2431 I STREET NW

The white brick house at No. 2431 features a plaque indicating that (Irish American contractor) Peter McCartney built the house for owner John Casey in 1881.

In 1983, the house had simple molded framing around the windows and doors with an elaborate arcaded brick cornice (suggesting a Moorish appearance) with parallel bring string cornice just below. It has a first-story polygonal bay. The Bay features double hung windows on first floor with two windows above. (EHT Traceries)

Charles Holmes (b. 1846, VA) resided in the house at the time of the 1910 Census. He was in the Union Army.
In 1887, resident J.B. Ehrmantrout (?) applies for a liquor license (The Critic and Record, Nov. 7, 1887, p. 1). In 1889, the remaining contents of the general store including the countertop, counter scales, jellies and canned goods are auctioned off by Weeks & Co. auctioneers (Evening Star, Mar. 26, 1889. p. 6). In 1897, the house is listed as having 14 rooms and rents for $50 a month (Wash. Post, Nov. 8, 1897, p. 5).

In 1895, John Ganley, Jr. makes the news by hitting his father in the mouth with his fist. (The Times, July 20, 1895, p. 8) Daughter Della, has a coming out event, ( Evening Star, Dec. 31, 1897, p. 8). In 1898, Della marries John Hirsh at St. Stephens Roman Catholic Church on Pennsylvania Ave. The reception is held at the house (Times, Nov. 1, 1898, p. 5). In 1898, John Jr. once again attacks his dad and charged with disorderly conduct (Wash, Post, Jan. 26, 1898, p. 2.)

In 1901, the house rents as a six rooms "brick house in splendid condition." Neighbors at 2435 I St. have the key to show those who have interest (Evening Star, Nov. 8, 1901, p. 14). In 1911, there is a Help Wanted ad for a "Fireman or Stable boss" to live at the residence (Evening Star, Sept. 18, 1911, p. 15).