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Sack Race, the Newsboys' Picnic. Location: Cincinnati, Ohio.

Sack Race, the Newsboys' Picnic. Location: Cincinnati, Ohio.

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1 A.M. Sunday, February 23, 1908. John Newman, 332 East 19th Street. Sells Sunday until 3 A.M. Said was 16 years old; is probably 13. Does not go to school. Photo taken at 22nd St. & 3rd Avenue. Witness F. McMurry. Location: New York, New York (State)

1 A.M. Sunday, February 23, 1908. John Newman, 332 East 19th Street. S...

Title from NCLC caption card. Attribution to Hine based on provenance. In album: Street trades. Hine no. 34-A. Credit line: National Child Labor Committee collection, Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs... More

United Workers Boy's Club. New Haven, Conn. Getting hold of the newsboys. Location: New Haven, Connecticut.

United Workers Boy's Club. New Haven, Conn. Getting hold of the newsbo...

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8 P.M. Smallest boy, Sammie Kaplen, 8 years old. Next, James Welled, 8 years old, been at it half a year. Next, Ben Kosmitsky, 13 years old, one year at work. Next, Sam Kaplen, 14 years old, two years at work. Location: Hartford, Connecticut.

8 P.M. Smallest boy, Sammie Kaplen, 8 years old. Next, James Welled, 8...

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Newsie selling in morning before going to school. Main Street, 8 A.M. Location: Rochester, New York (State)

Newsie selling in morning before going to school. Main Street, 8 A.M. ...

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A young truant newsie, during school hours. Location: Nashville, Tennessee.

A young truant newsie, during school hours. Location: Nashville, Tenn...

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Newsie, ten years old. Going into a moving picture theatre with his papers. Location: Schenectady, New York (State)

Newsie, ten years old. Going into a moving picture theatre with his pa...

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Johnnie Burns and his Basement Branch (See photo 1461). Also photo of his boy whom he says is "ungovernable." Burns says the 4 year old twins will be selling soon. 3518 Evans Avenue. Location: St. Louis, Missouri.

Johnnie Burns and his Basement Branch (See photo 1461). Also photo of ...

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[Selling during school hours, 2 P.M.] Location: Rochester, New York (State)

[Selling during school hours, 2 P.M.] Location: Rochester, New York (...

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Barney Goldstein, 83 W. 5th St. Newsboy, 10 years of age. Selling newspapers 1 year. Average earnings 50 cents per week. Selling papers own choice. Don't smoke. Visits saloons. Works 5 hours per day. Investigator, Edward F. Brown. Location: Wilmington, Delaware / Photo by Lewis W. Hine., May, 1910.

Barney Goldstein, 83 W. 5th St. Newsboy, 10 years of age. Selling news...

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[Newsie selling before school, 7 A.M. Quito Scentola, 13 years old, 20 Pennsylvania Avenue, been selling papers four years.] Location: Rochester, New York (State)

[Newsie selling before school, 7 A.M. Quito Scentola, 13 years old, 20...

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Newsboys. Location: Utica, New York (State)

Newsboys. Location: Utica, New York (State)

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Joe Smith, 1927 1/2 Morgan St. 8 years old. Location: St. Louis, Missouri.

Joe Smith, 1927 1/2 Morgan St. 8 years old. Location: St. Louis, Miss...

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Burley's Branch Office, 23rd St. near Olive. Wednesday May 4th, 1910. 3:30 P.M. Location: St. Louis, Missouri.

Burley's Branch Office, 23rd St. near Olive. Wednesday May 4th, 1910. ...

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Left: Tony Tomasula, (see 1200) Right: Morris Bookbinder, 12 years, 212 Eagle St.,. Location: Buffalo, New York (State)

Left: Tony Tomasula, (see 1200) Right: Morris Bookbinder, 12 years, 21...

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A Heavy Load. Location: New York--Brooklyn, New York (State)

A Heavy Load. Location: New York--Brooklyn, New York (State)

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Some of the youngest newsies hanging around the paper office after school. Location: Buffalo, New York (State)

Some of the youngest newsies hanging around the paper office after sch...

Title from NCLC caption card. Attribution to Hine based on provenance. In album: Street trades. Hine no. 1205. Credit line: National Child Labor Committee collection, Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs... More

6 yr. old Eddie. Regular newsie. Brothers all sell (see 1464). No relation but an interesting resemblance. Location: St. Louis, Missouri.

6 yr. old Eddie. Regular newsie. Brothers all sell (see 1464). No rela...

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Selling on Main Street, 9:30 P.M. Left to right: Joseph Magus, 10 years old, 80 Melody St. Guy Casacali, 12 years old, 31 Maple St. Morris Stein, cripple, 14 years old, 53 Sullivan St. Asked policeman on corner where they were selling, how late they stayed out at night. He answered evasively; "Ain't supposed to be out after nine o' clock." Location: Rochester, New York (State)

Selling on Main Street, 9:30 P.M. Left to right: Joseph Magus, 10 year...

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Hotel de Bum. Location: St. Louis, Missouri

Hotel de Bum. Location: St. Louis, Missouri

Title from NCLC caption card. Attribution to Hine based on provenance. In album: Street trades. Hine no. 1450. Credit line: National Child Labor Committee collection, Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs... More

Donald Mallick, ("Happy"), 203 King Street. 9 years of age, selling newspapers 5 years. Average earnings 35 cents a week. Sells from choice. Father, rivet driver, $20 weekly. "Happy" is well known character in town. When first interviewed gave story of sleeping in broken buildings and lots at night. Found out in streets at 11 P.M. at night pitching pennies and working "last paper" scheme. Flips cars and has sister who is 8 years of age who begs and sells papers. Boy very imaginative, and when last seen had a rusty 5 inch knife which he said he found and was playing with same in gutter. Edward F. Brown, Investigator. Wilmington, Del. May, 1910. Location: Wilmington, Delaware Photo by Lewis W. Hine

Donald Mallick, ("Happy"), 203 King Street. 9 years of age, selling ne...

Title from NCLC caption card. In album: Street trades. Hine no. 1513. Credit line: National Child Labor Committee collection, Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs Division. General information about the ... More

Joseph Weiss, 11 yrs. Old. Sells until 11 P.M. on Saturdays. Then the Sunday papers come over, and another "crew" comes on. See #3116, 3117. Taken at 11 P.M. Location: Newark, New Jersey

Joseph Weiss, 11 yrs. Old. Sells until 11 P.M. on Saturdays. Then the ...

Title from NCLC caption card. Attribution to Hine based on provenance. In album: Street trades. Hine no. 3253. Credit line: National Child Labor Committee collection, Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs... More

Lionel Perry, nine year old newsboy. Starts out at 5:00 A.M. usually. 4:00 A.M. on Sundays. Sells after school. Location: San Antonio, Texas.

Lionel Perry, nine year old newsboy. Starts out at 5:00 A.M. usually. ...

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Some of Tampa's youngest newsboys waiting for the evening edition 4 P.M. Location: Tampa, Florida.

Some of Tampa's youngest newsboys waiting for the evening edition 4 P....

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Seven year old Rudie Kartis, and brother, Louis, 9 years old. The older brother soon finds little one is a drawing card. Location: Dallas, Texas.

Seven year old Rudie Kartis, and brother, Louis, 9 years old. The olde...

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Bellenti Family. Crosoria, 10 years, Joe 9, Sam, 7, Tony, 4. Live on Garcia Avenue. All commence selling 6 A.M. and sell until late at night. Two oldest make 50 cents each, and two youngest make 25 cents each day. Sam been selling 2 years. Know little English. Illiterate. Do not go to school. Tony youngest newsy in Florida. Bury i.e., buy candy and go to movies. Location: Tampa, Florida

Bellenti Family. Crosoria, 10 years, Joe 9, Sam, 7, Tony, 4. Live on G...

Title from NCLC caption card. Attribution to Hine based on provenance. In album: Street trades. Hine no. 3324. Date not recorded on caption card. March 1913 based on caption for #3333. Credit line: National Chi... More

9:00 P.M. Bridgeport, Conn. These boys 8 and 10 years old, had been pitching pennies all evening. After 9 P.M. I saw the little one going into saloons with a big bunch of papers and a pitiful tale. The big brother of the boy told me the little one makes 50 cents some days between 3 and 9 or ... Been selling 2 years. Location: Bridgeport, Connecticut

9:00 P.M. Bridgeport, Conn. These boys 8 and 10 years old, had been pi...

Title from NCLC caption card. Attribution to Hine based on provenance. In album: Street trades. Hine no. 587. Credit line: National Child Labor Committee collection, Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs ... More

Harry Cherkos, 435 Catherine St, 7 years of age, sells papers, from 2:30 to 8 P.M. daily. 10 A.M. to midnight on Saturday. Income, 50 cents per day. This boy was caught gambling on Chestnut & 11th Streets. When asked if he gambles said no. Said all earnings go home. This boy has the appearance of being a bit feeble minded. Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Harry Cherkos, 435 Catherine St, 7 years of age, sells papers, from 2:...

Title from NCLC caption card. Attribution to Hine based on provenance. In album: Street trades. Hine no. 1612. Credit line: National Child Labor Committee collection, Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs... More

Harris and Ewing, Washington, D.C.

Harris and Ewing, Washington, D.C.

A man standing in front of a door holding a newspaper, Library of Congress Harris and Ewing collection Portraits and news photographs by Washington, D.C.-based firm, showing people, events, architecture in Was... More

11:00 A.M. Monday May 9th, 1910. Newsies at Skeeter's Branch, Jefferson near Franklin. They were all smoking. Location: St. Louis, Missouri

11:00 A.M. Monday May 9th, 1910. Newsies at Skeeter's Branch, Jefferso...

Title from NCLC caption card. Attribution to Hine based on provenance. In album: Street trades. Hine no. 1383. Credit line: National Child Labor Committee collection, Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs... More

Morris Goldberg (smallest boy), 316 Bainbridge St., age 7, newsboy sells from 2 P.M. to 6 P.M.; 2 P.M. to midnight on Saturday. This picture includes the 2 Mellitto [i.e., Melaten] boys. Edward F. Brown, Investigator. Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania / Photo by Lewis W. Hine.

Morris Goldberg (smallest boy), 316 Bainbridge St., age 7, newsboy sel...

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Noon. David Rosenthal, 1220 Sixth St, S.W., Washington, D.C., said he was 10 yrs. old, and sells until 6 P.M. Is out at 7 A.M. on Sundays. No badge. Location: Washington (D.C.), District of Columbia.

Noon. David Rosenthal, 1220 Sixth St, S.W., Washington, D.C., said he ...

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After 9:00 P.M. Dec.17/09. Newark, N.J. All these were selling and work later some nights. Some are 10 years old. Location: Newark, New Jersey.

After 9:00 P.M. Dec.17/09. Newark, N.J. All these were selling and wor...

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After 9:00 P.M. Dec.17/09. Newark, N.J. All these were selling and work later some nights. Some are 10 years old. Location: Newark, New Jersey.

After 9:00 P.M. Dec.17/09. Newark, N.J. All these were selling and wor...

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Old Paper Woman, B'[road]way. Location: New York, New York (State)

Old Paper Woman, B'[road]way. Location: New York, New York (State)

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Newsies at work in Newark, N.J. Aug 1, 1924. Location: Newark, New Jersey.

Newsies at work in Newark, N.J. Aug 1, 1924. Location: Newark, New Je...

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Jerald Schaitberger of 416 W. 57th St. N.Y. who helps an older boy sell papers until 10 P.M. on Columbus Circle. 7 yrs. old. 9:30 P.M., October 8, 1910. Location: New York, New York (State) / Photo by Paul B. Schumm.

Jerald Schaitberger of 416 W. 57th St. N.Y. who helps an older boy sel...

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Two 7 year old Nashville newsies, profane and smart, selling Sunday. Location: Nashville, Tennessee.

Two 7 year old Nashville newsies, profane and smart, selling Sunday. ...

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Newsboy. Little Fattie. Less than 40 inches high, 6 years old. Been at it one year. May 9th, 1910. Location: St. Louis, Missouri.

Newsboy. Little Fattie. Less than 40 inches high, 6 years old. Been at...

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Newsboy. Little Fattie. Less than 40 inches high, 6 years old. Been at it one year. May 9th, 1910. Location: St. Louis, Missouri.

Newsboy. Little Fattie. Less than 40 inches high, 6 years old. Been at...

A black and white photo of a little girl holding a book. Public domain portrait photograph, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description

Freddie Kafer, a very immature little newsie selling Saturday Evening Posts and newspapers at the entrance to the State Capitol. He did not know his age, nor much of anything else. He was said to be 5 or 6 years old. Nearby, I found Jack who said he was 8 years old, and who was carrying a bag full of Saturday Evening Posts which weighed nearly 1/2 of his own weight. The bag weighed 24 pounds, and he weighed only 55 pounds. He carried this bag for several blocks to the car. Said he was taking them home. Location: Sacramento, California / Lewis W. Hine.

Freddie Kafer, a very immature little newsie selling Saturday Evening ...

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The "Manly art of self-defense" Newsboys' Protective Association. Location: Cincinnati, Ohio.

The "Manly art of self-defense" Newsboys' Protective Association. Loc...

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In comparison with governmental affairs newsies are small matters. This photo taken in the shadow of the National Capitol where the laws are made. This group of young newsboys sells on the Capitol grounds every day, ages 8 years, 9 years, 10 years, 11 years, 12 years. The only boy with a badge, was the 8 year old, and it didn't belong to him. Names are Tony Passaro, 8 yrs. old, 124 Schottes Alley N.E.; Joseph Passaro, 11 yrs. old, (has made application for badge) Joseph Mase (9 yrs. old), 122 Schottes Alley. Joseph Tucci, (10 yrs. old), 411 1/2 5th St., N.E. Jack Giovinazzi, 228 Schottes Alley, 12 yrs. old. Is in ungraded school for incorrigibility in school. Location: [Washington (D.C.), District of Columbia].

In comparison with governmental affairs newsies are small matters. Thi...

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Watching the Finish, Newsboys' Picnic, Cincinnati. Aug., 1908. Location: Cincinnati, Ohio.

Watching the Finish, Newsboys' Picnic, Cincinnati. Aug., 1908. Locati...

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Albert Schafer, eight year old newsboy who usually begins at 8:00 A.M. Sundays. Sells some on week-days. Is a cripple. Makes one to two dollars a day. Location: Austin, Texas.

Albert Schafer, eight year old newsboy who usually begins at 8:00 A.M....

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1353 ----- A Pool Room Branch (Chouteau & Manchester). These boys were playing pool and smoking in the pool room while waiting for papers . The smallest boy is 9 years old and sells until 9 P.M. (See also 1351-1352. 4 P.M.) Location: St. Louis, Missouri.

1353 ----- A Pool Room Branch (Chouteau & Manchester). These boys were...

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#29 Recreation. Newsboys' Protective Association, Cincinnati, Ohio. Witness, E. N. Clopper. Location: Cincinnati, Ohio.

#29 Recreation. Newsboys' Protective Association, Cincinnati, Ohio. Wi...

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Mary Dunn 11 years old. Been selling 1 year. Sells until 7 P.M., Hartford, Conn. Location: Hartford, Connecticut.

Mary Dunn 11 years old. Been selling 1 year. Sells until 7 P.M., Hartf...

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Hartford newsboys and girls. Girl in middle, Nellis, is 9 years old. See label on photo 640. [Caption #640: A 9 year old newsgirl in Hartford, Conn. She sold later than this sometimes. Been selling two years.] Location: Hartford, Connecticut.

Hartford newsboys and girls. Girl in middle, Nellis, is 9 years old. S...

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Truants like these may be found most any day between 11 & 12 A.M. Jefferson St. near Washington. May 5, 1910. Location: St. Louis, Missouri.

Truants like these may be found most any day between 11 & 12 A.M. Jeff...

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A gang of newsies at the office of "Every Evening." "Everybody in this gang sells." Investigator, Edward F. Brown. Location: Wilmington, Delaware Photo by Louis i.e. Lewis W. Hine, May, 1910

A gang of newsies at the office of "Every Evening." "Everybody in this...

Title from NCLC caption card. Attribution to Hine based on provenance. In album: Street trades. Hine no. 1550. Credit line: National Child Labor Committee collection, Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs... More

Arthur H. Toody, 536 Market St. Newsboy, 8 years of age. Selling papers 1 years sic Average earnings 20 cents per week. Selling newspapers own choice. Earnings not needed at home. Don't smoke. Visits saloons. Works 5 hours per day. Wants money for moving picture. May, 1910. Investigator, Edward F. Brown. Location: Wilmington, Delaware Photo by Lewis W. Hine

Arthur H. Toody, 536 Market St. Newsboy, 8 years of age. Selling paper...

Title from NCLC caption card. In album: Street trades. Hine no. 1527. Credit line: National Child Labor Committee collection, Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs Division. General information about the ... More

5:00 A.M. Sunday, May 8th, 1910. Starting out from McIntyre's Branch 16th St. & Chestnut. Location: St. Louis, Missouri.

5:00 A.M. Sunday, May 8th, 1910. Starting out from McIntyre's Branch 1...

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Andy Kormack, 9 years old, and Samuel Kormack, 7 years old, Newsboys. 1712 Church St. Andy been selling papers 2 years. Average earnings 50 cents week. Earnings not needed at home. Sells papers from choice. Don't smoke. Works 6 hours daily. Samuel, selling papers 1 years, average earnings, 50 cents week. Sells from choice. Works from choice. Don't smoke. Works 5 [...] Location: Wilmington, Delaware.

Andy Kormack, 9 years old, and Samuel Kormack, 7 years old, Newsboys. ...

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Newsboy head. Location: Utica, New York (State)

Newsboy head. Location: Utica, New York (State)

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Donato Dandrea, 231 W. Genesee St. Said he was 14 years old, but if so is undersized. Does not go to school. Sells all day and in the evening, on cars, at corner on Main St., (See Nos. 1215, and 1214.) Location: Buffalo, New York (State)

Donato Dandrea, 231 W. Genesee St. Said he was 14 years old, but if so...

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Small newsie at depot, Burlington, Vt. Location: Burlington, Vermont.

Small newsie at depot, Burlington, Vt. Location: Burlington, Vermont.

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These boys were tossing and pitching pennies, on Sunday, June 12, 1910 at 3 P.M. Edward F. Brown, Investigator. Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania / Photo by Lewis W. Hine.

These boys were tossing and pitching pennies, on Sunday, June 12, 1910...

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11:00 A.M. Thursday May 11th, 1910. Truant selling Saturday Evening Post. 7th & Olive Sts.,. Location: St. Louis, Missouri.

11:00 A.M. Thursday May 11th, 1910. Truant selling Saturday Evening Po...

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Where some of the newsboy's money goes. Location: Wilmington, Delaware.

Where some of the newsboy's money goes. Location: Wilmington, Delawar...

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Boy collecting discarded papers in Union Square. He sells them to store-keepers. Location: New York, New York (State)

Boy collecting discarded papers in Union Square. He sells them to stor...

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Truants selling papers at Jefferson and Washington 11 A.M. Monday, May 9th, 1910. Smallest boy is Marvin Adams, 2637 Washington Ave. Said he got his papers "off'n de other feller." Location: St. Louis, Missouri

Truants selling papers at Jefferson and Washington 11 A.M. Monday, May...

Title from NCLC caption card. Attribution to Hine based on provenance. In album: Street trades. Hine no. 1388. Credit line: National Child Labor Committee collection, Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs... More

John White, 189 Union St., a newsboy said he was "10." Fall River, August 26th, 11 A.M. Richard K. Conant, Witness,. Location: Fall River, Massachusetts

John White, 189 Union St., a newsboy said he was "10." Fall River, Aug...

Attribution to Hine based on provenance. In album: Street trades. Title from NCLC caption card for Hine no. 2327. Hine no. 2328. No text recorded on caption card after final comma. Credit line: National Child L... More

10 year old newsie. Note absence of badge or indication of regulation. New Bedford, August 22, 1911. Richard K. Conant, Witness. Location: New Bedford, Massachusetts.

10 year old newsie. Note absence of badge or indication of regulation....

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After midnight April 17, 1912 G St., near 14th, these three boys 10 yrs, 11 yrs. and 12 yrs. old, were stuck with over 50 papers on their hands, and vowed they would stay until they sold out if it took all night. The oldest said, "my mother makes me sell." Lawrence Lee (10 yrs.) 912--26th St., N.W., Michael, Niland (11 yrs.) 930--26th St., N.W., Martin Garvin (12 yrs.) 928--26th St., N.W. Location: Washington (D.C.), District of Columbia

After midnight April 17, 1912 G St., near 14th, these three boys 10 yr...

Title from NCLC caption card. Attribution to Hine based on provenance. In album: Street trades. Hine no. 2941. No location recorded on caption card; probably Washington, D.C., based on content and captions for ... More

A young truant selling extras during school hours Monday, April 15th, on Pennsylvania Avenue. He said, "I heard they was extras." I stayed out of school." "I am 9 yrs. Old--I mean 11." (He finally compromised on 10.) Earle Frere, 1359 D St., S.W., Washington, D.C. Location: Washington (D.C.), District of Columbia.

A young truant selling extras during school hours Monday, April 15th, ...

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Tom and Jerry, 8 and 9 yrs. respectively. Tom is the "limit" in deportment at school, and Jerry had reputation as a truant until placed in ungraded class. He is in 1.A grade. The greatest sin to him is "being found out." 4 P.M. Location: Newark, New Jersey.

Tom and Jerry, 8 and 9 yrs. respectively. Tom is the "limit" in deport...

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Tootsie, six yr. old news-boy, sells every day and Sunday for a young uncle who had to spend a good deal of his time driving Tootsie back on the job. Harry Murphy, 809 4 St., S.W., Washington, D.C. Location: Washington (D.C.), District of Columbia.

Tootsie, six yr. old news-boy, sells every day and Sunday for a young ...

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Johnnie Garvin, 7 yrs. old newsie. "I help Bruver." Lives 928 Twenty Sixth St., N.W., Washington, D.C. The brother, Martin, has a badge. Location: Washington (D.C.), District of Columbia.

Johnnie Garvin, 7 yrs. old newsie. "I help Bruver." Lives 928 Twenty S...

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One of Dallas' little newsboys. Location: Dallas, Texas.

One of Dallas' little newsboys. Location: Dallas, Texas.

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Eleven year old newsie who has been selling for three years. He gets up at 2:30 A.M. Sundays, and at 5:00 A.M. school days. Makes about $1.25 a day. Norval Sharp. Photo taken early Sunday morning. Location: Austin, Texas.

Eleven year old newsie who has been selling for three years. He gets u...

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The average age of newsboys in New Orleans is very high. Many young men like these, and few little ones. Location: New Orleans, Louisiana

The average age of newsboys in New Orleans is very high. Many young me...

Title from NCLC caption card. Attribution to Hine based on provenance. In album: Street trades. Hine no. 3696. Credit line: National Child Labor Committee collection, Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs... More

9 year old newsie and his 7 year old brother "Red." Tough specimen of Los Angeles newsboys. See California report. Los Angeles, California / Lewis W. Hine.

9 year old newsie and his 7 year old brother "Red." Tough specimen of ...

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John Dowers, 7 years old, lives at 108 W. Frisco St. Starts out at 5 a.m. some days. Father is blind and sells newspapers. John is a pretty good beggar. Was seen trying to borrow a dollar from the bank to "get father a watch" (father is blind). Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Lewis W. Hine

John Dowers, 7 years old, lives at 108 W. Frisco St. Starts out at 5 a...

In album: Street trades. Title from NCLC caption card for Hine no. 4749. Hine no. 4750. Credit line: National Child Labor Committee collection, Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs Division. General info... More

Group of newsboys from 7 years to 21. There were no newsgirls at this time. On the Green at New Haven, Conn. Aug. 26, 1924. Location: New Haven, Connecticut.

Group of newsboys from 7 years to 21. There were no newsgirls at this ...

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1353 ----- A Pool Room Branch (Chouteau & Manchester). These boys were playing pool and smoking in the pool room while waiting for papers . The smallest boy is 9 years old and sells until 9 P.M. (See also 1351-1352. 4 P.M.) Location: St. Louis, Missouri

1353 ----- A Pool Room Branch (Chouteau & Manchester). These boys were...

Title from NCLC caption card. Attribution to Hine based on provenance. In album: Street trades. Hine no. 1353. Reproduction no. LC-USZ6-1236. Credit line: National Child Labor Committee collection, Library of C... More

Group of Nashville newsies. In middle of group is 7-year-old Sam. Smart and profane. He sells nights also. Location: Nashville, Tennessee.

Group of Nashville newsies. In middle of group is 7-year-old Sam. Smar...

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Newsboy. Little Fattie. Less than 40 inches high, 6 years old. Been at it one year. May 9th, 1910. Location: St. Louis, Missouri.

Newsboy. Little Fattie. Less than 40 inches high, 6 years old. Been at...

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9:00 P.M. Bridgeport, Conn. These boys 8 and 10 years old, had been pitching pennies all evening. After 9 P.M. I saw the little one going into saloons with a big bunch of papers and a pitiful tale. The big brother of the boy told me the little one makes 50 cents some days between 3 and 9 or [...] Been selling 2 years. Location: Bridgeport, Connecticut.

9:00 P.M. Bridgeport, Conn. These boys 8 and 10 years old, had been pi...

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Whiteley's Original Hidden Hand Co.

Whiteley's Original Hidden Hand Co.

P4269 U.S. Copyright Office "Copyright secured." Caption: "Get out you ragamuffin." Created by "Jno. B. Jeffery, Pr. & Eng., Chicago." Forms part of: Theatrical poster collection (Library of Congress)

Whiteley's Original Hidden Hand Co.

Whiteley's Original Hidden Hand Co.

P4269 U.S. Copyright Office "Copyright secured." Caption: "Get out you ragamuffin." Created by "Jno. B. Jeffery, Pr. & Eng., Chicago." Forms part of: Theatrical poster collection (Library of Congress)

A.M. Mon. May 9, 1910. Newsies at Skeeter's branch They were all smoking. St. Louis, Mo. Location: St. Louis, Missouri.

A.M. Mon. May 9, 1910. Newsies at Skeeter's branch They were all smoki...

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Small newsie down-town, Saturday P.M. May 7th, 1910. Witness E.N. Clopper. Location: St. Louis, Missouri.

Small newsie down-town, Saturday P.M. May 7th, 1910. Witness E.N. Clop...

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9:00 P.M. Dec. 17, 09. Newark, N.J. Nicholas Guiseppi, 65 River St. Sells until later than this. Location: Newark, New Jersey / Photo by Lewis W. Hine.

9:00 P.M. Dec. 17, 09. Newark, N.J. Nicholas Guiseppi, 65 River St. Se...

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Two 7 year old Nashville newsies, profane and smart, selling Sunday. Location: Nashville, Tennessee.

Two 7 year old Nashville newsies, profane and smart, selling Sunday. ...

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[Ernest Chester, 5 years old lives at 624 S. Robinson St. Sells with his older brother Emmet, who is 9 years old. They are up very early.] Location: [Oklahoma City, Oklahoma] / [Lewis W. Hine]

[Ernest Chester, 5 years old lives at 624 S. Robinson St. Sells with h...

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2 A.M. February 12,1908. Papers just out. Boys starting out on morning round. Ages 13 years and upward. At the side door of Journal Building near Brooklyn Bridge. New York, New York (State)

2 A.M. February 12,1908. Papers just out. Boys starting out on morning...

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Newsboy Club. Boston 1915 Exhibit. Location: Boston, Massachusetts.

Newsboy Club. Boston 1915 Exhibit. Location: Boston, Massachusetts.

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Ernest Chester, 5 years old lives at 624 S. Robinson St. Sells with his older brother Emmet, who is 9 years old. They are up very early. Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma / Lewis W. Hine.

Ernest Chester, 5 years old lives at 624 S. Robinson St. Sells with hi...

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9:30 P.M. A common case of "team work." Smaller boy (Joseph Bishop) goes into [one of the?] saloons and sells his last papers. Then comes out and his brother gives him more. Joseph said, "Drunks are me best customers." "I sell more'n me brudder does." "Dey buy me out so I kin go home." He sells every afternoon and night. Extra late Saturda[y. At] it again at 6 A.M. Sunday, Hartford, Conn. Location: Hartford, Connecticut.

9:30 P.M. A common case of "team work." Smaller boy (Joseph Bishop) go...

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Tommy Hawkins, 5 year old newsie, 40 inches high. Location: St. Louis, Missouri.

Tommy Hawkins, 5 year old newsie, 40 inches high. Location: St. Louis...

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Girls coming through the alley. The smallest girl has been selling for 2 years. Hartford, Conn. Location: Hartford, Connecticut.

Girls coming through the alley. The smallest girl has been selling for...

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Tommy De Lucco 9 years old, newsie. Been selling 2 years. Sells until 8 P.M. at times. Location: Hartford, Connecticut. / Photo by [...]

Tommy De Lucco 9 years old, newsie. Been selling 2 years. Sells until ...

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Eight year old newsie. Many youngsters get up early to sell papers. One ten year old starts out at 3 A.M. every day and goes to school. Location: Waco, Texas.

Eight year old newsie. Many youngsters get up early to sell papers. On...

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Hot Weather Delights, Newsboys' Protective Association, Cincinnati. Location: Cincinnati, Ohio

Hot Weather Delights, Newsboys' Protective Association, Cincinnati. Lo...

Title from NCLC caption card. Attribution to Hine based on provenance. In album: Street trades. Hine no. 22. Credit line: National Child Labor Committee collection, Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs D... More

Sack Race, the Newsboys' Picnic. Location: Cincinnati, Ohio

Sack Race, the Newsboys' Picnic. Location: Cincinnati, Ohio

Title from NCLC caption card. Attribution to Hine based on provenance. In album: Street trades. Hine no. 20. After the word "Picnic" text is cut off on caption card. Credit line: National Child Labor Committee ... More

One of The Newsies at The Newsboys' Picnic, Cincinnati. Location: Cincinnati, Ohio

One of The Newsies at The Newsboys' Picnic, Cincinnati. Location: Cinc...

Title from NCLC caption card. Attribution to Hine based on provenance. In album: Street trades. Hine no. 28. Credit line: National Child Labor Committee collection, Library of Congress, Prints and Photographs D... More

3 A.M. Sunday, February 23rd, 1908. Newsboys selling on Brooklyn Bridge. Harry Ahrenpreiss, 30 Willet Street. (Said was 13 years old). Abe Gramus. 37 Division Street. Witness Fred McMurray. Location: New York, New York (State) / Photo by Lewis W. Hine.

3 A.M. Sunday, February 23rd, 1908. Newsboys selling on Brooklyn Bridg...

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Some of Newark's small newsboys. Afternoon. Location: Newark, New Jersey.

Some of Newark's small newsboys. Afternoon. Location: Newark, New Jer...

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Smallest boy is Mike Ferinco. 75 Monroe St., 10 yrs. old. Sells until 8:30 P.M., Newark, N.J. Other is Duar Feriari, 60 Monroe St. Sells until after 9 P.M. Location: Newark, New Jersey.

Smallest boy is Mike Ferinco. 75 Monroe St., 10 yrs. old. Sells until ...

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