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The Evening Star

A Look Back at a Full Page Budweiser Ad from January 15th, 1906

April 27, 2026July 29, 2013 by ghostsofdc
budweiser advertisement - January 15th, 1906

Take a look back at a full page Budweiser ad that ran in The Evening Star on January 15th, 1906. Learn more about the fascinating history of this iconic American brand.

Categories Old Ads & Classifieds Tags 1900s, The Evening Star

Exploring the Proposed Highway Changes to Washington, DC in 1897

December 20, 2021July 17, 2013 by ghostsofdc
highway extension of 1897

Take a look back in time to 1897 and explore the proposed highway changes to Washington, DC. Read the full article from The Evening Star to learn more about the fascinating history of the city.

Categories GoDCers Love Maps Tags 1890s, The Evening Star, Transit

Exploring the Divisions of White Schools in Washington, DC in 1907

April 27, 2026July 8, 2013 by ghostsofdc
map of white school divisions - 1907

Take a look back in time to explore the divisions of white schools in Washington, DC in 1907. This fascinating map was published by the Evening Star on June 13th, 1907

Categories GoDCers Love Maps Tags 1900s, The Evening Star

In The Paper Series: Exploring The Evening Star Newspaper From June 22nd, 1901

April 27, 2026November 12, 2012 by ghostsofdc
The Evening Star - June 22nd, 1901

Read through an old newspaper with us! Our new “In The Paper” series lets you explore the Evening Star newspaper from June 22nd, 1901. Let us know if you find anything interesting!

Categories Old Ads & Classifieds Tags 1900s, Adams Morgan, The Evening Star

Exploring the “Then and Now” of the Washington Star (or Evening Star) Building

May 6, 2026February 11, 2012 by ghostsofdc
Washington Star Building (1900)

Take a journey through time and explore the “Then and Now” of the Washington Star (or Evening Star) Building. Learn about the history of the building, the newspaper, and the renovation that saved it.

Categories Then and Now Tags 1900s, Pennsylvania Avenue, The Evening Star 1 Comment
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