This Day in Norwood History-Talk Of The Town-August 11, 1888

These news items were the talk of the town on August 11, 1888

TOWN MEETING.

At the Town Meeting to be held in Village Hall this evening, the citizens of Norwood will be called to act upon the following articles:—

Article 1 To choose a Moderator to preside at said meeting.

Art. 2. To see !f the town will vote to discontinue that part of Chapel Street between Washington Street and the easterly line of the New York & New England Railroad Company, provided, the Railroad Company build a new street on the east side of the railroad, connecting Chapel street with Washington street, according to plans submitted to the Board of Selectmen; said Chapel street not to be closed or discontinued until the new street is finished, laid out, and accepted by the town.

We believe this to be a move in the right direction. Every grade crossing that can be abolished should be.

Art. 3. To see if the town will vote to extend the water pipe on Cottage Street and raise or appropriate money for the same.

If the people living on Cottage Street need the town water why should they not have it.

Art. 4. To see if the town will vote to extend the water pipe on Washington Street, from Dean Street to the Balch schoolhouse, and raise or appropriate money for the same.

We hope to see no opposition to this move. The children must have water, and the town cannot afford to refuse it. We believe that it should be carried still further on this street, as there arc those who would be glad to get the water, and if it was there it would be an inducement to others to build But whatever you do, don’t refuse to give the children pure water.

Art 5 To see if the town will accept of the extension of Nahatan Street and Broadway, or any part thereof, as laid out by the Selectmen, and appiupn.de money to pay the land damage.

Does the interest of the traveling public require that this street be built at the present time? If so, let us hate it; but otherwise, we say wait until Norwood has a high school before spending any more money for streets.

Art. 6. To see if the town will appropriate money to purchase a hose and supply wagon or the use of the fire department.

Give the Fire Department anything it needs to perfect its equipment for protecting our property.

Art 7 To see if the town will vote to build a storehouse for the road machine use and appropriate money for the same.

This ought to have been done years ago.

Art. 8. To see if the town will accept of Everett Avenue, as laid out by the Selectmen.

Why not?

Don’t forget that it is this evening, August 11th, at 7.30.

THE CLAM-BAKE.

The event of the week has been the Clam-Bake given by the Norwood Brass Band. In spite of the threatening appearance of the clouds on Tuesday and Wednesday nights the receipts amounted to enough to pay the expenses, and on Thursday night the grounds were packed with people, old mid young; a large number also gathered in the street and upon the Church grounds and steps to listen to the music. Many were present from Medfield and Dedham, and it is estimated that about 2500 people cut through the gate during the three evenings. The members of the Band and their friends made extensive preparations for this affair, and the result must be gratifying to them. There was the large tent where clams were served to those who wanted them.
The fancy table, in charge of Mrs. B. F. Colburu, Mrs. F, 11. Winslow and Miss Helen Allen,
Cake table in charge of Mrs. Walter Gould, Mrs.’E. Stoue and Mrs. J. F. Hoyden.
Fish pond in charge of Sirs. Jarvis Fairbanks and Mrs, J, E. Hartshorn, Confectionery table; Mrs. M. J. Ellis and Mrs. L. D. Ellis.
Fruit table: Mrs. Vvarreu Morse and Mrs. Geo. Fairbanks.
The African Dodger, Geo. Taylor of Rendville was there, also plenty of target shooting as usual.
Mr. Patrick Slattery had charge of the “cane racket.”
The result of the guessing enterprises was as follows: Length of wire in bottle 10 feet 10 3-1 inches. Mrs. A. J. Barbour guessed 10 feet 11 inches, and won the ten set.
The length of fish pole was but 14 feet 8 3-8 inches. Miss H. C. Allen guessed 14 feet 8 inches, and won the plush chair,
The bottle contained 2031 shot, and two prizes were offered. The number guessed we did not learn, but the album was won by G. P. Hartshorn and the box of cigars by C. H. Allen.
The ice cream tent was well patronized on Thursday night,
Tuesday evening the Medfield Band played almost continuously till 9 o’clock. Its selections were good and were well received.
Wednesday night the Dedham Band played, and for a young baud did splendidly.
The last evening the Norwood Baud played till quite a late hour, and was as usual very fine. Amount of Profits not yet learned.

—The contract for building the extension of Fulton Street was awarded to John Nugent.

—Rev. Mi. Gilbert of Chicopee, Mass, has been the guest of Mr. G. II. Morrill, Jr. this week.

—Mr. Henry Woods has taken rooms for his family at the Arlington Hotel, Nantasket Beach.

—Eddie Sanborn and Eddie Chandler started last Saturday for Clinton, Me. for a two weeks’ vacation. —A subscriber wants to know why the list of poll-tax payers was not posted on August 1st as required.

—Our attention has been called to the gums glowing upon the sidewalk near the Baldi school. It should be cut. —The mercury last Sunday’ climbed almost to four score and ten, and the humid atmosphere was unbearable.

—The coal for Pumping Station has arrived at Norwood Central, and is being drawn to West Dedham by Mr. Geo. Metcalf. ’

—Remember the town meeting this evening.

—Dr. A M. Winslow of Boston was in town Tuesday.

—Wm. McLellan made a flying trip to Norwood Saturday.

—Mr. G. S. Winslow and family left Tuesday a. m. for Saratoga.

—There are now about five hundred men employed in the Norwood Car Shops.

—Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Lane are spending their vacation at “Great Head.”

—Miss Boyd and Miss Morse of Andover arc visiting at Mr. E. H. Morrill’s.

—We were pleased to see the genial face of Mr. E. E. Pratt in ‘town this week.

—Another new engine built for fast service was turned out of the Norwood Car ‘Shops Wednesday.
—Mr. J. J. Feely our new lawyer has fitted up very cozy’ quarters over Hartshorn’s market. He may be found there every evening during the week.
—Another reader wants to know why the firemen did not raise their flag when they heard of the death of “Little IT11I.”
—-The funeral services over the remains of the little son of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Barta were held in Norwood last Saturday, Rev. Ellis Mcndcll officiating.
—One thousand tons of coal for Morrill’s Ink Works arrived at Winslow’s Station this week. The contract for moving it to the station was given to Mr. Geo. Caiffiry.
—The requisite number of names for a militia company having been received, and the petition having been signed by the Selectmen, it will be presented to the Governor today.
—Rev. Wm. R. Eastman of So, Framingham preached In the Congregationalist Church last Sunday, and tomorrow Rev. B. B. Sherman of Wollaston will occupy the pulpit at that place.
—Cornelius Fogerty and his son Geo. Fogerty who were arrested for assault upon young Carrol, were brought before Justice Lane last F’i-
—Mr. Jarvis Gay has had his house painted. The work was done by Mr. Reed.
—The thanks of the editor of this paper are hereby extended to Mr. E. L. Fcttting, Master Painter of the N. Y. & N. E. R. R., and to Mr. P. H. Conradson, Chemist for the same corporation, for courtesies received during the past week.
—A very exciting game of baseball took place in the Morrill field last Saturday afternoon between the Winslow’s Station and the Winslow’s tannery boys. The ball for which the game was played was won by the Winslow’s Stations. Nine innings; score 16 to 11.
—Last Saturday afternoon while Mr. David Talbot was driving downhill a part of the harness gave way, and the horse began to kick striking one of Mr. Talbot’s legs just below the knee with such force as to break it. At the time of writing. we understand that he is as comfortable as could be expected.
—Another severe kicking affair occurred in Mr. Joseph Roby’s stable last Saturday. Mr. Roby was in the stall measuring the animal when he was kicked with such force as to be thrown completely out of the stall, and while attempting to rise received another severe blow in the face knocking him insensible. He has so far recovered as to able to be out.
—One evening last week a Norwood grocer driving a covered wagon through Walpole was mistaken for a “beer vendor,” and on his way home was stopped fifteen times with the salutation just above a whisper “Say Jimmy?” But the anxious individuals on finding their mistake dropped their heads and disappeared in the darkness.
—Mrs. Sarah P. Stinchfield and Samuel F. Hodgkins were married at the residence of Mr. F. L. Clapp Washington Street, Thursday evening, August 9th, by Rev. Geo. Hill in the presence of about twenty immediate relatives and friends. Music was furnished by White’s orchestra. Ice cream and cake were served, and Mr. and Mrs. Hodgkins took the 10 o’clock train for Boston. They will spend their honeymoon in northern New Hampshire and Vermont, traveling.
—About two weeks ago Mr. Joseph Roby drove to Hough’s Neck, and on his return when as far as Randolph his horse was taken sick, and ho was obligee) to leave him t<< Lc taken care of. Last Sunday the animal died.
—The 12th New Hampshire Veterans arc planning a ten day’s excursion to commence September 27th. Grand Anny men are invited to join. Particulars may be received from cither A. W. Bartlett, Pittsfield. N. IL, or R.W. Musgrow, Bristol, N,H,
—The “Nook Club” and friends to the number of about fifty went to the “Nook” in Medfield last Friday for their annual picnic. Fishing, football, baseball, and other games were indulged in. The party returned at a late hour in the evening declaring that they never had a better time.
—Sunday was the hottest day of the season. The air was hot and sultry, and there was hardly a spot where one could get that perspiration would not start. A change came Monday morning, and even with the rain and chilly atmosphere the weather has been more tolerable than the oppressive heat of Sunday, The summer has been unusually cool, and a hot day leaves an impression when it occurs.
—The funeral services over the remains of Mrs. F. M. Cragin, were at her last request, held from the residence of her brother, Mr. Lewis Day, with only the relatives of the family present; and were conducted by Rev. Dr. Nye, assisted by Rev. Mr. Hill and Rev. Mr. Selleck. The remarks of each of the clergymen which encomium of her personal worth and Christian character, and full of consolation to the bereaved relatives. The flowers mound on her casket were profuse and beautiful. The remains were laid in the vault at Highland Cemetery.