I believe that they fought for confederacy but I MIGHT BE WRONG.
In the 1890s, Italy and Ireland were the two countries that immigrated to the United States.
Maybe because of the popularity of television, or because people felt they needed it in their household for entertainment
Reformers wanted children to go to school because they would get educated, they would also know their rights, and they could advocate for them in case someone violated them. Children that went to school could get higher paying jobs and even a career. There were lots of advantages!
Have a nice day! :)