Selectman Harry Butters with Norwood's Gold Star Mothers in front of the Roll of Honor (Photo taken by Harry Surrette, donated by Rick Smith) (Address delivered by Harry B. Butters, … Continue reading Our Heroic Dead
Selectmen Deny Permit for Central Street Youth Club Over Police Chief Objections-September 8, 1971
The Board of Selectmen unanimously denies a permit for a proposed Central Street youth club following a negative report and delinquency concerns raised by Police Chief James M. Murphy.
Tie Vote Blocks Elimination of Town Water Restrictions in Norwood-September 8, 1971
A 2-2 tie vote by Norwood selectmen keeps lawn-sprinkling and car-washing water bans in place, pending formal guidance from the Metropolitan District Commission.
Harry Butters Of Norwood, Was Selectman For 37 Years-July 18, 1969
Harry B. Butters, a stalwart figure in Norfolk County politics for nearly four decades, passed away on July 17, 1969, at the Massachusetts General Hospital due to complications arising from … Continue reading Harry Butters Of Norwood, Was Selectman For 37 Years-July 18, 1969
Harry B. Butters Testimonial Committee To Meet Tonight-June 24, 1969
Officials announce ticket pricing and a late-summer sales window for the upcoming civic banquet slated for September at Route 1's Roll-Land Hall.
Selectmen Call for Up-to-Date Delinquent Debt Listing-August 26, 1965
Norwood selectmen called for updated listings of delinquent town service accounts and authorized Dr. Norton Fishman to construct an access road along George Willett Parkway at his own expense.
Town Meeting Votes Warrant In 7 Minutes-This Day in Norwood History-June 29, 1961
This Day in Norwood History-June 29, 1961-Town Meeting Votes Warrant In 7 Minutes
Residents Ask For Swimming Pool at Fr. McAleer Playground-March 13, 1959
A dozen residents appeared before the Selectmen Tuesday evening and may have set the machinery in motion which will produce the end result of one swimming pool at the Fr. … Continue reading Residents Ask For Swimming Pool at Fr. McAleer Playground-March 13, 1959
Norwood Police Officers Denied Permanent Status-August 25, 1955
Four temporary Norwood police officers seeking permanent intermittent status were denied by selectmen, despite advocacy from Selectman Harry B. Butters regarding civil service exam hurdles.
150 Pay Tribute to Former Postmaster Fred M. Adelmann-This Day in Norwood History-June 15, 1954
RETIRED POSTMASTER HONORED — Fred Adelmann, retired Norwood postmaster was given a testimonial banquet last night at the Elk's Club with 150 In attendance. Among those present were (left to … Continue reading 150 Pay Tribute to Former Postmaster Fred M. Adelmann-This Day in Norwood History-June 15, 1954