Historic New England

New York City and Hudson River railroad boxcar, #63847, 9738-B

The image features a New York City and Hudson River railroad boxcar with the number #63847 prominently displayed. The boxcar is situated on railway tracks with additional boxcars visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381510

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.9738-B

Tank car #72, 9739-B

The image shows a tank car labeled as #72. The tank car is cylindrical and stands on train tracks. The text "OIL CITY, PA" is written on the side of the tank. There are additional railway cars visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381511

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.9739-B

Tank car #72, 9740-B

The image shows a tank car labeled as #72, with additional text identifying it as C.R.C.O and referencing "Oil City PA" and "Refining Co." The tank car is situated on railway tracks with other rail cars visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381512

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.9740-B

Allston railroad yard, pile of lumber, Brighton, Mass., 9741-B

The image depicts a large pile of lumber stacked at the Allston railroad yard in Brighton, Massachusetts. Snow is visible covering the ground and some of the timber. In the foreground, there are two large wheel components. Utility poles and a building with chimneys are visible in the background.

Date: 1904-01-25

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

GUSN: 381513

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.9741-B

Boston Journal from November 24, 1907, 9742-B

The image shows a page of the Boston Journal newspaper dated November 24, 1907. The page is laid flat on a plain surface. Various headlines and articles with images and text blocks are visible, though specific details are not distinguishable.

Date: 1907-11-24

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

GUSN: 381514

Ref. Code: PC015.002.750.9742-B

Remains of wagon struck by train at Berkshire, Mass., showing rear wheel and body, Berkshire, Mass., 9743-B

The image shows the remains of a wagon that was struck by a train in Berkshire, Massachusetts. Visible are parts of the wagon, including a rear wheel and the body, surrounded by dense foliage.

Date: 1910-07-19

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

GUSN: 381515

Ref. Code: PC015.002.060.9743-B

Part of wagon below crossing in Berkshire, rear wheels and body, Berkshire, Mass., 9744-B

The image shows part of a damaged wagon beneath a crossing in Berkshire, Massachusetts. Visible are the rear wheels and the body of the wagon partially obscured by dense vegetation. The surroundings include leafy bushes and tall grasses.

Date: 1910-07-19

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

GUSN: 381516

Ref. Code: PC015.002.060.9744-B

Cross section of railroad ties, showing effect of different spikes, 9745-B

The image shows two sections of railroad ties, each marked with numbers: 26 on the top section, and 29 and 27 on the bottom section. These sections display the effects of different spikes on the wood. The wood grain and spike indentations illustrate how various spikes have impacted the structure of ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381517

Ref. Code: PC015.002.750.9745-B

Cross section of railroad ties, showing effect of different spikes, 9746-B

The image shows a cross-section of railroad ties with visible grooves and markings, illustrating the effects of different spikes. There are three labeled sections, each with a number attached: "8" on the top section, and "13" and "7" on the bottom section. The wood grain and spike indentations illus...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381518

Ref. Code: PC015.002.750.9746-B

Cross section of railroad ties, showing effect of different spikes, 9747-B

The image shows a cross section of three railroad ties, each labeled with numbers 22, 23, and 24. These sections display the effects of different spikes driven into them. The spikes have created distinct deformation patterns in the wood, which are visible in the cross sections.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381519

Ref. Code: PC015.002.750.9747-B

Cross section of railroad ties, showing effect of different spikes, 9748-B

The image shows a cross section of two wooden railroad ties. The sections display the effects of different spikes, as indicated by the visible indentations and splits in the wood. Each section is labeled with numbers 17, 18, 19, and 20 on separate cards.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381520

Ref. Code: PC015.002.750.9748-B

Cross section of railroad ties, showing effect of different spikes, 9749-B

The image shows a cross section of railroad ties with the effects of different spikes visible. There are four sections of wood labeled with numbers 38, 39, 15, and 16. Each section displays indentations or effects caused by spikes.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381521

Ref. Code: PC015.002.750.9749-B

Cross section of railroad ties, showing effect of different spikes, 9750-B

The image displays a cross-section of railroad ties marked with visible indentations caused by different spikes. Two wooden sections are numbered with tags, one labeled "10" and the other "12" on the upper section, and "14" labeled on the lower section, illustrating the effect of the spikes on the w...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381522

Ref. Code: PC015.002.750.9750-B

Cross section of railroad ties, showing effect of different spikes, 9751-B

The image shows a cross section of railroad ties with visible grooves from different spikes. There are four sections, each numbered with labels: "31", "2", "34", and "36". The wood grain and the effects of the spikes are clearly seen, illustrating the impact of the different spikes used.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381523

Ref. Code: PC015.002.750.9751-B

New York, Chicago, and St. Louis railroad freight car, #18147, 9752-B

The image depicts a freight car belonging to the New York, Chicago, and St. Louis Railroad, marked with the number #18147. The side of the wooden freight car features text indicating it is a "FAST FREIGHT." The car is situated on railroad tracks and nearby there are utility poles and a fence in the ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381524

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.9752-B

New York, Chicago, and St. Louis railroad freight car, #18147, 9753-B

The image shows a New York, Chicago, and St. Louis Railroad freight car numbered #18147. The railroad car is situated on train tracks with buildings and a wooden fence visible in the background. The markings on the car include "N.Y.C. & S. L." along with "18147" near the top.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381525

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.9753-B

New York, Chicago, and St. Louis railroad freight car, #18147, 9754-B

The image shows a freight car belonging to the New York, Chicago, and St. Louis Railroad. The car is marked with the number #18147 and has the designation "Fast Freight." It is positioned on railroad tracks with visible wheels and a ladder on the side. Signage on the car includes "N.Y.C. & St.L."

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381526

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.9754-B

New York, Chicago, and St. Louis railroad freight car, #18147, 9755-B

The image depicts a New York, Chicago, and St. Louis railroad freight car, marked with the number #18147. The text on the side of the car reads "FAST FREIGHT 18147" and the company name "NEW YORK, CHICAGO & ST. LOUIS RY." The car is positioned on railway tracks and a utility pole with power lines is...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381527

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.9755-B

New York, Chicago, and St. Louis railroad freight car, #18147, 9756-B

The image shows a New York, Chicago, and St. Louis railroad freight car marked with the number #18147. The freight car is situated on a set of tracks with a utility pole nearby. The landscape includes some trees and buildings visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381528

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.9756-B

New York, Chicago, and St. Louis railroad freight car, #18147, 9757-B

The image shows a New York, Chicago, and St. Louis railroad freight car marked with the number #18147. The car is situated on railroad tracks in an outdoor setting. In the background, there is a building with the words "FLOUR, HAY AND GRAIN" visible. The landscape includes trees and open grassy area...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381529

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.9757-B

New York Central and Hudson River railroad, freight car, #63847, 9758-B

The image shows a freight car labeled "N.Y.C. & H.R. 63847" on a railway track. It is part of the New York Central and Hudson River Railroad. The setting includes additional train cars and industrial buildings in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381530

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.9758-B

New York Central and Hudson River railroad, freight car, #63847, 9759-B

The image shows a freight car from the New York Central and Hudson River Railroad, labeled with the number #63847. The wooden freight car is situated on railroad tracks with visible wheels and a brake wheel on top. The text "N.Y.C. & H.R. 63847" is prominently marked on the side of the car.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381531

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.9759-B

New York Central and Hudson River railroad, freight car, #63847, 9760-B

The image shows a freight car from the New York Central and Hudson River Railroad with the identification number #63847. The boxcar is positioned on train tracks, with "N.Y.C. & H.R." and the number "63847" clearly visible on its side. The surroundings include other railway tracks and a structure to...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381532

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.9760-B

Grand Trunk freight car #15922, East Boston, Mass., 9761-B

The image shows a Grand Trunk freight car numbered #15922 in East Boston, Massachusetts. The freight car has visible text that reads "GRAND TRUNK 15922" on its side. The car is positioned next to another rail car and snow is visible on the ground around the tracks.

Date: 1911-02-08

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

GUSN: 381533

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.9761-B

Grand Trunk freight car #15922, rear, East Boston, Mass., 9762-B

The image shows the rear view of Grand Trunk freight car #15922, located in East Boston, Massachusetts. The freight car is positioned on snow-covered train tracks. The words "GRAND TRUNK" and the number "15922" are clearly visible on the rear of the car. Another boxcar with "New York Central Lines" ...

Date: 1911-02-08

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

GUSN: 381534

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.9762-B

Grand Trunk freight car #15922, East Boston, Mass., 9763-B

The image shows the end of a Grand Trunk freight car numbered #15922 situated in East Boston, Massachusetts. The wooden freight car displays visible text "GRAND TRUNK" and "15922." Snow is present on the undercarriage and tracks.

Date: 1911-02-08

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

GUSN: 381535

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.9763-B

Grand Trunk freight car #15922, East Boston, Mass., 9764-B

The image depicts Grand Trunk freight car #15922 located in East Boston, Massachusetts. The freight car is situated on snowy railway tracks with its side door open. Snow is visible on the roof and wheels of the freight car. The words "GRAND TRUNK" and the number "15922" are clearly marked on the sid...

Date: 1911-02-08

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

GUSN: 381536

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.9764-B

Swift's Live Stock Car #60716, Boston, Mass., 9765-B

The image depicts Swift's Live Stock Car #60716 located in Boston, Massachusetts. The wooden rail car stands on a set of tracks in an industrial area. The car features slatted walls suitable for ventilation and text visible on the side includes "S.L.S.E 60716" and "Farlow Draft Gear Twin Springs."

Date: 1911-02-06

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

GUSN: 381537

Ref. Code: PC015.002.130.9765-B

Swift's Live Stock Car #60716, Boston, Mass., 9766-B

The image depicts the rear view of a railway livestock car labeled "Swift's Live Stock Car #60716" in Boston, Massachusetts. The car, marked with the letters "S.L.S.E." is positioned on tracks with other railway cars visible in the background. A wooden fence and utility pole are also present.

Date: 1911-02-06

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

GUSN: 381538

Ref. Code: PC015.002.130.9766-B

Street scene, possibly Cambridge or East Boston, Massachusetts unidentified, 9767-B

1 glass plate negative

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381539

Ref. Code: PC015.002.9767-B

Engine House (sand house), exterior detail, Worcester, Mass., 9768-B

The image shows the exterior detail of an engine house, specifically a sand house, in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible in the foreground are railroad tracks running alongside the brick wall of the building. A signal light is located to the right of the tracks and the area appears industrial with ad...

Date: 1907-10-05

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

GUSN: 381540

Ref. Code: PC015.002.640.9768-B

At North Package and Provision Co., exterior, East Cambridge, Cambridge, Mass., 9769-B

The image shows an exterior view of North Package and Provision Co. in East Cambridge, Cambridge, Massachusetts. Visible are train tracks curving alongside a large wooden building. In the background, there is another industrial building with multiple windows as well as a pile of material and some ba...

Date: 1907-11-08

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

GUSN: 381541

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.9769-B

At North Package and Provision Co., exterior, East Cambridge, Cambridge, Mass., 9770-B

The image depicts the exterior of the North Package and Provision Co. in East Cambridge, Massachusetts. Visible are railway tracks curving alongside large industrial buildings. To the left, there is a pile of dirt or gravel and a row of barrels. The buildings are constructed with wooden and brick fa...

Date: 1907-11-08

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

GUSN: 381542

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.9770-B

At North Package and Provision Co., East Cambridge, Cambridge, Mass., 9771-B

The image depicts the North Package and Provision Co. in East Cambridge, Cambridge, Massachusetts. It features industrial tracks running through the center flanked by large industrial buildings. Visible are various industrial items, including barrels and piles of materials, with a large cylindrical ...

Date: 1907-11-08

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

GUSN: 381543

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.9771-B

Unidentified building, interior, 9772-B

The image shows the interior of an unidentified building. The space is large and open with tall, exposed wooden beams and a ceiling. There are several large vents or hoods suspended from the ceiling. The walls are made of brick and feature a series of tall windows along one side. There are also visi...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381544

Ref. Code: PC015.002.720.9772-B

Probably engine house under construction, 9773-B

The image shows a circular structure under construction, likely an engine house, as indicated by the partially complete framework and girders visible above. Construction materials, including planks and a large pipe, are scattered on the ground. A worker in a hat is seen standing among the constructi...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381545

Ref. Code: PC015.002.720.9773-B

Railroad station exterior, 9774-B

The image shows the exterior of a two-story railroad station. The building features a pitched roof and multiple windows across both levels. There is an extended platform area in front of the station with steps leading up to the structure. The scene includes utility poles and a barren foreground.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381546

Ref. Code: PC015.002.720.9774-B

Unidentified man seated at desk, 9775-B

An unidentified man in a suit and hat is seated at a wooden desk in an office. The desk is covered with papers, books, and various documents. The room features large windows with curtains and a plain wall in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381547

Ref. Code: PC015.002.770.9775-B

Looking down tracks from Grand Street Crossing, Worcester, Mass., 10027-B

The image depicts a view down railroad tracks from the Grand Street Crossing in Worcester, Massachusetts. There are two sets of tracks running parallel with a railroad crossing in the foreground. On the left, a building displays a sign for "Little Liver Pills." On the right, a series of industrial b...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381798

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.10027-B

View down tracks from Grand Street, Worcester, Mass., 10028-B

The image shows a view of multiple railway tracks extending from Grand Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there is a wooden platform crossing the tracks. To the left, a building has a large painted advertisement for "CARTER'S LITTLE LIVER PILLS." Several houses and utility poles ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381799

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.10028-B

Looking east from Plymouth Street, Worcester, Mass., 10029-B

The image depicts a set of railroad tracks stretching eastward from Plymouth Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. On the left, there is a stone wall with a fence and trees lining the edge. On the right, several railcars are visible near buildings, one of which bears the words "Allen Boiler Works." Ut...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381800

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.10029-B

View down tracks from Grand Street, Worcester, Mass., 10030-B

The image shows a view down railroad tracks from Grand Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. The tracks lead into the distance, flanked by utility poles and a fence on the right. A few train cars are visible further down the tracks. On the left, there are buildings and a large sign for "Carter's Littl...

Date: ca. 1908

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

GUSN: 381801

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.10030-B

Grafton Street Railroad Crossing, before elimination in 1909, Worcester, Mass., 10031-B

The image shows the Grafton Street Railroad Crossing in Worcester, Massachusetts, before its elimination in 1909. Visible are several railroad tracks running through the area with a building marked "Bradle Car Works" prominently on the left. Utility poles and signage related to the railroad are also...

Date: 1909

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

GUSN: 381802

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.10031-B

View down tracks, Worcester, Mass., 10032-B

The image shows a set of railway tracks in Worcester, Massachusetts. The tracks extend into the distance with some rail cars visible further down. On the left is an open grassy area and utility poles line the tracks. Industrial buildings are faintly visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381803

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.10032-B

Old Union Station, Boston and Maine Railroad, exit, Worcester, Mass., 10033-B

The image depicts the Old Union Station of the Boston and Maine Railroad in Worcester, Massachusetts. The view shows the exit area of the station featuring railroad tracks leading to an arched stone building. The structure has large windows and an open door where the tracks pass through, surrounded ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381804

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10033-B

Powell Planer's Works, exterior, Worcester, Mass., 10034-B

The image shows the exterior of Powell Planer's Works in Worcester, Massachusetts. There is snow on the ground in the forground. The building has signage for Powell Tool Company and Planers. To the right, a railway car marked with "N.Y.N.H. & H." is partially visible. Electrical poles and signage fo...

Date: 1909-01-21

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

GUSN: 381805

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.10034-B

Leonard Street, looking north, elimination of grade crossing project, Worcester, Mass., 10035-B

The image shows Leonard Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking northward. It depicts a scene from the elimination of a grade crossing project. In the foreground, there is construction work evident with dirt and some concrete structures visible. Trees and a residential building are visible in th...

Date: August 1908

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

GUSN: 381806

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10035-B

Illinois Street looking west, elimination of grade crossing project, Worcester, Mass., 10036-B

The image shows a view of Illinois Street looking west in Worcester, Massachusetts, where a grade crossing elimination project is underway. The street is unpaved with visible tire tracks and construction materials are scattered along the sides. Residential buildings line the left side of the street ...

Date: August 1908

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

GUSN: 381807

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10036-B

Illinois Street looking east, elimination of grade crossing project, Worcester, Mass., 10037-B

The image depicts Illinois Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking east during a grade crossing elimination project. The scene includes several trees lining the street and construction activity is visible with some workers present. In the background, there are multiple buildings including a larg...

Date: August 1908

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

GUSN: 381808

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10037-B

East end of old freight yard, looking west, Worcester, Mass., 10038-B

The image shows the east end of an old freight yard in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking west. Visible are multiple railroad tracks converging into the distance, flanked by utility poles and several buildings. A small structure resembling a signal tower is centered further down the tracks and larger...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381809

Ref. Code: PC015.002.680.10038-B

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