Wonderful Women of Norwood

Emily Curtis Fisher

Emily Curtis Fisher, taken when she was around 20 years of age. Emily Curtis Fisher was born on May 21, 1866, in South Dedham, Massachusetts. Her father William's family, the … Continue reading Emily Curtis Fisher

Davis Ave Fire

Davis Avenue Warehouse Fire-This Day In Norwood History-June 16, 2016

An abandoned building on Davis Ave caught fire on this day in Norwood history in 2016. (Photo credit Officer Jurewich, Norwood Police Department)

Norwood Switches to Dial Telephone Service-This Day in Norwood History-June 16, 1961

June 16, 1961-"When dial service begins in the Norwood and Canton telephone exchanges at 12:01 a.m. June 18, the most modern type of automatic telephone service will become available for use by local residents. The new dial office on Vernon Street, Norwood, which will be able to process an average of..."

Lawrence Kuld of Norwood Works Hard in Tannery, But Is Hale and Hearty-This Day In Norwood History-June 16, 1902

A BEAMSTER FIFTY YEARS Lawrence Kind has been for 50 years employed In the Norwood institution off Walpole St. known as the "Winslow tannery." now controlled by the Winslow Bros … Continue reading Lawrence Kuld of Norwood Works Hard in Tannery, But Is Hale and Hearty-This Day In Norwood History-June 16, 1902