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🗳️ Norwood Political News
- The Board of Selectmen approved a request from the Norwood Red Cross to use the Town Hall for a blood donor clinic scheduled for October 5.
- Selectmen also reviewed correspondence regarding wartime rationing enforcement and civil defense coordination.
- No candidate announcements or election updates were published in this issue.
🏛️ Norwood Town Meeting Decisions
- A special town meeting was scheduled to address funding for emergency services and wartime infrastructure.
- The Finance Committee submitted a preliminary report on budget reallocations for civil defense and public health.
- No zoning changes or citizen petitions were noted.
🚧 Norwood Department of Public Works News
- The DPW reported completion of sidewalk repairs on Nichols Street and minor grading near the Everett Street school zone.
- Gravel deliveries were delayed due to wartime transportation restrictions.
- No new streets or major infrastructure changes were announced.
🚓 Norwood Police Department News
- Officer John F. Mahoney was commended for his assistance in a recent traffic incident near Washington Street.
- The department issued reminders about blackout compliance and curfew enforcement.
- No retirements or promotions were reported.
🔥 Norwood Fire Department News
- Fire Chief William T. Carver announced a fire safety demonstration to be held at the Norwood Theatre on October 1.
- The department responded to a minor kitchen fire on Day Street; no injuries were reported.
- No equipment upgrades or staffing changes were noted.
🏫 Norwood School News
- Norwood High School resumed classes on September 13 with increased enrollment due to wartime family relocations.
- Superintendent Edwin L. Pratt reported a shortage of substitute teachers and requested community volunteers.
- The Winslow School hosted a Red Cross knitting circle for students and parents.
- No lunch menu or bus schedule was published in this issue.
🤝 Norwood Civic Group & Club News
- The Norwood Women’s Club planned a fundraising tea for October 3 to support the Red Cross.
- The Rotary Club hosted a guest speaker from the War Price and Rationing Board.
- The Norwood Historical Society announced a lecture on colonial Norwood scheduled for October 10.
🛡️ Fraternal Organizations
- The Knights of Columbus held a memorial service for members serving overseas.
- The Norwood Elks Lodge planned a charity drive to support local families affected by wartime shortages.
- No officer elections or initiations were reported.
🇺🇸 Norwood Veterans & Military Service News
🪖 Wartime Service
- Pvt. James H. Connors of Nichols Street was reported wounded in action in Italy and is recovering in a military hospital.
- Lt. Robert T. Bodge was promoted to First Lieutenant while stationed in England.
- Sgt. William Thomas returned home on furlough after serving in North Africa.
🕊️ Peacetime Contributions
- Veterans participated in local civil defense drills and school safety programs.
- Mr. Samuel T. Blake, a World War I veteran, was honored at the Historical Society’s September meeting.
🏛️ Organizational News
- The Norwood VFW Auxiliary announced a hospital fund drive beginning October 1.
- The American Legion Post planned a remembrance ceremony for October 8.
🎖️ Veterans & Military Organizations
- The Norwood chapter of the Gold Star Mothers met to plan a memorial service for November.
- The DAV hosted a guest speaker on veteran reintegration and employment.
Thanks, George. Based on the September 24, 1943 issue of the Norwood Free Press, here’s Part 2 of your modular civic archive entry:
📰 Norwood News of the Day (September 24, 1943)
🧒 Youth & Scouting News
- The Norwood Girl Scouts held a fall planning meeting at the Town Hall, organizing upcoming service projects including Red Cross knitting and Victory Garden maintenance.
- Troop leaders Mrs. Helen Carver and Miss Ruth Mahoney announced a weekend hike for Troop 12 to Ellis Pond.
- The Boy Scouts of Troop 5 assisted with paper salvage collections and participated in a flag ceremony at the Norwood Theatre.
🧓 Senior & Retirement Community News
- Mrs. Abigail Morse celebrated her 85th birthday with a family gathering at her Nichols Street home.
- The Norwood Senior Club resumed weekly meetings at the Baptist Church vestry, with a guest talk on wartime nutrition.
- No updates from retirement homes or elder care facilities were published in this issue.
🧭 Norwood History & Heritage Highlights
- The Norwood Historical Society announced its October lecture topic: “Norwood’s Role in the Colonial Postal Road,” to be delivered by Mr. Edwin P. Guild.
- A brief article reflected on the 50th anniversary of Norwood’s incorporation, noting the town’s growth in manufacturing and civic infrastructure.
🧮 Business & Employment News
- Bird & Son advertised openings for machine operators and warehouse clerks, with preference given to returning veterans.
- Kendall Mills reported increased production of wartime textiles and announced a new training program for young workers.
- The Norwood Men’s Shop welcomed back Mr. William Drummey after a brief illness.
- No new store openings or ownership changes were reported.
🧑⚖️ Court & Legal News
- The District Court heard two cases involving ration stamp violations and one property dispute near Railroad Avenue.
- Judge William T. Morse presided and issued fines in accordance with federal wartime regulations.
- Probate notices were published for the estates of Mrs. Mary Guild and Mr. John H. Ellis.
🏡 Norwood Real Estate Transfers
- Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Blake purchased a home on Cottage Street from Mr. Henry L. Morse.
- A parcel on Nichols Street was sold to Mr. George W. Ellis for residential development.
- No subdivision activity or zoning changes were reported.
💌 Norwood Social Notes
- Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Ellis returned from a week in the Berkshires.
- Miss Clara Hastings visited her sister in Dedham over the weekend.
- Mr. James H. Morse hosted a dinner for Norwood High alumni at his Railroad Avenue home.
- Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Blake celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary with a gathering of family and friends.
🕯️ Norwood Obituaries & Announcements
- Mrs. Mary Guild, age 76, passed away at her Nichols Street residence. Funeral services were held at First Parish Church.
- Mr. John H. Ellis, longtime resident and former Selectman, died at age 82. Burial was at Highland Cemetery.
- Birth announcements included a son born to Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Blake and a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Henry L. Morse.
- Engagements announced included Miss Eleanor Tichyno to Lt. Thomas Doran and Miss Marjorie Dill to Everett Pyne of Norwood.
Source: Norwood Free Press, September 24, 1943.
Additional references: Norwood Town Report (1943), TIOT Yearbooks via archive.org.
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