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Sunday. 7 yr. old news-boy, without a badge, who tried to "short-change" me when he sold me a paper. "He can rustle de poipers"another boy said. William Parralla, 313 Second St., S.W.

An Amusing Moment Captured: The 7-Year-Old Newsboy Trying to Sell Newspapers in April 1912

An incredible photograph captures a 7-year-old newsboy trying to sell newspapers in April 1912, the same month as the Titanic's sinking. The caption listed at the Library of Congress is also amusing.

Washington, D.C. Ex-Confederate iron-clad ram Stonewall at anchor; U.S. Capitol in the background

The Amazing Image of the Confederate Ironclad Stonewall Anchoring in Washington in 1865

This amazing image shows the Confederate Ironclad Stonewall anchored in Washington in 1865, with the Capitol Dome visible between the masts. Learn more about the ship and its history with this blog post!

Solving the Mystery of 1921 Photos of Homes in Lyon Park, Arlington

Can you help solve the mystery of these 1921 photos of homes in Arlington's Lyon Park? Take a look and see if you can identify any of the locations or if the homes still exist.

View of Alexandria, Va., showing new engine house in which sixty engines can be stored in working order

Discovering a Detailed Landscape of Alexandria in 1864

We dug up a great old photo of Alexandria from 1864 and found another gem at the Library of Congress. What do you recognize in this photo?

Exploring the History of the Old French Embassy in Washington

Americans have a complex relationship with France, and the French embassy in Washington, DC has a fascinating history of its own. Learn more about the embassy, and see photos of the building from the 1910s.

Help Us Identify This Home from the Library of Congress - It Appears to be from 1920

Can you help us identify this home from the Library of Congress? It appears to be from 1920 and we'd love to know if it still exists today. Check out the photo and interior shot and let us know what you think!

First of fair sex to obtain motorcycle license in Capital. Washington, D.C., Sept. 15. Although she weights only 88 pounds--one-third of the machine she rides, Mrs. Sally Halterman is the first woman to be granted a license to operate a motorcycle in the District of Columbia. She is 27 years old and 4 feet, 11 inches tall. Immediately after receiving her permit, Mrs. Halterman was initiated into the D.C. Motorcycle Club - the only girl ever to be accorded this honor

Sally Halterman: The First Woman to Receive a Motorcycle License in D.C.

Sally Halterman was just 27 years old, 88 pounds and just under five feet tall. That didn't stop her from becoming the first woman to receive a license to operate a motorcycle in D.C. This photo was taken on September 15th, 1937, with Halterman sitting on her bike in front of the Lincoln Memorial.

General view of the city of Alexandria, Va., April 15, 1864

Can You Recognize Anything in This Amazing Civil War Photograph?

Take a closer look at this amazing Civil War photograph from April 15, 1864, exactly one year before Lincoln was assassinated. Can you recognize anything? Take a look!

The Potomac Boat Club in 1921: A Fascinating Look at the Past

Take a step back in time and explore the past with this fascinating photo of the Potomac Boat Club in 1921, standing in front of, what will soon become, the Key Bridge. See why this old photo is worth looking at!

Photo shows Sewall-Belmont House, 144 Constitution Avenue, N.E., Washington, D.C.

A Look at the Historic Sewall-Belmont House in Washington, D.C.

Take a step back in time and visit the historic Sewall-Belmont House in Washington, D.C. Learn more about its rich history and how it's still standing today. Come explore the grounds and make sure to take a look at the late 1920s photo of the House.

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