Unidentified, probably coal trestle and coal pocket, 10826-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1890-1925

GUSN

GUSN-382588

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Description

The image depicts a large wooden structure, likely a coal trestle and coal pocket, amidst an industrial setting. The structure has multiple levels supported by crisscrossing beams, with several workers visible nearby. In the background, there are other industrial buildings and equipment, as well as piles of material on the ground. Trees and a small body of water are visible in the foreground.

Details

Descriptive Terms

trestle scaffolds
storage facilities
coal
railroads
rolling stock
freight cars
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP003741
B-Series negative 10826-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

PC015.002.720.10826-B

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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