Construction of signal tower #28, in connection with new Union Station, Worcester, Mass., 10062-B

Description

The image shows the construction of signal tower #28 associated with the new Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts. The structure is surrounded by scaffolding and several workers are visible on the site. There are piles of construction materials and tools scattered around the area. In the background, part of a residential street and a billboard can be seen.

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Descriptive Terms

railroad signal towers
construction (assembling)
exterior views
piers (supporting elements)
workers
trees
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP002980
B-Series negative 10062-B

Physical Descrption

1 glass plate negative

Collection Code

PC015

Collection Name

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

Reference Code

PC015.002.660.10062-B

Places

Worcester (Worcester county, Massachusetts)

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Subjects

Construction

Description Level

Item

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Construction of signal tower #28, in connection with new Union Station, Worcester, Mass., 10062-B

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