Norwood has a long history of proud military service, going back as far as the Colonial Wars, and the town and townspeople have done an excellent job of paying tribute … Continue reading Honoring Norwood’s Veterans
Tales of Tyot-The Christmas Heart of Tiot
o—0—o Hanging A Holly Wreath Of Memories Around Tiot’s Village Hall And Square. A Merry Christmas At "The Hook" To Old And New Timers From Author In the summer of … Continue reading Tales of Tyot-The Christmas Heart of Tiot
Ora Holman Helped Hunt Down John Wilkes Booth, Turns 91-This Day In Norwood History-May 30, 1922
A legendary local patriot celebrates a milestone. At 91 years old, Walpole Street resident Ora Holman stands as Norwood’s oldest Civil War veteran, carrying a thrilling personal history that includes riding 100 miles through the night in the urgent pursuit of Lincoln's assassin, John Wilkes Booth.
Reunion of Five Wellington Brothers, All Civil War Veterans-This Day In Norwood History-May 15, 1911
A reunion was held last week at the home of Theodore F. Welllngton of Norwood, to which much interest was attached. The accompanying picture taken shows five brothers, all of whom served in the civil war and all members of the Grand Army of the Republic. There was another brother who ...
Departure of 10th Cavalry Seen by 500 People of Norwood-This Day in Norwood History- August 24, 1909
Officers Guests of Capt Cushing Last Evening.Maj Grierson Praised His Men’s Behavior. The US 10th Cavalry, known along with the 9th Calvary as "Buffalo soldiers", were African American soldiers who … Continue reading Departure of 10th Cavalry Seen by 500 People of Norwood-This Day in Norwood History- August 24, 1909
Norwood’s New Bandstand-This Day in Norwood History-September 24, 1903
Attractive and Well-Built Structure for Use of One of Most Famous of Old County Organizations. The Norwood band, whose last open-air concert for the season will probably be given next … Continue reading Norwood’s New Bandstand-This Day in Norwood History-September 24, 1903
William J. Wallace Expires at Nantasket-This Day in Norwood History- August 7, 1903
This Day in Norwood History- August 7, 1903-William J. Wallace Expires at Nantasket
William J. Wallace Expires at Nantasket-This Day in Norwood History-August 7, 1903
DIES ON OUTING. William J. Wallace.Postmaster at Norwood, Appointed in President Cleveland's First Term Postmaster William J. Wallace of Norwood dropped dead at the Rockland house. Nantasket, shortly after 3 … Continue reading William J. Wallace Expires at Nantasket-This Day in Norwood History-August 7, 1903
Ben Franklin’s Press Exhibited at Norwood’s Gala Day-This Day in Norwood History-June 22, 1895
Norwood's Flag Day celebration was held on June 17th for many years, and was a major event. In 1895, the proceedings included a "A Grand Parade of G.A.R. Post No. 169, Fire Department, N.H.S. Battalion, School Children in Barges, Leading Industries, Handsomely Decorated Carriages, etc., Sport at Prospect Park, Grand Concert." The highlight of the parade was a printing press once belonging to Benjamin Franklin, exhibited in action by James Berwick and John Olson of the Norwood Press.