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Chase, Ezra B.

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1841                76 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts.

1841-1846       75 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1841                Granite House, Exeter, New Hampshire.

1841                Folsom Building, Exeter, New Hampshire.

1848-1849       247 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1851                128 Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.1

1855                11 Merchants Row, Lawrence, Massachusetts.1

1856                Address Unknown, Lawrence, Massachusetts.1

1857                197 Essex Street, Lawrence, Massachusetts.1

1865                12 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1865-1867       75 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1868                Address Unknown, Newburyport, Massachusetts.1

1869-1874       4 Pleasant Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts.1

1874                34½ Main Street, Opposite Hotel, Amesbury, Massachusetts.1

1875                Address Unknown, Newburyport, Massachusetts.1

1876                4 Pleasant Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts.1

1876-1878       39 State Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts.1

1879-1881       14 State Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts.1

1882-1884       53 State Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts.1

1883-1887       14 State Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts.1

1885                Address Unknown, Newburyport, Massachusetts.1

1888                53 State Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts.1

1841 July 27.  Exeter News-Letter And Rockingham Advertiser.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  July 27, 1841, Vol. XI, No. 14, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures, At the Building formerly known as the Granite House, Exeter, N. H. Mr. Plumbe, Professor of Photography, having at length succeeded in so far improving his Apparatus, as to enabled to produce a Perfect Photographic Miniature, in any weather, and consequently without using the direct rays of the sun, proposes to instruct a limited number of Ladies and gentlemen in this beautiful and valuable art, who will be furnished with complete set of the Improved Paten Apparatus, by means of which any one may be enabled to take a Likeness in an ordinary room, without requiring any peculiar adjustments of the light.  Hitherto, it has been generally supposed that sunshine was indistinguishable to the production of Daguerreotype Miniatures; but the important improvement just perfected, proves that this is a mistake.  The new Apparatus costs only about one half the price of the old, and furnishes the ability to its possessor of securing an independence, in a profession as honorable, interesting and agreeable as any other, by the expenditure of a mere trifle and a few days of application.  Can any other pursuit in life present the same advantages in supplying the means of genteel support, not to say fortune?  This Apparatus is warranted never to get out of order, and consequently, cannot require any repair; and ordinally, occupies a space of less than a cubic foot.—Those who have ever enjoyed the opportunity of seeing a specimen of Photography, can hardly form an adequate idea of the extreme perfection, beauty, and wonderful minuteness, of a Daguerreotype Picture.  It is the work of Nature, not of Art—and far surpasses the production of the pencil, as all Nature’s efforts do those of Man.  In the creation of these pictures, the light of Heaven, alone, constitutes the pencil, and Nature the artist!  The Daguerreotype, or “Pencil of Nature,” can be applied to every object on which the rays of light can be made to fall; the human face and figure, landscapes, buildings, paintings, engravings, statuary, machinery, &c., &c., may be copied in a few minutes, and with a accuracy that no draughtsman could ever attain.  The process is simple; it requires no acquaintance with Chemistry, and no knowledge of Drawing or Painting, for the light engraves itself upon the prepared plate and it may be performed by ay one, by following the process which is fully and clearly described in the instructions accompanying each set of Apparatuses.  For Colleges, Academies, and the public Lectures, this Apparatus is particularly desirable, as the results produced by it are of the most interesting that can be exhibited to an audience—the process requiring but a few seconds in favorable weather to complete a picture—and the results being, to all, so surprising and beautiful, that it never fails to excite the greatest wonder and astonishment in the mind of every beholder: whilst to the Traveller, it must ever be one of the most invaluable accompaniment.  It is only necessary to add, for the information of those who are unacquainted with the details of the Photogenic Art, that it is capable of yielding an incomparably greater return, for the amount of time and money invested in it, than any other business—say 400 per cent, on the cost of all materials—Those who cannot conveniently visite the Institute, in person, will soon be enabled to acquire a knowledge of the profession by attending to the written instructions.  Apparatus, Plates, Miniature Cases, and every other article of Photography always on hand, and will be forwarded to any part of the world at the shortest notice.

Mr. E. B. Chase, at the Daguerreotype Room, in the building, formerly known as the Granite House, Exeter, N. H. will be ready and happy at all times to wait upon the people of Exeter, who may favor him with a call, either to give them a perfect fac simile of themselves, or show them the curious and wonderful process by which these valuable pictures are produced.  Mr. Chase is connected with Prof. Plumbe of United States Photographic Institute, Boston and is prepared to give instructions and furnish pupils with complete set of his patent improved Apparatus for taking both Views and Miniatures, in most beautiful style including all the materials required, (excepting only the Plates.)

Terms Fifty Dollars, and upwards.  All communications, (post paid)  will be promptly attended to.

“Daguerreotype Likenesses, Mr. Plumbe has in operation, an Improved Apparatus for taking Daguerreotype Likenesses.  The convenience to the sitter, and the rapidity of the work, are unexcelled.  Of the fidelity of the resemblance there is no need to speak.—That comes of course, as it is unavoidable.  With this invention, posterity will be at no loss to ascertain what manner of men were any of their predecessors, who are worth remembering.  The terms are very reasonable, and we advise our readers to drop in, and get their features, be they handsome or ugly, transferred upon the plate that will decay but with eternity.”  Boston Daily Herald.

“Plumbe’s Photographic Institute, is one of the most fashionable places of public resort in the city.  So great is the desire to obtain his Beautiful Daguerreotype Portraits, that he has bee obliged to open a register, for the insertion of names of applicants for Miniatures, in order that all may have their turn.  His apparatus is the most perfect and portable that has ever been used, ad we cordially recommend it to all who desire to avail themselves of the advantages of a most lucrative business, by the expenditure of a mere trifle.”  Boston Daily Times, May 26.

“Daguerreotype.  Prof. Plumbe is now giving instruction in taking Views and Miniatures, in this new and most Beautiful Art.  We had the privilege, a few days since, of calling at Mechanics’ Hall, and examining his Apparatus; and many fine specimens of the productions of this mystery in nature.

The miniatures are taken upon Silver Plate, and resemble Fine Steel engravings, though far more delicate.  They are taken by the rays of light, without paint, pencil, or brush; and are true to nature, as it is nature’s own work assisted by the hand of Art.”—Zion Ban.

Advertisement ran from July 27 to August 17, 1841.

1841 August 5.  Christian Journal.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  August 5, 1841, Vol. VII, No. 19, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures, At the Building formerly known as the Granite House, Exeter, N. H. Mr. Plumbe, Professor of Photography, having at length succeeded in so far improving his Apparatus, as to enabled to produce a Perfect Photographic Miniature, in any weather, and [consequently] without using the direct rays of the sun, [proposes] to instruct a limited number of ladies and gentlemen in this beautiful and valuable art, who will be furnished with complete set of the Improved Paten Apparatus, by means of which any one may be enabled to take a Likeness in an ordinary room, without requiring any peculiar adjustments of the light.  Hitherto, it has been generally supposed that sunshine was indistinguishable to the production of Daguerreotype Miniatures; but the important improvement just perfected, proves that this is a mistake.  The new Apparatus costs only about one half the price of the old, and [furnishes] the ability to its [ ? ], of securing an independence, in a profession as [honorable], interesting and agreeable as ay other, by the [expenditure] of a mere trifle and a few days of [application].  Can any other [pursuit] in life present the same advantages in supplying the means of genteel [support], not to say fortune.  This Apparatus is warranted never to get out of order, and consequently, cannot require any repair; and ordinally, occupies a space of less than a cubic foot.  Those who have ever enjoyed the opportunity of seeing a specimen of Photography, can hardly [form] an adequate idea of the extreme perfection, beauty, and wonderful minuteness, of a Daguerreotype Picture.  It is the work of Nature, not of Art—and far surpasses the production of the pencil, as well as all Nature’s efforts does those of Man.  In the creation of these pictures, the book of Heaven, alone, [constitutes] the pencil, and Nature the artist!  The Daguerreotype, or “Pencil of Nature,” can be supplied to every object on which [the] rays of light can be made to fall; the human face and figure, landscapes, buildings, paintings, engravings, statuary, machinery, &c., &c., may be copied in a few minutes, and with a accuracy that no draughtsman could ever attain.  The process as simple; it requires no acquaintance with Chemistry, and [no] knowledge of Drawing or Painting, for the light engraves itself upon the prepared plate and it may be performed by ay one, by following the process which is fully and clearly described in the [instructions] accompanying each set of Apparatuses.  For colleges, Academies, and the public [Lectures], the Apparatus is particularly desirable, as the results produced by it are of the most interesting that can be exhibited to an audience—the process requiring but a few seconds in favorable weather to complete a picture—and the results being to all [so] surprising and beautiful, that it never fails to excite the [greater] wonder and astonishment in the mind of every beholder whilst to the Traveller, it must ever be one of the most invaluable accompaniment.  It is only necessary to add, for the information of those who are unacquainted with the details of the Photogenic Art, that it is capable of yielding an incomparably greater return, for the amount of time and money invested in it than any other business:  Say 400 per cent, on the cost of all materials—Those who cannot conveniently visite the Institute, in person, will soon be enabled to acquire a knowledge of the Profession by attending to the written instructions.  Apparatus, Plates, Miniature Cases, and every other article of Photography always on hand, and will be forwarded to any part of the world at the shortest notice.

Mr. E. B. Chase, will be ready and happy at all times to wait upon the People of Exeter, who may favor him with a call, either to give them a perfect fac simile of their face, or show them the curious and wonderful process by which these valuable pictures are produced.  Mr. Chase is connected with Prof. Plumbe of United States Photographic Institute, Boston and is prepared to give instructions and furnish pupils with complete set of his patent improved Apparatus for taking both Views and Miniatures, in most beautiful style including all the materials required—Terms $50.00 and upwards.  All (post paid) communications will be promptly attended to.

1841 August 19.  Christian Journal.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  August 19, 1841, Vol. VII, No. 21, P. 3.

It will be seen by an advertisement in another column that E. B. Chase is now giving instruction and taking Daguerreotype likenesses in this village.  I have had the privilege of examining his Apparatus and several specimens of this beautiful art.  The likenesses are taken on silver plate, and resemble fine steel engravings, though much more delicate and more correct.  The person sits about two minutes with the eye fixed upon a single object.  The miniatures are taken by the sun’s rays without paint, pencil, or brush.  Persons may expect perfect resemblance, if there is no deficiency in the apparatus, or the position of the person at the time it is taken, as it is all nature’s own work, assisted by the hand of Art.  Those who wish to preserve their own Likeness will do well to call and examine for themselves.

1841 August 19.  Christian Journal.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  August 19, 1841, Vol. VII, No. 21, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Mr. E. B. Chase will be ready and happy at all times to wait upon the People of Exeter, who may favor him with a call, either to give them a perfect fac simile of their face, or show them the curious and wonderful process by which these valuable pictures are produced.  Mr. Chase is connected with Prof. Plumbe of United States Photographic Institute, Boston and is prepared to give instructions and furnish pupils with complete set of his patent improved Apparatus for taking both Views and Miniatures, in most beautiful style including all the materials required.

Terms $50.00 and upwards.  All (post paid) communications will be promptly attended to. Exeter, Aug. 12, 1841.

Advertisement ran from August 19 & 26, 1841.

1841 August 24.  Exeter News-Letter And Rockingham Advertiser.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  August 24, 1841, Vol. XI, No. 18, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  At the Building formerly known as the Granite House, Exeter, N. H. Mr. E. B. Chase will be ready and happy at all times to wait upon the People of Exeter, who may favor him with a call, either to give them a perfect fac simile of their face, or show them the curious and wonderful process by which these valuable pictures are produced.  Mr. Chase is connected with Prof. Plumbe of United States Photographic Institute, Boston and is prepared to give instructions and furnish pupils with complete set of his patent improved Apparatus for taking both Views and Miniatures, in most beautiful style including all the materials required. Terms Miniatures in frames, from $3 to $5.  Apparatus, &c., $50.00 and upwards. 

All (post paid) Communications will be promptly attended to.

Advertisement ran from August 24 to September 21, 1841.

1841 September 2.  Christian Journal.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  September 2, 1841, Vol. VII, No. 23, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Mr. E. B. Chase at his Rooms in Folsom’s Buildings, will be ready and happy at all times to wait upon the People of Exeter, who may favor him with a call, either to give them a perfect fac simile of their face, or show them the curious and wonderful process by which these valuable pictures are produced.  Mr. Chase is connected with Prof. Plumbe of united States Photographic Institute, Boston and is prepared to give instructions and furnish pupils with complete set of his patent improved Apparatus for taking both Views and Miniatures, in most beautiful style including all the materials required.

Terms $50.00 and upwards.  All (post paid) communications will be promptly attended to. Exeter, Aug. 12, 1841.

Advertisement ran from September 2 & 16, 1841.

1841 September 9.  Christian Journal.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  September 9, 1841, Vol. VII, No. 24, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Mr. E. B. Chase has just received an improvement to his apparatus for taking Miniatures, by the use of which a person need not sit over thirty seconds in order to obtain a perfect likeness.  Those who wish their likeness to, preserve, will do well to call on Mr. Chase.

1848.  Boston Directory.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  1848-1849, P. 27.  Published by James French & Charles Stimpson, 1848.

Chase’s Daguerreotype Rooms, 247 Washington Street, Boston. We have executed 40,000 likenesses, and possessing every facility, are taking from one to fifty pictures on the same plate, unsurpassed by any in the world.  Perfect satisfaction given or no charge.  L. G. Chase.  Call and see.  E. B. Chase

1848 September 11.  The Daily Chronotype.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  September 11, 1848, Vol6, No. 1, P. 3. 

Chase’s Daguerreotype Rooms, 247 Washington Street, Boston. We have executed 40,000 likenesses, and possessing every facility, are taking single copies and groups unsurpassed by any in the world.  Perfect satisfaction given or no charge.  Call and see.

L. G. Chase.  E. B. Chase

Advertisement ran from September 11 to December 15, 1848.

1848 September 19.  Norwich Evening Courier.  (Norwich, Connecticut.)  September 19, 1848, Vol. VII, No. 87, Whole No. 487, P. 3.

Chase’s Daguerreotype Rooms, 247 Washington Street, Boston. We have executed 40,000 likenesses, and possessing every facility, are taking from one to fifty pictures on the same plate, unsurpassed by any in the world.  Perfect satisfaction given or no charge.  L. G. Chase.            Call and see.  E. B. Chase.

1848 September 21.  Vermont Watchman and State Journal.  (Montpelier, Vermont.)  September 21, 1848, Vol. XLII, No. 45, Whole No. 2188, P. 3.

Chase’s Daguerreotype Rooms, 247 Washington street, Boston.  We have executed 40,000 Likenesses, and possessing every facility, are taking single copies and groups unsurpassed by any in the world.

Perfect satisfaction given or no charge, Call and see.  L. G. Chase.  E. B. Chase.

Advertisement ran from September 21 to October 19, 1848.

1848 September 26.  Maine Democrat.  (Saco, Maine.)  September 26, 1848, Vol. XX, No. 7, P. 3.

Chase’s Daguerreotype Rooms, 247 Washington Street, Boston.  We have executed 40,000 Likenesses, and possessing every facility, are taking single copies and groups unsurpassed by any in the world.

Perfect satisfaction given, or no charge.  L. G. Chase.  Call and See.  E. B. Chase.

Advertisement ran five times between September 26 to November 21, 1848.

1848 September 29.  Vermont Journal.  (Windsor, Vermont.)  September 29, 1848, Vol. V, No. 15, Whole No. 224, P. 3.

Chase’s Daguerreotype Rooms, 247 Washington Street, Boston.  We have executed 40,000 Likenesses, and possessing every facility, are taking single copies and groups unsurpassed by any in the world.

Perfect satisfaction given, or no charge.  L. G. Chase.  Call and See.  E. B. Chase.

Advertisement ran five times between September 29 to October 27, 1848.

1848 October 19.  Vermont Watchman and State Journal.  (Montpelier, Vermont.)  October 19, 1848, Vol. XIV, No. 47, P. 3.

Chase’s Daguerrean Rooms, 247 Washington Street, Boston. We have executed 40,000 Likenesses, and possessing every facility, are taking single copies and groups unsurpassed by any in the world.  Perfect satisfaction given or no charge.  L. G. Chase. Call and see.  E. B. Chase.

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

Chapin, N. T.

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1853                No. 6 Union Block, Manchester, New Hampshire.

1854                Address Unknown, Hartford, Connecticut.[1]

1855                180½ Main Street, Hartford, Connecticut.1

1855                2 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut.1

1856-1861       297 Main Street, Hartford Connecticut.1

1853 May 25.  Granite State Farmer.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  May 25, 1855, Vol. IV, No. 21, P. 8.

Ne Plus Ultra.  N. T. Chapin & Co., Daguerreian Artists, Have leased for a term of years the rooms formerly occupied by the Atheneum, No. 6 Museum Building, and remodeled them in a style and convenience unequalled. Having the largest Sky-Light in the city, and availed ourselves of all the Modern Improvements in the art, rendering every facility for taking pictures singly or in groups, we are confident that we shall be able to please the most fastidious.

Our central location cannot fail to enlist the attention [of] the citizens of Manchester and vicinity.

Daguerreotypes, Portraits, and Engravings copied.—Particular attention in taking pictures of Deceased persons.

Cases, Gold Lockets, and Frames For Sale.  Please call and examine specimens.

Advertisement recorded from May 25 to October 19, 1853.

1857 October 10.  The Connecticut Courant.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  October 10, 1857, Vol. XCIV, No. 4838, P. 2.

The County Fair.  From the Daily Courant of Wednesday.  The County Fair opened at the City Hall, yesterday…

Fine Arts’ department was much admired, yesterday, by the crowds of visitors.  There are many real gems on exhibition.  Many of the crayon and pencil drawings are executed in the highest style of the art, and many of the paintings possess more than ordinary merit.  The works shown by the Daguerrean artists are many of them really  beautiful specimens, and are the most attractive feature in the room.  The views by Moore are most excellent specimens of the Photographic art…

Chapin & Hopkins have a number of  “Collodron (sic.) Ambrotypes” on exhibition which certainly are not behind any presented.

1857 October 27.  The Connecticut Courant.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  October 27, 1857, Vol. XCIV, No. 4840, P. 2.

Hartford County Fair.  List Of Premiums Awarded By The Hartford County Agricultural Society, October, 1857…

Fine Arts…

W. H. Chase, for Photographs, Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes, Silver Medal.

G. W. Davis, for plain and colored Photographs and Ambrotypes, Gold Medal.

N. A. Moore, Photographic Views, Gold Medal.

N. A. Moore, Photographs and Ambrotypes, Silver Medal.

Chapin & Hopkins, Photographs and Ambrotypes, Silver Madal.

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

Chapin, Moses Sanford

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1849                6 Exchange, Chicopee, Massachusetts. [1]

1849                9 Brinley Hall, No.9, Worcester, Massachusetts.

1850                9 & 10 Brinley Hall, Worcester, Massachusetts.1

1851                9 Brinley Hall, No.9., Worcester, Massachusetts.1

1852-1855       Waldo Block, Worcester, Massachusetts.1

1856                227 Main, Clark’s Block, Worcester, Massachusetts.1

1857                Main, Clark’s Block, Worcester, Massachusetts.1

1859                Clark’s Block, Worcester, Massachusetts.1

1860-1861       American House Block, Worcester, Massachusetts.1

1862                197 Main, Worcester, Massachusetts.1

1862                Union Art Gallery, New Bern, North Carolina[2]

1863-1866       Address Unknown, Worcester, Massachusetts.1

1876                86 Front, Worcester, Massachusetts.1

1877                Address Unknown, Worcester, Massachusetts.1

1878                204 Front, Worcester, Massachusetts.1

1879                Address Unknown, Worcester, Massachusetts.1

1849 October 4.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  October 4, 1849, Vol. 5, No. 96, P. 2.

Premium Daguerreotype Establishment, No. 9 Brinley Hall, No. 9

The proprietor of this Establishment is prepared, as usual, to furnish his friends and the public with the most perfect Daguerreotypes that can be produced.  Of the character of the pictures executed at this long established Gallery, it is enough to repeat that they have secured the very highest tokens of award from the late Mechanics’ Fair in this City, and from other equally competent sources.  Probably no Establishment in the country enjoys a more enviable reputation for its Perfect and Life-Like Types, as well as for the beauty and expression of their minutest parts.  Having secured the services of Mr. Moses S. Chapin, as an Artist, to take charge of my operating department, allow me to invite the attention of your readers to the beautiful Daguerreotypes executed at Dr. Van Alstin’s Establishment, No. 9 Brinley Hall.

Those who visit our City for the purpose of procuring Daguerreotypes, cannot be more satisfactorily accommodated than at No. 9 Brinley Hall.

Miniatures put into Silk for $1—and into Velvet Cases for $1,50.  N.B. Stock constantly on hand and for sale at reasonable prices.                  

Advertisement ran from October 4 to December 6, 1849.

1849 December 7.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  December 7, 1849, Vol. 5, No. 149, P. 2.

Premium Daguerreotype Establishment, Types taken with Voightlander’s Quick Camera.

No. 9 Brinley Hall, No. 9

The proprietor of this Establishment has fitted up entirely anew his spacious and commodious Rooms, and furnished them with every convenience and comfort that can be obtained in the most fashionable rooms in the city.  He has procured one of Voightlander’s Large and Quick Cameras—as large as any in this city—for the purpose of taking large types, groups of persons, and children, in a style of elegance and perfection that cannot be obtained by the use of smaller and less perfect instruments.  He has also procured a large lot of Gold Lockets, double and single, of all sizes and descriptions, which he offers for sale at lower prices than they can be bought at any other place in the city.  He is prepared, as heretofore, to furnish his friends and the public with the most perfect Daguerreotype that can be produced.  Of the character of the pictures executed at this long established Gallery, it is enough to state that they have secured the very highest tokens of favor from the late Mechanics Fair in this city, and from other equally competent sources.  Probably no Establishment in the country enjoys a higher reputation for its perfect and skillfully executed types, which exhibit the form and minutest parts of the original, fully and accurately delineated.

The public here and those visiting this city are invited to call and examine for themselves the beautifully and skillfully executed types at Dr. Van Alstin’s Establishment, at No. 9 Brinley Hall, under the charge of Mr. Moses S. Chapin.

Miniatures put into Silk for $1—and into Velvet Cases for $1,50.  N.B. Stock constantly on hand and for sale at reasonable prices.                              

Advertisement ran from December 7 to December 31, 1849.

1851 May 13.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  May 13, 1851, Vol. VI, No. 292, p. 2.

To The Public.  This is to certify that the undersigned, Daguerreotypist of this city have visited the Rev. Mr. Hill, of New York, the discoverer of the process of taking portraits and landscapes, in natural colors, and that Mr. Hill presented to them the communication which appeared in the Daily Spy last Saturday, May 10th, with a request to hand it to the Editors of the aforesaid paper, for publication; and he furthermore stated that if Mr. Van Alstin persisted in his assertions, he should send one more communication to the Spy, which would be definite and effectual.

Signed Moses S. Chapin. & C. R. B. Claflin

Advertisement ran from May 13 to June 3, 1851.

1851 June 20.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  June 20, 1851, Vol. VII, No. 17, P. 2.

Notice.—In reference to a certain article that appeared in the Spy, dated June__, I would say, in reply, being requested so to do by that Daguerrian Artist to “take notice” who it was that took the medal in 1848.  It was Walker & Adams, not Adams alone, as be stated.  Who was it that took the medal alone, in 1848?  A. W. Van Alstin.

Adams; perhaps the public will say.  Why not A. W. Van Alstin?  Because he was in California.

Who was it that took so many poor pictures in my room while I was there?

Moses S. Chapin.

Where is George Adams operating at the present time?

Providence, R. I., not in Worcester.

Who is in the rooms formerly occupied by Adams?

Moses S. Chapin.

I hope that the remainder of the Artist’ will soon appear, and place him in his proper position, which is at the bench, with a saw and jack-plane.  A. W. Van Alstin.

Advertisement ran from June 20 to June 23 1851

1851 October 3.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  October 3, 1851, Vol. VII, No. 108, P. 2.

It will be seen that Adams has removed his Daguerreotype establishment to rooms opposite the American Temperance House, where he will accommodate those desirous of his services.  Mr. Chapin continues at the old stand.

1851 September 29.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  September 29, 1851,  Vol. VII, No. 104, P. 2.

Particular Notice.—Geo. Adams would respectfully announce to his friends and the public, that the limitation of his engagement with Mr. Chapin, of Waldo Block, having expired, he has taken a suit of rooms in Brinley Row, over the Citizens Bank, and directly opposite the American House, where all those who are capable of appreciating fine Daguerreotypes are invited to call.  Mr. A.’s Rooms are very easy of access, spacious, and fitted up with every convenience to produce good miniatures.  The room for his Sky-light is of a size suitable for making a group of 40 persons on one plate.

Advertisement ran from September 29 to October 7, 1851

1852 January 9.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  January 9, 1852, Vol. VII, No. 191, P. 2

To the Public—The well known Daguerrean Rooms, Waldo Block, formally owned and occupied by Geo. Adams, and More recently by Adams & Chapin, have not been removed, but still are the center of attraction for all who appreciate good Daguerreotypes, as the facilities for taking daguerreotypes are such as cannot be surpassed in this city, if in the world.  The limitation between Messrs Adams & Chapin and Adams & Co. Having ceased Sept. 18, 1851, Mr. Chapin would say to the public, that those splendidly finished Daguerrean Rooms, Waldo Block, are still open for exhibition, or all who may favor him with a call Mr. Chapin would say to all who would like good Daguerreotypes of themselves or friends, they will do well to call on Mr. C., Waldo Block, where all may be sure of obtaining perfect daguerreotypes for the extreme low price of 50 cents.  Perfect satisfaction given or no charge.  Particular attention paid to taking Children.—Hours for taking children from 9 A. M. to 3 P. M.  Call and examine for yourselves.           

Advertisement ran from January 9 to February 11, 1852.

1853 January 3.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  January 3, 1853, Vol. VIII, No. 105, P. 3.

Christmas and New Year’s Presents, At Reduced Prices!

A large assortment of all the latest style Daguerreotype Cases, both fancy and plain Also a large variety of Gold Lockets, suitable for presents, to be had at Chapin’s Daguerreotype Rooms, Waldo Block, where you will be supplied with the richest, that the market affords.

Mr. C. would most cordially welcome all who may favor him with a call.  Dec 24.

Advertisement ran from January 3 to January 31, 1853.

1853 September 27.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  September 27, 1853, Vol. VIII, No. 331, P. 2.

M. S. Chapin having returned to Waldo Block Daguerreian Rooms, will attend personally to those who may favor him with a call.

All those wishing for a perfect gem of the art, will of course, avail themselves of the first opportunity of calling on Mr. C. and secure one or more of those mamentoes, which in the hour of affliction no price can purchase.

Mr. Chapin is taking splendid Daguerreotypes and enclosing them in a very beautiful case, inlaid with pearl for $1,00.  Also, in very fine cases for 50 cts.

Please call and examine specimens before purchasing at any other rooms, and satisfy yourselves that you can buy cheaper and better Daguerreotypes at Chapins, than any other Rooms in this City.

This is no humbug.  Will you call and favor me with a sitting.                                    

Advertisement ran from September 27 to October 26, 1853.

1853 December 24.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  December 24, 1853, Vol. VIII, No. 404, P. 2.

Christmas and New Year’s Gifts.  Mr. Chapin, having collected an endless variety of all the very latest and richest patterns of Daguerreotype Cases, selected expressly for Christmas and New Year’s presents, would most cordially welcome all who wish to procure a gem.  Call on Mr. C., Waldo Block, and make a selection from the largest stock of Daguerreotype Cases ever offered to the public.

All pictures taken at his rooms are warranted to give satisfaction.  Mr. Chapin is now the only Daguerreotyper in this city to whom was awarded a silver medal, for the best Daguerreotypes, at the Mechanics’ Exhibition, 1851.

Ladies and Gentlemen make a wise selection, and go to Chapin’s where you can get a rich gift for a little money, and where you will be treated with respect and attention.  M. S. Chapin, Artist.

Advertisement ran from December 24, 1853 to January 14, 1854.

1855 October 23.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  October 23, 1855, Vol. X, No. 252, P. 2.

257…New Daguerreotype Rooms…257.  M. S. Chapin having now removed from Waldo Block, and taken rooms in Wm. C. Clark’s new and splendid block, corner of Main and Mechanic streets, and directly over Martin Stowe’s Dry Goods store, would call the attention of his numerous friends and customers, and all in want of a first class Daguerreotype, (not second to any made in this city,) will be doubly paid by calling on Mr. C. and obtaining one of the same, thus securing one of his superior toned types, which are so much admired by all lovers of this truly beautiful art.  Having speared no pains in arranging a very large North sky-light, which is acknowledged by all artist to be much the best, and always sought for whenever to be had, he feels confident that his long experience and practical knowledge of the business, will be sufficient to warrant him a large share of public patronage.  Mr. Chapin’s operating room is very large and commodious, enabling him to take groups of any number desired.

Mr. C. will take Daguerreotypes at as reasonable prices as any room in Worcester, including case.  Copying done in the very best manner.

Daguerreotyping of the sick, and deceased, taken in the most satisfactory manner.  Also—Great pains taken with children.  Each person is allowed the privilege to sit till they are satisfied with their Daguerreotypes, and no pay in advance.  Remember—Rooms in Clark’s Block.

Advertisement ran from October 23 to November 8, 1855

1856 January 17.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  January 17, 1856, Vol. XI, No. 14, P. 2.

Gallery of Female Beauty.—It will be seen by reference to an advertisement in our columns, that Barnum’s plan for a “Gallery of American Female Beauty” is about to be into affect, and that portraits of the most beautiful women in various parts of the country, are to be taken, First by daguerreotype, and then to be painted in oil.  A large amount is to be awarded in premiums.  Three artists are appointed to take daguerreotypes for the purpose in this city, without any expense to the sitter.

1856 January 17.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  January 17, 1856, Vol. XI, No. 14, P. 3.

Gallery of Female Beauty.  Prizes amounting to [$ 0000] for the likeness of the Handsomest Women in America.  Daguerreotypes of Beautiful Females taken, with out expense to the sitters, by the first artist in the country!  The celebrated enterprise of Mr. P. T. Barnum, the “Gallery of American Female beauty.”  Is now being actively carried out by the proprietors of Barnum’s American Museum in New York, Messrs. Greenwood & Butler, as originally designed by Mr. B.

The premium for the likeness of the handsomest lady is $1,000; for the next most handsomest $300; the next, $200; the next $150; the next $100; and the next ninety, $25 each.  The entire one hundred are to be painted in oil portraits, afterwards, by distinguished artists, and the ten handsomest of all will be engraved for the World’s Book of Beauty in Paris.  The following artists will take the daguerreotypes in this city free of expense to the sitter:

C. R. B. Claflin, 188 Main Street; Lewis Babbitt, M. S. Chapin, Clark’s Block.

Advertisement ran from January 17 to January 22, 1856

1935 April.  The Worcester Historical Society Publications (Worcester, Massachusetts) New Series Vol. I, No. 8, p. 438.

The Daguerreotype Art And.

…Moses Sanford Chapin was a native of Milford, Mass., and before entering the daguerreotype business had learned the cabinet trade.  He conducted a successful gallery until shortly after the close of the Civil War, when he retired to take up his earlier calling.

During the War he went to Newbern, N. C., and for a time did photographic work with the Northern Armies.

The society is fortunate in having a considerable collection of daguerreotypes made by Mr. Chapin.  These are very interesting as illustrating the appearance of the patrons of a daguerreotype gallery three quarters of a century ago.

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

[2] Photographers In North Carolina The First Century, 1842-1941.

Chapin, Joshua B.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , , ,

1851-1855       19 Manchester Street, Providence, Rhode Island.            

1851-1855       33 Manchester Street, Providence, Rhode Island.

1857-1858       73 Westminster Street, Providence, Rhode Island.

1852 February 25.  General Advertiser.  (Providence, Rhode Island.)  February 25, 1852, Vol. V 1, No. 5, P. 1.

Christmas & New Year’s Daguerre’s.  We Have Just Received on invoice of superior Gold Lockets, [Seals], and Rings,[for the] coming Holidays; also, a full supply of all the most approved patterns of Cases, for which we are prepared to execute Daguerre’s, in the very highest style of the art. Persons desiring likenesses are requested to call in the earlier part of the day.  We also wish it to be distinctly understood that pictures for adults are taken equally well either in clear or cloudy weather.  In the earlier stage of the art this was not true, but artes  “mutantur et nos mutamur illis.”  Galleries Nos. 19 and 33 Westminster-st.  Manchester & Chapin.  d18.

1853 April 30.  General Advertiser.  (Providence, Rhode Island.)  April 30, 1853, Vol. V1, No. 23, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—Manchester & Chapin were awarded the Highest Premium for the superiority of their Daguerreotypes exhibited at the Fair in Providence, September 10, 1851.  Since this is the decision of the Honorable Committee on Fine Arts, we forbear offering any other proof of their good qualities—in regard to tone, clearness of the eyes, or beauty of finish.  We hope the public will make free to call at our Gallery, No. 33 Westminster-st., and examine the numerous specimens there on exhibition, especially the new style of Crayon Daguerreotypes.

Stock of all kinds constantly on hand.  Instruction given and Apparatus furnished on reasonable terms.

Advertisement was recorded on April 30, and June 11 & 18, 1853.

1855 May 19.  General Advertiser.  (Providence, Rhode Island.)  May 19, 1855, Vol. VII1, No. 26, P. 2.

Photographs. The attention of the public is respectfully invited to specimens of these pictures, both colored and uncolored now exhibited at our galleries.  For correctness of delineation, and exquisite beauty and softness of shadow, they are far superior to daguerres; resembling more nearly rich steel engravings.  Being upon paper, the unpleasant glare of the metallic plate is avoided.  They admit, also, of being colored in oil colors, equaling in finish and durability the finest canvas paintings.  By no other process it is possible to obtain so life like a portrait.  Copying from daguerre, or portraits carefully executed.  Large copies produced from small originals.

Rooms Nos. 19 & 33 Westminster street.  Manchester & Chapin.

1855 September 15.  General Advertiser.  (Providence, Rhode Island.)  September 15, 1855, Vol. VIII, No. 43, P. 2.

[Ambigraphs.] These pictures far superior to anything that has heretofore been taken upon glass.—They can be seen in any light as well as a Photograph or an Engraving.  For brilliancy and fineness they surpass the Daguerre. and unlike it they are not reversed.  They can also be produced instantaneously, which is a great advantage in taking children or persons who cannot bear a strong light, and gives the operator a chance to catch the happiest expression before it has time to leave the face.  They can never fade or change, as they are put up in a manner which makes them impervious to air or dampness.

Photographs, plain and in oil colors, Daguerreotypes, Crayoned or otherwise, and in fact every description of sunlight pictures taken in the most approved and artistic style.

Rooms No. 19 and 33 Westminster street.  Manchesters & Chapin.

1858 January 9.  General Advertiser.  (Providence, Rhode Island.)  January 9, 1858, Vol. XI, No. 8, P. 1.

Removal.  Manchester, Bro. & Chapin, Daguerreotypes and Photographic Artists, have removed to rooms No. 73 Westminster-st., (formerly G. W. Smith’s House Furnishing Store,) where they have put in 2 large Sky-Lights, and otherwise arranged and fitted them with a perfect adaptation to the business, which has occupied their time and at tension for the last 14 years.

We have now the best and most convenient suite of rooms for taking Photographs, Daguerres, Ambrigraphs, and in fact every variety of Sun-Light Pictures within our knowledge, being very large and located on the first floor.

We have many friends to thank for past favors, but still hope they may be multiplied at our new establishment. 

N.B.—We have no connection with any other Gallery in this city.  my24.

Advertisement was recorded on January 9 & 16, 1858.

1858 August 7.  General Advertiser.  (Providence, Rhode Island.)  August 7, 1858, Vol. XI, No. 38, P. 1.

Manchester & Bro’r. Daguerreotype and Photographic Artists, Rooms No. 73 Westminster Street, Where they have two large Sky Lights, and other arrangements perfect adaptation to the business, which has occupied their time and at tension for the last 14 years.

We have now the best and most convenient suite of rooms for taking Photographs, Daguerres, Ambrigraphs, and in fact every variety of Sun-Light Pictures within our knowledge, being very large and located on the first floor.

We have many friends to thank for past favors, but still hope they may be multiplied at our new establishment. 

N.B.—We have no connection with any other Gallery in this city.  jy10.

Advertisement was recorded on August 7 and September 4, 1858.

Chapin & Hopkins

Ambrotypes, Photographs, , , , , , ,

1857                297 Main Street, Hartford, Connecticut.

1857 October 10.  The Connecticut Courant.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  October 10, 1857, Vol. XCIV, No. 4838, P. 2.

The County Fair.  From the Daily Courant of Wednesday.  The County Fair opened at the City Hall, yesterday…

Fine Arts’ department was much admired, yesterday, by the crowds of visitors.  There are many real gems on exhibition.  Many of the crayon and pencil drawings are executed in the highest style of the art, and many of the paintings possess more than ordinary merit.  The works shown by the Daguerrean artists are many of them really  beautiful specimens, and are the most attractive feature in the room.  The views by Moore are most excellent specimens of the Photographic art…

Chapin & Hopkins have a number of  “Collodron (sic.) Ambrotypes” on exhibition which certainly are not behind any presented.

1857 October 27.  The Connecticut Courant.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  October 27, 1857, Vol. XCIV, No. 4840, P. 2.

Hartford County Fair.  List Of Premiums Awarded By The Hartford County Agricultural Society, October, 1857…

Fine Arts…

W. H. Chase, for Photographs, Ambrotypes and Daguerreotypes, Silver Medal.

G. W. Davis, for plain and colored Photographs and Ambrotypes, Gold Medal.

N. A. Moore, Photographic Views, Gold Medal.

N. A. Moore, Photographs and Ambrotypes, Silver Medal.

Chapin & Hopkins, Photographs and Ambrotypes, Silver Medal.

Channing, William Francis

Calotypes, ,

1842                Address Unknown, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1842 Amateur & Inventor.in an article in discusses the Calotype process.

1851 February.  The Photographic Art Journal.  (New York, New York.) February 1851, Vol. 1, No. 2, P. 74 & 75

Researches on Light.  By Robert Hunt, Secretary to the Royal Polytechnic Society.  Part 1….P.65 to

…Mr. Channing of Boston appears to have been the first to publish [2]any method by which the calotype process could be simplified.  This gentleman directs that the paper be washed over with sixty grains of crystalized nitrate of silver in one ounce of water , and when dry, with a solution of ten grains of the iodide of potassium in one ounce of water.  It is then to be washed with water, and dried between blotting paper; it is now fit for use…

1853 April.  The Photographic Art Journal. (New York, New York.)  Vol. 5, No. 4, P. 216-220 

another article discusses in more detail. The Talbotype As Now Practiced And Its Modifications… on page 220 Channing’s modifications appear.

1901 March 21.  New York Times, (New York, New York.)  March 21, 1901 Obituary

Dr. William F. Channing.

Boston, March 20.—Dr. William Francis Channing, noted scientist and son of the philosopher, Dr. William Ellery Channing, and cousin of the late Rev. William Henry Channing, once Chaplin of the United States Senate, died at the Perry Hospital to-day.  He was taken with pneumonia on Washington’s Birthday, which was also the eighty-first anniversary of his own birth, and though the symptoms were favorable to his recovery, his advanced age stood in the way, and he was unable to rally from the weakening effects of the disease.

Dr. Channing was born in Boston and was graduated from Harvard in 1839, being a classmate of Dr. Edward Everett Hale.  He later took a course in medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, receiving his diploma in 1844, but never practicing his profession.  Even while pursuing his studies he was engaged in active work of other sorts, for he   assisted in the first geological survey of New Hampshire, in 1841-2, and for two years following was associated with Dr. Henry I. Bowditch in the editorship of the Latimer Journal of Boston.

With Prof. Moses G. Farmer Dr. Channing worked for the ten years following 1841 in developing a fire-alarm telegraph and the apparatus, patented in 1857, is still in very general use.  Nine years later he patented a railroad for transporting ships overland and in 1877 invented a telephone, which was bough by the Bell Company.  He was a frequent contributor to scientific journals on electrical subjects and wrote the first books on electricity as applied to medicine.  Dr. Channing moved to Pasadena, Cal. Sixteen years ago for the benefit of his wife’s health.  She died there and he returned to Boston six months ago.

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

[2] A paper on Photographic Manipulation, in the American Journal of Arts and Sciences, July 1842.

Case, John G.

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , , , , , , ,

1852-1854       Buswell Block, Corner Main and Shetucket Streets, Norwich, Connecticut.

1854-1857       192 Main Street, Hartford, Connecticut.           

1856-1864       299½ Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1864-1867       163 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1864-1867       173 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1852 December 21.  Norwich Evening Courier,  (Norwich, Connecticut.)  December 21, 1852, Vol. XI, No. 129, Whole No. 1163, P,

Christmas and New Years.  Daguerreotypes.  The New and Magnificent Establishment of J. G. Case, With its specimens of Unequalled Miniatures, costly and unique Furniture, has been the theme of universal conversation and admiration since its opening.  No person can form a just estimate of the beauty now displayed, as well in the furnishing as in the Daguerreotyping, without a visit to, and criticism of, this already justly celebrated establishment.

Special pains will be taken to secure Perfect Miniatures of Young Children and Infants.

The light used at these Rooms is a most beautiful North and Sky Light, and the only one of the kind in this city.  The sky-light is especially designed for Daguerreotyping Large Family Groups, as also Miniatures for handsome Frames, Cases, Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c., &c.

The Rooms having been completed under the supervision of J. G. Case, and fitted up at a great expense, render it the most complete establishment of the kind in the country. 

Additional Attraction!!  Having perfected his arrangements, he is now prepared to take pictures on the highly approved Crayon System, which for beauty and utility is unsurpassed by anything ever before introduced in the art.

Having secured the services of N. C. Bowen, well known in this vicinity, he will always be found at the Room.

N. B.—The prices for the different qualities and sizes of pictures will be found lower than at any Room in this City—and satisfaction warranted.

The public are respectfully invited to call and look at this establishment..

Buswell Block, corner Main and Shetucket sts.

Advertisement was recorded four times between December 21, 1852 and January 18, 1853.

1853 September 7.  The Norwich Courier.  (Norwich, Connecticut.)  September 7, 1853, Vol. XXXII, No. 34, Whole No. 3652, P. 4.

Daguerreotypes.  The New and Magnificent Establishment Of J. G. Case, With its specimens of Unequalled Miniatures, costly and unique Furniture, has been the theme of universal conversation and admiration since its opening.  No person can form a just estimate of the beauty now displayed, as well in the furnishing as in the Daguerreotyping, without a visit to, and criticism of, this already justly celebrated establishment.

Special pains will be taken to secure Perfect Miniatures of Young Children and Infants.

The light used at these Rooms is a most beautiful North and Sky Light, and the only one of the kind in this city.  The sky-light is especially designed for Daguerreotyping Large Family Groups, as also Miniatures for handsome Frames, Cases, Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c., &c.

The Rooms having been completed under the supervision of J. G. Case, and fitted up at a great expense, render it the most complete establishment of the kind in the country. 

Additional Attraction!!  Having perfected his arrangements, he is now prepared to take pictures on the highly approved Crayon System, which for beauty and utility is unsurpassed by anything ever before introduced in the art.

N. B.—The prices for the different qualities and sizes of pictures will be found lower than at any Room in this City—and satisfaction warranted.

The public are respectfully invited to call and look at this establishment..

Buswell Block, corner Main and Shetucket sts.

Advertisement was recorded thirty times between September 7, 1853 to October 18, 1854

1854 December 2.  The Connecticut Courant.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  December 2, 1854, Vol. XCI, No. 4689, P. 3.

Premium Gallery of Daguerreotypes, 192½ Main Street.  H. H. Bartlett has associated with him in business J. G, Case, of Norwich, Ct., and continues business at his old and popular stand, which we have refitted making our arrangement in regard to light superior to any in this city.  From our long experience in the Art, (our detestation of  humbuggery) and our indefatigable efforts to please, will with dispatch wait upon all who may favor us with a call.  Stereoscopic, Crayon, and all other styles of Daguerreotypes, taken in the neatest and most durable ,anner.

N. B.—Prices as low as at any room in this city.  Bartlett & Case.

Advertisement ran from December 2, 1854 to November 3, 1855.

1854 December 4.  Hartford Daily Courant.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  December 4, 1854, Vol. XXIII, No. 285, Whole No. 5113, P. 2.

Premium Gallery of Daguerreotypes, 192½ Main Street.  H. H. Bartlett has associated with him in business J. G, Case, of Norwich, Ct., and continues business at his old and popular stand, which we have refitted making our arrangement in regard to light superior to any in this city.  From our long experience in the Art, (our detestation of  humbuggery) and our indefatigable efforts to please, will with dispatch wait upon all who may favor us with a call.  Stereoscopic, Crayon, and all other styles of Daguerreotypes, taken in the neatest and most durable manner. 

N. B.—Prices as low as at any room in this city.  Bartlett & Case.  Hartford, Nov. 27, 1854.

1855 January 27.  Hartford Weekly Times.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  January 27, 1855, Vol. XXXIX, No. 1988, P. 4.

Premium Gallery—of—Daguerreotypes, 192 Main St.  Do You Want A Good Picture—One That Cannot Be Excelled!  Call On The Subscribers, Who Will Spare No Pains To Please. 

Stereoscopic, Crayon And all other styles of Daguerreotypes, taken in the neatest and most durable manner.

N. B.—Prices as low as at any room in this city,  Bartlett & Case.

1855 June 18.  Hartford Daily Courant.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  June 18, 1855, Vol. XIX, No. 149, Whole No. 5264, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—Bartlett & Case, 192 Main street, are taking very superior Daguerreotypes, which they invite the public to call and examine.  Their gallery is open daily, to which they invite visitors.  An examination of their rooms will cost you nothing but time, and in return will afford the pleasure of examining the finest assortment in pictures in the city.  Daguerreotypes taken with all the modern improvements of the art, and warranted to give perfect satisfaction.  N. B.—Prices as low as at any room in this city. 

1855 October 13.  The Connecticut Courant.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  October 13, 1855, Vol. XCII, No. 4734, P. 2.

The State Fair…Class VIII.—Fine Arts.  The North half of this booth is devoted to musical instruments.  There are a number of melodeons, pianos and other instruments, by various makers.

The south half of the building is devoted to pictures, oil paintings, drawings, photographs, daguerreotypes, ambrotypes, &c.  Bartlett & Case, W. H. Chase and C. W. Davis, are prominent exhibitors of daguerreotypes.  N. A. Moore has some very perfect photographs and daguerreotypes.  H. Happen (sic.) [Hooper] of New Haven has a fine show of photographs.  G. N. Gannis of Waterbury, has some colored photographs in oil, splendid pictures, and worthily  sustaining the reputation of Waterbury, in this department of art.

1855 November 3.  The Connecticut Courant.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  November 3, 1855, Vol. XCII, No. 4737, P. 2.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, and Photographs.—Bartlett, Case & Co.., 192½ Main st., having enlarged their premises by the addition of another room with a large sky-light, are now ready to fill orders for Likenesses or Views, promptly, in the highest style of the art, and by all the improved and improving methods, whether by Ambrotypeing, Daguerreotyping or Photographing.—None but the most experienced artists employed.  Please call at our rooms and examine the finest specimens to be found.

Advertisement ran from November 3, 1855 to  July 18, 1857.

1855 December 13.  Religious Herald.  (Hartford, Connecticut.)  December 13, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 50, Whole No. 648, P. 4.

Daguerreotypes.  Bartlett & Case, 192 Main st., are taking very superior Daguerreotypes, which they invite the public to call and examine.

Their Gallery is open daily, to which they invite visitors.  An examination of their rooms will cost you nothing but time, and in return will afford the pleasure of examining the finest assortments of pictures in the city.

Daguerreotypes taken with all the modern improvements of the art, and warranted to give perfect satisfaction.

N.B.—Prices as low as at any room in this city. March 14.

Advertisement was recorded on December 13 & 27, 1855.

1856 February 4.  Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  February 4, 1856, Vol. XXVII, No. 7852, P. 2.

Art Matters.  Mr. Editor:  Having read in your paper a few evenings since, a notice of photographic portraits at Masury, Silsbee & Case’s.  I was induced to visit their gallery, and was much pleased with the specimens there on exhibition. Many familiar faces were hanging on the walls, and the resemblance was most perfect.  These artists have fine portraits of Dr. Dewey, Hon. Edward Everett, Hon. Abbott Lawrence, Mrs. Stowe, Grace Greenwood, Martin F. Tupper, and Edwin Forrest:  their collection includes photographic portraits of most of the clergymen of this vicinity, many of the Boston Physicians, some of the principal theatrical stars, and well known authors and artists.  I was pleased to see this beautiful art brought to such a state of perfection in this country, and am satisfied, from person observation, that no better specimens can be found in Europe.  I was particularly interested in those portraits finished in India ink, and those in colors are equal to the finest paintings on ivory.  Your readers interested in art matters cannot, I am sure, spend an hour more agreeable than in this gallery of photographic portraits.

1856 September 20.  Saturday Evening Gazette.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  September 20, 1856, Quarto Series 38, Whole No. 2342, P. 8.

The Mechanics Fair.  A Second Visit.

…In the daguerreotype department, Messrs. Whipple & Black with their monster photographs, and Messrs. Masury, Silsbee & Case, with their neatly executed specimens, made a fine display; but gentlemen, did you notice little gems from the photographic and fine art Gallery of Mr. Hester, (sic.) Chicago, Ill?  That man is an artist and his gems were admired by all.  We have never seen pictures of that description which please us more…

1856 September 22.  Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  September 22, 1856, Vol. XXVII, No. 8048, P. 2.

The Mechanics Exhibition…The Daguerreotypes, Photographs, and plain and colored pictures in various styles of the art, in the respective apartments of those genuine and popular artists, Messrs. Southworth & Hawes, Whipple & Black, Masury, Silsbee & Case, and M. Ormsbee, are constantly surrounded by an admiring crowd, who are astonished at the highperfection attained in the splendid display of portraits, landscapes, &c., &c., which add so much to the attractionness of the Rotunda.

1856 October 11.  New Hampshire Statesman.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  October 11, 1856, Vol. XXXVI, No. 1845, P. 3.

Masury, Silsbee & Case, Daguerreotype Artists, Photographs, Or Daguerreotypes On Paper Taken in the Highest Perfection of the Art,  Our Rooms are at 299½ Washington Street, and up but one flight of Stairs, Boston.

Advertisement ran five times from October 11 to December 6, 1856.

1856 November 1.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  November 1, 1856 Vol. LXVII, No. 44, P. 3.

Masury, Silsbee & Case, Daguerreotype Artists, Photographs, Or Daguerreotypes On Paper Taken in the Highest Perfection of the Art,  Our Rooms are at 299½ Washington Street, and up but one flight of Stairs, Boston.

Advertisement ran from November 1 to 29, 1856.

1856 November 14.  Republican Journal.  (Belfast, Maine.)  November 14, 1856, Vo. 28, No. 44, Whole No. 1448, P. 4.

Masury, Silsbee & Case, Daguerreotype Artists, Photographs, Or Daguerreotypes On Paper Taken in the Highest Perfection of the Art,  Our Rooms are at 99½ (Sic.) Washington Street, and up but one flight of Stairs, Boston.

1857 March 27.  Ellsworth American.  (Ellsworth, Maine.)  March 27, 1857, Vol. III, No. 9, P. 3.

Photographic Portraits.  Masury, Silsbee & Co. 299½ Washington Street, Boston.  We are prepared to take Photographic Portraits and Miniatures, in all the different styles, and sizes, from the smallest miniature to the size of life, finished in the best manner, in Oil, Pastel, Water and Aquarel Colors.  Persons visiting Boston are invited to visit our Gallery.  S. Masury, G. M. Silsbee.  John G. Case.

Advertisement ran from March 27 to April 17, 1857.

1857 May 9.  The Granite Farmer And Visitor.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  May 9, 1857, Vol. IX, No. 18, P. 2.

Masury, Silsbee & Case, Photographic and Daguerreotype Portraits and Miniatures, 299½ Washington street, Boston. 

Photographs taken at our Gallery, of all sizes, and finished in every variety of style.  We have a new process of making Photographs on canvas, life-size, finished in oil by superior artists, with all the truthfulness of a good daguerreotype.  Photographic copies made from daguerreotypes and finished in Oil, Partel, Aquarel and Water colors.  S. Masury.  G. M. Silsbee.  John G. Case.

Advertisement ran from May 9 to June 6, 1857.

1857 May 14.  Dover Enquirer.  (Dover, New Hampshire.)  May 14, 1857, Vol. XXX, No. 51, P. 3.

Masury, Silsbee & Case, Photographic and Daguerreotype Portraits and Miniatures, 299½ Washington Street, Boston. 

Photographs taken at our Gallery, of all sizes, and finished in every variety of style.  We have a new process of making Photographs on canvas, life-size, finished in oil by superior artists, with all the truthfulness of a good daguerreotype.  Photographic copies made from daguerreotypes and finished in Oil, Partel, Aquarel and Water colors.  S. Masury.  G. M. Silsbee.  John G. Case.

Advertisement ran from May 14 to June 11, 1857.

1857 May 14.  National Eagle.  (Claremont, New Hampshire.)  May 14, 1857, Vol. XXIII, No. 31, P. 3.

Masury, Silsbee & Case, Photographic and Daguerreotype Portraits and Miniatures, 299½ Washington Street, Boston. 

Photographs taken at our Gallery, of all sizes, and finished in every variety of style.  We have a new process of making Photographs on canvas, life-size, finished in oil by superior artists, with all the truthfulness of a good daguerreotype.  Photographic copies made from Daguerreotypes and finished in Oil, Partel, Aquarel and Water colors.  S. Masury.  G. M. Silsbee.  John G. Case.

Advertisement ran from May 14 to June 11, 1857.

1857 May 15.  Vermont State Banner.  (Bennington, Vermont.)  May 15, 1857, Vol. XVII, No. 11, Whole No. 843, P.3.

Masury, Silsbee & Case, Photographic and Daguerreotype Portraits and Miniatures, 299½ Washington Street, Boston. 

Photographs taken at our Gallery, of all sizes, and finished in every variety of style.  We have a new process of making Photographs on canvas, life-size, finished in oil by superior artists, with all the truthfulness of a good daguerreotype.  Photographic copies made from Daguerreotypes and finished in Oil, Partel, Aquarel and Water colors.  S. Masury.  G. M. Silsbee.  John G. Case.

Advertisement ran from May 15 to June 12, 1857.

1857 June 16.  Coos Republican.  (Lancaster, New Hampshire.)  June 16, 1857, Vol. II, No. 28, Whole No. 70, P. 3.

Masury, Silsbee & Case, Photographic and Daguerreotype Portraits and Miniatures, 299½ Washington Street, Boston. 

Photographs taken at our Gallery, of all sizes, and finished in every variety of style.  We have a new process of making Photographs on canvas, life-size, finished in oil by superior artists, with all the truthfulness of a good daguerreotype.  Photographic copies made from Daguerreotypes and finished in Oil, Partel, Aquarel and Water colors.  S. Masury.  G. M. Silsbee.  John G. Case.

Advertisement was recorded on June 16 and July 14, 1857.

1857 August 18.  Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  August 18, 1857, Vol. XXVIII, No. 8375, P. 2.

Photograph of Doesticks.  We are indebted to Masury, Silsbee, & Case for a very excellent photographic portrait of Mortimer Thompson, Esq. of New York, whose Doesticks articles have made him so well known.  It is a beautiful specimen of the art.

1857 August 28.  Boston Daily Evening Transcript.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  August 28, 1857, Vol. XXVIII, No. 8384, P. 2.

Splendid Photograph.  Masury, Silsbee & Case, have sent us a beautiful photographic picture of a group of three noted persons, viz: William Morton, discoverer of the open Polar Sea; James McGarey, second officer of the “Advance,” and the boy “Tom” in Esquimaux costume.  The rifle which McGarey has in his hand, is the identical one which Dr. Kane carried, and the boots which the Esquimaux boy Tom has on, are the ones worn by Dr. Kane.  The rifle in the hands of the boy, is the one which was sent to Dr. Kane by his brother.  The likenesses are excellent, and the whole picture is a fine specimen of the photographic art, every way creditable to the artists.

1859 September 29.  Maine Farmer.  (Augusta, Maine.)  September 29, 1859, Vol. 41, P. 1, 2, & 3,

Maine State Fair.  Fifth Annual Exhibition Of The Maine State Agricultural Society.  The exhibition opened on Tuesday, Sept. 20th…

Picture Gallery.  The Photographic Specimens here, absorb the largest portion of people’s interest—and they constitute certainly, as fine a show in this line as we have ever witnessed.  The exhibition gives evidence that Silsbee (Silsbee & Case) of Boston and the sun (in some instances Silsbee principally, in some the sun under his tutelage) have produced some inimitable likenesses.  But he is an artist by profession, and knows how to do such things without the sun’s aid.

Burnham (Burnham Brothers) of Portland has an admirably worked up, as well as plain collection of photographs here also, which shows the eye and skill of the true artist; and

The numerous works of Messrs. Starbird & Dodge, on exhibition evidence that the people of this region need not go farther than Augusta to get as good a plain photograph as can be obtained anywhere; whilst productions on which the finishing touches of the pencil have been bestowed, demonstrate that money can buy excellence here as well as in Portland, Boston, or New York.

S. W. Sawyer of Winthrop, shows a very large number of excellent photographs, some of which have been finely worked up by Mrs. Lamson, who is evidently a lady of superior skill in such matters.  Mr. S. has also some well executed ambrotypes.

To Mr. S. Wing of Waterville, must be given the palm of producing the largest photographs in the exhibition—and they are at the same time of a high order of excellence.  Mr. S. Wing on exhibition a number of stereoscopes, made, we understand, by himself, highly creditable to his ingenuity and skill.

Fine Arts…best painting in water colors, Mrs. E. E. Lamson, Winthrop, diploma;…best collection of ambrotypes, daguerreotypes, melainotypes, and photographs, S. W. Sawyer, Winthrop, medal; 2d do., Starbird & Dodge, Augusta, diploma;…best mezzotinto and oil colored photographs by an artist in Maine, Burnham & Bros., Portland, diploma; do. do. do. out of Maine, Silsbee & Case, Boston, diploma….   

1859 October 1.  American Traveller.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  October 1, 1859, Vol. XXI, No. 40, P. 1.

Agricultural Maters.  Fifth Annual Fair Of The Main State Agricultural Society.  The fifth annual fair of the Maine State Agricultural Society was held at Augusta last week, commencing on Tuesday, the 20th inst…

The Senate Chamber is used as a picture gallery, and here is a treat for those fond of works of art.  Fine portraits of Rowell Williams and Prof. Cleaveland, of Bowdoin College, are prominent on one side of the room.  They are by Mr. Wright of Boston.  Over the door is a copy of Sully’s portrait of Washington, in Faneuil Hall, and the remainder of the walls are hung with Photographic, daguerrean and ambrotype specimens, of which Burnham Brothers of Portland, and Silsbee, Case & Co., of Boston, have many fine ones.  Throughout the exhibition, the display of colored daguerreotypes, ambrotypes and photographs is especially fine.

1863.  Boston Directory.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  n. p. 

Case & Getchell, Photographic and Daguerreotype Artists.  Photographs of All Sizes.  From Miniature to Life Size, and finished in India Ink, Oil, Water, and Pastile Colors.  Our rooms Are At 299½ Washington Street, …Boston, up one flight of stairs.  J. G. Chase,         W. H. Getchell

N.B.—Duplicate Photographs can be obtained at any time.  Also, we are paying particular attention to the very popular picture “Carte de Visite.”

1864.  Boston Directory.  (Boston, Massachusetts.)  N. P. 

Case & Getchell, Photographic and Daguerreotype Artists.  Photographs of All Sizes.  From Miniature to Life Size, and finished in India Ink, Oil, Water, and Pastile Colors.  Our rooms Are At 299½ Washington Street, …Boston, up one flight of stairs.  J. G. Chase,         W. H. Getchell

N.B.—Duplicate Photographs can be obtained at any time.  Also, we are paying particular attention to the very popular picture “Carte de Visite.”

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

Cartledge, John

Ambrotypes, Photographs, , ,

1856                383 Broadway, New York, New York.

1856 June 17.  The New York Herald.  (New York, New York.)  June 17, 1856, Whole No. 7232, P. 6.

Ladies Wanted.—They Can Have Immediate and consistent employment as agents, in a light and genteel business.  Remuneration good and pay certain.  Apply at John Cartledge & Co.’s photograph and ambrotype gallery, 383 Broadway.

Carpenter, Marion

Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Photographs, , ,

1859                20 West Fifth Street, between Main and Walnut, Cincinnati, Ohio

1859 February 22.  The Daily Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  February 22, 1859, Vol. 1, No. 1, P. 2.

Home Interest…For a nice colored Photograph, at a reduced price, or a fine Melainotype of yourself or friends, go to Carpenter, No. 20 West Fifth street, between Main and Walnut.  Satisfaction always guaranteed.

Advertisement ran from February 22 to March 1, 1859.

1859 May 31.  The Daily Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  May 31, 1859, Vol. 1, No. 85, P. 2.

Home Interest…For One Dollar only, you can get a nice Photograph neatly framed at Carpenter’s No. 20 West Fifth street.

1859 December 7.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 7, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 93, P. 2.

Diaphanotype.—This new style of Picture is destined to supersede all others.  Carpenter’s No. 20 West Fifth-street, is the only establishment in which they can be had.  Drop in and see them, then judge for yourself.

1859 December 9.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 9, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 95, P. 2.

Don’t Delay!—The most artistic, satisfactory and durable Likeness now made, is the Diaphanotype, taken only at Carpenter’s Gallery No. 20 Fifth-street, between Main and Walnut.

1859 December 10.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 10, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 96, P. 3.

Diaphanotypes.—We have seen all styles of pictures in the photographic art, and, we believe, are acquainted with the attractive features of each.  The solograph has its merits, and so, also, the daguerreotype, the melainotype and the ambrotype, but none of them combine so satisfactorily all the requisites of a portrait, with the beauty and finish of a picture, as the diaphanotype, taken only at Carpenter’s gallery, No. 20 West Fifth-street.  They have a number of fine specimens, among them one of Judge Douglas, which should be examined by all lovers of art.

1859 December 12.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 12, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 97, P. 2.

The great defect in Melainotypes, Ambrotypes, &c., is that they too frequently fade.  Carpenter, No. 20 West Fifth-street, has devoted a series of years to remedy this defect, and has at length produced the Diaphanotype, which he warrants to retain its color.

1859 December 14.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 14, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 99, P. 2.

Have You Seen It?—We mean the new style of Picture taken on Glass by Carpenter, at No. 20 West Fifth-street?  The Diaphanotype is very life-like, and must become popular.

1859 December 16.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 16, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 101, P. 2.

Diaphanotypes.—This style of Picture, the most satisfactory yet introduced, is having a big run at Carpenter’s, No. 20 West Fifth-street, between Main and Walnut, north side.

1859 December 21.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 21, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 105, P. 2.

During the holidays, Carpenter, No. 20 West Fifth-street, will be prepared to supply the public with any amount of Diaphanotypes.  These pictures are superior to any other known.  Go and get one.

1859 December 23.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 23, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 107, P. 3.

Diaphanotypes can be had at Carpenter’s Gallery, No. 20 West Fifth-street, at less rates than charged for other pictures.  Those desiring Christmas tokens should by all means go to Carpenters and Procure a Diaphanotype.

1859 December 28.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 28, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 111, P. 3.

Something New.—The new style of Picture just introduced by Carpenter, at No. 20 West Fifth-street, is all the rage.  The Diaphanotype is unequaled for brilliancy and depth of tone.  They make a very suitable holiday present.

1859 December 30.  The Penny Press.  (Cincinnati, Ohio.)  December 30, 1859, Vol. 2, No. 112, P. 2.

No. 20 West Fifth-street.—All husbands who desire to make their wives an acceptable New Years present, should go to Carpenter’s, No. 20 West Fifth-street, and sit for one of his Diaphanotype pictures.  Don’t neglect it.easonable prices.

Carpenter & Swymmer

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , ,

1855                517½ Main Street, between Third and Fourth Streets, Louisville, Kentucky.

1855 May 10.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  May 10, 1855, Vol. XI, No. 229, P. 2.

Something to Think About.  Carpenter, Swymmer & Co. in Louisville again, making No. 1 Daguerreotypes for One Dollar.  They have bought from T. Harris his rooms, 517½ Main street, between Third and Fourth, where they will be ever ready to receive visits from their old customers.  That they can beat all creation in making good pictures is too well known in this city to require further comment.

Their charges in every case will be found moderate, and all work warranted. 

Advertisement ran from May 10 to 27, 1855.

1855 June 9.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  June 9, 1855, Vol. XI, No. 255, P. 2.

Go, with your friends, to Carpenter, Swymmer & Co., when you are in need of Daguerreotypes.  The best place in the city for family groups.

1855 June 18.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  June 18, 1855, Vol. XI, No. 262, P. 2.

Parents, Take Heed.  Twas only yesterday we heard a fond mother express the wish, “If she only had a Daguerreotype of her child,” buried but a few days ago.  Often had she thought of having one made, but neglected it until—too late.  How many more parents are there that think the same, but are putting it off from time to time until they too will find it “too late.”  Carpenter, Swymmer & Co. are noted for taking the best pictures of children in the city.  Room 517½ Main street, between Third and Fourth.                                                                                                

Advertisement ran from June 18 to July 25, 1855.

1855 June 23.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  June 23, 1855, Vol. XI, No. 267, P. 3.

Do you wish to make a good investment?  If so, call on Carpenter, Swymmer & Co., and get one of their superior daguerreotypes.  You will never regret it.  Rooms 517½ Main street, between Third and Fourth.

1855 August 1.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  August 1, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 13, P. 2.

For the People’s Benefit—Daguerreotypes Fifty Cents.  At the Rooms of Carpenter & Swymmer, 517½ Main street, between Third and Fourth, there you can get a true likeness, and the cost is merely nominal.

All sittings are made by the proprietors, and having none but polite and obliging employees, visitors can depend upon being well treated while at their rooms. 

Advertisement ran from August 1 to 27, 1855.

1855 August 28.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  August 28, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 36, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes and Ambrotypes.  Pictures of this description can be had at the rooms of Carpenter & Swymmer, No. 517½  main street, between Third and Fourth.  Their charges are more moderate than at any other like establishment in the city.

All work warranted, and every care taken to give perfect satisfaction.                

Advertisement ran from August 28 to September 7, 1855.

1855 October 23.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  October 23, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 84, P. 2.

What is the Use Of any one paying a high price for an article when the same thing can be had for a less price, and at the same time as good in every respect, ( and better in some), as the high price “article.”  Carpenter & Swymmer make “Ambrotypes” for $2 that will compare with the best in the city.  For brilliance of tone and finish, they are unequalled.  Another great item is, they are put up with only one glass, so that you need not have your pockets double lined to ensure its safety, if you should wish to carry it three squares.  The double glass is of itself nothing; it adds no beauty to the picture—makes it none the less liable to damage, and is only feeble breast work for a week enemy.

Carpenter & Swymmer, Daguerreotypist, 517½ Main street, bet. Third and Fourth.

1855 November 3.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  November 3, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 94, P. 3.

Go to Carpenter & Swymmer for the best Ambrotypes, and Daguerreotypes, Main street, between Third and Fourth.

1855 November 13.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  November 13, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 102, P. 3.

Fine Colored Photographs.  Having secured the services of the most celebrated Photographers in the United States, we are now prepared to furnish these beautiful pictures to all who may furnish us with their orders.  The style of the coloring of our Pictures far surpasses any now made in this city, as there is no one in the city competent to finish Photographs by the same process—it being entirely different from anything heretofore introduced.  All are most cordially invited to call and examine the specimens now on exhibition.

Daguerreotypes Made as usual.  Carpenter & Swymmer, 517½ Main street, bet. Third and Fourth.

1855 November 26.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  November 26, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 113, P. 3.

Our Photographs Defy all Competition.  And, if any one thinks there is humbug in the assertion let them call at our Rooms and examine the specimens on exhibition, and they will be fully satisfied that what we say is correct.  The process by which our Photograph Pictures are made and colored is different from that of other operators, and for this reason we can guarantee finer Portraits than can be had elsewhere.  Carpenter & Swymmer, 517½ Main street, bet. Third and Fourth.

1855 December 1.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  December 1, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 117, P. 4.

The Eighth Wonder of the Age!  Colored Photographic Pictures For Five Dollars!  This day, December 3d, we commence making the finest Colored Photographs for $5.  Having employed two extra painters and Photographers, we are now able to do any amount of work that may be entrusted to our care.  Satisfaction guaranteed in every case,  Instruction in Photographs and Painting.  Daguerreotypes at our usual prices.  Plain Photographs for $3. 

A present of Two Plain Photographs will be made to every person having one colored.  Carpenter & Swymmer, 517½ Main street, bet. Third and Fourth.

1855 December 4.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  December 4, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 119, P. 2.

Every one can now have a fine colored “Photograph” for only five dollars, by calling on Carpenter & Swymmer.  A present of two plain ones is also made to every purchaser.

1855 December 7.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  December 7, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 122, P. 2.

At Carpenter & Swymmer’s, you can get a fine colored Photograph for $5.  Nothing could be ore appropriate for a holiday gift.  A present of two plain ones is also made to each purchaser.

1855 December 29.  Daily Louisville Democrat.  (Louisville, Kentucky.)  December 29, 1855, Vol. XII, No. 140, P. 2.

Swymmer’s Photograph and Daguerrean Gallery, No. 517½ Main st., between Third and Fourth.  All work at this establishment will be executed with care and at reasonable prices.