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Tag: Joseph Welch

October 27, 1993October 26, 2026 georgenhs Cemetery, This Day In Norwood History

Highland Cemetery Nearing Full Capacity, DPW Superintendent Warns-October 27, 1993

Warning that Highland Cemetery will be full in three years, DPW Superintendent Joseph Welch plans to ask town meeting for $60,000 to develop 400 new burial lots on Veterans Road.

August 18, 1988August 16, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History, Town Government

Ethnic Diversity a Source of Pride as Norwood Prepares for Comprehensive Master Plan and Zoning Overhaul-August 18, 1988

As Norwood celebrates the harmonious ethnic diversity of South Norwood, town planner Sharon Wason leads a $135,000 master plan initiative to overhaul zoning and protect residential neighborhoods.

October 13, 1955October 12, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Joseph Welch Of Welch’s Newsstand With His “Lookalike”-October 13, 1955

Joseph Welch, local newsdealer, and a Norwood visitor, Harold Chesborough of Dedham, look alike enough to be twins, according to their friends. What do you think? (McLean Photo) (All articles … Continue reading Joseph Welch Of Welch’s Newsstand With His “Lookalike”-October 13, 1955

July 28, 1955July 27, 2026 georgenhs In Memoriam, This Day In Norwood History

Jack P. Welch, Local Newsman, Dies Suddenly-July 28, 1955

John P. (Jack) Welch, owner of Welch's Newsstand in Norwood for over 40 years, passed away at Barnstable Hospital at age 80.

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