Tenement reform from "summary" of How The Other Half Lives by Jacob August Riis
Tenement reform was a crucial issue in the late 19th century, as the living conditions in these buildings were deplorable. The tenements were overcrowded, with multiple families crammed into small, dark rooms. The lack of proper ventilation and sanitation led to the spread of diseases such as tuberculosis and cholera. The buildings were also fire hazards, with narrow, winding staircases and no means of escape in case of emergency. Various individuals and organizations began to advocate for tenement reform, recognizing the urgent need for change. They pushed for laws and regulations to improve the living conditions in these buildings. One of the key figures in this movement was Lawrence Veiller, who conducted a thorough investigation of the tenements and documented the squalid conditions in which the poor lived. Veiller's work, alo...
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