Calvin Coolidge

Calvin Coolidge's father, John Calvin Coolidge, was a farmer, storekeeper, and occasional political officeholder. He played a significant role in the family's livelihood and local politics.

John Calvin Coolidge is born in Plymouth Notch, Vermont on July 4, 1872.

Calvin's sister, Abigail Grace Coolidge (Abbie), is born on April 15, 1875.

During the Garfield-Hancock campaign of 1880, Calvin Coolidge asked his father for a penny to buy candy, and his father refused, explaining the potential impact of the Democrats winning the election. After James A. Garfield won, the lad reminded his father that the Republicans had stayed in power and he got the penny.

Calvin Coolidge's boyhood was saddened by the illness of his mother and her death when he was 12 years old.

Victoria Moor Coolidge, Calvin's mother, dies at the age of 39 on March 14, 1885.

Calvin Coolidge graduates from Black River Academy in Ludlow, VT, and delivers a speech titled 'Oratory in History.'

Abigail Grace Coolidge, the sister of Calvin Coolidge, passes away at the age of 14.

Calvin Coolidge attends the centennial celebration of Vermont's statehood, which includes the dedication of the Bennington Battle Monument and an address by President Benjamin Harrison.

Calvin Coolidge's father, Col. John Coolidge, marries Carrie Brown Coolidge, while Calvin prepares at St. Johnsbury Prep School.

On June 26, 1895, Calvin Coolidge began his education at Amherst College in Amherst, Massachusetts.

Although Calvin Coolidge dropped 'John' from his name, he continued to sign letters to his father as 'J. Calvin Coolidge' as late as January 10, 1896.

Coolidge gains entrance to the bar in Northampton, Massachusetts and is later appointed to the Republican City Committee from Ward 2.

Coolidge is appointed as City Councilman from Ward 2.

On January 17, 1901, Calvin's father, John C. Coolidge, was reelected as the City Solicitor.

On January 16, 1902, John C. Coolidge was defeated for the position of City Solicitor by Theobald M. Connor.

On June 4, 1903, John C. Coolidge was appointed as the Clerk of Courts of Hampshire County.

In 1904, John C. Coolidge became the Chairman of the Republican City Committee in Northampton and met Grace Anna Goodhue.

In 1905, Calvin Coolidge married Grace Anna Goodhue, a graduate of the University of Vermont and a teacher at the Clarke School for the Deaf. Her wit and charm became influential in Coolidge's political career.

On September 7, 1906, Calvin Coolidge and Grace Anna Goodhue welcomed their first child, John Coolidge.

On November 6, 1906, Calvin Coolidge was elected as a Representative to the Massachusetts General Court.

On November 5, 1907, Calvin Coolidge was reelected as a Representative.

On April 13, 1908, Calvin Coolidge and Grace Anna Goodhue welcomed their second child, Calvin Coolidge, Jr.

Reelected as the mayor of an unspecified location in 1910.

Elected as a State Senator on November 7, 1911.

Reelected as a State Senator on November 5, 1912.

Reelected as a State Senator and subsequently elected as the President of the Senate on November 4, 1913.

Delivered the 'Have Faith in Massachusetts' Address to the Massachusetts Senate on January 7, 1914, his first address as the president of the senate.

Reelected as a State Senator and President of the Senate on November 3, 1914.

Calvin Coolidge was elected as the Lieutenant-Governor of Massachusetts in November 1916.

Calvin Coolidge was reelected as the Lieutenant-Governor of Massachusetts in November 1917.

Calvin Coolidge was reelected as the Lieutenant-Governor of Massachusetts on November 6, 1918.

On January 2, 1919, Calvin Coolidge delivered his first inaugural speech as the Governor of Massachusetts, reflecting on the aftermath of World War I.

From September 9 to 11, 1919, the Boston Police Strike brought Governor Coolidge to national attention due to his firm stand for law and order. His telegram to Samuel Gompers, President of the American Federation of Labor, emphasized the public safety over the right to strike.

On November 4, 1919, Calvin Coolidge was reelected as the Governor of Massachusetts.

Calvin Coolidge was nominated as the Vice-President candidate alongside Warren G. Harding at the Republican National Convention.

Calvin Coolidge's stepmother, Carrie Brown Coolidge, passes away.

Calvin Coolidge is nominated for Vice-president by the Republican National Convention, with Warren G. Harding as the Republican candidate for the Presidency.

Calvin Coolidge receives official notification of the Republican nomination for the Vice-Presidency at Allen Field, Smith College, Northampton, MA.

Calvin Coolidge is elected Vice-president of the United States.

Calvin Coolidge was elected as a life trustee of Amherst College and attended the dedication of Tuskegee Institute, showing his commitment to education and social progress.

Following the death of President Warren Harding, Calvin Coolidge became the 30th President of the United States on August 2, 1923. He served until 1929.

On August 2, 1923, Calvin Coolidge became the 30th President of the United States following the sudden death of President Warren G. Harding.

Calvin Coolidge became the President of the United States on August 3, 1923, following the death of President Warren G. Harding.

Calvin Coolidge appoints a commission, headed by Gifford Pinchot, to investigate an imminent coal strike.

Calvin Coolidge recognizes the Obregon Government of Mexico.

On October 4, 1923, Calvin Coolidge married Grace Anna Goodhue in Burlington, Vermont.

In his first State of the Union address, Coolidge expresses his support for prohibition and U.S. involvement in the World Court. He also states his opposition to government interference with business and calls for lowering taxes, thereby extending Harding's policies. It is the first broadcast of an official presidential address, made possible by the more than 2.5 million radios in U.S. homes.

In 1923, President Coolidge became the first chief executive to preside over a public celebration of the Christmas holidays by turning on the switch for the 'National Tree Lighting' in President's Park. The event included the lighting of the National Christmas Tree and the participation of more than 6,000 people who sang Christmas carols with the choir of the First Congregational Church, and enjoyed the music of the U.S. Marine Band.

On Christmas day in 1923, Mrs. Coolidge spent her time helping the Salvation Army distribute food baskets, showing her support for those in need during the holiday season.

On January 1, 1924, Calvin Coolidge officially became the 30th President of the United States. This marked the beginning of his presidency and his tenure in the White House.

On January 26, 1924, Coolidge announced a special initiative or action, which is not specified in the provided information. This event may have had significant implications during his presidency.

President Coolidge issues a proclamation prohibiting the sale of munitions to Mexican rebels.

President Coolidge announces the selection of two special counsel to investigate the Teapot Dome scandal.

President Coolidge issues a proclamation announcing the death of former President Woodrow Wilson.

President Coolidge delivered a speech at the Annual Luncheon of the Associated Press, focusing on foreign issues such as the Dawes report on German reparations. He also spoke out against government corruption and advocated for restrained spending. The address was broadcast by radio.

President Coolidge vetoed a bill that aimed to increase pensions for Civil War and Spanish-American War veterans. The Senate sustained the veto.

President Coolidge vetoed the 'Bonus Bill' which aimed to provide twenty-year annuities for World War veterans, citing financial concerns. However, the House overrode his veto on May 17, 1924.

Following President Coolidge's veto of the 'Bonus Bill', the Senate also overrode the veto on May 19, 1924.

On May 26, 1924, Coolidge signed the Immigration Act of 1924 into law. This legislation had a profound impact on immigration policy in the United States during that time.

On June 2, 1924, Coolidge signed the Indian Citizenship Act into law. This act granted citizenship to all Native Americans born in the United States. It was a significant milestone in Native American rights.

On June 7, 1924, Coolidge signed the Anti-Heroin Act of 1924 into law. This legislation aimed to regulate and control the distribution and use of heroin, addressing a pressing issue of the time.

From June 10 to 12, 1924, Coolidge was chosen as the presidential nominee for the Republican Party for the 1924 election. This event was pivotal in shaping the political landscape of that time.

On July 7, 1924, Calvin Coolidge, Jr., the second son of President Coolidge, passed away at Walter Reed Hospital due to blood poisoning.

The first audiovisual recording of a US President was captured, depicting Coolidge reading an excerpt from his nomination acceptance address.

The Republican Party nominated Calvin Coolidge as their presidential candidate for the 1924 Election. His formal acceptance address was delivered on August 14, 1924.

On November 4, 1924, Calvin Coolidge was elected as the President of the United States for his own right. This election marked an important political event in the history of the United States.

Calvin Coolidge delivers his second annual State of the Union message, outlining the state of the nation and his administration's priorities.

Despite the sorrowful Christmas of 1924 due to the loss of their younger son Calvin Jr., the Coolidges maintained the ceremonial lighting of the National Community Christmas tree followed by a performance by the president's First Congregational Church choir singing carols at the White House. Additionally, the first lady continued her support of the Salvation Army and the Union Mission by distributing food baskets and toys to families in need.

Calvin Coolidge signs the Air Mail Act, the first major legislation impacting the emerging aviation industry, authorizing the transportation of air mail and setting air mail rates.

Calvin Coolidge is inaugurated as the President. His focus on foreign policy and his relationship with the press are notable aspects of his presidency.

The Senate rejects the nomination of Charles Warren as Attorney General, marking the first time in nearly 60 years that the Senate rejected a presidential cabinet nomination.

Calvin Coolidge makes a film recording of a speech, which is then presented to the Friars Club and the general public on 04/21/1925, marking an audio-visual first.

Calvin Coolidge issues an executive order to waive or reduce application and visa fees for non-immigrants.

On December 8, 1925, President Calvin Coolidge addressed Congress on the present state of affairs and the administration's goals for the coming year.

Colonel John Coolidge, the father of President Calvin Coolidge, passes away on this date.

The Revenue Act of 1926, signed on May 8, 1926, reduced federal income taxes and had a significant impact on the country's economy.

On May 20, 1926, an Executive Order was issued authorizing the employment of State and Local Officers as Prohibition Agents, reflecting the government's efforts to enforce Prohibition laws.

The Air Commerce Act, signed on May 25, 1926, assigned the Department of Commerce the responsibility for regulating commercial aviation, marking a significant development in the aviation industry.

The Public Buildings Act, also known as the Eliot-Fernald Act, was signed on July 2, 1926. It funded the construction of federal buildings, including the iconic Federal Triangle in Washington DC, contributing to the development of the nation's infrastructure.

President Calvin Coolidge delivered an address at the dedication of the Liberty Memorial in Kansas City, MO, which is a significant World War I memorial site.

President Calvin Coolidge delivered his fourth annual State of the Union message.

President Calvin Coolidge rejected the notion that the US is 'taking sides' in the Nicaraguan revolution during a news conference.

President Coolidge sends a message to Congress expressing his belief that American intervention in Nicaragua is justified. He argues that controlling the revolution in Nicaragua is necessary to protect American business interests and to prevent the Mexican government from forming a regime hostile to the United States government.

President Coolidge vetoes the Shoshone Indian Bill, objecting to the government being required to assume an obligation for interest payments dating from ancient claims. The veto goes unchallenged, impacting the relationship between the government and Native American tribes.

President urges treaty partners to expand the classes of vessels covered by the Washington Naval treaty.

Coolidge delivers a special address to a Joint Session of Congress in anticipation of the celebration of the two hundredth anniversary of the birth of George Washington, marking a significant event in American history.

Using authority granted in the Organic Law of the Philippine Islands, President Coolidge vetoed an act of the Legislature of the Philippines, expressing his belief that many Filipinos desired independence but still required the protection of the American government.

President Coolidge meets with aviator Charles Lindbergh and presents him with the Distinguished Flying Cross.

President Coolidge decides not to seek re-election for the 1928 presidential election, citing concerns about appearing to serve a third term as President.

Calvin Coolidge unexpectedly announced to correspondents that he will not seek re-election for the presidential term in 1928, without consulting his friends.

Calvin Coolidge made comments at the laying of the cornerstone at Mount Rushmore, emphasizing the admiration for the historic figures to be depicted and the determination to perpetuate the institutions established by their lives.

Coolidge addressed the Annual Meeting of the American Red Cross, discussing the Mississippi flooding and the government response, which was a rare occurrence for him.

On December 6, 1927, President Calvin Coolidge addressed Congress on the present state of affairs and the administration's goals for the coming year.

Coolidge delivered the opening address at the Pan-American Conference in Havana, Cuba, where participants expressed rejection of the Roosevelt Corollary to the Monroe Doctrine.

Calvin Coolidge delivers the opening address at the dedication of the National Press Club Building in Washington D.C.

Calvin Coolidge nominates Genevieve R. Cline to serve on the federal judiciary, making her the first woman to serve on the United States Customs Court. She is confirmed by the Senate on 05/25/1928 and sworn in on 06/06/1928.

Calvin Coolidge signs the Flood Control Act (45 Stat 534), which authorizes the Army Corps of Engineers to design projects to control Mississippi River flooding.

The Coolidges move to The Beeches on Hampton Terrace, Northampton, MA.

President signed the Merchant Marine Act into law on this date.

President vetoed a bill providing allowances for 'postmasters of the fourth class' citing unjustified expenses, but the veto was overridden by Congress.

President vetoed a bill providing a pay differential for night work in the Post Office, arguing the expenses were unjustified, but the veto was overridden by Congress.

The Kellogg-Briand Pact, also known as the Pact of Paris, was signed by representatives of 15 nations in Paris on August 27, 1928. It aimed to renounce war as an instrument of international policy, with the support of Frank B. Kellogg, the U.S. Secretary of State.

On December 4, 1928, President Calvin Coolidge addressed Congress on the present state of affairs and the administration's goals for the coming year.

The Kellogg-Briand Pact, also known as the Pact of Paris, was signed by 62 nations as a significant step in international relations, renouncing war as a means of international policy. It was ratified by the US Senate and signed by President Coolidge on January 17, 1929.

Calvin Coolidge delivered his final public address at the commencement ceremonies at George Washington University.

Calvin Coolidge signed the Amended Prohibition Enforcement Act, which increased penalties for offenders of Federal prohibition laws and took effect immediately.

Elected as the mayor of Northampton and began a continuous course of public service until March 4, 1929.

Ex-President Coolidge dedicates Coolidge Dam, the largest dome dam in the world at that time, with a capacity of 1,200,000 acre feet near Globe, Arizona.

Calvin Coolidge dies at the age of 60 in his Northampton home from a coronary thrombosis.

The Northampton City Council appropriates funds to purchase exhibit and book cases, establishing at Forbes Library the first memorial to Calvin Coolidge.

The book 'A Puritan in Babylon: The Story of Calvin Coolidge' by William Allen White was first published in 1938 and reprinted in 1986. It narrates the story of Calvin Coolidge's life and his unique persona.

The Calvin Coolidge Memorial Bridge, connecting Northampton, MA and Hadley, MA, is dedicated. The principal address is given by US Senator David I. Walsh, and Governor Leverett Saltonstall is the ranking Commonwealth official.

Mr. and Mrs. John Coolidge donate the Coolidge Homestead in Plymouth, Vermont, to the State of Vermont as a state shrine. It opens to the public in July 1957.

Grace Coolidge, the wife of President Calvin Coolidge, passed away at the age of 78 in Northampton, MA. She was born in Burlington, VT on January 3, 1879.

The foundation dedicated to preserving the legacy of President Calvin Coolidge was established in 1960.

The Index to the Calvin Coolidge Papers is a resource located in Washington, D.C. that provides a comprehensive guide to the papers of Calvin Coolidge, the 30th President of the United States.

The Coolidge birthplace, general store, and post office in Plymouth, Vermont, were acquired by the State of Vermont for restoration in August 1968.

The groundbreaking for the Coolidge Memorial Reception Center and Museum took place in Plymouth, Vermont.

The centennial of Calvin Coolidge’s birth was celebrated in Plymouth, Vermont.

A two-day conference titled 'Calvin Coolidge: Examining the Evidence' was held at the John Fitzgerald Kennedy Presidential Library in Boston, Massachusetts.

The 75th Homestead Inaugural reenactment and celebration took place at Plymouth Notch, Vermont.

The book 'Coolidge' by Amity Shlaes was published in 2013. It offers insights into the life and presidency of Calvin Coolidge.

John Coolidge, the son of former US President Calvin Coolidge and Grace Coolidge, passes away at the age of 93.