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HINE: COMPOSITOR, 1917. A young compositor earning $7
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HINE: COMPOSITOR, 1917. A young compositor earning $7
HINE: COMPOSITOR, 1917.
A young compositor earning $7.00 a week in a Sixth Avenue printing office in New York City after learning the trade in public school. Photograph by Lewis Hine, February 1917
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1917 6th Avenue Adolescent Busy Child Labor February Hine Lewis Manhattan Occupation Office Southwest Typesetter Wickes Window Working Class Young Compositor Typesetting
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HINE - COMPOSITOR, 1917. A Glimpse into the World of Child Labor in New York City
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. This photograph by Lewis Hine takes us back to February 1917, capturing a significant moment in American history. The image showcases a young compositor diligently working at a Sixth Avenue printing office in Manhattan, New York City. This adolescent boy, who had learned his trade in public school, is seen fully immersed in his occupation. The sepia-toned print highlights the stark reality of child labor during this era. With an earning of only $7.00 per week, this young worker represents the struggles faced by many children from working-class families at that time. Through the window behind him, we catch a glimpse of bustling Sixth Avenue - a reminder of the vibrant yet challenging environment these young workers were exposed to daily. Their early entry into the workforce deprived them of their childhood and education but provided crucial support for their families. Lewis Hine's powerful lens sheds light on social issues that plagued society then and continue to resonate today. His documentation played an instrumental role in raising awareness about child labor laws and advocating for better conditions for all workers. As we reflect upon this poignant image captured over a century ago, it serves as both a testament to human resilience and a call-to-action against exploitation – reminding us that progress can be made when we strive towards creating fairer opportunities for our youth.
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