This Day In Norwood History-August 10, 1961-George Willett Celebrates 91st Birthday
This Day in Norwood History- August 8, 1945-Acquisition Of Willett Beach Area By The Town Is Proposed
This Day in Norwood History- August 8, 1945-Acquisition Of Willett Beach Area By The Town Is Proposed
This Day in Norwood History-July 9, 1937-George Willett Reviews His Early Activities
In this letter sent to the Norwood Messenger, George F. Willett recounts his early life and tells how his fortune was made in his own words.
This Day in Norwood History-June 1, 1938-Committee Meet To Discuss Pond Property Status
This Day in Norwood History-June 1, 1938-Committee Meet To Discuss Pond Property Status
This Day In Norwood History-June 12, 1955-New Norwood Community, Westover, to Open Saturday
June 12, 1955-Westover Estates, a planned suburban community, located in Norwood, will be ready for inspection on Saturday, June 18, it was announced yesterday. Two furnished model homes — a split-level and ranch— will be on display.
1930 German Residents of Bullard St., Walpole (first half)
The Stampfl House (photo by LLKearney) #276 Bullard Street – The home of John Stamphl, John Stampfl was born 27 Jan 1889 Tiefenthal, Gottshee, and died 1980 Walpole. He was … Continue reading 1930 German Residents of Bullard St., Walpole (first half)
Intersection at Washington & Winter
The W. Everett Furniture Manufactory. (Norwood Historical Society collection) This intersection has lots going on as far as Norwood History goes. Directly in front of us is the site of … Continue reading Intersection at Washington & Winter
The Guild Square Area: A Walk Around this Historical Block
The Guild Monument (photo G Curtis) The area of Norwood known as Guild Square might not technically be called a “neighborhood,” however all that it contains is intricate to all … Continue reading The Guild Square Area: A Walk Around this Historical Block
Germantown Points of Interest
Today, very little remains of Germantown except for the houses. Both Bullard and Wilson Streets are highly traveled, as they are a short cut to Westwood. Some of the Germantown … Continue reading Germantown Points of Interest
This Day In Norwood History-February 2, 1915- George Willett Proposed Greater Boston Terminal Zone
Would Remedy Long Routing of Freight for Nearby Places. All Transportation to Be Under One Company. October 29, 1915 map of the proposed Eastern Terminal Railway, which would have connected … Continue reading This Day In Norwood History-February 2, 1915- George Willett Proposed Greater Boston Terminal Zone