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COREA, VITALIANO-Born Catanzaro, Italy, Oct. 24, 1878. Son of Vic- tor Corea and Teresa Voci. Attended public school in Italy. Came to U. S. in 1894 settling in Boston, where he engaged in shoe service business for over 30 years. Married Genoveffa Caruso of East Boston, Oct. 21, 1908. Children: Nicholas, graduate of Boston High School of Commerce, is in U. S. Army in the Pacific; Theresa Eleanora, graduate of Jamaica Plain High and of Burdett College, is secretary; Edward, graduate of Mechanical Arts High and of Mass. Institute of Technology (electrical engineer) ; Genoveffa Christine, graduate of Jamaica Plain High and of Framingham Teachers Colleg, is a public school teacher; and Frances, a graduate of Roxbury Clerical School, is stenographer with U. S. Government. Mr. Corea is member of Order Sons of Italy, and active in civic affairs. Fond of travel and grand opera. His father came to U. S. in 1891 settling in Boston. Had the following children: Vitaliano, Joseph, Carmine and Frank. Res .: 24 Atherton Ave., Roslindale.
CORLETO, BENJAMIN-Born Marsico Nuovo, Potenza, Italy, April 3, 1870. Son of Joseph Corleto and Carolina Pasquarella. Educated in Manzoni High School of his native town. Came to America in 1894 settling in Boston, where he has been in the tailoring business for 40 years. Married the late Maria C. LaCreta, Jan. 19, 1891. Children: Elena, married to Paul Ciampa; Carmela, married to Dr. Vincenzo DiMento; Marion, grad- uate of Tufts Medical school, physician, married to Michael Sabia. Mr. Corleto is the founder of Giosue Carducci Lodge No. 242 Order Sons of Italy in America; was among the first grand venerable in Mass. and has held offices in said lodge. Also founder of Amerigo Vespucci Lodge. Active in civic and welfare affairs. Has the following brothers: Michael, Ernesto, Felice, and two sisters, Raffaela and Lucia. Res .: 241 Maverick St., East Boston.
CORNACCHIOLI, PASQUALE (Patsy)-Exterior, interior painting and paper hanging, 6 Lyon St., Worcester. Born Conversano, Bari, Italy, Nov. 21, 1906. Son of Luigi Cornacchioli and Maria Cirignano. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1923, settling in Worcester. In business since 1934. Married Emilia Peppi of Worcester, Feb. 22, 1938, (a graduate of High School of Commerce and Fairchild Business school). Children: Louis John and Mary Ann. Member: Order Sons of Italy in America, and Worcester Italian Country Club. Fond of baseball, bocce, boxing, golf, travelling and opera. His father, who visited America in 1921, was a cabinet maker. Had the following children: Patsy, Domenick, Victoria and Anna. Res .: 6 Lyon St., Worcester.
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CORNELIO, SANTINO-Lawyer. Born Winsted, Conn., Feb. 25, 1913. Son of Carmine Cornelio and Alfonsina Lovetere. Graduated: Gilbert School, 1930; Bonaventura College, 1934, B.A., M. A .; Boston University School of Law, 1937, L. L. B. In, general practice in Pittsfield since 1940. Formerly assistant to the receiver of Amos Bridge Corp. Married Imelda Mary Ryan of Torrington, Conn., a former school teacher, Jan. 10, 1942. One daughter, Imelda Mary, born Sept. 13, 1943. Member Retirement Board City of Pittsfield; Berkshire county and state bar associations; Order Sons of Italy; Eagles and Faccioli Club. Active in civic and political affairs. In high school he was member of varsity baseball and track teams and captain of basketball team for three years. In college was member of basketball team. His father, born in Florida, Siracusa, Italy, came to America in 1903, settling in Winsted, Conn. Had the following children: Gaetana, Lillian, Santino, Josephine, Mary, Carmine Jr., Florence, Luigi and Albert. Res .: 35 Fairfield St., Pittsfield.
CORNETTA, JOHN J. JR .- Pfc. U. S. Army. Born Boston, March 1, 1917. Son of John Cornetta and Mary A. DePula. Graduated from Revere High School in 1935. In business as box dealer in Boston since 1927. In the service of U. S. Armed forces since 1942. Has fought in the battles of bloody ridge, at Salerno and at the Volturno crossing. Wounded, awarded the purple heart for his distinguished service to our country. His favorite sports are baseball, football. His father was born in Boston. Had following children: Vencie, John, Josephine, Carmen (U. S. Army), Margaret and Joseph. His grandfather was born at Serre, Salerno, Italy. Came to America in 1884, settling in Boston. Res .: 28 Proctor Ave., Revere.
CORONELLA, JOSEPH F .- Mail carrier Boston General P. O. Born Boston, Jan. 18, 1903. Son of Carmelo Coronella and Leonarda Passanesi. Graduated from Central Evening High School in 1924. Attended Franklin Union Institute and Wentworth Institute. In the service of general post office of Boston since 1935. Married the late Maria Capello of Boston, June 18, 1928. Children: Leona Phyllis, born June 12, 1929 and Pauline Mary, born July 4, 1933. Member of K. of C. and of National Letter Carriers Association. His father was born in Augusta, Siracusa, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1900 settling in Boston in the fruit and produce business. Had the following children: Joseph; Salvatore, a businessman in Arling- ton; Mrs. Lucia Pappagallo; Sister Mary Amata of the sisters of Provi- dence; and Frank, an electrical engineer at M.I.T. Res .: 9 Breed St., East Boston.
CORONELLA, SALVATORE-Proprietor Lockland Spa 882 Mass. Ave., Arlington. Born Boston Dec. 9, 1904. Son of Carmelo Coronella and Leo- nada Passanesi. Graduated from Boston English High School. In business in Arlington since 1925. Married Domenica Barbagallo of Boston, Dec. 25, 1931. Children: Charles, Leonora and Mary. Fond of baseball, foot- ball, travel and music. His father was born in Augusta, Siracusa, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1899 settling in Boston as fruit and produce dealer. Had the following children: Joseph, Salvatore, Mrs. Lucia Barbagallo, Santa (sister Mary Armata of sisters of Providence), and Francis, a graduate of Northeastern University School of Engineering, is civil engineer. Res .: 110 Mt. Vernon St., Arlington.
CORRADO, JOHN CHARLES-Physician and Surgeon. Born Monte- marano, Avellino, Italy, Dec. 1, 1908. Son of Gennaro Corrado and Pasqualina Picariello. Was brought to America in 1912 settling in East Boston. Graduated from high school in 1926, and from Middlesex Univer- sity, pre-medical and medical in 1932, M.D. Interne at Holy Family Hospital and St. Mary's Hospital, both of Brooklyn, N. Y. In general practice in East Boston since 1933. On staff of Revere Hospital. Married Maria Baudenza of East Boston, April 19, 1938, a former Attorney-at-Law in Boston. One daughter Marilyn, born Feb. 17, 1941 (was Miss Victory in
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Boston Globe, Jan. 1, 1943). Dr. Corrado is member of local, state and national medical associations. Fond of baseball, football, golf, boxing, travelling and music. His father came to America in 1909 settling in East Boston. Office: 27 Saratoga St. Res .: 104 St. Andrew Rd., East Boston.
CORRADO, LEO-Presser, Trimount Clothing Co. Inc., Boston. Born San Angelo All'Esca, Avellino, Italy, Aug. 4, 1905. Son of Michele Corrado and Nunziata Repucci. Attended public school in Italy. Came to U. S. in 1923. In the service of Trimont Clothing Co. since 1933. Married Jean Mcaffrey of West Roxbury April 5, 1939, a high school graduate and a former bookkeeper. One son Michael James, born Nov. 29, 1939. Member of Paul Revere Social Club and secretary since 1944. Fond of baseball, travel, reading and music. His father came to U. S. in 1895 settling in Boston, where he engaged as tonsorialist, later returned to Italy. Has the following children: Teresina; Mrs. Antonietta Vozzella; Federico; Ruggiero; Leo; Alfredo, and Ernesto. Res .: 87 Harvard St., Malden.
CORSETTI, FERDINANDO-Businessman. Born in Ceprano, Frosinone, Italy, Sept. 18, 1895. Son of Louis Corsetti and Erminia Conti. Educated in the Technical School of Veroli, Frosinone. Served in the Italian Army, field artillery 1915-20. Wounded in action on the "Cadore." Came to America in 1922 settling in Boston. Married Paolina Iovine of Portland, Me., May 1, 1925. One son, Alfred. In the wholesale grocery business for eight years. New England representative of V. LaRosa and Sons since 1933. Mr. Corsetti is director of Italian Chamber of Commerce of New England; organizer of Allegra Society of Cambridge. Past venerable of Italian Lodge Order Sons of Italy of Cambridge. Grand orator and supreme delegate of grand lodge, Order Sons of Italy in Mass. Former grand deputy and secreatry of charity board expansion campaign in Maine, Vermont, and New Hampshire for the Mass. Grand Lodge. Member of Italian Historical Society of Boston. Fond of all sports. Lover of travel and music. Office: Hanover St., Boston. Res .: 260 Highland Ave., Arlington.
CORSETTI, LEO G .- Proprietor Corsetti Bros., Boston, Mass. Born Glen Falls, N. Y., Dec. 13, 1915. Son of Leo Corsetti and Laura Orsini. Graduated from East Boston High School in 1933, member of school football team. Played semi-professional football for St. Lazarus Holy Name Society, 1934-37. Has taken special courses in United States Diesel School and at Wentworth Institute. In business (vallet service) since 1938. Married Virginia Hanlon of Boston, Nov. 26, 1938. Children: Leo Jr., and William John. Fond of travelling and music. Father, born in Popoli, Abruzzi, Italy, came to America in 1912 settling in Boston in 1927. Bus .: 111 Federal St., Boston. Res .: 837 Saratoga St., East Boston.
CORSINI, ARTHUR J .- Instructor, water color painting and drawing, Mass. School of Art, Boston. Born Plymouth Feb. 6, 1907. Son of Gerardo Corsini and Elvira Lenzi. Graduated: North High of Worcester, awarded Whulstan Society Art Scholarship in 1925; Mass. School of Art in 1929, B.S. in Ed. Special courses at Harvard under Carnegie Scholarship. Instructor at above school since 1934. Formerly instructor of Art at Dedham High School for six years. Has held number of exhibitions in Boston, Worcester and other cities and towns. Considered outstanding in the field of art education. Married Ruth Wyman of Dedham, July 6, 1938, a graduate of Wellesley College in 1932. Children: David, born Feb. 2, 1940 and Donna, born Feb. 13, 1941. Member: Institute of Modern Art and com'tee on art education of Boston. Mr. Corsini's father was born in Pallato Popoli, Bologna, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1895. Lived in Plymouth, later in Worcester. Had three children: Arthur J., Russell V., and U. Francis. Res .: 21 Dayton Ave., Westwood.
CORSINI, RUSSELL VINCENT - Merchandise Manager. Born Plym- outh, Aug. 30, 1908. Son of Gerardo Corsini and Elvira Lenzi. Graduated
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North High School in 1927 and Worcester Polytechnic Institute, 1931, B.S. in chemistry; 1933, M. S. In the service of Denholm and Mckay Co. of Worcester since 1940. Formerly instructor of chemistry in the Worcester School Dept. Married Elizabeth Wood Krim of Worcester, June 25, 1938, a graduate of Manhattanville college. Children: Richard Krim and Russell Vincent Jr. Member: Worcester Tennis club; Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity; Sigma Xi Honorary Research Society; and Tan Beta Pi honorary engineer society. Former Worcester tennis champion and active in tennis circles. Fond of baseball, football, skiing, travel and art. His father was born in Pallato Popoli, Bologna, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1895. Had the following children: Arthur, teacher at Mass. School of Art; Russel V., and Umberto F. Res .: 30 Drury Lane, Worcester.
CORSINI, T. VINCENT-Physician and Surgeon, Quincy. Born Middle- boro, March 31, 1898. Son of Vincenzo Corsini and Maria Capelli. Grad- uated from Plymouth High School in 1918; Boston University in 1922; Boston University Medical in 1924, Ch.B., 1925, M.D. Interne at New Britain, Conn., General Hospital. In general practice in Quincy since 1926. Senior Surgeon at Quincy Hospital and Consultant Surgeon at Jordan Hospital of Plymouth. Fellow, American College of Surgeons since 1939. Member: American Medical Ass'n, Mass. Medical Society; Elks; Sons of Italy; Mutual Aid Italian Society. Married Lena Borgatti of Plymouth, June 20, 1925. Children: Marie Louise, born Jan. 1929, is student of Thayer Academy; T. Vincent Jr., born June 26, 1931; and Russell Wm., born March 15, 1934. Dr. Corsini's parents were born in Pallato Popoli, Bologna, Italy. Came to America in 1880 settling in Middleboro. Had the following children: Gheraldo, Elvira, Lucia, Adelina and T. Vincent. Office: 25 School St. Res .: 18 Mortimor Ter. Quincy.
CORSINI, UMBERTO FRANCIS-Assistant Supt. Steel Works, Amer- ican Steel and Wire Co., Worcester. Born Plymouth, June 26, 1911. Son of Gerardo Corsini and Elvira Lenzi. Graduated from North High School in 1929 and from Worcester Polytechnic Institute in 1933, B.S. In the service of American Steel and Wire Co. since 1933, dealing with the making of steel and rolling rods for wire products. Married Ann McCarthy of Worcester, Oct. 2, 1937, a graduate of North High School. Children: Elizabeth Mary and Margaret Mary (twins) born Aug. 13, 1943. Member American Society of Mechanical Engineers; W. T. I. Alumni Association, and Watchusett Country Club. Fond of golf and travel. Mr. Corsini is a former Worcester tennis champion and a piano player. His father was born in Pallato Popoli, Bologna, Italy. Came to America in 1895. Lived in Middleboro and Plymouth. In Worcester since 1916. Mother, born in Albioni Ferrara, Italy. Came to America in 1901. They were married in Plymouth. Had following children: Arthur F., Russell V., and Umberto. Res .: 34 Elbridge St., Worcester.
COSENTINO, JOSEPH - Teacher of fretted instruments. Born Mis- tretta, Messina, Italy, Dec. 7, 1890. Son of Frank Cosentino and Liboria Virgilia. Came to America in 1900 settling in Lawrence. Educated here and abroad. Teacher of music since 1910. Considered one of the most outstanding organizers and directors of plectrum instruments in the United States. In 1935 he promoted the soloist contest for U. S. and Canada, connected with the American Guild of B. M. G. Has toured the U. S. as concert artist in leading theaters. Author, "Virtuoso folio" for tenor banjo and piano, widely in use in the U. S. by prominent teachers. Married the late Mary Roncatore in 1912. One son, Frank, teacher of Reed instruments, associated with his father. Married again in 1917 to Grace C. Magnitta of Lawrence. Children: Gildo, music teacher and soloist; Albert, and Dorothy. Member of American Fed. of Musicians and American Guild of B. M. S. His father, a violinist, came to America in 1900. Had six children: Joseph, Philip, Felix, Rose, Jennie and Mary. Studio: 138 Newbury St., Lawrence. Res .: 6 Bushnell Ave., Metheun.
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COSMAI, LEDA DIANE-Teacher, Gage St. School, Worcester. Born Bisceglie, Bari, Italy. Daughter of Carlo Cosmai and Caterina Dell'Olio. Brought to America when two years old settling in Worcester. Graduated from North High School wtih honors and from Worcester State Teachers' College in 1931, B. S. in Ed., specializing in English and French. Special courses in adult alien education and in citizenship. Studied Italian at Columbia University and was member of Maison Francaise and of the International House. Teacher in Worcester schools since 1933. Member of National and of Worcester Teachers Associations. Fond of golf, tennis, travel and art. Plays the violin. Former member of her high school and college orchestras. Author of several stories and articles. Her father, who lived in Argentina, for five years, came to America settling in Worcester. Was formerly a merchant marine captain and travelled throughout the world. Served in the Italian army and took part in the Box Rebellion of China in 1900. Has written a diary regarding his travels. Has the following two daughters: Leda of this sketch and Edea, married to Sylvio Molinari of Worcester. Res .: 4 Prentice St., Worcester.
CORTESE, ANTHONY MENOTTI-Proprietor, Anton's Beauty Salon, 66 Merrimack St., Haverhill. Born Haverhill, Jan. 7, 1910. Son of Gregorio Cortese and Antonia Camposano. Attended public schools and graduated from Lawrence Academy of Beauty Culture in 1939. Also studied under Mr. Louis of Providence, R. I. In business in Haverhill since 1939. Married Mary Di Pierro of Saco, Maine, Nov. 21, 1937. One son, Robert Anthony, born April 21, 1943. Member: National Hairdressers Association and American Italian Voters club. Fond of baseball, football, travel and music. His father was born in San Pietro a Maida, Catanzaro, Italy. Came to America in 1893 settling in Haverhill. Had the following children: Mrs. Antonia Di Santo; Frank; Albert, in U. S. Army; Mrs. Helen Fedorchuk; Anthony M., and Aubrey, who is in U. S. Army. Res .: 14 Lamoille Ave., Haverhill.
CORVINI, BENIAMNO-Package store, 31 Main St., Plymouth. Born Dorso, Ferrara, Italy, Dec. 14, 1883. Son of Pietro Corvini and Maria Vancini. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Served in the Italian Army. Came to America in 1906 settling in Pymouth. In business since 1924. Associated with him is his son Peter Corvini. Married late Anna Mottino in 1909 One son, Peter, a graduate of Plymouth High is married to Madeline Bernardo of Plymouth. Married second time to Elvira Albertini of Plymouth in 1940. Member of Eagles. Travelled exten- sively in Italy three times. Has the following brothers and sisters: late Primo; late Germano; Mrs. Ermenigilda Pesci; late Cesare; late Fidenzio; Mrs. Emma Magagna; and Leonello, a businessman, in Plymouth, Res .: 123 Court St., Plymouth.
CORVINI, HAROLD F .- Born Plymouth Sept. 26, 1921. Son of Nello Corvini and Emma Tomasini. Graduated from Plymouth High and attended Electrical School in Quincy. In the service of Plymouth Post office since July 26, 1944. Veteran of U. S. Army World War II. Member: American Legion and Garibaldi Olympic Club. Fond of baseball, football, bowling, hunting and fishing. Lover of travel and music. His father was born in Dorso, Ferrara, Italy. Came to America in 1910 settling in Plym- outh, where he engaged in poultry business, later in groceries. Had the following children: William, is associate with his father. Amelia, a grad- uate of Plymouth High, is oil dealer, and Harold Francis. Res. 71 Cherry St., North Plymouth.
COSTA, CHARLES-Proprietor, Charlene's Toyland and Appliances, 332 Center St., Newton Corner. Born Pietraperzia, Catanzaro, Italy, March 27, 1909. Son of Vincenzo Costa and Rosaria Romano. In America since 1914. Education: East Boston High School; Franklin Union, special- izing in engineering, and took special courses at La Salle Extension
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Institute in salesmanship. In business since 1944. Married Helen Antosca of Revere, June 18, 1933. Children: Charlene, Mary, Robert James, and Charles Jr. Mr. Costa is treasurer of the Aero Painting Co., and member of Toy Guidance Council of America. Active in civic affairs. Fond of hunting, travel, art, and music. His father came to U. S. in 1911 settling in Boston with the B. & M. R. R. Has the following children: Charles, Joseph, Rocco, Salvie, Angelo (veteran U. S. Army, awarded purple heart and bronze star), Philip (in U. S. Army as singer with Army band), Michael, Sadie, and Frances. Res .: Round Hill, Jamaica Plains.
COSTA, DELLENA MARY-Agent, Costa Estate. Born Plymouth Feb. 3, 1884. Daughter of Domenico Costa and Mary Baratta. Education: Plymouth High; Perry Secretarial School, and Mrs. Hersom Art School of Boston. Miss Costa is the first American of Italian descent born in Plymouth. Member American Legion Auxiliary, Antiquarian Society, and Plymouth Women's Club. Fond of golf, art, reading and music. Travelled extensively in Europe in 1931, later in Canada, West Indies and Bermuda. Her father was born in Genoa, Italy in 1852. Came to U. S. in 1875, was the first Italian settler of Plymouth and the first Italian businessman in the town. He married Mary Barratta in Boston in 1883, a native of Cormiglio, Parma, Italy. Established his fruit business in 1880, died in 1890. The business was thereafter carried on by his wife Mary who later added grocery store, bakery and cranberry bogs. She was one of Plym- outh's noblest women, possessing marked business abilities, an optimist, financier, well liked by all. Res .: 40 Court St., Plymouth.
COSTA, DOMENICO G .- Real Estate and Insurance, 173 Washington St., Somerville. Born Marseilles, France, July 22, 1884. Son of Salvatore Costa and Filomena Di Maio. Came to U. S. in 1902 settling in Somerville. Educated here and abroad. Served in the Italian Navy 1906-1910. In business since 1920. Formerly proprietor Herculese Cement Block Co., and general contractor. Mr. Costa is active in civic and political affairs. Among the leading Italian American businessmen in Somerville. Charter member and former secretary, Somerville Progressive Society. Married Annina
Perrone of Elena, Littoria, Italy, Sept. 16, 1909. Children: Florence, student of Harvard School of Business Adm., is married to Britton Collier; Mary, graduate nurse and former Asst. Supt. Bethel Israel Hospital, is married to Samuel Blank, a physician in Boston; and Salvatore, is in the transportation field, married to Anna Fantasia. All children are graduates of Somerville High. Mr. Costa's father, a sea captain in Italy, was born in Gaeta, Italy, had the following five children: Luigi, Maria, Andrea, Giuseppina and Domenic. Res .: 17 Westwood Rd., Somerville.
COSTA, DOMINIC A .- Manager of Repair Dept., Paine Furniture Co. of Boston. Born Boston, Nov. 9, 1905. Son of Joseph Costa and Frances Minutoli. Graduated from English High School in 1923 and attended Bentley School of Accounting. In the service of Paine Furniture Co. since 1929. Fond of all sports especially baseball and football. His father was born in Messina, Italy. Came to America in 1895 settling in Boston, engaged in the barber business for over 40 years. Had the following children: Mrs. Santa Koster; Dominic A .; Mrs. Mary Drago; Leo; Mrs. Mildred Ryan; John (U. S. Army); Mrs. Grace Dufault, and Mrs. Elena Maxwell. Res .: 6 Franconia St., Dorchester.
COSTA, DOMIZIO AUGUSTINE-Surgeon. Born Plymouth, Dec. 10, 1880. Son of Luigi Costa and Maria Bonsagni. Education: English High; Ballan and Habigand Prep School; Tufts College Medical School (1908 M. D.). Interne at Boston City Hospital and St. Elizabeth Hospital. In general practice in Boston since 1910. First physician of Italian descent born in Mass. to practice in Boston. Married Alice Holland of Boston, Oct. 11, 1911. Children: Mary Alice, a graduate of Radcliffe College and Boston University, married to Dr. Daniel McMahon and Eleanor, a grad-
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uate of Boston University, married to Joseph Shannessey. Dr. Costa is medical examiner for Ausonia Council K. C. since 1910; Impartial examiner of Mass. Industrial Board, and physician in Wolrd War One, draft board. Member, Point of Pines, Yacht Club. His father was born in Renazzo, Ferrara, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1879, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Boston. Had the following children: Domizio A., Luisa; Frank, U. S. Army World War I Veteran; and Henry (Father Aloysius) a Franciscan priest, who was educated here and abroad. Office 261 Hanover St., Boston. Res .: 38 Harrington Ave., Revere.
COSTA, GIDO ANTONIO-Real Estate and Antique dealer. Brother to Dellena Mary Costa. Born Plymouth, Sept. 27, 1886. Son of Domenico Costa and Mary Baratta. Attended Plymouth High School. Was in business with his mother for 50 years. Married Pia Gagliardi of Plymouth June 1, 1919, a native of Sant'Agostino, Ferrara, Italy. One daughter, Gloria Marie, born Oct. 19,"1925, a graduate of Plymouth High and of Bryant College of Providence, is a medical secretary. Mr. Costa is former member of Order Sons of Italy; Vespucci Society; Elks and Eagles. Fond of baseball, hunting, fishing, golf, travel. His father was born in Genoa, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1875, was the pioneer Italian settler of Plymouth, where he engaged in fruit and produce business. Had three children: Dellena Mary; Gedo Antonio, and John Domenico. Res .: 41 Court St., Plymouth.
COSTA, MARIO J .- Theatrical Poster Artist. Born Aci Catena, Catania, Italy, October 8, 1906. Son of Joseph Costa and Mary Mignemi. Came to America in 1913 settling in Boston. Graduated from High School of Commerce in 1925 and attended Boston Museum of Fine Arts School for five years on scholarship. In the service of Paramount Publix Corp., now M & P Corp. of Boston, since 1930. Specializes in the use of air brush. Married Angelina Rose Aversa of Boston, June 9, 1940. One son, Robert Joseph, born Sept. 18, 1942. Mr. Costas favorite sports are: bowling, travelling, lover of nature. Hobby, photography and playing the violin. Res .: 652 Hyde Park Ave., Roslindale.
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