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In 1899, newspaper prices were raised, so the newsboys of New York City went on strike.
"Newsies" typically refers to individuals who sell newspapers on the streets. It can also refer to the group of newsboys involved in a strike against newspaper tycoons in New York City in 1899, which inspired the musical and movie titled "Newsies."
Humphrey Bogart was born in New York City on December 25, 1899.
Max Lief was born on February 22, 1899, in New York City, New York, USA.
Werner Janssen was born on June 1, 1899, in New York City, New York, USA.
Alice Keating was born on October 21, 1899, in New York City, New York, USA.
Clyde Dilson was born on May 7, 1899, in New York City, New York, USA.
Florence Fair was born on July 16, 1899, in New York City, New York, USA.
Herbie Faye was born on February 2, 1899, in New York City, New York, USA.
Floyd Crosby was born on December 12, 1899, in New York City, New York, USA.
Genevieve Tobin was born on November 29, 1899, in New York City, New York, USA.
Marian Spitzer was born on February 20, 1899, in New York City, New York, USA.