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📰 Norwood News of the Day – January 2, 1892
🗳️ Norwood Political News
The Board of Selectmen reviewed departmental expenditures and discussed appropriations for street lighting and snow removal. Mr. William H. Morse was appointed clerk for the upcoming fiscal year.
🏛️ Norwood Town Meeting Decisions
Funding was approved for additional oil lamps along Cottage Street and Washington Street. A citizen petition requested sidewalk repairs near the train depot. The Highway Department submitted its quarterly report, noting gravel purchases and labor costs.
🚧 Norwood Department of Public Works News
Sidewalk grading was completed near the Everett Street school zone. Snow clearance operations began, and drainage improvements were underway on Day Street. Crews were assigned to pothole repairs near Winter Street.
🚓 Norwood Police Department News
Officer James L. Connors was recognized for responding to a disturbance near the train station. The department reported two arrests for public intoxication and one for disorderly conduct.
🔥 Norwood Fire Department News
The Fire Department responded to a chimney fire on Nichols Street. A new hose reel was delivered to the central station. Chief George W. Guild requested additional volunteer training sessions.
🏫 Norwood School News
Norwood High resumed classes on January 4. Minor repairs to the Winslow School roof were approved. Miss Clara Hastings and Mr. Edwin L. Pratt continued in their teaching roles.
🤝 Civic Group & Club News
The Norwood Women’s Club hosted a lecture by Mrs. Helen B. Carver on “The Role of Women in Civic Life.” The Historical Society announced its winter exhibit on early settlement artifacts. The Temperance Union planned a youth outreach forum for January 10.
🛡️ Fraternal Organizations
The Odd Fellows elected Mr. Charles W. Ellis as Noble Grand. The Knights of Pythias held a social gathering at the Masonic Hall. The Masonic Lodge announced its annual banquet for January 20.
🇺🇸 Veterans & Military Service News
Civil War veterans gathered at Highland Cemetery for a remembrance ceremony organized by the GAR. Mr. Samuel T. Blake was honored for his service. The GAR planned a fundraising event for widows and orphans.
🎓 Norwood High Alumni Notes
Mr. Edwin L. Pratt (Class of 1889) returned for the holidays. Miss Clara Hastings (Class of 1890) joined the library staff. Mr. James H. Morse (Class of 1888) was promoted at Bird & Son.
🏈 Norwood High School Sports News
Winter athletics began with indoor conditioning. Coach William T. Carver announced spring baseball tryouts. No scores or rosters were published.
🕍 Faith & Religious Community News
First Parish Church held a New Year’s service led by Rev. John W. Guild. St. Catherine’s announced its winter confirmation class. The Methodist Episcopal Church hosted a charity supper.
🎭 Arts & Entertainment
The Dramatic Society began rehearsals for The Village Blacksmith. Miss Margaret Hastings gave a piano recital at Town Hall. The Norwood Band performed at the Odd Fellows’ gathering.
🧒 Youth & Scouting News
The Boys’ Brigade hiked to Ellis Pond, led by Mr. Charles W. Ellis. The Girls’ Reading Circle met to discuss Little Women. Plans were underway to form a Camp Fire Girls chapter.
🧓 Senior & Retirement Community News
Mrs. Abigail Morse celebrated her 80th birthday. Mr. Samuel Guild, age 84, was honored at the GAR ceremony.
🧭 History & Heritage Highlights
The Historical Society announced its winter exhibit featuring 18th-century tools and maps. Mr. Edwin P. Guild submitted a lecture manuscript on Norwood’s founding families.
🧮 Business & Employment News
Bird & Son launched a new roofing line and hired three workers. Mr. Thomas J. Blake opened a general store on Washington Street. Kendall Mills posted job openings for weavers and machinists.
🧑⚖️ Court & Legal News
Probate notices were published for Mr. John H. Ellis and Mrs. Mary Guild. Two property disputes were heard near Winter Street. Judge William T. Morse presided.
🏡 Real Estate Transfers
Mr. Henry L. Morse sold a parcel on Cottage Street to Mr. Thomas J. Blake. Mr. George W. Ellis constructed a new home on Nichols Street for rental to town employees.
💌 Social Notes
Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Ellis returned from the Berkshires. Miss Clara Hastings visited her sister in Dedham. Mr. James H. Morse hosted a New Year’s dinner for alumni. Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Blake celebrated their 25th anniversary.
🕯️ Obituaries & Announcements
Mrs. Mary Guild, age 76, passed away at her Nichols Street home. Mr. John H. Ellis, former Selectman, died at age 82. Births included a son to Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Blake and a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Henry L. Morse. Engagements: Miss Eleanor Tichyno to Lt. Thomas Doran; Miss Marjorie Dill to Everett Pyne.
Source: Advertiser and Review, January 2, 1892.
Additional references: Norwood Town Report (1892), TIOT Yearbooks
Compiled by the Norwood Historical Society, with the assistance of Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini.