Tag Archives: Pittsfield Massachusetts

Hull, W. C.

Ambrotypes, ,

1857-1858       West’s Block, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

1857 September 17.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  September 17, 1857, Vol. LVIII, No. 2974, P. 3.

Cheapest Picture Gallery in the World!  25 cent Ambrotypes can be had at Hull’s Photographic Rooms in West’s Block.  His 25 cent Pictures are equal to any made in this place or elsewhere for four times the money.  Call and satisfy yourselves.

Advertisement ran from September 17 to December 3, 1857.

1857 December 17.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  December 17, 1857, Vol. LVIII, No. 2987, P. 3.

Cheap ambrotypes.—25 Cent Pictures at Hull’s Photographic Rooms, West’s Block.  Ambrotypes put up in neat and durable cases, 38 cents.  Fancy cases in proportion.

1858 June 10.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  Jue 10, 1858, Vol. LVIII, No. 3011, P. 3.

25 cent Ambrotypes can be had in West’s Block.  Pictures put up in neat and durable cases, 40 cents.  Fancy Cases in proportion.  W. C. Hull.

Advertisement was recorded from June 3 to July 1, 1858.

Dewey, Rodney H.

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , ,

1851                Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

1854-1855       North Street, Burbank Block, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

1857                Corner North and Fenn Street, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

1859                48 North Street, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.[1]

1860                Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

ca.1860-1870  55 North Street, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

ca.1865-1875 North Street, 55 Francis Block, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

1865-1867       Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

1868-1873       53 North Street, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

1874                Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

1875-1876       53 North Street, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

1877                Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

1851 October 8.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  October 8, 1851, Vol IV, No. 41, P. 2.

Cattle Show & Fair Of The Berkshire Agricultural Society, Held at Pittsfield. Mass., on Wednesday and Thursday, October 1st and 2d, 1851.  Report of Committees, &c….

–and two cases of Daguerreotypes, one by our old friend Buel, taken with all has accustomed clearness, and in a new style, with light background, having a fine effect; and the other by Mr. R. W Dewey, who has but recently arrived among us.—His pictures are very good.

1854 September 19.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  September 19, 1854, Vol VII, No. 37, P. 3.

Special Notice.  Those Pictures and that superior Light, at Dewey’s Burbank Block, North St.

Advertisement was recorded on September 13; October 18; January 3 – December 26, 1855.

1855 October 10.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  October 10, 1855, Vol VIII, No. 41, P. 1 & 2..

45th Anniversary Of The Berkshire County Agricultural Society, Held At Pittsfield, Wednesday , Thursday & Friday, October 3d, 4th and 5th, 1855.  Report of Committees, Premiums, &c…

Second Division.  The Committee on the second division of Household Manufacturers…

To R. H. Dewey of Pittsfield, fine specimens of Ambrotypes  2.00.

1857 May 27.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  May 27, 1857, Vol X, No. 22, P. 3.

R. H. Dewey has fitted up the rooms in the 3d story of Brown’s block, corner North and Fenn st. in a through and most beautiful style, where he will receive his friends and all desiring those unrivaled pictures which he takes, on and after Friday next.

1860 October 11.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  October 11, 1860, Vol. LX, No. 3134, P. 1 & 2.

Berkshire Agricultural Society.  Semi Centennial Anniversary.  Reports of Committees…

Report on the Fine Arts.  Awards.—

To. E. W. Buel of Pittsfield, for a fine display of Photographs, $3…

The Committee notices with pleasure, a very fine display of plain and imperial Photographs, by R. H. Dewey of Pittsfield, and although not entered for premium, think them so well worthy of notice, that they award to R. H. Dewey of Pittsfield,  $3.

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

Buel, Eli W.

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

Ca. 1846                      Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

Ca. 1847                      Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

1849-1855                   Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

1850-1851                   North Street, Opposite the Baptist Church, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

1851-1856                   West’s Block, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.           

1856-1857                   Corner North and Depot Streets, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

1859-1860                   69 North Street corner Depot, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

1865-1868                   Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

Ca.1868-1878             Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.1

1849 October 10.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  October 10, 1849, Vol 2, No. 41, P. 3.

Thirty-Ninth Annual Cattle Show & Fair, Of The Berkshire Agricultural Society.  Held at Pittsfield, Wednesday & Thursday, Oct 3d and 4th, 1849.  Report of Committees, &c…

Premiums Awarded…The Committee was highly gratified by the exhibition of Paintings and specimens of Daguerreotypes, &c.

They awarded to Mr. E. W. Buel of Pittsfield, for specimens of Daguerreotype Likenesses a premium of $2.

To Mr. M. B. Peters of Pittsfield, for specimens of the same.  $1.

1849 December 5.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  December 5, 1849, Vol 2, No. 49, P. 7.

Collegiate Institute, Pittsfield, Mass. 

Rev. Robert C. Wetenhall, Principal, And Instructor in Mathematics and Natural Sciences.

Francis L. Hodges, A. B. Instructor in Ancient Languages.

Col. Asa Barr,  Instructor in Vocal Music with Piano.

E. W. Buel, Instructor in Penmanship.

Albert D. Norton, Superintendent of the Study Hall…

1850 December 25.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  December 25, 1850, Vol III, No. 47, P. 3.

Daguerrian Gallery.  Secure the Shadow ere the substance fade,

Let nature copy that which nature made;

Think not these Portraits, by the sun-light made,

Shades through they are, will like a shadow fade.

No! when the lip of flesh in dust shall lie,

When death’s gray film spreads o’er the beaming

Buell’s life-like pictures, mocking at decay, [eye,

Will still be fresh and vivid as the day.

My Gallery is open from sunrise to sunset, opposite the Baptist Church, North street, where I shall be pleased to see visitors to examine specimens, whether they wish pictures or not.  For portraits of adults by my process, and improved instruments, a cloudy day is quite as favorable as sunshine.

For children, a clear day (between 11 A. M. and 2 P. M.) is preferable.

In dress, Ladies are recommended to wear figured or dark material, avoiding white, light blue or pink; a scarf or shawl gives a pleasing effect to the picture.  For children, plaid, striped or figured dresses; lace-work and ringlets add much to the beauty of the picture.

Portraits, Miniatures and Daguerreotypes Copied.

Views of Buildings and Grounds Taken.

Invalids waited on at their residences, also, likenesses of Deceased Persons Taken.

The proprietor of this Gallery can assure the public that if facilities, skill, and experience are of any avail, he is not behind the time, either in This Country or Europe.

I possess all the latest improvements in the art, Coloring, &c., use none but the Best Material, and give my personal attention to the business.

N. B.  I will furnish a finished Likeness as low as any other establishment in the Country, previous to my removal to my New Rooms In West’s Block.  E. W. Buell.

Advertisement ran from November 20, 1850 to January 15, 1851.

1851 August 13.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  August 13 1851, Vol IV, No. 33, P. 3.

Buel’s Sky-Light Daguerrian Gallery, Wests’ Block,—Pittsfield, Mass.  The public are informed that this elegant Gallery of the Photographic Art, is the only place in Berkshire County where Daguerreotypes of the first class can be obtained.  I will see pictures for less money, (of the same quality,) from this time, than can be had in this State.

In This Establishment Miniatures of all sizes, from those of Finger Rings and Lockets, up to the full size Plates can now be furnished, and will be warranted equal in quality to any which can be made of the same person in New York, Philadelphia, Boston, or any other place.  No Pictures need to be taken unless it gives perfect satisfaction.  The exceeding difficulty in taking the likeness of children is also obviated, and Perfect Pictures can generally be obtained in three seconds.  The [attention] of parents is particularly requested to this fact.

Family Groups And Parties of almost any number can be taken on large plates.

Old Daguerreotypes Copied Accurately.  Miniatures Of Deceased Persons taken at their residence, in or out of town.

Prices Are Reduced to those generally charged for an ordinary article.  The very superior Miniatures at this Gallery are thus placed within the means of all, while an inducement is offered to those already supplied, to have duplicates taken.

Cameras, Plates, Cases, Chemicals and everything used in the Daguerrian line constantly on hand.  Instruction given, with all the latest improvements in the art, on moderate terms.

Advertisement ran from August 13 to September 3, 1851.

1851 October 8.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  October 8, 1851, Vol IV, No. 41, P. 2.

Cattle Show & Fair Of The Berkshire Agricultural Society, Held at Pittsfield. Mass., on Wednesday and Thursday, October 1st and 2d, 1851.  Report of Committees, &c….

–and two cases of Daguerreotypes, one by our old friend Buel, taken with all has accustomed clearness, and in a new style, with light background, having a fine effect; and the other by Mr. R. W Dewey, who has but recently arrived among us.—His pictures are very good.

1854 October 12.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  October 12, 1854, Vol. LV, No. 2821, P. 2.

The “Farmers’ Holiday.”  On Wednesday and Thursday of last week occurred the 44th annual Cattle Show and Fair of the Berkshire Agricultural Society, the first Society of the kind formed in the United States…

The Paintings of Mr. Themman, and the Daguerreotypes of Mr. E. W. Buel and Mr. R. H. Dewey were greatly admired.

1854 November 2.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  November 2, 1854, Vol. LV, No. 2824, P. 3.

Attention, Pittsfield Guard.—There will be a meeting at the Armory on Monday evening, Nov. 6, and as business of importance is to be transacted at that time, it is very necessary that there should be a full attendance.  E. W. Buel, Secretary.

1856 November 27.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  November 27, 1856, Vol. LVII, No. 2932, P. 2.

Sphereotype.—The attention of our readers is invited to the advertisement of Mr. E. W. Buel, who has a new process for taking Pictures on Glass, with all the apparent colors of life itself.—Mr. B. has shown us some Pictures taken by the new process which are exceedingly beautiful and cannot fail to please all who give them an examination.  Go to his rooms and see his specimens.

1856 November 27.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  November 27, 1856, Vol. LVII, No. 2932, P. 3.

Great Excitement In Pittsfield, At Buel’s Daguerreotype, Sphereotype, And Ambrotype Rooms, Over the New York Emporium, corner of North and Depot Streets.

Having Purchased The Exclusive Right to the County for the new process called the Sphereotype, That was Patented by Bisbee & Day, whereby Pictures are taken on Glass with all the apparent colors of life itself, surpassing in beauty and elegance every other style of Picture ever before presented to the public, you are invited to call and examine specimens.

Ambrotypes by a new process equal to any thing in the country.

Daguerreotypes of all sizes, as usual.

Operators in the County can obtain the Sphereotype process and Instruction, by applying to E. W. Buel, Photographer.

Advertisement ran from November 27, 1856 to September 3, 1857.

1857 May 27.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  May 27, 1857, Vol X, No. 22, P. 3.

To Rent.  The well know Daguerrian Rooms in West’s Block, so long occupied by E. W. Buel, with that best sky-light in the country.  John C. West & Bro. Pittsfield, April 21, 1857.

1857 May 27.  Culturist and Gazette.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  May 27, 1857, Vol X, No. 22, P. 4.

Great Excitement In Pittsfield, At Buel’s Daguerreotype, Sphereotype and Ambrotype Rooms, Over the New York Emporium, Corner of North and Depot Street.

Having Purchased for this County the right for the new process called the Sphereotype, that was patented by Blissbee (Sic.) Bisbee & Day, whereby Pictures are taken on Glass With all the apparent colors of life, Itself surpassing in Beauty and Elegance Every Other Style Of Picture ever before presented to the public.  Call And Examine Specimens.

Ambrotypes, By a New Process, equal to anything in the Country.

Daguerreotypes, Of All Sizes, As Usual.

Operators in the Country can obtain the right for the Sphereotype, and instruction, by applying to E. W. Buel, Photographer:  Pittsfield, Dec. 2, 1856.

1857 August 13.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  August 13, 1857, Vol. LVIII, No. 2969, P. 3.

Daguerreian Notice.  S. C. Landon, Would inform the citizens of Pittsfield and vicinity, that he has taken the rooms lately occupied by E. W. Buel, corner of North and Deposit Streets, where he will be prepared to make Photographs, Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, &c., &c.

Conscious of his ability to make as good Pictures as can be produced, he invites Ladies and gentlemen to examine his specimens and judge for themselves.

Rooms will be closed till August 20th.

1856 November 27.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  November 27, 1856, Vol. LVII, No. 2932, P. 3.

The Cattle Show and Fair.  The 48th annual Fair of the Berkshire Agricultural Society was on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday of last week…

The Photographs from the Gallery of Mr. E. W. Buel, which occupied a large space in one corner of the Hall, elicited much commendation for excellence of execution.  Some 20 heads many of our well known citizens were to be seen, including those of the Hon. H. H. Childs, Gov. Briggs, Rev. Dr. Todd, Rev, Brace, Rev. Dr. Humphrey, and Jason Clapp, Esq.  A picture of Mr. Buel himself, the largest picture ever taken in Berkshire by the sun, surmounted the whole.  In addition to the Portraits were large views of the central portion of the village, including the First Congregational and Baptist Churches, the U. S. and Berkshire Hotels, West’s B;ock, Root’s Block, Geer’s Block, and other business localities, and also views of the residences of Wm. Ellery Sedgwick, and of Mrs. Fanny Kemble, in Lenox, the Taconic Mills in Pittsfield, &c. These pictures are now to be seen at the Rooms of Mr. Buel, corner of North and Railroad St. over the Hat Store of Mr. Wm. H. Sloan.

1858 October 14.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  October 14, 1858, Vol. LIX, No. 3030, P. 1 & 2.

Berkshire Agricultural Society.  Annual Fair October 6th, 7th and 8th. Reports of Committees, &C…Premiums awarded…

Report on Agricultural Implements and Mechanical Productions…

For a fine exhibition of Photographic pictures, by E. W. Buel of Pittsfield  $3.

1859 January 27.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  January 27, 1859, Vol. LIX, No. 3045, P. 2.

A large portion of the females, it is said, occupied a part of their leisure in having their pictures taken at the Gallery of Mr. Buel in North Street.  If suspended at the Mill, Mr. Learned and Atkinson will have quite a Gallery of Beauty to exhibit to their friends.

1859.  Pittsfield City Directory.  P. 4.

Outside Views, “Photographs, Daguerreotypes, Ambrotypes, & Melainotypes… 13 Years in the business.”

1859 August 19.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  August 19, 1859, Vol. LX, No. 3074, P. 2.

Daguerrean Gallery.—Mr. E. W. Buel, at the corner of North and Depot Streets, has recently greatly improved the exterior of his premises, and has now one of the most imposing and attractive fronts in our village.

1859 September 29.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  September 29, 1859, Vol. LX, No. 3080, P. 2.

Mr. E. W. Buel, the Photographic Artist, who almost invariably gets up something new and rare in his department for the Agricultural Fair, has some very fine Pictures which will be on exhibition at the Manufacturer’s Hall next week.  The specimens we have seen are of great excellence.

1859 October 6.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  October 6, 1859, Vol. LX, No. 3081, P. 2.

Among the pictures which Mr. E. W. Buel, Photographer, will exhibit at the Agricultural Hall to-day, is one of the Housatonic Engines Co., No. 1, and their machine.  The likeness of the Foreman, Mr. Edwin Clapp, of Wm. H. Teeling, first Assistant, and indeed of all the members, is quite good, and the picture will attract attention.

1859 October 13.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  October 13, 1859, Vol. LX, No. 3082, P. 1.

Cattle Show and Fair at Pittsfield, On Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, October 5th, 6th and 7th, 1859.  Reports…Premiums Awarded

Committee On Fancy Works, &c,…

To E. W. Buel of Pittsfield, for a collection of Photographs, which we have never seen excelled.  $5.

1859 November 24.  The Pittsfield Sun.  (Pittsfield, Massachusetts.)  November 24, 1859, Vol. LX, No. 3088, P. 2.

Buel took a picture of the Western Railroad bridge over the Housatonic, after it fell on Friday, which may be seen at his rooms.

Whelden & Eveleth

Daguerreian Stock and Materials, , , ,

1851                North Street, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

Whelden & Eveleth (Charles M. Whelden & George H. Eveleth) were recorded in two advertisements in the Culturist and Gazette (Pittsfield, Massachusetts).  The first advertisement ran from September 10 to October 22, 1851.  Daguerrian Materials.  Comprising Bromine, Iodine, Chloride of Gold, &c., by Whelden and Eveleth, at the old stand of Peck and Olds.

The second advertisement was recorded on November 5, 1851. Dissolution of Copartnership.  The Co-partnership heretofore existing between Charles M. Whelden and George H. Eveleth, is this day dissolved.  The business hereafter will be conducted in all its branches, (Drugs and Medicines.) by Charles M. Whelden, who, thankful for past favors, solicits a continuance of the same.

All persons are hereby forbid trusting George H. Eveleth, on account of Whelden & Eveleth.  Charles M. Whelden.  Oct. 30, 1851.

Whelden & Eveleth are not recorded in other photographic directories.

M. B. Peters

Daguerreotypes, ,

1848-1849       Goodrichs’ New Block, North Street, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

1849                Francis Block, North Street, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

1849-1851       Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.[1]

M. B. Peters was recorded in six advertisements.  The first advertisement ran from April 26 to September 20, 1848 in the Culturist and Gazette (Pittsfield, Massachusetts).  Pittsfield Daguerrian Gallery, In The Cupola On Goodrichs’ Block, North St.  M. B. Peters, Artist and Wood Engraver.  The advantages of the location and the powerful light obtained in the Cupola, render cloudy weather equally as good for Daguerreotyping as the brightest sunshine.

Children’s Likenesses taken perfectly in four or five seconds.

I boast not of being the principal operator of Plumbe, or any other establishment, neither do I exhibit their specimens as my own; but by the merits of my works I stand or fall, and I will pledge myself that my Daguerreotypes shall be equal, both in life-like expression, depth of tone and durability, to any in the world.

Every picture warranted to give perfect satisfaction or no pay.

I am now finishing and gilding by an entirely new and improved process, (known only to myself) which gives to the Daguerreotype a depth of tone wholly unknown before, and renders it more like a painting on ivory, in colours. 

Daguerreotypes set in frames, cases, lockets, bracelets, pins, rings, &c.  Also, Miniatures, Portraits, Engravings, Views, &c. copied with the utmost accuracy.

N. B.  Persons wishing a through knowledge of the art with all the improvements in Chemicals and in manufacturing the same, will find it to their advantage to give me a call before going elsewhere.  Apparatus furnished as cheap as the cheapest.

M. B. P. is ready to execute all kinds of wood engraving to order.  Also, to plate all kinds of Jewelry, Watch-Cases, &c., &c, with gold or silver, by a process warranted superior to any now in use.  Pittsfield, Jan. 25, 1848.

The second advertisement ran from August 23 to September 13, 1848 in the Berkshire Culturist and Weekly Family Gazette (Pittsfield, Massachusetts).  Now Is The Time!!  Daguerreotypes!  Of the first class, set in neat Morocco Cases, for One Dollar! 

At the Cupola Gallery, on Goodrich’s Block, North Street, Pittsfield.  M. B. Peters, Artist.

N. B.  Every Picture warranted equal to any in the world!

The third advertisement ran from September 20 & 27, 1848 in the Berkshire Culturist and Weekly Family Gazette.  Pittsfield Daguerrian Gallery, In The Cupola On Goodrich’s Block, North St. 

Competition defined—Daguerreotypes for $1.  I am now ready to furnish Daguerreotypes upon the best quality of silver plate, gilded, colored and finished with all the latest improvements, set in a neat and fashionable double embossed case, with metallic or French mattings, as people choose, for One Dollar!  I will pledge myself, that my dollar Miniatures shall be equal to those taken at any other establishment for 2 and 3 dollars, as to material, and second to none in the world, as to depth of tone and style of finish.  Ladies and gentlemen are invited to call and see if these things are so, and not depend upon the word of those who have the greatest reasons imaginable for telling anything but the truth in the matter.  It is a new thing for first class pictures to be sold for one dollar, and of course makes those who want to get $2 and $3 for their Daguerreotypes, use every effort to deceive the people, as to the quality of these dollar miniatures.  Every Daguerreotype warranted, or No Pay.  From the location of my gallery, light, &c. cloudy weather is just as good as the brightest sunshine for daguerreotyping.  M. B. Peters, Artist.

The fourth advertisement ran from October 11, 1848 to March 28, 1849 in the Berkshire Culturist and Weekly Family Gazette.  Pittsfield Daguerrian Gallery, In The Cupola On Goodrich’s Block, North St.  Awarded first premium at the Berkshire Co. Fair, Oct 5th, 1848.

Competition defined—Daguerreotypes for $1.  I am now ready to furnish Daguerreotypes upon the best quality of silver plate, gilded, colored and finished with all the latest improvements, set in a neat and fashionable double embossed case, with metallic or French mattings, as people choose, for One Dollar!  I will pledge myself, that my dollar Miniatures shall be equal to those taken at any other establishment for 2 and 3 dollars, as to material, and second to none in the world, as to depth of tone and style of finish.  Ladies and gentlemen are invited to call and see if these things are so, and not depend upon the word of those who have the greatest reasons imaginable for telling anything but the truth in the matter.  It is a new thing for first class pictures to be sold for one dollar, and of course makes those who want to get $2 and $3 for their Daguerreotypes, use every effort to deceive the people, as to the quality of these dollar miniatures.  Every Daguerreotype warranted, or No Pay.  From the location of my gallery, light, &c. cloudy weather is just as good as the brightest sunshine for daguerreotyping.  37.

Daguerreotypes set in frames, cases, lockets, bracelets, pins, rings, &c.  Also Miniatures, Portraits, Engravings, Views, &c. copied with the utmost accuracy.

N. B.  Persons wishing a through knowledge of the art with all the latest improvements in Chemicals, and in manufacturing the same, will find it to their advantage to give me a call before going elsewhere.  Apparatus furnished as cheap as the cheapest.

M. B. P. is ready to execute all kinds of Wood Engraving to order.  Also, to plate all kinds of Jewelry, Watch Cases, &c. &c. with gold or silver, by a process warranted superior to any now in use.  M. B. Peters, Artist., Pittsfield, Jan. 25, 1848.

The fifth advertisement ran from December 6, 1848 to January 3, 1849 in the Berkshire Culturist and Weekly Family Gazette.  To Daguerrian Artists!  The subscriber would invite the attention of Daguerrian Artists to a New and Improved Gilding for Miniatures, giving to leaden-toned pictures, a beautiful flesh color, or to blue lined a beautiful clear, pearly white.  Price, $1 per pint bottle.

Also, on hand and for sale, a new article of quick stuff, warranted superior to any now in market.  Persons wishing to give the above Chemicals a trial, may call of send for them, and if they are not as recommended, the money will be refunded.  M. B. Peters, Daguerrian Artist.

The sixth advertisement ran from April 4 to December 19, 1849 in the Berkshire Culturist and Weekly Family Gazette.  New Daguerrian & Dental Hall!  M. B. Peters, Daguerrian Artist & Wood Engraver.  M. C. Belding, Surgeon and Medical Dentist.  Francis Block, North Street, (Entrance, First Door Up Stairs.)

The subscribers would announce to the People! That they have fitted up a complete suite of rooms for the purpose of carrying on Daguerreotyping and Dentistry in all its branches—and from the experience they have in their possession, they feel confident in saying their work shall not be excelled by any.

All work warranted as recommended.

Dental charges reasonable as at other offices.

Daguerreotypes taken in all weather, and prices lower than at any other establishment in the United States.

Miniatures set in cases, frames, lockets, pins, rings &c., &c.

Also, Portraits, prints, views, miniatures &c., copied with accuracy.

All materials used in Daguerreotyping for sale cheap.

Instruction in the art carefully given.  Apparatus, &c., furnished cheaper than the cheapest,

Wood Engraving and Gold and Silver Plating done to order.

M. B. Peters is recorded in other photographic directories as being active Pittsfield, Massachusetts from 1849-1851.

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

J. W. Hirst

Daguerreotypes, ,

1850-1851       Francis Block, North Street, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

1852-1853       Address Unknown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.[1]

J. W. Hirst was recorded in two advertisements and one announcement in the Culturist and Gazette (Pittsfield, Massachusetts) a second announcement appeared in the Daily Republican  (Springfield, Massachusetts) which is a reprint of the C. & G announcement.  The first advertisement ran from October 9 to December 25, 1850.  Daguerrian Hall.  Daguerreotypes With all the latest improvements in Finishing and Gilding, taken at the rooms of J. W. Hirst, Francis Block, North Street, Pittsfield.

Miniatures set in Lockets, Frames Rings Pins, &c.  Watches, Jewelry, &c., plated with Gold and Silver by the Electro process.

Clocks & Musical Instruments Carefully repaired and warranted to give satisfaction, Umbrellas and Parasols made and repaired.

The second advertisement ran from December 25, 1850 to March 12, 1851.  Hirst’s Sky-Light Daguerreotype Rooms, Francis Block, North-st., Pittsfield.  Up One Flight Of Stairs Only.

Miss. Hirst Tenders her compliments to the citizens of Pittsfield, and vicinity, for the very liberal patronage so kindly bestowed upon her during her practice of the above profession, and would inform her friends and the public generally, that she has added to her rooms a very large Sky-Light, and that they will find her in readiness at all times, and in any weather, to wait on Ladies and gratify their desire to obtain true and pleasing Likenesses of themselves or acquaintances, or Copies Of Portraits, Daguerreotypes, &c., in the shortest space of time requisite, and respectfully solicits, a continuance of like favors.

Miniatures ut up in all the various styles, from the cheap Morocco to the richest and most magnificent Token.

Mr. Hirst will also be in attendance to wait upon gentlemen.

As we are not in the habit of making boasting or flattering speeches about what we can do, we respectfully invite all ladies and gentlemen to call and make a trial and satisfy themselves, and if not pleased no charge is made.

Clocks, Locks, Umbrellas, Parasols, Fans, Musical Snuff Boxes, Accordions, Musical Instruments, &c., carefully repaired.  Also Galvanizing with Gold & Silver,  By the Electro-Process, Done in the best manner and warranted to give satisfaction, by J. W. Hirst. 

The first announcement appeared on March 19, 1851.  A Hard Knot.—Mr. Hirst, Daguerrian Artist, of this village, showed us a few days since, a steel rat-trap, which had been sprung by pressing a stick some five inches long upon the pan, the stick remaining between the jaws of the trap.—It seems that a gentleman rat has very unceremoniously visited his rooms quite frequently of late, but has eluded ever attempt to be decoyed into the “tub of meal.”  The trap has been set for him several nights in succession, but each morning finds the trap sprung with some stick or other hard substance fastened in it, and his Ratship as free as ever.  Mr. H. says the trap is set in the room where no person enters during the night, and in such a position that the rat must pass through it to enter the room.

The second announcement was reprinted on March 24, 1851.  A Hard Knot.—Mr. Hirst, Daguerrian Artist, of this village, showed us a few days since, a steel rat-trap, which had been sprung by pressing a stick some five inches long upon the pan, the stick remaining between the jaws of the trap.—It seems that a gentleman rat has very uncermoniously visited his rooms quite frequently of late, but has eluded ever attempt to be decoyed into the “tub of meal.”  The trap has been set for him several nights in succession, but each morning finds the trap sprung with some stick or other hard substance fastened in it, and his Ratship as free as ever.  Mr. H. says the trap is set in the room where no person enters during the night, and in such a position that the rat must pass through it to enter the room.—Pittsfield Culturist.

J. W. Hirst is recorded in other photographic directories.  Craig’s Daguerreian Registry records him as being active in 1852.

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

J. F. Brown

Daguerreotypes, ,

1855                West’s Block, Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

J. F. Brown was recorded in one advertisement that ran from March 7 to December 26, 1855 in the Culturist and Gazette (Pittsfield, Massachusetts).  J. F. Brown Daguerrean Artist, West’s Block, Pittsfield, Mass.  None but the very best quality of daguerreotypes are sold by him.  His prices are as low as choice work can possibly be afforded.  Perfect satisfaction or no sale is his motto.

Daguerreotypes and Portraits accurately copied.

Advertisement ran from March 7 to December 26, 1855.

J. F. Brown is not recorded in other photographic directories.