How might life in the 1920s been different without Prohibition?
Q. How might life in the 1920s been different without Prohibition? and 2.Consider the racial tensions that existed in the 1920s and those that exist today.Why are racial issues so difficult to resolve?
Asked by BJ - Sat Dec 5 10:41:36 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. 1. Organized crime would not have gained the power that they did if prohibition had never existed. 2. At this time, the 14% population of people of color hold all the cards, it is reverse discrimination on a nationwide scale. SSDD. People will always act in hatred if they feel there is something to gain from it.
Answered by Arimesis - Sat Dec 5 11:25:34 2009

What were some famous people in the 1920s-1930s and what is some interesting facts about them?
Q. Also, are there any websites where I can get some short&sweet information about famous people of the 1920s and 30s ? thanks!
Asked by Kim W - Thu May 22 17:30:09 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Louis Armstrong: African American jazz musician. Al Capone: gangster Charlie Chaplin: Actor Henry Ford: car manufacturer Warren Harding: 29th US President Herbert Hoover: 31st US President More
Answered by Samsooma the original - Thu May 22 17:38:13 2008

I want to decorate my home in 1920s style. Any suggestions of books or websites I can go to for ideas?
Q. i am interestd in redecorating my home in 1920s style - English and American. I am looking for book titles or websites I can visit for ideas, pictures and suggestions.
Asked by DZ - Thu Jun 12 20:42:27 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. This is a start, I just typed in 1920s decor in my search engine. Scroll down to the bottom of this page & pick the room: The pictures are black & white, but worth a look. Some books available here: Links to lots of stuff:
Answered by starshadow7@sbcglobal.net - Thu Jun 12 21:50:29 2008

How did WW1 influence the fashion of American Women in the 1920s?
Q. I have to write an enormous essay for my school diploma. My question is, (along the lines of) How did WW1 influence the development of flapper fashion, in the 1920s. Any suggestions would be very helpful, also, if i could be directed to some quality sources (especially newspaper articles, from archives and the like, and reliable websites) that would be fabulous. Cheers!
Asked by yew.infusions - Sun Mar 15 22:11:51 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Up until WW1, wedding dresses were always black, but after WW1, because of the excess of parachute cloth, wedding dresses were white.
Answered by boots - Sun Mar 15 22:20:02 2009

What was the most popular religion in New York during the 1920s?
Q. That, or what would be the most popular religion for a rich woman in New York during the 1920s?
Asked by Amy - Thu Sep 24 12:28:49 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Rich women? English descent protestants!
Answered by Saraceni - Thu Sep 24 15:22:33 2009

Where can I find information on Russian foreign policy during the 1920s?
Q. Would anyone be able to provide me with some specific information as to where I can find information on Russia's foreign policy during the 1920s? Free internet sources are preferred, though I do have a Questia account and can check out library books if necessary.
Asked by Lukas P - Wed Nov 14 22:14:34 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Start with the link below, it's a very general overview and deals with both the 20's and 30's.
Answered by Captain Hammer - Thu Nov 15 17:05:31 2007

What were 6 issues during the 1920s which indicated economic troubles.?
Q. Please list six(6) facts or issues from the 1920s which should have indicated economic troubles which existed in the 1920s which should have indicated economic troubles which existed in the 1920s or were evident by 1929.
Asked by Baller S - Sun Feb 8 13:29:01 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You can research YOUR homework here:
Answered by Feisty - Sun Feb 8 13:33:46 2009

What did patients wear in hospitals in the 1920s?
Q. I am researching 1920s hospitals for costume designs for a play and I have a character in a scene in a mental institution and I cant seem to find any info on what they would have worn. Does anyone have an links to pictures?
Asked by Matilda - Sun Mar 21 19:44:03 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Hello, I've found a few pictures: regards, Gregory Miller
Answered by Gregory Miller - Sun Mar 21 20:00:19 2010

How were the 1920s a period of conservatism?
Q. My professor is making me write a paper on this. While I do have some ideas, additional information would be helpful. How were the 1920s a period of conservatism?
Asked by felinecarcass - Tue Mar 16 22:35:25 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. For the most part, the Executive branch stayed out of public affairs, thereby limiting federal power, a key conservative principle. Restriction of immigration through the Immigration Act of 1924 is another. Finally the economic market was allowed to run free with minimal regulation, mostly do to the limited federal power mentioned above.
Answered by Jimmy m - Tue Mar 16 22:44:16 2010

What would be a cute song for little girls to dance to from the 1920s?
Q. my city puts on a water show every year. and this years theme is evolution of music. and little girls act got the 1920s. thanks !
Asked by andrea k - Tue Jun 19 18:44:11 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. "Baby Face." It was a real Twenties song used in "Thoroughly Modern Millie," the musical produced in the Sixties about the Twenties. "Baby face. You've got the cutest little baby face..."
Answered by SallyJM - Tue Jun 19 18:48:19 2007

What were ongoin and discrimination towards Americans in the 1920s?
Q. Despite their Civil Religion, Americans continued to struggle with the problems of freedom and equality through the 1920s. Illustrate the ongoing pattern of exclusion and discrimination, try to explain it, and then identify any efforts to alter it. How healthy was that Civil Religion on the eve of the Great Depression?
Asked by chrisyat32 - Tue Oct 14 01:31:17 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Our country was entirely segregated at that time which meant that blacks and all other minorities were excluded from basically any life that might lead to the so called American dream.
Answered by Andy R - Tue Oct 14 15:35:15 2008

What happened after world war I leading in the 1920s were things heading in a good direction?
Q. how was it? was it headed in a good direction before the stock market crashed and we had the depression or what i'm trying to start my intro for my paper which analyzes the fears of the AMERICANs during the 1920s-1950s any suggestions?
Asked by Eli - Tue Apr 6 14:01:57 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The League of Nations to be trumped by the United Nations is a Utopian idea of One World Government. Something closer to 1984 by George Orwell is the final result.
Answered by Philip T - Tue Apr 6 14:06:07 2010

How successful was the league of nations during the 1920s?
Q. how successful was the league of nations during the 1920s?
Asked by Andrew - Tue Mar 17 15:35:00 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It was a complete failure, but they had the right idea in making it but they could just not enforce what they wanted
Answered by kylekrause2009 - Tue Mar 17 16:06:39 2009

What were some reasons that organized crime started in the 1920s?
Q. What were some reasons that organized crime started in the 1920s? Also what was the effects on America because of all this organized crime? and if you know of any websites that might help me on this that would be great. thanks!
Asked by help me omg - Wed May 7 14:22:57 2008 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The ban of alcohol in america (bootlegging) led to the rise of organized crimes (ie mafias and the like). They gained lots of money and power doing this. So ironically the government basically started organized crimes
Answered by pr3viewx360 - Wed May 7 14:33:28 2008

Where can I find a dictionary from before 1920s?
Q. I am looking for a dictionary from before the 1920s. Preferably within the $0-60 price range. An internet dictionary would work also, but it has to be from before 1920s.
Asked by Vidur - Sun Feb 8 15:15:44 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You can ask from the state library, or the National archives
Answered by soul a - Sun Feb 8 15:22:14 2009

Does anyone know of any good female authors from the 1920s?
Q. I'm writing a research paper for my English Honors class and I'm stuck on my topic. I chose female writers but I have to pick one from the 1920s or 30s. Anyone have any recommendations on a good author from that time period?
Asked by rogers11 - Mon May 12 15:40:59 2008 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Apart from the previously mentioned, Colette, Anais Nin, & Zora Neale Hurston are all really notable. Pretty sure they were all around that period.
Answered by devotchka - Mon May 12 15:56:45 2008

What were some popular/commonly used Scottish Baby Names in the 1920s?
Q. Writing a story and have a few - Elspeth for sure, and toying with Duncan and Kenneth for boys - but I've been searching for popular names in the 1920s or 1930s for children and haven't been able to find anything. Almost everything that comes up is for England/Wales or the US, and I know from current baby name lists the names tend to differ drastically. Any suggestions?
Asked by Gemma - Sun Nov 30 14:40:20 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Wow! This was really hard to find. It seems like all the baby name sites only list the most popular Scottish names from 2000 on. Okay, so here's a list of the 100 most common Scottish first names from 1900: Here's a list from 1950: Compare both lists -- if a name appears on both, it's pretty safe to say it was popular in the 1920's. These lists are from the General Registrar Office for Scotland, so they're very official. Good luck with your story, and I hope this helps!
Answered by Emmy Jo - Sun Nov 30 15:01:07 2008

What were the most common racing cars of the 'golden era', 1920s-40s?
Q. I am referring to the grand-scale and romantic races of the 1920s through to the early forties across whole countries or lapping a track for hours at a time. What cars were commonly seen? I can recall seeing a postcard once with an MG on it- the model began with 'M', I think...
Asked by DaveyMcB - Fri Aug 22 11:53:54 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. In the United States, Offenhauser engines in an assortment of different chassis were competitive between 1933 and 1983. Ford's ubiquitous presence meant that many racerds would be based on Model T, Model A and Model V8 underpinnings. In Europe, those witn a competitive streak woul have been running humble little Fiat Topolinos and M Magnettes on the lowetr end. Higher-end machinery would have included 3-liter and 4.5 liter Bentleys, TType 35 Bugattis. bs would debut,and Mercedes-Benz and Auto Union. Italy's races included Alfa omeo and Maserati
Answered by Scribepalladin - Fri Aug 22 13:35:05 2008

How long did the adoption process take in the US in the 1920s?
Q. Specifically, in the early 1920s in an area such as New York City. Any information/links would be helpful. Thanks!
Asked by I Like C - Mon Apr 9 22:57:00 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The best that I can tell from the Child Welfare League is that Minnesota was the only state with minimum standards (including a 6 month trial period) for adoptions. Prior to that it was a matter of a social worker's recommendation to the court and the awarding of custody to the new parents. So the wait was only as long as it took to get a court date.
Answered by GenevievesMom - Tue Apr 10 01:14:28 2007

What celebrity had the most impact on the 1920s?
Q. i have to write an essay on a celebrity during the 1920s and i need to know which one had the biggest impact.
Asked by christine32 - Wed Feb 25 16:18:22 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Here are a few to get you started. Babe Ruth Rudolph Valentino Charlie Chaplin Charles Lindbergh
Answered by scifi1971 - Wed Feb 25 16:28:12 2009