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Tag: profiles & biographies

August 12, 1980August 12, 2026 georgenhs Norwood Public Schools, This Day In Norwood History

Henry O. Peabody School Director Ruth Shea Ponders Retirement After 14 Years-August 12, 1980

After 14 years expanding vocational education, Henry O. Peabody School director Ruth Shea ponders retirement while securing a 97 percent graduate job placement rate.

August 13, 1979August 12, 2026 georgenhs Fun, Human Interest, This Day In Norwood History

Harold “Skip” Rideout Expands Marine Construction Business in Southport, Maine-August 13, 1979

Norwood High graduate Harold "Skip" Rideout expanded his marine construction business in Southport, Maine, by purchasing a 42-foot towboat and a 60-foot barge.

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