On this day in 1945, Norwood’s own George F. Willett—industrialist, philanthropist, and the visionary behind Willett Pond—added an unexpected chapter to his long list of accomplishments: he led an American … Continue reading Norwood Curling Veteran George F. Willett Leads U.S. Team to Canadian Title-This Day In Norwood History-May 18, 1945
Talk of the Town-April 29, 1943
The passing of Edith Winslow Willett serves as a bridge to the era of George F. Willett, whose vision shaped the very Municipal Building where our leaders now plan for a post-war world. The zoning hearings regarding Attilio Balboni’s request to remove gravel at 321 Dean Street remind us that even amidst global conflict, the stewardship of Norwood’s land—a tradition dating back to the days of Aaron Guild—remains a sacred civic duty.
Willett Committee Reports on Westover-This Day in Norwood History-October 10, 1940
Willett Committee Reports on Westover-This Day in Norwood History-October 10, 1940
The History of Willett Pond-This Day In Norwood History-August 11, 1939
This Day In Norwood History-August 11, 1939-Personality Portraits-Willett Pond
State Department Report Maintains Willett Pond Bathing Satisfactory-This Day In Norwood History-August 11, 1939
This Day In Norwood History-August 11, 1939-State Department Report Maintains Willett Pond Bathing Satisfactory
Willett Discusses Park Properties-This Day In Norwood History-August 10, 1939
This Day In Norwood History-August 10, 1939-Willett Discusses Park Properties
Willett Discusses Norwood Housing With Selectmen-This Day In Norwood History-December 16, 1938
Tells Board Eight Houses In Construction; Asks Board's Attitude George F. Willett, in a discussion of a residential program with the Norwood selectmen on Tuesday night, told the Board that … Continue reading Willett Discusses Norwood Housing With Selectmen-This Day In Norwood History-December 16, 1938
Crosstown Highway Or Nahatan Street Extension?-This Day in Norwood History-July 16, 1938
This Day in Norwood History-July 16, 1938-Crosstown Highway Or Nahatan Street Extension?
Town Manager’s Position Defined By George Willett-This Day in Norwood History-June 17, 1938
June 17, 1938-Through an open letter to the Norwood Board of Selectmen released to the press, George F. Willett, as chairman of the town committee which prepared the town charter, has stated "that it was the intention of that committee that the town manager should carry certain defined responsibilities....
World Famous Planner Dr. Timothy Adams Lauds Westover Model, Gives Report-This Day in Norwood History-June 10, 1938
N. Y. Regional Plan Consultant Endorses Project When Dr. Timothy Adams, one of the world’s foremost authorities on regional and town planning, submitted his formal evaluation of the Westover development, … Continue reading World Famous Planner Dr. Timothy Adams Lauds Westover Model, Gives Report-This Day in Norwood History-June 10, 1938