Joseph, 10, and Rosy, 8, Newsies, Newark, New Jersey, 1909 1909

"Joseph, 10, and Rosy, 8, Newsies, Newark, New Jersey, 1909" is a poignant photo taken by Lewis Hine in 1909. Hine was a renowned social documentary photographer who used his camera to expose the harsh realities of child labor in early 20th century America. This particular photograph depicts two young children, likely siblings, working as newsboys in Newark, New Jersey. Hine’s work, including this image, helped to bring about social change and labor reform.