4. THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS LIBRARY "PfcVl I INDEX SPECIAL KAILROAD LAWS MASSACHUSETTS By EDWARD L. PIERCE. BOSTON: WRIGHT & POTTER, STATE PRINTERS, Corner of Milk and Federal Streets. 1874. 3** ■ P til EXPLANATION. This volume has been prepared under the authority of chapter 71 of the Resolves of 1870, which directs the railroad commissioners " to make analyses, indexes and tables of reference to the charters of the railroad corporations of the Commonwealth, and to all special laws relating to said corporations," with power to appoint a competent assistant for the purpose. Members of the legislature and others, having occa- sion to refer to such legislation, have been embar- rassed with the difficulty of tracing the large number of acts and resolves concerning railroads, beginning with the year 1826, which are printed in the com- ^ pilation of the Special Laws or the annual series of Acts and Resolves. This index or digest, collating % under the name of each company abstracts of all laws oj relating to it, is designed to facilitate and abridge the y^- labor of investigation which has been hitherto found 5 necessary. The aim has been to indicate the principal matters or points of each act or section with sufficient par- ticularity to direct to the true sources of inquiry. 240232 iv Explanation. 'No attempt has been made to dispense with the need of referring to the statute itself. That would be impracticable, as it would involve almost an entire reprinting, and require several volumes instead of one. The companies have been arranged topograpically, or in families. Thus, beginning with the south- eastern section of the State, those which have been consolidated into, or are connected with, the Old Colony Railroad Company, are arranged together. A similar arrangement is adopted for other sections by grouping together the companies which are iden- tified by corporate unions or locality. This method, it is believed, will aid the inquirer more than an alphabetical order maintained in the volume. Alpha- betical lists precede the Index and enable him to find readily the name of any company. The railroads are distributed into four classes: — 1. The steam railroads used generally for freight and passengers, occupying pages 1—426. 2. The freight railroads, occupying pages 427-449. 3. The miscel- laneous railroads or railroad tracks, occupying pages 450-462. 4. The street or horse railroads, occu- pying pages 463-494. It was not considered neces- sary to extend the abstract of the street railroad companies beyond a brief reference to the act. Foreign railroad companies referred to in the statutes of the Commonwealth are included in the same manner as the domestic companies. Explanation. v The legislation is noted under the name of each company in chronological order, beginning with the charter. But, as far as practicable, under each act, the references to later additional or amendatory legis- lation are noted in brackets. These are much ex- tended under important heads, as location and capital stock. The compilation known as the Special Laws is cited wherever the act is found in them, but the date and chapter being given, it can be traced as well in the annual series of the Acts and Resolves. This series has been carefully examined, in order to detect any acts which have been omitted from the Special Laws, as also to include resolves which are not comprised in that compilation. The reported decisions of the Supreme Judicial Court, which con- strue or illustrate the legislation, have been cited in the appropriate places. No legislation later than that of 1873 has been cited. In the addenda are four citations, which were omitted in the proper places — these referring to the Old Colony Railroad Company, the Milford and Woonsocket Railroad Company, the Rhode Island and Massachusetts Railroad Company, and the Exeter and Salisbury Railway Company. This being the first entire index of the special acts and resolves concerning railroads, now greatly multiplied in number, and covering a period of nearly vi Explanation. half a century, it may not be altogether free from defects or omissions, but no pains have been spared to realize the best attainable accuracy and complete- ness. Boston, 6 April, 1874. Alphabetical Lists. vii ALPHABETICAL LISTS. Page Adams and Bennington Railroad Corporation, 410 Agricultural Branch Eailroad Company, 236 Albany and West Stockbridge Railroad Company, 426 Amesbury Railroad Company, 175 Amberst and Belchertown Railroad Company, 365 Amherst Branch Railroad Company, 375 Andover and Haverhill Railroad Corporation, 187 Andover and Wilmington Railroad Corporation, 186 Asbury Grove Railroad Company, 168 Ashburnham Railroad Company, 281 Ashuelot Railroad Company, 384 Athol and Enfield Railroad Company, . 372 Attleborough Branch Railroad Company, 89 Barre and North Brookfield Railroad Company, 358 Barre and Worcester Railroad Company, 354 Bedford, Lexington and Arlington Railroad Company, .... 265 Bedford Railroad Company, No. 1, 264 Bedford Railroad Company, No. 2, . . 264 Bellingham Branch Railroad Company, 128 Berkshire Railroad Company, 411 Berksbire and New York Railroad Company, 421 Billerica Branch Railroad Company, 227 Boston and Albany Railroad Company, 324 Boston and Albany Railroad Corporation, 332 Boston and Lowell Railroad Corporation, 212 Boston and Maine Railroad Company, No. 1, 188 Boston and Maine Railroad Company, No. 2, 201 Boston and Maine Railroad Extension Company, 201 Boston and New York Central Railroad Company, 107 Boston and Ontario Railroad Company, . . . . . . . 225 Boston and Portland Railroad Corporation, 188 viii Alphabetical Lists. Page Boston and Providence Railroad and Transportation Company, . . 75 Boston and Providence Railroad Corporation, 65 Boston and Taunton Railroad Company, 95 Boston and "Worcester Railroad Corporation, 306 Boston, Barre and Gardner Railroad Corporation, 355 Boston, Clinton and Fitchburg Railroad Company, 239 Boston, Concord and Montreal Railroad Company, . . . . 233 Boston, Hartford and Erie Railroad Company, 121 Boston, Norwich and New London Railroad Company, .... 351 Boston, Providence and Taunton Railroad Corporation, .... 94 Brattleborough and Fitchburg Railroad Company, 290 Bridge water and Abington Branch Railroad, * 55 Bridgewater and Taunton Railroad Company, 59 Brighton and Newton Railroad Company, 333 Brighton Branch Railroad Company, 332 Brookline Branch Railroad, 313 Canal Railroad, . .- . . 400 Canton and Hyde Park Railroad Company, 78 Cape Cod Branch Railroad Company, 34 Cape Cod Central Railroad Company, 40 Cape Cod Railroad Company, 36 Charles River Railroad Company, 116 Charles River Branch Railroad Company, 115 Charlestown Branch Railroad Corporation, No. 1, 244 Charlestown Branch Railroad Company, No. 2, 245 Chebacco Branch Railroad Company, No. 1, 169 Chebacco Branch Railroad Company, No. 2, 169 Chebacco Branch Railroad Company, No. 3, 170 Cheshire Railroad Company, 277 Cohasset and Scituate Branch Railroad Corporation, .... 49 Concord Railroad Company, 233 Concord and Claremont Railroad Company, 233 Concord and Portsmouth Railroad Company, 233 Connecticut and Passumpsic Rivers Railroad Company, .... 233 Connecticut River Railroad Company, 378 Contocook River Railroad Company, N . . . 233 Danvers Railroad Company, . . 182 Da nvers and Georgetown Railroad Company, 181 Dedham Branch Railroad, 76 Dighton and Somerset Railroad Company, 23 Dorchester and Milton Branch Railroad Company, 25 Alphabetical Lists. ix Page Dorchester and Milton Extension Railroad Company, No. 1, . 27 Dorchester and Milton Extension Railroad Company, No. 2, . . .28 Duxbnry Branch Railroad Company, 51 Duxlmry and Cohasset Railroad Company, ..'.... 49 East Thompson Railroad Company, 113 East Walpole Branch Railroad Company, No. 1, 129 East Walpole Branch Railroad Company, No. 2, 129 Eastern Railroad Company, 138 Eastern Railroad Company (of New Hampshire), 159 Easton Branch Railroad Corporation, 78 Erie Railroad Company, 127 Essex Railroad Company, 206 Essex Branch Railroad Company, 167 European and North American Railway, 203 Exeter Railway Company, 173 Exeter and Salisbury Railway Company, 173, 494 Fairhaven Branch Railroad Company, 42 Fall River Railroad Company, 9 Fall River Branch Railroad Company, 6 Fall River Mill Road, Railroad and Ferry Company, .... 59 Fall River, Warren and Providence Railroad Company, .... 61 Fall River and Warren Railroad Company, 61 Farmington Valley Railroad Company, 393 Fitchburg and Worcester Railroad Company, 344 Fitchburg Railroad Company, 247 Forest River Railroad Company, 163 Foxborough Branch Railroad Company, 242 Framingham Branch Railroad Company, 269 Framingham and Lowell Railroad Company, 240 Franklin Railroad Company, 302 Fresh Pond Branch Railroad, 262 » Georgetown Branch Railroad Company, 184 Georgetown and Andover Railroad Company, 184 Georgetown and Danvers Railroad Company, 185 Gloucester Branch Railroad, 164 Gloucester and Lanesville Railroad Company, 167 Grafton aud Millbury Railroad Company, 334 Grafton Centre Railroad Company, 335 Grand Hotel Branch Railroad Company, 136 Granite Railway Company, 30 b x Alphabetical Lists. Page Great Northern Railroad Company, 232 Greenfield and Fitchbnrg Railroad Company, 279 Greenfield and Northampton Railroad Company, 378 Grey Lock Railroad Company, 420 Groton Branch Railroad Company, 273 Groton and East Wilton Railroad Company, 343 Hampden Railroad Company, 396 Hampshire and Franklin Railroad Company, . . . • . . . 393 Hampshire and Hampden Railroad Corporation, 397 Hanover Branch Railroad Company, 51 Harlem Railroad, 413 Hartford and New Haven Railroad Company, 386 Hartford and Springfield Railroad Company, 384 Hartford, Providence and Fishkill Railroad Company, .... 104 Harvard Branch Railroad Company, . . . . . . . . 268 Holyoke and Belchertown Railroad Company, 395 Holyoke and Westfield Railroad Company, 395 Hoosac Rail, or McAdamized Road Company, 405 Hopkinton Railroad Company, 337 Hopkinton Branch Railroad Company, No. 1, 335 Hopkinton Branch Railroad Company, No. 2, 335 Hopkinton and Milford Railroad Company, 336 Horn Pond Branch Railroad Company, 226 Honsatonic Railroad Company, 420 Hudson and Berkshire Railroad Company, 418 Hudson and Boston Railroad Corporation, 426 Indian Orchard Railroad Corporation, 389 Konkapot Valley Railroad Company, 414 Lake Rock Granite Company, 211 Lancaster Railroad Company, 346 Lancaster and Sterling Branch Railroad Company, 271 Lebanon Springs Railroad Company, 407 Lee and Hudson Railroad Company, 421 Lee and New Haven Railroad Company, 424 Lexington and Arlington (West Cambridge) Railroad Company, . . 262 Lexington and Chelmsford Railroad Company, 228 Lowell and Andover Railroad Company, 212 Lowell and Andover (Lowell and Lawrence) Railroad Company, . . 234 Lowell and Lawrence Railroad Company, 234 Alphabetical Lists. xi Page Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts Railroad, .... 201 Manchester and Lawrence Railroad, . . 203 Manchester and North Weare R. R. Co., 233 Mansfield and Framingham Railroad Company, 243 Mansfield and Somerset Railroad Company, 92 Marblehead Branch Railroad, . . • 161 Marblehead and Lynn Railroad Company, 162 Marblehead and Lynn Branch Railroad Company, ..... 162 Marlborough Branch Railroad Company, 272 Massachusetts Central Railroad Company, 303 Massachusetts Railroad Corporation, 338 Matfield Railroad Company, 54 Medford Branch Railroad Company, . 203 Medway Branch Railroad Company, . 127 Middleborough Railroad Corporation, ........ 7 Middleborough and Plympton Railroad Company, 54 Middleborough and Taunton Railroad Corporation, ..... 58 Middlesex Central Railroad Company, . 265 Midland Land Damage Company, 113 Midland Railroad Company, No. 1, 103 Midland Railroad Company, No. 2, ........ . 110 Milford Branch Railroad, 313 Milford and Woonsocket Railroad Company, 133, 494 Mill bury and Southbridge Railroad Company, 333 Millbury Branch Railroad, . . • . . 313 Milton Branch Railroad, 27 Monadnock Railroad Company, 279 Monaduock Railroad Company (of New Hampshire), .... 281 Montreal and Vermont Junction Railroad Company, . . . . 233 Mount Holyoke Railroad Company, 394 Mount Hope Branch Railroad, 34 Mount Hope Railroad Corporation, 96 Mount Pleasant Branch Railroad Company, 29 Mount Tom and Easthampton Railroad Company, 383 Nashua Railroad Company, 339 Nashua, Acton and Boston Railroad Company, 241 Nashua and Groton Railroad Company, 342 Nashua and Lowell Railroad Corporation, No. 1, 228 Nashua and Lowell Railroad Corporation, No. 2, 231 Nashua and Rochester Railroad Company, 343 New Bedford Railroad Company, 88 New Bedford and Fall River Railroad Company, 92 xii Alphabetical Lists. Page New Bedford ami Fall River Railway Company, 93 New Bedford aud Middleborough Railroad Company, .... 55 New Bedford and Taunton Railroad Corporation, 84 Newburyport Railroad Company, 178 Newburyport City Railroad Company, 170 New Haven and Northampton Company, 398 New Haven, Hartford and Springfield Railroad Company, . . . 386 New London Northern Railroad Company, 367 New London, Palmer and Amherst Railroad Company, .... 367 New London, Palmer and Swift River Railroad Company, . . . 371 New London, Willimantic and Palmer Railroad Company, . . . 363 New Loudon, Williniantic and Springfield Railroad Company, . . 365 Newport and Fall River Railroad Corporation, 14 New York and Boston Railroad Company, 119 New York and Harlem Railroad Company, 414 New York and New England Railroad Company, 126 New York and New Haven Railroad Company, 388 New York, Boston and Providence Railroad Company, .... 75 New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad Company, . . . 388 Norfolk County Railroad Company, 99 North Adams and Bennington Railroad Company, 411 North Attleborough Brauch Railroad Company, 90 North Beverly Branch Railroad Company, 163 Northampton and Amherst Railroad Company, 376 Northampton and Shelburne Falls Railroad Company, No. 1, . . . 401 Northampton aud Shelburne Falls Railroad Company, No. 2, . . . 401 Northampton and Springfield Railroad Corporation, 376 Northampton aud Westfield Railroad Corporation, 397 Northern Railroad Company, 233 Norwich and Worcester Railroad Company, 343 Ogdensburg aud Lake Champlain Railroad Company, .... 233 Old Colony aud Fall River Railroad Company, 11 Old Colony and Newport Railway Company, 14 Old Colony Railroad Company, 21, 426, 494 Old Colony Railroad Corporation, 1 Old Colony (New Bedford and Taunton) Railroad Corporation, . . 84 Peterborough and Shirley Railroad Company, 270 Pitrstield aud New Haveu Railroad Company, 422 Pittsfield and North Adams Railroad Corporation, 403 Pittsneld and West Stockbridge Railroad Company, No. 1, . . . 414 Pittsfield and "West Stockbridge Railroad Company, No. 2, 415 Alphabetical Lists. xiii Page Plymouth and Sandwich Railroad Company, 46 Plymouth and Vineyard Sound Railroad Company, 45 Plymouth and Warehani Railroad Company, 47 Plymouth County Railroad Company, 55 Plympton and Wareharn Railroad Company, 53 Plympton Branch Railroad Company, 53 Portland, Saco and Portsmouth Railroad Company, 159 Providence and Bristol Railroad Company, 96 Providence and Bristol Railroad Company (of Rhode Island), . . 97 Providence and Worcester Railroad Company, 352 Providence, Warren and Bristol Railroad Company, ..... 97 Providence, Warren and Fall River Railroad Company, .... 63 Providence, Warren and Fall River Railroad Company (of Rhode Island), 64 Quanapowitt Railroad Company, 211 Quincy Branch Railroad Company, 32 Quincy Point Railroad Company, 33 Randolph and Bridgewater Railroad Corporation, 8 Rhode Island and Massachusetts Railroad Company, .... 494 Rockport Railroad Company, No. 1, 165 Rockport Railroad Company, Xo. 2, 166 Rockville and Springfield Railroad Company, 370 Roxbury Branch Railroad Company, 137 Rutland Railroad Company, 290 Rutland and Burlington Railroad Company, 290 Salem and Lowell Railroad Company, 176 Salisbury and East Kingston Railroad Company, No. 1, . . . . 172 Salisbury and East Kingston Railroad Company, No. 2, . . . . 172 Salisbury Branch Railroad Company, 171 Salisbury Railroad Company, No. 1, 172 Salisbury Railroad Company, No. 2, • 414 Saugus Branch Railroad Company, 160 Seekonk Branch Railroad Company, 91 Shawmut Railroad Company, 33 Sheffield Railroad Company, 413 Sherborn and South Natick Railroad Company, 135 Silver Lake Bransh Railroad Company, 52 Silver Lake Ice Company, 53 Somerset and Mansfield Railroad Company, ...... 92 South Reading Branch Railroad Company, 209 South Shore Railroad Company, 47 xiv Alphabetical Lists. Page Southbridge and Blackstone Railroad Company, 105 Southbridge and Palmer Railroad Company, No. 1, 362 Southbridge and Palmer Railroad Company, No. 2, 362 Southern Midland Railroad Company, 114 Southern Vermont Railroad Company, 301 Springfield and Athol Railroad Company, 374 Springfield and Farmington Valley Railroad Company, .... 391 Springfield and Longmeadow Railroad Corporation, .... 389 Springfield and New London Railroad Company, 391 Springfield, Athol and Northeastern Railroad Company, .... 374 Stanstead, Shefford and Chambly Railroad Company, .... 233 Stockbridge and Pittsfield Railroad Company, 418 Stone Quarry Railroad Company, 275, 449 Stoneham Branch Railroad Company, No. 1, 204 Stonehani Branch Railroad Company, No. 2, 204 Stoneham Brauch Railroad Company, No. 3, ..... 205 Stony Brook Railroad Corporation, 274 Stoughton Branch Railroad Company, 76 Stoughton, Canton and Hyde Park Railroad Corporation, ... 80 Sullivan Railroad Company, 233 Snncook Valley Railroad Company, 233 Swift River Railroad Company, 370 Taunton Branch Railroad Corporation, 80 Taunton and Middleborough Railroad Corporation, 57 Taunton and Providence Railway Company, 89 Troy and Boston Railroad Company, 301 Troy and Greenfield Railroad Company, 291 Turner's Falls Branch Railroad Company, 291 Tyngsborough and Brookline Railroad Company, 231 Vermont and Canada Railroad Company, . 233 Vermont and Massachusetts Railroad Company, 281 Vermont Central Railroad Company, 233 Vineyard Sound Railroad Company, 44 Wakefield, Melrose and Maiden Railroad Company, 211 Walpole Railroad Company, 98 Waltham and Newton Branch Railroad Company, ...... 267 Waltham and Watertown Branch Railroad Company, .... 267 Ware River Railroad Company, No. 1, 359 Ware River Railroad Company, No. 2, 360 Watertown Branch Railroad Company, 266 Alphabetical Lists. xv Page Wayland and Sudbury Branch Railroad Company, 275 Weir Branch Railroad Corporation, 83 Wenhani Lake Branch Railroad Company, 164 Weal Amesbury Branch Railroad Company, 174 West Dedham Branch Railroad Company, 131 West Dedham Branch Railroad Corporation, 131 West Newbury Railroad Company, 185 West Stockbridge Branch Railroad Company, 418 West Stockbridge Railroad Company, 415 West Stockbridge Railroad Corporation, 416 Western Railroad Corporation, 314 Western Vermont Railroad Company, 404 Western Vermont and Massachusetts Railroad Company, . . . 404 White Mountains Railroad Company, . . 233 Williamsburg and North Adams Railroad Company, .... 408 Williamsburg, North Adams and Lebanon Springs Railroad Company, . 410 Williamstown and Hancock Railroad Company, ...... 405 Willimantic and Thompson Railroad Company, 104 Wilmington and Cambridge Railroad Company, 227 Wilmington Branch Railroad Company, 227 Wilton Railroad Company, 233 Winchendon Railroad Company, 276 Woburn Branch Railroad Company, 225 Woburn Branch Extension Railroad Company, . . . . . . 226 Wood's Hole Railroad Company, 46 Woonsocket Union Railroad Company, 136 Worcester and Nashua Railroad Company, 339 Worcester and Norwich Railroad Company, 347 Worcester and Shrewsbury Railroad Company, . " 338 Wrentham and Foxborough Railroad Company, 94 Wrentham Branch Railroad Corporation, No. 1, 132 Wrentham Branch Railroad Corporation, No. 2, 132 Wrentham Branch Railroad Corporation, No. 3, 132 FREIGHT RAILROAD COMPANIES. Albany Street Freight Railway Company, 444 Cambridgeport Railroad Company, • . 435 Charlestown Freight Railroad Company, 448 Chelsea Branch Railroad Company, 427 Commercial Freight Railway Company, . . . . . . . 439 xvi Alphabetical Lists. Page East Boston Eailroad Company, 438 East Boston Freight Railroad Company, 437 Grand Junction Eailroad and Depot Company, 428 Granite Railway Company, 449 Marginal Freight Railway Company, . . • 440 Mystic River Railroad, 445 South Boston Freight Railway Company, . . . . . . . 444 Stone Quarry Railroad Company, 275, 449 Union Railroad Company, . 435 Union Freight Horse Railroad Company, 439 Union Freight Railroad Company, 442 Weymouth Branch Freight Railroad Company, ..... 449 MISCELLANEOUS RAILROADS AND TRACKS. North American Steam Coach Company, 450 Pneumatic Dispatch Company of Massachusetts, 450 Worcester Railroad Company, 451 Worcester Branch Railroad Company, No. 1, 451 Worcester Branch Railroad Company, No. 2, 451 Marine Railways in Barnstable, 461 Beverly, 459 Boston, 458 Charlestown, 458 Chatham, 462 Edgartown, 461 Fairhaven, 460 Gloucester, 459 Holmes' Hole, 461 New Bedford, 460 Plymouth, 460 Provincetown, 462 Quincy, 460 Rochester, 460 Alphabetical Lists. xvii Page Marine Railways in Salem, 459 Salisbury, . . 460 Wellfleet, 462 Railroad Tracks in Abington, 455 Boston, ' . . . 452 Chelsea and Maiden, 454 Fairhaven, 455 Fall River, 455 Gloucester and Rockport, 456 Groton, 457 Hanover, 456 Holyoke and South Hadley, 458 Lowell, "... 457 Mansfield, 456 Marlborough, 457 Monson, 458 Newburyport, 457 Provincetown, 456 Quincy, 455 Worcester, 457 STREET RAILROAD COMPANIES. Arlington and Lexington Street Railway Company, 473 Arlington Horse Railroad Company, 473 Belmont Horse Railroad Company, . . 474 Boston and Chelsea Railroad Company, 481 Boston and Lynn Union Railway Company, 484 Boston and West Roxbury Railroad Company, 466 Boston, Lynn and Peabody Railway Company, 484 Broadway Railroad Company, 467 Brookline Railroad Company, . . 464 Brookline and Back Bay Street Railway Company, 465 Cambridge Railroad Company, 470 Campello, North Bridgewater and Holbrook Street Railway Company, . 490 Chelsea and East Boston Street Railway Company, 482 Chelsea Beach Railroad Company, 482 Cliftondalo Railroad Company, 478 Cohasset and Scituate Street Railway Company, 490 c xviii Alphabetical Lists. Page Dedham and West Roxbury Railroad Company, 466 Dorchester Avenue Railroad Company, 468 Dorchester Extension Railway Company, 469 Dorchester and Roxbury Railroad Company, 469 Dnxbury Railroad Company, 490 Duxbury Street Railroad Company, 490 Everett and Chelsea Street Railway Company, 483 Fall River Street Railway Company, 490 Fitchburg Street Railway Company, 490 Graves End Branch Street Railway Company, . . . . . 485 Highland Street Railway Company, 467 Hyde Park Branch Railway Company, 488 * Kenoza Street Railway Company, 488 Lowell Horse Railroad Company, 487 Lynn City Street Railway Company, 484 Lynn and Boston Railroad Company, 483 Maiden and Melrose Railroad Company, 477 Medford and Charlestown Railroad Company, 476 Melrose and South Reading Horse Railroad Company, . . . . 477 Melrose and South Reading Railroad Company, 477 Merrimac Street Railway Company, . , 488 Merrimac Valley Horse Railroad Company, 487 Metropolitan Railroad Company, 463 Middlesex Railroad Company, 475 New Bedford Street Railroad Company, . . . . - . . . 489 New Bedford and Fairhaven Railway Company, 489 New Bedford and Fairhaven Street Railway Company, No. 1, . . . 489 New Bedford and Fairhaven Street Railway Company, No. 2, . . . 489 Newburyport and Amesbury Horse Railroad Company, . . . . 486 Newburyport and Plum Island Street Railway Company, . . . 487 Newton Railroad Company, 473 Nonantura Railroad Company, 474 North Woburn Street Railroad Company, 478 Northampton Street Railway Company, . 493 Northampton and Williamsburg Street Railway Company, . . . 492 Northampton, Hadley and Amherst Street Railway Company, . . 493 Alphabetical Lists. xix Page Quincy Railroad Company, 470 Quincy Point Street Railway Company, 470 Salem Street Railway, 486 Salem and South Danvers Railroad Company, 485 Somerville Horse Railroad Company, 474 South Boston Railroad Company, . . . . . . . . 468 South Danvers and Lynn Street Railway Company, . . . . . 486 Springfield Horse Railroad Company, 492 Springfield Street Railway Company, 492 Stoneham Street Railroad Company, 478 Suburban Railroad Company, . . • 479 Suffolk Railroad Company, 479 Taunton Street Railway Company, . . 488 Union Railway Company, 472 Waltham and Newton Street Railway Company, 474 Waltham and Watertown Railroad Company, 473 West Cambridge Horse Railroad Company, 472 West Roxbury Railroad Company, 465 Western Avenue Railroad Company, » . 466 Westfield Street Railway Company, 493 Winnisimmet Railroad Company, 482 Winthrop Railroad Company, 480 Worcester Horse Railroad Company, 490 Worcester Street Railway Company, 491 Worcester and Shrewsbury Street Railway Company, .... 491 INDEX OF THE SPECIAL RAILROAD LAWS OF MASSACHUSETTS. [The reference, S. L., is to the Massachusetts Special Laws.] OLD COLONY RAILROAD CORPORATION.* 1844— (March 16). Ch. 150; vol. 8 Special Laws, 389. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from South Boston to Plymouth by one of two routes. [Location changed, enlarged, and extended. 1845, ch. 126 ; 8 S. L. 456. From South Boston to the vicinity of Albany and Beach streets in Boston. 1845, ch. 226 ; 8 S. L. 504. Randolph and Bridgewater R. R. from Bridgewater to Braintree or Quincy. 1845, ch. 241 ; 8 S. L. 516. Branch from Abington to Bridgewater. 1846, ch. 228 ; 8 S L. 645. Dorchester and Milton Branch R. R. 1852, ch. 124; 9 S. L. 478. " " " 1857, ch. 162; 10 S. L. 695. " " " 1847, ch. 85 ; 8 S. L. 727. Extension to Kneeland street in Boston. 1848, ch. 84 ; 8 S. L. 885. Second track between Boston and South Braintree. " " " Branch in Quincy through Mt. Hope to Granite R. " " * Branch in Dorchester to deep water at Commercial Point. 1849, ch. 163 ; 9 S. L. 65. Authority to discontinue any part of its road in Boston.] § 3. May construct a bridge over the Neponset River, to be used solely for the purposes of the railroad. § 4. May construct and maintain draws across the Neponset River and Dorchester Bay in the manner provided. * This corporation is to be distinguished from one of the same name created under 1838, ch. 103, 8 S. L. 44, the name of which was changed by 1839, ch. 71, 8 S. L. 105, to the New Bedford and Taunton Railroad Corporation. Note, also, that the Old Colony Railroad Company was formed by the corporate union of the Old Colony and Newport Railway Company with the Cape Cod Railroad Company, under 1872, ch. 143 ; Acts and Res. 110. Old Colony Railroad Corporation. § 5. Capital stock not to exceed $1,000,000. [Additions to capital stock authorized. 1845, ch. 226 ; 8 S. L. 504. $400,000 for Randolph and Bridgewater branch. 1845, ch. 241 ; 8 S. L. 516. $400,000. 1846. ch. 178 ; 8 S. L. 629. $500,000 for completing and building second track. 1846, ch. 228 ; 8 S. L. 645. $90,000 for the purchase of the Dorchester and Milton Branch R. R. 1847, ch. 85 ; 8 S. L. 727. $100,000. 1848, ch. 84 ; 8 S. L. 885. $100,000.] § 5. May hold real and personal estate. § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. Location to be within three years, and completion within six years. § 8. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority, with a proviso. 1845— (March 14). Ch. 120; 8 S. L. 453. May build bridge over Jones' River in Kingston, with a draw to be made and regulated in a certain manner. (March 15). Ch. 126 ; 8 S. L. 456, § 1. May extend its rail- road from South Boston to the vicinity of Albany and Beach streets in Boston, with a proviso as to the consent of the Boston and "Worcester R. R. Cor. to a part of the extension. § 2. The bridge across the channel, and the draw to be con- structed and maintained in a certain manner. § 3. The motive power and rate of speed for crossing streets in Boston to be regulated by the maj-or and aldermen. (March 25). Ch. 226 ; 8 S. L.-504, §§ 2, 3. The Randolph and Bridgewater R. R. Cor. may, on certain conditions, enter on. § 8. May subscribe by a vote of the stockholders for the whole of the stock of the Randolph and Bridgewater R. R. Cor., and shall have, till May 1, 1845, priority over other subscribers, with the duty upon such subscription to build the same. § 9. May accept the charter of Randolph and Bridgewater R. R. Cor., and thereby succeed to its franchises, and become bound to construct said branch railroad from Bridge- water to O. C. R. R. in Braintree or Quincy, and com- plete it by January 1, 1847, and may increase capital stock therefor by $400,000. Old Colony Railroad Corporation. 3 § 10. Shall, if accepting the charter, complete the branch rail- road contemplated before commencing an} r other be- tween Abington or South Abington and Bridgewater. 1845— (March 26). Ch. 241; 8 S. L. 516, § 1. May construct a branch railroad from its road in Abington to Bridgewater. § 2. Location to be within one year, and completion within three 3'ears. § 3. Shall have the same powers in relation to the branch as under original charter and general laws. § 4. Not to commence the construction before April 1, 1846. § 5. May increase capital stock by $400,000. 1846— (March 26). Ch. 152 ; 8 S. L. 608, §§ 2, 6. The South Shore R. R. Co. may unite its road with that of the Old Colony R. R. Cor. in Quincy. (April 6). Ch. 178; 8 S. L. 629, § 1. May increase cap- ital stock $500,000 for completing road and building second track. § 2. Disposition of, and assessments upon shares. (April 6) . Ch. 185 ; 8 S. L. 632, § § 2, 5. The Hanover Branch R. R. Co. may enter on in Abington. [1864, ch. 155 ; 11 S. L. 537, only as to local trains, except with consent.] § 7. The Hanover Branch R. R. Co. may transfer its property and franchises to. (April 16). Ch. 228 ; 8 S. L. 645, §§ 2, 5. The Dorchester and Milton Branch R. R. Co. ma} r enter on in Neponset village. § 7. The D. & M. Branch R. R. Co. may transfer its property and franchise to Old Colony R. R. Cor. in the manner provided, and the O. C. R. R. Cor. ma} r , for the pur- chase, increase its capital stock by $90,000. ' [1852, ch. 124 ; 9 S. L. 478. 1857, ch. 162; 10 S. L. 695.] (April 16). Ch. 232 ; 8 S. L. 649, §§ 1, 2. The Granite Rail- way Co. may enter on and make junction with and con- struct a branch from. § 4. The said G. R. Co. may sell its road and rights and privileges to the Old Colony R. R. Cor. [1848, ch. 84, $ 4, 8 S. L. 885. 1870, ch. 378, 12 S. L. 1054. 1871, ch. 54, $ 3, Acts and Res. 468.] 4 Old Colony Railroad Corporation. 1847— (March 13) . Ch. 85 ; 8 S. L. 727, § 1. May extend in Boston to Kneeland Street. [1861, ch. 137 ; 11 S. L. 194.] § 2. Rigbt to construct and maintain the bridge across the channel not impaired. § 3. Motive power and rate of speed for crossing streets to be regulated by mayor and aldermen. § 4. Shall have the same powers as to the extension as in original charter and other provisions of law. § 5. May increase capital stock by $100,000. (April 7). Ch. 162 ; 8 S. L. 760, §§ 2, 5. The Duxbury Branch R. R. Co. may enter on and unite its road with. § 7. The D. Branch R. R. Co. may transfer its property and franchise to. (April 15). Ch. 187; 8 S. L. 773, § 3. The Quincy Point R. R. Co. may cross. (April 20). Ch. 201; 8 S. L. 786, § 1. Location of South Shore R. R. from, in Quincy or Braintree. 1848— (March 3). Ch. 37 ; 8 S. L. 867, § 2. The Temporary R. R. of the City of Boston over South Bay to the city flats may be connected with. (March 27). Ch. 84 ; 8 S. L. 885, § 1. May take land for a second track between Boston and South Braintree. § 2. May widen bridges therefor, lengthen draws, alter streets, &c. § 3. May construct a branch railroad in Quincy through Mount Hope to the Granite R. § 4. May contract for the purchase or use of Granite R. [1846, ch. 232, § 4 ; 8 S. L. 649. 1870, ch. 378 ; 12 S. L. 1054. 1871, ch. 54, Acts and Res. 468.] § 5. May construct a branch railroad in Dorchester to deep water at Commercial Point, with draws across navigable streams. § 6. Shall have the same powers and duties in locating and constructing the second track as under general laws. § 7. May increase capital stock by $100,000. § 8. Alteration of streets in Boston to be first approved by mayor and aldermen. [1871, ch. 54, $ 8, Acts and Res. 468, revives the act as to the branch railroads.] Old Colony Railroad Corporation. 5 1848— (April 21). Ch. 151 ; 8 S. L. 916. Land of Neponset Wharf Co., bounding on. (April 24). Ch. 180 ; 8 S. L. 929, § 2. The Plympton Branch R. R. Co. may enter on in Kingston and unite its road with. § 6. The P. Branch R. R. Co. may sell and transfer its prop- erty and franchises to. 1849— (May 1). Ch. 163 ; 9 S. L. 65, § 1. May discontinue any portion of its railroad in Boston, with a proviso as to the construction of the act. § 2. May carry out its contract for the lease of the South Shore R. R. (May 1). Ch. 169 ; 9 S. L. 68, § 5. The Fairhaven Branch R. R. Co. may enter on and unite its railroad with. (May 1). Ch. 195 ; 9 S. L. 87, §§ 2, 6. The Mount Pleasant Branch R. R. Co. may enter on and unite its road with. (May 2). Ch. 237 ; 9 S. L. 116, § 2. The Silver Lake Branch R. R. Co. may enter on, in Halifax. § 6. Said S. L. Branch R. R. Co. may sell and transfer its property and franchises to. 1850— (April 30). Ch. 260 ; 9 S. L. 237, § 2. The Matfield R. R. Co. may unite its railroad with the Bridgewater and Abington Branch of the Old Colony R. R. Cor. in East Bridgewater, with the consent of the 0. C. R. R. Cor. (May 2). Ch. 268 ; 9 S. L. 240, § 8. Mode in which the Mid- land R. R. Co. may cross. 1852— (April 20). Ch. 124 ; 9 S. L. 478, § 1. The Dorchester and Milton Branch R. R. Co. may lease its railroad to. § 2. Said D. & M. Branch R. R. Co. authorized to issue bonds to the amount of $30,000, which the Old Colony R. R. Cor. may guarantee. §§ 3, 4. Said D. & M. Branch R. R. Co. may mortgage its road to the O. C. R. R. Cor. ; and both corporations may make arrangements as to applying the rents and income of the branch railroad. [1846, ch. 228; 8 S. L., 645. 1857, ch. 162; 10 S. L. 695.] 6 Fall River Branch Railroad Company. 1854— (March 25). Ch. 133 ; 10 S. L. 60, § 1. May form corporate union with the Fall River R. R. Co. in manner provided, under the name of the Old Colony & Fall River R. R. Co. § 2. Powers and liabilities of new corporation, and suits by and against it. § 3. Mode of calling the first meeting of new corporation, and the rights of stockholders in voting. (April 14). Ch. 303 ; 10 S. L. 168, §§ 2, 4. The Plymouth & "Wareham R. R. Co. may enter on in Plymouth, unite its railroad with and use. § 6. Said P. & W. R. R. Co. may lease or sell its railroad to. (April 15). Ch. 324; 10 S. L. 179, §§ 2, 4. The Plympton and Wareham R. R. Co. ma}* enter on in Plympton and use. See 7 d Colony & Fall River R. R. Co. Old Colony & Newport R. Co. Old Colony R. R. Co. FALL RIVER BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1844— (March 14). Ch. 100 ; 8 S. L. 356. Original charter. § 1 . Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Fall River to Myrick's station on the New Bedford and Taunton R. R. in Taunton, or to the Taun- ton Branch depot in Taunton. § 3. Capital stock may be 6400,000. § 4. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 5. Location to be within three years and completion within six years. § 6. May enter on the New Bedford and Taunton R. R. on cer- tain terms. [Repealed in a certain event, 1846, ch. 259, §4; 8S.L. 669.] § 7. Subject to use by other companies under legislative author- ity, with restriction as to motive power. 1845— (March 26). Ch. 234 ; 8 S. L. 509, § 3. The Middleborough R. R. Cor. may enter on in Taunton. § 8. Said M. R. R. Cor. maj* form a corporate union with, in manner prescribed, with the powers of the new corpora- tion defined, and a proviso as to refunding payments on the capital stock of the F. R. Branch R. R. Co. Middleborough Railroad Corporation. 7 1846— (April 16). Ch. 259 ; 8 S. L. 669, § 1. The united corpora- tion composed of the Middleborough R. R. Cor., the Fall River Branch R. R. Co., and the Randolph and Bridgewater R. R. Cor., may take the name of the Fall River R. R. Co. § 2. Confirms the said union. § 3. Authorizes extension in Fall River to the line of Rhode Island. § 4. Repeals 1844, § 6, ch. 100 ; 8 S. L. 356, concerning entry by Fall River Branch R. R. Co., on New Bedford and Taunton R. R. § 5. Time for location of portion of the united road authorized by the Middleborough R. R. Cor. extended to Dec. 1, 1846. See Fall River B. B. Co. MH>DLEBOROUQH RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1845— (March 26). Ch. 234 ; 8 S. L. 509. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from any railroad in Bridgewater to Fall River Branch R. R. in Taunton. [1847, ch. 210, § 2 ; 8 S. L. 790, confirmed.] § 3. May enter on the Fall River Branch R. R. and another road. . § 4. Subject to use by other companies under legislative authorit}', with a proviso. § 5. Capital stock not to exceed $250,000 ; ma}' hold real and personal estate. § 6. Location to be filed according to law, and construction to be within three years. § 7. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 8. Maj-, on certain terms, form a corporate union with the Fall River Branch R. R. Co., or any other company author- ized to construct a railroad from Bridgewater to the Old Colony R. R., with the powers of the new corporation defined, and a proviso. 1846— (April 8). Ch. 194 ; 8 S. L. 635, §§ 6,10. The Cape Cod Branch R. R. Co. may enter on the road of the united corporation composed of the M. R. R. Co. and other companies, and form a corporate union with them. [1872, ch. 143, Acts and Res. 110.] 8 Randolph and Bridgeivater Railroad Corporation. 1846— (April 16). Ch. 259 ; 8 S. L. 669, § 1. The united corpora- tion composed of the Middleborough, Fall River Branch, Randolph and Bridgewater Railroad Companies may take the name of the Fall River R. R. Co. § 2. Acts of the united corporation confirmed. 1847— (April 21). Ch. 210 ; 8 S. L. 790, § 2. Confirms the location. See Fall River R. E. Co. BAKTDOLPH AND BBTDGEWATEB BATT.BOAD COBPOEATION. 1845— (March 25). Ch. 226 ; 8 S. L. 504. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Bridgewater to the Old Colony R. R. in Braintree or Quincy. § 3. May enter on Old Colony R. R. in Braintree or Quincy on certain conditions. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $400,000 ; right to hold real and personal estate. § 5. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 6. Location to be within three years, and construction within six years. § 7. Subject to use by other companies under legislative authority on certain conditions. § 8. The Old Colon}* R. R. Cor. may subscribe for the whole capital stock of, with a priority of right till May 1, 1845, and with the duty upon a subscription to construct said road. § 9. The Old Colony R. R. Cor. may accept this act and suc- ceed to the franchise granted, and become bound to construct the road by Jan. 1, 1847 ; and may increase its capital stock therefor by $400,000. § 10. The Old Colony R. R. Cor., if accepting this act, to com- plete said branch road before commencing one between Abington and Bridgewater. 1846— (April 16). Ch. 259 ; 8 S. L. 669. A corporate union of the R. and B. R. R. Cor., with the Middleborough R. R. Cor., and the Fall River Branch R. R. Co., under the name of the Fall River R. R. Co., provided for. See Fall River R. R. Co. Fall River Railroad Company. FALL RIVER RAILROAD COMPANY. 1846— (April 16). Ch. 259 ; 8 S. L. 669, § 1. Created by the corporate union of the Middleborough R. R. Cor., the Fall River Branch R. R. Co., and the Randolph and Bridgewater R. R. Cor. [Location, see above-named railroad companies. Location changed, enlarged and extended. Post. § 3. Extension in Fall River to line of Rhode Island. 1847, ch. 210 ; a S. L. 790. In Fall River. 1848, ch. 83 ; 8 S. L. 884. In Taunton to connect with New Bedford and Taun- ton R. R. 1849, ch. 198; 9 S. L. 93. In Middleborough. 1854, ch. 198 ; 10 S. L. 100. In Fall River as to curves.] [Capital stock. See above named railroad companies. Addition. 1849, ch. 198; 9 S. L. 93. $150,000.] § 2. Acts and proceedings relating to the union confirmed. § 3. Extension in Fall River to the line of Rhode Island author- ized. • § 4. Repeals from a certain time, 1844, § 6, ch. 100, 8 S. L. 356, concerning entry by Fall River Branch R. R. Co. on New Bedford and Taunton R. R. § 5. Time for filing location of portion of road belonging, be- fore the union, to the Middleborough R. R. Cor., extended to Dec. 1, 1846. (April 8). Ch. 194; 8 S. L. 635, §§ 2, 6. The Cape Cod Branch R. R. Co. may enter on in Middleborough, unite its road with and use, § 10. The C. C. Branch R. R. Co. may form a corporate union with. [1872, ch. 143, Acts and Res.) 110.] 1847— (April 21). Ch. 210 ; 8 S. L. 790, § 1. May extend its road in Fall River to the wharf of the Fall River Iron Works Co. § 2. Confirms the filing of the location of the part of the road authorized to be constructed by the Middle- borough R. R. Cor., though not filed within the time required. 1848— (March 27) . Ch. 83 ; 8 S. L. 884, § 1. May connect by curved track and switches with the road of the New Bedford and Taunton R. R. Cor. in Taunton, in order to run cars direct between New Bedford and Fall River. 2 10 Fall River Railroad Company. § 2. Concerning the curve of the track. § 3. The two corporations maj- run engines at joint expense. 1848— (April 21). Ch. 162; 8 S. L. 922, §§ 2, 6. The Taunton and Middleborough R. R. Cor. may enter on, at Middle- borough and use. 1849— (May 1). Ch. 169 ; 9 S. L. 68, § 5. The Fairhaven Branch R. R. Co. may enter on, unite its railroad with and use. (May 2). Ch. 198 ; 9 S. L. 93, § 1. May, together with the Cape Cod Branch R. R. Co., change its location in Mid- dleborough, near the intersection of said railroads, with provisions as to crossing highways and filing locations'. § 2. May increase capital stock by $150,000, with a proviso. (May 2). Ch. 212; 9 S. L. 101, § 2. The Middleborough and Plympton R. R. Co. may construct to, in Middle- borough, and use. 1852— (March 27). Ch. 67 ; 9 S. L. 441, § 3. N. Slade and others, the proprietors of a wharf in Fall River, may connect their railroad track with. 1854— (March 25). Ch. 133 ; 10 S. L. 60, § 1. A corporate union with the Old Colony R. R. Cor. authorized under the name of the Old Colony and Fall River R. R. Co. § 2. The powers and liabilities of the new corporation, and suits by and against it. § 3. Provisions as to first meeting, and voting on stock. (March 31). Ch. 198; 10 S. L. 100, § 1. May change loca- tion in Fall River as to curves. § 2. New location to be filed within one year and construction to be within two years. (April 29). Ch. 441 ; 10 S. L. 240. C. W. Morgan author- ized to connect a railroad track from his wharf in Fall River with. ■See Old Colony and Fall River R. R. Co. Old Colony and Newport R. Co. Old Colony R. R. Co. Old Colony and Fall River Railroad Company. 11 OLD COLONY AN"D FALL RIVER RAILROAD COMPANY. 1854— (March 25). Ch. 133 ; 10 S. L. 60, § 1. The corporate union of the Old Colony R. R. Cor. and the Fall River R. R. Co., authorized under above name of Old Colony and Fall River R. R. Co. [Location. See above companies. Location changed, enlarged and extended. 1858, ch. 171 ; 10 S. L. 833. Location confirmed. 1861, ch. 137 ; 11 S. L. 194. In Boston from Kneeland street to Dorchester avenue. 1861, ch. 156 ; 11 S. L. 211. From terminus in Fall River to line of Rhode Island. 1863, ch. 238; US. L. 453. " " " " " 1864, ch. 18; US. L. 475. « * " " " ] [Capital stock. See above named companies. Addition 1861, ch. 156; 11 S. L. 211. $200,000.] § 2. Succeeds to powers and duties of existing corporations, including all suits and legal proceedings. § 3. The call of the first meeting, and voting at the same. (March 31). Ch. 198 ; 10 S. L. 100. Change of location of Fall River R. R. Co. as to curves in Fall River, and time for the filing and construction thereof. (April 14). Ch. 303 ; 10 S. L. 168, §§ 4, 10. The Plymouth and TVareham R. R. Co. may enter on, unite with and use the Old Colony R. R. and lease or sell franchise to. ■% (April 15). Ch. 324 ; 10 S. L. 179, § 4. The Plympton and Wareham R. R. Co. may enter on and use the Old Colony R. R. 1856— (April 19). Ch. 120; 10 S. L. 528. The Boston and Cape Cod Marine Telegraph along the line of. (June 6). Ch. 293; 10 S. L. 599. Lines of Boston Harbor referring to. 1857— (May 15). Ch.162 ; 10S.L.695,§3. May guarantee the bonds or notes of the Dorchester and Milton Branch R. R. Co. § 4. The D. and M. Branch R. R. Co. may mortgage its road, franchise and property to, in order to secure the guar- anty. [1846, ch. 228; 8 S. L. 645. 1852, ch. 124; 9 S. L. 478.] 12 Old Colony and Fall River Railroad Company. 1858— (March 27). Ch. 171 ; 10 S. L. 833, § 1. The Middleborough and Taunton R. R. Cor. may enter on lands and track of, in Middleborough, upon conditions prescribed. § 2. Not to enter elsewhere or in another manner. § 3. Method of determining compensation. § 4. Construction of the act as to entry on tracks with locomo- tives. § 5. Location of, together with those of other roads confirmed, with authority to file new descriptions. [Common- wealth v. Old Colony and Fall River R. R. Co., 14 Gray, 93.] I860— (April 4). Ch. 194; 11 S. L. 100. Reference to, in act authorizing a highway in Dorchester. 1861— (March 28). Ch. 109 ; 11 S. L. 184, § 8. May accept lease of the Cape Cod Central R. R. (April 3). Ch. 137 ; 11 S. L. 194, § 1. May construct a railway in Boston from Kneeland street to its track at Dorchester avenue in South Boston. [1847, ch. 85 ; 8 S. L. 727.] § 2. Concerning the bridge at South Boston, and the draw therein [1867, ch. 201; 12 S. L. 268; 1873, ch. 187, Acts and Res. p. ] ; the location of the extension ; and the occupation of flats. § 3. Part of old location to be discontinued upon the new one being ready for use. § 4. Powers and duties as to new location. §§ 5, 6, 8. Provisions as to streets and bridges. [1865, ch. 102; 11 S. L. 649 ; Fourth street may be crossed at grade.] § 7. Line of Boston Harbor established, and a solid stone wall required. § 9. New location to be within two years and construction within five years. (April 6). Ch. 147; 11 S. L. 199. Location of Duxbury (street) R. R. Co. from depot of, in Kingston. (April 9). Ch. 156 ; 11 S. L. 211, § 1. May extend its road from its terminus in Fall River to line of Rhode Island to connect with a railroad from Newport, with mode prescribed for constructing the same over the pond of the American Print "Works. [Extension may be relo- cated; also concerning the pond, 1863, ch. 238; 11 S. L. 453. Construction across Ferry and Eagle streets in Fall River, 1864, ch. 18 ; 11 S. L. 475.] Old Colony and Fall River Railroad Company. 13 § 2. Reserved funds not to be used to build the extension or any part of the road in Rhode Island ; the capital stock may be increased by $200,000. § 3. May enter on and connect with a railroad to be built in Rhode Island from Newport, with such powers as to the same as are provided for railroads entering upon and connecting with each other in the Commonwealth. § 4. As to delivery of freight to the Bay State Steamboat Company. [Provision to be void in a certain event, 1863, ch. 233, § 2; 11 S. L. 451.] § 5. The extension to be located within two 3'ears from April 1, 1862, and to be constructed within four years there- from ; and the act to be accepted by the stockholders. [Fall River Iron Works Co. v. Old Colony & Fall River R. R. Co., 5 Allen, 221 ; Durfee v. Same, 5 Allen, 230.] 1862— (April 25). Ch. 149 ; 11 S. L. 299, § 1. May form corporate union with the Newport and Fall River R. R. Cor., a corporation of Rhode Island, under the name of Old Colony and Newport R. Co., powers, choice of officers and notice of first meeting. § 2. Separate accounts as to the part of road in each state, to be adjusted by commissioners. § 3. One or more officers to reside in each state for the service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. (April 30). Ch. 175 ; 11 S. L. 311. Route of Suffolk (street) R. R., between depot of this and other railroads. 1863— (April 29). Ch. 233 ; 11 S. L. 451. 1861, § 4, ch. 156 ; 11 S. L. 211. Concerning delivery of freight to the Bay State Steamboat Co., to be of no effect in a certain event. (April 29). Ch. 238; 11 S. L. 453, § 1. May relocate the extension from Fall River to the line of Rhode Island, authorized by 1861, ch. 156 ; 11 S. L. 211. [Construc- tion across Ferry and Eagle Streets in Fall River, 1864, ch. 18; 11 S. L. 475.] § 2. Crossing of certain streets in Fall River at grade, and of the pond of the American Print Works. [1861, ch. 156 ; 11 S. L. 211.] § 3. Upon the extension being relocated, the former location to be surrendered, and liability for damages for first location limited. 14 Newport and Fall River Railroad Corporation. § 4. Grading at crossing of streets ; damages to abutters ; and provision to prevent obstruction of sewerage and drain- age. § 5. Act to be void unless accepted at a meeting of the stock- holders within six months. 1865— (March 24). Ch. 102 ; 11 S. L. 649, § 1. Repeal of so much of 1861, ch. 137, 11 S. L. 194, as requires the grade of Fourth street in Boston to be raised by, with power to cross at grade. § 2. Power of board of aldermen as to said crossing. See Old Colony R. R. Cor. Fall River R. R. Co. Old Colony and Newport R. Co. Old Colony R. R. Co. NEWPORT AND FALL RIVER RAILROAD CORPORATION. (A RHODE ISLAND CORPORATION.) 1862— (Feb. 28). Ch. 48 ; 11 S. L. 268, § 13. Location as granted by Rhode Island confirmed in territory adjudged to Massachusetts under a decree. (April 25). Ch. 149 ; 11 S. L. 299. The corporate union of, with the Old Colony and Fall River R. R. Co. authorized. OLD COLONY AND NEWPORT RAILWAY COMPANY. 1862— (April 25). Ch. 149 ; 11 S. L. 299, § 1. The corporate union of the Old Colony and Fall River R. R. Co. with the Newport and Fall River R. R. Co., of Rhode Island, authorized under the name of the Old Colony & New- port R. Co. [Location, see Old Colony and Fall River R. R. Co. Location changed, enlarged and extended. 1864, ch. 18; 11 S. L. 475. Extension in Fall River. 1864, ch. 101 ; 11 S. L. 508. Corporate nnion with the Dighton and Somerset R. R. Co. 1867, ch. 201 ; 12 S. L. 268. Widening bridge across Fort Point Channel, and pile structure. 1873, ch. 187, Acts and Res., p, . "Widening bridge across Fort Point Channel, and pile structure. Old Colony and Newport Railway Company. 15 1870, ch. 378 ; 12 S. L. 1054. Change of location of Granite R. 1871, ch. 54, Acts and Res., 468. " " " 1871, ch. 54, Acts and Res., 468. From Granite R. to main line. 1871, ch. 54, Acts and Res., 468. Branches in Milton, Quincy and Dorchester. 1871, ch. 325, Acts and Res., 662. Branch in 16th Ward, Boston (Dorchester) . 1872, ch. 28, Acts and Res., 23. Tracks in Taunton. 1872, ch. 92, Acts and Res., 80. Wharves in Somerset. 1872, ch. 143, Acts and Res., 110. Between Wellfleet and Provincetown. , 1873, ch. 9, Acts and Res. 486. " " " " 1872, ch. 295, Acts and Res., 232. Railroad from Fall River to Dighton or Somerset.] [Capital stock. See Old Colony and Fall River R. R. Co. Additions. 1864, ch. 101 ; 11 S. L. 508. On union with the Dighton and Som- erset R. R. Co. 1870, ch! 379 ; 12 S. L. 1055. $350,000 to $700,000 for purchase of part or whole of Plymouth and Vineyard Sound R. R. 1871, ch. 54, Acts and Res., 468. Increase to $6,500,000 authorized. 1871, ch. 325, Acts and Res., 662. $100,000 for branch in 16th Ward, Boston. 1872, ch. 143, Acts and Res., 110. On union with Cape Cod R. R. Co. 1872, ch. 295, Acts and Res., 232. $200,000 for bridge, &c, from Fall River to Somerset.] § 2. Separate accounts as to part of road in each state, to be adjusted by commissioners. § 3. Residence of one or more officers in each state for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. 1864— (Feb. 10). Ch. 18 ; 11 S. L. 475. May construct the exten- sion authorized by 1861, ch. 156; 11 S. L. 211; and 1863, ch. 238; 11 S. L. 453, across Ferry and Eagle streets in Fall River at grade. (March 17). Ch. 101 ; 11 S. L. 508, § 1. The Dighton and Somerset R. R. Co., and the Old Colony and Newport R. Co. may enter on and use the roads of each other. § 4. The Dighton and Somerset R. R. Co. may convey its fran- chises and property to the Old Colony and Newport R. Co. ; and, if the union is made, the latter corporation may issue new stock to the extent of the capital stock of the Dighton and Somerset R. R. Co. §§ 2, 3, 5-9, concerning Dighton and Somerset R. R. Co. [See Dighton 8$ Somerset R. R. Co.] (April 13). Ch. 153; 11 S. L. 535. W. H. Dunbar may, with consent of Old Colony and Newport R. Co., con- nect a railroad track from his tack and nail factory with its track, near its station in South Abington. 16 Old Colony and Newport Railway Company. 1864— (April 20). Ch. 155; 11 S. L. 537. The Hanover Branch It. R. Co. not to enter on and use any but the local trains of the O. C. & N. E. Co. without its consent, amending 1846, ch. 185 ; 8 S. L. 632. (May 5). Ch. 192 ; 11 S. L. 554, § 3. The New Bedford and Fall River R. Co. may, with consent, enter on and use. 1865— (March 24). Ch. 102, 11 S. L. 649, amends 1861, ch. 137, § 1, 11 S. L. 194, so as to allow Fourth street in Boston to be crossed at grade. § 2. The mayor and aldermen of Boston to have the same powers as where railroads cross at grade in the city. 1866— (March 21). Ch. 97 ; 12 S. L. 37. May build and maintain a wharf in front of its land on the easterly side of Mount Hope Bay in Fall River, and may receive wharfage and dockage for vessels. (April 12). Ch. 155; 12 S. L. 67. Location of Duxbury Street R. R. from the depot of, in Kingston. (April 23). Resolve ch. 57,Acts and Res., 308. The changes in the bridge across Taunton Great River adjudged necessary by J. Hinckley, commissioner, to be made at the expense of, with a proviso. 1867— (March 16). Ch. 74; 12 S. L. 200, § 3. The Bridgewater and Taunton R, R. Co., and the O. C. & N. R. Co. may enter on, unite with and use the road of each other, with restrictions. (April 25). Ch. 170; 12 S. L. 252, § 14. May subscribe to the capital stock of the Marginal Freight R. Co. to the extent of five per cent, thereof. (May 2). Ch. 201 ; 12 S. L. 268. May widen its bridge across Fort Point Channel in Boston, under the direc- tion of the harbor commissioners. [18G1, ch. 137; 11 S. L. 194, § 2 ; 1873, ch. 187, Acts and Res., p. .] (May 24). Ch. 271 ; 12 S. L. 311. May remove its depot in Plymouth and connect the same by tracks with its present tracks. Old Colony and Newport Railway Company. 17 1868— (April 1). Ch. 97 ; 12 S. L. 433, § 2. The connection of the Albany Street Freight R. in Boston with the tracks of. (April 13). Ch. 122 ; 12 S. L. 447, § 1. The Plymouth and Vineyard Sound R. R. Co. may extend to the terminus of, in Plymouth. § 3. P. & V. S. R. R. Co. may enter on, unite with and use, or lease its road to. § 4. The P. & V. S. R. R. Co. may mortgage its road and fran- chise to [1870, ch. 379 ; 12 S. L. 1055], and its bonds may be guaranteed by. (May 1). Ch. 175; 12 S. L. 471, § 2. The South Boston Freight R. Co. may connect with the tracks of. (May 9). Ch. 189 ; 12 S. L. 480. May, by a two-thirds vote of its stockholders, subscribe to the stock of the Mans- field and Framingham R. R. Co. to the amount of $25,000. 1869— (Feb. 13). Ch. 21 ; 12 S. L. 602. May purchase the franchise and property of the Easton Branch R. R. Co. by a vote of the stockholders of each corporation. (March 11). Ch. 71 ; 12 S. L. 630, § 3. The Taunton and Providence R. Co. may cross, enter on, unite with and use, with a provision as to the expense of the crossing and the manner in which it is to be made. § 5. The O. C. & N. R. Co. may subscribe to a limited amount of the stock of the T. & P. R. Co. (April 24). Ch. 199; 12 S. L. 693, §§ 1, 2. L. Rideout may build a railroad from his land in Quincy and unite the track thereof with that of the O. C. & N. R. Co. § 3. The O. C. & N. R. Co. may use Rideout's railroad. (June 23). Ch. 461 ; 12 S. L. 850, § 1. The Boston and Albany R.R. Co., in building an extension to deep water in Boston, not to cross on a level the O. C. & N. R. 1870— (March 4). Ch. 47 ; 12 S. L. 894, § 1. May contract to build and operate the Duxbury and Cohasset R. R., and take a lease thereof. [1871, ch. 104 ; § 1, Acts and Res. 497.] 3 18 Old Colony and Newport Railway Company. § 2. May subscribe $200,000 to the stock of the D. & C. R. R. Co., and may guarantee the bonds of the South Shore R. R. Co., issued for a similar subscription. 1870— (March 4). Ch. 48; 12 S. L. 895, §§ 2, 3. The Weymouth Branch Freight R. R. Co. may sell or lease its railroad, franchise and property to, or contract with, to operate the road. § 4. The O. C. & N. R. Co. may subscribe to the capital stock of the W. B. F. R. R. Co. (June 18). Ch. 378 ; 12 S. L. 1054, § 1. May, in case of purchasing the Granite Railway under 1846, ch. 232 ; 8 S. L. 649 ; or 1848, ch. 84 ; 8 S. L. 885, widen and straighten the location of the same for a railroad from Belknap square in Quincy to the Mount Hope branch of O. C. & N. R. Co., or to the Dorchester and Milton Branch Railroad, and may purchase or take land and materials under the direction of the railroad com- missioners. [1871, ch. 54 ; Acts and Res. 468.] § 2. Description to be filed within six months from the pur- chase or taking. § 3. Payment of damages. (June 18). Ch. 379 ; 12 S. L. 1055, § 3. May receive trans- fer of the franchise of the Plymouth and Vineyard Sound R. R. Co., the whole or a section thereof, and if receiving it, shall file the location thereof within two years, and construct the same within four years. [1868, ch. 122, § 4 ; 12 S. L. 447.] § 4. The provisions of 1868, ch. 122, §§ 5, 6 ; 12 S. L. 447 concerning municipal subscriptions to P. & V. S. R. R. Co. shall apply to the taking of stock in the company receiving the transfer. § 5. May, on receiving transfer of the whole road, increase its stock to the amount of $700,000, or of one section thereof, $350,000. (June 22). Ch. 397 ; 12 S. L. 1059, § 2. The Shawmut R. R. Co. may construct its road from the Neponset River to the O. C. & N. R. between Harrison square and Crescent avenue stations, crossing at grade the Milton Branch R. R. of the O. C. & N. R. Co. ; and the S. R. R. Co. and the O. C. & N. R. Co. may enter on, unite with and use the railroad of each other. [1871, ch. 325 ; Acts and Res. 662.] Old Colony and JWeivport Railway Company. 19 1870— (June 22). Ch. 398 ; 12 S. L. 1060, §§ 2, 3. The New Bedford and Middleborough R. R. Co., and the O. C. & N. R. Co. may enter on, unite with and use the railroad of each other. § 5. The O. C. & N. R. Co. may, by a majority vote of stock- holders, subscribe to the capital stock of the N. B. & M. R. R. Co., not exceeding one-half thereof. 1871— (Feb. 24). Ch. 54; Acts and Res. 468, § 1. The location between the Mount Hope branch and Belknap square in West Quincy made under 1870, ch. 378 ; 12 S. L. 1054, as approved by the railroad commissioners, confirmed. § 2. May construct and operate a railroad from the Granite R., or the extension thereof, to the main line near its inter- section with the boundary line between Quincy and Braintree. § 3. 1846, ch. 232 ; 8 S. L. 649, and 1848, ch. 84 ; 8 S. L. 885, as to branch railroads in Milton, Quincy and Dorchester, revived, with power in the O. C. & N. R. Co. to construct and operate the same, subject to the approval of the railroad commissioners. § 4. For the purposes aforesaid and the reduction of its funded debt, the capital stock may be increased to $6,500,000, by vote of stockholders, with a provision as to the issue thereof. § 5. §§ 2, 3 to be void if the powers are not exercised within five years. (March 18). Ch. 104; Acts and Res., 497, § 1. Extension of the Duxbury and Cohasset R. R. to O. C. & N. R. in Kingston. [1870, ch. 47 ; 12 S. L. 894.] (May 6) . Ch. 257 ; Acts and Res. 603, §§ 2, 3. The Plymouth County R. R. Co. may connect with, in Quincy, and the two companies may enter on, unite with, and use the railroads of each other. (May 12). Ch. 288 ; Acts and Res. 636, §§ 2, 3. The Plymouth and Sandwich R. R. Co., and the O. C. & N. R. Co. may enter on, unite with, and use the railroads of each other. § 4. The P. & S. R. R. Co. may lease its railroad and franchise to. § 6. The O. C. & N. R. Co. may take one-third of the capital stock of the P. & S. R. R. Co. 20 Old Colony and Newport Railway Company. 1871— (May 25). Ch. 325; Acts and Res. 662, § 1. May con- struct a branch in 16th "Ward of Boston (formerly Dor- chester) from Granite bridge to the main line between Harrison square and Crescent avenue stations, with consent of the Shawmut Avenue R. R. Co., the right of which to locate within certain limits is thereupon to cease. [1870, ch. 397 ; 12 S. L. 1059.] § 2. May increase its capital stock therefor by $100,000. 1872— (Feb. 20). Ch. 28 ; Acts and Res. 23. May locate, construct and maintain tracks from its railroad in Taunton, near Weir junction, to the New Bedford and Taunton R. R. (March 12). Ch. 92; Acts and Res. 80. May extend its wharf and construct an additional one at the westerly end of its bridge over Taunton Great River in Somerset, subject to 1866, ch. 149, § 4, and 1869, ch. 432. (March 27). Ch. 143; Acts and Res. 110, § 1. May form corporate union with the Cape Cod R. R. Co. in the manner prescribed, the new corporation to succeed to the same powers and duties. [1846, ch. 194, § 10 ; 8 S. L. 635.] § 2. May, upon a union being made, issue new stock for that of the Cape Cod R. R. Co., the whole capital not to ex- ceed the authorized capital of both corporations, with further provisions as to issue and exchange of stock. [1873, ch. 9 ; Acts and Res. 486.] § 3. May, after such union, change its name to the Old Colony Railroad Company. § 4. May change the location between Wellfleet and Province- town by filing a new one before July 1, 1872, and may extend to Cape Cod harbor, subject to the approval of harbor commissioners. [1873, ch. 9 ; Acts and Res. 486.] (May 2). Ch. 295 ; Acts and Res. 232, § 1. May construct a bridge across Taunton Great River, near Slade's ferry, from Fall River to Somerset, with provisions as to the construction thereof and draws, and use as a public highway. § 2. May construct and maintain a railroad from its railroad in Fall River over said bridge to its railroad in Somerset or Dighton ; and the Fall River, Warren and Providence R. R. Co. may extend its railroad to said bridge and enter on, connect with and use the O. C. & N. R., with Old Colony Railroad Company. 21 the right to elect to purchase one-third of the interest of the O. C. & N. R. Co. in the bridge, the use after such purchase to be regulated by the railroad commissioners. § 3. Commissioners to apportion part of cost of bridge on the county and on cities and towns benefited thereby, with a provision as to liability for damages occasioned by negligence. § 4. For the above purpose the O. C. & N. R. Co. may increase its stock by $200,000 ; and the county and the cities or towns may raise money by loan or tax. § 5. Authority to discontinue Slade's ferry. § 7. O. C. & N. R. Co. may be required by commissioners, to remove a section of the present bridge across Taun- ton Great River. § 8. The railroads above authorized to be located and con- structed within two years, and the new stock not to be issued after two years. See Old Colony and Fall River R. R. Co. Dighton and Somerset R. R. Co. Old Colony R. R. Co. OLD COLONY RAILROAD COMPACT.* 1872— (March 27). Ch. 143; Acts and Res. 110, § 1. Corporate union of the Old Colony and Newport R. Co., and the Cape Cod R. R. Co. authorized, with mode of forming union, and powers and liabilities of the new corporation. [1846, ch. 194, § 10 ; 8 S. L. 635.] § 2. Capital stock of the new corporation to be issued in exchange for that of the two corporations thus united, with provisions as to relative values and equalizing fractions of shares, and the power of the O. C. & N. R. Co. to buy and sell such shares or fractions. § 3. The Old Colony and Newport R. Co., after such union, ma3' change its name to the Old Colony R. R. Co. § 4. The Cape Cod R. R. Co., or the Old Colony and Newport R. Co., upon such a union, may change location between Wellfleet and Provincetown by July 1, 1872 [1873, ch. 9 ; Acts and Res. 486], and extend to deep water in Cape Cod harbor, subject to the approval of the harbor commissioners. * See note, p. 1, ante. 22 Old Colony Railroad Company. [Location, see Old Colony and Newport R. Co. " see Cape Cod R. R. Co. Location changed, enlarged and extended. 1872, ch. 143 ; § 4, Acts and Res. 110. Between Wellfleet and Provincetown and extension to deep water in Cape Cod harbor. 1873, ch. 9 ; Acts and Res. 486. Confirmed between Wellfleet and Provincetown. 1873, ch. 146 ; Acts and Res. 570. Branch from West Barnstable to Hyannis. 1873, ch. 187; Acts and Res. p. . Widening of bridge across Fort Point Channel, and use of territory covered by tide-water in Boston.] [Capital stock. See Old Colony and Newport R. Co. " See Cape Cod R. R. Co. Additions authorized. 1873, ch. 9 ; Acts and Res. 486. $225,000 to stockholders of Cape Cod R. R. Co. for extension from Wellfleet to Provincetown. 1873, ch. 146 ; Acts and Res. 570. $200,000 for branch from West Barnstable to Hyannis.] 1873— (Jan. 30). Ch. 9; Acts and Res. 486, § 1. Location from "Wellfleet to Provincetown confirmed with authority to refile the same before July 1, 1873. [1872, ch. 143 ; Acts and Res. 110, § 4.] § 2. Time for completion extended to June 1, 1874. § 3. May issue $225,000 of capital stock to subscribers to stock of Cape Cod R. R. Co. for extension from "Well- fleet to Provincetown, under terms of consolidation under 1872, ch. 143 ; Acts and Res. 110. (April 2). Ch. 146; Acts and Res. 570, § 1. May con- struct and maintain a branch from its present track near its station in West Barnstable to the village of Hyannis. § 2. May issue therefor new capital stock not exceeding $200,000, which may be issued to subscribers on certain terms. § 3. Location to be within three years and construction within four years. § 4. Powers and duties as to said branch road. (April 14). Ch. 187 ; Acts and Res. p. , § 1. May widen its bridge across Fort Point channel in Boston for a third track, not exceeding fourteen feet, and construct- ing an additional draw. [1861, ch. 137 ; 11 S. L. 194, § 2. 1867, ch. 201, 12 S. L. 268.] § 2. May, for the purpose of connecting its tracks on said bridge with its freight premises and with the tracks of the Union Freight R. Co., occupy with a pile structure certain territory covered by tide-water, paying compen- sation to the Commonwealth. § 3. The act to be subject to 1869, ch. 432. Dighton and Somerset Railroad Company. 23 1873— (April 15). Ch. 198 ; Acts and Res. p. , § 2. May guar- antee, or purchase and hold the bonds issued under the act b} T the Fall River, Warren and Providence R. R. Co., and may purchase and hold shares in the capital stock of said F. R., W. & P. R. R. Co., and of the Providence, "Warren and Bristol R. R. Co., such purchase to be authorized by a vote of stockholders. See Old Colony and Newport B. Co. Cape Cod B. B. Co. DIGHTON AND SOMERSET RAILROAD COMPANY. 1863— (Feb. 21). Ch. 29 ; 11 S. L. 342. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Taunton Branch R. R., or the New Bedford and Taunton R. R. in Taunton, to the Fall River and Warren R. R., or to a line below Wilber's Pond, in Somerset ; the line to be determined by commissioners, and not to be prejudicial to the harbor of Fall River ; may construct wharves, the number and location of which to be determined by the commissioners and the governor and council. [1864, ch. 101 ; 11 S. L. 508, another location authorized from the Old Colony and Newport R. in Braintree or Randolph to Somerset and Fall River. 1866, ch. 40 ; 12 S. L. 15, extends the time for constructing the same six months.] § 3. May cross at grade certain streets in Taunton and Digh- ton ; may cross Three Mile River, and coves and inlets of Taunton River. § 4. May unite with and use the tracks of the Fall River and Warren R. R., Taunton Branch R. R., and New Bedford and Taunton R. R. § 5. Capital stock to be not less than $300,000, nor more than $400,000. [1864, ch. 101 ; 11 S. L. 508, increased to $850,000.] § 5. May hold real and personal estate. § 6. Location to be within two years, and construction within three years." [1864, ch. 101 ; 11 S. L. 508, allows the new location from Braintree or Randolph to Somerset and Fall River to be within one year, and construction within two years. 1866, ch. 40 ; 12 S. L. 15, extends time for construction of new location six months.] 24 Dighton and Somerset Railroad Company. 1863— (April 29). Ch. 206; 11 S. L. 434. May cross at grade a highway in Somerset. 1864— (March 5). Ch. 82; 11 S. L. 501, § 3. The Mansfield and Somerset R. R. Co. may enter on and use. (March 17). Ch. 101; 11 S. L. 508, § 1. May locate its railroad from the Old Colony and Newport R. Co. in Braintree or Randolph to Somerset, and across Taunton Great River to the O. C. & N. R. Co. in Fall River, and enter on the road of the O. C. & N. R. Co., with a cor- responding right in that corporation. § 2. The bridge across the Taunton Great River to be con- structed with two draws regulated in the manner pre- scribed, and wharves may be constructed in a certain way. § 3. May change the course of Taunton Great River in a man- ner provided, paying damages to injured land-owners. § 4. Capital stock increased to $850,000 ; may form a corporate union with the Old Colony and Newport R. Co. ; and, if made, the latter corporation may issue new stock to the amount of the capital stock of the D. & S. R. R. Co. § 5. May cross the New Bedford and Taunton R. R. on certain conditions. § 6. Location to be within one year and construction within two years. [1866, ch. 40 ; 12 S. L. 15, extends time for construction six months.] § 7. After location, and within two years after the construction of said railroad, the Taunton Branch R. R. Cor. may construct a railroad from its road at or near its terminus in Taunton, to the D. & S. R. R. in Taunton, or may, by consent, make such connection on its west side over the New Bedford and Taunton R. R. ; may enter on the D. & S. R. R., and may increase its capital stock for said purposes by an amount not exceeding $100,000. § 8. The New Bedford and Taunton R. R. Cor. may connect, by a curve with, and enter on the D. & S. R. R. in Taunton. § 9. The commissioners provided for in sections 2, 3 and 5 to be paid by the D. & S. R. R. Co. 1866 — (Feb. 19). Ch. 40 ; 12 S. L. 15. Time for construction under 1864, ch. 101 ; 11 S. L. 508, extended six months. See Old Colony and Neicport B. Co. Dorchester and Milton Branch Railroad Company. 25 DORCHESTER AND MILTON BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1846— (April 16). Ch. 228 ; 8 S. L. 645. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Old Colony Railroad at Neponset village, Dorchester, to Upper Mills (Mattapan) in Dor- chester or Milton. [1854, ch. 421 ; 10 S. L. 223. 1857, ch. 162 ; 10 S. L. 695, the Dorchester and Milton Exten- sion R. R. 1861, ch. 51 ; 11 S. L. 146, extension from Mattapan (Upper Mills) to Midland R. R. in Dorchester.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $90,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. [Additions to capital stock authorized. 1848, ch. 130 ; 8 S. L. 911. $40,000. 1851, ch. 283 ; 9 S. L. 382. $55,000 preferred stock. 1854, ch. 421 ; 10 S. L. 223. $50,000 for purchase of Dorchester and Milton Extension R. R. Co.] § 4. Location to be within one year and construction within two years. § 5. May enter on the Old Colony R. R. at Neponset village. § 6. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 7. May transfer its property and franchise to the Old Colony R. R. Cor. [1852, ch. 124 ; 9 S. L. 478. 1857, ch. 162 ; 10 S. L. 695] ; and the O. C. R. R. Cor. may increase its capital stock therefor by $90,000. § 8. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. (April 16). Ch. 232 ; 8 S. L. 649, § 1. The Granite R. Co. may form a junction with. 1848— (April 20). Ch. 130; 8 S. L. 911. May increase its capital stock by $40,000. 1849— (May 1). Ch. 180; 9 S. L. 73, § 5. The Dorchester and Milton Extension R. R. Co. may enter on. [1854, ch. 421 ; 10 S. L. 223. 1857, ch. 162 ; 10 S. L. 695.] 1851— (May 24). Ch. 283; 9 S. L. 382, § 1. May issue $55,000 preferred stock. § 2. Dividends payable from net earnings on such preferred stock to be paid before other dividends. § 3. Such preferred stock to be redeemable after ten years. § 4. May issue an equal amount of other stock when such pre- ferred stock is redeemed. 4 26 Dorchester and Milton Branch Railroad Company. § 5. The act to take effect by a three-fourths vote of the stock. § 6. The act may be altered by the legislature. [1857, ch. 162 ; 10 S. L. 695, § 5, stockholders entitled to subscribe for the preferred stock.] 1852— (April 20). Ch. 124 ; 9 S. L. 478, § 1. May lease the road to the Old Colony R. R. Cor., as by agreement of July, 1851. § 2. May issue bonds to the amount of $30,000, which the O. C. R. R. Cor. may guarantee. § 3. May mortgage the road and franchise to the O. C. R. R. Cor. to secure the guarantee. [1846, ch. 228, § 7 ; 8 S. L. 645. 1857, ch. 162, § 4 ; 10 S. L. 695.] § 4. The two corporations may arrange as to applying the income. § 5. The act not to prejudice the rights of creditors or other interested parties. 1854— (April 29). Ch. 421 ; 10 S. L. 223, §§ 2, 5. The Dorchester and Milton Extension R. R. Co. may enter on. [1849, ch. 180 ; 9 S. L. 73.] § 6. The D. & M. Extension R. R. Co. may transfer property and franchise to, and the Dorchester and Milton Branch R. R. Co. may increase its capital stock for the purpose not exceeding $50,000. [1857, ch. 162 ; 10 S. L. 695.] 1857— (May 15). Ch. 162 ; 10 S. L. 695, § 1. The rights of the Dorchester and Milton Extension R. R. Co., under 1854, ch. 421 ; 10 S. L. 223, vested in the D. & M. Branch R. R. Co. § 2. Time for location of extension extended one year, and for construction two years ; and subscription of additional capital not required. § 3. May, by a three-fourths vote, issue bonds to the amount of $50,000, which the Old Colony and Fall River R. R. Co. may guarantee. [1852, ch. 124, § 2 ; 9 S. L. 478.] § 4. May mortgage the road and franchise to said O. C. & N. R. R. Co. to secure the guarantee. [1846, ch. 228, § 7 ; 8 S. L. 645. 1852, ch.. 124, § 2 ; 9 S. L. 478.] § 5. The stockholders entitled to subscribe for new stock created under 1851, ch. 283 ; 9 S. L. 382, and to transfer their rights ; this section not to take effect except on two-thirds vote of the shares. 1861— (Feb. 15). Ch. 51 ; 11 S. L. 146, § 1. May extend from Matta- pan (Upper Mills) to the Midland R. R. in Dorchester. Dorchester and Milton Extension Railroad Company. 27 § 2. Location to be within two years and construction within three years. [1863, ch. 205 ; 11 S. L. 434, time ex- tended two years.] 1863— (April 28). Ch. 205; 11 S. L. 434. Time for location and construction of extension authorized by 1861, ch. 51 ; 11 S. L. 146, extended two years. 1870— (June 18). Ch. 378; 12 S. L. 1054. The Old Colony and Newport R. Co. may, on purchasing the Granite R., extend the same to. (June 22). Ch. 397 ; 12 S. L. 1059, § 2. Crossing of (called here the Milton Branch of the O. C. & N. R.) by the Shawmut Avenue *R. R. [1871, ch. 325 ; Acts and Res. 662.] 1871— (May 25). Ch. 325 ; Acts and Res. 662. Crossing of (called here the Milton Branch of the O. C. & N. R.) by a branch which the O. C. & N. R. Co. is authorized to to build. [1870, ch. 397 ; 12 S. L. 1059.] See Old Colony and Fall River R. R. Co. Old Colony and Newport R. Co. MILTON BRANCH RAILROAD. [A branch of the Old Colony R. R. Co., the name of which is the Dorchester and Milton Branch R. R. Co.] See Dorchester and Milton Branch R. R. Co. DORCHESTER & MILTON EXTENSION RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 1. 1849— (May 1). Ch. 180 ; 9 S. L. 73. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Dorchester and Milton Branch R. R. at Dorchester Upper Mills (Mattapan) to Boston & Provi- dence R. R. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $50,000 ; may hold real and personal estate ; shares to be of same value payable in cash. § 4. Location to be within one year, and construction within two years. [1850, ch. 214 ; 9 S. L. 211, time extended one year.] 28 Dorchester and Milton Extension Railroad Company. § 5. May enter on Dorchester and Milton Branch R. R. § 6. May enter on the Boston and Providence R. R., with pro- visions as to freight. § 7. The Boston and Providence R. R. Co. may purchase on certain terms. § 8. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 9. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. 1850— (April 17). Ch. 214 ; 9 S. L. 211, §§ 1,2. Time for location and construction extended one 3-ear. See Dorchester and Milton Extension R. R. Co., No. 2. DORCHESTER & MILTON EXTENSION RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 2. 1854— (April 29). Ch. 421 ; 10 S. L. 223. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Dorchester and Milton Branch R. R. to the Midland or New York Central R. R. and the Boston and Providence R. R. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $50,000. § 4. Location to be within two years, and construction within three } r ears. [1856, ch. 139 ; 10 S. L. 537, time extended to April 29, 1857. 1857, ch. 162 ; 10 S. L. 695, § 2, time for location extended one year, and for construction two years.] § 5. May unite with Dorchester and Milton Branch R. R., Mid- land R. R. or Boston and New York Central R. R. and Boston and Providence R. R., with provisos as to the last named railroad. § 6. May convey franchise and property to the Dorchester and Milton Branch R. R. Co. 1856— (April 30). Ch. 139; 10 S. L. 537. Time for location extended to April 29, 1857. 1857— (May 15). Ch. 162 ; 10 S. L. 695. § 1. Vests powers acquired under 1854, ch. 421 ; 10 S. L. 223, in Dorchester and Milton Branch R. R. Co. § 2. Time for location extended one year, and for construction two years. Mount Pleasant Branch Railroad Company. 29 §§ 3, 4, 5. Authority to the Dorchester and Milton Branch R. R. Co. to issue notes and bonds, and secure the same by a mortgage, with a provision as to new stock. See Dorchester and Milton Extension B. B. Co., No. 1. Dorchester and Milton Branch B. B. Co. MOUNT PLEASANT BBANCH BATLBOAD COMPANY. 1849— (May 1). Ch. 195 ; 9 S. L. 87. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from town house in Dorchester to a junction with Old Colony R. R. near Little Neck, with restrictions. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $150,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Shares to be for same amount actually paid in. § 5. Location to be within one year, and completion within two years. [Time extended 1850, ch. 247 ; 9 S. L. 226 ; 1851, ch. 241 ; 9 S. L. 357, and 1852, ch. 77; 9 S. L. 445.] § 6. May enter on Old Colony R. R. § 7. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 8. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. 1850— (April 29). Ch. 247 ; 9 S. L. 226. Time for location and construction extended one year. 1851— (May 23). Ch. 241 ; 9 S. L. 357. § 1. Time for location and construction extended one year. § 2. Conditions precedent to the commencement of construc- tion. 1852— (March 30). Ch. 77 ; 9 S. L. 445. Time for location and con- struction extended one year. 30 Granite Railway Company. GRANITE RAILWAY COMPANY. 1826— (March 4). Ch. 183 ; 6 S. L. 466. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers for forty years, with power to make by-laws with penalties, and choose officers and ap- point agents. [1831, ch. 48 ; 7 S. L. 126.] § 2. Location from the furnace lot and granite ledges in Quincy to tide- water in Quincy or Milton, with provisions as to power to purchase land, consent of the town of Milton, width of road, construction of railways for the trans- portation of granite stone and use for forty years, main- tenance of fences and gates. [1846, ch. 232 § 1 ; 8 S. L. 649 ; extension to the Dorchester and Milton Branch R. R., and branches to other ledges, and a wharf and depot on said river. 1870, ch. 378, 12 S. L. 1054, au- thorizes the Old Colony R. R. Co., if purchasing, to widen and straighten.] § 3. May purchase and use land from high-water to low- water mark of sixteen rods in width, construct canals and erect buildings. § 4. Authority to take land, and manner of determining the damages. § 5. Right for ten years to collect tolls not exceeding twelve per cent, on the cost, and after that period to be subject to reduction by the legislature. § 6. Crossing of private and public ways. § 7. May hold real and personal estate to the amount of $100,000. [1871, ch. 37 ; Acts and Res. 461, increase to $250,000 ; corporate property divisible into shares not exceeding 200. 1836, ch. 160 ; 7 S. L. 655, increase of $150,000 authorized, the entire stock divisible into shares not exceeding 2,500. 1846, ch. 232 ; 8 S. L. 649, § 3, authority to increase by $50,000.] § 8. Method of calling the first meeting. § 9. Construction and putting into use to be within three years. § 10. Other railways not incompatible with the convenient use of this may be authorized in Quincy and Milton. § 11. The stockholders to be individually liable for the corporate debts. [1854, ch. 271 ; 10 S. L. 149, repeals the sec- tion, except as to contracts already made.] 1831— (June 20). Ch. 48 ; 7 S. L. 126, § 1. Limitation of duration of the corporation to forty years repealed, this act being subject to repeal. Granite Railway Company. 31 § 2. Officers to hold over where an annual meeting is omitted, and mode of holding a meeting. [1858, ch. 174 ; 10 S. L. 834, as to mode of holding a meeting, and ratifica- tion of acts of officers.] 1836— (April 8). Ch. 160 ; 7 S. L. 655. Authority to increase the capital stock by $150,000, the entire stock divisible into shares not exceeding 2,500. [1846, ch. 232 ; 8 S. L. 649, increase of $50,000.] 1846— (April 16). Ch. 232 ; 8 S. L. 649, § 1. May, subject to gen- eral laws, extend railroad from terminus near Neponset River, across said river to the Dorchester and Milton R. R., with provisions as to bridge and draw. § 2. May construct branches to other neighboring quarries, and a wharf and depot on said river below the Old Colony R. R., with a branch thereto, and take land therefor. [1871, ch. 54 ; Acts and Res. 468, revives the act as to construction of branch roads.] § 3. May transport passengers and merchandise, own engines and cars, and increase capital stock by $50,000. § 4. May sell road to Old Colony R. R. Cor. [1848, ch 84 ; 8 S. L. 885, § 4 ; the Old Colony R. R. Cor. may con- tract for use of. 1870, ch. 378 ; 12 S. L. 1054 ; the Old Colony R. R. Cor., if purchasing, may straighten.] 1847— (March 31). Ch. 146 ; 8 S. L. 755, § 2. The Quincy Branch R. R. Co. may purchase. (April 15). Ch. 187 ; 8 S. L. 773, § 5. The Quincy Point R. R. Co. may enter on. 1848— (March 27). Ch. 84 ; 8 S. L. 885, § 4. The Old Colony R. R. Cor. may contract for the use of. [1846, ch. 232 ; 8 S. L. 649, § 4. ,1870, ch. 378; 12 S. L. 1054. 1871, ch. 54 ; Acts and Res. 468, § 3.] 1854— (April 12). Ch. 271 ; 10 S. L. 149. Stockholders relieved from the personal liability imposed by the original char- ter, except as to contracts already made. 1858— (March 27). Ch. 174 ; 10 S. L. 834. Mode of calling a meet- ing of stockholders for choice of officers, and ratifica- tion of acts of persons who have acted as officers. 32 Quincy Branch Railroad Company. § 2. Authorit}' to a clerk to make a record, having acted as such, although not sworn. § 3. Pending suits not to be affected by this act. 1870— (June 18). Ch. 378 ; 12 S. L. 1054, § 1. The Old Colony and N. R. Co., if purchasing the Granite Railway, under 1846 ch. 232 ; 8 S. L. 649, or 1848, ch. 84 ; 8 S. L. 885, may widen and straighten the location for a railroad from Belknap square in Quincy to the Mount Hope branch of the O. C. & N. R. Co., or to the Dorchester and Milton Branch R. R., and take land therefor. § 2. Description of land thus taken, approved by the railroad commissioners, to be filed. § 3. Damages for widening and straightening. 1871— (Feb. 20). Ch. 37; Acts and Res. 461. May carry on the business of quarrying and cutting stone, and may hold real and personal estate to the amount of $250,000, with confirmation of purchase of real estate already made, and of acts in carrying on said business. (Feb. 24). Ch. 54, Acts and Res., 468, § 2. Refers to the purchase of, by the Old Colony and Newport R. Co. § 3. Revives 1846, ch. 232 ; 8 S. L. 649, and 1848, ch. 84 ; 8 S. L. 885 as to construction of branch railroads. See Old Colony and Newport R. Co. Old Colony R. R. Co. QUINCY BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1847— (March 31). Ch. 146 ; 8 S. L. 755. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Authority to purchase the Granite Railway. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $300,000. See Granite R. Co. Quincy Point and Shawmut Railroad Companies. 33 QUINCY POINT RAILROAD COMPANY. 1847 — (April 15). Ch. 187 ; 8 S. L. 773. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Capital stock not to exceed $80,000. § 3. Location from eastern quarries to certain wharves, the entire road being in Quincy. § 4. Organization and location to be within one year, and con- struction within two years. § 5. May enter on the Granite R. in Quincy. § 6. May construct branches to quarries, wharves and depots, and take land therefor. § 7. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 8. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 9. May transfer franchises to Granite R. Co. See Granite R. Go. SHAWMUT RAILROAD COMPANY. 1870— (June 22). Ch. 397 ; 12 S. L. 1059. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Neponset River in Boston (Dorchester) near Granite bridge to the Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R., or to the Old Colony and Newport R., with right to enter upon, unite with and use either railroad, sub- ject to a corresponding right in the companies owning said roads. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000. § 4. Location to be within two years and construction within three years. [1871, ch. 325, § 3 ; Acts and Res., 662, time extended two years.] 1871— (May 25). Ch. 325 ; Acts and Res. 662, § 1. Consent of, to the construction of a branch in Ward 16 of Boston (Dorchester) by the Old Colony and Newport R. Co. required, and its right to such part of the location thereupon to cease. § 3. Time for location and construction of remaining portion extended two years. See Old Colony and Newport E. Co. 5 34 Mount Hope Branch Railroad. MOUNT HOPE BRANCH RAILROAD.* [Not a corporation, but a branch of the Old Colony R. R. Cor.] 1848— (March 27). Ch. 84; 8 S. L. 885, § 3. Location from Old Colony R. R. in Quincj', through or near a gravel hill called Mount Hope to the Granite R., granted to said O. C. R. R. Cor. 1870— (June 18). Ch. 378; 12 S. L. 1054, § 1. The Old Colony and Newport R. Co., if purchasing the Granite R., may construct a railroad from West Quincy to connect with its said Mount Hope branch. [1871, ch. 54, § 1 ; Acts and Res. 468.] 1871— (Feb. 24). Ch. 54; Acts and Res. 468, § 1. Authority given by the preceding act confirmed. See Old Colony R. R. Cor. Old Colony and JSfezvport R. Co. CAPE COD BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1846— (April 8). Ch. 194 ; 8 S. L. 635. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the road of the united Middleborough R. R., Fall River R. R., and Randolph and Bridgewater R. R. companies (united as the Fall River R. R. Co. by 1846, ch. 259, 8 S. L. 669), near the Four Corners in Middle- borough to Sandwich. [Location changed, enlarged and extended. 1849, ch. 198 ; 9 S. L. 93. Change of, near intersection with Fall River R. R., in Middleborough. 1851, ch 221 ; 9 S. L. 346. Extension to Barnstable and Yarmouth. " " " § 6. Discontinuance of part of branch at "Wareham narrows.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $500,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. [Par value of stock reduced to $60 a share. 1851, ch. 221, { 5 ; 9 S. L. 346. Additions to capital stock authorized, viz. : — 1851, ch 221 ; 9 S. L. 346. $240,000 at par value of $60 a share. 1854, ch. 29; 10 S. L. 11. $60,000. " " « " ] * For Mount Hope R. R. Cor. with location from Taunton to Somerset see post. Cape Cod Branch Railroad Company. 35 § 4. Shall provide draws in bridges across the narrows at Wareham, and at Cohasset narrows. [Draw not required in bridge over Wankinco River in Wareham under 1852, ch. 133 ; 9 S. L. 481.] § 5. May construct a branch in "Wareham to connect with the wharves at the narrows in Wareham. [Discontinuance of part of branch authorized by 1851, ch. 221, § 6 ; 9 S. L. 346.] § 6. May enter on and unite with and use the railroad of the united corporations (Fall River R. R. Co., 1846, ch. 259 ; 8 S. L. 669) in Middleborough. § 7. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 8. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 9. Location to be within one year and construction within two years. [Time extended one year, 1848, ch. 19 ; 8 S. L. 844.] § 10. May form a corporate union with the above united corpo- rations. [1872, ch. 143 ; Acts and Res. 110.] 1848— (Feb. 19). Ch. 19 ; 8 S. L. 844. Time for location and con- struction fixed by 1846, ch. 194, § 9 ; 8 S. L. 635, ex- tended one 3'ear. (April 21). Ch. 162 ; 8 S. L. 922, §§ 2, 6. The Taunton and Middleborough R. R. Cor. may intersect and enter on, at Middleborough. 1849— (May 1). Ch. 169; 9 S. L. 68, §§ 2, 5. The Fairhaven Branch R. R. Co. may enter on and use. (May 2). Ch. 198 ; 9 S. L. 93. May change location in Mid- dleborough, near intersection with the Fall River R. R., with a restriction -as to crossing highways ; the new location to be filed in one year. (May 2). Ch. 212; 9 S. L. 101, § 2. The Middleborough and Plympton R. R. may be constructed to the road of, in Middleborough, and use. 1851— (May 21). Ch. 221 ; 9 S. L. 346, § 1. May extend its road from Sandwich to Yarmouth Port and to tide-water at Hyannis harbor in Barnstable, with the right to main- tain a wharf at its terminus. 36 Cape Cod Railroad Company. § 2. To have, as to the extension, the privileges and be subject to the liabilities set forth in general laws. § 3. Maj r increase capital stock $240,000 ; to be divided into shares of $60 each. § 4. Conditions precedent to the commencement of construction. § 5. Par value of original capital stock reduced to $60 a share. § 6. Authorized to discontinue a part of the branch at Wareham narrows, authorized by 1846, § 5, ch. 194 ; 8 S. L. 635. § 7. Location of extension to be within one year and construc- tion within two 3-ears. [Time extended two years, 1852, ch. 133 ; 9 S. L. 481.] 1852— (April 20). Ch. 133 ; 9 S. L. 481, § 1. Time for location and construction of the extension to Sandwich authorized by 1851, ch. 221 ; 9 S. L. 346, extended two years. § 2. May maintain a bridge over the Wankinco River in TTare- ham without a draw. (April 28). Ch. 156; 9 S. L. 496. The town of Nantucket may take stock in, not exceeding $50,000, upon a vote of two-thirds of the voters present at a meeting. 1854— (Feb. 22). Ch. 29 ; 10 S. L. 11, § 1. Name changed to Cape Cod R. R. Co. § 2. Capital stock may be increased $60,000, to be divided into shares of $60 each. (April 14). Ch. 303 ; 10 S. L. 168. §§ 5, 6. The P. & TV. R. R. Co. may enter on, and lease or sell its franchise to. See Cape Cod B. B. Co. CAPE COD BATTYROAD COMPANY. 1854— (Feb. 22). Ch. 29 ; K) S. L. 11, § 1. Name changed from Cape Cod Branch R. R. Co. [Location. See Cape Cod Branch R. R. Co. Location changed, enlarged and extended. 1858, ch. 171, § 1 ; 10 S. L. 833. Connection with Middleborongh and Taunton R. R. 1858, ch. 171, § 5 ; 10 S. L. 833. Location confirmed, with right to file new de- scription within a year. 1863, ch. 95 ; 11 S. L. 375. "Wharf in "Wareham. Cape Cod Railroad Company, 37 1868, ch. 133 ; 12 S. L. 452. Extension from Yarmouth to Orleans. 1868, ch. 259 ; 12 S. L. 520. Extension from Orleans to Wellfleet andProvincetown. 1869, ch. 262 ; 12 S. L. 739. " " " " 1871, ch. 344 ; Acts and Res. 679. Extension from Orleans to Wellfleet and Provincctown. 1868, ch. 312 ; 12 S. L.555. Sea-wall across Cohasset narrows. 1870, ch. 36 ; 12 S. L. 886. Change of, at crossing of ship canal. 1870, ch. 379; 12 S. L. 1055. Location upon the Plymouth and Vineyard Sound R. R. 1872, ch. 143 ; Acts and Res., 110. Change of, between "Wellfleet and Pro- vincetown, and extension to deep water in Cape Cod harbor.] § 2. Capital stock may be increased $60,000, in shares of $60 each. [See Cape Cod Branch R. R. Co. Other additions authorized. 1868, ch. 133 ; 12 S. L. 452. $300,000. 1870, ch. 379 ; 12 S. L. 1055. $350,000 or $700,000 for the purchase of a part or the whole of the Plymouth and Vineyard Sound R. R.] 1854— (March 28). Ch. 191; 10 S. L. 97. The county commis- sioners of Barnstable may determine land damages against, notwithstanding their interest as stockholders. (April 14). Ch. 303 ; 10 S. L. 168, § 5. The Plymouth and Wareham R. R. Co. may enter on, by agreement. § 6. The P. & W. R. R. Co. may lease or sell franchise to. (April 15). Ch. 324 ; 10 S. L. 179, § 4. The Plympton and "Wareham R. R. Co. may enter on, by agreement. 1856— (April 19). Ch. 120; 10 S. L. 528. The Boston and Cape Cod Marine Telegraph along the line of. 1858— (March 27). Ch. 171 ; 10 S. L. 833, § 1. The Middleborough and Taunton R. R. Cor. may enter on the land of, in Mid- dleborough, at the point of connection with the Old Colony and Fall River R. R., with a further provision as to a new track of the M. & T. R. R. Cor. upon said land. § 2. The M. & T. R. R. Cor. not to enter at any other point or in any other manner. § 3. The M. & T. R. R. Cor. to pay for use of land, track and depot, with a method provided for determining the amount if not agreed upon. § 4. Neither corporation to enter on the tracks of the other without consent, except for transferring cars. § 5. Location confirmed, with right to file a new description within a year. 38 Cape Cod Railroad Company. 1861— (March 28). Ch. 109; 11 S. L. 184, §§ 2, 7. The Cape Cod Central R. R. Co. may enter on, in Yarmouth. § 8. The said C. C. C. R. R. Co. may transfer franchise or lease road to. [1868, ch. 133 ; 12 S. L. 452.] (April 11). Ch. 196 ; 11 S. L. 226, § 4. The Vineyard Sound R. R. Co. may enter on, at or near Monument station. 1863— (March 18). Ch. 95; 11 S. L. 375. May maintain a wharf in front of " Tim's Island " in "Wareham, and extend the same into the "Wankinco River with certain limita- tions, and the right to lay vessels at said wharf and receive wharfage and dockage. 1865— (March 24). Ch. 103 ; 11 S. L. 649, § 4. The Wood's Hole R. R. Co. may enter on, at the West Barnstable station. 1868— (April 13). Ch. 122; 12 S. L. 447, §§ 2, 3. The Plymouth and Vineyard Sound R. R. Co. (formerly Vineyard Sound) ma}- cross at grade and enter on. § 4. The Cape Cod R. R. Co. may guarantee the bonds of the P. & V. S. R R. Co., and take a mortgage of the fran- chise thereof as security. (April 21). Ch. 133; 12 S. L. 452, § 1. The purchase of the franchise and property of the Cape Cod Central R. R. by the C. C. R. R. Co. confirmed, and location extended from Yarmouth to Orleans. [1861, ch. 109; 11 S. L. 184.] § 2. Capital stock increased $300,000 ; authorized to issue to the Cape Cod Central R. R. Co., 1,333 shares, as part of the consideration of the purchase, and to guarantee its bonds to the amount of $125,000. (May 26). Ch. 259; 12 S. L. 520, § 1. May extend from Orleans to Wellfleet by filing location within one year, and constructing extension in two 3'ears. [Time for location extended to June 1, 1871, and for construction to June 1,- 1873. 1869, ch. 262 ; 12 S. L. 739.] And also to Provincetown by filing location in three 3'ears, and constructing the extension in five 3'ears. [Time for location extended to Sept. 1, 1871. 1871, ch. 344 ; Acts and Res. 679.] § 2. Ma3* cross navigable waters in Barnstable County under the direction of the railroad commissioners. Cape Cod Railroad Company. 39 § 3. Certain towns may subscribe to the capital stock of, to a limited amount and on certain conditions. §§ 4, 5. Issue of bonds by said towns, and representation thereof as stockholders at corporate meetings. 1868— (June 5). Ch. 312; 12 S. L. 555. May construct a sea-wall across Cohasset narrows, between Sandwich and Ware- ham, with provisions as to a landing for wood, charges for transporting the same, damages to wharf-owners and dredging. 1869— (May 10) . Ch. 262 ; 12 S. L. 739. Time for location of exten- sion to Wellfleet extended to June 1, 1871, and for con- struction to June 1, 1873. [1868, ch. 259 ; 12 S. L. 520. 1871, ch. 344 ; Acts and Res. 679.] 1870— (Feb. 26). Ch. 36 ; 12 S. L. 886, § 8. Required to alter loca- tion at crossing of Cape Cod Ship canal at a point fixed by the railroad commissioners ; the road upon the new location and the bridge over the canal to be built by the canal company. § 9. Location of the railroad upon the land of the canal com- pany to the bridge over the canal. § 10. To pay the canal company for certain materials. § 14. Penalties recoverable of, as to the bridge, under 1863, ch. 131, § 6. § 16. The Canal Company required to build highways connecting with the bridge. (June 18). Ch. 379 ; 12 S. L. 1055, § 3. May purchase the franchise of Plymouth and Vineyard Sound R. R. Co., the location thereof to be within two years, and the construction to be wkhin four 3'ears. § 4. Authority of certain towns to take stock in the P. & V. S. R. R. Co. applied, in case of a purchase, to the com- pany purchasing. § 5. In case of said purchase, increase of capital stock author- ized to the amount of $700,000 if the whole is pur- chased, or $350,000 if only one section is purchased. (June 22). Ch. 398 ; 12 S. L. 1060, § 2. Location of the New Bedford and Middleborough R. R., from the junc- tion of the C. C. R. R. with the Old Colony and Newport R. in Middleborough. 40 Cape Cod Central Railroad Company. 1871— (May 12). Ch. 288 ; Acts and Res. 636, §§ 2, 3. The Plym- outh and Sandwich R. R. Co. ma}' enter on, with a cor- responding right in the C. C. R. R. Co. § 4. Said P. & S. R. R. Co. may lease its railroad, franchise and other property to. § 6. The C. C. R. R. Co. may take a limited amount of stock in the P. & S. R. R. Co. (May 25). Ch. 344; Acts and Res. 679. Time for location from Wellfleet to Provincetown extended to September 1,1871. [1868, ch. 259 ; 12 S. L. 520. 1869, ch. 262 ; 12 S. L. 739.] 1872— (March 27). Ch. 143 ; Acts and Res. 110, § 1. May form a corporate union with the Old Colony and Newport R. Co. in the manner prescribed. [1846, ch. 194, § 10 ; 8 S. L. 635.] § 2. Upon the union being made, the 0. C. & N. R. Co. may issue new stock to the stockholders of the Cape Cod R. R. Co. § 3. The O. C. & N. R. Co. may, after the union, change its name to the Old Colony R. R. Co. § 4. The Cape Cod R. R., Co. or the O. C. & N. R. Co., if a union is made, ma}' change the location between "Wellfleet and Provincetown by filing the same on or before July 1, 1872, and extend to deep water in Cape Cod harbor, with approval of the harbor commissioners. See Cape Cod Branch R. R. Co. Cape Cod Central R. R. Co. Old Colony R. R. Co. CAPE COD CENTRAL RAILROAD COMPACTS". 1861— (March 28). Ch. 109 ; 11 S. L. 184. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Cape Cod R. R. in Yarmouth to Orleans. [Location in Chatham, 1863, ch. 110 ; 11 S. L. 382.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. [Additions to capital stock authorized. 1863, ch. 110; 11 S. L. 382. $1.50,000. 1865, ch. 200 ; 11 S. L. 702. $100,000.] Cape Cod Central Railroad Company. 41 § 4. Organization and location to be within two years, and construction within three years. [Time extended six months by 1863, ch. 110 ; 11 S. L. 382. Time for con- struction extended one year, 1864, ch. 156 ; 11 S. L. 538. Time for construction extended to October, 1866, ch. 60. 1865; 11 S. L. 632.] § 5. Highwaj*s to be crossed as county commissioners direct. § 6. May issue bonds not to exceed the amount of the capital stock, as provided in General Statutes, ch. 63. § 7. May unite with and enter on the Cape Cod R. R. § 8. May transfer franchise and property to Cape Cod R. R. Co., or lease road and property to the same or the Fall River R. R. Co. or other corporation. 1863— (March 18). Ch. 96 ; 11 S. L. 375, § 1. The town of Chat- ham may subscribe for shares in the capital stock of, to the amount of $50,000. § 2. The said town may raise mone}' by loan or tax therefor. § 3. Representation of the town at corporate meetings. (March 24). Ch. 104; 11 S. L. 379. The town of Harwich may subscribe for shares in the capital stock of v to the amount of $40,000, with the same provisions as in the act 1863, ch. 96 ; 11 S. L. 375, giving a similar authority to the town of Chatham. (March 24). Ch. 105; 11 S. L. 380. The town of Orleans may subscribe for shares in the capital stock of, to the amount of $25,000, with the same provisions as in the act 1863, ch. 96 ; 11 S. L. 375, giving a similar authority to the town of Chatham. • (March 26). Ch. 110 ; 11 S. L. 382, § 1. Amends 1861, ch. 109, § 2 ; 11 S. L. 184, so as to authorize a location in the town of Chatham. §2. Amends 1861, ch. 109, § 3; 11 S. L. 184, so as to authorize the increase of the capital stock by $50,000. § 3. The time for organization, location and construction ex- tended six months. 1864— (Feb. 8). Ch. 11 ; 11 S. L. 472. The town of Brewster may subscribe for shares in the capital stock of, to the amount of $25,000, with the same provisions as in the act 1863, ch. 96 ; 11 S. L. 375, giving a similar authority to the town of Chatham. 6 42 The Fairhaven Branch Railroad Company. 1864— (April 20). Ch. 156; 11 S. L. 538. Time for construction extended one year. 1865— (March 6). Ch. 60; 11 S. L. 632. Time for construction extended to October 1, 1866. (May 5). Ch. 200 ; 11 S. L. 702. May increase capital stock by an amount not exceeding $100,000. 1868— (March 16). Ch. 66; 12 S. L. 415. Confirms mortgage of railroad and property to Nickerson and Sears, trustees of bondholders, made January 11, 1866. (April 21). Ch. 133; 12 S. L. 452, § 1. Confirms sale of franchise and property to Cape Cod R. R. Co., with authority to extend from Yarmouth to Orleans. § 2. The Cape Cod R. R. Co. may increase its capital stock by 5,000 shares, and, as a consideration of the pur- chase, issue 1,333 shares to the Cape Cod Central R. R. Co., and guarantee its bonds to the amount of §125,000. See Cape Cod B. B. Co. THE FAIRHAVEN BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANTT. 1849— (May 1). Ch. 169 ; 9 S. L. 68. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Fairhaven to the Cape Cod Branch R. R. between South Middleborough and South "Wareham stations, with restrictions as to location in Rochester. [1852, ch. 150 ; 9 S. L. 492, over burial ground in Fairhaven. 1854, ch. 124 ; 10 S. L. 56, purchase of New Bedford and Fairhaven feny.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $250,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. [1851, ch. 85, § 2; 9 S. L. 291. Capital stock reduced to $200,000. 1853, ch. 147 ; 9 S. L. 644. " " increased by §100,000.] § 4. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. [1851, ch. 85, § 1 ; 9 S. L. 291. Time extended one year. 1852, ch. 116; 9 S. L. 476. " " one year.] The Fairhaven Branch Railroad Company. 43 § 5. May enter on and use the Cape Cod Branch R. R., Fall River R. R., and Old Colony R. R. § 6. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 7. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. 1851— (April 30). Ch. 85 ; 9 S. L. 291, § 1. The time for location and construction extended one year, the whole capital stock to be subscribed, and ten per cent, paid in before proceeding to construct. [1852, ch. 116; 9 S. L. 476, time for location and construction extended one year.] § 2. Capital stock to be $200,000. [1853, ch. 147 ; 9 S. L. 644, increased by $100,000.] 1852— (April 20). Ch. 116 ; 9 S. L. 476. Time for location and con- struction extended one year. (April 27). Ch. 150; 9 S. L. 492. May locate over the burial ground in Fairhaven. 1853— (April 14). Ch. 147; 9 S. L. 644. May increase capital stock by $100,000. 1854— (March 24). Ch. 124 ; 10 S. L. 56, § 1. The proprietors of the New Bedford and Fairhaven ferry may transfer their charter to. § 2. Transfer to be by deed. § 3. The ferry corporation after the transfer to be known as the Fairhaven Branch R. R. Co. § 4. Separate corporate meetings of the ferry company not re- quired, and expenses and profits of the ferry to belong to the railroad corporation. (April 15). Ch. 324 ; 10 S. L. 179, § 2. Location of thePlym- ton and Wareham R. R. in Wareham near the junction of, with the Cape Cod R. R. 1857— (May 29). Ch. 253 ; 10 S. L. 748. Concerning obstructions to the line of the ferry supported by. 1861— (March 21). Ch. 80; 11 S. L. 161, § 1. May transfer its franchise and property by deed for the benefit of cred- itors, and attachments to be thereby dissolved. 44 Vineyard Sound Railroad Company. § 2. Any railroad corporation may buy the same, the transfer thereto to extinguish the Fairhaven Branch R. R. Co., and the grantee not to be liable for its debts. § 3. Individuals purchasing may organize under the charter, but not to enjoy its privileges until organized, and the new corporation not to be liable for the debts of the old. § 4. The directors of the F. B. R. R. Co. to appropriate the proceeds of the sale pro rata to the payment of creditors, and divide the residue among the stockholders. § 5. May, if directors elect, mortgage its franchise and prop- erty to trustees to secure bonds issued under General Statutes, ch. 63. 1864— (April 2). Ch. 129 ; 11 S. L. 524, §§ 1, 3. The Boston and Fairhaven Iron Works may construct a railroad track from its foundry and shop to connect with the Fairhaven R. R. by consent. VINEYARD SOUND RAILROAD COMPANY. 1861— (April 11). Ch. 196 ; 11 S. L. 226. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Monument station of Cape Cod R. R. in Sandwich to tide-water at Wood's Hole in Falmouth, with right to build wharves in tide-water at Wood's Hole. [1868, ch. 122; 12 S. L. 447, extension to Old Colony and Newport R. in Plymouth.] § 3. Capital stock to be $300,000, with provision as to the issue of shares. [1868, ch. 122 ; 12 S. L. 447, increase of $300,000 authorized.] § 4. May enter on Cape Cod R. R. at Monument station. § 5. Location to be within three years and completion within five 3 r ears. [Time extended, 1865, ch. 104 ; 11 S. L. 650. '1867, ch. 102; 12 S. L. 217. 1868, ch. 86 ; 12 S. L. 431. 1868, ch. 122, §7; 12 S. L. 447.] 1865— (March 27.) Ch. 104; 11 S. L. 650; Revives and confirms 1861, ch. 196 ; 11 S. L. 226, provided the organization is within one year, the location within two years, and the construction within four years. [1868, ch. 122, § 7 ; 12 S. L. 447, repeals the proviso.] 1867— (March 28). Ch. 102; 12 S. L. 217. Time for location ex- tended three years and for construction five years. Plymouth & Vineyard Sound Railroad Company. 45 1868— (March 27). Ch. 86 ; 12 S. L. 431. Time for location and construction extended two years. (April 13). Ch. 122 ; 12 S. L. 447, § 1. Name changed to Plymouth and Vineyard Sound R. R. Co., with authority to extend from Monument village in Sandwich to Old Colony and Newport R. in Plymouth. See Plymouth and Vineyard Sound R. R. Co. PLYMOUTH AND VINEYARD SOUND RAILROAD COMPANY. 1868— (April 13). Ch. 122 ; 12 S. L. 447, § 1. Name changed from Vineyard Sound R. R. Co., and authority given to extend from Monument Village in Sandwich to terminus of Old Colony and Newport R. in Plymouth, to maintain wharves at Wood's Hole and at the head of Buzzard's Bay in tide water, and increase capital stock by $300,000. [For location and capital stock, see Vineyard Sound R. R. Co.] § 2. May cross at grade highways and the Cape Cod R. R. § 3. May enter on Old Colony and Newport R. and the Cape Cod R. R., and may lease its road and property to said com- panies. § 4. May issue bonds not to exceed capital stock paid in ; the O. C. & N. R. Co. and the C. C. R. R. Co. may guarantee the same ; and the P. & V. S. R. R. Co. may secure the guarantee by a mortgage of road and franchise. [1870, ch. 379, § 3 ; 12 S. L: 1055.] §§ 5, 6. The towns of Plymouth, Falmouth, Sandwich, Edgar- town, Chilmark and Tisbury may subscribe for a limited amount of stock, and be represented at corporate meetings. § 7. Repeals 1861, § 5, ch. 196 ; 11 S. L. 226, and proviso as to time for location and construction of, 1865, ch. 104 ; 11 S. L. 650. § 8. Location of extension to be within two years and con- struction within four years. [Repealed by 1870, ch. 379, § 6 ; 12 S. L. 1055.] 1870— (June 18). Ch. 379 ; 12 S. L. 1055. § 1 revives 1861, ch. 196 ; 11 S. L. 226, and 1868, ch. 122; 12 S. L. 447, and allows a location within two years, and construction within four years. > 46 Plymouth and Sandwich Railroad Company. § 2. Maj T construct road in sections, the location of the second section to be within three years and its construction within five years. § 3. May transfer franchise of either or both sections to C. C. R. R. Co. or the 0. C. & N. R. Co. [1868, ch. 122, § 4 ; 12 S. L. 447;] the company receiving such franchise to have power to construct and maintain the road or section purchased, and to be required to file location in two years and construct the same in four years. § 4. 1868, §§ 5, 6, ch. 122 ; 12 S. L. 447, authorizing town sub- scriptions to apply in case of a transfer, to the company receiving it, as above. § 5. The purchasing corporation may increase its capital stock by $700,000 for the whole road, or $350,000 for a single section. § 6. Repeals 1868, § 8, ch. 122 ; 12 S. L. 447, as to time for location and construction. 1871— (May 12). Ch. 288; Acts and Res. 636, § 3. Said com- pany and the Pbymouth and Sandwich R. R. Co. may enter on each other. § 4. Said P. & S. R. R. Co. may lease its road to. See Vineyard Sound R. R. Co. WOOD'S HOLE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1865— (March 24). Ch. 103 ; 11 S. L. 649. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Barnstable near the "West Barnstable station on the Cape Cod R. R. to tide-water at Wood's Hole harbor in Falmouth, with right to build wharves. § 3. Capital stock to be $400,000. § 4. May enter on, unite with and use the Cape Cod R. R. § 5. Location to be within three years and construction within five years. PLYMOUTH AND SANDWICH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1871— (May 12). Ch. 288, Acts and Res. 636. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. Plymouth and Wareham Railroad Company. 47 § 2. Location from terminus of Old Colony and Newport R. in Plymouth to Cape Cod R. R. in Sandwich. § 3. May enter on said O. C. & N. R., the C. C. R. R. and the Plymouth and Vinej'ard Sound R. R., with reciprocal right in those companies. § 4. May lease its road, franchise and property to either of said companies. § 5. Capital stock not to be less than $200,000 nor more than 0360,000. § 6. The O. C. & N. R. Co. and the C. C. R. Co. may take stock in, to a limited amount. § 7. Location and construction to be within two years. 1873— (March 27). Ch. 118; Acts and Res. 549. Time for loca- tion and construction extended two years. PLYMOUTH AND "WAREHAM RAILROAD COMPANY. 1854— (April 14). Ch. 303 ; 10 S. L. 168. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the depot of Old Colony R. R. Cor. in Plymouth to a point in Wareham near Tremont Iron "Works easterly of Cape Cod Branch R. R. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $300,000, with provisions as to issue of, and assessments on shares. § 4. May enter on said O. C. R. R. in Ptymouth. § 5. May enter by consent on Cape Cod Branch R. R. § 6. May lease or sell franchise and property to either of said companies. § 7. Location to be within two }'ears and completion within three years. SOUTH SHORE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1846— (March 26). Ch. 152 ; 8 S. L. 608. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Old Colony R. R. in Quincy to Duxbury. [1847, ch. 201 ; 8 S. L. 786, defines the location anew.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $600,000, divided into shares of $50 each. [1847, ch. 243 ; 8 S. L. 807, increase of $75,000 authorized for purchase of the Cohasset and Scituate Branch R. R.] ; may hold real estate. 48 South Shore Railroad Company. § 4. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 5. Organization and location to be within one year, and con- struction of the part from Quincy to Cohasset to be within two years from May 1, 1846, and the part from Cohasset to Duxbury within three years therefrom. [1847, ch. 201 ; 8 S. L. 786. extends time one year. 1848, ch. 182 ; 8 S. L. 930, extends time six months from May 1, 1848.] § 6. May unite with in Quincy, enter on and use the Old Colony R. R., with power in the legislature to authorize other corporations to enter on said S. S. R. R. Co. 1847— (April 20). Ch. 201 ; 8 S. L. 786, § 1. Defines a location from Quinc} T to a terminus in Cohasset, repealing 1846, ch. 152 ; 8 S L. 608, so far as inconsistent. § 2. Time for location and construction extended one year. [1848, ch. 182 ; 8. S. L. 930, extends time six months from May 1, 1848.] § 3. Crossing of navigable waters in "Weymouth by a bridge. § 4. Stockholders may withdraw subscriptions because of the act. § 5. Meeting of corporation for acceptance of the act. (April 23). Ch. 243; 8 S. L. 807, § 5. The Cohasset and Scituate Branch R. R. Co. may enter on, in Cohasset, and use. § 7. Ma}* take a convej-ance of the franchise of the Cohasset and Scituate Branch R. R. Co., and increase its capital stock therefor, not exceeding §75,000. 1848— (April 24). Ch. 182 ; 8 S. L. 930. Time for location and con- struction extended six months from May 1, 1848. 1849— (May 1). Ch. 163 ; 9 S. L. 65, § 2. The Old Colony R. R. Co. ma} r carry out its contract to lease the South Shore R. R. 1867— (March 13). Ch. 165 ; 12 S. L. 194, § 3. May enter on, unite with and use the Duxbury and Cohasset R. R. with the corresponding right in the corporation owning that road. 1870— (March 4). Ch. 47; 12 S. L. 894, § 1. May purchase the Duxbury and Cohasset R. R. Duxbury and Cohasset Railroad Company. 49 § 2. May subscribe for the stock of the D. & C. R. R. Co., not exceeding $200,000, and issue bonds with mortgage therefor ; and the Old Colony and Newport R. Co. may guarantee the bonds. 1870— (March 4). Ch. 48 ; 12 S. L. 895, § 2. May operate the We3 T mouth Branch Freight R. R. under contract. § 3. May buy or lease the franchise of said corporation. § 4. May subscribe for the capital stock of said corporation. 1871— (May 6). Ch. 257; Acts and Res. 603, § 2. Crossing of, at grade, by the Plymouth County R. R. Co. § 3. Concerning the use by the South Shore R. R. Co. and the Plymouth County R. R. Co. of the roads of each other. § 4. May take a lease of the Plymouth County R. R. COHASSET AND SCTTUATE BRANCH RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1847— (April 23). Ch. 243 ; 8 S. L. 807. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from South Shore R. R. in Cohasset to the harbor in Scituate. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $75,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Location to be within three years, and construction within five years. § 5. May enter on the South Shore R. R. in Cohasset. § 6. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 7. May transfer property and franchise to the South Shore R. R. Co., which may increase its capital stock therefor by $75,000. § 8. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. THE DUXBURY AND COHASSET RAILROAD COMPANY. 1867— (March 13). Ch. 65 ; 12 S. L. 194. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from South Shore R. R. in Cohasset to Duxbury. [1871, ch. 104; Acts and Res. 497, extension to tide- water in Duxbury, and to the Old Colony and Newport R. in Kingston.] 7 50 Duxbury and Cohasset Railroad Company. § 3. May enter on the railroad of the South Shore R. R. Co M with a corresponding right in the latter corporation. § 4. Capital stock to be $350,000 ; may hold real and personal property. [1871, ch. 104; Acts and Res. 497, in- crease of $100,000 for an extension.] § 5. The towns of Duxbury, Marshfield and Scituate may take stock in, to the amount of $75,000 each, by two-thirds of the legal voters voting therefor, and may pay for the same by loan or tax. [1868, ch. 340, § 1 ; 12 S. L. 575, majority vote of the voters present and voting made • sufficient.] § 6. The selectmen may vote on the stock of said towns, and the vote may be on the whole stock so held, notwith- standing chapter 63 of the General Statutes. § 7. Location to be within two years, and construction within four j-ears. [1868, ch. 340, § 2 ; 12 S. L. 575, time extended two years.] 1868— (June 10). Ch. 340 ; 12 S. L. 575, § 1. The towns named in 1867, ch. 65; 12 S. L. 194, may take the stock on a majority vote of the voters present and voting. . § 2. Time for location and construction extended two years. 1870— (March 4). Ch. 47 ; 12 S. L. 894, § 1. May contract for the construction and operation of its railroad with the South Shore R. R. Co., or the Old Colony and Newport R. Co., and sell or lease it to either. § 2. The S. S. R. R. Co. and the O. C. & N. R. Co., or either, may subscribe for and hold stock in said D. & C. R. R. Co. not exceeding in the aggregate $200,000, and issue bonds with mortgage for securing the same, and the O. C. &N. R. Co. may guarantee the bonds of the S. S. R. R. Co. issued therefor. § 3. May, on certain conditions, issue bonds with a mortgage, not exceeding $100,000. § 4. Act to be void unless accepted within one year. 1871— (March 18). Ch. 104; Acts and Res. 497, § 1. May ex- tend to tide-water in Duxbury, and also to the Old Colony and Newport R. in Kingston. § 2. Any corporation owning its stock to have a vote for each share. § 3. May increase capital stock for the extension $100,000. § 4. Power to extend and issue new stock to be void, unless exercised within three years. Hanover Branch Railroad Company. 51 1873— (Feb. 11). Ch. 21; Acts and Res. 498, § 1. The town of Plymouth may subscribe to the capital stock of, not ex- ceeding $50,000 by a certain vote, and raise money therefor. § 2. Representation of said town as a stockholder at corporate meetings, with right to vote on whole amount of stock held, notwithstanding ch. 63, General Statutes. DUXBURY BRANCH BAILROAD COMPANY. 1847— (April 7). Ch. 162 ; 8 S. L. 760. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Duxbury to the Old Colony R. R. in Kingston. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $100,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Location to be within one year and construction within four years. § 5. May enter on the Old Colony R. R. in Kingston. § 6. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 7. May transfer property and franchise to the Old Colony R. R. Cor. HANOVER BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1846— (April 6). Ch. 185 ; 8 S. L. 632. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Hanover (Four Corners) to Old Colony R. R. in Abington. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $125,000. [1864, ch. 155 ; 11 S. L. 537, increase to $160,000;] may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Location to be within one year, and construction within three years. [1847, ch. 247 ; 8 S. L. 810, extends time for location eighteen months beyond April 6, 1847. 1864, ch. 155, § 3; 11 S. L. 537, extends time for location to May 1, 1866, and for construction to May 1, 1867. 1866, ch. 205; 12 S. L. Ill, extends time for location to June 1, 1866. 1867, ch. 14; 12 S. L. 172, extends time for construction to May 1, 1869.] 52 Silver Lake Branch Railroad Company. § 5. May enter on and unite with the Old Colony R. R. in Abington. [1864, ch. 155 ; 11 S. L. 537, limits the right, without its consent, to local trains of Old Colony and Newport R. Co.] § 6. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 7. May transfer property and franchise to Old Colony R. R. Cor. 1847— (April 23). Ch. 247 ; 8 S. L. 810. Time for location extended eighteen months beyond April 6, 1847. 1864— (April 20). Ch. 155; 11 S. L. 537, § 1. Revives 1846, ch. 185 ; 8 S. L. 632, not, however, with the power to use the railroad of the Old Colony and Newport R. Co., except in connection with its local trains without its consent. § 2. May organize within two years. § 3. Time for location extended to May 1, 1866, and for con- struction to May 1, 1867. § 4. May increase capital stock to $160,000. 1866— (May 1). Ch. 205 ; 12 S. L. 111. Time for location extended to June 1, 1866. 1867— (Feb. 8). Ch. 14; 12 S. L. 172. Time for construction ex- tended to May 1, 1869. 1868— (April 16). Ch. 127; 12 S. L. 451. George Curtis may maintain a side track to connect his iron works in Han- over with. SILVER LAKE BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1849— (May 2). Ch. 237 ; 9 S. L. 116. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Old Colony R. R. in Halifax to Jones River pond, with power to enter on O. C. R. R. § 3. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $35,000, with provisions as to assessments on shares, issue thereof, and holding real and personal estate. Plympton and Wareham Railroad Company. 53 § 5. Location to be within ten months, and completion within one year. [1850, ch. 109 ; 9 S. L. 159, time extended one year.] § 6. May sell and transfer property and franchises to 0. C. R. R. Cor. 1850— (March 21). Ch. 109; 9 S. L. 159. Time for location and completion extended one year. PLYMPTON BBANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1848— (April 24). Ch. 180 ; 8 S. L. 929. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from south-east side of Jones River pond in Plympton to Old Colony R. R. in Kingston, with right to enter on said O. C. R. R. § 3. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $40,000, with provisions as to issue thereof and assessments ; may hold real and per- sonal estate. § 5. Location to be within six months and completion within one year. § 6. May transfer property and franchises to O. C. R. R. Cor. 1856— (Feb. 29). Ch. 32; 10 S. L. 500. Name changed to Silver Lake Ice Co. SILVER LAKE ICE COMPANY. 1856— (Feb. 29). Ch. 32 ; 10 S. L. 500. Name changed from the Plympton Branch R. R. Co. See Plympton Branch R. R. Co. PLYMPTON AND "WAREHAM RAILROAD COMPANY. 1854— (April 15). Ch. 324 ; 10 S. L. 179. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. 54 Matfield Railroad Company. § 2. Location from Old Colony R. R. in Plympton to Wareham easterly of Cape Cod R. R., and near the junction of Fairhaven R. R. with the C. C. R. R. § 3. Capital stock to be $250,000, with provisions as to issue of, and assessments on shares. § 4. May enter on Old Colony R. R., and by consent, on Cape Cod R. R. § 5. Location to be within two years and completion within three years. MIDDLEBOROTTGH AND PLYMPTON RAILROAD CO. 1849— (May 2). Ch. 212 ; 9. S. L. 101. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Old Colony R. R. in Plympton to the Cape Cod R. R. or the Fall River R. R. in Middleborough. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $150,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Location to be within two years, and construction within three years. § 5. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 6. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. MATFIELD RAILROAD COMPANY. 1850— (April 30). Ch. 260 ; 9 S. L. 237. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, but not to take land except by contract. § 2. Location from the iron works of the East Bridgewater Iron Co. in East Bridgewater to the Bridgewater and Abington Branch of Old Colony R. R., northerly of and within 1,000 feet of the station-house in East Bridgewater, with authority to unite by turnouts and switches with the O. C. R. R. by consent. § 3. Shares not to be issued for less than par value actually paid in. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $10,000 ; may invest in real and personal estate. § 5. Location and completion to be within one year. Xew Bedford & Middleborough Railroad Company. 55 BRIDGEW ATER AND ABINGTON BRANCH. (Not a corporation, but a branch of the Old Colony R. R. Corporation.) 1850— (April 30). Ch. 260 ; 9 S. L. 237, § 2. The Matfield R. R. Co. may enter on. PLYMOUTH COUNTY RAILROAD COMPANY. 1871 — (May 6). Ch. 257 ; Acts and Res. 603. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the town house in South Scituate to the Old Colony and Newport R. in Quincy, between the Quincy and Wollaston stations, crossing the South Shore R. R. at grade. § 3. May construct road in two sections, divided by the South Shore R. R., with provisions as to the use of the South Shore R. R. and of the Old Colon}- and Newport R., the use by said companies of said P. C. R. R. and the ter- mination of their right to use in a certain event. § 4. May lease the whole road, or a section, to the S. S. R. R. Co. or the O. C. & N. R. Co. § 5. Capital stock to be $400,000, receivable for the construc- tion of each section separately, with conditions precedent to the commencement of the construction of each section. § 6. Location of first section to be within two years, and con- struction within four years. [1873, ch. 147 ; Acts and Res. 571, time for location extended eighteen months.] 1873— (April 2). Ch. 147, Acts and Res., 571. Time for location extended eighteen months. NEW BEDFORD AND MIDDLEBOROUGH RAILROAD CO. 1870— (June 22). Ch. 398 ; 12 S. L. 1060. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the junction of the Old Colony and Newport R. and the Cape Cod R. R. in Middleborough to New Bedford, with a provision as to location over tide- waters, subject to the direction of the harbor commis- sioners. 56 New Bedford and Fall River Railroad Company. § 3. May enter on and use the Old Colony and Newport R., with a corresponding right in the latter corporation, and if constructed on the west side of the Acushnet River, the New Bedford and Taunton R. R. Co. may enter on said N. B. & M. R. R. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $700,000, nor be less than $400,000. § 5. The Old Colony and Newport R. Co. may subscribe for one- half of the stock of. § 6. Certain towns may subscribe for the stock to a limited ex- tent upon certain terms. § 7. Location to be within two years, and construction within three years. 1871— (Feb. 20). Ch. 32 ; Acts and Res. 459, § 4. May, if located on the west side of the Acushnet River, enter on, unite with and use the New Bedford and Taunton R. R. § 5. May, if such connection takes place within three years, purchase an undivided half of that portion of the road and property of the N. B. & T. R. R. Co. lying south- erly of the junction, with a corresponding right in the N. B. & T. R. R. Co. in a certain event. § 6. The road owned in common to be under a joint super- intendent, with powers of railroad commissioners in case of disagreement. § 7. The construction of the road of one company into New Bedford, beyond Hillman street, to exclude the other, except as provided. See New Bedford and Taunton R. R. Co. NEW BEDFORD AND PALL RIVER RAILROAD COMPANY. 1836— (April 16). Ch. 267 ; 7 S. L. 714. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with a location from the eastern shore of Taunton Great River in Fall River to County street in New Bedford. § 2. Capital stock to be not less than $200,000 nor more than $300,000 ; may hold real estate. § 3. Duty to build fences, and liability for neglect. § 4. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 5. Subject to use by other companies under legislative authority. Taunton and Middleborough Ii. R. Corporation. 57 § 6. Toll-houses and tolls. § 7. Organization, location and subscription of 2,000 shares to be before Sept. 1, 1837, and completion by Dec. 31, 1840. [1838, ch. 179; 8 S. L. 71, time extended two years.] § 8. Provisions as to the part of the road in Rhode Island. 1838— (April 24). Ch. 179 ; 8 S. L. 71. Act revived and continued in force for two 3 _ ears beyond time named in 1836, ch. 267, § 7; 7S. L. 714. TAUNTON AND MXDDLEBOROUGH RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1848— (April 21). Ch. 162 ; 8 S. L. 922. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the New Bedford and Taunton R. R. in Taunton, to the Fall River R. R. in Middleborough, no as to intersect the Cape Cod Branch R. R. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $150,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Location to be within one year, and construction within three years. [1849, ch. 12 ; 9 S. L. 4, extends time for location and construction one year. 1850, ch. 134 ; 9 S. L. 165, extends time for location to May 1, 1851, and for construction to May 1, 1852.] § 5. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 6. May enter on the Taunton and New Bedford R. R. at Taunton, and the Fall River R. R. and the Cape Cod Branch R. R. at Middleborough. § 7. Subject to use by other companies under legislative authority. 1849— (Feb. 9). Ch. 12 ; 9 S. L. 4. Extends time for location and construction one j-ear. 1850— (April 2). Ch. 134 ; 9 S. L. 165. Extends time for location to May 1, 1851, and for construction to May 1, 1852. 1853— (March 17). Ch. 55 ; 9 S. L. 591. Charter revived and name changed to the Middleborough and Taunton R. R. Cor. See Middleborough and Taunton M. R. Cor. 8 58 Middleborough and Taunton li. R. Corporation. MIDDLEBOBOTJGH AND TAUNTON RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1853— (March 17). Ch. 55 ; 9 S. L. 591, § 1. Revives the charter of the Taunton and Middleborough R. R. Cor., granted by 1848, ch. 162 ; 8 S. L. 922, and requires the location to be before Jan. 1, 1854, and the completion before Sept. 1, 1854. [1854, ch. 100; 10 S. L. 44, extends time for construction to Sept. 1, 1855, and 1855, ch. 258 ; 10 S. L. 366, extends it to Sept. 1, 1856. Location confirmed by 1858, ch. 171, § 5; 10 S. L. 833, with authority to file a new description within one year.] [For location and capital stock, see Taunton and Middleborough R. R. Cor. 1858, ch. 171 ; 10 S. L. 833. Location confirmed.] § 2. The company to be called hereafter the " Middleborough and Taunton R. R. Cor." (March 17). Ch. 58 ; 9 S. L. 595. The Taunton Branch R. R. Cor. may subscribe, by a three-fourths vote of the stockholders present, for the stock of, not exceeding $25,000. 1854— (March 17). Ch. 100; 10 S. L. 44. Extends time for con struction to Sept. 1, 1855. 1855— (May 2). Ch. 258 ; 10 S. L. 366. Extends time for construc- tion to Sept. 1, 1856. 1858— (March 27). Ch. 171 ; 10 S. L. 833, § 1. May enter on and use the lands of the Old Colony and Fall River R. R., and Cape Cod R. R. companies in Middleborough upon terms set forth. § 2. Shall not enter otherwise than as provided. § 3. Shall pay a compensation for such use, to be determined in the manner provided. § 4. Limitation of such use, except by consent, to the transfer of cars. § 5. Locations of the three roads confirmed, with authority to file new descriptions within one }'ear. 1867— (March 16). Ch. 74; 12 S. L. 200, § 3. May enter on the railroad of the Bridgewater and Taunton R. R. Co., with a corresponding right in the latter company. Fall River Mill Road, Railroad and Ferry Co. 59 1873— (Feb. 11). Ch. 20 ; Acts and Res. 495, § 5. The New Bedford R. R. Co. may, after the purchase of the New Bedford and Taunton R. R., purchase the property and franchise of the M. & T. R. R. Cor. in mode prescribed. See Taunton and Middleborough B. B. Cor. New Bedford B. B. Co. BRIDGEWATER AND TAUNTON RAILROAD COMPANY. 1867— (March 16). Ch. 74 ; 12 S. L. 200. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Bridgewater to the New Bedford and Taun- ton R. R., or to the Middleborough and Taunton R. R. § 3. May enter on, unite with and use the roads of the Old Colony and Newport R., New Bedford and Taunton R. R., and Middleborough and Taunton R. R. corpora- tions, with a corresponding right in them, and a limita- tion as to its connection with the Old Colony and Newport R. § 4. Capital stock to be not less than $200,000, nor more than $350,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 5. The Bridgewater Iron Manufacturing Co. may take stock in. § 6. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. [1869, ch. 38 ; 12 S. L. 606, time for loca- tion extended to March 16, 1871, and for construction to March 16, 1873.] 1869— (Feb. 26). Ch. 38 ; 12 S. L. 606. Time for location extended to March 16, 1871, and for construction to March 16, 1873. PALL RHTER MILL ROAD, RAILROAD AND PERRY COMPANY. 1835— (March 31). Ch. 95 ; 7 S. L. 528. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Capital stock to be not less than $200,000, nor more than $300,000 ; choice of officers. § 3. May establish a ferr}* across Taunton Great River. § 4. May lay out landing places, and a road not exceeding four rods in width from the ferry on the easterly side of the said river to South Main street in Fall River, and on the westerly side in Swansey to the line of Rhode Island near Barnaby's corner. 60 Fall River Mill Road, Railroad and Ferry Co. § 5. May erect certain bridges with draws. § 6. May build and maintain certain dams with gate-ways for vessels, paying damages for unreasonable detentions, and keeping open passage-ways for fish. § 7. Shall keep a steam ferry-boat at the ferry. § 8. Concerning use of ferry, tolls, etc. § 9. The corporation to be subject to an act concerning mills. § 10. Damages to landowners for above purposes. [1837, ch. 96, § 2 ; 7 S. L. 757, how to be estimated.] § 11. Annual meeting and voting. § 12. General powers, assessments upon and sale of shares. § 13. Damages to parties under disability. § 14. Location of railroad from western shore of Taunton Great River, opposite Fall River, to the Boston and Providence R. R. at India Point bridge in Seekonk authorized. § 15. Fences. § 16. Crossing of private and public ways. § 17. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 18. Subject to use by other companies under legislative authority ; right of the Commonwealth to purchase. [1836, ch. 264, §4; 7 S. L. 711.] § 19. Reports to the legislature. § 20. Toll-houses and tolls. § 21. Damages to landowners. § 22. Malicious injuries to the railroad and property of the cor- poration. § 23. Bridges over rivers in Swansey and Somerset, and the un- reasonable detention of vessels. § 24. To keep bridges in repair. § 25. Railroad to be completed by Dec. 1, 1841, and the ferry, wharves and bridges and ferry road by Dec. 1, 1838. [1838, ch. 50 ; 8 S. L. 23, extends time to Dec. 1, 1841.] 1836— (April 16). Ch. 264 ; 7 S. L. 711, § 1. May enter on Boston and Providence R. R. at India Point bridge in Seekonk. § 2. What portion of the railroad to be deemed to be in Massa- chusetts. § 3. May expend mone}^ on the portion in Rhode Island. § 4. The Commonwealth may purchase the railroad. [1835, ch. 95, § 18 ; 7 S. L. 528.] (April 16). Ch. 269; 7 S. L. 716, § 6. May enter on the Seekonk Branch R. R. [1839, ch. 152, § 3 ; 8 S. L. 141.] Fall River, Warren & Providence R. R. Co. 61 1837— (March 25). Ch. 96 ; 7 S. L. 757, § 1. Confirms the doings of the first meeting on the first Monday of May, 1835. § 2. Concerning assessment of damages under 1835, ch. 95, § 10 ; 7 S. L. 528. 1838— (March 23). Ch. 50 ; 8 S. L. 23. Time for completion of railroad extended to Dec. 1, 1841, and for building ferry, wharves and bridges, and completing ferry road, to Dec. 1, 1841. 1839— (April 10). Ch. 152 ; 8 S. L. 141, § 3. Rights of the corpora- tion to enter on the Seekonk Branch R. R. not to be affected by the act authorizing the sale of the said branch railroad to the Boston and Providence R. R. Co. [1836, ch. 269, §6 ; 7 S. L. 716.] FALL RIVER, WABBEN AND PROVIDENCE RAILROAD COMPANY. * PALL RIVER AND WARREN RAILROAD COMPANY. * 1857— (March 17). Ch. 25 ; 10 S. L. 641. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from line of Rhode Island in Swansey to Fall River. [1864, ch. 309 ; 11 S. L. 601, concerning bridge over Coles River in Swansey. 1872, ch. 295, § 2, Acts and Res. 232, concerning extension to con- nect with Old Colony and Newport R.] § 3. Capital stock to be $100,000 ; assessments thereon ; may hold real and personal estate. [1872, ch. 295 f § 4 ; Acts and Res. 232, increase of $100,000 for certain purposes.] § 4. May establish a ferry between the terminus of the railroad on the northerly side of Taunton River and Fall River, and receive tolls. § 5. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. [I860, ch. 208, § 2 ; 11 S. L. 111. Extends time for location to May 1. 1861 and for construction to May 1, 1863. 1861, ch. 179; 11 S. L. 216. Extends time for location to July 1, 1862, and for construction to July 1, 1864. * This company was incorporated with the name of the Fall River and Warren R. R. Co., which has not been formally changed; but in 1864, ch. 178; 11 S. L. 545, it is described as " the Fall River, Warren and Providence R. R. Co., originally incorporated by the name of the Fall River and Warren R. R. Co," and in subsequent legislation it has been referred to under the name of the Fall River, Warren & Providence R. R. Co. 62 Fall River, Warren & Providence R R. Co. 1863, ch. 5; 11 S. L. 334. Extends time for completing location to October 1, 1863. 1864, ch. 178 ; 11 S. L. 545. Extends time for construction to Sept. 1, 1865.] § 6. Subject to use by other companies under legislative authority. § 7. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 8. Corporate union with a Rhode Island company building a connecting railroad to Warren authorized. - § 9. One or more directors to be inhabitants of this Common- wealth for service of process, with liability to jurisdic- tion. § 10. Separate accounts as to the parts of the road in each state, and the appointment of commissioners to deter- mine the same. § 11. Duties and liabilities of the company and the stockholders as affected by the union. § 12. The sections of the act as to such union to take effect only upon acceptance by the two corporations. § 13. Conditions precedent to the commencement of construc- tion. 1860— (April 4). Ch. 208 ; 11 S. L. Ill, § 1. Revives 1857, ch. 25 ; 10 S. L. 641. § 2. Extends time for location to May 1, 1861, and for con- struction to May 1, 1863. 1861— (April 10). Ch. 179 ; 11 S. L. 216. Extends time for loca- tion to July 1, 1862, and for construction to July 1, 1864. 1863— (Feb. 2). Ch. 5; US. L. 334, § 1. Time for completing location extended to October 1, 1863. § 2. Organization at meeting held on June 25, 1862, confirmed. (Feb. 21). Ch. 29 ; 11. S. L. 342, §§ 2, 4. The Dighton and Somerset R. R. Co. may unite with and use. 1864— (April 25). Ch. 178; 11 S. L. 545. Time for construction extended to Sept. 1, 1865. (May 14). Ch. 309; 11 S. L. 601. A bridge over Coles River in Swansey, if built, to be with a draw thirty feet wide, which is to be kept in repair and opened for ves- sels by. Providence, Warren & Fall River R. R. Go. 63 1865— (Feb. 27). Ch. 51 ; 11 S. L. 627, § 1. May issue bonds for paying construction debt and other purposes, to the amount of $200,000 at six per cent, interest, and mort- gage railroad and franchise. [1873, ch. 198 ; Acts and Res., p. Said bonds to be cancelled before new bonds are issued.] § 2. May hold annual meeting on second Monday in March. [1865, ch. 71 ; 11 S. L. 634. Gives legal effect to the act of 1865, ch. 51 ; 11 S. L. 627, from its passage.] (March 10). Ch. 71 ; 11 S. L. 634. Gives legal effect to ch. 51 ; 11 S. L. 627, as to issue of bonds, from the passage thereof. 1872— (May 2). Ch. 295 ; Acts and Res. 232, § 2. May extend its road from a point in Somerset to a bridge of the Old Colony and Newport R. Co. across Taunton Great River, between Fall River and Somerset, and there enter on the said railroad, or purchase one-third of the interest of the O. C. & N. R. Co. in said bridge, and extend to Fall River, and purchase or take land for depot purposes. § 4. May increase its capital stock therefor $100,000. § 8. Power to issue the new stock to be exercised within two years. 1873— (April 15). Ch. 198; Acts and Res., p. §1. May issue bonds not exceeding $300,000, and secure the same by a mortgage of its franchise and property, the authority not to take effect until the bonds secured by the mortgage made under 1865, ch. 51 ; 11 S. L. 627, have been first cancelled and surrendered. § 2. The Boston and Providence R. R. Cor. and the Old Colony R. R. Co. or either corporation, may guarantee, or purchase and hold shares in the capital stock of said F. R. W. & P. R. Co. and of the Providence, Warren and Bristol R. R. Co., such purchase to be authorized by a vote of the stockholders of the corporation making the same. PROVIDENCE, WARREN AND FALL RIVER RAILROAD COMPANY. 1847— (April 13). Ch. 178 ; 8 S. L. 767. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. 64 Providence, Warren & Fail River JR. R. Co. § 2. Location from the westerly side of Taunton Eiver, opposite Fall River, in Somerset, to the line of Rhode Island, near Barnaby's corner in "Warren ; also from the line of Rhode Island in Seekonk to the line of Rhode Island at Provi- dence, with the right to maintain a steam ferry from its terminus across Taunton River to Fall River. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $350,000 ; may hold real and personal estate and build wharves. § 4. May enter on and use the Boston and Providence R. R. , near Providence. § 5. Location to be within one year and construction within four years. [1848, ch. 148 ; 8 S. L. 915, extends time for location to April 13, 1849.] § 6. Subject to use by other companies under legislative authority. § 7. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 8. Corporate union authorized with a Rhode Island corpora- tion of the same name, incorporated to connect the two pieces of road authorized by the act. § 9. One or more directors to be inhabitants of the state for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 10. Separate accounts of expenditures in the two states to be kept, and an annual report to be made. § 11. The company and stockholders as to part of road in this state subject to duties and liabilities as if no corporate union had been made. § 12. The four preceding sections and other provisions contemplat- ing a corporate union to take effect only upon acceptance by both corporations. 1848— (April 21). Ch. 148 ; 8 S. L. 915. Extends time for location to April 13, 1849. PROVIDENCE, WAEBEN AND FALL RIVER RAILROAD COMPANY. (A RHODE ISLAND CORPORATION.) 1847— (April 13). Ch. 178 ; 8 S. L. 767, § 8. Corporate union with the Providence, Warren and Fall River R. R. Co. of this state authorized. See Providence, Warren and Fall River R. R. Co. Boston and Providence Railroad Corporation. 65 BOSTON AND PROVIDENCE RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1831— (June 22). Ch. 56 ; 7 S. L. 134. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with a location from Boston to state line in Pawtucket or Seekonk, and the, right to take land therefor. [Location changed, enlarged and extended. 1834, ch. 171 ; 7 S. L. 483. A branch to Dedham. 1835, ch. 46, § 1 ; 7 S. L. 507. Confirms location of said branch. 1835, ch. 46, § 2 ; 7 S. L. 507. Contract for use of bridge over Seekonk river, and railroad to Providence. 1846, ch. 158 ; 8 S. L. 614. Branch in Attleborough and Pawtucket to line of Rhode Island. 1848, ch. 273 ; 8 S. L. 981. Branch from Dedham to West Roxbury and toll- gate on B. & P. R. R. 1853, ch. 328 ; 9 S. L. 724. Confirms location of above branch filed after time. 1852, ch. 230 ; 9 S. L. 531. Railroad from main line in Seekonk to line of Rhode Island. 1867, ch. 336 ; 12 S. L. 350. Land for new station house on New Heath Street in Roxbury. (Repealed by 1868, ch. 332; 12 S. L. 572.) 1869, ch. 320 ; 12 S. L. 771. Additional track from Boston to Readville. (Time extended, 1871, ch. 49, § 2; Acts and Res. 466.) 1872, ch. 211 ; Acts and Res. 158. Additional track near station in Attleborough. 1873, ch. 13; Acts and Res. 492. Corporate union with the Stoughton Branch' R. R. Co.] § 2. Capital stock to be $1,000,000. [Additions to capital stock authorized. 1835, ch. 102; 7 S. L. 544. $500,000. 1836, ch. 254 ; 7 S. L. 707. #500,000. 1846, ch. 20 ; 8 S. L. 527. $400,000. 1846, ch. 158 ; 8 S. L. 614. $130,000 for branch road in Attleborough. 1848, ch. 177 ; 8 S. L. 928. $470,000. 1848, ch. 273 ; 8 S. L. 981. $160,000 for a branch from Dedham through West Roxbury. 1865, ch. 59; 11 S. L. 632. $340,000. 1869, ch. 320 ; 12 S. L. 771. $500,000 for additional track, &c. 1871, ch. 341 ; Acts and Res. 672. For construction of East Walpole Branch R. R.] [1833, ch. 5, § 2 ; 7 S. L. 280. Concerning the conveyance of shares.] § 3. Powers of officers, and method of enforcing assessments on shares. [1833, ch. 5, § 2 ; 7 S. L. 280, concerning lia- bility for assessments on, and conveyance of shares.] § 4. Power to make by-laws. §§ 5, 6. Tolls, and the reduction thereof by the legislature, toll- houses, and reports to the legislature. §§ 1, 7, 8. Damages to land-owners and parties under disability., [1833, ch. 5, § 3 ; 7 S. L. 280, method of estimating damages.] § 9. Malicious injuries to the railroad and property. § 10. Annual meeting to be on first Wednesday of January. 9 66 Boston and Providence Railroad Corporation. [Changes of time. 1833, ch. 5, § 1 ; 7 S. L. 280. To first Wednesday of June. 1853, ch. 328 ; 9 S. L. 724. To second Wednesday of January. 1871, ch. 49 ; Acts and Res. 466. To be fixed by vote of the stockholders.] § 11. Crossing of public and private ways. [Roxbury v. Boston and Providence R. R. Cor., 6 Cushing, 424.] § 12. Exclusive grant for thirty years within certain limits ; subject to use by other companies under legislative authority ; the right of the Commonwealth to purchase the railroad on certain terms. [Roxbury v. Boston and Providence R. R. Cor., 6 Cushing, 424. For further provisions as to the right of the Commonwealth to pur- chase, see 1832, ch. 74, § 1 ; 7 S. L. 206, and 1836, ch. 254 ; 7 S. L. 707.] § 13. Subscription to capital stock, organization and location to be before Jan. 1, 1833, and completion before Jan. 1, 1836. [Time extended one year, 1832, ch. 74, § 2 ; 7 S. L. 206.] §§ 14, 15. Bridges over public and private ways, and the waters of Boston harbor and obstructions therein. 1832— (Feb. 29). Ch. 74 ; 7 S. L. 206, § 1. Purchase of the railroad by the Commonwealth. [1831, ch. 56, § 12 ; 7 S. L. 134. 1836, ch. 254 ; 7 S. L. 707.] § 2. Time for location and construction extended one year. 1833— (Jan. 23). Ch. 5 ; 7 S. L. 280, § 1. Time of annual meeting to be the first Wednesday of June ; number of directors to be chosen, and quorum thereof. § 2. Concerning original subscribers and subsequent owners of shares and their liability to assessments, and transfers of stock. [1831, ch. 56, § 3 ; 7 S. L. 134.] § 3. Mode of estimating damages. [1831, ch. "56, §§ 1, 7, 8 ; 7 S. L. 134.] § 4. Inconsistent provisions of original act repealed. (Jan. 31). Ch. 17 ; 7 S. L. 286, § 6. The South Cove corpo- ration may sell land and flats in Boston to. 1834 — (Feb. 3). Resolve, ch. 8, 1834 ; Resolves, 598. Maria Green- ough, guardian, may convey land in Roxbury to. [1836, ch. 3 ; Resolves, 302.] Boston and Providence Railroad Corporation. 67 1834— (March 31). Ch. 171; 7 S. L. 483, § 1. May construct a branch railroad from the main railroad in Dedham to Dedham village, the location to be with consent of town of Dedham and of land-owners. [1835, ch. 46 ; 7 S. L. 507. Location confirmed ; ] damages to land-owners. § 2. Duty to maintain fences on line of the railroad and liability, in case of neglect. § 3. Entitled to the same privileges and subject to the same duties in relation to the branch as before in respect to the main railroad. § 4. Completion of the branch railroad to be within two years. (See Dedham Branch R. R.) 1835— (March 7). Ch. 46; 7 S. L. 507, § 1. Confirms location of branch railroad to Dedham village, with courses and distances. [1834, ch. 171, § 1 ; 7 S. L. 483.] § 2. Authorizes the corporation to contract with the Boston and Providence Railroad and Transportation Company, a corporation established by the state of Rhode Island, for the use of a bridge across Seekonk river, of a rail- road from thence to a suitable landing place in the city of Providence, and of a depot, and of necessary build- ings at that city. (March 31). Ch. 95 ; 7 S. L. 528, § 14. Fall River Mill Road, R. R. and Ferry Co. may build a railroad to the B. & P. R. R., at or near India Point bridge in'Seekonk. [1836, ch. 264 ; 7 S. L. 711.] (April 1). Ch. 102 ; 7 S. L. 544. May increase capital stock by $500,000. (April 7). Ch. 131 ; 7 S. L. 557, §§ 1, 12. Authorizes the Taunton Branch R. R. Cor. to make a junction with, at Mansfield, and enter on. § 14. The B. and P. R. R. Cor. may locate and construct said branch. 1836— (Jan. 23). Resolve ch. 3 ; Resolves 302. Maria F. Greenough, guardian, may convey land in Roxbury to. [1834, ch. 8 ; Resolves 598.] (April 16). Ch. 254; 7 S. L. 707. May increase capital stock by $500,000 ; further provision as to purchase of the railroad by the Commonwealth. [1831, ch. 56, § 12 ; 7 S. L. 134. 1832, ch. 74 ; 7 S. L. 206.] 68 Boston and Providence Railroad Corporation. 1836— (April 16). Ch. 264 ; 7 S. L. 711, § 1. Fall River Mill Road, R. R. and Ferry Co. may enter on. [1835, ch. 95, § 14 ; 7 S. L. 528.] (April 16). Ch. 269; 7 S. L. 716, §§ 1, 5. The Seekonk Branch R. R. Co. may connect with and enter on, with restrictions. § 8. Excludes owners of southern termination of B. & P. R. R. in state of Rhode Island from owning the franchise, property or stock of said S. B. R. R. Co. 1839— (April 10). Ch. 152 ; 8 S. L. 141, § 1. May purchase the Seekonk Branch R. R., with provisions as to a wharf and facilities for passengers and freight at the Seekonk depot, if the same are not provided at India Point in Providence. § 2. Commonwealth may buy said road in a certain event and upon certain terms. § 3. Right of Fall River Mill Road, R. R. and Ferry Co. to enter on the branch not affected by this act. 1840— (March 23). Ch. 89 ; 8 S. L. 179. May make a contract with New York, Providence and Boston R. R. Co. of Rhode Island for maintaining a steam ferry-boat across Provi- dence River, limiting amount to be paid and duration of contract. [Limitation as to duration of contract and amount to be paid repealed b} r 1841, ch. 101 ; 8 S. L. 221. 1843, ch. 88, § 2 ; 8 S. L. 307.] 1841— (March 17). Ch. 101, 8 S. L. 221. Repeals limitation as to duration of contract with New York, Providence and Boston R. R. Co., authorized by 1840, ch. 89 ; 8 S. L. 179. 1843— (March 24). Ch. 88 ; 8 S. L. 307, § 1. May maintain a ferryrboat across Providence River, between its road and the New York, Providence and Boston R. R. § 2. Repeals limitation as to amount to be paid under contract with New York, Providence and Boston R. R. Co. authorized by 1840, ch. 89 ; 8 S. L. 179. 1844— (March 16). Ch. 136 ; 8 S. L. 381, §§ 2, 5. The Stoughton Branch R. R. Co. may unite with and enter on, in Canton. Boston and Providence Railroad Corporation. 69 1845— (Feb. 20). Ch. 62 ; 8 S. L. 427. May subscribe for the stock of the Stoughton Branch R. II. Co. to an amount not exceeding 840,000. 1846— (Feb. 7). Ch. 20 ; 8 S. L. 527, § 1. May increase capital stock by $400,000. § 2. May purchase and own stock to the amount of $150,000 in the Boston and Providence R. R. and Transportation Co., a corporation of Rhode Island. (March 27). Ch. 158; 8 S. L. 614, § 1. May construct a branch in Attleborough to line of Rhode Island in Paw- tucket or Attleborough. § 2. May increase capital stock therefor by $130,000. § 3. May expend capital stock for connecting the continuation of said branch with the Providence and "Worcester R. R., for haying tracks from the junction thereof to Provi- dence depot, and for depot accommodations in said city, etc. (April 16). Ch. 231 ; 8 S. L. 648, § 5. Walpole R. R. Co. may enter on Dedham branch in Dedham and on main line, and use the same. (April 16). Ch. 254; 8 S. L. 659, §§ 2, 4. The Wrentham and Foxborough R. R. Co. may connect with and enter on, in Mansfield. 1847— (April 13). Ch. 178; 8 S. L. 767, § 4. The Providence, Warren and Fall River R. R. Co may enter on, near Providence. (April 23) . Ch. 250 ; 8 S. L. 811. The city of Boston may locate and construct a branch railroad from the B. & P. R. R near Baldwin's Mills to South Bay, and connect the same with B. & P. R. R. [1848, ch. 37 ; 8 S. L. 867, § 4. The act to be null and void in a certain event.] (April 24). Ch. 252; 8 S. L. 815, §§ 5, 8, 9. The Norfolk County R. R. Co. may unite with and use main line and Dedham branch. [1853, ch. 25; 9 S. L. 580.] 1848— (March 3). Ch. 37 ; 8 S. L. 867, § 4. Makes 1847, ch. 250 ; 8 S. L. 811 as to the construction of a branch by the city of Boston to South Bay, null and void in a certain event. 70 Boston and Providence Railroad Corporation. 1848— (April .22). Ch. 177; 8 S. L. 928. May increase capital stock by $470,000. (May 9). CL 273 ; 8 S. L. 981, § 1. May locate and main- tain a railroad from Dedham village to "West Roxbury and toll-gate on B. & P. R. R. [Location ratified by 1853, ch. 328 ; 9 S. L. 724.] § 2. May increase capital stock for the purpose by $160,000. § 3. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 4. Hay unite the said railroad with the Dedham Branch R. R., and enter on the Norfolk County R. R. [1849, ch- 183 ; 9 S. L. 76, West Dedham Branch R. R. may enter on and use.] § 5. location of said branch to be within one year, and com- pleted within two years. 1849— (May 1). Ch. 180 ; 9 S. L. 73, §§ 2, 6. The Dorchester and Milton Extension R. R. Co. may intersect and enter on and unite with, on certain conditions. [1854, ch. 421 ; 10 S. L. 223.] § 7. The B. & P. R. R. Cor. may take, purchase and hold the said D. & M. Extension R. R. on certain terms. (May 1). Ch. 183 ; 9 S. L. 76, § 6. The West Dedham Branch K R. Co. may enter on and use the B. & P. R. R. and the branch authorized by 1848, ch. 273 ; 8 S. L. 98. (May 1). Co. 193 ; 9 S. L. 84, § 2. The Medway Branch R. R. Co. may enter on and use. 1850— (May 2). Ch. 268 ; 9 S. L. 240, § 8. The Midland R. R. Co. may cross in a certain way. 1851— (May 23). Ch. 245 ; 9 S. L. 360, § 4. The Providence and Bristol R. R. Co. may enter on near Providence, unite with and use. 1852— (March 26). Ch. 42 ; 9 S. L. 432, §§ 1,3. The Mansfield Coal and Mining Co. may construct a railroad to, and make contracts with, for operating its road and for the trans- portation of coal. (May 18). Ch. 230 ; 9 S. L. 531, § 1. May construct a railroad from its road in Seekonk to line of Rhode Island, con- necting witl a railroad from Bristol. ' Boston and Providence Railroad Corporation. 71 § 2. Location to be within two years. 1853— (Feb. 23.) Ch. 25 ; 9 S. L. 580. The Norfolk County R. R. Co. may unite with and use the Dedham branch through West Roxbury. [1847, ch. 252, § 5 ; 8 S. L. 815.] (May 11). Ch. 328; 9 S. L. 724, § 1. Changes time of annual meeting to second Wednesday of January. § 2. Declares valid the location, not filed in time, of road authorized by 1848, ch. 273 ; 8 S. L. 981. 1854— (March 3). Ch. 55 ; 10 S. L. 24, § 3. The Easton Branch R. R. Co. may enter on. (April 29). Ch. 421 ; 10 S. L. 223, §§ 2, 5. The Dorchester and Milton Extension R. R. Co. may intersect and unite with, [1849, ch. 180 ; 9 S. L. 73] ; provision as to trans- portation of its freight and passengers on B. & P. R. R. 1855— (May 15). Ch. 346 ; 10 S. L. 409. Crossing of, near Forest Hills station by the Norfolk and Bristol Turnpike Cor. [1856, ch. 105 ; 10 S. L. 523.] 1856— (April 14). Ch. 105 ; 10 S. L. 523, § 2. Crossing of, in West Roxbury by the Norfolk and Bristol Turnpike Cor. [1855, ch. 346 ; 10 S. L. 409.] 1861— (April 3). Ch. 135; 11 S. L. 190. References to, in the charter of the Dedham and West Roxbury R. R. Co. 1862— (April 26). Ch. 154; 11 S. L. 303, § 2. Location of the Foxborough Branch (Mansfield and Framingham) R. R. from the junction of the Taunton Branch R. R. with, in Mansfield. (April 30). Ch. 175 ; 11 S. L. 311. References to, in act con- cerning the Suffolk, Metropolitan and Broadway (street) R. R. companies. 1863— (April 29). Ch. 241 ; 11 S. L. 454, § 1. Connection of the Union Freight Horse R. R. with. 1864— (March 5). Ch. 82 ; 11 S. L. 501, § 2. Location of Mans- field and Somerset R. R., commencing at or near the junction of the Taunton Branch with, in Mansfield. 72 Boston and Providence Railroad Corporation. 1864— (April 16). Ch. 154 ; 11 S. L. 536, § 2. Crossing of, by the Dedham and West Roxbury R. R. 1865— (Feb. 27). Ch. 52 ; 11 S. L. 627, § 2. Location of the Canton and Hyde Park R. R. at or near the junction of the Stoughton Branch R. R. with. [1871, ch. 148; Acts and Res. 524.] (March 3). Ch. 57; 11 S. L. 630. Diversion of the waters of Stony Brook at the intersection of Ruggles street with. (March 6). Ch. 59 ; 11 S. L. 632. May increase capital stock by $340,000. (March 22). Ch. 89; 11. S. L. 642. Foxborough Branch (Mansfield and Framingham) R. R. Co. may enter on, unite with and use, with the same rights in the B. & P. R. R. Cor. as to said F. B. R. R. 1867— (March 18). Ch. 83; 12 S. L. 206, §§ 3,4. The Mansfield and Framingham R. R. Co. (name changed from Fox- borough Branch R. R. Co.) may enter on and cross the B. & P. R. R. with the same right in the B. & P. R. R. Cor. as to the M. & F. R. R. (April 25). Ch. 170 ; 12 S. L. 252, § 14. May subscribe to the stock of the Marginal Freight R. R. Co. (June 1). Ch. 308 ; 12 S. L. 329. The district adjoining the passenger station in Boston liable to be taken by the city to abate a nuisance. (June 1). Ch. 336; 12 S. L. 350. Required to erect and maintain a new station-house on New Heath street in Roxbury, and authorized to take land therefor, and to remove a station to a point at or near Ruggles street. [Repealed by 1868, ch. 332 ; 12 S. L. 572.] 1868— (Feb. 17). Ch. 20; 12 S. L. 393. May remove a passenger station in Mansfield. (April 22). Ch. 139; 12 S. L. 455. References to, in the boundaries of Hyde Park. Boston and Providence Railroad Corporation. 73 1868— (May 9). Ch. 189; 12 S. L. 480. May, by a two-thirds vote of the stockholders, subscribe for and hold shares, not exceeding $25,000, in the Mansfield and Framingham R. R. Co. (formerly Foxborough Branch R. R. Co.) . (June 9). Ch. 332 ; 12 S. L. 572. Repeals 1867, ch. 336 ; 12 S. L. 350, concerning new station-house on New Heath street in Roxbury. 1869— (March 17). Ch. 88; 12 S. L. 637, § 2. The New Bedford and Taunton R. R. Cor. may unite with and use. (March 20). Ch. 103; 12 S. L. 642, §§ 1, 2. The Taunton Branch R. R. Cor. and the B. & P. R. R. Cor. may each enter on and use the road of the other. (May 15). Ch. 280 ; 12 S. L. 752. Branch railway from the Hyde Park station of, to Mill Village in Dedham. (May 26). Ch. 320 ; 12 S. L. 771. May locate and construct an additional track from Boston to Readville in Hyde Park, and take land to make its location between said points of a width not exceeding four rods, and other land for depots, one to be between Camden and Dart- mouth streets in Boston, at which certain trains are required to stop ; and for that purpose ma}- increase its capital stock by $500,000, to be paid in cash ; land outside of the four rods not to be exempt from taxation. [Time for location and construction extended one year ; 1871, ch. 49, § 2 ; Acts and Res. 466.] (June 23). Ch. 461; 12 S. L. 850, § 1. The Boston and Albany R. R. Co. may cross underneath the same, with a railroad authorized to be constructed to deep water at South Boston. 1870— (March 19). Ch. 100 ; 12 S. L. 919, § 3. The Attleborough Branch R. R. Co. may cross the railroad of B. & P. R. R. Cor., and each may enter on the road of the other ; the crossing, in case of disagreement, to be constructed and maintained under the direction of the railroad com- missioners. 1871— (Feb. 24). Ch. 49 ; Acts and Res. 466, § 1. Time of annual meeting may be fixed by stockholders. 10 74 Boston and Providence Railroad Corporation. § 2. Time for the location and construction of an additional track under 1869, ch. 320 ; 12 S. L. 771, extended one year. 1871— (March 30). Ch. 148 ; Acts and Res. 524. The Canton and Hyde Park R. R. Co. may connect with and use by con- sent. [1865, ch. 52 ; 11 S. L. 627.] (April 14). Ch. 184 ; Acts and Res. 557, §§ 2, 4. The Massa- chusetts Central R. R. Co. may intersect, and by consent enter on and use. (May 25). Ch. 341 ; Acts and Res. 672, § 1. The East Wal- pole Branch R. R. Co. may locate from a point on in Dcdham. § 2. The E. W. B. R. R. Co. and the B. & P. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. § 5. The said E. W. B. R. R. Co. may lease or sell its rail- road to the B. & P. R. R. Cor. or to the Mansfield and Framingham R. R. Co., by a majority vote of the stockholders of each corporation, and the purchasing corporation may increase its capital stock by the amount of the cost of the construction of the branch. 1872— (April 17). Ch. 211 ; Acts and Res. 158, § 1. May take land near station in Attleborough for additional tracks. §§ 2, 3. Concerning the removal of the remains of the dead from the land described, at the expense of the corpora- tion. (May 3). Ch. 312 ; Acts and Res. 245, § 1. The city of Bos- ton not to take lands of, for abatement of a certain nuisance. (Dec. 14). Ch. 371 ; Special Session, 1872, 439, § 24. The provisions of the building act not to apply to the pas- senger station of; precautions, however, to be provided as required by the inspector of public buildings. 1873 — (Feb. 6). Ch. 13, Acts and Res. § 1. May form a corporate union with the Stoughton Branch R. R. Co., and succeed to its powers and duties. § 2. May issue new stock, in lieu of the authorized stock of the S. B. R. R. Co., to the stockholders of the latter com- pany, the whole capital limited to the authorized stock New York, Boston and Providence R. R. Company. 75 of the two corporations, with provisions as to relative values and fractions of shares. 1873— (April 15). Ch. 198 ; Acts and Kes., p. § 2. May guar- antee, or purchase and hold the bonds issued under the act hy the Fall River, "Warren and Providence R. R. Co., and may purchase and hold shares in the capital stock of said F. R. W. & P. R. R. Co., such purchase to be au- thorized by a vote of the stockholders. BOSTON AND PROVIDENCE RAILROAD AND TRANSPORTATION COMPANY. (A RHODE ISLAKD CORPORATION.) 1835— (March 7). Ch. 46, § 2 ; 7 S. L. 507. The Boston and Provi- dence R. R. Cor. may contract with, for the use of a bridge across Seekonk River, a railroad thence to Providence, a depot, &c. 1846— (Feb. 7). Ch. 20, § 2 ; 8 S. L. 527. The Boston and Provi- dence R. R. Cor. may purchase and hold shares in the capital stock of, to an amount not exceeding $150,000. See Boston and Providence Railroad Cor. NEW YORK, BOSTON AND PROVIDENCE RAILROAD COMPANY.* (A RHODE ISLAND CORPORATION.) 1840— (March 23). Ch. 89 ; 8 S. L. 179. The Boston and Provi- dence R. R. Cor. may contract with, to maintain a steam ferry-boat across Providence River. 1843— (March 24). Ch. 88 ; 8 S. L. 307, § 1. The Boston and Provi-* dence R. R. Cor. may own and maintain a ferry-boat to ply between its road and that of the N. Y., B. & P. R. R. Co. See Boston and Providence R. R. Cor. * Called the New York, Providence and Boston R. R, Co., in 1840, ch. 89 ; 8 S. L. 179. 76 Declham Branch Railroad. DEDHAM BRANCH RATT.RQAJD. (Not a corporation, but a branch of the Boston and Providence Rail- road Corporation.) 1834— (March 31). Ch. 171 ; 7 S. L. 483. The Boston and Provi- dence R. R. Cor. may build, from its main line to Dedham village. 1835— (March 7). Ch. 46 ; 7 S. L. 507. Location of, confirmed. 1846— (April 16). Ch. 231; 8 S. L. 648, §§ 2, 5. The Walpole R. R. Co. may enter on. 1847— (April 24). Ch. 252 ; 8 S. L. 815, § 5. The Norfolk County R. R. Co. may use. 1848— (May 9). Ch. 273 ; 8 S. L. 981, § 4. The Boston and Provi- dence R. R. Cor. may unite a railroad, authorized to be built through West Roxbury, with. 1853— (Feb. 23). Ch. 25 ; 9 S. L. 580. The Norfolk County R. R. Co. ma}' enter on the branch through West Roxbury. 1854— (April 29). Ch. 421 ; 10 S. L. 223, § 5. The transportation of the freight and passengers of the Dorchester and Milton Extension Company on, and union therewith at Readville station. See Boston and Providence R. R. Cor. STOUGHTON BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1844— (March 16). Ch. 136 ; 8 S. L. 381. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the depot of the Boston and Providence R. R. Cor., at Canton, to Stoughton village. [1869, ch. 211 ; 12 S. L. 697, authorit}- to purchase land in Stoughton for a station.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $150,000 ; may invest in real estate. § 4. Regulation of fares, and subject to use by other companies under legislative authority. Stoughton Branch Railroad Company. 77 § 5. May enter on and use the Boston and Providence R. R. on certain terms. § 6. Location and completion of the railroad to be within three 3*ears. 1845— (Feb. 15). Ch. 45 ; 8 S. L. 421. The name of the corporation to be as above. (Feb. 20). Ch. 62 ; 8 S. L. 427. The Boston and Providence R. R. Cor. may subscribe for the stock of, to the amount of $40,000. 1854— (March 3). Ch. 55; 10 S. L. 24, § 3. The Easton Branch R. R. Co. may enter on and unite with, at Stoughton. 1865— (Feb. 27). Ch. 52 ; 11 S. L. 627, §§ 2, 4. The Canton and Hyde Park R. R. Co. may enter on, and unite its road with the Stoughton Branch R. R., with a similar right in the S. B. R. R. Co., as to its road. § 6. The two corporations may, prior to Feb. 27, 1870, form a corporate union on certain terms under the name of the Stoughton, Canton and Hyde Park R. R. Co., with a capital stock not to exceed the joint capital of the two corporations. [Time extended to May 1, 1874, by 1869, ch. 20; 12 S. L. 601, and to May 1, 1876, by 1871, ch. 148, § 2 ; Acts and Res. 524.] 1869— (Feb. 13). Ch. 20 ; 12 S. L. 601. Time for forming a corpo- rate union with the Canton and Hyde Park R. R. Co., extended to May 1, 1874. [Time extended to May 1, 1876, by 1871, ch. 148, § 1 ; Acts and Res. 524.] (April 27). Ch. 211 ; 12 S. L. 697, § 1. May purchase or take land in Stoughton for a station not exceeding one acre, but not the land of the Easton Branch R. R. Cor. without its consent. § 2. Entitled to rights and subject to duties as to such land as set forth in the general laws. § 3. Rights and remedies of land-owners sustaining damage. 1871— (March 30) . Ch. 148 ; Acts and Res. 524, §§ 1, 2. Time for the corporate union with the Canton and H}-de Park R. R. Co. extended to May 1, 1876. 78 JEaston Branch Railroad Corporation. 1873 — (Feb. 6). Ch. 13 ; Acts and Res. § 1. May form a corporate union with and convey franchises to the Boston and Providence R. R. Cor. § 2. New stock to be issued upon such union by the B. & P. R. R. Cor. in lieu of the stock of. See Boston and Providence B. B. Cor. EASTON BRANCH RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1854— (March 3). Ch. 55 ; 10 S. L. 24. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Stoughton at or near the terminus of the Stoughton Branch R. R. to the village of North Easton. § 3. May enter on, unite with and use the Stoughton Branch R. R., and use the Boston and Providence R. R. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $100,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 5. Location to be within one year, and completion within three years. § 6. Regulation of tolls by the legislature. 1869— (Feb. 13). Ch. 21 ; 12 S. L. 602. May sell franchise and property to the Old Colony and Newport R. Co. upon terms fixed by the votes of the stockholders of the respective corporations at legal meetings, the latter cor- poration to succeed upon a conveyance to its duties and liabilities. (April 27) . Ch. 211 ; 12 S. L. 697, § 1. The Stoughton Branch R. R. Cor. shall not take any land of, without its con- sent. See Old Colony and Newport B. Co. Old Colony B. B. Co. CANTON AND HYDE PARK RAILROAD CO. 1865— (Feb. 27). Ch. 52 ; 11 S. L. 627. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from a point on the Stoughton Branch R. R. in Canton near its junction with the Boston and Providence R. R., to a point on the Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. near Hyde Park in Milton. Canton and Hyde Park Railroad Company. 79 § 3. May enter on, unite with and use the Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R., with consent. § 4. May enter on, unite with and use the Stoughton Branch R. R., with a similar right in the S. B. R. R. Co. as to the C. & H. P. R. R. § 5. Capital stock to be not less than $150,000, nor more than 8250,000 ; may hold real and personal estate necessary for its purposes. § 6. May, prior to Feb. 27, 1870, form a corporate union with the Stoughton Branch R. R. Co. by a vote of the stock- holders of each, under the name of the Stoughton, Can- ton and Hyde Park R. R. Co., with a capital stock not exceeding the joint capital of the two corporations. [Time for union extended to May 1, 1874, by 1869, ch. 20 ; 12 S. L. 601, and to May 1, 1876, by 1871, ch. 148, § 1 ; Acts and Res. 524.] § 7. Location to be within two years and construction within four years. [Time for location and construction extend- ed by 1867, ch. 32; 12 S. L. 178. 1869, ch. 20; 12 S. L. 601, and 1871, ch. 148 ; Acts and Res. 524.] 1867— (Feb. 14). Ch. 32 ; 12 S. L. 178. Time for location extended to March 1, 1869, and for construction to March 1, 1870. 1869— (Feb. 13). Ch. 20 ; 12 S. L. 601. Time for location extended to May 1, 1871, for construction to May 1, 1872, and for a corporate union with the Stoughton Branch R. R. Co. to May 1, 1874. (June 12). Ch. 403 ; 12 S. L. 822, § 1. The town of Canton may, by vote of a legal meeting, subscribe to a limited amount of the capital stock of. § 2. Mode of subscription, and representation of the town as a stockholder at corporate meetings. 1871— (March 30). Ch. 148 ; Acts and Res. 524, § 1. Time for loca- tion extended to May 1, 1873, and for construction to May 1, 1874, and for a corporate union with the Stough- ton Branch R. R. Co. to May 1, 1876. § 2. May connect with and use the road of the Boston and Providence R. R. Cor. by its consent. 80 Taunton Branch Railroad Corporation. STOTTGHTON, CANTON AND HYDE PARK RAILROAD COMPANY. 1865— (Feb. 27). Ch. 52 ; 11 S. L. 627, § 6. The Canton and Hyde Park R. R. Co. and Stoughton Branch R. R. Co. may form a corporate union under the name of. 1869— (Feb. 13). Ch. 20; 12 S. L. 601. Time for the corporate union extended to May 1, 1874. 1871— (March 30). Ch. 148; Acts and Res. 524, § 1. Time for corporate union extended to May 1, 1876. TAUNTON BRANCH RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1835— (April 7). Ch. 131 ; 7 S. L. 557. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers ; location from Taunton to Mans- field, forming a junction at Mansfield with the Boston and Providence R. R. [Location changed, enlarged and extended. 1844, ch. 60; 8 S. L. 336. In Taunton to Taunton River. 1864, ch. 101 ; 11 S. L. 508. In Taunton to Dighton and Somerset R. R. 1869, ch. 103 ; 12 S. L. 642. In Attleborough.] § 2. Capital stock to be $150,000. [Additions authorized. 1836, ch. 281 ; 7 S. L. 725. $50,000 1837, ch. 17 ; 7 S. L. 731. $50,000. 1844, ch. 60 ; 8 S. L. 336. $25,000. 1864, ch. 101 ; 11 S. L. 508. $100,000. 1869, ch. 103 ; 12 S. L. 642. $200,000. 1872, ch. 27 ; Acts and Res. 23. $100,000.] § 3. Powers of officers, and assessments upon shares. §§ 4, 5. Tolls, and their reduction by the legislature. § 6. Damages to land and property of parties under disability. § 7. Malicious injuries to railroad and property. § 8. Voting upon shares. §§ 9, 13. Crossing of public and private ways, and bridges over the same. § 10. Commonwealth may purchase the railroad ; annual reports to the legislature. § 11. Subscription, organization and location to be before Jan. 1, 1836, and completion by March 1, 1837. § 12. May enter on the Boston and Providence R. R. on certain terms. Taunton Branch Railroad Corporation. 81 § 13. Bridges over public and private ways. § 14. The Boston and Providence R. R. Cor. may locate and construct said railroad on certain conditions. 1836— (April 13). Ch. 221 ; 7 S. L. 686, § 5. The Mount Hope R.R. Cor ..may enter on, in Taunton, under certain conditions. (April 16). Ch. 281 ; 7 S. L. 725. May increase capital stock by $50,000. 1837— (Feb. 22). Ch. 17; 7 S. L. 731. May increase capital stock by $50,000. 1839— (March 26). Ch. 71 ; 8 S. L. 105, § 4. The New Bedford and Taunton R. R. Cor. may enter on, in a certain event. 1844— (March 6). Ch. 60 ; 8 S. L. 336, § 1. May construct a rail- road in Taunton from its line to the Taunton River. § 2. May increase its capital stock by $25,000. § 3. Location to be before Sept. 1, 1844, and completion before June 1, 1845. [Time for completion extended to June 1, 1846. 1845, ch. 40 ; 8 S. L. 419.] 1845— (Feb. 11). Ch. 40; 8 S. L. 419. Time for completion of extension authorized by 1844, ch. 60 ; 8 S. L. 336, extended to June 1, 1846. 1846— (April 16). Ch. 254 ; 8 S. L. 659, § 4. The Wrentham and Foxborough R. R. Co. may enter on at Mansfield, unite with and use. 1847— (April 16). Ch. 189 ; 8 S. L. 776, § 7. The Weir Branch R. R. Cor. may transfer franchises and property to. 1853— (March 17). Ch. 58; 9 S. L. 595. May subscribe to the stock of the Middleborough and Taunton R. R. Cor. to an amount not exceeding $25,000 by vote of three- fourths of the stockholders present and voting. 1862— (April 26). Ch. 154; 11 S. L. 303, § 2. Location of the Foxborough Branch (Mansfield and Framingham) R. R. from junction of, with the Boston and Providence R. R. 1863— (Feb. 21). Ch. 29 ; 11 S. L. 342, § 4. The Dighton and Som- erset R. R. Co. may unite with and use the tracks of. 11 82 Taunton Branch Railroad Corporation. 1864— (March 5). Ch. 82 ; 11 S. L. 501, §§ 3, 4. The Mansfield and Somerset R. R. Co. may enter on and unite with, and by vote of three-fourths of the stockholders of the T. B. R. R. Cor. present and voting, lease or purchase the T. B. R. R., (March 17). Ch. 101 ; 11 S. L. 508, § 7. May locate, con- struct and operate a railroad from its line at or near its terminus in Taunton to some point in Taunton on the Dighton and Somerset R. R. or make such connection over the Taunton and New Bedford R. R. by consent, and may enter on and unite with and use the D. & S. R. R., and may for the purpose increase its capital stock by an amount not exceeding $100,000. 1865— (March 22). Ch. 89 ; 11 S. L. 642. The Foxborough Branch (Mansfield and Framingham) R. R. Co. maj T enter on, unite with and use the road of the T. B. R. R. Cor., with a similar right in the T. B. R. R. Cor. as to the road of the F. B. R. R. Co. 1868— (May 9). Ch. 189 ; 12 S. L. 480. May, by a two-thirds vote of its stockholders, subscribe for stock of Mansfield and Framingham R. R. Co. to an amount not exceeding $25,000. 1869— (March 17). Ch. 88; 12 S. L. 637, §§ 1, 2. The New Bed- ford and Taunton R. R. Cor. may enter on and unite with. (March 20). Ch. 103; 12 S. L. 642, § 1. May construct a railroad from its road at or near Crane's station to the Attleborough station on the Boston and Providence R. R. § 2. May unite with, enter on and use the road of the Boston and Providence R. R. Cor., with the corresponding right in the latter corporation as to the Taunton Branch R. R. § 3. Location to be within one year, and construction within two 3-ears. § 4. May increase capital stock for said purposes by $200,000. 1870— (March 19). Ch. 100, § 3 ; 12 S. L. 919. The Attleborough Branch R. R. Co. and the Taunton Branch R. R. Cor. may enter on, unite with and use the roads of each other. Weir Branch Railroad Corporation. 83 1872 — (Feb. 20). Ch. 27; Acts and Res. 23. May increase capital stock by $100,000. (May 2). Ch. 295 ; Acts and Res. 232, § 6. Land taken by the New Bedford and Taunton Branch R. R. Cor. in Taunton near depot of. 1873— (Feb 11). Ch. 20; Acts and Res., 495, §§ 5,7. The New Bedford R. R. Co. ma}', after the purchase of the New Bedford and Taunton R. R., purchase the property and franchise of, or form a corporate union with the T. B. R. R. Cor. according to agreement, with provisions as to mode of effecting the purchase or union, the capital stock after the union, the corporate name, and powers and duties. § 8. Such consolidated company may form a corporate union with the corporation formed by the union of the Mans- field and Framingham R. R. Co. with the Boston, Clin- ton and Fitchburg R. R. Co. under 1870, ch. 90 ; 12 S. L. 914, with provisions as to mode of effecting union, powers and duties, capital stock and corporate name. See New Bedford R. R. Co. WEIR BRANCH RAILROAD CORPORATION - . 1847— (April 16). Ch. 189 ; 8 S. L. 776. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location in Taunton from the New Bedford and Taunton Railroad to Weir village. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $12,000 ; may hold real estate. § 4. Mode of location and construction upon streets and high- ways. § 5. Motive power not to be steam, and, together with the rate of speed, to be regulated by selectmen. [1870, ch. 270 ; 12 S. L. 1003, repeals this section and authorizes mayor and aldermen of Taunton to regulate the motive power.] § 6. Location to be within one year and completion within two j*ears. § 7. May transfer franchise to the New Bedford and Taunton R. R. Cor., or to the Taunton Branch R. R. Cor. § 8. Liability to the town of Taunton for damages. 84 JSTew Bedford and Taunton Railroad Cor. 1870— (May 20). Ch. 270 ; 12 S. L. 1003, § 1. May use any motive power authorized by the mayor and aldermen of Taun- ton, and said board may regulate the rate of speed. § 2. Repeals § 5, 1847, ch. 189; 8 S. L. 776, as to*motive power and rate of speed. OLD COLONY RAILROAD CORPORATION.* 1838— (April 13). Ch. 103 ; 8 S. L. 44. Original charter, with loca- tion from Taunton to New Bedford. 1839— (March 26). Ch. 71; 8 S. L. 105. Name changed to New Bedford and Taunton R. R. Cor. See New Bedford and Taunton R. R. Cor. NEW BEDFORD AND TAUNTON RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1838— (April 13). Ch. 103 ; 8 S. L. 44. Original charter, under the name of Old Colony R. R. Cor. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with a location from the southern terminus of the Taunton Branch R. R. in Taunton to New Bedford. [Location changed, enlarged and extended. 1839, ch. 71 ; 8 S. L. 105. In Freetown and New Bedford. 1848, ch. 65 ; 8 S. L. 877. In New Bedford to Acushnet River. 1848, ch. 83 ; 8 S. L. 884. In Taunton. 1864, ch. 101 ; 11 S. L. 508. In Taunton to connect with Dighton and Somerset R. R. 1864, ch. 267; 11 S. L. 587. In Fairhaven. 1869, ch. 88 ; 12 S. L. 637. In Taunton to Hebronville station on Boston and Providence R. R. 1871, ch. 32 ; Acts and Res. 459. In New Bedford to tide-water. 1872, ch. 295 ; Acts and Res. 232. In Taunton.] § 2. Capital stock to be $400,000 ; may hold real and personal property. [Additions authorized. 1852, ch. 237 ; 9 S. L. 533. $100,000. 1869, ch, 88; 12 S. L. 637. $350,000. 1871, ch. 32; Acts and Res. 459. $300,000.] ■■§ 3. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. §§ 4, 5, 6, 9. Loan by the Commonwealth of $100,000, upon certain conditions and securit}', with provision for a sinking fund. * See note, p. 1, ante. JVew Bedford and Taunton Railroad Cor. 85 § 7. Organization and location to be within two years, and completion within three j-ears. 1839— (March 26). Ch. 71 ; 8 S. L. 105, § 1. Name changed from the Old Colony R. R. Cor. to the New Bedford and Taun- ton R. R. Cor. § 2. May change location in Freetown and New Bedford. § 3. May construct road in the streets of New Bedford with assent of county commissioners and of the inhabitants at a meeting. § 4. May enter on the Taunton Branch R. R. in a certain event. 1844— (March 14). Ch. 100 ; 8 S. L. 356, §§ 2, 6. The Fall River Branch R. R. Co. ma}- be constructed to, and enter on. [§ 6. As to entry repealed by 1846, ch. 259, § 4 ; 8 S. L. 669.] 1846— (April 16). Ch. 259; 8 S. L. 66$, § 4. Repeals, after the completion and going into operation of the Fall River R. R. from Braintree to the N. B. & T. R. R., the act of 1844, § 6, ch. 100 ; 8 S. L 356, which gave authority to the F. R. B. R. R. Co. to enter on. 1847— (April 16). Ch. 189; 8 S. L. 776, § 7. The Weir Branch R. R. Cor. may transfer franchises and property to. 1848— (March 22). Ch. 65 ; 8 S. L. 877. May locate and construct a branch railroad in New Bedford to a wharf on the west bank of Acushnet River. (March 27). Ch. 83 ; 8 S. L. 884, § 1. The N. B. & T. R. R. Cor. and Fall River R. R. Co. may connect their roads in Taunton b}' a curved track, so as to run an engine and cars direct from New Bedford to Fall River. § 2. Curves, how to be made. § 3. The two corporations may run engines and cars at joint expense. (April 21). Ch. 162; 8 S. L. 922, § 6. The Taunton and Middleborough R. R. Cor. may enter on, at Taunton. 1852— (May 18). Ch. 237 ; 9 S. L. 533. May increase capital stock by $100,000. 86 2?ew Bedford and Taunton Railroad Cor. 1863— (Feb. 21). Ch. 29; 11 S. L. 342, § 4. The Digliton and Somerset R. R. Co. may unite with and use. 1864— (March 17). Ch. 101 ; 11 S. L. 508, § 5. The Dighton and Somerset R. R. Co. may cross the track of the N. B. . & T. R. R. upon compensation being made, in a manner to be determined by agreement or by a commissioner. § 7. The Taunton Branch R. R. Co. ma}- by consent make con- nection over the N. B. & T. R. R., with the Dighton and Somerset R. R. § 8. The N. B. & T. R. R. Co. may connect its road by a curve with the D. & S. R. R., in Taunton, near their crossing. (May 13). Ch. 267; 11 S. L. 587. May construct a railway from its road in Fairhaven to the Rodman wharf, with a provision as to the use of streets. [1866, ch. 154 ; 12 S. L. 67, the town of Fairhaven may, by a two-thirds vote, pa}- the^land damages therefor.] 1866— (April 12). Ch. 154; 12 S. L. 67. The town of Fairhaven may, by a two-thirds vote, pay the land damages con- sequent upon the extension authorized by 1864, ch. 267 ; 11 S. L. 587. 1867— (March 16). Ch. 74 ; 12 S. L. 200, §§ 2, 3. The Bridgewater and Taunton R. R. Co. and the N. B. & T. R. R. Cor. may enter on, unite with and use the roads of each other. 1868— (May 9). Ch. 189 ; 12 S. L. 480. May subscribe to the stock of the Mansfield and Framingham R. R. Co. to the amount of $25,000. 1869— (March 11). Ch. 71 ; 12 S. L. 630, §§ 2, 3. The Taunton and Providence R. Co. ma}- enter on. § 5. May subscribe to the capital stock of said T. & P. R. Co. not exceeding 850,000. (March 17). Ch. 88 ; 12 S. L. 637, § 1. May extend its rail- road from Taunton to the Hebronville station on the Bos- ton and Providence R. R. § 2. May unite with the Taunton Branch R. R. and the Boston and Providence R. R., and use their tracks. § 3. May increase capital stock by $350,000. § 4. Location to be within one year and construction within two years. New Bedford and Taunton Railroad Cor. 87 1870— (March 23). Ch. 126 ; 12 S. L. 929, § 3. May subscribe for the stock of the New Bedford and Fairhaven Street R. Co. with a qualifying clause. [1872, ch. 11, § 3 ; Acts and Res. 17.] (June 22). Ch. 398 ; 12 S. L. 1060, § 3. May enter on, unite with and use the New Bedford and Middleborough R. R. if located and constructed on the west side of Acushnet River. [1871, ch. 32, § 4 ; Acts and Res. 459.] 1871— (Feb. 20). Ch. 32 ; Acts and Res. 459, § 1. May extend from its terminus in New Bedford to a point at tide- water below the New Bedford and Fairhaven bridge. § 2. May, for the above and other purposes, increase its capital stock by $300,000. § 3. Location of extension to be within one year, and construc- tion within two years. § 4. The New Bedford and Middleborough R. R. Co., if con- structed . on the west side of Acushnet river, may enter on and unite with the railroad of. [1870, ch. 398, § 3 ; 12 S. L. 1060.] § 5. If the union of the roads is made, one corporation may purchase one undivided half of the road of the other upon certain terms. § 6. Management of part of the road owned in common under such a purchase. § 7. After extension by one corporation of its road into New Bedford be}*ond Hillman street, the other not to extend beyond said line except by a junction with the road already constructed and a purchase as before provided, and a common passenger station to be used southerly of said line. 1872— (Feb. 6). Ch. 11 ; Acts and Res. 17, § 3. May subscribe for the stock of the New Bedford and Fairhaven Street R. Co., with qualifying clause. [1870, ch. 126, § 3 ; 12 S. L. 929.] (Feb. 20). Ch. 28 ; Acts and Res. 23. The Old Colony and Newport R. Co. ma}* construct tracks to connect with, in Taunton. (May 2). Ch. 295; Acts and Res. 232, § 6. May take land in Taunton for an additional track between the depot of the Taunton Branch R. R. and Weir junction. 88 , Neiv Bedford Railroad Company. 1873— (Feb. 11). Ch. 20 ; Acts and Res. 496, §3. May convey franchise and property to the New Bedford R. R. Co. ; the proceeds thereof to be appropriated to the payment of debts, except bonded debt due in 1881, and the balance to be divided pro rata among the stockholders. §§ 4-8. Power of constructing tracks, taking lands, purchasing other railroads and franchises and consolidating, vested in said X. B. R. R. Co. after the purchase of the X. B. & T. R. R. See New Bedford R. R. Co. lOJW BEDFORD RAILROAD COMPANY. 1873 — (Feb. 11). Ch. 20 ; Acts and Res. 495, Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Capital stock not to exceed $1,000,000, except as herein provided. § 3. The New Bedford and Taunton R. R. Cor. may sell its franchise and propert}' to the X. B. R. R. Co., the latter succeeding to its powers and duties ; the proceeds of the sale to be appropriated to the pajment of the debts and liabilities of the X. B. & T. R. R. Cor., except the bonded debt due in 1881, which may be assumed by the X. B. R. R. Co., and the balance to be divided pro rata among the stockholders. § 4. May, within two years after the purchase, construct a second track from Xew Bedford to Taunton, extend to deep water in Xew Bedford, purchase or take lands and wharves, maintain tracks in streets at grade in said city, and increase capital stock b}* amount expended. §§ 5, 6. May, after such purchase, buy the property and franchise of the Middleborough and Taunton R. R. Cor. and the Taunton Branch R. R. Cor. the stockholders of said corporations approving at meetings, and increase capital stock by the amount expended therefor. § 7. Ma}*, after the purchase of the Xew Bedford and Taunton R. R., form a corporate union with the Taunton Branch R. R. Cor., with provisions as to the capital stock of such consolidated corporation, the corporate name, powers and duties, and mode of effecting union. Taunton and Providence Railway Company. 89 § 8. Such consolidated corporation, after purchase or union with the Taunton Branch R. R. Co., may form a corporate union with the corporation formed by the union of the Mansfield and Framingham R. R. Co. with the Boston, Clinton and Fitchburg R. R. Co., under 1870, ch. 90 ; 12 S. L. 914, with provisions as to mode of effecting union, powers and duties, capital stock and corporate name. See New Bedford and Taunton R. R. Cor. Middleborough and Taunton R. R. Cor. Taunton Branch R. R. Cor. Mansfield and Framingham R. R. Co. Boston, Clinton and Fitchburg R. R. Co. TAUNTON AND PROVIDENCE RAILWAY COMPANY. 18G9— (March 11). Ch. 71 ; 12 S. L. 630. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Weir junction of the Old Colony and Newport R. and the New Bedford and Taunton R. R., in Taunton, to the state line of Rhode Island, to connect near Hunt's Mills with a railroad authorized by that state. § 3. May enter on and use the Old Colon}* and Newport R. and the New Bedford and Taunton R. R., with a provision as to crossing the same, and the expense thereof. § 4. Capital stock to be $000,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 5. The Old Colony and Newport R. Co. and the New Bedford and Taunton R. R. Cor. ma}', by the votes of stock- holders, each subscribe $50,000 to the stock thereof. § 6. Location to be within two }'ears, and construction within three years. ATTLEBOROUGH BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1870— (March 19). Ch. 100 ; 12 S. L. 919. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Boston and Providence R. R. in East Attleborough to a point in North Attleborough. § 3. May enter on, unite with and use the railroads of the Boston and Providence R. R. Cor. and the Taunton Branch R. R. Cor., with the corresponding right in those corporations ; may cross the B. & P. R. R. on certain conditions. 12 90' ITorth Attleborougli Branch Railroad Company. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $100,000. [1871, ch. 43, Acts and Res. 464 ; increase to $130,000.] § 5. May lease its railroad to any other railroad corporation. § 6. Location to be within one }ear and construction within two years. 1871— (Feb. 24). Ch. 43 ; Acts and Res. 464. May increase capi- tal stock, not exceeding in the whole $130,000. NORTH ATTLEBOBOUGH BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. I860— (Feb. 8). Ch. 18; 11 S. L. 7. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from North Attleborough to the state line of Rhode Island, near Valley Falls, with the right to con- nect with a railroad authorized by that state. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $100,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Location to be within two years and construction within three years. [1862, ch. 201 ; 11 S. L. 322. Extends time for location to May 1, 1863, and re- vives ch. 18, 1860 ; 11 S. L. 7. 1863, ch. 23; 11 S. L. 340. " " " and construction two years. I860, ch. 3; IIS. L. 615. " " " " to May 1, 1867. 1867, ch. 171 ; 12 S. L. 256. " " " " to May 1, 1869. 1869, ch. 226 ; 12 S. L. 703. " " " " to May 1, 1872.] § 5. May contract with the Providence ?nd"SVorcester R. R. Co. for equipping and running the road. 1862— (April 30). Ch. 201 ; US. L. 322. Extends time for location to May 1, 1863, and revives ch. 18, 1860 ; 11 S. L. 7. 1863— (Feb. 17).— Ch. 23 ; 11 S. L. 340. Extends time for location and construction two years. 1865— (Feb. 3). Ch. 3; 11 S. L. 615. Extends time for location and construction to May 1, 1867. 1867— (April 25). Ch. 171 ; 12 S. L. 256. Extends time for loca- tion and construction to May 1, 1869. Seekonk Branch Railroad Company. 91 1869— (May 1). Ch. 226 ; 12 S. L. 703. Extends time for location and construction to May 1, 1872. (June 17) Ch. 414 ; 12 S. L. 825, § 1. The town of Attle- borough may take a limited amount of stock in, and raise moue}- therefor, by loan or tax. § 2. Representation of the town as a stockholder in corporate meetings. SEEKONK BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1836— (April 16). Ch. 269 ; 7 S. L. 716. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with location from Old Wharf Point on Seekonk River, in Seekonk, across Rocky Point to the Boston and Providence R. R. near the railroad bridge. [1838, ch. 194 ; 8 S. L. 80 ; as to laying rails between Rock}* Point and Old Wharf] § 2. Capital stock to be $50,000 in shares of $50 each ; may hold real and personal estate. § 3. Subscription of stock and organization to be before October 1, 1836 ; location of a part and construction to be before Sept. 1, 1837. [1837, ch. 173; 7 S. L. 789, extends time for location and construction one 3*ear.] § 4. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 5. May enter on the Boston and Providence R. R. on certain conditions. § 6. The Fall River Mill Road, R. R. and Ferry Co., and other companies authorized by the legislature, may enter on. [1839, ch. 152, § 3 ; 8 S. L. 141, reserves rights of said corporation under this section.] § 7. Call of the first meeting. § 8. The franchise not to be owned by the proprietors of the southern termination of the Boston and Providence R. R. in Rhode Island. % 1837— (April 15). Ch. 173 ; 7 S. L. 789. Time for location and con- struction extended one year ; authority to declare certain subscriptions to stock void. 1838— (April 25). Ch. 194 ; 8 S. L. 80. Not required to lay rails between Rocky Point and Old Wharf. 1839— (April 10). Ch. 152 ; 8 S. L. 141, § 1. May sell the road and franchises to the Boston and Providence R. R. Cor. on certain conditions ; use of the wharf at India Point and facilities for passengers and freight. 92 New Bedford and Fall River Railroad Company. § 2. The Commonwealth may, in the case of wharf accommoda- tions not being furnished, purchase the branch from the Boston and Providence R. R. Cor. § 3. This act not to affect the right of the Fall River Mill Road, R. R. and Ferry Co. to enter on. [183G, ch. 2G9 ; 7 S. L. 716, § 6.] SOMERSET AND MANSFIELD RAILROAD COMPANY. 1864— (March 5). Ch. 82 ; 11 S. L. 501. Original charter. § 1 . Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the junction of the Taunton Branch R. R. and Boston and Providence R. R., in Mansfield, to a line below Wilber's pond in Somerset, upon the channel of Taunton River, with provisions as to fixing the line, wharves, &c. § 3. May enter on and use the Taunton Branch R. R., and the Dighton and Somerset R. R. § 4. May lease or purchase the Taunton Branch R. R. § 5. Capital stock to be not less than $300,000, nor more than $500,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 6. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. [1866, ch. 28 ; 12 S. L. 12, extends the time two years.] 1866— (Feb. 15). Ch. 28 ; 12 S. L. 12, § 1. Extends time for loca- tion and construction two years. § 2. Changes the name to the Mansfield and Somerset R. R. Co. See Mansfield and Somerset R. R. Co. MANSFIELD AND SOMERSET RAILROAD COMPANY. 1866— (Feb. 15). Ch. 28 ; 12 S. L. 12, § 2. Name changed from the Somerset and Mansfield R. R. Co. See Somerset and Mansfield R. R. Co. NEW BEDFORD AND FALL RIVER RAILROAD COMPANY. 1836— (April 16). Ch. 267 ; 7 S. L. 714. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with a location from Taunton Great River, in Fall River, to New Bedford, the route being fixed by courses and distances. New Bedford and Fall River Railway Company. 93 § 2. Capital stock to be not less than $200,000, nor more than $300,000 ; may hold real estate. § 3. Shall maintain fences and be liable to adjoining land- owners for default. § 4. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 5. Subject to use by other companies under legislative authority. § 6. Authorized to erect toll-houses and collect tolls. § 7. Organization, location and subscription of $200,000, to be before Sept. 1, 1837, and construction on or before Dec. 31, 1840. [1838, ch. 179 ; 8 S. L. 71, extends the time two j-ears.] § 8. May expend money on a section of the road in Rhode Island, but not to violate the laws of that state, and charging the same rates in both states. 1838— (April 24). Ch. 179 ; 8 S. L. 71. Revives original charter of 1836, ch. 267 ; 7 S. L. 714, and extends time two years. NEW BEDFORD AND PALL RIVER RAILWAY COMPANY. 1864— (May 5). Ch. 192 ; 11 S. L. 554. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from New Bedford to the Old Colony and New- R. in Fall River, with a provision as to laying rails in the streets of New Bedford. § 3. May enter on Old Colon}* and Newport R. by consent. § 4. Capital stock to be not less than $300,000, nor more than $500,000 ; may hold real estate. § 5. Location to be within two 3-ears, and construction within three years. [1866, ch. 203; 12 S. L. Ill, time for location and construction extended two years, and for organization one year. 1867, ch. 91 ; 12 S. L. 213, time for organization extended to April 30, 1868, and for location and construction to April 30, 1870.] 1866— (April 30). Ch. 203; 12 S. L. 111. Time for location and construction extended two years, and for organization one year. 1867— (March 23). Ch. 91 ; 12 S. L. 213. Time for organization extended to April 30, 1868, and for location and con- struction to April 30, 1870. 94 Boston, Providence and Taunton Railroad Cor. WEENTHAM AND FOXBO ROUGH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1846— (April 16). Ch. 254 ; 8 S. L. 659. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the depot of the Boston and Providence R. R., in Mansfield, to the line of Cumberland in Rhode Island. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $350,000 ; may hold real and personal property. § 4. May enter on, and unite with and use the Boston and Providence R. R. and the Taunton Branch R. R., at Mansfield. § 5. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 6. Ma}- connect with the Providence and "Worcester R. R. in "Woonsocket, and expend capital stock therefor. § 7. One or more of the directors or other officers to be an in- habitant of the Commonwealth for the service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 8. Location to be within two years and completion within three years. § 9. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. BOSTON, PROVIDENCE AND TAUNTON RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1830— (March 12). Ch. 95 ; 6 S. L. 868. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with location from Boston to Pawtucket River in Seekonk, or to line of Pawtucket in Rhode Island, and from some part of said railroad to Taunton and Taunton River, with provisions as to width of road, taking land, damages, &c. § 2. Capital stock to be $500,000, with provisions as to sub- scription, choice and powers of directors and other officers. § 3. Powers of president and directors, assessments upon and forfeiture of shares, &c. § 4. By-laws. §§ 5, 6. Tolls and toll-houses. §§ 7, 8. Damages to land-owners, and parties under disability. § 9. Malicious injuries to the railroad and property. § 10. Annual meetings. § 11. Crossing of public and private ways. Boston and Taunton Railroad Company. 95 § 1 2. Power of the state to purchase the railroad. § 13. Subscription of stock, organization and location to be prior to Jan. 1, 1831, and construction prior to Jan. 1, 1835. BOSTON AND TAUNTON RAILROAD COMPANY. 1831— (June 22). Ch. 55 ; 7 S. L. 129. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, and a location from Boston to Taunton and Taunton River, with liberty to extend to the state line in the direction of Providence, and provisions as to width of road, taking land and damages. § 2. Capital stock to be $1,000,000, with provisions as to elec- tion of directors and other officers. § 3. Powers of directors and other officers, with provisions as to assessments, forfeiture of shares on failure to pay, &c. § 4. P>3*-laws. § 5. Concerning tolls, and the use of road, and the reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 6. Concerning tolls, toll-houses and reports. §§ 7, 8. Damages to land-owners and parties under disability. § 9. Malicious injuries to the railroad and property of the cor- poration. § 10. Annual meeting. § 11. Crossing of public and private ways. § 12. Grant of exclusive right for thirty years within certain ter- ritory, with power in the Commonwealth to purchase the franchise upon certain conditions. [1832, ch. 107; 7 S. L. 242, § 1, further provision as to the power to pur- chase.] § 13. Subscription of stock, organization and location to be before Jan. 1, 1833, and construction on or before Jan. 1, 1836. [1832, ch. 107 ; 7 S. L. 242, § 2, extends the time for location and construction one year.] § 14. The corporation to maintain bridges over public and private ways. § 15. Bridges over the waters of Boston harbor, or obstructions therein, not authorized. § 16. Mode of fixing general location and southern terminus on Taunton River or Mount Hope Bay. 1832— (March 7). Ch. 107 ; 7 S. L. 242, § 1. Concerning purchase of the franchise by the Commonwealth. [1831, ch. 55, § 12; 7S. L. 129.] § 2. Time for location and construction extended one year. 96 Providence and Bristol Railroad Company. 1836— (April 13). Ch. 221 ; 7 S. L. 686, § 7. Authority to purchase the Mount Hope R. R. MOUNT HOPE RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1836— (April 13). Ch. 221 ; 7 S. L. 686. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with location from Taunton Branch R. R., in Taunton, to Somerset. § 2. To furnish facilities for vessels at Broad cove, as under act of March 16, 1832. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed §150,000 ; may hold real es- tate. § 4. Reduction of tolls hy the legislature. § 5. May enter on the Taunton Branch R. R. on certain terms. § 6. Subscription for stock, organization and location to be be- fore July 1, 1837, and construction by Sept. 1, 1838. § 7. The Boston and Taunton R. R. Co. created by 1831, ch. 55 ; 7 S. L. 129, may purchase the franchise and property of. PROVIDENCE AND BRISTOL RAILROAD COMPANY. 1851— (May 23). Ch. 245 ; 9 S. L. 360. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the line of Rhode Island at Providence, near India bridge, to the south-east boundary line of Seckonk. § 3. Capital stock to be $250,000. [1853, ch. 79 ; 9 S. L. 616, § 2 ; to be $75,000 instead of $250,000. 1855, ch. 221 ; 10 S. L. 351, increase of $150,000] ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Ma}- enter on, unite with, and use the Boston and Provi- dence R. R. near Providence. § 5. Location to be within one }'ear and construction within four years. [1852, ch. 201 ; 9 S. L. 518. Extends time for location two years from May 1, 1852. 1853, ch. 79 ; 9 S. L. 616. " " " fifteen months. 1855, ch. 221 ; 10 S. L. 351, $ 1. " " construction and location to Feb. 1, 185C] § 6. Subject to use by other companies under legislative author- ity. § 7. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. Providence, Warren and Bristol Railroad Company. 97 § 8. Corporate union -with the Providence and Bristol R. R. Co. of Rhode Island, connecting this railroad with Provi- dence and Bristol, authorized under the name of the Providence and Bristol R. R. Co. § 9. One or more directors or other officers, of the united cor- porations to be inhabitants of this Commonwealth for the service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 10. Separate accounts for the road in the two states to be kept and adjusted by commissioners, and an annual report required. § 11. The corporation and stockholders, as to the part of the road in Massachusetts, to be subject to its jurisdiction. § 12. Provisions as to corporate union to take effect only after acceptance by both corporations at legal meetings. § 13. Conditions precedent to the commencement of construc- tion. 1852— (May 7). Ch. 201 ; 9 S. L. 518. Time for location extended two years from May 1, 1852. 1853— (March 24). Ch. 79 ; 9 S. L. 616, § 1. Name changed to Providence, Warren and Bristol R. R. Co. § 2. Capital stock to be $75,000 instead of $250,000. § 3. Time for location extended fifteen months. See Providence, Warren and Bristol R. R. Co. ' PROVIDENCE AND BRISTOL RAILROAD COMPANY. (A CORPORATION OF RHODE ISLAND.) 1851— (May 23). Ch. 245 ; 9 S. L. 360, § 8. The Providence and Bristol R. R. Co. of this state may form a corporate union with said company under the name of the Provi- dence and Bristol Railroad Company. See Providence and Bristol R. R. Co. (of Mass.) PROVIDENCE, WARREN AND BRISTOL RAILROAD COMPANY. 1853— (March 24). Ch. 79 ; 9 S. L. 616, § 1. Name changed from the Providence and Bristol R. R. Co. 13 98 Walpole Railroad Company. § 2. Capital stock to be $75,000 instead of $250,000. [1855, en. 221 ; 10 S. L. 351, § 2 ; increase of $150,000 author- ized.] § 3. Time for location extended fifteen months. 1855— (April 21). Ch. 221 ; 10 S. L. 351, § 1. Time for location and construction extended to Feb. 1, 1856. § 2. May increase capital stock by $150,000, with authority to sell or distribute the shares among stockholders. § 3. The second section to take effect only on acceptance and the obtaining of like authority from Rhode Island, with a proviso requiring the same stock to be issued as in Ehode Island. 1873— (April 15). Ch. 198; Acts and Res. 615, § 2. The Boston and Providence R. R. Cor. and the Old Colony R. R. Co., or either, may by a vote of stockholders purchase or hold shares in the capital stock of. See Providence and Bristol R. R. Co. •WALPOLE |H ATT.RO AD COMPANY. 1846— (April 16). Ch. 231 ; 8 S. L. 648. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from western terminus of the Dedham Branch R. R. in Dedham to the centre of Walpole. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Location to be within one year, and completion within three years. § 5. May enter on and use the Dedham Branch R. R., at Ded- ham, and the Boston and Providence R. R. § 6. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 7. Reduction of tolls by the legislasure. 1847— (April 24). Ch. 252 ; 8 S. L. 815, § 5. The Norfolk County R. R. Co. may enter on and use. § 7. May form corporate union with the Norfolk County R. R. Co. JSee Norfolk County R. R. Co. Norfolk Counti/ Railroad Company. 99 NORFOLK COUNTY RAILROAD COMPANY. 1847— (April 24). Ch. 252 ; 8 S. L. 815. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Walpole R. R. in Walpole to Blackstone and the Providence and Worcester R. R. in Blackstone. [Location changed, enlarged and extended. § 7. Post. Union with the Walpole R. R. Co. § 9. Post. Branch from South Dedham. 1848, ch. 275, § 5 ; 8 S. L. 982. The purchase of "Wrentham Branch R. R. 1853, ch. 88; 9 S. L. 619. " " " " 1862, ch. 136; 11 S.X. 296. " " " " 1849, ch. 184, §§ 1, 4; 9 S. L. 77. A branch from Scott's hill, in Bellingham, to state line, and the lease of a connecting road in Rhode Island to Woonsocket village. 1849, ch. 193, § 5 ; 9 S. L. 84. The purchase of the Medway Branch R. R. Co. 1850, ch. 268 ; 9 S. L. 240. Corporate union with other corporations, as the Mid- land R. R. Co. 1851, ch. 272 ; 9 S. L. 377. Contract for building a branch from Bellingham to "Woonsocket village. 1852, ch. 158 ; 9 S. L. 498. Corporate union with "Woonsocket Union R. R. Co. 1854, ch. 447 ; 10 S. L. 253. Corporate union with other corporations to form the Boston and New York Central R. R. Co.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $500,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. [Additions authorized. 1848, ch. 275 ; 8 S. L. 982, and 1862, ch. 136 ; 11 S. L. 296. Increase of $55,000 authorized for purchase of Wrentham Branch R. R. 1849, ch. 184; 9 S. L. 77, § 5. $50,000. 1849, ch. 193 ; 9 S. L. 84, { 5. $75,000 for purchase of Medway Branch R. R. 1850, ch. 175 ; 9 S. L. 185. $500,000 with provisions as to preferred stock. 1853, ch. 88 ; 9 S. L. 619, § 5. $35,000 for purchase of the Wrentham Branch R. R.] § 4. Location to be within one year, and completion within three years. § 5. May enter on and use the "Walpole R. R., in Walpole, the Dedham Branch R. R. and the Boston and Provi- dence R. R. on certain terms. § 6. May enter on and use the Providence and Worcester R. R. in Blackstone. § 7. May form corporate union with the Walpole R. R. Co. under the name of the Norfolk County R. R. Co. § 8. May, if the Walpole R. R. Co. does not consent to such corporate union, construct the road from its terminus in Walpole to the Boston and Providence R. R., with power to enter on and use the same. § 9. May construct branch road from the crossing of the Nor- folk and Bristol turnpike in South Dedham to the Boston and Providence R. R., with power to enter thereon. 100 Norfolk Count}/ Railroad Company. § 10. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 11. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. 1848— (May 9). Ch. 273 ; 8 S. L. 981, § 4. The Boston and Provi- dence R. R. Cor. may, from its branch through West Roxbury, enter on. (May 9). Ch. 275 ; 8 S. L. 982, § 2. The Wrentham Branch R. R. Co. may enter on, in "Wrentham. [1853, ch. 88, § 2 ; 9 S. L. 619. 1862, ch. 136, § 2 ; 11 S. L. 296.] § 5. The N. C. R. R. Co. may buy franchise of the W. B. R. R., and increase capital stock therefor by $55,000. [1853, ch. 88, § 5 ; 9 S. L. 619, and 1862, ch. 136 ; 11 S. L. 296.] 1849— (May 1). Ch. 184 ; 9 S. L. 77, § 1. May construct a branch from Scott's hill in Bellingham to the dividing line be- tween Massachusetts and Rhode Island in the direction of Woonsocket. [1851, ch. 272; 9 S. L. 377, may contract with Woonsocket Union R. R. Co. to build the same.] § 2. Location of branch to be within one year, and con- struction within two years. [§ 4, post, extends time in a certain event.] § 3. Grants same powers as to said branch as under original charter. § 4. May connect at the state line with a railroad to Woon- socket village in Rhode Island, and lease and contract for the use and maintenance of the same ; time for loca- tion and construction extended in a certain event. § 5. May increase capital stock $50,000. § 6. Shares to be as those of the original capital stock. (May 1). Ch. 193 ; 9 S. L. 84, § 2. The Medway Branch R. R. Co. may enter on and use. 5. The N. C. R. R. Co. may receive and hold the franchise of the M. B. R. R. Co., and for that purpose increase its capital stock by $75,000. (May 1). Ch. 194; 9. S. L. 85, § 6. The Southbridge and Blackstone R. R. Co. ma}- enter on. 1850 — (April 9). Ch. 175; 9 S. L. 185, § 1. May increase capital stock by $500,000. Norfolk County Railroad Company. 101 § 2. Mortgage of the railroad and property to R. G. Shaw and others, trustees of bondholders, on Oct. 15, 1849, con- firmed. [Shaw v. Norfolk County R. R. Co. ; 5 Gray R. 162, 16 id. 407] ; may issue 7,000 shares of stock as preferred stock, with provision as to dividends on the same.] § 3. Such stock to be called "preferred stock" in the cer- tificates, and to be a part of the capital already au- thorized. § 4. Appropriation of surplus net earnings after payment of dividends on preferred stock. 1850— (April 30). Ch. 256 ; 9 S. L. 235. Location of the Medway Branch R. R. to, near the North Wrentham depot. (May 2). Ch. 268 ; 9 S. L. 240, § 7. The Midland R. R. Co. maj 7 enter on, in South Dedham. § 9. The N. C. R. R. Co. may form corporate union with other corporations under the name of the Midland R. R. Co. §§ 10-14. Further provisions as to said corporate union. 1851— (May 24). Ch. 272; 9 S. L. 377. May contract with the Woonsocket Union R. R. Co. to build the branch con- necting Woonsocket village with the railroad in Belling- ham authorized by 1849, ch. 184 ; 9 S. L. 77. 1852— (April 20). Ch. 106 ; 9 S. L. 474. The Charles River R. R. Co. not to construct its road in Bellingham within one mile of. (April 20). Ch. 130 ; 9 S. L. 480, §§ 3, 4. The Bellingham Branch R. R. Co. may enter on in Bellingham, and use, and may contract with, for the leasing or use and main- tenance of said branch. (April 30). Ch. 158 ; 9 S. L. 498, § 1. May form a corporate union^with the Woonsocket Union R. R. Co. or other connecting company authorized by Rhode Island, with the powers and duties of the original corporations, but not to be released from liabilities. § 2. In the event of such a union one or more directors or officers to be inhabitants of this state for service of proc- ess, with liability to jurisdiction. , § 3. Separate accounts of expenditures and receipts for part of the road in each state to be adjusted by a commissioner, and annual report to be approved by him. 102 Norfolk County Railroad Company. § 4. Company and stockholders in this state subject to its laws. [Shaw v. Norfolk County R. R. Co., 16 Gray R. 407.] 1853— (Feb. 23). Ch. 25 ; 9 S. L. 580. May unite with and use the Dedham Branch of the Boston and Providence R. R. Cor. through West Roxbury, and the B. & P. R. R. (March 24). Ch. 88 ; 9 S. L. 619, § 2. The Wrentham Branch R. R. Co. may enter on, in Wrentham. [1848, ch. 275, § 2 ; 8 S. L. 982. 1862, ch. 136, § 2 ; 11 S. L. 296.] § 5. The N. C. R. R. Co. may buy the franchise of the "Wrent- ham Branch R. R., and increase capital stock therefor by $35,000. [1848, ch. 275, § 5 ; 8 S. L. 982, and 1862, ch. 136; 11 S. L. 296.] 1854— (April 29). Ch. 447 ; 10 S. L. 253. Corporate union agreed upon Dec. 12, 1853, with the Midland R. R. Co. and the Southbridge and Blackstone R. R. Co. under the name of Boston and New York Central R. R. Co., in accordance with 1852, ch. 158 ; 9 S. L. 498, confirmed, saving rights of creditors. [Shaw v. Norfolk County R. R. Co., 16 Gray R. 407.] 1858— (March 19). Ch. 60 ; 10 S. L. 796, §§ 10, 11, 16. Purchase of the bonds of, by the Midland R. R. Co. or of the claims to land damages, and the transfer thereof to trustees under a mortgage made by the M. R. R. Co. § 13. The M. R. R. Co. may contract with the trustees, under the mortgage of the N. C. R. R., to lease or run over the same. 1862— (April 25). Ch. 136 ; 11 S. L. 296, § 2. The Wrentham Branch R. R. Co. may enter on, in Wrentham. [1848, ch. 275, § 2 ; 8 S. L. 982. 1853, ch. 88, § 2 ; 9 S. L. 619.] § 5. The N. C. R. R. Co. may buy franchise of Wrentham Branch R. R. Co., and increase stock therefor by $55,000. [1848, ch. 275, § 5 ; 8 S. L. 982, and 1858, ch. 88 ; 9 S. L. 619.] 1863— (March 28). Ch. 116 ; 11 S. L. 385, § 3. The Southern Mid- land R. R. Co. may purchase at a sale under the mort- gage of. See Midland R. R. Co., No. 1. Boston and New York Central R. R. Co. Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co. Midland Railroad Company. 103 MIDLAND RATT.RO AD COMP AITS', Mo. 1. 1850— (May 2). Ch. 268 ; 9 S. L. 240. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Norfolk County R. R., in South Dedham, to Broad Street or Sea Street, in Boston. [1853, ch. 311 ; 9 S.L.719. 1873, ch. 289,§5; Acts and Res. p. . Change of location in South Boston and Boston ; Boston and Providence R. R. Cor. v. Midland R. R. Co., 1 Gray R. 340.] §§ 2, 3. May cross Fore Point channel and flats by a pile bridge, with draw. [1853, ch. 311 ; 9 S. L. 719. 1873, • ch. 289, § 5 ; Acts and Res. p. .] § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $700,000. § 5. Location to be within one year and construction within two years. [1852, ch. 47 ; 9 S. L. 433, time for construc- tion extended two years ; Boston and Providence R. R. Cor. v. Midland R. R. Co., 1 Gray R. 340.] § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. May enter on the Norfolk County R. R., in South Dedham. § 8. Crossing of Old Colony R. R. and Boston and Providence R. R., and of streets at South Boston, and payment of damages to O. C. R. R. Cor. § 9. May form a corporate union with the Norfolk County R. R. Co., the Southbridge and Blackstone R. R. Co. and two corporations created by the state of Connecticut, viz. : the Willimantic and Thompson R. R. Co. and the Hart- ford, Providence and Fishkill R. R. Co., under the name of the Midland R. R. Co. § 10. Meetings of the corporation and residence of officers for process and jurisdiction. §11. Attachment of shares. § 12. Accounts of expenditures and receipts as to part of road in each state to be kept separate, and adjusted by commis- sioners ; the annual report to be approved by them. § 13. Subject as to the part of the road in this State to its gen- eral laws, and the capital of new corporation to consist of the capital of the united corporations. § 14. The provisions of §§ 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 not to take effect until accepted by the corporations named in § 9. 1851— (May 24). Ch. 335 ; 9 S. L. 412, §1. May construct railroad in five-mile sections on certain conditions. [Boston and Providence R. R. Cor. v. Midland R. R. Co., 1 Gray R. 340.] 104 Willimantic and Thompson Railroad Company. § 2. Repeals inconsistent acts or parts of acts. 1852— (March 26). Ch. 47 ; 9 S. L. 433. Time for construction ex- tended two j-ears. 1853— (May 10). Ch. 311 ; 9 S. L. 719, § 1. Change of location in South Boston and Boston. [1850, ch. 268, §§ 2, 3 ; 9 S.L. 240. 1860, ch. 205; 11 S.L. 110. 1873, ch. 289, § 5 ; Acts and Res. p. .] § 2. Subject to be crossed at grade and used by any company chartered by the present legislature. 1854— (April 29). Ch. 421 ; 10 S. L. 223, §§ 2, 5. The Dorchester and Milton Extension R. R. Co. may cross and«enter on. (April 29). Ch. 447; 10 S. L. 253, § 1. Corporate union with the Norfolk County R. R. Co. and the Southbridge and Blackstone R. R. Co., made Dec. 12, 1853, in ac- cordance with 1852, ch. 158 ; 9 S. L. 498, under the name of Boston and New York Central R. R. Co., ratified and confirmed. § 2. Time for construction of Midland R. R. extended one year. See Boston and New York Central R. R. Co. Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co. HARTFORD, PROVIDENCE AND FISHKHiL RAILROAD COMPANY. (A CONNECTICUT CORPORATION.) 1850— (May 2). Ch. 268 ; 9 S. L. 240, §§ 9-14. May form a corpor- ate union with certain other companies under the name of the Midland R. R. Co. See Midland R. R. Co., No. 1. WILLIMANTIC AND THOMPSON RAILROAD COMPANY. (A CONNECTICUT CORPORATION.) 1850— (May 2). Ch. 268 ; 9 S. L. 240, § 9-14. May form a corpo- rate union with certain other companies under the name of the Midland R. R. Co. See Midland R. R. Co., No. 1. one year. 1854, ch. 447 § 3 ; 10 S. L. 253. 1855, " 115; 10 S. L. 319. 1856, " 33; 10 S. L. 500. 1857, " 32 § 1 ; 10 S. L. 646. 1858, " 13; 10 S. L. 782. 1859, " 23 ; 10 S. L. 848. 1860, " 44; 11 S. L. 31. 1861, " 44; 11 S. L. 140. 1862, " 126; US. L. 294. Southbridge and Blackstone Railroad Company. 105 SOTJTHBRIDQE AND BLACKSTONE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1849— (May 1). Ch. 194 ; 9 S. L. 85. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Southbridge to the Norfolk County E. R., in Blackstone. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $800,000 ; shares to be of same value and amount ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Location to be within two years and construction within four years. [1851, ch. 134, § 1; 9 S. L. 312. Time extended for location and construction Time for construction extended one year, ii << ii " " to May 1, 1857. " " one year. • " to May 1, 1859. " " to May 1, 1860. " " to May 1, 1861. " " to May 1, 1862. " " two years.] § 5. Ma}' in a certain event lease or purchase, or construct and maintain the part of the line in Connecticut. § 6. May enter on and use the Norfolk County, Providence and Worcester, and Norwich and Worcester railroads. § 7. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 8. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 9. To be constructed as an entire route and not by sections. [§ 9 repealed by 1851, § 4, ch. 134 ; 9 S. L. 312.] 1850— (May 2). Ch. 268 ; 9 S. L. 240, § 9. May form a corporate union with other corporations under the name of the Midland R. R. Co. 1851— (May 7). Ch. 113; 9 S. L. 300, § 7. The Millbury and Southbridge R. R. Co. may enter on and use, and cross. (May 15). Ch. 154 ; 9 S. L. 312, § 1. Time for location and construction extended one j-ear. [§ 3, post."] § 2. Construction in three sections authorized ; subscriptions of $150,000, $300,000 and $100,000 respectively, to pre- cede the construction of the western, easterly and middle sections, with further conditions precedent to construc- tion, and a provision as to the issue of shares. 14 106 Southbridge and Blackstone Railroad Company. § 3. Tsl&y lease any section to a connecting company or make a joint stock with it ; delay in the construction of a sec- tion beyond the statute requirement only to affect that section. § 4. Repeals 1849, § 9, ch. 194 ; 9 S. L. 85, as to construction as an entire route. 1854— (April 29). Ch. 447 ; 10 S. L. 253. Agreement for a corpo- rate union of the Southbridge and Blackstone, the Nor- folk County, and the Midland R. R. companies, under the name of the Boston and New York Central R. R. Co., made December 12, 1853, under 1852, ch. 158 ; 9 S. L. 498, ratified and confirmed, saving rights of creditors. § 2. Limits the time of construction of the Midland R. R. by the B. & N. Y. C. R. R. Co. to one year. § 3. Time for construction of Southbridge and Blackstone R. R. by the B. & N. Y. C. R. R. Co. extended one year. § 4. Extension of time for claims for damages by land-owners for one year. 1855— (March 31). Ch. 115 ; 10 S. L. 319. Extends time for con- struction by the Boston and New York Central R. R. Co. one year. 1856— (Feb. 29). Ch. 33 ; 10 S. L. 500. Extends time for construc- tion by the Boston and New York Central R. R. Co. to May 1, 1857, and for claims for land damages one year. 1857— (March 28). Ch. 32 ; 10 S. L. 646, § 1. Extends time for construction by the Boston and New York Central R. R. Co. of the middle and eastern sections one year. § 2. Extends time for land damages one year after the entire road is completed and opened for use. 1858*— (Feb. 13). Ch. 13 ; 10 S. L. 782. Extends time for construc- tion by the Boston and New York Central R. R. Co. to Maj T 1, 1859, with an additional year for claims for land damages. 1859— (Feb. 5). Ch. 23 ; 10 S. L. 848. Extends time for construc- tion by the Midland R. R. Co. to May 1, 1860, with an additional year for claims for land damages. Boston and New York Central Railroad Company. 107 I860— (Feb. 24). Ch. 44 ; 11 S. L. 31. Extends time for construc- tion by the Midland R. R. Co. to May 1, 1861, with an additional year for claims for land damages. 1861— (Feb. 15). Ch. 44 ; 11 S. L. 140. Extends time for construc- tion by the Midland R. R. Co. to May 1, 1862, with an additional } r ear for claims for land damages. (April 9). Ch. 155 ; 11 S. L. 207, § 3. Purchase or discharge of liens on, by the Midland R. R. Co. §§ 11, 12. The Midland R. R. Co. to put said branch in good running order within eighteen months after acceptance of the act. 1862— (April 21). Ch. 126; 11 S. L. 294. Extends time for con- struction by the Midland R. R. Co. two years, with an additional year for claims for land damages after the road is completed and opened for use. See Boston and New York Central R. R. Co. Midland R. R. Co., No. 2. Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co. BOSTON - AND NEW YORK CENTRAL RAILROAD COMPANY. 1854— (April 29). Ch. 447 ; 10 S. L. 253, § 1. Corporate union of the Norfolk County R. R. Co., Midland R. R. Co., and Southbridge and Blackstone R. R. Co. under the name of the Boston and New York Central R. R. Co., by agree- ment of Dec. 12, 1853, in accordance with 1852, ch. 158 ; 9 S. L. 498, confirmed, reserving rights of creditors. [Boston and Providence R. R. Cor. v. Midland R. R. Co., 1 Gray R. 340.] [For location and capital stock see above-named companies. 1855, ch. 341 ; 10 S. L. 406. 1855, ch. 433 ; 10 S. L. 455. $2,000,000 of preferred stock authorized.] § 2. Time for construction of Midland R. R. extended one year. § 3. Time for construction of Southbridge and Blackstone R. R. extended one year. [1855, ch. 115 ; 10 S. L. 319. Extended one year. 1856, ch. 33 ; 10 S. L. 500. Extended to May 1, 1857. 1857, ch. 32 ; 10 S. L. 646. Extended one year. 1858, ch. 13 ; 10 S. L. 782. Extended to May 1, 1859. For further extensions of time, see Midland R. R. Co., No. 2.] 108 Boston and New York Central Railroad Company. § 4. Extends time for claims for land damages one year. [Further extensions of time. 1856, ch. 33 ; 10 S. L. 500. 1857, ch. 32; 10 S. L. 646. 1858, ch. 13 ; 10 S. L. 782. For further extensions of time, see Midland R. R. Co., No. 2.] 1854— (April 20). Ch. 340 ; 10 S. L. 191, § 6. The East Walpole Branch R. R. Co. may enter on, between East Walpole and Walpole Centre. § 8. The E. W. B. R. R. Co. may lease its road to. 1855— (March 28). Ch. 105 ; 10 S. L. 314, § 6. The Charles River R. R. Co. required to construct its railroad under the B. & N. Y. C. R. R. Co. (March 31). Ch. 115; 10 S. L. 319. Time for construction of Southbridge and Blackstone R. R. by the B. & N. Y. C. R. R. Co. extended one year. (May 3). Ch. 286 ; 10 S. L. 379. Claimants of land damages against, may agree not to avail themselves of certain rem- edies prior to May 1, 1856, without prejudice thereafter. [1856, ch. 26; 10 S. L. 498, extends time for such agreements to May 1, 1859.] (May 15). Ch. 341 ; 10 S. L. 406, § 1. May issue new stock to the amount of $2,000,000, and the existing debt of the company may be converted into the same. § 2. Said stock to be preferred stock with six per cent, divi- dends. § 3. Rights of shareholders in first and second class of pre- ferred stock. § 4. Dividends on unpreferred stock. § 5. Division of surplus earnings after dividends as above. § 6. Act to take effect upon acceptance. [Act amended by 1855, ch. 433 ; 10 S. L. 455.] (May 21). Ch. 433 ; 10 S. L. 455, § 1. $900,000 of the $2,000,000 preferred stock authorized by 1855, ch. 341 ; 10 S. L. 406, may be seven per cent, stock, taking prec- edence of the rest in dividends. § 2. Said seven per cent, preferred stock may be paid for, two- thirds in mortgage bonds of the company and the other third in money. § 3. Act to take effect on acceptance. Boston and New York Central Railroad Company. 109 1856— (Feb. 26). Ch. 26 ; 10 S. L. 498. Claimants of land dam- ages may agree not to avail themselves of legal and equitable remedies prior to May 1, 1859, without preju- dice thereafter. [1855, ch. 286 ; 10 S. L. 379.] (Feb. 29). Ch. 33 ; 10 S. L. 500. Time for construction of the Southbridge and Blackstone R. R. by the B. & N. Y. C. R. R. Co. extended to May 1, 1857, with exten- sion of time for claims for land damages for one year. (March 29). Ch. 78 ; 10 S. L. 513, § 1. The county com- missioners of Norfolk County may construct a bridge over the railroad in Dorchester, (Ward 16, Boston) at the crossing of Forest Hill avenue, at the expense of the corporation. § 2. Mode of compelling payment of the expense. § 3. Commissioners not authorized to build until the corpora- tion, by its directors, has assented to the act and given bond to pay the expense. § 4. The act not to exclude otheT^semedies or affect the existing liability of the corporation. (June 6). Ch. 293; 10 S. L. 599. Lines of the harbor of Boston at the railroad bridge of. 1857— (March 28). Ch. 32 ; 10 S. L. 646, § 1. • Extends time for the construction of the eastern and middle sections of the Southbridge and Blackstone R. R. by the B. & N. Y. C. R. R. Co. one year. § 2. Extends time for claims for land damages one year after the entire road is completed and opened for use. 1858— (Feb. 13). Ch. 13 ; 10 S. L. 782. Extends time for the con- struction of the Southbridge and Blackstone R. R. by the B. & N. Y. C. R. R. Co. to May 1, 1859, with extension of time for claims for land damages one year. (March 19). Ch. 60 ; 10 S. L. 796. The act §§ 1-20 authorizes the Midland Railroad Company to purchase the Boston and New York Central R. R. and property, paying there- for in stock, and provides for insolvent proceedings if the act is not accented. [For abstract of the provisions of this act see Midland Railroad Company No. 2, post.~] 110 Midland Railroad Company, UTo, 2. 1861— (April 3). Ch. 137; 11 S. L. 194, § 5. Bridge of the Old Colony and Fall River R. R. Co., over, at South Boston. 1863— (March 28). Ch. 116 ; 11 S. L. 385, § 3. The Southern Mid- land R. R. Co. (Midland Land Damage Co.) may pur- chase the railroad of the Boston and New York Central R. R. Co., if sold under its mortgage. 1866— (April 12). Ch. 142 ; 12 S. L. 60, § 2. Exchange of mort- gage bonds of, for bonds of Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co., secured by mortgage to Berdell and others authorized. See Norfolk County R. R. Co. Midland R. R. Co., Nos. 1 and 2. Midland Land Damage Co. Southern Midland R. R. Co. Souihbridge and Blackstone R. R. Co. Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co. MIDLAND RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 2* 1858— (March 19). Ch. 60 ; 10 S. L. 796. Original charter. Preamble recites insolvency of the Boston and New York Cen- tral R. R. Co. and the proposed sale of its railroad and property to some authorized company. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. May purchase the railroad and property of the Boston and New York Central R. R. Co. and take assignment of claims against it. § 3. To organize in thirty daj T s, and upon organization and no- tice of acceptance of the act the railroad and property of the B. & N. Y. C. R. R. Co. to vest in it. § 4. To pay for said railroad and property by the issue of stock to the unsecured creditors of the B. & N. Y. C. R. R. N. Co., and of 6,000 shares to its stockholders. § 5. May issue preferred stock to the secured creditors of B. & N. Y. C. R. R. Co. § 6. Right of preferred and unpreferred stockholders to divi- dends. § 7. Arbitration in case of disagreement with creditors or share- holders of B. & N. Y. C. R. R. Co. * A distinct corporation from that created by 1850, ch. 268 ; 9 S. L. 240. Midland Railroad Company, JVo. 2. Ill § 8. Persons holding in a fiduciary capacity stock or debts of the B. & N. Y. C. K. R. Co. authorized to accept in lieu thereof the stock of the Midland R. R. Co. § 9. May issue $1,000,000 of bonds, and mortgage the railroad and property to secure the same, with various provisions as to the mortgage, sinking fund, possession by bond- holders, &c. § 10. Bonds, how to be appropriated. § 11. May issue, instead of said mortgage bonds, $1,000,000 pre- ferred stock to be entitled to annual dividend of $7 per share, and purchase mortgage bonds of the Norfolk County R. R. Co. and claims for land damages. § 12. May issue additional preferred stock of the class set forth in § 5 to holders of stock under § 4 who surrender un- preferred stock and purchase its mortgage bonds. § 13. May contract with the trustees under the mortgage of the Norfolk County R. R. to lease or run over said railroad until the exchange or purchase of the bonds of the N. C. R. R. Co. § 14. Claimants for land damages may agree for a time named in the agreement not to enforce legal and equitable rem- edies. § 15. Subsisting liens upon the railroad and property of the Bos- ton and New York Central R. R. Co. not to be affected by this act, with provisions as to claims and bonds against it held by the Midland R. R. Co. § 16. Ma} r assign to trustees under a mortgage (if made by it) debts, bonds, contracts, leases and claims for land dam- ages held by it, but can make such assignment only to said trustees. § 17. Meeting of corporation after issue of 4,000 shares of the capital etock. § 18. Proceedings in insolvency against the Boston and New York Central R. R. Co. provided for, if the act is not accepted, — not, however, to affect mortgage bonds, liens, and claims for land damage. § 19. Jurisdiction of the supreme judicial court to enforce sum- marily the act. 1859— (Feb. 5). Ch. 23; 10 S. L. 848. Time for construction of Southbridge and Biaokstone R. R. by the M. R. R. Co. extended to May 1, I860, with an additional year for claims for land damages. 112 Midland Railroad Company, JVb. 2. I860— (Feb. 24). Ch. 44 ; 11 S. L. 31. Time for construction of the Southbridge and Blackstone R. R. b} r the M. R. R. Co. extended to May 1, 1861, with an additional 3-ear for claims for land damages. (April 4). Ch. 205 ; 11 S. L. 110, § 1. The city of Boston may remove the bridge of, over Fore Point channel with a proviso. [1850, ch. 268 ; 9 S. L. 240. 1873, ch. 289 ; Acts and Res. p. .] § 2. The city may erect buoys near said bridge. § 3. Materials of bridge, if removed by the city, to belong to it. § 4. The city may take the bridge for a highway on certain terms. 1861— (Feb. 15). Ch. 44 ; 11 S. L. 140. Time for construction of the Southbridge and Blackstone R. R. by the M. R. R. Co. extended to May 1, 1862, with an additional year for claims for land damages. (Feb. 15). Ch..51, § 1 ; 11 S. L. 146. The Dorchester and Milton Branch R. R. Co. may extend to the M. R. R. in Dorchester, and connect its track with and use, and con- vey or lease its road, property and franchise to. (April 9). Ch. 155 ; 11 S. L. 207, § 1. Incorporates owners of valid claims for land damages against, as the Midland Land Damage Co. § 2. Transfer of railroad and property of the M. R. R. Co. to the Midland Land Damage Co. provided for. § 5. Right of redemption from said Midland Land Damage Co. § 6. Failure to redeem to effect repeal of act of incorporation of 1858, ch. 60; 10 S. L. 796. § 7. Power to transfer to said Midland Land Damage Co. all property as debts, bonds, railroad, lands, rolling stock, franchise, etc., with a proviso. § 10. Claims against, for land damage held by parties in a fiduciary capacity may be transferred to the Midland Land Damage Co. in exchange for its stock. § 11. Failure to accept the act, pay land damages and put its road from Boston to Thompson in Connecticut in running order for eighteen months to effect repeal of act of incor- poration of 1858, ch. 60 ; 10 S. L. 796. § 12. If act is accepted, the failure of the Midland Land Dam- age Co. to put the railroad in running order as above to effect repeal of this act. Midland Land Damage Company. 113 1862— (April 21). Ch. 126 ; 11 S. L. 294. Time for construction of Southbridge and Blackstone R. R. by the Midland R. R. Co. extended two years, with an additional year after completion and opening for use for claims for land dam- ages. (April 25). Ch. 136; 11 S. L. 296, § 2. The Wrentham Branch R. R. Co. may enter on. § 5. The Wrentham Branch R. R. Co. may sell franchise to, and the purchasing corporation may increase capital stock by $55,000. [1848, ch. 275, § 5 ; 8 S. L. 982. 1853, ch. 88, § 5 ; 9 S. L. 619.] (April 26). Ch. 154 ; 11 S. L. 303, §§ 5, 6. The Foxborough Branch R. R. Co. may enter on and connect with, and lease its road to. See Midland Land Damage Co. Southern Midland R. R. Co. EAST THOMPSON" RAILROAD COMPANY. (A CONNECTICUT CORPORATION.) 1858— (March 19). Ch. 60 ; 10 S. L. 796. § 4 Reference to a lease of, in the charter of the Midland Railroad Company, No. 2. See Midland R. R. Co. No. 2. MIDLAND LAND DAMAGE COMPANY.* 1861— (April 9). Ch. 155 ; 11 S. L. 207. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers to the owners of valid claims for land damages against the Midland R. R. Co. § 2. Conditions of organization, and right to take possession of the railroad and property of the Midland R. R. Co., sub- ject to liens, mortgages and claims for land damages. § 3. Powers and duties of the corporation as to liens, mort- gages, operating railroad and receiving profits, with right of redemption in the Midland R. R. Co. * Name changed to Southern Midland R. R. Co. by 1863, ch. 116; 11 S. L. 385. 15 114 Southern Midland Railroad Company. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $1,500,000 to be issued to claimants of land damages. § 5. Right of redemption of Midland R. R. Co. § 6. Failure to redeem to effect repeal of act of incorporation of Midland R. R. Co. ; 1858, ch. 60 ; 10 S. L. 796. § 7. Power of Midland R. R. Co. to transfer to this company all property as debts, bonds, railroad, lands, rolling stock, franchise, etc., •with a proviso. § 8. The corporation to succeed to the rights of subscribing land-owners. § 9. The act not to affect mortgages, liens or claims to land damages. § 10. Claims against Midland R. R. Co. for land damages held by parties acting in a fiduciary capacity may be trans- ferred to this corporation in exchange for its stock. § 11. Failure of Midland R. R. Co. to accept the act, pay land damages and put its road in running order from Boston to Thompson in Connecticut in eighteen months to effect repeal of its act of incorporation of 1858, ch. 60 ; 10 S. L. 796. § 12. If the Midland R. R. Co. accepts this act, the failure of the Midland Land Damage Co. to put the railroad in run- ning order as above to effect the repeal of this act. [1863, ch. 116, § 2 ; 11 S. L. 385, extends time for completion to May 1, 1865.] 1863— (March 28). Ch. 116; 11 S. L. 385. Name changed to Southern Midland Railroad Company. See Southern Midland B. B. Co. Boston, Hartford and Erie B. B. Co. SOUTHERN MIDLAND RAILROAD COMPANY. 1863— (March 28). Ch. 116 ; 11 S. L. 385, § 1. Name of Midland Land Damage Co. changed to Southern Midland R. R. Co. § 2. Time for the completion of railroad extended to May 1, 1865. § 3. May purchase the railroad in case of a sale under the mort- gage of the Norfolk County R. R. or of the Boston and N. Y. Central R. R. Charles River Branch Railroad Company. 115 § 4. May, upon completion of railroad and opening for use from Boston to Southbridge, issue to stockholders $4,000,000 stock, with approval of commissioners appointed by the governor, and certainconditions to be first complied with. 1865— (May 16). Ch. 275; 11 S. L. 725. The Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co. may mortgage the railroad and prop- erty purchased of the S. M. R. R. Co. 1868— (April 29). Ch. 145 ; 12 S. L. 460. The Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co. vested with the property and fran- chises of, and made subject to the duties and liabilities of, not, however, to impair liens, mortgages, etc. See Midland R. R. Co., No. £. Midland Land Damage Co. Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co. CHARLES RIVER BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1849— (May 1). Ch. 170 ; 9 S. L. 69. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Boston and Worcester R. R. in Newton or from the western terminus of the Brookline branch thereof to Dover, with liberty to enter on and use said railroads. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $300,000 ; maj 7 hold real and personal estate ; shall not injure the Boston aqueduct in Newton or Brookline. § 4. Location to be within two years, and construction within three years. [1851, ch. 80 ; 9 S. L. 290; time for location extended to May 1, 1852; and for construction to May 1, 1855. 1856, ch. 238, § 2 ; 10 S. L. 577 ; time for location and construction extended one year.] § 5. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. Shares in the capital stock to be for the same amount ac- tually paid in. 1851— (April 30). Ch. 80 ; 9 S. L. 290. Time for location extended to May 1, 1852, and for construction to May 1, 1855, with conditions precedent to the commencement of con- struction. 116 Charles River Railroad ComjjKiny. 1851— (May 24). Ch. 297 ; 9 S. L. 397, §§ 2, 5. The Charles River R. R. Co. may enter on and unite with. § 6. May form corporate union with the Charles River R. R. Co., with a provision as to the capital stock and the rights and privileges of the new corporation. 1852— (April 20). Ch. 106 ; 9 S. L. 474, § 1. Junction of, with the Charles River R. R. referred to. 1856— (May 31). Ch. 238 ; 10 S. L. 577, § 1. Acts concerning, con- firmed to the New York and Boston R. R. Co. § 2. Time for location and construction extended one year. See Charles River R. R. Co. New York and Boston R. R. Co. CHARLES RIVER RAILROAD COMPANY. 1851— (May 24). Ch. 297 ; 9 S. L. 397. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Charles River Branch R. R. in Dover to Bellingham. [1855, ch. 105 ; 10 S. L. 314. Change of location from Medway to Rhode Is- land. 1855, ch. 105; 10 S. L. 314; 1856, ch. 238; 10 S. L. 577. Corporate union with Boston and New York R. R. Co. 1855, ch. 269; 10 S. L. 371. Corporate union with Milford and Woonsocket R. R. Co., or lease of. 1855, ch. 400 ; 10 S. L. 434. Extension from Newton through Brighton, Cam- bridge and Somerville, entering Boston by the Fitchburg, Boston and Lowell, or Eastern R. R.] § 3. Capital stock to be $300,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. [1855, ch. 105, § 3 ; 10 S. L. 314. 1855, ch. 218; 10 S. L. 351. 1855, ch. 400, § 11 ; 10 S. L. 434. 1856, ch. 238 ; 10 S. L. 577. 1862, ch. 128; 11 S. L. 295.] § 5. May enter on and unite with the Charles River Branch R. R. on certain terms, and the Boston and "Worcester R. R. and its Brookline branch. § 6. May form a corporate union with the Charles River Branch R. R. Co., with a provision as to the capital stock, and the rights and privileges of the new corporation. Charles River Railroad Company. 117 § 7. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 8. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 9. Conditions precedent to the commencement of construction. [Amended by 1852, ch. 106 ; 9 S. L. 474.] §§ 10, 11. Relate to the construction and capital stock of the Medway Branch R. R. 1852— (April 20). Ch. 106; 9 S. L. 474, § 1. May construct the road in sections of not less than three miles each from Charles River Branch R. R. to some point in Bellingham not within one mile of the Norfolk County R. R. § 2. Conditions precedent to the commencement of construc- tion. 1854— (April 15). Ch. 316 ; 10 S. L. 174, § 2. The West Dedham Branch R. R. Cor. may enter on. 1855— (March 28). Ch. 105 ; 10 S. L. 314, § 1. May change loca- tion by diverging from the located line in Medway, and running to the line of Rhode Island to unite with the New York and Boston R. R., and may discontinue the located line south of the divergence. § 2. Shall pay damages for location caused prior to discontinu- ance. § 3. Location of new line to be within one year, and construc- tion within two years. § 4. To have same duties and powers as to new location. § 5. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 6. To construct the railroad under the Boston and N. Y. Cen- tral R. R. § 7. May form corporate union with the New York and Boston R. R. Co., a corporation of Rhode Island and Con- necticut, in manner prescribed, with provisions as to powers and liabilities after the union. [1856, ch. 238 ; 10 S. L. 577, confirms union ; Piatt v. N. Y. and Boston R. R. Co., 26 Connecticut R. 514.] § 8. After union, one or more directors or other officers to be inhabitants of this state for process and jurisdiction. § 9. Separate accounts as to the part of the road in each state to be adjusted by commissioners, and an annual report to be approved by them. [1855, ch. 218 ; 10 Su L. 351, gives this act effect from April 21, 1855.] 118 Charles River Railroad Company. 1855— (April 21). Ch. 218; 10 S. L. 351, § 1. Extends time for construction to May 1, 1857. § 2. Gives this act and that of 1855, ch. 105 ; 10 S. L. 314, effect from April 21, 1855. (May 2). Ch. 269 ; 10 S. L. 371, §§ 2, 6. The Milford and TVoonsocket R. R. Co. may enter on near Bellingham centre, and lease its road to or form corporate union with. (May 19), Ch. 400 ; 10 S. L. 434, § 1. May extend its road diverging in Newton from its chartered and constructed line, and running through Brighton, Cambridge and Somerville to the Fitchburg R. R., Boston and Lowell R. R. and Eastern R. R., entering Boston on one of the roads by consent, or between them, with right to take land not held by other companies, and with right in the Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. to change bridges and tracks to make room. [1866, ch. 278, § 5 ; 12 S. L. 143.] § 2. Crossing of the Boston and Worcester R. R. by a bridge, with a provision as to its construction and maintenance. § 3. Bridges across Charles River. § 4. Crossing of highways. § 5. Crossing of streets in Cambridge. § 6. Depots in Brighton, Cambridge and Somerville. § 7. Crossing Of railroads. § 8. May take and use the new bridge across Charles River erected by the Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. § 9. Subject to same liabilities and to have same powers in re- spect to the new line as under general laws and other acts. § 10. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 11. The location of such new line to be within one year, and construction within three years. [Time extended two years by 1862, ch. 128 ; U.S. L. 295.] 1856— (May 31). Ch. 238 ; 10 S. L. 577, § 1. The corporate union with the New York and Boston R. R. Co. under 1855, ch. 105, § 7 ; 10 S. L. 314, confirmed, and acts concerning the Charles River Branch and the Charles River R. R. applied to the united company. [Piatt v. New York and Boston R. R. Co., 26 Connecticut R. 514.] New York and Boston Railroad Company. 119 § 2. Time for location and construction of the roads extended one year. 1862— (April 21). Ch. 128; 11 S. L. 295, § 1. Time for location and construction of the road described by 1855, ch. 400, § 1 ; 10 S. L. 434, extended two years. § 2. Claims for land damages allowable one year after the entire railroad is completed and open for use. See New York and Boston R. R. Co. NEW YOBK AND BOSTON RAILROAD COMPANY. (a CORPORATION OF RHODE ISLAND AND CONNECTICUT.) 1855— (March 28). Ch. 105 ; 10 S. L. 314, §§ 1, 7. The Charles River R. R. Co., or other company having the right to unite with it, authorized to make corporate union with. [Piatt v. New York and Boston R. R. Co., 26 Connec- ticut R. 514.] §§ 8, 9. As to the residence of officers, and separate accounts for the united corporation as to the part of the road in each state. (May 2). Ch. 269 ; 10 S. L. 371, § 6. The Milford and Woonsocket R. R. Co. may lease its railroad to, or form corporate union with. 1856— (May 31). Ch. 238; 10 S. L. 577, § 1. The union of the several companies forming the New York and Boston R. R. Co., under 1855, ch. 105 ; 10 S. L. 314, confirmed, and act concerning Charles River Branch and Charles River R. R. companies confirmed to the united New York and Boston R. R. Co. § 2. Time for location and construction of the roads extended one year. [1857, ch. 39 ; 10 S. L. 648. Time extended one year. 1858, ch. 20 ; 10 S. L. 785. " " two years. 1859, ch. 48 ; 10 S. L. 858. Extended two years. 1862, ch. 128; 11 S. L. 295. Extended as to an extension of Charles River R. R., authorized by 1855, ch. 400, § 1 ; 9 S. L. 434, two years. 1863, ch. 32 ; 11 S. L. 344. Extended two years.] 1857— (March 31). Ch. 39 ; 10 S. L. 648, § 1. Time for location and construction extended one year. 120 New York and Boston Railroad Company. § 2. Time for applications for land damages extended one year after the entire road is completed and opened for use. [1862, ch. 128, § 2 ; 11 S. L. 295.] 1858— (Feb. 13). Ch. 20 ; 10 S. L. 785. Time for location and con- struction extended two years. 1859— (Feb. 18). Ch. 48 ; 10 S. L. 858. Time for location and con- struction extended two years. (Feb. 26). Ch. 63 ; 10 S. L. 861, § 2. The Milford and Woon- socket R. R. Co. may take lease of the road of. 1862— (April 21). Ch. 128 ; 11 S. L. 295, § 1. Time for location and construction of the part of the Charles River R. R., authorized by 1855, ch. 400, § 1 ; 9 S. L. 434, extended two years. § 2. Time for applications for land damages extended one year after the road is completed and opened for use. 1863— (Feb. 21). Ch. 32 ; 11 S. L. 344. Time for location and con- struction extended two years. 1865— (May 16). Ch. 275; 11 S. L. 725. The Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co. may mortgage its railroad and fran- chise purchased of the N. Y. & B. R. R. Co. and the Southern Midland R. R. Co. to secure the bonds issued under authority of its charter granted by the legislature of the state of Connecticut in 1863, the holders of the bonds or mortgage notes of the N. Y. & B. R. R. Co. to be entitled to exchange the same within two years for bonds secured by the mortgage hereby authorized ; the act not to affect claims for land damages. 1866— (April 12). Ch. 142 ; 12 S. L. 60, § 2. Right secured to the holders of the mortgage bonds of, to exchange the same for the bonds of Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co., se- cured by the mortgage to R. H. Berdell and others. See Boston, Hartford and Erie B. R. Co. Boston, Hartford and Erie Railroad Company, 121 BOSTON, HARTFORD AND ERIE RAILROAD COMPANY.* I [For location and capital stock see companies referred to, post. Location changed, enlarged and extended. 1866, ch. 266 ; 12 S. L. 139. In Blackstone. 1866, ch. 278, §§ 5, 6; 12 S. L. 143. From Newton or Brighton to Somerville.] [Capital stock. 1868, ch. 145 ; § 2 ; 12 S. L. 260, not to exceed #25,000,000.] 1864— (May 14). Ch. 310; 11 S. L. 601, § 3. Harbor lines of Boston in South Bay on the railroad of. 5. Mode of building outside of the harbor lines and on South Boston flats. 1865— (Feb. 27). Ch. 52 ; 11 S. L. 627, §§ 2, 3. The Canton and Hyde Park R. R. Co. may enter on. (April 27). Ch. 171 ; 11 S. L. 682. Time for location and construction extended to May 1, 1868. (May 16). Ch. 275 ; 11 S. L. 725. May mortgage its railroad, property and franchise to secure bonds issued under authority of its charter granted by the legislature of Connecticut in 1863, or any part thereof purchased or acquired by contract with the Southern Midland R. R. Co. or the New York and Boston R. R. Co. and situate in this state, with provisions as to recording thereof, existing claims, remedies, liens for land damages and rights of holders of bonds of the New York and Boston R. R. Co. to an exchange if the mortgage includes its franchise and property. 1866— (April 12). Ch. 142 ; 12 S. L. 60, § 1. Confirms mortgage of railroad and property made March 19, 1866, to R. H. Berdell and others. § 2. Right of holders of bonds of the Boston and New York Central R. R. Co. under mortgage of March 7, 1854, and of the New York and Boston R. R. Co. under mort- gage of Dec. 30, 1862, and of the Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co. under mortgage of Feb. 2, 1864, to ex- change them for bonds secured by the Berdell mortgage upon terms prescribed. * A corporation created hy the state of Connecticut and declared to be one in this state by 1868, ch. 145 ; 12 S. L. 460. 16 122 Boston, Hartford and Erie Railroad Company. § 3. Record of mortgage where to be made, and when so made to be sufficient to convey personal estate. 1866— (May 26). Ch. 266 ; 12 S. L. 139. May construct a railroad in Blackstone 335 feet from the east end of its bridge over the Blackstone river to the state line between Massachu- setts and Rhode Island. (May 28). Ch. 278; 12 S. L. 143, § 5. May construct a railroad from its line in Newton or Brighton to its line in Somerville, with terms prescribed and payment of damages. [1855, ch. 400 ; 10 S. L. 434.} § 6. Location of such road to be within two years and con- struction within four years. 1867— (March 16). Ch. 75 ; 12 S. L. 201, §§ 3, 5. The Roxbury Branch R. R. Co. may enter on, and lease or sell its road and property to. (March 18). Ch. 83 ; 12 S. L. 206, §§ 3, 4. The Mansfield and Framingham R. R. Co. may enter on and cross both branches of the B. H. & E. R. R. Co. with the correspond- ing right in the latter corporation. (April 10). Ch. 133 ; 12 S. L. 237, §§ 3, 5. The Grand Hotel Branch R. R. Co. may enter on, and sell or lease its road and property to. (April 25). Ch. 170 ; 12 S. L. 252, § 14. May subscribe to the stock of the Marginal Freight R. Co., not exceeding five per cent, of capital stock. (May 27). Ch. 284 ; 12 S. L. 317. State loan to said company of $3,000,000, with various provisions for securing the same. [1869, ch. 408, § 5 ; Acts and Res. 699. The railroad commissioners to be the commissioners provided for by 1867, ch. 284, § 6 ; 12 S. L. 317. 1868, ch. 145, § 3 ; 12 S. L. 460. Power given to commissioners to examine nnder oath. 1869, ch. 450 ; 12 S. L. 840. Additional state loan, making with the preceding one included, §5,000,000.] (June 1). Ch. 319 ; 12 S. L. 337. The Milford and Woon- socket R. R. Co. may lease its railroad to, or unite with. Boston, Hartford and Erie Railroad Company. 123 1868— (Feb. 25). Ch. 35 ; 12 S. L. 398, §§ 2, 6, 8. The East Walpole Branch R. R. Co. may enter on, and may make a con- tract with the B. H. & E» R. R. Co. for sale, lease or use. (April 29). Ch. 145 ; 12 S. L. 460, § 1. Declared a corpora- tion in this state ; acts of union with railroad companies in Rhode Island, Connecticut and New York ratified and confirmed ; the corporation vested with the franchises and property of the Southern Midland Co. created by 1863, ch. 116 ; 11 S. L. 385, and made subject to its duties and liabilities ; liens not to be affected. § 2. Capital stock not to exceed $25,000,000. § 3. Power of commissioners appointed under 1867, ch. 284 ; 12 S. L. 317, to examine under oath. § 4. Act to take effect upon acceptance. (May 1). Ch. 175 ; 12 S. L. 471, § 2. The South Boston Freight R. Co. may connect with. 1869— (June 12). Ch. 406 ; 12 S. L. 823, § 1. Confirms the lease of the Norwich and "Worcester R. R. Co. of Feb. 9, 1869, to. § 2. To fulfil contracts under the lease, and third parties to have the same rights and remedies against. § 3. To furnish accommodations and facilities as heretofore by the N. & W. R. R. Co. § 4. Rights of the Commonwealth against the N. & W. R. R. Co. or of injured travellers upon the road not affected. (June 15). Ch. 408 ; Acts and Res. 699, § 5. The railroad commissioners to act as the commissioners under 1867, ch. 284, § 6 ; 12 S. L. 317. (June 22). Ch. 447; 12 S. L. 838, § 1. The water pipes of the city of Boston may cross. (June 22). Ch. 450; 12 S. L. 840. State loan to said company of (including amount already authorized) $5,000,000 authorized, with various provisions for secur- ing the same. [1867, ch. 284 ; 12 S. L. 317.] (June 23). Ch. 456 ; 12 S. L. 843. May issue bonds to the amount of $1,200,000 to pay for land and flats purchased of the Boston Wharf Co., and mortgage the premises purchased. 124 Boston, Hartford and Erie Railroad Company. 1869— (June 23). Ch. 461 ; 12 S. L. 850, § 1. The Boston and Albany R. R. Co. may cross at Boston to reach tide- water. § 4. The B. & A. R. R. Co. not to take land or flats of B. H. & E. R. R. Co. except, etc. § 5. The B. & A. R. R. Co. may purchase the road of the B. H. & E. R. R. Co. between its Brookline branch and Woon- socket. 1870— (June 22). Ch. 397; 12 S. L. 1059, § 2. The Shawmut R. R. Co. may enter on, in Dorchester (Ward 16, Boston), with a corresponding right in the B. H. & E. R. R. Co. (June 23). Ch. 405 ; 12 S. L. 1063, §§ 2, 3, 7. The South- bridge and Palmer R. R. Co. may enter on, in South- bridge, and sell or lease its railroad and franchise to. 1871— (March 25). Ch. 141 ; Acts and Res. 520, §§ 2, 3. The Sher- born and South Natick R. R. Co. may enter on, with a corresponding right in the B. H. & E. R. R. Co. (May 25). Ch. 343, § 20. Acts and Res. 673. To have same rights in new location and station accommodations in "Worcester as before in those of the Norwich and Wor- cester R. R. Co. (May 26). Ch. 372 ; Acts and Res. 724, § 1. The treasurer of the Commonwealth, under the direction of the gover- nor and council, directed to foreclose the mortgage (on flats in Boston) of the B. H. & E. R. R. Co., dated July 21, 1869, and sell the premises, and authorized to purchase for the Commonwealth. § 2. The harbor commissioners, with the approval of the gover- nor and council, may waive the Commonwealth's right to notice, under an agreement with the Boston Wharf Co. and others, dated July 21, 1869. (Feb. 7). Resolve, ch. 4 ; Acts and Res. 769. The governor may enforce the rights of the Commonwealth in the bonds of, secured by the mortgage to R. H. Berdell and others, and employ agents. (March 11). Resolve, ch. 12 ; Acts and Res. 771. Compensa- tion of J. M. W. Yerrinton for report of evidence con- cerning. Boston, Hartford and Erie Railroad Company. 125 1871 — (March 11). Kesolve, ch. 13; Acts and Res. 772. Com- pensation of E. S. Philbrick for services as engineer in relation to. (May 26). Resolve, ch. 80; Acts and Res. 788. The gov- ernor and council authorized to obtain the absolute ownership of the bonds of the B. H. & E. R. R. Co. held by the Commonwealth as collateral security and sell them, and represent the Commonwealth at a meeting of the bondholders on a foreclosure, and take other necessary action. (May 26). Resolve, ch. 86 ; Acts and Res. 790. Concerning residue of proceeds of the scrip of the Commonwealth issued in aid of the B. H. & E. R. R. Co., and in the hamds of Baring Brothers & Co. (May 26). Resolve ch. 90 ; Acts and Res. 792. The governor and council authorized to cooperate with the bond- holders under the Berdell mortgage to enable the trus- tees to obtain possession, and to advance $72,000 to the trustees upon certain conditions. 1872— (March 27). Ch. 144, § 2 ; Acts and Res. 111. The Milford and Woonsocket R. R. Co. may, as extended, enter on and use the B. H. & E. R. R., with a corresponding right in the latter corporation. 1873— (May 15). Ch. 289 ; Acts and Res. p. . Confirms the pro- ceedings of the holders of the bonds secured by the mortgage of March 19, 1866, from the B. H. & E. R. R. Co. to Robert H. Berdell and others, in forming a cor- poration under the name of the New York and New England R. R. Co., declaring it a body corporate, vested with the powers and subject to the duties of the B. H. & E. R. R. Co., with other provisions concerning said N. Y. & N. E. R. R. Co. See Walpole R. R. Co. Norfolk County R. R. Co. Midland R. R. Co. Nos. 1 & 2. Southbridge and Blackstone R. R. Co. Boston and New York Central R. R. Co. Midland Land Damage Co. 126 New York and Neiv England Railroad Company. Southern Midland R. R. Co. Charles River Branch R. R. Co. Charles River R. R. Co. New York and Boston R. R. Co. New York and New England R. R. Co. References for a history of the legislation of this Commonwealth and of other states, and for the various proceedings under which the Boston, Hartford & Erie R. R. Co., and the corporations merged in it, were created : — Boston and Providence R. R. Cor. v. Midland R. R. Co., 1 Gray R. 340 ; Shaw v. Norfolk County R. R. Co., 5 Gray R. 162, 16 id. 407 ; Ellis v. Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co., 107 Mass. R. 1. Piatt v. New York and Boston R. R. Co., 26 Conn. R, 514. Report of Commissioners of July 31, 1868, Senate Doc. 1869, No. 7. Hearing in relation to state aid, Senate Doc. 1870, No. 133. A volume containing the legislation of Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island and New York, relating to the Boston, Hartford and Erie Railroad Company, was compiled for the trustees under the mortgage to R. H. Berdell and others, and printed by Rand, Avery & Co., Boston, May 1, 1872. NEW YORK AND NEW ENGLAND RAILROAD COMPANY. A corporation formed at Boston on April 17, 1873, by the holders of bonds of the Boston, Hartford and Erie Railroad Company, secured by a mortgage of its railroad and property to Robert H. Berdell and others, trustees, bearing date March 19, 1866, under the powers conferred by said mortgage, which had been confirmed by 1866, ch. 142; 12 S. L. 60, and by similar legislation of the states of Rhode Island, Connecticut and New York. 1873— (May 15). Ch. 289 ; Acts and Res. p. , § 1. Confirms the proceedings of the holders of the bonds secured by the mortgage of March 19, 1866, from the Boston, Hartford & Erie R. R. Co. to Robert H. Berdell and others, in forming a corporation under the name of the New York and New England R. R. Co., declaring it a bod}* corpo- rate vested with the powers and subject to the duties of the said B. H. & E. R. R. Co. Medway Branch Railroad Company. 127 2. Capital stock to be $20,000,000, the shares to be issued to the holders of the bonds as provided in the mortgage, and each share to entitle to one vote. § 3. The corporation may, upon the trustees being paid and indemnified for their services and liabilities, take a con- veyance from them of the railroad and property held under the mortgage, and thereupon shall succeed to the powers and franchises of the B. H. & E. R. R. Co. § 4. May, for certain purposes, mortgage the railroad and property in a sum not exceeding $10,000,000, and issue bonds secured thereby of a certain description. § 5. May, for terminal facilities, within one year, take or pur- chase certain lands and flats in Boston, and in that part of Boston called South Boston, with provisions as to the approaches to said lands, the draw in Fort Point chan- nel, the crossing of or interfering with streets, the lands and flats of the Commonwealth, and the land of the Boston and Albany R. R. Co. [1850, ch. 268, §§ 2, 3 ; 9S.L. 240. 1853, ch.311; 9 S.L. 719. 1860, ch. 205 ; 11 S. L. 110.] § 6. Mode and proceedings for taking said lands. See Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co. EBIE BAILBOAD COMPANY. (A NEW YORK CORPORATION.) 1867— (May 27). Ch. 284 ; 12 S. L. 317, §§ 4, 6. References to, in an act to aid in the construction of the Boston, Hart- ford and Erie Railroad. See Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co. MEDWAY BBANCH BAILBOAD COMPANY. 1849— (May 1). Ch. 193 ; 9 S. L. 84. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Norfolk County R. R., in North Wrentham, to Medway village, with liberty to enter on and use the Norfolk County R. R. and the Boston and Providence R. R. [1850, ch. 256 ; 9 S. L. 235, authorizes change of location within six months.] 128 Bellingham Branch Railroad Company. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $75,000. [1851, ch. 297 ; 9 S. L. 397, fixes the amount at $50,000. 1852, ch. 117 ; 9 S. L. 476, reduces the amount to $35,000 ;] may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Location to be within six months from Jan. 1, 1849, and construction within one year from date of act. [1850, ch. 3 ; 9 S. L. 122, extends time for construction to May 1, 1851. Extended by 1851, ch. 297; 9 S. L. 397, to May 1, 1852. Extended by 1852, ch. 117 ; 9 S. L. 476, to Nov. 1, 1852.] § 5. May transfer property and franchise to the Norfolk County R. R. Co., by lease or otherwise, and the latter may increase its capital stock therefor $75,000. § 6. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 7. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 8. Shares in the capital stock to be for the same amount to be actually paid in. 1850— (Feb. 2). Ch. 3 ; 9 S. L. 122. Time for construction extended to May 1, 1851. (April 30). Ch. 256 ; 9 S. L. 235. Change of location within six months authorized, with same duties and powers. 1851— (May 24). Ch. 297 ; 9 S. L. 397, § 10. Time for construction extended to May 1, 1852. § 11. Capital stock to be $50,000 ; conditions precedent to com- mencement of construction. 1852— (April 20). Ch. 117 ; 9 S. L. 476, § 1. Time for construction extended to Nov. 1, 1852. § 2. Capital stock reduced to $35,000. BET.T.TNQHAM BRANCH RAILROAD COMPACTS'. 1852— (April 20). Ch. 130; 9 S. L. 480, § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Norfolk County R. R., in Bellingham, to line of Rhode Island, in the direction of "Woonsocket. § 3. May enter on and use the Norfolk County R. R. § 4. May connect at the state line with the "Woonsocket Union R. R. Co., and contract with it or the owners of the Norfolk County R. R. for the lease or use of the road. East Walpole Branch Railroad Company, Nos. 1 & 2. 129 § 5. Location to be within one year and construction within two 3 r ears, but the time may be extended three years longer. § 6. Capital stock to be $50,000. § 7. Shares not to be issued for less than $100, actually paid in. § 8. Conditions precedent to the commencement of construc- tion. EAST "WALPOLE BBANCH RAILROAD COMPANY", No. 1. 1854— (April 20). Ch. 340 ; 10 S. L. 191. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Boston and New York Central R. R., near the South Dedham and East Walpole station, in South Dedham, to East Walpole, near the post-office, with authority to enter on said railroad. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $25,000 ; may purchase and hold real estate. § 4. No shares to be issued under par value actually paid in. § 5. Location to be within one year and construction within three years. [1857, ch. 252 ; 10 S. L. 747 ; time extended two years.] § 6. May extend from its terminus in East Walpole to the Boston and New York Central R. R., between East Walpole and Walpole Centre, and increase therefor its stock by $35,000. § 7. Location and construction of the extension to be within three years. § 8. May lease the road to the Boston and New York Central R. R. Co. 1857— (May 29). Ch. 252; 10 S. L. 747. Time for location and construction extended two years. See East Walpole Branch R. R. Co., No. 2. EAST 'WALPOLE BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 2. 1868— (Feb. 25). Ch. 35 ; 12 S. L. 398. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R., between South Dedham and East Walpole stations, in South Dedham, to East Walpole, near the post-office, with 17 130 East Walpole Branch Railroad Company, JVb. 2. right to enter on said railroad. [1871, ch. 341 ; Acts and Res. 672 ; location from Boston and Providence R. R., in Dedham, to Mansfield and Framingham R. R., in Walpole.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000. [1871, ch. 341 ; Acts and Res. 672 ; to be from $150,000 to $300,000 for the first section, and from $100,000 to $150,000 for the second.] May hold real estate. § 4. Shares not to be issued for less than par value actually paid in. § 5. Location to be within two years and c< instruction within three years. [1870, ch. 46 ; 12 S. L. 894. Time extended to May 1, 1872. 1872, ch. 40 ; Acts and Res. 35. To be within three years.] § 6. May extend so as to unite with the B., H. & E. R. R., between East Walpole and Walpole Centre, with right to enter thereon, and for such extension increase its capital stock by $35,000. § 7. Location and construction of extension to be within three years. [1870, ch. 46; 12 S. L. 894. Time extended to May 1, 1873. 1872, ch. 40 ; Acts and Res. 35. To be within three years.] § 8. May sell or lease the road to the B., H. & E. R. R. Co. 1870— (March 4). Ch. 46; 12 S. L. 894. Time for location and construction of the road extended to May 1, 1872, and of the extension to May 1, 1873. 1871— (May 25). Ch. 341 ; Acts and Res. 672, § 1. Location from the Boston and Providence R. R., in Dedham, to the Mansfield and Framingham R. R., in Walpole. § 2. May enter on the B. & P. R. R. and the M. & F. R. R. § 3. May construct the road in two sections, with provisions as to the effect of a construction of one in terminating the right to construct the other. § 4. Capital stock for the first section not to be less than $150,000, nor more than $300,000, and for the second not less than $100,000 nor more than $150,000, inclusive of amounts in §§ 2, 6 of the act of incorporation. § 5. May lease or sell its road, or either section, and franchise to the B. & P. R. R. Co., or the M. & F. R. R. Co., and the purchasing corporation may increase its capital stock therefor to an amount equal to the cost of con- struction. West Dedham Branch Railroad Company, Nbs. 1 &2. 131 § 6. Location and construction to be within three years. [1872, ch. 40 ; Acts and Res. 35 ; time extended for three years.] 1872— (Feb. 26). Ch. 40 ; Acts and Res. 35. Revives the charter of 1868, ch. 35 ; 12 S. L. 398, and extends time for organization two years, and for location and construc- tion of said road, and the road authorized by 1871, ch. 341 ; Acts and Res. 672, for three years. See East Walpole Branch R. R. Co., No. 1. WEST DEDHAM BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 1. 1849— (May 1). Ch. 183 ; 9 S. L. 76. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from West Dedham to the branch railroad of the Boston and Providence R. R. Co. from West Roxbury to Dedham, authorized by 1848, ch. 273 ; 8 S. L. 981. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $150,000, with provisions as to assessments, issue of shares, holding real and personal estate. § 4. Location to be within one year and construction within two years. § 5. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 6. May enter on B. & P. R. R. and its said branch. § 7. Subject to use by other companies under legislative authority. See West Dedham Branch R. R. Cor., No. 2. WEST DEDHAM BRANCH RAILROAD CORPORATION, No. 2. 1854— (April 15). Ch. 316 ; 10 S. L. 174. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Charles River R. R., in Needham, to West Dedham, with right to enter on said railroad. § 3. Capitalstock not to exceed $100,000, with provision as to assessments. § 4. Location to be within two years and construction within three years. See West Dedham Branch R. R. Co., No. 1. 132 Wrentham Branch Railroad Corporation, Xos. 1,2 & 3. WRENTHAM BRANCH RAILROAD CORPORATION, No. 1. 1848— (May 9). Ch. 275 ; 8 S. L. 982. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Norfolk County R. R., in Wrentham, to central village of Wrentham, with right to enter on said N. C. R. R. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $55,000, with provisions as to assessments, and holding real estate. § 4. Location to be within two years and construction within three 3'ears. § 5. May dispose of franchise to said X. C. R. R. Co., which may, if purchasing, increase its capital stock by $55,000. See Wrentham. Branch R. R. Cor., Xos. 2 & 3. WRENTHAM BRANCH RAILROAD CORPORATION, No. 2. 1853— (March 24). Ch. 88 ; 9 S. L. 619. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Norfolk County R. R., in Wrentham, to central village of Wrentham, with right to enter on said N. C. R. R. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $35,000, with provisions as to assessments, and holding real estate. § 4. Location to be within two years and construction within three years. § 5. May dispose of franchise to said N. C. R. R. Co., which may, if purchasing, increase its capital stock by $35,000. See Wrentham Branch R. R. Cor., JVbs. 1 & 3. WRENTHAM BRANCH RAILROAD CORPORATION, No. 3. 1862— (April 25). Ch. 136 ; 11 S. L. 296. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Plainville village, in Wrentham, to Norfolk Count}- R. R., or Midland R. R., with right to enter on said N. C. R. R., or M. R. R. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $55,000, with provisions as to assessments, and holding real estate. [1864, ch. 205 ; 11 S. L. 558 ; increase of $195,000.] Milford and Woonsocket Railroad Company. 133 § 4. Location to be within two years and construction within three years. [1865, ch. 16; 11 S. L. 618. Time for construction extended to May 1, 1867. 1867, ch. 173 ; 12 S. L. 257. Time for location and construction extended to May 1, 1869. 1869, ch. 227 ; 12 S. L. 704. Time for location and construction extended to May 1, 1872.] § 5. May dispose of franchise to said N. C. R. R. Co., or M. R. R. Co., and the purchasing corporation authorized to increase its capital stock by $55,000. 1864— (May 10). Ch. 205; 11 S. L. 558. May increase capital stock by $195,000, with conditions precedent to com- mencement of construction. 1865— (Feb. 9). Ch. 16 ; 11 S. L. 618. Time for construction ex- tended to May 1, 1867. 1867— (April 25). Ch. 173 ; 12 S. L. 257. Time for location and construction extended to May 1, 1869. 1869— (May 1). Ch. 227 ; 12 S. L. 704. Time for location and con- struction extended to May 1, 1872. (June 8), Ch. 363 ; 12 S. L. 798, § 1. Town of Wren- tham may subscribe to the capital stock of, to a limited amount. § 2. Representation of the town as a stockholder at corporate • meetings. See Wrentham Branch M. B. Cor., Nos. 1 & 2. MILFORD AND WOONSOCKET RATT.ROAD COMPANY. 1855— (May 2). Ch. 269 ; .10 S. L. 371. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Milford to Charles River R. R., near Belling- ham Centre, with right to enter on said railroad and the Milford "Branch R. R. [1859, ch. 63 ; 10 S. L. 861. May take lease of New York and Boston R. R. 1867, ch. 225; 12 S. L. 277, § 3. May buy franchise of, or make corporate union with, the Hopkinton and Milford R. R. Co. 1872, ch. 144; Acts and Res. 111. Extension to Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R., in Franklin. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $50,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. 134 Milford and Wbonsocket Railroad Company. [Increase of capital stock. 1857, ch. 104 ; 10 S. L. 670. $25,000. 1859, ch. 63 ; 10 S. L. 861. $100,000 for lease of New York and Boston R. R. 1867, ch. 244 ; 12 S. L. 285. $25,000. 1872, ch. 144; Acts and Res. 111. $150,000 for extension to Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R., in Franklin.] § 4. No shares to be issued under par value actually paid in. § 5. Location to be within two years and construction within three years. [Time for location and construction extended. 1857, ch. 104; 10 S. L. 670. Two years. 1859, ch. 63; 10 S. L. 861. Three years. 1862, ch. 10 ; 11 S. L. 254. Two years. 1864, ch. 1 ; US. L. 469. Location one year and construction two years. 1865, ch. 63 ; 11 S. L. 633. Location to May 1, 1866. 1866, ch. 4;12S. L. 2. Location and construction two years.] § 6. May lease its railroad to, or form corporate union with, Charles River R. R. Co., or New York and Boston R. R. Co. § 7. Subject to use by other companies under legislative authority. 1857— (May 2). Ch. 104 ; 10 S. L. 670, § 1. Time for location and construction extended two }^ears. § 2. May increase capital stock by $25,000 ; no shares to be issued under par value actually paid in. 1859— (Feb. 26). Ch. 63; 10 S. L. 861. Time for location and construction extended three years. § 2. May take lease of the New York and Boston R. R., and increase its capital stock therefor by $100,000. 1861— (March 27). Ch. 98; 11 S. L. 174, § 1. Town of Milford may subscribe for stock to the amount of $50,000 on certain conditions. \ § 2. Said town may raise money by loan or tax therefor. [1867, ch. 244, § 2 ; 12 S. L. 285 ; representation of the town as a stockholder at corporate meetings.] 1862— (Feb. 8). Ch. 10; 11 S. L. 254. Time for location and con- struction extended two years. 1863— (April 27). Ch. 188 ; 11 S. L. 429. May cross at grade cer- tain streets in Milford and Bellingham. 1864— (Jan. 30). Ch. 1 ; US. L. 469. Time for location extended one year and for construction two years. Sherbom and South JSfatick Railroad Company. 135 1865— (March 6). Ch. 63 ; 11 S. L. 633. Time for location extended to May 1, 1866. 1866— (Feb. 3). Ch. 4 ; 12 S. L. 2. Time for location and construc- tion extended two years. 1867— (May 9). Ch. 225 ; 12 S. L. 277, § 2. Hopkinton and Mil- ford R. R. Co. may enter on, at Milford. § 3. The H. & M. R. R. Co. may connect with, sell franchise or lease its road to, or make corporate union with. (May 16). Ch. 244 ; 12 S. L. 285, § 1. May increase capital stock by $25,000. § 2. Representation of the town of Milford as a stockholder at corporate meetings. (June 1). Ch. 319 ; 12 S. L. 337. May lease its railroad to, or form corporate union with, the Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co. 1868— (Feb. 25). Ch. 34 ; 12 S. L. 398. May lease its railroad for a term of years to the Providence and Worcester R. R. Co. (May 19). Ch. 222 ; 12 S. L. 493. May mortgage its railroad and franchise to secure a loan of $35,000, but not to affect pre-existing debts or claims for land damages or other cause. 1872— (March 27). Ch. 144; Acts and Res. Ill, § 1. May extend its railroad in Bellingham and Franklin to Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R., in Franklin. § 2. May enter on and use the B. H. & E. R. R. Co. with cor- responding right in that corporation. § 3. May increase therefor its capital stock by $150,000. § 4. Power to extend and issue new stock to be void if not exercised in three years. SHERBORN AND SOUTH NATICK RAILROAD COMPANY. 1871 — (March 25). Ch. 141 ; Acts and Res. 520. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Mansfield and Framingham R. R., in Sher- born, to the Woonsocket division of Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R., near Charles River station, in Needham- 136 Grand Hotel Branch Railroad Company. § 3. May enter on said M. & F. R. R. & B., H. & E. R. R., with reciprocal right in those companies. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000. § 5. May lease its railroad to any other railroad corporation. § 6. Location to be within two years and construction within four years. WOONSOCKET UNION RAILROAD COMPANY. (A RHODE ISLAND CORPORATION.) 1851— (May 24). Ch. 272 ; 9 S. L. 377, § 1. Norfolk County R. R. Co. may contract with, for the building of the branch connecting Woonsocket village with the N. C. R. R., in Bellingham, and for the use of the same. 1852— (April 20). Ch. 130 ; 9 S. L. 480, § 4. Bellingham Branch R. R. Co. may connect with, at state line, and contract with, for leasing or use and maintenance of said B. B. R. R. (April 30). Ch. 158 ; 9 S. L. 498, § 1. May form a corporate union with the Norfolk County R. R. Co. [Shaw v. Norfolk County R. R. Co., 16 Gray, 407. Woonsocket Union R. R. Co. v. Sherman, 8 Rhode Island R: 564.] § 2. Residence of one or more directors of consolidated com- pany for service of process, with liability of the new company to jurisdiction. § 3. Separate accounts as to the part of railroad in each state, to be adjusted b}' commissioners. § 4. The company and part of railroad in this state subject to its laws. GRAND HOTEL BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1867— (April 10). Ch. 133 ; 12 S. L. 237. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location in Dorchester, from Bowdoin street to Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R., at Columbia street crossing. [1867, ch. 320 ;" 12 S. L. 338 ; extends the location in Dorchester.] § 3. May enter on B., H. & E. R. R. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $100,000, with right to hold real and personal estate. Roxbury Branch Railroad Company. 137 § 5. May sell and transfer its franchise and property, or lease railroad and property to B., H. & E. R. R. Co., upon a certain vote. § 6. Location to be within two years and completion within five years. [1869, ch. 214; 12 S. L. 699; time for location extended two years and for completion five years.] 1867— (June 1). Ch. 320; 12 S. L. 338, § 1. Extension in Dor- chester, from Bowdoin street to Adams street, author ized. § 2. Location of extension to be within two 3-ears and comple- tion within five years. [1869, ch. 214 ; 12 S. L. 699 ; time for location extended two years and for completion five years.] 1869— (April 27). Ch. 214; 12 S. L. 699. Revives 1867, ch. 133 ; 12 S. L. 237, and 1867, ch. 320; 12 S. L. 338, and extends time for location two years and completion five years. ROXBURY BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1867— (March 16). Ch. 75 ; 12 S. L. 201. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location in Roxbury from Shawmut avenue, between Dale street and St. James street, to Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R., near the Bird street station. § 3. May enter on said B., H. & E. R. R. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $300,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 5. May sell and transfer its franchise and property, or lease its road and property to B., H. & E. R. R. Co. § 6. Location to be within two }*ears and completion within four years. [1869, ch. 114; 12 S. L. 647; time for location extended two years and for completion four years. 1871, ch. 224; Acts and Res. 585; time for location extended two years and for completion four years.] 1869— (March 26). Ch. 114; 12 S. L. 647. Revives 1867, ch. 75 ; 12 S. L. 201, and extends time for location two j'ears and for completion four years. 18 138 Eastern Railroad Company. 1871— (April 27). Ch. 221 ; Acts and Res. 585. Revives 1867, ch. 75 ; 12 S. L. 201, and extends time for location two }-ears and for completion four years. EASTERN" RA.TT.RO AD COMPANY. 1836— (April 11). Ch. 232 ; 7 S. L. 691. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with location from Boston to state line of New Hampshire at Newburyport. [Location changed, enlarged or extended. 1837, ch. 152 1844, ch. 133 1839, ch. 122 1841, ch. 90 1844, ch. 109 1845, ch. 246 1846, ch. 212 1847, ch. 70 7 S. L. 776. 8 S. L. 372. 8 S. L. 127. 8 S. L. 216. 8 S. L. 360. 8 S. L. 517. 8 S. L. 640. 8 S. L. 721. mouth R. R. 1847, ch. 182; 8 S. L. 770. R. R. 1848, ch. 128; 8 S. L. 909. 1848, ch. 207 ; 8 S. L. 940. Kingston R. R. 1848, ch. 292 ; 8 S. L. 988. 1849, ch. 201 ; 9 S. L. 94. 1852, ch. 164 ; 9 S. L. 502. 1858, ch. 18; 10 S. L. 784. 1852, ch. 305; 9 S. L. 553. 1866, ch. 102 ; 12 S. L. 40. 1852, ch. 306 ; 9 S. L. 554. New location from Salem to Beverly. (1 U (( (< (( May build branch to Marblehead. May extend wharves and docks in East Boston. Salisbury Branch R. R. may be sold or leased to. May build branch to Gloucester. May accept franchise of Chelsea Branch R. R. Co. May contract for use of Portland, Saco and Ports- Tracks within the location of the Chelsea Branch May accept franchise of Chebacco Branch R. R. Co. May accept franchise or lease of Salisbury and East May extend road into Boston. May extend road from North Chelsea to Boston. May receive franchise of Saugus Branch R. R. Co. Sale of said branch confirmed. May take lease of South Reading Branch R. R. May lease South Reading Branch of N. Adams. May construct a branch from Somerville to Boston; part of location authorized by 1849, ch. 201 ; 9 S. L. 94, repealed. 1853, ch. 348 ; 9 S. L. 736. May receive franchise of Rockport R. R. Co. May lease Chebacco Branch R. R. May construct connecting track in Maiden. May discontinue a part of Saugus Branch R. R. May widen bridges over Charles and Miller's rivers. 1854, ch. 54; 10 S. L. 23. 1S54, ch. 310; 10 S. L. 170. 1855, ch. 227; 10 S. L. 353. 1855, ch. 375; 10 S. L. 419. 1869, ch. 291 ; 12 S. L. 757. 1870, ch. 301 ; 12 S. L. 1020. 1S56, ch. 305; 10 S. L. 613. 1860, ch. 32; 11 S. L. 18. 1868, ch. 58; 12 S. L. 412. 1861, ch. 176; 11 S. L. 215. 1863,- ch. 90; 11 S. L. 371. 1864, ch. 40; 11 S. L. 482. 1864, ch. 228; 11 S. L. 572. Salisbury. 1865, ch. 141 ; 11 S. L. 667. May purchase or lease franchise of Marblehead and Lynn R. R. Co. 1866, ch. 58 ; 12 S. L. 22. May purchase or lease franchise of Chebacco Branch R. R. Co. 1866, ch. 107 ; 12 S. L. 42. May change its passenger depot in South Danvers. Location of road and branches confirmed. May receive franchise of Rockport R. R. Co. Sale of said road confirmed. Sale of Commonwealth's flats to. May purchase franchise of Essex R. R. Co. (< if a «t n << May change location between Newburyport and Eastern Railroad Company. 139 1867, eta. 112; 12 S. L. 222. May take land for a new station house in Chelsea. 1867, ch. 216 ; 12 S. L. 274. May form corporate union with the Eastern R. R. of N. H. 1867, ch. 287 ; 12 S. L. 320. May purchase or lease Gloucester and Lanesville R. R. 1867, ch. 335; 12 S. L. 348. May take land for a double track from Boston to Salisbury, straighten location in Salem, &c. 1867, ch. 342; 12 S. L. 353. May build a railroad from Chelsea to Somerville, and widen its bridge in Chelsea at crossing of Salem turnpike. [1869, ch. 256; 12 S. L. 733.] 1868, ch. 89 ; 12 S. L. 432. May take land for a new station house in Newbury. 1868, ch. 118 ; 12 S. L. 443. May extend its Lawrence Branch ; location between Shawsheen river and bridge of Boston and Maine R. R. 1868, ch. 348 ; 12 S. L. 576. May take land for a new station house in Lynn. 1869, ch. 175 ; 12 S. L. 678. May change location in Salisbury and build a bridge across the Powow River. 1869, ch. 183 ; 12 S. L. 685. May purchase or lease the Essex Branch R. R. 1869, ch. 291 ; 12 S. L. 757. May purchase certain land in Boston and Cam- bridge, widen bridge, &c. 1869, ch. 398 ; 12 S. L. 818. May receive franchise of Newburyport City R. R. Co. 1870, ch. 129; 12 S. L. 930. May build a branch from Essex to its main line or Gloucester Branch. 1870, ch. 164 ; 12 S. L. 951. May receive franchise of Asbury Grove R. R. Co. 1871, ch. 248 ; Acts and Res. 598. May lease Forest River R. R. 1871, ch. 337; Acts and Res. 669. Shall construct a bridge and draw over Annisquam River. 1872, ch. 194 ; Acts and Res. 142. May construct wharves in Salem. 1872, ch. 356 ; Acts and Res. 334. May increase terminal facilities in Boston. 1873, ch. 357 ; Acts and Res. 879. In Somerville, Charlestown arid Boston. 1873, ch. 360 ; Acts and Res. 882. Additional tracks in Charlestown.] § 2. Ferry rights not to be affected and burial-grounds not to be used without consent. § 3. Capital stock to be not less than $1,300,000 nor more than S2,000,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. [Additions to capital stock authorized. 1839, ch. 122; 8 S. L. 127. $100,000. 1845, ch. 246 ; 8 S. L. 517. $500,000. 1848, ch. 128; 8 S. L. 909. $50,000 for Chebacco Branch. 1848, ch. 186; 8 S. L. 932. $.500,000. 1848, ch. 292 ; 8 S. L. 988. $300,000 for extension into Boston. 1849, ch. 201 ; 9 S. L. 94. $500,000 for extension into Boston. 1852, ch. 164; 9 S. L. 502. $160,000 for Saugus Branch. 1852, ch. 306; 9 S. L. 554. $1,000,000.- 1863, ch. 90; US. L. 371. $350,000 for Essex R. R. 1865, ch. 141 ; 11 S. L. 667. $250,000 for Marblehead and Lynn R. R. 1867, ch. 287 ; 12 S. L. 320. $200,000 for Gloucester and Lanesville R. R. 1868, ch. 58 ; 12 S. L. 412. $200,000 for purchase of Rockport R. R. 1868, ch. 118; 12 S. L. 443. $300,000. 1869, ch. 291 ; 12 S. L. 757. $1,000,000. 1870, ch. 129 ; 12 S. L. 930. $150,000 for branch from Essex. 1872, ch. 356 ; Acts and Res. 334. $2,000,000 for terminal facilities in Boston. 1873, ch. 357; Acts and Res. 879, for change of location in Charlestown, Somer- ville and Boston to amount expended. 1873, ch. 360; Acts and Res. 882. Not exceeding $1,000,000 for additional tracks in Charlestown.] 140 Eastern Railroad Company. § 4. Concerning construction and maintenance of railroad bridges, draws, piers, &c, across certain rivers ; dam- ages for detention of vessels and use of bridges. [1837, ch. 152 ; 7 S. L. 776, § 1 ; released from obligation to build draw across Salem South River.] § 5. Concerning removal or alteration of water-pipes of the Salem and Danvers Aqueduct Corporation in Salem, and injuries caused thereby. § 6. Salem Turnpike and Chelsea Bridge corporation may sub- scribe for the capital stock of, to an amount not exceed- ing one-fourth under certain conditions. § 7. Number of shares to be 13,000 until increased as provided in § 2 ; subscription and organization to be by January 1, 1837, and location and construction on or before .Sept. 1, 1840. [1837, ch. 152; 7 S. L. 776, § 2. Time for construction from Salem to New- buryport extended to Sept. 1, 1845, under certain conditions. 1856, ch. 305 ; 10 S. L. 613. Location confirmed.] § 8. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 9. Subject to use by other companies under legislative author it}'. 1837— (April 12). Ch. 152 ; 7 S. L. 776, § 1. May change location from Salem to Beverly ; new location described with conditions. [1844, ch. 133 ; 8 S. L. 372 ; may uncover tunnel in Salem.] § 2. Time for construction from Salem to Newburyport ex- tended to Sept. 1, 1845, with proviso in case of the construction of a railroad from Portsmouth, X. H., to meet the E. R. R. at the state line. § 3. East Boston Company may subscribe for stock of. § 7. Location over North River, east of Beverly bridge, repealed. (April 18.) Ch. 190 ; 7 S. L. 794, § 1. Issue of scrip of the Commonwealth in aid of, to the amount of $500,000. §§ 2, 3. Conditions of said loan. [1838, ch. 193; 8 S. L. 78. Grants further aid; repeals inconsistent provisions. 1839, ch. 74 ; 8 S. L. 107. Concerning issue of scrip. 1844, ch. 133 ; 8 S. L. 372. Payment of interest. 1852, Res. ch. 82; Acts and Res. 301. Payment of interest. 1857, ch. 220 ; 10 S. L. 728. Grants further aid. 1870, Res. ch. 23 ; Acts and Res. 327. Demand of the Commonwealth for payment.] 1838— (April 25). Ch. 193 ; 8 S. L. 78, § 1. Issue of scrip of the Commonwealth for 090,000. Eastern Railroad Company. 141 §§ 2-6. Conditions of said loan, sinking fund, &c. § 7. Right of Commonwealth to purchase not to be impaired. § 8. Repeals inconsistent provisions of ch. 190, 1837 ; 7 S. L. 794. [1839, ch. 74; 8 S. L. 107. Return of certain scrip and issue in place thereof. 1844, ch. 133 ; 8 S. L. 372. Payment of interest. 1852, Res. ch. 82 ; Acts and Res. 301. Payment of interest. 1857, ch. 220 ; 10 S. L. 728. Grants further aid. 1870, Res. ch. 23 ; Acts and Res. 327. Demand of the Commonwealth for pay- ment.] 1839— (April 1). Ch. 74 ; 8 S. L. 107. Return of state scrip for $90,000 issued under 1838, ch. 193 ; 8 S. L. 78, and issue of new scrip therefor of the same amount, and provisions for issue of scrip under 1837, ch. 190 ; 7 S. L. 794. [1837, ch. 190; 7 S. L. 794. 1838, ch. 193 ; 8 S. L. 78. 1844, ch. 133 ; 8 S. L. 372. 1852, Res. ch. 82 ; Acts and Res. 301. 1857, ch. 220; 10 S. L. 728. 1870, Res. ch. 23 ; Acts and Res. 327.] (April 6). Ch. 122 ; 8 S. L. 127, § 1. May construct a branch railroad from its main railroad in Salem to Marblehead, with location defined. § 2. Capital stock may be increased $100,000. § 3. May build bridge over Forest River ; provisions for main- tenance of draw and injuries to the Forest River Mills. 1841— (March 17). Ch. 90 ; 8 S. L. 216. May extend wharves and docks at East Boston. (March 17). Ch. 112 ; 8 S. # L. 231. Concerning tolls on the Newburyport Bridge. § 1, 2, 3. Concerning the draws and piers of said bridge. § 4. Repeal of inconsistent acts. [1826, ch. 164; 6 S. L. 448. Act incorporating Proprietors of Newburyport Bridge. 1846, ch. 245 ; 8 S. L. 654. Construction of draws, &c. 1847, ch. 203 ; 8 S. L. 787. " " " 1864, ch. 228 ; 11 S. L. 572. Construction of new bridge. 1867, ch. 337 ; 12 S. L. 350. Duties and liabilities. 1869, ch. 421 ; 12 S. L. 829. " " * 1844— (March 15). Ch. 109; 8 S. L. 360, § 2. Salisbury Branch R. R. Co. may be sold or leased to, or may enter on. 142 Eastern Railroad Company. 1844— (March 15). Ch. 133; 8 S. L. 372, § 1. May uncover its tunnel in Salem ; part of § 1, ch. 152 ; 1837 ; 7 S. L. 776, as to such covering, repealed. § 2. Treasurer of the Commonwealth authorized to pay interest on certain scrip issued in aid of, upon a bond of indem- nity being given. [1837, ch. 190 ; 1 S. L. 794. J838, ch. 193 ; 8 S. L. 78. 1839, ch. 74 ; 8 S. L. 107. 1852, Res. ch. 82 ; Acts and Res. 301. 1857, ch. 220 ; 10 S. L. 728. 1870, Res. ch. 23 ; Acts and Res. 327.] (March 16). Ch. 141 ; 8 S. L. 386, §§ 2, 4. Georgetown and Danvers R. R. Co. may make arrangements with, for the accommodation of business, or enter on and use. 1845— (March 26). Ch. 246; 8 S. L. 517, § 1. May construct a branch railroad from Gloucester to its main road, with leave to extend from Gloucester to Rockport. [See Gloucester Branch R. R.] § 2. Capital stock increased by an amount not exceeding $500,000. [Sewall v. Eastern R. R. Co., 9 Cushing R. 5.] ■ 1846— (March 7). Ch. 79 ; 8 S. L. 551, § 6. Essex R. R. Co. may enter on at Salem, under certain conditions. (March 11). Ch. 90 ; 8 S. L. 556, § 2. Location of Newbury- port R. R. in Newburyport, near depot of. (April 10). Ch. 212 ; 8 S. L. 640, § 9. Chelsea Branch R. R. Co. may transfer its franchise and property to. [1847, ch. 30 ; 8 S. L. 696. 1847, ch. 182 ; 8 S. L. 770. East Boston Freight R. R. Co. v. Eastern R. R. Co., 13 Allen R. 422.] (April 16). Ch. 245; 8 S. L. 654, § 1. Shall, within six months, construct a draw in the bridge over Merrimack River, in the manner approved by commissioners. [1847, ch. 203 ; 8 S. L. 787 ; time for completion ex- tended to July 1, 1847.] § 2. Penalties for neglect to - construct said draw. § 3. As to right to widen existing draw instead of constructing a new one, upon approval of said commissioners. Eastern Railroad Company. 143 § 4. Obligations as to existing draw not to be impaired. [1826, ch. 164; 6 S. L. 448. 1841, ch. 112; 8 S. L. 231. 1864, ch. 228; 11 S. L. 572. Authorizes construction of new bridge. 1867, ch. 337 ; 12 S. L. 350. Duties and liabilities. 1869, ch. 421 ; 12 S. L. 829. " " " 1847— (Feb. 23). Ch. 30; 8 S. L. 696, §§ 1,5. Chelsea Branch R. R. Co. may enter on and use. [1846, ch. 212 ; 8 S. L. 640. 1847, ch. 182 ; 8 S. L. 770. East Boston Freight R. R. Co. v. Eastern R. R. Co., 13 Allen R. 422.] (March 11). Ch. 70 ; 8 S. L. 721. May contract for the use of the railroad and property of the Portland, Saco and Portsmouth R. R. Co. (April 13). Ch. 182; 8 S. L. 770, § 1. May make arrange- ments with Chelsea Branch R. R. Co. for the construction and use of one or more tracks within the location of said C. B. R. R. Co., subject to certain provisions. [1846, ch. 212 ; 8 S. L. 640. 1847, ch. 30 ; 8 S. L. 696. East Boston Freight R. R. Co. v. Eastern R. R. Co., 13 Allen R. 422.] § 2. May subscribe to the capital stock of the Chelsea Branch R. R. Co. not exceeding one-fourth. (April 20). Ch. 203; 8 S. I/. 787. Time for completion of the draw in the bridge of, over Merrimack River required by 1846, ch. 245 ; 8 S. L. -654, extended to July 1, 1847. (April 20). Ch. 204 ; 8 S. L. 787, § 5. Marblehead and Lynn "? Branch R. R. Co. may enter on and use in Lynn. (April 23). Ch. 239 ; 8 S. L. 803, § 3. Extension of Essex R. R. may be constructed through tunnel of, in Salem, by consent. 1848— (April 20). Ch. 128 ; 8 S. L. 909, §§ 2, 4. Chebacco Branch R. R. Co. may enter on and use, under certain con- ditions. § 7. E. R. R. Co. ma} T receive and hold the franchise and property of the C. B. R. R. Co. ; and for this purpose may increase capital stock $50,000. (April 25). Ch. 186 ; 8 S. L. 932. Capital stock may be increased by an amount not exceeding $500,000. 144 Eastern Railroad Company. 1848— (April 26). Ch. 207; 8 S. L. 940, § 2. Salisbury and East Kingston R. R. may be sold or leased to. (May 9). Ch. 292 ; 8 S. L. 988, § 1. May enter on Boston and Maine R. R. in Somerville, and use the same into Boston, or may construct tracks to Causeway street, within the location of the B. & M. R. R., across Miller's and Charles rivers, with the right to use the bridge, subject to conditions. § 2. Disagreements between the two companies arising under this act to be determined by the award of commissioners. § 3. Location in Causeway street restricted. § 4. Rate of speed and securities for public safety in Boston. § 5. Location of the road herein granted to be within one year and construction within two years. § 6. Capital stock may be increased for the purposes of this act by an amount not exceeding $300,000. [1869, ch. 291 ; 12 S. L. 757. Width of draws across Charles and Miller's Rivers. 1870, ch. 301 ; 12 S. L. 1020. « " " " " " " (May 10). Ch. 325; 8 S. L. 1015. Railroad bridges across Charles or Mystic rivers not to be used for laying ves- sels across the channel of either river. 1849 — (March 22). Resolve, ch. 31, p. 206. Land in Salisbury taken by, to be excepted from land which S. W. Hale is authorized to sell. (May 2). Ch. 201 ; 9 S. L. 94, § 1. May extend from its main road from North Chelsea, through Maiden and Charlestown, to Commercial street in Boston ; location defined with restrictions as to bridges over Mystic and Charles rivers. [1851, ch. 264; 9 S. L. 373. Extension of location through Charlestown re- pealed. 1852, ch. 306, § 8; 9 S. L. 554. Extension west of Salem turnpike repealed. East Boston Freight R. R. Co. v. Eastern R. R. Co., 13 Allen R. 422.] § 2. Security to travel over Charles River bridge. § 3. Rate of speed in Charlestown. [Repealed by 1851, ch. 264 ; 9 S. L. 373.] § 4. Removal of stone, gravel, &c, from the lands of "Winnisim- met Co. restricted ; powers given to said TV. Co., and other proprietors of marsh land, to connect estates divided by the railroad by streets and ways across it. Eastern Railroad Company. 145 § 5. Act to be void unless accepted by the stockholders ; location of the extension to be within two years from the passage of the act, and construction within two 3'ears from the filing of the location. [1851, ch. 264; 9 S. L. 373 ; time for location extended one year from the close of the general court.] § 6. May increase capital stock for the purposes of this act by an amount not exceeding $500,000, with restrictions. § 7. Right of the city of Boston to lay water-pipes under or by the side of bridges described in § 1 for convej'ing water into and through East Boston. § 8. Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. may enter on, and use the extension authorized by this act. 1850— (Feb. 25). Ch. 36 ; 9 S. L. 133. Reference to, in act altering location of Grand Junction R. R. in East Boston. 1851— (May 14). Ch. 128 ; 9 S. L. 308, § 1. Salem and Lowell R. R. Co. may enter on, from the Essex R. R., in Salem, and use according to law. § 8. Salem and Lowell R. R. Co. and the South Reading Branch R. R. Co. may cross the tracks of, in Salem, in a certain event. (May 23). Ch. 242 ; 9 S. L. 357, § £. North Beverly Branch R. R. Co. may enter on and use. (May 24). Ch. 264 ; 9 S. L. 373. Renews ch. 201, of 1849 ; 9 S. L. 94, and extends the time for the location of ex- tension authorized by said act twelve months from the termination of the session of the general court, with provisions repealing the extension through Charlestown, and also repealing § 3. 1852— (April 30). Ch. 164 ; 9 S. L. 502, § 3. May buy the franchise of the Saugus Branch R. R. Co., on certain conditions, and increase its capital stock therefor by $160,000. [1854, ch. 310 ; 10 S. L. 170. May build connecting track with said branch. 1855, ch. 227 ; 10 S. L. 353. May discontinue part of said branch. 1858, ch. 18 ; 10 S. L. 784. Transfer and sale of 6aid branch to, confirmed.] (April 30). Ch. 167 ; 9 S. L. 503. Danvers and Georgetown and the Danvers R. R. companies may contract with, as to operating their roads, or lease the same to. 19 146 Eastern Railroad Company. 1852— (May 20). Resolve, eh. 82 ;' Acts and Res. 301. Payment of interest to Baring Bros. & Co., on one certificate of scrip issued in aid of. [1837, ch. 190; 7 S. L. 794. 1838, ch. 193 ; 8 S. L. 78. 1839, ch. 74 ; 8 S. L. 107. 1844, ch. 133 ; 8 S. L. 372. 1852, Res. ch. 82; Acts and Res. 301. 1857, ch. 220 ; 10 S. L. 728. 1870, Res. ch. 23 ; Acts and Res. 327.] (May 21). Ch. 305; 9 S. L. 553, § 1. South Reading Branch R. R. Co. may lease its road to, upon certain conditions, with provisions as to trains, fares and the connection with the Boston and Maine R. R. § 2. May purchase and hold stock in the S. R. Br. R. R. Co., subject to certain duties as to passenger and freight trains. § 3. Disagreements as to the accommodation of the public to be settled by commissioners. § 4. Required to purchase the stock of said S. R. Br. R. R. Co., with a provision defeating its powers under the act in case of failure to take and pay for the same. [1866, ch. 102; 12 S. L. 40. Shackley v. Eastern R. R. Co., 98 Mass. R. 93.] 1852— (May 21). Ch. 306 ; 9 S. L. 554, § 1. Eastern R. R. Co. and Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co., -or either of them, may construct a branch railroad from the Grand Junc- tion R. R., in Somerville, to Causeway street in Boston, and to the Boston and Maine R. R., with provisions as to taking land, construction of bridge from the Prison Point bridge to the Boston shore, and the crossing of Prison Point bridge. [1853, ch. 387, § 1 ; 9 S. L. 765.] ' § 2. Alternative location with restrictions. [Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. v. County Commissioners of Mid- dlesex, 14 Gray R. 553. East Boston Freight R. R. Co. v. Eastern R. R. Co., 13 Allen R. 422.] § 3. May take land in Boston in case the location in § 2 is chosen ; may exchange lands and arrange tracks to avoid danger to public travel. § 4. Location of this branch by one or the other route to be within one year and construction within two years. [1854, ch. 46;10S. L. 20. Time for construction extended to Jan. 1, 1855. 1854, ch. 395 ; 10 S. L. 212. Time for construction extended four months. 1855, ch. 149 ; 10 S. L. 328. Time extended to Jan. 1, 1856.] Eastern Railroad Company. 147 § 5. Maintenance of guards and signals at the crossing of the Fitchburg R. R. and Boston and Maine R. R. § 6. Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. may purchase the franchise and property of, in East Boston, Chelsea and North Chelsea. § 7. E. R. R. Co. may, for said purposes, increase its capital stock b} r $1,000,000 ; the shares to be paid for in cash or its bonds. § 8. Repeals that part of 1849, ch. 201 ; 9 S. L. 94, which authorizes the extension of the Eastern R. R. westerly, beyond Salem turnpike. § 9. Mode of assessing the damages for any land of the Com- monwealth taken under the act, at or near the state prison. § 10. Construction and maintenance of bridges and draws. § 11. Motive power and rate of speed for crossing streets in Boston. 1853— (May 2). Ch. 276 ; 9 S. L. 708. May subscribe to the stock of the Danvers R. R. Co. to a limited amount. (May 16). Ch. 348 ; 9 S. L. 736, § 5. Rockport R. R. Co. may enter on and use. § 6. The said R. R. R. Co. may transfer or lease property and franchise to. (May 25). Ch. 387; 9 S. L. 765, § 1. Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. may construct its branch from East Cam- bridge to the bridge of, across Charles River, authorized by 1852, ch. 306 ; 9 S. L. 554, and connect in Boston with the tracks of, and use with consent. [1855, ch. 441 ; 10 S. L. 458.] (May 25). Ch. 415 ; 9 S. L. 771, § 8. Track of Mystic River R. R. in Somerville, to conform in grade to that of the Eastern R. R., in certain event. [1854, ch. 31 ; 10 S. L. 12.] 1854— (Feb. 24). Ch. 31 ; 10 S. L. 12. Reference to, in act concern- ing the Mystic R. R. [1853, ch. 415 ; 9 S. L. 771.] (Feb. 27) . Ch. 46 ; 10 S. L. 20. Time for construction of the road authorized by 1852, ch. 306 ; 9 S. L. 554, extended to Jan. 1, 1855. [Time extended. 1854, ch. 395 ; 10 S. L. 212. 1855, ch. 149 ; 10 S. L. 328.] 148 Eastern Railroad Company. 1854— (March 3). Ch. 54 ; 10 S. L. 23, § 2. Chebacco Branch R. R. Co. may cross, enter on and use. § 4. Chebacco Branch R. R. Co. ma}' lease its road to, or con- tract with for operating the same ; ma}', on certain -con- ditions, receive subscriptions from the E. R. R. Co., to an amount not exceeding $30,000. (March 28). Ch. 190 ; 10 S. L. 96. Newburyport R. R. Co. may cross, in Newburyport. (April 15). Ch. 310; 10 S. L. 170, § 1. May construct a railroad connecting the Saugus Branch R. R. with the Grand Junction R. R. and Eastern R. R. in South Maiden. [1855, ch. 227, 10 S. L. 353.] § 2. Location of said railroad to be within one year, and con- struction within two years. (April 24). Ch. 353 ; 10 S. L. 198, § 1. May insert a service- pipe into the main-pipe conveying Cochituate water to the state prison in Charlestown, on certain conditions. § 2. May open streets or ways, in said city, for laying down or repairing the service-pipes. § 3. May carry said service-pipe across the channel of Miller's River, in manner prescribed. § 4. Act to be void, unless accepted by city council of Boston within 60 days. (April 28). Ch. 395 ; 10 S. L. 212. Time allowed for the construction of the branch from the Grand Junction R. R., in Somerville, to Boston, authorized by 1852, ch. 306 ; 9 S. L. 554, extended four months. [1855, ch. 149 ; 10 S. L. 328 ; time extended to Jan. 1, 1856.] (April 29). Res. ch. 82; Acts and Res. 444. Authorizes a commission to report on the crossings of the E. R. R., Boston and Lowell R. R., Fitchburg R. R., and Boston and Maine R. R., within two miles of Boston, and as to crossing Causeway street, in said city. 1855— (April 6). Ch. 149 ; 10 S. L. 328. Time allowed for the con- struction of the branch from the Grand Junction R. R., in Somerville, to Boston, authorized by 1852, ch. 306 ; 9 S. L. 554, extended to Jan. 1. 1856. •§ 2. Time for withdrawing the location of said road under 1854, ch. 395 ; 10 S. L. 212, extended to Jan. 1, 1856, and 1853, ch. 351, § 2, to remain in force. Eastern Railroad Company. 149 1855— (April 26). Ch. 227 ; 10 S. L. 353. E. R. R. Co. and Saugus Branch R. R. Co., may discontinue a part of the latter railroad, upon constructing the extension provided for by 1854, ch. 310 ; 10 S. L. 170. (May 2). Ch. 259 ; 10 S. L. 366. References to, in act for widening bridge of Fitchburg R. R. Co. over Miller's River, which extends to said E. R. R. • [1867, ch. 335, § 3 ; 12 S. L. 348.] (May 17). Ch. 375; 10 S. L. 419. May widen its bridges over Charles and Miller's rivers, in a manner described. [1869, ch. 291 ; 12 S. L. 757. 1870, ch. 301 ; 12 S. L. 1020.] (May^l9). Ch. 400 ; 10 S. L. 434, § 1. Charles River R. R. may construct its road to, and enter Boston in connec- tion with. (May 21). Ch. 441 ; 10 S. L. 458. Reference to bridge of, in act authorizing the Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. to alter location of its bridge between the channel of Charles River and Boston shore. [1853, ch. 387 ; 9 S. L. 765.] 1856— (June 6.) Ch. 305 ; 10 S. L. 613, § 1. Location of railroad and branches in Essex, Middlesex and Suffolk counties, confirmed. [Salem v. Eastern R. R. Co., 98 Mass. R. 431.] § 2. May within one year file new locations of said railroad and branches, in conformity with the actual location thereof, with proviso as to land damages. 1857— (March 17). Ch. 23 ; 10 S. L. 641. As to wharf of W. G. Johnson, in Rowley, on his land bounding on. (May 23). Ch. 220 ; 10 S. L. 728. Issue of the scrip of the Commonwealth for the sum of $500,000, in aid of, with various provisions as to the redemption and sale thereof, pa}-ment of interest and of principal, remedies of the Commonwealth, and mortgage or pledge of the road. [1837, ch. 190; 7 S, L. 794. 1838, ch. 193 ; 8 S. L. 78. 1839, ch. 74; 8 S. L. 107. 1844, ch. 133 ; 8 S. L. 372. 1852, Res. ch. 82; Acts and Res. 301. 1870, Res. ch. 23 ; Acts and Res. 327.] 150 Eastern Railroad Company. 1857— (May 30). Ch. 263; 10 S. L. 754, § 3. Act not to give validit}* to the alleged contract between the Eastern R. R. Co. and the Boston and Maine R. R. Co. of July 14, 1855. [Repealed by 1860, ch. 63 ; 11 S. L. 37.] 1858— (Feb. 13). Ch. 18? 10 S. L. 784. Transfer and sale of the Saugus Branch R. R. to the Eastern R. R. Co., under 18§2, ch. 164 ; 9 S. L. 502, confirmed. 1860— (Feb. 20). Ch. 32; 11 S. L. 18, § 5. Rockport R. R. Co. may sell or lease its franchise and property to. [1868, ch. 58 ; 12 S. L. 412 ; sale confirmed.] (March 10). Ch. 63 ; 11 S. L. 37. Repeals 1857, ch. 263 ; 10 S. L. 754, which refers to validity of contract with Boston and Maine R. R. Co. 1861— (April 10). Ch. 176; 11 S. L. 215, § 1. Certain flats be- longing to the Commonwealth, may be sold or leased to, for the purpose of widening bridges across Charles River. § 2. Conditions of sale or lease, as to the widening on piles and displacement of water. § 3. Restrictions of ch. 103, Resolves of 1859, suspended. 1862— (April 9). Ch. 117; 11 S. L. 292. East Boston Wharf Co. may connect its wharves and docks by railroad, with the E. R. R., by consent of owners and approval of mayor and aldermen of Boston. 1863— (Feb. 7). Ch. 14; 11 S. L. 338, §§2, 3. Mystic River R. R. may connect its tracks in Charlestown or Somer- ville with, and enter on, b}* consent, with reciprocal right in the E. R. R. Co. as to Mystic River R. R., but no ad- ditional power given to the M. R. R. R. Co. to cross at grade without consent. (March 14). Ch. 90; 11 S. L. 371, § 1. Ma}-, by corporate action, on or before August 1, 1863, purchase the fran- chise and property- of the Essex R. R. Co. according to contract of July 5, 1852, or other terms. [1864, ch. 40 ; 11 S. L. 482 ; act revived and time for union extended two years.] § 2. Shall, upon such purchase, have all the rights and duties of the Essex R. R. Co., and may increase its capital stock by $350,000. § 3. Rights of creditors of Essex R. R. Co. not to be impaired. Eastern Railroad Company. 151 1863— (March 26). Ch. Ill ; 11 S. L. 383, § 2. Wenhain Lake Branch R. R. Co. may enter on and use, by consent. 1864— (Feb. 18). Ch. 40 ; 11 S. L. 482. Revives 1863, ch. 90 ; 11 S. L. 371, concerning union with the Essex R. R. Co., and extends time two years. (Feb. 29). Ch. 54; 11 S. L. 490, § 3. Mystic River R. R. may cross at grade, with provisions as to crossings, and meeting of trains. (May 11). Ch. 228; 11 S. L. 572, § 1. May change and straighten location between Newburyport and Salisbury. §§ 2, 3. Concerning construction of new bridge and draw across the Merrimack River. [1846, eh. 245; 8 S. L. 654. 1847, ch. 203; 8 S. L. 787. 1867, ch. 337 ; 12 S. L. 350. Duties and liabilities as to Newburyport bridge. 1869, ch. 421 ; 12 S. L. 829. " " " " " " ] (May 13). Ch. 272; 11 S. L. 594. Reference to, in act incorporating the Grand Junction Wharf Co. 1865— (April 8). Ch. 141 ; 11 S. L. 667, §§ 2, 3. Marblehead and Lynn R. R. Co. may enter on,' and use with reciprocal right in E. R. R. Co. as to the M. and L. R. R. [1872, ch. 182 ; Acts and Res. 133.] § 5. May purchase or lease railroad and franchise of the M. and L. R. R. Co., and increase therefor its capital stock by $250,000. (May 5), Ch. 199 ; 11 S. L. 700, § 2. Location of Chelsea and East Boston Street R. R. Co., with reference to. 1866— (March 3). Ch. 58 ; 12 S. L. 22, § 3. Chebacco Branch R. R. Co. may enter on the E. R. R., or the Gloucester Branch R. R., by consent. § 4. Chebacco Branch R. R. Co. may sell or lease its franchise and property to the E. R. R. Co. § 6. E. R. R. Co. may subscribe one-third of the capital stock of the C. B. r! R. Co. (March 23). Ch. 102 ; 12 S. L. 40, § 2. May hire the South Reading Branch R. R. of N. Adams, in a certain event and upon certain conditions. [1852, ch. 305 ; 9 S. L. 553.] 152 Eastern Railroad Company. 1866— (March 26). Cli. 107 ; 12 S. L. 42. May change its passenger depot in South Danvers. • (May 26). Ch. 265; 12 S. L. 138, § 3. Liability for main- tenance and repair of the bridge over its railroad in Charlestown. (May 28). Ch. 278; 12 S. L. 143, § 2. Corporations pur- chasing the railroads of the Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co., and other companies, shall afford certain facilities to. [1867, ch. 342 ; 12 S. L. 353.] § 3. Boston and Worcester R. R. purchasing Grand Junction R. R. may cross, but not to interfere with location and franchises of. 1867— (March 29). Ch. 112 ; 12 S. L. 222. Required to erect a new station house in Chelsea, and to abandon the present site, and authorized to take land therefor, with restric- tion as to extension towards Union Park. [1867, ch. 342, § 3 ; 12 S. L. 353.] (April 25). Ch. 170 ; 12 S. L. 252, § 14. May subscribe for an amount not exceeding five per cent, of the capital stock of the Marginal Freight R. R. Co. (May 6). Ch. 216 ; 12 S. L. 274. May form a corporate union with the Eastern R. R. Co. of New Hampshire. [March v. Eastern R. R., 40 New Hamp. 548 ; 43 id. 515.] § 2. Residence of officers for service of process with liability to jurisdiction. (May 29). Ch. 287: 12 S. L. 320, § 5. Gloucester and Lanesville R. R. Co. may sell or lease its franchise to, or contract with, for use of rolling-stock; the E. R. R. Co. may increase its stock therefor by $200,000. § 7. The E. R. R. Co. ma} r , by a certain vote, subscribe for the stock of the G. & L. R. R. Co. not exceeding $75,000. (June 1). Ch. 313 ; 12 S. L. 332, § 2. Harbor lines in Lynn, with reference to. (June 1). Ch. 335 ; 12 S. L. 348, § 1. May take land for a double track from Boston to the state line in Salisbury, under certain restrictions. [1872, ch. 36 ; Acts and Res. 34 ; repeals restriction as to laying double track on the Saugus Branch R. R., from Maiden to Lynn.] Eastern Railroad Company. 153 § 2. May straighten its railroad in Salem, between the tunnel and Beverly bridge, and take land therefor. § 3. Maj r make solid a portion of its pile structure over Miller's River. § 4. E. R. R. Co. and Fitchburg R. R. Co. may construct a connecting track between their railroads in Charlestown, subject to the approval of the harbor commissioners. § 5. The companies not to apply to the Supreme Court for the appointment of commissioners, or to use the road of each other. 1867— (June 1). Ch. 337; 12 S. L. 350, § 1. Attorney-general to compel a specific performance of the duties and liabilities of, in respect to Newburyport bridge. [1826, ch. 164 ; 6 S. L. 448. 1846, ch. 245 ; 8 S. L. 654. ' 1847, ch. 203 ; 8 S. L. 787. 1864, ch. 228; 11 S. L. 572. 1869, ch. 421 ; 12 S. L. 829.] (June 1). Ch. 342 ; 12 S. L. 353, § 1. Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor., in varying its location upon the route of the Grand Junction R. R., restricted as to the land of the E. R. R. Co. ; and the E. R. R. Co. to indemnify the B. & W. R. R. Cor. against certain claims for damages. [1866, ch. 278 ; 12 S. L. 143.] § 2. May construct a railroad from its location in Chelsea to its location in Somerville over the location of the Grand Junction R. R., not interfering with certain rights of the Boston and Worcester R. R. Co. ; use by several com- panies of the roads of each other in Somerville, Charles- town, Maiden, Chelsea and East Boston, subject to regulations and restrictions. § 3. No location shall be made under this act within twenty feet of Union Park in Chelsea. [1867, ch. 112 ; 12S.L.222.] § 6. Powers and liabilities under this act. § 7. Location of the road authorized in § 2 to be within, one year. § 8. Shall widen the bridge at the crossing of the Salem turn- pike in Chelsea, by the Eastern and Grand Junction Railroads ; cost of widening and maintenance how to he borne. [1869, ch. 256; 12 S. L. 733; widening of bridge to be by October 1, 1869.] § 9. Restrictions as to lands and flats of the Commonwealth, structures below high-water mark, and interference with navigation. 20 154 Eastern Railroad Company. 1868— (March 12). Ch. 58 ; 12 S. L. 412. Purchase of the Rockport R. R. confirmed. [1860, ch. 32, § 5 ; 11 S. L. 18.] May increase capital stock therefor by an amount not exceeding $200,000 ; issue of shares. (March 27). Ch. 89; 12 S. L. 432, § 1. Shall maintain a flag station at Knight's Crossing in Newbury, and erect a station house, with authority to take land therefor. [Commonwealth v. Eastern R. R. Co., 103 Mass. R. 254.] § 2. Said station house to be ready by Jul}- 1, 1868, with pen- alty for delay. (April 13). Ch. 118; 12 S. L. 443, § 1. May extend its Lawrence branch from its terminus in North Andover to its depot grounds in Lawrence, and may enter with said branch on Boston and Maine R. R. in L., with a recip- rocal right in Boston and Maine R. R. as to said branch. § 2. Powers and duties in regard to said extension ; may increase its capital stock by an amount not exceeding $300,000. § 3. Concerning crossing of Boston and Maine R. R. by said extension at North Andover. § 4. Location between the Shawsheen River and the bridge of the Boston and Maine R. R. across the Merrimack River ; provisions as to bridges across the streets and canals of the Essex Co. § 5. Connection of the Boston and Maine R. R. with certain private tracks on land of the Essex Co. to manufacturing establishments shall not be obstructed ; provisions con- cerning crossings. (May 1). Ch. 178; 12 S. L. 474, § 3. Wakefield, Melrose and Maiden R. R. Co. may enter on any railroad oper- ated by the Eastern R. R. Co. (May 26). Ch. 261 ; 12 S. L. 521. Branch track of D. and R. A. Smith, in Newburyport, may be connected with, by consent. (June 11). Ch. 348 ; 12 S. L. 576, § 1. Shall erect a new station house on Central square in Lynn, and may take land therefor. § 2. Proceedings to be taken in case of neglect to erect said station house within six months. Eastern Railroad Company. 155 1869— (March 20). Ch. 105; 12 S. L. 644, § 3. Branch track of N. M. Jewett and others may be connected with, by consent in writing. (April 17). Ch. 175; 12 S. L. 678, § 3. Amesbury R. R. Co. may enter on, in Salisbury, with reciprocal right in the E. R. R. Co. as to the Amesbury R. R. ; the E. R. R. Co. may alter its location and grade in Salisbury to make said connection, and build a bridge over the Powow River. (April 22). Ch. 183; 12 S. L. 685, § 3. Essex Branch R. R. Co. may enter upon the E. R. R., or its Gloucester Branch. § 4. Essex Branch R. R. Co. may sell or lease its franchise and property to the E. R. R. Co. § 6. E. R. R. Co. may^ subscribe for an amount not exceeding one-third of the capital stock of the Essex Branch R. R. Co. (May 10). Ch. 256; 12 S. L. 733, § 1. Widening of the bridge on the Salem turnpike road in Chelsea required by 1867, ch. 342, § 8 ; 12 S. L. 353, shall be completed before October 1, 1869. § 2. Provisions for recovery of a proportion of the expense of widening from the Boston and Albany, and Boston and Chelsea R. R. companies. § 3. Penalty for failure to comply with § 1. (May 19). Ch. 291 ; 12 S. L. 757, § 3. May purchase pas- senger station in Boston, and bridge, and also certain land in Boston and Cambridge from the Boston and Lowell R. R. Co., and may widen said bridge. § 4. Ma} T take possession of certain parts of the land in Boston described in § 1. § 5. Damages to land owners and special method of adjudicat- ing the same. § 6. Land to be taken within three years. [1872, ch. 356 ; Acts and Res. 334 ; time for taking land extended one year ; rights of owners to possession until four months after notice.] § 7. May increase capital stock not exceeding $1,000,000. §§ 8, 9. Required to construct draws forty-four feet wide in bridges crossing Charles and Miller's rivers, in lieu of the present.draw. [1870, ch. 301; 12 S. L. 1020; draws shall be 38 feet wide.] 156 Eastern Railroad Company. 1869— (June 12). Ch. 398 ; 12 S. L. 818, § 3. Xewburyport City R. R. Co. may enter on. § 4. N. C. R. R. Co. may sell, lease or mortgage its road and franchise to the E. R. R. Co., or contract for use of rolling-stock. § 6. E. R. R. Co. ma}-, by a certain vote, subscribe for stock of the N. C. R. R. Co. to an amount not exceeding §50,000. (June 21). Ch. 421 ; 12 S. L. 829, § 5. Not released from obligations in regard to Newburyport bridge, created by law or contract. [1826, ch. 164 ; 6 S. L. 448. 1846, ch. 245 ; 8 S. L. 654. 1817, ch. 203 ; 8 S. L. 787. 1864, ch. 228 ; 11 S. L. 572. 1867, ch. 337 ; 12 S. L. 350.] 1870— (Feb. 7). Ch. 9 ; 12 S. L. 873, § 2. Branch railroad of Bos- ton and Lowell R. R. Cor., from Milk Row station, in Somerville, to Mystic River R. R., may cross at grade, with provisions as to construction and maintenance of crossings, and running of trains. § 3. Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. may with said branch rail- road enter on, with reciprocal right in the E. R. R. Co. as to said Boston and Lowell R. R. (Feb. 17). Ch. 23; 12 S. L. 879. Authority of proprietors of tide meadows in Salisbury, to construct a dike at in- tersection of said E. R. R. with the town creek. (March 23). Ch. 129 ; 12 S. L. 930, § 1. May build a branch railroad from Essex to its main line, or to its Gloucester Branch. § 2. May increase its capital stock therefor, by an amount not exceeding $150,000. § 3. Town of Essex may raise money for said branch railroad. § 4. Said town may contract with E. R. R. Co. therefor, and raise money b}* loan or tax. § 5. Act not to take effect unless accepted by the E. R. R. Co. within four months. § 6. Location of said branch to be in three months, and the construction of the same to make void the act incorpo- rating the Essex Br. R. R. Co. (April 9). Ch. 164 ; 12 S. L. 951, § 2. Asbury Grove R. R. Co. may enter on, in Hamilton, with reciprocal right in E. R. R. Co., as to said A. G. R. R. ; and said E. R. R. Co. ma}' hire, or purchase, or contract for the construc- tion of. Eastern Railroad Company. 157 1870— (April 22). Res. ch. 23 ; Acts and Res. 327. Demand to be made by the treasurer of the Commonwealth for pay- ment of principal and interest of scrip and suit therefor. [1837, ch. 190 ; 7 S. L. 794. 1838, ch. 193; 8 S. L. 78. 1839, ch. 74; 8 S. L. 107. 1844, ch. 133 ; 8 S. L. 372. 1852, Res. ch. 82; Acts and Res. 301. 1857, ch. 220 ; 10 S. L. 728. 1873, Resolve, ch. 27 ; Acts and Res. 924. Discontinuance of proceedings against.] 1870— (June 1). Ch. 301 ; 12 S. L. 1020. Width of draws across Charles.and Miller's rivers, required by 1869, ch. 291 ; 12 S. L. 757, to be 38 feet. § 2. Concerning report upon wants of navigation and terminal facilities in Boston. 1871— (April 14). Ch. 184; Acts and Res. 557, § 1. Provisions for crossing at grade by the Massachusetts Central R. R. Co. §§ 4, 5. M. C. R. R. Co. may connect with, enter on and use, with consent, and purchase land of. (May 5). Ch. 248 ; Acts and Res. 598, § 3. Forest River R. R. Co. may enter on and use the E. R. R. and its Marblehead branch, with a reciprocal right in said E. R. R. Co., as to said F. R. R. R. § 4. F. R. R. R. Co. may lease its franchise and property to. (May 25). Ch. 337; Acts and Res. 669, § 1. Shall con- struct a draw of a certain width and location, in its bridge across Annisquam River in Gloucester. § 2. This act not binding until said town has constructed a cer- tain draw in the public way over the canal, and cleared out the canal to a certain depth. § 3. Provisions for recovery of cost, in case § 2 is not complied with. § 4. Construction of draw required by § 1, to be within four months after § 2 is complied with. § 5. The act to be void in a certain event. 1872— (Feb. 24). Ch. 36, Acts and Res. 34. Repeals that part of 1867, ch. 335 ; 12 S. L. 348, which forbids the laying of double track on the Saugus Branch, between Maiden ana? Lynn. 158 Eastern Railroad Company. 1872— (April 9). Ch. 182, Acts and Res. 133. Amending 1865, ch. 141, § 2 ; 11 S. L. 667, by new location of Marble- head and Lynn R. R. in Swampscott, from the E. R. R. to the Marblehead branch. (April 12). Ch. 194, Acts and Res. 142. May construct wharves in Salem, with the right to lay vessels by the same, subject to 1866, ch._149, § 4 ; and 1869, ch. 432. (May 7). Ch. 356 ; Acts and Res. 334, §§ 1, 2. May take certain land in Boston for a passenger depot and ter- minal facilities, occupied b}' the Boston and Maine R. R., under certain conditions ; restriction as to its use ; dam- ages to land-owners, including the Commonwealth. § 3. Time for taking land under 1869, ch. 291 ; 12 S. L. 757, extended one year. § 4. May increase capital stock, not exceeding $2,000,000, for the purposes of this act. 1873 — (April 14). Resolve, ch. 27; Acts and Res. 924. Discon- tinuance of legal proceedings against, under 1870 ch. 23 ; Acts and Res. 327. (May 2). Ch. 264; Acts and Res. 692. Boston Land Co. ma}', for excluding tide-water from marsh lands, fill the creek between Breed's Island and Revere, where it is crossed by the E. R. R. (June 11). Ch. 357 ; Acts and Res. 879, § 1. May make cer- tain contracts and exchanges of lands and franchises, in Somerville, Charlestown and Boston, with other com- panies, and alter location for discontinuing grade cross- ings and accommodating terminal business, and paj* mone}', and increase capital stock therefor to the amount expended — the authority subject to the approval of the railroad commissioners. § 2. The structures over tide-water to be subject to the approval of the harbor commissioners, and to general laws. § 3. Lands may, for said purposes, be purchased or condemned in mode prescribed, and if covered b}' tide-water, by approval of the harbor commissioners and the governor and council, with a further provision as to the Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. Portland, Saco and Portsmouth Railroad Company. 159 § 4. Reports to be made of doings under the act, to the railroad commissioners and by said commissioners to the next legislature. 1873— (June 11). Ch. 360 ; Acts and Res. 882, § 1. May construct additional tracks for freight purposes, in Charlestown, in mode prescribed, — and fill land and flats, subject to certain rights of the Commonwealth in the state prison lands as defined. § 2. May, within a year, take certain land for a freight station in Charlestown, and close up streets crossing the same, the owners of estates taken being entitled to abandon the whole to the company. § 3. Mode of assessing damages for the land taken. § 4. May increase capital stock to amount expended, not ex- ceeding $1,000,000. § 5. Land taken not to be exempt from taxation. § 6. Land covered by tide-water to be taken, with approval of the harbor commissioners, and compensation for Com- monwealth's land to be made to the satisfaction of the governor and council. EASTERN RAILROAD COMPANY. (A NEW HAMPSHIRE CORPORATION.) 1867— (May 6). Ch. 216 ; 12 S. L. 274. May form corporate union with the Eastern R. R. Co. of Massachusetts. [March v. Eastern R. R. Co., 40 New Hamp. R. 548 ; 43 id. 515.] See ^Eastern R. R. Co. of Massachusetts. PORTLAND, SACO AND PORTSMOUTH RAILROAD COMPANY. (A MAINE CORPORATION.) 1847— (March 11). Ch. 70 ; 8 S. L. 721. Boston and Maine R. R. Co. and the Eastern R. R. Co. may contract with, for the use and maintenance of. and the transportation of persons and freight upon. See Boston and Maine R. R. Co. Eastern R. R. Co. 160 Saugus Branch Railroad Company. SATJG-US BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1848— (April 28.) Ch. 231 ; 8 S. L. 956. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Sweetser's mills in Saugus to Boston and Maine R. 11. in Maiden. [1850, ch. 113 ; 9 S. L. 160. Route defined. 1851, ch. 155 ; 9 S. L. 321. Extension to Flax Pond in Lynn. 1851, ch. 306; 9 S. L. 401. New location authorized within three months. 1852, ch. 164 ; 9 S. L. 502. Change of location connecting with Eastern R. R. in Lynn. 1855, ch. 227 ; 10 S. L. 353. Dijcontinuance of a part in Maiden authorized.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $120,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. [1851, ch. 155 ; 9 S. L. 321, § 3 ; in- crease of $40,000 authorized.] § 4. Organization and location to be within two years, and completion within four years. [1850, ch. 113 ; 9 S. L. 160; location to be by October 28, 1850. 1852, ch. 164 ; 9 S. L. 502 ; time for completion extended to May 1, 1853.] § 5. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority, with a proviso. 1850— (March 23). Ch. 113 ; 9 S. L. 160, § 1. Route from Sweet- ser's mills in Saugus, to Boston and Maine R. R. defined. § 2. Location to be on or before October 28, 1850. 1851— (May 15). Ch. 155 ; 9 S. L. 321, § 1. Extension from Sweet- ser's mills in Saugus, to Flax Pond in Lynn, authorized. [1852, ch. 164 ; 9 S. L. 502, § 2 ; change of location so as to connect with the Eastern R. R. in Ljmn.] § 2, Privileges and liabilities as to extension. § 3. Capital stock may be increased by $40,000. § 4. Location of extension to be within one year, and comple- tion within two 3*ears. § 5. Conditions precedent to commencement of construction. (May 24). Ch. 306 ; 9 S. L. 401. May make and file new location within three months. 1852— (April 30). Ch. 164 ; 9 S. L. 502, § 1. Time for completion extended to Ma} r 1, 1853. § 2. Power to change location of extension authorized by 1851, ch. 155 ; 9 S. L. 321, so as to cross the Salem turnpike to the Eastern R. R. in Lynn. Marblehead Branch Railroad. 161 § 3. May dispose of its franchise to the Eastern R. R. Co., which may increase its capital stock on such transfer by $160,000. [Sale confirmed, 1858, ch. 18 ; 10 S. L. 784.] 1853— (March 19). Ch. 61 ; 9 S. L. 596. Terminus of Maiden canal at the southerly side of, in Maiden. 1854— (April 15). Ch. 310 : 10 S. L. 170, § 1. Eastern R. R. Co., authorized to construct a railroad from a point near the junction of the S. B. R. R. with the Boston and Maine R. R. [1855, ch. 227 ; 10 S. L. 353.] 1855— (April 26). Ch. 227; 10 S, L. 353. Eastern R. R. Co. and the S. B. R. R. Co. may discontinue the part of the S. B. R. R. between its junction with the Boston and Maine R. R., in Maiden, and a point on said S. B. R. R., 2,500 feet distant from said junction ; the act to be void if the extension authorized by 1854, ch. 310 ; 10 S. L. 170, is not constructed. 1858— (Feb. 13). Ch. 18 ; 10 S. L. 784. Sale of the franchise and property of, to the Eastern R. R. Co., under 1852, ch. 164 ; 9 S. L. 502, confirmed. 1867— (June 1). Ch. 335 ; 12 S. L. 348, § 1. Eastern R. R. Co. not authorized to lay a double track on the S. B. R. R. from Maiden to Lynn. [This provision repealed by 1872, ch. 36 ; Acts and Res. 34.] 1872— (Feb. 24). Ch. 36 ; Acts and Res. 34. . So much of 1867, ch. 335, § 1 ; 12 S. L. 348, as refuses authority to lay a double track from Maiden to Lynn repealed, v See Eastern R. R. Co. MARBLEHEAD BRANCH RAILROAD. (NOT A CORPORATION, BUT A BRANCH OF THE EASTERN R. R. CO.) 1871— (May 5). Ch. 248; Acts and Res. 598, §§ 2, 3. Forest River R. R. Co. may enter on. 1872 — (April 9). Ch. 182 ; Acts and Res. 133. Location of the Marblehead and Lynn R. R., from the Eastern R. R., in Swampscott, to the M. B. R. R., in Marblehead. See Eastern R. R. Go. 21 162 Marblehead and Lynn Railroad Company. MAEBLEHEAD AND LYNN BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1847— (April 20). Ch. 204; 8 S. L. 787. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Capital stock not to exceed $125,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 3. Location from Marblehead to Eastern R. R., in" Lynn. § 4. Organization and location to be within one year, and com- pletion within three years. § 5. May enter on Eastern R. R. in L} T nn. § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. Subject to use \>y other companies under legislative authority. MARBLEHEAD AND LYNN RAILROAD COMPANY. 1865— (April 8). Ch. 141 ; 11 S. L. 667. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Marblehead to Eastern R. R., east of Swampscott station. [Change of location authorized by 1872, ch. 182 ; Acts and Res. 133.] § 3. Said M. and L. R. R. Co., and the E. R. R. Co., may enter on each other. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $250,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 5. May sell or lease its railroad and franchise to said E. R. R. Co., which may increase its capital stock therefor by $250,000. 1867— (March 29). Ch. Ill ; 12 S. L. 222, § 1. Town of Marble- head may loan its credit to, or subscribe to the capital stock of, not exceeding $50,000. § 2. Said town may raise money therefor, by loan or tax. 1869— (Feb. 13). Ch. 18; 12 S. L. 600, revives 1865, ch. 141 ; 11 S. L. 667, and grants one year for organization, two years for location, and four years for construction. [Time extended, 1871, ch. 254; Acts and Res. 602. 1873, ch. 3 ; Acts and Res. 478.] 1871 — (May 5). Ch. 254; Acts and Res. 602. Time for organiza- tion and location extended two years. North Beverly Branch Railroad Company. 163 1872— (April 9). Ch. 182 ; Acts and Res. 133. Authorizes a loca- tion from its junction with the track of the Eastern R. R., in Swampscott, to the Marblehead Branch of the E. R. R. Co., in Marblehead, under the provisions of the General Railroad Law, 1872, ch. 53 — this location to be instead of that authorized by 1865, ch. 141 ; 11 S. L. 677. 1873— (Jan. 28). Ch. 3 ; Acts and Res. 478. Time for completion extended to May 5, 1874. FOREST RIVER RAILROAD COMPANY. 1871 — (May 5). Ch. 248 ; Acts and Res. 598. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Eastern R. R., in Salem, to the Marble- head branch of the E. R. R., northerly from its inter- section with the Forest River road. § 3. May enter on the E. R. R., with reciprocal right in the E. R. R. Co. § 4. May lease its railroad and franchise to the E. R. R. Co. § 5. Capital stock not to be less than $10,000, nor more than $25,000. § 6. Location to be within one year, and construction within two years. NORTH BEVERLY BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1851— (May 23). Ch. 242 ; 9 S. L. 357. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Eastern R. R., in Beverly, sixty rods south of North Beverly depot, to Wenham Pond. § 3. May enter on the E. R. R. § 4. May cross county road at grade or on a level. § 5. Capital stock to be $40,000 ; restriction on the issue of shares ; may hold real and personal estate. § 6. Location to be within one year, and construction within two years. § 7. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 8. Conditions precedent to the commencement of construc- tion. 164 Gloucester Branch Railroad. WENHAM LAKE BBANCH BAELBOAD COMPANY. 1863— (March 26). Ch. Ill ; 11 S. L. 383. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Beverly or Wenham, northerly of the North Beverly depot of the Eastern R. R., to the ice houses of B. C. Raymond, near Wenham Lake, with right to enter on Eastern R. R., by consent. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed 610,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Location to be within one }~ear, and construction within two years. [1865, ch. 79; 11 S. L. 637; time for construction extended to April 1, 1867.] 1865— (March 16). Ch. 79: 11 S. L. 637. Time for construction extended to April 1, 1867. GLOTJCESTEB BBABTCH BAXLBOAD. (NOT A CORPORATION, BUT A BRANCH OF THE EASTERN R. R. CO.) 1845— (March 26). Ch. 246; 8 S. L. 517, § 1. Eastern R. R. Co. may construct a branch railroad from Gloucester, through Manchester, Beverly, Essex, Hamilton and Wenham, or either of said towns, to the Eastern R. R., with leave to extend from Gloucester to Rockport. § 2. Increase of the capital stock of the E. R. R. Co. to the amount of $500,000 authorized. 1853— (May 16). Ch. 348; 9 S. L. 736, §§ 2, 5. Rockport R. R. Co. may enter on. [1860, ch. 32 ; 11 S. L. 18.] 1856— (May 28). Ch. 203 ; 10 S. L. 564. Highway in Manchester across, authorized. I860— (Feb. 20). Ch. 32; 11 S. L. 18, § 2. Rockport R. R. Co. may enter on. [1853, ch. 348 ; 9 S. L. 736.] 1866— (March 3). Ch. 58 ; 12 S. L. 22, § 3. Chebacco Branch R. R. Co. may enter on, with consent. 1867— (May 29). Ch. 287; 12 S. L. 320, § 4. Gloucester and Lanesville R. R. Co. may enter on. Rockport Railroad Company, J¥o. 1. 165 1869— (April 22). Ch. 183; 12 S. L. 685, § 3. ' Essex Branch R. R. Co. may enter on. 1870— (March 23). Ch. 129 ; 12 S. L. 930. Eastern R. R. Co. may- build a branch from Essex to. See Eastern R. R. Co. ROCKPORT RAILROAD COMPAITZ', No. 1. 1853— (May 16). Ch. 348 ; 9 S. L. 736. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Rockport to Gloucester Branch R. R. in Gloucester. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Organization and location to be within two years, and construction within four years. [1855, ch. 179 ; 10 S. L. 340; extends time to June 1, 1856. 1856, ch. 94; 10 S. L. 519 ; extends time to June 1, 1857.] § 5. May enter on the Eastern R. R. and the Gloucester Branch R. R. § 6. May transfer or lease road and property to the Eastern R. R. Co. 1855— (April 14). Ch. 179 ; 10 S. L. 340, § 1. Time for location and construction extended to June 1, 1856. § 2. May issue and sell bonds to the amount of $50,000, and mortgage the railroad to secure the same. (May 18). Ch. 395 ; 10 S. L. 434. Town of Rockport may subscribe to the capital stock of, to the amount of $20,000, and raise money therefor by loan or tax. 1856— (April 3). Ch. 94 ; 10 S. L. 519. Time for location and con struction extended to June 1, 1857. See Rockport R. R. Co., No. 2, 166 Rockport Railroad Company, No. 2. ROCKPORT RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 2. I860— (Feb. 20). Ch. 32 ; 11 S. L. 18. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Rockport to Gloucester Branch R. R. in Gloucester, with, right to enter on said G. B. R. R. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Location to be within two years, and construction within three j^ears. § 5. May sell and transfer its franchise, or lease its road and other property to the Eastern R. R. Co., or other com- pany. [1868, ch. 58 ; 12 S. L. 412 ; confirms sale to E. R. R. Co.] (Feb. 24). Ch. 34; 11 S. L. 20. Town of Rockport may subscribe to the capital stock of, not exceeding $50,000, and raise money therefor by loan or tax. [1862, ch. 78 ; 11 S. L. 284; authorizes additional subscription of $25,000.] 1862— (March 22). Ch. 78; 11 S. L. 284. Town of Rockport authorized to make an additional subscription of $25,000, and to raise money therefor by loan or tax. 1863— (March 12). Ch. 82; 11 S. L. 368, § 1. Town of Rock- port, represented by the selectmen at corporate meet- ings, may choose a majority of the directors while owning three-fourths of the capital stock. § 2. The provisions of § 5, ch. 63, of the General Statutes not to apply to, so far as inconsistent with the preceding section. 1867— (May 29). Ch. 287 ; 12 S. L. 320, §§ 2, 4. Gloucester and Lanesville R. R. Co. may enter on. 1868— (March 12). Ch. 58; 12 S. L. 412. Sale of, to the Eastern R. R. Co., under 1860, ch. 32, § 5 ; 11 S. L. 18, con- firmed ; the said E. R. R. Co. being authorized to increase its capital stock by $200,000. § 2. Restriction on the issue of shares. See Rockport R. R. Co., No. 1. Eastern R. R. Co. Gloucester and Lanesville Railroad Company. 167 GLOUCESTER AND LANESVILLE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1867— (May 29). Ch. 287 ; 12 S. L. 320. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Gloucester Branch R. R., or the Rock- port R. R., in Gloucester, to the village of Lanesville, in said G. \ § 3. Drawbridges required as directed by the county com- missioners. § 4. May enter the Gloucester Branch, or the Rockport R. R. § 5. May sell or lease its road and property to the Eastern R. R. Co., or contract with the E. R. R. Co. for use of its rolling-stock ; said E. R. R. Co. being authorized to increase its capital stock therefor by $200,000. § 6. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000 ; may hold real and and personal estate. § 7. E. R. R. Co. may subscribe to the capital stock of, not exceeding $75,000. § 8 Town of Gloucester may subscribe to, not exceeding $50,000. § 9. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. [1869, ch. 282 ; 12 S. L. 753 ; time for loca- tion extended to June 1, 1872, and for construction to June 1, 1874. 1872, ch. 39 ; Acts and Res. 35 ; time for location extended to June 1, 1875, and for completion to June 1, 1877.] 1869— (May 15). Ch. 282 ; 12 S. L. 753. Time for location extended to June 1, 1872, and for completion to June 1, 1874. 1872— (Feb. 26). Ch. 39 ; Acts and Res. 35. Time for location ex- tended to June 1, 1875, and for completion to June 1, 1877. See Eastern R. B. Co. ESSEX BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1869— (April 22). Ch. 183 ; 12 S. L. 685. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Essex to a point on the Eastern R. R., or its Gloucester Branch. § 3. May enter on and use either of the said railroads. § 4. May sell or lease its franchise and property to the E. R. R. Co. ' '■ ' '/ 168 Asbury Grove Railroad Company. § 5. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 6. Eastern R. R. Co. may subscribe for an amount not ex- ceeding one-third of the capital stock. § 7. Town of Essex may subscribe for capital stock of, to the amount of $50,000. § 8. Said town may pay therefor from its treasury, and raise the money b}^ loan or tax. § 9. Representation of said town as a stockholder at corporate meetings. § 10. Location to be within three years, and construction within five years. [1870, ch. 129 ; 12 S. L. 930 ; act of incorporation to be void in a certain event.] 1870— (March 23). Ch. 129 ; 12 S. L. 930, § 6. Act of incorpora- tion to be void on the construction by the Eastern R. R. Co. of a branch railroad from Essex to its main line or its Gloucester branch, and the opening of the same for use. 1871— (May 26). Ch. 357; Acts and Res. 703. May mortgage propert}' and franchise, for $40,000, on certain con- ditions. ASBURY GROVE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1870— (April 9). Ch. 164 ; 12 S. L. 951. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Eastern R. R., near its depot in Hamilton, to the Asbury Grove camp-ground in Hamilton, with reciprocal right in said A. G. R. R. Co., and the E. R. R. Co. to enter on each other, and with right in the for- mer, to lease or sell its road, franchise and property to the latter company, which ma}' contract for the con- struction of the railroad. § 3. Subject as to part on land of Asbury Camp-Meeting Asso- ciation to its regulation ; and said association may subscribe to its capital stock. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $50,000. § 5. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. Chebacco Branch Railroad Company, Nos. 1 & 2. 169 CHEBAOCO BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 1. 1848— (April 20). Ch. 128 ; 8 S. L. 909. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Great, or Foster's bridge in Essex, to East- ern R. R. in Ipswich, or Hamilton, near 22d milestone from Boston. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $50,000, with power to hold real and personal estate. § 4. May enter on said E. R. R. § 5. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thorit3 r . § 6. Organization and location to be within two years, and con- struction within three years. § 7. May transfer property and franchise to the said E. R. R. Co., with authority in the latter to increase its capital stock therefor by $50,000. § 8. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. See Chebacco Branch R. R. Co., Nos. 2 and 3. CHEBACCO BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 2. 1854— (March 3). Ch. 54 ; 10 S. L. 23. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Essex to Danvers and Georgetown R. R. in Wenham or Danvers, with authority to cross the Eastern R< R., and enter on said E. R. R., and said D. & G. R. R. § 3. Capital stock to be $90,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. May lease to, contract for running with, and receive to a limited amount, subscriptions to its capital stock from said E. R. R. Co., and said D. & G. R. R. Co., with a proviso. § 5. Location to be within one year, and construction within three } r ears. § 6. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. See Chebacco Branch R. R. Co., Nos. 1 and 3. 22 170 Newburyport City Railroad Company. OHEBAOCO BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 3. 1866— (March 3). Ch. 58 ; 12 S. L. 22. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Essex to Eastern R. R., near the 22d mile post, or to Gloucester Branch R. R. § 3. May enter on the Eastern R. R., or Gloucester Branch R. R., with consent of E. R. R. Co. § 4. May sell and transfer its franchise, or lease its road for a limited time, or perpetually, 'to the E. R. R. Co. § 5. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000. § 6. E. R. R. Co. may hold a portion of capital stock, not exceeding one-third. § 7. Town of Essex may subscribe for a limited amount of capital stock of, in manner prescribed. § 8. Said town may raise money therefor by loan or tax. § 9. Representation of said town at corporate meetings. § 10. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. See Chebacco Branch R. R. Co., Nos. 1 and 3. NEWBURYPORT CITY RAILROAD COMPANY. 1869— (June 12). Ch. 398 ; 12 S. L. 818. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Newbury port R. R., or Eastern R. R. in (Salisbury) Newbury or Newburyport, to Merrimack River, at tide-water in said Newburyport. [1870, ch. 357 ; 12 S. L 1045, amended.] § 3. May enter on said N. R. R., or Eastern R. R. (or both.) [1870, ch. 357 ; 12 S. L. 1045, amended.] § 4. May sell, lease or mortgage road and franchise to E. R. R. Co., or Boston and Maine R. R. Co. (or jointly), or contract for use of rolling-stock (or for the operation of the road). [1870, ch. 357 ; 12 S. L. 1045, amended.] § 5. Capital stock not to exceed $100,000. § 6. Said E. R. R. Co., and B. & M. R. R. Co., may subscribe to the capital stock of, with limitations. § 7. City of Newburyport may subscribe to the capital stock of, upon conditions. § 8. Location on streets, speed, mode of use and changes of grade on streets, how determined. § 9. Malicious injuries to railroad and property. Salisbury Branch Railroad Company. 171 § 10. Malicious obstruction of streets by. §11. Power of mayor and aldermen of Newburyport to discon- tinue streets not prevented by the act. § 12. May connect with Newbury and Amesbury Horse R. R., with consent, subject to reciprocal right in said company. § 13. Location to be within two 3'ears, and construction within four years. [1873, ch. 323 ; Acts and Res. 829 ; time for construction extended two years.] 1870— (June 13). Ch. 357 ; 12 S. L. 1045. Amending §§ 2, 3, 4, of 1869, ch. 398 ; 12 S. L. 818, and continuing liabilities and restrictions. 1873— (May 29). Ch. 323; Acts and Res. 829. Extends time for construction two years. SALISBURY BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY". 1844— (March 15). Ch. 109 ; 8 S. L. 360. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with location from the depot of Eastern R. R. in Salisbury, to a certain point in said Salisbury. § 2. Capital stock to be $50,000 ; may purchase and hold real and personal estate ; may sell or lease the whole or a part of the franchise to the Eastern R. R. Co. ; or if no sale or lease is made, may enter on the E. R. R. § 3. Location to be filed according to law, and completion to be within three years. [1846, ch. 180 ; 8 S. L. 630 ; time extended to Jan. 1, 1847. 1847, ch. 77 ; 8 S. L. 724 ; time for grading extended to June 1, 1847.] § 4. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 5. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. 1846— (April 6). Ch. 180 ; 8 S. L. 630, § 1. Revives 1844, ch. 109 ; 8 S. L. 360, except the third section. § 2. Location and completion of grading to be by Jan. 1, 1847. 1847— (March 12). Ch. 77 ; 8 S. L. 724. Extends time for grading to June 1, 1847. 1848— (April 26). Ch. 207; 8 S. L. 940, § 2. Salisbury and East Kingston R. R. Co. may enter on. 1869— (April 27). Ch. 202 ; 12 S. L. 694, § 4. Salisbury R. R. Co. may enter on. See Eastern B. R. Co. 172 Salisbury and East Kingston Railroad Go., JSFos. 1 & 2. SALISBURY AND EAST KINGSTON BAILKOAD COMPANY, No. 1. 1844— (March 15). Ch. 116 ; 8 S. L. 364. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with location from Amesbury or Salisbury to line of New Hampshire. § 2. Capital stock not to exceed $25,000 ; may hold real and personal estate ; may sell or lease the whole or a part of its railroad to Boston and Maine R. R. Co. § 3. Location to be according to law, and completion within three years. « § 4. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority ; reduction of tolls by the legislature. See Salisbury and East Kingston R. R. Co., No. 2. SALISBURY AND EAST KINGSTON BAILKOAD COMPANY, No. 2. 1848— (April 26). Ch. 207 ; 8 S. L. 940. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with location from the depot of Salisbur} 7 Branch R. R., in Salisbury, to line of New Hampshire. § 2. Capital stock not to exceed $40,000 ; may hold real and personal estate ; may sell or lease the whole or a part of said railroad to the Boston and Maine R. R. Co., or East- ern R. R. Co. ; may enter on Salisbury Branch R. R. in Salisbury. § 3. Location to be filed according to law, and completion to be within three years. § 4. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority ; reduction of tolls by the legislature. See Salisbury and East Kingston R. R. Co., No. 1. SALISBURY RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 1.* 1869— (April 27). Ch. 202 ; 12 S. L. 694. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Capital stock not to exceed $100,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 3. Location from the Exeter R. R. on the line of New Hamp- shire to Salisbur} r . § 4. May enter on the Salisbury Branch of the Eastern R. R. * Salisbury R. R. Co., No. 2, is a Connecticut corporation, referred to in 1867, ch. 346 ; 12 S. L. 363. Exeter and Salisbury Railway Company. 173 § 5. May form corporate union with the Exeter R. Co., of New Hampshire, under the name of the Exeter and Salisbury R. Co. § 6. Residence of officers of the united corporation for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 7. Separate accounts as to part of road in each state, to be adjusted by commissioners ; and annual reports. § 8. Corporation and stockholders as to part of road in each state to be subject to its laws. § 9. Four preceding sections to take effect upon similar legis- lation in New Hampshire, and acceptance by both companies. § 10. Location to be within two 3 r ears and construction within three years. [1871, ch. 227 ; Acts and Res. 586 ; time extended.] 1871— (April 27). Ch. 226 ; Acts and Res. 586. Time for location and construction extended two years. See Exeter and Salisbury R. Co. EXETER RAILWAY COMPANY. (A NEW HAMPSHIRE CORPORATION.) 1869— (April 27). Ch. 202 ; 12 S. L. 694, §§ 5-9. Corporate union with the Salisbury R. R. Co. authorized under the name of the Exeter and Salisbiuy R. Co. See Exeter and Salisbury R. Co. EXETER AND SALISBURY RAILWAY COMPANY. 1869— (April 27). Ch. 202 ; 12 S. L. 694, §§ 5-9. May be formed by the corporate union of the Salisbury R. R. Co., and the Exeter R. Co., of New Hampshire, under above name, with provisions as to residence of one or more directors ; separate accounts as to part of road in each state ; duties and liabilities of road and stockholders in each state ; the requirement of similar legislation in New Hampshire, and acceptance by both companies. (June 12). Ch. 392; 12 S. L. 814, § 1. City of Newbury- port may subscribe to the capital stock of, to a limited amount. 174 West Amesbury Branch Railroad Company. § 2. Representation of the city as a stockholder at corporate meetings. 1870— (March 11). Ch. 71 ; 12 S. L. 907. May lease its road and franchise to any responsible railroad company connect- ing with it. (May 27). Ch. 289 ; 12 S. L. 1013. Town of Salisbury may subscribe to the capital stock of, to a limited amount, with provisions as to raising money therefor and repre- sentation at corporate meetings. 1871— (April 27). Ch. 226; Acts and Res. 586. Time of loca- tion and construction of Salisbury R. R. extended two years. See Salisbury B. R. Co., No. 1. WEST AMESBURY BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1868— (May 8). Ch. 188 ; 12 S. L. 478. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Four Corners in West Amesbury to line of New Hampshire, to connect with a road to the Boston and Maine R. R., in said N. H., with choice of two routes from state line. [1869, ch. 401 ; 12 S. L. 821 ; change of location authorized.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $150,000 ; may hold real and personal property. § 4. If built in Haverhill, may enter on said B. & M. R. R., with a reciprocal right in said B. & M. R. R. Co. § 5. If authorized by the state of N. H., may construct and maintain either line in said state for forming a connec- tion with the B. & M. R. R. § 6. Location between West Amesbur} 7 and the Boston and Maine R. R. hy one of the two routes to be within two }-eai-s, and construction within three jears. [1870, ch. 279 ; 12 S. L. 1005, § 1 ; time extended two years.] 1869— (April 17). Ch. 175 ; 12 S. L. 678, § 3. Amesbury R. R. Co. and said W. A. Br. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. (May 26). Ch. 319 ; 12 S. L. 770. Town of Amesbury may subscribe to a limited amount of the capital stock of. § 2. Representation of said town, at corporate meetings. Amesbury Railroad Company. 175 1869— (June 12). Ch. 401 ; 12 S. L. 821, § 1. New location author- ized from West Amesbury to the Newburyport R. E. in Groveland. § 2. Towns of Groveland and West Newbury may subscribe for the stock of, to a limited amount. § 3. Said towns may raise money therefor by loan or tax. § 4. Representation of said towns at corporate meetings. § 5. Said W. A. Br. R. R. Co. may lease its road to any other railroad corporation. 1870— (May 25). Ch. 279 ; 12 S. L. 1005, § 1. Time for location and construction extended two years. § 2. May sell or lease its railroad and franchise to any other railroad company, or contract for its use and operation. 1873— (Jan. 30). Ch. 8 ; Acts and Res. 485, § 1. May form a cor- porate union with the West Amesbury Branch R. R. Co. of New Hampshire. § 2. Residence of officers for service of process and notices. § 3. Separate accounts as to part of road in each state to be adjusted by commissioners ; and annual reports. AMESBURY RAILROAD COMPANY. 1869— (April 17). Ch. 175 ; 12 S. L. 678. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Mills village in Amesbury to West Amesbury. § 3. May enter on the West Amesbury Branch R. R. and the Eastern R. R. in Salisbury Mills village, with reciprocal right in those companies as to the Amesbury R. R. ; with right of the Eastern R. R. .to change its location and grade, and build a bridge over the Powow River. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $150,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 5. Town of Amesbury may subscribe for a limited amount of the capital stock of. § 6. Representation of the town as a stockholder at corporate meetings. § 7. Location to be within two years, and for construction within three years. [1872, ch. 75 ; Acts and Res. 59 ; time for location extended to April 1, 1873, and for construction to April 1, 1874.] 1872— (March 8). Ch. 75 ; Acts and Res. 59. Time for location ex- tended to April 1, 1873, and for construction to April 1, 1874. 176 Salem and Lowell Railroad Company. SALEM AND LOWELL RAILROAD COMPANY. 1848— (April 26). Ch. 228 ; 8 S. L. 950. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Salem to the Lowell and Lawrence R. R. in Tewksbury, and thence on said L. & L. R. R. to Lowell, with the choice of another location in part. [Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. v. Salem and Lowell R. R. Co., 2 Gray R. 1.] [1851, ch. 128 ; 9 S. L. 308. Connection with the Essex R. R. 1866, ch. 107 ; 12 S. L. 42. Passenger depots in South Danvers.] § 3. Bridge and draw over North River at Salem. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $400,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 5. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 6. Location to be within one year, and construction within three years. [1849, ch. 10 ; 9 S. L. 3 ; time for loca- tion extended to April 26, 1850.] § 7. May enter on and use the Essex R. R. at Danvers or Sa- lem, and the Lowell and Lawrence R. R. at Tewksbury, under certain conditions. § 8. Right to cross the Boston and Maine R. R. with con- ditions and a remedy for the violation thereof. [1851, ch. 196 ; 9 S. L. 337. Repeals part of restrictions. 1852, ch. 118; 9 S. L. 476. Authorizes a connection with B. & M. R. R. and repeals inconsistent acts.] § 9. Essex R. R. Co. may build the part of the route between Salem and the New Mills in Danvers, described in § 2, under a certain condition. 1849— (Feb. 9). Ch. 10 ; 9 S. L. 3. Time for location extended to April 26, 1850. 1851— (May 14). Ch. 128; 9 S. L. 308, § 1. May enter on the Eastern R. R. from the Essex R. R. in Salem. § 2. May enter on the Essex R. R. at South Danvers and use a portion thereof, with branches ; maj T construct branch tracks ; provisions as to the use of turntables and depot accommodations of the Essex R. R. § 4. In relation to the use of a portion of the Essex R. R. by the S. & L. R. R. Co. and two other companies. § 5. Compensation for such use to the Essex R. R. Co., and mode of determining the same. Salem and Lowell Railroad Company. Ill § 6. Liability for accidents on Essex R. R. § 8. Right of the S. & L. R. R. Co., upon the failure of the Essex R. R. Co. to consent to the provisions of the act, to extend from South Danvers to Salem and maintain tracks, the location and construction to be within two years. 1851— (May 21). Ch. 196 ; 9 S. L. 337, § 2. Part of restrictions relating to stopping of cars for passengers or merchan- dise within one mile of Boston and Maine R. R., con- tained in 1848, ch. 223, § 8 ; 8 S. L. 950, repealed. § 3. Act not to authorize the cars of Boston and Maine R. R. Co., or other corporation or person, to be drawn over track of Salem and Lowell R. R. Co., or vice versa. [1852, ch. 118; 9 S. L. 476; authorizes connection with B. & M. R. R. and repeals inconsistent acts.] 1852— (March 15). Ch. 32 ; 9 S. L. 428, § 2. Danvers R. R. Co. may cross, enter on and use. (April 20). Ch. 118; 9 S. L. 476, §§ 1, 2. Boston and Maine R. R. Co. may enter on and use, with reciprocal right in the S. & L. R. R. Co. [Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. v. Salem and Lowell R. R. Co., 2 Gray R. 1.] § 3. Inconsistent provisions repealed. [1848, ch. 228, $ 8; 8 S. L. 950. 1851, ch. 196, § 3 ; 9 S. L. 337.] 1855— (May 18). Ch. 386 ; 10. S. L. 428, § 1. May make arrange- ments with Lowell and Lawrence R. R. Co. and Boston and Maine R. R. Co., for the use in common of their several railroads between Lowell and Boston. § 2. Damages to land owners. § 3. Use in common authorized by the first section defined and regulated. § 4. First two sections to take effect on acceptance by the cor- porations aforesaid, and the last two on passage of the act. [Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. v. Salem and Lowell R. R. Co., 2 Gray R. 1. Peabody v. Flint, 6 Allen R. 52.] 1856— (May 8). Ch. 161; 10 S. L. 548, § 1. May enter on and use the Boston and Lowell R. R. from the Lowell and Lawrence R. R. ; the B. & L. R. R. Co. and the S. & L. R. R. Co. to have the rights of connecting railroad corporations. 23 178 Newburyport Railroad Company. § 2. Act to take effect on acceptance by the B. & L. R. R. Cor. and the S. & L. R. R. Co. 1857— (May 30). Ch. 263 ; 10 S. L. 754, §§ 1, 2. Concerning trains to be run by the Boston and Maine R. R. Co., from the point of intersection of the S. & L. R. R. and the Dan- vers R. R. [Repealed by 1860, ch. 63 ; 11 S. L. 37.] 1860— (March 10). Ch. 63; 11 S. L. 37. Repeals 1857, ch. 263; 10 S. L. 754, concerning Danvers R. R. Co. and Boston and Maine R. R. Co. 1866— (March 26). Ch. 107; 12 S. L. 42. May change passenger depot in South Danvers. 1869— (Feb. 15). Ch. 24 ; 12 8. L. 603. May hold annual meetings in Lowell or Salem, as the directors may determine. (June 23). Ch. 459 ; 12 S. L. 844, § 5. Great Northern R. R. Co. may purchase. NEWBURYPORT RAILROAD COMPANY. 1846— (March 11). Ch. 90 ; 8 S. L. 556. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Newburyport to Georgetown Corner. [1848, ch. 285; 8 S. L. 986. New location from Newburyport to Boston and Maine R. R. at Bradford. 1854, ch. 190 ; 10 S. L. 96. New location authorized, with a branch from New- bury to Merrimack River in Newburyport. 1855, ch. 62 ; 10 S. L. 300, and 1856, ch. 88 ; 10 S. L. 517. Branch from Bradford to Haverhill bridge. 1864, ch. 233; 11 S. L. 574. Railway tracks in the streets of Newburyport to deep water of Merrimack River. 1846, ch. 90 ; 8 S. L. 556, § 7. Corporate union with Georgetown Br. R. R. Co. 1853, ch. 276 ; 9 S. L. 708. Corporate union with Danvers & Georgetown R. R. Co. 1855, ch. 14 ; 10 S. L. 279. " " " " " " " " 1853, ch. 276 ; 9 S. L. 708. Corporate union with the Danvers R. R. Co.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Organization and location to be by Sept. 1, 1847, and com- pletion by Sept. 1, 1849. [1849, ch. 94 ; 9 S. L. 44. Time for completion extended one year. 1850, ch. 140 ; 9 S. L. 167. " " " " to October 1, 1851. 1851, ch. 104; 9 S. L. 296. " " " " " October 1, 1852.] § 5. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. Newburyport Railroad Company . 179 § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. Corporate union with the Georgetown Branch R. R. Co. authorized. 1848— (May 9). Ch. 285 ; 8 S. L. 986. Change of location author- ized, with route defined from Newburyport to Boston and Maine R. R. at Bradford ; previous subscriptions not binding in case of such change of location. § 2. Powers and liabilities as to such new location. § 3. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. • § 4. Location to be within one year, and completion within three years. 1849— (April 9). Ch. 94 ; 9 S. L. 44. Time for completion limited by 1846, ch. 90, § 4 ; 8 S. L. 556, extended one year. (May 2). Ch. 199 ; 9 S. L. 93, § 2. Georgetown and Andover R. R. Co. may enter on, in Georgetown. 1850— (April 2). Ch. 140 ; 9 S. L. 167. Time for construction ex- tended to October 1, 1851. 1851— (May 7). Ch. 104; 9 S. L. 296. Time for construction ex- tended to October 1, 1852. (May 21). Ch. 212 ; 9 S. L. 344, § 2. Location of the West Newbury R. R., beginning at the passenger depot of, in Georgetown. 1852— (April 30). Ch. 167 ; 9 S. L. 503, § 1. Danvers and George- town R. R. Co. may enter on, at Georgetown. 1853— (May 2). Ch. 276 ; 9 S. L. 708. May form corporate uMon with the Danvers and Georgetown R. R. Co. and the Danvers R. R. Co., under the name of the Newburyport R. R. Co. [1855, ch. 14 ; 10 S. L. 279.] 1854— (March 28). Ch. 190 ; 10 S. L. 96, § 1. May locate anew and extend its road within authorized limits ; and construct a branch from its railroad in Newbury to the Merrimack River in Newburyport, and thence across wharves, with authority to cross the Eastern R. R. ; powers and duties as to such new location. § 2. Locations authorized above, to be within one year, and construction within two years. [1855, ch. 216 ; 10 S. L. 350 ; time extended to October 1, 1856.] 180 Newburyport Railroad Company. 1855— (Feb. 9). Ch. 14 ; 10 S. L. 279, § 1. May form a corporate union with the Danvers and Georgetown R. R. Co., un- der the name of the Newburyport R. R. Co. [1853, ch. 276 ; 9 S. L. 708.] § 2. New corporation thus formed may issue bonds to the amount of §300,000, and mortgage its railroad, franchise and property to secure the same, upon certain conditions. (March 16). Ch. 62 ; 10 S. L. 300, § 1. May construct a branch from its railroad in Bradford, across Merrimack River to Haverhill bridge'in Haverhill, with a draw in said bridge ; conditions precedent to the commencement of construction ; location to be within one year, and construction two years. [1856, ch. 88 ; 10 S. L. 517, extends time for location to October 1, 1856.] • § 2. Ma}* purchase the Haverhill bridge, or rights therein, with the rights of the public therein to remain. (April 21). Ch. 216; 10 S. L. 350. Time for location and construction of branch to the Merrimack River in New- buryport, authorized by 1854, ch. 190; 10 S. L. 96, extended to October 1, 1856, with right to discontinue a part thereof, by filing a plan. 1856— (April 3). Ch. 88 ; 10 S. L. 517. Time for location of branch railroad from Bradford to Haverhill bridge, under 1855, ch. 62 ; 10 S. L. 300, extended to October 1, 1856. 1857— (May 30). Ch. 263 ; 10 S. L. 754, §§ 1, 2. Duty of the Bos- ton and Maine R. R. Co. as to running trains and trans- porting passengers, merchandise and cars to and from the N. R. R., and how to be determined. § 3. Validity of contract of, dated Ma}' 27, 1853, not affirmed. [Act repealed by 1860, ch. 63 ; 11 S. L. 37.] 1860— (March 10). Ch. 63 ; 11 S. L. 37. Repeals 1857, ch. 263; 10 S. L. 754, as to duty of Boston and Maine R. R. Co. in running certain trains to and from the N. R. R. 1864— (May 12). Ch. 233; 11 S. L. 574. May construct railway tracks from its terminus on Pond street in Newbury- port, over streets to the wharves and deep water of the Merrimack River ; with various provisions regulating the use thereof, and the repair and use of streets, and authorizing the use of the tracks of the Newburyport and Amesbury Horse R. R. Co., and a connection of tracks. Danvers and Georgetown Railroad Company. 181 1869— (June 12). Ch. 398 ; 12 S. L. 818, § 3. Newburyport City R. R. Co. may enter on. (June 12). Ch. 401; 12 S. L. 821, § 1. West Amesbury Branch R. R. Co. may enter on the railroad in Grove- land " in the possession and use of the Boston and Maine R. R. Co., known as the Newbmyport R. R." DANVERS AND GEORGETOWN RAILROAD COMPANY. 1851— (May 7.) Ch. 125 ; 9 S. L. 306. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Georgetown to North Danvers, connecting with the Essex R. R. [Location changed, enlarged or extended. 1851, ch. 212; 9 S. L. 344. Corporate union with West Newbnry R. R. Co. 1852, ch. 32 ; 9 S. L. 428. Corporate union with Danvers R. R. Co. 1853, ch. 276 ; 9 S. L. 708. Corporate union with the Newburyport R. R. Co. and Danvers R. R. Co. 1855, ch. 14 ; 10 S. L. 279. Corporate union with the Newburyport R. R. Co.] § 3. Capital stock to be $130,000 ; may hold real and personal estate ; conditions precedent to commencement of con- struction. § 4. Location to be within two years, and construction within three years. [1854, ch. 1 ; 10 S. L. 1 ; time for con- struction extended to Sept. 1, 1854.] § 5. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. (May 21). Ch. 212 ; 9 S. L. 344, § 2. West Newbury R. R. Co. may enter on and use. § 3. W. N. R. R. Co. may contract with the D. & G. R. R. Co. to run its road. § 5. Said companies may form a corporate union under the name of the Danvers and Georgetown R. R. Co. 1852— (March 15). Ch. 32 ;-9 S. L. 428, § 2. Danvers R. R. Co. may enter on in North Danvers and use. § 4. D. R. R. Co. may form corporate union with, under the name of Danvers and Georgetown R. R. Co. (April 30.) Ch. 167 ; 9 S. L. 503. May enter on the New- bur} r port R. R. at Georgetown ; may contract with the Boston and Maine R. R. Co., or the Eastern R. R. Co., to operate the road or lease the same to them. 182 Danvers Railroad Company . 1853— (May 2). Ch. 276 ; 9 S. L. 708. May form a corporate union with Newburyport R. R. Co. and Danvers R. R. Co., under the name of the Newburyport R. R. Co., with power until a union to make contracts with each other for operating and leasing. [1852, ch. 32 ; 9 S. L. 428. 1855, ch. 14; 10 S. L. 279.] 1854— (Jan. 28). Ch. 1 ; 10 S. L. 1. Time for construction extended to Sept. 1, 1854. (March 3). Ch. 54 ; 10 S. L. 23, § 2. Chebacco Branch R. R. Co. may enter on, in Wenham or Danvers. § 4. Chebacco Branch R. R. Co. may lease its road to, and contract with, for operating the same ; may receive sub- scriptions from, to an amount not exceeding $30,000. 1855— (Feb. 9). Ch. 14 ; 10 S. L. 279, § 1. May form a corporate union with Newburyport R. R. Co., under the name of Newburyport R. R. Co. [1853, ch. 276 ; 9 S. L. 708.] § 2. New corporation authorized to issue bonds to the amount of $300,000, and secure the same by a mortgage of the franchise and property, with restrictions on the issue of the bonds. See Newburyport R. B. Co. DAKTVERS RAILROAD COMPANY. 1852— (March 15). Ch. 32 ; 9 S. L. 428. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Danvers and Georgetown R. R., in North Danvers, to the Boston and Maine R. R., or the South Reading Branch R. R., in South Reading, with right to cross and enter on certain roads. [1855, ch. 1 ; 10 S. L. 276 ; may file location anew on land in actual occupation.] § 3. Capital stock to be $100,000, with restrictions as to issue of shares ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Ma} 7 form a corporate union with the Danvers and George- town R. R. Co., under the name of the latter. [1852, ch. 167 ; 9 S. L. 503. 1853, ch. 276 ; 9 S. L. 708.] § 5. Location to be within one year and construction within two years. [1854, ch. 1 ; 10 S. L. 1. Time for construction extended to Sept. 1, 1854. 1855, ch. 1 ; 10 S. L. 276. " " " " « June 1, 1855.] Danvers Railroad Company. 183 § 6. Subject to use by other companies under legislative authority. § 7. Conditions precedent to the commencement of construction. 1852— (April 30). Ch. 167 ; 9 S. L. 503. May lease road to Boston and Maine R. R. Co., or to Eastern R. R. Co., and if united with the Danvers and Georgetown R. R. Co., the latter may contract for operating it. [1852, ch. 32 ; 9 S. L. 428.] 1853— (May 2). Ch. 276 ; 9 S. L. 708. May form corporate union with Newburyport R. R. Co. and Danvers and George- town R. R. Co., under the name of the first-named com- pany ; may receive subscriptions to its capital stock from certain railroad companies, not exceeding $40,000. [1852, ch. 32 ; 9 S. L. 428. 1852, ch. 167 ; 9 S. L. 703.] • 1854— (Jan. 28). Ch. 1 ; 10 S. L. 1. Time for construction extended • to Sept. 1, 1854. 1855— (Jan 29). Ch. 1 ; 10 S. L. 276. Time for construction ex- tended to June 1, 1855 ; may file anew the location of railroad on land in its actual occupation. (March 9). Ch. 42 ; 10 S. L. 292. May sell franchise and property to the Boston and Maine R. R. Co., on certain conditions. 1857— (May 30). Ch. 263 ; 10 S. L. 754, § 1. Boston and Maine R. R. Co. required to run certain trains from Boston to the D. R. R., and accommodate the public along the line of the D. R. R. § 2. Proceedings to be taken in case of disagreement as to the number of trains, or in other respects. § 3. Act not to affect the rights of the Danvers R. R. Co. under its lease to the B. & M. R. R. Co., of March 1, 1855, nor deprive it of a fair compensation for its business. [Act repealed by 1860, ch. 63 ; 11 S. L. 37.] 1860— (March 10). Ch. 63; 11 S. L. 37. Repeals 1857, ch. 263; 10 S. L. 754, concerning the Boston and Maine R. R. Co. and the D. R. R. Co. See Newburyport R. R. Co. Boston and Maine R. R. Co., No.. 1. 184 Georgetown Branch Railroad Company. GEORGETOWN AND AKTOOVEE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1849— (May 2). Ch. 199 ; 9 S. L. 93. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Newburyport E. E., in Georgetown, to the Essex E. E., near the north parish in Andover, with right to enter on and use the Newburyport E. E. and the Essex E. E. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $150,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Eeduction of tolls hx the legislature. § 5. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 6. Location to be by Sept. 1, 1850, and construction by Sept. 1, 1851. [1852, ch. 160 ; 9 S. L. 499 ; time for location and construction extended two years.] 1852— (April 30). Ch. 160 ; 9 S. L. 499. Time for location and construction extended two j'ears. ,• GEORGETOWN BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1844— (March 11). Ch. 83 ; 8 S. L. 347. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Boston and Maine E. E., in Bradford, to Georgetown Corner. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $100,000 ; ma} 7 hold real estate. § 4. Eeduction of fares b}~ the legislature ; subject to use by other companies under legislative authority. § 5. Ma} T be merged in Boston and Maine E. E. § 6. May enter on and unite with the B, & M. E. E., under certain conditions. § 7. Location to be filed according to law, and construction to be within three 3*ears. [1846, ch. 90 ; 8 S. L. 556 ; time for location extended to Sept. 1, 1847, and for completion to Sept. 1, 1849.] (March 16). Ch. 141 ; 8 S. L. 386, § 4. Georgetown and Danvers E. E. Co. may contract with, for business pur- poses and, if unable to make terms, ma}' enter on and use. 1846— (March 11). Ch. 90 ; 8 S. L. 556, § 7. May form corporate union with Newbuiyport E. E. Co., under the name of the N. E. E. Co. ; time for location extended to Sept. 1, 1847, and for completion to Sept. 1, 1849. See Newburyport R. R. Co. West Newbury Railroad Company. 185 GEORGETOWN AND DANVEBS BAILBOAD COMPANY. 1844— (March 16). Ch. 141 ; 8 S. L. 386. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the village of Georgetown to Eastern R. R., in Salem. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $300,000 ; may hold real estate. § 4. May contract with the Eastern R. R. Co. and the George- town Branch R. R. Co. for the accommodation of business, and, if terms cannot be made, may enter on. § 5. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 6. Location to be filed according to law, and construction, with at least one track, to be within three years. WEST NEWBTTBY BATT.BOAD COMPANY. 1851— (May 21). Ch. 212 ; 9 S. L. 344. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the passenger depot of the Newburyport R. R., in Georgetown, to Rocks bridge, in West New- bury, with authority to cross said N. R. R., and to enter on the Danvers and Georgetown R. R. § 3, May contract with the D. & G. R. R. Co. for running the railroad. § 4. Capital stock to be $50,000, with provisions as to issue of shares and holding real and personal estate. . § 5. May form a corporate union with said D. & G. R. R. Co., under the name of the D. & G. R. R. Co. § 6. Location to be within two years and construction within three years. § 7. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 8. Conditions precedent to commencement of construction. See Danvers and Georgetown R. R. Co. 24 186 Andover and Wilmington Railroad Corporation. ANDOVEE AND •WILMINGTON BATTiROAD CORPORATION. 1833— (March 15). Ch. 109 ; 7 S. L. 336. Original charter. § 1 . Grants corporate powers ; location from the south parish meeting-house, in Andover, to the Boston and Lowell R. R., in Wilmington, with provisions as to width of road, taking land and damages. [Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. v. Boston and Maine R. R., 5 Cushing R. 375.] [Location changed, enlarged of extended. 1835, ch. 134 ; 7 S. L. 563. Railroad from Andover to Haverhill ; new location of road. 1837, ch. 113 ; 7 S. L. 762. Branch from Bradford to the state line.] § 2. Capital stock to be one thousand shares with provisions as to choice of officers. [1835, ch. 134 ; 7 S. L. 563. Increase of, not exceeding 2,000 shares. 1837, ch. 113 ; 7 S. L. 762. " " " 1,000 " § 3. Powers of officers ; assessments upon shares, and sale thereof for non-payment. § 4. Tolls, and the reduction thereof, by the legislature. § 5. Toll-houses. §§ 6, 7. Damages to land owners and parties under disability. § 8. Malicious injuries to the railroad and property. § 9. Right of voting at corporate meetings. § 10. Crossing of public and private ways. § 11. Power of the state, on certain conditions, to purchase; reports to the legislature. § 12. Location to be before June 1, 1834, and construction on or before Jan. 1, 1836. [1834, ch. 175 ; 7 S. L. 484. Time for location extended six months. 1835, ch. 134; 7 S. L. 563. Time for construction extended to Jan. 1, 1838.] § 13. May enter on Boston and Lowell R. R. § 14. Repair of bridges over public and private ways. 1834— (March 31). Ch. 175; 7 S. L. 484. Time for location ex- tended six months. 1835— (April 7). Ch. 134 ; 7 S. L. 563, § 1. May construct a rail- road from the south parish in Andover to Haverhill on either of two routes described. [Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. v. Boston and Maine R. R., 5 Cushing R. 375.] § 2. Powers and duties ; taking of land outside of location ; power of the state to purchase. § 3. Capital stock may be increased b} r an amount not ex- ceeding 2,000 shares. Andover and Haverhill Railroad Corporation. 187 § 4. Subscription and location to be before Feb. 1, 1837, and construction before Dec. 1, 1839. § 5. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 6. May file new location ; taking of materials outside of location ; time for construction extended to Jan. 1, 1838. 1837— (April 5). Ch. 113; 7 S. L. 762, § 1. May build a branch railroad, with location from the Merrimack River, in Bradford, to state line of New Hampshire, by either of three described routes. [Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. v. Boston and Maine R. R., 5 Cushing R. 375.] § 2. Powers and liabilities. § 3. May increase capital stock not exceeding 1,000 shares. § 4. Location to be before Feb. 1, 1839, and construction be- fore Dec. 1, 1841. § 5. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 6. Name of corporation changed to Andover and Haverhill R. R. Cor. See Andover and Haverhill R. R. Cor. Boston and Portland R. R. Cor. Boston and Maine R. R. Co. ANDOVER AND HAVERHILL RAILROAD CORPORATION. .1837— (April 5). Ch. 113; 7 S. L. 762, § 6. Name changed from Andover and Wilmington R. R. Cor. [Location and capital stock, see Andover and "Wilmington It. R. Cor. 1839, ch. 82 ; 8 S. L. 109. Capital stock increased $150,000.] (April 18). Ch.^188; 7 S. L. 792, § 1. Issue of the Com- monwealth's scrip to the amount of $100,000 in aid of the completion of. §§ 2, 3. Conditions of said loan. [1839, ch. 145 ; 8 S. L. 140 ; additional loan.] 1839— (April 3). Ch. 82 ; 8 S. L. 109, § 1. May increase capital stock by $150,000 for completion to the state line. § 2. Name changed to Boston and Portland Railroad Cor. See Andover and Wilmington R. R. Cor. Boston and Portland R. R. Cor. Boston and Maine R. R. Co. 188 Boston and Portland Railroad Corporation. BOSTON AND PORTLAND RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1839— (April 3). Ch. 82 ; 8 S. L. 109, § 2. Name changed from Andover and Haverhill R. R. Cor. [Location and capital stock, see Andover and Haverhill R. R. Cor., and Andover and Wilmington R. R. Cor.] (April 9). Ch. 145 ; 8 S. L. 140, § 1. Issue of the Common- wealth's scrip to the amount of $50,000 in aid of the completion of railroad to the state line. §§ 2, 3. Conditions of said loan. [1837, ch. 188 ; 7 S. L. 792.] 1841— (March 6). Ch. 56 ; 8 S. L. 202, § 1. Corporate union made with the Boston and Maine R. R. Co. of New Hamp- shire, under name of Boston and Maine R. R. Co. § 2. Residence of officers for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 3. Separate accounts as to parts of road in each state, to be adjusted by commissioners. § 4. Duties and liabilities as to the part of the road in this state. § 5. Act to take effect upon similar legislation in New Hamp- shire and its acceptance by both corporations. See Andover and Wilmington B. B. Cor. Andover and Haverhill B. B. Cor. Boston and Maine B. B. Co. BOSTON AND MAINE RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 1. 1841— (March 6). Ch. 56: 8 S. L. 202, § 1. Formed by the union of the Boston and Portland R. R. Cor. and the Boston and Maine R. R. Co. of New Hampshire. [For location, see Boston and Portland R. R. Cor., Andover and Haverhill R R. Cor., Andover and Wilmington R. R. Cor., Boston and Maine R. R. Extension Co. Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. r. Boston and Maine R. R., 5 Cashing R. 375. Location changed, enlarged or extended. 1843, ch. 90; 8 S. L. 308. Corporate union with Maine, N. H., and Mass. R. R. Cor., of Maine, established. 1844, ch. 83 ; 8 S. L. 347. Corporate union with Georgetown Br. R. R. Co. 1844, ch. 116 ; 8 S. L. 364. May receive franchise of Salisbury and East Kings- ton R. R. Co. 1845, ch. 159 ; 8 S. L. 469. Corporate union with Boston and Maine R. R. Ex- tension Co. 1846, ch. 75 ; 8 S. L. 549. Change of location in Andover ; branch from Andover to Methuen. 1848, ch. 322 ; 8 S. L. 1014. Change of location of branch in Methuen. 1846, ch. 212 ; 8 S. L. 640. May receive franchise of Chelsea Branch R. R. Co. Boston and Maine Railroad Company , No. 1. 189 1847, ch. 238 ; 8 S. L. 802. May receive franchise of Stoneham Branch R. R. Co. 1851, ch. 139; 9 S. L. 314. " " " " " « " " 1848, ch. 207 ; 8 S. L. 940. May receive franchise of Salisbury and East Kings- ton R. R. Co. 1848, ch. 292 ; 8 S. L. 988. Eastern R. R. Co. may take part of bridge of, across Charles and Miller's rivers. 1869, ch. 343 ; 12 S. L. 781. May widen and extend bridge over Charles and Miller's rivers. 1855, ch. 42 ; 10 S. L. 292. May purchase franchise of Danvers R. R. Co. 1855, ch. 141 ; 10 S. L. 325. Amended location on land in possession authorized ; location in Lawrence confirmed. 1855, ch. 371 ; 10 S. L. 418. May widen bridge across Charles River. 1855, ch. 375 ; 10 S. L. 419. Eastern R. R. Co. may remove part of pier in bridge of, across Charles River. 1859, ch. 115 ; 10 S. L. 878. May re-locate and widen road between the " island" and Somerville. 1861, ch. 176 ; 11 S. L. 215. Certain flats of the Commonwealth may be sold or leased to. 1866, ch. 102 ; 12 S. L. 40. Lease of South Reading Branch. 1866, ch. 127 ; 12 S. L. 54. Change of passenger station in South Lawrence. 1868, ch. 17 ; 12 S. L. 391. Change of location in North Andover and Bradford. 1869, ch. 398 ; 12 S. L. 818. May purchase franchise of Newburyport City R. R. Co. 1872, ch. 356 ; Acts and Res. 334. Eastern R. R. Co. may take certain land in Boston occupied by. 1873, ch. 357 ; Acts and Res. 879. Change of location in Somerville, Charles- town, and Boston.] As to crossing of Charles and Miller's rivers, channels, piles, bridges, piers, draws, wharves, &c, see [1844, ch. 172; 8 S. L. 396. 1845, ch. 224; 8 S. L. 501. 1847, ch. 200 ; 8 S. L. 784. 1848, ch. 292; 8 S. L. 988. ' 1853, ch. 64; 9 S. L. 598. 1853, ch. 121 ; 9 S. L. 632. 1854, ch. 353 ; 10 S. L. 198. 1855, ch. 371 ; 10 S. L. 418. 1855, ch. 375; 10 S. L. 419. 1859, ch. 115 ; 10 S. L. 878. 1861,ch. 176; 11 S. L. 215. 1866, ch. 343; 12 S. L. 781. 1869, ch. 352 ; 12 S. L. 792. 1870, ch. 301 ; 12 S. L. 1020. 1870, ch. 401 ; 12 S. L. 1062. 1873, ch. 79 ; Acts and Res. 534.] [For capital stock, see Boston and Portland R. R. Cor., Andover and Haverhill R. R. Cor., and Andover and "Wilmington R. R. Cor. Additions to capital stock authorized. 1844, ch. 172 ; 8 S. L. 396. $500,000 for subscription of 5,000 shares of Boston and Maine R. R. Extension Co. 1846, ch. 75 ; 8 S. L. 549. $500,000. 1847, ch. 238 ; 8 S. L. 802. $120,000 for Stoneham Branch R. R. 1851, ch. 139; 9 S. L. 314. $100,000 - " " 1849, ch. 226 ; 9 S. L. 110. $600,000. 1868, ch. 17 ; 12 S. L. 391. Increase to $5,000,000 by adding $450,000. 1873, ch. 357 ; Acts and Res. 879. By amount expended for change of location in Somerville, Charlestown and Boston.] 190 Boston and Maine Railroad Company, No. 1. § 2. Residence of officers for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 3. Separate accounts as to part of road in each state, to be adjusted b\- commissioners. § 4. Company and stockholders of part of road in this state to be subject to the laws thereof. § 5. Act to take effect upon similar legislation in New Hamp- shire, and acceptance by both corporations. 1843— (March 24). Ch. 90 ; 8 S. L. 308, § 1. Corporate union with the Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts R. R. Cor. of Maine, under the name of the Boston and Maine R. R. Co. § 2. Residence of officers for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 3. Separate accounts as to part of road in each state, to be adjusted by commissioners. § 4. Duties and liabilities under the laws of this state. § 5. Act to take effect upon similar legislation in Maine and New Hampshire, and acceptance by both corporations. 1844— (March 11). Ch. 83 ; 8 S. L. 347, § 5. Corporate union with Georgetown Branch R. R. Co. authorized. § 6. G. B. R. R. Co. may enter on and unite with, on certain conditions. (March 15). Ch. 116 ; 8 S. L. 3'64, § 2. Salisbury and East Kingston R. R. Co. may sell or lease its railroad to. (March 16). Ch. 172 ; 8 S. L. 396. § 2. Boston and Maine R. R. Extension may be constructed from a point in, at Wilmington. § 8. B. and M. R. R. Co. may enter on and use the B. & M. R. R. Extension, such entry and use to terminate the right to enter on the Boston and Lowell R. R., except with consent ; and maj- subscribe for stock of B. & M. R. R. Extension Co., to an amount not exceeding 5,000 shares, and increase its capital stock to that amount. 1845— (March 19). Ch. 159 ; 8 S. L. 469. Corporate union with the Boston and Maine R. R. Extension Co., under the name of Boston and Maine R. R. authorized. 1846— (March 3). Ch. 75 ; 8 S. L. 549, § 1. May change location in Andover, from the south parish to Sutton's Mills, in the north parish. [Hazen v. Boston and Maine R. R., 2 Gray R. 574.] Boston and Maine Railroad Company, No. 1. 191 § 2. May build a branch railroad from Andover to Methuen. [1848,'ch. 322 ; 8 S. L. 1014 ; location may be altered in Methuen.] § 3. Powers and liabilities in regard to said branch. § 4. May increase capital stock by $500,000. § 5. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § '6. Location of said section to be within one year, and con- struction to the extent provided in § 1, to be within three years. [1848, ch. 322 ; 8 S. L. 1014 ; time for location extended three months.] 1846— (March 7). Ch. 79 ; 8 S. L. 551, §§ 2, 8. Essex R. R. Co. may cross, under certain conditions. (March 27). Ch. 157; 8 S. L. 612, §§ 2, 3. Lowell and Andover R. R. Co. may enter on. (April 10). Ch. 212 ; 8 S. L. 640, §§ 2, 7. Chelsea Branch R. R. Co. (Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co.) , may enter on in Maiden, and use. [1848, ch. 264 ; 8 S. L. 971. 1851, ch. 236 ; 9 S. L. 355. 1852, ch. 306 ; 9 S. L. 554.] § 9. May receive and hold franchise of Chelsea Branch R. R. Co. (April 16). Ch. 229 ; 8 S. L. 647, § 2. Grant to Maiden Canal Co. shall not interfere with rights, privileges or property of, or of any branch authorized to enter on said B. & M. R. R. 1847— (March 11). Ch. 70 ; 8 S. L. 721. May contract with Port- land, Saco and Portsmouth R. R. Co., of Maine, for the use and maintenance of said P. S. & P. R. R., and for the transportation of freight. (April 20). Ch. 200 ; 8 S. L. 784, § 2. Bridge of the Fitch- burg R. R. Co. across Charles River, shall not pass within 170 feet of the present bridge of. (April 23). Ch. 238 ; 8 S. L. 802, §§ 2, 5. Stoneham Branch R. R. Co. may intersect with, and enter on the Medford branch of. [1851, ch. 139 ; 9 S. L. 314. 1854, ch. 336 ; 10 S. L. 186.] § 6. May receive and'hold franchise of Stoneham Branch R. R. Co., and increase capital stock therefor by an amount not exceeding $120,000. [1851, ch. 139 ; 9 S. L. 314.] 192 Boston and Maine Railroad Company, JVb. 1. 1847— (April 26). Ch. 278 ; 8 S. L. 836. Lines of Boston harbor with reference to. 1848— (March 13). Ch. 41 ; 8 S. L. 870. Boundaries of Railroad Wharf Co. in Charlestown, with reference to. (April 26) . Ch. 204 ; 8 S. L. 938, § 2. South Reading Branch R. R. may use the part of, between the junction at South Reading and Boston, with certain restrictions which may be enforced by injunction. (April 26). Ch. 207 ; 8 S. L. 940, § 2. May hire or purchase the whole or a part of the franchise or road of the Salis- bury and East Kingston R. R. Co. (April 26). Ch. 223; 8 S. L. 950, § 8. Salem and Lowell R. R. Co. may cross the track of, with restrictions, which may be enforced by injunction. [1851, ch. 196 ; 9 S. L. 337 ; repeals part of the above. 1852, ch. 118 ; 9 S. L. 476 ; use by each company of the other's road.] (April 28). Ch. 231 ; 8 S. L. 956, § 2. Saugus Branch R. R. Co. may unite with, in Maiden. (May 6). Ch. 263 ; 8 S. L. 970, § 2. Essex R. R. Co. may enter on, in Andover and Methuen, under a certain condition. § 3. Provisions as to the crossing of the track of, by Essex R. R. (May 6). Ch. 264 ; 8 S. L. 971, § 1. Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. may cross with a branch in Charlestown or Somerville. [1846, ch. 212, §§ 2, f ; 8 S. L. 640. 1851, ch. 236 ; 9 S. L. 355. 1852, ch. 306 ; 9 S. L. 554. 1866, ch. 278 ; 12 S. L. 143.] (May 9). Ch. 292 ; 8 S. L. 988, §§1,2. Eastern R. R. Co. may enter on and use the B. and M. R. R. from Somer- ville to Boston, with provisions as to taking and use of bridge across Charles and Miller's rivers. [1866, ch. 343 ; 12 S. L. 781. 1870, ch. 301 ; 12 S. L. 1020. 1870, ch. 401 ; 12 S. L. 1062.] § 3. Location of Eastern R. R. Co. on Causeway street not to be within 50 feet of the westerly side of the freight- house of B. & M. R. R. Co., without consent. Boston and Maine Railroad Company, JVb. 1. 193 1848— (May 10). Ch. 322 ; 8 S. L. 1014, § 1. May alter the loca- tion of branch in Methuen, authorized by 1846, ch. 75 ; 8 S. L. 549, to meet the Manchester and Lawrence R. R. at the New Hampshire line. [Hazen v. Boston & Maine R. R., 2 Gray R. 574.] § 2. Time for location of said branch extended three months. § 3. Private rights in pending suits not to be affected by the act. 1849— (Feb. 8). Ch. 7 ; 9 S. L. 3, § 3. Essex R. R. Co. may con- tract with, for use of tracks from North Andover to Lawrence. (May 2). Ch. 226 ; 9 S. L. 110. May increase capital stock by $600,000. (May 2). Ch. 230 ; 9 S. L. 112, § 2. Quanapowitt R. R. Co. may enter on and unite with, in South Reading. 1850— (March 23). Ch. 113 ; 9 S. L. 160, § 1. Saugus Branch R. R. Co. may unite with, in Maiden. (April 26). Ch. 240; 9 S. L. 223, §§»2, 5, 6. Wilmington Branch R. R. Co. may enter on in Wilmington and Reading, and use under certain conditions. 1851— (May 15). Ch. 139 ; 9 S. L. 314, §§ 2, 5. Stoneham Branch R. R. Co. may enter on and unite with the Medford branch of, at Medford. [1847, ch. 238 ; 8 S. L. 202. 1854, ch. 336 ; 10 S. L. 186.] § 6. May receive and hold franchise of Stoneham Branch R. R. Co. and increase capital stock therefor bj an amount not exceeding $100,000. [1847, ch. 238 ; 8 S. L. 202.] (May 21). Ch. 196 ; 9 S. L. 337, § 1. Repeals 1844, ch. 172 ; 8 S. L. 396, § 9, which prohibits any station between Andover and Reading without the consent of Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. § 2. Repeals that part of § 8 of ch. 223, 1848 ; 8 S. L. 950, which provides that the Salem and Lowell R. R. Cor. shall not receive or deliver passengers or freight within one mile of B. & M. R. R. § 3. Not to authorize the cars of B & M. R. R. Co. to be drawn over track of Salem and Lowell R. R. Co., or vice versa; also as to such drawing by other corporations or persons. [1852, ch. 118 ; 9 S. L. 476 ; as to the use by said companies of each other's road.] 25 194 Boston and Maine Railroad Company, No. 1. 1851— (May 23). Ch. 236 ; 9 S. L. 355, § 3. Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. may cross, in Somerville. [1846, ch. 212 ; 8 S. L. 640. 1848, ch. 264 ; 8 S. L. 971. 1852, ch. 306 ; 9 S. L. 554.] (May 23). Ch. 244; 9 S. L. 358, §§ 2, 3. Wilmington and Cambridge R. R. Co. may enter on and unite with. 1852— (March 15). Ch. 32 ; 9 S. L. 428, § 2. Danvers R. R. Co. may enter on and use, in South Reading. (April 20). Ch. 118; 9 S. L. 476, § 1. May enter on and use the Salem and Lowell R. R. [Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. v. Salem and Lowell R. R. Co., 2 Gray R. 1.] § 2. S. and L. R. R. Co. may enter on and use the B. & M. R. R. § 3. Inconsistent provisions repealed. [1848, ch. 223 ; 8 S. L. 950. 1851, ch. 196 ; 9 S. L. 337.] (April 30). Ch. 167 ; 9 S. L. 503. Danvers and Georgetown R. R. and Danvers R. R. may be operated by, or leased to. (May 21). Ch. 305; 9 S. L. 553, § 1. Eastern R. R. Co. may use the- track of, in running trains over South Reading Branch R. R., between Salem and Boston, with the remedy in case of disagreement as to the terms. (May 21). Ch. 306 ; 9 S. L. 554, § 1. Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. and Eastern R. R. Co., or either of them, may cross and connect with, in Charlestown, by consent [1846, ch. 212 ; 8 S. L. 640. 1848, ch. 264 ; 8 S. L. 971. 1851, ch. 236 ; 9 S. L. 355] ; with provisions as to the construction of bridge from Prison Point bridge to Boston shore, and the maintenance of the channel, where not covered by said bridge. § 2. Certain land belonging to B. & M. R. R. Co. not to be taken by either of said companies without consent. § 5. Said companies to maintain signals and other safeguards at crossings. 1853— (March 19). Ch. 64 ; 9 S. L. 598, § 1. May alter draw in its bridge over Charles River, or construct a new draw. [1869, ch. 343 ; 12 S. L. 781. 1870, ch. 301 ; 12 S. L. 1020. 1870, ch. 401 ; 12 S. L. 1062.] § 2. Provisions concerning the alteration and maintenance of said draw. Boston and Maine Railroad Company , No. 1. 195 1853— (April 1). Ch. 121 ; 9 S. L. 632, § 4. Required to build draw not less than 46 feet wide in lieu of existing draw in its bridge across the channel of Mystic River, with duties as to the new draw and the removal of obstruc- tions in the channel. (May 2). Ch. 276; 9 S. L. 708. May subscribe to capital stock of Danvers R. R. Co. to a limited amount. . (May 25). Ch, 415 ; 9 S. L. 771, § 8. May enter on Mystic River R. R., in Somerville, with reciprocal right in Mystic River R. R. Co., as to B. & M. R. R. 1854— (Feb. 24). Ch. 31 ; 10 S. L. 12. Location of Mystic River R. R. from, in Charlestown. (April 15). Ch. 310 ; 10 S. L. 170. Location of a branch of the Eastern R. R., with reference to. (April 19). Ch. 336; 10 S. L. 186, § 1. Stoneham Branch R. R. Co. may connect with, in Somerville. [1847, ch. 238 ; 8 S. L. 802. 1851, ch. 139 ; 9 S. L. 314.] (April 24). Ch. 353 ; 10 S. L. 198, § 1. May insert a service- pipe into the main pipe in Charlestown, which conveys the Cochituate water to the state prison, on certain con- ditions. § 2. May open streets or ways in Charlestown for laying down or repairing the service-pipes. § 3. May cany the service-pipe across the channel of Miller's River under certain conditions. § 4. Act to be void unless accepted by city council of Boston within sixty days. (April 29). Resolve ch. 82 ; Acts and Res. 444. Requires the governor to appoint a commission to investigate the expediency of obviating the crossings of the B. & M. R. R. Co., Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor., Fitchburg R. R. Co. and Eastern R. R. Co., and of the repeal of so much of the charters of the same as allows them to cross Causeway street in Boston. 1855— (March 9). Ch. 42 ; 10 S. L. 292. May purchase the fran- chise and property of the Danvers R. R. Co., assuming its debts. [1857, ch. 263 ; 10 S. L. 754 ; concerning number of trains to be run over Danvers R. R., repealed by 1860, ch. 63 ; 11 S/L. 37.] 196 Boston and Maine Railroad Company, JSFo. 1. 1855— (April 6). Ch. 141 ; 10 S. L. 325, § 1. May file amended location not exceeding five rods in width on any land in its actual possession on Jan. 1, 1855. § 2. Amended location not to impair existing rights, or give right to land not in its actual possession on Jan. 1, 1855. § 3. Damages to land owners by amended location. § 4. Pending actions not to be affected by the act. § 5. Location in Lawrence confirmed. (May 17). Ch. 371 ; 10 S. L. 418. May widen bridge across Charles River within certain limits, but not to erect buildings except to shelter employes. § 2. May straighten said bridge in mode prescribed. § 3. Manner of widening on piles. § 4. Required to remove part of easterly pier of south draw. (May 17). Ch. 375 ; 10 S. L. 419. Eastern R. R. Co. may remove part of pier in the bridge of, over Charles River. [1859, ch. 115 ; 10 S. L. 878.] (May 18). Ch. 386 ; 10 S. L. 428, § 1. May mate arrange- ments with the Lowell and Lawrence R. R. Co. and the Salem and Lowell R. R. Co. for use in common of their several railroads between Lowell and Boston. § 2. Damages to land owners. § 3. Use in common authorized by the first section defined and regulated. § 4. First two sections to take effect on acceptance by the cor- porations aforesaid, and the last two on passage of the act. [Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. v. Salem and Lowell R. R. Co., 2 Gray R. 1.] 1857— (May 7). Ch. 124 ; 10 S. L. 677, § 7. Part of Warren Bridge to remain open to the estates of, and be maintained by. (May 30). Ch. 263; 10 S. L. 754, § 1. Required to run trains between the Dan vers R. R., in Dan vers and Bos- ton, for accommodating the public on the line of the Dan vers R. R., and others. § 2. Proceedings in case of disagreement between the B. & M., the Danvers and the Newburyport R. R. companies, as to the number of trains and other respects. § 3. Not to give validity to alleged contract between the B. & M. R. R. Co. and the Eastern R. R. Co., dated July 14, 1855. [The act repealed by 1860, ch. 63 ; 11 S. L. 37.] Boston and Maine Railroad Company, No. 1. 197 1857— (May 30). Resolve Ch. 88; Acts and Res. 696. Sale of Commonwealth's lands in Charlestown, bounding on. 1859— (March 25). Ch. 115; 10 S. L. 878, § 1. May fill up and make solid the portion of its pile structure over Miller's River, between the "island" north of Prison Point and the main land in Somerville ; may re-locate and widen its road from the "island" to Somerville shore. [1855, ch. 375; 10 S. L. 419.] § 2. Powers and liabilities as to new location. 1860— (March 10). Ch. 63 ; 11 S. L. 37. Repeals 1857, ch. 263 ; 10 S. L. 754, concerning the B. & M. R. R. Co. and the Danvers R. R. Co. 1861— (Jan. 31). Ch. 15; 11 S. L. 129, § 2. Charlestown Freight R. R. Co. may enter on and use. (April 10). Ch. 176 ; 11 S. L. 215. Certain flats of the Com- monwealth may be sold or leased to, for widening bridge across Charles River, on certain conditions. 1864— (Feb. 29). Ch. 54 ; 11 S. L. 490, § 3. Mystic River R. R. may cross under certain conditions, with the prior right of the trains of the B. & M. R. R. Co. (May 14). Ch. 283 ; 11 S. L. 596. Boundary of land of the United States in Maiden, on. 1866— (March 23). Ch. 102 ; 12 S. L. 40, § 2. N. Adams may lease the South Reading Branch to, if purchased by him and not redeemed by the said S. R. Br. R. R. Co. (April 7.) Ch. 127 ; 12 S. L. 54. May change its passenger station in South Lawrence, and build one on a new site. (May 26). Ch. 265 ; 12 S. L. 138, § 3. Shall continue to maintain and keep in repair its bridges in Charlestown. (May 28). Ch. 278 ; 12 S. L. 143, § 2. Corporation pur- chasing the property of the Grand Junction R. R. and »Depot Co. required to afford facilities to. 1867— (April 25). Ch. 170 ; 12 S. L. 252, § 14. May subscribe for the stock of Marginal Freight R. Co. to a limited amount. 198 Boston and Maine Railroad Company y JVb. 1. 1868— (Feb. 17). Ch. 17 ; 12 S. L. 391, § 1. May re-locate in North Andover and Bradford — the new location not to diverge more than 1,500 feet from the present line. § 2. May increase its capital stock to $5,000,000 by the addi- tion of $450,000. (April 13). Ch. 118 ; 12 S. L. 443, § 1. . Eastern R. R. Co. may enter on, in Lawrence, with its Lawrence branch, with reciprocal right in B. & M. R. R. Co. as to said branch. § 3. Shall lower the grade of its railroad in North Andover at the crossing of the Lawrence branch of the E. R. R. Co. ; if this section is not accepted b}' the B & M. R. R. Co. in one }'ear, said crossing may be at grade ; with the right of the B. & M. R. R. Co. and the E. R. R. Co. to agree as to the crossing between the depot and Shaw- sheen River. § 5. Connection with the private tracks of the Essex Co. shall not be severed ; remedy in case of disagreement as to the crossings. (May 1). Ch. 178; 12 S. L. 474, § 3. Wakefield, Melrose and Maiden R. R. Co. may enter on. (May 8). Ch. 188; 12 S. L. 478, § 4. West Amesbury Branch R. R. Cor. may enter on and use, in Haverhill, with reciprocal right in B. & M. R. R. Co. as to W. A. Br. R. R. (May 26). Ch. 253 ; 12 S. L. 517. Filling up of flats by the. city of Charlestown, bounding on the location of. 1869— (May 28). Ch. 343 ; 12 S. L. 781, § 1. May widen and ex- tend the bridges over Charles and Miller's rivers in the manner defined, and may construct a certain pile struct- ure. § 2. Shall build new draws in said bridges, with a passage-way of 44 feet, in lieu of existing draws. [1853, ch. 64 ; 9 S. L. 598. 1870, ch. 301 ; 12 S. L. 1020 ; opening in draw to be 38 feet. 1870, ch. 401; 12 S. L. 1062; opening in draw to be 36 feet.] § 3. Land acquired under this act not exempt from taxation. (June 4). Ch. 352 ; 12 S. L. 792. References to, in act to authorize the Fitchburg R. R. Co. to widen and extend its bridge over Charles River. Boston and Maine Railroad Company, JVb. 1. 199 1869— (June 11). Ch. 378; 12 S. L. 802, § 3. Assessments upon, for drainage in the towns of Maiden and Melrose. (June 12). Ch. 398; 12 S. L. 818, § 4. Newburyport City R. R. Co. may sell, lease, or mortgage its road and fran- chise to, or contract with, for the use of its rolling-stock. § 6.. May subscribe to the capital stock of Newburyport City R. R. Co., not exceeding $50,000. (June 12). Ch. 401; 12 S. L. 821, § 1. West Amesbury Branch R. R. Co. may enter on, and unite with, the rail- road of the B. & M. R. R. Co., known as the Newbury- port R. R. 1870— (Feb. 7). Ch. 9 ; 12 S. L. 873, § 2. Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. may, with its branch from Milk Row station to Mystic River R. R., at its own expense, cross at grade, under certain conditions. (June 1). Ch. 301 ; 12 S. L. 1020, § 1. Provides that the draws across Charles and Miller's rivers, required by 1869, ch. 343, § 2 ; 12 S. L. 781 ; ch. 291 ; 12 S. L. 757, and ch. 352 ; 12 S. L. 792, shall have an opening of 38 feet instead of 44 feet. [1870, ch. 401 ; 12 S. L. 1062 ; changed to 36 feet.] § 2. Report concerning terminal facilities in Boston to be made to the legislature. (June 3). Ch. 320 ; 12 S. L. 1026. Location in Haverhill of Merrimack Street R. from passenger station of. (June 23). Ch. 401 ; 12 S. L. 1062. Amends 1870, ch. 301 ; 12 S. L. 1020, concerning opening in draws required by 1869, ch. 343 ; 12 S. L. 781, by substituting 36 feet for 38 feet. 1871— (April 14). Ch. 184 ; Acts and Res. 557, § 4. Massachusetts Central R. R. Co. may enter on and use, with consent. (May 26). Ch. 389 ; Acts and Res. 747. Not to be construed to prohibit extension to Portland. 1872— (May 7). Ch. 356 ; Acts and Res. 334. PJastern R. R. Co. may take certain land on Causeway street, in Boston, occupied by. 200 Boston and Maine Railroad Company, JVb. 1. 1873 — (March 15). Ch. 79 ; Acts and Res. 534. May build a wharf in Somerville, on the southerly side of Mystic River, with lines defined, subject to ch. 432, 1869 ; Acts and Res. 747. § 2. Shall pay for land or flats of the Commonwealth covered by said wharf, with a proviso as to a passage-way for sewerage and surface-water in continuation of the cul- vert under the railroad. (April 19). Resolve 30 ; Acts and Res. 924. Railroad com- missioners to report as to change of location in Law- rence ; and as to the bridge across the Merrimack River, and the crossing of Broadway street. (June 11). Ch. 357; Acts and Res. 879, § 1. May make certain contracts and exchanges of lands and franchises in Somerville, Charlestown and Boston, with other companies, and alter location for discontinuing grade- crossings and accommodating terminal business, and pay money and increase capital stock therefor to the amount expended — the authority subject to the approval of the railroad commissioners. § 2. Structures over tide-water to be subject to the approval of the harbor commissioners and to general laws. § 3. Land may for said purposes be purchased or condemned in mode prescribed, and if covered by tide-water, by approval of the harbor commissioners and the governor and council, with a further provision as to the Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. § 4. Reports to be made of doings under the act to the railroad commissioners and hy said commissioners to the next legislature. See Andover and Wilmington R. R. Cor. Andover and Haverhill R. R. Cor. Boston and Portland R. R. Cor. Boston and Maine Railroad Extension Company. 201 BOSTON" AND MAINE RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 2. (A NEW HAMPSHIRE CORPORATION.) 1841— (March 6). Ch. 56 ; 8 S. L. 202. May form corporate union with the Boston and Portland R. R. Cor., under the name of the Boston and Maine R. R. Co., with pro- visions for effecting such union. [See preamble of act 1843, ch. 90 ; 8 S. L. 308.] See Boston and Portland B. B. Cor. Boston and Maine B. B. Co., No. 1. MAINE, NEW HAMPSHIRE AND MASSACHUSETTS RAILROAD. (A MAINE CORPORATION CREATED IN 1836.) 1843— (March 24). Ch. 90 ; 8 S. L. 308. Corporate union with the Boston and Maine R. R. Cor. authorized, with provisions for effecting such union. See Boston and Maine B. B. Co., No. 1. BOSTON AND MAINE RAILROAD EXTENSION COMPANY. 1844— (March 16). Ch. 172 ; 8 S. L. 396. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Boston and Maine R. R. in Wilmington, to the public square in Boston at the easterly end of Haverhill and Canal streets. [Commonwealth v. Boston and Maine R. R., 3 Cushing R. 25. Davidson v. Boston and Maine R. R., 3 Cushing R. 91.] [Location changed, enlarged or extended. 1844, ch. 172 ; 8 S. L. 396. May purchase or hire Charlestown Branch R. R. 1845, ch. 109 ; 8 S. L. 445. May receive charter of Medford Br. R. R. Co. 1845, ch. 218; 8 S. L. 499. Fitchburg R. R. Co. may purchase certain lands of, in Boston.] § 3. Construction and maintenance of bridges over Charles and Mj'stic rivers. § 4. Motive-power and rate of speed for crossings in Boston. § 5. Capital stock not to exceed $500,000. § 6. Construction to be within three } T ears. § 7. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. 26 202 Boston and Maine Railroad Extension Company. § 8. Boston and Maine R. R. Cor. may enter on, with a proviso as to entry on the Boston and Lowell R. R. ; may sub- scribe for 5,000 shares of the capital stock of, and increase its own capital stock to that amount. § 9. No station to be established between Andover and Read- ing without the consent of the Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. [The section repealed by 1851, ch. 196 ; 9 S. L. 337.] § 10. May purchase or hire the Charlestown Branch R. R. 1845— (March 7). Ch. 109 ; 8 S. L. 445, §§ 2, 5. Medford Branch R. R. Co. ma}* enter on, with certain conditions. § 6. M. Br. R. R. Co. may transfer franchise and property to. (March 19). Ch. 159 ; 8 S. L. 469. Corporate union with Boston and Maine R. R. Co. authorized, under the name of the Boston and Maine R. R. (March 25). Ch. 218 ; 8 S. L. 499, § 2. Fitchburg R. R. Co. may purchase or lease part of bridge, lands and depots of, between the Fitchburg R. R. and Haymarket square in Boston ; and may connect with. (March 25). Ch. 224 ; 8 S. L. 501, § 1. May build a sea- wall across the flats between the channels of Charles and Miller's rivers, and fill flats, leaving a passage-way and channel, with a restriction as to the pier. [Fitchburg R. R. Co. v. Boston and Maine R. R., 3 Cushing R. 58.] § 2. Act or its acceptance not to be an admission of validity of charter of, in pending or future actions. § 3. Legal rights of other persons and corporations not to be affected by the act. 1849— (May 1). Ch. 190 ; 9 S. L. 82. Boundary of land of Edge- worth Co. on. 1851— (May 21). Ch. 196 ; 9 S. L. 337, § 1. Repeals 1844, ch. 172, § 9 ; 8 S. L. 396, being so much of the original charter as prohibits a station between Andover and Reading, without the consent of the B. & L. R. R. Cor. See Boston and Maine B. B. Co., No. 1. Medford Branch Railroad Company. 203 EUROPEAN AND NORTH AMERICAN RAILWAY. (A MAINE CORPORATION.) 1865— (May 16). Ch. 248 ; 11 S. L. 718, § 1. Certain bonds of the state of Maine, upon payment may be assigned to. § 2. Certain joint claims of Massachusetts and Maine against the United States, assigned to the latter state in trust for said company. MANCHESTER AND LAWRENCE RAILROAD. (A NEW HAMPSHIRE CORPORATION.) 1848— (May 6). Ch. 263 ; 8 S. L. 970, § 1. Junction of the Essex R. R. with, at the state line. (May 10). Ch. 322 ; 8 S. L. 1014. Boston and Maine R. R. shall be so constructed as to meet the Manchester & Lawrence R. R. at the state line. 1869— (June 23). Ch. 459 ; 12 S. L. 844, § 5. Great Northern R. R. Co. may lease or purchase. See Boston and Maine B. B. Co., No. 1. Great Northern B. B. Co. MEDPORD BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1845— (March 7). Ch. 109 ; 8 S. L. 445. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Great Bridge in Medford to the Boston and Maine R. R. Extension road in Somerville or Maiden. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $100,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Organization and location to be within one year, and con- struction within two years. § 5, May enter on railroad of said B. & M. R. R. Extension Co., with restrictions. § 6. May transfer property and franchise to said B. & M. R. R. Extension Co., or its successors. 1847— (April 23). Ch. 238 ; 8 S. L. 802, §§ 2, 5. Stoneham Branch R. R. Co. may intersect with, and enter on, the Medford branch of the Boston and Maine R. R. Co. in Medford. 204 Stoneham Branch Railroad Company , JYbs. 1 & 2. 1849— (May 1). Ch. 190; 9 S. L. 82, § 1. Boundaries of Edge- worth Co. on. 1851— (May 15). Ch. 139 ; 9 S. L. 314, §§ 2, 5. Stoneham Branch R. R. Co. may intersect with, and enter on the Medford Branch of the Boston and Maine R. R. Co. See Boston and Maine R. R. Extension Co. Boston and Maine R. R. Co., No. 1. STONEHAM BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 1. 1847— (April 23). Ch. 238 ; 8 S. L. 802. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Stoneham to Medford branch of Boston and Maine R. R. in Medford. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $120,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Organization and location to be within one year, and con- struction within three years. [1848, ch. 159 ; 8 S. L. 920 ; time for location extended to April 23, 1849.] § 5. May unite with Medford branch of Boston and Maine R. R., under certain conditions. § 6. May transfer franchise and property to Boston and Maine R. R. Co. 1848— (April 21). Ch. 159; 8 S. L. 920. Time for location ex- tended to April 23, 1849. See Stoneham Branch R. R. Co., Nos. 2 and 3. STONEHAM BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 2. 1851— (May 15). Ch. 139 ; 9 S. L. 314. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Stoneham to Medford branch of Boston and Maine R. R. in Medford, or to the Boston and Lowell R. R. [1854, ch. 336 ; 10 S. L. 186 ; may build a rail- road from its location in Medford to Somerville.] § 3. Capital stock to be $100,000. [1854, ch. 336 ; 10 S. L. 186 ; increase of $200,000 authorized] ; may hold real and personal estate. Stoneham Branch Railroad Company, Wo. 3. 205 § 4. Organization and location to be within one year, and con- struction within three years. [1852, ch. 220 ; 9 S. L. 526. Time for location extended to May 1, 1853. 1853, ch. 258 ; 9 S. L. 703. Time for location extended three months from May 1, 1853. 1854, ch. 336 ; 10 S. L. 186. Time for location and construction extended three years.] § 5. May enter on the Medford branch of Boston and Maine R. R., or on Boston and Lowell R. R. r under certain conditions. § 6. May transfer property and franchise to the Boston and Maine R. R. Co., or to the Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor., as the stockholders may determine, with the power in the corporation receiving the transfer to increase its capital stock. § 7. Conditions precedent to the commencement of construction. 1852— (May 13) . Ch. 220 ; 9 S. L. 526. Time for location extended to May 1, 1853. 1853— (April 29). Ch. 258 ; 9 S. L. 703. Time for location ex- tended three months from May 1, 1853. 1854— (April 19). Ch. 336; 10 S. L. 186, § 1. May construct a railroad from its location in Medford, to Boston and Maine R. R., in Somerville, or to Boston and Lowell R. R., .in Winchester, with discontinuance of part of present location. § 2. If the S. Br. R. R. Co. shall enter upon the Boston and Lowell R. R., part of its present location' to be discon- tinued. § 3. May increase its capital stock to an amount not exceeding $200,000 in the whole. § 4. Time for location and construction extended three years. See Stoneham Branch R. R. Co., Nos. 1 and 3. STONEHAM BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 3. 1859— (April 6). Ch. 268 ; 10 S. L. 924. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Stoneham village to Boston and Lowell R. R. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $50,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. [1869, ch. 104 ; 12 S L. 643 ; may increase capital stock by $100,000.] 206 Essex Railroad Company. § 4. Organization and location to be within one year and con- struction within two years. [1861, ch. 33 ; 11 S. L. 137 ; time extended one year. 1862, ch. 104 ; 11 S. L. 288 ; time extended one year.] § 5. May enter on and use Boston and Lowell R. R. § 6. May transfer franchise to Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor., which may increase its capital stock therefor. [1870, ch. 165 ; 12 S. L. 952 ; transfer confirmed.] 1861— (Feb. 9). Ch. 33 ; 11 S. L. 137. Time for location and con- struction extended one year. (March 28). Ch. Ill ; 11 S. L. 185. Mode of construction across public highways. 1862— (April 2). Ch. 104; 11 S. L. 288. Time for location and construction extended one year. 1869— (March 20). Ch. 104; 12 S. L. 643, § 1. May lease road from time to time to Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor., or contract with said B. & L. R. R. Cor. for operation and management. § 2. May increase capital stock by $100,000. (June 23). Ch. 459; 12 S. L. 844, § 5. Great Northern R. R. Co. may lease or purchase. 1870— (April 9). Ch. 165 ; 12 S. L. 952. May sell franchise and property to the Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. [1859, ch. 268, § 6 ; 10 S. L. 924.] See Stoneham Branch B. B. Co., Nos. 1 and 2. Boston and Lowell B. B. Cor. ESSEX BAILROAD COMPANY. 1846— (March 7). Ch. 79 ; 8 S. L. 551. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from North River, in Salem, 'through South Dan- vers and other towns through the valley of the Cochick- iwick River, crossing the Boston and Maine R. R. and the Merrimack River to Methuen. [Location changed, enlarged or extended. 1847, ch. 239; 8 S. L. 803. May build branches in Salem and Danvers. 1848, ch. 223 ; 8 S. L. 950. May build part of Salem and Lowell R. It. 1848, ch. 263 ; 8 S. L. 970. May extend road from Andover to Lawrence and Methuen, or to state line. 1851, ch. 128 ; 9 S. L. 308. May widen road easterly of a point in South Dan- vers.] Essex Railroad Company. 207 § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $500,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. [Additions to capital stock authorized. 1847, ch. 239 ; 8 S. L. 803. $50,000 for branches in Salem and Danvers. 1848, ch. 263 ; 8 S. L. 970. $150,000 for extension from Andover to Lawrence.] § 4. Location to be within one year and construction within three years. [1849, ch. 7 ; 9 S. L. 3 ; location to be on or before March 7, 1850, and construction on or before March 7, 1851.] § 5. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 6. May enter on Eastern R. R. at Salem, on certain con- ditions. § 7. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority, with a restriction. § 8. Provisions for crossing of Boston and Maine R. R. § 9. Damages to owners of wharves at North bridge in Salem. 1847— (April 23). Ch. 239 ; 8 S. L. 803, § 1. May construct a branch from a point southerly of New Mills River to tide-water in Danvers. § 2. Extension from North River in Salem, near North bridge, to Essex bridge or Salem harbor. § 3. Extension from a point on North River near North bridge, through the tunnel to South River, with consent of the E. R. R. Co. § 4. Duties and liabilities in regard to said branches. § 5. May increase capital stock for said branches by $50,000 ; location thereof to be within one year and construction within two years. 1848— (April 26). Ch. 223 ; 8 S. L. 950, § 7. Salem and Lowell R. R. Co. may enter on, at Danvers or Salem, and use, with a restriction. § 9. May build the part of route of S. & L. R. R. included be- tween Salem and the New Mills in Danvers, allowing the S. & L. R. R. Co. an independent track. (May 6). Ch. 263 ; 8 S. L. 970, § 1. May extend its railroad from a point near the mouth of Cochickiwick River in Andover to Lawrence and to the Boston and Maine R. R. in Methuen, or to the Manchester and Lawrence R. R. at the state line. § 2. May enter on Boston and Maine R. R. in Andover and Methuen, with certain restrictions. 208 Essex Railroad Company. § 3. Provisions for crossing the Boston and Maine R. R. § 4. May increase capital stock by $150,000. § 5. Location to be before Jan. 1, 1849, and construction to be within three years. 1849— (Feb. 8). Ch. 7 ; 9 S. L. 3, § 1. Location to be by March 7, 1850. § 2. Time for construction extended to March 7, 1851. § 3. May contract with Boston and Maine R. R. Cor. for the use of tracks from North Andover to Lawrence. (May 2). Ch. 199; 9 S. L. 93, § 2. Georgetown and An- dover R. R. Co. may enter on. 1851— (May 7). Ch. 125 ; 9 S. L. 306, § 2. Danvers and George- town R. R. Co. may enter on. (May 14). Ch. 128 ; 9 S. L. 308, §§1,2. Salem and Lowell R. R. Co. may enter on the Eastern R. R. from ; and South Reading Branch R. R. may enter on and use the Essex R. R. between South Danvers and Salem, and use turn-tables, tracks and depots. § 3. May widen railroad and construct double track eastwardly of Central street in South Danvers ; location and con- struction to be within two }-ears. § 4. Portion of railroad eastwardly of Central street in South Danvers, how to be managed and at whose expense ; proceedings in case of disagreement. § 5. S. & L. R. R. Co. and S. R. Br. R. R. Co. to pay semi- annual compensation to E. R. R. Co. for said use of its railroad. § 6. Liability for accidents on said part of said railroad. § 8. Provisions to take effect if the act is not accepted by the E. R. R. Co., with powers of the S. & L. R. R. Co. and the S. R. Br. R. R. Co. in that event. (May 24). Ch. 341 ; 9 S. L. 414, § 1. May borrow $350,000, and issue bonds therefor secured by a mortgage of the road, franchise and property. § 2. Conditions precedent to the validity of the mortgage. § 3. Sale or conversion of the bonds into stock. § 4. Previous mortgage not to be affected by the act. § 5. Appropriation of money received for the bonds. 1852— (March 15). Ch. 32 ; 9 S. L. 428, § 2. Danvers R. R. Co. may cross. South Reading Branch Railroad Company. 209 1852— (May 21). Ch. 305 ; 9 S. L. 553, § 1. Use of, between the Forrester street station in Salem and the junction in Danvers by the Eastern R. R. Co. in running trains over the South Reading Branch R. R. between Salem and Boston. 1853— (May 2). Ch. 276 ; 9 S. L. 708. May subscribe for the stock of Danvers R. R. Co. to a limited amount. (May 4). Ch. 289; 9 S. L. 712. Town way and bridge across the North River in Salem required to cross the railroad above grade. 1863— (March 14). Ch. 90; 11 S. L. 371, § 1. May sell franchise and property to the Eastern R. R. Co., according to con- tract of July 5, 1852, or other terms ; sale to be ratified on or before Aug. 1, 1863. [1864, ch. 40 ; 11 S. L. 482 ; time for ratification extended two years.] § 2. Eastern R. R. Co. upon such sale to succeed to the rights and duties of, with power to increase its capital stock therefor by $350,000. § 3. Rights of creditors of the Essex R. R. Co. not to be im- paired. 1864— (Feb. 18). Ch. 40 ; 11 S. L. 482. Revives 1863, ch. 90 ; 11 S. L. 371, and extends time two years. See Eastern R. R. Co. SOUTH READING BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1848— (April 26). Ch. 204 ; 8 S. L. 938. Original charter- § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from South Danvers to the Boston and Maine R. R. in South Reading with right to use the B. & M. R. R. under restrictions. [1851, ch. 128; 9 S. L. 308; authorizes an extension to Salem in a certain event.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000. [1851, ch. 128 ; 9 S. L. 308, § 7 ; increase of $100,000.] § 4. Location to be within two years, and completion within three years. § 5. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. 27 210 South Reading Branch Railroad Company. 1850— (April 26). Ch. 240 ; 9 S. L. 223, § 6. Restriction as to sale of passage tickets upon, and the passing of cars and en- gines on, in act incorporating the Wilmington Branch R. R. Co. (May 3). Ch. 290; 9 S. L. 249. Lake Rock Granite Co. may construct a branch railroad to unite with, at Lynn- field. 1851— (May 14). Ch. 128; 9 S. L. 308, §§ 1, 2. May (with the Salem and Lowell R. R. Co.) enter on and use the Essex R. R. between South Danvers and Salem. §§ 4, 5, 6. Management of part of Essex R. R. so used ; com- pensation for use ; liability for injuries. § 7. May increase its capital stock by 8100,000. § 8. Extension from South Danvers to Salem authorized in a certain event, and branches in Salem. 1852— (March 15). Ch. 32; 9 S. L. 428, § 2. Danvers R. R. Co. may enter on. (May 21). Ch. 305 ; 9 S. L. 553, § 1. May lease its road and franchise to the Eastern R. R. Co. with certain re- strictions_asIto reasonable accommodations to the public. § 2. E. R. R. Co. ma}' hold stock in, on certain conditions. § 3. Commissioners to determine what is reasonable accommo- dation to the public between Salem and Boston. § 4. As to purchase of the stock of, b}* the said E. R. R. Co. [Shackley v. Eastern R. R, Co., 98 Mass. R. 93.] 1866— (March 23). Ch. 102 ; 12 S. L. 40, § 1. N. Adams, a stock- holder, authorized to redeem the franchise of, from a sale on execution ; and the corporation authorized to redeem from him. § 2. Said Adams, if redeeming, may lease the road to the Eastern R. R. Co., or the Boston and Maine R. R. Co. ; reasonable accommodations to be furnished to the public- ises— (May 1). Ch. 178 ; 12 S. L. 474, § 6. May sell or lease its railroad, or an}* part, to the Wakefield, Melrose and Maiden R. R. Co. Wakefield, Melrose and Maiden Railroad Company. 211 LAKE KOCK GRANITE COMPANY. 1850— (May 3). Ch. 290 ; 9 S. L. 249, § 1. May construct branch railroad from its quarries in Lynnfield to the South Reading Branch R. R. § 2. Real estate and capital stock. § 3. Location to be within one year, and completion within two years. QUANAPOWITT RAILROAD COMPARTS". 1849— (May 2). Ch. 230 ; 9 S. L. 112. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Boston and Maine R. R. in South Read- ing, to Quanapowitt Island, with authority to enter on the B. & M. R. R., and to construct side tracks. § 3. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $60,000, with provisions as to assessments and holding real and personal estate. § 5. Location to be within one year, and completion within two years. § 6. Provisions concerning issue of shares. ■WAKEFIELD, MELROSE AND MALDEN RAILROAD COMPANY. 1868— (May 1). Ch. 178 ; 12 S. L. 474. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from South Reading to Maldeh, with proviso as to cemetery in Maiden. § 3. May enter on the Boston and Maine R. R. and South Reading Branch R. R., and any other operated by the Eastern R. R. Co. § 4. May lease franchise and property in mode prescribed. § 5. Capital stock not to be less than $200,000, nor more than $500,000. § 6. May purchase or lease the South Reading Branch R. R. § 7. Shall maintain draws in bridges across Maiden River, under the direction of a commissioner. § 8. Location to be within two years, and construction within three years. 212 Boston and Lowell Railroad Corporation. LOWELL AND ANDOVEE KAILROAD COMPANY. [Formed under the Act to authorize the formation of railroad corporations, 1872, ch. 53 ; Acts and Res. 40.] 1873 — (Feb. 5). Certificate of incorporation. Vol. 1, Records of the Secretary of the Commonwealth, p. 9. Location from Lowell to the Boston and Maine R. R. in Ando- ver, at or near Ballardvale. Capital stock to be $250,000. BOSTON" AND LOWELL RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1830— (June 5). Ch. 4 ; 7 S. L. 2. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers ; location from Boston to Lowell, with provisions as to laying out of road, taking land and damages. [Lowell and Lawrence R. R. Co. v. Bos- ton and Lowell R. R. Cor., 7 Gray R. 27.] [Location changed, enlarged and extended. 1832, ch. 87 ; 7 S. L. 222. Bridges across Charles and Miller's rivers. 1844, ch. 164 ; 8 S. L. 393. May accept franchise of Woburn Branch R. R. Co. 1845, ch. 224 ; 8 S. L. 501. New boundary of flats between Charles and Miller's rivers. 1846, ch. 157 ; 8 S. L. 612. Lowell and Andover R. R. Co. may alter certain bridges and abutments of. 1847, ch. 185 ; 8 S. L. 771. May construct branches in Lowell. (1849, ch. 115 ; 9 S. L. 52.) 1847, ch. 249 ; 8 S. L. 810. May accept franchise of Woburn Branch Extension R. R. Co. 1847, ch. 253 ; 8 S. L. 817. May build branch in Boston to Causeway street. 1853, ch. 387 ; 9 S. L. 765. Branch from East Cambridge to Causeway street. 1848, ch. 114 ; 8 S. L. 903. May accept franchise of Billerica Branch R. R. Cor. 1849, ch. 26; 9 S. L. 11. May construct branches in Lowell, and widen bridge across Charles River. (1849, ch. 115 ; 9 S. L. 52.) 1851, ch. 139 ; 9 S. L. 314. May accept franchise of Stoneuam Branch R. R. Co. 1859, ch. 268 ; 10 S. L. 924. " " " " " " " 1870, ch. 165 ; 12 S. L. 952. " " " " " " 1852, ch. 192 ; 9 S. L. 514. May accept franchise of Horn Pond Br. R. R. Co. 1853, ch. 387 ; 9 S. L. 765. May construct branch from East Cambridge to Boston. 1855, ch. 400 ; 10 S. L. 434. May curve and change tracks near Boston, &c. 1855, ch. 441 ; 10 S. L. 458. May alter bridge and file new location of branch authorized by 1853, ch. 387 ; 9 S. L. 765. 1856, ch. 127 ; 10 S. L. 530. May construct branch in Lowell. (1857, ch. 127 ; 10 S. L. 769.) 1856, ch. 296 ; 10 S. L. 604. May change grade in Somerville. 1857, ch. 128 ; 10 S. L. 680. May construct connecting track in Somerville. 1869, ch. 291 ; 12 S. L. 757. May take land for increased terminal facilities in Boston. 1870, ch. 9 ; 12 S. L. 873. May construct branch in Somerville, purchase land for depot near Boston harbor, lease or purchase Mystic River R. R. Boston and Lowell Railroad Corporation. 213 1870, ch. 386 ; 12 S. L. 1057. May construct connecting track with Lexington and Arlington Branch. 1871, ch. 174; Acts and Res. 537. May lease or form corporate union with Middlesex Central R. R. Co. 1872, ch. 359 ; Acts and Res. 336. May build bridge on southerly side of Charles River. 1873, ch. 357 ; Acts and Res. 879. InJSomerville, Charlestown and Boston.] Crossing of Charles and Miller's rivers. [1832, ch. 87; 7 S. L. 222. 1845, ch. 224; 8 S. L. 501. 1847, ch. 253 ; 8 S. L. 817. 1848, ch. 325; 8 S. L. 1015. 1849, ch. 26 ; 9 S. L. 11. 1853, ch. 387; 9 S. L. 765. 1855, ch. 375 ; 10 S. L. 419. 1855, ch. 400 ; 10 S. L. 434. 1855, ch. 441 ; 10 S. L. 458. 1869, ch. 291 ; 12 S. L. 757. 1870, ch. 301 ; 12 S. L. 1020. 1872, ch. 359 ; Acts and Res. 336.] *• § 2. Capital stock to be 1,000 shares, with provisions as to choice of officers. [Additions to capital stock authorized. 1831, ch. 79 ; 7 S. L. 55. 1,200 shares instead of 1,000. 1834, ch. 1 ; 7 S. L. 408. 2,400 shares instead of 1,200. 1836, ch. 146 ; 7 S. L. 651. 600 shares, of $500 each. 1838, ch. 95 ; 8 S. L. 39. $300,000, in shares of $500 each. 1844, ch. 164 ; 8 S. L. 393. $30,000 for Wobum Branch. 1847, ch. 249 ; 8 S. L. 810. $50,000 for Woburn Branch Extension R. R. 1847, ch. 253 ; 8 S. L. 817. $500,000 for Branch in Boston, &c. 1848, ch. 114 ; 8 S. L. 903. $50,000 for Billerica Branch R. R. 1851, ch. 139 ; 9 S. L. 314. $50,000 for Stoneham Branch R. R. 1857, ch. 268 ; 10 S. L. 924. " " « « " 1853, ch. 387 ; 9 S. L. 765. $500,000 for branch from E. Cambridge to Boston. 1869, ch. 291 ; 12 S. L. 757. $1,000,000 for terminal facilities in Boston. 1873, ch. 357; Acts and Res. 879. For change of location in Somerville, Charlestown and Boston.] § 3. Powers of officers ; assessments upon shares, and sales thereof for non-payment. § 4. By-laws. § 5. Tolls, and the reduction thereof by the legislature. [1836, ch. 146 ; 7 S. L. 651 ; reduction limited. Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. v. Salem and Lowell R. R. Co., 2 Gray R. 1.] § 6. Toll-houses, and reports to the legislature. §§ 7, 8. Damages to land owners and parties under disability. § 9. Malicious injuries to the railroad and property. § 10. Annual meeting, and call of first meeting. § 11. Crossing of public and private ways. 214 Boston and Lowell Railroad Corporation. §12. Grants of other railroads restricted; power reserved to authorize other companies to enter on ; and the power of the state on certain conditions to purchase. [Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. v. Boston and Maine R. R., 5 Cushing R. 375. Same v. Salem and Lowell R. R. Co. 2 Gray R. 1.] [1832, ch. 87 ; 7 S. L. 222, § 1. Concerning power to purchase. 1836, ch. 146 ; 7 S. L. 651. " " " " ] § 13. Subscription of stock, organization of company and lo- cation to be on or before Jan. 1, 1832, and construction before Jan. 1, 1835. [1831, ch. 79 ; 7 S. L. 55. Extends time for one year. 1834, ch. 1 ; 7 S. L. 408. Extends time for construction two years.] 1831— (March 11). Ch. 79 ; 7 S. L. 55. Capital stock to be 1,200 shares instead of 1,000 as by 1830, ch. 4, § 2 ; 7 S. L. 2 ; time for subscription, organization and location ex- tended one year. [1834, ch. 1 ; 7 S. L. 408.] (June 22). Ch. 57; 7 S. L. 139, § 12. Boston and Ontario R. R. Cor. may enter on. 1832— (March 5). Ch. 87 ; 7 S. L. 222, § 1. Power of the state on certain conditions to purchase the railroad, amending 1830, ch. 4, § 12 ; 7 S. L. 2. [1836, ch. 146 ; 7 S. L. 651 ; concerning power to purchase]. § 2. May erect a railroad bridge across Charles River from a point in Boston between Canal and Warren bridges, to Cambridge or Charlestown, with restrictions as to tolls and the use of the bridge. [1849, ch. 26 ; 9 S. L. 11. Width of bridge. 1869, ch. 291 ; 12 S. L. 757. New bridge and width of draw. 1870, ch. 301; 12 S.L. 1020. " " " " " " .] § 3. Construction of the bridge, passages for water, a draw, and the detention of vessels. § 4. Draw in the bridge, if located so as to cross the channel which discharges the waters of Miller's River. § 5. Site and construction of draws and piers, and mode of de- termining the same. § 6. Damages to land owners and parties under disabilit}'. § 7. Construction of the bridge across Prison Point Dam bridge. § 8. Bridge across Miller's River, if railroad passes through East Cambridge. Boston and Lowell Railroad Corporation. 215 1833— (March 15). Ch. 109 ; 7 S. L. 336, § 13. Andover and Wil- mington R. R. Cor. may enter on. 1834— (Jan. 31). Ch. 1 ; 7 S. L. 408. Capital stock to be 2,400 shares instead of 1,200 as by 1831,. ch. 79 ; 7 S. L. 55 ; time for construction extended two years. 1835— (April 4). Ch. Ill ; 7 S. L. 550, § 16. Note. Charlestown Branch R. R. Cor. may enter on. [Act repealed by 1836, ch. 187 ; 7 S. L. 666. See 1836, ch. 187 ; 7 S. L. 666. 1841, ch. 108 ; 8 S. L. 223. 1844, ch. 176 ; 8 S. L. 400.] 1836 — (April 6). Ch. 146 ; 7 S. L. 651. May increase capital stock by 600 shares of $500 each, with duty as to an annual report, and liability to inspection of books ; power of the state to purchase the railroad on certain conditions, amending 1830, ch. 4, § 12 ; 7 S. L. 2, and ch. 87, § 1 ; 7 S. L. 222 ; power of the legislature to amend or re- peal original charter or any additional act. (April 9). Ch. 187 ; 7 S. L. 666, § 6. Charlestown Branch R. R. Co. may enter on and use, under certain con- ditions. [1841, ch. 108 ; 8 S. L. 223. 1844, ch. 176 ; 8 S. L. 400.] § 8. Repeals 1835, ch. Ill ; 7 S. L. 550, establishing the Charlestown Branch R. R. Cor. (April 16) . Ch. 249 ; 7 S. L. 700, §§1,3. Nashua and Lowell R. R. Cor. may enter on and use, upon certain con- ditions. 1838— (April 10). Ch. 95 ; 8 S. L 39, § 1. May increase capital stock by $300,000 in shares of $500 each. §§ 2, 3. Engines going in a northerly, and those going in a southerly direction, to take different tracks, except in cases of emergency. 1841— (March 17). Ch. 108; 8 S. L. 223, § 2. Concerning con- nection with Charlestown Branch R. R. (Fitchbnrg R. R. Co.). [1844, ch. 176, § 3 ; 8 S. L. 400 ; authorizes new crossing by Charlestown Branch R. R.] 1844— (March 16). Ch. 164; 8 S. L. 393, § 5. May receive and, hold franchise of Woburn Branch R. R. Co. and increase stock therefor by $30,000. 216 Boston and Lowell Railroad Corporation. 1844— (March 16). Ch. 172 ; 8 S. L. 396, § 2. Construction of the Boston and Maine R. R. Extension at a certain point near the junction in Wilmington, to be with consent of. § 8. Right of Boston and Maine R. R. Co. to enter on, to cease upon the construction of, and entry upon the Boston and Maine R. R. Extension, except with the assent of the B. & L. R. R. Co. § 9. Prohibits a depot on Boston and Maine R. R. Extension between Andover and Reading, without the consent of. [The section repealed by 1851, ch. 196 ; 9 S. L. 337, § 1.] (March 16). Ch. 176 ; 8' S. L. 400, § 3. Authorizes new crossing by Charlestown Branch R. R. Co. (Fitchburg R. R. Co.). [1836, ch. 187; 7 S. L. 666. 1841, ch. 108, § 2 ; 8 S. L. 223.] 1845— (March 25). Ch. 224; 8 S. L. 501, § 2. Authorizes new boundary of flats between Charles and Miller's rivers, under certain conditions ; the validity of the charter of the Boston and Maine R. R. Extension Co. shall not be admitted by the acceptance of the act by the B. & L. R. R. Cor. 1846— (Feb. 7). Ch. 15 ; 8 S. L. 525, § 2. Nashua and Lowell R. R. Cor. may enter on in Lowell, with branch track under certain conditions. (March 27). Ch. 157 ; 8 S. L. 612, § 2. Lowell and Ando- ver R. R. Cor. may cross in Lowell, alter bridges and abutments across the B. & L. R. R. §§3, 4, 5 ; L. & A. R. R. Co. may enter on in Lowell, and cross, under certain conditions. [Lowell and Lawrence R. R. Co. v. Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor., 7 Gray R. 27.] 1847— (April 14). Ch. 185; 8 S. L. 771, § 1. May construct branches in Lowell to certain mills ; locations defined. [1849, ch. 115 ; 9 S. L. 52 ; locations confirmed.] § 2. Powers and liabilities as to said branches. [Lowell and Lawrence R. R. Co. v. Boston and Lowell R. R. Co., 7 Gray R. 27.] § 3. Indemnity against claims for damages by Merrimack Manufacturing Co. § 4. Liability to city of Lowell for damages caused by said branches. § 5. Motive power and rate of speed to be regulated by city of Lowell, but steam not to be used ; the city council to have certain powers as to branches. Boston and Lowell Railroad Corporation. 217 1847— (April 23). Ch. 249 ; 8 S. L. 810, § 8. May accept franchise of the Woburn Branch Extension R. R. Co., and increase capital stock therefor by $50,000. (April 24). Ch. 253 ; 8 S. L. 817, § 1. May construct a branch from its railroad bridge over Charles River to Causeway street in Boston. § 2. Powers and liabilities as to said branch. § 3. Manner of construction below low-water mark. § 4. May increase capital stock by $500,000 for said branch and stations. § 5. Location to be within two years, and construction within three years. (April 26). Ch. 278 ; 8 S. L. 836, § 3. Line of Boston har- bor at bridge of, over Miller's River. 1848— (April 18). Ch. 114 ; 8 S. L. 903, § 4. Billerica Branch R. R. Cor. may enter on in Billerica. § 8. B. & L. R. R. Cor. may receive franchise of B. Br. R. R. Cor., and increase capital stock therefor by $50,000. (May 6). Ch. 264 ; 8 S. L. 971, §§ 1, 5. Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. may unite with, in Somerville ; and contract with, for transportation of freight to Grand Junction depot in East Boston. (May 10). Ch. 296 ; 8 S. L. 990, § 4. Union R. R. Co. may enter on and contract with the Boston and Lowell R. R. Co. to equip and run its railroad. (May 10). Ch. 325; 8 S. L. 1015. Any railroad bridge across Charles or Mystic river not to be used for laying vessels across the channel of either river. 1849— (March 2). Ch. 26 ; 9 S. L. 11, § 1. May construct branch in Lowell, from Thorndike street to land on the westerly- side of Dutton street ; location defined. § 2. May widen bridge across Charles River in a certain man- ner. § 3. Powers and liabilities as to said branch. § 4. Shall indemnify city of Lowell for damages at Dutton street crossing. § 5. Motive power and rate of speed to be regulated by city ordinance. § 6. Pawtucket Canal or the tow-path not to be obstructed. 28 218 Boston and Loviell Railroad Corporation. 1849— (April 18). Ch. 115; 9 S. L. 52. Confirms location of the branches authorized by 1847, ch. 185 ; 8 S. L. 771. 1850— (April 26). Ch. 240 ; 9 S. L. 223, § 2. Consent of, required to the location of the Wilmington Branch R. R. in Wil- mington. § 5. Wilmington Branch R. R. Co. may enter on, under certain conditions. 1851— (May 7). Ch. 107; 9 S. L. 297, § 1. Lowell and Lawrence R. R. Co. may, with a branch, enter upon the Bleachery branch of the B. & L. R. R. § 2. L. & L. R. R. Co. may, with said branch, enter on and use B. & L. R. R. (May 15). Ch. 139 ; 9 S. L. 314, §§ 2, 5. Stoneham Branch R. R. Co. may enter on. § 6. B. & L. R. R. Cor. may accept franchise of Stoneham Branch R. R. Co., and increase stock therefor by an amount not exceeding $50,000. [1854, ch. 336 ; 10 S. L. 186. 1859, ch. 268 ; 10 S. L. 924.] (May 21). Ch. 196 ; 9 S. L. 337, § 1. Repeals § 9 of 1844, ch. 172 ; 8 S. L. 396, concerning stations between An- dover and Reading. (May 23). Ch. 244; 9 S. L. 358, § 2. Wilmington and Cambridge R. R. Co. may cross. § 3. W. & C. R. R. Co. may enter on, unite with and use. 1852— (May 7). Ch. 192 ; 9 S. L. 514, § 5. Horn Pond Branch R. R. Co. may transfer property and franchise to. § 6. H. P. Br. R. R. Co. may enter on, unite with and use. [1855, ch. 354 ; 10 S. L. 412.] 1853— (May 25). Ch. 387; 9 S. L. 765, § 1. May construct a branch road with a location from its road in East Cam- bridge to Causeway street in Boston and thence to Tra- verse street, connecting with the Eastern R. R. [1855, ch. 441 ; 10 S. L. 458 ; change of location south of Causeway street, and bridge not required to be parallel with the E. R. R. Co.'s bridge.] § 2. Alternative location. [1855, ch. 441 ; 10 S. L. 458 ; time for location extended six months.] Boston and Lowell Railroad Corporation. 219 § 3. Location to be within one year, and construction within two years. [1855, ch. 136 ; 10 S. L. 323 ; time ex- tended. 1855, ch. 441 ; 10 S. L. 458 ; time for location extended six months from the passage of the act. 1856, ch. 167 ; 10 S. L. 549 ; time for location and construc- tion extended to June 1, 1857.] § 4. Provisions as to construction and maintenance of bridge across Charles River and draw. § 5. Motive power and rate of speed for crossings in Boston ; powers and duties as to said branch road. § 6. May increase capital stock for above purposes by $500,000. § 7. Act to be void unless accepted within sixty days. 1854— (April 12). Ch. 275; 10 S. L. 151. Public bridge in Med- ford, over Mystic River near the bridge of. [1871, ch. 60; Acts and Res. 471.] (April 19). Ch. 336 ; 10 S. L. 186, § 1. Stoneham Branch R. R. Co. may enter on. [1851, ch. 139 ; 9 S. L. 314. 1859, ch. 268 ; 10 S. L. 924.] (April 29). Resolve, ch. 82 ; Acts and Res. 444. Authorizing a commission to report on the crossings of the B. & L. R. R., Eastern R. R., Fitchburg R. R., and Boston and Maine R. R., within two miles of Boston ; also as to crossing Causeway street, in said city. 1855— (April 6). Ch. 136 ; 10 S. L. 323, § 1. Time for location and construction of branch into Boston, authorized by 1853, ch. 387 ; 9 S. L. 765, extended for one year after a report of the commissioners appointed under Resolve 1854, ch. 82 ; Acts and Res. 444, and final action thereon. § 2. Time for withdrawal of location extended as in § 1. (May 15). Ch. 354 ; 10 S. L. 412, § 2. Horn Pond Branch R. R. Co. may connect its road and bridge with the bridge and tracks of, by consent. [1852, ch. 192 ; 9 S, L. 514.] (May 17). Ch. 375 ; 10 S. L. 419, § 1. Consent of, required to widening of bridge over Charles River, by Eastern R. R. Co. 220 Boston and Lowell Railroad Corporation. 1855— (May 19). Ch. 400 ; 10 S. L. 434, § 1. Charles River R. R. Co. may cross and enter Boston on the road of, by con- sent ; the B. & L. R. R. Cor. may curve and change bridges and tracks. § 8. Charles R. R. R. Co. may take the bridge of B. & L. R. R. Cor. across Charles River under certain conditions. (May 21). Ch. 441 ; 10 S. L. 458, § 1. May construct the bridge authorized by 1853, ch. 387, § 1 ; 9 S. L. 765, in a manner not parallel with the bridge of the Eastern R. R. Co. and alter the said bridge. § 2. New location of the branch railroad authorized by 1853, ch. 387 ; 9 S. L. 765, may be within six months, and to be a waiver of previous location ; the B. & L. R. R. Cor. to be subject to general statutes. [The clause referring to general statutes repealed by 1856, ch. 43 ; 10 S. L. 503.] § 3. Inconsistent provisions repealed. 1856— (March 10). Ch. 43; 10 S. L. 503. Repeals part of § 2. 1855, ch. 441 ; 10 S. L. 458, which subjects the B. & L. R. R. Cor. to general statutes. (April 24). Ch. 127; 10 S. L. 530, § 1. May construct a branch in Lowell from its track on Dutton street, with location defined. § 2. Charges for freight ; use of branch by other railroad cor- porations. § 3. Powers and liabilities under general laws. § 4. Motive power and speed ; powers of mayor and aldermen in regard to. § 5. Branch track shall be so constructed as not to obstruct the waters of Merrimack Canal. [1857, ch. 297 ; 10 S. L. 769 ; time for location and construction extended to June 1, 1858.] (May 8). Ch. 161 ; 10 S. L. 548, § 1. Salem and Lowell R. R. Co. may enter on the B. & L. R. R. in Lowell ; and use a part thereof, both subject to laws relating to con- necting companies. § 2. Act to take effect on acceptance b}* said companies. 1856 — (May 13). Ch. 167; 10 S. L. 549. Time for location and completion of the branch authorized b}~ 1853, ch. 387 ; 9 S. L. 765, extended to June 1, 1857. Boston and Lowell Railroad Corporation. 221 1856— (June 6). Ch. 296 ; 10 S. L. 604, § 1. Authorizes change of grade in Somerville to enable the Fitchburg R. R. Co. and Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. to pass under the B. & L. R. R. [1857, ch. 128, § 4 ; 10 S. L. 680 ; 1857, ch. 166 ; 10 S. L. 698 ; 1866, ch: 278 ; 12 S. L. 143 ; 1867, ch. 342, § 4 ; 12 S. L. 353.] § 2. Super structure and abutments of the railroad bridge at the intersection, how to be built and maintained. § 3. Grants power to change grade and take land for the pur- poses specified, with provisions as to compensation, filing of location, etc. § 4. Concerning costs of connection with Grand Junction R. R. and Fitchburg R. R. 1857— (May 8). Ch. 128 ; 10 S. L. 680, § 1. Requires construction of a connecting track between the B. & L. R. R. and the Fitchburg R. R. in Somerville, near the railroad bridge. [1856, ch. 296 ; 10 S. L. 604 ; 1867, ch. 342 ; 12 S. L. 353.] § 2. May take land therefor. § 3. Location of the track and grade ; such track to be used as a substitute for former connecting track across the Grand Junction R. R. § 4. Location of railroad bridge over the Fitchburg R. R. and the Grand Junction R. R. confirmed. § 5. Connection shall be made under direction of commissioner. [1867, ch. 342, J 4 ; 12 S. L. 353 ; said connecting track shall not be disturbed.] (May 18). Ch. 166 ; 10 S. L. 698, § 4. Liability of the North American Depot and Wharf Co. as the purchaser of the Grand Junction R. R. for expenses in constructing a bridge and connection at intersection of, in Somerville, with the Fitchburg and Grand Junction railroads. (May 30). Ch. 297; 10 S. L. 769. Time for location and construction of branch in Lowell, authorized by 1856, ch. 127 ; 10 S. L. 530, extended to June 1, 1858. 1859— (April 6). Ch. 268 ; 10 S. L. 924, § 5. Stoneham Branch R. R. Co. may enter on. [1851, ch. 139 ; 9 S. L. 314. 1854, ch. 336 ; 10 S. L. 186.] § 6. B. & L. R. R. Co. may accept charter of S. Br. R. R. Co. and increase capital stock therefor by $50,000. [1870, ch. 165 ; 12 S. L. 952 ; confirms sale of said railroad to the B. & L. R. R. Cor.] 222 Boston and Lowell Railroad Corporation. 1863— (Feb. 7). Ch. 14; 11 S. L. 338, § 2. Mystic River R. R. Co. may enter on, with a reciprocal right in the B. & L. R. R. Cor. (April 29). Ch. 241 ; 11 S. L. 454, § 1. Location of Union Freight Horse R. R. Co. from the freight station of, in Boston. 1866— (May 26). Ch. 267 ; 12 S. L. 139, § 2. Location of Commer- cial Freight R. from the freight station of, in Boston. (May 28). Ch. 278; 12 S. L. 143, § 2. Corporations pur- chasing the Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co., to allow certain facilities to B. & L. R. R. Cor., with a remedy provided. § 3. Land of the B. & L. R. R. Cor. not to be taken without its consent. 1867— (April 25). Ch. 170 ; 12 S. L. 252, §§ 2, 4. Marginal Freight R. Co. may connect with the freight tracks of. § 14. B. & L. R. R. Cor. may subscribe to the stock of the Marginal Freight R. Co., under certain conditions. (June 1). Ch. 342 ; 12 S. L. 353, § 4. Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor. shall not disturb the connecting track of the Boston and Lowell, Fitchburg and Grand Junction R. R. companies ; abutments of the bridge at the intersection of the B. & L. R. R. s*id the Fitchburg R. R. to re- main unchanged [1857, ch. 128 ; 10 S. L. 680.] 1869— (March 20). Ch. 104 ; 12 S. L. 643. Stoneham Branch R. R. may be operated under contract with, and leased to. [1851, ch. 139 ; 9 S. L. 314 ; 1859, ch. 268 ; 10 S. L. 924 ; 1870, ch. 165 ; 12 S. L. 952.] (May 19). Ch. 291; 12 S. L. 757, § 1. May take certain land in Boston for depot and terminal facilities. § 2. May construct new bridge across Charles River or widen existing bridges. § 3. May sell passenger station and bridge and certain land in Boston and Cambridge, to the Eastern R. R. Co. § 4. Ma} r take southerly and westerly portions of land described in § 1 ; and the Eastern R. R. Co. ma}' take the re- mainder with the bridge and passenger stations, under certain conditions. Boston and Lowell Railroad Corporation. 223 § 5. Damages to land owners, and special method of adjudi- cating the same. § 6. Land to be taken within three years. § 7. May increase capital stock not exceeding $1,000,000. § 8. Shall construct draws 44 feet wide in bridges crossing Charles River, in lieu of the present draws. [1870, ch. 301 ; 12 S. L. 1020 ; draw to be 38 feet wide.] § 10. Land taken under the act not exempt from taxation. 1869— (June 23). Ch. 459 ; 12 S. L. 844, §§ 1-13. May consol- idate with other companies under name of Great North- ern R. R. Co., with various provisions for effecting the same. 1870— (Feb. 7). Ch. 9 ; 12 S. L. 873, § 1. May construct branch railroad from its track in Somerville to Mystic River R. R. § 2. May cross with said branch, the Boston and Maine R. R., Eastern R. R. and Grand Junction branch of the Boston and Albany R. R. Co., at grade, under certain conditions. § 3. May enter on the railroads of said companies with recip- rocal right in them ; may lease or purchase the Mystic River R. R. § 4. May purchase land upon the line of the Mystic River R. R., or near its terminus, for freight and shipping depot near the deep waters of Boston harbor. § 5. Location of branch to be within one year, and construction within two years ! (March 23). Ch. 113 ; 12 S. L. 924, § 2. Framingham and Lowell R. R. Co. may cross, in North Billerica. (April 9). Ch. 165 ; 12 S. L. 952. Vote to purchase Stone- ham Branch R. R. under 1859, ch. 268 ; 10 S. L. 924, confirmed ; sale and transfer authorized. (June 1). Ch. 301 ; 12 S. L. 1020, § 1. Draws in railroad bridges required by 1869, ch. 291 ; 12 S. L. 757, ch. 343 ; 12 S. L. 781, and ch. 352; 12 S. L. 792, shall be 38 feet wide instead of 44. § 2. Report upon terminal facilities in Boston by the harbor and railroad commissioners. (June 21). Ch. 386 ; 12 S. L. 1057. May construct connect- ing branch between its main railroad and its Lexington and Arlington branch ; location defined. 224 Boston and Lowell Railroad Corporation. § 2. Said branch railroad may cross highways at grade. § 3. Construction to be within two years. 1871— (Feb. 28). Ch. 60 ; Acts and Res. 471. Public bridge in Medford over Mystic River, near the bridge of. [1854, ch. 275 ; 10 S. L. 151.] (April 10). Ch. 174; Acts and Res. 537, § 4. Middlesex Central R. R. Co. may enter on, lease its road to, and form corporate union with. (April 14). Ch. 184; Acts and Res. 557, § 1. Intersection with, and mode of crossing by the Massachusetts Cen- tral R. R. Co. § 4. M. C. R. R. Co. may connect with, and enter on the B. & L. R. R. § 5. M. C. R. R. Co. may in entering Boston purchase land of B. & L. R. R. Co., for railroad and depots. 1872— (May 7). Ch. 359 ; Acts and Res. 336, § 1. May erect a bridge over the triangle on the southerly side of Charles River to furnish access to its new passenger station. § 2. Compensation to the Commonwealth for the right. (Dec. 4). Ch. 371 ; Acts of Special Session, 439, § 24. Pro- visions of building act not to apply to the passenger station of; precautions, however, to be provided, as required by the inspector of public buildings. 1873— (June 11). Ch. 357; Acts and Res. 879, § 1. May make certain contracts and exchanges of lands and franchises in Somerville, Charlestown and Boston with other com- panies, and alter location for discontinuing grade-cross- ings and accommodating terminal business, and pay money and increase capital stock therefor to the amount expended — the authority subject to the approval of the railroad commissioners. § 2. Structures over tide-water to be subject to the approval of the harbor commissioners. . § 3. Lands may, for said purposes, be purchased or condemned in mode prescribed, and if covered by tide-water, with approval of the harbor commissioners and the governor and council ; and the B. & L. R. R. Cor. to be subject as to property acquired or taken to the general laws. § 4. Reports to be made of doings under the act to the railroad commissioners, and by said commissioners to the next legislature. Woburn Branch Railroad Company. 225 BOSTON AND ONTARIO RAILROAD COMPANY. 1831 — (June 22). Ch. 57 ; 7 S. L. 139. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with location from Lowell to northerly or westerly line of the state, with right to. take land on paying damages. § 2. Capital stock to be 4,000 shares ; election gf officers. § 3. Powers of officers ; assessments on shares. § 4. By-laws. §§ 5, 6. Tolls, toll-houses, account books and reports. §§ 7, 8. Damages to land-owners and parties under disability. § 9. Malicious injuries to railroad and property. § 10. Annual meetings, and right to vote. §11. Crossing of public and private ways. § 12. May enter on the Boston and Lowell R. R. ; grant of an exclusive right for a certain time within certain limits. § 13. May extend into other states when duly authorized by them, and increase capital stock therefor. § 14. Special meetings and assessments. § 15. Organization and location to be before Sept. 1, 1833, and construction by Sept. 1, 1836. § 16. Repair of bridges over public and private ways. ■WOBURN BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1844— (March 16). Ch. 164 ; 8 S. L. 393. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Boston and Lowell R. R. in Woburn, to the centre village in W. [1852, ch. 192 ; 9 S. L. 514 ; Horn Pond Branch R. R. Co. may sell its franchise to.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $30,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Organization and location to be within one year, and con- struction within two years. § 5. May transfer its franchise to the Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. in mode prescribed, with the power in the B. & L. R. R. Cor. to increase its capital stock by $30,000. 1847— (April 23). Ch. 249 ; 8 S. L. 810, § 4. Woburn Branch Ex- tension R. R. Co. may enter on, in Woburn. 1852— (May 7). Ch. 192 ; 9 S. L. 514, §§ 2, 6. Horn Pond Branch R. R. Co. may enter on and use. § 5. H. P. Br. R. R. Co. may sell its franchise and property to. 29 226 Horn Pond Branch Railroad Company. WOBURN BRANCH EXTENSION RAILROAD COMPANY. 1847— (April 23). Ch. 249 ; 8 S. L. 810. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Woburn Branch R. R. in Woburn, to New Bridge village in said W. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $50,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. May enter on, unite with and use the Woburn Branch R. R. § 5. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. Organization and location to be within two years, and construction within three }-ears. § 8. Ma}' transfer its franchise to the Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. in mode prescribed, with the power in the said B. & L. R. R. Cor. to increase its capital stock by $50,000. HORN POND BRANCH RA TI .ROAD COMPANY. 1852— (May 7). Ch. 192 ; 9 S. L. 514. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Horn Pond, in Woburn, to the Woburn Branch R. R. between Woburn and Winchester stations, or to the Lowell R. R., near town line of Winchester and Medford. § 3. May alter route with consent of land-owners. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $40,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 5. May sell franchise to the Lowell R. R. Cor. or Woburn Branch R. R. Cor. § 6. May enter on said L. R. R. and said W. B. R. R. § 7. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 8. Location to be within two years, and construction within four j'ears. 1855 — (May 15). Ch. 354 ; 10S. L. 412, §1. May construct a pile bridge over Charles River on the easterly side of the Boston and Lowell R. R. bridge, with restrictions. § 2. May, with consent, connect with bridge and main tracks of the B. & L. R. R. § 3. Location of branch to be within one year and completion of branch and bridge within two 3-ears. Wilmington and Cambridge Railroad Company. 227 WILMINGTON BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1850— (April 26). Ch. 240 ; 9 S. L. 223. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Boston and Maine R. R. in Reading to the Boston and Lowell R. R. in "Wilmington, with a pro- viso allowing the connection with the B. & M. R. R. to be in Wilmington. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $30,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. . § 5. May enter on the Boston and Lowell R. R. in Wilmington, and the Boston and Maine R. R. in Reading, under cer- tain conditions. § 6. Certain through tickets and certain trains prohibited. § 7. Location to be within one year, and construction within two years. § 8. Restrictions on the issue of shares. WILMINGTON AND CAMBRIDGE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1851— (May 23). Ch. 244 ; 9 S. L. 358. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Boston and Maine R. R. in Wilmington to the Lexington and West Cambridge R. R. in West Cambridge, or to the Fitchburg R. R., near Porter's hotel, in Cambridge. § 3. May enter on certain railroads. § 4. Capital stock to be $250,000, with provisions as to assess- ments, and the issue of shares. § 5. Location to be within two years, and construction within three years. § 6. Conditions precedent to the commencement of construction. BILLERICA BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1848— (April 18). Ch. 114 ; 8 S. L. 903. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location in Billerica from the Boston and Lowell R. R. to Billerica centre. § 3. Capital stock to be $50,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. 228 Lexington and Chelmsford Railroad Company. § 4. Ma^- enter on at Billerica, and use Boston and Lowell R. R. § 5. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative authority. $ 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. Organization and location to be within two years, and construction within three years. § 8. May transfer its franchise to the Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. LEXINGTON AND CHELMSFORD RAILROAD COMPANY. 1855— (May 18). Ch. 390 ; 10 S. L. 431. Original cliarter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Lexington to the Nashua and Lowell R. R. at village of North Chelmsford. § 3. May enter on the Lexington and West Cambridge R. R. in Lexington, and Nashua and Lowell R. R. in Chelmsford. § 4. Capital stock to be 6400,000 : may hold real and personal estate. § 5. Location to be within three years, and construction within five years. § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 8. Damages to land-owners. NASHUA AND LOWELL RAIT .ROAD CORPORATION, No. 1. 1836— (April 16). Ch. 249 ; 7 S. L. 700. Original charter. § 1 . Grants corporate powers : location from Lowell to the Nashua and Lowell R. R. in New Hampshire. [Location changed, enlarged or extended. 1838, ch. 96 ; 8 S. L. 40. Corporate union with X. & L. R. R. Cor. (of N. H. ) 1846, ch. 15 ; 8 S. L. 525. May build a branch track in Lowell. 1846, ch. 263 ; 8 S. L. 674. May surrender part of Middlesex turnpike. 1864, ch. 235 ; 11 S. L. 577. May budd railroad track in Lowell. 1868, ch. 181 ; 12 S. L. 476. Lease of Stony Brook R. R. to. 1869, ch. 459; 12 S. L. 844. Corporate union with Great Northern R. R. Co. 1871, ch. 176 ; Acts and Res. 540. May purchase or hire the Tyngsborough and Brookline R. R.] § 2. Capital stock not to exceed $300,000 ; may hold real estate. [Additions to capital stock authorized. 1845, ch. 82; 8 S. L. 431. $50,000 for additional track. 1867, ch. 77 ; 12 S. L. 204. §150,000. 1871, ch. 147; Acts and Res. 524. §50,000 for terminal facilities, the entire stock limited to §800,000.] Nashua and Lowell Railroad Corporation. 229 § 3. May enter on the Boston and Lowell R. R. under certain conditions. § 4. Subscription for stock, organization and location to be by Jan. 1, 1837 ; construction by Sept. 1, 1838. [1838, ch. 176 ; 8 S. L. 71 ; time for completion extended one year.] § 5. Obstruction of the Patucket or Middlesex canal pro- hibited. [1846, ch. 15, § 4 ; 8 S. L. 525.] § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. 1838— (April 10). Ch. 96; 8 S. L. 40, § 1. Corporate union with the Nashua and Lowell R. R. Cor. of New Hampshire under the name of Nashua and Lowell R. R. Cor. § 2. Residence of officers for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 3. Liability of shares to attachment. § 4. Separate accounts as to part of road in each state, to be adjusted by commissioners. § 5. Subject as to part of road in each state to the laws thereof. § 6. Act to take effect upon similar legislation in New Hamp- shire, and acceptance by the corporations. (April 17). Ch. 125 ; 8 S. L. 53, § 1. Issue of state scrip in aid of. §§ 2, 3. Conditions for the issue thereof, mortgage of the prop- erty and franchise, and transfer of shares to secure the same. (April 24). Ch. 176 ; 8 S. L. 71. Time for completion ex- tended one year. 1841— (March 13). Ch. 78 ; 8 S. L. 210, § 2. Excepts the part of the Middlesex County turnpike sold to N. & L. R. R. Cor. from the provisions of the act dissolving said turn- pike corporation. [1846, ch. 263 ; 8 S. L. 674 ; may surrender the charter of its part of Middlesex turnpike.] 1845— (Feb. 27). Ch. 82 ; 8 S. L. 431. Capital stock increased by an amount not exceeding $50,000 for an additional track. (March 26). Ch. 251 ; 8 S. L. 518, § 3. Stony Brook R. R. Co. may enter on in Chelmsford, under certain conditions. 1846— (Feb. 7). Ch. 15 ; 8 S. L. 525, § 1. May build a branch track in Lowell to the Boston and Lowell R. R. near Arch bridge. 230 Nashua and Lowell Railroad Corporation. § 2. May enter on the B. & L. R. R. under certain conditions. § 3. Powers and liabilities in regard to said branch. § 4. Obstruction of Patucket canal prohibited. [1836, ch. 249, § 5 ; 7 S. L. 700.] 1846— (March 27). Ch. 157; 8 S. L. 612, §§ 2, 3. Lowell and Andover R. R. Co. may enter on, in Lowell, and use. (April 16). Ch. 263; 8 S. L. 674, § 1. May surrender the charter of the part of Middlesex turnpike belonging to it, in Tyngsborough and Chelmsford. [1841," ch. 78 ; 8 S. L. 210.] § 2. Act to take effect July 1, 1846 ; the N. & L. R. R. Cor. not bound to keep said turnpike as such in repair. 1849— (March 2). Ch. 26 ; 9 S. L. 11, § 1. Boston and Lowell R. R. may cross at grade, in Lowell. 1851— (May 7). Ch. 107; 9 S. L. 297, § 2. Lowell and Lawrence R. R. Co. may, with its branch, enter on and use in Lowell. 1855— (May 18). Ch. 390; 10 8. L. 431, § 3. Lexington and Chelmsford R. R. Co. may enter on and use, in Chelms- ford. 1864 — (May 12). Ch. 235 ; 11 S. L. 577. May maintain certain tracks in Lowell to its land on Western avenue, with consent of the city council. 1867 — (March 16). Ch. 77; 12 S. L. 204. May increase capital stock not exceeding $150,000. 1868— (May 4). Ch. 181 ; 12 S. L. 476. Stony Brook R. R. Cor. may alter and extend its contract for leasing its road to, upon certain conditions, the contract not to extend be- yond January 1, 1890. 1869— (June 23). Ch. 459 ; 12 S. L. 844. May form corporate union with other companies, under the name of the Great Northern R. R. Co. 1871 — (March 30). Ch. 147; Acts and Res. 524. May increase its capital stock $50,000 for depot and terminal facilities ; the capital stock being limited to $800,000. Tyngsborough and Brookline Railroad Company. 231 1871— (April 10). Ch. 176 ; Acts and Res. 540, §§ 2, 3. Tyngsbor- ough and Brookline R. R. Co. may enter on, in Tyngs- borough, and use, with reciprocal right in N. & L. R. R. Cor. ; the N. & L. R. R. Cor. may purchase or hire the franchise and property of the T. & B. R. R. Co. See Great Northern R. R. Co. NASHUA AND LOWELL RAILROAD CORPORATION, No. 2. (A NEW HAMPSHIRE CORPORATION, CREATED IN 1835.) 1836— (April 16). Ch. 249 ; 7 S. L. 700, § 1. Nashua and Lowell R. R. of Massachusetts, may be constructed to form a junction with. 1838— (April 10). Ch. 96 ; 8 S. L. 40. Corporate union with the Nashua and Lowell Cor. of Massachusetts authorized, with provisions for effecting such union. See Nashua and Lowell R. R. Cor. [of Mass.], No. 1. TYNGSBOROUGH AND BROOKLINE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1871 — (April 10). Ch. 176 ; Acts and Res. 540. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Nashua and Lowell R. R. in Tyngs- borough, to the line of New Hampshire at Brookline [or Hollis. 1872, ch. 88 ; Acts and Res. 78]. § 3. May enter on the Nashua and Lowell R. R. with recip- rocal right in that corporation, and may lease or sell its franchise and property to said N. & L. R. R. Cor. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $400,000. § 5. May form corporate union with a connecting company of New Hampshire. § 6. Residence of officers for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 7. Said company and stockholders as to part of road in this state, to be liable as before the corporate union. § 8. Location to be within two, years, and construction within four j'ears. [1873, ch. 81 ; Acts and Res. 535 ; time extended two years.] 232 Great Northern Railroad Company. 1872— (March 9). Ch. 88 ;* Acts and Res. 78. Amending 1871, ch. 176 ; Acts and Res. 540, so as to permit a terminus at Hollis as well as Brookline. 1873— (March 15). Ch. 81 ; Acts and Res. 535. Time for location and construction extended two years. GREAT NORTHERN RAILROAD COMPANY. 1869— (June 23). Ch. 459 ; 12 S. L. 844, § 1. Authorizes the cor- porate union of the Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor., Nashua and Lowell R. R. Cor., Concord R. R. Cor., Northern R. R. Co., or any of them. § 2. Powers and duties of the new corporation. § 3. First meeting, and voting at the same ; powers of officers. § 4. Existing corporations to continue for certain purposes. § 5. New corporation to be called the Great Northern R. R. Co. ; may purchase or lease certain railroads and steam- ships. § 6. Certain railroad companies may sell or lease their fran- chises and property to, with a proviso as to mortgages and liens. § 7. Rights of dissenting stockholders. vj 8. Capital stock, the amount thereof, how limited and de- termined. § 9. May extend its road to deep water in Boston harbor, and for this purpose may purchase or lease certain roads. § 10. Charges for transportation, facilities to connecting roads, transportation of freight and passengers, dividends, etc. .§11. Right of the Commonwealth to purchase. § 12. Not authorized by the act to take or use any flats of the Commonwealth. (June 23). Ch. 460 ; 12 S. L. 850. Number of directors not to be less than nine. See Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. Nashua and Lowell R. R. Cor. * Called the Brookline and Tyngsborough R. R. Co. in the title of this act. Northern Railroad Company. 233 NORTHERN RAILROAD COMPANY. (A NEW HAMPSHIRE CORPORATION.) 1869— (June 23). Ch. 459 ; 12 S. L. 844, § 1. May form corporate union with certain other companies under the name of the Great Northern R. R. Co., with provisions for effect- ing said union. See Ghreat Northern B. B. Co. CONCORD RAILROAD COMPANY. 1869— (June 23). Ch. 459 ; 12 S. L. 844, § 1. May form corporate union with certain other companies under the name of the Great Northern R. R. Co., with provisions for effect- ing said 1 union. See Ghreat Northern B. B. Co. FOREIGN RAILROAD COMPANIES, Whose railroads the Great Northern R. R. Co. was authorized to purchase by 1869, ch. 459, § 5 ; • 12 S. L. 844, viz. :— Vermont Central R. R. Co. Vermont and Canada R. R. Co. Ogdensburg and Lake Cha - 1 ' R. R. Co. Montreal and Vermont Jul R. R. Co. Stanstead, Shefford and Cha a iy R. R. Co. Wilton R. R. Co. Manchester and North Weare R. R. Co. Concord and Portsmouth R. R. Co. Suncook Valley R. R. Co. Concord and Claremont R. R. Co. Contocook River R. R. Co. Sullivan R. R. Co. Boston, Concord and Montreal R. R. Co. White Mountains R. R. Co. Connecticut and Passumpsic Rivers R. R. Co. 234 Lowell and Andover Railroad Company. LOWELL AND ANDOVER RAILROAD COMPANY. 1846— (March 27). Ch. 157 ; 8 S. L. 612. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from a branch of Nashua and Lowell R. R. in Lowell to Boston and Maine R. R. in Methuen or Andover. [Lowell and Lawrence R. R. Co. v. Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor., 7 Gray R. 27.] § 3. May enter on the Boston and Maine, Nashua and Lowell and Boston and Lowell railroads. [Lowell and Law- rence R. R. Co. v. Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor., 7 Gray R. 27.] § 4. Provisions for crossing tracks of Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. § 5. Mode of crossing how determined, compensation and in- demnity to Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. [Lowell and Lawrence R. R. Co. v. Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor., 7 Gray R. 27.] § 6. Capital stock not to exceed $300,000. § 7. Location to be by Sept. 1, 1847, and completion by Sept. 1, 1849. § 8. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 9. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. 1848— (Feb. 15). Ch. 14 ; 8 S. L. 843. Name changed to Lowell and Lawrence R. R. Co. See Lowell and Lawrence JR. R. Go. LOWELL AND LAWRENCE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1848— (Feb. 15). Ch. 14 ; 8 S. L. 843. Name changed from Lowell and Andover R. R. Co. [Location, see Lowell and Andover R. R. Co. 1851, ch. 107 ; 9 S. L. 297. May build branches in Lowell.] [Capital stock, see Lowell and Andover R. R. Co.] (April 26). Ch. 223 ; 8 S. L. 950, § 7. Salem and Lowell R. R. Co. may enter on, at Tewksbury. 1851— (May 7). Ch. 107 ; 9 S. L. 297, § 1. May construct a branch railroad in Lowell, and enter therewith on the Bleachery branch of the Boston and Lowell R. R. Lowell and Lawrence Railroad Company. 235 § 2. May construct a branch railroad in Lowell, beginning near Arch bridge, over the Boston and Lowell R. R., and enter thereon with the Boston and Lowell, and Nashua and Lowell railroads. § 3. Location to be within one year, and construction within two years. § 4. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. 1855— (May 18). Ch. 386 ; 10 S. L. 428, § 1. May make arrange- ments with the Salem and Lowell R. R. Co.^ and Boston and Maine R. R. for use in common of certain sections of their several railroads between Lowell and Boston. [Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. v. Salem and Lowell R. R. Co., 2 Gray R. 1.] § 2. Damages to land-owners. § 3. Use in common authorized by the first section, defined and regulated. § 4. First two sections to take effect on acceptance by the cor- porations aforesaid, and the last two on the passage of the act. 1856— (May 8). Ch. 161 ; 10 S. L. 548. Salem and Lowell R. R. Co. may enter on the Boston and Lowell R. R. from the L. & L. R. R. in Lowell, and use a certain part of the B. & L. R. R. 1866— (April 7). Ch. 127 ; 12 S. L. 54. Reference to, in act author- izing the Boston and Maine R. R. Cor. to change its passenger station in South Lawrence. 1869— (June 23). Ch. 459 ; 12 S. L. 844, § 5. Great Northern R. R. Co. may purchase. 1870— (March 23). Ch. 113; 12 S. L. 924, § 2. Framingham and Lowell R. R. Co. may connect with, at Tewksbury junc- tion. See Lowell and Andover B. R. Go. Peabody v. Flint, 6 Allen R. 52. 236 Agricultural Branch Railroad Company. AGRICULTURAL BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1847— (April 26). Ch. 269 ; 8 S. L. 825. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Northborough to any branch of the Boston and Worcester R. R. near Framingham centre, with a restriction as to an intermediate point. [Newton v. Agricultural Branch R. R. Co., 15 Gray R. 27 ; Brigham v. Same, 1 Allen R. 316.] [Location changed, enlarged or extended. 1852, ch. 178; 9 S. L. 510. To Sterling. 1861, ch. 57; 11 S. L. 148. In Clinton. 1861, ch. 202 ; 11 S. L. 228. Branch in Marlborough. 1865, ch. 2 ; US. L. 615. In Clinton and Berlin, and from Northborough to Sterling ; new track in Southborough. 1871, ch. 213 ; Acts and Res. 576. Tracks in Fitchburg. 1872, ch. 89 ; Acts and Res. 79. Sale of part of road northerly of Boston and Albany R. R. in Framingham.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $280,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. [Additions to capital stock authorized. 1852, ch. 178 ; 9 S. L. 510. $300,000 for the extension to Sterling, divided into sections. 1860, ch. 42 ; 11 S. L. 30. Reduced for the second section to $100,000, and for the third section to $50,000.] § 4. Location to be within sixteen months, and construction within two years. [Time extended. 1848, ch. 143 ; 8 S. L. 914. For location and construction one year. 1851, ch. 123; 9 S. L. 305. For location to May 7, 1852, and for construction to May 7, 1853. 1852, ch. 251 ; 9 S. L. 537. For location to May 7, 1853, and for construction to May 7, 1855. 1853, ch. 185; 9 S. L. 661. For location and construction to July 1, 1856. 1856, ch. 243 ; 10 S. L. 578. For construction, one year. 1857, ch. 102 ; 10 S. L. 670. For construction, two years. 1859, ch. 12 ; 10 S. L. 845. For construction, three years. 1862, ch. 124 ; 11 S. L. 294. For location and construction to July 1, 1865. 1865, ch. 2 ; US. L. 615. For location and construction to July 1, 1868.] § 5. May enter on Boston and Worcester R. R. § 6. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 7. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. 1848— (April 21). Ch. 143 ; 8 S. L. 914, § 1. Time for location and construction extended one^year. § 2. May enter on Framingham Branch R. R. Agricultural Branch Railroad Company. 237 1851— (May 7). Ch. 123 ; 9 S. L. 305, § 1. Revives original char- ter of 1847, ch. 269 ; 8 S. L. 825 ; organization and location to be within one year, and construction within two years. § 2. Conditions precedent to commencement of construction. § 3. Restriction in the issue of stock. 1852— (May 5). Ch. 178 ; 9 S. L. 510, § 1. May extend from ter- minus in Northborough, to Fitchburg and Worcester R. R. in Sterling. § 2. May enter on Fitchburg and Worcester R. R. in Sterling. • § 3. Crossing of Worcester and Nashua R. R. in Sterling or Clinton. § 4. Powers and liabilities as. to said extension. § 5. May increase capital therefor by $300,000. § 6. Railroad may be divided into three sections ; with a capital of $150,000 for the first section, $200,000 for the second, and $100,000 for the third, with conditions precedent to to the commencement of construction. [1853, ch. 185 ; 9 S. L. 661. 1860, ch. 42 ; 11 S. L. 30. Agricultural Branch R. R. Co. v. Winchester, 13 Allen R. 29.] § 7. Location to be within one year, and construction within three years. (May 18). Ch. 251 ; 9 S. L. 537. Time for location of part of railroad between Framingham and Northborough, extended to May 7, 1853, and for construction to May 7, 1855. 1853— (April 23). Ch. 185 ; 9 S. L. 661. Time for location and construction extended to July 1, 1856. § 2. May build road in sections, as provided in 1852, ch. 178 ; 9 S. L. 510. § 3. Certain other companies, viz., the Boston and Worcester, the Fitchburg and Worcester, the Cheshire, the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R., may subscribe to the stock or guarantee the bonds of. § 4. May take leases of said corporations, lease its road to them, or form corporate union with them in mode pre- scribed. 1856— (May 31). Ch. 243 ; 10 S. L. 578. Time for construction extended one year. 238 Agricultural Branch Railroad Company. 1857— (April 30). Ch. 102; 10 S. L. 670. Time for construction extended two years. 1859— (Feb. 3). Ch. 12; 10 S. L. 845. Time for construction ex tended three years. I860— (Feb. 24). Ch. 42 ; 11 S. L. 30. Amends 1852, ch. 178 ; 9 S. L. 510, § 6 ; and fixes the capital for the second section at $100,000, and for the third section at $50,000. 1861— (Feb. 21). Ch. 57 ; 11 S. L. 148. May change location in or near Clinton. (April 11). Ch. 202 ; 11 S. L. 228. May build a branch in Marlborough. 1862— (April 19). Ch. 124; 11 S. L. 294. Time for location and construction extended to July 1, 1865. 1865— (Feb. 3). Ch. 2; 11 S. L. 615, § 1. Time for location and construction extended to July 1, 1868. § 2. May change location in Clinton and Berlin, so as to pass through a part of Bolton, and file new location from line of Northborough to Fitchburg and Worcester R. R., in Sterling. § 3. May construct new track near northerly line of South- borough, not exceeding 200 rods in length. (April 27). Ch. 170; 11 S. L. 681. May cross Worcester and Nashua R. R. and certain streets in Clinton at grade, with a gate at Water street, to be closed while trains are passing. 1867— (March 18). Ch. 83 ; 12 S. L. 206, § 3. Mansfield and Fram- ingham (Foxborough Branch) R. R. Co. and A. Br. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. (April 17). Ch. 153 ; 12 S. L. 248, § 1. Name changed to Boston, Clinton and Fitchburg R. R. Co. See Boston, Clinton and Fitchburg Railroad Co. Boston, Clinton and Fitchburg Railroad Company, 239 BOSTON, CLINTON AND FITCHBURG. RAILROAD COMPANY. 1867— (April 17). Ch. 153 ; 12 S. L. 248, § 1. Name changed from the Agricultural Branch R. R. Co. [Location, see Agricultural Branch R. R. Co. Location changed, enlarged or extended. 1870, ch. 90 ; 12 S. L. 914. Lease from, or corporate union with, Mansfield and Framingham R. R. Co. 1871, ch. 213 ; Acts and Res. 576. Tracks in Fitchburg. 1872, ch. 89 ; Acts and Res. 79. Conveyance from Mansfield and Framing- ham R. R. Co. 1872, ch. 172 ; Acts and Res. 126. Lease from Framingham and Lowell R. R., or corporate union with. 1873, ch. 20 ; Acts and Res. 495. Corporate union with the New Bedford R. R. Co. 1873, ch. 80 ; Acts and Res. 535. Location in Framingham confirmed. 1873, ch. 358 ; Acts and Res. 881. Branch in Framingham to camp-ground.] § 2. May issue new capital stock to the amount of $423,800, with provisions as to issue and dividends. [Capital stock. See Agricultural Branch R. R. Co.] § 3. May, in addition to above amount, issue stock not exceed- ing $423,800, equal to surrendered stock of Agricultural Branch R. R. Co. § 4. Right of stockholders to new stock. § 5. Exchange of old for new stock. § 6. Old stock not exchanged, to be known as the Agricultural Branch R. R. Co. stock, with incidents of the same. § 7. Dividends upon different kinds of stock. § 8. Act to take effect upon acceptance by a certain vote. 1868— (May 9). Ch. 189 ; 12 S. L. 480. May, with other companies, subscribe to capital stock of the Mansfield and Framing- ham R. R. Co., each not exceeding $25,000. 1869— (May 10). Ch. 260 ; 12 S. L. 736, § 6. Massachusetts Cen- tral R. R. Co. and the B. C. & F. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. (May 22). Ch. 299 ; 12 S. L. 764. May issue bonds to the amount of $250,000, and secure the same by a mortgage of road and franchise. 1870— (March 17). Ch. 90 ; 12 S. L. 914, § 1. May lease the road of the Mansfield and Framingham R. R. Co., and form corporate union with. [1873, ch. 20 ; Acts and Res. 495.] § 2. Powers and liabilities of new corporation. 240 Framingham and Lowell Railroad Company. 1870— (March 23). Ch. 113 ; 12 S. L. 924, § 4. Framingham and Lowell R. R. Co. and the B. C. & F. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. 1871— (April 19). Ch. 213 ; Acts and Res. 576. May extend tracks in Fitchburg. 1872— (March 9). Ch. 89 ; Acts and Res. 79. Mansfield and Fram- ingham R. R. Co. may convey to B., C. & F. R. R. Co. the portion of its road north of Boston and Albany R. R., in Framingham. (April 5). Ch. 172; Acts and Res. 126, § 1. Lease of Framingham and Lowell R. R. to, confirmed. § 2. Said companies may form a corporate union. § 3. Powers and liabilities of new corporation. (April 8). Ch. 177; Acts and Res. 127, § 4. Rights of, in Farm Pond, in Framingham. 1873— (Feb. 11). Ch. 20; Acts and Res. 495, § 8. Consolidated company formed under 1870, ch. 90 ; 12 S. L. 914, may form a corporate union with the New Bedford R. R. Co. in a certain event. (March 15). Ch. 80 ; Acts and Res. 535. Location in Fram- ingham, as filed August 3, 1872, confirmed. (June 11). Ch. 358; Acts and Res. 881. May construct a branch in Framingham to the Commonwealth's camp- ground, the route to be fixed under the general laws. See Agricultural Branch R. R. Co. Mansfield and Framingham R. R. Co. New Bedford R. R. Co. FRAMINGHAM AND LOWELL RAILROAD COMPANY. 1870— (March 23). Ch. 113 ; 12 S. L. 924. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Boston, Clinton and Fitchburg R. R. in Framingham, to Lowell, with a branch road from the main line to Tewksbury junction, connecting there with the Lowell and Lawrence R. R. [1873, ch. 82 ; Acts and Res. 535 ; restriction as to taking land of the Fitch- burg R. R. Co.] Nashua, Acton and Boston Railroad Company. 241 § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $1,500,000. § 4. Boston, Clinton and Fitchburg R. R. Co., and the F. & L. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. § 5. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. [1873, ch. 82 ; Acts and Res. 535 ; time for location and construction extended to July 1, 1874.] 1870— (May 9). Ch. 241 ; 12 S. L. 994, § 1. May issue bonds under general laws. [1871, ch. 33 ; Acts and Res. 460.] § 2. City of Lowell and towns in which the railroad is located may, on certain conditions, subscribe to a limited amount of the stock of. (May 12). Ch. 246 ; 12 S. L. 995, § 2. Fitchburg R. R. Co. and the F. & L. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. 1871— (Feb. 20). Ch. 33 ; Acts and Res. 460. May mortgage road and franchise to secure bonds, not exceeding $500,000. [1870, ch. 241 ; 12 S. L. 994.] (April 10). Ch. 175 ; Acts and Res. 539, § 2. Nashua, Acton and Boston R. R. Co. may enter on, in Acton. 1872— (April 5). Ch. 172; Acts and Res. 126, § 1. Lease of the railroad of, to the Boston, Clinton and Fitchburg R. R. Co. confirmed. § 2. Said companies may form a corporate union. § 3. Powers and liabilities of new corporation. 1873— (March 15). Ch. 82 ; Acts and Res. 535, § 1. Time for loca- tion and construction extended to July 1, 1874. § 2. Not authorized to take land of the Fitchburg R. R. Co. not already taken or located on. See Boston, Clinton and Fitchburg R. R. Co. NASHUA, ACTON AND BOSTON RAILROAD COMPANY. 1871 — (April 10). Ch. 175 ; Acts and Res. 539. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from state line in Dunstable, to Framingham and Lowell R. R. in Acton, with right to enter on said F. & L. R. R. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $600,000. § 4. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. 31 242 Foxborough Branch Railroad Company. FOXBOROUGH BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1862— (April 2G). Ch. 154 ; 11 S. L. 303. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from point in Mansfield, near junction of the Taunton Branch R. R. and Boston and Providence R. R. to the Midland R. R. in Walpole. [1867, ch. 83, § 2 ; 12 S. L. 206 ; location changed in Walpole, and ex- tended to Framingham.] § 3. Capital stock may be $100,000 ; may hold real and per- sonal estate. [Additions authorized. 1864, ch. 141 ; 11 S. L. 529. §100,000. 1867, ch. 83 ; 12 S. L. 206, § 5. $400,000. 1871, ch. 341 ; Acts and Res. 672. For purchase of East Walpole Branch R. R.] § 4. Location to be within two years and completion within four j-ears. [Time extended. 1866, ch. 3 ; 12 S. L. 1. For construction two years. 1867, ch. 83 ; 12 S. L. 206, $ 6. To April 26, 1870. 1869, ch. 13 ; 12 S. L. 598. For location and construction to April 26, 1872. § 5. ~May connect with and use the Midland R. R. § 6. May lease its road to the Midland R. R. Cor. 1864— (March 5). Ch 82 ; 11 S. L. 501, § 2. Connection of Mans- field and Somerset R. R. with. (April 8). Ch. 141; 11 S. L. 529. May increase capital stock $100,000. 1865— (March 22). Ch. 89 ; 11 S. L. 642. May enter on Boston and Providence R. R. and Taunton Branch R. R., with reciprocal right in said companies. 1866— (Jan. 31). Ch. 3 ; 12 S.L. 1. Time for construction extended two years. 1867— (March 18). Ch. 83; 12 S. L. 206, § 1. Name changed to Mansfield and Framinsjham R. R. Co. See Mansfield and Framingham R. R. Co. Mansfield and Framingham Railroad Company. 243 MANSFIELD AND FRAMINGHAM RAILROAD COMPANY. 1867— (March 18). Ch. 83 ; 12 S. L. 206, § 1, Name changed from the Foxborough Branch R. R. Co. [Location, see Foxborough Branch R. R. Co. 1867, ch. 83 ; 12 S. L. 206. Change in Walpole, and extension to Agricultural Branch R. R. in Framingham. 1870, ch. 90 ; 12 S. L. 914. Corporate union with the Boston, Clinton and Fitch- burg R. R. Co. 1871, ch. 341 ; Acts and Res. 672. Purchase of East Walpole Branch R. R. 1872, ch. 89 ; Acts and Res. 79. Sale of part of the road to Boston, Clinton and Fitchburg R. R. Co. 1873, ch. 20 ; Acts and Res. 495. Corporate union with New Bedford R. R. Co.] [Capital stock, see Foxborough Branch R. R. Co. 1867, ch. 83 ; 12 S. L. 206. Increase of $400,000.] § 2. Change of location in Walpole, and extension from its ter- minus in Walpole, to Agricultural Branch R. R. in Fram- ingham. § 3. May enter on Boston and Providence, Boston, Hartford and Erie, Boston and Worcester, and Agricultural Branch railroads, with reciprocal rights in said companies. § 4. May cross said B. & P., B. H. & E., and B. & W. rail- roads at grade, with a restriction as to crossing said B. & W. R. R. § 5. May increase capital stock by $400,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 6. Time for construction extended to April 26, 1870. § 7. Location of extension to be by April 26, 1869, and con- struction by April 26, 1870. 1868— (May 9). Ch. 189 ; 12S.L. 480. Certain railroad companies, viz., the Vermont and Massachusetts, Cheshire, Boston, Clinton and Fitchburg, Taunton Branch, New Bedford and Taunton, Boston and Providence, Old Colony and Newport, may subscribe to the stock of the M. & F. R. R. Co., each not exceeding $25,000, by a vote of two- thirds of stockholders present and voting at a meeting. 1869— (Feb. 10). Ch. 13; 12 S. L. 598. Time for location and construction extended to April 26, 1872. (May 26). Ch. 313 ; 12 S. L. 766. May issue bonds to the amount of $300,000 on certain terms, and mortgage the road and franchise. 244 Charlestown Branch Railroad Corporation, JVo. 1. 1870— (March 17). Ch. 90 ; 12 S. L. 914, § 1. May lease road and franchise to Boston, Clinton and Fitchburg R. R. Co., and both corporations may, in the manner prescribed, unite and make joint stock. [1873, ch. 20 ; Acts and Res. 495, § 8 ; such consolidated company may in a certain event be consolidated with the New Bedford R. R. Co.] § 2. Corporation formed by such union, to have the powers and property of each, subject to the liabilities of each. 1871— (March 25). Ch. 141 ; Acts and Res. 520, §§ 2, 3. Sherborn and South Natick R. R. Co. may enter upon, in Sher- born, unite with and use, with reciprocal right in the M. & F. R. R. Co. (May 25). Ch. 341 ; Acts and Res. 672, §§1,2. East Wal- pole Branch R. R. Cor. may enter upon in "Walpole, unite with and use, with reciprocal right in the M. & F. R. R. Co. § 5. East "Walpole Branch R. R. Co. may lease or sell its road and franchise to, and the purchasing corporation may increase its capital stock by the amount of the cost of construction. 1872— (March 9). Ch. 89 ; Acts and Res. 79. May sell to the Bos- ton, Clinton and Fitchburg R. R. Co. portion of its road situated northerly of the Boston and Albany R. R. in Framingham. (April 8). Ch. 177; Acts and Res. 127, § 4. Rights of, in Farm Pond in Framingham. 1873— (Feb. 11). Ch. 20; Acts and Res. 495, § 8. Consolidated company formed under 1870, ch. 90 ; 12 S. L. 914, may be consolidated with the New Bedford R. R. Co., in a certain event. See Foxborough Branch R. R. Go. Boston, Clinton and Fitchburg R. R. Co. New Bedford R. R. Co. CHARLESTOWN BRANCH RAILROAD CORPORATION, No. 1. 1835 — (April 4). Ch. Ill ; 7 S. L. 550, note. Original charter. [Repealed by 1836, ch. 187, § 8 ; 7 S. L. 666.] Charlestown Branch Railroad Company, No. 2. 245 CHAKLESTOWN BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 2. 1836— (April 9). Ch. 187 ; 7 S. L. 666. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers ; location from Swett's wharf in Charlestown to Boston and Lowell R. R., near the "one mile post," with right to extend to the navy yard ; consent of selectmen and land-owners. [Charlestown Branch R. R. Co. v. County Commissioners, 7 Metcalf R. 78.] [Location changed, enlarged or extended. 1841, ch. 108; 8 S. L. 223. Extension from Boston and Lowell R. R. to "West Cambridge (amended by 1842, ch. 12 ; 8 S. L. 241). 1844, ch. 176 ; 8 S. L. 400. In Somerville and West Cambridge. 1845, ch. 186 ; 8 S. L. 484. Construction or purchase of the Lexington and "West Cambridge R. R. 1845, ch. 235; 8 S. L. 511. Branch from Somerville to Cambridge.] § 2. Draw, piers, detention of vessels, mode of constructing. [1837, ch. 94 ; 7 S. L. 757 ; amended as to draw and piers.] § 3. Capital stock not to be less than $200,000 or exceed $500,000. [1845, ch. 186 ; 8 S. L. 484 ; increase of $25,000 or $200,000 for construction of part or purchase of whole of Lexington and "West Cambridge R. R.] may hold real and personal estate ; subscription of $200,000, and organization to be before Jan. 1, 1837 location to be filed according to law, and construction to be by Jan. 1, 1838. [1837, ch. 94 ; 7 S. L. 757, § 1 extends time for location to Jan. 1, 1839, and for con struction to Jan. 1, 1840. 1839, ch. 126 ; 8 S. L. 131 extends time for construction to Jan. 1, 1841.] § 4. Owners of land and wharves may unite railroad tracks with. § 5. Draw on Morrill estate. § 6. May enter on Boston and Lowell R. R. in a certain manner. § 7. Sale of Commonwealth's land and flats to, with approval of location and construction by the governor. § 8. Repeal of original charter of Charlestown Branch R. R. Cor., 1835, ch. Ill ; 7 S. L. 550, note. § 9. Charlestown Wharf Co. may subscribe to stock of, not less than $25,000 nor more than $50,000. [1839, ch. 126 ; 8 S. L. 131 ; additional subscription authorized.] 24(5 Charlestown Branch Railroad Company, JVb. 2. 1837— (March 25). Ch. 94 ; 7 S. L. 757, § 1. Time for location extended to Jan. 1, 1839, and for construction to Jan. 1. 1840. § 2. Amendment of 1836, ch. 187 ; 7 S. L. 666, § 2, as to con- struction of draw and piers. 1839— (April 8). Ch. 126; 8 S. L. 131, § 1. Time for completion extended to Jan. 1, 1841. § 2. Charlestown Wharf Co. may invest $100,000 in stock of, be}'ond amount previously authorized. [1836, ch. 187, § 9 ; 7 S. L. 666 ; as to said wharf, see Fitchburg R. R. Co. v. Boston and Maine R. R., 3 Cushing R. 58.] 1841— (March 17). Ch. 108; 8 S. L. 223, § 1. Extension from junction with Boston and Lowell R. R., in Charlestown, to West Cambridge, with lateral tracks. [Cambridge v. Charlestown Branch R, R. Co., 7 Metcalf R. 70.] § 2. Turn-outs and switches upon the Boston and Lowell R. R. § 3. Location to be filed according to law, and construction to be by Jan. 1, 1844. § 4. Powers and duties as to the extension. § 5. Safeguards in crossing Medford road and other highways. [1842, ch. 12 ; 8 S. L. 241.] 1842— (Feb. 21). Ch. 12; 8 S. L. 241. Amending 1841, ch. 108; 8 S. L. 223, § 5, as to bridge over Medford road. (March 3). Ch. 84 ; 8 S. L. 269, § 2. Fitchburg R. R. Co. may purchase or lease the whole or a part of the rail- road of. 1844— (March 16). Ch. 172 ; 8 S. L. 396, § 2. Crossing of, by the Boston and Maine R. R. Extension Co. [Common- wealth v. Boston and Maine R. R., 3 Cushing R. 25.] § 10. B. & M. R. R. Extension Co. may purchase or hire the railroad of. (March 16). Ch. 176; 8 S. L. 400, § 1. May straighten railroad in Somerville, and across the Lowell R. R. § 2. Rights of Fitchburg R. R. Co. as to new road-bed. § 3. New track a substitute for the old one, but the latter may be reserved for certain purposes ; new crossing not to incommode the travel on the Boston and Lowell R. R. § 4. Ma}' build a track from its road on Fresh Pond meadows to Pickerel Point in West Cambridge. Fitchburg Railroad Company. 247 § 5. Rights and liabilities as to above new portions of road. § 6. Discontinuance of part of road superseded, and crossing of highways. 1845— (March 24). Ch. 186; 8 S. L. 484, § 2. Intersection of Lexington and West Cambridge R. R. with, in Cam- bridge. § 4. May, in a certain event, construct a part of the said L. & W. C. R. R., and increase capital stock therefor $25,000 ; the location and construction to be within four years. § 7. May accept rights and franchises of the L. & W. C. R. R. Co. under its charter, and increase its capital stock therefor by $200,000. (March 26). Ch. 235; 8 S. L. 511, § 1. May construct a branch horse railroad from its railroad in Somerville to the common in Cambridge. § 2. Location to be according to law, and construction within two years. 1846— (Feb. 7). Ch. 21 ; 8 S. L. 527, § 1. Purchase of, by the Fitchburg R. R. Co. confirmed, with the 'same powers and liabilities vested in the latter company. § 2. Corporate existence continued for three years for certain purposes. § 3. Act to be accepted by both companies. (April 16). Ch. 261 ; 8 S. L. 670, §§ 2, 5. Watertown Branch R. R. Co. maj r enter on the Fresh Pond branch of. See Fitchburg R. R. Co. FITCHBURQ RAILROAD COMPANY. 1842— (March 3). Ch. 84 ; 8 S. L. 269. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers ; location from Charlestown Branch R. R. in "West Cambridge to Fitchburg, by a route described. [Location, see Charlestown Branch R. R. Co. Location changed, enlarged or extended. 1842, ch. 84, § 2 ; 8 S. L. 269. Purchase of Charlestown Branch R. R. 1844, ch. 176 ; 8 9. L. 400. " « « " " 1846, ch. 21 ; 8 S. L. 527. " " " " " 1845, ch. 218 ; 8 S. L. 499. Purchase of lands of Boston & Maine R. R. Exten- sion Co. 248 Fitchburg Railroad Company. 1846, ch. 239; 8 S. L. 652. 1847, ch. 260; 8 S. L. 819. Corporate union with Lancaster and Sterling Branch R. R. Co. 1846, 1847, 1847, 1848, 1855, 1848, 1849, 1849, 1851, 1850, 1850, 1852, 1853, 1855, 1856, 1857, 1857, 1860, 1862, 1862, 1865, 1866, 1866, 1867, 1867, 1867, 1868, 1868, 1868, 1869, 1869, 1869, 1869, 1870, 1872, 1873, Acceptance of charter of Watertown Br. R. R. Co. (I II II tl (i it u Extension to Causeway street in Boston. Purchase of Harvard Branch R. R. ch. 261 ; 8 S. L. 670. ch. 223 ; 8 S. L. 797. ch. 200 ; 8 S. L. 784. ch. 107; 8S. L. 900. ch. 94; 10 S. L. 311. ch. 160 ; 8 S. L. 920. Waltham and Newton Branch R. R. ch. 18 ; 9 S. L. Purchase Of Fitchburg and Worcester R. R. ch. 223 ; 9 S. L. 107. Waltham and Watertown Branch R. R. ch. 72 ; 9 S. L. 285. " " " " " ch. 122 ; 9 S. L. 162. Change of location between Littleton and Lunen- burg, and in Lunenburg, Lancaster, Leominster and Fitchburg con- firmed. 146 ; 9 S. L. 169. Change of location in Somerville. 306 ; 9 S. L. 554. Land of, to be taken by other companies. 367 ; 9 S. L. 747. Consolidation with Cheshire R. R. Co., and Rutland and Burlington R. R. Co. 240 ; 10 S. L. 357. 1856, ch. 138 ; 10 S. L. 537. New location in Mid- dlesex and Worcester counties. 296 ; 10 S. L. 604. 1857, ch. 166 ; 10 S. L. 698. Change of grade in Somerville at crossing of Boston and Lowell R. R., and Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. 124 ; 10 S. L. 677. As to Warren bridge and extension in Boston. Connecting track with Boston and Lowell R. R. Purchase of Peterborough and Shirley R. R. Purchase of Marlborough and Feltonville Br. R. R. Extension in Charlestown to the navy yard. Extension of wharf in Charlestown near Warren 282. 304. 711. 128; 10 S. L. 680. 4; 11 S. L. 1. 69; 11 S. 155; 11 S. 222; 11 S. bridge. 244; 12 S. L. 132. 278; 12 S. L. 143. 342 ; 12 S. L. 353. 31 ; 12 S. L. 178. Extension to Commercial Freight R. on Causeway street. Track in Watertown to U. S. Arsenal. As to Grand Junction R. R. Locations confirmed, as constructed and existing. Purchase of Wayland and Sudbury Branch R. R. Branch in Watertown. Wharf in Boston and bridge over Charles River. 235; 12 S. L. 283. 26 ; 12 S. L. 394. 96 ; 12 S. L. 433. 237; 12 S. L. 511. 272 ; 12 S. L. 746. 352; 12 S. L. 792. 127 ; 12 S. L. 652. at Fitchburg. 241 ; 12 S. L. 710. 246 ; 12 S. L. 995. 83 ; Acts and Res. 357 ; Acts and Res. 879. In Somerville, Charlestown and Boston.] Connection with other railroads, and L'nion depot Taking of land in Cambridge, and new station. Branch from Concord to Stow. -g_ « it « « « [1847, ch 200, $4; 8 S. L. 784. Crossing of Miller's River. 1848, ch. 325 1851, ch. 329 1852, ch. 147 1854, ch. 353 1855, ch. 259 1867, ch. 335 1870, ch. 301 1872, ch. 299 8 S. L. 1015. 9S. L. 410. 9S. L. 10 S. L. 10 S. L. 12 S. L. 12 S. L. 490. 198. 366. 348. 1020. Acts and Res. 236. " Fitchburg Railroad Companij. 249 1847, ch. 200, § 4 ; 8 S. L. 784. Crossing of Charles River. 1848, ch. 325 ; 8 S. L. 1015. " " 1855, ch. 230; 10 S. L. 354. " " ", 1855, ch. 400 ; 10 S. L. 434. " " "' 1856, ch. 306 ; 10 S. L. 614. " " " 1857, ch. 124 ; 10 S. L. 677. " " " 1868, ch. 237 ; 12 S. L. 511. " " " 1869, ch. 272 ; 12 S. L. 746. " " " 1869, ch. 352 ; 12 S. L. 792. " " " 1870, ch. 301 ; 12 S. L. 1020. " " " ] § 2. Capital stock not to exceed $1,500,000. [Increase of capital stock. 1845, ch. 218 ; 8 S. L. 499. 1846, ch. 261 ; 8 S. L. 670. 1847, ch. 200 ; 8 S. L. 784. 1848, ch. 107; 8 S. L. 900. 1848, ch. 160; 8 S. L. 921. 1849, ch. 223; 9 S. L. 107. 1853, ch. 270; 9 S. L. 706. 995. $500,000. $ 120,000 for Watertown Branch R. R. $300,000 for extension into Boston. $40,000 for Harvard Branch R. R. $100,000 for Waltham and Newton Branch R. R. $100,000 for "Waltham and Watertown Branch. $500,000. $250,000 for branch from Concord to Stow. Amount of subscription to stock of Caughnawaga 88. $1,000,000. 879. By amount expended in Somerville, Charles- 1870, ch. 246; 12 S. L. 1870, ch. 344 ; 12 S. L. 1039. Ship Canal Co. 1872, ch. 105 ; Acts and Res, 1873, ch. 357 ; Acts and Res town, and Boston.] § 2. May hold real and personal estate ; may purchase a part or the whole of the Charlestown Branch R. R. [1844, ch. 176 ; 8 S. L. 400, § 2 ; right in new road-bed of C. Br. R. R. Co. to be the same as in the old one.] § 3. Location to be filed according to law and construction to be within three years. § 4. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative authorit}*, with a proviso. § 5. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. 1844— (March 15). Ch. 134 ; 8 S. L. 372, § 6. Connection of the Brattleboro' and Fitchburg R. R. Co. (a Vermont cor- poration) with. § 11. Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. Co. may enter on, in Fitchburg. (March 16). Ch. 137 ; 8 S. L. 382, § 6. R. Co. may enter on, in Groton. Groton Branch R. (March 16). Ch. 176 ; 8 S. L. 400, § 2. Right in new road- bed of Charlestown Branch R. R. to be the same as in the present one. 1845— (March 5). Ch. 102 ; 8 S.L. 440, § 5. Worcester and Nashua R. R. Co. may enter on, with a proviso. 32 250 Fitchburg Railroad Company. 1845— (March 13). Ch. 115; 8 S. L. 450, § 1. Location and con- struction of Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. in Fitch- burg from. (March 22). Ch. 181 ; 8 S. L. 481, §§ 2, 4. Peterborough and Shirley R. R. Co. may enter on, in Shirley ; with a proviso. [1846, ch. 138 ; 8 S. L. 599.] (March 25). Ch. 218; 8 S. L. 499, § 1. May subscribe 8400,000 to stock of Vermont and Massachusetts. R. R. Co. § 2. May buy or lease part of bridge, lands and depot of Bos- ton and Maine R. R. Extension Co. between its track and Haymarket square in Boston, and connect the two railroads. § 3. Limit of right to vote as stockholder of Vermont and Mas- sachusetts R. R. Co. § 4. May increase capital stock by 8500,000. § 5. Act to be accepted by a majority in interest of the stock- holders. (March 26). Ch. 251 ; 8 S. L. 518, § 3. Stony Brook R. R. Co. may enter on, in Groton, with a proviso. 1846— (Feb. 7). Ch. 21; 8 S. L. 527, § 1. Powers and duties as purchaser of the Charlestown Branch R. R. [1842, ch. 84, § 2; 8 S. L. 269.] § 2. C. Br. R. R. Co. continued for three years as a corporation for certain purposes. § 3. Act to be accepted by both companies at legal meetings. (March 20). Ch. 138 ; 8 S. L. 599. Peterborough and Shir- lev R. R. Co. may enter on, from its road from Towns- end. [1845, ch. 181 ; 8 S. L. 481.] (April 16). Ch. 239 ; 8 S. L. 652, § 4. Lancaster and Ster- ling Branch R. R. Co. may enter on, in Acton or Con- cord. [1847, ch. 260; 8 S. L. 819. 1852, ch. 162; 9 S. L. 500. Commonwealth v. Fitchburg R. R. Co., 8 Cushing R. 240.] § 8. L. & S. Br. R. R. Co. may form a corporate union with. (April 16). Ch. 247 ; 8 S. L. 656, § 4. Fitchburg and Wor- cester R. R. Co. may enter on, in Fitchburg or Leo- minster. Fitchburg Railroad Company. 251 1846— (April 16). Ch. 261 ; 8 S. L. 670, § 8. May accept the char- ter of the "Water town Branch R. R. Co., and increase capital stock therefor by $120,000. [1847, ch. 223 ; 8 8. L. 797; Commonwealth v. Fitchburg R. R. Co., 12 Gray R. 180.] (April 16). Ch. 269 ; 8 S. L. 676, § 5. Franfmgham Branch R. R. Co. may enter on, in Weston. 1847— (April 20). Ch. 200 ; 8 S. L. 784, § 1. May extend from its depot in Charlestown, crossing Charles River and War- ren bridges to Causeway street in Boston. §§ 2, 3, 4. Provisions as to its bridge over Charles River, and the channels of Charles and Miller's rivers. §5. Gates at Warren bridge and Haverhill street in Boston, and repair of Warren bridge. § 6. Speed and motive power in Boston, and securities to travel. § 7. May increase capital stock for said purposes $300,000. (April 23). Ch. 223 ; 8 S. L. 797, §§ 1, 2. Time for location of Watertown Branch R. R. extended four months from April 16, 1847, and for construction four months from time fixed in charter. [1846, ch. 261 ; 8 S. L. 670.] § 3. May, having assumed the construction of the Watertown Branch R. R., locate it in sections — with provisions as to remission of penalties and the failure to locate and construct within the times as extended. (April 24). Ch. 260 ; 8 S. L. 819, § 1. Time for location of Lancaster and Sterling Branch R. R. extended fifteen months. [1846, ch. 239 ; 8 S. L. 652.] § 2. May construct L. & S. Br. R. R. in sections. (April 26). Ch. 278 ; 8 S. L. 836. Lines of Boston Harbor near. 1848— (April 17). Ch. 107; 8 S. L. 900, § 5. May buy the fran- chise of the Harvard Branch R. R. and increase capital stock therefor by $40,000. [1855, ch. 94 ; 10 S. L. 311.] (April 21). Ch. 160 ; 8 S. L. 920, § 8. May accept the char- ter of the Waltham and Newton Branch R. R. Co. and increase capital stock therefor by $100,000. 252 Fitchburg Railroad Company. 1848— (May 6). Ch. 264 ; 8 S. L. 971, §§ 1, 5. Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. ma}" intersect with and enter on, at crossing of Boston and Lowell R. R. in Somerville. [1852, ch. 306 ; 9 S. L. 554. 1856, ch. 296 ; 10 S. L. 604. 1857, ch. 128 ; 10 S. L. 680. 1857, ch. 166 ; 10 S. L. 698. 1866, ch. 278 ; 12 S. L. 143.] • (May 10). Ch. 296 ; 8 S. L. 990, § 4. Union R. R. Co. may enter on and contract with, for equipping and running. (May 10). Ch. 325 ; 8 S. L. 1015. Any railroad bridge across Charles or M} T stic River not to be used for laying ves- sels across the stream of either. 1849— (Feb. 14). Ch. 18 ; 9 S. L. 8, § 2. May purchase Fitchburg and Worcester R. R. (May 2). Ch. 223 ; 9 S. L. 107, § 5. Waltham and Water- town Branch R. R. Co. ma}- enter on. §§ 6, 10, 11. F. R. R. Co. may accept charter of W. & W. Br. R. R. Co. ; and increase capital stock therefor by $100,000. [1851, ch. 72 ; 9 S. L. 285 ; time for accept- ance extended one yenx. Commonwealth v. Fitchburg R. R. Co., 12 Gray R. 180.] 1850— (March 28). Ch. 122; 9 S. L. 162. Change of location be- tween Littleton and Lunenburg, and in Lunenburg, Lan- caster, Leominster and Fitchburg confirmed. (April 4). Ch. 146; 9 S. L. 1 L. 410. 1852, ch. 147 ; 9 S. L. 490. 1867, ch. 335; 12 S. L. 348.] 1855— (May 2). Ch. 266 ; 10 S. L. 370. Lexington and West Cam- bridge R. R. Cor. may enter on, in Cambridge. 1855— (May 19). Ch. 400 ; 10 S. L. 434, § 1. Rights of, as to loca- tion of Charles River Branch R. R. at crossing of Charles River. (May 21). Ch. 419; 10 S. L. 450. Construction of 1855, ch. 253 ; 10 S. L. 363, so as not to relieve the company from its liabilities as to "Warren bridge. 1855— (May 21). Ch. 483 ; 10 S. L. 481, § 2. Fitchburg and Wor- cester R. R. Co. as to an extension between its passen- ger depot and Water street, in Fitchburg, to be subject to restrictions in a contract between it and the Fitch- burg R. R. Co. 1856— (April 30). Ch. 138 ; 10 S. L. 537. Time for filing new loca- tion conforming to actual construction under 1855, ch. 240 ; 10 S. L. 357, extended to April 1, 1857. 1856— (June 6). Ch. 296 ; 10 S. L. 604, § 1. Change of grade in Somerville so as to pass under the Boston and Lowell R. R. § 2. Construction of the bridge and location of tracks. § 3. Changes of grade ; land damages ; location to be filed ; authority to remove part of embankment and road-bed of Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. ; the work to be done under a commissioner, with mode of enforcing his award. [1848, ch. 264 ; 8 S. L. 971. 1852, ch. 306 ; 9 S. L. 554. 1857, ch. 166 ; 10 S. L. 698. 1866, ch. 278 ; 12 S. L. 143. Fitchburg R. R. Co. v. Grand Junc- tion R. R. and Depot Co., 1 Allen R. 552, 4 Allen R. 198.] § 4. Cost of maintaining a connection between the Boston and Lowell R. R., the Grand Junction R. R., and the Fitch- burg R. R., how determined, paid and collected. § 5. Use by the Grand Junction and Fitchburg R. R. companies of the tracks of each other. § 6. G. J. R. R. & Depot Co. not authorized to take the main tracks ofF. R. R. Co. in Somerville ; location of former company on the northerly side of, and across the latter's tracks. 256 Fitchburg Railroad Company. § 7. Restriction as to estate of Elizabeth Joy. § 8. Commissioner to he appointed b} r the governor under the third section. [1857, ch. 128 ; 10 S. L. 680 ; 1857, ch. 166 ; 10 S. L. 698, § 4. 1866, ch. 278 ; 12 S. L. 143, §§ 3, 7. 1867, ch. 342 ; 12 S. L. 353, §§ 4, 5.] 1856— (June 6). Ch. 306 ; 10 S. L. 614. Agent of the Charles River and Warren bridges not authorized to lease land over which the bridge across Charles River was authorized by 1855, ch. 230 ; 10 S. L. 354. 1857— (May 7). Ch. 124 ; 10 S. L. 677, § 1. Extension of railroad bridge across Charles River and Warren bridge ; in closing of crossing upon it ; in closing and use of part of Warren bridge for railroad purposes, and discontinuance of gate. § 2. Construction of sidewalk on ; removal of snow and ice therefrom. § 3. Extension in Boston to the pile wharf of Boston and Maine R. R. § 4. Compensation to the Commonwealth for above rights and privileges. §§ 5, 6. Payment of said compensation, and freedom of Warren and Charles River bridges. § 7. Part of Warren bridge to be kept open. (May 8). Ch. 128 ; 10 S. L. 680, § 1. F. R. R. Co. and Boston and Lowell R. R. Co. required to construct con- necting tracks in Somerville. § 2. May take land therefor. § 3. Location thereof. § 4. Railroad bridge of the Boston and Lowell R. R. across F. R. R. and Grand Junction R. R. not to be disturbed. § 5. Connection how to be made ; use thereof b}- the Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co., with liability to contribute a proportionate part of the cost. [Fitchburg R. R. Co. v. Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co., 1 Allen R., 552, 4 Allen R., 198.] [1856, ch. 296 ; 10 S. L. 604. 1857, ch. 166 ; 10 S. L. 698. 1866, ch. 278, § 7 ; 12 S. L. 143. 1867, ch. 342, §§ 4, 5; 12 S. L. 353.] (May 18). Ch. 166 ; 10 S. L. 698, § 4. North American and Depot Co. to become liable as purchasers of the Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. for expenses in construct- ing bridge and other works to obviate crossing at grade Fitchburg Railroad Company. 257 at the intersection of Boston and Lowell, Fitchburg, and Grand Junction R. R. companies in Somerville. [1856, ch. 296 ; 10 S. L. 604.] 1857— (May 30). Resolve, ch. 88 ; Acts and Res. 696. Sale of Commonwealth's land, bounding on, authorized. 1860— (Jan. 30). Ch. 4; 11 S. L. 1, § 1. May purchase franchise and railroad of the Peterborough and Shirley R. R. Co. § 2. P. & S. R. R. Co. may continue corporate existence for two years for certain purposes. (April 4). Ch. 202 ; 11 S. L. 103, § 1. Maximum resistance on Troy and Greenfield R. R. not to exceed that of the F. R. R. 1861— (March 25). Ch. 90 ; 11 S. L. 167, §§ 1, 2. Crossing of, by the Belmont Horse R. R., and location of said horse railroad near station of, at Belmont. 1862— (March 18). Ch. 69 ; 11 S. L. 282, § 1. May purchase fran- chise and railroad of the Marlborough and Feltonville Branch R. R. Co. § 2. Powers and duties upon such sale. § 3. Corporate existence of the M. & F. Br. R. R. Co. continued for some purposes. (April 26). Ch. 155; 11 S. L. 304, § 1. May extend in Charlestown to the navy yard. § 2. Location to be within two years, and construction within three }-ears. (April 28). Ch. 156 ; 11 S. L. 304; § 4. Part of the Troy and Greenfield R. R. may be leased to. 1863— (April 4). Ch. 132 ; 11 S. L. 395, § 2. Crossing of, by the Somerville Horse R. R. Co. [1867, ch. 10; 12S.L. 171.] (April 29). Ch. 214; 11 S. L. 439, § 6. Contract executed by the Troy and Boston R. R. Co. on Feb. 18, 1863, by the Vermont and Mass. R. R. Co. on Feb. 20, 1863, and by the Fitchburg R. R. Co. on Feb. 23, 1863, confirmed. 1864— (Feb. 29). Ch. 54 ; 11 S. L. 490, § 2. Rights of, acquired by statute or judgment not to be aifected by an act relating to the Mystic River R. R. Co. 1865— (May 10). Ch. 222; 11 S. L. 711. May extend wharf in Charlestown, near Warren bridge, on piles by lines described. 33 258 Fitchburg Railroad Company. 1866— (April 20). Resolve, ch. 55 ; Acts and Res. 307. Refunding of taxes overpaid by. [1866, Resolve ch. 299 ; Acts and Res. 278.] (May 18). Ch. 244 ; 12 S. L. 132. May locate and maintain tracks from the Watertown Branch R. R. to the United States arsenal in Watertown, and remove the same. (May 28). Ch. 278 ; 12 S. L. 143, § 2. Right to facilities upon the Grand Junction R. R. from the purchasers thereof. § 3. Location of, not to be interfered with, or lands of, to be taken by the Boston and Worcester R. R. Co. in locating upon the route of the Grand Junction R. R. without written consent. [1867, ch. 342 ; 12 S. L. 353.] § 7. Rights and remedies of, under 1856, ch. 296 ; 10 S. L. 604, and 1857, ch. 128 ; 10 S. L. 680, not impaired, and rights to injunction secured. § 8. Claims of, against Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. (May 30). Ch. 299; Acts and Res. 278, Appropriation for 1866, Resolve, ch. 55 ; Acts and Res. 307. 1867— (Feb. 6). Ch. 10 ; 12 S. L. 171: Crossing of, by the Somer- ville Horse R. R. Co. (Feb. 14). Ch. 31 ; 12 S. L. 178, § 1. May extend location in Boston to Commercial Freight R. on Causeway street, with provisos as to the location. § 2. Subject to general laws. (April 25). Ch. 170 ; 12 S. L. 252, § 14. May subscribe for a limited amount of the capital stock of the Marginal Freight R. Co. (May 15). Ch. 235; 12 S. L. 283. Location of, with the railroads owned by it as now constructed and existing, confirmed, but not to affect locations and rights of other railroad corporations, or of the Commonwealth. (June 1). Ch. 335 ; 12 S. L. 348, § 3. May make solid portion of its location between the easterly end of its solid bridge over Miller's River and the west side of the Eastern R. R. bridge. [1847, ch. 200 ; 8 S. L. 784. 1848, ch. 325; 8 S. L. 1015. 1851, ch. 329; 9 S. L. 410. 1852, ch. 147 ; 9 S. L. 490. 1855, ch. 259; 10 S. L. 366.] Fitchburg Railroad Company. 259 § 4. May make connecting track in Charlestown with the East- ern R. R. Co. § 5. Application to the supreme judicial court for the appoint- ment of commissioners, or use by the Eastern R. R. Co. or the F. R. R. Co. of the roads of each other not per- mitted. 1867— (June 1)." Ch. 342 ; 12 S. L. 353, § 4. As to construction of 1866, ch. 278; 12 S. L. 143, in relation to interfer- ence with tracks of, by the Boston and Worcester R. R. Co., and as to the track connecting with Grand Junction R. R. and abutments of bridge at intersection with Bos- ton and Lowell R. R. § 5. Remedies under 1856, ch. 296 ; 10 S. L. 604 ; 1857, ch. 128 ; 10 S. L. 680 ; and 1866, ch. 278 ; 12 S. L. 143, not to be impaired by this act. 1868— (Feb. 21). Ch. 26; 12 S. L. 394, § 4. Wayland and Sud- bury Branch R. R. Co. may enter on, convey or lease road and franchise to. (April 1). Ch. 96; 12 S. L. 433. May construct a branch railroad in Waltham from its trunk to its Watertown branch. (May 25). Ch. 237; 12 S. L. 511, § 1. May maintain the wharf from its railroad bridge in Boston to Warren bridge, make changes, take any lease or private rights in the wharf, widen drawbridge over Charles River, or construct a new one, with limitations and provis6s. [1869, ch. 352 ; 12 S. L. 792.] § 2. Act to be void in a certain event. [Act repealed by 1869, ch. 272, § 9 ; 12 S. L. 746.] (June 8). Ch. 322; 12 S. L. 563, § 8. Reference to the bridge of, in act making Charles and Warren bridges public highways, and the sale of a triangular piece of land belonging to the Commonwealth and bounding on. [1869, ch. 272 ; 12 S. L. 746.] 1869— (March 27). Ch. 127; 12 S. L. 652, § 1. Connection be- tween the Fitchburg and Worcester, and the Vermont and Massachusetts railroads at Fitchburg, and the use of the^F. R. R. injmaking the same. § 2.£Union passenger depot_atJ?itchburg. 260 Fitcliburg Railroad Company . 1869— (May 6). Ch. 241 ; 12 S. L. 710, § 1. May remove passen- ger station in Cambridge. § 2. May take certain land in Cambridge. (May 10). Ch. 260 ; 12 S. L. 736, § 6. Massachusetts Cen- tral R. R. Co. and F. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. [1871, ch. 184, § 1 ; Acts and Res. 557 ; restriction as to crossing.] (May 12). Ch. 272 ; 12 S. L. 746, § 8. Sale of the right to maintain a pile structure upon the Commonwealth's triangular piece of land at the railroad bridge of. [1868, ch. 322, § 8 ; 12 S. L. 563.] § 9. Repeals 1867, ch. 66 ; 12 S. L. 195 ; and §§ 2-9 of 1868, ch. 322 ; 12 S. L. 563, as to the Charles River and Warren bridges, and 1868, ch. 237 ; 12 S. L. 511, as to the wharf of the F. R. R. Co. (June 4). Ch. 352 ; 12 S. L. 792, § 1. May straighten and widen pile structures over Charles River between Charlestown and Boston in manner and within limits prescribed. [1869, ch. 432 ; Acts and Res. 747. 1870, ch. 301 ; 12 S. L. 1020.] §§ 2, 3. May make changes in draws in its bridge. § 4. Land taken or purchased to be subject to taxation. 1870— (April 30). Ch. 214 ; 12 S. L. 976, § 2. Lancaster R. R. Co. may enter on the Lancaster and Sterling branch of. (May 12). Ch. 246; 12 S. L. 995, § 1. May construct a branch railroad from its railroad in Concord to its Lan- caster and Sterling branch in Stow, and increase capital stock therefor by $250,000. § 2. May enter on the Framingham and Lowell R. R., with reciprocal right in the latter corporation. § 3. Location to be within two years, and construction within three years. [1872, ch. 83, Acts and Res. 76 ; time extended two years.] § 4. Powers and duties as to said branch. (May 16). Ch. 252 ; 12 S. L. 997, § 1. Allowance to, by the Commonwealth for rebuilding bridge across Deerfield River. § 4. May make contracts for transit of freight and passengers, between Boston and Troy, with the Vermont and Massa- chusetts R. R. Co. and the Troy and Boston R. R. Co. Fitcliburg Railroad Company. 261 1870— (June 1). Ch. 301; 12 S. L. 1020, § 1. Draws in railroad bridges across Charles and Miller's rivers, under 1869, ch. 291, 343, 352 ; 12 S. L. 757, 781, 792, to be con- structed with an opening of 38 instead of 44 feet. § 2. Report required from the harbor and railroad commission- ers on the terminal facilities of railroads entering Boston on north side. (June 13). Ch. 344 ; 12 S. L. 1039, § 1. May subscribe for and hold shares, not exceeding $150,000, in capital stock of the Caughnawaga Ship Canal Co. upon vote of stockholders, and increase its capital stock to the amount of subscription. § 2. Sale of new stock issued under different acts prior to the completion of the Hoosac Tunnel. 1871— (April 14). Ch. 184 ; Acts and Res. 557, § 1. Massachusetts Central R. R. Co. restricted as to crossing the F. R. R. [1869, ch. 260 ; 12 S. L. 736.] 1872— (March 9). Ch. 83 ; Acts and Res. 76. Time for location and construction of branch railroad in Concord and Stow, authorized by 1870, ch. 246 ; 12 S. L. 995, ex- tended two years. (March 19). Ch. 105 ; Acts and Res. 88, § 1. May increase capital stock by $1,000,000. § 2. Ma3 r , instead of such increase, issue seven per cent, bonds for part or whole of said increase. (May 3). Ch. 299 ; Acts and Res. 236, § 10. Filling of cer- tain flats on Charles River or the channel of Miller's River, in Somerville, lying southerly of the F. R. R., not authorized. 1873— (March 15). Ch. 82 ; Acts and Res. 535, § 2. Framingham and Lowell R. R. Co. not authorized to take the land of, which is not already taken or located upon. (June 11). Ch. 357; Acts and Res. 879, § 1. May make certain contracts and exchanges of lands and franchises in Somerville, Charlestown and Boston with other com- panies, and alter location for discontinuing grade-cross- ings and accommodating terminal business, and pay money and increase capital stock therefor to the amount expended — the authority subject to the approval of the railroad commissioners. 262 Lexington and Arlington Railroad Company. § 2. Structures over tide-water to be subject to the approval of the harbor commissioners and to general laws. § 3. Lands ma}-, for said purposes, be purchased or condemned in mode prescribed, and, if covered by tide-water, with approval of the harbor commissioners and the governor and council, with a further provision as to the Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. § 4. Reports to be made of doings under the act to the railroad commissioners, and by said commissioners to the next legislature. See Charlestown Branch R. R. Co. FKESH POND BRANCH R ATTY R.OAT) (NOT A CORPORATION, BUT A BRANCH OF THE CHARLESTOWN BRANCH R. R. CO.) 1846— (April 16). Ch. 261; 8 S. L. 670, §§ 2, 5. Watertown Branch R. R. Co. may enter on. See CJiarlestown Branch R. R. Co. LEXINGTON AND ARLINGTON [WEST CAMBRIDGE^ RAILROAD COMPANY. * 1845— (March 24) . Ch. 186 ; 8 S. L. 484. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from monument in Lexington, to Charlestown Branch R, R. in Cambridge. [1846, ch. 255 ; 8 S. L. 661 ; purchase of, or location and construction of Bed- ford R. R.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000. [1846, ch. 255; 8 S. L. 661 ; increase of 0100,000 for construction of Bedford R. R. 1851, ch. 5 ; 9 S. L. 262 ; increase of $120,000 for redemption of bonds. Lexington and West Cambridge R. R. Co. v. Chandler, 13 Metcalf R. 311.] * Name changed from Lexington and "West Cambridge R. R. Co. to Lexington and Arlington R. R. Co., by 1867, ch. 221 ; 12 S. L. 276. Lexington and Arlington Railroad Company. 263 § 4. Organization and location to be within one year, and com- pletion within three years ; if not completed from the C. Br. R. R. to village of West Cambridge within one year, the C. Br. R. R. Co. may construct the same and in- crease its stock therefor by $25,000, within time pre- scribed. § 5. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority, with restrictions. § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. May transfer franchise to C. Br. R. R. Co., the latter being authorized to increase its capital stock therefor to the amount of $200,000. 1846— (April 16). Ch. 255; 8 S. L. 661, § 5. Bedford R. R. Co. may enter on, in Lexington. § 8. Bedford R. R. Co. may transfer its franchise to the L. & W. C. R. R. Co., and the latter may, in a certain event, locate and construct a road upon the route of the B. R. R., and increase its capital stock by $100,000. 1851— (Feb. 26). Ch. 5 ; 9 S. L. 262, § 1. May increase its capital stock by $120,000 for the redemption of its bonds. § 2. Said increase to be preferred stock for liquidating bonds. § 3. Redemption of, and dividends upon. § 4. Act to be accepted by two-thirds in amount of stockholders. (May 23). Ch. 244 ; 9 S. L. 358, § 3. Wilmington and Cam- bridge may enter on. 1855— (May 2). Ch. 266 ; 10 S. L. 370. May enter on Fitchburg R. R. (May 18). Ch. 390 ; 10 S. L. 431, § 3. Lexington and West Chelmsford R. R. Co. may enter on in Lexington. 1864— (April 13). Ch. 149 ; 11 S. L. 534, § 1. May sell and con- ve}' its franchise, railroad and property to any other railroad company. § 2. Any other railroad company in this Commonwealth may purchase the same, succeeding to its powers and duties. 1867— (May 7). Ch. 221 ; 12 S. L. 276, § 1. Name changed from Lexington and West Cambridge R. R. Co., to Lexington and Arlington R. R. Co. 264 Bedford Railroad Company, JVb. 1. 1869— (Feb. 9). Ch. 9 ; 12 S. L. 596, § 3. L. & A. R. R. Co., and the Bedford R. R. Co. may enter on each other. § 5. Said corporations may form a corporate union under the name of the Bedford, Lexington and Arlington R. R. Co. 1870— (June 21). Ch. 386 ; 12 S. L. 1057, § 1. Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. may locate and construct a branch from its main road to said Lexington and Arlington Branch R. R. § 2. Crossing of highwajs. § 3. Construction to be within two years. 1871— (April 10). Ch. 174 ; Acts and Res. 537, § 2. Middlesex R. R. Co. may construct a railroad from, in Lexington, to the state line of New Hampshire, at Brookline. See Bedford, Lexington and Arlington B. B. Co. BEDFORD RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 1. 1846— (April 16). Ch. 255 ; 8 S. L. 661. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Capital stock not to exceed $100,000. § 3. Location from centre village of Bedford to Lexington and "West Cambridge [Arlington] R. R. in Lexington. § 4. Organization and location to be within two years, and con- struction and opening for use within four years. § 5. May enter on said L. & W. C. R. R. § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative authority. § 8. May transfer its franchise to the said L. & W. C. R. R. Co., and if not filing location as required by § 4, said L. & W. C. R. R. Co. may locate and construct the road and increase its capital stock therefor by $100,000. See Bedford B. B. Co., No. 2. BEDFORD RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 2. 1869— (Feb. 9). Ch. 9 ; 12 S. L. 596. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Bedford to Lexington and Arlington R. R. in Lexington. Middlesex Central Railroad Company. 265 § 3. B. R. R. Co. and L. & A. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. § 4. Capital stock not to be less than $100,000 or more than $150,000, and not to be changed after being fixed ; may hold real and personal estate. § 5. Said two corporations may form a corporate union under the name of Bedford, Lexington and Arlington R. R. Co., with capital stock not exceeding that of both. § 6. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. [1871, ch. 385 ; Acts and Res. 746 ; time extended two years.] 1871— (May 26). Ch. 385 ; Acts and Res. 746. Time for location and construction extended two years. See Bedford R. R. Co., No. 1. See Bedford, Lexington and Arlington R. R. Co. BEDFORD, LEXINGTON AND ARLINGTON RAILROAD COMPANY. 1869— (Feb. 9). Ch. 9 ; 12 S. L. 596, § 5. Lexington and Arling- ton R. R. Co. and Bedford R. R. Co. may form a cor- porate union under the name of the Bedford, Lexington and Arlington R. R. Co. See Lexington and Arlington R. R. Co. See Bedford R. R. Co., No. 2. MIDDLESEX CENTRAL RAILROAD COMPANY. 1871 — (April 10). Ch. 174; Acts and Res. 537. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Lexington and Arlington Branch R. R. in Lexington to state line at Brookline in New Hampshire, with authority to form a corporate union with a corpora- tion of N. H., extending the same under said name of Middlesex Central R. R. Co. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $1,000,000. § 4. May enter on, lease to, or form corporate union with the Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. § 5. Location to be within three years, and construction within four years. See Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. 34 266 Watertovm Branch Railroad Company. WATERTOWN BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1846— (April 16). Ch. 261 ; 8 S. L. 670. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from point in Watertown, near Bemis' factory, to Fresh Pond branch of the Charlestown Branch R. R. in Cambridge. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed §120.000. § 4. Location to be within one year, and construction within two years. [1847, ch. 223 ; 8 S. L. 797 ; time for loca- tion extended to Aug. 16, 1847, and for construction to Aug. 16, 1848.] § 5. May enter on said Fresh Pond Branch R. R. § 6. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 7. Reduction of tolls b}- the legislature. § 8. Fitchburg R. R. Co. may accept the charter, and construct and maintain the said branch, and increase its capital stock therefor by $120,000. [Commonwealth v. Fitch- burg R. R. Co., 12 Gray R. 180.] § 9. Required to pass under highways crossed near Mount Auburn. 1847— (April 23). Ch. 223 ; 8 S. L. 797, §§ 1, 2. Time for location extended to August 16. 1847, and for construction to August 16, 1848. § 3. Fitchburg R. R. Co. may locate and construct said road in sections, with provisions as to remission of forfeitures. 1848— (April 21). Ch. 160; 8 S. L. 920, §§ 2,5. Waltham and Newton Branch R. R. Co. may enter on. 1849— (May 2). Ch. 223; 9 S. L. 107, §§ 3, 5. Waltham and Watertown Branch R. R. Co. may enter on. 1861— (March 25). Ch. 90 ; 11 S. L. 167, § 2. Crossing of, by the Waltham and Watertown R. R. referred to. (April 6). Ch. 148; 11 S. L. 201, § 2. Crossing of, by the Waltham and Watertown R. R. Co. referred to. 1866— (May 18). Ch. 244; 12 S. L. 132. Railroad track of the Fitchburg R. R. Co. from, to the United States arsenal. Waltham and Newton Branch Railroad Company. 267 1868— (April 1). Ch. 96 ; 12 S. L. 433. Branch of Fitchburg R. R. Co. from the main line to said branch road. 1871— (April 14). Ch. 184; Acts and Res. 557, § 1. Location of the Massachusetts Central R. R. with reference to. See Fitchburg R. R. Co. WALTHAM AND NEWTON BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1848— (April 21). Ch. 160 ; 8 S. L. 920. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Newton to Watertown branch of the Fitch- burg R. R. in Watertown. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $100,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Location to be within one year, and construction within two years. [1849, ch. 73 ; 9 S. L. 28 ; time extended one year.] § 5. May enter on the Watertown branch of the Fitchburg R. R. § 6. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 7. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 8. Fitchburg R. R. Co. may accept the charter, and locate and construct and maintain the railroad authorized thereby, and increase capital stock therefor by $100,000. 1849— (April 4). Ch. 73 ; 9 S. L. 28. Time for location and con- struction extended one year. (May 2). Ch. 223 ; 9 S. L. 107, §§ 2, 5. Waltham and Watertown Branch R. R. Co. may enter on. See Fitchburg R. R. Co. "WALTHAM AND WATERTOWN BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1849— (May 2). Ch. 223 ; 9 S. L. 107. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Fitchburg R. R. in Waltham to the Wal- tham and Newton Branch R. R. [1851, ch. 72 ; 9 S. L. 285, § 1 ; change authorized.] § 3. Extension authorized if the Waltham and Newton Branch R. R. is not located, or a part is surrendered. 268 Harvard Branch Railroad Company. § 4. Authority of Waltham and Newton Branch R. R. Co. to surrender part of its location to. § 5. May enter on Fitchburg R. R. and Waltham and Newton Branch R. R. § 6. Capital stock not to exceed $100,000, with a provision as to issue of shares. § 7. Location to be within two years, and construction within three years. [1851, ch. 72 ; 9 S. L. 285, §§ 2, 3 ; time extended one year.] § 8. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative authority. § 9. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 10. Fitchburg R. R. Co. may accept the charter, and locate, construct and maintain the railroad authorized thereby. [1851, ch. 72 ; 9 S. L. 285 ; extends time one year. Commonwealth v. Fitchburg R. R. Co., 12 Gray R. 180.] § 11. May transfer property and fraachise to the Fitchburg R. R. Co. in manner prescribed, and in case of transfer the latter company may increase its capital stock by $100,000. [1851, ch. 72 ; 9 S. L. 285, § 3.] 1851— (April 24). Ch. 72; 9 S. L. 285, § 1. Authority to change location, and powers and duties as to new one. § 2. Time for location and construction extended one year, with a condition as to subscriptions precedent to com- mencement of construction. § 3. Extends time for purchase, location and construction by the Fitchburg R. R. Co. one year, with authority in the said F. R. R. Co. to locate and construct the same. See Fitchburg B. B. Co. HARVARD BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1848— (April 17). Ch. 107 ; 8 S. L. 900. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Fitchburg R. R. in Somerville, to a point near the common in Cambridge. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $40,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Location to be within one year, and construction within two years. [1849, ch. 136 ; 9 S. L. 61 ; time for loca- tion extended to July 17, 1849, and for construction to July 17, 1850.] Framingham Branch Railroad Company. 269 § 5. May sell franchise to Fitckburg R. R. Co., which is author- ized to increase its capital stock in case of purchase, by $40,000. [1854, ch. 334 ; 10 S. L. 182. 1855, ch. 94 ; 10 S. L. 311.] 1849— (April 24) . Ch. 136 ; 9 S. L. 61. Time for location extended to July 17, 1849, and for construction to July 17, 1850. 1854— (April 19). Ch. 334 ; 10 S. L. 182, § 1. May, acting in con- currence with trustees under a mortgage, discontinue and sell the road and property. [1855, ch. 94 ; 10 S. L. 311.] § 2. Power of trustees to sell, and appropriation of purchase- money. § 3. Remedy of aggrieved parties. 1855— (March 26). Ch. 94 ; 10 S. L. 311, § 1. Purchasers of said railroad authorized to form a corporation ; said railroad may be purchased by a railroad corporation which shall succeed to the powers of. § 2. Right to unite its railroad with, and to use the Fitchburg R. R., confirmed, with a proviso as to extra trains for said H. Br. R. R. See Fitchburg R. B. Co. FRAMING-HAM BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1846— (April 16). Ch. 269 ; 8 S. L. 676. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 3. Location from Framingham centre to the Fitchburg R. R. in Weston. § 4. Organization and location to be within one year, and con- struction within two years. [1848, ch. 45 ; 8 S. L. 871. Time for construction extended to April 16, 1850. 1850, ch. 123 ; 9 S. L. 162. " " " » " April 16, 1852.] § 5. May enter on Fitchburg R. R. in Weston. § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. 270 Peterborough and Shirley Railroad Company. 1848— (March 18). Ch. 45 ; 8 S. L. 871. Time for construction ex- tended to April 16, 1850. (April 21). Ch. 143 ; 8 S. L. 914, § 2. Agricultural Branch R. R. Co. may enter on. 1850— (March 28). Ch. 123; 9 S. L. 162. Time for construction extended to April 16, 1852. PETERBOROUGH AKTD SHIRLEY RAILROAD COMPAITSr. 1845— (March 22). Ch. 181 ; 8 S. L. 481. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Fitchburg R. R. in Shirley, to state line of New Hampshire, at Mason. [1846, ch. 138 ; 8 S. L. 599 ; branch from Townsend harbor to Fitchburg R. R.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $350,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. May enter on Fitchburg R. R. in Shirlej 7 , with a proviso. § 5. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- , thority. § 6. Location to be within three years and construction to Townsend west village within five years. [1848, ch. 13 ; 8 S. L. 842 ; time extended two 3-ears.] § 7. May form corporate union with a connecting railroad of New Hampshire, from the state line to Peterborough. [1854, ch. 210; 10 S. L. 105.] § 8. Residence of officers for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 9. Separate accounts as to part of road in each state, to be adjusted by commissioners. § 10. Liabilities of the company and stockholders in this state. § 11. Four preceding sections to take effect upon similar legis- lation in New Hampshire, and acceptance by both cor- porations. 1846— (March 20). Ch. 138 ; 8 S. L. 599. May construct a branch railroad from Townsend harbor to Fitchburg R. R. 1847— (April 7). Ch. 163; 8 S. L. 762, § 1. Stony Brook R. R. Co. may enter on in Groton. 1848— (Feb. 14). Ch. 13 ; 8 S. L. 842, § 1. Time for location and construction extended two years. Lancaster and Sterling Branch Railroad Company. 271 1854— (March 31). .Ch. 210; 10 S. L. 105, § 1. Ma}' purchase stock, bonds and debts of New Hampshire corporation of same name, not exceeding $75,000. § 2. May take a lease of said New Hampshire railroad. § 3. Act not to take effect until acceptance by the corporation at a meeting called before Jan. 1, 1855. [1845, ch. 181 ; 8 S. L. 481, § 7.] I860— (Jan 30). Ch. 4; 11 S. L. 1, § 1. May sell franchise and railroad to Fitchburg R. R. Co. § 2. Corporate existence continued for two years after sale for certain purposes. See Fitchburg R. R. Co. LANCASTER AND STERLING BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1846— (April 16). Ch. 239 ; 8 S. L. 652. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Fitchburg R. R. in Acton to Fitchburg and Worcester R. R. in Sterling ; or from F. R. R. in Con- cord to said terminus in Sterling. [Commonwealth v. Fitchburg R. R. Co., 8 Cushing R. 240.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $600,000 ; may hold real and personal estate* § 4. May enter on Fitchburg R. R. in Acton or Concord, on certain conditions. § 5. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. Location to be within one year, and construction within three years. [1847, ch. 260 ; 8 S. L. 819, § 1 ; time for location extended fifteen months. 1849. ch. 196 ; 9 S. L. 88 ; time for location and construction extended fifteen months.] § 8. May form corporate union with the Fitchburg R. R. Co. [1847, ch. 260, § 2 ; 8 S. L. 819. Commonwealth v. Fitchburg R. R. Co., 8 Cushing R. 240.] 1847— (April 24). Ch. 260 ; 8 S. L. 819, § 1. Time for location extended fifteen months. § 2. Fitchburg R. R. Co. may construct said railroad in sec- tions ; and act not to be void except for portion not lo- cated and constructed within proper time. 272 Marlborough Branch Railroad Company. 1849— (May 1). Ch. 196 ; 9 S. L. 88. Limitation as to location and construction in 1846, ch. 239 ; 8 S. L. 652, extended fifteen months. 1852— (April 30). Ch. 162 ; 9 S. L. 500, § 4. Marlborough Branch R. R. Co. may enter on. 1869— (May 10). Ch. 260 ; 12 S. L. 736, § 6. Massachusetts Cen- tral R. R. Co. and the L. & S. Br. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. 1870— (April 30). Ch. 214 ; 12 S. L. 976, § 2. Lancaster R. R. Co. may enter on the L. & S. branch of the Fitchburg R. R. Co. (May 12). Ch. 246 ; 12 S. L. 995. Fitchburg R. R. Co. may construct a branch from its main line in Concord to its L. & S. branch. See Fitchburg R. R. Co. MARLBOROUGH BRANCH RATLRROAD COMPANY. 1852— (April 30). Ch. 162 ; 9 S. L. 500. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Lancaster and Sterling branch of the Fitch- burg R. R. in Feltonville in Marlborough, to east or west parish of Marlborough. § 3. Capital stock to be $80,000, with provision as to issue of shares. § 4. May enter on said Lancaster and Sterling branch of the Fitchburg R. R., and contract with Fitchburg R. R. Co. for equipment and running. § 5. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. Location to be within two years, and construction within three years. § 8. Conditions precedent to the commencement of construction. § 9. Forfeiture of shares on neglect to pay assessments. 1855— (Feb. 16). Ch. 19 ; 10 S. L. 281, § 1. Mortgage to Brigham and others, trustees, dated Feb. 1, 1855, confirmed; provision as to recording the same. Groton Branch Railroad Company. 273 § 2. Said corporation may make other instruments to effectuate the purposes of the mortgage. [1858, ch. 163 ; 10 S. L. 831.] 1858— (March 27). Ch. 163 ; 10 S. L. 831, § 1. Purchasers of the franchise and property at a sale under said mortgage may form a corporation in manner prescribed. [1855, ch. 19 ; 10 S. L. 281.] § 2. Sale not to affect existing contracts in relation to use and running of the road. § 3. May issue bonds for paying debts secured by the mortgage ; the property to be held as security for the bonds so issued, with a proviso. 1862— (March 18). Ch. 69 ; 11 S. L. 282, § 1. May (here called Marlborough and Feltonville Branch R. R. Co.) sell franchise and railroad to the Fitchburg R. R. Co., upon a vote of the stockholders of each company. § 2. Powers and duties of F. R. R. Co. as to said railroad after a purchase. § 3. Corporate existence continued for certain purposes. See Fitchburg R. R. Co. GROTON BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1844— (March 16). Ch. 137 ; 8 S. L. 382. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Fitchburg R. R. in Groton, to road from Pepperell to Dunstable in said Groton. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $125,000 ; may hold real estate. § 4. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 5. Organization and location to be within three years, and completion within six years. § 6. May enter on Fitchburg R. R. in Groton. § 7. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority, upon certain conditions. 35 274 Stony Brook Railroad Corporation. STONY BKOOK RATLBOAD CORPORATION. 1845— (March 26). Ch. 251 ; 8 S. L. 518. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Nashua and Lowell R. R. in North Chelms- ford, to Fitchburg R. R. in Groton. [1847, ch. 163 ; 8 S. L. 762 ; change within original limits, and a branch in Westford authorized.] § 3. May enter on Nashua and Lowell R. R., in Chelmsford, and Chelmsford and Fitchburg R. R. in Groton, with a proviso. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed §200,000 [1848, ch. 132 ; 8 S. L. 911 ; increase of $100,000] ; may hold real and personal estate. § 5. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 6. Organization and location to be within two years, and construction within four years. § 7. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. 1847— (April 7). Ch. 163; 8 S. L. 762, § 1. May enter on the Worcester and Nashua R. R., and the Peterborough and Shirley R. R., in Groton. § 2. May alter location within original limits, filing the same by June 1, 1848. § 3. May construct branch in Westford to granite quarry, with a location within three years. [1853, ch. 73 ; 9 S. L. 615 ; time to begin with March 24, 1853.] 1848— (April 20). Ch. 132 ; 8 S. L. 911. May increase capital stock by $100,000. 1853— (March 24). Ch. 73 ; 9 S. L. 615. Revives 1847, ch. 163, § 3 ; 8 S. L. 762, making the time for location to com- mence with passage of the act. (April 27). Ch. 189; 9 S. L. 664, § 4. Crossing of, in Groton, by railway track of H. Lyon and others. 1854— (April 21). Ch. 344 ; 10 S. L. 192, § 2. Stone Quarry R. R. Co. may enter on, in Westford. 1868— (May 4). Ch. 181 ; 12 S. L. 476. May alter the lease of its railroad to the Nashua and Lowell R. R. Cor., dated April 2, 1860, upon conditions. Wayland and Sudbury Branch Railroad Company. 21b 1868— (June 9). Ch. 331 ; 12 S. L. 571. May hold annual and other meetings in Lowell. 1869— (June 23). Ch. 459 ; 12 S. L. 844, § 5. Great Northern R. R. Co. may purchase or lease. STONE QUARRY RAILROAD COMPANY. 1854— (April 21). Ch. 344 ; 10 S. L. 192. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Barnard Reed Ledge in Westford to Stony Brook R. R. in said town, with authority to enter on said S. B. R. R. § 3. Restricted as to location, and use of steam as motive power. § 4. Capital stock to be $25,000. § 5. Location to be within two years, and construction within tliree years. WAYLAND AND SUDBURY BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1868— (Feb. 21). Ch. 26 ; 12 S. L. 394. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Mill village in Sudbury or the centre of the town to Stony Brook station on Fitchburg R. R. § 3. Passenger and freight stations to be maintained in certain localities. § 4. May enter on, and convey or lease its road to Fitchburg R. R. Co. § 5. Capital stock not to be less than $100,000 nor more than $200,000. § 6. Location to be within two years, and construction within three years. 1869— (May 10). Ch. 260; 12 S. L. 736, $ 3. Said corporation consolidated with, and merged in, the Massachusetts Central R. R. Co. See Massachusetts Central B. R. Co. 276 Winchendon Railroad Company. WINCHENDON" RAILROAD COMPANY. 1845— (March 13). Ch. 115 ; 8 S. L. 450. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers ; location from line of New Hampshire in Fitzwilliam or Rindge to Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. at Winchendon village or Water- ville village in Winchendon, or Royalston, Templeton or Gardner, with right to enter on the V. & M. R. R. under certain conditions, and to extend through Win- chendon village to the V. & M. R. R. in Ashburnham if V. & M. R. R. Co. does not locate and construct its road from the Fitchburg R. R. in Fitchburg, to its line in Royalston within a certain time. [1846, ch. 258 ; 8 S. L. 668 ; section amended.] § 2. Capital stock not to exceed $400,000. § 3. Location to be within four years, and construction within five years from April 1, 1845. § 4. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 5. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 6. May form a corporate union with the Cheshire R. R. Co. of New Hampshire, under the name of the C. R. R. Co. § 7. Residence of officers for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction ; separate accounts as to part of road in each state, to be adjusted by commissioners ; annual re- port to the legislature. § 8. United corporation as to parts of road in this state subject to its laws ; §§ 6, 7, 8 to take effect upon similar leg- islation in New Hampshire and acceptance by the cor- porations. 1846— (April 16). Ch. 258; 8 S. L. 668, § 1. Amends 1845, ch. 115; 8 S. L. 450, so as to allow immediate extension through Winchendon to Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. in Ashburnham. § 2. May construct part of location of V. & M. R. R. in Ash- burnham, Gardner and Westminster northerly of Whit- mansville ; the V. & M. R. R. Co. electing to relinquish the same, and the W. R. R. Co. paying expenses of locating, grading and obtaining right of way. See Cheshire B. B. Co. Cheshire Railroad Company. 211 CHESHIRE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1845— (March 13). Ch. 115 ; 8 S. L. 450, §§ 6, 7, 8. Formed by a corporate union of the Winchendon R. R. Cor. and the Cheshire R. R. Co g . of New Hampshire. [Location and capital stock, see "Winchendon R. R. Co. 1849, ch. 18 ; 9 S. L. 8. Corporate union with the Fitchburg and Worcester R. R. Co. 1853, ch. 367 ; 9 S. L. 747. Corporate union with the Fitchburg R. R. Co. and Rutland and Burlington R. R. Co. 1869, ch. 318 ; 12 S. L. 769. Purchase of Monadnock R. R.] 1849— (Feb. 14). Ch. 18 ; 9 S. L. 8, § 2. Fitchburg and Worcester R. R. Co. may form corporate union with, or convey franchise to. 1851— (May 24). Ch. 326 ; 9 S. L. 408, §§ 2, 4. Ware River R. R. Co. may cross and enter on, in or near Winchendon. [1867, ch. 76 ; 12 S. L. 202.] 1853— (April 23). Ch. 185 ; 9 S. L. 661, § 3. May subscribe to the capital stock of the Agricultural Branch R. R. Co., or guarantee its bonds to a limited amount, by a three- fourths vote of stockholders present and voting. § 4. M^ay take lease of the said A. Br. R. R. (May 24). Ch. 367 ; 9 S. L. 747, § 1. May consolidate with the Fitchburg R. R. Co., and Rutland and Burlington R. R. Co. § 2. Agreement for consolidation, execution and terms of; number of directors ; preferred stock. § 3. Agreement to be sanctioned by a vote of two-thirds in amount of stockholders present and voting. § 4. Filing of duplicates of agreement. §§ 4, 5. Powers of new corporation. § 6. Rights of creditors not to be impaired. § 7. Rights of dissenting stockholders. § 8. New corporation may purchase a part of the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. § 9. Residence of officers for service of process. § 10. Leases between said corporations authorized, if consolida- tion is not effected. § 11. Subject to use by other companies on conditions named. § 12. May enter on other roads. § 13. Act to take effect on similar legislation in New Hampshire and Vermont. 278 Cheshire Railroad Company. 1859— (March 5). Ch. 78 ; 10 S. L. 867, § 1. May issue bonds to the amount of $850,000. § 2. May mortgage railroad and property to secure the same. § 3. Record of mortgage. § 4. Act subject to certain laws relating to railroad bonds and mortgages. § 5. Act to take effect upon acceptance by the company. 1867— (March 16). Ch. 76 ; 12 S. L. 202, §§ 2, 3. Ware River R. R. Co. ma\ T cross and enter on, subject to use by, in Winchendon. [1851, ch. 326 ; 9 S. L. 408.] 1868— (May 9). Ch. 189 ; 12 S. L. 480. May subscribe to the cap- ital stock of the Mansfield and Framingham R. R. Co., not exceeding $25,000 by a vote of two-thirds of its stockholders present and voting. 1869— (March 27). Ch. 126 ; 12 S. L. 650, § 4. Monadnock R. R. Co. may enter on. § 6. M. R. R. Co. may lease or transfer its property and fran- chise to. (May 26). Ch. 318 ; 12 S. L. 769, § 3. Vermont and Massa- chusetts R. R. Co. may purchase or lease from the C. R. R. Co. the right to use separatel}" or in common, certain tracks between Ashburnham junction and Win- chendon. § 4. V. & M. R. R. Co. may sell or lease to the C. R. R. Co. the right to use separately, or in common, its tracks between Ashburnham junction and its terminus in Fitchburg. 1871— (May 5). Ch. 251 ; Acts and Res. 601, § 3. Ashburnham R. R. Co. and the C. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. § 4. A. R. R. Co. may lease its railroad and property to. (May 27). Ch. 395 ; Acts and Res. 758, § 2. Boston, Barre and Gardner R. R. Co. may enter on and use, from the junction of the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. with the C. R. R. in Ashburnham, to the junction of the C. R. R. with the Monadnock R. R. in Winchendon. [1872. ch. 37 ; Acts and Res. 34.] 1872 — (Feb. 24). Ch. 37; Acts and Res. 34. Boston, Barre and Gardner R. R. Co. and the Cheshire R. R. Co. may enter on each other. [1871, ch. 395 ; Acts and Res. 758.] See Winchendon B. R. Co. Greenfield and Fitchburg Railroad Company. 279 GREENFIELD AND FITCHBURG RAILROAD COMPANY. 1848— (May 8). Ch. 268 ; 8 S. L. 975. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Grout's confer, in Montague, on Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. to Greenfield or to Troy and Greenfield R. R. in G. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $400,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. May enter on Connecticut River R. R. in Greenfield and Deerfield, and the V. & M. R. R. in Montague. § 5. Location to be before close of 1849, and construction within eighteen months after that time. [1849, ch. 152 ; 9 S. L. 63 ; time for construction extended to Jan. 1, 1851.] § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 8. May transfer franchise to V. & M. R. R. Co., or to Green- field and Troy R. R. Co., and form corporate union with either company. §§ 9, 10. Act to be void if V. & M. R. R. Co. within a certain time construct a road from Grout's corner to Greenfield, or make a contract with the Connecticut River R. R. Co. for a right of transit between Deerfield River and Green- field. § 11. V. & M. R. R. Co. may change location from Grout's corner to Greenfield, filing the same before July 1, 1848 ; time for completion extended to Jan. 1. 1850. § 12. V. & M. R. R. Co. may increase capital stock by $400,000. 1849— (April 28). Ch. 152 ; 9 S. L. 63. Time for construction ex- tended to Jan. 1 1851. See Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. Co. MONADNOCK RAILROAD COMPANY. 1869— (March 27). Ch. 126 ; 12 S. L. 650. Original cltarter-. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the state line of New Hampshire, dividing- Rindge and Winchendon, and the terminus of a railroad' of the same name in New Hampshire to Cheshire R.. R. in Winchendon. 280 Monadnock Railroad Company. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $50,000. § 4. May enter on Cheshire R. R. § 5. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 6. May lease or transfer, for a limited time, or perpetually, its property and franchise to Cheshire R. R. Co. § 7. Location to be within three years, and construction within five years. § 8. May form corporate union with a New Hampshire railroad corporation having authority to build a railroad from Peterborough to the state line. § 9. Residence of officers for the service of process, with lia- bility to jurisdiction. § 10. Separate accounts as to parts of consolidated road in each state, to be adjusted by commissioners. § 11. Liability of company and stockholders as to part of road in this state. § 12. Four preceding sections to take effect on similar legisla- tion in New Hampshire and acceptance by the two cor- porations. 1869— (May 15). Ch. 284; 12 S. L. 754. Town of Winchendon authorized to subscribe to the capital stock of any rail- ■ road corporation, incorporated during the present ses- sion, whose railroad passes through or has its terminus in said town. 1870— (March 15). Ch. 73 ; 12 S. L. 907, § 2. Ware River R. R. Co. may enter on, in Winchendon. 1871— (May 27). Ch. 395 ; Acts and Res. 758, § 2. Boston, Barre and Gardner R. R. Co. may use the Cheshire R. R. and the Ware River R. R. to their junction with, in Win- chendon. 1872— (Feb. 24). Ch. 37 ; Acts and Res. 34, §§ 1, 2. Boston, Barre and Gardner R. R. Co. and the M. R. R. Co. may enter on each other, in Winchendon. See Cheshire R. R. Co, Ashburnham Railroad Gompany. 281 MONADNOCK RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 2. (A NEW HAMPSHIRE CORPORATION.) 1851— (May 24). Ch. 326 ; 9 S. L. 408, § 2. Ware River R. R. shall be constructed to form a connection with. 1869— (March 27). Ch. 126 ; 12 S. L. 650, § 2. Monadnock R. R. of Massachusetts shall be constructed from the terminus of. ASHBURNHAM RAILROAD COMPANY. 1871 — (May 5). Ch. 251 ; Acts and Res. 601. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Ashburnham centre to the junction of the Cheshire R. R., and the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. in said town. [1872, ch. 104; Acts and Res. 87 ; extension to the state line."] § 3. May enter on the roads of said corporations with a recip- rocal right in them. § 4. May lease its road to either of said corporations. [1872, ch. 104 ; Acts and Res. 87.] $ 5. Capital stock not to be less than $100,000, nor more than $300,000. § 6. Location to be within two years, and construction within three years. 1872— (March 19). Ch. 104 ; Acts and Res. 87, § 1. May extend its road from Ashburnham to state line of New Hamp- shire in New Ipswich. S 2. May lease its road to any connecting company. VERMONT AND MASSACHUSETTS RAILROAD COMPANY. 1844— (March 15). Ch. 134 ; 8 S. L. 372. Original charter. § 1 . Grants corporate powers ; location from the Fitchburg R. R. in Fitchburg, to the southern boundary of Vermont at Vernon or Guilford, or at Winchester in New Hamp- shire, by different routes dividing at Athol. [1845, ch. 97 ; 8 S. L. 438. Between Fitchburg and Athol, or from Fitchburg R. R. to Baldwinsville. 1846, ch. 258 ; 8 S. L. 668. Release of part of location to Winchendon R. R. Co. 1846, ch. 262 ; 8 S. L. 672. Changes of location, and branch roads authorized. 1848, ch. 268 ; 8 S. L. 975. Corporate union with Greenfield and Fitchburg R. R. Co., and construction from Grout's corner to Greenfield. 36 282 Vermont and Massachusetts Railroad Company. 1849, eh. 18 ; 9 S. L. 8. Purchase of Fitchburg and Worcester R. R. 1851, ch. 310; 9 S. L. 401. Corporate union with Brattleboro' and Fitchburg R. R. Co. 1852, ch. 202; 9 S. L. 518. Location in Fitchburg widened. 1853, ch. 134; 9 S. L. 639. In Worcester and Franklin counties confirmed. 1853, ch. 367 ; 9 S. L. 747. Sale of road between Fitchburg and Ashburnham. 1866, ch. 41 ; 12 S. L. 16. Transfer of Turner's Falls Branch R. R. to. 1869, ch. 238; 12 S. L. 708. " " " " " « " 1869, ch. 68 ; 12 S. L. 627. In Fitchburg, for depot and tracks. 1869, ch. 174 ; 12 S. L. 676. Lease of Athol and Enfield R. R. 1869, ch. 318 ; 12 S. L. 769. In Ashburnham, Gardner, Templeton, Winchen- don and Royalston. 1870, ch. 271 ; 12 S. L. 1003. From Turner's Falls Branch to Grout's corner. 1871, ch. 251 ; Acts and Res. 69. Lease of Ashburnham R. R. 1872, ch. 60 ; Acts and Res. 47. Changes in said last location authorized, and in Montague and Deerfield.] § 2. Capital stock not to exceed $2,500,000 [Wright v. Ver- mont and Massachusetts R. R. Co.. 12 Cushing R. 68] : voting upon, and transfer of shares ; may hold real and personal estate. [Addition* to capital stock. 1848, ch. 268 ; 8 S. L. 975. S400.000. 1851, ch. 310 ; 9 S. L. 401. §600,000 on union with the Brattleboro' and Fitch- burg R. R. Co. 1853, ch. 1; 9 S. L. 567. 81,200,000 preferred stock. 1870, ch. 271 ; 12 S. L. 1003. 8300,000 for a railroad from Turner's Falls Branch R. R. to Grout's corner. 1872, ch. 60; Acts and Res. 47. 81,500,000, with a restriction.] § 3. Location to be before April 1. 1844 ; construction to Bald- winsville within three years, and the remainder within five years. [1845, ch. 97 ; 8 S. L. 438.] [Time extended. 1845, ch. 97 ; 8 S. L. 438. Three years for any section between Athol and Fitchburg. 1846, ch. 164; 8 S. L. 619. For location under 1844, ch. 134, $ 3; 8 S. L. 372; in 30 days after session of legislature. 1846, ch. 262 ; 8 S. L. 672. For location one year after session of legislature, with further time for completion. 1848, ch. 268 ; 8 S. L. 975. For location between Grout's corner and Greenfield, to July 1, 1848, and for completion to Jan. 1, 1850. (1849, ch. 152; 9 S. L. 63.) ] § 4. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority, on conditions. § 5. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 6. May form a corporate union with the Brattleborough and Fitchburg R. R. Co. of Vermont, or other companies extending from Fitchburg to Brattleborough, or may purchase the capital stock thereof. § 7. Residence of officers for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. Vermont and Massachusetts Railroad Qompany. 283 § 8. Separate accounts as to part of road in each state, to be adjusted by commissioners. § 9. Liabilities of company and stockholders as to part of road in this state. § 10. Four preceding sections to take effect on similar legislation in Vermont, and acceptance by the two corporations. § 11. May enter on Fitchburg R. R., in Fitchburg, on certain conditions. 1845— (Feb. 1). Ch. 29 ; 8 S. L. 413, § 5. Hampshire and Franklin R. R. Co. may enter oh, in Montague or Erving, with conditions. (Feb. 28). Ch. 97 ; 8 S. L. 438, § 1. Repeals in part 1844, ch. 134, § 3 ; 8 S. L. 372, with a proviso, making the construction of road of like extent between Fitchburg and Athol, within three years, equivalent to a construc- tion from the terminus of the Fitchburg R. R. to Bald- winsville. § 2. Act to take effect upon acceptance by. the corporation. (March 13). Ch. 115 ; 8 S. L. 450, § 1. Winchendon R. R. Co. may enter on, and may extend its road if the V. & M. R. R. Co. does not within a certain time complete a certain line. (March 25). Ch. 218 ; 8 S. L. 499, §§ 1, 3. Fitchburg R. R. Co. may subscribe to the capital stock of, not exceeding $400,000, with restriction as to voting on the shares. § 5. Act to take effect upon acceptance by the F. R. R. Co. 1846— (March 20). Ch. 133 ; 8 S. L. 597, § 8. Proprietors of North- field bridge may connect the same with .a bridge of, over the Connecticut River in Northfield. [1848, ch. 122 ; 8 S. L. 906.] (March 27). Ch. 164 ; 8 S. L. 619. Time for location speci- fied in 1844, ch. 134, § 3 ; 8 S. L. 372, extended thirty days after session of legislature. (April 16). Ch. 247 ; 8 S. L. 656, § 4. Fitchburg and Wor- cester R. R. Co. may enter on, in Fitchburg. (April 16). Ch. 258 ; 8 S. L. 668, § 2. Release of part of location in Ashburnham, Gardner and Westminster to the Winchendon R. R. Co. 284 Vermont and Massachusetts Railroad Company. 1846— (April 16). Ch. 262; 8 S. L. 672, § 1. Location may be filed within one. year after end of present session of leg- islature ; time for completion of sections westerly of junction with the Winchendon R. R. extended so as to be the same as for the part west of Baldwinsville ; for- feitures remitted. § 2. Election as to location from Montague through Northfield to Greenfield, or from Montague through Greenfield and Bernardston, to be made within six months after the end of the session of the legislature, with restrictions. § 3. Change of route between the junction with the Winchen- don R. R. and South Royalston, authorized. § 4. Rights and liabilities as to new location. § 5. Branch roads from a point between Grout's tavern in Mon- tague, and the Vermont line to Northfield, or the Con- necticut River R. R. in Deerfield or Greenfield. § 6. May connect with the Connecticut River R. R. by a branch road from Montague to South Deerfield ; such connection to defeat the right to build the branch from Grout's tav- ern to the Connecticut River R. R. (April 16). Ch. 265 ; 8 S. L. 674, § 2. Connecticut River R. R. Co. may connect with, and enter on. § 4. Act authorizing the Connecticut River R. R. Co. to extend from Greenfield to Bernardston or Northfield to be void if the V. & M. R. R. Co. take possession thereof. 1847— (April 26). Ch. 276 ; 8 S. L. 834, § 5. Barre and Worcester R. R. Co. may enter on, in Gardner. 1848— (April 18). Ch. 122; 8 S. L. 906, § 2. May receive assign- ment and transfer of the franchise of the Northfield bridge. [1846, ch. 133 ; 8 S. L. 597.] (May 8). Ch. 268 ; 8 S. L. 975, § 4. Greenfield and Fitch- burg R. R. Co. may enter on, in Montague. § 8. G. & F. R. R. Co. may transfer franchise to, or form cor- porate union with. § 9. Act incorporating the G. & F. R. R. Co. to be void if the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. Co. shall by Sept. 1, 1848, commence the construction of a railroad from Grout's corner in Montague to Greenfield, and complete the same by Jan. 1, 1850. [1849, ch. 152 ; 9 S. L. 63 ; time for constructing the Greenfield and Fitchburg R. R. extended to Jan. 1, 1851.] Vermont and Massachusetts Railroad Company. 285 § 10. May contract with the Connecticut River R. R. Co. for a perpetual right of transit between Deerfield River and Greenfield, which, if made before Sept. 1, 1848, to be taken as equivalent to a construction from Grout's corner to Greenfield. § 11. May before July 1, 1848, change location from Grout's corner to Greenfield ; time for completion extended to Jan. 1, 1850, with a proviso. § 12. May increase capital stock by $400,000. 1848— (May 10). Ch. 307 ; 8 S..L. 1002, § 3. Troy and Greenfield R. R. Co. may enter on, in Greenfield. 1849— (Feb. 14). Ch. 18 ; 9 S. L. 8, § 2. Fitchburg and Worcester R. R. Co. may sell its railroad and franchise to. (April 28). Ch. 152; 9 S. L. 63. Time for constructing the Greenfield and Fitchburg R. R. extended to Jan. 1, 1851. 1850— (April 25). Ch. 233 ; 9 S. L. 220. Mortgage of railroad and property to Davis and others, dated June 29, 1849, con-, firmed. (April 26). Ch. 238 ; 9 S. L. 222, § 2. Connecticut River R. R. Co. may cross at grade, in Northfield, upon certain terms. 1851— (March 31). Ch. 34 ; 9 S. L. 272. Fitchburg and Worcester R. R. Co. may connect a track with, in Fitchburg. (April 24). Ch. 63; 9 S. L. 283, § 2. Boston, Barre and Gardner R. R. Co. may construct its road to, in Gard- ner. [1853, ch. 336 ; 9 S. L. 728. 1870, ch. 69 ; 12 S. L. 905. 1871, ch. 395 ; Acts and Res. 758.] (May 24). Ch. 277; 9 S. L. 378, §§ 2, 4. Amherst and Belchertown R. R. Co. may intersect with and enter on, in Montague. (May 24). Ch. 310 ; 9 S. L. 401, § 1. Consolidation of said corporation with the Brattleborough and Fitchburg R. R. Co. of Vermont. § 2. United corporation may increase capital stock by $600,000. (May 24). Ch. 314 ; 9 S. L. 403, § 4. Swift River R. R. Co. may enter on, in Orange or Athol. 286 Vermont and Massachusetts Railroad Company. 1851— (May 24). Ch. 326 ; 9 S. L. 408, §§ 2, 4. Ware River R. R. Co. may cross and enter on, near Baldwinsville. [1867, ch. 76 ; 12 S. L. 202.] 1852— (May 7). Ch. 202 ; 9 S. L. 518, § 1. May widen location in Fitchburg between its depot and that of the Fitchburg R. R., to extent defined. § 2. Liability as to railroad crossings not to be diminished. 1853— (Feb. 8). Ch. 1 ; 9 S. L. 567, § 1. May issue $1,200,000 of preferred stock. § 2. Additional preferred stock not to be issued, or any alien- ation or mortgage impairing the interest of the holders of the preferred stock, to be made. § 3. Dividends on preferred and other stock. § 4. Penalty on officers for violation of act. § 5. Exchange of preferred for common stock. § 6. Rights of holders of common stock to take preferred stock. § 7. Act to take effect upon acceptance by a certain vote. (April 8). Ch. 134 ; 9 S. L. 639, § 1. Location, as laid out and constructed in Worcester and Franklin counties, confirmed. § 2. May file new locations in said counties within one year. (April 23). Ch. 185 ; 9 S. L. 661, §§ 3, 4. May subscribe to the stock of the Agricultural Branch R. R. Co. or guar- antee its bonds to the amount of $200,000 or take a lease thereof or guarantee payment of dividends. (May 12). Ch. 336 ; 9 S. L. 728, § 4. Boston, Barre and Gardner R. R. Co. may lease its road to. (May 24). Ch. 367; 9 S. L. 747, § 8. Consolidated com- pany composed of either the Fitchburg, Cheshire, and Rutland and Burlington R. R. companies, or the Fitch- burg and Cheshire, or the Cheshire and Rutland and Burlington R. R. companies, may purchase or hire the part of the V. & M. R. R. between, the Fitchburg R. R. in Fitchburg, and the Cheshire R. R. in Ashburnham. 1856— (March 21). Ch. 58 ; 10 S. L. 507, § 1. May mortgage rail- road and property to secure bonds to the amount of $1,100,000. [1856, ch. 229 ; 10 S. L. 573.] § 2. Place of record of mortgage. Vermont and Massachusetts Railroad Company . 287 1856— (May 31). Ch. 229 ; 10 S. L. 573. Further powers given as to mortgage, authorized by 1856, ch. 58 ; 10 S. L. 507. I860— (April 4). Ch. 202 ; 11 S. L. 103, § 1. Maximum resistance on, not to be exceeded on Troy and Greenfield R. R. 1862— (April 28). Ch. 156 ; 11 S. L. 304, § 4. Part of Troy and Greenfield R. R. may be leased to. 1863— (April 29). Ch. 214 ; 11 S. L. 439, § 6. Confirms contract made by the V. & M. R. R. Co. on Feb. 20, 1863, by the Troy and Boston R. R. Co. on Feb. 18, 1863, and by the Fitchburg R. R. Co. on Feb. 23, 1863. 1864— (Feb. 8). Ch. 10 ; 11 S. L. 471, § 1. Amherst, Belchertown and Palmer R. R. Co. may intersect with. 1866— (Feb. 19). Ch. 41 ; 12 S. L. 16, §§ 2, 4. Turner's Falls Branch R. R. Co. may enter on. § 5. T. F. Br. R. R. Co. may lease or transfer its property and franchise to. [1869,- ch. 238; 12 S. L. 708; transfer confirmed.] 1867— (March 16). Ch 76; 12 S. L. 202, § 3. Ware River R. R. Co. and the V. & M. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. [1851, ch. 326; 9 S. L. 408.] (May 31). Ch. 297 ; 12 S. L. 327, §§1,2. Connecticut River R. R. Co., and the V. & M. R. R. Co. may, within four months, contract for a permanent lease of, or right of wajr in common, over that part of V. & M. R. R. lying in Vermont ; use of funds derived from a subscription or guaranty made by the C. R. R. R. Co. to a connecting line in Vermont and New Hampshire. 1868— (May 9). Ch. 189 ; 12 S. L. 480. May subscribe $25,000 to the capital stock of the Mansfield and Framingham R. R. Co. upon a corporate vote. 1869— (March 10). Ch. 68 ; 12 S. L. 627. May take certain land in Fitchburg for depot and tracks, not to be exempt from taxation. § 2. Rights and liabilities as to said land. § 3. Damages by the taking thereof. 288 Vermont and Massachusetts Railroad Company. 1869— (March 27). Ch. 127; 12 S. L. 652, § 1. Fitchburg and Worcester R. R. Co. may connect with, in Fitchburg, and use certain tracks therefor. (April 17). Ch. 174; 12 S. L. 676, § 3. Athol and Enfield R. R. Co., and the V. & M. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. § 7. A. & E. R. R. Co. may lease its road to. (May 6). Ch. 238; 12 S. L. 708, § 1. May issue bonds to the amount of $200,000, convertible into capital stock. § 2. Bonds not convertible may be issued. § 3. Transfer of the Turner's Falls R. R. to, under authority of 1866, ch. 41 ; 12 S. L. 16, confirmed, with power to borrow money for the purchase. (May 26). Ch. 318; 12 S. L. 769, § 1. May construct tracks from its line between Westminster depot and Forbush's crossing to its line north of South Ashburn- ham depot in Gardner, Templeton or Winchendon. § 2. May extend from Ashburnham junction to its line in Gard- ner, Templeton or Winchendon. § 3. May purchase or lease from the Cheshire R. R. Co. the right to use in common, tracks from Ashburnham junc- tion to the line of its road in Winchendon, or contract for joint or separate use. § 4. May sell or lease to the Cheshire R. R. Co., the right to use in common its tracks between said junction and its ter- minus in Fitchburg, or contract for joint or separate use. § 5. May, if purchasing or leasing under section 3, locate a branch from Roj'alston or Winchendon, to Cheshire R. R. in said towns. § 6. New location not to impair the former one. § 7. Rights and liabilities as to new location. § 8. Land damages. § 9. Location under this act to be within two j'ears, and con- struction within five yeai's. [1872, ch. 60; Acts and Res. 47 ; time for location extended three years, and for construction five years.] 1870— (March 11). Ch. 69 ; 12 S. L. 905, § 1. Boston, Barre and Gardner R. R. Co. may construct its road to, in Gard- ner. [1871, cb. 395 ; Acts and Res. 758.] Vermont and Massachusetts Railroad Company* 289 1870— (May 16). Ch. 252 ; 12 S. L. 997, § 1. Allowance by the Commonwealth to, and also to the Fitchburg R. R. Co. for rebuilding the bridge near the westerly depot of the Troy and Greenfield R. R., across Deerfield River, and abatement of rent. [1871, ch. 153; Acts and Res. 528.] § 4. Said railroad companies and the Troy and Boston R. R. Co. may make contracts for transit of passengers and freight between Boston and Troy, with a proviso as to the regulation of tolls and freight by the Commonwealth. (May 20). Ch. 271 ; 12 S. L. 1003, § 1. May build a rail- road from its Turner's Falls branch easterly of the Con- necticut River bridge, in Montague, to Grout's corner, and increase capital stock therefor by $300,000. [1872, ch. 60, § 3 ; Acts and Res. 47 ; change of location au- thorized.] § 2. Powers and liabilities as to said railroad. § 3. Location to be within four years, and construction within six years. 1871— (March 8). Ch. 90 ; Acts and Res. 489. May lease part of road between Grout's corner and Brattleborough, to the Rutland R. R. Co. for fifteen years from Dec. 1, 1870, with a proviso as to facilities to the public. (March 31). Ch. 153; Acts and Res. 528. Allowance of $42,160.21 by the Commonwealth to, for repairs under 1870, ch. 252 ; 12 S. L. 997. § 2. Three months' rent abated by the Commonwealth. (May 5). Ch. 251; Acts and Res. 601, § 3. Ashburnham R. R. Co. and the V. & M. R. R. Co. may enter on the roads of each other. § 4. A. R. R. Co. may lease its road to. (May 27). Ch. 395 ; Acts and Res. 758, § 2. Boston, Barre and Gardner R. R. Co. may enter on and use, between points defined. 1872— (Feb. 28). Ch. 60 ; Acts and Res. 47, § 1. Time for location under 1869, ch. 318 ; 12 S. L. 769, extended three years, and for construction five years. § 2. May issue $1,500,000 of bonds convertible into stock at holder's option, or without such right of conversion. 37 290 Rutland and Burlington Railroad Company. § 3. May change location of railroad between Turner's Falls and Grout's corner, authorized by 1870, ch. 271 ; 12 S. L. 1003 ; also in Montague and Deerfield. § 4. May increase its capital stock by $1,500,000, but whole amount of stock and bonds issued under the act not to exceed $1,500,000. 1872— (March 20). Ch. 122 ; Acts and Res. 96. Connecticut River R. R. Co. may contract with, for lease of its road in «. Vermont, or a right of way in common. See Brattleborough and Fitchburg R. R. Co. Turner's Falls Branch R. R. Co. BRATTLEBOROUGH AND FITCHBURG RAILROAD COMPANY. (A VERMONT CORPORATION.) 1851— (May 24). Ch. 310; 9 S. L. 401, § 1. Corporate union of the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. Co. with. See Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. Co. RUTLAND RAILROAD COMPANY. (A VERMONT CORPORATION.) 1871— (March 8). Ch. 90 ; Acts and Res. 489. Vermont and Mas- sachusetts R. R. Co. may lease the part of its railroad between Grout's corner and Brattleborough to, under certain conditions. See Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. Co. RUTLAND AND BURLINGTON RAILROAD COMPANY. (A VERMONT CORPORATION.) 1853— (May 24) . Ch. 367 ; 9 S. L. 747, § 1. Fitchburg R. R. Co. and Cheshire R. R. Co., or either of them, ma\- form corpo- rate union with, with provisions for effecting such union. See Fitchburg R. R. Co. Cheshire R. R. Co. Turner's Falls Branch Railroad Company. 291 TURNER'S FALLS BRANCH RAILROAD COMPACTS". 1866— (Feb. 19). Ch. 41 ; 12 S. L. 16. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from a point in Montague near dam at Turner's Falls on Connecticut River, to a point in Montague or Deerfield, to unite with the New London Northern R. R., the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. or the Connecticut River R. R., or with all said roads. § 3. Capital stock not to be less than $100,000, nor to exceed $250,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. May enter on railroads named in § 2. § 5. May lease or transfer franchise to either of said compa- nies. [1869, ch. 238 ; 12 S. L. 708 ; transfer to Ver- mont and Massachusetts R. R. Co. confirmed.] § 6. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. [1868, ch. 33 ; 12 S. L. 398 ; time extended two years.] • 1868— (Feb. 25). Ch. 33 ; 12 S. L. 398. Time for location and con- struction extended two years. 1869— (May 6). Ch. 238 ; 12 S. L. 708, § 3. Transfer of property and franchise to Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. Co., under 1866, ch. 41, § 5 ; 12 S. L. 16, ratified with same powers, and with authority to borrow money for the purchase. 1870— (May 20). Ch. 271 ; 12 S. L. 1003. Vermont and Massa- chusetts R. R. Co. authorized to construct a railroad from said branch to Grout's corner. See Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. Co. TROY AND GREENFIELD RAILROAD COMPANY. 1848— (May 10). Ch. 307; 8 S. L. 1002, § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. in Green- field, to line of New York or Vermont, to connect with railroad from Troy on the Hudson River. [Location changed, enlarged or extended. 1848, ch. 268 ; 8 S. L. 975. Corporate union with the Greenfield and Fitchbnrg R. R. Co. 1849, ch. 108; 9 S. L. 50. Location in Ashfield and Plainfield. 1852, ch. 297 ; 9 S. L. 549. Corporate union with Southern Vermont R. R. Co. 292 Troy and Greenfield Railroad Company. I860, ch. 202 1854, ch. 226 1856, ch. 237 1860, ch. 202 1862, ch. 156 1863, ch. 214 1868, ch. 350 1869, ch. 335 1871, ch. 355- 1873, ch. 346 11 S. L. 103, § 8. Purchase of Southern Vermont R. R. Co. 10 S. L. 112. Change of location authorized. ' 10 S. L. 576. Changes through the route between termini. 11 S. L. 103. Location of entire road to be filed. 11 S. L. 304, § 7. Changes in Hoosac Tunnel. 11 S. L. 439. " " ' " " 12 S. L. 577. " " " " 12 S. L. 777. Land at Shelburne Falls may be conveyed. Acts and Res. 701. Between tunnel and North Adams. Acts and Res. 869. Change of location authorized.] § 3. May enter on Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. and" Con- necticut River R. R. in Greenfield. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $3,500,000 [1860, ch. 202 ; 11 S. L. 103 ; capital stock to be $2,500,000] ; may hold real and personal estate. [Troy and Greenfield R. R. Co. v. Newton, 8 Gray R. 596.] § 5. Location to be within two years, and construction within seven years. [1850, ch. 312 ; 9 S. L. 258. Time for location extended to Dec. 1, 1850. 1854, ch. 226 ; 10 S. L. 112. Time for completion extended six years. 1859, ch. 117 ; 10 S. L. 878. Time for construction extended to Dec. 31, 1865.] § 6. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 7. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 8. Contracts with owners of contiguous railroads leading into, or from, New York or Vermont for use, running and leasing. § 9. Shall purchase and take assignment of lease and contract of transportation made between Western R. R. Cor. and Pittsfield and North Adams R. R. Co. on Jan. 30, 1846, with provisos. 1848— (May 8). Ch. 268 ; 8 S. L. 975, § 8. Greenfield and Fitch- burg R. R. Co. may transfer franchise to, or form cor- porate union with. 1849 — (April 17). Ch. 108 ; 9 S. L. 50. May vary location so as to construct the road through Ashfield and Plainfield. 1850 — (May 3). Ch. 312 ; 9 S. L. 258. Time for location extended to Dec. 1, 1850. 1852— (March 18). Ch. 40 ; 9 S. L. 432, § 1. May hold annual meetings in April. § 2. Notice of meetings to be given according to by-laws. (April 24). Ch. 146; 9 S. L. 488, § 8. WiUiamstown and Hancock R. R. Co. may enter on, in WiUiamstown. Troy and Greenfield Railroad Company. 293 1852— (April 27). Ch. 155 ; 9 S. L. 494, § 4. Grey Lock R. R. Co. may enter on, in Williamstown. (May 20). Ch. 297; 9 S. L. 549, § 1. May form corporate union with the Southern Vermont R. R. Co. of Vermont, under the name of the Troy and Greenfield R. R. Co. [1860, ch. 202, § 8 ; 11 S. L. 103.] § 2. Residence of officers for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 3. Part of road and stockholders in this state liable to its laws. 1854— (April 5). Ch. 226 ; 10 S. L. 112, § 1. Loan of state credit to amount of $2,000,000 to said company for the con- struction of the Hoosac Tunnel. [1859, ch. 117; 10 S. L. 878.] Conditions precedent to advance of loan. [1859, ch. 117, § 4 ; 10 S. L. 878 ; section repealed.] Sinking fund. [1859, ch. 120, § 4 ; 10 S. L. 878 ; repeal of section. 1859, ch. 70 ; 10 S. L. 863 ; as to invest- ment thereof. 1868, ch. 51 ; 12 S. L. 405. 1872, Re- solve, ch. 8 ; Acts and Res. 342.] Commissioners of sinking fund. Bond of corporation, and pledge or mortgage of the rail- road as security. Interest in Southern Vermont R. R. Co. to be assigned as security. § 7. Change of location authorized, with a restriction as to the tunnel. § 8. Time for completion extended six years. § 9. Election of two directors by the legislature. [Other acts concerning state aid for the construction of the Hoosac Tunnel. 1859, ch. 70; 10 S. L. 863. 1859, ch. 117 ; 10 S. L. 878. 1860, ch. 202; 11 S. L. 103. 1862, ch. 156 ; 11 S. L. 304. 1863, ch. 214; 11 S. L. 439. 1865, ch. 210 ; 11 S. L. 705. 1865, ch. 211 ; 11 S. L. 706. 1866, ch. 293 ; 12 S. L. 153. 1867, ch. 253 ; 12 S. L. 301. 1867, ch. 304 ; Acts and Res. 698. 1868, ch. 51 ; 12 S. L. 405. 1868, ch. 333 ; 12 S. L. 572. 1868, ch. 350 ; 12 S. L. 577. 1869, ch. 335; 12 S. L. 777. 1870, ch. 252; 12 S. L. 997. 1871, ch. 355 ; Acts and Res. 701. 1872, ch. 175 ; Acts and Res. 127. 1872, ch. 287 ; Acts and Res. 225. 1873, ch. 346 ; ActB and Res. 869.] §2. §3. §4. §5. §6. 294 Troy and Greenfield Bailroad Company. 1855— (May 18). Ch. 394; 10 S. L. 433, § 1. Certain towns in Franklin and Berkshire counties may subscribe for a limited amount of the capital stock of. § 2. Said towns may raise money therefor by loan or tax. [1859, ch. 117 ; 10 S. L. 878.] 1856— (May 31). Ch. 237 ; 10 S. L. 576, § 1. May change location between termini. § 2. Changes of location to be filed within one year after being made. § 3. Claims for damages to be made within three years. 1859— (March 1). Ch. 70; 10 S. L. 863. Applies 1858, ch. 100; 10 S. L. 815, as to investments of sinking funds to sinking fund of, created by 1854, ch. 226 ; 10 S. L. 112. (March 26). Ch. 117; 10 S. L. 878, § 1. Modification of terms of loan of state credit for the construction of the Hoosac Tunnel. § 2. Further provision as to delivery of scrip. § 3. Scrip to be offered by the treasurer of the company to the state treasurer for sale ; provisions as to sinking fund. § 4. Repeal of 1854, ch. 226, §§ 2, 3 ; 10 S. L. 112. § 5. Time for construction of road and tunnel extended to Dec. 31, 1865. § 6. Subscriptions by towns under 1855, ch. 394 ; 10 S. L. 433. § 7. Act to take effect upon acceptance by the company and the filing thereof. 1860— (April 4). Ch. 184; 11 S. L. 98, § 1. City of Boston may loan its credit to, or subscribe to stock of, to amount of $500,000. § 2. Loan to be ratified by the legal voters. (April 4). Ch. 202 ; 11 S. L. 103, § 1. Location to be filed, and to be made on that side of Deerfield River which will afford the most direct route between Shelburne Falls, and a suitable terminus in Deerfield or Greenfield ; provisions as to grades and curvatures. § 2. Deliveries of remaining scrip under 1854, ch. 226 ; 10 S. L. 112, to be divided between road and tunnel in man- ner prescribed ; mortgage to the Commonwealth. § 3. Appointment and duties of state engineer ; deliveries of scrip ; weight of rails ; supervision by governor and council ; monthly estimates and certificates of state en- gineer. Troy and Greenfield Railroad Company. 295 § 4. Interest on scrip, and costs of exchange. § 5. Crossing of highways at grade. § 6. Election of two directors by the legislature, and of one, by any city, town or corporation subscribing $100,000. § 7. Capital stock to be $2,500,000. [1848, ch. 307, § 4 ; 8 S. L. 1002.] § 8. May purchase the road and property of the Southern Ver- mont R. R. Co., including its lease to the Troy and Boston R. R. Co. [1852, ch. 297 ; 9 S. L. 549] ; ad- ditional loan of state scrip therefor of $200,000 author- ized ; further conditions as to delivery of state scrip ; semi-annual payments of coupons ; authority to make a mortgage of the Southern Vermont R. R. to the Com- monwealth to be procured from state of Vermont. § 9. Repeal of inconsistent acts, with a proviso against impair- ing the security of the Commonwealth. 1860 — (April 4). Resolve, ch. 80 ; Acts and Res. 204. Compensa- tion of state engineer of. 1861— (March 5). Ch. 65 ; 11 S. L. 155, § 4. Northampton and Shel- burne Falls R. R. Co. may enter on, at Shelburne Falls. (April 11). Ch. 204; Acts and Res. 525. Appropriation for salary of the state engineer of, under ch. 202, 1860 ; 11 S. L. 103. 1862— (April 28). Ch. 156; 11 S. L. 304, § 1. Commissioners to be appointed by the governor to investigate and report as to the best method of completing the railroad and the Hoosac Tunnel. [1868, ch. 333 ; 12 S. L. 572.] § 2. Corporation may surrender the mortgaged property to the state ; possession to be taken by the commissioners. § 3. Commissioners to audit claims for labor, materials and land damages, to be paid by the state, not exceeding $175,000. § 4. Commissioners may, with consent of governor and council, run the part of the road east Of the Hoosac Mountain, or lease it to the Vermont and Massachusetts, the Fitch- burg, or the Troy and Boston railroad companies. § 5. Commissioners may continue the work on the tunnel. [1863, ch. 214 ; 11 S. L. 439.] § 6. Net earnings of the road, how to be appropriated. § 7. Warrants on the treasury for the purposes of the act, and issue of scrip therefor, not (including advances before made to the corporation) to exceed $2,000,000 ; changes 296 Troy and Greenfield Railroad Company. of location and grades in tunnel ; no lease of part of road to be made ; construction to be approved by gov- ernor and council. § 8. Inconsistent provisions repealed. 1862— (April 30). Ch. 225 ; Acts and Res. 200. Appropriation for codifying laws in relation to, and for salary of state engineer of. 1863— (April 29). Ch. 214 ; 11 S. L. 439, § 1. Commissioners may complete the railroad and tunnel, and make alterations in line of road, and in location and dimensions of tunnel. § 2. Warrants on the treasury for unexpended balance of $2,000,000. [1865, ch. 211 ; 11 S. L. 706. 1866, ch. 293 ; 12 S. L. 153. 1867, ch. 253 ; 12 S. L. 301. 1868, ch. 333 ; 12 S. L. 572.] § 3. Tenure of office of commissioners. § 4. Powers of commissioners in changing the location of the line. § 5. Perfecting of Commonwealth's title by extinguishing liens. § 6. Contract of certain companies made in Feb., 1863, con- firmed. § 7. Compensation of commissioners. 1865— (May 9). Ch. 210; 11 S. L. 705, § 1. Commissioners to allow claims for land taken or purchased, and procure the discharge of incumbrances. [1865, ch. 282 ; Acts and Res. 654.] § 2. Commissioners to report on title to shaft at the west end and to the land, with cost thereof. (May 9). Ch. 211 ; 11 S. L. 706, § 1. Appropriation of $800,000 by the state in addition to amount appro- priated by 1863, ch. 214 ; 11 S. L. 439. [1866, ch. 293 ; 12 S. L. 153. 1867, ch. 253 ; 12 S. L. 301. 1868, ch. 333 ; 12 S. L. 572.] § 2. Commissioners may build the road east of the Hoosac Tunnel. (May 1 7) . Ch. 282 ; Acts and Res. 654. Appropriation for pay- ment of land damages under 1865, ch. 210 ; 11 S. L. 705. 1866— (May 29). Resolve, ch. 96 ; Acts and Res. 321. Commission on claims of H. Haupt & Co. for construction of T. & G. R. R. and Hoosac Tunnel, with authority of governor and council to release claims against them. [1867, ch. 310 ; Acts and Res. 703.] Troy and Greenfield Railroad Company. 297 1866— (May 30). Ch. 293; 12 S. L. 153, § 1. Additional appro- priation of $900,000. § 2. Commissioners to construct the railroad from Greenfield to Shelburne Falls, with power to lease the same. § 3. Consulting engineer to be appointed. § 4. Governor and council to have supervision of the work. (May 30). Ch. 299 ; Acts and Res. 278. Compensation and expenses of legislative committee on. 1867— (May 18). Ch. 253 ; 12 S. L. 301. Additional appropriation of $600,000. (June 1). Ch. 304; Acts and Res. 698. Scrip issued under 1854, ch. 226 ; 10 S. L. 112, may be issued as registered or coupon 5-20 bonds. (June 1). Ch. 310; Acts and Res. 703. Appropriation for expenses as to claims of H. Haupt & Co., under 1866, Resolve, ch. 96 ; Acts and Res. 321. (June 1). Resolve, ch. 77 ; Acts and Res. 780. Allowance to H. Haupt & Co. in construction of Hoosac Tunnel ; discharge of executions against them ; and release to the Commonwealth of claims in relation to the west shaft of the tunnel. [Further allowance by 1868, Re- solve, ch. 59 ; Acts and Res. 288.] 1868— (March 11). Ch. 51; 12 S. L. 405, § i. Funding of debt created in the construction of railroad and tunnel, by the issue of the Commonwealth's scrip, not exceeding $3,000,000. § 2. Scrip, how and where payable, registration of, date of, &c. § 3. Premium on sales of scrip to be added to sinking fund. [1854, ch. 226 ; 10 S. L. 112.] § 4. Governor and council to carry the act into effect. § 5. Previous acts authorizing issue beyond amount already issued, repealed. (June 4). Resolve, ch. 51 ; Acts and Res. 286. Highway in Florida, to be located and constructed to the acceptance of the commissioners on T. & G. R. R. and Hoosac Tunnel. (June 9). Resolve, ch. 59 ; Acts and Res. 288. Further al- lowance to H. Haupt & Co., in addition to 1867, Resolve 77 ; Acts and Res. 780. [1868, ch. 343 ; Acts and Res. 258.] 38 298 Troy and Greenfield Railroad Company. 1868^(June9). Ch. 333 ; 12 S. L. 572, § 1, Appropriates addi- tional sum of $250,000 for the completion of the railroad and $350,000 for paj-ment of interest, with provisions as to use of appropriation ; the governor and council au- thorized to contract for completion of the Hoosac Tunnel within seven }-ears, at a cost not exceeding $5,000,000, of which $1,000,000 is to be withheld until completion. [1868, ch. 350 ; 12 S. L. 577. 1870, ch. 52 ; 12 S. L. 997. 1871, ch. 355 ; Acts and Res. 701.] § 2. Governor and council authorized to make such contract, and to dispose of interest of the Commonwealth in the railroad and tunnel, and in the Southern Vermont R. R. [Power to sell such interest taken away by 1872, ch. 175 ; Acts and Res. 127.] § 3. Drawing of warrants for the $5,000,000. § 4. Commissioners created by 1862, ch. 156 ; 11 S. L. 304, to be superseded when such contract is made, and instead, an engineer to be appointed. (June 10) . Ch. 338 ; Acts and Res. 252. Appropriation for printing state scrip in aid of. (June 10). Ch. 343; Acts and Res. 259. Appropriation for H. Haupt & Co., under 1868, Resolve, ch. 59 ; Acts and Res. 288. (June 11). Ch. 350; 12 S. L. 577, § 1. Hoosac Tunnel to have a width for two tracks. § 2. Engineers and their compensation. § 3. Appropriation of $250,000 for expenses under existing contracts, which is to be a part of the $5,000,000 appro- priated by 1868, ch. 333 ; 12 S. L. 572. § 4. Pajments under the contract, and a part to be reserved for a final payment. § 5. Not more than $1,000,000 to be paid the present year. 1869— (May 28). Ch. 335; 12 S. L. 777. Governor and council may convey or lease land of, near station grounds at Shelburne Falls, if not required for railroad purposes. 1870— (May 16). Ch. 252 ; 12 S. L. 997, § 1. Allowance to Ver- mont and Massachusetts R. R. Co. and Fitchburg R. R. Co. for rebuilding bridge near westerly depot of, across Deerfield river, with abatement of rent. [1871, ch. 153 ; Acts and Res. 528 ; further allowance.] Troy and Greenfield Railroad Company. 299 § 2. Curves and other parts of the road to be improved at an expense not exceeding $100,000. [1870, Resolve, ch. 409 ; Acts and Res. 318. 1871, ch. 153 ; Acts and Res. 528.] § 3. Allowance not exceeding $1,500 for highway at east end of tunnel. § 4. Said railroad companies and the Troy and Boston R. R. Co. may make contracts to facilitate the transit of pas- sengers and freight, not to impair, however, the rights of the Commonwealth. 1870— (June 13). Resolve, ch. 62 ; Acts and Res. 338. Settlement of claims between the Troy and Boston R. R. Co. and the Commonwealth. [1871, ch. 396 ; Acts and Res. 758. 1871, ch. 398 ; Acts and Res. 764.] (June 23). Ch. 409 ; Acts and Res. 318. Appropriation to carry out 1870, ch. 252 ; 12 S. L. 997. 1871— (March 31). Ch. 153; Acts and Res. 528, § 1. Further allowance of $42,160.21 to the Vermont and Massachu- setts R. R. Co., under 1870, ch. 252 ; 12 S. L. 997 ; for rebuilding bridge across Deerfield River. § 2. Additional three months' rent abated. (May 26). Ch. 355 ; Acts and Res. 701, § 1. Governor and council may acquire by purchase or otherwise, for the state, land or right of way for the railroad between the western portal of the tunnel and the depot grounds at North Adams, following essentially the existing line of location, with power to amend it. § 2. Governor and council may make contracts for construction of said railroad. § 3. Appropriation of $200,000 for above purposes, to be raised as provided in 1868, ch. 333 ; 12 S. L. 572. (May 31). Ch. 396 ; Acts and Res. 758. Appropriation of $59,016.87 for expenses under 1870, Resolve, ch. 62; Acts and Res. 338, relating to claims between the Com- monwealth and T. & G. R. R. Co. [1871, ch. 398; Acts and Res. 764.] (May 31). Ch. 398 ; Acts and Res. 764. Appropriation for expenses under 1870, ch. 62 ; Acts and Res. 338, in lieu of that given by 1871, ch. 396 ; Acts and Res. 758, which referred to claims between the Commonwealth and the T. & G. R. R. Co. 300 Troy and Greenfield Railroad Company. 1872 — (March 5). Resolve, ch. 8 ; Acts and Res. 342. Income of war loan sinking fund to be credited on redemption of bonds to the T. & G. R. R. sinking fund. (April 5). Ch. 175 ; Acts and Res. 127. Repeals so much of § 2, ch. 333, 1868; 12 S. L. 572, as authorizes the governor and council to sell the Commonwealth's inter- est in the T. & G. R. R., the Hoosac Tunnel, and the Southern Vermont R. R. (April 30). Ch. 287 ; Acts and Res. 225. Graduation of the railroad may be extended and improved at cost not ex- ceeding $5,000 ; waste material may be removed from tunnel, and embankments of the road east of the tunnel strengthened at a cost not exceeding $25,000. [1872, ch. 360 ; Acts and Res. 336.] (May 7). Ch. 360; Acts and Res. 336. Appropriation of $30,000, under 1872, ch. 287 ; Acts and Res. 225. 1873— (June 9). Ch. 346 ; Acts and Res. 869, § 1. Governor and council may expend $200,000 in completing the Hoosac Tunnel and its approaches and making surveys, and may change location of the T. & G. R. R., and take land therefor, and for depots and improving the line, report- ing to the legislature a plan and estimates. § 2. Governor and council may purchase land for completing the tunnel and approaches, and sell lands outside of the location. § 3. Appropriation of $200,000 for said purposes. § 4. Provisions of 1872, ch. 180, § 1 ; Acts and Res. 131, con- cerning contracts between connecting corporations for transportation over each, not to apply to any two having each a terminus in Boston. See Greenfield and Fitchburg R. R. Co. Southern Vermont R. R. Co. Troy and Boston R. R. Co. For documents relative to the state aid to the Troy and Greenfield R. R. Co., and the construction of the Hoosac Tunnel, see legislative documents, as follows :— House No. 125, 1853 ; House No. 185, 1860 ; House No. 194, 1862 ; Senate No. 59, 1866 ; House No. 192, 1869. The various pamphlets relative to the same matters have been com- piled in a series of volumes for the state library. Southern Vermont Railroad Company. 301 SOUTHERN VEBMONT RATT.ROAD COMPANY. (A VERMONT CORPORATION, CHARTERED NOV. 13, 1848.*) 1852— (May 20). Ch. 297; 9 S. L. 549. May form a corporate union with Troy and Greenfield R. R. Co., under the name of the latter company, with provisions for effecting such union. 1854— (April 5). Ch. 226 ; 10 S. L. 112, § 6. Troy and Greenfield R. R. Co. shall assign to the Commonwealth all its inter- est in. 1860— (April 4). Ch. 202 ; 11 S. L. 103, § 8. Troy and Greenfield R. R. Co. shall purchase the road and property of, including the reversion of its lease to the Troy and Bos- ton R. R. Co., with a loan of state scrip therefor. 1862— (April 28). Ch. 156; 11 S. L. 304, § 7. Excepts the sums advanced on account of, from limitation of state loan to the Troy and Greenfield R. R. Co. 1868— (March 11). Ch. 51 ; 12 S. L. 405, § 3. Concerning redemp- tion of scrip issued for purchase of. (June 9). Ch. 333 ; 12 S. L. 572, § 2. Governor and council authorized to dispose of the Commonwealth's interest in. [Repealed by 1872, ch. 175 ; Acts and Res. 127.] 1872— (April 5). Ch. 175 ; Acts and Res. 127. Repeals § 2 of ch. 333, 1868 ; 12 S. L. 572. See Troy and Greenfield R. R. Co. TROY AND BOSTON RAILROAD COMPANY. (A NEW YORK CORPORATION.) 1860— (April 4). Ch. 202 ; 11 S. L. 103, § 8. Troy and Greenfield R. R. Co. to purchase reversion of the lease of the Southern Vermont R. R. to the T. & B. R. R. Co. 1862— (April 28). Ch. 156 ; 11 S. L. 304, § 4. Commissioners, with consent of governor and council, may lease part of Troy and Greenfield R. R. to. * For copy of charter, see Legislative Document, 1860, House No. 185. 302 Franklin Railroad Company. 1863— (April 29). Ch. 214 ; 11 S. L. 439, § 6. Contract of, dated Feb. 18, 1863, confirmed. 1867— (April 22). Ch. 159 ; 12 S. L. 249, § 2. Williamsburg and North Adams R. R. Co. may connect with, in Adams. § 4. W. & N. A. R. R. Co. and the T. & B. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. 1870— (May 16). Ch. 252 ; 12 S. L. 997, § 4. May make contracts for transit of passengers and freight between Boston and Troy, with the Vermont and Massachusetts, the Fitch- burg and the Troy and Greenfield R. R. companies. (June 13). Resolve, ch. 62 ; Acts and Res. 338. Governor and council authorized to settle with, or proceed against, to secure the settlement of claims and demands. [1871, ch. 396 ; Acts and Res. 758. 1871, ch. 398 ; Acts and Res. 764.] 1871— (May 31). Ch. 398; Acts and Res. 764. Appropriation of $59,016.87, for expenses incurred under 1870, Resolve, ch. 62 ; Acts and Res. 338, in lieu of appropriation made by 1871, ch. 396 ; Acts and Res. 758. FRAN"KT.nST RAILROAD COMPANY. 1830— (March 12). Ch. 93 ; 6 S. L. 857. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Boston through counties of Middlesex, Worcester and Franklin, to state line of New Hampshire or Vermont, with right to take land. § 3. Capital stock to be 5,000 shares ; first meeting of stock- holders ; election of directors ; right to vote ; choice of officers and appointment of agents ; purchase of land, &c. [1832, ch. 79; 7 S. L. 211, § 1, as to right of voting.] §§ 4, 5. Issue of shares, and sale and forfeiture for non-payment thereof. § 6. Mode of fixing location ; appraisement and payment of damages. § 7. Damages for changes of location. § 8. Damages of parties under disability. § 9. Crossing, of public and private ways. Massachusetts Central Railroad Company. 303 § 10. Rates of toll, and reduction thereof by the legislature [1830, ch. 17 ; 7 S. L. 15, § 1, power of legislature to reduce the tolls repealed] ; report of expenses and receipts to the Commonwealth. §11. By-laws. § 12. Malicious injuries to railroad and property. § 13. Right of the Commonwealth to subscribe to the capital stock. § 14. Right of the Commonwealth to purchase the railroad. [1832, ch. 79; 7 S. L. 211, § 2; time for purchase extended twenty years.] § 15. Paj-ment for capital stock in instalments. § 16. Subscription of the 5,000 shares, organization and loca- tion of one-third of the route to be before Jan. 1, 1831, and construction before Jan. 1, 1835. [1830, ch. 17; 7 S. L. 15, § 3 ; time extended one year. 1832, ch. 79 ; 7 S. L. 211, § 3; time for location and construction extended four years.] 1830— (June 7). Ch. 17 ; 7 S. L. 15, § 1. Repeals the provision of 1830, ch. 93, § 10 ; 6 S. L. 857, giving the legislature the power to reduce tolls. § 2. Restrictions on grants of other railroads for a certain period within certain limits, but power to authorize branches reserved. § 3. Time for subscriptions, organization, location and con- struction given by 1830, ch. 93, § 16 ; 6 S. L. 857, extended one year. 1832— (March 1). Ch. 79 ; 7 S. L. 211, § 1. Each stockholder to have a vote on each share held by him, not however to exceed one-tenth of the whole. § 2. Right of state to purchase extended twenty years. § 3. Time for location and construction extended four years. MASSACHUSETTS CENTRAL RAILROAD COMPANY. 1869— (May 10). Ch. 260 ; 12 S. L. 736. Original clvarter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Williamsburg to Mill village in Sudbury, and then on Way land and Sudbury Branch R. R. to its terminus near Stony Brook station on Fitchburg R. R. 304 Massachusetts Central Railroad Company. [Location changed, enlarged or extended. 1869, ch. 260, $$ 3, 4, 5; 12 S. L. 736. Purchase of, or corporate union with, other companies. 1870, ch. 214 ; 12 S. L. 976. Purchase of Lancaster R. R. 1871, ch. 184; Acts and Res. 557. Extension from "Weston to Boston, and branch in Barre. 1872, ch. 51 ; Acts and Res. 40. From Northampton to Greenwich. 1872, ch. 273 ; Acts and Res. 216. Corporate union with the Holyoke and Bel- chertown R. R. Co. § 3. Wajdand and Sudbury Branch R. R. Co. consolidated with, and merged in. § 4. May form corporate union with Williamsburg and North Adams R. R. Co. § 5. May enter on, purchase, hire or consolidate with Ware River R. R. Co. § 6. May enter on the New Haven and Northampton, the Con- necticut River, the New London Northern, the Worcester and Nashua, the Boston, Clinton and Fitchburg, the Lancaster and Sterling Branch, and the Fitchburg R. R. companies, with reciprocal right in said companies. § 7. Certain towns (41 in number) may subscribe to the stock of, in manner prescribed. § 8. Capital stock not to be less than $3,000,000 nor. more than $6,000,000. [1870, ch. 362 ; 12 S. L. 1047 ; power to reduce stock to $2,000,000.] § 9. Location to be within three years, and construction within six years. [1872, ch. 51, Acts and Res. 40 ; time for location west of Stony Brook extended to June 1, 1874.] 1870— (April 30). Ch. 214; 12 S. L. 976, § 2. May enter on the Lancaster R. R. in a certain event. § 3. May purchase or hire the L. R. R. (June 15). Ch. 362; 12 S. L. 1047, § 1. May issue bonds and secure the same by a mortgage of road or any sec- tion thereof. § 2. May reduce capital stock to a sum not less than $2,000,000. [1869, ch. 260, § 8 ; 12 S. L. 736.] § 3. May divide road into four sections for construction ; sub- scriptions and payments for the sections ; conditions precedent to construction of each section. § 4. Subscriptions for particular sections. § 5. Act to take effect on acceptance. 1871— (April 14). Ch. 184; Acts and Res. 557, § 1. May extend road from Weston to Boston and Albany R. R., in Cam- bridge, crossing railroads named in manner prescribed. Massachusetts Central Railroad Company. 305 § 2. May construct road from route in Brighton to Boston and Albany R. R. in Brookline or Boston, with a proviso, or from Cambridge to a point between West Boston bridge and Cragie's bridge on north side of Charles street. § 3. Bridges over Charles River. § 4. May connect tracks with certain railroads named, with written consent. § 5. May purchase or take land not held by any railroad cor- poration. § 6. May construct branch railroad in Barre. § 7. Powers and liabilities as to such extensions. § 8. Act to take effect on acceptance by the company ; location to be within two years, and construction within four years. 1871— (May 12). Ch. 291 ; Acts and Res. 639, § 3. Holyoke and Belchertown R. R. Co. and the M. C. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. [1872, ch. 273 ; Acts and Res. 216.] § 4. H. & B. R. R. Co. may lease its railroad and property to. 1872— (Feb. 27). Ch. 51; Acts and Res. 40. Time for location west of Stony Brook extended to June 1, 1874 ; may file location from King street in Northampton to east- erly line of Greenwich, to connect with its location in Worcester county. (April 27). Ch. 273; Acts and Res. 216, §§ 2, 3. Holyoke and Belchertown R. R. Co. may connect with, in Amherst or Belchertown, and enter on or be entered on by. [1871, ch. 291 ; Acts and Res. 639.] § 3. H. & B. R. R. Co. may form corporate union with the M. C. R. R. Co. and other companies. 1873— (March 27). Ch. 119; Acts and Res. 549, § 1. Hopkinton R. R. Co. may extend to the railroad of, in Weston. See Wayland and Sudbury Branch R. R. Co. 39 306 Boston and Worcester Railroad Corporation. BOSTON AND WORCESTER RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1831— (June 23). Ch. 72 ; 7 S. L. 152. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with location from Boston to Worcester. [Boston Water Power Co. v. Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor., 23 Pickering R. 360.] [Location changed, enlarged and extended. 1832, ch. 153 ; 7 S. L, 274. Bridge over Charles River ; also branch railroads. 1841, ch. 128 ; 8 S. L. 234. Double track from Boston to Worcester. 1853, ch. 185 ; 9 S. L. 661. Corporate union with the Agricultural Br. R. R. Co. 1857, ch. 136 ; 10 S. L. 686. 1859, ch. 1 ; 10 S. L. 841. In Brighton. 1866, ch. 71 ; 12 S. L. 27. New station in Natick. 1866, ch, 278 ; 12 S. L. 143. Grand Junction R. R. and land in East Boston. 1867, ch. 342; 12 S. L. 353. " " " " " " ] § 2. Capital stock to consist of 10,000 shares ; choice of direc- tors, clerk and treasurer. [Additions to capital stock. • 1832, ch. 153, § 5; 7 S. L. 274. $1,000,000, or 10,000 shares. 1841, ch. 128, § 4 ; 8 S. L. 234. $1,000,000. 1846, ch. 177 ; 8 S. L. 629. $500,000. 1848, ch. 253 ; 8 S. L. 966. $1,000,000. 1850, ch. 43; 9 S. L. 135. $500,000.] § 3. Powers of president and directors ; assessments upon shares. § 4. By-laws. § 5." Tolls, and reduction thereof by the legislature ; other rail- roads not to be authorized within certain limits for thirty years. § 6. Toll-houses. §§ 7, 8. Damages to land-owners, and parties under disability. [1833, ch. 91, § 2; 7 S. L. 329.] § 9.' Malicious injuries to railroad and property. § 10. Annual corporate meetings to be held on first Monday of June, right of voting, method of calling first meeting, and special meetings. [1849, ch. 8 ; 9 S. L. 3 ; time of annual meeting changed to first Wednesday of February.] § 11. Crossing of private and public ways. § 12. Organization and location to be before July 1, 1833, and construction by July 1, 1836. [1833, ch. 91 ; 7 S. L. 329 ; time for location extended two years.] § 13. Bridges over public and private ways. § 14. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority ; Commonwealth may purchase the road in a certain event [1832, ch. 153, § 6 ; 7 S. L. 274] ; annual report to the legislature ; books to be open to inspection. Boston and Worcester Railroad Corporation. 307 § 15. Not to erect a bridge over Charles River connected with the city of Boston, or to place any obstruction in the waters near the city. [Authority to erect such bridge given by 1832, ch. 153 ; 7 S. L. 274.] 1832— (March 22). Ch. 153 ; 7 S. L. 274, § 1. May erect a bridge over Charles River, from Boston to Cambridge, with restriction as to tolls and use. [1831, ch. 72, § 15 ; 7 S. L. 152.] § 2. Construction of bridge, draws, and detention of vessels. § 3. Damages to land-owners. § 4. Authority to construct branch railroads, reserving legisla- tive powers in relation thereto, with a special restriction against other railroads to Milbury. [As to location and construction thereof. 1848, ch, 253 ; 8 S. L. 966.] § 5. Capital stock may, for double tracks, be increased by $1,000,000, with right of existing stockholders to take the same. § 6. Commonwealth, may purchase the railroad in a certain event. [1831, ch. 72, § 14 ; 7 S. L. 152.] § 7. Location and construction of draws and piers to be approved by commissioners. 1833— (Jan. 31). Ch. 17 ; 7 S. L. 286, § 6. South Cove corporation may sell flats and land in Boston to, for depots and ter- minus. § 12. Concerning agreement of South Cove company with. (March 11). Ch. 91 ; 7 S. L. 329, § 1. Time for location extended two years. § 2. Method of estimating damages to land-owners. § 3. Inconsistent acts repealed. (March 15). Ch. 116; 7 S. L. 344, § 2. Stockholders of, entitled to preference in shares of the Western R. R. Cor. (March 15). Ch. 118 ; 7 S. L. 350, § 14. Worcester ana Norwich R. R. Co. may enter on. 1837 — (March 16). Resolve, ch. 41, 523. B. Stevens, trustee, may sell land in Boston to. 1838— (April 25). Ch. 195; 8 S. L. 80, § 2. Worcester Branch R. R. Co. may construct a railroad to the passenger depot of, in Worcester, '60S Boston and Worcester Railroad Corporation. 1841— (March 18). Ch. 128; 8 S. L. 234, § 1. May take land for double track from Boston to Worcester, with a restric- tion as to width. § 2. Damages to land-owners. § 3. Method of taking the land therefor. § 4. May increase capital stock not exceeding 10,000 shares. 1844— (March 12). Ch. 89 ; 8 S. L. 350, § 1. Providence and Wor- cester R. R. Co. may construct from a point on, in Grafton. [1860, ch. 105 ; 11 S. L. 60.] 1845— (March 5). Ch. 102; 8 S. L. 440, §§ 2, 5. Worcester and Nashua R. R. Co. may enter on, in Worcester. [1860. ch. 105; 11 S. L. 60.] (March 15). Ch. 126 ; 8 S. L. 456, § 1. Old Colony R. R. Cor. may construct its railroad to depot wharf of, but restricted as to extension across channel between South Boston and Boston without written consent of. [1847, ch. 85 ; 8 S. L. 727.] (March 25). Ch. 195 ; 8 S. L. 487, § 1. Western R. R. Cor. may enter on, in Worcester. 1846— (April 4). Ch. 177 ; 8 S. L. 629. May increase capital stock by 5,000 shares. 1847— (March 13). Ch. 85 ; 8 S. L. 727. Concerning right of Old Colony R. R. Cor. to construct its road in Boston from depot wharf of, to Kneeland street. (April 26). Ch. 269 ; 8 S. L. 825, § 5. Agricultural Branch • R. R. Co. may enter on. 1848— (May 4). Ch. 253; 8 S. L. 966, § 1. May increase capital stock by 10,000 shares ; location of branch roads to be within one year and construction within two years. [1832, ch. 153, § 4 ; 7 S. L. 274.] § 2. Act to take effect upon acceptance. (May 10). Ch. 296 ; 8 S. L. 990, § 4. Union R. R. Co. may enter on. 1849— (Feb. 8). Ch. 8 ; 9 S. L. 3. Time of annual meeting changed to first Wednesday of February. Boston and Worcester Railroad Corporation. . 309 1849— (May 1). Ch. 170; 9 S. L. 69, § 2. Charles River Branch R, R. Co. may enter on. [1851, ch. 297, § 5 ; 9 S. L. 397.] (May 2). Resolve, ch. 113 ; Acts and Res. 233. Authority given to the treasurer of the Commonwealth to release its title in land of Norwich and Worcester R. R. Co. to. 1850— (Feb. 27). Ch. 43 ; 9 S. L. 135, § 1. May increase capital stock by $500,000. § 2. Said shares may be paid for in cash or within ten years from Jan. 1, 1850, in exchange for bonds. 1851— (May 7). Ch. 113; 9 S. L. 300, § 7. Millbury and South- bridge R. R. Co. may enter on the main road and its Brookline branch. (May 24). Ch. 297 ; 9 S. L. 397, § 5. Charles River R. R. Co. may use the main line and its Brookline branch. [1849, ch. 170; 9 S. L. 69.] 1853— (April 23). Ch. 185; 9 S. L. 661, § 3. May, by* a three- fourths vote of stockholders, subscribe to the stock or guarantee the bonds of the Agricultural Branch R. R. Co., not exceeding $200,000. § 4. May take lease of, or make lease to, the Agricultural Branch R. R. Co. or form corporate union with, or guar- ■ an tee dividends. (April 28). Ch. 255 ; 9 S. L. 701, §. 9. Horse railroad, in Boston, of the Mt. Washington Avenue Cor., may be connected with and worked by. (May 12). Ch. 336; 9 S. L. 728, § 3. Boston, Barre and Gardner R. R. Cor. may enter on, in Worcester. § 4. B., B. & G. R. R. Co. may lease its road to. 1854— (April 19). Ch. 337; 10 S. L. 187, §§ 2, 5. Hopkinton Branch R. R. Co. may enter on, at Cordaville. § 8. H. Br. R. R. Co. may lease its railroad to. § 9. H. Br. R. R. Co. may transfer property and franchise to. 1855— (May 19). Ch. 400; 10 S. L. 434, §§ 1, 2. Crossing of, by the Charles River R. R. Co., in Brighton. 310 Boston and Worcester Railroad Corporation. 1857— (May 9). Ch. 136 ; 10 S. L. 686, § 1. May change location in Brighton. § 2. Such location to be within one year, and construction within two years. [1859, ch. 1 ; 10 S. L. 841 ; time extended to June 9, 1862.] § 3. Change not to impair existing rights of the corporation ; any part of the railroad may be discontinued. § 4. Powers and duties as to new location. § 5. Damages to land-owners. 1859— (Jan. 31). Ch. 1 ; 10 S. L. 841. Time for locating, con- structing and completing new location authorized by 1857, ch. 136 ; 10 S. L. 686, extended to June 9, 1862. 1860— (March 26). Ch. 105 ; 11 S. L. 60, § 4. Act not to enlarge or restrict existing rights of Providence and Worcester R. R. Co. and Worcester and Nashua R. R. Co. to cross or use lands or tracks of. [1844, ch. 89 ; 8 S. L. 350. 1845, ch. 102 ; 8 S. L. 440.] 1863— (March 12). Resolve, ch. 32; Acts and Res. 568. I. S. Withington, trustee, may convey land in Natick to. 1866— (March 12). Ch. 71 ; 12 S. L. 27, § 1. May abandon station in Natick, and take or buy land for a new one. [1869. ch. 261 ; 12 S. L. 738.] § 2. Rights and duties as to land taken or bought. § 3. Damages to land-owners. (May 3). Ch. 214 ; 12 S. L. 118, § 1. Waltham and Newton Street R. Co. not to lay track and rails across the loca- tion and tracks of, without consent. (May 15). Ch. 240 ; 12 S. L. 129, § 2. Brookline and Back Bay Street R. Co. not to cross at grade, but by a bridge, the tracks of. [1869, ch. 165 ; 12 S. L. 671 ; restriction repealed by 1870, ch. 210 ; 12 S. L. 973.] (May 28). Ch. 278 : 12 S. L. 143, § 1. May purchase lands, wharves, docks and flats, in East Boston, and railroads and franchises of the Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co., Union R. R. Co. or of East Boston Freight R. R. Co. [1867, ch. 342 ; 12 S. L. 353 ; change of location.] Boston and Worcester Railroad Corporation. 311 § 2. Other railroad corporations may within three years join in the purchase on certain terms ; the purchasing corpora- tions to furnish facilities to other corporations named. § 3. If not purchasing in three months, then, within six months, the B. & W. R. R. Co. may take the property aforesaid, and locate and construct a railroad on a route described, from Brookline to East Boston, not interfering with the rights of certain other railroad corporations named. § 4. Persons, corporations and parties holding property in trust may sell to. § 5. Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co. may construct a rail- road from its line in Newton or Brighton to Somerville, with restrictions as to taking property and location described in this act, and securing compensation to the B. & W. R. R. Co. § 6. Location of B. H. & E. R. R. Co. under the act, to be within two-years, and construction within four years. §§ 7, 8. Rights and remedies under the act ; damages for prop- erty taken ; remedies of Fitchburg R. R. Co., B. & W. R. R. Cor. and other parties not to be impaired. § 9. Act not to be construed to permit applications to the supreme judicial court in certain cases, or the use of other roads. [Act amended by 1867, ch. 342 ; 12 S. L. 353.] 1867— (March 18). Ch. 83; 12 S. L. 206, § 3. Mansfield and Framingham R. R. Co. and the B. & W. R. R. Cor. may enter on each other. § 4. M. & F. R. R. Co. may cross the railroad of the B. & W. R. R. Cor. at grade, but restricted as to use of its station buildings, location and grounds. (April 25). Ch. 170; 12 S. L. 252, § 14. May subscribe to a limited amount of capital stock of the Marginal Freight R. Co. (May 24). Ch. 270 ;.12 S. L. 305, §§ 1-19. Act for the cor- porate union of the Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor. and Western R. R. Cor., under the name of the Boston and Albany R. R. Co., with various provisions. (April 3). Resolve, ch. 24 ; Acts and Res. 767. Allowance to B. & W. R. R. Cor. on petition. [1867, ch. 310 ; Acts and Res. 703.] 312 Boston and Worcester Railroad Corporation. 1867— (June 1). Ch. 310; Acts and Res. 703. Appropriation for Resolve, ch. 24 ; 1867, Acts and Res. 767. (June 1). Ch. 342 ; 12 S. L. 353, § 1. May vary location on Chelsea creek and other portion of railroad authorized by 1866, ch. 278 ; 12 S. L. 143. § 2. Eastern R. R. may locate a railroad from Chelsea to Somerville, upon the location of the Grand Junction R. R., but not to interfere with the location of the B. & W. R. R., with provision as to respective rights of the E. R. R. Co. and B. & W. R. R. Cor. § 3. No location to be within twenty feet of Union Park, in Chelsea. [1867, ch. 270, § 18 ; 12 S. L. 305.] § 4. As to lands in Somerville taken under 1866, ch. 278 ; 12 S. L. 143, and tracks of Fitchburg R. R., and connecting track between the Boston and Lowell R. R., Fitchburg R. R., and Grand Junction R. R., and bridge at inter- section of Boston and Lowell R. R. § 5. Location under 1866, ch. 278 ; 12 S. L. 143, so far as inconsistent with this act void, saving remedies of Fitch- burg R. R. Co. under 1856, ch. 296 ; 10 S. L. 604 ; 1857, ch. 128 ; 10 S. L. 680, and 1866, ch. 278 ; 12 S. L. 143. § 6. B. & W. R. R. and Eastern R. R. to be subject to general laws in the exercise of the powers granted. § 7. Both corporations may make locations under §§ 1, 2, within one year. § 8. Eastern R. R. Co. shall widen the bridge on the Salem turnpike in Chelsea, in manner provided and expense to be shared by other companies. [Amended by 1869, ch. 256 ; 12 S. L. 733.] § 9. Construction of act as to Commonwealth's flats below high- water mark and interference with navigation. 1869— (May 10). Ch. 256 ; 12 S. L. 733, § 1. Eastern R. R. Co. to complete by October 1, 1869, bridge on Salem turnpike in Chelsea, required by 1867, ch. 342 ; 12 S. L. 353. § 2. Recovery of proportion of expense of Boston and Albany R. R. Co. as successors of B. & W. R. R. Cor. § 3. Penalty on Eastern R. R. Co. for not complying with § 1. See Boston and Albany R. R. Co. Brookline Branch R. R. * Millbury Branch R. R. Milford Branch R. R. Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. Milford Branch Railroad. 313 BROCfKLnSTE BRANCH RAILROAD.. (NOT A CORPORATION, BUT A BRANCH OF THE BOSTON AND WORCESTER R. R. COR.) 1832— (March 22). Ch. 153 ; 7 S. L. 274, § 4. Boston and Worces- ter R. R. Cor. authorized to build branches. 1849— (May 1). Ch. 170; 9 S. L. 69, § 2. Charles River Branch R. R. Co. may enter on, in Brookline. 1851— (May 24). Ch. 297 ; 9 S. L. 397, § 5. Charles River R. R. Co. may enter on. See Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor. MTLLBURY BBAJSTCH RAILROAD. (NOT A CORPORATION, BUT A BRANCH OF THE BOSTON AND WORCESTER R. R. COR.) 1832— (March 22). Ch. 153 ; 7 S. L. 274, § 4. Boston and Worces- ter R. R. Cor. authorized to build branches. 1851— (May 7). Ch. 113; 9 S. L. 300, § 2. Millbury and South- bridge R. R. Co. may construct a road from. 1870— (May 20). Ch. 269 ; 12 S. L. 1001, § 2. Grafton and Mill- bury R. R. Co. may build a road to the station of, in Armory village in Milford. See Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor. MILFORD BBANgH RAILROAD. (NOT A CORPORATION, BUT A BRANCH OF THE BOSTON AND WORCESTER R. R. COR.) 1832— (March 22). Ch. 153 ; 7 S. L. 274, § 4. Boston and Worces- ter R. R. Co. authorized to build branches. 1855— (May 2). Ch. 269 ; 10 S. L. 371, § 2. Milford and Woon- socket R. R. Co. may enter on, at Milford. 1867— (May 9). Ch. 225 ; 12 S. L. 277, § 2. Hopkinton and Mil- ford R. R. Co. may enter on, at Milford. See Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor. 40 314 Western Railroad Corporation. WESTERN RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1833— (March 15). Ch. 116 ; 7 S. L. 344. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers; location from the western ter- minus of the Boston and Worcester R. R. (Worcester) to the Connecticut River at Springfield, and thence to western boundary of the state, towards the Hudson River, with right to take land, and liability for damages. [Location, changed, enlarged, or extended. 1836, ch. 132; 7 S. L. 645. Purchase of the West Stockbridge R. R. 1836, ch. 236 ; 7 S. L. 697. As to Pittsfield and West Stockbridge R. R. 1837, ch. 162; 7 S. L. 785. Purchase of part of Berkshire R. R. 1846, ch. 233 ; 8 S. L. 650. Branch from West Brookfield to New Braintree and Barre. 1855, ch. 347 ; 10 S. L. 410. Corporate union with the Albany and West Stock- bridge R. R. Co. and the Hudson and Boston R. R. Co. 1866, ch. 126 ; 12 S. L. 52. Passenger station at Pittsfield. 1867, ch. 270 ; 12 S. L. 305. Extension to Boston if consolidation with Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor. is not effected.] § 2. Capital stock not to be less than 10,000 ($1,000,000) nor more than 20,000 ($2,000,000) shares, with mode of subscription, preference of stockholders of Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor., first meeting, choice of directors, president, clerk and treasurer. [Additions to capital stock. 1836, ch. 131 ; 7 S. L. 644. $1,000,000. 1845, ch. 210 ; 8 S. L. 498. By amount equal to sinking funds. 1847, ch. 261 ; 8 S. L. 820. $1,600,000. 1848, ch. 282; 8 S. L. 985. $1,000,000. 1866, ch. 300 ; 12 S. L. 155. $3,850,000 ; making in all $10,000,000. 1867, ch. 270 ; 12 S. L. 305. $5,000,000 if extended to Boston and not consol- idated as Boston and Albany R. R. Co.] § 3. Powers of president and directors ; assessments upon shares. § 4. Tolls, and reduction thereof by the legislature. § 5. Toll-houses. § 6. Power to construct branches, and particularly one in the valley of Connecticut River, to southern line of the state in the direction of Hartford to unite with a connecting road. [1846, ch. 233 ; 8 S. L. 650.] §§ 7, 8. Damages to land-owners and parties under disability. § 9. Malicious injuries to railroad and property. § 10. Annual meeting on first Monday of June, right of voting, and special meetings. [1836, ch. 131 ; 7 S. L. 644 ; changed to second Wednesday of February.] § 11. Construction of railroad across private and public ways. Western Railroad Corporation. 315 § 12. Organization and location to be by. Dec. 1, 1838, and construction from Worcester to Connecticut River by Dec. 1, 1839. [1838, ch. 41 ; 8 S. L. 21 ; extends time for location of parts of road.] § 13. Bridges over public and private ways. § 14. Commonwealth may purchase on certain terms [1836, ch. 131 ; 7 S. L. 644. 1838, ch. 9 ; 8 S. L. 5. 1839, ch. 70, § 5 ; 8 S. L. 103. 1866, ch. 297, § 4 ; 12 S. L. 155.] ; annual report to the legislature ; books open to inspection. § 15. Construction of bridge across the Connecticut River at Springfield, with restrictions as to use. 1836— (April 4). Ch. 131 ; 7 S. L. 644, § 1. May increase capital stock by $1,000,000. § 2. Subscription by the Commonwealth for 10,000 shares on certain conditions. [Other provisions concerning the Commonwealth's interest or loan of credit. 7 S. L. 788. Issue of scrip for Commonwealth's subscription. 8 S. L. 5. Issue of scrip in aid of. 8 S. L. 98. Sinking fund. 8 S. L. 824. " " 8 S. L. 103. Issue of scrip in aid of. 8S. L. 235. " " " " " " 8 S. L. 324. Sale of scrip issued under 1837, ch. 172 ; 7 S. L. 788. 8 S. L. 498. May take its proportion of new stock. 8 S. L. 508. May sell new stock. 8 S. L. 820. May take new stock or sell rights. 8 S. L. 985. May sell rights to new stock. 9 S. L. 201. Income of sinking fund. 9 S. L. 400. As to commissioners of sinking fund and convey- 1837, ch. 172 1838, ch. 9 1839, ch. 50 1847, ch. 266 1839, ch. 70 1841, ch. 131 1844, ch. 33 1845, ch. 210 1845, ch. 230 1847, ch. 261 1848, ch. 282 1850, ch. 189 1851, ch. 300 ances to them. 1858, ch. 100 ; 10 S. L. 815. Investment of sinking fund. 1861, ch. 193; 11 S. L. 225. " " " " 1861, ch. 193 ; 11 S. L. 225. Cancellation of redeemed bonds. 1864, ch. 313 ; 11 S. L. 603. Dividends on 7,716 shares of Commonwealth to be sinking fund to redeem bounty fund. 1865, ch. 122 ; 11 S. L. 657. Appropriation of dividends to payment of war debt. 1866, ch. 300 ; 12 S. L. 155. Mode of taking new stock. 1867, ch. 270 ; 12 S. L. 305, § 9. Commissioner of sinking fund. 1868, ch. 319 ; 12 S. L. 560. $2,000,000 new scrip to redeem former issue. 1872, Resolve, ch. 8 ; Acts and Res. 342. Transfer to war loan sinking fund.] § 3. Annual meeting changed to second Wednesday of Febru- ary ; three of the nine directors to be chosen by the legislature. [1839, ch. 70, § 6 ; 8 S. L. 103; four directors to be chosen by the legislature. 1841, ch. 131 ; 8 S. L. 235; vacancies how filled. 1867, ch. 270; 12 S. L. 305 ; five directors on behalf of State.] 316 Western Railroad Corporation. 1836— (April 5). Ch. 132 ; 7 S. L. 645, § 5. May enter on the West Stockbridge R. R. § 2. Ma} r assume and purchase the W. S. R. R. (April 15). Ch. 236 ; 7 S. L. 697, § 6. Act incorporating the Pittsfield and West Stockbridge R. R. Co. to be void if the W. R. R. is finally located through Pittsfield. (April 16). Resolve, ch. 102 ; Resolves, 422. Treasurer of the Commonwealth authorized to borrow money, not exceeding $100,000, to carry out the provisions of § 2, ch. 131 ; 7 S. L. 644. 1837 — (April 13). Resolve, ch. 76 ; Resolves, 561. Compensation of state directors. [Repealed by 1845, Resolve, ch. 107 ; Acts and Res. 625.] (April 13). Ch. 162 ; 7 S. L. 785, §§ 2, 4. May purchase the part of the Berkshire R. R., north of its union with the B. R. R. in West Stockbridge. § 8. May locate over any part of route of B. R. R. before its construction. (April 15). Ch. 172 ; 7 S. L, 788, §§ 1-6. Act providing for* payment of the Commonwealth's subscription to the stock of, by issue of scrip. [1836, ch. 131 ; 7 S. L. 644. 1842, Resolve, ch. 75 ; Acts and Res. 566. 1844, ch. 6 ; Acts and Res. 153. 1844, ch. 33 ; 8 S. L. 324.] 1838— (Feb. 21). Ch. 9 ; 8 S. L. 5, §§ 1-5. Issue of Common- wealth's scrip to the amount of $2,100,000 in aid of, on conditions prescribed. [1839, ch. 70 ; 8 S. L. 103. 1841, ch. 131 ; 8 S. L. 235. 1868, ch. 319 ; 12 S. L. 560.] § 6. Right of Commonwealth to purchase not impaired. [1839. ch. 70 ; 8 S. L. 103.] (March 10). Resolve, ch. 33; Resolves, 664. P. Hubbard authorized to convey land in Springfield to. (March 17). Ch. 41 ; 8 S. L. 21. Time for location between Seven Mile River in Brookfield and Connecticut River, extended nine months, and for that west of the east bank of the latter river, to Dec. 1, 1839. 1839— (March 13). Ch. 50 ; 8 S. L. 98, §§ 1-5. Provisions concern- ing sinking fund. [1847, ch. 266 ; 8 S. L. 824 ; repeal of inconsistent provisions of § 3.] Western Railroad Corporation. 317 1839— (March 23). Ch. 70 ; 8 S. L. 103, §§ 1-5. Issue of scrip by the Commonwealth to the amount of $1,200,000 in aid of, on conditions prescribed. § 5. Concerning purchase of railroad by the Commonwealth. § 6. Four directors to be chosen annually by the legislature. (April 2). Ch. 78 ; Acts and Res. 33. Moiety of proceeds of certain sales of public lands appropriated to sinking fund under 1837, ch. 172 ; 7 S. L. 788. (April 5). Ch. 101 ; 8 S. L. 116, § 3. Hartford and Spring- field R. R. Co. may unite its track with, near the Con- necticut River, and cross. 1840— (March 20). Ch. 50 ; 8 S. L. 167, § 5. Location and rights of, not to be affected by act making a corporate union of the West Stockbridge R. R. Cor. and the Hudson and Berkshire R. R. Co. 1841 — (Jan. 26). Resolve, ch. 3 ; Acts and Res. 411. Provision for payment of five certificates of scrip issued in aid of. (March 18). Ch. 131 ; 8 S. L. 235, §§ 1-4. Issue of scrip by the Commonwealth to the amount of $700,000 in aid of, on conditions prescribed. § 5. Vacancy in state directors occurring during recess of the legislature, to be filled by the governor and council. § 6. Act to take effect on performance of conditions. 1842— (March 1). Ch. 41 ; 8 S. L. 249, §§ 1, 3. Northampton and Springfield R. R. Co. may unite its track with, easterly of the depot in Springfield. [1844, ch. 34 ; 8 S. L. 325.] (March 3). Ch. 69 ; 8 S. L. 257, §§ 1, 3. North Adams and Pittsfield R. R. Co. may unite its track with, in Pittsfield. (March 3). Ch. 80; Acts and Res. 533. Appropriation of sinking fund under 1837, ch. 172, § 4; 7 S. L. 788, to purchase of scrip issued under said act. [Repealed, 1845, ch. 72 ; Acts and Res. 425.] (March 3). Resolve, ch. 75 ; Acts and Res. 566. Treasurer of the Commonwealth authorized to borrow in anticipa- tion of sales of scrip under 1837, ch. 172 ; 7 S. L. 788.] 318 Western Railroad Corporation. 1843— (March 24). Resolve, ch. 66 ; Acts and Res. 81. Duties of the state directors of, in reducing expenses and acting at meetings. (March 24). Resolve, ch. 78 : Acts and Res. 86. Compensa- tion of W. Jackson as director of. 1844 — (Feb. 5). Ch. 6 : Acts and Res. 153. Appropriation of cer- tain money to sinking fund under 1837, ch. 172, § 4; 7 S. L. 788, and 1842, ch. 80 ; Acts and Res. 533. (Feb. 23). Ch. 33 ; 8 S. L. 324. Authorizes sale of unsold scrip issued under 1837, ch. 172 ; 7 S. L. 788. (Feb. 23). Ch. 34; 8 S. L. 325, § 1. Northampton and Springfield R. R. Co. may unite with, at Springfield, not however so as to incommode or interfere with. [1842, ch. 41, § 3 ; 8 S. L. 249.] (March 12). Ch. 89; 8 S. L. 350, § 1. Providence and Worcester R. R. Co. to construct from a point on, at Worcester. 1845— (Feb. 10). Ch. 33 ; Acts and Res. 410. Election of state directors, vacancies and removals. (Feb. 24). Resolve, ch. 43 ; Acts and Res. 600. Compensa- tion of J. W. Lincoln as director. (Feb. 26). Ch. 72; Acts and Res. 425, § 1. Repeals 1842, ch. 80 ; Acts and Res. 533, as to sinking fund. § 2. Prescribes mode of investment of said sinking fund. (March 22). Resolve, ch. 107 ; Acts and Res. 625. Repeal- ing Resolve of 1837, ch. 76, Resolves 561, as to com- pensation of directors. (March 25). Ch. 195 ; 8 S. L. 487. May enter on and use Boston and Worcester R. R. at junction at Worcester, on certain conditions. (March 25). Ch. 210; 8 S.L.498, § 1. May increase capital stock to amount paid, or to be paid, into its sinking funds. § 2. Appropriation of proceeds of said shares. § 3. Preference of Commonwealth and other stockholders, in taking the new shares. § 4. Payment by the Commonwealth for new shares taken by it. [1845, ch. 230 ; 8 S. L. 508.] Western Railroad Corporation. 319 1845— (March 26). Ch. 230; 8 S. L. 508. Sale by the Common- wealth of its new stock issued under 1845, ch. 210 ; 8 S. L. 498. 1846— (Feb. 12). Ch. 25 ; 8 S. L. 529. Agawam Bank to be located near. (April 16). Ch. 233 ; 8 S. L. 650, § 1. May, on constructing a branch from the main road at West Brookfield to New Braintree, extend the same to Barre by one of two routes. § 2. May take or purchase real estate therefor. § 3. Location of branch to be within one year, and construction within two years. 1847— (March 20). Ch. 99; 8 S. L. 733, § 4. Stockbridge and Pittsfield R. R. Co. may enter on, in Pittsfield. (April 24). Ch. 261 ; 8 S. L. 820, § 1. May increase capital stock by $1,600,000. § 2. Proceeds of said shares, how to be expended and appro- priated. § 3. Commonwealth and other stockholders to have preference in sale thereof. § 4. Mode of taking new shares by the Commonwealth, and sale of its rights thereto (April 26). Ch. 266; 8 S. L. 824, §§ 1, 2. Investment of sinking fund and repeal of inconsistent provisions of 1839, ch. 50, § 3 ; 8 S. L. 98. (April 26). Ch. 272 ; 8 S. L. 827, § 1. Berkshire R. R. Co. may extend to, and connect with, in West Stockbridge, near the state line. 1848— (April 10). Ch. 100; 8 S. L. 894, § 4. New London, Will- imantic and Palmer R. R. Co. may enter on, in Palmer. (April 22). Ch. 172; 8 S. L. 925, § 4. Pittsfield and New Haven R. R. Co. may enter on, in Pittsfield. (May 9). Ch. 282 ; 8 S. L. 985, § 1. May increase capital stock by $1,000,000, with a proviso as to branch rail- roads. § 2. Proceeds of new stock, how to be expended and appro- priated. 320 Western Railroad Corporation. § 3. Private stockholders entitled to preference in new stock. § 4. Rights of Commonwealth to new stock to be sold. 1848— (May 10). Ch. 303; 8 S. L. 999, § 3. Laying of pipes of Springfield Aqueduct Co. upon lands of. [1870, ch. 138 ; 12 S. L. 934.] (May 10). Ch. 307 ; 8 S. L. 1002, § 9. Troy and Greenfield R. R. Co. to purchase assignment of lease and contract of transportation made between W. R. R. Cor. and Pitts- field and North Adams R. R. Cor., on Jan. 30, 1846, with provisos. (May 10). Resolve, ch. 72 ; Acts and Res. 838. Payment of notes of the Commonwealth to. 1849— (May 1). Ch. 189 ; 9 S. L. 81, §§ 3, 4. Indian Orchard R. R. Co. may unite with, and enter on, in Springfield. § 8. I. O. R. R. Co. may transfer property and franchise to. (May 2). Ch. 232; 9 S. L. 113, §§ 2,4. Springfield and Longmeadow R. R. Co. may enter on, in Springfield. (May 2). Resolve, ch. 113 ; Acts and Res. 233, §§ 1-3. Re- lease of the title of the Commonwealth to certain land of Norwich and Worcester R. R., in Worcester, to. 1850— (April 13). Ch. 189; 9 S. L. 201. Income of the stock sinking fund hereafter to be paid into the treasur} r and appropriated to the current expenses of the Common- wealth. 1851— (May 24). Resolve, ch. 251 ; Acts and Res. 748, § 3. Ap- propriation of the surplus of the sinking fund of. (May 24). Ch. 277 ; 9 S. L. 378, § 2. Amherst and Belcher- town R. R. Co. may cross at Palmer. (May 24). Ch. 300; 9 S. L. 400. Commissioners of the sinking fund of, to have perpetual succession in law ; and conveyances and mortgages to them to be deemed to convey the fee to them and their successors. (May 24). Ch. 314; 9 S. L. 403, § 2. Swift River R. R. Co. may cross, at Palmer. (May 24). Ch. 326 ; 9 S. L. 408, §§ 2, 7. Ware River R. R. Co. may cross and enter on, and connect its tracks with, by consent. Western Railroad Corporation. 321 1852— (April 27). Ch. 155 ; 9 S. L. 494, § 2. Grey Lock R. R. Co. may cross, at Pittsfield. (May 3). Ch. 176 ; 9 S. L. 507, § 7. Barre and North Brookfield R. R. Co. may enter on. (May 20). Ch. 276 ; 9 S. L. 546, § 4. Hampden R. R. Co. may enter on, at Westfield. (May 22). Ch. 315 ; 9 S. L. 561, §§ 1, 2. Northampton and Westfield R. R. Co. may enter on, at Westfield, but not to interfere with depot buildings of. }854— (April 13). Ch. 300; Acts and Res. 217. Transfer to the school fund of part of the Commonwealth's shares in. (April 18). Ch. 33 ; Acts and Res. 242. Interest on notes and bonds for sale of lands in Maine, to be considered income of the sinking fund. 1855— (May 15). Ch. 347; 10 S. L. 410, § 1. May form corporate union with the Albany and West Stockbridge R. R. Co. and the Hudson and Boston R. R. Co. (a New York corporation) under the name of the Boston and Albany R. R. Cor. [1869, ch. 461, § 5 ; 12 S. L. 850.] § 2. Powers and liabilities of new corporation ; the original corporations not to be released from existing liabilities. (May 21). Ch. 456 ; 10 S. L. 468, § 1. May issue bonds to the amount of $1,500,000, and mortgage the railroad to secure the same. [1859, ch. 192 ; 10 S. L. 909 ; repeals the power to mortgage.] § 2. Denomination, time of payment, and transfer of the bonds. 1856 — (May 3). . Resolve, ch. 41 ; Acts and Res. 271. Concerning the state treasurer acting in relation to sinking fund, in reference to a mortgage of N. Capen. (May 16). Ch. 168 ; 10 S. L. 549, § 2. Springfield and Farm- ington Valley R. R. Co. may enter on, in Springfield, with the right to lay certain tracks on the W. R. R. from the junction in West Springfield, to the depot in Spring- field, and to use the same, and the bridge of the W. R. R. Cor. 1857— (May 20). Ch. 197; Acts and Res. 534. Payment of the Commonwealth's subscription ; appropriation of the resi- due of sinking fund to payment of public debt. 41 322 Western Railroad Corporation. 1858— (March 26). Ch. 100; 10 S. L. 815, § 1. Investment of sinking funds. [1861, ch. 193 ; 11 S. L. 225.] § 2. Commissioners to collect overdue loans. (March 27). Ch. 158; Acts and Res. 128, § 9. Value of shares of the Commonwealth in, and how to be estimated by the state auditor. [Repealed b}- 1867, ch. 178 ; Acts and Res. 596.] 1859— (Feb. 7). Resolve, ch. 2; Acts and Res. 435. Treasurer of the Commonwealth may borrow from the sinking fund of. (April 5). Ch. 192 ; 10 S. L. 909. Repeal of authority under 1855, ch. 456 ; 10 S. L. 468, to mortgage railroad to secure bonds. (April 6). Ch. 242 ; 10 S. L. 922. Hampshire and Hampden R. R. Co., and the W. R. R. Cor., to furnish each other such facilities of transportation as are furnished to other companies named, with a penalty for a wilful violation of the act. 1861— (April 10). Ch. 193; 11 S. L. 225, §§ 1, 2. Cancellation of redeemed bonds of the Commonwealth. §§ 3, 4. Investment of sinking fund. 1863— (April 14). Ch. 152; 11 S. L. 401, § 2. Southbridge and Palmer R. R. Co. may connect with, at Palmer, not interfering with depot arrangements of. 1864^(May 14). Ch. 313 ; 11 S. L. 603, § 3. Dividends on 7,716 shares held by Commonwealth to be part of sinking fund for redemption of Bounty Fund. [1865, ch. 122 ; 11 S. L. 657.] 1865— (April 1). Ch. 122; 11 S. L. 657, § 3. Appropriation of the dividends of, not required under 1864, ch. 313 ; 11 S. L. 603, to the redemption of War Fund. [1872, Resolve, ch. 8 ; Acts and Res. 342.] 1866— (April 7). Ch. 126 ; 12 S. L. 52, §§ 1,3. Location of West street, in Pittsfield, to be changed so as to pass under, and at a different point. § 4. Land damages and expenses. Western Railroad Coi-poration. 323 § 5. Required to join with the Stockbridge and Pittsfield R. R. Cor., and the Pittsfield and North Adams R. R. Co., in a passenger station at Pittsfield, at present crossing of West street, with authority to take land. § 6. Passenger station house to be erected and kept in repair by W. R. R. Cor. ; rent to be paid by the S. & P. R. R. Co., and expense of tracks to be paid by the corpo- rations requiring them. § 7. Time for making said alterations. 1866— (April 23). Ch. 179 ; 12 S. L. 85. § 2. Monson Granite Co. may connect a railway track with. (May 25). Resolve, ch. 90; Acts and Res. 319. Duty and annual report of state directors, and the ineligibility of stockholders and employes, as such. (May 30). Ch. 300 ; 12 S. L. 155. Increase of capital stock by $3,850,000, making $10,000,000 of entire capital stock, with provision as to appropriation of $1,850,000 to con- struction of bridge over Hudson River, completion of double track within two years, and equipment, and lim- iting issue to 18,500 shares, prior to Jan. 1, 1867. § 2. Commonwealth and other stockholders entitled to prefer- ence as to new stock. § 3. Method in which shares in new stock ma} 7 be taken by the Commonwealth. § 4. Right of Commonwealth to purchase the road not im- paired. § 5. Equal facilities to be given to connecting railroad com- panies. 1867— (March 16). Ch. 76 ; 12 S. L. 202, § 4. Ware River R. R. Co. may enter on, with consent. § 7. W. R. R. Co. may lease its road to. (April 25). Ch. 170; 12 S. L. 252, § 14. May subscribe to the stock of the Marginal Freight R. Co. to a limited extent. (April 26). Ch. 178; Acts and Res. 596. Value of the shares of the Commonwealth in, to be estimated at their market value. 324 Boston and Albany Railroad Company. 1867— (May 24). Ch. 270; 12 S. L. 305, §§ 1-20. Act for the corporate union of the Boston and Worcester R. R. and the Western R. R. corporations under the name of the Boston and Albany R. R. Co., with various provisions to effect the same ; and for an extension to Boston, if consolidation is not effected. 1868— (June 8). Ch. 319 ; 12 S. L. 560, § 1. State scrip to amount of $2,000,000 to be issued to redeem scrip issued in aid of W. R. R. Cor. under acts of 1838, ch. 9 ; 8 S. L. 5 ; 1839, ch. 70 ; 8 S. L. 103, and 1841, ch. 131 ; 8 S. L. 235. § 2. Conditions and requisites of the new scrip. §§ 3, 4. Disposition of the scrip and surplus proceeds. § 5. Securities given for previous scrip to apply to this issue. § 6. Act not to take effect without consent and guaranty or other security of Boston and Albany R. R. Co. § 7. Cancellation of surrendered scrip. § 8.. Compensation of commissioners of sinking fund. See Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor. Boston and Albany R. R. Co. BOSTON AND ALBANY EAILBOAD COMPANY. 1867— (May 24). Ch. 270 ; 12 S. L. 305, § 1. Corporate union of the Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor. and the Western R. R. Cor. ; mode of fixing the terms of union in case of disagreement. [Location, see Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor. and Western R. R. Cor. 1867, ch. 270 ; 12 S. L. 305. Extension to deep water in Boston. 1869, ch. 461 ; 12 S. L. 850. 1869, ch. 264 ; 12 S. L. 740. Passenger station and location in Worcester. 1871, ch. 343 ; Acts and Res. 673, " " " " " " ' 1869, ch. 440 ; 12 S. L. 835. Passenger station in Springfield. 1869, ch. 461 ; 12 S. L. 850. Corporate union with Albany and West Stock- bridge R. R. Co. and the Hudson and Boston R. R. Co. 1869, ch. 461 ; 12 S. L. 850. Purchase or lease of other railroads. 1873, ch. 293 ; Acts and Res. 736. Change in Russell and Montgomery. 1873, ch. 357; Acts and Res. 879. In Somerville, Charlestown and Boston.] [Capital stock, see Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor. and Western R. R. Cor. Additions to capital stock. 1867, ch. 270 ; 12 S. L. 305. $3,000,000, and in a certain event $5,000,000. 1869, ch. 461 ; 12 S. L. 850. $5,000,000, and in a certain event $3,000,000 more. 1873, ch. 357; Acts and Res. 879. For a change of location in Somerville, Charlestown and Boston.] Boston and Albany Railroad Company. 325 §§ 2, 3. If B. & W. R. R. Co. refuses to unite, the W. R. R. Cor. required before May 1, 1868, to establish a terminal depot in Boston, and authorized to extend its road from Worcester to Boston, or complete a line from Albany to Boston by purchase or consolidation. § 4. Powers and liabilities of the new corporation, and of the original corporations forming it. § 5. First meeting of new corporation, voting and officers. § 6. Continuance of original companies for certain purposes. § 7. New corporation to be called the Boston and Albany R. R. Co., with power to take and hold additional lands for depots, to have capital stock equal to that of both origi- nal corporations, and to increase the same by $3,000,000. § 8. Time and place of annual meeting to be fixed by the by- laws ; number of directors not to exceed thirteen, five of whom to be chosen by the state ; present directors to continue during their terms, and vacancies to be filled as provided. § 9. Treasurers of the Commonwealth and of the corporation, to be commissioners of sinking fund. § 10. If W. R. R. Cor., or B. & A. R. R. Cor., make a terminal depot in Boston by approach over another road, au- thority given to connect with the same. §11. Crossing of navigable water to be with approval of harbor commissioners. § 12. W. R. R. Cor., if connecting its existing line with the ter- minal depot in Boston, without a consolidation with another company, shall on Dec. 1, 1867, assume the name of the Boston and Albany R. R. Co., and may increase capital stock by $5,000,000. § 13. Notice of such increase, with preferred rights of stock- holders and the Commonwealth to take the same. § 14. Commonwealth's proportion to be taken by the treasurer, under direction of governor and council, with authority to obtain temporary loan therefor. § 15. Restrictions as to charges for freight ; the W. R. R. Cor. and the B. & A. R. R. Co. not to charge more for freight to any station on the road than to a station on the road at a greater distance in the same direction, but joint freight not to be taken as a standard for local freight. [1871, ch. 363 ; Acts and Res. 720.] § 16. New corporation to furnish equal facilities with those fur- nished by the original corporations, if business continues equal. 326 Boston and Albany Railroad Company. §17. Commonwealth may purchase franchise and property on certain terms. § 18. New corporation may make terminal depot at tide water in Boston, and extend its road thereto, and may take land therefor, or purchase the road of any other railroad company, with a proviso prohibiting the taking of depot lands of other companies, or land within twenty feet of Union Park in Chelsea. [1867, ch. 342, § 3 ; 12 S. L. 353.] § 19. Flats of the Commonwealth not to be taken. 1868— (April 1). Ch. 97 ; 12 S. L. 433, § 2. Albany Street Freight R. Co. may connect with the tracks of, in Boston. (April 29). Ch. 148 ; 12 S. L. 462, § 2. Westfield Street R. Co. may construct a railroad from depot grounds of, in Westfield. (June 4). Ch. 277 ; 12 S. L. 527, § 1. City of Boston not to take lands of, in abating a nuisance. (June 8). Ch. 319 ; 12 S. L. 560, § 1. State scrip to amount of $2,000,000 to be issued to redeem scrip issued in aid of Western R. R. Cor., under acts of 1838, ch. 9 ; 8 S. L. 5. 1839, ch. 70 ; 8 S. L. 103, and 1841, ch. 131 ; 8 S. L. 235. § 2. Conditions and requisites of the new scrip. §§ 3, 4. Disposition of the scrip, and of the surplus proceeds thereof ; sinking fund. § 5. Securities given for previous scrip to apply to this issue, and the B. & A. R. R. Co. to pay principal and interest in gold, at maturity. § 6. Act not to take effect without consent, and guaranty or other security of B. & A. R. R. Co. § 7. Cancellation of surrendered scrip. § 8. Compensation of commissioners of sinking fund. 1869— (April 13). Ch. 165 ; 12 S. L. 671, § 1. Metropolitan R. R. Co. hot to cross at grade. [Restriction repealed by 1870, ch. 210 ; 12 S. L. 973.] (April 27). Ch. 212; 12 S. L. 698. May fill its lands and flats, which were conveyed by the Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. to Shaw and others, on July 1, 1850, on certain conditions. Boston and Albany Railroad Company. 327 1869— (May 10). Ch. 256 ; 12 S. L. 733, § 2. Upon completion of widening of bridge at Chelsea, under 1867, ch. 342, § 8 ; 12 S. L. 353, the Eastern R. R. Co. may recover of B. & A. R. R. Co. its proportion of the expense by an action, and have the further remedy of injunction. (May 10). Ch. 261; 12 S. L. 738, § 1. Removal of the passenger station of, at Natick, required upon the con- struction of a carriage or foot-way being laid out across the track. § 2. County commissioners to determine manner of crossing and proportion of expense to be paid by the town of Natick and the B. & A. R. R. Co. § 3. Penal ty on B. & A. R. R. Co. for neglect to make removal as required. (May 10). Ch. 264 ; 12 S. L. 740. Act authorizing the B. & A. R. R. Co., the Norwich and Worcester R. R. Co., the Providence and Worcester R. R. Co., and the Worcester and Nashua R. R. Co. to establish a union passenger and freight station in Worcester. [Act repealed by 1871, ch. 343 ; Acts and Res. 673.] (May 26). Ch. 321; 12 S. L. 771, §§ 2, 3. Hopkinton Branch R. R. Co. may enter on, connect with, and use, and sell or lease its road and franchise to. (June 22). Ch. 440 ; 12 S. L. 835. May change location of its passenger station in Springfield, enlarge passenger and freight accommodations, change grade at crossing of Main street, and purchase and take land for such changes. (June 23). Ch. 461 ; 12 S. L. 850, § 1. May extend to tide- water in Boston, with provisions as to crossing of streets. § 2. Bridge over Fort Point channel or South Bay. § 3. May maintain additional tracks between its terminus in Boston and Worcester, and take land therefor. § 4. May purchase or take land or flats for depot and certain other purposes within five years, with restrictions as to land and flats of Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co., of the Boston Wharf Co. and of the Commonwealth ; may make arrangements with the B. H. & E. R. R. Co. as to occupancy of lands, flats and tracks ; and may lay tracks in South Boston across streets adjoining flats pur- chased of the Commonwealth or taken with its consent. 328 Boston and Albany Railroad Company. § 5. Maj T purchase the B. H. & E. R. R. between its Brookline branch and Woonsocket, and buy or lease 'the Mystic River„ R. R., the Marginal Freight R. and the South Boston Freight R., or loan money to either of said com- panies ; may make contracts to complete purchased railroads, and procure insurance on goods and issue negotiable receipts therefor ; powers of Marginal Freight R. Co. ; B. & A. R. R. Co. may form corporate union with the Albany and West Stockbridge R. R. Co. and the Hudson and Boston R. R. Co. (a New York corpo- ration) under the name of the Boston and Albany R. R. Co., with powers described as in 1855, ch. 347 ; 10 S. L. 410. § 6. Maj-, for above purposes, and after purchase of Common- wealth flats, increase capital stock by $5,000,000, and by a further amount not exceeding the sum paid for any road purchased or taken under this act, and for improv- ing and equipping the same, such additional amount not to exceed $3,000,000. § 7. Commonwealth and other stockholders to have preference as to taking such new stock, the Commonwealth's pro- portion not to be sold till the next session of the legis- lature. § 8. Shares of the Commonwealth, how to be taken and paid for. § 9. Compensation to parties sustaining damage by the exer- cise of powers under the act ; location of railroad or tracks to be made within three years. [1870, ch. 368 ; 12 S. L. 1052 ; corporation subject to General Statutes, ch. 63, §§ 19, 20, as to taking land outside of location. 1873, ch. 289, § 5 ; Acts and Res. 726 ; powers con- ferred by the act not to be interfered with by the New York and New England R. R. Co.] 1870— (Feb. 7). Ch. 9 ; 12 S. L. 873, § 2. Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. may, with a branch, cross the Grand Junction branch of, at grade, and at its own expense. (March 31). Ch. 138 ; 12 S. L. 934, § 1. Springfield Aque- duct Co. not to take lands of, or interfere with. [1848, ch. 303 ; 8 S. L. 999.] (April 28). Ch. 210 ; 12 S. L. 973. Metropolitan R. R. Co. may cross the tracks of, in Brookline, at grade, notwith- standing 1866, ch. 240; 12 S. L. 129, and 1869, ch. 165; 12 S. L. 671. Boston and Albany Railroad Company. 329 1870— (May 20). Ch. 269; 12 S. L. 1001, § 2. Grafton and Mill- bury R. R. Co. and the B. & A. R. R. Co. may enter on each other's road. § 6. G. and M. R. R. Co. may sell or lease its road and fran- chise to. (June 16). Ch. 368; 12 S. L. 1052. Subject to General Statutes, ch. 63, §§ 19, 20, as to taking land notwith- standing 1869, ch. 461 ; 12 S. L. 850. [1873, ch. 289 § 5 ; Acts and Res. 726.] (June 23). Ch. 405 ; 12 S. L. 1063, § 2. Southbridge and Palmer R. R. Co. may enter on, in Palmer, with corre- sponding right in B. & A. R. R. Co. § 7. S. & P. R. R. Co. may sell or lease its road and franchise to. 1871— (April 3). Ch. 162 ; Acts and Res. 531, §§ 2,3. Lee and Hudson R. R. Co. and the B. & A. R. R. Co. may enter on each other, in West Stockbridge. § 6. L. & H. R. R. Co. may sell or lease its road and franchise to. (April 14). Ch. 184 ; Acts and Res. 557, § 2. Massachusetts Central R. R. not to cross the B. & A. R. R. in Brigh- ton, Brookline or Boston at grade, and if crossing above, at not less than 18 feet above the track. § 4. M. C. R. R. Co. may enter on, with consent in writing. § 5. M. C. R. R. Co. may purchase certain land of. (April 28). Ch. 228 ; Acts and Res. 586, §§ 2, 3. Brighton Branch R. R. Co. and the B. & A. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. § 4. B. Br. R. R. Co. may lease its road and franchise to. [1872, ch. 99 ; Acts and Res. 85.] (May 25). Ch. 343 ; Acts and Res. 673, §§ 1-24. Act re- quiring the B. & A. R. R. Co., the Norwich and Wor- cester R. R. Co., the Providence and Worcester R. R. Co., the Worcester and Nashua R. R. Co. and the Bos- ton, Barre and Gardner R. R. Cor. to unite in a passen- ger station in Worcester, with various provisions as to selection of site, erection and repairs, rents, revision and approval of plans, time of completion, and rules for its use ; taking land, discontinuance of parts of loca- tions of railroads in Worcester and removal of tracks ; compensation to be paid by B. & A. R. R. Co. to other companies for rights under contracts and leases ; exten- 42 330 Boston and Albany Railroad Company. sion of the Norwich and Worcester R. R. and of the Providence and Worcester R. R., to said station, and taking of part of location of B. & A. R. R. Co. therefor ; extension of Boston, Barre and Gardner R. R. to the station ; joint use and maintenance of certain railroad tracks, discontinuance of other stations, maintenance of passenger station of Worcester and Nashua R. R. Co., north of Lincoln square, and of junction depot ; pur- chase and taking of lands ; filing locations, and sale of land the use of which is discontinued ; changes in streets and liability of corporations for damages ; equity jurisdiction to restrain use of streets in which the loca- tion has been discontinued ; rights of Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co. ; increase of stock of the Boston and Barre R. R. Co. and other companies ; extension of streets by mayor and aldermen, and damages therefor ; and repeal of 1869, ch. 264 ; 12 S. L. 740. [1873, ch. 31 ; Acts and Res. 503 ; time for construction of pas- senger depot, and of locations, extended.] 1871— (May 26). Resolve, ch. 91; Acts and Res. 792. Consulta- tion of the harbor commissioners with, relative to the development of the flats of the Commonwealth near South Boston. 1872 — (March 5). Resolve, ch. 8 ; Acts and Res. 342. Common- wealth's shares in B. & A. R. R. Co. to a certain amount to be transferred to war loan sinking fund under 1865, ch. 122 ; 11 S. L. 657. (March 14). Ch. 99 ; Acts and Res. 85, § 3. Brighton and Newton (Brighton Branch) R. R. Co. may enter on, with reciprocal right in the B. & A. R. R. Co.. § 4. B. & N. R. R. Co. may lease its railroad and franchise to the B. & A. R. R. Co. [1871, ch: 228 ; Acts and Res. 586.] (March 20). Ch. 124 ; Acts and Res. 97, §§ 1, 2. Athol and Enfield R. R. Co. and the B. & A. R. R. Co. may enter on each other, in Springfield. § 3. Restriction as to the crossing of the B. & A. R. R. by the A. & E. R. R. Co. (April 8). Ch. 177 ; Acts and Res. 127, § 4. City of Boston not to prevent the B. & A. R. R. Co. from taking water for its engines or other railroad purposes from Farm Pond. Boston and Albany Railroad Company. 331 1873— (Feb. 17). Ch. 31 ; Acts and Res. 503, § 1. Time for com- ' pletion of the union passenger station mentioned in 1871, ch. 343, § 5; Acts and Res. 673, extended to June 1, 1875. § 2. Time for discontinuance of locations mentioned in 1871, ch. 343, § 7; Acts and Res. 673, extended to June 1, 1876. § 3. Time for locations mentioned in 1871, ch. 343, § 15 ; Acts and Res. 673, extended to June 1, 1876. (May 15). Ch. 289 ; Acts, and Res. 726, § 5. New York and New England R. R. Co. not authorized to take land of, or to interfere with powers given by 1869, ch. 461 ; 12 S. L. 850, and 1870, ch. 368 ; 12 S. L. 1052. (May 16). Ch. 293; Acts and Res. 736, § 1. May change location in Russell and Montgomery at certain points, filing the same within one }^ear. § 2. May abandon present location at points indicated, and the present depots in Russell. § 3. Required as a condition of the said powers to build a new station on the easterly side of the Westfield River in Russell, and to construct a bridge with approaches, the same to become a county road. (June 11). Ch. 357 ; Acts and Res. 879, § 1. May, as owners of the Grand Junction R., make certain contracts and exchanges of lands, property and franchises in Somer- ville, Charlestown and Boston with other companies, and alter location for discontinuing grade crossings and accommodating terminal business,' and pay money and increase capital stock therefor to the amount expended ; the authority subject to the approval of the railroad commissioners. [1869, ch. 212 ; 12 S. L. 698. 1870, ch. 9; 12 S. L.873.] § 2. Structures over tide-water to be subject to the approval of the harbor commissioners and to general laws. § 3. Lands may, for said purposes, be purchased or condemned in mode prescribed, and if covered by tide-water with approval of the harbor commissioners and the governor and council, with a further provision as to the Boston and Lowell R. R. Cor. 332 Brighton Branch Railroad Company. § 4. Reports to be made of doings under the act to the railroad commissioners and by said commissioners to the next legislature. See Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor. Western R. R. Cor. Brookline Branch R. R. Milford Branch R. R. Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. Chelsea Branch R. R. Co. BOSTON AND ALBANY RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1855— (May 15). Ch. 347 ; 10 S. L. 410, §§ 1, 2. Corporate union of the "Western R. R. Cor., the Albany and West Stock- bridge R. R. Co. and the Hudson and Boston R. R. Co., under the name of B. & A. R. R. Cor. See Boston and Albany R. R. Co. BRIGHTON BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1871— (April 228). Ch. 228 ; Acts and Res. 586. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Boston and Albany R. R. near Allston sta- tion in Brighton to centre of town, and then to B. & A. R. R. between Brighton and Newton stations. [1872, ch. 99, § 1 ; Acts and Res. 85.] § 3. B. Br. R. R. Co. and B. & A. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. § 4. May lease its railroad and franchise to said B. & A. R. R. Co. § 5. Capital stock not to be less than $100,000, nor more than $200,000. § 6. Location to be within one year, and construction within two years. 1872 — (March 14). Ch. 99 ; Acts and Res. 85, § 1. Location may be changed so as to be from B. & A. R. R. between Cot- tage Farm and Allston stations to B. & A. R. R. between Rice's crossing and Grantville station in Needham. § 2. Name changed to Brighton and Newton R. R. Co. §§ 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. Concerning Brighton and Newton R. R. Co. See Brighton and Newton R. R. Co. Millbury and Southbridge Railroad Company. 333 BRIGHTON AND NEWTON BA.TT.BOAD COMPANY. [For location and capital stock, see Brighton Branch R. R. Co.] 1872— (March 14). Ch. 99 ; Acts and Res. 85, § 1. Location may be from Boston and Albany R. R. between Cottage Farm and Allston stations to said B. & A. R. R. be- tween Rice's crossing and Grantville station in Need- ham. [1871, ch. 228, § 2 ; Acts and Res. 586. J § 2. Name changed from Brighton Branch R. R. Co. to B. & N, R. R. Co. § 3. B. & N. R. R. Co. and B. & A. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. § 4. May lease its railroad and franchise to said B. & A. R. R. Co. § 5. Capital stock not to be less than $500,000, with power to increase the same to $1,000,000. § 6. Town of Newton may subscribe to a limited amount of the capital stock of, and raise money therefor by loan or tax ; representation at corporate meetings. § 7. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. See Brighton Branch R. B. Co. MTLLBUBY AND SOUTHBBIDGE BAILBOAD COMPANY. 1851— (May 7). Ch. 113 ; 9 S. L. 300. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Boston and Worcester R. R. in Grafton or its branch in Millbury to Southbridge, subject beyond Webster to consent of a majority of directors of the Southbridge and Blackstone R. R. Co. § 3. Capital stock to be $300,000. § 4. May hold real and personal estate. § 5. May make lease to, or receive one from, or form corporate union with, any adjoining company. § 6. Location to be within two years, and completion within four years. [Time for construction extended. 1855, ch. 109 ; 10 S. L. 317. One year. 1856, ch. 20; 10 S. L. 496. " " 1857, ch. 28 ; 10 S. L. 645. " " 1858, ch. 19 ; 10 S. L. 784. Two years.] 334 Grafton and Milbury Railroad Company. § 7. May enter on or cross the Southbridge and Blackstone, the Norwich and Worcester, the Providence and Wor- cester, and the Boston and Worcester railroads. . § 8. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 9. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 10. May under authority from State of Connecticut lease, purchase or construct portion of railroad therein. § 11. Conditions precedent to commencement of construction. 1855— (March 28). Ch. 109; 10 S. L. 317. Time for construction extended one year. (May 10). Ch. 331 ; 10 S. L. 399, § 1. May construct road in sections. § 2. Conditions precedent to commencement of construction of each section, with a provision as to the effect of not constructing a section within the time prescribed. 1856— (Feb. 16). Ch. 20 ; 10 S. L. 496. Time for construction ex- tended one year. 1857— (March 21). Ch. 28 ; 10 S. L. 645, § 1. Time for construc- tion extended one year. § 2. Time for application for damages by land-owners extended. 1858— (Feb. 13). Ch. 19; 10 S. L. 784. Time for construction extended two years. GRAFTON AMD MHiLBTJRY RAILROAD COMPANY. 1870— (May 20). Ch. 269 ; 12 S. L. 1001. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Boston and Albany R. R. in Grafton, to station at Armory village in Millbury, on Millbury Branch R. R. ; the G. & M. R. R. Co. and the B. & A. R. R. Co. to have the right to enter on each other. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $250,000, nor be less than $150,000. § 4. Road may be constructed in sections, with conditions pre- cedent to the construction of each section. § 5. Towns of Grafton and Millbury may subscribe to a lim- ited amount of the capital stock of, in mode prescribed. § 6. May sell or lease railroad and franchise to the B. & A. R. R. Co. § 7. Location to be within two years, and construction within three years. Hopkinton Branch Railroad Company, JVbs. 1 & 2. 335 GRAFTON CENTRE RAILROAD COMPANY. [Formed under the Act to authorize the formation of railroad corporations. 1872, ch. 53 ; Acts and Res. 40.] 1873 — (October 22). Certificate of incorporation. Records of the Secretary of the Commonwealth. Vol. I., p. 35. Location from Boston and Albany R. R. in Grafton, to the centre of the town. Capital stock to be $30,000. HOPKINTON BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY, NO. 1. 1854— (April 19). Ch. 337 ; 10 S..L. 187. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from centre village of Hopkinton, to Boston and "Worcester R. R. at Cordaville, or at crossing of Indian Brook, with the right to enter on the B. & W. R. R. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $120,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Location to be within sixteen months, and construction within three years. § 5. May enter on B. & W. R. R. § 6. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 7. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 8. May lease the railroad to the B. & W. R. R. Cor. § 9. May sell and transfer property and franchise to the B. & W. R. R. Cor. See Hopkinton Branch R. R. Co., No. 2. HOPKINTON BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 2. 1869— (May 26).. Ch. 321 ; 12 S. L. 771. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. . § 2. Location from centre of Hopkinton to Boston and Albany R. R. at Indian Brook in Ashland, with right to enter on B. & A. R. R. § 3. May connect with and use, sell and transfer franchises, or lease the road to the B. & A. R. R. Co. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. 336 Hopkinton and Milford Railroad Company. § 5. Town of Hopkinton may subscribe to, or guarantee the capital stock of, to the amount of $60,000, on conditions prescribed. § 6. Town maj^ raise money therefor by loan or tax. § 7. Representation of said town as a stockholder at corporate meetings. § 8. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. .1870— (June 1). Ch. 299; 12 S. L. 1018, § 1. H. Br. R. R. Co. and the Hopkinton and Milford R. R. Co. may form a corporate union under the name of the Hopkinton R. R. Co. § 2. H. R. R. Co. may construct and operate the H* Br. R. R. and other roads. See Hopkinton R. R. Co. Hopkinton Branch R. R. Co., No. 1. HOPKINTON AND MTLFOKD RAILROAD COMPANY. 1867— (May 9). Ch. 225 ; 12 S. L. 277. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from centre of Hopkinton to centre of Milford, with right to enter on the Milford and Woonsocket R. R., and the Milford Branch R. R. at Milford. § 3. May connect with M. & W. R. R. and with M. Br. R. R., and sell or lease its road, or consolidate with said M. & W. R. R. Co. or other company having terminus in or passing through Milford. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 5. Town of Hopkinton may subscribe for $40,000 of stock of, on certain conditions. § 6. Town may raise money therefor by loan or tax. § 7. Representation of the town as a stockholder at corporate meetings. § 8. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. [1869, ch. 283 ; 12 S. L. 754 ; time for location extended to May 1, 1871, and for completion to May 1, 1873.] Hopkinton Railroad Company. 337 1869— (May 15). Ch. 283; 12 S. L. 754. Time for location ex- tended to May 1, 1871, and for completion to May 1, 1873. 1870— (June 1). Ch. 299 ; 12 S. L. 1018, § 1. May form corporate union with Hopkinton Branch R. R. Co. under name of Hopkinton R. R. Co. § 2. H. R. R. Co. may construct and operate the H. Br. R. R. and other roads. See Hopkinton R. B. Co. HOPKINTON RAILROAD COMPANY. [For location, see Hopkinton and Milford R. R. Co. and Hopkinton Branch R.- R. Co.] 1870— (June 1). Ch. 299 ; 12 S. L. 1018, § 1. Corporation formed by corporate union of the Hopkinton and Milford R. R. Co. and the Hopkinton Branch R. R. Co., with a joint stock of $400,000, to succeed to duties and liabilities of former companies. § 2. New corporation may locate, construct, maintain and op- erate the railroads authorized by 1867, ch. 225 ; 12 S. L. 277. 1869, ch. 283 ; 12 S. L. 754. 1869, ch. 321 ; 12 S. L. 771. [1873, ch. 119; Acts and Res. 549; location extended from Ashland to Massachusetts Cen- tral R. R. in Weston.] § 3. Towns of Hopkinton, Milford and Ashland may subscribe for the stock or securities of, to a limited amount, upon certain conditions, and raise money therefor by loan or tax : representation of the towns as stockholders at corporate meetings. 1872 — (April 5). Ch. 170; Acts and Res. 123. May mortgage its road, franchise and equipment to secure its bonds to the amount of $140,000. [1873, ch. 119, § 2; Acts and Res. 549 ; increases the amount by $165,000.] 1873— (March 27). Ch. 119 ; Acts and Res. 549, § 1. May extend its road from its location in Ashland, near its terminus therein, through towns named, to the Massachusetts Cen- tral R. R. in Weston. 43 338 Worcester and Shrewsbury Railroad Company. § 2. May mortgage road, franchise and property to an amount not exceeding $165,000 in addition to amount author- ized by 1872, ch. 170 ; Acts and Res. 123, with pro- visions as to interest, mode of determining amount to be issued, and restricting the total amount to that of the capital paid in. See Hopkinton Branch R. R. Co.. Nos. 1 and 2. Hopkinton and Mil ford R. R. Co. WORCESTEB AND SHREWSBURY RAILROAD COMPANY. [Formed under the Act to anthorize the formation of railroad corporations. 1872, ch. 53; Act* and Res. 40.] 1873 — (April 17). Certificate of incorporation. Records of Secretary of the Commonwealth. Vol. I., 23. Location in Worces- ter, from Washington square to a terminus near the house of J. J. Coburn. on the westerly shore of Lake Quinsigamond. Capital stock to be $20,000. MASSACHUSETTS RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1830— (March 12). Ch. 94 ; 6 S. L. 864. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with location from Boston to western line of the Commonwealth, with a view to a final termination at the Hudson River, near Albany or Troy ; authority to lay out road and liability for dam- ages. § 2. Capital stock to be $3,500,000 ; choice of officers. § 3. Powers of officers and corporation ; assessments on shares, and forfeiture for non-pa} r ment. §§ 4, 5, 6. By-laws, tolls and toll-houses ; right of Common- wealth to purchase road. §§ 7, 8. Damages to land-owners and parties under disability. § 9. Malicious injuries to railroad and property. § 10. Crossing of public and private ways. § 11. Annual meeting, and right to vote at meetings. § 12. Conditions of act as to subscription, organization and location. Worcester and Nashua Mailroad Company. 339 NASHUA RAILROAD COMPANY. 1839— (April 9). Ch. 143 ; 8 S. L. 138. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location by either of two routes from Worcester to the state line of New Hampshire, at Dunstable. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $1,500,000 ; may hold real estate. § 4. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 5. Organization and location to be within three years, and construction within six years. ■WORCESTER AND NASHUA RAILROAD COMPANY. 1845— (March 5). Ch. 102 ; 8 S. L. 440. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Worcester, towards Nashua, to state line of New Hampshire. [1870, ch. 91 ; 12 S. L. 914 ; addi- tional track from Worcester to state line of New Hampshire. 1871,* eh. 343 ; Acts and Res. 673 ; loca- tion and union station in Worcester.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $1,500,000. [1851, ch. 222 ; 9 S. L. 347 ; $300,000 preferred stock. 1871, ch. 343 ; Acts and Res. 673 ; increase for union passenger station in Worcester.] § 4. May hold real and personal estate. § 5. May enter on the Boston and Worcester, the Norwich and Worcester, the Worcester Branch, and the Fitchburg railroads, with a proviso. § 6. Location to be within three years, and construction within six years. § 7. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 8. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative authority. § 9. May form corporate union with Nashua and Groton R. R. Co. of New Hampshire. § 10. Residence of officers for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. . § 11. Separate accounts for part of united road in each state, to be adjusted by commissioners. § 12. Subject as to part of road in this state to its laws. 340 Worcester and Nashua Railroad Company. §13. Four preceding sections to take effect on similar legisla- tion in New Hampshire, and acceptance by the two cor- porations. § 14. May purchase or hire the Worcester Branch R. R., the purchase to effect a merger of the two corporations. 1845— (March 25). Ch. 225 ; 8 S. L. 502, § 5. Groton and East "Wilton R. R. Co. may enter on, in Pepperell or Groton, with a proviso. (March 26). Ch. 245 ; 8 S. L. 517. Norwich and Worcester R. R. Co. may subscribe to the stock of, to the amount of $400,000, in manner prescribed. 1846— (April 16). Ch. 247; 8 S. L. 656, § 2. Fitchburg and Worcester R. R. Co. may intersect the W. & N. R. R. in Sterling or West Bo3 7 lston ; and if the charter of the W. & N. R. R. Co. becomes void, the F. & W. R. R. Co. may, within a fixed time, make a certain location. § 7. F. & W. R. R. Co. may form corporate union with. [1849, ch. 18 ; 9 S. L. 8.] 1847— (April 7). Ch. 163 ; 8 S. L/ 762, § 1. Stony Brook R. R. Co. may enter on, in Groton. (April 26). Ch. 276 ; 8 S. L. 834, §§ 2, 5. Barre and Worces- ter R. R. Co. may enter on the " Nashua and Worcester" R. R. in Worcester. 1849— (Feb. 14). Ch. 18 ; 9 S. L. 8, § 2. Fitchburg and Worcester R. R. Co. may convey its railroad and franchise to. [1846, ch. 247 ; 8 S. L. 656.] (May 2). Resolve, ch. 113 ; Acts and Res. 233. Treasurer of the Commonwealth authorized to release its title in part of the Norwich and Worcester R. R. to. 1850— (March 12). Resolve, ch. 28; Acts and Res. 497. W. A. Wheeler authorized to lay railway tracks in Worcester, intersecting with, by its consent. 1851— (May 22). Ch. 222 ; 9 S. L. 347, § 1. May increase capital stock by $300,000. § 2. Subscriptions by stockholders, and exchange of old stock for preferred stock of new issue. Worcester and Nashua Railroad Company. 341 § 3. Issue of new stock. § 4. New stock to be preferred stock. §§ 4, 5. Dividends on preferred and other stock, and appropria- tion of surplus. § 6. Act to take effect upon conditions. § 7. Act subject to amendment or repeal. 1852— (May 5). Ch. 178 ; 9 S. L. 510, § 3. Agricultural Branch R. R. Co. may cross, in Sterling or Clinton, with a pro- vision as to crossing at grade or by a bridge. (May 22). Resolve, ch. 108; Acts and Res. 308. F. W. Paine, trustee, authorized to convey land to. 1853— (May 12). Ch. 336 ; 9 S. L. 728, §§ 3, 4. Boston, Barre and Gardner R. R. Co. may enter on, and lease its road to. 1860— (March 26). Ch. 105 ; 11 S. L. 60, §§ 1, 2. Providence and Worcester R. R. Co. and W. & N. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. § 3. New locations not authorized by the act. § 4. No new right given by the act to cross or use the lands of the Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor. 1865— (April 27). Ch. 170; US. L. 681. Agricultural Branch R. R. Co. may construct its track across the track of, in Clinton, at grade, and with a gate. 1869— (May 10). Ch. 260; 12 S. L. 736, § 6. Massachusetts Cen- tral R. R. Co. and the W. & N. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. (May 10). Ch. 264 ; 12 S. L. 740, §§ 1-4. Concerning union station of this and other companies, at Worcester. [Repealed by 1871, ch. 343 ; Acts and Res. 673.] 1870— (March 11). Ch. 69 ; 12 S. L. 905, § 2. Boston, Barre, and Gardner R. R. Co. may cross at grade, in Worcester. (March 17). Ch. 91 ; 12 S. L. 914, § 1. May construct ad- ditional track from Worcester to the state line in Dunstable, and take land therefor, with approval of railroad commissioners. § 2. Location to be approved by railroad commissioners and filed within two years. [1872, ch. 41 ; Acts and Res. 36 ; time extended to March 17, 1875.] 342 Nashua and Groton Railroad Company, § 3. Damages to land-owners. § 4. May subscribe to capital stock of Nashua and Rochester R. R. Co. (a New Hampshire corporation) not exceeding 8200.000, upon a majority vote of stock represented at a meeting. • 1870— (April 30). Ch. 214 ; 12 S. L. 976. § 2. Lancaster R. R. Co. may enter on. 1871— (May 5). Ch. 253 : Acts and Res. 602. May hire the road, franchise, and property of the Nashua and Rochester R. R. Co., a New Hampshire corporation, in manner pre- scribed. (May 25). Ch. 343 ; Acts and Res. 673, §§ 1-24. Act re- quiring a union passenger station for several railroad companies at Worcester, including the W. & N. R. R. Co.. and repealing 1869, ch. 264 : 12 S. L. 740 ; and also providing for changes and use of tracks in Worces- ter, increase of stock, taking land, discontinuance of locations, and a passenger station of the W. & N. R. R. Co.. north of Lincoln square. [1873, ch. 31 ; Acts and Res. 503 : time extended for completion of depot, dis- continuance and filing of locations.] 1872— (Feb. 26). Ch. 41 ; Acts and Res. 36. Time for filing location and taking land for additional track, under 1870. ch. 91 ; 12 S. L. 914. extended to March 17, 1875. 1873— (Feb. 17). Ch. 31 ; Acts and Res. 503. Time for comple- tion of passenger depot extended to June 1, 1875, for discontinuance of -locations to June 1, 1876, and for filing locations, to June 1, 1876, beyond the times fixed in 1871. ch. 343 ; Acts and Res. 673. NASHUA AND GROTON" RATT.KOAD COMPANY. (A XEW HAMPSHIRE CORPORATION.) 1845— (March 5). Ch. 102; 8 S. L. 440. §§ 9-13. Worcester and Nashua R. R. Co. may unite with, to build a certain road ; corporate union authorized, with provisions for effecting such union. See Worcester and Xashua R. R. Co. Groton and East Wilton Railroad Company. 343 NASHUA AND ROCHESTER RAILROAD COMPANY. (A NEW HAMPSHIRE CORPORATION.) 1870— (March 17). Ch. 91 ; 12 S. L. 914, § 4. Worcester and Nashua R. R. Co. may subscribe to the capital stock of, not exceeding $200,000. (June 16). Ch. 367 ; 12 S. L. 1051. Providence and Worces- ter R. R. Co. may subscribe to capital stock of, not ex- ceeding $100,000. 1871— -(May 5). Ch. 253; Acts and Res. 602. Worcester and Nashua R. R. Co. may hire road and franchise of. GROTON AND EAST WILTON RAILROAD COMPANY. 1845— (March 25). Ch. 225 ; 8 S. L. 502-. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from line of New Hampshire, in Pepperell, to Worcester and Nashua R. R. in Pepperell or Groton. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $100,000. § 4. May take real estate, and purchase and hold real and per- sonal estate. § 5. May enter on Worcester and Nashua R. R. in Pepperell or Groton, on certain conditions. § 6. Location to be within three years, and completion within five years. § 7. Reduction of tolls by the legislature ; subject to use by other companies, under legislative authority. § 8. May form corporate union with a corporation of New Hampshire of the same name under the name of the G. & E. W. R. R. Co. § 9. Residence of officers for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 10. Separate accounts as to part of road in each state, to be adjusted by commissioners. § 11. Company and stockholders as to part of road in this state, subject to its laws. § 12. Four preceding sections to take effect on similar legisla- tion in New Hampshire and acceptance by both com- panies. 344 Fitchburg and Worcester Railroad Company. FITCHBURG AND WORCESTER RAILROAD COMP ANY. 1846— (April 16). Ch. 247 ; 8 S. L. 656. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Fitchburg or Leominster to Worcester and Nashua R. R. in Sterling, or West Boylston, con- necting with the W. & N. R. R. : with power, if the charter of W. & N. R. R. Co. becomes void, to locate through West Boylston, Holden and Worcester, but required to construct the same within two years. [1851, ch. 34 ; 9 S. L. 272 ; track in Fitchburg con- necting with Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. 1855, ch. 483 ; 10 S. L. 481, and 1869, ch. 127 ; 12 S. L. 652 ; tracks in Fitchburg.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $500,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. [1851, ch. 78 ; 9 S. L. 288. $100,000 of preferred stock. 1853, ch. 19 ; 9 S. L. 577. $105,300 " 1864, ch. 19; 11 S. L. 475. $44,700 " " " ] § 4. May enter on Fitchburg R. R., in Fitchburg or Leom- inster, or Vermont and Massachusetts R. R., in Fitch- burg. § 5. May enter on Worcester Branch R. R., in Worcester. § 6. May purchase, hire or form corporate union with the Worcester Branch R. R. § 7. May form corporate union with Worcester and Nashua R. R. Cor. § 8. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 9. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 10. Location from Fitchburg or Leominster to Sterling to be within one year, and construction within three years. [1847, ch. 101 ; 8 S. L. 735 ; time for location extended to April 16, 1848. 1848, ch. 34 ; 8 S. L. 863; time extended to April 16, 1849. 1849, ch. 18 ; 9 S. L. 8 ; time for location and construction extended to May 1, 1850. 1850, ch. 4; 9 S. L. 122; time for construc- tion extended to May 1, 1851.] 1847— (March 20). Ch. 101 ; 8 S. L. 735. Time for location ex- tended to April 16, 1848. 1848— (Feb. 29). Ch. 34 ; 8 S. L. 863. Time for location extended to April 16, 1849. Fitchburg and Worcester Railroad Company. 345 1849— (Feb. 14). Ch. 18 ; 9 S. L. 8, § 1. Time for iocation and construction extended to May 1, 1850. § 2. May form corporate union with, Or sell franchise to, the •Worcester and Nashua, the Vermont and Massachu- setts, the Fitchburg or the Cheshire railroad companies, in manner prescribed. 1850— (Feb. 2). Ch. 4 ; 9 S. L. 122. Time for construction ex- tended to May 1, 1851. 1851— (March 31). Ch. 34 ; 9 S. L. 272. May, in pursuance of a written contract with the Fitchburg R. R. Co., locate and construct in Fitchburg a track- for freight trains connecting with Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. (April 29). Ch. 78 ; 9 S. L. 288, § 1. May issue $100,000 of preferred stock with a guaranty, to be disposed of at not less than par value. [1853, ch. 19 ; 9 S. L. 577. 1864, ch. 19 ; 11 S. L. 475.] § 2. Preference of stockholders in subscriptions for said pre- ferred stock. § 3. When and how redeemable. § 4. Act to take effect upon the acceptance of act by the com- pany, by a certain vote. 1852— (May 5). Ch. 178 ; 9 S. L. 510, § 2. Agricultural Branch R. R. Co. may enter on, in Sterling. 1853— (Feb. 21). Ch. 19 ; 9 S. L. 577, § 1. May issue $105,300 preferred stock in addition to $100,000 authorized by 1851, ch. 78 ; 9 S. L. 288, with a guaranty, to be dis- posed of at not less than par value. § 2. Both issues to receive equal dividends. § 3. Preference of holders of unpreferred stock in subscriptions. § 4. Exchange of unpreferred stock for second class preferred stock. § 5. All stock to be classed alike if three per cent, semi-annual dividends can be paid. § 6. Act to take effect upon acceptance by a three-fourths vote of the stockholders present and voting. [1864, ch. 19 ; 11 S. L. 475.] (April 23). Ch. 185 ; 9 S. L. 661, § 3. May subscribe to the capital stock, or guarantee the bonds of the Agricultural Branch R. R. Co. by a three-fourths vote of the stock- holders present and voting. 44 346 Lancaster Railroad Company. 1855— (May 21). Ch. 483; 10 S. L. 481, § 1. May extend the distance of one mile in Fitchbnrg, from its passenger depot, to open land between Nashua River and River street. § 2. Subject as to part of such extension to its contract with the Fitchburg R. R. Co. § 3. Location of extension to be within two years, and con- struction within five years. [1860, ch. 20 ; 11 S. L. 12 ; time for construction extended three years.] I860— (Feb. 8). Ch. 20; 11 S. L. 12. Time for construction of extension in Fitchburg, authorized by 1855, ch. 483 ; 10 S. L. 481, extended three years. 1864— (Feb. 12). Ch. 19; 11 S. L. 475, § 1. May issue $44,700 preferred stock, in addition to $205,300 authorized by 1851, ch. 78 ; 9 S. L. 288, and 1853, ch. 19 ; 9 S. L. 577. § 2. Act to take effect on a vote of three-fourths of stock- holders present and voting. 1865— (Feb. 3). Ch. 2 ; 11 S. L. 615, § 2. Agricultural Branch R. R. may extend to, in Sterling. 1869— (March 27). Ch. 127; 12 S. L. 652, § 1. May use a track near passenger depot of Fitchburg R. R., in Fitchburg, connecting with Vermont and Massachusetts R. R., and construct another, with a restriction. § 2. Union passenger depot of the Fitchburg R. R. Co. and the F. & W. R. R. Co., at Fitchburg, to be built. (May 26). Ch. 317; 12 S. L. 768. May issue bonds to amount of $250,000, and mortgage railroad and prop- erty to secure the same. LANCASTER RAILROAD COMPANY. 1870— (April 30). Ch. 214 ; 12 S. L. 976. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Worcester and Nashua R. R. to Lancaster, and thence to the Lancaster and Sterling branch of Fitchburg R. R., with right to enter on said railroads, and a proviso as to a location in Hudson on which the Massachusetts Central R. R. Co. may enter. Worcester and Norwich Railroad Company. 347 § 3. May sell or lease road and franchise to the Massachusetts Central R. R. Co. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $500,000. § 5. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. 1871— (March 24). Ch. 130; Acts and Res. 508, § 1. May mort- gage road and franchise to secure its bonds to the amount of $300,000. § 2. May contract with connecting railroad companies for transportation. § 3. May lease road and franchise, with provision as to income, tolls and purchase by the state. WORCESTER AND NORWICH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1833— (March 15). Ch. 118 ; 7 S. L. 350. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powefs, with a location from Worcester, in the direction of Norwich, to the state line of Connect- icut in Webster or Dudley. § 2. Capital stock to consist of 4,000 shares. §§ 2, 3. Election and powers of officers, and of corporation ; assessments on shares, and forfeiture on non-payment. §§ 4, 5. Toll-houses, tolls, and the reduction thereof by the leg- islature. §§ 6, 7. Damages to land-owners, and parties under disability. § 8. Malicious injuries to railroad and property. § 9. Voting on shares. § 10. Crossing of public and private ways. § 11. Organization and location to be before July 1, 1836, and construction before July 1, 1838. [1836, ch. 190 ; 7 S. L. 671 ; time for location extended to July 1, 1837., and for construction to July 1, 1839.] § 12. Bridges over public and private ways. § 13. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority ; reports to the legislature. § 14. May enter on Boston and Worcester R. R. in Worcester or Millbury. § 15. Railroad subject to purchase by the state. [1836, ch. 190 ; 7 S. L. 671. 1869, ch. 406 ; 12 S. L. 823.] 1836— (April 9). Ch. 190 ; 7 S. L. 671. Time for location extended to July 1, 1837, and for construction to July 1, 1889 ; right of the state to purchase. 348 Norwich and Worcester Railroad Company. 1836— (April 10). Ch. 204; 7 S. L. 679, § 1. Corporate union with the Boston, Norwich and New London R. R. Co., a Connecticut corporation. § 2. Meetings of stockholders ; residence of officers. § 3. Shares liable to attachment and execution. § 4. Separate accounts as to part of road in each state, to be adjusted by commissioners. § 5. Act to take effect on similar legislation in Connecticut, and acceptance by the corporations. § 6. Subject as to part of road in this state to its laws. § 7. Name changed upon union to the Norwich and Worcester R. R. Co. See Norwich and Worcester R. R. Co. NORWICH AND WORCESTER RAILROAD COMPANY. 1836— (April 10). Ch. 204 ; 7 S. L. 679. Corporate union of the Worcester and Norwich R. R. Co. and the Boston, Nor- wich and New London R. R. Co., a Connecticut corpor- ation, under the name of the Norwich and Worcester R. R. Co. [For location, see Worcester and Norwich R. R. Co. Capital stock, see Worcester and Norwich R. R. Co. Additions to capital stock. 1848, ch. 196 ; 8 S. L. 936. §1,000,000. 1850, ch. 187 ; 9 S. L. 198. $425,000.] 1837— (March 20). Ch. 84 ; 7 S. L. 752, § 1. Commonwealth's scrip to the amount of $400,000 to be issued in aid of. §§ 2, 3. Conditions of delivery of scrip. [1854, ch. 134 ; 10 S. L. 60 ; new scrip issued therefor, and extension of loan.] 1844 — (March 15). Resolve, ch. 100 ; Acts and Res. 325. In rela- tion to the interest of the Commonwealth in suit of E. Whittemore against said corporation in Connecticut. 1845— (March 5). Ch. 102 ; 8 S. L. 440, § 5. Worcester and Nashua R. R. Co. ma} r enter on, in Worcester, with restrictions. (March 26). Ch. 245; 8 S. L. 517. May subscribe to the capital stock of Worcester and Nashua R. R. Co. not exceeding $400,000. 1847— (Feb, 18). Ch. 22 ; 8 S. L. 685, § 1. Providence and Worces- ter R. R, Co.^may enter on, in Worcester, by consent. Norwich and Worcester Railroad Company. 349 1848— (April 26). Ch. 196 ; 8 S. L. 936, § 1. May increase capital stock by $1,000,000. § 2. Commissioners to be appointed for carrying out the act. §§ 3, 4. Issue of preferred stock. § 5. Dividends on preferred and unpreferred stocks. § 6. Act to take effect upon acceptance. [Act repealed 1850, ch. 187 ; 9 S. L. 198.] 1849— (May 1). Ch. 194 ; 9 S. L. 85, § 6. Southbridge and Black- stone R. R. Co. may enter on. (May 2). Resolve, ch. 113 ; Acts and Res. 233. Authority to release the interest of the Commonwealth in part of the road of, to the Boston and Worcester, the Providence and Worcester, the Worcester and Nashua and the Western railroad companies. 1850— (April 13). Ch. 187 ; 9 S. L. 198, § 1. May increase capital stock by $425,000. § 2. Subscriptions by stockholders in exchange for old stock. §3,4. Issue as preferred stock ; Commonwealth's stock. § 5. Dividends on preferred and unpreferred stock. § 6. Repeals 1848, ch. 196 ; 8 S. L. 936, upon this act going into effect. § 7. Act to take effect upon similar legislation in Connecticut, and acceptance by the corporation by a certain vote. § 8. Act subject to amendment or repeal. 1851— (May 7). Ch. 113; 9 S. L. 300, § 7. Millbury and South- bridge R. R. Co. may enter on. 1853— (May 12). Ch. 336 ; 9 S. L. 728, § 3. Boston, Barre and Gardner R. R. Co. may enter on, in Worcester. § 4. B., B. & G. R. R. Co. may lease to, or take lease from. 1854— (March 27). Ch. 134 ; 10 S. L. 60, § 1. Loan of $400,000 of Commonwealth's scrip under 1837, ch. 84 ; 7 S. L. 752, extended by issue of new scrip. § 2. Redemption of former scrip. §§ 3, 4, 5. Interest, and sinking fund. § 6. Remedy on default of company to pay interest. 350 Norwich and Worcester Railroad Company. § 7. Act to take effect upon acceptance by the company before Jan. 1, 1855, and approval by state of Connecticut be- fore Jan. 1, 1856. [1854, ch. 287 ; 10 S. L. 160. Concerns sinking fund. 1855, ch. 462 ; 10 S. L. 470. Sale of scrip and interest on securities purchased. 1857, ch. 244; 10 S. L. 744. Interest on scrip. 1859, ch. 70 ; 10 S. L. 863. Investment of sinking fund. 1870, Resolve, ch. 23 ; Acts and Res. 327. Proceedings on account of redeemed scrip. 1873, Resolve, ch. 27 ; Acts and Res. 924. Proceedings on account of redeemed scrip.] 1854— (April 13). Ch. 287 ; 10 S. L. 160, § 1. Commissioners of sinking fund created by 1854, ch. 134 ; 10 S. L. 60. §§ 2, 3. Custody and investment of sinking fund. § 4. Records and returns thereof. 1855— (May 21). Ch. 462 ; 10 S. L. 470, § 1. Sale of scrip issued under 1854, ch. 134 ; 10 S. L. 60. § 2. Interest on securities purchased, and on scrip sold. 1857— (May 29). Ch. 244 ; 10 S. L. 744, § 1. Rate of interest on scrip issued under 1854, ch. 134 ; 10 S. L. 60. § 2. Semi-annual interest. § 3. Affirms 1854, ch. 134 ; 10 S. L. 60, as if this act were a part thereof. § 4. Act to take effect on acceptance by corporation, and sim- ilar legislation in Connecticut before July 1, 1857. 1859— (March 1). Ch. 70 ; 10 S. L. 863. Applies 1858, ch. 100; 10 S. L. 815, which prescribes securities in which cer- tain sinking funds may be invested, to the sinking fund. 1869— (May 10). Ch. 264; 12 S. L. 740. Union passenger station at Worcester, for this and other companies. [Act repealed by 1871, ch. 343, § 23 ; Acts and Res. 673.] (June 12). Ch. 406 ; 12 S. L. 823, § 1. Lease of railroad and property to Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co., dated Feb. 9, 1869, confirmed. § 2. B. H. & E. R. R. Co. to fulfil contracts as agreed in said lease. § 3. B. H. & E. R. R. Co. to furnish equal facilities with those furnished by the N. & W. R. R. Co., if the business continues equal. Boston, Norwich and New London Railroad Company. 351 § 4. Rights of the Commonwealth not affected by lease ; the N. & W. R. R. Co. to remain liable for injuries to passen- gers. 1870— (April 22). Resolve, ch. 23; Acts and Res. 327. Demand in behalf of the Commonwealth for payment of sums expended to redeem the state scrip issued in aid of, and proceedings for neglect to comply with it. [1873, Re- solve, ch. 27 ; Acts and Res. 924.} 1871— (May 25). Ch. 343 ; Acts and Res. 673, §§ 1-24. Act re- quiring a union passenger station for this and other companies at Worcester and regulating its joint use, extending the road to such station, discontinuing, or changing tracks in streets, authorizing their extensions and joint use, and the increase of capital stock, and repealing 1869, ch. 264 ; 12 S. L. 740. [1873, ch. 31 ; Acts and Res. 503 ; time for completion of depot, dis- continuance of locations, and filing new locations, extended.] 1873— (Feb. 17). Ch. 31 ; Acts and Res. 503. Time for completion of union passenger station at Worcester, extended to June 1, 1875 ; time for discontinuance of locations under 1871, ch. 343, § 7 ; Acts and Res. 673, extended to Jun'e 1, 1876 ; filing locations for land taken under 1871, ch. 343, § 15 ; Acts and Res. 673, extended to June 1, 1876. (April 14). Resolve, ch. 27 ; Acts and Res. 924. Proceedings against, under 1870, Resolve, ch. 23 ; Acts and Res. 327 ; may be discontinued by the attorney-general. See Worcester and Norwich B. B. Co. BOSTON, NORWICH AND NEW LONDON RAILROAD COMPANY. (A CONNECTICUT CORPORATION.) 1836— (April 10). Ch. 204; 7 S. L. 679, §§ 1-7. Corporate union with the Worcester and Norwich R. R. Co. authorized, under the name of the Norwich and Worcester R. R. Co., with provisions for effecting such union. See Worcester and Norwich B. B. Go. Norwich and Worcester B. B. Co. 352 Providence and Worcester Railroad Company. PROVIDENCE AND WORCESTER RAILROAD COMPANY. 1844— (March 12). Ch. 89 ; 8 S. L. 350. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers ; location from Western R. R. at Worcester to state line of Rhode Island at Mendon, in the direction of Providence ; also from the Boston and Worcester R. R. in Grafton, to said state line at Mendon. [1868, ch. 272 ; 12 S. L. 523. Branch in Attleborongh. 1870, ch. 130 ; 12 S. L. 931. Station in Millbury. 1871, ch. 343 ; Acts and Res. 673. In Worcester.] § 2. Capital stock not to exceed $1,000,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. [1868, ch. 272; 12 S. L. 523. Increase of $1,000,000. 1871, ch. 343 ; Acts and Res. 673. For station in Worcester.] § 3. Location to be filed according to law, and construction on one of the routes within three years. [1846, ch. 32 ; 8 S. L. 532. Time for construction extended to March 12, 1848. 1847, ch. 22; 8 S. L. 685. Time for location extended to July 1, 1847.] § 4. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority, with a restriction. § 5. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 6. May form a corporate union with a connecting railroad company of Rhode Island under the name of the Provi- dence and Worcester R. R. Co. § 7. Residence of officers for service of process. § 8. Separate accounts as to part of the united road in each state, to be adjusted by commissioners. § 9. Liability of the corporation and stockholders as to part of road in this State. § 10. Last four sections to take effect upon similar legislation of Rhode Island, and acceptance by the two corporations. 1846— (Feb. 14). Ch. 32 ; 8 S. L. 532, § 1. Voting at meetings of the united corporations regulated. § 2. Time for construction extended to March 12, 1848. § 3. Act to take effect upon acceptance. (March 27). Ch. 158 ; 8 S. L. 614, § 3. Boston and Provi- dence R. R. Cor. may connect its road with, at Prov- idence. (April 16). Ch. 254 ; 8 S. L. 659, § 6. Wrentham and Fox- borough R. R. Co. may connect its road with, in or near Woonsocket. Providence and Worcester Railroad Company. 353 1847— (Feb. 18). Ch. 22 ; 8 S. L. 685, § 1. May, by consent, enter on Norwich and Worcester R. R., near intersection of the N. & W. R. R. with the Western R. R. in Worces- ter, and run cars upon N. & W. R. R. to the depot. § 2. Time for location of road in this state extended to July 1, 1847. (April 24). Ch. 252 ; 8 S. L. 815, § 6. Norfolk County R. R. Co. may enter on, in Blackstone. 1849— (May 1). Ch. 194 ; 9 S. L. 85, § 6. Southbridge and Black- stone R. R. Co. may enter on. (May 2). Resolve, ch. 113 ; Acts and Res. 233, § 2. Release by the Commonwealth of title in part of Norwich and Worcester R. R. to the P. & W! R. R. Co. 1851— (May 7). Ch. 113 ; 9 S. L. 300, § 7. Millbury and South- bridge R. R. Co. may enter on. 1853— (May 12). Ch. 336 ; 9 S. L. 728, § 3. Boston, Barre and Gardner R. R. Cor. may enter on, in Worcester. § 4. B., B. & G. R. R. Cor. may lease to, or take lease from. I860— (Feb. 8). Ch. 18 ; 11 S. L. 7, § 5. North Attleborough R. R. Co. may contract with the P. & W. R. R. Co. for equipping and running its road. (March 26). Ch. 105 ; 11 S. L. 60, §§ 1, 2. Worcester and Nashua R. R. Co. and the P. & W. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. § 3. New location not authorized. § 4. Rights as to crossing and using the Boston and Worcester R. R. not enlarged or restricted. 1868— (Feb. 25). Ch. 34 ; 12 S. L. 398. Milford and Woonsocket R. R. Co. may lease its road to, upon vote of stock- holders. (May 27). Ch. 271 ; 12 s! L. 523, § 1. May increase cap- ital stock by $1,000,000. § 2. Maj' build a branch railroad in Attleborough to connect with a railroad in Rhode Island, extending from India Pcunt to Valley Falls. 45 354 Barre and Worcester Railroad Company. 1869— (May 10). Ch. 264; 12 S. L. 740. Act relating to a union depot in "Worcester, repealed by 1871, ch. 343 ; Acts and Res. 673. 1870— (March 23). Ch. 130 ; 12 S. L. 931. May re-locate passenger and freight stations in Millbur} T . (June 16). Ch. 367; 12 S. L. 1051. May subscribe for shares in the capital stock of the Nashua and Rochester R. R. Co., not exceeding $100,000, by a majority vote of stockholders. 1871— (May 25). Ch. 343 ; Acts and Res. 673, §§ 1-24. Providing for a union passenger station of this and other compa- nies at Worcester, regulating its joint use, discontinu- ing and changing tracks, authorizing their extension and joint use, and the increase of capital stock, and repealing 1869, ch. 264 ; 12 S. L. 740. [1873/ch. 31 ; Acts and Res. 503 ; time fixed in the act extended.] 1873— (Feb. 17). Ch. 31 ; Acts and Res. 503. Time for completion of the union station at Worcester, discontinuance of locations, and filing of new locations extended beyond that fixed by 1871, ch. 343 ; Acts and Res. 673. BABKE AND WORCESTER RAILROAD COMPANY. 1847— (April 26). Ch. 276 ; 8 S. L. 834. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Nashua and Worcester R. R., in Worcester to Barre ; and also from its line, in Princeton, to the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R., in Gardner. [1851, ch. 63 ; 9 S. L. 283 ; surrender of part of location.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed Si, 000,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Location to be within one year, and construction within three years. [1848, ch. 106 ; 8 S. L. 900 ; time for lo- cation extended to Jan. 1, 1849. 1849, ch. 55 ; 9 S. L. 23 ; time for construction extended to April 26, 1851.] § 5. Ma}' enter on the Nashua and Worcester R. R., in Worces- ter, and the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R., in Gardner. § 6. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative authority. Boston, Barre and Gardner Railroad Corporation. 355 § 7. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. 1848— (April 14). Ch. 106; 8 S. L. 900. Time for location ex- tended to Jan. 1, 1849. 1849— (March 24). Ch. 55 ; 9 S. L. 23, § 1. Time for construction extended to April 26, 1851. § 2. Name changed to Boston, Barre and Gardner R. R. Cor. See Boston, Barre and Gardner B. B. Cor. BOSTON, BAKEE AND GARDNER RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1849— (March 24). Ch. 55 ; 9 S. L. 23, § 2. Name changed from Barre and Worcester R. R. Co. to B., B. & G. R. R. Cor. [Location, see Barre and "Worcester R. R. Co. 1851, ch. 63 ; 9 S. L. 283. From Princeton to Barre, and from Worcester to Gardner. 1870, ch. 69; 12 S. L. 905. New location from Worcester to Gardner. 1871, ch. 343; Acts and Res. 673; and 1873, ch. 14; Acts and Res. 493. New- station and extension in Worcester. 1872, ch. 37 ; Acts and Res. 34. From Gardner to Winchendon. Capital stock, see Barre and Worcester R. R. Co. • 1871, ch. 343 ; Acts and Res. 673. Increase of $200,000.] § 1. Time for construction extended to April 26, 1851. [Time extended. 1851, ch. 63 ; 9 S. L. 283. To July 1, 1853. 1853, ch. 336 ; 9 S. L. 728. To July 1, 1856. 1856, ch. 114 ; 10 S. L. 526. To July 1, 1857. 1857, ch. 93 ; 10 S. L. 667. To July 1, 1859. 1859, ch. 97 ; 10 S. L. 871. To July 1, 1863. 1863, ch. 84; 11 S. L. 369. To July 1, 1865. 1865, ch. 18; 11 S. L. 619. ' To May 1, 1868. 1868, ch. 30; 12 S. L. 397. To July 1, 1871.] 1851— (April 24). Ch. 63. 9 S. L. 283, § 1. Time for construc- tion extended to July 1, 1853. § 2. Released from part of location, being from junction of two branches in Princeton to Barre, with authority to con- struct the railroad from Worcester and Nashua R. R., in Worcester, to the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R., in Gardner. § 3. New subscription to capital stock to be made. § 4. Conditions % precedent to commencement of construction. [1853, ch. 336 ; 9 S. L. 728.] 356 Boston, Barre and Gardner Railroad Corporation, 1853— (May 12). Ch. 336 ; 9 S. L. 728, § 1. Time for construction extended to July 1, 1856. § 2. May construct road in sections. § 3. May enter on, in Worcester, the Worcester and Nashua, the Boston and Worcester, the Providence and Worcester and the Norwich and Worcester railroads. § 4. May lease its road to said corporations or to the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. Co., or take leases from them. § 5. Condition precedent to commencement of construction of each section. § 6. Time for application for land damages extended three years. 1856— (April 15). Ch. 114 ; 10 S. L. 526, § 1. Time for construction extended to July 1, 1857. § 2. Time for application for land damages extended for three years. 1857— (April 27) . Ch. 93 ; 10 S. L. 667, § 1. Time for construction extended to July 1, 1859. § 2. Time for application for land damages extended three years. 1859— (March 14). Ch. 97 ; 10 S. L. 871, § 1. Time for construction extended to Jul}- 1, 1863. § 2. Time for application for land damages extended four years. 1863— (March 12). Ch. 84; 11 S. L. 369, § 1. Time for construc- tion extended to July 1, 1865. § 2. Time for application for land damages extended four years. 1865— (Feb. 9). Ch. 18; 11 S. L. 619. Time for construction ex- tended to May 1, 1868. 1868— (Feb. 21). Ch. 30; 12 S. L. 397. Time for construction extended to July 1, 1871. 9 1869— (June 8). Ch. 361 ; 12 S. L. 797, §§ 1-3. City of Worcester and the towns of Holden, Princeton, Rutland, Barre, Hubbardston and Gardner authorized to take a limited amount of stock in, with provisions as to mode of tak- ing, raising the money to pay therefor, and voting upon the stock. Boston, Barre and Gardner Railroad Corporation. 357 1870— (March 11). Ch. 69; 12 S. L. 905, § 1. Authorized to change the location of first and second sections of its road from Worcester to Gardner through towns named, with a restriction as to the location in Worcester. § 2. Crossing of Worcester and Nashua R. R. at grade, in Worcester. § 3. May locate third section to Barre. § 4. New location to be filed before July 1, 1871. [1871, ch. 395 ; Acts and Res. 758.] * 1871— (May 25). Ch. 343 ; Acts and Res. 673, §§ 1-24. Requiring a union passenger station for this and other companies at Worcester, regulating its joint use, discontinuing and changing tracks, authorizing their extension and joint use, and an extension to said station, requiring a pas- senger station north of Lincoln square, and authorizing increase of capital stock of B., B. & G-. R. R. Cor. of $200,000. [1873, ch. 31; Acts and Res. 503; limi- tation of time in the act extended.] (May 27). Ch. 395 ; Acts and Res. 758, § 1. Time for loca- tion and construction of first and second sections ex- tended two years, and of third section three years. § 2. May, from terminus in Gardner, run on Vermont and Mas- sachusetts R. R., eastwardly or westwardly, and on Cheshire R. R. and Ware River R. R. to junction of Monadnock R. R. or the Cheshire R. R., in Winchendon. 1872— (Feb. 24). Ch. 37 ; Acts and Res. 34, § 1. May extend from its terminus in Gardner to the Cheshire R. R. or the Monadnock R. R., in Winchendon. § 2. May enter on the Ware River R. R., the Cheshire R. R. and the Monadnock R. R., with reciprocal right in said railroad companies. § 3. May cross railroads according to agreement with compa- nies, or as determined by the board of railroad commis- sioners. § 4. Location of the extension to be within one year, and con- struction within two years. 1873— (Feb. 6). Ch. 14 ; Acts and Res. 493. May, prior to July 1, 1875, locate and construct its road from Barber's cross- ing, in Worcester, to new passenger station, in Worces- ter, constructed under 1871, ch. 343, § 10; Acts and Res. 673. 358 Barre and N~orth Brookfield Railroad Company. 1873— (Feb. 17). Ch. 31 ; Acts and Res. 503, §§ 1-3. Limitation of time in 1871, ch. 343 ; Acts and Res. 673, extended. (June 9). Ch. 348; Acts and Res. 875. May mortgage its property and franchise to the amount of $400,000. See Barre and Worcester R. R. Co. BABBE AND NORTH BROOKFIELD RAILROAD COMPANY. 1852— (May 3). Ch. 176 ; 9 S. L. 507. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from "Western R. R., in Brookfield, to the centre of Barre. [1857, ch. 142 ; 10 S. L. 688 ; change of location authorized.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $250,000. [1854, ch. 382 ; 10 S. L. 207. 1857, ch. 142 ; 10 S. L. 688.] § 4. Organization and location to be within two years, and con- struction within four years. [1854, ch. 382 ; 10 S. L. 207 ; time for location extended six months. 1856, ch. 29 ; 10 S. L. 499 ; time for construction extended two years. 1857, ch. 142; 10 S. L. 688; time for con- struction of part extended two years.] § 5. Conditions precedent to commencement of construction. § 6. May lease its road to, or take a lease from, or form cor- porate union with, an adjoining railroad company ; any company directly or indirectly connecting may guaranty its dividends. § 7. May enter on "Western R. R. 1854— (April 28). Ch. 382 ; 10 S. L. 207, § 1. Time for location extended six months. § 2. New subscription of capital stock ; former subscribers re- leased. 1856— (Feb. 26). Ch. 29 ; 10 S. L. 499. Time for construction ex- tended two years. 1857— (May 13). Ch. 142 ; 10 S. L. 688, § 1. Time for construc- tion of part of road extended two years. § 2. May alter location, and use steam or horse-power. § 3. New subscription for construction from East Brookfield to North Brookfield, with release of former subscribers. §§ 4, 5. Conditions precedent to commencement of construction. Ware River Railroad Company, ITo. 1. 359 WAKE RIVER RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 1. 1851— (May 24). Ch. 326 ; 9 S. L. 408. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the New London, Willimantic and Palmer R. R., in Palmer, to line of New Hampshire at Winchen- , don, connecting with the Monadnock R. R. of New . Hampshire. § 3. Capital stock to be $800,000. [1853, ch. 75 ; 9 S. L. 615 ; new subscription to be opened.] § 4. May enter on the New London, Willimantic and Palmer R. R. in Palmer, the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. near Bald wins ville, and the Cheshire R. R. in Winchen- don. § 5. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. May enter on Western R. R. by consent. § 8. Location to be within two years, and construction within three years. [Time extended. 1853, ch. 75 ; 9 S. L. 615, two years. 1855, ch. 190; 10 S. L. 343. " " 1857, ch. 126 ; 10 S. L. 680. " " ] § 9. Restriction on the issue of shares. § 10. May divide road into four sections for construction, and obtain capital for each, with conditions precedent to the commencement of the construction of each. 1853— (March 24). Ch. 75 ; 9 S. L. 615, § 1. Time for location and construction extended two years. § 2. May lease road to, or take lease from, form corporate union with, and guaranty dividends of, railroad corpo- rations connecting directly or indirectly, upon terms prescribed. § 3. New subscriptions of capital stock, with release of former subscribers from future expenses. 1855— (April 14). Ch. 190 ; 10 S. L. 343. Time for location and construction extended two years. 1857— (May 7). Ch. 126 ; 10 S. L. 680. Time for location and con- struction extended two years. See Ware River R. R. Co., No. 2. 360 Ware River Railroad Company, No, 2. "WARE RIVER RAILROAD OOMPANTT, No. 2. 1867— (March 16). Ch. 76 ; 12 S. L. 202. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the New London Northern R. R., in Palmer, to line of New Hampshire at Winchendon. § 3. Ma}^ enter on the railroads of the New London Northern, the Vermont and Massachusetts, and the Cheshire rail- road companies, subject to a reciprocal right in them. § 4. May enter^on the Western R. R. by consent. § 5. Capital stock to be $1,000,000. § 6. May divide road into four sections for construction, and obtain capital for each, with conditions precedent to commencement of construction of each. [1868, ch. 224 ; 12 S. L. 496. 1870, ch. 73 ; 12 S. L. 907.] § 7. May lease road to New London Northern R. R. Co. or the Western R. R. Cor. § 8. Location to be within two years, and construction of the first section within three 3 r ears. [1869, ch. 138 ; 12 S. L. 657, revives 1867, ch. 76 ; 12 S. L. 202, and extends time for location and construction to July 1, 1874.] 1868— (May 19). Ch. 224 ; 12 S. L. 496, § 1. May build the first section with a subscription of $200,000, with a proviso. § 2. Town of Ware may subscribe for a limited amount of stock of, and raise money therefor by loan or tax. § 3. Representation of the town at corporate meetings. 1869— (April 1). Ch. 138 ; 12 S. L. 657. Revives 1867, ch. 76 ; 12 S. L. 202, and extends time for location and construc- tion to July 1, 1874. (May 10). Ch. 260 ; 12 S. L. 736, § 5. May sell or lease its road to, or form corporate union with, the Massachusetts Central R. R. Co., and may be entered on b}' the said M. C. R. R. Co. (May 22). Ch. 297 ; 12 S. L. 763. May mortgage the road, or sections thereof, to secure its bonds. [1873, ch. 217 ; Acts and Res. 626 ; purchasers and bondholders under the mortgage may form a new corporation.] (May 26). Ch. 315; 12 S. L. 767, §§ 1, 2. New London Northern R. R. Co. may subscribe for stock or bonds of, or guarantee bonds of, not exceeding $400,000. § 2. N. L. N. R. R. Co. may form corporate union with, or lease road of. Ware River Railroad Company y JVb. 2. 361 1870— (March 15). Ch. 73 ; 12 S. L. 907, § 1. May build the sec- ond and fourth sections on a subscription of $150,000 for each, with a condition precedent to commencement of construction of either. § 2. May enter on the Monadnock R. R., near its depot, in Winchendon. § 3. Towns of Hardwick, New Braintree, Barre, Hubbardston, Templeton and Winchendon may subscribe for a limited amount of the capital stock of, in manner prescribed, and raise money therefor by loan or tax. [1870, ch. 255 ; 12 S. L. 999 ; confers similar authority on Phillipston.] § 4. Representation of the towns at corporate meetings. § 5. Limit of said subscriptions to five per cent, of assessed valuation of the town. (May 16). Ch. 255 ; 12 S. L. 999. Town of Phillipston may subscribe to the stock of, as provided in 1870, ch. 73 ; 12 S. L. 907. (June 23). Ch. 405; 12 S. L. 1063, § 3. Southbridge and Palmer R. R. Co. and the W. R. R. R. Co. may enter on each other, at Palmer. § 7. S. & P. R. R. Co. may sell or lease its railroad and fran- chise to. 1871— (May 27). Ch. 395 ; Acts and Res. 758. Boston, Barre and Gardner R. R. Cor. may enter on. 1872— (Feb. 24) . Ch. 37 ; Acts and Res, 34, § 2. Boston, Barre and Gardner R. R. Cor. and W. R. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. § 3. B., B. & G. R. R. Cor. may cross certain railroads in man- ner prescribed. (April 20). Ch. 224 ; Acts and Res. 165, § 1. Lease or con- tract between the New London Northern R. R. Co. and the W. R. R. R. Co. not to be affected by the act. 1873— (April 21). Ch. 217 ; Acts and Res. 626, § 1. Purchasers of the railroad under the power of sale in the mortgage author- ized by 1869, ch. 297 ; 12 S. L. 763, made a corporation. § 2. Meeting of bondholders to organize the corporation. § 3. Bondholders may exchange bonds for stock, or receive ratable proportion of proceeds ; organization at the first meeting. § 4. New corporation may mortgage the road to secure bonds. See Ware River R. R. Co., No. 1. 46 362 Southbridge and Palmer Railroad Company, JVos. 1 & 2. SOUTHBRIDGE AND PALMER RAILROAD COMPANY, NO. 1. 1863— (April 14). Ch. 152; 11 S. L. 401. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Southbridge, near Hamilton woollen mills, connecting there with the Southern Midland R. R., to "Western R. R., in Palmer. § 3. Capital. stock not to exceed $650,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. May cross at grade certain streets and highways. § 5. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. See Southbridge and Palmer R. R. Co., No. 2. SOUTHBRIDGE AND PALMER RAILROAD COMPANY, NO. 2. 1870— (June 23). Ch. 405 ; 12 S. L. 1063. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. at South- bridge, to junction of the Boston and Albany, the New London Northern, or the "Ware River railroads, at Palmer. § 3. May enter on the B., H. & E. R. R. at Southbridge, and the B. & A. R. R., the N. L. N. R. R., and the "W. R. R. R., at Palmer. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $800,000, nor be less than 8300,000. § 5. Towns of Southbridge, Sturbridge, Brimfield, Holland, "Wales and Palmer, may subscribe to the capital stock of, to a limited amount, in mode prescribed. § 6. May mortgage its railroad, franchise and property. § 7. May sell or lease its railroad, franchise and property to am^ of the above-named corporations. § 8. Location to be within three years, and construction within six years. 1873 — (April 2). Ch. 148; Acts and Res. 571. Time for location extended one year. See Southbridge and Palmer R. R. Co., No. 1. New London, Willimantic & Palmer Railroad Company. 363 IfEW LONDON, WILLIMANTIC AND PALMER RAILROAD COMPANY. 1848— (April 10). Ch. 100 ; 8 S. L. 894. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Western R. R., in Palmer, to state line of Connecticut at Monson, uniting there with a railroad in Connecticut, which is to extend fro*m New London to the line of this state. [1848, ch. 100 ; 8 S. L. 894. Corporate union with the New London, Willimantic and Springfitld R. R. Co. 1851, ch. 277 ; 9 S. L. 378. Corporate union with the Amherst and Belchertown R. R. Co. 1851, ch. 314 ; 9 S. L. 403. Corporate union with the Swift River R. R. Co.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000. § 4. May enter on Western R. R., in Palmer. § 5. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. Organization and location to be within two years, and construction within four years. § 8. May form corporate union with the New London, Will- imantic and Springfield R. R. Co. of Connecticut, under the name of the New London, Willimantic and Palmer R. R. Cor. § 9. One corporation after union ; residence of officers for ser- vice of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 10. Attachment of shares. §11. Separate accounts as to part of united road in each state, to be adjusted by commissioners. § 12. 'Subject as to part in this state to its laws. § 13. §§ 8, 9, 10, 11 to take effect upon similar legislation in Connecticut, and acceptance by the corporations. 1851— (April 24). Ch. 60 ; 9 S. L. 281, § 1. Issue of seven per cent, bonds not exceeding $500,000 under act of Con- necticut confirmed. § 2. Mortgage of franchises, dated Sept. 18, 1849, to Starr and others, to secure said bonds confirmed ; record of mort- gage ; residence of one trustee after possession taken, for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 3. Further instruments may be given to effectuate the pur- poses of said mortgage, with a proviso as to" residence of one of the trustees. 364 New London, WUlimantic <& Palmer Railroad Company. § 4. New bonds, when issued or renewed, to bear interest not exceeding six per cent. 1851— (May 24). Ch. 277 ; 9 S. L. 378, § 8. May form corporate union with the Amherst and Belchertown R. R. Co. under the name of the New London, Palmer and Amherst R.»R. Co. § 9. One corporation after such union ; residence of officers for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. V§ 10. Shares liable to attachment. § 11. Subject as to part of road in this state to its laws. (May 24). Ch. 314 ; 9 S. L. 403, § 8. May form a corporate union with the Swift River R. R. Co., under the name of the New London, Palmer and Swift River R. R. Co. § 9. One corporation after such union ; residence of officers for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 10. Shares liable to attachment. §11. Subject as to part of road in this state to its laws. (May 24). Ch. 326 ; 9 S. L. 408, § 4. Ware River R. R. Co. may enter on, in Palmer. 1852— (May 11). Ch. 205 ; 9 S. L. 519. May subscribe to the capital stock of the Amherst and Belchertown R. R. Co. not exceeding $100,000, by a vote of three-fourths of the stockholders. • I860— (Feb. 24). Ch. 38 ; 11 S. L. 25, §§ 1-13. Bondholders under the first mortgage of said corporation incorporated under the name of the New London Northern R. R. Co., with various provisions, including one for a corporate union with a Connecticut corporation under the name of N. L. N. R. R. Co. See New London Northern R. R. Co. New London, Palmer and Amherst R. R. Co. Amherst and Belchertown R. R. Co. New London, WUlimantic and Palmer R. R. Co. Amherst and Belchertown Railroad Company. 365 NEW LONDON, WILLIMANTIC AND SPRINGFIELD RAILROAD COMPANY. (A CONNECTICUT CORPORATION, CHARTERED IN 1847.) 1848— (April 10.) Ch. 100 ; 8 S. L. 894, § 8. New London, Willi- mantic and Palmer R. R. Co. may form corporate union with, under the name of the New London, Williman- tic and Palmer R. R. Co. See New London, Willimantic and Palmer B. B. Co. AMHERST AND BELCHERTOWN RAILROAD COMPANY. 1851— (May 24). Ch. 277 ; 9 S. L. 378. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from New London, Willimantic and Palmer R. R., ' in Palmer, to the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R., in Montague. [Hastings v. Amherst and Belchertown R. R. Co., 9 Cushing R. 596. 1864, ch. 10 ; 11 S. L. 471 ; extension from Amherst to Vermont and Massa- chusetts R. R. authorized.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $600,000. [1858, ch. 91 ; 10 S. L. 812 ; preferred stock] ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. May enter on the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R., in Montague. § 5. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 6. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. , § 7. Organization and location to be within two years, and construction within four years. [Time extended. 1853, ch. 302 ; 9 S. L. 716. One year. 1854. ch. 32;10S. L. 13. Two years. 1856, ch. 86 ; 10 S. L. 517. One year.] 1858, ch. 91 ; 10 S. L. 812. Two years for location of second section, and three years for construction. § 8. May form corporate union with the New London, Will- imantic and Palmer R. R. Co., a corporation partly in Connecticut, under the name of the New London, Palmer and Amherst R. R. Co. 366 Amherst and Belchertown Railroad Company. § 9. One corporation after such union ; residence of officers for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 10. Shares liable to attachment. § 11. Subject as to road in this state, to its laws. § 12. Restriction on the issue of shares. § 13. Road for purposes of construction may be divided into sections, with conditions precedent to construction of each. 1852— (May 11). Ch. 205 ; 9 S. L. 519. New London, Willimantic and Palmer R. R. Co. may subscribe to the stock of, to the amount of $100,000, on vote of three-fourths of stockholders of each corporation. 1853— (May 4). Ch. 302 ; 9 S. L. 716. Time for location and con- struction extended one year. (May 23). Ch. 361 ; 9 S. L. 744, § 3. Swift River R. R. Co. may enter on, in Palmer or Belchertown. 1854— (Feb. 24). Ch. 32 ; 10 S. L. 13. Time for location and con- struction extended two years. 1856— (April 3). Ch. 86; 10 S. L. 517. Time for location and construction extended one year. 1858— (March 25). Ch. 91 ; 10 S. L. 812, § 1. Time for location of second section from Amherst to Montague, extended two years, and for construction of the same, three years. § 2. May issue remaining shares as preferred stock, not ex- ceeding $100,000, at rates of interest named. § 3. Purchasers of said railroad, under a mortgage, may form a corporation. § 4. Act to take effect upon acceptance. 1864— (Feb. 8). Ch. 10 ; 11 S. L. 471, § 1. May (called here the Amherst, Belchertown and Palmer R. R. Co.) extend from Amherst to the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. ; said location to be filed according to law, and extension to be completed within two years. [1866, ch. 5; 12 S. L. 2 ; time extended one year.] § 2. May sell or lease its railroad to the New London North- ern R. R. Co. New London Northern Railroad Company. 367 § 3. May form a corporate union with the said N. L. N. R. R. Co. within two years ; the new corporation may issue bonds not exceeding $300,000. § 4. Rights and liabilities of new corporation. § 5. Annual reports to the legislature. 1866— (Feb. 3). Ch. 5 ; 12 S. L. 2, § 1. Time for construction of the New London Northern R. R. under 1864, ch. 10 ; 11 S. L. 471, extended one year. See New London Northern R. R. Co. NEW LONDON, PALMER AND AMHERST RAILROAD COMPANY. 1851— (May 24). Ch. 277 ; 9 S. L. 378, § 8. Amherst and Belcher- town R. R. Co., and the New London, Willimantic and Palmer R. R. Co., may form a corporate union under the name of the New London, Palmer and Amherst R. R. Co. See Amherst and Belchertown R. R. Co. New London, Willimantic and Palmer R. R. Co. NEW LONDON NORTHERN RAILROAD COMPANY. I860— (Feb. 24). Ch. 38 ; 11 S. L. 25, § 1. Bondholders under the mortgage of the New London, "Willimantic and Palmer R. R. Co., incorporated under the name of the N. L. N. R. R. Co. [For location, see New London, Willimantic and Palmer R. R. Co 1860, ch. 38; US. L. 25. Corporate union with the Connecticut corporation . 1864, ch. 10 ; 11 S. L. 471. Corporate union with the Amherst, Belchertown and Palmer R. R. Co. 1864, ch. 184; 11 S. L. 550. Change in Palmer, and discontinuance near Three Rivers. 1866, ch. 5 ; 12 S. L. 2. Filing of new locations. 1866, ch. 41 ; 12 S. L. 16. Purchase or lease of Turner's Falls Br. R. R. 1869, ch. 315 ; 12 S. L. 767. Corporate union with several companies. 1870, ch. 405 ; 12 S. L. 1063. Purchase of Southbridge and Palmer R. R, 1872, ch. 224 ; Acts and Res. 165. Lease of Ware River R. R.] § 2. Capital stock to be §300,000. [1867, ch. 140; 12 S. L. 242. Increase to $ 1,600,000. 1868, ch. 239; 12 S. L. 512. " " $2,000,000. " " " " " " Former issues confirmed.] 368 New London Northern Railroad Company. § 3. Subscriptions to capital stock, with time, place and mode of receiving them. § 4. Parties holding bonds in a fiduciary or representative ca- pacity may subscribe. § 5. Public notice of first meeting of stockholders. § 6. Appraisement of bonds of parties neglecting or refusing to subscribe, and deposit of value. § 7. Subscriptions after organization. § 8. New corporation, after foreclosure, to take possession of all property conveyed by the mortgage. § 9. Duties of trustees, and termination of the trust. § 10. Superior court to have jurisdiction in proceedings for foreclosure ; order of notice. § 11. May be consolidated with the New London Northern R. R. Co. of Connecticut. § 12. Act subject to amendment or repeal. 1864— (Feb. 8). Ch. 10; 11 S. L. 471, § 2. May purchase or lease the Amherst, Belchertown and Palmer R. R. § 3. May form corporate union with the said A., B. & P. R. R. Co. under name of New London Northern R. R. Co., and issue bonds for construction. §§ 4, 5. Powers of new corporation, and annual reports. (April 13). Ch. 147 ; 11 S. L. 533, § 3. Amherst Branch R. R. Co. may connect with, in Amherst. (April 30). Ch. 184 ; 11 S. L. 550, § 1. May change its lo- cation in Palmer, to be filed within one j'ear. § 2. May discontinue a part of its road near village of Three Rivers. § 3. Powers and liabilities as to new location. § 4. Land damages. 1866— (Feb. 3). Ch. 5 ; 12 S. L. 2. Time fixed for construction by 1864, ch. 10 ; 11 S. L. 471, extended one year. § 2. May file within one year new locations. (Feb. 19). Ch. 41; 12 S. L. 16, §§ 2, 4. Turner's Falls Branch R. R. Co. may enter on. § 5. T. F. Br. R. R. Co. may lease or transfer its property and franchise to. 1867— (March 16). Ch. 76 ; 12 S. L. 202, § 3. Ware River R. R. Co. and the N. L. N. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. § 7. W. R. R. R. may be leased to. JVew London Northern Railroad Company. 369 1867— (April 12). Ch. 140; 12 S. L. 242, § 1. May increase its capital stock to $1,600,000. [1868, ch. 239 ; 12 S. L. 512 ; ma}' increase to $2,000,000.] § 2. Former issues of stock confirmed. 1868— (May 25). Ch. 239 ; 12 S. L. 512, § 1. May establish a line of steamboats between New London and New York, in connection with its railroad, or subscribe to the stock of a corporation owning such a line, not exceeding $400,000. § 2. May guaranty the bonds of such corporation, or issue its own bonds for $400,000, secured by a mortgage of the railroad. [1869, ch. 315 ; 12 S. L. 767. 1872, ch. 174 ; Acts and Res. 126.] § 3. May increase its capital stock to $2,000,000. 1869— (April 17). Ch.174; 12S.L.676, §3. ' Athol and Enfield R. R. Co. and the N. L. N. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. § 7. A. & E. R. R. may be leased to. (May 10). Ch. 260 ; 12 S. L. 736, § 6. Massachusetts Cen- tral R. R. Co. and the N. L. N. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. (May 26). Ch. 315 ; 12 S. L. 767, § 1. May subscribe to the capital stock of, and subscribe for or guarantee the bonds of certain companies ; viz., the Springfield and Longmeadow R. R. Co. ; the Rockville and Springfield R. R. Co. ; a Connecticut corporation yet to be formed, connecting the N. L. N. R. R. with said Springfield and Longmeadow R. R., or with the Rockville and Springfield R. R. ; the Ware River R. R. Co. ; and the Athol and Enfield R. R. Co. § 2. Ma}' consolidate with said companies, or lease their roads, succeeding to their rights. § 3. May issue bonds to amount of $400,000, and secure the same by a mortgage, its subscriptions above authorized not to exceed in all $400,000. [1868, ch. 239 ; 12 S. L. 512. 1872, ch. 174 ; Acts and Res. 126.] 1870— (June 15). Ch. 362 ; 12 S. L. 1047, § 3. Intersection of Mas- sachusetts Central R. R. with, in Belchertown. (June 23). Ch. 405 ; 12 S. L. 1063, § 3. Southbridge and Palmer R. R. Co. and the N. L. N. R. R. Co. may enter on each other, at Palmer. § 7. S. & P. R. R. Co. may sell or lease its railroad and fran- chise to. 47 370 Swift River Railroad Company. 1871— (May 12). Ch. 289 ; Acts and Res. 637, § 2. Springfield and Athol R. R. Co. may cross at grade. (May 12). Ch. 291 ; Acts and Res. 639, § 3. "Holyoke and Belchertown R. R. Co. and the N. L. N. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. § 4. H. & B. R. R. may be leased to. 1872 — (April 5). Ch. 174 ; Acts and Res. 126. May make a second mortgage to secure bonds to an amount not exceeding $500,000, subject to a first mortgage for $300,000, here- tofore made. [1868, ch. 239 ; 12 S. L. 512. 1869, ch. 315; 12 S. L. 767.] (April 20). Ch. 224 ; Acts and Res. 165, § 1. Contract made by the S. R. R. R. Co. on Nov. 21, 1871, for the opera- tion of the road not invalidated by 1867, ch. 298 ; Acts and Res. 694, or by 1871, ch. 389 ; Acts and Res. 747 ; an existing lease between the said N. L. N. R. R. Co. and the Ware River R. R. Co. not to be affected by this act. § 2. Act subject to amendment or repeal, and company and its lessees subject to general laws. (April 27). Ch. 273; Acts and Res. 216, §§ 2, 3. Holyoke and Belchertown R. R. Co. and the N. L. N. R. R. Co. may enter on each other, in Amherst or Belchertown. See New London, Willimantic and Palmer R. R. Co. ROCKVILLE AND SPRINGFIELD RAH/ROAD COMPANY. 1869— (May 26). Ch. 315 ; 12 S. L. 767, § 1. New London North- ern R. R. Co. ma}- subscribe for the capital stock of, and subscribe for or guarantee the bonds of. § 2. N. L. N. R. R. Co. may purchase or lease said R. & S. R. R. SWIFT RIVER RAILROAD COMPANY. 1851— (May 24). Ch. 314 ; 9 S. L. 403. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from New London, Willimantic and Palmer R. R., in Palmer, to Vermont and Massachusetts R. R., in Orange or Athol. § 3. Capital stock to be $500,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. 2Tew London, Palmer and Swift River Railroad Company. 371 § 4. May enter on V. & M. R. R., in Orange or Athol. § 5. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 6. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 7. Location to be within two years, and construction within four 3 r ears. [1853, ch. 361 ; 9 S. L. 744 ; time ex- tended two years.] § 8. May form corporate union with the New London, Willi- mantic and Palmer R. R. Co., under the name of the New London, Palmer and Swift River R. R. Co. § 9. One corporation after union ; residence of officers for ser- vice of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 10. Shares liable to attachment. § 11. Part of road in this state subject to its laws. § 12. Restriction on the issue of shares. § 13. Road 'to be divided into two sections for purposes of con- struction, with conditions precedent to commencement of construction of each. [1853, ch. 361 ; 9 S. L. 744.] 1853— (May 23). Ch. 361 ; 9 S. L. 744. Time in which the corpo- rators may avail themselves of the act of incorporation extended two years. § 2. Conditions precedent to construction varied from those prescribed by 1851, ch. 314, § 13 ; 9 S. L. 403. § 3. May enter on Amherst and Belchertown R.R., in Palmer or Belchertown. See New London, Palmer and Swift River R. R. Co. NEW LONDON, PALMER AND SWIFT RIVER RAILROAD COM- PANY. [For location and capital stock, see Swift River R. R. Co. and New London, Willimantic and Palmer R. R. Co.] 1851— (May 24). Ch. 314 ; 9 S. L. 403, §§ 8-11. 'Swift River R. R. Co. and New London, Willimantic and Palmer R. R. Co. may form a corporate union, under the name of the New London, Palmer and Swift River R. R. Co., with provisions for effecting the same. See Swift River R. R. Co. New London, Willimantic and Palmer R. R. Co. >72 Athol and Enfield Railroad Company. ATHOIi AND ENFIELD KAILHOAD COMPANY. 1869— (April 17). Ch. 174 ; 12 S. L. 676. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Vermont and Massachusetts E. R., in Athol, to New London Northern R. R., in Belchertown or Palmer. [1870, ch. 296 ; 12 S. L. 1018. Town of Orange included in location. 1872, ch. 124 ; Acts and Res. 97. Extension from Belchertown to Springfield. 1873, ch. 16 ; Acts and Res. 494. Location confirmed. • 1873, ch. 248 ; Acts and Res. 682. Extension to Connecticut River.] § 3. May enter on the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. and the New London Northern R. R., with reciprocal right in those companies. § 4. Capital stock not to be less than $500,000, nor more than §700,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. [1873, ch. 16; Acts and Res. 494; may be increased to 81,000,000.] § 5. Towns of Athol, New Salem, Petersham, Dana, Prescott, Greenwich, Enfield, Belchertown and Palmer ma}' sub- scribe for the stock of, to a limited amount, upon condi- tions prescribed, and may raise money by loan or tax therefor. § 6. Representation of the towns subscribing at corporate meetings. § 7. May lease its road to the New London Northern R. R. Co., or to the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. Co. § 8. Location to be within three 3'ears, and construction within five years. [1872, ch. 123 ; Acts and Res. 96 ; time extended two years.] (May 26). Ch. 315 ; 12 S. L. 767, § 1. New London North- ern R. R. Co. may subscribe to the capital stock and bonds, or guarantee the bonds of the A. & E. R. R. Co. and other companies. § 2. N. L. N. R. R. Co. may purchase, consolidate with, or lease the A. & E. R. R. and other roads. § 3. Subscriptions by said N. L. N. R. R. Co., as above au- thorized, not to exceed 8400,000. (June 12). Ch. 404; 12 S. L. 823. May issue bonds to amount of $300,000, and mortgage its railroad, property and franchise. Atliol and Enfield Railroad Company. 373 1870— (May 28). Ch. 296; 12 S. L. 1018. Town of Orange in- cluded in location, amending 1869, ch. 174, § 2 ; 12 S. L. 676. 1871— (May 12). Ch. 289 ; Acts and Ees. 637, § 3. May enter on the Springfield and Athol R. R., with reciprocal right in said S. & A. R. R. Co. § 5. S. & A. R. R. Co. may lease its road, property and fran- chise to. § 6. May form.- corporate union with the S. & A. R. R. Co., under the name of the S. & A. R. R. Co. 1872— (March 20). Ch. 123 ; Acts and Res. 96. Time for location and construction extended two years. (March 20). Ch. 124; Acts and Res. 97, § 1. May extend from its terminus at Barrett's station, in Belchertown, through said town and Ludlow and Wilbraham, to the Boston and Albany R. R., or the Connecticut River R. R., in Springfield. [1873, ch. 16 ; Acts and Res. 494. 1873, ch. 248 ; Acts and Res. 682.] • § 2. May enter on the B. & A. R. R. and the C. R. R. R. with reciprocal right in those companies. § 3. May cross railroads according to agreements, with a re- striction as to crossing the B. & A. R. R. § 4. Location of said extension to be within one 3 r ear, and con- struction within two years. (April 24). Ch. 254 ; Acts and Res. 186, § 1. City of Spring- field may subscribe for the capital stock of the A. & E. R. R. Co. to the amount of $300,000, and raise money therefor by loan or tax, on certain conditions. [1873, ch. 16 ; Acts and Res. 494.] § 3. Subscription to be authorized by a meeting of legal voters. § 4. Subscription, if voted, to be made by the mayor. § 5. Representation of the city at corporate meetings. 1873— (Feb. 6). Ch. 16 ; Acts and Res. 494, § 1. Name changed to the Springfield, Athol and Northeastern R. R. Co. §§ 2, 3. Confirming location, and increasing capital stock, not exceeding $1,000,000. See Springfield, Atliol and Northeastern R. R. Co. 374 Springfield and Athol Railroad Company. SPRINGFIELD, ATHOL AND NORTHEASTERN RAILROAD COM- PANY. [Location and capital stock ; see Athol and Enfield R. R. Co.] 1873— (Feb. 6). Ch. 16; Acts and Res. 494, § 1. Name changed from the Athol and Enfield R. R. Co. § 2. Location in Palmer, Ludlow, Belchertown and Springfield, as located and in process of construction, legalized. [1873, ch. 248 ; Acts and Res. 682 ; extension to Con- necticut River."! § 3. May increase capital stock by a two-thirds vote of the directors to $1,000,000; all past acts of the city of Springfield and of said company to have the same effect as if such increase had been authorized by 1872, ch. 124 ; Acts and Res. 97. (April 30). Ch. 248; Acts and Res. 682, § 1. May extend to the Connecticut River, in Chicopee. § 2. Location of extension to be within one year, and construc- tion within two years. § 3. May issue bonds to the amount of $300,000, and secure the same by a mortgage of that part of the road located and constructed under 1872, ch. 124 ; Acts and Res. 97. See Athol and Enfield E. R. Co. SPRINGFIELD AND ATHOL RAILROAD COMPANY. 1871— (May 12). Ch. 289 ; Acts and Res. 637. Original charter. • § 1. . Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Connecticut River R. R., at Chicopee Falls, to Athol and Enfield R. R., in Belchertown or Palmer, crossing New London Northern R. R., at grade, and connecting therewith near Barrett's station. § 3. May enter on Connecticut River R. R. and Athol and Enfield R. R., with a reciprocal sight in said companies. § 4. Capital stock not to be less than $200,000, nor more than $400,000. § 5. May lease its road to the said C. R. R. R. Co. or to the A. & E. R. R. Co. § 6. May form a corporate union with the A. & E. R. R. Co., under the name of the S. & A. R. R. Co., in manner prescribed. § 7. Location and construction to be within two years. Amherst Branch Railroad Company. 375 AMHERST BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1848— (April 10). Ch. 102 ; 8 S. L. 897. Original charter. § 1'. Grants corporate powers. [1864, ch. 147 ; 11 S. L. 533.] § 2. Capital stock not to exceed $250,000. § 3. Location from Amherst to the Connecticut River, in North- ampton or Hatfield, with the right to maintain a bridge across the river between limits denned. § 4. Ma}- enter on the Connecticut River R. R., in Northampton or Hatfield. § 5. Organization and locatipn to be by Dec. 31, 1849, and construction and opening for use within eighteen months thereafter. § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. May form a corporate union with the Connecticut River R. R. Co., under the latter name. 1864— (April 13). Ch. 147 ; 11 S. L. 533, § 1. Revives in part § 1, 1848, ch. 102 ; 8 S. L. 897, adding new corporators, and granting corporate powers. § 2. Capital stock to be $200,000. [1870, ch. 70 ; f 12 S. L. 906 ; increase of $100,000.] § 3. Location from New London Northern R. R., in Amherst, to Connecticut River R. R., between station in North- ampton and Cutter's crossing, in Hatfield. [1870, ch. 70 ; 12 S. L. 906, § 2 ; change authorized.] § 4. May cross the Connecticut River R. R. and connect with the New Haven and Northampton R. R. on its station grounds in Northampton, with a proviso. § 5. Location to be by June 1, 1866, and construction within two years thereafter. [1866, ch. 230 ; 12 S. L. 124. Time extended three years. 1869, ch. 163 ; 12 S. L. 671, Time extended to June 1, 1872.] 1866— (May 10). Ch. 230; 12 S. L. 124. Time for location and • construction under 1864, ch. 147; 11 S. L. 533, ex- tended three years. 1869— (April 13). Ch. 163 ; 12 S. L. 671. Time for location and construction extended to June 1, 1872. 1870— (March 11). Ch. 70; 12 S. L. 906, § 1. May increase cap- ital stock by $100,000, in addition to that authorized by 1864, ch. 147, § 2 ; 11 S. L. 533. 376 Northampton and Springfield Railroad Corporation. § 2. May construct the road wholly in Amherst, Hadley and Northampton, with a restriction as to Hadley meadows. § 3. Towns of Amherst, Hadley, Hatfield and Northampton may subscribe to the capital stock to a limited amount, upon a two-thirds vote, and raise money therefor by loan or tax. § 4. Representation of said towns at corporate meetings. § 5. May adopt as its corporate name the Northampton and Amherst R. R. Go. See Northampton and Amherst i£. R. Co. NORTHAMPTON AND AMHERST RAILROAD COMPANY. 1870— (March 11). Ch. 70 ; 12 S. L. 906, § 5. Amherst Branch R. R. Co. authorized to adopt the name of the North- ampton and Amherst R. R. Co. See Amherst Branch R. R. Co. NORTHAMPTON AND SPRINGFIELD RAILROAD CORPORATION, 1842— (March 1). Ch. 41 ; 8 S. L. 249. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with location from Northampton to Western R. R., in Springfield. [1844, ch. 34 ; 8 S. L. 325 ; connection at Springfield with the Hartford and Springfield R. R. and the Western R. R. 1845, ch. 170 ; 8 S. L. 476 ; branch from Cabotville to Chico- pee Falls village.] § 2. Capital stock not to exceed $400,000. [1844, ch, 34 ; 8 S. L. 325 ; increase of $100,000] ; may hold real and personal estate. § 3. May enter on the Western R. R. or the Hartford and Springfield R. R., in Springfield. § 4. May erect, in connection with a railroad bridge across the Connecticut River, one for the common use of passen- . gers and travellers, with a provision as to fares. § 5. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 6. Organization and location to be within two years, and construction within three years, but another company may be incorporated, if stock is not taken within one year, thereby making this charter void. [1844, ch. 34 ; 8 S. L. 325; § 2 ; time extended. 1845, ch. 170 ; 8 S. L. 476 ; time for location extended to July 1, 1845.] Northampton and Springfield Railroad Corporation. 377 1844— (Feb. 23). Ch. 34 ; 8 S. L. 325, § 1. Connection with the Hartford and Springfield R. R. or the Western R. R., in Springfield, authorized. § 2. Time for construction extended to March 1, 1846, and time for location, and subscription to March 1, 1845, with further provision as to the effect of failure to file part of location within nine months, and construct within fifteen months, and open for use by Oct. 1, 1845. § 3. May increase capital stock by $100,000. § 4. Reservation of authority to unite the tracks of other roads with. 1845— (Jan. 25). Ch. 8 ; 8 S. L. 407, § 5. Greenfield and North- ampton R. R. Co. may enter on, in Northampton, with a restriction. § 8. G. & N. R. R. Co. and the N. & S. R. R. Cor. may form a corporate union under the name of the Connecticut River R. R. Co., in mode prescribed. (Feb. 1). Ch. 29 ; 8 S.L. 413, § 6. Hampshire and Franklin R. R. Co. may enter on, in Hockanum village, or Holyoke, in Hadley, with a restriction. (March 21). Ch. 170; 8 S. L. 476, § 1. May construct a branch from its main road in village of Cabotville to Chicopee Falls village, the location of a part to be filed in one year, and of the rest in five years. [Springfield* v. Connecticut River R. R. Co., 4 Cushing R. 63.] § 2. May construct and open for use the road as defined from Northampton to Willimansett. § 3. Powers and liabilities as to said road and branch. § 4. May construct a bridge across the Connecticut River at Willimansett Falls, and across the canal, with provision for compensation to the proprietors of the canal. § 5. Time for location from Northampton to Springfield ex- tended to July 1, 1845. § 6. May divert the course of Mill River, in Northampton, to a certain extent. See Connecticut River R. R. Co. 48 378 Greenfield and Northampton Railroad Company. GREENFIELD AND NORTHAMPTON RAILROAD COMPANY. 1845— (Jan. 25). Ch. 8 ; . 8 S. L. 407. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Northampton and Springfield R. R., in Northampton, to Greenfield. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $500,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. § 5. May enter on the N. & S. R. R., in Northampton. § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 8. May form corporate union with the N. & S. R. R. Cor., under the name of the Connecticut River R. R. Co., in • manner prescribed. See Connecticut River R. R. Co. CONNECTICUT RIVER RAILROAD COMPANY. 1845— (Jan. 25). Ch. 8 ; 8 S. L. 407, § 8. Authorizes a corporate union of the Greenfield and Northampton R. R. Co. with the Northampton and Springfield R. R. Cor., under above name of C. R. R. R. Co. [Location, see above-named companies. • 1846, ch. 262; 8 S. L. 672. Branch railroad connecting with the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. 1846, ch. 265 ; 8 S. L. 674. Extension to north line of the state. 1848, ch. 102 ; 8 S. L. 897. Corporate union with the Amherst Branch R. R. Co. 1848, ch. 137 ; 8 S. L. 913. Change between Willimansett bridge and the dam. 1850, ch. 238 ; 9 S. L. 222. Junction with Ashuelot R. R. 1856, ch. 180 ; 10 S. L. 552. In Northampton, in connection with Hampshire and Hampden R. R. Cor. 1866, ch. 41 ; 12 S. L. 16. Purchase of Turner's Falls Br. R. R. 1866, ch. 141 ; 12 S. L. 60. Branch railroads in Holyoke. 1867, ch. 297; 12 S. L. 327, and 1872, ch. 122; Acts and Res. 96. Permanent right of war over Vt. and Mass. R. R., in Vermont. 1869, ch. 298 ; 12 S. L. 764. Change of location in Holyoke. 1872, ch. 128 ; Acts and Res. 99. Purchase of Mt. Tom and Easthampton R. R.] [Capital stock, see Greenfield and Northampton R. R. Co. and Northampton and Springfield R. R. Cor. Additions to capital stock. 1846, ch. 265; 8 S. L. 674. $500,000. 1849, ch. 247; 9 S. L. 121. $250,000. 1850, ch. 170; 9 S. L. 183. §460,000 preferred stock. 1866, ch. 141 ; 12 S. L. 60. #100,000. 1867, ch. 297 ; 12 S. L. 327. * $300,000. Connecticut River Railroad Company. 379 1869, ch. 298; 12 S. L. 764. §100,000 for certain purposes. 1872, ch. 128 ; Acts and Res. 99. $120,000 for purchase of Mount Tom and Easthampton R. R.] 1846— (March 27). Ch. 162 ; 8 S. L. 617, § 6. Mount Holyoke R. R. Co. may enter on, at Willimansett, in Springfield. (April 16). Ch. 262 ; 8 S. L. 672, § 6. Vermont and Massa- chusetts R. R. Co. and the C. R. R. R. Co. may connect by a branch railroad from Montague to South Deerfield, crossing the Connecticut river by a bridge. (April 16). Ch. 265 ; 8 S. L. 674, § 1. May extend its road from its terminus, in Greenfield, to north line of state, west of Connecticut River, in Bernardston or Northfield, § 2. May connect at state line with a Vermont railroad, or with the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R., between the state line and its crossing of the river, with the right to enter on said V. & M. R. R. § 3. May increase capital stock by $500,000. § 4. Time for location to be within two years, and for com- pletion within three years after the end of the session of the legislature ; act to be void if the V. & M. R. R. Co. take possession of the line under its charter. 1847— (April 14). Ch. 184; 8 S. L. 771. Time for location to Greenfield extended to May 1, 1847. 1848— (April 10). Ch. 102 ; 8 S. L. 897, § 4. Amherst Branch R.' R. Co. ma} r enter on, in Northampton or Hatfield. § 7. A. Br. R. R. Co. and the C. R. R. R. Co. may form a cor- porate union under the latter name. (April 21). Ch. 137 ; 8 S. L. 913, § 1. May change location between the railroad bridge at Willimansett and the dam. § 2. New location to be within one year. (April 28). Ch. 222; 8 S. L. 949, § 7. Hadley Falls Co. not to injure the works of; disputes to be settled by agreement. (April 29). Ch. 233 ; 8 S. L. 958, § 3. Suit by Springfield against, may be prosecuted by Chicopee. (May 8). Ch. 268 ; 8 S. L. 975, § 4. Greenfield and Fitch- burg R. R. Co. ma}' enter on, in Greenfield or Deerfield. (May 10). Ch. 307 ; 8 S. L. 100?, § 3. Troy and Greenfield R. R. Co. may enter on, in Greenfield. 380 Connecticut River Railroad Company. 1849— (May 2). Ch. 247; 9 S. L. 121. May increase capital stock by $250,000 ; restriction on the issue of shares. 1850— (April 8). Ch. 170; 9 S. L. 183. May issue $460,000 of preferred stock, shares not to be sold for less than par. (April 26). Ch. 238 ; 9 S. L. 222, § 1. May take a lease of the Ashuelot R. R., belonging to a New Hampshire cor- poration. § 2. Ma}- cross at grade the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R., in Northfield, to form a junction with said A. R. R., pay- ing expense of crossing, filing map of location and con- structing the road in one year. 1852— (May 22). Ch. 315; 9 S. L. 561, § 2. Northampton and Westfield R. R. Cor. maj- enter on. 1856— (May 24). Ch. 180*; 10 S. L. 552. Act concerning location of branch of Hampshire and Hampden R. R. Cor. across the C. R. R. R., in Northampton, tracks uniting freight and passenger houses, a new passenger house for the two companies, remedy in case of disagreement as to removal of buildings and tracks, owning of land in com- mon or severalty, and amounts to be paid. [1857, ch. 239 ; 10 S. L. 742.] 1857— (May 19). Ch. 195 ; 10 S. L. 713, § 2. Not liable for injuries by fire to the Holyoke and Willimansett bridge. (May 27). Ch. 239 ; 10 S. L. 742, § 1. Mode of connection between the Hampshire and Hampden R. R. and the C. R. R. R. under 1856, ch. 180 ; 10 S. L. 552, to be de- termined by commissioners. § 2. H. & H. R. R. Cor. may extend its road to connect with, as determined b}* the commissioners. 1859— (April 6). Ch. 242; 10 S. L. 922, § 1. Rates and facilities of transportation of merchandise, passengers and cars destined to, or received from, the Hampshire and Hamp- den R. R., with like facilities to be furnished by the H. & H. R. R. Cor. to the C. R. R. R. Co. § 2. Penalties for violation of act. 1863— (March 7). Ch. 69 ; 11 S. L. 362, § 1. Northampton and Shelburne Falls R. R. Co. may connect with, in, North- ampton. Connecticut River Railroad Company. 381 § 2. C. R. R. R. Co. required to maintain switches, and allow the N. & S. F. R. R. Co. to pass over its railroad and connect with the New Haven and Northampton R. R. § 3. Remedy in case of refusal or neglect to comply with act. 1864— (March 5). Ch. 81 ; 11 S. L. 500, § 3. Springfield and Long- meadow R. R. Cor. may connect with, in Springfield. (April 13). Ch. 147 ; 11 S. L. 533, §§ 3,4. Amherst Branch R. R. Co. may cross. 1865— (March 29). Ch. 112 ; 11 S. L. 653. New Haven and North- ampton Co. may connect with, in Northampton, and the C. R. R. R. Co. shall maintain a switch therefor. 1866— (Feb. 19). Ch. 41 ; 12 S. L. 16,- § 4. Turner's Falls Branch R. R. Co. may enter on. § 5. T. F. Br. R. R. Co. may lease or transfer its property and franchise to. (March 8). Ch. 66 ; 12 S. L. 25, § 1. New Haven and North- ampton Co. not to cover lands more than fifty feet in width westerly of land of. (April 12). Ch. 141 ; 12 S. L\ 60, § 1. May construct branch railroads, in Holyoke, to manufacturing and mechanical establishments, not more than one mile distant. § 2. May erect, in connection with its railroad bridge across the Connecticut River, at Willimansett, a walk for foot passengers, and receive tolls. § 3. May increase its capital stock by $100,000. 1867— (May 31). Ch. 297; 12 S. L. 327, § 1. May contract for a permanent right of way over the Vermont and Massa- chusetts R. R., in Vermont. [1872, ch. 122; Acts and Res. 96.] § 2. May subscribe for a limited amount of the stock, or guar- antee the bonds of any connecting railroad company extending its line through Vermont and New Hamp- shire, upon a certain vote of stockholders, with a pro- viso as to the contract for a permanent right of way. § 3. May increase its capital stock by $300,000. 1869— (May 10). Ch. 260; 12 S. L. 736, § 6. Massachusetts Cen- tral R. R. Co. and the said C. R. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. 382 Connecticut River Railroad Company. 1869— (May 22). Ch. 298 ; 12 S. L. 764, § 1. May change location, in Holyoke, by removing the same from the Connecticut River, the location to be filed within one year. § 2. Powers and liabilities as to new location. § 3. Increase of capital stock by $100,000 for above purpose and raising grade. (June 12). Ch. 379 ; 12 S. L. 804, § 3. Holyoke and West- field R. R. Co. may enter on. § 4. H. & W. R. R. Co. may lease its road to a connecting company. 1870— (May 27). Ch. 282 ; 12 S. L. 1006, § 1. Commissioners of Hampden and Hampshire counties may contract with, for use of part of bridge across the Connecticut River, between Holyoke and Hadley, with provisos. [1870, ch. 182 ; 12 S. L. 958. 1870, eh. 381 ; 12 S. L. 1056.] § 2. C. R. R. R. Co., or other railroad companies, may con- tract for said purposes. 1871— (May 4). Ch. 234 ; Acts and Res. 590, § 3. Mount Tom and Easthampton R. B.. Co. and the said C. R. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. § 5. Said Mt. T. & E. R. R. Co. may lease its road to C. R. R. R. Co. (May 12). Ch. 289 ; Acts and Res. 637, § 3. Sprjngfield and Athol R. R. Co. and the C. R. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. § 5. Said S. & A. R. R. Co. may lease road and franchise to C. R, R. R. Co. (May 12). Ch. 291 ; Acts and Res. 639, § 3. Holyoke and Belchertown R. R. Co. and the C. R. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. § 4. H. & B. R. R. Co. may lease road and franchise to C. R. R. R. Co. 1872— (March 20).. Ch. 122 ; Acts and Res. 96. May contract with the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. Co., or the lessees of a part thereof, or with any connecting company in Vermont, for a lease of, or right of way upon, the part lying in Vermont. [1867, ch. 297, § 1 ; 12 S. L. 327.] Mount Tom and Easthampton Railroad Company. 383 1872— (March 20). Ch. 124 ; Acts and Res. 97, § 2. Athol and En- field R. R. Co. and the C. R. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. (March 23). Ch. 128 ; Acts and Res. 99, § 1. May purchase the railroad, franchise and property of the Mount Tom and Easthampton R. R. Co. § 2. May increase capital stock therefor by $120,000. (April 27). Ch. 273 ; Acts and Res. 216, § 1. Holyoke and Belchertown R.'R. Co. may cross at grade. § 3. H. & B. R. R. Co. and the C. R. R. R. Co. may enter on each other ; corporate union of the two companies au- thorized. See Greenfield and Northampton R. R. Co. Northampton and Springfield R. R. Cor. MOUNT TOM AND EASTHAMPTON RAILROAD COMPANY. 1871 — (May 4). Ch. 234 ; Acts and Res. 590. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Mount Tom station, in Northampton or Easthampton, to westerly part of Easthampton, with restrictions as to crossing road of New Haven and Northampton Co., and authority to locate and construct branch tracks to manufacturing and mechanical estab- lishments within distance of one mile. § 3. May enter on roads of said N. H. & N. Co. and Connecti- cut River R. R. Co., subject to reciprocal right in those companies, § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $100,000, nor to be less than $40,000. § 5. May lease the road to a connecting company. § 6. Location to be within two years, and construction within three years. 1872— (March 23). ' Ch. 128 ; Acts and Res. 99. Connecticut River R. R. Co. may purchase the railroad, franchise and property of. § 2. Said C. R. R. R. Co. maj' increase its stock therefor to amount of original cost, not exceeding $120,000. See Connecticut River R. R. Co. 384 Hartford and Springfield Railroad Company. ASHUELOT RAILROAD COMPANY. (A NEW HAMPSHIRE CORPORATION.) , 1850— (April 26). Ch. 238 ; 9 S. L. 222. Connecticut River R. R. Co. may contract with ; existing contracts between said companies sanctioned. See Connecticut River R. R. Co. HARTFORD AND SPRINGFIELD RAILROAD COMPANY. 1839— (April 5). Ch. 101 ; 8 S. L. 116. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers; location from Springfield to north line of Connecticut, to connect with a railroad therefrom to Hartford, authorized by said state. § 2. Capital stock not to exceed $300,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 3. May unite its track with the Western R. R., near the Connecticut River, and cross the W. R. R. in a certain manner. § 4. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 5. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 6. Organization and location to be within two years, and construction within three years. [1841, # ch. 72; 8 S. L. 208. Time for organization extended to April 5, 1843, and for construction to April 5, 1844. 1844, ch. 28; 8 S. L. 321. Time for location extended to April 5, 1845, and for construction to April 5, 1846.] § 7. May form corporate union with a Connecticut corporation of the same name, with a capital not exceeding their joint capital. § 8. One corporation after such union ; residence of officers in this state for service of process, with liability to juris- diction. § 9. Shares liable to attachment. § 10. Separate accounts as to part of road in each state, to be adjusted by commissioners. §11. Subject, as to part of united road in this state, to its laws. § 12. §§ 7, 8, 9, 10, to take effect upon similar legislation in Connecticut, and acceptance by the two corporations. 1841— (March 13). Ch. 72 ; 8 S. L. 208. Time for organization ex- tended to April 5, 1843, and for construction to April 5, 1844. Hartford and Springfield Railroad Corporation. 385 1842— (March 1). Ch. 41 ; 8 S. L. 249, § 3. Northampton and Springfield R. R. Cor. may unite its track with, in Springfield, in a certain manner. 1844— (Feb. 23). Ch. 28 ; 8 S. L. 321, § 1. Time for location ex- tended to April 5, 1845, and for construction to April 5, 1846 ; this provision not to apply to part between the Western R. R. and Chicopee River. § 2. May form a corporate union with the Hartford and New Haven R. R. Co., of Connecticut, under the name of the New Haven and Springfield R. R. Co., with a capital stock not exceeding their joint capital. [1845, ch. 42 ; 8 S. L. 420 ; name of new corporation changed to the New Haven, Hartford and Springfield R. R. Co. 1847, ch. 244 ; 8 S. L. 809 ; name of new corporation changed to the Hartford and New Haven R. R. Co.] § 3. One corporation after such union ; residence of officers for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 4. Shares liable to attachment. § 5. Separate accounts, as to part of road in each state, to be adjusted by commissioners. § 6. Subject as to part of united road in this state to its laws. [1847, ch. 244 ; 8 S. L. 809.] § 7. §§ 2, 3, 4, 5, to take effect upon similar legislation in Connecticut, and acceptance by the two corporations. (Feb. 23). Ch. 34 ; 8 S. L. 325, § 1. Northampton and Springfield R. R. Cor. may connect with, at Springfield, in manner provided. 1845— (Feb. 12). Ch. 42 ; 8 S. L. 420. Name of the corporation created by the corporate union authorized by 1844, ch. 28 ; 8 S. L. 321, to be the New Haven, Hartford and Springfield R. R. Co. [1847, ch. 244 ; 8 S. L. 809.] (March 21). Ch. 170; 8 S. L. 476, § 5. Junction of, with the Northampton and Springfield R. R., in Springfield. 1847— (April 23). Ch. 244 ; 8 S. L. 809, § 1. Name of the corpo- ration created by the corporate union, authorized by 1844, ch. 28 ; 8 S. L. 321, to be the Hartford and New Haven R. R. Co. § 2. Said corporation as to part of road in this state to be sub- ject to its laws. See Hartford and New Haven R. R. Co. New York, New Haven and Hartford R. R. Co. 49 386 Hartford and JVew Haven Railroad Company. NEW HAVEN", HARTFORD AND SPRINGFIELD RAILROAD COMPANY. 1845— (Feb. 12). Ch. 42 ; 8 S. L. 420. Name of the consolidated company authorized by 1844, ch. 28 ; 8 S. L. 321, and to be formed by a union of the Hartford and Springfield R. R. Co. with the Hartford and New Haven R. R. Co. of Connecticut, under the name of the New Haven and Springfield R. R. Co. changed to the N. H. H. & S. R. R. Co. 1847— (April 23). Ch. 244; 8 S. L. 809. Name of said consol- idated company changed to the Hartford and New Haven R. R. Co. See Hartford and New Haven R. R. Co. HARTFORD AND NEW HAVEN RAILROAD COMPANY. [For location, see Hartford and Springfield R. R. Cor. 1872, ch. 127 ; Acts and Res. 99. Certain land of, in Springfield may be taken by the Springfield and Farmington Valley R. R. Co. 1872, ch. 171 ; Acts and Res. 124. Corporate union with the New York and New Haven R. R. Co.] [For capital stock, see Hartford and Springfield R. R. Cor. 1844, ch. 28;, 8 S. L. 321. May equal the capital of the two companies united. 1852, ch. 87 ; 9 S. L. 448. Increase by $650,000.] 1844— (Feb. 23). Ch. 28 ; 8 S. L. 321, §§ 2-7. Corporate union of the Hartford and Springfield R. R. Cor. and of the Hartford and New Haven R. R. Co., the latter a Con- necticut corporation, under the name of the New Haven and Springfield R. R. Co., authorized, with provisions for effecting the same, the capital not to exceed the joint capital of the two companies. 1845— (Feb. 12). Ch. 42 ; 8 S. L. 420, § 1. Name changed from the New Haven and Springfield R. R. Co. to the New Haven, Hartford and Springfield R. R. Co. 1847— (April 23). Ch. 244 ; 8 S. L. 809, § 1. Name changed to the Hartford and New Haven R. R. Co. § 2. United corporation as to part of the road in this state, subject to its laws. Hartford and New Haven Railroad Company. 387 1852— (March 31). Ch. 87 ; 9 S. L. 448, § 1. May increase capital stock by $650,000 ; may form a corporate union with other companies owning branches of its road or connect- ing lines outside of the state, when authorized by the legislature of Connecticut, excepting with the New Haven and Northampton Co., known as Canal R. R., subject to the laws of this state. [Provisions as to such corporate union repealed by 1868, ch. 355 ; 12 S. L. 582.] § 2. Additional shares, how disposed of. 1859— (April 6). Ch. 242 ; 10 S. L. 922. Hampshire and Hampden R. R. Cor. shall have from the Connecticut River R. R. Co. and the Western R. R. Cor. the same facilities of transportation as are furnished to the H. & N. H. R. R. Co., and shall furnish the same to the C. R. R. R. Co. and the Western R. R. Cor. 1864— (March 5). Ch. 81 ; 11 S. L. 500, § 3. Springfield and Long- meadow R. R. Cor. may connect with, and enter on, in Springfield. 1868— (June 12). Ch, 355; 12 S. L. 582. Repeals so much of 1852, ch. 87 ; 9 S. L. 448, as authorizes a corporate union with companies outside of the state. 1869— (March 10). Ch. 69 ; 12 S. L. 628, § 1. Location of Spring- field and Farmington Valley R. R. as related to. 1872— (March 23). Ch. 127; Acts and Res. 99, § 2. Springfield and Farmington Valley R. R. Co. not to take land of, in Springfield, north of State street. (April 5). Ch. 171 ; Acts and Res. 124, §§ 1, 3. May merge into, and form a corporate union with the New York and New Haven R. R. Co., under name of New York, New Haven and Hartford R, R. Co. § 2. Conditions of union agreed upon by the directors to be approved by the stockholders of both corporations ; capi- tal stock not to exceed the present capital of the two companies. § 3. Powers of new corporation. § 4. Liens, debts, contracts and liabilities of the two companies binding on the consolidated company. 388 New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad Company. § 5. New company to be subject to the charter of the corpora- tion into which the merger is made, with a proviso. § 6. Equal facilities of transportation to be furnished to con- necting railroads. § 7. Part of united road in this state to be subject to its laws. § 8. Section 11 of the charter of the New York and New Haven R. R. Co. to remain in force as to the present N. Y. & N. H. R. R. ; and as to said section, the present Hartford and New Haven R. R. to be deemed a connect- ing road. § 9. Act subject to amendment or repeal. See New York, New Haven and Hartford R. R. Co. NEW YORK, NEW HAVEN AND HARTEORD RAILROAD COMPANY. [For location and capital stock, see Hartford and New Haven R. R. Co.] 1872— (April 5). Ch. 171 ; Acts and Res. 124, §§ 1-10. Authorizes a corporation to be formed by the consolidation of the Hartford and New Haven R. R. Co. and the New York and New Haven R. R. Co., of Connecticut, under the name of the N. Y., N. H. & H. R. R. Co., with mode of effecting union, and the duties and liabilities of the con- solidated corporation defined. See Hartford and New Haven R. R. Co. NEW YORK AND NEW HAVEN RAILROAD COMPANY. (A CONNECTICUT CORPORATION.) 1872 — (April 5). Ch. 171 ; Acts and Res. 124. Authorizes a cor- porate union of, with the Hartford and New Haven R. R. Co. under the name of the New York, New Haven and Hartford R. R. Co. See Hartford and New Haven R. R. Co. New York, New Haven and Hartford R. R. Co. Springfield and Loiigmeadow Railroad Corporation. 389 INDIAN ORCHARD RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1849— (May 1). Ch. 189 ; 9 S. L. 81. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Capital stock not to exceed $50,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 3. Location from land of Indian Orchard Canal Co., on southerly side of Chicopee River, in Springfield, to the Western R. R., in Springfield. § 4. May enter on Western R. R. § 5. Organization and location to be within one year, and com- pletion within two years. [1850, ch. 130 ; 9 S. L. 164 ; time extended one year.] § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. Indian Orchard Canal Co. may subscribe to the capital stock of, or take lease of. § 8. May transfer property and franchise to the Western R. R. Cor., retaining its corporate organization and remaining subject to its duties. 1850— (April 2). Ch. 130; 9 S. L. 164. Time for organization, location and construction extended one year. See Western B. R. Cor. SPRINGFIELD AND LONGMEADOW RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1849— (May 2). Ch. 232 ; 9 S. L. 113. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Western R. R., in Springfield, to the line of the state in Longmeadow. [1865, ch. 137 ; 11 S. L. 666 ; or to said line in Wilbraham. 1869, ch. 70 ; 12 S. L. 629 ; from any point in Springfield to Longmeadow or Wilbraham.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $150,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. [1865, ch. 137 ; 11 S. L. 666 ; capital stock not to be less than $150,000, nor more than $300,000.] § 4. May enter on Western R. R., in Springfield. § 5. Organization and location to be within one year, and con- struction within two years. [1864, ch. 81; 11 S. L. 500. Time for organization extended to March 5, 1866, for location to May 1, 1866, and for construction to May 1, 1867. 1866, ch. 143 ; 12 S. L. 62. Time extended three years from last dates named. 1872, ch. 74; Acts and Res. 58. Time extended to March 10, 1874.] 390 Springfield and Longmeadow Railroad Corporation. § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. 1864— (March 5). Ch. 81 ; 11 S. L. 500, § 1. Revives 1849, ch. 232 ; 9 S. L. 113, and extends time for organization to March 5, 1866. § 2. Time for location extended to May 1, 1866, and for con- struction to May 1, 1867. § 3. May connect with, and enter on the Hartford and New Haven R. R. and the Connecticut River R. R., in Springfield. § 4. May establish a station near the United States armory, in Springfield, and construct railroad across State street, in said city. [Section repealed by 1869, ch. 70, § 3 ; 12 S. L. 629.] § 5. Restriction as to issue of shares. 1865— (April 8). Ch. 137; 11 S. L. 666, § 1. Location at south line of state may be in Longmeadow or Wilbraham. [1869, ch. 70 ; 12 S. L. 629.] § 2. Capital stock not to be less than $150,000, nor more than $300,000. 1866— (April 12). Ch. 143; 12 S. L. 62. Time for location and construction extended three years from time fixed in 1864, ch. 81 ; 11 S. L. 500. 1869— (March 10). Ch. 70; 12 S. L. 629, § 1. Amending § 2 of 1849, ch. 232 ; 9 S. L. 113, and authorizing location from any convenient point in Springfield to south line of state, in Longmeadow or Wilbraham. § 2. Time for location and construction extended three years. § 3. Repeals § 4 of 1864, ch. 81 ; 11 S. L. 500, as to station near the United States armory. § 4. City of Springfield may subscribe for stock in, loan credit to, and guarantee the bonds of, to a limited extent, and raise inone}' therefor by loan or tax, upon a vote of legal voters. [1869, ch. 316 ; 12 S. L. 768.] § 5. Representation of the city as a stockholder at corporate meetings. § 6. May contract with connecting companies for running and operating their roads, or for hiring of its own, on certain conditions. Springfield and New London Railroad Company. 391 1869— (May 26). Ch. 315 ; 12 S. L. 767, § 1. New London North- ern R. R. Co. may subscribe to the stock of. § 2. N. L. N. R. R. Co. ma} r purchase, consolidate with or lease. (May 26). Ch. 316 ; 12 S. L. 768, § 1. May form corporate union with a connecting company of Connecticut, uniting with its road at the southern line of the Commonwealth, on certain conditions. § 2. New company to be called the Springfield and New Lon- don R. R. Co., with same powers and liabilities ; res- idence of officers in this state for service of process, with liability to its jurisdiction. § 3. Annual reports to the legislature.. § 4. City of Springfield may subscribe for stock of consolidated company, loan its credit to, guarantee bonds and stock of, in the same manner as in the case of the Springfield and Longmeadow R. R. Co. [1869, ch. 70, § 4 ; 12 S. L. 629.] 1872 — (March 8). Ch. 74; Acts and Res. 58. Time for location and construction extended to March 10, 1874. See Springfield and New London R. R. Co. SPRINGFIELD AND NEW LONDON RAILROAD COMPANY. 1869— (May 26). Ch. 316 ; 12 S. L. 768. Authorizes formation of, by the corporate union of the Springfield and Long- meadow R. R. Co., with a connecting company of Con necticut. See Springfield and Longmeadow R. R. Cor. SPRINGFIELD AND FARMINGTON VALLEY RAILROAD COMPANY. 1856— (May 16). Ch. 168 ; 10 S. L. 549. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from line of Connecticut, near Rising's Notch in Southwick, at the terminus of the Farmington Valley R. R. Co., a Connecticut corporation, to the Western R. R. in Springfield, or West Springfield, with power to enter on the Western R. R., and to contract to lay down rails 392 Springfield and Farmington Valley Railroad Company. on the "W. R. R. within defined limits, and to use the bridge of the W. R. R. [New location authorized by 1869, ch. 69 ; 12 S. L. 628, and 1872, ch. 127 ; Acts and Res. 99.] "§ 3. Capital stock not to exceed $300,000. § -4. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 5. Location to be within two years, and construction within three years. [Time extended. « 1^9, ch. 20 ; 10 S. L. 847. Two years. lUl, ch. 29; 11 S. L. 136. Three years. 1864, ch. 107 ; 11 S. L. 516. Three years. 1867, ch. 53; 12 S. L. 186: To May 1, 1870. 1869, ch. 69; 12 S. L. 628. Three years. 1872, ch. 127 ; Acts and Res. 99. Three years.] § 6. May contract with connecting companies for operating, hiring or leasing. 1859— (Feb. 4). Ch. 20; 10 S. L. 847. Time for location and con- struction extended two years. 1861— (Feb. 9). Ch. 29 ; 11 S. L. 136. Time for location and con- struction extended three years. 1864— (March 22). Ch. 107; 11 S. L. 516. Time for location and construction extended three years. 1867— (March 2). Ch. 53; 12 S. L. 186. Time for location and construction extended to May 1, 1870. 1869— (March 10). Ch. 69; 12 S. L. 628, § 1. New location au- thorized from south line of state, in Southwick or Aga- wam, at the terminus of a Connecticut railroad, by a route defined, to some point easterly or westerl}- of the Hartford and New Haven R, R., and south of State street, in Springfield. [1872, ch. 127 ; Acts and Res. 99.] § 2. May, if locating across Connecticut River south of Aga- wam and Mill rivers, build, in connection with a railroad bridge, one for travellers in the manner provided, and take tolls. § 3. Time for location and construction extended three years. § 4. City of Springfield may subscribe for the stock of, or loan its credit to said company to a limited extent, in manner provided. § 5. Representation of the city as a stockholder in corporate meetings. Hampshire and Franklin Railroad Company. 393 § 6. May contract with connecting companies for operating, hiring or leasing in manner provided. 1872— (March 23). Ch. 127 ; Acts and Res. 99, & 1. Time for lo- cation and construction extended three years. § 2. Authorizes same location as by 1869, ch. 69, §1 ; 12 S. L. 628, with a restriction against taking land of the Hart- ford and New Haven R. R. Co. north of State street, in Springfield. FARMINGTON VALLEY RAILROAD COMPANY. (A CONNECTICUT CORPORATION.) 1856— (May 16). Ch. 168; 10 S. L. 549, § 2. Springfield and Farmington Valley R. R. to be constructed from the terminus of, in Southwick. See Springfield and Farmington Valley R. R. Co. HAMPSHIRE AND FRANKLIN RAILROAD COMPANY. 1845— (Feb. 1). Ch. 29 ; 8 S. L. 413. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Hockanum village, or Holyoke, in Hadley, to the Vermont and Massachusetts R. R., in Montague or Erving. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $600,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Organization and location to be within two years, and construction within four years. [1847, ch. 217 ; 8 S. L. 795 ; time for location after consolidation with the Mount Holyoke R. R. Co. extended to June 1, 1847. 1848, ch. 104 ; 8 S. L. 899 ; time for construction ex- tended to Feb. 1, 1850.] § 5. May enter on Vermont and Massachusetts R. R., in Mon- tague or Erving, on certain conditions. § 6. May enter on Northampton and Springfield R. R., at Hockanum or Hobyoke, in Hadley, on certain conditions. § 7. Subject to use by other companies under legislative au- thority. § 8. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. 50 394 Mount Holyoke Railroad Company. 1846— (March 27). Ch. 162 ; 8 S. L. 617, § 5. Mount Holyoke R. R. Co. may enter on, at Hockanum. § 9. Said Mt. H. R. R. Co. and H. & F. R. R. Co. may form a corporate union under the latter name. 1847— (April 22). Ch. 217; 8 S. L. 795. Time for location of united corporation composed of the H. & F. R. R. Co. and the Mount Hotyoke R. R. Co., between Hockanum and Willimanset, extended to June 1, 1847. 1848— (April 10). Ch. 104 ; 8 S. L. 899, § 1. Time for construction extended to Feb. 1, 1850, § 2. Act to be accepted within ninet} r days. See Mount Holyoke JR. JR. Go. MOUNT HOLYOKE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1846— (March 27). Ch. 162 ; 8 S. L. 617. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from southern terminus of Hampshire and Erank- lin R. R., in Hockanum in Hadley, to Connecticut River R. R. at Willimanset, in Springfield. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Time for organization and location to be within one year, and construction within three years. [1847, ch. 217 ; 8 S. L. 795 ; time for location extended to June 1, 1847.] § 5. Maj r enter on Hampshire and Franklin R. R., at Hockanum. § 6. May enter on Connecticut River R. R., at Willimanset, in Springfield. § 7. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 8. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 9. May form corporate union with the Hampshire and Frank- lin R. R. Co., by the latter name. 1847— (April 22). Ch. 217; 8 S. L. 795. Time for location ex- tended to June 1, 1847, with the same limitation between Hockanum and Willimanset, if united with the Hamp- shh'e and Franklin R. R. Co. See Hampshire and Franklin JR. R. Co. Holyoke and Belchertown Railroad Company. 395 HOLYOKE AND BELCHERTOWN" RAILROAD COMPANY". 1871— (May 12). Ch. 291 ; Acts and Res. 639. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Holyoke to Massachusetts Central R. R., in Belchertown, with right to cross the Connecticut River R. R. only, in a certain way. [1872, ch. 273 ; Acts and Res. 216.] § 3. May enter on the Connecticut River, the Holyoke and Westfield, the New London Northern, and the Massa- chusetts Central railroads, with a reciprocal right in those companies. § 4. May lease its road to either of said companies. § 5. Capital stock not to be less than $250,000, nor more than $500,000. § 6. Town of Holyoke may subscribe to its capital stock. § 7. Location to be within two years, "and construction within four years. 1872— (April 27). Ch. 273 ; Acts and Res. 216, § 1. May cross the Connecticut River R. R., at grade. § 2. May connect with the Massachusetts Central R. R., or New London Northern R. R., in Amherst. § 3. May enter on, and be entered on, by the Hol3*oke and Westfield, the Connecticut River, the New London Northern and the Massachusetts Central railroads, and form corporate union with said companies. HOLYOKE AND "WESTFIELD RAILROAD COMPANY. 1869— (June 12). Ch. 379 ; 12 S. L. 804. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Holyoke to New Haven and Northampton R. R., in Westfield, with authority to construct branch railroads in Holyoke, to manufacturing and mechanical establishments. § 3. May enter on the Connecticut River R. R. and New Haven and Northampton Co. § 4. May lease its road to connecting companies. § 5. Capital stock not to be less than $200,000, nor more than $350,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 6. Town of Holyoke may subscribe for the capital stock of, to a limited amount. 396 Hampden Railroad Company. § 7. Representation of the town as a stockholder at corporate meetings. § 8. Manufacturing .corporations of said towns may subscribe for stock in. § 9. Location to be within three years, and construction within five years. 1871— (May 12). Ch. 291 ; Acts and Res. 639, § 3. H. & TV. R. R. Co. and the Holyoke and Relchertown R. R. Co. may enter on each other. [1872, ch. 273 ; Acts and Res. 216.] 1872— (April 27). Ch. 273 ; Acts and Res. 216, § 3. H. & W. R. R. Co. and Holyoke and Belchertown R. R. Co. may enter on each other, or form a corporate union with each other. [1871, ch. 291 ; Acts and Res. 639.] 1873 — (April 7). Acts and Res. 595. Town of Holyoke may sub- scribe for additional shares in the capital stock of, with a restriction. HAMPDEN BATTYROAD COMPANY. 1852— (May 20). Ch. 276 ; 9 S. L. 546. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from "Western R. R., in "Westfield, to line of Con- necticut, in Granby. § 3. Capital stock to be 8175,000, with provision as to issue of shares ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. May enter on Western R. R., in Westfield. § 5. Location to be within two years, and construction within three years. § 6. Forfeiture of shares on non-payment of assessments. § 7. Conditions precedent to commencement of construction. » (May 22). Ch. 315 ; 9 S. L. 561, § 7. May unite with the Northampton and Westfield R. R. Cor. 1853— (May 25). Ch. 397; 9 S. L. 767, § 1. May form corporate union with the Westfield and Northampton (Northamp- ton and Westfield) R. R. Cor., and one or more sections of the Northampton and Shelburne Falls R. R. Co., under the name of the Hampshire and Hampden R. R. Cor., in mode prescribed. § 2. First meeting after the union of the corporation. See Hampshire and Hampden R. R. Cor. Hampshire and Hampden Railroad Corporation. 397 NORTHAMPTON AND WESTFIEIiD RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1852— (Ma}- 22). Ch. 315 ; 9 S. L. 561. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with a location from the Con- necticut River R. R., in Northampton, to the Western R. R., in Westfield. § 2. May enter on the said W. R. R. & C. R. R. R., with re- strictions. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Location to be within two years, and construction within three years. § 5. Conditions precedent to the commencement of construction. § 6. May unite with the Hampden R. R. Co. 1853— (May 25). Ch. 397; 9 S. L. 767, § 1. May (called here Westfield and Northampton R. R. Cor.) form a corporate union with the Hampden R. R. Co. and one or more sections of the Northampton and Shelburne Falls R. R. Co., under the name of the Hampshire and Hampden R. R. Cor. § 2. First meeting of, after the union of the corporations. See Hampshire and Hampden R. R. Cor. HAMPSHIRE AND HAMPDEN RAILROAD CORPORATION. [For location and capital stock, see Hampden R. R. Co., Northampton and Westfield R. R. Cor., and Northampton and Shelhurne Falls R. R. Co. Location changed, enlarged or extended. 1856, ch. 180 ; 10 S. L. 552. Extension in Northampton. 1857, ch. 239 ; 10 S. L. 742. Extension to Connecticut River R. R.] 1853— (May 25). Ch. 397 ; 9 S.L. 767. § 1. Corporate union of the Hampden R. R. Co., and the Northampton and Westfield R. R. Cor., with one or more sections of the Northampton and Shelburne Falls R. R. Co., under the name of the H. & H. R. R. Cor., authorized, in manner prescribed. § 2. First meeting after such union. 1856— (May 24). Ch. 180; 10 S. L. 552, § 1. May, within two years, extend railroad in Northampton, to a new union passenger station, construct a branch track from the ex- tension to Connecticut River R. R., with proviso as to power conferred by the section. [1857, ch. 239 ; 10 S. L. 742. 1865, ch. 112 ; 11 S. L. 653.] 398 New Haven and Northampton Company. § 2. Commissioners to be appointed in case of disagreement between the two corporations. [1857, ch. 239 ; 10 S. L. 742.] § 3. Charter confirmed notwithstanding failure to complete the road in time. 1857— (May 27). Ch. 239 ; 10 S. L. 742. Further authority of com- missioners appointed under 1856, ch. 180, § 2 ; 10 S. L. 552. § 2. May extend road to Connecticut Eiver R. R. 1859— (April 6). Ch. 242; 10 S. L. 922, § 1. Entitled to the same facilities of transportation from the Connecticut River R. R. Co. and the Western R. R. Cor. as are fur- nished to the Hartford and New Haven R. R. Co., or the Western R. R. Cor., and required to furnish equal facili- ties to them. § 2. Penalty for violation of act. 1861— (March 5). Ch. 65; 11 S. L. 155, § 4. Northampton and Shelburne Falls R. R. Co. may enter on, in Northampton. 1862— (March 28). Ch. 97 ; 11 S. L. 286, § 1. May form corporate union with the New Haven and Northampton Co., a Connecticut corporation, in manner prescribed, under the name of the N. H. & N. Co. § 2. Powers and liabilities of new company. § 3. Residence of officers in this state for service of process ; attachment of stock. § 4. Annual reports to the legislature, to be approved by com- missioners. See New Haven and Northampton Co. NEW HAVEN AND NORTHAMPTON COMPANY.* [For location, see Hampshire and Hampden R. R. Cor. Location changed, enlarged or extended. 18.53, ch. 416 ; 9 S. L. 773. Sale of canal authorized. 1862, ch. 87 ; 9 S. L. 448. Corporate union with the Hampshire and Hampden R. R. Cor. 1865, ch. 112; 11 S. L. 653. Change in Northampton. 1866, ch. 66 ; 12 S. L. 25. Extension from Northampton to Williamsburg. 1867, ch. 159 ; 12 S. L. 249. Corporate union with the Williamsburg and North Adams R. R. Co. 1869, ch. 402 ; 12 S. L. 822. Removal of station in Southampton.] * Called the New Haven and Northampton R. R. in 1863, ch. 69; 11 S. L. 362. New Haven and Northampton Company. 399 [Capital stock, see Hampshire and Hampden R. R. Cor. Additions to capital stock. 1866, ch. 66;12S. L. 25. To $2,500,000. 1869, ch. 259 ; 12 S. L. 736. By $1,500,000. 1873, ch. 15 ; Acts and Res. 494. By $2,000,000.] 1852— (March 31). Ch. 87 ; 9 S. L. 448, § 1. Hartford and New Haven R. R. Co. not to form corporate union with the N. H. & N. Co., a Connecticut corporation, known as the Canal R. R. 1853— (May 25). Ch. 416 ; 9 S. L. 773. Sale of the canal of, au- thorized. 1862— (March 28). Ch. 97 ; 11 S. L. 286, § 1. May form corporate union with the Hampshire and Hampden R. R. Cor., in manner prescribed, under the name of the N. H. & N. Co. § 2. Powers and liabilities of the new company. § 3. Residence of officers in this state for service of process ; attachment of stock. § 4. Annual reports to the legislature to be approved by com- missioners. 1863— (March 7). Ch. 69 ; 11 S. L. 362, §§ 2, 3. Connection be- tween the Northampton and Shelburne Falls R. R. and said N. H. & N. R. R. 1864— (April 13). Ch. 147 ; 11 S. L. 533, § 4. Amherst Branch R. R. Co. may connect with, in Northampton, with a re- striction. 1865— (March 29). Ch. 112; 11 S. L. 653. May change location in Northampton, within limits defined. [1856, ch. 180 ; 10 S. L. 552.] 1866— (March 8). Ch. 66 ; 12 S. L. 25, § 1. May extend from Northampton to Northampton and Shelburne Falls R. R., in Williamsburg, with a proviso as to location in Northampton. § 2. May increase capital stock to $2,500,000. [1869, ch. 259 ; 12 S. L. 736; increase of $1,500,000. 1*873, ch. 15; Acts and Res. 494 ; increase of $2,000,000.] § 3. Town of Williamsburg may -take stock in, as authorized to take stock in said N. & S. F. R. R. Co. by 1862, ch 56 ; 11 S. L. 278. 400 Canal Railroad. 1867— (April 22). Ch. 159 ; 12 S. L. 249, § 4. Williamsburg and North Adams R. R. Co. and the N. H. & N. Co. may enter on each other. § 5. Said corporations may form a corporate union, or make leases, one to the other, in mode prescribed. 1869— (May 10). Ch. 259 ; 12 S. L. 736. May increase its capital stock by 81,500,000, the whole amount not to exceed actual cost of railroad and property. (May 10). Ch. 260 ; 12 S. L. 736, § 6. Massachusetts Cen- tral R. R. Co. and the N. H. & N. Co. may enter on each other. (June 12). Ch. 379 ; 12 S. L. 804, §§ 3, 4. Holyoke and "Westfield R. R. Co. may enter on, or lease its road to. (June 12). Ch. 402; 12 S. L. 822. May change location of station house in Southampton, subject to approval of county commissioners. 1871— (May 4). Ch. 234 ; Acts and Res. 590, § 2. Mount Tom and Easthampton R. R. Co. to cross the track of, only in a certain way. § 3. Mt. T. & E. R. R. Co. and the N. H. & N. Co. may enter on each other. 1873 — (Feb. 6). Ch. 15; Acts and Res. 494. May increase capital stock by $2,000,000, not however to exceed the cost of its railroad, stations and equipments. See Hampshire and Hampden R. R. Cor. Hampden R. R. Co. Northampton and Westfield R. R. Cor. Northampton and Shelburne Falls R. R. Co. CANAL RAILROAD. 1852— (March 31). Ch. 87 ; 9 S. L. 448, § 1. Hartford and New Haven R. R. Co. shall not form corporate union with the New Haven and Northampton Co., known as the Canal Railroad. See New Haven and Northampton Co. Northampton and Shelburne Falls Railroad Company. 401 NORTHAMPTON AND SHELBURNE FALLS RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 1. 1853— (May 11). Ch. 313 ; 9 S. L. 720. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Northampton to Shelburne Falls. § 3. Ma}- contract with other companies for merging stock, op- erating, hiring or leasing. § 4. May construct road by sections. § 5. Capital stock to be $480,000. §§ 6, 7, 8. Conditions precedent to commencement of construc- tion of each section. § 9. Location to be within two years, and construction within five years. (May 25). Ch. 397; 9 S. L. 767, § 1. Hampshire and « Hampden R. R. Cor. authorized by the corporate union of one or more sections of said N. & S. F. R. R. Co. with the Hampden R. R. Co. and the Westfield and Northampton (Northampton and Westfield) R. R. Cor. NORTHAMPTON AND SHELBURNE PALLS RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 2. 1861— (March 5). Ch. 65 ; 11 S. L. 155. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Northampton to Shelburne Falls. [1863, ch. 69 ; 11 S. L. 362 ; in Northampton.] § 3. May contract with . other companies for merging stock, operating, hiring or leasing. § 4. May enter on Hampshire and Hampden R. R., in North- ampton, and on Troy and Greenfield R. R., in Shelburne Falls. § 5. May construct road in sections. § 6. Capital stock to be $480,000. §§ 7, 8, 9. Conditions precedent to construction of each section. § 10. Location to be within two years, and construction within five years. [1866, ch. 96 ; 12 S. L. 37. Time for location from Williamsburg to Shelburne Falls extended three years, and for construction five years. 1869, ch. 239 ; 12 S. L. 709. Time for location and construction of road ex- tended to June 1, 1874.] 1862— (March 6). Ch. 56 ; 11 S. L. 278. Town of Williamsburg may subscribe for a limited amount of capital stock of, in mode prescribed. [1866, ch. 66 ; 12 S. L. 25.] 51 402 Northampton and Shelburne Falls Railroad Company. 1863— (March 7). Ch. 69 ; 11 S. L. 362, § 1. Required to com- mence and continue location and construction of road, in Northampton, in mode prescribed. § 2. Entitled to pass trains over the track and land of the Con- necticut River R. R. Co., in Northampton, easterly of the station house, to connect with the New Haven and Northampton R. R. § 3. Remedy against the Connecticut River R. R. Co. for refusal or neglect of duty under this act. § 4. Repeals inconsistent provisions. (April 29). Ch. 210 ; 11 S. L. 438. May cross certain high- ways, between Bridge street, in Northampton, and the terminus, in Williamsburg, at grade, with approval of count}' commissioners. 1866— (March 8). Ch. 66 ; 12 S. L. 25, § 1. Connection of the New Haven and Northampton Co. with. § 3. Authority of town of Williamsburg to take stock in, re- ferred to. (March 21). Ch. 96 ; 12 S. L. 37. Time for location from Williamsburg to Shelburne Falls extended three years, and for construction of same five years. 1867— (April 22). Ch. 159 ; 12 S. L. 249, § 4. Williamsburg and North Adams R. R. Co., and the N. & S. F. R. R. Co., may enter on each other. 1868— (June 4). Ch. 305; 12 S. L. 550, § 1. Town of Conway may subscribe to the stock of, to a limited amount, and raise money therefor by loan or tax. § 2. Representation of the town as a stockholder at corporate meetings. 1869— (May 6). Ch. 239 ; 12 S. L. 709. Time for location and construction extended to June 1, 1874. § 2. Names added to list of corporators [1870, ch. 128 ; 12 S. L. 930, adds the words, " with their associates and suc- cessors "]. 1870— (March 23). Ch. 128 ; 12 S. L. 930. Amends 1869, ch. 239, § 2 ; 12 S. L. 709, by adding thereto, " with their asso- ciates and successors." Pittsfield and North Adams Railroad Corporation. 403 PITTSFIELD AND NORTH ADAMS RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1842— (March 3). Ch. 69 ; 8 S. L. 257. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with location from Western R. R., in Pittsfield, to North Adams village. '[1866, ch. 128; 12 S. L. 54; change in Cheshire and Lanes- borough.] § 2. Capital stock not to exceed $500,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 3. May unite its track with Western R. R., on certain terms. § 4. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 5. Organization and location to be within two years, and con- struction within three years ; and if the stock is not sub- scribed in one year, another company may be incorpo- rated on the same line, or any part thereof, with the effect of making this charter void. [1845, ch. 154 ; 8 S. L. 468, extends time for organization and location two years, and for construction three years.] 1845— (March 18). Ch. 154 ; 8 S. L. 468. Revives 1842, ch. 69 ; 8 S. L. 257, and requires the organization and location to be within two years, and the construction within three years. 1846— (Feb. 24). Ch. 51 ; 8 S. L. 540, § 5. Adams and Benning- ton R. R. Cor. may unite its track with, in a certain way. § 8. A. & B. R. R. Cor. ma}' transfer its franchise and property to. § 9. A. & B. R. R. Cor., and the P. & N. A. R. R. Cor., when so unitedj may form a corporate union with the Western Vermont R. R. Co., of Vermont. §§ 10, 11, 12. Provisions for effecting such union. 1848— (May 10). Ch 307; 8 S. L. 1002, § 9. Troy and Greenfield R. R. Co. required to take an assignment of the lease and contract of transportation between the Western R. R. Cor. and the P. & N. A. R. R. Cor., dated Jan. 30, 1846 ; the W. R. R. Cor. to be secured by a lien or mort- gage upon its rights in the P. & N. A. R. R., as collat- eral security. 1866— (April 7). Ch. 126; 12 S. L. 52, § 5. Union passenger station, in Pittsfield, for the Western R. R. Cor. and the Stockbridge and Pittsfield R. R. Cor., with accommoda- tion for the P. & N. A. R. R. Co. 404 Western Vermont and Massachusetts Railroad Company. 1866— (April 7). Ch. 128 ; 12 S. L. 54, § 1. Change of location in Cheshire and Lanesborough. § 2. Discontinuance of part of present road which is rendered useless by the new location. § 3. Powers and liabilities as to new location. § 4. Land damages. • § 5. New location to be within one year. [1869, ch. 407 ; 12 S. L. 54 ; time for location and construction extended three years.] 1869— (June 12). Ch. 407 ; 12 S. L. 824. Revives 1866, ch. 128 ; 12 S. L. 54, and extends time for location and construc- tion three years. WESTERN" VERMONT RAILROAD COMPANY. (A VERMONT CORPORATION.) 1846— (Feb. 24). Ch. 51 ; 8 S. L. 540, §§ 9-12. Adams and Ben- nington R. R. Cor., or the Pittsfield and North Adams R. R. Cor., may form a corporate union with, under the name of the Western Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. Co. See Adams and Bennington R. R. Cor. Pittsfield and North Adams R. R. Cor. WESTERN VERMONT AND MASSACHUSETTS RAILROAD COMPANY. 1846— (Feb. 24). Ch. 51 ; 8 S. L. 540, § 9. May be formed by the corporate union of the Adams and Bennington R. R. Cor., or the Pittsfield and North Adams R. R. Cor., with the Western Vermont R. R. Co. § 10. Residence of officers for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 11. Separate accounts as to part of road in this state, to be adjusted by commissioners. § 12.- Subject as to part of road in this state to the duties and liabilities of the A. & B. R. R. Cor. See Adams and Bennington R. R. Cor. Pittsfield and North Adams R. R. Cor. Western Vermont R. R. Co. Hoosac Rail, or McAdamized Road Company. 405 HOOSAC KAIL, OK McADAMIZED ROAD COMPANY. 1832— (Feb. 25). Ch. 49 ; 7 S. L. 187. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers with location from north line of Williamstown to north line of Cheshire, and with liberty to extend to the source of Hoosac River. § 2. Capital stock to be $600,000 ; election of officers. § 3. Powers of officers and corporation ; assessment on shares, and sale for non-payment. §§ 4, 5, 6. Ity-laws, tolls, and reduction thereof by the legis- lature ; toll-houses ; reports. §§ 7, 8. Damages to land-owners and parties under disability. § 9. Malicious injuries to railroad and property. § 10. Annual meeting, and right of voting. § 11. Crossing of public and private ways. § 12. Restrictions on grants for other roads, within certain limits, and for a certain time ; right of other companies to enter on, and of Commonwealth to purchase. § 13. Subscription, organization and location to be before Jan. 1, 1835, and completion by Jan. 1, 1837. § 14. Bridges over public and private ways to be kept in repair by. WILLIAMSTOWN" AND HANCOCK RAILROAD COMPANY. 1852— (April 24). Ch. 146 ; 9 S. L. 488. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the north line of Williamstown to the west line of Hancock. [1869, ch. 242 ; 12 S. L. 710 ; branch to Adams.] § 3. May contract with the owners of contiguous railroads leading into or from Vermont or New York, for the use, running, or leasing thereof, or for letting its road to them. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $500, 000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 5. Location to be within two years, and construction within five years. [18.57, ch. 9 ; 10 S. L. 626. Time for construction extended to April 24, 1862. 1866, ch. 159; 12 S. L. 70. Time for location extended two years, and for con- struction five years. 1869, ch. 242; 12 S. L. 710. Time extended to June 1, 1874.] § 6. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. 406 }¥iltiamstown and Hancock Railroad Company. § 7. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 8. Ma}- enter on the Troy and Greenfield R. R., in Williams- town. § 9. Conditions precedent to commencement of construction. 1853— (April 21). Ch. 168 ; 9 S. L. 653, § 1. Corporate union with the Lebanon Springs R. R. Co. (a New York corporation), under the name of the Lebanon Springs R. R. Co. § 2. Residence of officers in this state for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 3. Separate accounts as to part of road in each state, to be adjusted by commissioners. § 4. Liabilities of corporation and stockholders in this state. § 5. Act to take effect upon similar legislation in New York, and acceptance by the two corporations. [1866, ch. 159 ; 12 S. L. 70 ; time for location extended two years, and for construction five years. 1869, ch. 242 ; 12 S. L. 710 ; time for location and construction extended to June 1, 1874.] 1857— (Feb. 25). Ch. 9 ; 10 S. L. 626. Time for construction ex- tended to April 24, 1862, and for applications for land damages one year after completion and opening for use. 1866— (April 12). Ch. 159 ; 12 S. L. 70. Revives 1852, ch. 146; 9 S. L. 488, § 1, and 1853, ch. 168 ; 9 S. L. 653. § 2. Three additional corporators named. § 3. Time for location extended two years, and for construction five years. 1867— (May 16). Ch. 238 ; 12 S. L. 285, § 1. Town of Hancock may loan its credit, not exceeding $10,000, to the W. & H. R. R. Co., or other company owning a connecting road between any railroad in Southern Vermont and the Harlem R. R. in Chatham, New York, upon certain con- ditions. § 3. Town may raise money therefor by loan or tax. 1869— (May 6). Ch. 242 ; 12 S. L. 710, § 1. Revives 1852, ch. 146 ; 9 S. L. 488, and 1853, ch. 168 ; 9 S. L. 653. [1873, ch. 97 ; Acts and Res. 540.] § 2. Location of a branch road from its line in Williamstown, to Adams, with the right to enter on the Williamsburg and North Adams R. R. Lebanon Springs Railroad Company, i 407 § 3. Towns of Adams, Williamstown and Hancock may sub- scribe to the capital stock of, to a limited extent, and raise money therefor b}' loan or tax. [1873, ch. 97 ; Acts and Res. 540.] § 4. Representation of such towns at corporate meetings. [J873, ch. 97 ; Acts and Res. 540.] § 5. Lebanon Springs R. R. Co., and the Williamsburg and North Adams R. R. Co., may form a corporate union, by the name of the Williamsburg, North Adams and Leb- anon Springs R. R. Co. [1873, ch. 97 ; Acts and Res. 540.] § 6. Additional corporators named. § 7. Time for location and construction extended to June 1, 1874. [1873, ch. 97 ; Acts and Res. 540.] 1873— (March 24). Ch. 97 ; Acts and Res. 540, § 1. Repeals §§1,5, of 1869, ch. 242 ; 12 S. L. 710, except so much of § 1 as revives the charter of said corporation. § 2. Substitutes in §§ 3, 4, 7, of said act, " Williamstown and Hancock R. R. Co." for " Lebanon Springs R. R. Co." See Lebanon Springs B. B. Co. LEBANON SPRINGS RAILROAD COMPANY. [For location and construction, see Williamstown and Hancock R. R. Co.] 1853— (April 21). Ch. 168 ; 9 S. L. 653, § 1. Corporate union of the Williamstown and Hancock R. R. Co. and the Leba- non Springs R. R. Co. (a New York corporation) , under the name of the Lebanon Springs R. R. Co. § 2. Residence of officers in this state for service of process. § 3. Separate accounts as to part of road in each state, to be ad- justed by commissioners. § 4. Liabilities of corporation and stockholders in this state. § 5. Act to take effect upon similar legislation in New York, and acceptance by the two corporations. [1857, ch. 9 ; 10 S. L. 626. Time for construction extended to April 24, 1862. 1866, ch. 159 ; 12 S. L. 70. Time for location extended two years, and for con- struction five years. 1869, ch. 242 ; 12 S. L. 710. Time for location and construction extended to June 1, 1874.] 408 Williamsburg and North Adams Railroad Company. 1857— (Feb. 25). Ch. 9 ; 10 S. L. 626. Time for construction ex- tended to April 24, 1862, and for applications for land damages one year after completion and opening for use. 1866— (April 12). Ch. 159 ; 12 S. L. 70, §§ 1-3. Revives 1852, ch. 146 ; 9 S. L. 488, and 1853, ch. 168 ; 9 S. L. 653, adds new corporators and extends time for location two years, and for construction five years. 1867— (May 16). Ch. 238; 12 S. L. 285. Loan of credit by the town of Hancock to the Williamstown and Hancock R. R. Co. 1869— (May 6). Ch. 242 ; 12 S. L. 710, § 1. Revives 1852, ch. 146 ; 9 S. L. 488, and 1853, ch. 168 ; 9 S. L. 653. § 2. Location of a branch railroad from Williamstown to Adams, with right to enter on the Williamsburg and North Adams R. R. §§ 3, 4. Certain towns may subscribe to the capital stock of. § 5. May form a corporate union with the Williamsburg and North Adams R. R. Co., under the name of the Williamsburg, North Adams and Lebanon Springs R. R. Co. § 6. Additional corporators named. § 7. Time for location and construction extended to June 1, 1874. [1873, ch. 97; Acts and Res. 540; amending §§ 3, 4, 7.] 1873— (March 24). Ch. 97; Acts and Res. 540, § 2. Substitutes " Williamstown and Hancock R. R. Co." for " Lebanon Springs R. R. Co." in §§ 3, 4, 7, of 1869, ch. 242 ; 12 S. L. 710. See Williamstown and Hancock R. R. Go. WILLIAMSBURG AND NORTH ADAMS RAILROAD COMPANY". 1867— (April 22). Ch. 159 ; 12 S. L. 249. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from New Haven and Northampton Co., in Wil- liamsburg, to the Troy and Boston R. R., in Adams. § 3. Capital stock not to be less than $1,000,000, nor more than $1,500,000. Williamsburg and North Adams Railroad Company. 409 § 4. May enter on New Haven and Northampton R. R., the Boston and Troy R. R., and the Northampton and Shel- burne Falls R. R., subject to a reciprocal right in said railroad companies. § 5. Ma}' form corporate union with, lease its road to, or take lease from, the New Haven and Northampton Co. § 6. Location to be within two years, and construction within five years. [1869, ch. 89 ; 12 S. L. 637 ; time extended to June 1, 1874.] 1867— (June 1). Ch. 321 ; 12 S. L. 338. Loan of the state scrip in aid of, to the amount of $1,000,000, with conditions as to advance thereof, security, sinking fund, and commis- sioners to report upon the work. [1869, ch. 89, § 2 ; 12 S. L. 637, amends the act. 1869, ch. 408, § 5 ; Acts and Res. 699, vesting in the railroad commissioners the powers of commissioners to be appointed under § 6.] 1868— (May 19). Ch. 225 ; 12 S. L. 496, § 1. Towns named (12 in number) may subscribe to the stock of, to a limited extent. § 2. Representation of towns as stockholders at corporate meetings. / 1869— (March 17). Ch. 89 ; 12 S. L. 637, § 1. Time for location and construction extended to June 1, 1874. § 2. Amends 1867, ch. 321, § 7 ; 12 S. L. 338, as to state loan. (May 6). Ch. 242; 12 S. L. 710, § 2. Lebanon Springs R. R. Co. may enter on. § 5. W. & N. A. R. R. Co. may consolidate with, and merge in, the Lebanon Springs R. R. Co., under the name of the Williamsburg, North Adams and Lebanon Springs R. R. Co. (May 10). Ch. 260 ; 12 S. L. 736, § 4. May merge and con- solidate capital stock with the Massachusetts Central R. R. Co. (June 15). Ch. 408; Acts and Res. 699, § 5. Vests in the railroad commissioners the powers vested in certain commissioners by § 6 of 1867, ch. 321 ; 12 S. L. 338. 52 410 Adams and Bennington Railroad Corporation. WILLIAMSBURG, NORTH ADAMS AND LEBANON" SPRINGS RAILROAD COMPANY. 1869— (May 6). Ch. 242 ; 12 S. L. 710, § 5. Corporate union of the Lebanon Springs R. R. Co. and the Williamsburg and North Adams R. R. Co., under the name of the W., N. A. & L. S. R. R. Co. See Williamsburg and North Adams R. R. Co. Lebanon Springs R. R. Co. ADAMS AND BENNINGTON RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1846— (Feb. 24). Ch. 51 ; 8 S. L. 540. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Pittsfield and North Adams R. R., in Ad- ams, to line of Vermont, to unite with "Western Vermont R. R., to be constructed to Bennington and Rutland. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000. § 4. Location to be within three years, and construction within four years from April 1, 1846. § 5. May unite with Pittsfield and North Adams R. R., on con- ditions. § 6. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative authority. § 7. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 8. May transfer franchises and property to the Pittsfield and North Adams R. R. Cor., with power in the latter com- pany in that event to make its stock equal to joint stock of both. § 9. Ma}* form a corporate union with the "Western Vermont R. R. Co., under the name of Western Vermont and Massachusetts R. R. Co. § 10. Residence of officers of new company in this state for ser- vice of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 11. Separate accounts as to part of united road in each state, to be adjusted by commissioners. § 12. Corporation and stockholders as to the part of the road in this state, subject to duties and liabilities of the A. & B. R. R. Co. North Adams and Bennington Railroad Company. 411 NORTH ADAMS AND BENNINGTON RAILROAD COMPANY. 1867— (June 1). Ch. 318 ; 12 S. L. 337. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Adams to line of Vermont, to connect with a Vermont railroad chartered from Bennington to state line. § 3. Capital stock not to be less than $300,000, nor more than $500,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. [1869, ch. 240 ; 12 S. L. 709 ; time ex- tended to May 1, 1875.] 1869— (May 6). Ch. 240 ; 12 S. L. 709. Time for location and con- struction extended to May 1, 1875. BERKSHIRE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1837— (April 13). Ch. 162 ; 7 S. L. 785. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the south line of state, in Sheffield, to the village of West Stockbridge, at intersection with West Stockbridge R. R., or Western R. R., or from a point in Sheffield, west of the southern terminus at Ashley's Mills, to Great Barrington village, [1845, ch. 133 ; 8 S. L. 460, and 1847, ch. 99 ; 8 S. L. 733 ; branch to Stockbridge iron works. 1847, ch. 272 ; 8 S. L. 827 ; extension to Western R. R., and purchase of West Stockbridge R. R.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $800,000 ; ma}- hold real and personal estate. [1847, ch. 26 ; 8 S. L. 827 ; increase of $50,000.] § 4. Western R. R. Co. may purchase part of the road north of the point of ifnion, on certain terms, with rights reserved. § 5. Organization and location to be by Dec. 1, 1840, and con- struction by Dec. 1, 1843. § 6. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 7. Ma}' enter on other roads in a certain mode. § 8. Western R. R. Cor. may, before construction of this road, make a location upon its route. § 9. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. 412 North Adams and Bennington Railroad Company. 1842— (March 1). Ch. 40 ; 8 S. L. 249. May unite its track with the track of the West Stockbridge R. R., near depot in village of West Stockbridge, on certain terms. 1845— (March 15). Ch. 133 ; 8 S. L. 460. May construct a branch railroad from Vandeusenville, in Great Barrington, to the Stockbridge iron works ; powers and liabilities as to said branch. [1847, ch. 99, §§ 2, 5 ; 8 S. L. 733.] 1847— (March 20). Ch. 99 ; 8 S. L. 733, § 2. Right of Stockbridge and Pittsfleld R. R. Co. to construct upon route of branch road authorized by 1845, ch. 133 ;. 8 S. L. 460, if the same is not constructed within one 3'ear. § 5. S. & P. R. R. Co. may enter on the road or branch. (April 26). Ch. 272; 8 S. L. 827, § 1. May extend from West Stockbridge village to Western R. R., near its intersection with state line in West Stockbridge, and connect therewith. § 2. Restricted as to tracks upon lands of, or within limits of the West Stockbridge R. R. Cor., and as to placing rails near the track of the W. S. R. R., without consent, ex- cept for crossing near the state line. § 3. Restricted as to transportation, over such extension, of freight and passengers for Hudson, or the Hudson and Berkshire R. R., west of state line, with provisos. § 4. Right to run trains on the West Stockbridge R. R., under contract of Feb. 6, 1844, retained ; payment of rent. § 5. Maj r purchase the W. S. R. R., upon certain terms. § 6. May purchase and hold real estate for extension. § 7. May lease such extension and the W. S. R. R., if pur- chasing the latter to the Housatonic R. R. Co. § 8. May increase capital stock bj' $50,000. § 9. Location and construction to be within two years. § 10. Required to take a lease of the Berkshire R. R., if tendered within five years, with a proviso as to land of the W. S. R. R. Cor. taken by the B. R. R. Co. 1866-r-(April 12). Ch. 158 ; 12 S. L. 69, § 2. B. R. R. Co. and the Sheffield R. R. Co. may enter on each other. 1873— (April 7). Ch. 168 ; Acts and Res. 595, § 2. B. R. R. Co. and Lee and Hudson R. R. Co. may enter on each other, at West Stockbridge. Sheffield Railroad Company. 413 SHEFFIELD RAILROAD COMPANY. 1866— (April 12). Ch. 158 ; 12 S. L. 69. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from dividing line of Sheffield and Salisbury, in Connecticut, to village of Sheffield, to connect with Berkshire R. R. ; said S. R. R. Co. and the B. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. § 3. Capital stock not to be less than $60,000, nor more than $200,000. § 4. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. [1870, ch. 245; 12 S. L. 995; time for construction extended to May 1, 1872.] 1867— (May 15). Ch. 236 ; 12 S. L. 284, § 1. May make contract for lease or management with a connecting company. § 2. May form corporate union with a connecting company, with' a capital stock not to exceed that of both com- panies. / . (June 1). Ch. 346; 12 S. L. 363. May, in connection with Salisbury R. R. Co., or otherwise, lease its road to New York and Harlem R. R. Co., or contract with said N. Y. & H. R. R. Co. to operate the same. 1868— (May 14). Ch. 203; 12 S. L. 486, § 1. Town of Sheffield may subscribe to a limited amount of the capital stock of, and raise money therefor. § 2. Representation of the town as a stockholder at corporate meetings. 1870— (May 12). Ch. 245; 12 S. L. 995. Revives 1866, ch. 158; 12 S. L. 69, and extends time for construction to May 1, 1872. HARLEM RAILROAD. (A NEW YORK RAILROAD.) 1867— (May 16). Ch. 238; 12 S. L. 285. Reference to, in act au- thorizing the town of Hancock to loan its credit to the Williamstown and Hancock R. R. Co. 414 Pittsfield and West Stockbridge Railroad Company, No. 1. NEW YOKE AND HARLEM RAILROAD COMPANY. (A NEW YORK CORPORATION.) 1867— (June 1). Ch. 346 ; 12 S. L. 363. Sheffield R. R. Co. may contract with, or lease its road to. See Sheffield R. R. Go. SALISBURY RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 2.* (A CONNECTICUT CORPORATION.) 1867— (June 1). Ch. 346 ; 12 S. L. 363. Reference to, in act giving authority to the Sheffield R. R. Co. to contract with the New York and Harlem R. R. Co. KONKAPOT VALLEY RAILROAD COMPANY. 1871— (May 12). Ch. 290 ; Acts and Res. 638. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from village of Mill River, in New Marlborough, to line of Connecticut. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $150,000, nor be less than $50,000. § 4. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. PITTSFIELD AND WEST STOCKBRIDGE RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 1. 1832— (March 6). Ch. 97 ; 7 S. L. 232. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with location from Pittsfield to west line of state, in "West Stockbridge. § 2. Capital stock to be $240,000, in shares of $50 each; election and powers of directors. § 3. Powers of president and directors ; assessments upon shares, and forfeiture for non-payment. §§ 4, 5, 6. By-laws, tolls, toll-houses and annual reports to the legislature. * Salisbury R. R. Co., No. 1, is a Massachusetts corporation with a location in the north-eastern part of the state. Ante, p. 172. Pittsfield and West Stockbridge Railroad Company, JSFo. 2. 415 §§ 7, 8. Damages to land-owners and parties under disability. § 9. Malicious injuries to the railroad and property. § 10. Annual meeting, and choice of directors. § 11. Crossing of private and public ways. § 12. Restrictions upon grants for other railroads, with right of the state to purchase the railroad. § 13. Organization and location to be before Jan. 1, 1834, and construction before April 1, 1836. § 14. Repair of bridges over canals, turnpikes and other public and private ways. PITTSFIELD AND WEST STOCKBRIDGE RATT.ROAD COMPANY, No. 2. 1836— (April 15). Ch. 236 ; 7 S. L. 697. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Pittsfield to "West Stockbridge R. R., or the Western R. R., in "West Stockbridge. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $300,000 ; may hold real estate. § 4. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 5. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 6. Organization and location to be within one year after final location of "Western R. R. through Berkshire county, or from West Stockbridge to Lee ; construction to be within three 3-ears from said final location, and act to be void if the Western R. R. is finally located through Pittsfield. WEST STOCKBRIDGE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1831— (June 16). Ch. 27 ; 7 S. L. 111. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with location from village of West Stockbridge to line of New York ; power to take land, and liability for damages. § 2. Capital stock to be 1,000 shares ; election of officers. § 3. Powers of officers ; assessments on shares, and forfeiture for non-paj-ment. § 4. Annual meeting, right of voting and first meeting. §§ 5, 6. Damages to land-owners and parties under disability. § 7. Malicious injuries to railroad and property. § 8. Crossing of public and private ways. 416 West Stockbridge Railroad Corporation. §§ 9, 10, 11. B}--laws, tolls, toll-hoii9es and gates. § 12. Organization, subscription and location to be before Jan. 1, 1833, and construction b}- Jan. 1, 1835. 1832— (March 2). Ch. 80; 7 S. L. 211, § 12. Berkshire and New York R. R. Co. ma}- enter on, and if the W. S. R. R. Co. fails to construct the road within the time limited, the B. & N. Y. R. R. Co. may construct on its general route. See West Stockbridge R. R. Cor. WEST STOCKBRIDGE RAILROAD CORPORATION. 1836— (April 5). Ch. 132 ; 7 S. L. 645. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from west line of the state, in "West Stockbridge, to village of West Stockbridge. [1840, ch. 50 ; 8 S. L. 167; corporate union with the Hudson and Berkshire R. R. Co.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $75,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. Organization and location to be by Dec. 1, 1837, and con- struction by Dec. 1, 1839. [1838, ch. 4 ; 8 S. L. 2 ; act revived and time extended one }"ear.] § 5. Required to construct the road so that other roads leading from Xew York can unite with it, at state line ; no exclusive privileges to be given ; subject to use by the Western R. R. Cor., on certain terms. § 6. Western R. R. Cor. ma}' assume and purchase said road on or before Dec. 1 , 1839 ; and upon pa\-ment or tender of the amount of capital paid in and expended, a con- ve}-ance to be made. (April 15). Ch. 236 ; 7 S. L. 697, § 2. Intersection of the Pittsfield and West Stockbridge R. R. Co. with. 1837— (April 13). Ch. 162 ; 7 S. L. 785, § 2. Intersection of the Berkshire R. R. with. 1838— (Jan. 27). Ch. 4 ; 8 S. L. 2, § 1. Revives 1836, ch. 132 ; 7 S. L. 645. § 2. Time for organization, location and construction extended one year. West Stockbridge Railroad Corporation. 417 1840— (March 20). Ch. 50 ; 8 S. L. 167, § 1. Corporate union with the Hudson and Berkshire R. R. Co. (a New York cor- poration) , under the name of the H. & B. R. R. Co. § 2. Residence of officers in this state for service of process, with liability to jurisdiction. § 3. Separate accounts as to part of road in each state, to be adjusted by commissioners ; annual report to the legis- lature. § 4. Liability of company and stockholders as to part of road in this state. § 5. Location of Western R. R.'not to be affected by this act. § 6. Act to take effect upon similar legislation in New York, and acceptance b} T the two corporations. 1842— (March 1). Ch. 40 ; 8 S. L. 249. Berkshire R. R. Co! may unite its track with that of, on certain terms. 1847— (April 26). Ch. 272 ; 8 S. L. 827, § 2. Restriction of Berk- shire R. R. Co. as to tracks upon, or near to the land of. § 3. Restriction of B. R. R. Co. in transportation of certain freight or passengers over an extension of its railroad, without consent of. § 4. Rights of B. R. R. Co. in running trains on, and using buildings and fixtures under a contract of Feb. 6, 1844. § 5. May sell road and franchise to the B. R. R. Co. § 7. B. R. R. Co., if making purchase, may lease the road to the Housatonic R. R. Co. § 10. B. R. R. Co. required to take a lease thereof in a certain event. 1855— (May 19). Ch. 404 ; 10 S. L. 442, § 2. West Stockbridge Branch R. R. Co. may unite its track with, by consent. § 4. Said two corporations may form a corporate union under name of West Stockbridge R. R. Co. 1866— (April 12). Ch. 157; 12 S. L. 68. Lee and New Haven R. R. Co. may construct a branch to connect with, at West Stockbridge. 1871— (April 3). Ch. 162 ; Acts and Res. 531, § 3. Lee and Hud- son R. R. Co. and the W. S. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. See West Stockbridge R. R. Co. 53 418 Hudson and Berkshire Railroad Company. ■WEST STOCKBRIDGE BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1855— (May 19). Ch. 404 ; 10 S. L. 442. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from iron works' in West Stockbridge, to the "West Stockbridge R. R., with power to enter on said W. S. R. R., by consent. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $20,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. W. S. Br. R. R. Co. and the W. S. R. R. Co. may form a corporate union, under the name of W. S. R. R. Co. § 5. Location to be within one year, and construction within two years. HUDSON AND BERKSHIRE RAILROAD COMPANY. (A NEW YORK CORPORATION, CHARTERED IN 1832.) 1840— (March 20). Ch. 50 ; 8 S. L. 167. Corporate union with the West Stockbridge R. R. Co. authorized, under the name of the H. & B. R. R. Co., with provisions for effecting such union. 1841— (March 18). Ch. 131 ; 8 S. L. 235, § 4. Western R. R. Cor. required to convey all its interest in, to the Common- wealth. 1847— (April 26). Ch. 272 ; 8 S. L. 827, § 3. Restrictions on trans- portation by the Berkshire R. R. Co. of freight and pas- sengers destined for, or coming from. § 5. Reference to claims on the West Stockbridge R. R. Cor. See West Stockbridge B. R. Cor. STOCKBRIDGE AND PITT8FTELD RAILROAD COMPANY. 1847— (March 20). Ch. 99 ; 8 S. L. 733. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Pittsfield to the Berkshire R. R., in Great Barrington, or a branch thereof, near Stockbridge iron works. [1866, Ch. 126 ; 12 S. L. 52 ; new passenger station in Pittsfield.] Stockbridge and Pittsjield Railroad Company. 419 § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $550,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. > § 4. May enter on Western R. R., in Pittsfield. § 5. May enter on the Berkshire R. R., or a branch thereof, in Stockbridge or Great Barrington. § 6. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 7. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 8. Organization and location to be within two years, and con- struction within four years. 1848— (April 22). Ch. 172; 8 S. L. 925, § 5. Pittsfield and New Haven R. R. Co. may enter on, in Lee or Lenox. 1864— (April 5). Ch. 132 ; 11 S. L. 525, § 3. Pittsfield and New Haven R. R. Co. ma} r connect with, and enter on, in Lee or Lenox, by consent. 1866— (April 7). Ch. 126 ; 12 S. L. 52, § 1. West street in Pitts- field to be constructed to pass under. § 2. Expense of alteration, how paid. § 3. Present crossing to be discontinued on completion of new one. § 4. Land damages. § 5. Western R. R. Cor. and the S. & P. R. R. Co. required to erect a union passenger station in Pittsfield, at the cross- ing of the Western R. R. bj' West street, and the W. R. R. Cor. authorized to take land therefor. § 6. Expense of new station house and tracks, how paid. § 7. Time for making the alterations. (April 12). Ch. 157 ; 12 S. L. 68, § 2. Lee and New Haven R. R. Co. may construct a branch road to the West Stockbridge R. R. from the crossing of the highway over. 1869— (June 2). Ch. 348 ; 12 S. L. 783, § 1. Lee and New Haven R. R. Co. may intersect, near Lenox furnace. § 2. L. & N. H. R. R. Co. may enter on, in Lenox, Lee, or Stockbridge ; conditions of use, how determined in case of disagreement. 1871— (April 3). Ch. 162; Acts and Res. 531, § 3. Lee and Hud- son R. R. Co. and the S. & P. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. 420 Grey Lock Railroad Company. §6. L. & H. R. R. Co. may sell or lease its railroad, franchise and property to the S. & P. R. R. Co. 1873— (April 7). Ch. 168 ; Acts and Res. 595, § 1. Lee and Hud- son R. R. Co. may cross, at a certain point in Stock- bridge, paying damages to the S. & P. R. R. Co., to be determined b}- an agreement between the Lee and Hud- son R. R. Co. and the Housatonic R. R. Co., of Dec. 27, 1872. HOUSATONIC RAILROAD COMPANY. (A CONNECTICUT CORPORATION.) 1847— (April 26). Ch. 272 ; 8 S. L. 827, § 7. Berkshire R. R. Co. may lease its extension and the "West Stockbridge R. R., if purchased, to the H. R. R. Co. 1873— (April 7). Ch. 168; Acts and Res. 595, § 1. Damages caused to said H. R. R. Co., as the lessee of the Stock- bridge and Pittsfield R. R., to be determined by an agreement between the Lee and Hudson R. R. Co. and the H. R. R. Co., of Dec. 27, 1872. GREY LOCK RAILROAD COMPANY. 1852— (April 27). Ch. 155 ; 9 S. L. 494. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Pittsfield and Stockbridge R. R., in Pitts- field, to north line of Williamstown. § 3. Capital stock to be 8500,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. May enter on Troy and Greenfield R. R., in William.slown. § 5. Location to be within two years, and construction within five years. § 6. Reduction of tolls by. the legislature. § 7. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative authority. § 8. Conditions precedent to commencement of construction. Berkshire and JSfew York Railroad Company. 421 LEE AND HUDSON RATT.ROAD COMPANY. 1871— (April 3). Ch. 162 ; Acts and Res. 531, § 1. Grants corpo- rate powers. § 2. Location from Stockbridge and Pittsfield R. R., in Lee, to West Stockbridge R. R., or Boston and Albany R. R., in West Stockbridge. § 3. May enter on said S. & P. R. R., in Lee, and said W. S. R. R. and B. & A. R. R., in West Stockbridge, with reciprocal right in those companies. § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $500,000, or be less than $200,000. § 5. May mortgage its railroad, franchise and property. § 6. May sell or lease the same, the whole or a part, to said B. & A. R. R. Co., or the said S. & P. R. R. Co. § 7. Location to be within three years, and construction within six years. 1873— (April 7). Ch. 168; Acts and Res. 595, § 1. May cross, at grade, the track of the Stockbridge and Pittsfield R. R., at a point in Stockbridge, paying damages according to an agreement of Dec. 27, 1872. § 2. May enter on the Berkshire R. R., in West Stockbridge, with reciprocal right in the B. R. R. Co. BERKSHIRE AND NEW YORK RAILROAD COMPANY. 1832— (March 2). Ch. 80 ; 7 S. L. 211. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with location from contemplated railroad between New York and Albany at the line of Connecticut, to the West Stockbridge R. R., at village of West Stockbridge, there connecting with a proposed extension to Albany, with liberty to construct a branch from Great Barrington or West Stockbridge, near Housa- tonicville, to the head waters of Hoosac River, at or near Pittsfield, or to intersect with railroad petitioned for by David Anthony and others ; taking of land, and payment of damages. § 2. Capital stock to be $800,000, which may be increased to $1,000,000; government of corporation; election of officers. § 3. Powers of officers, assessments on shares, and forfeiture for non-payment. 422 Pittsfield and New Haven Railroad Company. §§ 4, 5, 6. By-laws, tolls, and reduction thereof by the legisla- ture, and toll-houses. §§ 7, 8. Damages to land-owners and parties under disability. § 9. Malicious injuries to railroad and property. § 10. Annual meeting ; choice of officers ; first meeting. § 11. Crossing of public and private ways. § 12. May enter on West Stockbridge R. R. and construct upon its route, if it fails to comply with its charter. § 13. Special meetings and assessments. § 14. Corporation of New York, which may be authorized to construct a railroad from New York to Albany, may, by consent of B. & N. Y. R. R. Co., construct this road with same powers. § 15. Organization and location to be before Jan. 1, 1835, com- mencement of construction by Jan 1, 1836, and comple- tion by Jan. 1, 1840. § 16. Part of road from the line of Connecticut to that of New- York, to be first constructed. § 17. Subject to use by other companies. § 18. Subject to purchase by the state. PITTSFIELD AND NEW HAVEN" RATTJtOAD COMPANY. 1848— (April 22). Ch. 172 ; 8 S. L. 925. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. [1864, ch. 132 ; 11 S. L. 525.] § 2. Location from Pittsfield to north line of Connecticut at Colebrook, with a provision limiting the northern ter- minus to intersection with the Stockbridge and Pittsfield R. R., in Lee or Lenox, if said S. & P. R. R. Co. con- structs its road within time limited. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $900,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. § 4. May enter on Western R. R., at Pittsfield. § 5. May enter on the Stockbridge and Pittsfield R. R., in Lee or Lenox. § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. Organization and location to be within two years, and construction within four years. 1864— (April 5). Ch. 132 ; 11 S. L. 525, § 1. Revives § 1 of 1848, ch. 172 ; 8 S. L. 925, with powers and liabilities. § 2. Location from Stockbridge and Pittsfield R. R., in Lee or Lenox, to line of Connecticut, at Colebrook. Pittsfield and New Haven Railroad Company. 423 § 3. May connect with, and enter on, the S. & P. R. R. Co., in Lee or Lenox, b}' consent. § 4. Capital stock to be $900,000. [1865, ch. 176 ; 11 S. L. 685 ; reduced to $500,000.] § 5. Location to be within two years, and construction within four years. 1864— (May 13). Ch. 242 ; 11 S. L. 578, § 1. Town of Sandisfield may subscribe for stock in, to a limited amount. § 2. Said town may raise money therefor by loan or tax. § 3. Representation of the town as a stockholder at corporate meetings. § 4. Subscription to be approved by a certain vote of legal voters. [1867, ch. 128, § 2 ; *12 S. L. 232.] (May 13). Ch. 245 ; 11 S. L. 579. Town of Becket may subscribe for stock in, to a limited amount, with similar provisions as in the case of Sandisfield. [1867, ch. 128, § 2 ; 12 S. L. 232.] (May 13). Ch. 246 ; 11 S. L. 580. Town of Otis may sub- scribe for stock in, to a limited amount, with similar provisions as in the case of Sandisfield. [1867, ch. 128, § 2 ; 12 S. L. 232.] (May 13). Ch. 249 ; 11 S. L. 581. Town of Lee may sub- scribe for stock in, to a limited amount, with similar provisions as in the case of Sandisfield. [1867, ch. 128, § 2 ; 12 S. L. 232.] (May 13). Ch. 260; 11 S. L. 585. Town of Tolland may subscribe for stock in, to a limited amount, with similar provisions as in the case of Sandisfield. [1867, ch. 128, § 2 ; 12 S. L. 232.] 1865— (April 29). Ch. 176 ; 11 S. L. 685, § 1. Capital stock to be $500,000. § 2. Repeals § 4 of 1864, ch. 132 ; 11 S. L. 525, as to amount of capital stock. 1866— (April 12). Ch. 157; 12 S. L. 68, § 1. Name changed to Lee and N^w Haven R. R. Co. See Lee and New Haven B. B. Co. 424 Lee and ]$~ew Haven Railroad Company. LEE AND NEW HAVEN RAILROAD COMPANY. [Location, see Pittsfield and New Haven R. R. Co. 1869, ch. 348 ; 12 S. L. 783. Change in Becket.] [Capital stock, see Pittsfield and New Haven R. R. Co. 1868, ch. 316 ; 12 S. L. 5-59. Reduced to $300,000. 1869, ch. 348 ; 12 S. L. 783. Increased to $500,000.] 1866— (April 12). Ch. 157; 12 S. L. 68, § 1. Name changed from Pittsfield and New Haven R. R. Co. § 2. May construct a branch from Stockbridge and Pittsfield R. R., in Stockbridge, to connect with West Stockbridge R. R., at West Stockbridge. [1869, ch. 348 ; 12 S. L. 783 ; change of location, particularly in Becket.] § 3. May mortgage road and franchise to secure bonds to the amount of $300,000, but no bonds to be issued until 0100,000 of stock has been paid in. 1867— (April 3). Ch. 128; 12 S. L. 232. Time for construction extended to April 5, 1870. [1870, ch. 387; 12 S. L. 1058, extended to June 5, 1872. 1872, ch. 73 ; Acts and Res. 58, extended to June 5, 1875.] § 2. Amends § 4 of ch. 242, 245, 246, 249 and 260, of 1864 ; 11 S. L. 578, 579, 580, 581, 585, as to majority required for town subscriptions. 1868— (June 5). Ch. 313 ; 12 S. L. 556, § 1. Loan of state scrip for $300,000, with conditions of the same. [See special message of the governor vetoing a bill to renew the grant of state aid, 1873, Acts and Res. 972.] § 2. Conditions for delivery of scrip. [1869, ch. 6, § 1 ; 12 S. L. 596, amends the same.] § 3. Mortgage of the railroad to the state. §§ 4, 5. Sinking fund, and commissioners thereof, their report and compensation. § 6. Commissioners upon the work on the railroad. [1869, ch. 408 ; Acts and Res. 699, § 5, vests the powers of, in the railroad commissioners.] § 7. Further conditions for delivery of scrip. [1869, ch. 6, § 2 ; 12 S. L. 596, amends the same. } § 8. Books and accounts to be open for examination by the governor and council. Lee and JVew Haven Railroad Company. 425 1868— (June 6). Ch. 316 ; 12 S. L. 559. Capital stock reduced to $300,000. [1869, ch. 348 ; 12 S. L. 783, increased to $500,000.] 1869— (Feb 4). Ch. 6 ; 12 S. L. 596, § 1. Amends § 2 of 1868, ch. 313 ; 12 S. L. 556, concerning loan of state scrip. § 2. Amends § 7 of said act. (May 6). Ch. 243 ; 12 S. L. 712, § 1. Town of Stockbridge may subscribe for a limited amount of stock therein, and raise money therefor by loan or tax. § 2. Representation of the town as a stockholder at corporate meetings. § 3. Said town may make a^conditional subscription as to part on which the amount shall be expended. (June 2). Ch. 348 ; 12 S. L. 783, § 1. May alter location, particularly in Becket, so as to intersect the Stockbridge and Pittsfield R. R. near Lenox furnace ; two years being allowed for change of location. § 2. May enter on the S. & P. R. R., in Lenox, Lee, or Stock- bridge, with a special remedy in case of failure to agree upon terms of use. § 3. May increase capital stock to $500,000, if necessary. (June 15). Ch. 408; Acts and Res. 699, § 5. Vests in the railroad commissioners the powers vested in commis- sioners by 1868, ch. 313, § 6 ; 12 S. L. 556. 1870— (June 21). Ch. 387 ; 12 S. L. 1058, § 1. Acts in force con- cerning L. & N. H. R. R., on April 1, 1&70, revived, and time of construction extended to June 5, 1872. § 2. Additional names of corporators. (June 22). Ch. 399 ; 12 S. L. 1061. Town of Pittsfield may subscribe for the capital stock of, to a limited amount, in mode prescribed, and raise money therefor by loan or tax ; representation thereof at corporate meetings. 1872 — (March 8). Ch. 73 ; Acts and Res. 58. Time for construction extended to June 5, 1875. See Pittsfield and New Haven B. R. Co. M 426 Albany and West Stochbridge Railroad Company. ALBANY AND WEST STOCKBRIDGE RAILROAD COMPANY. (A NEW YORK CORPORATION.) 1841— (March 18). Ch. 131 ; 8 S. L. 235, § 4. Western Railroad Cor. required to assign all its interest in, to the Com- monwealth. 1855— (May 15). Ch. 347 ; 10 S. L. 410. Western R. R. Cor. may form a corporate union with the A. & W. S. R. R. Co. and the Hudson and Boston R. R. Cor., under the name of the Boston and Albany R. R. Cor. 1869— (June 23). Ch. 461 ; 12 S?L. 850, § 5. Boston and Albany R. R. Co. may form a corporate union with. HUDSON AND BOSTON RAILROAD CORPORATION. (A NEW YORK CORPORATION.) 1855— (May 15). Ch. 347 ; 10 S. L. 410. Western R. R. Cor. may form a corporate union with the H. & B. R. R. Cor., and the Albany and West Stockbridge R. R. Co., under the name of the Boston and Albany R. R. Cor. 1869— (June 23). Ch. 461 ; 12 S. L. 850, § 5.- Boston and Albany R. R. Co. may form a corporate union with. OLD COLONY RA IL ROAD COMPANY.* 1873 — (May 29). Ch. 324 ; Acts and Res. 859. May change loca- tion in Provincetown. * For other legislation concerning said company, see ante, pp. 21-23. Chelsea Branch Railroad Company. 427 FREIGHT RAILROAD COMPANIES. CHELSEA BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY. 1846— (April 10). Ch. 212 ; 8 S. L. 640. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. * § 2. Location from Eastern R. R., in Chelsea, to intersection with Boston and Maine R. R., in Maiden. [East Boston Freight R. R. Co. v. Eastern R. R. Co., 13 Allen R. 422.] § 3. Location of depot at Winnisimmet village, with a restric- tion as to taking stone, gravel, or other building mate- rials without consent ; right of certain land-owners to locate and build streets across the railroad, over, under, or on a level with ; the company liable for damages to said estates. [Location changed, enlarged or extended. 1847, ch. SO; 8 S. L. 696. Branch railroad and changes of location. 1864, ch. 117; 11 S. L. 519. Widening of draw in bridge across Chelsea creek.] § 4. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000 ; may hold real and personal estate. [1847, ch. 30 ; 8 S. L. 696, § 3 ; in- crease of 10,000 shares.] § 5. Location to be within one year, and construction within three years. § 6. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 7. May enter on Boston and Maine R. R. § 8. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 9. May transfer property and franchises to the Boston and Maine R. R. Co., or the Eastern R. R. Co. 1847— (Feb. 23). Ch. 30 ; 8 S. L. 696, § 1. May build a branch railroad from a point on its line, in Chelsea, to the East- ern R. R., in East Boston, and thence to deep water south-easterly of the E. R. R. depot, with the right to discontinue a part of former location, and with restric- tions and duty as to crossing of railroad and highwa}'s. [East Boston Freight R. R. Co. v. Eastern R. R. Co., 13 Allen R. 422 ; section repealed, so far as inconsistent, by 1851, ch. 236, § 2 ; 9 S. L. 355.] 428 Grand Junction Railroad and Depot Company. § 2. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 3. Maj T hold real estate in East Boston for railroad purposes, and increase capital stock by 10,000 shares. § 4. May sell or lease land to other companies for depot pur- poses. § 5. May enter on Eastern R. R. § 6. Location to be as required by law, and construction within three 3-ears. § 7. Applies provisions of other, acts as to purchase by the Commonwealth, and as to tolls, to the capital stock. 1847— (April 13). Ch. 182; 8 S. L. 770, § 1. Eastern R. R. Co. may make arrangements with the C. Br. R. R. Co., sub- ject to 1846, ch. 212 ; 8 S. L. 640, and 1847, ch. 30 ; 8 S. L. 696, for construction and exclusive use of tracks within the location of the C. Br. R. R. § 2. E. R. R. Co. may subscribe to the capital stock of, not exceeding one-fourth. [East Boston Freight R. R. Co. v. Eastern R. R. Co., 13 Allen R. 422.] (April 24). Ch. 257 ; 8 S. L. 818, § 1. May take the name of the Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. § 2. Powers and liabilities to remain the same under the new name. 1851— (May 23). Ch. 236 ; 9 S. L. 355, § 2. Repeals § 1 of 1847, ch. 30 ; 8 S. L. 696, as far as inconsistent with the act. 1864— (March 26). Ch. 117; 11 S. L. 519. Amending 1846, ch. 212 ; 8 S. L. 640, and acts in addition, and requiring the widening of draw to fort3' feet in railroad bridge across Chelsea creek, between East Boston and Chelsea. See Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. GRAND JUNCTION RAILROAD AND DEPOT COMPANY. 1847— (April 24). Ch. 257 ; 8 S. L. 818, § 1. Name changed from Chelsea Branch R. R. Co. § 2. Powers and liabilities to remain the same under the new name. [For location and capital stock, see Chelsea Branch R. R. Co. Location changed, enlarged or extended. 1848, ch. 264 ; 8 S. L. 971. Branch railroad. 1850, ch. 36; 9 S. L. 133. Change in East Boston. Grand Junction Railroad and Depot Company. 429 1851, ch. 236 ; 9 S. L. 355. In Somerville or Charlestown. 1852, ch. 306 ; 9 S. L. 554. Branches and changes of location. 1856, ch. 296 ; 10 S. L. 604. " " " " " 1866, ch. 278 ; 12 S. L. 143. " ' ' " 1867, ch. 342 ; 12 S. L. 353. _ " " " " " 1873, ch. 357 ; Acts and Res. 87». Branches and changes of location.] 1848— (May 6). Ch. 264 ; 8 S. L. 971, § 1. May maintain a branch railroad from depot on Winnisimmet lands, in Chelsea, to Boston and Maine R. R., in Charlestown or Somer- ville, and to Boston and Lowell R. R., and Fitchburg R. R., in Somerville. [East Boston Freight R. R. Co. v. Eastern R. R. Co., 13 Allen R. 422.] § 2. Restricted and regulated as to alteration of line on lands of Winnisimmet Co., in Chelsea, speed of engines, gates, signals, &c. § 3. Bridge across Mystic River and draw therein. [1848, ch. 325 ; 8 S. L. 1015 ; not to be used for laying vessels across the stream of the river.] . § 4. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 5. May enter on Fitchburg R. R., and Boston and Lowell R. R., and contract with them for freight. § 6. Location to be within eighteen months, and construction within three years. [1850, ch. 36 ; 9 S. L. 133 ; time extended one year.] (May 9). Ch. 292 ; 8 S. L. 988, § 1. May enter on Boston and Maine R. R., in Somerville. (May 10). Ch. 325; 8 S. L. 1015. Any railroad bridge across Charles or Mystic river not to be used for laying vessels across the stream of either. 1849— (May 2). Ch. 201 ; 9 S. L. 94, § 8. May enter on an exten- sion of the Eastern R. R., from road in North Chelsea,- to Commercial street, in Boston. [East Boston Freight R. R. Co. v. Eastern R. R. Co., 13 Allen R. 422.] 1850— (Feb. 25). Ch. 36 ; 9 S. L. 133, § 1. May alter location in East Boston. § 2. Time for location "and construction extended one year. 1851— (May 23). Ch. 236 ; 9 S. L. 355, § 1. May cross, at grade, certain streets in Chelsea, with provisos. 430 Grand Junction Railroad and Depot Company. § 2. Repeals § 1 of ch. 30, 1847 ; 8 S. L. 696, so far as incon- sistent. . § 3. May construct a piece of railroad from its located line in Somerville or Charleston, north of Middlesex canal, to said line, southerly of Milk Row. 1851— (May 24). Ch. 85 ; Acts and Res. 887. Concerning width of draw in bridge over Mystic River. [1853, ch. 121, § 6 ; 9 S. L. 632.] 1852— (May 21). Ch. 306 ; 9 S. L. 554, § 1. Eastern R. R. Co. and Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co., or either of them, mjiy construct a branch railroad from the Grand Junc- tion R. R., in Somerville, to Causeway street, in Boston, and to the Boston and Maine R. R., with provisions as to taking land, construction of bridge from the Prison Point bridge to the Boston shore, and the crossing of Prison Point bridge. [1853, ch. 387, § 1 ; 9 S. L. 765.] § 2. Alternative location with restrictions. [Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. v. County Commissioners of Mid- dlesex, 14 Gray R. 553. East Boston Freight R. R. Co. v. Eastern R. R. Co., 13 Allen R. 422.] § 3. May take land in Boston in case the location in § 2 is chosen ; ma}* exchange lands and arrange tracks to avoid danger to public travel. § 4. Location of this branch by one or the other route to be within one year, and construction within two years. [1854, ch. 46 ; 10 S. L. 20. 1854, ch. 395 ; 10 S. L. 212. 1855, ch. 149 ; 10 S. L. 328.] § 5. Maintenance of guards and signals at the crossing of the Fitchburg R. R. and Boston and Maine R. R. § 6. Grand Junction H. R. and Depot Co. may purchase the franchise and property of the E. R. R. Co. in East Boston, Chelsea and North Chelsea. § 7. E. R. R. Co. ma}*, for said purposes, increase its capital stock by $1,000,000 ; the shares to be paid for in cash or its bonds. § 8. Repeals that part of § 1 of 1849, ch. 201 ; 9 S. L. 94, which authorize the extension of the E. R. R. westerly, beyond Salem turnpike. § 9. Mode of assessing the damages for any land of the Com- monwealth taken under the act, at or near the state prison. § 10. Construction and maintenance of bridges and draws. Grand Junction Railroad and Depot Company. 431 § 11. Motive power and rate of speed for crossing streets in. Boston. 1853— (April 1). Ch. 121 ; 9 S. L. 632, § 6. Act for widening the draws in certain bridges over Mystic River not to affect Resolve, ch. 85, 1851 ; Acts and Res. 88-7, concerning the draw in the bridge of, across said river. (April 14). Ch. 151 ; 9 S. L. 645, § 2. Union R. R. Co. may enter on, and lease or transfer road, property and franchises to. 1854— (Feb. 25). Ch. 37 ; 10 S. L. 16, § 1. Corporate union with the Union R. R. Co., under name of G. J. R. R. & Depot Co., the new corporation succeeding to the powers and liabilities of both. § 2. Time for construction of the-U. R. R. extended to June 1, 1855. (April 15). Ch. 310; 10 S. L. 170, § 1. Eastern R. R. Co. may maintain a railroad from the Saugus Branch R. R. to the G. J. R. R. in South Maiden. (April 28). Ch. 395 ; 10 S. L. 212. Time for construction of extension authorized by 1852, ch. 306 ; 9 S. L. 554, extended four months. 1855— (May 19). Ch. 400 ; 10 S. L. 434, § 1. Charles River R. R. Co. may cross. § 7. Said C. R. R. R. Co. not prohibited from crossing the G. J. R. R. at grade. (May 19). Ch. 407; 10 S. L. 443, § 1. Certain dikes and dams authorized in Cambridgeport not to be erected within location of, except by consent. (May 19). Ch. 415 ; 10 S. L. 448, § 2. Cambridgeport R. R. Co. may unite with, near the crossing of Broadway street. 1856— (June 6). Ch. 296 ; 10 S. L. 604, § 1. Change of grade in Somerville, so as to pass under the Boston and Lowell R. R. § 2. Construction of the bridge and location of tracks. 432 Grand Junction Railroad and Depot Company. , §3. Changes of grade ; land damages ; location to be filed ; authority to remove part of embankment and road-bed of G. J. R. R. & Depot Co. ; the work to be done under a commissioner, with mode of enforcing his award. [Fitchburg R. R. Co. v. Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co., 1 Allen R. 552, 4 Allen R. 198.] § 4.. Cost of maintaining a connection between the Boston and Lowell R. R., the Grand Junction R. R., and the Fitch- burg R. R., how determined, paid and collected. § 5. Use by the G. J. R. R. & Depot Co. and Fitchburg R. R. Co. of the tracks of each other. § 6. G. J. R. R. & Depot Co. not authorized to take the main tracks of F. R. R. Co., in Somerville ; location of former company on the northerly side of, and across the latter's tracks. § 7. Restriction as to estate of Elizabeth Joy. § 8. Commissioner to be appointed by the governor under § 3. 1856— (June 6). Ch. 304; 10 S. L. 613. Wharf of Luther Drew adjoining land and flats of, in East Boston. 1857— (May 8). Ch. 128 ; 10 S. L. 680, § 5. May use a connecting track between Boston and Lowell R. R. and Fitchburg R. R. in Somerville. (May 18). Ch. 166; 10 S. L. 698, § 2. North American Depot and Wharf Co. may purchase the estate and fran- chises of. § 4. Said N..A. D. & W. Co. to succeed, on a purchase, to cer- tain liabilities of; and creditors may exchange claims for stock in said wharf company. 1858— (March 27). Ch. 147 ; 1© S. L. 828. Dikes or dams in Cam- bridge on marshes adjoining. 1862— (March 22). Ch. 79 ; 11 S. L. 284, § 2. East Boston Freight R. R. Co. may lease or purchase the said railroad or a part thereof. § 5. Not released by the act from contracts or liabilities. 1863— (Feb. 7). Ch. 14; 11 S. L. 338, § 2. Mystic River R. R. and the said G. J. R. R. & Depot Co. may enter on each other, by consent. [1864, ch. 54 ; 11 S. L. 490.] Grand Junction Mailroad and Depot Company. 433 1863— (April 4). Ch. 132 ; *11 S. L. 395, § 2. Somerville Horse R. R. Co. may cross, in Somerville, with restrictions. 1864— (Feb. 29). Ch. 54; 11 S. L. 490, § 2. Mystic River R. R. Co. and the said G. J. R. R. & Depot Co. may cross each other. [1863, ch. 14 ; 11 S. L. 338.] (March 26). Ch. 117 ; 11 S. L. 519. Requires a draw of forty feet in width in railroad bridge across Chelsea creek, between East Boston and Chelsea, to be completed within four months, amending 1846, ch. 212 ; 8 S. L. 640, and acts in addition thereto. (May 13). Ch. 264 ; 11 S. L. 587. Act authorizing the East Boston Freight R. R. Co. to issue bonds secured by mortgage, not to affect rights in property now or form- erly belonging to the G. J. R. R. & Depot Co. 1866— (May 28). Ch. 278 ; 12 S. L. 143, § 1. Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor. may purchase lands, wharves, docks and flats, in East Boston, and railroads and franchises of the G. J. R. R. & Depot Co., the Union R. R. Co., or the East Boston Freight R. R. Co. [1867, ch. 342 ; 12 S. L. 353 ; change of location.] § 2. Other railroad corporations may, within three years, join in the purchase, on certain terms ; the purchasing corpo- rations to furnish facilities to other corporations named. § 3. If not purchasing in three months, then, within six months, the B. & W. R. R. Cor. may take the property aforesaid, and locate and construct a railroad on a route described, from Brookline to East Boston, not interfering with the rights of certain other railroad corporations named. ■ § 4. Persons, corporations and parties holding property in trust may sell to the B. & W. R. R. Cor. § 5. Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co. may construct a rail- road from its line in Newton or Brighton to Somerville, with restrictions as to taking property and location described in this act, and securing compensation to the B. & W. R. R. Cor. § 6. Location of B., H. & E. R. R. Co., under the act, to be within two years, and construction within four years. §§ 7, 8. Rights and remedies under the act ; damages for prop- erty taken ; remedies of Fitchburg R. R. Co., B. & W. R. R. Cor., and other parties, not to be impaired. 55 434 Grand Junction Railroad and Depot Company. § 9. Act not to be construed to permit applications to the supreme judicial court in certain cases, or the use of other roads. [Act amended by 1867, ch. 342 ; 12 S. L. 353.] 1867— (June 1). Ch. 342 ; 12 S. L. 353, § 1. Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor. may vary location on Chelsea creek and other portion of railroad authorized by 1866, ch. 278 ; 12 S. L. 143. § 2. Eastern R. R. Co. may locate a railroad from Chelsea to Somerville, upon the location of the G. J. R. R., but not to interfere with the location of the B. & W. R. R., with provision as to respective rights of the E. R. R. Co. and B. & W. R. R. Cor. § 3. No location to be within twenty feet of Union Park, in Chelsea. [1867, ch. 270, § 18 ; 12 S. L. 305.] § 4. As to land in Somerville taken under 1866, ch. 278 ; 12 S. L. 143, and tracks of Fitchburg R. R., and connecting track between the Boston and Lowell R. R., Fitchburg R. R., and G. J. R. R., and bridge at intersection of Boston and Lowell R. R. § 5. Location under 1866, ch. 278 ; 12 S. L. 143, so far as inconsistent with this act, void, saving remedies of Fitchburg R. R. Co. under 1856, ch. 296 ; 10 S. L. 604 ; 1857, ch. 128; 10 S. L. 680, and 1866, ch. 278; 12 S. L. 143. § 6. B. & W. R. R. Cor. and Eastern R. R. Co. to be subject to general laws in the exercise of the powers granted. § 7. Both corporations may make locations under §§ 1, 2, within one year. § 8. Eastern R. R. Co. shall widen the bridge on the Salem turnpike in Chelsea, in manner provided, and expense to be shared by other companies. [Amended by 1869, ch. 256 ; 12 S. L. 733.] § 9. Construction of act as to Commonwealth's flats, below high- water mark, and interference with navigation. 1869— (April 27). Ch. 212; 12 S. L. 698. Boston and Albany R. R. Co. may fill up lands, wharves, docks and flats, con- veyed by the G. J. R. R. & Depot Co. to Shaw and others, by mortgage of July 1, 1850, and now belonging to the Boston and Albany R. R. Co., and erect buildings thereon, subject to approval of harbor commissioners. [1866, ch. 278 ; 12 S. L. 143, § 1.] Cambridgeport Railroad Company. 435 1870— (Feb. 7). Ch. 9 ; 12 S. L. 873, § 2. Branch railroad of the Boston and Lowell R. R. to Mystic River R. R. may cross the Grand Junction branch of the Boston and Albany R. R., at grade. 1873— (June 11). Ch. 357 ; Acts and Res. 879. Change of location authorized. See Chelsea Branch R. R. Co. Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor. Boston and Albany R. R. Co. CAMBRIDGEPORT RAILROAD COMPANY. 1855— (May 19). Ch. 415 ; 10 S. L. 448. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from crossing of the Grand Junction R. R. by Broadway street, in Cambridge, by a certain route again to the said G. J. R. R. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $25,000. § 4. May hold real and personal estate ; restriction on the power to take land without consent of Hancock Free Bridge Cor. and of Cambridge R. R. Co. ; the bridge company authorized to release a right of way to. § 5. Motive-power limited to horse-power ; subject to control of mayor and aldermen of Cambridge, and of Hancock Free Bridge Cor. § 6. Location to be within one year, and construction within three years. UNION RAILROAD COMPANY. 1848— (May 10). Ch. 296 ; 8 S. L. 990. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the Fitchburg R. R., in Somerville, near intersection with Boston and Lowell R. R., across marshes and Charles River to Boston and Worcester R. R., in Brookline, with restrictions as to bridge over Charles River and crossing of highways. [1853, ch. 151 ; 9 S. L. 645 ; as to crossing streets in Cambridge and Somerville.] § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $150,000, of which $70,000 may be invested in real estate. 436 Union Railroad Company. § 4. May enter on the Fitchburg, the Boston and Lowell, and the Boston and Worcester railroads, and may contract with said companies for equipment and running. § 5. As to construction and use of bridge across Charles River and draw. [1848, ch. 297 ; 8 S. L. 992.] § 6. Restriction as to speed in crossing streets or roads, and provision as to gates, flags and bridges. § 7. May transfer property and franchise to either of connecting companies. § 8. Subject to use by other companies, under legislative au- thority. § 9. Reduction of tolls by the legislature. § 10. Location to be within eighteen months, and construction within three years. [1849, ch. 83 ; 9 S: L. 30. Time for location extended one year. 1852, ch. 260; 9 S. L. 541. Time for location and construction extended two years. 1854, ch. 37 ; 10 S. L. 16, § 2. Time for construction extended to June 1, 1855.] 1848— (May 10). Ch. 297; 8 S. L. 992. Bridge across Charles River to be located and constructed under the direction of a commissioner appointed by the governor. 1849— (April 5). Ch. 83; 9 S. L. 30. Time for location extended one year. 1852— (May 20). Ch. 260 ; 9 S. L. 541. Time for location and con- struction extended two years. 1853— (April 14). Ch. 151 ; 9 S. L. 645, § 1. Manner of construc- tion across streets in Cambridge and Somerville. § 2. May enter on, or lease or transfer its property and fran- chises to, the Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co., which may build said U. R. R. § 3. Inconsistent provisions of 1848, ch. 296 ; 8 S. L. 990, repealed. „ 1854— (Feb. 25). Ch. 37; 10 S. L. 16, § 1. Corporate union with the Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co., under the latter name, the new corporation succeeding to the powers and liabilities of both. § 2. Time for construction of U. R. R. extended to June 1, 1855. 1855— (May 19). Ch. 400; 10 S. L. 434, §§ 1, 7. Charles River R. R. Co. may, with its«extension, cross. East Boston Freight Railroad Company. 437 1864— (Feb. 29). Ch. 54 ; 11 S. L. 490, § 2. Mystic River R. R. and the U. R. R. Co., or its owner, may enter on each other. 1866— (May 28). Ch. 278 ; 12 S. L. 143, §§ 1, 2, 3, 7. Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor., or other companies uniting, may purchase or take. § 5. Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co. may construct a branch railroad on location of, to a limited extent. § 8. Rights of Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor. under mortgage on ; damages of land-owners whose land or property has been taken for. See Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor. Boston and Albany R. R. Co. EAST BOSTON FREIGHT RAILROAD COMPANY. 1862— (March 22). Ch. 79 ; 11 S. L. 284. Original charter.. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. May lease or purchase the Grand Junction R. R., or any part thereof. § 3. May connect said road with wharves and docks in Chelsea and East Boston, with consent of the owners thereof, and approval of mayor and aldermen of the respective cities. § 4. Capital stock to be $25,000 ; restriction on the issue of shares. § 5. Land not to be taken without consent of owners ; rights of persons and corporations not to be affected by the act, nor the Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. to be released from contract or existing liability. § 6. Application for appointment of commissioners under ch. 63, § 117 of the General Statutes, or use of other roads under said chapter not authorized by the act. 1863— (Feb. 7). Ch. 14; 11 S. L. 338, § 2. Mystic River R. R. and the E. B. F. R. R. Co. may enter on each other, by consent. 1864— (May 13). Ch. 264; 11 S. L. 587. May issue bonds to the amount of $140,000, secured by mortgage on any por- tion of railroad or property to which the company may have title ; the act not to affect the rights of parties as to the property of the Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co., now or formerly belonging to said company. 438 East Boston Railroad Company. 1866— (May 28). Ch. 278 ; 12 S. L. 143, § 1, Boston and Worces- ter R. R. Cor. may purchase the railroad, property and franchises of, together with those of other corporations. 5 2. Union of other companies in such purchase provided for. § 3. B. & W. R. R. Cor., if not purchasing within a certain time, may take the same, and locate, maintain and construct a railroad thereupon. §§ 5, 6. Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R. Co. may build a rail- road on the location of, to a limited extent. § 7. Remedies relating to E. B. F. R. R. Co. may be enforced in Middlesex county ; right of E. B. F. R. R. Co. to damages. 1869— (March 20). Ch. 105 ; 12 S. L. 644, § 3. N. M. Jewett may unite a railway track with, on terms to be agreed upon. (June 23). Ch. 459 ; 12 S. L. 844, § 9. Great Northern R. R. Co. may purchase, lease or enter on. See Grand Junction R. R. and Depot Co. Boston and Worcester R. R. Cor. Boston and Albany R. R. Co. EAST BOSTON KATT.KOAD COMPANY. 1873 — (March 8). Ch. 66 ; Acts and Res. 521. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, subject to laws relating to street railroad corporations. § 2. Location on streets in East Boston and land connecting such streets, for conveyance of freight only, with side- tracks to wharves. § 3. May connect with the tracks of other railroad corpora- tions in East Boston, with the duty to receive and de- liver freight cars at its connections ; provision as to motive-power. § 4. Tolls and rates, and restrictions relative thereto. § 5. Right, upon certain conditions, to use the tracks of street railways. § 6. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000. ? 7. Time of construction may be extended by the railroad commissioners for a further period, not exceeding one vear. Commercial Freight Railway Company. 439 COMMERCIAL FREIGHT RAILWAY COMPANY. 1866— (May 26). Ch. 267 ; 12 S. L. 139. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from the freight stations of Boston and Lowell R. R., in Lowell and Minot streets, in Boston, to Union wharf, to be used for transportation of freight only, with provision as to turnouts, tracks and rates of compensa- tion. § 3. Any steam railroad company, by whose road said street railway passes, may connect its tracks with the said C. F. R. Co., said company being bound to receive and de- liver freight cars at such connection. § 4. May use street railways on certain terms. § 5. Capital stock not to exceed $100,000. § 6. Manner and time of running cars to be regulated by mayor and aldermen. § 7. Act to be accepted by the city council. 1867— (Feb. 14). Ch. 31 ; 12 S. L. 178, § 1. Fitchburg R. R. Co. may connect with track of, at Causeway street. (April 25). Ch. 170 ; 12 S. L. 252, § 6. May form corporate union with Marginal Freight R. Co. § 16. Marginal Freight R. Co. not to construct a railroad on the location of the C. F. R. Co., except in case of a corporate union or by consent in writing. 1873— (April 25). Ch. 235 ; Acts and Res. 636. Rights of, not to be affected by act concerning the Union Freight R. R. Co. UNION FREIGHT HORSE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1863— (April 29). Ch. 241 ; 11 S. L. 454. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with location from freight sta- tion of Boston and Lowell R. R., in Lowell or Brighton streets, in Boston, over certain streets to Boston and Providence R. R., thence upon streets designated by mayor and aldermen, with provisions as to consent of the mayor and aldermen, distance from sidewalks, notice to abutters, and rates of compensation. § 2. Motive-power to be horse-power only ; rate of speed, mode of use, and form of rail to be regulated by mayor and aldermen. 440 Marginal Freight Railway Company. § 3. Repairs of streets, and liability for injuries to persons and to the city. § 4. Penalties for obstructing use. § 5. Capital stock not to exceed $300,000. § 6. May hold real estate. § 7. Subject to purchase by the city after ten years. § 8. Construction and grade to be determined by mayor and aldermen. § 9. May connect with steam railroads by consent. § 10. May connect with horse railroad tracks by consent of the owners thereof and of the mayor and aldermen of Boston. § 11. Right of the city to take up public streets traversed by said raih'oads. § 12. Mayor and aldermen may discontinue tracks. § 13. Company to be deemed a railroad corporation as to annual reports and provisions concerning horse or street rail- roads. § 14. Act to have effect only upon acceptance by the city council and the corporation, and upon payment of ten per cent, of capital stock within one year. MARGINAL FREIGHT RAILWAY COMPANY. 1867— (April 25). Ch. 170 ; 12 S. L. 252. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with privileges and duties per- taining to street railway corporations. § 2. May construct, maintain and use a street railway, in Bos- ton, under the direction of the board of aldermen, with provisions as to turnouts, tracks, rails and a location from the tracks of Boston and Worcester R. R., in Lin- coln or South street to Federal street, and from the freight tracks of the Old Colony and Newport R. to Federal street ; thence to Rowe's wharf, India street, Commercial street to a connection with the freight tracks of the Boston and Lowell R. R. Co., with the right to make side-tracks to wharves and warehouses on certain conditions. § 3. Freight only to be transported, and motive-power to be horse-power only, unless other power is sanctioned by the board of aldermen. § 4. Steam railway corporations required to connect their tracks with said M. F. R. Co., which is also required to receive and deliver freight cars at such connections. § 5. Rates of transportation, how fixed. Marginal Freight Railway Company. 441 § 6. May form a corporate union with the Commercial Freight R. Co. § 7. M&j enter on the tracks of street railway corporations on certain conditions, with remedy in case of disagreement. § 8. May widen and alter certain streets ; certain powers and duties vested in said company, and other companies the tracks of which are to be connected with its tracks. § 9. Board of aldermen may, on application of said company, straighten and widen streets, the company paying one- half of the cost. § 10. Repair of the paving between the curb-stones of the streets used, to be maintained by. ■ § 11. Board of aldermen may give to other street railway com- panies having a location in the streets occupied by said M. F. R. Co., another location on their application. § 12. May erect elevators, purchase and hold real estate, and collect tolls. § 13. Capital stock not to exceed $1,000,000, but no liabilities to be incurred until one-half of stock has been sub- scribed and twenty per cent, paid in. § 14. Several railroad companies authorized to subscribe to a limited amount of the stock of, within a certain time after determination of amount or a notice of increase which is required to be given by the M. F. R. Co. § 15. Freight cars arriving on one railroad and destined to another, to be taken over the M. F. R. without breaking bulk when containing a full average load. § 16. Restricted as to construction upon the location of the Commercial Freight R. Co. § 17. Manner and time of running cars to be regulated by the board of aldermen. § 18. Act to take effect upon acceptance by board of aldermen.* [1872, ch. 342 ; Acts and Res. 279, § 7, repeals the entire act.] 1868— (April 1). Ch. 97 ; 12 S. L. 433, § 2. Connection with, and use of, by the Albany Street Freight R. Co. (May 1). Ch. 175 ; 12 S. L. 471, §§ 2, 3. Connection with, and use of, by the South Boston Freight R. Co. 1869— (March 6). Ch. 56; 12 S. L. 612, § 1. City of Boston in laying certain temporary railway tracks for building At- lantic avenue not to interfere with chartered rights of, or unreasonably to incommode said M. F. R. Co, 56 442 Union Freight Railroad Company. § 2. City may, for above purpose, use the tracks of the M. F. R. Co. for a compensation to be determined by the board of aldermen. 1869— (June 23). Ch. 459 ; 12 S. L. 844, § 9. Great Northern R. R. Co. may purchase or lease the whole or a part of. (June 23). Ch. 461 ; 12 S. L. 850, § 5. Boston and Albany may purchase or lease, connect with, enter upon, sub- scribe for and hold, the whole or any part of the railroad, property, franchises or capital stock of, or loan money to, or make contracts with ; said M. F. R. Co. may locate and construct its tracks on Atlantic avenue, con- tract with the chVy of Boston for extension of Broad street and for laying its tracks thereon, or, no contract being made within two months, may take, purchase and hold a certain strip of land. [1872, ch. 342 ; Acts and Res. 279, § 7, repeals said act as far as it relates to M. F. R. Co.] 1872— (May 6). Ch. 342 ; Acts and Res. 279, § 6. Union Freight R. R. Co. shall, within four months, take the tracks of, subject to laws relating to the taking of land by railroad companies and the compensation to be made therefor. § 7. Repeals 1867, ch. 170; 12 S. L. 252, and so much of 1869, ch. 461 ; 12 S. L. 850, as relates to said M. F. R. Co. 1873— (April 25). Ch. 235 ; Acts and Res. 636. Rights of, not to be affected b}' act concerning the Union Freight R. R. See Union Freight R. R. Co. XTNION FREIGHT RAILROAD COMPANY. 1872 — (May 6). Ch. 342 ; Acts and Res. 279. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers ijpr a railroad for the conveyance of freight only between the terminal points of the several steam railroads entering the city of Boston, and extending through portions of streets enumerated and others determined from time to time by the board of aldermen ; and for side tracks to wharves and ware- houses with the approval of said board ; rails to be of a Union Freight Railroad Company. 443 pattern for freight cars and approved by said board ; subject to general laws in relation to street and other railway corporations as far as applicable. § 2. Railroad corporations by whose roads said U. F. R. R. passes, may connect their tracks with, and said U. F. R. R. Co. shall receive and deliver freight cars at said connections and haul the same at established rates ; the cars may, at night, be drawn by steam-power, subject to the regulation of the board of aldermen. § 3. Tolls limited to such as will pay expenses and five per cent, semi-annual dividends. § 4. May enter on the tracks of street railroads, and strengthen and improve the same, the conditions of use and com- pensation to be determined in manner prescribed. § 5. Capital stock not to exceed $500,000. § 6. Shall, within four months, take the tracks of the Marginal Freight R. Co., subject to laws for taking land and the compensation therefor. § 7. Repeals 1867, ch. 170; 12 S. L. 252, for incorporating said M. F. R. Co., and so much of 1869, ch. 461 ; 12 S. L. 850, as relates thereto. § 8. Corporate powers conferred, > to cease unless a suitable track, as provided in the act, shall within one year be constructed, connecting one or more steam railroads on the northerly side of the city with one or more on the southerly side ; with the power in the railroad commis- sioners, for sufficient cause, to extend said time not ex- ceeding one year. § 9. Act subject to amendment or repeal, and the corporation may be annulled or dissolved by the legislature. 1873— (April 14). Ch. 187 ; Acts and Res. 604, §' 2. Connection of the Old Colony R. R. with the tracks of. (April 25) . Ch. 235 ; Acts and Res. 636. Authorized and required to receive and deliver passenger cars at each of its connections with the tracks of other companies, and to haul the same over its road at established rates, saving rights of the Commercial Freight R. and Marginal Freight R. companies. See Marginal Freight R. Go. 444 South Boston Freight Railway Company. ALBANY STREET FREIGHT RAILWAY COMPANY. 1868— (April 1). Ch. 97 ; 12 S. L. 433. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, as in laws relating to street rail- way corporations. § 2. Location in Boston from city stables on Albanj- street to connections with Boston and Albany^ R. R. and Old Colony and Newport R., and southward upon Albany street, subject to direction of board of aldermen ; but not to connect with or run over street railways except • the Marginal Freight R. § 3. Freight only to be transported, and motive power to be horse-power only, unless the use of other motive power is sanctioned by the board of aldermen, with provisions as to tolls and the limit thereof. § 4. Ma}' unite with other railway corporations. J; 5. Repair of paving between the rails and three feet outside thereof, to be maintained by said company to the satisfac- tion of the superintendent of streets ; the said board to have power to regulate time and manner of running cars. § 6. Capital stock not to exceed §300,000. [1870, ch. 30 ; 12 S. L. 881 ; reduction to $75,000.] § 7. Act to take effect upon acceptance by said board. 1870— (Feb. 21). Ch. 30; 12 S. L. 881. May reduce capital stock to $75,000. SOUTH BOSTON FREIGHT RAILWAY COMPANY. 1868— (May 1). Ch. 175 ; 12 S. L. 471. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, as in laws relating to street rail- way corporations. § 2. Location on streets in Boston, under direction of board of aldermen, commencing on easterly end of First street, and thence to connect with the tracks of the Old Col- ony and Newport R., the Boston, Hartford and Erie R. R., and the Marginal Freight R. with side tracks, turn- outs and rails, as approved by said board. § 3. May enter on and use the tracks of the Broadway R. and Metropolitan R., at certain points on terms prescribed, but not street railways other than these and the said M. F. R. Mystic River Railroad. 445 § 4. Motive power to be horse-power only, except with authority of the board of aldermen ; restriction as to tolls. § 5. May unite with other railway corporations. § 6. Repair of streets between rails and three feet outside to be maintained by the company ; time and manner of run- ning cars to be regulated b} r said board. § 7. Capital stock not to exceed $300,000. § 8. Act to take effect upon acceptance by said board. [1870, ch. 253 ; 12 S. L. 998. Revives the act, and extends time for organization two years. 1872, ch. 183 ; Acts and Res. 133. Time for organization extended to May 1, 1874, and for location and construction six months beyond said date.] 1869— (June 23). Ch. 461 ; 12 S. L. 850, § 5. Boston and Albany R. R. Co. may purchase or lease, connect with, enter on, subscribe for and hold the whole or any part of the railroad, property, franchises, or capital stock of, or loan money to, or make contracts with. 1870— (May 16). Ch. 253 ; 12 S. L. 998. Charter granted by 1868, ch. 175 ; 12 S. L. 471, revived, with power to organize within two j r ears. 1872 — (April 9). Ch. 183; Acts and Res. 133. Time for organiza- tion extended to Mayl, 1874, and for location and con- struction six months beyond said date. MYSTIC RIVER RAILROAD. 1853— (May 25). Ch. 415 ; 9 S. L. 771. Original charter. § 1 . Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location from Boston and Maine R. R., in Somerville, to the end of a structure authorized to be built by the Mys- tic River corporation. [1855, ch. 430 ; 10 S. L. 454 ; repeals part of location.] § 3. Crossing of Tuft's mill pond and certain land or flats on piles, with a provision as to draws, width, use and number. § 4. Limited as to width of land to be taken between certain points. § 5. Capital stock not to exceed $200,000. [1859, ch. 5 ; 10 S. L. 842 ; amount reduced to $100,000.] 446 Mystic River Railroad. § 6. Location to be within two years, and construction within three years. [1855, ch. 430 ; 10 S. L. 454 ; time ex- tended two years.] [Time extended. 1857, ch. 89 ; 10 S. L. 665. Two years. 1859, ch. 5 ; 10 S. L. 842. 1861, ch. 2; 11 S. L. 124. 1863, ch. 14; 11 S. L. 338. 1864, ch. 54; 11 S. L. 490. For organization, two years. 1865, ch. 56; 11 S. L. 630. For location to May 1, 1868, and for construction to May 1, 1869. 1868, ch. 21 ; 12 S. L. 393. For location to May 1, 1870, and for construction to May 1, 1871. 1870, ch. 101 ; 12 S. L. 920. For location to May 1, 1871, and for construction to May 1, 1873.] § 7. Conditions as to subscription and paj-ment precedent to act taking effect. § 8. May connect with, and enter on, tracks of the Boston and Maine R. R., in Somerville, with reciprocal right in said B. & M. R. R. Cor. ; and required to raise track to conform to that of the Eastern R. R. near point of junction. 1854— (Feb. 24). Ch. 31 ; 10 S. L. 12, § 1. May locate and con- struct the railroad from the Boston and Maine R. R. between the crossings of said B. & M. R. R. by the Eastern R. R. south of Cambridge street and Prison Point bridge, to land or flats of Gerrish and others, with restrictions as to location of engine house, rate of speed, and conditions of grant being same as in § 2 of 1853, ch. 415; 9 S.L. 771. § 2. Location under this act to be within two years, and con- struction within three years. [1855, ch. 430 ; 10 S. L. 454, extends time two years.] 1855— (May 21). Ch. 430 ; 10 S. L. 454. Time for location and construction under 1853, ch. 415 ; 9 S. L. 771, and 1854, ch. 31 ; 10 S. L. 12, extended two years, repealing part of location under the first act, and so much of both acts as refers to 1852, ch. 105 ; 9 S. L. 472. 1857— (April 24). Ch. 89 ; 10 S. L. 665. Time for location and construction extended two years. 1859— (Jan. 31). Ch. 5 ; 10 S. L. 842, § 1. Capital stock not to exceed $100,000, of which $80,000 shall be subscribed and twenty per cent, paid in before location. Mystic River Railroad. 447 » § 2. Time for location and construction extended two years. § 3. Inconsistent provisions repealed. 1861— (Jan. 23). Ch. 2 ; 11 S. L. 124. Time for location and con- struction extended two years. • 1863— (Feb. 7). Ch. 14 ; 11 S. L. 338. Time for location and con- struction extended two years. § 2. May connect its tracks with, and enter on, in Charlestown or Somerville, the Eastern, the Boston and Lowell, the East Boston Freight, and the Grand Junction railroads by consent, with reciprocal right in those companies. • § 3. No additional power to cross tracks of other companies at grade without consent. 1864— (Feb. 29). Ch. 54 ; 11 S. L. 490, § 1. Revives 1853, ch. 415 ; 9 S. L. 771, which incorporated the railroad, and acts in amendment thereof, and extends time for organization two years. § 2. May connect with, and enter on, the Grand Junction R. R. between points in Charlestown and Brookline, and Union R. R., with reciprocal rights in those companies ; saving rights of Fitchburg R. R. Co. [1866, ch. 278, § 8 ; 12 S. L. 143 ; rights under the act confirmed.] § 3. May cross the Boston and Maine R. R. and Eastern R. R. at grade, on certain conditions ; provision as to trains approaching the crossing. 1865— (March 2). Ch. 56 ; 11 S. L. 630. Time for location ex- tended to May 1, 1868, and for construction to May 1, 1869, with a proviso that the road shall be built upon piles upon the flats of the Mystic River Cor., before they are complete^ filled. 1866— (May 28). Ch. 278; 12 S. L. 143, § 8. Rights of, under 1864, ch. 54, § 2 ; 11 S. L. 490, not to be impaired by the act. » 1868— (Feb. 17). Ch. 21 ; 12 S. L. 393. Time for location extended to May 1, 1870, and for construction to May 1, 1871. 1869— (June 23). Ch. 459, ; 12 S. L. 844, § 9. Great Northern R, R. Co. may purchase, lease or enter on and use. 448 Ckarlestown Freight Railroad Company. 1869— (June 23). Ch. 461 ; 12 S. L. 850, § 5. Boston and Albany R. R. Co. may purchase or lease, connect with, enter on and use, subscribe for the whole or any part of the rail- road, property, franchises, or capital stock of, or loan money to, or make contract with. • 1870— (Feb. 7). Ch. 9 ; 12 S. L. 873, § 1. Boston and Lowell R, R. Cor. may construct a branch running to. § 3. B. & L. R. R. Cor. may connect with, enter on, and lease or purchase. § 4. B. & L. R. R. Cor. may purchase lands on the line of. (March 19). Ch. 101 ; 12 S. L. 920. Time for location ex- tended to May 1, 1871, and for construction to May 1, 1873. CHAELESTOWlir FREIGHT RAILROAD COMPANY. 1861— (Jan. 31). Ch. 15 ; 11 S. L. 129. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with a location from Boston and Chelsea R. R., in Charlestown, opposite Medford street, over streets to Boston and Maine R. R. ; location to be fixed by mayor and aldermen, with notice to abutters. § 2. May, with consent, enter on Boston and Chelsea R. R., Middlesex R. R. and Boston and Maine R. R. § 3. Construction and maintenance and grade to be under direction of mayor and aldermen. § 4. Repair and obstruction of streets, liability for injuries by servants, and indemnity of city against damages. § 5. Motive power to be horse-power only ; speed and mode of use to be regulated by mayor and aldermen. § 6. Wilful obstructions of its cars. § 7. Wilful obstructions of streets by. § 8. Capital stock not to exceed $15,000. § 9. May hold real estate. § 10. Streets liable to be taken up by the city. § 11. Annual returns to the legislature. § 12. Act to be accepted by the mayor and aldermen and the corporation, ten per cent, of capital stock to be paid in, and location to be filed before Nov. 1, 1863. § 13. Subject to discontinuance by mayor and aldermen. Weymouth Branch Freight Railroad Company, 449 WEYMOUTH BRANCH FREIGHT RAILROAD COMPANY. 1870— (March 4). Ch. 48 ; 12 S. L. 895. Original charter. § 1 . Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location in Weymouth, from South Shore R. R. to prem- ises of We3*mouth Iron Co., with right to enter on said S. S. R. R. and to contract with S. S. R. R. Co. and the Old Colony and Newport R. Co. to maintain and operate said road. § 3. May sell, assign or lease its railroad, franchise and prop- erty to the S. S. R. R. Co., or the O. C. & N. R. Co. § 4. Weymouth Iron Co., the S. S. R. R. Co. and the O. C. & N. R. Co. may subscribe for stock of. § 5. Capital stock not to exceed $50,000. § 6. Location to be within two years, and construction within three years. GRANITE RAILWAY COMPANY. Location in Quincy and Milton, see ante, 30-32. STONE QUARRY RAILROAD COMPANY. Location in Westford, see ante, 275. 57 450 Miscellaneous Railroads and Tracks. MISCELLANEOUS KAILKOADS AND RAILROAD TRACKS. NORTH AMERICAN STEAM COACH COMPANY. 1833— (March 14). Ch. 96 ; 7 S. L. 331. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers for using carriages propelled by steam, on common or other roads.. § 2. May hold real estate not exceeding $50,000, and personal estate not exceeding $50,000. § 3. Name of company to be affixed on its carriages.* § 4. Real estate of company to be in Suffolk and Essex counties. § 5. Restrictions on company as to construction and use of roads. § 6. Organization and putting in use of steam coaches to be within two years. § 7. Henry A. Breed to call the first meeting in manner pre- scribed. PNEUMATIC DISPATCH COMPANY OP MASSACHUSETTS. 1867— (June 1). Ch. 329 ; 12 S. L. 345. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with location in Suffolk, Norfolk, Middlesex and Essex counties, and with power to locate and construct pneumatic tubes, with cars or trucks to run thereon, for conve}'ing letters, parcels, mails, mer- chandise and property. § 2. Capital stock to be $500,000, with provision for increase thereof. 1868— (May 14). Ch. 208 ; 12 S. L. 489. May convey passengers. Miscellaneous Railroads and Tracks. 451 WORCESTER RAILROAD COMPANY. 1829— (June 12). Ch. 26 ; 6 S. L. 817. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers, with location from coal mines, in Worcester, to Quinsigamond pond, and also to the Blackstone canal. § 2. Ma} r hold real and personal estate, not exceeding $50,000. §§ 3, 4. Filing of location and land damages. §§ 5, 6. Crossing of public and private ways ; rates of toll. § 7. Malicious injuries to railroad and property. § 8. Construction to be within three years, and act subject to amendment or repeal. •WORCESTER BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY, No. 1. 1838— (April 25). Ch. 195 ; 8 S. L. 80. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. [1841, ch. 100; 8 S. L. 221.] § 2. Location in Worcester from Lincoln square to Boston and Worcester R. R., on certain streets. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed $50,000. § 4. Restrictions as to taking land, entry on other railroads, and motive power. § 5. Organization and location to be within two years, and construction within three years. See Worcester Branch R. R. Co., No. 2. WORCESTER BRANCH RAILROAD COMPANY, NO. 2. 1841— (March 17). Ch. 100 ; 8 S. L. 221. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers. § 2. Location in Worcester from Lincoln square to Boston and Worcester R. R., across certain streets. § 3. Capital stock not to exceed §50,000 ; may hold real estate. § 4. Organization and location to be with,in two years, and con- struction within three years. [1844, ch. 8 ; 8 S. L. 314 ; time for construction extended one year.] § 5. Rate of speed. 1844— (Feb. 5). Ch. 8; 8 S. L. 314. Time for construction ex- tended one year. 452 Miscellaneous Railroads and Tracks. 1845— (March 5). Ch. 102 ; 8 S. L. 440, § 5. Worcester and Nashua R. R. Co. ma}- enter on. § 14. W. & N. R. R. Co. may purchase or hire said railroad. 1846— (April 16). Ch. 247; 8 S. L. 656, §§ 5, 6. Fitchburg and Worcester R. R. Co. may purchase or hire or enter on said railroad, or the two companies may form a corpo- rate union. See Worcester Branch R. R. Co., No. 1. Fitchburg and Worcester R. R. Co. BATT.BOAD TRACKS IN BOSTON. 1847— (April 23). .Ch. 250 ; 8 S. L. 811, § 1. City may locate and construct a branch railroad from Boston and Providence R. R., near Baldwin's mills, to sea-wall in South Bay. [1848, ch. 37; 8 S. L. 867.] § 2. Not to be used for conveying passengers ; rate of speed ; location to be with consent of land-owners. § 3. Certain branch tracks authorized. 1848— (March 3). Ch. 37 ; 8 S. L. 867, § 4. Repeals 1847, ch. 250 ; 8 S. L. 811, upon acceptance by the city of a charter to construct a temporar}- railroad. 1848— (March 3). Ch. 37 ; 8 S. L. 867, § 1. City may locate and construct a temporary railroad from Old Colony R. R. to city flats, by bridge over South Bay, with power to locate branch tracks. § 2. Ma}* connect with said O. C. R. R. ; tracks to be removed within five years from Feb. 1, 1848, and piles not taken up to be cut off. § 3. Construction of bridge over South Bay. § 4. Upon acceptance of this act, the act of 1847, ch. 250 ; 8 S. L. 811, authorizing location from Boston and Provi- dence R. R. to sea-wall in South Bay, to be null and void. Miscellaneous Railroads and Tracks. 453 1853— (May 16) . Ch. 342 ; 9 S. L. 734. Continuance of railroad for three years, from Feb. 1, 1853, with an exception. § 2. Act to take effect on acceptance by the city council. 1855— (Feb. 16). Ch. 20; 10 S. L. 282. Continuance of railroad for two 3'ears, from Feb. 1, 1856. § 2. Act to take effect on acceptance by the city council. 1867— (June 1). Ch. 353; 12 S. L. 365. City may lay railway tracks through its streets for transporting earth and material to fill up the Church street district. 1869— (March 6). Ch. 56; 12 S. L. 612. City may lay railway tracks through its streets for transporting earth and other material from the Fort Hill territory, on certain conditions, using the Marginal Freight R., with a re- striction. 1869— (June 22). Ch. 447 ; 12 S. L. 838, § 4. City may construct and maintain railway tracks from any railroad near Albany street for construction of said street, and ex- tend the same. 1873— (June 5). Ch. 340; Acts and Res. 865, § 8. City may lay tracks on streets for transporting earth and other mate- rial, for raising the grade of certain lauds to preserve the public health. 1855 — (May 15). Resolve, ch. 60; Acts and Res. 964. Commis- sioners on Boston harbor and Back Bay may, for filling land and flats, lay or authorize railway tracks in said city ; and contract with railroad corporations for change of their locations in the Back Bay. 454 Miscellaneous Railroads and Tracks. RAILROAD TRACKS IN BOSTON. 1853— (April 28). Ch. 255 ; 9 S. L. 701, § 12. Bay State Iron Co. may extend its railroad tracks to its premises, in South Boston, across the avenue of the Mount Washington Avenue Gor. 1853— (April 28). Ch. 255; 9 S. L. 701, § 9. Mount Washington Avenue Cor. may, with consent of mayor and aldermen of Boston, maintain a double railroad track through the avenue to Sea street and the Boston and Worcester R. R. 1866— (April 23). Ch. 180 ; 12 S. L. 86, § 3. Union Land Co. may construct and use railways in Roxbury and Boston for transporting earth and gravel to fill low lands, with con- sent of said cities. 1862— (April 9). Ch. 117; 11 S. L. 292. East Boston Wharf Co. may connect its wharves and docks by railroad with the Eastern R. R., with consent of the owners thereof and approval of mayor and aldermen of Boston. 1869— (March 20). Ch. 105 ; 12 S. L. 644. N. M. Jewett may con- struct and maintain railway tracks for freight cars from Bremen street, at the Eastern R. R., to the Glendon Rolling Mill wharf, with right to unite with the E. R. R. and East Boston Freight R. R., and provisions con- cerning motive power and repair of streets. RAILROAD TRACKS IN CHELSEA AND MALDEN. 1852-^(May 14). Ch. 228 ; 9 S. L. 530. Original charter. § 1. Grants corporate powers to the Mechanics' and Engineers' Experimental R. R. Co., for the purpose of making ex- periments and improvements in railways and their appli- ances, with the right to lay railroad tracks. Miscellaneous Bailroads and Tracks. 455 RAILROAD TRACKS IN QUINCY. 1869— (March 26). Ch. 115; 12 S. L. 647. C. R. Mitchell may construct and maintain a railroad from his quarry to his wharf on Hayward's creek, on certain conditions. 1869— (April 24). Ch. 199 ; 12 S. L. 693. L. Rideout may con- struct and maintain a railroad from his quarry on Town Hill, to the siding track of the Old Colony and Newport R., at Quincy Adams station, with provisions as to consent of land-owners and approval of selectmen, union of tracks with the O. C. & N. R., and use thereof by the 0. C. & N. R. Co., and crossing of highways. RAILROAD TRACKS IN FALL RIVER. 1852— (March 27). Ch. 67 ; 9 S. L. 441. N. Slade and others may lay railroad tracks from Fall River wharf to Fall River R. R. 1854— (April 29). Ch. 441 ; 10 S. L. 240. C. W. Morgan may con- struct and maintain a railroad track from Morgan's wharf to Fall River R. R., and connect therewith. RAILROAD TRACKS IN FAIRHAVEN. 1864— (April 2). Ch. 129; 11 S. L. 524. Boston and Fairhaven Iron Works may construct and maintain railroad tracks from its foundry to Fairhaven R. R., near works of Empire Rock Oil Co. RAILROAD TRACKS IN ABINOTON. 1864— (April 13). Ch. 153 ; 11 S. L. 535. W. H. Dunbar may con- struct and maintain a railroad track from his factory, to connect with the Old Colony and Newport R., near its station at South Abington. 456 , Miscellaneous Railroads and Tracks. R ATT .ROAD TRACKS IN AB1NGTON. 1865— (April 4). Ch. 130 ; 11 S. L. 661. A. S. & A. N. Reed may construct and maintain an extension of their railway turn-out to their store. RAILROAD TRACKS IN HANOVER. 1868— (April 16). Ch. 127 ; 12 S. L. 451. George Curtis may con- struct and maintain a side-track, to connect his iron works with the Hanover Branch R. R. RAILROAD TRACKS IN PROVLNCETOWN. 1853— (April 23). Ch. 177 ; 9 S. L. 658. T. P. Johnson may con- struct and maintain a railroad track across a public street. 1855— (April 28). Ch. 250 ; 10 S. L. 362. J. & B. Lewis author- ized to construct and maintain a track across a public street. RAILROAD TRACKS IN MANSFIELD. 1852— (March 26). Ch. 42 ; 9 S. L. 432, § 1. Location of the rail- road of the Mansfield Coal and Mining Co., from the pit of said company to Boston and Providence R. R., in Mansfield. § 2. May use capital stock in construction and equipment. § 3. May contract with B. & P. R. R. Co. for motive power, operating and transportation. § 4. Location to be within three years. RAILROAD TRACKS IN GLOUCESTER AND ROCKPORT. 1867— (April 26). Ch. 183 ; 12 S. L. 261. Cape Ann Granite Co. may construct and maintain railwaj- tracks, in Gloucester and Rockport, for transporting merchandise from its quarries to wharves. Miscellaneous Railroads and Tracks. 457 RAILROAD TRACKS IN GLOUCESTER AND ROCKPORT. 1870— (June 13). Ch. 356 ; 12 S. L. 1045. A. Day and N. Webster may construct and operate a railroad from Beaver Dam farm, adjoining Rockport R. R., to western shore of Cape pond, with restrictions and conditions. RAILROAD TRACKS IN NEWBURYPORT. 1868— (May 26). Ch. 261 ; 12 S. L. 521. D. & R. A. Smith may build a branch track connecting with the Eastern R. R., on certain conditions. RAILROAD TRACKS IN GROTON. 1853— (April 27). Ch. 189; 9 S. L. 664, §§ 1-6. H. Lyon and others may lay a track from Fitchburg R. R., crossing Stony Brook R. R., to Sandy pond, with restrictions and conditions. RAILROAD TRACKS IN LOWELL. 1867— (April 1). Ch. 115 ; 12 S. L. 223. Pentucket Navigation Co. may make railway portages and connections, in Lowell, for improving the navigation of the Merrimac River, with restrictions and conditions as to use of streets. RAILROAD TRACKS IN ■WORCESTER. 1850— (March 12). Resolve, ch. 28 ; Acts and Res. 497, W. A. Wheeler may lay railroad tracks from the tracks of the Worcester and Nashua R. R. Co., with its consent. RAILROAD TRACKS IN MARLBOROUGH. 1852— (May 7). Ch. 194; 9 S. L. 516. J. Wood may lay a track across the highway, in Feltonville, to the branch of the Fitchburg R. R. 58 458 Miscellaneous Railroads and Tracks. RAILROAD TRACKS IN MONSON. 1866— (April 23). Ch. 179 ; 12 S. L. 85. Monson Granite Co. may construct and maintain a railway, in Monson, from its quarry to the track of the Western R. R. Cor. RAILROAD TRACKS BETWEEN HOLYOKE AND SOUTH HADLEY. 1866— (Feb. 15). Ch. 29 ; 12 S. L. 12. Holyoke and South Hadley Falls Bridge Co. may construct and maintain a track over the bridge between said towns, authorized by 1865, ch. 168; 11 S. L. 679. MARINE RAILWAYS IN BOSTON". 1826— (Feb. 15). Ch. 68 ; 6 S. L. 377. Grants corporate powers to the Boston Marine R. Co. for a marine railway. 1850— (March 14). Ch. 74 ; 9 S. L. 150. May extend wharf on Commercial street into the harbor channel. 1834— (March 27). Ch. 128 ; 7 S. L. 469. Grants corporate powers to the Merchants R. Co. for a marine railway in East Boston. 1835— (March 30). Ch. 88 ; 7 S. L. 526. May construct hydraulic docks. 1854— (April 7). Ch. 234 ; 10 S. L. 119. East Boston Dry Dock Co. may construct a marine railway at East Boston. MARINE RAILWAY IN CHARLESTOWN. 1855— (May 7). Ch. 306; 10 S. L. 384. Charlestown Dock Co. may maintain a marine railway. Miscellaneous 'Railroads and Tracks, 459 MARINE RAILWAYS IN SALEM. 1824 — (Feb. 9). Ch. 88 ; 6 S. L. 153. Grants corporate powers to the Salem Marine Co. for a marine railway. 1826— (Feb. 15). Ch. 66 ; 6 S. L. 374. Grants corporate powers to the Essex Marine R. Co. for a marine railway. 1869— (May 10). Ch. 263 ; 12 S. L. 739. C. C. Pettingill and others may build a wharf and marine railway on their land. MARINE RAILWAYS IN BEVERLY. 1853— (March 9). Ch. 37 ; 9 S. L. 583. Grants corporate powers for a marine railway. 1860— (March 31). Ch. 144 ; 11 S. L. 85. Grants corporate powers for the Mechanics' Marine Railway in Beverly harbor. MARINE RAILWAYS IN GLOUCESTER. 1851— (March 31). Ch. 28 ; 9 S. L. 271. P. Burnham and others may construct such a railway. 1853— (April 30). Ch. 267 ; 9 S. L. 706. Construction of piers, with restrictions. 1856— (March 21). Ch. 59 ; 10 S. L. 508. Extension of railway. 1859— (March 19). Ch. Ill ; 10 S. U 877. D. O. Parkhurst and J. ' H. Gale may build and maintain the same. 1860— (March 26). Ch. 99 ; 11 S. L. 58. A. W. Dodd and others may build and maintain the same. [1857, ch. 33 j 10 S. L. 646.] 460 Miscellaneous Railroads and Tracks. MARINE RAILWAY IN QUINCY. 1860— (April 4). Ch. 173; 11 S. L. 93. Grants corporate powers for a marine railway at Quincy Point, in Quincy. MARINE RAILWAY IN SALISBURY. 1869— (April 22). Ch. 184; 12 S. L. 686. Merrimac R. Co. may construct a marine railway on the shore of Ring's island, into the waters of Merrimac River, on certain condi- tions. MARINE RAILWAY IN ROCHESTER. 1833— (March 28). Ch. 212 ; 7 S. L. 402. Grants corporate powers to the Mattapoisett "Wharf Co. for a marine railway in that part of Rochester known as Mattapoisett. MARINE RAILWAY IN PLYMOUTH. 1864— (April 30). Ch. 185; 11 S. L. 550. Grants corporate pow- ers for a marine railway. MARINE RAILWAYS IN NEW BEDFORD. 1832— (Feb. 20). Ch. 45 ; 7 S. L. 184. Grants corporate powers to the New Bedford Marine Railway and Wharf Co. 1844— (March 16). Ch. 149 ; 8 S. L. 389. Grants power to plant, propagate and dig oysters. 1851— (May 7). Ch. 120; 9 S. L. 304. A. H. Howland may con- struct the same. MARINE RAILWAY IN PAIRHAVEN. 1853— (March 29). Ch. 112 ; 9 S. L. 628. Grants corporate powers for a marine railway. Miscellaneous Railroads and Tracks. 461 MARINE RAILWAYS IN EDGARTOWN. 1835— (March 19). Ch. 59 ; 7 S. L. 513. John O. Morse may con- struct the same. 1842— (March 3). Ch 47 ; 8 S. L. 252. E. G. Pease and A. Weeks may construct the same. 1851— (April 14). Ch. 51 ; 9 S. L. 277. J. Mayhew may construct the same. 1855— (April 18). Ch. 203; 10 S. L. 347. I. Darrow may con- struct the same. MARINE RAILWAYS IN HOLMES' HOLE. 1836— (March 23). Ch. 44 ; 7 S. L. 595. John Holmes may con- struct the same. 1842— (March 3). Ch. 65 ; 8 S. L. 256. L. M. Yale and others may construct the same. 1855— (April 6). Ch. 145 ; 10 S. L. 327. Extension authorized. 1854— (March 24). Ch. 128 ; 10 S. L.'58. Charles Smith may build and maintain the same. MARINE RAILWAY IN RARNSTABLE. 1850— (Feb. 12). Ch. 16 ; 9 S. L. 128. Authorizes the same. 462 Miscellaneous Railroads and Tracks. MARINE BAIL WATS IN CHATHAM. 1851— (March 22). Ch. 19 ; 9 S. L. 268. Grants corporate powers for the same. 1865— (March 15). Ch. 77 ; 11 S. L. 636. J. H. Tripp and others may construct and maintain a marine railway at Stage harbor. MARINE RAILWAY IN WELLFLEET. 1860— (March 26). Ch. 97 ; 11 S. L. 57. C. H. Edwards may con- struct the same. MARINE R ATT, WAYS IN PROVTNCETOWN. 1848— (April 24). Ch. 183 ; 8 S. L. 930. Grants corporate powers for the same. 1852— (March 27). Ch. 58 ; 9 S. L. 438. Grants corporate powers for the Union Marine Railway. 1864— (May 14). Ch. 285 ; 11 S. L. 598. Grants corporate powers for the Eastern Marine Railway. 1869— (April 27). Ch. 213 ; 12 S. L. 698. Increase of capital stock. Street Railroad Companies. 463 STREET KAILKOAD COMPANIES. METROPOLITAN RAILROAD COMPANY. 1853— (May 21). Ch. 353 ; 9 S. L. 738. Original charter. Location in Roxbury and Boston. 1854— (March 16). Ch. 94 ; 10 S. L. 42. Amends 1853, ch. 353 ; 9 S. L. 738, in several particulars as to discontinuance of tracks, rates of fare, notice to abutters, sale of railroad to cities of Boston or Roxbury, and acceptance of act by said cities. 1855— (April 14). Ch. 193 ; 10 S. L. 344. Extension of time for paying in ten per cent, of capital stock. 1856— (May 28). Ch. 201 ; 10 S. L. 561, § 1. Connection with, and use by, the West Roxbury R. R. Co. 1857— (May 26). Ch. 230 ; 10 S. L. 737. Connection with the West Roxbury R. R. (May 30). Ch. 256; 10 S. L. 748, § 1. Connection with Dorchester and Roxbury R. R. (May 30). Ch. 304; 10 S. L. 770, § 1. Connection with Brookline R. R. 1858— (March 5). Ch. 38 ; 10 S. L. 790, §§ 1, 9, 10. Connection with the West Roxbury R. R., and authority to lease or purchase the same. 1859— (Feb. 3). Ch. 9 ; 10 S. L. 844. Increase of capital stock, and power to repeal this act and the original charter. (Feb. 17). Ch. 35; 10 S. L. 851. Lease or purchase of Brookline R. R. 464 Street Railroad Companies. 1861— (April 3). Ch. 135 ; 11 S. L. 190. Provisions concerning the M. R. R. in act incorporating the Dedham and West Roxbury R. R. Co. (April 10). Ch. 191 ; 11 S. L. 224. Connection with, and use by, the Suffolk R. R. Co. 1862— (April 30). Ch. 175 ; 11 S. L. 311. Provisions concerning the Metropolitan, Suffolk and Broadway R. R. compa- nies ; extension of location, and right to use the tracks of other companies. 1864— (March 3). Ch. 75 ; 11 S. L. 498. Use of the tracks of, by the Boston and Chelsea R. R. Co. (April 16). Ch. 154; 11 S. L. 536. Connection with the Dedham and West Roxbury R. R., and use by each com- pany of the tracks of the other. 1865— (April 4). Ch. 129 ; 11 S. L. 660. Concerning same subject as preceding act. 1868— (May 1). Ch. 175 ; 12 S. L. 471, § 3. South Boston Freight R. Co. may enter on. 1869— (April 13). Ch. 165 ; 12 S. L. 671. Extension in Boston and Brookline, and purchase of Brookline and Back Bay Street R. 1870— (April 28). Ch. 210 ; 12 S. L. 973. Crossing of Boston and Albany R. R., in Brookline. 1872— (April 17). Ch. 212; Acts and Res. 160. Purchase of part of the road by the Highland Street R. Co., authorized. 1873— (March 31). Ch. 140 ; Acts and Res. 561. Relates to loca- tion of tracks of street railway companies in Columbus avenue in Boston. BROOKLI1TE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1857— (May 30). Ch. 304 ; 10 S. L. 770. Original charter. Location in Brookline and Roxbury. 1859— (Feb. 17). Ch. 35 ; 10 S. L. 851. Amendment of charter as to par value of shares, and authority to lease or sell its franchise and property to the Metropolitan R. R. Co. Street Railroad Companies. 465 BROOKLINE AND BACK BAY STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1866— (May 15). Ch. 240 ; 12 S. L. 129. Original charter. Location in Boston, Roxbury and Brookline. 1868— (April 29). Ch. 152 ; 12 S. L. 463. Extension of time, and authority to transfer franchise of part of road to another company, or to contract with it to operate said B. & B. B. St. R. 1869— (April 13). Ch. 165; 12 S. L. 671. Contract with, and con- veyance of franchise to, the Metropolitan R. R. Co. confirmed. See Metropolitan R. R. Co. "WEST ROXBURY RAILROAD COMPANY. 1856— (May 28). Ch. 201 ; 10 S. L. 561. Original charter. Location in West Roxbury, to connect with Metropolitan R. R. at Roxbury line. [Dedham and West Roxbury R. R. Co. v. Metropolitan R. R. Co., 8 Allen R. 279.] 1857— (May 26). Ch. 230; 10 S. L. 737. Extension in Roxbury and Boston ; use of Metropolitan R. R. ; miscellaneous provisions. (May 30). Ch. 304; 10 S. L. 770, § 18. Brookline R. R. Co. may contract with, as to construction and as to running cars upon part of track of the W. R. R. R. ; and subscribe to stock of; connection between said B. R. R. and the W. R. R. R. 1858— (March 5). Ch. 38 ; 10 S. L. 790. Extension in. Roxbury ; authority to lease or sell franchise to Metropolitan R. R. Co. ; previous location hi part discontinued ; miscel- laneous provisions. [Dedham and West Roxbury R. R. Co. v. Metropolitan R. R. Co., 8 Allen R. 279.] 1861— (April 3). Ch. 135 ; 11 S. L. 190. Provisions of the charter of the Dedham and West Roxbury R. R. Co. affecting the W. R. R. R. Co. as to connections ; location upon failure to construct within a given time, &c. 59 466 Street Railroad Companies. DEDHAM AND "WEST EOXBUHY RAILROAD COMPANY. 1861— (April 3). Ch. 135 ; 11 S. L. 190. Original charter. Location in Roxbury, West Roxbury and Dedham. [Ded- ham and West Roxbury R. R. Co. v. Metropolitan R. R. Co., 8 Allen R. 279.] 1863— (Jan. 30). Ch. 3 ; 11 S. L. 334. Time extended. 1864— (April 16). Ch. 154; 11 S. L. 536. Use of Metropolitan R. R. in Roxbury and Boston, and right of said M. R. R. Co. to use said D. & W. R. R. R. ; also miscellaneous provisions. 1865— (April 4). Ch. 129 ; 11 S. L. 660. Extension in West Rox- bury, connecting with Metropolitan R. R. ; right of said M. R. R. Co. to use said tracks ; the D. & W. R. R. Co. may contract with a connecting company to run its road, and may transfer its franchise to said company. 1866— (April 23). Ch. 176 ; 12 S. L. 84. Time extended. 1868— (April 10). Ch. 109 ; 12 S. L. 440. Name changed to Boston and West Roxbury R. R. Co. ; change of its western terminus at the junction of Shawmut avenue with South street. See Boston and West Roxbury R. R. Co. BOSTON AND WEST ROXBURY RAILROAD COMPANY. 1868— (April 10). Ch. 109 ; 12 S. L. 440. Name of the Dedham and West Roxbur3 T R. R. Co. changed to the Boston and West Roxbury R. R. Co. Authority to change its western terminus from that estab- lished by charter, to the junction of Shawmut avenue with South street. See Dedham and West Roxbury R. R. Co. WESTERN AVENUE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1854— (April 29). Ch. 446 ; 10 S. L. 249. Original charter. Location in Boston, Brookline and Brighton. Street Railroad Companies. 467 1856— (Feb. 26). Ch. 28 ; 10 S. L. 499. Time extended. 1857— (May 30). Ch. 278; 10 S. L. 761, § 1. Newton R. R. Co. may connect with. (May 30). Ch. 304 ; 10 S. L. 770, § 1. Brookline R. R. Co. not to connect with. HIGHLAND STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1872 — (April 17). Ch. 212 ; Acts and Res. 160. Original charter. Location in Boston. 1873— (March 31). Ch. 140; Acts and Res. 561. Power to obtain additional locations in Boston ; restriction as to use of tracks of other companies at certain points ; provision as to location in Columbus avenue by said company and other companies. BROADWAY RAILROAD COMPANY. 1854— (April 29). Ch. 444 ; 10 S. L. 241. Original charter. Location, in Boston from South Boston Point to Dorches- ter Avenue R. R. 1856— (June 4). Ch. 260 ; 10 S. L. 583. Act of incorporation re- vived. 1857— (May 23). Ch. 211 ; 10 S. L. 722. Connection with, and use of, by Dorchester Avenue R. R. Co. (May 23). Ch. 216 ; 10 S. L. 725. Extension of tracks, use of Dorchester Avenue R. R., connection with other roads, and purchase and sale of tracks. 1858— (Feb. 13). Ch. 15 ; 10 S. L. 783. Time for payment of ten per cent, of capital stock extended ; increase of capital stock, and references to 1854, ch. 444 ; 10 S. L. 241, § 11 ; and 1857, ch. 216 ; 10 S. L. 725. 1861— (April 10). Ch. 188 ; 11 S. L. 223. Extension of location. 1862— (April 30). Ch. 175; 11 S. L. 311. Various provisions con- cerning the Broadway, Metropolitan and Suffolk R. R. companies. 468 Street Railroad Companies. 1865— (Feb. 15). Ch. 21 ; 11 S. L. 619. Increase of capital stock. 1867— (May 31). Ch. 294 ; 12 S.L. 325. Increase of capital stock. 1868— (May 1). Ch. 175 ; 12 S. L. 471. South Boston Freight R. Co. may enter on. (May 25). Ch. 241 ; 12 S. L. 512. Name changed to South Boston R. R. Co. See South Boston R. R. Co. SOUTH BOSTON RAILROAD COMPANY. 1868— (May 25). Ch. 241; 12 S. L. 512. Name changed from Broadway R. R. Co. 1873 — (June 2). Ch. 329 ; Acts and Res. 852. Increase of capital stock. See Broadway R. R. Co. DORCHESTER AVENUE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1854— (April 29). Ch. 435 ; 10 S. L. 235. Original charter. Location in Dorchester and Boston. [Metropolitan R. R. Co. v. Quincy R. R. Co., 12 Allen R. 262.] (April 29). Ch. 444; 10 S.L. 241. Broadway R. R. Co. may enter on. 1855— (April 18). Ch. 201 ; 10 S. L. 346. Relates to duty to repair road-bed, and liability for defects. 1856— (March 26). Ch. 66 ; 10 S. L. 510. Streets in Boston and Dorchester in which tracks may be laid ; notice to abutters, and powers of authorities of Boston and Dor- chester. (June 4). Ch. 279 ; 10 S. L. 589. May issue bonds secured by a mortgage. 1857— (May 23). Ch. 211 ; 10 S. L. 722. Extension of location in Boston ; connection with other roads ; purchase or sale of tracks. Street Railroad Companies. 469 1857— (May 23). Ch. 216 ; 10 S. L. 725. Broadway R. R. Co. may enter on. (May 30). Ch. 256; 10 S. L. 748, § 13. Construction of railroad from avenue to Upham's corner, within one year, to prevent charter of Dorchester and Roxbury R. R. Co. from taking effect. 1859— (Feb. 18). Ch. 43 ; 10 S. L. 853. Connection of the Dorches- ter Extension R. with, and use of the tracks of. (April 5). Ch. 180 ; 10 S. L. 904. Dorchester and Roxbury R. R. Co. may connect with, and lease to or hire, and not to have authority to construct its road in part, if such part is constructed by the D. A. R. R. Co. 1861— (Feb. 15). Ch. 48; 11 S. L. 142. Quincy R. R. Co. may connect with. 1862— (Feb. 13). Ch. 14; 11 S. L. 255. Concerning connection of Quincy R. R. with. 1863— (April 29). Ch. 232; 11 S. L. 450. Organization under 1856, ch. 279, § 7 ; 10 S. L. 589, confirmed ; purchase of railroad of Dorchester Extension R. Co. ; authority to sell or lease its railroad to any other horse railroad cor- poration in the counties of Suffolk or Norfolk. DORCHESTER EXTENSION RAILWAY COMPANY. 1859— (Feb. 18). Ch. 43 ; 10 S. L. 853. Original charter. Location in Dorchester. 1863— (April 29). Ch. 232; 11 S. L. 450. Sale of railroad and franchise to the Dorchester R. Co. authorized. See Dorchester R. R. Co. DORCHESTER AND ROXBURY RAILROAD COMPANY. 1857— (May 30). Ch. 256 ; 10 S. L. 748. Original charter. t Location in Dorchester to two points of Roxbury line. 470 Street Railroad Companies. 1859— (April 5). Ch. 180 ; 10 S. L. 904. Time extended ; location restricted in a certain event ; connection with Dorchester R. R., lease to or hiring of; discontinuance of location by selectmen ; increase of capital stock. 1864— (Feb. 16). Ch. 30 ; 11 S. L. 478. Authority to sell franchise and road, and provisions concerning such a sale. QUINCY HAILKOAD COMPANY. 1861— (Feb. 15). Ch. 48 ; 11 S. L. 142. Original charter. Location in Quincy and Dorchester, connecting with the Dorchester Avenue R. R. [Metropolitan R. R. Co. v. Quincy R. R. Co., 12 Allen R. 262.] (April 10). Ch. 192; 11, S. L. 225. Tolls on Neponset bridge to be paid by. [1862, ch. 14; 11 S. L. 255. 1863, ch. 88 ; 11 S. L. 370.] 1862— (Feb. 13). Ch. 14 ; 11 S. L. 255. Increase of capital stock ; tolls on Neponset bridge ; extension of time for location and construction of part of road ; construction of tracks, rate of speed, and repair of streets in Dorchester. 1863— (March 14). Ch. 88 ; 11 S. L. 370, § 4. Act concerning Neponset bridge and Braintree and Weymouth turnpike not to affect duties and liabilities of. 1864— (May 13). Ch. 251 ; 11 S. L. 582. Extensions to Braintree and Weymouth. QUINCY POINT STKEET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1873 — (March 8). Ch. 65; Acts and Res. 521. Original charter. Location from stone meeting-house, in Quincy, to Quincy Point. CAMBRIDGE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1853— (May 25). Ch. 383 ; 9 S. L. 758. Original charter. Location in Cambridge and Boston. [Cambridge v. Cam- bridge R. R. Co., 10 Allen R. 50.] 4 Street Railroad Companies. 471 1854— (March 31). Ch. 205 ; 10 S. L. 102. Concerning discontin- uance Of tracks, rates of fare, notice to abutters, pur- chase of, by the cities of Boston or Cambridge. [Cam- bridge v. Cambridge R. R. Co., 10 Allen R. 50.] 1855— (Feb. 21). Ch. 24 ; 10 S. L. 283. Power to issue bonds and mortgage the corporate property to secure the same. (May 15). Ch. 338; 10 S. L. 405. Authority to make a lease to the Union R. Co., which is incorporated for the purpose of receiving it ; contracts between the two companies. (May 17). Ch. 368; 10 S. L. 417. Concerning the bonds issued under 1855, ch. 24 ; 10 S. L. 283, and laying of tracks in Cambridge and Boston. • 1857— (May 28). Ch. 242 ; 10 S. L. 742, § 1. Connection of West Cambridge Horse R. R. Co. with. (May 30). Ch. 257 ; 10 S. L. 751, § 6. Transfer of bonds of, held by Hancock Free Bridge Cor. (May 30). Ch. 278 ; 10 S. L. 761. Connection of Newton R. R. with. 1861— (March 21). Ch. 81 ; 11 S. L. 162. Authority given to Wal- tham and Watertown R. R. Co. to sell its franchise to. (March 25). Ch. 90; 11 S. L. 167. Connection of Belmont Horse R. R. Co. with, and use by, and lease to. 1862— (April 30). Ch. 175 ; 11 S. L. 311. Use of the tracks of, by the Metropolitan and Broadway R. R. companies. 1863— (Feb. 13). Ch. 15; 11 S. L. 338. Authority of. Newton R. R. Co. to form corporate union with, under name of Cambridge R. R. Co. (March 18). Ch. 101 ; 11 S. L. 378. Investment of sinking fund under 1855, ch. 24 ; 10 S. L. 283. (April 4). Ch. 132; 11 S. L. 395. Somerville Horse R. R. Co. may enter on, and have its cars drawn by, and may be constructed by, in a certain event. 472 Street Railroad Companies. 1864— (April 5). Ch. 134 ; 11 S. L. 527, § 3. May form corporate union with West Cambridge Horse R. R. Co. under name of Cambridge R. R. Co. (May 13). Ch. 243 ; 11 S. L. 579. May purchase the Som- erville Horse R. R., or a part thereof, and increase capi- tal stock therefor. 1870— (June 1). Ch. 302 ; 12 S. L. 1020, § 8. Relates to liability to maintain and keep in repair parts of West Boston and Cragie bridges, and liability for injuries. 1872— (Feb. 14). Ch. 17; Acts and Res. 19. Increase of capital stock. UNION RAILWAY COMPANY. 1855— (May 15). Ch. 338 ; 10 S. L. 405. Original cliarter. Incorporated for leasing the Cambridge R. R. 1868— (March 11). Ch. 54 ; 12 S. L. 407. Increase of capital stock. 1870— (March 23). Ch. 127; 12 S. L. 929. Increase of capital stock. (June 1). Ch. 302 ; 12 S. L. 1020, § 8. Relates to liability to maintain and keep in repair West Boston and Cragie bridges, and liability for injuries. See Cambridge R. R. Co. WEST CAMBRIDGE HORSE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1857— (May 28). Ch. 242 ; 10 S. L. 742. Original charter. Location in West Cambridge, connecting with the Cam- bridge R. R. 1864 — (April 5). Ch. 134; 11 S. L. 527. May construct tracks in Cambridge and Somerville to connect with Somerville Horse R. R. ; motive power ; corporate union with Cam- bridge R. R. Co., under name of Cambridge R. R. Co. 1867— (May 7). Ch. 221 ; 12 S. L. 276. Name changed to Arling- ton Horse R. R. Co. See Arlington Horse R. R. Co. Cambridge R. R. Co. Street Railroad Companies. 473 ARLINGTON HORSE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1867— (May 7). Ch. 221 ; 12 S. L. 276. Name changed from West Cambridge Horse R. R. Co. 1868— (March 3). Ch. 40 ; 12 S. L. 401. Arlington and Lexington Street R. Co. may lease its railway to, or unite itself with. See West Cambridge Horse R. R. Co. Cambridge R. R. Co. ARLINGTON AND LEXINGTON STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1868— (March 3). Ch. 40 ; 12 S. L. 401. Original charter. Location in Arlington ; authority to lease the railway to, or unite with, the Arlington Horse R. R. Co. WALTHAM AND WATERTOWN RAILROAD COMPANY. 1855— (May 19). Ch. 408 ; 10 S. L. 444. Original charter. Location in Waltham and Watertown. 1857— (May 9). Ch. 140 ; 10 S. L. 687. Extension into Newton. 1861— (March 21). Ch. 81 ; 11 S. L. 162. May sell railroad, fran- chise and property to the Cambridge R. R. Co. See Cambridge R. R. Co. NEWTON RAILROAD COMPANY. 1857— (May 30). Ch. 278 ; 10 S. L. 761. Original charter. Location in Newton and Brighton. (May 30). Ch. 299 ; 10 S. L. 770. Limited to horse-power, and to connections with roads using only such power. 1863— (Feb* 13). Ch. 15; 11 S. L. 338. May consolidate with the Cambridge R. R. Co. See Cambridge R. R. Co. 60 474 Street Railroad Companies. WALTHAM AND NEWTON STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1866— (May 3). Ch. 214 ; 12 S. L. 118. Original charter. Location in Waltham and Newton. , 1868— (April 29). Ch. 164; 12 S.L. 467. Capital stock reduced, and time extended. NONANTUM RAILROAD COMPANY. 1868— (April 29). Ch. 151 ; 12 S. L. 463. Original charter. Location from Watertown village to Newton corner. BELMONT HORSE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1861— (March 25). Ch. 90 ; 11 S. L. 167. Original charter. Location in Belmont and Cambridge, connecting with the . Cambridge R. R. SOMERVILLE HORSE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1857— (May 29). Ch. 250 ; 10 S. L. 746. Original charter. May receive the transfer of the franchise of the Middlesex R. R. Co., and succeed to its powers and duties. 1863— (April 4). Ch. 132 ; 11 S. L. 395. Extension in Somerville and Cambridge ; use of tracks of the Cambridge R. R. and Suffolk R. R. companies ; crossing of Fitchburg R. R. and Grand Junction R. R. ; right of Cambridge R. R. Co. to construct the road if not constructed by the S. H. R. R. Co. within one year. 1864— (April 5). Ch. 134; 11 S.L. 527. Connection with West Cambridge Horse R. R. (May 13). ' Ch. 243 ; 11 S. L. 579. Cambridge R. R. Co. may purchase the whole or a part of the franchise and tracks of. 1867— (Feb. 6). Ch. 10 ; 12 S. L. 171. Straightening of track in Milk street, in Somerville, authorized. Street Railroad Companies. 475 1854- 1855— 1856- 1857— 1859— 1860— 1861— 1862— 1863- 1864— MIDDLESEX RAILROAD COMPANY. April 29). Ch. 434 ; 10 S. L. 231. Original charter. Location in Soraerville, Charlestown and Boston. [Mid- dlesex. R. R. Co. v. Wakefield, 103 Mass. R. 261.] May 15) . Ch. 336 ; 10 S. L. 402, §§1,2. Intersection with, and use of, by the Medford and Charlestown R. R. Co. April 8). Ch. 104 ; 10 S. L. 522. Time for payment of ten per cent, of capital stock extended. June 6). Ch. 302 ; 10 S. L. 609, § 2. Maiden and Melrose R. R. Co. may enter on. April 2). Ch. 43 ; 10 S. L. 649. Extension in Boston. May 29) . Ch. 250 ; 10 S. L. 746. May transfer franchise to Somerville Horse R. R. Co., the latter succeeding to its powers and duties in Somerville. April 1). Ch. 144 ; 10 S. L. 888, § 2. Cliftondale R. R. Co. may enter on. April 6). Ch. 202; 10 S. L. 910, § 2. Lynn and Boston R. R. Co. may enter on. April 6). Ch. 205 ; 10 S. L. 915. Extension in Boston. Feb. 24). Ch. 35; 11 S. L. 20, § 2. Melrose and South Reading R. R. Co. may enter on. Jan. 31). Ch. 15 ; 11 S. L. 129, § 2. Charlestown Freight R. R. Co. may enter on. April 9). Ch. 118; 11 S. L. 292. Cliftondale. R. R. Co. may lease and operate. April 30). Ch. 175; 11 S. L. 311, §§3,5. Metropolitan R. R. and Broadway R. -R. companies may enter on. April 23). Ch. 170 ; 11 S. L. 420, § 2. Melrose and South Reading R. R. Co. and the said M. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. March 3). Ch. 75 ; 11 S. L. 498. Boston and Chelsea R. R. Co. may enter on. 476 Street Railroad Companies. 1865— (May 13). Ch. 237; 11 S. L. 715, § 4. Amount to be paid b}', for release from liability for tolls upon Warren and Charles River bridges. § 6. Not released from existing obligation to repair portion of bridges, nor from liability for injuries. [1868, ch. 322, §§ 6, 9 ; 12 S. L. 563. 1869, ch. 272, §§ 7, 9 ; 12 S. L. 746. 1870, ch. 303 ; 12 S. L. 1023.] 1867— (April 12). Ch. 139 ; 12 S. L. 241. Mortgage dated Sept. 1, 1864, and bonds secured thereby, confirmed. (June 1). Ch. 317 ; 12 S. L. 336. Concerning rates of fare. 1868— (June 8.) Ch. 322 ; 12 S. L. 563, §§ 6, 9. Mode of deter- mining the amount to be paid by, towards expense of maintaining Warren and Charles River bridges and existing legal obligation to remain. [§§ 6, 9, repealed by 1869, ch. 272 ; 12 S. L. 746.] [Dow v. Wakefield, 103 Mass. R. 267.] 1869— (May 12). Ch. 272; 12 S. L. 746, §§ 7, 9. Not released from any existing legal obligation to maintain and keep in repair Warren or Charles River bridge, and repealing §§ 6, 9, of 1868, ch. 322 ; 12 S. L. 563. [§ 7 repealed by § 7 of 1870, ch. 303 ; 12 S. L. 1023.] [Middlesex R. R. Co. v. Wakefield, 103 Mass. R. 261. Dow v. Wakefield, 103 Mass. R. 267.] 1870— (Feb. 15). Ch. 20 ; 12 S. L. 877. Suburban R. R. Co. may form corporate union with, under name of M. R. R. Co. (June 1). Ch. 303; 12 S. L. 1023, §§ 6,7. Not released from its obligation as to Warren Bridge, and repealing § 7 of 1869, ch. 272 ; 12 S. L. 746. MEDFORD AND CHAELESTOWN RAILROAD COMPANY. 1855— (May 15). Ch. 336 ; 10 S. L. 402. Original charter. Location in Medford and Somerville, connecting with the Middlesex R. R. 1857— (March 9). Ch. 17; 10 S. L. 628. Changing par value of shares, and extending time. [Repealed by 1859, ch. 243 ; 10 S. L. 923.] Street Railroad Companies. 477 1859— (April 6). Ch. 243; 10 S. L. 923. Extension into Win- chester'; capital stock; time extended for provisions of § 12 of ch. 336 ; 10 S. L. 402, and repeal of 1857, ch. 17 ; 10 S. L. 628, and § 8, ch. 336, 10 S. L. 402. MALDEN AND MELROSE BAILKOAD COMPANY. 1856— (June 6). Ch. 302 ; 10 S. L. 609. Original charter. Location in Melrose, Maiden and Charlestown, connecting with the Middlesex K. R. 1859— (March 14). Ch. 99 ; 10 S. L. 872, § 2. Proportion of expense of making Maiden Bridge a public highwa} T to be paid by. (April 1). Ch. 144 ; 10 S. L. 888, § 2. Cliftondale R. R. Co. may enter on. I860— (Feb. 24). Ch. 35; 11 S. L. 20, § 2. Melrose and South Reading R. R. Co. may enter on, with a restriction. 1863— (April 23). Ch. 170 ; 11 S. L. 420. Melrose and South Read- ing Horse R. R. Co. and said M. & M. R. R. Co. may enter on each other. I MELROSE AND SOUTH READING RAILROAD COMPANY. I860— (Feb. 24). Ch. 35 ; 11 S. L. 20. Original charter. Location in Maiden, Melrose and South Reading, intersect- ing with the Maiden and Melrose R. R. 1864— (April 13). Ch. 148 ; 11 S. L. 533. Extension into Reading. MELROSE AND SOUTH READING HORSE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1863— (April 23). Ch. 170 ; 11 S. L. 420. Original charter. Location in Maiden from mtersection with Maiden and Melrose R. R., and in Melrose and South Reading. 1864— (May 14). Ch. 297 ; 11 S. L. 600. May sell or lease prop- erty and franchise to any other similar corporation ; time for location and construction extended. 1865— (April 8). Ch. 139 ; 11 S. L. 667. Time extended. 478 Street Railroad Companies. 1867— (May 24). Ch. 273 ; 12 S. L. 314. Previous acts revived, and time extended. 1868— (June 1). Ch. 273 ; 12 S. L. 524. Extension into Lynnfield, Middleton and North Reading. 1869— (May 15). Ch. 287 ; 12 S. L. 756. Time extended. STONEHAM STREET RAILROAD COMPANY. I860— (Feb. 8). Ch. 19 ;"ll S. L. 8. Original charter. Location in Stoneham and Melrose. 1869— (May 28). Ch. 342 ; 12 S. L. 781. May lease its road and other property. 1872 — (Feb. 6). Ch. 10 ; Acts and Res. 17. May lease its road and other property. NORTH WOBTTEN STREET RAILROAD COMPANY. 1866— (March 26). Ch. 108 ; 12 S. L. 42. Original charter. Location from Woburn Centre to North Woburn. 1867^(April 25). Ch. 169 ; 12 S. L. 252. Town of Woburn may loan its credit to. 1869— (April 27). Ch. 216 ; 12 S. L. 699. May transport freight ; may make lease of its road or other property. CLIFTONDALE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1859— (April 1). Ch. 144 ; 10 S. L. 888. Original charter. Location in Saugus, North Chelsea, Maiden and Chelsea to Maiden and Melrose R. R. or Boston and Chelsea R. R. [1861, ch. 16 ; 11 S. L. 131, and 1864, ch. 133 ; 11 S. L. 526 ; concerning bonds issued under § 9.] I860 — (Feb. 8). Ch. 17 ; 11 S. L. 7. Concerning location in Maiden and Saugus. 1861— (Jan. 31). Ch. 16 ; 11 S. L. 131. Location in Lynn and the several towns ; issue of bonds under § 9 of 1859, ch. 144 ; 10 S. L. 888. [1862, ch. 118 ; 11 S. L. 292 ; powers con- tinued in force.] Street Railroad Companies. 479 1862— (April 9). Ch. 118; 11 S. L. 292. Powers under 1861, ch. 16 ; 11 S. L. 131, continued in force ; authority to lease and operate thp Middlesex R. R. 1864— (April 5). Ch. 133 ; 11 S. L. 526. Authority of trustees to sell property upon failure to pay bonds issued under § 9 of 1859, ch. 144 ;. 10 S.'L. 888 ; purchasers authorized to form a corporation under any name assumed by them. See Suburban R. R. Co. SUBURBAN RAILROAD COMPANY. 1864— (April 5). Ch. 133; 11 S. L. 526, § 2. Purchasers of the Cliftondale R. R. authorized to associate themselves under any name to be assumed by them. 1870— (Feb. 15). Ch. 20 ; 12 S. L. 877. May consolidate with the Middlesex R. R. Co. under latter name. See Cliftondale R. R. Co. SUFFOLK RAILROAD COMPANY. 1857— (May 30). Ch. 285 ; 10 S. L. 764. Original charter. Location in Boston and East Boston. 1859— (Jan. 31). Ch. 3 ; 10 S. L. 842. Time extended. 1860— (April 4). Ch. 207; 11 S. L. 111. May run cars on ferries to East Boston, and lay tracks on boats and drops. 1861— (March 22). Ch. 89 ; 11 S. L. 164. Winthrop R. R. Co. may connect with, and have its cars run on the tracks of; the S. R. R. Co. furnishing the motive power, and having the prior right, for a certain time, to locate and con- struct said W. R. R. (April 10). Ch. 191 ; 11 S.L. 224. Extension of, in Boston, and use of tracks of the Metropolitan R. R. 1862— (April 30). Ch. 175; 11 S.L. 311. Concerning connection with, and use of, the Metropolitan R. R. ; conveyance of passengers, on certain routes, between ferries and rail- road depots ; location and route ; use of, by the Metro- 480 Street Railroad Companies. politan R. R. and Broadway R. R. companies ; contracts and arrangements between said companies, and transfer of franchise by said S. R. R. Co. 1863— (April 4). Ch. 132 ; 11 S. L. 395, § 1. Somerville Horse R. R. s Co.. may enter on. 1865— (May 5). Ch. 199 ; 11 S. L.-700. Chelsea and East Boston Street R. Co. may connect with, lease or convey to, or purchase tracks from, in East Boston. •WZBTTHROP RAILROAD COMPANY. 1861— (March 22). Ch. 89 ; 11 S. L. 164. Original charter. Location in East Boston and Winthrop. 1863— (March 7). Ch. 68 ; 11 S. L. 361. Extension of time, and extension of location in Chelsea for the purpose of en- tering on the tracks of the Winnisimmet R. R. Co. 1864— Ch. 229 ; Acts and Res. 155. Time extended. 1865— (May 5). Ch. 199 ; 11 S. L. 700, § 6. Charter of the Chelsea and East Boston Street R. Co. to be void, if the W. R. R. Co. begins to construct said railroad, and completes the connection between the Suffolk R. R. and the Win- nisimmet R. R., within a certain time. (May 5). Ch. 202 ; 11 S. L. 703. Charter revived, and time extended. 1867— (April 2). Ch. 120 ; 12 S. L. 229. Charter revived, and time extended. (May 2). Ch. 202 ; 12 S.L. 269. Loan of credit of the town of Winthrop in aid of. 1869— (May 26). Ch. 314 ; 12 S. L. 766. Charter revived, and time extended. 1871— (May 26). Ch. 364 ; Acts and Res. 720. Time for location and construction, and also for certificate required by 1864, ch. 229, § 6; Acts and Res. 155, extended to June 1, 1873. 1872— (April 12). Ch. 195 ; Acts and Res. 143. Bonds of town of Winthrop, and note and mortgage of said company confirmed. Street Railroad Companies. 481 1873— (April 7). Ch. 161 ; Acts and Res. 591. Subscription to the capital stock by the town of Winthrop, and issue of bonds by the company, secured by a mortgage of its franchise and property. BOSTON AND CHELSEA RAILROAD COMPANY. 1854— (April 29). Ch. 445 ; 10 S. L. 244. Original charter. Location in Boston, Charlestown and Chelsea. 1855— (May 17). Ch. 370; 10 S. L. 417. Time for payment of capital stock extended. 1856— (April 28). Ch. 133 ; 10 S. L. 535. Time extended. 1857— (April 14). Ch. 62 ; 10 S. L. 654. Time extended. 1858— (Feb 24). Ch. 29 ; 10 S. L. 786, § 1. Connection with Chel- sea Beach R. R. 1859— (April 1). Ch. 144 ; 10 S. L. 888, §§ 1, 2. Cliftondale R. R, Co. may intersect with and enter on. (April 6). Ch. 202 ; 10 S. L. 910, §§ 1, 2. Lynn and Boston R. R. Co. may connect with and enter on. 1861— (Jan. 31). Ch. 15; 11 S. L. 129, § 2. Charlestown Freight R. R. Co. may enter on. 1863— (Feb. 27). Ch. 36 ; 11 S. L. 344. Lynn and Boston R. R.. Co. may lease, or receive a transfer of a lease of. 1864— (March 3). Ch. 75 ; 11 S. L. 498. May enter on Middlesex R. R. and Metropolitan R. R., on certain terms. (May 13). Ch. 266 ; 11 S. L. 587. Concerning rates of fare. 1867— (June 1). Ch. 342; 12 S. L. 353, § 8. Proportion of the expense of widening the bridge on the Salem turnpike road, in Chelsea, to be paid by. [1869, ch. 256 ; 12 S. L. 733.] 1868— (June 10). Ch. 335 ; 12 S. L. 574. Amending 1868, ch. 309 ; 12 S. L. 552, § 1, concerning Salem turnpike and Chelsea bridge and the several toll bridges in Essex County, and making the highway subject .to leasehold and chartered rights and liabilities of. [1870, en. 324 ; 12 S. L. 1031.] 61 482 Street Railroad Companies. 1869— (May 10). Ch. 256 ; 12 S. L. 733, § 2. Remedy for enforc- ing payment of proportion of expense for widening bridge in Chelsea under 1867, ch. 342, § 8 ; 12 S. L. 353. 1870— (June 3). Ch. 324 ; 12 S. L. 1031, § 1. Highway in Chelsea referred to in 1868, ch. 335 ; 12 S. L. 574, subject to the rights of. CHELSEA BEACH RATT.ROAD COMPANY. 1858— (Feb. 24). Ch. 29 ; 10 S. L. 786. Original charter. Location in North Chelsea, from Boston and Chelsea R. R. to Chelsea Beach. 1859— (April 6). Ch. 202 ; 10 S. L. 910, §§ 1, 2. Lynn and Boston R. R. Co. mav connect with and enter on. CHELSEA AND EAST BOSTON STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1865— (May 5). Ch. 199 ; 11 S. L. 700. Original charter. Location in Boston and Chelsea, from the terminus of the Suffolk R. R. to Eastern R. R. WINNTSIMMET RAILROAD COMPANY. 1857— (May 26). Ch. 227 ; 10 S. L. 733. Original charter. Location in Chelsea. 1861— (Jan. 31). Ch. 18 ; 11 S. L. 132. May run cars over the Win- nisimmet ferry, and passage-ways leading thereto. 1862— (April 30). Ch. 191 ; 11 S. L. 319. Use of tracks of other companies to and from Scollay's building, or other point north of Cornhill street, in Boston ; power to lease its real estate and franchise. (April 30). Ch. 192; 11 S. L. 319, § 1. Lynn and Boston R. R. Co. may enter on. 1863— (Feb. 27). Ch. 36 ; 11 S. L. 344. Lynn and Boston R. R. Co. may lease the road of. (March 7). Ch. 68 ; 11 S. L. 361, § 2. Use of, by the Winthrop R. R. Co., upon certain conditions. [1865, ch. 199 ; 11 S. L. 700.] Street Railroad Companies. 483 I860— (Ma}' 5). Ch. 199 ; 11 S. L. 700, § 6. Refers to connection contemplated by the Winthrop R. R. Co. between the Suffolk. R. K. and the Winnisimmet R. R. EVERETT AND CHELSEA STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1871— (March 24). Ch. 132 ; Acts and Res. 509. Original charter. Location in Chelsea and Everett, connecting with Lynn and Boston R. R, LYNN AND BOSTON RAILROAD COMPANY. 1859— (April 6). Ch. 202 ; 10 S. L. 910. Original charter. Location in North Chelsea, Saugus, Lynn, Swampscott and Marblehead. [§ 17, concerning reduction of cap- ital, repealed by § 3 of 1862, ch. 192 ; 11 S. L. 319.] 1861— (Jan. 26). Ch. 4; 11 S. L. 124. Location of road to be determined by the authorities of Lynn and the several towns. 1862— (April 30). Ch. 192 ; 11 S. L. 319. Use of Winnisimmet R. R. and ferry ; lease of road to another company ; time extended, and repeal of § 17 of 1859, ch. 202; 10 S. L. 910. 1863— (Feb. 27). Ch. 36 ; 11 S. L. 344. May lease the Winnisimmet R. R., and lease' or receive transfer of lease of Boston and Chelsea R. R. 1864— (May 13). Ch. 252 ; 11 S. L. 582, § 1. Connection with the South Danvers and L} r nn Street R. in Lynn, and re- spective rights of each company as to location in said city. (May 14). Ch. 284 ; 11 S. L. 597, § 2. Assent of, in writing, required, to the location of Salem and South Danvers R. R. in Lynn. 1865— (May 1). Ch. 184 ; 11 S. L. 689. Capital stock increased, and location in Lynn and Swampscott extended. 1868— (Feb. 6). Ch. 2; 12 S. L. 387. May mortgage real and personal property. 484 Street Railroad Companies. 1868— (June 5). Ch. 309; 12 S. L. 552, §§ 1, 2. Liability to contribute its proportion to expense of Salem turnpike and bridges. [1868, ch. 335 ; 12 S. L. 574. 1870, ch. 324; 12 S. L. 1031.] (June 10). Ch. 335 ; 12 S. L. 574. Reserves leasehold and chartered rights of, amending § 1 of -1868, ch. 309 ; 12 S. L. 552. [1870, ch. 324 ; 12 S. L. 1031.] 1869— (June 12). Ch. 397 ; 12 S. L. 816, § 1. Location of the Bos- ton and Lynn Union R. in Lynn to be with approval of. 1870— (June 3). Ch. 324; 12 S. L. 1031. Rights of, in Salem turnpike, reserved in act conferring jurisdiction over Broadway street, in Chelsea, upon its authorities. 1871— (March 24). Ch. 132 ; Acts and Res. 509, § 2. Everett and Chelsea Street R. Co. may enter on. 1873— (April 19). Ch. 216 ; Acts and Res. 625. Connection with the Lynn City Street R. Co. LYNN CITY STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1873— (April 19). Ch. 216 ; Acts and Res. 625. Original charter. Location in Lynn, connecting with the Lynn and Boston R. R. Co. BOSTON" AND LYNN UNION RAILWAY COMPANY. 1869— (June 12). Ch. 397 ; 12 S. L. 816. Original charter. Location in Peabody and Lynn. 1871— (April 8). Ch. 171 ; Acts and Res. 536. Time extended, and name changed to the Boston, Lynn and Peabody R. Co., and extension in Peabod}-. See Boston, Lynn and Peabody B. Co. BOSTON, LYNN AND PEABODY RAILWAY COMPANY. 1871 — (April 8). Ch. 171 ; Acts and Res. 536. Name changed from Boston and Lynn Union R. Co. to Boston, Lynn and Peabody R. Co., with extension of time, and of location in Peabody. Street Railroad Companies. 485 1873— (April 30). Ch. 249 ; Acts and Res. 683. Time extended, and capital stock reduced. See Boston and Lynn Union R. Co. GRAVES END BRANCH STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1868— (Feb. 17). Ch. 22 ; 12 S. L. 393. Original charter. Location in Lynn. 1870— (May 16). Ch. 254; 12 S. L. 999. Charter revived and time extended ; extension in Lynn ; increase of capital stock authorized. SALEM AND SOUTH DANVERS RAILROAD COMPANY. 1861— (March 1). Ch. 63 ; 11 S. L. 161. Original charter. Location in South Danvers and Salem. 1862— (Feb. 24). Ch. 32 ; 11 S. L. 262. Time extended, and capital stock increased. 1863— (March 18). Ch. 97 ; 11 S. L. 376. Extension into Beverly. 1864— (May 13). Ch. 252 ; 11 S. L. 582, § 1. South Danvers and Lynn Street R. Co. may use certain tracks of, by paying for such use. (May 14). Ch. 284; 11 S. L. 597. Extension in Salem, Marblehead, Swampscott, Danvers and South Danvers, and increase of capital stock. 1865— (March 30). Ch. 118; 11 S. L. 655. Time extended, and authority to lease franchise. (May 5). Ch. 201 ; 11 S. L. 702. Authority to issue bonds secured by mortgage of road and franchise, and compen- sation to the Commonwealth for the use of Essex bridge. 1867— (Feb. 1). Ch. 6 ; 12 S. L. 169. Time extended for powers under 1864, ch. 284 ; 11 S. L. 597.. 486 Street Railroad Companies. 1869— (April 13). Ch. 164 ; 12 8. L. 671. Name changed to Salem Street R., and time extended for powers under 1867, ch. 6; 12 S. L. 169. See Salem Street JR. SOUTH DANVEBS AND LYNN STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1864— (May 13). Ch. 252 ; 11 S. L. 582. Original charter. Location in South Danvers and Lynn, connecting with the Salem and South Danvers R. R. ; limited, however, if the Lynn and Boston R. R. is constructed within the time named. 1865— (Feb. 15). Ch. 20 ; 11 S. L. 619. Time extended. SALEM STREET RAILWAY. 1869— (April 13). Ch. 164; 12 S. L. 671. Name changed from Salem and South Danvers R. R. Co. to Salem Street R. (June 12). Ch. 397; 12 S. L. 816, § 2. Boston and Lynn Union R. Co. required to transport the passengers of. See Salem and South Danvers JR. B. Go. NEWBTJRYPORT AND AMESBURY HORSE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1864— (Feb. 29). Ch. 53 ; 11 S. L. 487. Original charter. Location in Newburyport, Salisbury and Amesbury. (May 12). Ch. 233 ; 11 S. L. 575, § 8. Newburyport R. R. Co. and the said N. & A. Horse R. R. Co. may use the street tracks of each other in Newburyport, with consent. 1867— (March 23). Ch. 92 ; 12 S. L. 213. Renews 1864, ch. 53 ; 11 S. L. 487, and extends time. 1868— (June 4). Ch. 304 ; 12 S. L. 549. City of Newburyport and the towns of Amesbury and Salisbury may subscribe to the capital stock of, each to a limited amount. [1871, ch. 319 ; Acts and Res. 657, increases the amount.] Street Railroad Companies. 487 1869— (June 12). Ch. 398 ; 12 S. L. 818, § 12. Newburyport City R. R. Co. and said N. & A. Horse R. R. Co. may con- nect with, and enter on the tracks of each other, with consent. 1871— (April 5). Ch. 165 ; Acts and Res. 533. Extends time. (May 23). Ch. 319 ; Acts and Res. 657. City of Newbury- port and the towns of Amesbury and Salisbury may subscribe to the capital stock of, each to a limited amount. [1868, ch. 304 ; 12 S. L. 549.] 1873— (Feb. 26). Ch. 49 ; Acts and Res. 512. May lease its road and franchise, or contract for the operation of its road with responsible parties, the company still remaining subject to the same duties and liabilities. NEWBTJRYPORT AND PLUM ISLAND STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1868— (March 30). Ch. 90 ; 12 S. L. 432. Original charter. Location in Newburyport from foot of Marlborough street to Plum Island. LOWELL HORSE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1863— (April 23). Ch. 172 ; 11 S. L. 424. Original charter. Location in Lowell. 1864— (May 13). Ch. 261 ; 11 S. L. 586. Extension into Chelms- ford and Dracut. 1873 — (April 7). Ch. 171 ; Acts and Res. 596. Increase of capital stock, and cancellation of existing certificates. MERRIMAC VALLEY HORSE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1863— (April 29). Ch. 207 ; 11 S. L. 434. Original charter. Location in Lawrence, Andover, North Andover and Methuen. 488 Street Railroad Companies. 1865— (March 6). Ch. 64 ; 11 S. L. 633. Time extended. 1867— (April 25). Ch. 172 ; 12 S. L. 257. Time extended. 1868— (May 19). Ch. 220 ; 12 S. L. 492. Amount of capital stock ; certain acts of the corporation confirmed. MEBBIMAC STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1870— (June 3). Ch. 320 ; 12 S. L. 1026. Original chatter. Location in Haverhill, Groveland and Bradford. 1872 — (March 8). Ch. 76 ; Acts and Res. 59. Charter revived, and time extended. 1873— (April 24). Ch. 233 ; Acts and Res. 635. Connection with the Kenoza Street R. Co. KENOZA STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1873— (April 24). Ch. 233 ; Acts and Res. 635. Original charter. Location in Haverhill, connecting with the Merrimac Street R. Co. HYDE PARK BRANCH RAILWAY COMPANY. 1869— (May 15). Ch. 280 ; 12 S. L. 752. Original charter. Location from H}'de Park station on Boston and Provi- dence R. R. to Mill Village in Dedham. TAUNTON STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1870— (Feb. 12). Ch. 18 ; 12 S. L. 876. Original charter. Location in Taunton. 1871— (Feb. 24). Ch. 51 ; Acts and Res. 467. Charter revived, and time extended. (May 26). Ch. 388; Acts and Res. 747. Capital stock reduced. I Street Railroad Companies. 489 NEW BEDFORD STREET RAILROAD COMPANY. 1866— (April 12). Ch. 156 ; 12 S. L. 68. Original charter. Location in New Bedford. [Repealed by § 4 of 1870, ch. 126 ; 12 S. L. 929.] 1870— (March 23). Ch. 126 ; 12 S. L. 929, § 4. Repeals 1866, ch. 156 ; 12 S. L. 68. NEW BEDFORD AND FAIRHAVEN RAILWAY COMPANY. 1866— (May 28). Ch. 276 ; 12 S. L. 142. Original charter. Location in New Bedford and Fairhaven. 1870— (March 23). Ch. 126 ; 12 S. L. 929, § 4. Repeals 1866, ch. 226 ; 12 S. L. 142. [1870, ch. 403 ; 12 S. L. 1062, substitutes ch. 276 for ch. 226 in § 4.] (June 23). Ch. 403 ; 12 S. L. 1062. Substitutes ch. 276 for ch. 226 in § 4 of 1870, ch. 126 ; 12 S. L. 929. NEW BEDFORD AND FAIRHAVEN STREET RAILWAY COMPANY, No. I. 1870— (March 23). Ch. 126 ; 12 S. L. 929. Original charter. Location in New Bedford and Fairhaven ; repeal of 1866, ch. 156 ; 12 S. L. 68, and 1856, ch. 226 [276] ; 12 S. L. 142, incorporating the New Bedford Street R. R. Co., and the New Bedford and Fairhaven R. Co. (June 23). Ch. 403 ; 12 S. L. 1062. Substitutes ch. 276 for ch. 226, in 1870, ch. 126 ; 12 S. L. 929. NEW BEDFORD AND FAIRHAVEN STREET RAILWAY COMPANY, No. 2. 1872— (Feb. 6). Ch. 11 ; Acts and Res. 17. Original charter. Location in New Bedford and Fairhaven. 62 490 Street Railroad Companies. FALL RIVER STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1873 — (March 27). Ch. 120 ; Acts and Res. 550. Original charter. Location in Fall River. CAMPELLO, NORTH BRIDGEWATER AND HOLBROOK STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1872— (April 29). Ch. 284 ; Acts and Res. 223. Original charter. Location in North Bridsrewater and Holbrook. DUXBURY RAILROAD COMPANY. 1861— (April 6). Ch. 147 ; 11 S. L. 199. Original charter. Location from depot of Old Colony and Fall River R. R. Co. in Kingston to Duxbury. DUXBURY STREET RAILROAD COMPANY. 186G— (April 12). Ch. 155 ; 12 S. L. 67. Original charter. Location from depot of Old Colony and Newport R. R.. in Kingston, to Duxbury. COHASSET AND SCITUATE STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1866^-(April 25). Ch. 181 ; 12 S. L. 87. Original charter. Location from depot of South Shore R. R., in Cohasset, to Scituate harbor in Scituate. FITCHBURG STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1873 — (April 2). Ch. 150 ; Acts and Res. 572. Original charter. Location in Fitchburg from Lunenburg road to the jail in South Fitchburg. WORCESTER HORSE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1861— (April 6). Ch. 148 ; 11 S. L. 201. Original charter. Location in Worcester. Street Railroad Companies. 491 1863— (Feb. 13). Ch. 19 ; 11 S. L. 340. Time extended. 1864— (March 17). Ch. 102 ; 11 S. L. 511. Extension in Worcester, and increase of capital stock. 1866— (April 25). Ch. 182 ; 12 S. L. 87. Issue of preferred stock ; authoritj" to sell, mortgage or lease road, and ratification of mortgages alread}' made. [Richardson v. Sibley, 11 Allen R. 65.] 1867— (April 12). Ch. 141 ; 12 S. L. 242. Worcester Street R. Co. incorporated for the purchase of the Worcester Horse R. R. See Worcester Street B. Co. WORCESTER STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1867— (April 12). Ch. 141 ; 12 S. L. 242. Original charter. Incorporated for the purchase of the Worcester Horse R. R. ; capital stock thereof; power to sell, lease or mortgage road-and property. 1869— (June 8). Ch. 356 ; 12 S. L. 796. Provisions for determining whether the company has failed to provide reasonable accommodations, and in case of such failure being found, a receiver to be appointed and sale made, and proceeds distributed. 1870— (May 9). Ch. 233 ; 12 S. L. 988. Connection of the Worces- ter and Shrewsbury Street R. with. 1872— (March 19). Ch. 106 ; Acts and Res. 88. Worcester and Shrewsbury Street R. Co. may connect with. 1873— (March 24). Ch. 96 ; Acts and Res. 539. Streets occupied by, not to be used by the Worcester and Shrewsbury R. R. Co. WORCESTER AND SHREWSBURY STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1870— (May 9). Ch. 233 ; 12 S. L. 988. Original charter. Location in Worcester and Shrewsbury, with right to use a dummy engine on part of route ; town of Shrewsbury may subscribe to capital stock of. 492 Street Railroad Companies. 1872— (March 19). Ch. 106; Acts and Res. 88. Charter revived} connection with the Worcester Street R. ; extension in Worcester ; location on lands of the Commonwealth prohibited. 1873— (March 24). Ch. 96; Acts and Res. 539. Authority, when its organization is complete, with the consent of the board of aldermen, to locate its tracks in the public streets of Worcester, except those occupied by the Worcester Street R. Co. ; provision as to motive power. SPRINGFIELD HORSE RAILROAD COMPANY. 1863— (March 30). Ch. 121 ; 11 S. L. 388. Original charter. Location in Springfield. 1865— (Feb. 27). Ch. 53 ; 11 S. L. 629. Time extended. SPRINGFIELD STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1868— (March 16). Ch. 63 ; 12 S. L. 413. Original charter. Location in Springfield, Chicopee and Longmeadow. 1869— (March 26). Ch. 113; 12 S. L. 646. Charter renewed, with reduction of capital stock and extension in Springfield. 1873— (April 2). Ch. 149; Acts and Res. 571. Extension in Springfield from State street to Eastern avenue. NORTHAMPTON AND WILLIAMSBURG STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1865— (April 4). Ch. 128 ; 11 S. L. 660. Original charter. Location from Northampton to Williamsburg. 1866— (April 25). Ch. 183 ; 12 S. L. 89. Time extended. 1870— (Feb. 21). Ch. 29 ; 12 S. L. 881. Reduction of capital stock. 1873— (Feb. 26). Ch. 48 ; Acts and Res. 512. Name changed to the Northampton Street R. Co., and authority given to reduce capital stock. See Northampton Street R. Co. Street Railroad Companies. 493 NORTHAMPTON STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1873— (Feb. 26). Ch. 48 ; Acts and Res. 512. Name changed from the Northampton and Williamsburg Street R. Co., and authority given to reduce capital stock. See Northampton and Williamsburg Street B. Co. NORTHAMPTON, HADLEY AND AMHERST STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1867— (March 23). Ch. 90 ; 12 S. L. 213. Original charter. Location from Northampton to Amherst. 1868— (March -20). Ch. 78 ; 12 S. L. 422. Town of Hadley may subscribe to the capital stock of. (June 4). Ch. 299; 12 S. L. 545. Reduction of capital stock ; vote upon the subscription of the town of Had- ley ; extension of time. WESTFLELD STREET RAILWAY COMPANY. 1868— (April 29). Ch. 148 ; 12 S. L. 462. Original charter. Location from Boston and Albany R. R. to Westfield village. ADDENDA. OLD COLONY RAILROAD COMPANY. 1873— (May 29). Ch. 324; Acts and Res. 829. May change its location in Provincetown. See ante, pp. 21-23. MILFORD AND WOONSOCKET RAILROAD COMPANY. 1873— (April 22). Ch. 218; Acts and Res. 627, § 1. May extend its road to the north line of Rhode Island, in Wrentham, also to the west line of Attleborough, both routes to connect with other railroads to be built. § 2. May increase capital stock by 1,000 shares. §§ 3-7. May form corporate union with the Rhode Island and Massachusetts R. R. Co., a Rhode Island corporation, with provisions for effecting such union. See ante, pp. 133-135. RHODE ISLAND . AND MASSACHUSETS RAILROAD COMPANY. (A RHODE ISLAND CORPORATION.) 1873— (April 22). Ch. 218 ; Acts and Res. 627, §§ 3-7. Corporate union with the Milford and Woonsocket R. R. Co. authorized, with provisions for effecting the same. See Milford and Woonsocket R. R. Co. EXETER AND SALISBURY RAILWAY COMPANY. 1873— (April 7). Ch. 170; Acts and Res. 595. Time for location and construction extended to April 27, 1874. See ante, pp. 173, 174. w**