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Tag: 1955

December 29, 1955July 19, 2026 georgenhs Champions, This Day In Norwood History

Roll-Land Champions To Skate For DAV Benefit-This Day in Norwood History-December 29, 1955

MISS ROLL-LAND—The honor of being chosen Miss Roll-Land for 1955 went to dainty Miss Lillian Carlson of Norwood. Two former winners of the top honor acted as judges for the … Continue reading Roll-Land Champions To Skate For DAV Benefit-This Day in Norwood History-December 29, 1955

a p supermarket Norwood ma 1955
September 26, 1955September 17, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

A&P Supermarket In Norwood Plans Opening Wednesday-This Day in Norwood History-September 26, 1955

A&P Supermarket In Norwood Plans Opening Wednesday-This Day in Norwood History- September 26, 1955

a p supermarket Norwood ma 1955
September 26, 1955September 17, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

A&P Supermarket In Norwood Plans Opening Wednesday-This Day in Norwood History-September 26, 1955

An ultra-modern A. & P. supermarket on Route 1, Norwood, featuring all of the latest self-service shopping conveniences, will have its grand opening Wednesday. Opening day through Saturday will see … Continue reading A&P Supermarket In Norwood Plans Opening Wednesday-This Day in Norwood History-September 26, 1955

September 15, 1955September 14, 2026 georgenhs Local Business History, Uncategorized

Community News-September 15, 1955

Miss Dougherty's dance studio prepares to open on Day Street, Norfolk County Extension sets fall workshops in Walpole, and Local 362 resumes its monthly meetings.

Westover Estates 1955
September 10, 1955September 3, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

“Planned Individuality” at Westover Estates-This Day in Norwood History-September 10, 1955

"For the discriminating home buyer who is seeking true contemporary architectural design in a tri-level or ranch home, there is nothing to compare with Westover Estates in Norwood." says Leo … Continue reading “Planned Individuality” at Westover Estates-This Day in Norwood History-September 10, 1955

August 25, 1955August 24, 2026 georgenhs Human Interest, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Welcomes New Residents Via Welcome Wagon-August 25, 1955

The Norwood Messenger welcomed numerous new families to town who were greeted in person by the official Welcome Wagon Hostess.

August 25, 1955August 24, 2026 georgenhs Politics, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Young Republican Club Plans Celebrity Dinner-August 25, 1955

The Norwood Young Republican Club finalized plans for a September 28 celebrity dinner at Holman Hall featuring Lt. Gov. Sumner Whittier and regional political leaders.

August 25, 1955August 24, 2026 georgenhs Norwood Police Department, Uncategorized

Norwood Police Officers Denied Permanent Status-August 25, 1955

Four temporary Norwood police officers seeking permanent intermittent status were denied by selectmen, despite advocacy from Selectman Harry B. Butters regarding civil service exam hurdles.

August 4, 1955August 4, 2026 georgenhs Local Business History

Norwood’s Thriving Business Scene-August 4, 1955

A look back at Norwood in 1955 reveals a thriving local economy filled with bustling auto dealerships like Boch Nash, popular eateries like Green Jade, and trusted neighborhood hardware stores and beauty salons.

July 29, 1955July 29, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Young Guys And Dolls-July 29, 1955

Jan Miernyk, 7 years old, and his sister Judy, 3 years old, are the children of Mr. and Mrs. William Miernyk of 2 Cambridge Road, Norwood. Mr. Miernyk Is a … Continue reading Young Guys And Dolls-July 29, 1955

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