Historic New England

Elimination of grade crossing, view of masonry taken from track 2 looking west across the river, Russell, Massachusetts, 6274-B

The image depicts a construction site for the elimination of a grade crossing, viewed from track 2 looking west across a river in Russell, Massachusetts. In the foreground, masonry work is visible, with rocks and construction materials scattered around. In the background, a few houses and trees are ...

Date: 1908-11-06

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

GUSN: 383536

Ref. Code: PC015.002.510.6274-B

Elimination of grade crossing, construction of new bridge, view looking across Westfield River toward the station, Russell, Massachusetts, 6275-B

The image shows the construction of a new bridge across the Westfield River in Russell, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there is a snow-covered landscape with a wooden fence. In the middle distance, construction elements and a bridge are visible, with several buildings beyond them. The landscape i...

Date: 1909-01-18

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

GUSN: 383537

Ref. Code: PC015.002.510.6275-B

Construction of Beacon Park Yard, Salt Creek culvert, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 6276-B

The image shows a construction site for the Salt Creek culvert at Beacon Park Yard in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. Several workers are visible, engaged in labor activities within a trench surrounded by wooden supports and scaffolding. In the background, train cars and a locomotive are visible on ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383538

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.6276-B

South side of bridge #36 showing reinforced steel work, Natick, Massachusetts, 6277-B

The image shows the construction site of bridge #36 on the south side in Natick, Massachusetts. Several workers are actively engaged in reinforcing steel work. The scene includes wooden scaffolding and formwork around the structure. A man in a suit and hat stands observing the construction, while ot...

Date: 1907-09-07

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

GUSN: 383539

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.6277-B

View of bridge #36 at lake crossing, Natick, Massachusetts, 6278-B

The image shows bridge #36 at a lake crossing in Natick, Massachusetts. A person stands on a wooden construction site near the water, while another individual stands on the embankment. Another bridge is seen in the background, with several utility poles lining the area.

Date: 1907-08-30

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

GUSN: 383540

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.6278-B

Saxonville Station, on the Saxonville Branch, Framingham, Massachusetts, 6279-B

The image shows Saxonville Station on the Saxonville Branch in Framingham, Massachusetts. The station is a small stone building with a prominent chimney and a hip roof. A man is standing near the building, and a train car is visible in the background. A young tree is planted in front of the station.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383541

Ref. Code: PC015.002.320.6279-B

Construction of Beacon Park Yard, view of turntable foundation, Cambridge Street in the background, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 6280-B

The image shows the construction site for the Beacon Park Yard's turntable foundation in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. Wooden frameworks and concrete structures are visible in the foreground. In the background, there are several residential buildings lining Cambridge Street, along with a utility p...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383542

Ref. Code: PC015.002.040.6280-B

Construction of Beacon Park Yard, concrete wall for foundation of the new engine house, Cambridge Street in the background, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 6281-B

The image depicts the construction of a concrete wall for the foundation of a new engine house at Beacon Park Yard in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. Several workers are seen operating around piles of bricks and wooden scaffolding structures. In the background, Cambridge Street is visible, lined wit...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383543

Ref. Code: PC015.002.040.6281-B

Old fashioned pile driver, 6282-B

The image shows a group of men working with an old-fashioned pile driver. The pile driver is positioned near railroad tracks, with several workers handling tools and equipment. In the background, a brick building with several windows is visible.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383544

Ref. Code: PC015.002.720.6282-B

Construction at Huntington Avenue Yard, Boston, Massachusetts, 6283-B

The image depicts a construction site at Huntington Avenue Yard, Boston, Massachusetts. In the scene, there's a large crane with cables and pulleys positioned above an excavation area. Workers are visible in the pit and nearby, and various construction materials, such as wood planks and beams, are s...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383545

Ref. Code: PC015.002.070.6283-B

Bridge and construction at Cypress Street on the Highland Branch, now known as Brookline Hills, Brookline, Massachusetts, 6284-B

The image depicts a construction site at Cypress Street on the Highland Branch, now known as Brookline Hills, in Brookline, Massachusetts. Visible are a bridge, several buildings, and a train with carriages running on a track. Numerous construction materials, including piles of bricks and pipes, are...

Date: November 1891

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

GUSN: 383546

Ref. Code: PC015.002.160.6284-B

State Line Tunnel, looking east into Massachusetts toward the Berkshires, 6392-B

The image shows a snow-covered landscape with railroad tracks running through the scene, heading east into Massachusetts toward the Berkshires. A line of trees is visible on the right, adjacent to a railcar. In the background, rolling hills can be seen, and there is a wooden fence in the foreground.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383647

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.6392-B

State Line, view from above tunnel looking east into Massachusetts and Berkshire Mountains, 6393-B

The image shows a snowy landscape viewed from above a tunnel, looking east into Massachusetts and the Berkshire Mountains. The scene includes snow-covered hills and a railway track running through the valley. Sparse trees, both leafless and evergreen, are scattered across the foreground and the moun...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383648

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.6393-B

State Line, view from above tunnel looking west into New York State, 6394-B

The image shows a snowy landscape with a railway line extending into the distance, viewed from above a tunnel. The scene looks west into New York State, with bare trees framing the foreground and hills visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383649

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.6394-B

Construction in connection with the new Union Station, looking north about Grafton Street, tower of old station in the background, Worcester, Massachusetts, 6395-B

The image depicts construction work related to the new union station near Grafton Street in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are large concrete structures amidst an excavation site. In the background, there is a tower from the old station and some wooden construction works. A few workers and stacks...

Date: ca. 1912

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

GUSN: 383650

Ref. Code: PC015.002.660.6395-B

Construction of the Green Street bridge, Worcester, Massachusetts, 6396-B

The image depicts the construction of the Green Street bridge in Worcester, Massachusetts. Several workers are visible on the bridge, which is under construction, surrounded by wooden frameworks and rail tracks. Buildings and a smokestack are seen in the background, along with various construction m...

Date: ca. 1912

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

GUSN: 383651

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.6396-B

Madison Street arch bridge, Worcester, Massachusetts, 6397-B

The image shows the Madison Street arch bridge in Worcester, Massachusetts, taken in December 1913. A horse-drawn cart is visible near a large, brick, industrial building adjacent to the bridge. The scene includes a dirt roadway and some piles of earth and gravel.

Date: December 1913

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

GUSN: 383652

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.6397-B

Harding Street bridge, Worcester, Massachusetts, 6398-B

The image depicts the Harding Street Bridge in Worcester, Massachusetts. The bridge consists of a concrete structure with an inscription of the year "1912" on it. The roadway below the bridge is visible, with a few buildings in the background. Some utility wires and a part of a large building or dom...

Date: December 1913

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

GUSN: 383653

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.6398-B

Gardner Street arch bridge, Worcester, Massachusetts, 6399-B

The image shows the Gardner Street arch bridge in Worcester, Massachusetts. The bridge spans a roadway beneath, with sidewalks and a fence on the right side. A building with windows and a circular vent is visible on the left, along with a utility pole in the foreground. Leafless trees can be seen in...

Date: December 1913

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

GUSN: 383654

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.6399-B

Construction of Southbridge Street bridge abutments, Worcester, Massachusetts, 6400-B

The image shows the construction site of the Southbridge Street bridge abutments in Worcester, Massachusetts. Several workers are present, engaged in construction activities among wooden supports and earthworks. A large building with a tower is visible in the background. There are utility poles and ...

Date: October 1911

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

GUSN: 383655

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.6400-B

Southbridge Street bridge construction, east abutment, south end, Worcester, Massachusetts, 6401-B

The image depicts the construction site of the Southbridge Street bridge at the east abutment, located at the south end in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are various construction materials, including wooden beams and metal frameworks, arranged alongside railroad tracks. Several buildings are seen...

Date: ca. 1911

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

GUSN: 383656

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.6401-B

Construction of the Southbridge Street bridge, Worcester, Massachusetts, 6402-B

The image depicts the construction of the Southbridge Street bridge in Worcester, Massachusetts. Visible are railroad tracks running beside the construction site, which features concrete structures and construction materials. A partially built bridge extends over the tracks, with buildings in the ba...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383657

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.6402-B

Plymouth Street Subway, Worcester, Massachusetts, 6403-B

The image shows the Plymouth Street Subway in Worcester, Massachusetts. A concrete tunnel with an arched entrance is visible, with utility poles and a railing on the top. A residential building with a porch is on the left, and there is snow on the ground and surrounding areas.

Date: December 1913

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

GUSN: 383658

Ref. Code: PC015.002.620.6403-B

Construction of abutments for Washington Street during grade crossing elimination project, Worcester, Massachusetts, 6404-B

The image shows the construction of abutments for Washington Street as part of a grade crossing elimination project in Worcester, Massachusetts. Several workers are visible near the partially constructed concrete structures. Railroad tracks are seen in the foreground and there are residential buildi...

Date: ca. 1910

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

GUSN: 383659

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.6404-B

Franklin Street and Harding Street bridges, Worcester, Massachusetts, 6405-B

The image depicts the Franklin Street and Harding Street bridges in Worcester, Massachusetts. The scene includes an overpass with the date "1912" inscribed on it. A utility pole and wires run along a dirt road, and a small structure with a "For Sale" sign is visible on the left. Several buildings an...

Date: December 1913

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

GUSN: 383660

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.6405-B

Two portraits of unidentified man, 6406-B

The image features two portraits of the same unidentified man. In both images, the man is dressed in a formal suit with a bow tie and has short, styled hair. The left portrait is framed in an oval shape, while the right portrait is rectangular, with a noticeable overlay pattern across the image.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383661

Ref. Code: PC015.002.770.6406-B

Covered bridge #395 on Ware River branch, Barre, Massachusetts, 6407-B

The image features covered bridge #395 spanning the frozen Ware River in Barre, Massachusetts. The wooden bridge is long and rectangular, set amidst a winter landscape with snow-covered ground and leafless trees visible in the background.

Date: 1904-02-16

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

GUSN: 383662

Ref. Code: PC015.002.060.6407-B

South approach of Everett Street bridge, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 6408-B

The image shows the south approach of the Everett Street bridge in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. The view includes a dirt road curving onto the bridge, bordered by a fence on the left. On the right, a row of multi-story buildings lines the street with utility poles and a street lamp visible. The b...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383663

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.6408-B

Construction of Everett Street bridge, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 6409-B

The image depicts the construction of the Everett Street bridge in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. It shows a partially completed truss bridge with several workers standing on the structure. The foreground is filled with construction materials and the workers are dressed in attire typical of laborer...

Date: 1892-04-16

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

GUSN: 383664

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.6409-B

Construction of Everett Street bridge, main truss of bridge being placed, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 6410-B

The image shows the construction of the Everett Street Bridge in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. The main truss of the bridge is being placed across railway tracks. Several railcars are visible on the tracks and there are construction workers present near the truss structure. Wooden supports and tel...

Date: 1892-04-16

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

GUSN: 383665

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.6410-B

Floor of Cottage Farm bridge, Boston, Massachusetts, 6411-B

The image shows the construction site of the Cottage Farm bridge in Boston, Massachusetts. The bridge's floor is visible, with a partially completed grid structure and exposed earth beneath. Construction materials such as bricks and a wheelbarrow can be seen in the background. Several buildings and ...

Date: 1896-05-23

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

GUSN: 383666

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.6411-B

Commonwealth Avenue, embankment at Cottage Farm, Boston, Massachusetts, 6412-B

The image depicts an embankment along Commonwealth Avenue at Cottage Farm in Boston, Massachusetts. It shows a rocky and uneven terrain, with a row of buildings in the background, and utility poles lining the street. Sparse vegetation and patches of grass are visible along the embankment area.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383667

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.6412-B

Cambridge Street bridge during construction, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 6413-B

The image shows the Cambridge Street bridge during its construction phase in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. The partially constructed bridge spans over a set of railroad tracks. Visible are metal and wooden frameworks of the bridge, with workers standing on the structure. A stone wall forms part of...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383668

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.6413-B

Cambridge Street bridge during construction, houses in background, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 6414-B

The image shows the Cambridge Street bridge under construction in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, several railway tracks and a small wooden structure are visible. Two workers can be seen near the tracks. Behind the construction site, houses and utility poles are present in the bac...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383669

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.6414-B

North Beacon Street bridge, Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts, 6415-B

The image shows the North Beacon Street bridge in Brighton, Boston, Massachusetts. The bridge is constructed with a steel beam spanning over a road, supported by stone abutments. There is a muddy road surface beneath the bridge and utility poles are visible in the scene.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383670

Ref. Code: PC015.002.150.6415-B

Reconstruction of masonry of bridge #84, Warren, Massachusetts, 6416-B

The image depicts a group of workers standing on a railway track beside the framework of a bridge, identified as bridge #84 in Warren, Massachusetts. The bridge structure is made of metal with visible trusses and beams, and the background features buildings and utility poles. The workers are involve...

Date: 1902

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

GUSN: 383671

Ref. Code: PC015.002.540.6416-B

Footbridge over construction while lowering tracks through town, Natick, Massachusetts, 6417-B

The image shows a wooden footbridge constructed over a construction site where tracks are being lowered through the town of Natick, Massachusetts. The bridge features stairs on both ends, allowing for pedestrian crossing above the area of construction. Buildings and utility poles can be seen in the ...

Date: ca. 1895

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

GUSN: 383672

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.6417-B

Bridge #149, showing house in background, Becket, Massachusetts, 6418-B

The image depicts Bridge #149 in Becket, Massachusetts, with a house visible in the background. The bridge features a steel truss design, and underneath, a person is standing near a stone foundation, holding a notepad. A tripod is positioned nearby, suggesting survey work or documentation.

Date: July 1903

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

GUSN: 383673

Ref. Code: PC015.002.060.6418-B

Looking north from sluice gates, Maple Grove, Adams, Massachusetts, 6419-B

The image depicts a snowy landscape looking north from sluice gates in Maple Grove, Adams, Massachusetts. In the foreground is a wooden structure associated with the sluice gates. The background features several buildings, trees without leaves, and a small body of water, possibly a canal or stream, ...

Date: 1906-01-05

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

GUSN: 383674

Ref. Code: PC015.002.010.6419-B

Bridge #409, now under the Quabbin Reservoir, North Dana, Dana, Massachusetts, 6420-B

The image depicts Bridge #409, which is now submerged under the Quabbin Reservoir in North Dana, Dana, Massachusetts. The bridge appears to be a wooden structure supported by stone piers over a small waterway. To the right, a man wearing a cap stands on an embankment near the bridge with his hands o...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383675

Ref. Code: PC015.002.370.6420-B

Chelsea Street bridge, East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts, 6421-B

The image shows the Chelsea Street Bridge in East Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are streetcar tracks running along the bridge, which is framed by telegraph poles with overhead wires. A man is standing on a stone wall to the right, while ships with tall masts are visible in the background. The surro...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383676

Ref. Code: PC015.002.290.6421-B

Bridge on Chester & Becket railroad, Chester, Massachusetts, 6422-B

The image depicts a bridge on the Chester & Becket railroad in Chester, Massachusetts. The bridge features wooden trestle construction with cross-bracing. It crosses over a stone abutment, with surrounding trees and a rocky terrain visible.

Date: 1897-06-17

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

GUSN: 383677

Ref. Code: PC015.002.190.6422-B

Tunnel on the Milford Branch, Holliston, Massachusetts, 6423-B

The image shows a railway tunnel on the Milford Branch in Holliston, Massachusetts. The tunnel is constructed with stone, and a person is standing at its entrance next to the tracks. The area above the tunnel is grassy, with a wooden fence visible along the top.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383678

Ref. Code: PC015.002.330.6423-B

Cypress Street bridge at Brookline Hills Station, Brookline, Massachusetts, 6424-B

The image shows the Cypress Street bridge at Brookline Hills Station in Brookline, Massachusetts. The bridge extends over railway tracks, with a wooden platform adjacent to the tracks. A staircase is visible on the left side, leading up to the bridge. Trees and a building are visible in the backgrou...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383679

Ref. Code: PC015.002.160.6424-B

Bridge #209 with crane, Chatham, New York, 6425-B

The image depicts Bridge #209 in Chatham, New York, under construction. A crane is prominently positioned over the railway bridge as several workers are engaged in working on the structure. Railroad tracks run along the bridge and the surrounding area includes trees and utility poles.

Date: 1910-10-20

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

GUSN: 383680

Ref. Code: PC015.002.800.6425-B

Construction of new bridge over Westfield River, group of sightseers observing the construction, Chester, Massachusetts, 6426-B

The image shows a group of people observing the construction of a new bridge over the Westfield River in Chester, Massachusetts. The scene includes a variety of structural materials and beams on the ground. A metal truss bridge is being erected and there are railroad tracks present. The surrounding ...

Date: May 1910

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

GUSN: 383681

Ref. Code: PC015.002.190.6426-B

Franklin Street bridge, Worcester, Massachusetts, 6427-B

The image shows the Franklin Street bridge in Worcester, Massachusetts. The bridge extends over a road with visible streetcar tracks. A utility pole stands on the left, and a sign for "Howard Brothers Mfg." is seen above the bridge. Leafless trees are visible in the background.

Date: December 1913

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

GUSN: 383682

Ref. Code: PC015.002.630.6427-B

Wellesley Farms railroad station, Wellesley, Massachusetts, 6428-B

The image depicts the Wellesley Farms railroad station in Wellesley, Massachusetts. A path leads through dense shrubbery and trees toward the station. The station building has a hipped roof and a vintage automobile is parked on the dirt road curving in front of it.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383683

Ref. Code: PC015.002.570.6428-B

Wellesley Farms railroad station, Wellesley, Massachusetts, 6429-B

The image shows the Wellesley Farms railroad station in Wellesley, Massachusetts. The station features a small, shingled-roof building with a sign reading "Wellesley Farms" visible on the front. There are multiple railroad tracks in the foreground and trees in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383684

Ref. Code: PC015.002.570.6429-B

Newton Lower Falls passenger station, terminal of Newton Lower Falls branch, Newton, Massachusetts, 6430-B

The image shows the Newton Lower Falls passenger station, which is the terminal of the Newton Lower Falls branch located in Newton, Massachusetts. The station building is a small structure with a sloped roof and several windows. In the background, there are trees and a partially visible train on the...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383685

Ref. Code: PC015.002.410.6430-B

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