This Day In Norwood History-October 19

This Day In Norwood History-October 19

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Norwood Hospital Demolition-Last Of the Draper Building-October 19, 2022

Below you will find links to all our posts about the ongoing demolition at Norwood Hospital. Do you have photos or videos of the demolition work at Norwood Hospital you would like to share? Please send them to us! Include your name and the date they were taken and you will receive credit in the…
General Hospital Stars Ian Buchanan and Finola Hughes Draw Big Crowd at Norwood Junior High-October 19, 1987

Soap Opera Stars Draw 200 Fans to Norwood Junior High-October 19, 1987 Nearly 200 devoted fans packed the auditorium at Norwood Junior High School yesterday, shelling out $12 in advance or $15 at the door for a chance to meet television stars Ian Buchanan and Finola Hughes, best known for playing the beloved characters Duke…
Norwood Hospital Expansion Appraisal Backed for Civic Center Site-October 19, 1976

Town Study Committee Backs Civic Center Appraisal-October 19, 1976 Moving one step closer to a definitive decision regarding the future of Norwood Hospital, the town’s hospital study committee recommended last night that selectmen authorize an independent architectural appraisal of the Civic Center property. Meeting with hospital leadership—including board of trustees president John Fuller, vice president…
Edward Plausky Honored During National Hire the Handicapped Week-October 19, 1970

Overcoming Adversity to Build a Career at Polaroid-October 19, 1970 For 22-year-old Edward Plausky of 26 Pleasant Court, catching the bus or driving to work involves far more than an ordinary morning commute. Plausky, who lives with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Norman Plausky, has cerebral palsy—a condition that affects his gait and coordination—along with…
Norwood Hospital Women’s Aid Donates $10,000 Installment-October 19, 1967

Women’s Aid Continues Generous Support for Norwood Hospital Demonstrating unwavering dedication to local healthcare, members of the Norwood Hospital Women’s Aid presented a $10,000 check to the hospital yesterday during a business meeting and tea held in the social hall of the Norwood Lutheran Church. The generous contribution represents the fourth installment on an ambitious…
Unusual Birthday Party Honors Norwood Soldier-October 19, 1965

A Soldier’s Surprise Birthday at Scott Air Force Base-October 19, 1965 Things have been happening mighty fast for 19-year-old Sgt. Gerald Mahoney of Norwood. For a young man whose every day since enlistment had been filled with surprises of one kind or another, his 19th birthday turned out to be an unforgettable experience. The young…
Norwood Defeats Braintree 14-6 Behind Defensive Shifts and Vito Anello-October 19, 1964

Defensive Shake-Up Sparks Norwood’s Victory-October 19, 1964 “It’s time for a change,” is a familiar refrain with elections just weeks away, but Norwood High School football coach Art Gulla proved himself a shrewd strategist following a tactical overhaul of his team’s defensive alignments. After dropping two consecutive games, Gulla decided drastic measures were required. Transitioning…
Norwood’s ‘Bluebirds’ Bring Care and Companionship-October 19, 1962

Here Come the Bluebirds: Daily Rounds in Norwood-October 19, 1962 “Here come the bluebirds,” smiled an elderly Norwood resident as the town’s two visiting nurses arrived to help her out of bed. For many isolated seniors living alone, that warm greeting reflects a daily reality. As Mrs. Edwin Herig and Mrs. Marion O’Neil make their…
In The Service Now-October 19, 1945

McDonough Boys Win Discharges Two Norwood brothers recently discharged from the service are Sgt. Patrick McDonough and Pfc Joseph McDonough, sons of Mr and Mrs. William A McDonough of 333 Railroad Avenue. Sgt. Patrick McDonough entered the service in March. 1942. He received his training at Fort Meade, Maryland, and Camp Blanding, Fla. He served…