The last issue of the Washington Evening Star graced the doorsteps of Washingtonians on August 7, 1981. The newspaper, which operated from 1852 to 1981, captured the highs and lows of Washington D.C. https://t.co/GK9sQXMErQ The last issue of the Washington Evening Star grace…
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Dr. Anna J Cooper was a legendary educator in Washington D.C. She encouraged Black students to pursue education, paying particular attention to young Black women, who she encouraged to pursue whatever they set their minds to. https://t.co/4vNiS5nXVD Dr. Anna J Cooper was a l…
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Julia Child, a woman who many look up to for her cooking expertise, actually got her start in Washington D.C. where she was part of intelligence during World War II. https://t.co/34wu2MPkK8 Julia Child, a woman who many look up to for her cooking expertise, actually got her …
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On July 23, 1942, a friendly music battle between jazz musicians Louis Armstrong and Charlie Barnet at Griffith Stadium ended after crowds continuously surged onto the baseball diamond, resulting in minor injuries. https://t.co/34wu2MPkK8 On July 23, 1942, a friendly music b…
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A magnificent statue to Ulysses S. Grant stands in front of Union Square, memorializing not just the general but also the sculpture artist who gave his life to making sure the monument was perfect: Henry Shrady. https://t.co/aw6bJLbGf5 A magnificent statue to Ulysses S. Gran…
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Today in History - July 23 https://t.co/D5NBbWirXc On July 23, 1904, according to some accounts, Charles E. Menches conceived the idea of filling a pastry cone with two scoops of ice cream and thereby invented the ice cream cone. Continue reading. Roman Catholic Cardinal J…
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Pierre L'Enfant, known for designing the city we know as Washington D.C., was actually a nightmare to work with. His unwillingness to compromise led him to eventually getting fired. https://t.co/j7AjG4S8YE Pierre L'Enfant, known for designing the city we know as Washington D…
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