Publisher's Synopsis
The Social Evil In Chicago: A Study Of Existing Conditions is a book published in 1911 by the Vice Commission of Chicago. The book is a comprehensive study of the social evil, or prostitution, in Chicago during the early 20th century. The Vice Commission was a group of civic leaders, social workers, and experts who were appointed by the mayor of Chicago to investigate the causes and effects of prostitution in the city. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the social evil. The first chapter provides an overview of the commission's work and the scope of the problem in Chicago. The second chapter examines the causes of prostitution, including poverty, lack of education, and moral decay. The third chapter explores the social and economic conditions that contribute to the problem, such as the lack of affordable housing and the exploitation of women in the workplace.The fourth chapter delves into the legal and regulatory framework surrounding prostitution in Chicago, including the laws governing brothels and the enforcement of those laws. The fifth chapter examines the health risks associated with prostitution, including the spread of sexually transmitted diseases. The sixth chapter looks at the social and psychological effects of prostitution on the women involved, including the stigma and shame associated with the profession.The final chapter of the book offers recommendations for addressing the social evil in Chicago, including the establishment of a municipal clinic to provide medical care for prostitutes and the creation of a system to rehabilitate women who wish to leave the profession. The book is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the social and political climate of early 20th century Chicago, as well as the efforts of civic leaders to address a complex and controversial problem.With Recommendations By The Vice Commission Of Chicago: A Municipal Body Appointed By The Mayor And The City Council Of The City Of Chicago, And Submitted As Its Report To The Mayor And City Council Of Chicago.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
