Pvt. Lawrence O'Brien, 29. one of four brothers in the service, has been missing in action in France since January 23rd, according to a telegram received yesterday from the War Department by his wife. Pvt O’Brien has been serving with a radio communications unit attached to the Seventh Army in action on the Western front. … Continue reading Pvt. Lawrence O’Brien Is Missing In Europe-This Day in Norwood History-February 9, 1945
One Hurt, 14 Flee As Flames Sweep Apartment And Business Block-This Day in Norwood History-October 23, 1944
One Hurt, 14 Flee As Flames Sweep Apartment And Business Block-This Day in Norwood History-October 23, 1944
Flames Wipe Out Downtown Block-This Day in Norwood History-October 12, 1944
Flames Wipe Out Downtown Block-This Day in Norwood History-October 12, 1944
Funeral Services For George Harding Smith, of Berwick & Smith, Norwood Press-This Day In Norwood History-December 12, 1941
George Harding Smith (Photo colorized by the Norwood Historical Society) Obituary for George Harding Smith (Aged 83) Funeral services for George Harding Smith, prominent Norwood businessman and town official until his retirement, who died Wednesday at the Framingham Hospital, will be held Sunday afternoon at the Unitarian Church. Medfield. He was the father of Mrs. … Continue reading Funeral Services For George Harding Smith, of Berwick & Smith, Norwood Press-This Day In Norwood History-December 12, 1941
Tales of Tyot-The South Church In Dedham
Dr. Fogg Tells About First Church Erected In What Is Now Norwood The first finished church was located corner of Walpole and Winter Sts, South Dedham. The church was finished June 23, 1736. Rev. Thomas Balch was ordained the first pastor, June 30. 1736. John Everett, Ezra Morse, John Dean chosen deacons July 18, 1736 … Continue reading Tales of Tyot-The South Church In Dedham
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" Dean's Store & J O Metcalf's Print Shop, located on Washington st on the westerly corner of Walnut Ave across from Norwood Press according to … Continue reading Lemuel Dean – The First Merchant In Tyot Village
This Day In Norwood History-May 6, 1931-Everett School Lot Seems to Be Favored For Post Office Site
The Everett lot, the former location of the Everett school, is shown in this 2022 Google Earth image. (Google Earth) Forty prominent citizens of the town assembled in Memorial Hall yesterday afternoon to discuss before representatives from Washington the location for the new Post Office building. Ernest F. Sharp, from the Post Office Department at … Continue reading This Day In Norwood History-May 6, 1931-Everett School Lot Seems to Be Favored For Post Office Site
Cornerstone Laid For Norwood’s First Synagogue-This Day In Norwood History-November 3, 1924
Cornerstone Laid For Norwood's First Synagogue-This Day In Norwood History-November 3, 1924
Funeral Services For Henry W. Dean-This Day In Norwood History-January 14, 1923
Henry W Dean headstone at Highland Cemetery NORWOOD, Jan 15—The funeral of Henry W. Dean was held at his late home on Dean st, yesterday afternoon. Rev Robert Wood Coe officiated at the services and interment was in Highland Cemetery. Mr. Dean had been a lifelong resident of the town. He died at his home … Continue reading Funeral Services For Henry W. Dean-This Day In Norwood History-January 14, 1923
James Berwick Dead-This Day In Norwood History-June 15, 1916
Dean of the Printing Trade, Was President of the Norwood Press and Widely Known James Berwick, known among printers the country over as the dean of the trade, died suddenly at his home on Walpole st this morning. He was 76 years old, but he had been active in business yesterday as always, and was … Continue reading James Berwick Dead-This Day In Norwood History-June 15, 1916