Pvt. Lawrence O'Brien, 29. one of four brothers in the service, has been missing in action in France since January 23rd, according to a telegram received yesterday from the War … Continue reading Pvt. Lawrence O’Brien Is Missing In Europe-This Day in Norwood History-February 9, 1945
Sgt. Joseph Breen On Wounded List-This Day in Norwood History-January 26, 1945
It was disclosed this week by Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Breen of 417 Nahatan street, that one of their seven sons serving in the armed forces. Sergeant Joseph Breen was … Continue reading Sgt. Joseph Breen On Wounded List-This Day in Norwood History-January 26, 1945
Bank Appoints Bertha Sawyer First Woman Branch Manager-This Day in Norwood History-January 20-1945
Bertha Sawyer Appointed First Woman Branch Manager of South Shore National Bank Directors of the South Shore National Bank met at the Main Office in Quincy last week for their … Continue reading Bank Appoints Bertha Sawyer First Woman Branch Manager-This Day in Norwood History-January 20-1945
Local Marine Raymond B Rafuse Promoted To Sergeant-This Day in Norwood History-January 19, 1945
Sgt. Rafuse landed with assault troops on "D” day at Guam, but was wounded on the beach. He was evacuated to a Naval Hospital. Recently he returned to join his … Continue reading Local Marine Raymond B Rafuse Promoted To Sergeant-This Day in Norwood History-January 19, 1945
Raymond Daniels Takes Navy Oath-This Day in Norwood History-January 19, 1945
BOSTON, January 17—Raymond E. Daniels. of 162 Walpole street. Norwood, was among the scores of 17-year-old volunteers who took the Navy oath of allegiance yesterday at the Navy Recruiting Station … Continue reading Raymond Daniels Takes Navy Oath-This Day in Norwood History-January 19, 1945
Lt. Martin O’Donnell Is Promoted To Rank Of Captain-This Day in Norwood History-January 19, 1945
256Lt. Martin O'Donnell Is Promoted To Rank Of Captain Lt. Martin O’Donnell of the AAF, son of Mrs. Mary O'Donnell of 299 Railroad Avenue, has recently been promoted to the … Continue reading Lt. Martin O’Donnell Is Promoted To Rank Of Captain-This Day in Norwood History-January 19, 1945
TSgt. Stephen P. Flaherty Returns After 35 Months In South Pacific-This Day in Norwood History-December 28, 1944
T-Sgt. Flaherty In San Francisco TSgt. Stephen P. Flaherty Returns After 35 Months In South Pacific A telegram was received yesterday by Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Flaherty from their … Continue reading TSgt. Stephen P. Flaherty Returns After 35 Months In South Pacific-This Day in Norwood History-December 28, 1944
Cpl. John W. Heylin Reunites With Cousin Major John D. St. John Overseas-This Day in Norwood History-December 27, 1944
Chaplain John D. St. John of Newton and his cousin CpI.John W. Heylin, Norwood, in Italy. (AAF Photo) 15TH AAF IN ITALY — Major John D. St. John, a chaplain … Continue reading Cpl. John W. Heylin Reunites With Cousin Major John D. St. John Overseas-This Day in Norwood History-December 27, 1944
SSgt. Ahti Wuori, Aerial Gunner On U. S. Bomber, Missing-This Day in Norwood History-December 22, 1944
Veteran Of 30 Missions Missing In Pacific Theatre Since Nov. 16 Staff Sgt. Ahti J.. Wuori, only child of Mr. and Mrs. John Wuori of 90 East Cross street, Norwood, … Continue reading SSgt. Ahti Wuori, Aerial Gunner On U. S. Bomber, Missing-This Day in Norwood History-December 22, 1944
Norwood Was Dotted With Banner Ice Skating Spots Years Ago-This Day in Norwood History-December 19, 1944
Vintage ice skate in the collection at the Norwood Historical Society By WIN EVERETT This yarn is not Written for the youth of today. It is dedicated to the kids … Continue reading Norwood Was Dotted With Banner Ice Skating Spots Years Ago-This Day in Norwood History-December 19, 1944