Well, the identity of women in the 1800s was within the society. They were supposed to stay at home taking care of children, husband, and family. As the families moved to the west , women's role begin to change, expanded in businesses, employment, and entrepreneurship. The west people's were offering ownership to women. The banks were offering ease and cheap loans to run a small business. Similarly, employment opportunities in school, colleges, hospitals, government office led women to be more creative and generous.
