Dissenting Collection

Birstall, W Yorkshire - Unveiling statue of Joseph Priestly
Birstall, W Yorkshire - Unveiling the statue of Joseph Priestly on 12th October 1912 - at this point the unveiling party had adjourned to the Temperance Hall

Methodist Book-Plate
Wesleyan Sunday School prizewinners book-plate awarded to A W Harris of Littlehampton, Sussex, England. What did he do to deserve it?

Cornelius Winter
CORNELIUS WINTER dissenting churchman of Painswick Date: 1745 - 1808

These Tradesmen are Preachers in the City of London', broadside published in London, 1647
527983 These Tradesmen are Preachers in the City of London', broadside published in London, 1647. Congregationalists, a nonconformist dissenting Protestant sect who

JOHN REDMOND (1856 - 1918), Irish statesman who did his best to keep order after the death of Parnell but ultimately failed to control the dissenting factions

Joseph Priestley (engraving)
815855 Joseph Priestley (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joseph Priestley (1733-1804)

Joseph Priestley, 1733 -1804. 18Th-Century English Theologian, Dissenting Clergyman, Natural Philosopher, Chemist, Educator And Political Theorist. From Nuestro Siglo, Published 1883

Joseph Priestley, 1733 - 1804. English Theologian, Dissenting Clergyman, Natural Philosopher, Educator, And Political Theorist. From Our Own Country Published 1898

Starkey Myddelton
STARKEY MYDDELTON Churchman, dissenting preacher of the gospel Date: ? - 1768

George Greatbach
GEORGE GREATBACH English churchman : dissenting minister at North Meol in the county of Lancashire. Date: CIRCA 1823

Robert Gamble
ROBERT GAMBLE at age 25 The caption - A child of many mercies - is suggestive of a dissenting churchman of some kind, but we have not been able to trace him. Date: CIRCA 1800

William Dowars
WILLIAM DOWARS Dissenting churchman Date: CIRCA 1777

John Clark, Minister
JOHN CLARK Dissenting minister, depicted in the act of writing, at the age of 57. Date: FLOURISHED 1800

David Charles
DAVID CHARLES Churchman, dissenting minister at Carnarvon, Wales. Date: 1762 - 1834

J Chalmers, Churchman
The rev J CHALMERS Dissenting minister of Stafford. Date: CIRCA 1800

Abraham Booth
ABRAHAM BOOTH Dissenting churchman Date: 1734 - 1806

John Abernethy, Dissenter
JOHN ABERNETHY Irish dissenting divine Date: 1680 - 1740

Richard Price (1723 - 1791), Welsh moral philosopher. Dissenting minister in London; established reputation with Review of the Principal Questions in Morals (1758)

David Williams
DAVID WILLIAMS Welsh churchman, dissenting minister, founder of the Literary Fund, writer. Date: 1738 - 1816

Matthew Wilks
MATTHEW WILKS churchman, dissenting minister with his autograph Date: ? - 1829

William Hendry Stowell
WILLIAM HENDRY STOWELL dissenting churchman with his autograph Date: 1800 - 1858

Thomas Towle
THOMAS TOWLE dissenting churchman Date: circa 1784

James Sherman
JAMES SHERMAN English dissenting churchman who for a time worked at Blackheath where our Library is also to be found. Date: 1796 - 1862

SAMUEL SAY Dissenting churchman and writer Date: 1676 - 1743

Ebenezer Richard
EBENEZER RICHARD Welsh churchman, dissenting minister at regaron, Cardiganshire. Date: CIRCA 1830

JOB ORTON Dissenting churchman and author Date: 1717 - 1783

William Notcutt
WILLIAM NOTCUTT English dissenting churchman, minister at Ipswich. Date: 1672 - 1756

Jeremiah Newell
JEREMIAH NEWELL English churchman, dissenting minister of Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire. Date: ? - 1803

John Langford
JOHN LANGFORD Dissenting churchman Date: ? - 1792

JOHN KELLO dissenting churchman Date: CIRCA 1818

H B JEULA English dissenting churchman, minister at Greenwich. Date: CIRCA 1838

Benjamin Grosvenor
BENJAMIN GROSVENOR English dissenting churchman, pastor at Crosby Square and lecturer at Salter Hall. Date: 1676 - 1758

Napoleon III visiting the slate quarries of Angers, 1856 (oil on canvas)
XIR390334 Napoleon III visiting the slate quarries of Angers, 1856 (oil on canvas) by Antigna, Alexandre (1817-78); 235x375 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Angers

These Tradesmen are Preachers in the City of London, broadside published in London, 1647. Congregationalists, a nonconformist dissenting Protestant sect who, according to the Anglican church

Henry Burton - 3
HENRY BURTON - Dissenting minister, rector of St Matthews, Friday St. London : pilloried, his ears cut off, exiled to Guernsey for his outspoken preaching. Date: 1578 - 1648

Henry Burton - 2
HENRY BURTON - Dissenting minister, rector of St Matthews, Friday St. London : pilloried, his ears cut off, exiled to Guernsey for his outspoken preaching. Date: 1578 - 1648

Henry Burton - 1
HENRY BURTON - Dissenting minister, rector of St Matthews, Friday St. London : pilloried, his ears cut off, exiled to Guernsey for his outspoken preaching. Date: 1578 - 1648

Thomas Biggin Broadbent
THOMAS BIGGIN BROADBENT Dissenting churchman and educator, author of The Folly of Vice, to which this portrait is the frontispiece. Date: 1793 - 1817

Samuel Bourn
SAMUEL BOURN Dissenting divine Date: 1648 - 1719

Minister and Quaker
A dissenting parson seeks to see whats beneath the quakers dress, forcing the frightened lady to call the Watch for help

Dissenting Weavers
Two London weavers, Richard Farnham and John Bull, utter prophecies against the established church and are consigned, the one to Newgate, the other to Bridewell prison

RICHARD PRICE 1723-1791
RICHARD PRICE Welsh moral philosopher. Dissenting minister in London; established reputation with Review of the Principal Questions in Morals (1758)

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"Dissenting voices unite in celebration as Birstall, W Yorkshire unveils a statue honoring Joseph Priestley" In a momentous occasion, the town of Birstall in West Yorkshire comes together to commemorate the life and legacy of Joseph Priestley. Known for his groundbreaking scientific discoveries and influential role in shaping religious dissent, Priestley's statue stands tall as a symbol of freedom and intellectual curiosity. The unveiling ceremony is attended by an array of distinguished figures from various walks of life. Among them is Cornelius Winter, whose Methodist Book-Plate serves as a testament to the power of faith and individual expression. Winter's presence highlights the importance of religious tolerance within dissenting communities. Another notable attendee is John Redmond, an advocate for political reform who recognizes Priestley's contributions towards social change. His presence underscores how dissent can lead to progress on multiple fronts. Starkey Myddelton, renowned artist responsible for capturing Joseph Priestley's essence through engraving, also graces the event with his talent. His work immortalizes not only the physical likeness but also captures the spirit that made Priestley such an influential figure. George Greatbach, Robert Gamble, William Dowars - all individuals who have been inspired by Priestley's teachings - stand proudly alongside their fellow citizens during this historic moment. Their dedication exemplifies how one person's ideas can ignite passion within others and create lasting change. John Clark, Minister at Birstall Methodist Church where many followers gather to worship freely under non-conformist principles joins hands with David Charles and J Chalmers – churchmen who appreciate both tradition and progressive thought alike – emphasizing that unity can be found even among differing beliefs. As each speaker takes turns sharing anecdotes about their encounters with dissenting ideals or expressing gratitude towards those who paved the way for societal transformation like Joseph Priestly did; it becomes evident that this gathering represents more than just a statue unveiling—it signifies hope for a future where dissenting voices are heard and respected.