Historic New England

Unidentified grade crossing, North Grafton, Grafton, Massachusetts, 8401-B

The image shows a grade crossing in North Grafton, Grafton, Massachusetts. Visible are railroad tracks with a freight car, a wooden building, several utility poles, and a large tree. In the background, there are buildings including one with a sign that reads "HAND SAPOLIO FOR TOILET AND BATH." A roa...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384169

Ref. Code: PC015.002.300.8401-B

Unidentified grade crossing, looking north, Baldwinville, Templeton, Massachusetts, 8402-B

The image depicts a snowy railroad track extending into the distance, viewed from a grade crossing in Baldwinsville, Templeton, Massachusetts. Wooden fencing lines both sides of the railroad, along with utility poles carrying wires. Residential houses and other structures are visible in the backgrou...

Date: 1910-12-13

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

GUSN: 384170

Ref. Code: PC015.002.520.8402-B

Unidentified grade crossing, looking west, Huntington, Massachusetts, 8403-B

The image depicts a railroad grade crossing in Huntington, Massachusetts, viewed from the east looking west. Visible are railway tracks flanked by crossing gates and signs that read "RAILROAD CROSSING" and "LOOK OUT FOR THE ENGINE." In the background, there are small buildings and leafless trees, wi...

Date: 1910-11-16

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

GUSN: 384171

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.8403-B

Unidentified grade crossing, looking east, Huntington, Massachusetts, 8404-B

The image shows a railroad grade crossing located in Huntington, Massachusetts, looking east. Visible are train tracks running through the area, flanked by leafless trees and residential buildings. A sign marked "RAIL ROAD CROSSING LOOK OUT FOR LOCOMOTIVE" is on the left side, and a crossing gate is...

Date: 1910-11-16

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

GUSN: 384172

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.8404-B

Unidentified grade crossing, looking west, Huntington, Massachusetts, 8406-B

The image shows a railway track curving to the right as it runs through a rural area in Huntington, Massachusetts. Several houses are visible on the left side of the track, surrounded by trees that appear bare. To the right, there are telegraph poles lining the tracks, and a larger industrial buildi...

Date: 1910-11-16

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

GUSN: 384173

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.8406-B

Palmer Yard, looking east, Palmer, Massachusetts, 8407-B

The image depicts Palmer Yard in Palmer, Massachusetts, looking east. Several railroad tracks extend into the distance, converging towards the horizon. On the left side, there is a small building beside the tracks, and some rail cars are visible further down the tracks. Telegraph poles line the trac...

Date: 1910-07-27

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

GUSN: 384174

Ref. Code: PC015.002.370.8407-B

Bridge #94A, Palmer, Massachusetts, 8408-B

The image shows a set of railroad tracks leading toward a truss bridge marked as #94A in Palmer, Massachusetts. The bridge crosses over the tracks in the distance. Several utility poles run parallel to the tracks and there is an open field on the left side of the image.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384175

Ref. Code: PC015.002.370.8408-B

Looking west to tower #33, East Brookfield, Brookfield, Massachusetts, 8409-B

The image depicts snowy railroad tracks in East Brookfield, Brookfield, Massachusetts, looking west towards tower #33. Several utility poles and industrial buildings are visible along the sides of the tracks, with a distant view of the tower at the center of the image.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384176

Ref. Code: PC015.002.060.8409-B

Looking east, station in background on left, East Brookfield, Brookfield, Massachusetts, 8410-B

The image depicts a snowy railway scene in East Brookfield, Brookfield, Massachusetts, looking east. Multiple train tracks extend into the distance, with telegraph poles running alongside. On the left, in the background, there is a station building. Several other buildings are visible along the trac...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384177

Ref. Code: PC015.002.060.8410-B

Locomotive #3527, 8564-B

The image shows the rear view of a locomotive tender numbered 3527, positioned on a turntable at a rail yard. The tender has the capacity to hold "8000 GALS" as indicated on its side. In the background, there is a large building with multiple windows and a tall smokestack visible.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384178

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8564-B

Locomotive #221, 4-6-0 passenger, 8565-B

The image shows Locomotive #221, a 4-6-0 passenger train engine, positioned on railroad tracks beside a brick building. Several men are standing near the locomotive, some in work attire, likely suggesting they are railway workers or engineers.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384179

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8565-B

Locomotive #18, after boiler explosion, 8566-B

The image shows a locomotive with its boiler exposed and damage consistent with an explosion. A man stands next to the locomotive on the right side of the image. Various components and pipes of the locomotive are visible, along with a section of the railway track and a building in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384180

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8566-B

Locomotive #18, after boiler explosion, 8567-B

The image shows a damaged locomotive following a boiler explosion. The locomotive, with its exposed and twisted internal components, is positioned on railway tracks. A man wearing a hat is visible near the front of the locomotive, which exhibits significant structural damage. Buildings and other rai...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384181

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8567-B

Locomotive #12, switch engine, 8568-B

The image shows Locomotive #12, which is a switch engine, positioned on a set of tracks. The front of the locomotive is visible, with the number "12" displayed prominently on the circular front plate.

Date: 1898-05-19

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

GUSN: 384182

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8568-B

Locomotive at Boston Yard, engineer's view, Kneeland St. station, Boston, Massachusetts, 8569-B

The image shows an engineer's view from a locomotive at Boston Yard, near Kneeland Street station in Boston, Massachusetts. Visible elements include the front of the locomotive, train tracks curving into the distance, several railway cars, and signal posts. The scene captures part of the station are...

Date: 1898-05-13

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

GUSN: 384183

Ref. Code: PC015.002.080.8569-B

North Brookfield Branch, looking west, East Brookfield, Brookfield, Massachusetts, 8411-B

The image depicts a rural railroad crossing in North Brookfield Branch, looking west in East Brookfield, Massachusetts. Visible are railway tracks crossing a dirt road, utility poles with crossbuck railroad crossing signs, and several houses and trees in the background. The landscape includes open f...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384184

Ref. Code: PC015.002.060.8411-B

North Brookfield Branch, looking north, East Brookfield, Brookfield, Massachusetts, 8412-B

The image shows a view looking north along the North Brookfield Branch railway in East Brookfield, Brookfield, Massachusetts. A railroad crossing sign is prominently displayed near the tracks. Several wooden utility poles line the dirt road, and a house is visible on the left side of the image, with...

Date: 1906-08-25

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

GUSN: 384185

Ref. Code: PC015.002.060.8412-B

North Brookfield Branch, looking west, East Brookfield, Brookfield, Massachusetts, 8413-B

The image depicts a rural road with a railroad crossing in East Brookfield, Brookfield, Massachusetts, looking west. Visible are utility poles with railroad crossing signs reading "RAILROAD CROSSING LOOK OUT FOR THE CARS." There are houses on either side of the road and telegraph poles line the area...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384186

Ref. Code: PC015.002.060.8413-B

Unidentified crossing, looking east, East Brookfield, Brookfield, Massachusetts, 8414-B

The image shows an unidentified crossing in East Brookfield, Brookfield, Massachusetts, looking east. The scene depicts a dirt road lined with trees, utility poles, and residential buildings.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384187

Ref. Code: PC015.002.060.8414-B

Looking west, station in background, Riverside, Newton, Massachusetts, 8415-B

The image shows a set of train tracks converging in Riverside, Newton, Massachusetts, with a station in the background. The view is looking west, and there are power lines and foliage on either side of the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384188

Ref. Code: PC015.002.430.8415-B

Between Charles River and Wellesley Farms, looking east, Riverside, Newton, Massachusetts, 8416-B

The image depicts multiple railroad tracks curving to the left, situated in Riverside, Newton, Massachusetts. The scene looks east towards Wellesley Farms, with a snowy landscape visible alongside the tracks. Trees without leaves line the right side and buildings can be seen in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384189

Ref. Code: PC015.002.430.8416-B

Walls east of Gardner Street before elimination of grade crossing, Worcester, Massachusetts, 8417-B

The image shows railway tracks near Gardner Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, before the elimination of a grade crossing. To the right, there are walls and a transport vehicle on the tracks. In the distance, industrial buildings and utility poles are visible along with piles of logs and materials ...

Date: 1908-11-03

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

GUSN: 384190

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.8417-B

Washington Street, looking east, new station in center background, new relocated line on left, Worcester, Massachusetts, 8418-B

The image shows Washington Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking east. In the center background, a new station is visible, while the newly relocated rail line runs on the left side. On the right, there is a large building, and several other structures can be seen in the background along the st...

Date: 1911-01-04

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

GUSN: 384191

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.8418-B

Temple Street crossing, looking east, Worcester, Massachusetts, 8419-B

The image depicts a railway crossing at Temple Street, looking east in Worcester, Massachusetts. Several train tracks run through the area, with a few buildings on both sides. A group of people can be seen walking along the tracks, and a church steeple is visible in the background on the right. Util...

Date: 1911-01-20

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

GUSN: 384192

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.8419-B

Plymouth Street crossing, looking west, new relocated line on right, Worcester, Massachusetts, 8420-B

The image depicts Plymouth Street crossing in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking west. The photograph shows two railway tracks with the newly relocated line on the right. Industrial buildings and utility poles are visible along the tracks, with snow covering the ground.

Date: 1910-12-16

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

GUSN: 384193

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.8420-B

Grand street crossing, Worcester, Massachusetts, 8421-B

The image shows a scene at Grand Street crossing in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are several people, including a young boy standing next to a gate mechanism near a small gatehouse. Behind them is a house with shuttered windows, and there is a dirt road leading away from the crossing, lined by t...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384194

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.8421-B

Gardner Street, north side looking west, Worcester, Massachusetts, 8422-B

The image shows the north side of Gardner Street looking west in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible elements include a set of railroad tracks running alongside utility poles. There is a large industrial building with multiple windows and a prominent smokestack. Trees and residential houses are also p...

Date: 1908-02-29

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

GUSN: 384195

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.8422-B

Gardner Street, north of tracks, looking south, Worcester, Massachusetts, 8423-B

The image depicts Gardner Street, north of the tracks, looking south in Worcester, Massachusetts. The street is covered with snow, and several utility poles line its path. On either side of the street, residential buildings and a wooden fence are visible. The background includes more structures and ...

Date: 1908-02-04

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

GUSN: 384196

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.8423-B

Looking east from Tower #28, Worcester, Massachusetts, 8424-B

The image shows railroad tracks in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from Tower #28. Snow covers the ground between the tracks, with multiple sets of tracks visible converging in the distance. The tower is positioned on the right, elevated on a platform, and there are industrial buildings with smokes...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384197

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.8424-B

View along railroad, either Worcester or Cambridge, 8425-B

The image shows a view along a railroad, possibly located in either Worcester or Cambridge. Visible are railway tracks with a signal tower on the left side. In the background, there are industrial buildings with advertisements, including one for "GUN PASTE." Utility poles and wires are also present ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384198

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.8425-B

Plymouth Street crossing, north side, looking east, Worcester, Massachusetts, 8426-B

The image shows a railroad crossing at Plymouth Street, north side, looking east in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are train tracks crossing the street, a crossing sign that reads "RAILROAD CROSSING" and "LOOK OUT FOR THE ENGINE," and a small structure next to the crossing. Several people are nea...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384199

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.8426-B

Looking north at crossing, Lanesborough, Massachusetts, 8427-B

The image shows a railroad crossing in Lanesborough, Massachusetts, looking north. Visible are train tracks running through the center of the image, accompanied by a "Railroad Crossing" sign. There is a small building to the right with a fenced-in area and utility poles alongside the tracks. Childre...

Date: 1910-07-19

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

GUSN: 384200

Ref. Code: PC015.002.340.8427-B

Looking east at crossing, Lanesborough, Massachusetts, 8428-B

The image shows a railroad crossing in Lanesborough, Massachusetts, viewed from the east. A dirt road intersects the train tracks, with a railroad crossing sign visible at the intersection. There are several houses lining the road on the right side, and a group of children are seated on the grass ne...

Date: 1910-07-19

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

GUSN: 384201

Ref. Code: PC015.002.340.8428-B

Looking south at crossing, Lanesborough, Massachusetts, 8429-B

The image shows a railroad crossing in Lanesborough, Massachusetts. A railroad track extends into the distance, flanked by a small building on the left and a sign reading "RAILROAD CROSSING" on the right. Several people are sitting near the track, with a hilly landscape visible in the background.

Date: 1910-07-19

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

GUSN: 384202

Ref. Code: PC015.002.340.8429-B

At Washington Street, looking west, new relocated line of tracks on embankment on right, Worcester, Massachusetts, 8430-B

The image depicts a view of Washington Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking west. In the foreground are multiple railroad tracks, with a new relocated line of tracks visible on an embankment to the right.

Date: 1911-01-04

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

GUSN: 384203

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.8430-B

South Worcester grade crossing elimination, Worcester, Massachusetts, 8431-B

The image shows a construction scene focused on grade crossing elimination in Worcester, Massachusetts. Several workers are seen standing on a partially constructed elevated structure on the right side, while train tracks and a railcar are visible on the left. Construction materials are scattered ar...

Date: 1908-09-15

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

GUSN: 384204

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.8431-B

South Worcester grade crossing elimination, wood forms for wall at Gates Street extension, Worcester, Massachusetts, 8432-B

The image depicts a construction site focused on grade crossing elimination at the Gates Street extension in Worcester, Massachusetts. Wood forms for wall construction are prominently visible, supported by large wooden beams. Workers and construction materials, such as rocks and gravel, are scattere...

Date: 1908-06-14

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

GUSN: 384205

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.8432-B

South Worcester grade crossing elimination, workers by culvert, Worcester, Massachusetts, 8433-B

The image shows four workers standing in a trench next to a partially constructed culvert in South Worcester, Massachusetts. They are surrounded by earth and rock, with tools visible around the construction site. The workers are involved in the grade crossing elimination project.

Date: 1908

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

GUSN: 384206

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.8433-B

Looking east from tower #28, showing old Union Station, Worcester, Massachusetts, 8434-B

The image shows a view looking east from tower #28 towards the old Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. Multiple railroad tracks can be seen covered in snow, converging towards the station, which features a large arch and multiple architectural elements visible in the background. A tower stand...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384207

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.8434-B

Plymouth Street, looking south, Worcester, Massachusetts, 8435-B

The image depicts Plymouth Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking south. In the foreground, a snow-covered street is visible with two people walking along the sidewalk. On the right side, there is a large building displaying the signage "Parker Wire Goods Co." and "Powell Planer." Several utili...

Date: 1909-01-22

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

GUSN: 384208

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.8435-B

Fire damage at railroad station, Worcester, Massachusetts, 8436-B

The image shows fire damage at a railroad station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The interior features a bar area with wooden counters, shelves holding bottles, and signs advertising cigars and ale. The floor is heavily damaged, exposing the ground underneath. Several light fixtures are visible hangin...

Date: 1903-12-18

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

GUSN: 384209

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.8436-B

Fire damage at railroad station, Worcester, Massachusetts, 8437-B

The image depicts structural damage at a railroad station in Worcester, Massachusetts, caused by a fire. Visible are collapsed metal beams and girders, debris on the floor, and part of a brick wall. The scene shows extensive destruction from the fire.

Date: 1903-12-18

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

GUSN: 384210

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.8437-B

Looking east, slope on north side of track, west of Walcott's Mill, Natick, Massachusetts, 8226-B

The image shows a view looking east along a railway track with a slope on the north side. In the background, part of a wooden building labeled "J.W. Walcott & Co." is visible. The track is adjacent to a rocky and grassy embankment, and a small water drainage channel is present alongside it.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383961

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.8226-B

Station Crossing, looking north, Cordaville, Southborough, Massachusetts, 8227-B

The image depicts a station crossing looking north in Cordaville, Southborough, Massachusetts. In the foreground, railroad tracks and part of a crossing gate mechanism are visible. A large building labeled "RAILROAD" stands to the right, with a porch and multiple windows. Leafless trees and addition...

Date: 1898-03-04

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

GUSN: 383962

Ref. Code: PC015.002.520.8227-B

Unidentified railroad crossing, Niverville, Kinderhook, New York, 8228-B

The image depicts an unidentified railroad crossing in Niverville, Kinderhook, New York. In the foreground, multiple sets of train tracks are visible. A small wooden building, possibly a watchman's hut, is located to the left, with a person seated outside. A crossbuck sign with the words "RAILROAD C...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383963

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.8228-B

View down tracks, Niverville, Kinderhook, New York, 8229-B

The image shows a view down a set of railroad tracks in Niverville, Kinderhook, New York. The tracks extend into the distance, flanked by wooden fences and telegraph poles. There is open countryside on either side, with a row of trees in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383964

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.8229-B

Whitman's crossing, looking southeast, Schodack, New York, 8230-B

The image shows a railroad crossing intersecting with a dirt path, extending diagonally from the foreground to the middle ground. Wooden rails and boards are visible around the tracks. In the background, there is a grassy embankment with trees and a fence.

Date: 1906-07-20

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

GUSN: 383965

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.8230-B

Track used by dump cars when filling in bend of Charles River opposite Watertown Arsenal, Boston-Newton Line, Newton, Massachusetts, 8231-B

The image depicts a railway track used by dump cars, located along a curve of the Charles River opposite the Watertown Arsenal on the Boston-Newton line in Newton, Massachusetts. The track is surrounded by trees and vegetation, with the tracks extending into the distance.

Date: 1890-10-06

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

GUSN: 383966

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.8231-B

Grade crossing on branch line, North Brookfield, Massachusetts, 8232-B

The image depicts a grade crossing on a branch line in North Brookfield, Massachusetts. Visible are railroad tracks intersecting a dirt road, with signs indicating a railroad crossing. Nearby, a wooden house and utility poles with telegraph wires are present, along with a streetlamp and small outbui...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383967

Ref. Code: PC015.002.370.8232-B

Crossing of Grafton Street, Worcester, Massachusetts, 8233-B

The image depicts the crossing of Grafton Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible elements include a set of railroad tracks in the foreground, several buildings in the midground with visible signs such as "Cable Iron Company" and "Lumber Yard," and numerous utility poles. There are also horse-dr...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383968

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.8233-B

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