The late 19th century and early 20th century brought significant effects on U.S. society. Generally technological advancements were developing, and corporations were being established. At the beginning of this movement, America was benefitting well until these situations developed further. Overtime, Americans gave their opinions and formed unions, organizations, and even a party in these times. As a result, the Industrialization on America impacted The United States significantly.
With these new corporations, the prices reduced in the years of 1870-1899. These prices refer to the average price for goods and services during a given time. Fuel and light prices as shown in Document A, decreased. Most significantly, by 1899, fuel, lighting and
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Document B explains the situations of these workplaces. David Wells explains the process of an assembly line and its negative impact. He supports his theory because he stated that the factory place began to lose individuality among the workers. For instance, these workers are only skilled on one task and are very limited. Also, Document F is an address given by Samuel Gompers. He mainly described the need for labor reforms. Workplaces were overcrowded and were in horrible conditions. As a result, many labor unions formed in support of the workers. They organized strikes and protest to ensure more benefits for the average worker. They were also against child labor. Gompers states that “men and women should have a better consideration than inanimate and dormant things.” He’s basically saying that these workers should be cared for as humans. During this time, the Triangle Shirtwaist factory occurred where hundreds of workers were trapped and locked into a room, which resulted in many deaths. Also he calls for reduction of hours of labor to eliminate potential dangers. Lastly, because they’re such hard workers he demands more recognition and a better wage to support their …show more content…
As a result, many people decided the Populist Party to advocate for the people’s needs. Document E describes this parties platform about what the government refers as the “the plain people.” They advocated for higher wages, a reduction of working hours, and a great expansion of the government in policies regarding railroads. This excerpt states “to correct these evils” to imply that the party will meet the needs of the citizens to fix all corruption, especially in corporations. It also states that their goals include an end to injustice, and