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Location New York City in the 1900s
New York City is located on one of the worlds largest natural harbors with access to the Atlantic Ocean
The Erie Canal connects the port of New York City with the interior of the country
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Jobs New York City in the 1900s
Subway worker
Construction
Garment worker
Financial Trader
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Goods New York City in the 1900s
Transportation
Entertainment
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Culture New York City in the 1900s
Central Park
Coney Island
Tenement districts
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Religion New York City in the 1900s
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Government New York City in the 1900s
New York Citys progressive government provides for its citizens through an improved water supply and a new underground transit system
President Theodore Roosevelt is leveling the field by regulating big business and improving the quality of life for all Americans through the Food and Drug Act
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Population New York City in the 1900s
According to the 1900 census, New York City is the largest city in America with close to 3.5 million residentsand it will continue to grow every year due to the immigration point of entry on Ellis Island
The city greatly expanded its presence and citizenry by incorporating the outer boroughs of Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Staten Island in 1898
There are nearly 500,000 people per square mile in the Lower East Sidethe most dense and diverse place on the planet