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August 14, 2012 / Places and landmarks

Twisted Carnegie Building

It was the first steel-framed skyscraper constructed in Pittsburgh.

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August 13, 2012 / Sports

The 1925 World Series at Forbes Field

We found this crumbling print in an oversized folder labeled “B” (for baseball). A sea, an ocean of HATS.

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August 10, 2012 / People

Sophie Masloff and her character

The first female mayor of Pittsburgh, Masloff was more than just a civic figure.

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August 9, 2012 / Places and landmarks

1877 Point Bridge across the Mon

Fascinating history of the Point Bridge

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August 8, 2012 / Events

John F. Kennedy on his Pittsburgh trip

Kennedy championed progressive reforms and made appearances and speeches in McKeesport, Monessen, Washington, Downtown and Oakland, at the University of Pittsburgh field house.

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