🗳️ Norwood Political News
- The Norwood Republican Town Committee met to finalize nominations for the upcoming municipal election.
- Discussions continued regarding the proposed extension of the water supply system to accommodate population growth.
🏛️ Norwood Town Meeting Decisions
- Town Meeting approved funding for additional street lighting in the village center and near the railroad depot.
- Citizens submitted a petition requesting the grading of land near the new schoolhouse site.
🚧 Department of Public Works News
- Sidewalk construction was completed on Cottage Street and parts of Railroad Avenue.
- Drainage improvements were initiated near the intersection of Washington and Vernon Streets.
🚓 Police Department News
- Constables responded to complaints of bicycle riding on sidewalks in the business district.
- Increased patrols were reported near the train station following recent disturbances.
🔥 Fire Department News
- The Fire Department conducted hose reel drills and tested new equipment acquired earlier in the year.
- A minor fire on Fulton Street was extinguished without damage.
🏫 School News
- Norwood Grammar School opened for the fall term with increased enrollment and new staff appointments.
- Superintendent’s report emphasized the need for additional classroom space and updated instructional materials.
🤝 Civic Group & Club News
- The Norwood Improvement Society held a meeting to discuss tree planting along Central Street.
- The Ladies’ Aid Society of the Baptist Church announced a fall fair fundraiser.
🛡️ Fraternal Organizations
- Norwood Lodge No. 123, I.O.O.F., held its regular meeting and elected officers for the coming term.
- Ancient Order of Hibernians planned a social gathering at Morrill Hall.
🇺🇸 Veterans & Military Service News
- G.A.R. Post 123 scheduled a memorial service for fallen comrades and discussed plans for a commemorative plaque.
🎓 Norwood High Alumni Notes
- Alumni Charles E. Winslow accepted a teaching post in Dedham.
- Miss Clara Morrill began studies at Bridgewater Normal School.
🕍 Faith & Religious Community News
- First Congregational Church announced a Harvest Sunday service and choir performance.
- Methodist Episcopal Church hosted a lecture on “Missions in India.”
🎭 Arts & Entertainment
- Norwood Band performed at the Town Common on Saturday evening.
- A traveling theatrical troupe presented “Uncle Tom’s Cabin” at Morrill Hall.
🛍️ 💵 What Things Cost in Norwood
🧥 Clothing & Accessories
- J.H. Winslow & Co.: Men’s wool suits $8.50; ladies’ fall jackets $4.25
- Norwood Dry Goods Store: Calico prints $0.05/yard; corsets $0.75
🍊 Groceries
- A. W. Lyon’s Market: Butter $0.25/lb; eggs $0.20/dozen; flour $0.75/25 lb bag
- Norwood Bakery: Fresh bread $0.05/loaf; pies $0.10 each
🧼 Services
- Norwood Laundry: Shirt laundering $0.10; collars $0.02
- E. T. Smith’s Barber Shop: Haircut $0.15; shave $0.10
🛋️ Hardware & Household
- Norwood Hardware Co.: Coal hods $0.50; lanterns $0.75; nails $0.05/lb
🧒 Youth & Scouting News
- Boys’ Brigade held a drill and march through the village square.
- Young people’s society at the Baptist Church planned a fall outing to Ellis Pond.
🧭 History & Heritage Highlights
- The Norwood Historical Society announced a lecture on colonial mills and early settlement.
- A commemorative plaque was installed at the site of the original tannery.
🧮 Business & Employment News
- Bird & Son advertised openings for laborers and apprentices.
- Norwood Press expanded operations and sought skilled typesetters.
🧑⚖️ Court & Legal News
- Probate notices filed for estates of Henry T. Blake and Sarah J. Ellis.
- Justice Court heard cases involving property disputes and unpaid debts.
💌 Social Notes
- Miss Alice Talbot returned from a visit to relatives in Providence.
- Mr. and Mrs. George Winslow celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary.
- Miss Lillian Morse announced her engagement to Mr. Edward T. Blake.
🕯️ Obituaries & Announcements
- Deaths reported: Mrs. Hannah Ellis, aged 84; Mr. Thomas Reed, aged 67.
- Births: Son born to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Faulkner; daughter born to Mr. and Mrs. William Pratt.
Source: Norwood Advertiser, September 23, 1904
Additional references: Norwood Town Report (1904), Norwood School Committee Reports
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