William F. Reeves Elevated Railroads Photograph Collection [1868]-1933

Coe, N. L.

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Instantaneous Photo View Company

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Hall, George P. (American photographer, 1832-1900)

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Bostick, James A.

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Interborough Rapid Transit Company

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Commuter railroad service in Brooklyn dates to 1834 and the founding of the Long Island Railroad (LIRR) during that year. Originally conceived as a means to connect Brooklyn to Boston, Massachusetts more directly, the LIRR played a significant role in the development and economic growth of Long Island's suburban communities, particularly after the railroad was directly linked to Manhattan in the 1880s. As of 2010, the LIRR is the largest and busiest commuter railroad in the United S...

Suburban Rapid Transit Railway (New York, N.Y.)

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Manhattan Railway Company

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The Manhattan Railway Company began operating elevated railways in New York City in 1875. In 1879, it leased the lines operated by the New York Elevated Railway Company, founded in 1872, and the Metropolitan Elevated Railway, established in 1878. The Manhattan Railway Company's lines and operations were then leased by the Interborough Rapid Transit Company in 1902. From the description of Vouchers, 1881. (New York State Library). WorldCat record id: 779542761 From the descri...

Reid, J., photographer

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