The Italian mafia recruits people at the docks, and for ordinary people, if they really become a part of the mafia, it might be a decent gig. Though a bit dangerous, mafia members are treated well and can use their status to bully some common citizens, giving them a sense of vanity. However, how could the Italian mafia possibly absorb such a large wave of Italian immigrants!
At this time, the Italian mafia shows what professionalism is. The United States is currently frantically building new railroads and developing the West, needing manpower and meeting demands. The Italian mafia seizes this opportunity to start participating in various projects.
For general Italians, taking over a project is easy. If you won't let us do the work, don't expect to start normally. We'll send people to cause trouble every other day and see who gives in first.
