The Catcher in the Rye By DevinG Jul 18, 1946 Allie Caulfield Dies On July 18, 1946, Allie Caulfield dies of Leukemia. This is considered to be one of the major events that caused Holden's depression Nov 20, 1947 Holden Kicked Out of Pencey Prep This is where the reader is in the beginning of the book; Holden is kicked out of yet another school. Nov 21, 1947 Holden Explored New York Nov 24, 1947 Hotel Prostitute(and Maurice) Nov 26, 1947 Movie Date With Sally Nov 28, 1947 Mr. Antolini's House Dec 1, 1947 Day With Phoebe(Museum and carousel)