Historic New England

Main Line, bracing for wall, south side, Newtonville, Newton, Massachusetts, 8513-B

The image shows a construction site in Newtonville, Newton, Massachusetts. Several workers are present, engaged in bracing a wooden structure along a sloped wall. Large stones and construction materials are scattered throughout the site. Visible in the background is a railroad line with multiple uti...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384286

Ref. Code: PC015.002.420.8513-B

Newton Railroad Station, during construction, Newton, Massachusetts, 8514-B

The image depicts the Newton Railroad Station under construction in Newton, Massachusetts. Several workers are standing on the roof framework of the station building, which features a stone structure with arched windows. Scaffolding supports the construction effort, and railroad tracks are visible i...

Date: 1897-04-20

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

GUSN: 384287

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.8514-B

Main Line, raising Washington Street girder, Newton, Massachusetts, 8515-B

The image depicts the process of raising a girder over Washington Street in Newton, Massachusetts. A large girder is suspended by cables, supported by a central pulley system. Below, a railway line is visible with a locomotive positioned on the tracks, surrounded by flatbed train cars carrying const...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384288

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.8515-B

Steam shovel, seen from tracks, Newton, Massachusetts, 8516-B

The image shows a steam shovel positioned on railroad tracks in Newton, Massachusetts. The steam shovel is actively loading soil into a train car. Several buildings are visible in the background and a stone retaining wall runs alongside the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384289

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.8516-B

Main Line, looking west from Walnut Street, Newtonville, Newton, Massachusetts, 8517-B

The image shows a construction site of a railway line in Newtonville, Newton, Massachusetts, looking west from Walnut Street. There is a train track with large stone blocks on a flatbed rail car. Several workers are visible, some standing near an excavation in progress. On either side of the track, ...

Date: 1897-06-14

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

GUSN: 384290

Ref. Code: PC015.002.420.8517-B

Main Line, trench for north abutment, Walnut Street, looking east, Newtonville, Newton, Massachusetts, 8518-B

The image shows a construction site in Newtonville, Newton, Massachusetts, where a trench for the north abutment on Walnut Street is being worked on. Several workers are present in the trench, which is supported by a visible iron pipe overhead. In the background, a bridge structure is visible. The v...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384291

Ref. Code: PC015.002.420.8518-B

Main Line, trench for north abutment, Walnut Street, looking west, Newtonville, Newton, Massachusetts, 8519-B

The image shows a construction site in Newtonville, Newton, Massachusetts, with a trench for the north abutment visible along Walnut Street. The view is looking west, showing the deep trench, utility poles, and a small structure in the background. There are construction materials scattered around th...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384292

Ref. Code: PC015.002.420.8519-B

Main Line, placing five foot pipe, Newton, Massachusetts, 8520-B

The image shows a construction site in Newton, Massachusetts, where workers are placing a large five-foot pipe. Several sections of pipe are visible, with one being lifted by a crane, as another worker guides it into position. The scene includes a wooden structure above and construction equipment ar...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384293

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.8520-B

Main Line, raising Highland Street girder, Newtonville, Newton, Massachusetts, 8521-B

The image shows a construction site in Newtonville, Newton, Massachusetts, where a girder for the Highland Street bridge is being raised. Several workers are present, and the scene includes stone retaining walls on either side of a railway track. Construction materials and equipment are visible arou...

Date: 1897-06-21

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

GUSN: 384294

Ref. Code: PC015.002.420.8521-B

Derricks at Putnam Street and Washington Street, West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts, 8522-B

The image shows a construction site at the intersection of Putnam Street and Washington Street in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. Several derricks are visible, along with a rail track running through the site. There are also piles of materials and workers can be seen throughout the area. Residen...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384295

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.8522-B

Summer's Block, showing sheet piling and men at work, Newton, Massachusetts, 8523-B

The image depicts a construction scene at Summer's Block in Newton, Massachusetts. Several men are shown working on a project involving sheet piling. They are standing and working on the wooden structure, with some men positioned on top of the pile and others at ground level. A brick building is vis...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384296

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.8523-B

Boden Lane, Natick, Massachusetts, 8162-B

The image depicts a landscape view of Boden Lane in Natick, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there is a grassy field. A dirt embankment is present in the middle ground with a steel truss bridge and a set of stairs on the left. Several people are standing on top of the embankment near the bridge, an...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383897

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.8162-B

Bridge #359, 8163-B

The image shows a stone bridge identified as Bridge #359. It features an arched structure made of large stone blocks. Above the arch, there appears to be a metal rail attached to the bridge. Lush vegetation surrounds the entrance to a waterway that flows beneath the bridge.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383898

Ref. Code: PC015.002.710.8163-B

Dewey Avenue bridge, Buffalo, New York, 8164-B

The image shows the construction site of the Dewey Avenue bridge in Buffalo, New York. Visible are scaffolding and rebar structures in the foreground, indicating active construction. In the background, there are several houses, trees, and utility poles lining the street. Construction equipment, incl...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383899

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.8164-B

Amherst Street bridge construction, Buffalo, New York, 8165-B

The image shows the construction of the Amherst Street bridge in Buffalo, New York. Numerous metal beams and supports are visible, forming the framework of the bridge. In the background, several houses and utility poles can be seen. Workers are present on the bridge, engaged in the construction proc...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383900

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.8165-B

Construction detail of unidentified bridge, lower bracing, 8166-B

The image shows a construction detail of an unidentified bridge focusing on its lower bracing. Various wooden beams are positioned diagonally and horizontally, providing structural support. A person is partially visible on the left side, standing among scattered rocks and debris.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383901

Ref. Code: PC015.002.720.8166-B

Bridge #70, east abutment, 8167-B

The image shows the east abutment of Bridge #70, which is constructed of large stone blocks. A steel truss bridge extends from the abutment over a body of water below. On the hillside in the background, several utility poles are seen along with trees and sparse vegetation.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383902

Ref. Code: PC015.002.710.8167-B

Bridge #70, west abutment, 8168-B

The image shows the west abutment of Bridge #70. The structure features a large stone foundation supporting a metal bridge with prominent crisscrossing beams. In the background, utility poles and buildings are visible, including one with a tower-like structure. The bridge spans over a body of water.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383903

Ref. Code: PC015.002.710.8168-B

Bridge #75, east abutment, South Spencer, Spencer, 8169-B

The image shows the east abutment of Bridge #75 in South Spencer. It features a stone structure supporting a metal truss bridge over a body of water. Utility poles and a grassy embankment are visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383904

Ref. Code: PC015.002.520.8169-B

Bridge #75, west abutment, South Spencer, Spencer, 8170-B

The image depicts Bridge #75 in South Spencer, Spencer. It prominently features the west abutment constructed of stone. The bridge reflects on the calm water below and the background shows some trees and utility poles.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383905

Ref. Code: PC015.002.520.8170-B

Bridge #75, South Spencer, Spencer, 8171-B

The image shows Bridge #75 in South Spencer, Spencer. It features a metal bridge structure with cross-bracing extending over water. There is a stone abutment supporting the bridge, and vegetation surrounds the area, including bushes and grass. A utility pole is visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383906

Ref. Code: PC015.002.520.8171-B

Bridge #75, South Spencer, Spencer, 8172-B

The image depicts Bridge #75 located in South Spencer. The bridge features a metal truss design with visible rivets and girder work. It is situated over a body of water, and dense foliage surrounds the stone bridge abutment on the right side.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383907

Ref. Code: PC015.002.520.8172-B

Bridge #75, South Spencer, Spencer, 8173-B

The image depicts the side of a bridge abutment labeled Bridge #75, located in South Spencer. The stone structure is accompanied by power poles and vegetation, and there's a body of water in the foreground. The landscape around includes sloping grassy areas and additional utility poles extending int...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383908

Ref. Code: PC015.002.520.8173-B

Bridge #75, South Spencer, Spencer, 8174-B

The image shows a section of Bridge #75 located in South Spencer, Spencer. The structure is partly visible on the right with a rocky embankment leading down to a body of water. In the background, a rural landscape includes several buildings and foliage.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383909

Ref. Code: PC015.002.520.8174-B

Giffords Crossing, looking north, Canaan, New York, 8175-B

The image shows Giffords Crossing in Canaan, New York, looking north. In the foreground, there are railroad tracks, with a dirt road extending into the distance. A house is visible on the right, surrounded by leafless trees and a fenced area. The landscape in the background includes rolling hills an...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383910

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.8175-B

Giffords Crossing, looking south, Canaan, New York, 8176-B

The image shows a rural scene at Giffords Crossing, looking south in Canaan, New York. A dirt road, lightly covered with snow, extends upward between a small wooden shed on the left and a larger house on the right. A bare tree stands near the road on the right side, with a wooden fence running along...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383911

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.8176-B

Grade crossing at station, looking north, Canaan, New York, 8177-B

The image shows a grade crossing at a railway station in Canaan, New York, looking north. Visible are multiple railroad tracks in the foreground and a "Rail Road Crossing" sign. In the background, there are several buildings, including houses and trees, with hills visible in the distance.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383912

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.8177-B

South Street, North Greenbush, New York, 8178-B

The image shows a snowy scene of South Street in North Greenbush, New York. In the foreground, there are railroad tracks running parallel to a row of small wooden structures and fenced areas. A few trees and utility poles are visible, and several houses can be seen in the background.

Date: 1903

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

GUSN: 383913

Ref. Code: PC015.002.370.8178-B

Gilbertville grade crossing, Gilbertville, Hardwick, Massachusetts, 8179-B

The image depicts the Gilbertville grade crossing in Hardwick, Massachusetts. It shows railroad tracks intersecting with a road, marked by a sign that reads "RAILROAD CROSSING" and "LOOK OUT FOR THE ENGINE." Several buildings line the road and telephone poles are visible in the background. A wooden ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383914

Ref. Code: PC015.002.300.8179-B

Bridge #195, track view looking east, East Chatham, Chatham, New York, 8180-B

The image shows a track view looking east at Bridge #195 in East Chatham, Chatham, New York. Visible are dual railroad tracks leading towards a bridge in the distance. There are small utility structures on either side of the tracks, and utility poles with power lines run parallel to the tracks. Tree...

Date: June 1903

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

GUSN: 383915

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.8180-B

Cady's West Crossing, looking north, East Chatham, Chatham, New York, 8181-B

The image shows a rural railway crossing at Cady's West Crossing in East Chatham, Chatham, New York. The scene looks north and features a snow-dusted dirt road running parallel to some railway tracks, with two individuals standing near the road. There are leafless trees along a wooden fence and a ba...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383916

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.8181-B

Cady's East Crossing, looking south, East Chatham, Chatham, New York, 8182-B

The image shows Cady's East Crossing in East Chatham, New York, looking south. Visible are railroad tracks in the foreground with a "Rail Road Crossing" sign overhead. In the background, there is a large house with chimneys and an adjacent barn-like structure. The area is bordered by fences and tree...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383917

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.8182-B

Cady's East Crossing, looking north, East Chatham, Chatham, New York, 8183-B

The image depicts a rural landscape identified as Cady's East Crossing in East Chatham, Chatham, New York. A dirt road extends into the distance, flanked by trees and a wooden fence on the right. There is a railroad crossing in the foreground and a utility pole stands to the left of the path.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383918

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.8183-B

Percy's Crossing, looking south, East Chatham, Chatham, New York, 8184-B

The image depicts a rural scene at Percy's Crossing in East Chatham, New York. In the foreground, railroad tracks cross a dirt road. A "LOOK" sign is visible on a pole beside the tracks. The road curves gently upward through a landscape of bare trees, fields, and scattered patches of snow, leading t...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383919

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.8184-B

Percy's Crossing, looking north, East Chatham, Chatham, New York, 8185-B

The image shows a rural landscape with railroad tracks in the foreground. Behind the tracks is a bridge crossing a river. A road extends upward through a field toward a building at the top of the hill, surrounded by trees and a fence.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383920

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.8185-B

Percy's Crossing, looking north, East Chatham, Chatham, New York, 8186-B

The image depicts Percy's Crossing in East Chatham, Chatham, New York, looking north. It features a wooden bridge with metal railings crossing over a set of railroad tracks. There is a sign with the words "LOOK OUT" visible on a pole to the left. The surrounding landscape is open with rolling fields...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383921

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.8186-B

Boylston Street bridge during construction, looking west, demolished to make way for Massachusetts Turnpike, Boston, Massachusetts, 8187-B

The image shows the Boylston Street bridge under construction, looking westward. It features railway tracks in the foreground, with the partially completed bridge structure extending over the tracks. Nearby buildings have visible signage, including "London Sales Agency" and "Horse Clipping." The bri...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383922

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.8187-B

Basket Street, looking north from Main Street crossing, Huntington, Massachusetts, 8188-B

The image depicts Basket Street in Huntington, Massachusetts, looking north from the Main Street crossing. Visible are railroad tracks running diagonally across the foreground and a small building with various advertisements posted on it to the left. Trees and foliage surround the area, and there is...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383923

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.8188-B

Main Street crossing, looking south, bridge in the background spanning the Westfield River, Huntington, Massachusetts, 8189-B

The image depicts Main Street crossing in Huntington, Massachusetts, looking south. In the background is a bridge spanning the Westfield River. A railroad crossing sign is present, and a wooden building with a storefront is visible on the left. Several people are sitting outside this building near t...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383924

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.8189-B

Main Street crossing, looking north, Huntington, Massachusetts, 8190-B

The image depicts a view of Main Street crossing looking north in Huntington, Massachusetts. In the foreground, railroad tracks intersect the dirt road, with a "Railroad Crossing" sign visible. On the left, a house is partially visible behind trees, while on the right, a large house sits slightly up...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383925

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.8190-B

Russell Street crossing, looking north, Huntington, Massachusetts, 8191-B

The image depicts the Russell Street railroad crossing in Huntington, Massachusetts, looking north. In the foreground, railroad tracks run diagonally from left to right across the image. A "Railroad Crossing" sign is mounted on a pole, accompanied by a smaller sign that reads "Look Out for Engine." ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383926

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.8191-B

Main Street crossing, looking north, Ashland, Massachusetts, 8192-B

The image depicts Main Street crossing, looking north in Ashland, Massachusetts. The scene shows a small gazebo in front of several buildings, including a multi-storey structure on the right with visible shopfronts and windows. Trees are visible in the foreground and background, and the ground is co...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383927

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.8192-B

Main Street crossing, looking north, Ashland, Massachusetts, 8193-B

The image shows Main Street crossing in Ashland, Massachusetts, looking north. It features a snow-covered street with large, leafless trees lining both sides. Buildings are visible along the street, including a prominent two-story structure with a porch and a sign on one side. The street is quiet, w...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383928

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.8193-B

North of tracks, west of Church Street, Hinsdale, Massachusetts, 8194-B

The image depicts a view north of the tracks, west of Church Street in Hinsdale, Massachusetts. In the foreground are railroad tracks, with a grassy area and a tripod set up nearby. Behind a wooden fence, there is a partially visible advertisement with the words "Sarsaparilla CURES." Houses and tree...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383929

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.8194-B

Freight house crossing, north and south of tracks, Brookline, Massachusetts, 8195-B

The image depicts a freight house and a railroad crossing in Brookline, Massachusetts. The crossing is marked by signs that read "Railroad Crossing" and the area features a dirt road running north and south of the tracks. Several utility poles and wooden fences are visible in the landscape, with hou...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383930

Ref. Code: PC015.002.160.8195-B

Edward's Park crossing, looking north, 8196-B

The image shows a railroad crossing with tracks in the foreground. A dirt path runs alongside the tracks, bordered by wooden fences and a utility pole with a "Railroad Crossing" sign. In the background, there are trees and a slight hill, with some snow visible on the ground.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383931

Ref. Code: PC015.002.740.8196-B

Lee's crossing, looking south, Westfield, Massachusetts, 8197-B

The image shows a view of Lee's Crossing in Westfield, Massachusetts, looking south. In the foreground, there are visible railroad tracks crossing a dirt road. To the left, a fence runs alongside a field, and a sign is present, with "LOOK OUT" visible. In the background, a lone tree is situated in a...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383932

Ref. Code: PC015.002.540.8197-B

Somerville Avenue, joint crossing of Boston & Maine and Grand Junction Branch, looking west, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 8198-B

The image depicts the joint crossing of the Boston & Maine and Grand Junction Branch railroads on Somerville Avenue in Cambridge, Massachusetts, looking west. Multiple railway tracks are visible, running through an urban setting with industrial buildings, utility poles, and a distant bridge. A "Rail...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383933

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.8198-B

Milk shed by tracks, Framingham, Massachusetts, 8199-B

The image depicts railroad tracks leading alongside a wooden structure identified as a milk shed in Framingham, Massachusetts. Several boxcars are visible in the background, with markings that include "Boston" and "Lake Erie & Western." Piles of lumber are situated near the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383934

Ref. Code: PC015.002.320.8199-B

Unidentified railroad crossing, Niverville, Kinderhook, New York, 8200-B

The image shows an unidentified railroad crossing in Niverville, Kinderhook, New York. A signpost with "Railroad Crossing" and "Look Out for the Engine" is visible near a business selling bicycles. Several train tracks intersect the dirt road, and there are trees and utility poles in the area. A par...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383935

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.8200-B

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