TELLS OF TALK WITH ORSMANS DEDHAM, May 12-Chief William H. Sullivan of the-Norwood police testified this morning in the trial of Ahmed and All Orsman, both of whom are accused … Continue reading This Day in Norwood History-May 12, 1933-Norwood Chief Testifies in Nellie Keras Murder Trial
Poll-Favorite “This Day In Norwood History” Article of March 2023
We want to know- what was your favorite story this month? Here are the top posts for March 2023: March 3, 1955-Peter Makarewicz Goes on Trial Next Monday in Murder … Continue reading Poll-Favorite “This Day In Norwood History” Article of March 2023
This Day in Norwood History-March 15, 1955-“I Didn’t Kill Her,” Says Peter
Norwood Youth Denies Confession DEDHAM, March 15—Peter Makarewicz took the stand today in his own defense on the eighth day of his first-degree murder trial. The slim, pale 16-year-old boy, … Continue reading This Day in Norwood History-March 15, 1955-“I Didn’t Kill Her,” Says Peter
This Day in Norwood History-March 11, 1955-Jury Hears ‘Confession’ of Strangling Girl, 15
This photo of Peter Makarewicz taken the day after the November 1954 murder of 15-year-old Geraldine Annese shows the scratches on his face that drew the attention of police. Trooper … Continue reading This Day in Norwood History-March 11, 1955-Jury Hears ‘Confession’ of Strangling Girl, 15
This Day in Norwood History-March 3, 1955-Peter Makarewicz Goes on Trial Next Monday in Murder of Geraldine Annese
May Require Two Days To Select Jury Peter Makarewicz, 15, shown at Dedham Court in the custody of Court Officer Bernard Richwagen. By E. V. McLEAN Peler Makarewicz, 15-year-old South … Continue reading This Day in Norwood History-March 3, 1955-Peter Makarewicz Goes on Trial Next Monday in Murder of Geraldine Annese
The “Split” and along Walpole Street
Postcard of the Methodist Church at the intersection of Washington and Walpole Streets Church on split. This church was built in 1900 and was the original home of the Methodist … Continue reading The “Split” and along Walpole Street
The Guild Square Area: A Walk Around this Historical Block
The Guild Monument (photo G Curtis) The area of Norwood known as Guild Square might not technically be called a “neighborhood,” however all that it contains is intricate to all … Continue reading The Guild Square Area: A Walk Around this Historical Block
Germantown Points of Interest
Today, very little remains of Germantown except for the houses. Both Bullard and Wilson Streets are highly traveled, as they are a short cut to Westwood. Some of the Germantown … Continue reading Germantown Points of Interest
This Day in Norwood History-February 24, 1955-Judge Orders Most Evidence Be Shown to Defense in Geraldine Annese Murder Case
Goldstein To See State Exhibits Of Entire Case In an unprecedented ruling, Superior Court Judge Frank J. Donahue has ordered Norfolk County to turn over to the defense practically all … Continue reading This Day in Norwood History-February 24, 1955-Judge Orders Most Evidence Be Shown to Defense in Geraldine Annese Murder Case
This Day in Norwood History-February 10, 1935-“FEMALE FAGIN” FOUND GUILTY IN DEDHAM
Charge Woman Induced Girl to Steal Keys From Teachers So She Could Rob Homes MRS. JULIA PORTELLA WITH HER ATTORNEY, BENJAMIN J. SYKES DEDHAM, Feb 10 In a courtroom packed … Continue reading This Day in Norwood History-February 10, 1935-“FEMALE FAGIN” FOUND GUILTY IN DEDHAM