Joseph Trudeau set up his Lionel electric train In his bicycle shop on Washington street South Norwood, and let the children of the neighborhood take turns running set. The group above had a fine time last Saturday morning, Included are Shirleyne Kane, Harold Elsener, Nancy Shanahan, Fred Chisholm, Robert Hardy, John Collins, Paula Collins, Steven Costello, Nancy Costello, Ann O’Malley, Edward King, Corrine Shanahan, Susan Shanahan, John Boyden, Bilí Costello and Tommy Lydon. (Eugene McLean Photo)
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…