Thomas, William Luson (1830-1900)

English wood engraver and the founder of various British newspapers. He worked as an engraver in Paris and also as an assistant to the well-known engraver William James Linton. Thomas was a friend of Charles Dickens and believed in social reform. At one time he worked for the Illustrated London News, and became convinced that pictures could have a powerful influence on public opinion, especially on political issues.