Historic New England

Burned out area after fire, piers 2 and 3, from car near warehouse, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10476-B

The image depicts a burned out area in East Boston, Massachusetts, showing the aftermath of a fire near piers 2 and 3. Visible are charred debris, collapsed structures, and utility poles amidst the destruction. Railway tracks and a portion of a warehouse or building are also present in the scene.

Date: 1908-07-25

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

GUSN: 382244

Ref. Code: PC015.002.250.10476-B

Burned out area after fire, head of dock 2 taken from pier 1, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10477-B

The image shows a burned-out area at the head of dock 2, viewed from pier 1 in East Boston, Massachusetts. The scene includes charred timber and debris scattered across the dock area, with the harbor visible in the background. Structures in the distance are faintly visible through the haze.

Date: 1908-07-25

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

GUSN: 382245

Ref. Code: PC015.002.250.10477-B

Burned out area, pier 3 (elevator) from pier 2 after fire that demolished piers, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10478-B

The image shows a section of a burned-out area at pier 3, viewed from pier 2, in East Boston, Massachusetts. The remains of the structure are visible, with charred ruins and debris lining the waterfront. The dock is supported by pilings, which appear damaged following the fire that demolished the pi...

Date: 1908-07-25

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

GUSN: 382246

Ref. Code: PC015.002.250.10478-B

View of pier 4 from pier 3, the burned area after pier fires looking east, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10479-B

The image shows Pier 4 from the vantage point of Pier 3 in East Boston, Massachusetts, looking east. The foreground contains debris and charred remnants of the pier structure. In the background, structures and buildings on the waterfront are visible.

Date: 1908-06-18

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

GUSN: 382247

Ref. Code: PC015.002.250.10479-B

Hard pine piles used in construction of piers, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10480-B

The image shows a pile of cut logs, identified as hard pine piles, which are being used in the construction of piers. The logs are stacked in an outdoor area, and there are some buildings visible in the background, located in East Boston, Massachusetts.

Date: 1909-02-22

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

GUSN: 382248

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.10480-B

Hard pine piles used in construction of piers, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10481-B

The image shows a collection of hard pine piles intended for use in the construction of piers in East Boston, Massachusetts. The logs are laid out on the ground, with a person sitting on one of them. Industrial structures can be seen in the background.

Date: 1909-02-22

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

GUSN: 382249

Ref. Code: PC015.002.280.10481-B

Rebuilding of the Cunard Line pier in harbor after fire demolished piers, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10482-B

The image shows the reconstruction of the Cunard Line pier in the harbor at East Boston, Massachusetts, following a fire that destroyed the original piers. In the foreground, a structure of pilings and framework is visible, with various construction equipment present. The backdrop includes the harbo...

Date: 1909-01-20

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

GUSN: 382250

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.10482-B

Clyde Street pier, showing stone sloop, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10483-B

The image shows Clyde Street pier in East Boston, Massachusetts, with a stone sloop docked at the pier. In the background, there are large warehouse buildings and various materials and cargo are visible along the waterfront.

Date: 1906-11-08

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

GUSN: 382251

Ref. Code: PC015.002.220.10483-B

Clyde Street Pier, sloop loading stone, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10484-B

The image shows a sloop at Clyde Street Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts, engaged in loading stone. The pier is lined with piles of stone and timber, and several industrial buildings are visible in the background. The sloop's sails are not raised and the mast is prominent in the foreground.

Date: 1906-10-03

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

GUSN: 382252

Ref. Code: PC015.002.220.10484-B

Clyde Street Pier, driving pershores at end, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10485-B

The image shows Clyde Street Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. Several workers are visible at the end of the pier, which features a building with open bays. In the foreground, a barge with cranes is positioned near the pier.

Date: 1907-08-16

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

GUSN: 382253

Ref. Code: PC015.002.220.10485-B

Wall at head of dock 2, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10486-B

The image shows a construction site at the head of Dock 2 in East Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there is a pile of stones and roughly constructed walls. In the background, a crane and poles are visible, along with industrial structures. Several workers are engaged in construction activit...

Date: 1901

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

GUSN: 382254

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.10486-B

Cunard Line Pier before fire in 1908, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10487-B

The image shows the Cunard Line Pier in East Boston, Boston, Massachusetts before a fire occurred in 1908. A large ship is docked at the pier, and a smaller boat is visible in the water nearby. A building can be seen adjacent to the pier and a man in uniform stands on the wooden walkway beside the w...

Date: ca. 1908

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

GUSN: 382255

Ref. Code: PC015.002.230.10487-B

Interior of Leyland Line Pier, East boston, Boston, Mass., 10488-B

The image shows the interior of the Leyland Line Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. The spacious area features a wooden floor and structural beams overhead. There are stacks of bales or sacks lined up along the sides, with some marked with letters.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382256

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.10488-B

Interior of Leyland Line Pier, East boston, Boston, Mass., 10489-B

The image shows the interior of the Leyland Line Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. It features industrial elements such as beams and columns, with a series of train cars or containers on the left. Piles of burlap sacks or similar materials are stacked in the center of the space. A ladder is visibl...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382257

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.10489-B

Interior of Leyland Line Pier, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10490-B

The image depicts the interior of the Leyland Line Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. It features a part of a brick wall, a large sliding door, and a wooden panel structure.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382258

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.10490-B

Interior of Leyland Line Pier, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10491-B

The image depicts the interior of the Leyland Line Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. The space is large and open, featuring tall columns and visible supporting structures along with a high ceiling. Two railroad boxcars are visible, one with the word "ERIE" and another that reads "New York New Have...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382259

Ref. Code: PC015.002.260.10491-B

Eastern Pier E.B. interior, East Boston, Boston, Mass., 10492-B

The image depicts the interior of Eastern Pier E.B. in East Boston, Massachusetts. Stacks of wooden planks are piled in the foreground, and bags or sacks are seen in the background. A horse-drawn cart is visible to the left side of the image, underneath a large, roofed structure supported by beams.

Date: 1908-10-31

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

GUSN: 382260

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.10492-B

Eastern Pier E.B., East Boston, Mass., 10493-B

The image shows a view of Eastern Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. In the foreground, several barrels are scattered across a dirt area. There are people visible near the barrels and a large industrial building labeled "No 1" in the background. Horse-drawn carts and other vehicles are also present...

Date: 1908-10-31

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

GUSN: 382261

Ref. Code: PC015.002.270.10493-B

Foundation pit, north abutment of Putnam Street bridge, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10494-B

The image shows the foundation pit of the north abutment of Putnam Street bridge in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. Visible are wooden beams and structures supporting the sides of the pit, along with scattered rocks and some water at the bottom. The area surrounding the pit shows construction ma...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382262

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10494-B

Margin Street wall, cross section in rock, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10495-B

The image depicts a person standing next to a cross section of a rock wall on Margin Street in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. The wall is constructed of large, rough stones, and there are piles of rocks and rubble visible around the person.

Date: 1897-02-05

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

GUSN: 382263

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10495-B

Margin Street wall, west of Putnam Street, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10496-B

The image shows a stone retaining wall located on Margin Street, west of Putnam Street in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. The wall is composed of large, irregularly shaped stones fitted together. Above the wall, there is a wooden fence with vertical slats. In the foreground, there are train trac...

Date: 1897-01-06

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

GUSN: 382264

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10496-B

Margin Street wall, west of Putnam Street, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10497-B

The image shows a stone wall on Margin Street in West Newton, Massachusetts, located west of Putnam Street. In front of the wall, there are railroad tracks and some scattered construction materials or debris. The wall has a fence on top and is made of large, rectangular stone blocks.

Date: 1897-01-01

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

GUSN: 382265

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10497-B

Construction of wall, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10498-B

The image depicts the construction of a stone wall in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. Several workers are visible positioning large stone blocks into place along the wall. In the background, residential houses and a wooden fence are present. There are construction materials, such as barrels and ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382266

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10498-B

Looking west from Putnam Street, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10499-B

The image depicts a view looking west from Putnam Street in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. A railway track passes under a bridge with a stone retaining wall on either side. There are large stones and construction materials scattered along the sides of the tracks. A person stands near the track ...

Date: 1897-04-23

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

GUSN: 382267

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10499-B

Saint James Street, ledge from east before lowering of tracks began, Newton, Mass., 10500-B

The image shows a railway area in Newton, Massachusetts, on Saint James Street, before the lowering of tracks began. Several railroad tracks run horizontally across the lower portion of the image. There are a few men along the ledge near the tracks, with a backdrop of trees and residential buildings...

Date: 1896

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

GUSN: 382268

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10500-B

Magolez building, beside tracks, Newton, Mass., 10501-B

The image shows the Magolez building situated next to railway tracks in Newton, Massachusetts. The building is adjacent to multiple sets of parallel train tracks. Several other modest buildings and houses are visible in the background along with bare trees and a utility pole.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382269

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10501-B

Wall between Washington and Center Streets, southside of railroad, Newton, Mass., 10502-B

The image depicts a construction site along the wall between Washington and Center Streets, on the south side of the railroad in Newton, Massachusetts. Wooden beams and supports are visible, along with a worker standing on the structure. Buildings are seen in the background.

Date: 1896-12-19

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

GUSN: 382270

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10502-B

Richardson Street Bridge, north abutment, east end, Newton, Mass., 10503-B

The image shows the north abutment at the east end of the Richardson Street Bridge in Newton, Massachusetts. The structure is constructed of large stone blocks. Below the abutment, railroad tracks are visible, and a metal railing lines the top of the bridge. The background includes some trees and a ...

Date: 1904-11-04

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

GUSN: 382271

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10503-B

Bridge over tracks, street unknown, Newton, Mass., 10504-B

The image shows a bridge over railway tracks in Newton, Massachusetts. There is a stone retaining wall beneath the bridge, and a metal railing runs along the top. In the background, there are several buildings, including a multi-story structure and residential houses. A utility pole is visible near ...

Date: 1904-10-29

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

GUSN: 382272

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10504-B

North wall between Washington and Centre Streets, Newton, Mass., 10505-B

The image depicts a construction site with several workers on a timber framework. To the left, there is a rail car filled with rocks, with two men standing nearby. In the background, several brick buildings are seen, and there are utility poles aligned along the site. Additionally, a small wooden sh...

Date: 1897-07-31

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

GUSN: 382273

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10505-B

Church Street taken from Richardson Street, Newton, Mass., 10506-B

The image depicts a railway track running through a cut with a train on one side, located in Newton, Massachusetts. On the left, several houses are visible alongside the rail line. There are telegraph poles lining the track, and a church steeple can be seen in the background amidst some trees.

Date: 1896-12-11

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

GUSN: 382274

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10506-B

Pier under Summer's Block supporting building during lowering of tracks adjoining, Newton, Mass., 10507-B

The image shows a wooden pier under Summer's Block in Newton, Massachusetts. It is being used to support a building during the process of lowering adjoining tracks. The structure consists of several timber beams and a chain can be seen attached to the wood. Dirt and rock are visible at the base of t...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382275

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10507-B

I-beam supports of Cole block to support building during lowering of tracks, Newton, Mass., 10508-B

The image shows I-beam supports in the process of being installed beneath a building, identified as the Cole block in Newton, Massachusetts. These supports serve to stabilize the structure during the lowering of tracks. The beams are arranged parallel to each other with wooden planks also visible as...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382276

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10508-B

Stephen Moore Wall, Newton, Mass., 10509-B

The image depicts a section of railway tracks and a wall in Newton, Massachusetts, identified as "Stephen Moore Wall." A stone retaining wall runs alongside a set of tracks, with a dirt path in between. Trees and a building are visible near the rails, and utility poles line the tracks further into t...

Date: 1897-05-25

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

GUSN: 382277

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10509-B

Wall between Washington and Centre Streets, Newton, Mass., 10510-B

The image shows a construction site with a partially built stone wall between Washington and Centre Streets in Newton, Massachusetts. The site is surrounded by dirt, scattered wooden planks, and construction materials. In the background, there are buildings and utility poles lining the street.

Date: 1896-12-19

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

GUSN: 382278

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10510-B

At Church Street crossing looking east, the Ryan Case, Newton, Mass., 10511-B

The image depicts the Church Street crossing looking east in Newton, Massachusetts. Visible are railway tracks running through the scene with a row of freight cars loaded with large stone blocks on the right side. A person is standing beside the train, and there are piles of earth and construction m...

Date: 1896-10-22

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

GUSN: 382279

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10511-B

At Church Street crossing looking east, the Ryan Case, Newton, Mass., 10512-B

The image depicts railway tracks at the Church Street crossing in Newton, Massachusetts, looking east. A train with flatbed cars carrying large stone blocks is situated on the right side of the tracks. On the left, there are piles of dirt and construction materials. A wooden structure spans over the...

Date: 1896-10-22

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

GUSN: 382280

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10512-B

At Church Street, Newton, Mass., 10513-B

The image depicts a scene at Church Street in Newton, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there is open ground with a paved area leading towards a wooden fence. Beyond the fence, there are two men near a lamppost, and behind them is a railcar labeled "BOSTON AND ALBANY." In the background, there are t...

Date: ca. 1896

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

GUSN: 382281

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10513-B

Appleton Street bracing, Newton, Mass., 10514-B

The image displays wooden bracing structures along a section of Appleton Street in Newton, Massachusetts. The braces are supporting a vertical wooden wall against an earthen embankment. In the background, residential houses are visible along with utility poles.

Date: 1897-03-02

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

GUSN: 382282

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10514-B

Washington Street bridge, removed for Mass. Turnpike 1963-1964, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10515-B

The image shows a metal truss bridge under structural removal work, located on Washington Street in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. Below the bridge runs a set of railroad tracks with flatbed train cars loaded with large stone blocks. The bridge and surrounding area are set against a stone retai...

Date: 1897-01-01

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

GUSN: 382283

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10515-B

Greenwood Avenue, walls from east, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10516-B

The image shows Greenwood Avenue in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. Visible in the scene are stone walls running parallel to a railway or pathway. On the right side, there is a small wooden structure. The area is lined with utility poles, and in the foreground, there are items such as a containe...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382284

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10516-B

Sheathing for North Greenwood Avenue wall, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10517-B

The image depicts a construction site along a set of railroad tracks in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. Visible are two individuals, one standing on and one near the tracks, amidst construction materials and debris. Several utility poles line the scene, and piles of sheathing or wooden planks ar...

Date: 1897-02-11

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

GUSN: 382285

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10517-B

Greenwood Avenue wall, south side, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10518-B

The image depicts a construction site on the south side of Greenwood Avenue in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. Several workers are present, engaged in building a stone wall. There is a crane-like apparatus being used, as well as various construction materials such as barrels and wooden planks. I...

Date: 1897-01-07

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

GUSN: 382286

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10518-B

Beams for Laundry Brook Bridge, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10519-B

The image shows construction beams for the Laundry Brook Bridge in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. Several workers are visible on the site, involved in the construction process. The area is filled with construction materials and debris, with a building and trees in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382287

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10519-B

Bank on north side of tracks, Newton, Mass., 10520-B

The image shows a railway track supported by concrete beams with posts underneath, situated on an earthen slope. In the background, the upper section of a building with a chimney is visible. Several utility poles can be seen nearby.

Date: 1897-09-18

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

GUSN: 382288

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10520-B

Retaining wall, Orange Line, Newton, Mass., 10521-B

The image depicts a stone retaining wall with multiple horizontal courses, located in Newton, Massachusetts, associated with the Orange Line. Behind the wall, part of a brick building with a window and a closed door can be seen.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382289

Ref. Code: PC015.002.450.10521-B

North abutment, Washington Street, West Newton, Newton, Mass., 10522-B

The image shows the north abutment of Washington Street in West Newton, Newton, Massachusetts. It features a large stone retaining wall adjacent to a set of railroad tracks. In the background, there are telegraph poles, a bridge, and a multi-story brick building with a visible chimney. Some debris a...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 382290

Ref. Code: PC015.002.440.10522-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

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