Bridge #35 during construction project of lowering tracks, Natick, Mass., 10127-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1896

GUSN

GUSN-381898

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Description

The image depicts Bridge #35 during a construction project aimed at lowering tracks in Natick, Massachusetts. The scene shows a complex arrangement of wooden beams and supports with stone blocks stacked alongside. A crane or lifting mechanism is visible along with pipes and various construction materials scattered around the site.

Details

Descriptive Terms

railroads
bridges (built works)
construction (assembling)
cranes (equipment)
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP003045
B-Series negative 10127-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC015

Collection Name

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

Reference Code

PC015.002.380.10127-B

Places

Natick (Middlesex county, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Subjects

Bridges
Construction

Description Level

Item

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