View of grade crossing, Gilbertville, Hardwick, Massachusetts, 5603-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1890-1925

GUSN

GUSN-382888

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Description

The image shows a railroad grade crossing in Gilbertville, Hardwick, Massachusetts. The crossing is marked by a sign that reads "RAIL ROAD CROSSING" with an additional cautionary message below. Snow covers the surrounding ground, and leafless trees and a large house are visible in the background. A utility pole stands near the tracks.

Details

Descriptive Terms

railroads
grade crossings
streets
houses
residential structures
exterior views
snow (precipitation)
trees
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP011607
B-Series negative 5603-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

PC015.002.330.5603-B

Places

Gilbertville (Worcester 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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