Historic New England

Construction of the new Leyland pier from outer end, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28361-A

The image shows the construction of the new Leyland pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, viewed from the outer end. Several workers are actively engaged in constructing the wooden framework. In the background, cranes and construction equipment are visible.

Date: 1909-10-01

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

GUSN: 396258

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.28361-A

Cunard Line pier piling, East Boston, Boston, 28362-A

The image shows a series of wooden pilings at the construction site of the Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. These pilings are positioned vertically and support horizontal beams, forming the foundational structure of the pier.

Date: 1909-02-25

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

GUSN: 396259

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28362-A

Leyland pier nearing completion, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28363-A

The image depicts the Leyland Pier nearing completion in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. It shows a large structure built on piers extending over the water, with visible scaffolding and framework. In the foreground, there is a small boat floating on the water.

Date: 1909-12-06

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

GUSN: 396260

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.28363-A

Construction platform at back of dock no. 3, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28364-A

The image shows a construction platform at the back of dock no. 3 in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. It includes a partially constructed building with visible steel framework and several wooden beams and planks. There are workers present around the site.

Date: 1909-04-12

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

GUSN: 396261

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28364-A

Construction of the Leyland pier, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28365-A

The image shows the construction of the Leyland pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The scene includes the partially built pier with wooden pilings extending into the water. In the background, a variety of buildings and structures can be seen across the waterfront. Construction materials and...

Date: 1909-09-14

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

GUSN: 396262

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.28365-A

Construction of the new Leyland pier, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28366-A

The image depicts the construction of the new Leyland pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The scene shows the expansive pier under construction, with visible wooden frameworks and construction materials. In the background, there are several ships on the water.

Date: 1909-09-14

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

GUSN: 396263

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.28366-A

Construction of the new Leyland pier, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28367-A

The image depicts the construction of the new Leyland pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The scene shows a large structure in the process of being built, with visible scaffolding and construction materials. Several cranes and construction equipment are present on the site and ships can be s...

Date: 1909-10-04

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

GUSN: 396264

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.28367-A

Entrance to freight yards at piers, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28386-A

The image depicts the entrance to freight yards at piers in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. It features several railroad tracks running through the area, with a few people walking along and across them. There are multiple small structures, utility poles, and a large warehouse in the background.

Date: 1908-10-15

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

GUSN: 396265

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.28386-A

Showing destruction of piers after the fire, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28387-A

The image depicts the destruction of piers following a fire in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are damaged wooden structures along the waterâs edge, with a small barge positioned nearby.

Date: 1908-09-17

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

GUSN: 396266

Ref. Code: PC015.002.250.28387-A

Start of construction of new Cunard Line pier, warehouse and temporary grain elevator in background, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28388-A

The image shows the early stages of construction for the new Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. In the background, there is a large warehouse and a temporary grain elevator.

Date: 1908-12-28

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

GUSN: 396267

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28388-A

Cunard Line pier and dock no. 3, start of construction after the fire, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28389-A

The image shows the early stages of construction at Cunard Line Pier and dock no. 3 in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, following a fire. Several workers are visible among the construction materials, and cranes and other equipment are situated along the waterfront.

Date: 1908-12-28

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

GUSN: 396268

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28389-A

Start of reconstruction of the new Cunard Line pier after the fire, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28390-A

The image depicts the early stages of reconstruction of the Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, following a fire. Visible are numerous pilings driven into the water, along with several pieces of construction equipment and cranes.

Date: 1908-12-28

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

GUSN: 396269

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28390-A

Reconstruction of the new Cunard Line pier after the fire, Clyde Street grain galleries in the background, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28391-A

The image depicts the reconstruction of the new Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, following a fire. In the foreground, there are numerous wooden pilings in the water. In the background, the Clyde Street grain galleries are visible.

Date: 1908-12-28

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

GUSN: 396270

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28391-A

Start of new grain elevator, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28392-A

The image shows the early stages of construction for a grain elevator in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, multiple sets of railroad tracks run parallel to the construction site. The site features a structure with exposed framing and construction materials scattered around.

Date: 1908-12 -05

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

GUSN: 396271

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28392-A

Grain conveyor galleries above railroad yard, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28393-A

The image depicts grain conveyor galleries positioned above a railroad yard in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Several railway tracks are visible, surrounded by boxcars, with conveyor structures elevated above the yard. Industrial buildings and cranes can be seen in the background.

Date: 1910-01-08

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

GUSN: 396272

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.28393-A

Building of the Clyde Street grain conveyor galleries, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28394-A

The image shows the construction of the Clyde Street grain conveyor galleries in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. A ship named "Devonian" is docked in the foreground, with its masts and rigging visible against the framework of the conveyor structure.

Date: 1908-10-12

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

GUSN: 396273

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.28394-A

Leyland Line pier reconstruction, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28368-A

The image shows the reconstruction of the Leyland Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The pier is partially built, with visible steel framework and materials scattered around the area.

Date: 1909-11-06

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

GUSN: 396274

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.28368-A

Railroad yards and cars between Ferdinand (Arlington) and Berkeley streets, Boston, Massachusetts, 28395-A

The image shows a series of railroad tracks and train cars situated between Ferdinand (now Arlington) and Berkeley Streets in Boston, Massachusetts. Several tracks run parallel, each supporting a passenger train car. The surrounding area includes multi-story apartment buildings.

Date: ca. 1896

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

GUSN: 396275

Ref. Code: PC015.002.130.28395-A

Cunard Line pier, completion of the grain elevator, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28369-A

The image depicts the completed grain elevator at the Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The structure features a series of large doors lined up along the building and an upper section with visible metal framework.

Date: 1909-11-05

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

GUSN: 396276

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28369-A

Columbus Avenue Station, Boston, Massachusetts, 28396-A

The image depicts Columbus Avenue Station in Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple railroad tracks running through the area with train cars parked on one side. The station stands to the side of the tracks, accompanied by street lamps and a wooden fence. An overhead pedestrian bridge spans abov...

Date: ca. 1896

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

GUSN: 396277

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.28396-A

Start of construction of grain elevator, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28370-A

The image depicts the start of construction of a grain elevator in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are several construction sites with foundations and poles, surrounded by numerous buildings of varying heights and styles. In the foreground, train tracks are lined with multiple boxcars.

Date: 1909-11-04

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

GUSN: 396278

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28370-A

Building of the Clyde Street grain conveyor galleries, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28397-A

The image shows the construction of the Clyde Street grain conveyor galleries in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there are weathered piers and wooden structures partially submerged in water. In the background, a large ship is docked near the construction site, and the skeletal...

Date: 1908-10-12

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

GUSN: 396279

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28397-A

Construction of pier facilities, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28371-A

The image depicts a construction site for pier facilities in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible is a large steel framework of the pier in progress along the waterfront. The background includes additional buildings and construction equipment.

Date: 1902-01-25

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

GUSN: 396280

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.28371-A

Rebuilding the Leyland pier, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28372-A

The image shows the reconstruction of the Leyland pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Wooden beams and structural frameworks are visible. In the background, several industrial buildings and rooftops are present, alongside construction equipment.

Date: 1909-12-11

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

GUSN: 396281

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.28372-A

Pier construction, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28373-A

The image depicts a pier under construction in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple wooden beams and frameworks being assembled, with workers present. In the background, several ships and a large industrial building are visible on the water.

Date: 1902-01-25

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

GUSN: 396282

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.28373-A

Reconstruction after fire of 1908, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28374-A

The image depicts the reconstruction efforts following the fire of 1908 in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. It shows partially destroyed brick structures with visible damage. Debris is scattered around the site and machinery or construction equipment is visible. The scene includes railroad tracks...

Date: 1908

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

GUSN: 396283

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28374-A

Platform, head of dock no. 3, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28375-A

The image shows a platform at the head of dock no. 3 in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Several workers are actively engaged on the dock, handling materials and equipment. In the background, cranes and industrial structures are visible.

Date: 1908-11-20

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

GUSN: 396284

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28375-A

View in the Berkshire Mountains, Russell, Massachusetts, 28249-A

The image shows a view in the Berkshire Mountains in Russell, Massachusetts. A set of railway tracks runs parallel to a rocky and forested hillside on the right. There are utility poles along the tracks and the area is surrounded by dense trees.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 396285

Ref. Code: PC015.002.510.28249-A

Rear view of train car in yard, 28276-A

The image shows the rear view of a train car situated in a yard. The car is on a track surrounded by piles of debris, including bricks and wooden planks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 396286

Ref. Code: PC015.002.730.28276-A

Leyland Line pier under reconstruction, dry dock in background, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28376-A

The image depicts the Leyland Line pier under reconstruction in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, with a dry dock visible in the background. There are numerous pilings in the water and construction materials are visible along the shoreline. Several ships and cranes are present at the pier, and rai...

Date: 1909-01-26

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

GUSN: 396287

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.28376-A

Foundation for the new grain elevator, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28377-A

The image depicts the construction site for the foundation of a new grain elevator in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The scene includes workers on the site amidst wooden beams and construction equipment. A series of railroad tracks and surrounding buildings are visible in the background.

Date: 1909-09-11

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

GUSN: 396288

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28377-A

Westfield River in the Berkshire Mountains, Fairfield, Massachusetts, 28314-A

The image depicts the Westfield River flowing through a wooded landscape in the Berkshire Mountains in Fairfield, Massachusetts. The river is calm, reflecting the surrounding trees and rocks along its banks. Dense forest covers the hills in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 396289

Ref. Code: PC015.002.300.28314-A

Frame of warehouse on pier no. 1, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28378-A

The image shows the construction site of a warehouse frame on Pier No. 1 in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The framework consists of vertical poles and beams with various construction materials scattered around the site. Several workers can be seen amid the structural beams and equipment.

Date: 1902-01-25

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

GUSN: 396290

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.28378-A

Construction of new grain elevator, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28379-A

The image shows the construction of a new grain elevator in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. The lower section is a large brick structure with several small rectangular windows. Above it is a steel framework. A conveyor with visible windows is in the foreground.

Date: 1910-07-07

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

GUSN: 396291

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28379-A

North end of new Cunard Line pier, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28380-A

The image shows the north end of the new Cunard Line pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. There is a large industrial building with multiple stories and windows. In the foreground, several sets of railroad tracks are visible. A conveyor extends over the tracks.

Date: 1910-05-18

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

GUSN: 396292

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.28380-A

Construction of new grain elevator, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28381-A

The image shows the construction of a new grain elevator in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. A large steel framework is being erected on top of a substantial base structure. Several workers are visible on the lower section, which appears to be partially clad with panels.

Date: 1910-05-16

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

GUSN: 396293

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28381-A

Location of power and transformer house, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 28382-A

The image depicts an area in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, showing the construction of a power and transformer house. Visible are multiple railroad tracks in the foreground extending into the distance. Construction materials and equipment are present. Large buildings and smokestacks are visibl...

Date: 1910-07-07

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

GUSN: 396294

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.28382-A

Philips Manor Hall, 2886-A

The image depicts Philips Manor Hall, a large, symmetrical building with multiple windows and a sloped roof. The front of the building is partially obscured by a leafless tree. In front of the building, there are several horse-drawn carriages parked along the cobblestone street, and a person is seen...

Date: ca. 1914

Collection: Henry Charles Dean photographic collection, 1914-1917, undated

GUSN: 397658

Ref. Code: PC101.01.007.03.2886-A

John Buttolph Headstone, Charter Street Cemetery, 2887-A

The image depicts the headstone of John Buttolph located in Charter Street Cemetery. The headstone features engravings of a skull and ornate designs along its sides, with visible text indicating the dates associated with John Buttolph. Other headstones and a tree can be seen in the background.

Collection: Henry Charles Dean photographic collection, 1914-1917, undated

GUSN: 397659

Ref. Code: PC101.01.001.27.2887-A

Elizabeth Hand Headstone, Charter Street Cemetery, 2888-A

The image shows a headstone in Charter Street Cemetery for Miss Elizabeth Hand. The inscription reads that she died on October 24, 1788, at the age of 19 years and 4 months. The headstone is ornately carved at the top, and a tall chimney is visible in the background. Other headstones are present in ...

Collection: Henry Charles Dean photographic collection, 1914-1917, undated

GUSN: 397660

Ref. Code: PC101.01.001.27.2888-A

Jane More Headstone, Charter Street Cemetery, 2892-A

The image shows a headstone in Charter Street Cemetery. The inscription on the headstone reads, "Jane, second wife to Capt. Richard More, senr. aged 53 years. Departed this life ye 8 of October 1686." The background includes other headstones and a few bare trees. A building is visible to the left of...

Collection: Henry Charles Dean photographic collection, 1914-1917, undated

GUSN: 397661

Ref. Code: PC101.01.001.27.2892-A

Headstone, Charter Street Cemetery, 2893-A

The image shows a headstone at Charter Street Cemetery. The headstone features intricate carvings along its top and sides, with inscriptions that are partially visible but not fully legible. It is set among other headstones in the cemetery with trees visible in the background.

Collection: Henry Charles Dean photographic collection, 1914-1917, undated

GUSN: 397662

Ref. Code: PC101.01.001.27.2893-A

Headstone, Charter Street Cemetery, 2894-A

The image shows a headstone located in Charter Street Cemetery. The headstone is set within a stone structure and has engraved text dedicated to the memory of an individual named Ben Lynde. Grass surrounds the base of the stone structure, and trees and a building are visible in the background.

Collection: Henry Charles Dean photographic collection, 1914-1917, undated

GUSN: 397663

Ref. Code: PC101.01.001.27.2894-A

Headstone, Charter Street Cemetery, 2895-A

The image shows an old headstone in Charter Street Cemetery. The headstone displays engraved text, though it is partially difficult to read in the photo. Behind it, several other headstones are visible, along with a tree and part of a building or structure in the background.

Collection: Henry Charles Dean photographic collection, 1914-1917, undated

GUSN: 397664

Ref. Code: PC101.01.001.27.2895-A

Dean Headstones, Charter Street Cemetery, 2896-A

The image shows several headstones at the Charter Street Cemetery. The inscriptions on the headstones are partially visible, with one prominently reading "Here Lyes ye Body of Martha Dean, Wife of Thomas Dean." The headstones are surrounded by grass, and there is a building with chimneys visible in ...

Collection: Henry Charles Dean photographic collection, 1914-1917, undated

GUSN: 397665

Ref. Code: PC101.01.001.27.2896-A

Trade card, G. W. Karner, practical, plain and decorative house painter, North Egremont, Mass., undated

Trade card advertising the services of G. W. Karner for house painting, kalsomining (calcimine), and paper hanging. Notes that "Estimates Furnished" to potential customers.

Date: undated

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 397667

Ref. Code: EP001.01.085.01.01.029

Trade card, Thos. E. Moseley & Co., dealers in boots and shoes, 469 Washington Street, Boston, Mass., 1878

Thos. E. Moseley & Co. advertising that their shoes are now made by "The Double-Thread Sewing Co.'s patented process" to strenghten seams. The verso of the trade card has an illustration of two women comparing the longevity of old vs. new shoes.

Date: 1878

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 397675

Ref. Code: EP001.01.023.07.02.021

"Queens of Quality", custom grade shoes for fall, Thomas G. Plant Company, Boston, Mass., circa 1900-1910

Product catalogue for the "Queen Quality" brand of shoes from Thomas G. Plant Company. Contains illustrations of shoes alongside profiles of six prominent women of history: Queen Louise of Prussia, Dolly Madison, Madame de Lafayette, Lady Palmerston, Jeanne Mance, and the Countess of Derby. Of note ...

Date: circa 1900-1910

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 397702

Ref. Code: EP001.12.007.004.025

Shoes for men, women, boys, and girls, W. L. Douglas Shoe Company, Brockton, Mass., Fall & Winter 1932-1933

Product catalogue advertising shoes for sale in the fall and winter of 1932-1933 by W. L. Douglas Shoe Company, based in Brockton, Mass.

Date: 1932-1933

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 397710

Ref. Code: EP001.12.007.004.026

Catalogue and price list, leather and shoe findings, John S. Freeman & Company, 36 Cornhill, Boston, Mass., June 1877

Trade catalog and price list of shoes for sale by John S. Freeman & Co. An illustration of the Freeman & Co. store in Boston is on the front cover.

Date: June 1877

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 397714

Ref. Code: EP001.12.007.004.027

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