James Porter, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Porter of 61 Washington street, recently graduated from the pilot school at Napier Field, Dothan, Alabama, receiving his commission as 2nd Lieutenant and his silver wings.
Lt. Porter is now on a five-day furlough and will return to Alabama for six weeks of training in gunnery. Lt. Porter entered the service a year and a half ago and since has been training in air fields in Tennessee and Alabama.
This Day in Norwood History-June 5, 1892-Lady Bicyclists
Dr. Soberbrow, in his address to the graduating class of one of our lady colleges last year, while he complimented them on their attainments and beauty, said that he hoped…
This Day in Norwood History-June 1, 1950-John B. Kennedy Sworn In As Town Manager
MANAGER SWORN IN—John B. Kennedy, Norwood town manager (right) was sworn into office by town clerk, Walter Blasenak at the Norwood municipal building. The new manager will commute between Winthrop…
This Day in Norwood History-June 5, 1950-Last Tribute Paid To R. Russell Williamson
Prominent Citizen, Banker, Businessman And Churchman, Dies Here At Age of 71 Norwood’s outstanding citizen, banker, businessman, and churchman. R. Russell Williamson, died unexpectedly at the Norwood Hospital Saturday afternoon…
This Day in Norwood History-June 5, 1950-New Steel Display Shelves at the Morrill Memorial Library
FOR THE CONVENIENCE of its users the Morrill Memorial Library has arranged to have the steel display shelves constructed in the Plimpton Wing as well as a small reading nook…