Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 110

Author: Carlevale, Joseph William, 1890-
Publication date: 1946
Publisher: Plymouth, Massachusetts : Memorial Press
Number of Pages: 876

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SALOMONE, ALPHONSE-In the service of The Pioneer Hotel Coffee Shop, food manager. Born Messina, Italy, Jan. 1, 1899. Son of Francesco Salomone and Giuseppina Bonavenda. Educated in elementary and techni- cal schools of Messina and Catania. Came to America in 1927, settling in Boston. At Pioneer Hotel since 1942. Married Rosetta Bettinazzi of Dorchester, Aug. 21, 1927. Fond of fencing, bowling. Has travelled extensively throughout the world. Hobby-flower gardening. A lover of opera. Served in World War I in the Italian Navy as radio telegrapher. Res .: 27 Brockton St., Mattapan.

SALADINO, JOSEPH ANTHONY-Production Engineer, Mica Division, Aerovox Corp., New Bedford, Mass. Born Brooklyn, N. Y., Feb. 28, 1907. Son of John Saladino and Vincenza Barrile. Education Bushwick High School and Brooklyn Politechnic Institute in mechanical engineering. In the service of Aerovox Corp. since 1933. Outstanding in the field of Mica capacity production. Married Dorothy Perry of Fairhaven, Mass. One son,

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Joseph Anthony Jr. Member of Lions Club. Fond of baseball, football, hockey, travel, and music. Active in civic and welfare affairs, especially dramatics and youth activities. His father was born in Montevago, Agri- gento, Italy. Came to America in 1900, settling in Brooklyn. Had the following children: Charles; Joseph Anthony; and John, who is in U. S. Navy. Res .: 85 Bridge St., Fairhaven, Mass.

SALERNO, ANDREW-Assistant Manager, Statler Hotel Barber Shop. Born Bellona, Naples, Italy, Oct. 15, 1911. Son of Nicolo Salerno and Florinda Parillo. Came to U. S. in 1927. Educated here and abroad. In the service of Hotel Statler Barber Shop since 1943. Married Carmela Cioppa of Albany, N. Y., Jan. 14, 1934. Children: Florence Angela; Nicholas Patrick; Ursula Veronica and Anthony Paul. Member and Presi- dent Boston Italian Mutual Society of Barbers. Fond of all sports. Lover of travel and music. His father came to U. S. in 1900, settled in Boston as stone cutter. Had the following children: Andrew, Michael, Sidney, Lieut. (s. g.) in U. S. Merchant Marine engineering; Antonetta, and Americo. Res .: 75 Bailey Rd., Somerville.

SALERNO, JOSEPH R .- Patriot and Leader. Born Caltamissetta, Italy, 'March 29, 1891. Son of Calogero Salerno and Grazia Russo. Attended high school and college in Italy. Came to America in 1912, settling in Lawrence, where he has been engaged in various occupations. Took lead- ing part in the strike of 1919, which resulted in improving conditions and higher standard of living among his countrymen. At the age of 52 he enlisted in the American forces World War II, overseas, being among the oldest to enlist in the U. S. Army, honorably discharged, Oct. 4, 1944. Awarded the purple heart for distinguished service. Member of American Legion and Italian Civic Club. Married Charlotte Marchese of Lawrence, graduate of North Adams High School. Children: Joseph, graduate of Lawrence High, valedictorian of his class, student of M. I. T., now in U. S. Army; and Guy, graduate of Lawrence High, in U. S. Navy seabees. Mr. Salerno's parents, with four brothers and sisters, reside in Italy. Res .: 2 Chierry St., Lawrence.

SALERNO, PETER M .- Steuben Restaurant, Boston. Born Villamaina, Avellino, Italy, Jan. 1, 1890. Son of Giovanni Salerno and Nicoletta Vicario. Came to U. S. in 1906, settling in Boston. In the service of Steuben Restaurant as head-waiter since 1941. Formerly manager of Hotel Lucerne for ten years. Married Rosina De Cristoforo of Boston, Jan. 17, 1909. Children: John, graduate of Northeastern University, is an accountant and veteran U. S. Army World War II; Ethel, married to Agostino Polsonetti, inspector at Watertown Arsenal; Eleonora, married to William London; Linda, married to Armand Musto, chief electrician at Watertown Arsenal; Gloria, bookkeeper; and Norma, student of art. All are graduates of E. Boston High School. Member: Elks, and ex- president St. Paulina Society. In 1943 he broadcasted to Italy in favor of the Allies WBZ of Boston. Active in civic and political affairs. Served as food commissioner in Boston, World War I. Has the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Pasqualina De Ieso; Immacolata; Peter M .; Mrs. Con- cetta Di Rienzo; and Emilio. Res .: 188 Leyden St., E. Boston.

SALERNO-CIANI, ANTHONY JOHN-Marine Surveyor, War Shipping Administration, Boston. Born Worcester, May 15, 1918. Son of Nicola Salerno-Ciani and Giulia Pedone. Graduated from High School of Com- merce in 1936, was member of varsity baseball, football, basketball and track teams, made the All City Team. Attended the Mass. College of Optometry in Boston. Married Florence Barbara Molinari of Worcester, June 17, 1941, a graduate of High School of Commerce and of Fairchild Business College. Children: Juliana Marie and Nicholas Anthony. Mr. Salerno-Ciani served in World War II with American Army Air Force, was honorably discharged Oct. 1943. Received citation for his excellence

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in X-ray technique at Billings General Hospital of Indianapolis. In the service of U. S. Government since Nov. 1943. Member: Iota Nu Alpha fraternity; K. of C .; American Legion; Italian American World War Veterans; Hillcrist Country Club. Fond of travel, art, reading and music. Res .: 34 Gage St., Worcester.

SALERNO-CIANI, NICOLA-Proprietor, Central Credit Jewelry Co., 115 E. Central St., Worcester. Born Bisceglie, Bari, Italy, July 27, 1893. Son of Antonio Salerno-Ciani and Giulia Romeo. Educated in public schools and horological school of Bari. Came to America in 1911, settling in Worcester. In the jewelry business since 1913. Married Giulia Pedone, Nov. 26, 1911. Children: Giulia Roberta, graduate of High School of Commerce, married to Chester Robert Dupont; Anthony John, graduate of High School of Commerce and Mass. School of Optometry, veteran of World War II; Angela Marie, graduate of Belmont Preparatory School and of High School of Commerce, has taken special secretarial courses at Becker Business College, associated with her father in jewelry business; John Nino, graduate of High School of Commerce, watchmaker, serving in U. S. Coast Guard; and Dante Angelo, graduate of St. John's High School, a jeweler. Mr. Salerno-Ciani is member of Elks; Horological So- ciety; Italian American Citizens' League; and treasurer and grand dele- gate of local Order Sons of Italy, Christopher Columbus Lodge. His father a public school teacher in Bisceglie, Italy, for over 20 years had the follow- ing children: Angelo, Giulio, Nicola, Teresa and Elisa. Res .: 34 Gage St., Worcester.

SALIER, LOUIS PETER - Proprietor, Salier's Market, 166 Hancock St., Springfield. Born Bridgeport, Conn., March 28, 1915. Son of Frank Salier and Assunta Carberino. Graduated from Technical High School in 1933. In business since 1936. Married Germain Gelinas, of Springfield, Sept. 1, 1941. One son, Robert Louis, born Oct. 5, 1942. Member: Italian American Citizens' Club. Fond of baseball, fishing, hunting and music. His father was born in Garda Verona, Italy. Came to America in 1909, settling . in Bridgeport, Conn., later in Springfield. Had the following children: Mary, Louis Ugo, and Rose. Res .: 190 Hancock St., Springfield.

SALAMONE, RICHARD MICHAEL-Chief, Needham Fire Dept. Born Newark, N. J., Dec. 25, 1901. Son of Michael Salamone and Lucrezia Invidiato. Educated in the Roxbury Public Schools and graduated from Brookline Officers' College Fire School. In the service of Needham Fire Dept. since 1923. Chief since 1939. Married Mary F. Donald of Needham, July 25, 1925, a graduate of Needham High School. Children: Elaine, Lillian and Martia Edna. Mr. Salamone is member of State Dept. of Edu- cation and Fireman's Drill Schools for Mass .; member of International Fire Chiefs' Assoc .; New England Fire Chiefs' Assoc .; Needham Rotary Club. Fond of golf, swimming, travel and music. Active in civic and political affairs. His father was born in the province of Palermo, Italy. Came to U. S. in the late 70's. Died in Needham in 1931. Had the follow- ing children: James; late Thomas, veteran U. S. Army World War I; Frank P., also U. S. Army, veteran World War I; Richard Michael; and Charles. Res .: 26 Burnside Rd., Needham.

SALUSTRI, VICTOR - Insurance Representative and Leader. Born Segni, Frosinone, Italy, March 9, 1894. Son of Augusto Salustri and Clarice Ramacci. Educated in the High Schools in Italy. Came to Amer- ica in 1911, settling in Greenfield, Mass., where in 1925 he discovered a method of making money through foreign exchange; devising the Sa- lustri plan to repay the Italian debt to U. S., which was for a time the talk in the country. In 1931 he published his book "Sure Money" and numerous articles, occupying front pages in the New York papers. In 1934 he submitted his plan for economic recovery in Washington, D. C., which was placed in permanent file for reference. In the service of Metro-

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politan Life Insurance Co., of Springfield since 1930, where he has since been the leading insurance salesman. In 1942 he ranked the 9th among the 20,000 agents in the U. S. In 1939 he organized the Italian G. O. P. Club of Springfield, becoming its first president. On March 22, 1944, he was appointed by the Mayor of Springfield member of Board of Public Welfare. Married to late Natalie Vitalis of New York, March 15, 1916. Children: Walter, a pre-medical student at American International Col- lege, is in U. S. Army; and Florenze C., is a graduate of Traphagan School of Fashion of New York. Res .: 197 Belmont Ave., Springfield.

SALVAGGIO, JOSEPHINE C .- Proprietor, Lady Jo's Fashion Bar, 393 Broadway, Revere. Born Pittsburgh, Pa., April 1, 1903. Daughter of Jolın Brizzi and Cattina Gentile. Educated in the public schools. In busi- ness in Revere since 1943. Married to Frank Salvaggio, April 22, 1919, a general contractor in Revere, son of Gaetano Salvaggio and Rosa Aiello of East Boston. Children: Guy, veteran corporal U. S. Army, took part in invasion of France, awarded many battle stars; John, Sgt. U. S. Army, took part in the invasion of Africa, Italy, and France; Angelo, veteran U. S. Army in Europe, also took part in invasions, and holder of numerous battle stars; Robert, graduate of Revere High, is in U. S. Navy; Rosemarie and Frank are students. Mrs. Salvaggio is member, Order Sons of Italy, and former delegate to Independence Order Sons of Italy, Revere Lodge. Was among the first American women of Italian extraction in Revere, as donor in 1943 of three pints of blood for Uncle Sam. Res .: 11 Kimball Ave., Revere.

SALVANELLI, ALFRED-Insurance Representative. Born Boston, Oct. 6, 1903. Son of Gaetano Salvanelli and Silvia Mottola. Graduated from East Boston High school. Veteran U. S. Army, World War II. In the service of Metropolitan Life Insurance Co., since 1945. Formerly clerk in the Fall River Shipyard. Married Constance di Messillis, a graduate of Wakefield High school. Mr. Salvanelli is active in civic affairs. Fond of baseball, travel and music. His father was born in Ancona, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1900, settling in Boston as tailor. Had two children: late Joseph and Alfred of this sketch. Res .: 47 Beaver St., Lynnfield Center.

SALVATI, DOMENIC-Proprietor, Savoy Wine and Liquor Co., and Marl- boro Market of Boston. Born Rome, Italy, Aug. 4, 1891. Son of Antonio Salvati and Annunziata Magrini. Educated in the public schools in Rome. Came to U. S. in 1911, settling in Boston. In business since 1920. Married Genesia DeBenardi, Feb. 21, 1913 a native of Asti, Piedmont, Italy. One son, Vincent Peter, graduate of English High School, is associated with his father in above business; is married to Luisa Lombardi of Brighton. Mr. Salvati is a member of local and national grocers associations. Has traveled to Italy several times. Lover of outdoor life, art and music. His father, a wine merchant in Italy, had two children: Domenic of this sketch and Margherita. Bus .: 45 Massachusetts Ave., Boston. Res .: 424 Marlborough St., Boston.

SALVATI, SALVATO-Proprietor, Salvati Delicatessen, 995 Purchase St., New Bedford. Born Rome, Italy, July 3, 1896. Son of Gioacchino Salvati and Cesira Quirini. Came to America in 1903 settling in New Bedford. Graduated: New Bedford High in 1917 and New Bedford Textile School in 1920. Founder and operator of the Milan Silk Mill 1924 to 1934. Since 1934 has been carrying on his late father's above business. Mr. Salvati served in the U. S. Navy, World War I, is active in civic affairs. Member: American Legion, Italian Literary Mutual Aid Society and Order Sons of Italy. His father came to U. S. in 1901 settling in New Bedford. He was chef at Parker House for 15 years, later founded the Salvati Delicatessen Store. Had the following children: John, in delicatessen business in Newport, R. I., Salvato, Mrs. Lucy Quinzani of Boston, Mrs. Santina Adrian

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of Newport, R. I., and Mrs. Jennie Fatulli of New Bedford. Res .: 104 Morgan St., New Bedford.

SALVATORE, LOUIS N .- (late) Born Albanella, Salerno, Italy, April 7, 1891. Son of Stanislao Salvatore and Annina Cerruti. Graduated from Tarquato Tasso College of Salerno in 1909. Came to U. S. in 1913 settling in Boston, where he became proprietor of Savoy Pharmacy. In 1925 he organized the Salerno Lodge Order Sons of Italy in East Boston. Elected grand trustee in the Pittsfield convention in 1925 of Sons of Italy Lodge. Later became secretary of the insurance fund of the grand lodge. In 1932 he was elected grand financial sec'ty and in 1942 grand recording secretary. Was editor of Sons of Italy magazine of the grand lodge. Married Angelina Poto of Boston, May 15, 1915. Children: Anna, Stanley and Louis Jr., veterans U. S. Navy. Mr. Salvatore was one of the most outstanding Italo- American citizens in the state. Took deep interest in the welfare of his people and sponsored every worthy cause. Died May 22, 1944. Address: 73 Maverick Sq., E. Boston.

SALVEMINI, GAETANO-University Professor. Born Molfetta, Bari, Italy, Sept. 8, 1873. Son of Illarione Salvemini and Emanuela Turtur. University of Florence '94, Ph. D. Married Fernanda Dauriac of Brest, France, July 14, 1916. Professor of Medieval and Modern History at Uni- versity of Messina, Pisa, and Florence 1901-25. Member: Italian Parlia- ment 1919-21. Visiting professor at Harvard 1930 and at Yale in 1932. Lecturer in History of Italian civilization at Harverd since 1933. Fellow Medieval Academy of America and of the Academy of Arts and Sciences. Author of numerous books including "Fascist Dictatorship in Italy" and "What to do with Italy" in collaboration with Prof. George LaPiana. Ad- dress: Widener Library, Harvard University, Cambridge.

SALVI, JOSEPHINE-Milliner, proprietor, Josephine Hat Shop, 141 Essex St., Lawrence. Born Teano, Naples, Italy, Oct. 18, 1904. Daughter of Sabino Salvi and Cristina Grieco. Came to America in 1910 settling in Lawrence. Educated in elementary and high schools. Married Lorenzo Montefusco, a salesman of Lawrence, Aug. 1916. Children: Ida, graduate of Lawrence High school, married to Joseph Tineo; Rita, graduate of Law- rence High school and attended McIntosh Business College, married to Michael Grieco, and John, also a graduate of Lawrence High school, in U. S. Navy. Her father came to America in 1909 settling in Lawrence. Had the following. children: Frank, Annie, Josephine, Jerry, Susie, and late Ida. Res .: 60 Trenton St., Lawrence.

SALVI, PETER-Businessman. Born Metti, Parma, Italy, August 16, 1888. Son of Anthony Salvi and Angiolina Resmini. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1907, settling in Boston, where he attended Wentworth Institute. Proprietor of Main St. Garage of Cambridge since 1932. Formerly in general contracting business in Somerville. Married the late Mary Zermani of Boston, April 19, 1910. Children: Elma, a graduate of Kants Hill Seminary in Maine, married to Anthony Seminara; Arthur, a graduate of Boston University, in business with his father; Helen, a graduate of Leslie School; Pauline, a graduate of Stanley College; and Dorothy, a student of Trinity College of Washing- ton, D. C. Mr. Salvi is member of Chamber of Commerce, Kiwanis Club, B.P.O.E. and Ancient Honorable Artillery of Mass. Office: 600 Main St., Cambridge. Res .: 248 Ruthlidge St., Belmont.

SALVIUOLO, EVA PATRICIA- School teacher. Born Southbridge, Sept. 19, 1921. Daughter of Nunziato Salviuolo and Guiditta Molini. Grad- uated from Mary E. Wells High School in 1939, and Worcester State Teachers College in 1943, B. S. Teacher at Charlton St. public school since 1943. Member, Worcester County Teachers Association, and St. Rita Society. Fond of tennis, swimming, traveling, art, and music. Super- visor of one of the playgrounds in Southbridge. Her late father was born

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in Brienza, Potenza, Italy. Came to America in 1898, settling in South- bridge, where he engaged in wholesale groceries and as importer for 40 years. Mother is native of Campagnano, Rome, Italy. They had the fol- lowing children: Elena Theresa; Serah, married to Albert Vecchia; Rose; Eva Patricia; Olga, a graduate of N. E. School of Accounting and Ralph, all of whom graduated from high school. Res .: 55 Central St., Southbridge.

SALVO, FRANK-Proprietor, Monark Market, 202A Washington St., Peabody. Born Cefali, Palermo, Italy, Oct. 12, 1886. Son of Raffaele Salvo and Giuseppina Giglio. Educated in the public school of his native town. Came to America in 1900, settling in Salem. In business in Peabody since 1934, formerly representative of the Metropolitan Life Ins. Co. Mar- ried Maria Rizzotti of Salem, April 19, 1914. Children: Ralph, in U. S. Navy; Josephine, graduate of Salem High; Pauline, graduate of Salem High, married to John Lojko; Beatrice, graduate of Salem High, secretary to her father; S. Stephen, graduate Salem High, veteran U. S. Navy; Anthony and Loretta, students. Charter member of Christopher Columbus Society; Italian Benefit and Social Association and Washington Associa- tion. His father came to America in 1890. Settled in Salem in 1896. Had following children: Domenico, Frank, Anna, Luisa, and Stefano. Res .: 89 Mason St., Salem.

SALVUCCI, LORETO-(late) General Contractor. Born San Donato, Frosinone, Italy. May 23, 1884. Son of Anthony and Angelina Salvucci. Came to U. S. in 1907, settling in Newton, where he engaged in contract- ing business until his untimely death in 1935. He married Donata Maz- zola of his native town. Children: Nicholas, coal mine supt., in Somerset; Jennie, married to Frederick Dorsi; Joseph is in U. S. Army overseas, married to Leah Beckwith; Lucy, married to Anthony Daversa; Carmela, married to James Sandagata of the U. S. Army; Anthony, is in U. S. Army since 1934, overseas two years; Danny, M. I. T. employee is mar- ried to Assunta Trementozzi; Ann, married to Charles J. Scrow, who served in U. S. Army in the Pacific for four years; Mary, married to Anthony Camuti, a veteran of U. S. Navy; and Louis. Res .: 317 Navada St., Newtonville.

SALVUCCI, PETER-General Contractor. Born San Donato, Frosi- none, Italy, April 26, 1887. Son of Raffaele Salvucci and Antonetta Ca- poccia. Educated here and abroad. Came to U. S. in 1903, settling in Waltham. In the contracting business since 1910, specializing in build- ing roads, bridges, airports and excavations of all kinds. Married Bertha Pizzano of Waltham, March 26, 1917. Children: Peter Jr., attended Har- vard and Northeastern Universities, is 1st Lt. in U. S. Army; Ralph, grad- uate of Tufts College of Engineering, is also 1st Lt. in U. S. Army; Bertha Jr., graduate of Fisher School and attended Bishop-Lee School of Drama, is secretary to her father; Joseph, with U. S. Army in Belgium; and Fran- cis (twin to Joseph) attended Huntington Preparatory School, North- eastern University, and Bryant and Stratton Commercial School, is associated with his father. Mr. Salvucci is member New England Road Builders Association. Fond of all sports. Lover of travel and grand opera. Has the following brothers and sisters: Daniel (foreman), Frederick, Josephine and Cecilia. Res .: 55 Pond St., Waltham.

SAMA, FRANK WILLIAM-Electrical Engineer. Born Pittsburgh, Pa., July 6, 1920. Son of Ralph Sama and Carmela Madarena. Graduated from Classical High Schoool in 1937 and Worcester Polytechnic Institute in 1942, B.S. in E.E. In the service of Norton Co. of Worcester since 1942. Formerly with U. S. Army signal corps laboratories, electrical designs and research in communication equipment War Dept. in New Jersey and Detroit, Michigan. Member: American Institute of Electrical Engineers; Theta Kappa Phi; Worcester Tech Alumni Assoc .; Holy Name Society;

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Worcester Tech Glee Club (four years). Fond of baseball, bowling, tennis, photography, travel and music. His father was born in Squillace, Catan- zaro, Italy, Oct. 1, 1891. Came to America in 1913. Lived in Pennsylvania. With the American Steel and Wire Co. of Worcester since 1922. Had the following children: Mary and Rose, graduates of High School of Com- merce; Joseph and Leonard, students. Res .: 27 Providence St., Worcester.

SAMBATARO, JAMES D .- Fire fighter. Born Mascalucia, Catania, Italy, July 19, 1906. Son of Rosario Sambataro and Lucia Sapienza. Came to America with his parents in 1912, settling in Lawrence. Educated in the public schools. Served in U. S. Navy, 1923-27. Appointed as reserve in Lawrence Fire Dep't., Feb. 23, 1934 and regular since Feb. 11, 1940. Married Josephine Giglio of Lawrence, Dec. 23, 1928. One son, Robert R., born March 30, 1930. Member: Lawrence Fire Fighters Union Local 46; Grecian Lodge A. F. & A. M. of Lawrence and Lawrence Lodge of Perfec- tion. He is a former amateur boxer. Fond of baseball, football, travel, and music. Has a brother, Joseph, who is in U. S. Navy; and a sister, Grace, married to Alfio Cavallaro. Res .: 132 Union St., Lawrence.

SAMMARIA, LOUIS-Founder and President of Boston Hardware Co., Inc. Born Mirabella Eclano, Avellino, Italy, Oct. 12, 1901. Son of Saverio Sammaria and Frances Pellegrini. Came to America in 1912, settling in Boston, where he graduated from Columbus School in 1916. Married Al- bina Marotta of Boston, April 27, 1929. Fond of all sports and lover of travelling and grand opera. Mr. Sammaria is the pioneer Italian Amer- ican of Boston in the hardware field. Deeply interested in civic and social welfare of his community. He is a student of American history, ardent. believer in the American way of life. Business: 340 Hanover St., Boston. Res .: 174 Cottage Park Rd., Winthrop.

SAMPIERI, JOSEPHINE (MRS.)-Proprietor, Joel Beauty Spot, 23 Cen- tral Ave., Lynn. Born Lynn, Jan. 7, 1910. Daughter of Gerolamo Migliori and Costanza Leonardo. Graduated: English High School and Condon Beauty Academy. In the hairdressing field since 1927. In business since 1935. Associated with Eleanor Peterson of Lynn. Considered one of Lynn's finest shops. Married Frank E. Sampieri of Wakefield, Oct. 12, 1940, a. graduate of Wakefield High, now in U. S. Army medical corps overseas. They have a daughter, Joelle, born Jan. 19, 1943. Mrs. Sampieri is mem- ber of Italian Women's Club of Boston and National Hairdressesrs and Cosmotologists Assoc. Fond of bowling, travel, swimming, walking, read- ing, art, and music. Her father was born in Benevento, Italy. Came to America in 1892, was among the pioneer Italian American settlers of Lynn. Had the following children: Vincent, Lena, Dorothy, Josephine and John. Res .: 20 Rockmere Garden, Lynn.

SAMBITO, MARINO-Proprietor, Sambito Barber Shop, 12 Water St., Leominster. Born Palma di Montechiaro, Agrigento, Italy, Sept. 6, 1893 .. Son of Antonino Sambito and Carmela Amato. Educated in the public. school of his native town. Came to U. S. in 1907, settling in Leominster. In business since 1912, being the first Italian American barber in the city. Married Esterina Faticante of Leominster, Oct. 28, 1912. Children: An- thony, attended Leominster High, where he was member of the varsity baseball, football, and basketball teams, married to Elizabeth Flynn of Fitchburg; and Carmela, married to Luigi Montagna. Mr. Sambito has been chairman Board of Registrar in Leominster since 1935. Member: Eagles, Elks, American Italian Citizens Club, Moose, and ex-venerable in. the Order Sons of Italy. Has following brothers and sisters: Domenic, Angelo, Angelina, Joseph, Vincent, and Biagio. Res .: 168 Lancaster St., Leominster.

SAMBITO, VINCENT .- Proprietor, Vin's Barber Shop, 19 Monument. Sq., Leominster. Born Palma di Montechiaro, Agrigento, Italy, March 5,.

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1905. Son of Antonino Sambito and Carmela Amato. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1920, settling in Leominster. In business since 1937. Married Laura Marceca of Fitchburg, Sept. 6, 1926. Children: Anthony, Gloria and Vincent Jr. Member: Order Sons of Italy, treasurer since 1930; Italian American Citizens' Club and K. of C. Fond of all sports. A lover of travel and music. His father came to U. S. A. in 1910, settling in Leominster. Had the following chil- dren: Marino; Mrs. Angelina Amica; Domenico; Angelo; Joseph, and Biagio. Res .: 22 Cedar St., Leominster.

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Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 110

Author: Carlevale, Joseph William, 1890- Publication date: 1946 Publisher: Plymouth, Massachusetts : Memorial Press Number of Pages: 876

Author: Carlevale, Joseph William, 1890-
Publication date: 1946
Publisher: Plymouth, Massachusetts : Memorial Press
Number of Pages: 876