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Posted In 1920s

Washington, D.C., circa 1925. "Panama Legation, New Hampshire Avenue and Q Street N.W." 18th Street is on the left and New Hampshire Avenue on the right. This is one of the earliest examples of a stop sign ("Boulevard Stop") in the archive. National Photo Company Collection glass negative.
A Look Back at Washington D.C.'s Changed Landscape: The Panama Legation Building
Take a look back at Washington D.C.'s changed landscape with this blog post about the Panama Legation building. See how this intersection has changed over time and view the original image from 1925.
January 5, 1926. Washington, D.C. "Traffic Director Eldridge inspecting new lights." National Photo Company Collection glass negative.
Red, Yellow, Green: Some D.C. Traffic Light History
What's the history of traffic lights in Washington? A little research uncovered a proposed change in the D.C. traffic light system back in the 1920s.
Washington Post headline - March 6th 1927
The Gruesome Accident of Barbara Clements on Florida Ave NW in 1927
On March 6th, 1927, a horrific accident occurred in Washington DC, resulting in the death of school teacher Barbara Clements. Read more about her story and the brutal details of the accident.
The Northumberland (Wikipedia)
Rediscovering the Northumberland: A Glimpse into Its Storied Past and Prominent Residents
Explore the rich history of the Northumberland at 2039 New Hampshire Ave. NW, a striking example of early 20th-century architecture by Harry Wardman and Albert H. Beers. Discover its transformation from luxury apartments to Washington D.C.'s oldest self-managed cooperative, its notable residents including Congress members, and intriguing stories like Charles F. Benjamin's life.
March 22, 1924. Washington, D.C. "Theodore Roosevelt III, boxing." National Photo Company Collection glass negative.
A Fascinating Photo of Teddy Roosevelt III, Grandson of President Teddy Roosevelt
Take a look at this fascinating photo of Teddy Roosevelt III, the grandson of President Teddy Roosevelt. He's the scrawny kid on the right in this 1924 National Photo Company Collection glass negative.
Ghost Dog at the old Capitol columns in the National Arboretum (looking for stories)
Exploring Three Stories From the National Arboretum in Northeast D.C.
Get lost in the natural setting of the National Arboretum in Northeast D.C.! From its establishment in 1927 to a fire in 1957, explore three stories inspired by Ghost Dog's recent visit. Discover the history of this underappreciated gem just two miles from the Capitol Building.
1804 Kearney St. NE in 1921
A Journey Through Time: 1804 Kearney St. NE, Washington, DC
See how 1804 Kearney St. NE in Washington, DC has changed over time with this amazing journey through time! Check out the Google Street View to explore the area today.
gardeners sweeping the White House lawn
Uncovering the Mystery Behind the Men Sweeping the South Lawn of the White House in the 1920s
Uncovering the mystery behind the men sweeping the South Lawn of the White House in the 1920s. Find out the real reason why they were sweeping and what tools they were using in this blog post from Ghosts of DC.
Washington, D.C., circa 1922. "Lotos Lantern." Miss Steger's tea house at 731 13th Street. National Photo Company Collection glass negative.
A Look Back at the Historic Lotos Lantern Tea House at 17th and G St. NW in Washington D.C.
Take a look back in time at the historic Lotos Lantern Tea House in Washington D.C. at 17th and G St. NW. See a photo of the building and learn more about its history and significance.
Washington, D.C. "Texas Company. Payne & Twomey, 1925." View full size. National Photo Company Collection glass negative.
Celebrating Our One-Year Anniversary with a Look at a Texaco in Washington, D.C.
Celebrate our one-year anniversary with us by taking a look at this Texaco in Washington, D.C. We've dug up a cool photo from Shorpy and the Hydraulic-Press Brick Company in the back was located somewhere on Alexandria Pike.

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