On this day, July 15, in the year 1848, the following trade notice
appeared in the "Daily National Intelligencer" (Washington, D.C.):
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Under the heading:

NEW YORK FALL TRADE. 1848, TO COUNTRY MERCHANTS.

           Daguerrian Materials and Optician.
   JOHN ROACH, 82 Nassau stree, New York, is manufac-
turing American Camers of imported Flint Glass, which are
warrented equal to amy.  Also on hand Boigtlander Cameras,
Plates, Cases, Chemicals, &c. &c.  Galvanic Batteries for
gilding and Silvering.  Electro Magnetic Machines for Medi-
cal purposes.  Thermometers, wholesale and retail.

(Original spelling errors maintained - G.E.)
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Posted for your enjoyment.      Gary W. Ewer       
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07-15-95