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Ham, Francis W.

Daguerreotypes, ,

1848                Congress Hall,—Congress Street, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1848                S. Ham’s Building, opposite Mansion House, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1849                23 Congress Street, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1848 March 4.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  March 4, 1848, Vol. LIX, No. 10, P. 3.

Ham’s Daguerrian Gallery of Beautiful Colored Photographs, At Congress Hall,—Congress street.  Francis W. Ham respectfully informs the ladies and gentlemen of Portsmouth and vicinity that he has taken rooms formerly occupied by J. P. Plumer, is prepared to take likenesses in a few seconds with the greatest ease and comfort to the sitter, retaining a perfect natural expression.

Pictures will in all cases be gilded and warranted to be durable.  They will not fade either by time or exposure.  Being put up securely, they may be sent to distant parts of the country or across the ocean, and will not be effected by the sea air.  The perfection which has been attained in this art enables the proprietor to produce perfect likenesses of childrenas well as adults in an exceedingly short space of time.

Miniatures taken separately or in groups of any number, and neatly set in frames, morocco cases, lockets, breast pins or rings, as may be desired.  Likenesses of deceased persons also taken.  Portraits and miniatures faithfully copied.  A good assortment of gold and plated Lockets constantly on hand.

Instructions, embracing all the recent improvements in the art, given, and apparatus furnished to pupils on the most favorable terms.

Advertisement ran from March 8 to May 20, 1848.

1848 May 24.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  May 24, 1848, Vol. LIX, No. Extra, P. 3.

Ham’s Daguerrian Gallery Of Beautiful Colored Photographs, At Congress Hall,—Congress street

Advertisement ran from May 24 to December 28, 1848.

1849 January 13.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  January 13, 1849, Vol. LX, No. 2, P. 3.

“Come, sit thee down!”  In F. W. Ham’s New Daguerreotype Room, No. 23 Congress Street, (directly opposite the Mansion House,) and be furnished with a perfect picture of yourself.  He can assure all who may favor him with their patronage that this Peculiar Process and Lights, (both North and South,) are fully equal to any other, and pronounced by good operators to be first rate.

One Dollar Only will be charged for the best pictures in silk cases.  Other prices according to the quality of the cases, locket or frame.

Pictures of Children or Invalids taken by a very quick process peculiar to this establishment.

All are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens after looking elsewhere.

N. B.  All the specimens exhibited at the above room were executed by the subscriber.  Francis W. Ham.  No. 23 Congress Street.

Advertisement ran from January 13 to 27, 1849.

1849 January 13.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  January 13, 1849, Vol. LX, No. 2, P. 3.

Ham’s Daguerrian Gallery, Removed from Congress Hall to S. Ham’s Building, opposite the Mansion House.

Please call and examine Specimens.

Advertisement ran from January 13 to July 7, 1849.

Gregory, Albert

Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , , , ,

1845                Room No. 11 Town Building, Dover, New Hampshire.

1845                8 Congress Street, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1845                25½ Market Street, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1849-1850       Market Street, Cheever’s Block, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1851                33 Congress Street, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1851-1857       8 Congress Street, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1856-1865       33 Congress Street, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1845 June 24.  Dover Enquire.  (Dover, New Hampshire.)  June 24, 1845, Vol. XIX, No. 3, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  Now is the time to secure the most valuable of all Mementoes.  The subscriber is prepared to take Likenesses by the above beautiful process, correctly, with or without colors, in all kinds of weather, at the very pleasant Room No. 11, in the town Building, where he would be happy to have the Ladies and Gentlemen of Dover and vicinity call and examine specimens, whether they contemplate sitting for their pictures or not.  Visitors will receive all due attention by the subscriber, who flatters himself that he is enabled to please the most fastidious, as his terms are reasonable ad perfect satisfaction warranted.  A. Gregory.

1845 July 29.  New Hampshire Gazette.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  July 29, 1845, Vol. XCI, No. 30, P. 3. 

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  “Now is the time to secure a valuable Memento.”  The subscriber has fitted up a room in Gray’s new building, No. 8 Congress Street, for the purpose of taking Likenesses by the above beautiful process, in the latest style, with or without colors, in clear or cloudy weather.

Having been in the instruction of eminent Artists, he flatters himself he can please the most fastidious.

The Ladies and Gentlemen of Portsmouth and vicinity are respectfully invited to visit his room and examine specimens, whether they contemplate sitting for their pictures or not.

Terms reasonable, and varying where several members of the family are taken.  Correct Likenesses warranted.

Rooms open from 8 A. M. until 5 P. M.  A. Gregory

Advertisement ran from July 29 to November 11, 1845.

1845 August 9.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New

Hampshire.)  August 9, 1845, Vol. LVI, No. 32, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  “Now is the time to secure a valuable Memento.”  The subscriber has fitted up a room in Gray’s new building, No. 8 Congress Street, for the purpose of taking Likenesses by the above beautiful process, in the latest style, with or without colors, in clear or cloudy weather.

Having been in the instruction of eminent Artists, he flatters himself he can please the most fastidious.

The Ladies and Gentlemen of Portsmouth and vicinity are respectfully invited to visit his room and examine specimens, whether they contemplate sitting for their pictures or not.

Terms reasonable, and varying where several members of the family are taken.  Correct Likenesses warranted.

Rooms open from 8 A. M. until 5 P. M.  A. Gregory

Advertisement ran seven times between August 9 to October 4, 1845.

1845 November 1.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New

Hampshire.)  November 1, 1845, Vol. LVI, No. 44, P. 3.

Cameras For Sale.  Three of the above instruments, for sale very cheap,  and warranted, together with or without Instructions.

Likenesses taken as usual.  A. Gregory, Daguerreotypist.

Advertisement ran from November 1 to 22, 1845.

1845 November 29.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New

Hampshire.)  November 29, 1845, Vol. LVI, No. 48, P. 3.

Washington Hall, No. 25½ Market street.  A. Gregory has removed his Apparatus to the above commodious room, to enable him to operate to the best possible advantage—and is now taking superior Daguerreotype Likenesses.  The public are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens.

He has for sale several Cameras, perfect instruments, either with or without Instruction and Apparatus,

The above beautiful Hall, will be let, for evening parties, &c. at a low rate.  Enquire as above.

Advertisement ran from November 29 to December 20, 1845.

1849 February 3.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  February 3, 1849, Vol. LX, No. 5, P. 3.

Daguerrean Rooms, Old Stand, Cheever’s Block, Market Street, By A. Gregory,—where Likenesses of the first quality can be had, as prices as low as at any other establishment in town, and perfect satisfaction given

The public are respectfully Invited to examine specimens as above. 

Advertisement ran from, February 3 to 17, 1849.

1849 December 5.  New Hampshire Gazette.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  December 5, 1849, Vol. XCV, No. 49, P. 3. 

It Is A Mistake That Gregory has gone to California; he is still at his Daguerrean Rooms in Cheever’s Block, Market street. (Old Stand,) where he would be happy to execute a hundred thousand more Likenesses before he goes.

Advertisement ran from December 5, 1849 to March 19, 1850.

1850 January 2.  New Hampshire Gazette.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  January 2, 1850, Vol. XCVI, No. 1, P. 3. 

Daguerreotypes.  The subscriber without attempting to forestall the opinion of a discerning public, would respectfully call attention to the fact that during the Five Years constant practice he has had in the Daguerreotype Art, he has availed himself of such knowledge and improvements therein as to enable him to execute and warrant as good Likenesses as can be obtained elsewhere, and while expressing his thanks for the very liberal patronage he has received during the year and a half he has operated in this city, he solicits a continuance of the same at his room, Cheever’s Block, Market street.  A. Gregory.

Advertisement ran from January 2 to July 2, 1850.

1851 February 22.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  February 22, 1851 Vol. LXII, No. 8, P. 3.

Gregory’s Daguerreotype Room, No. 33 Congress St. Opposite City Hotel Mr. Gregory is permanently located as above, having a pleasant Room—with an excellent Sky-Light, combined with a Side Light, by which he operates, and continues to execute as fine Pictures and perfect Likenesses, not withstanding all the attempts to disparage his work as can be obtained elsewhere.

Having been long in the practice, and being a lover of this truly beautiful art, which has been aptly termed Photography, or the “Art Of Light,” the value of which has hardly begun to be appreciated, he feels a double interest in obtaining the finest results and having every one pleased who may favor him with their patronage.

Likenesses taken, of all sizes, and neatly set I Cases, Frames, Lockets, &c., of various styles and qualities, which he which he keeps on hand.  The public are respectfully requested to call as above and examine his work.

Advertisement ran from February 22 to April 12, 1851.

1851 February 25.  New Hampshire Gazette.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  February 25, 1851, Vol. XCVII, No. 9, P. 3. 

Gregory’s Daguerreotype Room, No. 33 Congress St. Opposite City Hotel Mr. Gregory is permanently located as above, having a pleasant Room—with an excellent Sky-Light, combined with a Side Light, by which he operates, and continues to execute as fine Pictures and perfect Likenesses, not withstanding all the attempts to disparage his work as can be obtained elsewhere.

Having been long in the practice, and being a lover of this truly beautiful art, which has been aptly termed Photography, or the “Art Of Light,” the value of which has hardly begun to be appreciated, he feels a double interest in obtaining the finest results and having every one pleased who may favor him with their patronage.

Likenesses taken, of all sizes, and neatly set I Cases, Frames, Lockets, &c., of various styles and qualities, which he which he keeps on hand.  The public are respectfully requested to call as above and examine his work.

Advertisement ran from February 25 to April 1, 1851.

1854 January 28.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  January 28, 1854 Vol. LXV, No. 4, P. 2.

The Stereoscope.  [It] has sometimes been known to our citizens, that our ingenious townsman, Mr. Dominick Peduxxi, has, after much careful experiment, made in conjunction with Mr. Albert Gregory, one of our intelligent daguerreotype artists, discovered the exact method of taking daguerreotype portraits for the stereoscope.  The few pictures he has exhibited have excited great admiration.  The flat and changeable surface of the daguerreotype, by this arrangement assumes the appearance of most exquisite statuary.  Nothing in painting or engraving is capable of producing such a result.

The whole art, tho’ not quite new, is of so recent discovery, that it may be necessary for us to explain the principle which the stereoscope involves.  Every person, who reflects on the subject, will perceive that when we look at an object with both eyes, we see two different pictures of it.  One eye sees a little more of the right side of the object, the other eye sees a little more of the left.—The image formed in each eye are as different as the aspects of the object would be, if we were to close one eye and with the other look at the object successively from two points, one of which shall be almost two and a half inches to the right of the other.  It is this double union, by which we partly look round the object, which principally gives us the idea of prominence or solidity in what we see; which enables us readily to distinguish between a real projecting body and a flat picture.  Now it is apparent that if to pictures of any body could be painted, one of which should exactly represent the picture seen by the right eye, and the other the picture of the same body as seen at the same time by the left eye; and both pictures, placed side by side , could be seen at once and as one, by aid of a pair of lenses or otherwise, the picture would produce the same imprehension (sic.) upon the sight, as the solid object itself.  Painting can never be executed exactly enough to produce this effect; but two pictures may be taken by the camera or daguerreotype process, which will very perfectly accomplish it.  The published methods of doing this, however, are far from being correct, and the results which they produce are very imperfect.

–Mr. Peruxxi has very ingeniously discovered the true method, and his pictures are, as we have said singularly beautiful.

We are induced to notice this discovery of our townsman, at the present time, by observing in the Boston Evening Traveller, an advertisement of Southworth & Hawes, in which they claim the discovery as their own, and offer a reward for the apprehension of Mr. Peduzzi as an Imposter!  It is possible that these modest gentlemen may have made them same discovery, but they really arrogate too much to themselves when they undertake to claim the sole proprietorship of it.  The discovery, being of a principle only is probably not patentable; certainly the principle, and to some extent, its exact application has been too long and too publicly known, for any person now to set up any exclusive right in it.

We leave Mr. Peduxxi to seek the legal redress to which he is entitled, and which we understand he proposes to claim, for the libels upon him; but we hope the public will not suffer itself to be imposed upon, by the arrogance of any pretenders whatever.  The new art is very beautiful in its results, and we hope it will at once come into general use.  We are sure our townsman can suffer nothing from the unjust and selfish attacks made upon him, but will ultimately derive credit, and we hope profit for his ingenuity.

1855 June 16.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  June 16, 1855 Vol. LXVI, No. 24, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. M The place to obtain superior Daguerreotypes is at Gregory’s Emporium Of Art, Congress Street.  Abundant evidence of his skill may be seen as above, together with Stereoscopic Pictures.

Mr. G. is joint discoverer of a system of making these Gems correctly, and was awarded a diploma at the last N. H. State Fair.  Opposite City Hotel.

Advertisement ran from June 16 to May 31, 1856.

1855 July 25.  Farmers Museum.  (Keene, New Hampshire.)  July 25, 1855, Vol. XXI, No. 51, P. 3.

Ned Buntline, the leader par excellence of the K. N. Party, left this city recently, after having lectured to the faithful m on the rising glories of Hindoosim, (sic.) forgetting to settle his small bill at the hotel where he put up.  He also borrowed of Mr. Gregory, Daguerrean artist, a fine stereoscopic daguerreotype of himself in his regimentals, taken by Mr. G. a year ago, promising upon his honor to return it immediately, but has not been heard from since…Portsmouth Gazette.

1856 April 26.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  April 26, 1856 Vol. LXVII, No. 17, P. 3.

New And Interesting About Daguerreotypes.  A. Gregory respectfully returns his acknowledgements to his patrons for their appreciation of good work, and is happy to announce that he has recently enlarged and refurnished his pleasant and well known establishment, No. 33 Congress Street, for the further comfort of customers—likewise to introduce  to notice [I hope] splendid new kind of Pictures On Glass, which are fast coming into vogue.  These pictures possess several valuable qualities which highly recommend them to favor, being much prized wherever they have been introduced.  They are not reversed, avoiding the double reflection of pictures on plates, as they can be seen in any light, and are made permanent enameling nearly as hard as the glass itself, rendering them even more durable than the old kind.

Mr. G. keeps a splendid assortment of Fancy Cases of rich styles, together with plain kinds at reasonable prices, including the all important requisite of a superior Likeness, which his long practice enables him to give.

Strangers in Portsmouth as well as all others, willobserve the right place to get the full worth of their money.

Specimens of the various kinds of pictures on exhibition which all interested are invited to examine.

Advertisement ran from April 26 to June 14, 1856.

1856 June 21.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  June 21, 1856 Vol. LXVII, No. 25, P. 2.

Heilotypes or Ambrotypes.  No. 33 and 35 Congress St.  A. Gregory has just purchased a Large Double size Cameras, larger than any any ever before used in Portsmouth, and also obtained the best method of making pictures on Glass, and which is known only to a few, so that he ran large pictures, Family, Groups and infant more perfect than ever.

N. B.—These pictures are warranted not to fade or change in any climate.

Advertisement ran from June 21 to May 23, 1857.

1857 May 30.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  May 30, 1857 Vol. LXVIII, No. 22, P. 3.

A. Gregory, Ambrotype & Photographer, No. 33 Congress St.  The Pioneer of the above branches of business in Portsmouth.  His Ambrotypes are now too well known to require an extensive notice, and he would call especial attention to his Photographs, which he is daily executing in a superior style, finished either plain or in Water or Oil colors, rendering these beautiful and desirable Likenesses specimens of which he will be happy at all times to exhibit, together with much information that cannot well be condensed in an advertisement.

Advertisement ran from May 30 to  July 11, 1857.

1857 October 12.  Exeter News-Letter And Rockingham Adviser.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  October 12, 1857, Vol. XXVII, No. 28, P. 1,

From the Portsmouth Chronicle.  Rockingham Fair…In addition to the foregoing meagre premiums, the Committee would do injustice to their own feelings, did they not a least make honorable mention of a few among the numerous articles of taste and beauty with which Congress Hall abounded…

Life-like photographs in oil by Albert Gregory…

1859 April 30.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  April 30, 1859 Vol. LXX, No. 18, P. 2.

Stereoscopes—Mr. Gregory has made some beautiful Stereoscopic pictures of home scenes, which are well worth examining.  What more beautiful remembrance of home to one far away, than to have a good picture of valued localities standing out in true proportions before the eye.

1859 April 30.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  April 30, 1859, Vol. LXX, No. 18, P. 3.

New Stereoscopes.  Home scenes.  Everybody is familiar nowadays with the foreign Stereoscope, and in raptures with their beauty.—But the subscriber has by dint of great perseverance and expense obtained a splendid instrument and apparatus for the production of these enchanting pictures in all their natural glory, and is prepared to take Fireside scenes of the Family circle, Views of Buildings, Landscapes &c. &c. to order—and pictures for sale on favorable terms, at No. 33 Congress Street.  A. Gregory.

Advertisement ran from April 30, 1859 to July 21, 1860.

1860 July 7.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  July 7, 1860,  Vol. LXXI, No. 27, P. 3.

Photographs, Ambrotypes.  Mr. A. Gregory, in returning his sincere thanks to his patrons, would respectfully inform them with the public generally, that he has just refitted in a neat style his Gallery, No. 33 Congress Street, where he would be happy to receive a continuation of patronage in all the various branches of the Photographic Art.  Fifteen years of practice (Ten of them at the above stand) and a superior Light and Instruments leave him to believe a discerning public can see the difference between molasses and water pictures, and the good work which he is executing at the lowest prices.

Advertisement was recorded from July 7 to October 13, 1860.

1860 July 14.  The New Hampshire Gazette.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  July 14, 1860,  Vol. 106, No. 28, P. 3.

An Old Artist in a New Room.  No 23 Congress Street.  Ambrotypes & Photographs Unequalled for quality and cheapness, at the above place because Mr. A. Gregory, the Proprietor, is an old Artist of Fifteen Years experience; and with his superior Light and Instruments, his work excels—yes, and excels in Cheapness too.  Those interested are respectfully invited to call before having work done.

Advertisement was recorded nine times between July 14 to September 15, 1860.

1862 July 19.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  July 19, 1862,  Vol. LXXII, No. 29, P. 3.

Elegant Photographs.—Mr. Gregory is very successful, and displays as handsome specimens of the art as can be found in any album.  Cast your eye over the cards at his door, and then see if he cannot put you in as clear and truthfully positions.

1865 December 23.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  December 23, 1865,  Vol. LXXV, No. 51, P. 3.

Albatypes.  Photographs.  Ambrotypes.  We wish to call the attention of the public to the new Porcelain or Opal Glass Pictures, Specimens of which are now on exhibition at our Rooms.  For softness and delicacy of tone and outline, they are unrivalled, being unlike anything ever before offered.  Call and see,

Photographs.  We challenge comparison with the best Artists in the country in making all kinds of Photographic Pictures.

We are prepared to execute all kinds of work and Guarantee Satisfaction.

Ambrotypes of all kinds taken at reasonable prices.

We have taken the Rooms No. 33 Congress street, (recently occupied by Mr. Gregory,) and intend to keep them open for the present, for the making of little Gem Photographs, or Tintypes, never before offered in Portsmouth, and also, all kinds of Photographic Work that may offer.

Stereoscopic Views.  A fine lot for sale, including views of Portsmouth and Vicinity, Navy Yard, &c. 

Also Oval Frames of all sizes for framing Photographs and other Pictures.

Stereoscopes, Photograph and Tintype Albums, Cases of every style, and every thing connected with our business for sale on reasonable terms.  Davis Brothers, 17 Pleasant Street, Portsmouth, N. H.

1866 January 20.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  January 20, 1866,  Vol. LXXVI, No. 3, P. 3.

New Store.  New Goods.  Mr. A. Gregory.  Having relinquished the Photograph Business, respectfully inform The Ladies of  Portsmouth and vicinity, that he has opened the Store in Pierce’s New Block, Congress Street, For Ladies Trimming Goods and Small Wares, Together with a variety of Fancy Articles, &c., &c.

A beautiful Assortment of which Mr.  G. has just selected and will be happy to wait on Customers with, as above.  And gratefully acknowledging the favorable patronage heretofore received, invites a continuance of the same, hoping by continued exertions in the selection of Choice Goods, and selling at Low Prices, to merit a liberal share of patronage.

Ellsworth, Mr.

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1841                Corner of State & Pleasant Streets, over Union Bank, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1841 September 11.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New

Hampshire.)  September 11, 1841, Vol. LII, No. 37, P. 2.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.—Mr. Ellsworth shows some very good specimens of his skill, at his

Room.  Miniatures taken by this process cannot be flattered in the least—every delineation is

true to nature.  The discovery of this wonderful and curious art has answered to the letter, so far

as the outer man is concerned, the wish expressed by Burns:

“O that the gift dame nature ‘d gie us,

“To see ourselves as others see us.”

1841 September 11.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New

Hampshire.)  September 11, 1841, Vol. LII, No. 37, P. 3.

Daguerreotype.—Miniature Portraits, taken with infallible accuracy, by the improved apparatus

of Mr. Ellsworth from New York, at the room over the New Hampshire Union Bank—corner of

State and Pleasant streets—for a few days only, from 10 to 5 o’clock.

Price $3.00 to $5.00.

Specimens may be seen at the room, where the public are invited to call.

Advertisement ran from September 11 to October 16, 1841.

Davis, Lewis Gilman

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1856-1859       8 Daniel Street, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1859                40 Water Street, Exeter, New Hampshire.

1856 November 8.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  November 8, 1856 Vol. LXVII, No. 45, P. 3.

Pictures for the Million!  Thanksgiving, Christmas And New Year’s Presents.  L. Gilman Davis, No. 8 Daniel Street, Portsmouth, Furnishes Ambrotypes and Daguerreotype Likenesses, made in the best possible manner, at a less price than any other artist east of Boston. 

As the season is approaching when souvenirs, presents, &c. are given and exchanged, we would remind those who follow this time-honored custom, that nothing is more appropriate or more valued by friends than one of these Gems of Art.

Rooms open at all hours of the day.

Daguerreotypes, Paintings, &c. copied at short notice, in the most perfect manner.

Advertisement ran from November 8, 1856 to January 17, 1857.

1857 May 23.  The Portsmouth Journal Of Literature & Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  May 23, 1857, Vol. LXVIII, No. 21, P. 3.

Reopened.  The long established and popular Daguerrean Gallery at No. 8 Daniel Street, having been thoroughly refitted, will be reopened for the reception of visitors, on Monday, May 26, with superior facilities than ever before for making all kinds of Pictures.

Ambrotypes as near perfect as a Picture can be; finished in the best style and warranted.

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, &c. unrivaled in their beauty of finish and life-like truthfulness, will be made for the lowest possible price.

Please call and examine specimens.

Advertisement ran from May 23 to August 22, 1857.

1858 July 26.  Exeter News Letter and Rockingham Advertiser.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  July 26, 1858, Vol. XXVIII, No. 17, P. 3.

Photographs & Ambrotypes The Davis Brothers having opened a first Class Photograph Gallery at No. 8, Daniel Street, are prepared to execute all kinds of Photographic Pictures in a style that cannot be excelled in this country.  Photographs life size colored or plain, made from old Daguerreotypes of any size.  Having also the Patent Ambrotype Right, particular attention will be made to this branch of the business, and every variety of Cases kept for sale.

We have the best Instrument to be procured and facilities for the prosecution of our business such as cannot be enjoyed by travelling or country artists.

Davis Brothers, No. 8 Daniel Street, Portsmouth, N. H.

Advertisement ran from July 26, 1858 to January 31, 1859

1858 August 7.  The Portsmouth Journal Of Literature & Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  August 7, 1858, Vol. LXIX, No. 32, P. 3.

Photographs.  We are now prepared to execute these Pictures in a style rarely equaled and never excelled in this country.

Life size Pictures taken in oil or water colors.—Pictures of any required size copied from old Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypes.

These Pictures are made by an entirely new process and when finished resembles a fine steel engraving.—The muddy and spotted appearance so often noticed in the Photograph is entirely avoided.

Particular attention paid to Ambrotyping , and all work warranted.  Davis Brothers.  No. 3 Daniel Street, Portsmouth.

Advertisement ran from August 7, 1858 to December 17, 1859.

1859 January 31.  Exeter News Letter and Rockingham Advertiser.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  January 31, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 44, P. 3.

Photographs.  Mr. Chas. Davis, of the firm of Davis Bro’s, would inform the citizens of Exeter and vicinity that he has taken rooms at No. 40 Water St., over the store of John L. Lovering, where he is prepared to execute all kinds of Photographic Pictures, in a manner which cannot be surpassed.  Photographs taken of any required size, and colored in oil or water colors.  Ambrotypes, Malenatypes and every other invented picture, made and warranted, at fair prices.

Particular attention paid to copying old Daguerreotypes.  And those having pictures of deceased friends, he would say that, you can have a nice large Photograph, suitable for Framing, taken from the smallest Daguerreotype.  Also, Particular attention paid to Photographing Residences, &c

Every variety of Cases and Frames constantly on hand and for sale cheap.

The public are generally invited to call and examine Specimens.  Remember the No. 40 Water Street, Exeter, N. H.

Advertisement ran from January 31 to December 26, 1859.

1859 October 3.  Exeter News Letter and Rockingham Advertiser.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  October 3, 1859, Vol. XXIX, No. 27, P. 2. & 3.

The Rockingham Fair…Entries in Town Hall.  Needle Work And Fancy Articles…T. E. Boutelle, Exeter, display of photographs and ambrotypes….Davis Brothers, ambrotypes and Photographs.  Premiums On Fancy Articles…Photographs  Davis & Brothers, Exeter, Ambrotypes,  1.00.

The Committee on Needle Work and Miscellaneous articles, have attended to the duty assigned them and report that they have awarded all the money allowed them, but have obliged to pass by a part of the contributions worthy on notice.  Among many others, we especially remember the following…T. E. Boutelle, display of Photographs and Ambrotypes…

Davis, Charles

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1857-1859       8 Daniel Street, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1859                40 Water Street, Exeter, New Hampshire.

1857 May 23.  The Portsmouth Journal Of Literature & Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  May 23, 1857, Vol. LXVIII, No. 21, P. 3.

Reopened.  The long established and popular Daguerrean Gallery at No. 8 Daniel Street, having been thoroughly refitted, will be reopened for the reception of visitors, on Monday, May 26, with superior facilities than ever before for making all kinds of Pictures.

Ambrotypes as near perfect as a Picture can be; finished in the best style and warranted.

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, &c. unrivaled in their beauty of finish and life-like truthfulness, will be made for the lowest possible price.

Please call and examine specimens.

Advertisement ran from May 23 to August 22, 1857.

1858 July 26.  Exeter News Letter and Rockingham Advertiser.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  July 26, 1858, Vol. XXVIII, No. 17, P. 3.

Photographs & Ambrotypes The Davis Brothers having opened a first Class Photograph Gallery at No. 8, Daniel Street, are prepared to execute all kinds of Photographic Pictures in a style that cannot be excelled in this country.  Photographs life size colored or plain, made from old Daguerreotypes of any size.  Having also the Patent Ambrotype Right, particular attention will be made to this branch of the business, and every variety of Cases kept for sale.

We have the best Instrument to be procured and facilities for the prosecution of our business such as cannot be enjoyed by travelling or country artists.

Davis Brothers, No. 8 Daniel Street, Portsmouth, N. H.

Advertisement ran from July 26, 1858 to January 31, 1859

1858 August 7.  The Portsmouth Journal Of Literature & Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  August 7, 1858, Vol. LXIX, No. 32, P. 3.

Photographs.  We are now prepared to execute these Pictures in a style rarely equaled and never excelled in this country.

Life size Pictures taken in oil or water colors.—Pictures of any required size copied from old Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypes.

These Pictures are made by an entirely new process and when finished resembles a fine steel engraving.—The muddy and spotted appearance so often noticed in the Photograph is entirely avoided.

Particular attention paid to Ambrotyping , and all work warranted.  Davis Brothers.  No. 3 Daniel Street, Portsmouth.

Advertisement ran from August 7, 1858 to December 17, 1859.

1859 January 31.  Exeter News Letter and Rockingham Advertiser.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  January 31, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 44, P. 3.

Photographs.  Mr. Chas. Davis, of the firm of Davis Bro’s, would inform the citizens of Exeter and vicinity that he has taken rooms at No. 40 Water St., over the store of John L. Lovering, where he is prepared to execute all kinds of Photographic Pictures, in a manner which cannot be surpassed.  Photographs taken of any required size, and colored in oil or water colors.  Ambrotypes, Malenatypes and every other invented picture, made and warranted, at fair prices.

Particular attention paid to copying old Daguerreotypes.  And those having pictures of deceased friends, he would say that, you can have a nice large Photograph, suitable for Framing, taken from the smallest Daguerreotype.  Also, Particular attention paid to Photographing Residences, &c

Every variety of Cases and Frames constantly on hand and for sale cheap.

The public are generally invited to call and examine Specimens.  Remember the No. 40 Water Street, Exeter, N. H.

Advertisement ran from January 31 to December 26, 1859.

1859 October 3.  Exeter News Letter and Rockingham Advertiser.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  October 3, 1859, Vol. XXIX, No. 27, P. 2. & 3.

The Rockingham Fair…Entries in Town Hall.  Needle Work And Fancy Articles…T. E. Boutelle, Exeter, display of photographs and ambrotypes….Davis Brothers, ambrotypes and Photographs.  Premiums On Fancy Articles…Photographs  Davis & Brothers, Exeter, Ambrotypes,  1.00.

The Committee on Needle Work and Miscellaneous articles, have attended to the duty assigned them and report that they have awarded all the money allowed them, but have obliged to pass by a part of the contributions worthy on notice.  Among many others, we especially remember the following…T. E. Boutelle, display of Photographs and Ambrotypes…

Davis Brothers

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, , , ,

1857-1859       8 Daniel Street, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1859                40 Water Street, Exeter, New Hampshire.

1857 May 23.  The Portsmouth Journal Of Literature & Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  May 23, 1857, Vol. LXVIII, No. 21, P. 3.

Reopened.  The long established and popular Daguerrean Gallery at No. 8 Daniel Street, having been thoroughly refitted, will be reopened for the reception of visitors, on Monday, May 26, with superior facilities than ever before for making all kinds of Pictures.

Ambrotypes as near perfect as a Picture can be; finished in the best style and warranted.

Daguerreotypes, Photographs, &c. unrivaled in their beauty of finish and life-like truthfulness, will be made for the lowest possible price.

Please call and examine specimens.

Advertisement ran from May 23 to August 22, 1857.

1858 July 26.  Exeter News Letter and Rockingham Advertiser.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  July 26, 1858, Vol. XXVIII, No. 17, P. 3.

Photographs & Ambrotypes The Davis Brothers having opened a first Class Photograph Gallery at No. 8, Daniel Street, are prepared to execute all kinds of Photographic Pictures in a style that cannot be excelled in this country.  Photographs life size colored or plain, made from old Daguerreotypes of any size.  Having also the Patent Ambrotype Right, particular attention will be made to this branch of the business, and every variety of Cases kept for sale.

We have the best Instrument to be procured and facilities for the prosecution of our business such as cannot be enjoyed by travelling or country artists.

Davis Brothers, No. 8 Daniel Street, Portsmouth, N. H.

Advertisement ran from July 26, 1858 to January 31, 1859.

1858 August 7.  The Portsmouth Journal Of Literature & Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  August 7, 1858, Vol. LXIX, No. 32, P. 3.

Photographs.  We are now prepared to execute these Pictures in a style rarely equaled and never excelled in this country.

Life size Pictures taken in oil or water colors.—Pictures of any required size copied from old Daguerreotypes or Ambrotypes.

These Pictures are made by an entirely new process and when finished resembles a fine steel engraving.—The muddy and spotted appearance so often noticed in the Photograph is entirely avoided.

Particular attention paid to Ambrotyping , and all work warranted.  Davis Brothers.  No. 3 Daniel Street, Portsmouth.

Advertisement ran from August 7, 1858 to December 17, 1859.

1859 January 31.  Exeter News Letter and Rockingham Advertiser.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  January 31, 1859, Vol. XXVIII, No. 44, P. 3.

Photographs.  Mr. Chas. Davis, of the firm of Davis Bro’s, would inform the citizens of Exeter and vicinity that he has taken rooms at No. 40 Water St., over the store of John L. Lovering, where he is prepared to execute all kinds of Photographic Pictures, in a manner which cannot be surpassed.  Photographs taken of any required size, and colored in oil or water colors.  Ambrotypes, Malenatypes and every other invented picture, made and warranted, at fair prices.

Particular attention paid to copying old Daguerreotypes.  And those having pictures of deceased friends, he would say that, you can have a nice large Photograph, suitable for Framing, taken from the smallest Daguerreotype.  Also, Particular attention paid to Photographing Residences, &c

Every variety of Cases and Frames constantly on hand and for sale cheap.

The public are generally invited to call and examine Specimens.  Remember the No. 40 Water Street, Exeter, N. H.

Advertisement ran from January 31 to December 26, 1859.

1859 October 3.  Exeter News Letter and Rockingham Advertiser.  (Exeter, New Hampshire.)  October 3, 1859, Vol. XXIX, No. 27, P. 2. & 3.

The Rockingham Fair…Entries in Town Hall.  Needle Work And Fancy Articles…T. E. Boutelle, Exeter, display of photographs and ambrotypes….Davis Brothers, ambrotypes and Photographs.  Premiums On Fancy Articles…Photographs  Davis & Brothers, Exeter, Ambrotypes,  1.00.

The Committee on Needle Work and Miscellaneous articles, have attended to the duty assigned them and report that they have awarded all the money allowed them, but have obliged to pass by a part of the contributions worthy on notice.  Among many others, we especially remember the following…T. E. Boutelle, display of Photographs and Ambrotypes…

Danielson, F. M.

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

C.1845-1848   Address Unknown, Boston, Massachusetts.

1846-1848       144 Middle Street, Portland, Maine.

1848                112 Middle Street, Portland, Maine.

1848                144 Middle Street, Portland, Maine.

1849                9 Brinley Hall, Worcester, Massachusetts.1

1849-1850       8½ Daniel Street, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1852                Ayer’s Block, Manchester, New Hampshire.

1854                New Block, Factory Island, Saco, Maine.

1848 July 12.  Portland Daily Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  July 12, 1848, Vol. XVIII, No. 162, P. 1.

144.  F. M. Danielson Having taken a Room No. 144 Middle Street, wishing to solicit the favor of the citizens of Portland and vicinity, in sitting for their Daguerreotypes, he having been in the employ of Ormsbee & Silsbee for the past, and Ormsbee the two years preceding years, feels confident that he can satisfy his patrons with a Daguerreotype Miniature, equal if not better than any one who professes the art, and at the very low price of $1.50 put into Velvet lined, and $1.25 in silk lined cases.  May 9.  144 Middle Street.

Advertisement ran from July 12 to September 14, 1848.

1849 July 6.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  July 6, 1849, Vol. 5, No. 30, P. 3.

Yes, It is a fact that Dr. A. W. Van Alstin has gone to “California,” and also that F. M. Danielson having had charge of the operating during the past five months in the rooms formerly occupied by him, has purchased the stock and fixtures in the above named rooms, having had four years experience in the Daguerreotype business in Boston and other places is confident that in point of execution, his miniatures cannot be surpassed.  (during three years he was in one of the best rooms in the United States) the patronage of the citizens of Worcester and its vicinity is respectfully solicited.

Miniatures put into silk, $1,00 and into Velvet lined cases $1,50.

N. B. Stock constantly on hand and for sale at reasonable prices.  Worcester, July 3, 1849.

Advertisement ran from July 6 to September 12, 1849.

1849 July 23.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  Vol. 5, No. 41, P. 2.

To Daguerreotypists. 

500 French Plates of all sizes.

100 Gross of silk and Velvet Cases.

50 Gross of Preservers.

Bromine, Chloride of Iodine, rotten stone, Hypo Sulphite Soda, Rouge in any quantity, at Boston prices at No. 9 Brinley Hall.   F. M. Danielson.  Worcester, July 23

Advertisement ran from July 23 to July 27, 1849.

1849 July 28.  Worcester Daily Spy.  (Worcester, Massachusetts.)  July 28, 1849, Vol. 5, No. 47, P. 2.

No. I Will Not sell stock less than cost, or even at cost but I will sell at reasonable profit, my incillities are as great as any man’s in the United States for obtaining stock.  Bromine, Chloride of Iodine, polishing materials, cases and plates, &c., for sale at a reasonable advance from cost.  Miniatures taken without regard to weather, which for brilliancy of tone, are unsurpassed at No. 9 Brinley Hall.  July 28.  F. M. Danielson.  

Advertisement ran from July 28 to September 12, 1849.

1849 December 26.  New-Hampshire Gazette.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  December 26, 1849, Vol. XCV, No. 52, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes Executed by the aid of Sky-Light.  The subscriber having made some further improvements, also securing the assistance of Mr. F. M. Danielson, his operator for about four years, and the past year having obtained the premium for the best miniatures, feels assured in stating to the citizens of Portsmouth and vicinity, that they may obtain likenesses as much superior to any ever made by common process, as those would be when compared with pictures taken when in the infancy of the Daguerreotype art.  Ormsbee.  Rooms 8½ Daniel street.  dec. 18.

Advertisement ran from December 26, 1849 to June 18, 1850.

1852 November 3.  Manchester Daily Union.  (Manchester, New Hampshire.)  November 3, 1852, Vol. 14, No. 1, P. 4.

Eureka!  Eureka!  Eureka!  Was the exclamation of Archimedes, rushing through the streets of Syracuse, o his discovery of the great principle of Natural Philosophy.—

The world was no less surprised and delighted when Daguerre by the aid f sun-light transferred to the surface of polished silver, the dim picture of landscapes and the Human Face and Form.

But science and skill have now brought Daguerre’s discovery to such a wonderful state of perfection, that it is now left for Moulton to announce to the World that we may no longer search for the most Life-Like perfection in the Daguerreotype Art—For he has—Found It!!  and is now producing at the Picture Gallery, formerly occupied by Mr. Thompson –Ayer’s Building, First Rooms south of Merrimack street,—which he has taken and spendidly (sic.) furnished with large additions to his former stock,—the Truest and most Perfect specimens of his Art that can be Found In The Country!!

This is not a vain boast; and he pledges himself to satisfy the most skeptical on this point Who will Give Him a Trial!

In addition to the above, he would inform the public that he has secured, at great cost, the services of that gentlemanly operator, Frank M. Danielson, formerly from the celebrated Rooms of Masury & Silsbee, in Boston, whose pictures in point of brilliancy, of tone and excellency of finish, cannot be excelled here or elsewhere.

Mr. M. would also state that he is operating by a Sky Light!

An advantage possessed by no other operator in this vicinity, which gives that uniform shade to the face of his subjects so much admired by all artists and persons of taste.

N. B.  Pictures taken equally well in Foul and Fair Weather.

All are invited to call and examine specimens.  Do Not mistake the place,—Ayer’s Building,—(The first Rooms south of Merrimack street,) where you will find The Daguerreotype Rooms of Manchester.  H. D. W. Moulton. Manchester Oct. 30.

1854 October 3.  Portland Weekly Advertiser.  (Portland, Maine.)  October 3, 1854, Vol. 54, No. 40. P. 1.

The Fair…In Lancaster Hall.  Messrs. Smith & Morrison of this city, contribute a great variety of their superior Photographic likenesses and views.  This brabch of the art has been pushed to a wonderful degree of perfection and in the above named firm finds exceedingly skilfull followers.

Mr. S. L. Carlton, the well known daguerreotypist, has a fine show of miniatures, &c., among which are likenesses of many of our city worthies—and one of Lady Cusac Rooney.

Mr. Frank Danielson, successor to Stevens, has also a collection of choice specimens in the daguerreotype line, which will not suffer in comparison with any other in the apartment. 

1854 March 21.  Maine Democrat.  (Saco, Maine.)  March 21, 1854, Vol. XXV, No. 33, P. 3.

“Hail Columbia”  Who’s Afraid?  Cole has returned from a two month’s tour in the Country, where he has been to recruit his health, and has now returned sound in mind and body, and is now prepared to execute likenesses in his usual fine style, and with the assistance of his operator Frank M. Danielson, can take Pictures In any style that is desired by his Patrons.  Call early if you wish to secure a Good Picture.  In any style that is desired by his patrons.  Call early if you wish to secure a Good Picture.  

N. B.  A liberal discount made to clubs of three or more.  Don’t forget the place, in the New Block on Factory Island, opposite Rollin’s Apothecary store.

Advertisement ran from March 21 to July 25, 1854.

Call, E. C.

Daguerreotypes, , ,

1845                Rooms over the Mechanics Bank. Concord, New Hampshire.

1846                83 Main Street, over Symmes’ Confectionary Store, Concord, New Hampshire.

1846                36 Market Street, over Kimball’s Drug Store, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1846-1847       142 Main Street, Concord, New Hampshire.

1845 December 25.  New Hampshire Patriot and State Gazette.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  December 25, 1845, Vol. XII, No. 587. P. 2.

We have been shown a Daguerreotype likeness of Gov. Steele, taken by E. K. Call, (who has rooms over the Mechanics Bank,) which is really one of the best Daguerreotype likenesses we have ever seen.

1846 February 5.  New Hampshire Patriot and State Gazette.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  February 5, 1846, Vol. XII, No. 593. P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  By the request of many citizens of this town, I have engaged rooms here, and shall be here again to take likenesses in the course of three or four weeks.  Due notice will be given.  E. C. Call.

1846 February 12.  New Hampshire Patriot and State Gazette.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  February 12, 1846, Vol. XII, No. 594. P. 3.

Clear the Track!!!  By the urging request of Many Citizens of this town, I have Reopened my Rooms, and fitted them up in good style, and I have been to a great expense of getting a first rate Artist, where I shant detain any one now but a few minutes, that wants likenesses.

E. C. Call now offers before the public a most splendid assortment of Gold and Plated Lockets, and Cases that ever was offered in this part of the Country, all those who want there Beautiful Self, in Daguerreotype Miniature, had ot ought to delay there time.  This will be Positively the last chance from me, and only for a few days, and a great rush will now be expected.

Prices Reduced.

Rooms over Symmes’ Confectionary Store, No. 83 Main St., 2d door from South Church.  Entrance on the South Side.

Only clear the track, I am ready.  E. C. Call.

Please call and examine specimens.

Advertisement ran from February 12 to 26, 1846.

1846 May 12.  New Hampshire Gazette.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  May 12, 1846, Vol. XCII, No. 19, P. 3.

New-England Gallery.  E. C, Call, respectfully informs the citizens of Portsmouth and vicinity, that he is now prepared to take Daguerreotype Miniatures, or Portraits, on large or small plates, Single or in Family Groups.  By the new Patent Process any number can be taken on a single Plate.

He has fitted up his rooms in first rate style, where Ladies can have separate apartments.  This is such a chance to obtain Miniatures, as you will not probably enjoy again on Portsmouth.

E. C. C. trusting to his long experience in practice, hopes to give all those who call upon him as perfect production as can be obtained in New-England, and hundreds have found it so in New-Hampshire.  My arrangements are such that I take Children or persons of any age , or deceased persons, or the sick.  By the aid of my new Chemicals, most splendid results are obtained; and multitudes are being delighted daily at the astonishing perfection to which, in Point of delineation, boldness and unerring truthfulness, this art has so suddenly attained.  In an instant, as it were, upon the shining silver surface, is portrayed the laughing countenance of joyous youth with all its freshness; and from the most aged to the veriest (sic.) child, it is equally applicable as the unerring delineator of life.

Miniatures taken Daily from 8 A. M. until 5½ P. M.  Taken as well in cloudy weather as fair.

They can also be set in handsome Cases at the reduced price of $2.50; on Large Plates, in splendid Cases, $3.50 to $5.00.  Liberal discount made to families.

No persons are obliged to take Miniatures out of my room unless they are perfectly satisfied with them.

All of my Miniatures are warranted never to fade, unless Gold will.  I will convince any one to that effect by calling at my Rooms.

Instruction given on liberal terms.  Please to call and examine specimens.

Rooms over Dr. David Kimball’s Drug store.  Entrance next door north, 36 Market-street.  E. C. Call.

Advertisement ran from May 12 to June 2, 1846   

1846 December 31.  New Hampshire Patriot and State Gazette.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  December 31, 1846, Vol. XII, No. 640. P. 3.

Wanted.  A Smart active young man, of business habits and good character, as a partner in the Daguerreotype business, where the proprietor is doing a first rate business, with a cash capital of three to four hundred dollars.  The business will be in one place all of the time. 

This is a first rate chance for any young man to invest a small capital.  For further particulars inquire at E. C. Call’s Daguerreotype Rooms, first door south of the Eagle Coffee House, 142 Main St.

No one need apply unless bringing good recommendations.  E. C. Call.

1846 December 31.  New Hampshire Patriot and State Gazette.  (Concord, New Hampshire.)  December 31, 1846, Vol. XII, No. 640. P. 3.

Oh!  Hear Ye!!  Owing to the great rush of business I have had since I have been here, I have concluded to stop one month longer, and hope a continuance of the same. 

I now offer the most beautiful assortment og Gold, Plated and Gilt Lockets, of every description, that has ever been offered in New Hampshire, and a splendid assortment of Cases, Plates and Frames of every description, at wholesale or retail.

Operators buying stock will find it to their advantage by calling on me before purchasing elsewhere.  Every thing appertaining to the business can be found at my rooms, and instruction given in the art.  Operators wishing to purchase the patent right for the Patent Enameled Process for Daguerreotypes.  I will sell for any town or county in the state, or a privilege of using it in the State.

Ladies and gentlemen wishing for splendid Daguerreotypes for themselves or friends, ought not to let this chance pass by, as another like it may not be offered in this town again.  They can be set in Rings, Breast Pins, Bracelets or Lockets.  Miniatures taken in any weather, daily, from 8, A. M., until 4, P. M.  Where three or four come together a discount of 50 cents made on each picture.

Any person who has a little leisure time will be well paid by calling at my rooms and examine some of my splendid views, and likenesses which will almost speak.  Rooms open free to all until 9 o’clock in the evening.

Delay not your time, if you want your beautiful self in Daguerreotype.  The public may depend that this is positively the last chance from me in this vicinity for some time, on account of my engagements.

All of my Miniatures are warranted not to fade. 

Don’t Forget The Place.

Rooms first door south of the Eagle Coffee House, up stairs, 142 Main St.  E. C. Call.

Advertisement ran from December 31, 1846 to January 21, 1847.

Ambrose, D. R.

Daguerreotypes, ,

1845                Corner State and Pleasant Streets, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1845 June 3.  New Hampshire Gazette.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  June 3, 1845, Vol. XCI, No. 22, P. 3. 

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  D. R. Ambrose, respectfully informs the inhabitants of Portsmouth and vicinity, that having acquired a thorough knowledge of the Daguerrian Art, he will take Likenesses in the latest Improved style, Patent Colored, in clear, cloudy, or rainy weather, Warranted correct and satisfactory—and well secured in handsome cases for $2.50.  Gentlemen and Ladies are invited to call and examine specimens.

Rooms at the corner of State and Pleasant Streets, over Preston’s Drug Store.

Advertisement ran from June 3 to 17, 1845.

1845 June 7.  Portsmouth Journal of Literature and Politics.  (Portsmouth, New Hampshire.)  June 7, 1845, Vol. LVI, No. 23, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Miniatures.  D. R. Ambrose, respectfully informs the inhabitants of Portsmouth and vicinity, that having acquired a thorough knowledge of the Daguerrian Art, he will take Likenesses in the latest Improved style, Patent Colored, in clear, cloudy, or rainy weather, Warranted correct and satisfactory—and well secured in handsome cases for $2.50.  Gentlemen and Ladies are invited to call and examine specimens.

Rooms at the corner of State and Pleasant Streets, over Preston’s Drug Store.

Advertisement ran from June 7 to 14, 1845.

Marcus Ormsbee

Daguerreian Stock and Materials, Daguerreotypes, , , , , , , , , ,

1842                62 Milk Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1843                75 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts.

1843-1844       31 Middle Street, Over J. D. Kidder’s Store, Portland, Maine.

1845-1846       144 Middle Street, Portland, Maine.

1847-1851       112 Middle Street, Portland, Maine.

1848                Cataract Block, Saco, Maine

1849-1850       8½ Daniel Street, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

1851-1862       203 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

1855                777 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.1

Marcus Ormsbee, this is a partial record of his activity before the partnership Ormsbee & Silsbee in Portland, Maine and Boston, Massachusetts (see yesterday’s post for partnership records).  He was recorded in eleven advertisements (three of which he was mentioned in) and one announcement in four different newspapers.  The first advertisement appeared on January 2, 1844 in the Portland Weekly Advertiser (Portland, Maine).  Ormsbee’s Daguerreotype Rooms, For Colored Miniatures, No. 31 Middle Street….Portland.  The Proprietor, who was the operator and Teacher at the Daguerreotype Studio, No. 62 Milk St., Boston, where the art flourished and superseded all other establishments of the kind, (the first year) has, since that time, been employed in the same capacity, at the well-known establishment, “Plumbe” Daguerrian Gallery, No. 75 Court Street; and in fact, has been Teacher of this beautiful and most desirable art ever since the application of the process to taking miniatures.

In compliance with numerous and urgent invitations from the inhabitants of Portland and vicinity, he has opened Rooms, (as above) where can be examined specimens of his work, some of which are taken of public men well known to most persons, and he does not hesitate in saying, would be recognized from their miniatures as readily as they could be, were their faces reflected in a mirror.—He is as will be observed, (having been long time familiar with every department,) well qualified to instruct, or execute, in the very best manner, Miniatures taken from life, copies of Portraits, Bust, Pictures, &c. &c., and color them equal to the finest and most delicately finished painting, with every variety of color in the dress.

His prices being the same, with settings and case, as heretofore charged without—the advantage to his Glass House, so easy of access, (being but one flight of the stairs from the ground)—also affording a light that will admit of producing equal results in any weather—he hopes from these inducements to receive an early call from those who are wanting miniatures taken by his process, which he warrants to produce a copy that cannot be mistaken by the youngest acquaintance.  He will further say, that should the miniatures after being taken and put into cases, not suit, the persons are under no obligation to take them.

N. B.  Instructions in the art given, and every article appertaining to the business furnished, warranted of the best quality, and at the very lowest prices.

Terms.—A single Miniature, with setting and case, $3.  Cases and Lockets furnished, (of superior quality,) from $5 to $15.

All communications (post paid) will receive prompt attention.  Dec. 27.

The second advertisement ran on June 4 & October 29, 1844 and on February 18, & April 15, 1845 in the Portland Weekly Advertiser.  The Art At Last Perfected!  By recent improvements, Ormsbee has brought the Daguerreotype Art of taking Miniatures to a perfection heretofore unparalleled, and he can now warrant, in every instance, a Perfect Likeness, colored or plain, and as strongly brought out as the finest painting or engraving.  Satisfactory proofs of this fact, may be seen at his Rooms, over the Store of J. D. Kidder, Middle Street, in the Miniatures of many well-known citizens, taken by him.  In no case will a sitter be obliged to pay for a Miniature unless it is perfectly satisfactory.

The process is not wearing to the most debilitated invalids; and such applicants as are confined at home he will wait upon at their houses, either in or out of the city.

A Single Miniature with handsome case $3.—Gold, Plated, and Gilt Lockets furnished cheaper than can be had here, or elsewhere.

Apparatus, with his late combination Lenses furnished, and instructions given at the lowest prices.  Portland May 29, 1844.

The third advertisement ran on December 3 to 24, 1844 in the Portland Weekly Advertiser.  Now.  Thanksgiving, Christmas and New-Year are approaching.  Those who wish to confer presents, on ‘Cousins,’ parents, brothers or sisters, could not select a more appropriate gift than a Beautiful Miniature, colored and correct to the minutest particular—such a one may be obtained for only $3, at Ormsbee’s Daguerreotype Rooms, (over J. D. Kidder’s ) Middle st.—Now Is The Time.  nov. 29.

The fourth advertisement appeared on April 15, 1845 in the Portland Weekly Advertiser.  Yes! It is rumored that Ormsbee is about leaving Portland—but notwithstanding his numerous invitations to go to Boston, Philadelphia, Washington and elsewhere, he is yet to be found at his old stand, “One Gross,” (143) Middle street, where he is now exhibiting Daguerreotype Miniatures taken by his very late improvement, by which they are taken much larger, more distinct, and in about one-fourth the time—the process now being but from 9 to 15 seconds sitting.  He is able to obtain Miniatures of groups of children much younger then heretofore, and to the same degree of perfection as of adults.

A single Miniature, with handsome case, $3—Gold, Plated, and Gilt Lockets furnished cheaper than can be had in any other place.

N. B.  Persons wishing to acquire the Art can be furnished with Apparatus of his recent improvements and be warranted with satisfactory instructions, with a few days’ practice, in the new process.

All communications, post paid, will be immediately answered.

The fifth advertisement appeared on December 16, 1845 in the Portland Weekly Advertiser. 

Thanks.  Giving, Christmas, and New Year’s.  If those in want of Presents for either of those days, would just reflect for a moment, will readily perceive the Great advantage that a Daguerreotype Miniature has over any other selection that would cost twenty times the amount.  Portland, Dec 2. 1845.

The sixth advertisement (the first he was mentioned in ) appeared on October 6, 1846 in the Portland Weekly Advertiser.  Commercial Academy.  Messrs. Keene & Drake Have opened a Room at 144 Middle Street, same entrance as to Ormsbee’s Daguerreotype Rooms, for the purpose of teaching Writing and Book Keeping…

The seventh advertisement ran on January 26 & February 2, 1847 in the Portland Weekly Advertiser.  Of Course!!  Although some have thought that Ormsbee would “of course” raise his prices for Daguerreotypes, because his competitors have left the city—he is yet happy to inform them that this opinion is incorrect.  All have still and opportunity of obtaining the most perfect Miniature, set in a good Morocco Case, for the same low price as heretofore–$1.50.  No. 112 Middle, opposite the [bot.] of temple St.

Then let those who are desirous of making the most acceptable Christmas or New Year’s Present, call on the subscriber and obtain a miniature of unrivalled finish.  See a new and splendid case of miniatures at the door.  Ormsbee.  Portland, Dec. 22, 1846.

The first announcement appeared on January 18, 1848 in the Maine Democrat (Saco, Maine).

Likeness of Gov. Fairfield.—Mr. Omsby (Sic.) has, at his Daguerreotype Room, an excellent likeness of the late Hon. John Fairfield, taken just before he left home for the last time,  From this he has taken several copies for some of our townsmen, and can take any number more.  The copies are life-like.  There are also likenesses from the plate engraved for the Democratic Review, but the expression is not so natural.  Mr. John Dennett has taken some very good Daguerreotype copies of this engraving.

Mr. Omsby’s room is in the Cataract Block, where all who wish may see this remembrancer of our late friend—and get a copy of their own features if they choose.

The eighth advertisement ran from April 11 to June 13, 1848 in the Maine Democrat.  Drowning.  “Drowning Men,”  the old adage says “will catch at straws.”  This I believe to be the case with my neighbor, and I would say competitor, had he ever produced one miniature that would bear the least comparison with the most ordinary of even the subscriber’s pupils.  The gent, of course a scholar, being a preacher and doctor, has called the public attention by his advertisement, which I presume he thinks is somewhat peppered with wit.  The troubled man says to the public, not to be duped by persons boasting of their superiority.  In reply to this, I will say that the gent fired without effect, as the daily increase of my customers induce me to believe that his reference to two or three group specimens, which were taken when in practice as a pupil , will not change public opinion in any degree, as relates to his, the ‘Elder’s great Humbug.’  Truly wonderful discoveries!  Hillographic Drawings, not the old dark, rough Daguerreotype, as he is pleased to call it.  I will further state to the public, that I practice the Daguerreotype process, and keep pace with the improvements in the art, having been favored with business enough to keep my whole time employed.  I shall not be obliged to attend two or three other kinds of professions, therefore can give my customers the best miniatures the art affords.  Ormsbee.  Saco, April 3, 1848.

The ninth advertisement (second that he was mentioned in) ran from July 12 to September 14, 1848 in the Portsmouth Daily Advertiser (Portland, Maine). 144 F. M. Danielson Having taken a Room No. 144 Middle Street, wishing to solicit the favor of the citizens of Portland and vicinity, in sitting for their Daguerreotypes, having been in the employ of Ormsbee & Silsbee for the past, and Ormsbee the two years preceding years, feels confident that he can satisfy his patrons with a Daguerreotype Miniature, equal if not better than any one who professes the art, and at the very low price of $1.50 put into Velvet lined, and $1.25 in silk lined cases. May 9. 144 Middle Street.

The tenth advertisement ran from December 26, 1849 to July 18, 1850 in the New-Hampshire Gazette (Portsmouth, New Hampshire).  Daguerreotypes Executed by the aid of Sky-Light.  The subscriber having made some further improvements, also securing the assistance of Mr. F. M. Danielson, his operator for about four years, and the past year having obtained the premium for the best miniatures, feels assured in stating to the citizens of Portsmouth and vicinity, that they may obtain likenesses as much superior to any ever made by common process, as those would be when compared with pictures taken when in the infancy of the Daguerreotype art.  Ormsbee.  Rooms 8½ Daniel street.  dec. 18.

The eleventh advertisement (third that he was mentioned in ) ran from November 13 to 15, 1850 in the Portland Daily Advertiser (Portland, Maine).  Daguerreotype Notice.  The subscriber having disposed of his Stock and Stand to George M. Howe would respectfully recommend him to his friends and the public generally.  M. Ormsbee.

Notice Extra!  George M. Howe having purchased the Stock and taken the Stand of M. Ormsbee would inform the public that Daguerreotypes can be had at his place as well as at any other establishment in the city or country.  Having secured the services of Ormsbee’s best operators he cannot fail to satisfy his customers.

Miniatures taken in any kind of weather, from one dollar to ten and rendered satisfactory, or no charge, at No. 112 Middle street.

Marcus Ormsbee is known and appears in several photographic directories, histories and journals.  The first advertisement we learn that in 1843 he was working for John Plumbe, Jr. in Boston.  A closer look is needed with his activity during and after 1848.  According to Craig’s Daguerreian Registry the partnership (Ormsbee & Silsbee) ended in 1848.  That is verified in the announcement that appeared on January 18, 1848 in the Maine Democrat (Saco, Maine), and the following advertisement that ran from April 11 to June 13, 1848 in the Maine Democrat.   In the advertisement that ran from December 26, 1849 to July 18, 1850 in the New-Hampshire Gazette we learn that he is operating in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.  That makes the advertisement that ran from June 1, 1858 to February 20, 1851 in the Christian Mirror (Portland, Maine). Question that assessment.  Daguerreotypes can be obtained at the rooms of Ormsbee & Silsbee, 112 Middle St. from the size fitting the Smallest Ring, Bracelet or Pin, to that of the plate measuring 55½ square inches.

Also—apparatus and stock of every kind appertaining to the business, furnished at prices Low as Can be purchased elsewhere.

N. B.  Instructions given in their Peculiar mode of operating.

Except for the eleventh advertisement above, where he sold the gallery and supplies to George M. Howe on November 13, 1850.  

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