Historic New England

Reconstruction of Cunard Line pier after fire, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28261-A

The image shows the reconstruction of the Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, following a fire. Visible are several sections of the pier in various stages of rebuilding, with wooden pilings and construction equipment. Steam is seen rising from a small building near the constructi...

Date: 1909-02-25

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

GUSN: 396160

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28261-A

Looking northwest at piling for new Cunard Line pier, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28262-A

The image shows a construction site for the new Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, with numerous wooden pilings emerging from the water. Scaffolding and construction equipment are visible, and several workers can be seen amidst the framework.

Date: 1909-02-25

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

GUSN: 396161

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28262-A

Foundations of brick warehouse, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28263-A

The image depicts the construction site of a brick warehouse in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Workers are visible among wooden structures and scaffolding. In the background, a partially completed brick wall and the frame of the warehouse can be seen.

Date: 1901-03-08

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

GUSN: 396162

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.28263-A

Grain elevator, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28264-A

The image shows a large grain elevator located in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The structure is tall and rectangular, with multiple rows of small rectangular windows. The top section of the elevator has metal frameworks and scaffolding. Additional buildings and rooflines are visible at the ba...

Date: 1910-09-08

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

GUSN: 396163

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.28264-A

Construction of new Cunard Line pier, building grain conveyor galleries, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28265-A

The image shows the construction of a new Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible in the foreground are grain conveyor galleries under construction, with a steel framework extending over the buildings.

Date: 1909-10-04

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

GUSN: 396164

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28265-A

Construction of new Cunard Line pier, building the start of grain conveyor galleries, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28266-A

The image depicts the construction of a new Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Prominently visible is the initial structure of the grain conveyor galleries. The scene includes building rooftops, construction materials, and part of the waterfront with a ship visible in the backgr...

Date: 1909-09-09

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

GUSN: 396165

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28266-A

Inside the new Cunard Line pier, interior construction, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28267-A

The image shows the interior construction of the new Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. The scene features a complex scaffold structure supporting beams, with tools and construction materials visible around the site. Several workers can be seen engaged in various activities amidst the b...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 396166

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28267-A

Inside the new Cunard Line pier, interior construction, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28268-A

The image shows the interior construction of the new Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The unfinished space is characterized by exposed beams and framework, with construction materials scattered on the floor. There are large windows along one wall.

Date: 1909-05-10

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

GUSN: 396167

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28268-A

Grade crossing near piers, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28269-A

The image depicts a grade crossing near the piers in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. There are several industrial buildings lining the cobblestone street. A sign indicates a railroad crossing with the words "RAIL ROAD CROSSING" and "LOOK OUT" visible.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 396168

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.28269-A

Unidentified buildings near piers, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28270-A

The image shows several unidentified multi-story buildings near piers in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The buildings are closely situated along a street with tram tracks. Utility poles line the street and there is a horse-drawn vehicle visible further down the road.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 396169

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.28270-A

New Cunard Line pier construction, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28271-A

The image shows the construction site of the new Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are the framework and scaffolding of the building, with multiple stories in progress. Construction materials and debris are scattered along the waterfront area.

Date: 1909-05-10

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

GUSN: 396170

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28271-A

Reconstruction of Cunard Line pier after fire, Clyde Street grain galleries in background, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28272-A

The image shows the reconstruction of the Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, following a fire. The foreground is filled with pilings protruding from the water. In the background, the Clyde Street grain galleries can be seen. Construction equipment is also visible in the scene.

Date: 1909-01-15

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

GUSN: 396171

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28272-A

Grain conveyor galleries from elevator to piers, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28273-A

The image depicts grain conveyor galleries connecting a grain elevator to piers in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The galleries are elevated structures supported by metal frameworks, and some buildings and ships are visible in the background along the harbor.

Date: 1909-01-26

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

GUSN: 396172

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.28273-A

Reconstruction of Cunard Line pier, detail of relay posts, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28274-A

The image depicts the reconstruction of the Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are structural elements including relay posts and beams, with piles of wooden planks scattered around. A person is seen in the background near the construction materials.

Date: 1909-05-15

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

GUSN: 396173

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28274-A

Platform of dock and grain galleries, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28275-A

The image depicts a platform of a dock and grain galleries in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Several workers are visible on the dock, surrounded by wooden structures and piles.

Date: 1908-12-05

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

GUSN: 396174

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28275-A

Rebuilding of the Leyland Line pier and Dock No. 3, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28277-A

The image depicts the reconstruction of the Leyland Line pier and Dock No. 3 in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible in the foreground are multiple cranes and construction equipment working on the site near the water. A steam-powered dredging vessel is present, emitting smoke as it operates.

Date: 1909

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

GUSN: 396175

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.28277-A

Rebuilding of the Leyland Line pier, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28278-A

The image depicts the rebuilding of the Leyland Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are construction activities on the pier with various wooden structures and framework in progress. Several ships and boats are present in the water surrounding the pier and there is a barge labele...

Date: 1909

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

GUSN: 396176

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.28278-A

Rebuilding of the Leyland Line pier, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28279-A

The image shows the rebuilding of the Leyland Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The construction site features a variety of building materials and structures, including cranes and numerous pilings extending into the water. Several workers can be seen around the site and ships are visi...

Date: 1909

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

GUSN: 396177

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.28279-A

Building of Pier No. 1, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28280-A

The image shows the construction of Pier No. 1 in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Wooden pilings are being erected along the waterfront. A small barge with a pile driver is visible in the water. In the background, there are steam ships docked along another pier.

Date: 1901-08-10

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

GUSN: 396178

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.28280-A

Rebuilding of the Cunard Line pier, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28281-A

The image shows the reconstruction of the Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Several workers are actively engaged in construction tasks on the pier's framework. Heavy machinery and cranes are visible.

Date: 1909-03-12

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

GUSN: 396179

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28281-A

Rebuilding of the Cunard Line pier, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28282-A

The image shows the rebuilding of the Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. The structure is in a skeletal state with visible wooden beams and a partially completed framework. Several workers can be seen on the top and within the pier construction.

Date: 1909-03-12

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

GUSN: 396180

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28282-A

Summer homes and camps; containing suggestions, hints, and practical ideas, sketches, plans, etc., for the building of summer houses, by Frank T. Lent ... with illus. by the author.

97 p. illus. 24 cm.

Date: 1899.

Creators: Lent, Frank T. (Frank Townsend), b. 1855.

GUSN: 147409

Call Number: Stacks NA7561.L6

Wood structural design data.

v. illus. 28 cm.

Date: 1941-

Creators: National Lumber Manufacturers Association.

GUSN: 147410

Call Number: Stacks TA666.N31 v.1

What makes the house beautiful; a collection of building details with measured drawings. Edited by Henrietta C. Peabody.

69, [1] p. illus. (incl. plans) 32 cm.

Date: [c1920]

Creators: Peabody, Henrietta C., comp.

GUSN: 147411

Call Number: 85M Stacks NA7125.P4 1920

Villas & palaces of Andrea Palladio, 1508-1580. English translations from Palladio's "I quattro libri dell'architettura" by la contessa Maria Teresa Ceschi a Santa Croce. Color photographs by Franca Parisi Baslini and Anna Pressi.

lxxxi, 373 p. illus. 31 cm.

Date: 1968.

Creators: Roop, Guy.

GUSN: 147412

Call Number: Stacks NA1123.P2 R63

The rules of work of the Carpenters' Company of the City and County of Philadelphia, 1786, with the original copper plate illustrations. Annotated, with an introd., by Charles E. Peterson.

xxiii, xv, 47 p. 35 plates. 23 cm.

Date: 1971.

Creators: Peterson, Charles E. (Charles Emil), 1906- Carpenters' Company of the City and County of Philadelphia.

GUSN: 147413

Call Number: Stacks TH5608.C25 1971 (and 1 more)

Without benefit of architect, by Frazier Forman Peters.

xv p., l¾., 211 p. incl. front., diagr. 20 cm.

Date: [c1937]

Creators: Peters, Frazier Forman.

GUSN: 147414

Call Number: Stacks TH148.P4

Radford's artistic homes, 250 designs.

261 p. : ill. ; 27 cm.

Date: 1908.

Creators: Radford Architectural Co.

GUSN: 147415

Call Number: 85M Stacks NA7201.R252 1908

Problems in carpentry, a course in practical carpentry for manual training classes, by Louis M. Roehl.

111 p. incl. front. illus., plates. 19 x 22 cm.

Date: 1913.

Creators: Roehl, Louis Michael, 1881-

GUSN: 147416

Call Number: Stacks TH5606.R7

Shaker furniture; the craftsmanship of an American communal sect, by Edward Deming Andrews and Faith Andrews. Photos. by William F. Winter.

xi, 133 p. 48 plates. 28 cm.

Date: 1950 [c1937]

Creators: Andrews, Edward Deming, 1894-1964. Andrews, Faith. joint author.

GUSN: 147417

Call Number: Coll. NK2405.A7 1950

Antique furniture in Suffield, Connecticut, 1670-1835.

ix, 128 p. 61 plates (incl. facsims.) 28 cm.

Date: 1956.

Creators: Bissell, Charles S.

GUSN: 147418

Call Number: Coll. NK2438.S8 B5

Centuries and styles of the American chair, 1640-1970, by Robert Bishop. Foreword by Charles F. Hummel.

516 p. illus. 29 cm.

Date: 1972.

Creators: Bishop, Robert Charles.

GUSN: 147419

Call Number: Coll. NK2715.B55 (and 2 more)

Boston furniture of the eighteenth century : a conference held by the Colonial Society of Massachusetts, 11 and 12 May 1972.

xvi, 316 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.

Date: c1974.

Creators: Colonial Society of Massachusetts.

GUSN: 147420

Call Number: Stacks F61.C71 v.48 c.1 (and 4 more)

The house beautiful : essays on beds and tables, stools and candlesticks / by Clarence Cook.

336 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

Date: 1881, c1877.

Creators: Cook, Clarence, 1828-1900.

GUSN: 147421

Call Number: 85M Stacks NK2115.C8 1881

Sloan's Victorian buildings : illustrations of and floor plans for 56 residences & other structures / Samuel Sloan ; with an introduction by Harold N. Cooledge, Jr.

2 v. in 1 : ill. ; 32 cm.

Date: c1980.

Creators: Sloan, Samuel, 1815-1884. Cooledge, Harold N.

GUSN: 147422

Call Number: 85M Stacks NA7207.S6 1980

Early American furniture, by Charles Over Cornelius ...

xx, 278 p. front., illus., LXIII pl. 22 cm.

Date: [c1926]

Creators: Cornelius, Charles Over, 1890-1937.

GUSN: 147423

Call Number: Coll. NK2406.C6

Southern yellow pine; a manual of standard wood construction.

186, xii p. incl. tables. diagrs. (1 fold.) 18 cm.

Date: 1927.

Creators: Southern Pine Association.

GUSN: 147424

Call Number: Stacks TA419.S7

Shaker furniture, the craftsmanship of an American communal sect, by Edward Deming Andrews and Faith Andrews; photographs by William F. Winter.

2 p. ¾., [vii]-xi, [1], 133, [1] p. 48 pl. (incl. front.) on 25 ¾. 29 cm.

Date: 1937.

Creators: Andrews, Edward Deming, 1894-1964. Andrews, Faith, joint author.

GUSN: 147425

Call Number: Coll. NK2405.A7

The book of furniture and decoration: period and modern.

358 p. illus. 28 cm.

Date: [1941]

Creators: Aronson, Joseph, 1898-

GUSN: 147426

Call Number: Stacks NK2230.A7 1941a

English furniture illustrated / revised and edited by H. Clifford Smith.

404 p. : ill. ; 32 cm.

Date: 1958.

Creators: Brackett, Oliver.

GUSN: 147427

Call Number: Coll. NK2528.B7

In pursuit of beauty : Americans and the Aesthetic movement / Doreen Bolger Burke ... [et al.].

511 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 32 cm.

Date: 1986.

Creators: Bolger, Doreen, 1949- Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York, N.Y.)

GUSN: 147428

Call Number: Ref. N6510.5.E25 I5 1986 (and 1 more)

Portfolio of homes designed by Robert L. Stevenson, architect.

203 p. : ill., plans ; 28 cm.

Date: [1930]

Creators: Stevenson, Robert L. (Robert Louis), b. 1883.

GUSN: 147429

Call Number: 85M Stacks NA7201.S74 1930

American furniture: seventeenth, eighteenth, and nineteenth century styles / by Helen Comstock.

336 p. : ill. ; 29 cm.

Date: 1962.

Creators: Comstock, Helen.

GUSN: 147430

Call Number: Coll. NK2406.C58 c.1 (and 1 more)

The American heritage history of American antiques from the Revolution to the Civil War, by the editors of American heritage. Author and editor in charge, Marshall B. Davidson.

416 p. illus. (part col.), facsims., ports. 29 cm.

Date: [1968]

Creators: Davidson, Marshall B.

GUSN: 147431

Call Number: Ref. NK806.D37 c.1 (and 2 more)

The modern house-carpenter's companion and builders guide : being a hand-book for workmen, and a manual of reference for contractors and builders / by W. A. Sylvester.

210 p. : ill. ; 19 cm.

Date: c1883.

Creators: Sylvester, W. A. (William Allen)

GUSN: 147432

Call Number: Stacks TH5608.S97 1883b

The rocking chair book / Ellen and Bert Denker ; foreword by Kenneth L. Ames.

192 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.

Date: 1979.

Creators: Denker, Ellen. Denker, Bert, 1946- joint author.

GUSN: 147433

Call Number: 85M Stacks TS886.5.C45 D46 1979 c.1 (and 1 more)

American furniture, Queen Anne and Chippendale periods, in the Henry Francis du Pont Winterthur Museum, by Joseph Downs. Foreword by Henry Francis du Pont.

1 v. (various pagings) illus., col. plates. 31 cm.

Date: [1967, c1952]

Creators: Downs, Joseph. Du Pont, Henry Francis, 1880- Henry Francis du Pont Winterthur Museum.

GUSN: 147434

Call Number: Coll. NK2406.D69

The bungalow book, by Charles E. White, jr. Drawings by the author.

7 p. ¾., 221 p. illus., plates, plans. 21 cm.

Date: 1923.

Creators: White, Charles Elmer, 1876-

GUSN: 147435

Call Number: Stacks NA7571.W5

Windsor chairmaking / by Michael Dunbar ; photos. by Eric White.

153 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

Date: c1976.

Creators: Dunbar, Michael.

GUSN: 147436

Call Number: Coll. TS886.5.C45 D86

The practical book of period furniture : treating of furniture of the English, American colonial and post-colonial and principal French periods / by Harold Donaldson Eberlein and Abbot McClure ; With 250 illustrations ; the colour plate and text illustrations from drawings by Abbot McClure.

371 p., [67] pages of plates : col. ill. ; 23 cm.

Date: 1914.

Creators: Eberlein, Harold Donaldson. McClure, Abbot, 1879-

GUSN: 147437

Call Number: Coll. NK2230.E3 1914a

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