Robert Pohl worked for many years as a computer programmer but recovered from that and became a full time stay-at-home dad. With his son now in school, he has expanded his horizons and become a self-taught historian. He has written books about his house as well as Emancipation in the District of Columbia. You can reach Robert at Robert[at]thehillishome.com
Two weeks ago, we looked at James Crutchett and his gas works, built near the Capitol to light the building as well as the whole Capitol grounds. The outside light was to come from a single lantern placed high above the dome of the Capitol. We ended with the news that a blue-ribbon panel had […]
Arrests and other crime information in the area, directly from MPD. If you have a tip, you can always call 202-727-9099. You can also send info anonymously to the TEXT TIP LINE by texting 50411. Crime Solvers of Washington, DC currently offers a reward of up to $1,000 to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and indictment […]
Arrests and other crime information in the area, directly from MPD. If you have a tip, you can always call 202-727-9099. You can also send info anonymously to the TEXT TIP LINE by texting 50411. Crime Solvers of Washington, DC currently offers a reward of up to $1,000 to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and indictment […]
For the first 40 plus years of its existence, the Capitol was lit by candles and whale-oil lamps, including an absolute monster of a chandelier that had briefly hung in the House chamber. Its almost immediate destruction gave Congress the idea that a new way of lighting their workspace was needed. Fortunately, there was, as […]