City life for immigrants and the working-class was extremely difficult at the beginning of the 20th century.  Poverty, over-work, crime, prostitution, lack of sanitation, and over-crowding were all problems.  
 

Today, we will examine how the MC Progressives improved urban life.

MEMORY AID: Batman and Robin Probably R City of Gotham Super Heroes.  (Building Reform, Parks & Rec, City Gov't, Settlement Houses)

 

< Photo by Jacob Riis.