Historic New England

View of steam shovel, Natick, Mass., 10129-B

The image depicts a steam shovel in operation in Natick, Massachusetts. The steam shovel is positioned on the edge of a track, loading material into a series of connected railroad cars. The area is surrounded by telephone poles and a wooden fence with two individuals visible near the machinery.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381900

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.10129-B

Kneeland Street railroad yard construction, old sign in background for a telephone station, Boston, Mass., 10130-B

The image shows a group of workers at the construction site of the Kneeland Street railroad yard in Boston, Massachusetts. The workers are surrounded by wooden beams and construction materials. In the background, a brick building bears an old sign for a telephone station.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381901

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.10130-B

West Newton Railroad Station, stairway, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10131-B

The image depicts the stairway at the West Newton Railroad Station in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. The stairs are made of stone and feature metal railings. A portion of the station building is visible, showcasing its brick exterior and a small window. A stone retaining wall runs alongside the...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381902

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10131-B

Unidentified, view down tracks, 10132-B

The image shows a view down a set of railroad tracks extending into the distance. On the right side, there is a piece of trackside equipment next to the tracks. The tracks are bordered by trees and foliage on either side with utility poles running along the right side of the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381903

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.10132-B

Wellesley Farms Railroad Station, exterior, Wellesley Farms, Wellesley, Mass., 10133-B

The image depicts the exterior of the Wellesley Farms Railroad Station in Wellesley Farms, Wellesley, Massachusetts. The station features a building with a hipped roof surrounded by trees and shrubbery. A dirt path and road curve around the station.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381904

Ref. Code: PC015.002.570.10133-B

Natick Railroad Station, exterior from tracks, Natick, Mass., 10134-B

The image shows the exterior of the Natick Railroad Station in Natick, Massachusetts, as viewed from the tracks. The station features a covered platform with arched supports and a sloped roof. There are tracks in the foreground and utility poles can be seen in the background. The structure includes ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381905

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.10134-B

Wellesley Farms Railroad Station, exterior, view of roof and chimney, Wellesley Farms, Wellesley, Mass., 10135-B

The image depicts the exterior of the Wellesley Farms Railroad Station, focusing on the view of the roof and a stone chimney. In the foreground, there are dense bushes with flowers and trees are visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381906

Ref. Code: PC015.002.570.10135-B

Riverside Railroad Station, exterior, Newton, Mass., 10136-B

The image shows the exterior of Riverside Railroad Station in Newton, Massachusetts. The station features a distinctive roof and is partially obscured by a wooden fence in the foreground. A utility pole with wires is visible next to the fence. Trees are visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381907

Ref. Code: PC015.002.430.10136-B

Riverside Railroad Station, exterior, showing switch tower and signals, Newton, Mass., 10137-B

The image shows the exterior of the Riverside Railroad Station in Newton, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple railroad tracks leading towards the station accompanied by a switch tower and signals. The station building is situated on the left and there are utility poles lining the right side of the t...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381908

Ref. Code: PC015.002.430.10137-B

Pier fire on July 8, 1908, East Boston, Mass., 10139-B

The image depicts a large, billowing cloud of smoke rising from a pier fire in East Boston, Massachusetts, on July 8, 1908. Several tugboats are visible in the water near the pier. The scene captures the intensity of the fire with dense smoke obscuring part of the sky. Buildings and a sailing ship's...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381909

Ref. Code: PC015.002.250.10139-B

Drawing of reconstructed pier facilities after the devastating fire of July 8, 1908, East Boston, Mass., 10140-B

The image is a drawing depicting the reconstructed pier facilities in East Boston, Massachusetts, after a devastating fire on July 8, 1908. The illustration shows a detailed view of the railway terminal and adjacent piers with various buildings, rail lines, and ships docked along the waterfront. Dis...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381910

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.10140-B

Grade crossing elimination project, Porter Street, looking north, East Boston, Mass., 10141-B

The image depicts the grade crossing elimination project on Porter Street, looking north in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible in the image are railroad tracks running diagonally across the foreground. In the background, construction equipment and materials such as large beams, a drum, and a pile o...

Date: 1905-04-25

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

GUSN: 381911

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10141-B

Grade crossing elimination project through city, ditch and wall south of Porter Street, west side, East Boston, Mass., 10142-B

The image depicts a construction site for a grade crossing elimination project in East Boston, Massachusetts, near Porter Street. Visible are railway tracks and a deep ditch on the left side supported by wooden structures. A person is standing near the tracks while buildings and construction materia...

Date: 1905-10-21

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

GUSN: 381912

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10142-B

Construction of new Union Station, looking east, Worcester, Mass., 10143-B

The image depicts the construction site of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking east. Visible are incomplete structural frameworks with scaffolding and temporary support beams. Construction materials, including piles of stones and wooden planks, are scattered around the site. I...

Date: 1910-06-23

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

GUSN: 381913

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10143-B

Construction of new Union Station, west side, Worcester, Mass., 10144-B

The image shows the construction site of the new Union Station on the west side of Worcester, Massachusetts. The partially completed building is surrounded by scaffolding with some roof structures in place. In front of the building, there are piles of construction materials and a horse-drawn wagon. ...

Date: 1912-07-26

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

GUSN: 381914

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10144-B

Waiting room, new Union Railroad Station, looking toward street, Worcester, Mass., 10145-B

The image depicts the waiting room of the new Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed toward the street. The room features rows of benches and large arched windows. The architectural details include ornate designs on the walls and ceiling.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381915

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10145-B

New Union Railroad Station, boiler room, interior, Worcester, Mass., 10146-B

The image shows the interior of the boiler room at the New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The room contains large boilers supported by a structural framework. Several pipes and construction materials are scattered around the area. Visible in the background are brick walls and so...

Date: 1910

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

GUSN: 381916

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10146-B

Old Union Railroad Station, ticket office, interior, Worcester, Mass., 10147-B

The image shows the interior of the ticket office at the Old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. A person is seated at a desk with several candlestick telephones while another individual stands in a doorway leading to a partitioned area with a wire-mesh gate. The office is filled wit...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381917

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10147-B

Old Union Station, agent's office, interior, Worcester, Mass., 10148-B

The image shows the interior of an agent's office at Old Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The room is filled with desks covered in stacks of papers and documents. Overhead lights illuminate the workspace and a sign marked "AGENTS" hangs above a door in the background. Various office furnit...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381918

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10148-B

Construction of new power house, looking north, Worcester, Mass., 10149-B

The image depicts the construction site of a new power house in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from the north. Visible are frameworks of scaffolding and support structures surrounding the partially completed building. Several workers are seen at the construction site, alongside building materials ...

Date: 1910

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

GUSN: 381919

Ref. Code: PC015.002.640.10149-B

Franklin Street Bridge, girders, Worcester, Mass., 10150-B

The image shows a man standing on a flatbed train car loaded with large girders. These girders are associated with the Franklin Street Bridge in Worcester, Massachusetts. The structure behind him and the train car are prominently riveted. The area around the train tracks is scattered with wooden bea...

Date: October 1911

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

GUSN: 381920

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.10150-B

New Union Railroad Station, boiler, Worcester, Mass., 10151-B

The image depicts a boiler located in New Union Railroad Station, Worcester, Massachusetts. The scene shows a large industrial boiler with surrounding pipes and machinery. There is a small table or cabinet with a few items placed on top in the foreground. The room is constructed of brick with large ...

Date: 1911

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

GUSN: 381921

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10151-B

New Union Railroad Station, construction, Worcester, Mass., 10152-B

The image shows the construction of the New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The partially constructed building is surrounded by scaffolding and construction materials. Multiple arched entryways are visible in the structure and several railway tracks run adjacent to the site. The ...

Date: 1910-06-03

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

GUSN: 381922

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10152-B

New Express Building, south side, construction, Worcester, Mass., 10153-B

The image shows the construction of the New Express Building in Worcester, Massachusetts. Workers are visible on scaffolding along the south side of the building. The structure is surrounded by scaffolding and part of the street is visible in the foreground. There are other buildings in the backgrou...

Date: 1912-07-26

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

GUSN: 381923

Ref. Code: PC015.002.640.10153-B

New Union Railroad station, construction, dismantling old railroad station, looking east from Grafton Street, Worcester, Mass., 10154-B

The image depicts the construction site of the New Union Railroad station in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking east from Grafton Street. In the foreground, an old railroad station structure is being dismantled, with building materials and construction activity visible. The scene includes a tower and...

Date: 1910-09-15

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

GUSN: 381924

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10154-B

Setting the Franklin Street girders for bridge in connection with new Union Railroad Station improvements and grade crossing elimination project, Worcester, Mass., 10155-B

The image shows construction work involving the setting of girders for a bridge as part of the Union Railroad Station improvements and grade crossing elimination project in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are cranes on either side lifting the girders into place, with construction workers present o...

Date: 1911-10-13

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

GUSN: 381925

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.10155-B

Junction with New Haven Railroad tracks known as South Worcester Junction, during grade crossing elimination project, scene looking east toward station, Worcester, Mass., 10156-B

The image depicts the South Worcester Junction during the grade crossing elimination project, looking east toward the station in Worcester, Massachusetts. Various railroad tracks and industrial buildings are visible along with a bridge structure in the background. Smoke or steam emits from several s...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381926

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10156-B

New Union Railroad Station, interior, view of stairway to offices, Worcester, Mass., 10157-B

The image shows the interior of New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. It features a view of a stairway leading to offices. The area includes decorative columns and lantern-style light fixtures hanging from the ceiling. Doors and office entrances are visible along the wall on the ri...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381927

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10157-B

Old Union Railroad Station after closing as indicated by sign on door, porte cochere, Worcester, Mass., 10158-B

The image shows the entrance of the Old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. Above the entrance, "Passenger Station" is engraved on the building. A sign on the door indicates the station is closed and instructs to use another station. There is also a sign for the "Railroad Branch Youn...

Date: July 1911

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

GUSN: 381928

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10158-B

Grafton Street Arch, looking north, old station on right and new on left, Worcester, Mass., 10159-B

The image depicts Grafton Street Arch in Worcester, Massachusetts. Looking north, the old station is visible on the right and the new station on the left. There are electrical poles and wires running along the street and various advertisements are displayed on the left.

Date: December 1913

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

GUSN: 381929

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.10159-B

New Union Railroad Station, interior, waiting room showing ticket windows, Worcester, Mass., 10160-B

1 glass plate negative

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381930

Ref. Code: PC015.002.10160-B

New Union Railroad Station, almost finished, Worcester, Mass., 10161-B

The image depicts the nearly completed New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The station features two prominent clock towers and an arched roof structure. Train tracks can be seen in the foreground with various buildings and a tall, pointed tower visible in the background. Construc...

Date: 1911-06-06

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

GUSN: 381931

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10161-B

New Union Railroad Station, interior, dining room, Worcester, Mass., 10162-B

The image depicts the interior dining room of the New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The room features several tables covered with white tablecloths surrounded by wooden chairs. There are various dining items on the tables including condiments and tea sets. In the background, th...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381932

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10162-B

New Union Railroad Station, interior, dining room, Worcester, Mass., 10163-B

1 film negative

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381933

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10163-B

Washington Square, showing old Union Station on left and new one on right soon after opening, Worcester, Mass., 10164-B

The image depicts Washington Square in Worcester, Massachusetts. On the left is the old Union Station, characterized by a tall clock tower and adjoining buildings. On the right is the newer Union Station showcasing a more elaborate architectural style with a prominent corner faÃ§ade. The square is v...

Date: 1911

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

GUSN: 381934

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10164-B

Wright Wire Co., exterior wall, also showing railroad cars, Worcester, Mass., 10165-B

The image shows the exterior wall of the Wright Wire Co. in Worcester, Massachusetts. Several railroad cars are visible along the tracks adjacent to the wall. A large industrial building with multiple smokestacks is seen in the background and utility poles line the railway tracks.

Date: ca. 1909

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

GUSN: 381935

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.10165-B

Old Union Railroad Station, interior, view in last days of its operation, showing boxcar, Worcester, Mass., 10166-B

The image shows the interior of the Old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, during its final days of operation. A boxcar is visible on the right side with a person standing at an open doorway. The station features large, arched windows and a wooden platform with visible train tracks....

Date: 1911-01-09

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

GUSN: 381936

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10166-B

New Union Railroad Station, west end, looking east from signal tower #28, Worcester, Mass., 10167-B

The image depicts the New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from the west end looking east from signal tower #28. Several sets of train tracks run parallel in the foreground. To the left, a large industrial building displays signs for "Howard Brothers M'f'g Co." and "Card Cl...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381937

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10167-B

Dismantling of old Union Railroad Station, during construction of new station chang-over, Worcester, Mass., 10168-B

The image shows the dismantling process of the old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are the partially deconstructed building materials and framework of the station. A horse-drawn cart labeled "Soap" along with other carts and construction debris are also present in the for...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381938

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10168-B

Construction of new Union Railroad Station, looking east, south and west elevation, Worcester, Mass., 10169-B

1 glass plate negative

Date: 1910-04-09

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

GUSN: 381939

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10169-B

Drawing of Boston and Worcester Railroad Station, Worcester, Mass., 10170-B

This image features a drawing of the Boston and Worcester Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The station is depicted with multiple buildings including a larger central structure and smaller adjoining buildings. There is a railroad track in front of the station. The image is printed on a p...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381940

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.10170-B

Temporary platforms during construction of new railroad station, looking east, Worcester, Mass., 10171-B

The image shows temporary platforms during the construction of a new railroad station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The platforms are located on the left side of the image with a covered structure featuring a sign for "The Union News Company." The view looks eastward showing wooden tracks and utility...

Date: November 1910

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

GUSN: 381941

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10171-B

Temporary platforms during construction of new station, Worcester, Mass., 10172-B

The image shows temporary platforms during the construction of a new station in Worcester, Massachusetts. A man is standing on the wooden platform beside railway tracks with train cars visible in the background.

Date: 1910-11-07

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

GUSN: 381942

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10172-B

Gates Street crossing taken in connection with South Worcester grade crossing elimination, Worcester, Mass., 10173-B

The image depicts a construction area at Gates Street crossing in Worcester, Massachusetts, associated with the South Worcester grade crossing elimination project. In the foreground, there are piles of lumber and construction materials. A man is standing on the left side near a dirt road which is su...

Date: 1908-06-14

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

GUSN: 381943

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10173-B

Gates Street extension and crossing of tracks looking west, grade crossing elimination project, Worcester, Mass., 10174-B

The image depicts an urban landscape in Worcester, Massachusetts, illustrating the Gates Street extension and the crossing of railroad tracks. The scene is part of a grade crossing elimination project. Several buildings and smokestacks are visible along with utility poles and wires. Snow covers the ...

Date: November 1908

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

GUSN: 381944

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10174-B

Gates Street extension looking south during the elimination of grade crossings at South Worcester, Worcester, Mass., 10175-B

The image shows the Gates Street extension looking south in South Worcester, Massachusetts, during the elimination of grade crossings. Several multi-story buildings are visible in the background and there are piles of construction materials in the foreground. Two individuals are seen standing on the...

Date: August 1908

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

GUSN: 381945

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10175-B

Leonard Street looking south, during grade crossing elimination project at South Worcester, Worcester, Mass., 10176-B

The image shows Leonard Street in South Worcester, Massachusetts, looking south during the grade crossing elimination project. The street has visible wooden beams and fencing on either side. Trees and residential buildings are present in the background.

Date: August 1908

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

GUSN: 381946

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10176-B

Children on street corner, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10278-B

The image shows a group of children standing on a street corner in East Boston, Massachusetts. The street is paved with cobblestones and lined with utility poles. Several buildings, including residential houses, are visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382047

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10278-B

Prescott Street Railroad Yard, Grand Junction Branch, looking east from Prescott Street, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10279-B

The image depicts the Prescott Street Railroad Yard in the Grand Junction Branch, viewed from Prescott Street in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple sets of railroad tracks with various freight cars, including tanker and boxcars, stretching into the distance. On the right side are build...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382048

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10279-B

General view at Saratoga Street, looking north, showing railroad cars, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10280-B

The image presents a view looking north along Saratoga Street in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are railroad tracks running through the scene and multiple railroad cars. In the background, there is a railroad bridge spanning over the tracks, and to the right, a building and some construction ac...

Date: 1906-12-12

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

GUSN: 382049

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10280-B

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