Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 134

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

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CATALDO, ANDREW - President Revere City Council and acting Mayor of Revere. Born Boston, Dec. 23, 1900. Son of Michael Cataldo and Carmela Marra. Educated in the Boston and Chelsea schools. Veteran U. S. Navy, World War I. Businessman for 20 years. Married Mary Colombi of Revere, Sept. 22, 1922, a graduate, Roxbury Memorial High and Boston Trade school. One daughter Mary, born July 5, 1924. Mr. Cataldo is member: Revere Lodge of Elks; V.F.W .; Eagles; Order Sons of Italy; Italian American New Deal Club; Past Commander American Legion Revere Post 61; President Revere City Council; Administrator defense transportation during World War II. Active in civic and welfare activities, especially among children. His father was born in Chiusano, Avellino, Italy, came to U. S. in late 90's, settling in Boston in the brewery business. Had 14 children. The following are living: Andrew, Theresa, George, Celia, Lillian, Adam, Armando, veteran U. S. Navy, in Pacific, took part in nine invasions; William; Albert, veteran U. S. Navy in Pacific, took part in invasions of Italy, Normandy, and Pacific; Michael, veteran U. S. Navy, took part in invasions of Agawam, Okinawa, and the Philip- pines. Res .: 122 Broadway, Revere.

CATALDO, EDWARD A .- Proprietor, Ed's Taxi, 120 Broadway, Revere. Born Chelsea, July 2, 1915. Son of Michael Cataldo and Carmela Marra. Educated in Revere Public schools. Veteran U. S. Navy, World War II,

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took part in several invasions including the Philippines, awarded battle stars and the Navy unit salutation. Married. Has one daughter, Elaine, born Jan. 26, 1943. Mr. Cataldo is member of American Legion; V.F.W .; Red Men. Active in civic and political affairs. Fond of baseball, football, hockey and boxing. Hobby, coin collector. His father was born in Chiu- sano, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in the late 90's, settling in Boston, where he engaged in the brewery business. See his brother Andrew's sketch. Res .: 120 Broadway, Revere.

CERQUA, NELLO-Proprietor, Meal Spot, 5 Main St., Watertown. Born Monte Celio, Roma, Italy, Feb. 6, 1892. Son of Giovanni Battista Cerqua and Francesca Tuzzi. Educated in the public schools in Italy. Came to U. S. in 1909, settling in Watertown. In business since 1920. Married Cecilia Mazzuoli of East Boston, July 2, 1914. Children: Frances Rita, married to J. Lawrence Lord of Watertown; Liana, married to Serafino Fantasia; and Henry John, veteran U. S. Army, World War II, Air Corps, in the Pacific theatre for 36 months, was awarded ten battle stars, cluster and Presidential citation; all graduates of Watertown High school. Mr. Cerqua is active in civic and political affairs. Member: Order Sons of Italy; Elks; Eagles; and Italian American Citizens Club. Fond of golf, farming, travel and classical music. His father, a college graduate in. Italy, was merchant. Had following children: Rosa, Giuseppe, Teodoro, Gernando, Nello, and Caterina. Res .: 49 Columbia St., Watertown.

CHIAMPA, LILLIAN ARDEN -Dancing instructor and Professional dancer, in East Boston. Born East Boston, April 18, 1918. Daughter of Rocco Chiampa and Joanne Cardente. Graduated from East Boston High. Studied dancing at Chalif School of Dancing in New York. Teacher or dancing since 1937, associated with Miss Rosalie Fuccillo. Danced for number of years in many clubs and theatres throughout the U. S. Married July 26, 1941 to Michael A. Laurano Jr., of East Boston, a graduate Revere High, Fisher's Business College and attended Green Mountain Junior College, is member of Boston Fire Dept., and veteran U. S. Navy, World War II (CPO), took part in the invasion of Guam, holder of two battle stars. They have one son Michael A., III. Member, Mass. Dancing Teachers. Ass'n. Her father was born in Grottaminarda, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in the late 80's, settling in East Boston, as tonsorialist. Has following children: James (pianist); Henry; Helen (McGee); Theresa (Armata) ; and Jean (an outstanding dancer). Res .: 29 Woodsworth St., East Boston ..

CHRISTOPHER, JOHN A .- Assistant Manager, Metropolitan Life Ins. Co., East Boston. Born Lapio, Avellino, Italy, Aug. 3, 1884. Son of John. Christopher and Pasqualina Lepore. Attended public school in Italy. Came. to U. S. in 1897, settling in East Boston. In the service of the Metropolitan Life Ins. Co., since 1927. Assistant manager since 1930. Married Lena, Ciaccia of Boston, July 29, 1906. Children: John A. Jr., attended Boston Art School, is with the General Electric; Grace, married to Robert Mas- tracci; Ronald, veteran U. S. Army, World War II, in the Pacific; Lillian; Adeline, attended Emerson College on scholarship, married to Frank Del Gaizo; Anthony, attended Northeastern University, is veteran U. S. Navy, Lt. Commander Naval Air Corps, Pacific theatre, awarded seven battle: stars, air medal and the distinguished flying cross; Alfred, veteran U. S. Army Air Corps, in Europe, 30 missions, awarded seven battle stars, air medal with four clusters. All of the children are graduates of Revere High. school. Mr. Christopher has two sisters: Mrs. Malvina (Boracci) of New York; Mrs. Grace Buscemi of Medford, and a half brother Michael Naz -. zaro. Res .: 432 Revere St., Revere.

CIAMPA, CARMEN A .- Partner, Haymarket Upholstering Co., 10 North. Washington St., Boston. Born Boston, March 28, 1917. Son of Francesco Ciampa and Nunzia Liguori. Attended English High school. In business. since 1945, specializing in fine custom upholstering. Mr. Ciampa is fond.

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of baseball, football, travel and music. Hobby, playing violin. Engaged to Mary Maccarone of Boston. His father was born in Naples, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1908, settling in Boston, in the employ of Boston and Maine Railroad. Has following children: Mrs. Jennie Migliorino; Mrs. Josephine Fasano; Eugene, partner in the Crown Upholstering Co., of Boston; Mrs. Bertha Maccarone; and Carmen Anthony. Res .: 135 Endi- cott St., Boston.

CICCIA, ARTHUR ERNEST-Proprietor, Arthur's Custom Tailoring, 32. Harrison Ave., Boston. Born Mammola, Reggio Calabria, Aug. 9, 1920. Son of Nicodemo Ciccia and Angela Bruzzese. Attended public and High schools in Italy, where he also learned custom tailoring. Came to U. S. in 1934, settling in Boston. In business since 1941, specializing in fine custom tailoring. Married Rose De Marco of East Boston, Feb. 8, 1941,. a graduate of East Boston High school. One daughter, Angela Antoinette,. born Dec. 24, 1941. Member: New England Designers Ass'n., Fond of baseball, fencing, travel and grand opera. His father came to U. S. in. 1911, veteran Italian Army, World War I, wounded in battle of Corizia in 1916. Has following children: Filomena, married to Filippo Pisano; Emilio, custom tailor; Arthur E .; Giovanni, businessman; Elisabetta; and Nico- demo. Grandfather Giovanni was among the famous 1000, who fought. under General Garibaldi for Italian Independence. Res .: 154 Crescent Ave., Beachmont.

COLOMBO, LOUIS-President, Arch Print Inc., 92 Arch St., Boston. Born Bonefro, Campobasso, Italy, May 5, 1900. Son of Francesco Colombo and Mary Perrotta. Educated here and abroad. Veteran Italian Army, World War I. Came to U. S. in 1920 settling in Everett. In business in. Boston since 1925. Married Iolanda Strianese of Everett (a native of Italy), June 13, 1925, graduate of Everett High School. Children: Frank, graduate of Everett High, is veteran U. S. Navy, World War II; Mary An- toinette and Joan Anne are students. Mr. Colombo is member Order Sons. of Italy and of the Dramatic Club. Active in civic and political affairs .. Fond of bocce playing, travel and grand opera. Has two sisters, Candida,. married to Antonio Iosue of Italy, and Assunta, married to Saverio Co- lombo of Yonkers, N. Y. Res .: 53 Belmont St., Everett.

CORDOVA, JAMES - International Representative CIO, United Shoe Workers of America, District 1, 92 State St., Boston. Born Naples, Italy, Sept. 18, 1905. Son of John Cordova and Ester Giarrizzo. Came to U. S. in 1907, settling in Lynn. Educated in the public schools. In the service. of CIO, since 1920, elected on the general executive board in 1939. Veteran. U. S. Army in Europe, awarded three battle stars. Married Rose La Rougue of Lynn, Nov. 30, 1940, graduate Lowell High school. Mr. Cordova is member of V.F.W. Active in civic and political affairs. His father, a. native of Naples, Italy, came to U. S. in 1906, settling in Lynn, as mason. Had following children: Mrs. Madeline Gangi; James; Mrs. Frances Naimo; Paul, veteran U. S. Army in Europe; Salvatore; Joseph; and John, veteran. U. S. Army in the Pacific theatre. Res .: 7 Hourihan St., Peabody.

CORRADO, CHARLES-Accordionist and Teacher, 230 Boylston St., Boston. Born Norwich, Conn., Oct. 5, 1908. Son of John B. Corrado and Michelina Riozzi. Studied music in Boston and in New York. Professional. musician since 1923. Played for Keith circuit 1927-37 touring the U. S. and Canada; accordionist and instructor for Jordan Marsh Co., 1937-42. Veteran U. S. Army in Pacific for four years, where he played the accordion. to millions in the armed forces. Considered among the finest accordionists in the United States. Favorite sports: bowling, baseball, boxing and travel .. Hobby, human psychology. His father was born in Isernia, Campobasso, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1890, settling in Mass., where he engaged in the construction field. Has following children: John, veteran U. S. Army; Charles; Joseph; Mrs. Helen Ross; Mrs. Perry Dickson; Dolly; Albert,

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veteran U. S. Army in Europe; Mrs. Margaret Arrigo, and Lucy. Res .: 59 Willow Court, Dorchester.

COSTA, ANDREW-Structural Engineer. Born East Boston, Sept. 10, 1916. Son of Anthony Costa and Rose Nigro. Graduated: East Boston High and Lowell Institute of M.I.T. Special courses at Northeastern University in Engineering. With U. S. Engineers of Providence, R. I., since 1940. Active in civic and social affairs. Member and treasurer St. Francis Council K. C. of East Boston and of the Progressive Club. Fond. of baseball, football, basketball and boxing. Hobby: reading, research and engineering. His father was born in San Arsenio, Salerno, Italy. Came to U. S. in late 80's, settling in Boston as city employee. Had the following children: Margaret, married to Arthur La Raia; Margaret, married to late Paul La Raia; Angela, married to Louis Argenzio; Joseph; Catherine, married to late Frank Furcillo; Rose, married to Matthew D'Addario; Anthony Jr .; Jennie; Andrew; and Albert, an employee in the Northeast Air Lines, is in U. S. Navy, since 1944. Res .: 230 Maverick St., East Boston.

CURCIO, JOSEPH SALVATORE-President, Marson Construction Co., Inc., 38 Kent St., Somerville. Born Canicattini Bagni, Siracusa, Italy, Oct. 15, 1907. Son of Paul Curcio and Teresa Cianci. Came to U. S. in 1920. Graduated from English High; Scholarship Boston Museum School of Fine Arts and Benedicti Roman Art School. Attended Franklin Union, Tufts College and the Boston Architectural Club school. In the general contracting business since 1943, recently completed the first building erected in the East Boston Air Port. Formerly with E.T.P. Graham, architects and with Stone and Webster. Also general Supt. for Franklin Construction Co. for five years. Married Marguerite Ruggiero of Boston, Nov. 29, 1934, a graduate of Girls High and Burdett College. Children: Ronald, Paul and Barbara Theresa. Mr. Curcio's father came to U. S. in 1912, settling in Watertown, in the construction business. Has following children: Joseph S .; Pauline, married to Salvatore Ferla; Lucy, married to P. Ippolito; and Sebastian, a veteran U. S. Navy. Res .: 12 Boston Ave., West Medford.

D'ALLESSANDRO, LOUIS - Proprietor, Gould Oil Burner Co., 316 Meridian St., East Boston. Born East Boston, April 27, 1908. Son of Francesco D'Allessandro and Angelina Scanzillo. Graduated from East Boston High school. In business since 1930, specializing in heating engi- neering. Married late Marion Visconi of East Boston in 1933. Children: Richard, Louis Jr., Paul and Henry. Member: Eagles, and Old Timers Oil Burners Ass'ns. Fond of football, baseball and hockey. Former mem- ber of his High school varsity track team. Played semi-pro football with the Bruins of East Boston. Lover of travel and music. His father was born in Ariano di Puglie, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1902, settling in East Boston, as jeweler. Had following children: Anna, married to Bartholomew Consentino of Everett; Louis; Henry, veteran U. S. Navy, World War II; Assunta, married to Salvatore Bruno of East Boston, and Wallace, veteran U. S. Coast Guard, World War II. Res .: 102 Barnes Ave., East Boston.

D'AVINO, ALFONSO-Conductor and organizer of D'Avino's Band, 165 Tremont St., Boston. Born Frigento, Avellino, Italy. Son of Giovanni D'Avino and Filomena Guerriero. Began his musical education when nine years old, and at the age of twelve was trumpet soloist. Came to U. S. in 1901 settling in Boston. Pupil of Alessandro D'Onofrio, Enrico Leboffe and Martucci, the director of Royal Conservatory of Music in Naples, Italy. Maestro D'Avino is the pioneer American of Italian descent in Massachu- setts to organize a travel concert band in 1903, which travelled throughout the U. S. and Canada for many years. In 1914 he directed at Mechanics building, the largest band in the world consisting of 450 musicians, and

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played the famous "Hymn to the Sun," from Mascagni's opera "Iris," which he arranged. Organized a symphonic band of 90 musicians for the W.P.A., highly commended by Redfern Mason and others. Maestro D'Avino is considered among the leading band masters in the country. Has the following brothers and sisters: Carmine; Giuseppe, flutist at San Carlo Opera House of Naples; Rocco, a cornetist; Angelina; Rosina; and late Nicola, all of whom are in Italy.

DeANGELIS, ALFRED RALPH-Insurance Representative. Born Bos- ton, Nov. 25, 1897. Son of Raffaele DeAngelis and Clementina DeMarco. Education: Samuel Adams 'School, East Boston High, and Franklin Institute. In the service of Metropolitan Life Ins. Co., since 1943. Formerly with H. P. Hood & Sons for 20 years. Married Mollie L. Matarazza of East Boston, Feb. 15, 1931, a graduate of Practical Arts High of Boston. Chil- dren: Ralph Gabriel, Clementine Anne and Anne Mary. Mr. DeAngelis is fond of boxing, golf, travel and music. His father was born Chiusano, San Domenico, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1882, settling in Boston, as railroad foreman. Was father of 15 children. The following are now living: Basil, Emil, Margaret (Monte), Alfred, Joseph, Julia (Whitman), Evelyn (Knudson), and Grace. Res .: 232 Marion St., East Boston.

De CLEMENTE, HENRY-Custom Tailor, and Cleansing, 57 Poplar St., Boston. Born Sant'Apollinare, Frosinone, Italy, Oct. 28, 1900. Son of Carlo De Clemente and Maria Di Mambro. Attended public school in his native town, where he also learned custom tailoring and served in the Italian Army. Came to U. S. in 1920, settling in Boston. In business since 1923. Married Jennie De Santis of Mansfield, Sept. 1922. Children: Mary; and Elizabeth, a graduate of Burdett College. Former member of the Elks and Order Sons of Italy. Fond of all outdoor sports. His father, a landowner in Italy, had following children: Vincent, businessman in Mansfield; Lisetta, married to Antonio Vita; Henry; Louis, a businessman in Mansfield; and Eugenio, custom tailor business in Attleboro. Res .: 23 Gardener St., Boston.

DEL DOTTO, ALFREDO ADOLFO-Statuary artist. Boston Statuary Corp., 251 Third St., Cambridge. Born Valdottavo, Lucca, Italy, June 7, 1906. Son of Gregorio Del Dotto and Alaide Mezzetti. Was brought to U. S. in 1913 settling in Boston. Educated in the public schools and at Roxbury Evening High School. Is a natural born artist, especially in the field of religious statuary productions. Is associated with the Boston Statuary Corp., with Domenic Puccini and Pellegrino Bonugli. Mr. Del Dotto married Maria Fiorentino of Charlestown, June 16, 1929. One daughter, Ann, born Sept. 29, 1930. Active in civic and political affairs. Fond of all sports. Lover of travel and music. His father was born in Valdottavo, Lucca, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1907 settling in Boston, where he engaged in the statuary business, later in the fruit preserve industry. Has following children: Charles, Alfredo Adolfo, and John Joseph. Res .: 143 High St., Charlestown.

DEL DOTTO, JOHN JOSEPH-Statuary artist, Boston Statuary Corp., 251 Third St., Cambridge. Born in Roxbury, Sept. 25, 1918. Son of Gregorio Del Dotto and Alaide Mezzetti. Graduated from Boston Trade School, is outstanding artist in the field of religious statuary. Married Elizabeth Marie Short of Malden, May 29, 1939. Children: John, born April 13, 1940, and Barbara Jeanne, born Jan. 29, 1942. Mr. Del Dotto is active in civic and political affairs. Fond of baseball, football, basketball and hunt- ing. Lover of travel and music. His father, a native of Valdottavo, Lucca, Italy, came to U. S. in 1907 settling in Boston, where he engaged in statu- ary field, later engaged in fruit preserve industry. Has the following chil- dren: Charles, Alfredo Adolfo and John Joseph. Res .: 66 Green St., Jamaica Plain.

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DELLA CROCE, ANTHONY F .- Shop foreman, mfg. wheel overhaul,. sheet and metal dept., Northeast Airlines. Born East Boston, Oct. 27, 1920. Son of Gelardo Della Croce and Amalia Di Genoa. Graduated from Brighton High and studied engine overhaul, aircraft engine and airplanes. Holder of Civil and Aeronautics adm'tion of aircraft engine and airplane overhaul license. Veteran U. S. Army Air Transport Command. Married to Iolanda DeLuca of East Boston, Nov. 9, 1941, graduate of East Boston High. Member of Y.M.C.A., Holy Name Society and of his High School varsity football team. Yearly member of Silver Skates Derby. Fond of boxing, flying, travel and music. His father was born in Ariano di Puglie, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1906, settling in East Boston as shoe worker. Has following children: Anthony F .; Frank, veteran U. S. Marine Corps; Jerry, veteran U. S. Navy Aircraft machinist mate 1c; Mario and Richard are students. Res .: 473 Sumner St., East Boston.

DELLA-GROTTE, ANTHONY JR., - Ph.G. President, treasurer and manager, Elm Drug Co., Inc., 1093 Cambridge St., Cambridge. Born Bos- ton, March 9, 1910. Son of Antonio Della-Grotte and Josephine Micera. Graduated from East Boston High School and Mass. College of Pharmacy in 1932. Registered Pharmacist since 1932. In business since 1936. Mar- ried Marie E. Vena of East Boston, Jan. 22, 1938. One son, Robert Anthony, born Nov. 7, 1938. Member, Mass. State Pharm. Ass'n. Fond of baseball, football, travel, gardening and music. His father was born in Montaperto, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1890, settling in Boston, where he engaged in the fruit and produce business, later as caretaker at Harvard College. Had following children: Peter, Ralph, Joseph (attorney), Mary, Anthony Jr., and Albert. Res .: 36 Ashland St., Medford.

DELLO RUSSO, MICHAEL H .- Born San Michele, Avellino, Italy, Sept. 1, 1921. Son of Angelo Dello Russo and Jennie DeMarco. Grad- uated from Boston English High School and attended Welding laboratory school. Has been engaged as welder and as garage manager. Veteran U. S. Army, World War II, in Europe, as troop carrier. Member, American Legion; V.F.W .; and Boston Y.M.C.A. In High school he was member of the varsity football team. Fond of horsebackriding, boxing, tennis, travel and music. His father, a veteran of Italian Army, World War I, came to U. S. in 1922, settling in Boston, where he engaged in construction work, later as Supt. at General Electric in Everett. Has following children: Michael H .; Mildred, graduate Girls' High, is personnel correspondence at Sears Roebuck & Co., and Emma, is also graduate of Girls' High. Res .: 16 North Square, Boston.

DeMAMBRO, JOSEPH ANTHONY-Proprietor, DeMambro Radio Sup- ply Co., Pres. and Treas., DeMambro Distributions Inc., wholesale distrib- utors Stewart Warner Radios and Electrical Appliances, 111 Common- wealth Ave., Boston. Born Brighton, July 28, 1906. Son of William De- Mambro and Mary Tedesco. Education: Mechanical Arts High, Brighton High, and Burdett College. Established above business in 1934 in a small way, it is now among the largest electronic supply houses in the East, with branch offices in Providence, Worcester, Lawrence, Manchester etc. Mr. DeMambro designed and installed the special sound system for the world's largest and finest hospital ship, the U.S.A.H.S. Louis A. Milne, the "Queen of the U. S. Mercy Fleet." Married Marguarita Conway of Haver- hill, June 30, 1934, a graduate registered nurse. Children: Patricia, Joanne, Mary and Joseph (twins). Member: Chamber of Commerce, K. of C., Foresters, treasurer and former vice-pres. National Electronic Distributors Ass'n. Active in civic and welfare affairs. Fond of golf, boating, travel, and creating novelties in the radio field. His father was born in Monte Cassino, Rome, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1900, settling in Brighton, as city

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employee. Has following children: Josephine, married to Edward Soave; Assunta, married to John Mandile; John, veteran U. S. Army, World War I, in France; Joseph Anthony; Francis, associated with his brother in above business, married to Theresa Visocchi; Elisa, married to Joseph Cahill; Anthony, veteran U. S. Army, World War I, is manager of the Providence branch, married to Ursula Cousineau; Mary, married to Charles Ciccui; Angelina; Rose; and Julia. Res .: 19 Commonwealth Ave., Boston.

DePAULIS HARRY-Proprietor, H. DePaulis Merchant tailor, cleansing, repairing, pressing, 342 Sumner St., East Boston. Born Roccavidi Valle Roveto, Aquila, Italy, Feb. 14, 1900. Son of Raffaele DePaulis and Rosa Romanelli. Attended High school in Italy, where he also learned custom tailoring. Veteran Italian Army, World War I, and fought at the Piave battle. Came to U. S. in 1920, settling in Medford. In business since 1932. Formerly with Leopold Morse Co. Married Tina Correnti of Boston, July 23, 1928, a high school graduate. Children: Rose Marie, student of Med- ford High, and Ralph Salvatore. Member Duke of Abruzzi Society. Fond of bowling, baseball and hunting. Lover of travel and music. Has two sisters in Italy, Giuseppina, married to Costantino Colone and Carolina, married to Francesco Colone. Res .: 1530 Mystic Valley Parkway, West Medford.

De SANTIS, NUNZIO-Assistant Service Manager, Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co., Inc., of Boston. Born Lawrence, Feb. 22, 1913. Son of Silvestro De Santis and Concetta Ceccarelli. Educated in the public schools. In the service of above Co., since 1941. Married Elaine Berardi of Malden, June 20, 1937. One daughter, Roberta Eleaine, born Aug. 20, 1941. Mr. De Santis is member of Stella Club and Fraternal Order of Eagles. Active in civic and political affairs. Fond of bocce playing, hunting and travel. Hobby, mushroom hunting. His father was born in Popoli, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1908 settling in Lawrence as carpenter. Has following children: Nunzio; Frank, veteran U. S. Army, World War II; Agnes, telephone supervisor; and Anna, with Wakefield Item. Res .: 46 Hubbard St., Malden.

DeSTEFANO, RALPH-Proprietor, Peter De Stefano Barber Shop, 40 Maverick Sq., East Boston. Born East Boston, Sept. 6, 1900. Son of Peter DeStefano and Luisa Clericuzia. Educated in the public schools. In business since 1926. Married Josephine Massaro of East Boston, Oct. 19, 1925. Children: Peter, graduate East Boston High and attended Boston University Pre-medical, is veteran U. S. Army in Germany; Norma, and Ralph Joseph, are students. Mr. DeStefano's father was born in Ariano di Puglie, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1892, settling in East Boston. as tonsorialist. Has following children: Ralph; Flory (businessman) ; Millie, married to Phil Vermaccio; late Mario; Armando (a businessman) ; Dora, married to Louis Festa; and Arthur. Res .: 36 West Eagle St., East Boston.

Di BATTISTA, LIBERTO-Proprietor Libby's Market of East Boston. Born Boston, Jan. 4, 1921. Son Joseph Di Battista and Maria Viscione. Graduated Joseph H. Barnes School and attended East Boston High. Veteran U. S. Army in Europe, took part in the invasions of France and Germany, awarded two battle stars, a bronze star, purple heart, cluster and battle field commission. Commissioned 2nd Lt. May 2, 1945. In busi- ness since 1946. Married Carmela Maglio of East Boston, Jan. 1, 1942, former student of Boston Girls Trade School. One daughter, Marie Eileene, born Jan. 13, 1943. Member Officers Reserve and American Legion. His father was born in Province of Pescara, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1910, . settling in Boston, in fruit and produce field. Has following children: Mary; Filomena; Liberato; Helen; John; Frank, is in U. S. Army in Japan, and Julia. Res .: 256 Lexington St., East Boston.

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Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 134

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