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.
This Day In Norwood History-April 7, 1912-NORWOOD’S BIG PRESS CLUB
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 This Day In Norwood History-April 7, 1912-NORWOOD’S BIG PRESS CLUB
This Day In Norwood History-February 14, 1907-Norwood Historical Society Founded
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 This Day In Norwood History-February 14, 1907-Norwood Historical Society Founded
1947 – History of The Norwood Historical Society
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
This Day In Norwood History-June 15
JAMES BERWICK DEAD Dean of the Printing Trade, Was President of the Norwood Press and Widely Known NORWOOD, June 15—.Times Berwick, known among printers the country over as the dean … Continue reading This Day In Norwood History-June 15