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A Munchkin in Washington: The Story of Julius Daranyi, Midget Traffic Cop
Follow the story of Julius Daranyi, a midget traffic cop in Washington DC in 1924. Relive this unique moment in history, complete with original Washington Post article, photographs, and related articles.
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A Look Back at Columbia Heights in 1951: A Photo of 11th and Kenyon St. NW
Amazing View From Capitol Dome in 1863
Exploring an 1857 View of Washington, D.C. with the Smithsonian in the Distance
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Which President Got a Speeding Ticket on a Horse?
Why Is There No J Street in Washington, DC?
History of Washington's Suburbs
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Senior Prom at the White House
Why Is It Named Ballston?
A Rare Look at the Dupont Circle Metro Station - Vintage Photos of Washington, D.C.
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