John P. (Jack) Welch, owner of Welch's Newsstand in Norwood for over 40 years, passed away at Barnstable Hospital at age 80.
Norwood Park-July 7, 1955
Martin Cerel was the man behind Norwood Park, a housing development built at the base of Morse Hill in South Norwood at Alandale Parkway. Dozens of ads were run throughout … Continue reading Norwood Park-July 7, 1955
New Norwood Community, Westover, to Open Saturday-June 12, 1955
Welcome to the neighborhood! In June 1955, a major chapter in Norwood’s post-war suburban boom unfolded with the grand opening of Westover Estates. Designed by architects Compton and Pierce and built by the Jacet Construction Corporation, this planned community introduced stylish mid-century modern split-level and ranch homes featuring floor-to-ceiling fireplaces, all-electric Hotpoint kitchens, and ideal proximity to Willett Pond.
Norwood Women’s Club Wants To Ban Horror Comics-This Day in Norwood History-March 3, 1955
Horror comic books like these 1955 "Crime Stories" issues were under fire from several citizens groups, including the Norwood Women's Club, who were concerned about a rise in violent crimes, … Continue reading Norwood Women’s Club Wants To Ban Horror Comics-This Day in Norwood History-March 3, 1955
Peter Makarewicz Goes on Trial Next Monday in Murder of Geraldine Annese-This Day in Norwood History-March 3, 1955
May Require Two Days To Select Jury Peter Makarewicz, 15, shown at Dedham Court in the custody of Court Officer Bernard Richwagen. By E. V. McLEAN Peler Makarewicz, 15-year-old South … Continue reading Peter Makarewicz Goes on Trial Next Monday in Murder of Geraldine Annese-This Day in Norwood History-March 3, 1955
Judge Orders Most Evidence Be Shown to Defense in Geraldine Annese Murder Case-This Day in Norwood History-February 24, 1955
Goldstein To See State Exhibits Of Entire Case In an unprecedented ruling, Superior Court Judge Frank J. Donahue has ordered Norfolk County to turn over to the defense practically all … Continue reading Judge Orders Most Evidence Be Shown to Defense in Geraldine Annese Murder Case-This Day in Norwood History-February 24, 1955
Plimpton Press Provides Jobs for 900- Annual Payroll $3.5 Million-This Day in Norwood History-February 3, 1955
Plimpton Press, the famous printing house which occupies the sprawling industrial buildings between Lenox Street and the railroad, provides jobs for some 800 to 900 people in highly skilled work … Continue reading Plimpton Press Provides Jobs for 900- Annual Payroll $3.5 Million-This Day in Norwood History-February 3, 1955
Norwood Municipal Light Department Starts Safety Course-This Day in Norwood History-January 28, 1955
Employees of the Norwood Municipal Light department took their first lesson In a safety course yesterday given by Allen Chase (left), with Earl Hardy, head of the light department. On … Continue reading Norwood Municipal Light Department Starts Safety Course-This Day in Norwood History-January 28, 1955
Former Norwoodite MSgt. George S. Buckman Given USAF Recruiting Job Here-This Day in Norwood History-January 28, 1955
M/Sgt. George S. Buckman, Jr, has been appointed station commander of the United States Air Force Recruiting Station located in the Post Office, Norwood, according to Lt. Col. William A. … Continue reading Former Norwoodite MSgt. George S. Buckman Given USAF Recruiting Job Here-This Day in Norwood History-January 28, 1955
Kevin Dixon Shatters His Own Scoring Record With 45 Points-This Day in Norwood History-January 27, 1955
KING SIZE — Kevin Dixon, the standout junior high school basketball player who stands 6 foot, 5 Inches in his stocking feet, can almost lob the basketball Into the net … Continue reading Kevin Dixon Shatters His Own Scoring Record With 45 Points-This Day in Norwood History-January 27, 1955