On January 9, 1896, Washington D.C. was abuzz with the usual hustle and bustle of city life. But amidst the noise and chaos, a sinister undertone lurked in the shadows. The Washington Times, a beacon of truth and independence, sounded the alarm, warning its readers of a growing problem: the scourge of prostitution in the nation’s capital.
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Key Facts
- State: National
- Category: Sex Crimes
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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