The Swedeville Walking tour (courtesy of George Curtis) Acknowledgements: The Norwood Historical Society would like to give a special thank you to several people, who without their knowledge, help and … Continue reading Norwood Neighborhoods Exhibits Sources and Acknowledgements
The People Who Settled Swedeville
A view down Cedar Street. (photo by LLKearney) Initially, Swedeville appears to have been a multi-ethnic neighborhood; composed of German, Irish, Lithuanian, New England/Canadian, as well as families from … Continue reading The People Who Settled Swedeville
76 Day Street – The Masonic Temple
Masonic Temple circa 1917 The Masonic Temple today. (photo by LLKearney) Built is 1916, it is an excellent example of classic Greek Revival style for a public building. It is … Continue reading 76 Day Street – The Masonic Temple
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
Roll of Honor
OLD PARISH CEMETERY Colonial Wars Capt. William Bacon Rev. Thomas Balch William Ellis Revolutionary War William Comey Benjamin Dean Jonathan Dean William Dean Oliver Ellis Capt. Abel Everett Asa EverettCapt. … Continue reading Roll of Honor
George Morrill Started Something When He Bought First Car Ever Sold-This Day in Norwood History-December 1, 1972
Historic Event Related On Radio George H. Morrill Local late-nite-radio freaks who happened to spin their dials to WGBH-FM, sister station to Boston’s public TV Channel 2, around midnight last … Continue reading George Morrill Started Something When He Bought First Car Ever Sold-This Day in Norwood History-December 1, 1972
Apollo XI Approaches First Moon Landing Using Masoneilan Control Valves-This Day In Norwood History- July 26, 1969
This Day In Norwood History- July 26, 1969-Apollo XI Approaches First Moon Landing Using Masoneilan Control Valves
Norwood Catholics Laud Saturday Mass-This Day In Norwood History-June 23, 1969
By ANDREW F. BLAKE Staff Writer In the age of rapid and often disruptive change, parishioners at St. Catherine’s Church, learned yesterday of another innovation — a Saturday Masss which … Continue reading Norwood Catholics Laud Saturday Mass-This Day In Norwood History-June 23, 1969
Expanded Hospital Has Lead-Lined X-Ray Room-This Day in Norwood History-February 15, 1962
INSPECTING new X-ray department construction at the Norwood Hospital are members of the Building Committee (left to right) Ralph A. Hill of Walpole, Arthur P. Allen of Norwood, Thomas J. … Continue reading Expanded Hospital Has Lead-Lined X-Ray Room-This Day in Norwood History-February 15, 1962
Ofgant Jackson Adds Studebaker in Norwood-This Day In Norwood History-November 24, 1960
Ofgant Jackson, famed throughout New England for its record sales and outstanding customer service, cordially invites the public to view the complete 1961 Studebaker line of passenger cars and trucks … Continue reading Ofgant Jackson Adds Studebaker in Norwood-This Day In Norwood History-November 24, 1960