| Contents Notes |
Uses letters, journals, newspaper accounts, cartoons, and more to tell part of the story of some of the thousands of immigrants who came to America around the turn of the twentieth century. About the series: Reading the historical documents -- Introduction / Dale Steiner -- Statue of Liberty -- Irish Potato Famine -- Ellis Island: Mary Antin's voyage to America -- For some, it was an island of opportunity -- For others, it was an island of tears -- From many lands and for many reasons: Emigration of Rosa Cristoforo? 1884 -- Making a living in a new land: Finding work in the city -- Street vendors -- Leaving the city to find work -- Education helped in job search -- Other ports of entry: Galveston -- Angel Island -- Newspapers helped newcomers adjust to life in the U.S. -- Assimilating: Classic predicament -- Joy of growing up Italian -- Research activities/Things to do -- Suggested further reading. |
