Bridge #131, south wing and abutment, Chester, Massachusetts, 8878-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

ca. 1903

GUSN

GUSN-384612

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Description

The image shows the south wing and abutment of Bridge #131 in Chester, Massachusetts. The structure is composed of large stone blocks, forming a sturdy base for the bridge. Vegetation is visible in the foreground. Portions of the bridge's metal components are visible above the stonework.

Details

Descriptive Terms

railroads
bridges (built works)
abutments
rivers
hills
trees
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP013518
B-Series negative 8878-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

PC015.002.190.8878-B

Places

Chester (Hampden 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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