The Temple building today is home to a business (photo: Google Street View) Temple Shaare Tefilah – 935 Washington Street Although this building is located about a quarter of a … Continue reading Dean Street to Oolah Avenue
Points of Interest: South Norwood’s Changing Street Scape
Map of South Norwood showing were some of the major employers were located. An easy walk away. (Source: Mapcarta.com - edited by LLKearney) To travel from one end of South … Continue reading Points of Interest: South Norwood’s Changing Street Scape
South End Hardware: A Landmark Institution-July 5, 1978
In 1978, the Abdallah family’s South End Hardware in South Norwood stood as a testament to four generations of community service and local history.
A Profile of Longtime Norwood Selectman John A. “Alec” Abdallah-October 5, 1968
A profile of longtime Norwood Selectman John A. "Alec" Abdallah, exploring his family roots, political philosophy, and dedication to the town he calls the crown jewel.
Nicholas Abdallah, “Mayor of South Norwood”, Dies in Norwood-May 3, 1961
In this staged 1942 photograph, Nicholas Abdallah, proprietor of South End Hardware, moves his team and wagon along Washington Street, past his own storefront and that of the Press Café. … Continue reading Nicholas Abdallah, “Mayor of South Norwood”, Dies in Norwood-May 3, 1961
War Conditions Cause Change In South End Hardware Hours-November 6, 1942
War Conditions Cause Change In South End Hardware Hours-This Day In Norwood History-November 6, 1942
Old Timers Found Among Norwood Business Men-This Day In Norwood History-September 10, 1938
Old Timers Found Among Norwood Business Men-This Day In Norwood History-September 10, 1938