Historic New England

Parlor car #2125, taken at Back Bay Yard (Exeter Street Yard), Boston, Massachusetts, 5721-B

The image depicts parlor car #2125 at Back Bay Yard (Exeter Street Yard), Boston, Massachusetts. The car features decorative elements above its windows and is positioned on train tracks. The words "NEW YORK" "NEW HAVEN" and "PARLOR CAR" are visible on the side of the car.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382986

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5721-B

Parlor car #2125, taken at Back Bay Yard (Exeter Street Yard), Boston, Massachusetts, 5722-B

The image shows Parlor Car #2125 at Back Bay Yard (Exeter Street Yard) in Boston, Massachusetts. The train car is on a railway track, featuring ornate ironwork on the end platform and several windows along its side. A utility pole with wires is visible nearby and another train car is partially visib...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382987

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5722-B

The Better Farming Special Train with Mr. Butterfield, 5723-B

The image shows a man standing in front of a train car marked with the number "45." He is wearing a suit, bowler hat, and has a ribbon on his lapel. The train is identified as part of the "Better Farming Special Train."

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382988

Ref. Code: PC015.002.700.5723-B

Old passenger coach used on the Ware River Railroad, Winchendon, Massachusetts, 5724-B

The image shows an old passenger coach used on the Ware River Railroad, located in Winchendon, Massachusetts. The coach is situated on railway tracks and features multiple windows along its side, with steps and a platform visible at one end.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382989

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5724-B

Interior of railway mail car, 5725-B

The image depicts the interior of a railway mail car associated with the Boston and Albany Railroad. The space is equipped with numerous sorting slots and shelves lining the walls for mail organization. Hanging mailbags and an open mailbag labeled "U.S. Mail" are visible. The ceiling features two ha...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382990

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5725-B

Platform of passenger coach #258 (old commuter car), 5726-B

The image shows the platform of passenger coach #258, an old commuter car. The platform features a set of metal steps and safety railings. A wheel mechanism and chains are also visible, indicating elements of the train's coupling and braking systems. Another train car is seen in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382991

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5726-B

Baggage car #782, Boston yards, Boston, Massachusetts, 5727-B

The image depicts baggage car #782 situated in the Boston yards, Boston, Massachusetts. The car is positioned on railroad tracks amidst a snowy ground and the background shows industrial structures and partially visible trains.

Date: 1904-01-14

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

GUSN: 382992

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5727-B

Mail car #2146 in Boston yard, Boston, Massachusetts, 5728-B

The image shows Mail Car #2146 situated in a rail yard in Boston, Massachusetts. The car is a long, slightly curved rail vehicle with a prominent wheel on one end. The front door is visible, along with several windows along the side of the car. The ground surrounding the tracks is covered with snow ...

Date: 1904-01-14

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

GUSN: 382993

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5728-B

Passenger coach #1303, 5729-B

The image features passenger coach #1303. The coach is part of the New York Central and Hudson River Railroad. It is situated on a snow-covered railway track, with another coach partially visible behind it. Steps are shown leading up to the entrance of the coach.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382994

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5729-B

Stair details of passenger coach #91, taken at Exeter Street Yard, Boston, Massachusetts, 5730-B

The image shows the stair details of passenger coach #91. The stairs consist of several narrow steps leading up to the coach entrance. A railing is visible alongside the steps. The coach is located at Exeter Street Yard in Boston, Massachusetts, with parts of adjacent train components also visible, ...

Date: 1905-05-04

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

GUSN: 382995

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5730-B

Interior view of passenger coach #379, 5731-B

The image shows the interior of passenger coach #379. Visible are upholstered seats positioned next to large windows with shades partially drawn. Above the seats, a storage rack with a netting is mounted under the ceiling. The structure is predominantly wooden with visible detailing around the windo...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382996

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.5731-B

View of railroad tracks, Wellesley Station in the background under a bridge, Wellesley, Massachusetts, 5463-B

The image shows railroad tracks extending into the distance with Wellesley Station visible under a bridge. The scene is framed by rocky terrain on the left and telegraph poles lining both sides of the tracks. The bridge crosses over the tracks, and there are structures and a few trees in the backgro...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382747

Ref. Code: PC015.002.570.5463-B

Looking east along tracks from Austerlitz Street, Chatham, New York, 5464-B

A view looking east along railroad tracks from Austerlitz Street in Chatham, New York. The image shows tracks curving into the distance, bordered by vegetation and some buildings. A utility pole with wires and a sign is visible on the left side.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382748

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.5464-B

View of man standing on railroad tracks in the Berkshire Mountains, looking west, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 5465-B

A man is standing on railroad tracks in a mountainous area of the Berkshire Mountains in Middlefield, Massachusetts, looking toward the west. The surrounding landscape includes sparsely wooded hills and rugged terrain. The tracks stretch into the distance, flanked by signaling equipment and a river ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382749

Ref. Code: PC015.002.360.5465-B

Bridge #135, east of Middlefield near Chester, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 5466-B

The image depicts Bridge #135, located east of Middlefield near Chester, Massachusetts. A railroad track curves to the left, and a person stands near the edge of the track, possibly conducting measurements. To the right, a river flows between dense vegetation and rocky banks. A telegraph pole is als...

Date: 1904-08-25

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

GUSN: 382750

Ref. Code: PC015.002.350.5466-B

View of Hudson Avenue, Chatham, New York, 5467-B

The image shows a view of Hudson Avenue in Chatham, New York. There is an unpaved road running parallel to a set of railroad tracks, separated by a sidewalk. On the left side, utility poles with multiple wires and signs line the street, while trees and residential buildings are visible in the backgr...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382751

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.5467-B

View of Hudson Avenue, Chatham, New York, 5468-B

The image depicts a view of Hudson Avenue in Chatham, New York. It features a wide, unpaved road lined with trees on both sides. On the right side of the road, several houses can be seen, including a prominent two-story house with a porch. Utility poles are also visible along the road. In the foregr...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382752

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.5468-B

Grand Junction Branch, view of oil works, Cambridge, Massachusetts, 5469-B

The image depicts the Grand Junction Branch railroad tracks in Cambridge, Massachusetts, leading towards an industrial area identified as oil works. There are fenced areas on both sides of the tracks, with buildings to the left and a visible freight car marked "B&A" positioned alongside. Utility pol...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382753

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.5469-B

Bulkhead at east end of old stock yard in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 5470-B

The image shows a bulkhead made of large wooden timbers at the east end of an old stock yard in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. A railroad track runs alongside the bulkhead and a rail car is visible on the track. There are utility poles along the track and a large building is seen in the background...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382754

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.5470-B

Boylston Street, north of tracks, Newton Highlands, Newton, Massachusetts, 5471-B

The image depicts a snow-covered railroad area on Boylston Street, north of the tracks in Newton Highlands, Newton, Massachusetts. Visible are train tracks crossing the road, a small building near the tracks, utility poles, and a railroad crossing sign that reads "RAILROAD CROSSING" and "LOOK OUT FO...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382755

Ref. Code: PC015.002.400.5471-B

Fitzgerald's Crossing, 5472-B

The image depicts a rural scene known as Fitzgerald's Crossing. A dirt road leads over a railway track, flanked by wooden fences and triangular warning signs. The landscape features grassy fields and scattered trees in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382756

Ref. Code: PC015.002.740.5472-B

Fitzgerald's Crossing, 5473-B

The image depicts a rural crossing with a dirt road flanked by wooden fences and rail tracks. A sign reads "MENNEN'S BORATED TALCUM TOILET POWDER FOR THE SKIN." The area is surrounded by grassy fields and trees.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382757

Ref. Code: PC015.002.740.5473-B

From St. James Street, looking west, 5474-B

The image depicts a view from railroad tracks on St. James Street, looking west. The tracks run straight into the distance, flanked by wooden fences and utility poles on both sides. Buildings and trees are visible along the street.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382758

Ref. Code: PC015.002.740.5474-B

View along tracks from unidentified bridge, 5475-B

The image provides a view along multiple railroad tracks from an unidentified bridge. There are several parallel tracks visible, extending into the distance. To the right of the tracks, there are freight cars and piles of materials. On the left, a fence and utility poles are visible, with trees and ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382759

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.5475-B

Bridge #218, position c, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 5476-B

The image depicts Bridge #218, positioned over a set of railroad tracks in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The bridge is constructed of wood and stone and is surrounded by grassy embankments. Telephone poles are visible on both sides of the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382760

Ref. Code: PC015.002.470.5476-B

Railroad tracks in the Berkshire Mountains, near Fairfield Brook, Massachusetts, 5477-B

The image depicts railroad tracks running through a mountainous landscape in the Berkshire Mountains near Fairfield Brook, Massachusetts. The tracks are flanked by a large rock face on the right and a wooded area on the left.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382761

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.5477-B

Railroad tracks in the Berkshire Mountains, near Fairfield Brook, Massachusetts, 5478-B

The image shows railroad tracks winding through a wooded area in the Berkshire Mountains near Fairfield Brook, Massachusetts. The tracks are flanked by trees and vegetation, with utility poles lining one side of the railway.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382762

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.5478-B

Row of freight cars and depot, Three Rivers, Palmer, Massachusetts, 5479-B

The image shows a row of freight cars on railroad tracks next to a two-story depot building in Three Rivers, Palmer, Massachusetts. A sign on the depot reads "Telegraph" and a person is standing near the entrance. The freight cars are marked with "F.B.R.Y 1636" visible on the rear. The setting inclu...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382763

Ref. Code: PC015.002.520.5479-B

Railroad crossing, Three Rivers, Palmer, Massachusetts, 5480-B

The image depicts a railroad crossing in Three Rivers, Palmer, Massachusetts. Two wooden utility poles support a sign reading "RAILROAD CROSSING" and "LOOK OUT FOR THE ENGINE." The foreground shows railroad tracks crossing a dirt road, and there are two houses nearby, one with vertical siding and sh...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382764

Ref. Code: PC015.002.520.5480-B

Sumner Road Bridge, 5481-B

The image depicts the Sumner Road Bridge. A railroad track runs beneath the bridge, which is constructed with stone abutments and metal railings. A tunnel is visible to the right and a utility pole stands in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382765

Ref. Code: PC015.002.710.5481-B

Beacon Park Yard, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5482-B

The image depicts Beacon Park Yard in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. It features a complex network of rail tracks leading into the distance, with various rail yard buildings present. On the left side, residential houses are visible along with utility poles.

Date: 1898-01-13

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

GUSN: 382766

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.5482-B

Langley Road Crossing on the Highland Branch, Newton Center, Newton, Massachusetts, 5483-B

The image depicts Langley Road Crossing on the Highland Branch in Newton Center, Massachusetts. Visible are railroad tracks crossing at an intersection, with a sign on the right labeled "Langley Road." The area is surrounded by trees and a house is visible on the left. There is a sidewalk running al...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382767

Ref. Code: PC015.002.460.5483-B

View along railroad tracks west of bridge #67, looking west, 5484-B

The image shows a view along railroad tracks looking west, with the tracks running through a cut between sloped, rocky embankments. There are telegraph poles evenly spaced on both sides of the tracks, with some sparse vegetation and trees along the embankments.

Date: 1908-05-18

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

GUSN: 382768

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.5484-B

View along railroad tracks, Westfield, Massachusetts, 5485-B

The image shows railroad tracks extending into the distance in Westfield, Massachusetts. On the right side, there is a row of trees adjacent to a fenced area. The landscape is rural with open fields visible along the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382769

Ref. Code: PC015.002.540.5485-B

Curtis Street on Grand Junction Branch, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5486-B

The image depicts a view of railroad tracks on Curtis Street, part of the Grand Junction Branch in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are several sets of train tracks, some turning to the left towards a large hill and others continuing straight with a signal post alongside. On the left, bui...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382770

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.5486-B

Newton Highlands, on the Highland Branch, Newton, Massachusetts, 5487-B

The image depicts a section of railway tracks on the Highland Branch in Newton Highlands, Newton, Massachusetts. The tracks curve slightly to the right, bordered by trees, a wooden fence on the left, and a house with a wooden fence on the right. The ground beside the tracks is clear and there are ut...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382771

Ref. Code: PC015.002.400.5487-B

Lake Crossing, between Wellesley and Natick, Wellesley, Massachusetts, 5488-B

The image depicts a railroad crossing at Lake Crossing, between Wellesley and Natick in Wellesley, Massachusetts. The scene shows two sets of railroad tracks running through a rural area, flanked by utility poles and trees on either side. A fence and stone wall can be seen on the left, running paral...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382772

Ref. Code: PC015.002.570.5488-B

Main line of Boston and Albany Railroad between Westborough and North Grafton, small tool shed on left, Westborough, Massachusetts, 5489-B

The image shows the main line of the Boston and Albany Railroad between Westborough and North Grafton, Massachusetts. Two parallel railway tracks curve gently to the left. On the left side of the tracks stands a small tool shed, and utility poles run along the tracks. Sparse trees and bushes are vis...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382773

Ref. Code: PC015.002.580.5489-B

At 23rd mile post 1.5 miles west of Framingham Station, Framingham, Massachusetts, 5490-B

The image shows a section of railway tracks running alongside a fence and telegraph poles. The tracks curve gently to the right and there is a grassy area with some bushes on the left. In the background, a body of water and a landscape with trees are visible.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382774

Ref. Code: PC015.002.310.5490-B

At 23rd mile post just west of Framingham Station, Framingham, Massachusetts, 5491-B

The image depicts railroad tracks running through a landscape near the 23rd mile post, just west of Framingham Station in Framingham, Massachusetts. The tracks curve gently to the left, bordered by a stone retaining wall and a line of utility poles. In the background, thin trees and shrubs are visib...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382775

Ref. Code: PC015.002.310.5491-B

Milford Branch looking south, coal pockets on left, Milford, Massachusetts, 5492-B

The image depicts a railway track of the Milford Branch looking southward in Milford, Massachusetts. Visible on the left side are several coal pockets. The track runs through a landscape featuring grassy areas and a few trees, with a wooden structure alongside the tracks. A rail crossing signpost is...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382776

Ref. Code: PC015.002.340.5492-B

New York, New Haven, and Hartford railroad tracks, looking east, South End, Boston, Massachusetts, 5493-B

The image depicts railroad tracks of the New York, New Haven, and Hartford Railroad looking east in the South End of Boston, Massachusetts. There are multiple sets of tracks running parallel through the scene. On the left, a high stone retaining wall lines the railway, while buildings are visible in...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382777

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.5493-B

Wellesley Farms, looking east toward Riverside by Boston mile post #12, Wellesley, Massachusetts, 5494-B

The image shows railroad tracks at Wellesley Farms, looking east toward Riverside near the Boston mile post #12 in Wellesley, Massachusetts. Multiple sets of tracks curve off into the distance, flanked by telegraph poles and trees. A mile post with "B 12" is visible on the left side of the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382778

Ref. Code: PC015.002.570.5494-B

Cambridge Street bridge from top, east wing, north abutment, Boston, Massachusetts, 5495-B

The image shows a man standing on the Cambridge Street bridge, specifically on the north abutment viewed from the top of the east wing in Boston, Massachusetts. The area surrounding him includes a grassy field with scattered trees and a set of railroad tracks, accompanied by telephone poles and resi...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382779

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.5495-B

Beacon Park Yard, taken from Cambridge Street bridge, looking east, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5496-B

The image shows Beacon Park Yard from the Cambridge Street bridge, looking east in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. Several railroad tracks stretch into the distance, with utility poles lining one side. Workers are visible on the tracks, along with a collection of buildings and trees in the backgroun...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382780

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.5496-B

Beacon Park Yard, taken from Cambridge Street bridge, looking east, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 5497-B

The image shows Beacon Park Yard in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, looking east from the Cambridge Street bridge. Multiple train tracks are visible, along with several telegraph poles lining the right side. In the background, there are residential houses and trees visible along the left side. A few...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382781

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.5497-B

Scene along the Westfield River, near mile post #125, Russell, Massachusetts, 5498-B

The image depicts a snowy landscape along the Westfield River near mile post #125 in Russell, Massachusetts. The river is partially frozen, and the surrounding area features hills covered with trees. A few structures are visible in the distance, nestled among the trees.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382782

Ref. Code: PC015.002.510.5498-B

Small railroad station, probably along the Milford Branch, 5499-B

The image depicts a small railroad station, possibly along the Milford Branch. Visible elements include train tracks running through the center, a small building beside the tracks, and stacks of lumber on the left side. The surrounding area features grassy terrain and hills in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382783

Ref. Code: PC015.002.720.5499-B

Railroad crossing, probably along the Milford Branch, 5500-B

The image depicts a railroad crossing, likely along the Milford Branch. Visible are train tracks covered in snow, extending into the distance. On the left, a portion of a railcar with visible text is seen. There is a small building to the right and several utility poles alongside the tracks. In the ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382784

Ref. Code: PC015.002.740.5500-B

40 ton crane in Kneeland Street Yard, Boston, Massachusetts, 5501-B

The image shows a 40-ton crane operating in the Kneeland Street Yard in Boston, Massachusetts. The crane is situated above railway tracks and is lifting a large freight car. A small wooden structure is visible on the left and several people are seen around the equipment. On the right, a horse-drawn ...

Date: 1910-08-17

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

GUSN: 382785

Ref. Code: PC015.002.100.5501-B

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