Construction of bridge #207, Chatham, New York, 6223-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1910-10-20

GUSN

GUSN-383485

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Description

The image depicts the construction of bridge #207 in Chatham, New York. Several workers are visible on top of the partially constructed bridge, and a large beam is being lifted into place by a crane. The bridge features a framework of metal trestles and a stone foundation, and a narrow body of water runs beneath the structure.

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Descriptive Terms

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

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP012205
B-Series negative 6223-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

PC015.002.800.6223-B

Places

Chatham (Columbia county, New York state)

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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