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fraternity. Fond of baseball, football and golf. His father was born in Termine Imeresi, Palermo, Italy. Came to America in 1888 settling in Boston, engaged in tailoring business for over 40 years. Mother, a native of Orsara, Foggia, Italy, came to America in 1906 settling in Boston where they were married. Res .: 193 Trenton St., East Boston.
DE LUCA, MARIE ANTOINETTE-Physician. Born Taurasi, Avellino, Italy, Sept. 25, 1905. Daughter of Vincenzo De Luca and Assunta Santo- sossuo. Came to America when five months old settling in Cambridge. Graduated from Notre Dame Academy of Boston in 1923 and Mass. College of Pharmacy in 1926, Ph.G. Research work in medicine at Harvard Medical School and at Evans Memorial of Boston. Graduated from Kansas Univer- sity School of Medicine in 1929, M.D. Interne at Beekman Hospital of New York City. Resident physician at Harbor Hospital of Brooklyn for three years; Resident physician at Overlook Hospital of Summit, N. J. and at Good Samaritan Hospital of Lebanon, Penn. In general practice in Fram- ingham, Mass. since 1938. Has offices also in Clinton and Cambridge. Dr. De Luca's father, a distinguished musician and band master in Boston for many years, had the following children: Maria Antonette; Louis; Anthony; Thomas; Michael; Gilda; Ernestina; and Clotilde. Office and Res .: 319 Union Ave., Framingham.
DE LUCA, MATTHEW-Special Agent-Treasury Dept., Internal Reve- nue Intelligence Unit. Born Lawrence, June 12, 1904. Son of Joseph De Luca and Sabatina Conca. Graduated from: St. John's Preparatory School of Danvers, Mass. in 1927; Villanova College of Penn. in 1931, B.S.E .; Suf- folk University School of Law in 1940, LL.B. Special agent since 1942. Formerly zone deputy collector of Internal Revenue, 1934-42, and instructor in the Lawrence Evening High School, 1932-33. Married Clara Fera of Lawrence, June 15, 1932. Children: Claire Marie, Laurine and Matthew, Jr. Member of Order of Sons of Italy in America, high school and college alumni associations. Was member of St. John's football and baseball teams and member for three years of Villanova Varsity team. His father was born in Roccamonfine, Naples, Italy. Came to America in 1890 settling in Lawrence. Was assistant overseer at Wood Textile Mills. Res .: 10 Wilmot St., Lawrence.
DE LUCA, MICHAEL CHARLES-Tonsorialist. Palace Barber Shop, Main St., Milford. Born Milford, Nov. 8, 1908. Son of Michael De Luca and Filomena Fratta. Educated in the public schools and at National Edu- cational Council of Barber Science. Partner in the Palace Barber Shop since 1931 is also salesman of electric appliances. Married Jennie Grillo of Milford, Oct. 11, 1933. Member of Elks, Eagles, Maspenock Rod and Gun Club, former president and secretary of Journeymen Barbers Union and sergeant of Milford Auxiliary Police. Active in civic and political affairs. His father was born in Casalvecchio di Puglia, Foggia, Italy. Came to America in 1900 settling in Milford, in the service of Drapers Corp. Had the following children: John, Patrick, Joseph, Mrs. Rose Pilla, Frank, Nicholas, and Anthony. Res .: 83 Congress St., Milford.
DE LUCA, PASQUALE N .- Proprietor, De Luca Market, 102 Central St., Milford. Born Casalvecchio Di Puglia, Foggia, Italy, March 16, 1902. Son of Michael De Luca and Filomena Fratta. Came to America in 1908 settling in Milford. In business since 1925. Married Santina Ferrucci of Milford, June 22, 1924, a native of Casalvecchio, Italy. One daughter, Loretta Pa- tricia, born Feb. 28, 1926, is a graduate of Milford High School. Mr. De Luca is member, Order Sons of Italy and Hoboken Citizens' Club. Fond of golf, travel and music. His father came to America in 1900 settling in Mil- ford, where he engaged as woodworker at Draper's Corp. Had the follow- ing children: John, Pasquale Nicolo, Joseph, Michael, Rose, Nicholas and Anthony. Res .: 102 Central St., Milford.
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DE LUCA, PIO-Display manager, Gillette Safety Razor Co., Boston. Born Middletown, Conn. April 18, 1888. Son of Charles de Luca and Agata Sicuro. Graduated South Boston High School and attended Lowell Institute of M. I. T. specializing in art. In the service of Gillette Safety Razor Co. since 1935, as display designer and art works. Is the first to use electro- plating in plaster of Paris, a very delicate labor in miniature. His work on the doors of the Salada Tea Co. of Boston has given him an enviable reputa- tion. Innumerable are his art pieces as tablets, plaques, vases, under the same process. He applies the art to the modern exigencies for its commer- cial and economical possibilities. Was selected to perpetuate in bronze the portrait of O'Connell, owner of E. T. Slattery Co. of Boston. Mr. de Luca is veteran of U. S. Army World War I, and has traveled extensively here and abroad. Married Carmela Cersosimo Jan. 5, 1920 a graduate of South Boston High. Children: Robert, a graduate of M. I. T. is designing engi- neer; Charles, is attending Harvard Musical School; and Peter, is student. Mr. de Luca's father was born in Viareggio, Lucca, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1884 was a noted sculptor and so were his ancestors for generations back. Had the following children: Pio, Henry, John, and Philip who is Lieutenant in the U. S. Navy since 1921. Res .: 95 Tonawanda St., Dorchester.
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DE LUCA, THEODORE-Clergyman and College Professor. Born Mirto, Messina, Italy, Jan. 2, 1890. Son of Gaetana De Luca and Maria Velardi. Came to America in 1905 settling in New York. Education: Philips Andover Academy, 1922; Tufts College, 1924, A.B .; Tufts College Crane Theological Seminary, 1925, S.T.B .; Colgate University Theological Seminary; Harvard University, 1926, A.M .; Harvard Divinity School, 1927-28 (fellow in New Testament). Special studies at University of Paris. Pastor-Italian Bap- tist churches in Ansonia and Wallingford, Conn., Springfield and Wakefield, Mass. Pastor of Haws Unitarian Church, South Boston four years. In- structor of romance languages at Harvard, 1926-27; Tufts College, 1928-32; head of Modern Languages Dept., Pond School, 1932-35; professor of romance languages, Calvin Coolidge College since 1939. Lecturer in Italian and Sociology at Boston University since 1943. Former president of Italian Baptist Ass'n of U. S. Member: Boston Ministers Club, Chaplain of St. Matthews Esperia Lodge, A.F. & A.M. Author, "Anti-Semitism a Threat to Democracy", and articles to religious and literary magazines.
DE LUCCIA, EMILIO J .- Merchant tailor. Born Altavilla, Silentina, Salerno, Italy, Oct. 6. 1877. Son of Vincent De Luccia and Anna Di Masi. Educated in elementary and high schools in Italy. Came to America in 1896 settling in Boston, where he has been in the tailoring business since 1898. Learned the art of tailoring in Italy and in New York. Married Edna Hewes of Roxbury, Mass., Dec. 11, 1902. Children: Anna Beatrice, insurance clerk; Jennie (Desilets); Vincent, elevated operator; Robert, a graduate of M.I.T., now in U.S. engineer's office in Washington; Charles, a graduate of Northeasern University, School of Engineering (U.S. Navy Dept.) and Edward, employed by Boston Elevated. Fond of outdoor life, current events, history and music. Business: 143 Federal St., Boston. Res .: 6 Cedar Court, Everett.
DE LUCIA, GIOVANNI NICOLA-Registered Pharmacist. Born Villa Santa Maria, Chieti, Italy, May 20, 1899. Son of Enrico De Lucia and Filo- mena Tinari. Educated: Technical Institute of Teramo and Modena Military School. Served in Italian Army as First Lieutenant in the Death Battalion (Arditi) and fought in the Austria and Tripoli wars, decorated three times for bravery. Following his return to U. S. in 1920 he settled in Boston, where he attended Berkeley Preparatory School, Harvard and Mass. College of Pharmacy. Married in Italy, June 23, 1923, Laura Di Crescenzo, a public school teacher abroad and teacher of Italian language here. One son, Enrico, student of M.I.T., serving in U. S. Army. Mr. De Lucia is proprietor of the Marine Drug, 1443 Commonwealth Ave., Boston. Formerly in the drug
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business for ten years, later with Liggetts, Macy, and Melvin & Badger. Fond of travel, hunting, boating and grand opera. Has a sister Felicetta Maria, and a brother Giulio, a registered pharmacist. His father a pharma- cist abroad and in this country for over 50 years, came to U. S. in 1899 settling in Providence, R. I. His ancestors were in, the medical field for over 200 years back. Res .: 61 Willowdean Ave., West Roxbury.
DE LUCIA, GIULIO - Registered Pharmacist, Red Star Pharmacy, Boston. Born Villa Santa Maria, Chieti, Italy, July 18, 1888. Son of Enrico De Lucia and Filomena Tinari. Came to America in 1902 settling in Providence and since 1912 in Boston. Registered pharmacist since 1918. Proprietor of his drug stores in Providence, Waltham, Sharon, Worcester and Boston, 1918-40. In the service of Red Star Pharmacy since 1941. Fond of baseball, traveling and music. Father came to America in 1899, was druggist for over 50 years. Had the following children: Giulio; Giovanni Nicola, a registered pharmacist; and Felicetta Maria. Res .: 316 Park St., West Roxbury.
DE LUCIA, ROCCO-Executive Chef, Lafayette Hotel. Born Roio del Sandro, Chieti, Italy, Oct. 15, 1883. Son of Joseph De Lucia and Marion Di Lullo. Educated in the public schools in Italy. Came to America in 1903 settling in Philadelphia. In Boston since 1910. In the service of Lafayette Hotel since 1942. Formerly with the Myles Standish and Chamber of Com- merce. Married Carmela Coletta while in Italy in 1909. Children: Anna, Joseph, Leonora and Frank. Member of Stewards Club and A.F. & A.M. Fond of traveling, music and opera. His father came to America in 1906 settling in Philadelphia, later in Boston. Res .: 120 Dartmouth St., Boston.
DE MAINO, LEONARDO-Proprietor, De Maino's Cafe and Bakery, 94-16 Malden St., Revere. Born Ariano di Puglia, Avellino, Italy, Sept. 19, 1875. Son of Antonio De Maino and Lucia Di Gruttola. Served in Italian Army. Came to U. S. in 1891. Settled in Revere in 1910, where he has since been in business. Married Antonetta Albanese of his native town, Feb. 1, 1901. Children: Anthony, a veteran of U. S. Army, World War II, is associated with his father; Jennie, married to Louis Ferrara; Nicholas, associated with his father is in U. S. Navy; Patsey, a tonsorialist; Americo, a baker; Lucille; Maria, married to Domenick Rafanello. All the children have attended the Revere High School. Mr. De Maino is member Order Sons of Italy, and Arianese Society. Active in civic affairs. Has a sister Mari- annina, married to Attore Albanese. In Italy he has the following brothers and sisters: Mariuccia, Nicola, Mariagrazia and Ciccillo. Res .: 71 Elmwood St., Revere.
DE MARCO, FRANK P .- Businessman. Born Chiusano San Domenico, Avellino, Italy, Aug. 29, 1892. Son of Carlo De Marco and Josephine Luongo. Came to U. S. in 1895 settling in Boston. Education: Eliot School; Boston Evening High; Y. M. Catholic Assn. School; and North Bennett In- dustrial School. In hardware business for 35 years. Now with the Eliot Hardware Co. of Boston. Married Maria Antonia Nuzzo of Boston, Aug. 25, 1915. Children: Josephine; Gloria, married to Walter Oelfke; and Mar- guerite-all are graduates of Somerville High. Member: Eliot School Alumni Assn., the K. of C. 4th degree Ausonia Council, and Order of Al- hambra. Fond of baseball, football, travel and music. His father came to ' U. S. in 1872, was among the pioneer Italian settlers in Boston, engaged in construction work, had the following children: Frank P., late Mrs. Mary Di Vincenzo; Anthony; Mrs. Mildred Russo; Charles; Ralph and Mrs. Rose Berlingheri. Res .: 344 Summer St., Somerville.
DE MARCO, JOSEPH-Proprietor, National Shoe Service, 244 Harvard St., Brookline. Born Cambridge Dec. 10, 1901. Son of Salvatore De Marco and Filomena Summa. Attended public schools in Italy, where he also learned the trade of shoe-making, and served in the police force for three years. Married Caterina Sisca in 1924. Children: Filomena, Salvatore, Paolo, Mario, Antonio. Joseph, Maria, and Richard. Following his return
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to U. S. he settled in Watertown. His father was born in Cropani, Catan- zaro, Italy, came to U. S. in 1895, had the following children: late Tom- maso, Rosina, Joseph, Antonietta and Genoveffa are both nuns. Res .: 18 School Lane, Watertown.
DE MARINO, ALFONSO-Proprietor, Brattle Barber Shop, 2 Dunster St., Cambridge. Born Sulmonte, Avellino, Italy, April 20, 1886. Son of Fedele De Marino and Margherita Zollo. Attended public school in his native town, where he learned the barber's trade. Came to U. S. in 1903. Lived in Revere since 1909. In business at Harvard Sq., Cambridge since 1924. Married Clementina Picardi of Revere, June 1, 1913. Children: Josephine, a hair stylist, married to Charles Rago; Edward, a carpenter, married to Livia Cataldo; Margaret, married to William Belli; and Lucille. All are graduates of Revere High School. Mr. De Marino is founder and treasurer of Italian American Nutile Club of Revere, and Order Sons of Italy. Fond of football, baseball, basketball, travel, and music. Hobby is playing bocce in which game he has held championship in several cities. Has a brother Paul in Italy. Res .: 61 Rand St., Revere.
DE MARINO, GEORGE W .- New England General Agent, Western Car- loading Co. Born Everett, March 12, 1914. Son of Anthony De Marino and Maria Carmela Maccario. Graduated from Everett High School in 1932 and studied at Boston University School of Commerce. In the service of West- ern Carloading Co. since 1936. Married Isabel Viola of Malden, August 8, 1943. Member of New England Traffic Club; Everett Republican Club; and numerous other organizations. Fond of baseball, golf, hockey, traveling. A lover of classical music. Father, born in Sulmonte, Avellino, Italy, came to America in 1896 settling in Boston, in building construction work for over 40 years. Office: 89 Broad St., Boston. Res .: 23 Wesmur Road, Malden.
DE MARTINO, JOSEPH-Founder of De Martino Furniture Co., 54 Prince St., Boston. Born Frigenti, Avellino, Italy, in 1891. Son of Achille De Martino and Rose Laurino. Came to America in 1907 settling in Boston, where he established the furniture business in 1931. On April 14, 1912 he married Mary Maiellano of East Boston. Children: Rose, married to Charles Crane; Achille, in U. S. Army; Caroline, married to Mr. Corkum; Francis, Elena, Edith and Joseph. Mr. De Martino was interested in many activities. Was well liked in the community. He died Oct. 22, 1936. Mrs. De Martino now carries on the business. Res .: 204 Shirley St., Winthrop.
DE MARCO, ALFREDO ATTILIO-Proprietor of Liberty Cafe, 90 Salem St., Boston. Born Montefalcione, Avellino, Italy, Oct. 16, 1883. Son of Salvatore De Marco and Clelia Marini. Studied at Regio Conservatory of Music of San Pietro a Maiello, Naples, Italy. Came to America in 1905 settling in Boston. Graduated from New England Conservatory of Music as bandmaster and instrumentation. In 1913 he won prize for musical composition in addition to his instructing the Boston Police Band. Was in the service of the first State Bank of Boston for three years and since 1922 has been in the pastry business. Married Ersilia Polcari of Boston. One daughter-Clelia. Member: Order Sons of Italy in America. Fond of traveling, art, music and opera. His father was born in Naples, Italy; was municipal band conductor of Montefalcione for 30 years. Res .: 182 Salem St., Boston.
DE MARCO, GENEVIEVE MARY (Mrs.)-Born Boston, May 1, 1890. Daughter of Francesco Vesce and Theresa Astrella. Graduated from Star of the Sea Convent High School. Attended Burdette College and N. E. Conservatory of Music. Married the late Dr. Thomas De Marco of Boston, June 26, 1907. Dr. De Marco was known as the dean of Italian physicians in Springfield. He was a graduate of University of Naples and captain in Italian Army during World War I. Was acting Italian Consular Agent for Western Mass. for 23 years. They had the following children: Thomas, Jr., a graduate of Classical High and of Mass: Institute of Technology, now
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major in U. S. Army Air Corps; Eleanor, a graduate of Classical High and from Exeter School of Art in Boston; Allan, a graduate of Technical High and of Boston College, now chief metallurgist. Mrs. De Marco was among the founders of the Italian Women's Club of Springfield and its first presi- dent. Has been and is active in civic and welfare affairs. Her father, a native of vicinity of Avellino, Italy, came to America in 1880 settling in Boston, where he engaged in hotel business for 40 years. Res .: 228 Belmont Ave., Springfield.
DE MARCO, JESSE PAUL-Fire Fighter, Somerville Fire Dept. Born Cambridge, Oct. 7, 1907. Son of Thomas De Marco and Angelina Guarano. Educated in the public schools. In the service of Somerville Fire Dept. since Oct. 23, 1943. Formerly in the employ of Youlden Smith & Hopkins firm for 17 years. Married Carrie B. Ellis of Somerville, August, 1929. Children: Thomas Earle, born Jan. 9, 1931 and Winifred Ellis, born July 10, 1933. Member Somerville Firemen's Relief Ass'n. Fond of baseball, hunt- ing, travel, and music. His father was born Catanzaro, Calabria, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1900 settling in Cambridge, where he engaged as farmer, later with Boston Woven Hose Co. Has the following children: Patrick, Mrs. Lena Gentile, and Jesse Paul. Res .: 383a Highland Ave., Somerville.
DE MARCO, JOHN ALFREDO-Broker. Born Worcester, Dec. 12, 1895. Son of Achille de Marco and Rosina G. Laraia. Education: Worcester Acad- emy; Post School of Business Administration and St. Louis College of Law and Finance. In foreign exchange, private banking and brokerage business since 1918. Served in U. S. Army, World War I as sergeant-major 41st Div., Army of Occupation in France. Member: Order Sons of Italy, in America; Elks; American Legion; University Club of New York; Italian American Veteran; and Republican City Committee. Active in civic and political affairs. His father was born in Brindisi, Potenza, Italy. Came to America in 1885. Was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Worcester, fought in the Spanish American War of 1898, was an outstanding leader among his people. Had the following children: the late Dr. Frank C., John A., Achille G., and Joseph, Jr., a physician. Res .: 156 Shrewsbury St., Worcester.
DE MARCO, JOHN A .- Assessor Dept. Born Boston, Dec. 21, 1906. Son of Joseph De Marco and Jennie Spolidoro. Graduated from Boston High School of Commerce in 1924. In the service of Assessor's Dept., Motor Excise Division, City Hall, Boston since 1930. Married Evelyn Sutton of Somerville, July 3, 1932. One son, John F. Mr. De Marco is member of Municipal Clerks Ass'n. Fond of baseball, hockey, travel and music. His father was born in Caserta Di Dragone, Benevento, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1888 settling in Boston. Was a prominent newspaper writer, a teacher, and spoke five languages. Took active part in social and welfare work. His brother, the late Dr. Thomas De Marco was the Royal Italian Vice Consul for western part of Mass. Res .: 52 Vermont St., West Roxbury.
DE MARCO, J. ANDREAS-Lawyer and Supervisor of Case Work, in charge of Fayette St., branch office Boston Public Welfare Dept. Born Boston April 8, 1905. Son of Joseph De Marco and Jennie Spolidoro. Grad- uated from High School of Commerce in 1923 and attended Boston Univer- sity. Graduated from Suffolk University Law School in 1942, LL.D. Ingen- eral practice in Boston since 1943. Connected with public welfare dept. since 1923. Supervisor since 1933. Married Clare Marguerite Conley of Boston, Aug. 12, 1939, a graduate Regis College and Simmons School of Social Serv- ice, is former social worker. Children: Jane Andrea, born Jan. 10, 1942 and Frederick Conley, born Jan. 12, 1945. Member: American Ass'n of Social Workers and Mass. Relief Officers Ass'n. His father, born in Caserta Di Dragone, Benevento, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1888 settling in Boston, as a prominent newspaper writer, a teacher and linguist. (See his brother
John's sketch.) Res .: 62 Perthshire Rd., Brighton.
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DE MARCO, JOSEPH J .- Physician and Surgeon. Born Worcester, April 20, 1910. Son of Joseph de Marco and Rosina G. Laraia. Education: Bancroft School; Worcester Academy; North High School; Clark University, 1931, A.B. (scholarship); Army Flying School at Texas; George Washington University, 1935, M.D. Interne at Hartford Municipal Hospital. Special studies at Harvard University. In general practice in Worcester since 1937. On staff of Worcester State Hospital, City Hospital, St. Vincent's Hospital, etc. Was member of varsity baseball and soccer teams at Clark. Entered active service Jan. 16, 1941, major in U. S. Army medical corps overseas. Member of local, state and national medical associations, the Alpha Kappa Kappa fraternity. Fond of golf, traveling and flying. His father, a native of Brindisi, Potenza, Italy, came to America in 1885. Was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Worcester, fought in the Spanish American War of 1898. Was one of founders of Order Sons of Italy in America and prominent in civic affairs. Res .: 156 Shrewsbury St., Worcester.
DE MARCO, LEONARD H .- Office manager, Wakefield Gas and Electric Co. Born Wakefield, Aug. 18, 1902. Son of Antonio De Marco and Mary Amoroso. Graduated from Wakefield High in 1920 and Bentley School of Accounting and Finance in 1925. In the service of Wakefield Gas and Elec- tric Co. since 1922. Married Josephine Lopez of Lynn, Sept. 22, 1923. Children: Mary M., a graduate of Wakefield High, is married to John H. Wingo; Leonard Anthony, is in U. S. Navy Air Corps; and Madeline June is a student. Member of Columbian Pioneers and the Elks. His father was born in Ielsi, Naples, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1894. Settled in Wakefield in 1900. Had the following children: Leonard H., Thomas; Frederick, a veteran, U. S. Navy, World War II; Joseph; and Anthony, who is in U. S. Army. Res .: 3. Summer St., Wakefield.
DE MARCO, RALPH-Proprietor, Marco Tomato Co. Born Boston, March 3, 1908. Son of Carlo De Marco and Josephine Luongo. Educated in the elementary and high schools. In the service of A. Scalia Co., and of Sawyer and Day for 20 years. In business-packers of Health Brand To- matoes-babies best, since 1943. Married Madeline Rose Sarno of Boston, June 18, 1928. Children: Madeline, Marie, Elaine and Carol. Member of Ausonia Council K. of C. Fond of boxing, baseball, grand opera. Father, born in Chiusano, Avellino, Italy, came to America in 1888 settling in Boston. Business: 47 Commercial St., Boston. Res .: 29 Windsor Rd., Medford.
DE MAYO, GEORGE-Co-publisher East Boston and Winthrop Times, 9 Central Sq., East Boston. Born East Boston, Sept. 4, 1915. Son of Charles DeMayo (DiMaio) and Elizabeth Vaccaro. Graduated from Boston English High and attended Boston University. Mr. DeMayo to- gether with John Torrone, Charles Tarbi and Frank Tarbi founded The East Boston Times, Sept. 1938. Veteran U. S. Army, World War II. Mar- ried Linda Torelli of East Boston, Feb. 8, 1942, a graduate of Boston Girls' High. Children: George Jr., born Dec. 31, 1943 and Elizabeth, born Jan. 1, 1945. His father was born in Greci, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1902. Settled in East Boston in 1906, where he has since been business- man. Has following children: Cassie, Edward, George, and Charles Jr. The DeMayo family had its origin in Albania of nobility. It passed on to Italy in 16th century. Res .: 228 Maverick St., East Boston.
DE MEO, FRANK L .- U. S. Post Office Clerk. Born Fall River, Aug. 1, 1909. Son of Paul De Meo and Rose Ricciardi. Graduated from Durfee High School and attended Providence College for three years. Served in U. S. Army, World War II. In the service of U. S. Post Office since Sept. 28, 1943. Member: Boys Club; P. O. Clerk's Ass'n., and Order Sons of Italy. In High School he was member of the baseball team for three years. Fond vairano, Naples, Italy. Came to America in 1888, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Fall River. Had the following children: Joseph; Clemens, of football, handball, travel and music. His father was born in Pietra-
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a veteran, U. S. Army, World War I; Henry, a veteran World War I, former professional baseball star for 20 years. Mrs. Amelia O'Neil; Mrs. Angela Partridge; Anthony, a veteran, U. S. Army, World War II; Mary; and Frank Ernest. Res .: 35 Douglas St., Fall River.
DE MEO, LOUIS-Partner, Victory Lunch, 458-462 Moody St., Waltham. Born Castellonorato, Littoria, Italy, April 1, 1896. Son of Michele De Meo and Teresa Santillo. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1913 settling in Waltham. In business since 1919. Mar- ried Anna Elisabetta De Meo of Waltham, Oct. 6, 1920, graduate of Waltham High School. Children: Louis B., Jr., attended St. Charles High and gradu- ated from Waltham Trade School, now in Seabees, U. S. Government; Ray- mond J., graduate of St. Charles High, now in U. S. Army; Virginia, grad- uate of St. Charles High, student at Regis College, Weston; Theresa, grad- uate of St. Charles High School; Anne, Anthony, and Michael are students of St. Charles Parochial School. Mr. De Meo has the following brothers and sister: Pasquale, Mrs. Rosaria Tomao, Palmerino, and Michael, all residing in Waltham. Res .: 882 Moody St., Waltham.
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