This Day In Norwood History-October 25

This Day In Norwood History-October 25

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In Memoriam-James R. Savage

James R. Savage Sr. retired Superintendent of the Norwood Public Schools, died Oct. 25, at Faulkner Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. He was 84. He was the beloved husband of Catherine “Kay” (Jennings), treasured father of James Savage, Jr. of Hunt Valley, MD, Steve Savage, Dr. Mary Savage Brown, Cathy Savage-Eysie and father in…
Origin of Norwood Names-James R. Savage Educational Center

James Savage held various titles throughout his life, including superintendent, principal, vice principal, veteran, and coach, and left a lasting impact on the educational community. He and passed away on Friday, October 25, 2013 at the age of 84. The James R. Savage Educational Center was named in his honor. In 1947, Savage earned the…
Norwood Mustangs Rout Braintree 48-19 Behind Dominant Rushing Attack Led by Mike Young and Greggory Wahhab-October 25, 2003

After falling behind early, the Norwood High School football team scored 41 unanswered points, powered by Mike Young’s 223 rushing yards and three touchdowns, to defeat Braintree 48-19.
Norwood Mustangs Overcome Slow Start and Four Turnovers to Defeat Braintree-October 25, 1993

Paced by Eric Deshiro’s 130 rushing yards and a late touchdown run by Mike Pender, the Norwood Mustangs overcame four turnovers to defeat Braintree 21-13.
Landmark Town Square Diner Heavily Damaged in Early Morning Kitchen Fire-October 25, 1989

A kitchen fire sparked by a faulty refrigerator motor heavily damaged the Town Square Diner on Nahatan Street, a downtown Norwood landmark owned by George Karafotias for 35 years.
Norwood High School Mustang Marching Band Captures Sixth Consecutive State Title-October 25, 1979

The Norwood High School Mustang Marching Band wins its sixth consecutive Class AAAA state championship at Cawley Stadium following a busy weekend featuring a Billerica invitational and a pre-game performance at Schaefer Stadium.
Retiring DPW Superintendent Nicholas Joseph Reflects on 32 Years of Municipal Service in Norwood-October 25, 1979

After 32 years of managing Norwood’s infrastructure, DPW Superintendent Nicholas Joseph is retiring, leaving behind a legacy of fiscal prudence and hands-on municipal leadership.
William J. Plasko Wins Special Election for Board of Selectmen While Incumbents Survive School Committee Recall-October 25, 1978

Town Moderator William J. Plasko handily won election to the Board of Selectmen in a special election, while school committee incumbents William F. Egan and Joseph M. Pentowski successfully beat back recall challenges.
Kline’s Manager Norm Treckman Predicts Trend Back to Downtown Shopping-October 25, 1977

Led by manager Norm Treckman, Kline’s department store is doubling its retail footprint on Washington Street by expanding into the former Woolworth’s building, betting on a downtown retail revival.