Historic New England

Street scene, possibly Cambridge or East Boston, Massachusetts unidentified, 9767-B

1 glass plate negative

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381539

Ref. Code: PC015.002.9767-B

Engine House (sand house), exterior detail, Worcester, Mass., 9768-B

The image shows the exterior detail of an engine house, specifically a sand house, in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible in the foreground are railroad tracks running alongside the brick wall of the building. A signal light is located to the right of the tracks and the area appears industrial with ad...

Date: 1907-10-05

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

GUSN: 381540

Ref. Code: PC015.002.640.9768-B

At North Package and Provision Co., exterior, East Cambridge, Cambridge, Mass., 9769-B

The image shows an exterior view of North Package and Provision Co. in East Cambridge, Cambridge, Massachusetts. Visible are train tracks curving alongside a large wooden building. In the background, there is another industrial building with multiple windows as well as a pile of material and some ba...

Date: 1907-11-08

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

GUSN: 381541

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.9769-B

At North Package and Provision Co., exterior, East Cambridge, Cambridge, Mass., 9770-B

The image depicts the exterior of the North Package and Provision Co. in East Cambridge, Massachusetts. Visible are railway tracks curving alongside large industrial buildings. To the left, there is a pile of dirt or gravel and a row of barrels. The buildings are constructed with wooden and brick fa...

Date: 1907-11-08

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

GUSN: 381542

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.9770-B

At North Package and Provision Co., East Cambridge, Cambridge, Mass., 9771-B

The image depicts the North Package and Provision Co. in East Cambridge, Cambridge, Massachusetts. It features industrial tracks running through the center flanked by large industrial buildings. Visible are various industrial items, including barrels and piles of materials, with a large cylindrical ...

Date: 1907-11-08

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

GUSN: 381543

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.9771-B

Unidentified building, interior, 9772-B

The image shows the interior of an unidentified building. The space is large and open with tall, exposed wooden beams and a ceiling. There are several large vents or hoods suspended from the ceiling. The walls are made of brick and feature a series of tall windows along one side. There are also visi...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381544

Ref. Code: PC015.002.720.9772-B

Probably engine house under construction, 9773-B

The image shows a circular structure under construction, likely an engine house, as indicated by the partially complete framework and girders visible above. Construction materials, including planks and a large pipe, are scattered on the ground. A worker in a hat is seen standing among the constructi...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381545

Ref. Code: PC015.002.720.9773-B

Railroad station exterior, 9774-B

The image shows the exterior of a two-story railroad station. The building features a pitched roof and multiple windows across both levels. There is an extended platform area in front of the station with steps leading up to the structure. The scene includes utility poles and a barren foreground.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381546

Ref. Code: PC015.002.720.9774-B

Unidentified man seated at desk, 9775-B

An unidentified man in a suit and hat is seated at a wooden desk in an office. The desk is covered with papers, books, and various documents. The room features large windows with curtains and a plain wall in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381547

Ref. Code: PC015.002.770.9775-B

Coal pocket at Beacon Park Yard, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 9776-B

The image depicts a railroad yard with multiple tracks and several railroad cars present. In the foreground, there are tracks converging towards the center and some connected railroad cars can be seen further along the tracks. A structure resembling a water tower or coaling station is visible in the...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381548

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.9776-B

Damaged commuter cars, #255 and #253, exterior, 9777-B

The image depicts two damaged commuter train cars numbered #255 and #253. The focus is on the exterior of these cars which are positioned on tracks in a snowy environment.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381549

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.9777-B

Interior of eastern pier, showing piles of wood, East Boston, Mass., 9778-B

The image shows the interior of the eastern pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. Large piles of stacked wood are visible in the foreground arranged in an orderly manner. Behind the wood, there are bags and other items extending into the distance along the pier. The structure is supported by wooden be...

Date: 1908-10-31

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

GUSN: 381550

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9778-B

View in front of Leyland and Cunard Piers, after completion of new piers and grain elevator and conveyors, taken from warehouse, East Boston, Mass., 9779-B

The image shows the newly completed piers, grain elevator, and conveyors in front of Leyland and Cunard Piers, as viewed from a warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. The industrial structures, including large conveyor systems, dominate the scene. Several cranes or similar machinery are visible in...

Date: 1910-07-25

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

GUSN: 381551

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.9779-B

Looking east from warehouse, view of piers, grain elevator and conveyors, all new work after fire, East Boston, Mass., 9780-B

The image shows a view looking east from a warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are the newly constructed piers, a grain elevator, and multiple conveyors following a fire. The grain elevator has "Grain Transfer" and other text on its side. The scene includes various industrial structures...

Date: 1910-07-18

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

GUSN: 381552

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.9780-B

Looking east from warehouse over new piers and grain conveyors, East Boston, Mass., 9781-B

The image shows a view looking east from a warehouse over new piers and grain conveyors in East Boston, Massachusetts. The foreground features the roof of a building with vents, and in the background, the piers extend over the water, supported by structural frameworks. There are masts and a funnel v...

Date: 1910-07-18

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

GUSN: 381553

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.9781-B

View of piers taken from grain elevator, East Boston, Mass., 9782-B

The image shows a view of piers taken from a grain elevator in East Boston, Massachusetts. Several industrial structures and cranes are visible along the waterfront. In the background, a ship can be seen on the water, partially obscured by fog.

Date: 1911-01-13

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

GUSN: 381554

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9782-B

Taken from roof of north dock of new piers constructed after fire of 1908, East Boston, Mass., 9783-B

The image shows a view from the roof of the north dock of newly constructed piers in East Boston, Massachusetts, following the fire of 1908. Visible are large industrial buildings and structures on the waterfront with several piers extending into the water. Snow covers the ground and a mix of open s...

Date: 1910-12-12

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

GUSN: 381555

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.9783-B

Finishing up new piers destroyed by fire of 1908, East Boston, Mass., 9784-B

The image shows a partially constructed pier in East Boston, Massachusetts, which is being rebuilt following its destruction in a 1908 fire. The structure features a framework of beams and columns with sections of the exterior walls and windows visible above, alongside construction materials and sup...

Date: 1909

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

GUSN: 381556

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.9784-B

End of Clyde Street Pier, taken from B & A Pier, East Boston, Mass., 9935-B

The image shows the end of Clyde Street Pier as seen from the B & A Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. The pier structure includes wooden pilings supporting an open framework of beams and girders. A few people are visible on the pier, along with some additional structures or equipment. There are di...

Date: 1907-07-18

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

GUSN: 381707

Ref. Code: PC015.002.220.9935-B

View of retaining wall and facilities around Clyde Street Pier, showing unidentified ships tied at piers, East Boston, Mass., 9936-B

The image shows a view of the retaining wall and facilities around Clyde Street Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. Several unidentified ships are tied at the piers. The surrounding area includes industrial buildings and various maritime structures.

Date: 1906-10-03

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

GUSN: 381708

Ref. Code: PC015.002.220.9936-B

Start of reconstruction of Cunard Line Pier, showing ties, looking southwest toward South Boston, East Boston, Mass., 9937-B

The image shows the early stages of reconstruction at the Cunard Line Pier, looking southwest towards South Boston from East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are numerous wooden ties and structural elements with scattered workers and construction materials. In the background, cranes and silhouettes of...

Date: December 1908

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

GUSN: 381709

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.9937-B

View from Clyde Street Pier looking out of harbor showing start of reconstruction of Cunard, Leyland, and B & A Piers after fire of July 8, 1908, East Boston, Mass., 9938-B

The image shows a view from Clyde Street Pier looking out over the harbor in East Boston, Massachusetts. It captures the start of the reconstruction of the Cunard, Leyland, and B & A Piers following the fire on July 8, 1908. The scene includes numerous pilings and construction activity in the foregr...

Date: 1909-01-20

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

GUSN: 381710

Ref. Code: PC015.002.220.9938-B

Construction of seven story warehouse, showing old fashioned cement mixer and pile drivers, East Boston, Mass., 9939-B

The image depicts a construction site for a seven-story warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are old-fashioned pile drivers and a cement mixer. The site is bustling with activity and various construction materials and equipment are scattered around the area.

Date: 1901

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

GUSN: 381711

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9939-B

Construction of seven story warehouse, showing old fashioned cement mixer, East Boston, Mass., 9940-B

The image depicts a construction site for a seven-story warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are construction workers, an old-fashioned cement mixer, piles of materials, and various tools. The setting is busy with activity as workers engage in building tasks on the site.

Date: 1901

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

GUSN: 381712

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9940-B

Construction of seven story warehouse, southeast corner showing forms for piers, East Boston, Mass., 9941-B

The image shows a construction site in East Boston, Massachusetts, focusing on the southeast corner where forms for piers are visible. In the background, a large, multi-story warehouse is present. Various construction materials and equipment, such as wooden forms and tools, are scattered around the ...

Date: 1901

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

GUSN: 381713

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9941-B

Construction of seven story warehouse, exterior, East Boston, Mass., 9942-B

The image shows a construction site for a seven-story warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible elements include stacks of lumber, construction materials, and scaffolding. A partially constructed brick wall can be seen with cranes and construction equipment in the background.

Date: 1901

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

GUSN: 381714

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9942-B

Construction of seven story warehouse, exterior, East Boston, Mass., 9943-B

The image shows the construction site of a seven-story warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. The site includes various construction elements such as wooden frameworks and foundations being laid. There are people visible engaged in construction activities. In the background, several buildings and ...

Date: 1901

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

GUSN: 381715

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9943-B

Construction of the seven story warehouse, exterior, East, Boston, Mass., 9944-B

The image depicts the construction of a seven-story warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, the exterior brick wall of the building is visible with construction materials and scaffolding surrounding the site. A taller, completed building is seen in the background, along with othe...

Date: 1901

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

GUSN: 381716

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9944-B

Construction of the seven story warehouse, interior, construction, East Boston, Mass., 9945-B

The image shows the interior construction of a seven-story warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are steel beams and columns forming the frame of the building with wooden supports and ladders in the surrounding area. The foundation is in progress with concrete bases supporting the steel s...

Date: 1901

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

GUSN: 381717

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9945-B

Construction of seven story warehouse, concrete piers, East Boston, Mass., 9946-B

The image depicts the construction site for a seven-story warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple concrete piers with wooden framing and supports around them. Various construction materials and wooden planks are scattered across the site. A person is visible on the right side o...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381718

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9946-B

Construction of seven story warehouse, piles in northeast corner, cement mixer and pile drivers, East Boston, Mass., 9947-B

The image shows a construction site for a seven-story warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are piles in the northeast corner, a cement mixer, and several pile drivers. The surrounding area includes additional machinery, a partially built structure, and nearby industrial buildings.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381719

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9947-B

Construction of seven story warehouse, concrete piers, southeast corner, East Boston, Mass., 9948-B

The image shows a construction site in East Boston, Massachusetts, where a seven-story warehouse is being built. Large concrete piers are visible within the foundation framework. Construction materials and equipment surround the area and there are several buildings and train cars in the background. ...

Date: 1901-07-10

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

GUSN: 381720

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9948-B

Construction of seven story warehouse, concrete piers, southeast corner, East Boston, Mass., 9949-B

The image depicts the construction site of a seven-story warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. Concrete piers are visible at the southeast corner of the site. There are various construction materials and equipment, including cranes and wooden scaffolding, within the partially excavated foundation...

Date: 1901-07-10

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

GUSN: 381721

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9949-B

Construction of Union Station looking west, front elevation, taken from old station, Worcester, Mass., 9950-B

The image shows the construction of Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking west from the old station. The front elevation of the new building is visible, with scaffolding surrounding the structure. Tracks run alongside the construction site and there are numerous construction materials a...

Date: 1910-06-23

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

GUSN: 381722

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9950-B

Construction of Green Street Bridge, Worcester, Mass., 9951-B

The image depicts the construction of the Green Street Bridge in Worcester, Massachusetts. Several workers are engaged in laying down metal reinforcement bars for the bridge structure. Behind them, construction machinery and materials are visible along with a visible spire of a building in the backg...

Date: 1912-08-18

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

GUSN: 381723

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.9951-B

Construction of new Union Station, Grafton Street arch, Worcester, Mass., 9952-B

The image depicts the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, focusing on the Grafton Street arch. Several railway tracks run in the foreground and a large crane is visible within the active construction site. Scaffolding and framework structures are being erected, and nea...

Date: 1910-06-07

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

GUSN: 381724

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9952-B

New Union Railroad Station, construction of roof, looking east, Worcester, Mass., 9953-B

The image depicts the construction of the roof of the New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking eastward. Visible are wooden scaffolding and framework, with workers on site, building the roof structure. In the background, a tall church spire or tower and other buildings can be ...

Date: 1910-06-30

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

GUSN: 381725

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9953-B

Union Railroad Station, roof construction, Worcester, Mass., 9954-B

The image shows the roof construction of Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. Workers are visible on the partially completed roof where structural beams and roofing materials can be seen. The surrounding area includes various buildings and industrial structures providing a view of the...

Date: 1910-10-11

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

GUSN: 381726

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9954-B

New Union Station project, Green Street Bridge reinforcing, Worcester, Mass., 9955-B

The image shows a construction site for the New Union Station project in Worcester, Massachusetts, focusing on the Green Street Bridge reinforcing. Visible are metal reinforcements laid out on a bridge with adjacent construction materials and a nearby brick building.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381727

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.9955-B

Front of new Union Station upon completion in 1911, tower of old station on left, Washington Square in foreground, Worcester, Mass., 9956-B

The image shows the front of the newly completed Union Station in 1911, located in Worcester, Massachusetts. The station features two prominent towers. On the left, a tower from the old station is visible. In the foreground, Washington Square can be seen with horse-drawn carriages and utility poles.

Date: 1911

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

GUSN: 381728

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9956-B

Construction of new Union Station, front elevation, Worcester, Mass., 9957-B

The image shows the construction site of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The front elevation of the building is visible with scaffolding and construction materials surrounding the structure. The station is situated near railroad tracks and adjacent buildings with a few signs visib...

Date: 1910-05-25

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

GUSN: 381729

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9957-B

Construction of the new Union Railroad Station, interior of waiting room, Worcester, Mass., 9958-B

The image shows the interior of the waiting room under construction at the new Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The large space features visible steel framework, arched brick walls, and multiple ladders. Construction materials and debris are scattered across the floor.

Date: 1910-09-14

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

GUSN: 381730

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9958-B

Setting the Franklin Street girders, showing cranes and railroad cars, Worcester, Mass., 9959-B

The image depicts a construction site in Worcester, Massachusetts, focused on setting the Franklin Street girders. Two cranes are actively engaged in the work, flanking the construction area. Railroad cars can be seen in the background along with several workers on the site. A large building and con...

Date: 1911-10-13

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

GUSN: 381731

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9959-B

Construction of new Union Railroad Station, front elevation, taken from old station, Worcester, Mass., 9960-B

The image features the construction of the new Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from the old station. The partially constructed front elevation is visible with large architectural elements and scaffolding surrounding the structure. In the foreground, various construction ma...

Date: 1910-12-23

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

GUSN: 381732

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9960-B

Construction of the new Union Railroad Station, looking into train concourse and baggage room area, Worcester, Mass., 9961-B

The image shows the construction site of the new Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are structural frameworks made of wood and steel within the train concourse and baggage room area. Surrounding the construction site are partially built brick walls and scaffolding. In the ba...

Date: 1910-07-26

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

GUSN: 381733

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9961-B

Construction of new Union Railroad Station, east side, The Grafton Street Arch Bridge in foreground, Worcester, Mass., 9962-B

The image depicts the construction site of the new Union Railroad Station on the east side with the Grafton Street Arch Bridge prominently visible in the foreground. Surrounding the construction area are several buildings and structures as well as railway tracks and construction materials. The scene...

Date: 1910-10-11

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

GUSN: 381734

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9962-B

Tower of old station in background, demolition of the old building in foreground, Worcester, Mass., 9963-B

The image shows a demolition site in the foreground with the partially dismantled old station surrounded by scaffolding and construction materials. In the background, a tall, ornate clock tower from the old station is visible along with a tall chimney.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381735

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.9963-B

New Union Station, construction, west side, Worcester, Mass., 9964-B

The image shows the construction site of the New Union Station on the west side in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are various construction materials and structures, including scaffolding and partially built walls. Rail tracks run through the site and several cranes and construction equipment are ...

Date: 1910-04-27

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

GUSN: 381736

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9964-B

Construction of new Union Station, rear or track side view, Worcester, Mass., 9965-B

The image shows the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, captured from the rear or track side view. Several construction cranes and scaffolding are visible around the building. The scene includes railway tracks, adjacent industrial buildings, and a notable tower structu...

Date: 1910-10-11

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

GUSN: 381737

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9965-B

New Union Railroad Station, construction, west side, Worcester, Mass., 9966-B

The image shows the construction of the west side of the New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The station is partially built and surrounded by scaffolding. Construction materials and debris are scattered around the site and a sign advertising building demolition services is visibl...

Date: 1910-09-22

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

GUSN: 381738

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9966-B

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