At the annual town meeting on March 1, 1909, a committee was formed to investigate the financial condition of the town. This committee consisted of George F. Willett, chairman, the Hon. Frank A. Fales, and Cornelius M. Callahan. Willett and his associates were all wealthy men. Applying the analytical techniques that had served them well … Continue reading Norwood’s Living History-Study Town Planning
Dr. Ralph Fogg Recounts First Graduation Of Norwood High School In 1873-This Day In Norwood History-July 13, 1934
The Everett School, 1885 FRIDAY, JULY 13 1934- THE NORWOOD MESSENGER By DR. RALPH METCALF FOGG What a wonderful high school we have in these days. I feel proud of the fact, that I am the father of the high school of Norwood, being the only male graduate of the first graduation, March 21, 1873. … Continue reading Dr. Ralph Fogg Recounts First Graduation Of Norwood High School In 1873-This Day In Norwood History-July 13, 1934
Jennie Fales Becomes First Woman To Head Town Department-This Day In Norwood History-February 15, 1915
Board of Relief at Norwood Organizes With Mrs. Jennie F. Fales as Chairman NORWOOD, Feb 15 -For the first time in the history of the town of Norwood a woman is at the head of one of the departments of the town government. The Board of Relief has organized by electing Mrs. Jennie F. Fales … Continue reading Jennie Fales Becomes First Woman To Head Town Department-This Day In Norwood History-February 15, 1915
Hon Frank A. Fales Will Begin Duties as Norwood’s New Postmaster-This Day In Norwood History-December 5, 1903
Will Begin Duties at Once. HON FRANK A. FALES, Norwood’s New Postmaster. NORWOOD, Dec 5—Hon Frank A. Fales received his commission, appointing him to the position of postmaster, left vacant by the death of W. J. Wallace, at Norwood, yesterday afternoon. His term of office took effect Nov 17. He will assume, the duties immediately. … Continue reading Hon Frank A. Fales Will Begin Duties as Norwood’s New Postmaster-This Day In Norwood History-December 5, 1903