Hispanics who came into the United States during the early 20th century were usually farm workers, or had meek jobs when compared to other United States residents. Racism was considerable in the United States at that time; not only were Blacks relegated in the South, but many western area stores, restaurants and services segregated the Hispanic community as well. Some establishments had billboards that said "No Mexicans" or "No Service to Mexicans", for example, during the period (on the Eastern seaboard states at the same time, many establishments refused to serve Puerto Ricans, with signs that read "no service to Porto Ricans" among other things). This may have led to many immigrants, who were already facing trouble with their migratory status in the first place, to not encourage their children to learn proper Spanish. Immigration was (and has always been) another issue among Hispanics. Those who learned some English and had no legal status in the United States would use English to, among other reasons, avoid being deported.