Historic New England

Maryland Casualty Company, 151 Milk Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5085-B

The image shows a multi-story building at 151 Milk Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The facade features arched windows, with signage for "Maryland Casualty Company" visible on the ground floor. An automobile is parked on the street in front of the building.

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390560

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.002.5085-B

Businesses on Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5086-B

The image shows a row of businesses on Tremont Street in Boston, Massachusetts. Notable establishments include the MacMillan, Schafer Co., which is labeled as a fur store, and the Henry H. Tuttle Co. Other visible signs point to an English Tea Room and the Arlace Boot Shop.

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390561

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.001.5086-B

Businesses from 723-727 Boylston Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5087-B

The image depicts the storefronts of several businesses located at 723-727 Boylston Street in Boston, Massachusetts. Visible businesses include the "Atlantic Radio Co. Inc." and "Wilson Inc." The street scene includes a vintage automobile parked in front of the buildings and a mailbox on the sidewal...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390562

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.001.5087-B

Businesses at the corner of Atlantic Avenue and Congress Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5088-B

The image depicts a multi-story brick building located at the corner of Atlantic Avenue and Congress Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The signs on the building indicate the presence of several businesses, including "Malvin W. Kenney - Printer" and "P. N. Prenovitz & Co." There are horse-drawn carts ...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390563

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.001.5088-B

C. D. Parker and R. E. Broker office building, 150 Congress Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5089-B

The image depicts the C. D. Parker and R. E. Broker office building located at 150 Congress Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The building is a multi-story structure with large rectangular windows. Adjacent buildings are visible on either side, and signs on the buildings include "L.J. Peabody" and "To ...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390564

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.002.5089-B

Buildings on State Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5090-B

The image depicts a view of buildings on State Street in Boston, Massachusetts. It shows a series of multi-story buildings with detailed facades, including ornate architectural elements such as decorative moldings and cornices. The street below is partially visible with shadows cast on it.

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390565

Ref. Code: PC020.001.005.5090-B

View down Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5091-B

The image shows a bustling scene on Washington Street in Boston, Massachusetts. There are numerous vehicles, including early automobiles and horse-drawn carriages, traveling down the street. Pedestrians are walking along the sidewalks. The architecture lining the street features large, ornate buildi...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390566

Ref. Code: PC020.001.005.5091-B

Blackstone Community Center, 50 W Brookline Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5092-B

The image depicts the Blackstone Community Center located at 50 W Brookline Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The building is multi-storied with a neoclassical design, featuring columns and decorative elements near the roofline. A group of people is visible walking along the sidewalk in front of the bu...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390567

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.004.5092-B

Merchants Co-op Bank building, 51 Cornhill, Boston, 5093-B

The image features the Merchants Co-op Bank building located at 51 Cornhill, Boston. It is a multi-story structure with large windows on each floor. The ground level includes various shopfronts with awnings, one of which is labeled "Loan Co." and another with the word "RADIO." Signs and storefront d...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390568

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.003.5093-B

Water Street, Post Office Square, Boston, Massachusetts, 5094-B

The image shows Post Office Square in Boston, Massachusetts, featuring several multi-story brick and stone buildings. In the foreground, there are visible construction materials and activity, including several horse-drawn carts near a structure with a sign that reads "Patrick McGovern, Contractor." ...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390569

Ref. Code: PC020.001.005.5094-B

Boston Fish Pier, sail boats docked, commercial wharf in background, Boston Harbor, Boston, Massachusetts, 5095-B

The image shows several sailboats docked at the Boston Fish Pier. People are gathered on the pier, which is situated in Boston Harbor. In the background, a commercial wharf with several buildings is visible.

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390570

Ref. Code: PC020.001.006.5095-B

Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 East Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts, 5096-B

The image depicts the Lowell Memorial Auditorium located at 50 East Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts. The building features a neoclassical design with a prominent faÃ§ade including tall columns and a wide set of steps leading to the entrance. The area surrounding the auditorium is landscaped ...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390571

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.004.5096-B

Massachusetts Wharf Coal Co. garage, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5099-B

The image depicts the Massachusetts Wharf Coal Co. garage in East Boston, Massachusetts. The building is constructed from brick and features a symmetrical facade with large windows and an arched central entrance. The sign above the entrance reads, "MASSACHUSETTS WHARF COAL CO. GARAGE."

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390572

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.005.5099-B

Businesses on Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 5105-B

The image shows a row of businesses along Washington Street in Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple multi-story buildings with distinct architectural designs, featuring arched windows and decorative facades. Among the businesses is âGEO. E. MARSTERSâ with a striped awning and âSCHRAFFTâ...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390573

Ref. Code: PC020.001.001.001.5105-B

Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 East Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts, 5097-B

The image shows the Lowell Memorial Auditorium located at 50 East Merrimack Street in Lowell, Massachusetts. The building features a classical architectural style with prominent columns at the entrance. The surrounding area is landscaped with neatly maintained lawns and small trees, and adjacent str...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390574

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.004.5097-B

Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 East Merrimack Street, Lowell, Massachusetts, 5098-B

The image depicts the Lowell Memorial Auditorium located at 50 East Merrimack Street in Lowell, Massachusetts. The structure features a neoclassical design with a prominent facade of tall columns and grand entryways. Manicured lawns and pathways surround the building, and several trees and lampposts...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390575

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.004.5098-B

Fire Station - Engine #40, Sumner Street, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5100-B

The image depicts a fFire station located on Sumner Street in East Boston, Massachusetts. The building features an arched entrance and several large windows. Two fire trucks can be seen inside the open garage bays. The neighboring structures include a multi-story building with a storefront labeled "...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390576

Ref. Code: PC020.001.002.001.5100-B

Warren Line, Pier #41, Charlestown, Boston, Massachusetts, 5101-B

The image depicts Pier #41 of the Warren Line in Charlestown, Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there is a small building on the pier surrounded by water. Additional docks and industrial buildings are visible in the background.

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390577

Ref. Code: PC020.001.006.5101-B

View of Boston Harbor, looking toward East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5102-B

The image shows a view of Boston Harbor, focusing on an area toward East Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there are tram lines and a street with blurred movement of horse-drawn carriages. Numerous industrial buildings and smokestacks line the harbor, and several ships are docked along the w...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390578

Ref. Code: PC020.001.006.5102-B

View of Boston Harbor, looking toward East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5103-B

The image shows a view of Boston Harbor, looking towards East Boston in Massachusetts. In the foreground, there are docks and a pier with structures, including a small building. Multiple ships, including ones with tall masts, are anchored in the harbor. The background features an industrial area wit...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390579

Ref. Code: PC020.001.006.5103-B

Building at the corner of Broad and Water Streets, Boston, Massachusetts, 5104-B

The image shows a multi-story building located at the corner of Broad and Water Streets in Boston, Massachusetts. The structure has distinctive arched windows and awnings and is situated adjacent to other buildings. Several early 20th-century automobiles are parked along the cobblestone streets surr...

Date: 1920-1939

Collection: William T. Clark photographic collection, 1920s-1930s

GUSN: 390580

Ref. Code: PC020.001.005.5104-B

Sheep, York, Maine, 8078-A

The image shows a group of sheep grazing in a field in York, Maine. A person, seen from behind, is standing nearby holding a tool, possibly a shepherd's crook.

Date: 1880-1889

Collection: Emma Lewis Coleman photographic collection, 1880s

GUSN: 389954

Ref. Code: PC021.001.002.8078-A

Canal in South Meadows, Deerfield, Massachusetts, 8079-A

The image depicts a canal in South Meadows, Deerfield, Massachusetts. It features a waterway running through grassy fields with a simple wooden bridge crossing it. There are trees in the background and a wheeled cart visible to the right side of the image.

Date: 1880-1889

Collection: Emma Lewis Coleman photographic collection, 1880s

GUSN: 389955

Ref. Code: PC021.001.005.8079-A

Stebbins house, built by Samuel C. Bordwell, Deerfield, Massachusetts, 8080-A

The image features the Stebbins house, built by Samuel C. Bordwell, located in Deerfield, Massachusetts. The house is a two-story structure with multiple windows and is partially obscured by large trees. In the foreground, there is a picket fence and a path leading to the house, with people sitting ...

Date: 1880-1889

Collection: Emma Lewis Coleman photographic collection, 1880s

GUSN: 389956

Ref. Code: PC021.001.005.8080-A

Mrs. Gerrish and Mrs. Plaisted sharing a cup of tea, York, Maine, 8081-A

The image shows two women, identified as Mrs. Gerrish and Mrs. Plaisted, sitting at a small table in a room in York, Maine. They are engaged in sharing a cup of tea. The table holds a tea set, including a teapot, cups, and a candle. A plant sits on a shelf near the window and a bundle of herbs or dr...

Date: 1885

Collection: Emma Lewis Coleman photographic collection, 1880s

GUSN: 389957

Ref. Code: PC021.001.002.8081-A

Sailor in York Harbor, York, Maine, 8082-A

The image shows a sailor in York Harbor, York, Maine. The sailor is leaning on a boat's boom while overlooking the water.

Date: 1880-1889

Collection: Emma Lewis Coleman photographic collection, 1880s

GUSN: 389958

Ref. Code: PC021.001.002.8082-A

Cove between York and Ogunquit, Maine, 8083-A

The photograph shows two individuals standing by a small boat on a rocky shoreline, covered with seaweed, in a cove between York and Ogunquit, Maine.

Date: 1880-1889

Collection: Emma Lewis Coleman photographic collection, 1880s

GUSN: 389959

Ref. Code: PC021.001.001.8083-A

G. W. Patch with his catch, York River, York, Maine, 8084-A

The image shows a man identified as G. W. Patch standing next to the York River in York, Maine. He is holding the handles of a wheelbarrow that contains a basket full of fish.

Date: 1880-1889

Collection: Emma Lewis Coleman photographic collection, 1880s

GUSN: 389960

Ref. Code: PC021.001.002.8084-A

Newburyport Marshes, Massachusetts, 8085-A

The image depicts a marsh in Newburyport, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there is a large haystack situated in the marshy area with water around it. The background features a flat expanse of marshland stretching toward the horizon.

Date: 1880-1889

Collection: Emma Lewis Coleman photographic collection, 1880s

GUSN: 389961

Ref. Code: PC021.001.003.8085-A

Mrs. Gerrish and Mrs. Plaisted winding yarn, York, Maine, 8086-A

The image shows two women, identified as Mrs. Gerrish and Mrs. Plaisted, engaged in winding yarn in York, Maine. They are seated in chairs facing each other, with yarn running between them. One woman is holding a skein, wrapping it around her hands, while the other assists.

Date: 1885

Collection: Emma Lewis Coleman photographic collection, 1880s

GUSN: 389962

Ref. Code: PC021.001.002.8086-A

Paul Revere tankard, Deerfield, Massachusetts, 8071-A

The image depicts a silver tankard with a lid, featuring a handle and a finial on top. It is identified as a "Paul Revere tankard" from Deerfield, Massachusetts. The tankard has a polished appearance and is photographed against a plain background.

Date: 1880-1889

Collection: Emma Lewis Coleman photographic collection, 1880s

GUSN: 389963

Ref. Code: PC021.001.005.8071-A

Joseph Stebbins house, Deerfield, Massachusetts, 8073-A

The image shows the entrance of the Joseph Stebbins house in Deerfield, Massachusetts. The doorway features elaborate woodwork, including a semi-circular pediment with dentil molding and fluted columns with scrollwork. Steps lead up to the entrance and there are potted plants on either side of the d...

Date: 1880-1889

Collection: Emma Lewis Coleman photographic collection, 1880s

GUSN: 389964

Ref. Code: PC021.001.005.8073-A

Hay cart, York, Maine, 8076-A

The image shows a hay cart in a rural setting in York, Maine. A man stands on top of a large pile of hay loaded onto the cart, holding a tool. Two oxen are hitched to the cart, and another man stands nearby holding a long stick or tool.

Date: 1880-1889

Collection: Emma Lewis Coleman photographic collection, 1880s

GUSN: 389965

Ref. Code: PC021.001.002.8076-A

Carpentry agreement between John Hill and Edward Skate, Portsmouth, N.H., 1698

This is a two page carpentry agreement, April 6, 1697, between Captain John Hill of Saco Fort, Maine and Edward Skate, carpenter, of Portsmouth, NH, Piscataqua River region. The document was certified by Thomas Phipps in Portsmouth, NH.

Date: 4/6/1698

Collection: General architectural and cartographic collection

GUSN: 389996

Ref. Code: AR001.USNH.1750.027

Quincy Horse RR ticket, undated

Small paper ticket is printed in red ink on pink paper. On the front of the ticket is an image of people and quarry structures and a large hill, possibly an image of the granite railroad in Quincy which is a different entity. On the verso are the words"From Quincy to Boston" The ticket is stamped ...

Date: undated

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 390023

Ref. Code: EP001.11.12.002.008

Book of tickets, The New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad Co., undated

This small cardboard book of tickets holds 8 remaining blue tickets. Number 17798. The signature of A.B. Smith, Gen'l Pass'r Agent is printed on the cover. The ticket book entitled the holder to a total of twelve passages between Boston and Milton [Massachusetts].

Date: undated

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 390024

Ref. Code: EP001.11.12.002.009

Furniture catalogue pages, William Leavens & Co., Boston, Massachusetts., undated

This catalog is a series of individual pages showing black-and-white photographs of furniture items manufactured by William Leavens & Company. In addition to individual pieces of furniture, some pages show room elevations with examples of furniture arrangement. The pages were mailed in a heavy pap...

Date: undated

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 390025

Ref. Code: EP001.12.009.002.134

Home Canning & Drying of Vegetables & Fruits, Victory Edition, 1919

This small booklet contains printed letters from government officials, including Charles Lathrop Pack, who was the President of the National War Garden Commission. The booklet holds detailed instructions for home canning, with diagrams, tables, illustrations, and directions for preserving many types...

Date: 1919

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 390028

Ref. Code: EP001.14.04.015

The Steamboat, Volume 1, Number 1, 1877

This newspaper gives information about and support of John Fitch as the inventor of the Steamboat. A topic of some controversy. This is the first number and volume of "The Steamboat". Included on the back are some advertisements and call for news agents.

Date: 1877

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 390034

Ref. Code: EP001.15.052

Leavens Furniture catalog, 1932 [second copy]

The catalog shows mostly black-and-white and several color photographs of individual pieces of furniture. The catalog also shows some images of furniture arranged in rooms. Inserted into this catalog are 7 separate pages that show additional furnishings, some of these pages have handwritten prices ...

Date: 1932

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 390035

Ref. Code: EP001.12.009.002.135

Price list for Leaven's Furniture, 1931

This price list, possibly inserted into trade catalogues, is printed with black ink on yellow paper. The price list contains item numbers, article names, measurements, and varying prices per item depending on finishes. The back of the price list shows additional pricing for decoration and striping o...

Date: 1931

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 390036

Ref. Code: EP001.12.009.002.136

Trains

File part

Collection: General photographic collection

GUSN: 390037

Ref. Code: PC001.03.02.0400.0500

Postcards of New England Railroads, 1908-1980

The postcards depict different railroad trains, infrastructure, and some indvidual engines, that served New England. Collected over decades, the postcards are mostly uncirculated, but some have handwritten messages and postage affixed to the back. Postcards were donated in alphabetical order by...

Date: 1908-1980, undated

Collection: General photographic collection

GUSN: 390038

Ref. Code: PC001.03.02.0400.0500.001