Historic New England

Poster for Icy Pi, something new to eat, Automatic Cone Co., Cambridge, Mass., circa 1925

Poster advertising the "Icy Pi", a rectangular container made of cake meant to hold ice cream. Icy Pi was patented by James Denaro of the Automatic Cone Co. in 1925, but fell out of production by the mid-20th century.

Date: circa 1925

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 378299

Ref. Code: EP001.15.048

Kage Co. Glitter Plaque, undated

A small melted plastic wall or window decoration probably manufactured by the Kage Co. in Manchester, Connecticut. Kage company decorations were popular between the 1960s and 1970s. Now considered nostalgic collectibles, they can often be found online or through vintage resellers.

Date: undated

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 378312

Ref. Code: EP001.15.049

Cut-A-Cord, Office of James J. Storrow, Federal Fuel Administrator for Massachusetts, State House, Boston, Mass., circa 1917-1918

World War I-era poster from the Massachusetts arm of the Federal Fuel Administration asking citizens to burn more wood for heat/fuel in order to preserve coal for war-related uses. Illustrated with the American flag and lists the current prices for different kinds of wood. Poster was issued by James...

Date: circa 1917-1918

Collection: Prints and engravings collection, 1830s-1920s

GUSN: 378313

Ref. Code: GC002.02.353

Autograph album of Fannie Fellows, Sandwich, New Hampshire, circa 1878-1881

Autograph album of Fannie Fellows, with signatures dated between 1878 and 1881, when she was about 10-12 years old. It contains signatures from a number of individuals, such as her father Enoch Q. Fellows, her brother Willie B. Fellows, her sister Lizzie M. Fellows, her aunt Dorothy S. Flanders (Bar...

Date: circa 1878-1881

Collection: Miscellaneous manuscript collection

GUSN: 378331

Ref. Code: MS029.002.053

2 Hammond Real Estate publications, 2020

File part

Date: 2020

Collection: Peabody-Williams House collection

GUSN: 378333

Ref. Code: MS066.05.07

Photographic prints, 1927-1954, undated

1 legal sized folder

Date: 1927-1954, undated

Collection: Peabody-Williams House collection

GUSN: 378334

Ref. Code: MS066.04.09

Donor's notes, 2003-2009

Series contains handwritten research notes regarding the history of 7 Norman Road, notes regarding the HNE easement program, research into National Register of Historic places designation, correspondence and a copy of an American Antiquarian Society publication, a list of household contents during t...

Date: 2003-2009, undated

Collection: Peabody-Williams House collection

GUSN: 378335

Ref. Code: MS066.06

Exterior view of the Davis-Freeman House, West Gloucester, Gloucester, Massachusetts, H-455.5

The image shows the exterior view of the Davis-Freeman House located in West Gloucester, Gloucester, Massachusetts. The house is a two-story wooden structure with multiple windows and a central chimney. In the foreground, there is a stone wall and several large pipes lying on the ground. Trees and d...

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378355

Ref. Code: PC027.001.001.030.H-455.5

Portrait of Dr. Mark Hopkins (one time President of Williams College), H-889

The image is a portrait of an elderly man identified as Dr. Mark Hopkins, who was once the President of Williams College. He is wearing a suit with a bow tie, and his hair is short and receding. The photograph is a formal head-and-shoulders portrait, showing him facing slightly to the side.

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378356

Ref. Code: PC027.001.009.H-889

Portrait of Rawson, H-890a

The image is a portrait of an individual identified as Rawson. The person is depicted wearing a traditional dark outfit with a white collar and a black cap. They are holding a book with one hand while gesturing with the other.

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378357

Ref. Code: PC027.001.009.H-890a

Portrait of Rawson, H-890b

The portrait depicts an individual wearing a dark outfit with a white collar. The subject is holding a book in their left hand and has a ring on their right hand. The background is plain and the subject is wearing a cap. Their expression is neutral and the subject is facing slightly to the left.

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378358

Ref. Code: PC027.001.009.H-890b

Portrait of William Ellery Channing, H-895

The image is a portrait of William Ellery Channing. It shows a man with short hair, looking directly at the viewer. He is wearing a high-collared garment. The portrait is oval-shaped and signed at the bottom.

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378359

Ref. Code: PC027.001.009.H-895

Portrait of William Morris, H-918

The image is a portrait of a bearded man identified as William Morris. He is resting his head on his hand and gazing directly at the viewer.

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378360

Ref. Code: PC027.001.009.H-918

Portrait of William Morris, H-918a

The image is a portrait of a man identified as William Morris. He has a full beard and is resting his head on one hand.

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378361

Ref. Code: PC027.001.009.H-918a

Portrait of John Ruskin, H-919

The image is a portrait of a man identified as John Ruskin. He has a long beard and mustache, and his hair is parted to the side. He is wearing a jacket over a patterned vest with a high-collared shirt visible underneath.

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378362

Ref. Code: PC027.001.009.H-919

Portrait of Rudyard Kipling, H-926a

The image is a portrait of a man with glasses, a mustache, and short hair named Rudyard Kipling. He is wearing a high-collared garment and is positioned facing slightly to the left.

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378363

Ref. Code: PC027.001.009.H-926a

Portrait of Cotton Mather, H-931a

This image is a portrait of Cotton Mather, depicted in an oval frame. He is wearing a dark coat with a white clerical collar and has distinctively curled hair.

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378364

Ref. Code: PC027.001.009.H-931a

Portrait of Dorothy Quincy Hancock, H-942

The image is a portrait of Dorothy Quincy Hancock. It depicts Dorothy seated with her head resting on her hand, wearing an elaborate gown with lace detailing. Her hair is styled with a decorative headpiece.

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378365

Ref. Code: PC027.001.009.H-942

Portrait of John Hancock, H-943

The image is a portrait of John Hancock, who is seated beside a table. He is wearing a formal coat with visible ruffles at the cuffs. Hancock is holding a quill pen in his right hand, poised over an open ledger or book. A curtain is draped in the background.

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378366

Ref. Code: PC027.001.009.H-943

Portrait of John Hancock, H-943b

The image is a portrait of John Hancock, who is seated beside a table. He is wearing a formal coat with visible ruffles at the cuffs. Hancock is holding a quill pen in his right hand, poised over an open ledger or book. A curtain is draped in the background.

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378367

Ref. Code: PC027.001.009.H-943b

Portrait of Louisa May Alcott, H-950

The image is a portrait of Louisa May Alcott. It depicts a woman with her hair pulled back, wearing a high-collared garment with a decorative feature. The portrait is focused on her head and shoulders, with a neutral background.

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378368

Ref. Code: PC027.001.009.H-950

Portrait of Henry David Thoreau, H-951b

The image is a portrait of Henry David Thoreau. It depicts him with a full beard and combed back hair. He is wearing a dark suit with a bow tie and a collared shirt.

Date: 1890-1939

Collection: Halliday Historic Photograph Company photographic collection, 1890s-1930s

GUSN: 378369

Ref. Code: PC027.001.009.H-951b

Locomotive #1206, front view, 8624-B

The image shows a front view of Locomotive #1206 positioned on a track, partially inside an engine house. The locomotive's number is clearly visible on the front. The surrounding area includes a brick structure and partial view of the tracks extending into the distance.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384357

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8624-B

Locomotive #2534, front view, 8625-B

The image shows a front view of Locomotive #2534. The front of the train has a round number plate displaying "2534." There are various mechanical components visible, including metal bars and connectors. Another locomotive marked with "N.Y.C. & H.R." is partially visible on the left.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384358

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8625-B

Locomotive #24, diamond stack, Exeter Street Railroad Yard, Boston, Massachusetts, 8626-B

The image depicts Locomotive #24 with a diamond stack, positioned in the Exeter Street Railroad Yard in Boston, Massachusetts. A man is leaning against the front of the locomotive, holding a tool. In the background, part of a train car labeled "MAIL" is visible.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384359

Ref. Code: PC015.002.070.8626-B

Locomotive #1258, Back Bay Railroad Yard, Boston, Massachusetts, 8627-B

The image shows Locomotive #1258 of the New York Central Lines at the Back Bay Railroad Yard in Boston, Massachusetts. The locomotive is positioned on railway tracks and is accompanied by railroad cars. Buildings can be seen in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384360

Ref. Code: PC015.002.130.8627-B

Concord Street grade crossing, Framingham, Massachusetts, 8628-B

The image shows the Concord Street grade crossing in Framingham, Massachusetts. Visible elements include railroad tracks crossing a street, a train engine, and a "RAILROAD CROSSING" sign with the words "LOOK OUT FOR THE ENGINE." In the background, there is a multi-story brick building with various s...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384361

Ref. Code: PC015.002.310.8628-B

Locomotive at engine house, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 8629-B

The image depicts a locomotive positioned at an engine house in West Springfield, Massachusetts. The locomotive is on a set of tracks with multiple rails visible in the foreground. Brick structures are seen in the background, along with utility poles and wires overhead. A pile of coal is positioned ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384362

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.8629-B

Passenger train with locomotive #211, taken before 4-4-0, 8630-B

The image shows a passenger train featuring locomotive #211 on railway tracks. In the foreground, the steam locomotive is visible with smoke emanating from the stack, followed by several passenger cars. A figure is visible walking along the tracks, and an apparatus with a cover is positioned to the ...

Date: ca. 1898

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

GUSN: 384363

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8630-B

Construction of new passenger station, looking west at canopy and track area, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 8984-B

The image depicts the construction of a new passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, viewed looking west. The scene includes a canopy over the track area, with several sets of railway tracks visible. There are people walking along the platfor, and a train with multiple cars is stationed on th...

Date: 1914-11-05

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

GUSN: 384364

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.8984-B

Locomotive #748, 4-4-0 Diamond Stack, shown in engine house, 8631-B

The image shows Locomotive #748, a 4-4-0 Diamond Stack model, positioned on a track in an engine house. The locomotive features prominent drive wheels and a distinctive diamond-shaped chimney stack. The structure of the engine house, including its multiple arched bays, is visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384365

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8631-B

Locomotive #2520, 2-8-0 freight, side view, 8632-B

The image depicts Locomotive #2520, which is a 2-8-0 freight train. The view is from the side, showing the locomotive on a set of train tracks. The engine is coupled to a tender filled with coal. There are visible details such as the stack, domes, and large wheels.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384366

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8632-B

Capsized derrick at Faneuil, Boston, Massachusetts, 8633-B

The image shows a capsized derrick near railroad tracks in Boston, Massachusetts. A group of people is gathered around the scene, examining the wreck. Steam is visible from a train on the track above the slope where the derrick is overturned. The background features leafless trees and a slightly ele...

Date: 1896-11-20

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

GUSN: 384367

Ref. Code: PC015.002.120.8633-B

Locomotive #748, shown in engine house, 8634-B

The image shows Locomotive #748 positioned inside an engine house. It is centered on a turntable with visible tracks leading into the engine bays. The building features numerous evenly spaced windows and a roof adorned with small chimneys or ventilators. Another locomotive can be seen in the backgro...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384368

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8634-B

Locomotive #2520, 2-8-0 freight, angle view, 8635-B

The image features Locomotive #2520, a 2-8-0 freight locomotive, captured from an angled view. It is situated on train tracks, with its large wheels and visible mechanical components prominent. A tender filled with coal is attached to the locomotive's rear and some additional rail cars can be seen i...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384369

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8635-B

Locomotive #753, 4-4-0, diamond stack, 8636-B

The image shows Locomotive #753, which is a 4-4-0 type steam engine with a distinctive diamond stack chimney. The front of the locomotive features a headlamp above the number plate, and it's positioned on railway tracks. The background features an enginehouse.

Date: 1906-08-25

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

GUSN: 384370

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8636-B

Grade crossing looking west, showing signals and locomotive, Grafton Street, Worcester, Massachusetts, 8637-B

The image displays a grade crossing on Grafton Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking west. Visible features include railway signals and a locomotive emitting steam on the tracks. There are industrial buildings and telegraph poles in the background, with snow on the ground and two people near t...

Date: ca. 1909

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

GUSN: 384371

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.8637-B

Locomotive #391, 0-6-0, East Boston Railroad Yard, switch engine, Boston, Massachusetts, 8638-B

The image depicts Locomotive #391, a 0-6-0 switch engine, situated in the East Boston Railroad Yard in Boston, Massachusetts. The locomotive is seen on railway tracks with part of the yard infrastructure visible in the background, including a covered structure and freight cars.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384372

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.8638-B

Locomotive #99, 0-4-0 switcher, 8639-B

The image features Locomotive #99, a 0-4-0 switcher engine. This steam locomotive has a distinctive front with prominent wheels and a detailed cab. The tender attached is marked with "NYC." The setting appears to be a rail yard, with tracks and telegraph poles visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384373

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8639-B

Engine house interior, showing locomotive #3515, Pacific 4-6-2 passenger, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 8640-B

The image shows the interior of an engine house where a locomotive, numbered 3515, is stationed. The locomotive is a Pacific 4-6-2 passenger type. The setting is West Springfield, Massachusetts. The structureâs ceiling features visible wooden beams and the locomotive is positioned on parallel trac...

Date: ca. 1911

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

GUSN: 384374

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.8640-B

Locomotive #391, 0-6-0, East Boston Railroad Yard, switch engine, Boston, Massachusetts, 8641-B

The image shows Locomotive #391, classified as a 0-6-0 switch engine, situated in the East Boston Railroad Yard in Boston, Massachusetts. The locomotive is prominently displayed on a set of railway tracks, with characteristic features such as a large headlamp, steam domes, and a visible cab. Additio...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384375

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.8641-B

Locomotive #2649, front view, 2-8-0 freight, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 8642-B

The image shows a front view of Locomotive #2649, a 2-8-0 freight train, situated in West Springfield, Massachusetts. The train is positioned on the tracks with industrial buildings and a tall smokestack visible in the background.

Date: 1911-01-18

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

GUSN: 384376

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.8642-B

Locomotive #2649, side view, 2-8-0 freight, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 8643-B

The image shows a side view of Locomotive #2649, a 2-8-0 freight train, situated in West Springfield, Massachusetts. The locomotive is on railway tracks, with visible steam emitting from it and a person visible in the engine cab area. Industrial buildings and other rail yard elements are visible in ...

Date: 1911-01-18

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

GUSN: 384377

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.8643-B

Locomotive #2649, angle view, 2-8-0 freight, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 8644-B

The image shows Locomotive #2649, a 2-8-0 freight train, positioned at an angle. It is situated on railroad tracks in West Springfield, Massachusetts. The locomotive has prominent wheels and visible details on its body and tender, with smoke or steam rising. A tall smokestack is visible in the backg...

Date: 1911-01-18

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

GUSN: 384378

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.8644-B

Locomotive #1913, rear view, 8645-B

The image shows the rear view of Locomotive #1913 on a turntable at a railway yard. The locomotive is positioned on tracks with a large number "1913" visible on the back. In the background, there are structures with open bays, where other railcars or locomotives are visible. A person stands near the...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384379

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8645-B

Locomotive #87, switch engine, Framingham, Massachusetts, 8646-B

The image shows Locomotive #87, a switch engine, situated on train tracks in Framingham, Massachusetts. The locomotive is positioned in a rail yard, and there are other train cars visible in the background. The engine displays a cylindrical front lamp and a cab with windows. The environment includes...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384380

Ref. Code: PC015.002.320.8646-B

Double ender locomotive #1250, used on Highland Branch, Beacon Park Yard, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 8647-B

The image displays a double-ended locomotive numbered 1250, marked with "New York Central Lines." The locomotive is situated on tracks at Beacon Park Yard in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. The side profile shows the locomotive's detailed structure, including its large wheels, boiler, and cab.

Date: 1910-06-22

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

GUSN: 384381

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.8647-B

Locomotive #183, showing wreck after running off end of coal trestle, 8648-B

The image shows Locomotive #183 after a wreck, having run off the end of a coal trestle. The locomotive is tilted with damage visible, and the coal hopper is overturned above it. Two individuals are seen near the wreckage on the left side. The background includes trees and a utility pole.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384382

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8648-B

Locomotive #34, front view, 8649-B

The image shows a front view of Locomotive #34, prominently displaying its number on the circular front panel. The engine is positioned in front of a wooden structure, possibly a shed or depot, with windows visible on the right side. Various mechanical components and railings are visible on the loco...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384383

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8649-B

Railroad yard, showing locomotive, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 8650-B

The image shows a railroad yard in West Springfield, Massachusetts, featuring a locomotive emitting steam on the tracks. The surrounding area includes multiple sets of railroad tracks, and in the background, there is a large industrial building with a tall chimney.

Date: 1911-01-30

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

GUSN: 384384

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.8650-B

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