On This Day In Norwood History-August 12

VISIT WORLD’S FAIR Raymond J. Grote, of 39 Kathleen Lane, Norwood, with his son, Alan, his daughter, Linda, and his wife, Helen, have a cool drink at the hospitality lounge … Continue reading Grote Family Visit World’s Fair-This Day In…

🏡 A Ranch for $13,800: Exploring Norfolk County’s 1957 Housing Market In 1957, the American dream came with a price tag—and in Norfolk County, that price was often $13,800. Modest … Continue reading A Ranch for $13,800: Exploring Norfolk County’s…

This Day In Norwood History-August 12, 1949-Franklin Manufacturing Corp. Grew Out of Lull in Jewelry Business

This Day In Norwood History-August 12, 1949-Hawes Pool Cleaning Overdue

This week’s portrait is not confined to one individual, but rather presents a canvas of Norwood’s younger generation, the next one to step into the business, professional and political shoes … Continue reading Canvas Of Playground Instructors-This Day In Norwood…

This Day In Norwood History-August 12, 1938-Manager Denies Charges Made By Mutch Who Gives Indication Ousting Near

These news items were the talk of the town on August 12, 1938

Ground was broken at the junction of Route 1 and Dean street yesterday afternoon for a §40,000 roller-skating rink ami bowling alley which will be operated by the Santoro brothers … Continue reading Work Commenced On Skating Rink At Dean…

Came to Boston When 16 With Only $5. The funeral of Joseph Perez Hamlin of Norwood, who Died Monday, was held this afternoon at his home, corner of Wilson and … Continue reading Funeral of Norwood’s Wealthiest Man, First Traveling…

These news items were the talk of the town on August 12, 1893