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1844-1845 Hall of the Tremont House, Claremont, New Hampshire.

1845 Rooms in Whitney’s Hotel, Woodstock, Vermont

1845 Rooms In Spalding Building, Montpelier, Vermont

1845 Room, over Bancroft & Riker’s Store, Montpelier, Vermont

1845-1846 Rooms in the Masonic Hall, Rutland, Vermont.

ND 192 Broadway, New York, New York.

1847 Younglove’s Hall, Union Village, New York.

1848 Cady’s Hall, East Bennington, Vermont.

1848 Court House, Centre Bennington, Vermont.

1848-1849 Stark House, East Bennington, Vermont.

1849 No’s. 10 & 12 Washington Place, Union Village, New York.

1849 Hobron’s Building, under Ledyard Hall, New London, Connecticut.

1851-1857 46 Bank Street, New London, Connecticut.

1844 November 29. National Eagle. (Claremont, New Hampshire.) November 29, 1844, Vol. X, No. 7, P. 3

Colored Daguerreotype Miniatures. Charles H. Gay, from New York, would respectfully inform the citizens of Claremont and vicinity, that he has taken the Hall of the Tremont House, where he is prepared to execute Daguerreotype Miniatures in a superior manner, possessing all the colors of life as well aa very perfect likenesses. Having Superior German Apparatus, he will take Portraits and Miniatures from the smallest to the largest size ever taken in this Country.

Groups of from 2 to 15 on the same plate. A faithful likeness is in all cases warranted, and no charge unless perfect satisfaction is given.

His prices are low, placing these miniatures within the reach of all.

The citizens are invited to call and examine specimens of the art.

Advertisement ran from November 29, 1844 to February 14, 1845.

1844 December 20. National Eagle. (Claremont, New Hampshire.) December 20, 1844, Vol. X, No. 10, P. 3

Daguerreotype Miniatures. Mr. Gay, who has been in town two or three weeks with his

Daguerreotype apparatus, will remain but a short time longer. If you want a correct, distinct

likeness, give him a call. Hose we have seen are perfect, little if any inferior to paintings. See

his advertisement.

1845 February 21. National Eagle. (Claremont, New Hampshire.) February 21, 1845, Vol. X, No. 19, P. 3

Charles H. Gay, Would inform the citizens of Claremont that he will remain in town but a few

days longer. Those persons desirous of obtaining Daguerreotype Miniatures taken in a superior

manner will please call.

Advertisement ran from February 21 to March 21, 1845.

1845 September 5. Vermont Mercury. (Woodstock, Vermont.) September 5, 1845, Vol. IX, No. 24, P. 2.

We would call the attention of our readers to Mr. Gay’s Daguerreotype notice on the next page. We have examined some of his work and have no hesitation in pronouncing it the best ever exhibited here.

1845 September 5. Vermont Mercury. (Woodstock, Vermont.) September 5, 1845, Vol. IX, No. 24, P. 3.

Daguerreotype. Charles H. Gay, of New York; would respectfully inform the Citizens of Woodstock and Vicinity that he will opened his Gallery of Daguerreotype Portraits, at Whitney’s Hotel on Saturday Sept. 6, where he will remain, for a short time, and is prepared to execute Portraits and Miniatures in a style not surpassed by any ever taken. He is prepared to execute Portraits and miniatures in a style not surpassed by any ever taken.

He will be prepared to execute Portraits and Miniatures from the smallest to the largest size ever taken either in this country or in Europe

Groups of from 2 to 15 taken on a single plate. No picture is allowed to leave his rooms unless proper satisfaction is given.

The citizens are invited to call and examine specimens of Art brought to its highest state of perfection.

Advertisement ran from September 5 to 19, 1845

1845 September 18. Spirit of the Age. (Woodstock, Vermont.) September 18, 1845, Vol. VI, No. 278, P. 3.

Daguerreotype. Cha’s H. Gay, Of New York; Would respectfully inform the citizens of Woodstock and vicinity that he has opened his Gallery of Daguerreotype Portraits, at Whitney’s Hotel, where he will remain, for a short time, and is prepared to execute Portraits and Miniatures in a style not surpassed by any ever taken. He is prepared to execute portraits and miniatures from the smallest to the largest size ever taken either in this country or in Europe

Groups of from 2 to 15 taken on a single plate.

The citizens are invited to call and examine specimens of the art brought to its highest state of perfection.

Rooms open from 8 a. m. 6 p. m. Sept. 10, 1845.

Advertisement ran from September 11 to October 9, 1845.

1845 October 9. Vermont Watchman and State Journal. (Montpelier, Vermont.) October 9, 1845, Vol. XXXIX, No. 48, Whole No. 2034, P. 3.

Daguerreotype! Charles H. Gay, of New York, Would respectfully inform the citizens of Montpelier, that that he has opened his Daguerreian Rooms in Spalding Building, over the store of Bancroft & Riker, where he would invite the attention of the citizens, and members of the Legislature, to his splendid specimens of Daguerreotype Portraits and Miniatures. He is prepared to execute the various sizes from the smallest to the largest ever taken in this country or in Europe, and in a style which cannot fail to please. Groups of from 2 to 15 taken on a single plate. Landscape views taken in superior style. The public generally are invited to call. Rooms open from 8 A. M. to 6 P. M.

Advertisement ran from October 9 to 30, 1845.

1845 October 16. Green-Mountain Freeman. (Montpelier, Vermont.) October 16, 1845, Vol. II, No. 42, P. 3.

Advertisement ran from October 16 to November 6, 1845.

1845 October 23. Green-Mountain Freeman. (Montpelier, Vermont.) October 23, 1845, Vol. II, No. 43, P. 2.

Something Worth Seeing.—All who are friends of the fine arts, and would like to see Daguerreotype likenesses, superior to any ever taken in the State, will do well to call at Charles H. Gay’s room, over Bancroft & Riker’s store. His apparatus is of a superior kind and none can look upon his likenesses without being disposed to patronize him. Here is a rare chance for those who may wish to procure a beautiful and perfect likeness.

1845 October 23. Vermont Watchman and State Journal. (Montpelier, Vermont.) October 23, 1845, Vol. XXXIX, No. 50, Whole No. 2036, P. 2.

Montpelier In Miniature.—Mr. Gay has produced a beautiful daguerreotype view of part of our village, including a portion of the river, and the hills east. A more beautiful picture we have seldom seen. It is now at our book-store for examination.

1845 December 4. Rutland Herald. (Rutland, Vermont.) December 4, 1845, Vol. 51, No. 49, P. 3.

Daguerreotype. Charles H. Gay, of New York, Daguerrean Artist, would respectfully inform the citizens of Rutland, that he has opened his Room in the Masonic Hall, opposite A. Dyer’s, where he will remain for a short time and will be prepared to execute the various sizes from the smallest to the largest ever taken either in this country or in Europe, and in a style which cannot be surpassed.

Groups of from 2 to 15 taken on a single plate.

Rooms open from 8 A. M. to ½ past 4 P. M. Operations without regard to weather from 9 A. M. to 4 P. M.

The citizens are invited to call and examine specimens of the art brought to its highest state of perfection. Rutland, Dec. 4, 1845.

Advertisement ran from December 4, 1845 to February 12, 1846.

1847 May 27. Washington County Journal. (Union Village, New York.) May 27, 1847, New Series—Vol. V, No. 33, Whole No. 242, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. Chas. H. Gay, formerly from 192 Broadway, N. Y., would respectfully announce to the citizens of Union Village and vicinity, that his Daguerrian Gallery is now open at Younglove’s Hall, where it will remain for a short time, and would invite the attention of the citizens to his unrivalled specimens of the Photographic Art.

He is prepared to execute all the various sizes, from the smallest locket size to the largest Cabinet size ever taken either in this country or in Europe. Groups of from 2 to 20 taken on a single plate. Landscape Views, Views of Private Residences, Copies of Paintings, Statuary, &c., executed in an unrivalled manner. These Pictures are taken with a Speculum, and will not be reversed. The style and finish of these Pictures shall excel in beauty and faithfulness, and possess all the colors of life.

The citizens are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens of the Art brought to its highest state of perfection.

Operations from 8 A. M., to 5 P. M., without regard to weather.

Rooms open from 8 A. M., to 7 P. M. May 24, 1847.

Advertisement ran from May 27 to August 26, 1847.

1848 May 3. Vermont Gazette. (Bennington, Vermont.) May 3, 1848, Vol. LXIX, No. 4339, New Series—Vol. 2, No. 16, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Atelier. Charles H. Gay Formerly from 192 Broadway, New York, would respectfully Announce to the citizens of East Bennington and vicinity, that he will open rooms in the above village, about the 15th of May, and will be prepared to execute Daguerreotypes Portraits and Miniatures, in the very highest style of the art. He will execute all the various sizes—(embracing seven distinct ones,) from the smallest Locket size to the largest Cabinet size Picture, ever taken either in this country or in Europe.

Groups of from 2 to 20 taken on a single plate—Landscape views—views of private residences—copies of Paintings, Statuary, &c., in an unrivalled manner. These pictures will be made with a Speculum and will not be reversed.

From the long experience of the proprietor—the superiority of his instruments, having both German and American, he flatters himself that he can give the most entire satisfaction.

Advertisement ran from May 3 to 22, 1848.

1848 May 8. The State Banner. (Bennington, Vermont.) May 8, 1848, Vol. 8, No. 8, Whole No. 372, P. 3.

From the long experience of the proprietor—the superiority of his instruments, having both German and American, he flatters himself that he can give the most entire satisfaction.

Advertisement ran from May 8 to 24, 1848.

1848 May 27. The State Banner. (Bennington, Vermont.) May 27, 1848, Vol. 8, No. 11, Whole No. 375, P. 2.

Mr. Gay, Daguerreotype Artist, is in this village. See his advertisement.

1848 May 27. The State Banner. (Bennington, Vermont.) May 27, 1848, Vol. 8, No. 11, Whole No. 375, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Atelier. Charles H. Gay Formerly from 192 Broadway, New York, would respectfully Announce to the citizens of East Bennington and vicinity, that he has opened rooms at Cady’s Hall, and is prepared to execute Daguerreotypes Portraits & Miniatures, in the very highest style of the art. He will execute all the various sizes—(embracing seven distinct ones,) from the smallest Locket size to the largest Cabinet size Picture, ever taken either in this country or in Europe.

From the long experience of the proprietor—the superiority of his instruments, having both German and American, he flatters himself that he can give the most entire satisfaction.

Advertisement ran from May 8 to July 1, 1848.

1848 June 7. Vermont Gazette. (Bennington, Vermont.) June 7, 1848, Vol. LXIX, No. 4344, New Series—Vol. 2, No. 21, P. 3.

From the long experience of the proprietor—the superiority of his instruments, having both German and American, he flatters himself that he can give the most entire satisfaction.

Advertisement ran from June 7 to 28, 1848.

1848 June 10. The State Banner. (Bennington, Vermont.) June 10, 1848, Vol. 8, No. 13, Whole No. 377, P. 2.

Looking the other day at some specimens of Daguerreotype pictures in Mr. Gay’s room, we were surprised as well as delighted at their lifelike fidelity. Several of our townsmen we recognized among them, and so far as we were able to judge are the very highest perfection of the art.

We marvel that these cheap and excellent pictures are not even more common than they are. It would seem that when a trifling sum will procure a capital portrait, there should hardly be a family without them. Who so unloved that he has not at least on friend who would gladly procure a portrait of him at so trifling a cost? What mother would not gladly retain a faithful image of each child in its season of innocence and trust? We would advise all those who wish a fine portrait of themselves or friends to call upon Mr. Gay, as an opportunity seldom offers for procuring perfect pictures.

1848 June 14. Vermont Gazette. (Bennington, Vermont.) June 14, 1848, Vol. LXIX, No. 4345, New Series—Vol. 2, No. 22, P. 3.

We can most conscientiously advise our friends who may be desirous of portraits of themselves or friends to call at the rooms of Mr. Chas. H. Gay, in this village, and examine his specimens. In our judgement they are decidedly of the very highest order of merit, and far superior to the generality of Daguerreotype portraits; in truth we have never seen them surpassed. Mr. Gay’s engagements are such that he can remain but a short time.

1848 August 15. Vermont Gazette. (Bennington, Vermont.) August 15, 1848, Vol. LXIX, No. 4356, New Series—Vol. 19, No. 33, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Atelier. Charles H. Gay (Formerly from 192 Broadway, N. Y.) Would respectfully inform the citizens of Bennington and vicinity, that he will open his Daguerrian Gallery at the Court House, on Sept 1st. where he will remain a short time and is prepared to execute Daguerreotypes Portraits and Miniatures, in a style which cannot be surpassed. He is prepared to execute all the various sizes, (embracing seven distinct ones,) from the smallest size to the largest ever taken either in this country or in Europe.

Groups of from two to twenty taken on a single plate. Landscape Views, Views of Private Residences, Copies of Paintings, Statuary, &c., executed in an unrivalled manner. The Pictures will be made with a Speculum and will not be reversed.

As many doubts are expressed with regard to the durability of Pictures taken by the Daguerreotype process, Mr. G. would here say that pictures properly taken, will last as long, and preserve all their brilliancy, as the best Oil Paintings. The most incredulous can be perfectly satisfied on this matter by calling at his rooms.

From the long experience of the proprietor I the business, the superiority of his instruments, having both German and American, he flatters himself that he can give the most perfect satisfaction.

Pictures taken equally well in cloudy as clear weather.

N. B. Those having pictures taken by the old process can have them retaken at a small expense.

Advertisement ran from August 15 to September 12, 1848.

1848 August 19. The State Banner. (Bennington, Vermont.) August 19, 1848, Vol. 8, No. 23, Whole No. 387, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Atelier. Charles H. Gay Formerly from 192 Broadway, New York, would respectfully Announce to the citizens of Centre Bennington and vicinity, that he has opened rooms at the Court House, and is prepared to execute Daguerreotypes Portraits & Miniatures, in the very highest style of the art. He will execute all the various sizes—(embracing seven distinct ones,) from the smallest Locket size to the largest Cabinet size Picture, ever taken either in this country or in Europe.

From the long experience of the proprietor—the superiority of his instruments, having both German and American, he flatters himself that he can give the most entire satisfaction.

Advertisement ran from August 19 to October 28, 1848.

1848 September 19. Vermont Gazette. (Bennington, Vermont.) September 19, 1848, Vol. LXIX, No. 4361, New Series—Vol. 19, No. 38, P. 3.

Charles H. Gay, Daguerreotype Atelier, is ow at the Court House where he is prepared to execute Daguerreotype Portraits and Miniatures I the highest style of the art.

His specimens are beautiful. Give him a call.

1848 September 26. Vermont Gazette. (Bennington, Vermont.) September 26, 1848, Vol. LXVIII, No. 4362, New Series—Vol. 19, No. 39, P. 2.

Gay is doing a flourishing business at the Court House. He must be one of the first masters to execute good likenesses of such groups of superlative beauties as we saw, one day last week, in his Daguerreotype Gallery. As an honest heart and conscience at repose are highly favorable to fine impressions, we would suggest that those desirous of superior portraits should before sitting, become thoroughly imbued in the Democratic principles!

1848 September 26. Vermont Gazette. (Bennington, Vermont.) September 26, 1848, Vol. LXIX, No. 4362, New Series—Vol. 19, No. 39, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Atelier. Charles H. Gay, (Formerly from 192 Broadway, N. Y.) Would re-pectfully (sic.) inform the citizens of Bennington and vicinity, that he will open his Daguerrian Gallery at the Court House, on Sept 1st. where he will remain a short time and is prepared to execute Daguerreotypes Portraits and Miniatures, in a style which cannot be surpassed. He is prepared to execute all the various sizes, (embracing seven distinct ones,) from the smallest size to the largest ever taken either in this country or in Europe.

From the long experience of the proprietor I the business, the superiority of his instruments, having both German and American, he flatters himself that he can give the most perfect satisfaction.

Pictures taken equally well in cloudy as clear weather.

N. B. Those having pictures taken by the old process can have them retaken at a small expense.

Advertisement ran from September 26 to October 10, 1848.

1848 October 10. Vermont Gazette. (Bennington, Vermont.) October 10, 1848, Vol. LXVIII, No. 4364, New Series—Vol. 19, No. 41, P. 2.

Something Rare. Mr. Charles H. Gay, the celebrated Daguerreotype artist, has executed within the past week, upon one plate, the likenesses of six individuals of this town, whose united ages amount to four hundred and ninety years. One, the last surviving here of the battle of Bennington, with his gun by his side; another, supposed to be the first born in the State of Vermont: all of them born here in, and residents of Bennington at the time of the battle, August 16th, 1777. Upon the same plate is Col. Baum’s sword, also a sword taken from a hessian soldier in single combat, by the late Joseph Rudd, Esq., of this town. Taken together it is one pof the most interesting pictures ever produced by the art.

1848 November 11. The State Banner. (Bennington, Vermont.) November 11, 1848, Vol. 8, No. 35, Whole No. 399, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Atelier. Charles H. Gay Formerly from 192 Broadway, New York, would respectfully Announce to the citizens of Centre Bennington and vicinity, that he has taken rooms at the Stark House, and is prepared to execute Daguerreotypes Portraits & Miniatures, in the very highest style of the art. He will execute all the various sizes—(embracing seven distinct ones,) from the smallest Locket size to the largest Cabinet size Picture, ever taken either in this country or in Europe.

From the long experience of the proprietor—the superiority of his instruments, having both German and American, he flatters himself that he can give the most entire satisfaction.

Advertisement ran from November 11, 1848 to January 6, 1849.

1849 April 21. The State Banner. (Bennington, Vermont.) April 21, 1849, Vol. IX, No. 6, Whole No.422, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes.—C. H. Gay, the inimitable daguerreotype artist, is now in our village; but will remain for a few days only, after which time he will be with us no more, as he isto locate, permanently, in Connecticut.

1849 May 10. Washington County Journal. (Union Village, New York.) May 10, 1849, New Series—Vol. Seventh, No. 31, Whole No. 344, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Atelier. Charles H. Gay would respectfully inform the citizens of Union Village and vicinity, that he has returned, and has opened his Daguerrian Gallery at Rooms No. 10 & 12, Washington Place, where he will remain a short time, and is prepared to execute Daguerreotypes Portraits & Miniatures in a style that cannot be surpassed. He is prepared to execute all the various sizes (embracing seven distinct ones,) from the largest to smallest ever taken, either in this country or in Europe. Groups of from two to twenty taken on a single plate.

From the long experience of the proprietor in the business, the superiority of his instruments having both German and American, he flatters himself he will be able to give the most perfect satisfaction.

Pictures taken equally well in cloudy as clear weather.

N. B.—Those having pictures taken by the old process, can have them retaken at a small expense.

The public are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens of the art brought to its highest state of perfection.

Rooms open from 8 A. M. to 5 P. M. May 10, 1849.

Advertisement ran from May 10 to 31, 1849.

1849 October 27. New London Daily Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) October 27, 1849, Vol. II, No. 152, P. 4.

Photographic Gallery. C. H. Gay would respectfully announcement to the citizens of New London and vicinity, that he has opened a Photographic Gallery in Hobron’s Building under Ledyard Hall.

Mr. G. would invite particular attention to his new style of picture recently introduced, combining the artistical arrangement of light and shade so much admired in paintings, with the richness of tone and natural expression of the Daguerreotype.

Having a full size instrument which makes all the various sizes from the largest to the smallest, he is prepared to group any number on a single plate.

Landscapes, views of private residences, copies of stationary, paintings, &c. executed in an unrivaled manner. These pictures will not be reversed.

From long experience combined with superior instruments and all the modern improvements in the art, he would respectfully solicit a share of patronage.

The public are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens. oct. 25.

1849 October 21. New London Democrat. (New London, Connecticut.) October 21, 1849, Vol. V, No. 33, Whole No. 241, P. 3.

Photographic Gallery. C. H. Gay would respectfully announcement to the citizens of New London and vicinity, that he has opened a Photographic Gallery in Hobron’s Building under Ledyard Hall.

Having a full size instrument which makes all the various sizes from the largest to the smallest, he is prepared to group any number on a single plate.

Landscapes, views of private residences, copies of stationary, paintings, &c. executed in an unrivaled manner. These pictures will not be reversed.

From long experience combined with superior instruments and all the modern improvements in the art, he would respectfully solicit a share of patronage.

The public are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens.

Advertisement was recorded seventeen times between October 21, 1849 to September 28, 1850.

1849 October 31. New London Weekly Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) October 31, 1849, Vol. II, No. 79, P. 3.

Photographic Gallery. C. H. Gay would respectfully announcement to the citizens of New London and vicinity, that he has opened a Photographic Gallery in Hobron’s Building under Ledyard Hall.

Having a full size instrument which makes all the various sizes from the largest to the smallest, he is prepared to group any number on a single plate.

Landscapes, views of private residences, copies of stationary, paintings, &c. executed in an unrivaled manner. These pictures will not be reversed.

From long experience combined with superior instruments and all the modern improvements in the art, he would respectfully solicit a share of patronage.

The public are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens.

Advertisement was recorded seventeen times between October 31, 1849 to October 30, 1850.

1850 November 4. New London Daily Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) November 4, 1850, Vol. III, No. 163, P. 2

The New Map of the City is in the main a very creditable work, and we really wish our citizens would manifest their favorable opinion of the labors of the compiler by taking off his hands any number of copies he may happen to have after furnishing his subscribers. To say nothing of its convenience to every citizen, it is worth all that is asked for it as an ornament to his hall. The border is adorned with the following engravings, and all of them accurate, and some of them very beautiful in design…all of these engravings are fac similes taken by Mr. Gay, the Daguerreotypist, and of course literal representations of the several objects.

1851 June 2. New London Daily Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) June 2, 1851, Vol. IV, No. 32, P. 3.

Sky Light Daguerreotypes. The Most Approved and only Correct way of Operating. Charles H. Gay, would respectfully announce to the citizens of New London and vicinity, that his Daguerreotype Rooms are again open upon an enlarged and extended plan in the building occupied by Frink, Chew & Co., No. 46 Bank st., a few doors below the Steamboat Hotel, on the opposite side, and adjoining Lawrence’s Exchange, where he is prepared to execute all the various sizes of Daguerreotypes in an unequalled style.

Having the most spacious Sky Light in the State, arranged upon strictly scientific principles, he is prepared to execute all of the various sizes of Daguerreotypes in splendid style.

Particular attention will be paid to Grouping, Families desirous of having groups taken, and who have hitherto experienced difficulty in having perfect pictures in consequence of the contracted nature of side lights, will please notice that they can now have Groups taken of from two to Twenty persons in the most perfect manner. Pictures of Children taken in One Second, which will insure to parents Pictures of their little ones.

Copies of Daguerreotypes, Paintings and Statuary; likewise Landscape Views, and views of private residences executed in an unrivalled manner.—Those persons having pictures taken by the old process, or poor and indifferent pictures, can have them retaken at a small expense.

Mr. G. would say, that the public will please bear in mind that no difference will be made with regard to cloudy or clear weather. With the spacious sky light he has constructed, pictures will be made equally well in cloudy as clear weather, and in some instances better in cloudy weather. No Picture expected to be taken unless it is perfectly satisfactory.

No charge will be made in any instance; unless the person sitting is perfectly satisfied.

Hours of operation from 8 A. M. to 7 P. M. 46 Bank st. Chas. H. Gay. June 2.

1851 July 10. The New London Weekly Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) July 10, 1851, Vol. IV, No. 12, Whole No. 167, P. 3.

Sky Light Daguerreotypes. The Most Approved, and only Correct way of Operating. Charles H. Gay, would respectfully announce to the citizens of New London and vicinity, that his Daguerreotype Rooms are again open upon an enlarged and extended plan in the building occupied by Frink, Chew & Co., No. 46 Bank st., a few doors below the Steamboat Hotel, on the opposite side, and adjoining Lawrence’s Exchange, where he is prepared to execute all the various Daguerreotypes in an unequalled style.

Having the most spacious Sky Light in the State, arranged upon strictly scientific principles, he is prepared to execute all of the various sizes of Daguerreotypes in splendid style.

No charge will be made in any instance; unless the person sitting is perfectly satisfied.

Hours of operation from 8 A. M. to 7 P. M. 46 Bank st. Chas. H. Gay. June 2.

Advertisement ran from July 10, 1851 to March 31, 1853.

1852 December 2. The New London Daily Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) December 2, 1852, Vol. V, No. 33, Whole No. 240, P. 2.

Stereoscopic of Solid Daguerreotypes. The attention of the citizens of New London are invited to this new and beautiful discovery in Daguerreotyping.

Specimens of the style now ready for exhibition. The public are respectfully invited to call and examine these new are beautiful specimens of Art at Chas. H. Gay’s Daguerrean Gallery, No. 46 Bank-street.

1853 February 3. The New London Daily Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) February 3, 1853, Vol. V, No. 42, Whole No. 249, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes. The Subscriber would inform his friends and patrons in New London and vicinity that he has made such additions tohis stock as his increased patronage requires, and that his Sky Light Daguerreotypes are still unsurpassed by any in the country. The once popular but erroneous opinion that a Picture was good in proportion to its paleness and want of shadow, has given way to the light of experience, and there are now but few so ignorant as not to be aware that in these Types of the :human face divine,” it is the shadows that give force to the expression and make them true to nature. Any one that has ever been at all conversant with paintings of the most celebrated artists, ancient as well as modern, must have been struck with the fact that the depth and force of shadows was in proportion to the eminence of the Artist. It is because there is no other way on a flat surface to make objects stand out. Such an effect is produced by sky light, when skilfully managed, to a greater degree than any other. Charles H. Gay, 46 Bank-street. New London.

Advertisement ran from February 3, 1853 to January 5, 1854.

1857 June 18. The New London Daily Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) June 18, 1857, Vol. IX, No. 50, Whole No. 485, P. 3.

To Let. The Daguerreotype Rooms in Brick building, No. 46 Bank Street, with spacious sky light and fixtures thereto pertaining; formerly occupied by C. H. Gay, Daguerreotypist. Apply to Adam Frink, Office as above. House 18, Bank St. jne17.

1857 June 19. New London Daily Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) June 19, 1857, Vol. X, No. 50, P. 2.

Gaige, George Preserved

June 2, 2025Daguerreotypes, Photographs, StereoviewsA. G. Gaige, Daguerreotypist, George Preserved Gaige, New York City, Photographer, Stereoviewspioneeramericanphotographers

1854-1856 369 Broadway, New York, New York.

1854 August. The Photographic And Fine Art Journal. (New York, New York.) August 1854 Vol. 7, No. 8, P. 256.

Mr. Gaige has opened an elegant suite of photographic rooms at 369 Broadway N. Y. This young artist is a regular graduate of the Daguerrean College, which has been for years under the Presidency of M. B. Brady, Esq., we all know has retained constantly the most skillful and learned professors in the art, and to say this, is to say sufficient to give confidence in his skill and taste as an artist; but we can say more; we have been personally acquainted with Mr. Gaige for some years, and we do him not more than justice in saying that as a gentleman and a daguerrean artist we place him in the front rank, and we are very much mistaken if, before the end of the year, he does not become captain. He certainly is an artist of high promise, and we sincerely trust that his present enterprise may be as successful and permanent as his most sanguine expectations could desire.

1855 June 20. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) June 20, 1855, Whole No. 6872, P. 11.

To Daguerreotypist.—Wanted.—A Competent person who understands the above business in all its branches will hear of a permanent situation by applying to P. Gaige, 369 Broadway.

1855 July 27. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) July 27, 1855, Whole No. 6908, P. 5.

A Rare Chance—For Sale, The Well Known and long established photograph and daguerreotype establishment. No. 369 Broadway, next door to Taylor’s saloon. This gallery, including all the specimens, fixtures, &c. is now offered for sale; is doing a good business, and is one of the best stands on Broadway. For further particulars inquire of P. Gaige, 369 Broadway.

Advertisement ran from July 27 to 31, 1855.

1855 August 15. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) August 15, 1855, Whole No. 6927, P. 5.

Daguerreotypes, Photographs and Stereoscopes.—Marcus A. O’Brien, so long and favorably known as principal operator in one of the oldest galleries in the city, would respectfully inform his friends and the public that he has taken the first class establishment known as Gaige’s International Daguerrean Gallery, 369 Broadway, first door above Taylor’s saloon. Photographs, from cabinet to life size, taken less than at any other establishment in the city. Daguerreotypes, photographs and stereoscopes taken in all kinds of weather.

1855 September 17. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) September 17, 1855, Whole No. 6960, P. 7.

For Sale—The Long Established Daguerreotype and photographic gallery, 369 Broadway. This is a rare chance for anyone wishing to engage in the above businesses, as it is one of the best locations in the city, being next door to Taylor’s saloon. Inquire of P. Gaige, 369 Broadway.

Advertisement was recorded on September 17 & 25, 1855

1856 January 1. Photographic and fine Arts Journal. (New York, New York.) January 1, 1856, Vol. IX, No. 1, P. 19.

In an article entitled the Photographic Galleries of America. Number One, New York. The author visited 69 Galleries in New York City.

Gaige—Another artist, another excellent gallery. The ambrotypes are fair, but susceptible of improvement. We were much pleased with the daguerreotypes. The photographs lack depth of tone.

1856 April 11. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) April 11, 1856, Whole No. 7165, P. 7.

For Sale.—The Well Known Daguerrean gallery, 369 Broadway. This is a rare chance for any one wishing to engage in the above business, as it is one of the best locations in the city. Inquire of P. Gaige, 369 Broadway, next door to Taylor’s saloon.

1856 September 19. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) September 19, 1856, Whole No. 7325, P. 2.

List Of Letters remaining in the New York City Post Office. Friday Sept. 19, 1856.

P. Gaige.

1856 November 1. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) November 1, 1856, Whole No. 7368, P. 6.

If Henry C. Hamilton Is In This City, He Will confer a favor by calling on P. Gaige, daguerreotypist, 369 Broadway.

Gage, Franklin Benjamin

May 31, 2025Ambrotypes, Daguerreotypes, Photographs, StereotypesAmbrotypist, Daguerreotypist, Franklin Benjamin Gage, Photographer, St. Johnsbury Vermont, Stereoviewspioneeramericanphotographers

1850 Address Unknown, St. Johnsbury, Vermont.[1]

1852-1859 Three Doors South of St Johnsbury House, St. Johnsbury, Vermont.

1852 September 25. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) September 25, 1852, Vol. 16, No. 11, Whole No. 791, P. 3.

F. B. Gage’s Sky-Light Daguerrean Gallery. St Johnsbury Plain, VT. The Subscriber having opened a skylight Daguerrean Gallery, three doors south of St. Johnsbury House, would respectfully announce to the inhabitants of St. Johnsbury and neighboring towns, that he will be happy to wait on all who may wish for a correct likeness of themselves or friends. Having procured all the latest improvements in the Art, he is now able, by a new arrangement of light and the use of new materials, to produce pictures of a most Lifelike & Beautiful Complexion, as all may see by calling and examining specimens. These pictures are finished by a newly discovered process which gives them a richness and durability unsurpassed by any in this country or Europe.

The public are requested to call and examine specimens. Come one and all: you will be equally welcome whether wishing pictures or not. If you have called once call again, and tell your friends to call also, as he will be happy to see you at all times and show you anything new in the Art.

Picture taken in cloudy as well as clear weather.

Perfect likenesses warranted in all cases or no charge.

Copies from Daguerreotypes, Portraits, & c., neatly executed. Miniatures for lockets, pins, rings, &c., taken in the most perfect manner. Views of buildings and scenery taken in a style unsurpassed by any.

Likenesses of sick or deceased persons taken at their residence if desired.

Prices varying from 1 to 8 dollars according to style and finish of case.

Pupils instructed and furnished with apparatus. F. B. Gage. St. Johnsbury, Sept 25, 1852.

Advertisement ran from September 25 to December 18, 1852.

1852 December 11. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) December 11, 1852, Vol. 16, No. 22, Whole No. 802, P. 3.

Daguerreotype Likenesses. Our Neighbor, Mr. Gage, is doing a good business in taking Likenesses. His pictures look well, and he will satisfy all of his customers. He has a fine room for this purpose over E. Hall & Co’s Store.

1852 December 25. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) December 25, 1852, Vol. 16, No. 24, Whole No. 804, P. 3.

A Daguerreotype Song, supposed to have been sung by a lady after having visited F. B. Gage’s Daguerrean Gallery, three doors south of the St. Johnsbury House, St. Johnsbury Plain, Vt.

Air:—Things that I don’t like to see.

One morning last week when I’d nothing to do,

And wanted to see something funny or new,

I went to my cousins Maria and Jane,

To Visit the Daguerreotype Rooms on the Plain.

I merely went in just to make a short call

And look at the pictures that hung on the wall.

But I saw just as soon as I entered the door

I had never seen pictures more perfect before.

For there was Estella, Adelia, and Jane,

And I never saw pictures so rich or so plain;

And John and his sweetheart, and Sam and his wife,

I declare they all look just as natural as life.

There were multitudes more both in cases and frames

But I could never tell you one half of their names,

I though every one looked the nicest and best

Though I think Jenny Lind’s not so good as the rest.

Now when I had seen them, they all looked so fine,

Said I to the Artist, “I’ll sit and have mine.”

Then he had me sit down in a chair at my ease.

And, said he “you may wink just as much as you please.”

And then, when I smile just as much as I ought.

In less than a moment my likeness was caught.

So quickly ‘twas taken, so nicely ‘twas done.

To sit for my picture was nothing but fun.

And every one says, (so I know it must be.)

“That my picture’s a very apt emblem of me.”

Since this is so perfect, I must have another,

To get to the West to my sister and brother.

And then I must have another to send—

But no matter to whom, for he’s only a friend.

And now if the people will hear my advice,

I freely will give it without money or price:

If you want nothing more, give the Artist a call.

Just to look at the pictures that hang on the wall.

Twill do you no harm just to drop in and see.

And take your friends with you, as I did with me.

He can take them as well whether cloudy of fair.

And you’ll find him at home for he always is there.

He’s using a splendid new German Machine.

That was made by one John in the Providence of Wein.

If any should wish to acquire this great Art.

He’ll learn him the trade so he’ll know it by heart.

And his pictures won’t fade, as other Artist’s have done.

For you know that he hangs them right out in the sun

And whether in lockets, pins, rings, or a frame.

You’ll see that his pictures are always the same:

And then, I am sure you’ll conclude with the rest,

That he’s always a little ahead of the best.

Advertisement ran from December 25, 1852 to January 22, 1853.

1853 April 30. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) April 30, 1853, Vol. 16, No. 44, Whole No. 822, P. 3.

Broken Crockery. China, Glass, Earthen, Marble, Alabaster, Pearls, Ivory, Shell, Ornaments, &c., are repaired with a stainless cenebt, and warranted, at the St. Johnsbury Daguerrean Gallery. All persons in want of perfect Daguerreotypes will do well to call soon as the subscriber expects to leave town in a few weeks. F. B. Gage.

Advertisement ran from April 30 to June 18, 1853.

1853 June 11. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) June 11, 1853, Vol. 16, No. 47, Whole No. 828, P. 3.

Marriages. In this town, June 6, by Rev. W. B. Bond, Mr. F. B. Gage and Miss Laurietta Huntly, all of this town.

1853 June 25. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) June 25, 1853, Vol. 16, No. 49, Whole No. 830, P. 3.

Sign Stolen. Look Out for Rogues.

The ancient Sign of the “Old Daguerrean”

No More at E. Hall’s store { ? ]

For some rascally rogues, the other night,

Took it down and carried it out of sight.

Perhaps it was done from spite and spleen,

Or, perhaps, to plague the “Old Daguerrean,”

But the “Old Daguerrean,” he’ll pocket the wrong, And laugh at the rascals in his song.

Their labor of love was all in vain,

For the “Old Daguerrean” still works on the Plain,

And the people will come, as they can before,

To the Daguerrean rooms over E. Hall’s store.

With Pictures to suit from one dollar to four,

He sells them some days by the dozen or score,

And the crowds that go in, and the crowds that go out,

Tell the world what the “Old Daguerrean is about.

And since there’s no reason why he should depart,

You’ll find him at home and at work at his Art,

And the pictures he takes will plainly attest,

That the “Old Daguerrean” is ahead of the best.

Advertisement ran from June 25 to July 2, 1853.

1853 August 20. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) August 20, 1853, Vol. 17, No. 5, Whole No. 838, P. 3.

“The Old Daguerreen.” Will open his daguerrean Gallery August 22 and be ready to wait on his customers there-after. St. Johnsbury, Aug 20, 1853.

Advertisement ran from August 20 to October 1, 1853.

1853 October 8. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) October 8, 1853, Vol. 17, No. 12, Whole No. 845, P. 3.

“The Old Daguerrean.” Premium Daguerreotypes. Let it be remembered that the “Old Dagerrean” of St. Johnsbury drew the premium on daguerreotypes at the late fair; and his pictures are pronounced by good judges to be equal, if not superior to the best city operators. Read what the newspapers say of the “old daggerrean:”

“He is really an excellent Artist and worthy of patronage.”—Anonymous Reporter.

“He is a capital workman in his line.”—The Caledonian.

Pictures of all sizes and styles put up at prices from 1 to 10 dollars. Pupils instructed in the art.

Call and examine Specimens. F. B. Gage St Johnsbury, Oct. 1853.

Advertisement ran from October 8 to December 3, 1853.

1853 December 3. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) December 3, 1853, Vol. 17, No. 20, Whole No. 853, P. 4.

Children’s Daguerreotypes. Daguerreotypes of infants and small children are taken at the St. Johnsbury Daguerreotype Gallery in fair weather, between the hours of 10 A. M. and 1½ P. M., by a new process which renders success almost certain. Older persons taken in all kinds of weather and at all times of day. Always at home.

Forward Your Faces.

Wanted —Five cords hard wood fitted for the stove, and seasoned under shelter, for which a liberal price will be paid. Call and see. Any quantity of green wood taken in exchange for Daguerreotypes. F. B. Gage.

Advertisement ran from December 3, 1853 to February 11, 1854.

1854 January 14. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) January 14, 1854, Vol. 17, No. 26, Whole No. 859, P. 3.

Wonderful Invention. Patent Stereoscopic or Statuary Daguerrean Gallery.

Since new things arise in these wonderful times,

I’ll tell you some news in some new-fangled rhymes:

Having nothing to do one bright afternoon,

I dropped into Gage’s Daguerrean Saloon.

And saw an invention so wonderous and new,

If you’ll listen a moment I’ll tell it to you.

Two pictures are taken of one person’s face,

And carefully finished and put in a case,

And two lenses before them are placed with precision.

To produce what is called “binocular vision”:

And when you look in through those lenses so blue,

What a wonderful sight rises up to your view!

There the person stands in the blue atmosphere,

Just as large as in life, just as perfect and clear,

Every thread of the dress a very wrinkle is there.

Even the pours of the skin and the fibers of the hair:

And you look till the sight all your sences mislead.

And you cry—Tis no picture, tis the person, indeed!

“Tis the strangest invention there is in these times,

As true in its nature as ‘tis in my rhyme:

And since ‘tis a Patent and Gage has a Right.

Call in then and ask him to show you “the sight.”

And when you have seen it, I’m sure you will say;

You’ll have your own picture put in that way.

The following commendation is from the Scientific American:—‘By looking through these (Lenses) the person whose likeness is taken, stands out solid and life-like, no more resembling a common picture than a statue does an oil painting. No one can have the least idea of the beauty of this invention, until he sees such pictures with his own eyes.’

Advertisement ran from January 14 to March 18, 1854.

1854 September 16. The Caledonian (St. Johnsbury, Vermont) September 16, 1854, Vol. 18, No. 10, Whole No. 894, P. 3.

St. Johnsbury Daguerrean Gallery. Gage’s Mezzotint Statutypes. Something New! These pictures are different from any ever before offered to the public, and are considered by the best judges the most desirable of likeness which the Daguerrean Art is capable of producing. They have all the roundness and apparent solidity of a perfect statue, combined with all the richness of the most brilliant Mezzotint engraving. Pictures taken in this style have more character than if taken in the usual way, as every line angle and wrinkle of the face is chiseled with the most unerring certainty; and all the peculiarities of expression are retained in the greatest perfection.—Light blue eyes taken by this process retain their expression, and have all the perfection of life.

The method of taking the Statutypes was discovered (after making a great variety of experiments) by F. B. Gage, of St. Johnsbury, and is known and practiced by him only. Specimens of these pictures are on exhibition at his Gallery. Artists are especially requested to call and examine them.

Pictures taken in all kinds of weather, and perfect satisfaction guaranteed or no pay. Instruction given in the Art. Any person wishing to learn the trade will find an excellent opportunity to do so by applying soon.

Advertisement ran from September 16 to December 2, 1854,

1854 September 30. The Caledonian (St. Johnsbury, Vermont) September 30, 1854, Vol. 18, No. 12, Whole No. 896, P. 3.

Caledonia County Fair. The annual Cattle Fair of the Caledonia County Agricultural Society was held at Danville, on Wednesday and Thursday…Premiums Awarded…

Daguerreotypes.

1st,, E. Perry, Danville, 1.00

2d., F. B. Gage, St. Johnsbury, .50

1854 November 18. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) November 18, 1854, Vol. 18, No. 19, Whole No. 903, P. 3.

St. Johnsbury Daguerrean Gallery, Greatly Enlarged. On account of the great rush of business the subscriber, finding it impossible to supply the demand for likenesses, has enlarged and otherwise greatly improved his Gallery. He has also engaged the services of two or three able associates, and trust that the future, he will not be obliged to send any away empty. His success in business has been such that he feels warranted in saying that the reputation of his Gallery is not surpassed by any other, either in or out of the State. Having enlarged his light and purchased a camera more than four times large as those in general use, he is now prepared to take family groups from two to twenty, in a style unsurpassed by any other establishment. His pictures at all times will be furnished I the best style of the art, and warranted. The Mezzotint Statutypes on exhibition at his Gallery are considered superior to all other pictures and are worthy an examination. Come and see them. F. B. Gage. St. Johnsbury.

Advertisement ran from November 18, 1854 to March 24, 1855.

1855 March 31. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) March 31, 1855, Vol. 18, No. 38, Whole No. 922, P. 3.

F. B. Gage, Daguerreotypist And Statutypist, St. Johnsbury, Vt. St. Johnsbury Daguerrean Gallery. Gage’s Mezzotint Statutypes. Something New!

These pictures are different from any before offered to the public, and are considered by the best judges the most desirable style of likeness which the Daguerrean Art is capable of producing. They have all the roundness and apparent solidity of a perfect statue, combined with all the richness of the most brilliant Mezzotint engraving. Pictures taken in this style have more character than if taken in the usual way, as every line, angle and wrinkle of the face is chiseled with the most unerring certainty, and all the peculiarities of expression are retained in the greatest perfection.—Light blue eyes taken by this process retain their expression, and have all the perfection of life.

Advertisement ran from March 31 to July 28, 1855.

1855 July 28. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) July 28, 1855, Vol. 19, No. 3, Whole No. 939, P. 3.

Ambrotypes. Patented in the United States, Great Britain and France. The term Ambrotype, by which these pictures are designated, is derived from the Greek word Ambrotos, signifying everlasting. The picture is taken on plate glass, over which is placed a corresponding glass, the two being united by one indestructible gum, enabling the picture to retain its brilliancy for ages; it will not corrode at sea, or change in any climate; is beautiful in tone, bold and clear in its effect, and may be seen in any light. These pictures are taken at the St. Johnsbury daguerrean Gallery, where specimens may be seen.—Come and see them. F. B. Gage.

Advertisement ran from July 25 to October 27, 1855.

1855 October 27. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) October 27, 1855, Vol. 19, No. 16, Whole No. 952, P. 3.

F. B. Gage, Daguerreotypist And Statutypist, St. Johnsbury, Vt. St. Johnsbury Daguerrean Gallery. Gage’s Mezzotint Statutypes. Something New!

Advertisement ran from October 27 to November 17, 1855

1856 January 12. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) January 12, 1856, Vol. 19, No. 27, Whole No. 963, P. 3.

The Old Daguerrean.

Since the sleighing

Is so splendid,

And may soon be

Quite suspended,

Come up beaux and

Belles together,

Get your pictures

This fine weather.

Come good father

And fond mother,

Come with sister

And with brother;

Ere with palsy

Ye be shaken,

Come to Gage’s

And be taken!

Whether fleshy

Lean or Sharky,

Come up white folks

Come up darkey;

Both for ugly

Folks, and clever.

Gage takes pictures

Better’n ever.

Advertisement ran from January 12 to April 12, 1856.

1856 March 8. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) March 8, 1856, Vol. 19, No. 35, Whole No. 971, P. 3.

Ambrotypes. On account of the [demand] for Ambrotypes, the St. Johnsbury Daguerrean Gallery is open for the production of these beautiful and imperishable pictures, and my time will be devoted exclusively to this branch of picture taking.

As the chemicals used in this art are very Poisonous To The Artist, I shall not follow it more than a week, or ten days at most, and all those in want of these never-fading pictures must apply within that time or they will lose the opportunity. F. B. Gage.

1856 May 3. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) May 3, 1856, Vol. 19, No. 43, Whole No. 979, P. 3.

Ambrotypes. To Everybody. As this advertisement has never before been in print, and may never be again, the public are advised to read it, and permission is hereby respectfully given them to do so.

Have you heard what all the rage is?

‘Tis the Ambrotypes at Gages;

Pictures that are called by sages

The greatest wonder of modern ages.

To The Ladies.

Having lately enlarged my Gallery, and

fitted up a Reception Room in magnificent style,

the ladies will now find it pleasant to call and look

at the pictures. I would also remind them that

Queer old maids that’s cross and fretty

And young girls intensely pretty,

Wearing curls extremely jetty,

Will be very sure to get a

Capital Ambrotype at Gage’s.

About Babies.

Certain days will be mostly devoted to

taking pictures of babies of all styles

and qualities, such as

Babies little and babies bigger,

Babies that can squall with vigor,

Babies that cut quite a figure,

And all sorts, from white to nigger.

N. B.—Nigger means them that is sable complexioned

To The Gentlemen.

The Gentlemen will not be sent away empty,

as I am better than ever before prepared

To Extract

Men of wealth, and men of Fashion.

Men that sometimes get in passion

Men that put all sorts of trash on,

And in fact,

Any one brings the cash on!

F. B. Gage, Artist. St Johnsbury, May 1, 1856.

Advertisement ran from May 1, 1856 to July 5, 1856.

1856 June 7. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) June 7, 1856, Vol. 19, No. 48, Whole No. 948, P. 3.

Beautiful Imperishable Ambrotypes Taken by the Man with the Long Flowing Beard.

Advertisement ran from June 7, 1856 to November 8, 1856.

1856 August 16. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) August 16, 1856, Vol. 20, No.6, Whole No. 994, P. 3.

Photographs: Beautiful Pictures on Paper. Ambrotypes: Imperishable Pictures on Glass.

Daguerreotypes: Are taken as usual at the St. Johnsbury Daguerrean Gallery.

Illuminated Ambrotypes: The Illumination of the Ambrotype was invented by F. B. Gage. They are more beautiful than any other picture. They are made by the inventor only and can be procured only by applying to the man with the Long Flowing Beard.

Advertisement ran from August 16 to November 8, 1856.

1856 October 4. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) October 4, 1856, Vol. 20, No.13, Whole No. 1004, P. 2.

List Of Premiums Awarded At The Annual Fair Of The Caledonian Co. Agricultural Society, Held At St. Johnsbury, Sept. 23 & 24, 1856…

Miscellaneous Articles…

Best specimen Daguerreotypes &c.. F. B. Gage, St. Johnsbury 2.00

1856 October 10. Orleans Independent Standard. (Irasburgh, Vermont.) October 10, 1856, Vol. I, No. 40, P. 3.

Ambrotypes: Imperishable Pictures On Glass. Photographs: And other beautiful pictures are taken in the Greatest Perfection. By the man with the Long Flowing Beard, At St. Johnsbury, Vt.

Advertisement ran from October 10, 1856 to April 3, 1857.

1856 November 15. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) November 15, 1856, Vol. 20, No.19, Whole No. 1007, P. 3.

Gage’s Farwell.

Gage Is Going To Leave

These ‘ere frosty diggings,

And take no more pictures

Over Hall & Higgins’:

For he’s bound to flourish

In some Western city

Where the wintery weather

Aint so cold and gritty.

Therefore all ye people

Take this little warning:

Gage is going early

Some bright pleasant morning,

And if you want pictures

That beat all the nation;

Shun that little word

Called procrastination.

For a few weeks longer,

In all kinds of weather,

Gage will take the beaux and

Laughing belles together.

So bring your faces

And don’t stand a-croaking,

Gage means what is written

Without any joking!

Advertisement ran from November 15 to 29, 1856.

1856 November 15. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) November 15, 1856, Vol. 20, No.19, Whole No. 1007, P. 3.

This may certify, That Mr. F. B. Gage of St. Johnsbury, Vt., received theb following premiums at the First Annual Fair of the Conn. River Valley Agricultural & Industrial Association, held at Bradford, Vt. Oct. 14, 15 & 16, 1856.

1st premium on Ambrotypes, $3.00

1st “ Photographs, $2.00

1st “ Colortypes, $2.00

Advertisement ran from November 15 to 29, 1856.

1857 April 4. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) April 4, 1857, Vol. 20, No. 39, Whole No. 1027, P. 3.

Gage & Rowell, Ambrotype & Photographic Artists, St. Johnsbury, Vt., & Littleton, N. H. The Gallery at Littleton will be open only two or three weeks in every twelve. Open April 8, for one or two weeks.

Ambrotypes taken at less price than formerly. Old daguerreotypes cleaned to look as well aas new. Oil Paintings cleaned and Varnished.

At Bradford Fair, Mr. Gage drew

1st Premium on Ambrotypes $3.00

1st Premium on Photographs $2.00

1st Premium on Colorotypes $2.00

At Caledonia Fair,

1st Premium on Daguerreotypes, &c. $2.00

(From the People’s Journal,)

“We feel warranted in recommending Mr. Gage as one of the first artist in the country.”

(From the White Mountain Banner.)

“Mr. Gage’s reputation is not excelled by anyartist in New England.”

(From the Caledonian.)

“Mr. Gage is an adapt in the line of his profession.”

(Humphrey’s Daguerrean Journal published in New York, City, says:)

“Mr. Gage’s Photographs are Gems. We can confidently say that we have never seen so pleasing a collection from one operator. They are an honor to the artist.”

Advertisement ran from April 4 to 25, 1857.

1857 May 2. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) May 2, 1857, Vol. 20, No. 43, Whole No. 1031, P. 4.

& So Forth, & So On. By The Flowing Beard.

How swiftly the moment of life hurry on,

Nor slow forth, nor slow on.

But swift as the tide of a swift rushing river

They flow forth & flow on,

Towards that dark, solemn land, where the

Footsteps of man

Never go forth, nor go on—

& so forth, & so on.

Then O, as you row down the River of Life,

As you row forth, & row on.

Have thy likenesses preserved in a case or a frame

To show forth & show on.

When thy form lieth cold in that land where no flowers

Ever grow forth, or grow on—

& so forth & so on.

Then take my advice, oh! Ye pictureless tribe!

Good advice as I know on;

With some “rocks” in your pockets, go forth

From your homes

Just go forth, & go on.

Not stop ‘till you reach Gage & Rowell’s Saloon.

With a good healthy glow on,

& so forth, & so on.

And e’en though the weather be cloudy or fair,

Or snow forth or snow on:

And e’en tho’ the tempest should rise in its wrath,

& blow forth & blow on.

Will take you a picture, you won’t be ashamed

When you go forth & so on.

To show forth & show on—

& so forth & so on.

Our Ambrotype pictures are greatly improved,

As we go forth, & go on.

Until they surpass everything in the world

That we hear on, or know on:

And our prices of late we have greatly reduced,

As we show forth & show on,

& so forth & so on.

Advertisement ran from May 2 to July 18, 1857.

1857 June 20. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) June 20, 1857, Vol. 20, No. 50, Whole No. 1038, P. 3.

Good Wheat. A Few bushels of Good wheat wanted in exchange for cash. F. B. Gage.

Advertisement ran from June 20 to 27, 1857.

1857 September 5. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) September 5, 1857, Vol. 21, No. 9, Whole No. 1048, P. 3.

Get The Best Ambrotypes.

Get The Best Photographs.

Get The Best Likenesses

Of You selves,

Your Wives,

Your Children &

Your Friends.

Pictures furnished with all the latest improvements at Gage & Rowell. St. Johnsbury.

Advertisement ran from September 5 to November 14, 1857.

1857 September 26. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) September 26, 1857, Vol. 21, No. 12, Whole No. 1052, P. 3.

List Of Premiums. Premiums awarded by the Caledonia County Agricultural Society holden at St. Johnsbury on the 23d and 24th days of Sept., 1857…

Miscellaneous Articles…

Messrs. Gage & Rowell, St. Johnsbury, Photographs, Daguerreotypes, &c. 1.

1857 November 14. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) November 14, 1857, Vol. 21, No. 19, Whole No. 1059, P. 3.

Pictures for the Time! Ambrotypes For 25 Cents At gage & Rowell.

Then bring your sons

(As our cheap machine runs

Only three weeks from date,)

And take out your daughters

And trot out your quarters

Before its too late.

Johnsbury, Nov. 12, 1857.

Advertisement ran from November 14, 1857 to January 30, 1858.

1858 February 13. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) February 13, 1858, Vol. 21, No. 32, Whole No. 1072, P. 3.

“Life Size!!” Life Size Photographs: That surpass the most delicate Steel Engravings, at Gage’s.

Life Size Photographs Colored in oil colors until they surpass the portraits of the Old Masters, at Gage’s.

Improved Ambrotypes From 50 cents to 10 dollars each, at Gage’s.

Pictures of ‘Life Size’ are made at no other Gallery in Vermont. Come And See Them!!! F. B. Gage.

Advertisement ran from February 13 to August 7, 1858.

1858 September 25. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) September 25, 1858, Vol. 22, No. 12, Whole No. 1104, P. 2.

Caledonia County Fair…Second Day—Thursday…Floral Hall…Mr. Gage occupied one corner of the room, mostly with Photographs, both of individuals and rural scenery. They were pictures that do credit to the “man with the long flowing beard,” “and so-forth and so-on/”

Premiums…Miscellaneous Articles…

Best specimens of photographs, F. B. Gage 1.

1858 November 13. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) November 13, 1858, Vol. 22, No. 19, Whole No. 1111, P. 3.

Ten Reasons Why Daguerreotypes are Better than Ambrottypes.

They are more beautiful.

They are more lasting/

They are more life-like.

Not so liable to break.

Not liable to spot.

They never crack.

They never peal.

They never turn yellow.

The people are better pleased with them.

The public desire a return to the old favorite.

Therefore Daguerreotypes may be obtained at the St. Johnsbury Portrait Gallery. Photographs taken as usual.

Advertisement ran from November 13 to December 25, 1858.

1858 December 25. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) September 25, 1858, Vol. 22, No. 25, Whole No. 1117, P. 3.

Ambrotype Circular From the St. Johnsbury Portrait Gallery. F. B. Gage.

Jacob And Rachel. (A New Translation.)

Now Rachel had a desire to please Jacob. And she entered into the presence of a certain “Circulating Medium” And the ‘Medium’ took her face away from her, and fastened it unto glass, and he called it Ambrotype. And she paid him one shekel of silver, which is twenty-five cents.

And she came and showed it unto Jacob. And when Jacob saw it, he kissed not the picture,—but he lifted up his eyes and howled. And he said it is not like unto thee; neither is it beautiful.

And moreover it hath that about it which will cause it to fade; having not that hard Patent Enamel which renders it imperishable.

And he cast it away from him and would behold it no more.

Now Rachel was sorely grieved, and she went into her chamber and wept. And she said “what shall I do?”

And behold a vision came unto her saying: “Go into the presence of the the man with the Long Beard, and it shall be told thee what thou shalt do.

Then she straitway (sic.) departed and entered into his presence. And behold her eyes were dazzled with the beauty of his pictures.

And he took her face away from her upon a glass; And he covered it with his Patent Imperishable Enamel. She paid him one shekel of silver, which is twenty-five cents neither more nor less.

Now when Rachel was come again where Jacob was, she showed it unto him. And behold he sized it, and when he had looked upon it he danced in the magnitude of his joy. Then he kissed Rachel and he said: It is even more beautiful than thou’et it hath thy resemblance perfect, Then he lifted up his eyes and kissed the picture, and he said; “It hath the taste of thy lips and I know it is like unto thee!” And Jacob showed it to all the regions round about, that others might go into the presence of the Long Beard, and do likewise.

1859 January 29. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) January 29, 1859, Vol. 22, No. 30, Whole No. 1122, P. 3.

Judgement Come at Last. The validity of James A. Cutting’s Ambrotype and Photographic Patents having been established by judicial decision. Every Artist in Boston has been compelled to buy a license and place himself under bonds not to sell any pictures for a less sum than 50 cents each.

The Artists of Caledonian county will be compelled to enter into the same arrangement. F. B. Gage, Agent for Patentees. St. Johnsbury, Vt

Advertisement ran on January 29 & February 5, 1859.

1859 April 30. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) April 30, 1859, Vol. 22, No. 43, Whole No. 1122, P. 2.

A Good Job. Gage does not dabble in poetry to the neglect of the chemicals. He is now engaged in engraving Negative Photographic Plates for the Stereoscope, from which millions of photographic pictures may be taken. Mr. Gage is employed by a New York house and we understand that this will not be less than a thousand dollar job for him. He is out now taking views of some of the wildest and most picturesque scenery for which Vermont is so noted. Some of our readers would be surprised at the beauty of such a picture as the Lyndon Falls, or a backwoods sugar camp, as brought out by an artist in a modern stereoscope. The fact that Mr. Gage is employed for this undertaking is only another evidence of his acknowledged superiority abroad as an artist. He is an inventor as well as a practical artist. He has now a book in press treating subjects connected with the art which he has so long made a study, the copyright of which is already sold. Aside from this, he is aregular paid contributor to a leading New York Journal, the articles of which are copied into a London paper, and from that translated into both French and German. We only mention these facts to show that we have an artist among us whose skill is appreciated and acknowledged by those who “know what’s what.”

1859 July 9. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) July 9, 1859, Vol. 23, No.1, Whole No. 1145, P. 2.

Omitted. [from an article entitled “The Business Of St. Johnsbury.”]

It was not our intention to slight any of our business population in the short account which we gave of the business of St, Johnsbury in last week’s paper, but we find that we omitted several. For instance:

F. B. Gage, the photograph, ambrotype and daguerreotype artist, is not the man to be slighted by us. Then there is…

1859 July16. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) July 16, 1859, Vol. 23, No.2, Whole No. 1146, P. 2.

Stereoscopic Views. Mr. F. B. Gage succeeded in getting several stereoscopic views of the crowd that were collected here tge 4^th, among the most interesting of which figure the Fantastics.

1859 August 13. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) August 13, 1859, Vol. 23, No.6, Whole No. 1150, P. 3.

Sterescopic (sic.) Pictures and Sterescopes for sale at Gage’s.

The Wreck Of The Train of Aug. 9th; a striking picture for the Sterescope, for sale at Gage’s.

White Mountain Views, for the Sterescope, for sale at Gage’s.

Family Groups, made for the Sterescope at Gage’s.

Ambrotypes greatly improved and Photographs as usual at Gage’s.

Advertisement ran from August 13 to December 3, 1859.

1859 October 8. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) October 8, 1859, Vol. 23, No.17, Whole No. 1158, P. 2.

Caledonia County Fair…Second Day…Floral Hall…Photographs from Gage’s.

1859 December 3. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) December 3, 1859, Vol. 23, No.25, Whole No. 1166, P. 3.

Selling Out at Cost. Cheap Ambrotypes

Twenty-five cents a pop,

Over to Gage’s shop;

Popping ‘em fast as he can,

Woman, baby and man:

Making a regular rout,

Cleaning the Old Stock out,

For twenty-five cents a crack,

At either your face or back.

Short is the day of Grace,

Shave and forward your face,

Deborah, Jack and Nance,

Our you, will lose the chance:

The chance of getting a pop

For a Quarter, at Gage’s shop,

For when the old stock is through,

Higher the price of the new.

Advertisement ran from December 3 to 30, 1859.

1874 August 16. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) August 16, 1874, Vol. 38, No. 1935, P. 3.

Death of F. B. Gage. The death of Mr. F. B. Gage removes from our place a long-time resident, and an eccentric and in some respects remarkable character. He was eccentric in his dress, looks, and manner of life. Always wearing, his beard long and flowing, years ago when short beards were the style, he became a marked man. During a newspaper controversy some dozen or more years ago, he was designated by his opponent as “the man of rough exterior.” This nom de plume rather pleased than offended Mr. Gage, and he afterwards of and ten assumed it. Mr. Gage’s mind was of quite a literary [turn]. He formerly wrote a good deal of poetry, but later years he has given mor attention to story-writing, and was quite successful, especially in writing childrens’ stories, many of which were published in the Youth’s Companion. Some of his early poems had merit in both sentiment and wit, and many of them found their way into these columns in years past. He battled with disease all his life, and we doubt if he saw a “well day” in the last twenty years. He leaves a wife and four children.

In one of Mr. Gage’s published poems is the following verse which is appropriate to appear with this notice.

I have a treasure in the blue Beyound!

And since my brow is wrinkled o’er with time.

And all my dearest hopes have passed away

Seeking my treasures in that viewless clime.

I shall lay by my staff some Autumn day.

And pass into the blue Beyond!

1874 October 2. The Caledonian. (St. Johnsbury, Vermont.) October 2, 1874, Vol. 38, No. 1940, P. 3. Deaths. In St

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

Benton, Oliver Benton

April 9, 2025Daguerreotypes, Photographs, StereoviewsBatavia New York, Buffalo New York, Butternuts New York, Cooperstown New York, Daguerreotypist, Delhi New York, Evans & Powelson, Franklin New York, Geneva New York, Laurens New York, Louisville New York, Norwich New York, Oliver Benton Evans, Otego New York, Photographer, Stereoviews, Troy New York, Unadilla New Yorkpioneeramericanphotographers

1846 Eagle Tavern, Cooperstown, New York.

1846 Address Unknown, Norwich, New York.

1846 E. W. Yates’ Hotel, Louisville, New York.

1846 Address Unknown, Butternuts, New York.

1846 Address Unknown, Laurens, New York.

1846 Address Unknown, Otego, New York.

1847 Address Unknown, Buffalo, New York.

1847 Rooms at Mr. E. S. Edgerton’s residence, Franklin, New York

1847 Address Unknown, Delhi, New York.

1847 Address Unknown, Unadilla, New York.

1847 Address Unknown, Troy, New York.

1848 Room on Water Street, one door west of Hall’s Jewelry Store, Geneva, N. Y.

1848-1850 220 Main Street, Buffalo, New York.

1850 218 Main Street, Buffalo, New York.

1851-1853 214 Main Street, Townsend Hall, Buffalo, New York.

1851-1856 214 Main Street, Buffalo, New York.[1]

1852 Champion Buildings, nearly opposite the Eagle Tavern, Batavia, New York.

1856 Over Sackett’s Harbor Bank, Buffalo, New York.¹

1857 over 214 & 216 Main Street, Buffalo, New York.¹

1859 Erie Street, corner Main Street, Buffalo, New York.¹

1846 January 17. The Freeman’s Journal. (Cooperstown, New York.) January 17, 1846, Vol. XXXVIII, No. XXI, P. 3.

Premium Photographic Miniatures, At the Eagle Tavern, Cooperstown. O. Benton Evans Would most respectfully solicit a call from the people of Cooperstown and vicinity, and have their miniatures executed by way of experiment, free of expense. Those who have not seen the improved Photographs cannot form any conception of their present beauty. For strength of relief, fineness of shading, and beauty of color, they now surpass any other method of portraying in miniature the human form.

By an improvement of the achromatic lens, Mr. E. can execute miniatures from half the size of sixpence to the largest miniature size, and in all weather, from 8 o’clock A. M. until 3 P. M., enveloped in frames, cases lockets or pins, in any attitude or costume the individual may please to assume.

At the late Fair of the Rensselaer Co. Agricultural Society, the subscriber had awarded to him the first premium and the highest honors for the best specimens ever seen by the committee, in competition with some of the best operators in this country; also for the best construction of apparatus.

Gentlemen and ladies can receive instruction in this art, and apparatus furnished at New York prices. Immediate attention is absolutely necessary.

N. B.—A carriage will be furnished, free of expense, for the conveyance of any number of Ladies or Gentlemen, not less than six, by forwarding their address to the subscriber.

Advertisement ran from January 17 to April 11, 1846.

1846 April 11. The Freeman’s Journal. (Cooperstown, New York.) April 11, 1846, Vol. XXXVIII, No. XXXIII, P. 3.

Daguerreotype. By the most earnest solicitations, the subscriber has been persuaded to remain through the coming week, for he express purpose of Portraiting the Elderly People of this place and vicinity.

N. B. Gentlemen studying professions, or wishing to travel, will find this the most respectable and lucrative business now extant. O. B. Evans.

1846 August 15. The Freeman’s Journal. (Cooperstown, New York.) August 15, 1846, Vol. XXXVIII, No. LI, P. 3.

Photographic. (Norwich, Chenango County.) O. B. Evans returns his most sincere thanks to his old friends and patrons in the principal cities and villages, wherein he has operated for the last four years with unparalleled success, and still solicits the patronage of all who wish to “see themselves as they are seen by others.” And all who may wish instructions and apparatus will need apply immediately. Mr. E. has made (in addition to his long experience in the art,) a new and valuable discovery Operators in the country, who find it difficult to operate in extreme temperatures of weather, can be instructed in a few days to operate with perfect certainty.

1846 September 19. The Freeman’s Journal. (Cooperstown, New York.) September 19, 1846, Vol. XXX, No. IV, P. 3.

O. B. Evans’ Daguerrian Gallery, (At E. W. Yates’ Hotel,) Louisville, Otsego Co., N. Y.

Advertisement ran from September 19 to 26, 1846.

1846 October 10. The Freeman’s Journal. (Cooperstown, New York.) October 10, 1846, Vol. XXXIX, No. VII, P. 1.

Otsego County Cattle Show And Fair….Discretionary Premiums…..

Specimens of daguerreotype, O. B. Evans, Butt’s, 1.00

The Daguerreotype Miniatures and Pictures taken by Mr. O. B. Evans, recently of this village, and now of Butternuts, drew forth the praise of all, as almost every one readily recognized the familiar faces of many of our respected citizens. Such efforts in the art can hardly be excelled in our cities.

1846 November 28. The Freeman’s Journal. (Cooperstown, New York.) November 28, 1846, Vol. XXXIX, No. XIV, P. 3.

Daguerreotypes! O. B. Evans’ Photographic Miniature Gallery at Laurens, Otsego county, and will also visit Otego, Unadilla and Delhi in a few days. All who would desire these perfect and valuable Mementos of themselves and friends, must be ready on Mr. E.’s arrival. Those who are acquainted with the celebrity of the above, will need no further comment. November 20, 1846.

Advertisement ran on November 28 and December 5, 1846.

1847 January 13. Delaware Gazette. (Delhi, New York.) January 13, 1847, Vol. XXVIII, No. 14, P. 2.

Photographic.—Mr. O. B. Evans, whose advertisement will be found in another column, is expected here in a few days, for the purpose of taking Miniatures by the Daguerreotype process. From the specimens we have seen, we think it superior to anything of the kind ever before shown us. Mr. Evans has testimonials from gentlemen of the highest respectability and standing, many of whom are known to our citizens. Among those we have seen, is a highly complementary note from J. Fennimore Cooper, Esq., Rev. A. E. Campbell, Pastor of the Presbyterian Church, Cooperstown, and Hon. John H. Prentiss, editor of the Freeman’s Journal—Names that would not have been given to a person unworthy of public confidence.

1847 January 13. Delaware Gazette. (Delhi, New York.) January 13, 1847, Vol. XXVIII, No. 14, P. 3.

Photographic. O. Benton Evans, Celebrated Daguerrian, With his Gallery of Three Hundred Miniatures, will visit Delhi in a few days. Persons who have not satisfactory pictures, taken by inferior and incompetent operators can be furnished with Miniatures executed by a different process, and entirely superior to any ever before taken in this County—not inferior to the most celebrated Oil Paintings.

Advertisement ran from January 13 to March 24, 1847.

1847 February 24. Delaware Gazette. (Delhi, New York.) February 24, 1847, Vol. XXVIII, No. 20, P. 3.

O. B. Evans’ most grateful acknowledgments are due to the people of Franklin and vicinity, for the very liberal patronage which he has received in the last four weeks, and would also solicit a call from the people of Delhi and adjacent towns, who may wish Miniatures of themselves and friends, taken in all weather, from the size of a sixpence to the largest Miniature size, enveloped in frames, cases,, lockets, finger rings and bracelets, as the purchaser desires.

Mr. E. has also lense for executing pictures larger and entirely superior to any ever offered to this community. Persons with light eyes and hair, can have pictures with equal perspicuity as those of dark.

The most experienced and artistical skill will be given to position and equalizing the light and shade on the face so as to retain every minutia and life like expression and entirely obviate the cadaverous and mechanical appearance which is so universally common to Daguerreotypes taken by young, inexperienced and inefficient Daguerrians.

The subscriber is one of the oldest operators now in America, together with testimonials from distinguished individuals to substantiate all the above assertions; also a large Gallery of Pictures with different positions, complexions, dress &c., so that persons from analogy, can choose a position satisfactory to the most fastidious observer.

Rooms at Mr. E. S. Edgerton’s residence.

1847 March 10. Delaware Gazette. (Delhi, New York.) March 10, 1847, Vol. XXVIII, No. 22, P. 3.

The subscriber is under the necessity of giving notice to all who may wish unparalled miniatures of themselves and friends, to give notice two or three days in advance, to avoid coming in collision with others.

N. B.—Thee special attention of the people of this place and vicinity is called to an inspection of miniatures taken of R. Parker, esq., and others, which have not their equal this side of New York, and not surpassed in the world.

Persons from the country are also respectfully invited to call before purchasing elsewhere. Entire satisfaction is guaranteed both in price and Miniatures. O. B. Evans.

Advertisement ran from March 10 to April 14, 1847.

1847 March 24. Delaware Gazette. (Delhi, New York.) March 24, 1847, Vol. XXVIII, No. 24, P. 3.

Premium Daguerreotypes. The subscriber will remain only this week. The like valuable opportunity will doubtless never be offered to the people of Delhi again. O. B. Evans.

Advertisement ran from March 24 to April 7, 1847.

1847 April 14. Delaware Gazette. (Delhi, New York.) April 14, 1847, Vol. XXVIII, No. 27, P. 3.

The Last Notice to the People of Delhi and vicinity. The subscriber will positively leave this place for Unadilla on Friday next. All persons having unfinished pictures, are respectfully requested to attend to the same immediately.

The people of Unadilla must also be in readiness on his arrival, as his sojourn will be limited to one week only. O. B. Evans.

Mr. E. returns his most grateful acknowledgements to the inhabitants of Delhi and adjacent towns, for the very liberal patronage and courtesy which he has received from all.

1847 December 29. Geneva Courier. (Geneva, New York.) December 29, 1847, Vol. XVIII, No. 1, Whole No. 887, P. 3.

Photographic. Prof. O. B. Evans, who is one of the oldest and most experienced Daguerrians now in America, will visit Geneva in a few days with the most splendid variety of Frames, Cases, and Lockets, that has ever been imported into this country. Pictures executed by an entirely new process. All persons are respectfully solicited to wait and see for themselves.

Advertisement ran from December 29, 1847 to January 19, 1848.

1848 January 1. Geneva Daily Gazette. (Geneva, New York.) January 1, 1848, New Series-Whole No. 157, Vol. IV, No. 1, P. 3.

Advertisement ran from January 1 to February 19, 1848.

1848 February 5. Geneva Daily Gazette. (Geneva, New York.) February 5, 1848, New Series-Whole No. 162, Vol. IV, No. 6, P. 3.

Photographic. Prof. O. B. Evans, who is one of the oldest and most experienced Daguerrians now in America, has fitted up rooms in the second story of the building first door south of Hall’s Jewelry Store, Water Street, where he has the most splendid variety of Frames, Cases and Lockets, that has ever been imported into this country.—Pictures taken by an entirely new process. All persons are respectfully solicited to call and see for themselves.

Advertisement ran from February 5 to March 11, 1848.

1848 February 9. Geneva Courier. (Geneva, New York.) February 9, 1848, Vol. XVIII, No. 1, Whole No. 887, P. 3.

Photographic Pictures. Mr. O. B. Evans, Daguerreotypist, is in town, and has opened a room on Water St., one door west of Hall’s Jewelry Store. He has 4 hundred specimens, and he invites all to call and examine them. Geneva, Feb. 9, 1848.

Advertisement ran from February 9 to March1, 1848.

1848 March 11. Geneva Daily Gazette. (Geneva, New York.) March 11, 1848, New Series-Whole No. 167, Vol. IV, No. 11, P. 2.

Reflection.—Portraits are like wills—they should be executed during the life of the testator. Like the latter, they may also prove most valuable after death. A third resemblance consists in the fact that they both witnesses after execution. For the information of those who are desirous of obtaining a life-like likeness (and who should not be?) we would refer them to the Daguerrean Rooms of our friend Prof. O. B. Evans, first door south of A. B. Hall’s silver-smith shop.

1848 March 15. Geneva Courier. (Geneva, New York.) March 15, 1848, Vol. XVIII, No. 13, Whole No. 898, P. 2.

Photographic! Prof. O. B. Evans is fast perpetuating the beauty of the present inhabitants of Geneva, for the eye of those who may come after them.—He has taken some of the best likenesses we have seen. The Professor’s rooms are in Water street, a few doors north of the Franklin House.

Let those who are young and single, of both sexes, get their likenesses, that they may interchange—let those who are un-single be not backward, that when they have grown old together, their hearts may “fill with life’s young tides again,” as they gaze on themselves in days far gone by—let those who are middle-aged do likewise before they become wrinkled and gray—let those who are old, yet on account of a sweet disposition have preserved a mild and venerable countenance, also be taken, that their grand-children may take knowledge of their pleasant ways and imitate them. And, finally, let those who are old, ill-tempered and ugly, have their faces taken, that their grand-children may see them, and thus avoid “barking up the wrong tree!”

N. B. As this is leap year, single ladies, who are five and ——! Should tender their exact picture to bachelors, and bachelors vice versa. See advertisement.

1848 March 15. Geneva Courier. (Geneva, New York.) March 15, 1848, Vol. XVIII, No. 13, Whole No. 898, P. 3.

Photographic! Prof. O. B. Evans, late of Troy, N. Y., who is the oldest practical Daguerrean now in America, is prepared at all hours from 8 A. M. until 4 P. M. to execute Miniatures by the Late London Process, entirely superior to any ever before exhibited in this part of the state. By this process, it will be seen that picture possess a strength not inferior to the most celebrated Oil Paintings, yet preserving all the beauty of light and shade which can be found in finest mezzotint engraving. These pictures are also made indelible by the patent gilding, which gives them that peculiar tone which is seen in none taken by the old process; in short, their beauty is past description—persons must examine them to be able to judge of their perfection.

The subscriber has a variety of Frames, Cases and Lockets, of the richest quality, not surpassed in the world—made only to his order!

A call from the people of Geneva and vicinity is respectfully solicited. Persons visiting town should not neglect this rare opportunity.

Instruction given and apparatus furnished to all who may wish to embark in this respectable vocation.

Rooms on Water street, a few doors north of the Franklin House.

Advertisement ran from March 15 to 29, 1848.

1848 March 18. Geneva Daily Gazette. (Geneva, New York.) March 18, 1848, New Series-Whole No. 168, Vol. IV, No. 12, P. 3.

The subscriber has a variety of Frames, Cases and Lockets, of the richest quality, not surpassed in the world—made only to his order!

A call from the people of Geneva and vicinity is respectfully solicited. Persons visiting town should not neglect this rare opportunity.

Instruction given and apparatus furnished to all who may wish to embark in this respectable vocation.

Rooms on Water street, a few doors north of the Franklin House.

Advertisement ran from March 18 to May 7, 1848.

1848 March 29. Geneva Courier. (Geneva, New York.) March 29, 1848, Vol. XVIII, No. 15, Whole No. 900, P. 3.

Photography. Through the gentlemanly courtesy of Mr. J. S. Lewis, (late of New Orleans,) Prof. O. B. Evans is enabled to show his patrons a correct daguerreotype of old “Rough And Ready.”

1848 April 5. Geneva Courier. (Geneva, New York.) April 5, 1848, Vol. XVIII, No. 16, Whole No. 901, P. 3.

Photographic! Prod. O. B. Evans would say that his sojourn is limited to a very few days. All persons having unfinished pictures are respectfully solicited to attend to it immediately.

Advertisement ran from April 5 to 26, 1848.

1848 August 31. Buffalo Morning Express. (Buffalo, New York.) August 31, 1848, No. 817, P. 2.

London Daguerrian Gallery. Messrs. Evans & Powelson, most respectfully announce to the people of Buffalo and vicinity that they are now prepared to execute Daguerreotypes by the Late London Process, entirely superior to any ever before exhibited in this part of the State. By this process it will be seen that Pictures possess a strength not [inferior] to the most celebrated Oil Paintings yet possessing all the beauty of light and shade that can be found in the finest [lineal] engravings. These Pictures are also made indelible by the Patent Gilding which gives them that peculiar and beautiful tone which is [seen] in none taken by the old process in short, their beauty is past description—persons must examine them to be able to judge of their perfection.

The subscribers have also testimonials from the most distinguished [connoisseurs] in Europe and America and a variety of the richest Daguerrean stock made only to their order

Persons visiting Buffalo on business or pleasure should not neglect this rare opportunity to obtain for themselves and friends these [inestimable] mementoes.

Daguerrean Rooms No. 220 main street corner of West Swan over L. S. Reynolds Drug Store. Don’t forget the place.

Advertisement ran from August 31 to November 6, 1848.

1848 November 6. Buffalo Morning Express. (Buffalo, New York.) November 6, 1848, Vol. 3, No. 874, P. 3.

Dissolution. The Copartnership of Evans & Powelson, is this day dissolved by mutual agreement—The Daguerrian business will be carried on hereafter by O. B. Evans, at the old stand No. 220 Main st.

1848 December 30. Buffalo Morning Express. (Buffalo, New York.) December 30, 1848, Vol. 3, No. 919, P. 2.

Photographic.—The London Premium Daguerrian Gallery will be open for social calls on Monday next. O. B. Evans. December 30.

1849 March 7. Buffalo Morning Express. (Buffalo, New York.) March 7, 1849, Vol. IV, No. 975, P. 2.

Daguerreotypes (inscription inside medal) New York State Agricultural Society 1848 Awarded to Evans & Powelson for best Daguerreotypes.

London First Premium Daguerrean Gallery, No. 220 Main, corner Swan street, Buffalo.

Awarded the subscribers, at the late Agricultural State Fair at Buffalo, two Diplomas and two Silver Medals, for the most elegant specimens of Daguerreotypes ever shown the Society.

This is the fifth premium the subscribers have received during the last nine years, in competition with the principal artist in this country. Our pictures now stand unrivalled. We challenge comparison with any executed in this country or Europe.

Persons visiting Buffalo, should not fail to call and examine for themselves. We base our reputation only upon the opinion of those who are competent judges of Light and Shade.

To all Whom it May Concern. This may certify, That I consider Prof. Evans pre-eminently the best Daguerrean Artist that I have ever become acquainted with, (and I have sat as many as seventy times to the best artists in many of the Eastern cities.) I regard his pictures as a perfect study of artistical skill and beauty. It is evident that it is not the difference in the Instrument or chemicals that gives his pictures such a splendid effect, but the superior knowledge of Light and Shade, which he possesses over all other Daguerreans. My assertions are confirmed by the observations of all the able connoisseurs whose opinion I have heard expressed upon the subject.

Levi Tucker, Former Pastor Washington st. Bap. Church, Buffalo. Buffalo, December 27, 1848.

Advertisement ran from March 7 to December 21, 1849.

1849 September 18. Buffalo Morning Express. (Buffalo, New York.) September 18, 1849, Vol. IV, No. 975, P. 2.

Messrs. Evans & Powelson, of Buffalo, have exquisite pictures in their daguerreotypes—graceful and rich agreeable in coloring and faithful in portrait. These artists really make their work so beautiful, and the language of eulogy is completely unfeigned. The sweet picture of a group at chess is very much admired. The quite, satisfied look of the winner, and the puzzled appearance of the loser, are inimitable. How delightful it would have been if daguerreotyping such as this had been known in the days of Randolph and Jefferson, when they played their famous game at chess, the victory at which Mr. R. said, cost him the friendship of the illustrious man of Monticello.

The foregoing paragraph is extracted from a letter in the New York Courier and Enquirer, descriptive of the most prominent incident at the Syracuse Fair, written by the correspondent of that paper, Mr. Bogart, of Aurora, Cayuga county. He is the author of the admirable letter in that paper written at different points on the President’s tour, descriptive of his reception and the chief incidents of his journey. Bogart, it seems, has an eye for the beautiful in art as well as in nature. We had been thinking, for some time, of inviting attention to the elgant pictures made by the above gentlemen—or Mr. Evans, rather, for the business is now conducted by him alone—but there is vary little to be added to the merited and discriminating encomium we have quoted. It may be observed, however, that one great defect in daguerreotypes, and one which has struck almost everybody, has arisen from the want of artistic skill in arranging the accessories to the picture. Those who have undertaken the work have been generally operators merely, not artists; and hence the stiffness and awkwardness of position, and the bad taste in grouping that impresses one so unpleasantly. Mr. Evans is an artist, with a correct eye, cultivated taste, and a knowledge of all such matters as light and shade, color, prespective, and all the other elements employed to heighten the pleasing effect of a picture. His productions show this, his groups being equal to anything of the kind we have ever seen.

1849 December 22. Buffalo Morning Express. (Buffalo, New York.) December 22, 1849, Vol. IV, No. 1221, P.3.

Skylight Daguerreotypes At The London First Premium Daguerrean Gallery, No. 220 Main, corner Swan street, Buffalo. The above is a cut of a Silver Medal, awarded the subscriber at the New York State Agricultural Fair, at Buffalo, and the fifth Premium in the last nine years. Also, the first prize at the late Fair at Syracuse, in competition with over three hundred pictures from some of the first galleries in the United States. This Gallery has now become the Picture Emporium for the entire Western World, and the standard of imitation. Our competitors involuntarily acknowledge their inferiority by following in our wake and apeing us in every particular, Except The Picture!

Therefore strangers visiting the city are respectfully solicited to compare our Pictures with those executed by others. Also, all who have long been prepossessed in favor of other Daguerreans, and have pictures taken by them, are very urgently invited to call and have one executed at this establishment, that they may have an ocular demonstration of the vast difference in portraying the same individuals.

N. B.—the subscriber would most respectfully notify the public that no premiums or diplomas have ever been awarded by the New York State Agricultural Fair to any Daguerrean in Buffalo except to the subscriber. O. B Evans, The oldest Practical Daguerrean in the U. S.

Advertisement ran from December 22, 1849 to March 28, 1850.

1849 December 24. Buffalo Morning Express. (Buffalo, New York.) December 24, 1849, Vol. IV, No. 1222, P.2.

Daguerreotypes.—We have once before invited the attention of our readers to the finished and elegant manner in which Mr Evans, on the corner of Main and Awan streets, execute miniatures with the daguerreotype. He claims to be “the oldest practicing daguerrean in the United States”—and he is certainly one of the most accomplished in the art. His productions, as has already been said, are of a superior order—many of them, remarkably so; and we have been led, in examining them, to wonder why Daguerreotypes are not, even in much greater demand than they are We regard the art of Daguerre as decidedly more valuable to mankind than that of Painting—we had almost said, than Painting and Sculpture combined. Only the few can buy good pictures, but almost any one may have a good Daguerreotype of all those he loves dearly, which will be a blessing while they live and a solace when they have departed. We believe the art has a moral value, and strongly tends to chasten and refine those who prize and cherish it products. Wherefore, and on every account, let its faithful and cheap portraits of those we love be every where diffused and multiplied.

1850 February 6. Buffalo Morning Express. (Buffalo, New York.) February 6, 1850, Vol. V, No. 1258, P.2.

Destructive Conflagration! Between 4 and 5 o’clock yesterday morning a fire was discovered in the upper story of the block of Stores, on the southwest corner of Main and Swan streets, which spread until four large stores were consumed…

Store No. 218 Main street was occupied by M. Compton as a dry goods establishment. Loss estimated at $15,000. Insured for $10,000. The Lexington Company has $2,000 and the balance is divided among several other companies. Mr. Evans’ Daguerrian gallery was in the second and third stories over this store. Mr. Evans loss, we understand is something over $1,000—insured in the Genesee Mutual for $1,000.

1850 February 8. New York Herald. (New York, New York.) February 8, 1850, Whole No. 5725, P. 4.

The Late Fire in Buffalo, N. Y.—The Buffalo Courier, of the 6th inst…Evans’ Daguerrean gallery occupied the second and third stories of this building. Insured in the Genesee Mutual for $1,000, which will fall short of covering the loss….

1850 February 11. Portage Sentinel. (Ravenna, Ohio.) February 11, 1850, Vol. 5, No. 37, Whole No. 246, P. 2.

Great Fire in Buffalo, February 5. This city has once again been visited by quite an extensive fire. About half past four o’clock this morning, a fire was discovered in the upper part of the store No. [216] main street, next adjoining Coleman’s Drug store, corner of main and Swan streets.—Four three story brick stores belonging to the heirs of George Coyt, and the heirs of the late Judge Townsend…No. 218 was occupied by M. Compton as a dry goods store, whose loss is total, amounting to about $15,000. He is insured for about two thirds—$2,000 of which was insured in the Lexington Company; the second and third stories were occupied by Evans Daguerrean gallery, which was insured in the Genesee Mutual company for one thousand dollars which will not cover the loss….

1850 February 12. The Spirit of the Times. (Batavia, New York.) February 12, 1850, Vol. 31, No. 35, P. 2.

Extensive Conflagration in Buffalo. Our city has once again been visited with quite a disastrous conflagration. About half past four o’clock this morning, a fire was discovered in the upper part of store 218 Main st. next adjoining Coleman’s Drug store, corner of Main and Swan streets. Four three story brick stores were burned—owned by George Coit, and the heirs of the late Judge Townsend…no. 218…The second and third stories were occupied by Evans’ Daguerrian Gallery. Insured in the Genesee Mutual for $1000—which will not cover the loss…

1850 July 12. The Schenectady Reflector. (Schenectady, New York.) July 12, 1850, Vol. XVI, No. 28, P. 2.

Most Fortunate Escape.—Capt. G. A. Griffing, of the Canal boat James M. Gray, informs us that 120 Norwegian emigrants, whom he conveyed to Buffalo, had paid their fare to Wisconsin on the ill fated steamer Griffith[2], and were just about to embark when Mr. O. B. Evans, Daguerrean, persuaded them to stop until next day, that he might take a picture of the boat and singularly dressed foreigners, which was done, and the money paid being refunded, their gratitude and joy, on hearing shortly of the sad destruction of the steamer can better be imagined than described.—Herkimer Journal.

1850 December 31. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) December 31, 1850, Whole No. 6045, P. 1.

American Industry in a Crystal Palace. World’s Fair, London, 1851.

Articles Approved By The Local Committee Of The State Of New York, With Name And Residence Of Exhibitor.

O. B. Evans, Buffalo, Daguerreotypes.

Meade & Brothers, New York, Daguerreotypes.

D. E. Gavit, New York, Daguerreotypes.

M. B. Brady, New York, Daguerreotypes.

W. M. Lawrence, New York, Daguerreotypes.

1851 January 8. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) January 8, 1851, No. 6752, P. 3.

Industrial Exhibition—London—1851. Our Washington Correspondence. Washington, Jan. 4, 1851. The following is a list of articles received up to this date, by the Centeral Committee, for exhibition at the Great London Fair.—

6. M. A. Root, daguerreotypes.

28. W. & F. Langenheim, photographic slides.

31. O. B. Evans, daguerreotypes.

35. Meade & Brothers, daguerreotypes.

51. D. E. Gavit, daguerreotypes.

63. M. B. Brady, daguerreotypes.

77. M. M. Lawrence, daguerreotypes.

1851 February 13. The New York Herald. (New York, New York.) February 13, 1851, No. 6088 P. 4.

The World’s Fair. The Works and Inventions of the American Sovereigns, for the Crystal Palace. Yankee Cabinet of Curiosities, &c., &c., &c.

42. M. A. Root, Philadelphia, Pa., daguerreotypes.

62. W. & F. Langenheim, Philadelphia, Pa., photographic magic lantern specimens.

105. O. B. Evans, Buffalo, N. Y., daguerreotypes.

109. Meade & Brothers, New York, daguerreotype.

125. D. E. Gavit, New York, daguerreotypes.

137. M. B. Brady, New York, daguerreotypes.

151. M. M. Lawrence, New York, daguerreotypes.

396. J. W. Whitehurst, Baltimore, daguerreotypes.

1851 October 9. New York Daily Tribune. (New York, New York.) October 9, 1851, Vol. XI, No. 3269, P. 5.

The Daguerreotypes At The Fair.—Among the most attractive articles in the present Fair of the American Institute at Castle Garden, the Daguerreotypes by our City artists hold, and worthily hold, we think, a very high place. The improvements in the photographic art within a few years have certainly been extraordinary; and notwithstanding the art itself originated in France, the World’s Fair in London completely settled the question, that in this country it had already received a finish and perfection known to no other part of the earth. And yet, in the World’s Fair were to be found only some of our most inferior specimens; the display in Castle Garden at this moment, far surpassing in point of excellence in the Daguerreotypie Art, that presented by the celebrated Crystal Palace. Castle Garden, however, even to the most careless eye, exhibits, by no means, a monotonous uniformity of perfection in this particular branch of our national skill, taste and industry; for, although many of the specimens of the Daguerreotype are very good indeed, and many strikingly better, the collection in the upper, north gallery, by Messrs. M. A. & S. Root, of this City, is one that cannot fail to meet the entire approval of every one. We look on those exceedingly large likenesses as beyond anything of the kind we have yet seen either in this country or in Europe. In addition to their size, while it brings them up almost to the magnitude of portraits, increases immeasurably the difficulty of their correct production, there is a sharpness in the outline, a distinctness in the impression, a depth and clearness of expression, a fullness of character about them, as well as an absence of the cloudy dimness and mercurial flatness which so generally characterize and mar the limnings of the daguerreotype, that they at once arrest the attention and extort from all exclamations of admiration. The likeness of Mr. Hite, the miniature painter, is exquisite. The Messrs. Root also exhibit a very beautiful series of daguerreotypie illustrations of the sentiment of the song of “The Old Arm Chair.” The picture are eminently artistic, appropriate and poetic, natural and full of taste. If no other evidence were at hand, if the medals won by the Messrs. Root from various exhibitions in this and other States counted for nothing, if the gigantic pictures they have produced, so next to life itself in all their characteristics were set aside, this graphic illustration of so popular a song would place them in the foremost rank among the daguerreotypists of the world.

1851 October 10. New York Daily Tribune. (New York, New York.) October 10, 1851, Vol. XI, No. 3270, P. 5.

To the Editors of the N. Y. Tribune:

Gentlemen: I cannot let the article in your paper of this morning, headed “ The Daguerreotypes at the Fair,” pass without a reply. Although appearing as editorial, I cannot for a moment believe that it was written by either of the Editors of The Tribune. It is to partial, and so far from the truth, that no one at all acquainted with the facts of the case, can believe that it emanated from any other than the gentlemen who are so highly extolled. It certainly is a sort of left-handed compliment to the exhibitors at the London Exhibition to say, that they have carried off the palm from the whole world, and yet, have done so, with the “most inferior specimens.” Why did not the gentleman send some of those specimens “that arrest attention, and extort from all, exclamations of admiration?” His name appears on the list of competitors at the Crystal Palace, yet, his pictures have never arrived there. Why? Was he afraid to compete with “inferior specimens?” Will any one suppose, That Mr. Whipple of Boston, Mr. Evans of Buffalo, Mr. Brady and Meades of New York, or your humble servant, sent nothing but “most inferior specimens?” Fair competition, and honest rivalry I most heartily approve of. It is that which has placed the art in its present high position in this country. But for one to endeavor to elevate himself, by depreciating the productions of others that are equally meritorious, is neither fair, honorable nor honest.

M. M. Lawrence, No. 203 Broadway. New York, Oct. 9, 1851.

1851 October 11. New York Daily Tribune. (New York, New York.) October 10, 1851, Vol. XI, No. 3271, P. 5.

To the Editors of the N. Y. Tribune:

Gentlemen: In The Tribune of this morning, I find an article signed “M. M. Laurence,” reflecting ungenerously upon Messrs. M. A. & S. Root, of this City, on account of an editorial that previously appeared in your columns, justly eulogizing the Daguerreotypes exhibited by the Messrs. Root, at the Fair, at Castle Garden.

With the personal feeling evinced by Mr. L. in his communication against the Messrs. R., I can have nothing to do, although, upon the principle “let the galled jade wince,” Mr. L. has placed himself, by his lamentation over the success of a rival, in a very undignified position before the public; and, as “one of the public,” I might have a right to amuse myself by taking advantage of it.

But, gentlemen, when Mr. L. taxes you with either injustice or ignorance, in your remarks relative to the Daguerreotypic specimens from this country, in the Crystal Palace, in London, and the very superior specimens of the art displayed by the Messrs. Root at Castle Garden, I cannot remain silent.

I attended the Great World’s Fair in Hyde Park. And examined their contents, every day, for weeks. And yet, with the highest possible respect for the abilities of “Mr. Whipple, of Boston, Mr. Evans, of Buffalo, Messrs. Brady and Meade, of New York.” as well as of Mr. L., I assert that the Crystal Palace does contain, or did in May, June and July last, the “most inferior specimens” of the progress of the Daguerreotypic art in this country. I would not insult any of those gentlemen by supposing that they sent their best pictures, for I have seen better at their doors; and I was going to say, they had more meritorious ones now on exhibition at Castle Garden. But I discover that not one of them has felt disposed to enter into the contest for the medal, with the Messrs. Root, on this occasion. “Discretion,” Falstaff remarks, “is the better part of Valor.”

As for Mr. L.’s anxiety to charge upon the Messrs. Root the disposition to “blow their own trumpet,” I have only to say, in the language of Lacon, “They most accuse who oftenest sin themselves.” I know that the Messrs. Root did not write the article that has so wounded Mr. L.; and as to the merits of the Messrs. Root’s pictures at Castle Garden, they may be safely left to speak for themselves. If they do not “arrest attention and extort from all exclamations of admiration, “then am I, certainly, no Judge Of Facts. New-York, 10^th Oct., 1851.

1851 October 14. The Spirit of the Times. (Batavia, New York.) October 14, 1851, Vol. 33, No. 18, P. 3.

Photographic. O. B. Evans, Proprietor of the London Premium Daguerrean Gallery, Buffalo, will open rooms for a few days at Mr. C. A. Johnson’s new sky-light Gallery, in Batavia. Mr. E. trusts his reputation is too well established to require any comment. All persons wishing pictures taken by him, must be ready as soon as his rooms are ready for business.

Specimens can be seen at Mr. Johnson’s Rooms.

The above is a cut of a Silver Medal awarded by the late State Fair, at Rochester, and the sixth premium in the last ten years.

Advertisement ran from October 14 to December 30, 1851.

1851 December 25. Buffalo Morning Express. (Buffalo, New York.) December 25, 1851, Vol. V, No. 1841, P.3.

Photographic. O. B. Evans most respectfully begs leave to tender to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Buffalo and the public in general, his most sincere and ardent thanks for the very liberal patronage which he has received during the last three years in the city. Our extensive patronage is, of course, only the result of merit.—This assertion is fully sustained by the Premiums awarded us at the State Fair, and other societies of a more distant date. With our present likits we only refer to the following: First—a Silver Medal and a Diploma by the New York State Agricultural Society, at the Buffalo meeting in 1848, For The Best Daguerreotypes; the First Prize at the Syracuse meeting in 1849; also a Silver Medal for best Picture at Rchester, in 1851; and a Diploma for the best Daguerreotype of a domestic animal—thus showing more First Class Premiums than any other Artist in the country.

Derogatory as it may appear. In the Art of Daguerreotyping, we have in all of the above Exhibitions shown our Pictures in competition with McDonell, of Buffalo, who never received a premium in this or any Society;—though this embarrassment has been very much relieved by flooding other Pictures on exhibition of the very highest order and executed at the first Galleries in the country, while many others, perhaps, have shown their good taste, by withdrawing their productions after finding that our Pictures were entered for the Prize.

Persons visiting Buffalo are most respectfully solicited to make us a call, and take a look at the most costly and magnificent Daguerrean Gallery in the world, and accept the thanks of the proprietor. O. B. Evans, The oldest Practical Daguerrean in the U. S., 214 Main st., Townsend Hall.

Advertisement was recorded from December 25, 1851 to January 15, 1853.

1852 January 6. The Spirit of the Times. (Batavia, New York.) January 6, 1852, Vol. 33, No. 30, P. 3.

Photographic. O. B. Evans would most respectfully announce to the Ladies and Gentlemen of Batavia and vicinity, that he is now prepared to wait upon all who may please favor him with a call. His sojourn will be limited to one week. Rooms at Mr. Johnson’s Gallery.

1856 January 1. Buffalo Morning Express and Daily Democracy. (Buffalo, New York.) January 1, 1856, Vol. XI, No. 3083, P.3.

Photographic And Stereoscopic Likenesses. O. B. Evans would most respectfully give notice that he will be fully prepared to execute all varieties pf paper and glass pictures in a few days. Persons are most cordially solicited to take a look at his pictures before purchasing elsewhere.

Stereoscopic, as well as Photographic pictures, the subscriber would wish to see compared with other competitors. jy17.

[1] Craig’s Daguerreian Registry.

[2]. The SS G. P. Griffith was a passenger steamer that burned and sank on Lake Erie on 17 June 1850, resulting in the loss of between 241 and 289 lives. The destruction of the G. P. Griffith was the greatest loss of life on the Great Lakes up to that point. From Wikipedia.

Ellis, Lemuel

March 27, 2025Daguerreotypes, Photographs, StereoviewsBoston Massachusetts, Canada, Daguerreotypist, Lemuel Ellis, Photographer, Robinson & Ellis, Stereoviews, Wing & Ellis, Worcester Massachusettspioneeramericanphotographers

Ellis, Lemuel

Robinson & Ellis

Wing & Ellis

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

1851 In Canada, various locations.[2]

1854 Address Unknown, Lynn, Massachusetts.¹

1854 123 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.¹

1857 Address Unknown, Boston, Massachusetts.¹

1858 203 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.¹

1859 Foster Block, Worcester, Massachusetts.

Ca. 1850. Information and research from Graham Garrett.

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

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

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

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

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

Advertisement ran from March 10 to April 7, 1854.

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

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

Advertisement ran from March 10 to April 7, 1854.

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

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

Advertisement ran from March 11 to April 1, 1854.

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

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

Advertisement ran from March 11 to April 14, 1854.

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

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

Advertisement ran from March 17 to April 21, 1854.

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

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

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

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

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

Advertisement ran from March 18 to May 27, 1854.

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

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

Advertisement ran from March 21 to April 18, 1854.

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

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

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

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

Advertisement ran from March 24 to September 15, 1854.

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

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

Advertisement Ran from March 31 to April 28, 1854.

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

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

Advertisement ran from May 2 to 30, 1854.

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

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

Advertisement ran from May 3 to 31, 1854.

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

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

Advertisement Ran from May 5 to June 2, 1854.

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

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

Advertisement was recorded on May 10, 1854.

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

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

Advertisement Ran from June 16 to September 15, 1854.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Eaton, S. B.

March 24, 2025Retailer, StereoviewsLowell Massachusetts, Retailer, S. B. Eaton, Stereoscope, Stereoviewspioneeramericanphotographers

1858 Franklin Bookstore, 115 Central Street, Lowell, Massachusetts.

1858 January 1. Lowell Daily Journal and Courier. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) January 1. 1858, Vol. XXIII. No. 5499, P. 3.

Great Bargains In Books, Stationery and Fancy Articles. The entire stock of goods in the Franklin Book Store, purchased of the Administrator of the late Oliver March’s estate, at a discount from cost, will be sold at Great Bargains, in order to make room for New Goods. S, B. Eaton. 115 Central street. oct19.

1858 December 8. Lowell Daily Journal and Courier. (Lowell, Massachusetts.) December 8. 1858, Vol. XXIII. No. 5787, P. 3.

Stereoscopes and Stereoscopic Views for sale at the Franklin Bookstore. S. B. Eaton. Oct6.

Cremer, James

December 20, 2024Daguerreian Stock and Materials, Photographic Stock and Chemicals, Retailer, StereoviewsBoston Massachusetts, Cremer & Bowdoin, Daguerreotype Materials, James Cremer, New York City, Philadelphia Pennsylvania, Photographic Stock & Materials, Salem Massachusetts, Stereoscope, Stereoviewspioneeramericanphotographers

1849 102 Williams Street, New York, New York.

1852 241 Essex Street, Salem, Massachusetts.

1852-1854 144 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts.[1]

1854-1855 Holmes, Booth & Hayden’s, New York, New York.

1857-1859 South West corner of Sixth & Chestnut, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1859 18 South Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1849 March 13. New York Herald. (New York, New York.) March 13, 1849, Whole No. 5394, P. 1.

Levi Chapman, No. 102 William street, New York, Manufacturer Of The Celebrated Magic Razor Strop, of four sides; also Pocket Books, Wallets, Spectacle and Bankers’ Cases, in every variety, on the most extensive scale.

Daguerreotype Cases $144

{Medium sizes, from $18 to $60 per gross.

{Quarter sizes, from size from $83 2 to $[30] to $84 per gross.

{Half sizes, from $82 to $144 per gross.

Mats and Preservers of all kinds. Geo. Dabbs, Jas. Creamer, Agents.

1852 February 16. Salem Register. (Salem, Massachusetts.) February 16, 1852, Vol. LIII, No. 14, P. 3.

Removal. Daguerreotype Rooms D. W. Bowdoin Has removed from his Old Rooms opposite the Market, to No. 241 Essex Street, ( A few doors above Washington street), where he has built one of the best arranged Establishments in New England, for taking Likenesses and Pictures in every style of the Art. — Also—

Has formed a Co-Partnership with James Cremer, for the sale of Daguerreotype Goods of every description. Artists are respectfully invited to call and examine our select Stock of Goods .

Instruction Given in the Art. Cremer & Bowdoin.

Advertisement ran from February 16 to May 31, 1852.

1852 June 14. Salem Register. (Salem, Massachusetts.) June 14, 1852, Vol. LIII, No. 49, P. 3.

Dissolution of Copartnership. The Copartnership heretofore existing under the firm of Cremer & Bowdoin is this day dissolved by mutual consent. James Cremer, D. W. Bowdoin. Salem, June 9, 1852.

James Cremer & Co. Are authorized to settle all claims against, and receive all debts due the said firm of Cremer & Bowdoin, at 144 Washington Street, Boston, where they are now fitting up a sales room, and will open a large and select stock of Daguerreotype Goods of every description. The attention of Artists is respectfully invited. Orders promptly attended to. James Cremer & Co. June 14, 1852.

Advertisement ran from June 14 to July 12, 1852

1852 November 15. Humphrey’s Daguerreian Journal. (New York, New York.) November 15, 1852, Vol. IV, P. 240.

Cremer, formerly of Salem, Mass., has now opened a large stock establishment in Boston, under the firm of Cremer & Co.—Cremer will do his share of trade, and no mistake.

1854 January 1. Humphrey’s Journal. (New York, New York.) January 1, 1854, P. 287.

John Sawyer & Co., James Cremer & Co., and B. French, of Boston, Mass keep Daguerreotype stock for sale.

1854 August 15. Humphrey’s Daguerreian Journal. (New York, New York.) August 15, 1854, P. 143.

James Cremer, formerly of the firm of James Cremer & Co., of Boston, has become a partner in the company of Holmes, Booth & Hayden’s, in this city. Mr. C. has a numerous list of friends and no doubt will prove a valuable auxiliary to this establishment.

1855 February 1. Humphrey’s Journal. (New York, New York.) February 1, 1855, P. 327.

James Cremer, now with Holmes, Booth & Hayden’s, is about opening an establishment in the city of Philadelphia, for the sale of Daguerreotypes stock

1857 March 25. Public Ledger. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.) March 25, 1857, Vol. XLIII, No. 2, P. 3.

Important To Daguerreotypist.—Great reduction in price of Melainotype Patent Rights, of from $20 to $3 each, for an individual right. Authorized Agent James Cremer, S. W. corner of Sixth and Chestnut sts., Phila.

1857 December 18. The Press. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.) December 18, 1857, Vol. 1, No. 119, P. 3.

Just Received and for Sale low, a large lot of imported Frames suitable for Photographs. James Cremer, S. W. cor. Sixth and Chestnut St., up stairs.

N. B. Gold Lockets for Miniatures at Cost.

1858 July 21. Public Ledger. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.) July 21, 1858, Vol. XLV, No. 103, P. 4.

To Photographers.—Just Received, Hardwick’s fourth edition Photographic Chemistry Price 75 cents. James Cremer, Photographic Stock Dealer. S, W, corner Sixth and Chestnut sts.

1859 July 3. Sunday Dispatch. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.) July 3, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 10, P. 1.

History of Chestnut Street. McClees & Co., successors to James Cremer, daguerreotype and photograph stock depot.

1859 October 9. Sunday Dispatch. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.) October 9, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 24, P. 2.

The First Premium for Stereoscopes, at the late State Fair, was awarded to James Cremer & Co., of 18 South Eighth street, who had a large variety of pictures upon exhibition. Public buildings, natural scenes, life groups, are brought out with startling fidelity by this instrument. Cremer & Co. furnish an instrument and a dozen pictures for $2.50. The price is so cheap that the firm do a large business.

1859 October 14. Public Ledger. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.) October 14, 1859, Vol. XLVIII, No. 17, P. 2.

The Largest assortment of Stereoscopic Pictures ever offered for sale in this city, is at 18 South Eighth Street. Cremer & Co.

A Stereoscope and one dozen Pictures, $2.50.

1859 October 16. Sunday Dispatch. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.) October 16, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 25, P. 2.

Newly Imported splendid French views and groups, the finest ever imported, have just been received by the International Stereoscope Company, and are to be seen at the stereoscopic depot of James Cremer & Co., No. 18 South Eighth street. They are beautiful indeed. This enterprising firm now furnish a stereoscope and twelve pictures for a surprisingly low sum of $2.50. They are doing well.

1859 October 18. The Press. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.) October 18, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 66, P. 3.

The best and most instructive amusement is the Stereoscopic Groups and Views, found at the new Stereoscopic Emporium of J. Cremer & Co., 18 South Eighth street.

1859 October 25. The Press. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.) October 25, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 72, P. 3.

Present Your Friends with a Stereoscope and Pictures, the handsomest gift you can offer. To be found of superior quality and variety, at the new Stereoscope Emporium, 18 South Eighth street. James Cremer & Co.

1859 October 27. Public Ledger. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.) October 27, 1859, Vol. XLVIII, No. 28, P. 2.

Stereoscope And Pictures take the lead of all articles suitable for presents. Found in greatest variety at 18 South Eighth street. James Cremer & Co.

1859 November 15. The Press. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.) November 15, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 90, P. 2.

Just Received—A splendid assortment of French Groups and English Scenery, which are now offered for sale, at the New Emporium, 18 South Eighth street. James Cremer & Co.

1859 November 15. Public Ledger. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.) November 15, 1859, Vol. XLVIII, No. 44, P. 2.

A Splendid Variety of French Groups and English Scenery, the finest ever imported, now offered for sale at the New Emporium. 18 South Eighth st. Jas. Cremer & Co.,

1859 November 23. Public Ledger. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.) November 23, 1859, Vol. XLVIII, No. 51, P. 2.

Present Your Friends with a Stereoscope and Pictures. You cannot please them better. The largest assortment in the city at the New Emporium, 18 South Eighth street. Jas. Cremer & Co.

1859 November 27. Sunday Dispatch. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.) November 27, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 31, P. 2.

For the amusement of the home circle, or the delight of strangers, there is nothing better than a stereoscope. It is an assistant to your knowledge of foreign lands, which brings the natural appearance of celebrated scenes directly before the eye. The best place at which to buy stereoscopes is from James Cremer & Co., No. 18 South Eighth street. They are specially engaged in the business, and have a large stock.

1859 December 3. The Press. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.) December 3, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 105, P. 3.

Christmas Presents.—All who view the Stereoscopes and Pictures remark! How beautiful appropriate for a Christmas Gift! Emporium 18 South Eighth street. Open evenings. Jas. Cremer & Co.

1859 December 4. Sunday Dispatch. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.) December 4, 1859, Vol. XII, No. 32, P. 2.

Home delights are what every one should cultivate. Home joys are what every one will approve of. Therefore we say, in the most distinct manner, that the possession of a stereoscope, and a collection of stereoscopic views, will compensate you for your outdoor allurements. Messrs. James Cremer & Co., 18 South Eighth street, have a fine collection of these instruments, and an immense number of views and groups, &c.

1859 December 8. The Press. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.) December 8, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 110, P. 3.

Holiday is Coming.—A Christmas gift of the Stereoscope and Pictures will afford more pleasure than anything you can offer. The largest assortment in the city at the Emporium, 18 South Eighth street. Jas. Cremer & Co.

1859 December 20. The Press. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.) December 20, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 120, P. 2.

Christmas Presents.—Now ready for sale, the largest and most beautiful assortment of Stereoscope, and Pictures, suitable for Christmas Gifts, at the Emporium, No. 18 South Eighth street. Jas. Cremer & Co.

1859 December 29. The Press. (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.) December 29, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 127, P. 2.

Holiday Gifts—The Stereoscope and Pictures, truly a New Year’s present. It will afford pleasure for the whole year. Emporium, 18 South Eighth street, James Cremer & Co.

1893 January 27. New York Herald. (New York, New York.) January 27, 1893, Vol. 27, P. 1.

Deaths…Cremer.—Suddenly, on Wednesday, January 25, James Cremer, aged 72 years.

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Cobb, J. B.

November 13, 2024Retailer, StereoviewsCleveland Ohio, Retailer, Stereoviewspioneeramericanphotographers

1859 Address Unknown, Cleveland, Ohio.

1859 April 12. Cleveland Morning Leader. (Cleveland, Ohio.) April 12, 1859, Vol. 13, No. 90, P. 3.

Stereoscopic Views.—Those of our readers who are fortunate enough to have in their house one of the beautiful instruments know as stereoscopes can appreciate any praise and notice of such articles. The photographs which accompany these instruments seem pictures no longer. The figures seen in very truth to stand out in as bold relief as flesh and blood could do, and to be tableaux of real life. Appleton & Co., of New York, have published a great quantity and variety of these stereoscopic pictures, a large assortment of which are for sale by J. R. Cobb & Co. These represent a great variety of subjects. One set of half a dozen or more capitally illustrated Miss Flora McFlimsy who had “Nothing to wear”—others present statuary, landscapes, negro life, family groups, &c., &c. No pleasanter amusement can be devised for a family taken a stereoscope with a dozen or two pictures. Call at Cobbs and select.

Carroll & Parmelee

September 30, 2024Retailer, Stereotypes, StereoviewsCarroll & Parmelee, New London Connecticut, Retailer, Stereoscope, Stereoviewspioneeramericanphotographers

1858-1859 14 Main Street, New London, Connecticut.

1859 January 6, 1859. New London Weekly Chronicle. (New London, Connecticut.) January 6, 1859, Vol. XI, No. 526, P. 4.

Stereoscopes. We have this day received an assortment of Stereoscopes forming one of the greatest Ornaments for the Parlor ever introduced.

Also, a large selection of Stereoscopic Views. Among which may be found “The Honeymoon,” “Chatean de St. Cloud,” “Palace Views,” “Jardin Exposition,” “Hotel de Paris,” St. Oner,” &c. Carroll & Parmelee, 14 Main Street. aug24.

Carbutt, G. John

September 19, 2024Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, Photographs, StereoviewsAmbrotypist, G. John Carbutt, Melainotypist, Photographer, Plymouth Indiana, Stereoviewspioneeramericanphotographers

1858-1859 Rooms over Pershing’s Drug Store, Michigan Street, Plymouth, Indiana.

1858 April 29. Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Indiana.) April 29, 1858, Vol. 3, No. 23, Whole No. 127, P. 2.

Carbutt’s New Ambrotype & Photograph Side And Sky-Light Gallery, Over Pershing’s Drug Store, Michigan Street, Plymouth, Ind.

The subscriber would respectfully announce to the citizens of Plymouth, Marshall and adjoining counties, that he has fitted up the above Gallery, with the view of permanently locating here; and he takes this opportunity of making known to them that he is prepared to execute likenesses in all the various styles of the art, and in the highest perfection. Having had a practical experience in the art since its first introduction west of the Mountains, he flatters himself that the merits of his Pictures, and the unequalled facilities at his command for taking them in the shortest possible time of sitting, will induce the public in general to give him a call. The public are respectfully invited to call and examine specimens and likewise view the magic powers of the Stereoscope.

N. B.—The Art taught and apparatus furnished, on reasonable terms. I also make and keep for sale, a superior article of Collodian, which I warrant to keep good for six months; price, $2 per bottle. Operators, who desire to make fine work, would do well to give it a trial. C. J. Carbutt, Artist.

Advertisement ran from April 29 to July 22, 1858.

1858 April 29. Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Indiana.) April 29, 1858, Vol. 3, No. 23, Whole No. 127, P. 2.

Carbutt’s New Ambrotype & Photograph Side and Sky-Light Gallery, Over Pershing & Co.’s. Drug Store, Michigan St., Plymouth, Ind.

The subscriber would respectfully announce to the citizens of Plymouth, Marshall and adjoining counties, that he has fitted up the above Gallery, with the view of permanently locating here, and he takes this opportunity of making known to them, that he is prepared to execute Likenesses in all the various styles of the art, and in the highest perfection. Having had a practical experience in the Art since its first introduction west of the mountains, he flatters himself that the merits of his pictures, and the unequalled facilities at his command for taking them in the shortest possible time of sitting, will induce the public in general to give him a call.

All work warranted. Prices range from 50 cents upwards. The public are invited to call and examine specimens and likewise view the magic powers of the Stereoscope. C. J. Carbutt, Artist.

Advertisement ran from April 29 to July 15, 1858.

1858 May 13. Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Indiana.) May 13, 1858, Vol. 3, No. 25, Whole No. 129, P. 3.

We took occasion, the other day, to drop into the new Photograph and Ambrotype Gallery of Mr. Carbutt; and, for an hour, was highly entertained, looking through the magic stereoscope. No one can form an idea of the beauty and perfection of these views, until he has examined them. “Niagara Falls,” “The Greek Slave,” “A Wedding Scene,” “Across the Waters,” and a “Palace by Gas Light,” were favorites with us among the collection. Looking at the view of Niagara, we could see the very moss-covered rock where we once sat and gazed on that King of Wonders, with thoughts and emotions, for whose utterance there is no language.

Mr. Carbutt seems to possess the true spirit of the Artist. In love with his beautiful Art, he seems desirous of excelling in every branch, and brining to the highest perfection all the latest discoveries and improvements.

He has permanently located among us, and has every facility for doing an extensive and satisfactory business, and we have no doubt but that his expectations in this respect, will be fully realized.

1858 June 10. Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Indiana.) June 10, 1858, Vol. 2, No. 31, P. 3.

Ambrotype Car For Sale; nearly new,—Price $125,—can be seen in Rochester, Ind.

Address or apply to A. J. Hasler, Warsaw, Ind., or to G. J. Carbutt, Plymouth, Ind.

Advertisement ran from June 10 to 24, 1858.

1858 July 29. Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Indiana.) July 29, 1858, Vol. 3, No. 36, Whole No. 140, P. 2.

Photographs, Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, and Stereographs Taken daily at the Cosmopolitan Gallery, over Pershing’s Drug Store, equal to any taken in the Union. Call and examine the sublime view of Niagara Falls, The Greek Slave, a Palace by Gas Light, &c., in that wonderful instrument, the Stereoscope. Stereoscope views of private or public buildings taken, and the stereoscope furnished to order. Terms as low as can be afforded, and all pictures warranted. J. Carbutt, Artist.

Advertisement ran from July 29, 1858 to May 19, 1859.

1858 September 9. Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Indiana.) September 9, 1858, Vol. 2, No. 44, P. 3.

Photographs, Ambrotypes, Melainotypes, and Stereographs Taken Daily At The Cosmopolitan Gallery, over Pershing’s Drug Store, Michigan Street, equal to any taken in the Union. Call and examine the sublime view of Niagara Falls, The Greek Slave, a Palace by Gas Light, &c., &c., in that wonderful instrument, the Stereoscope.

Stereoscope views of private or public buildings taken, and the stereoscope furnished to order.

Terms as low as can be afforded, and all pictures warranted. J. Carbutt, Artist. July 29^,1858.

Advertisement ran from September 9, 1858 to April 14, 1859.

1859 March 3. Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Indiana.) March 3, 1859, Vol. 4, No. 14, Whole No. 170, P. 3.

Last Tuesday we stepped into Carbutt’s Ambrotype Gallery, and were struck with surprise and admiration at the many improvements he is making in the art. He has a photographic likeness of our paternal relative, which only lacks size to make it as ‘natural as life.’ Mr. Carbutt is a good artist, a perfect gentleman, and intends making this the locality for future operations. We hop all who have any patronage to bestow on artists will extend it to him, for we can assure them that he is in every way worthy.

1859 May 5. Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Indiana.) May 5, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 26, P. 3.

Grecian Painting. This beautiful but simple style of Painting is now being executed in a superior manner by our enterprising artist Carbutt, at his Photograph Gallery. Our Citizens no longer have an excuse for not decorating their rooms with Paintings or Engravings, as both can be procured at such a trifling cost as to place them within the reach of all. A call at Mr. C.’s Rooms will convince every one of this fact. He has a list of over two hundred Engravings, any of which he will furnish at New York prices. Gilt Frames of any size made to order.

Advertisement ran from May 5 to 19, 1859.

1859 May 5. Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Indiana.) May 5, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 26, P. 3.

Carbutt has a number of new and splendid Engravings, Photographs and Paintings hanging up around his gallery, among the rest a life size likeness of Daniel Webster. Step in and examine his pictures, and if you conclude to purchase one for the gratification of your wife and children, you will never be sorry for it.

1859 August 11. Marshall County Republican. (Plymouth, Indiana.) August 11, 1859, Vol. 3, No. 40, P. 3.

That Excelsior Photographist—And Ambrotypist, John Carbutt, has recently re-arranged his fine picture gallery and made great additions thereto.

In addition to his legitimate business, sun-painting, Mr. C. does and is prepared to do all sorts of Italian, Grecian and other kinds of oil paintings.—In his rooms are already many specimens of his skill in this line—such as the “Happy Family,” “Niagara Falls,” &c., &c., all beautifully executed. Besides this he has a fine collection of lithographs. Engravings and portraits, comprising landscapes, splendid views of notable places, likenesses of eminent characters, and such other pictures as are usually found in first class country galleries.

We think Mr. Carbut excels as a photographer, and in all his works displays the skill of a genuine artist. A visit to his gallery will repay many times its cost.

1859 November 17. Marshall County Democrat. (Plymouth, Indiana.) November 17, 1859, New Series Vol. 1, No. 14, Whole No. 206, P. 3.

Installation of Officers of the Morning Star Lodge No. 6.1.O.G.T. for the present term, took place last Saturday evening…W. S. J. Carbutt….

UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD
EXCURSION TO THE 100th
MERIDIAN OCT. 1866
Photographed by John Carbutt, Chicago
Under the auspices of the Union Pacific
Railroad Company

198. Landing of the Union Pacific Excursion at Omaha (1)
199. Landing of the Union Pacific Excursion at Omaha (2)
200. Steamer Denver and Colorado UPRR
201. Group of Excursts. at Camp No. 1. Columbus, Neb.
202. Camp of Pawnee Indians on the Platte Valley
203. Group of Mounted Pawnee Warriors
204. Group of Mounted Pawnee Warriors & Palace Car of UPRR
205. The Excursion train going West
206. Excur. Party 275 ms. W. of Omaha, Oct. 24, ’66
207. Excur. party 275 ms. W. of Omaha, Oct. 24, ’66 (2)
208. Westward. the Monarch Capital makes its way
209. Laying the rails of the UPRR ‑two miles a day
210. The Elkhorn Club on the banks of the Platte
211. The Platte River opposite Platte City The Platte River and Kinsley’s Brigade
213. Commissioners and Directors of the UPRR
214. View of Camp #2 from Prospect Hill215. Headquarters Platte City, Oct. 25, 1866
216. Representatives of the Press with the Excursion
217. The Boys that made us Comfortable, all Hail
218. The Train at the 100th Mer. returning from the West
219. The Directors of the UPRR at the 100th Mer.
220. Group of distin. guests of UPRR at 100th Mer. (1)
221. Group of distinguished guests of Up. at 100th Mer. (2)
222. Burnetizing Works of the UPRR at Omaha
223. Burnetizing Works or the UPRR at Omaha (2)
224. T. C. Durant Esq. and Heads of Depts. UPRR
225. Engine House & Workshops of UPRR at Omaha
226. S & E Front U. P. Railroad Works at Omaha
227. N & E front UPRR Works, Omaha
228. UPRR Works and Depot, Omaha
229. N & W front UPRR Works, Omaha
230. View of Omaha N. T. from Capitol Hill (1)
231. View of Omaha, N. T. from Capitol Hill (2)
232. Herndon House, Omaha, N. T.
233. Construction Train of the UPRR

Total of 36 views

Note:

John Carbutt’s “Union Pacific Railroad Excursion to the 100th Meridian” series was published in 1866. The series on yellow mounts includes excellent railroad views plus views of steamboats, Indians, Nebraska territory and famous personalities. The Union Pacific reached 247 miles west of Omaha by October, 1867. To promote the progress and assure stockholders of their investment, the U.P.R.R. directors invited leading businessmen and political leaders on an excursion to the wilderness. John Carbutt, the noted Chicago photographer, was hired to make a visual record of the event. More than 200 men and their wives made the trip in the luxury Palace cars of the U.P.R.R.

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