Historic New England

Milford and Uxbridge Street railroad crossing of the Milford Branch, Rocky Hill, Milford, Massachusetts, 5646-B

The image depicts the Milford and Uxbridge Street railroad crossing of the Milford Branch in Rocky Hill, Milford, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there are several bare trees and a small wooden structure. In the background, a railroad bridge is visible, spanning across the scene.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382931

Ref. Code: PC015.002.340.5646-B

Looking west at crossing of the Ware River railroad, Baldwinville, Templeton, Massachusetts, 5647-B

The image shows a snow-covered landscape with trees and a house in the background. A telephone pole is visible in the foreground. The scene captures the area near the crossing of the Ware River railroad in Baldwinville, Templeton, Massachusetts, looking westward.

Date: 1910-12-23

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

GUSN: 382932

Ref. Code: PC015.002.520.5647-B

Looking west at crossing of the Ware River railroad, Baldwinville, Templeton, Massachusetts, 5648-B

The image depicts a snowy landscape looking west at the crossing of the Ware River railroad in Baldwinville, Templeton, Massachusetts. A horse-drawn sleigh is visible on a snow-covered road lined with trees. In the background, there are several houses and other buildings. A set of railroad crossing ...

Date: 1910-12-23

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

GUSN: 382933

Ref. Code: PC015.002.520.5648-B

Looking east at crossing of the Ware River railroad, Baldwinville, Templeton, Massachusetts, 5649-B

The image shows a snow-covered railroad crossing at the Ware River railroad in Baldwinville, Templeton, Massachusetts. There are wooden utility poles with signs reading "RAIL ROAD CROSSING" and "LOOK OUT FOR THE ENGINE." Bare trees and a few small buildings are visible in the background.

Date: 1910-12-23

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

GUSN: 382934

Ref. Code: PC015.002.520.5649-B

Crossing of Boston and Albany railroad looking west, Hinsdale, Massachusetts, 5650-B

The image depicts the crossing of the Boston and Albany railroad looking west in Hinsdale, Massachusetts. It shows a snow-covered landscape with several houses on the left side among trees. A wooden fence runs alongside a road and the tracks of the railroad are visible in the background.

Date: 1899

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

GUSN: 382935

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.5650-B

View of river from bridge #409, North Dana, Dana, Massachusetts, 5651-B

The image shows a view of a river surrounded by dense foliage as seen from bridge #409 in North Dana, Dana, Massachusetts. The landscape includes low shrubs along the riverbank and a backdrop of wooded hills.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382936

Ref. Code: PC015.002.370.5651-B

View along the Westfield River, near mile post #125, Russell, Massachusetts, 5652-B

The image shows a view along the Westfield River near mile post #125 in Russell, Massachusetts. A bridge extends across the river, with a snow-covered landscape surrounding it. A small building is visible near the bridge, with bare trees and rocks lining the riverbank. A hill rises in the background...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382937

Ref. Code: PC015.002.510.5652-B

View along the Westfield River, near mile post #125, Russell, Massachusetts, 5653-B

The image depicts a winter view along the Westfield River near mile post #125 in Russell, Massachusetts. Snow covers the ground and a set of railroad tracks run parallel to the river. Several utility poles are visible alongside the tracks. The river is partially frozen, with mountains in the backgro...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382938

Ref. Code: PC015.002.510.5653-B

Scene in Berkshire Mountains, Huntington, Massachusetts, 5654-B

The image depicts a waterfall scene in the Berkshire Mountains, located in Huntington, Massachusetts. The water cascades down a rocky cliff surrounded by dense vegetation.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382939

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.5654-B

View of area affected by the Westfield River flood of 1907, Chester, Massachusetts, 5655-B

The image shows a landscape in Chester, Massachusetts, affected by the Westfield River flood of 1907. There is a snow-covered valley with a river and a few structures, possibly buildings, near the water. The background features a tree-lined mountain. A fence runs across the lower portion of the imag...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382940

Ref. Code: PC015.002.190.5655-B

View of area affected by the Westfield River flood of 1907, Chester, Massachusetts, 5656-B

The image shows an area in Chester, Massachusetts, affected by the Westfield River flood of 1907. Visible are two stone bridge piers, with snow covering the surrounding landscape. In the background, a small building and several utility poles are set against a hillside that is also covered in snow.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382941

Ref. Code: PC015.002.190.5656-B

View of area affected by the Westfield River flood of 1907, Chester, Massachusetts, 5657-B

The image shows a view of an area in Chester, Massachusetts that was affected by the Westfield River flood of 1907. In the foreground, there are railroad tracks with ice formations visible around them. In the background, several buildings and a mountain covered in snow are visible.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382942

Ref. Code: PC015.002.190.5657-B

View of area affected by the Westfield River flood of 1907, Chester, Massachusetts, 5658-B

The image shows an area in Chester, Massachusetts that was affected by the Westfield River flood of 1907. There are stone structures and remnants of a bridge visible, with snow covering much of the foreground and surrounding area. In the background, residential buildings and leafless trees are visib...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382943

Ref. Code: PC015.002.190.5658-B

View of area affected by the Westfield River flood of 1907, Chester, Massachusetts, 5659-B

The image shows an area in Chester, Massachusetts, affected by the Westfield River flood of 1907. It features a snow-covered landscape with a large building, roads, and scattered structures. The view includes a mountain in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382944

Ref. Code: PC015.002.190.5659-B

View of area affected by the Westfield River flood of 1907, Chester, Massachusetts, 5660-B

The image shows an area in Chester, Massachusetts, affected by the Westfield River flood of 1907. The landscape features a river with visible ice and debris, surrounding mountains, and several structures, including what appears to be buildings and retaining walls. The area is marked by snow and fros...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382945

Ref. Code: PC015.002.190.5660-B

Grade crossing elimination at South Worcester, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5661-B

The image shows a snow-covered area in South Worcester, Worcester, Massachusetts, associated with a grade crossing elimination project. Two large brick industrial buildings with many windows are visible in the background, along with a tall smokestack. There are also several smaller wooden structures...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382946

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.5661-B

Tank and refrigerator car at Allston Car Repair Shops (present sight of the Massachusetts Turnpike), Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5662-B

The image shows a tank car and a refrigerator car at the Allston Car Repair Shops, currently the site of the Massachusetts Turnpike, in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. The tank car on the left has the markings "5748 GALLONS. AIR BRAKE," and the refrigerator car in the center is labeled "M.D.T.CO 48...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382947

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5662-B

Box cars awaiting repairs at Allston Car Repair Shops (present sight of the Massachusetts Turnpike), Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5663-B

The image depicts several box cars located at the Allston Car Repair Shops, now the site of the Massachusetts Turnpike, in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. The box cars are on railway tracks, and there are multiple tracks diverging and converging in the area. In the background, a row of buildings an...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382948

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5663-B

Swift's livestock express cattle car #60565, 5664-B

The image depicts Swift's livestock express cattle car #60565. The car is positioned on railroad tracks with the identification "EXPRESS. 60565" visible on its side. The image captures the end section of the cattle car. "S.L.S.E 60565" is marked on the side of the car.

Date: 1901

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

GUSN: 382949

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5664-B

Accident of Boston and Albany gondola car #1979 on a bumping post at Beacon Park Yard, Allston, Massachusetts, 5665-B

The image depicts a Boston and Albany gondola car, #1979, involved in an accident at a bumping post in Beacon Park Yard, Allston, Massachusetts. The gondola car is tilted upward, positioned against a bumping post at the end of the railway track. Several inscriptions including "B&A" and "Air Brake" a...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382950

Ref. Code: PC015.002.050.5665-B

Accident of Boston and Albany gondola car #1979 on a bumping post at Beacon Park Yard, Allston, Massachusetts, 5666-B

The image shows a Boston and Albany gondola car, numbered 1979, involved in an accident at a bumping post at Beacon Park Yard in Allston, Massachusetts. The car is seen derailed, lifted onto several supports, with the wheels misaligned. Additional rail cars can be observed in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382951

Ref. Code: PC015.002.050.5666-B

Swift's livestock express cattle car #60725, 5667-B

The image showcases Swift's livestock express cattle car #60725. The cattle car features wooden slatted sides with the number "60725" visible on both the side and end of the car.

Date: 1901-03-29

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

GUSN: 382952

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5667-B

Swift's livestock express cattle car #60267, 5668-B

The image shows Swift's livestock express cattle car #60267. The car is marked with "S.L.S.E." and "Swift's Live Stock" on its side. The cattle car features include the wheels, slatted sides for ventilation, and a brake wheel on the top corner.

Date: 1901-03-29

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

GUSN: 382953

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5668-B

Swift's livestock express cattle car #60267, 5669-B

The image shows a Swift's livestock express cattle car with the identification number 60267 prominently displayed. The side of the car features slatted wood paneling for ventilation and structural metal beams. The end of the car has the initials "S.L.S.E." and the number "60267" marked on it, and it...

Date: 1901-03-29

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

GUSN: 382954

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5669-B

Merchant's Dispatch Transport Co. refrigerator car #4867, 5690-B

The image shows a Merchant's Dispatch Transport Co. refrigerator car numbered 4867 on a railway track. The car is visible from the rear, with the markings "M.D.T.CO. 4867" clearly seen on its back panel. Several railroad tracks run parallel beside the car and utility poles are visible in the backgro...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382955

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5690-B

Bangor and Aroostook railroad boxcar #1022, 5691-B

The image shows a Bangor and Aroostook railroad boxcar, numbered 1022. The side of the boxcar has text indicating it belongs to the "Aroostook Short Line." Various specifications and notations, including capacity and weights, are visible on the side. The boxcar is situated on railroad tracks with so...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382956

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5691-B

F & P.M. railroad boxcar #6455, 5692-B

The image shows a railroad boxcar numbered 6455 belonging to the F & P.M railroad. The boxcar is positioned on train tracks, featuring visible markings including its capacity of 40,000 lbs. The lettering "F & P.M." is prominently displayed along with additional text and numbers. A large vertical str...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382957

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5692-B

Tank car #7 of Tide Water Oil Co., 5693-B

The image depicts tank car #7 of the Tide Water Oil Co. The car is designed to transport oil and has a marked capacity of 5748 gallons. It is equipped with air brakes and sits on railroad tracks. The Tide Water Oil Co. name and the number 7 are prominently displayed on the side of the tank. Building...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382958

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5693-B

Boston and Maine railroad boxcar #14281, East Cambridge, Cambridge, 5694-B

The image shows a Boston and Maine railroad boxcar numbered 14281, situated in East Cambridge, Cambridge. The boxcar is on railroad tracks, and there are buildings visible in the background with multiple windows and doors. The text "Boston & Maine" and "Air Brake" are clearly visible on the side of ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382959

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.5694-B

New York and Hudson River railroad cattle car #2389, 5695-B

The image shows a New York Central and Hudson River Railroad cattle car with the number 23089, positioned on a railway track. The car is constructed predominantly of wood, featuring an elevated section with slatted ventilations on the side. The text "AIR BRAKE" is painted on the car. The structure i...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382960

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5695-B

View of railroad and river in the Berkshire Mountains, Russell, Massachusetts, 5427-B

The image features a view of a railroad track running alongside a river in the Berkshire Mountains, located in Russell, Massachusetts. The landscape is characterized by rolling hills and sparse vegetation, with trees visible on the right side.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382711

Ref. Code: PC015.002.510.5427-B

Tower #12, station and large church in background, 5428-B

The image shows an open, barren area with a tower identified as Tower #12 in the foreground. In the background, there is a large church with a prominent steeple alongside a station. Utility poles and wires are visible throughout the area. Several buildings are scattered in the vicinity, including so...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382712

Ref. Code: PC015.002.720.5428-B

Railroad tracks, showing house behind, North Grafton, Grafton, Massachusetts, 5429-B

The image shows railroad tracks in the foreground. Behind the tracks, there is a field with a few trees and a stone wall. A house is visible in the background, situated in North Grafton, Grafton, Massachusetts.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382713

Ref. Code: PC015.002.300.5429-B

View of a group of barriers and Fay Brothers Undertakers business, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5430-B

The image depicts a construction site with large, pyramid-shaped barriers in the foreground in Worcester, Massachusetts. To the background, there is a two-story building with a sign reading "Fay Brothers Undertakers." Various wooden structures and materials are visible around the construction area.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382714

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.5430-B

View of railroad looking east, Bridge #140 in lower right of the image, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 5431-B

The image shows a view looking east over a railroad surrounded by dense forest and hills in Middlefield, Massachusetts. In the lower right corner, Bridge #140 is visible, crossing over the railroad. Rocky terrain and trees are prominent in the foreground on the left side.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382715

Ref. Code: PC015.002.350.5431-B

Detail of old coupler on freight car, 5432-B

The image depicts a close-up view of an old coupler attached to a freight car. Visible are the train wheels and the edge of the car, which features large bolts and a metal coupler mechanism protruding from the end. Snow and tracks can be seen on the ground, and there are markings including "WE" on t...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382716

Ref. Code: PC015.002.730.5432-B

Detail of Merchants Dispatch Transport Car #9165 (refrigerator car), 5433-B

The image shows a detailed view of the Merchants Dispatch Transport Car #9165, identified as a refrigerator car. Visible components include the undercarriage with wheels and suspension, a ladder on the side, and prominent branding on the side with the letters "M.D.T.CO 9165." The surface of the car ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382717

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5433-B

Old Boston and Albany hand car in Allston Yard, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5434-B

The image shows an old Boston and Albany Railroad hand car located in the Allston Yard in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. The hand car features a simple wooden platform with four large spoked wheels. In the background, there are various rail yard elements, including additional rail car parts and tr...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382718

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5434-B

Box car in the Back Bay railroad yards, Back Bay, Boston, Massachusetts, 5435-B

The image shows a box car situated on railway tracks in the Back Bay railroad yards in Boston, Massachusetts. The side of the box car features visible text, including "C.S.H." and "West End," with the date "June 22, 1897" noted. In the background, buildings can be seen, including one with signage th...

Date: 1897-06-22

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

GUSN: 382719

Ref. Code: PC015.002.130.5435-B

Dump car A-46 in Allston Yard, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5436-B

The image depicts dump car A-46 located in Allston Yard, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. The car is situated on railroad tracks and features a wooden structure with visible metal components, including chains and bolts. Other rail cars and industrial buildings can be seen in the backdrop.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382720

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5436-B

Interior of passenger coach fitted for Better Farming Special Train, 5437-B

The image shows the interior of a passenger coach fitted for the Better Farming Special Train. The coach is arranged with displays on both sides, featuring educational materials and small models of livestock on a table. A group of people, including some standing and some seated, are gathered in the ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382721

Ref. Code: PC015.002.700.5437-B

Boston Freight Yard (near Kneeland Street), image taken at old freight house #5, Boston, Massachusetts, 5438-B

The image depicts a scene at the Boston Freight Yard near Kneeland Street, specifically at old freight house #5 in Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are railroad tracks running across the foreground, a caboose marked âB&A 9,â and several freight cars adjacent to the warehouses. The background shows...

Date: ca. 1898

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

GUSN: 382722

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5438-B

West of railroad station looking east with road gang and approaching engine, Charlton, Massachusetts, 5439-B

1 glass plate negative

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382723

Ref. Code: PC015.002.170.5439-B

West of railroad station looking west with road gang and approaching engine, Charlton, Massachusetts, 5440-B

The image depicts a crew of workers positioned along a railroad track, engaged in maintenance or construction tasks, west of the railroad station in Charlton, Massachusetts. In the background, a train engine is approaching along the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382724

Ref. Code: PC015.002.170.5440-B

Rowe Street railroad crossing, Rowe, Massachusetts, 5441-B

This image depicts the Rowe Street railroad crossing in Rowe, Massachusetts. It shows a dirt road flanked by trees and a wooden fence, with a railroad crossing sign overhead. On the right, there is a house partially visible among trees and shrubbery.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382725

Ref. Code: PC015.002.500.5441-B

Speen Street Abutments, Natick, Massachusetts, 5442-B

The image depicts construction work on the Speen Street Abutments in Natick, Massachusetts. There is a railway crossing in the foreground, with a sign reading "RAILROAD CROSSING LOOK OUT FOR ENGINE." Several workers are visible on large stone structures, and a crane is being used in the construction...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382726

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.5442-B

West side of Speen Street, south side of railroad, Natick, Massachusetts, 5443-B

The image shows a wooden fence running alongside a sloped area on the west side of Speen Street, south of a railroad in Natick, Massachusetts. In the background, there is a house visible with a few trees nearby. The terrain is uneven and slightly elevated.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382727

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.5443-B

East slope of Mill Street, north side of railroad, Natick, Massachusetts, 5444-B

The image shows a wooden fence along the east slope of Mill Street, located on the north side of a railroad in Natick, Massachusetts. The fence runs parallel to the incline, with leafless trees and a small structure visible in the surrounding area.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382728

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.5444-B

Farnum Bros. Limeworks, looking west from top of trestle, Cheshire, Massachusetts, 5445-B

The image depicts a scene from the top of a trestle at Farnum Bros. Limeworks in Cheshire, Massachusetts, looking west. A railway track runs along the trestle with utility poles alongside. In the background, there are buildings and a hilly landscape with trees. A body of water is visible to the righ...

Date: 1904-04-22

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

GUSN: 382729

Ref. Code: PC015.002.170.5445-B

Farnum Bros. Limeworks, looking west, electric railroad trestle on right, Cheshire, Massachusetts, 5446-B

The image depicts the Farnum Bros. Limeworks in Cheshire, Massachusetts, looking west. On the right side, an electric railroad trestle extends across a body of water. Buildings are visible in the background, with hills and trees in the distance.

Date: 1904-04-22

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

GUSN: 382730

Ref. Code: PC015.002.170.5446-B

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