1935 Map of Juvenile Delinquents in Washington
This is a map from 1935, plotting all the residences housing a juvenile delinquent, according to the Juvenile Court of the District of Columbia.
Crime
OMFG! A Murder by Umbrella in 19th-Century Washington, DC
OMFG! Read this crazy tale of a murder in 19th-century Washington, DC, where a man was killed with an umbrella. See an 1887 newspaper article and a map of the area today.
A Macabre Photo Share: The Execution of Henry Wirz for War Crimes in the Civil War
A macabre photo share from 1865 of Henry Wirz being executed for war crimes in the Civil War. Wirz was captain of the prisoner of war Camp Sumter near Andersonville, Georgia and one of only two men tried, convicted, and executed for war crimes in the Civil War.
A Terrifying Elevator Plunge, Union Steel & a Shotgun: The History of DC’s Longworth House Office Building
Reba Doughton was in a Longworth elevator on February 23, 1934 when it dropped five stories. The operator killed the power in time.
The Wild and Crazy Story of Jeffries D. Henry, Ex-White House Policeman and Slayer of His Wife
A crazy story from 1943: Jeffries D. Henry was an ex-White House policeman, bigamist, and alleged slayer of his wife. He was sentenced to 15 years to life imprisonment. Read about the wild events that led up to his conviction.
A Wild Monkey Tale from 1909 – Adventure and Chaos on the Streets of DC
We dug up a bizarre article from July 31st, 1909 in the Washington Post. Imagine having a quiet lunch with your co-workers at the 12th and G Pret A Manger, when a monkey busts through the door and starts stealing food from tables. Follow us on this wild monkey tale from 1909 and the adventure and chaos on the streets of DC!
How Much Bourbon Do You Need to Sleep Through Your Wife’s Tragic Death in Your Apartment?
The tragic story of a man who slept through the death of his wife in their small apartment due to an unexpected fire. Read to find out how too much bourbon may have played a role.
A Gambling Bust in 1925 Washington DC: From Dice to Drafts to the American Gaming Association
On January 31st, 1925, police raided a restaurant on E Street in Washington DC and arrested 57 people for illegal dice games. 40 years later, the same block housed the American Gaming Association. Read the story of Louis Chipouras, arrested both times!
Exploring the Changing Meaning of “Bringing Home the Bacon” in Washington
Explore the changing meaning of “Bringing Home the Bacon” in Washington, DC. Learn how pork got a bad rap in terms of money and a good one in terms of culinary cachet. Read about Mendel Rivers, John Stennis, and The Pig restaurant in this article.