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NEWSBOY, 1908. Newsboy on a street corner in Indianapolis, Indiana. Photograph by Lewis Hine
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NEWSBOY, 1908. Newsboy on a street corner in Indianapolis, Indiana. Photograph by Lewis Hine
NEWSBOY, 1908.
Newsboy on a street corner in Indianapolis, Indiana. Photograph by Lewis Hine, 1908. Hines shadow is visible in the foreground
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1908 Camera Child Labor Hine Indianapolis Lamppost Lewis Mailbox Newsboy Newspaper Paper Pedestrian Photographer Shadow Vendor Wickes Working Class
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NEWSBOY, 1908 - A Glimpse into the Working Class Life of Turn-of-the-Century Indianapolis
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. This photograph captured by Lewis Hine in 1908 takes us back to a bustling street corner in Indianapolis, Indiana. The image showcases a young newsboy diligently selling newspapers amidst the backdrop of an early urban landscape. The sepia-toned print beautifully highlights the details of this historical moment. The boy stands confidently next to a lamppost adorned with advertisements, his small frame juxtaposed against the towering buildings behind him. In the foreground, Hine's shadow serves as a reminder of his presence as both observer and documenter. This snapshot offers more than just an insight into daily life; it sheds light on child labor practices prevalent during that era. The sight of this young vendor reminds us of the challenges faced by working-class children who often had no choice but to contribute to their family's income at such tender ages. As we gaze upon this photograph, we are transported back in time—a time when newspapers were essential sources of information for pedestrians passing by. It is through images like these that we can appreciate how photography has preserved moments from history and allowed us to reflect on societal changes over time. Lewis Hine's powerful lens captures not only a newsboy on an Indianapolis street corner but also echoes stories untold about countless other children whose lives were shaped by similar circumstances—an enduring testament to their resilience and determination within an evolving cityscape.
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