The Survey, Volume 30, Number 2, Apr 12, 1913

"The Survey, Volume 30, Number 2, Apr 12, 1913" by Various is a snapshot of early 20th-century America, revealing what people cared about through articles focused on critical topics of the time. The historical periodical highlights the immediate concerns of disaster relief, focusing on the Red Cross's efforts in the Ohio flood, detailing the devastation and the ongoing need for assistance. The volume shifts to consider the systemic problems and progress related to prison reform, specifically Arkansas' advancements in prisoner rights and changes to the exploitative lease system. Articles on child labor, and concerns regarding health and welfare show a nation grappling with disaster response and seeking to improve its society through thoughtful reform.