Historic New England

Franklin Street and Harding Street bridges, Worcester, Massachusetts, 6405-B

The image depicts the Franklin Street and Harding Street bridges in Worcester, Massachusetts. The scene includes an overpass with the date "1912" inscribed on it. A utility pole and wires run along a dirt road, and a small structure with a "For Sale" sign is visible on the left. Several buildings an...

Date: 1913

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

GUSN: 383660

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.6405-B

Two portraits of unidentified man, 6406-B

The image features two portraits of the same unidentified man. In both images, the man is dressed in a formal suit with a bow tie and has short, styled hair. The left portrait is framed in an oval shape, while the right portrait is rectangular, with a noticeable overlay pattern across the image.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383661

Ref. Code: PC015.002.770.6406-B

Covered bridge #395 on Ware River branch, Barre, Massachusetts, 6407-B

The image features covered bridge #395 spanning the frozen Ware River in Barre, Massachusetts. The wooden bridge is long and rectangular, set amidst a winter landscape with snow-covered ground and leafless trees visible in the background.

Date: 1904-02-16

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

GUSN: 383662

Ref. Code: PC015.002.060.6407-B

South approach of Everett Street bridge, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 6408-B

The image shows the south approach of the Everett Street bridge in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. The view includes a dirt road curving onto the bridge, bordered by a fence on the left. On the right, a row of multi-story buildings lines the street with utility poles and a street lamp visible. The b...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383663

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.6408-B

Construction of Everett Street bridge, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 6409-B

The image depicts the construction of the Everett Street bridge in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. It shows a partially completed truss bridge with several workers standing on the structure. The foreground is filled with construction materials and the workers are dressed in attire typical of laborer...

Date: 1892-04-16

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

GUSN: 383664

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.6409-B

Construction of Everett Street bridge, main truss of bridge being placed, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 6410-B

The image shows the construction of the Everett Street Bridge in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. The main truss of the bridge is being placed across railway tracks. Several railcars are visible on the tracks and there are construction workers present near the truss structure. Wooden supports and tel...

Date: 1892-04-16

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

GUSN: 383665

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.6410-B

Floor of Cottage Farm bridge, Boston, Massachusetts, 6411-B

The image shows the construction site of the Cottage Farm bridge in Boston, Massachusetts. The bridge's floor is visible, with a partially completed grid structure and exposed earth beneath. Construction materials such as bricks and a wheelbarrow can be seen in the background. Several buildings and ...

Date: 1896-05-23

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

GUSN: 383666

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.6411-B

Commonwealth Avenue, embankment at Cottage Farm, Boston, Massachusetts, 6412-B

The image depicts an embankment along Commonwealth Avenue at Cottage Farm in Boston, Massachusetts. It shows a rocky and uneven terrain, with a row of buildings in the background, and utility poles lining the street. Sparse vegetation and patches of grass are visible along the embankment area.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383667

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.6412-B

Cambridge Street bridge during construction, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 6413-B

The image shows the Cambridge Street bridge during its construction phase in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. The partially constructed bridge spans over a set of railroad tracks. Visible are metal and wooden frameworks of the bridge, with workers standing on the structure. A stone wall forms part of...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383668

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.6413-B

Cambridge Street bridge during construction, houses in background, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 6414-B

The image shows the Cambridge Street bridge under construction in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, several railway tracks and a small wooden structure are visible. Two workers can be seen near the tracks. Behind the construction site, houses and utility poles are present in the bac...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383669

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.6414-B

North Beacon Street bridge, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 6415-B

The image shows the North Beacon Street bridge in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. The bridge is constructed with a steel beam spanning over a road, supported by stone abutments. There is a muddy road surface beneath the bridge and utility poles are visible in the scene.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383670

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.6415-B

Reconstruction of masonry of bridge #84, Warren, Massachusetts, 6416-B

The image depicts a group of workers standing on a railway track beside the framework of a bridge, identified as bridge #84 in Warren, Massachusetts. The bridge structure is made of metal with visible trusses and beams, and the background features buildings and utility poles. The workers are involve...

Date: 1902

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

GUSN: 383671

Ref. Code: PC015.002.540.6416-B

Footbridge over construction while lowering tracks through town, Natick, Massachusetts, 6417-B

The image shows a wooden footbridge constructed over a construction site where tracks are being lowered through the town of Natick, Massachusetts. The bridge features stairs on both ends, allowing for pedestrian crossing above the area of construction. Buildings and utility poles can be seen in the ...

Date: ca. 1895

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

GUSN: 383672

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.6417-B

Bridge #149, showing house in background, Becket, Massachusetts, 6418-B

The image depicts Bridge #149 in Becket, Massachusetts, with a house visible in the background. The bridge features a steel truss design, and underneath, a person is standing near a stone foundation, holding a notepad. A tripod is positioned nearby, suggesting survey work or documentation.

Date: 1903

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

GUSN: 383673

Ref. Code: PC015.002.060.6418-B

Looking north from sluice gates, Maple Grove, Adams, Massachusetts, 6419-B

The image depicts a snowy landscape looking north from sluice gates in Maple Grove, Adams, Massachusetts. In the foreground is a wooden structure associated with the sluice gates. The background features several buildings, trees without leaves, and a small body of water, possibly a canal or stream, ...

Date: 1906-01-05

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

GUSN: 383674

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.6419-B

Bridge #409, now under the Quabbin Reservoir, North Dana, Dana, Massachusetts, 6420-B

The image depicts Bridge #409, which is now submerged under the Quabbin Reservoir in North Dana, Dana, Massachusetts. The bridge appears to be a wooden structure supported by stone piers over a small waterway. To the right, a man wearing a cap stands on an embankment near the bridge with his hands o...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383675

Ref. Code: PC015.002.370.6420-B

Chelsea Street bridge, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 6421-B

The image shows the Chelsea Street Bridge in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are streetcar tracks running along the bridge, which is framed by telegraph poles with overhead wires. A man is standing on a stone wall to the right, while ships with tall masts are visible in the background. The surro...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383676

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.6421-B

Bridge on Chester & Becket railroad, Chester, Massachusetts, 6422-B

The image depicts a bridge on the Chester & Becket railroad in Chester, Massachusetts. The bridge features wooden trestle construction with cross-bracing. It crosses over a stone abutment, with surrounding trees and a rocky terrain visible.

Date: 1897-06-17

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

GUSN: 383677

Ref. Code: PC015.002.190.6422-B

Tunnel on the Milford Branch, Holliston, Massachusetts, 6423-B

The image shows a railway tunnel on the Milford Branch in Holliston, Massachusetts. The tunnel is constructed with stone, and a person is standing at its entrance next to the tracks. The area above the tunnel is grassy, with a wooden fence visible along the top.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383678

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.6423-B

Cypress Street bridge at Brookline Hills Station, Brookline, Massachusetts, 6424-B

The image shows the Cypress Street bridge at Brookline Hills Station in Brookline, Massachusetts. The bridge extends over railway tracks, with a wooden platform adjacent to the tracks. A staircase is visible on the left side, leading up to the bridge. Trees and a building are visible in the backgrou...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383679

Ref. Code: PC015.002.160.6424-B

Bridge #209 with crane, Chatham, New York, 6425-B

The image depicts Bridge #209 in Chatham, New York, under construction. A crane is prominently positioned over the railway bridge as several workers are engaged in working on the structure. Railroad tracks run along the bridge and the surrounding area includes trees and utility poles.

Date: 1910-10-20

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

GUSN: 383680

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.6425-B

Construction of new bridge over Westfield River, group of sightseers observing the construction, Chester, Massachusetts, 6426-B

The image shows a group of people observing the construction of a new bridge over the Westfield River in Chester, Massachusetts. The scene includes a variety of structural materials and beams on the ground. A metal truss bridge is being erected and there are railroad tracks present. The surrounding ...

Date: 1910

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

GUSN: 383681

Ref. Code: PC015.002.190.6426-B

Franklin Street bridge, Worcester, Massachusetts, 6427-B

The image shows the Franklin Street bridge in Worcester, Massachusetts. The bridge extends over a road with visible streetcar tracks. A utility pole stands on the left, and a sign for "Howard Brothers Mfg." is seen above the bridge. Leafless trees are visible in the background.

Date: 1913

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

GUSN: 383682

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.6427-B

Wellesley Farms railroad station, Wellesley, Massachusetts, 6428-B

The image depicts the Wellesley Farms railroad station in Wellesley, Massachusetts. A path leads through dense shrubbery and trees toward the station. The station building has a hipped roof and a vintage automobile is parked on the dirt road curving in front of it.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383683

Ref. Code: PC015.002.570.6428-B

Wellesley Farms railroad station, Wellesley, Massachusetts, 6429-B

The image shows the Wellesley Farms railroad station in Wellesley, Massachusetts. The station features a small, shingled-roof building with a sign reading "Wellesley Farms" visible on the front. There are multiple railroad tracks in the foreground and trees in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383684

Ref. Code: PC015.002.570.6429-B

Newton Lower Falls passenger station, terminal of Newton Lower Falls branch, Newton, Massachusetts, 6430-B

The image shows the Newton Lower Falls passenger station, which is the terminal of the Newton Lower Falls branch located in Newton, Massachusetts. The station building is a small structure with a sloped roof and several windows. In the background, there are trees and a partially visible train on the...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383685

Ref. Code: PC015.002.410.6430-B

Wellesley Farms railroad station, Wellesley, Massachusetts, 6431-B

The image shows the Wellesley Farms railroad station in Wellesley, Massachusetts. Visible are the train tracks curving into the distance, with an overpass bridge crossing above them. On the left, there are telegraph poles and dense foliage alongside the tracks, while a structure is visible further d...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383686

Ref. Code: PC015.002.570.6431-B

Wellesley Farms railroad station, old mail sack holder for taking mail on the fly, Wellesley, Massachusetts, 6432-B

The image shows an old mail sack holder located next to railroad tracks at the Wellesley Farms railroad station in Wellesley, Massachusetts. The device is designed for taking mail on the fly without stopping the train. Surrounding the structure are bushes and trees, with utility poles visible in the...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383687

Ref. Code: PC015.002.570.6432-B

Newton Lower Falls station, Newton, Massachusetts, 6433-B

The image depicts the Newton Lower Falls station in Newton, Massachusetts. The station consists of a single-story stone building with a sloped roof and a small chimney. A loading cart is situated along the platform beside the railway tracks, and the area is bordered by bare trees.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383688

Ref. Code: PC015.002.410.6433-B

Old Riverside Station, Highland Branch, Riverside, Newton, Massachusetts, 6434-B

The image depicts the Old Riverside Station on the Highland Branch in Riverside, Newton, Massachusetts. Visible are railway tracks leading to the station, a two-story signal tower labeled "Tower No. 15," and a series of train cars parked along the platform. The background features a hillside with tr...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383689

Ref. Code: PC015.002.430.6434-B

Riverside Station, Riverside, Newton, Massachusetts, 6435-B

The image shows Riverside Station in Riverside, Newton, Massachusetts. It features multiple railway tracks in the foreground, curving slightly to the right towards a station building in the distance. The building has a conical roof and nearby utility poles run parallel to the tracks. On the left, a ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383690

Ref. Code: PC015.002.430.6435-B

West Newton Station, station employees on steps, Newton, Massachusetts, 6436-B

The image shows three station employees standing on a platform at West Newton Station in Newton, Massachusetts. They are positioned near a set of stairs with a railing, next to the brick wall of the station building. A stone wall and some greenery are visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383691

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.6436-B

West Newton Station, looking east, demolished to make way for the Massachusetts Turnpike, Newton, Massachusetts, 6437-B

The image depicts West Newton Station looking east, which was later demolished to make way for the Massachusetts Turnpike in Newton, Massachusetts. Visible elements include a set of railroad tracks leading towards a station building with people on the platform. There is a bridge in the distance and ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383692

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.6437-B

West Newton Station, looking east, demolished to make way for the Massachusetts Turnpike, Newton, Massachusetts, 6438-B

The image shows West Newton Station in Newton, Massachusetts, viewed from the east. Visible are the railway tracks, a platform with a covered waiting area, and a station building with a sign reading "West Newton." Trees and some buildings are in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383693

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.6438-B

Newtonville station, looking east, demolished to make way for the Massachusetts Turnpike, Newton, Massachusetts, 6439-B

The image depicts Newtonville station in Newton, Massachusetts, looking east. The station is situated adjacent to train tracks with a building visible on the platform. The scene includes a footbridge crossing over the tracks and several other buildings along the street, highlighting the infrastructu...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383694

Ref. Code: PC015.002.420.6439-B

Newtonville station, looking east, demolished to make way for the Massachusetts Turnpike, Newton, Massachusetts, 6440-B

The image depicts Newtonville station in Newton, Massachusetts, looking east. The station features a covered platform alongside railway tracks. A substantial stone building is visible in the background, elevated on a slope with steps leading down to the platform. In the foreground, there is a stone ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383695

Ref. Code: PC015.002.420.6440-B

Newtonville station, looking west, demolished to make way for the Massachusetts Turnpike, Newton, Massachusetts, 6441-B

The image shows Newtonville station in Newton, Massachusetts, looking westward. A covered platform with a sign reading "Newtonville" is visible on the left side, with train tracks running alongside it. There is an arched pedestrian bridge overhead and another bridge further down the tracks. Two indi...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383696

Ref. Code: PC015.002.420.6441-B

Newtonville station, looking east, taken from under Walnut Street bridge, demolished to make way for the Massachusetts Turnpike, Newton, Massachusetts, 6442-B

The image shows Newtonville Station in Newton, Massachusetts, looking east from underneath the Walnut Street bridge. The station platform and railway tracks extend into the distance, with a building situated to the left of the tracks. A series of utility poles are visible along the rail line.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383697

Ref. Code: PC015.002.420.6442-B

At Washington Street, taken at old Newton Station before work commenced on lowering tracks for grade crossing elimination, Newton, Massachusetts, 6443-B

The image depicts the railroad tracks at old Newton Station in Newton, Massachusetts, on Washington Street. Visible are multiple sets of tracks and a raised platform on the left. Several wooden utility poles run alongside the tracks, and there are houses and buildings in the background. A few people...

Date: 1895

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

GUSN: 383698

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.6443-B

Newton railroad station, pathway from platform, Newton, Massachusetts, 6444-B

The image shows a view from the platform of the Newton railroad station in Newton, Massachusetts. A curved pathway bordered by lush bushes and small trees extends from the platform into a landscaped area. In the background, there are brick buildings with visible signs, including one for the YMCA.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383699

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.6444-B

Newton railroad station, platform looking west, Newton, Massachusetts, 6445-B

The image shows the platform of the Newton railroad station in Newton, Massachusetts, looking west. The platform is partially covered, and there are visible tracks running parallel to it. The station building is constructed with stone and features a roof supported by columns. There is greenery, such...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383700

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.6445-B

Newton railroad station, looking east, demolished to make way for the Massachusetts Turnpike, Newton, Massachusetts, 6446-B

The image shows the Newton railroad station in Newton, Massachusetts, viewed looking east. Visible are the train tracks and a platform with a covered structure on the right side. In the background, a bridge crosses over the tracks, and several buildings, including one with a tower, are visible. The ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383701

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.6446-B

Natick railroad station, from Washington Street, Natick, Massachusetts, 6447-B

The image shows the Natick railroad station in Natick, Massachusetts, as viewed from Washington Street. The station features a long platform with an overhang supported by columns. Visible in the foreground are railroad tracks and a handcart on the platform. In the background, there are several multi...

Date: 1897

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

GUSN: 383702

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.6447-B

Construction of new Natick station and elimination of grade crossings, Natick, Massachusetts, 6448-B

The image shows the construction site of the new Natick station in Natick, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple structures, including a covered platform and a set of wooden stairs leading up a dirt embankment. There are tracks in the foreground, and a bridge runs overhead in the background. Various e...

Date: 1897-03-10

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

GUSN: 383703

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.6448-B

Wellesley railroad station, looking east, Wellesley, Massachusetts, 6449-B

The image depicts the Wellesley railroad station in Wellesley, Massachusetts, looking east. The scene includes multiple railroad tracks curving through the foreground and extending into the distance. On the right side of the tracks is a station building with a covered platform, visible along with se...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383704

Ref. Code: PC015.002.570.6449-B

Wellesley Hills station, looking east, Wellesley, Massachusetts, 6450-B

The image shows Wellesley Hills station in Wellesley, Massachusetts, looking east. A wooden platform runs alongside the railway tracks, with a small station building partially visible among trees and shrubs on the left. Telegraph poles line the area, and the tracks curve into the distance with trees...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383705

Ref. Code: PC015.002.570.6450-B

Wellesley Hills station, Wellesley, Massachusetts, 6452-B

The image shows the Wellesley Hills station in Wellesley, Massachusetts. It features a single-story stone building with a sloped roof and a chimney. To the right, a horse-drawn carriage is visible among trees and foliage. A man is standing near the building with a dog.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383706

Ref. Code: PC015.002.570.6452-B

Wellesley Hills station, Wellesley, Massachusetts, 6451-B

The image shows Wellesley Hills station in Wellesley, Massachusetts. The station building has a steep, gabled roof and is constructed of stone. Several people are visible standing on the platform in front of the building. Train tracks run parallel to the station in the foreground. A wooded area can ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383707

Ref. Code: PC015.002.570.6451-B

"Better Farming Special" train, lecture by Gardner, Palmer, Massachusetts, 6453-B

The image shows a group of people gathered at a train station platform, possibly listening to a lecture by Gardner, as indicated by the title. A horse-drawn carriage is visible on the left, and in the background, train cars labeled "New York Central Lines" are parked alongside the platform.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383708

Ref. Code: PC015.002.700.6453-B

"Better Farming Special" train at old Westborough Station, lecture by professor Gribben on cows, Westborough, Massachusetts, 6454-B

The image depicts a gathering at the old Westborough Station in Westborough, Massachusetts, where a "Better Farming Special" train is present. A crowd is gathered around the station, presumably attending a lecture by Professor Gribben on cows. The train is visible on the right, and people are seen i...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383709

Ref. Code: PC015.002.700.6454-B

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