W. Cameron Forbes Dies at 89; Boston Financier, Diplomat-This Day In Norwood History-December 26, 1959

W. Cameron Forbes, noted Boston financier and diplomat, died Thursday at the Hotel Vendome. He was 89. He had been in poor health for several years. Mr. Forbes’ chief diplomatic … Continue reading W. Cameron Forbes Dies at 89; Boston Financier, Diplomat-This Day In Norwood History-December 26, 1959

Prescott School Dedication Plans Set-This Day In Norwood History-January 11, 1959

Special Ceremonies Planned Week Apart DEDICATION—Members of the elementary schools building committee Inspect the stage at the Prescott School as they tour the premises In preparation for formal dedication cere* … Continue reading Prescott School Dedication Plans Set-This Day In Norwood History-January 11, 1959

Norwood Star Market Opens-This Day In Norwood History-April 9, 1958

The Norwood Star Market opened it's doors on April 9th, 1958. The building has been expanded several times and is now Shaw's supermarket. Hiring for the Norwood Star Market began … Continue reading Norwood Star Market Opens-This Day In Norwood History-April 9, 1958

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

30 Trades, Professions On Hospital’s Payroll-This Day in Norwood History-January 24, 1957

LIONS HEAR TALK ON HOSPITAL — Charle» A. Richardson, the administrator of the Norwood Hospital, was the guest speaker at the Norwood Lions Club meeting Tuesday at Vega Restaurant. Left … Continue reading 30 Trades, Professions On Hospital’s Payroll-This Day in Norwood History-January 24, 1957

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Town Mourns War Hero Col. George T Lee-This Day In Norwood History-October 7, 1954

Town Mourns War Hero Col. George T Lee-This Day In Norwood History-October 7, 1954

Catholic Woman’s Club To Honor Past Presidents-This Day In Norwood History-February 7, 1950

The monthly meeting of the Norwood Catholic Woman's Club will be held on Wednesday evening. February 8. at 8 p.m. in the K. of C. hall, with Miss Olive M. … Continue reading Catholic Woman’s Club To Honor Past Presidents-This Day In Norwood History-February 7, 1950

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Former Massachusetts Governor Frank G. Allen Dead at 76-This Day in Norwood History-October 10, 1950

Former Massachusetts Governor Frank G. Allen Dead at 76-This Day in Norwood History-October 10, 1950

Redecorating Of School Interiors Is Recommended-This Day In Norwood History-February 9, 1950

Purchase Of Land For New Stands At High School Also Urged By Supt. Lynch This photo of a Winslow School classroom circa 1920 is a gift from Sylvia Stanton of … Continue reading Redecorating Of School Interiors Is Recommended-This Day In Norwood History-February 9, 1950

John J. Murphy Will Head Legion’s Hospital Entertainment Committee-This Day in Norwood History-January 12, 1950

Commander John W. Murphy of Norwood Post 70, American Legion Commander John W. Murphy of Norwood Post 70, American Legion, last night re-appointed Past Commander John J. Murphy to head … Continue reading John J. Murphy Will Head Legion’s Hospital Entertainment Committee-This Day in Norwood History-January 12, 1950