Historic New England

Wall between Washington and Centre Streets, Newton, Mass., 10510-B

The image shows a construction site with a partially built stone wall between Washington and Centre Streets in Newton, Massachusetts. The site is surrounded by dirt, scattered wooden planks, and construction materials. In the background, there are buildings and utility poles lining the street.

Date: 1896-12-19

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

GUSN: 382278

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10510-B

At Church Street crossing looking east, the Ryan Case, Newton, Mass., 10511-B

The image depicts the Church Street crossing looking east in Newton, Massachusetts. Visible are railway tracks running through the scene with a row of freight cars loaded with large stone blocks on the right side. A person is standing beside the train, and there are piles of earth and construction m...

Date: 1896-10-22

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

GUSN: 382279

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10511-B

At Church Street crossing looking east, the Ryan Case, Newton, Mass., 10512-B

The image depicts railway tracks at the Church Street crossing in Newton, Massachusetts, looking east. A train with flatbed cars carrying large stone blocks is situated on the right side of the tracks. On the left, there are piles of dirt and construction materials. A wooden structure spans over the...

Date: 1896-10-22

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

GUSN: 382280

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10512-B

At Church Street, Newton, Mass., 10513-B

The image depicts a scene at Church Street in Newton, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there is open ground with a paved area leading towards a wooden fence. Beyond the fence, there are two men near a lamppost, and behind them is a railcar labeled "BOSTON AND ALBANY." In the background, there are t...

Date: ca. 1896

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

GUSN: 382281

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10513-B

Appleton Street bracing, Newton, Mass., 10514-B

The image displays wooden bracing structures along a section of Appleton Street in Newton, Massachusetts. The braces are supporting a vertical wooden wall against an earthen embankment. In the background, residential houses are visible along with utility poles.

Date: 1897-03-02

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

GUSN: 382282

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10514-B

Washington Street bridge, removed for Mass. Turnpike 1963-1964, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10515-B

The image shows a metal truss bridge under structural removal work, located on Washington Street in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. Below the bridge runs a set of railroad tracks with flatbed train cars loaded with large stone blocks. The bridge and surrounding area are set against a stone retai...

Date: 1897-01-01

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

GUSN: 382283

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10515-B

Greenwood Avenue, walls from east, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10516-B

The image shows Greenwood Avenue in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. Visible in the scene are stone walls running parallel to a railway or pathway. On the right side, there is a small wooden structure. The area is lined with utility poles, and in the foreground, there are items such as a containe...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382284

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10516-B

Sheathing for North Greenwood Avenue wall, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10517-B

The image depicts a construction site along a set of railroad tracks in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. Visible are two individuals, one standing on and one near the tracks, amidst construction materials and debris. Several utility poles line the scene, and piles of sheathing or wooden planks ar...

Date: 1897-02-11

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

GUSN: 382285

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10517-B

Greenwood Avenue wall, south side, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10518-B

The image depicts a construction site on the south side of Greenwood Avenue in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. Several workers are present, engaged in building a stone wall. There is a crane-like apparatus being used, as well as various construction materials such as barrels and wooden planks. I...

Date: 1897-01-07

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

GUSN: 382286

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10518-B

Beams for Laundry Brook Bridge, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10519-B

The image shows construction beams for the Laundry Brook Bridge in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. Several workers are visible on the site, involved in the construction process. The area is filled with construction materials and debris, with a building and trees in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382287

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10519-B

Bank on north side of tracks, Newton, Mass., 10520-B

The image shows a railway track supported by concrete beams with posts underneath, situated on an earthen slope. In the background, the upper section of a building with a chimney is visible. Several utility poles can be seen nearby.

Date: 1897-09-18

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

GUSN: 382288

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10520-B

Retaining wall, Orange Line, Newton, Mass., 10521-B

The image depicts a stone retaining wall with multiple horizontal courses, located in Newton, Massachusetts, associated with the Orange Line. Behind the wall, part of a brick building with a window and a closed door can be seen.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382289

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10521-B

North abutment, Washington Street, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10522-B

The image shows the north abutment of Washington Street in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. It features a large stone retaining wall adjacent to a set of railroad tracks. In the background, there are telegraph poles, a bridge, and a multi-story brick building with a visible chimney. Some debris a...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382290

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10522-B

Brackett's Trestle, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10523-B

The image depicts Brackett's Trestle in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. It shows a set of railroad tracks running alongside a trestle structure supported by vertical posts. There is some surrounding land that appears to be sloped or embanked.

Date: 1897

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

GUSN: 382291

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10523-B

St. James Street, Newton, Mass., 10524-B

The image depicts a snowy landscape on St. James Street in Newton, Massachusetts. Train tracks run down the center of the scene, flanked by snow-covered embankments. An iron bridge spans the tracks overhead and a house is visible on the right side of the image.

Date: 1898-02-04

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

GUSN: 382292

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10524-B

The Howard Block on Center Street, Newton Center, Newton, Mass., 10525-B

The image depicts the Howard Block on Center Street in Newton Center, Newton, Massachusetts. The building features businesses including "T.J. Hartnett Plumber & Sanitary Engineer" and "Atwood's Market" as indicated by the signage. The structure is characterized by its detailed architectural design w...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382293

Ref. Code: PC015.002.460.10525-B

The Highland Branch west of Tower 8 and Brookline Junction, looking east, Boston, Mass., 10526-B

The image depicts a section of the Highland Branch railroad tracks in Boston, Massachusetts, looking east. Visible are the dual tracks curving slightly through a partly wooded area. On the left, a large brick building stands next to trees. On the right, a train is seen alongside the tracks, with uti...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382294

Ref. Code: PC015.002.110.10526-B

Highland Branch over Boylston Street, Boston and Worcester Street Railway tracks above at the time of building Highland Branch from Cook Street to Riverside, Newton Highlands, Newton, Mass., 10527-B

The image shows the Highland Branch railway tracks passing over Boylston Street during its construction from Cook Street to Riverside in Newton Highlands, Newton, Massachusetts. The tracks above appear to belong to the Boston and Worcester Street Railway. The scene includes visible railroad tracks, ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382295

Ref. Code: PC015.002.400.10527-B

Site of new Beacon Park Engine House, former site of old Beacon Park race track, Boston, Mass., 10528-B

The image depicts the site of the new Beacon Park Engine House, which was formerly the site of the Beacon Park race track in Boston, Massachusetts. The area is an open, grassy field with construction materials scattered, including wooden beams and stacks. A railway car labeled "Vanderbilt Farms" is ...

Date: 1907-09-21

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

GUSN: 382296

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.10528-B

Site of new Beacon Park Engine House, former site of old Beacon Park race track, Boston, Mass., 10529-B

The image depicts a construction site identified as the future location of the Beacon Park Engine House, which previously served as the Beacon Park race track in Boston, Massachusetts. There are several individuals on the site, and various construction materials are present in the area.

Date: 1907-09-21

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

GUSN: 382297

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.10529-B

Erection of the paint shop chimney, Allston, Boston, Mass., 10530-B

The image depicts the construction of a paint shop chimney in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. A tall chimney is being erected amidst industrial buildings, with scaffolding and support structures visible. Several workers can be seen around the site, some standing on top of the brick building adjacent...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382298

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.10530-B

Construction, 10531-B

The image depicts a construction site where workers are engaged in activity amidst large rocks and logs. A cloud of steam or smoke is visible, and there are structures made of logs on the sides. Trees and power lines are seen in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382299

Ref. Code: PC015.002.720.10531-B

Better Farming Special at old Westborough Station, showing crowd at station, Westborough, Mass., 10532-B

The image shows a large crowd gathered at the old Westborough Station in Westborough, Massachusetts. People are standing near a railway train, with a horse-drawn carriage visible in the scene. The station building is made of brick and features some decorative elements. The sign "WESTBORO" is display...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382300

Ref. Code: PC015.002.700.10532-B

Better Farming Special, East Brookfield, Brookfield, Mass., 10533-B

The image shows three men in suits and bowler hats standing on a railroad track in front of a train car. The banner on the train car reads "New York Central Lines." The scene is related to the "Better Farming Special" train in East Brookfield, Brookfield, Massachusetts.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382301

Ref. Code: PC015.002.700.10533-B

Better Farming Special, Mr. Dale and Mr. Simon, 10534-B

The image shows two men, identified as Mr. Dale and Mr. Simon, standing in front of a train car. The car is marked with "NEW YORK CENTRAL LINES" on a banner. Both men are dressed in suits and wearing hats.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382302

Ref. Code: PC015.002.700.10534-B

Better Farming Special, freight traffic officer Mr. E.P. Gardiner, 10535-B

The image features a man wearing a suit and bowler hat, standing in front of a train car. He is holding a coat over his arm. A sign attached to the side of the train car reads, "DAIRYING AND ANIMAL INDUSTRY ENTER HERE." The train car has visible wheels and undercarriage details.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382303

Ref. Code: PC015.002.700.10535-B

Better Farming Special, professors, etc., Worcester, Mass., 10536-B

The image shows a group of men dressed in suits and wearing various styles of hats, standing together in an outdoor setting. Behind them, a train is visible. The scene takes place in Worcester, Massachusetts, and is associated with the "Better Farming Special" event. Industrial buildings and smokest...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382304

Ref. Code: PC015.002.700.10536-B

Better Farming Special, group of professors, etc., Worcester, Mass., 10537-B

The image shows a group of men, identified as professors and others, standing in front of a train car marked "New York Central Lines" and "Farming Special." They are dressed in formal attire, such as suits and hats, and are positioned in two rows. The setting is in Worcester, Massachusetts.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382305

Ref. Code: PC015.002.700.10537-B

Railroad station, Natick, Mass., 10538-B

The image depicts a railroad station in Natick, Massachusetts. In the foreground, five men in suits and hats stand on a wooden platform behind a picket fence. There is a staircase leading up to the station's main building, which features signs and architectural details. A sign warns against walking ...

Date: 1897-02-09

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

GUSN: 382306

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.10538-B

Construction of Natick Station and elimination of grade crossing, Natick, Mass., 10539-B

The image depicts the construction site of Natick Station and the elimination of a grade crossing in Natick, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there are railroad tracks and platforms. A small wooden structure is visible next to the tracks, along with a cart and various construction materials. In the...

Date: 1897-03-10

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

GUSN: 382307

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.10539-B

Station baggage rooms, looking northeast, South Framingham, Framingham, Mass., 10540-B

The image depicts a small building with wooden siding, identified as a station baggage room, in South Framingham, Massachusetts. Snow covers the ground around the building and three men are standing near the entrance. A railroad track is visible in the foreground and additional station structures ca...

Date: 1905-01-28

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

GUSN: 382308

Ref. Code: PC015.002.320.10540-B

Framingham Station, Framingham, Mass., 10541-B

The image depicts Framingham Station in Framingham, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple train tracks running alongside an extended platform. The station building is visible in the background with a pitched roof and covered waiting areas. A cart is positioned prominently on the platform and a streetl...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382309

Ref. Code: PC015.002.320.10541-B

Framingham Station, Framingham, Mass., 10542-B

The image depicts Framingham Station in Framingham, Massachusetts. Railroad tracks run through the scene, with station buildings visible on the left side. Trees and additional small structures are present on the right side. A signal pole stands prominently near the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382310

Ref. Code: PC015.002.320.10542-B

New station marquee, Pittsfield, Mass., 10442-B

The image shows a new station marquee in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The marquee features decorative elements above an arched entrance supported by temporary wooden scaffolding. The building behind the marquee has large arched windows and is constructed of brick. Construction materials and debris are...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382211

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10442-B

McCabe's derrick removing old overhead footbridge, Pittsfield, Mass., 10443-B

The image shows a derrick, with the name "McCabe's," involved in the removal of an old overhead footbridge in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The scene includes workers on and around the structure, with tracks and a locomotive visible, emitting steam. Utility poles line the right side of the image agains...

Date: 1914-12-02

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

GUSN: 382212

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10443-B

McCabe's derrick car placing long span for new overhead footbridge, Pittsfield, Mass., 10444-B

The image shows McCabe's derrick car in the process of placing a long span for a new overhead footbridge in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Several workers are visible near the derrick car, and the area is covered with snow. The bridge structure is being constructed over a set of tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382213

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10444-B

McCabe's derrick car placing long span for new overhead footbridge, Pittsfield, Mass., 10445-B

The image depicts a derrick car, labeled as McCabe's, placing a long span for a new overhead footbridge in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The structure of the footbridge under construction is prominently visible, set against a backdrop of leafless trees and a snow-covered ground. Additionally, there is ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382214

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10445-B

New overhead footbridge, old footbridge in background, looking west, Pittsfield, Mass., 10446-B

The image depicts a railway scene in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, showing a new overhead footbridge spanning across the tracks. In the background, an old footbridge is also visible. Several construction materials and debris are scattered near the tracks, and a few people are seen on the bridges. The v...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382215

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10446-B

Broken dam as a result of flooding of the Westfield River in Berkshire Mountains, Middlefield, Mass., 10447-B

The image depicts a broken dam along the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts, caused by flooding. Visible elements include a structure made of large, piled stones with part of it missing, and water at the base indicating the floodâs impact. In the background, there are buildings that app...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382216

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10447-B

Tower #6 looking west from vicinity of Exeter Street, Exeter Street passenger coach yard at Huntington Avenue, freight yard at left, Boston, Mass., 10448-B

The image depicts a rail yard in Boston, Massachusetts, viewed from the vicinity of Exeter Street, looking west. Tower #6 is situated centrally, with multiple railway tracks extending outward in both directions. On the right, there are passenger coach cars, while on the left, a freight yard is visib...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382217

Ref. Code: PC015.002.070.10448-B

Exposed after flooding of Westfield River in Berkshire Mountains, Middlefield, Mass., 10449-B

The image shows a landscape in Middlefield, Massachusetts, in the Berkshire Mountains, following the flooding of the Westfield River. In the foreground, a large expanse of exposed rocky terrain is visible. In the background, there are several buildings, likely houses, surrounded by sparse trees.

Date: ca. 1907

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

GUSN: 382218

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10449-B

After flooding of Westfield River, Middlefield, Mass., 10450-B

The image shows a section of the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts, following a flood. The river flows through a rocky landscape, with leafless trees lining the banks. A person can be seen walking along the riverbank on the left side of the image and a building is visible in the backgrou...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382219

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10450-B

Damage of flooding of Westfield River, Middlefield, Mass., 10451-B

The image shows a landscape affected by flooding from the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts. The riverbank is eroded, with exposed soil and rocks visible. Bent or fallen trees and branches are also present.

Date: ca. 1907

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

GUSN: 382220

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10451-B

Westfield River flood damage, Middlefield, Mass., 10452-B

The image shows the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts, with visible damage from flooding. The river is surrounded by a rocky and barren landscape, including exposed rocks and scattered debris. There are bare trees and brush along the riverbanks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382221

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10452-B

Westfield River flood damage, Middlefield, Mass., 10453-B

The image shows damage caused by flooding along the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts. The river is visible with a swollen waterbody and rocks scattered along its banks. On one side of the river, there is a steep incline with bare trees and a disrupted path or road.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382222

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10453-B

Westfield River flood damage, Middlefield, Mass., 10454-B

The image shows flood damage along the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts. Large rocks and uprooted trees with tangled roots and branches are scattered along the riverbank.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382223

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10454-B

Washed out roadway over dam after flooding of Westfield River, Middlefield, Mass., 10455-B

The image shows a washed-out roadway over a dam following the flooding of the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there are large rocks and disturbed earth, while in the background, several buildings and bare trees are visible.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382224

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10455-B

Washouts along Westfield River after flood, Middlefield, Mass., 10456-B

The image shows a washout area along the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts, following a flood. There is a visible pile of rocks and debris near the water's edge, alongside an eroded embankment. Scattered wooden planks are also present in the scene.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382225

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10456-B

Broken dam and roadway over Westfield River after flood, Middlefield, Mass., 10457-B

The image depicts a broken dam and roadway at the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts, following a flood. A structure resembling a small building is visible on the riverbank next to the damaged area. The surrounding landscape includes trees and exposed earth. Large rocks and debris can be ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382226

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10457-B

After flood receded, area covered by lake formed by collapsed dam, Middlefield, Mass., 10458-B

The image shows a wide view of a landscape in Middlefield, Massachusetts, where a lake has formed as a result of a collapsed dam. The surrounding landscape includes distant hills and sparse vegetation.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382227

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10458-B

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