The Norwood Gas Company announced today that Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Folan, Jr. of 44 Silver Street, Norwood, were the lucky winners of the free trip to the New York World’s Fair.
Climaxing its autumn house heating sales campaign, Vice President and Manager A. J. Fabiani stated that the winning name was drawn by Mrs. George Foley, of 357 Prospect Street, Norwood, at the company’s office at 530 Washington St.
On a weekend of their choosing, Mr. and Mrs. Folan and their two children will be the guests of the Gas Company at the new City Squire Motor Inn. They will be dined at the new Red Coach Grill and will be honored with a special reception at the Gas Pavilion at the World’s Fair.
THIS DAY IN NORWOOD HISTORY
Norwood Hospital Expansion Likely to Target Civic Center Site-July 13, 1976
The expansion aims to address the critical need for increased bed capacity, support services, and advanced medical units, as outlined by consulting firm Medicus Planning, Inc.
Lithuanian Club Closed After Ceiling Collapses-July 12, 1977
Three men narrowly escaped injury when the ceiling of the historic 75-year-old building crashed to the floor, forcing an immediate safety closure.
Norwood’s Resilience and Strong Comeback Bring Victory Over Westwood in Zone 6A American Legion Baseball-July 12, 1989
In a testament to their resilience and determination, Pete Wall’s Norwood team scores seven runs in the fourth inning to take a 10-3 victory over Westwood.
Norwood’s Second Annual “Tiot” Relay Race Raises Funds for Youth Recreation-July 12, 1976
Sponsored by the Ponderosa Lounge, the successful community fundraiser combined athletic competition with a picnic to benefit local recreational projects.
Milton Developer Plans Indoor Ice Rink for Norwood-July 12, 1972
The proposed 240-by-100-foot steel arena aims to serve youth hockey teams and the public, with an anticipated opening in November 1972.
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