Dr Harriet Emeline Rogers, 1892-1981 Dr. Harriet E. Rogers arrived in Norwood in 1923 to practice medicine. In 1922 the number of practicing female doctors in the greater Boston area were merely … Continue reading Wonderful Women of Norwood: Dr. Harriet Emeline Rogers
Wonderful Women of Norwood: Anna Groote 
Anna Groote was active in Norwood's Germantown community and helped many recent immigrants into the neighborhood. A photo of Anna Groote at the Wilson Street Hospital. This photo is from … Continue reading Wonderful Women of Norwood: Anna Groote 
REPORT OF THE PLANNING BOARD TO THE CITIZENS OF THE TOWN 1923
Published and Presented With the Compliments of George F. WillettChairman Town Planning Board1912 - 1923 Report of ARTHUR A. SHURTLEFF, Town Planner SUPPLEMENTARY REPORTS :Zoning, by JOHN P. FOX, ConsultantCivic … Continue reading REPORT OF THE PLANNING BOARD TO THE CITIZENS OF THE TOWN 1923
Ray Martin; Norwood Star Pitched to Babe Ruth, Played for Boston Braves-This Day In Norwood History-March 15, 2013
Ray Martin. Seven teams pursued the prospect. The Red Sox even sent a scout to Ray Martin’s Norwood High School prom, In 1943, Norwood High School senior Ray Martin pitched … Continue reading Ray Martin; Norwood Star Pitched to Babe Ruth, Played for Boston Braves-This Day In Norwood History-March 15, 2013
Clement Riley Announces Run For Governor-This Day in Norwood History-January 11, 1962
RILEY FOR GOVERNOR NIGHT was observed last Thursday at the Holiday Haven when some 700 supporters gathered to hear Registrar Clement A. Riley of Norwood announce his candidacy for the … Continue reading Clement Riley Announces Run For Governor-This Day in Norwood History-January 11, 1962
Judge Orders Most Evidence Be Shown to Defense in Geraldine Annese Murder Case-This Day in Norwood History-February 24, 1955
Goldstein To See State Exhibits Of Entire Case In an unprecedented ruling, Superior Court Judge Frank J. Donahue has ordered Norfolk County to turn over to the defense practically all … Continue reading Judge Orders Most Evidence Be Shown to Defense in Geraldine Annese Murder Case-This Day in Norwood History-February 24, 1955
Albert W. Grokoest Graduates From Medical Field Service School-This Day in Norwood History-January 5, 1945
CARLISLE, Pa.—1st Lt. Albert W. Grokoest of 140 Walpole Street, Norwood, was among a large class of officers of the Medical Department graduated Saturday from the Medical Field Service School … Continue reading Albert W. Grokoest Graduates From Medical Field Service School-This Day in Norwood History-January 5, 1945
Pfc. Edward Wenzel Promoted At Post In India-This Day in Norwood History-December 27, 1944
Pfc. Edward Wenzel Promoted At Post In India ASSAM, India—Edward F. Wenzel, 26. son of Mrs. Helen F. Wenzel of 46 Chapel Street, Norwood, has been promoted to the rank … Continue reading Pfc. Edward Wenzel Promoted At Post In India-This Day in Norwood History-December 27, 1944
Pvt. Jane Kwiatkowski & Pvt. Mary Avizinis Join WACS, Receive Medical Training-This Day in Norwood History-December 15, 1944
TWO NORWOOD WACS, Pvt. Jane Kwiatkowski, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Kwiatkowski, 34 St. Joseph avenue, and Pvt. Mary Avizinis daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Avizinis, 16 Tremont … Continue reading Pvt. Jane Kwiatkowski & Pvt. Mary Avizinis Join WACS, Receive Medical Training-This Day in Norwood History-December 15, 1944
Capt. Frederick B Lea Awarded Bronze Star-This Day in Norwood History-December 1, 1944
For ‘‘efficient organization and supply of all medical detachments in the Division/’ Captain Frederick B. Lea of 104 Nichols street, Norwood. Commanding Officer of Headquarters Company of the 46th Medical … Continue reading Capt. Frederick B Lea Awarded Bronze Star-This Day in Norwood History-December 1, 1944