Bridge and River (Nichewaug), Petersham, MA., 27107-A

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Collection Type

Photography

Date

1895-1940

GUSN

GUSN-373246

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Donald W. Howe photographic collection of Quabbin Valley views, 1900s-1930s
Negatives
Petersham, Mass.
Bridge and River (Nichewaug), Petersham, MA., 27107-A
(current record)

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Donald W. Howe photographic collection of Quabbin Valley views, 1900s-1930s
- Negatives
  - Petersham, Mass.
    - Bridge and River (Nichewaug), Petersham, MA., 27107-A (current record)
    - Bridge and River (Nichewaug), Petersham, MA., 27108-A
    - Warren Mandell Elm, Nichewaug, Petersham, MA., 27162-A
    - Nichewaug Proper, Nichewaug, Petersham, MA., 27163-A
    - H.C. Grover House, Nichewaug, Petersham, MA., 27164-A

Description

The image shows a rustic wooden bridge spanning a rocky river in Nichewaug, Petersham, Massachusetts. The river runs beneath the bridge, surrounded by dense foliage and trees on both sides. The bridge is supported by a stone foundation, blending into the natural landscape.

Details

Descriptive Terms

bridges (built works)
rivers
woods (plant communities)
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP001587
A-Series negative 27107-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

PC031.001.008.27107-A

Places

Petersham (Worcester county, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Howe, Donald William, 1892-1977 (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Subjects

Bridges
Rivers

Description Level

Item

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