Historic New England

Cinder viaduct, West Springfield yard, West Springfield, Massachusetts, 8110-B

The image depicts the Cinder Viaduct located in West Springfield yard, West Springfield, Massachusetts. The viaduct is supported by several pillars with piles of cinder beneath it. The surrounding landscape is covered in snow and a person is visible near the viaduct. In the background, there are tre...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383845

Ref. Code: PC015.002.590.8110-B

Coldbrook Bridge #395, face of north abutment, looking north, 8111-B

The image shows the face of the north abutment of Coldbrook Bridge #395, with the view looking north. A railway car marked "N.Y.C. & H.R." is visible on the bridge. The structure is supported by wooden beams, and some construction materials are present in the foreground. In the background, there are...

Date: 1904-11-04

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

GUSN: 383846

Ref. Code: PC015.002.720.8111-B

Bridge #131A, front of south abutment, Chester, Massachusetts, 8112-B

The image depicts the front of the south abutment of Bridge #131A in Chester, Massachusetts. The abutment is constructed from large, rectangular stone blocks and is positioned next to railroad tracks. In the background, there is a hillside with trees, and a building is visible to the right, along wi...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383847

Ref. Code: PC015.002.190.8112-B

Bridge #131A, rear of south abutment, Chester, Massachusetts, 8113-B

The image depicts the rear of the south abutment of Bridge #131A in Chester, Massachusetts. The structure is made of stone, comprised of large, irregularly shaped blocks. In the background, there are railroad tracks and a person is visible near the right side of the image. The surrounding area inclu...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383848

Ref. Code: PC015.002.190.8113-B

Bridge #217, west of Van Hoesen Station, Schodack, New York, 8114-B

The image shows Bridge #217, located west of Van Hoesen Station in Schodack, New York. The bridge crosses over a set of railroad tracks, with wooden fencing on top and telegraph poles lining both sides of the tracks. The surrounding area is slightly elevated with visible patches of snow.

Date: 1907-12-24

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

GUSN: 383849

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.8114-B

Bridge #83, Warren, Massachusetts, 8115-B

The image shows Bridge #83 located in Warren, Massachusetts. It is a wooden structure supported by a stone foundation, spanning over a set of railroad tracks. Snow covers the ground and parts of the bridge, and a utility pole is visible in the foreground. A sign with the number "83" appears next to ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383850

Ref. Code: PC015.002.540.8115-B

Culvert at 10409 plus 86, East Greenbush, New York, 8116-B

The image depicts a stone culvert in East Greenbush, New York. The culvert features an arched entrance made of large stones, surrounded by a snow-covered landscape. Vegetation and a tree stump are visible on one side of the structure.

Date: 1908-03-18

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

GUSN: 383851

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.8116-B

Culvert at 10409 plus 86, East Greenbush, New York, 8117-B

The image depicts a stone culvert located in East Greenbush, New York. The structure is built with large, stacked blocks forming an arched entrance leading into the culvert. Snow is visible on the ground outside the entrance.

Date: 1908-03-18

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

GUSN: 383852

Ref. Code: PC015.002.790.8117-B

Bridge #36, showing pile driver on south side, Natick, Massachusetts, 8118-B

The image depicts Bridge #36 in Natick, Massachusetts. Visible is a pile driver located on the south side of the bridge. There are two men standing on wooden beams near the machinery, which is set up amidst a partially constructed or repaired section by a stone wall. A utility pole and some foliage ...

Date: 1907-08-16

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

GUSN: 383853

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.8118-B

Bridge #36, Natick, Massachusetts, 8119-B

The image shows Bridge #36 in Natick, Massachusetts. It features a stone arch bridge with visible large stone blocks forming its structure. Stumps protrude from the water below it, with wooden construction materials and equipment seen nearby. Trees and a piece of machinery can be observed in the bac...

Date: 1907-08-16

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

GUSN: 383854

Ref. Code: PC015.002.380.8119-B

Bridge #139, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 8120-B

The image shows a detailed view of a stone bridge support identified as Bridge #139 in Middlefield, Massachusetts. The structure is made of layered stone blocks and some trees are visible in the background extending above the bridge.

Date: 1908-09-01

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

GUSN: 383855

Ref. Code: PC015.002.350.8120-B

Bridge #139, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 8121-B

The image shows a close-up view of part of Bridge #139 in Middlefield, Massachusetts. It features the stone masonry structure of the bridge, angled upwards with visible cracks and weathering. Reflections are visible in the body of water at the base, and foliage is present in the background.

Date: 1908-09-01

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

GUSN: 383856

Ref. Code: PC015.002.350.8121-B

Bridge #137, looking south, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 8122-B

The image depicts Bridge #137, showing an arched stone bridge viewed from the south. The bridge is surrounded by dense vegetation, and a river flows beneath it. A person is visible on top of the bridge.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383857

Ref. Code: PC015.002.350.8122-B

Bridge #139, northeast wing looking south, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 8123-B

The image shows the north east wing of Bridge #139 in Middlefield, Massachusetts, looking south. The bridge is constructed of large stone blocks, forming a visible arch section on the right side. Two individuals are seen standing atop the structure, with a long measuring stick reaching down the side...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383858

Ref. Code: PC015.002.350.8123-B

Bridge #139, southwest wing looking northwest, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 8124-B

The image shows Bridge #139 in Middlefield, Massachusetts, viewed from the southwest wing looking northwest. It features a large arch made of stone blocks, surrounded by dense vegetation including trees and shrubs. A body of water runs beneath the arch, with rocky terrain visible on the banks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383859

Ref. Code: PC015.002.350.8124-B

Bridge #139, northwest wing looking south, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 8125-B

The image shows Bridge #139 located in Middlefield, Massachusetts, viewed from the northwest wing looking south. The structure is composed of large stone blocks forming a sturdy arch. Vegetation is visible around the base and there is a utility pole in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 383860

Ref. Code: PC015.002.350.8125-B

Bridge #138, west abutment, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 8126-B

The image depicts the west abutment of Bridge #138 in Middlefield, Massachusetts. The stone structure extends down to a river and is surrounded by debris, including rocks and wooden planks, scattered along the slope leading up to the bridge. In the background, leafless trees are visible on the hills...

Date: 1903

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

GUSN: 383861

Ref. Code: PC015.002.350.8126-B

Bridge #138, west abutment, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 8127-B

The image depicts the west abutment of Bridge #138 in Middlefield, Massachusetts. It shows a stone structure built with layered stones, accompanied by two bare trees in the foreground. The ground around the abutment is scattered with stones and debris.

Date: 1903

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

GUSN: 383862

Ref. Code: PC015.002.350.8127-B

Bridge #144 under construction, temporary trestle looking north, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 8128-B

The image depicts Bridge #144 under construction in Middlefield, Massachusetts. A temporary trestle structure is visible, with wooden supports beneath the bridge. The setting is a wooded area, with a track running across the bridge. In the background, there are utility poles and a small structure ne...

Date: 1903

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

GUSN: 383863

Ref. Code: PC015.002.350.8128-B

Bridge #144 northeast wing, reconstruction of abutments, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 8129-B

The image shows a railroad bridge in Middlefield, Massachusetts, identified as Bridge #144. The scene captures the reconstruction of the bridge's northeast wing abutments. The bridge's supports are visible beneath the tracks, alongside scattered construction materials and equipment. Surrounding the ...

Date: 1903

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

GUSN: 383864

Ref. Code: PC015.002.350.8129-B

Bridge #144, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 8130-B

The image shows Bridge #144 in Middlefield, Massachusetts. In the foreground, there is a stone bridge structure with visible masonry work. On top of the bridge, two individuals stand near railroad tracks, one possibly using a surveying instrument on a tripod. In the background, a train is passing by...

Date: 1903

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

GUSN: 383865

Ref. Code: PC015.002.350.8130-B

Bridge #144, east abutment, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 8131-B

The image depicts the east abutment of Bridge #144 in Middlefield, Massachusetts. Visible are the stone and concrete structures supporting the bridge, with rocks and soil surrounding the base. The bridge itself appears to have a steel framework.

Date: 1903

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

GUSN: 383866

Ref. Code: PC015.002.350.8131-B

Bridge #144, west abutment, south wing Middlefield, Massachusetts, 8132-B

The image shows the west abutment and south wing of Bridge #144 in Middlefield, Massachusetts. The stone structure is prominently featured, with a few people standing on the embankment above. There is a river flowing below and trees are visible in the background.

Date: 1903

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

GUSN: 383867

Ref. Code: PC015.002.350.8132-B

Bridge #144, west abutment, north wing Middlefield, Massachusetts, 8133-B

The image shows the west abutment and north wing of Bridge #144 in Middlefield, Massachusetts. The structure is constructed of large stone blocks with a metal bridge framework visible above it. The surrounding area features some trees and a river flowing alongside the bridge.

Date: 1903

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

GUSN: 383868

Ref. Code: PC015.002.350.8133-B

Church St., north wall, Newton, Massachusetts, 8535-B

The image shows a stone wall constructed along Church Street in Newton, Massachusetts. Above the wall, a portion of a house with a mansard roof and detailed window trims is visible. In the background, there are a few leafless trees and utility poles.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384119

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.8535-B

Church St., south wall, west end, Newton Massachusetts, 8536-B

The image shows a section of the south stone retaining wall located at the west end of Church Street in Newton, Massachusetts. The wall consists of large, rough-cut stones and is in front of a sloped area with some exposed earth. There is a small portion of a wooden structure visible in the top left...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384120

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.8536-B

North side of first cut, west of Centre St., Newton, Massachusetts, 8537-B

The image shows a construction area on the north side of the first cut at the west of Centre Street in Newton, Massachusetts. Visible are railway tracks surrounded by dirt and wooden structural supports. In the background, there is a building with a sign partially visible that reads "COFFEES AND CHO...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384121

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.8537-B

West of station, looking east, Charlton, Massachusetts, 8381-B

The image shows a group of men standing on a railway track, looking east in Charlton, Massachusetts. The track is elevated and bordered by a slope with vegetation. Several telegraph poles run alongside the tracks.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384122

Ref. Code: PC015.002.170.8381-B

West of station at bridge #74, looking east, Charlton, Massachusetts, 8382-B

The image depicts a view looking east from the west of a station near bridge #74 in Charlton, Massachusetts. A group of people is standing alongside the railroad tracks, with some appearing to be working or observing. In the background, a train is visible emitting steam as it moves along the tracks....

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384123

Ref. Code: PC015.002.170.8382-B

Brookline Junction, looking west, Beacon Street bridge in background, now location of Massachusetts Turnpike, Boston, Massachusetts, 8383-B

The image shows Brookline Junction with multiple railway tracks leading into the distance. The Beacon Street bridge is seen in the background. Utility poles line the tracks and a small building is positioned on the left side of the tracks. The area is now the location of the Massachusetts Turnpike i...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384124

Ref. Code: PC015.002.110.8383-B

Brookline Junction, looking east, Beacon Street bridge in background, now location of Massachusetts Turnpike, Boston, Massachusetts, 8384-B

The image depicts Brookline Junction, looking east, with multiple railway tracks visible in the foreground. In the background, the Beacon Street bridge is seen crossing above the tracks. On the left side, there is a wooden fence alongside several utility poles with numerous wires. Buildings can be s...

Date: 1911-02-18

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

GUSN: 384125

Ref. Code: PC015.002.110.8384-B

Brookline Junction, looking east, Beacon Street bridge in background, now location of Massachusetts Turnpike, Boston, Massachusetts, 8385-B

The image shows railroad tracks at Brookline Junction, looking east, with the Beacon Street bridge in the background. There are multiple utility poles along the side of the tracks and a fence runs parallel to the tracks on the left. Buildings and the bridge structure are visible in the distance. Thi...

Date: 1911-02-18

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

GUSN: 384126

Ref. Code: PC015.002.110.8385-B

Brookline Junction, looking west, Beacon Street bridge in background, now location of Massachusetts Turnpike, Boston, Massachusetts, 8386-B

The image shows a view of Brookline Junction looking west, featuring a railway with multiple tracks leading under a steel truss bridge. The bridge is identified as the Beacon Street bridge, which is noted as the future location of the Massachusetts Turnpike in Boston, Massachusetts. Utility poles an...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384127

Ref. Code: PC015.002.110.8386-B

Brookline Junction, looking east, Beacon Street bridge in background, now location of Massachusetts Turnpike, Boston, Massachusetts, 8387-B

The image shows railroad tracks at Brookline Junction, looking eastward. A building with multiple floors is visible on the left. In the background, the Beacon Street bridge can be seen spanning the tracks. Telegraph poles line the sides of the tracks, and a small building is positioned on the right....

Date: 1911-02-18

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

GUSN: 384128

Ref. Code: PC015.002.110.8387-B

Brookline Junction, Beacon Street in background, Boston, Massachusetts, 8388-B

The image depicts Brookline Junction with railway tracks running in the foreground. A tall lamppost and a steel post are near the tracks. In the background, an elevated area with a stone retaining wall and a wooden fence is visible. Beacon Street in Boston, Massachusetts, can be seen beyond the elev...

Date: 1911-02-11

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

GUSN: 384129

Ref. Code: PC015.002.110.8388-B

Brookline Junction, looking east toward Brookline Avenue bridge, Boston, Massachusetts, 8389-B

The image depicts Brookline Junction in Boston, Massachusetts, looking east toward the Brookline Avenue bridge. Visible are railroad tracks that converge and pass under a metal truss bridge in the distance. There are utility poles on both sides of the tracks and a wooden fence runs along the right s...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384130

Ref. Code: PC015.002.110.8389-B

Beacon Park Yard, looking east at east end of yard, now occupied by Massachusetts Turnpike, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts, 8390-B

The image depicts Beacon Park Yard, looking east towards the east end of the yard, which is now occupied by the Massachusetts Turnpike in Allston, Boston, Massachusetts. Visible are multiple sets of railroad tracks extending into the distance, with telegraph poles and a railway signal structure on t...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384131

Ref. Code: PC015.002.020.8390-B

North side of the first cut, east of Centre St., Newton, Massachusetts, 8538-B

The image depicts a construction site on the north side of the first cut, east of Centre Street in Newton, Massachusetts. Visible are a large excavated earthen wall, sandbags, a wheelbarrow, and a shovel near construction debris. Above the construction area is a brick building with arched windows, o...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384132

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.8538-B

North Wall of trench from Washington to Centre St., Newton, Massachusetts, 8539-B

The image shows a view of the inside of a trench, supported by wooden beams and planks, running from Washington to Centre Street in Newton, Massachusetts. Several workers, wearing hats, are visible within the trench.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384133

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390. 8539-B

St. James St. excavation, excavated about half the final width, Newton, Massachusetts, 8540-B

The image depicts an excavation site on St. James Street in Newton, Massachusetts. The excavation is approximately halfway completed in terms of its final width. Visible are several workers and pieces of equipment in a trench alongside a set of railroad tracks. Residential and commercial buildings c...

Date: 1897-03-06

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

GUSN: 384134

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.8540-B

St. James Street abutment during construction, Newton, Massachusetts, 8542-B

The image depicts the construction of the St. James Street abutment in Newton, Massachusetts. A structured wall made of stone blocks is visible alongside a sloped landscape scattered with rubble and debris. In the foreground, there are railroad tracks and a metal structure, possibly construction equ...

Date: 1897-04-29

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

GUSN: 384135

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.8542-B

Pile driver at Centre St. raising punch into position for driving, Newton, Massachusetts, 8543-B

The image depicts a pile driver raising a punch into position at a construction site, located on Centre Street in Newton, Massachusetts. Several men are working around the equipment, and railroad tracks are visible in the foreground. A building and utility poles are present in the background.

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384136

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.8543-B

North side of first cut, east of Centre St., Newton, Massachusetts, 8544-B

The image shows the north side of the first cut, located east of Centre Street in Newton, Massachusetts. The foreground displays a rugged, rocky slope with visible layers of earth and stones due to excavation. In the background is a building with a brick and wooden exterior, featuring windows and a ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384137

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.8544-B

Railroad station, temporary bridge and platform, Newton, Massachusetts, 8545-B

The image shows a railroad station in Newton, Massachusetts, featuring a temporary bridge and platform. Multiple train tracks are visible, running alongside a wooden fence.A large building with a prominent dome can be seen in the background. Utility poles line the side of the tracks, and there is a ...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384138

Ref. Code: PC015.002.390.8545-B

Mt. Ida wall, cross scection, Newtonville, Newton, Massachusetts, 8546-B

The image shows a cross section of the Mt. Ida wall in Newton (Newtonville), Massachusetts. The wall is constructed from large, stacked stone blocks. A ladder is propped against the wall, and there are wooden beams and planks leaning against it. There is also a vertical wooden fence or barrier to th...

Date: 1897-03-01

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

GUSN: 384139

Ref. Code: PC015.002.420.8546-B

Locomotive #1252, double ender used in commuting service, Highlands circuit, Newton, Massachusetts, 8547-B

The image shows a steam locomotive labeled as #1252 positioned on a rail track. It is a double-ended locomotive used for commuting service on the Highlands circuit in Newton, Massachusetts. The engine has prominent large wheels and a visible front light. Another locomotive is partially visible in th...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384140

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8547-B

Locomotive #1250, used in commuter service on Newton Highlands Branch, 2-6-6T, Newton, Massachusetts, 8548-B

The image shows Locomotive #1250, a 2-6-6T type, used in commuter service on the Newton Highlands Branch in Newton, Massachusetts. The locomotive is positioned on a track with its front and side view visible, displaying the number 1250 prominently on the front.

Date: 1910-06-22

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

GUSN: 384141

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8548-B

Locomotive #262 (might be pay car), 4-4-0, 8571-B

The image shows Locomotive #262, a 4-4-0 steam engine, possibly used as a pay car, on a set of railway tracks. There is a large headlamp on the front of the locomotive, and it is connected to a car behind. Four men are standing on the tracks beside the locomotive and one man inside the locomotive. T...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384142

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8571-B

Locomotive #252, 4-4-0 passenger, 8570-B

The image shows Locomotive #252, which is a 4-4-0 passenger train engine. It is situated on train tracks with an industrial building visible in the background. The locomotive features a prominent smokestack, large wheels, and visible mechanical components. The tender car, labeled with the number "25...

Date: 1898-05-13

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

GUSN: 384143

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8570-B

Locomotive #1252, double ender used in Newton Highlands circuit, Newton, Massachusetts, 8549-B

The image shows locomotive #1252, a double-ended steam engine used in the Newton Highlands circuit, located in Newton, Massachusetts. The locomotive is marked with "New York Central Lines" and is positioned on railway tracks. It features multiple wheels and a prominent boiler and bell, typical of st...

Date: 1890-1925

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

GUSN: 384144

Ref. Code: PC015.002.780.8549-B

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