Police Quickly Quell Riot After Hockey Tilt 1946 - 1947 Norwood Mustangs Hockey Team Kneeling—Cekovich, Anderson, Mgrs.; Curran; Hamlin.First row—Wall, Connolly, Trusevitch, Seastrand (Capt.), Wall.Second row—Palmerini. Gearty, Monbouquette, McTernan, McDonough, … Continue reading Norwood Attacks Winning Waltham Team at Arena-This Day In Norwood History-December 29, 1946
The United Church Honors Veterans of World War II-This Day in Norwood History-November 12, 1946
Before a large congregation at the regular service of Divine Worship on Sunday morning, the United Church paid tribute to both the living and the dead of World War II … Continue reading The United Church Honors Veterans of World War II-This Day in Norwood History-November 12, 1946
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
First Lieutenant Raymond G Pendergast, Jr. Wins Cluster To Air Medal-This Day in Norwood History-January 19, 1945
First Lieutenant Raymond G Pendergast, Jr. Wins Cluster To Air Medal AN EIGHTH AIR FORCE BOMBER STATION, England — A Norwood Eighth Air Force B-17 Flying Fortress crewman has recently … Continue reading First Lieutenant Raymond G Pendergast, Jr. Wins Cluster To Air Medal-This Day in Norwood History-January 19, 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
Cpl. Thomas M. Hopkins Jr. Fighting in Philippines-This Day in Norwood History-December 28, 1944
Cpl. Thomas M. Hopkins Jr. Fighting in Philippines Believed to be one of the first Norwood boys to land on the Philippines with U. S. Army forces in their quest … Continue reading Cpl. Thomas M. Hopkins Jr. Fighting in Philippines-This Day in Norwood History-December 28, 1944
John A. Millen Jr. Promoted To Rank Of Major-This Day in Norwood History-December 26, 1944
John A. Millen Jr. Promoted To Rank Of Major AAF, PACIFIC OCEAN AREAS. Western Pacific—John A. Millen. Jr., of Norwood, a navigation officer for a 7th AAF heavy bombardment group … Continue reading John A. Millen Jr. Promoted To Rank Of Major-This Day in Norwood History-December 26, 1944
Bird & Son, Roofing L.I.U. No. 1383 C.I.O Christmas Party-This Day in Norwood History-December 25, 1944
1944 Bird & Son, Roofing L.I.U. No. 1383 C.I.O Christmas Party With most of their dads in overseas service, these youngsters were royally entertained by Bird & Son, Roofing L.I.U., … Continue reading Bird & Son, Roofing L.I.U. No. 1383 C.I.O Christmas Party-This Day in Norwood History-December 25, 1944
Air Medal Is Awarded To First Lt F. Gordon Allen. Jr.-This Day in Norwood History-December 16, 1944
Air Medal Is Awarded Local Bomber Pilot Lieut. Allen In Central Pacific Air Medal Is Awarded To First Lieutenant F. Gordon Allen. Jr. AAF. PACIFIC OCEAN AREAS. Central Pacific — … Continue reading Air Medal Is Awarded To First Lt F. Gordon Allen. Jr.-This Day in Norwood History-December 16, 1944
Pvt. Peter Daly Is Felled In Germany Nov. 20, Staff Sergt. Thomas Coyne In France, Nov. 19th-This Day in Norwood History-December 6, 1944
Pvt. Peter Daly Is Felled In Germany Nov. 20, Staff Sergt. Thomas Coyne, France, Nov. 19th Two Norwood men who were close friends in civilian life have been wounded on … Continue reading Pvt. Peter Daly Is Felled In Germany Nov. 20, Staff Sergt. Thomas Coyne In France, Nov. 19th-This Day in Norwood History-December 6, 1944