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The Daily Progress historical and industrial magazine

Charlottesville, Virginia, "The Athens of the South"
 
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R. W. Holsinger.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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R. W. Holsinger.

The photographic studio conducted
by Mr. R. W. Holsinger at 719-721
West Main street is one of the oldest
established and most reliable concerns
of its kind in this section of Virginia,
and is the recipient of a large and
flattering patronage. It is highly

endorsed by leading art connoisseurs
for the excellent life-like work turned
out. The premises are elegant and of
ample dimensions. He occupies two
floors, which are equipped with all the
very latest appliances and devices,
including the best of light accessories
and other properties for producing
artistic work. Mr. Holsinger executes
photography in all its branches, producing
the best and most beautiful
effects. Developing and printing are
executed for amateurs, and copying
and enlarging of all kinds is done in
black and white' sepia and water color.
Mr. Holsingers artistic productions
have gained for him a name and fame
that places him in the front rank of
his profession. As a proof that he is a
master of the art, his work has taken
many first prizes and gold medals. At
his gallery may be found a full line
of photographic supplies, picture
frames, mouldings, etc. Mr. Holsinger
is also the sole agent here for the famous
Eastman Kodaks. He is the
president of the Photographic Association
of Virginia, North and South
Carolina. He also attends other State
conventions, and is ever on the lookout
for new and up-to-date ideas. He
is a prominent member of the City
Council and fraternally is connected
with the Elks.