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Posted In July 2012

A street vendor and his radio-equipped cart circa 1928 in Washington, D.C. 4x5 glass negative from the National Photo Company Collection. (Shorpy)
Hit Up the Food Trucks at Farragut Square - A Street Vendor and His Radio-Equipped Cart in 1928
Heading to Farragut Square for lunch? Take a look back in time to 1928 when a street vendor rolls around with a radio-equipped cart. Check out the related articles for more DC history!
Two elderly convention attendees in 1916 (Library of Congress)
1916 Convention of Former Slaves in Washington
In 1916, a convention of former slaves were invited to Washington, DC. President Woodrow Wilson was invited to speak, but did not attend.
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Remembering Brickskeller: The Slow Demise of an Iconic DC Institution
Brickskeller was an iconic DC institution that many locals remember fondly. Learn about its slow demise and the beer renaissance that arrived in DC, as well as a look back at the 1957 advertisement for its opening.
Bloomingdale real estate advertisement - August 19th, 1911 (Washington Times)
Uncovering History: A Look at a Cool Advertisement From 1911 Washington Times
Explore the past with this interesting advertisement from the Washington Times in August 1911. Take a look at this unique piece of history and see how things have changed.
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Mark Twain in DC: Humor at Congressional Copyright Hearings
Discover the story of Mark Twain's visit to DC in December of 1906 as he testified before Congress on copyright hearings. His testimony was sprinkled with humor to lighten the mood of the committee. Read the article to find out more!
Leaflet calling for funds to help complete the Washington Monument by John Carroll Brent in 1854 (Library of Congress)
John Carroll Brent's Appeal for Funds to Complete the Washington Monument in 1854
In 1854, John Carroll Brent called upon Americans to donate funds to complete the Washington Monument with the upcoming Fourth of July celebrations. Learn more about this failed attempt and the history of the monument.
Laurel, Maryland. July 31, 1922. "Two B&O freights wrecked in head-on crash at Laurel switch." National Photo Company glass negative (Shorpy)
Investigating a Massive Train Wreck in 1922 Laurel, Maryland
Take a look at the aftermath of a massive train collision in 1922 Laurel, Maryland - two freight trains barreling down the same track towards each other in a massive explosion of steel and coal. Read the Washington Post report and see more photos of the crash site.
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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