Bulllpush Hollow–An Online Graphic History
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We’re a good way through the first chapter, and although there are many more main characters to introduce, you’ve now met all the child miners who will continue to be part of this story as it progresses. It seems like a good time to share some of our promotional materials just for fun. More to come later!
Although technically illegal after the late 1800s, child mining continued to be common in the United States for decades since employers had little responsibility for age verification. Union action eventually secured enforcement of child labor laws.
There are successful pushes to bring child labor back today.
In Iowa 14 Year Olds Can Now Work in Mines
Booker and CC both worked as child miners in West Virginia. CC eventually managed to leave the mines working as a streetcar attendant, then barber, and eventually county assessor, realtor, and politician. Booker–well I hope you know where Booker ended up after the mines. If not, stick around. Bullpush Hollow will eventually get there.
Company stores were often the only place where miners could shop. Company scrip spent at full value only at company stores. Prices ran 25-40% higher than independent shops that might be farther away and took payment in U.S. cash.
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