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What Was Life Like in 1948? Examining a Washington Post Advertisement from Leap Day

Take a look back at life in 1948 through a Washington Post advertisement printed on Leap Day, February 29th. Explore the culture, trends and more from the past.
31 March 1963 President John F. Kennedy and family watch Caroline Kennedy riding a horse named "Tex" at Camp David. "Tex" is wearing a blue and gold Moroccan saddle, a gift to President Kennedy from King Hassan II. Photograph includes: (L-R) Caroline Kennedy, John F. Kennedy, Jr., First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy, and President Kennedy. Camp David, Maryland. Please credit "Robert Knudsen, White House/John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston"
Senator Boies Penrose wrecks his Winton Six

Sigh. How does looking at this advertisement make you feel? This was printed on Leap Day, February 29th, 1948.

3033 Ordway St. NW
3033 Ordway St. NW

Source: Washington Post

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