Members of St George’s Syrian Ladies’ Society shown as they gathered for a post-holiday Christmas party Thursday evening at the Church Hall. The hall was decorated for the Yuletide season and presents were exchanged and Christmas carols were sung.
Mrs. Helen Abdallah was the soloist for the evening, assisted by Mrs. Sophie Tamm at the piano.
The committee in charge included: Mrs. Rose Joseph, President; Mrs, Sandy Thomas, Mrs. Effie Maloof, Mrs. Najalo Solomon and Mrs. Esther Deeb. (Surette Photo)
Norwood Free Press
THIS DAY IN NORWOOD HISTORY
Norwood Scrapbook-August 3
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
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
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
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.
In Memoriam: Walter J. “Wally” Hughes Jr. (1947 – July 25, 2026)
Opening Tribute The Norwood community joins the Hughes family in mourning the unexpected passing of Walter J. “Wally” Hughes Jr. on July 25, 2026, at the age of 79. For … Continue reading In Memoriam: Walter J. “Wally” Hughes Jr.…
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