Norwood Pair ‘Marooned’ in Moving House May 10, 1946 — Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Flynn spent a quiet evening at home tonight—right square in the middle of East Vernon st. … Continue reading Flynns Living in Downtown Street as Home Rolls to New Site-This Day In Norwood History-May 10, 1946
James Pendergast
1877-1940 James Edward Pendergast was born on November 22, 1877 in West Dedham (now Westwood), before moving to Norwood at a young age. His father Patrick J. Pendergast was an … Continue reading James Pendergast
George Willett Reviews His Early Activities-This Day in Norwood History-July 9, 1937
In this letter sent to the Norwood Messenger, George F. Willett recounts his early life and tells how his fortune was made in his own words.
Ora Holman Helped Hunt Down John Wilkes Booth, Turns 91-This Day In Norwood History-May 30, 1922
A legendary local patriot celebrates a milestone. At 91 years old, Walpole Street resident Ora Holman stands as Norwood’s oldest Civil War veteran, carrying a thrilling personal history that includes riding 100 miles through the night in the urgent pursuit of Lincoln's assassin, John Wilkes Booth.
George H, Morse, Widely Known in Norwood, Dead-This Day In Norwood History-May 6, 1917
George H. Morse, one of the oldest and best-known residents of Norwood, died this morning after a few days’ illness, aged 83, at his home, 1319 Washington st. Mr. Morse … Continue reading George H, Morse, Widely Known in Norwood, Dead-This Day In Norwood History-May 6, 1917
Sarah Morse Everett, Oldest Native Resident of Norwood, Turns 90-This Day In Norwood History-May 18, 1912
MRS WILLARD EVERETT, 90. Norwood Woman is Oldest Native Resident of the Town. Mrs Willard Everett, the oldest native-born resident of Norwood, celebrated her 90th birthday yesterday at her home, … Continue reading Sarah Morse Everett, Oldest Native Resident of Norwood, Turns 90-This Day In Norwood History-May 18, 1912
This Day In Norwood History-May 24, 1909This Day In Norwood History-May 24, 1909-Dr Cragin, Oldest Practicing Physician, Arrested-
Charged With Illegal Sale of Liquor. May 24, 1909—Dr. Francis M. Cragin. the oldest practicing physician in Norwood, was placed under arrest Saturday night on the charge of selling liquor … Continue reading This Day In Norwood History-May 24, 1909This Day In Norwood History-May 24, 1909-Dr Cragin, Oldest Practicing Physician, Arrested-
Dr. Cragin Arrested-This Day In Norwood History-May 24, 1909
Dr Cragin, Oldest Practicing Physician, is Charged With Illegal Sale of Liquor. NORWOOD, May 24—Dr Francis M. Cragin. the oldest practicing physician in Norwood, was placed under arrest Saturday night … Continue reading Dr. Cragin Arrested-This Day In Norwood History-May 24, 1909
This Day In Norwood History-May 4, 1909-Norwood Growth Making Records
May 3, 1909—This town had been in a trance for about 235 years before it woke up to the fact that it was of age and had a right to its independence. That was in 1871 and the following year the inhabitants of that portion of South Dedham known as Norwood were given permission by the legislature to set up housekeeping for themselves as the town of Norwood.
Norwood Growth Making Records-This Day In Norwood History-May 3, 1909
May 3, 1909—This town had been in a trance for about 235 years before it woke up to the fact that it was of age and had a right to its independence. That was in 1871 and the following year the inhabitants of that portion of South Dedham known as Norwood were given permission by the legislature to set up housekeeping for themselves as the town of Norwood.