Attleboro before the Grade Crossing were abolished

Context: Attleboro before the Grade Crossings were abolished

• View and Setting: This postcard features a collage of photographs showing different views of Attleboro, Massachusetts, from 1905. The images capture the town before the grade crossings were removed, highlighting various street and railway scenes.
• Prominent Features:
  • Multiple Views:
    • The postcard includes six different photographs, each depicting a different location in Attleboro.
    • The photographs are arranged in a somewhat scattered fashion, with each one slightly tilted.
  • Key Elements in the Images:
    • Railway Crossings: Several images prominently feature railway tracks crossing through streets, indicative of the period before these crossings were abolished.
    • Buildings and Streets: The photographs show various buildings, streets, and intersections in Attleboro, giving a glimpse into the town’s infrastructure and architecture in the early 20th century.
    • Signage and Street Features: There are visible signs and street features like utility poles, which add to the historical context.
    • Historical Context: The images provide a sense of the urban layout and the coexistence of rail and road transport at the time.
  • Caption and Date:
    • The central image has “1905” written on it, marking the year the photographs were taken.
    • The caption at the bottom reads “Attleboro before the Grade Crossings were abolished,” providing context for the collage.
    • The copyright notice at the bottom left reads “COPYRIGHT 1905. A. A. NELSON,” indicating the photographer or publisher of the postcard.

Black and White Photography: The use of black and white photography is typical of the era, giving it a vintage feel.