FIRST GRADERS—Among the first graders reporting to the Callahan School yesterday morning for the opening of the schools were Shirley Hemmer, Ellen Marie Rose and Mary Susan Gerulskis, left to right. They are greeted by their teacher, Miss Mary Duffy. (Eugene McLean Photci
THIS DAY IN NORWOOD HISTORY
Lithuanian Club Closed After Ceiling Collapses-This Day In Norwood History-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-This Day In Norwood History-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-This Day In Norwood History-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-This Day In Norwood History-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.
Talk Of The Town-July 6, 1889
A chaotic post‑Fourth week in Norwood brings a 19‑7 ball‑field thrashing, runaway horse disasters, and a ban on foot‑powered sidewalk speedsters.
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