This Day in Norwood History-May 18, 1954-Archbishop Cushing Confirms 283; Blesses New School And Hall His Excellency the Most Rev. Richard J. Cushing, Archbishop of Boston, administered the Sacrament of Confirmation to a class of 283 yesterday afternoon in St. Catherine's Church. Prior to the Confirmation ceremony, Archbishop Cushing bestowed his blessing on the new school and hall. Click on the post to see all 283 names.