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
When we ended our look at the old Tunnicliff’s place a few weeks ago, Bertram “I ride with sauerkraut” Leins had just had the place sold out from under him. It would take some ten years for the beer garden to be reopened, but on April 8, 1884, the Washington Post reported that a John […]
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On this Indigenous People’ Day, I want to have a brief overview of some of the articles I have written over the years about Native Americans and their history here on the Hill. I wish there were more, but sadly, the history of those who were here before the land was divided up among British […]
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 […]