In the early part of last century, it was the building out of railroads, resulting in skyrocketing real estate prices and ending in yet another crash of both Florida real estate and railroad stocks. (macleans.ca)
In the earlier part of the last century it was quite common for harsh potty training methods and punishment to be used; however this was followed by the gentler, child led approach. (newbornbabyzone.com)
It was in the top 100 in the early part of last century, but is barely in the top 1000 now. (babygaga.com)