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Published
August 12, 2013
Exploring the Beauty of Old Baist Maps
Discover the beautiful old Baist maps of Capitol Hill. Learn more about the history of the region and take a look at the 1909 Baist map of Capitol Hill, sourced from the Library of Congress.
How Odd Are These Old Personal Ads From the 1880s
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1909 Baist map of Capitol Hill
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Library of Congress
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