What a terrific photograph of the Old Ebbitt House back in 1880. By 1878 the District had 178 phone lines!
Source: Library of Congress
The Old Ebbitt House in 1880: When the District Had 178 Phone Lines
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Great time to be alive!
I have an old enlarged photo of the Ebbitt House from around 1860 prior to the roof renovation. It is a large print in wooden frame (60″X40″). Is there another history buff that would be interested in the piece? I have acquired it from my brother’s estate but sadly have no place to display the print. The frame and backing are from the turn of the 20th century. eaa1812@gmail.com