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Tag: William Hyland

September 30, 1978September 22, 2026 georgenhs Human Interest, This Day In Norwood History

Civic and Social: Couple Recall Half Century of Service to Norwood-September 30, 1978

MIT-trained engineer William Hyland and Smith College alumna Gladys Hyland reflect on nearly 50 years of civic leadership, engineering triumphs, and community service in Norwood.

July 11, 1973July 19, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Ellis Pond Planning Committee Established-July 11, 1973

On July 11, 1973, the Norwood Board of Selectmen authorized the formation of a special committee to develop a multiphased action plan for the acquisition and development of Ellis Pond. … Continue reading Ellis Pond Planning Committee Established-July 11, 1973

July 25, 1967September 28, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History, Town Meeting

Norwood Voters To Act On 12‑Article Warrant-July 25, 1967

Norwood residents debated parking, schools, cemetery expansion, and land transfers at a 1967 town meeting.

July 20, 1961July 19, 2026 georgenhs Norwood Hospital, This Day In Norwood History

Cornerstone in Place For New Hospital Wing-This Day in Norwood History-July 20, 1961

This Day in Norwood History-July 20, 1961-Cornerstone in Place For New Hospital Wing

February 9, 1950July 19, 2026 georgenhs School Construction, Schools, This Day In Norwood History

Redecorating Of School Interiors Is Recommended-February 9, 1950

Purchase Of Land For New Stands At High School Also Urged By Supt. Lynch This photo of a Winslow School classroom circa 1920 is a gift from Sylvia Stanton of … Continue reading Redecorating Of School Interiors Is Recommended-February 9, 1950

October 8, 1947October 7, 2026 georgenhs Industry, Local Business History, Town Government, Uncategorized

1947 Historical Sketch-The Norwood Business Association

At the annual town meeting on March 7, 1892, a motion was made by John C. Lane and unanimously adopted by the town: "That a standing committee be appointed to further the general interests of the town and especially to consider and devise ways and means of increasing the business done in the town, such recommendation and plans

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