Hartford Newsboys 1909

"Hartford Newsboys" is a 1909 photo by Lewis Hine, a prominent American photographer known for his work documenting social issues. This black and white image depicts a group of young boys in Hartford, Connecticut, who worked as newsboys, selling newspapers on the streets. Hine's photograph captures the youthful faces of these working-class children, highlighting the challenges they faced in their daily lives, and bringing attention to issues of child labor in the early 20th century. The photo is a powerful example of documentary photography, and it serves as a reminder of the historical context of child labor in America.