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The Corner Store: 1901

Washington, D.C., circa 1901. "View of 21st Street N.W., east side, looking north from E Street, with dairy cart at the curb in front of a corner shop." 5x7 inch glass negative.  View full size.

Washington, D.C., circa 1901. "View of 21st Street N.W., east side, looking north from E Street, with dairy cart at the curb in front of a corner shop." 5x7 inch glass negative. View full size.

 

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