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
In going through my collection of D.C.-related books the other day, I came across another guide book to the city. I have often written about different ones – from those that were cobbled together by writers who had never visited the city, or those who managed to turn a brief visit into a chapter in […]
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 […]
Friend of the blog John DeFerrari recently posted an interesting picture on Twitter. It showed a couple of classic D.C. rowhouses with a family, including an older gentleman in a top hat, out front. The question asked was where this might be. While some were stumped, Matt Hankins (he’s @restocarp on Twitter) placed it on […]
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 […]