Historic New England

Construction of new Union Station, north elevation, Worcester, Mass., 10010-B

The image shows the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, focusing on the north elevation. The building is partially completed with scaffolding surrounding the structure. Train tracks run parallel to the station and surrounding buildings and cityscape are visible in the ...

Date: 1910-04-27

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

GUSN: 381782

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10010-B

Old Union Railroad Station, interior of Ticket Agent's office, Worcester, Mass., 10011-B

The image shows the interior of the Ticket Agent's office at the Old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The room is filled with desks covered in stacks of paperwork and documents. Hanging light fixtures illuminate the space and a sign on the wall reads "AGENT'S." There are also chai...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381783

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10011-B

New Union Railroad Station project, express building and power house in foreground, looking west, Worcester, Mass., 10012-B

The image depicts the New Union Railroad Station project in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking west. In the foreground are the express building and power house. Visible structures include a tall smokestack and a tower with a clock. Train tracks run alongside the buildings with some train cars present...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381784

Ref. Code: PC015.002.640.10012-B

New Union Railroad Station, looking east showing tracks and platforms, Worcester, Mass., 10013-B

The image shows the New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking east towards the tracks and platforms. Visible are multiple sets of train tracks with platforms running alongside. Various buildings, including one with a water tower, are present in the background.

Date: 1913

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

GUSN: 381785

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10013-B

Old Union Railroad Station, tearing down, looking west, new station in background, Worcester, Mass., 10014-B

The image shows the demolition of the Old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. Scaffolding and construction materials are visible as part of the dismantling process. In the background, the new station can be seen with its distinct architectural features.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381786

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10014-B

Old Union Railroad Station, looking west during tearing down, new station in background, Worcester, Mass., 10015-B

The image depicts the Old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, during its demolition. In the foreground, construction workers can be seen amidst debris and scaffolding. The partially torn-down structure is visible with the new station standing prominently in the background. A railway ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381787

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10015-B

Old Union Railroad Station, tearing down of station, Worcester, Mass., 10016-B

The image shows the Old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, during its demolition. A prominent clock tower remains surrounded by scaffolding and construction equipment. The surrounding area shows construction materials and exposed groundwork.

Date: 1911-10-14

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

GUSN: 381788

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10016-B

Roof trusses of new freight house, Worcester, Mass., 10017-B

The image shows the roof trusses of a new freight house under construction in Worcester, Massachusetts. The structure is composed of a series of triangular steel trusses being erected. Several workers are visible and construction materials are scattered around the site with machinery assisting in th...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381789

Ref. Code: PC015.002.640.10017-B

Old Union Railroad Station after its closing, porte cochere, Worcester, Mass., 10018-B

The image shows the Old Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, after its closing. The stone architecture of the porte cochere is visible, with a sign on the doors reading "CLOSED USE OTHER STATION OPPOSITE." A vintage car is parked beside the entrance and there is a utility pole nearby.

Date: 1911

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

GUSN: 381790

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10018-B

Construction of new Union Station, west side, Worcester, Mass., 10019-B

The image depicts the construction site of the new Union Station on the west side of Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are partially constructed buildings with arched openings and scaffolding. There is also building material scattered around along with railroad tracks, utility poles, and surrounding...

Date: 1910-05-12

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

GUSN: 381791

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10019-B

Construction of new Union Station, front elevation, from roof of old station, Worcester, Mass., 10020-B

The image depicts the construction of the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from the roof of the old station. The front elevation of the new building is visible, surrounded by scaffolding. The site includes construction materials and workers with the surrounding cityscape in the ...

Date: 1910-07-15

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

GUSN: 381792

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10020-B

New Union Railroad Station, construction, front elevation from old station, Worcester, Mass., 10021-B

The image shows the construction of the New Union Railroad Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The scene is viewed from the front elevation of the old station, depicting a large construction site with scaffolding and various building materials. Railroad tracks are visible to the side along with sev...

Date: 1910-04-09

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

GUSN: 381793

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10021-B

Construction of Green Street Bridge in new Union Station project, Worcester, Mass., 10022-B

The image depicts the construction of the Green Street Bridge as part of the new Union Station project in Worcester, Massachusetts. Several workers are engaged in constructing the framework of the bridge while working with steel rebar and wooden planks. Visible in the background are industrial build...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381794

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.10022-B

Construction of new Union Railroad Station, west side, Worcester, Mass., 10023-B

The image depicts the construction site of the new Union Railroad Station on the west side of Worcester, Massachusetts. The structure is partially built with scaffolding covering several areas. Visible are large arched windows and a multiple-story building section. In the foreground, there is a larg...

Date: 1910-06-15

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

GUSN: 381795

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10023-B

Construction of Signal Tower #28, New Union Station project, Worcester, Mass., 10024-B

The image depicts the construction of Signal Tower #28 as part of the New Union Station project in Worcester, Massachusetts. The scene shows a partially built structure with wooden scaffolding and several workers can be seen on and around the building site. Debris and construction materials are scat...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381796

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.10024-B

Part of old freight yard, side of old Union Station shown on left, Worcester, Mass., 10026-B

The image shows part of an old freight yard with train tracks leading into the distance. On the left side, there is the side of the old Union Station building in Worcester, Massachusetts. Several freight cars are positioned on the tracks and there are utility poles lining the area. In the background...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381797

Ref. Code: PC015.002.680.10026-B

Looking down tracks from Grand Street Crossing, Worcester, Mass., 10027-B

The image depicts a view down railroad tracks from the Grand Street Crossing in Worcester, Massachusetts. There are two sets of tracks running parallel with a railroad crossing in the foreground. On the left, a building displays a sign for "Little Liver Pills." On the right, a series of industrial b...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381798

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.10027-B

View down tracks from Grand Street, Worcester, Mass., 10028-B

The image shows a view of multiple railway tracks extending from Grand Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there is a wooden platform crossing the tracks. To the left, a building has a large painted advertisement for "CARTER'S LITTLE LIVER PILLS." Several houses and utility poles ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381799

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.10028-B

Looking east from Plymouth Street, Worcester, Mass., 10029-B

The image depicts a set of railroad tracks stretching eastward from Plymouth Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. On the left, there is a stone wall with a fence and trees lining the edge. On the right, several railcars are visible near buildings, one of which bears the words "Allen Boiler Works." Ut...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381800

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.10029-B

View down tracks from Grand Street, Worcester, Mass., 10030-B

The image shows a view down railroad tracks from Grand Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. The tracks lead into the distance, flanked by utility poles and a fence on the right. A few train cars are visible further down the tracks. On the left, there are buildings and a large sign for "Carter's Littl...

Date: ca. 1908

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

GUSN: 381801

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.10030-B

Grafton Street Railroad Crossing, before elimination in 1909, Worcester, Mass., 10031-B

The image shows the Grafton Street Railroad Crossing in Worcester, Massachusetts, before its elimination in 1909. Visible are several railroad tracks running through the area with a building marked "Bradle Car Works" prominently on the left. Utility poles and signage related to the railroad are also...

Date: 1909

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

GUSN: 381802

Ref. Code: PC015.002.690.10031-B

View down tracks, Worcester, Mass., 10032-B

The image shows a set of railway tracks in Worcester, Massachusetts. The tracks extend into the distance with some rail cars visible further down. On the left is an open grassy area and utility poles line the tracks. Industrial buildings are faintly visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381803

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.10032-B

Old Union Station, Boston and Maine Railroad, exit, Worcester, Mass., 10033-B

The image depicts the Old Union Station of the Boston and Maine Railroad in Worcester, Massachusetts. The view shows the exit area of the station featuring railroad tracks leading to an arched stone building. The structure has large windows and an open door where the tracks pass through, surrounded ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381804

Ref. Code: PC015.002.670.10033-B

Powell Planer's Works, exterior, Worcester, Mass., 10034-B

The image shows the exterior of Powell Planer's Works in Worcester, Massachusetts. There is snow on the ground in the forground. The building has signage for Powell Tool Company and Planers. To the right, a railway car marked with "N.Y.N.H. & H." is partially visible. Electrical poles and signage fo...

Date: 1909-01-21

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

GUSN: 381805

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.10034-B

Leonard Street, looking north, elimination of grade crossing project, Worcester, Mass., 10035-B

The image shows Leonard Street in Worcester, Massachusetts, looking northward. It depicts a scene from the elimination of a grade crossing project. In the foreground, there is construction work evident with dirt and some concrete structures visible. Trees and a residential building are visible in th...

Date: 1908

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

GUSN: 381806

Ref. Code: PC015.002.650.10035-B

Copybook belonging to Frederic Dodge, 1856-1858

Copybooks worked on during three years of the education of Frederic Dodge at ages 9, 10, and 11, in the years 1856-1858 when he was a student at Harvard Grammar School. Among the many words he practiced are "Animation," "Bennington," and "Manumission." Accompanying these copybooks are two essays wri...

Date: 1856-1858

Collection: Copybooks collection

GUSN: 375893

Ref. Code: MS003.024

Copybook belonging to Eliza H. Merriam, New Salem, Mass., 1885

This is an exercise book containing columns (3 to a page) of spelling words written in pencil by Eliza H. Merriam, whose name is on the cover. A loose page of practice words carries the date 1885 and the place: New Salem, Mass.

Date: 1885

Collection: Copybooks collection

GUSN: 375894

Ref. Code: MS003.025

Copybook belonging to Pamela Holden, undated

In this "Writing Book," Pamela Holden copied out the words to several Civil War songs of the poignant and sad variety. Some titles are "Nellie Gray," "Mother is the Battle Over," "Tramp Tramp Tramp or the Prisoners Hope," and "The Dying Soldier." The handwriting in ink is neatly done.

Date: undated

Collection: Copybooks collection

GUSN: 375895

Ref. Code: MS003.026

Copybook of William Bentley Fowle, Monitorial School, Temple Place, Boston, Mass., 1830

In the year 1830, William Bentley Fowle, a teacher at the Monitorial School, preserved a sample of each of approximately 75 students handwriting. An interleaved memo places the Monitorial School on Temple Place (Boston, Mass.) and later on lower Washington Street. In a short preface, Mr. Fowle expl...

Date: 1830

Collection: Copybooks collection

GUSN: 375896

Ref. Code: MS003.027

Copybook belonging to Elizabeth M. Saunders, Gloucester Academy, June 10, 1799

Second of two parts of a copybook of Elizabeth M. Saunders, Gloucester Academy, dated June 10, 1799. This section continues with Punctuation Rules 22-33 followed by Semicolon Rules 1-4 and rules for using periods, question and exclamation marks, parentheses and so on. The writer ends with a paragrap...

Date: June 10, 1799

Collection: Copybooks collection

GUSN: 375898

Ref. Code: MS003.005b

The fairy grotto and fantoccini waltz

Cover depicts a fairy grotto. Fairies drift down a river on boats that are leaves. "Respecfully dedicated to H. Hannington, Esq."

Date: 1840

Collection: Barrett family papers

GUSN: 375908

Ref. Code: MS007.01.47.10

Four people on pond shoreline, CH322-B

The image shows four people standing along the shoreline of a pond. The area is surrounded by tall, leafless trees. The water in the pond reflects the surrounding and the figures near the shore.

Date: 1860-1949

Collection: Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection

GUSN: 376013

Ref. Code: PC019.001.B.CH322-B

Men and women posed while sitting in front of unidentified house, CH323-B

The image depicts a group of men and women posing in front of an unidentified house. The group is seated and standing on a lawn, with some sitting on chairs and one woman holding an umbrella. The background consists of a wooden house with window shutters and ivy climbing up a lattice fence. A boy li...

Date: 1860-1949

Collection: Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection

GUSN: 376014

Ref. Code: PC019.001.B.CH323-B

Two women in a wooded cemetery, CH324-B

The image depicts two women walking on a path in a wooded cemetery. Numerous headstones are visible throughout the area, surrounded by tall trees and scattered foliage.

Date: 1860-1949

Collection: Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection

GUSN: 376015

Ref. Code: PC019.001.B.CH324-B

Wooded cemetery, CH325-B

The image shows a cemetery located in a wooded area. There are several gravestones of varying shapes and sizes, with some appearing as upright slabs and others as smaller monuments.

Date: 1860-1949

Collection: Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection

GUSN: 376016

Ref. Code: PC019.001.B.CH325-B

Unidentified building by a river, CH326-B

The image depicts an unidentified building situated near a river. The scene is heavily snow-covered, with bare trees surrounding the area. The building has a pitched roof topped with snow, and a small chimney is visible. The river is partially obscured by the foreground trees.

Date: 1860-1949

Collection: Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection

GUSN: 376017

Ref. Code: PC019.001.B.CH326-B

Unidentified house with women on the porch and in the window, CH327-B

The image depicts a house partially obscured by trees, with a porch extending across the front. Two women are visible on the porch and another woman can be seen through a window above. The house features decorative columns and shutters.

Date: 1860-1949

Collection: Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection

GUSN: 376018

Ref. Code: PC019.001.B.CH327-B

Woman and girl sitting on a bench outdoors, CH328-B

The image shows a woman and a girl sitting on a bench outdoors. The woman is dressed in a shawl and a long dress, while the girl is wearing a patterned dress and a hat adorned with flowers. They are surrounded by trees and grass, with a wall and building visible in the background.

Date: 1860-1949

Collection: Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection

GUSN: 376019

Ref. Code: PC019.001.B.CH328-B

Woman on the porch of an unidentified house, CH329-B

A woman stands on the porch of an unidentified house. The porch is adorned with lush plants and ornate woodwork. A shrub and pathway are visible in the foreground.

Date: 1860-1949

Collection: Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection

GUSN: 376020

Ref. Code: PC019.001.B.CH329-B

Exterior view of unidentified house, CH330-B

The image depicts an exterior view of an unidentified house. The house is partially obscured by a large tree with bare branches in the foreground. The surroundings consist of additional trees and nearby buildings in the background. The area in front of the house shows some fencing and scattered mate...

Date: 1860-1949

Collection: Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection

GUSN: 376021

Ref. Code: PC019.001.B.CH330-B

Peleg Whitman Chandler tomb, Forest Hills Cemetery, Jamaica Plain, Boston, Massachusetts, CH331-B

The image shows the tomb of Peleg Whitman Chandler in Forest Hills Cemetery in Jamaica Plain, Boston, Massachusetts. It is a substantial, rectangular monument with the name "Peleg Whitman Chandler" prominently engraved on the front. The tomb is surrounded by trees with bare branches and is set on a ...

Date: 1860-1949

Collection: Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection

GUSN: 376022

Ref. Code: PC019.001.B.CH331-B

Peleg Whitman Chandler tomb, Forest Hills Cemetery, Jamaica Plain, Boston, Massachusetts, CH332-B

The image shows the Peleg Whitman Chandler tomb located in Forest Hills Cemetery in Jamaica Plain, Boston, Massachusetts. The scene includes a large tomb structure amidst a grassy area surrounded by trees, with smaller headstones visible nearby. Flags are placed near the tomb, and the area is shaded...

Date: 1860-1949

Collection: Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection

GUSN: 376023

Ref. Code: PC019.001.B.CH332-B

Spider web in grass, CH179-A

The image shows a spider web situated on a patch of grass. The web has a textured surface and is lighter than the surrounding grass, standing out against the darker background.

Date: 1860-1949

Collection: Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection

GUSN: 376024

Ref. Code: PC019.001.A.CH179-A

Field of flowers, CH180-A

The image depicts a field of flowers, featuring numerous daisy-like blooms clustered closely together. The flowers have prominent petals and dark centers, with stems and foliage visible beneath them.

Date: 1860-1949

Collection: Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection

GUSN: 376025

Ref. Code: PC019.001.A.CH180-A

Dog with puppies, CH181-A

The image depicts a dog with several puppies gathered closely together. The adult dog is standing, while the puppies are either seated or partially hidden under it. To the left, a person's legs are visible, clad in boots. A wooden crate is visible in the background.

Date: 1860-1949

Collection: Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection

GUSN: 376026

Ref. Code: PC019.001.A.CH181-A

Stream in the woods, CH182-A

The image depicts a stream flowing through a wooded area, surrounded by rocks and foliage. Water cascades over the rocks, forming a small waterfall.

Date: 1860-1949

Collection: Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection

GUSN: 376027

Ref. Code: PC019.001.A.CH182-A

Mushrooms in the grass, CH183-A

The image shows several mushrooms in a grassy area. There are four visible mushrooms; two with their caps facing up, revealing the textured undersides, while the other two are shown at different angles.

Date: 1860-1949

Collection: Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection

GUSN: 376028

Ref. Code: PC019.001.A.CH183-A

Boats along the shoreline, house in the distance, CH333-B

The image depicts several boats along a calm shoreline. In the distance, a house is visible on the left, set against a backdrop of trees and an open field. Rocks line the foreground along the waterâs edge.

Date: 1860-1949

Collection: Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection

GUSN: 376029

Ref. Code: PC019.001.B.CH333-B

Boats along the shoreline, CH334-B

The image depicts several small boats along a rocky shoreline. A person is seated in one of the boats near the front. In the background, there is an island covered with trees and a larger boat with a mast.

Date: 1860-1949

Collection: Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection

GUSN: 376030

Ref. Code: PC019.001.B.CH334-B

Townscape on the shore, CH335-B

The image shows a small town located along a shoreline. There are several buildings, primarily houses, lining the coast. In the foreground, rocky terrain leads to calm water, where a few small boats can be seen moored or floating. The background features trees and additional structures.

Date: 1860-1949

Collection: Horace Parker Chandler photographic collection

GUSN: 376031

Ref. Code: PC019.001.B.CH335-B

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