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POLO, CARMELO W. - Sergeant, Lynn Police Dept. Born Messina, Italy, Oct. 12, 1898. Son of Charles Polo and Mary Cutropia. Came to America in 1905, settling in Lynn. Educated in the public schools. Mem- ber of Lynn Police Dept. since March 27, 1925. Sergeant since Oct. 2, 1939. Pioneer Italian America in the Lynn police force. Married. Chil- dren: Mrs. Nina Carmody; Mrs. Elizabeth McGrath; and Frank. All have graduated from Lynn English High School. Mr. Polo is Veteran of U. S. Navy World War I. Member of Mass. Police Ass'n; Lynn Police Relief Ass'n; American Legion; and Italian World War Veterans. His father, came to America in 1899, settled in Lynn as shoe worker. Had the following children: Mrs. Catherine Borrelli; Carmelo W .; and Joseph, a shoe factory supt., who served in U. S. Navy World War I and in U. S. Navy World War II. Res .: 17 Penny Brook Rd., Lynn.
POMPEO, ANTHONY D. - Attorney-at-Law. Born Boston, Sept. 26, 1911. Son of Domenico Pompeo and Nancy Petraglia. Graduated from Medford High School in 1928 and Northeastern University School of Law
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in 1934, L.L.B. In general practice in Boston, Cambridge and Medford since 1935. Member of 1st District Court of Eastern Middlesex Bar Ass'n; Order Sons of Italy in America and president of Italian Union Club. Mar- ried Nora Bito of East Boston. One daughter, Antonia Diana, born Sept. 13, 1942. His father was born in Siano, Salerno, Italy. Came to America in 1900, settling in Boston, where he has since been in the tailoring busi- ness. Res .: 141 Wrentham St., Dorchester.
POMPEO, GIOVANNI-Conductor, Composer, Arranger, Director Studio of Musical Art-Symphony Chambers, 246 Huntington Ave., Boston. Born Sonnino, Rome, Italy. Son of Antonio Pompeo and Luigia Albano. Studied music in Italy. Came to America in 1922, settling in Boston, where he has since been teaching piano and voice. Formerly teacher of music at Phillips Andover Academy. Has conducted concerts at Boston Symphony Hall; Jordan Hall; Boston Opera House; Springfield Auditorium and other places throughout the state. In 1936 he conducted the premiere of "Il Maestro di Musica" Opera Buffa, in two acts being the bicentenary commemoration of the author Gianbattista Pergolesi. On May 26, 1940, Maestro Pompeo conducted a Premier of his own work, symphony "Resur- rectio." On Sept. 1936 he was called to conduct the 800 professional musicians in Cambridge, which was one of the largest musical festivals in America. 160 Highland St., Roxbury.
POMPEO, ROBERT-Conductor, Concert Pianist and Teacher of Piano- forte. Born Naples, Italy, July 17, 1916. Son of Maestro Giovanni Pompeo and Elvira Vacca. Began to study piano under his father at the age of seven. At eight he was guest artist with Pompeo's symphony in the Boston Symphony Hall, when he was baptized by musical critics as the "Little Paderowski" of America. Mr. Levine, critic of the Musical Courier called him "Master of the Key Board." Veteran U. S. Army as Captain Commander in Pacific, awarded six battle stars. Studio: 246 Huntington Ave., Boston. Res .: 10 Breed St., East Boston.
PONTRANDOLFO, MICHAEL VITO - (Better known as Randolph). Born East Boston, January 19, 1914. Son of Francesco and Rose Gian- cristiano. Graduated from East Boston High School and took extension courses at Harvard University. Salesman for Libby McNeill and Libby of Chicago, since 1945. Formerly in the food business. Married Carmen Sorrentino of East Boston, Sept. 7, 1936, a native of Buenos Aires, Argen- tina. Children: late Rose Marie and Frank Michael. Member: Order Sons of Itay; K. of C .; Moose; Fellsland Council District Commissioner Boy Scouts of America and honorary member, Citizen of Boystown of Nebraska. Former candidate for alderman of Medford and for State Senator. Active in civic and political affairs, especially in youth movements. His father was born at Santeramo in Colle, Bari, Italy, came to U. S. in 1908, set- tling in East Boston, where he has since been in the barber profession. Res. : 79 Aquavia Rd., Medford.
PONZO, CHARLES S .- Captain of his fishing boat. Born Boston, Nov. 27, 1915. Son of Joseph Ponzo and Grace Paluco. Graduated from the graded school and attended English High School. Married Petrina Russo of Boston, June 25, 1939, a graduate of Girls' High School. One daughter, Grace, born Dec. 11, 1942. Mr. Ponzo is active in civic and political affairs. Fond of baseball, football and travel. His father was born in Catania, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1895, settling in Boston, where he has been captain and proprietor of several well known fishing boats. Had 17 children of which the following eleven are now living: Joseph; Salva- tore; Anthony; Mary, married to Salvatore Ferito, a fisherman; Charles S .; Anna, married to Robert Mackon; Margaret, married to Robert Lynch; Domenick: Rose, married to Nunzio Fontana; Grace, married to Richard Pasquarelli; and Connie, last two are twins. Res .: 86 Holmes Ave., Dorchester.
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POPEO, VINCENT A .- Representative, Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. Born Bitritto, Bari, Italy, Aug. 19, 1895. Son of Biagio Popeo and Cos- tanza Morgese. Educated here and abroad. Came to U. S. in 1911. Lived in Maine. In Boston since 1919. In the service of Metropolitan Life Insurance Co., since 1930. · Married Esterina Giannasca of East Boston, Oct. 25, 1920. Children: Constance, graduate of Girls High school and Boston University School of Business Adm. in 1946, editor of "Hub" College year book, awarded two scholarships; Helen, graduated Girls High and Academie Moderne, is student of Boston University; James, Mary, Victor and Robert are students. Member K. C., Holy Name Society and St. Vincent DePaul Society. Fond of travel, art, photography, and music. His father came to U. S. in 1908, was prominent bass player, died in Boston in 1925. Had following children: Frank, a Marine bandmaster in Italy, Vincent A., and late Mrs. Angelina DiGiulio of East Boston. Res .: 545 Summer St., East Boston.
PORCARO, DOMENIC-Born Pietrastormina, Avellino, Italy, Jan. 16, 1887. Son of Giuseppe Porcaro and Carmela Iuliana. Educated in public schools in Italy. Came to U. S. in 1905, settling in Everett. In 1910 he returned to Italy and served in the Italian Turkish War. Married Con- sigìla Manganiello of his native town, Aug. 9, 1913. Returned to U. S. with his wife, settling in Canton. Children: Joseph, graduate St. John's High, attended Burdett College, is veteran U. S. Army in Europe, Africa, and Asia, with 9th and 12th Air Force, awarded the purple heart and bronze star; Mary, graduate St. John's High, married to Angelo J. Ionelli of U. S. Navy; Margaret, is married to Frederick Pegguri, a general con- tractor in Mattapan; Elvira, is dietician; Carmine, graduate Canton High, is veteran U. S. Army 8th Air Force, staff sgt .; Anna, graduate Canton High; George, graduate. Canton High, veteran U. S. Army in Europe 5th Army combat infantry badge private 1c .; Elena and Louis. Mr. Porcaro with his son Joseph, founded Italo Balbo Lodge Order Sons of Italy, where he has held all offices. Also member Italian Mutual Aid Society. Active in civic affairs and fond of landscape gardening, travel and grand opera. Res .: 148 Neponset St., Canton.
PORCARO, ERMINIO GIULIO-Born Pietrastormina, Avellino, Italy, Nov. 7, 1884. Son of Giuseppe Porcaro and Carmela Iuliana. Attended public school in his native town. Came to U. S. in 1903, settling in Ev- erett. Returned to Italy, where he married Assunta Porcaro in 1909. Following his return to U. S. the same year he lived in Canton and in Hyde Park for several years. In Everett since 1925. Children: Angela, married to Americo Rigucci; Josephine; Albert, veteran U. S. Army, mar- ried to Lillian Sorrenti; late Pellegrino, graduate Everett High, served U. S. Navy, survived two sinking ships in the Pacific, awarded purple heart and presidential citations; Louis, graduate Everett High, veteran U. S. Army in Europe, aviation engineer behind lines, awarded five battle stars; Victor, graduate Everett High, veteran U. S. Army in China, Burma and India, engineered battalion in clearing and building Lido-Burma road; Henry, graduate Everett High, veteran U. S. Navy in the Pacific, fought in the five major sea battles; Mary, graduate Everett High, is office secre- tary; Anna, attended Everett High. Mr. Porcaro is member Italo Balbo Club. Has following brothers: Domenic, late Pasquale, Albert and Alfred. Res .: 26 Wellington Ave., Everett.
PORCELLA, ALBERT EUGENE - President, Hirshberg & Son, Inc., furniture, floor coverings and household appliances, 29 Bennington St., East Boston. Born East Boston, April 17, 1911. Son of Anthony Porcella and Theresa Strocchio. Graduated: Chelsea High and Lincoln Preparatory School. In business since 1934. Married Elvira Sarni of Chelsea, Sept. 30, 1934, a graduate Chelsea High. Member: Boston Furniture Club; . National Retail Furniture Ass'n; Chairman, Merchants' Division of East
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Boston Board of Trade; Elks; Eagles; and Order Sons of Italy. Fond of baseball, football, travel and music. Hobby-boating and fishing. His father was born in Scisciano, Caserta, Italy. Came to U. S. in early 80's, was among the pioneer Italian American settlers of East Boston, where he engaged in construction work. Had the following children: Salvatore, in grocery business in Malden; Joseph, veteran U. S. Army World War I; late Alphonse, died in action U. S. Army World War I; Carrie, married to Joseph Cumarela; Madeline, married to Anthony Maffeo; Ralph, pro- + prietor, Deacon Motor Transportation of Boston; and Albert E. Res .: 191 Central Ave., Medford.
PORCELLA, LOUIS J. F .- Proprietor of Porcella Accordion Shop, 193 Hanover St., Boston. Born Montoggio, Genoa, Italy, March 13, 1882. Son of Felice Porcella and Teresa Gavuglio. Was brought to America in 1886 and educated in the Boston Public Schools. Learned the trade of making accordions from his father, who had come to America in 1878, and had established the first accordion shop in Boston in 1880. He was an out- standing accordionist and inventor of the brass mechanism in accordions. On his retiring from business in 1932, his son, Louis, succeeded him and has since been engaged in that field, being among the few in America to build accordions by hand and the first in the world to introduce aluminum plates in accordions. Mr. Porcella is married, has three children. Hobby, making violins. Res .: 35 Myrtle St., Boston.
PORCELLA, MICHAEL J .- Owner, Michael J. Porcella, Funeral Ser- vice, 10 N. Bennett St., Boston. Son of Stephen Porcella and Anna An- sarda. Established his funeral service in 1901. In 1906 he took over the funeral firm of Andrew A. Badaracco founded in 1891, oldest Italian American firm in Mass. Mr. Porcella married Clara M. Repetto, daughter of Domenic Repetto and Mary Bacigalupo, who came to America in 1864, settling in Boston. Children: Arthur S., born Jan. 1, 1902, reg. funeral director, associated with his father since 1918; Francis J., born March 6, 1905. graduate of College of the Holy Cross 1926, A.B., and of Harvard School of Bus. Adm. in 1928, M.B.A., in the insurance business; Joseph M., born Dec. 21, 1907, graduate of College of Holy Cross, 1928, A.B., and of Boston College Graduate School in 1930, A.M., teacher, now Lt. (j. g.) in U. S. Navy. Mr. Porcella is charter member of Revere Lodge of Elks; former pres. of Mass. Funeral Director's Ass'n; member, Liguria Society of Boston. His parents were born in Sara, Cicagna, Genoa, Italy. Came to America in 1871, settled in Boston. Res .: 140 Crest Ave., Beach- mont, Revere.
PORCELLA, RALPH PHIL-Proprietor, Deacon Motors General Trans., 60 Clinton St., Boston. Born Boston, Jan. 16, 1909. Son of An- thony Porcella and Theresa Strocchia. Graduated Chelsea High and at- tended Amherst College. In business since 1935. Married Ethel Fink of New York, Dec. 30, 1940, an accountant for Stal-Mayer Packing House of New York. One daughter, Nancy Theresa, born Oct. 8, 1942. Fond of base- ball, basketball, travel and music. Hobby, playing trumpet. His father was born in Caserta, Italy, came to U. S. in the late 70's, was among pioneer Italian American settlers of Boston, in the contracting and team business. Was an officer in the Italian Army. Has the following children: Samuel, a businessman in Malden; Joseph, associated with his brother Ralph; Mrs. Catherine Cumerella; Patsy, Baltimore Ohio R. R. engineer; Ralph Phil; and Albert, in furniture business in East Boston. Res .: 79 Hallron St., Hyde Park.
PORRECA, SEBASTIANO-Tonsorialist. Born Pettorano sul Gizio, Aquila, Italy, May 25, 1887. Son of Luigi Porreca and Gaetanina Cipolla. Attended public schools in Italy. Came to U. S. in 1900, settling in Bos- ton. Barber since 1905. Veteran U. S. Army, World War I. Married Maria Serri of Salerno, Italy, March 28, 1914. Children: Idillio (Eddie) graduate
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East Boston High and attended Franklin Institute, veteran U. S. Army in Europe, awarded three battle stars, married to Lillian Romeo; Nina, gradu- ate East Boston High and attended Boston Clerical School, private sec- retary at Filene's; Sylvia, graduate Medford High and Lowell State Teachers' College, former public school teacher, married to David H. Mahony; Gizio, graduate of Medford High and attended Quoddy Village Technical School, is government employee. Mr. Porreca is member Italian American Citizens Club of Somerville. His father came to U. S. in 1900, settled in Ohio, died in Italy, had the following children: Sebastiano; John; Mrs. Marietta Storlazzi; Linda; and Mrs. Josephine Rossetti. Res .: 9 Sharon St., W. Medford.
POTE, GUY S. - Proprietor, Pote Drug Store, 303 Washington St., Newton. Born Naples, Italy, Nov. 7, 1891. Son of Salvatore Pote and Gaetana La Magna. Was brought to America in 1895, settling in Boston. Graduated from Patrick School of Pharmacy in 1922. Registered pharm- acist since 1922. In business since 1923, and in Newton since 1933. Mar- ried Margaret E. Lyons of Chelsea, Oct. 19, 1913. Children: Marguarite, a graduate of Radcliffe College, 1942 (magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa), 1944, M.A., Museum of Fine Arts for five years on scholarship, received five scholarships while there, considered an outstanding artist; Doris, a graduate of Radcliffe in 1941, cum laude, is now secretary to General Kells of Boston Port of Embarkation; and Alma,, a student. His parents were natives of Naples, Italy. Came to America in 1895, settling in Boston. Res .: 240 Washington St., Belmont.
POTITO, DOMENICO-Physician. Born Boston, May 14, 1908. Son of Epifanio Potito and Margherita Fucillo. Graduated from East Boston High School in 1926; Tufts College in 1930, B.S., and Tufts College Medical School in 1933, M.D. Interne at New Brittain, Conn. General Hospital. In general practice of medicine in East Boston since 1934. On staff of Boston Dispensary. A diplomat of the National Board of Medical Examiners. Member of Mass. Medical Society. Fond of music, sports and chess. Hobby-photography. Married Leonora Bellusci of East Boston, Oct. 10, 1937, a former student of Boston University in practical arts. They have a son Donald Domenic and a daughter Lorita Janice. Dr. Potito's father was born in San Potito Ultra, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1902, settling in Boston, in the tailoring business for over 40 years. Office: 7 Central Sq. Res .: 14 Nancia St., East Boston.
POTITO, GEMMA J .- Stenographer, North Bennett St. Industrial School of Boston. Born Boston, Feb. 17, 1905. Daughter of Joseph Potito and Antoinette Marotta. Graduated: Girls' High School in 1922; special secre- tarial course at Pierce Secretarial School. In the service of the North Bennett St. Industrial School since 1923. Has helped to promote many social activities at the school and deeply interested in civic affairs of the neighborhood. Fond of tennis, hockey, moving pictures, comedies, travelling and music. Father, born Chiusano, San Domenico, Avellino, Italy, came to America in 1888, settling in Boston, engaged as tonsorialist for over 40 years. Res .: 16 Beach Rd., Revere.
POTO, ANTHONY LOUIS-Secretary of Stabile Bank and Trust Co., Boston. Born Boston, Oct. 14, 1895. Son of Louis Poto and Maddalena De Buerus. Graduated from Demmer Academy in 1913 and attended Trinity College of Hartford, where he was captain of varsity football team. Served in the U. S. Army during World War I as sergeant and saw service in France. Connected with the Stabile Bank and Trust Co., since 1919. Married Ada Fagnani of Boston, Nov. 20, 1919. Children: Albert, in service of U. S. Navy; and Loretta, a talented concert pianist. Mr. Poto is fond of all sports, travelling and music. His parents were born in Castelcivita, Salerno, Italy. Came to America in the late 70's, , settling in Boston, in the importing business for over 40 years. Res .: 220 Hanover St., Boston.
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POTO, EDWARD N .- Manager, Gloria Chain Store, 40 Cross St., Bos- ton. Born Somerville, Nov. 23, 1914. Son of Alfred Poto and Emilia Forlani. Educated in the public schools here and abroad. In the service of the Gloria Chain Stores since 1933, manager since 1936. Married Ida Scannapico of East Boston, June 30, 1936. One son, Anthony Frank, born Jan. 31, 1940. Fond of baseball, boxing, bowling and travel. His father was born in Castelcivita, Salerno, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1906, settling in Boston as food merchant. Had the following children: Ed- ward N .; Joseph, asst. mgr. of Gloria Chain Stores and Ovidio, who is in the service of Boston Elevated. Res .: 72 London St., East Boston.
POZZO, VICTOR-Proprietor, Canton Public Market, Washington St., Canton. Born Moncalvo Monferrato, Alessandria, Italy, Feb. 24, 1897. Son of Eugenio Pozzo and Carolina Gardano. Attended public schools here and abroad. Came to U. S. in 1913, settling in Canton. In business since 1921. Veteran U. S. Army in Europe World War I. Married San- tina Ottino, November 24, 1919. Children: Angela, graduate Canton High, is married to Robert Dalley; Gloria, graduate Canton High and Art School in Boston; Robert, graduate Canton High, is in the Merchant Marine Cadet School; and Ronald, is student. Mr. Pozzo is member of American Legion and trustee of the Canton Institute for Savings. Fond of travel, horseback riding and grand opera. Has a brother William, associated with him and a sister Mrs. Laura Periolato. Res .: Canton.
POZZO, WILLIAM-Brother to Victor, partner, Canton Public Market. Born Moncalvo Monferrato, Alessandria, Italy, May 17, 1900. Son of Eugenio Pozzo and Carolina Gardano. Veteran, Italian Army World War I, and fought in Albania. Came to U. S. in 1922, settling in Canton. Associated with the Canton Public Market since 1926. Married Calve Ottino of Canton. May 3, 1925, graduate Canton High. Children: Richard, graduate B. C. High, is in U. S. Navy; Laura, graduate St. John's High; Nancy and William Jr. Mr. Pozzo is lover of travel and music. Fond of hunting, fishing, horseback riding, and bocce playing. (See his brother Victor's sketch). Res .: 67 Lawrence St., Canton, Mass.
POZZUOLI, CAMILLO-Interior Decorator and Bookkeeper. Born Bel- lona, Naples, Italy, Jan. 1, 1900. Son of Louis Pozzuoli and Antonetta De Marco. Graduated from Technical High School in Italy. Came to U. S. in 1914, settling in Springfield, where he was connected with the Italian Consulate for five years as bookkeeper. Served in U. S. Army World War I and fought at Chateau-Thierry, Argonne Forest, St. Michael, and Lesle River. With the U. S. Army of occupation in Germany for six months. Member: American Legion. A former band musician (clarinettist). Fond of baseball, football, bowling, travel and grand opera. His father a town clerk and mayor of Bellona, Italy, had the following children: John, a physician and surgeon in Italy; Mrs. Mary Osborne; Mrs. Margaret La- gorio; Camillo; Mrs. Clarence Rucco; and Dino, who is in Italy. Res .: 31 Cliftondale St., Roslindale.
PRADERIO, NATALIE RITA-Teacher at Clinton High School. Born Clinton, Dec. 25, 1913. Daughter of Angelo Praderio and Matilda Peloli. Graduated: Clinton High in 1929 and Boston University in 1934, B.S. Teacher of Romance languages at Clinton High since 1938. First Amer- ican of Italian descent to teach in the Clinton High. Member: Pi Lambda Sigma Sorority; High School Teachers Club; Worcester County Teachers Association; Catholic Women's Club. Chairman of local Dramatic Com- mittee. Fond of golf, tennis, theatre, and travel. Hobby-playing the piano. Her father was born in the vicinity of Milano, Italy. Came to America in 1896, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Clinton, where he engaged in construction work. Had the following children: Charles; Marie, a graduate nurse, is Lt. in U. S. Nurse's Corps in Guam; Alice, married to private Stephens Colombo; Natalie Rita; William, a
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staff sergt. U. S. Army Air Corps (missing) ; Rose Madeline; Josephine, is a graduate of Kathleen Dell School; Anthony, is in U. S. Army Air Corps; and Paul Alfred. All are graduates of Clinton High School. Res .: 27 Beacon St., Clinton.
PRATO, REMO-Chef, Pioneer Hotel, Y. W. C. A. Born Cigliano, Ver- celli, Italy, Aug. 16, 1905. Son of Joseph Prato and Maddalena Bobba. Educated in the elementary and high school of Turin, Italy. Came to America in 1922. Married Madeline Orlandella of Newton Center, April 28, 1935. Children: Josephine, Carole, Remo Jr. In the service of Pioneer Hotel since 1942. Formerly of Manger Hotel. Fond of hunting, bowling, golf, travelling and opera. Res .: 123 Warren St., Newton Center.
PRESTERA, FRANK-Lawyer. Born Missanello, Potenza, Italy, June 20, 1894. Son of John Prestera and Theresa Pepe. In America since 1907. Graduated from Uxbridge graded and high schools, and Suffolk University Law School in 1921, L.L.B. In general practice of law in Uxbridge and Whitinsville since 1921. Veteran U. S. Army World War I; Director and Attorney, Uxbridge Cooperative Bank; Attorney for Blackstone National Bank; one of the inc. of Uxbridge Savings Bank; served on town finance committee for six years. Member: selective service board; secty. perma- nent war membership committee; former commissioner of Industrial Acci- dent Dept .; member of American Legion, Rotary Club, Eagles, Elks, "40 and 8", N. E. Order of Protection, and Italian American Club. Active in civic and political affairs. Married Jeanette Van Eynde of Re- vere, April 26, 1924. Attorney Prestera's father who came to America in 1902, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Uxbridge. Had the following children: Frank, Nicholas, Anthony, Mary and Jioviana. Res .: 30 Homeward St., Uxbridge.
PREVITALI, MARIO LEONE-Proprietor of Rip Van Winkle Restau- rant, 611 North St., Pittsfield. Born Capizzone, Bergamo, Italy, Nov. 22, 1883. Son of Joseph Previtali and Eufenia Fontana. Educated in the elementary and high schools in Martinengo, Italy. Came to America in 1903, settling in Boston, where he worked as chef in several hotels. In restaurant business in Pittsfield since 1929. Former chef at Hotel Wen- dell for seven years. Married Mary Duchini of Boston, Nov. 14, 1909. Children: Vivian Josephine, graduate of Pittsfield High School and St. Rose College of Albany N. Y., employed at U. S. Employment Dept. of Pittsfield since 1939; and Richard, graduate of Pittsfield High School, now in U. S. Army. Member: Elks, International Steward Assoc., Chef De Quesine of America Assoc. Has two brothers in New York, Dante and Leone, and a sister, Mrs. Pedritto Gabalio of Sagno, Switzerland. Res .: 389 Cheshire Rd., Pittsfield.
PREVITE, ALBERT S .- Proprietor, Albert S. Previte Inc., florist, 788 Essex St., Lawrence. Born San Pietro, Messina, Italy, June 9, 1898. Son of Antonio Previte and Maria Luna. Came to America in 1902. Lived in Pennsylvania and Boston. In business since 1928. Married Rosaria Amante of Boston, Oct. 8, 1922. Children: (late) Mary; Anthony, asso- ciated with his father in business, is in U. S. Marines; Albert Jr .; Joseph and Robert. Mr. Previte is member of Florists Telegraph Delivery Asso- ciation, Eagles, and Elks. Fond of hunting, fishing, the study of law, art, travel and music. His father came to America in 1900. Had the follow- ing children: Albert, Joseph, Domenic, Mrs. Carmela Carroa, Peter, Mrs. Anna Venuti, Mrs. Florence Rizzo, and Frank. Res .: 20 Greenwood St., Lawrence.
PREVITE, DOMENIC A .- Proprietor, Catania Importing Co., 57-59 Leverett St., Boston. Born Boston, Nov. 18, 1912. Son of Antonio Previte and Rosa Basile. Educated here and abroad. Married Angelina Basile of Lynn. Children: Anthony, Rose, Joseph, and Domenic Jr. Mr. Previte is fond of all sports. Active in civic affairs. His father was born in San Pier Niceto, Messina, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1900, settling in Bos --
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