Selectmen Decline Preemptive Police Crackdown on Defiant Plaza Merchant Rock and Roll Festival
Charles L. Rich, chairman of the board of selectmen here, said last night police would only “take action if there’s a disturbance” at a music and dancing festival from 7 to 11 p.m. tomorrow at The Norwood Plaza
The Plaza Merchant’s Association is going ahead with plans for the dancing despite the selectmen’s outright refusal to grant a formal dance permit. Charles L. Rich acknowledged that the ban voted by the board is outside the town and could spur a note, but added that the board members may take further action after the dance is over.
The local merchants are contending that they do not need a dance permit because the plaza is entirely private property. The selectmen argue that a rock and roll band proposed for the party could attract large numbers of young persons from surrounding communities and disturb the peace. Charles L. Rich said the police would not be called in to break up the affair on a preemptive basis, adding that any order to physically interrupt the activities must come directly from the town manager if local laws are being actively violated. The selectmen formally conferred on the matter before the start of last night’s special town meeting.
Archival Note: This article has been dynamically reconstructed from the original public record print archives of the Patriot Ledger
1951 Father Mac’s Doll Show- Norwood Recreation
Discover more from Norwood Historical Society Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email. Type your email… Subscribe
This Day In Norwood History-November 27, 2011-Holiday Extravaganza Kicks Off Season
This November 27th, Norwood’s Recreation Department will be holding their annual Holiday Extravaganza on the Common Green, from 1:30-4:30, where the Hobday Tree will be christened with lights and an … Continue reading This Day In Norwood History-November 27, 2011-Holiday…
Norwood Civic Center is Revamped-This Day In Norwood History-October 8, 2010
The renovated Norwood Civic Center opened its doors to the public this week. A newly renovated Norwood Civic Center opened its doors to the public this week after $25,000 worth … Continue reading Norwood Civic Center is Revamped-This Day In…
Thirteen Playground Programs Start Monday In Norwood-This Day In Norwood History-June 22, 1974
A major municipal recreation push brings youth sports, gymnastics, and special community camp pilots to a dozen neighborhood sites.
Record Hop Planned at Armory-This Day In Norwood History-March 8, 1958
Mr. Frank Borsa, Superintendent Ready, Recreation Department, and John F. Reynolds met with the Selectmen and discussed application of Mr. Borsa, on behalf of his son, for a permit to … Continue reading Record Hop Planned at Armory-This Day In…
Discover more from Norwood Historical Society
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.