Defended Christianity: Was a poor defender of Creation

Defended Science: Lost, but aided in discrediting the Bible in the minds of the public

Needed immigrants for workforce, but heavily limited immigration

Tolerant age, but white supremacy views were widely spread

Consumer mentality focused on new inventions that saved time on daily tasks

Moved the industry forward into mass production

Farming took a down-turn after WWI and pricing for produce no longer subsidized