Historic New England

Lincoln Street tracks of Highland Branch shown in foreground, (Before grade crossing elimination work began in 1905), Newton Highlands, Newton, Mass., 9622-B

The photograph depicts the Lincoln Street tracks of the Highland Branch in the foreground before the grade crossing elimination work began in 1905. The scene is set in Newton Highlands, Newton, Massachusetts. Visible are several buildings along the street, including the Stevens Building on the right...

Date: 1905

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

GUSN: 381395

Ref. Code: PC015.002.400.9622-B

Depressing tracks on Highland Branch, looking west from temporary trestle and footbridge over tracks. Lincoln Street shown on right side of picture and crossing tracks, Newton Highlands, Newton, Mass., 9623-B

The image shows railway tracks on the Highland Branch in Newton Highlands, Newton, Massachusetts viewed from a temporary trestle and footbridge. Visible on the right side is Lincoln Street which crosses the tracks. In the background, there are buildings and some construction materials scattered near...

Date: 1905-08-08

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

GUSN: 381396

Ref. Code: PC015.002.400.9623-B

Depressing of tracks on Highland Branch, view looking east from temporary trestle and footbridge over tracks, part of station roof shown on left side, Newton Highlands, Newton, Mass., 9624-B

The image shows a construction scene at the Highland Branch in Newton Highlands, Newton, Massachusetts looking east. On the left, part of a station roof is visible. On the right, train tracks run parallel to a wooden fence and walkway. In the center, construction equipment and workers are visible wi...

Date: 1905-08-08

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

GUSN: 381397

Ref. Code: PC015.002.400.9624-B

The railroad station during depressing of tracks of Highland Branch, looking north east, Newton Highlands, Newton, Mass., 9625-B

The image shows a railroad station in Newton Highlands, Newton, Massachusetts, during the depressing of tracks of the Highland Branch. Visible in the foreground are tracks and construction equipment. A wooden footbridge crosses above the area and a section of the station building is visible, made of...

Date: 1905-08-08

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

GUSN: 381398

Ref. Code: PC015.002.400.9625-B

Depressing of tracks on Highland Branch, sheathing east of Boylston Street on north side looking east, Newton Highlands, Newton, Mass., 9626-B

The image depicts construction work at the Highland Branch near Boylston Street, Newton Highlands, Massachusetts. Several workers are visible operating a cart on a wooden platform adjacent to sheathing erected on the north side. The scene includes bracing and wooden structures, with a rail car marke...

Date: 1905-08-05

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

GUSN: 381399

Ref. Code: PC015.002.400.9626-B

Tower #8 at Brookline Junction, start of the Highland Branch, Brookline, Mass., 9627-B

The image shows Tower #8 at Brookline Junction, which is the start of the Highland Branch in Brookline, Massachusetts. A two-story building with a pitched roof and external stairway is situated beside several railway tracks. In the background, there is a truss bridge and utility poles along with som...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381400

Ref. Code: PC015.002.160.9627-B

Highland Branch tracks looking east from north side of tracks, Centre Street Bridge in background, (Now the MBTA Riverside line), Newton Centre, Newton, Mass., 9628-B

The image shows railroad tracks extending into the distance, viewed from the north side, with the Centre Street Bridge visible in the background. The scene is located at Newton Centre in Newton, Massachusetts, and the tracks are part of the Highland Branch, now known as the MBTA Riverside line. Hous...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381401

Ref. Code: PC015.002.460.9628-B

Highland Branch (now MBTA Riverside Line) tracks looking east from south side of tracks, bridge in background, Newton Centre, Newton, Mass., 9629-B

The image shows the Highland Branch (now the MBTA Riverside Line) railroad tracks looking eastward from the south side. In the foreground, the parallel tracks are visible with a bridge seen in the distance. The surrounding landscape includes earth embankments on both sides, utility poles, and some s...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381402

Ref. Code: PC015.002.460.9629-B

During depressing of tracks on Highland Branch, steam shovel east of Centre Street, Newton Centre, Newton, Mass., 9630-B

The image depicts a steam shovel in use during the depressing of tracks on the Highland Branch east of Centre Street in Newton Centre, Newton, Massachusetts. The steam shovel is positioned near railway tracks and several workers are visible around the machinery. In the background, there are building...

Date: 1906-11-23

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

GUSN: 381403

Ref. Code: PC015.002.460.9630-B

Reservoir Road bridge abutments, Highland Branch, Brookline, Mass., 9631-B

The image shows a bridge abutment at Reservoir Road along the Highland Branch in Brookline, Massachusetts. The abutment is a large, solid structure adjacent to railway tracks, situated against a backdrop of bare trees.

Date: 1906-12-07

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

GUSN: 381404

Ref. Code: PC015.002.160.9631-B

Reservoir Road bridge abutments, Highland Branch, Brookline, Mass., 9632-B

The image shows the bridge abutments of the Reservoir Road bridge on the Highland Branch in Brookline, Massachusetts. The structure is positioned beside a set of railroad tracks with a sloped embankment and leafless trees visible in the background.

Date: 1906-12-07

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

GUSN: 381405

Ref. Code: PC015.002.160.9632-B

Reservoir Road bridge abutments, Highland Branch, Brookline, Mass., 9633-B

The image shows the bridge abutments of the Reservoir Road bridge on the Highland Branch in Brookline, Massachusetts. Two concrete abutments are visible on either side of the railway tracks. The area is lined with bare trees, and an industrial chimney and building are visible in the background.

Date: 1906-12-07

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

GUSN: 381406

Ref. Code: PC015.002.160.9633-B

Tracks of Highland Branch, detail of surveyor's monument or bench mark between tracks, view from south, Waban, Newton, Mass., 9634-B

The image shows railway tracks of the Highland Branch in Waban, Newton, Massachusetts. A surveyor's monument or benchmark is visible between the tracks. The view captures the scene looking from the south. There is a wooded area in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381407

Ref. Code: PC015.002.540.9634-B

The Highland Branch west of Tower #8 at Brookline Junction looking west, Park Drive bridge in background and spire of Sears Chapel in far background at Longwood, (Now the MBTA Riverside Line), Brookline, Mass., 9636-B

The image shows the Highland Branch, now the MBTA Riverside Line, west of Tower #8 at Brookline Junction in Brookline, Massachusetts, looking west. In the background, the Park Drive bridge is visible, along with the distant spire of Sears Chapel at Longwood. There are railway tracks in the foregroun...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381408

Ref. Code: PC015.002.160.9636-B

Construction of passenger station, looking north at front (or South face) of main building, Pittsfield, Mass., 9637-B

The image depicts the construction of a passenger station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, looking north at the front (or south face) of the main building. The scene shows scaffolding surrounding the partially built structure, which includes brickwork and arched architectural elements. Piles of constru...

Date: 1913-12-05

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

GUSN: 381409

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.9637-B

Construction of railroad station, foundations of Express Building, Pittsfield, Mass., 9638-B

The image shows the construction site of a railroad station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, focusing on the foundations of the Express Building. There are wooden scaffolds and forms set up around the concrete work in progress. The background features a partially visible building with arched windows an...

Date: 1913-03-10

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

GUSN: 381410

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.9638-B

Railroad station, construction, southeast corner main building, Pittsfield, Mass., 9639-B

The image shows the construction of a railway station's main building in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, specifically the southeast corner. The structure is surrounded by scaffolding and workers are visible working on the upper levels. Building materials and equipment are scattered across the constructio...

Date: 1913-11-07

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

GUSN: 381411

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.9639-B

Railroad station construction, looking east into interior of Express Building, Pittsfield, Mass., 9640-B

The image depicts the construction of a railroad station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, specifically looking east into the interior of the Express Building. The scene shows scaffolding and building materials with partially completed structures and workers visible. A water tower and other buildings ar...

Date: 1913-11-07

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

GUSN: 381412

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.9640-B

Railroad station construction, front of Express Building, southwest corner of Main Building, Pittsfield, Mass., 9641-B

The image depicts the construction of a railroad station, the front of the Express Building, in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Several workers are visible among building materials such as bricks and wooden beams. The structure has noticeable scaffolding and cranes utilized in the construction process.

Date: 1913-11-07

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

GUSN: 381413

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.9641-B

Railroad station construction, southwest corner of main building, Pittsfield, Mass., 9642-B

The image shows the construction site of the railroad station's main building in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Visible in the southwest corner is a multi-story brick structure with arched windows and detailed roof lines. The construction site is active with scaffolding, building materials, and several ...

Date: 1913-11-17

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

GUSN: 381414

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.9642-B

Railroad station construction, interior of Express Building, looking west, Pittsfield, Mass., 9643-B

The image shows the interior construction of the Express Building at a railroad station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, looking west. It features several visible wooden beams and steel supports. There are construction materials scattered on the floor and two individuals can be seen working amidst the ...

Date: 1914-04-28

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

GUSN: 381415

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.9643-B

Railroad station construction, looking east showing roof of the Express Building, Pittsfield, Mass., 9644-B

The image depicts a construction site at the railroad station in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Visible is the partially constructed roof of the Express Building with several workers actively engaged in construction tasks. Scaffolding, building materials, and construction equipment can also be seen in t...

Date: 1914-04-18

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

GUSN: 381416

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.9644-B

Railroad station construction, south face or front, main building, Pittsfield, Mass., 9645-B

The image shows the construction of the railroad station's main building in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, from the south face or front. Scaffolding surrounds the structure and construction materials are scattered on the site. The building features arched entryways and window openings with brickwork par...

Date: 1914-01-06

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

GUSN: 381417

Ref. Code: PC015.002.480.9645-B

Railroad station construction, rear or north wall facing tracks, carriages waiting in front of old station, 9646-B

The image depicts the rear or north wall of a railroad station under construction with visible arched windows and decorative brickwork. In the foreground, there are horse-drawn carriages waiting in front of the older station building. The scene includes snow-covered ground and construction materials...

Date: 1914-03-06

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

GUSN: 381418

Ref. Code: PC015.002.490.9646-B

Railroad station, exterior, newsstand, Framingham, Mass., 9697-B

The image depicts the exterior of a railroad station in Framingham, Massachusetts. At the center, there is a newsstand with multiple visible shelves displaying various items. The structure is situated on a wooden platform with a rail track in the foreground. A sign reading "PAINT" is attached to a n...

Date: 1910-07-23

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

GUSN: 381469

Ref. Code: PC015.002.320.9697-B

Old Westborough railroad station, exterior, Westborough, Mass., 9698-B

The image shows the exterior of the Old Westborough railroad station in Westborough, Massachusetts. The building is constructed of brick and has a sign reading "WESTBORO." The roof features decorative elements and there are multiple windows and a door visible. Railroad tracks lie in the foreground.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381470

Ref. Code: PC015.002.580.9698-B

Old Westborough railroad station, exterior, Westborough, Mass., 9699-B

The image shows the exterior of the old Westborough railroad station in Westborough, Massachusetts. The station building is made of brick, featuring arched windows and a sign reading "WESTBORO" on the facade. There are snow-covered train tracks in the foreground and adjacent buildings visible in the...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381471

Ref. Code: PC015.002.580.9699-B

Mittineague railroad station, exterior, combination station and freight house, West Springfield, Mass., 9700-B

The image shows the exterior of the Mittineague railroad station, served as both a station and freight house, located in West Springfield, Massachusetts. The building is made of brick with a gabled roof and features several windows and doors. A sign with the name "Mittineague" is visible on the buil...

Date: 1915

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

GUSN: 381472

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.9700-B

Railroad station, C. V. railroad at left, B&A railroad at right, Palmer, Mass., 9701-B

The image shows a railroad station in Palmer, Massachusetts. The Central Vermont (C.V.) railroad is positioned on the left, and the Boston & Albany (B&A) railroad is on the right. The station features a long, covered platform and is surrounded by open grassy areas with several trees.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381473

Ref. Code: PC015.002.370.9701-B

Railroad station, platform, Springfield, Mass., 9702-B

The image depicts a railroad station platform in Springfield, Massachusetts. Visible are the tracks running parallel to the platform with a large multi-wheeled cart stationed alongside a building that has multiple windows and a sloped roof.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381474

Ref. Code: PC015.002.530.9702-B

Original station for Framingham, now used as Freight Station, exterior, showing railroad cars and signals, Framingham, Mass., 9703-B

The image depicts the original station in Framingham, Massachusetts, which is now used as a freight station. Visible are several railroad cars lined up on the tracks. In the background, there is a station building with a clock tower. Also, railroad signals can be seen alongside the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381475

Ref. Code: PC015.002.310.9703-B

Trees, 9704-B

The image shows a hillside with several trees growing along the edge. The trees have abundant foliage, and the ground is scattered with rocks and wooden planks. The slope leads down to a body of water.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381476

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.9704-B

Unidentified scene, 9705-B

The image shows a wooden structure reinforced with thick vertical posts and resting on a rocky surface. In the foreground, there are railroad tracks leading towards the structure. A partial view of a crane is visible on the far right and a hill is faintly visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381477

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.9705-B

Unidentified railroad scene with tree and house, 9706-B

The image depicts a railroad scene with train tracks running across the foreground. A tree is centrally located and adjacent to a house. There is a wooden structure on the left and another on the right. Additionally, a wooden wagon is located near the house.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381478

Ref. Code: PC015.002.760.9706-B

View of unidentified buildings, 9707-B

The image depicts several industrial buildings, including a tall, multi-story brick tower with a pointed roof, and other rectangular buildings made of wood and brick. There are two prominent chimneys visible. In the foreground, there is a muddy area with standing water and scattered debris.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381479

Ref. Code: PC015.002.720.9707-B

View of piles of lumber, 9708-B

The image depicts large stacks of lumber piled outdoors. The piles are arranged on either side of a dirt pathway with wooden fences partially visible around them. Sparse trees can be seen in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381480

Ref. Code: PC015.002.720.9708-B

Unidentified old man with yoke and baskets, 9709-B

An older man is depicted wearing a hat and jacket. He is using a wooden yoke across his shoulders to carry two baskets, one in each hand. The left basket contains eggs. The background shows a rural, tree-lined landscape.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381481

Ref. Code: PC015.002.770.9709-B

Boston and Albany Railroad branch line profiles, 9710-B

The image displays a detailed diagram of branch line profiles for the Boston and Albany Railroad. It includes various segments such as the Grand Junction, Highland Circuit, Saxonville, Milford, Millbury, Webster, Spencer, and Ware River branches, among others. Each profile illustrates the elevation ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381482

Ref. Code: PC015.002.750.9710-B

Couple seated indoors, Mr. and Mrs. Wheeler, 9711-B

A couple, identified as Mr. and Mrs. Wheeler, is seated indoors. The woman is wearing a long dress and the man is in a suit. They are positioned side by side with a dark curtain behind them. To the right, there is a framed portrait and a smaller photograph on a piece of furniture.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381483

Ref. Code: PC015.002.770.9711-B

Couple seated indoors, Mr. and Mrs. Wheeler, 9712-B

The image shows a couple, identified as Mr. and Mrs. Wheeler, seated indoors. They are positioned in a room with patterned wallpaper and curtains. In the background, a large framed portrait and a smaller photograph are visible on a piece of furniture.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381484

Ref. Code: PC015.002.770.9712-B

Delaware and Hudson railroad coal car #28422 at North Package and Provision Co., East Cambridge, Cambridge, Mass., 9713-B

The image shows Delaware and Hudson railroad coal car #28422 located at the North Package and Provision Co. in East Cambridge, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The coal car is situated on railroad tracks with a building and wooden fence visible in the background.

Date: 1907-11-08

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

GUSN: 381485

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.9713-B

Delaware and Hudson railroad coal car #28422 at North Package and Provision Co., East Cambridge, Mass., 9714-B

The image shows Delaware and Hudson railroad coal car #28422 positioned at the North Package and Provision Co. in East Cambridge, Massachusetts. The coal car has the markings "D&H Co" and features structural details such as an Arch Bar truck system.

Date: 1907-11-08

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

GUSN: 381486

Ref. Code: PC015.002.180.9714-B

Burlington railroad box car #1980, for handling furniture, Boston, Mass., 9715-B

The image shows a Burlington railroad boxcar, numbered #1980, which is designated for handling furniture. The boxcar is situated on train tracks in Boston, Massachusetts. Visible lettering includes "FURNITURE" and "Burlington Route" on the side of the boxcar.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381487

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.9715-B

Burlington railroad box car #1980, for furniture, Boston, Mass., 9716-B

The image depicts a Burlington railroad boxcar numbered 1980, designed for transporting furniture. The side of the boxcar includes the label "Burlington Route," and it is situated in an outdoor space with cobblestone ground. In the background there is a building with a partially visible sign reading...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381488

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.9716-B

Freight car #13742 in Back Bay Yard, Boston, Mass., 9717-B

The image shows freight car #13742 positioned in Back Bay Yard, Boston, Massachusetts. The car is on railway tracks with another railcar visible adjacent to it. The freight car has a visible open door.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381489

Ref. Code: PC015.002.090.9717-B

Boston and Albany freight car #12586, 9718-B

The image shows a Boston and Albany freight car labeled with the number #12586 and the initials "B. & A." The car is situated on snow-covered tracks in an industrial area with buildings and a water tower visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381490

Ref. Code: PC015.002.730.9718-B

Boston and Albany freight car #12586, 9719-B

The image shows a freight car marked as Boston and Albany #12586, part of the B. & A. line. The car is situated on railway tracks next to a wooden building. Snow is visible on the ground and part of the building.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381491

Ref. Code: PC015.002.730.9719-B

Boston and Albany freight car #12586, 9720-B

The image depicts a Boston and Albany Railroad freight car numbered #12586. The freight car is positioned on railroad tracks with the number and "B.& A." clearly marked on the side. Other freight cars are visible in the background alongside a faint view of buildings and a hill.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381492

Ref. Code: PC015.002.730.9720-B

Railroad station, exterior, old Framingham railroad station now freight house, Framingham, Mass., 9721-B

The image shows the exterior of the old Framingham railroad station, which now serves as a freight house, located in Framingham, Massachusetts. Visible are railroad tracks running parallel to a wooden platform and an adjacent building. In the background, there is a large structure with a steeply pit...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381493

Ref. Code: PC015.002.320.9721-B

Railroad car, Boston and Albany #12586, 9722-B

The image shows a railroad car labeled with "Boston and Albany" and the number "#12586". The car is situated on railway tracks with additional cars and industrial buildings visible in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 381494

Ref. Code: PC015.002.730.9722-B

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