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Industrialization - Interpersonal


Cigar Maker Bohemian



Earnings: Of father $480
Of son 750
Of son 600
Total $1,830

Condition:
Family numbers 7--four boys and one girl. The boys pay for their board to their parents, clothe themselves, and otherwise aid in the support of the family. They occupy a house containing 6 rooms, for which they pay $12 per month rent. The father is a member of the trades union, and considers himself and family benefited thereby. House is in healthy location, fairly furnished, with 3 of the rooms carpeted. With the assistance of the boys they are enabled to save a little money each year.

Food:

Breakfast--Meat, coffee, bread, butter and potatoes.
Dinner--Meat, vegetables, soup, etc.
Supper--Cold meat, tea, bread and butter.

Cost of Living:
Rent $144
Fuel 80
Meat 100
Groceries 300
Clothing 200
Boots and shoes 60
Dry goods 200
Books, papers, etc. 20
Trades unions 12
Sickness 75
Sundries 100
TOTAL $1,291