View of Riverside, Newton, Massachusetts, 5369-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1890-1925

GUSN

GUSN-382653

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Description

The image depicts a railway line in Riverside, Newton, Massachusetts. Multiple train tracks run parallel to each other, extending into the distance. Wooden fences and utility poles line the left side of the tracks, with trees and foliage visible beyond.

Details

Descriptive Terms

railroads
freight cars
fences
utility poles
trees
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP011373
B-Series negative 5369-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC015

Collection Name

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

Date of Acquisition

1965

Reference Code

PC015.002.430.5369-B

Places

Newton (Middlesex county, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Conservation Note

NEEDS PRESERVATION: This negative is broken in multiple places. Handle with care.

Description Level

Item

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