Industries that didn't prosper Flashcards
What 6 main areas didn’t prosper?
Farming Black/immigrants Coal and steel workers Textile workers Union members Workers
What happened to farmers goods between 1900-1920?
They had surpluses which meant they overproduced and there was no one to buy it
How much did farm income drop by between 1919-28?
Dropped by $9 billion
1919: $22 billion
1928: $13 billion
Approx what percentage of farms had electricity and water?
Less than 10%
Why weren’t other countries buying American farm produce?
US farms weren’t as efficient and cheaper grain and goods could be purchased elsewhere. Europe was also bankrupt
How many black labourers on farms lost their jobs?
1 Million
Why did the black population loose out during the boom?
They were the last to be hired and the first to be fired so they were always out of a job.
What was happening in coal and steel mines in 1918-20?
Strikes over low pay and bad conditions
What was especially bad about coal workers wages?
It was 1/3 of the national average
Why was coal in less of a demand?
It was being replaced by hydro electric, natural oil and gas
How much were men and women paid in North Carolina in coal and steel factories?
Men- $18
women- $9
What two things did the supreme court overrule?
2 state laws banning child labour and laws to set minimum wage
What percentage of wealth did the poorest people have?
10% of the wealth went to the bottom 42% of people
