Children Who Labor
Synopsis
The father of a working class family is having trouble finding a job, because the local textile mill is hiring only inexpensive child labor. Reluctantly, he allows his oldest daughter to work in the mill. Meanwhile, in New York, the wealthy businessman Hanscomb is being urged to speak out against child labor, but he declines to do so. Then, while Mrs. Hanscomb and her daughter are traveling, the young girl accidentally wanders away, gets lost, and is taken in by the working class family. To help them, she takes a job in the mill. While this is taking place, Hanscomb has initiated a search for the daughter even as he goes about building up his financial empire.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 22, 1912
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ashley Miller
- Screenplay & Story
- Ethel Browning
- Original Title
- Children Who Labor
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 13m
- Production Studios
- Edison Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ashley Miller
Ethel Browning
Department Leadership Roster
Ashley Miller
Director
Ethel Browning
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Children Who Labor
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Children Who Labor about?
The father of a working class family is having trouble finding a job, because the local textile mill is hiring only inexpensive child labor. Reluctantly, he allows his oldest daughter to work in the mill. Meanwhile, in New York, the wealthy businessman Hanscomb is being urged to speak out against child labor, but he declines to do so. Then, while Mrs. Hanscomb and her daughter are traveling, the young girl accidentally wanders away, gets lost, and is taken in by the working class family. To help them, she takes a job in the mill. While this is taking place, Hanscomb has initiated a search for the daughter even as he goes about building up his financial empire.
Who directed Children Who Labor?
Children Who Labor was directed by Ashley Miller.
Who stars in Children Who Labor?
The principal cast of Children Who Labor includes Robert Conness, Miriam Nesbitt, Shirley Mason, John Sturgeon, Mary Fuller.
When was Children Who Labor released and how long is it?
Children Who Labor was released in 1912 with a total runtime of 13m.