Social Reformer Collection

Titus Salt, English textile manufacturer
Sir Titus Salt (1803-1876), English textile manufacturer and social reformer. Salt took over the running of his fathers textile mill in Bradford in 1833

PSOC2C-00013
Social reformer Jane Addams against a photo of downtown Chicago in the 1890s. Composite of hand-colored photograph and Albertype photograph

John Stuart Mill, British social reformer and philosopher, 1873. Artist: Spy
John Stuart Mill, British social reformer and philosopher, 1873. An advocate of utilitarianism, Mill (1806-1873) was probably the most influential liberal thinker of the 19th century

ALICE PAUL (1885-1977). American social reformer and founder of the National Womens Party. Photograph, c1918

PREV2A-00114
Thomas Paine. Hand-colored engraving

Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury
3585776 Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury; (add.info.: Portrait of Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury (1801-1885) an English politician, philanthropist, and social reformer

Title page of Samuel Plimsoll's 'Our Seaman'
3733622 Title page of Samuel Plimsoll's 'Our Seaman'.; (add.info.: Title page of Samuel Plimsoll's 'Our Seaman')

Samuel Plimsoll comforting his wife, 1850
3330078 Samuel Plimsoll comforting his wife, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Samuel Plimsoll comforting his wife. Samuel Plimsoll initiated a Royal Commission to investigate overloading)

Samuel Plimsoll
3733624 Samuel Plimsoll.; (add.info.: Photographic portrait of Samuel Plimsoll (1824-1898) an English politician and social reformer. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Samuel Plimsoll
3733619 Samuel Plimsoll.; (add.info.: Photographic portrait of Samuel Plimsoll (1824-1898) an English politician and social reformer. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury
3585779 Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury; (add.info.: Portrait of Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury (1801-1885) an English politician, philanthropist, and social reformer

Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury
3585777 Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury; (add.info.: Portrait of Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury (1801-1885) an English politician, philanthropist, and social reformer

16th century plan of the city of Orleans in France. The city walls are visible (map)
5616777 16th century plan of the city of Orleans in France. The city walls are visible (map); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Lace bordered portrait of Florence Nightingale, (1820 - 1910) an English social reformer and statistician
5617035 Lace bordered portrait of Florence Nightingale, (1820 - 1910) an English social reformer and statistician, and the founder of modern nursing.; (add.info)

Samuel Plimsoll, 1850
3330623 Samuel Plimsoll, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Samuel Plimsoll initiating a Royal Commission to investigate overloading)

Henry Ward Beecher
3078347 Henry Ward Beecher; (add.info.: Portriat of Henry Ward Beecher (1813-1887) an American Congregationalist clergyman, social reformer, and speaker

Thomas Wakley
3586365 Thomas Wakley; (add.info.: Portrait of Thomas Wakley (1795-1862) an English surgeon. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The retirement of Samuel Plimsoll as MP for Derby
5310123 The retirement of Samuel Plimsoll as MP for Derby; (add.info.: Cartoon commenting on the retirement of Samuel Plimsoll as MP for Derby, a seat which he held from 1868-1880)

Engraving depicting the Selimiye Barracks Hospital, in which Florence Nightingale worked during the Crimean War between
5308539 Engraving depicting the Selimiye Barracks Hospital, in which Florence Nightingale worked during the Crimean War between 1854-1857; (add.info)

Thomas Wakley
3586430 Thomas Wakley; (add.info.: Portrait of Thomas Wakley (1795-1862) an English surgeon. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Samuel Plimsoll addressing the Commons, 1850
3330624 Samuel Plimsoll addressing the Commons, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Samuel Plimsoll addressing the Commons during the debate on bringing in regulations about the loading)

Elizabeth Betsy Fry, 1780 - 1845, nee Gurney. English prison reformer, social reformer and, as a Quaker
2638473 Elizabeth Betsy Fry, 1780 - 1845, nee Gurney. English prison reformer, social reformer and, as a Quaker, a Christian philanthropist

Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury
3585778 Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury; (add.info.: Portrait of Anthony Ashley-Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury (1801-1885) an English politician, philanthropist, and social reformer

'The Bloomer Polka', composed by J.J. Blockley, c.1850
XTD75627 'The Bloomer Polka', composed by J.J. Blockley, c.1850; Private Collection.

Mrs. Jas. Lees Laidlaw, between c1915 and c1920. Creator: Bain News Service
Mrs. Jas. Lees Laidlaw, between c1915 and c1920. Shows Harriet Burton Laidlaw (1873-1949) a suffragist and reformer who was married to James Lees Laidlaw.

Mary Boyle O'Reilly, Writer, Lecturer On Sociology, 1913. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Mary Boyle O'Reilly, Writer, Lecturer On Sociology, 1913

Judge Ben B. Lindsey, Mrs. Lindsey... 1914. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Judge Ben B. Lindsey, Mrs. Lindsey... 1914
Judge Ben B. Lindsey, wife Henrietta Brevoort Lindsey; Mrs. Pearl Jolly; Mrs. Mary Petrucci; Mrs. M.H. Thomas And children, 1914

Mrs. Janie Porter Barrett, 1922. Creator: Unknown
Mrs. Janie Porter Barrett, 1922

Susan B. (Susan Brownell) Anthony, 1820-1906, between 1900 and 1906. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Susan B. (Susan Brownell) Anthony, 1820-1906, between 1900 and 1906. Photograph shows Susan B. Anthony, half-length portrait, seated, turned to the left, facing front, with hands on lap

Jacob August Riis, three-quarter length portrait, c1900. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Jacob August Riis, three-quarter length portrait, seated, facing front, with left elbow resting on the back of a chair and hand at his cheek, between c1890 and c1910

Charles Dickens, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Charles Dickens, 1854. From "Cassell's Illustrated Family Paper; London Weekly 31 Dec 1853 to 30 Dec 1854"

Women's Christian Temperance Union - Mrs. Lillian Stevens And Mrs. Anna Gordon, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Women's Christian Temperance Union - Mrs. Lillian Stevens And Mrs. Anna Gordon, 1911. [American temperance advocates and social reformers: Lillian M. N

Lady Elizabeth Montagu, 1756. Creator: James McArdell
Lady Elizabeth Montagu, 1756

Portrait in profile of Anna Lindhagen (1870-1941), municipal and social politician who... 1930-1940 Creator: Unknown
Portrait in profile of Anna Lindhagen (1870-1941), municipal and social politician who initiated the allotment garden movement, 1930-1940

Robert Owen, Welsh-born industrialist, philanthropist and socialist, 1851 (1956). Owens (1771-1858) New Lanark Mills in Scotland, which he bought in c1799

Robert Owen, Welsh-born British philanthropist and socialist, 19th century. Owens (1771-1858) New Lanark Mills in Scotland, which he bought in c1799

Susan B. Anthony, 1900. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Susan B. Anthony, 1900. [American social reformer and women's rights activist]

Susan B. Anthony, c1890-1906. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Susan B. Anthony, between c1890 and c1910. Half length portrait, seated, facing left. [American social reformer and women's rights activist]

Cover of The Anthony Home Calendar, illustrated with portrait of Susan Brownell Anthony, 1900. Half-length portrait, seated, left profile

Charlotte Perkins Gilman, 1860-1935, c1900. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Charlotte Perkins Gilman, 1860-1935, c1900. Half-length portrait, seated, facing right. [Feminist social reformer, author of the semi-autobiographical short story "The Yellow Wallpaper"

Jacob August Riis, c1900. Creator: Frances Benjamin Johnston
Jacob Riis, c1900. Half-length portrait, seated, facing right. [Danish-American social reformer, journalist and social documentary photographer]

Portrait of Joseph Livesey, 1891 (oil on canvas)
429840 Portrait of Joseph Livesey, 1891 (oil on canvas) by Seabrooke, Elliott (1886-1950); 127x101.5 cm; Harris Museum and Art Gallery, Preston, Lancashire

Portrait of Joseph Livesey (oil on canvas)
492662 Portrait of Joseph Livesey (oil on canvas) by Seabrooke, Elliott (1886-1950); 127x101.5 cm; Harris Museum and Art Gallery, Preston, Lancashire

Portrait of Robert Dale Owen (1801-1877), Before 1876. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Robert Dale Owen (1801-1877), Before 1876. Photograph of engraving after a painting by John Reid Lambdin

Mme. Pape-Carpantier, 1853/78. Creator: Nadar
Mme. Pape-Carpantier, 1853/78. Woodburytype, from the periodical "Galerie Contemporaine Litteraire, Artistique" (1878), volume 5

Portrait of Jeremy Bentham (1742-1832), seated in a blue jacket
824220 Portrait of Jeremy Bentham (1742-1832), seated in a blue jacket, black waistcoat and white shirt, beneath a tree, c.1837 (oil on canvas) by Watts

Anthony Ashley-Cooper, Lord Ashley, English politician, social reformer and philanthropist (engraving)
5233687 Anthony Ashley-Cooper, Lord Ashley, English politician, social reformer and philanthropist (engraving) by English School

Sir Rowland Hill, founder of the Penny Post (litho)
STC415941 Sir Rowland Hill, founder of the Penny Post (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Rowland Hill (1795-1879)

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"Champions of Change: Social Reformers Who Shaped History" In the realm of social progress, these remarkable individuals have left an indelible mark on society. John Stuart Mill, a British social reformer and philosopher in 1873, challenged conventional norms with his radical ideas that paved the way for modern liberalism. Another trailblazer was Alice Paul (1885-1977), an American social reformer who fearlessly founded the National Women's Party. Her relentless fight for women's rights propelled the suffrage movement forward, forever altering the course of history. Frederick Douglass, a prominent figure in African-American history through his tireless advocacy against slavery and racial inequality during PREV2A-00114 era. His powerful words and unwavering determination inspired generations to stand up against injustice. Titus Salt, an English textile manufacturer during PBLA2A-00003 period, revolutionized working conditions by implementing progressive labor reforms. His visionary approach prioritized workers' welfare and set new standards for industrial practices. Wendell Phillips played a pivotal role in urging abolitionists to unite against slavery during his time as depicted in Wendell Phillips urging abolition of slavery image. Through impassioned speeches and activism, he galvanized public opinion towards emancipation. Robert Owen was not only a Welsh-born industrialist but also a philanthropist and socialist who sought to create more equitable societies throughout 19th century Britain. His innovative ideas challenged prevailing economic systems while emphasizing human welfare. The Beecher family group photo taken between 1855 and 1865 captures their collective dedication to various causes such as education reform and women's rights. Henry Ward Beecher stood out among them as an influential preacher whose sermons advocated for societal change during this transformative period. These extraordinary individuals exemplify how one person can ignite profound transformations within society. Their legacies continue to inspire us today as we strive towards building a more just and inclusive world.