Historic New England

Old Boston and Albany hand car in Allston Yard, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5434-B

The image shows an old Boston and Albany Railroad hand car located in the Allston Yard in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. The hand car features a simple wooden platform with four large spoked wheels. In the background, there are various rail yard elements, including additional rail car parts and tr...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382718

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5434-B

Box car in the Back Bay railroad yards, Back Bay, Boston, Massachusetts, 5435-B

The image shows a box car situated on railway tracks in the Back Bay railroad yards in Boston, Massachusetts. The side of the box car features visible text, including "C.S.H." and "West End," with the date "June 22, 1897" noted. In the background, buildings can be seen, including one with signage th...

Date: 1897-06-22

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

GUSN: 382719

Ref. Code: PC015.002.130.5435-B

Dump car A-46 in Allston Yard, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5436-B

The image depicts dump car A-46 located in Allston Yard, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. The car is situated on railroad tracks and features a wooden structure with visible metal components, including chains and bolts. Other rail cars and industrial buildings can be seen in the backdrop.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382720

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5436-B

Interior of passenger coach fitted for Better Farming Special Train, 5437-B

The image shows the interior of a passenger coach fitted for the Better Farming Special Train. The coach is arranged with displays on both sides, featuring educational materials and small models of livestock on a table. A group of people, including some standing and some seated, are gathered in the ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382721

Ref. Code: PC015.002.700.5437-B

Boston Freight Yard (near Kneeland Street), image taken at old freight house #5, Boston, Massachusetts, 5438-B

The image depicts a scene at the Boston Freight Yard near Kneeland Street, specifically at old freight house #5 in Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are railroad tracks running across the foreground, a caboose marked âB&A 9,â and several freight cars adjacent to the warehouses. The background shows...

Date: ca. 1898

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

GUSN: 382722

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5438-B

West of railroad station looking east with road gang and approaching engine, Charlton, Massachusetts, 5439-B

1 glass plate negative

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382723

Ref. Code: PC015.002.170.5439-B

West of railroad station looking west with road gang and approaching engine, Charlton, Massachusetts, 5440-B

The image depicts a crew of workers positioned along a railroad track, engaged in maintenance or construction tasks, west of the railroad station in Charlton, Massachusetts. In the background, a train engine is approaching along the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382724

Ref. Code: PC015.002.170.5440-B

Rowe Street railroad crossing, Rowe, Massachusetts, 5441-B

This image depicts the Rowe Street railroad crossing in Rowe, Massachusetts. It shows a dirt road flanked by trees and a wooden fence, with a railroad crossing sign overhead. On the right, there is a house partially visible among trees and shrubbery.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382725

Ref. Code: PC015.002.500.5441-B

Speen Street Abutments, Natick, Massachusetts, 5442-B

The image depicts construction work on the Speen Street Abutments in Natick, Massachusetts. There is a railway crossing in the foreground, with a sign reading "RAILROAD CROSSING LOOK OUT FOR ENGINE." Several workers are visible on large stone structures, and a crane is being used in the construction...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382726

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.5442-B

West side of Speen Street, south side of railroad, Natick, Massachusetts, 5443-B

The image shows a wooden fence running alongside a sloped area on the west side of Speen Street, south of a railroad in Natick, Massachusetts. In the background, there is a house visible with a few trees nearby. The terrain is uneven and slightly elevated.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382727

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.5443-B

East slope of Mill Street, north side of railroad, Natick, Massachusetts, 5444-B

The image shows a wooden fence along the east slope of Mill Street, located on the north side of a railroad in Natick, Massachusetts. The fence runs parallel to the incline, with leafless trees and a small structure visible in the surrounding area.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382728

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.5444-B

Farnum Bros. Limeworks, looking west from top of trestle, Cheshire, Massachusetts, 5445-B

The image depicts a scene from the top of a trestle at Farnum Bros. Limeworks in Cheshire, Massachusetts, looking west. A railway track runs along the trestle with utility poles alongside. In the background, there are buildings and a hilly landscape with trees. A body of water is visible to the righ...

Date: 1904-04-22

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

GUSN: 382729

Ref. Code: PC015.002.170.5445-B

Farnum Bros. Limeworks, looking west, electric railroad trestle on right, Cheshire, Massachusetts, 5446-B

The image depicts the Farnum Bros. Limeworks in Cheshire, Massachusetts, looking west. On the right side, an electric railroad trestle extends across a body of water. Buildings are visible in the background, with hills and trees in the distance.

Date: 1904-04-22

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

GUSN: 382730

Ref. Code: PC015.002.170.5446-B

Farnum Bros. Limeworks, looking east, electric railroad trestle on right, Cheshire, Massachusetts, 5447-B

The image depicts the Farnum Bros. Limeworks in Cheshire, Massachusetts, looking eastward. In the foreground, there is a dirt area with piles of logs and a body of water on the right. An electric railroad trestle extends across the body of water. The wooden structures and utility poles run parallel ...

Date: 1904-04-22

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

GUSN: 382731

Ref. Code: PC015.002.170.5447-B

Farnum Bros. Limeworks, looking east, electric railroad trestle on right, Cheshire, Massachusetts, 5448-B

The image depicts the Farnum Bros. Limeworks in Cheshire, Massachusetts, looking east. A railroad track curves from the foreground to the background, and an electric railroad trestle is visible on the right. Several people are standing near the trestle, and the landscape includes trees and a body of...

Date: 1904-04-22

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

GUSN: 382732

Ref. Code: PC015.002.170.5448-B

Schermerhorn's crossing, looking north and east of tracks, Schodack, New York, 5449-B

The image depicts Schermerhorn's crossing in Schodack, New York, looking north and east along the railroad tracks. Visible are the railroad tracks running diagonally across the image, flanked by utility poles. A "Railroad Crossing" sign with additional warnings stands on the left, beside a wooden fe...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382733

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.5449-B

View along railroad tracks, Springfield, Massachusetts, 5450-B

The image shows a view along railroad tracks in Springfield, Massachusetts. Multiple train tracks extend into the distance, with a train visible on one of the tracks. The surrounding area includes utility poles, a few buildings, and some trees.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382734

Ref. Code: PC015.002.530.5450-B

Looking west at Gales' Crossing, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5451-B

The image shows a view looking west at Gales' Crossing in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Two sets of railroad tracks run straight through the center, flanked by wooden fences and utility poles. There are signs on both sides of the crossing that read "Railroad Crossing." The landscape is covered in snow,...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382735

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5451-B

Jason's Crossing, looking west, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5452-B

The image shows a snowy landscape at Jason's Crossing in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, looking west. Railroad tracks extend into the distance on the right side, and there is a small shelter or building near a railroad crossing sign on the left. Trees and hills are visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382736

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5452-B

Rocky Hill on Milford Branch, showing Milford and Uxbridge Street railroad crossing, Milford, Massachusetts, 5453-B

The image depicts the railroad crossing at Milford and Uxbridge Street in Milford, Massachusetts, featuring visible train tracks running through the center. On the left side, there is a large barn structure surrounded by a few bare trees. The ground near the tracks is bordered by wooden fences and s...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382737

Ref. Code: PC015.002.340.5453-B

Rocky Hill on Milford Branch, showing Milford and Uxbridge Street railroad crossing, Milford, Massachusetts, 5454-B

The image depicts a railroad crossing at Milford and Uxbridge Street in Milford, Massachusetts. A set of train tracks runs through a rocky area, flanked by trees and hills. A wooden fence is visible in the foreground.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382738

Ref. Code: PC015.002.340.5454-B

View on North Brookfield Branch, East Brookfield, Massachusetts, 5455-B

The image depicts a dirt road in East Brookfield, Massachusetts, with several utility poles lining the roadside. A sign reading "Railroad Crossing" is visible. To the left, there is a two-story house near the road, and further in the background, more houses and trees can be seen.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382739

Ref. Code: PC015.002.300.5455-B

View on North Brookfield Branch, East Brookfield, Massachusetts, 5456-B

The image shows a railway track extending into the distance in East Brookfield, Massachusetts, identified as the North Brookfield Branch. On either side of the track, there are wooden fences and telegraph poles. A house with window shutters is visible on the right, while additional structures and tr...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382740

Ref. Code: PC015.002.300.5456-B

Riverside, looking west, Newton, Massachusetts, 5457-B

The image depicts a railway yard at Riverside, looking west in Newton, Massachusetts. Multiple railroad tracks run parallel, with utility poles lining the area. In the background, a hillside with sparse trees is visible. An elevated gantry with signal lights is situated over the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382741

Ref. Code: PC015.002.430.5457-B

Main line at Riverside, looking west toward Weston and Wellesley Farms, Newton, Massachusetts, 5458-B

The image depicts a set of railroad tracks at Riverside, looking west toward Weston and Wellesley Farms in Newton, Massachusetts. The tracks extend into the distance and overhead signal towers are visible. On the left side, utility poles and a small structure are seen alongside the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382742

Ref. Code: PC015.002.430.5458-B

Four tracks of the main line, looking west, Newton, Massachusetts, 5459-B

The image shows four parallel railroad tracks of the main line in Newton, Massachusetts, extending westward. There are telegraph poles along both sides, and a bridge is visible in the distance. Residential structures and a fence are seen on the left side over the sloped earth embankment.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382743

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.5459-B

Old Boston and Albany railroad car repair building on right, demolished by building of the Massachusetts Turnpike, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5460-B

The image depicts multiple railroad tracks converging into the distance, with a brick building on the right identified as the old Boston and Albany railroad car repair building. Several train cars are visible on the tracks. Utility poles line the tracks, and a small building can be seen further alon...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382744

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5460-B

Cottage Farm, looking east, near present location of Boston University buildings, Brookline, Boston, Massachusetts, 5461-B

The image depicts a set of railway tracks curving into the distance, positioned near a wooden fence. Utility poles are visible alongside the tracks. In the background, there are trees and a glimpse of buildings, with an overpass stretching across the tracks. This location is identified as Cottage Fa...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382745

Ref. Code: PC015.002.160.5461-B

View along railroad tracks, looking east, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5462-B

The image shows a view along railroad tracks in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, looking east. Multiple parallel tracks extend into the distance. On the right, a small group of people stands near the tracks beside a train carriage. Several utility poles and a small building are visible on the left s...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382746

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5462-B

View of railroad tracks, Wellesley Station in the background under a bridge, Wellesley, Massachusetts, 5463-B

The image shows railroad tracks extending into the distance with Wellesley Station visible under a bridge. The scene is framed by rocky terrain on the left and telegraph poles lining both sides of the tracks. The bridge crosses over the tracks, and there are structures and a few trees in the backgro...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382747

Ref. Code: PC015.002.570.5463-B

Looking east along tracks from Austerlitz Street, Chatham, New York, 5464-B

A view looking east along railroad tracks from Austerlitz Street in Chatham, New York. The image shows tracks curving into the distance, bordered by vegetation and some buildings. A utility pole with wires and a sign is visible on the left side.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382748

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.5464-B

View of man standing on railroad tracks in the Berkshire Mountains, looking west, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 5465-B

A man is standing on railroad tracks in a mountainous area of the Berkshire Mountains in Middlefield, Massachusetts, looking toward the west. The surrounding landscape includes sparsely wooded hills and rugged terrain. The tracks stretch into the distance, flanked by signaling equipment and a river ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382749

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.5465-B

Bridge #135, east of Middlefield near Chester, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 5466-B

The image depicts Bridge #135, located east of Middlefield near Chester, Massachusetts. A railroad track curves to the left, and a person stands near the edge of the track, possibly conducting measurements. To the right, a river flows between dense vegetation and rocky banks. A telegraph pole is als...

Date: 1904-08-25

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

GUSN: 382750

Ref. Code: PC015.002.350.5466-B

View of Hudson Avenue, Chatham, New York, 5467-B

The image shows a view of Hudson Avenue in Chatham, New York. There is an unpaved road running parallel to a set of railroad tracks, separated by a sidewalk. On the left side, utility poles with multiple wires and signs line the street, while trees and residential buildings are visible in the backgr...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382751

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.5467-B

View of Hudson Avenue, Chatham, New York, 5468-B

The image depicts a view of Hudson Avenue in Chatham, New York. It features a wide, unpaved road lined with trees on both sides. On the right side of the road, several houses can be seen, including a prominent two-story house with a porch. Utility poles are also visible along the road. In the foregr...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382752

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.5468-B

Grand Junction Branch, view of oil works, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 5469-B

The image depicts the Grand Junction Branch railroad tracks in Cambridge, Massachusetts, leading towards an industrial area identified as oil works. There are fenced areas on both sides of the tracks, with buildings to the left and a visible freight car marked "B&A" positioned alongside. Utility pol...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382753

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.5469-B

Bulkhead at east end of old stock yard in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5470-B

The image shows a bulkhead made of large wooden timbers at the east end of an old stock yard in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. A railroad track runs alongside the bulkhead and a rail car is visible on the track. There are utility poles along the track and a large building is seen in the background...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382754

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5470-B

Boylston Street, north of tracks, Newton Highlands, Newton, Massachusetts, 5471-B

The image depicts a snow-covered railroad area on Boylston Street, north of the tracks in Newton Highlands, Newton, Massachusetts. Visible are train tracks crossing the road, a small building near the tracks, utility poles, and a railroad crossing sign that reads "RAILROAD CROSSING" and "LOOK OUT FO...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382755

Ref. Code: PC015.002.400.5471-B

Fitzgerald's Crossing, 5472-B

The image depicts a rural scene known as Fitzgerald's Crossing. A dirt road leads over a railway track, flanked by wooden fences and triangular warning signs. The landscape features grassy fields and scattered trees in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382756

Ref. Code: PC015.002.740.5472-B

View of flood destruction, Russell, Massachusetts, 5622-B

The image depicts a view of flood destruction in Russell, Massachusetts. Several buildings are visible, surrounded by snow-covered ground and scattered debris. There are train tracks with a train car nearby and the background shows a hilly landscape with more buildings.

Date: 1907

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

GUSN: 382907

Ref. Code: PC015.002.510.5622-B

Westfield River, taken after flood of 1907, Russell, Massachusetts, 5623-B

The image depicts the Westfield River in Russell, Massachusetts, following the flood of 1907. The river is partially frozen, with large chunks of ice scattered along the banks. In the background, there are hills, trees, and several houses visible on the hillside.

Date: 1907

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

GUSN: 382908

Ref. Code: PC015.002.510.5623-B

Trolley line, either near North Adams branch or at Framingham, 5624-B

The image shows a trolley line running through a snowy landscape, near the North Adams branch or at Framingham. A set of tracks runs parallel to a lightly snowy road, with utility poles lining the tracks. Trees and open fields are visible on either side of the road and tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382909

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.5624-B

Austerlitz Street, Chatham, New York, 5625-B

The image shows Austerlitz Street in Chatham, New York, covered in snow. Several wooden buildings are visible along the street, with a large multi-story hotel featuring a prominent porch on the right. A railroad crossing sign is present on the left. A few leafless trees can be seen scattered through...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382910

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.5625-B

Chatham Center, Chatham, New York, 5626-B

The image shows a rural dirt road curving through Chatham Center in Chatham, New York. To the left, there is a fence with a tree growing nearby. On the right side of the road, several wooden buildings and a row of utility poles can be seen in the distance.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382911

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.5626-B

View of green, Chatham, New York, 5627-B

The image depicts a view of a green with a dirt street and a row of leafless trees in Chatham, New York. In the background, houses and other buildings can be seen, along with a horse and carriage on the road. The trees are arranged along the pathway.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382912

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.5627-B

Front porch of Chatham Hotel, Chatham, New York, 5628-B

The image shows the front porch of the Chatham Hotel in Chatham, New York. On the right side of the image, the hotel features a prominent porch with columns. Trees line the grassy area in front of the building and a dirt road runs parallel to the hotel. In the background, there are other structures ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382913

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.5628-B

Destruction after flood in Berkshire Mountains, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 5629-B

The image shows a wooden structure that appears damaged due to flooding in Middlefield, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there is a scattered arrangement of rocks and debris. Sparse trees are visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382914

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.5629-B

View of Berkshire Mountains, Chester, Massachusetts, 5630-B

The image shows a view of the Berkshire Mountains in Chester, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there are trees and a small building, possibly a barn, situated in a field. The mountainous terrain extends into the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382915

Ref. Code: PC015.002.190.5630-B

Railroad crossing, Gilbertville, Hardwick, Massachusetts, 5631-B

The image shows a railroad crossing in Gilbertville, Hardwick, Massachusetts. A dirt road leads through the area, with several people walking and a horse-drawn wagon present. In the background, there are residential buildings and trees, and a wooden fence runs alongside the sidewalk.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382916

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.5631-B

Men and team of horses, Gilbertville, Hardwick, Massachusetts, 5632-B

The image shows a group of men standing beside a team of two horses harnessed to a wagon in Gilbertville, Hardwick, Massachusetts. The background includes a rural landscape with a few buildings and trees on a hillside. There is wooden fencing and some equipment visible in the foreground.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382917

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.5632-B

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