Historic New England

Dam washed out as a result of flooding of the Westfield River, Middlefield, Mass., 10464-B

The image shows a dam that has been washed out, with visible damage to its stone structure, likely due to flooding. In the background, there is a small building near the affected area.

Date: ca. 1907

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382233

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10464-B

Dam washed out as a result of flooding of the Westfield River, Middlefield, Mass., 10465-B

The image shows a stone structure of a dam that has been washed out as a result of flooding along the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts. Large rocks and debris are scattered around the area, with a small building visible on top of the dam. Trees and landscape are visible in the backgroun...

Date: ca. 1907

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382234

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10465-B

Sluiceway of collapsed dam after flooding of Westfield River, Middlefield, Mass., 10466-B

The image depicts the sluiceway of a collapsed dam after flooding of the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts. Visible are wooden and stone structural elements of the dam, with surrounding rocks and debris.

Date: 1907

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382235

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10466-B

Sluiceway of collapsed dam after flooding of Westfield River, Middlefield, Mass., 10467-B

The image shows the sluiceway of a collapsed dam along the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts. The structure is made of stone and wooden elements, and there is visible damage resulting from flooding. The foreground contains rocks and water, highlighting the damâs position along the rive...

Date: 1907

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382236

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10467-B

Sluiceway of collapsed dam after flooding of Westfield River, Middlefield, Mass., 10469-B

The image shows the sluiceway of a collapsed dam following the flooding of the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there is a rocky area, and in the background, a wooden structure is partially visible.

Date: 1907

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382237

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10469-B

Rear sluiceways of collapsed dam after flood, Middlefield, Mass., 10470-B

The image shows the rear sluiceways of a collapsed dam in Middlefield, Massachusetts, following a flood. The wooden structure is visibly damaged, and debris is scattered around the area.

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382238

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10470-B

Rear of sluiceways after dam collapse, Middlefield, Mass., 10471-B

The image depicts the rear view of wooden sluiceways following a dam collapse in Middlefield, Massachusetts. The structure is composed of wooden beams and planks, and there is a person in the background standing on the top of the structure. Rocks and debris can be seen on the ground in front of the ...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382239

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10471-B

Sluiceways of collapsed dam after flooding of Westfield River, Middlefield, Mass., 10472-B

The image shows the sluiceways of a collapsed dam after the flooding of the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts. The structure consists of wooden components supported by stone walls and the area in front is scattered with rocks and debris.

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382240

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10472-B

Rear sluice gates of collapsed dam, Middlefield, Mass., 10473-B

The image shows the rear sluice gates of a collapsed dam in Middlefield, Massachusetts. The structure is made of wooden beams and boards, with several vertical supports visible. The foreground is filled with rocks and debris.

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382241

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10473-B

Burned out area of piers after fire, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10474-B

The image depicts a burned-out area of piers in East Boston, Massachusetts, following a fire. The scene shows significant destruction, with remnants of piers and debris scattered throughout the area.

Date: 1908

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382242

Ref. Code: PC015.002.250.10474-B

Burned out area after fire, Pier 4, showing lighter from Pier 3 (chimney), East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10475-B

The image depicts a burned-out area at Pier 4 in East Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, remnants of charred debris and broken structures are visible. Across the water, a large lighter from Pier 3 with a chimney can be seen, along with parts of a pier infrastructure in the background.

Date: 1908-07-25

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382243

Ref. Code: PC015.002.250.10475-B

Burned out area after fire, piers 2 and 3, from car near warehouse, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10476-B

The image depicts a burned out area in East Boston, Massachusetts, showing the aftermath of a fire near piers 2 and 3. Visible are charred debris, collapsed structures, and utility poles amidst the destruction. Railway tracks and a portion of a warehouse or building are also present in the scene.

Date: 1908-07-25

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382244

Ref. Code: PC015.002.250.10476-B

Burned out area after fire, head of dock 2 taken from pier 1, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10477-B

The image shows a burned-out area at the head of dock 2, viewed from pier 1 in East Boston, Massachusetts. The scene includes charred timber and debris scattered across the dock area, with the harbor visible in the background. Structures in the distance are faintly visible through the haze.

Date: 1908-07-25

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382245

Ref. Code: PC015.002.250.10477-B

Burned out area, pier 3 (elevator) from pier 2 after fire that demolished piers, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10478-B

The image shows a section of a burned-out area at pier 3, viewed from pier 2, in East Boston, Massachusetts. The remains of the structure are visible, with charred ruins and debris lining the waterfront. The dock is supported by pilings, which appear damaged following the fire that demolished the pi...

Date: 1908-07-25

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382246

Ref. Code: PC015.002.250.10478-B

View of pier 4 from pier 3, the burned area after pier fires looking east, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10479-B

The image shows Pier 4 from the vantage point of Pier 3 in East Boston, Massachusetts, looking east. The foreground contains debris and charred remnants of the pier structure. In the background, structures and buildings on the waterfront are visible.

Date: 1908-06-18

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382247

Ref. Code: PC015.002.250.10479-B

Hard pine piles used in construction of piers, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10480-B

The image shows a pile of cut logs, identified as hard pine piles, which are being used in the construction of piers. The logs are stacked in an outdoor area, and there are some buildings visible in the background, located in East Boston, Massachusetts.

Date: 1909-02-22

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382248

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.10480-B

Hard pine piles used in construction of piers, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10481-B

The image shows a collection of hard pine piles intended for use in the construction of piers in East Boston, Massachusetts. The logs are laid out on the ground, with a person sitting on one of them. Industrial structures can be seen in the background.

Date: 1909-02-22

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382249

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.10481-B

Rebuilding of the Cunard Line pier in harbor after fire demolished piers, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10482-B

The image shows the reconstruction of the Cunard Line pier in the harbor at East Boston, Massachusetts, following a fire that destroyed the original piers. In the foreground, a structure of pilings and framework is visible, with various construction equipment present. The backdrop includes the harbo...

Date: 1909-01-20

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382250

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.10482-B

Clyde Street pier, showing stone sloop, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10483-B

The image shows Clyde Street pier in East Boston, Massachusetts, with a stone sloop docked at the pier. In the background, there are large warehouse buildings and various materials and cargo are visible along the waterfront.

Date: 1906-11-08

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382251

Ref. Code: PC015.002.220.10483-B

Clyde Street Pier, sloop loading stone, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10484-B

The image shows a sloop at Clyde Street Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts, engaged in loading stone. The pier is lined with piles of stone and timber, and several industrial buildings are visible in the background. The sloop's sails are not raised and the mast is prominent in the foreground.

Date: 1906-10-03

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382252

Ref. Code: PC015.002.220.10484-B

Clyde Street Pier, driving pershores at end, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10485-B

The image shows Clyde Street Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. Several workers are visible at the end of the pier, which features a building with open bays. In the foreground, a barge with cranes is positioned near the pier.

Date: 1907-08-16

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382253

Ref. Code: PC015.002.220.10485-B

Wall at head of dock 2, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10486-B

The image shows a construction site at the head of Dock 2 in East Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there is a pile of stones and roughly constructed walls. In the background, a crane and poles are visible, along with industrial structures. Several workers are engaged in construction activit...

Date: May 1901

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382254

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.10486-B

Cunard Line Pier before fire in 1908, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10487-B

The image shows the Cunard Line Pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts before a fire occurred in 1908. A large ship is docked at the pier, and a smaller boat is visible in the water nearby. A building can be seen adjacent to the pier and a man in uniform stands on the wooden walkway beside the w...

Date: ca. 1908

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382255

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.10487-B

Interior of Leyland Line Pier, East boston, Boston, Mass., 10488-B

The image shows the interior of the Leyland Line Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. The spacious area features a wooden floor and structural beams overhead. There are stacks of bales or sacks lined up along the sides, with some marked with letters.

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382256

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.10488-B

New passenger station construction, south of main front, main building looking west, Pittsfield, Mass., 10371-B

The image shows a construction site for a new passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, with the main building looking west. The area is bustling with activity and various construction materials are scattered around including piles of dirt and building blocks. Several workers are visible at th...

Date: 1913-09-19

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382140

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10371-B

New passenger station construction, south or front of main building looking west, Pittsfield, Mass., 10372-B

The image depicts a construction site for a new passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The view looks west towards the south or front of the main building. Several workers are visible amidst piles of dirt, stones, and construction materials. Trees and other buildings can be seen in the back...

Date: 1913-09-12

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382141

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10372-B

New passenger station construction, southeast corner main building, Pittsfield, Mass., 10373-B

The image depicts construction activity at the southeast corner of the main building for a new passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Workers and materials, including piles of stone and lumber, are visible at the site. A crane-like structure is present and the existing building in the backg...

Date: 1913-09-12

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382142

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10373-B

New passenger station construction, south or front of main building, Pittsfield, Mass., 10374-B

The image depicts the construction site for a new passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, located to the south or front of the main building. The area is filled with piles of rocks and construction materials. In the background, there are several trees and a few small structures. Scattered eq...

Date: 1913-09-05

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382143

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10374-B

New passenger station construction, south or front of main building taken from southeast corner, Pittsfield, MA., 10375-B

The image shows a construction site for a new passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, taken from the southeast corner. The area is filled with piles of rubble and dirt, with some construction materials scattered throughout. Trees and residential buildings are visible in the background and so...

Date: 1913-08-29

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382144

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10375-B

New passenger station construction, south front of main building, Pittsfield, MA., 10376-B

The image depicts the construction site of a new passenger station at the south front of the main building in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Visible are piles of construction materials, such as stones and bricks, as well as partially built walls. Construction equipment, including cranes, can be seen in ...

Date: 1913-10-03

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382145

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10376-B

New passenger station construction, south or front of main building, Pittsfield, Mass., 10377-B

The image depicts the construction site of a new passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, focusing on the south or front area of the main building. The site is filled with construction materials, such as stone blocks and piles of debris, and features construction equipment like cranes. Scatte...

Date: 1913-09-26

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382146

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10377-B

Foundation of new passenger station with old station in background, Pittsfield, Mass., 10378-B

The image depicts the construction site for a new passenger station foundation in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Numerous workers are actively engaged at the site, surrounded by construction materials and equipment. In the background, the old station is visible, characterized by its distinctive architec...

Date: 1913-09-05

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382147

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10378-B

New passenger station construction, express building looking east with old station in left rear, Pittsfield, Mass., 10379-B

The image shows the construction of a new passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, with the express building in progress. In the foreground, structural beams, scaffolding, and construction materials are visible. The partially constructed building is accompanied by an older station visible to ...

Date: 1913-11-21

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382148

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10379-B

Passenger station construction, north wall of baggage room, Pittsfield, Mass., 10380-B

The image shows construction work on the north wall of the baggage room at the passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The scene includes partially built concrete walls and wooden scaffolding. In the background, there is an existing brick building with arched windows and a staircase. Constru...

Date: 1913-10-10

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382149

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10380-B

New passenger station nearing completion, tracks and platforms looking east, Pittsfield, Mass., 10381-B

The image shows a passenger station near completion with train tracks and platforms extending eastward in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. People are walking along the platform area and an elevated staircase is positioned near the tracks. Various construction materials and debris are visible around the st...

Date: 1914-11-10

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382150

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10381-B

New passenger station, interior detail, Pittsfield, Mass., 10382-B

The image depicts an interior detail of a new passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The station features a curved wall with decorative molding and a tiled floor. The ceiling has a geometric, grid-like design. There are double glass doors with the word "EXIT" visible on one door.

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382151

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10382-B

New passenger station upon completion, looking east, Pittsfield, Mass., 10383-B

The image shows the newly completed passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, from an eastern viewpoint. The station building is prominent with multiple windows and a large roof. Visible in the foreground are several horse-drawn carriages and early automobiles parked alongside the building. In...

Date: ca. 1914

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382152

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10383-B

New passenger station, interior of construction office, Barris Kenyon Co., drawing of station on wall and rack of blueprints, Pittsfield, Mass., 10384-B

The image shows the interior of a construction office belonging to Barris Kenyon Co. in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. A man is seated at a desk, surrounded by shelves filled with binders and books. On the wall behind him, there is a drawing of a station. To the left, a rack holds rolled blueprints.

Date: 1914-02-20

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382153

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10384-B

New passenger station, interior of construction office, Barris Kenyon Co., drawing of station on wall and rack of blueprints, Pittsfield, Mass., 10385-B

The image shows the interior of a construction office of Barris Kenyon Co. in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. A man in a suit and hat is seated at a desk surrounded by shelves filled with binders. On the wall behind him, there is a framed drawing of a station and a rack of blueprints.

Date: 1914-02-20

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382154

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10385-B

New passenger station, detail of information counter, main concourse during final stages of construction, showing contractors, Pittsfield, Mass., 10386-B

The image shows a group of seven contractors standing near the information counter in the main concourse of a new passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, during the final stages of construction. The setting features a large clock on a pedestal next to a circular counter with a marble-like ap...

Date: 1914

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382155

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10386-B

New passenger station, detail of information counter, main concourse during final stages of construction, showing contractors, Pittsfield, Mass., 10387-B

The image shows the main concourse of a new passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, during the final stages of construction. Several contractors are gathered around a large, ornate clock set atop a marble counter. The concourse features tall windows and decorative columns in the background.

Date: 1914

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382156

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10387-B

Passenger railroad station, construction, looking west along south or front face of main building, Pittsfield, Mass., 10423-B

The image shows the construction site of a passenger railroad station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, looking west along the south or front face of the main building. Piles of rubble, construction materials, and partially dug earth are visible in the foreground. In the background, there are trees, adv...

Date: 1913-08-15

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382192

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10423-B

Passenger railroad station, construction, view from front of new station looking south, Pittsfield, Mass., 10424-B

The image shows a construction site with a dirt landscape viewed from the front of a new passenger railroad station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Piles of rocks and construction materials are scattered across the foreground, and several trees stand in the middle ground. In the background, buildings ...

Date: 1913-08-15

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382193

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10424-B

Passenger railroad station, construction, southeast corner of main building, Pittsfield, Mass., 10425-B

The image shows the construction site of a passenger railroad station located on the southeast corner of the main building in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The building is surrounded by scaffolding and construction materials are visible around the site. A tower or spire structure is part of the buildin...

Date: 1913-12-05

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382194

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10425-B

Passenger railroad station, looking east into interior of Express Building, Pittsfield, Mass., 10426-B

The image shows the interior of the Express Building at a passenger railroad station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. There is ongoing construction with visible scaffolding and structural frameworks. A crane is present on the right side of the image and two workers are standing near the construction ar...

Date: 1913-12-05

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382195

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10426-B

Passenger railroad station, construction, looking west, showing front or south face of main building, Pittsfield, Mass., 10427-B

The image shows the construction site of a passenger railroad station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, looking west toward the front or south face of the main building. The partially constructed structure is surrounded by scaffolding. Piles of construction materials and debris are scattered across the ...

Date: 1913-12-13

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382196

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10427-B

Railroad passenger station construction, terracotta sample, possibly Mr. Beattie posing next to it, Pittsfield, Mass., 10428-B

The image shows a man wearing a suit, tie, and hat standing next to a large decorative terracotta architectural piece, possibly a column capital or cornice, at a construction site in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. In the background, there is a partially visible sign on a building. Hay is visible around ...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382197

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10428-B

Railroad passenger station construction, terracotta sample, possibly Mr. Schutz posing next to it, Pittsfield, Mass., 10429-B

The image shows a man in a suit and cap standing next to a large terracotta piece, likely a sample for the construction of a railroad passenger station. Several other ornate terracotta pieces are stacked and covered with straw or grass in the background. The setting is identified as Pittsfield, Mass...

Date: 1890-1925

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382198

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10429-B

Railroad station construction, looking west in front of main building, Pittsfield, Mass., 10430-B

The image depicts a construction site in front of a main building at a railroad station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Visible are two boxcars labeled "Lehigh Valley," piles of construction materials, including bricks and wooden planks, and part of a large building on the right. The scene is set in a...

Date: 1913-10-10

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382199

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10430-B

New passenger station, construction, showing concrete mixer, Pittsfield, Mass., 10431-B

The image depicts a construction site for a new passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Several workers are present, operating a large concrete mixer. The structure has wooden scaffolding, and there is a sign reading "C.A. Dodge Company Builders" near a large chimney or smokestack. Railroad ...

Date: 1913-08-22

Collection: Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

GUSN: 382200

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10431-B

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