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1900-1912
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The economy of U.S. during that time was still in development phase as there were several problems to solve for their business and its related sectors like production and employment. Many journalists criticized the existence of child labor, and monopolies
The economy of U.S. during that time was still in development phase as there were several problems to solve for their business and its related sectors like production and employment. Many journalists criticized the existence of child labor, and monopolies seizing entire categories to achieve ultimate power by acquiring several smaller companies and suppressing the labor unions. Liberal progressives put their effort to create welfare state in U.S., by improving the public facilities and services, -
How did businesses respond
Business improved the quality of worker’s environment and policy to encourage the output, also securing and admitting their independent rights equally. Most of the business that happened in the 1900’s are still here in the 2000’s -
How did the businesses response effect the American family
The status of business began to advance more and more as the condition for their working had been organized favorable for workers. -
How did these actions effect the American family
The Postal savings Depositories allowed the Post Office to function as a bank and was intended to coax money out of hiding from people who didn’t trust banks -
How did the government respond to the economic events of this time period
An Act of Congress established the Postal Savings Depositories.....this is just one event. The Sixteenth Amendment to the Constitution, authorizing federal income tax, was ratified. -
What did the American family look like in your assigned time period?
Actually, they were benefited by the changes and reforms of that time, thus they were able to live better lives than before. The suppression of companies were decreased, and they began to enjoy their life, but not very much until roaring twenties came. -
What economic events took place during your assigned time period
Model T was created. Harvey Samuel Firestone teamed up with Henry ford after creating the Firestone Tire and Rubber Company. Motorcycles were created by Harley-Davidson -
Impact on the American family
A much easier lives, mostly in transportation and living conditions.
