View of railroad tracks, Wellesley Station in the background under a bridge, Wellesley, Massachusetts, 5463-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1890-1925

GUSN

GUSN-382747

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Description

The image shows railroad tracks extending into the distance with Wellesley Station visible under a bridge. The scene is framed by rocky terrain on the left and telegraph poles lining both sides of the tracks. The bridge crosses over the tracks, and there are structures and a few trees in the background.

Details

Descriptive Terms

railroads
bridges (built works)
railroad stations
exterior views
utility poles
trees
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP011467
B-Series negative 5463-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

PC015.002.570.5463-B

Places

Wellesley (Norfolk 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 half. Handle with care.

Description Level

Item

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