Washington Street bridge, Worcester, Massachusetts, 8935-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1890-1925

GUSN

GUSN-384669

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Description

The image shows the Washington Street bridge in Worcester, Massachusetts, taken in December 1913. It features a road passing beneath the bridge, which is constructed from metal. There are buildings on either side of the street, with a visible sign for "Worcester Boiler Works." A horse and carriage are seen on the right near the bridge. Snow covers the ground, indicating winter conditions.

Details

Descriptive Terms

bridges (built works)
abutments
streets
utility poles
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP013575
B-Series negative 8935-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC015

Collection Name

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

Date of Acquisition

1966

Reference Code

PC015.002.630.8935-B

Places

Worcester (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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