Interior of passenger coach fitted for Better Farming Special Train, 5437-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1890-1925

GUSN

GUSN-382721

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Description

The image shows the interior of a passenger coach fitted for the Better Farming Special Train. The coach is arranged with displays on both sides, featuring educational materials and small models of livestock on a table. A group of people, including some standing and some seated, are gathered in the aisle, observing the displays. Information and charts are visible on the walls.

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Descriptive Terms

rolling stock
passenger trains
interior views
men (male humans)
group portraits
exhibitions (events)
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP011441
B-Series negative 5437-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

PC015.002.700.5437-B

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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