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Total Solar Eclipse
A total solar eclipse was visible from the western United States. The path of totality passed through the areas such as California, Nevada, Utah, and Colorado. Geneva was in the path of a total solar eclipse for the first time since the 18th century which was a huge moment for people during this time. -
New Yorker Magazine Published for first time
The New Yorker magazine was first published in 1925 and founded by Harold Ross and his wife Jane Grant. The magazine was known for its sophisticated humor, literary content, and distinctive cover art. -
Coolidge Inauguration
Calvin Coolidge is inaugurated for his first full term as President of the United States. This event was broadcasted live on 21 radio stations from Washington D.C. The broadcast allowed the American people to participate in the ceremony. Coolidge became the first President to be sworn in by a predecessor when Chief Justice William Howard Taft administered the oath to him that day. -
Butler Act Passed
The Butler Act was an important event during the rise of secularism in the United States. This was because scientific thought began to conflict with Christian teachings. After several hours of heated debate, the Tennessee Senate approves the Butler bill 24 to 6. This act made it illegal in the state of Tennessee to teach any theory that denies the Bible's teaching of the Divine Creation of man. -
"The Great Gatsby" Published
The novel "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald that is now considered one of the greatest works of American literature and a classic of 20th century literature was published in 1925. It explores themes of wealth, ambition, love, and the American Dream. The book is set during the Jazz Age New York. It tells the story of Jay Gatsby, a self-made millionaire, and his pursuit of Daisy Buchanan, a wealthy young woman who he loves. -
John T. Scopes Arrested
John T Scopes was a high school biology teacher and was arrested for violating the Butler act by teaching Charles Darwins theory of evolution to his students.The trial was the leading story in broadcast and print media across the nation. The famous Scopes Monkey Trial begins in Dayton, Tennessee on May 18th. Ultimately, Scopes was found guilty on July 21st, 1925. -
Founding of Chrysler Corporation
The Chrysler corporation was founded in Detroit Michigan by Walter Chrysler. Walter was an accomplished executive in the automotive industry. He had a vision to create a new and innovative automobile company. -
"Mein Kampf" Published
Adolf Hitler published the first volume of his autobiography and political manifesto "Mein Kampf". This book articulated his anti-semitic views and his desire for the expansion of German territory. He expressed his opposition to democracy, Communism, and liberalism, advocating for a totalitarian state led by and authoritarian leader. -
Ku Klux Klan first march in Washington, D.C.
The first march of the Ku Klux Klan (KKK) in Washington, D.C. occurred on August 8, 1925. This event was a significant demonstration of the KKK's presence and influence in the United States during the early 20th century. The march was intended to showcase the strength and its white supremacist and nativist ideologies. Thousands of Klansmen, dressed in their distinctive white robes and hoods accompanied by banners and flags bearing Klan symbols.