by "Tyot” (or "Tiot”) Was the Indian Name for the Territory Which Became Norwood, Massachusetts. It Meant "Place-Surrounded-by-Waters”. The following sketches, originally printed in the Norwood Messenger, embody much of … Continue reading “Tales Of Tyot”
The Indian Mortars Of Tiot-This Day in Norwood History-September 25, 1934
The Indian Mortars Of Tiot-This Day in Norwood History-September 25, 1934
The Indian Mortars Of Tiot-This Day in Norwood History-September 25, 1934
Photo showing supposed Native American "grinding holes" in the ledge near the Neponset river at Water street, 1934. (Photograph by F.P. Orchard, colorized by the Norwood Historical Society) Norwood ERA … Continue reading The Indian Mortars Of Tiot-This Day in Norwood History-September 25, 1934
Mulvehill Takes Over Duties as Postmaster-This Day In Norwood History- July 16, 1934
MULVEHILL ON JOB AT NORWOOD Takes Over His Duties as Postmaster NORWOOD. July 16—Thomas B. Mulvehill of 23 Cottage st took over duties as Postmaster this morning, in ceremonies at … Continue reading Mulvehill Takes Over Duties as Postmaster-This Day In Norwood History- July 16, 1934
Tales of Tyot-The Christmas Heart of Tiot
o—0—o Hanging A Holly Wreath Of Memories Around Tiot’s Village Hall And Square. A Merry Christmas At "The Hook" To Old And New Timers From Author In the summer of … Continue reading Tales of Tyot-The Christmas Heart of Tiot
Many Bequests In Will of F Holland Day-This Day In Norwood History-November 16, 1933
Dedham Society and Servants Among Legatees Fred Holland Day The will of Fred Holland Day, last of a well-known old family of this town, who died on Nov 2, has … Continue reading Many Bequests In Will of F Holland Day-This Day In Norwood History-November 16, 1933
Tales Of Tyot-Introduction
Tyot (or "Tiot") Was the Indian Name for the Territory Which Became Norwood, Massachusetts. It Meant "Place-Surrounded-by-Waters" The following sketches, originally printed in the Norwood Messenger, embody much of the … Continue reading Tales Of Tyot-Introduction
Lemuel Dean – The First Merchant In Tyot Village
He Was Also A Notable Hunter And Collector. The Mere Mention Of "Lem” Dean’s Name Was Always Good For A Laugh In Old Days Says Win Everett 1895 Lemuel "Lem" … Continue reading Lemuel Dean – The First Merchant In Tyot Village
Norwood’s Population Passes 15,000 Mark-This Day In Norwood History-June 21, 1930
Washington St Looking North from the corner of Day St, 1930 (Colorized by the Norwood Historical Society) The population of this town has passed the 15,000 mark. Town Manager Clarence … Continue reading Norwood’s Population Passes 15,000 Mark-This Day In Norwood History-June 21, 1930
Norwood Historical Society Receives Estate of F Holland Day-This Day In Norwood History-June 25, 1935
PRAISES NORWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY Dedham Turns Over $6500 Trust Fund UNSPECIFIED - MAY 31: Portrait of Frederick Holland Day by Frederick Henry Evans (1853-1943). (Photo by The Royal Photographic Society … Continue reading Norwood Historical Society Receives Estate of F Holland Day-This Day In Norwood History-June 25, 1935