Norwood Historical Society In 1901 the Norwood Literary Society voted “that an effort should be made to form a Norwood Historical Society, while we people among us to tell its … Continue reading 1947 – History of The Norwood Historical Society
James Berwick Dead-This Day In Norwood History-June 15, 1916
Dean of the Printing Trade, Was President of the Norwood Press and Widely Known James Berwick, known among printers the country over as the dean of the trade, died suddenly … Continue reading James Berwick Dead-This Day In Norwood History-June 15, 1916
Norwood’s Big Press Club-This Day In Norwood History-April 7, 1912
Founded and Developed by James Berwick, One of the Town’s Generous Citizens—The Clubhouse. The Norwood Press Club ONE of the most successful and progressive social and athletic clubs in the … Continue reading Norwood’s Big Press Club-This Day In Norwood History-April 7, 1912
Norwood Historical Society Founded-This Day In Norwood History-February 14, 1907
In 1901, the Norwood Literary Society voted “that an effort should be made to form a Norwood Historical Society, while we people among us to tell its history, and give … Continue reading Norwood Historical Society Founded-This Day In Norwood History-February 14, 1907
Ben Franklin’s Press Exhibited at Norwood’s Gala Day-This Day in Norwood History-June 22, 1895
Norwood's Flag Day celebration was held on June 17th for many years, and was a major event. In 1895, the proceedings included a "A Grand Parade of G.A.R. Post No. 169, Fire Department, N.H.S. Battalion, School Children in Barges, Leading Industries, Handsomely Decorated Carriages, etc., Sport at Prospect Park, Grand Concert." The highlight of the parade was a printing press once belonging to Benjamin Franklin, exhibited in action by James Berwick and John Olson of the Norwood Press.