Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 126

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

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URBANI, CESARE G .- Proprietor, Brockton Motor Express, 116 Glad- stone St., Brockton. Born Ortona de'Marsi, Aquila, Italy, Feb. 17, 1893. Son of Giustino Urbani and Adelaide Barile. Educated in the public school of his native town. Came to U. S. in 1909 settling in Brockton. In business since 1923. Married Laura Beatrice Bulgarelli April 17, 1914, a native of Modena, Emilia, Italy. Children: Francis Louis, born Sept. 7, 1917; and John Alfred, born Sept. 19, 1922, is in U. S. Navy Seabees in the Aleutian Islands with construction battalion, both attended Brockton High and were connected with their father in the motor express business. Mr. Urbani is member Order Sons of Italy and Artillery Society. His father, who came to U. S. in 1892, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Brockton. Had 23 children, the following are now living: Crestina, Francesco, Maria, Quintina, Nicetta, Cesare, Adalgisa, Antonio (postmas- ter in Italy), Guido and Esterina. Res .: 116 Gladstone St., Brockton.

URBANO, Frank J .- Proprietor, Urbano Leather Co., 18 Court St., Brockton. Born Canosa di Puglia, Bari, Italy. Son of Jack Urbano and Anna Azzelino. Came to U. S. in 1913 settling in Brockton. Served in U. S. Army, World War I. In business since 1935, specializing in sole leather, wood heel, and top stock. Married Josephine Ferrante of Brockton in 1922, a native of Casalbordino, Chieti, Italy. Children: Jack, born May 8, 1923, a graduate of Brockton High, is associated with his father in the business, now in U. S. Army overseas; Anna Flavia, born Jan. 4, 1926, a graduate of Brockton High, is secretary to her father. Mr. Urbano is member of American Legion, and Order Sons of Italy. Fond of hunting, bowling, travel and reading. Hobby, playing guitar and mandolin. Has the following brothers and sisters: Oronzo; Mrs. Jennie Massa; and Maria, a school teacher supervisor, at Canosa Di Puglia, Italy. Res .: 194 North Warren Ave., Brockton.

URIANO, ANTHONY EDWARD-Concert pianist and teacher of piano- forte. Born Waterbury, Conn., March 4, 1912. Son of James Uriano and Anna Dello Russo. Graduated from Post Business College of Waterbury. Studied music since seven years old. Pupil of Prof. Antonio Roselli of New Haven and of Prof. John L. Bonn of Waterbury, former pupil of Theodor Leschetizky. Mr. Uriano has been concert pianist for number of years and teacher of pianoforte since 1930. Fond of baseball, travel, art and grand opera. His father was born in the province of Benevento, Italy,

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came to U. S. in the early 90's settling in Waterbury as businessman. Had following children: Charles; Mary, married to Michael Calabrese; George, and Anthony Edward. Res .: 27 Burbank St., Boston.

URSILLO, LOUIS-Proprietor, Central Barbar Shop, 316 Essex St., Lawrence. Born Marzano Appio, Naples, Italy, Feb. 17, 1898. Son of Cos- tantino Ursillo and Assunta Sciacca. Educated in the public school of his native town. Came to U. S. in 1913 settling in Lawrence. In the barber business since 1924. Married Anna Feole, June 13, 1923, graduate of Law- rence High School, in the service of Lawrence Trust Co. for five years. Children: Louis Jr., graduate of Lawrence High School, now in U. S. Navy; Mary, graduate of Lawrence High School, student at Sargent Col- lege of Boston University. Member, Master Barber Association. Fond of baseball, fishing, travel and grand opera. His father came to U. S. in 1900 settling in Lawrence. Had following children: Sister Maria Antoinette, a nun of the Venerini Order; Frances, married to Henry Montefusco; William; Sister Constance, nun in Venerini Order. Res .: 15 McAuliffe Ave., Lawrence.

UVA, JEANNE-Proprietor; Parshane Beauty Salon, 59 Temple Place, Boston. Born Portland, Maine, Feb. 7, 1917. Daughter of Samuel Bar- tholomew and Jean Andreozzi. Graduated from Wilfred Academy of Beauty Culture of Boston where she also taught the art of beauty culture for number of years. In business since 1937. Among her clientel are many well-known Hollywood stars including Bebe Daniels, June Collier, Sally Sears, Ann Corio, etc. Married, April 20, 1941, Stanley Uva of Boston. Fond of travelling, tennis, horsebackriding and music. Res .: 152 Cottage St., East Boston.

UVELLO, JAMES J .- Proprietor, Daylight Alleys, 575 Rutherford Ave., Charlestown, Mass. Born Boston, April 17, 1899. Son of Anthony Uvello and Rosina Romeo. Educated in the public schools. In business since 1938. Veteran U. S. Army, World War I. Married Carmela Sacco of Boston, Nov. 11, 1923. Children: Anthony J., graduate Medford High School, is veteran U. S. Navy, World War II in the Pacific area, awarded seven battle stars, and Lorraine, is a student. Mr. Uvello is member of D. A. V. and American Legion. Fond of boxing, bowling, travel and music. His father was born in Calabria, Italy, came to U. S. in 1883, was among the pioneer Italian American settlers of Boston. Had following children: Joseph, veteran U. S. Navy, World War I; Mrs. Marion Cicciarelli; James J .; Frank, veteran U. S. Army, World War I; Nicholas; late Mrs. Frances Di Longo; Mrs. Rose Palazzola and Mrs. Catherine Clifford (twins). Res .: 248 Forest St., Medford.

VACCA, ANTHONY J .- Proprietor, Vacca Shoe Repairing Co., Inc., 181 Main St., Worcester. Born New York City, Dec. 2, 1886. Son of John Vacca and Pia Carilli. Educated in the public schools. In business since 1902. Married Mary Ciccone of Fitchburg, Dec. 9, 1919. Children: Lena; Emma, married to Paul Moreschi; John, associated with his father; Wil- liam, graduate of College of the Holy Cross and student of law at Boston University, is Lt. in U. S. Army; Robert A., student of College of the Holy Cross, U. S. Army overseas; all of whom have graduated from North High School. Mr. Vacca is member of Order Sons of Italy. His father was born in Macchiagodena, Campobasso, Italy. Came to U.S. in 1880 settling in Mass. in 1895. Had following children: James, Anthony, Michael, Angelo, Lillian, Rose, and Josephine. Res .: 11/2 Carroll St., Worcester.

VACCA, CARLO-Professor of Modern Languages. Born East Boston, July 21, 1911. Son of Raffaele Vacca and Celia Sateriale. Graduated: Technical High; Boston University, '40, S.B .; Boston Teacher's College, '41, M.Ed .; Harvard summer sessions 1937 and 1938; registered at Har -. vard graduate school of education for doctorate degree. Teacher at the Watertown High School. Formerly teacher at: Tilton Junior College;

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Cleveland University School; Proctor Academy; Lawrenceville School; Taft School; Boston Latin School; English High School; Milton Academy. First American of Italian extraction to be editor-in-chief of Boston Uni- versity Hub in 1940. Has published feature articles and poetry in various metropolitan newspapers. Member: Scarlet Key Society at Boston Uni- versity; Alpha Phi Delta fraternity; N. E. Modern Language Assoc .; Mo- dern Language Federation of America; Italian, French, Spanish, German Teachers' Assoc .; The Italian Historical Society. Winner of scholarships at Boston University and at Boston Teacher's College. His father was born in Campanarello, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1899 settling in Boston. Has following children: Carlo, late Elvira and Ralph, an outstanding elec- trical engineer, married to Annette Sarnie of Roslindale. Res .: 45 Waver- ly St., Brighton.

VACCARO, A. RALPH-Attorney-at-Law and Certified Public Account- ant, 60 State St., Boston. Born Boston, April 18, 1890. Son of Joseph Vaccaro and Costanza Langone. Graduated from English High School; attended Pace Institute of Accounting, and graduate from Suffolk Uni- versity Law School in 1931, L.L.B. (president of his class). Public ac- countant since 1927. Attorney since 1933. Married Adelaide M. Albertini of Boston, April 19, 1915. Children: Adelaide Louise, graduate St. Clements High and attended Boston University; Virginia Maria, graduate St. Clements High and Jackson College Dept. for Women in Tufts College, 1938, B.A .; Ralph Francis, graduate Somerville High, Tufts College, 1941, B.S., and Mass. Inst. of Technology, 1942, M.A. in public health, is veteran U. S. Army Medical Corps in Europe, three battle stars; and Albert Jo- seph, graduate Somerville High and Tufts College (engineering) 1943, is veteran Lieutenant U. S. Navy. Mr. Vaccaro's parents were born in Marsico Nuovo, Potenza, Italy. Came to U. S. in early 70's settling in Boston, had the following children: late Michael, George, A. Ralph, and Mrs. Antonetta Sacco. Res .: 120 Pearson Rd., Somerville.

VACCARO, GEORGE-Real Estate and Builder, 20 Center St., Roxbury. Born Boston, Oct. 2, 1885. Son of Joseph Vaccaro and Costanza Langone. Educated in the Eliot School and at English High School. In real estate and building business since 1919. Veteran U. S. Navy, World War I. Mar- ried Olga Victoria Johnson of Boston, March 1, 1920. Children: George W., a graduate of English High and attended Boston University, 1st Lt., U. S. Army Air Force, shot down at Valence, France, July 26, 1944 on his 131st mission, awarded the silver star, the distinguished flying cross, the air medal with cluster and the purple heart; and Joseph, a graduate of English High, is Lt. in U. S. Army Air Force in Japan. Mr. Vaccaro is member: V. F. W .; president Roxbury Patriot's Day Assoc. since 1943; Roxbury district commissioner Boy Scouts of America, and on Committee of American Relief for Italy, Boston Division. Active in civic and political affairs. Parents were born in Marsico Nuovo, Potenza, Italy. Came to U. S. in early 70's, were among the pioneer Italian settlers of Boston. Had fol- lowing children: George; A. Ralph (attorney); and Anne, married to Leo Sacco of Medford. Res .: 20 Center St., Roxbury.

VACCARO, JOHN P .- Attorney-at-Law. Born Cambridge, Feb. 16, 1895. Son of Pasquale Vaccaro and Clorinda Giliberti. Graduated: Boston Latin School, 1912; Harvard College, 1916, A.B .; Harvard Law School, 1919, L.L.B. In general practice in Boston since 1919. Married Mary C. Burke of Boston, June 5, 1933. Children: Mary, Rose and Clare. Member: American Bar Ass'n; Boston and Middlesex County Bar Ass'ns; Mass. Conveyancers Ass'n, and Mass. Italo-American Bar Ass'n. His father was born in Palermo, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1880 settling in Cambridge, in the barber business for over 30 years. His mother was born in Serino, Salerno, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1890. Office: 11 Beacon St., Boston; Res .: 87 Fenwick Rd., Waban.

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VACCARO, JOSEPH JOHN-General Contractor. Born Revere, April 3, 1900. Son of Emidio Vaccaro and Angelina Lepore. Graduated from Re- vere High School. In the contracting business. since 1924, specializing in general building and construction work. Married Carmen Lepore of Bos- ton, April 28, 1924, a graduate of Girls' High and Fisher's Business College. Children: Joseph John, Jr., born Aug. 3, 1929, and Alberta Louise, born Feb. 12, 1932. Mr. Vaccaro is active in civic affairs. Fond of baseball, boxing, travel and music. His father was born in Mirabella Eclano, Avel- lino, Italy. Came to U. S. in the early 90's settling in Boston later in Revere, as labor foreman. Had following children: Joseph John; Emilio, Jr .; Mrs. Emma Bonosoro; Albert, in U. S. Army, World War II; Anthony, and Alice, a hair stylist. Res .: 44 Liberty Ave., Somerville.

VACCARO, ORAZIO ERCOLE-Supervisor, Licensing of Infant Board- ing Homes, State House, Boston. Born Boston, Oct. 23, 1914. Son of Pas- quale Vaccaro and Clorinda Giliberti. Graduated from Harvard University in 1928, A.B .; 1930, A.M. In the service of State public welfare since 1931. Supervisor since 1941. Married Marguerite Grosso of Cambridge, Feb. 7, 1934. Children: Joseph, John, and James. Member of Mass Civic League. Hobby, golf. His father, born in Palermo, Italy, came to U. S. in 1880 settling in Cambridge. Mother, born Serino, Salerno, Italy. Res .: 150 Islington Rd., Auburndale.

VACCARO, RALPH ANGELO-Manager, Valley Club of Everett. Born East Boston, Jan. 20, 1914. Son of Sarro Vaccaro and Sadie Fairchild. Educated in East Boston elementary and high schools. In the service of Valley Club of Everett since 1932. Married Elizabeth Ruth Austin, of East Boston, April 19, 1938, a graduate of East Boston High, honor student and prominent in all school sports. Children: Sarro J., Michael C., Ralph A., Robert S., and Donald A. Mr. Vaccaro is member B.P.O.E. Fond of football, baseball, boxing, travel and music. His father was born in Hazel- ton, Pa., moved to Boston in 1910, later in Everett, as night club pro- prietor. Has one son, Ralph Angelo. Grandfather, Angelo, was born in Calabria, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1885 settling in Pa. Had 27 children. Res .: 210 Woodside Ave., Winthrop.

VACCHINO, ALFREDO LOUIS-Proprietor, Govi's Tailoring, 53 Main St., Plymouth. Born Plymouth, April 15, 1909. Son of Giuseppe Vacchino and Consolata Porioli. Educated in the elementary and high schools. In business since 1920. Member: National Guard for four years, State Guard for three years, and of Cold Spring Athletic Club. Fond of football, basketball, swimming and grand opera. His father was born in Villa Reggio, Turin, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1902 settling in Plymouth. In Italy he served in the army as Royal Carabiniere. Had the following children: Theresa, Alfredo Louis; and Joseph, a veteran U. S. Army, World War II, where he was awarded the presidential citation for bravery. Res .: 1 Shaw Ct., Plymouth.

VADALA, JOSEPH A .- Partner in the Cambria and Vadala Barber Shop, 671 Atlantic Ave., Boston. Born Scaletta Zanclea, Messina, Italy, Jan. 6, 1889. Son of Andrea Vadala and Giuseppa Prestigiovanni. Edu- cated in public and private schools of his native town, where he also learned the trade of barber. Came to U. S. in 1906 settling in Boston, where he has since been engaged in the barber business. Married Josephine R. Russo of Boston, Sept. 5, 1912. Children: Leonard S., a graduate of Suffolk University School of Law; Josephine (Messina); Mary (Alizio) ; Andrea Frances; Andrew Lewis; Charles Joseph. Member Sons of Italy and vicinity Society (president for five years). Fond of baseball, bocce, travelling and music. Res .: 4293 Washington St., Roslindale.

VADALA, LEONARD S .- Inquiry Division, tax collector's office, Boston. Born Boston, Dec. 8, 1914. Son of Joseph Vadala and Josephine Russo. Graduated from Jamaica Plain High School in 1933; post graduate in

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1934; Suffolk University School of Law, 1940, L.L.B. Also engaged in real estate-property and business management. Married Lucille M. Basile of Roslindale, April 20, 1941. Member: Municipal Clerk's Assoc .; Collection Dept. Assoc .; chief air raid warden; venerable Roslindale Jr. Lodge Sons of Italy; president of Victory Club of Roslindale; secretary of Mt. Hope Italian American Citizen's Club; board member, Sacred Heart Church Italian Society; honorary reporter for the Parkway Transcript. Father was born in Scaletta Zanclea, Messina, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1906 settling in Boston, barber since 1906. Res .: 729 American Legion High- way, Roslindale.

VADALA, SAMUEL-Printer, Boston Herald-Traveler. Born Messina, Italy, May 13, 1880. Son of John Vadala and Josephine Previte. Was brought to U. S. in 1887 settling in Boston. Educated in the public schools. In the service of Boston Herald-Traveler since Dec. 16, 1916. Married the late Catherine Aliota. Children: Josephine, married to Joseph Crosby; ; John, a graduate of Northeastern University, an accountant; George, a. graduate of Mechanics Arts High School, employed at Boston Navy Yard. In 1939 Mr. Vadala married 2nd time, Mary Masucci of Medford. Mem- ber of Boston Typographical Union. Fond of outdoor sports, travelling and music. Res .: 341 Main St., Medford.

VAIRO, ANTHONY-Proprietor of Tony Vairo Shoe Repairing, 28 Me- chanic St., Leominster. Born Manfredonia, Foggia, Italy, Dec. 16, 1890. Son of Joseph Vairo and Carmela Rinaldi. Educated in the public schools of his native town, where he also learned the art of making custom shoes. Came to U. S. in 1914 settling in Leominster. In business since 1935. Married Pasqua Di Iasio of Manfredonia, Italy, Jan. 28, 1926. Children: Joseph, graduate of Leominster High School, was manager of his varsity football team, and Lena, a student. Mr. Vairo is member of Eagles, Foggia Society and American Italian Citizen's Club. Fond of all sports, a lover of travel and grand opera. He is a former violin teacher. Has the following brothers and sister: Raffaele, Mattia, Michele and Matteo, all in Italy. Res .: 316 Sixth St., Leominster.

VALDINA, Rev. FRANCESCO T .- Clergyman. Born Villaggio Annun- ziata, Messina, Italy, July 21, 1891. Son of Joseph Valdina and Maria Tomasello. In America since 1907. Educated at Gordon College of Theology and at Colgate University Italian Dept. Ordained in Ossining, N. Y., in 1920. Pastor of Italian Baptist Church of Hyde Park since 1922. Founder and pastor of Italian Baptist Mission of Quincy since 1926. Mar- ried Mary Hegy of Alsace Lorraine, France, Nov. 11, 1911. Children: Mary, a graduate of Wellesley College in 1934; Lillian, a graduate registered nurse; William, a graduate of American International College in 1938, is a high school teacher. Rev. Valdina was president of Italian Baptist Ass'n of the U. S., 1935-36; president of Baptist Minister's Conference of Boston and vicinity, 1932-33; business manager of the "New Aurora" Italian Baptist monthly magazine, 1930 - 34. Author of "Evangelical Truths" and numerous articles in religious newspapers and magazines. Res .: 58 Lincoln St., Dedham.

.VALENTE, JOHN B .- Commission Merchant (fruits and vegetables), travelling solicitor throughout the United States. Born Boston, May 15, 1876. Son of Angelo Valente and Maria Francesca Bacigalupo. Educated in the Boston public schools. In business since 1903. Married Argentina Lauretta of Boston, Sept, 15, 1897. Children: John Joseph, inventor of engines, outstanding in the field of wireless; Grace and Olive, teachers at Waltham High School; Alice, married to Arthur Libby of Bradford; Elena, government employee; John Alfred, expert machinist in San Fran- cisco. Fond of baseball, yachting, travelling and classical music. His father was born in Cornia, Genoa, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1870 settling in Boston, where he engaged in the fruit field. He was the first Italian

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American to travel to other markets and purchase supplies for Boston distribution and the first to import Italian dried fruits and nuts. Bus .: 27 No. Market St., Boston; Res .: 27 Winchester Rd., Newton.

VALENTE, JOSEPH G .- Embalmer and Funeral Director. Born New- ton, March 8, 1902. Graduated from Newton High School in 1918, and New England Institute of Anatomy and Embalming in 1926. In business since 1926. Married Lena Margaret Teccia of Newton, Aug. 26, 1929. One son, Joseph, born March 3, 1934. Member: Mass. Funeral Director's Ass'n; K. of C .; St. Vincent De Paul Society; Burton Associates of Waltham; Order Sons of Italy in America; S S Maria della Pace of Watertown; St. Michael Arcangelo Society; Christopher Columbus Society of Newton; Mt. Carmel Society (honorary). Honorary member of American Legion and V.F.W. His father, Gaetano Valente, was born in Gaeta, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1893 settling in Newton. His mother, the late Maria Assunta Di Fazio, born also Gaeta, Italy. Both came to U. S. in 1893 settling in New- ton. Had following four children: Adelina (Capobianco), Joseph, Anthony and Daniel. Bus .: 360 Watertown St .; Res .: 369 Watertown St., Newton.

VALENTI, ANTHONY-Boxing Promoter. Born Calabria, Italy, Feb. 14, 1901. Son of Frank Valenti and Maria Castagnina. Came to U. S. in 1906 settling in Boston. Educated in the public schools. Boxing promoter since 1932. Outstanding in the field of sports. Formerly manager of boxers, among the many may be mentioned Sammy Fuller and John An- dresano. Married Connie Tarantino of Boston, Sept. 1918. Children: Frank, a graduate of St. John's Preparatory School; Anna; Alfred, stud- dent of Medford High, in U. S. Navy; Anthony, a graduate of Medford High, and Marlene, student. Mr. Valenti is active in civic and political affairs. Fond of baseball, football, travel and music. Has the following brothers and sisters: Angelina, Rose, Salvatore, Josephine and Helen. Res .: 45 Ravine Rd., West Medford.

VALENTI, ANTHONY ROY-In charge of window shades dept., Jordan Marsh Co., of Boston, since 1918. Born Petilia Policastro, Catanzaro, Italy, May 5, 1898. Son of Domenic Valenti and Mary Caruso. Came to U. S. in 1906 settling in Boston. Graduated from Eliot School and attended the North Bennett Industrial School. Married Gemma Signorelli of Boston, June 27, 1920. Children: James, graduate Medford High, is in U. S. Army Air Corps in the Pacific; Mary, graduate Medford High, is with Credit Dept., Jordan Marsh Co .; Norma, also graduate of Medford High, is with Jordan Marsh Co., and Shirley Ann, is student. Mr. Valenti is member, Order Sons of Italy, Elks, financial sect'y Petralia Sottana Society of Boston, and former member of U. S. Coast Guard. His father came to U. S. in 1899 settling in Boston as custom shoe maker. Had following children: late Mrs. Josephine Signorelli, Anthony Roy, Mrs. Anna Russell, Salvatore, Mrs. Vittoria Muscarella and Domenic. Res .: 60 Harvard St., Medford.

VALENTI, DOMENIC-Partner, Valenti Cleaners, 145 Essex St., Law- rence. Born Lawrence, Feb. 3, 1919. Son of Domenico Valenti and Maria Nicolosi. Educated in the public schools and at Alexander Hamilton High School of New York. In business with Joseph Consoli in Lawrence since 1944. Married Lillian Di Caro of Lawrence, Nov. 10, 1940. One daughter, Marie, born April 18, 1943. Member, Italian American Civic Ass'n. Fond of baseball, bowling, travel, art and music. His father was born in Pedara, Catania, Italy. Came to America in 1907 settling in Lawrence in textile work. Had the following children: Nellie, married to Alfred Grasso; Lina, married to Salvatore Rapisardi; Joseph of Miami, Fla .; and Domenic of this sketch. Res .: 321 Prospect St., Lawrence.

VALENTI, (Rev.) JOSEPH J., S.J .- Assistant Priest, St. Mary's Church, North End, Boston. Born Boston, Feb. 7, 1914. Son of Giuseppe Antonio Valenti and Concetta Carapezza. Graduated from Boston College High

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in 1932; Jesuit noviciate of Shadowbrook, in Lennox, Mass., 1932-36; Weston College, 1936-39, B.A., and M.A. Teacher at Boston College High 1939-41. Studied Theology at Weston College. Ordained June 17, 1944, by Right Rev. Bishop Emmet. Sang his first High Mass at St. Mary's Church. Active in various church activities, especially in preaching and in convent work. His father was born Marianopoli, Caltanisetta, Italy, came to U. S. in 1900 settling in Boston. Has following children: Christine, married to Mario Conte; Arcangelo (artist and antique dealer); Theresa; Josephine, married to Attorney Samuel Valenti of Boston; Louis, interior decorator; Rev. Joseph J., and Anna, a millinery designer. Res .: 45 Cooper St., Boston.

VALENTI, LUIGI-Proprietor, Blue Grotto Restaurant, 1270 Memorial Ave., West Springfield. Born Cassone, Verona, Italy, Sept. 22, 1902. Son of Pietro Valenti and Maria Anna Sartori. Educated here and abroad. Came to U. S. in 1916 settling in West Springfield. In business since 1918. Served in the U. S. Army forces, World War II, overseas duty, now in reserve. Married Elizabeth W. Sefcik of Holyoke, May 18, 1942. Member American Legion, K. C., Chamber of Commerce. Fond of golf, fishing and hunting. A lover of travelling and classical music. Has following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Camilla Balestri; Carmela; Mrs. Maria Gallini; Joseph; Camillo (in U. S. Army), and Paul (U. S. Army). Res .: 28 Norman St., West Springfield.

VALENTINE, GABRIEL-Proprietor of Valentine Auto Body Co., 42 Wilcox St., Springfield. Born Cartoceto, Pesaro, Italy, Nov. 19, 1902. Son of Aldo Valentine and Luisa Palmucci. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to U. S. in 1920 settling in Springfield. In busi- ness since 1939. Married Rose Ghiandoni of Springfield, Aug. 21, 1924. Children: Walter, a graduate of High School of Commerce, now serving. in U. S. Marines, as secretary to his general in So. Pacific; Leo, a graduate of Trade School; Valentino and Marie, students. Member of Marconi Club; Adriatic Club; Dante Club; and the Elks. Fond of bocce, fishing, travelling and music. His father came to U. S. in 1906 settling in Spring- field, where he was in the service of Zeo Fruit and Produce Co., for 25 years. Res .: 61 Miller St., Springfield.

VALENTINE, VINCENT JAMES-Police Officer. Born Cartoceto, Pe- saro, Italy, Oct. 29, 1905. Son of Aldo Valentine and Luisa Palmucci. Brought to U. S. in 1911 settling in Springfield. Educated in the elemen- tary and Classical High School. Entered the Springfield Police Dept. April 11, 1929, and until 1931, was on street duty; 1931-36, assigned to motor- cycle squad; 1936-41, assigned to detective bureau; since 1941 police offi- cer, being the pioneer Italian American active policeman in Springfield. Acts also as an Italian interpreter in the police court. Married Mary Ann Fitzgerald of Springfield, Nov. 11, 1939. Member: Mass. Police Assoc .; Springfield Police Relief; the Elks; honorary member of Marconi Club and of Adriatic Club. Fond of baseball, football and bowling. Res .: 889 Roosevelt Ave., Springfield.

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Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 126

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