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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1910. Two young messenger boys using the showers at the Postal Telegraph Co

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HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1910. Two young messenger boys using the showers at the Postal Telegraph Co

HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1910.
Two young messenger boys using the showers at the Postal Telegraph Co. in New York City. Photograph by Lewis Hines in July 1910

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1910 Adolescent Bathing Child Labor Communication Hine July Lewis Messenger Postal Shower Stall Telegraph Towel Wickes Working Class Young


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This photograph, taken by Lewis Hine in July 1910, transports us back to the bustling streets of New York City during the turn of the century. In this image titled "HINE: CHILD LABOR, 1910" we are granted a glimpse into the daily lives of two young messenger boys employed at the Postal Telegraph Co. The sepia-toned print captures these adolescent workers utilizing one of the company's showers after a long day on their feet. The worn-out expressions on their faces hint at a life filled with responsibilities far beyond their tender years. Their towels casually draped over their shoulders serve as reminders that even amidst grueling labor, they still possess an innocence typical of youth. Through this poignant portrayal, Hine sheds light on child labor practices prevalent during this era. These young boys symbolize countless others who were forced to sacrifice their childhoods for economic survival within working-class communities across North America. As we contemplate this photograph today, it serves as a stark reminder of how far society has come in protecting children's rights and eradicating exploitative practices. It also prompts us to reflect upon our collective responsibility to ensure that every child is afforded opportunities for education and growth rather than being subjected to arduous work at such tender ages. This thought-provoking image from The Granger Collection invites us to delve deeper into historical narratives surrounding child labor while urging us never to forget those whose stories may have otherwise been lost through time.

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