Norwood High School Junior Prom Six couples paused for a “Time Out” photo at the Norwood High School Junior Prom: Jacqueline Riker & James D. Donovan Kathy Fad & Jerry … Continue reading Talk Of The Town-May 11, 1964
Merchants Oppose Proposed Walpole Street Shopping Center-September 11, 1963
Uptown Merchants Association representatives urge the Board of Appeals to deny a special permit for a new Walpole Street shopping center, citing downtown vacancies and traffic hazards.
Developer Frank R. Simoni Seeks Zoning Change for New Shopping Center Project-August 21, 1963
Developer Frank R. Simoni has petitioned the Norwood Planning Board for a zoning change on Walpole Street to construct a shopping center, prompting a public hearing set for September 9.
Library Takes First Steps Toward New Film Service-This Day In Norwood History-May 21, 1948
The Morrill Memorial Library has taken its first formal steps toward establishing a free film‑lending service, a project made possible through the foresight and generosity of the Women’s Community Committee. … Continue reading Library Takes First Steps Toward New Film Service-This Day In Norwood History-May 21, 1948
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.
Mrs. McKenzie Used Her Whip-This Day In Norwood History-April 25, 1893
Horsewhip Dispute Between McKenzie Family Stirs Norwood Church Circles Norwood found itself in the midst of a lively and uncomfortable controversy this week after a horsewhipping incident between two well‑known … Continue reading Mrs. McKenzie Used Her Whip-This Day In Norwood History-April 25, 1893