The Women's Christian Temperance Union (WCTU) led the crusade for prohibition in The Great Gatsby. They were a prominent organization advocating for the prohibition of alcohol in the United States during the early 20th century.
There were a number of groups that spearheaded the establishment of prohibition in the US. They included the Anti-Saloon League, the Woman's Christian Temperance Union (WCTU), and many Protestant churches.
Back in the days of US "prohibition," I think you may be referring to The Women's Christian Temperance Union.
The photographer at the apartment party in The Great Gatsby was Mr. McKee. He takes a group photo of the guests at the party, including Jay Gatsby and Nick Carraway.
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When Nick thought Gatsby was driving the car that killed Myrtle, he was disappointed and disgusted with the whole group of people. When he finds out that Gatsby is innocent he tells Gatsby that he is better than Daisy, Tom and Jordan.
After Nick and Gatsby cross the bridge, they encounter a group of workmen and a chauffeur waiting outside Tom Buchanan's mansion. These travelers serve as a contrast to the opulent lifestyle of the Buchanans and highlight the divide between the wealthy elite and the working class in the novel "The Great Gatsby."
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Crusade for Justice.
A number of people opposed National Prohibition for a variety of reasons, including their belief in the Constitution, in individual liberties, in limited government, that the social experiment was doomed to failure, and that Prohibition was counterproductive in causing serious problems.
Prohibition was created by means of a constitutional amendment, that was enacted in 1920, largely as a result of the efforts of the Women's Christian Temperance Union. They were an effective special interest group.
This line from "The Great Gatsby" suggests that refraining from excessive drinking sets one apart from a group of heavy drinkers, implying a sense of superiority and control. It highlights the idea that abstinence can be a strength in a society where heavy drinking is the norm, showcasing a form of self-discipline and moral superiority. This attitude aligns with Jay Gatsby's belief in maintaining a facade of respectability and self-restraint despite the excesses of the Jazz Age.
Gatsby's father shows Nick a schedule that Gatsby had made as a child detailing his personal goals and ambitions for the future, showcasing his determination and dreams. This schedule demonstrates the deep drive and hope that Gatsby had from a young age to achieve success and become successful.