Historic New England

Sewer construction at Porter Street, looking west, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10263-B

The image shows sewer construction at Porter Street in East Boston, Massachusetts, looking west. The view features a partially constructed sewer tunnel with wooden supports and a concrete arch. A shallow layer of water is visible on the bottom.

Date: 1905-06-29

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

GUSN: 382032

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10263-B

Sewer construction into harbor at Porter Street, looking east, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10264-B

The image depicts construction work on a sewer extending into the harbor at Porter Street, East Boston, Massachusetts, looking east. Visible are wooden structures and tracks leading out over the water, with scattered construction materials such as barrels and equipment along the site. In the backgro...

Date: 1905-07-02

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

GUSN: 382033

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10264-B

Outlet drain to storage basin, east end of outlet drain, looking northeast, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10265-B

The image shows an open, muddy landscape at the east end of an outlet drain in East Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there is tall grass and a small channel in the mud. A long, elevated bridge or other structure extends across the background, with buildings and a tree line visible in the di...

Date: 1904-10-07

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

GUSN: 382034

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10265-B

Prescott Street abutments, looking north, construction of yard at piers, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10266-B

The image shows the construction of yard piers and abutments along Prescott Street in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are construction machinery, including cranes and equipment, with piles of earth and structural materials nearby. A railroad car is on the left side of the image beside a fence an...

Date: 1904-09-16

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

GUSN: 382035

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10266-B

Prescott Street east abutment looking south, construction of yard near piers, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10267-B

The image shows a construction site at the east abutment of Prescott Street, looking south, near the piers in East Boston, Massachusetts. A large pile of earth can be seen on the left, with wooden retaining walls and a large pipe running across the site. Construction equipment and materials, such as...

Date: 1904-10-07

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

GUSN: 382036

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10267-B

Prescott Street, 30" drain rear of east abutment looking north, building yard near piers, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10268-B

The image shows a construction site on Prescott Street in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. It features a view of the 30-inch drain located at the rear of the east abutment, looking north. The area is lined with wooden beams and concrete, with tracks running along the ground.

Date: 1904-10-07

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

GUSN: 382037

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10268-B

Prescott Street footbridge, looking north, building yard near piers, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10269-B

The image shows the Prescott Street footbridge in East Boston, Massachusetts, viewed from the north. Visible are the bridge structure, adjacent railroad tracks, and a construction or building yard near the piers. Various tools, materials, and dirt mounds can be seen around the site.

Date: 1905-09-27

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

GUSN: 382038

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10269-B

East wall north of Saratoga Street, showing cement mixer, locomotive and railroad cars, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10270-B

The image depicts a construction site on the east wall north of Saratoga Street in East Boston. A cement mixer and a locomotive with several railroad cars are visible on the left side. Several workers are standing on the construction platform and wooden structures are being erected along a trench.

Date: 1905-11-21

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

GUSN: 382039

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10270-B

Trench north of Saratoga Street, looking south, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10271-B

The image depicts a trench in East Boston, Massachusetts, north of Saratoga Street, looking south. Three men are standing in the trench, which is supported by wooden beams. The trench walls are made of earth and one of the men is holding a shovel.

Date: 1905-09-27

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

GUSN: 382040

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10271-B

Concrete mixer, steam shovel, trench and sheathing between Curtis and Saratoga Streets, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10272-B

The image depicts a construction site between Curtis and Saratoga Streets in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are a steam shovel and a rail car filled with dirt next to a trench lined with wooden sheathing. Several workers are present and there is a concrete mixer in the background.

Date: 1905-12-22

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

GUSN: 382041

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10272-B

Trench and retaining wall, east side, north of Saratoga Street, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10273-B

The image shows a trench and retaining wall on the east side, north of Saratoga Street in East Boston, Massachusetts. Several wooden supports and a retaining structure are visible. Two men are present, one standing on the concrete wall and another observing the construction from above. In the backgr...

Date: 1905-12-22

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

GUSN: 382042

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10273-B

Trench on east side and west abutment wall at Curtis Street crossing, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10274-B

The image shows a construction site at the Curtis Street crossing in East Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, several workers are engaged in activities around a trench and an abutment wall. Wooden and metal structures are visible, including beams and a large cylindrical object. There is a fain...

Date: 1905-12-22

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

GUSN: 382043

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10274-B

East wall at old bulkhead, north of Saratoga Street, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10275-B

The image depicts a section of the east wall at an old bulkhead located north of Saratoga Street in East Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, a series of wooden braces and supports is visible. The background includes several buildings and construction equipment with a few individuals standing a...

Date: 1905-11-02

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

GUSN: 382044

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10275-B

Bank of earth north of Curtis Street, west side, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10276-B

The image shows a bank of earth along the west side, north of Curtis Street, in East Boston, Massachusetts. The view features a steep, eroded embankment with some vegetation and posts on top. To the right, an industrial setting is partially visible, including machinery and a large building.

Date: 1905-08-08

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

GUSN: 382045

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10276-B

Looking south, vicinity of piers, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10277-B

The image shows a view looking south in the vicinity of the piers in East Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there are several sets of train tracks crossing a dirt pathway. Beyond the tracks, there are piles of barrels stacked in the distance. Utility poles are visible along the dirt path and...

Date: 1910-06-10

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

GUSN: 382046

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10277-B

Children on street corner, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10278-B

The image shows a group of children standing on a street corner in East Boston, Massachusetts. The street is paved with cobblestones and lined with utility poles. Several buildings, including residential houses, are visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382047

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10278-B

Prescott Street Railroad Yard, Grand Junction Branch, looking east from Prescott Street, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10279-B

The image depicts the Prescott Street Railroad Yard in the Grand Junction Branch, viewed from Prescott Street in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple sets of railroad tracks with various freight cars, including tanker and boxcars, stretching into the distance. On the right side are build...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382048

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10279-B

General view at Saratoga Street, looking north, showing railroad cars, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10280-B

The image presents a view looking north along Saratoga Street in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are railroad tracks running through the scene and multiple railroad cars. In the background, there is a railroad bridge spanning over the tracks, and to the right, a building and some construction ac...

Date: 1906-12-12

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

GUSN: 382049

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.10280-B

Storage basin, looking southwest from extreme north end, showing construction of roof with expanded metal, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10281-B

The image shows a construction site for a storage basin in East Boston, Massachusetts, looking southwest from the extreme north end. The focus is on the progress of the roof construction, featuring expanded metal. Several workers are standing along the edge of the site with construction materials an...

Date: 1905-01-21

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

GUSN: 382050

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10281-B

Storage basin, north end of work looking northwest, dump tracks, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10282-B

The image depicts a storage basin construction area in East Boston, Massachusetts, looking northwest. Visible are dump tracks and construction equipment, including a crane lifting a load. A building is present alongside a horse-drawn cart, with workers observable on-site amidst the infrastructure.

Date: 1904-11-29

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

GUSN: 382051

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10282-B

Storage basin, south end of work looking northeast, city pile driver at work, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10283-B

The image depicts a construction site at the south end of a storage basin in East Boston, Massachusetts. A city pile driver is actively being used in the foreground. In the scene, there are visible railway tracks, a wooden structure on wheels, various lumber pieces scattered around, and two workers ...

Date: 1904-11-29

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

GUSN: 382052

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10283-B

Bennington Street, east abutment looking north, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10284-B

The image shows the construction site of an east abutment on Bennington Street, East Boston, Massachusetts, looking north. The scene includes wooden beams forming a framework with a metal pipe crossing horizontally. Various construction materials, such as bricks and rubble, are scattered on the grou...

Date: 1905-06-29

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

GUSN: 382053

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10284-B

Sewer at Porter Street, bottom looking east, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10285-B

The image depicts an excavation site of a sewer at Porter Street in East Boston, Massachusetts. The view is from the bottom looking east, showing a series of large pipes partially covered by a wooden structure. A shovel and a metal container are visible on the wooden planks above the excavation. The...

Date: 1905-06-29

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

GUSN: 382054

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10285-B

Steam shovel in cut at south end of storage basin, looking south, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10286-B

The image shows a steam shovel positioned in a cut at the south end of a storage basin in East Boston, Massachusetts, looking south. The area surrounding the shovel includes a significant amount of earthwork with visible mounds of soil and pooled water. Other construction equipment is visible in the...

Date: 1905-07-21

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

GUSN: 382055

Ref. Code: PC015.002.240.10286-B

View near Sumner Street, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10287-B

The image depicts a street view near Sumner Street in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are railroad tracks running through a cobblestone road with gate barriers and a few people in the background. Buildings and telegraph poles line the street.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382056

Ref. Code: PC015.002.210.10287-B

View of old station looking down West Street, Pittsfield, Mass., 10438-B

The image depicts a view looking down West Street in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The old station is visible in the distance, and there are trees lining the street. Buildings are present on both sides, with some signs and awnings. There are also a few carts and people visible in the scene.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382207

Ref. Code: PC015.002.490.10438-B

Old station from track side, vintage train, Pittsfield, Mass., 10439-B

The image depicts a train situated on railroad tracks next to an old station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The station features distinctive architectural elements, such as pointed roofs and arched windows. Multiple sets of train tracks are visible in the foreground, along with two individuals standi...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382208

Ref. Code: PC015.002.490.10439-B

Old station, excavation for new station on right, Pittsfield, Mass., 10440-B

The image shows an old railway station with distinct architectural features, including a tower and arched windows, located in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. On the right side of the image, there is excavation work for a new station. Buildings and a horse-drawn cart are also present along the street lead...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382209

Ref. Code: PC015.002.490.10440-B

Old station looking east, New Haven Railroad tracks on right, New York Central (Boston & Albany) on left, Pittsfield, Mass., 10441-B

The image shows an old train station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. On the right, the tracks of the New Haven Railroad can be seen, while on the left, the tracks belong to the New York Central (Boston & Albany). A large station building with distinctive architectural features is visible in the backgr...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382210

Ref. Code: PC015.002.490.10441-B

New station marquee, Pittsfield, Mass., 10442-B

The image shows a new station marquee in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The marquee features decorative elements above an arched entrance supported by temporary wooden scaffolding. The building behind the marquee has large arched windows and is constructed of brick. Construction materials and debris are...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382211

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.10442-B

McCabe's derrick removing old overhead footbridge, Pittsfield, Mass., 10443-B

The image shows a derrick, with the name "McCabe's," involved in the removal of an old overhead footbridge in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The scene includes workers on and around the structure, with tracks and a locomotive visible, emitting steam. Utility poles line the right side of the image agains...

Date: 1914-12-02

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

GUSN: 382212

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10443-B

McCabe's derrick car placing long span for new overhead footbridge, Pittsfield, Mass., 10444-B

The image shows McCabe's derrick car in the process of placing a long span for a new overhead footbridge in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Several workers are visible near the derrick car, and the area is covered with snow. The bridge structure is being constructed over a set of tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382213

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10444-B

McCabe's derrick car placing long span for new overhead footbridge, Pittsfield, Mass., 10445-B

The image depicts a derrick car, labeled as McCabe's, placing a long span for a new overhead footbridge in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The structure of the footbridge under construction is prominently visible, set against a backdrop of leafless trees and a snow-covered ground. Additionally, there is ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382214

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10445-B

New overhead footbridge, old footbridge in background, looking west, Pittsfield, Mass., 10446-B

The image depicts a railway scene in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, showing a new overhead footbridge spanning across the tracks. In the background, an old footbridge is also visible. Several construction materials and debris are scattered near the tracks, and a few people are seen on the bridges. The v...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382215

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.10446-B

Broken dam as a result of flooding of the Westfield River in Berkshire Mountains, Middlefield, Mass., 10447-B

The image depicts a broken dam along the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts, caused by flooding. Visible elements include a structure made of large, piled stones with part of it missing, and water at the base indicating the floodâs impact. In the background, there are buildings that app...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382216

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10447-B

Tower #6 looking west from vicinity of Exeter Street, Exeter Street passenger coach yard at Huntington Avenue, freight yard at left, Boston, Mass., 10448-B

The image depicts a rail yard in Boston, Massachusetts, viewed from the vicinity of Exeter Street, looking west. Tower #6 is situated centrally, with multiple railway tracks extending outward in both directions. On the right, there are passenger coach cars, while on the left, a freight yard is visib...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382217

Ref. Code: PC015.002.070.10448-B

Exposed after flooding of Westfield River in Berkshire Mountains, Middlefield, Mass., 10449-B

The image shows a landscape in Middlefield, Massachusetts, in the Berkshire Mountains, following the flooding of the Westfield River. In the foreground, a large expanse of exposed rocky terrain is visible. In the background, there are several buildings, likely houses, surrounded by sparse trees.

Date: ca. 1907

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

GUSN: 382218

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10449-B

After flooding of Westfield River, Middlefield, Mass., 10450-B

The image shows a section of the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts, following a flood. The river flows through a rocky landscape, with leafless trees lining the banks. A person can be seen walking along the riverbank on the left side of the image and a building is visible in the backgrou...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382219

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10450-B

Damage of flooding of Westfield River, Middlefield, Mass., 10451-B

The image shows a landscape affected by flooding from the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts. The riverbank is eroded, with exposed soil and rocks visible. Bent or fallen trees and branches are also present.

Date: ca. 1907

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

GUSN: 382220

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10451-B

Westfield River flood damage, Middlefield, Mass., 10452-B

The image shows the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts, with visible damage from flooding. The river is surrounded by a rocky and barren landscape, including exposed rocks and scattered debris. There are bare trees and brush along the riverbanks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382221

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10452-B

Westfield River flood damage, Middlefield, Mass., 10453-B

The image shows damage caused by flooding along the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts. The river is visible with a swollen waterbody and rocks scattered along its banks. On one side of the river, there is a steep incline with bare trees and a disrupted path or road.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382222

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10453-B

Westfield River flood damage, Middlefield, Mass., 10454-B

The image shows flood damage along the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts. Large rocks and uprooted trees with tangled roots and branches are scattered along the riverbank.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382223

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10454-B

Washed out roadway over dam after flooding of Westfield River, Middlefield, Mass., 10455-B

The image shows a washed-out roadway over a dam following the flooding of the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there are large rocks and disturbed earth, while in the background, several buildings and bare trees are visible.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382224

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10455-B

Washouts along Westfield River after flood, Middlefield, Mass., 10456-B

The image shows a washout area along the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts, following a flood. There is a visible pile of rocks and debris near the water's edge, alongside an eroded embankment. Scattered wooden planks are also present in the scene.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382225

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10456-B

Broken dam and roadway over Westfield River after flood, Middlefield, Mass., 10457-B

The image depicts a broken dam and roadway at the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts, following a flood. A structure resembling a small building is visible on the riverbank next to the damaged area. The surrounding landscape includes trees and exposed earth. Large rocks and debris can be ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382226

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10457-B

After flood receded, area covered by lake formed by collapsed dam, Middlefield, Mass., 10458-B

The image shows a wide view of a landscape in Middlefield, Massachusetts, where a lake has formed as a result of a collapsed dam. The surrounding landscape includes distant hills and sparse vegetation.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382227

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10458-B

Flood damage, sluiceway gates, Middlefield, Mass., 10459-B

The image shows wooden sluiceway gates in Middlefield, Massachusetts, damaged by flooding. Various wooden planks are arranged vertically and horizontally, with visible debris such as branches and rocks scattered around the structure.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382228

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10459-B

Results of flooding of Westfield River in Berkshire Mountains, Middlefield, Mass., 10460-B

The image depicts the aftermath of the Westfield River flooding in Middlefield, Massachusetts, within the Berkshire Mountains. Visible are scattered rocks and debris along the riverbanks, a small bridge spanning the water, and several buildings in the background.

Date: ca. 1907

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

GUSN: 382229

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10460-B

Damage caused by flooding of Westfield River in Berkshire Mountains and washed out Boston & Albany railroad, Middlefield, Mass., 10461-B

The image shows damage caused by flooding of the Westfield River in the Berkshire Mountains. The area is filled with rocks and debris, including a fallen tree with visible roots. The surrounding landscape is wooded, with bare trees visible.

Date: ca. 1907

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

GUSN: 382230

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10461-B

Results of flooding of Westfield River, washed out railroad bridge in right background with temporary trestle, Middlefield, Mass., 10462-B

The image shows the aftermath of flooding from the Westfield River in Middlefield, Massachusetts. In the right background, there is a washed-out railroad bridge and a temporary trestle. To the left, a small house is visible amidst the rocky landscape with scattered trees.

Date: ca. 1907

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

GUSN: 382231

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.10462-B

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