Labor Reform

(Period: Westward Expansion and Regional Differences)

Synopsis:

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Historical synopsis courtesy of A Hypertext on American History from the colonial period until Modern Times by Department of Humanities Computing, University of Groningen, The Netherlands and the former United States Information Agency (1953-1999).

Key Facts:

• Labor forces in Philadelphia had success in reducing their work hours, leading the way for similar groups in other states.

Key Events:

• In the mid 1800s, the northern states all adapted public school systems, but not all of the south.

Key People:

• Dorothea Dix - activist for insane peoples' rights

Vocabulary:

• temperance - moderation