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The Thor Washer & American Culture

The Thor Washer & American Culture. By: Nicole Whitfield. The Thor Washer. Known as the “Thor” or “Electronic Washer” Invented in 1908 Made by Alva J. Fisher Patented in 1910 Consisted of a large tub, wires and a motor. Family in the 1900s. Roles in families were very balanced

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The Thor Washer & American Culture

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  1. The Thor Washer& American Culture By: Nicole Whitfield

  2. The Thor Washer • Known as the “Thor” or “Electronic Washer” • Invented in 1908 • Made by Alva J. Fisher • Patented in 1910 • Consisted of a large tub, wires and a motor

  3. Family in the 1900s • Roles in families were very balanced • Women were responsible for the home and the family • Men would work • Children would go to school

  4. The Thor Meets Family Life • The Thor allowed people to get more things done • It required less work then manual wash boards • It saved people time

  5. Changes in the Washer 1920s 1900s 1950s 2000s • Over the years the washer has become… • Safer • Quieter • Faster • More efficient

  6. Changes of Culture in the 21st Century • America advanced past other cultures • Women, men and even children began working outside of homes • Society began to rely on technology for labor

  7. Overlooked But Proven • It’s used in everyday life • It’s powerful yet efficient • Has a major impact on everyone • The Washer is • One of the most used inventions • Easy to operate • Vital to many people

  8. The Thor and Culture • Created new jobs • Better hygiene • Less work effort when doing household tasks • Made people happier

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