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Posted In May 18, 2012

Bass Ale advertisement in the Washington Herald - December 24th, 1911
A Look Back at Bass Ale in Washington, DC in 1911
A look back to 1911 when Bass Ale was available in Washington, DC. Learn about the Christmas Eve 1911 ad and see what beer is available now!
Fairlawn real estate advertisement from the Washington Herald - July 22nd, 1911
Exploring the Racist Real Estate Ad from 1911 for Fairlawn in Anacostia
This blog post explores a real estate advertisement from 1911 for Fairlawn in Anacostia, DC. It provides a harsh window into a very different and blatantly racist time in Washington. Read to learn more about this area's history.
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Exploring Fort Lincoln Heights: An Authentic Look at an 1890s Real Estate Ad
An authentic look at a real estate advertisement from 1890s Washington, DC. Tour Fort Lincoln Heights, just two miles from the city boundary, where seven-room homes sold for $2,000 (around $51,000 today)!
Friends School Country Club House advertisement in the Washington Herald (1910)
A Look at Sidwell Friends School in 1910 and its Notable Alumni
Take a look back at Sidwell Friends School in 1910 and learn about its notable alumni, including Chelsea, Sasha, Malia Obama and Charles Lindbergh, Gore Vidal, Nancy Reagan and Bill Nye the Science Guy!

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