JFK JOhn F Kennedy With Norwood Firefighters in 1958

Sen. Kennedy Visits Norwood During Barnstorming Tour-This Day in Norwood History-October 15, 1958

Norwood Messenger associate editor James T. O'Sullivan (left), looks on as editor George K. Sherlock (center) shows Senator and Mrs. Kennedy a front-page story from the previous week. The headline … Continue reading Sen. Kennedy Visits Norwood During Barnstorming Tour-This Day in Norwood History-October 15, 1958

Boch Business A Family Affair-February 16, 1958

ERNEST BOCH Vice President BOCH RAMBLER CO. Boch Rambler of Norwood, on Route 1 four miles south of Route 128, will have a full line of Rambler cars on display … Continue reading Boch Business A Family Affair-February 16, 1958

New Registrar of Motor Vehicles Clement Riley to Take Oath at Ill Mother’s Bedside-December 13, 1957

NEW REGISTRAR OF MOTOR VEHICLES AND FAMILY—Clement A. Riley of Norwood and wife pose with daughters, Maureen G. Riley, 20, left, and Mrs. Barbara Catalano. In an unusual ceremony, Clement … Continue reading New Registrar of Motor Vehicles Clement Riley to Take Oath at Ill Mother’s Bedside-December 13, 1957

Your Hospital, The Door That Is Always Open To All-This Day in Norwood History-December 3, 1957

The feeling of a New Year begun is prevalent about Norwood Hospital as elsewhere — not in a material sense, because our fiscal year begins October 1, but in a … Continue reading Your Hospital, The Door That Is Always Open To All-This Day in Norwood History-December 3, 1957

This Day in Norwood History-Talk Of The Town-August 15, 1957

These news items were the talk of the town on August 15, 1957

Norwood In The Service-August 15, 1957

Highlighting local military and civilian achievements, Norwood residents Frank Bilotta began basic training at Fort Dix, Charles J. Jurgelewicz earned marksmanship honors at Fort Belvoir, and John W. Murphy completed accounting certification.

Fr. Maguire Dies Suddenly-August 15, 1957

Father William J. Maguire, a beloved senior curate at Norwood's St. Catherine's Church and native of West Bridgewater, passed away suddenly following a heart attack.

New England Police Revolver League Medal Winners-This Day in Norwood History-August 8, 1957

MEDAL WINNERS — This group of Norwood police officers won first-place medals in their division at the shoot conducted by the New England Police Revolver League. Left to right— Patrolmen … Continue reading New England Police Revolver League Medal Winners-This Day in Norwood History-August 8, 1957

Disc Jockeys To Drive At Norwood Arena-August 1, 1957

WBZ-TV "Boston Movie Time” host Alan Dary, after defeating BZ’s Norm Prescott star of "Best Music in Boston” at golf, has challenged Prescott to a race at Norwood Arena. The … Continue reading Disc Jockeys To Drive At Norwood Arena-August 1, 1957

Few Incidents Harmful To Willett Beach Reputation-This Day in Norwood History-July 18, 1957

Operations at the beach remain safe and improved, featuring professional security, lifeguards, and upgraded facilities for the benefit of local residents.