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Tag: John Murphy

September 1, 1976August 31, 2026 georgenhs Norwood Police Department, This Day In Norwood History

Popular Patrolman Uno Carlson Bids Farewell After 35 Years-September 1, 1976

After 35 years of dedicated service to the Norwood Police Department—including 20 years patrolling the downtown business district on foot—64-year-old Patrolman Uno Carlson is officially hanging up his badge. To … Continue reading Popular Patrolman Uno Carlson Bids Farewell After 35 Years-September 1, 1976

September 13, 1962July 19, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Half-Million Mile Safety Record For P. O. Drivers-September 13, 1962

Half-Million Mile Safety Record For P. O. Drivers-This Day In Norwood History-September 13, 1962

May 1, 1957July 19, 2026 georgenhs Ads, Automile, Local Business History, This Day In Norwood History

Open House Friday At Boch Nash-This Day in Norwood History-May 2, 1957

When two giant pion signs are lighted at Boch Nash in Norwood tomorrow to open their new showroom, they will serve as a tribute to a mechanic who started as … Continue reading Open House Friday At Boch Nash-This Day in Norwood History-May 2, 1957

November 1, 1947July 3, 2026 georgenhs Anniversary, Public Event, This Day In Norwood History, Town Government

75th Anniversary Parade Seen by 20,000 in Norwood-This Day In Norwood History-November 1, 1947

75th Anniversary Parade Seen by 20,000 in Norwood This Day In Norwood History-November 1, 1947

October 8, 1947October 7, 2026 georgenhs Industry, Local Business History, Town Government, Uncategorized

1947 Historical Sketch-The Norwood Business Association

At the annual town meeting on March 7, 1892, a motion was made by John C. Lane and unanimously adopted by the town: "That a standing committee be appointed to further the general interests of the town and especially to consider and devise ways and means of increasing the business done in the town, such recommendation and plans

August 12, 1938August 12, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Canvas Of Playground Instructors-August 12, 1938

Included in this week's personality portrait are, standing, left to right, John Murphy, Haziz Kelley, George Versakas, Clement Mc-Corniack, Director. John Donavan, Francis Collins, Harold Kiley, Jack O'Day, and George … Continue reading Canvas Of Playground Instructors-August 12, 1938

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