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Norwood Greenhouse Resident to Relocate to Quincy-July 02, 1981
In the summer of 1981, a Norwood veteran struggling with housing instability turned a local greenhouse into a makeshift home before the community rallied to find him a more dignified living situation.
Jimmy Carter’s Quiet Campaign Visit to Norwood-July 02, 1976
Before his rise to the Presidency, a little-known Jimmy Carter spent a whirlwind morning shaking hands with residents along Washington Street in 1975.
Paying Final Tribute To Marine Corporal Richard B Murphy-July 2, 1968
A solemn high mass at St. Catherine of Siena Church drew nearly 1,000 mourners paying final tribute to Marine Corporal Richard B. Murphy, who was killed in Vietnam.
Braves Win LL Pennant On 6-1 Victory Over Indians-This Day in Norwood History-July 8, 1964
The Union Savings Bank Braves defeated the Westover Indians 6-1 at Pleasant Street Field to claim the 1964 Norwood Little League title before a massive crowd. Behind a masterful two-hitter from Pete Tamulonis, the Braves capped off their dominant 15-win season with a championship performance.
Rocks Shatter Windows At New Oldham School, Damage Heavy-This Day in Norwood History-July 2, 1964
This Day in Norwood History-July 2, 1964-Rocks Shatter Windows At New Oldham School, Damage Heavy
“Skip” Lockwood Signs With A’s For Huge Bonus; Assigned To Midwestern League-This Day in Norwood History-July 2, 1964
This Day in Norwood History-July 2, 1964-“Skip” Lockwood Signs With A’s For Huge Bonus; Assigned To Midwestern League
Hold Graduation At St. George’s Church School-This Day in Norwood History-July 2, 1963
This Day in Norwood History-July 2, 1963-Hold Graduation At St. George’s Church School
Model Hearth Stones Homes Leave Room for Expansion- July 2, 1961
Three weeks ago, Murray J. Sloane, realtor and Almor Homes, Inc., developer, opened his four new model homes at the Hearth Stones in Norwood with all the important features that … Continue reading Model Hearth Stones Homes Leave Room for Expansion- July 2, 1961
St. Catherine’s Boys Fife and Drum Corps Brings Honor to Norwood Again, Wins Cardinal’s Cup-This Day in Norwood History-July 2, 1938
This Day in Norwood History-July 2, 1938-St. Catherine's Boys Fife and Drum Corps Brings Honor to Norwood Again, Wins Cardinal's Cup