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SERAFINI, AMERICO-President, De Paoli Mosaic Co., 126 Magazine St., Boston. Born South Boston, July 12, 1898. Son of Peter Serafini and Judith DePaoli. Graduated from High School of Commerce. Joined his brother Oswald in above business in 1921. Married Mary Boretti of Boston, June 24, 1922. Children: Virginia, a graduate of Jeremiah Burke High school of Dorchester and from a clerical school, and Ruth, also a graduate of Jeremiah High. Mr. Serafini served in U. S. Army, World War I. Is member of American Legion and of Marconi Club. Fond of baseball, football, and hockey. Lover of travel and music. His father was born in Spilimbergo, Friuli (Udine) Italy. Came to U. S. in 1894, settling in Boston, where he engaged in Mosaics and Terrazzo work. In 1915 he took over the Joseph DePaoli Mosaic Co., now carried on by his three sons. Had following children: Oswald, Treas .; Americo, Pres .; Robert, Vice Pres .; Margaret, married to Louis Crespi and Catherine, married to Edward Crespi. Res .: 211 East Cottage St., Dorchester.
SERAFINI, ENRICO-Born Campagnano, Rome, Italy, June 16, 1891. Son of Giovanni Serafini and Anna Cara. Educated in the public schools of his native city. Came to America in 1909, settling in Salem, where he has since been in the service of John McCarthy and Son of Peabody, as leather worker. Married Domenica Gentili of Boston. Children: John R., graduate of Salem High, attended Boston College, commissioned Ensign, U. S. Navy, Columbia University, August 1944; Dora, graduate of Salem High and Hawthorne Institute. Mr. Serafini is member of Order Sons of Italy, since 1920, and president since 1939. Active in civic affairs. Has two sisters: Mrs. Vincenza Perucci and Mrs. Carolina Vitali of Salem. Res .: 17 Phelps St., Salem.
SERAFINI, JOSEPH-Lawyer. Born Rome, Italy, April 11, 1907. Son of Luigi Serafini and Laura Peruzzi. Came to U. S. Thanksgiving day of 1907, settling in Quincy. Graduated from Quincy High School in 1924, and Suffolk University Law School in 1928, L.L.B. In general practice in Quincy since 1928. Member: State, County and Local Bar Ass'ns; Italian dramatic club; charter member of Quincy Young Men's Republi- can Club, and John Quincy Adams Club. Former secretary, and on committee of Norfolk County Republican Club. Fond of outdoor life. Hobby, golf. Married Catherine Pellegrini of Quincy, April 2, 1934. A graduate of Quincy High and Fisher's Business College. One son, Joseph Louis, born Sept. 10, 1942. Attorney Serafini's father was born in Viterbo, Italy. Came to America in 1906, settling in Quincy. Had following chil-
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dren: Mrs. Nina Coletta; Joseph; Mrs. Rina Avitabile, and Nello, who is in U. S. Army, overseas. Res .: 107 Forbes Hill Rd., Quincy.
SERAFINI, JOSEPH JOHN-Salesmanager, Castle Novelty Co., 26 Manning Ave., Leominster. Born Leominster, Mass., Oct. 4, 1914. Son of Gabriele Serafini and Amelia Conte. Graduated from Leominster High School in 1933. In the service of Castle Novelty Co., since 1935. Married Jennie Pitkiewicz, of Gardner, Mass., Dec. 5, 1935, (a graduate of Gard- ner High School). Children: Joseph and Richard. Member: Elks; St. Mary Benefit Society; Order Son of Italy in America. Fond of football, golf and swimming. In high school he was member of the varsity foot- ball team. Father, a native of Castel De Alvito, Frosinone, Italy, mother, a native of Sora, Frosinone, Italy, came to America in 1908, settling in Leominster. Res .: 107 Central St., Leominster.
SERAFINI, OSWALD-Treasurer, DePaoli Mosaic Co., 126 Magazine St., Boston. Born Spilimbergo, Friuli (Udine) Italy, Sept. 10, 1893. Son of Peter Serafini and Judith DePaoli. Educated in the Dorchester Elementary and High schools. In 1915 with his father took over the DePaoli Mosaic Co., and has since continued in that field, later his two brothers, Americo and Robert joined him. Married Carolina Carletti of Boston, June 3, 1917. One daughter Judith, born Oct. 28, 1918, is a graduate of Dorchester High and of Boston University School of Liberal Arts. Mr. Serafini is member of the National Terrazzo and Mosaic Ass'ns. Fond of fishing, air travel, art, and music. Active in civic affairs. See his brother Americo's sketch. Res .: 12 Harrow St., Dorchester.
SERAFINI, ROSARIO JOSEPH - Proprietor Castle Novelty Co., 26 Manning Ave., Leominster. Born Leominster, October 17, 1917. Son of Gabriele Serafini and Amelia Conte. Graduated from Leominster High school in 1935. Manufacturer of plastic articles since 1935. Member: Elks, St. Mary Benefit Society; Order Sons of Italy in America; Chamber of Commerce, and Monosnock Country Club. Fond of football, basketball, baseball, swimming, golf, travel. Is a former musician, plays the violin. His father was born in Castel de Alvito, Frosinone, came to America in 1908, settling in Leominster. Was supt. of a shirt factory for several years, later in the mfg. of buttons. Had following children: the late Restituta, Joseph, and Rosario. Res .: 107 Central St., Leominster.
SERECCHIA, GINO - Born Boston Sept. 22, 1919. Son of Joseph Serecchia and Evelina Macinante. Graduated from Michelangelo School. In the service of C. DeRosa meat market since 1944, formerly with the American Railway Express Co. Married Lucy Miano of Boston, Sept. 6, 1942. One son Louis, born July 7, 1945. Member of Hanover St. Ass'n. Fond of football, wrestling, travel and music. His father was born in Monte Libretto, Rome, Italy, came to U. S. in 1912, settling in Boston. Had following children: Angelo, veteran U. S. Army; Nello, is in U. S. Navy; Gino; Arthur, in U. S. Navy; John, in U. S. Navy, and Mario, a student. Res .: 29 Willard Ave., Medford.
SERGI, WILLIAM G .- Firefighter, Brockton Fire Dept. Born Jamaica Plain, Richmond Hill, Long Island, N. Y., Oct. 10, 1910. Son of Enrico Sergi and Ida Zaffini. Graduated from Brockton High School in 1929, and attended Northeastern University. In the service of fire dept, since 1942. Married Phyllis Cappiello of Brockton, April 13, 1941. One daughter Norrine Mary, born May 11, 1942. Member Mass. Permanent Relief Fire- man's Ass'n, Mass. Benefit Relief Ass'n, Barry Fire Club Local 144, and Order Sons of Italy in America. Fond of baseball, football, travel, and music. His father was born in Sicily, Italy, moved to Catanzaro as a baby. Came to U. S. in 1908, lived in Jamaica Plain, N. Y. In Brockton since 1913. Had following children: Anthony; Joseph; Arthur, U. S. Navy; William; Mrs. Jennie Wood of Brockton; Albert, and Frank, veterans U. S. Army. Res .: 347 Crescent St., Brockton.
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SERGIO, LUIGI-Proprietor, Sergio Leather Co., 3 Wall St., Brocktor. Born Canosa, Bari, Italy, May 28, 1891. Son of Sabino Sergio and Angel: Caruccia. Attended public school in his native town. Came to U. S. il 1909, settling in Brockton. In business since 1920. Married Pasqualin: Lembo, June 18, 1918, a native of Canosa, Bari, Italy. Children: Angelina Mary; Sabino, a veteran U. S. Navy, World War II; Michael; Mathew Luigi; Joseph; Antonio; Irene; Roger and Richard. Mr. Sergio server as sergeant in the Italian Army, World War I. Member of Order Son of Italy Artillery Lodge; Trustee for three years, Italian Progressiv Club, and president since 1941. Fond of travel and music. Has a brother who is chief of police in Venice, Italy. Res .: 12 Otis St., Brockton.
SERINO, ANTHONY-Accountant, O.P.A. Investigator, Boston. Bor Boston, April 26, 1909. Son of Louis Joseph Serino and Filomena DeSistc Graduated from Central High School in 1930 and from Bentley Schoc of Accounting and Finance in 1934. Practicing public accountant sinc 1934. With the Office of Price Administration since 1942. Married Ad: Engram of Boston, Feb. 1932. Children: Phyllis Marlene Louise, an Joanne Marie. Member of Holy Name Society of St. Leonard's church and trustee of Ausonia Council K. of C. Fond of baseball, football, bowl ing, travelling and music. His father was born in Montefalcione, Avellino Italy. Came to America in 1906, settling in Boston. Mother, is a nativ of Mirabella, Avellino, Italy. Res .: 101 Bowen St., Medford.
SERINO, ARTHUR B .- Physician and Surgeon. Born Cambridge, Sep 16, 1908. Son of John G. Serino and Mary Russo. Graduated from Cam bridge High Latin School in 1927; Harvard College in 1931, A.B .; Bosto) University Medical School in 1935, M.D. In general practice of medicin and surgery in Cambridge since 1937. On staff of Cambridge and Cam bridge City Hospitals. Married Jean Uva of Brookline. Children: Jea: and Arthur Jr. Member of local, state and national medical ass'ns. Fon of all sports. Hobby, farming and fishing. His father, a native of Sal Giorgio, Avellino, Italy, came to U. S. in 1903, settling in Cambridge Office and Res .: 125 Magazine St., Cambridge.
SERINO, GUSTAVE RALPH -Instructor of history, Northeaster: University. Born Cambridge, July 28, 1915. Son of John G. Serino an Mary Russo. Graduated: Cambridge High and Latin School in 1933 Harvard University in 1939, A.B .; Boston University in 1941, M.Ec Instructor at Northeastern University since 1943. Formerly instructor a Roxbury Latin School and at St. Mark's School of South Borough, Mas: Member of Cambridge Advisory Board on Adult Education. Active i: improvement of city government. Fond of baseball, hockey, tennis, squash travelling and music. His father was born in San Giorgio, Avellino, Italy Came to America in 1903, settling in Cambridge. Res .: 462 Putnam Ave Cambridge.
SERINO A. JOHN-Attorney-at-Law. Born Cambridge, March 13, 190€ Son of John G. Serino and Mary Russo. Graduated: Cambridge Hig. School, 1924; Boston University, 1929, L.L.M., and. Boston Universit Law School, 1930, L.L.B. In general practice of law in Boston since 1929 Representative since 1943. Married Lucy La Marca of Boston, Feb. 28 1935. Children: John, Joan and Robert. Director: Cambridge Chambe of Commerce; Y. M. C. A .; Boy Scouts of America; Columbian Coopera tive Bank; Vice-Pres. Cambridge Tuberculosis and Health Ass'n. Fon of football and travelling. Father born in San Giorgio, Benevento, Italy came to America in 1903, settling in Cambridge. Res .: 86 Washingto: Ave., Cambridge.
SERINO, JOSEPH-Manager Columbia Cleansers, Boston. Born Monte falcione, Avellino, Italy, June 18, 1913. Son of Anthony Serino an Lucrezia Dato. Educated in the public school of his native town. Cam
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nto U. S. in 1928, settling in Boston, where he has since been in the service a of the Columbia Cleansers. Married Elena Mello of South Boston, Jan. 17, n 1942. One daughter, Louise Mary. Fond of travelling, music and grand a opera. His father, a native of Montefalcione, Italy, came to U. S. in 1925, settling in South Boston. Res .: 391 Westford St., South Boston.
SERRA, ALBERT GUSTAVO-Businessman. Born Bologna, Italy, July d 20, 1899. Son of Adolph Serra and Adelaide Borgatti. Educated in the public schools in Italy. Served in the Italian Army during World War I, fought in many battles including Mt. Grappa. Was taken prisoner by Austrians for six months. Came to America in 1921, settling in Spring- field, where he married Caterina Cassani, June 3, 1924. Children: Albert, na graduate of Technical high and attended Airmantech Aviation Mechanic School, now serving in U. S. Navy, and Elaine Maria, a student. Mr. l Serra is member of Order Sons of Italy in America. Proprietor, Serra Baking Co. Inc., of Springfield since 1925, specializing in making the afamous Bolognese and French bread. His favorite sports are, baseball, hockey, hunting, fishing and grand opera. Bus. 1005 Columbus Ave. Res .: 27 Coomes St., Springfield.
SERRA, ANTHONY-Attorney-at-Law. Born Boston, June 23, 1914. Son of Leonardo Serra and Mary Laino. Graduated: Boston Latin High School in 1932 and Suffolk University School of Law in 1936, L.L.B. In general practice in Boston since 1937. Married Josephine Napoli of Bel- mont. One daughter, Mary Ann, born July 7, 1942. Member: Federal Bar; Boston Bar Ass'n; Independent Order Sons of Italy; Sons of Italian Vespers Society. Fond of baseball, football, hockey, music. Father, born in Casano Ionio, Cosenza, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1909, settling in Boston. Office: 6 Beacon St., Boston. Res .: 25 Hawkins St., Roxbury.
SERRA, DANTE VINCENT - Purchasing Agent, Blake Mfg. Corp. Clinton. Born Libudrie di Persiceto, Bologna, Italy, Aug. 2, 1907. Son of Giulio Serra and Maria Cacciari. Came to U. S. in 1913, settling in Springfield, where he graduated from the Technical High School in 1924, and took special courses at Mass. Institute of Technology and at Boston University. In the service of Blake Mfg. Corp. since 1924. Married Bianca Palazzi of Springfield, Sept. 14, 1931. Mr. Serra is member K. of C .; Order Sons of Italy, and Savoy Club. Fond of golf, hunting, travel and music. His father came to U. S. in 1912, settling in Springfield. Had following children: Paul, a commercial artist and designer; Dante Vin- cent; Mrs. Aldina Montesi; Emidio, a machinist; and Antoinette, married to Frank Spagna. All of whom have attended High School. Res .: 428 High St., Clinton.
SERRA, MARY CATHERINE-Teacher. Born Springfield, Sept. 24, 1915. Daughter of James and Lena Serra. Graduated from Classical High School in 1933, and from State Teachers College in 1937, B.S.E .; Columbia University Teachers College in 1939, M.A .; special courses at New York University. Director of High School of Commerce nursery dept. since 1943. Member of Mass. and Springfield Associations of Childhood Educa- tion; Westfield Alumni Ass'n; Kalmia Honor Society; Teachers Club. Fond of golf, tennis, swimming, skating, travelling, art and music. Her father was born in vicinity of Bologna, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1902, settling in Springfield, where he was in the service of Blair Co., for forty years. Had two children: Mary C., of this sketch, and Joseph Henry, a graduate of Technical High school, is veteran U. S. Marine Corps, having served in South Pacific. Res .: 19 Firglade Ave., Springfield.
SERRATO, CALVIN MICHAEL-Physician and Surgeon, 520 Common- wealth Ave., Boston, (Commonwealth Medical Society) and 751 Main St., Waltham. Born Boston, March 21, 1905. Son of Gerardo Serrato and Vincenza Cocco. Was sent to Italy, where he graduated from High
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School and College in Turin, and University of Bologna Medical School in 1936, M.D. Graduate work at Harvard University and Harvard Medical for four years. Interne at Boston City Hospital. Resident surgeon at Mass. Eye and Ear Infirmary. Specialist in ear, nose and throat, in Boston and Waltham since 1943. On staff of Mass. Eye and Ear Infirmary, and at Waltham, Cambridge, and Newton Hospitals. Married Jeannette MacPherson, college graduate from Canada, Sept. 1932. Fond of tennis and horsebackriding. Hobby, piano playing. His father was born in Orsara, Foggia, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1890, settling in Boston. Had following children: Louis, Elisa, Calvin M., Philomena, Americo, Anthony, Jack, Gelasio and Esther. Res .: 205 Mt. Auburn St., Cambridge.
SETTIMELLI, AUGUSTUS E .- President, E. Settimelli & Sons Inc., 24 Totman St., Quincy. Born Lynn, Jan. 29, 1898. Son of Emanuel Settimelli and Marianna Castagnoli. Educated in the elementary and High schools of Quincy. In 1916 with his brother Joseph became associated in the monument industry, which had been started by their father in 1903, known as, E. Settimelli & Sons Inc. Said industry is considered among the finest in the state. Among their many outstanding memorials may be mentioned: the monument to Mark Twain; Preston B. Keith; Reid, etc. Married Grace D'Angelo of Quincy Dec. 10, 1944. Mr. Settimelli is mem- ber of Elks, K. C., John Quincy Adams Club, Civic Institute Literary and Debating Society, former president of Quincy Granite Mfg. Ass'n, past president of Italian American Citizens Club. On board of managers of Quincy City Hospital. Fond of bowling, travel, art and music. His father was born in Signa, Florence, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1892. Established above firm in Quincy in 1903. Had the following children: the late Mrs. Florence Tocci; Mrs. Mary Fontana, Augustus E .; Joseph P .; Mrs. Michael Sansoni, and Annette Pearl, secretary of firm. Res .: Alton Rd., Quincy.
SETTIMELLI, JOSEPH-Treasurer, E. Settimelli & Sons Inc., 24 Tot- man St., Quincy. Born Lynn, Dec. 12, 1900. Son of Emanuel Settimelli and Marianna Castagnoli. Educated in the Quincy public schools. Associated with his brother Augustus in the monumental Industry since 1916. Married Edmea Bagnaschi of Barry, Vt., Oct. 22, 1928, a graduate of Quincy High school. Children: Joseph P. Jr., born April 24, 1930 and Natalie, born June 2, 1933. Mr. Settimelli is former grand knight Quincy Council K. C., former president of K. C., Civic Institute and past presi- dent of Quincy Granite Mfg. Ass'n; member of John Quincy Adams Club. Fond of outdoor sports. Travelled in Italy in 1926. His father, a native of Signa, Florence, Italy, came to U. S. in 1892, following his trade in the granite business in Quincy, where he established his firm, known as E. Settinelli & Sons, Inc., in 1903. Had following children: late Mrs. Florence Tocci; Mrs. Mary Fontana; Augustus E .; Joseph P .; and Annette Pearl, secretary of firm.
SEYMOUR, LOUIS-Agriculturist. Born Ielsi, Campobasso, Italy, Jan. 17, 1873. Son of Michele Seymour (De Simone). Attended public school in his native town and served in the Italian-African War of 1896. Came to America in 1900, settling in Marlboro, where he has worked as city employee, stone mason, and farming. Married the late Felicia Barbiere of Ielsi, Italy, in February of 1898. Children: Michael, is a contractor; Andrew, a mechanic; Augustus, a shoe worker; Mary Josephine, pro- prietor of Mary's Beauty Shop of Marlboro; Joseph, a maintenance man, and Samuel, a shoe worker. Honorary member of Italian American World War Veterans. His father, who died at age of 89, fought for eight years under Ferdinand '2nd, the Bourbonic king, and for a year under King Francis. Mrs. Seymour has a sister Maria Giovanna, who married the late Pasquale D'Amico of Marlboro. Res .: 146 Beach St., Marlboro.
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SEYMOUR, NICHOLAS FRANCIS - Businessman. Born Marlboro, June 25, 1891. Son of Ralph Seymour and Filomena Tata. Educated in the public schools. Worked as shoe worker for 15 years, later was in the grocery and in service station business. Married Elizabeth G. Ford of Boston, Dec. 20, 1914. Children Ralph J., a graduate of Marlboro High (was member of baseball and football teams) and St. Anselm College of New York, where he received his A.B. degree; Nicholas F. Jr., a graduate of Marlboro High and attended St. Anselm College, (was member of his High school football team) is in U. S. Army; Frances, a graduate of Marl- boro High, attended Regis college, is married to James Fahey of the U. S. Marines, who took part in five major battles in the Pacific. Mr. Seymour is member Order Sons of Italy and St. Ann's Society. His father was born in Ielsi, Campobasso, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1885, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Marlboro. Had following children: late Mrs. Elizabeth Santella; Mrs. Rose Braica; Andrew; Mrs. Theresa Benedetto; Nicholas F. Jr., Mrs. Mary Mariano; John; Joseph, and Mrs. Annie Errico. Res .: 123 West Main St., Marlboro.
SGARZI, AMEDEO VINCENT-Lawyer. Born Plymouth, July 31, 1901. Son of Louis Sgarzi and Clelia Sassoli. Graduated: Plymouth High in 1919 and Northeastern University School of Law in 1927, L.L.B. In gen- eral practice in Plymouth since 1927. Married Fannie E. Borghi of Plym- outh July 23, 1931. Children: Louis, born Jan. 23, 1936 and Vincent, born Dec. 16, 1937. Attorney Sgarzi was town selectman 1934-37; Town moderator since 1937; director of Town salvage; Librarian of Plymouth County Law Library; assistant clerk of superior court pro-tem; vice- president of Jordan General Hosptial. Member: Price and Control board; local draft selective service; Town planning board; Old Colony club; Vespucci club; Mass. Bar Ass'n, and former president of Plymouth Bar Ass'n. Hobby, public service. His father was born in Renazzo, Ferrara, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1899, settling in Plymouth. Had following chil- dren: Amedeo V .; William; Orfeo; Enzo; Romeo, and Juliet. Office: 4 Court St. Res .: 350 Court St., Plymouth.
SHARRINO, SALVATORE-Proprietor, President and Treasurer, Easton and Eustis Co., established in 1880, incorporated in 1907; (wholesale dealers in fruits, nuts, figs, dates) 42-44 Commerce St., Boston. Born Palermo, Italy, Aug. 15, 1888. Son of Joseph Sharrino and Caterina Artina. Came to U. S. in 1906, settling in Boston. In the fruit business since 1908. Married Isabella Spadaro of Boston, May 3, 1913. One son, Joseph, an outstanding drummer in the nationally known orchestras as Ruby Newman, Guy Lombardo, Tommy Dorsey; also played before the Duke and Duchess of Winsor. Veteran U. S. Army, World War II. In busi- ness with his father. Mr. Sharrino is member of the Boston Market Ter- minal Co., and of the Fruit and Produce Exchange. Fond of bocce, fishing, travelling and grand opera. Served in the Italian Army. A direct des- cendant of Duke Sharrino of Spain. Res .: 218 Center St., Dorchester.
SIANO, ANGELO JOSEPH-Proprietor of Springfield Memorial Co., 18 Berkshire Ave., Springfield. Born Monson, Mass., March 27, 1898. Son of John Siano and Josephine Filippello. Educated in the Monson public schools. In business since 1926, which business had been established by his father in 1888, being the pioneer Italian American to enter said field in western Mass. Married Gabriella Cote of Springfield, Dec. 1, 1927. Children: Henry Joseph, John Angelo, Barbara Ann, and Michael Anthony. Member of Elks since 1923. Fond of baseball, football, hunting, fishing and golf. Lover of travelling and grand opera. His father was born in Palermo, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1885, settling in Monson, later in Springfield. Had following nine children: Fannie, Angelo, Anna, Jessie, Matthew, Jennie, Frederick, John and Francis. Res .: 18 Berkshire Ave., Springfield.
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SIBELLI, MICHAEL A .- Musician and Bandmaster, Wakefield. Born San Giuliano Campobasso, Italy, Jan. 15, 1892. Son of Nicola Sibelli and Nunzia Veneziana. Came to U. S. in 1908. Educated here and abroad. Studied music in the state of Maine. Teacher of music in Wakefield since 1918. Organized his first brass band in 1920, known as St. Joseph's band and has since been its bandmaster. Sponsor of Nasella Playground, and former president of Parent-Teachers Ass'n. Married Matilda LaRiccia of Wakefield, April 27, 1915. One son, Nicholas Anthony, a graduate of Wakefield High, is in U. S. Army Air Corps, married to Eileen Tobin. Mr. Sibeblli is member: Order Sons of Italy; Holy Mt. Carmel Society, and Columbian Pioneers. His father came to U. S. in 1902. Had follow- ing children: Michael A., Adamo and Giuliano (twins), and Angelina. Res .: 127 Water St., Wakefield.
SIBILIA, CIRIACO-Proprietor of Massasoit Cafe, of 146 Rifle St., Springfield. Born San Mango Sul Calore, Avellino, Italy, April 1, 1892. Son of Raffaele Sibilia and Filomena DeBlasi. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to U. S. in 1907, settling in Springfield. In business since 1937. Formerly in the grocery business for 23 years. Married Concetta Cava of Springfield, Oct. 2, 1915. Children: Ralph, employed with U. S. Government, married to Anna Kopy; Phyllis, a graduate of High School of Commerce; Emilio, serving in U. S. Army; Silvio, a graduate of Classical High school; Arthur R., employed by U. S. Government. Member Order Sons of Italy in America; K. C. Fond of travelling, bocce, and lover of grand opera. His father came to U. S. in 1894. Had following children: Maria, Ciriaco, Giovanni and Emilio. Res .: 326 Central St., Springfield.
SICARI, DOMINICK-Public Accountant. Born Boston, Nov. 28, 1901. Son of Joseph Sicari and Agatha Sarcia. Graduated from Bentley School of Accounting and Finance in 1926 and from Northeastern University in 1930, bachelor of Commercial Science degree. Public accountant in Boston since 1930. Married the late Jennie Crivello of Boston. Children: Agatha and Joseph. Member of the Knights of Columbus. Fond of football, travelling and music. Father was born in Augusta, Siracusa, Italy. Came to America in 1895, settling in Boston, engaged in the grocery business for over 40 years. Office: 148 State St. Res .: 19 Pitts St., Boston.
SICILIANO, ERNEST ALEXANDER - Instructor of Romance Lan- guages, Boston College. Born East Boston, January 24, 1916. Son of Frank Siciliano and Angelina Caruso. Graduated: English High School, 1923; Boston College, 1937, A.B. (magna cum laude) ; O'Malley-Fellow in Italian 1937-39; 1939, A.M. Assistant marshall of the graduate school. Harvard University, 1942, A.M .; 1945, PhD. Instructor at Boston College since 1939. Married Gilda Giudice of Boston. One son, Francis Xavier, born July 5, 1942. Member: Order Sons of Italy; Boston College and Harvard Alumni Ass'ns. Fond of baseball and basketball. Active in athletics and civic affairs of the Northend Union. His father was born in Montauro, Catanzaro, Italy Sept. 7, 1877. Came to U. S. in : 1898, settling in Boston, where he has been in business for over 40 years. Had following children: Catherine, Maria, Rose, Joseph (pharmacist), Anthony (pharmacist) and Ernest. Res .: 50 Hull St., Boston.
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