Favorable Report Given to Senate on Nahatan.It Would Take Nearly Two Thirds of the Territory of Dedham. Hope of Projectors to Make It a Mecca For Low Tax Seekers. Thu, … Continue reading PROPOSED NEW TOWN.
Polaroid Buys Norwood Plant Site-This Day In Norwood History-March 23, 1967
The Polaroid Corporation has purchased the former W. Cameron Forbes estate off Rt. 1A in Norwood at the Westwood line as a site for a multi-million dollar complex. The site … Continue reading Polaroid Buys Norwood Plant Site-This Day In Norwood History-March 23, 1967
W. Cameron Forbes Dies at 89; Boston Financier, Diplomat-This Day In Norwood History-December 26, 1959
W. Cameron Forbes, noted Boston financier and diplomat, died Thursday at the Hotel Vendome. He was 89. He had been in poor health for several years. Mr. Forbes’ chief diplomatic … Continue reading W. Cameron Forbes Dies at 89; Boston Financier, Diplomat-This Day In Norwood History-December 26, 1959
Firebug Sought in 2 Norwood Blazes-This Day In Norwood History-May 1, 1951
Fire Chief Alonzo Earle today expressed the opinion that “a firebug' set the two fires on the Forbes estate and the Whittemore Coal Company early this morning. All police officers … Continue reading Firebug Sought in 2 Norwood Blazes-This Day In Norwood History-May 1, 1951
Hooded Gunmen Fire Shots At Home of W Cameron Forbes-This Day in Norwood History-August 25, 1939
W. Cameron Forbes A hooded gunman broke into the home of W. Cameron Forbes, former ambassador to Japan, early today, fired at the caretaker with a double-barreled shotgun, frightened the … Continue reading Hooded Gunmen Fire Shots At Home of W Cameron Forbes-This Day in Norwood History-August 25, 1939
Walter F. Tilton Is Honored By Fellow Citizens Of Norwood-This Day in Norwood History-July 2, 1937
This Day in Norwood History-July 2, 1937-Walter F. Tilton Is Honored By Fellow Citizens Of Norwood A truly great man, who gave so much to the Town of Norwood.
W. Cameron Forbes Hosts World Famous Aviator Charles A. Lindberg-This Day in Norwood History- August 11, 1931
HOST TO LINDBERGHS LOVER OF OUTDOORSAmbassador Forbes, Norwood Man, Is Polo Player —On Ocean Trip Ran Mile Around Deck Nightly W. CAMERON FORBES United States Ambassador to Japan WASHINGTON, Aug … Continue reading W. Cameron Forbes Hosts World Famous Aviator Charles A. Lindberg-This Day in Norwood History- August 11, 1931
175 Tons Of Hay In One Stack On Forbes Estate-This Day In Norwood History-August 18, 1923
August 18, 1923- Bostonians who believe that nearly all the haying is done in New Hampshire and Maine, should pay a visit to the Norwood and Westwood estate of W. … Continue reading 175 Tons Of Hay In One Stack On Forbes Estate-This Day In Norwood History-August 18, 1923
Planning Board Has Done Excellent Work-This Day In Norwood History-May 19, 1923
NORWOOD TOWN NOW BEAUTIFUL NORWOOD, May 19—The marked improvement in the physical appearance of the town of Norwood, since the establishment of a Planning Board, here, as well as the … Continue reading Planning Board Has Done Excellent Work-This Day In Norwood History-May 19, 1923
Estate of Henry O. Peabody May Be Sold-This Day In Norwood History-June 5, 1910
June 5, 1910-Estate of Henry O. Peabody May Be Sold