Lewis W Hine Collection (page 3)

Paterson, New Jersey - Textiles. Two views of an idle petty shop. Taken in the Barnet Mills, June 1937, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer

Paterson, New Jersey - Textiles - Jackson Winding and Warping Company - Picture of a high speed warper, June 1937, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer

Manchester, New Hampshire - Textiles. Pacific Mills. Finisher Lapper (Front end). Makes finished laps - cotton comes from the breaker lapper, April 1937, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - Hosiery. Minnesac Mills. [Man working at machine. ], May 1937
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - Hosiery. Minnesac Mills. [Man working at machine.], May 1937, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer, who used his camera as a tool for social reform

Lancaster, Pennsylvania - Housing. Row of houses in which there are some silk, linoleum, and closure workers - rental $50.00 per month, 1936, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer

Lancaster, Pennsylvania - Hamilton Watch. Operation - inspecting plate - skilled inspecting job (all plates must undergo severe inspection covering all operations of drilling, tapping, recessing)

Lancaster, Pennsylvania - Hamilton Watches. Operation - truing balance wheels - a skilled machine operation - balance wheel is placed into calipers provided with an index which shows where a wheel is

Scotts Run, West Virginia. Outdoor privy - Scene taken from the main highway. The stream is Scotts Run. This privy is typical of many improvised outdoor toilets on Scotts Run

Scotts Run, West Virginia. Miner photographed in Scotts Run - As he dressed for a trip to Morgantown. (Herb Venn), March 1937, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer

Scotts Run, West Virginia. Unemployed miners, March 1937, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer, who used his camera as a tool for social reform. US, USA

Scotts Run, West Virginia. Peter Percupu, Roumanian miner, unemployed, known in Scotts Run as Ground Hog. Too old to find employment in the mines, March 1937, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940

Scotts Run, West Virginia. [Unemployed miner. ], March 1937, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940
Scotts Run, West Virginia. [Unemployed miner.], March 1937, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer, who used his camera as a tool for social reform. US, USA

Scotts Run, West Virginia. [Recreation and community activities. ], March 1937
Scotts Run, West Virginia. [Recreation and community activities.], March 1937, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer, who used his camera as a tool for social reform. US, USA

High Point, North Carolina - Upholstering. Tomlinson Chair Manufacturing Co. Hand carver - making master model for multiple carver - buffet post (General View), 1936, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940

Row of men at the New York City docks out of work during the depression, 1934, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer, who used his camera as a tool for social reform. US, USA

Photograph of a Workman on the Framework of the Empire State Building, 1936, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer, who used his camera as a tool for social reform. US, USA

Mining equipment - conveyor, 1936, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer, who used his camera as a tool for social reform. US, USA

No location. [Mining equipment. ], 1936, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American
No location. [Mining equipment.], 1936, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer, who used his camera as a tool for social reform. US, USA

Man operating mining equipment, 1936, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer, who used his camera as a tool for social reform. US, USA

Mining equipment, 1936, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer, who used his camera as a tool for social reform. US, USA

Scotts Run, West Virginia. Pursglove No. 5 - Scene taken from main highway shows typical hillside camp. The houses are multiple dwellings, March 1937, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940

Scotts Run, West Virginia. The Patch - One of the worst camps in Scotts Run. The stream is an auxiliary branch that flows into Scotts Run can be seen towards the right of this picture

Scotts Run, West Virginia. Jere, mine tipple - Mine bankrupt and closed since December 1936. The camp of this mine is considered a stranded community, March 1937, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940

Scotts Run, West Virginia. Troop Hill - An abandoned coal camp on Scotts Run, West Virginia, December 22, 1936. Mine closed early in 1936

Scotts Run, West Virginia. New Hill - A new camp. The best community on Scotts Run, March 1937, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer, who used his camera as a tool for social reform

Scotts Run, West Virginia. Pursglove Mines Nos. 3 and 4 - This is the largest company on Scotts Run. Scene shows main Scotts Run Highway and atmosphere loaded with coal dust

Scotts Run, West Virginia. Bertha Hill Camp - The mine in this camp has been bankrupt and changed hands several times in the last two years

Scotts Run, West Virginia. Chaplin Hill Mine Tipple - This mine was bankrupt and closed during the summer of 1936. The company was reorganized

Scotts Run, West Virginia. This building is a part of the abandoned mine buildings of the stranded camp of Jere. It is the exterior of the old fan house

Scotts Run, West Virginia. Sessa Hill - The mine is a small locally owned operation where conditions are generally bad, 1936, Lewis Hine, 1874 - 1940, was an American photographer

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Lewis W. Hine was a renowned American photographer who captured the essence of early 20th century America through his powerful and thought-provoking images. His photographs serve as a visual documentation of the social issues and industrial revolution that shaped the nation during this time. One of Hine's most iconic works is "Top of the Mooring Mast, Empire State Building (1931)". This photograph showcases the breathtaking view from atop one of New York City's most famous landmarks, capturing both its grandeur and significance in shaping the city's skyline. In another striking image titled "Children pitching pennies on Main Street Fall River", Hine captures a candid moment where children engage in an innocent yet poignant activity. This photograph serves as a reminder of simpler times and highlights the resilience and resourcefulness found within communities. Hine also turned his lens towards documenting workers' lives, such as in "Powerhouse Mechanic" taken around 1924. This image portrays a laborer amidst heavy machinery, symbolizing both their strength and vulnerability within an industrialized society. Throughout his career, Hine focused on highlighting working conditions in various industries. In his series on Paterson, New Jersey textiles industry, he sheds light on the lives of silk workers with images like "Madison Silk Co. " which depicts textile mills against the backdrop of Passaic River. These photographs reveal not only their physical surroundings but also provide insight into their living conditions through shots like "Home of silk workers in rear court off Sealey St". Hine's work often emphasized human stories by featuring individuals affected by societal changes or hardships they faced due to economic shifts. One such example is seen in "An old silk-worker (now unable to work) living". Through this portrait, Hines brings attention to those left behind by progress while honoring their contributions to society. In March 1937, Hines documented a deserted silk mill at 21st Ave - an image that speaks volumes about the impact of economic decline on communities.