This Day In Norwood History-June 26, 1920-New York Express Jumps Track at Norwood, but None Injured

This Day In Norwood History-June 26, 1920-New York Express Jumps Track at Norwood, but None Injured

This Day In Norwood History-June 12, 1955-New Norwood Community, Westover, to Open Saturday

June 12, 1955-Westover Estates, a planned suburban community, located in Norwood, will be ready for inspection on Saturday, June 18, it was announced yesterday. Two furnished model homes — a split-level and ranch— will be on display.

This Day In Norwood History-April 10, 1971-Norwood to Boston in Few Steps a Reality With New Commuter Rail Stops

BIG SAVING FOR TAXPAYERS—Industrial arts students at Westwood High School built this scale model of the town’s proposed $5.6 million school at a cost of about $25 compared to the … Continue reading This Day In Norwood History-April 10, 1971-Norwood to Boston in Few Steps a Reality With New Commuter Rail Stops

This Day In Norwood History-March 15, 2013-Ray Martin; Norwood star pitched to Ruth, played for Boston Braves

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 This Day In Norwood History-March 15, 2013-Ray Martin; Norwood star pitched to Ruth, played for Boston Braves

This Day In Norwood History-March 12, 1943-Five Elias Brothers Now In Service Rivals To Breens

The recent induction of Charles Elias, 26, of 1151 Washington street, marked the fifth brother to enter the armed forces, and put the well-known Elias family of the South Norwood … Continue reading This Day In Norwood History-March 12, 1943-Five Elias Brothers Now In Service Rivals To Breens

This Day In Norwood History-March 6, 1872-Celebration of the Incorporation of the Town of Norwood

NORWOOD The Celebration.—The citizens of Norwood, on Wednesday evening, had a jollification over the formation of their new town. A large number of Invited guests were present, among them being … Continue reading This Day In Norwood History-March 6, 1872-Celebration of the Incorporation of the Town of Norwood

Intersection at Washington & Winter

The W. Everett Furniture Manufactory. (Norwood Historical Society collection) This intersection has lots going on as far as Norwood History goes. Directly in front of us is the site of … Continue reading Intersection at Washington & Winter

This Day in Norwood History-February 9, 1945-Pvt. Lawrence O’Brien Is Missing In Europe

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 … Continue reading This Day in Norwood History-February 9, 1945-Pvt. Lawrence O’Brien Is Missing In Europe

Oolah Avenue to St. James Avenue

Oolah Avenue Named after the Abdallahs – “Oolah” is Syrian for Nicholas. Over the years, this street has been the home to waves immigrants – Irish, Polish, Lithuanian, Italian, Portuguese, … Continue reading Oolah Avenue to St. James Avenue

Dean Street to Oolah Avenue

The Temple building today is home to a business (photo: Google Street View) Temple Shaare Tefilah – 935 Washington Street Although this building is located about a quarter of a … Continue reading Dean Street to Oolah Avenue