Fatally Stricken From Smoke Inhaled at Dwelling Blaze NORWOOD. Jan. 1—Stricken suddenly from smoke inhaled at a fire a short time previously. Ladderman John F. Lydon, 41, of 38 Press … Continue reading Norwood Fireman John F. Lydon Dies at Controls of Ladder Truck-This Day In Norwood History-January 1, 1942
Congress Votes War-This Day In Norwood History-December 8, 1941
"God Bless Our Efforts" Text of a prepared statement issued at noon today to all Norwood residents by Harry B. Butters, chairman of the Board of Selectmen. "War is upon … Continue reading Congress Votes War-This Day In Norwood History-December 8, 1941
Hooded Gunmen Fire Shots At Home of W Cameron Forbes-This Day in Norwood History-August 25, 1939
W. Cameron Forbes A hooded gunman broke into the home of W. Cameron Forbes, former ambassador to Japan, early today, fired at the caretaker with a double-barreled shotgun, frightened the … Continue reading Hooded Gunmen Fire Shots At Home of W Cameron Forbes-This Day in Norwood History-August 25, 1939
Former Gov. Allen-Owner Of Plant, Accused of “Importing New York Thugs” in Strike-December 4, 1933
STATE AND BOSTON OFFICERS CALLED State and Boston police were called upon to aid the Norwood police today after striking tannery workers and hired guards clashed in a fight that … Continue reading Former Gov. Allen-Owner Of Plant, Accused of “Importing New York Thugs” in Strike-December 4, 1933
George. H. Morrill of Morrill Ink Co. Dead-This Day In Norwood History-December 13, 1932
He Was President of Ink Company Until 1929 George Henry Morrill 1829-1909 Dec 13, 1932—George H. Morrill, for many years president and director of the George H. Morrill Company, manufacturers … Continue reading George. H. Morrill of Morrill Ink Co. Dead-This Day In Norwood History-December 13, 1932
Norwood Woman Leaps to Death From 31st Floor of New York Hotel-October 18, 1932
Norwood Woman Leaps to Death From 31st Floor of New York Hotel-This Day in Norwood History-October 18, 1932
Milton Howard Begins 1790 Mile Trip On his 75th Birthday-This Day in Norwood History-October 1, 1926
Milton Howard Begins 1790 Mile Trip On his 75th Birthday-This Day in Norwood History-October 1, 1926
Murphy Block Prey of Bad Blaze-This Day In Norwood History-February 7, 1916
$16,000 FIRE IN NORWOOD Help Summoned From Dedham — Company Makes Record Run. Wife of Proprietor Gets Out Safely. This is the Murphy Block in 2020. NORWOOD, Feb 6 — … Continue reading Murphy Block Prey of Bad Blaze-This Day In Norwood History-February 7, 1916
New Balch School Ready-This Day in Norwood History-September 2, 1913
SCHOOLS OF NORWOOD. New Balch Building to Open Tomorrow—Assignment of 12 New Teachers in Various Districts. NORWOOD, Sept 2—The public schools of Norwood open next Wednesday for the Fall term. … Continue reading New Balch School Ready-This Day in Norwood History-September 2, 1913
Warren E. Rhoads Dead at 73-This Day in Norwood History-September 26, 1912
Court Officer of Norfolk County and Had Been Tyler of a Masonic Lodge for 47 Years. Warren E. Rhoads, one of the best-known citizens of Norwood, and widely known throughout … Continue reading Warren E. Rhoads Dead at 73-This Day in Norwood History-September 26, 1912