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What rules did Thomas W. Dyott enforce in Dyottville, Pennsylvania?
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In Dyottville, Pennsylvania, Thomas W. Dyott enforced strict rules for his workers, reflecting his temperance advocacy and reformist ambitions. The community, also known as "Temperanceville," prohibited the consumption of alcohol.1
Workers adhered to a structured daily routine:
* They were required to rise upon hearing a daylight bell.1
* Specific times were designated for bathing.1
* Refreshments were provided during work breaks.1
* After supper and an hour of leisure, workers attended night school and prayers.1