Historic New England

Cherry Street crossing, looking south, Ashland, Massachusetts, 8323-B

The image shows Cherry Street crossing in Ashland, Massachusetts, looking south. It features a railroad crossing sign with the text "RAIL ROAD CROSSING" and "LOOK OUT FOR THE ENGINE." Snow covers the ground, and tracks are visible in the foreground. A building and utility poles are present in the ba...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384058

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.8323-B

Cherry Street crossing, looking north, Ashland, Massachusetts, 8324-B

The image depicts the Cherry Street railroad crossing looking north in Ashland, Massachusetts. Visible are the railroad tracks covered in snow, a small wooden building to the right, and a "Railroad Crossing" sign on the left with the words "Look Out for the Engine." Trees and houses line the backgro...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384059

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.8324-B

Station platform in foreground, freight station on right, Chatham Center, Chatham, New York, 8326-B

The image shows a station platform in the foreground with railroad tracks running parallel to it. In the background on the right, there is a freight station. Two men are standing in the grassy area between the tracks and the houses. Several houses and trees are visible, along with utility poles and ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384060

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.8326-B

South crossing near Lanesborough, looking east, Pittsfield & North Adams Branch, Lanesborough, Massachusetts, 8327-B

The image depicts a rural scene near Lanesborough, Massachusetts, showing a south crossing looking east along the Pittsfield & North Adams Branch. In the foreground, a dirt road leads to a railroad crossing marked by wooden signs reading "RAIL ROAD CROSSING" and "LOOK OUT FOR THE CARS." The area is ...

Date: October 1908

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

GUSN: 384061

Ref. Code: PC015.002.340.8327-B

Unidentified grade crossing, Hinsdale, Massachusetts, 8328-B

The image depicts a grade crossing in Hinsdale, Massachusetts. Railroad tracks run across a dirt road lined with utility poles. In the background, there are a few houses and a building visible, along with some bare trees. Two figures are standing near the road, with one using a tool.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384062

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.8328-B

Van Hoesen crossing, north of tracks, Schodack, New York, 8329-B

The image shows Van Hoesen crossing in Schodack, New York. It features a landscape with a railroad track in the foreground and fenced fields extending into the background. A sign in the distance reads "SOZODONT, 40 YEARS FAMILY DENTIFRICE."

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384063

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.8329-B

Smith's crossing, north of tracks, Schodack, New York, 8330-B

The image shows Smith's crossing, located north of the tracks in Schodack, New York. A dirt road leads up to a railroad crossing marked by a sign reading "RAIL ROAD CROSSING" and "LOOK OUT FOR THE ENGINE." Surrounding the crossing are open fields, utility poles, and several buildings in the backgrou...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384064

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.8330-B

Raillroad looking south toward junction of Main and Russel Streets, Huntington, Massachusetts, 8331-B

The image features a railroad track in the foreground, running south toward the junction of Main and Russel Streets in Huntington, Massachusetts. In the background, there are several buildings, including a prominent structure with a gabled roof. The area is surrounded by trees and vegetation.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384065

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.8331-B

Near Lake Crossing, between Natick and Wellesey, Massachusetts, 8332-B

The image shows a rural landscape near Lake Crossing, located between Natick and Wellesley, Massachusetts. There are several buildings and houses scattered across a grassy area with sparse trees. A fenced road runs through the foreground, and utility poles are visible alongside it. Snow patches are ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384066

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.8332-B

House and Church by railroad, 8333-B

The image depicts a church situated near railroad tracks. The church features a pointed tower with a cross on top and arched windows. In the foreground, multiple parallel railroad tracks are visible. To the right of the church, there is a large building with several windows and shutters. Trees and v...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384067

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.8333-B

Cady's Crossing, 3rd west of East Chatham, New York, looking south, 8334-B

The image depicts a view looking south at Cady's Crossing, located third west of East Chatham, New York. The scene includes a snow-dusted road extending into the distance, leafless trees, with railroad tracks in the foreground. A "LOOK OUT" sign is partially visible on the left side.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384068

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.8334-B

Railroad, locomotive, and workers, West Newton, Massachusetts, 8335-B

The image depicts a railroad scene in West Newton, Massachusetts, featuring a steam locomotive and several workers.There is a sloped terrain with rocks and vegetation, and utility poles are seen in the background.

Date: 1895

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

GUSN: 384069

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.8335-B

Grade Corssing Elimination porject, Newton, Massachusetts, 8336-B

The image shows a construction project for grade crossing elimination. A railroad track is visible, running underneath a bridge. Adjacent to the tracks, there are wood beams placed against an earthen wall.

Date: 1906

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

GUSN: 384070

Ref. Code: PC015.002.400.8336-B

Worker at Grade Corssing Elimination porject, Newton, Massachusetts, 8337-B

The image depicts a worker at the site of a Grade Crossing Elimination project in Newton, Massachusetts. The scene shows railroad tracks being worked on, with the worker standing next to a pile of wooden planks. There are houses and a fence along the right side, and more structures in the distant ba...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384071

Ref. Code: PC015.002.400.8337-B

Boston Worcester Trolly line on temporary trestle, Elimination grade crossing, Newton, Massachusetts, 8338-B

The image shows a trolley line in Newton, Massachusetts, with a temporary trestle, as part of the elimination grade crossing project. The landscape features the tracks and a locomotive is visible beneath a bridge. The scene includes utility poles, trees, and a wooden fence along the trestle.

Date: 1906

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

GUSN: 384072

Ref. Code: PC015.002.400.8338-B

Greenwood Avenue, Newtonville, Massachusetts, Railroad, 8339-B

The image depicts a section of Greenwood Avenue in Newtonville, Massachusetts. There is a set of railroad tracks running along the left side, bordered by utility poles. On the right side, a hillside features several houses with surrounding trees and a pathway leading down to the tracks.

Date: 1898-01-17

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

GUSN: 384073

Ref. Code: PC015.002.420.8339-B

Bridge #195, looking wet, East Chatham, New York, 8340-B

The image shows a set of railway tracks extending into the distance, in East Chatham, New York. A small wooden structure is visible on the left, surrounded by piles of gravel. The area around the tracks is rural, with trees and hills in the background. Utility poles line the tracks on the right.

Date: June 1903

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

GUSN: 384074

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.8340-B

Austerlitz Street, looking south, Chatham, New York, 8341-B

The image shows Austerlitz Street in Chatham, New York, looking south. The street is covered with snow and features railway tracks crossing it in the foreground. On both sides of the street, there are houses and trees with bare branches. A sign near the tracks reads "RAIL ROAD CROSSING," and other t...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384075

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.8341-B

Austerlitz Street, looking south, Chatham, New York, 8342-B

The image depicts Austerlitz Street in Chatham, New York, looking south. Visible is a railroad crossing with wooden tracks in the foreground. Several residential buildings line the street, and leafless trees are scattered throughout the scene. There is a sign reading âRAILROAD CROSSINGâ and anot...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384076

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.8342-B

Valves of the metropolitan water pipes, near Cottage Farms bridge, Boston, Massachusetts, 8343-B

The image shows valves of the metropolitan water pipes near Cottage Farms Bridge in Boston, Massachusetts. Large pipes with valve mechanisms are partially buried in sand and surrounded by wooden planks. A train with a boxcar is visible on the tracks above the pipes.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384077

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.8343-B

Shaumut Avenue, Boston, Massachusetts, 8344-B

The image shows a snowy scene along Shaumut Avenue in Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are train tracks running parallel to a stone wall on the left side. A wooden post stands near the tracks, and several overpasses and buildings can be seen in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384078

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.8344-B

Unidentified bridge, Chester, Massachusetts, 8345-B

The image shows a truss bridge with metal framework set over a small waterway, located in Chester, Massachusetts. The bridge is surrounded by a rural landscape with bare trees. Large rocks and a dirt path are visible in the foreground, with hills in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384079

Ref. Code: PC015.002.190.8345-B

Terminal point of railroad, looking to 3rd avenue, North Greenbush, New York, 8346-B

The image shows a snowy landscape with wooden buildings and fences in the foreground, leading towards an elevated railway structure in the midground. Several utility poles are visible throughout the area. In the background, smoke can be seen indicating industrial activity near North Greenbush, New Y...

Date: 1903

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

GUSN: 384080

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.8346-B

Grade crossing, looking south, station on the right, Southborough, Massachusetts, 8347-B

The image depicts a grade crossing in Southborough, Massachusetts, viewed from the north. Visible are train tracks crossing the road, with a railway station positioned on the right side. There are signs reading "LOOK OUT for the ENGINE" and "RAILROAD CROSSING." In the background, there are trees and...

Date: 1898-03-04

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

GUSN: 384081

Ref. Code: PC015.002.520.8347-B

Near dam on Westfield River, Russell, Massachusetts, 8348-B

The image shows a snowy landscape near a dam on the Westfield River in Russell, Massachusetts. On the left, there are multiple railroad tracks running parallel to a series of utility poles. The river on the right appears to be frozen, with snow and rocks lining the riverbank and forested hills in th...

Date: 1907-12-06

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

GUSN: 384082

Ref. Code: PC015.002.510.8348-B

Near dam on Westfield River, Russell, Massachusetts, 8349-B

The image shows a snow-covered landscape near a dam on the Westfield River in Russell, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there is a rocky riverbank, and a bridge spans the partially frozen river. A small building and utility poles are visible on the right side of the image. In the background, a hill...

Date: 1907-12-06

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

GUSN: 384083

Ref. Code: PC015.002.510.8349-B

Near dam on Westfield River, Russell, Massachusetts, 8350-B

The image depicts a snowy landscape near a dam on the Westfield River in Russell, Massachusetts. Snow covers the ground and surrounding trees, and the river appears to be frozen. In the background, there are hills densely populated with trees, and a few buildings are visible among the trees.

Date: 1907-12-06

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

GUSN: 384084

Ref. Code: PC015.002.510.8350-B

General view, Westfield River through center, Russell, Massachusetts, 8351-B

The image depicts a general view of the Westfield River running through the center of Russell, Massachusetts. The scene includes a snow-covered landscape with several scattered buildings, surrounded by wooded hills in the background.

Date: 1909-01-18

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

GUSN: 384085

Ref. Code: PC015.002.510.8351-B

Berkshire Park, looking west, on the Pittsfield & North Adams branch, Lanesborough, Massachusetts, 8352-B

The image shows a dirt path leading through a landscape of trees and shrubs in Berkshire Park, viewed from the west on the Pittsfield & North Adams branch in Lanesborough, Massachusetts. There are wooden posts with signs visible among the trees, and utility poles line the side of the road in the bac...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384086

Ref. Code: PC015.002.340.8352-B

Coal trestle at Cottage Farm, Beacon Park Yards, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 8353-B

The image shows a coal trestle located at Cottage Farm, Beacon Park Yards in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. The structure is made of wood, elevated above a series of train tracks, and is filled with a large pile of coal. A brick building is visible on the right side of the image.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384087

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.8353-B

State Road Wall, Hinsdale, Massachusetts, 8354-B

The image shows a curving road lined with a sturdy wooden railing on one side and a concrete wall on the other in Hinsdale, Massachusetts. The roadside wall is adjacent to a rocky embankment and several utility poles with wires run alongside the road. Snow covers parts of the ground and leafless tre...

Date: March 1909

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

GUSN: 384088

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.8354-B

Private crossing, looking north, Natick, Massachusetts, 8355-B

The image depicts a railway crossing in Natick, Massachusetts, looking north. Visible are multiple train tracks with a person walking across them. Boxcars are positioned on the tracks, and a large brick building with a chimney and a distinctive tower-like structure is in the background. Stacks of lu...

Date: 1911-02-01

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

GUSN: 384089

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.8355-B

Unidentified railroad yard, looking south, Natick, Massachusetts, 8356-B

The image depicts a railroad yard looking south in Natick, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple sets of train tracks with railcars labeled "N.Y.C. & H.R." on both the left and right. In the distance, several people can be seen walking near the tracks, and utility poles with electrical lines run paral...

Date: February 1911

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

GUSN: 384090

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.8356-B

Looking west to Speen Street, Natick, Massachusetts, 8357-B

The image shows a group of workers on railroad tracks looking west towards Speen Street in Natick, Massachusetts. Several men are standing and working on the tracks, with telegraph poles lining both sides of the railway. A signal or lamp is visible in the center, and there are buildings and trees in...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384091

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.8357-B

Private crossing, looking east, Natick, Massachusetts, 8358-B

The image depicts a private railroad crossing in Natick, Massachusetts, looking east. A residential area is visible with houses near the crossing, and a freight train car labeled "New York Central Lines" is positioned on the tracks to the right. A group of people is gathered near the tracks, and uti...

Date: February 1911

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

GUSN: 384092

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.8358-B

Between Natick and Framingham, west of station, on long curve looking west, Natick, Massachusetts, 8359-B

The image depicts a group of workers engaged in track maintenance on a railroad line in Natick, Massachusetts, between Natick and Framingham. The scene is set on a long curve looking west, with workers actively using tools along the tracks. Several telephone poles run parallel to the tracks, and the...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384093

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.8359-B

Between Natick and Framingham, west of station, on long curve looking west, Natick, Massachusetts, 8360-B

The image shows a group of workers engaged in maintaining railroad tracks on a long curve. Several telegraph poles line both sides of the tracks, and the scene includes a landscape with trees and open fields in the background. The location is specified as between Natick and Framingham, Massachusetts...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384094

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.8360-B

West end of St. James St. ledge showing Dwight and Daly's work, Newton, Massachusetts, 8541-B

The image shows a railway construction site at the west end of St. James Street in Newton, Massachusetts. Visible are railroad tracks with workers engaged in excavation or groundwork along a ledge. A train with flatbed cars is seen alongside the work area, and several houses and utility poles are in...

Date: 1897-08-09

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

GUSN: 384095

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.8541-B

Mt. Vernon St., Bracing north abutment, Newton, Massachusetts, 8532-B

The image shows construction work at the north abutment on Mt. Vernon Street in Newton, Massachusetts. Several men are on the site near wooden bracing structures supporting a vertical wall of planks. A crane is lifting materials on the site of excavation. In the background, there is a large, multi-s...

Date: February 1897

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

GUSN: 384096

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.8532-B

Exeter Street passenger coach yard, Boston, Massachusetts, 8391-B

The image depicts the Exeter Street passenger coach yard in Boston, Massachusetts. Several train cars are lined up on the tracks and there are buildings visible in the background. The visible area includes overgrown vegetation and scattered debris on the ground near the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384147

Ref. Code: PC015.002.070.8391-B

Bridge #420A, looking south, in the Berkshires, Massachusetts, 8392-B

The image shows Bridge #420A located in the Berkshires in Massachusetts, viewed from the south. The bridge is a simple structure with railings on top, spanning over a set of railroad tracks below. Vegetation and trees are visible on either side of the bridge, with utility poles running parallel to t...

Date: 1910-06-23

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

GUSN: 384148

Ref. Code: PC015.002.710.8392-B

View of unidentified railroad, 8393-B

The image shows a scene featuring a railroad with tracks running through a developed area. Several buildings with chimneys and various structures are visible, alongside telephone poles with wires. Leafless trees and overgrown grass occupy the foreground. Two railroad signals stand beside the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384149

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.8393-B

View of platform by railroad, 8394-B

The image shows a view of a wooden platform positioned alongside a set of railroad tracks. The tracks run parallel to the platform, extending into the distance. There are utility poles alongside the tracks, and vegetation is visible in the background, alongside an embankment.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384150

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.8394-B

Men working on unidentified railroad junction, 8395-B

The image shows several men working on railroad tracks at an unidentified junction. The scene includes a wooden building to the left and multiple sets of railway tracks extending into the distance. A train is visible on the right side of the image, partially blurred in motion. There are telegraph po...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384151

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.8395-B

View of unidentified grade crossing, 8396-B

The image shows a snow-covered railway track extending into the distance, flanked by utility poles on either side. Trees and a fence line the tracks, and there is a small building visible on the right. The landscape beyond includes hills and additional trees.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384152

Ref. Code: PC015.002.740.8396-B

1st crossing west, East Chatham, Chatham, New York, 8397-B

The image depicts a railroad crossing in East Chatham, Chatham, New York. Two sets of railroad tracks intersect a dirt road. A signpost with a "Railroad Crossing" sign is on the left side of the image. In the background, trees and a few small buildings are visible along a hilly landscape.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384153

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.8397-B

1st crossing west, East Chatham, Chatham, New York, 8398-B

The image depicts a railroad track crossing in East Chatham, Chatham, New York, labeled as "1st crossing west." The scene shows two sets of railroad tracks curving through a rural landscape with utility poles running alongside. There are trees and a slight elevation change on either side, and a fenc...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384154

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.8398-B

1st crossing west, East Chatham, Chatham, New York, 8399-B

The image depicts a railroad crossing in East Chatham, Chatham, New York, titled "1st crossing west." Railroad tracks run diagonally from the bottom left to the center, with a dirt road crossing them. A railroad crossing sign is visible on the left and telephone poles line the right side of the trac...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384155

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.8399-B

1st crossing west, East Chatham, Chatham, New York, 8400-B

The image depicts a railroad crossing in East Chatham, New York. There are two railway tracks intersecting with a dirt road. A large sign reading "Railroad Crossing Look Out for the Engine" is mounted on a pole alongside another crossbuck sign. The landscape includes trees and rolling hills in the b...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384156

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.8400-B

Locomotive #1252, left side, taken at Riverside, Newton, Massachusetts, 8551-B

The image shows Locomotive #1252 from the left side, located at Riverside. On its side markings for the "New York Central Lines" are also visible. The locomotive has a distinctive steam engine design typical of early 20th-century trains.

Date: 1910-06-22

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

GUSN: 384157

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8551-B

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