The bootblack strike of 1899 was primarily caused by the poor working conditions and low wages faced by bootblacks, who were often young boys working in street stalls. They protested against the oppressive fees charged by their employers and the lack of support from local businesses. Additionally, the strike highlighted broader social issues of child labor and exploitation during that era. The strike aimed to demand better treatment and fair compensation for their labor.
In 1899, newspaper prices were raised, so the newsboys of New York City went on strike.
'Columbia' - 1899 was released on: USA: October 1899
The Suburban - 1899 was released on: USA: June 1899
Spirits in the Kitchen - 1899 was released on: USA: May 1899
A Bad - Knight - 1899 was released on: USA: June 1899
The Bootblack - 1920 was released on: USA: November 1920
A Little Bootblack - 1916 is rated/received certificates of: UK:U
A Millionaire Bootblack - 1909 was released on: USA: 18 November 1909
The Ambitious Bootblack - 1911 was released on: USA: 7 March 1911
Life of a Bootblack - 1907 was released on: USA: 7 September 1907
Bootblack and Crossing Sweeper - 1903 was released on: USA: February 1903
In 1899, newspaper prices were raised, so the newsboys of New York City went on strike.
Strike-slip faults cause shearing
Literally "boot cleaner", it is equivalent to "shoeshine" or the British "bootblack".
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