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Sunday, July 7, 2024

Monday, July 7, 1924. The death of Calvin Coolidge, Jr.

Calvin Coolidge, Jr. died of blood poisoning from an infection on his foot, following having received a blister playing tennis a week earlier.


Philippine Scouts mutinied at Ft. William McKinley over being paid less than other U.S. troops.  The 23d Infantry Division had to put it down.  Gen. MacArthur subsequently sought to secure the troops a raise in pay, but was unsuccessful.

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Sunday, July 6, 1924 Plutarco Elias Calles elected.