Historic New England

"Better Farming Special" train, showing crowd of people, 8586-B

The image depicts a crowd of people gathered around a man speaking, possibly associated with the "Better Farming Special" train. The group includes both men and women, most of whom are wearing hats and formal attire. The setting appears to be outdoors in a small town with buildings and bare trees vi...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384319

Ref. Code: PC015.002.700.8586-B

"Better Farming Special" train, showing women on back of railroad car, 8587-B

The image shows a group of women standing on the back platform of a railroad car labeled as part of the "Better Farming Special" train. The women are dressed in early 20th-century fashion, with hats and long dresses. A sign held by one woman advertises a "Better Farming" event. Several men and child...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384320

Ref. Code: PC015.002.700.8587-B

Local freight train at grade crossing in the Berkshires, Chester, Massachusetts, 8588-B

The image depicts a local freight train approaching a grade crossing in Chester, Massachusetts, located in the Berkshires. The scene includes a "Rail Road Crossing" sign, and the train is visible on the tracks, with surrounding trees and a small structure nearby. The landscape has a light covering o...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384321

Ref. Code: PC015.002.190.8588-B

Freight train in the Berkshires, Russell, Massachusetts, 8589-B

The image shows a freight train traveling through the Berkshires near Russell, Massachusetts. The train is moving along curved tracks beside a rocky embankment with a river running parallel. A line of trees can be seen behind the tracks in the background. Smoke can be seen coming from the locomotive...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384322

Ref. Code: PC015.002.510.8589-B

Flint's East Crossing, looking north, Canaan, New York, 8590-B

The image shows a rural landscape at Flint's East Crossing in Canaan, New York, facing north. A set of railroad tracks runs across the foreground. In the middle distance, a dirt path or road curves through bushy vegetation towards a distant, hilly horizon. A signpost is visible on the right side of ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384323

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.8590-B

View looking north, showing electric railroad crossing on the right and railroad station in the left background, Maple Grove, Adams, Massachusetts, 8591-B

The image shows a snowy scene looking north at an electric railroad crossing on the right, with tracks running through the frame. On the left side in the background, a railroad station is visible. There are several utility poles and a small shed on the right side of the tracks. The words "RAILROAD C...

Date: 1906-01-05

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

GUSN: 384324

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.8591-B

General view of work on elimination of grade crossing, North Adams Branch, Maple Grove, Adams, Massachusetts, 8592-B

The image shows a view of infrastructure work related to the elimination of a grade crossing on the North Adams Branch in Maple Grove, Adams, Massachusetts. A bridge or overpass spans across the scene, with a fenced-off area in the foreground. Utility poles and trees are visible in the background.

Date: 1907-07-29

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

GUSN: 384325

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.8592-B

General view of work on elimination of grade crossing, North Adams Branch, Maple Grove, Adams, Massachusetts, 8593-B

The image provides a general view of the work being conducted to eliminate a grade crossing on the North Adams Branch in Maple Grove, Adams, Massachusetts. It shows a rural landscape with rolling hills, some houses, a bridge over a body of water, and ongoing construction work in a wooded area.

Date: 1907-07-29

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

GUSN: 384326

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.8593-B

General view of work on elimination of grade crossing, North Adams Branch, Maple Grove, Adams, Massachusetts, 8594-B

The image shows a general view of construction work aimed at eliminating a grade crossing in the North Adams Branch at Maple Grove, Adams, Massachusetts. A wooden house is visible on the left, with railroad tracks curving in the foreground. Construction materials and work areas are seen with a bridg...

Date: 1907-07-29

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

GUSN: 384327

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.8594-B

General view of work on elimination of grade crossing, North Adams Branch, Maple Grove, Adams, Massachusetts, 8595-B

The image depicts construction work in progress for the elimination of a grade crossing on the North Adams Branch in Maple Grove, Adams, Massachusetts. The scene features railroad tracks running along a dirt road, flanked by trees and utility poles. There are visible construction materials and a str...

Date: 1907-07-29

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

GUSN: 384328

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.8595-B

Electric railroad crossing, looking north, North Adams Branch, Maple Grove, Adams, Massachusetts, 8596-B

The image shows a view looking north along the North Adams Branch at an electric railroad crossing in Maple Grove, Adams, Massachusetts. Visible in the foreground is a sign that reads "ROAD CROSSING" and "LOOK OUT FOR THE ENGINE." The scene is lined with trees and features buildings and utility pole...

Date: 1906-01-09

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

GUSN: 384329

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.8596-B

Cool's Crossing, view looking south from center of crossing, Adams, Massachusetts, 8597-B

The image shows a snowy railroad crossing in Adams, Massachusetts, viewed from the center, looking south. On the left, there are railroad cars and a large building. On the right, smaller buildings and utility poles line the tracks. A sign reads "Railroad Crossing, Look Out for the Cars." Bare trees ...

Date: 1906-12-21

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

GUSN: 384330

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.8597-B

Grade crossing looking north in the Berkshires, Lanesborough, Massachusetts, 8598-B

The image shows a rural grade crossing in Lanesborough, Massachusetts, facing north in the Berkshires. A dirt road intersects with a railway line, marked by a sign reading "Railroad Crossing." The surrounding landscape features utility poles, trees, and low vegetation on either side of the crossing.

Date: 1908

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

GUSN: 384331

Ref. Code: PC015.002.340.8598-B

North crossing, 210' from crossing looking south, North Adams Branch, Lanesborough, Massachusetts, 8599-B

The image shows a dirt road at the North crossing, 210 feet from the crossing, looking south along the North Adams Branch in Lanesborough, Massachusetts. On either side of the road, there are telegraph poles and signs indicating a railroad crossing. The area is bordered by trees and vegetation.

Date: 1908

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

GUSN: 384332

Ref. Code: PC015.002.340.8599-B

Cook's Crossing, view looking north from south of crossing, North Adams Branch, Adams, Massachusetts, 8600-B

The image depicts a view looking north from Cook's Crossing on the North Adams Branch in Adams, Massachusetts. Snow covers the ground and railroad tracks, which run through the center of the image. Several houses line the right side of the tracks, and utility poles are visible along both sides of th...

Date: 1906-12-21

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

GUSN: 384333

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.8600-B

Cook's Crossing, view looking west, North Adams Branch, Adams, Massachusetts, 8601-B

The image depicts Cook's Crossing on the North Adams Branch in Adams, Massachusetts, looking west. In the foreground, a snow-covered street is visible. Several wooden buildings line the street, with utility poles and wires nearby. A person is seen walking on the right side of the image and bare tree...

Date: 1906-12-21

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

GUSN: 384334

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.8601-B

Cook's Crossing, view looking east, North Adams Branch, Adams, Massachusetts, 8602-B

The image shows a snowy street scene at Cook's Crossing in Adams, Massachusetts, looking east along the North Adams Branch. To the right, there is a building with signage for "D.B. Cook," offering coal and wood, and advertisements for "Le Roy Plows" and "Adriance Farm Machinery." The left side featu...

Date: 1906-12-21

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

GUSN: 384335

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.8602-B

Railroad crossing, looking west, North Adams Branch, Adams, Massachusetts, 8603-B

The image depicts a railroad crossing on the North Adams Branch in Adams, Massachusetts, looking west. Visible in the scene are railway tracks, crossing signs with the text "RAIL ROAD CROSSING" and "LOOK OUT FOR THE ENGINE," and a small body of water running parallel to the tracks. Several buildings...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384336

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.8603-B

Maple Grove highway crossing, looking south, electric railroad crossing in background, Maple Grove, Adams, Massachusetts, 8604-B

The image shows the Maple Grove highway crossing in Adams, Massachusetts, looking south. In the foreground, there is a set of railroad tracks covered in snow, with electric railroad crossing signs visible. To the sides, utility poles and sparse trees line the road. In the background, various buildin...

Date: 1906

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

GUSN: 384337

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.8604-B

Highway crossing, looking north, Maple Grove, Adams, Massachusetts, 8605-B

The image shows a highway crossing where railroad tracks intersect a dirt road, looking north in Maple Grove, Adams, Massachusetts. A visible sign reads "RAILROAD CROSSING. LOOK OUT FOR THE ENGINE." Residential houses and trees line the road, and a small wooden fence is visible in the right foregrou...

Date: 1906-01-09

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

GUSN: 384338

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.8605-B

Cook's crossing, looking south from side track, east of crossing, Adams, Massachusetts, 8606-B

The image depicts a snowy scene at Cook's crossing, viewed southward from a side track east of the crossing in Adams, Massachusetts. A railcar numbered 46355 is positioned on a side track adjacent to a large wooden building. Several utility poles line the streets and buildings are visible along the ...

Date: 1906-12-21

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

GUSN: 384339

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.8606-B

Railroad crossing, 400 feet from crossing, looking north, Lanesborough, Massachusetts, 8607-B

The image shows a railroad track in Lanesborough, Massachusetts, looking north from a point 400 feet away from a crossing. The track is surrounded by grassy areas and parallel rows of utility poles, with trees and shrubs lining both sides.

Date: 1908

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

GUSN: 384340

Ref. Code: PC015.002.340.8607-B

Railroad crossing, 400 feet from crossing, looking north, Lanesborough, Massachusetts, 8608-B

The image depicts a railroad track extending into the distance, taken 400 feet from a railroad crossing and facing north in Lanesborough, Massachusetts. On both sides of the tracks are grassy areas with trees, and utility poles are visible along the track's right side. A railroad crossing sign can b...

Date: 1908

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

GUSN: 384341

Ref. Code: PC015.002.340.8608-B

Locomotive #221, 4-6-0 passenger, 8609-B

The image shows Locomotive #221, a 4-6-0 passenger train, positioned on railway tracks next to a brick building with large windows. Several men in work attire are standing beside the locomotive, which features prominent components such as a headlight, smokestack, and bell. The scene appears to be in...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384342

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8609-B

Locomotive #1250, left side, 8610-B

The image shows the left side of Locomotive #1250, which is part of the New York Central Lines. The locomotive is stationary, with details visible including its large wheels, smokestack, and various mechanical components. The engine number is clearly marked on the side.

Date: 1910-06-22

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

GUSN: 384343

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8610-B

Locomotive #3514, 4-6-2 passenger, 8611-B

The image depicts locomotive #3514, labeled as a 4-6-2 passenger train, belonging to the New York Central Lines. It is positioned on tracks with buildings visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384344

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8611-B

Mallet type locomotive #1249, 2-6-6-2, 8612-B

The image shows a Mallet type locomotive #1249, identified as a 2-6-6-2 wheel arrangement. This locomotive bears the name "New York Central Lines" on its tender. It is positioned on a track, and the image features the text "American Locomotive Company, New York City" at the bottom.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384345

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8612-B

Locomotive #2572, 2-8-0 freight, 8613-B

The image shows a 2-8-0 freight locomotive numbered 2572, marked with "N.Y.C. & H.R." on the tender. A person is standing near the locomotive's wheels on a set of rail tracks. Nearby are other rail tracks and some buildings in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384346

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8613-B

Local freight train in the Berkshires, Huntington, Massachusetts, 8614-B

The image depicts a local freight train traveling through a wooded area in the Berkshires, near Huntington, Massachusetts. The train, with a locomotive at the front, is moving along a set of tracks surrounded by trees and hills in the background. A person is seen walking along the tracks beside the ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384347

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.8614-B

Locomotive #31, "The Berkshire", 4-4-0, 8615-B

The image shows a 4-4-0 steam locomotive named "The Berkshire," numbered 31. The locomotive features a prominent boiler, a cab with several windows, and a tender attached. The locomotive and tender are positioned on railroad tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384348

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8615-B

Locomotive #1913, 4-6-0, 8616-B

The image shows Locomotive #1913, a 4-6-0 model, situated on a turntable. The engine is prominently displayed with a visible smokestack and large front headlight. In the background, there is a roundhouse and several other train cars. A person is visible looking out of a window in a nearby building.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384349

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8616-B

Locomotive #2520, 2-8-0 freight, 8617-B

The image features Locomotive #2520, a 2-8-0 freight train engine, positioned on railroad tracks. The locomotive is coupled with a tender loaded with coal. The locomotive and tender both prominently display the number 2520. There are power lines and light vegetation visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384350

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8617-B

Locomotive #753, front view, 4-4-0 diamond stack, 8618-B

The image shows a front view of Locomotive #753, featuring a 4-4-0 wheel arrangement. The locomotive is equipped with a diamond stack chimney. The number "253" is displayed on the front of the engine. It is positioned on railway tracks with a visible turntable and adjacent rail yard structures in th...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384351

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8618-B

Engine house, showing locomotive #3510, at sanding house, Worcester, Massachusetts, 8619-B

The image shows a locomotive numbered 3510 at a sanding house beside an engine house in Worcester, Massachusetts. A person is visible on top of the locomotive, engaging with the sand or coal. The tracks run alongside the building, with industrial elements and additional train cars visible in the bac...

Date: 1907-10-05

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

GUSN: 384352

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8619-B

Locomotive #87, switch engine, Framingham, Massachusetts, 8620-B

The image depicts Locomotive #87, a switch engine, on the tracks in Framingham, Massachusetts. The locomotive is stationary, with visible details including its large headlight and the cab area. Nearby are boxcars and visible tracks, suggesting a rail yard setting.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384353

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8620-B

Locomotive #87, switch engine, Framingham, Massachusetts, 8621-B

The image depicts Locomotive #87, a switch engine, situated in a rail yard in Framingham, Massachusetts. The locomotive is positioned on train tracks, with various rail cars visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384354

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8621-B

Locomotive #3527, front view, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 8622-B

The image shows a front view of Locomotive #3527 positioned on a turntable. It is situated in West Springfield, Massachusetts. The background includes rail tracks and industrial buildings.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384355

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8622-B

Locomotive #1252, front view, taken at Riverside, Newton, Massachusetts, 8623-B

The image shows a front view of Locomotive #1252 situated at Riverside, Newton, Massachusetts. The locomotive is centered on the tracks, with its number clearly visible on the round plate above the cowcatcher. Surrounding the train are piles of gravel and adjacent railroad cars, with trees visible i...

Date: 1910-06-22

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

GUSN: 384356

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8623-B

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

Main Street crossing, looking west, Ashland, Massachusetts, 8373-B

The image captures a view of Main Street crossing in Ashland, Massachusetts, looking west. In the foreground, there is a building with a porch and steps. To the right, railroad tracks run parallel to the street, with utility poles lining them. A building with a cupola can be seen in the background a...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384111

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.8373-B

Crossing at station, Ashland, Massachusetts, 8374-B

The image depicts a railroad crossing at a station in Ashland, Massachusetts. Visible are railroad crossing gates with signs that read "RAILROAD CROSSING" and "LOOK OUT for the ENGINE." The street is flanked by trees and several buildings.

Date: 1899-01-30

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

GUSN: 384112

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.8374-B

Main Street crossing, looking west, Ashland, Massachusetts, 8375-B

The image depicts a view of Main Street crossing in Ashland, Massachusetts, looking west. A two-story building with a balcony is visible on the left, and a railroad crossing sign stands next to a small house on the right. In the background, there are additional buildings and leafless trees lining th...

Date: 1899-01-30

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

GUSN: 384113

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.8375-B

Bridge on Athol Branch, now abandoned, 8376-B

The image depicts an abandoned bridge on the Athol Branch. It is a metal truss bridge supported by stone abutments, with visible stonework extending along each side. The area around the bridge shows scattered rocks and debris.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384114

Ref. Code: PC015.002.710.8376-B

Looking west from bridge #83A, Warren, Massachusetts, 8377-B

The image depicts a railroad track viewed from bridge #83A in Warren, Massachusetts. The tracks extend into the distance, flanked by buildings and trees on both sides. Utility poles line the track on the left, and the scene includes several houses and other structures. The view is directed toward a ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384115

Ref. Code: PC015.002.540.8377-B

West of station, looking east at bridge #73B, Charlton, Massachusetts, 8378-B

The image shows a railway line in Charlton, Massachusetts, looking east towards bridge #73B. The tracks curve, and there are telegraph poles alongside the left side. A small structure and several people are visible near the tracks on the right side. The background has rocky terrain, and the bridge s...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384116

Ref. Code: PC015.002.170.8378-B

Steam shovel in cut, Charlton, Massachusetts, 8379-B

The image depicts a steam shovel engaged in excavation work in Charlton, Massachusetts. The steam shovel is positioned on tracks, with a large bucket suspended and actively digging into the earth cut. Several workers are present near the machine and a telegraph pole can be seen beside the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384117

Ref. Code: PC015.002.170.8379-B

West of station, looking west, Charlton, Massachusetts, 8380-B

The image depicts railroad tracks extending into the distance westward in Charlton, Massachusetts. On the right side of the tracks, a group of workers is visible, engaged in activities along an embankment. Utility poles line the left side of the tracks and trees are visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384118

Ref. Code: PC015.002.170.8380-B

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