Milford branch, near book bindery crossing, Framingham, Massachusetts, 8304-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1890-1925

GUSN

GUSN-384039

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Description

The image depicts a straight railway track in Framingham, Massachusetts, known as the Milford branch, book bindery crossing. The track extends into the distance, flanked by bare trees and grass on both sides. There are utility poles running alongside the track and the scene is devoid of any structures or vehicles.

Details

Descriptive Terms

railroads
woods (plant communities)
utility poles
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP012945
B-Series negative 8304-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC015

Collection Name

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

Reference Code

PC015.002.310.8304-B

Places

Framingham (Middlesex county, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Conservation Note

NEEDS PRESERVATION: The top right corner of this negative is broken off.

Description Level

Item

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