Relocating tracks around town (scene at Holmes Hill), Westborough, Massachusetts, 6247-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

ca. 1896

GUSN

GUSN-383509

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Description

The image shows a scene at Holmes Hill in Westborough, Massachusetts, where railroad tracks are being relocated. In the foreground, there are sections of railroad tracks laid out on the ground, with piles of materials and tools scattered nearby. In the background, several houses and trees are visible, as well as a path where the tracks are likely being extended.

Details

Descriptive Terms

railroads
relocating
houses
residential structures
exterior views
utility poles
trees
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP012229
B-Series negative 6247-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

PC015.002.580.6247-B

Places

Westborough (Worcester 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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