The Survey, Volume 30, Number 5, May 3, 1913

"The Survey, Volume 30, Number 5, May 3, 1913" by Various is a publication that captures a moment in history when communities across America began using surveys to understand and improve their towns. It showcases how everyday people, groups, and the government worked together to tackle problems. The publication details the rise of the “survey idea,” where cities started looking closely at themselves to find out what needed fixing, motivated by the idea that better living conditions led to a stronger community and economy. Through stories from places like Topeka, Springfield, and Scranton, the writing points to a time when communities stopped simply reacting to problems and started actively seeking solutions together.