Historic New England

View from Clyde Street Pier looking out of harbor showing start of reconstruction of Cunard, Leyland, and B & A Piers after fire of July 8, 1908, East Boston, Mass., 9938-B

The image shows a view from Clyde Street Pier looking out over the harbor in East Boston, Massachusetts. It captures the start of the reconstruction of the Cunard, Leyland, and B & A Piers following the fire on July 8, 1908. The scene includes numerous pilings and construction activity in the foregr...

Date: 1909-01-20

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

GUSN: 381710

Ref. Code: PC015.002.220.9938-B

Construction of seven story warehouse, showing old fashioned cement mixer and pile drivers, East Boston, Mass., 9939-B

The image depicts a construction site for a seven-story warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are old-fashioned pile drivers and a cement mixer. The site is bustling with activity and various construction materials and equipment are scattered around the area.

Date: 1901

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

GUSN: 381711

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9939-B

Construction of seven story warehouse, showing old fashioned cement mixer, East Boston, Mass., 9940-B

The image depicts a construction site for a seven-story warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are construction workers, an old-fashioned cement mixer, piles of materials, and various tools. The setting is busy with activity as workers engage in building tasks on the site.

Date: 1901

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

GUSN: 381712

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9940-B

Construction of seven story warehouse, southeast corner showing forms for piers, East Boston, Mass., 9941-B

The image shows a construction site in East Boston, Massachusetts, focusing on the southeast corner where forms for piers are visible. In the background, a large, multi-story warehouse is present. Various construction materials and equipment, such as wooden forms and tools, are scattered around the ...

Date: 1901

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

GUSN: 381713

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9941-B

Construction of seven story warehouse, exterior, East Boston, Mass., 9942-B

The image shows a construction site for a seven-story warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible elements include stacks of lumber, construction materials, and scaffolding. A partially constructed brick wall can be seen with cranes and construction equipment in the background.

Date: 1901

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

GUSN: 381714

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9942-B

Construction of seven story warehouse, exterior, East Boston, Mass., 9943-B

The image shows the construction site of a seven-story warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. The site includes various construction elements such as wooden frameworks and foundations being laid. There are people visible engaged in construction activities. In the background, several buildings and ...

Date: 1901

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

GUSN: 381715

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9943-B

Construction of the seven story warehouse, exterior, East, Boston, Mass., 9944-B

The image depicts the construction of a seven-story warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, the exterior brick wall of the building is visible with construction materials and scaffolding surrounding the site. A taller, completed building is seen in the background, along with othe...

Date: 1901

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

GUSN: 381716

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9944-B

Construction of the seven story warehouse, interior, construction, East Boston, Mass., 9945-B

The image shows the interior construction of a seven-story warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are steel beams and columns forming the frame of the building with wooden supports and ladders in the surrounding area. The foundation is in progress with concrete bases supporting the steel s...

Date: 1901

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

GUSN: 381717

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9945-B

Construction of seven story warehouse, concrete piers, East Boston, Mass., 9946-B

The image depicts the construction site for a seven-story warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple concrete piers with wooden framing and supports around them. Various construction materials and wooden planks are scattered across the site. A person is visible on the right side o...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381718

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9946-B

Construction of seven story warehouse, piles in northeast corner, cement mixer and pile drivers, East Boston, Mass., 9947-B

The image shows a construction site for a seven-story warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are piles in the northeast corner, a cement mixer, and several pile drivers. The surrounding area includes additional machinery, a partially built structure, and nearby industrial buildings.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381719

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9947-B

Construction of seven story warehouse, concrete piers, southeast corner, East Boston, Mass., 9948-B

The image shows a construction site in East Boston, Massachusetts, where a seven-story warehouse is being built. Large concrete piers are visible within the foundation framework. Construction materials and equipment surround the area and there are several buildings and train cars in the background. ...

Date: 1901-07-10

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

GUSN: 381720

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9948-B

Construction of seven story warehouse, concrete piers, southeast corner, East Boston, Mass., 9949-B

The image depicts the construction site of a seven-story warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. Concrete piers are visible at the southeast corner of the site. There are various construction materials and equipment, including cranes and wooden scaffolding, within the partially excavated foundation...

Date: 1901-07-10

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

GUSN: 381721

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9949-B

Construction of Union Station looking west, front elevation, taken from old station, Worcester, Mass., 9950-B

The image shows the construction of Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking west from the old station. The front elevation of the new building is visible, with scaffolding surrounding the structure. Tracks run alongside the construction site and there are numerous construction materials a...

Date: 1910-06-23

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

GUSN: 381722

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9950-B

Construction of Green Street Bridge, Worcester, Mass., 9951-B

The image depicts the construction of the Green Street Bridge in Worcester, Massachusetts. Several workers are engaged in laying down metal reinforcement bars for the bridge structure. Behind them, construction machinery and materials are visible along with a visible spire of a building in the backg...

Date: 1912-08-18

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

GUSN: 381723

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.9951-B

Construction of new Union Station, Grafton Street arch, Worcester, Mass., 9952-B

The image depicts the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, focusing on the Grafton Street arch. Several railway tracks run in the foreground and a large crane is visible within the active construction site. Scaffolding and framework structures are being erected, and nea...

Date: 1910-06-07

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

GUSN: 381724

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9952-B

New Union Railroad Station, construction of roof, looking east, Worcester, Mass., 9953-B

The image depicts the construction of the roof of the New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking eastward. Visible are wooden scaffolding and framework, with workers on site, building the roof structure. In the background, a tall church spire or tower and other buildings can be ...

Date: 1910-06-30

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

GUSN: 381725

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9953-B

Union Railroad Station, roof construction, Worcester, Mass., 9954-B

The image shows the roof construction of Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. Workers are visible on the partially completed roof where structural beams and roofing materials can be seen. The surrounding area includes various buildings and industrial structures providing a view of the...

Date: 1910-10-11

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

GUSN: 381726

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9954-B

New Union Station project, Green Street Bridge reinforcing, Worcester, Mass., 9955-B

The image shows a construction site for the New Union Station project in Worcester, Massachusetts, focusing on the Green Street Bridge reinforcing. Visible are metal reinforcements laid out on a bridge with adjacent construction materials and a nearby brick building.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381727

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.9955-B

Front of new Union Station upon completion in 1911, tower of old station on left, Washington Square in foreground, Worcester, Mass., 9956-B

The image shows the front of the newly completed Union Station in 1911, located in Worcester, Massachusetts. The station features two prominent towers. On the left, a tower from the old station is visible. In the foreground, Washington Square can be seen with horse-drawn carriages and utility poles.

Date: 1911

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

GUSN: 381728

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9956-B

Construction of new Union Station, front elevation, Worcester, Mass., 9957-B

The image shows the construction site of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The front elevation of the building is visible with scaffolding and construction materials surrounding the structure. The station is situated near railroad tracks and adjacent buildings with a few signs visib...

Date: 1910-05-25

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

GUSN: 381729

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9957-B

Construction of the new Union Railroad Station, interior of waiting room, Worcester, Mass., 9958-B

The image shows the interior of the waiting room under construction at the new Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The large space features visible steel framework, arched brick walls, and multiple ladders. Construction materials and debris are scattered across the floor.

Date: 1910-09-14

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

GUSN: 381730

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9958-B

Setting the Franklin Street girders, showing cranes and railroad cars, Worcester, Mass., 9959-B

The image depicts a construction site in Worcester, Massachusetts, focused on setting the Franklin Street girders. Two cranes are actively engaged in the work, flanking the construction area. Railroad cars can be seen in the background along with several workers on the site. A large building and con...

Date: 1911-10-13

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

GUSN: 381731

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9959-B

Construction of new Union Railroad Station, front elevation, taken from old station, Worcester, Mass., 9960-B

The image features the construction of the new Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from the old station. The partially constructed front elevation is visible with large architectural elements and scaffolding surrounding the structure. In the foreground, various construction ma...

Date: 1910-12-23

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

GUSN: 381732

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9960-B

Construction of the new Union Railroad Station, looking into train concourse and baggage room area, Worcester, Mass., 9961-B

The image shows the construction site of the new Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are structural frameworks made of wood and steel within the train concourse and baggage room area. Surrounding the construction site are partially built brick walls and scaffolding. In the ba...

Date: 1910-07-26

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

GUSN: 381733

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9961-B

Construction of new Union Railroad Station, east side, The Grafton Street Arch Bridge in foreground, Worcester, Mass., 9962-B

The image depicts the construction site of the new Union Railroad Station on the east side with the Grafton Street Arch Bridge prominently visible in the foreground. Surrounding the construction area are several buildings and structures as well as railway tracks and construction materials. The scene...

Date: 1910-10-11

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

GUSN: 381734

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9962-B

Tower of old station in background, demolition of the old building in foreground, Worcester, Mass., 9963-B

The image shows a demolition site in the foreground with the partially dismantled old station surrounded by scaffolding and construction materials. In the background, a tall, ornate clock tower from the old station is visible along with a tall chimney.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381735

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.9963-B

New Union Station, construction, west side, Worcester, Mass., 9964-B

The image shows the construction site of the New Union Station on the west side in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are various construction materials and structures, including scaffolding and partially built walls. Rail tracks run through the site and several cranes and construction equipment are ...

Date: 1910-04-27

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

GUSN: 381736

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9964-B

Construction of new Union Station, rear or track side view, Worcester, Mass., 9965-B

The image shows the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, captured from the rear or track side view. Several construction cranes and scaffolding are visible around the building. The scene includes railway tracks, adjacent industrial buildings, and a notable tower structu...

Date: 1910-10-11

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

GUSN: 381737

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9965-B

New Union Railroad Station, construction, west side, Worcester, Mass., 9966-B

The image shows the construction of the west side of the New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The station is partially built and surrounded by scaffolding. Construction materials and debris are scattered around the site and a sign advertising building demolition services is visibl...

Date: 1910-09-22

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

GUSN: 381738

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9966-B

New Union Station, construction, east side, showing city in background, Worcester, Mass., 9967-B

The image shows the construction of the New Union Station on the east side with tracks and several cranes visible. In the background, the cityscape of Worcester, Massachusetts, including multiple buildings and church steeples, is apparent. A few workers are present on the site and a streetcar is vis...

Date: 1910-06-03

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

GUSN: 381739

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9967-B

New Union Railroad Station, construction, west side, looking east, Worcester, Mass., 9968-B

The image shows the construction of the New Union Railroad Station on the west side, looking east in Worcester, Massachusetts. The station structure is partially built with scaffolding and construction materials visible. In the background, a tall tower can be seen and several train tracks run alongs...

Date: 1910-05-19

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

GUSN: 381740

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9968-B

New Union Railroad Station construction, placing of roof trusses over the waiting room area, Worcester, Mass., 9969-B

The image shows the construction of the New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, focusing on the placement of roof trusses over the waiting room area. Visible are several large trusses being installed atop the brick structure and scaffolding surrounds the emerging building. Constructi...

Date: 1910-07-21

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

GUSN: 381741

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9969-B

Construction of new Union Station, west side showing elevated structure for Boston and Maine and New Haven railroad tracks, Worcester, Mass., 9970-B

The image depicts the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, showing the west side with an elevated structure for the Boston and Maine and New Haven railroad tracks. The scene includes a large amount of scaffolding, a partially built station facade, and numerous railway t...

Date: 1910-10-27

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

GUSN: 381742

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9970-B

Construction of new Union Station, west side, Worcester, Mass., 9971-B

The image shows the construction site of the new Union Station on the west side of Worcester, Massachusetts. The building structure is partially completed with scaffolding and construction materials visible. Work is actively being carried out with large cranes and various building sections under dev...

Date: 1910-07-26

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

GUSN: 381743

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9971-B

Construction of new Union Station, west side, Worcester, Mass., 9972-B

The image shows the construction of the new Union Station on the west side of Worcester, Massachusetts. Workers can be seen on the site and materials are scattered around the construction area. There are numerous signs and advertisements posted along the construction boundary.

Date: 1910-10-29

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

GUSN: 381744

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.9972-B

Junction of Illinois and Gates Streets, looking west, Grade Crossing elimination project, Worcester, Mass., 9973-B

The image depicts the junction of Illinois and Gates Streets in Worcester, Massachusetts, as part of the Grade Crossing elimination project. Visible are several houses, including a prominent home with a porch and dormer windows. A large tree stands on the left, while construction elements and barrie...

Date: August 1908

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

GUSN: 381745

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.9973-B

Wall east of Gardner Street, looking west, grade crossing elimination project, Worcester, Mass., 9974-B

The image depicts a railway line as part of the grade crossing elimination project in Worcester, Massachusetts. The view is looking west from the wall east of Gardner Street. On the right, multiple industrial buildings with tall chimneys are visible alongside train tracks elevated on a constructed w...

Date: 1908-11-03

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

GUSN: 381746

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.9974-B

Elimination of grade crossing project, Worcester, Mass., 9975-B

The image shows a construction site for a project eliminating a grade crossing in Worcester, Massachusetts. A large arched structure made of wood and metal supports extends over the site. A brick building is visible on the right side and construction materials are scattered on the ground.

Date: 1908-11-03

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

GUSN: 381747

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.9975-B

Gates Street looking south during grade crossing elimination project at South Worcester, Worcester, Mass., 10178-B

The image depicts Gates Street looking south during the grade crossing elimination project in South Worcester, Massachusetts. The street has visible dirt mounds and debris. On the left, there are several multi-story residential buildings and a wooden barrier with a "Street Closed" sign blocks the ro...

Date: August 1908

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

GUSN: 381948

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10178-B

Tracks looking south at Gates Street extension during grade crossing elimination project, Worcester, Mass., 10179-B

The image shows railroad tracks looking south at the Gates Street extension in Worcester, Massachusetts, during a grade crossing elimination project. In the background, there are several multi-story residential buildings, a wooden fence, and visible trees. A utility pole stands in the foreground nea...

Date: 1908

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

GUSN: 381949

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10179-B

Tracks looking southwest at Gates Street, extension during grade crossing elimination project, Worcester, Mass., 10180-B

The image shows railway tracks extending southwest at Gates Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. The tracks are part of a grade crossing elimination project. On the right, there is a residential building with multiple stories and balconies, while to the left, there are trees along a grassy area.

Date: 1908

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

GUSN: 381950

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10180-B

Grade crossing elimination project in South Worcester, wood forms and wall at Gates Street extension, Worcester, Mass., 10181-B

The image shows a construction site for a grade crossing elimination project in South Worcester, Massachusetts. Wooden forms are being used to create a wall at the Gates Street extension. Several workers are present alongside construction equipment and materials. Buildings and utility poles line the...

Date: 1908-06-14

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

GUSN: 381951

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10181-B

William Allen Sons Boiler Works at Washington Street, Worcester, Mass., 10182-B

The image shows the William Allen Sons Boiler Works located on Washington Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. The industrial buildings feature signs displaying the company names. In the foreground, there are railroad tracks running parallel to the buildings and various industrial equipment, includin...

Date: 1909-01-22

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

GUSN: 381952

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.10182-B

Tracks looking east at Gardner Street, Crompton and Knowles Loom Works on left, taken during grade crossing elimination project at South Worcester, Worcester, Mass., 10183-B

The image depicts railroad tracks looking east at Gardner Street during the grade crossing elimination project in South Worcester, Massachusetts. The Crompton and Knowles Loom Works building is visible on the left. Lumber and construction materials are stacked near the tracks and an industrial machi...

Date: 1908-11-03

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

GUSN: 381953

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10183-B

Buildings off Madison Street looking west, Worcester, Mass., 10184-B

The image depicts industrial buildings off Madison Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking west. The structures feature large windows and a visible chimney. Snow covers parts of the ground and a utility pole with wires is also present in the background.

Date: 1909-01-21

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

GUSN: 381954

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.10184-B

Buildings off Madison Street, looking east, railroad on left, Worcester, Mass., 10185-B

The image shows an industrial area off Madison Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking east. A railroad line is visible on the left, next to a sloped area covered with snow and debris. On the right, there are brick industrial buildings with tall smokestacks. A utility pole with multiple cross-ar...

Date: 1909-01-21

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

GUSN: 381955

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.10185-B

Blueprint of Old Union Railroad Station, Worcester, Mass., 10186-B

The blueprint depicts a sectional view of the Old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The drawing includes labeled areas such as the "Ladiesâ Dressing Room," "Gentlemen's Room," "Corridor," "Kitchen," and "Laundry," among others. Architectural features and dimensions are illustrate...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381956

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10186-B

Old Union Railroad Station looking west, Worcester, Mass., 10187-B

The image depicts the Old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, as viewed from the east looking west. Visible are train tracks extending towards a large brick archway. The left side of the image shows a brick building with multiple windows and piles of bricks and rubble beside it. Seve...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381957

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10187-B

Unidentified railroad station, 10188-B

The image shows part of an unidentified railroad station platform. A newsstand labeled "The Union News Company" is visible on the right. Various items are displayed and a person is standing near the counter. The station structure includes wooden beams and walls.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381958

Ref. Code: PC015.002.720.10188-B

Old Union Railroad Station, looking east, Worcester, Mass., 10189-B

The image shows the Old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from the east. The station features a large stone archway with visible train tracks leading into it. The structure has a robust, stone construction with some architectural detailing visible on the facade. A train is p...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381959

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10189-B

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