In 1910, a heat wave in New England was noted to reach 2,100 feet, maintaining a temperature of 90 degrees before dropping to 70 with a cool breeze. In 1920, multiple detained aliens escaped from Ellis Island, leading to suspicions of a conspiracy among hospital attendants and prompting an investigation by immigration officials. In 1925, attention was directed towards a new indictment tied to John Scopes in Dayton, Tenn., related to the teaching of evolution, stirring up public debate once more.
A significant heat wave impacted New England in 1910, reaching temperatures of 90 degrees up to 2,100 feet, where it suddenly dropped to 70 degrees, accompanied by a comfortable east wind.
In 1920, numerous detained aliens escaped from Ellis Island, prompting investigations into a potential conspiracy involving certain hospital attendants, leading to further inquiries by the Immigration Bureau and U.S. Attorney.
The 1925 report focused on a new indictment against John Scopes in Dayton, Tennessee, linked to his participation in the controversial teaching of evolution, reigniting debates in the public sphere.
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