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Ely, Erskine C.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Advertisement ran from April 2 to 16, 1855.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

View of all descriptions without reversing.

Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes and Portraits accurately copied.

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

Sick and deceased persons attended at their residences.

Instruction given in the art on most reasonable terms.

Advertisement ran from March 3 to May 26, 1856.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Advertisement ran from April 14 to May 5, 1856.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rooms over W. H. Sanborn’s Store.

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

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

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

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

Advertisement ran from September 29 to October 13, 1856.

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

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

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

Premiums Awarded…Fine Arts…

E, C. Ely, Greenfield, ambrotypes  1.00.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Advertisement ran from January 1 to February 9, 1857.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sick or deceased persons attended at private residences.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Advertisement ran from July 6 to 20, 1857.

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

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

Advertisement ran from July 6 to 20, 1857.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Reports of the Franklin County Agricultural Society…

On Fine Arts…

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

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

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

For the Committee, J. Deane.

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

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

Advertisement ran from May 10 to 24, 1858.

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

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

Advertisement ran from May 10 to 24, 1858.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Advertisement ran from January 23 to February 6, 1860.

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

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

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

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

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

Advertisement ran from January 23 to September 24, 1860.

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

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

Advertisement ran from April 20 to May 4, 1860.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Advertisement ran from September 24 to October 8, 1860.

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

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

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

List Of Premiums…Fine Arts…

Ely & Popkins, Greenfield, ambrotypes.  2.00.

Mechanic Arts…

Ely & Popkins, Greenfield, picture frames.  1.00.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Advertisement ran from December 16 to 30, 1861.

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

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

Advertisement ran from April 7 to 21, 1862.

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

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

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

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

Advertisement ran from April 28 to May 12, 1862.

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

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

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

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

Advertisement ran from July 21 to August 4, 1862.

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

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

Advertisement ran from July 21 to August 4, 1862.

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

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

[1] Address from Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

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

Elwell, William A.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , ,

1856-1865       Address Unknown, Gloucester, Massachusetts.[1]

1856                23½ Front Street, Gloucester, Massachusetts.

1866-1877       78 Front Street, Gloucester, Massachusetts.1

1874                72 Front Street, Gloucester, Massachusetts.1

1878                Address Unknown, Gloucester, Massachusetts.1

1879                73 Front Street, Gloucester, Massachusetts.1

1881-1883       120 Main Street, Gloucester, Massachusetts.1

1884                Address Unknown, Gloucester, Massachusetts.1

1856 December  13.  Cape Anne Light and Gloucester Telegraph.  (Gloucester, Massachusetts.)  December 13, 1856, Vol. XXX, No. 15, P. 3.

Elwell’s New Photographic Picture Rooms!!  The subscriber having recently erected a First Class Establishment, for carrying on the Photographic art, in all its branches at No. 23½ Front St., (two doors west of the Post Office,) would take this occasion to invite his friends and the public generally to call and examine his new rooms, whether wishing a picture or not.  Having had considerable experience in fitting up rooms of this description, I flatter myself that these are the best ever offered in Gloucester, being far superior to my old place in every respect, and has been pronounced by competent judges, to be one of the most perfect establishments for the purpose in the country.

And in this connection I would suggest to those in search of Presents For Presents For The Holidays, that nothing can be more appropriate for the purpose than a beautiful sun painting, for which purpose I have stocked my rooms with a large assortment of new and beautiful styles of Cases, Frames, Gold Lockets, &c., &c., which I am ready to fill with beautiful counterfeits of the human face divine.

Those having small Daguerreotypes of deceased friends, can have Photographs made from them for frames, and have any number of copies, by leaving them at my rooms.  A perfect likeness warranted in every case.

Remember Elwell is the only place in Gloucester where Daguerreotypes can be procured.

The public will please bear in mind that I do take pictures on glass for those who wish them, (notwithstanding the [terrors] of the law, with which I am constantly threatened,) which are finished by Elwell’s new and durable process, a spurious imitation of which has been called by the absurd and ridiculous name, Ambrotype! Which, being interpreted, means immortal picture; the ridiculous absurdity of calling anything pertaining to this material world, immortal, must be apparent to every one.  And the public are hereby cautioned against buying pictures on glass with another glass stuck to the back of them with a destructible gum which will eventually prove their destruction.  The public may rest assured that there is no gum game about my process.

The subscriber, ever grateful for the liberal patronage he has heretofore received, would solicit a continuance of the same; and having had the honor of introducing into Gloucester the art of Photographing on Glass and Paper, will continue to produce those pictures in all their beauty and perfection, notwithstanding the snapping of any cur who may choose to bark, or the malignity of the meaner spirit that says, “cist-a-boy.”  Wm. A. Elwell, No. 23½ Front St., Gloucester.

Advertisement  was recorded on December 13, 1856 & January 3, 1857.

1857 November  14.  Cape Anne Light and Gloucester Telegraph.  (Gloucester, Massachusetts.)  November 14, 1857, Vol. XXXI, No. 46, P. 1.

The Custom House.—Mr. W. A. Elwell of this town, has executed a fine photograph of the new Custom House, copies of which are for sale by him.  Mr. Elwell is a good artist, and takes some excellent pictures.

1858 November  16.  Cape Anne Advertiser.  (Gloucester, Massachusetts.)  November 16, 1858, Vol. 1, No. 4, P. 2.

Happening up in the Armory of the American Guard a few evenings since3, our attention was attracted to a large frame which contained partings to receive the ambrotype of each member.  About thirty have already had their ambrotype placed in the frame.  When completed it will present as good looking a body of young men as can be found in the country.  W. A. Elwell is the artist engaged in the work of ambrotyping the Guard, which is a sufficient guarantee that it will be done in the best style of the art.

1858 May 1.  Cape Anne Light and Gloucester Telegraph.  (Gloucester, Massachusetts.)  May 1, 1858, Vol. XXXII, No. 18, P. 3.

To Let.  The Room in front of Elwell’s Photographic Rooms, suitable for a Reading Room, Office, or for the Millinery business.  Inquire W. A. Elwell, on the premises.

Information from Mack Lee.

William Elwell was born in Gloucester, Massachusetts April 1828 the son of Henry and Sarah Parson Elwell.  He died on March 31, 1891 of stomach ulcers. 

Inscription scratched into the back of sixth plate daguerreotype plate “Flora Elwell 3 years old Sept. 26, 1854.”

He found an 1860 city directory which list his address at 64 High Street and occupation as daguerrian Artist.

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

Elwell, Tallmadge

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , ,

1852-1853       Post Office Building, St. Anthony, Minnesota.

1853-1857       Charles King New Building, St. Anthony, Minnesota.[1]

1852 August 27.  St. Anthony Express.  (St. Anthony, Minnesota.)  August 27, 1852, Vol. II, No. 14, P. 3.

T. Elwell, Daguerrean Artist, Having opened a room in the Post Office building, request those desirous of obtaining pictures to call immediately.  Prices from $1.50 to $3.00—cheaper than the cheapest.

Advertisement ran from August 27 to October 29, 1852.

1852 December 3.  St. Anthony Express.  (St. Anthony, Minnesota.)  December 3, 1852, Vol. II, No. 28, P. 3.

Portraits.  Still Anxious to serve the Public.  The subscriber having determined upon remaining in St Anthony longer than he had preciously announced and expected, still wishes to keep it before the people that he is to be found at his room in the Post Office building ready to furnish correct and life-like portraitures and interesting views of the falls to all who may desire.  Increased facilities lately received are not wanting to insure the most satisfactory and desirable results.  T. Elwell.

Advertisement ran from December 3, 1852 to

1854 February 1.  North-Western Democrat.  (St. Anthony, Minnesota.)  February 1, 1854, Vol. 1, No. [ ? ], P. 3.

Elwell’s Sky-Light Daguerrean Gallery.  The subscriber, not content with a little light upon a [subject] where luminous power may be brought to bear with such excellent effect as in Portrait Making, has through the agency of Charles R. King, Esq., secured a Perfect Flood of it by the construction of a Mammoth Light, containing upwards of 225 square feet of Glass.

This light, rendered controllable by perfect curtain arrangement, can be made to produce any desired effect, and happily answers every purpose for which it was intended; if, perchance, it secures the patronage of that class of citizens whose cultivated taste enables them to judge correctly of Artistic Merit.

Critics, Connoisseurs, and [Lovers] of Art generally, are especially invited to make the Gallery a place of Frequent Resort, And Of Free Communication:  while others, seeking to excite or gratify curiosity, or desiring to secure Gems’ of Natural Scenery, Or Shadows From Life, are assured that here they will always be welcome, and can have their wants supplied on the Shortest possible Notice.

Thus the invitation is to All, even the “Sons Of The Forest shall be received with that consideration due to their rank as Native Americans.

Pictures taken at all hours of the day, and in all kinds of weather.  the images of little ‘wee bit of children’ will be caught while kicking in the nurse’s arms if necessary, or if [ ? ] while sitting quietly on the mother’s lap.  [ ? ] views of St Anthony Falls, Minnehaha [ ?…]

1856 November 27.  Minnesota Republican.  (Minneapolis, Minnesota.)  November 27, 1856, Vol. II, No. 45, P. 2.

Ho!  For A Home.  Granite City, And its vicinity, offers peculiar inducement to those seeking Pleasant Homes, in a new and inviting portion of the Territory, Blessed with the very best market in the North-West, and secured as such for all time to come, by [its] contiguity to Lake Superior, and the important Lumbering and Mining Interests of Northern Minnesota; again in the inviting beauty of the country—its rich, productive, and easily improved Soil on the one hand, and tall, [ ? ] Pines on the other, intermixed with [hard] timber of various kinds—we have a Union rarely found, but always blessed to the abundant prosperity of those who can appreciate home comforts, of the elements of individual wealth [ ? ] reference to the country, it is now subjected to Pre-Emption, that glorious iniative rite, which puts on an equal basis the Rich And Poor, so far as the [ ? ] is concerned—creates society at once, and convert a new country into a theatre of the most active and progressive enterprise that can well be conceived.  To occupy such a country, from 200 to 500 Families are immediately wanted the coming spring, who can start together, grow rich together, and live and die together, and be surrounded in a short time by all the comforts, and many of the [ ? ] of life with Pleasant Homes…T. Elwell.

Real Estate Held for sale in St. Cloud, Mille Lae, Geneva, and Fremont, as well as various places in the country, by T. Elwell.

Horses and many other kinds of property usually for sale by T. Elwell.

A Two Horse, double seated carriage now on hand.  Price $150.  Also a Daguerrean Car in Minneapolis, easily converted into a pleasant movable office.  T. Elwell.

Real Estate generally on hand, to exchange for good horses and cattle. T. Elwell.

Albumenized Photographs, A Very pleasing and desirable kind of pictures, will usually be kept for sale at Wales’ Book store, Lower Town, St Anthony.  Please call and examine them, before purchasing views of Minnesota scenery.  T. Elwell.

All communications should for the present, be addressed to the subscriber at St. Anthony.  Present residence three miles from town; in the spring at Grant City.  Talmadge Elwell.

[1] The Daguerreian Annual, 1992, P. 59-72.  The Diary Of Tallmadge Elwell Pioneer Daguerreotypist 1852 by James Taylor Dunn.

Elrod, John C.

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

1853-1855       447 Main Street, Louisville, Kentucky.

1853                Address Unknown, Lexington, Kentucky.

1856                Rooms over Craig and Elliott’s Store, Lexington, Kentucky.

1859                71 North Fourth, St. Louis, Missouri.

1853 November 5.  Courier Journal.  (Louisvill, Kentucky.)  November 5, 1853, Vol. XXIII, No. 293, P. 2.

Fine Daguerreotypes For One Dollar!!  At Elrod’s & Carr’s, (Late J. A. Kimball,) 447 Main street, Louisville; Also On Main Street, Lexington, Kentucky.

Pictures taken at both these galleries by the latest and most improved process, and put up for customers in superior style at Prices To Suit the Times.

Especial pains will be taken at these establishments to give entire satisfaction to their customers, and no work will be allowed to go out that will not reflect credit upon the operators and proprietors.

Call and examine the extensive collection of specimens, engravings, paintings, and other works of Art with which these rooms are adorned.

Advertisement was recorded from November 5 to December 30, 1853.

1855 January 30.  The Daily Louisville Times.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  January 30, 1855, Vol. III, No. 288, P. 2.

G. W. Bartlett, long known as a Daguerreotypist, of Albany, Ind., has bought Elrod & Carr’s Gallery, formerly known as Kimball’s 477 Main street, Louisville, Ky.  He would respectfully say that he is prepared to take Daguerreotypes in any style of the art in a superior manner, and would solicit a share of the public patronage.  Pictures from one dollar upwards.

1856 February 1.  The Kentucky Statesman.  (Lexington, Kentucky.)  February 1, 1856, Vol. VII, No. 37, P. 2.

Elrod’s Gallery.—We look through this museum of the fine arts the other day, and recognized many familiar faces in Mezzograph portraits, Mrs. Julia Dean Hayne the celebrated actress and Mr. Anderson the tragedian are there represented with life and fidelity.  Elrod’s gallery presents attraction worthy the attention of all lovers of the fine arts.  Mr. Porter is not surpassed as a Photographists, and the Mezzographs and Photographs painted in oil colours by Mr. iller speak more in his praise than can be written in words.aynes

1856 February 22.  The Kentucky Statesman.  (Lexington, Kentucky.)  February 23, 1856, Vol. VII, No. 53, P. 3.

Elrod’s Gallery Is The Place, was and will continue to be the place, for the people to get the finest Mezzographs and Photographs, from locket size to life size.  Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes taken as cheap as they can be got at any other place in the city of the same quality or anything near the quality of pictures that are made at my gallery.

Perfect satisfaction given in price and pictures.  Call and examine specimens. 

Advertisement was recorded fourteen times between February 22 to April 11, 1856.

1856 August 5.  The Kentucky Statesman.  (Lexington, Kentucky.)  August 5, 1856, Vol. VII, No. 90, P. 3.

Truth Is Like A Torch, the more it is shaken the more it shines; but sometimes burns people’s noses, “can’t help that—such noses better keep out of the way.”

Elrod’s Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Mezzographs, and all other kind of Pictures made by him, are like the truth, especially when compared with pictures that were made by some other would-be Artistes; if they don’t get their noses burnt, they most.  Prices reduced.  Come and see.  New and beautiful Cases and Frames.  All kinds of Daguerreotype, Ambrotype and Photographic materials for sale at Eastern retail prices.  Rooms over Craig and Elliott’s Store.  April 25.

Advertisement was recorded eleven times between August 5 to September 19, 1856.  

1856 September 16.  The Kentucky Statesman.  (Lexington, Kentucky.)  September 16, 1856, Vol. VII, No. 102, P. 2.

Premiums Awarded By The Kentucky Agricultural and Mechanical Association, at their Far, 1856.

Artistic—

Ambrotypes, 3 entries, W. R. Phipps, prem. ; J. C. Elrod, cert.

Daguerreotypes, 2 entries, W. R. Phipps, prem. ; J. C. Elrod, cert. 

Photographs, 1 entry, J. C. Elrod, prem.

1858 September 17.  Louisville Daily Courier.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  September 17, 1858, Vol. 27, No. 68, P. 1.

Mr. J. C. Elrod, the celebrated daguerreotypist, was thrown from his buggy this morning and had his leg broken,  The fracture is considered a very dangerous one.

1859 March 1.  Louisville Daily Courier.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  March 1, 1859, Vol. 28, No. 51, P. 1.

List of letters Remaining in the Louisville Post Office on March 1, 1859.

Elrod, John C.

1859 April 23.  Louisville Daily Courier.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  April 23, 1859, Vol. 28, No. 97, P. 1.

Letters from St. Louis…

Another is Jno. C. Elrod, daguerreotypist, of Lexington, Ky., who has cast his fortune in these parts.  He is one of the best in his profession.  You will remember that the pictures exhibited by him were universally admired at the U. S. Agricultural Fair held at Louisville, and took the prize.

1859 February 20.  Daily Missouri Republican.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  February 20, 1859, Vol. XXXVII, No. 43, P. 4. 

List of Letters remaining in the Post Office…

Elrod, John C.

1859 April 12.  Daily Missouri Republican.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  April 12, 1859, Vol. XXXVII, No. 90, P. 3. 

J. C. Elrod, late of Lexington, Kentucky, has purchased the photographic and daguerreotype gallery of T. M. Easterly, No. 71, corner Fourth and Olive streets.  The public can be accommodated with pictures as fine as ever was made in the West or East, and at prices to suit the times.  Pictures from the smallest size up to the life size photographs, and beautifully colored in oil colors, by one of the best artists in America, made either from life, or copied from small pictures of deceased persons.  This gallery has every convenience necessary to the comforts of ladies and children in the way of dressing rooms, &c., and it is the place to get a good picture of your babies.  [ ? ].

1859 May 13.  Daily Missouri Republican.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  May 13, 1859, Vol. XXXVII, No. 116, P. 3. 

Ladies Remember—J. C. Elrod, No. 71 North Fourth street, is making some of the finest pictures that was ever made in this city.  He makes children’s pictures in one second.  Mr. E. has been fifteen years successfully engaged  in the varios branches of photographs.  Prices to suit the times.  Only fifty cents for a beautiful picture and case.  To avoid a crowd go early in the day—regardless of weather.

1859 June 7.  Daily Missouri Republican.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  June 7, 1859, Vol. XXXVII, No. 137, P. 3. 

A New Way To Advertise.—Mr. J. C. Elrod, No. 71 Fourth street, will, for a few days, give a splendid Photograph to every person that will purchase of him a gilt frame and pay the usual retail price of the frame.

1859 June 28.  Daily Missouri Republican.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  June 28, 1859, Vol. XXXVII, No. 155, P. 3. 

The Best Place For Babies.—Go to Elrod’s Gallery, No. 71 Fourth street, if you wish a good picture of your children.  Elrod offers $10 reward to any one that will bring him a baby that he cannot make a good picture of.  Ladies, rush in and let us hear who has the worst baby in St. Louis.

1859 October 13.  Daily Missouri Republican.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  October 13, 1859, Vol. XXXVII, No. 244, P. 3. 

Wanted—A good woman Cook; she must be either American or German, Protestant, and steady in her habits—one that is willing to work.  Such a person can have a good, steady home, and good pay.  References required.  Inquire of J. C. Elrod, No. 71 North Fourth street, up stairs.

1859 November 15.  Daily Missouri Republican.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  November 15, 1859, Vol. XXXVII, No. 272, P. 3. 

Boarding—Good accommodations for a small family, or four single young men.  This is a goiod opportunity to those that wish to board in a private family, that lives well.  We have two rooms nicely furnished, and connected by doorway, supplied with gas and water and every comfort.  The location is one of the best in the city.  Enquire at No. 80 South Fourth street, or J. C. Elrod, No. 71 North Fourth street, up stairs.

1861 February 16.  Daily Missouri Republican.  (St. Louis, Missouri.)  February 16, 1861, Vol. XXXIX, No. 35, P. 3. 

List Of Letters Remaining In the Post office at St. Louis…

Elrod, J. C.

Ellis, Lemuel

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, Stereoviews, , , , , , , ,

Ellis, Lemuel

Robinson & Ellis

Wing & Ellis

Ca. 1850          Address Unknown, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1851                In Canada, various locations.[2]

1854                Address Unknown, Lynn, Massachusetts.1

1854                123 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1857                Address Unknown, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1858                203 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1859                Foster Block, Worcester, Massachusetts.

Ca. 1850.  Information and research from Graham Garrett. 

Robinson & Ellis, Stanstead, Lennoxville and Sherbrooke, L. C. (Quebec).  Senior partner was Joseph C. Robinson, born in the U. S. in 1826.  Listed as a portrait painter and daguerreotypist.  Mentioned on Sherbrooke Census as having a residence in Lennoxville.  Advertisement on January 9th, 1851 stated, “Messrs. Robinson & Ellis, the celebrated Photographic Artists, (from Boston), contemplated visiting Sherbrooke about the 25th Jan….”  Listed in 1848 as having gallery at 170 Broadway, N.Y., Cincinnati, 1850-51.  Lemuel Ellis (q.v.), a partner, was also located at 123 Washington St., Boston, and advertised in Montreal in 1854.

1854 March 6.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  March 6, 1854, Vol. IX, No. 54, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington Street….Boston. On hand, a good variety of Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

1854 March 10.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  March 10, 1854, Vol. X, No. 38, Whole No. 506, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington Street….Boston. On hand, a good variety of Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from March 10 to April 7, 1854.

1854 March 10.  Vermont Watchman and State Journal.  (Montpelier, Vermont.)  March 10, 1854, Vol. XLVIII, No. 15, Whole No. 2473, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington St., Boston.  On hand, a good variety of cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from March 10 to April 7, 1854.

1854 March 11.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  March 11, 1854, Vol. LXV, No. 10, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington St., Boston.  On hand, a good variety of cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from March 11 to April 1, 1854.

1854 March 17.  The Rockland Gazette.  (Rockland, Maine.)  March 17, 1854, Vol. 9, No. 5, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington St., Boston.  On hand, a good variety of cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from March 11 to April 14, 1854.

1854 March 17.  The Union and Eastern Journal.  (Biddeford, Maine.)  March 17, 1854, Vol. X, No. 11, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington St., Boston.  On hand, a good variety of cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from March 17 to April 21, 1854.

1854 March 18.  Cape Anne Light and Gloucester Telegraph.  (Gloucester, Massachusetts.)  March 18, 1854, Vol XXVIII, No. 11, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington St., Boston.  On hand, a good variety of cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement was recorded three times between March 17 to April 29, 1854.

1854 March 18.  New Hampshire Statesman.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  March 18, 1854, Vol. XXXIII, No. 1712, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington St., Boston.  On hand, a good variety of Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from March 18 to May 27, 1854.

1854 March 21.  Dover Enquirer.  (Dover, New Hampshire.)  March 21, 1854, Vol. VVVII, No. 43, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington St., Boston.  On hand, a good variety of Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from March 21 to April 18, 1854.

1854 March 23.  Green-Mountain Freeman.  (Montpelier, Vermont.)  March 23, 1854, Vol. XI, No. 13, P. 3. 

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington Street. On hand a good variety of cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

1854 March 24.  The Norfolk Democrat.  (Dedham, Massachusetts.)  March 24, 1854, Vol. XVI, No. 10, Whole No. 790, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington Street. On hand a good variety of cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from March 24 to September 15, 1854.

1854 March 31.  Norfolk Democrat.  (Dedham, Massachusetts.)  March 31, 1854, Vol. XVI, No. 11, Whole No. 791, P. 3.

Boston Cards—March 1854.  Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington Street. On hand a good variety of Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement Ran from March 31 to April 28, 1854.

1854 May 2.  Dover Enquirer.  (Dover, New Hampshire.)  May 2, 1854, Vol. VVVII, No. 49, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington St., Boston.  On hand, a good variety of Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from May 2 to 30, 1854.

1854 May 3.  The Middlebury Register.  (Middlebury, Vermont.)  May 3, 1854, Vol. XIX, No. 2, P. 3.

Ellis’s Daguerreotype Rooms.  123 Washington Street.  On hand, a good variety of Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement ran from May 3 to 31, 1854.

1854 May 5.  Norfolk Democrat.  (Dedham, Massachusetts.)  May 5, 1854, Vol. XVI, No. 16, Whole No. 796, P. 3.

Ellis’ Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington Street. On hand a good variety of Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement Ran from May 5 to June 2, 1854.

1854 May 10.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  May 10, 1854, Vol. XX, No. 40, P. 3.

Ellis’s Daguerreotype Rooms, 123 Washington St.  On hand, a good variety of Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement was recorded on May 10, 1854.

1854 June 16.  Norfolk Democrat.  (Dedham, Massachusetts.)  June 16, 1854, Vol. XVI, No. 22, Whole No. 802, P. 3.

Boston Cards—March 1854.  good variety of Cases, Lockets, Frames, &c.

Advertisement Ran from June 16 to September 15, 1854.

1859 May 18.  Worcester Daily Transcript.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  May 18, 1859, Vol. 9, No. 133, Whole No. 2593, P. 2.

Messrs Wing & Ellis, the daguerreotypists of Foster’s Block have the best collection of photographic and stereoscopic views of places in Worcester that we have seen.  The have a daguerreotype room on wheels that will go to any part of the city, take off one’s residence in the twinkling of a sunbeam, with wife or children sitting on the doorstep, if desired.  They have handsome views of residences of Messrs. Stephen Salisbury, Samuel Davis, W. A. Hacker, John Hammond, Ethan Allen and others, which are as faithful as they are pretty.  Their daguerreotype rooms does as good work as any in the city.

1859 May 25.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  May 25, 1859, Vol. 14, No. 121, P. 2.

Stereoscopic Views.—We have seen some very fine photographs prepared for the stereoscope by Wing & Ellis of this city.  They have a series of views taken at various points in this city, and well executed.

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

[2] Information from Graham Garrett A Biographical Index of Daguerreotypist in Canada 1839-1871.

Elliott, J. Perry

Daguerreotypes, Melainotypes, Photographs, , , , ,

1858-1859       45 Main Street, Evansville, Indiana.

1858 June 9.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  June 9, 1858, Vol. XI, No. 41, P. 3.

Daguerrean Gallery.  Evansville can now boast of having the largest and one of the best galleries in the State.—Messrs. Randall & Elliott’s City Gallery, No. 45 Main street.—  These gentlemen keep up with all the new and valuable improvements, and an examination of their work will convince any one that their pictures are second to none.

1858 July 31.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  July 31, 1858, Vol. X, No. 306, P. 3.

The Circus band was parading through the streets yesterday.  The horses presented quite an imposing appearance with their red plumes floating jauntily over their heads.  Messrs. Randall and Elliott took a picture of them as they were passing up Main street.  Also of the spotted leopard which was loose in a carriage in front of the band.

1858 August 6.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  August 6, 1858, Vol. X, No. 311, P. 3.

If you want a fine life-like picture of yourself, go to the City Gallery, No. 45 Main street.  Remember that the best is always the cheapest, and especially is this so with regard to pictures; therefore go where you are sure of getting the best.  Messrs. Randall & Elliott have just received a great variety of plain and fancy cases.

1858 September 15.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  September 15, 1858, Vol. XI, No. 32, P. 3.

Messrs. Randall & Elliott, at the City Gallery, 45 Main street, have, with their mammoth instrument, been turning out some beautiful groups, some of them containing twelve men in a group.  They have the largest and best instrument that was ever brought to this city, and persons wishing pictures, singly or in groups, would do well to patronize the city gallery.

1858 September 25.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  September 25, 1858, Vol. XI, No. 41, P. 3.

Messrs. Randall & Elliott are prepared to finish any number of nice photographs of the Marine Hospital, at the reasonable price of 50 cents per picture.  The photograph is a fine one, and will make, when framed, a neat parlor ornament.  Our citizens should procure the picture of their finest building whilst they have the opportunity.

1858 October 1.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  October 1, 1858, Vol. XI, No. 46, P. 3.

Messrs. Randall & Elliott, at the City Gallery of Art, 45 Main street, are now making very large Photographs and coloring them in oil.  They are the most beautiful as well as the most durable pictures that were ever made and we advise all who wish to obtain a “thing of beauty” that shall be a “joy forever” to give them a call.

1858 October 12.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  October 12, 1858, Vol. XI, No. 55, P. 3.

Pictures! Pictures!!—Persons visiting our city during the Fair, and especially those who are in town who are in want of first-rate likenesses, should not fail to call at Randall & Elliot’s City Gallery of Art, 45 Main street.  Our citizens not be old that this is the best Gallery in the West, and those who are not posted, need only their specimens to be convinced of the fact.

1858 October 19.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  October 19, 1858, Vol. XI, No. 61, P. 1.

List of Premiums Awarded by the Vanderburgh Agricultural and Horticultural Society…Division F—Class 1.

Randall & Elliott, best collection of Ambrotypes…………………………$1 and dip.

Tileston and Brother, best plain and colored collection of Photographs…..$1 and dip.

1858 October 23.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  October 23, 1858, Vol. XI, No. 65, P. 3.

Messrs. Randall & Elliott have sent up to the Fair at Vincennes, specimens of their exquisite Photographs, which will reflect credit upon our city and bear off the premium for their artistic faultlessness.

1858 November 24.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  November 24, 1858, Vol. XI, No. 92, P. 3.

We used to think when we wished to have our Daguerreotypes taken, that we must choose a clear day, but we find that with Messrs. Randall & Elliott it makes no difference, and that even on such days as yesterday, with their fine light and well regulated chemicals, they can turn out a very fine picture, in the short space of a few seconds.  They keep a nice warm stove, which ensures comfort to their customers, what little time they need to stay.

1858 December 21.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  December 21, 1858, Vol. XI, No. 114, P. 3.

Photographs.—We have received from the City Gallery, an excellent photograph likeness of Professor Mitchell, from a negative taken by Mr. Elliott during the professor’s recent visit to the city.  The numerous admirers of the eloquent lecturer and astronomer, can, at a small cost, procure his lineaments in their memories if there be any danger of their ever being effaced by time and distance.

1859 January 7.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  January 7, 1859, Vol. XI, No. 128, P. 3.

Annual Report of the Librarian of the Evansville Library Association for the year ending December 31st, 1858….Messrs. Randall & Elliott presented a photographic likeness of Prof. Mitchell…

1859 January 18.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  January 18, 1859, Vol. XI, No. 137, P. 3.

Since Mr. Elliott has become sole proprietor of the City Gallery, he has turned his attention almost entirely to the production of Photographs and Melainotypes; and the fact that his business has increased so rapidly, shows that his pictures are appreciated.  He has just received by express a fine assortment of beautiful cases, and also a lot of those splendid whole-sized, oval-gilt frames, which add so much to a fine photograph.  Remember, 45 Main street.

1859 January 25.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  January 25, 1859, Vol. XI, No. 143, P. 3.

There is quite a run on the City Gallery, 45 Main street, for these Melainotypes; but Mr. Elliott aims to make the supply equal to the demand, and can usually do so.  Sometimes in the afternoon, however, he has more than he can accommodate, and those who do not wish to wait had better go in the forenoon.  Mr. M. intends soon to make Photographs the size of life.

1859 April 6.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  April 6, 1859, Vol. XI, No. 194, P. 2.

Our readers should not fail to read the card of J. Perry Elliott, of the City Gallery of Art, No. 45 Main street, Evansville, Ind.  Mr. Elliott has a magnificent gallery—the finest in the State.  He takes perfect life like pictures, and those of our friends who visit the city should call on him and get a beautiful picture.  He gets up some splendid photographs.—Petersburgh Reporter.

1859 April 26.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  April 26, 1859, Vol. XI, No. 211, P. 3.

Oak Hill Photographs.—Mr. Elliott has taken negatives of several beautiful views in Oak Hill Cemetery—one embracing the cottage—from which he is prepared to produce any number of photographs.  He offers them in frames and glass for the low price of one dollar each.

1859 September 5.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  September 5, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 16, P. 2.

J. Perry Elliott’s City Gallery Of Art, No. 45 Main Street, Evansville, Ind.  Particular attention given to Photograph and Melainotypes.                  

Advertisement ran from September 5 to December 31, 1859.

1859 October 17.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  October 17, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 53, P. 1.

List of Premiums Awarded at the South-Western Indiana District Fair.  Class 12—Art.

J. Perry Elliott, of Vanderburgh [County], best collection plain photographs, diploma.

1859 October 19.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  October 19, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 55, P. 2.

It is a fact that is becoming notorious, that J. Perry Elliott’s Photographs are far superior to any that are made in this part of the country, and equal to any that are made East or West.  Any one who doubts it, need but call at the City Gallery, No. 45 Main street,—examine the splendid likeness of Miss Hulitt’s and others, which he has recently made—to be convinced.

1859 October 25.  The Evansville Daily Journal.  (Evansville, Indiana.)  October 25, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 60, P. 3.

There are still a few sets of those beautiful photographic views of Oak Hill Cemetery at Mr. Elliott’s City Gallery, 45 Main street, and as the negatives are preserved, they can be multiplied at pleasure.  They present to us—true to life—a place that, to most of us, is very sacred, and, at the same time, one of the loveliest places in nature.  The cost of those views is so trifling, compared with their real value, that we think family should have them.

Eaton, Asa B.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , ,

1859                62 Plummer’s Building, Elm Street, Manchester, New Hampshire.

1859 December 20.  The Union Democrat.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  December 20, 1859, Vol. 9, No. 446, P. 3.

Eaton’s Gallery of Art 62bPlummer’s Building, Elm St., Is the place where you may obtain Photographs, Ambrotypes, And Daguerreotypes Of a superior quality.  Mr. Eaton has had long years of experience in the art.  He has been employed in some of the best rooms in Boston, which has given him an extensive practice, as well as a thorough knowledge of Photographic Chemistry.  His Gallery was fitted expressly for and under the direction [of] himself, and is the pleasantest in the city.  His facilities for light are the best in the State, (having both sky and side light)  he uses none but the best instruments, and employs none but the best artists.  Old Daguerreotypes enlarged and copied in Photography, and colored by the best artists in Boston at short notice.

Advertisement ran on December 20 & 27, 1859.

Eastman, Walter B.

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1847                Court Street, corner Howard Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1848                11½ Tremont Row, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1849                Address Unknown, Massachusetts.1

1850-1853       2 Blanchard Block, 103 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1854-1864       75 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1847 April 21.  The Boston Daily Bee.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  April 21, 1847, Vol. 10, No. 147, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Miniatures for $1.50, At the corner of Court and Howard streets.  Walter B. Eastman would respectfully inform his friends and the public that he has taken rooms as above, where he will warrant a perfect likeness at the above low price, with or without color.

Advertisement ran from April 21 to May 4, 1847.

1847 June 7.  Boston Daily Star.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  Vol. 4, No. 498, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures For $1 50, at the corner of Court and Howard Streets.  Walter B. Eastman Would respectfully inform his friends and the public that he has taken rooms as above, where he will warrant a perfect likeness at the above Low Price, with or without color.

Advertisement ran from June 7 to October 2, 1847.

1851-1852.  Boston Directory.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  P. 27.  Published by George Adams, 1851.

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W. B. Eastman’s Daguerrian Gallery, No. 103 Court St., Blanchard’s Building, Boston.

1852-1853.  Boston Directory.   (Boston, Massachusetts.)  P. 35.  Published by George Adams, 1852.

W. B. Eastman’s Daguerrean Gallery, 2 Blanchard’s Building, Court Street, 4 Doors West of Hanover, Boston.  Perfect Satisfaction Given.

Ca, 1854-1864.  Information from a daguerreotype in Chris Steele’s collection

Ninth plate daguerreotype by Eastman & Co. 75 Court St. [Boston]

Advertising card on reverse. 

“25 Cent Daguerreotypes.  At the Plumbe National Daguerrian Gallery,

No. 75 Court Street, [Boston]

The Oldest Establishment of the kind in New England. 

Founded 1840. 

W. B. Eastman & Co. proprietors.

Copying and all that pertains to the Art done at Low Prices.”

1854 March 8.  The Boston Herald.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  March 8, 1854, No. 9566, P. 4.

Robbery.  Sunday night last, the daguerreotype saloon of Eastman & Cahil, No. 75 Court street, was entered, it is supposed by picking the lock, and a lot of miniature cases stolen.  Last night, officer A. C. Whitcomb and watchman Jellison, arrested two boys in New Prince street, named Patrick Brawley and John Mahan, on suspicion of being the robbers.  In the pockets of the latter was found a lot of cases, and each had a implement known as a “picklock” in his possession.  They are both known to the Police, and Brawley has already been in State Prison.  In the Police Court, this morning, Mahan was held in $500 for trial in the Municipal Court, and Brawley in $800.

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

Eastman, Charles

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , , ,

1853                Car on the Common, near the Town House, Claremont, New Hampshire.

1853                Address Unknown, Meriden, New Hampshire.

1855-1857       Farwell’s Block, Claremont, New Hampshire.

1853 March 24.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  March 24, 1853, Vol. XIX, No. XXIII, P. 3.

Sky-Light Daguerreotypes.  The proprietor of the Daguerreotype Saloon would remind the citizens of Claremont and its vicinity that his stay in town is now limited to a short period, so that all wishing a cheap and life-like Daguerreotype of themselves or friends should give him an early call.  He is thankful for the liberal patronage he has already received, and flatters himself that his pictures are giving general satisfaction.

Pictures taken without regard to weather, at the low price of 75 cents.

All pictures taken at this establishment, will be finished in the highest perfection of the art, and warranted not to fade.  They can be set in Cases, Pins, Frames, Bracelets, Rings, Seals, &c.

No one is required to take Miniatures unless they give perfect satisfaction.  Copies taken from Engravings, Paintings and Daguerreotypes.

Saloon stationed on the Common, near the Town House.  Charles Eastman.

Advertisement ran from March 24 to April 14, 1853.

1853 June 30.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  June 30, 1853, Vol. XIX, No. 39, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.  We wish to say to our friends in Meriden and its vicinity, that Mr. Charles Eastman, who is now on a visit to that town, has passed some months in Claremont pursuing his profession.  He has won with us the reputation of a true gentleman and excellent artist, and we bespeak for him a kind reception and the patronage of such as may wish to obtain a lifelike and finished picture of themselves or friends.  We are confident that Mr. Eastman will give you a better Daguerreotype than you can obtain in the city, as he has the materials, taste, ad the great advantage of a clear and pure light, instead of the dusty and smokey atmosphere of the city.

1855 December 20.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  December 20, 1855, Vol. XXII, No. 10, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  The subscriber would respectfully announce to the citizens of Claremont and vicinity, that he will open rooms over the Claremont Bank on Monday, the 24th inst., and will be able to furnish Miniatures on the most desirable terms, and in almost every variety of Cases, Lockets and Frames.  Chas. Eastman.

1855 December 27.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  December 27, 1855, Vol. XXII, No. 11, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Rooms.  The subscriber has opeed his rooms in Farwell’s Block, where he is prepared to furnish friends, former patrons, and all who may want them, with Daguerreotypes In any desired style of the art, put up in almost any description of Case, Locket or Frame, And every Picture Warranted to give Satisfaction.

His assortment of high cost and common Cases, Lockets, and Frames, is greater than has ever before been offered in this County, and is surpassed by that  of but very few, if any, establishment of the kind in New Hampshire.

His Rooms are elegantly furnished, airy and pleasant, and he would invite the public generally to call and examine them, together with his Specimens, Cases, etc.

Landscapes Taken by the Crystalotype process, for sale at his Rooms.  Charles Eastman.

Advertisement ran from December 27, 1855 to March 13, 1856.

1856 March 20.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  March 20, 1856, Vol. XXII, No. 23, P. 3.

Eastman’s Daguerreotype Rooms, Farwell’s Bloch, Claremont.

Advertisement ran from March 20, 1856 to October 29, 1857.

1856 May 1.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  May 1, 1856, Vol. XXII, No. 29, P. 3.

Ambrotypes!  The subscriber, having secured the services of Mr. Johnson, is now prepared to take Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes,—and—Photographic Views.  Charles Eastman, Farwell’s Block.

Advertisement ran from May 1 to October 2, 1856.

1856 May 1.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  May 1, 1856, Vol. XXII, No. 29, P. 3.

Card.  The subscriber would return his acknowledgements to his former patrons for past favors.  He may hereafter be found at the rooms of Charles Eastman, Farwell’s Block where he will be happy to wait upon all who want work in his line.  Levi D. Johnson.

Advertisement ran from May 1 to October 2, 1856.

1856 June 5.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  June 5, 1856, Vol. XXII, No. 34, P. 2.

Eastman’s Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, Photographs, Talbotypes, &c., are, to say the least, decidedly in advance of anything yet seen in the country.  He is now taking Ambrotypes of the astonishing size of 10 by 14 inches, of a startling life likeness.  The counterfeit presentment of the [sitter] seems to be bodily and spiritually with you and ready to take part in conversation.  Mr. Eastman, by long and close application has made himself master of his profession, making, himself, many of his sensitive chemicals, and without regard to expense has surrounded himself, at his rooms over the Claremont Bank, with all the appliances and facilities of a city establishment of the first order.  Indeed, there are but few city operatives who can complete with him.

We advise everybody, who can afford it, to have a Cabinet size Ambrotype.  Price from $10 to $15. According to the richness of the setting.  Youth and beauty is fleeting.  Old age and wrinkles come on apace.  Secure the prize while you may and which time will render invaluable.

1856 September 12.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  September 12, 1856, Vol. XIII, No. 13, Whole No. 637, P. 3.

Daguerreotype & Ambrotypes, At Eastman’s Daguerreotype Rooms, Farwell’s Block, Claremont, N. H.  Chas. Eastman.

Advertisement ran from September 12, 1856 to October 9, 1857.

1856 September 19.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  September 19, 1856, Vol. XIII, No. 14, Whole No. 638, P. 2.

Chas. Eastman, of Claremont, N. H., has one of the most elegant suite of daguerreotype rooms to be found any where in the country.  He is an excellent artist, and our friends in his vicinity would do well to give him a call.

1856 October 16.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  October 16, 1856, Vol. XXIII, No. 1, P. 3.

Photographic Views.  Charles Eastman Has for sale at his Rooms in Farwell’s Block, Photographic Views of several interesting scenes and Public Buildings in Claremont and vicinity, among which is Trinity Church, Claremont.  Those interested are invited to call and see them.

Advertisement ran from October 16, 1856 to January 15, 1857.

1857 January 22.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  January 22, 1857, Vol. XXIII, No. 15, P. 3.

50 Cent Ambrotypes may be had at Eastman’s Rooms, Farwell’s Block, for a short time only. 

Advertisement ran from January 22 to October 29, 1857.

1857 February 6.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  February 6, 1857, Vol. XIII, No. 34, Whole No. 658, P. 3.

50 Cent Ambrotypes may be had at Eastman’s Rooms, Farwell’s Block, for a short time only. 

Advertisement ran from February 6 to October 9, 1857.

Dustin, Samuel C.

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1856-1861       Richards’ Building, Over the Post Office, Keene, New Hampshire.

1861-1865       Shelly & Sawyer’s Building, Keene, New Hampshire.

1865-1877       Buckminister’s Block, Keene, New Hampshire.

1877-1878       Stebbins Block, Hinsdale, New Hampshire.

1856 September 10.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  September 10, 1856, Vol. XXIII, No. 6, P. 2.

Keystone Club was formed at the Democratic caucus in this town, on Saturday evening last, and nearly sixty members obtained on the spot.  The officers chosen are as follows:…

Executive Committee–…Sam’l C, Dustin…

1856 November 19.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  November 19, 1856, Vol. XXIII, No. 16, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes.  S. C. Dustin invites the attention of his friends and the public to his now and splendid suite of Rooms, which he had fitted up in the most modern and beautiful style, for the purpose of taking Pictures in all the various styles of the day.

Rooms in Richards’ Building, 4 doors north Cheshire House.

Advertisement ran from November 19, 1856 to February 25, 1857.

1856 December 17.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  December 17, 1856, Vol. XXIII, No. 20, P. 2.

New Daguerreotype Rooms.—Mr. S. C. Dustin, an experienced operator, has fitted up a spacious and elegant suit of Rooms in Richards’ Building, over the Post Office, and furnished them with every facility for taking Daguerreotypes of all sizes.  He has a superior light, and with the finest German Instruments, is enabled to bring out a picture that for strength and beauty of outline cannot be excelled.  Persons wishing Daguerreotypes should certainly call and examine his facilities,

1857 February 18.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  February 18, 1857, Vol. XXIII, No. 29, P. 2.

Beautiful Pictures.—Mr. Dustin, at his rooms in Richards Building, is taking the Stereoscopic Ambrotypes so perfectly that they actually cast a shadow upon the back-ground.  They are certainly the most perfect pictures we have ever examined, and prove no less the scientific skill of the operator than the perfection of his apparatus.  It is well to take a look into Mr. Dustin’s rooms, and observe the recent strides in the art.

1857 February 25.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  February 25, 1857, Vol. XXIII, No. 36, P. 3.

Ambrotypes & Photographs, S. C. Dustin Would invite the attention of the public to these new and beautiful style Pictures, specimens of which can be seen at his rooms.

The Ambrotype is taken upon the best of German White Plate Glass, and is sealed with an

Indistructible (sic.) Enamel, between two glasses, which not only beautifies the Picture, but will preserve it in its original brilliancy in any climate, for any length of time.  In effect this Picture is bold, clear, and brilliant, resembling very much a fine Mezzotint Engraving, and can be seen in any angle or light.  It is not reversed as in Daguerreotypes, but everything produced in its true position, and in so short a time that the expression first assumed is not lost.

Ambrotypes set in Lockets or Pins.

For Children this process is invaluable, the picture being taken in from 1 to 3 seconds.  Also for views of Buildings & c., as they are not reversed.

By this process old Daguerreotypes faded, or likely to fade, can be copied and size and far superior to the originals, and will last for all time.

Prices as low as for good Daguerreotypes.

—Also—Enameled Photographs, A new style of Picture, taken on canvas, which can be sent in a letter without extra expense.  Call and see them.  Rooms in Richards’ Building.

Advertisement ran from February 25, 1857 to October 19, 1859.

1857 April 8.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  April 8, 1857, Vol. XXII, No. 36, P. 3.

1857 Directory To Business Firms And Offices In Richards’ Building (First North of Cheshire House…3d Floor rear.]  S. C. Dustin, Ambrotypes, Photographs & Daguerreotypes.

Advertisement ran from April 8, 1857 to May 5, 1858.

1859 October 26.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 26, 1859, Vol. XXV, No. 13, P. 3.

The “Great Eastern” Has Not Arrived, But Dustin & French Would respectfully inform the citizens of Keene and vicinity that they are daily making Ambrotypes and Photographs. of every size, style and price.

The Photograph, or Paper Pictures, so much resembling the steel engraving, can be finished in India Ink, or beautifully colored in Oil or Water colors, giving the true colors of nature.  This is a very desirable picture for framing, and the readiness with which an indefinite number of prints can be made from the negative without extra sittings, gives the preference over all other styles of portraiture.

The Patent Leather Picture, a style just introduced, is well adapted for mailing to an absent friend, and durable as the leather itself.

Miniatures Inserted in Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c.

Fading Daguerreotypes and Portraits accurately copied.

Likenesses of small children made best between 10 and 12 A. M., in clear weather.

Ladies and gentlemen are cordially invited to call at our Gallery In Richards’ Building, 4 Doors North Of The Cheshire House, And examine specimens.  S. C. Dustin, J. A. French.

Advertisement ran from October 26, 1859 to October 17, 1860

1859 November 9.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  November 9, 1859, Vol. XXV, No. 15, P. 2.

Fine Pictures.—It is no more true that “a new broom sweeps clean,” than it is that a new firm always aims to be up with, if not a little beyond the times.  This may be verified by a visit to the Ambrotype rooms of Messrs. Dustin & French, who are now getting out some as well finished pictures, both in Photograph and Ambrotypes, as we have seen anywhere.  Both gentlemen are expert operators—Mr. French having practiced at the South for some time past—and those who patronize the establishment may be sure of having their work done in the most improved styles of the art.

1861 May 22.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  May 22, 1861, Vol. XXVI, No. 43, P. 3.

The Ambrotype.

O, heavenly Art, that thus imparts

A likeness true of those we love,’

To cherish in our heart of hearts—

A treasure dear where’er we rove.

Peace to him who first unveiled

Such wonders in the Art divine,—

And Dustin, too, whose skill ne’er failed

To Photograph, since auld lang syne.

A grateful thought on him I cast,

And wish him all the joys of heaven,

Since all the scenes of happy past

By him so truly have been graven.

1861 May 23.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  May 23, 1861, Vol. LXVIII, No. 21, P. 3.

The Ambrotype.

O, heavenly Art, that thus imparts

A likeness true of those we love,’

To cherish in our heart of hearts—

A treasure dear where’er we rove.

Peace to him who first unveiled

Such wonders in the Art divine,—

And Dustin, too, whose skill ne’er failed

To Photograph, since auld lang syne.

A grateful thought on him I cast,

And wish him all the joys of heaven,

Since all the scenes of happy past

By him so truly have been graven.

1861 October 9.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 9, 1861, Vol. XXVII, No. 11, P. 3.

S. C. Dustin’s New Picture Gallery.  I have opened in Shelly & Sawyer’s Building, Rooms where I shall be pleased to receive my former patrons an the “rest of mankind.”

My success in the business so far, assures me that gooid Pictures, at fair prices, are what the people call for.

In fitting up my Rooms, I have profited by every valuable Discovery in the Art of Photographing, and introduced improvements but recently known.

The difficulty of getting the Eye perfect by the light of the common sky-light mis overcome by building a very large Ground Glass Sky-Light, so arranged as to produce a soft, mild, but powerful light, which gives the Picture a bolder outline, and develops the drapery more perfectly.  It works almost instantaneously—admirably adapted for making Pictures of Children.  They Can’t Dodge It.

I keep a variety of Cases, from the cheapest to the best.  Every style of Photograph Frame, at prices to suit the people, and support the Constitution.  S. C. Dustin.

1861 October 24.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 24, 1861, Vol. LXIII, No. 43, P. 2.

The Poetry Of Advertising.—Our advertisers are getting decidedly poetic—Mr. Dustin, first in the field, has now come back to prose, and speaks of his new Ambrotype rooms in Sawyer & Shelly’s Block which are probably unsurpassed…

1862 May 15.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  May 15, 1862, Vol. LXIV, No. 20, P. 2.

Wednesday 30.—The case of Samuel C. Dustin vs Jotham A. French, both of Keene, was commenced, but no witnesses were sworn, as the def. became default, and damages were left to the Judge to be assessed.

1865 April 27.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  April 27, 1865, Vol. LXVII, No. 17, P. 2.

Photograph Of Booth.—We are indebted to Mr. Dustin of this town, for an excellent photograph of J. Wilkes Booth, the assassin.  Mr. Dustin has them for sale at his gallery in Shelly and Sawyer’s block.

1865 July 6.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  July 6, 1865, Vol. LXVII, No. 27, P. 2.

S. C. Dustin has just completed some improvements and repairs in his Photographic Gallery which are worthy of attention of all in want of good pictures.  The sky-light in the operating-room has been greatly enlarged, so much so that good pictures can be made at this season of the jear as late as six o’clock, p. m.  The reception-room is newly furnished, and the walls throughout the establishment shaded with blue, which, with the improved and ingenious ventilation, render the gallery pleasant and attractive.  Mr. Dustin has also secured the services of Mr. Geo. C. Whittaker, a young artist of ability; and we see no reason why the public cannot here be served with everything that can be obtained at first class photograph rooms in the larger cities.  Look for his advertisement next week.

1865 July 20.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  July 20, 1865, Vol. LXVII, No. 29, P. 3.

Once More In The Field.  The undersigned would take this opportunity to thank the citizens of Keene and vicinity for their liberal patronage during the last nine years, and would also inform them, that he has recently beautified and improved his Gallery by the addition of another large and spacious light, which enables him to make Pictures in less time and at an earlier and later hour of the day than can be made at any other Gallery in this vicinity; and believing good work at fair prices to be what the public appreciate , such he will guarantee to all those who may favor him with a call at his Gallery, which may be found Two Doors South of the Post Office.  He will also keep constantly on hand a good assortment of Frames, which will be sold at a low figure.

He has also secured the services of Mr. Geo. C. Whittaker, which enables him to fill all orders for Pictures promptly and in the best style of the Art.  S. C. Dustin.

1865 October 5.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 5, 1865, Vol. LXVII, No. 40, P. 2.

Cheshire County Cattle Fair.  List Of Premiums Awarded…

Miscellaneous…

S. C. Dustin, Keene,  2 cases photographs………1.00

French & Sawyer, 2 cases photographs………….1.00

1865 October 21.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 21, 1865, Vol. XXXI, No. 43, P. 2.

Conflagration In Keene.  Last night this town was visited by the most disastrous conflagration which has ever occurred here.

A little before twelve o’clock the sound of fire alarm warned our citizens that the devouring element had got loose, and those who hastened out soon discovered the flames bursting from the rear portion of Richards’ block.  In the course of an hour the fire had extended to the whole block which was soon destroyed, the efforts of the firemen only succeeding to prevent the spread of the flames to the Cheshire House on the south, and the dwelling houses on the east…

The following is a list of losses and insurances, as nearly as can be ascertained upon going to press…

French & Sawyer, Photographers, loss $2,000; no insurance.

S. C. Dustin, photographer…will suffer more or less from loss and inconvenience.

1865 October 26.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 26, 1865, Vol. LXVII, No. 43, P. 2.

The following is a list of losses, with amounts of insurance, is as accurate as can be furnished until all parties can make a complete examination of details…

French & Sawyer, Photographists—loss $3,000; no insurance…

S. C. Dustin, Photographist—loss $400; Insured $310…

1865 October 28.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 28, 1865, Vol. XXXI, No. 14, P. 2.

Photographs Of The Ruins, three different views, covering the ground from the Cheshire House, were taken, and are for sale by S. C. Dustin.  They are eight by ten inches in size and were taken early Friday morning.

1865 October 28.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  October 28, 1865, Vol. XXXI, No. 14, P. 3.

A Card.  The undersigned gratefully acknowledge the labors and sympathies of their friends in connection with the late disastrous fire…French & Sawyer…S. C. Dustin…

1865 November 16.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  November 16, 1865, Vol. LXVII, No. 48, P. 2.

Dustin, the photographer, who was so unfortunate as to have his beautiful suite of rooms destroyed by the recent fire, is once more in luck, having secured a lease for a term of years of the upper story of Buckminister’s Block, just South of the Court House—one of the best locations for his business in the village.  He has had a suitable sky-light constructed in Boston, which will probably be put in the present week, and he will be ready to receive customers in his new location in a very few days.  His enterprise, and especially his skill in the photographic art, should and doubtless will secure him all the business he can wish for. 

1865 November 18.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  November 18, 1865, Vol. XXXI, No. 17, P. 2.

Dustin, who has been taking some fine views since the fire, by the great sky-light over head, has obtained more convenient accommodations in the upper story of Buckminister’s block, corner of the square and Winter street.  He has secured these rooms for a term of years, and will soon have them fitted up for the reception of his customers.

1866 January 11.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  January 11, 1866, Vol. LXVIII, No. 2, P. 2.

Dustin’s New Photograph Gallery in Buckminister’s block is the neatest and most convenient establishment of the kind we have ever seen in the country, and his old customers will be glad to learn that he is again prepared to execute orders for pictures.  See his advertisement.

1866 January 11.  New Hampshire Sentinel.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  January 11, 1866, Vol. LXVIII, No. 2, P. 3.

My New Photographic Gallery, First door south of the Court House, is now finished.  In fitting up my New Establishment, I have paid particular attention to the construction of my Light Room, Availing myself of all the improvements experience has developed.  I can with confidence assure my patrons, that my facilities for doing first class work are unsurpassed.  In fact, I am prepared to execute any style Photographic Picture.  I copy all kinds of pictures, enlarging to life size, if required, and finishing in India Ink or Colors.

Allow me to tender my grateful acknowledgements to my friends and the public for their generous patronage in times past.  With the increased advantages I now possess, I shall endeavor to secure a continuance of the same.  S. C. Dustin.

1866 January 13.  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  January 13, 1866, Vol. XXXI, No. 25, P. 3.

My New Photographic Gallery, First door South of the Court House, is finished.  In Fitting Up My New Establishment, I have paid particular attention to the construction of my Light Room, Availing myself of all the improvements experience has developed.  I can with confidence assure my patrons, that my facilities for doing first class work are unsurpassed.  In fact, I am prepared to execute any style Photographic Picture.  I copy all kinds of pictures, enlarging to life size, if required, and finishing in India Ink or Colors.

Allow me to tender my grateful acknowledgements to my friends and the public for their generous patronage in times past.  With the increased advantages I now possess, I shall endeavor to secure a continuance of the same.  S. C. Dustin.

Advertisement ran from January 13, 1866 to August 3, 1867.

1866 February 3 .  Cheshire Republican.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  February 3, 1866, Vol. XXXI, No. 28, P. 3.

Snug—as a bug in a rug!  S. C. Dustin has his picture taking arrangements nicely fixed in the upper story of the old Court House block over Buckminister’s store, where he has a suit of apartments well suited to the wants of his business, and the convenience of customers.  His exhibition room is one of the most attractive we have visited.  Call and see his pictures.