Platform in freight yard, Worcester, Massachusetts, 5969-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1890-1925

GUSN

GUSN-383232

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Description

The image depicts a platform in a freight yard located in Worcester, Massachusetts. The platform is made of wood and is situated alongside a set of train tracks. Visible on the platform are a few barrels, a cart, and a wicker basket. A man in a suit and hat stands on the right side of the platform, leaning against the brick building behind him. The building features large windows and an open doorway leading inside.

Details

Descriptive Terms

railroad yards
railroads
freight
men (male humans)
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP011952
B-Series negative 5969-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

PC015.002.640.5969-B

Places

Worcester (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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