Photographs of marine construction, 1907-1910.

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Photographs of marine construction, 1907-1910.

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As part of its function to protect and develop Massachusetts waterways and public lands, the Board of Harbor and Land Commissioners was responsible for licensing and oversight of construction in these areas. These photographs accompanied a report sent to the board comparing the use of concrete and granite as building materials for construction of a dry dock.

19 photographs ; 20 x 25 cm. (1 file folder in partial box)

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Commonwealth of Massachusetts State Archives

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Board of Harbor and Land Commissioners of Massachusetts

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