Historic New England

Switch Tower at Webster Junction, junction of the Webster Branch, Auburn, Massachusetts, 5393-B

The image shows a switch tower at Webster Junction, located at the junction of the Webster Branch in Auburn, Massachusetts. In the foreground, multiple railroad tracks are visible, with the switch tower situated to the left. The structure has two stories, with a staircase leading to the upper level....

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382677

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.5393-B

Switch Tower at Webster Junction, junction of the Webster Branch, Auburn, Massachusetts, 5393.5-B

The image shows a switch tower at Webster Junction, located at the junction of the Webster Branch in Auburn, Massachusetts. The structure is a two-story building with horizontal siding and several windows. There are barrels positioned near the side of the building. A leafless tree and utility poles ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382678

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.5393.5-B

Switch Tower at Webster Junction, junction of the Webster Branch, Auburn, Massachusetts, 5394-B

The image shows a switch tower at Webster Junction, located at the junction of the Webster Branch in Auburn, Massachusetts. The structure features a two-story building with a sloped roof and a stairway leading to the upper level. Several railroad tracks are visible in the foreground, with two indivi...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382679

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.5394-B

Switch Tower #55 at North Adams Junction, junction of the North Adams Branch, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5395-B

The image depicts Switch Tower #55 at North Adams Junction in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The scene includes two buildings near a set of railroad tracks, with the tower on the right and another structure on the left connected by stairs. Snow covers the ground and there are bare trees in the backgroun...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382680

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5395-B

Entrance to Boston Yard, looking east from under bridge #7, Boston, Massachusetts, 5396-B

The image shows the entrance to Boston Yard, looking east from beneath bridge #7 in Boston, Massachusetts. Multiple railway tracks converge and extend into the distance, disappearing under the bridge. Surrounding the tracks are stone retaining walls and some industrial buildings. A few rail signals ...

Date: 1898-06-10

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

GUSN: 382681

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5396-B

South wall near bridge #3 at the Boston Yard, Boston, Massachusetts, 5397-B

The image shows the south wall near bridge #3 at the Boston Yard in Boston, Massachusetts. The scene includes two large stone walls, partially filled with piles of stones and rubble on the ground. Above one wall, a building with multiple windows is visible in the background.

Date: 1898-06-10

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

GUSN: 382682

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5397-B

The draughting room in the old Kneeland Street Station of the Boston and Albany Railroad, Boston, Massachusetts, 5398-B

The image shows a draughting room in the old Kneeland Street Station of the Boston and Albany Railroad, located in Boston, Massachusetts. The room features a centrally placed wooden roll-top desk with various office items, including papers and photographs. Surrounding the desk are several cushioned ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382683

Ref. Code: PC015.002.080.5398-B

Switch Tower #1 at the entrance to the old Boston Yard, presently the site of the Massachusetts Turnpike interchange with Central Artery and Southeast Expressway, Boston, Massachusetts, 5399-B

The image shows Switch Tower #1 at the entrance to the old Boston Yard in Boston, Massachusetts. The tower is situated alongside multiple railroad tracks, with a wooden platform extending beside it. In the background, there are several rail cars. The area depicted is now the site of the Massachusett...

Date: 1898

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

GUSN: 382684

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5399-B

Door #17 in Freight House #1 on Albany Street, old freight yards in vicinity of South Station, Boston, Massachusetts, 5400-B

The image shows Door #17 of Freight House #1 located on Albany Street in the old freight yards near South Station, Boston, Massachusetts. The door is made of wood and opens into an interior where several barrels are stacked. The exterior is a brick wall with wooden beams near the door.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382685

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.5400-B

Boston freight yard (vicinity of South Station), Old Poultry Platform (large shipments of poultry at turn of the century), Boston, Massachusetts, 5401-B

The image shows the Old Poultry Platform at the Boston freight yard near South Station, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are rail tracks with several freight cars and an elevated platform structure. This area was used for large shipments of poultry at the turn of the century. There is overpass infrast...

Date: 1898

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

GUSN: 382686

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5401-B

Boston freight yard (vicinity of South Station), Old Poultry Platform (large shipments of poultry at turn of the century), Boston, Massachusetts, 5402-B

The image depicts the Old Poultry Platform near South Station in Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are a covered platform with several crates stacked on it, likely used for poultry shipments. Railcars are on either side and a horse-drawn cart is positioned nearby. A few individuals are seen on the plat...

Date: 1898

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

GUSN: 382687

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5402-B

Old coal shed looking north, Boston Yard, Boston, Massachusetts, 5403-B

The image shows an old coal shed located in Boston Yard, Boston, Massachusetts. The perspective is looking north along a set of railroad tracks that run parallel to the wooden structure of the shed. To the left, part of a brick building is visible. The tracks lead towards an open area framed by stru...

Date: 1898-06-09

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

GUSN: 382688

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5403-B

Old coal shed at Lehigh Street looking north, Boston Freight Yard, Boston, Massachusetts, 5404-B

The image shows an old coal shed located at Lehigh Street, facing north, within the Boston Freight Yard in Boston, Massachusetts. The structure is made of wood with visible support beams and there is a set of railroad tracks running alongside it. A brick building can be seen on the left side of the ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382689

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5404-B

Setting of the Franklin Street girders during grade crossing elimination project, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5405-B

The image shows girders being set on Franklin Street as part of the grade crossing elimination project in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are large industrial girders being positioned with the help of cranes. A man is standing on the structure and another person is operating surveying equipment in...

Date: 1911-10-13

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

GUSN: 382690

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.5405-B

Allston Car Repair Shops (Paint Shops), demolished to make way for Massachusetts Turnpike, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5406-B

The image depicts the Allston Car Repair Shops, specifically paint shops, located in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. The structure is a large brick building with multiple arched windows and doors, situated alongside several railroad tracks. A few utility poles with electrical wiring are visible in ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382691

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5406-B

Interior view of Allston Car Repair Shops (Paint Shops), demolished to make way for Massachusetts Turnpike, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5407-B

The image shows the interior of the Allston Car Repair Shops (Paint Shops) in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. The large space features multiple rows of windows along the walls and an open truss ceiling. Several train cars are positioned on tracks inside the shop, surrounded by numerous wooden ladde...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382692

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5407-B

Interior view of Allston Car Repair Shops (Paint Shops), demolished to make way for Massachusetts Turnpike, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5408-B

The image shows the interior of the Allston Car Repair Shops (Paint Shops) in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. The space is large and open with a high ceiling supported by a network of steel beams. Ladders and various wooden structures are distributed throughout the space. Large windows line one sid...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382693

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5408-B

Pumps in heating plant, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5409-B

The image shows pumps and associated piping in a heating plant located in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. Several large pipes and valves are visible, connected to machinery. A ladder leans against the wall and multiple metallic containers sit on the ground to the right of the image.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382694

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5409-B

Right-of-way at Brookline Junction on the Highland Branch, Brookline, Massachusetts, 5410-B

The image depicts the right-of-way at Brookline Junction on the Highland Branch in Brookline, Massachusetts. It features a set of railroad tracks running alongside a large brick building. There is a tree and some utility poles near the building, and a wooden fence lines the area adjacent to the trac...

Date: 1898-05-20

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

GUSN: 382695

Ref. Code: PC015.002.160.5410-B

Broken wagons hit by train at railroad crossing, Framingham, Massachusetts, 5411-B

The image shows broken wagons at a railroad crossing in Framingham, Massachusetts. The wagons appear to have been hit by a train. A dirt path crosses the tracks and wooden fencing runs alongside. A house is visible in the background on the right.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382696

Ref. Code: PC015.002.310.5411-B

Broken wagons hit by train at railroad crossing, Framingham, Massachusetts, 5412-B

The image depicts a railroad crossing in Framingham, Massachusetts, with broken wagons visible beside the tracks. The location is surrounded by telegraph poles and several buildings can be seen in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382697

Ref. Code: PC015.002.310.5412-B

Railroad crossing, Framingham, Massachusetts, 5413-B

The image shows a railroad crossing in Framingham, Massachusetts. In the foreground, a sign reads "PRIVATE CROSSING. DANGEROUS." The crossing leads to two buildings visible in the background, aligned parallel to each other. The area around the crossing features wooden fences and some strewn boards o...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382698

Ref. Code: PC015.002.310.5413-B

Grand Junction Branch, East Cambridge, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 5414-B

The image depicts a railway area at the Grand Junction Branch in East Cambridge, Cambridge, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple sets of train tracks running parallel, with a freight car labeled "N.Y.C. & H.R.R." The background includes industrial buildings and a few smokestacks, while a wooden scaff...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382699

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.5414-B

Freight cars in old Boston Yard (near Kneeland Street), Fort Point Channel in background, Boston, Massachusetts, 5415-B

The image shows several freight cars positioned on a railway track within an old Boston Yard near Kneeland Street. In the background, there is a bridge over the Fort Point Channel.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382700

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5415-B

View of old Boston Yard (near Kneeland Street), Fort Point Channel and schooner in background, Boston, Massachusetts, 5416-B

The image depicts the Boston Yard near Kneeland Street, with visible railway tracks in the foreground. A group of workers is gathered near a lamp post, with industrial buildings and a tall smokestack in the background. In the distance, the masts of a schooner are visible near Fort Point Channel. A c...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382701

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5416-B

Interior view of locomotive repair shop, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 5417-B

The image shows the interior of a locomotive repair shop in West Springfield, Massachusetts. Multiple locomotives and their components are visible inside the large industrial building. A crane is positioned above, lifting a locomotive labeled "1911" over another one labeled "2384." Various wheels an...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382702

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.5417-B

Construction related to the New Union Station and grade crossing elimination project, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5418-B

The image shows a construction site related to the New Union Station and grade crossing elimination project in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are wooden supports and piles of construction materials alongside partially built or demolished structures. An industrial building with a tall chimney is i...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382703

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.5418-B

Extension of Boston and Albany freight house, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5419-B

The image shows the extension of the Boston and Albany freight house in Worcester, Massachusetts. The building is a two-story brick structure with large arched windows and loading bays on the ground floor. The words "Boston & Albany Freight House" are prominently displayed on the upper part of the b...

Date: 1913

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

GUSN: 382704

Ref. Code: PC015.002.640.5419-B

Construction of the Boston and Albany freight house extension, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5420-B

The image shows the construction of an extension to the Boston and Albany freight house in Worcester, Massachusetts. Numerous construction workers are present. The structure features steel beams and an incomplete roof, with various building materials and tools scattered around the site. Snow is visi...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382705

Ref. Code: PC015.002.640.5420-B

Signal Tower #28, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5421-B

The image depicts Signal Tower #28 located in Worcester, Massachusetts. The structure is a two-story building with a gabled roof, positioned adjacent to multiple railroad tracks. In the background, there are several other buildings visible, including one with a dome.

Date: 1913

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

GUSN: 382706

Ref. Code: PC015.002.640.5421-B

Penn. box car #102747 at Kneeland Street yard, Boston, Mass., 10794-B

The image shows a Pennsylvania Railroad boxcar, numbered 102747, located at the Kneeland Street yard in Boston, Massachusetts. The boxcar has wooden sides with visible text indicating "AIR BRAKE" and "K2 TRIPLE VALVE" by Westinghouse. A ladder, handbrake wheel, and coupling mechanisms are also visib...

Date: 1910-12-08

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

GUSN: 382557

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.10794-B

Penn. box car #102747 at Kneeland Street yard, Boston, Mass., 10795-B

The image shows a Pennsylvania Railroad boxcar (#102747) at the Kneeland Street yard in Boston, Massachusetts. The boxcar is positioned on railway tracks, and its side and end are visible. Text on the side of the boxcar reads "PENNSYLVANIA" and "DAIRY PRODUCTS," along with the number "102747." The b...

Date: 1910-12-08

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

GUSN: 382558

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.10795-B

N.Y.C. & H.R. railroad boxcar #96059, north side, east of station, Dalton, Mass., 10796-B

The image shows a New York Central & Hudson River Railroad boxcar #96059 positioned on a track east of a station in Dalton, Massachusetts. The north side of the boxcar is visible, with the station building alongside. The area surrounding the tracks is covered with dirt and foliage.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382559

Ref. Code: PC015.002.200.10796-B

Swift's Livestock Express cattle car #60716, 10797-B

The image shows Swift's Livestock Express cattle car #60716. The cattle car has slatted sides with some hay protruding through the slats, and the identification "S.L.S.E 60716" is visible on the side. It is positioned on railway tracks in an industrial area, with buildings and utility poles in the b...

Date: 1911-02-06

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

GUSN: 382560

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.10797-B

Louisville & Nashville railroad boxcar #94590, Framingham, Mass., 10798-B

The image shows the back of a Louisville & Nashville railroad boxcar numbered 94590, situated in Framingham, Massachusetts. The boxcar displays markings with "L & N" and the number, and it's positioned on railway tracks. Snow is partially covering the ground beside the tracks.

Date: 1910-12-17

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

GUSN: 382561

Ref. Code: PC015.002.320.10798-B

Louisville & Nashville railroad boxcar #94590, Framingham, Mass., 10799-B

The image shows the end of a Louisville & Nashville railroad boxcar numbered 94590, located in Framingham, Massachusetts. The boxcar is on railway tracks, and features such as the brake wheel, coupler, and buffers are visible. Snow is present on the ground around the tracks.

Date: 1910-12-17

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

GUSN: 382562

Ref. Code: PC015.002.320.10799-B

Louisville & Nashville railroad boxcar #94590, Framingham, Mass., 10800-B

The image shows a Louisville & Nashville (L&N) railroad boxcar numbered 94590 in Framingham, Massachusetts. The boxcar is situated on railroad tracks, with visible text on its side that includes the L&N logo and the car number.

Date: 1910-12-17

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

GUSN: 382563

Ref. Code: PC015.002.320.10800-B

Railroad mail car, exterior, detail of end, 10801-B

The image shows the exterior end of a railroad mail car, highlighting its structural details. The end section features a round ventilation grill and an open entry area. The car is situated on railway tracks with additional railcars visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382564

Ref. Code: PC015.002.730.10801-B

Mail car, detail of couples, 10802-B

The image shows a detailed view of the coupling mechanisms at the front of a mail car on a railroad track. Visible elements include various chains, coupling devices, pipes, and a part of the car's structure. The background shows tracks and part of another rail car.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382565

Ref. Code: PC015.002.730.10802-B

Mail car, detail of couples, 10803-B

The image shows a detailed view of the coupling mechanism on a mail car. There are visible components such as hoses, chains, and metal frameworks, all attached to the end of the railcar. The tracks on which the railcar is situated are also visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382566

Ref. Code: PC015.002.730.10803-B

Railroad passenger car #101, Brunswick and Birmingham, 10804-B

The image depicts railroad passenger car #101 of the Brunswick and Birmingham line. The car is situated on railway tracks, with its name "BRUNSWICK & BIRMINGHAM" visibly marked along the side. The number "101" is prominently visible on both ends of the car.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382567

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.10804-B

Railroad passenger car #101, Brunswick and Birmingham, 10805-B

The image shows a railroad passenger car labeled as #101, belonging to the Brunswick and Birmingham line. The car is situated on railway tracks, and its exterior features windows along the side and text with the company name. The design includes platforms and steps at either end.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382568

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.10805-B

Steps of railroad passenger car #40, 10806-B

The image shows the steps of railroad passenger car #40. The steps lead up to the entrance of the car, which is positioned on a railway track. The lower portion of the car, including the wheels and undercarriage, is visible on the left side of the image.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382569

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.10806-B

Railroad passenger car #40, 10807-B

The image shows a railroad passenger car labeled as #40. The car is positioned on tracks, featuring multiple windows along its side. There is a set of steps leading up to a platform area at one end of the car. A building can be seen in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382570

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.10807-B

New Haven railroad car #379, 10808-B

The image depicts the side view of New Haven and Hartford railroad car #379. The name "HAVEN AND HARTFORD" is partially visible along the side of the passenger car. Several windows line the car, with one window noticeably open. The undercarriage, including some of the mechanical components, is visib...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382571

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.10808-B

New Haven railroad car #379, 10809-B

The image shows a side view of New Haven railroad car #379. The car features multiple windows along its side, with one window visibly open. Above the windows, part of the railroad car's identification is visible. There is a utility pole visible behind the car.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382572

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.10809-B

Steps of railroad passenger car #258, 10810-B

The image shows the steps and rear platform of railroad passenger car #258. The steps lead up to a door, flanked by metal railings for safety. A wheel brake is visible on the platform, and chains are attached to the undercarriage. Another train car is partially visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382573

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.10810-B

Steps of railroad passenger car #258, 10811-B

The image shows the steps of railroad passenger car #258. The steps are metal and lead up to a platform with railings and a door. The car's exterior features multiple windows, and it is positioned on tracks. Another railroad car is visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382574

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.10811-B

Steps of railroad passenger car #258, 10812-B

The image shows the steps of railroad passenger car #258. The steps are connected to the lower platform of the car, which has guardrails on each side. Chains and other equipment are visible on the platform, with another passenger car visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382575

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.10812-B

Steps of railroad passenger car #258, 10813-B

The image shows the steps leading up to the entrance of railroad passenger car #258. The steps are positioned beside the car and include railings for safety. Visible parts of the train include a wheel and support springs beneath the carâs body, as well as chains hanging near the steps. Another rai...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382576

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.10813-B

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