The “Split” and along Walpole Street

Postcard of the Methodist Church at the intersection of Washington and Walpole Streets Church on split. This church was built in 1900 and was the original home of the Methodist … Continue reading The “Split” and along Walpole Street

The Winslow School and Beyond

A section of the 1876 map of Winslow Park which also show some of the Winslow homes. From the corner of Cedar Street down to Walpole Street is not actually … Continue reading The Winslow School and Beyond

76 Day Street – The Masonic Temple

Masonic Temple circa 1917 The Masonic Temple today. (photo by LLKearney) Built is 1916, it is an excellent example of classic Greek Revival style for a public building. It is … Continue reading 76 Day Street – The Masonic Temple

Tales Of Tyot-Introduction

Tyot (or "Tiot") Was the Indian Name for the Territory Which Became Norwood, Massachusetts. It Meant "Place-Surrounded-by-Waters" The following sketches, originally printed in the Norwood Messenger, embody much of the … Continue reading Tales Of Tyot-Introduction

Tales of Tyot-The South Church In Dedham

Dr. Fogg Tells About First Church Erected In What Is Now Norwood The first finished church was located corner of Walpole and Winter Sts, South Dedham. The church was finished … Continue reading Tales of Tyot-The South Church In Dedham

Plimpton Press Provides Jobs for 900- Annual Payroll $3.5 Million-This Day in Norwood History-February 3, 1955

Plimpton Press, the famous printing house which occupies the sprawling industrial buildings between Lenox Street and the railroad, provides jobs for some 800 to 900 people in highly skilled work … Continue reading Plimpton Press Provides Jobs for 900- Annual Payroll $3.5 Million-This Day in Norwood History-February 3, 1955

Solemn Rites Mark Armistice Day-This Day in Norwood History-November 11, 1946

Large Crowd Participates In Exercises Here ARMISTICE DAY was observed with solemn rites in Norwood yesterday as veterans of two wars marked the end of hostilities against aggressor foes. Here … Continue reading Solemn Rites Mark Armistice Day-This Day in Norwood History-November 11, 1946

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

Pfc. Russell Webber in Hospital At San Diego-This Day in Norwood History-December 4, 1944

Russell H Webber, in the hospital at New Caledonia in October of 1943 Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Webber of 906 Washington street, Norwood, have received word from their son. Pfc. … Continue reading Pfc. Russell Webber in Hospital At San Diego-This Day in Norwood History-December 4, 1944

Pfc. Russell Webber is Wounded In Palau Baffle-This Day in Norwood History-November 21, 1944

In Hospital At New Caledonia Pfc. Russell Howard Webber, wounded in Palau Mr. Edgar and Mrs. Margaret Webber of 905 Washington street, Norwood, have had word that their son, Pfc. … Continue reading Pfc. Russell Webber is Wounded In Palau Baffle-This Day in Norwood History-November 21, 1944