John Lasher, Tivoli

Name/Title

John Lasher, Tivoli

Entry/Object ID

2015.001.023

Description

Portrait of John Lasher of Tivoli (1797-1877) Lived on W. Kerley Corners Rd, Tivoli "He was a great admirer of Thomas Paine and to emphasize that point he declared himself an "atheist". Needless to say, neither was popular in Tivoli. He is said to have a grave marker in memory of Paine in his back yard which later confused Paine enthusiasts.

Photograph Details

Subject Person or Organization

Lasher, John

Collection

Elliott Lindsley Collection