Historic New England

Appleton Street bracing, Newton, Mass., 10514-B

The image displays wooden bracing structures along a section of Appleton Street in Newton, Massachusetts. The braces are supporting a vertical wooden wall against an earthen embankment. In the background, residential houses are visible along with utility poles.

Date: 1897-03-02

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

GUSN: 382282

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10514-B

Washington Street bridge, removed for Mass. Turnpike 1963-1964, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10515-B

The image shows a metal truss bridge under structural removal work, located on Washington Street in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. Below the bridge runs a set of railroad tracks with flatbed train cars loaded with large stone blocks. The bridge and surrounding area are set against a stone retai...

Date: 1897-01-01

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

GUSN: 382283

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10515-B

Greenwood Avenue, walls from east, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10516-B

The image shows Greenwood Avenue in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. Visible in the scene are stone walls running parallel to a railway or pathway. On the right side, there is a small wooden structure. The area is lined with utility poles, and in the foreground, there are items such as a containe...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382284

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10516-B

Sheathing for North Greenwood Avenue wall, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10517-B

The image depicts a construction site along a set of railroad tracks in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. Visible are two individuals, one standing on and one near the tracks, amidst construction materials and debris. Several utility poles line the scene, and piles of sheathing or wooden planks ar...

Date: 1897-02-11

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

GUSN: 382285

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10517-B

Greenwood Avenue wall, south side, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10518-B

The image depicts a construction site on the south side of Greenwood Avenue in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. Several workers are present, engaged in building a stone wall. There is a crane-like apparatus being used, as well as various construction materials such as barrels and wooden planks. I...

Date: 1897-01-07

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

GUSN: 382286

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10518-B

Beams for Laundry Brook Bridge, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10519-B

The image shows construction beams for the Laundry Brook Bridge in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. Several workers are visible on the site, involved in the construction process. The area is filled with construction materials and debris, with a building and trees in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382287

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10519-B

Bank on north side of tracks, Newton, Mass., 10520-B

The image shows a railway track supported by concrete beams with posts underneath, situated on an earthen slope. In the background, the upper section of a building with a chimney is visible. Several utility poles can be seen nearby.

Date: 1897-09-18

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

GUSN: 382288

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10520-B

Retaining wall, Orange Line, Newton, Mass., 10521-B

The image depicts a stone retaining wall with multiple horizontal courses, located in Newton, Massachusetts, associated with the Orange Line. Behind the wall, part of a brick building with a window and a closed door can be seen.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382289

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10521-B

North abutment, Washington Street, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10522-B

The image shows the north abutment of Washington Street in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. It features a large stone retaining wall adjacent to a set of railroad tracks. In the background, there are telegraph poles, a bridge, and a multi-story brick building with a visible chimney. Some debris a...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382290

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10522-B

Brackett's Trestle, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10523-B

The image depicts Brackett's Trestle in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. It shows a set of railroad tracks running alongside a trestle structure supported by vertical posts. There is some surrounding land that appears to be sloped or embanked.

Date: 1897

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

GUSN: 382291

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10523-B

St. James Street, Newton, Mass., 10524-B

The image depicts a snowy landscape on St. James Street in Newton, Massachusetts. Train tracks run down the center of the scene, flanked by snow-covered embankments. An iron bridge spans the tracks overhead and a house is visible on the right side of the image.

Date: 1898-02-04

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

GUSN: 382292

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10524-B

The Howard Block on Center Street, Newton Center, Newton, Mass., 10525-B

The image depicts the Howard Block on Center Street in Newton Center, Newton, Massachusetts. The building features businesses including "T.J. Hartnett Plumber & Sanitary Engineer" and "Atwood's Market" as indicated by the signage. The structure is characterized by its detailed architectural design w...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382293

Ref. Code: PC015.002.460.10525-B

The Highland Branch west of Tower 8 and Brookline Junction, looking east, Boston, Mass., 10526-B

The image depicts a section of the Highland Branch railroad tracks in Boston, Massachusetts, looking east. Visible are the dual tracks curving slightly through a partly wooded area. On the left, a large brick building stands next to trees. On the right, a train is seen alongside the tracks, with uti...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382294

Ref. Code: PC015.002.110.10526-B

Highland Branch over Boylston Street, Boston and Worcester Street Railway tracks above at the time of building Highland Branch from Cook Street to Riverside, Newton Highlands, Newton, Mass., 10527-B

The image shows the Highland Branch railway tracks passing over Boylston Street during its construction from Cook Street to Riverside in Newton Highlands, Newton, Massachusetts. The tracks above appear to belong to the Boston and Worcester Street Railway. The scene includes visible railroad tracks, ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382295

Ref. Code: PC015.002.400.10527-B

Site of new Beacon Park Engine House, former site of old Beacon Park race track, Boston, Mass., 10528-B

The image depicts the site of the new Beacon Park Engine House, which was formerly the site of the Beacon Park race track in Boston, Massachusetts. The area is an open, grassy field with construction materials scattered, including wooden beams and stacks. A railway car labeled "Vanderbilt Farms" is ...

Date: 1907-09-21

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

GUSN: 382296

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.10528-B

Site of new Beacon Park Engine House, former site of old Beacon Park race track, Boston, Mass., 10529-B

The image depicts a construction site identified as the future location of the Beacon Park Engine House, which previously served as the Beacon Park race track in Boston, Massachusetts. There are several individuals on the site, and various construction materials are present in the area.

Date: 1907-09-21

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

GUSN: 382297

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.10529-B

Erection of the paint shop chimney, Allston, Boston, Mass., 10530-B

The image depicts the construction of a paint shop chimney in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. A tall chimney is being erected amidst industrial buildings, with scaffolding and support structures visible. Several workers can be seen around the site, some standing on top of the brick building adjacent...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382298

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.10530-B

Construction, 10531-B

The image depicts a construction site where workers are engaged in activity amidst large rocks and logs. A cloud of steam or smoke is visible, and there are structures made of logs on the sides. Trees and power lines are seen in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382299

Ref. Code: PC015.002.720.10531-B

Better Farming Special at old Westborough Station, showing crowd at station, Westborough, Mass., 10532-B

The image shows a large crowd gathered at the old Westborough Station in Westborough, Massachusetts. People are standing near a railway train, with a horse-drawn carriage visible in the scene. The station building is made of brick and features some decorative elements. The sign "WESTBORO" is display...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382300

Ref. Code: PC015.002.700.10532-B

Better Farming Special, East Brookfield, Brookfield, Mass., 10533-B

The image shows three men in suits and bowler hats standing on a railroad track in front of a train car. The banner on the train car reads "New York Central Lines." The scene is related to the "Better Farming Special" train in East Brookfield, Brookfield, Massachusetts.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382301

Ref. Code: PC015.002.700.10533-B

Better Farming Special, Mr. Dale and Mr. Simon, 10534-B

The image shows two men, identified as Mr. Dale and Mr. Simon, standing in front of a train car. The car is marked with "NEW YORK CENTRAL LINES" on a banner. Both men are dressed in suits and wearing hats.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382302

Ref. Code: PC015.002.700.10534-B

Better Farming Special, freight traffic officer Mr. E.P. Gardiner, 10535-B

The image features a man wearing a suit and bowler hat, standing in front of a train car. He is holding a coat over his arm. A sign attached to the side of the train car reads, "DAIRYING AND ANIMAL INDUSTRY ENTER HERE." The train car has visible wheels and undercarriage details.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382303

Ref. Code: PC015.002.700.10535-B

Better Farming Special, professors, etc., Worcester, Mass., 10536-B

The image shows a group of men dressed in suits and wearing various styles of hats, standing together in an outdoor setting. Behind them, a train is visible. The scene takes place in Worcester, Massachusetts, and is associated with the "Better Farming Special" event. Industrial buildings and smokest...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382304

Ref. Code: PC015.002.700.10536-B

Better Farming Special, group of professors, etc., Worcester, Mass., 10537-B

The image shows a group of men, identified as professors and others, standing in front of a train car marked "New York Central Lines" and "Farming Special." They are dressed in formal attire, such as suits and hats, and are positioned in two rows. The setting is in Worcester, Massachusetts.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382305

Ref. Code: PC015.002.700.10537-B

Railroad station, Natick, Mass., 10538-B

The image depicts a railroad station in Natick, Massachusetts. In the foreground, five men in suits and hats stand on a wooden platform behind a picket fence. There is a staircase leading up to the station's main building, which features signs and architectural details. A sign warns against walking ...

Date: 1897-02-09

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

GUSN: 382306

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.10538-B

Storage basin, flushing gate, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10237-B

The image depicts a flushing gate located at a storage basin in East Boston, Massachusetts. The gate is made of wood and metal components with bolts and fasteners securing it in place. A ladder is positioned to the right of the gate against a concrete wall.

Date: 1905-01-21

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

GUSN: 382007

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10237-B

Storage basin, flushing gate, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10238-B

The image shows a large wooden flushing gate at a storage basin in East Boston, Massachusetts. The gate is constructed from vertical wooden planks reinforced with bolts and brackets. A metal ring is attached to the structure and a wooden ladder is seen on the right side of the gate.

Date: 1905-01-21

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

GUSN: 382008

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10238-B

Grade crossing elimination project, sheathing and bracing at Bennington Street, looking north west, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10239-B

The image depicts a construction site as part of the grade crossing elimination project at Bennington Street, East Boston, Massachusetts, looking northwest. It shows extensive wooden sheathing and bracing structures, with two men sitting atop the sheathing. Residential buildings and utility poles ar...

Date: 1905-08-08

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

GUSN: 382009

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10239-B

Smith concrete mixer at Prescott Street Bridge construction, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10240-B

The image shows a construction site at the Prescott Street Bridge in East Boston, Massachusetts. Central to the scene is a Smith concrete mixer, surrounded by several workers engaged in construction activities. Wooden beams and other construction materials are visible along with a backdrop of buildi...

Date: 1904-09-23

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

GUSN: 382010

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10240-B

Grade crossing elimination project, east abutment for Prescott Street bridge, looking northeast, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10241-B

The image shows the east abutment for the Prescott Street bridge in East Boston, Massachusetts, as part of a grade crossing elimination project. The abutment is a large concrete structure with visible supporting slopes and rough terrain around it. There is a separate smaller concrete structure in th...

Date: 1904-11-28

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

GUSN: 382011

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10241-B

Outlet drain for storage basin, looking west, showing construction of drain, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10242-B

The image shows the construction of an outlet drain for a storage basin in East Boston, Massachusetts, looking west. Wooden beams and support structures line the excavated trench, with the partially constructed drain visible in the center. Soil and construction materials are present along the sides.

Date: 1904-11-18

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

GUSN: 382012

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10242-B

Storage basin, looking northeast, from south of center of basin, showing bracing, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10243-B

The image shows a group of men working in a storage basin in East Boston, Massachusetts. They are surrounded by wooden braces and beams as part of the construction process. A wooden fence encloses the area in the background with buildings visible beyond the construction site.

Date: 1904-11-18

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

GUSN: 382013

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10243-B

Storage basin, looking north from near outlet of city overflow and sewer, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10244-B

The image shows a storage basin area in East Boston, Massachusetts, looking north. In the foreground is a small boat on dry land, and in the background are several rail cars marked "N.Y.C. & H.R." A man stands near the water's edge, looking toward the basin. The area is partially dried out and there...

Date: 1904-09-16

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

GUSN: 382014

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10244-B

Storage basin, looking north from near gate chamber, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10245-B

The image shows a storage basin area in East Boston, Massachusetts, looking north from near a gate chamber. In the foreground, there is a large expanse of grassy land. To the left, there are a series of buildings lined along the edge. In the background, additional structures and some industrial equi...

Date: 1904-09-16

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

GUSN: 382015

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10245-B

Storage basin, looking east from near gate chamber, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10246-B

The image depicts a storage basin in East Boston, Massachusetts, looking east from near a gate chamber. The landscape is predominantly grassy with patches of earth. A long, elevated structure, likely part of the basin's infrastructure, stretches across the background. There are a few figures visible...

Date: 1904-09-16

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

GUSN: 382016

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10246-B

Storage basin and outlet drain, looking east, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10247-B

The image depicts a construction site in East Boston, Massachusetts, showing a storage basin and outlet drain. There is a wooden structure in the center, surrounded by a wooden fence, with visible soil excavation and construction materials. A bridge or elevated structure is visible in the background...

Date: 1904-10-14

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

GUSN: 382017

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10247-B

Storage basin showing conveyors and hoists, looking northwest from southeast end of barn, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10248-B

The image shows a storage basin with conveyors and hoists in East Boston, Massachusetts. The view is from the southeast end of a barn, looking northwest. Visible are several structures, including wooden buildings and framework for the hoists, with industrial buildings in the background. The ground i...

Date: 1904-11-28

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

GUSN: 382018

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10248-B

Grade crossing elimination project, Prescott Street Bridge abutments, looking south, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10249-B

The image shows a construction site for the grade crossing elimination project at the Prescott Street Bridge in East Boston, Massachusetts. The view is looking south and features bridge abutments under construction. Visible are construction materials, equipment, and workers engaged in the building p...

Date: 1904-09-16

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

GUSN: 382019

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10249-B

Prescott Street bridge abutments, looking south, grade crossing elimination project, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10250-B

The image depicts a construction site at the Prescott Street bridge abutments, looking south, part of the grade crossing elimination project in East Boston, Massachusetts. The area is filled with construction materials, including wooden beams and stone blocks, with a crane or hoisting apparatus visi...

Date: 1904-10-14

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

GUSN: 382020

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10250-B

Prescott Street bridge, construction, west abutment looking south, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10251-B

The image depicts the construction of the west abutment of Prescott Street bridge, looking south, in East Boston, Massachusetts. It shows two men in front, with wooden beams and supports creating a framework in the background. The construction site is visible with dirt and equipment around.

Date: 1904-10-07

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

GUSN: 382021

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10251-B

Prescott Street Bridge abutment, east, looking north, showing 30" drain and sheathing, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10252-B

The image shows the construction site of the Prescott Street Bridge abutment in East Boston, Massachusetts. The scene, looking north, features a wooden sheathing structure and a 30-inch drain pipe partially buried in the ground. Construction materials and tools are scattered around and two workers a...

Date: 1904-10-14

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

GUSN: 382022

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10252-B

South of Prescott Street, manhole and catch basin, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10253-B

The image shows a construction area south of Prescott Street in East Boston, Massachusetts. A railroad track runs through the scene with two men walking along it. A manhole and catch basin are visible near the tracks, with a sloped concrete structure on the right. A person is standing on a dirt emba...

Date: 1905-10-21

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

GUSN: 382023

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10253-B

Claflin's Coal Pocket, city buildings to left, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10254-B

The image depicts Claflin's Coal Pocket in East Boston, Massachusetts. The structure is a large, wooden industrial building with visible support beams and what appears to be machinery extending from the upper levels. Railroad tracks are present in the foreground, leading towards the building. To the...

Date: 1899-07-10

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

GUSN: 382024

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10254-B

At Porter Street looking northeast from present railroad tracks, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10255-B

The image depicts a view from Porter Street looking northeast from the present railroad tracks in East Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there is an expanse of grass and some shoreline. In the midground, small boats are anchored in the water. A long bridge or trestle is visible spanning acro...

Date: 1904-09-16

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

GUSN: 382025

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10255-B

View in cut at Saratoga Street, looking north, grade crossing elimination and lowering tracks through city, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10256-B

The image depicts a view at Saratoga Street in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, looking north. It shows the grade crossing elimination and the lowering of tracks through the city. There are visible train tracks, with individuals standing near them, and steep, rocky embankments on both sides. A br...

Date: 1906-10-03

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

GUSN: 382026

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10256-B

Grade crossing elimination project, showing railroad cars and steam shovel, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10257-B

The image depicts a grade crossing elimination project in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are railroad cars filled with earth, a steam shovel emitting smoke, and workers on the railcars. There are residential buildings and utility poles in the background alongside the construction site.

Date: 1905-12-22

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

GUSN: 382027

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10257-B

Porter Street, looking southeast, showing railroad signals, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10259-B

The image shows railroad tracks with signals in the foreground on Porter Street, looking southeast. In the background, there are construction sites, including cranes and scaffolding, as well as various buildings in East Boston, Massachusetts.

Date: 1905-06-01

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

GUSN: 382028

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10259-B

Ends of retaining wall and drain north of storage basin, looking west, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10260-B

The image shows the ends of a retaining wall and a large drain pipe in East Boston, Massachusetts, looking west. The construction area includes wooden supports and earthworks surrounding the structure. The site appears to be part of a drainage system near a storage basin.

Date: 1905-08-08

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

GUSN: 382029

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10260-B

Storage basin, north end, looking northwest and showing city drain, East Boston, Mass., 10261-B

The image depicts the construction site of a storage basin at the north end, looking northwest, in East Boston, Massachusetts. Wooden beams and planks frame the area and a large drainage pipe is visible. Workers can be seen standing and working on the site, with building materials scattered in the b...

Date: 1905-01-11

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

GUSN: 382030

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10261-B

Storage basin, north end looking north from bottom of basin, showing city drain across basin, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10262-B

The image depicts the north end of a storage basin in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible from the bottom of the basin, a city drain extends across it. The area is surrounded by wooden beams and structures with chains and a large pipe also present in the scene.

Date: 1905-01-11

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

GUSN: 382031

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10262-B

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