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Washington Herald

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 Featured, Old Ads & Classifieds Tags 1910s, Washington Herald

A Look Back in Time: Advertising Sibley Memorial Hospital in 1910

December 19, 2021March 5, 2014 by ghostsofdc

Take a look back in time at an advertisement for Sibley Memorial Hospital from September 1st, 1910, printed in The Washington Herald. Learn more about Sibley Memorial Hospital and its history.

Categories Faces & Places of Yesterday Tags 1910s, Washington Herald 2 Comments

This Was the Front Page of The Washington Herald 100 Years Ago Today

December 8, 2021January 1, 2014 by ghostsofdc
Washington Herald - January 1st, 1914

Take a look back in time with this amazing piece of history – the front page of The Washington Herald, exactly 100 years ago today

Categories This Day in History Tags 1910s, Washington Herald

Merry Christmas GoDCers: Revisiting the Christmas Day Front Pages of 1913 Washington

December 22, 2021December 25, 2013 by ghostsofdc

Today marks the 100th anniversary of the front pages of The Washington Times and The Washington Herald in 1913. GoDCers, have a Merry Christmas and take a look back at what the holiday looked like in DC a century ago!

Categories This Day in History Tags 1910s, Washington Herald

One Hundred Years Ago Today: What Was in the Washington Herald?

December 20, 2021September 14, 2013 by ghostsofdc
Maddie the Motor Maid

Take a look back 100 years to the Washington Herald and find out what was happening in the world at the time. See the original article and photos from the newspaper.

Categories This Day in History Tags 1910s, Washington Herald

The Washington Herald’s Advertisement for Christian Heurich Home Brew Beer on Saturday, February 7th, 1914

April 27, 2026March 1, 2013 by ghostsofdc
Christian Heurich home brew beer

This advertisement from the Washington Herald on February 7th, 1914 is for Christian Heurich Home Brew Beer. It was the perfect way to kick off the weekend!

Categories Old Ads & Classifieds Tags 1910s, Bars & Restaurants, Washington Herald 1 Comment

Exploring the History of Inaugural Balls, 100 Years Ago Today

April 27, 2026January 17, 2013 by ghostsofdc
The Washington Herald on January 17th, 1913

Learn about the history of Inaugural Balls, 100 years ago with a look at the front page of the Washington Herald on Friday, January 17th, 1913. Discover the austerity of Obama’s second term mirrored in the desires articulated by newly elected President Woodrow Wilson.

Categories Historical Events Tags 1910s, Politics, Washington Herald, Woodrow Wilson

Understanding the History Behind “From a Little Acorn – A Sturdy Oak Did Grow

December 29, 2021November 22, 2012 by ghostsofdc

Take a step back in time and explore the history behind the Washington Herald’s headline from November 29th, 1906: “From a Little Acorn – A Sturdy Oak Did Grow.” Learn more about the story behind this memorable front page.

Categories This Day in History Tags 1900s, Washington Herald

A Look Back at The Washington Herald from December 20th, 1920: The “Merchant of Venice” and a Mardi Gras-themed Inaugural Ball

April 27, 2026November 15, 2012 by ghostsofdc
The Washington Herald - December 20th, 1920

Take a look back to December 20th, 1920 with this page from The Washington Herald. Learn about the “Merchant of Venice” performed by Gonzaga students and the Mardi Gras-themed inaugural ball for Warren G. Harding.

Categories Historical Events Tags 1920s, Politics, Washington Herald
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