The Newsies were a group of young newspaper sellers in New York City in 1899, primarily consisting of boys from poor backgrounds. They sold newspapers, such as the New York World and the New York Journal, on the streets to earn a living. In July 1899, they organized a strike against unfair pricing and poor working conditions imposed by the newspaper publishers, which garnered significant public attention and support. This movement highlighted issues of child labor and workers' rights during that era.
In 1899, newspaper prices were raised, so the newsboys of New York City went on strike.
Newsies used in a broad sense refers to anyone in the business of reporting for, writing or delivering newspapers. It is often used to refer to reporters, but can be used for paper carriers as well.
Humphrey Bogart was born in New York City on December 25, 1899.
The Newsies Strike of 1899 was a pivotal labor movement in New York City, where young newspaper sellers, known as newsies, protested against unfair pricing policies set by publishers like Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst. They aimed to secure better wages and working conditions after the publishers raised the price of newspapers, reducing their earnings. The strike garnered public support and highlighted the struggles of child laborers, ultimately leading to a negotiated settlement that improved the newsies' pay and working conditions. This event is often celebrated as a key moment in the history of labor rights and activism in the United States.
Seymour Nebenzal was born on July 22, 1899, in New York City, New York, USA.
Samuel Rheiner was born on September 8, 1899, in New York City, New York, USA.
Paul Vogel was born on August 22, 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.
May McAvoy was born on September 8, 1899, in New York City, New York, USA.
Edna Murphy was born on November 17, 1899, in New York City, New York, USA.
Max Lief was born on February 22, 1899, in New York City, New York, USA.