Bridge #195 under construction, looking north, East Chatham, Chatham, New York, 6197-B

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Collection Type

  • Photography

Date

1890-1925

GUSN

GUSN-383459

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Description

The image depicts Bridge #195 under construction in East Chatham, Chatham, New York, looking north. The partially completed structure features wooden scaffolding and forms, with an arched concrete section visible over a small stream. In the background, leafless trees and a utility pole are present.

Details

Descriptive Terms

bridges (built works)
construction (assembling)
railroads
trees
utility poles
photographs
gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Additional Identification Number

IMLS Negative Barcode NP012179
B-Series negative 6197-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

PC015.002.800.6197-B

Places

East Chatham (Columbia county, New York state)

Record Details

Originator

Boston and Albany Railroad Co.

Material Type

gelatin dry plate negatives
negatives (photographic)

Description Level

Item

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