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DE MEO, MICHAEL AMEDEO-Manager, Duke's Cafe, 714 Moody St., Waltham. Born Castellonorato, Littoria, Italy, Feb. 27, 1916. Son of Pas- quale De Meo and Clelia De Meo. Educated in the public schools of Formia, Italy. Came to America in 1930 settling in Waltham. In the service of Duke's Restaurant since 1934. Favorite sports are-basketball, fishing, travel, and music. His father, a veteran of Tripolitania War and World War I (Italian Army), came to America in 1911 settling in Waltham. Had the following children: Joseph, Michael A., and Louis. Res .: 45 Washington Ave., Waltham.
DE MICHEL, REV. VICTOR, C.P.S .- Curate Sacred Heart Church, Mil- ford. Born Cles, Trento, Italy, April 27, 1898. Son of Ferdinando ยท De Michel and Teresa Tomazzolli. Education: S. S. Trinity Seminary of Verona 1912-17; Gregorian University, 1917-21; Seminary of Trento 1921-23; Seminary of Verona, 1923-24. Ordained by Girolamo Cardinale, Bishop of Verona, July 20, 1924. Taught at College of Verona and was one of supe- riors, later transferred to sanctuary of Ortonovo: taught also in the Province of Spezia; at Udine College; and College Bertoni of Parma. In America since 1936. Curate at Springfield and White Plains, N. Y. In Milford since 1940. Regarded as a noted mathematician. Rectory: 5 East Main St., Milford.
DE MINICO, LOUIS B .- Physician and Surgeon. Born Boston, Aug. 29, 1910. Son of Michael De Minico and Marguerite Lepore. Graduated: Eng- lish High School, 1929; Tufts College, 1933, B.S. and Tufts College Medical School, 1937, M.D. Interne-Jamaica Hospital, and Long Island Hospital for 18 months and resident surgeon for one year. In general practice in Forest Hills, Boston, since 1941, specializing in abdominal surgery. On staff of Bellevue Hospital of Brookline. Served as first Lieutenant in U. S. Medical Corps, World War II. Married Constance Barone, daughter of Dr. Joseph Barone of Boston, Nov. 10, 1940. One daughter, Marguerite. Mem- ber of Kiwanis Club. Fond of football, hockey, boxing and golf. His father was born in Torre le Nocelle, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1900 settling in Boston. Office: 72 Hyde Park Ave., Forest Hills. Res .: 2 Cedar- wood Rd., Hyde Park, Boston.
DE NADAL, RICO-Pres. and Treas., Sterling Package Store, Inc., 969 South Main St., Fall River. Born Fall River, Jan. 20, 1902. Son of Victor De Nadal and Gemma Boggi. Educated in the public schools. In business since 1933. Formerly in garage business. Holder of aeroplane and engine mechanic license since 1927. Connected with U. S. Navy Aviation since 1941. Instructor and supervisor of aeroplane engines at Quonset Point Naval Air Station. Married Emma Pieroni of Fall River, April 29, 1933. Children: David, born Oct 9, 1934, and Anne Marie, born Aug. 18, 1942. Member: Order Sons of Italy and Elks. His father was born in S. di Cadore, Belluno,
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Italy. Came to America in 1886, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Fall River, where he married in 1897, he was a correspondent of leading Italian newspapers, and active in the welfare of his people. Had the fol- lowing children: Mrs. Mercedes Camara; Mrs. Ida Jagoe; William, veteran, U. S. Army, World War II; Rico; John; Mrs. Mary Cenci. Res .: 424 Dwelly St., Fall River.
DE NADAL, JOHN-Pres. and Treas., Sterling Beverages, Inc., 461-67 Globe St., Fall River, Mass. Born Fall River, March 18, 1904. Son of Victor De Nadal and Gemma Boggi. Educated in the public schools. In business since 1928. Exclusive wholesale distributors of Ruppert Beer for Bristol County. Married Rose M. Drislan of Fall River, May 31, 1937, a former assistant supervisor of physical education in the Fall River public schools. Children: Sheila, born April 26, 1938, and Paul, born May 27, 1939. Member: Chamber of Commerce, Elks, Moose, Eagles, Westport Yacht Club, Marconi Club and Order Sons of Italy. Active in civic and political affairs. Fond of hunting, fishing, travel, and music. His father, a native of S. di Cadore, Belluno, Italy. Came to America in 1886 was among the pioneer Italian settlers in Fall River. See brother Rico's sketch. Res .: 424 Dwelly St., Fall River.
DE NAPOLI, ANGELO-Individual Ladies' Tailoring. Born Chiusano, Avellino, Italy, Oct. 30, 1889. Son of Antonio DeNapoli and Maria Grasso. Came to America in 1904 settling in Boston. Learned the art of tailoring in Italy and in Boston. In business since 1919. Married Rosa Tentindo of Boston, Sept. 9, 1917. Children: Gerard, ensign in U. S. Navy; Marietta, married to Roy. Monson, a Lieut. in U. S. Navy; Paul, in U. S. Army and Norma, a student. Mr. DeNapoli is fond of football, bocce, swimming, traveling and music. His father came to America in 1902 settling in Boston, engaged as mechanic for over 50 years. Business: 12 West St., Boston. Res .: 34 Manet Road, Newton.
DeNATALE, LEO C. DR .- Optometrist, specializing in contact lenses, 230 Boylston St., Boston. Born in Boston, Jan. 6, 1917. Son of Joseph DeNatale and Santa Calamara. Education: English High; Lincoln School; Mass. School of Optometry (1941, O.D. Degree). Was instructor of prac- tical optics at Mass. School of Optometry; and clinician at Mass. Optom- etric Clinic. In general practice of Optometry in Boston since 1941. Staff officer in U. S. Merchant Marine and served as optometrist for U. S. Maritime service. Married Mary A. Shuko of Boston, Nov. 8, 1941, a graduate of Boston English High. One son, Joseph Francis, born Aug. 29, 1942. Member: Italian American Charitable Ass'n; Christopher Columbus Catholic Center; Holy Name Society; Mass. Society of Optom- etrists; and American Optometric Ass'n. Active in civic affairs and fond of art, travel and music. His parents were born in Messina, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1896, settling in Boston. Had following children: Lillian, Margaret, John (officer, Boston Police Dept.), Leo C., and Joseph. Res: 49 Middlesex St., Boston.
DE NICOLAIS, EDWARD JOHN-Physician and Surgeon. Born New York City, June 23, 1915. Son of Leo De Nicolais and Susie Figliuzzi. Graduated: Fordham Preparatory School; Fordham University in 1937, B.S .; Middlesex University School of Medicine in 1942, M.D. Interne at Brockton Hospital. In general practice in Framingham since 1943. On staff of Community Hospital. Member of Fordham Alumni Ass'n., Eagles, and Foresters. Hobby, research work. Married Dorothy M. Powers of Water- town, July 5, 1943. One son Edward John, Jr., born Jan. 4, 1945. Dr. De Nicolais' father was born in the Province of Benevento, Italy. Came to America in 1908 settling in New York. Had the following children: Edward John; Mrs. Mary Soranno; Josephine and Eugene Michael. Office and Res .: 255 Hollis St., Framingham.
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DE NICTOLIS, VINCENT-Salesman-Born East Boston, April 19, 1908. Son of Vincent De Nictolis and Catherine Truda. Graduated from East Boston High School in 1926. In the service of Arthur Wallace Shoe Store of Boston since 1931. Married Anna Ida De Christoforo of Boston, Sept. 20, 1936. One daughter, Marilyn Anna. Member of Fraternal Order of Eagles. Fond of football, boxing and swimming. His father was born in Tramutolo, Potenza, Italy. Came to America in 1892 settling in East Boston as tailor, for over 40 years. Res .: 283 Hanover St., Boston.
DENLY, VIVIAN ALBERTA-School Teacher. Born Brockton, May 5, 1911. Daughter of Joseph Denly and Margaret Alexander. Graduated from Brockton High School in 1929 and Bridgewater State Teachers College in 1939. Teacher at Perkins School of Brockton since 1936. Also taught adult education at the Evening High School for three years. Member: State and local Teachers' Associations; Italian Scholarship Club; and Novelli Women's Club. Fond of bowling, swimming, travel and reading. Her father was born in Gesualdo, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1893. In the grocery business in Brockton since 1900. He is a trustee in the Crescent Credit Union. Member and president of numerous organizations. Active in civic affairs. Had the following children: Vivian Alberta; late Frederick; Roland, a former student of Northeastern University, is staff sergeant in U. S. Army; and Joseph, also staff sergeant in U. S. Army. All of whom are graduates of Brockton High School. Res .: 18 Everett St., Brockton.
DENTALI, JOHN A .- Executive chef-Boraschi Cafe of Boston. Born Parma, Italy, Oct. 22, 1897. Son of Daniele Dentali and Maria Merli. Came to America in 1913 settling in Boston, where he has been chef since 1919. In the service of Boraschi Cafe since 1938. Formerly with Boston City Club and Hotel Statler. Married Lena Salvi of Boston, Oct. 20, 1919. Children: Ernest, U. S. Merchant Marine; and Daniel, machinist blue print, U. S. Government. Mr. Dentali is fond of all sports, a lover of traveling and music. His father came to U.S.A. in 1902. Res .: 847 Fellsway, Medford.
DE NUCCIO, ADOLPH ALFRED-Urologist-Physician and Surgeon. Born Lawrence, April 14, 1911. Son of Paul De Nuccio and Antonia Cola- pietro. Graduated from Lawrence High School in 1929; attended St. John's Preparatory School; Boston University College of Liberal Arts in 1934, B.S .; Boston University Medical School in 1938; M.D. Interne at Waltham Hospital and Haverhill Hospital. In general practice since 1940. Resident physician in Urology at Mass. General Hospital; on staff as Urologist at Lawrence Clinic; on staff of Lawrence General Hospital; formerly on staff of Boston City Hospital in Urology; diplomat of National Board Medical Examiners. Member: American and of N. E. Medical Associations; Lambda Phi Mu; Union of Italy and Italian Grand Societies. Married Rosalie Pepe of Law- rence, May 17, 1942, graduate of Lawrence High and of Burdett College. Dr. De Nuccio's father was born in Marzano, Naples, Italy. Came to America in the early 80's, was among the pioneer Italian American settlers of Lawrence. Had two children: Pasquale, textile chemist in Lawrence and Adolph A., of this sketch. Office and Res .: 269 Haverhill St., Lawrence.
DE NUNZIO, LEO-Malden Office, Debit Investigator, John Hancock Life Insurance Co. Born Ariano, Avellino, Italy, Nov. 6, 1894. Son of Luigi De Nunzio and Irene Tanza. In America since 1901. Educated in the elementary and high schools of Boston. In the service of John Hancock Ins. Co. since 1929. Married Josephine Ciampa of Boston, Jan. 11, 1914. One son-Luigi, born May 6, 1922, graduate of Somerville High School and at- tended Burdett College, in U. S. Navy, as Chief Petty Officer. Mr. De Nunzio is fond of baseball, football, travel and music. His father came to America in 1899 settling in Boston, where he engaged in wholesale and retail groceries for over 30 years. Res .: 40 Grace St., Malden. Summer Home: 333 Revere Beach Blvd., Revere.
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DE PAOLA, DOMINICK-Artist, painter and photographer. Born Ca- tania, Italy, March 4, 1886. Son of Vito De Paola and Agatina Giuffrida. Came to America in 1913 settling in Boston. Studied painting in Naples and Rome, Italy, and photography in Boston. In business since 1914. Has painted the sceneries at the Metropolitan Opera Co., and exhibited paintings in galleries in Boston and vicinity. Married Frances Golden of Boston, July 4, 1936. Mr. De Paola is also a lover of music and has studied voice for 10 years under Pietro Vallini, former opera conductor and teacher at Boston Conservatory of Music. Fond of outdoor life, art and traveling. Studio: 480 Boylston St., Boston.
DE PAOLA, MARY JANE-Teacher of Piano. Born Fall River, Mass., May 30, 1917. Daughter of Antonio De Paola and Angelina Ciorra. At- tended Durfee High School and studied piano for seven years under Esma Nelson of Fall River and under Carlton Booth of Providence. Teacher of Piano since 1940. Has accompanied John MacDonald radio baritone. Her pupils give yearly recitals. Member: Women Festival and is captain in the girl scouts. Active in civic affairs. Fond of horseback riding, travel, and grand opera. Her father was born at Castelforte, Littoria, Italy, came to America in 1906 settling in Fall River, as textile worker and as rope manu- facturer. Has the following children: Antoinette; Carmela, married to Emilio Maccarone; Joseph; Rose, a graduate of Durfee High, is a registered nurse, Lieutenant in U. S. Army overseas; Mary Jane; Walter, is in U. S. Army overseas; Lydia, married to Norman Durfee; Oscar, a graduate of Durfee High; and Peter, is a student and a gifted musician. Res .: 133 Davis St., Fall River.
DE PAOLA, OTTONE-Insurance Agent. Born Boston, Nov. 25, 1905. Son of Francesco Paolo De Paola and Annunziata Sozio. Graduated from Teachers College of Avellino and served in the Italian Army as Lieutenant. Came to America in 1926. Took post graduate courses at Boston University. In the service of John Hancock Mutual Life Ins. Co. since 1928. Married Jennie Casella of New Haven, Conn., Dec. 27, 1933. Children: Paul and Leonard. Fond of fencing, bocce, traveling and music. Father, born in Ariano Irpino, Avellino, Italy, came to America in 1900 settling in Boston. Engaged in the baking business. Res .: 43 Sea View Ave., East Boston.
DE PAOLO, PETER-Sanitary engineer, bacteriologist. Civil and con- struction engineer. Born Cansane, Aquila, Italy, Dec. 14, 1908. Son of Domenico De Paolo and Anna Lepore. Graduated: Collegio Ovidio Nasone of Sulmona; Royal Technical Institute of Aquila; and the University (1929, B.S.C.E.). Came to U. S. in 1930 settling in Boston. Took post graduate course at M.I.T., University of Minnesota, National Institute of Health in Bethesda, Md., and Northeastern State College of Oklahoma. In the service of Howard D. Johnson Co. of Quincy since 1943. Formerly with U. S. Public Health Service in Washington, D. C. Former Secretary to Governor Hurley and to Attorney General Paul A. Dever. Member: Cham- ber of Commerce, State Inspectors Works Ass'n., State Sanitary Engineers of Brockton, Wollaston Country Club, etc. Active in civic and political affairs. Fond of football, fencing, skiing, travel and music. Author of several unpublished works and numerous articles to newspapers and periodicals. His father came to U. S. in 1890, lived in Denver, Colo. Had the following children: Peter, Anthony, Daniel (U. S. Army in Europe), and Mrs. Theresa Palaza. Res .: 18 Weybosset St., Mattapan.
DE PAOLO, STEPHEN G .- Mail Carrier, Milford P. O. Born Fitchburg, Aug. 18, 1899. Son of John De Paolo and Anna Consoletti. Educated in the public schools. Served in U. S. Merchant Marine, World War I. Mail carrier since 1934. Married Carolina G. Dow of Medfield, June 26, 1922. Children: Robert S., graduate of Milford High, is in U. S. Marines in So. Pacific; John E., graduate of Milford High, is in U. S. Marines, Sgt. radar expert; Margaret, graduate of Milford High, is a U. S. Cadet nurse;
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Alfred; Stephen G., Jr., Carol C., and Betty Ann, are students. Member Mail Carriers Ass'n., and North Purchase St. Country Club. His father was born in Cansano, Aquila, Italy. Came to America in 1894, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Milford. Had the following children: Mary, Stephen, Linda, late Antonette, Rose, Theresa, James, Peter, Susan, Frank, John, Alfred, and Michael. Res .: 84 Purchase St., Milford.
DE PASQUA, ANDREW-Insurance Representative. Born Tufo, Avel- lino, Italy, April 12, 1900. Son of John De Pasqua and Carmela Molinaro. Came to America in 1904 settling in Brockton, where he attended public schools. In the service of Boston Mutual Life Insurance Co. since 1932, Assistant Supt. for nine years. In 1940 he led the entire Co. in the number of sales. Formerly with George E. Keith Shoe Co., for ten years. In his younger days he directed his dancing school for ten years, was con- sidered the finest ballroom dancer in the state, and won numerous prizes throughout New England. Married Isabel Valentine of Brockton, Feb. 15, 1924, a graduate of High School. Children: Philip, a graduate of Brockton High; Isabel, a graduate of Brockton High; Andrew, Jr., and David are students. Mr. De Pasqua's father came to America in 1898 settling in Brockton, later made three trips to Italy. Had the following children: Andrew, Americo, Mrs. Anna Ashley, Carmino, and John, who is with General MacArthur's Army. Res .: 34 Mason St., Brockton.
DE PASQUALE, JOSEPH G .- Owner, De Pasquale Funeral Chapel, 253 Main St., Milford. Born Providence, Dec. 7, 1894. Son of Antonio De Pas- quale and Maria Vitale. Graduated: Milford High; Boston University Law School in 1915, LL.B. and Boston School of Anatomy and Embalming in 1918. Served in U. S. Army, World War I, in quartermaster corps. In business since 1919, possessing one of the finest Italo-American funeral chapels in New England, located on the historical Main St., rich in the associations and traditions of New England. Married the late Marguerite M. Bush of Milford in 1924. One son, Joseph W., student at Academy of the Assumption in Wellesley. Member: American Legion; Italian American World War veteran and charter member, Order Sons of Italy. Mr. De Pas- quale, pioneered the founding of Sacred Heart of Jesus Cemetery in 1937. On Oct. 14, 1940 he acquired the birthplace of Horace Mann, the founder of the Public School system in America, at Franklin, Mass., consisting of a beautiful seven room home amidst 30 acres estate, destined to become a shrine to perpetuate the memory of the great educator. Active in civic, social and political affairs, and sponsor of every worthy cause. His father was born in San Marco La Catola, Foggia, Italy. Came to America in the early 80's. Lived in Providence, later in Milford, where he established the first Italian American funeral parlor. Was one of Milford's most outstand- ing citizens and a philanthropist. Had the following children: Mrs. Mary Murray; Arthur; Luigi (Judge); Joseph G., Gemma and Eva.
DE PASQUALE, PHILIP-Proprietor, De Pasquale Bros. Bakery, 376 Main St., Medford. Born Boston, May 29, 1916. Son of Rocco De Pasquale and Rosa Abate. Educated in the East Boston Elementary and High Schools. On staff as artist on the Donald McKay Junior High School paper. Was awarded scholarship in art. Took over his father's bakery business in 1941. Mr. De Pasquale is considered among the most outstanding Pizza makers in the Bay State and has introduced many artistic novelties in said field. Married Eleonora Marie Ardolina, June 21, 1937. Children: Rosalie Velia and Philip Joseph. Member, Order Sons of Italy in America. Fond of baseball, bocce, traveling and music. Hobby, painting. His father was born in Montoro, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1910 settling in Boston. Had following children: Antonio, in baking business in Boston; Philip, of this sketch; Joseph, serving in U. S. Army, took part in cam- paigns-Africa, Sicily, Italy; Rocco and Salvatore. Res .: 39 Billings Ave., Medford.
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DE PATTO, SAMUEL-Proprietor, Merimec Dress Co., Boston. Born Grisolia Cipollina, Cosenza, Italy, Oct. 29, 1899. Son of Angelo De Patto and Maria Teresa Di Marco. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1913 settling in Chelsea. In business since 1940 specializing in ladies sportwear. Formerly dress cutter and pattern maker. Married Gilda Addonizio of Chelsea, March 4, 1923. Children: Theresa, a graduate of Randolph School for Deaf; Angelo, in business with his father; Louis, Samuel, Adeline and Frank Anthony. Member: Women's Dress Con- tractors Ass'n and Order Sons of Italy in America. Fond of baseball, hockey, boxing, traveling and music. His father came to America in 1901, settled in Boston, had six children. Business: 121 Merrimac St., Boston. Res .: 27 Division St., Chelsea.
DE PETRO, PHILIP DONALD-Manager of Jamaica Theatre. "M. & P. Theatres"-Born Providence, R. I., Oct. 18, 1906. Son of Joseph De Petro and Ernestine Bruno. Graduated from Hope High School in 1923, and attended the Paramount Publix Managers School of New York. In the service of Jamaica Theatre since 1936. Formerly with the Paramount in Boston, the Oriental Theatre of Mattapan, the Paramount Theatre of Newton. Married Mary MacPhee of Allston, Mass., Aug. 7, 1939. One son, Philip D., Jr. Charter member and on board of directors of Jamaica Plain- Forest Hills Kiwanis Club, and of Managers Round Table Club of New York. Fond of all sports. Was member of football, baseball and basketball teams in his high school. Played. also semi-pro for the Providence Amateur League. Father born in Banzo, Campobasso, Italy, came to America in 1891 settling in Providence. Res .: 31 Chesbrough Rd., West Roxbury.
DE PIPPO, GIOVANNI BATTISTA-Proprietor, John De Pippo and Son, Shoe Rebuilding, 158 Second St., Fall River. Born Roccamonfina, Naples, Italy, Dec. 11, 1875. Son of Carlantonio De Pippo and Antonette Di Stefano. Attended public school in his native town, where he learned the trade of making custom shoes. Came to America in 1897 settling in Fall River. In business since 1943. Married Assunta Iannoni of Providence, May 3, 1902. Children: Gladys, a graduate of Bradford Textile School, is married to Walter Carr; Carlo, a graduate of Bradford Textile School, is married to Mary Di Paola; Vincent, is married to Mary Bolger; Duilio, served in U. S. Navy 1931-39, married to Catherine Buco; Alfredo, a gradu- ate of Durfee High School, is in U. S. Army overseas; Ida, married to Napoleon Jean. All are associated with their father in the above business. Mr. De Pippo is a former band musician. Has one brother Antonio. Res .: 307 Birch St., Fall River.
DE PRATO, LEO-Born Barga, Lucca, Italy, July 17, 1877. Son of Cristoforo and Maria De Prato. Attended public school in his native town and served in the Italian Army. Came to America in 1901 settling in New Bedford. In the service of Giusti Baking Co. since 1940. Formerly in the wholesale fruit and produce business. Married Giulia Simi of New Bedford, June 2, 1913. Children: Robert, married to Alice Blais; Evelyn, is a graduate of New Bedford High; Arthur, attended New Bedford Vocational School, is in U. S. A. Army in the Pacific; Irene, is married to Ernest Richmond; Louis, attended Vocational School, is in U. S. Army in Germany; Reynolds, is in U. S. Army; and Joseph, is a student. Mr. De Prato is member of Italian Literary and Mutual Aid Society. Fond of bocce, hunting, and travel. Is a former band musician. Has the following brother and sisters in Italy: Anthony, Palmira, Adele and Maria. Res .: 347 North St., New Bedford.
DePREZIO, CARL J .- Physician and Surgeon. Born Mansfield, Jan. 27, 1902. Son of Frank DePrezio and Alfonsina Moschella. Graduated: Mansfield High in 1920; College of Holy Cross in 1924 B.A., Harvard Uni- versity Medical in 1928, M.D. Interne, Trusdale Hospital and Boston City Hosptial, surgical service. In general practice since 1930. Associate sur- geon, Sturdy Memorial Hospital, Attleboro. Fellow International College of
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Surgeons. Active duty, in 1941 Captain, in 1942 Lt. Colonel. Chief sur -. gery station hospital, Fort Wright, N. Y., April 1941-Nov. 1942; Com- manding Officer, station hospital, Fort Wright, N. Y., Nov. 1942-Jan. 1944. Overseas duty in Africa, India, and China; discharged Nov. 21, 1945. Married Viola Romn of Worcester in 1932, a graduate nurse. Chil- dren: Carla, Leah, Judith and Elaine. Dr. DePrezio's father was born in Potito, Avellino, Italy, came to U. S. in 1903, settling in Mansfield. Had the following children: Mrs. Josephine Repucci; Mrs. John Colella; Dr. Carl; Mrs. Mary Antosca; Carrie; Mrs. Olympia Qualters; Rev. Geo. S. (C.S.C.) Assistant Dean, St. George's College of Santiago, Chile; Mrs. Laura Remillard; and Margaret. Dr. DePrezio is the author of the follow- ing publications: "New Improved Type of Operation for Pilonidal Cyst and Sinus"" in 1942; "Ascites of Seven Years Duration" 1945; "Uncom- plicated Cecitis Report of A Case," etc. Res .: North Main St., Mansfield.
DE RENSIS, PARDO-Investment Broker and Foreign Exchange Dealer. Born Bonefro, Campobasso, Italy, March 18, 1896. Son of Carlo De Rensis and Maria Nicola Lupo. Education: Technical School of Campobasso; grad- uated as an accountant from Royal Technical Institute of Terramo in 1914; Superior School of Commerce in Rome, 1919-1921. During World War I he served in the Italian Army as an officer. Was the commander of the 358th field battery on the Piave, 1916-18. Wounded. Awarded bronze medal and war cross for bravery. With Credito Italiano in Rome as chief clerk, bond department, 1919-23. Came to America in 1923. With Credito Italiano of New York, 1923-24; Banca Commerciale Italiana Trust Co. of New York, 1925-29; Banca Commerciale Italiana Trust Co., Boston, 1929-38 (assistant vice-president, 1929-33, treasurer, 1933-38). Member of Italian Chamber of Commerce of Mass .; Author: "La Fiamma Invisible" 1938; short stories, essays, poems. Active in every worthy cause. Married Tatiana Ceswawa Bramorska in 1930. One daughter-Carole Melanie. Office: 196 Washington St. Res .: 1810 Commonwealth Ave., Boston.
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