"OLE" JACOBSEN, former Norwood strongman and wrestler, who has been presented the Award of Merit by Norwood Post 70 of the American Legion. (Photo by Larry White) “Ole” Jacobsen, Norwood strongman and well-known wrestler of the twenties, was honored recently by Norwood Post 70 of the American Legion at the Soldiers' Home in Chelsea. A … Continue reading Post 70 Honors “Ole” Jacobsen-This Day In Norwood History-October 2, 1965
Norwood Is Host To Crew Of Norse Sailing Vessel-This Day In Norwood History-July 28, 1964
This Day In Norwood History-July 28, 1964-Norwood Is Host To Crew Of Norse Sailing Vessel
Norwood Historical Society Presented With Gown And Gavel-This Day in Norwood History-January 30, 1964
New plans and ideas were formulated and discussed at the quarterly meeting of the Norwood Historical Society, held Sunday afternoon, January 26, at Day House, Society Headquarters. Mrs. Frederick P. Penard, President, conducted the business meeting at which Mrs. Clara W. Berwick, the organization’s only living charter member, presented a gavel. The gavel, made of … Continue reading Norwood Historical Society Presented With Gown And Gavel-This Day in Norwood History-January 30, 1964
Solemn Rites Mark Armistice Day-This Day in Norwood History-November 11, 1946
Large Crowd Participates In Exercises Here ARMISTICE DAY was observed with solemn rites in Norwood yesterday as veterans of two wars marked the end of hostilities against aggressor foes. Here Commander Arthur Gleichauf of the Norwood Post, American Legion, addresses veterans and townspeople assembled before the cannon at the Memorial Municipal Building following the parade … Continue reading Solemn Rites Mark Armistice Day-This Day in Norwood History-November 11, 1946
110 War Veterans Honored At St. Peter’s Celebration-This Day in Norwood History-October 8, 1946
110 War Veterans Honored At St. Peter’s Celebration-This Day in Norwood History-October 8, 1946
Officers Of Norwood Post No. 70, American Legion-This Day in Norwood History-October 15, 1944
installed at ceremonies last Saturday night at the Civic. Seated (left to right) George Hammersley, finance officer; Joseph Nuttall, senior vice-commander; Henry Hochheim, commander; Arthur Gleichauf, junior vice-commander; Joseph Welch, historian. Standing (left to right) William Flaherty, adjutant; John Cavanaugh, ex-commander; James Readel, sergeant-at-arms; and Ex-Commanders Patrick Coyne, J. Addison MacLean, John Abel and Gordon … Continue reading Officers Of Norwood Post No. 70, American Legion-This Day in Norwood History-October 15, 1944