The Social Evil in Chicago: A Study of Existing Conditions With Recommendations is a comprehensive report examining Chicago’s vice problem and the plans to address it.
This edition presents the findings of the Vice Commission and outlines practical steps for reform based on careful study and public interest.
The book surveys how conditions in the city have developed, what drives vice, and how policy and community action can reduce harm. It combines analysis with recommendations and includes official appendices that present relevant statutes and data sources.
- An in-depth look at the social evil as it existed in Chicago, its scope and impact
- Analysis of causes, government response, and the role of various institutions
- Evidence-based recommendations for prevention, rescue, and reform
- Appendices with revised Illinois statutes, city ordinances, and supporting tables
Ideal for readers seeking a historical view of early 20th-century reform efforts, policy makers, and researchers interested in urban social problems.