Historic New England

Swift's Livestock Express cattle car #60376, 10791-B

The image shows Swift's Livestock Express cattle car number 60376. The car is designed for transporting livestock, featuring slatted sides for ventilation. The markings "S.L.S.E. 60376" and "Swift's Live Stock" are visible on the sides of the car. The car is positioned on railway tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382553

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.10791-B

Railroad boxcar #12911, 10790-B

The image features Railroad boxcar #12911, labeled "BIG FOUR." It is situated on railway tracks, and the boxcar's side door is open, revealing part of the interior.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382554

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.10790-B

Gondola cars, Hudson, New York, 10792-B

The image shows a set of gondola cars on railway tracks in Hudson, New York. The tracks run through an open area and part of a platform or additional structures is visible in the background.

Date: 1910-09-19

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

GUSN: 382555

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.10792-B

Penn. box car #102747 at Kneeland Street yard, detail of couplar, Boston, Mass., 10793-B

The image shows a detailed view of the coupler of a Penn. box car numbered 102747 located at Kneeland Street yard in Boston, Massachusetts. The side of the box car features visible text related to the air brake system, mentioning a "K2 Triple Valve" and "Westinghouse Friction Draft Gear." The struct...

Date: 1910-12-08

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

GUSN: 382556

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.10793-B

Penn. box car #102747 at Kneeland Street yard, Boston, Mass., 10794-B

The image shows a Pennsylvania Railroad boxcar, numbered 102747, located at the Kneeland Street yard in Boston, Massachusetts. The boxcar has wooden sides with visible text indicating "AIR BRAKE" and "K2 TRIPLE VALVE" by Westinghouse. A ladder, handbrake wheel, and coupling mechanisms are also visib...

Date: 1910-12-08

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

GUSN: 382557

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.10794-B

Penn. box car #102747 at Kneeland Street yard, Boston, Mass., 10795-B

The image shows a Pennsylvania Railroad boxcar (#102747) at the Kneeland Street yard in Boston, Massachusetts. The boxcar is positioned on railway tracks, and its side and end are visible. Text on the side of the boxcar reads "PENNSYLVANIA" and "DAIRY PRODUCTS," along with the number "102747." The b...

Date: 1910-12-08

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

GUSN: 382558

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.10795-B

N.Y.C. & H.R. railroad boxcar #96059, north side, east of station, Dalton, Mass., 10796-B

The image shows a New York Central & Hudson River Railroad boxcar #96059 positioned on a track east of a station in Dalton, Massachusetts. The north side of the boxcar is visible, with the station building alongside. The area surrounding the tracks is covered with dirt and foliage.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382559

Ref. Code: PC015.002.200.10796-B

Swift's Livestock Express cattle car #60716, 10797-B

The image shows Swift's Livestock Express cattle car #60716. The cattle car has slatted sides with some hay protruding through the slats, and the identification "S.L.S.E 60716" is visible on the side. It is positioned on railway tracks in an industrial area, with buildings and utility poles in the b...

Date: 1911-02-06

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

GUSN: 382560

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.10797-B

Railroad cars, 10595-B

The image shows a group of railroad cars in the background. In the foreground, there is a pile of wooden debris and some machinery. Some buildings are visible in the distance.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382361

Ref. Code: PC015.002.730.10595-B

Bridge, 10596-B

The image depicts a stone bridge arch with visible structural supports and wooden beams beneath it. A person is partially visible near the bottom of the image, positioned among the wooden framework. The stonework around the arch appears uneven in places.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382362

Ref. Code: PC015.002.710.10596-B

Excavation on the Highland Branch, Brookline, Mass., 10597-B

The image depicts a group of workers during an excavation on the Highland Branch in Brookline, Massachusetts. Several men are standing in a trench supported by wooden beams and structures. One man is seen holding onto an overhead beam, while others are positioned around a wheelbarrow and other equip...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382363

Ref. Code: PC015.002.160.10597-B

Building of the Beacon Park Yard at Allston, foundations for coaling plant, Allston, Boston, Mass., 10598-B

The image depicts the construction site of the Beacon Park Yard in Allston, specifically focusing on the foundations for a coaling plant in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are trenches and large stone blocks, with cranes and other construction equipment present. In the background industrial...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382364

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.10598-B

Bridge #195, repairs to abutment, East Chatham, Chatham, New York, 10599-B

The image shows repairs to the abutment of Bridge #195 in East Chatham, Chatham, New York. There is a stone wall supporting the bridge, with wooden beams reinforcing the structure. The area above the abutment has tracks and gravel, with a signpost visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382365

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.10599-B

Elimination of grade crossing looking down, Westfield River, south, Russell, Mass., 10600-B

The image depicts a construction site focused on the elimination of a grade crossing at the Westfield River, looking south in Russell, Massachusetts. A wooden framework or trestle is visible across the area, set against a backdrop of hills and sparse structures, including a tall industrial chimney. ...

Date: 1908-11-06

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

GUSN: 382366

Ref. Code: PC015.002.510.10600-B

Construction of Bridge #9 at Highland Branch, Brookline, Mass., 10601-B

The image shows the construction site of Bridge #9 at the Highland Branch in Brookline, Massachusetts. Several men are present at the site, working with large stone blocks and construction materials. A large pipe supported by pillars is visible in the background. Some structures and foliage can be s...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382367

Ref. Code: PC015.002.160.10601-B

Bacon Street Bridge, northside during construction, New York, 10602-B

The image shows the north side of Bacon Street Bridge under construction in New York. Large stone blocks are being arranged as part of the bridge structure. Several workers can be seen on the site, with some standing on the stones and others seated nearby. A wooden trestle and a railcar with "6019 B...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382368

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.10602-B

Bacon Street Bridge, southside during construction, New York, 10603-B

The image shows the construction site of the Bacon Street Bridge on the southside in New York. Visible in the scene are several workers standing among scaffolding and construction materials, including large stone blocks. A large piece of machinery, possibly a steam engine or similar equipment, is pr...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382369

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.10603-B

Lowering of tracks, south abutment of Washington Street bridge during construction, Natick, Mass., 10604-B

The image depicts the construction site at the south abutment of the Washington Street bridge in Natick, Massachusetts. Workers are engaged in lowering tracks, surrounded by wooden support structures and piles of earth and stone. Several men are visible, some in work clothes standing on the construc...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382370

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.10604-B

Construction of Beacon Park Yard, Allston, Boston, Mass., 10605-B

The image shows construction work at Beacon Park Yard in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. It features a large crane structure positioned beside a wooden building, set amidst piles of materials and a construction site. In the background, there are train cars and a multi-story building visible. Worker...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382371

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.10605-B

A sand screen used during construction of new line, east view, Westborough, Mass., 10606-B

The image shows a sand screen used in the construction of a new line in Westborough, Massachusetts. The east view captures a framework structure with a pile of sand or gravel nearby, partially covered by vegetation and surrounded by a hilly landscape.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382372

Ref. Code: PC015.002.580.10606-B

Cut through Holmes Hill in building new line of Boston and Albany Railroad around the city, east side, Westborough, Mass., 10607-B

The image shows a construction site at Holmes Hill in Westborough, Massachusetts, where a new line of the Boston and Albany Railroad is being built. Visible are railroad tracks running through the center of the image, surrounded by rubble and rocky terrain. There are workers and horses engaged in th...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382373

Ref. Code: PC015.002.580.10607-B

Hyde Brook Culvert construction under lowered tracks, Newton, Mass., 10608-B

The image shows the construction of the Hyde Brook Culvert under lowered railway tracks in Newton, Massachusetts. Visible are wooden beams and scaffolding supporting the structure, alongside construction debris such as wooden planks and tools. The scene depicts a partially completed culvert opening ...

Date: 1896-09-25

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

GUSN: 382374

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10608-B

Beacon Park Yard, engine house roof under construction, Allston, Boston, Mass., 10609-B

The image depicts the roof of an engine house under construction at Beacon Park Yard in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are wooden beams and scaffolding being assembled, with a person sitting on the structure and another person standing nearby. Large cylindrical tanks are visible in the bac...

Date: 1908-10-03

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

GUSN: 382375

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.10609-B

Beacon Park Yard, engine house roof under construction, Allston, Boston, Mass., 10610-B

The image shows the construction of the engine house roof at Beacon Park Yard in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. The structure includes visible framing and roof panels, with individuals working on the roof. Debris and construction materials are scattered on the ground around the site.

Date: 1908-10-03

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

GUSN: 382376

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.10610-B

Construction of piers, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10611-B

The image shows a section of the pier construction in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are vertical and horizontal beams, suggesting an early stage of development or a framing structure.

Date: 1909

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

GUSN: 382377

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.10611-B

Beacon Park Yard, construction of Salt Creek Culvert, Allston, Boston, Mass., 10613-B

The image depicts the construction site of Salt Creek Culvert at Beacon Park Yard in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. Various construction materials and equipment are visible, with a partially assembled wooden structure in the foreground. In the background, there is a railroad track with freight car...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382378

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.10613-B

Detail of support for tracks at Brook Street, Faneuil during construction of bridge, Brighton, Boston, Mass., 10614-B

The image displays a detailed view of the support structures for tracks at Brook Street amidst the construction of a bridge in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. The supports consist of vertical and diagonal wooden beams. A worker can be seen on the left side of the image.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382379

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.10614-B

Unidentified railroad cars and shell of building, 10615-B

The image depicts unidentified railroad cars near the shell of a brick building. The building is partially intact, with some walls and windows remaining, but it shows signs of structural damage. Wooden supports and debris are visible around the site. One of the railroad cars is labeled "Boston & Alb...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382380

Ref. Code: PC015.002.730.10615-B

Unidentified conveyor with buckets, 10616-B

The image shows an unidentified conveyor system with buckets suspended from the structure, likely used for transporting materials. There are a few individuals visible near the conveyor, possibly workers. The setup is outdoors, with components of the conveyor system supported by a wooden framework.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382381

Ref. Code: PC015.002.720.10616-B

Bridge #92, West Brimfield, Brimfield, Mass., 10617-B

The image depicts Bridge #92 in West Brimfield, Brimfield, Massachusetts. A group of workers is present around the structure, which appears to be placed over railway tracks. Cranes and other construction equipment are visible, indicating ongoing construction or maintenance work on the bridge. The su...

Date: 1910

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

GUSN: 382382

Ref. Code: PC015.002.060.10617-B

Bridge #92, West Brimfield, Brimfield, Mass., 10618-B

The image depicts Bridge #92 in West Brimfield, Brimfield, Massachusetts. A group of workers is seen actively constructing or maintaining the railroad bridge. The bridge structure features cross-braced trusses, and heavy equipment or cranes are present, assisting with the construction.

Date: 1910

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

GUSN: 382383

Ref. Code: PC015.002.060.10618-B

Bridge #92, West Brimfield, Brimfield, Mass., 10619-B

The image depicts Bridge #92 in West Brimfield, Brimfield, Massachusetts. It shows a partially constructed bridge with metal truss work and several people, likely workers, gathered around it. There is equipment visible, including a crane used for construction. The scene is set in a rural area with f...

Date: 1910

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

GUSN: 382384

Ref. Code: PC015.002.060.10619-B

Bridge #92, West Brimfield, Brimfield, Mass., 10620-B

The image shows Bridge #92 in West Brimfield, Brimfield, Massachusetts. A group of workers are present on the railroad tracks and around the bridge structure. The bridge has a lattice design, and construction or maintenance work appears to be underway with cranes and equipment visible. There are ope...

Date: 1910

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

GUSN: 382385

Ref. Code: PC015.002.060.10620-B

Bridges, Roxbury, Mass., 10621-B

The image depicts a bridge in Roxbury, Massachusetts. The bridge features a lattice design and is positioned over a cobblestone street. In the background, there are multiple brick buildings, utility poles, and a signage stating "HORN BROTHERS."

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382386

Ref. Code: PC015.002.500.10621-B

Unidentified bridge abutment, 10622-B

The image depicts an unidentified bridge abutment constructed from large stones. In front of the abutment, there is a body of water with debris and wooden planks scattered around.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382387

Ref. Code: PC015.002.710.10622-B

Bridge #157A, Hinsdale, Mass., 10623-B

The image shows a bridge in Hinsdale, Massachusetts. The bridge spans across a small waterway or channel, with visible embankments on either side. Electrical poles are seen in the background.

Date: 1909

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

GUSN: 382388

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.10623-B

Bridge #161, Hinsdale, Mass., 10624-B

The image shows Bridge #161 in Hinsdale, Massachusetts. The bridge is a simple structure with a train track running on top, crossing over a road with visible tracks beneath it. The surrounding area is covered with light snow and leafless trees are visible in the background.

Date: 1909

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

GUSN: 382389

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.10624-B

Bridge #67, southwing east abutment, 10625-B

The image depicts the south wing of the east abutment of Bridge #67. It showcases a portion of a stone structure supporting a wooden beam section, with visible utility poles nearby. The ground below the structure is unpaved and grassy.

Date: 1908-05-18

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

GUSN: 382390

Ref. Code: PC015.002.710.10625-B

Unidentified railroad bridge, 10626-B

The image shows a wooden railroad bridge spanning over a body of water. There are metal tracks running along the bridge, leading towards the background. Debris, including wooden planks and logs, is visible near the water. In the background on the left, there appears to be a small building or structu...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382391

Ref. Code: PC015.002.710.10626-B

Bridge #138, west abutment, southwest corner, Middlefield, Mass., 10627-B

The image depicts the southwest corner of the west abutment of Bridge #138 in Middlefield, Massachusetts. The abutment is constructed of stone blocks and is adjacent to a sloping hillside. A body of water is visible at the base of the structure, and there are bare trees and utility poles nearby.

Date: 1903

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

GUSN: 382392

Ref. Code: PC015.002.350.10627-B

Unidentified railroad bridge, 10628-B

The image shows an unidentified railroad bridge. The bridge features a lattice design on its side, supported by a stone wall. In the foreground, there are bare tree branches and shrubs partially obscuring the view.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382393

Ref. Code: PC015.002.710.10628-B

Culvert at station 10455+59, East Greenbush, New York, 10629-B

The image shows a snow-covered culvert at station 10455+59 in East Greenbush, New York. The culvert is set into a hillside, with snow and ice visible on the ground and surrounding vegetation.

Date: 1908-03-18

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

GUSN: 382394

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.10629-B

Bridge #220, East Greenbush, New York, 10630-B

The image depicts Bridge #220 in East Greenbush, New York. It features a stone arch structure with an entrance that leads into a tunnel. The surrounding area includes trees and a hillside, with water flowing down the slope in front of the tunnel entrance.

Date: 1908-03-18

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

GUSN: 382395

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.10630-B

Bridge #220, East Greenbush, New York, 10631-B

The image depicts Bridge #220 located in East Greenbush, New York. The scene shows a stone bridge with an arched opening. Snow is visible on the ground and on the structure. The bridge is partially surrounded by snow-covered slopes.

Date: 1908-03-18

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

GUSN: 382396

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.10631-B

Unidentified railroad bridge, showing workers, 10632-B

The image shows an unidentified railroad bridge with several workers standing beneath it. The bridge is constructed with large timber supports. The workers are positioned in the foreground, and the ground appears to be uneven and covered in dirt and rocks. Trees can be seen in the background.

Date: 1907-09-30

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

GUSN: 382397

Ref. Code: PC015.002.710.10632-B

South end of bridge #45, Westborough, Mass., 10633-B

The image shows the south end of bridge #45 located in Westborough, Massachusetts. It features a close-up view of the bridge's structure, including metal beams and supports, with water seen below the bridge. The bridge appears to be a truss design.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382398

Ref. Code: PC015.002.580.10633-B

Masonry arch bridge of the Boston and Albany Railroad in the Berkshire Mountains, 10634-B

The image shows a masonry arch bridge of the Boston and Albany Railroad located in the Berkshire Mountains. The bridgeâs arch extends over a body of water, and the structure is composed of large stone blocks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382399

Ref. Code: PC015.002.710.10634-B

Holliston Tunnel, Holliston, Mass., 10635-B

The image shows the Holliston Tunnel in Holliston, Massachusetts. This tunnel features a stone archway and railroad tracks running through it. The tracks extend into the distance, disappearing into the tunnel's far end. Vegetation is visible on both sides of the entrance.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382400

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.10635-B

Bridge #125 in Berkshire Mountains, Russell, Mass., 10636-B

The image depicts Bridge #125 located in the Berkshire Mountains in Russell, Massachusetts. This structure is a metal truss bridge supported by a series of stone and timber piers. Snow and ice are visible on the ground and surrounding the base of the bridge.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382401

Ref. Code: PC015.002.510.10636-B

Bridge #92, West Brimfield, Brimfield, Mass., 10637-B

The image depicts Bridge #92 in West Brimfield, Brimfield, Massachusetts. Several individuals are visible working on or near the railway tracks. The bridge structure is apparent, with large trusses and a crane positioned above the tracks. In the background, there is a field with hills and scattered ...

Date: 1910

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

GUSN: 382402

Ref. Code: PC015.002.060.10637-B

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