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CHILD LABOR, 1909. One of the young spinners in the Quidwick Co. Mill in Anthony, Rhode Island
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CHILD LABOR, 1909. One of the young spinners in the Quidwick Co. Mill in Anthony, Rhode Island
CHILD LABOR, 1909.
One of the young spinners in the Quidwick Co. Mill in Anthony, Rhode Island. Photograph by Lewis Hine in April 1909
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1909 Adolescent Child Labor Factory Gear Hine Lewis Machine Manufacture New England Polish Poverty Rhode Island Smiling Spinner Textile Mill Wheel Wickes
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Child Labor, 1909: A Glimpse into the Harsh Realities of Industrial America". This poignant photograph captures a young spinner in the Quidwick Co. Mill located in Anthony, Rhode Island during April 1909. Taken by Lewis Hine, an American photographer and sociologist, this image serves as a stark reminder of the widespread issue of child labor that plagued turn-of-the-century New England. In sepia tones, we see a Polish adolescent boy standing amidst the gears and machinery within the textile mill's interior. Despite his tender age, he is already burdened with adult responsibilities as he operates one of these complex machines. The weariness etched on his face hints at the physical toll this grueling work takes on him daily. Yet amid such adversity, there is an unexpected glimmer of hope - a smile adorns his lips. It is perhaps a testament to resilience or even defiance against circumstances beyond his control. This photograph not only exposes the harsh conditions endured by child workers but also sheds light on their impoverished lives trapped within factory walls. Through Hine's lens, we are compelled to confront our own complicity in perpetuating such injustices. As we reflect upon this haunting image from over a century ago, let us remember that it stands as both documentation and condemnation of child labor practices prevalent during that era. May it serve as a catalyst for change and remind us to protect and nurture every child's right to education and childhood free from exploitation.
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