A long, grinding tournament matchup turned wild as Norwood clawed back from a five‑run deficit, blasted two game‑saving homers, and leaned on an unlikely pitching hero.
Norwood Oasis in Tension Era-June 8, 1968
Henry Diggs, Irma Diggs, Jacqueline Diggs, Judith Diggs, printer, teacher, School Committee, Boy Scouts, Girl Scout Council, Norwood Junior High School, Metco, Norwood Ministerial Ass., Springfield College, Lesley College, physical education teacher, substitute teacher, politics, schools, elections, local history, jun-8, 1968, 1960s
Is Norwood’s Willett School Crowded Before It Opens?-June 8, 1968
On the eve of its grand opening, a newly constructed neighborhood school faces immediate scrutiny over surging class size projections and miscalculated local birth rates.
Debated Hockey Report Approved-June 8, 1964
A four-hour executive session log sparks a bitter 4-3 split on the school board, exposing a deep clash over administrative power and stadium safety.
“Equal Pay” Law Applies To Only Two Women In Norwood Public Schools-This Day in Norwood History-June 8, 1947
June 8, 1947- "Only two women in the Norwood school system are entitled to salary equalization under the requirements of the so-called “equal pay" law it was determined by thel...."