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RUFO, DONATO - General Construction Conrtactor, 1 Allen Road, Brighton. Born San Donato, Frosinone, Italy, April 30, 1896. Son of Angelo Rufo and Luigia Cellucci. Educated in the elementary schools of his native town. Came to America in 1909, settling in Boston. In the contracting business since 1920, specializing in road construction. Mar- ried Blanche Perruzzi of Worcester, April 21, 1919. Children: Ada (How- ard College); Daniel (Northeastern School of Engineering, now in U. S. Navy) ; Robert (U. S. Army), died April 5, 1945; John (U. S. Marines) ; Barbara, attending St. Joseph's Academy; and Dolores (a student). Mem- ber: B. P. O. E. and president of Italian American Civic Club of Brighton. His father, who came to U. S. in 1900, was also in the construction field.
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RUGGERI, SEBASTIAN M .- Attorney-at-Law. Born Bauso, Messina, Italy, Jan. 15, 1895. Son of Matthew Ruggeri and Grace Papalia. Came to America in 1903, settling in South Boston. Education: Boston Eng- lish High School, Burdette College, Suffolk University School of Law, 1923, L.L.B. In general practice in Boston since 1924. Member of Mass. and Federal bars; The Mass. Italo-American Bar Ass'n; K. of C .; Inde- pendent Order Sons of Italy of Dorchester. Married Christine MacDonald of Boston, Oct. 12, 1928. Children: Francis and Donald. Attorney Rug- geri's father was born in Bauso, Messina, Italy. Came to America in 1896, settling in South Boston, where he engaged in the shoe rebuilding busi- ness for 40 years. Office: 73 Tremont St., Boston. Res .: 489 Broadway, So. Boston.
RUGGERO, LOUIS-Businessman. Born Lipari, Messina, Italy, May 17, 1885. Son of Biagio Ruggero and Margherita Merlino. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1898, settling in Boston. Partner in the Caradonna Packing Co. of Boston since 1933. Married Florence Barbera of Boston, May 10, 1908. Children: Mrs. Mar- gareta Curcio, and Francis, a graduate of Northeastern University Chem- ical Engineering, Lt. in the U. S. Army, World War II. Mr. Ruggero is fond of baseball, boxing, bowling, fishing, travelling, a lover of music and former champion dancer. His father, a native of Lipari, Italy, had six children. Office: 62 No. Washington St., Boston. Res .: 12 Boston Ave., West Medford.
RUGGIERO, CARMINE-Proprietor, Ruggiero Laundry, 301 Border St., East Boston. Born Boston, June 9, 1909. Son of Joseph Ruggiero and Francesca Di Masa. Educated in the public schools. In the laundry business since 1932. Owner of one of the largest laundries in East Bos- ton. Married Josephine De Santis of Boston, June 19, 1933, a graduate of East Boston High School, magnus cum laude, and valedictorian of her class. Children: Francine, Lois and Virginia. Member: Progressive Club of East Boston. Fond of sports, travelling and grand opera. His father was born in Airola, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1900, settling in East Boston. Mother, a native of province of Benevento.
RUGGIERO, FRANK-Born Cairano, Avellino, Italy, April 1, 1891. Son of Leone Ruggiero and Maria Scoca. Educated in public schools of his native town. Served in the Tripolitania war. Came to America in 1902, later returned to Italy. Returned to America in 1914, settling in Pittsfield, Mass. Served in U. S. Army, World War I in France. In the service of St. Luke's Hospital since 1935. Formerly with General Electric Co. for 14 years. Married Rose Chiodo of Pittsfield, Nov. 5, 1924. One daughter, Geraldine Claire, graduate of Pittsfield High School. Member: American Legion, Elks, Faccioli Club, Mt. Carmel Society, Order Sons of Italy in America. Fond of baseball, movies and classical music. His father came to America in 1891, was among pioneer Italian American settlers of Pittsfield, and worked at Country Club for 40 years. Had fol- lowing children: Frank, Lawrence, John, Salvatore and Bridget. Res .: 72 Elm St., Pittsfield.
RUGGIERI, JOHN F .- Proprietor, Northend Meat Market, 501 Med- ford St., Somerville. Born East Boston, June 24, 1902. Son of Anthony Ruggieri and Assunta Tomeo. Graduated from Eliot School and from High School of Commerce. In business since 1920. Married Filomena Cefalo of Medford, Feb. 14, 1933. Children: Susanne, Gloria, Anthony, Joanne and Phyllis. Member: Merchant Credit Assoc., and Order Sons of Italy. Active in civic and political affairs. Favorite sports baseball, football, boxing. Lover of travel and music. His father was born in Vietro Sul Mare, Salerno, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1898, settling in Boston as tonsorialist. Had the following children: John F., of this book and Mrs. Rose Talamona. Res .: 42 George St., Medford.
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RUGO, JOSEPH FREDERICK-Contractor. Born Boston, March . 22, 1901. Son of Joseph Rugo and Maria Bidoli. Graduated from English High School. In the contracting business since 1922. Married Mary Daniels of Boston, June 18, 1924. One son, Joseph III., a graduate of New York Military Academy, is Lt. in U. S. Army overseas. Mr. Rugo's father was born in Tramonti di Mezzo, Belluno, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1899, settling in Boston, where he established his contracting business, now carried on by his sons. The firm employs over 800 men and does an average annual business of nearly $2,000,000 a year. He had the following children: Guido L., married to Beatrice V. McCue; Joseph Frederick; Leonard P., married to Letitia Perry; Mrs. Amelia Terrananzi; Mrs. Edith Monofo; and Mrs. Anna Volanti. Res .: 36 Hinckley Rd., Milton.
RUSCETTA, ANTONIO J .- Salesman. Born Pittsfield, Dec. 8, 1903. Son of Joseph Antonio Ruscetta and Lucia Caparrella. Graduated from Pittsfield Public Schools. Has taken special courses as draftsman. Sales- man for P. Lorillard Co. since 1934. Married Anna De Marco of North Adams, June 15, 1925. One daughter, Lucille Theresa, born Nov. 30, 1932. Member of Beneficienza Lodge Order Sons of Italy in America and ex-venerable for five years, now grand trustee of Mass. Grand Lodge; chairman of local Italian service men's shrine committee. Member of Faccioli Club and the first Italian American altar-boy at Mt. Carmel Church. His father, a native of Pico, Frosinone, Italy, came to America in 1890, settling in Pittsfield. In shoe repairing field for 40 years. Had following children: Antonio, Maria, Palma, Carlo and Celia. Res .: 220 Fenn St., Pittsfield.
RUSCETTA, JOHN B .- Proprietor of Jack's Shoe Shop, 26 Eagle St., Pittsfield. Born Pico, Frosinone, Italy, March 3, 1880. Son of Bernardo Ruscetta and Maria Luisa Valente. Educated in his native town and in Naples, where he learned shoe making and studied music. Played clarinet in prominent bands in Naples. Came to America in 1903, settling in Pittsfield. In business since 1914. Married late Vittoria Bianchi of Pico, Italy, in 1901. Children: Bernard, graduate of Pittsfield High School, now in U. S. Navy; and Elena, graduate of Pittsfield High School. Mar- ried second time to Regina Trombini of Pittsfield, May 27, 1922. One son, Joseph Victor, graduate of Pittsfield High, a musician, now in U. S. Navy. Member of Order Sons of Italy in America. Mr. Ruscetta has a brother, Leopold, in shoe business in East Weymouth and another brother, Gennaro, living in Naples, Italy. Res .: Pittsfield.
RUSSO, AMERIGO-Instructor of Modern Languages. Born Waltham, Feb. 7, 1914. Son of Luigi Russo and Giovanna Zancherlin. In Spring- field since 1916. Graduated from Classical High School in 1932; Amer- ican Int. College in 193/6, B.A., Boston College Graduate School in 1937, M.A., in Romance Languages. Special courses at Northeastern University and at Columbia University. Teacher of Romance Languages in Spring- field public schools since 1938. Married Angelina Pio of Springfield, Jan. 23, 1943. Mr. Russo is member of Order Sons of Italy and of A. I. C. Alumni Assoc. Fond of baseball, football, basketball, reading, the arts, travelling and music. His father was born in Chiusano di San Domenico, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1907, settling in Springfield, where he engaged in business for over 30 years. Had the following children: Amerigo of above sketch and Italo, a linotypist on Springfield Republican newspaper. Res .: 272 Dwight St., Extension, Springfield.
RUSSO, REV. ARMANDO CARMINE - Curate, St. Anthony's Church, North Adams. Born Worcester, June 7, 1919. Son of Paolo Russo and Marianna Caradente. Graduated from Sacred Heart Academy in 1937; studied philosophy at Vescovile Seminary of Pordenone, Udine, Italy for three years; studied theology at Grand Seminary, Montreal, Canada for four years. Ordained at St. Michael's Cathedral of Springfield, by Right
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Rev. Bishop Thomas Mary O'Leary, June 3, 1944. Rev. Russo's father was born in Qualiano, Naples, Italy. Mother, a native of Marana, Naples, Italy. Came to America in 1902, settling in Worcester. Had the follow- ing children: Philomena; Anthony, in U. S. Navy; Armando of this sketch; and Irene, graduate of Sacred Heart Academy, honor student, winner of O'Leary medal. Rectory: 100 Holden St., No. Adams.
RUSSO, BIAGIO-Proprietor, Russo Variety Store, 452 Main St., Mal- den. Born Malfa, Messina, Italy, Oct. 18, 1886. Son of Joseph Russo and Maria Butta. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1901, settling in Malden. In business since 1908. Married Flora Thorian of Hudson, Mass., Dec. 17, 1914. Children: Rinaldo J., a graduate of Malden High School and attended St. John's College of Dan- vers, served in U. S. Army, World War II for eight months; William, a graduate of Malden High School, now serving in U. S. Army; Earl, a graduate of Malden High School, now serving as quartermaster in U. S. Army; Doris Marie, a graduate of Malden High School, married to Mario Rotondi of Melrose. Mr. Russo is member of I. O. O. F. Visited Italy in 1906. Fond of baseball, art and music. Res .: 130 Linden Ave., Malden.
RUSSO, CARLO PAOLO-Proprietor, Russo Art Studio, 353 Moody St., Waltham. Born Durazzano, Benevento, Italy, June 22, 1879. Son of Biagio Russo and Caterina Piscitelli. Educated in the Technical School of Caserta and served in the Italian Army. Was also alderman of the town of Riardo, Italy. Came to America in 1902. Photographer in Wor- cester and Boston for 26 years. Studio in Waltham since 1930. Married Disalvo Calogera of Boston, Dec. 25, 1914. Children: Biagio, in U. S. Army; Catherine, bookkeeper for her father; Salvatore, is photographer and Henry; all graduates of Waltham High School; and James, Charles, and Michael, graduates of St. John's Preparatory School of Danvers. Mr. Russo is member of Mass. Photographers' Assoc., and Chamber of Com- merce. Has two sisters: Caterina and Antonetta, living in Italy. Res .: 318 Newton St., Waltham.
RUSSO, CAROLINA- Proprietor, Carol Russo Millinery Shoppe, 453 Washington St., Boston, specializing in individual designing, custom made millinery and bridal veiling. Formerly of Coleman's Fashion Shop for eight years. Miss Russo was born in Concord, N. H., March 26, 1911. Daughter of Lorenzo Russo and Angelina Cincotti. Graduated from St. Mary's High of Melrose and studied millinery at MacDowell School in Boston. Member and former president Eolian Women's Club of Boston. Favorite sports, horseback riding, swimming, travel. Her father was born in Malfa Salina in the Eolian Islands, Messina, Italy. Came to U. S. in the early 90's, was among the pioneer Italo-American settlers of Mel- rose as fruit merchant and realtor. Had the following children: Nancy, Carolina, John, Anthony, Josephine, Susan, Mary and Lawrence. Res .: 47 Waverly Ave., Melrose.
RUSSO, DOMENIC JOHN - Funeral Director and Embalmer, Junior partner in the Joseph Russo and Bros., 42 Green St., Boston. Born Au- gusta, Siracusa, Italy, Dec. 29, 1908. Son of Domenico Russo and Giuseppina Romeo. Came to U. S. in 1914. Educated in Boston Graded and High Schools. Graduated New England Institute of Anatomy and Embalming. In above business since 1930. Married Mary Russo of Ev- erett, July 20, 1931. Children: Josephine, born Aug. 11, 1933 and Vir- ginia, born Feb. 24, 1937. Member: Independent Order Sons of Italy; and Mass. Funeral Directors and Embalmers Association. Fond of box- ing, baseball and travel. His father came to U. S. in late '90, settling in Boston, in fruit and produce business. Had the following children: late James; Joseph; Domenic J .; Mrs. Carmela Circo; Matthew; and Mrs. Margaret Bellestri. Res .: 52 Pearl St., Everett.
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RUSSO, FELIX ANGELO-Businessman and Teacher of Romance Lan- guages. Born Salina Islands, Italy, April 12, 1890. Son of Angelo Russo and Pirera Angela. At age of eight went to South America with his father, where he remained for six years, returned to Italy for a year. Came to U. S. in 1905, settling in Boston. Served in U. S. Army during peace and war. Struggling alone, devoted his spare time to education. Studied at Valparaiso University, Tufts College, Boston University and Harvard Summer School. Author of numerous articles, poems, and songs, etc., many of which have appeared in books, magazines and newspapers. Has written six songs, "Salina" and "Marching to Berlin and to Tokyo", are now on sale. "Eolian Isles", "Panchita", etc. Mr. Russo is active in civic affairs. Fond of outdoor life, travel, reading, art, and music. Hobby -looking forward to greater achievements. Res .: 7 Leonard Rd., Melrose.
RUSSO, FRANK HENRY-Dentist. Born Boston, Oct. 1, 1898. Son of James Russo and Angela Ciccolo. Graduated: Mechanic Arts High; Colby Academy in 1918; Tufts Dental School, cum laude, in 1925, D.M.D. In general practice in Dorchester since 1925. Married Alice M. O'Donoghue of Everett, June 18, 1928, a graduate of Boston Clerical School. Children: Jane and Frank Jr. Dr. Russo served in U. S. Army, Harvard Unit World War I. Member of American Legion; local, state and national dental associations. Active in civic affairs. Fond of all sports. Lover of travel and music. His father was born in Santo Stefano, Messina, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1890, settling in Boston. Had the following children: Joseph, engineer; Frank; Mrs. Lillian Di Sisto; Mrs. Mary Landi; late Jennie McKeon; and Mrs. Flora MacDonald. Office: 629 Washington St., Dor- chester. Res .: SS Reedsdale Rd., Milton.
RUSSO, FRED FELIX-Special Investigator Veterans' Aid and Pension of Somerville. Born Boston, Feb. 6, 1894. Son of Francis Dello Russo and Marianna Candelli. Education: Eliot School of Boston, Somerville High School. In the service of Somerville Veterans' Aid since 1932. Past Commander of Geo. Dilboy Post 529, Veterans of Foreign Wars; State Athletic Officer of V. F. W .; and Disabled American Veterans. Served in World War I as sergeant and saw service in France. One of Boston's best known sports announcers. Fond of baseball, hockey, and since 1921, has promoted some of the biggest amateur boxing tournaments in New England. Married, one daughter, Marion M. His father, born in Chiusano, Avellino, Italy, came to America in 1892, settling in Boston, where he engaged in the contracting field. Res .: 40 Trull St., Somerville.
RUSSO, GUY JOSEPH - Head of Commercial Dept., Lancaster High School. Born Fitchburg, March 19, 1907. Son of Andrew Russo and Teresa Alessi. Graduated from Fitchburg High School, 1924; Stevens Business College, 1925; Fitchburg Teachers College, 1929; Bridgewater Teachers College, 1932, B.S. in Ed. Teacher at Lancaster High School since 1941. Formerly teacher in the Fitchburg Evening High School for 10 years. Also partner in the Russo Bros. Shoe Store. Married An- gelina Oteri of So. Boston, Aug. 10, 1941. Mr. Russo is president of Lan- caster Teachers Assoc., secretary of Cleghorn Businessmen's Association. Member: K. of C., former secretary Italian American Citizens' Club ward two. Active in civic affairs. His father was born in Castanea delle Furie, Messina, Italy. Came to America in 1902, settling in Fitchburg, where he was in the service of City Water Dept. Had the following children: Guy J., John A., industrial engineer at Simonds Saw and Steel Co., Theodore, assistant to the plant engineer of the Hedstrom Union Co. Res .: 68 Clarendon St., Fitchburg.
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RUSSO, JAMES H .- Assistant Manager, Marine Dept. of Boston Ins- surance Co. Born Boston, Sept. 26, 1903. Son of Francesco Russo and Marion Candella. Graduated from Somerville High School in 1921 and took business courses at Burdett College and at Bryant and Stratton.
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Connected with above Co. since 1921, being the first Italo-Amercian of Boston to enter this Company. Mr. Russo is also an otustanding musi- cian, leader of his own orchestra, having appeared throughout New Eng- land and featured at stations WEEI and at Yankee Network. Married Helen Marie Austin of Somerville, Nov. 6, 1929. One son, James Francis. Father, born in Cusano, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1892, set- tling in Boston, where he engaged in construction work. Office: 87 Kilby St., Boston. Res .: 23 Suffix St., Medford.
RUSSO, JAMES J .- Proprietor, James J. Russo Service Station, 225 Cambridge St., Boston. Born Chelsea, Feb. 28, 1910. Resident of West- end of Boston since 1911. Son of Luigi Russo and Patrina Giordano. Educated in the Parochial Schools. In business since 1941. Formerly gasoline attendant for 12 years. Married Louise Cherrington of Boston, April 12, 1930. Children: Louis, Patrina and Eileen. Mr. Russo is active in civic and political affairs and fond of all sports. His parents were born in vicinity of Messina, Italy, came to U. S. in 1900, settling in Boston. Had the following children: Mary, married to Daniel Curtis; John, oil dealer, is veteran U. S. Army World War II, married to Helen MacDonald, they have the following seven children: Patrina, Ellen, John, Marguerite, Louis, Theresa, and Geraldine; James J .; Genevieve, married to George De Meo; Patrina, married to Charles S. Ponzo; Theresa, married to Charles C. Spagnola, a registered pharmacist. Res .: 60 Chamber St., Boston.
RUSSO, JOHN-Proprietor, Russo Auto Service, 227 Salem St., Med- ford. Born Barre, Vt., May 6, 1911. Son of Lawrence Russo and An- gelina Cincotta. Educated in the Melrose Public Schools. In business since 1942. Married Santina Perrella of Medford, April 2, 1933. Mem- ber of Winter Hill Yacht Club. His father was born in Malfa, Salina Islands, Messina, Italy. Came to America in 1902, settling in Boston, where he engaged in real estate. Had the following children: Mrs. Nancy Lopez; Carolina; John; Anthony, a mechanic; Josephine, married to Lieut. Carlo Giuffre; Susie, a graduate of Melrose High School; Lawrence Jr., serving in U. S. Merchant Marine; and Mary, a graduate of Melrose High, School. Res .: 29 Frederick Ave., Medford.
RUSSO, JOHN E .- Proprietor, Russo's-Hair Stylist, 1229 Center St., Newton Center. Born Boston, July 5, 1906. Son of Anthony Russo and Rosaria Trifiro. Graduated from High School of Commerce in 1924. Studied the art of beautician in Boston and New York. In business since 1928. Married Mary Elizabeth Melo of Boston, Dec. 6, 1925. Children: A. John, Robert W., Edward J., Johanna Marie, and Peter Lawrence. Mr. Russo is member of Puttingham Civic Assoc. Fond of baseball, football, fishing, travelling, and opera. His father was born in vicinity of Messina, Italy. Came to America in 1898, settling in Boston. Mother born same place. Res .: 204 Langley Pl., Chestnut Hill, Brookline.
RUSSO, JOSEPH-Insurance Representative. Born Termini Imerese, Pelermo, Italy, April 13, 1888. Son of Angelo Michele Russo and Filo- mena Mangione. Attended public schools in Italy. Came to U. S. in 1901, settling in Boston. Graduated from English High and Suffolk University Law School. Graduate courses at Boston University. In the service of the Metropolitan Life Insurance Co., since 1917, where he is member of the Veterans' Association of the Company. His favorite sport is baseball. Married Mary E. Macchiavelli of Boston, Dec. 29, 1920, a gradaute of Burdette College. Children: Michael and Joseph, twins, graduates of Medford High, both served in U. S. forces World War II; Anna Maria, graduate Medford High and Fisher's Business College; Rita Filomena, also graduate Medford High and Fisher's Business College. Mr. Russo is active in civic and political affairs. Has the following brothers and sisters: late Francesco; Agostino; Antonino; Mrs. Adriana Locicero and Mrs. Maria Scarpaci of Italy. Res .: 48 Hancock St., Medford.
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RUSSO, JOSEPH - Proprietor, J. Ross and Sons Barber Shop and Pool Room, 194 Cambridge St., Boston. Born Messina, Italy, Dec. 3, 1883. Son of Antonino Russo and Concetta Barbera. Came to U. S. in 1892, settling in Boston. Educated here and abroad. In business since 1898, among the pioneer Italian American businessmen in the west end of Boston. Married Josephine Bonaparte of Cambridge, Nov. 19, 1905. Children: Anthony, graduate English High School, is married to An- toinette Pesano; Joseph, graduate Boston Trade School, is married to Therese Minichieli; and Mary, married to Arthur Holdried. Mr. Russo is member of Foresters. Fond of bowling, travel and music. Active in civic affairs. Has a brother Larry, and two sisters, Catherine and Lillian. Res .: 31 McLane St., Boston.
RUSSO, LEO-Owner, New System Barber Shop and Beauty Parlor, 1643 Washington St., Boston. Born Marsala, Trapani, Italy, Feb. 11, 1889. Son of Leonardo Russo and Antonina Genna. Attended public school in his native town, where he learned the barber trade, served in the Italian African War of 1911. Came to U. S. in 1921, settling in Boston. In the barber business since 1922. Married Vincenza Dantoni of his native town, Feb. 17, 1914. Member of various organizations. Fond of hunting, fishing, travel, and music. Has the following brothers and sisters: Nicholas, of Detroit, Michigan, married to Anna Costa; Salvatore of Dorchester, married to Isabella Giacalone; Giovanni, married to Nar- dina Genna; Gnazio; Mrs. Rosa Rallo and Gnazia. Res .: 8 Bruce St., Dorchester.
RUSSO, JOSEPH- Proprietor of Joseph Russo Funeral Home, 42 Green St., Boston. Born Augusta, Siracusa, Italy, Dec. 6, 1905. Son of Domenico Russo and Josephine Romeo. Came to America in 1914, settling in Bos- ton, where he was educated in the public schools. In the funeral business since 1926. City councillor since 1939, being the first Italo-American of Boston to be so elected from the 3rd ward. Married Anita DiMare of Boston, Dec. 1, 1929. Children: Josephine, Domenic and Vincent. Mem- ber: American Funeral Directors Ass'n; supreme treasurer of Independent Order Sons of Italy; the K. of C .; Sons of Italy Lodge; Bella Sicilia So- ciety; Augusta Fraternal Ass'n .; Sicilian Vespers. Plays the saxophone, mandolin and banjo. Res .: 42 Green St., Boston.
RUSSO, JOSEPH D .- Proprietor, Original Russo Beauty Salon, now at 41 West St., Boston. Born Palma Campania, Naples, Italy, Nov. 26, 1888. Son of Francis Dello Russo and Marianna Candella. Came to U. S. in 1898, settling in Boston. Educated here and abroad. A natural born creative artist who through his own initiative in the field of hair styling succeeded in becoming one of the most outstanding beauticians in the country. In 1926 he opened the largest beauty salon in the world. His skill in the beauty field soon won national attention including numer- ous of the world's leading movie stars. In the Boston Tercentenary par- ade of 1930, his float was among the finest. Married to Jessica MacNeil of Brighton. Mr. Russo has two sons: Frank and Joseph, serving in U. S. Army forces. Member: Chamber of Commerce; the Elks; and Boston City Club. Fond of baseball, hockey, travel, music, horses and dogs. Res .: 247 Chestnut Hill Ave., Brighton.
RUSSO, MARIE (Forte)-Proprietor of Mary Forte Dressmaker Shop, 1842 Center St., West Roxbury. Born West Hartford, May 7, 1905. Daugh- ter of Ralph Forte and Annie Julia. Graduated from public schools and Spring Secretarial School of Boston. Studied dressmaking under private. instructors. In business since 1933. Formerly in the service of Mrs. Pinkham Dry Goods Store. Married Peter Russo of Boston, Oct. 29, 1925. Fond of travelling, art and music. Hobby - interior decorating. Her father was born in Bisegna, Aquila, Italy. Came to America in 1904, set- tling in West Roxbury, engaged in masonary construction work for over 30 years. Res .: 2219 Center St., West Roxbury.
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RUSSO, MARK FRANCIS-Master of English, Boston Public Latin School. Born Boston, Aug. 2, 1899. Son of Aniello Russo and Giovan- nina Tedesco. Graduated: English High School, 1916; Boston College, 1921, B.A., 1922, M.A. Special courses at Harvard School of Education and Boston Teachers College. Master of English at Boston Public Latin School since 1923. Pioneer American of Italian extraction to teach Eng- lish in the Boston High Schools. Married Mildred Matilda Di Marco, of Boston, June 24, 1926, graduate of Burdett College. Children: Rich- ard, Jeanne, Beatrice and Joyce. Served, World War I, S. A. T. C. Mem- ber: Boston Schoolmen's Economic Ass'n and New England Council of Teachers of English. Active in civic, social service work, camp and club work with young people, particularly at school centers and at Northend Union for over 25 years. His father was born in Manocalzato, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in the early 90's, settling in Boston. His ma- ternal grandfather, Carmine Tedesco, founght under Garibaldi. Res .: 10 Hopkins Rd., Jamaica Plain.
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