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Jul 7, 2014 · Learn how a common bacterium caused the fatal sepsis that killed Calvin Coolidge Jr., the President's son, in 1924. Explore the medical challenges and advances of the time, and the similarities and differences with other Presidential tragedies.
Calvin Coolidge (born John Calvin Coolidge Jr.; / ˈ k uː l ɪ dʒ /; July 4, 1872 – January 5, 1933) was an American attorney and politician who served as the 30th president of the United States from 1923 to 1929.
Jul 6, 2017 · How did the president lose his son to a simple blister on his toe in 1924? Read the story of Calvin Coolidge Jr.’s tragic death and its impact on the president’s life and work.
Oct 31, 2016 · Calvin Coolidge Junior (1908-1924) inherited his mother’s broad smile and outgoing nature – along with his father’s sahara-dry wit and deadpanned expression. But since both Coolidge parents were blessed with a sense of humor, it stood to reason.
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Apr 2, 2014 · John Calvin Coolidge Jr. was born in Plymouth Notch, Vermont, on July 4, 1872. His father, John Coolidge, was a successful farmer and small businessman who served in the Vermont House...
Jun 3, 2014 · Calvin Coolidge Jr., forever 16, passed away at 10:30 p.m. on July 7, 1924. Much of America listened on radio as the shocking news of his death was announced. President Coolidge would never be...
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Jul 7, 2018 · It was on this day, July 7, 1924 at 10:30 in the evening, that the Coolidges’ youngest son, sixteen year old Calvin Jr., lost his fight with blood poisoning (septicemia) from a blister on his foot after playing tennis with his brother, John. In a hurry, young Calvin neglected to wear socks.
