Historic New England

Interior of the Immigration Quarters on the Cunard Line Pier, East Boston, Mass., 9847-B

The image depicts the interior of the immigration quarters at the Cunard Line Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. The space is open and features several wooden pillars supporting a high ceiling. There are signs on the walls indicating areas for "Refreshments" and "Western Union Telegraph." A visible...

Date: 1910-12-28

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

GUSN: 381619

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.9847-B

Interior of the Immigration Quarters on the Cunard Line Pier, East Boston, Mass., 9848-B

The image shows the interior of the Immigration Quarters on the Cunard Line Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. The space is characterized by rows of wooden benches arranged in parallel lines. The structure features exposed beams and columns along with multiple light fixtures mounted on the walls. T...

Date: 1910-12-28

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

GUSN: 381620

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.9848-B

Interior of the Immigration Quarters on the Cunard Line Pier, East Boston, Mass., 9849-B

The image depicts the interior of the Immigration Quarters on the Cunard Line Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. The space is large and open featuring multiple rows of long benches separated by metal railings. Overhead are visible beams and supports. The area is well-lit by large windows along the ...

Date: 1910-12-28

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

GUSN: 381621

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.9849-B

View of pier facilities taken from storage warehouse, Clyde Street Pier in center, East Boston, Mass., 9850-B

The image depicts pier facilities at Clyde Street Pier, East Boston, Massachusetts, as seen from a storage warehouse. The scene includes a prominent water tower and a large industrial complex with several buildings and a smokestack. There are tracks and a berthed ship visible near the waterfront.

Date: 1911-01-13

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

GUSN: 381622

Ref. Code: PC015.002.220.9850-B

View from roof of the storage warehouse toward grain elevator and piers, East Boston, Mass., 9851-B

The image shows a view from the roof of a storage warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. In the distance, a large grain elevator is visible along with several piers. The foreground includes rooftops of multiple buildings and there is a tall smokestack seen to the right.

Date: 1911-01-13

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

GUSN: 381623

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9851-B

View from new grain elevator showing piers, showing various grain conveyors, East Boston, Mass., 9852-B

The image shows a view from a new grain elevator in East Boston, Massachusetts, highlighting various grain conveyors. The scene features a series of large, elevated conveyor systems and industrial buildings.

Date: 1911-01-13

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

GUSN: 381624

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9852-B

View of Leyland and Cunard Line Piers from new grain elevators, showing the "Ivernia" tied up at pier, looking toward Boston, East Boston, Mass., 9853-B

The image shows a view from new grain elevators overlooking the Leyland and Cunard Line Piers. The steamship "Ivernia" is docked at the pier.

Date: 1911-01-13

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

GUSN: 381625

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9853-B

New Leyland Line Pier, showing ship tied at pier, East Boston, Mass., 9854-B

The image shows a ship tied to the New Leyland Line Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. The ship is positioned alongside a complex of industrial-style buildings with visible structural frameworks and windows. There is a large water tank in the background on one of the structures. The scene is captur...

Date: 1910

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

GUSN: 381626

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.9854-B

View from grain elevator showing new Cunard Line pier, looking toward Boston and Charlestown, East Boston, Mass., 9856-B

The image depicts a view from a grain elevator looking toward the new Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. The foreground features extensive pier structures with rows of windows and a network of covered walkways. In the background, the cityscape of Boston and Charlestown is visible, inclu...

Date: 1910-07-25

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

GUSN: 381627

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.9856-B

View from new grain elevator, showing general B&A pier and Massachusetts Coal Co. Wharf (Now site of Bethlehem Steel Co. Dry Dock), looking toward South Boston, East Boston, Mass., 9855-B

1 glass plate negative

Date: 1910-07-25

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

GUSN: 381628

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9855-B

View from new grain elevator toward Boston showing roof of new Leyland Line pier, East Boston, Mass., 9857-B

The image depicts a view from a grain elevator looking toward Boston, showcasing the roof of the new Leyland Line pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. Several buildings with flat roofs and ventilation structures are visible. In the background, ships can be seen docked along the pier with the city sky...

Date: 1910-07-25

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

GUSN: 381629

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.9857-B

Foundation of transformer house taken from warehouse, good view of East Boston houses and buildings, East Boston, Mass., 9858-B

The image shows the construction site of a transformer house foundation viewed from a warehouse. There are various materials and machinery present at the site. In the background, East Boston houses and buildings are visible, with architectural details of roofs and windows. A prominent tower-like str...

Date: 1910-07-25

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

GUSN: 381630

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.9858-B

Pier facilities, railroad yard and grain elevator from roof of the North Dock and storage warehouse, East Boston, Mass., 9859-B

The image captures a view of pier facilities, a railroad yard, and a grain elevator in East Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, railroad tracks are visible along with various industrial buildings. A large water tower and a grain elevator dominate the skyline. The scene is viewed from the roof ...

Date: 1910-12-12

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

GUSN: 381631

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9859-B

Pier facilities, railroad yard and grain elevator from roof of the North Dock and storage warehouse, East Boston, Mass., 9860-B

The image depicts the pier facilities, railroad yard, and grain elevator as seen from the roof of the North Dock and storage warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there are railway tracks and industrial buildings while a large water tower and grain elevator dominate the backgro...

Date: 1910-12-12

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

GUSN: 381632

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9860-B

Construction of new grain elevator, East Boston, Mass., 9861-B

The image shows the construction of a new grain elevator in East Boston, Massachusetts. The large brick structure is partially completed with a visible metal framework on top. In the foreground, there are multiple railway tracks, a small building, and a freight car marked "Nickel Plate."

Date: 1910-07-18

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

GUSN: 381633

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.9861-B

Pier work, East Boston, Mass., 9862-B

The image shows pier construction work in East Boston, Massachusetts. It features a large wooden structure under construction with cranes and scaffolding visible. There are additional structures and equipment in the background.

Date: ca. 1900

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

GUSN: 381634

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.9862-B

Pile driver at work on Clyde Street pier, East Boston, Mass., 9863-B

The image shows a pile driver in operation at the Clyde Street pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. Several men are present at the construction site, which includes wooden beams and construction materials.

Date: 1906-10-06

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

GUSN: 381635

Ref. Code: PC015.002.220.9863-B

Construction of new warehouse, pile drivers at work, East Boston, Mass., 9864-B

The image depicts the construction site of a new warehouse in East Boston, Massachusetts. Several pile drivers are in operation, and there are workers visible on the site. In the background, there are large ships docked and the area is cluttered with construction materials such as logs and debris.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381636

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.9864-B

Construction of new warehouses, pile drivers at work, East Boston, Mass., 9865-B

The image shows a construction site for new warehouses in East Boston, Massachusetts. Several pile drivers are actively in use, surrounded by a groundwork of beams and rubble. In the background, ships and industrial buildings are visible.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381637

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.9865-B

Clyde Street Pier, interior view, looking north, East Boston, Mass., 9866-B

The image shows the interior view of Clyde Street Pier, looking north in East Boston, Massachusetts. The space is a large, open structure with a series of evenly spaced supporting beams and trusses. There's a central track leading towards a large doorway at the far end.

Date: 1907-09-17

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

GUSN: 381638

Ref. Code: PC015.002.220.9866-B

Clyde Street Pier, interior view, looking north, East Boston, Mass., 9867-B

The image depicts the interior view of Clyde Street Pier, looking north in East Boston, Massachusetts. The interior features a large, open space with visible structural beams and trusses as well as high windows along the upper walls. There are a few objects, such as ladders, visible within the space...

Date: 1907-09-17

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

GUSN: 381639

Ref. Code: PC015.002.220.9867-B

B&A Pier, roof trusses of warehouse #1, taken before fire of 1908, East Boston, Mass., 9868-B

The image depicts the roof trusses of Warehouse #1 at B&A Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. The photograph showcases the structural framework of the warehouse, highlighting the wooden beams and trusses before the fire of 1908.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381640

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9868-B

B&A Pier, second floor trusses of warehouse #1, taken before fire of 1908, East Boston, Mass., 9869-B

The image depicts the trusses on the second floor of warehouse #1 at the B&A Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts, before the fire of 1908. The structure is composed of wooden beams and trusses in a grid-like pattern. There are several people visible in the scene engaged in work around the constructio...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381641

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9869-B

Grade crossing elimination project, Bennington Street sheathing and bracing, looking northeast, East Boston, Mass., 9870-B

The image depicts a construction site for a grade crossing elimination project on Bennington Street in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are sheathing and bracing structures in progress, with wooden supports angled against the wall. A man wearing a hat is standing atop the structure. In the backgr...

Date: 1905-08-08

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

GUSN: 381642

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.9870-B

Clyde Street pier, East Boston, Mass., 9871-B

The image depicts the Clyde Street pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. The pier features metal beams and poles in the structure. A wooden post with a rounded cap is visible near the water's edge.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381643

Ref. Code: PC015.002.220.9871-B

Dock #2, dredging, showing west side of old grain elevator, destroyed by fire on July 8th, 1908, East Boston, Mass., 9872-B

The image depicts Dock #2 in East Boston, Massachusetts, with dredging activity visible in the foreground. A large, old grain elevator is seen on the west side, which was destroyed by fire on July 8th, 1908. Piles of logs are in the foreground while cranes and other waterfront structures appear in t...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381644

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9872-B

New Street, warehouse from the southeast, exterior, East Boston, Mass., 9873-B

The image shows a multi-story brick warehouse seen from the southeast in East Boston, Massachusetts. The building has several large window openings without glass and a ladder is visible leading to one of the upper floors. To the left, a building with signage for "Rumney Painting Co." is partially vi...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381645

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9873-B

New Street, warehouse from northeast, East Boston, Mass., 9874-B

The image shows a multi-story brick warehouse on New Street, viewed from the northeast, in East Boston, Massachusetts. The building has several open windows and a long ladder is leaning against it, reaching up to one of the windows. In the foreground, a utility pole with wires and a streetlamp is vi...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381646

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.9874-B

Cunard Line Pier, reconstruction, view from roof looking out toward harbor, East Boston, Mass., 9875-B

The image shows the reconstruction of the Cunard Line Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts, viewed from a rooftop looking toward the harbor. The scene includes a network of wooden beams and construction materials with workers scattered throughout the site. The harbor is visible in the background.

Date: 1909-03-29

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

GUSN: 381647

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.9875-B

Cunard Line Pier, reconstruction, looking east from Clyde Street Pier, East Boston, Mass., 9876-B

The image shows the reconstruction of the Cunard Line Pier, viewed looking east from Clyde Street Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, a large sailing ship with multiple masts is docked by the pier. Behind the ship, a partially constructed building with a steel framework is visible...

Date: 1909-03-29

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

GUSN: 381648

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.9876-B

Cunard Line Pier, reconstruction, view southeast, down harbor, showing outer end from Clyde Street Pier, East Boston, Mass., 9877-B

The image depicts the reconstruction of the Cunard Line Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts, viewed from the southeast down the harbor from Clyde Street Pier. The scene shows many wooden pilings and various cranes or construction equipment. In the background, masts of tall ships are visible set again...

Date: 1909-03-29

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

GUSN: 381649

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.9877-B

Cunard Line pier, reconstruction of pier, East Boston, Mass., 9878-B

The image depicts the reconstruction of the Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. Several cranes and construction equipment are visible along the pier with workers engaged in construction tasks. A large ship is moored in the background to the left alongside a partially built structure.

Date: 1909-02-22

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

GUSN: 381650

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.9878-B

Aftermath of pier fire on July 8, 1908, view showing destruction of grain elevator office, generator, boiler, and engine houses, taken from head of dock #2, East Boston, Mass., 9879-B

The image depicts the aftermath of a pier fire on July 8, 1908, in East Boston, Massachusetts, taken from the head of dock #2. Visible are the ruins of the grain elevator office, and the remains of the generator, boiler, and engine houses. The scene shows a landscape of destroyed structures and debr...

Date: 1908-07-18

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

GUSN: 381651

Ref. Code: PC015.002.250.9879-B

Cunard Line Pier, reconstruction, taken from Leyland Pier, East Boston, Mass., 9880-B

The image shows the reconstruction of the Cunard Line Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts, viewed from Leyland Pier. A large framework of steel beams is visible. Cranes and other construction equipment can be seen in the background near the water's edge.

Date: 1909-03-29

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

GUSN: 381652

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.9880-B

Cunard Line Pier, reconstruction, East Boston, Mass., 9881-B

The image depicts the reconstruction of the Cunard Line Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. Numerous wooden pilings extend into the water with cranes and construction equipment visible in the background. A barge is stationed near the pier and several structures and industrial elements are present al...

Date: 1909-03-15

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

GUSN: 381653

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.9881-B

Cunard Line Pier, reconstruction, East Boston, Mass., 9882-B

The image depicts the reconstruction of the Cunard Line Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. The structure is in progress with a visible framework of steel beams and wooden materials stacked in the foreground. A large crane is present on the right side alongside temporary wooden structures.

Date: 1909

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

GUSN: 381654

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.9882-B

Cunard Line Pier, reconstruction, East Boston, Mass., 9883-B

The image depicts the reconstruction of the Cunard Line Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are the framework of the building under construction, cranes, and a variety of wooden pilings protruding from the water. The background includes several buildings and additional construction equipment...

Date: 1909-03-15

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

GUSN: 381655

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.9883-B

Leyland Pier, start of reconstruction after destroyed by fire July 8, 1908, pile details, East Boston, Mass., 9884-B

The image depicts the initial stages of reconstruction at Leyland Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts, after it was destroyed by a fire on July 8, 1908. Numerous wooden piles rise from the water. In the background, partially constructed buildings and industrial structures are visible.

Date: 1909-03-06

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

GUSN: 381656

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.9884-B

Leyland Line Pier, start of reconstruction, pile details, East Boston, Mass., 9885-B

The image depicts the start of reconstruction at Leyland Line Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are numerous wooden piles set into the water, forming the foundation for the pier. In the background, a barge marked "W.M. Miller" is situated near the construction site and several railcars are...

Date: 1909-03-15

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

GUSN: 381657

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.9885-B

Leyland Line Pier, start of reconstruction after fire of July 8, 1908, pile details, East Boston, Mass., 9886-B

The image depicts the start of reconstruction of the Leyland Line Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts, after a fire on July 8, 1908. Visible are numerous wooden piles and logs, some submerged in water, which are part of the pier structure. In the background, there are industrial buildings and warehou...

Date: 1909-03-06

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

GUSN: 381658

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.9886-B

Leyland Line Pier, start of reconstruction after destroyed by fire of July 8, 1908, pile details, East Boston, Mass., 9887-B

The image shows the reconstruction of Leyland Line Pier after it was destroyed by fire on July 8, 1908, in East Boston, Massachusetts. The scene features piles of logs and large stones, with debris and partially constructed wooden pilings visible near the water.

Date: 1909-03-06

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

GUSN: 381659

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.9887-B

Leyland Line Pier from south east corner of old grain elevator, showing remains of fire of 1908, East Boston, Mass., 9888-B

The image depicts the Leyland Line Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts, as seen from the southeast corner of an old grain elevator. Visible are the remains of the 1908 fire, including scattered rubble, stone foundations, and timber debris. In the background, structures and warehouses are present.

Date: 1909-03-06

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

GUSN: 381660

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.9888-B

Reconstructed pier at East Boston after 1908 fire, East Boston, Mass., 9789-B

The image depicts the reconstructed pier at East Boston after a fire in 1908. It shows a building under construction on the waterfront with scaffolding and workers. There is a ship docked alongside the pier and construction materials are visible in the foreground.

Date: 1909-05-03

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

GUSN: 381561

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.9789-B

New piers showing grain conveyor and part of ship, East Boston, Mass., 9790-B

The image depicts new piers in East Boston, Massachusetts, featuring a visible grain conveyor structure. Part of a ship's hull is seen alongside the pier with various equipment and rigging evident on the deck. A second, smaller vessel is also present in the background near the quay.

Date: ca. 1909

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

GUSN: 381562

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.9790-B

Special truss for Pier warehouse #5, East Boston, Mass., 9791-B

The image shows a special truss structure at Pier Warehouse #5 in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are interconnected beams and supports forming the truss system. In the background, the masts of a ship can be seen, along with additional dock structures.

Date: 1896-03-21

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

GUSN: 381563

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.9791-B

East side framing for Pier warehouse #5, East Boston, Mass., 9792-B

The image shows the construction of the east side framing for Pier Warehouse #5 in East Boston, Massachusetts. The structure consists of a series of aligned metal beams and columns. A man is standing next to a wheelbarrow in the foreground with more building supplies visible on the ground.

Date: 1896-03-21

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

GUSN: 381564

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.9792-B

East side of Pier #1, warehouse #15, East Boston, Mass., 9793-B

The image shows the east side of Pier #1 and warehouse #15 in East Boston, Massachusetts. It features wooden beams and supports extending over the harbor with part of the decking in view. Some construction materials, such as wooden planks, are scattered on the surface of the pier.

Date: 1896

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

GUSN: 381565

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.9793-B

North end of Pier warehouse #5, exterior, East Boston, Mass., 9794-B

The image depicts the exterior of the north end of Pier Warehouse #5 in East Boston, Massachusetts. The the warehouse is under construction or repair, with wooden scaffolding and a tall, ladder-like structure. Construction materials and debris are visible on the ground in the foreground.

Date: 1896

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

GUSN: 381566

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.9794-B

Construction of piers, showing framing, East Boston, Mass., 9795-B

The image depicts the construction of piers in East Boston, Massachusetts, with visible framing structures. The wooden frameworks are under construction, showing a series of parallel wooden beams.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381567

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.9795-B

View from top of grain elevator, showing conveyors and roofs of warehouses, East Boston, Mass., 9796-B

The image captures a view from the top of a grain elevator in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are the tops of conveyors stretching towards the water and the roofs of several warehouses. In the background, the harbor is visible with ships and other structures partially seen through mist or fog.

Date: 1911-01-13

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

GUSN: 381568

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.9796-B

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