Martha Gilman Robie Winslow, Glass Portrait, colorized by Norwood Historical Society Martha Gilman Robie, (Mrs. Frances Olney Winslow) was born in Plymouth, NH, on November 11, 1841, and was the … Continue reading Wonderful Women of Norwood-Martha Gilman (Robie) Winslow
Young Norwood Couple Purchase and Restore Historic “Winslow” Estate-August 9, 1978
Following years of running a local rooming house, 31-year-old telephone installer Robert Pegurri and his wife Barbara purchased and began restoring the historic 21-room French Victorian mansion at 289 Walpole Street.
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
Navy Plane Crashes In Norwood-This Day in Norwood History-August 5, 1944
Poet Coffin’s Son Parachutes to Safety in Norwood Crash Sun, Aug 6, 1944 – 15 · The Boston Globe (Boston, Massachusetts) · Newspapers.com NORWOOD. Aug. 5—A Navy fighter plane which … Continue reading Navy Plane Crashes In Norwood-This Day in Norwood History-August 5, 1944
Frank Allen Reminisces About His First Job-This Day In Norwood History-March 20, 1941
“My First Job” Ex-Gov. Allen Took Care of Leather Firm’s Stove This boy’s pay was raised to $3 weekly: Ex-Gov. Allen in his early days in the leather business. When … Continue reading Frank Allen Reminisces About His First Job-This Day In Norwood History-March 20, 1941
Lucky Girl Born to Norwood Couple-This Day In Norwood History-May 1, 1934
In the earliest minutes of May 1, 1934, Norwood welcomed a new resident under circumstances as charming as they were competitive. At precisely 12:40 a.m., the “stork” paid a visit … Continue reading Lucky Girl Born to Norwood Couple-This Day In Norwood History-May 1, 1934
Former Gov. Allen-Owner Of Plant, Accused of “Importing New York Thugs” in Strike-This Day In Norwood History-December 4, 1933
STATE AND BOSTON OFFICERS CALLED NORWOOD, Dec 4 — State and Boston police were called upon to aid the Norwood police today after striking tannery workers and hired guards clashed … Continue reading Former Gov. Allen-Owner Of Plant, Accused of “Importing New York Thugs” in Strike-This Day In Norwood History-December 4, 1933
Gov. Allen Dedicates Norwood Armory-This Day In Norwood History-January 24, 1930
NORWOOD. Jan 24-In the presence of high military officials, Norwood town officers, and Selectmen from surrounding towns. Gov Allen tonight dedicated the new State Armory on Nahatan St. Thomas B. … Continue reading Gov. Allen Dedicates Norwood Armory-This Day In Norwood History-January 24, 1930
Gov And Mrs. Allen Are First To Support Camp Fire Girls Fund-This Day In Norwood History-April 27, 1929
Campaign Begins in Norwood For Fund to Beautify Memorial Tower Sq MRS H. M. PLIMPTON BUYING A TAG FROM NANCY GAY, NORWOOD CAMPFIRE GIRL Two hundred Camp Fire Girls laid … Continue reading Gov And Mrs. Allen Are First To Support Camp Fire Girls Fund-This Day In Norwood History-April 27, 1929
Frank G. Allen Jr Faces Cameramen With Father And Mother On Day He Is Two Months Old-This Day In Norwood History-January 9, 1929
“WHAT DID I TELL YOU?” ASKS GOVERNOR’S BABY, “HERE I AM” FIRST PICTURE OF GOV ALLEN’S BABY NORWOOD. Jan 9 - “What did I tell you?” chortled Frank Gilman Allen … Continue reading Frank G. Allen Jr Faces Cameramen With Father And Mother On Day He Is Two Months Old-This Day In Norwood History-January 9, 1929