Historic New England

Beacon Park engine house, exterior detail of roof trusses, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5881-B

The image shows the exterior of the Beacon Park engine house in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, focusing on the roof trusses. The roof is under construction, with wooden planks and scaffolding visible. Debris and wooden materials are scattered across the area.

Date: 1908-09-19

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

GUSN: 383144

Ref. Code: PC015.002.040.5881-B

Beacon Park engine house, exterior detail of roof trusses, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5882-B

The image shows the exterior detail of roof trusses at the Beacon Park engine house in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. Prominent wooden trusses are visible, and behind them, large cylindrical structures, likely gas holders, can be seen. The construction details focus on the framing and structural el...

Date: 1908-09-19

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

GUSN: 383145

Ref. Code: PC015.002.040.5882-B

Construction of Beacon Park engine house, general view and close up views of pits, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5883-B

The image shows the construction site of the Beacon Park engine house in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there are several large, rectangular pits with concrete structures. These pits appear to be part of the engine house foundation or support system. Behind the construction site,...

Date: 1908-01-28

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

GUSN: 383146

Ref. Code: PC015.002.040.5883-B

Construction of Beacon Park engine house, general view and close up views of pits, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5884-B

The image shows a construction site for the Beacon Park engine house in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible in the foreground are close-up views of the concrete pits under construction, surrounded by scattered building materials and wooden scaffolding. In the background, large gas tanks and indu...

Date: 1908-01-28

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

GUSN: 383147

Ref. Code: PC015.002.040.5884-B

Construction of Beacon Park engine house, general view and close up views of pits, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5885-B

The image shows the construction site of the Beacon Park engine house in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. It features a general view along with close-up views of the structural pits. Visible elements include concrete walls, metal pipes, wooden beams, and construction debris scattered around the site....

Date: 1908-01-28

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

GUSN: 383148

Ref. Code: PC015.002.040.5885-B

Construction of Beacon Park engine house, general view and close up views of pits, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5886-B

The image shows a construction site for the Beacon Park engine house in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. The view includes partially built structures, visible pits, and scattered construction materials. A tree is in the foreground and rail tracks run through the site. Several large pipes are supporte...

Date: 1908-01-28

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

GUSN: 383149

Ref. Code: PC015.002.040.5886-B

Construction of Beacon Park engine house, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5887-B

The image shows the construction of the Beacon Park engine house in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. There are visible scaffolding and structural frameworks, with workers on site. The layout includes a partially constructed building, surrounding machinery, and building materials scattered around the ...

Date: 1908-09-01

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

GUSN: 383150

Ref. Code: PC015.002.040.5887-B

Construction of Beacon Park engine house, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5888-B

The image shows the construction of the Beacon Park engine house in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. The structure is in progress, with scaffolding and various construction materials visible. A circular space in the foreground suggests the presence of a railway turntable, and multiple railway cars fi...

Date: 1908-09-01

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

GUSN: 383151

Ref. Code: PC015.002.040.5888-B

Beacon Park engine house roof construction, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5889-B

The image shows the construction of the roof at the Beacon Park engine house in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are large wooden beams forming the structural framework. Two workers are present on the beams, with one sitting on top of a beam. In the background, cylindrical structures, likely ...

Date: 1908-10-03

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

GUSN: 383152

Ref. Code: PC015.002.040.5889-B

Beacon Park Yard, interior view of Signal Tower #9, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5890-B

The image shows the interior of Signal Tower #9 at Beacon Park Yard in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. A row of mechanical levers is prominently displayed, which are used for operating the railway signals and switches.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383153

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.5890-B

Cottage farm engine house, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5891-B

The image shows the Cottage Farm engine house. The building is constructed from brick and features multiple large wooden doors with windows. A train engine is partially visible inside one of the open doors. A railway turntable is situated in front of the building, indicating its function for turning...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383154

Ref. Code: PC015.002.040.5891-B

View of pier after a fire, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5892-B

The image depicts the aftermath of a fire on a pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are charred remains of structures with significant damage, including collapsed and partially standing walls. Debris is scattered along the pier and some structural elements and pilings remain visible along the...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383155

Ref. Code: PC015.002.250.5892-B

Interior view of pier, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5893-B

The image shows the interior of a pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. The space features large structural beams and a high ceiling with several hanging light fixtures. Stacks of goods or bales are visible in the lower section of the pier. Walls and a stair-like structure are evident on the right sid...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383156

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.5893-B

Coaling plant, taken from across creek, North Greenbush, New York, 5894-B

The image shows a coaling plant under construction, viewed from across a creek in North Greenbush, New York. Structural frameworks are prominently visible, with workers on the site and a ladder positioned to the left. Some trees and foliage can be seen surrounding the construction area.

Date: 1899

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

GUSN: 383157

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.5894-B

Coaling plant, taken from the north, showing head house and one truss, North Greenbush, New York, 5895-B

The image depicts a partially constructed coaling plant taken from the north in North Greenbush, New York. The structure includes a head house made of a framework of beams and a large truss is visible to the right. In the foreground, there are piles of construction materials including timber and oth...

Date: 1899

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

GUSN: 383158

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.5895-B

Coaling plant, taken from the south, North Greenbush, New York, 5896-B

The image shows a coaling plant in North Greenbush, New York, viewed from the south. In the foreground, there are multiple railroad tracks curving towards the plant. The structure is supported by a framework of large metal beams, and there are trees and buildings visible in the background.

Date: 1899

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

GUSN: 383159

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.5896-B

Coaling plant, side view from the southeast, North Greenbush, New York, 5897-B

The image shows a coaling plant viewed from the southeast in North Greenbush, New York. The structure is elevated on a series of supports, with a visible pile of coal and nearby river in the foreground. Leafless trees and other industrial elements can be seen around the plant.

Date: 1899

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

GUSN: 383160

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.5897-B

Unidentified building construction, engine house in background, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 5898-B

The image depicts an unidentified building under construction, with a brick structure framing several large openings for windows or doors. Wooden braces are supporting the walls. In the background, there is an engine house visible, along with a railroad track running through the site. The location i...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383161

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.5898-B

Huntington Avenue storehouse and chimney, Boston, Massachusetts, 5899-B

The image shows a tall, industrial chimney next to a brick storehouse on Huntington Avenue in Boston, Massachusetts. Surrounding the storehouse is a construction site with various materials scattered around. In the background, there are utility poles and a large, multi-story building with mansard ro...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383162

Ref. Code: PC015.002.070.5899-B

Interior of coal pocket from the side, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 5900-B

The image depicts the interior of a coal pocket from the side. It features wooden structural elements, including beams and a ladder leaning against a vertical support. There is a piece of cloth hanging on the ladder, and the surroundings show some scattered materials on the ground. Light is visible ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383163

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.5900-B

Coal pile, side view looking west, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 5901-B

The image shows a large pile of coal behind a wooden structure, viewed from the side looking west in West Springfield, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there is a building with a chimney and open windows visible. Snow covers the ground, and power lines extend overhead, running parallel to the coal ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383164

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.5901-B

Coal pile, looking from west end, near engine house in yard, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 5902-B

The image shows a snowy rail yard in West Springfield, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there is a small building next to a pile of coal and various railcar components. Several train cars are visible on the tracks, including a car labeled "Boston & Albany." In the background, a set of power lines r...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383165

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.5902-B

Construction of freight house, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 5903-B

The image shows the construction of a freight house in West Springfield, Massachusetts. A large wooden framework is visible, supported by trusses and beams. In the background, there are two tall water towers, and various building materials are scattered on the ground below the structure.

Date: 1902

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

GUSN: 383166

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.5903-B

Railroad trestle of gas works, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5904-B

The image depicts a wooden railroad trestle at the gas works in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. The structure features a series of support beams extending over a body of water. A brick building and industrial equipment are visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383167

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.5904-B

Unidentified warehouse, south end, 5905-B

The image displays the south end of an unidentified warehouse. The structure features a tall brick facade with several windows and two large vertical sections that appear to be service shafts or elevator housings. In the foreground, there is a wooden platform with stacks of timber.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383168

Ref. Code: PC015.002.720.5905-B

General view of Walcott's mill wall, Natick, Massachusetts, 5906-B

The image shows a view of Walcott's mill wall in Natick, Massachusetts. In the background, a large multi-story building with numerous windows is visible. Workers are seen in the foreground, engaged in construction activities near loaded railcars filled with rocks and debris. A brick structure is als...

Date: 1896

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

GUSN: 383169

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.5906-B

Repair shop roof trusses, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 5907-B

The image depicts the construction of roof trusses for a repair shop in West Springfield, Massachusetts. Several workers can be seen positioned on and around the framework. A railway track runs through the center, with equipment and materials scattered around the site. The structure features brick w...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383170

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.5907-B

Machine shop, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5908-B

The image features a machine shop in Worcester, Massachusetts. It shows two large brick buildings with multiple windows, adjacent to railroad tracks. A steam locomotive is visible on the right, next to the building on the far right.

Date: 1903

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

GUSN: 383171

Ref. Code: PC015.002.640.5908-B

Interior view of South Street freight house, Boston, Massachusetts, 5909-B

The image shows the interior of the South Street freight house in Boston, Massachusetts. It features stacks of barrels, crates, and sacks neatly arranged in the space. The building's ceiling has visible wooden beams and there is a partial view of several large doors along the walls.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383172

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.5909-B

Interior view of South Street freight house (showing end), Boston, Massachusetts, 5910-B

The image shows the interior view of the South Street freight house in Boston, Massachusetts, focusing on one end. The space features a wooden truss ceiling and several windows along the brick wall, allowing light to enter. Various barrels and stacks of items are visible along with a tilted cart or ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383173

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.5910-B

Beacon Park Coaling Plant, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5911-B

The image shows the Beacon Park Coaling Plant located in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. Featured prominently is a large industrial structure with multiple supporting pillars and a central building section. In the foreground, there are railroad tracks leading towards the plant, with construction mat...

Date: 1899-05-13

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

GUSN: 383174

Ref. Code: PC015.002.030.5911-B

Beacon Park Coaling Plant, south half, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5912-B

The image shows the south half of the Beacon Park Coaling Plant in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. The structure is substantial, with visible framework and metal beams. There are industrial materials scattered in the foreground and a set of railway tracks runs toward the structure. Buildings can be ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383175

Ref. Code: PC015.002.030.5912-B

Milk shed, Framingham, Massachusetts, 5913-B

The image depicts a milk shed in Framingham, Massachusetts. Visible are railroad tracks running next to the shed, which has a tall chimney. There are stacked materials, such as wooden planks, alongside the tracks. Additional buildings and boxcars are present in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383176

Ref. Code: PC015.002.310.5913-B

Milk shed, Framingham, Massachusetts, 5914-B

The image shows a milk shed located in Framingham, Massachusetts. The structure has a shingled exterior with several closed doors and sits alongside a curved railroad track. Some loose wooden planks and materials are visible on the ground near the tracks. Several utility poles can be seen in the bac...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383177

Ref. Code: PC015.002.310.5914-B

Old enginge house, rear view, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5915-B

The image depicts the rear view of an old engine house in Worcester, Massachusetts. The structure is made of brick with several large windows, some of which are broken. There are visible train tracks leading up to the building and the roof has a gabled design with chimneys. Another similar building ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383178

Ref. Code: PC015.002.640.5915-B

Signal tower #10, Allston, Massachusetts, 5916-B

The image depicts Signal Tower #10, located in Allston, Massachusetts. The structure is two stories high, featuring multiple windows on both levels, and is situated near railroad tracks. A sign with the number "10" is above the entrance door.

Date: 1906-11-07

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

GUSN: 383179

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.5916-B

Construction of Beacon Park engine house, from roof of old engine house, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5917-B

The image shows the construction of the Beacon Park engine house in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible is a large, complex framework of scaffolding and wooden structures rising several stories high. In the foreground, there are smaller buildings and construction materials scattered around the s...

Date: 1908-09-01

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

GUSN: 383180

Ref. Code: PC015.002.040.5917-B

Engine house, showing air duct, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 5918-B

The image shows an interior view of an engine house under construction in West Springfield, Massachusetts. The partially built structure features a brick wall with multiple window openings and a wooden framework overhead. Visible on the ground are an air duct and various construction materials.

Date: 1903-10-30

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

GUSN: 383181

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.5918-B

City hospital coal pocket, Boston, Massachusetts, 5919-B

The image shows a large industrial structure identified as the City Hospital coal pocket in Boston, Massachusetts. It features a prominent tower-like building with a chimney, situated by a waterfront with wooden pilings along the shore. Several people and construction materials are visible near the ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383182

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.5919-B

Engine house, west end, from the south, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5920-B

The image shows the west end of an engine house in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from the south. The structure features multiple chimneys on the roof and a series of large doorways along the front, with visible railroad tracks leading up to the building. A few individuals are standing near the en...

Date: 1903

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

GUSN: 383183

Ref. Code: PC015.002.640.5920-B

Freight house, East Cambridge, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 5921-B

The image depicts a freight house located in East Cambridge, Cambridge. It is a brick building featuring numerous windows and a long wooden platform alongside it. The building appears to be a multi-story structure with a sloped roof and visible roof supports.

Date: 1908

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

GUSN: 383184

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.5921-B

Grand Junction Branch, view of freight house, East Cambridge, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 5922-B

The image shows a view of the freight house at the Grand Junction Branch in East Cambridge, Cambridge. On the right, there is a long brick building with several windows and doors. On the left side of the image, there are several freight train cars on tracks. In the background, there are industrial b...

Date: 1908

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

GUSN: 383185

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.5922-B

Construction of freight house, East Cambridge, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 5923-B

The image shows the construction site of a freight house in East Cambridge, Massachusetts. Visible elements include partially built brick walls with metal support structures and a large pile of bricks in the foreground. There is a temporary building with an open door, and several workers are seen on...

Date: 1908-10-31

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

GUSN: 383186

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.5923-B

Construction of freight house, East Cambridge, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 5924-B

The image depicts the construction of a freight house in East Cambridge, Cambridge, Massachusetts. Several workers are visible on scaffolding, actively involved in laying bricks and building a structure. Ladders lean against the partially constructed brick wall. In the background, a large industrial...

Date: 1908-10-31

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

GUSN: 383187

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.5924-B

Coaling station, Riverside, Newton, Massachusetts, 5925-B

The image depicts a coaling station in Riverside, Newton, Massachusetts. A wooden trestle structure supports a train or carts with a person standing on it. In the background, there are some trees and a small building alongside piles of coal or dirt. A railway track curves through the terrain in the ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383188

Ref. Code: PC015.002.430.5925-B

Freight house from street side, Ashland, Massachusetts, 5926-B

The image depicts a brick freight house located in Ashland, Massachusetts, viewed from the street side. The structure features multiple large doorways and a small staircase leading to an entrance. Two people are visible near the building, one standing at the entrance and another by the doorways. The...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383189

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.5926-B

Freight house from track side, Ashland, Massachusetts, 5927-B

The image features a brick freight house viewed from the track side in Ashland, Massachusetts. The building is positioned adjacent to railroad tracks, and there are two individuals visible; one stands near the entrance while the other is on the raised platform of the building. A utility pole is also...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383190

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.5927-B

Apple farmer with oldshoulder yoke and baskets, 6129-B

The image shows an apple farmer standing outdoors, wearing a suit and a hat. He is using an old shoulder yoke to carry two baskets. Each basket contains apples, and the landscape in the background is sparse with bare trees and rocky terrain.

Date: ca. 1900

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

GUSN: 383391

Ref. Code: PC015.002.770.6129-B

Chart showing branch line profiles, 6130-B

The image displays a detailed chart illustrating branch line profiles of a railway. It features multiple graphs that represent different branch lines, including labels such as "Grand Junction Br.," "Highland Circuit Br.," "Milford Br.," and "Ware River Br." The chart is part of the "B.B. & A.R.R." c...

Date: ca. 1900

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

GUSN: 383392

Ref. Code: PC015.002.750.6130-B

Utley Lumber Co., Ware, Massachusetts, 6131-B

The image shows the Utley Lumber Co. located in Ware, Massachusetts. The building has signage reading "UTLEY COAL & LUMBER CO." and "COAL & LUMBER CO." A horse-drawn carriage is visible in front of the building. Various stacks of materials, likely lumber, are also present, along with an open-sided s...

Date: ca. 1900

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

GUSN: 383393

Ref. Code: PC015.002.550.6131-B

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