Description: Ye-Olde Photos Collection Charlestown, Massachusetts - Thompson Square Station MTA (1957) Type 1 photograph "View of Thompson Square Elevator Station from rear (end) window of moving train as it proceeded towards Sullivan Square - Charlestown Mass. October 12, 1957" Thompson Square station opened on May 22, 1902, almost a year after the rest of the Charlestown Elevated line, as an infill station. On December 5, 1960, the MTA began operating "modified express service" on the Elevated during the morning rush hour. Every other train bypassed Thompson Square and three other stations. This was discontinued in September 1961 to reduce wait times at the skipped stations, all of which were outdoors. It was closed in 1975, when the line was rerouted into a tunnel that was constructed as part of the Haymarket North Extension project.The station was lowered to the ground, with plans to reuse the structure as a restaurant, but it was destroyed by fire on April 19, 1976, before the conversion could be done. This is a stunning photograph of the Charlestown Massachusetts Railroad Station taken in 1965. 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 Suffolk 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: 25 USD
Location: Stoughton, Massachusetts
End Time: 2024-11-18T21:49:11.000Z
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