5: The Progressive Era, 1900-1916

by Dr. H - January 31st, 2017

For Wednesday, Feb 1
In Foner’s chapter 18, we look at how the interrelated threads of the 19th century can be seen intertwining under the broad umbrella of reform movements in the early 20th century. What does “progress” mean to you? What did it mean to various groups of reformers between 1900 and 1916? What was/wasn’t achieved? How “progressive” was the Progressive Era?

Lewis Hine, “The Noon Hour at an Indianapolis Cannery,” Indianapolis, August 1908

Useful Links:
Child Labor in America, 1908-1912 (History Place, Photos by Lewis Hine)
The story of the abandoned 1924 Child Labor Amendment (CQ Press)
1895 Ethnic Map of Chicago’s Neighborhoods (Boston Public Library)
Hull House Museum, Chicago IL

Reminders:

  • Complete Constitutions module by midnight Wed Feb 1
  • Prepare for Monday’s Seminar #1
  • Study for Wednesday’s Exam #1, which covers GML Ch 15-18. You may bring ONE 8.5×11 page of notes with anything on it (single or double-sided) to the test. Download the Study Guide.

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