A Life of Service and Faith On April 30, 2023, the town of Norwood, Massachusetts, suddenly lost a dedicated community leader, family man, and professional with the unexpected passing of … Continue reading In Memoriam-Gary M. Lee
Norwood’s Living History
By Marguerite Krupp, Originally published in the 1972 Centennial Magazine
Recreation Baton Twirlers Compete-This Day In Norwood History-April 30, 1957
COMPETING IN ASHLAND NEXT SUNDAY are these members of the Norwood Recreation Department Baton Twirling Classes. Front row, left to right, Linda Georgeu, Linda Lane, and Betty Ann McArdle. Rear … Continue reading Recreation Baton Twirlers Compete-This Day In Norwood History-April 30, 1957
Herbert M. Plimpton, Founder of The Plimpton Press, Dies at 89-This Day In Norwood History-April 30, 1948
The passing of Herbert Moseley Plimpton marked the close of one of Norwood’s most distinguished industrial chapters. Founder of The Plimpton Press and Holliston Mills, Plimpton’s life embodied the ideals … Continue reading Herbert M. Plimpton, Founder of The Plimpton Press, Dies at 89-This Day In Norwood History-April 30, 1948
Peter Fisher & Son-This Day In Norwood History-April 30, 1948
For more than sixty years, Peter Fisher & Son of Washington Street supplied Norwood with expertly grown roses and floral designs. Their greenhouses, craftsmanship, and family dedication became a cornerstone of the town’s floral history.
Mrs. King To Sponsor Ship & Unveil Honor Roll-This Day In Norwood History-April 30, 1943
On Mother’s Day weekend in 1943, Norwood paid tribute to one of its earliest World War II heroes, Rudolph Ballough, through two solemn and deeply symbolic ceremonies led by his … Continue reading Mrs. King To Sponsor Ship & Unveil Honor Roll-This Day In Norwood History-April 30, 1943
St. Catherine’s Church Celebrates 50th Anniversary-This Day In Norwood History-April 29, 1940
NORWOOD April 28—St. Catherine’s Catholic Church today celebrated its 50th anniversary with a solemn high mass of thanksgiving. Assisting were Rev. George P. O Conor, pastor of St. Mary’s Church, … Continue reading St. Catherine’s Church Celebrates 50th Anniversary-This Day In Norwood History-April 29, 1940
Lincoln D. Lynch: The Superintendent Who Shaped a Generation-This Day In Norwood History-April 30, 1937
Lincoln D. Lynch, Norwood’s longtime Superintendent of Schools, brought to the community a rare blend of scholarship, wartime service, athletic leadership, and a lifelong devotion to the educational development of … Continue reading Lincoln D. Lynch: The Superintendent Who Shaped a Generation-This Day In Norwood History-April 30, 1937
Talk Of The Town-April 30, 1930
The W. R. L. Club will omit its regular meeting next Thursday, May 6. Miss Thelma Smith has returned to her homo on Walpole Street following a week’s vacation spent … Continue reading Talk Of The Town-April 30, 1930
Will of Henry O. Peabody Contested-This Day In Norwood History-April 30, 1904
Bulk of Large Estate Was Bequeathed to Found an Industrial School for Girls at Norwood. Henry O. Peabody ca. 1890Image courtesy of Ms. Candice Perry, 3rd Great-Niece of Henry O. … Continue reading Will of Henry O. Peabody Contested-This Day In Norwood History-April 30, 1904