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Posted In July 2, 2012

William Stickney residence in the 1870s. William leading against building (source: adolf-cluss.org)

Exploring the Stickney House: A Look Back at a Lost D.C. Gem

Take a look back at the Stickney House, a lost D.C. gem. Read about William Stickney, the prominent Washington figure who commissioned the home, the people who lived there and its tragic demise.

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In late 1959 through 1960, the Capitol Dome underwent a significant repair and restoration effort and at the end of 1959 the exterior of the Dome was surrounded by scaffold.

Remember the Red Capitol Dome? Here's Another Great View of It

Washington, D.C., circa 1934. "Washington Monument. Capstone without lightning rods." 8x10 nitrate negative by Theodor Horydczak.

Amazing Photo of Washington Monument Apex

1935 map of D.C. juvenile delinquents

1935 Map of Juvenile Delinquents in Washington

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Washington neighborhoods in the 1800s

Exploring Washington's Lost Neighborhoods of the Late 19th Century

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Robert Todd Lincoln Attends Dedication of Lincoln Memorial

Nov 1982 | Crews work to complete the building of the tunnel near Forest Glen Station.

Revisiting the Construction of the Washington DC Metro

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Key Bridge under construction

The Construction of Key Bridge Connecting Georgetown and Rosslyn

February 27, 1923. "Miss Alice Reighly, 1409 Harvard Street, president of Anti-Flirt Club, which has just been organized in Washington, D.C., and will launch an 'Anti-Flirt Week' beginning March 4. The club is composed of young women and girls who have been embarrassed by men in automobiles and on street corners." National Photo Company Collection glass negative. (Shorpy)

A Look at the Amazing Anti-Flirt Club and Their "Anti-Flirt Week" from 1923

Au Pied De Cochon in 1980 with two payphones

Au Pied de Cochon: D.C.'s Iconic Culinary Landmark

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