Tripod used in construction of Everett Street pier, Boston, Massachusetts, 6002-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1890-1925

GUSN

GUSN-383265

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Description

The image depicts a construction scene at the Everett Street pier in Boston, Massachusetts. A large tripod structure is central in the image, used for lifting heavy objects. Several workers are present, operating the equipment, with one worker manually controlling a mechanical winch. A surveyor or engineer stands to the right, next to a smaller tripod, possibly with surveying equipment. The area shows stone or brickwork in the background.

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Descriptive Terms

pulleys
construction (assembling)
piers (supporting elements)
workers
fences
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP011985
B-Series negative 6002-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC015

Collection Name

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

Date of Acquisition

1965

Reference Code

PC015.002.090.6002-B

Places

Boston (Suffolk county, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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