Chronicling America

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My Phone Call With Jack Valenti

My phone rings. The number is “Unknown”, a sure bet it’s either a telemarketer or some scam. I screw up my courage and answer, ready to angrily snarl at some...

Fight Me, I’m Irish

Hedda and I went to ShamrockFest yesterday afternoon. It used to be held in Ballston, but was moved to RFK this year because it had become too large. There i...

What I Now Know

I learned a lot today, courtesy of the gentleman sitting in front of me, talking on the phone. Now:

Lucky Day

Go watch the short flick Lucky Day before you read on, so I don’t spoil anything.

Why You Shouldn’t Park on M Street

Theft from auto has always been a big problem in Logan Circle. However, if there’s one place in the neighborhood I would recommend not parking, it’s M Street...