Oregon Photographers;
Biographical History and Directory
1851-1917

By Thomas Robinson



This is the directory of the 750 page reference book published about ten years ago, it is now out of print.


Abell, Frank G. (1844-1910)
Abell, George L. (ca.1866-?)
Abell & Son
Abell-Herrin Co.
Abell & Welsh
Chronology
1862-1866 San Francisco CA, William Shew
1866 Stockton CA, Abell's Star Gallery
1867-1874 San Francisco CA, William Shew
1869-1870 San Francisco, Abell & Bain
1872-1875 Grass Valley CA
1875 Red Bluff, CA
1876 Yreka CA
1876-1877 itinerant, Northern California, Oregon (Abell & Welsh)
1877 Roseburg
1877 Eugene
1878-1888 Portland
1886 Corvallis
1888 Colfax WA
1889-1894 San Francisco
1897-1907 Portland
1908-1910 Tacoma WA
1898-1900 Needham, MA (George L. Abell)
Abell's daughter, Emily, was born in California in October 1864. (source: 1900 Federal census for Massachusetts).
In 1900, Abell's wife was living with her daughter, Mrs. Emily Partridge, in Norfolk, Mass. George Abell was living in the area also, probably working for William H. Partridge.
Employee Listings
Davies, G. W., printer 1881
Jackson, A. L. 1877
Kay, H. D. operator 1879
Lamb, Charles Y., printer for Abell 1883-1884, retoucher 1885-1887
Lauder, Fannie, Miss, receptionist 1881 (Abell's wife)
McAlpin, Arthur B., printer 1885-1887
McClaire, Mort, Mr., retoucher 1881
Directory Listings
1878 PD not listed
1879 PD pg. 65 "Abell, Frank G., photographer, 167 and 169 First"
1880 PD pg. 65 "Abell, Frank G., photographer, 167 and 169 First, res same"
1881 Ore pg. 257 Portland "Abell, Frank G., photographer, 167 and 169 First St. bet Morrison and Yamhill; res 172 Yamhill, cor. W. Park" plus display ad
1881 PD pg. 65 "Abell, F. G., photographer, 169 First,; res 172 Yamhill bet E and W Park"
1882 GD pg. 81 "Abell, Frank G., photographer, 167 and 169 First bet Yamhill and Morrison, res same."
1883 GD pg. 65 "Abell, Frank G., photographer, 167 First, res same"
1884 POWI pg. 245 Portland "Abell, F. G. & son (Frank G. & George L.) photographers, 29 Washington"
1884 GD pg. 69 "Abell & Son, Frank G., photographer, 29 Washington, res same.", "Abell, G. L. (with F. G. Abell) res 29 Washington"
1885 PCD pg. 102 "Abell & Son (Frank G. and George L.) Photographers, 29 Washington", "Abell, Frank G. (Abell & Son), res 29 Washington", "Abell, George L., (Abell & Son), res 29 Washington" plus display ad on front cover of book (OHS copy has been rebound)
1886 PCD pg. 103 "Abell & Son (Frank G and George L) Photographers, 4th floor Labbe Bldg."; "Abell, Frank G (Abell & Son), res 29 Washington"; "Abell, George L (Abell & Son), res 29 Washington"
1886 Pacific Coast pg. 994 Corvallis "Abell & Son, photographers"
1886 POWI Corvallis: not listed
1887 PCD pg. 110 "Abell & Son, (Frank G and George L), Photographers, 4th floor Labbe Building"; pg. 109 "Abell, Frank G (Abell & Son), res 29 Washington"; "Abell, George L (Abell & Son), res 29 Washington"
1888 PCD not listed
1888 POWI pg. 592 Colfax, WA "Abell & Son (Frank G. & George L.) photographers, J. W. Markel, mngr"
1891 POWI pg. 350 "Moore, 29 Washington St. Crayon artist and photographer. Successor to Abell & Son" (display ad, with cuts of Moore and Abell's signatures)
1898 PCD not listed, 1899 EO & P not listed
1899 PCD pg. 132 "Abell-Herrin Co (Frank G. Abell, David C and M E Herrin), photographers, 122 6th"; "Abell, Frank G (Abell-Herrin Co) pres Northwest Medical Aid Assn Oregonian Bldg, rms 303 1/2 Washington"; "Herrin, David C (Abell-Herrin Co), 132 6th, res 500 Columbia"; "Herrin, M E (Abell-Herrin Co), 122 6th, res 500 Columbia"
1901 PCD pg. 104 "Abell, Frank G., restaurant 186 Morrison"
1902 - 1905 not listed
1906 PCD pg. 135 additions and removals supplement "Abell, Frank G., photog, res 724 Johnson"; pg. 140 "Abell, Frank G, photog, bds 550 5th"
1907 PCD pg. 201 "Abell, Frank G, photog, res 724 Johnson"
1910 Tacoma Directory: F. G. Abell, 631 Provident Bldg.
Mautz Oregon " Abell, Frank G., 1870-1885, Portland", "Abell & Son, 1885-1887, Portland", "Abell & Welsh, 1880, Portland"
Interesting Artifacts
Boudoir size view of Frank Abell's display at the Mechanics Fair 1881. Photo by I. G. Davidson. (OHS 28110)
Official Records
1900 Federal census of Massachusetts, soundex A140, Massachusetts, Vol. 57, E. D. 1051, Sheet 16, Line 79. Needham town, Norfolk county.
Abell, George L, white, born Apr 1866, age 34, born California.
" Jessie E, wife, born Apr, 1868, age 32, born California.
" Doris, daughter, born June 1898, age 1, born Massachusetts.
(Frank Abell's daughter and wife are listed, please see Partridge, William H in this book for further details)
Photographer's Imprints
"Abell's Star Gallery, Mills & Doll's building, Main St. Stockton" CDV with tax stamp, before the end of 1866. (reported by Palmquist)
"Abell's New Mill Street Gallery, near Main, Grass Valley" ms date April 1873 (reported by Brown)
"Abell & Welsh, Photographers" CDV back.
"Abell Photo" front, "Frank G. Abell Photographer Nos. 167 & 169 First St., Portland Ogn. All Negatives Preserved. No._____. Duplicates from this Picture may be had at any time." back. CDV with engraving of monogram.
"Abell & Son, 29 Washington St. Portland Or." front, "From The Photographic Studio of Abell & Son, Crayons A Specialty, from $20 Up. Free Hand. Take the Elevator. 29 Washington Street. Portland Or." back. cabinet card
"Abell & Priest, Bancroft's History Building, 723 Market St., S. F." cabinet card embossed front, ms date 1886
"Abell & Son, publisher of Stereo, Boudoir, and Imperial View. North Pacific Coast and California"
"Abell + Son publishes a fine line of Stereo, Boudoir, and Imperial Views, North Pacific Coast and Yosemite Valley, Cal. Send for Catalogue" stereo card imprinted back.
News Items and Advertisements
1875: "Photographic Art Society of the Pacific - Minutes of a special meeting, held Friday, August 20th, 1875, at the rooms of William Shew, 115 Kearney Street, San Francisco... The following gentlemen were proposed for membership: ...Frank Abell"; "Minutes of a general meeting, held Friday, September 3d, 1875, at William Shew's art gallery... Messrs... Frank Abell were unanimously elected members of the society..." Philadelphia Photographer, Vol. XII, No. 142, October 1875. pg. 308-309.
1877: "Change. Mr. J. A. Winter has leased his photographic gallery to Mr. Abell, from California, and will soon remove to his sheep ranch in Linn county."; "Artist. Mr. Able, an artist from California, has rented the photograph gallery of Mr. J. A. Winter, and will continue the business. Mr. A. has the reputation of being a first class artist, and his patrons are assured of getting pictures true to life, and finished in the most perfect and artistic manner, and at prices low enough to satisfy the most economical." Eugene City Guard, (Eugene) 11 July 1877
1877: "Photographs. Mr. Able, of Able and Welsh, San Francisco, has leased the gallery of Mr. J. A. Winter, and is now prepared to take pictures of every style in the most artistic manner. We have examined quite a number of pictures taken by Mr. A., and for life-like feature, clearness of outline and elegance of finish, they cannot be surpassed. If you want really excellent pictures now is the time to get them at a small cost." Eugene City Guard, (Eugene) 18 July 1877
1877: "A Rare Chance - Mr. Frank Abell, of the firm Abell & Welsh, late of San Francisco, has leased the photographic gallery of J. A. Winter for one or two months. His specimens are certainly very fine, and he will undoubtedly give satisfaction to any and all who desire anything in his line. Mr. A. makes a specialty of the cabinet-size photographs, on exhibition at the post office. Parties desiring work done will do well to call soon, as his time is limited. Mr. Welsh will be in Cottage Grove on or about August 18th, and persons living in that vicinity will not be under necessity of coming to Eugene" Oregon State Journal, (Eugene) 11 August 1877
1877: "EUGENE ITEMS: Mr. J. A. Winter, having concluded to try the freedom of granger life, has rented his photograph gallery in this place to Abell & Welsh, of Roseburg, who will continue business at the old stand." Oregonian, 13 August 1877, pg. 3, col. 4. (courtesy Michael Cirelli)
1877: "Cabinet-size photographs a specialty, by Abell & Welsh at Winter's gallery." Oregon State Journal, (Eugene) 18 August 1877
1877: "J. O. Welsh, of the firm of Abell & Welsh, photographers, late of San Francisco, has established a gallery at Cottage Grove and will remain there about two weeks. From thence he will go to Creswell." Oregon State Journal, (Eugene) 25 August 1877
1877: "Frank Abell, at Winter's photograph gallery, announces to the farmers of the county who desire photographs taken, that he will take wheat in exchange for them and pay from five to ten cents higher than the regular market price. The more work he does the higher price allowed for the wheat." Oregon State Journal, (Eugene) 25 August 1877
1877: "Everybody should bear in mind that the celebrated artists- Messrs. Able & Welsh- will not be with us always. This is the best chance ever offered the citizens of Eugene and surrounding country to obtain really superior pictures. Bear in mind also that they are only transient and will remain but a short time longer, as their engagements in other places makes their time positively limited." Eugene City Guard, 1 September 1877
1877: "Pictures. Abell & Welsh will only remain in Eugene a short time and everybody wanting superb pictures should avail themselves of the present opportunity. It may not occur again in a lifetime. At Winter's gallery." Eugene City Guard, 8 September 1877
1877: "Now or Never. Messrs. Abell & Welsh will only remain a few weeks longer and everybody should avail themselves of this opportunity to get their pictures taken. Mr. Abell's work cannot be surpassed either East or West, and this is a chance to get splendid pictures that may never occur again." Eugene City Guard, 15 September 1877
1877: "Now or Never. Don't forget that Messrs. Abell & Welsh THE PHOTOGRAPHERS will be in Eugene but two weeks longer, as the lease of the gallery from Mr. J. A. Winter, will expire on the 10th of October. Those in want of photographs will bear this in mind, 'a thing of beauty is a joy forever.' That is what you get when you get one of Abell's photographs of your baby, daughter, son, or sweetheart. Get one." Eugene City Guard, 22 September 1877
1877: "Mr. A. L. Jackson of this city is learning Photography under Abell & Welsh." Oregon State Journal, (Eugene) 22 September 1877
1877: "Abell & Welsh will remain only a short time longer. Those wishing superior photos should not delay, as another opportunity for obtaining first class Photographs will not be had in Eugene for a long time to come. These gentlemen understand their business, as their work on exhibition will attest. If you want pictures go at once, else you will be too late." Oregon State Journal, (Eugene) 22 September 1877
1877: "A thing of beauty is a joy forever' is an old but true saying. What can be fore beautiful with which to decorate the walls of your cosy parlor than the photographs of your dear and loved ones. When thus arranged you can gaze upon their faces, and, as it were, hold conversation with them although they may be miles away. Two weeks more and Mr. Frank Able, the photographer who has made such a favorable impression upon the citizens of Eugene during the past few months will seek other land than ours. Do not let this opportunity to obtain a likeness of yourself go unimproved. Probably not for many months you may again have such a chance and what better can be done than to take advantage of it." Oregon State Journal, (Eugene) 27 October 1877
1877: "Take Notice. Abell & Welsh only remain one week more, and those wishing really first-class pictures should avail themselves of this opportunity, as the chance may not occur again." Eugene City Guard, 29 September 1877
1877: "A Change Yet. Abell & Welsh, the popular artists, will remain a few weeks longer, having re-rented the gallery of Mr. Winter, and everybody who have not availed themselves of the opportunity of getting pictures, should delay no longer. Such a chance may not occur again in a lifetime." Eugene City Guard, 13 October 1877
1877: "Remember that 'procrastination is the thief of time,' and that Abell & Welsh, the artists, will remain a very short time, and your chance for getting a splendid picture will soon be past unless you improve the opportunity at once." Eugene City Guard, 20 October 1877
1877: "Last Chance. Abell & Welsh will only remain in this city until next Wednesday, and this will be the last chance to secure one of those splendid pictures." Eugene City Guard, 3 November 1877
1877: "Mr. Abell, of Abell & Welsh, photographic artists, will leave for San Francisco today, his lease of Winter's gallery having expired. Mr. J. A. Winter and family returned on Thursday, and he will again assume the charge of his gallery." Eugene City Guard, 10 November 1877
1878: "PHOTOGRAPHIC A new man in the field for glory! Mr. FRANK G. ABELL, of San Francisco, has opened in the Gallery originally fitted up by Bosco & Megler. Photos greatly reduced in price and first quality work done and guaranteed to please. Mr. George W. Davis (sic), late with Buchtel & Stolte, is employed as printer, by Mr. Abell. We understand from Mr. A. that he prefers cloudy days to clear for the production of fine work. He also desires it to be known that extra attention will be given to Photographing children. Therefore, mothers, now is your time." Oregonian, 7 Feb 1878 pg. 3 col. 4.
1878: "Metropolitan Items... Our correspondent at Portland under date of April 17th sends us the following... Frank Abell, the photographer, who was in Roseburg last summer, is doing an extensive business in this city" The Western Star (Roseburg), 19 April 1878, pg. 3, col. 3.
1878: "Ladies if you want an elegant photograph in the last and most tasteful style called 'The Panel' call on Abell, the popular artist." Portland Daily Standard, 14 July 1878 pg. 3, col. 5. (tracked through 20 July 1878)
1878: "When you want an excellent photograph, and do not want to pay extortionate prices, go to Frank G. Abell, who does work well and at a reasonable figure. His productions show that he is popular." Oregonian, 18 October 1878, pg. 3, col. 4.
1878: "THE STATE FAIR... Pavilion... The pictures competing for premiums, exhibited by the rival photographers of Portland, Buchtel & Stolte and Frank G. Abell, are fine in the extreme. The display of the former is favored by the best position and light; and receives four first premiums, the first being for the largest and best collection. The latter receives first premium for the best retouched photographs and display of cartes de visite." Oregonian, 18 October 1878 pg. 1, col. 4.
1878: "MECHANICS FAIR: ... ABELL, THE PHOTOGRAPHER, Comes to the front again and spreads before the public some superior pictures, from the smallest sized carte de visite to a life size portrait. His work is known to be good. Being strictly attentive to business, he is gaining much encouragement." Oregonian, 24 October 1878, pg. 3, col. 4.
1878: "Abell, photographer, No. 167 and 169 First Street, Portland, Oregon" East Oregonian, (Pendleton) 2 Nov 1878 pg. 7 col. 6 (insertion noted 12 Oct 1878)
1878 "News From Portland...Frank Abell is here engaged in the photographing business and is doing lots of work. He has five men in his employ." Eugene City Guard, 30 November 1878 pg. 3 col. 3. (this news placement would indicate Abell was well known to Eugene citizens)
1879: "Porcelain Pictures. - Those porcelain photographs taken by Mr. Frank G. Abell, and exhibited in the windows of Morse's Palace, are the handsomest ever seen and command general admiration. In pose, color and execution they are simply perfect and commend themselves to those who desire to have similar beautiful ornaments for their parlors." Daily Bee, (Portland) 5 March 1879, pg. 3, col. 3.
1879: "Abell's photos are 'par-excellence'. Only the very best work allowed to go out of the establishment. Large photos and porcelains a specialty." Daily Standard, (Portland) 14 March 1879 pg. 3 col. 2 (regular insertion)
1879: "Boudoirs, panel, cabinet, in fact pictures of all kinds at Abell's elite studio, First street" Daily Standard, (Portland) 2 May 1879 pg. 3, col 5. (First insertion 1 April 1879. last insertion 12 May 1879)
1879: "Board of Fire Delegates...(minutes of meeting)...From Willamette Engine Company No. 1, asking for active certificates for...Frank S.(sic) Abell" Daily Standard, (Portland) 9 May 1879 pg. 3 col. 2 .
1879: "The Photographic Art: In no department of science or art has such wonderful improvements been made as in the art of photography. If the spirit of Daguerre were permitted to revisit the earth, he would be as astounded at the progress in the art his genius originated, as would Watts, to behold the railroads and steamboats of the present day.
Any one that undertakes to compare the old daguerreotypes of our fathers with the elegantly finished cabinets that grace our walls and albums, will understand the nature of our advance. Even within a very few years the improvement is so marked as to create demand for now sittings every year. It is a matter of pleasure and pride to our people that we have here in Portland, artists second to none on the coast. Today we took a look upon the recent extensive improvements just being completed by Mr. Frank G. Abell, Portland’s favorite photographer. His large and elegant reception room has been thoroughly renovated, newly carpeted and furnished throughout.
In the operating room he has brought down his skylight and enlarged the same so as to have a fuller command of those delicate lightings and shadings by which the finest work is produced. By means of an ingenious syphon sink he obtains a finer washing of his prints. He also takes pictures direct from the living object without the solar camera. The advantage of this is that the negatives are all completed and retouching done before printing, thereby obtaining finer and softer work and saving the daubing of India ink, etc., upon the picture after it is printed.
Mr. Abell’s porcelain work is on the largest plates ever attempted on the Pacific Coast. Two fine specimens of this unexampled work may be seen in the attractive showcases at the doorway from the sidewalk. No finer and larger specimens of group work can be found in any gallery on the coast. His group of the graduating class of the High School, twelve in number, is remarkably well taken and life like. The famous panel photographs were first introduced here by Mr. Abell.
Another advantage of this gallery is in the larger heads taken here than at any other north of San Francisco.
Mr. Abell makes field work a specialty. He is always prepared to go out and take business places and residences and finish them up in superior style. The best specimens of this kind of work we have seen in Portland are his pictures of the steamboat S.G. Reed. Here is the steamer as she gracefully sits upon the water, a thing of life and beauty. He has also her interior views, viz: Dining saloon, forward saloon, ladies’ cabin, engines, and head of the boiler.
Mr. Abell does his own operating, assisted by Mr. H.D. Kay. Mr. M.S. McClaire is his retouching artist. His work of the Venus di Milo taken from the statue in San Francisco school of design and now gracing the wall of Mr. Abell’s reception room is a fine study and evidences an artist’s hand and eye. Mr. Geo. W. Davis, printer, is stationed on the roof and the uniform good work of Abell’s gallery attest the care and skill in this department. That Mr. Abell may have perfectness in enameling that part of the work of his establishment is sent to San Francisco, where are the best facilities and the finest work. The presence of Mrs. Abell, with her exquisite taste, to assist ladies in the arrangement of toilet and drapery is no small contribution to the popularity of this gallery. The remarkable cleanliness of the rooms and their general tidy appearance is undoubtedly due to her presence and watchful care. The elegant piano in the spacious reception room for the free use of patrons adds largely to the attractions of the place. Mr. Abell came here but a year and a half since a perfect stranger, began business at a gallery that had been continually changing proprietors and has built up a business that any man may feel a just pride in. During that time he has taken over 100,000 cabinet photographs, to say nothing of small pictures and a good proportion of larger work. One thing more wherein Mr. Abell has the decided advantage. He has the easiest flight of stairs in Portland, an item of vital consequence to many invalids and ladies, and of no small interest to all patrons. We have only to add that Mr. Abell does not believe in old and effete ‘inventions’ that are now cast aside by the best operators in the country. He also intends to keep up his well earned reputation, not by resting satisfied with past achievements, but intends to do better all the time, and will always keep up with all the improvements of the day that are of real value." The Daily Bee (Portland); 14 July 1879; pg.3 col.5
1879: "FRANK G. ABELL'S DISPLAY. Frank G. Abell, the well-known photographer, has a magnificent display of works of art from his gallery. The collection embraces everything from card photos to oil paintings, and is much admired, both for the excellence and variety of the display and for the tastefulness of arrangement. The exhibit occupies the entire northeast corner of the pavilion, and was arranged by Mr. C. P. Yates, of the firm of Robbins & Yates, who deserve much praise for the fine taste shown. The binographs (sic), the last novelty in the art, attract much attention, as do also two life size portraits, one a fine photograph, the other in India ink and crayon. Another pleasing novelty is the large display of panel photographs, longer and narrower than cabinets and quite as popular. Mr. Abell's space has already received, and deserves the appellation of 'the handsome corner" Oregonian, 4 October 1879, pg. 1, col. 4.
1879: "OREGON STATE FAIR...Frank G. Abell, Portland- Boudoir portraits, binographs, porcelain photographs, photo views, glass cabinets, photographs colored in oil, 1st <premium awarded>" Oregonian, 17 October 1879, pg. 1, col. 4.
1879: "A Grand Display. The Salem Statesman publishes the following: 'Mr. F> G. Abell, the popular photographer of Portland, has given instructions to Mr. Waite, Secretary of the society, to have one of the towers in the new pavilion sealed with dressed lumber and painted a special color for his exhibition of pictures at the coming State Fair. When we consider that Mr. Abell makes this improvement at his own expense, to increase the beauty and effect of his grand display, we may be assured that he means business, and will use every effort for success.'" The Portland Bee, 11 September 1879, pg. 3, col. 3.
1879: "Frank G. Abell, the famous photograph artist, is a passenger of the incoming steamer, and upon his arrival look out for new and elegant features which he procured of Taber, the leading artist of the coast. Abell does not intend to be behind any artist on the coast." The Daily Bee (Portland); 20 Sept. 1879 pg.3 col.7.
1879: "Mr. Frank G. Abell is at the northeast corner of the art gallery with as fine a collection of photographic portraits as can be found anywhere. In the centre of the group is an excellent sample of both the photographer’s and painter’s art in a most excellent likeness of Mr. Abell, life size, and life-like in the perfect delineation of every feature and every expression of the man. A portrait, life size, of ex-Mayor Newbery, bears the premium ribbon of the State Fair. Premium large pictures, porcelain work, and retouched cabinets adorn the walls. The large photographs of Mr. Shanahan’s children illustrate how nicely that most difficult work in this line of art, the taking of children, can be executed in Frank Abell’s gallery. In the show case is a row of boudoirs mounted on raised gold frames, and another row of Abell’s famous panel photographs. Mr. Abell was the first to introduce this popular style of picture to the people of this State. Five splendidly executed pictures giving interior views of the Steamer S. G. Reed adorn the corner of the gallery. The attention of the admiring crowds is attracted to the superior style of the artist’s work as shown by a close inspection of all of Mr. Abell’s pictures. The crayon work is unexcelled and is executed in Mr. Abell’s own gallery. To-day a very interesting addition has been made to Mr. Abell’s collection, and that is a very fine portrait of Mayor Thompson of this city, executed in Mr. Abell’s very best style, and mounted in a very handsome frame. And this is a feature that adds very much to the effect of Mr. Abell’s display, the richness and variety as well as good taste shown in his mounting and framing of his pictures." The Daily Bee (Portland); 22 Oct. 1879 pg. 3 col. 5
1879: "The rush to Abell’s photographic parlors still continues, and he is turning out dozens of his superior photographs daily. The furnishings to his operating room is simply elegant, the patrons selecting a scene to suit." The Daily Bee (Portland); 25 Oct. 1879, pg. 3, col.8.
1879: "Frank Abell’s New Attractions. Crowds last night gathered in the Art Gallery to look at the splendid views taken in the Pavilion by Mr. Frank Abell. They are fine specimens of this beautiful art, being very accurate pictures and well finished. One is a view of the main floor of the Pavilion as seen from the east gallery; another is the gallery containing the ladies’ exhibit as seen from the opposite gallery, and the third is a section of the main floor. They are very pretty souvenirs of this great Mechanics’ Fair, and all visitors will want a copy, and others will like them to send away to distant friends. Copies will be for sale at Mr. Abell’s popular gallery on First street. Another great attraction is the case of bino-graphs just put on exhibition by Mr. Abell. This is a new process and makes a very interesting <illegible words> amusing picture. They are taken cabinet size, and are make to represent the subject in duplicate. For instance, a man is seen standing in two attitudes, one as if making an argument, and the other his counterpart as if listening; or a lady is taken front view, and sitting near her, as if holding a confidential chat, is herself represented in side view, talking to her other self. This is produced, of course, by two sittings of the same person, and then joining the negatives so as to form one picture. But the great skill required to so join these negatives and blend them into one, making the whole complete and perfect, and not show where they unite, deters most artists from attempting it. We saw many of these pictures recently in San Francisco, but in no case have we seen such perfect blending as in those on exhibition here by Frank Abell. In fact, he makes in his cross blending what we have never seen attempted before, and the union is so perfect as to be really surprising." The Daily Bee (Portland); 28 Oct. 1879 pg.3 col.6.
1879: "THE MECHANICS FAIR... FRANK G. ABELL'S DISPLAY Most wonderful has been the progress made during the past few years in the photographic art. This extraordinary advancement is illustrated by the splendid display of portraits and photographic views from the gallery of Mr. Frank G. Abell, which form a prominent feature in the art exhibit at the pavilion, occupying the entire northern end of the large art department. For scarcely a moment since the fair opened has the standing space in front of this rarely attractive display been occupied by groups of admiring people. Maidens with jealous eyes search fearing to find copies of beauty more charming than their pretty selves, while their grandmamas sigh with almost forgotten vanity, that the charms of their youth live only in memory, Mr. Abell's exhibit contains every variety of photograph, from the tiniest locket picture of the smallest child to the grand full life-size bust picture-the handsomest of the latter class being a portrait of himself, the center piece of his wall display. Cards, cabinets, crayon portraits, panel pictures, full length portraits and the novel bino-graphs, many of them finely set in frames and arranged in length detail, form strikingly beautiful effects, at the same time displaying in the most critical light their artistic qualities. The <illegible word> of thousands who have seen them know how well they have stood the test.
These pictures were all taken by Mr. Abell and his assistants at his splendid gallery in Monastes' building on First street, between Yamhill and Morrison. This is the gallery which was established a few years ago by Messrs. Bosco & Megler, and which under their that firm earned a wide and enviable reputation. This reputation has been extended by the merit of Mr. Abell's work. He claims and offers samples to prove the assertion that his picture's are not second to those produced by any other gallery in the United States.
At the State Fair, held early this month, Mr. Abell took thirteen first premiums on his display of photographs, a just recognition of their merit." Oregonian, 31 October 1879, pg. 3, col. 1. (paid advertisement)
1879: "Why is it that everybody goes to Abell's to get their pictures taken? because he is the best artist in the city." Daily Standard, (Portland) 26 December 1879 pg. 3 col. 3 (regular insertion, tracked through 30 Dec 1879)
1879: "For the very best in photographs go to Frank G. Abell, 167 and 169 First st Portland" Oregonian, 13 Dec 1879 - 30 Aug 1880, further and prior issues not checked)
1880: "Mr. F. Abell, the artist from Portland, came up Wednesday, and has been engaged taking cabinet photographs of the graduating class of the University." Eugene City Guard, 15 May 1880 pg. 3 col. 1
1880: "The following letter will require no explanation: Chicago, April 26, 1880. F. G. Abell Esq: Dear Sir- At a meeting of the photographers of the Northwest, held Saturday, 24th inst, you were elected to serve as Vice President from your State at a National Convention of Photographers to be held in Chicago in August next. An early reply as to your acceptance will oblige yours, A. J. W. Copelin, Sec'y. Oregonian, 24 May 1880, pg. 3, col. 1.
1880: advertisement in Evening Telegram, 20 July 1880
1880: installed as Grand Master of AOOW Hope Lodge No. 1, Oregonian,8 July 1880 pg. 3 col. 1.
1880: "Shooting Scores. The regular monthly glass ball shoot of the Multnomah Rod and Gun club for the club badge too place yesterday afternoon on Moxey's bottom. The following is the score of the members present: F. G. Abell- 14. <second place>" Oregonian, 17 August 1880, pg. 3, col. 2.
1880: Incoming Passengers per steamship Columbia for Portland from San Francisco Aug. 24th, at 10 o'clock AM...Miss E Abell. Oregonian, 25 Aug 1880 pg. 3 col. 3.
1880: "Frank G. Abell, the well known photographer, has a splendid exhibit from his gallery. His work is favorably recognized and much complimented by all lovers of good photography" (Oregonian review of art exhibit at Mechanics Fair) Oregonian, 22 October 1880, pg. 3, col. 2.
1880: "For the very best photographs, go to Frank G. Abell, 167 and 169 First street, Portland" (ad not tracked yet) Oregonian, 22 October 1880
1880: "During The Fair -- A constant throng of people congregated around the tastily arranged and excellent exhibit of Frank Abell's photograph gallery. The gems of photography consisted of likenesses from the little card to life size. It is only necessary to say that it was the finest collection there and would hold its own alongside any similar display on this coast. Mr. Abell's gallery is situated at No. 167, first street, Portland, Oregon. Strangers are invited to call and see the collection, and they will be treated hospitably by the proprietor." Willamette Farmer, (Salem) 29 October, 1880 pg. 8 col. 2.
1880: "The opening address of welcome was made by Frank G. Abell..." at Firemen's reception, with members of Portland city council present. Oregonian, 6 December 1880 pg. 3 col.4.
1881: "The contemplation of the human face, made as it is in the Creator's own image, is the most interesting of any study that can engage the mind. It is impossible to look through even a stranger's photograph album with indifference, though we may not be acquainted with the persons there represented, there is something so fascinating in personal photographs. Though the faces of our loved ones may be carried in the mind and heart long after they have passed from our gaze, it is a blessed privilege to be able to see their 'counterfeit presentments,' in the photograph.
These thoughts are awakened by a visit to the splendid Photograph Parlors of Mr. Frank G. Abell, at Nos. 167 and 169 First street, between Morrison and Yamhill. The visitor is first attracted by the beautiful show cases at the doorway. in which are displayed choice specimens of the art. The next point if interest is the remarkably easy flight of stairs leading up to the rooms. This is a matter of no small moment for the crowds of ladies who thong the gallery. Even the aged or enfeebled need not be deterred by the difficulties of ascent on the easiest stairs in the city. This brings us to the elegant Reception Parlors, presided over by Miss Fannie Lauder <ed note - Fannie Lauder was the maiden name of Abell's wife>. She keeps everything in the nicest order, and appears to take pleasure in exhibiting the different styles of work, rendering valuable assistance to patrons in the selection of style of picture. The reception room is elegantly carpeted and furnished, and, of course, embellished with the finest specimens of the photographic art.
Adjoining this are the nicely fitted Dressing Rooms. Then we are ushered into the Operating Room. Here is the place that has engaged the attention of Mr. Abell for years, until he has attained the perfection of art in the arrangement of his lights and shades, so as to produce those wonderfully accurate counterparts of 'the human face divine,' that grace so many of the homes of Oregon.
Then we cannot omit that mysterious Retouching Room, where Mr. Mort McClaire gives the finish to the negatives. In no department of the practical work of Photograph making is there required so much real art, taste, and experience, or nice discrimination, even to the slightest touch and shade, as here. This is where the study of the face and all its varying expressions, mark the perfect artist, and gives the photograph its clearness as well as softness and life-like expression.
Then we have the Dark Room, and the Finishing Room, and lastly the house on the roof, in charge of Mr. G. W. Davis, <ed note - name is actually Davies> where the printing is done, not by a power press as this book is printed, but by the action of the sun's rays through the negatives, a wonderful, simple and interesting process.
All the rooms of this extensive establishment are large, and arranged so as to be the best adapted to the purposes for which they are used.
Every kind of Photograph work known to the art is made here, including Cards, Cabinets, Panels, Boudoirs, Stereoscopic and Out Door Views, and Living Statues. The last named deserves more than passing mention. They are Photographs of the living subjects so arranged as to present the perfect appearance of a marble bust on a pedestal. It is a mode of picture making introduced by Mr. Abell, which is very popular and surpassingly beautiful. We can't help expressing a little surprise that Mr. Abell, who never goes on the the bust himself, should be the author of an invention for placing his fair patrons in that position.
Mr. Abell is the presiding genius of all this wok. A thorough artist himself, he personally superintends the whole. He started this business at the place he now occupies, on the 10th January, 1878. From a small beginning he has in less than three years built up a splendid trade. The best families of Portland are his patrons, and in no part of Oregon or Washington are his productions unknown. He is an affable gentleman, a public spirited citizen, and personally popular everywhere." Bynon, A. A., compiler, Oregon State Directory 1881, Portland; J. K. Gill & Co. 1881 pg. 20.
1881: "Abell’s photographic work has become famous throughout the State and territories and even beyond in the east. A glance at his display tells the tale. And still the good work gone on nobly" Oregonian, 9 February 1881 - 18 February 1881
1881: "The A. W. U. W. Carnival ... Following is a list of the ladies and gentlemen present ... Frank Abell - Hamlet <costume>" Oregonian, 10 February 1881 pg. 3, col. 2.
1881: "The other day he said to his wife ‘we must have the baby’s picture taken,’ and his better half suggested Abell’s, this was certainly correct, as all mothers go to Abell’s with their little ones." Oregonian, 19 February - 24 February 1881.
1881: "How Beautiful’ was the remark we overheard a lady make as she stood before the display of photographs made by Abell, she took the earliest opportunity to call at the gallery." Oregonian, 1 March - 9 March 1881.
February - July 1881 is full of ads
1881: "Grandmas photograph was all we could wish for, and we will get an extra dozen in consequence. Abell, who took them, we are fully satisfied with.’ Remarks made by a patron of Abell’s Gallery." Oregonian, 28 June - 30 June 1881.
1881: "Abell has at the fair a large assortment of photographs taken at his gallery. What has been said of them can be verified in the display." Oregonian, 2 July - 8 July 1881.
1881: "Abell won first prize at the fair. He generally goes in to win. All who viewed the exhibit at the fair expressed unbounded praise. For the best you can be sure to find the article at Abell’s Gallery." Oregonian, 9 July - 19 July, 1881.
1881: "Abell is a home, as usual, at his gallery and having renovated the establishment, added many new photographs, all fine, he is better than ever prepared to receive visitors." Oregonian, 20 July 1881 - 16 August 1881.
1881: "The fame of Abell’s gallery is world wide, his work better distributed to all parts of the globe. This speaks volumes for the excellence of photography as executed by Abell. Don’t fail to call on him when you desire photographic work." Oregonian, 17 August - 30 August 1881.
1881: "Thousands can attest the quality of work executed by that prince of photographers - Abell. He has taken from the infant, in arms to the decrepid, almost ready to cross over, and keeps steadily on." Oregonian, 31 August - 15 September 1881.
1881: "Will not take a back seat against any photographer for first-class work. The large and steadily run of business transacted by Abell, is sufficient endorsement for any artist in his line." Oregonian, 22 September - 7 October 1881. PREVIOUS ISSUES NEED CHECKING. ROLL 38
1881: account of the Mechanics Fair "FRANK G. ABELL. The photographer, has again taken a prominent position in the art gallery, and we may safely say shares the greatest attention from visitors to the art gallery. Passing by his place of business one can form but a light estimate of the value of his photographic work, but as seen in the display at the pavilion it assumes a wondrously different aspect. At the state fair and the previous exhibits in the Mechanics' pavilion, Mr. Abell has won golden opinions. His exhibit is up to the standard and will receive, as it justly deserves, a full amount of attention" Oregonian, 17 October 1881, pg. 3, col. 2.
1881: account of the Mechanics Fair "ABELL'S Exhibit in the art gallery, continues to attract much attention. It would be difficult to say which particular class of work is the most admired, as all classes have different opinions on the subject. At all events the general work is first class, and no matter what style is desired, Mr. Abell can do justice to the occasion. His gallery of little ones attracts the eye of fond parents, and judging by the excellence of this difficult class of work with, it is astonishing how well Abell 'gets them.' But we must not confine ourselves to any particular line - all is good and that covers the case." Oregonian, 21 October 1881, pg. 3, col. 2.
1881: "Premiums awarded at Portland Mechanics Fair, which closed Saturday evening. ... Silver Medals ...F. G. Abell, general display photos ..." Oregonian, 31 October 1881, pg. 3, col. 3.
1881: "Another medal is added to the many won by that enterprising photographer Abell. It is a silver one and is given for the best general display at the fair. Abell's photos will win anywhere." Oregonian, 31 October - 2 December 1881
1881: "The photographic work of Abell continues to be favorably spoken of by all who see the display. orders are duplicated in almost every instance. Call and See him." Oregonian, 3 December 1881 - 11 January 1882.
1882: "By all means take the darling to Abell's, where a first-class photograph of the pet one can be secured. For example of this and other, refer to any one, or examine display." Oregonian, 12 January - 11 February 1882.
1882: "Abell is doing all he possibly can in photographic work, all evidence of his popularity. His latest prints are much admired by those who have seen them. Take a sitting today." Oregonian, 24 March - 14 June 1882.
1882: "Mr. Frank G. Abell left the State yesterday morning and will attend the grand lodge of Chosen Friends which meets in San Francisco next Monday. He will then proceed to Detroit as grand representative of the A. O. U. W." Oregonian, 27 May 1882, pg. 3, col. 2.
1882: "Speaking of photographs, when you want the genuine article, consult Abell, the peoples' photographer. For samples, see his display, which cannot be excelled anywhere." Oregonian, 5 August 1882 - October
1882: report on Mechanics Fair "F. G. Abell makes a very creditable display, which is attracting a great deal of attention. A detailed description of his exhibit will appear in The Oregonian next Sunday morning." Oregonian, 28 September 1882, pg. 3, col. 3.
1882: report on Mechanics Fair "F. G. Abell. Who makes the finest display in the art gallery, has long been known as the leading photographer of Portland. His exhibit at the north end of the art gallery, around which hundreds of admirers constantly linger. His photographic gallery is located at 167 First street where he is doing a thriving business. His work is considered the best of any artist this side the Rocky mountains. Visitors from the interior who desire a picture of themselves done in the most approved style should call at his elegantly fitted gallery. Mrs. Abell has charge of the reception parlor and readily gives all information as regards prices, etc." Sunday Oregonian, 1 October 1882, pg. 5, col. 6.
1882: "F. G. Abell, the photographer, excells in every branch of the business. If one really desires the best they have only to call at his estblishment to obtain what they want. Examine his beautiful display at the foot of the stairs" Oregonian, 1 Nov 1882 pg. 3 col. 2.
1883: "Abell, Photographer, 167 and 169 First Street" The Northwest News (Portland) 1 February 1883 - 5 March 1883 (first insertion, further issues not checked)
1883: "Frank G. Abell, the well known artist of Portland, was in town during the latter part of the week. He came up to take the pictures of the Seniors. Mr. Abell has taken the pictures of every class that has graduated from the University." (Oregon State University in Eugene - ed) The State Journal, (Eugene) 21 April 1883 pg. 5 col. 5.
1884: "The only first-class gallery in the city, Abell & Son's Temple of Photography, 29 Washington. Take the elevator." Oregonian, 3 October - 17 October 1884
1884: "Lightning Process- Children photographed in an instant at Abell & Son's, 29 Washington St." Oregonian, 18 October - 18 November 1884
1885: "Lightning Process- for children and nervous people, at Abell & Son's, our leading photographer, 29 Washington St." Oregonian, 16 February - 15 April 1885
1885: "A CREDIT TO THE CITY.- Abell & Son's photographic establishment is the largest west of Chicago, and executes work unexcelled in the United States. 29 Washington St." Oregonian, 16 April 1885 (first insertion)
1885: "Beautiful Portraits, Having by far the largest and handsomest Photograph Gallery west of Chicago, together with the best corps of artists obtainable, we are now better prepared than ever to do anything and everything in the line of photography. Our extensive copying and enlarging department is unexcelled. Copying from locket size to life. Enlarging from the smallest tin-type or photograph to any size required, in oil, water colors, pastile (sic), free-hand crayon, India ink, and plain photography. All our work guaranteed. Send for price list. Abell & Son, Leading Photographers, 29 Washington St., Portland." Oregonian, 26 June 1885 pg. 8 col. 5 (regular insertion)
1886: "THE MECHANICS FAIR...following is a list of exhibitors and their exhibits... F. G. Abell & Son, photographs..." Oregonian, 8 October 1886, pg. 3, col. 4.
1886: "THE MECHANICS FAIR...Abell has filled his old space with a new and choice selection of specimens. Especial attention is called to the collection of bromides. This process is something new, and is very effective, causing much and favorable comment. It is as soft as crayon work, and yet has more distinctness. Mr. Abell himself stands behind his show case, and has a smile and a pretty card for each and all of his numerous friends.." Oregonian, 12 October 1886, pg. 8, col. 2.
1887: "PHOTOGRAPHS! A Branch Studio of the Well-Known Portland Artists, Abell & Son, is again opened in Colfax, under the management of J. W. Markel at the old Buchtel Gallery." The Commonor, (Colfax WA) 12 August 1887 - 17 February 1888 (courtesy Robert King)
1887: "Industry Lodge No. 8, A. O. U. W., presented F. H. Abell with a gold-headed cane, J. H. Misner making the presentation speech in behalf of the lodge. Mr. Abell intends to go to Buenos Ayres (sic)" Oregonian, 29 December 1887, ph. 8, col. 1
1888: "E. W. Moore, the well-known crayon artist, has purchased Abell & Son's photograph gallery, stock, furniture, old negatives and all. Mr. Moore is a photographer of several years' experience, and give the best of satisfaction while connected with that business a year or so ago. In taking possession of this gallery he does not have to build up a trade- Mr. Moore is already acknowledged as the leading artist and photographer of the Northwest. The gallery is the largest and most completely furnished of any on the coast. It was built for the convenience of its patrons. Among other improvements which might be mentioned is a fine elevator which will take you to the reception-room door. The writer of this article was surprised to see the amount of negatives that had been taken during the past few years; nearly 21,000 were carefully numbered and filed away for future orders. It would be very hard to name a person that had not been in this part of the Northwest for some time that Mr. Moore couldn't immediately show you a negative or furnish you a photo of. A great many orders are printed at this gallery from old negatives, which, by the way, are furnished at greatly reduced price. Some negatives date back nearly ten years.
Mr. Moore has one large room fitted up for his private studio, where he does his large portrait work. Over 200 life-size crayon portraits have been furnished by this artist during the few years he has been here, from orders received from leading citizens of this part of the country, besides several oil portraits that are considered as fine as any on the coast. Among them we might mention one of J. W. Whalley and Dr. A. S. Nichols, which secured him the grand gold medal at the last Mechanics' fair. One can scarcely go into a house here but some of his artistic work can be seen. The decoration of a home is not complete without some of his work We are glad to see the young man as the proprietor of this beautiful gallery, for we know that the photographic work is all its branches from this house will be finished in the most artistic manner and that his patrons will receive the kindest attention, while no one will be turned away dis-satisfied. Mr. Moore employs the best of help that can be obtained, and pays better wages, than any other photographer on the coast, and yet any kind of work in his line can be had as reasonable as at any other gallery. But his patron's never 'kick' about the price when they can have their work done in the highest style of art." Oregonian, 2 January 1888, pg. 9, col. l
1899: "Abell-Herrin Co., photographers, 122 Sixth St." The Cardinal, (Portland High School Vol. 2 No. 10 June 1899 back cover)
1909: photograph of Frank G. Abell at the Photographer's Convention. Seattle Post Intelligencer, 15 September 1909, pg. 10 (courtesy Michael Cirelli)
1909: report of the Pacific Northwest Photographers' Association of America convention. F. G. Abell was a member of various committees and transacted various routine business. Abell was elected President of the Association for the next term. Camera Craft, Vol. XVI, No. 11, November 1909, pg. 443-449.
1910: (classified ad) "FOR SALE An up-to-date Studio, on account of failing health, one of the best equipped and centrally located in the city of Tacoma, Wash. Money talks if you want to buy. Address F. G. Abell, Provident Building, Tacoma Wash." Camera Craft, August 1910, pg. 343.
1910: "Frank G. Abell, aged 66 years, died yesterday morning at his room in the Stewart hotel, 757 1/2 C street, of dilation of the heart. He had been ill for a year or more with asthma and had been confined to his bed for about a week. He is survived by his widow and a son and daughter by a former marriage. His daughter, Mrs. Partridge, lives in Boston. Mr. Abell had a photographic studio in the Provident building. He came here about a year and a half ago and bought the business of Mr. Cutberth, for whom he had done some work for a year or two, afterward going to California.
A. L. Jackson, a photographer of this city, says he knew Mr. Abell in Eugene, Ore., 35 years ago, and learned the photographic business of him. Later Mr. Abell was in Portland and ranked among the best artist of the Pacific Coast. A year ago in Seattle he was made president of the Photographers' Association of the Pacific Northwest. His death will make the duties of president fall upon Vice President Wadds of Vancouver, B. C., in which city the association meets in August.
The remains of Mr. Abell were removed to the Hoska-Buckley-King company's parlors to be prepared for burial. They will be sent to Portland, where the funeral will be held under the auspices of the Ancient Order of United Workmen. (Interment Riverview Cemetery, Portland, OR.)" The Tacoma Daily Ledger, 22 July 1910, pg. 14, col. 4. (courtesy Michael Cirelli)
1910: "CHIEF PHOTOGRAPHER DIES - Head of Association in Pacific Northwest Passes Away - Tacoma, July 21 - Frank D. Abell, aged 66, died today of dilation of the heart, after a long illness with asthma. He was a prominent local photographer.
He lived in Eugene, Or., 35 years ago, and had followed his profession in Oregon, California and Washington. He was president of the Photographers' Association of the Pacific Northwest, having been elected at Seattle last year. The duties will now devolve upon Vice-President Wadds, of Vancouver, B. C., where the association meets in August.
The body will be taken to Portland, where the funeral will be held under the auspices of the A. O. U. W." Oregonian, 22 July, 1910, pg. 14, col. 2.
1910: report of the Annual Convention of the Photographers Association. Vice President of the Association officially notified the convention of the death of Association president F. G. Abell. The convention adopted a resolution of mouring, adjourned for 30 minutes in Abell's honor, and extended a communication of regret to his family (who were not named in this report). Camera Craft, October, 1910, pg. 347.
1910: (classified ad) "FOR SALE An up-to-date Studio, on account of failing health, one of the best equipped and centrally located in the city of Tacoma, Wash. Money talks if you want to buy. Address F. G. Abell, Provident Building, Tacoma Wash." Camera Craft, August 1910, pg. 343.
1927: Biography of O. C. Yocum "...Joe Buchtel and a man named Stolte also had a photograph gallery in Portland then. They sold their gallery to Mr. Towne, who later sold it to Mr. Trask, who sold it to Mr. Able." Oregon Journal 3 July 1927, sec. 1, pg. 6, col. 6-7. quoted fully under O. C. Yocum in this book.
Bibliography
Abell, Frank G., "PRACTICAL INSTRUCTION FOR THE NOVICE", article in Photographic Mosaics, ed Wilson, Edward L., (annual of Philadelphia Photographer) Philadelphia; Wilson, 1881, pg. 19-20 "Brother workers, in relation to practical working and theoretical there is a vast difference. The former is the every-day experience of those who daily manipulate plates, and study the best effects of light and shade for the customer who pays them for the work, and rightly expects to have the best the operator can produce. The latter is one who is constantly giving to the fraternity his theory upon certain points, but in reality is not able to produce what he thinks he might or should by pursuing a given course. I shall not theorize, but give to the readers of Mosaics what, in my hands, has proven a very uniform way of working.
The first thing that presents itself to the novice is the preparation of plates for negatives. To clean, place in a solution of nitric acid and water, as follows: Two parts acid and one part water. Leave your plates in over night, or longer, as the case may require. Remove from the acid, and wash thoroughly under the tap with stiff brush, and place in clean water ready for albumenizing.
To prepare the foregoing, take the white of one egg and beat it to a stiff froth; place this in a half-gallon bottle and shake well, then filter through a fine sponge; to the sponge tie a piece of candlewick that will reach the bottom of the vessels you are to filter into, so as to prevent the formation of bubbles; having done this much, rinse the plates off under the tap a second time, and pour the albumen on at the upper right-hand corner, flow it over the plate and run it off at the lower right-hand corner into the sink; drain for a moment, and then allow the water from the tap to run on the lower corner and back of the plate, to remove the albumen that naturally crawls up the back of the plate; set away to dry. Be careful and cover your plates with paper after you have finished albumenizing, to prevent the dust from settling on them while drying. To make your negative, flow your plate with collodion made in the following way, commencing at the upper right-hand corner and flow smoothly around the plate, allowing it to run from the lower right-hand corner back into the collodion vial; rock the plate gently till well set, then immerse in a bath of nitrate of silver, prepared as given below.

Collodion
Alcohol and Ether, ................................................................................equal parts
Iodine of Ammonium, French (as your light requires),.................4 1/2 to 5 grains.
Anthony's Negative Cotton, ..................................................................5 1/2 grains.
Bromide of Potassium (dissolve in water the least possible quantity) 2 1/2 grains.

Bath
Nitrate of Silver (Rosengarten's)............................................................40 grains.
Water, .....................................................................................................1 ounce.
Iodine of Potassium................................................................................1/2 grain.

You will find in the writings of many operators, that distilled water should always be used. I never use any water but such as I can get from the tap.
The purifying of the bath, after it has refused to produce satisfactory work, comes next. My plan is this: First evaporate sufficient to drive off the alcohol and ether that the bath has gained from the dipping of many plates; place in a bottle, and reduce by adding water to about twenty gains, hydrometer test, and set in the sun or light until perfectly clear; then filter, and lastly, add new silver to make it the required strength of forty grains. The bath treated in this way has seldom refused to work O. K. from the start. The developer used with the foregoing is
Saturated Solution of Iron,...............................10 ounces
Acetic Acid, No. 8,...........................................10 ounces
Alcohol,.............................................................3 ounces
Water enough to fill up remaining space in half-gallon bottle; fix in hyposulphite of soda or cyanide of potassium. I prefer for good printing color, negatives fixed with cyanide. After fixing and washing, coat with gum Arabic, for retouching. Lastly, and by no means the least important feature necessary to making nice work, is to keep yourself and rooms clean.
I have not said one half as much as I would like. But my dear friend Wilson, and the best friend the photographer has, is patiently waiting for this little mite from far off-Oregon, and I will close. I hope this will serve to assist some new 'chip' to get out of trouble." (this publication also contains an article by Partridge)
Hodgkin, F. E. & Galvin, J. J., Pen Pictures of Representative Men Of Oregon, Portland; Farmer & Dairyman Publishing House, 1882 pg. 104-105 "Frank G. Abell, The popular and artistic photographer of Portland, was born in Roscoe, Winnebago county, Illinois, September 20, 1844. He went with his parents to California in 1857, and finished his education in the Methodist College at Santa Clara. After leaving this institution he remained with his parents at their home in Petaluma, Sonoma county, for a few weeks, and then joined the Lloyd Magruder mining expedition to Powder river. He was then but sixteen years of age, and not taking kindly to mining, returned home in the following fall, 1862. Having taken a fancy to the photographic business, and being possessed of talent in that line, he proceeded to San Francisco, and entered the well-known establishment of William Shew, on Montgomery street, where he remained four years, becoming master of the art in all its branches. In 1863, at the age of nineteen, Mr. Abell was married to Miss Kate Lauder, daughter, of George Lauder, Esq., a prominent hay and grain dealer of San Francisco, and has now two children, the oldest of whom, Emma May, aged eighteen, is at present perfecting her musical education in the Bay City, under the direction of Mrs. Marriner-Campbell, and the youngest, George L., aged sixteen, is attending the State University at Eugene, from which institution he will soon graduate. In 1866 Mr. Abell paid a visit to his old home in the East, where he remained one year, and upon his return was again engaged by Mr. Shew, where he held forth until 1874. In that year he started out on his own account and took a business trip through California, taking in San Diego, Grass Valley, and all the towns of importance throughout the State, Mrs. Abell accompanying him on the entire journey. His venture proving so successful, Frank concluded to pay a visit to Oregon, believing that his work would commend itself to the residents here, and he arrived at Ashland in November, 1876; he spent the winter there and in Jacksonville, and them moved on to Portland, stopping in Roseburg two months and in Eugene three months, reaching here in November 1877. On his arrival Mr. Abell saw at once that this city afforded a superior opportunity for a photographer of ability and, after paying a very short visit to his home in San Francisco, returned and bought out the establishment of D. H. Hendee commencing business January 10, 1878. Since his arrival here Mr. Abell has brought his business to a high degree of perfection, and obtained an extensive and well-merited patronage. During the last session of the Legislative Assembly he visited the capital and obtained single photographs of each member, and also a grouping of all together; likewise the State officers. The enterprise was the first one of the kind ever attempted, and gave general satisfaction."
Peter Palmquist, unpublished research notes, in Oregon Historical Society files."Carte de visite portraits, (with tax stamp) labeled "Abell's Star Gallery, Mills & Doll's Building, Main St., Stockton" indicate that he worked for a period in Stockton before the end of 1866.", "During the winter of 1869-1870 the San Diego newspapers list 'Frank Abell, Jr', in the partnership of Abell & Bain (beginning November 1869), this partnership was dissolved on March 5, 1870, with Bain continuing the business. Abell, meanwhile was appointed city librarian of San Diego. This was apparently short-lived employment for he soon returned to San Francisco where he again worked for William Shew's establishment (1871); r 662 Bryant Street. In May 1872 he was employed at Luther's Photographic Gallery, Unionville, Nevada. The 1872 Great Register of Nevada County listed Abell in Grass Valley. By 1874 Abell had become a traveling photographer visiting towns throughout the northern part of the state. It may be at this time that Abell's Art Gallery was established (Mill Street, near Main, Grass Valley). In 1876 he worked in the partnership Abell & Welsh. By November they reached Ashland, Oregon, where they wintered; (also Jacksonville). Following stops in Roseburg and Eugene, they reached Portland, Oregon in November 1877. There the partnership seems to have ended with Abell's purchase of the business of D. H. Hendee (January 10, 1878) where he worked until 1887. (On July 2, 1881, Abell won a gold medal for photography at the Oregon State Agricultural Society Fair). He returned from Portland To San Francisco where he was active from 1888-1897; r. 2136 Howard Street, San Francisco (1890). In 1897 he moved back to Portland and remained active in photography until he retired to open a restaurant in 1901."
Park, Harriet Word, Marriage Records of Multnomah County, Oregon 1885-1888, Portland; Genealogical Forum 1985 pg. 24. W. H. Partridge of Suffolk Co., Mass., and Emma M. Abell, of Multnomah county. Married 1 September 1886 at the house of Abell by T. Eaton Clapp, Minister of the Gospel; witnesses: Edith Neilson, E. J. Partridge. Page 101 in Marriage Records Book December 1885 to December 1888 at Multnomah County Courthouse.
Brown, Robert O., Nineteenth Century Portland, Oregon Photographers: A Collector's Handbook (author; Portland, 1991) pg. 23-24, 33-34, 46-47, 50-51.
Steele, Chris and Polito, Ron, Directory of Massachusetts Photographers, 1839-1900 (from pre-publication version kindly supplied to me by the authors) Abell, George L. listed in Needham, MA 1898.


Abrams, James L.
Chronology
1901 Sumpter
Directory Listings
1901 POWA pg. 381 Sumpter "Abrams, James L, photographer"
Photographer's Imprints
"Ratchet Wheels and shaft for Bed Boy hoist plant. Transferred from Sumpter, Or. Jan. 5, 1901. by S. T. Co. Tom McEwen Mgr. Ph'td for J. W. Cowden by Abrams." captioned in negative, 8x10 contact print (WCM # LP72-1571/1635-95)


Acadia Studio
Please See Cutberth


Acme View and Advertising Co.
Chronology
ca. 1890's Portland
Photographer's Imprints
"Acme View and Advertising Co., 81 Fourth St., Portland" rubber stamp imprint on back of mount, 6 x 8 1/4" print, view of front street ca. 1890-1900 (OHS collection)


Adams, Joseph Foster
Chronology
1913-1944 Portland
Directory Listings
1913 PCD pg. 125 "Adams, J Foster photgr h 73 Sumner W"
1914 PCD pg. 198 "Adams, J Foster (Grace L) photgr Angelus Coml Photographic Co h 1252 Delaware av"
1915 PCD pg. 137 "Adams, J Foster (Grace L) photgr Angelus Coml Photographic Co h 1244 Wilbur"
1916 PCD pg. 137 "Adams, J Foster (Grace L) photgr h 1244 Wilbur"
1917 PCD pg. 91 "Adams, J Foster (Grace L) photgr Angelus Coml Studio h 1244 Wilbur"
1918 PCD pg. 91 "Adams, J Foster photgr Angelus Coml Studio h 75 Sumner W"
1920 PCD pg. 92 "Adams, J Foster h 73 Sumner W"
1921 PCD pg. 69 "Adams, J Forest (sic) photgr Angelus Coml Studio h 837 E 9th"
1923 PCD pg. 261 "Adams J Foster photogr Angelus Coml Studio h 837 E 9th N"
1924 PCD pg. 238 "Adams, J Foster (Ruth) photgr Angelus Coml Studio h 837 E 9th N"
1925 PCD pg. 206 "Adams, J Foster (Ruth) photgr Angelus Coml Studio h 837 E 9th N"
1926 PCD pg. 182 "Adams, J Foster (Ruth) photgr Angelus Com Studios r837 E 9th N"
1927 PCD pg. 184 "Adams, Jos Foster (Ruth) photo Angelus Coml Studios h837 E 9th N"
1928 PCD pg. 198 "Adams, J Foster (Ruth) photog Angelus Com Studio h837 E 9th N"
1929 PCD pg. 198 "Adams, J Foster (Ruth) photog Angelus Com Studio h837 E 9th N"
1930 PCD not listed
1931 PCD pg. 24 "Adams, J Foster (Ruth) (The Adams Studio) h 193 Morris"; "Adams Studio The (J Foster Adams) coml photogs 242 Wash R516"
1932 PCD pg. 23 "Adams, J Foster (Ruth) (Acme Comlmercial Studio) h 193 Morris"
1933-1944 Acme Commercial Studio
1950-1958 no occ.
News Items and Advertisements
1919: (classified ad) "WANTED FOR CASH- 7-inch F:4.5 lens, Cooke Series II No. 21 1/2 or Zeiss Ic Tessar No. 15a. State condition and price. J. Foster Adams, 73 West Sumner St., Portland, Oregon." American Photography, December 1919, pg. xxii


Adams, Luella M.
Chronology
1907 The Dalles
Directory Listings
1907 POW pg. 576 The Dalles "Adams, Luella M photographer"


Advance Portrait House
Please see Griffith, Charles E.


Aerne, Christopher Jr.
Pritchard, Nora
Aerne Studio
Chronology
1897-1914 Portland
1918 Tacoma WA
Employee Listings
Hanson, J. John photographer 1905
Pritchard, Nora, clerk 1910
Smith, Frank J. printer 1903
Directory Listings
1894 PCD pg. 155 "Aerne, Christian r Clay n w cor 6th" (probably father of photographer)
1896 PCD pg. 134 "Aerne, Christian, farmer, res 415 E Clay" (prob. father)
1897 PCD pg. 134 "Aerne, Christian, photo printer, bds 415 E Clay"; "Aerne, Christian, bds 415 E Clay"
1898 PCD pg. 134 "Aerne, Christian Jr., photog C U Hyland, bds Richmond"; "Aerne, Christian, bds Richmond"
1899 PCD pg. 125 additions and removals supplement "Aerne, Christian Jr, b 453 E Salmon"; "Aerne, Christian res 453 E Salmon"; pg. 134 regular listings "Aerne, Christian Jr, photog C U Hyland, bds Richmond."; "Aerne, Christian, res Richmond"
1900 PCD pg. 134 "Aerne, Christian Jr, photog C A Krauch, bds 453 E Sherman"; "Aerne, Christian, res 453 E Sherman"
1901 PCD pg. 1077 "Aerne, Christopher Jr, photo printer C A Krauch, bds 526 E Mill"
1902 PCD pg. 138 "Aerne, Christopher Jr (Aerne & Nordstrom), rms 133 1/2 5th"; "Aerne & Nordstrom (Christopher Aerne Jr, Carl Nordstrom) photographers, 133 1/2 5th"; "Nordstrom, Carl R (Aerne & Nordstrom), 133 1/2 5th, rms same"
1903 PCD pg. 143 "Aerne, Christopher Jr, photog, 133 1/2 5th, res 512 Harrison"
1904 PCD pg. 158 "Aerne, Christopher Jr. photog, 133 1/2 5th, res 494 Columbia"
1905 PCD pg. 149 "Aerne, Christopher Jr, photog 133 1/2 5th, res 494 Columbia"
1906 PCD pg. 145 "Aerne, Christopher Jr., photog 133 1/2 5th, res 494 Columbia"
1907 PCD pg. 206 "Aerne, Christopher Jr, photog 133 1/2 5th, res 494 Columbia"
1909 PCD pg. 215 "Aerne, Christopher Jr, photog 133 1/2 5th, res 494 Columbia"
1910 PCD pg. 116 "Aerne, Christopher Jr. photgr, 129 1/2 5th, h 494 Columbia" pg. 916 "Pritchard, Nora B. clk C. J. Aerne b 315 Marguerite"
1910 Or. not listed
1911 PCD pg. 132 "Aerne, C Jr photgr 129 1/2 5th h 494 Columbia"
1912 PCD pg. 132 "Aerne, Chris Jr pres Boyd Taxicab Co h 494 Columbia"; "Aerne Studio Nora Pritchard propr, Photographers, 4-352 1/2 Washington Tel Main 2104"
1913 PCD pg. 127 "Aerne, Christ Jr pres Boyd Taxicab Co h 494 Columbia"; "Aerne Studio, Nora Pritchard propr photgr 345 1/2 Washington"
1914 PCD pg. 200 "Aerne, Christ Jr (Anna) pres Boyd Taxicab Co h 494 Columbia"
1915 PCD pg. 138 "Aerne, Christ J. (Anna) mngr Blue Taxicab Co. h 494 Columbia" Pritchard - not listed
Photographer's Imprints
"C. Aerne Jr., Fifth & Alder, Portland Ore." blind stamp on 3 1/2" x 9" card mount with trimmed print mounted.
"C. Aerne Jr., Portland Ore." blind stamp on 3 1/2" x 9" card mount with trimmed print mounted.
"Photo by C. Aerne & Sons, French Bldg, Tacoma Wash" signed in negative on panoramic print of Camp Lewis WA December 10th 1918.
"Aerne & Nordstrom, 133 1/2 5th St., Portraits, Hood 727, Copyright" in negative, 2" x 3" promotional advertising card for their studio with interesting nude.
Bibliography
Photographer's Association of the Pacific Northwest, Programme of Seventh Annual Convention, September 3rd - 6th, 1907, Seattle; n.p. 1907. (unpaginated) "Members Photographic Association of the Pacific Northwest 1907...Aerne, Chris---Portland, Ore..."


Aerne, Robert (1872- )
Chronology
1891-1897 Portland
ca. 1897-ca. 1900 Solano county CA
1902-1903 Portland
Directory Listings
1891 PCD pg. 146 "Aerne, Robert photogr M S Eastman, rms 232 Front"
1892 PCD pg. 204 "Aerne, Robert, photog, res 88 14th N."
1893 PCD pg. 193 "Aerne, Robert, printer Aune, res Midway"
1894 PCD pg. 155 "Aerne, Robert, photo printer McAlpin & Lamb, bds Clay n w cor 6th"
1895 PCD pg. 135 "Aerne, Robert, photographer, bds 415 E Clay"
1896 not listed
1897 PCD pg. 134 "Aerne, Robert, photographer, bds 415 E Clay"
1898 - 1901 PCD not listed
1902 PCD pg. 138 "Aerne, Robert (Robert Aerne Co) bds 534 E 8th"; "Aerne, Robert Co (Robert Aerne) commercial photographers, 534 E 8th, res same"
1903 PCD pg. 143 "Aerne Photoscope Co, Robert Aerne mngr, 133 1/2 5th"; "Aerne, Robert, photog 534 E 8th, res same"
1904 - 1905 PCD Not listed
Bibliography
Palmquist, Peter, unpublished research notes. Summary: Robert Aerne was born in Minnesota in 1872. He was active in Solano county, CA, in 1896-1898.


Ainsworth, Maud (1874-1962)
Babbitt, Maud, Mrs.
Chronology
1899-1923 Portland
Mrs. Maud Ainsworth Babbitt was the daughter of Capt. J. C. Ainsworth. She and her husband moved to Santa Barbara CA in 1924. At about age 50 she married her first cousin. Maud Babbitt died in Santa Barbara Ca. in 1962.
Directory Listings
1899 PCD pg. 135 "Ainsworth, Miss Maud, bds 795 Flanders"
1900 PCD pg. 135 "Ainsworth, Miss Maud, bds 795 Flanders"
1901 PCD pg. 108 "Ainsworth, Miss Maud, bds 795 Flanders"
1903 PCD pg. 144 "Ainsworth, Maud, bds 795 Flanders"
1904 PCD pg. 159 "Ainsworth, Maud bds 795 Flanders"
1905 PCD pg. 150 "Ainsworth, Maud bds 795 Flanders"
1906 PCD pg. 147 "Ainsworth, Maud, res 795 Flanders"
1907 PCD pg. 207 "Ainsworth, Maud, res 795 Flanders"
1909 PCD pg. 216 "Ainsworth, Maud, res Ravensview drive"
1910 PCD pg.117 "Ainsworth, Maud bds R. H. Jenkins" (pg. 591 "Ralph H. Jenkins asst frt and pass agt Spokane P & S Ry Co and Astoria & Col R R Co h Riverside dr")
1911 PCD pg. 133 "Ainsworth, Maud, b R H Jenkins"
1912 PCD pg. 134 "Ainsworth, Maud h Ravensview dr ne cor Hill Crest dr"
1913 PCD pg. 128 "Ainsworth, Maud b R H Jenkins"
1914 PCD pg. 201 "Ainsworth, Maud b R H Jenkins"
1915 PCD not listed
1916 PCD pg. 139 "Ainsworth, Maud b R H Jenkins"
1917 PCD pg. 94 "Ainsworth, Maud h 642 Ravensview dr"
1918 PCD pg. 94 "Ainsworth, Maud h 642 Ravensview dr"
1920 PCD pg. 95 "Ainsworth, Maud h 642 Hillcrest dr"
1921 PCD pg. 72 "Ainsworth, Maud h 642 Hillcrest dr"
1924-1925 PCD not listed
News Items and Advertisements
1895: "Mrs. J. C. Ainsworth, accompanied by her daughters, Miss Ainsworth and Miss Bessie Ainsworth, arrived in the city yesterday morning from their home at Oakland, California. They have taken apartments at the Portland and will remain for the summer." Oregonian, 28 March 1895, pg. 5, col. 3.
1898: account of exhibition by Oregon Camera Club"<description of marine view by H. G. Smith> Somewhat after the same style are two or three dainty views of Tillamook lighthouse, by J. C. Ainsworth, one of which, more somber than the others, might merit the name 'Break, Break, Break,' so suggestive is the inward flow of the curling, spray-white surf.", "Sun Used by Artists", Sunday Oregonian, 9 October 1898 pg. 15
1906: photos reproduced "A Palatial Houseboat in Lyle Harbor, Washington on the Columbia. From a photo by Maud Ainsworth."; on pg. 142 "Echolas Shore, From a photo by Maud Ainsworth" Pacific Monthly, Aug. 1906.
1962: "MRS. MAUD A. BABBITT. Mrs. Maud Ainsworth Babbitt, daughter of the late Capt. J. C. Ainsworth, Oregon pioneer river captain, shipper and banker, died Friday at her home in Santa Barbara, Calif. Her father was founder and builder of Oregon Steam Navigation Co., which operated the first steamboats on the Columbia River. He was also founder of the Ainsworth National Bank, forerunner of the United States National Bank." Oregonian 4 November 1962 pg. 48, col. 5
Bibliography
Oregon Camera Club, Sixth Annual Print Exhibition, October 29 to November 3 1900, Portland; np nd, unpaginated, "List of Members...Ainsworth, Miss Maud...", "Committees...Exhibition Committee...Miss M. Ainsworth..."
Photograms Of The Year 1904, (annual periodical) London; Dawbarn & Ward, pg. 171 "In the metropolis of the State, Portland, the list of pictoral workers...Maud Ainsworth..."


Akers, E. M.
Richards & Akers
Morrow Art Hall
Chronology
1890's Ione
Photographer's Imprints
"W. L. Richards & E. M. Akers, Artists, Headquarters of the Morrow Art Hall, Ione, Oregon" printed front cabinet card


Albright, Miss M.
Chronology
1900 Portland
Bibliography
Oregon Camera Club, Sixth Annual Print Exhibition, October 29 to November 3 1900, Portland; np nd, unpaginated, "List of Members... Albright, Miss M. ..."


Aldrich, Frank C. (ca.1873-1929)
Chronology
1910-1921 Portland
Directory Listings
1910 PCD pg. 120 "Aldrich, Frank C, photog 128 1/2 5th, h 23 N Park"
1911 PCD pg. 137 "Aldrich Frank C, photgr Angelus Coml Photographic Co h 22 9th N"
1912 PCD pg. 137 "Aldrich Frank C, photgr Angelus Coml Photographic Co h 22 9th N"
1913 PCD pg. 131 "Aldrich, Frank C. printer Angelus Com Photographic Co. h Wilsonville sta"
1914 PCD pg. 205 "Aldrich, Frank C (Lena) printer Angelus Com Photographic Co. h 6405 52d SE"
1915 PCD pg. 143 "Aldrich, Frank C. printer Angelus Com Photographic Co. b 22 9th N"
1916 PCD not listed
1917 PCD pg. 872 "Oregon Commerical Studio W H Chatten pres, F C Aldrich vice-pres, F E Andrews sec commercial photgrs 608-45 4th"; pg. 97 "Aldrich, Frank C (Lena) vice-pres Angelus Com Photographic Co. h 83 1/2 W Park"
1918 PCD pg. 97 "Aldrich, Frank C (Lena) shipwkr h 83 Park"
1920 PCD pg. 99 "Aldrich, Frank C (Lena) photgr res 284 Holladay Ave"
1921 PCD pg. 76 "Aldrich, Frank C (Lena) photgr Angelus Coml Studio h 205 6th"
1924-1925 PCD not listed
Photographer's Imprints
"Presented to Geo. H. Himes, by Frank J. Smith & F. C. Aldrich, Photographers" ms annotation on cover of album, photographs are early copy prints documenting Steamboats, received by the Oregon Historical Society November 1915. (OHS album No. 88 A.)
News Items and Advertisements
1929: "FRANK C. ALDRICH- Frank C. Aldrich, 56, husband of Lena Aldrich, brother of Edward and brother-in-law of Mrs. Verna Wilson, died June 12 in Oakland, Cal." Oregonian, 19 June 1929, pg. 10, col. 1.


Allatt
Chronology
1897 Sherman County
News Items and Advertisements
1897: "Hammond, the photographer, is branching out in new lines that will be beneficial to business in The Dalles. He has a branch gallery at Arlington under the management of Mr. Fulsom, and this morning started Mr. Allatt into Sherman county with a complete picture taking outfit." Times-Mountaineer, (The Dalles) 17 April 1897, pg. 3, col. 3


Allen
Allen & Dollarhide
Chronology
1878 Portland
News Items and Advertisements
1878: "SOMETHING NEW Pictures cheaper than ever heard of before. Gem pictures, 24 for 50 cents, and all other sizes in proportion. Children's pictures taken in one second. All pictures finished in ten minutes. Allen & Dollarhide, proprietors. Opposite P. O., Portland. Branch of Wing & Allen, S. F." Oregonian, 23 February 1878 pg. 3, col. 2.
1878: "Gem pictures, 24 for 50 cents, and all other sizes in proportion. Children's pictures taken in one second. Gallery, opposite postoffice, Portland. Branch of Wing & Allen, S. F." Oregonian, 23 February 1878


Allen, Arthur A.
Chronology
1910 Portland
Directory Listings
1910 PCD pg. 121 "Allen, Arthur A salsn b 527 Kearney"
News Items and Advertisements
1910: Catalogue of print exhibition, Arthur A. Allen has seven print entries, taken in the south sea islands and Tahiti. Oregon Camera Club, 15th Annual Print Exhibit, April 11th to 16th 1910., np, nd, 1910, pg. 5.


Allen, Frederick C.
Chronology
1910 Portland
Directory Listings
1909 PCD not listed
1910 PCD pg. 122 "Allen, Fredk C, photgr, h 7 N Park"
1911 PCD not listed


Allen, O. G.
Chronology
1911-1913 Pendleton
Directory Listings
1912 Polk Umatilla and Morrow County pg. 22 Pendleton "Allen, Orla G (Allen Postal & View Co) res 15 East Oregonian Bldg", "Allen Postal and View Co (Orla G. Allen) Postal Cards and Views, 15 East Oregonian Bldg."
1914 Polk Umatilla and Morrow County not listed
Photographer's Imprints
"Allen's Electric Studio, Eagle Woodman Bldg., Pendleton, Or." photo post card
"Umatilla Indians Round Up. Pendleton, Ore. O. G. Allen Photo No. 261" photo post card, captioned in negative.
"Umitilla Indians At The R. U. Pendleton Ore. C. by O. G. Allen Photo No. 619" photo post card, captioned in negative.
"Indian War Dance At The Round Up No. 116. Copyright 1911 by O. G. Allen, Pendleton, Ore." photo post card, captioned in negative.
"The Round Up Parade, O. G. Allen Photo, Pendleton, Ore. No. 302" photo post card, captioned in negative.
"The Old Stages In The Round Up Parade. No. 118 Copyright by O. G. Allen, Pendleton Ore 1911" photo post card, captioned in negative.
Panoramic format prints are signed in negative
News Items and Advertisements
1913: "Crazed Man Drives His Auto Into Drug Store; Interior of Place Wrecked; None Hurt. O. G. Allen, a local photographer, escapes from attendants at St. Anthony’s hospital, jumps into machine, and speeds down street at fifty miles an hour tears through fence and heads for business center of city. Stnads in car yelling ‘Let ‘er Buck" (the full two column account must be seen to be appreciated) East Oregonian August 22, 1913.


Allen, Rata, Miss
Chronology
1899 Baker City
Directory Listings
1899 EO & P pg. 253 Baker City "Allen, Miss Rata, photographer Hazeltine's, r Front, cor Auburn av"


Allyna Studio
Chronology
Willamina
Photographer's Imprints
"The Allyna Studio, Willamina, Ore."


Alverson, Frank
Chronology
1876 Eugene
1879 Yreka CA
Directory Listings
Mautz Oregon "Alverson, Frank, 1875, Eugene"
News Items and Advertisements
1876: "Mr. Frank Alverson has purchased the photograph gallery, for a long time past run by R. L. Forbes, and proposes to give us a 'new deal" Oregon State Journal, (Eugene) 2 September 1876
1876: "Alverson, the Photographer, informs us that his stay in this city is limited, he having made arrangements to go below in a few days. All those wishing anything in his line would do well to call soon." Oregon State Journal, (Eugene) 16 September 1876
1876: "We are informed that Alverson, the photographer who recently started in Forbes' old gallery will remain with us but a few days longer, he having made arrangements to go below soon. All those wishing anything in his line should call immediately." Eugene City Guard, (Eugene) 26 August 1876
1876: "Frank Alverson at the gallery of R. L. Forbes has some very fine specimens of photography, and is prepared to make many more. Call and examine his work and give him a 'chance at you." Oregon State Journal, (Eugene) 23 September 1876
1877: "A Fraud - The Eugene Guard gives an account of a young man named Alverson who came to that town last summer, and went into the photographing business and is known here. Dr. Alverson, of Eugene, being acquainted with and distinctly related to the father of the young man, boarded him during his stay here, and when he let him have a pair of horses and buggy with which to travel and follow his occupation as a photographer, he agreeing to remit a certain amount each week in consideration thereon. But weeks passed and no returns came, and the doctor began to hunt his namesake. A few days ago he received word from the postmaster at Tehama, Cal., that Alverson had sold the team and buggy at that place and gone to Reno, Nevada. He is a bright appearing young man, about 20 years of age, a photographic artist and is accompanied by Anson Hall, a stepson of Dr. Alverson, the two travelling as the Alverson Bros." Weekly Pacific Tribune, (Seattle) 17 February, 1877 pg. 2, col. 2. (courtesy Michael Cirelli)
Bibliography
Palmquist, Peter, unpublished research notes. Summary: Alverson opened a gallery in Yreka, CA, for a short time in June 1879. Newspaper advertisement: "Rooms on Miner Street, Yreka, second door from U S Bakery."


Alvord, Charles A.
Sherwood, Samuel P.
Alvord-Brown
Alvord & Sherwood
Chronology
1893-1918 Portland
ca. 1895 McMinnville
Employee Listings
Hobson, Samuel photographer 1901
Directory Listings
1893 PCD pg. 200 "Alvord, Charles A. photographer J. S. Potter, rms 225 1/2 First"
1894 PCD pg. 160 "Alvord, Charles A, photographer, 167 1/2 1st, res same"
1895 PCD pg. 139 "Alvord, Charles A, photographer 281 1/2 1st, res 713 Hood"
1896 PCD not listed
1897 PCD pg. 138 "Alvord, Charles A, photographer 189 Madison, res 247 1/2 5th"
1898 PCD pg. 139 "Alvord, Charles A (Alvord & Sherwood) bds 533 Morrison"; "Alvord & Sherwood (Charles A Alvord, Samuel P. Sherwood), photographers 183 Madison"; "Sherwood, Samuel P (Alvord & Sherwood), 183 Madison, res 533 Morrison"
1899 EO & P not listed
1899 PCD pg. 140 "Alvord, Charles A, photog, 185 1/2 Morrison, bds 533 same"
1900 PCD pg. 140 "Alvord, Charles A. photog 252 Washington, res 533 Morrison"
1901 PCD pg. 113 "Alvord, Charles A, photographer, 203 1/2 1st, bds 533 Morrison"
1901 POWA pg. 283 Portland "Alvord, Charles A photogr 508 Williams av"
1902 PCD pg. 145 "Alvord, Charles A, photog 203 1/2 1st, res 381 Yamhill"
1903 PCD pg. 150 "Alvord, Charles A, photog, 203 1/2 1st, res same"
1904 PCD pg. 165 "Alvord, Charles A, photog, res 208 Grant"
1905 PCD pg. 157 "Alvord, Charles A, photog Kiser Photographic Co, res 208 Grant"
1906 PCD pg. 154 "Alvord, Charles A (Alvord & Frost) res Anabel Sta."; "Alvord & Frost (Charles A. Alvord, John B. Frost), real est 183 Morrison"
1907 PCD pg. 215 "Alvord, Charles A, photog, bds Anabel sta"
1909 PCD pg. 225 "Alvord, Charles A, photog Kern Park, res same"
1910 PCD pg. 125 "Alvord, Chas A photgr Kern Park h 43 Kelly"
1911 PCD pg. 144 "Alvord, Chas A photgr h 5614 37th av S E"
1912 PCD not listed
1913 PCD not listed
1914 PCD pg. 212 "Alvord, Chas A (Nettie) photgr 201 1/2 1st h 5614 37th av S E"
1915 PCD pg. 149 "Alvord, Chas A (Nettie) photgr 201 1/2 1st h 5614 37th av SE"
1916 PCD pg. 148 "Alvord, Chas A (Nettie) photgr 167 1/2 1st h 5614 37th av SE"
1917 PCD pg. 103 "Alvord, Chas A (Nettie) photgr 167 1/2 1st h 5614 37th av SE"
1918 PCD pg. 104 "Alvord, Chas A (Nettie) photgr h 5614 37th av SE"
1920 PCD pg. 107 "Alvord, Chas A (Nettie) mech h 5614 37th av SE"
1921 PCD pg. 83 "Alvord, Chas A (Nettie) clk h 5614 37th av SE"
1924 PCD pg. 254 "Alvord, Chas A (Nettie) clk YMCA res 5614 37th av SE"
1925 PCD pg. 223 "Alvord, Chas A (Nettie) dept sec YMCA h 5614 37th Av SE"
1930 PCD pg. 153 "Alvord, Chas A (Nettie) atdt YMCA h 984 E Caruthers"
1934 PCD pg. 100 "Alvord, Chas A chk room asst YMCA r 831 SW 6th av"
1936 PCD pg. 92 "Alvord, Chas A r 831 SW 6th av"
Mautz Oregon "Alvord, 1890, Portland"
Photographer's Imprints
"Alvord Extra Finish. McMinnville, Oregon"
"Alvord - Brown, 225 First St."
"Alvord, Extra Finish, 281 1/2 First St., Portland Or." cabinet card front.
Bibliography
Brown, Robert O., Nineteenth Century Portland, Oregon Photographers: A Collector's Handbook (author; Portland, 1991) pg. 51 Alvord gallery in McMinnville ca. 1895.


Ambrose, Thomas
Chronology
1917 Portland
Directory Listings
1916 PCD not listed
1917 PCD pg. 103 "Ambrose, Thos photgr 248 1/2 1st r 178 Caruthers"


American Portrait Co.
Chronology
ca. 1900 Tillamook
Photographer's Imprints
"Am. Portrait Co. Artistic Photographers, Tillamook, Oregon"


American View Co.
Chronology
1900 Sumpter
ca. 1905 Portland
Directory Listings
1901-1911 PCD not listed
Photographer's Imprints
"American View Co., Duplicates can be had at 43 1/2 Third St., Room 16" rubber stamp on back of card mount. 6 1/2 x 8 1/2" view of Hasty Messenger Co., which appears in the 1904 Portland City Directory at the same address visible on the facade in the photograph.
"American View Co, 33 North st. Sumpter Or." rubber stamp on back of cabinet card, "Alvin W. Jackson age 6 mos. Oct. 1900" in negative, baby portrait.


Analytis or Analetis, James
Genatis & Analytis
Chronology
1913-1915 Portland
Directory Listings
1912 PCD not listed
1913 PCD pg. 140 "Analetis, Jas photgr 16 5th N h same"
1914 PCD pg. 216 "Analetis, Jas photgr 16 5th N r same"
1915 PCD pg. 494 "Genatis, Geo (Genatis & Analytis) r 11 5th N"; "Genatis & Analytis (Geo Genatis Jas Anayltis) photgrs 11 5th N"; pg. 152 "Analytis, Jas (Genatis & Analytis) r 11 5th N"
1916 PCD not listed


Anderson, Alfred
Chronology
1894-1900 Portland
Directory Listings
1893 PCD pg. 202 "Anderson, Alfred (A Anderson & Co), res 779 Northrup"
1894 PCD pg. 163 "Anderson, A & Co. (Alfred Anderson), Printers, Lithographers and Bookbinders, 208 Alder"
1895 PCD pg. 141 "Anderson, Alfred (A Anderson & Co), res 779 Northrup"
1896 PCD pg. 140 "Anderson, Alfred (A Anderson & Co), res 779 Northrup"
1897 PCD pg. 140 "Anderson, Alfred, mngr Anderson Ptg & Litho Co, res 779 Northrup"
1898 PCD pg. 141 "Anderson, Alfred, mngr Anderson Ptg & Litho Co, res 779 Northrup"
1898 AA pg. 264 "Oregon Camera Club, Portland, Oregon, ...Treasurer, A. Anderson..."
1899 PCD pg. 142 "Anderson, Alfred, mngr Anderson Ptg & Litho Co, res 779 Northrup"
1900 PCD pg. 143 "Anderson, Alfred, mngr Anderson Ptg & Litho Co, res 341 Tillamook."
1904 PCD pg. 167 "Anderson, Alfred, Pres Anderson & Duniway Co, res 341 Tillamook"
1906 PCD pg. 157 "Anderson, Alfred, Pres Anderson & Duniway Co, res 341 Tillamook"
1910 PCD pg. 128 "Anderson, Alfred, Pres Anderson & Duniway Co, h 341 Tillamook"
1913 Polk’s Portland Blue Book pg. 60, membership roster of the Oregon Camera Club "Anderson, Alfred"
1915 PCD pg. 152 "Anderson, Alf, mngr Anderson Printing Co, r 341 Tillamook"
1920 PCD pg. 112 "Anderson, Alf (Anderson Printing Co) r 341 Tillamook"
1925 PCD pg. 227 "Anderson, Alf (Anderson Printing Co) h 341 Tillamook"
1930 PCD pg. 159 "Anderson, Alf (Anderson Printing Co) h 341 Tillamook"
Photographer's Imprints
"Alfred Anderson. 208 Alder, Portland" 6 1/2 x 8 1/2 print of 1894 Portland flood on printed mount
News Items
1895: "The Camera Club... the membership is rapidly increasing at every meeting, this latter is is partially due to the efforts of a few of the members, especially Mr. Herteman (sic) and Mr. A. Anderson...", Oregonian, 9 February 1895 pg. 9.
Bibliography
Oregon Camera Club, Sixth Annual Print Exhibition, October 29 to November 3 1900, Portland; np nd, unpaginated, "List of Members...Anderson, Alfred...", "Charter Members... Alfred Anderson...", "Committees...Lantern Slide Committee... A. Anderson..."
Brown, Robert O., Nineteenth Century Portland, Oregon Photographers: A Collector's Handbook (author; Portland, 1991) pg. 51.


Anderson, C. W.
Chronology
Portland
Directory Listings
1890-1900 PCD not listed at this address.
Photographer's Imprints
"C. W. Anderson & Co., Landscape Photographer, 128 Third Street, Portland Oregon." rubber stamp on back of mount, 6 x 7 print on 10" wide mount (mount and print damaged, unable to determine original vertical dimension) school portrait, Portland. (OHS)


Anderson, E. H., Mr. (Dallas)
Chronology
1880 Dallas
The implication of the reopening announcement is that this is the only photograph studio in Dallas in 1880.
News Items and Advertisements
1880: List of 150 signatures on petition opposing construction of a new court house in Dallas. "E. H. Anderson" Polk County Itemizer, (Dallas) 28 May 1880 pg. 2 col 3.
1880: "Photographs. Many persons will be pleased to learn that the photograph gallery is again in running order. Mr. E. H. Anderson will attend to all work that comes in. For the present he announces Friday and Saturday of each week as operating days. City patrons especially requested to call on Friday. None but good work turned out of his hands. Persons in this vicinity will do well to patronize our home gallery and then when we want anything in that line we don't have to go away from home to get it." Polk County Itemizer, (Dallas) 13 Aug 1880 pg. 1 col. 6.


Anderson, J. B.
Tollman Studio
Chronology
1913-1925 Eugene
There was a J. B. Anderson in Morris, Minnesota, in the 1890s who was an active photographer and imprinted his cabinet cards.
J. B. Anderson bought the Tollman Studio from Lulu Ehrhardt, the divorced wife of J. W. Tollman
Directory Listings
1910 Lane not listed
1913 POW pg. 1950 photographers "Anderson, J. B., Eugene O"
1915 POW pg. 1491 photographers "Anderson, J. B., Eugene O"
1917 POW pg. 1534 photographers "Tolman Studio, Eugene O"
1925 POW pg. 219 Eugene "Tollman Studio (J. B. Anderson) photog 734 Willamette"
News Items and Advertisements
1908: (classified ads) "WANTED by June 10th, a good all round man, one who can retouch, operate, and work developing papers, take charge of studio whenever necessary. Steady position to right party. Send references and state wages expected in first letter. Address, J. B. Anderson, Morris, Minn." Camera Craft, Vol. XVI, No. 6, June, 1909. (author is not entirely positive this is the same person)
1915: "Tollman, 734 Willamette St., phone 77D, The Tollman Studio, J. B. Anderson, prop." Oregana 1916, (University of Oregon, Eugene, 1915) pg. 29.


Anderson, L. E.
Chronology
1900-1913 Portland
Directory Listings
1913 AAP pg. 327 "Oregon Camera Club ... secretary L. E. Anderson;..."
Bibliography
Oregon Camera Club, Sixth Annual Print Exhibition, October 29 to November 3 1900, Portland; np nd, unpaginated, "List of Members...Anderson, L. E..."
"The Oregon Camera Club's Best Exhibit", Oregonian, 3 December 1905 pg. 40, illus. "The animal pictures free of landscape are few in number... as the 'Elk' by L. E. Anderson. The last-named artist has one of the very few flower studies, in this case combined with landscape, 'Erythroniunis,' which grow very near the summit of snow-capped mountains"


Anderson, L. M.
Chronology
1908 Merrill
News Items and Advertisements
1908: "International Photographic Association... List of New Members... 1762- Louis M. Anderson, Box 7, Merrill, Ore. 6 1/2 x 8 1/2 and smaller, on developing paper, platinum and carbon, of landscapes, seascapes and portraits" Camera Craft, Vol. XV, No. 11, November 1908, pg. 445


Andrew, Byron
Chronology
1917 Portland
Directory Listings
1916 PCD not listed
1917 PCD pg. 112 "Andrew, Byron photgr 244 Burnside r 160 E 47th"


Andrews, A., Miss.
Chronology
1900 Portland
Bibliography
Oregon Camera Club, Sixth Annual Print Exhibition, October 29 to November 3 1900, Portland; np nd, unpaginated, "List of Members... Andrews, Miss A. ..."


Andrews, Frank E.
Chronology
1917 Portland
Directory Listings
1917 PCD pg. 872 "Oregon Commerical Studio W H Chatten pres, F C Aldrich vice-pres, F E Andrews sec commercial photgrs 608-45 4th"; pg. 112 "Andrews, Frank E (Bessie E) sec Hicks-Chatten Engraving Co h 804 E Grant"


Angelus Studio
Angelus Commercial Photo Co.
Please see Weister, George
Please see Prentiss, Arthur
Employee Listings
Adams, John Foster., photographer and printer 1914-1929
Aldrich, Frank C., photographer and printer 1911-1923
Brown, H. C.
Gensler, Jacob vice pres 1912, mngr 1913, photographer 1914.
Hasenmayer, Max manager 1916
Hasenmayer, Oscar manager 1917
Bibliography
The Call Number, (periodical, University Of Oregon Library) Vol. 24, No. 2, Spring 1963, the entire issue is about the Angelus photographs. "the photographs in this essay were drawn from the Angelus Collection, University of Oregon Library. The Angelus Studio was one of the great studios of Portland..."
The Angelus Collection, typewritten paper in Oregon Historical Society Files, no author or date, probably from the University of Oregon. This paper has many ms. corrections and does not appear to be entirely accurate. Summary of this paper: George Weister founded the studio, and had negatives dating back to 1872. He worked as an official photographer for a railroad company. The bulk of his work was commercial photography. According to the typewritten paper, and ms notes, he died in 1918 or 1922 or 1923. Upon Weister's death (or disability) he sold his studio to Arthur Prentiss, who had worked for him since 1910. In 1932 ill health forced Prentiss to retire and he sold the business and the negatives to Fred N. Clark, who ran the studio with his wife Alma. The collection of negatives is now housed in the Special Collections division of the University of Oregon Library. The Works Progress Administration began an index of the materials in 1937 and the University completed the project later. (Please note that just before press time for this book the author has located the original employees of Angelus and the person who prepared the inventory for the WPA. I have not had a chance to fully interview these people yet, however I am hoping to include this in future editions. I should remark for posterity that I am in disagreement with most of the published information about Angelus. Fred Clark was not a photographer. The early images, which are credited to Weister, are actually the work of another photographer and are probably 1883-1886. I am hoping to clarify this in future editions. The relationship between Prentiss and Weister is much more complex.
1914 "Angelus Commercial Studio, The, Goodnough Bldg, Main 2014" plus display ad: "Angelus Commercial Studio. We Photograph Construction Work, Interiors and Exteriors of Buildings, Real Estate Views, Machinery, Furniture, Automobiles, Catalog Work, etc. Special Instruments for Every Requirement. Goodnough Bldg, 5th and Yamhill Main 2014" 1914 PCBD Directory
1916: "Angelus Commercial Studio, Commercial Photographers, Operating the Largest and Most Complete Commercial Photographic Studio on the Pacific Coast. Interior and Exterior Views of Buildings, Manufacturing and Business Establishments, Machinery, Automobiles, Scenery, Catalogue Work, Lantern Slides, Developing, Printing, Enlarging and Copying. Phone Main 2014. Goodnough Building, Fifth and Yamhill Streets, Portland, Oregon" Polk's Portland City Directory 19176. Portland; R. L. Polk & Co. 1916. pg. 1474
1917: "Angelus Commercial Studio, Commercial Photographers, Operating the Largest and Most Complete Commercial Photographic Studio on the Pacific Coast. Interior and Exterior Views of Buildings, Manufacturing and Business Establishments, Machinery, Automobiles, Scenery, Catalogue Work, Lantern Slides, Developing, Printing, Enlarging and Copying. Phone Main 2014. Abington Building, Portland, Oregon" Polk's Portland City Directory 1917. Portland; R. L. Polk & Co. 1917. pg. 1469


Anson, Charles
Chronology
ca. 1900 Portland
Photographer's Imprints
"Charles Anson, Portland" imprinted on back of mount 4x5 print of river view.


Applegate, James W.
Chronology
1891-1925 Portland
Directory Listings
1891 PCD pg. 157 "Applegate, James W photogr Cordray's Theater, rms 350 Front"
1894 PCD pg. 167 "Applegate, James W, photographer, 537 Albina av, res same"
1895 PCD pg. 146 "Applegate, James W, photographer, 537 Albina av, res same"
1896 PCD pg. 144 "Applegate, James W, photographer, 508 Williams av, res same"
1897 PCD pg. 144 "Applegate, James W, photographer, 2 6th N, res 537 Albina av"
1898 PCD pg. 145 "Applegate, James W, photographer, 2 6th N, res 539 1/2 Albina av"
1899 EO & P pg. 44 Portland photographers "Applegate, J W 2 6th N and 182 Burnside"
1899 PCD pg. 146 "Applegate, James W, photographer, 2 6th N, res 539 1/2 Albina av"
1900 PCD pg. 147 "Applegate, James W, photographer, 2 6th N, res 197 Cook av"
1901 PCD pg. 120 "Applegate, James W, photog 2 6th N, res 197 Fremont"
1901 POWA pg. 284 Portland "Applegate, James W 2 6th N"
1903 PCD pg. 158 "Applegate, James W, photog 2 6th N, res 197 Cook av"
1904 PCD pg. 174 "Applegate, James W photog 2 6th N, res 197 Cook av"
1905 PCD pg. 169 "Applegate, James W, photog 2 6th N, res 197 Cook av"
1906 PCD pg. 135 additions and removals supplement "Applegate, James W. photog, 2 6th N, res 717 Commercial."; pg. 166 "Applegate, James W. photog, 2 6th N, res 197 Ivy"
1907 PCD pg. 229 "Applegate, James W, photog 2 6th N, res same"
1909 PCD pg. 238 "Applegate, J W, photog, bds 81 6th N"
1910 Or. pg. 160 Portland Photographers "Applegate, W., Studio, 2 N. Sixth St."
1910 PCD pg.137 "Applegate, Jas W photgr, h 181 6th"
1911 PCD pg. 161 "Applegate, Jas W photgr 2 6th N h 349 Benton"
1912 PCD not listed
1914 PCBD not listed
1915 PCD not listed
1917 PJD not listed
1917 PCD pg. 115 "Applegate, Jas W photgr r 253 Front"
1918 PCD pg. 118 "Applegate, Jas W photgr 167 1/2 1st r same"
1920 PCD pg. 123 "Applegate, Jas Wm, Photographer, Portraits, Views, Stamps and Enlarging 167 1/2 1st, res same"
1921 PCD pg. 98 "Applegate, Jas W photgr r 167 1/2 1st"
1924 PCD not listed
1925 PCD pg. 238 "Applegate, Jas W photog 167 1/2 1st r do"
1928 PCD not listed
Mautz Oregon "Applegate, 1890, Portland"
Photographer's Imprints
"J. W. Applegate. corner of Vancouver and Russel, upper Albina" imprinted cabinet cards dating ca. 1892-1893. (reported by Robert Brown)
Bibliography
Brown, Robert O., Nineteenth Century Portland, Oregon Photographers: A Collector's Handbook (author; Portland, 1991) pg. 51-52


Arey, Herbert L. (1867-1938)
Chronology
Portland: early 1900s
Arey was an amateur photographer whose subject was trains. Among railroad photograph enthusiasts he is well known and regarded as among the best of photographers who specialized in trains. Arey was himself a life-long railroad engineer and took good advantage of his photo opportunity.
Directory Listings
1904 PCD not listed
1907 PCD pg. 230 "Arey, Herbert L, eng Eng Co No 12, rms same"
1909 PCD pg. 239 "Arey, Herbert L., eng S P Co, rms 531 Flanders"
News Items
1938: "HERBERT L. AREY. Herbert L. Arey, 70, of ...Northeast Flanders street, died yesterday while visiting his son ... man of the boiler rooms at ...union station, apparently of a heart attack. Mr. Arey was a retired locomotive engineer. Survivors include the ... Mary, and the following ... Herbert H., the son; Mrs. ... Huntington and Mrs. ... Stearns, Portland; Mrs. ... Spinning, Dufur, Or. and ... Amber Arey, Cambridge, Mass. Mr. Arey was born in New Hampshire in 1867. The body is ... moved to Finley's" Oregonian, 8 January 1938, pg. 12, col. 8. very illegible microfilm.
1938: "Retired Engineer Dies Suddenly. Herbert L. Arey, 70, retired locomotive engineer residing at 2937 N. E. Flanders street, died suddenly while visiting his son at the Union Station Friday <7 January -ed>. The son, Herbert H. Arey, said his father had to come to visit him in the boiler room at the station and was seized with a heart attack.
Mr. Arey, a native of New Hampshire, had lived in Portland for many years. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Mary Arey; his son, Herbert; Mrs. Sadie Huntington and Mrs. Pauline Sterns, both daughters living in Portland; a daughter, Miss Amber Arey, of Cambridge, Mass.; and a daughter, Mrs. Mildred Spinning of Dufur. The body is at J. P. Finley & Sons funeral parlors." Oregon Journal, 8 January 1938, pg. 8, col. 8.
1938: "FUNERAL NOTICES... AREY- Jan. 7. Herbert L. Arey at 2937 NE Flanders, husband of Mary Arey, father of Herbert H. Arey, Mrs. Sadie Huntington of Portland, Mrs. Paulina A Stearns and Miss Amber P. Arey of Cambridge, Mass., and Mrs. Mildred Spinning of Dufur, Or. Funeral services will be held Monday at 1 p. m. at Finleys chapel. SW Montgomery at 4th. Friends invited." Oregon Journal, 9 January 1938, pg. 13, col. 6.


Arleta Studio
Chronology
1910-1914 Portland
The Arleta Studio is an unidentified photographer. S. E. Stone, and Kearney are two photographers who lived in Arleta
Directory Listings
1910 Or. pg. 160 Portland Photographers "Arleta Studio, Arleta P. O."
1914 PCBD Photographers "Arleta Studio, 6434 Foster Rd Tabor 5103"


Armatage, Mrs.
Chronology
1900 Portland
Bibliography
Oregon Camera Club, Sixth Annual Print Exhibition, October 29 to November 3 1900, Portland; np nd, unpaginated, "List of Members...Armatage, Mrs..."


Armstrong, A. J.
Grove Studio
Armstrong & Dean
Chronology
1910-1917 Cottage Grove
1913 Creswell
Hammond
Directory Listings
1910 Lane pg. 252 Cottage Grove "Armstrong, A. J., Propr The Grove Studio, Tel Main 584, res s end River, Tel Main 337" plus display ad
1911 POW pg. 116 Cottage Grove "Armstrong, A. J., Propr The Grove Studio"
1911 POW pg. 117 Cottage Grove "Grove Studio, A J Armstrong prop, photographers"
1913 POW pg. 1950 photographers "Armstrong & Dean, Cottage Grove O"
1913 POW pg. 1950 photographers "Armstrong & Dean, Creswell O"
1915 POW pg. 1490 photographers "Armstrong, A J Cottage Grove O"
1917 POW pg. 140 Cottage Grove "Armstrong, A. J., photographer"
Photographer's Imprints
"Armstrong, Hammond Or." signed in negative on panoramic
"Armstrong, Cottage Grove" signed in negative panoramic print of Ft. Stephens, Sept. 1917 (OHS file 744-G)
News Items and Advertisements
1910: "The Grove Studio, A. J. Armstrong, Propr. Portraits, Views, and Enlargements. Appointments Made for Sittings at Any Time, Day or Night. Prices Right. Satisfaction Guaranteed. Phones- Studio, Main 584, Res., Main 337, Schleff Bldg. Main Street At the Bridge." Polk's Lane County and Eugene City Directory, (Portland, Polk, 1910) pg. 252 Cottage Grove


Arnold, Benjamin D.
Chronology
1901 Astoria
Directory Listings
1901 POWA pg. 115 Astoria "Arnold, Benjamin D photographer 528 Commercial"
Bibliography
Oregon Camera Club, Sixth Annual Print Exhibition, October 29 to November 3 1900, Portland; np nd, unpaginated, "List of Members...Armstrong, B..."


Arnold, Hosmer K.
Chronology
1898-1900 Portland
Directory Listings
1904 PCD pg.176 "Arnold, Hosmer K, creditman B-F Drug Co, res 335 Jefferson"News Items
1898: account of exhibition by Oregon Camera Club, list of prints"...By H. K. Arnold, camp and roadside scenes, taken on bicycle trips...", "Sun Used by Artists", Sunday Oregonian, 9 October 1898 pg. 15
Bibliography
Oregon Camera Club, Sixth Annual Print Exhibition, October 29 to November 3 1900, Portland; np nd, unpaginated, "List of Members...Arnold, Hosmer K..."


Aronson, Mrs I.
Chronology
1913 Portland
Directory Listings
1913 Polk’s Portland Blue Book pg. 60, membership roster of the Oregon Camera Club "Aronson, Mrs. I"


Artcraft
Chronology
Grants Pass
This is an unidentified photographer in Grants Pass.
Photographer's Imprints
"Artcraft, Grants Pass, Ore."


Ash, Ormsby M.
Chronology
1900-1905 Portland
Directory Listings
1904 PCD pg. 177 "Ash, Ormsby M, asst R R Hoge, bds 493 Yamhill" (steel salesman)
1910 PCD pg. 141 "Ash, Ormsby M salsn R R Hoge h 354 29th N"
1915 PCD pg. 166 "Ash, Ormsby M, agt U S Steel Products Co h Elk Rock Sta"
1925 PCD pg. 244 "Ash, Ormsby M (Bertha) sales agt U S Steel Prdts Co r Oswego Ore RD1"
Special Papers
Oregon Camera Club, account ledger, manuscript pg. 47, pay to "O. M. Ash, Demonstrations, $7." noted 4 September 1902.
News Items and Advertisements
1902: "ASH, O. M., Portland, Or. 'Her Last Mooring' is the title of a pleasing green carbon that leaves but little to be wished for" Camera Craft, Vol. IV, No. 3, January 1902. pg. 121.
Bibliography
Oregon Camera Club, Sixth Annual Print Exhibition, October 29 to November 3 1900, Portland; np nd, unpaginated, "List of Members...Ash, O. M..."
Up The Columbia, (Portland; C. H. Crocker, 1902) photo by O. M. Ash
First American Photographic Salon, (exhibition catalog, Portland; Portland Society of Photographic Art, 1905) listed as Secretary Treasurer of Portland Society of Photographic Art, and a member of the Portland Salon Committee. Listed in Catalog of prints "Ash, O. M., Portland, Ore. #9 The Mighty Deep $12.00, #10 The Fishers $12.00"
Walker, Will H.; "The American Salon in Portland, Oregon", Camera Craft, Vol. X, No. 6, June 1905, pg. 349-351 "...opening of photographic salon in the new art museum...rooms were initiated by the photographic art salon, May 24th...Portland has four artists represented in five pictures, and one other Oregon artist, Mrs. Helen P. Gatch of Salem, with two pictures. The officers of the Portland society are: President, Will H. Walker; Vice President, George F. Holman;, Secretary-treasurer, O. M. Ash...O. M. Ash of this city has two pictures in the collection, both water scenes, 'The Mighty Deep' and 'The Fishers.' The former shows a small ship on the ocean just as a small squall is rising. The picture was taken from another vessel..."


Ashford, Francis
Chronology
1918-1920 Portland
The Ashford photographs are a large body of documentary photographs of business and occupational views of Portland. Approximately 1200 negatives, 5x7 glass, are now in the Oregon Historical Society. They are dated 1918-1920 by the calendars on the walls in the images. They were taken with a slow wide angle lens, with shutter, similar to a Protar 5. Magnesium flash was used on the interiors.
The identity of this photographer is in doubt. The group of negatives at the OHS is named the Ashford collection, although a substantial amount of research over the last 10 years has been unable to document why the group is named so.
Ashford is never referred to in directory listings as a photographer. In 1918 there is an Ashfold listed as a photographer, and this is possibly a typographical error for Ashford. Ashford is a listed in all other directories as a picture framer, and in 1918 this framer occupation is not listed, so, it is possible that he became a photographer for a short period of time.
The group is considered quite important by the OHS, and their efforts have accumulated a file of correspondence concerning the identify of the photographer. Included are letters to previous OHS administrators and old photographers active in Portland at the time. All of the letters draw a blank. The OHS has no record of how they came into possession of these negatives.
The current theories are that:
1. Ashford was either a name on a box or piece of paper that accompanied the materials.
2. Ashford the picture framer was the photographer and these are his negatives.
3. Ashford the picture framer found the negatives somewhere and was the donor of them to the OHS, or perhaps someone else named Ashford donated the negatives.
No vintage print of any Ashford negative has been found by the author or any other researchers. Some of the 5x7 negatives have numbers penciled on the edges. Attempts by the author to match the handwriting with other 5x7 view photographers, including Andrews, have been unsuccessful.
Note that Ashford was employed by Woodard Clark & Co. (q. v.) in 1910. They were a wholesale and retail photography supply company, and they appear to have operated a photography department and hired photographers. As an employee there, Ashford would have had many opportunities to learn photography.
Directory Listings
1910 PCD pg. 142 "Ashford, Francis framemkr W C & Co. h 265 E 32nd"
1915 PCD pg. 167 "Ashford, Francis (Mabel H) h 265 E 32nd"
1916 PCD pg. 167 "Ashford, Francis (Mabel) frame mkr h 265 E 32nd"
1918 PCD pg. 124 "Ashfold (sic), Francis photgr r 151 Park"
1920 PCD pg. 120 "Ashford, Francis picture framer 469 Wash."
1921 PCD pg. 104 "Ashford, Francis (Ferne B) picture framer 469 Wash, h 125 17th N"
Bibliography
Winroth, Elizabeth (ed), Union Guide to Photograph Collections in the Pacific Northwest, (Portland; Oregon Historical Society, 1978) pg. 79.


Ashton
Chronology
1910 Portland
News Items and Advertisements
1910: (classified ad) "FOR SALE Studio; fine location; Portland, Ore; very low price, $400 down, balance easy terms. Address Ashton, 72 Selling-Hirsch Bldg, Portland, Ore." Camera Craft, July 1910.


Astor Studio
Chronology
1916 Astoria
Photographer's Imprints
"Van Dyck Studio, Portland OR" blind stamp printed mount WITH PRINTED OVERPRINT; "The Astor Studio, 510 Commercial, Astoria, Ore." (ms date Dec. 1916)


Atkeson, Laura
Atkeson, William T.
Chronology
-1865 Salem
1866 Astoria
1870 Baker City
News Items and Advertisements
1865 "SALEM CORRESPONDENCE- THE FIRE LAST NIGHT- You have heard of the fire that last evening destroyed the row of wooden buildings between the brick blocks built by Griswold and Holman; all the intervening buildings, covering a space of about one hundred and fifty feet front, compactly fitted in, were burnt and most of the contents utterly destroyed. The fire is supposed to have been the work of an incendiary, applied between two of the buildings; it spread rapidly, but was arrested by the fire-proof bricks, which stood the test admirably and stayed the progress of the flames. The fire illustrates the great necessity of fire engines and insurance offices, both of which were wanting in operation, and either of which might have saved much loss...The Statesman places the losses at the following amounts: ... Laura Atkeson, photograph gallery, $1,500 ... no insurance on any part of it ..." Oregonian, 20 April 1865, pg. 2, col. 2.
Official Records
1870 Federal Census, Eastern Oregon, Baker County, Baker City (nearest Post Office), household no. 74,
Atkeson, William T., age 37, male, born Illinois, occupation Photographer
Atkeson, Laura, age 30, female, born Iowa, occupation keeps house.
Parker, Clara, age 11, female, born Wisconsin, attends school
Photographer’s Imprints
"Mrs. W. T. Atkeson. Astoria Oregon. March 1866" ms signature cancellation of civil war tax stamps affixed to CDV back. Portrait of Dr. Maxson.


Atkinson, Joel
Chronology
1910-1911 Sand Lake
News Items and Advertisements
1910: "International Photographic Association ... List of New Members ... 2359 - Joel Atkinson, Box 10, Sand Lake, Ore. 5x7 and smaller, developing paper, of landscape and marine views ..." Camera Craft, Vol. XVII, No. 4, April 1910
1911: (classified ad) "FOR SALE One 5x7 Pony Premo No. 6, fitted with Goerz Dagor lens, Goerz Xcell shutter, 11 plate holders, film pack adapter, plate tank; cheap if taken at once. Joel Atkinson, Sand Lake, Ore." Camera Craft, Vol. XVIII, No. 7, July 1911


Atlantic Photo-View and Advertising Co.
Please see Gardiner, Mrs. R. H.


Atwood, H. A., Mrs.
Chronology
1881 Corvallis
Directory Listings
1881 Ore pg. 530 Corvallis "Atwood, H. A., photographer"
Mautz Oregon "Atwood, Mrs. H. A. 1870, Corvallis"
Photographer's Imprints
"Mrs. H. A. Atwood, Photographer, Corvallis, Ogn." CDV with rubber stamp back
Bibliography
Goodman, Theodosia, "Early Oregon Daguerrotypers and Portrait Photographers", Oregon Historical Quarterly, Portland; Oregon Historical Society, Vol. 49, No. 1, March 1948, pg. 45.
Andrews, Ralph W., Picture Gallery Pioneers, New York; Bonanza 1964, pg. 189.


Aune, Aasta, Miss.
Aune, Amante
Aune, Peter O.
Aune, Struck (1859-)
Aune, Petra (-1929)
Aune Bros.
Chronology
1890-1948 Portland
The studio was founded by Peter O. Aune and his wife. After the death of his wife, Peter left the United States to return to Norway. He opened a studio in Trondhjem. The advertising of the Portland studio indicates he won medals for photography at Stockholm in 1897.
Employee Listings
Aerne, Robert, printer 1893
Birkin, Dazie R attendant Aune 1909
Butterworth, Charles, photographer 1899-1900
Gill, Esther A. printer for Aune 1904
Hawley, Edna M., retoucher Aune 1904
Leonard, J Edson photographer 1913
Scholl, Aemillan, photographer Aune 1910
Tonge, John H, photog Aune, 1901
Tonseth, Aagot, bookkeeper Aune 1910
Directory Listings
1890 PCD pg. 133 "Aune, Peder (sic) O, retoucher Joseph Thwaites, rms 111 N 8th"
1891 PCD pg. 160 "Aune, Peter O, photogr, bds 307 N 15th"
1891 POWI pg. 423 "Aune Bros (Peter, Amante, and Struck) photographers, 169 7th"
1892 PCD pg. 224 "Aune (Struck A, Peter, Amanthe Aune), photographers, 169 7th"; "Aune, Miss Aasta, operator Aune, bds Glencoe park"; "Aune, Peter (Aune), res Glencoe park"; "Aune, Struck (Aune) res Glencoe Park"
1893 PCD pg. 211-212 "Aune (Struck A, Peter, Amanthe Aune), photographers, 169 7th"; "Aune, Miss Aasta, opr Aune, bds Glencoe park"; "Aune, Amanthe (Aune) bds Glencoe"; "Aune, Peter (Aune), bds Glencoe park"; "Aune, Struck (Aune) res Glencoe Park"
1894 PCD pg. 171 "Aune (Struck and Peter O Aune), photographers 169 7th"; "Aune, Miss Aasta, retoucher Aune, bds Glencoe park"; "Aune, Peter O (Aune), res Glencoe"; "Aune, Struck (Aune) bds 686 E Morrison"
1895 PCD pg. 150 "Aune (Struck Aune), photographers 169 7th"; "Aune, Miss Aasta, retoucher Aune, bds Glencoe park"; "Aune, Peter O (Aune), res 686 E Morrison"; "Aune, Struck (Aune) res 546 Taylor"
1896 PCD pg. 148 "Aune (Struck Aune), photographers 169 7th"; "Aune, Miss Aasta, retoucher Aune, bds Glencoe park"; "Aune, Struck (Aune) res Glencoe park"
1897 PCD pg. 147 "Aune (Struck Aune), photographers 169 7th"; "Aune, Miss Aasta, retoucher Aune, bds Glencoe park"; "Aune, Struck (Aune) res Glencoe park"
1898 PCD pg. 148 "Aune (Struck Aune), photographers 169 7th"; "Aune, Struck (Aune) res Glencoe park"
1899 EO & P pg. 44, Portland Photographers "Aune 169 7th"
1899 PCD pg. 149 "Aune, (Struck Aune), photographer, 169 7th"; "Aune, Struck, res 569 Belmont"; "Aune, Amy, stitcher Fleischner, M & co., bds 124 1/2 Knott"
1900 PCD pg. 150 "Aune, (Struck Aune), photographer, 169 7th"; "Aune, Struck, res 569 Belmont"; "Aune, Miss Amy, bds 124 1/2 Knott"
1901 PCD pg. 124 "Aune, (Struck Aune), photographer, 169 7th"; "Aune, Struck (Aune), res 750 E Salmon"
1901 POWA pg. 284 Portland "Aune, Struck photographer 169 7th"
1902 PCD pg. 158 "Aune (Struck Aune), photographer 169 7th"; "Aune, Struck (Aune) res 750 E Salmon"
1903 PCD pg. 163 "Aune (Struck Aune), photographer, 169 7th, Tel Main 1635"
1904 PCD pg. 179 "Aune (Struck Aune), Photographer, 169 7th, Tel Main 1635"
1905 PCD pg. 176 "Aune (Struck Aune), Photographer, Studio 365 Washington cor W Park, Tel Main 1635"
1906 PCD pg. 172 "Aune (Struck Aune), photographer, Studio 365 Washington, cor W Park, Tel Main 1635"; "Aune, Mrs. Christine, res 370 E 8th"; "Aune, Struck (Aune), res 788 E Taylor"
1907 PCD pg. 236 "Aune (Struck Aune), Photographer, Studio 6th floor Columbia Bldg, Tels Main 1635 and A 1635"; "Aune, Struck (Aune), res 788 E Taylor"
1909 PCD pg. 246 "Aune (Struck Aune), Photographer, Studio 6th floor Columbia Bldg, Tels Main 1635 and A 1635"; "Aune, Struck (Aune), res 788 E Taylor, Tel East 3303"
1910 Or. pg. 160 Portland Photographers "Aune, C. Jr., 129 1/2 5th St"
1910 PCD pg. 144 "Aune (Struck Aune), photographer, Studio 6th floor Columbia Bldg, Tel Main 1635, A 1635", "Aune Struck (Aune) h 788 E Taylor"
1911 PCD pg. 171 "Aune (Struck Aune), Photographer, Studio 6th floor Columbia Bldg, Tels Main 1635 and A 1635"; "Aune, Struck (Aune), res 788 E Taylor"
1912 PCD pg. 171 "Aune (Struck Aune), Photographer, Studio 6th floor Columbia Bldg, Tel Main 1635 and A 1635"; "Aune, Struck (Aune), h 788 E Taylor"
1913 PCD pg. 159 "Aune (Struck Aune), Photographer, Studio 6th floor Columbia Bldg, Tel Main 1635 and A 1635"; "Aune, Struck (Aune), h 788 E Taylor"
1914 PCD pg. 237 "Aune (Struck Aune), Photographer, Studio 6th floor Columbia Bldg, Tel Main 1635 and A 1635"; pg. 238 "Aune, Struck (Petra) (Aune), h 788 E Taylor"
1914 PCBD Photographers "Aune The Photographer Columbia Bldg. Main 1635"
1915 PCD pg. 169 "Aune, The Photographer, Studio 6th Floor Columbia Bldg, 365
Washington, Tel Main 1635, A1635"
1916 - 1920 not listed
1921 PCD pg. 108 "Aune-Ball Inc (Successors to C Elmore Grove) Photographers 839 Morgan Bldg, Tel Main 339"; "Aune, Struck (Aune-Ball Inc) 839 Morgan bldg"
1924 PCD pg. 282 "Aune Photographic Studio (Struck Aune), Portland's Popular Photographer, 839 Morgan Bldg, Tel MAin 0339"
1925 PCD pg. 249 "Aune Portrait Studio (Struck Aune), Portland's Popular Photographer, 839 Morgan Bldg, Tel Main 0339"
1928 PCD pg. 242 "Aune Portrait Studio (Struck Aune) Portland's Popular Photographer, 839 Morgan Bldg, Tel BEacon 0549"; "Aune, Margt A photo Aune Portrait Studio, r 861 E 30th"; "Aune, Rinar R mgr Aune Portrait Studio r 861 E 30th N"; "Aune Struck J C (Petra M; Aune Portrait Studio) h 861 E 30th N"
1930 PCD pg. 184 "Aune Portrait Studio (Struck Aune) Portland's Popular Photographer, Studio and Home Portraiture 839 Morgan Bldg, Tel BEacon 0549"; "Aune, Margt A Mrs. photo Aune Portrait Studio, r 201 E 86th"; "Aune, Rinar R (Ellen C) mgr Aune Portrait Studio h 1061 Shaver"; "Aune Struck J C (Aune Portrait Studio) h 6317 27th av SE"
1934 PCD pg. 126 "Aune Portrait Studios (Struck J C Aune) 425 Morgan bldg"; "Aune Margt T Mrs photog Aune Portrait Studios r 1149 SE 86th av"; "Aune Rinar R (Ellen C) mgr Aune Portrait Studios h 3555 NE Shaver"; "Aune, Struck J C (Aune Portrait Studios) r 6317 SE Clinton"
1936 PCD pg. 118 ""Aune Portrait Studio (Rinar R Aune) Portland's Popular Photographers, Studio and Home Portraiture 425 Morgan Bldg, Tel BEacon 0549"; "Aune Margarethe T photog Aune Portrait Studios r 1149 SE 86th av"; "Aune Rinar R (Ellen C) (Aune Portrait Studios) h 3555 NE Shaver";
1948 Portland Phone Directory pg. 292 "Aune" Serving Portland for 2 Generations" 3555 NE Shaver, TR-3455"
Mautz Oregon "Aune, 1890, Portland"
Photographer's Imprints
"Aune, Portland Ore." blind stamp on 5 1/4" x 7 3/8" card, also 7" x 9" card.
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