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George Burgoyne (1834-1923) was the first professional photographer to operate a studio in Manhattan, Kansas. Born in England, Burgoyne established residence in Kansas Territory in 1857. Two years later he founded his photographic studio, specializing in Carte de visite portraits. His business flourished for 31 years, until his retirement in 1890.
The earliest extant views of Manhattan have been attributed to Burgoyne.
"Early Days in Riley County." Manhattan Nationalist 29 November 1923.
1890, he sold his studio to George F. Dewey and retired to a fruit farm that he owned in California. See "Reduction in Prices." Manhattan Mercury 5 June 1890 and "George Burgoyne has sold his photograph gallery." Manhattan Mercury 6 June 1890.
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"Death of George Burgoyne." <emph render='italic'>The Manhattan Nationalist</emph> 26 April 1923.
"Early Days in Riley County." <emph render='italic'>The Manhattan Nationalist</emph> 29 November 1923.
"George Burgoyne has sold his photograph gallery." <emph render='italic'>The Manhattan Mercury</emph> 6 June 1890.
"Reduction in Prices." <emph render='italic'>The Manhattan Mercury</emph> 5 June 1890.
U.S. Federal Census, 1860; 1870; 1880.
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Creator Source: Local Authority File
Biographical/Historical Note Author: K. Rylance