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July 29, 1986July 29, 2026 georgenhs Fun, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Mother Strikes Jackpot at Tuition Time-July 29, 1986

Jean M. Taylor of 11 Monroe St. in Norwood won a $682,219 share of the $4.77 million Massachusetts Megabucks jackpot after purchasing a ticket at Pam's Market.

August 22, 1985August 22, 2026 georgenhs Human Interest, Norwood Hospital, This Day In Norwood History

Eighty-Year-Old Volunteer Gertrude “Gertie” Erickson Celebrated as a Beloved Institution at Norwood Hospital-August 22, 1985

Known as the whistling cashier, 80-year-old Gertrude Erickson is celebrated for her 13 years of dedicated volunteer service at Norwood Hospital's coffee shop.

September 30, 1978September 22, 2026 georgenhs Human Interest, This Day In Norwood History

Civic and Social: Couple Recall Half Century of Service to Norwood-September 30, 1978

MIT-trained engineer William Hyland and Smith College alumna Gladys Hyland reflect on nearly 50 years of civic leadership, engineering triumphs, and community service in Norwood.

August 2, 1976August 22, 2026 georgenhs Gone But Not Forgotten, This Day In Norwood History

Norwood Cinema Ticket Taker Jack Bitar Reminisces on 18 Years at the Door and the Theater’s 1927 Opening-August 2, 1976

Jack Bitar, a beloved doorman and ticket taker at the Norwood Cinema, reflected on 18 years on the job and attending the theater's grand opening back in 1927.

July 29, 1975July 29, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History

Waldo Nason Is Retired, But Not Really-July 29, 1975

At 67, retired Raytheon engineer Waldo H. Nason volunteers his time driving Norwood's senior citizen mini-bus while remaining active in local politics.

August 15, 1957August 15, 2026 georgenhs Uncategorized

Norwood In The Service-August 15, 1957

Highlighting local military and civilian achievements, Norwood residents Frank Bilotta began basic training at Fort Dix, Charles J. Jurgelewicz earned marksmanship honors at Fort Belvoir, and John W. Murphy completed accounting certification.

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