Urbanization in the American Northwest, 1824-1840. This paper discusses the formation of an urban class structure in the American Northwest during the period 1824-1840. The paper emphasizes the importance of women and families, religious freedom, runaway slaves, Chinese immigrants, and the railroads on the vast changes that turned the lawless region into a relatively civilized outpost in the "Wild West." 4 pgs. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Pages: 4 Bibliography: 3 source(s) listed Filename: 5075 Urbanization American Northwest.doc Price: 35.80