The image depicts a group of eleven young boys standing together outdoors with an urban structure in the background. They are holding folded newspapers or booklets, suggesting they may be newspaper delivery boys from early 20th-century America. The black and white photograph has a vintage feel due to its sepia tone. Each boy is wearing different styles of hats—both flat caps and round hats—and varied clothing including jackets, coats, ties, pants, shorts, and boots, indicating diverse fashions typical for the era depicted.
The largest boys are standing in front with their newspapers more prominently displayed than those behind them. The smallest boy appears to be on the far left, dressed differently from his peers—wearing a darker jacket compared to light-colored jackets of most others—and is notably shorter in stature. His posture suggests he may have been tasked with carrying fewer papers or being considered less experienced.
The image has an old-fashioned appearance, which can imply historical context about child labor during that period and the working conditions for young boys at early age. The location mentioned as New Haven, Connecticut adds geographical detail to this setting, potentially allowing viewers interested in history a point of reference.