This curated collection brings together historical newspaper articles about Thomas Paine from leading archives, including The New York Times, the Library of Congress, British historical newspapers, and other major collections. Covering publications printed before 1930, these articles offer a fascinating window into how Paine’s life, writings, and legacy were understood and debated across more than a century of history.
David Heap of Pasadena, before a large and appreciative audience, gave a 45-minute talk on “Thomas Paine, Fighter for Freedom in Country and Conscience.”
David Heap Lecture: Thomas Paine, Fighter for Freedom Read Post »
The Society of Theophilanthropists, whose first public meeting was held in Paris, January 16, 1797, was of purely religious origin.
Thomas Paine, the revolutionary statesman, is to be commemorated by the largest bronze portrait bust ever made, which is to be erected at the national capital by the Paine Historical society.
Large Paine Bust Portrait to Be Erected at Washington Read Post »
No soldier’s monument in Westchester County, it is safe to say, was more lavishly decorated on Decoration Day than was the monument of “Tom” Paine, that stands on North street.
Fully 200 people assembled in Metzerott’s Hall yesterday afternoon to participate in the celebration of the birthday anniversary of Thomas Paine.
1896 Free Thinkers’ Meeting Pays a Tribute to Paine Read Post »
The fourth annual celebration of the birthday of Thomas Paine by the San Francisco Liberal Union was held at Scottish Hall last evening.
San Francisco Liberal Union Celebration of the Author Hero’s Birth Read Post »
An exhibition of objects of historical interest connected with Thomas Paine and his contemporaries was opened on Monday at South-place Institute, Finsbury.
The Paine Exhibition At The South-Place Institute Read Post »
There are two men to whom this country has never done justice, Joel Barlow and Thomas Paine.
It is a curious fact, but it is a fact, that Mr. Conway’s life of Thomas Paine is the first real biography of him that has been written.
BOOK REVIEW: Conway’s Life Of Paine – A Work Of Vindication Read Post »
Mr. Conway has made an exhaustive study of the career of Paine. It is the result of investigations ranging over several years, during which he has personally visited every scene associated.
Settled by Huguenot refugees in 1689, and long retaining the language and life of a French community, the old village of New Rochelle has had a unique history.
A Huguenot Community: Thomas Paine’s Old Home and Monument Read Post »
The 186th anniversary of the birth of Tom Paine was celebrated at Chickering Hall, in this city, under the auspices of the Manhattan Liberal club.
