[Orual]

Does anyone know the significance of the black armband?

I don't know, but maybe we should ask Cal.

[Arthur McGowan]

Wow! Calvin Coolidge was gay!?!?!? This is news!!!!

[dighton]

... a church spokesman said "these photographs could be a source of scandal for some ...."

For more than some, I suspect.

[Florida SunGod]

In this photo I would be willing to bet any amount of money Calvin Coolidge was wearing the black armband as a sign of mourning for the death of President Harding, whom he succeeded in office. Wearing a black armband has been a traditional sign of mourning for centuries, and was especially popular in the United States from the early 19th century until the early to mid 20th century.

[El Sordo]

He appears to be silent on the issue.

[aculeus]

Bouterie said that his resignation was not "reflective of the current problems" in the Church, but more indicative of his "personal growth as a priest."

Priceless.