Mother ponders why they have grown apart, and are unable to experience the love that Coalhouse has for Sarah, a sentiment shared by Younger Brother. In Lawrence, Massachusetts, Tateh works in front of a loom for 64 hours a week for just under six dollars. One day, the workers go on strike. Inspired by her passionate words, Younger Brother calls out his support. Within three days, every mill in Lawrence is shut down.
Factory owners call in the militia to protect their property.
Tateh puts the Little Girl on a train that will take her to a home for safety. A riot breaks out. Tateh hears the panic stricken cries of his daughter as the train begins to move. Tateh runs and ultimately pulls himself onto the train. A Conductor is attracted by the moving picture book and buys it.