Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 18

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

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in 1937. Retired from baking business in 1944. Res .: 225 Highland Ave., Malden.

CANNIZZARO, SILVIO-Proprietor, Avon General Store, 147 Main St., Avon. Born Vizzini, Catania, Italy, Nov. 17, 1897. Son of Giovanni Can- nizzaro and Giovanna La Ferlita. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Served in the Italian Army World War I. Came to America in 1920 settling in Brockton, where he graduated from the Evening School. In business since 1923. Married Emilia Paulicelli of Brockton, June 20, 1926. Children: John, born Feb. 11, 1929; Maria, born June 27, 1930 and Leonard, born July 27, 1939. Member, Order Sons of Italy and Artillery Society. Fond of hunting, travel and grand opera. Is a former band musician. Has the following brothers and sisters: Salvatore, of Randolph; Giovanni, of Brockton and a sister in Italy, Mrs. Mariannina Frazzetto. Res .: 21 East Main St., Avon.

CANTALUPO, GIOVANNI ANTONIO-Born Castelcivita, Salerno, Italy, March 27, 1867. Son of Luigi Cantalupo and Michelina Enrico. Educated under private tutors in Italy, where he learned custom shoe making and served in Italian Army as first class musician for five years. Came to U. S. in 1892 settling in Boston. Worked as shoe worker for 30 years, later engaged in real estate. Married late Maria Perito of Nocera In- feriore, Salerno, Italy, June 29, 1893. Children: Alessio, veteran U. S. Army, World War I, married to Immacolata Di Marco; Alberto, marble setter, married to Emma Grande; Maddalena, married to Joseph Testa; Mich- elina, married to Ralph Santosuosso; Matilde, married to Domenic Rug- geri; Alfonso, graduate East Boston High and attended Mass. Institute of Technology, is general building contractor, married to Laura Capodil- upo; and Marguerite. Mr. Cantalupo has been active in civic and welfare activities. Former chief ranger and deputy of local Foresters of America. Author of numerous music compositions, among which are: "Victory Anthem," "The Brave Soldier," "Father of Destiny," "Blind Men's Return from War", etc. Res .: 117 Central Ave., Medford.

CANTALUPI, JOSEPH J .- Head, Commercial Dept., Everett High School. Born Controni, Salerno, Italy, July 12, 185. Son of Donato Can- talupi and Rosemarie Frazzetti. Brought to America in 1903 settling in Boston. Graduated: Everett High School, 1914 and Salem Teachers College, 1923. Attended Boston University, Suffolk University Law School, and Bryant and Stratton Commercial School. Teacher at Everett High School since 1923. Married Amalia Cavagnaro of Boston, Nov. 19, 1920. Children: Mary (student-Salem Teachers College); Joseph (student at Yale), serving in U. S. Navy; Genevieve, student at Framingham Teachers College; Edna and Rosemaria, students. Mr. Cantalupi is former presi- dent of N. E. High School Commercial Teachers Association and treasurer for ten years. Served in U. S. Army during World War I as Sergeant- Major and saw service in France. Member of American Legion, the V. E. F. and Ration Board of Everett. His father was born in Altavilla, Salerno, Italy. Came to America in 1901 settling in Boston. Res .: 82 Bradford St., Everett.

CANTELMO, NORMAN FRANK-Osteopath Physician. Born Newark, N. J., August 24, 1910. Son of Frank Cantelmo and Florence Sachtleben. Graduated from Thayer Academy of South Braintree and Mass. College of Osteopathy in 1937, D. O. In general practice in Quincy since 1940. Married Emily May of Milton, June 6, 1942. Member: Order Sons of Italy, John Quincy Adams Club, Poukapoag Hunt Club and Mass. Osteopathic Society. On staff of Mass. Ostheopatic Hospital. Fond of horseback riding, tennis and travel. His father was born in Mirabella Eclano, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1881. Lived in New York, Newark, N, J., and since 1919 in Rockland, Mass. Had the following children: Norman F.,

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William Joseph and Elvira Theodora. Office: Hancock St., Quincy. Res .: 148 Atlantic Ave., Hull, Mass.

CANTONI, MARJORIE-Partner and manager of Cantoni's Coal and Oil Co., North Plymouth. Born Plymouth, Dec. 3, 1917. Daughter of Victor Cantoni and Ina Lamborghini. Graduated: Plymouth High in 1935; Simmons College in 1939, B. S. Special courses in dietetics at Mass. General Hospital. Nutritionist for Mass. Dept. of Public Health. Member of American Dietetics Assoc., Mass. Dietetics Assoc., and Plymouth Busi- ness and Professional Women's Club. Her late father was born in the vicinity of Bologna, Italy. Came to U. S. settling in Plymouth, where he entered coal and oil business in 1923. Died Jan. 28, 1928. Her mother is a native of Plymouth. Res .: 334 Court St., North Plymouth.

CANZANELLI, ATTILIO-Associate Professor of Physiology. Born New York City, Oct. 21, 1898. Son of Joseph Canzanelli and Filippa Trippitelli. Graduated: West Philadelphia High School; Mass. Institute of Technology 1921, B. S .; Postgraduate work, Columbia University; Tufts College Medical School, 1926, M. D. Married Beatrice Tresca of New York, (a- graduate of Hunter College) July 30, 1933. Children: Carl Joseph and Sandra Helga. Interne, Cambridge Hospital and South Dept., Boston City Hospital. In general practice, 1927-29; part time instructor of physiology, Tufts Medical School 1928-29; instructor, physiology, 1929-33, asst. prof. 1933, associate. prof. 1939. Member of American Physiological Society, A. A. A. S. Author of numerous articles in physiological journals. Did research with Prof. Karl Thomas of University of Lipzig and Prof. C. R. Harrington of University of London. His father was born in Sul- mona, Aquila, Italy. Came to America in 1884 settling in New York, fur designer for over 40 years. Office-Tufts College Medical School, Boston. Res .: 37 Walnut St., Arlington.

CANZANELLI, DOMENICO-Fur designer at Filene's, Boston. Born Sulmona, Aquila, Italy, Jan. 31, 1891. Son of Pamfilio Canzanelli and Maria Paravano. Attended public school in Italy. Came to U. S. in 1907. Lived in Philadelphia for seven years. Fur designer in Boston since 1915. With Jordan Marsh for 17 years. With Lamson Hubbard Co. and with Wolfe Bros. for 15 years. Outstanding in the field of furs. Married Ida Paravano of Philadelphia, July 3, 1918. Children: Maria, graduate Med- ford High and Bryant and Stratton College, is in WAVES in Washington, D. C .; Irma, graduate Medford High, is Cadet nurse in U. S. Navy; and Domenic, graduate Medford High, is in U. S. Navy in the Pacific. Mr. Canzanelli is fond of travel, art, reading and grand opera. Hobby: play- ing viola and guitar. His father visited U. S. in 1892, died in Italy in 1936. Had following children: Domenico, Peppino, Francesco, and Raf- faelina. Res .: 36 Morton Ave., Medford.

CANZANO, VINCENT-Fire Fighter. Born Jersey City, N. J., Nov. 20, 1909. Son of Gennaro Canzano and Maria Michela Rondinone. Educated in the public schools of Worcester. In the service of Worcester Fire Dept., since 1941. Formerly with Arcade Malleable Iron Co. Married Josephine Giuliano of Worcester, Nov. 22, 1934. One daughter Marie, born March 9, 1936. Mr. Canzano is member of Worcester Fire Club. Fond of football, skating, swimming, travelling and classical music. His father was born in Italy, came to America in 1904 settling in Worcester in 1913, where he has been in the service of the Boston-Albany Railroad. Had the following children: Vincent, Emilio, Joseph, Mary, John and Eleanor. Res .: 26 Atlanta St., Worcester.

CAPACHIETTI EUGENE-Manager, Gloria Chain Store Inc., 268 Ran- toul St., Beverly. Born Boston, March 9, 1909. Son of Ralph Capachietti and Rosina Martini. Educated in the elementary and High Schools in Boston. In the service of Gloria Chain store since 1929. Married Anna Mosca of Newton, Oct. 8, 1933. Children: Ralph J., Susan A., and Eugene

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Jr. Member of Italian American Republcian Club of Beverly; Moose; and Eagles. Fond of football, boxing, travel, music. His father was born in Teramo, Italy. Came to America in 1898 settling in Boston, where he manufactured fire works. Had the following children: Eugene, Filomena, Mary, Lawrence (a veteran U. S. Army World War II); Celia, Alfred (U. S. Merchant Marines), Clara, Helen and Albert (in U. S. Air Force in New Guinea). Res .: 3 Charles St., Beverly.

CAPACHIONE, JOSEPH-Partner, Capachione Bros. Co., 93 Pleasant St., Brockton. Born Canosa, Bari, Italy, Nov. 2, 1898. Son of Pasquale Capachione and Rosa Metta. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Served in the Italian Army during World War I and fought at battles of Monte Santo, the Carso, at the Piave and at Vittorio Veneto. Came to America in 1921 settling in Brockton, where he has since been associated with his brother Michael in the business. Married Michelina Perito of Brockton, June 5, 1927. Children: Pasquale, born April 6, 1931; Domenic, born Jan. 19, 1933; and Joseph, born Aug. 5, 1934. Member and ex-venerable of Order Sons of Italy. Member of Artillery Society and of Ermede Novelli Educational and Dramatic Club. Active in Civic affairs. Res .: 240 Grafton St., Brockton.

CAPACHIONE, MICHAEL-Proprietor, Capachione Bros. Co., 93 Pleas- ant St., Brockton. Born Canosa, Bari, Italy, Aug. 28, 1891. Son of Pas- quale Capachione and Rosa Metta. Attended public schools in his native town. Came to America in 1908 settling in Brockton. In business since 1912, being the pioneer Italian American in Brockton to enter the leather trade field in the city. Married Grace Riccardi of Brockton, April 11, 1915. One daughter, Rosa, born March 23, 1922, is a graduate of St. Patrick's High school and of Regis College. Mr. Capachione served in the Ameri- can Army in France, World War I. Member of American Legion; Chamber of Commerce; Order Sons of Italy; Artillery Society; Novelli Club. Fond of travel, bowling and music. Active in civic affairs and in the welfare of his countrymen. Has the following brothers and sisters: Joseph, late Sabino, Grazia and Nunzia. Res .: 53 Bernice St., Brockton.

CAPALBI, GENNARO (Jerry)-President, G. Capalbi & Son, Inc., Dex- ter Ave., Watertown. Born Naples, Italy, Jan. 21, 1902. In America since 1920. Manufacturer of Naples food products, canners and packers of ravioli, spaghetti, meat balls, chick peas, peppers etc, since 1937, doing a volume of business of half million dollars yearly. Possesses the most unique industry of its kind in the world. Through his process he makes it possible for the boys in the armed forces to eat their favorite dishes prepared by their Mom's at home. Awarded medals, citations and reso- lutions from local, state, and national authorities and war dept. Was formerly moving picture actor and producer. Married Flora De Notariis of Utica, N. Y., in 1925. Children: Phyllis, secretary to her father and clerk of corp., and Frank, associated with his father. Mr. Capalbi is mem- ber of Elks, director Waterford American Red Cross and honorary member American Legion and V. F. W. Has a brother Michael, veteran of U. S. Army, World War II, Supt. of Naples Canning factory No. 2, of Sudbury, Mass. His other brother Ralph is in Italy. Res .: 2 Alban Rd., Watertown.

CAPALBO, RALPH JOSEPH-Owner and operator of New Method Plat- ing and Enameling Co. Inc., 43 Hammond St., Worcester. Born Worcester, Oct. 27, 1913. Son of Frank Capalbo and Nunziata Spezzano. Educated in the public schools. Began business in 1931 in one car garage, today owns his own shop, employing over 40 people. Married Elizabeth Viola of Worcester, Feb. 3, 1939. One son, Ralph J. Jr., born Dec. 9, 1943. Member American Electrical Plating Society. Fond of football, fishing, travelling and music. Hobby: moving pictures. His father was born in Acri, Cosenza, Italy. Came to America in 1902, settling in Worcester, where he worked for the city, and for Morton Grinding Co. Had the following children:

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Mrs. Josephine Caputi; Mrs. Rose Sicari, John B., proprietor of the A. & R. Mfg. Co., Nicholas of New York, Ralph J., of this sketch, Mrs. Antonette Beauregard and Joseph. Res .: Worcester.

CAPAROTTA, LOIUS A. - President and Manager Genova Cafe, 11 Crescent St., Brockton. Born Brockton, Sept. 9, 1913. Son of Francesco Caparotta and Rose Metti. Educated in the public schools. In the restau- rant business since 1934. Formerly in cleaning and Hotel business .. Married Nellie M. Sharkus of Brockton, Sept. 15, 1942. Children: Louis Jr., born April 15, 1943 and Beverly Ann, born June 4, 1944. Member: Order Sons of Italy; Salvini Club and Y.M.C.A. Fond of all sports. Was a former amateur boxer for five years, former musician, leader of his orchestra, and a candidate for city councillor. Active in civic and political affairs. His father was born in San Biasi, Catanzaro, Italy. Came to America in 1902 settling in Brockton. Had the following children: Anthony, Louis, Mary, Cora, Marion, Patzy, Jennie, Eleanor, Albert, Barbara and Rose. Res .: 350 Main St., Brockton.

CAPASSO, ITALO E .- Proprietor Cappy's Shoe Repairing, 2 Dunster St., Cambridge. Born Vicoli Teramo, Italy, May 7, 1896. Son of Silvestro Capasso and Annina Falsani. Came to U. S. in 1909. Lived in Leominster for 14 years. In Arlington since 1926. In business since 1916. Married Elena Pasquarelli of Leominster Jan. 10, 1917. Children: Biagio Joseph, student of M. I. T., in U. S. Army in the Pacific; Josephine; Lillian, grad- uate Burdette College, with U. S. Navy Intelligence Dept., Washington, D. C .; Peter, veteran U. S. Army, married to Vera Piscopo; Silvio, pay- master for National Finance Corp., in U. S. Army in the Pacific; Virginia, office clerk; Romeo M., died in action in Germany, March 17, 1945, · awarded purple heart and presidential citation. All above children are graduates of Arlington High School, and Eleanor, Angela, Edward and Jeannette are students. Member Mazzini Club of Cambridge, Columbia Associates, Medford, and a former band musician. His father, was secre- tary to the Italian Ambassador in Austria, later Italian consulate in Corfu, Greece. Had the following children: Italo, Sarah, Elvira, Eleanor and Matilda. Res .: 30 Laffayette St., Arlington.

CAPECE, NICHOLAS JOSEPH-Physician and Surgeon. Born Casal- vecchio di Puglia, Foggia, Italy, Aug. 22, 1902. Son of Giacomo Capece and Giuseppina De Salvio. Graduated: Milford High; Boston University, 1923, B. S., 1924, B. Ch., 1925, M. D. Interne at Mass. Memorial Hospital. Graduate course at University of Naples, Italy. Special course on gynecol- ogy and obstetrics at Harvard. In general practice in Milford since 1926. On surgical staff of Milford Hospital specializing in obstetrical and in gynecology. Instructor of above mentioned specialties at Milford Hospital. Chairman of board of health; Sec'ty. of Milford Hospital Staff; Captain at the State Guard. Member: local, county, state and national medical assoc .; Elks, Order Sons of Italy, etc. Married, Hazel Martin of Provi- dence, Feb. 17, 1930, a graduate nurse. One son, Robert James, born Dec. 12, 1931. Dr. Capece's father came to U. S. in 1899 settling in Milford. Was a horticulturist, a descendant of long line of nobility which had its origin in Naples in the 10th century. Had the following children: Nicholas J., Mrs. Angelina Palmieri, and Mrs. Carmela Liocce. Office and Res .: 8 West St., Milford.

CAPELOTTI, ANGELA MARY-Graduate Registered Nurse, Brockton. Born Boston, June 26, 1900 . Daughter of Peter Capelotti and Marianna Casali. Graduated from Brockton High School in 1918 and Long Island Hospital, Boston Harbor in 1932. Practicing Reg. nurse since 1932. Mem- ber of Mass. State Nurses Assoc., and Long Island Hospital Alumni Assoc. Fond of travel, reading, art and music. Her father was born in Mette, Parma, Italy. Came to America in 1886, was in the fruit business in Boston for number of years. Settled in Brockton in 1900, where he engaged in the

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fruit and produce business, until his untimely death in 1925. Had the following children: Louis J., proof reader at Brockton Enterprise News- paper; Margaret, married to Arthur Molander; Angela Mary; Anthony D., is a printer; Theresa, a registered nurse, is married to John Forrest; and Charles in U. S. Army Medical Corps overseas. Res .: 269 No. Warren Ave., Brockton.

CAPERCI, ANTHONY-Lieutenant Quincy Police. Born Boston, Oct. 7, 1897. Son of Frank Caperci and Alfonsina D'Iorio. Educated at Quincy public schools and Bently School of Accounting and Finance. Member of Quincy Police Dept., since April 1924, Lieutenant since Nov. 6, 1941. Married Margaret Gerthrude Connell of Quincy, Sept. 2, 1926. Children: William A., born April 6, 1929, and Margaret M., born Feb. 2, 1931. Mem- ber Mass. Police Assoc., and Treasurer of Quincy Police Relief Assoc., since 1934. Fond of baseball, football and travel. His father was born in Mira- bella, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1896. Lived in Boston. Settled in Quincy in 1900 as ship builder. Had the following children: Anthony; James of Seattle Wash .; Mrs. Annie Petrillo of Quincy, and Mary F., a jeweler. Res .: 11 Victoria Rd., Quincy.

CAPIFERRI, JOSEPH FRANCIS-Lieutenant, Quincy Fire Dept. Born Quincy, Aug. 27, 1885. Son of Louis Capiferri and Mary Ann Griffin. Educated in the public schools. Member of Quincy Fire Dept., since 1916, Lieutenant since June 14, 1941. Pioneer American of Italian descent in Quincy to become permanent fireman in the city. Married Anne L. Black- lock of Quincy, July 3, 1922, a former public school teacher in Quincy for 15 years. Children: Mary Louise, born April 18, 1923; and Margaret Elizabeth, born Oct. 30, 1924, both graduates of Quincy High and of Bridgewater State Teachers College. Member Mass. and local Permanent Firemen's Associations, and Quincy Firemen's Relief Association. Fond of baseball, travel and music. His father was born in Lombardy, Italy. Came to America in 1870, was a highly cultured gentleman, a legal advisor, and Saxon at St. John's R. C. Church of Quincy. Had the following chil- dren: Joseph Francis; John Peter, and Rose Marie. Res .: 329 Southern Artery, Quincy.

CAPITE, VITALIANO S .- Proprietor, U. S. Capite and Co. Born Spar- anise, Naples, Italy, July 26, 1883. Son of Joseph Capite and Maria Teresa Riciardi. Educated in public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1904 settling in Worcester. In the marble and tile business since 1922. Formerly a general building contractor. Married Ella Capurro of Worces- ter, June 9, 1909, a graduate of Tyler's Business College. Mr. Capite is vice-president of the Italian Country Club. Fond of hunting, fishing, bocce, travelling and music. Has the following brothers and sisters: Cesare, Mattia, Annina, Assunta, and Mary, married to Anthony Paletta of Mil- bury, Mass. Office and Res .: 436 Shrewsbury St., Worcester.

CAPOBIANCO, JOHN - General Contractor. Born Sturno, Avellino, Italy, Aug. 29, 1888. Son of Joseph Capobianco and Margherita Abbondan- dele. Educated here and abroad. Came to America in 1902. Lived in New York for three years. In Boston since 1905, where he has since been engaged in the contracting business. One of the leading contractors in Mass. in the ecclasiastical construction field. Awarded the grand gold medal at the Florence Fair in 1934. Married Rosa I. Casaletto of Boston, June 11, 1917: Children: Margaret M. and Angela G., both graduates of Boston University School of Law in 1943; Josephine and Edevige, College students. Mr. Capobianco is one of the founders of the Italian Children's Home and deeply interested in social welfare work. Office: 44 School St., Boston. Res .: 129 Chiswick Rd., Brighton, Mass.

CAPODANNO, FRANK S .- Insurance Agent. Born Gaeta, Littoria, Italy, Oct. 11, 1898. Son of Philip Capodanno and Rosina Di Maio. Came to America in 1910 settling in Auburndale. Graduated from Newton High

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School in 1919. In the service of Metropolitan Life Insurance Co., since 1935. Married Rose Simeone of Newton, June 7, 1926. Children: Rose- Marie and Frank Jr. Member of Metropolitan Honor Club. Fond of base- ball, golf, travelling and music. Father came to America in 1900, settling in Auburndale, where he engaged in business for over 35 years. Res .: 131 Crafts St., Newtonville.

CAPODILUPO, ANTONIO-Real estate and Mortgages, 31 Cross St., Boston. Born San Sossio Baronia, Avellino, Italy, Aug. 13, 1880. Son of Leonardo Capodilupo and Carmela Di Cicco. Came to America in 1897 settling in Boston. In the wholesale liquor field for 15 years. In the real estate and mortgages business since 1919. Married Giulia Carifio of Boston, April 8, 1906. Children: Elena, Carmela, Josephine, all high school grad- uates. Member: B. P. Order of Elks. Fond of travelling, music and opera. Active in civic and political affairs. His father was born in San Sossio, Baronio, Italy. Came to America in 1894 settling in Boston. In the grocery business for many years. Res .: 141 Gray St., Arlington.

CAPODILUPO, EDMUND E .- Attorney-at-Law. Born Boston, July 7, 1913. Son of Peter Capodilupo and Angelina Mastrangelo. Graduated: English High School, 1931 and Suffolk University Law School, 1936, L. L. B. In general practice in Boston since 1936. Representative since 1941. Mar- ried Linda Giudice of Boston, June 22, 1941. One daughter, Angela Maria. Member of K. of C. Grand Knight of Ausonia Council. Father was born in San Sossio Baronia, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1901 settling in Boston, engaged as insurance broker for over 30 years. Office: 40 Court St., Res .: 53 Hull St., Boston.

CAPODILUPO, GRAZIANO - Physician and Surgeon. Born Boston, Jan. 15, 1911. Son of Peter Capodilupo and Angelina Mastrangelo. Grad- uated from English High School in 1928 and took post graduate course at Berkeley Preparatory School; Middlesex University School of Medicine in 1937, M. D. Interne at Columbus Hospital of Buffalo N. Y., 1935-37. In general practice of medicine in Boston since 1937. Married Argentina Cardillo of Boston (a former public school teacher), October 11, 1941. One daughter, Angela Marie. Father born San Sossio Baronia, Avellino, Italy, came to America in 1894 settling in Boston, engaged in the insurance field. Office: 327 Hanover St., Res .: 55 Hull St., Boston.

CAPODILUPO, JERRY-Proprietor and President of Old Colony Realty Management Co., of Boston. Born San Sossio Baronia, Avellino, Italy, May 25, 1904. Son of Antonio Capodilupo and Emanuela Iannella. Edu- cated in the elementary and high schools in Italy. Came to America in 1922 settling in Boston, where he attended English High School. In the real estate business since 1937. Formerly with Gilchrist, and Jordan Marsh. Married Anna Maglione of Chelsea, Jan. 1, 1934. Children: Ella and Anthony. Member: Mass. Real Estate Exchange; B. P. O. E., and Friends of Italian Freedom Inc. Fond of outdoor sports and music. Father came to America in 1898, settled in Boston, where he was baker and salesman. Office: 43 Somerset St., Boston. Res .: 11 Dean Rd., Brookline.

CAPODILUPO, MICHELE ANTONIO-Proprietor, Tony's Restaurant, 261-263 Meridian St., East Boston. Specializing in spaghetti, ravioli, pizza, lobsters, clams, etc. Born San Sossio Baronia, Avellino, Italy, Sept. 6, 1903. Son of Domenico Capodilupo and Saveria also Capodilupo. Educated in the Institute of Commerce in Benevento, and served in the Italian Army in the civil engineer division. Came to U. S. in 1931 settling in E. Boston, where he has since been in restaurant business. Married Concetta Capor- ale of Boston, daughter of Angelo and Carmela Caporale, natives of San Sossio Baronia, Italy. Children: Domenic, born June 19, 1940; and Angelo, born Sept. 4, 1941. Mr. Capodilupo's father came to U. S. in 1899 settling in Boston, where he was manager of his brother Michele Capodi- lupo's chain stores for 15 years. Had the following children: Mrs. Anton-

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etta Rosa; Antonio, and Mrs. Giuseppina De Cicco. Res .: 259 Meridian St., East Boston.

CAPONE, A. JOHN-Born Winchester, Feb. 21, 1907. Son of Charles Capone and Filomena Todesco. Graduated from English High School in 1925 and attended Harvard University. Registered pharmacist since 1928. Formerly manager of Liggetts Drug store. Mr. Capone established the Cornell Drug Store of Roslindale in 1931 and has since been engaged in that field. Married Flora Angela Cefalo of West Roxbury, Nov. 5, 1936. One daughter, Carolyn, born Feb. 19, 1938. Member: B. A. R. D .; M. A .- R. D .; N. A. R. D .; The Order of Yellow Dog. Fond of baseball, football, hockey, soccer, golf, tennis, badminton, lacross. A lover of music. Mr. Capone is active in civic affairs and deeply interested in every worthy cause. Res .: 19 Cefalo Rd., West Roxbury.

CAPONE, ALBERT-Welder. Born Dedham, April 27, 1913. Son of Florendo Capone and Clementina De Marco. Graduated from Dedham High, where he was member of his varsity baseball, football and basket- ball team for four years. Played same sports professionally for nine years for the Dedham Town Team; the A. A., and the Hyde Park Sons of Italy, etc. Served as coach of Keelan basketball team and head of C. Y. O. of St. Mary's church of Dedham. President of Italian American Citizen's Club; Venerable Order Sons of Italy; Organizer of Women's Lodge Order Sons of Italy; Supervisor of Junior Lodge Order Sons of Italy; Supervisor of Italian American Junior Citizen's Club; Member St. Anthony Society; Dedham A. A. Athletic Assoc .; Oakdale A. C .; E. Dedham Improvement Athletic Association Active in civic and political affairs. Married Louise Colombo of Dedham June 15, 1941. One son Leonard, born July 23, 1943. His father was born in Monte Miletto, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1894 settling in Dedham as foreman at Readville Locomotive Shop. Had the following children: Mrs. Ida Capone; Mrs. Margaret Meleo; Edward; Alfred; Albert; Eugene; Walter; Sylvia; Viola; Dorothy and Evelyn (twins). Res .: 163 River St., East Dedham.

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Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 18

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