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SCARAMELLA, JOSEPH PETER-Proprietor, Cadillac Cafe, 167-71 Chestnut St., Springfield. Born Controne, Salerno, Italy, June 29, 1897. Son of Anthony Scaramella and Martuccia Vecchia. Educated in the public schools of Springfield. Served in U. S. Army during World War I. In business since 1938. Married Mable Thomas of Berlin, N. H., Jan. 16, 1930. Member of American Legion and of Dante club. Fond of football, golf, bowling, travelling and music. Mr. Scaramella is a former pocket billiard player and three cushion billiard champion of Springfield. His father, who came to America in 1898, settled in Springfield where he engaged in retail fruit and produce business for 50 years. Res .: 72 Hull St., Springfield.
SCARAMELLA, NICHOLAS-Insurance and Real Estate Broker. Born Boston, Nov. 8, 1891. Son of Ralph Scaramella and Madalena Cantalupo. Graduated from East Boston High and attended Boston University. In business since 1919. Married Silvia L. Anastasi (daughter of Dr. Antonio Anastasi of Messina College, Italy) July 2, 1916. Served in U. S. Army World War I, in France for 13 months. Member: Mass. Insurance Society; Boston Real Estate Exchange; Sons of Italy; secretary of local draft board No. 15; past commander of American Legion, Northend Post 53 and V. F. W., Northend Post 144. Among the most active Italo-American Legionnaires in the Commonwealth and a delegate to all national con- ventions. Father, born Castelcivita, Salerno, Italy, came to America in 1886, settling in Boston. Was proprietor of first Italo-American shoe store in Northend. Office: 269 Hanover St. Res .: 267 Hanover St., Boston.
SCARAMELLI, ALFREDO - Vice-president, Scaramelli and Co., 137 North St., Boston. Born Bologna, Italy, Aug. 6, 1881. Son of Massimiliano Scaramelli and Viola Lipperini. Educated here and abroad. Came to U. S. in 1900, settling in Boston, where he has since been in business. Member and former president, Italian Chamber of Commerce of New England. Active in civic affairs. Fond of golf, bocce, bowling and travel. His father came to U. S. in 1902, settling in Boston, was associated with the Scaramelli and Co. Had the following children: Luigi, Alfredo, Maria, Dirce, Arrigo, and late Margherita. Res .: 58 Maplewood St., Watertown.
SCARFO, WILLIAM J .- District office representative of Metropolitan Insurance Co., of Newton. Born Belmont April 7, 1907. Son of Salvatore
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Scarfo and Therese Pedulla. Graduated from Belmont High School in 1923 and from Burdett College in 1935. In the service of Metropolitan Ins. Co., since 1938. Formerly in the restaurant business. Married Jose- phine L. Rossello of Jamaica Plain, June 3, 1936. Children: Geraldine Marie and William J. Jr. Member: K. of C., the Metropolitan Life Ins. Co. Honor Club and the $100,000 Club. Fond of baseball, football and hockey. Father, born at Grotteria, Reggio Calabria, Italy. Came to America in 1900, settling in Belmont. Res .: 57 Theodore Road, Newton Center.
SCARINGI, GENIO-Clergyman. Born Chieti, Italy, March 14, 1908. Son of Concezio Scaringi and Nicoletta DiFabio. In U. S. since a year old. Graduated: Huntington School in 1932; Brown University in 1936, A.B., in 1940, M.A .; Union Theological Seminary in 1940, Bachelor of Divinity. Director of religious education in Cambridge for number of years. Active in civic and welfare work. His father, a native of Arielli, Chieti, Italy, came to U. S. in 1907, settling in Boston. Has following children: John, Clorinda, Joseph (captain in U. S. Army, World War II) ; Genio, Daniele, Zaccaria, and Alberta. Res .: 121 Charles St., Cambridge. SCARITO, NICHOLAS J .- Physician and Surgeon. Born Caltavuturo, Palermo, Italy, Oct. 16, 1879. Son of Filippo Scarito and Giovannina Vivirito. Received his early education at Episcopal Seminary, Cefalu, Sicily. In U. S. since 1901. Graduated from George Washington Univer- sity in 1912, M.D. Interne at Garfield Hospital of Washington, D. C. In general practice in Lawrence 1914-44. Post graduate courses at Harvard University, University of Chicago and Polyclinic Hospital of New York City. Senior staff member at Lawrence General Hospital in charge of the surgical service for three months each year. Physician and surgeon at Essex County jail. In 1944 he was appointed by Governor Saltonstall for seven years as medical examiner for the 5th Essex District. Was an outstanding civic leader and took active part in the affairs of the community, especially among Italians. Member: Order Sons of Italy in America since 1910; A. F. & A. M., and all the degrees of York rites. Mar- ried the late Daisy H. Johnson of Washington, D. C., in 1912, Children: Nina, a graduate of Radcline College and Woman's Medical College of Pennsylvania, is resident obstetrician at Boston Lying-in Hospital, and Philip R., a graduate of Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Re- married in 1926 to former Frances I. Essensa, R.N., of Harvey Station, Canada. Dr. Scarito died December 3, 1944. Res .: 9 Houston Ave., Methuen.
SCARNICI, AGATHA MATILDA-Teacher of Italian. Born Boston. Daughter of Anthony Scarnici and Lillian Macaluso. Graduated from Teachers College in Italy and taught there. Following her return to Boston, she studied at Boston Teachers College and Boston University. Teacher of Italian at Michelangelo School of Boston for number of years. Member of the Italian Historical Society; the Intermediate Teachers Club and Medford Lodge Sons of Italy. Fond of art, music and languages. Has travelled extensively in Europe. Her father was born at Petralia Sottana, province of Palermo, Italy. Came to America in 1900, settling in Boston, where he specialized in iron work and bridge building. Res .: 28 Newbern Ave., Medford.
SCARPA, FRANK LOUIS-Manager Eagle Can Co. 356 Mystic Ave., Somerville. Born Boston, Feb. 27, 1910. Son of Domenic Vito Scarpa and Antonetta Nappa. Educated in the Melrose public schools. Associated in above business with his late father since its establishment in 1926, specializing in general line of metal containers. Married Angelina Mon- tefusco of Boston, April 23, 1927. Children: Domenic Vito and Louis Reymond. Member: Order Sons of Italy and past president Italian
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American Catholic Men's Ass'n. Active in civic and political affairs. His father was born in Ariano di Puglia, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1900, settling in Boston, later in Melrose. Previous to his establishing the Eagle Can Co. in 1926, he was teacher of string instruments for number of years. Had following children: Frank Louis; Josephine, mar- ried to Alfred Taglieri; Anna, married to Edwin Kraus; Grace, married to Sgt. Rocco Branciforte, who was killed in action U. S. Army in France; John, veteran U. S. Army as aerial gunner instructor, is associated in above business; and Nicholas, also associated in above business, is veteran of U. S. Army, married to Beatrice Shea. Res .: 126 W. Foster St., Melrose.
SCARPACI, SALVATORE-Proprietor of Bay State Macaroni Mfg. Co., 7 Charlton St., Everett. Born Termini Imerese, Palermo, Italy, June 5, 1880. Son of Francesco Scarpaci and Aghida Bova. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1896, settling in Boston. In 1915 he established the Bay State Macaroni industry which is among the largest in the city. Married the late Mary Mandella of Worcester, April 1902. Children: Mary, attended Boston University; Frank and Joseph, both graduates of Boston University and Rose (Cor- ratino). The sons are all connected with the business. Mr. Scarpaci is member of Order Sons of Italy in America, interested in civic welfare and fond of travelling, music and opera. His father and several genera- tions of ancestors, natives of Termine Imerese, Italy, were wine and olive oil merchants. Branch store: 74 Endicott St., Boston. Res .: 86 Hancock St., Dorchester.
SCARPITTI, NICHOLAS LAURO - Scarpitti Investment Corp. 433 Kempton St., New Bedford. Born Carovilli, Campobasso, Italy, May 1, 1904. Son of Antonio Scarpitti and Maria Di Francia. Attended public. schools here and abroad. In America since 1918. In the finance business in New Bedford since 1937. Formerly in the automotive field in Provi- dence. Married Ada Formichelli of Arlington, Mass., Sept. 3, 1934. Chil- dren: Ada Joyce, born May 5, 1936; Ada Carol, born July 11, 1937. Mem- ber of Italian Literary and Mutual Aid Society. Fond of travel, reading,. gardening and music. Hobby, dog fancier. Owner and operator Three "A" Kennels, breeder of distinguished thoroughbred dogs. His father came to U. S. in 1913, settling in Providence, in the construction work .. Had following children: Carl, of Akron, Ohio; Nicholas Lauro; Mrs. Lucy Salmani and Luigi. Res .: 969 Kempton St., New Bedford.
SCAVUZZO, CARMELO-Proprietor, Excel Cake Corp., 594 Dudley St., Dorchester. Born Gangi, Sicily, Italy, Aug. 18, 1901. Son of Joseph Scavuzzo and Michelina Bova. Came to U. S. in 1912, settling in Boston. Educated in the public schools. In business since 1920. Formerly with the Prince Macaroni Co. Married the late Ida Scarpaci, June 8, 1922. Children: Joseph, student of Stoneham High, is in U. S. Merchant Marines; and Margaret, manager of her father's store on Hanover St., is a graduate of Stoneham High and attended Boston University, is. married to Stephen Gladis, a veteran of U. S. Army. Mr. Scavuzzo re- married to Rachel Della Donna of Somerville in 1942. One son, Nicholas. Member K. of C., and Elks. Is a former musician, plays cello. Has a brother, Vincenzo in Italy, whose son Peppino, is a lawyer. Res .: 7 Half Moon St., Dorchester.
SCAVUZZO, NICHOLAS-General Contractor; specializing in building fine homes, 575 Main St., Medford. Born Vita, Trapani, Italy, Feb. 3, 1902. Son of Salvatore Scavuzzo and Vincenza Adamo. Educated in the elementary and high schools in Italy, where he learned the carpenter's .. trade. Came to U. S. in 1920, settling in Boston. In business since 1928. Married Mary Mirabella of Boston, June 12, 1926. One daughter, Vivian.
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Theresa, born Sept. 6, 1929, student of Medford High. Mr. Scavuzzo is fond of baseball, boxing, travel, and grand opera. Has a brother Santo and a sister Anna, married to Antonio Manna. Res .: 575 Main St., Med- ford.
SCELSI, JOSEPH-Businessman. Born Isnella, Palermo, Italy, Sept. 16, 1884. Son of Michele Scelsi and Maria Peri. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Served in the Italian Army. Came to America in 1899. Settled in Pittsfield in 1910, where he has since been in the grocery, bakery, flour and grain business. Married Giuseppa Mattia Alberti, Oct. 30, 1909. Children: Josephine, graduate of Pittsfield High School and of Smith College; Michael John, graduate of Pittsfield High School and of St. John's College, also student at Middlesex University School of Medicine, now in U. S. Army; Anna Maria, graduate of Pitts- field High school and of Smith College. Anthony is connected with his father in business. Mr. Scelsi is member of Eagles; Chamber of Com- merce; Army and Navy Club; Order Sons of Italy and Dante Allighieri Club. Fond of bocce playing and music. Has visited Italy several times. Address: 156 John St., Pittsfield.
SCEPPA, ROMEO V .- Clothing Designer. Member of Bolter Co. of Cambridge. Born Campolieto, Campobasso. Italy, Feb. 1, 1901. Son of Michele Sceppa and Filomena Vendetti. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to U. S. in 1916, settling in Boston, where he worked as custom tailor for 26 years. In the service of Bolter Co., of Cambridge since 1943. Married Giulietta Campopiano of Boston, Oct. 24, 1943. Mr. Sceppa is veteran of U. S. Army, World War II. Member of American Legion and Medford Circle Club. Fond of football, bocce, travel and music. Has following brothers and sisters: Attilio, Aurelio, Vito, Rachela, and Ferdinando. Res .: 40 Morton Ave., Medford.
SCHIAVONE, DOMENIC GEORGE - Proprietor, Caffe Impero, 134 Salem St., Boston. Born Boston, Feb. 22, 1906. Son of Nicola Schiavone and Maria Giordano. Graduated from St. Anthony's parochial school and attended Mechanical Arts High School. Proprietor of Caffe Impero since 1937, one of the most popular cafes in Northend, widely known to boys in the armed forces. Mr. Schiavone was formerly in the theatrical business under the name of Charlie Davis for six years, and travelled extensively throughout the U. S. and Canada. Later representative of the Metropolitan and Prudential Life Companies. Married the late Fran- ces Pagliarulo of East Boston, May 4, 1929. Children: Marie, Francine, and Charles Domenic. Member K. of C., and Holy Name Society. Fond of baseball, football, billiards, music and dancing. His father, a native of Montefalcione, Avellino, Italy, came to U. S. in 1898, settling in Boston. Res .: 8 Prince St., Boston.
SCHIAVI, LEOPOLD E .- Proprietor, Hillside Farm and Dairy, Fram- ingham. Born Gragnano, Piacenza, Italy, March 10, 1885. Son of Giuseppe Schiavi and Giovanna Mesadri. Attended public schools in his native town and served in the Italian Army. Came to U. S. in 1909, settling in Framingham. Proprietor of his farm and dairy since 1918. Largest American Italian Dairy in Framingham. Married Anna Fusaro of East Boston, Oct. 22, 1916. Children: Joseph, a graduate of High school, in U. S. Army; Marion M., a graduate of High school and Wilfred Academy of Beauty Culture, is hair stylist; Frank, in U. S. Army; John, in U. S. Navy; Leopold Jr., Richard, Robert, and Andrew, are students. Mr. Schiavi is member of Cristoforo Columbo Society. His father, who fought for seven years under the dutchess of Parma and Piacenza, had following children: Andrea, Emilio, Clementina, Maria, Fortunata, Silvio and Isolina (all in Italy) and Leopold. Address: 774 Waverly St., Framingham.
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SCHIAVINA, ALDO-Proprietor, Schiavina's Super Service, 977 Main St., West Springfield. Born San Matteo Decima, Bologna, Italy, Oct. 10, 1890. Son of Cesare Schiavina and Ambelina Maggi. Educated here and abroad. Came to U. S. in 1908, settling in Springfield. In business since 1915. Married Angelina Carnevale of Springfield, April 19, 1920. Chil- dren: Elio, a graduate of Trade school, now serving in U. S. Army Air Corps, married to Leah Fortini and have a daughter, Jean; Alda, a grad- uate of West Springfield High school. Mr. Schiavina is member of Dante Club; Victor Emanuel Society, and East Longmeadow Gun Club. Fond of hunting, fishing, bocce, skeet shooting and grand opera. His father came to U. S. in 1912, settling in Springfield. Res .: 1000 Main St., West Springfield.
SCHIAVINA, CAROLINA (Mrs.) -President and Treasurer of A. A. Schiavina Inc., Jobbers, Importers of Italian Food Products, 207-209 Chestnut St., Springfield. Born Renazzo, Ferrarara, Italy, May 9, 1882. Daughter of Giovanni Gilli and Albina Balboni. In U. S. since 1887. Educated in Plymouth public schools. Married the late Astori A. Schia- vina, Dec. 4, 1907. He was a native of Poggo Renatico, Ferrara, Italy, came to U. S. in 1892, beginning the above business in 1924, now carried on by Mrs. Schiavina. They had one daughter, Olga, a graduate of High School of Commerce, married to Raymond Ronzoni, of Ronzoni Macaroni Co., of Long Island, N. Y. Mrs. Schiavina's father came to U. S. in 1883, settling in Plymouth. Had following children: Carolina, Mary, late Alexander, Charles and Louis. Res .: 80 Forest Park Ave., Springfield.
SCHINELLI, LINO JOHN-Physical Instructor and Coach, Agawam High school. Born Agawam, Feb. 18, 1918. Son of Virginio Schinelli and Julia Baiardi. Graduated from Agawam High school in 1937; Spring- field College in 1942, B.S., specializing in health and physical education. Special courses at Aquatic School of Mendham, N. J. Instructor at Agawam High school since 1943. Married Margaret Louise Elmer of Greenfield, May 25, 1942 (a graduate of Greenfield High). One daughter, Judith Louise, born Jan. 27, 1944. Member: Mass. Teachers Ass'n, Mass. State Coach Ass'n, Agawam Lions Club, and Field Commissioner of Boy Scouts of America. In High school was member of football team for four years and captain in his senior year, also class president and mem- ber of student council for four years; played baseball for a year, basket- ball for three years. In college was member of varsity football team. His father was born in Agazzano, Piacenza, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1913, settling in Agawam. Res .: 26 Walnut St., Agawam.
SCHRAFFA, LOUIS EMILIO-Physician and Surgeon. Born Boston, Feb. 8, 1903. Son of Antonio Schraffa and Angela Maria Staffere. Grad- uated: Boston College High School in 1922; Tufts College pre-medical and Middlesex University School of Medicine in 1928, M.D. Interne at St. Luke's Hospital of Newburgh, N. Y., and at N. Y. State Orthopratic Hospital of West Haverstraw, N. Y. In general practice in East Boston since 1930. On staff of Winthrop Community, the Chelsea Memorial and Revere General Hospitals. Member of local, state and national medical associations, the K. of C., and B.P.O.E. Married Vivian Helen Sundstrom of Northburwick, Maine, June 16, 1936. His father was born in Anzano, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1898, settling in Boston in the tailoring business for over 40 years. Office 19 Bennington St., East Boston. Res .: 255 Main St., Winthrop.
SCIACCA, GUY F .- Physician and Surgeon. Born Santa Ninfa, Trapani, Italy, Sept. 15, 1912. Son of Frank Sciacca and Antonetta Scarcella. Brought to U. S. in 1914, by his mother, settling in Boston. Graduated from Boston English High School in 1932. Attended Middlesex Univer- sity, pre-medical, graduating from the Middlesex School of Medicine in
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1939, M.D. Interne at St. Joseph's Hospital of Sudbury, Ontario, Canada. In general practice in Boston since 1942. Married Bernadetta Rose Kilroy of Canada, Jan. 28, 1942. One son, Francis Patrick. Member Phita Iota Mu Medical Fraternity, and examining physician for local draft board No. 15. Stepson of the late Vincenzo Petralia, the well- known wholesale and retail merchant of Boston for over 30 years. Office: 193 Hanover St. Res .: 23 Unity Court, Boston.
SCIBELLI, ANTHONY-Businessman. Born Springfield, Sept. 15, 1911. Son of Andrew Scibelli and Filomena Ceccarelli. Graduated from Cathe- dral High School in 1930. In business since 1932. Married Lea Baraldi of Springfield, Oct. 15, 1940. Member: Order Sons of Italy, Elks, K. of C. Councilman of Springfield since 1939, being the first Italian-American of Springfield so elected. Active in civic affairs. Fond of all sports. Has a brother Michael, who is physical instructor and football coach at Cathedral High school. His father, a native of Quindici, Avellino, Italy, came to U. S. in 1904, settling in Springfield, where he became the first official Italian court interpreter of Springfield and a keen student of law. Bus .: 161 State St. Res .: 791 Worthington St., Springfield.
SCIBELLI, RIZIERO JOHN-Proprietor of United Poultry Market, 888 Main St., Springfield. Born Quindici, Avellino, Italy, May 22, 1905. Son of Antonio Scibelli and Pasqualina Amelia. Came to U. S. in 1915, settling in Springfield. Educated here and abroad. In business since 1930. Married Frances Sarno, a former beautician of Springfield, April 30, 1934. One daughter, Patricia Ann, born Feb. 3, 1938. Member: Order Sons of Italy in America; Christopher Columbus Club; East Longmeadow Gun and Rod Club; vice president of Holy Name Society of Mt. Carmel church; Committeeman of troop 19, Boy Scouts of Mt. Carmel church. His father came to America in 1890, settling in Springfield, a landscape gardener. Had following children: Fioreavanti, Riziero, William and Albert. Res .: 134 Eddywood Ave., Springfield.
SCICHILONE, RAYMOND - Tonsorialist. Born Aragona, Agrigento, Italy, Feb. 8, 1902. Son of Joseph Scichilone and Angelina Semineria. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Learned the art of barbering in Italy. Came to U. S. in 1921. In business in Newtonville since 1922. Married Mary Collura of Waltham, April 19, 1925. Children: Angelina, Joseph, Peter, Rosalia, Maddalena, Raymond, Mary and John. Member: Moose, Eagles, Y. M. C.A. First president of Master Barber Ass'n, and Aragona Society. Former manager of wrestling. Has follow- ing brothers: Domenic, Alfonso, Michelangelo, John (in South America), Salvatore and Raymond. Bus .: 225 Walnut St. Res .: 31 Bowers St., Newtonville.
SCIOLI, FRANK A .- Manager, B. and D. Wall Paper Co., 416 Moody St., Waltham. Born Boston, Aug. 29, 1911. Son of Frank Scioli and Rose Luongo. Graduated from Somerville High School. In the service of B. & D. Wall Paper Co., since 1930. Married Elsie Williams of Somerville, Nov. 17, 1935, a graduate of Somerville High. Children: Edward Francis, born May 5, 1937, and Elsie May, born June 14, 1942. In High School he was member of the varsity baseball team. Fond of hockey, boxing, travel and football. His father was born in Pretoro, Abruzzi, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1882, settling in Boston, as a granite cutter. Had following children: Mrs. Alice DiAngelo; Mrs. Domenica DelPonte; Mrs. Antonetta Centrella; Mrs. Anna Ditono; Frank A., Charles E., Alexander C., and Mrs. Carmela Maietta. Res .: 110 Bartlett St., Somerville.
SCIPIONE, ARTHUR STEPHEN - Attorney-at-Law. Born Newton, Sept. 9, 1903. Son of Charles Scipione and Ida R. Lagorio. Graduated from Newton High School in 1922. Clerk of Middlesex Probate Court of East Cambridge 1923-28; assistant assessor for City of Newton, three
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years. Graduated from Northeastern University School of Law, 1932, L.L.B. In general practice since 1934. Examiner of real estate titles for City of Newton; legal adviser for War Dept. on military personnel through the American Bar Ass'n. Member: County and State Bar Ass'ns; Mass Law Society; B. P. O. E. Married Mary L. Pucciarelli (a violin teacher in Newton music schools), Sept. 5, 1935. One daughter, Carol Mary. Att. Scipione's father was born in Formia, Rome, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1883. Was the first Italian American settler of Newton and the oldest Italian American Constable in the state engaged in real estate and insurance since 1903. Mother, a native of Boston, parents of follow- ing children: Charles, a constable, in business with his father; John; Rita; and Frances. Office: 259 Walnut St., Newtonville. Res .: 605 Wal- nut St., Newton.
SCIRE, SALVATORE-Architectural art worker. Born Scordia, Catania, Italy, April 12, 1876. Son of Francesco Scire and Mariannina DiBlasi. Attended public schools of his native town, where he learned wrought iron works. Came to U. S. in 1906, settling in Everett, later in East Boston and since 1920 in Medford. Since his arrival to U. S. he has engaged in ornamental art work. Considered most outstanding in that field. Married late Ignazia Scaro in 1903. Children: Francis Richard, graduate Mechanic Arts High, Fisher's Business College, and attended Northeastern Univer- sity School of Business Administration, is a salesman; Marion, is dress designer, married to Louis Savini of New York; Joseph, attended East Boston High; and Louis, graduate of Mechanic Arts High is electrician, served in U. S. Navy. Mr. Scire married again to Carmela Sharrillo in 1930. Hobby is creating novelties in artistic designs. Also fond of travel and grand opera. His father, a locomotive engineer in Italy, was a descendant of French nobility, which family passed on to Sicily, Italy, in the middle ages. Had following children: Rocco, Grazia, Salvatore, Giu- seppe, Carmelo and Sebastino. Res .: 21 Newburn Ave., Medford.
SCIRE, THERESA DORIS (Mrs.)-Born Boston, Sept. 16, 1906. Daugh- ter of Patrick Pisello and Maria Iebba. Education: East Boston High school and Mansfield Academy of Beauty Culture. Also studied nursing. Proprietor of Theresa Beauty Salon. Married to Francis Richard Scire of Medford in 1929. One son, Richard Francis, born March 29, 1931, honor student at Boston College High. Mrs. Scire is vice president of the American Relief for Italy, Mass. Division, which she helped to organize with Mrs. Gina Langone. Fond of travel, art, reading, needlecraft and music. Her father was born in Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1888, settling in Boston, as photographer, tailor and musician. Had following children: Carolina, Theresa, Doris, George, Ernest, and Carmen. Res .: 114 St. Andrews Rd., East Boston.
SCLAFANI, PASQUALE-Attorney-at-Law. Born Boston, Sept 13, 1913. Son of Simone Sclafani and Maria DiLeo. Graduated from English High School in 1931 and from Northeastern University School of Law in 1937, L.L.B. In general practice of law in Boston since 1940. Member of Independent Order of Sons of Italy and K. of C. Fond of baseball, hockey and golf. His father was born at Sciacca, Agrigenti, Italy. Came to America in 1911, settling in Boston. Office: 20 Prince St., Boston.
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