Norwood history was moving fast on this day! Looking back, there are a couple of snippets of daily town life, a couple of baseball action, and some back-to-school updates. Here is a look at the lineup:
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American Legion Wins Regional Title, Advances to World Series-September 1, 1987
Channeling the spirit of miraculous underdog victories, the Norwood American Legion baseball team captured the Northeast Regional Championship in Manchester, N.H., earning the right to represent the Northeast in the Legion World Series in Stevens Point, Wis. Dramatic Doubleheader Sweep in Manchester Playing through extreme exhaustion after winning two doubleheaders in as many days, Norwood…
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Record Field of Twelve Candidates File Nomination Papers for Selectman Special Election-September 1, 1976
An unprecedented field of 12 candidates officially submitted nomination papers by the 5:00 p.m. filing deadline, setting the stage for a crowded October 5 special election to fill the Board of Selectmen vacancy created by the August 6 death of Charles L. Rich. Political observers noted that this exceptionally large roster may establish a local…
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Popular Patrolman Uno Carlson Bids Farewell After 35 Years-September 1, 1976
After 35 years of dedicated service to the Norwood Police Department—including 20 years patrolling the downtown business district on foot—64-year-old Patrolman Uno Carlson is officially hanging up his badge. To mark his retirement, Carlson was honored by both his fellow officers and the local merchants he protected for decades. During a special retirement party held…
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Simoni’s Flowers Unveils Major Rebuilding Plans for Route 1 Nursery and Greenhouse-September 1, 1976
Representatives of Simoni’s Flowers, Inc., located at 277 Providence Highway (Route 1), appeared before the Board of Appeals to outline an ambitious plan to demolish most of the existing structures on their 26-acre commercial site and construct a modern nursery, greenhouse, salesroom, and parking facility. Rebuilding Plans and Zoning Hurdles Although Simoni’s has operated on…
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Roll Land Hangs On-This Day in Norwood History-September 1, 1976
Except for its own sign out front, the Roll-Land roller skating rink along the commercial jungle known as Route 1 looks much as it did years ago when it opened. Original part-owner John Santoro still takes tickets at the door; a huge organ console pumps out old standards; colored Lights illuminate the well-traveled boards and…
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Appeals Board Grants Variances for New St. George’s Greek Orthodox Church Building-September 1, 1976
The Board of Appeals unanimously granted two crucial building variances to St. George’s Greek Orthodox Church on Atwood Avenue, paving the way for the demolition of the aging existing structure and the construction of a modern church facility. Variance Details and Fire Safety Approvals The approved variances address specific spatial and regulatory requirements for the…
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$1.8 Million in Major Traffic and Safety Improvements Recommended-September 1, 1972
Comprehensive Traffic and Safety Overhaul Recommended for Norwood in Final Federal TOPICS Report A comprehensive and exhaustive final engineering report, recently delivered to local town selectmen, has outlined a sweeping, multi-faceted proposal to dramatically overhaul Norwood’s municipal road network, upgrade intersection safety, and alleviate escalating vehicular congestion throughout the community. Prepared by the prominent Chestnut…
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Norwood High Football Coach Art Gulla Scraps “Iron Men” Two-Way System-September 1, 1965
Norwood High School’s football team is officially dropping its trademark “iron men” strategy. Following the first two practices of the preseason, Coach Art Gulla disclosed that he has abandoned last year’s system of keeping the same 11 players on the field for both offense and defense, opting instead to build tactical depth. “We have a…
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Insurance Office Manager Winner Of Debs’ New Car-September 1, 1965
Insurance Office Manager Winner Of Debs’ New Car-This Day In Norwood History-September 1, 1965
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Debonnaires Hold Championship Banner-September 1, 1965
This Day In Norwood History-September 1, 1965-Debonnaires Hold Championship Banner
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