georgenhs Local History, Map, Norwood History

Norwood Maps-Norwood in 1876

1876 Map of Norwood

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Washington No. 7 Fire House Held a Special Place In Norwood History

South Dedham’s first fire station, Washington No. 7, later renamed Norwood No. 1, was located on Washington Street on the site of St. Catherine’s School. A hand-drawn hose wagon and … Continue reading Washington No. 7 Fire House Held a Special Place In Norwood History

georgenhs Local History, Norwood Massachusetts, South Dedham

A Brief History of Norwood Massachusetts

Aaron Guild and his oxen, featured on the Norwood Town Seal. Ezra Morse and Josiah Fisher were granted permission to use 14 acres of the Purgatory Swamp in 1697 and … Continue reading A Brief History of Norwood Massachusetts

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PROPOSED NEW TOWN.

Favorable Report Given to Senate on Nahatan.It Would Take Nearly Two Thirds of the Territory of Dedham. Hope of Projectors to Make It a Mecca For Low Tax Seekers. Thu, … Continue reading PROPOSED NEW TOWN.

georgenhs Local History, Norwood History, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Up To Date-This Day In Norwood History-October 14, 1898

Growth and Development of the Place Some of the Advantages offered by Norwood to Investors, Manufacturers, home-seekers, and others. This 1890's photograph looks south on Washington Street from the top … Continue reading Norwood Up To Date-This Day In Norwood History-October 14, 1898

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Norwood, a Progressive Town, Has a Bright Future-This Day In Norwood History-July 27, 1895

This Day In Norwood History-July 27, 1895-Norwood, a Progressive Town, Has a Bright Future