Norwood’s First Foreign Exchange Student

“Mimi” Mirja Wahe, better known as “Mimi” came to us in September of 1955, as a Foreign Exchange Student from Finland. She was introduced to the student body by Mr. … Continue reading Norwood’s First Foreign Exchange Student

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Babel’s- Pinch Me… This Can’t Be a Paint Store! (1996)

The transformation of Babel’s from a small wallpaper store in the 1950’s to the full-service, full-scale decorating center it is today accelerated dramatically over the past four years. In the … Continue reading Babel’s- Pinch Me… This Can’t Be a Paint Store! (1996)

Norwood Tax Rate Down $1 to $63-This Day In Norwood History-May 11, 1961

May 11, 1961—For the first time in nine years the tax rate in Norwood has dropped. James T. Flaherty, of the assessors, announced the new rate at $63 per $1000, … Continue reading Norwood Tax Rate Down $1 to $63-This Day In Norwood History-May 11, 1961

New Quarters For Italian Social Club-This Day in Norwood History-May 11, 1961

The Norwood Italian Social Club is now located at its new quarters at 1199 Washington Street, Norwood. President Patrick Long and his committee were able to complete the renovations and … Continue reading New Quarters For Italian Social Club-This Day in Norwood History-May 11, 1961

This Day in Norwood History-Mother’s Day Ads from 1957

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