Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 22

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


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CARROZZA, PASQUALE-Born San Giuliano di Puglia, Campobosso, Italy, Nov. 8, 1894. Son of Biagio Carrozza and Maria Vincenza Androna. Attended public school in his native town. Served in the Italian Army (arditi) World War I was wounded. Came to America in 1920 settling in Brockton. In the service of Bethlehem Steel since 1942, formerly in fruit and vegetable business. Married Maria Nicola Colomba, Jan. 22, 1914, a native of Bonefro, Campobosso, Italy. Children: Anthony, in U. S. Army Air Corps; James in U. S. Navy Seabees, South Pacific; Michael, in U. S. Army as mechanical engineer; Angelina, in defense work; Henry, in U. S. Navy; Dan; and Lucy, all of whom have attended Brockton High School. Member: Order Sons of Italy; Artillery Society, and Ward five Italian American Progressive Club. Mr. Carrozza has a bother, Luigi, in North Attleboro, and a sister, Nunziata, married to Nicola Carrozza of Povidence, R. I. Res .: 78 Lawrence St., Brockton.


CARULLI, FREDERICK FRANK-Proprietor, Happy Swallow, 182 Wav- erly St., Framingham. Born Milford, Oct. 17, 1907. Son of Paul Carulli and Venuta Mensai. Educated at Holliston public schools. In business since 1930. Member of Eagles; Mass. Liquor Board of Trade and president of Framingham Liquor Dealers Assoc. Fond of baseball boxing, fishing, hunting and travel. His father was born in Arsago, Milano, Italy. Came to America in 1898 settling in Milford, later in Holliston. Had the follow- ing children: Angelo, in U. S. Navy; Frederick Frank; Mrs. Mary Toschi; Paul, in U. S. Army Air Corps. Res .: 145 Washington St., RFD, Holliston.


CARUSO, CARMEN A .- Radio announcer (WBZ, Boston), producer and actor. Born East Boston, Jan. 11, 1917. Son of Frederick Caruso and Maria Scioscia. Graduated: East Boston High and Leland Powers School of Theaters. In radio and theatrical field since 1936. Winner of the H. B. Davis nation-wide announcer's memorial award in 1944. Married Anne Camerlego, Aug. 24, 1941, a graduate of East Boston High. Children: Carl S., Susan M., and Annette L. (twins). Mr. Caruso is vices-pres. American Federation of Radio Artists and former chairman Tributary Theatres of Boston. His parents were born in Altavilla, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in early 1900, settling in East Boston. Had the following children: Carmen A., Catherine, Nicholas (veteran U. S. Army overseas), Gerard, killed in action U. S. Army in France, Josephine, Eugene, Ernest, and Fred. Res .: 43 Seaview Ave., E. Boston.


CARUSO, JOSEPH-Proprietor, Caruso News Co., Salem. Born Salem, Feb. 21, 1909. Son of John Caruso and Frances Pino. Graduated from Salem High School 1926; Lighton Vocational School of Boston, and Salem Vocational High School. Newspaper dealer in Salem since 1924, largest distributors of newspapers in the city. Married Josephine Celona of Salem,


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Jan. 10, 1942. One daughter, Francesca, born March 4, 1944. Mr. Caruso is veteran, American Army, World War II. Member of American Legion, and former member of Salem School committee for four years the first American of Italian descent in Salem to be elected to that office, receiving highest number of votes. Fond of baseball, football, hockey. Former presi- dent of athletic school sports. His father was born in province of Messina, Italy. Came to America in 1904 settling in Salem. Had the following chil- dren: Joseph, Leo, John. Step-brothers: Louis (Centurino), Anna and James. Res .: 13 High St., Salem.


CARUSO, JOSEPH-Proprietor, Coin operated phonographs and record shop, 139 Meridian St., East Boston. Born Fitchburg, May 9, 1912. Son of Orazio Caruso and Maria Rizzotto. Graduated from Fitchburg High School in 1928. In business since 1928. Married Jacqualine Guarnieri of Somerville Nov. 24, 1938. One son, Joseph George Caruso, born June 26, 1940. Fond of baseball, football, boxing and travelling. His father was born in the vicinity of Messina Italy. Came to America in early 1900, settling in Fitchburg. Had the following children: Joseph, of this sketch; Matthew, Frank, Stephen, all of whom are engaged in various businesses, and Mary, married to George Campanelli. Res .: 329 Border St., East Boston.


CARUSO, MICHAEL-Proprietor, fruit and meat market, 20 Cross St., Boston. Born Boston March 7, 1914. Son of Carmelo Caruso and Carmela Dattila. Graduated from public schools. In business since 1930. Married Lucille De Matteo of Boston March 31, 1940. Children: Lonella, born Aug. 27, 1941 and Michael Jr., born May 10, 1943. Member of Haymarket Association. Fond of hunting, travel and music. His father, a veteran of Italian Army World War II, was born in Itala, Messina, Italy, came to U. S. in 1900 settling in Boston, where he engaged in various occupations, had the following children: Mrs. Antonina Greco; Michael; Giuseppe (a veteran Italian Army World War II; and Nancy. Res .: 45 Lincoln St., Winchester.


CARVELLI, ALBERT B .- Insurance representative. Born West Newton, April 15, 1914. Son of Francis Carvelli and Theresa Guzzi. Graduated from West Newton High in 1932, was member of varsity baseball, football, and hockey teams; Boston University, College of Business Adm'tion in 1939, B. A., was also member of varsity baseball, football and hockey teams, first American of Italian descent to captain the championship hockey team of 1937-38 and a leading scorer. Member of Boston Olympic Hockey team since 1939 and of the Alpha Phi Delta Fraternity. In the service of Metropolitan Life Ins. Co. since 1941. Married Rose Morosini of Milton, March 9, 1941. One son, Albert, Jr., born Jan. 20, 1944. Mr. Carvelli's father was born in Vincenzo di Catanzaro Italy. Came to America in 1905 settling in West Newton. Res .: 70 Brushill Rd., Milton.


CASSACCA, JOSEPH-Proprietor, Kings Corner Restaurant and Roma Bakery, Leominster. Born Gradoli, Viterbo, Italy, July 9, 1901. Son of Domenico Cassacca and Maria Fabbri. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1915 settling in Leominster. In busi- ness since 1921. His bakery is the largest in Leominster. Married Stella Gognan of Leominster Feb. 5, 1922. Children: Domenic, in U. S. Army; Delvina, a bookkeeper for her father; Marie, a graduate nurse, all of whom are graduates of Leominster High School; and Theresa, Pauline, Norman, Francis and Donald, students. Member: Order Sons of Italy; Italian American Citizens' Club'; Elks, etc. Fond of baseball, football, travel and music. His father came to America in 1912. Had the following children: Margherita, Maddalena, Joseph and Angela. Res .: 294 Sixth St., Leominster.


CASALY, JOHN LOUIS-Lawyer. Born Casale, Piacenza, Italy, Feb. 6, 1911. Son of James Casaly and Catherine Molina. Graduated: Natick High; Boston College pre-law and Boston College Law School in 1936,


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L. L. B. In general practice in Natick since 1938. Married Anna L. Weadick of Natick, June 29, 1940. One son, Richard J., born July 11, 1941. Member: advisory board selective service; town finance committee; retiring advisory board selective service; town finance committee; retirement boad rehabili- tation committee; director local community chest; Order Sons of Italy and K. of C. Active in civic and welfare movements. His father came to U. S. in 1906 lived in Wellesley. In Natick since 1915. Had the follow- ing children: Mrs. Anna Rulle; Peter; John Louis; Mrs. Mary Coughlin; Anthony; Flory; Cesare (in U. S. Army) ; Robert; William (in U. S. Army), and James, Jr. Res .: 108 Worcester St., Natick.


CASASANTA, NICHOLAS PEACHY-Instrumental Instructor. Born Milford, March 2, 1896. Son of Giovanni Casasanta and Antonia Villani, Educated in the public schools. Began his musical education at the age of seven under competent teacher, later under Prof. Giguere, the famous Belgian violinist of Woonsocket, R. I. Teacher of twelve instruments since 1915, having 17 studios in Milford and vicinity. Considered the outstand- ing instrumentalist in Worcester County. Was for number of years leader of his band "Peachy Orchestra" which played thoughout New England. Has also been choir director at Sacred Heart Church of Milford for eight years. Married Antoinette Nellie Cervone of Milford, Sept. 7, 1919. Chil- dren: Regina, married to Charles Espanet, Jr .; Claire Anita, and Eleanor Marie, all graduates of Milford High. Member of Elks, where he is past exalted ruler and life member. His father was born in Campo di Giove, Aquila, Italy. Came to America in 1886, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Milford. Had the following children: Daniel F., Nicholas P., Salvator, Mrs. Mary Volpe, and Joseph, who graduated from Notre Dame University in 1923, is Dean of the University School of Music since 1924. Res .: 3 Park Ter., Milford.


CASANO, CARL D .- Insurance Counsellor. Born Palermo, Italy, Aug. 22, 1870. Son of Rosolino Casano and Rosaria Diano Di Carlo. Educated in elementary and high schools. In the service of Penn. Mutual Life Ins. Co. since 1898. Being among the first Americans of Italian descent in the State to enter the insurance field. Member: Boston Life Underwriters Assoc. Fond of outdoor life and lover of music. Married Lillian G. Glover of Gloucester in 1899. Children: Lydia (Black) a former high school teacher; Florence (nurse); Marion (Green) Sargent School of Physical Culture; Beatrice (Ledwith Guillard) Art School and Vocal Training, New York. Mr. Casano's father came to America in 1869 settling in Boston, engaged in hairdressing business for over 50 years. Office: 61 Battery- march St., Boston. Res .: 970 Franklin St., Melrose.


CASSARA, NICHOLAS-Hair stylist, Pierre Marcel Coiffures, Boston. Born in Boston, March 24, 1914. Son of Gaetano Cassara and Amelia Sangiorgio. Graduated from Everett High School in 1931. Learned hair- dressing in Boston and under M. Louis, hair stylist of New York. In the service of Pierre Marcel since 1943, formerly with R. H. White Co. Beauty Salon for seven years. Fond of hunting, fishing, travel and music. Hobby: creating novelties in the field of hairdressing. His father was born in Alcamo, Palermo, Italy. Came to U. S. in early 1900 settling in Boston as clothing designer. Mother, a native of Palermo, Italy. They had the following children: Mrs. Marie Buteri, Nicholas, Carmen, a hair stylist, Ernest, radio announcer in Manchester, N. H., and Amelia secretarial school student. Res .: 121 Ferry St., Everett.


CASASSA, ANDREW-Lawyer, banker, treasurer of City of Revere. Born Boston, Sept. 17, 1886. Son of Angelo and Luigia Casassa. Graduated from Revere High School in 1905; Ballou and Hobigand Preparatory School in 1906; Boston University School of Law in 1908, L.L. B. In gen- eral practice since 1908. Mayor of Revere 1929-34 (three terms); State Senator 1920-24 (three terms); House of Representatives 1912-14 (three terms); Selectman (three terms); on School Committee (three terms);


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president of First National Bank of Revere; pioneer American of Italian descent in all the above offices. Married to Emily G. Glendinning of Revere. Member of numerous organizations. Sponsorer of every worthy cause. Died in Revere in 1944. Father a native of Cicagna, Genoa, Italy. Came to America in 1872. Lived in Boston and Revere where he engaged as fruit merchant for 40 years, later as real estator. His mother born same place. Res .: 6 Lynnway, Revere.


CASASSA, PAULINE (Foppiano, Pauline Mrs.)-Born Montebruno, Genoa, Italy, June 2, 1862. Daughter of Gerolamo Casassa and Luisa (also) Casassa. Came to U. S. in 1869, lived in Boston, where she married John F. Foppiano, a native of Philadelphia on July 25, 1881, whose father was a native of Montebruno, Genoa, Italy, and came to America in the early 60's. They had the following children: Louise married to Nicholas Garbarino of Lynn; Blanch, married to Charles Carbone of Salem; Theresa, married to Benjamin J. Simmons of Salem; Jerome, married to Agnes Glynn of Cambridge; Marguerite, married to Thomas F. Lynn of Gloucester. Her father, Gerolamo Casassa, was born in Columbelli, Genoa, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1869 with his whole family settling in the Northend of Boston. In 1880 moved to Salem. Address: 10 Vale St., Salem.


CASELLA, CARMEN-Proprietor, Casella Shoe Store, Bus Terminal, Travel Bureau, Foreign Exchange and Notary Public, 102 Howard St., Framingham. Born Framingham, July 21, 1915. Son of James V. Casella and Mary Cardeleen. Graduated from Framingham High School in 1933. In business since 1933. Member: Bella Sicilia Society and Foresters of America. Fond of baseball, hockey, travel and music. His late father was born in Ucria, Messina, Italy. Came to America in 1898 settling in Fram- ingham, where he engaged in the shoe business, court interpreter and steamship agent. He was married to Mary Cardeleen of Woburn, Aug. 16 1914. Had the following children: Carmen; Rosalie, married to Anthony Alizio; Pauline, in U. S. SPAR; Josephine, a graduate of Wilfred Academy of Beauty Culture, is hair stylist; Mary, is private secretary, and James V., all of whom are graduates of Framingham High School. Res .: 45 Lawrence St., Framingham.


CASELLA, JOSEPH-Proprietor, Joseph Casella Shoe Service, 7 Com- mon St., Natick, Mass. Born Ucria, Messina, Italy, Oct. 10, 1892. Son of Carmelo Casella and Rosalia Rigoli. Attended public schools in his native town. Went to So. America in 1907. In the United States since 1909. Lived in Framingham where he worked at Dennison's Mfg. Co. Served in the Italian Army 1913-1917; and from 1917-1919 he served as interpreter with British Army. Was awarded medals for distinguished service he rendered to the Italian and British governments. Following his return to U. S. he settled in Natick, where he has since been engaged in the shoe repairing business. Married Grazia Giordano of Framingham, May 15, 1921. Chil- dren: Rosalie M., a graduate of Natick High School and Boston University, is a former high school teacher at Montpelier, Vt., married to Chester W. Cherrington; and Joseph J., a student. Member of World Wars Italo Americans. Has a brother, Rosario, a tonsorialist in Framingham. Res .: 39 Lawrence St., Framingham.


CASELLA, ROSARIO-Proprietor, The Modern Barber Shop, 21 Concord St., Framingham. Born Ucria, Messina, Italy, March 25, 1897. Son of Carmelo Casella and Rosalia Rigoli. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1912 settling in Framingham. In business since 1916. Married Lina D'Amico of Boston, June 10, 1923. One son, Russell Carl, born Nov. 6, 1929. Mr. Casella is member of Eagles; Christopher Columbus. Society; Auxiliary police, and former president of Master Barber Association. Active in civic affairs. Fond of hunting, fish- ing, travel and grand opera. Has a brother, Joseph, in Natick, and a sister, Josephine, married to Samuel Tomasi of Framingham. Res .: 50 Everit Ave., Framingham. .


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CASERIO, VINCENT ALBERT -Manager, Apremont Grill Co., of Springfield. Born Castelmauro, Campobasso, Italy, Dec. 14, 1904. Son of Antonio Caserio and Luisa Gianfelice. Came to America in 1914 settling in Springfield. Educated here and abroad. In business since 1934. Married Amelia Chechile of Springfield, Nov. 11, 1935. Children: Frances Diana and Jane Marie. Member of K.C. Fond of football, boxing, travelling and former amateur baseball player. His father came to America in 1897 settling in Springfield, where for 33 years he was an employee of Spring- fild Street Railway. Had following children: Michael, in jewelry business; Vincent of above sketch, and Albert, a foreman at Sickle Co. Res .: 18 Gordon St., Springfield.


CASILIO, CARMIN FRANK-Proprietor, Casilio's Gas Station, 2535 Mass. Ave., No. Cambridge. Born Pittsburgh, Penn., June 4, 1904. Son of Domenic Casilio and Angela Maria Terio. Educated in the public schools. Graduated from Buffalo Automobile School. In business since 1936. Mar- ried Josephine T. Bianco of Belmont, Sept. 24, 1941. Children, George Frank, born Feb'. 22, 1943, and Mary Josephine, born July 14, 1944. Mem- ber: Mantle Club and Mass. Gasoline Retail Assoc. Fond of football, travel, reading and music. Hobby: playing the accordion. His father was born in Castelnuovo, Aquila, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1898 settling in Pennsylvania, later in Canton, Ohio, as baker. Had the following children: Carmela, Carmin Frank, William, Lena and Rose. Res .: 52 Bright Rd., Belmont.


CASSANI, VINCENT L .- City Auditor. Born Chelsea, Jan. 23, 1893. Son of Louis Cassani and Margherita Pioppi. Graduated from Chelsea High School in 1910, member of varsity baseball team, later played semi pro- fessional for 14 years and professional for one year. Studied accounting at Boston University for two years. Served as Ensign in U. S. Navy, World War I. Married Dora C. Bonzagni of E. Boston, Jan. 31, 1921. Children: Vincent L. Jr., graduate of Annapolis Naval Academy, Ensign in U., S. Navy; Francis J., student of Boston College, U. S. Army; Theodora A., and John A., are students. Member: Appeal Board No. 5 selective service of Boston and Municipal Finance Officer's Asociation; Past president of Chelsea Rotary Club; trustee of County Savings Bank of Chelsea; treas- urer of Chelsea Memorial Hospital; Chairman of Chelsea Retirement Board; K. C., and American Legion. City Auditor of Chelsea since June 14, 1921. His father was born in Renazzo, Ferrara, Italy. Came to America in 1886 settling in Chelsea, where he worked for Revere Rubber Co., for 35 years. Res .: 70 Fremont Ave., Chelsea.


CASSANO, ERMINIO-Proprietor, Cassano Shoe Service, 342 Concord St., Framingham. Born Torre le Nocelle, Avellino, Italy, Dec. 24, 1892. Son of Domenic Cassano and Carolina Nuzzolo. Attended public schools in his native town, where he learned the trade of custom shoe making. Came to America in 1910 settling in Framingham where he has since been in business. Mr. Cassano is the inventor of "one piece leather upper shoe" already patented in Washington, D. C. Has also constructed largest one piece shoe in the world, weighing eight lbs., all hand made having 2068 stitches. Member: Avellino Club and Eagles. Is an outstanding bocce player and lover of travel and music. Married Adelina Ardolino of Wellesley in 1914, has one daughter Angiolina and a son Ciriaco. Res .: 342 Concord St., Framingham.


CASSANO, JENNETTE PIA-Academic Instructor at Vocational High School, Everett. Born Jamaica Plain, June 19, 1903. Daughter of Felix Vergona and Annunziata Russo. Graduated from Winthrop High School in 1921, and Salem State Teachers College in 1923, B. S. in Ed., Teacher at Vocational High School of Everett since 1931. Formerly teacher at Falmouth, Mass. Member, Everett Teachers Club. Travelled throughout U. S. and Europe. Married the late Michael Cassano of Rockland, Mass., a former music instructor in Rockland Schools and at Norfolk prison,


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where he organized bands and orchestras among the prisoners. He was an outstanding bandmaster, and instructor of wind instruments and composer of music. Bandmaster of the American Legion of Boston and Rockland. Mrs. Cassano's father was born at Neni Aeolia (Isl), Italy. Came to America in the early 90's settling in Boston, where he manufac- tured the famous Aeolian Macaroni for over 30 years. Res .: 16 Summer St., Everett.


CASSIE, RALPH JOHN-Insurance Agent. Born Boston, Jan. 5, 1899. Son of Corrado Cassie and Assunta Ferranti. Educated in public schools of Everett and attended the Malden Commercial School. In the service of Metropolitan Life Insurance Co., Everett branch since 1927. On honor club numerous times. Married Beatrice Donati of Everett, Nov. 11, 1930. ·One daughter, Marianne, born Sept. 8, 1931. Mr. Cassie is fond of all sports especially baseball and football. A lover of travelling and music. His father, born in Corsagna, Lucca, Italy came to America in 1885, settling in Boston. Had the following children: Louis, late Leo J., Ralph, David, John and Enes. Res .: 54 Cedar St., Everett.


CASSONE, JOSEPH A .- Owner, Cassone Photograph studio, 120 Front St., Worcester. Born Pomarico, Potenza, Italy, Sept. 29, 1886. Son of Joseph Cassone and Maria Luigi Rutigliano. Educated here and abroad. Came to America in 1900 settling in Boston, where he studied photo- graphy for seven years. In business in Worcester since 1907. Married Annette Morandi of Boston, June 6, 1908 (a native of Manerba, Brescia, Italy). Children: Mary, married to Henry Nigro; Josephine, a graduate of Boston University, married to Domenic Marrone; Beatrice, married to Anthony Masiello; Leonora, married to Eugene Lucy. All of the children graduated from North High School. Mr. Cassone is member: Order Sons of Italy; Eagles; and Italian Country Club. Has a brother, John, and a sister, Mrs. Mary Barto of Boston. Res .: 40 Adams St., Worcester.


CASTANO, GIOVANNI-Artist. Born Gasperina, Catanzaro, Italy, Oct. 2, 1896. Son of Joseph Castano and Maria Teresa Procopio. Brought to U. S. in 1904. Studied art under Philip L. Hale, Leslie Thompson, Huger Elliott, F. Lamb, Henry James and Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, 1916- 21. Married Josephine Caruso of Boston, Feb. 6, 1926. Children: John, Elvira and Marie. Painted stage setting, Boston Opera House. · Scenic artist and designer of Cincinnati Grand Opera 1922-27. Painted all stage scenery for Town Hall, Petersborough, N. H. in 1936. Decorated St. Peter's Church of Boston, 1936. Awarded numerous prizes. Member of Republican party, and of Art Clubs of Boston, Brockton, Cincinnati, etc. Studio 274 Boylston St., Boston. Res .: Needham Heights.


CASTANO, SAMUEL J .- Antique Dealer, 11 Warren Ave., Brockton. Born Gasperina, Catanzaro, Italy, Oct. 12, 1903. Son of Joseph Castano and Maria Teresa Procopio. In America since 1905. Educated in the Brockton public school. In business since 1928. Outstanding in the field of Antiques. Married Edna M. Graydon of Brockton, Aug. 13, 1938. Mr. Castano served in the U. S. Army World War I is among the youngest known disabled veterans. Member of American Legion; the "40. and 8," 33rd Division Association; Captain of Civilian Police Ward four. Fond of baseball and football. Hobby: collecting Edison phonograph cylinder records. His father came to America in 1896, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Brockton. Had the following children: Giovanni, artist in Boston; Samuel J .; Mary; Eleanor; Raymond and Richmond are twins; Susie, and George, who is in U. S. Army. Res .: 11 Warren Ave., Brockton.


CASTELLO, ALFONSO-Custom Tailor. Born San Giuliano di Puglia, Compobasso, Italy, Aug. 27, 1891. Son of Giuseppe Castello and Lucia Perzichilli. Emigrated with his parents to Brazil, South America in 1896, where he learned the art of custom tailoring. Came to U. S. in 1910. Settled in Lynn in 1913, where he has since been in business, specializing


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in high class custom tailoring, considered among the finest in the city. Married Josephine Maravighi, Jan. 31, 1929, daughter of the late Pietro Maravighi, who was one of the leading stone cutters of Quincy. Mr. Castello is member of Benevolent Order of Elks and Bee Club. Fond of travel, art and music. Has the following brothers and sisters living in South America: Giovanni, Pasquale, Luisa, Angelo and Giulio. Res .: 25 West Green St., Lynn.


CASTIGNETTI, JOSEPH A .- Proprietor, Sam and Joe's Clothing Shop. Retailers and Wholesalers of Men's Apparel, 151 Hanover St., Boston. Born Watertown, March 15, 1918. Son of Domenico Castignetti and Adelina Zanella. Graduated from English High School and attended Wentworth Institute. In business since 1936. Veteran U. S. Merchant Marine World War II. Married Edith Castignetti of Boston, September 17, 1944, a graduate of Girl's High School. Member: St. Leonard's Holy Name Society; Bruno Association, and K. of C. Fond of baseball, football, travel, and music. His father was born in Monasteri Morfasso, Piacenza, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1913 settling in Boston. Mother was born in Varsi, Parma, Italy. They had the following children: Livio, is in U. S. Army overseas; Joseph A .; Marina, manager of above business; and Andrew, a defense worker. Res .: 7 Endicott St., Boston.


CASTRUCCI, BIAGIO-Machinist. Born Ortona de Marsi, Aquila, Italy, May 8, 1891. Son of Filippo Castrucci and Natalia Eramo. Attended public schools in his native town. Came to America in 1909 settling in Boston. Machinist in Boston since 1915. Fond of all sports especially travelling and horse racing. A lover of music and grand opera. His father, a native of Ortone de Marsi, Italy, came to America in the early 80's and lived in New York and Boston. Res .: Boston.


CATALANO, JOHN-Proprietor, Catalano's Wine and Liquor Stores Inc., 84-86 Center St., Brockton and 196 No. Main St., Mansfield. Born Vizzini, Catania, Italy Oct. 12, 1891. Son of Michele Catalano and Giuseppa Mazzarino. Attended public schools in his native town. Came to America in 1912 settling in Brockton. In business since 1933. Formerly in the market business. Married Maria Fastuca of Vizzini, Italy, Dec. 12, 1914. One son Michael, a graduate of Brockton High School is associated with his father in the business. Mr. Catalano is member: Order Sons of Italy and Eagles. Fond of bocce, travel and music. Has the following brothers and sisters: late Santo, a chief Jail Warden in Italy, had 11 children; late Michele, former usher at house of deputies in Italy; Gregoria, married to Joseph Cartelli of New York; Josephine, married to John Inguanti of Italy; Maria, married to Paolo Messina of San Pedro, Calfornia; John; and Frank, of New York. Res .: 108 Tilton Ave., Brockton.




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