Unity in Action: The Newsboys' Stand

This chapter explores a crucial moment during the Newsboy Strike of 1899 as young newsboys united to confront an unscrupulous delivery driver in Long Island City. Highlighting their resilience and determination, it illustrates the challenges they faced, including price hikes and public support, which transformed them from sellers into organized strikers. The narrative captures the camaraderie among the boys and their collective impact on the newspaper industry, echoing themes of empowerment and community solidarity.