Chain Bridge and trolly car, Newburyport, Massachusetts, GN-926

Description

The image depicts the Chain Bridge in Newburyport, Massachusetts, with a trolley car traveling across it. The bridge features large chain links and wooden decking, with railings on both sides. Trees and a brick structure are visible in the background.

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Descriptive Terms

bridges (built works)
suspension bridges
trolley cars
tracks (transit system elements)
rivers
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP005052
Noyes negative GN-926

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC038

Collection Name

George E. Noyes photographic collection, 1860s-1940s

Reference Code

PC038.01.010.GN-926

Places

Newburyport (Essex county, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Noyes, George E. (Photographer)

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Conservation Note

NEEDS PRESERVATION: The right side of this negative is broken. Handle with care.

Description Level

Item

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Chain Bridge and trolly car, Newburyport, Massachusetts, GN-926

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