Old Union Station, looking east, train shed and west side arch already demolished, Worcester, Mass., 10118-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1910-04-11

GUSN

GUSN-381889

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Description

The image depicts Old Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, viewed from the east. The prominent clock tower is visible and the surrounding area includes several vehicles and electric streetcars. The train shed and the west side arch of the station have already been demolished.

Details

Descriptive Terms

railroad stations
exterior views
demolition
horse-drawn vehicles
railroads
trolley cars
clock towers (towers)
cities
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP003036
B-Series negative 10118-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC015

Collection Name

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

Reference Code

PC015.002.670.10118-B

Places

Worcester (Worcester county, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Subjects

Wrecking

Conservation Note

NEEDS PRESERVATION: This negative has a large crack going through the middle. Handle with care.

Description Level

Item

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