Bridge #144, Middlefield, Massachusetts, 8130-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1903

GUSN

GUSN-383865

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Description

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 at speed, creating a blurred effect.

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Descriptive Terms

railroads
bridges (built works)
rolling stock
trains (vehicle groupings)
surveyors
trees
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP012769
B-Series negative 8130-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC015

Collection Name

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

Reference Code

PC015.002.350.8130-B

Date Notes

Created month: 06

Places

Middlefield (Hampshire County, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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