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HINE: NEWSBOYS, 1924. A young newsboy selling newspapers in Hartford, Connecticut
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HINE: NEWSBOYS, 1924. A young newsboy selling newspapers in Hartford, Connecticut
HINE: NEWSBOYS, 1924.
A young newsboy selling newspapers in Hartford, Connecticut. Photograph by Lewis Hine, April 1924
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Media ID 13139123
1924 Adolescent April Apron Child Labor Commerce Connecticut Hartford Hine Lewis Newsboy Newspaper Paper Poverty Vendor Wickes Working Class Young Unidentified
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This photograph, titled "HINE: NEWSBOYS, 1924" captures the essence of a bygone era in Hartford, Connecticut. Taken by renowned photographer Lewis Hine in April 1924, it depicts a young newsboy standing proudly on a city street corner. Dressed in an apron and holding newspapers tightly under his arm, this adolescent boy represents the working class spirit that defined early American commerce. The sepia tones add depth to the image, evoking a sense of nostalgia for simpler times. In this portrait of resilience amidst poverty, the unidentified newsboy stands tall as he navigates through life's challenges at such a tender age. His determined expression hints at the hardships faced by children who were forced into child labor during this period. Lewis Hine was known for using his camera as a tool to expose social injustices and advocate for change. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the struggles endured by young workers like this newsboy. As we gaze upon this print from Granger Art on Demand's collection, we are transported back to 1924 North Hartford where newspaper vendors lined busy streets with hopes of making ends meet. It is an enduring testament to both the strength and vulnerability of youth during that time.
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