I-beam supports of Cole block to support building during lowering of tracks, Newton, Mass., 10508-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1890-1925

GUSN

GUSN-382276

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Description

The image shows I-beam supports in the process of being installed beneath a building, identified as the Cole block in Newton, Massachusetts. These supports serve to stabilize the structure during the lowering of tracks. The beams are arranged parallel to each other with wooden planks also visible as part of the support setup.

Details

Descriptive Terms

I-beams
streets
railroads
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP003423
B-Series negative 10508-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC015

Collection Name

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

Date of Acquisition

1966

Reference Code

PC015.002.450.10508-B

Places

Newton (Middlesex county, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Subjects

Steel I-beams
Railroads

Description Level

Item

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