Description: Ye-Olde Photos Collection Waltham Massachusetts Railroad Station on Carter Street. "Waltham R.R. Station - Carter St. Boston & Maine Railroad. View from Elm Street by tracks facing Moody Street. Waltham, Massachusetts - September 3, 1951" The Fitchburg Railroad opened west to Waltham on December 20, 1843, then to Concord on June 17, 1844. The Watertown Branch was extended to Waltham in 1851, meeting the Fitchburg mainline with a wye.[1] An interlocking tower at Elm Street controlled the junction. By 1875, the station was located on the north side of the tracks on the west side of Elm Street. Construction of a new station began in 1887. It was located on the north side of the tracks, just west of the existing station. The new station was made of brick with brownstone trim, with a clocktower. It opened on July 23, 1888. The Fitchburg Railroad was acquired by the Boston and Maine Railroad (B&M) in 1900. Elimination of the grade crossings at the station was considered in the 1910s, but never completed.[9][10] Watertown Branch passenger service ended on July 9, 1938, though the line remained in use for freight until the early 20th century. The station building was demolished around 1962. The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) was formed in 1964 and began subsidizing B&M commuter service the following year. Accessible mini-high platforms were added in 2007. Type 1 photo This is a stunning photograph of the Waltham Railroad Station in Waltham Mass taken in 1951. The image captures the essence of the station and its surroundings, making it a great addition to any collection. The photograph is of high quality and is perfect for anyone interested in transportation and railroadiana in Middlesex County Mass. Ma. The image is a Type 1 photo and is sure to impress anyone who sees it. It is a great piece of history and would make a wonderful conversation starter. This photograph is perfect for collectors or anyone who appreciates the beauty of vintage transportation memorabilia.
Price: 30 USD
Location: Stoughton, Massachusetts
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