1920s Vocab

“Return to Normalcy” – campaign promise by Warren G. Harding during 1920 presidential election, signaling a return to life before World War I.

Teapot Dome Scandal – corruption scandal involving the secret leasing of federal oil to private companies in exchange for bribes.

Veterans Bureau Scandal – head of the bureau, Charles R. Forbes, embezzled millions by overcharging for supplies and pocketing the difference.

Adkins v. Children’s Hospital – supreme court case that reversed Muller v. Oregon asserting women no longer needed special workplace protections.

Washington Naval Conference – international conference aimed at naval disarmament and reducing the risk of war by limiting naval power; resulted in the Five-Power Treaty.

Fordney–McCumber Tariff – high tariff passed to protect American industries by raising duties on imported goods; contributed to European economic difficulties and worsened international tensions.