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What was the goal of the temperance movement in the late 1800's and early 1900's

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A goal to lower alcohol consumption.

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The main goal of the temperance movement in the late 1800's and early 1900's was to prohibit the sale and consumption of alcohol in the United States. This led to the Prohibition era. 
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