12.3 The Business of America: US History – Flashcards

first automobiles invented by Henry Ford. While the first car only came in one color, the second was available in a variety of colors

became president after Harding died. He worked to regain the nations faith in their government. Believed that the government should keep taxes down, business profits up, and give businesses more available credit in order to expand

legendary route from Chicago to California that was built to provide a road way for the newly created automobiles during the time

first underwater tunnel designed specifically for mote vehicles. It connected from New York City to Jersey City

the unplanned and uncontrolled spreading of cities into surrounding regions

flew transatlantic fights to promote cargo and commercial airlines (2 people)

inaugurated the first transatlantic passenger flights in 1927

chain store that emerged during the roaring twenties. Was a nickel-and-dime store

enabled people to buy goods over an extended period, without having to put down much money at the time of purchase

the president stood for economy and a frugal way of life, but he was favored by a public who had thrown all care to the wind