Interior of the Immigration Quarters on the Cunard Line Pier, East Boston, Mass., 9848-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1910-12-28

GUSN

GUSN-381620

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Description

The image shows the interior of the Immigration Quarters on the Cunard Line Pier in East Boston, Massachusetts. The space is characterized by rows of wooden benches arranged in parallel lines. The structure features exposed beams and columns along with multiple light fixtures mounted on the walls. There are partitions and desks visible towards the back of the room.

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Descriptive Terms

immigration
waiting rooms
benches (furniture)
interior views
piers (marine landings)
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP002767
B-Series negative 9848-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC015

Collection Name

Boston & Albany Railroad Company photographic collection, 1890s-c. 1920

Reference Code

PC015.002.230.9848-B

Places

East Boston (Boston, Suffolk county, Massachusetts) [neighborhood]

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Subjects

Waiting rooms
Interior architecture

Description Level

Item

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