View of Swift River, Enfield, Massachusetts, 27259-A

Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1895-1940

GUSN

GUSN-373394

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Description

The image shows a view of Swift River in Enfield, Massachusetts. The river flows through the landscape, reflecting surrounding buildings and trees. On the right side, there are several structures, including a large building with a tower and a church with a steeple. The backdrop features a modest hill and sparse trees.

Details

Descriptive Terms

rivers
town halls
institutional buildings
trees
panoramas
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP001735
A-Series negative 27259-A

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC031

Collection Name

Donald W. Howe photographic collection of Quabbin Valley views, 1900s-1930s

Date of Acquisition

1960

Reference Code

PC031.001.004.27259-A

Places

Enfield (Hampshire County, Massachusetts) [deserted settlement]

Record Details

Originator

Howe, Donald William, 1892-1977 (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Subjects

City halls

Description Level

Item

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