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Old Ads & Classifieds

These are old ads and classifieds from Washington, D.C. newspapers.

Discovering Historic Apartment Listings From 1932 – How Many Buildings Do You Recognize?

December 21, 2021June 17, 2014 by ghostsofdc

Take a journey back in time with these 1932 apartment listings. See any buildings that you recognize, or maybe lived in? Add your commentary below and share your discoveries!

Categories Old Ads & Classifieds Tags 1930s 2 Comments

Check Out These Old Apartment Ads from 1932 – The Washington Post

January 20, 2022June 16, 2014 by ghostsofdc
The Parkside - 1702 Summit Pl. NW

Take a look back in time with these amazing apartment advertisements from July 3rd, 1932. These were printed in The Washington Post and feature buildings that still stand today. We’ve got more amazing listings to share later this week – stay tuned!

Categories Old Ads & Classifieds Tags 1930s 3 Comments

Exploring Real Estate Listings from The Washington Post, July 21st, 1916

February 16, 2022May 2, 2014 by ghostsofdc
real estate listings - July 21st, 1916

We recently came across some old real estate listings from The Washington Post, printed on July 21st, 1916. Check out the incredible differences between then and now!

Categories Old Ads & Classifieds Tags 1920s, apartments 1 Comment

Take a Look at this Fascinating Advertisement from The Washington Post in 1891

December 19, 2021April 25, 2014 by ghostsofdc
Wesley Heights -1891

Discover a piece of history with this incredible old advertisement from The Washington Post in 1891. Take a look and explore a fascinating moment in time!

Categories Old Ads & Classifieds Tags 1890s, Wesley Heights

Uncovering the Institute for Physical Development: Two Vintage Ads from 1919

December 20, 2021March 13, 2014 by ghostsofdc
The Washington Herald - August 31st, 1919

Take a look back in time with us as we uncover two vintage advertisements from 1919 featuring the Institute for Physical Development. See what life was like in Washington, DC a century ago!

Categories Old Ads & Classifieds Tags 1910s

Our First Look at Hillbrook: An Ad from 1918

December 19, 2021March 7, 2014 by ghostsofdc
Hillbrook advertisement 1918

Take a look at this ad from 1918 and see the history of Hillbrook. If you’re from the area or know someone that lives there, make sure to pass this along and see if anyone recognizes the buildings in the ad.

Categories Old Ads & Classifieds Tags 1910s

From 1922: Check Out This Bizarre Advertisement for Mastin’s Vitamon Tablets

March 7, 2014 by ghostsofdc

See an unusual advertisement from January 8th, 1922 for Mastin’s Vitamon Tablets. Learn more about this weird ad from the Library of Congress.

Categories Old Ads & Classifieds

A Look Back: An Ad from The Washington Post December 31st, 1949

December 19, 2021March 6, 2014 by ghostsofdc
December 31st, 1949

Take a look back in time with this advertisement from The Washington Post, December 31st, 1949. Click on the image for a larger version.

Categories Old Ads & Classifieds Tags 1940s, Washington Post

A Look at the Beautiful Development Around Sheridan Circle in 1911

December 8, 2021March 5, 2014 by ghostsofdc

Take a look back at the beautiful development around Sheridan Circle in 1911 with this advertisement from The Washington Herald. Learn more about the history of this area in DC.

Categories Old Ads & Classifieds Tags 1910s, Massachusetts Ave. NW, Sheridan Circle

Dive into History: An Incredible Advertisement from Howard University in 1919

November 3, 2021March 4, 2014 by ghostsofdc
Howard University of 1919

Take a trip back in time and explore this incredible advertisement from Howard University in 1919! Learn more about this fascinating piece of history.

Categories Old Ads & Classifieds Tags 1910s, Howard University
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