Commonwealth Avenue Street Railway collection, 1898-1958, undated
Dates
- Creation: 1898-1958, undated
Scope and Contents
Photographs and ephemera created by the Massachusetts Transit Authority (MTA). Included are maps, routes, schedules, and stock certificates, as well as photographs of the trains and the MTA office.
Creator
- From the Collection: Norumbega Park (Auburndale, Mass.) (1897-1963) (Organization)
- From the Collection: Pollock, Robert F. (Francis), 1941-2004 (Person)
Restrictions on access
Collection is open for research.
Video recordings have been digitally copied; all original media was retained, but may not be played due to format. Digital use copies can only be accessed in the Burns Library Reading Room.
Film reels have not been reformatted and are not available for playback due to format impermanence. Please let Reading Room staff know of your specific interest, and if possible reformatting will be scheduled.
Negatives in box 161131 are not an access medium and are not available for use; print photographs in box 1 are available for access.
Extent
2.5 Linear Feet (3 containers)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Arrangement
Alphabetical.
Repository Details
Part of the John J. Burns Library Repository
John J. Burns Library
Boston College
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill MA 02467 USA
617-552-4861
burns@bc.libanswers.com