Tag Archives: Raccoons

Raccoons are nocturnal scavengers frequent in many parts of the United States. Our tag is for all raccoon subjects, including White House pet raccoons.

November 30, 2021

Nov 2021

The Story of Billy Possum, President Hoover’s Pet Opossum

Nicholas A. Ferrell

“It has been named ‘Billy Possum,’ and for the present is to be retained in Rebecca’s cage.”

November 24, 2021

Nov 2021

When President Coolidge Spared a Raccoon From Thanksgiving Dinner

Nicholas A. Ferrell

“[S]aved from death by President Coolidge’s distaste for that particular delicacy.”