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Tag: Washington Street

September 24, 1921September 17, 2026 georgenhs In Memoriam, Norwood Police Department, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Police Chief Harry W. Swift Passes Away at Age 45-September 24, 1921

Norwood businesses close and hundreds mourn as police chiefs from across the region gather for the funeral of late Police Chief Harry W. Swift.

May 4, 1914May 4, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Auto Smahes Buggy-This Day In Norwood History-May 4, 1914

On a late Sunday morning in the spring of 1914, the usually steady rhythm of traffic along Washington Street in Norwood was abruptly broken at the intersection with Railroad Avenue. … Continue reading Auto Smahes Buggy-This Day In Norwood History-May 4, 1914

July 6, 1889September 28, 2026 georgenhs Talk of the Town, This Day In Norwood History

Talk Of The Town-July 6, 1889

A chaotic post‑Fourth week in Norwood brings a 19‑7 ball‑field thrashing, runaway horse disasters, and a ban on foot‑powered sidewalk speedsters.

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