1853                Opposite Court Square, Springfield, Massachusetts.

1853-1854       Goodrich Block, Springfield, Massachusetts.

1854                Main Street, over Hollister’s Jewelry Store, Greenfield, Massachusetts.

1855                Address Unknown, Bellows Falls, Vermont.

1854 January 9.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  January 9, 1854, Gazette—Vol. LXI, No. 3243, Courier—Vol. XVI, No. 43, P. 3.  

New Daguerreotype Rooms, S. W. Hull[1], (Late of Springfield,) Would respectfully announce to the citizens of Greenfield and vicinity that he has opened rooms over Hollister’s Jewelry Store, Greenfield, Mass., where he has put in a Mammoth Sky Light, where he will remain through the winter, and where it will be his purpose to furnish some of the most beautiful pictures ever seen in “Old Franklin,” having an “eye out” for the latest improvements in the ‘Art’ and possessing a practical knowledge of the business, I can warrant to all perfect satisfaction.  By the use of the Electric Chemical process, I am able to secure almost instantaneously, pictures combining the most exquisite shade and finish known to the Art. For taking pictures of little Children I have the best and most convenient place and instruments in Western Massachusetts.  I shall also introduce some new styles of pictures nowhere else to be found this side of Boston.  None but the very best of instruments and stock used, and no one will be expected to take a picture unless perfectly satisfied.  My prices shall be very reasonable.  A great deduction made to families and Groups.  People visiting Greenfield will find it to their advantage to call, and if my work and prices suit, I shall be happy to serve them.  Hours for “the little ones” from 9 A. M. to 2 P. M.  Admission Free.

N. B.  A Daguerrean Saloon for sale for one half the real value, and a small part of the money down.  Instruction in the Art, free of charge.   S. W. Hull¹.   

Advertisement ran from January 9 to February 6, 1854.

1854 February 6.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  February 6, 1854, Gazette—Vol. LXI, No. 3247, Courier—Vol. XVI, No. 47, P. 3.  

Hull’s Sky-Light Daguerreotype Rooms, Greenfield, Mass.  The very best of Pictures taken and neatly set in all styles of Cases, Lockets, Pins, Rings, &c., fifty cents cheaper than at any other place in Northern Massachusetts.

The Latest Style of Cases received from Boston and New York, every week.  People wishing No. 1 Daguerreotypes taken, will find it to their advantage to call.

Children Daguerreotyped in from 2 to 5 seconds in fair weather.

All work warranted to give satisfaction, and never fade.

Some New Styles Of Pictures, that cannot be obtained at any other place in Franklin County.

N. B. Cloudy weather preferred except for Children.

Rooms over Hollister’s Jewelry Store.

Remember that I have the best and quickest working Light in this part of the State, and shall always be glad to show specimens to people whether they wish a picture or not.  Admission Free.

Advertisement ran from February 6 to April 3, 1854.

1854 February 20.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  February 20, 1854, Gazette—Vol. LXI, No. 3249, Courier—Vol. XVI, No. 49, P. 3.  

Born, In this town, Feb. 14, a daughter to S. W. Hull.

1854 April 3.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  April 3, 1854, Gazette—Vol. LXI, No. 3255, Courier—Vol. XVII, No. 3, P. 3. 

Daguerreotypes, Cheaper than Ever.  For the next thirty days people can obtain Pictures 50 per sent lower than usual, by calling at S. W. Hull’s Permanent Gallery, over Hollister’s Jewelry Store, where there is the best suit of rooms and sky light in Franklin County.

All Pictures warranted to give satisfaction.

Remember, I prefer cloudy weather except for children.  People wishing to save time and money will find it to their advantage to call before sitting at any other Gallery.

Advertisement was recorded six times between April 3 to May 15, 1854. 

1854 May 15.  Gazette and Courier.  (Greenfield, Massachusetts.)  May 15, 1854, Gazette—Vol. LXI, No. 3261, Courier—Vol. XVII, No. 9, P. 3. 

Daguerreotypes Taken over Hollister’s Jewelry Store, In the best possible manner.  People wishing pictures taken can now save from 50 cents to 2 dollars (on each picture) by calling at these Rooms, where is the largest Sky-Light and best Instrument in Franklin County.  All work warranted to be properly finished, or no pay required.  Prices from 50 cents to $15.

N. B.  Cloudy weather preferred except for children.  Call and see before setting at any other Gallery.

Advertisement ran from May 15 to 29, 1854.

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

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

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

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

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

1855 October 27.  Vermont Phoenix.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  October 27, 1855, New Series—Vol. 1, No. 39, P. 4.

Windham County Fair.  We publish below the list of Premiums awarded, at the late Fair at Westminster…Household Arts….

A beautiful view of Bellows Falls, engraved from a Daguerreotype by Hull, exhibited by S. W, Hull & J. H. Wentworth, is commended by the committee as eminently worthy of much praise as a work of art.

A fine lot of Daguerreotypes from the gallery of Hull, Bellows Falls, are deemed worthy of especial commendation, for the beauty of their artistic finish, and the depth and clearness of the several pictures.

1855 November 3.  Vermont Phoenix.  (Brattleboro, Vermont.)  November 3, 1855, New Series—Vol. 1, No. 40, P. 2.

View of the State House, Montpelier, Vt.—W. Felton has received a few copies of a fine lithograph representing the State House and its surroundings, at Montpelier.  This lithograph is from a Daguerreotype by Mr. Hull, of Bellows Falls, and was executed by Bradford & Co., of Boston.  Both artist have executed their several trusts in a superior manner, and have furnished the public with a very correct and faithful similitude of the building wherein the “assembled wisdom” of the State doth congregate.  Price $1.00.

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[1] Recorded as S. W. Hall on January 9, there after as S. W. Hull.