Mr. George M. Joy Spins a Lifetime of Tales at 85th Birthday Celebration-This Day in Norwood History-December 9, 1941

Believe IT OR NOT” householders Mr. and Mrs. George M. Joy live on the corner of Cross and Pleasant streets in a house built by Mr. Wilard Gay, formerly owned … Continue reading Mr. George M. Joy Spins a Lifetime of Tales at 85th Birthday Celebration-This Day in Norwood History-December 9, 1941

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

Ora Holman Helped Hunt Down John Wilkes Booth, Turns 91-This Day In Norwood History-May 30, 1922

A legendary local patriot celebrates a milestone. At 91 years old, Walpole Street resident Ora Holman stands as Norwood’s oldest Civil War veteran, carrying a thrilling personal history that includes riding 100 miles through the night in the urgent pursuit of Lincoln's assassin, John Wilkes Booth.

Ora Holman, Prominent Local Businessman, Celebrates 50th Anniversary-This Day in Norwood History-September 21, 1907

LANDS IN HUB WITH 10 CENTS. Ora Holman, later Prosperous Business Man, Celebrates With Wife at Norwood Golden Wedding. MR AND MRS ORA HOLMAN. Sat, Sep 21, 1907 – 11 … Continue reading Ora Holman, Prominent Local Businessman, Celebrates 50th Anniversary-This Day in Norwood History-September 21, 1907