🗓️ August 19 in Norwood History: Political shakeups, fire dept revamp, civic debates, and the town’s first Labor Day celebration.
Gertrude’s Pastry Shop Owner Bernie Osborne Wins State Award for Maine Maple Pastry and Cherishes Small-Town Family Business-August 19, 1979
Bernie Osborne, owner of Gertrude’s Pastry Shop in Norwood Center, won top honors at the Massachusetts Retail Bakers Association contest with his signature Maine Maple pastry judged by Julia Child.
Norwood Town Team Baseball-August 19, 1964
This Day In Norwood History-August 19, 1964-Norwood Town Team Baseball
Now Enjoy Windsor Gardens-August 19, 1964
This Day In Norwood History-August 19, 1965-Now Enjoy Windsor Gardens
New Shoe Shop-August 19, 1964
NEW SHOE SHOP — Newest among the smart retail stores in uptown Norwood is the Shoe Shop at 690 Washington Street, next to Cummings. The store, specializing in women’s, misses’ … Continue reading New Shoe Shop-August 19, 1964
Norwood All Stars-August 19, 1964
All Stars Split With Holliston Front, lto r: Al Campbell, John Lynch, Gerry McTernan, Dave Thomas, Bill Moan, Gerry McDermot and Paul Carr. Rear: Manager Frank Wall, Joe Jenkins, Steve … Continue reading Norwood All Stars-August 19, 1964
On August 29
🕰️ Norwood highlights from 1896 to 1957: In 1957, Ann O’Neil and Catherine O’Toole graduated from Laboure Nursing School, while the Henry O. Peabody School promoted vocational training for girls. … Continue reading On August 29
On August 28
🕰️ Norwood snapshots: In 1985, Russell Webber’s backyard Eiffel Tower wowed neighbors with its quirky charm. Back in 1939, vandals caused $1,000 in damage at Highland Cemetery, overturning headstones and shocking the town. A 1912 murder case gripped Norwood as…
On August 27
🕰️ Norwood headlines across the decades: In 1948, the Grow family was ordered to vacate the VFW amid a housing crisis, and a surge in kindergarten enrollment led to double … Continue reading On August 27
On August 22
🗓️ From stock car thrills and retail expansion to trolley tragedy and baby pageantry, August 22 offers a vivid cross-section of Norwood’s evolving story. Discover more from Norwood Historical Society … Continue reading On August 22
This Day In Norwood History-August 21
🗓️ From aviation innovation and school expansion to decorative theater design and early driving laws, August 21 offers a dynamic snapshot of Norwood’s evolving story. Discover more from Norwood Historical … Continue reading This Day In Norwood History-August 21
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