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Title

Populations Tributary to Boston Elev. System

Date

February 23, 1910

People

Artist: Paul Rowell, American active 1898-1935

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Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, Gift of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, Boston Transit Collection, 5.2002.602

Human Generated Data

Title

Populations Tributary to Boston Elev. System

People

Artist: Paul Rowell, American active 1898-1935

Date

February 23, 1910

Classification

Photographs

Credit Line

Harvard Art Museums/Fogg Museum, Transfer from the Carpenter Center for the Visual Arts, Gift of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, Boston Transit Collection, 5.2002.602

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No features identified

Clarifai

Poster

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Microsoft
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Created by general-english-image-caption-blip on 2025-05-28

a photograph of a map of the city of london showing the location of the underground

Created by general-english-image-caption-blip-2 on 2025-07-04

a black and white photo of a map of the city

OpenAI GPT

Created by gpt-4o-2024-11-20 on 2025-06-10

This image is a historical map depicting a proposed rapid transit system for the Boston metropolitan area. The black-and-white map outlines various subway and elevated rail lines radiating from the central downtown area to surrounding suburbs. The map labels areas served by distinct transit lines (marked as A, B, C, D, and E), referencing tunnels, subways, elevated tracks, and reservation lines. Key population numbers are listed for regions corresponding to each transit area:

  • A: East Boston Tunnel (Population: 92,000)
  • B: Elevated (North) Washington Street Tunnel (Population: 258,200)
  • C: Cambridge Subway/East Cambridge Elevated (Population: 150,200)
  • D: Riverbank Subway/Reservation Lines (Population: 97,700)
  • E: Elevated (South) Washington Street Tunnel (Population: 391,400)

The map incorporates existing subway/elevated lines (solid white lines), proposed subway/elevated connections (dashed lines), and supplementary surface tracks. The locations of towns like Brookline, Arlington, Belmont, Chelsea, and others are marked, showing how the transit system would integrate across the region. At the bottom left, the date “Feb. 13, ’10” is noted, indicating the map was created in 1910 as a vision for future transportation in Boston.

Created by gpt-4o-2024-08-06 on 2025-06-10

The image is a black and white map illustrating a proposed rapid transit system for the Boston area as of February 13, 1910. The map identifies various towns and cities surrounding Boston, including East Boston, Somerville, Cambridge, Brookline, and several others, with main routes connecting these areas depicted as lines on the map.

A legend at the top of the map uses letters A through E to categorize different areas based on the transit tunnels or lines serving them:

  • A: Served by East Boston Tunnel
  • B: Served by Elevated (North) Washington St. Tunnel
  • C: To be served by Cambridge Subway & East Cambridge Elevated
  • D: To be served by Riverbank Subway & Reservation Lines
  • E: Served by Elevated (South) Washington St. Tunnel

The map further differentiates between existing and proposed transit lines. Existing subways and elevated lines are represented by solid white lines, while proposed subways and elevated lines are shown as dashed white lines. Surface tracks supplementing the rapid transit lines appear as regular lines.

Population numbers for different regions are also displayed on the map:

  • Region A (East Boston) has a population of 92,000.
  • Region B (northern area served by Washington St. Tunnel) has a population of 258,200.
  • Region C (Belmont area) has a population of 150,200.
  • Region D (southwestern area possibly involving Brookline and nearby regions) has a population of 97,700.
  • Region E (southern Boston area) has a population of 391,400.

Overall, the map provides a historical glimpse into the early planning stages of Boston's public transit system expansion during the early 20th century.

Anthropic Claude

Created by anthropic.claude-3-haiku-20240307-v1:0 on 2025-06-17

This image appears to be a map or diagram of the rapid transit lines and population statistics for the Boston, Massachusetts area. The map shows the existing subway and elevated lines, as well as proposed future subway and elevated lines. It also provides population figures for various neighborhoods and towns in the region. The image does not contain any human faces, so I will simply describe the contents of the map without identifying any individuals.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-opus-20240229-v1:0 on 2025-06-17

The image shows a map of proposed subway and elevated transit lines in the Boston area. The map legend indicates which lines are served by the East Boston Tunnel, Elevated (North) Washington St. Tunnel, Cambridge Subway/East Cambridge Elevated, Riverbank Subway/Reservation Lines, and Elevated (South) Washington St. Tunnel. Surface lines are shown to supplement the rapid transit lines.

The map itself depicts the routes of the proposed subway and elevated lines radiating out from central Boston to surrounding areas like Woburn, Winchester, Melrose, Revere, Chelsea, Winthrop, Quincy, and Hyde Park. Population figures are provided for some of these outlying towns and neighborhoods.

Overall, it presents an early 20th century vision for expanding public transit infrastructure to serve Boston's growing metropolitan region. The map provides insight into historical transportation planning priorities and the extensive rail network once envisioned for the area.

Created by us.anthropic.claude-3-5-sonnet-20241022-v2:0 on 2025-06-17

This is a historical transit map of the Greater Boston area, showing various subway, elevated, and surface transit lines. The map appears to be in black and white, with different line styles indicating different types of service. At the top, there's a legend explaining that:

  • A = Served by East Boston Tunnel
  • B = Served by Elevated (North) & Washington St. Tunnel
  • C = Served by Cambridge Subway & East Cambridge Elevated
  • D = To be served by Riverbank Subway & Reservation Lines
  • E = Served by Elevated (South) & Washington St. Tunnel

The map shows surrounding communities like Woburn, Winchester, Melrose, Lynn, Revere, and Winthrop to the north, and extends south to Hyde Park. Population figures are shown for some areas, such as "256,200" for one region. The different types of transit lines are shown using solid lines, dotted lines, and other markings as indicated in the legend. This appears to be a planning or reference document, possibly from the early 20th century, showing both existing and proposed transit routes throughout the metropolitan area.

Meta Llama

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-11b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image depicts a black-and-white map of Boston, Massachusetts, featuring various lines and symbols that represent different transportation routes and infrastructure. The map appears to be a vintage or historical document, likely created in the early 20th century.

Here is a detailed description of the image:

  • Map Title: The title of the map is not visible, but it appears to be a map of Boston, Massachusetts.
  • Map Legend: The legend at the top of the map explains the symbols used to represent different transportation routes and infrastructure. The legend includes the following information:
    • A - Served by East Boston Tunnel: This symbol indicates that a particular area is served by the East Boston Tunnel.
    • B - Served by Elevated (North) Washington St. Tunnel: This symbol indicates that a particular area is served by the Elevated (North) Washington St. Tunnel.
    • C - To be served by Cambridge Subway: This symbol indicates that a particular area will be served by the Cambridge Subway.
    • D - To be served by Riverbank Subway Reservation Lines: This symbol indicates that a particular area will be served by the Riverbank Subway Reservation Lines.
    • E - Served by Elevated (South) Washington St. Tunnel: This symbol indicates that a particular area is served by the Elevated (South) Washington St. Tunnel.
    • All Rapid Transit Lines Supplemented by Surface Lines: This symbol indicates that a particular area has rapid transit lines supplemented by surface lines.
    • Surface Tracks Shown Thus: This symbol indicates that surface tracks are shown on the map.
    • Existing Subways, Elevated Lines Shown Thus: This symbol indicates that existing subways and elevated lines are shown on the map.
    • Proposed Subways, Elevated Lines Shown Thus: This symbol indicates that proposed subways and elevated lines are shown on the map.
  • Map Features: The map features several lines and symbols that represent different transportation routes and infrastructure. These include:
    • Railroads: The map shows several railroad lines, including the Boston and Albany Railroad, the Boston and Maine Railroad, and the Old Colony Railroad.
    • Subways: The map shows several subway lines, including the Cambridge Subway and the Riverbank Subway Reservation Lines.
    • Elevated Lines: The map shows several elevated lines, including the Elevated (North) Washington St. Tunnel and the Elevated (South) Washington St. Tunnel.
    • Surface Tracks: The map shows several surface tracks, including those used by streetcars and buses.
    • Population: The map shows the population of different areas of Boston, with higher population densities indicated by thicker lines.
  • Other Features: The map also features several other symbols and markings, including:
    • Park: The map shows several parks, including Boston Common and the Public Garden.
    • River: The map shows the Charles River, which runs through the center of Boston.
    • Hill: The map shows several hills, including Beacon Hill and the Back Bay.
    • Street: The map shows several streets, including Commonwealth Avenue and Boylston Street.

In summary, the image depicts a vintage map of Boston, Massachusetts, featuring various lines and symbols that represent different transportation routes and infrastructure. The map includes a legend that explains the symbols used to represent different transportation routes and infrastructure, and it shows several features of the city, including railroads, subways, elevated lines, surface tracks, parks, rivers, hills, and streets.

Created by us.meta.llama3-2-90b-instruct-v1:0 on 2025-06-10

The image is a black-and-white map of Boston, Massachusetts, with white lines and text overlaid on it. The map appears to be a plan for the Boston subway system, showing existing and proposed lines.

Key Features:

  • A key at the top of the image explains the different types of lines shown on the map:
    • A: Served by East Boston Tunnel
    • B: Served by Elevated (North) Washington St. Tunnel
    • C: To be served by Cambridge Subway
    • D: To be served by Riverbank Subway
    • E: Served by Elevated (South) Washington St. Tunnel
  • The map shows the city of Boston, with various neighborhoods and landmarks labeled.
  • Several lines are shown on the map, including:
    • Existing subway lines
    • Proposed subway lines
    • Elevated lines
  • Population figures are shown for several areas of the city.
  • The map also includes a note at the bottom indicating that it was created by the Boston Elevated Railway Company in February 1910.

Overall:

The image provides a detailed plan for the Boston subway system, showing both existing and proposed lines. It is likely that this map was used as a reference for planning and development purposes.

Amazon Nova

Created by amazon.nova-lite-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image is a map of Boston and its surrounding areas, showing various transit lines and their routes. The map is divided into sections, each labeled with a letter and a description of the transit lines that serve that area. The map also includes population data for each area, with the population figures listed in white text on a black background. The map is dated February 23, 1973, and includes a reference to the Boston Elevated Railway. The map is a detailed and informative representation of the transit system in and around Boston during the early 1970s.

Created by amazon.nova-pro-v1:0 on 2025-06-09

The image is a black and white map of the Boston Transit System. The map shows the existing and proposed subways and elevated lines in the Boston area. The map also includes a legend that explains the different symbols and lines used on the map. The map is divided into different sections, each with a different color and symbol. The map also includes the population of each area and the different subways and elevated lines that serve each area.

Google Gemini

Created by gemini-2.0-flash-lite on 2025-05-26

Here's a description of the image:

Overall:

The image is a black and white map of the Boston metropolitan area, likely depicting the proposed and existing rapid transit system. It appears to be a historical document, potentially a blueprint or technical drawing.

Key Features:

  • Transit Lines: The map features various lines representing different transit routes. Solid lines likely indicate existing routes, while dashed or dotted lines represent proposed or potential routes.

  • Letter Codes: Letter codes (A, B, C, D, E) are used to designate different types of transit services, as explained in the key at the top.

  • Place Names: The map includes place names, such as Boston, Cambridge, Chelsea, Revere, Belmont, Winchester, and others, to help visualize the area.

  • Population Data: Circular areas marked with populations such as 92,000 (A), 258,200 (B), 150,200 (C), 97,700 (D), 391,400 (E).

  • Key: The legend defines the types of services and what their corresponding line types mean (surface, existing, and proposed).

Layout and Details:

  • The layout provides a general overview of Boston and the surrounding suburbs.
  • The map has a slightly aged or worn appearance, which gives it a vintage feel.

Inference:

The image seems to be a map plan or a visual aid for urban planning or transportation. It likely showcases the proposed and existing transit systems, potentially aimed at improving the city's transportation network. The document's date (Feb. 23.10) suggests that this image might be over a century old.

Created by gemini-2.0-flash on 2025-05-26

Here's a description of the image:

Overall Impression:

The image is a black and white plan or map, likely a proposal for a transit system, particularly for Boston, Massachusetts. The map details existing and proposed subway and elevated train lines, as well as population data for different areas. The map appears to be older, perhaps from the early 20th century.

Key Elements:

  • Text at the Top: A key or legend is provided at the top, labeling transit lines with letters (A, B, C, D, E). It identifies which areas are served by various transit options (e.g., East Boston Tunnel, Elevated Washington St. Tunnel, Cambridge Subway).
  • Transit Lines: The map shows existing and proposed subway and elevated lines. The lines are represented by different styles: solid lines for existing and dashed/dotted lines for proposed. The transit lines appear to converge towards a central area, representing downtown Boston.
  • Geographic Features: The map includes geographic features such as the coastline, rivers, and outlines of cities/towns like Boston, Cambridge, Belmont, Winchester, etc.
  • Population Data: There are population numbers listed for specific areas (e.g., Belmont, Boston, etc.) and they are labeled with the same letters as the transit line legends. This suggests a correlation between proposed transit services and population centers.
  • Bordering the Image: The edges show that this is a copy of a larger document, and it looks to have been copied via some sort of photography process. There are some hand written notes along the bottom edge.
  • Date: It looks like there is a handwritten date of "Feb. 23. 10" at the bottom right, suggesting this was produced in February 23, 1910.

Visual Style:

The image is in black and white, giving it a historical feel. The lines and text are clear, but the overall aesthetic is that of a technical drawing or blueprint.

In Conclusion:

The image is a fascinating historical document showing a proposed transit plan for the Boston area, with details on existing and proposed lines, and a focus on connecting population centers.

Mistral Pixtral

Created by us.mistral.pixtral-large-2502-v1:0 on 2025-06-06

The image is a historical map of the Boston area, detailing various rapid transit lines and their proposed extensions as of February 1916. Here is a detailed summary:

  1. Legend and Symbols:

    • Surface Tracks: Represented by single lines.
    • Existing Subways/Elevated Lines: Represented by double lines.
    • Proposed Subways/Elevated Lines: Represented by dashed double lines.
  2. Transit Lines and Areas:

    • A: Served by the East Boston Tunnel.
    • B: Served by the Elevated (North) Washington Street Tunnel.
    • C: To be served by the Cambridge Subway and East Cambridge Elevated.
    • D: To be served by the Riverbank Subway and Reservation Lines.
    • E: Served by the Elevated (South) Washington Street Tunnel.
  3. Population Centers:

    • East Boston: Population 92,000.
    • Somerville: Population 258,200.
    • Belmont: Population 150,200.
    • Roxbury: Population 97,700.
    • Dorchester: Population 391,400.
  4. Geographical Coverage:

    • The map covers a wide area including towns such as Lexington, Woburn, Winchester, Medford, Stoneham, Melrose, Saugus, Lynn, Revere, Chelsea, Watertown, Belmont, Roxbury, Dorchester, and Hyde Park.
    • Major transit lines are shown radiating from the central Boston area, connecting to these surrounding towns.
  5. Transit Network:

    • The map shows a comprehensive network of existing and proposed rapid transit lines, indicating a well-planned public transportation system aimed at connecting various parts of the Boston metropolitan area.
    • The proposed lines suggest an expansion of the transit system to better serve the growing population and urban development.

This map provides a snapshot of the transportation infrastructure in Boston during the early 20th century, highlighting the city's efforts to enhance connectivity and mobility for its residents.

Qwen

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-7B-Instruct on 2025-07-08

The image is a historical map of Boston, Massachusetts, detailing the planned and existing rapid transit lines. The map is labeled with various letters (A through E) corresponding to specific transit routes or tunnels:

  • A: Served by the East Boston Tunnel.
  • B: Served by the Elevated North Washington Street Tunnel.
  • C: To be served by the Cambridge Subway and East Cambridge Elevated.
  • D: To be served by the Riverbank Subway Reservation Lines.
  • E: Served by the Elevated South Washington Street Tunnel.

The map also indicates existing subways with solid lines, elevated lines with dotted lines, and proposed subways and elevated lines with dashed lines. Population numbers are noted for certain areas, such as 258,200 for an area labeled "B," 92,000 for "A," 150,200 for "C," 97,700 for "D," and 391,400 for "E."

The map is detailed, showing the geographic layout of the city and the planned transit network, which was a significant focus of urban development in Boston during that time. The map is signed by the Boston Public Library, dated February 13, 1935, and has a reference number "3809B."

Created by Qwen/Qwen2.5-VL-72B-Instruct on 2025-07-08

This is a historical black-and-white map of the Greater Boston area, showing a proposed rapid transit system. The map includes both existing and proposed routes. Here are the key features:

  1. Transportation Lines:

    • A: Served by East Boston Tunnel.
    • B: Served by Elevated (North) and Washington Street Tunnel.
    • C: To be served by Cambridge Subway and East Cambridge Elevated.
    • D: To be served by Riverbank Subway and Reservation Lines.
    • E: Served by Elevated (South) and Washington Street Tunnel.
    • All rapid transit lines are supplemented by surface lines.
  2. Line Representations:

    • Surface tracks are shown with solid lines.
    • Existing subways and elevated lines are shown with dashed lines.
    • Proposed subways and elevated lines are shown with dotted lines.
  3. Population Data:

    • Population figures are provided for various areas:
      • Population 258,200 (B)
      • Population 150,200 (C)
      • Population 92,000 (A)
      • Population 97,700 (D)
      • Population 391,400 (E)
  4. Geographical Features:

    • The map includes various cities and towns around Boston, such as Winchester, Medford, Arlington, Belmont, Waltham, Chelsea, Winthrop, and others.
    • Major bodies of water and rivers are also depicted.
  5. Notes and Labels:

    • The map includes notes and labels indicating the purpose and coverage of each transit line.
    • The bottom of the map has some text that appears to be a date or reference, "Feb. 22, '10."

This map provides a detailed look at the planned rapid transit infrastructure for the Greater Boston area, highlighting both the existing and proposed routes along with population data for different regions.

Text analysis

Amazon

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