The First Five March 4, 2014 Agenda Message: Use your class notes to answer the following homework questions… Write question then answer on separate sheet of paper. Due Thursday March 5 th. 1. What was so new about the New South? 2. What attracted Northern investors and businessmen to the South? 3. Why did some people not accept the idea of a New South? 4. Why did some Georgians want to keep Georgia rural and keep its economy agricultural?

The First Five March 4, 2014 Agenda Message: Use your class notes to answer the following homework questions… Write question then answer on separate sheet of paper. Due Thursday March 5 th. 1. What was so new about the New South? 2. What attracted Northern investors and businessmen to the South? 3. Why did some people not accept the idea of a New South? 4. Why did some Georgians want to keep Georgia rural and keep its economy agricultural?

Warm-up: G-Mass Review 1.According to the Charter of 1732, Georgia’s was created for which 3 purposes? 2.Who owed a trading post store and served as the translator for Oglethorpe in his discussions with Chief Tomochichi? 3.Which crop were the colonists of Georgia expected to grow in order to feed silkworms? 4.Who controlled Georgia after it became a royal colony? 5.Who was the first royal governor of Georgia?

Answers 1. a. Charity – relief for debtors and the “worthy” poor (humanitarian effort) B. Economics (money) – a self-supporting colony that would provide cheap natural resources for Britain C. Defense - protection between FL and Charleston; easy to defend because of geography 2. John & Mary Musgrove 3.Mulberry trees and grapes 4.Royal Governors 5.John Reynolds

Unit 8: The New South SS8H87: SS8H87: The student will evaluate key political, social, and economic changes that occurred in Georgia between 1877 and 1918.

The New South Movement Time period from New South Movement The New South Movement required 3 changes: 1.Expand industries (factories/businesses) 2.Rely less on cash crops (cotton) 3.Grow more food crops Diversification = adding more industry + more crops. Making money on more than just cotton.

The New South Movement Few Southerners had enough money to start new industries. However, Northern banks and businessmen did have money to invest in the South. The South had great potential = Abundant natural resources and raw materials (timber, coal, iron ore, & cotton) + Cheap labor + a good year-round climate.

The New South Movement Georgians who opposed the New South movement did not want: 1.Larger cities 2.Capitalism 3.Mass production 4.Anything to do with modernizing the South They wanted to keep Georgia rural and agricultural.

The Bourbon Triumvirate Democrats controlled Georgia in the decades following Reconstruction. Their opponents called them “Bourbons,” a term that referred to a royal French family that never learned from the past, but also never forgot the past. Three men controlled the governor’s office and Georgia’s two Senate seats from 1876 to 1890: Joseph E. Brown, Alfred B. Colquitt, and John B. Gordon. They became known as the Bourbon Triumvirate (a group of three in authority). The Bourbon Triumvirate controlled Georgia. They supported “Lost Cause” ideas (maintaining white supremacy and pre-Civil War states’ rights), but also supported business, the railroads, and other “New South” issues. Their goal was to lower taxe Republicans joined with Independent voters in trying to defeat the Democrats. 9

Bourbon Triumvirate (key points) Joseph E. Brown, Alfred Colquitt, and John B. Gordon were all past governors of Georgia. Bourbon Triumvirate They were called the Bourbon Triumvirate. These 3 leaders wanted: 1.Stronger relationships with industries in the North to expand Georgia’s economy 2.White supremacy (the belief that the white is superior to other racial groups)

Bourbon Triumvirate Joseph E. Brown Alfred Colquitt John B. Gordon

Henry Grady Known as the “Voice of the New South” Editor of the Atlanta Constitution newspaper Grady traveled the USA informing people of the New South: Industry, diversified farming, and better treatment of African Americans. He was able to attract new businesses, jobs, and investments to the state of Georgia from Start 4 th

HOTS Who was not a member of the Bourbon Triumvirates? A.Henry Grady B.John Gordon C.Joseph Brown D.Alfred Colquitt 2. The Bourbon Triumvirate believed in a) economic assistance for the poor. b) lower taxes. c) expansion of educational opportunities. d) improving work conditions.

Henry Grady Did you know the following places were named in honor of Henry Grady? 1.Grady county was created in Grady Hospital was opened on June 1, 1892

3-2-1 Response What were 3 changes that were necessary for the New South Movement to take place? What were the 2 changes that Henry Grady traveled the USA encouraging southerners to do in the 1880s? What is 1 thing that was named in honor of Henry Grady in Georgia? STOP

The First Five March 5, 2014 Agenda Message: What are three present day businesses that were established in the 1800s? Think about businesses that you see in your community or businesses that advertise on television, in magazines or newspapers, and or on the Internet. Use your technology to solve. Western UnionWells Fargo BankKellogg CompanyTiffany & Company Levi Strauss & Company R.H. Macy’s Department Stores Hershey Company Kroger Grocer Coca-ColaSears, Roebuck, & Company KodakBarnes & Noble Bookstore

Warm-up: CRCT Review List and explain the 4 Prehistoric Indian Periods in chronological order. GodGoldGlory Explain the meaning of God, Gold, & Glory. “Founding Father” Who is known as the “Founding Father” of Georgia? What is the highest mountain peak in Georgia?

Paleo, Archaic, Woodland, Mississippian A.God: A.God: To spread Christianity to more people. B.Gold: B.Gold: To find riches (Gold, silver, precious stones, & exotic trinkets). C.Glory: C.Glory: To become historically famous and to add more territory to their kingdom. James Oglethorpe Brasstown Bald

Alonzo Herndon From 1883 to 1927, he was the wealthiest African American in the USA Owned the Crystal Palace Barbershop on Peachtree Street in Atlanta Created & owned the Atlanta Life Insurance Company-still opened today in 17 states

County Unit System The Democratic Party dominated the state of Georgia. county unit system The Georgia Constitution of 1877 created the county unit system. Rural counties with small populations controlled the outcomes of Georgia elections; thus people were elected to office without the majority of the state’s vote. This system ended in 1963, because it was unconstitutional.

Tom Watson & the Populists Small farmers, sharecroppers, blacks, and poor whites wanted a political party that would fight for their rights. Populist Party The Populist Party was created to cater to their needs. This political party was known as “the people’s party.” Tom Watson Tom Watson was the leader of the Populist Party. Rural Free Delivery (RFD) While serving in the U.S. House of Representatives, he was able to get the Rural Free Delivery (RFD) bill passed into law. RFD The RFD law requires the post office to deliver mail to rural homes free of charge.

Georgia’s County Unit System 22 How might a state-wide election today have different results under this system?

Its Kahoot time!!!!! Stop get out your technology.

The First Five March 6, 2014 Agenda Message: Study for Unit 8 CDA on 3/18/15 Warm-up: CRCT Review List and explain each of the five geographic regions of Georgia.

Tom Watson & the Populists Tom Watson & the Populist Party threaten the Democratic Party’s control in Georgia. Therefore, the Democrats were pleased when he lost several elections from In 1920, Tom Watson was elected to the U.S. Senate, because he had changed his views and no longer supported the rights of blacks, Catholics, and Jews.

The First Five March 6, 2014 Homework: Study for the Unit 8 CDA on 3/18/15 Warm-up: G-Mass Review 1.Which statement BEST explains why the term Bourbon Triumvirate was most appropriate for Joseph E. Brown, Alfred Colquitt, and John Gordon? A.They shared a strong belief in white supremacy. B.They ruled Georgia consecutively for a period of over 30 years as governors. C.They were political rulers drawn together by power and political goals. D. They were known for excessive business practices and high profit motives.

The First Five March 6, 2015 Agenda Message: Frayer Model due March 11 th, Unit 8 CDA on, 3/18/15. Today’s Warm-up: CRCT Review Question 2. Political leaders who dominated Georgia after Reconstruction, supported new industry and white supremacy were called what? A.Radical RepublicansB. Populists C. Bourbon TriumvirateD. Alliance Democrats

Warm-up: G-Mass Review Cotton States and International Exposition In 1895, Atlanta was host to 800,000 visitors during the 3 month-long Cotton States and International Exposition. This exhibition was a way to: Showcase the economic recovery of the South. Highlight the region’s natural resources. Lure northern investors. At the 6,000 exhibits of the exposition, visitors saw new machinery and learned how cotton was made into marketable products. 3. The main purpose of the International Cotton Exposition that was held in Atlanta was to…? A.Showcase the industries of the New South. B. Get ideas from foreign countries. C.Showcase the cotton gin. D. Bring visitors to Atlanta

Classwork 1.Work with a partner to complete the Event Explanation graphic organizer on the New South A. Use your class notes B. Use textbook pages This graphic organizer will help you organize your ideas for today’s classwork and tonight’s homework assignment (write a 1 to 1½ page essay on the New South). After completion of your graphic organizer, start writing your 1 to 1½ page essay on the New South.

Segregation & Discrimination Southern whites (Democratic Party from 1880s- 1910s) wanted to keep African Americans from having political rights. People feared African Americans would rule Georgia politics and gain social equality. Different strategies were used to disenfranchise or deprive black men of their right to vote.

Disenfranchisement By 1908, Georgia used ways to prevent African American men from voting: 1.Poll Tax = fee paid before a person could vote. 2.Literacy Test = test to see if people could read and understand the Constitution. 3.Grandfather Clause = a new law that said a man could vote if a man’s father or grandfather could have voted in a Georgia election before White Primary = elections only white men could vote in.

Jim Crow Laws Jim Crow Laws Southern states passed Jim Crow Laws to separate the races. It segregated public places (restaurants, trains, water fountains, schools, hospitals, theaters, pools, etc.). Plessy vs. Ferguson In 1896, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in Plessy vs. Ferguson that separate but equal facilities were not unconstitutional. STOP

The First Five March 10th, 2014 Agenda Message: Continue working on Frayer Modell). It is due Wednesday. Unit 8 CDA on Monday, 3/18/15. Test Friday, March 13 th. Warm-up: How does discrimination and segregation differ from each other?

Warm-up: G-Mass Review March 10 th, 2015 Cotton States and International Exposition In 1895, Atlanta was host to 800,000 visitors during the 3 month-long Cotton States and International Exposition. This exhibition was a way to: Showcase the economic recovery of the South. Highlight the region’s natural resources. Lure northern investors. At the 6,000 exhibits of the exposition, visitors saw new machinery and learned how cotton was made into marketable products. 3. The main purpose of the International Cotton Exposition that was held in Atlanta was to…? A.Showcase the industries of the New South. B. Get ideas from foreign countries. C.Showcase the cotton gin. D. Bring visitors to Atlanta

The First Five March 10, 2015 Agenda Message: Work on Frayer model due 3/11 & study for CDA on 3/18. Quiz March 13 th. Today’s Warm-up: Which piece of legislation allowed less populated counties in Georgia to have greater power in the General Assembly as the more populated counties? It ended in 1963 because it was unconstitutional.

Black Leadership in the New South Booker T. Washington Encouraged African Americans to learn trade skills. Skills = job = Economic Strength Created Tuskegee Institute in Alabama W.E.B DuBois Disagreed with Booker T. Washington Believed African Americans deserved equal access to political, social, & economic worlds of the South. Education = Success; Talented Tenth Atlanta University Professor

Lugenia Burns Hope Created different community programs in Atlanta to improve the living conditions of African Americans. Married John Hope, who was the President of Morehouse College in 1906.

Rebecca Latimer Felton She was the 1 st woman to serve in the U.S. Senate. She campaigned for the following causes: 1.Anti-lynching 2.Prohibition (banning of alcohol) 3.Suffrage (women’s right to vote) 4.Anti-smoking 5.Anti-drinking of Coca-Cola 6.Child care 7.Compulsory school attendance 8.Admission of women to UGA

Atlanta Race Riot of 1906 In September 1906, both The Atlanta Journal & The Atlanta Constitution newspapers reported several attacks on white women. These reports set off a race riot. Angry white mobs of men went to African American neighborhoods in Atlanta, attacking people, destroying homes, and burning down black owned businesses. There were reports that African Americans were killed.

Leo Frank Case Who do you think murdered Mary Phagen?

Ticket out the Door: 5Ws Who Who was Tom Watson? Where Where was he from? What What did he do during the Populist Movement? When When did he become a U.S. Senator? Why Why did he no longer want blacks to vote for him?

The First Five March 10, 2015 Agenda Message: Study for Unit 8 CDA on Tuesday, 3/18/15 Today’s Warm-up: Read pp and answer #1-4 on p. 109, in the Georgia CRCT Coach workbook.

The First Five March 10, 2015 Agenda Message: Study for Unit 8 CDA on Monday, 3/17/14 Today’s Warm-up: Read pp and answer #1-4 on p. 113, in the Georgia CRCT Coach workbook.