Why were the lives of hoboes difficult during the depression?

In order to survive, Hobboes usually rely on Scraps, Charity, and small day labor works to sustain their living.

During the Depression, most people are also trapped in difficult situation due to massive inflation and unemployment.

Because of this, the amount of Scraps, Charity, and day labors that The hobboes usually rely on become dramatically decreased. This make their lives become extremely difficult.

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