For all types of quality plumbing and heating work and oil burner installation, the Paul C. Hooper Co , 226 Railroad Avenue, Norwood, can guarantee the best work, materials, and reasonable prices. In the picture above, the photographer shows Mr. Hooper’s truck drawn up in front of his completely-equipped shop on Railroad Avenue. (Photo by Warren Eriksen)

With 25 years of varied experience in the plumbing, heating — and more recently — the oil burner installation business. Paul C. Hooper, with shop and office at 220 Railroad Avenue, Norwood, can offer his customers highly skilled work, the best materials, and reasonable prices.

Mr. Hooper set up his present location on Railroad Avenue following his discharge from the Navy. He’ll be glad to make estimates on any job. and he may be reached by telephoning either NORwned 1684 or WALpoIe 8378.

For that next plumbing heating or oil burner installation job, call Mr. Hooper and feel assured that you’re getting the best.

THIS DAY IN NORWOOD HISTORY

Dean Street Elderly Housing Project Refiled Under Chapter 40B as Board Seeks Attorney General Zoning Ruling-August 23, 1977

Dean Street Elderly Housing Project Refiled Under Chapter 40B as Board Seeks Attorney General Zoning Ruling-August 23, 1977

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Developer Richard Vazza refiles his $2 million Dean Street elderly housing complex under Massachusetts Chapter 40B anti-snob zoning laws. The Norwood Appeals Board seeks an emergency ruling from the state attorney general to clarify conflicting zoning use variance powers.

Norwood Scrapbook-August 3

Norwood Scrapbook-August 3

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A comprehensive daily compilation of historical news from Norwood, Massachusetts on August 3. Featuring stories of town planning, public safety efforts, regional transportation, local achievements, and community concert traditions.

Traffic Concerns Stall Zoning Board Hearing on Proposed Caldor Shopping Center on Route 1-July 30, 1980

Traffic Concerns Stall Zoning Board Hearing on Proposed Caldor Shopping Center on Route 1-July 30, 1980

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A zoning board hearing for the proposed $3 million Caldor shopping center on Route 1 was continued to August 19 as developers Bronson & Hutensky worked to finalize safe traffic access through Park Place Industrial Park.

Library Throws Book at Woman in Norwood-July 27, 1984

Library Throws Book at Woman in Norwood-July 27, 1984

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Susan Andrews became the first person arrested in Norwood for failing to return overdue books to the Morrill Memorial Library.

Appeals Board Postpones Decision On Norwood Golf Course Proposal-July 26, 1973

Appeals Board Postpones Decision On Norwood Golf Course Proposal-July 26, 1973

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The Norwood appeals board postponed a decision on developer Frank R. Simoni’s proposed 97-acre golf course near Access Road, requesting a certified site plan.


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