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Can You Identify This Street from 1900?

1900s

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Here’s an old photo from the early 20th century. Can you identify the block? Add your thoughts in the comments below.

Washington street

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Source: Library of Congress

READ: Can You Spot Officer Sprinkle? Metropolitan Police Department in 1904

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