Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 14

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

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BRUGNOLI, ROBERTO-Treasurer Liberty Baking Co., Inc. Born in Poviglio, Reggio Nell'Emilia, Italy, March 24, 1893. Son of Antonio Brog- noli and Maria Tedeschi. Attended public school in his native town and served in the Italian Army World War I for six years in Trieste. In busi- ness since 1922. Married Vanda Maguani of Poviglio, Italy, Sept. 12, 1922. Mr. Brugnoli is member of the Artillery Association. Fond of bocce playing and music. In 1933 he travelled throughout Italy. Has two brothers Gino and Emilio both associated with him in above business and a sister, Mrs. Maria Pazzi, Res .: 37 Plymouth St. Brockton.

BRUNELLA, ANTHONY MARIO-Head waiter. Born in Besozzo Varese, Lombardo, Italy, April 2, 1882. Son of Cesare Brunella and Annunziata Hefler. Educated in Italy and worked at hotels in Varese and Milan for six years. In America since 1904. Was in the service of Hotel Touraine and The Parker House for eight years. At Hotel Plaza since 1912. Married Zelina Bianchi of Barre Vt. Fond of all sports especially baseball and football. A lover of music and literature. Res .: 35 Matchee St., Brighton ..

BRUNO ANTHONY-Conductor of "Anthony Bruno and his Orchestra." Born Boston, Feb. 12, 1904. Son of Rocco Bruno and Mary Pitrone. Grad-

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uated from Belmont High School in 1922. Began to study music when six years old under his father. Attended N. E. Conservatory of Music. Grad- uated from Boston Conservatory of Music. Studied conducting, harmony, counterpoint and composition under Egidio Yachia, former director of Pops concerts. Mr. Bruno was the first trombone player at Metropolitan Grand orchestra directed by Fabian Savitzski. Recently picked as soloist in the band of 500 (largest in the world) playing at Mechanics Hall. He is the only dance orchestra leader, who plays successfully the trombone, piano, baritone, trumpet, zylophone, accordion, vibra-harp, organ and marimba Mr. Bruno is the well known radio one man band, playing at Latin Quarter of Boston since 1937. Acclaimed, "America's most versatile musician." Married Anna Albano of Boston, March 2, 1924. Children: Rocco, musician; Joseph, Anthony Jr., and Charles. His father was born in San Pier Niceto, Messina, Italy. Came to America in 1900 settling in Boston, later in Belmont. Res .: 31 Concord Ave., Belmont.

BRUNO, DANIEL A .- Partner, Dunn-Bruno, Mfrs. of picture and mirror frames of all kinds, 43 Haverhill St., Boston. Born Boston, Sept. 28, 1904. Son of Michael Bruno and Elizabeth Altieri. Graduated from East Bos- ton High School and studied music under Mr. Gerardi of the Boston Symphony and New York Philharmonic Orchestra. In business since 1934. Married Pauline Musto of Boston, Aug. 5, 1928. Children: Eliza- beth, Lorraine, Daniel, Barbara and Thomas. Mr. Bruno is active in civic affairs. Fond of baseball, bowling, travel and music. His father was born in Roseto Valfortore, Foggia, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1896 settling in Boston, where he engaged in the rug industry later with the Boston Navy Yard. Has the following children: Mrs. Mary Passero, Daniel A., Lucy, Philip, Mrs. Mildred Possero, and Mrs. Evelyn Mann. Res .: 59 Menotomy Rd., Arlington.

BRUNO, EMILIO C .- Proprietor, E. C. Bruno Transportation, 81 Madi- son Ave., Chelsea. Born Casabre, Avellino, Italy, Nov. 25, 1894. Son of Alfonso Bruno and Giovanna Martucci. Educated in the public schools here and abroad. Came to U. S. in 1912 settling in Boston, later in Chelsea. Has been engaged as auto mechanic; in grocery business for 12 years, and in recent years in the transportation field. Married Margherita DeAngelis, June 17, 1930, a native of Boston. Children: Anthony, born Feb. 2, 1932; Jennie, born March 25, 1933, and William, born Oct. 1, 1935. Mr. Bruno is member of Ward Five Two club of Chelsea. Active in Civic and political affairs. Fond of baseball, hunting, bocce, travel and music. Has the following brothers and sisters: Gabriele, Eleanora, Emilio C., Nunzia, Orazio and Giovannina. Res .: 81 Madison St., Chelsea.

BRUNO, EMMA C. (Mrs. Joseph Bruno). Born Venice, Italy, Jan. 19, 1876. Daughter of Ernest Risegari (a native of Trieste, jeweler in Venice, who came to America in 1889 settling in Boston) and Luigia Gai. Mrs. Bruno come to America in 1890 settling in Boston. Educated here and abroad. Married Joseph Bruno the son of Angelo, a native of Serre di Pernano, Salerno, Italy, who came to America in 1872, pioneer Italian settler from that town in Boston. He was for 40 years, one of the most prominent contractors in Boston, specializing in aqueducts, sewers and tunnels throughout New England. Mrs. Bruno was the first president and co-founder with Mrs. Margherita Musolino of the Italian Women's club of Boston in 1916. Said club, later joined the state, city, and national federations. Mrs. Bruno has always taken deep interest in welfare of the Italian Americans of Boston and gladly offers her services to worthy causes. Res .: 36 Linden St., Brighton.

BRUNO, FRANK PAUL-Library Assistant, Science and Technology Newspaper and Patents Div., Boston Public Library, Copley Sq., Boston. Born East Boston, Feb. 25, 1914. Son of Riccardo Bruno and Lucia Cala- bria. Graduated from East Boston High School in 1931. Attended Boston

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University School of Business Administration. In the service of Boston Public Library since 1933. Married Maria DelBene of East Boston, August 8, 1943. Member of Mass. Library Club; Boston Public Library Benefit Ass'n. Fond of baseball, hockey and football. A lover of travel and music. His father was born at Lucera, Foggia, Italy. Came to America in 1908 settling in East Boston, where he has been in the furniture field for many years. Res .: 138 Webster St., East Boston.

BRUNO, LAWRENCE ARTHUR-Funeral Director. Born Revere, Sept. 11, 1913. Son of Charles Bruno and Donata De Paolo. Graduated from Revere High School in 1931 and took post graduate courses at same school for two years. Extension courses at Harvard University and Wentworth Institute. Graduated from Boston School of Anatomy and Embalming in 1936. Mr. Bruno is connected with his father in the funeral business in Revere since 1931. Married to Isabel De Feo of Revere, May 19, 1936, (a graduate of Bryant and Stratton Commercial School). One daughter, Laurene Antonia, born May 29, 1941. Mr. Bruno is member of Mass. Fun- eral Craft Assoc .; Order Sons of Italy; Nest of Oriols; and St. Anthony's Holy Name Society. Fond of football, bowling, travelling, a former musi- cian plays piano and drums. Res .: 5 Oxford Park, Revere.

BRUNO, LOUIS JOHN-Representative, Carbone Inc .; importers, dec- orative art and florist. Born Boston, March 31, 1901. Son of Joseph Bruno and Filomena DiGiacomo. Graduated from Dorchester High School in 1917. In the service of Carbone Inc. since 1917. Married Filomena Di Gia- como of Boston, Sept. 9, 1930. Children: Joseph and Elaine. Member of Dorchester Council, K. of C. Fond of all outdoor sports especially swim- ming. A lover of travel and music. His father was born in Cassano, Reggio Calabria, Italy. Came to America in 1888 settling in Boston. Had the following six children: Francis, Louis, Concetta, Rosaria, Giacomo and Anna. Res .: 29 Perthshire Rd., Brighton.

BRUNO, MICHAEL-Proprietor of Michael Bruno and Son (range oil and ice), 128 Broomfield St., Springfield. Born Atena, Salerno, Italy, Oct. 23, 1869. Son of Francesco,and Rose Bruno. Came to America in 1898. In business since 1904 being the first Italian American ice dealer in Spring- field. Married Rose Di Santo, Nov. 25, 1893. Children: Angelina, Carmela, both graduates of High School of Commerce; Frank, attended Classical High School, is in ice and oil business; James, Mary and Clara, all grad- uates of High School of Commerce, the latter is graduate nurse in the Superior Isolation Hospital. Mr. Bruno is member of Mt. Carmel Society; San Ciro Society; and Order Sons of Italy in America. Fond of bocce playing and grand opera. Res .: 130 Bloomfield St., Springfield.

BRUNO, OLGA ANN-Assistant Manager of Loew's Orpheum Theater of Boston. Born in Dorchester, July 26, 1913. Daughter of Joseph Bruno and Filomena DiGiacomo. Graduated from Girls High School in 1930. In the service of Loew's Orpheum since 1940. Member of Italian Junior League. Fond of traveling, fishing, swimming, art and music. Her father was born in Cassano Cosenza, Italy. Came to America in 1888 settling in Boston. In Dorchester since 1910 where he engaged in the tonsorial busi- ness for over 50 years. Res .: 224 Hamilton St., Dorchester.

BRUNO, PHILIP JOHN-Payroll auditor and accountant. Born East Boston, Jan. 21, 1913. Son of Michael Bruno and Elizabeth Altieri. Grad -· uated from Boston Public Latin School, was member of varsity track team, the glee and literary clubs. Entered Harvard University at the age of 16 for three years. Attended Bentley School of Accounting and Finance and took special graduate work at Boston University. In the service of Em- ployers Liability Assurance Corp. since 1943. Is also a practicing accoun- tant. Married Marlin Matson, daughter of Mary and Gustaf Matson of East Boston, Sept. 12, 1937. Children: Philip, Robert, Frederick and

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William. Member: St. Lucy Society. Fond of baseball, boxing, travel and music. Active in civic and political affairs. His father was born in Roseto Valfortore, Foggia, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1896, is a retired government employee. Has the following children: Mrs. Mary Passero, Daniel A., Lucy, Philip, Mrs. Mildred Possero, and Mrs. Evelyn Mann. Res .: 126 Saratoga St., E. Boston.

BRUNO SEBASTIANO-Proprietor Wholesale Fruit Dealer, 122-124 Commercial St., Boston. Born in Palermo, Italy, Sept. 19, 1889. Son of Mariano Bruno and Rosalia Speciale. Came to America in 1913 settling in Boston. In business since 1920. Married Anna Meli of Boston, July 2, 1917. Children: Mariano, a graduate of Bentley School of Accounting, now in U. S. Army; Joachino, John, Rosalie and Arthur. Fond of hunt- ing traveling and a lover of music. Res .: 499 Salem St., Medford.

BRUSCH, CHARLES ARMAO-Physician and Surgeon, 843 Mass. Ave., Cambridge, Mass. Born Troy, N. Y., Jan. 7, 1908. Son of Anthony and Mary Brusch. Graduated: St. Lawrence University in 1931, B. S., Tufts College Medical in 1934, M. D. Interne at Mercy Hospital of Springfield, Mass., specializing in internal medicine and rectum diseases. On surgical staff of Cambridge City Hospital and assistant to Dr. Harry Homer Ger- main, Chief Surgeon. On surgical staff of Charlesgate Hospital. Health officer, Cambridge public schools, Medical Athlete Examiner at Cambridge High, Medical examiner for the Metropolitan Life Isurance Co. and the Bank Insurance Co. Married Margaret A. Lynch, June 28, 1936, sister to ex-Mayor John D. Lynch of Cambridge, a graduate of Boston University and State Teacher's College (Ph. D.). Children: Mary Elizabeth, born Jan. 6, 1939, and John Joseph, born Nov. 2, 1943. Member: local, state and national Medical societies, Physical Medical Society, Catholic Alumni Sodality. Active in civic and political affairs. With his brother, Dr. Joseph Brusch, erected the Church of the Infant Jesus in Brookline, N. H., and donated to the diocesan. His father was born in Santo Stefano, Palermo, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1888 settling in Troy, N. Y. Had the following children: Angie, Mrs. Mary Ceresia, Joseph, a physician, and Charles, of this sketch. Res .: 15 Grozier Rd., Cambridge.

BRUSCH, JOSEPH ARMAO-M. D. Internal Medicine and Heart Spe- cialist, 843 Mass. Ave., Cambridge, Mass. Born Troy, N. Y., Feb. 22, 1898. Son of Anthony and Mary Brusch. Graduated: Manhattan College and Tufts College Medical, 1922, M. D. Interne at Carney Hospital and Mt. Auburn Hospital of Cambridge. Served in U. S. Army, World War I, as medical officer. On staff Cambridge City Hospital and Charlesgate Hos- pital; public health officer and local school physician. Medical examiner of several insurance companies. Active in civic and welfare movements. Married Anne Mason of Canada in 1926, a graduate of Portia Law School, is a practicing attorney in Boston. Children: Joseph A., and Margaret Ann. Member: local, state and national medical asso's, American Legion and Elks. His father was born in Santo Stefano, Palermo, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1888 settling in Troy, N. Y. Had the following children: Angie, Mrs. Mary Ceresia, Joseph and Charles. Res .: Oak Rd., Harvard.

BRUSELLIS, JOSEPH-Born Badolato, Catanzaro, Italy, Jan. 31, 1888. Son of Gregorio Brusellis and Ippolita Cosco. Educated in the public schools and Technical Designing School in Italy, specializing in cabinet making trade. Came to U. S. in 1908 settling in Boston, later in Water- town. In the service of M.I.T. since 1934. Married Rosa Mirabile of Boston, Sept. 14, 1914. Two children: Margaret and Louise, graduates of Watertown High School. Mr. Brusellis is fond of nature study, garden- ing, travel and grand opera. Has a brother, Pasquale, a woodcarver, in East Boston, and a sister, Marianna, married to Antonio Lucchese in Rome, Italy. Res .: 167 Edenfield' Ave., Watertown.

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BRUZZESE, ANTONIO. Born Grotteria, Reggio Calabria, Italy, Sept. 4, 1888. Son of Giuseppe Bruzzese and Caterina Papandrea. Educated in the public school of his native town. Came to America in 1901, lived in various parts of United States. In Lawrence, Mass., since 1928. In the service of American Woolen Co. since 1923. Served in the Italian Army during World War I, as corporal and fought at Monfalcone, St. Michael, was wounded, prisoner under Austria for 20 months, received meritorious medals for distinguished service. Mr. Bruzzese also served in the Tripoli- tania war of 1911-1912. Married Carmèlà Cagliuso, April 6, 1914. Chil- dren: Mrs. Maria Bruzzese; Giuseppe, radio operator World War II; Fran- cesco, Vincent and Elena. Member: Italian World War Veterans. Has travelled extensively in Italy. Has two brothers, Vincenzo and Sam in Mass. Res .: 133 Essex St., Lawrence.

BUCCI, HENRY DANIEL-Teacher of Commercial Subjects. Born East Boston, Feb. 7, 1908. Son of Louis Bucci and Immacolata Cerelli. Graduated from Medford High School in 1925; and from Northeastern University in 1931, B. A. Special courses at Boston University. Teacher at Medford High School since 1933. On executive board of Medford Teachers Club for three successive terms. Married Margarida McManus of Medford, a former interior decorator, June 27, 1938. Children: Regina Marie; Daniel Charles and Diane Elizabeth (twins). Member: Medford Teachers Club and Northeastern Alumni Ass'n. Fond of baseball, hockey, basket- iball, and acts as football scout for the Medford High School team. A lover of travel, art, music and reading: His father was born at Pescolanciano, Campobasso, Italy. Came to America in 1898 settling in East Boston, where he was for over 30 years a noted cabinet maker. Res .: 42 Ashland St., Medford.

BUCCINO, SALVATORE-Proprietor, Vittoria Cafe, 226 Hanover St .; Boston. Born Prata, Avellino Italy, Aug. 6, 1891. Son of Joseph Buccino and Virginia Ferrara. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1908 settling in Boston where he established his well- known Vittoria Cafe. Married Maria, Giannelli of Boston, Dec. 29, 1918. Children, Guy, a businessman; Frank, U. S. Marines; Virginia, a student Federal Art School; Celia, married to Robert Consolo, and Joseph, man- ager of his father's cafe. Mr. Buccino served with the American Forces during World War I. Member: American Legion, Order Sons of Italy in America. Fond of bocce, racing, travelling and grand opera. Res .: 67 Brook St., Medford.

BUCCOLA, JOSEPH-Food Broker. Born Palermo, Italy, Oct. 4, 1894. Son of Michael Buccola and Josephine Badalamenti. Educated in the elementary and technical schools in Italy. Came to America in 1914 set- tling in New York and since 1926 in Boston. Married Catherine Koch of Missouri. Fond of all sports especially boxing and hunting. A lover of music and a former baritone, among the first in the United States to sing over a national radio network. His father, a native of Palermo, Italy, is engaged in the field of export from Sicily to the rest of the world, espe- cially the U. S. Office 222 Hanover St., Boston.

BUDUO, ANDREW-General Contractor, 30 Northboro St., Worcester. Born Bisceglie, Bari, Italy, Oct. 5, 1900. Son of Demetrio Buduo and Feli- cia Pietruzzelli. Brought to America in 1906 settling in Worcester. Edu- cated in public schools. In the contracting business since 1921, specializing in road building and foundations for buildings. Married Anna Mary Bronzo of Worcester, Feb. 20, 1928. Children: Phyllis Shirley, Daniel An- drew, Dorothy Ann, Andrew Jr., Barbara Ann, and Beverly Anna. Member of Knights of Columbus. His father came to America in 1900 settling in Worcester, where he was employed at Bradley Car Works for over 35 years. Had the following children: Andrew, Anthony, John, Frank, Morris, Arthur and Peter, all of whom are in the trucking business and two sisters,

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Grace, married to John Nardella and Dorris, married to Agostino Triola. Res .: 30 Northboro St., Worcester.

BULGARELLI, HUGO-Proprietor, Brockton Upper Shop. Expert in the field of custom shoe makers and orthopaedic work of all kinds, 728 Main St., Brockton. Born Rome, June 20, 1896. Son of Giuseppe Bulgarelli and Italia Solani. Came to America in 1906 settling in Brockton. In business since 1936. Formerly with Union Shoe Co. for 17 years and for five years superintendent. Married Lillian Darney of Brockton, Aug. 13, 1914, a graduate of Brockton High School. Children: Dorris, a graduate of Brock- ton High and Quincy Hospital School of nursing, is married to Vans Guest; Henry J., graduate of Brockton High and Wentworth Institute is first Lieutenant in U. S. Army 8th air force recently completed his 25th bombing mission, five times decorated, including his distinguished flying cross and three oak leaf clusters; David is in U S. Navy as gunners mate. Mr. Bulgarelli is veteran of U. S. Army World War I in France. Member of American Legion; V.F.W., and "40 & 8." His father came to America in 1896, lived in Maine, later in Boston. In Brockton since 1906, is a shoe worker and teacher of Italian. Had the following children: Laura, Bruno, Hugo, Genevieve, Luisa, and Luigi. Res .: 728 Main St., Brockton.

BUONAIUTO, JOSEPH-Proprietor, Joseph's Beauty Salon; 31 Pleasant St., Malden. Born Canicattini Bagni, Siracusa, Italy, July 11, 1897. Son of Poalo Buonaiuto and Lucia Amenda. Came to America in 1913, settling in Boston. In business since 1932. Married Angelina Reppucci of Boston, May 9, 1927. Children: Therese, Paolo, Antonio. Member of Stella Society of Malden. Fond of baseball, football, races, travelling and music. His father, who come to America in 1905, settled in Boston, where he engaged in the contracting business for over 30 years. Res .: 34 Emerald St., Malden.

BUONFIGLIO, ANNA MARIE-Optometrist and Optician, 270 Broad- way, Revere. Born Schenectady, N. Y. Daughter of Leopoldo Buonfiglio and Rose Farone. Graduated from Schenectady High School in 1925 and Mass. School of Optometry and of Harvard. In practice of optometry in Revere since 1930. Member: Mass. Optometric Society; Revere Ladies Lodge, Sons of Italy in America, Ideal Club of Revere, Women's Columbus Republican Club. Her father, a native of Amorosi, Benevento, Italy, came to America in 1901, a funeral director for 35 years. Had following chil- dren: Anna, of this sketch; Vincent, funeral director in Quincy; Patsy, Mollie, Albert (U. S. Army); Elvira, dental nurse; Mary, Paul, funeral director, and Arnold veteran U. S. Army, is student of optometry. Res .: 145 Mountain Ave., Revere.

BUONFIGLIO, PAUL-Funeral Director and Embalmer, 227 River St., Revere. Born Schenectady, N. Y., Sept. 18, 1916. Son of Leopoldo Buon- figlio and Rose Farone. Graduated from Revere High School in 1934, was member of varsity football, basketball and track and vice-president of graduation class. Graduated from Boston School of Anatomy and Em- balming in 1938, where he also taught embalming, 1939-42. Graduated from Mass. Institute of Mortuary Science in 1939. In business since 1940. Member: American Funeral Directors and Embalmers Assoc .; Order Sons of Italy in America; St. Anthony's Holy Name Society; Italian American New Deal Club. Married Elsie McCarthy of East Boston, Sept 4, 1937. One daughter, Elaine Rose. His father was born at Amorosi, Benevento, Italy. Came to America in 1901 settling in Schenectady, since 1922 in Revere. Has been in the undertaking business for 35 years, now in charge of morgue at Mass. Gen. Hosp.

BUONFIGLIO, VINCENT - Proprietor Buonfiglio Funeral Home and Chapel, 116 Franklin St., Quincy. Born Schenectady, N. Y., Jan. 24, 1907. Son of Leopoldo Buonfiglio and Rose Farone. Graduated from N. E. Insti- tute of Anatomy and Embalming. In business in Quincy since 1933. Mar-

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ried Lydia Blanche Bagnulo of Revere, Aug. 20, 1933, a graduate of Revere High School. Children: Deanne Rose, born Dec. 30, 1936; and Vincent Jr., born Feb. 8, 1943. Member: Order Sons of Italy; Italian Mutual Aid Society, John Quincy Adams Club, South Quincy Dramatic Club. His father was born in Amorosi, Benevento, Italy. Came to America in 1901, settled in Schenectady, N. Y., and since 1923 in Revere. Has been funeral director since 1911. Had the following children: Anna, an optometrist; Vincent, Patsy, Mollie, Mary, Albert (U. S. Army); Elvira, a dental techni- cian; Paul, a funeralist in Revere and Arnold (U. S. Army). Res .: 1170 Furnace Brook Pkwy., Quincy.

BUONO, CHARLES LOUIS-Physician and Surgeon. Born Trinidad, Colo., July 21, 1910. Son of Louis Buono and Carolina Rongoni. Graduated with honors from High School of Commerce in 1928, (scholarship North American League) ; Boston University pre-medical; Middlesex University School of Medicine and Surgery in 1933, M.D. (magna cum laude). Was leader of his class during his last three years. Interne at Washington Casualty Hospital, Washington, D. C. In general practice in Worcester since 1935. Now officer in U. S. Army medical corps. Married Aurora D'Argenis, sister of Dr. D'Argenis of Worcester. Children: Louise Ann and Robert David. Member: National, State, and Worcester Medical Asso- ciations; Order Sons of Italy; K. C., fourth degree; Holy Name Society; Watchusetts Country Club, and Young Men's Republican Club. City phy- sician for Welfare Dept. since 1938. His father, a native of Pozzuoli, Naples, Italy, was member of Royal Guard in Italy. Came to America in 1904. Res .: 98 Beverly Rd., Worcester.

BUONO, JERRY WILLIAM - Sales Representative. Born Trinidad, Colo., Aug. 23, 1914. Son of Louis Buono and Carolina Rongoni. Graduated from North High School in 1932. In the service of Papalia & Co., of Wor- cester since 1937. Married Emma Molinari of Worcester, Nov. 8, 1937, (a graduate of Fairchild Business College). One daughter, Barbara Marie, born March 25, 1939. Member: Hilchrist Country Club, Italian American Defense Comm., the K. C., and Beato Angelo Society. Was member of varsity football team. His father was born in Pozzuoli, Naples, Italy, where he was member of the Royal Guard. Came to America in 1904. Had the following children: Raffaela, married to Henry Williams; Charles Louis, a physician; Jerry William; Joseph T., U. S. Army; May, married to Thomas Robo; Mary Jane, in U. S. Marines. Has two half sisters, Anne and Philomena (Dipari). Res. 270 Plantation St., Worcester.

BUONO, PELLEGRINO (PETER)-Pioneer Italian American of Boston in the field of butter and eggs, 241 North St., Boston. Born Luogosano, Avellino, Italy, Oct. 14, 1892. Son of Joseph Buono and Maria Rosa Cac- caviello. Brought to America in 1898 settling in Boston. Educated in the public schools. In business since 1920. Formerly a salesman for C. R. Noyes, leading fruit and producers of Boston. Served in the U. S. Navy during World War I, at experimental station in New London, Conn., where he was instructor in boxing. Mr. Buono has been the New England light weight boxing champion of New England and sparring partner for Samuel Langford. Married Theresa DiAngelis of Boston. One daughter, Irene Rose. Member of K. of C., and past commander of American Legion, North end post No. 53. His father came to America in the late 80's, settling in Boston.

BURATI, AUGUST JULIUS-Attorney-at-Law. Born Coman, Trentino, Italy, November 19, 1905. Son of Michele Burati and Gisella Donati. Was brought to America in 1909. Graduated from Athol High School in 1923; Bay Path Institute in 1925 and Northeastern University Shool of Law in 1931, L. L. B. In general practice of law in Springfield since 1932. Asso- ciate Counsel for Springfield Aid Society and government appeal agent for local draft board 143. Marriad Marjorie E. Blair of East Longmeadow,

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Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 14

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