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From an MPD press release:
Detectives from the Metropolitan Police Department’s Second and Third Police Districts are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect believed to be responsible for the fourth in a series of recent, daylight robberies of business establishments. The suspect, described as a black male of light complexion, 30-40 years of age, 5’6” to 6’0 tall, approximately 150-160 lbs., wearing a yellow, patterned, polo-style shirt, blue jean shorts; a dark colored baseball cap, and oversize framed, aviator-style sunglasses, is suspected in the following robberies:
On June 30, 2010, at 12:15 PM, the Doggy Style Boutique in the 1800 block of 18th Street, NW, the suspect acted as if he were armed, but left the location when he was confronted.
On June 30, 2010, at 1:00 PM, the Rita’s located in the 1700 block of Florida Avenue, NW, was
robbed when the suspect displayed some form of weapon (Possibly a knife or screwdriver) and stole money from the cash register and then fled. (VIDEO)On July 1, 2010, at 12:45 PM, the Pet Mac Store in the 4200 block of Fessenden Street, NW, where the suspect displayed a weapon and stole money from the cash register.
On July 6, 2010, at approximately 1:00 PM, a business specializing in environmentally friendly
products in the 1600 block of U Street, NW, was robbed when the suspect brandished a weapon, possibly a silver handgun, and obtained an undetermined amount of cash. In each of the earlier cases
the suspect wore a different color shirt, blue jeans, a fishing-style hat, and the aforementioned sun glasses.Anyone with information about this case is asked to call police at (202)727-9099 or 1-888-919-CRIM
[E] (1-888-919-2746). The Metropolitan Police Department is currently offering a reward of up to
$10,000 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible
for an armed robbery in the District of Columbia.
Danny Harris is a DC-based photographer, DJ, and collector of stories. In September, he launched People’s District, a blog that tells a people’s history of DC by sharing the stories and images of its residents. Every day, People’s District presents a different Washingtonian sharing his or her insights on everything from Go Go music to homelessness to fashion to politics. You can read his previous columns here.
“Homeboy, do you know what it means to be kicked out of your country and not be able to go back? That shit is serious, cuz, and sits with me every day.
“In Ethiopia, I was someone. I was a graduate in the school of agriculture. I went to go work as a coffee inspector and then got a job as a reporter for the Ethiopian Herald. I was one of the best writers in all of Ethiopia. I covered all of the important topics. I am telling you the truth, homie. But in Ethiopia, the government did not like that I was running my mouth and writing certain things, so I had to flee from my home and leave everything behind. That was 33 years ago.
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Do the birds just peck through the bag? But the won’t it just spill all over the floor? Or is it designed to torment the birds…
This rental is located at 210 Upshur Street NW:
The Craigslist ad says:
“FREE Utilities! Elegant custom finish, stylish ultra-modern look w/ wide open layouts. Everything is prestine, new and spaciously remodeled.
Elegant custom finish, stylish ultra-modern look w/ wide open layouts. Brilliant dark hardwood floors and high ceilings. Contemporary kitchen w/ stainless steel appliances & granite countertops. Amazing deck w/ downtown views. Parking available!”
Do you think $1850 sounds reasonable for this 2 bed/2bath?
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Danny Harris is a DC-based photographer, DJ, and collector of stories. In September, he launched People’s District, a blog that tells a people’s history of DC by sharing the stories and images of its residents. Every day, People’s District presents a different Washingtonian sharing his or her insights on everything from Go Go music to homelessness to fashion to politics. You can read his previous columns here.
Be sure to check out the newly relaunched and updated People’s District Web site.
“For me, the only way to eat corned beef is on rye bread with mustard. Maybe put coleslaw or Russian dressing, but that is already pushing it. Now, the shvartzes will walk in here and ask for corned beef with bacon, lettuce, tomato, swiss cheese, and mayonaise on white bread. It don’t make no sense to me, but I make it.
“I got my first job working in a Jewish deli 37 years ago. I was 16 when I moved to D.C. from Saint Mary’s County, Maryland. We were 21 kids and I am the oldest girl. My Mom was 15 when she had her first and 42 when she had her last. I moved out because my parents were alcoholics and I couldn’t live with my family anymore. I had an aunt in D.C. who let me stay with her while I tried to get on my feet.
“The first job I applied for was at the Baltimore Delicatessen on Bladensburg Road. There were two Jewish guys working there and I asked if they were hiring. It was 8:30 in the morning and they told me to start that minute. I came from the country and knew nothing about no Jewish or corned beef and gefilte fish. On my first day, I messed up everything. At the end of the day, they said, ‘You don’t know nothing from nothing, so we are going to have to teach you everything.’
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“Dear PoP,
I’m sure you’ve heard by now about the hit and run accident that occurred on Friday night at 13th & Quincy, NW involving a motorcyclist. Well, that motorcyclist is a good friend of mine and he is in serious condition in the ICU and has been undergoing a series of intense surgeries to repair the damage caused by the accident.
Any information you can gather on the accident would be helpful. I noticed that there were a few posts on your article on hit & runs that mentioned this specific accident. Please encourage people to come forward and talk to the police. Todd, the motorcyclist, and his wife have lived in Columbia Heights since 2000, and this accident occurred two blocks from their home.”
If anyone has information please contact the police or you can email me directly at princeofpetworth(@)gmail.com
The HCB exhibit at MOMA in NYC ended on June 28th. Did you make it?
Henry Cartier-Bresson. Juvisy, France. 1938
Photo by PoPville flickr user julianne’s
I’ve been following with interest and disgust a series of emails about incidents near the Eastern Market metro. Many of the emails recount stories like this:
“My family (4 and 2 year olds) also was closely followed and verbally assaulted by this guy last month when crossing the street in front of the EM metro. I was totally flustered by the encounter, even with my husband present. I felt awful about the incident, namely because in rushing to get away from him and across Penn Ave, I basically led my 4 year old into traffic. While the man seems mentally ill, he has his wits enough about him to repeatedly target/assault families with small children in tow.”
I also wanted to share the wise advice given by another poster:
“I was taught if someone is following you on foot or even in your car, DO NOT GO HOME, go to the closest business and call the police.”
Some exciting renovated properties across this NE corner of the Hill that you just can’t miss this week. As for Logan Circle we are talking fun and just on the market.
Join us this week as we take in house tours on the Hill and learn all about this little subset of the Lincoln Park area as well as some great spaces in the middle of everything and anything in Logan
The Saturday Tour of Homes aims to give real estate aficionados and interested buyers an overview of the market in 2 different neighborhoods each weekend. Feel free to explore as we share our local knowledge and answer your questions in a no-pressure environment.
We will hold tours in both neighborhoods at 11AM and again at 1PM. Come to just one, or join both and see up to 10 properties in one day!
Let’s find your new home! RSVP is always appreciated
[email protected] or call 240-481-5041
DATE – Saturday June 26th, 2010
Logan Circle TIME 11am and 1pm
MEETING POINT – 1332 15th St NW
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Capitol Hill TIME 11am and 1pm
MEETING POINT – 1369 C St NE
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