We’ve posted a few of the Potomac bathing beach shots over a while back, and it’s high time we post a few more (given how damn hot it is these days). Any week that includes 1920s beach babes is a good week. Related articles Potomac Bathing Beach Beauties (ghostsofdc.org) Cooling Off in Rock Creek (ghostsofdc.org) The Annual Washington Bathing Beach ... Read More »
It has been ridiculously hot out … and we’re having crazy thunderstorms at night to boot. Well, if you think this is bad, try living in the area in 1980. On July 16th, 1980, the city hit a record heat index, which has yet to be eclipsed, of 122! That is hot. That is like … Africa hot! Tarzan couldn’t ... Read More »
Why did we knock down half of the amazing buildings in Washington? It’s tragic and depressing when you read through John’s book “Lost Washington” or James’ book “Capitol Losses.” Sadly, the home below was torn down and replaced by something substantially less appealing in the 70s. One of our early GoDC readers, Betsy, sent in a request the other day to do ... Read More »
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