Did you know that starting about 1910 the beach patrol made sure bathing suits were not too short

Starting about 1910 women began ditching skirts and long sleeves in favor of bathing suits that, while still modest, allowed for more freedom to swim.

However, in some areas beach censors still imposed modesty regulations, like making sure the bathing suit was not too short showing too much leg.  

Link to story: https://bikininewsdaily.com/bnd/Didyouknowthatstartingab-17