In the episode Women in Public Service from Cavalcade of America, we are transported back to the 1890s, a time when the horseless carriage is a novelty and the concept of public service is evolving. The story centers on Jane Adams, a young woman with a vision to help the less fortunate in Chicago's south side. Alongside her friend Ellen, Jane moves into a dilapidated mansion in a struggling neighborhood, determined to create a settlement house that serves as a community hub. Their goal is to provide support, education, and companionship to those who need it most.