Henry Ellingworth of Oakham
Unlike many photographers, whose advertisements changed little over the years, Ellingworth readily revised his sales pitch. Three full-page advertisements for his music and photography business serve to illustrate the point.
Matkin’s Oakham Almanack, 1904:
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BEGS TO ANNOUNCE THAT HE HAS
(ONLY TWO DOORS FROM OLD SHOP).
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H, E. thanks his numerous customers for their kind support during the past fourteen years, and hopes for a continuance of their favours.
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OF EVERY DESCRIPTION.
COPYRIGHT MUSIC to order, 4s. for 1s. 6d.
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PIANOS (any make) to order.
VERY CHEAP FOR CASH!
LESSONS on the Piano, Violin & Mandoline by MISS ELLINGWORTH.
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WELL-LIGHTED STUDIO,
Fitted with every convenience for producing Good Work.
Prices to suit all Classes.
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Please Note the Address:
H. ELLINGWORTH.
Matkin’s Oakham Almanack, 1905:
THE RIGHT PLACE FOR PHOTOGRAPHIC WORK
OF EVERY DESCRIPTION, IS
MUSIC SELLER, &C.,
MELTON ROAD, OAKHAM.
Enlargements, Miniatures, Copying, Framing, Post Cards.
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Developing, Printing and Finishing for Amateurs,
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MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS AND FITTINGS of every description.
MUSIC SUPPLIED FOR PARTIES AND DANCES.
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TOWN CRIER & BILL-POSTER.
(This advertisement includes an illustration showing part of Ellingworth’s studio. The quality is not good, but the following are discernable: a draped camera on a heavy revolving tripod; a reflector on a much lighter tripod; a backcloth showing a curtain and a half-open lattice window to the side; a carpet in front of the backcloth; a small side table; a carved wooden chair; what may be the tall back of a cane chair, a table bearing assorted items, including an early gramophone; various mounted images.)
Matkin’s Oakham Almanack, 1907:
H. ELLINGWORTH,
PHOTOGRAPHER
MUSIC SELLER, &C.,
MELTON ROAD, OAKHAM.
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EVERY DESCRIPTION OF
PHOTOGRAPHY.
Cabinets, from 7/6 dozen; 4/- half-dozen. C.D.V. from 3/6 dozen;
2/- half-dozen. Groups & Views, from 12/- dozen; 6/- half-dozen.
Your Photograph on Post-Cards, 3/- dozen.
ENLARGEMENTS: Framed or Unframed at Lowest Prices.
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Violins, from 5/-. Violin Bow & Case, from 12/6.
Mandolines, from 10/-
Melodeons, from 5/-, 6/-, 7/6, 10/-
Mouth Organs, best brands, from 6d. to 7/-
My Noted Brand, 4½d. and 6d.
Music Cases. Music Stands. Strings and Fittings.
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Gramophones, from 12/6.
COME AND HEAR THEM! ALL MAKES OF DISC RECORDS IN STOCK.
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PICTORIAL POST-CARDS.
THOUSANDS IN STOCK OF EVERY VARIETY. Seven for 6d.
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TOWN CRIER AND BILL-POSTER.