Historic New England

Chester railroad station, Chester, Massachusetts, 6370-B

The image shows the Chester railroad station in Chester, Massachusetts. The station building is visible to the right, with a sign indicating "CHESTER." In the foreground are train tracks and some scattered logs and debris. In the background, there are several buildings and leafless trees, with hills...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382606

Ref. Code: PC015.002.190.6370-B

Chester Station platform, looking east, Chester, Massachusetts, 6371-B

The image shows the Chester Station platform in Chester, Massachusetts, looking east. Visible are the railroad tracks curving away into the distance and a platform with several individuals standing near a wooden building. The building has a sign indicating "Western Union Telegraph & Cable Office." T...

Date: 1906-08-04

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

GUSN: 382607

Ref. Code: PC015.002.190.6371-B

Near Batlett House, Chester, Massachusetts, 6372-B

The image shows a grassy hill with a stone wall at the foreground leading up to the Batlett House in Chester, Massachusetts. A set of steps ascends the hillside toward the house, which features clapboard siding and several windows.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382608

Ref. Code: PC015.002.190.6372-B

Middlefield railroad station, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 6373-B

The image depicts the Middlefield railroad station in Middlefield, Massachusetts. The station features a shingled roof with a broad canopy extending over the platform area. Several people are standing and interacting on the platform. Visible in the foreground are railway tracks, and in the backgroun...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382609

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.6373-B

Hinsdale Station, Hinsdale, Massachusetts, 6374-B

The image shows the Hinsdale Station in Hinsdale, Massachusetts. The station building is visible with a distinctive roof structure. There are train cars on tracks adjacent to the station, and the area is surrounded by trees and grass. A house and telephone poles are also present in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382610

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.6374-B

View of Southbridge Street, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5327-B

The image depicts a view of Southbridge Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are a railway overpass and a snow-covered embankment. There is a utility pole with multiple cross-arms and a small building near the tracks. In the background, a tall tower structure is seen along with other building...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382611

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.5327-B

Boston Yard, under Albany Street Bridge at Old Kneeland Street Station, Boston, Massachusetts, 5328-B

The image shows a railway yard under the Albany Street Bridge at the Old Kneeland Street Station in Boston, Massachusetts. Multiple train tracks curve and converge in the yard, flanked by buildings on the left. A train car with a covered load is visible on the right side of the tracks, and in the di...

Date: 1898-06-09

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

GUSN: 382612

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5328-B

Freight Yards at Bloomingdale Road, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5329-B

The image depicts the freight yards at Bloomingdale Road in Worcester, Massachusetts. Several railroad tracks converge and diverge across a snow-covered landscape. Boxcars are positioned alongside the tracks and a large industrial building is visible on the right. Smoke can be seen coming from the d...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382613

Ref. Code: PC015.002.680.5329-B

Bloomingdale Road, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5330-B

The image shows a railroad crossing at Bloomingdale Road in Worcester, Massachusetts. A prominent sign reads "Rail Road Crossing." To the right, there is a building labeled "Jerome Marble & Co., Stone House." Snow covers the ground, and several train tracks are visible, along with some nearby struct...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382614

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.5330-B

Old Boston Freight Yard in vicinity of Kneeland Street, presently the site of the termination and interchange of the Massachusetts Turnpike, Boston, Massachusetts, 5331-B

The image shows an old freight yard in Boston near Kneeland Street, which is now where the Massachusetts Turnpike terminates and interchanges. Visible elements include several railway tracks converging, a freight train car on the right, and a signpost with "Rail Road Xing" marked on it. In the backg...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382615

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5331-B

Looking toward Fort Point Channel, from rear of old Kneeland Street Passenger Station (Lehigh Street Crossing), Boston, Massachusetts, 5332-B

The image shows a view toward Fort Point Channel from the rear of the old Kneeland Street Passenger Station at the Lehigh Street Crossing in Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there are multiple sets of railroad tracks, and in the background, freight train cars are visible. A utility pole sta...

Date: 1898

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

GUSN: 382616

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5332-B

Old Boston Freight Yard in vicinity of the Boston and Albany passenger station on Kneeland Street, taken at Lehigh Street Crossing, Boston, Massachusetts, 5333-B

The image shows the old Boston Freight Yard near the Boston and Albany passenger station on Kneeland Street, captured at Lehigh Street Crossing in Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple railway tracks converging towards a freight area. A signal post is present in the foreground and several frei...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382617

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5333-B

Signal Tower #1 in Boston Yard, Albany Street bridge in background, facilities for freight and passenger operation in Boston at Kneeland Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5334-B

The image shows Signal Tower #1 located in Boston Yard, with the Albany Street bridge visible in the background. There are multiple railway tracks in the foreground, and in the distance, part of the freight and passenger operation facilities near Kneeland Street in Boston, Massachusetts can be seen....

Date: 1898

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

GUSN: 382618

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5334-B

Brighton Station in lower left corner, present site of Massachusetts Turnpike, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5335-B

The image shows a view of Brighton Station, located in the lower left corner, with train tracks running alongside. A large utility pole is visible in the foreground, and there are several buildings and telecommunications lines in the area, which is now the site of the Massachusetts Turnpike in Brigh...

Date: 1914

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

GUSN: 382619

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5335-B

View of back yards and railroad near Brighton Station, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5336-B

The image shows a view of back yards near a railroad track close to Brighton Station in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, a fenced yard contains laundry hanging out to dry and a couple of individuals standing by the fence. In the background, a railroad bridge spans over the tracks,...

Date: 1914

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

GUSN: 382620

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5336-B

View of railroad tracks, Back Bay, Boston, Massachusetts, 5337-B

The image shows railroad tracks in Back Bay, Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, a small wooden structure with a slanted roof is visible on the left side. Several sets of tracks run parallel and curve slightly to the left in the distance. Utility poles line the right side and buildings can be ...

Date: 1898-04-25

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

GUSN: 382621

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.5337-B

View of back yards, advertising signs, and railroad, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5338-B

The image shows the back yards and rear facades of buildings in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. There are multiple advertising signs prominently displayed, including one for "Paul Jones Straight Whiskey." In the foreground, railroad tracks run parallel to a fence separating the tracks from the buil...

Date: 1914

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

GUSN: 382622

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5338-B

Brighton Station in lower left corner, present site of Massachusetts Turnpike, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5339-B

The image shows the Brighton Station area, located along the railway tracks at the present site of the Massachusetts Turnpike in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. A large wooden pole and railway tracks dominate the right side of the image. Buildings, a fence, and a billboard are visible to the left, ...

Date: 1914

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

GUSN: 382623

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5339-B

Railroad yards looking east from Boylston Street, freight yards and Mechanics Hall on right, passenger coach yard on left, Boston, Massachusetts, 5340-B

The image shows a view of railroad yards from Boylston Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The scene features multiple sets of train tracks stretching into the distance. On the right side, freight yards and Mechanics Hall are visible, while the left side includes a passenger coach yard. Boxcars can be ...

Date: 1910-1913

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

GUSN: 382624

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.5340-B

Riverside-Highland Branch, Newton, Massachusetts, 5341-B

The image shows a section of railroad tracks on the Riverside-Highland Branch in Newton, Massachusetts. The tracks curve to the right and there are telegraph poles alongside. A signal with a ladder is visible on the left side of the tracks and trees can be seen in the background.

Date: 1910-1913

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

GUSN: 382625

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.5341-B

West of Riverside Station, Main Line looking east, Newton, Massachusetts, 5342-B

The image shows a set of railroad tracks on the Main Line looking east, taken from a point west of Riverside Station in Newton, Massachusetts. The tracks run straight into the distance, flanked by utility poles. The surrounding landscape is flat with sparse trees and open land.

Date: 1910-1913

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

GUSN: 382626

Ref. Code: PC015.002.430.5342-B

Riverside-Highland Branch (taken at signal 91), Newton, Massachusetts, 5343-B

The image depicts a section of railroad tracks curving to the right, with a signal marked "91" prominently visible. These tracks are part of the Riverside-Highland Branch in Newton, Massachusetts. In the background, there are utility poles and a snow-covered landscape with trees.

Date: 1910-1913

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

GUSN: 382627

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.5343-B

Unidentified railroad station, woman standing on tracks, 5344-B

The image shows a woman standing on railroad tracks at an unidentified railroad station. Multiple sets of parallel tracks extend into the distance, with a few buildings on either side. The setting appears industrial, with several freight cars visible in the background.

Date: 1910-1913

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

GUSN: 382628

Ref. Code: PC015.002.720.5344-B

Bucolic scene on the Milford Branch Line, 5345-B

The image depicts a railway line curving through a rural landscape, identified as the Milford Branch Line. The scene features railroad tracks leading into the distance, bordered by grassy areas and sparse trees. A signpost stands near the tracks and a fence runs alongside the right side of the image...

Date: 1910-1913

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

GUSN: 382629

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.5345-B

Gravel pit, Wilbraham, Massachusetts, 5346-B

The image shows a gravel pit in Wilbraham, Massachusetts. The pit is composed of uneven rocky terrain with visible layers and scattered stones.

Date: 1911-10-20

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

GUSN: 382630

Ref. Code: PC015.002.600.5346-B

The Millbury Gravel Pit, Millbury, Massachusetts, 5347-B

The image depicts a scene at the Millbury Gravel Pit in Millbury, Massachusetts. Visible are several railway tracks intersecting, with a train engine positioned on one of the tracks. To the right, a large structure, possibly a hopper or storage bin, is elevated on wooden supports. In the background,...

Date: 1910-1913

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

GUSN: 382631

Ref. Code: PC015.002.340.5347-B

Southbridge Street, railroad side, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5348-B

The image depicts a view of the railroad side of Southbridge Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible elements include several railroad tracks that curve into the distance, a large electrical tower, utility poles with wires, an industrial building on the left, and other industrial structures, inc...

Date: 1910-1913

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

GUSN: 382632

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.5348-B

Reed Foundry Wall, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5349-B

The image shows a large, tiered stone wall, identified as the Reed Foundry Wall, located in Worcester, Massachusetts. In front of the wall, there are railroad tracks and scattered wooden planks. Several smokestacks and industrial structures are visible in the background.

Date: 1910-1913

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

GUSN: 382633

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.5349-B

Southbridge Street, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5350-B

The image depicts Southbridge Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple railroad tracks intersecting in the foreground, with a small building, likely a signal tower, situated among them. An elevated platform and a bridge extend over the tracks, and numerous utility poles with wires ca...

Date: 1913

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

GUSN: 382634

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.5350-B

The new Union Station, after completion, looking east, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5351-B

The image depicts the newly completed Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking east. Multiple railroad tracks run through the foreground, leading to the station, which features two prominent towers in the distance. To the left, there is a large industrial building marked with the sign "How...

Date: 1910

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

GUSN: 382635

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.5351-B

Worcester Freight Yard, looking west from tower 26, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5352-B

The image shows the Worcester Freight Yard in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from tower 26. The scene features multiple train tracks stretching into the distance with several structures, including a large wooden building on the right. Utility poles and signal equipment are visible along the tracks...

Date: 1913

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

GUSN: 382636

Ref. Code: PC015.002.680.5352-B

View at Gates Street, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5353-B

The image shows a railway track running parallel to Gates Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. On the left side, there is a grassy embankment with trees, while to the right, there are buildings visible behind a fence. A bridge crosses over the tracks in the distance and several utility poles line the...

Date: 1913

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

GUSN: 382637

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.5353-B

Subway passage under tracks at Grand Street, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5354-B

The image depicts a subway passage under tracks at Grand Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. A curved, tunnel-like entrance is visible, surrounded by stone walls and metal railings. In the background, large industrial buildings and freight train cars can be seen. A streetlamp is present to the right...

Date: 1913

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

GUSN: 382638

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.5354-B

Worcester Freight Yard, looking west from tower 26, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5355-B

The image depicts the Worcester Freight Yard in Worcester, Massachusetts, as seen from Tower 26, facing west. Multiple train tracks extend into the distance, with buildings and utility poles visible alongside. A few individuals are present near the tracks and various structures are scattered through...

Date: 1913

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

GUSN: 382639

Ref. Code: PC015.002.680.5355-B

Worcester Freight Yard, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5356-B

The image shows the Worcester Freight Yard in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple railroad tracks converging in the foreground, with a brick building on the left side. Several utility poles and small buildings can be seen on both sides of the tracks.

Date: ca. 1913

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

GUSN: 382640

Ref. Code: PC015.002.680.5356-B

Bird's eye view of the Worcester Freight Yard, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5357-B

The image shows an elevated perspective of the Worcester Freight Yard in Worcester, Massachusetts. Multiple train tracks are visible, along with several trains and freight cars. A row of telegraph poles runs along the left side of the yard, and industrial buildings and structures can be seen in the ...

Date: 1913

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

GUSN: 382641

Ref. Code: PC015.002.680.5357-B

Bird's eye view of the main line and freight yard, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5358-B

A bird's eye view of the main line and freight yard in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, shows an extensive network of railroad tracks with numerous train cars lined up on multiple parallel tracks. Industrial buildings are visible in the background, with a residential area situated on a hill beyond t...

Date: 1909-1911

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

GUSN: 382642

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5358-B

At the Millbury Gravel Pit, Millbury, Massachusetts, 5359-B

The image shows the Millbury Gravel Pit in Millbury, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple railroad tracks with a train engine to the left and a train with several connected cars positioned slightly off-track in the center. The landscape is relatively flat with some trees and low vegetation in the bac...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382643

Ref. Code: PC015.002.340.5359-B

Construction detail of Washington Street, now gone to make way for Massachusetts Turnpike, Newton, Massachusetts, 5360-B

The image shows a construction detail of Washington Street in Newton, Massachusetts, prior to its removal for the Massachusetts Turnpike. The scene includes a wooden fence, a pile of rubble or debris with barrels nearby, a utility pole with wires, and a large metal structure, possibly a bridge or ov...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382644

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.5360-B

At State Line Tunnel, 5361-B

The image depicts a section of railway tracks passing through a narrow cut in the rock. The tracks are flanked on both sides by high, rocky walls, with sparse vegetation visible atop the rocks. The tunnel area extends into the distance.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382645

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.5361-B

At State Line Tunnel, 5362-B

The image depicts the entrance of a railway tunnel carved into a rocky hillside, identified as the State Line Tunnel. The double railroad tracks run into the tunnel's dark opening. A person is standing to the side of the tracks, near the tunnel entrance. The rocky walls surrounding the tunnel are ru...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382646

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.5362-B

In the Berkshire Mountains, between Chester and Middlefield, 5363-B

The image shows a railroad track running through a rocky landscape in the Berkshire Mountains, between Chester and Middlefield. Steep rock faces line both sides of the track and there is a bridge visible in the distance. Sparse vegetation can be seen on the right side.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382647

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.5363-B

Freight yards near old Kneeland Street station, Boston, Massachusetts, 5364-B

The image shows a freight yard near the old Kneeland Street station in Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are several train tracks, freight cars with identifiable markings, and a large crane with a pulley system. In the background, there is visible infrastructure, including a large framework and other i...

Date: 1898

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

GUSN: 382648

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5364-B

Grand Junction Branch, East Boston, Massachusetts, 5365-B

The image depicts a section of the Grand Junction Branch in East Boston, Massachusetts. Multiple railroad tracks are visible, with buildings in the background on the right side. Utility poles line the tracks and there is a sign on the left with partially visible text that includes the name "A.W. Joh...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382649

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.5365-B

Grand Junction Branch, Prescott Street Yard, East Boston, Massachusetts, 5366-B

The image depicts the Grand Junction Branch at the Prescott Street Yard in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible elements include multiple sets of train tracks in the foreground and freight train cars lined up on the tracks. Several residential-style buildings are in the background, along with utility...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382650

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.5366-B

Grand Junction Branch, Prescott Street Yards, East Boston, Massachusetts, 5367-B

The image shows a long stretch of the Prescott Street Yards in East Boston, Massachusetts, specifically at the Grand Junction Branch. There are several railroad tracks with freight cars and tank cars visible on the left. Utility poles line both sides of the tracks and a dirt road runs alongside the ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382651

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.5367-B

Grand Junction Branch, Everett, Massachusetts, 5368-B

The image depicts the Grand Junction Branch in Everett, Massachusetts. It features railroad tracks curving to the right, bordered by a row of utility poles and houses with visible fences on the left side.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382652

Ref. Code: PC015.002.300.5368-B

View of Riverside, Newton, Massachusetts, 5369-B

The image depicts a railway line in Riverside, Newton, Massachusetts. Multiple train tracks run parallel to each other, extending into the distance. Wooden fences and utility poles line the left side of the tracks, with trees and foliage visible beyond.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382653

Ref. Code: PC015.002.430.5369-B

View of Riverside, looking toward Weston, Newton, Massachusetts, 5370-B

The image shows a view of railroad tracks at Riverside, looking toward Weston in Newton, Massachusetts. The tracks curve to the left and there are utility poles alongside them. In the distance, there are houses and trees visible, with some bare trees on the right side of the image.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382654

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.5370-B

Gondola cars, Hudson, New York, 10792-B

The image shows a set of gondola cars on railway tracks in Hudson, New York. The tracks run through an open area and part of a platform or additional structures is visible in the background.

Date: 1910-09-19

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

GUSN: 382555

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.10792-B

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