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End of an Era as Washington’s Sixth Street Depot Is Demolished
An aging Washington landmark, the Sixth Street depot, is being torn down by contractor Martin McNamara as the city moves from the old wooden railway station to a broader marble complex. The piece recalls its history from 1872, its role in presidential travel and national events, and the emotional impact on longtime Washingtonians, while noting the preserved ladies waiting room and the plan to honor the site in some future setting.
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