This Day In Norwood History-October 1

Wings of Freedom Tour-October 1, 2018

During the weekend of Sept. 29 and 30, visitors were able to explore WWII aircraft as the Collings Foundation brought the “Wings of Freedom Tour” to Norwood Memorial Airport. The Colling Foundation is a nonprofit, founded in 1979, is an educational group dedicated to organizing and supporting “living history’” events that allow Americans to learn…
Design Firm Hired For Norwood Ice Rink Project-October 1, 2014

Norwood is one step closer to an ice hockey rink at the Coakley Middle School. The town has engaged DiLullo Associates for the schematic design and construction support, with contracts administrator Cathy Carney confirming a payment of $340,000 for their services. “We currently have $500,000 in funding for the owner’s project manager (Southgate Consulting) and…
Norwood Football Defeats Milton 20-6 Behind Junior Quarterback John Doherty’s Aerial Attack-October 1, 1979

Junior quarterback John Doherty throws three touchdown passes to lead Norwood High football to a 20-6 victory over Milton in Bay State League play.
Rain Moves Norwood Art Association’s Second Annual Fall Exhibit Indoors to Morrill Memorial Library-October 1, 1979

Rain forces the Norwood Art Association’s second annual fall exhibit indoors to the Morrill Memorial Library, drawing hundreds of visitors and lively voting for local artists.
Profile in Civic Dedication: Jim Drummey’s Lifelong Service to Norwood-October 1, 1970

A profile on Jim Drummey, lifelong Norwood resident, former selectman, and newly appointed assessor, whose deep-rooted family history and dedication shape his decades of municipal service.
Free Records and Phone Squads Drive Voter Registration Rush in Norwood-October 1, 1964

Hospitalized in traction, Norwood Democratic Town Committee member George Hayes launches a record-giveaway phone campaign that drives a massive voter registration rush.
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Prize Winners Announced In Boston Shoe Store Contest-This Day In Norwood History-October 1, 1948

PRIZE WINNERS — This group of winners in the contest which has been held by the Boston Shoe Store, 1044 Washington Street, South Norwood, gathered at the store recently to receive their prizes from Proprietor Herman Koplah. Left to right are Jack Howard, who received roller skates; Donald Grant, a bicycle; Constance Kinder, a watch;…
New Roll-Land Bowladrome To Open Friday-This Day In Norwood History-October 1, 1948

The grand opening of the Roll-Land Bowladrome on Route 1, which has been closed for the past two months since coming under new ownership, will be held Friday evening, October 1. Norwood’s bowling enthusiasts are invited to attend and inspect and try out the alleys, which have been completely renovated and have all new fixtures…
In The Service Now-This Day In Norwood History-October 1, 1943

G«ts Promotion Ruth LeRoy of 43 Marion Avenue, Norwood, Mass., daughter of Mr. and Mra. Nathaniel LeRoy, whose duty at the Army Air Forces Training Command radio school, Sioux Falls, S. D., is Mess Sergeant of the 707th WAC Post Headquarters Co., has been promoted from Tech IV Grade Staff Sergeant upon recommendation of her…