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In the 19th and 20th centuries, newspaper publishers relied on newspaperboys (“newsies”) to distribute their newspapers on city streets. Created by: PICRYL - Public Domain Media Search EngineDated: 1900
New York, New York. Harlem newsboy
In the 19th and 20th centuries, newspaper publishers relied on newspaperboys (“newsies”) to distribute their newspapers on city streets. The newsboys purchased their papers and usually had to sell all of them to make a decent profit. In 1899, with a sudden rise in the cost of newspapers, a contingent of New York City newsies staged a strike against big-time publishers like Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Small newsie at depot, Burlington, Vt. Location: Burlington, Vermont.

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

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

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

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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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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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Ellis Island Immigrant Portraits

Ellis Island Immigrant Portraits

Hine, Lewis Wickes.Beaumont is overrun with little newsies. This boy, Vincent Serio, eight years old, is up at 5:00 A.M. daily. Have sold papers since I was four years old;..NMFF.003513

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

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

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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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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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Bus trip from Knoxville, Tennessee, to Washington, D.C. Newsboy at Knoxville bus terminal

Bus trip from Knoxville, Tennessee, to Washington, D.C. Newsboy at Kno...

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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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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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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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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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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 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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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...

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Newsboy, Alaska - Glass negative photogrpah. Public domain.

Newsboy, Alaska - Glass negative photogrpah. Public domain.

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10:00 P.M. Solomon -----. Began selling at 7 years of age. Been selling 6 years (four years at night). 11:30 P.M. Is at it early Sunday A.M., Hartford, Conn. Hartford, Connecticut.

10:00 P.M. Solomon -----. Began selling at 7 years of age. Been sellin...

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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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[Newsboys, 9, 10 and 11 years old.] Location: New Haven, Connecticut. / Photo by [...]

[Newsboys, 9, 10 and 11 years old.] Location: New Haven, Connecticut....

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Dominick Carroll, 8 years old (appears 6). Newsboy. Sells from 3 P.M. to 7 P.M. income 25 cents per day. This boy sells papers for his brother who is 12 years old. Does not gamble, drink or smoke. Edward F. Brown, Investigator. Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania / Photo by Lewis W. Hine.

Dominick Carroll, 8 years old (appears 6). Newsboy. Sells from 3 P.M. ...

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Girl and boys selling papers. Edward F. Brown, Investigator. Location: Wilmington, Delaware / Photo by Lewis W. Hine.

Girl and boys selling papers. Edward F. Brown, Investigator. Location...

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[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 n...

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[Harry Silverstein, Newsboy, 703 W. 6th St., 7 years old. Sells papers, (selling 3 months average earnings 25 cents per week). Father working Morocco Mills, earns $18 weekly. Boy's earnings not needed at home. Don't smoke. Visits saloons. Works 8 hours per day. Edward F. Brown, Investigator. ]. Location: Wilmington, Delaware / Photo by Lewis W. Hine.

[Harry Silverstein, Newsboy, 703 W. 6th St., 7 years old. Sells papers...

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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 (St...

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Truant selling Saturday Even[ing] Post. 10:30 A.M. St. Louis, Missouri.

Truant selling Saturday Even[ing] Post. 10:30 A.M. St. Louis, Missour...

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5:00 A.M. Sunday May 8th, 1910. Starting out with papers from McIntyres Branch. Chestnut & 16th Sts.,. Location: St. Louis, Missouri.

5:00 A.M. Sunday May 8th, 1910. Starting out with papers from McIntyre...

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Francis Lance 5 years old. 41 inches high. Sells regularly on Grand Avenue. Location: St. Louis, Missouri.

Francis Lance 5 years old. 41 inches high. Sells regularly on Grand Av...

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(a) L. Seizwater, 333 Christian St., age 13, sells papers in subway. Works from 2 P.M. to 11 P.M. daily. Saturdays from 9 A.M. to 2 A.M. Sundays. Earnings 25 cents daily. (b) Jacob Cross, 1404 S. 8th St., age 15, newsboy. Sells from 3 P.M. to midnight daily. Saturdays works all night. The agent of the Juvenile Protective Association called the boy the typical night newsie of Philadelphia, having all their vices and ways and a class degenerating to low criminality. (c) Sol Feltman, 2442 S. Marshall St., age 10 sells papers in Subway from 4 P.M. to 10 P.M. Saturdays from 4 P.M. to midnight. Edward F. Brown, Investigator. Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania / Photo by Lewis W. Hine.

(a) L. Seizwater, 333 Christian St., age 13, sells papers in subway. W...

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Getting Fight Extras. Times Square, 6:30 P.M. Location: New York, New York (State)

Getting Fight Extras. Times Square, 6:30 P.M. Location: New York, New...

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Nine year old newsie who is up at 4:00 A.M. Sundays. Paul Luna. Photo Sunday morning. Location: Austin, Texas.

Nine year old newsie who is up at 4:00 A.M. Sundays. Paul Luna. Photo ...

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"Dunno how old I am." One of Beaumont's many little newsboys. Location: Beaumont, Texas.

"Dunno how old I am." One of Beaumont's many little newsboys. Locatio...

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Isidor Lipovsky, 24 Luck Street. 10 years old and been selling every day part of the time. Second year at it. Location: Burlington, Vermont / Lewis W. Hine.

Isidor Lipovsky, 24 Luck Street. 10 years old and been selling every d...

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Hymie Miller, 5-year-old newsie who lives at 922 W. California St. Sells after school mostly. Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma / Lewis W. Hine.

Hymie Miller, 5-year-old newsie who lives at 922 W. California St. Sel...

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Eddie and Carmine Zizza, twelve year old twins who make $1.50 a day. They belong to a family of 13 children many of them newsboys. Newark, N.J. - August 1st, 1924. Location: Newark, New Jersey.

Eddie and Carmine Zizza, twelve year old twins who make $1.50 a day. T...

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Chicago, Illinois. Newsboy selling the Chicago Defender, a leading Negro newspaper

Chicago, Illinois. Newsboy selling the Chicago Defender, a leading Neg...

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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, Jeffe...

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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 yrs., 9 yrs., 10 yrs., 11 yrs., 12 yrs. The only boy with a badge, was the 8 yr. 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 Giovanazzi, 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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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 Heavy Load. Location: New York--Brooklyn, New York (State)

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

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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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[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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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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Newsboys. Location: Utica, New York (State)

Newsboys. Location: Utica, New York (State)

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

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

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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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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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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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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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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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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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Ellis Island Immigrant Portraits

Ellis Island Immigrant Portraits

Hine, Lewis Wickes.One of America´s youngest newsboys. 4 year old and regular seller..NMFF.003516

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 results of messenger and newsboy work. For nine years this sixteen year old boy has been newsboy and messenger for drug stores and telegraph companies. He was recently brought before the Judge of the Juvenile Court for incorrigibility at home. Is now out on parole, and was working again for drug company when he got a job carrying grips in the Union Depot. He is on the job from 6:00 A.M. to 11:00 P.M. (seventeen hours a day) for seven days in the week. His mother and the Judge think[s] he uses cocaine, and yet they let him put in these long hours every day. He told me "There ain't a house in 'The Acre,' (Red Light) that I ain't been in. At the drug store, all my deliveries were down there." Says he makes from $15.00 to $18.00 a week. Eugene Dalton. Location: Fort Worth, Texas.

Some results of messenger and newsboy work. For nine years this sixtee...

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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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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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Child Labor - The newsboy

Child Labor - The newsboy

Bare-footed boy holding newspapers. J255200 U.S. Copyright Office This record contains unverified, old data from caption card. Caption card tracings: Child labor Newsboys; Shelf.

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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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...

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New York, New York. Harlem newsboy

New York, New York. Harlem newsboy

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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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[Newsboy on a city street], National Photo Company, Washington DC

[Newsboy on a city street], National Photo Company, Washington DC

National Photo Company Collection (Library of Congress).

Selling during school hours, 10:30 A.M. Location: Syracuse, New York (State)

Selling during school hours, 10:30 A.M. Location: Syracuse, New York ...

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Newsgirl & Boy Selling around saloon entrances. Bowery. Location: New York, New York (State)

Newsgirl & Boy Selling around saloon entrances. Bowery. Location: New...

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Union Square Newsie. Location: New York, New York (State)

Union Square Newsie. Location: New York, New York (State)

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Waiting for Fight Extras. Times Square. 6 P.M. Location: New York, New York (State)

Waiting for Fight Extras. Times Square. 6 P.M. Location: New York, Ne...

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Sunday morning. Location: Albany, New York (State)

Sunday morning. Location: Albany, New York (State)

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A lone newsie selling at 8 P.M. at the R. R. Station. Peter Fanella, 12 years old, 411 Catherine Street. Location: Utica, New York (State)

A lone newsie selling at 8 P.M. at the R. R. Station. Peter Fanella, 1...

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Albert Krieger, 10 years old, 673 Fillmore St., going into saloon at 10 P.M. to sell papers. Location: Buffalo, New York (State)

Albert Krieger, 10 years old, 673 Fillmore St., going into saloon at 1...

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Newsies selling at 10 P.M. Boy on left: Joseph Mandi, 11 years old, 241, 7th St.; James Yarnell, 13 years old, 179 N. Division St. Location: Buffalo, New York (State)

Newsies selling at 10 P.M. Boy on left: Joseph Mandi, 11 years old, 24...

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Park Row Newsies. Location: New York, New York (State)

Park Row Newsies. Location: New York, New York (State)

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The boy with bag, nicknamed Turk, said he was going to Texas soon. The investigator found him recently with $1.75 he had just won at craps. Location: St. Louis, Missouri.

The boy with bag, nicknamed Turk, said he was going to Texas soon. The...

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7 years old newsie selling at 7th St. & Washington, Saturday P.M. May 7th, 1910. Witness E.N. Clopper. Location: St. Louis, Missouri.

7 years old newsie selling at 7th St. & Washington, Saturday P.M. May ...

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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...

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One of the kids after school. Location: St. Louis, Missouri.

One of the kids after school. Location: St. Louis, Missouri.

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[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 n...

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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...

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Theodore Librizzi, 8 yrs. old. Dewey Librizzi, 10 yrs. old. Solomon Milkman, 15 yrs. old. Solomon has been selling 4 yrs. His father is dead. Asked how he liked the trade - "It keeps me in school." Taken at 4:15 P.M. Location: Newark, New Jersey.

Theodore Librizzi, 8 yrs. old. Dewey Librizzi, 10 yrs. old. Solomon Mi...

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