayer’s Clothing Store.

Sick or deceased persons attended at private residences.

Instruction given in the art on reasonable terms.

The public generally and the ladies particularly are requested to examine my circular and learn from it the superior advantages this gallery possesses and the new style of pictures I am prepared to furnish. Willis Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from May 17, 1858 to January 31, 1859.

1858 June 28. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) June 28, 1858, Gazette—Vol. LXVI, No. 3486, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 16, P. 3.

Patent Ambrotypes And Patent Sphereotypes Are the only durable pictures made upon glass. They can be obtained of Knowlton at the Franklin Photographic Gallery only, as he has the patent rights for Franklin County. He puts up the best picture for the least money and warrants them. Photographs made as usual. Call at his rooms over A. T. Thayer’s Clothing Store and examine specimens. Willis Knowlton.

N. B.—Beware of imitations.

Advertisement ran from June 28, 1858 to January 3, 1859.

1859 February 7. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) February 7, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3518, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 48, P. 3.

N. B. The undersigned have formed a copartnership under the name and firm of Popkins & Knowlton, for the purpose of carrying on the Photographic business in its several departments. The patronage of the public is respectfully solicited. B. F. Popkins, Willis Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from February 7 to 21, 1859.

1859 February 7. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) February 7, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3518, Courier—Vol. XXI, No. 48, P. 3.

Popkins Again in the Field!! B. F. Popkins has returned from the South and associated himself with Mr. Willia Knowlton, at the Gallery corner of Main and Federal streets, where he will be happy to see all his old friends and the public generally,—especially those who desire Superior Likenesses, either by the Ambrotype, Photograph, Daguerreotype, or any other style known in Photography.

All work executed at this establishment will be done in the most artistic and perfect manner, and warranted to give satisfaction. Popkins & Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from February 7 to 21, 1859.

1859 April 25. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) April 25, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3529, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 7, P. 3.

Gems of Art. The Colored Photographs produced at the Franklin Photographic Gallery by Popkins & Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from April 25 to May 9, 1859

1859 April 25. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) April 25, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3529, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 7, P. 3.

Frames, &c. The undersigned have just received the most extensive assortment of Frames, Cases, &c., For Photographs, ever offered to the inhabitants of this county, to which they invite especial attention.

Prices to please all. Popkins & Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from April 25 to May 2, 1859.

1859 July 4. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) July 4, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3539, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 17, P. 3.

Athol Depot.—Popkins & Knowlton of this town, have opened a Daguerrean establishment at Athol Depot. As they are well known and superior artists, they cannot fail of receiving a large share of business.

1859 July 25. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) July 25, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3542, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 20, P. 3.

Photographs.—Popkins & Knowlton, who are noted for the excellency and life like appearance of their Photographs, Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes, have recently taken excellent Photograph likenesses of Rev. Dr. Chandler and Rev. P. C. Headley of this town and have printed large numbers of the same to meet the demand from the friends of these clergymen. Of Dr. Chandler’s Photograph we understand that 150 copies have already been disposed of. Mr. Lucis Nims took 100 copies to distribute among the friends of Dr. Chandler. Messrs Popkins & Knowlton have also a room at Athol Depot and those of our readers in that vicinity who are in want of correct likenesses of themselves or friends will find that those of P. & K. surpass everything else in their line.

1859 October 24. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) October 24, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3555, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 33, P. 3.

Notice. The Co-partnership heretofore existing under the name of Popkins & Knowlton, is dissolved, this day, by mutual consent. All persons having claims against the firm are requested to present them, and all those indebted are respectfully solicited to make immediate payment. B. F. Popkins, Willis Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from October 24 to November 7, 1859.

1859 November 7. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) November 7, 1859, Gazette—Vol. LXVII, No. 3557, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 35, P. 3.

New Arrangements At the Franklin Photographic Gallery.—Photographs, Ambrotypes, &c. &c., cheaper and better than ever.

Photographs taken from any other pictures or from life and colored with water, oil or dry colors, by one of the best artists in Boston, with whom I have made arrangements to do my coloring, specimens of which may be seen at this gallery.

A new lot of Locket Cases, Frames, &c., just received. All work done with dispatch and warranted to give entire satisfaction in all cases. William Knowlton.

Advertisement ran from November 7, 1859 to January 16, 1860.

1860 January 2. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) January 2, 1860, Gazette—Vol. LXVIII, No. 3565, Courier—Vol. XXII, No. 43, P. 1.

Business Directory of Greenfield Village for 1860.

Willis Knowlton, Daguerreotype, Ambrotype and Photograph Gallery, No. 2 Main street, up stairs.

B. F. Popkins, Daguerrean Rooms, Pierce’s Block, Main street, up stairs.

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

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

1862 October 13. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) October 13, 1862, Gazette—Vol. LXXI, No. 3710, Courier—Vol. XXV, No. 32, P. 2.

Camp Miller…E. C. Ely has a daguerrean saloon upon the grounds, and Willis Knowlton one opposite the gate of the grounds.

1866 December 31. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) December 31, 1866, Gazette—Vol. 75, No. 3929, Courier—Vol. 29, No. 44, P. 2.

Willis Knowlton, formerly of this town, lost his Photograph Gallery in a fire at Elmira, N. Y., where he now resides, on the 23d. His loss was $2,000; insured $1,000.

1867 January 14. Gazette and Courier. (Greenfield, Massachusetts.) January 14, 1867, Gazette—Vol. 75, No. 3931, Courier—Vol. 29, No. 46, P. 2.

Willis Knowlton, formerly on this town and Ashfield, writes us that he lost by the late fire at Elmira, N. Y., where he now resides, $8, 500, with only $1,000 insurance. He lost in his daguerrean gallery $3, 500 and in photograph stock store he kept, $4, 700, together with many other things not connected with his business.

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

Knecht, Reuben

February 11, 2026Daguerreotypes, PhotographsDaguerreotypist, Easton Pennsylvania, Photographer, Reuben Knechtpioneeramericanphotographers

1854-1857 Address Unknown, Easton, Pennsylvania.

1860-1866 138 Northampton, Easton, Pennsylvania.[1]

1854 February 12. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) February 12, 1854, Whole No. 6381, P. 3.

American Genius—list of patents issued from the United States Patent Office for the week ending Feb. 7, 1854. Each bearing that date—Reuben Knecht, of the borough of Easton, Pa.—For improved daguerreotype plate holder. [Patent No. 10,508.]

1857 October 8. The Press. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.) October 8, 1857, No. 59, P. 1.

The county fair will be held at Nazareth some eight miles from here, and will commence on Tuesday, the sixth proxime…

Another very pleasing and most attractive feature of the exhibition was the prince daguerreotypist of Easton, Mr. Ruben Knecht had not only the good fortune to display a collection of high artistic merit, but had also the shrewdness and good taste to select some of the prettiest faces in Easton (which is saying a good deal) for his subjects. The reader will of course understand this as applying to the lady portion of the portraits.

[1] Directory Of Pennsylvania Photographers 1839-1900.

King, M. F.

February 8, 2026PhotographsM. F. King, Photographer, Portland Mainepioneeramericanphotographers

1859 Market Square, Portland, Maine.

1859 December 30. Zion’s Advocate. (Portland, Maine.) December 30, 1859, Vol. XXXII, No. 52, P. 3.

Fire.—At about 2 o’clock, Wednesday morning, a fire broke out in store No. 13 Market Square, occupied on the lower floor by Mr. Virgil Griswold, and on the second, by J. Davis & Co. The fire extended to the next store, and both were burnt out. Among the sufferers were J. Davis, Fancy Goods, Virgil Griswold, Whips and Cigars, T. S. Files, Boots and Shoes, W. C. Osborne, Groceries, M. F. King, Photographs; the Brush Manufactory of D. White, and the Livery Stable of Mr. Gilson in the rear, were saved only by great exertion, both of which were cleared of their contents.

King, Horatio B.

February 6, 2026Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Melainotypes, PhotographsAmbrotypist, Daguerreotypist, Dighton Rock, Horatio B. King, Melainotypist, Photographer, Taunton Massachusettspioneeramericanphotographers

1849 121 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1849 Hall over the Store of G. B. Atwood & Co., Taunton, Massachusetts.

1850 11 Main Street, Taunton, Massachusetts.¹

1852-1853 Address Unknown, Taunton, Massachusetts.¹

1855 Main Street, Taunton, Massachusetts.¹

1856 11 Main Street, Taunton, Massachusetts.

1857-1859 10 Main Street, Taunton, Massachusetts.¹

1860 Address Unknown, Taunton, Massachusetts.¹

1860 Main Street. First Door East of Harris & Brownell’s, Taunton, Massachusetts.

1861-1875 9 Union Block, Main Street, Taunton, Massachusetts.¹

1876 Union Block, Taunton, Massachusetts.¹

1849 October 4. American Whig. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) October 4, 1849, Vol. XX, No. 40, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. “Secure the Shadow, ‘ere the Substance fades.” The subscriber desires to inform the citizens of Taunton and vicinity that he has taken room for a limited time in the Hall over the Store of George B. Atwood & Co., for the purpose of executing Daguerreotype Miniatures. Possessing every facility that the art affords, and from his long experience, he flatters himself to be able to satisfy all who may be wishing to secure likenesses of themselves or friends. He would also inform the public that having a large instrument as well as a small one, those wishing pictures on the larger plates, Single or in Groups, have now an opportunity of securing at home, that for which if obtained, they have been obliged heretofore to visit larger places.

He has also with him a good variety of Frames, Cases, Lockets, &c., of every size and quality. Here now is an opportunity for you to secure good pictures of any size, either in Cases, Frames, or Lockets, and at reasonable prices.

All who feel interested in this beautiful art, or who may be wishing to secure those invaluable mementoes of themselves or friends, are respectfully invited to visit these Rooms and examine specimens. Entire satisfaction guaranteed in all circumstances.

N. B.—Having a superior light and every facility for the purpose, likenesses executed equally as well in cloudy as in fair weather. H. B. King

Advertisement ran from October 4, 1849 to January 3, 1850.

1849 October 11. Taunton Daily Gazette. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) October 11, 1849, Vol. 2, No. 105, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Pictures.—Mr. H. B. King has taken rooms in the building adjoining our office for the purpose of practicing the Daguerreotype art, and he promises to do the thing in the best style. If you want a good picture call and see him.

1849 October 11. Taunton Daily Gazette. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) October 11, 1849, Vol. 2, No. 105, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. “Secure the Shadow, ‘ere the Substance fades.” The subscriber desires to inform the citizens of Taunton and vicinity that he has taken room for a limited time in the Hall over the Store of G. B. Atwood & Co. For the purpose of executing Daguerreotype Miniatures. Possessing every facility that the art affords, and from his long experience, he flatters himself to be able to satisfy all who may be wishing to secure likenesses of themselves or friends. He would also inform the public that having a large instrument as well as a small one, those wishing pictures on the larger plates, single or in groups, have now an opportunity of securing at home, that for which if obtained, they have been obliged heretofore to visit larger places.

He has also with him a good variety of Frames, Cases, Lockets, &c. Of every size and quality. Here now is an opportunity for you to secure good pictures of any size, either in Cases, Frames, or Lockets, and at reasonable prices.

N. B.—Having a superior light and every facility for the purpose, likenesses executed equally as well in cloudy as in fair weather. H. B. King

Advertisement ran from October 11 to December 5, 1849.

1849 December 6. Taunton Daily Gazette. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) December 6, 1849, Vol. 2, No. 152, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. Rooms over the Store of G. B. Atwood & Co. The undersigned desires to thank the people of Taunton and vicinity, for the liberal patronage they have bestowed upon him, and to say, that in order to produce the best possible results in the Photographic Art, that he has just completed a sky-light, and this in connection with his other light, gives him all the advantage possible to be obtained by a suitable arrangement of light and shade, especially in taking groups and large pictures.

Constantly on hand a good assortment of Frames, Lockets, Pins, Cases, of all sizes and every variety of styles, from the most plain to the most highly wrought and beautiful.

Having every facility for the purpose, and possessing such an excellent light, Pictures are executed in this Establishment equally as well in cloudy as in fair weather.

Prices as low as good pictures can be afforded, and fixed according to the size and style of the case, frame, &c.

Lovers of Photographic Art, as well as those who desire Miniatures, of themselves or friends, are requested to call at his Rooms and examine specimens. H. B. King.

Advertisement ran from December 6, 1849 to January 4, 1850.

1850 January 3. American Whig. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) January 3, 1850, Vol. XXIX, No. 1, P. 3.

H. B. King’s Daguerreotype Rooms, No. 11, Main Street, Taunton. The very best Likenesses taken in any weather and neatly set in Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from January 3 to April 25, 1850.

1850 January 5. Taunton Daily Gazette. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) January 5, 1850, Vol. 2, No. 177, P. 3.

H. B. King’s Daguerreotype Rooms, No. 11 Main street, Taunton. Attention is invited to the distinct, lively and life-like expression of the eye, to the faithful likenesses, as well as the beauty of finish, and artistical skill and taste, which his pictures exhibit. A graceful and easy attitude is always studied. All Miniatures, taken at this establishment will be finished in the highest perfection of the art, and warranted not to fade by exposure to the light or air. The light by which pictures are executed in this establishment, is superior to any in this vicinity. Prices as low as good pictures can be afforded. Entire satisfaction guaranteed in all circumstances.

Advertisement ran from January 5 to August 7, 1850.

1850 January 5. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) January 5, 1850, Old Series Vol. XIX, No. 1, New Series Vol. II, No. 20, P. 3.

Advertisement ran from January 5 to

1850 February 27. Taunton Daily Gazette. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) February 27, 1850, Vol. 2, No. 222, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—We take pleasure in calling attention to the Card of Mr. H. B. King in our columns. Persons desiring pictures in the best style, will not to better than to call at his Daguerrean Rooms, over G. B. Atwood’s, Main Street.

1850 June 7. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) June 7, 1850, Old Series—Vol. XIX, No. 23, New Series—Vol. II, No. 42, P. 3.

Married. In Bridgewater, 27th ult., Mr. Horatio B. King, of Raynham, and Miss Ellen A. P. Fobes, of B.

1850 August 8. Taunton Gazette. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) August 8, 1850, Vol. 3, No. 49, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes, Rooms No. 11, Main Street, Taunton. The subscriber begs leave to invite the attention of the public to his superior Daguerreotype Portraits, which are executed in the most improved style of the art, on Plates of the finest quality, and as true to life as a simple reflection in a looking glass. The subscriber, after making the Daguerreotypist’s art his study during a long course of experience, does not hesitate to warrant entire satisfaction in his line of business. He would also state, that the Light by which pictures are taken in this establishment, is superior to any in this vicinity. Copies taken from Paintings, Drawings, Engravings, &c.

For sale, a good assortment of Gold Lockets, Pins, Rings, and Bracelets, made expressly for Daguerreotypes, at the lowest prices.

A liberal discount will be made to Families, where several pictures are wanted.

Instructions given in the art, and apparatus furnished on the most liberal terms. H. B. King.

Advertisement ran from August 8 to December 31, 1850.

1850 August 9. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) August 9, 1850, Old Series—Vol. XIX, No. 32, New Series—Vol. II, No. 51, P. 3.

For sale, a good assortment of Gold Lockets, Pins, Rings, and Bracelets, made expressly for Daguerreotypes, at the lowest prices.

A liberal discount will be made to Families, where several pictures are wanted.

Instructions given in the art, and apparatus furnished on the most liberal terms H. B. King.

Advertisement ran from August 9, 1850 to January 10, 1851.

1851 January 17. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) January 17, 1851, Old Series—Vol. XX, No. 3, New Series—Vol. III, No. 22, P. 3.

H. B. King’s Daguerreotype Room, No. 11, Main Street. Likenesses executed in any weather, on the most reasonable terms. Instructions given in the Art, and apparatus, &c. furnished.

Watch Cases, Spectacles, Spoons, &c., plated to any desired thickness, with pure Gold, or Silver.

Advertisement ran from January 17 to February 28, 1851.

1851 March 7. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) March 7, 1851, Old Series—Vol. XX, No. 10, New Series—Vol. III, No. 29, P. 3.

H. B. King’s Daguerreotype Room, No. 11, Main Street. Likenesses executed in any weather, on the most reasonable terms.

For Sale—One complete Daguerreotype Apparatus. Instruction given if desired.

Advertisement ran from March 7 to June 6, 1851.

1851 March 7. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) March 7, 1851, Old Series—Vol. XX, No. 10, New Series—Vol. III, No. 29, P. 3.

H. B. King’s Daguerreotype Rooms, No. 11 Main Streer, Taunton. Over G. T. Atwood’s Store.

You That have the beauty should to King’s take it,

You that have none should go and let him make it.

Best hours for operating between the hours of 9 A. M., and 4 P. M.

But come when you will,

A perfect likeness you’ll have

If you only sit still.

Advertisement ran from June 13 to August 1, 1851.

1851 August 8. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) August 8, 1851, Old Series—Vol. XX, No. 32, New Series—Vol. III, No. 51, P. 3.

H. B. King’s Daguerreotype Rooms. No. 11 Main Street. Likenesses taken in any weather, and perfect satisfaction guaranteed.

P. S.—Also, Gold and Silver Plating done in the neatest manner.

Advertisement ran from August 8, 1851 to January 9, 1852.

1851 December 5. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) December 5, 1851, Old Series—Vol. XX, No. 49, New Series—Vol. IV, No. 15, P. 3.

Christmas and New Year’s Presents. The most beautiful and best Christmas or New Year’s Gift to be had in this or any other place, may be found at H. B. King’s Daguerrean Gallery, consisting of a variety of beautiful Miniature Settings, of the following styles, viz.:—

The Chinese Case, beautifully ornamented with Gold and inlaid with Pearl. Also, Jenny Lind Case, a beautiful article, covered with velvet, and ornamented with Gold and Silver, with Enamelled [sic.] Steel Locks; Ladies French Case, a most beautiful and delicate article; Shell Case, bound with Ivory, the French embossed Case, with a great variety of other styles, including Lockets, Pins, &c.

Call and see for yourself, remembering a Good Daguerreotype, if not the cheapest, is decidedly the best Present one can make to a friend.

Advertisement ran from December 5, 1851 to January 9, 1852.

1852 February 27. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) February 27, 1852, Old Series—Vol. XXI, No. 9, New Series—Vol. IV, No. 27, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. Don’t Delay, For “Procrastination Is The Thief Of Time.” The Daguerrean Artist extends an invitation to all, both young and homely, to pay him a visit immediately, and procure a Perfect Likeness of themselves.

By the way H. B. King has just received a large assortment of Cases Of All Sizes And Styles.

Also, a great variety of Gold Lockets, from the size of a Watch to that of a three cent piece.

Don’t Forget The Place. No 11 Main Street, Taunton.

Advertisement ran from February 27 to December 3, 1852.

1852 October 1. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) October 1, 1852, Old Series—Vol. XXI, No. 40, New Series—Vol. V, No. 6, P. 3.

Lockets And Daguerreotypes. Just received and for sale a large assortment of Gold Lockets of all sizes. Likenesses taken and set in the same. In the nertes [sic.] manner at No. 11 Main Street.

Advertisement ran from October 1 to December 17, 1852.

1853 January 14. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) January 14, 1853, Old Series—Vol. XXII, No. 2, New Series—Vol. V, No. 24, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. H. B. King’s Daguerrean Gallery, No. 11 Main Street, Taunton. Miniatures of every size, from the largest whole Plate, to the smallest Locket, taken in any weather, in a superior style.

Prices reasonable, and within the reach of all; varying according to the size and style of Case, Frame, &c. The public are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens.

Advertisement ran from January 14 to June 24, 1853.

1853. Facing The Light Historic American Portrait Daguerreotypes p. 197-199.

Attributes H. B. King (probably) was the Daguerreotypist from Taunton who made Daguerreotypes of Seth Eastman on Dighton Rock.

1853 July 1. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) July 1, 1853, Old Series—Vol. XXII, No. 26, New Series—Vol. V, No. 45, P. 3.

Just received a large assortment of Frames and Cases, of new and beautiful patterns.

‘Ere time and age their deeper lines impress,

Upon the lov’d and interesting face—

Or rosy tints fade from the youthful cheek,

True Likenesses of each most quickly seek.

While yet that lovely form encircles grace,

And life and vigor animates the face,

Secure the Picture ‘ere the form recede,

Lest vain regrets upon your future feed.

While health and vigor now adorn the face,

Let light its image on the face impress;—

Quickly for this apply to H. B. King,

And he will neatly do the very thing.

Advertisement ran from July 1, 1853 to February 24, 1854.

1853 July 14. American Whig. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) July 14, 1853, Vol. XXXII, No. 28, P. 2.

H. B. King has taken a Daguerreotype of the “Dighton Rock,” by order of government, and specimens may be seen at his rooms.

1854 March 3. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) March 3, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XXIII, No. 9, New Series—Vol. VI, No. 28, P. 2.

King’s Daguerreotypes.—Attention is called to the advertisement of H. B. King, Daguerrean Artist. Mr. K., has recently enlarged and improved his Room, and fitted it up in a tasteful manner, for the better accommodation of his friends and the public. Having also increased his stock and purchased new apparatus, for the purpose of facilitating his business, he is now enabled to furnish Pictures, with Frames and Cases of every variety, equal to any to be found in the Country, or even in the State and on the most reasonable terms. In fact, no better Daguerreotypes than King’s can be produced. Ladies and gentlemen, give him a call.

1854 March 3. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) March 3, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XXIII, No. 9, New Series—Vol. VI, No. 28, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. Those in want of a good Daguerreotype cannot do better than call at the Old Stand, No. 11 Main Street, where pictures of every size, single or in groups will be furnished as low as Good Picture Can Be Afforded. As it is not my end and aim to get up the poorest and cheapest pictures possible, no Half Price pictures will be taken here. I am perfectly willing to leave that branch of the business to those that are not capable of doing any thing better.

A word to the wise is sufficient.

Constantly on hand as good an assortment of Cases, Frames, Lockets, &c., as can be found at any Daguerrean Establishment in the United States. H. B. King.

Advertisement ran from March 3 to May 5, 1854.

1854 April 21. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) April 21, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XXIII, No. 16, New Series—Vol. VI, No. 35, P. 3.

Who wants a Good Daguerreotype! I have just received a good assortment of Cases, manufactured expressly for me, and which cost more than double the price of the common Cases, which are made and sold at wholesale, yet I will furnish them with good Daguerreotypes, to any and all who may wish, at prices which will prove much cheaper in the end, than the common trash that may be obtained elsewhere. H. B. King.

Advertisement ran from April 21 to May 5, 1854.

1854 September 1. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) September 1, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XXIII, No. 35, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 2, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—It will be seen by his advertisement that Mr. A. F. Hawes has opened a new Daguerreotype Saloon in Davenport & mason’s new Express Building, where he is prepared to execute work in a very superior manner. He has fitted up a very elegant saloon, and all who call upon him, will, we think, find his establishment one everyway worthy of Patronage.

Our next-door neighbor—Mr. King, has also a few words to his old friends this week. He is so well known to all, that he requires no recommendation from us.

1854 September 1. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) September 1, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XXIII, No. 35, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 2, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Notice. The subscriber begs leave to tender his most sincere thanks to the public for their very liberal patronage in times past; also to invite their attention to his superior Daguerreotypes, which are not surpassed, if equalled, by any. Having three superior German Cameras, manufactured by the best optician in the world, together with all the late improvements in the art, and nearly seven years constant practice, I am now daily producing Pictures, which I am willing to compare with the best taken in Boston, New York, Philadelphia, or any where else. I would invite your attention to the clear, distinct and life-like expression of the eyes; also, to the soft, mellow tone and beauty of finish.

I use only the purest Chemicals, the Best of Plates, and have nearly all my Cases manufactured expressly for me.

I will guarantee to all who may favor me with their patronage, perfect Pictures throughout—Pictures, which with the usual care, will last long after the originals have passed away. Constantly on hand a good assortment of Lockets, Pins, Rings, Seals, &C. For Daguerreotypes, which will be sold at the lowest prices. H. B. King, No. 11 Main Street.

Advertisement ran from September 1 to November 17, 1854.

1854 November 10. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) November 10, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XXIII, No. 47, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 14, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Notice. A New feature in the Daguerrean Art, the enamel background. By this new chemical process Daguerreotypes are not only rendered more distinct and beautiful, but also, more permanent, as after they have passed through this process age or climate can have no effect upon them. Old Daguerreotypes that are faded, spotted or corroded, or otherwise injured by age, can by this process be restored so as to look better than when first taken. Miniatures taken after death in particular are very much improved by this process and rendered more pleasing.

H. B. King, No. 11 Main Street, is prepared to furnish perfect pictures with or without this improvement, only fifty cents extra will be charged for a picture with this background and the same trifling sum for restoring old or injured miniatures.

Daguerreans can learn this new branch of the Art in a few hours at a trifling cost by applying as above.

Advertisement ran from November 10, 1854 to March 9, 1855.

1854 November 24. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) November 24, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XXIII, No. 45, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 12, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.—Mr. Hawes, whose new Daguerrean Rooms, are in the Express Building, has a new advertisement this week, calling attention particularly to his facilities for taking pictures of children. He is supplied with the best apparatus for the purpose.

Mr. King, also, who has long been so favorably known to his patrons and their friends, for his superior pictures, is prepared to produce “Stereoscopes” in the best style of the art.

1854 November 24. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) November 24, 1854, Old Series—Vol. XXIII, No. 45, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 12, P. 3.

Stereoscope Pictures. H. B. King is prepared to furnish Stereoscope Pictures of every size, on the most reasonable terms. The following notice of this improvement is from the Daguerrean Journal.

“The light and shade of the Daguerreotype seemed to be all that was necessary to produce a likeness, but the Stereoscope by its marvelous relief produces the entire image to our enrapture senses, with such perfection as to make us doubt our own eyes. And in fact, ere long, this wonderful Improvement will take precedence of all other modes of viewing pictures.” Call and see specimens at No. 11 Main Street.

Advertisement ran from November 24, 1854 to March 9, 1855.

1855 January 26. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) January 26, 1855, Old Series—Vol. XXIV, No. 4, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 23, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. H. B. King, No. 11 Main Street, having a more complete [set] of apparatus than any Daguerrean in the country, together with all the late improvements in the Art, is prepared to furnish superior Daguerreotypes of every size, at Short Notice and on the most reasonable terms.

Constantly on hand, a good assortment of Cases, Frames, Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c.

Advertisement ran from January 26 to July 6, 1855.

1855 June 15. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) June 15, 1855, Old Series—Vol. XXIV, No. 24, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 43, P. 3.

Life Id The Time. Therefore delay not to secure one of H. B. King’s Superior Daguerreotypes, Rooms No. 11 Main Street, next door to A. J. Barker’s.

Advertisement ran from June 15 to July 6, 1855.

1855 August 17. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) August 17, 1855, Old Series—Vol. XXIV, No. 33, New Series—Vol. VII, No. 52, P. 3.

Crystalotypes. The subscriber begs leave to inform his friends, and the public generally, that he is now prepared not only to furnish Daguerreotypes of every size and style, but also Whipple’s celebrated patent Crystalotypes in the highest perfection of the Art, and at the very lowest prices. Daguerreotypes can be Crystalotyped, and the size increased to any size, even that of life if desired. Persons desiring to send Miniatures away, would find them much more convenient than Daguerreotypes they being much lighter.

Just received a large assortment of Frames, Cases, Lockets, &c. So come along, and get your Likeness, bring all the family and have theirs also. H. B. King.

Advertisement ran from August 17 to October 12, 1855.

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

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

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

1855 October 4. American Whig. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) October 4, 1855, Vol. XXXIV, No. 40, P. 1.

Premiums Awarded At The Bristol County Exhibition. We Subjoin the following reports of Committees in addition to those published laws week…

H. B. King, Taunton, daguerreotypes, $4 ; Chas E. Hawes, New Bedford, do., 3.00; Dunshee & Co., New Bedford and Fall River, do., 2.

1855 October 5. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) October 5, 1855, Old Series—Vol. XXIV, No. 40, New Series—Vol. VIII, No. 7, P. 1.

Briston County Cattle Show. We give a portion of the reports of Premiums awarded at the Cattle Show in New Bedford on Wednesday and Thursday…

Domestic Manufacturers and Fancy Articles…

H. B. King, Taunton, daguerreotypes, $4 ; Chas E. Hawes, New Bedford, do., 3.00; Dunshee & Co., New Bedford and Fall River, do., 2.

1855 October 5. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) October 5, 1855, Old Series—Vol. XXIV, No. 40, New Series—Vol. VIII, No. 7, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes On Glass. Great Improvements on the Patent Ambrotype. I am now prepared to furnish those new and beautiful Pictures of every size. These pictures will not fade at sea or in any climate; they are bold, clear, and of beautiful tone, they can be seen in any light, and are taken almost instantly. Pictures of all descriptions can be copied by this process at short notice.

Also, Daguerreotypes and Photographs, of every size and in the highest perfection of art. Just received, a large assortment of Cases and Frames, Gold Lockets, &c. H. B. King.

P. S.—I have just procured at an expense of $300, a double holo or extra large Camera, being more than twice as large as any ever before used in this place. Those wishing large Pictures, Groups, or Photographs, will find it to their advantage to call, as I can get them up better and cheaper than any other establishment. H. B. King.

Advertisement ran from October 5 to December 28, 1855.

1856 January 11. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) January 11, 1856, Old Series—Vol. XXV, No. 2, New Series—Vol. VIII, No. 21, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. H. B. King, No. 11 Main St., Is prepared to furnish every variety of Daguerreotype executed in the highest perfection of Art. The common Daguerreotype taken on silver plate, when well executed, nothing yet discovered excels. Daguerreotypes on Glass and hermetically sealed called Ambrotypes, are taken in one quarter of the time of Daguerreotypes, are also not reversed, are very beautiful, and can be seen in any light without glare, and will last for ages. Also the Crystalotype Taken on Paper. By this process a small Daguerreotype can be copied, and the size increased to that of Life if desired. A better assortment of Frames, Cases, Lockets, &c., cannot be found in any other Daguerrean Establishment, and if you want a Good Likeness on Silver, Glass or Paper, depend upon it, this is the right place to get it.

Advertisement ran from January 11 to September 19, 1856.

1856 September 26. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) September 26, 1856, Old Series—Vol. XXV, No. 39, New Series—Vol. IX, No. 5, P. 3.

H. B. King’s Daguerreotype Gallery, No. 11 Main Street. Pictures on Silver, Glass and Paper, in the highest perfection of the Art.

On hand a large assortment of Lockets, Frames Cases, &c.

Advertisement ran from September 26, 1856 to March 27, 1857.

1856 November 7. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) November 7, 1856, Old Series—Vol. XXV, No. 45, New Series—Vol. IX, No. 11, P. 3.

Ambrotypes. Remember that the best double glass Ambrotypes are taken at H. B, King’s, No. 11 Main street. Also, Ambrotypes for lockets, Pins, &c.

Something New—Pictures on Enamelled Iron; for durability, there is no question of their superiority; they will receive a fall without a fracture, and bend without injury.

Also, Pictures on Card-board, a capital thing for Portraits to be sent by mail, one dozen of medium size weighing less than an ounce. Call and see specimens.

Advertisement ran from November 7, 1856 to January 23, 1857.

1856 December 11. American Whig. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) December 11, 1856, Vol. 34, No. 50, P. 4.

Daguerreotypes. H. B. King’s Daguerreotype Gallery, No. 11 Main St. Pictures on Silver, Glass and Paper, in the highest perfection of the art.

On hand a large assortment of Gold Lockets, Frames, cases, &c.

1857 January 30. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) January 30, 1857, Old Series—Vol. XXVI, No. 5, New Series—Vol. IX, No. 22, P. 3.

Spanish or Foreign Quarters. Spanish or Foreign Quarters taken at full value (25 cents) at H. B. King’s Daguerreotype Rooms, No. 10 Main Street.

Advertisement ran from January 30 to February 6, 1857.

1857 April 3. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) April 3, 1857, Old Series—Vol. XXVI, No. 14, New Series—Vol. IX, No. 31, P. 3.

H. B. King’s Daguerreotype Gallery, No. 11 Main Street. Ambrotypes, On the most improved plan at H. B. King’s, sign of the big Camera, No 10 Main St. Also, several new kinds of Pictures on Paper, Canvass, &c. Please call and see specimens.

Advertisement ran from April 3 to November 13, 1857.

1857 October 23. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) October 23, 1857, Old Series—Vol. XXVI, No. 43, New Series—Vol. X, No. 9, P. 3.

Ambrotypes at Half Price, At H. B. Bing’s, [sic.] No. 10 Main St. Rather than be idle these hard times, I will take Pictures at very low prices, until I have closed off the stock of Cases, Frames, &c., now on hand. Those wishing good Likenesses, single or in groups, will do well to call soon, or they will lose the opportunity.

Gold Lockets, Pins, Chains, &c., at prices much less than they can be replaced, or manufactured.

N. B.—Children’s Miniatures at former prices. H. B. King.

Advertisement ran from October 23 to November 13, 1857.

1857 October 30. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) October 30, 1857, Old Series—Vol. XXVI, No. 44, New Series—Vol. X, No. 10, P. 2.

Good Pictures At Half Price.—Owing to the hard times, and pressure in the money market, the “country Through,” Mr. H. B. King, No. 10 Main Street, will take Ambrotypes at reduced prices to close off his large and well selected stock of Frames, Cases, &c. All who wish good pictures cheap, should give him a call soon. He has a fine assortment of gold Lockets, Chains, Pins, &c., which will be offered lower than can be bought elsewhere, for cash.

1858 March 12. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) March 12, 1858, Old Series—Vol. XXVII, No. 11, New Series—Vol. X, No. 34, P. 3.

Photographs and Ambrotypes. The subscriber is prepared to furnish Photographs, both plain and colored, in the highest perfection of the art. Please call and see specimens at H. B. King’s, No. 10 Main St. Sign of the big Camera.

Advertisement ran from March 12 to December 24, 1858.

1859 January 7. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) January 7, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 1, P. 3.

Photographs. The subscriber having made arrangements with the best artist in the city for finishing his pictures in India Ink, Oil or Water Colors, is prepared to furnish pictures of every size, which for accuracy, durability or beauty of finish cannot be surpassed.

Landscapes, Views of Buildings, &c., taken at short notice, small or indistinct Pictures of Deceased Persons, enlarged to any size and Copied On Paper Or Canvas, and finished in Oil Colors, being the only way of obtaining correct likenesses from small imperfect pictures. Persons having such pictures, and wishing them preserved, please bring the in before they are so faded and spotted as to be beyond reach of art to copy.

H. B. King, Sign Of The Big Camera, No. 10 Main St.

Advertisement ran from January 7 to February 11, 1859.

1859 February 18. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) February 18, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 7, P. 2.

Photographs And Daguerreotypes.—Our friend Mr. H. B. King, whose excellence in Photographic art is conceded by every one who knows anything of the matter, has lately been enlarging his phylacteries, and announces in his advertisement to-day improved means and increased facilities for serving the public in his line of business. Of course everybody will pay a visit to the new rooms of Mr. K., where we suppose the smiling faces of that gentleman may be seen at all times, which fact alone at this day is not without some value.

1859 February 18. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) February 18, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 7, P. 3.

Photographs and Ambrotypes. The subscriber would respectfully inform his patrons and the public generally, that he has recently Enlarged His Rooms, and added another large Sky Light, thus making them the best operating Rooms in the State. He has also a Complete Set Of Apparatus, procured at great expense, and as there are but few in the business, who have constantly practiced the Art Of Picture Making so long as he has, he feels confident that he can Furnish Pictures Of Every Style, in the highest perfection of the Art, and at prices as low as good Pictures can be afforded.

H. B. King, Sign of the big Camera—No. 10 Main St., Taunton.

N. B.—King’s is the only place in town where Photographs are made.

Advertisement ran from February 18 to November 18, 1859.

1859 September 17. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) September 17, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 37, P. 2.

Cattle Show. First Day.—The Thirty-Seventh Annual Exhibition of the Bristol County Agricultural Society commenced in this town this morning upon the premises lately purchased by a committee of the Society, therefore known as the “Sproat Farm”…

Second Day.—The evening of Wednesday was chiefly devoted by the sight-seers to examining the display at the Town Hall…

The mechanical products of the County were quite large in number…H. B. King, photographs…

The following are the premiums awarded by the several committees…

Domestic Manufactures…

Miss H. A. Richmond, Taunton, 2 colored photographs, 5.00.

H. B. King, Taunton, 1 lot photographs, 3.00.

1859 October 7. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) October 7, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 40, P. 2.

Bridgewater Cattle Show.—The Annual Exhibition of the Plymouth County Agricultural Society commenced on Wednesday, at their grounds in the town of Bridgewater…

In one part of the grounds we observed a yoke of fat cattle owned by Wm. H. Gifford of Westgort; [sic.] while a fine collection of photographs from H. B. King of this town ornamented that part of the hall devoted to articles of this description…

1859 November 18. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) November 18, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 46, P. 3.

Photographs. The subscriber begs leave to invite the attention of the public to his first-class Photographs.—Having a very superior Light, and a large and complete sett of apparatus, he is prepared to furnish Pictures of every style and size, from the smallest Locket Picture to Life Size, on canvas, in Oil Colors.

Copying in all its branches done in the Best Manner possible. Persons having Daguerreotypes that are dull, indistinct or fading, will please bring them in and secure a good, distinct and permanent Photographs, before they are so faded as to be past the art of copying.

Stereoscope Pictures I am also prepared to furnish of every style, and will go out and take views of Landscapes, Buildings, &c. Also, Families taken at their residences. Call and see specimens of this style of Picture.

Lockets.—A large stock selling Cheap. Remember the place, H. B. King’s, Sign of the Big Camera, No. 10 Main Street.

Advertisement ran on November 18 & 24, 1859.

1859 November 28. Lowell Daily Citizen and News. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) November 28, 1859, Vol. IX, No. 1099, P. 2.

Fire In Taunton. A destructive conflagration occurred in Taunton yesterday morning which reduced to ashes one of the busiest sections of the town. The burnt district extends on the southerly side of Main street, from Weir street to Babbitt’s block. The list of sufferers include two clothing stores, two book and drug stores, two hardware and furniture stores, three hat, boot and shoe stores, two jewelry stores, two printing offices, four saloons, two carpets and dry goods stored, one milliner’s shop, two paint shops, two daguerreotype establishments, one grocery, harness shop, coffin warehouse, fish market, insurance office, lawyer’s office, barber’s shop, dentist’s office, billiard saloon, and several tenements, involving an extensive loss to the owners and occupants. The fire originated in a confectionary saloon on Main street, and was discovered about 3 o’clock Sunday morning. Much time elapsed after the first alarm was given before the arrival of any adequate assistance, and no efforts were seasonably made to check the progress of the flames, which soon enveloped the entire building, and also communicated to Crandell’s block, on the corner of Main and Weir streets, which was totally destroyed. The loss is stated at $150,000.

1859 November 28. Lowell Daily Journal and Courier. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) November 28. 1859, Vol. XXIV. No. 5926, P. 2.

Large Fire In Taunton. A destructive conflagration occurred in Taunton yesterday morning which reduced to ashes one of the busiest sections of the town. The fire was first discovered about 3 o’clock A. M., in a confectionary saloon on Main street, and destroyed in its progress two clothing stores, two book and drug stores, two hardware and furniture stores, three hat, boot and shoe stores, two jewelry stores, two printing offices, four saloons, two carpets and dry goods stored, one milliner’s shop, two paint shops, two daguerreotype establishments, one grocery, harness shop, coffin warehouse, fish market, insurance office, lawyer’s office, barber’s shop, dentist’s office, billiard saloon, and several tenements. The total amount of loss is about $150,000, and the insurance is reported to reach $86,000.

1859 December 1. New Hampshire Journal of Agriculture. (Manchester, New Hampshire.) December 1, 1859, Vol. I, No. 52, P. 3.

Fire In Taunton, Mass.—A destructive conflagration occurred in Taunton, Sunday morning, which has reduced to ashes one of the one of the business sections of the country. The burnt district extends on the southerly side of Main street from Weir street to Babbitt’s Block. The list of sufferers include…two daguerreotype establishments,…

1859 December 2. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) December 2, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 48, P. 1.

[From the Daily Gazette Extra of Monday.] Extensive Conflagration! Thirteen Buildings Destroyed! Loss Nearly $150,000…Mr. Read’s loss is $1200—no insurance. Only one camera was saved from his rooms…

The building owned by George B. Atwood, and occupied by William Reed, Jr., & Co., grocers, on the first floor, and H. B. King, daguerrean on the second floor…Mr. King loses his stock and fixtures, valued at $2000. Insured for $1000 in the Shawmut Co., Boston…

1859 December 6. Portland Weekly Advertiser. (Portland, Maine.) December6, 1859, Vol. 59, No. 49, P. 1.

A destructive fire occurred at Taunton, Mass on Sunday morning, which reduced to ashes one of the busiest portions of the town. The burnt district extends on the Southerly side on Main street, from Weir street to Babbitt’s Block. The list of sufferers include two clothing stores, two book and drug stores, two hardware and furniture stores, three hat, boot and shoe stores, two jewelry stores, two printing offices, four saloons, two carpet and dry good stores, one milliner’s shop, two paint shops, two Daguerreotype establishments[2], one grocery, harness shop, coffin warehouse, fish market, insurance office, lawyer’s office, barber shop, dentist’s office, billiard saloon, and several tenements—involving a loss of $150,000.

1860 May 18. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) May 18, 1860, Vol. XXIX, No. 20, P. 3.

H. B. King Would inform his friends, and all who value a Good Likeness, that he now has the Finest Life-Size Camera In The United States, It having been made, at great expense, for the Patentee of the Ambrotype process, and as he has now the business, Mr. King has become the fortunate possessor, for a time at least.

Come and see what Splendid Likenesses It Will Make!

Pictures of any size taken and finished in India Ink, Oil or Water Colors.

Also, the smallest and dullest Miniatures copied into Photographs of any size, up to that of Life if desired, at Prices As Low As good work can be done.

Mr. King has for sale a Large Assortment of Plain and Colored Engravings, Lithographs for Grecian Painting, Stereoscopes and Stereoscopic Pictures, Gold Lockets, &c., &c.

Remember the place, Sign of the Big Camera, Opposite the Old Stand of Charles Babbitt.

Advertisement ran from May 18 to October 26, 1860.

1860 May 25. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) May 25, 1860, Vol. XXIX, No. 21, P. 3.

For Two Weeks Only! Stereoscopes, And Stereoscopic Pictures! The subscriber would call the attention of his friends and the public generally, to the fact that he has for sale for two weeks only, a large assortment of Stereoscopes and Stereoscopic Pictures, just received from New York, embracing views in all parts of the world, as well as scenes and incidents in real life.

Call And Examine! Remember the place. The Sigh Of The Big Camera, opposite the old stand of Charles Babbitt. H. B. King.

Advertisement ran from May 25 & June 1, 1860.

1860 September 7. Bristol County Republican. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) September 7, 1860, Vol. XXXVIII, New Series No. 1, P. 3.

Photographs! H. B. King’s Photograph Rooms, First Door East of Harris & Brownell’s, Main st. Photographs of every size taken from life or copied from old miniatures and finished in Indian Ink, Oil or Water Colors.

Advertisement ran from September 7 to October 19, 1860.

1860 October 5. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) October 5, 1860, Vol. XXIX, No. 40, P. 2.

Bristol County Agricultural Fair…H. B. King of Taunton, photographs and daguerreotypes.

1860 October 12. Bristol County Republican. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) October 12, 1860, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 6, P. 1.

Domestic Manufacturers. Premiums Awarded By The Bristol County Agricultural Society…

H. B. King, Taunton, types and shadows of the human family, (photographs,) 2.00.

1860 October 19. Bristol County Republican. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) October 19, 1860, Vol. XXXVIII, No. 7, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes And Photographs.—Mr. H. B. King, not excelled by any other artist in New England has removed to his new saloon over Mr. A. J. Baker’s store. Proverbially a very gentlemanly and accommodating artist, Mr. King will furnish most truthful and perfect likenesses of “the human face divine,” from full size photographs to the most tiny medallion from, required by his numerous customers.

1860 October 26. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) October 26, 1860, Vol. XXIX, No. 43, P. 2.

Photographs.—We take pleasure in calling public attention to the facilities afforded by Mr. H. B. King, for taking superior photographs, and other pictures. His location is at the original stand occupied by him. No. 9 Main street, up stairs.

1860 October 26. The Taunton Democrat. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) October 26, 1860, Vol. XXIX, No. 43, P. 3.

Photographs. H. B. King’s Photograph Rooms, No. 9 Main Street, Over A. J. Barker’s Bookstore. Photographs of every size taken from life of copied from old miniatures and finished in India Ink, Oil or Water Colors.

Particular attention given to taking miniatures of aged or infirm persons at their residences. Also to obtaining Landscapes, Views of buildings, &c., &c.

A very extensive assortment of Lockets, Cases and Frames, constantly on hand.

N. B.—Mr. King has the most extensive and complete apparatus of an operator in the country. The Public are invited to call and see for themselves.

Advertisement was recorded ten times between October 26, 1860 to June 11, 1861.

1861 July 26. Bristol County Republican. (Taunton, Massachusetts.) July 26, 1861, Vol. 38, No. 47, P. 4.

Photographs! H. B. King’s Photograph Rooms, No. 9 Main Street, Over A. J. Barker’s Bookstore.

Photographs of every size taken from life or copied from old miniatures and finished in India Ink, Oil or Water Colors.

Particular attention given to taking miniatures of aged or infirm persons at their residences. Also to obtaining Landscapes, Views of buildings, &c., &c.

A very extensive assortment of Lockets, Cases and Frames, constantly on hand.

Superior facilities for copying and enlarging miniatures.

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

[2] One two daguerrean establishes are recorded in 1859 Horatio B. King and Paddock R. Read.

Kimball, William H.

February 2, 2026Daguerreotypes, Photographs, Portrait PainterArtist, Concord New Hampshire, Daguerreotypist, Photographer, Richard H. Kimball, William H. Kimballpioneeramericanphotographers

1847-1849 142 Main Street, Concord, New Hampshire.

1847 12 Central Building, Manchester, New Hampshire.

1849-1851 189 Main Street, Dunklee Building, Concord, New Hampshire.

1851 Merchant’s Exchange Building, third story, Concord, New Hampshire.

1851-1852 School Street, A Few Rods West of the Post Office, Concord, New Hampshire.

1852-1854 South End of Stickney’s Block, opposite Court House, Concord, New Hampshire.

1859 Rooms, Over E. H. Rollins’ Drug Store, Concord, New Hampshire.

1860-1864 155 Main Street, Concord, New Hampshire.

N. D. The New York Historical Society’s Dictionary of Artists in American 1564-1860. (New York, New York.) P. 370.

Kimball, William Hazen (1817-1892) Miniature painter. Born April 6, 1817, at Goffstown (N. H.) Kimball studied miniature painting in Boston and practiced in Manchester (N. H.), Lowell, (Mass.), and Philadelphia. Returning to Manchester, he edited a newspaper for two years before taking up daguerreotyping in 1844. He settled in Concord (N. H.) about 1860 ad from 1867 to 1890 served as State Librarian of New Hampshire. He died in Concord on March 10, 1892. One of his sons, Edward Wyatt Kimball (born 1852,) became a professional painter.[1]

1839 December 21. Manchester Magazine. (Manchester, New Hampshire.) December 21, 1839, Vol. 1, No. 1, P. 3.

Wm. H. Kimball, Portrait & Miniature Painter, Room No. 46, Up Stairs, Elm Street, Manchester.

1847 March 25. Congregational Journal. (Concord, New Hampshire.) March 25, 1847, Vol. VII, No. 324, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Rooms. Marsh & Kimball, Daguerrean Artists, have taken rooms at 142 Main Street, (up stairs,) next building south of Eagle Coffee House, Concord, N. H., where they will attend to all orders in their profession. Ladies and Gentlemen, wishing to obtain correct and beautiful Daguerrean Miniatures, rarely to be met with, or to examine specimens of this wonderful art, are invited to visit their rooms, where they will scarcely fail to recognize the likenesses of their friends and acquaintances.

By recent improvements in the art, the most splendid results are obtained: in an instant, as it were, upon the silver surface, a correct and indelible picture is formed; the most unerring delineation of life; portraying the innocence of childhood, the joyous countenance of youth, and the dignity of old age. Fathers and mothers, brothers and sisters, lovers and friends, the cost is trifling, the object laudable;–delay not, then, to secure such valuable mementos of life, which, under the trying circumstances of a final separation from friends, no price can purchase. This opportunity once lost, may be lost to you forever. There is a time when a faithful likeness is beyond price, as it is all that can be preserved from the grave.

“Catch the Shadow, ‘ere the Substance Fades.”

Diamonds are valued and treasured with care,

And Brilliants are priceless, because they are rare;

But thy face, gentle reader, none saw ‘ere ‘twas thine,

And none through all ages will say, it is mine,

Ah, that Face! Nature’s masterpiece, quickly ‘twill fade;

But no matter,—the Daguerreotype comes to its aid.

Just give your attention—thy Features he’ll write—

True to nature the impress, everlasting and bright;

Thy friend with that picture,—No, never will part,

So true to the image engraved on his heart.

Miniatures taken from 8 o’clock, A. M., until 5, P. M., without regard to weather.

The Miniatures taken at their rooms, in correctness of expression, softness of light and shade, and artistic effect, will compare with those of any other establishment. Miniatures set in lockets, breast-pins, or bracelets.

A select assortment of gold lockets constantly on hand; also, plated ones, particularly adapted for Miniatures. All Miniatures executed at this establishment will be finished in the most perfect manner, and no one will be expected to take them unless they are perfectly satisfactory.

German and American Cameras, best French and American Plates, Cases, Frames, Chemicals, Polishing Materials, &c. &c., wholesale and retail, to which the attention of purchasers from the country is invited.

Advertisement ran nine times between March 25 to June 24, 1847.

1847 June 10. Congregational Journal. (Concord, New Hampshire.) June 10, 1847, Vol. VII, No. 335, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Pictures. Messrs. Kimball & Marsh, near the Eagle Coffee House, Concord, have acquired a deserved popularity among our citizens, for their truly excellent pictures, and should continue to have their rooms thronged with visitors. Every lady and gentleman wanting a first-rate likeness, should make them a call forthwith.—pab.

1847 November 12. New-Hampshire Statesman. (Concord, New Hampshire.) November 12, 1847, Vol. XXVII, No. 1381, P. 3.

Dissolution Notice. Notice is hereby given that the subscribers, by mutual consent, have this day dissolved their connection in business heretofore known under the firm name Marsh & Kimball. All just claims in favor of and against the firm, will be adjusted by Mr. Kimball, who will still continue business at the former rooms of the firm. Geo. Marsh, Wm. H. Kimball. Manchester, Nov. 1, 1847.

Advertisement ran from November 12 to 26, 1847.

1847 November 18. New Hampshire Patriot & State Gazette. (Concord, New Hampshire.) November 18, 1847, Vol. 1, No. 26, Whole No. 2026, P. 3.

Likenesses To Perfection. The subscriber having become full proprietor of the Daguerreotype

Establishment in the United States. He has recently made an essential improvement in one of the most important chemical preparation used in the process, and invites particular attention to his recent pictures as proof of the excellence thereof. With a long experience as an artist previous to becoming an operator, giving him the skill of imparting delicate and beautiful colors to his pictures, to judge of position and manage light and shade effective manner, he assures his patrons that he will not stand out of the front rank of operators in this country. Pictures made, in from 15 to 60 seconds, in all kinds of weather.

Rooms, in Concord, 142 Main Street, in Manchester, 12 Central Building, up stairs. Wm, H, Kimball.

Advertisement ran from November 18 to December 2, 1847.

1847 November 26. New Hampshire Statesman. (Concord, New Hampshire.) November 26, 1847, Vol. XXVII, No. 1383, P. 3.

Likenesses To Perfection. The subscriber having become full proprietor of the Daguerreotype

Establishments at Concord and Manchester, heretofore managed by Marsh & Kimball, now tenders his services to community in this true and beautiful art of Picture Making. And he does it with the fullest confidence, and pledges himself that his pictures shall not be excelled by any Establishment in the United States. He has recently made an essential improvement in one of the most important chemical preparation used in the process, and invites particular attention to his recent pictures as proof of the excellence thereof. With a long experience as an artist previous to becoming an operator, giving him the skill of imparting delicate and beautiful colors to his pictures, to judge of position and manage light and shade effective manner, he assures his patrons that he will not stand out of the front rank of operators in this country. Pictures made, in from 15 to 60 seconds, in all kinds of weather.

To Operators. The subscriber would say that he is prepared to furnish them an article of Sensitive Coating, superior to anything of the kind to be had in New England; also Chloride of Gold and gilding ready for use.

Instruction given in the art, including a complete knowledge of the preparation of every chemical preparation used, the latter of which will be a saving to any operator, in six months, of more than the whole expense of acquiring the art.

Rooms, in Concord, 142 Main Street, in Manchester, No. 12 Central Building, up stairs. W. H. Kimball. November 16, 1847.

Advertisement ran from November 26, 1847 to March 31, 1848.

1847 December 9. New Hampshire Patriot & State Gazette. (Concord, New Hampshire.) December 9, 1847, Vol. 1, No. 29, Whole No. 2029, P. 3.

Likenesses To Perfection. The subscriber having become full proprietor of the Daguerreotype

To Operators. The subscriber would say that he is prepared to furnish them an article of Sensitive Coating, superior to anything of the kind to be had in New England, also Chloride of Gold and gilding ready for use.

Instruction given in the art, including a complete knowledge of the preparation of every chemical preparation, the latter of which will be a saving to any operator, in six months, of more than the whole expense of acquiring the art.

Rooms, in Concord, 142 Main Street, in Manchester, 12 Central Building, up stairs. Wm, H, Kimball.

Advertisement ran from December 9, 1847 to March 2, 1848.

1848 February 24. New Hampshire Patriot & State Gazette. (Concord, New Hampshire.) February 24, 1848, Vol. 1, No. 40, Whole No. 2040, P. 3.

Kimball’s Daguerreotypes, Are universally admitted to be superior to any put up in the region, and equal to any in the world. Mr. K. would call the particular attention of Artists, Amateurs, and indeed all, to the peculiar excellencies of his pictures—the superior rotundity of features, and general relief of the whole figure—the depth, purity, and brilliancy of taste—the transparency of shading, always blending into the lights with a softness not excelled in any department of art, or even nature itself; while the lights are so managed as never to be overdone—the slightest lines and most delicate shades being preserved, and yet kept perfectly pure.

From a rapid and steady increase of patronage, he feels assured that these excellencies are generally appreciated, and in order to meet the demands of the community more efficiently, he will be assisted in future by his brother, having disposed of his rooms in Manchester, with the determination to spend his undivided efforts in meeting the wants of his friends and patrons in Concord.

Pictures put up in every desired style and form, and copying of all kinds satisfactory executed. Invalids will be waited upon at their residences, if desired.

To Operators. The subscriber would say that he is prepared to furnish them an article of Sensitive Coating, superior to anything of the kind to be had in New England; also, Chloride of Gold and gilding ready for use.

Rooms, 142 Main Street, first door South of Eagle Coffee House. Wm. H. Kimball.

Advertisement ran from February 24 to December 28, 1848.

1848 April 7. New Hampshire Statesman. (Concord, New Hampshire.) April 7, 1848, Vol. XXVII, No. 1402, P. 3.

Pictures put up in every desired style and form, and copying of all kinds satisfactory executed. Invalids will be waited upon at their residences, if desired.

Rooms, 142 Main Street, first door South of Eagle Coffee House. Wm. H. Kimball.

Advertisement ran five times from April 7 to June 8, 1848.

1848 June 16. New Hampshire Statesman. (Concord, New Hampshire.) June 16, 1848, Vol. XXVII, No. 1412, P. 3.

Kimball would remind Visitors, Members of the Legislature, citizens of Concord, and the people at large, that Daguerreotype pictures may still be obtained at his Rooms, in all kinds of weather, executed in that faithful and excellent manner which has given his later productions such wide renown. Please call in.

Rooms, first door south of Eagle Hotel, up stairs.

Advertisement ran from June 16 to 30, 1848.

1849 March 15. New Hampshire Patriot & State Gazette. (Concord, New Hampshire.) March 15, 1849, Vol. 2, No. 95, Whole No. 2095, P. 2.

“Light From Above.” William H. Kimball, Daguerreotype Operator, No. 142 Main Street (up stairs,) directly south of the Eagle Hotel. Rooms enlarged and extended, with a magnificent Top Light, universally conceded by artists to be the only light capable of giving a truly artistical development to the features.

Pictures put up in all weather in every desired style, and at reduced prices.

Chemical prepared for other operators, and stock for sale. Wm. H. Kimball.

Advertisement ran from March 15 to December 13, 1849.

1849 March 23. New Hampshire Statesman. (Concord, New Hampshire.) March 23, 1849, Vol. XXVII, No. 1452, P. 3.

Light from Above, Kimball’s Daguerreotype Rooms have just been enlarged and fitted up in a manner which he trusts will fully meet the increased demands of business, and the approbation of community. He is now putting up Pictures, made by a magnificent top light, which is always considered by artists and amateurs to be the only light capable of giving that free and full development of the features that always distinguishes true art.

Pictures made in any weather and put up in every desired style, and at reduced prices. He also prepares a superior article of Chemical, which, together with any kind of stock, will be furnished to operators on fair terms, for cash. Wm. H. Kimball. Concord, March 15, 1849.

Advertisement ran thirty time from March 23 to December 14, 1849.

1849 April 19. Congregational Journal. (Concord, New Hampshire.) April 19, 1849, Vol. IX, No. 432, P. 3.

Advertisement ran thirteen times between April 19 to November 15, 1849.

1849 May 3. Independent Democrat. (Concord, New Hampshire.) May 3, 1849, Vol. V, No. 1, Whole No. 248, P. 1.

Daguerreotyping Perfected! Prices Reduced!! Kimball’s Daguerreotype Rooms, At the old stand, have just been refitted, and extended, with a magnificent Top Light, always considered indispensable to the production of the highest degree of artistic excellence, not only by artists, but by all of acknowledged taste. Pictures put up in any weather, in any styledesired and at reduced prices.

Advertisement ran from May 3 to December 20, 1849.

1849 November 23. New Hampshire Statesman. (Concord, New Hampshire.) November 23, 1849, Vol. XXVIII, No. 1487, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes. We learn that Mr. Kimball, whose Daguerreotype Rooms in Concord have won such fame, is about to travel, to give the people abroad the advantages of his skill. He has purchased an interest in a Traveling Saloon, and intends visiting the villages generally in the State, still keeping his Rooms open as usual in Town.

1849 December 20. Independent Democrat. (Concord, New Hampshire.) December 20, 1849, Vol. V, No. 34, Whole No. 281, P. 3.

Great Fire! Last Friday morning, at about 1 o’clock, or citizens were awakened by the cry of “fire.” It was soon found that the long wooden block directly South of the Eagle Coffee House on Main St. had take fire in the upper part near the center of the building. Before the Fire Department could get well at work, the whole upper part of the building was in flames. Tis block was occupied in the lower part, by the Drug Store of Allison & Gault, the Bookstore of B. W. Sanborn, and the clothing Store of Dustin & Shaw. The second story was occupied by Dr. Haynes’ office, Kimball’s Daguerreotype Rooms, Cadwell’s Daguerreotype Rooms,…

1849 December 20. National Eagle. (Claremont, New Hampshire.) December 20, 1849, Vol. XV, No. X, P. 2.

Great Conflagration.—Concord, N. H. was visited on the morning of the 14th instant, with a most destructive conflagration. The long wooden block, immediately South of the Eagle Coffee House, in front of the State House, Main street, including the clothing store of Dustin & Shaw…Kimball’s Daguerreotype rooms, &c., were consumed…

1849 December 20. New Hampshire Patriot & State Gazette. (Concord, New Hampshire.) December 20, 1849, Vol. 3, No. 135, Whole No. 2135, P. 2.

Fire in Concord. On Friday morning about half past twelve o’clock, the large three story wooden block on Main street, next south of the Eagle Coffee House, called “Butterfield’s Block,: was discovered to be on fire,]; and before men enough to resit it had assembled, the fire had made such progress as to render it impossible to save the building, and it was entirely consumed, together with the two story building next south, owned and occupied by A. Prescott & Son for the manufacture and sale of musical instruments. Nex to that were two “ten footers” and then a two story dwelling house, all owned by Col. B. Grover, the first of which was nearly burnt up, and the other considerably injured. The Eagle Coffee House was in great danger, and suffered some, the windows and the wood work on the south side end being pretty much used up…

“Butterfield’s Block,” owned by Samuel Butterfield, Esq., of Andover…in the second story—Wm. H. Kimball, Daguerreotype Rooms, loss $450—insured for $400 in the New England Co., Concord. Dr. Timothy Haynes’ office, loss $100—no insurance. George H. Batchelder, Shoemaker, loss $100—No insurance. A. B. Cadwell, Daguerreotype Rooms, loss small…

1849 December 21. Barre Patriot. (Barre, Massachusetts.) December 21, 1849, Vol. 6, No. 23, Whole No. 283, P. 3.

Great Conflagration! Concord N. H., Dec. 14, 1849. Our town has just been visited with one of the most destructive conflagrations to which it was ever subjected…Kimball’s daguerreotype rooms, &c., must be consumed…

1849 December 21. New Hampshire Statesman. (Concord, New Hampshire.) December 21, 1849, Vol. XXVIII, No. 1491, P. 2.

Destructive Fire In Concord. On Thursday night of last week, at about half past 12 o’clock, our citizens were aroused from their slumbers and hastened to a fire raging freely in the large three story block, all of wood, on Main st., just south of the Eagle Coffee House, and in front of the brick block at the south east corner of the State House Yard….

…in the second story—Wm. H. Kimball, Daguerreotype Rooms, loss $450—insured for $400 in the New England Co., Concord. Dr. Timothy Haynes’ office, loss $100—no insurance. George H. Batchelder, Shoemaker, loss $100—No insurance. A. B. Cadwell, Daguerreotype Rooms, loss small…

1849 December 27. New Hampshire Patriot & State Gazette. (Concord, New Hampshire.) December 27, 1849, Vol. 3, No. 136, Whole No. 2136, P. 3.

Fire! Fire!! Fire!!! I wish to inform my friends and the public generally, that, notwithstanding the recent unfortunate burn-out, I am again located and ready to meet their demands for Daguerreotype Likenesses.

From the steady increase of patronage during my residence in Concord, I flatter myself that my Pictures are duly appreciated; and I pledge myself that my exertions to excel shall never be less, so that I may still maintain the proud consciousness of ranking with those very few operators who stand at the head of the Art.

On hand as heretofore, a complete supply of Stock, Chemicals and Apparatus, on moderate terms, For Cash.

Rooms, Dunklee’s New Block, Main St. Wm. H. Kimball. Concord, Jan 4, 1850.

Advertisement ran from December 27, 1849 to November 7, 1850.

1850 January 3. Independent Democrat. (Concord, New Hampshire.) January 3, 1850, Vol. V, No. 36, Whole No. 283, P. 3.

On hand as heretofore, a complete supply of Stock, Chemicals and Apparatus, on moderate terms, For Cash.

Rooms, Dunklee’s New Block, Main St. Wm. H. Kimball. Concord, Jan 4, 1850.

Advertisement ran from January 3 to July 25, 1850.

1850 January 4. New Hampshire Statesman. (Concord, New Hampshire.) January 4, 1850, Vol. XXVIII, No. 1493, P. 3.

On hand as heretofore, a complete supply of Stock, Chemicals and Apparatus, on moderate terms, For Cash.

Rooms, Dunklee’s New Block, Main St. Wm. H. Kimball. Concord, Jan 4, 1850.

Advertisement ran from January 4, 1850 to February 7, 1851.

1850 February 4. Congregational Journal. (Concord, New Hampshire.) February 4, 1850, Vol. X, No. 475, P. 3.

On hand as heretofore, a complete supply of Stock, Chemicals and Apparatus, on moderate terms, For Cash.

Rooms, Dunklee’s New Block, Main St. Wm. H. Kimball. Concord, Jan 4, 1850.

Advertisement was recorded thirty-four times between February 4, 1850 and February 6, 1851.

1850 July 12. New Hampshire Statesman. (Concord, New Hampshire.) July 12, 1850, Vol. XXIX, No. 1520, P. 3.

Serious Reflections. For The N. H. Statesman. Messrs. Editors: A few days since an interesting young lady, at the age of about 17, passed away from among us to the “Spirit land,” as silently as closes the beautiful rose under the influence of “Summer evening’s latest sigh;” but a few days before she took her upward flight,—and it was the only time for several weeks when she felt well enough to do it,—she rode to the Rooms of the Messrs. Kimball, and had he Daguerreotype taken twice or thrice while there. These she left with her family, ad to day fifty times the money paid for them could not buy them. The writer of this was present when the afflicted family returned from the grave where they had deposited the original, and saw the father, mother, sister and other relatives gaze upon the daguerrean copies with teary eyes, evincing the value they placed upon the likenesses. These were the first and only ones ever taken of her, and it was a solace in the hour of their greatest grief, that she had been thus thoughtful of those she was so soon to leave to mourn her loss.

The incident, sad and affecting as it was, made an impression on my mind, I resolved to call the attention of all who have neglected to have their daguerreotypes taken, and who read your paper, to the importance of doing it while in health and good spirits, that their friends may fancy they see them when they are out of sight of mortal eyes, as they were when moving among them in life’s pleasant hours.

I have often seen parents, and children, and other near relatives, very sad when the truth seemed to flash upon their minds, apparently for the first time, after the loss of a dear friend, that no likeness was left by the deceased upon which the eye would gaze, other than what was on memory’s treacherous plate.

I write this to go into the very interesting column of your paper, under the head of “Serious Reflections,” a column to which, for the Ladies’ sakes I trust you will continue to give much attention.—No one interested in taking daguerreotypes knows that I have written, or that I intended to write, a word upon the matter. I do ot write for the interest of the artists but for the interests of those who shall survive departed friends. I write to urge the living to do something while they can to soften the grief of friends when they die.

1850 Concord, New Hampshire City Directory. (Concord, New Hampshire.) 1850, P. 106.

W. H. Kimball, Daguerrian Artist, Has fitted up rooms in Dunklee’s Building, 189 Main Street, a few doors north of the American House.

He invites the attention of all who desire a good likeness of themselves or friends, to call on him, and procure one or more of those pictures of his putting up, which are so much admired by all good judges for their life-like and brilliant tone. Operators supplied with stock at Boston prices. Concord, January 1, 1850.

1850 Concord, New Hampshire City Directory. (Concord, New Hampshire.) 1850, Residence listing.

Kimball, Wm. H. Daguerreotype artist, 189 Main st., H.—Warren st.

Kimball, J. L.—Daguerrean Artist—189 Main st., H.—Warren st.

1850 November 14. New Hampshire Patriot & State Gazette. (Concord, New Hampshire.) November 14, 1850, Vol. 4, No. 182, Whole No. 2182, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. From 50 Cents to 20 Dollars. The subscriber hereby informs his friends and the public that he is again established in large and commodious Rooms with a light built expressly to his order and with every facility for making pictures, either singly or in groups, of the aged, middle-aged, children and infants in a manner seldom equalled—never excelled. Not to multiply words he asks the attention of a discriminating Public, not only to his specimens, but the pictures he is constantly sending out to every part of the country. Instructions faithfully given to such as have an aptness for the art and desire to learn, and apparatus and stock furnished on the most reasonable terms.

Rooms, Merchant’s Exchange, third story, over Allison & Gault’s Drug and Medicine Store. Wm. H. Kimball.

Advertisement ran from November 14, 1850 to February 6, 1851.

1851 February 6. New Hampshire Patriot & State Gazette. (Concord, New Hampshire.) February 6, 1851, Vol. 4, No. 194, Whole No. 2194, P. 2.

Merchants’ Exchange Building.—Among the improvements in this the principal village of Concord, made during the past year, we believe the erection of this, the largest and most extensive, block of buildings, has not yet received a newspaper notice. It occupies the [area] upon which formerly stood the block of wooden buildings which was consumed last [winter], situated directly south of the Eagle Coffee House and opposite the Patriot Office. The new block covers 84 feet front by 85 in depth, is of three stories, 11, 10 and 9 feet in height respectively…

…the third story. Here may be found the daguerreotype rooms of Messrs. Kimball, and usually a large number of ladies and gentlemen examining their specimens. Three or four of the rooms yet remain unoccupied…

1851 February 7. New Hampshire Statesman. (Concord, New Hampshire.) February 7, 1851, Vol. XXIX, No. 1550, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes From 50 Cents to 20 Dollars. The subscriber informs his friends and the public that he is again established in large and commodious Rooms with a light built expressly to his order and with every facility for making pictures, either singly or in groups, of the aged, middle-aged, children and infants in a manner seldom equalled—never excelled. Not to multiply words he asks the attention of a discriminating Public, not only to his specimens, but the pictures he is constantly sending out to every part of the country. Instructions faithfully given to such as have an aptness for the art and desire to learn, and apparatus and stock furnished on the most reasonable terms.

Rooms, Merchant’s Exchange, third story, over Allison & Gault’s Drug and Medicine Store. Wm. H. Kimball.

Advertisement ran from February 7 to August 9, 1851.

1851 June 19. Independent Democrat. (Concord, New Hampshire.) June 19, 1851, Vol. VII, No. 8, Whole No. 349, P. 3.

Interest Tables. The subscribers, having purchased the Right for making and selling Bread’s Interest Table for the State of New Hampshire, are now prepared to meet the demand for that invaluable article.

This Table, unlike all others, is at once so simple, cheap ad comprehensive—giving a ready solution to every problem in interest—that five minutes [attention] from any intelligent person will convince one that it must ultimately be adopted by all classes.

For sale at Kimball’s Daguerreotype Rooms, Exchange Building, (up stairs) and by the proprietors who are about to travel throughout the limits of their Right. Price, invariably 50 cents. Wm. H. Kimball, J. W. Worthen.

Advertisement ran from June 19 to August 28, 1851.

1851 August 29. Vermont Journal. (Windsor, Vermont.) August 29, 1851, Vol. VII, No. 13, Whole No. 326, P. 3.

Concord, Tuesday Morning, , 6 o’clock. The Best Part of Concord in Ashes! The most disastrous fire that ever occurred in this town or State took place here last night and this morning, destroying the best of the business portion of the town…

Next was the new Exchange, a three story brick block, which was burned in December, 1849… and Kimball’s Daguerreotype Rooms. The contents of this block were principally saved, but greatly damaged.

1851 August 26. Boston Daily Evening Transcript. (Boston, Massachusetts.) August 26, 1851, P. 2.

Great Conflagration At Concord, N. H. Through Messrs. Cheney & Co.’s Northern Express we have received a slip from the office of the New Hampshire Patriot, at Concord, stating that the most disastrous fire that ever occurred in that town or State took place there last night and this morning, destroying the best of the business portion of the town. The following particulars are given.

At about 11 o’clock last night the cry of “fire” resounded through out streets, and the alarm bells soon rang. The fire was found to be in Abbott’s paint shop, directly back of Stickney’s block…

Next was the new Exchange, a three story brick block erected last year on the site of Butterfield’s block, which was burned in December, 1849…and in the third story by W. H. Barrett’s and H. P. Rolfe’s Law office, Prescott’s Musical Instrument Manufactory, C. T. Tower’s Paint shop, and Kimbell’s Daguerreotype Rooms. The contents of this block were principally saved but greatly damaged…

1851 August 26. Manchester Daily Mirror. (Manchester, New Hampshire.) August 26, 1851, Vol. 2, No. 259, P. 2.

Extensive Fire in Concord. A fire broke out in Concord las night, at about 11 o’clock…

Next was the new Exchange,… and Kimball’s Daguerreotype Rooms. The contents of this block were principally saved, but greatly damaged.

1851 August 27. New Hampshire Patriot & State Gazette. (Concord, New Hampshire.) August 27, 1851, Vol. 5, No. 223, Whole No. 2223, P. 2.

Concord, Tuesday Morning, , 6 o’clock. Terrible Conflagration! The Best Part of Concord in Ashes! The most disastrous fire that ever occurred in this town or State took place here last night and this morning, destroying the best of the business portion of the town…

1851 August 27. The Union Democrat. (Manchester, New Hampshire.) August 27, 1851, Vol. 1, No. 32, P. 3.

We copy the following from the extra Patriot. It is impossible at this hour, (5 o’clock) to give a full list of the sufferers by this terrible fire. We can only give the principal ones…Kimball’s Daguerreotype Rooms…

1851 August 28. Independent Democrat. (Concord, New Hampshire.) August 28, 1851, Vol. VII, No. 18, Whole No. 359, P. 2.

The Great Fire! As most of our readers have already learned through other sources, Concord was, last Monday night, visited by the most destructive fire ever had in town. About a quarterb past eleven o’clock, The Paint Shop of Mr. G. D. Abbott, directly in the rear of our printing office, was discovered to be on fire…

…the New Brick Exchange Building in which were…Kimball’s Daguerreotype Rooms…

1851 August 28. National Eagle. (Claremont, New Hampshire.) August 28, 1856, Vol. XVI, No. XLVI, P. 3.

Terrible Conflagration! The Best Part of Concord in Ashes! The most disastrous fire that ever occurred in this town or State took place here last night and this morning, destroying the best of the business portion of the town…

1851 September 1. Exeter News-Letter And Rockingham Advertiser. (Exeter, New Hampshire.) September 1, 1851, Vol. XXI, No. 21, P. 2.

Terrible Conflagration! The best part of Concord in Ashes! The most disastrous fire that ever occurred in this town or State took place here last night and this morning, destroying the best of the business portion of the town…

1851 September 2. Dover Enquirer. (Dover, New Hampshire.) September 2, 1851, Vol. XXV, No. 4, P. 2.

Awful Conflagration In Concord. On Tuesday morning we received an extra from the patriot office giving the following details of a terrible fire in Concord on Monday night:

1851 September 2. Maine Democrat. (Saco, Maine.) September 2, 1851, Vol. XXIII, No. 4, P. 2.

From The New Hampshire Patriot, of the 26th of August. Fire In Concord. The best part of Concord, N. H., in Ashes!—The most disastrous fire that ever occurred in this town or state. Took place here last night and this morning, destroying the best part of the business portion of the town. At about 11 o’clock last evening fire took in Abbott’s paint shop, back of Stickney’s block…and Kimball’s daguerreotype rooms…

1851 September 3. The Granite Farmer. (Manchester, New Hampshire.) September 3, 1851, Vol. 2, No. 35, P. 7.

Fire at Concord…Kimball’s Daguerreotype Rooms…

1851 September 18. Independent Democrat. (Concord, New Hampshire.) September 18, 1851, Vol. VII, No. 20, Whole No. 361, P. 3.

New Daguerreotype House On School Street, A Few Rods West Of The Post Office. W. H. Kimball, will be happy to wait upon his friends and the public at his new place, where he assures them, may be obtained first class Daguerreotypes. Stock ad materials for Sale as heretofore.

Advertisement ran from September 18,1851 to April 22, 1852.

1852 April 24. New Hampshire Statesman. (Concord, New Hampshire.) April 24, 1852, Vol. XXVI, No. 1613, P. 3.

Kimball’s New Top-Light Daguerreotype Rooms, Stickney’s Block, third story, over E. H. Rollins’ Store. Picture taken in any weather. Stock and apparatus for sale at the lowest prices for Cash.

Advertisement ran from April 29, 1851 to January 19, 1856.

1852 April 29. Independent Democrat. (Concord, New Hampshire.) April 29, 1852, Vol. VIII, No. 1, Whole No. 394, P. 3.

Kimball’s New Top-Light Daguerreotype Rooms, Stickney’s Block, third story, over E. H. Rollins’ Store. Picture taken in any weather. Stock and apparatus for sale at the lowest prices for Cash.

Advertisement ran from April 29, 1851 to September 7, 1854.

1852 June 10. Independent Democrat. (Concord, New Hampshire.) June 10, 1852, Vol. VIII, No. 1, Whole No. 394, P. 3.

Kimball’s New Top-Light Daguerreotype Rooms, Stickney’s Block, third story, over E. H. Rollins’ Store. Pictures taken in any weather. Stock and apparatus for sale at the lowest prices for Cash.

Advertisement ran from April 29 to June 17, 1852.

1852 September 8. New Hampshire Patriot & State Gazette. (Concord, New Hampshire.) September 8, 1852, Vol. 6, No. 277, Whole No. 2277, P. 3.

More Light From Above, At Kimball’s New top-light Daguerrian Hall, Stickney’s Block, third story, over Rollins’ Apothecary store. Pictures taken in any weather, and neatly set in rings, pins, lockets, bracelets, cases and frames of every description, and at reduced prices. The arrangement of our light, especially for taking groups, is superior to anything of the kind in the country.

Advertisement ran from September 8, 1852 to August 31, 1853.

1853. Concord, New Hampshire City Directory 1853-1854. (Concord, New Hampshire.) 1853. Residence Listing.

Kimball, William H.—Not Listed in residence section

Kimball, Joseph L.—Daguerrian Artist, Stickney’s Block—H.—Warren Street.

1853. Concord, New Hampshire City Directory 1853-1854. (Concord, New Hampshire.) 1853, advertisement N. P.

Kimball’s To-Light Daguerrean Gallery. The arrangement of Light at this Gallery are such that pictures are made to suit all the various tastes of customers, and in every style of the Art, at as Low as can be obtained at any other Gallery in the New England States!

A good assortment of Gold Lockets, keys, pins &c. constantly on hand.

Please call and see specimens for yourself.

Entrance, south end Stickney’s Block, opposite the State House, Concord, N. H., 1853.

1853 February 14. New Hampshire Statesman. (Concord, New Hampshire.) February 14, 1853, Vol. XXXII, No. 1655, P. 5.

Burglary. Kimball’s Daguerreotype Rooms in the third story of Stickney’s Block, were broken into on Wednesday night, 10th inst. The door was opened with prys, and about $30 worth of Daguerreotype cases, picture frames and specimens were taken, among which was a large likeness of Ole Bull…

1854 March 30. Independent Democrat. (Concord, New Hampshire.) March 30, 1854, Vol. IX, No. 48, Whole No. 493, P. 3.

Kimball’s New Daguerreotype Establishment Just opened in Merchant’s Exchange up three flights of stairs On The Right. With Superior Light and Chemicals, we put up Pictures, in all weather, of unsurpassed excellence.

R. H. Kimball, Proprietor.

W. H. Kimball, Operator.

Advertisement ran from March 30 to August 10, 1854.

1854 April 5. New Hampshire Patriot and State Gazette. (Concord, New Hampshire.) April 5, 1854, Vol. 7, No. 359, Whole No. 2359, P. 3.

Kimball’s New Daguerreotype Establishment, Just opened in Merchant’s Exchange up three flights of stairs On The Right.

With Superior Light and Chemicals, we put up Pictures, in all weather, of unsurpassed excellence.

R. H. Kimball, Proprietor.

W. H. Kimball, Operator.

Advertisement ran from April 5 to July 26, 1854.

1854 June 8. Independent Democrat. (Concord, New Hampshire.) June 8, 1854, Vol. X, No. 6, P. 2.

Kimball’s Christallotypes. Wm. H. Kimball, at his Daguerreotype Rooms, In the Exchange Block, executes Crystallotype likenesses in fine style, and with fine remarkable fidelity. These Chrystallotypes are a very decided improvement on the daguerreotype. Call at his rooms and see them.

1854 August 3. Independent Democrat. (Concord, New Hampshire.) August 3, 1854, Vol. X, No. 14, P. 1.

From the Lowell News, a little [altered]. Have You A Good Daguerreotype?—We have often thought of the happiness one must enjoy in possessing the good daguerreotype of a deceased friend, in after years, when the original is laid in the cold and silent tomb, they might look and recall the scenes of life. What vividness would a faithful daguerreotype of the face of a friend create in one’s memory? and what money would purchase from us such a memento? These are questions but rarely thought of by us when we and our friend are in the enjoyment of life and health; but if neglected until the icy hand of death has parted us, we wonder that we could have been so thoughtless. And while upon this subject, we would remark that the picture of a friend, whether deceased or not, will be valued according to the accuracy of the picture. An indifferent one would not be much prized, while an accurate one will be prized highly. If any of our readers want a good daguerreotype, let them go to Kimball’s on Main street. Mr. Kimball has devoted himself assiduously to the study of the art for several years, spent much time and money experimenting, and has been rewarded by a knowledge and skill which enable him to stand at the head of his profession. Again we say go to Kimball’s in front of the State House, in Rollins’ and Stickney’s Block.

1859 September 1. Independent Democrat. (Concord, New Hampshire.) September 1, 1859,

Vol. XV, No. 19, P. 3.

Notice. The firm heretofore existing under the style of R. A. Houston & Co., is by mutual consent this day dissolved. R. A. Houston. Wm. H. Kimball.

1859 September 8. Independent Democrat. (Concord, New Hampshire.) September 8, 1859,

Vol. XV, No. 20, P. 3.

R. H. Kimball, having purchased and taken charge of the Photographic Establishment heretofore owned by R. A. Houston & Co., and in addition to his own experience and application, secured the services of Mr. Nichols, the distinguished Photographist from New York, and also Mr. Thomas J. Dane who has no superior as an Artist, asks the especial attention of the public to the pictures he is daily presenting.

The new and splendid Life-Size Photographs produced by Mr. N. through the Solar Camera process, are a marvel of art and beauty; and we claim the exclusive credit of introducing this surpassingly beautiful process, and in the hands of a perfect master in the art.

It must be conceded that this new Pictorial Revelation throws all the previous pretensions in Photography, excellent as they have been, quite into the shade, and promises a revolution in the art.—Its capacities are wonderful in every direction. Especially to those who have pictures of deceased or absent friends which they desire to enlarge and perpetuate, the Solar process furnishes a means hitherto unavailable. Even if your pictures are considerably imperfect, we have the means of restoring them to high order and beauty.

We shall be assisted by Mr. W. H. Kimball, a practical artist and well known Photographer, who by India Ink touching will restore imperfect pictures, and when desirable will color to nature.

Having spared no pains or expense in availing ourself of every means, and fitted our establishment to meet every demand, we confidently claim the public favor, and pledge our best endeavors in their behalf.

N. B. Every picture leaving our establishment warranted to be perfectly durable, and to give Satisfaction in all cases.

Rooms—Kimball’s Old Stand, (Over E. H. Rollins’ Store,) Opp. State House, Concord, N. H. Advertisement ran ten times between September 8 to December 29, 1859.

1859 September 10. New Hampshire Statesman. (Concord, New Hampshire.) September 10, 1859, Vol. XXXIX, No. 1997, P. 3.

We shall be assisted by Mr. W. H. Kimball, a practical artist and well known Photographer, who by India Ink touching will restore imperfect pictures, and when desirable will color to nature.

Having spared no pains or expense in availing ourself of every means, and fitted our establishment

to meet every demand, we confidently claim the public favor, and pledge our best endeavors in their behalf.

N. B. Every picture leaving our establishment warranted to be perfectly durable, and to give Satisfaction in all cases.

Rooms—Kimball’s Old Stand, (Over E. H. Rollins’ Store,) Opp. State House, Concord, N. H.

Advertisement ran ten times between September 10 to December 17, 1859.

1859 September 15. Independent Democrat. (Concord, New Hampshire.) September 15, 1859, Vol. XV, No. 21, P. 3.

Having disposed of all our right, title and interest in Photographing, Ambrotyping, &c., in Concord to R. H. Kimball, we hereby ask the continued favors of the public in behalf of our successor, and earnestly request all who are indebted to us to make immediate payment to R. H. Kimball, and also desire all who have claims against us to present as above for adjustment. Wm. H. Kimball, R. A. Houston.

Advertisement ran nine times between September 15 to December 29, 1859.

1859 October 5. New Hampshire Patriot & State Gazette. (Concord, New Hampshire.) October 5, 1859, Vol. XIII, No. 646, Whole No. 2646, P. 3.

We shall be assisted by Mr. W. H. Kimball, a practical artist and well known Photographer, who by India Ink touching will restore imperfect pictures, and when desirable will color to nature.

N. B. Every picture leaving our establishment warranted to be perfectly durable, and to give Satisfaction in all cases.

Rooms—Kimball’s Old Stand, (Over E. H. Rollins’ Store,) Opp. State House, Concord, N. H. Advertisement ran ten times between October 5 to December 28, 1859.

1862 January 23. The Independent Democrat. (Concord, New Hampshire.) January 23, 1862, Vol. XVII, No. 40, P. 3.

A Word about Photographs and Kindred Things. Our friend W. H. Kimball, has long devoted himself to the science and art of Photography, in all its various departments.—He is not merely a good mechanical artist, but he is a scientific one, who thoroughly understands the philosophical mysteries of his profession. Hence, it is not strange that his pictures should be so highly prized as they are, and that his rooms should be crowded with customers.—In producing Ambrotypes he has no superior, while his Photographs, of all kinds, are equal to those of Brady. In the difficult task of obtaining life-like and perfect photographs of young children, Mr. Kimball is eminently successful. His delicately colored portraits of this class, closely resembling the best paintings on ivory, are gems of beauty, only excelled by the bright living faces which they represent. The demand for card photographs is now very large, and Mr. Kimball is doing a great business in that department. Let all interested in these matters give Mr. Kimball a call at his rooms in the Block next north of Eagle Hotel opposite the Capitol.

1863 June 11. The Legislative Reporter. (Concord, N. H.) June 11, 1863, Vol. 2, No. 5, P. 2.

Fine Pictures. Large crowds daily visit Kimball’s Photograph Rooms in State Block. There is no place in the State where better photographs can be obtained than at this famous establishment. He has the best conveniences that can be found this side of Boston for taking pictures.

Concord City Directories. (Concord, New Hampshire.)

1850. daguerreotype artist, rooms Dunklee Building, 189 Main st.—h-Warren st.

1853. Not listed

1860. photographer, 155 Main st.—h-7 Tahanto st.

1864. photographer, 155 Main st.—h-7 Tahanto st.

[1] Morrison and Sharples, History of the Kimball Family in America, Vol. II. P. 653-854; Art and Artists in Manchester, P. 114; Granite Monthly, Vol. XIV, (1892), P. 125-126; Manchester City Directory 1844; Concord City Directory 1860, 1876.

Kimball, Richard H.

February 1, 2026Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, PhotographsAmbrotypist, Concord New Hampshire, Daguerreotypist, Photographer, Richard H. Kimball, William H. Kimballpioneeramericanphotographers

1854 Merchant Exchange, Concord, New Hampshire,

1859 Rooms over E. H. Rollins’ Drug Store, Concord, New Hampshire.

1859-1864 155 Main Street, Concord, New Hampshire.

1852 April 24. New Hampshire Statesman. (Concord, New Hampshire.) April 24, 1852, Vol. XXVI, No. 1613, P. 3.

Kimball’s New Top-Light Daguerreotype Rooms, Stickney’s Block, third story, over E. H. Rollins’ Store. Picture taken in any weather. Stock and apparatus for sale at the lowest prices for Cash.

Advertisement ran from April 29, 1851 to January 19, 1856.

1854 March 30. Independent Democrat. (Concord, New Hampshire.) March 30, 1854, Vol. IX, No. 48, Whole No. 493, P. 3.

R. H. Kimball, Proprietor. W. H. Kimball, Operator.

Advertisement ran from March 30 to August 10, 1854.

1854 April 5. New Hampshire Patriot and State Gazette. (Concord, New Hampshire.) April 5, 1854, Vol. 7, No. 359, Whole No. 2359, P. 3.

Kimball’s New Daguerreotype Establishment, Just opened in Merchant’s Exchange up three flights of stairs On The Right. With Superior Light and Chemicals, we put up Pictures, in all weather, of unsurpassed excellence.

R. H. Kimball, Proprietor. W. H. Kimball, Operator.

Advertisement ran from April 5 to July 26, 1854.

1859 September 8. Independent Democrat. (Concord, New Hampshire.) September 8, 1859, Vol. XV, No. 20, P. 3.

We shall be assisted by Mr. W. H. Kimball, a practical artist and well known Photographer, who by India Ink touching will restore imperfect pictures, and when desirable will color to nature.

N. B. Every picture leaving our establishment warranted to be perfectly durable, and to give Satisfaction in all cases.

Rooms—Kimball’s Old Stand, (Over E. H. Rollins’ Store,) Opp. State House, Concord, N. H. Advertisement ran ten times between September 8 to December 29, 1859.

1859 September 10. New Hampshire Statesman. (Concord, New Hampshire.) September 10, 1859, Vol. XXXIX, No. 1997, P. 3.

We shall be assisted by Mr. W. H. Kimball, a practical artist and well known Photographer, who by India Ink touching will restore imperfect pictures, and when desirable will color to nature.

N. B. Every picture leaving our establishment warranted to be perfectly durable, and to give Satisfaction in all cases.

Rooms—Kimball’s Old Stand, (Over E. H. Rollins’ Store,) Opp. State House, Concord, N. H. Advertisement ran ten times between September 10, 1859 to March 31 1860.

1859 September 15. Independent Democrat. (Concord, New Hampshire.) September 15, 1859, Vol. XV, No. 21, P. 3.

Advertisement ran nine times between September 15 to December 29, 1859.

1859 October 5. New Hampshire Patriot & State Gazette. (Concord, New Hampshire.) October 5, 1859, Vol. XIII, No. 646, Whole No. 2646, P. 2.

Merrimack County Fair. The Fair of the Merrimack County Agricultural Society, held in this city on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday of last week…List Of Entries. Inside The Tent…

R. H. Kimball, Twelve Photographs, colored and plain…

1859 October 5. New Hampshire Patriot & State Gazette. (Concord, New Hampshire.) October 5, 1859, Vol. XIII, No. 646, Whole No. 2646, P. 3.

We shall be assisted by Mr. W. H. Kimball, a practical artist and well known Photographer, who by India Ink touching will restore imperfect pictures, and when desirable will color to nature.

N. B. Every picture leaving our establishment warranted to be perfectly durable, and to give Satisfaction in all cases.

Rooms—Kimball’s Old Stand, (Over E. H. Rollins’ Store,) Opp. State House, Concord, N. H. Advertisement ran ten times between October 5 to December 28, 1859.

1860 June 8. The Daily Patriot. (Concord, New Hampshire.) June 8, 1860, Vol. XXVIII, No. 2, P. 2.

…Kimball, photographer, Concord, took different views of the Horse Guards while in position in front of the Capitol, and they will no doubt be good pictures…

1860 June 14. The Daily Patriot. (Concord, New Hampshire.) June 14, 1860, Vol. XXVIII, No. 6, P. 2.

Down! Down!! Photographs, At Kimball’s Opposite the State House, Both Life Size and small, in style and price to challenge the world.

Also, the various Collodeon [sic.] Pictures at any price to suite customers.

Advertisement was recorded between June 14 to July 5, 1860.

1860 October 3. New Hampshire Patriot and State Gazette. (Concord, New Hampshire.) October 3, 1860, New Series—Vol. XIV, No. 698, Whole No. 2698, P. 2.

List of Premiums Awarded by the Merrimack County Agricultural Society at its Fair, held Sept. 26, 27, and 28, 1860…

Painting And Drawing…

Best Photographs, R. H. Kimball, Concord, 1.00.

1860 October 4. The Independent Democrat. (Concord, New Hampshire.) October 4, 1860, Vol. XVI, No. 24, P. 3.

List of Premiums Awarded by the Merrimack County Agricultural Society at its Fair, held Sept. 26, 27, and 28, 1860…

Painting And Drawing…

Best Photographs, R. H. Kimball, Concord, 1.00.

1860 October 10. New Hampshire Patriot and State Gazette. (Concord, New Hampshire.) October 10, 1860, New Series—Vol. XIV, No. 699, Whole No. 2699, P. 2.

The State Fair. The eleventh annual Fair of the N. H. State Agricultural Society was held at Manchester on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of last week…

Award of Premiums…

Pictures…

Eaton & Wallace, Manchester, photographs, &c. 4;

E. H. Kimball, Concord, 2;

Mrs. F. A. Brown, Manchester, photographs, &c. dip.

1860 October 11. The Independent Democrat. (Concord, New Hampshire.) October 11, 1860, Vol. XVI, No. 25, P. 3.

24 Photographs For One Dollar! (By the New Multiplying Camera.) May Be Had At Kimball’s Photographic Art Gallery Being determined to meet every demand of the public, we have sounded every note in the Photographic scale, and are prepared to meet our friends and patrons at any point from high to low, and from large to small, on terms so unprecedentedly low for good, faithful work, that we confidently urge especial attention to our new arrangements and new proposals.

The disgusting and trashy cheap Ambrotypes may now be discarded, and their place supplied with Photographs at a mere fraction of their cost, neat, durable, and in every way more convenient; appropriate as a contribution to a friend’s scrapbook, to send by mail, &c. &c.

Also, Photographic Visiting Cards, a new and beautiful thing just now the rage in all polite circles.

We ask the particular attention of Collegiate, Academic and other classes in want of large quantities of Photographs, feeling sure we can meet any reasonable demand, both as regards price and quality.

Commanding the services of one of the most accomplished Photographist in this country, we invite especial attention to our work in the line of Life, Cabinet, and common size Photographs. In this interesting sphere of the art we allow no one either in city or country to distance us. Also, with a skillful operator especially devoted to Ambrotyping we propose to furnish Ambrotypes, and other collodian pictures as heretofore. Also, copies of and picture made and enlarged to any size desired.

Kimball’s Gallery, Opposite State House, Concord, N. H.

Advertisement was recorded between October 11, 1860 to March 7, 1861.

1860 October 13. New-Hampshire Statesman. (Concord New Hampshire.) October 13, 1860, Vol. XL, No. 2054, P. 4.

State Fair Premiums…

Eaton & Wallace, Manchester, photographs, &c. 4;

E. H. Kimball, Concord, 2;

Mrs. F. A. Brown, Manchester, photographs, &c. dip.

1860 October 24. New Hampshire Patriot and State Gazette. (Concord, New Hampshire.) October 24, 1860, New Series—Vol. XIV, No. 701, Whole No. 2701, P. 3.

24 Photographs For One Dollar, (By the New Multiplying Camera,) May be had at Kimball’s Photographic Art Gallery. Being determined to meet every demand of the public, we have sounded every note in the Photographic scale, and are prepared to meet our friends and patrons at any point from high to low, and from large to small, on terms so unprecedentedly low for good, faithful work, that we confidently urge especial attention to our new arrangements and new proposals.

The trashy, cheap Ambrotypes may now be discarded, and their place supplied with Photographs at a mere fraction of their cost, neat, durable, and in every way more convenient; appropriate as a contribution to a friend’s album or autograph book, to send by mail, &c. &c. Also,

Photographic Visiting Cards, a new and beautiful thing just now the rage in all polite circles.

Also, with a skillful Operator especially devoted to Ambrotyping we propose to furnish Ambrotypes, and other collodian pictures as heretofore.

Copies of any Picture made and enlarged to any size desired.

Kimball’s Gallery, Opposite State House, Concord, N. H.

Advertisement was recorded between October 24, 1860 to January 16, 1861.

Concord City Directories. (Concord, New Hampshire.)

1860. photographer, 155 Main st.—b-W. H. Kimball.

1864. photographer, 155 Main st.—b -W. H. Kimball.

Kerlinger, John M.

January 26, 2026Ambrotypes, PhotographsAmbrotypist, John M. Kerlinge, Photographer, Shakopee Minnesotapioneeramericanphotographers

1857 Second Street, Near St. Paul House, Shakopee, Minnesota.

1857 May 2. The Republican Advocate. (Shakopee, Minnesota.) May 2, 1857, Vol. 1, No. 28, P. 2.

Returned.—Messrs. Nathan Storer, William Cressey, C. F. [ ? ], and John Kerlinger, citizens of Shakopee, who spent the winter in the [ ? ] have returned to this place.

1857 September 5. The Republican Advocate. (Shakopee, Minnesota.) September 5, 1857, Vol. 1, No. 46, P. 2.

Omissions.—In our enumeration of the improvements of Shakopee, week before last, we inadvertently omitted to mention the fine two story concrete building, 20 by 40 feet, of our friend John M. Kerlinger, on Second street, near the new hotel. The lower story is designed for a store-room, and the upper one is to be fitted up for the Daguerrean Gallery of Messrs. Kerlinger & Chenoweth.

1857 September 5. The Republican Advocate. (Shakopee, Minnesota.) September 5, 1857, Vol. 1, No. 46, P. 2.

Ambrotyping and Photographing! Ambrotypes For Seventy-Five Cents!! Having located on Second Street, near the St. Paul House, the undersigned would respectfully inform the citizens of Shakopee and vicinity, that they are now in possession of a new and well selected stock of Goods, and are prepared to take pictures of the first quality and most improved style.—Those wishing pictures would do well to give us a call. Satisfaction given or no charge. Instructions also given in the art.

Give us a call. Kerlinger & Chenoweth. Shakopee, August 8th.

Kelsey, John D.

January 23, 2026Daguerreotypes, PhotographsDaguerreotypist, Heath & Kelsey, John D. Kelsey, Kelsey & Hovey, Myron Shew, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, Photographer, Rochester New Yorkpioneeramericanphotographers

N.D. Address Unknown, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1853 55 Main Street, Emporium Block, Rochester, New York.

1853 22 State Street, Rochester, New York.

1854-1857 55 Main Street, Gaffney’s Block, Rochester, New York.

N.D. The American Daguerreotype by Floyd & Marion Rinhart. (Athens, Georgia.) 1981, P. 398.

Lived in the same boarding house as Myron Shew in Philadelphia in 1850. Worked for Myron Shew, dates unknown.

1853 March 25. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) March 25, 1853, Vol 9, No. 72, P. 2.

The entire third story of the Emporium Block, corner of Main and St. Paul streets, is occupied by the Daguerrian establishment of Messrs. Heath & Kelsey. The first named gentleman came here a stranger last May, and commenced business. His partner has been here two or three months. Their success and progress for the year is quite remarkable. The rooms rented by this firm are finely situated for their business. The first is a room . The first is a room 45 by 20 feet, whose walls are hung with pictures, engravings, and frames of beautiful daguerreotypes, the handiwork of the establishment. This room is carpeted and well lighted, and is one of the best reception rooms of which we know. At the right of the room is a room 75 by 20 feet, running from front to rear of the Block. This room is about being brought into use. The ceiling is frescoed in Glessing’s best style. The floor will be covered with a handsome carpeting, and on the walls are to be suspended, within a few days now, the 52 portraits of the Pioneers taken by Kimball, and also a large number of other paintings. This Pio [damaged line] in the city and the enterprise of Heath & Kelsey is much to be commended in providing for it. At the extreme left, and opposite the Gallery room, is another large space, divided into rooms for various purposes, viz: a dressing room for ladies, about 15 feet square—a parlor, 35 by 20 feet, which is furnished with superb carpeting, with a piano, a chandelier, &c. &c. Next is a dressing room for ladies, 16 feet square, in which is Kimball’s large painting of the “Judgement of Solomon;” next in order is the work room, 35 by 20, supplied with all the accessories of the art—and finally the operating room, 25 by 25 feet, lighted and furnished with a full assortment of Cameras from smallest to the “mammoth.” A second room is about being constructed, with a large skylight, to meet the claims of the business.

The great advantage of these rooms, aside from the acknowledged excellence of the pictures taken is the fact that the entire suite is on the same floor—a great convenience where ladies and children are concerned. They are fast getting into shape to manage all the business that offers.

1853 March 28. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) March 28, 1853, Vol 9, No. 74, P. 2.

We learn that Messrs. Heath & Kelsey, who are forming a Gallery of Pioneer Portraits,” at their Daguerreotype Rooms, Emporium Block, recently procured a painting of the late Jared Newell, Esq.

1853 March 29. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) March 29, 1853, Vol 9, No. 75, P. 2.

Invitations, No. 1. We have such nice rooms, and everything so convenient for the accommodation of our friends, and for taking Daguerreotype likenesses that we cannot hesitate any longer to extend a cordial invitation to everybody to come and see us.—It is worth the while of any person to spend an hour in our rooms simply to look at the fine pictures that adorn the walls, and examine the superior daguerreotypes, that prove the excellence of the art, and the genuineness of the skill that is exercised there. The determination to possess as fine a miniature for one’s self, or one’s friend, is irresistible. Come to the Emporium Block, corner of Main and St. Paul streets, third story.

Advertisement ran from March 29 to 31, 1853.

1853 April 1. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) April 1, 1853, Vol 9, No. 78, P. 2.

Invitations, No. 2. Notwithstanding our first invitation has brought in upon us a rush of company, we take it is opportunity of inviting others, that we may enlarge the circle of our already extensive acquaintance. Ladies flock in crowds tour rooms to see those noble Daguerreotypes, and to insist upon having one of the same sort for themselves. Such pictures and such rare accommodations for the Ladies, are unknown here.—Come to the Emporium Block, corner Main and St. Paul streets. Heath & Kelsey.

Advertisement was recorded on April 1 & 2, 1853.

1853 April 5. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) April 5, 1853, Vol 9, No. 81, P. 2.

Invitations, No. 3. Come and see our prize pictures—they are the greatest attractions in the city. We have any quantity of them and lots of beautiful engravings and paintings, and then such nice operators, such choice instruments, and the very best operating sky-light ever built. There is no mistake about it. You have only to ascend two pairs of stairs, and then you on the level of our rooms, sky-light and all. It is in the Emporium Block, corner Main and St. Paul sts. Heath & Kelsey.

Advertisement Ran from April 5 to 7, 1853.

1853 April 8. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) April 8, 1853, Vol 9, No. 84, P. 2.

Invitations, No. 4. And still they come. Our visitors who, by the way, are reckoned by thousands, still insist that there are no such rooms as those occupied by us. A general expression of astonishment that anything so elegant is to be found here prevails. Every day the skill of our experienced operator is put in requisition, to take pictures for persons who are disgusted with the work turned out at the shops in town—where they profess to take Daguerreotypes. All conclude that the only place is in the Emporium Block. Heath & Kelsey.

Advertisement ran from April 8 to 11, 1853.

1853 April 12. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) April 12, 1853, Vol 9, No. 86, P. 2.

Invitations, No. 5. This glorious spring weather is the best time of all the year for taking Daguerreotypes, and for visiting our splendidly furnished rooms, and examining the beautiful pictures and engravings that adorn our walls. The clear sunlight only renders more shining and brings out the brighter coloring the excellences of our pictures, which it gives us such a magnificent operating light that we cannot fail to take the most faithful and life-like likenesses. Indeed all confess that there is no such word as fail, with. Heath & Kelsey.

Advertisement was recorded on April 12 & 13, 1853.

1853 April 15. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) April 15, 1853, Vol 9, No. 89, P. 2.

Invitations, No. 6. Of course there is a crowd here today. Walk in—our rooms are on the third floor of the Emporium Block, corner of Main and St. Paul streets. Once here, you have no further flight of stairs to climb to reach a cold and cheerless attic, or a low and poorly lighted back stairs garret. But right in here—hardly 10 feet distance, and close by these sofas, this piano, and these beautiful dressing rooms, is our operator and his instruments. You can have a picture in five minutes, and when you get it, it is a picture worth the money, and not a poor caricature. Heath & Kelsey.

Advertisement ran from April 15 to 18, 1853.

1853 April 19. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) April 19, 1853, Vol 9, No. 92, P. 2.

Invitations, No. 7. Of course there is a crowd here today. Walk in our rooms are on the third floor of the Emporium Block, corner Main and St Paul streets. Once here, you have no further flight of stairs to climb to reach a cold and cheerless attic, or a low and poorly lighted back stairs garret. But right in here—hardly 10 feet distance, and close by these sofas, this piano, and these beautiful dressing rooms, is our operator and his instruments. You can have a picture in five minutes, and when you get it, it is a picture worth the money, and not a poor caricature. Heath & Kelsey.

Advertisement ran from April 19 to 21, 1853.

1853 April 22. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) April 22, 1853, Vol 9, No. 95, P. 2.

Invitations, No. 8. Of course there is a crowd here today. Walk in our rooms are on the third floor of the Emporium Block, corner Main and St Paul streets. Once here, you have no further flight of stairs to climb to reach a cold and cheerless attic, or a low and poorly lighted back stairs garret. But right in here—hardly 10 feet distance, and close by these sofas, this piano, and these beautiful dressing rooms, is our operator and his instruments. You can have a picture in five minutes, and when you get it, it is a picture worth the money, and not a poor caricature. Heath & Kelsey.

Advertisement ran from April 22 to 25, 1853.

1853 April 27. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) April 27, 1853, Vol 9, No. 99, P. 2.

Invitations, No. 9. The reputation acquired by our uniform habit of making the best Daguerreotypes taken in Rochester, or indeed in any place, large or small, has given us an extensive patronage from the liberal admirers of really fine pictures. The invitations extended by us to the public, have been cordially responded to, and our books show an increased number of visitors and customers. Come one, come all—look at our show cases—our splendid casings in morocco , papier-mâché, pearl and gold—our beautiful array of specimen pictures, our fine gallery of paintings, our noble suite of rooms, and our glorious light shed down upon us from the blue heavens. These things, combined with our acknowledged skill and experience, make our rooms attractive and our customers enthusiastic.

Advertisement was recorded on April 27 & 28, 1853.

1853 April 29. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) April 29, 1853, Vol 9, No. 101, P. 2.

Invitations, No. 10. The reputation acquired by our uniform habit of making the best Daguerreotypes taken in Rochester, or indeed in any place, large or small, has given us an extensive patronage from the liberal admirers of really fine pictures. The invitations extended by us to the public, have been cordially responded to, and our books show an increased number of visitors and customers. Come one, come all—look at our show cases—our splendid casings in morocco , papier-mâché, pearl and gold—our beautiful array of specimen pictures, our fine gallery of paintings, our noble suite of rooms, and our glorious light shed down upon us from the blue heavens. These things, combined with our acknowledged skill and experience, make our rooms attractive and our customers enthusiastic.

Advertisement ran from April 29 to May 6, 1853.

1853 May 2. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) May 2, 1853, Vol 9, No. 103, P. 2.

The other day a couple of girls came to Heath & Kelsey’s Rooms to have their pictures taken, and brought with them a daguerreotype case which they said had contained a picture of their brother. They wished their picture to be set in this case, in order to save expense. Suspicion being aroused. Messrs. H. & K. sent word to Mr. Appleby who at once identified the case as having been on his table the day before, when he had missed it and the picture it contained. He also recognized the girls as visitors the day before at his rooms. This was promptly denied. But the affair resulted in a visit to the Post Office and an exposure of the girls. These Petty Larceny offenders seem not to know that detection of such thefts is often very simple. Perhaps this paragraph may be a warning to those who make gain by robbing the show cases of Daguerrians.

1853 May 7. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) May 7, 1853, Vol 9, No. 108, P. 2.

The World Challenged. The reputation acquired by our uniform habit of making the best Daguerreotypes taken in Rochester, or indeed in any place, large or small, has given us an extensive patronage from the liberal admirers of really fine pictures. The invitations extended by us to the public, have been cordially responded to, and our books show an increased number of visitors and customers. Come one, come all—look at our show cases—our splendid casings in morocco , papier-mâché, pearl and gold—our beautiful array of specimen pictures, our fine gallery of paintings, our noble suite of rooms, and our glorious light shed down upon us from the blue heavens. These things, combined with our acknowledged skill and experience, make our rooms attractive and our customers enthusiastic.

Advertisement ran from May 7 to June 15, 1853.

1853 May 23. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) May 23, 1853, Vol 9, No. 121, P. 2.

A Card in another column, advertises the dissolution of partnership in the Daguerrean business of Messrs. Heath & Kelsey. Mr. Kelsey will continue the business, and Mr. Heath will remain with him for a time. These gentlemen have been very successful in their business, and have built up a great reputation for enterprise and skill. Mr. K. as also rooms at No. 22 State st., which will be put under good management, and at once made popular. The arrangements for the Gallery of Pioneer Portraits, are fast concluding, and in a few days the portraits will be put up and the rooms opened.

1853 May 23. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) May 23, 1853, Vol 9, No. 121, P. 2.

Notice Of Dissolution. Notice is hereby given, that the Co-partnership heretofore existing between the undersigned, under the firm name of Heath & Kelsey, in the Daguerrian business, has been dissolved by mutual consent. James Heath, John Kelsey.

The business will be continued at the well-known rooms in the Emporium Block, by the undersigned. John Kelsey.

1854 June 16. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) June 16, 1854, Vol 9, No. 142, P. 2.

The World Challenged. The reputation acquired our uniform habit of making the best daguerreotypes taken in Rochester, or indeed in any place, large or small, has given us an extensive patronage from the liberal admirers of really fine pictures. The invitations extended by us to the public, have been cordially responded to, and our books show an increased number of visitors and customers. Come one, come all—look at our show cases—our splendid casings in morocco, papier machie, pearl and gold—our beautiful array of specimen pictures, our fine gallery of paintings, our noble suite of rooms, and our glorious light, shed down upon us from the blue heavens. These things, combined with our acknowledged skill and experience, make our rooms attractive and our customers enthusiastic. John Kelsey.

Advertisement ran from June 16 to August 19, 1853.

1853 July 8. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) July 8, 1853, Vol 9, No. 160, P. 2.

Kelsey’s Daguerrian Palace in Gaffney’s Block has been radiant for a few days, with a display of flags, such as is seen no where else, to the westward of the N. Y. Museum. They are the work of E. C. Wulliams, and they finely set off and advertise the rooms of Mr. Kelsey, where may be found most admirable facilities for the finest pictures. Among those now in his room we admire chiefly the beautiful views of residences and buildings in the city.

1853 August 2. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) August 2, 1853, Vol 9, No. 181, P. 2.

There was a fine daguerreotype of Miss Logan, the handiwork of Kelsey, in the Arcade yesterday. Miss L. had her benefit last night.

1853 August 15. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) August 15, 1853, Vol 9, No. 192, P. 2.

Kelsey’s Daguerrian Palace. This Establishment has now assumed a permanency in its proprietorship, as well as in the public climate and confidence, which it has steadily been gaining for the last few months. The proprietor is happy to receive, from those capable of making nice discrimination of comparative merit in the fine art.

Ample Testimonials of Competency to please and satisfy the good taste of the community. It is designed to make No. 55 Main Street, the Daguerrian Palace and Picture Gallery of Rochester and Western New York. No little pains and expenditure of means have already been appropriated for the accomplishment of that object, and still the work is but just begun. One advance has been recently achieved. An additional Suite Of Rooms And Another Splendid Skylight have been joined to the rear of the old establishment.

Twice the amount of work can now be done in the same time of waiting which has been hitherto required of customers. The patronage of the city and surrounding country has hitherto been liberally extended to this institution; and it is no vain presumption, that it will, in future, [be, the] Favorite Resort of the Lovers of Art who have an appreciation of the Quality and Style of articles which tax their purses, and are designed to be admired by good and correct tastes.

Also at No. 22 State Street, those rooms being now under the same proprietorship , it is believed that customers desiring Daguerrian Likenesses can be suited on terms as satisfactory as ay any other establishment in Rochester. John Kelsey.

Advertisement ran from August 15 to October 21, 1853.

1853 October 4. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) October 4, 1853, Vol 9, No. 235, P. 2.

The County Fair at the Court House…

The display of Daguerreotypes was very extentensive [sic.] and very fine. Kelsey’s Mammoth pictures surprised and delighted man who had never seen daguerreotypes of such size. And they were as noticeable for their distinctness and finish, as for their magnitude.

Whitney’s group excited, as they always do, very general attention. His pictures are exceedingly elegant and perfect. Indeed, we think them equal to any we have seen at any Fair, County or State.

1853 December 12. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) December 12, 1853, Vol 9, No. 294, P. 2.

A frame containing a half-dozen beautiful daguerreotypes of out-door scenes in the city, was exhibited by Kelsey in the Arcade Hall, on Saturday.

1854 June 5. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) June 5, 1854, Vol 10, No. 133, P. 2.

Mr. Kelsey, the Daguerrian has a series of Photographic views of the late eclipse, on exhibition in the Arcade Hall. They are very successfully done. Mr. Kelsey is awake to all the improvements in the art, and has paid much attention to the taking of out door views. His Daguerreotypes of residences and other buildings in this city and vicinity have been excellent and have attracted much attention.

1854 October 24. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) October 24, 1854, Vol. 10, No. 253, P. 2.

Mr. Douglass Hovey, a daguerrian operator from New York, has lately formed a copartnership with Mr. Kelsey. Of the Daguerrian Palace Gallery. The accession of photographic talent, secures to the establishment the well earned reputation hitherto enjoyed for the production of excellent pictures and gives the assurance of a continuance of the confidence and patronage which the public has given its former proprietor. These gentlemen propose to make theirs the continued place of resort for all those who have an eye for the beautiful, and an appreciation for true gems of Daguerrian art.

1855 March 16. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) March 16, 1855, Vol 11, No. 66, P. 2.

A Trip Across the Suspension Bridge…

We can only speak of the architectural beauty of the bridge. It must be seen to be appreciated. Mr. Kelsey, of this city took several Daguerrian views of it, on Wednesday, which may be see at his room, on Main st. They are very fine representations.

1855 March 17. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) March 17, 1855, Vol 11, No. 67, P. 2.

Suspension Bridge.—Five perfect views of this bridge were taken on Wednesday by Mr. Kelsey on plates prepared in Rochester, which were kept sensitive for the space of eight hours. The discovery of the chemical compound used for such purposes, Mr. Kelsey claims to have the credit for which the fraternity. The train of cars seen upon the Bridge gives life and interest to the scene. The views we believe are to be sent to Boston, and will appear in Ballou’s Pictorial.

1855 May 4. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) May 4, 1855, Vol 11, No. 107, P. 2.

We cannot forbear mentioning, in this connection, the superb photograph of the upper Falls, taken by our enterprising townsmen, Messrs. Kelsey & Hovey. We have seen the finest water-views taken by Mr. Black, of Boston, undoubtedly the most skilful Photographer in America; but we remember none in which he has been as fortunate as our Rochester artists in catching the spirit of falling water and spray. Much credit is due these gentlemen for their successful attempt to bring strangers, and not a few of our own citizens, to a better acquaintance with our great cataract. They should neglect the lower Falls, nor the magnificent scenery of Portage.

1855 July 10. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) July 10, 1855, Vol 11, No. 166, P. 2.

Mr. Kelsey, at his Daguerrian Rooms in the Crystal Palace Block, has shown us some specimens of Photograph portraits, of life size, taken in a sitting of one minute, and then painted over.—They are perfect likenesses, and are furnished cheap. He has them also of reduced size. It is a splendid exhibition of the art.

1855 August 2. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) August 2, 1855, Vol 11, No. 184, P. 2.

A Card—The undersigned, in some article lately published, have claimed the credit of the first introduction of Life Size Photographic Painting in Rochester, and of being the only successful operators by this process.

A presumptuous attempt has lately been made, by advertisements from another quarter, to subvert this claim and delude the public into a belief foreign from the truth. We therefore see it appropriate to make a more formidable protest against any further efforts of a cotemporary artist to thus seek unwarrantable honors for superior Photographic ability, and for appropriating unto himself a credit for skill which he does not possess.

We take occasion to repeat, that Life-size, or even Cabinet size Photographic impressions on Canvass, and colored in oil, are taken at no other establishment in Rochester. We make this statement fearlessly, the truth of which all may easily become satisfied.

We justly expect the credit due to success in this most difficult yet beautiful process, and we hope for no patronage not justified by the actual merit in our productions. Kelsey & Hovey, 55 Main street. July 24, 1855.

Advertisement was recorded between August 2 to 10, 1855.

1855 September 1. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) September 1, 1855, Vol 11, No. 210, P. 2.

Photographic Painting.—These are portraits on canvass and colored in oil, like other paintings. The method by which the portrait is produced differs from that formerly practiced by artists. The likeness is not first drawn with a pencil by the hand, but taken with an instrument on the canvass. In effectually placing the portrait upon the prepared canvass, the work of the artist has been greatly abridged,—he has only to color the portrait and it is done. In a work of art, having to create, requires genius; but a good colorist may save the likeness and expression as given in the Photograph. For these portraits is claimed greater accuracy than is possible to be obtained by any other method. Only one sitting of a few seconds is required in their production. Life and cabinet sizes, on canvass or paper, and colored to life, are taken by Kelsey & Hovey, Gaffney’s block, Main St.

1855 September 24. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) September 24, 1855, Vol 11, No. 228, P. 2.

The County Fair held on Thursday and Friday Sept. 20 and 21. The County Fair at Spencerport was better attended than hitherto…

Messrs Kelsey & Hovey, 3 Photographic paintings, one of C. J. Hill, of Rochester, attracted great attention.

1855 September 25. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) September 25, 1855, Vol 11, No. 229, P. 3.

Monroe County Fair. List of Premiums. Awarded by the Monroe County Agricultural Society at the Annual Fair held at Spencerport, Sept. 20th and 21st, 1855…

Domestic Manufacturers…

Discretionary Premiums in this Department…

Photographs in Oil, Kelsey & Hovey, Rochester, Silver Medal.

1855 November 29. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) November 29, 1855, Vol 11, No. 284, P. 2.

A fine likeness of his Honor Mayor Hayden, by that accomplished portrait painter Mr. Nelson Cook, is on exhibition in the Arcade Hall—also a fine photographic portrait of the same gentleman by Messrs. Kelsey & Hovey. These pictures attracted no little attention yesterday.

1857 January 2. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) January 2, 1857, Vol 13, No. 1, P. 1.

In Beauty, Perfection, And Artistic Finish, Are The Richly Painted Photographs And Pictures In every style, made by Kelsey & Hovey. 53 Main street, Gaffney’s Block, corner St. Paul street. Nov. 13, 1856.

Advertisement was recorded from January 2 to February 17, 1857.

1857 March 23. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) March 23, 1857, Vol 13, No. 68, P. 3.

The County Court room has received a material embellishment recently from the transfer to its walls of the Pioneer Portrait Gallery, heretofore kept in connection with the Daguerrean and Photographic Gallery of Messrs. Kelsey & Hovey, corner of Main and St. Paul streets, who are about to enlarge their establishment. The pictures are still owned by Mr. Kelsey, and are placed in the Court room for safe keeping. Whether they are to remain there permanently or not, we are not informed. There are fifty one of them, which with the one that has long been hanging above the Judge’s bench, representing Hon. Vincent Matthews, and which is owned we believe by the County, make fifty-two portraits. All of them we believe, except that of Judge Matthews, were painted by Mr. Colby Kimble, of this city. The group about the portrait of Judge Matthews, are all the counterfeit presentments of citizens who have occupied seats upon the bench of our County Court. They are Hons. Ashley Sampson, Moses Chapin, E. B. Strong, Wm. Buell, Joseph Sibley, Powell Carpenter, Elisha Ely, and Ralph Parker. All of them are still living, except the three last named.

These portraits are appropriate and beautiful accessions to the already handsome Court room.

1857 April 3. Rochester Daily American. (Rochester, New York.) April 23, 1857, Vol 13, No. 77, P. 1.

By Ald. Winslow—Resolved, That Kelsey & Hovey be allowed and paid one hundred and fifty dollars out of the Contingent Fund, when there is money applicable thereto, for the portrait of first Mayor, the Hon. Jonathan Child, executed by them, and now on exhibition in this Council Chamber; conditioned, however, that before the payment of the said one hundred and fifty dollars the said Kelsey & Hovey procure and place in this Chamber, as the property of the city of Rochester, the portraits of at least one-half of the ex-Mayors now living, without further expense to the city.

Adopted—as follows:

Ayes—Ald. Parsons, Winslow, McDonald, Perry, Selye, Morey and Dutton—7.

Noes—Ald. Pancost, Briggs, Morse, Bennett, Fish and Bauer—6.

Adjourned to Friday evening, April 3d.

C. N. Simmons, Clerk.

Kelley, James H.

January 20, 2026Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Melainotypes, PhotographsAmbrotypist, Daguerreotypist, Hill Kelley & Co., J. Hill, James H. Kelley, James H. Kelly, Melainotypist, Photographer, St Paul Minnesotapioneeramericanphotographers

1857-1859 Drew’s Building, Third Street, St. Paul, Minnesota.

1857 October 31. Falls Evening News. (Minneapolis, Minnesota.) October 31, 1857, Vol. 1, No. 26, P. 2.

Great Excitement At The New Photograph And Ambrotype Gallery!! Pictures for the Million! 50 taken in one day, and more waiting!

J. Hill & Co., successor to J. H. Kelley, invite the Public to examine their specimens of Photographs, colored and plain. Ambrotypes by an entire new process. Melainotypes, Daguerreotypes and Pictures on patent leather. Having a complete stock of cases, Frame, Lockets, &c., we are now prepared to put up pictures in every form—we also have on hand a few oil paintings for sale cheap.

N. B. Particular attention is invited to the clear and life-like expression of the eye, the rich and beautiful softness of tone, the rare and exquisite finish of both plate and picture, and especially to their permanency. We wish it distinctly understood that we use none but the very best materials. Those who have favored us with a call, have expressed the most perfect satisfaction, and that they are in point of delineation, boldness and unerring truthfulness, equalled by few. J. Hill & Co.

1858 March 13. Saint Paul Financial, Real Estate and Railroad Advertiser. (St. Paul, Minnesota.) March 13, 1858, P. 3.

New Photograph And Ambrotype Gallery. Hill, Kelly & Company, Having opened a suit of Rooms in Drew’s Building, on Third Street, (next door to Cathcart’s) are now ready to wait on all who may favor them with a call, and prepared to take all the different styles of pictures now in use, consisting of

Photographs, colored and plain, Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Daguerreotypes, and Pictures on Patent Leather—all of which are warranted. Perfect satisfaction will be given, or no charge.

A share of the public patronage is respectfully solicited. St. Paul, Jan. 25th, 1858.

1858 May 1. Saint Paul Weekly Minnesotian. (Saint Paul,Minnesota.) May 1, 1858, Vol. 7, No. 31, P. 3.

Persons having friends who are members of the Legislature can obtain pictures of them by calling at Hill, Kelley & Co.’s Ambrotype Saloon, Drew’s Building, Third Street.

1859 October 15. Saint Paul Weekly Minnesotian. (Saint Paul,Minnesota.) October 15, 1859, Vol. 9, No. 5, P. 1

The State Fair. Five Thousand People In Attendance. Minneapolis, Thursday Ec=vening, October 6th, 1859…

St. Paul exhibitors as follows…

Hill & Kelley—Case of ambrotypes and melainotypes…

Just thirteen in all! Yet I am glade to say that the St. Paul articles formed a main part of the Fair. The very first thing one sees on going into the main building, is a beautiful display of Photographs, &c. from the well-known St. Paul Artist, Whitney, and another equally fine case from Messrs. Hill & Kelly. A crowd was about these pictures all the time, and they certainly were altogether as fine a gallery of pictures as we ever saw in such a place. They both deserve premiums.

Judson, Agur

January 18, 2026Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, PhotographsAgur Judson, Ambrotypist, Bridgeport Connecticut, Daguerreotypist, Edward D. Stilson, James Alexander McDougall, Judson & Mackie, Newark New Jersey, Photographerpioneeramericanphotographers

1851-1852 Corner State and Water Streets, Bridgeport, Connecticut.

1853-1854 23 State Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut.

1854 112 Main Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut.

1856-1868 238 Broad Street, Newark, New Jersey.[1]

1851 November 14. Tri-Weekly Standard. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) November 14, 1851, Vol. 2, No. 136, Whole No. 289, P. 2.

A Judson, Daguerrian Artist! Having taken the Rooms formerly occupied by C. S. Middlebrook, Corner State and Water streets, Bridgeport, Ct. Is prepared to take Likenesses in the most approved style of the day, and in a superior manner.

A call is respectfully solicited.

Satisfaction given, or the person will not be expected to take the Picture. No. 10.

Advertisement was recorded three times between November 13 to December 1, 1851.

1851 December 24. Tri-Weekly Standard. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) December 24, 1851, Vol. 2, No. 153, Whole No. 306, P. 3.

Bridgeport Daguerrian Gallery Corner State And Water-Sts. Judson & Mackie, Daguerrian Artists, Are prepared to take, in the best style, the most splendid Likenesses in the present perfection of the art, by a superior process, calculated to please the best judges.

Please call and examine specimens. Satisfaction given, or the person will not be expected to take the picture. Dec. 15.

Advertisement was recorded eight times between December 24, 1851 to February 16, 1852.

1852 February 16. Tri-Weekly Standard. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) February 16, 1852, Vol. 3, No. 20, Whole No. 329, P. 2.

Bridgeport Art Gallery! No. 61 Water street Bridgeport, (lately occupied by C. S. Middlebrook.)

Blest be the Art, which faithful to its trust,

Cam call each form in beauty from the dust;

Bis the veiled orb resume its wonted fire,

Retint the cheek and all but life inspire.

Mackie & Judge Proprietors of the Bridgeport Art Gallery are now prepared to execute orders in every department of Daguerreotyping. Their experience in the business, and the success with which they have thus far met, encourage them to hope for a liberal share of public patronage. A permanent Daguerrian Gallery has long been needed in Bridgeport; such an establishment the proprietors intend to keep, and the confidently look to a discriminating public for assistance in the enterprise. George Mackie. Agur Judson.

Advertisement ran from February 16 to July 19, 1852.[2]

1852 May 21. Tri-Weekly Standard. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) May 21, 1852, Vol. 3, No. 59, Whole No. 369, P. 2.

We refer our readers to the Daguerreotype Advertisements of Mr. F. W. Lewis and Messrs. Judson & Mackie. They need no commendation from us.

1852 July 23. Tri-Weekly Standard. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) July 23, 1852, Vol. 3, No. 85, Whole No. 395, P. 2

A Judge, Daguerrian Artist, Corner Water and State sts. Bridgeport, Ct,

Advertisement ran from July 22, 1852 to March 23, 1853.

1853 March 28. Tri-Weekly Standard. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) March 28, 1853, Vol. 4, No. 36, Whole No. 503, P. 2

A Judson, Daguerrian Artist, (Removed to) No. 23 State Street, (2^nd floor.) Bridgeport, Ct.

Advertisement ran from March 28, 1852 to March 13, 1854.

1853 June 14. Republican Farmer. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) June 14, 1853, Vol. XLIII, No 2252, New Series—Vol. XII, No. 598, P. 1.

A Judson, Daguerrein (sic.) Artist, Removed to 23 State Street, (2d Floor,) Bridgeport, Conn. March 28.

1854 March 10. Tri-Weekly Standard. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) March 10, 1854, Vol. 5, No. 30, Whole No. 650, P. 2

Fire. About 3 o’clock yesterday morning, a fire broke out in a small wooden building in State street, occupied below by Dolan & Manning, merchant tailors, and above by A. Judson, Daguerrian…it is said that D. & M. were insured for $700, and Mr. Judson for $400.

1854 March 20. Tri-Weekly Standard. (Bridgeport, Connecticut.) March 20, 1854, Vol. 5, No. 34, Whole No. 654, P. 2

A Judson’s Daguerrian Gallery, 112 Main-St., Bridgeport, Conn. Over the store of J. F. Dunham & Co.

Advertisement ran from March 20 to July 24, 1854.

1856 September 8. Newark Daily Advertiser. (Newark, New Jersey.) September 8, 1856, Vol. XXV, No. 215, P. 2.

The Great State Fair. The Great Fair Of The New Jersey Agricultural Society…

Class 8—Cabinet ware, Musical Instruments, &c.—…

Photographs and Ambrotypes by Henry Rolf…

Photographs, &c. O. C. Benjamin…

Ambrotypes, A. Judson…

1856 September 9. Sentinel Of Freedom. (Newark, New Jersey.) September 9, 1856, Vol. LVIII, No. 9, Whole No. 2794, P. 3.

The Great State Fair. The Great Fair Of The New Jersey Agricultural Society…

Class 8—Cabinet ware, Musical Instruments, &c.—…

Photographs and Ambrotypes by Henry Rolf…

Photographs, &c. O. C. Benjamin…

Ambrotypes, A. Judson…

1856 September 10. Newark Daily Advertiser. (Newark, New Jersey.) September 10, 1856, Vol. XXV, No. 217, P. 2.

The Agricultural Fair. The Great Fair of the State Agricultural Society is now about complete…

The next tent is full of Manufactured Goods…

Ambrotypes, and photographs, by Benjamin, Rolf, Judson;…

1856 September 16. Sentinel Of Freedom. (Newark, New Jersey.) September 16, 1856, Vol. LVIII, No. 10, Whole No. 2795, P. 3.

Close Of The Fair. The great Fair of the New Jersey Agricultural Society closed on Friday…

The Premiums. The premiums awarded were read by the Secretary Mr. Frazee on Friday, as follows…

Paintings, Drawings And Engravings—best daguerreotypes, O. C. Benjamin, Newark, diploma; ambrotypes, A. Judson & Co., Newark, diploma; best photographs, O. C. Benjamin, diploma; photographs and ambrotypes H. Rolf, Newark, diploma.

1857 February 10. Newark Daily Advertiser. (Newark, New Jersey.) February 10, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 36, P. 3.

The Judson Gallery.—Seeing it announced by parties that I am associated with various Photographic and Ambrotype Galleries in this city, and feeling that this a constant embarrassment to myself, as well as leading the public to believe that I am not really connected with any. I have found it necessary to make an arrangement with one of these establishments. Desirous to form one that would give the joint pictures an artistic value. I have selected the best Operator in the city in A. Judson, No. 238 Broad st., one door above the Canal, whom I havealso long considered the best Ambrotypist in the United States.

Having for a long term of years been conversant with the higher branches of the art, and constantly making it a study, my partnership with this establishment will add to the merit of the truly elegant pictures which Mr. Judson produces, and will, I feel confident, secure to this Gallery the favor of the public. John McDougall.

Advertisement ran from February 10 to June 6, 1857.

1857 February 10. Newark Daily Advertiser. (Newark, New Jersey.) February 10, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 36, P. 3.

The undersigned would hereby give notice that he has sold out his interest in the Ambrotype, Photograph and Daguerreotype Gallery of A. Judson & Co. to John McDougall, whose high merit as an artist will add to the otherwise just claims of the Gallery to public favor. E. D. Stilson.

Advertisement ran from February 10 to June 6, 1857.

1857 February 10. Newark Daily Advertiser. (Newark, New Jersey.) February 10, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 36, P. 3.

We desire the public to understand that we are prepared at The Judson Gallery, No. 238 Broad St. to furnish Photographs, Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes in the highest style of the art.

Mr. McDougall colors Photographs in Oil, Pastelle and Water, of all sizes and every method; and copies Daguerreotypes or Paintings of deceased persons, guaranteeing a complete picture. His skill in Likeness Painting is too well appreciated by the residents of this city to need a reference.

A. Judson. J. McDougal. A. Judson & Co.

Advertisement ran from February 10 to June 6, 1857.

1857 May 22. Newark Daily Advertiser. (Newark, New Jersey.) May 22, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 121, P. 3.

An Attractive Exhibition For A Few Days At The Judson Gallery, One door North of the Canal. Where several fine Photographs, painted by McDougall, may be seen. Call before they are taken home by their owners. Likenesses warranted and all work done in the highest style of the Art.

Advertisement ran from May 22 to September 11, 1857.

1857 December 24. Newark Daily Advertiser. (Newark, New Jersey.) December 24, 1857, Vol. XXVI, No. 304, P. 2.

Holiday Presents…

Daguerreotyper, &c. Hopper & Freeman, 826 Broad; Brewster, 192 Broad; McDougall & Judson, next to Canal Bridge; and W. Henry Rolf, 354 Broad, will be prepared during the holidays to carry on their usual business of admirably counterfeiting—faces.

1860 September 11. Sentinel Of Freedom. (Newark, New Jersey.) September 11, 1860, Vol. LXII, No. 11, Whole No. 3168, P. 2.

Close of the State Fair. The sixth annual Fair of the State Agricultural Society closed on Friday…

The Premiums…

Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes &c.—The Best daguerreotypes, O. C. Benjamin, Newark, medal; ambrotypes A. Judson & Co., Newark, medal; best plain photographs, same, medal; best India ink photographs, O. C. Benjamin, medal; best colored photographs, A. Judson & Co., medal; best photographs of views and engravings, O. C. Benjamin, medal; best stereoscopic views or groups, same; best display of All, A. Judson & Co., silver cup. The Committee think the display of both competitors very fine, and recommended the Society to award a suitable premium also to O. C. Benjamin.

1862 February 11. Newark Daily Advertiser. (Newark, New Jersey.) February 11, 1862, Vol. XXXI, No. 34, P. 2.

A handsome photograph of S. B. Brittan, Jr., formerly of this city, killed at the battle at Fort Henry, is on exhibition at Judson and McDougall’s, just above the Canal, and attracts much attention. He was a young man of attractive appearance.

1862 May 17. Newark Daily Advertiser. (Newark, New Jersey.) May 17, 1862, Vol. XXXI, No. 115, P. 2.

Messrs. Judson & Co., No. 238 Broad st. send us some fine carte de visites of the gallant Capt. Boggs, taken during his visit here on Thursday.

1862 May 17. Newark Daily Advertiser. (Newark, New Jersey.) May 17, 1862, Vol. XXXI, No. 115, P. 3.

Capt. Boggs. A Carte Visite likeness of Capt. Boggs, the Hero of New Orleans, has been taken by Judson & Co. Copies of which can be had at their Gallery in Broad street, the 1st door above the Canal Bridge.

Advertisement ran from May 17 to 23, 1862.

1862 June 21. Newark Daily Advertiser. (Newark, New Jersey.) June 21, 1862, Vol. XXXI, No. 145, P. 2.

A very finely engraved likeness of the gallant young S. B. Brittan, Jr., who was shot at the siege of Fort Henry, has just been published. It is taken from a fine photograph by Judson, of whom copies may be had; also of Dr. Lowree, and Mr. Knapp at the Telegraph office. The proceeds of the sale will be used to procure a monument to his memory—a most worthy object.

[1] Dates and address from Gary Saretsky online New Jersey list of photographers.

[2] Illustration ran with advertisement from May 21 to July 19, 1852.

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