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DINI, LOUIS-Proprietor of Dini's Sea Grill of 94 Tremont St., Boston. Born Barga, Lucca, Italy, March 11, 1904. Son of Joseph Dini and Mary Biagioni. Came to America in 1920 settling in Boston, where in 1927, he opened the Dini Sea Grill which is among leading restaurants of its kind in the city, renowned for its fine sea food, steaks and chops. Married Alice Cecconi of Boston, May 1, 1930. Children: Robert, Richard and Nancy. Member-Mass. Restaurant Association. Fond of baseball, golf, hunting, fishing and music. Parents came to America in 1922 settling in Boston. Res .: 21 Jaques St., Somerville.
DI NICOLA, ROCCO - Custom tailor and Manufacturer of Men's Clothes, 292 Meridian St., East Boston. Born Campli, Teramo, Italy, Aug. 17, 1900. Son of Giuseppe Antonio DiNicola and Maria DeVico. Attended public schools in Italy and learned custom tailoring in Rome. Veteran Italian Army, World War I. In U. S. since 1921. In business since 1927. Married Elena Mammiana of East Boston, Feb. 12, 1928. Children: Rocco Jr .; Mary Rose; Johanna, and Charlotte Carol. Mem- ber: Boston Cutting Club; Pinehurst Grange, and Knights of Pythias. Fond of hunting, travel, art and grand opera. Has two sisters: Elisa and Bice, married and living in Italy. Res .: 290 Meridian St., East Boston.
DI NITTO, MARY, MRS .- Proprietor of Anita Beauty Shoppe, 657 Somerville Ave., Somerville. Born Somerville, May 30, 1911. Daughter of John Colozzo and Anna Pennacchia. Graduated from Belmont High School and from Wilfred Academy of Beauty Culture in 1940. In business since 1941. Fond of travelling, music, art, reading. Married Salvatore Di Nitto of Somerville, Dec. 15, 1928. Children: Annita Vanda, and Thomas. Her father was born in Elena, Littorio, Italy. Came to America in 1907 settling in Somerville. Res .: 6 Belmont St., Somerville.
DI NOIA, STEFANO-Businessman. Born Turi, Bari, Italy, July 7, 1889. Son of Antonio Di Noia and Anna Di Venere. Educated here and abroad. Came to America in 1907. In business in Springfield since 1925. Proprietor of Walnut Spa Cafe of 37 Walnut St., Springfield. Formerly with Windsor Locks Macaroni Co. for 10 years. Married Maria Spada of Windsor Locks, Conn., Oct. 6, 1919. Children: Anthony-a graduate of High School of
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Commerce; Domenic-a graduate of Technical High School and Leo-a stu- dent. Mr. Di Noia is fond of baseball, the theatre and grand opera. Has two brothers: Francesco of Springfield and Leonardo of Worcester. Res .: 116 Florida St., Springfield.
DI NOZZI, EMIL-Executive Chef, Hotel Lenox, Boston. Born Villa Santa Maria, Chieti, Italy, March 21, 1905. Son of Joseph Di Nozzi and Marianna Di Lello. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1921. Lived in New York City for six years where he learned the art of cooking. He also served his apprenticeship in hotels in Naples, Italy for five years. In the service of Lenox Hotel since 1943. Formerly with Hotel Puritan and Parker House. Married Filomena Salva- tore of Boston, April 28, 1929. Children: Joseph and Marianne. Member: Epicurean Club; Valle del Sangro Aid Society. Fond of baseball, football, bocce, travel, music and grand opera. Res .: 510 Poplar St., Roslindale.
DI NUNZIO, JAMES C .- Attorney-at-Law. Born Cambridge, March 13, 1910. Son of Joseph Di Nunzio and Angelina Russo. Graduated from Cam- bridge High and Latin School, 1926; Harvard University, 1931, A.B., cum laude; Harvard Law School, 1934, LL.B. In general practice in Cambridge since 1934. Also operates real estate and insurance business. Member: Alpha Phi Delta fraternity; Cambridge Bar Assn. Fond of baseball, foot- ball, swimming and traveling. Hobby-gardening and photography. Mar- ried Mildred Flumere of Framingham, Aug. 6, 1938, a former public school teacher in Everett. Children: Joseph Henry and Mildred Angela. His
father, a native of Campanarello, Avellino, Italy, came to America in 1904 settling in Cambridge, where he engaged in construction work and in real estate. Had the following three children: Mrs. Mary D'Amora; James of this sketch and Ralph, a production engineer. Bus .: 991 Mass. Ave., Cam- bridge. Summer Res .: Marshfield, Mass.
DIODATI, LEONILDA-Proprietor Nilda's Beauty Salon, 5 Grove St., Haverhill. Born May 18, 1916. Daughter of Emidio Diodati and Nicolina Onofrietti. Graduated from Haverhill High School in 1934 and from Wil- fred Academy Hair and Beauty Culture in 1938. In business since 1939. Member of Wilfred Academy Alumni Assn., Y. W. C. A. Fond of travel, tennis, swimming and music. Her father was born in Popoli, Pescara, Italy. Came to America in 1906 settling in Haverhill as shoe worker. Had the following children: Mrs. Virginia Giles; Leonilda; Olga; Giacomo, graduate of Northeastern University, in mechanical engineering, now in U. S. Navy; Bernardino, graduate of Haverhill Trade School, now in U. S. Navy; Louise, graduate of Lawrence Academy of Beauty Culture. Res .: 34 Bellevue Ave., Haverhill.
D'IORIO, ERNEST VINCENT-Partner, D'Iorio Bros., Used car dealers, 876 Broadway, Revere. Born Somerville, Feb. 7, 1924. Son of Antonio D'Iorio and Elvira Vecchi. Educated in the Somerville public schools. Veteran U. S. Marines, World War II, in the Pacific, took part in the invasions of Guadalcanal and Bougainville, awarded two battle stars, also rescued a navy pilot off Bougainville Island. Partner with his brothers, George, Alfred and Charles in above business since 1945. Mem- ber American Legion and V. F. W. Mr. D'Iorio's father (a veteran of Italian African war) was born in the suburb of Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1906, settling in Boston, later in Revere, as carpenter and cabinet maker. Had following children: George, married to Margaret Ferrenzo; Linda and Theresa, are twins; Alfred, married to Mildred De Masso; Charles, veteran, U. S. Army in Europe, married to Elizabeth Ciampa; Doris; Vincent; Marie; Anthony Jr., and Janet. Res: 51 Temple St., Somerville.
DIORIO, FRANK-Proprietor of Frank's Lobster Co., Boston, distributors of live lobsters. Born Chelsea, Aug. 6, 1909. Son of Joseph Diorio and Maria Grasso. Graduated from Chelsea High School in 1929. In business
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since 1943. Formerly with J. C. Smith & Son for 15 years. Married Beatrice Adams of Wilmington, April 2, 1941. Member of Kiwanis Club of Chelsea. Fond of baseball, football, hockey, travelling and music. His father was born in Roccasicura, Campobasso, Italy. Came to America in 1888 settling in Boston, where he engaged as tool grinder for over 50 years. Bus .: 85 Commercial Wharf, Boston. Res .: 1 Everett Ave., Winchester.
D'IORIO, MICHAEL-Proprietor, D'Iorio Grocery Store, 18 High St., Salem. Born Barano D'Ischia, Naples, Italy, May 8, 1894. Son of Giorgio D'Iorio and Carmela Balestriere. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Served in the Italian Navy World War I as first class gunner petty officer. Came to America in 1919 settling in Salem. In business since 1925. Married Romilda Di Costanzo of Barano D'Ischia, Italy, Oct. 14, 1919. Children: George, born Nov. 25, 1920, graduate of Salem High and attended Salem Engineering School, now in U. S. Navy; and Dolores, born Oct. 31, 1921, graduate of Salem High and Salem Vocational High, formerly in the service of U. S. Navy Dept. of Boston. Member: Order Sons of Italy; Christopher Columbus Society; and Columbus Club. Active in civic affairs. Fond of hunting, fishing, travel and grand opera. Has a brother, Joseph, in Salem. Res .: 20 High St., Salem.
DIOZZI, PRIMO-Retired Merchant. Born Alberone, Ferrara, Italy, Nov. 25, 1869. Came to America in 1892 settling in Boston. In 1895 he estab- lished his grocery business in Somerville known as Diozzi Market and was engaged in that field for 45 years. Married Julia Lamborghini of Boston, Jan. 21, 1900. Children: Edith, a graduate of Chandler Secretarial College, manager of the Diozzi Liquor store; Edmund, attended Wentworth Institute, founder and president of Diozzi Liquor store, now in U. S. Air Force; Henry, honorably discharged from World War II; Dorothy, Florence and Marie. Mr. Diozzi has been a man of many activities. Was among the founders and director of the Central Cooperative Bank and deeply interested in civic and welfare work of his countrymen. Res .: 594 Somerville Ave., Somerville.
DI PANFILO, NAZZARENO-Proprietor, N. Di Panfilo Auto Dealer. 216 Washington St., Quincy. Born Ortona De Marsi, Aquila, Italy, Jan. 28, 1877. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1898. Was in grocery business in Lynn for five years, also agent for the American Express Co. Later in express business between Boston and Quincy for nine years. In the automobile field since 1922. In 1924 he won the silver cup for selling the largest number of Chevrolet cars in New England, and thereafter won numerous other prizes, including his famous transportation float on the 300th anniversary of city of Quincy. Married Maria Venti of Ortona De Marsi, Italy, Jan. 11, 1904. Children: Ellena, born March 11, 1905 a former public school teacher, married to Paul Marini of Quincy; and Catherine, born May 29, 1911, a graduate of Regis College, a former Quincy High School teacher, married to William Cosake of Long Island, N. Y. Member Order Sons of Italy. Fond of hunting, fishing, travel and music. Has a brother, Joseph in the trucking business in Quincy. Res .: 223 Presi- dents Lane, Quincy.
DI PAOLI, CHESTER-Manager, Italian Colonial Co-operative Co., Inc. Born Pretare, Ascoli Piceno, Italy, March 20, 1908. Son of Pietro Di Paoli and Savina Valeri. Attended public school in his native town. Came to America in 1920 settling in Leominster. In the service of Italian Colonial Cooperative Co., Inc. since 1934. Formerly with Du Pont Co. Married Finalba Piccolomini of Leominster, June 27, 1931. Children: Savina and Angela. Member of Francesco Saladini Club. Fond of baseball, bocce, travel and music. His father, who came to U. S. A. in 1904, settled in Leominster, where he worked for Du Pont Co. for 30 years. Had ten chil- dren. Bus .: 83 Lincoln Ter. Res .: 117 Lincoln Ter., Leominster.
DI PAOLI, GINO-Police officer. Born Pretari, Ascoli Piceno, Italy, Sept. 20, 1909. Son of Pietro Di Paoli and Savina Valeri. Was brought to Amer-
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ica when six months old, settling in Leominster. Educated in the public schools. In the police department since Feb. 10, 1936, the first American of Italian descent to enter the Leominster Police Force. Married Iolanda Pier- marino of Boston, March 28, 1932. Children: Jeannette Louise, born Jan. 8, 1933, and Sandra, born Feb. 21, 1942. Member: Order Sons of Italy; Italian American Citizens' Club; Saladini Society; Leominster Sportsmen's Associa- tion; Mass. Police Association; and president of Leominster Police Associa- tion. Fond of baseball, football, boxing, travel and music. His father came to U. S. A. in 1904 settling in Leominster, where he worked for Dupont Co. for 30 years. Had the following children: Cesare, Gino, Elena, Donato (U. S. Army), Malfissa, Emilia, Perinda, Elio (U. S. Army), Savino, and Rina. Res .: 89 Graham St., Leominster.
DI PASQUA, PHILOMENA-Teacher, Russell Junior High School, Brock- ton. Born Brockton Sept. 12, 1905. Daughter of Vincenzo Di Pasqua and Michelina Greco. Graduated from Brockton High in 1922 and Bridgewater Teachers' College in 1926, B.S. in Ed. Graduate studies at Boston Univer- sity. Teacher at Russell Junior High School since 1926. Appointed trustee Brockton Public Library in 1935-served three 3-year terms, reappointed for another term 1945-48. President of Twentieth Century Catholic Club 1937-39 and 1944-45. Member Brockton Teachers' Assn., Plymouth County Teachers' Assn., Brockton Italian Scholarship Club, and Anita Garibaldi Lodge. Fond of travel, reading, art and music. Hobbies: Collecting hand- kerchiefs and foreign articles. Her father was born in Tufo, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1900 settled in Brockton. Had the following children: Andrew; Philomena; Sylvio, Pfc., U. S. Marine Corps; Eleanor; Alfred, U. S. Army Air Force; Ferdinand; Albert and Ida. Res .: 28 Hamilton St., Brockton.
DI PASQUALE, FRANK PAUL-Proprietor, Clover Farm Store, 687 Franklin St., Worcester. Born Deliceto, Foggia, Italy, Jan. 21, 1896. Son of Luigi Di Pasquale and Rachela Gennario. Educated in the elementary and high schools in Italy. Came to America in 1912 settling in Worcester. In business since 1918. Married Josephine Iandoli of Worcester, April 22, 1918. Children: Mary, graduate of North High School and of Fairchild Business College, married to Paul J. Pichierri; Matilde, graduate of North High School and New England Conservatory of Music, with highest honors, now teacher of piano and voice; Loretta, a student. Member of Italian Country Club and chairman of Italian Chamber of Commerce. Travelled in Italy with his wife in 1937. His father, who visited America in 1906, had the following children: Vincent, Carmela, Michelina, Maria Luigia, Joseph and Frank. Res .: 1165 West Boylston St., Worcester.
DI PESA, CHARLES E .- Proprietor, Charles E. Di Pesa & Co .- Account- ants and Auditors. Born Boston, April 18, 1897. Son of Pasquale Di Pesa and Elizabeth Leonardi. Graduated from English High School in 1914. Attended Boston University School of Business Administration and North- eastern University School of Law. Graduated from Bentley School of Ac- counting and Finance in 1920. In the accounting and auditing field since 1917, being the first American of Italian descent in the Commonwealth to be a certified public accountant. Also accountant in Maine and New Hamp- shire since 1920. Married Ethel Ruth (graduate of Boston Normal School, former public school teacher) June 30, 1919. Children: Charles E., Jr., Wil- liam Francis (Harvard University Naval Unit) and Elinor Ruth. Member: American Institute of Accounting, Mass. Society of C. P. A., National Assn. of Cost Accountants. Father, born in Taurasi, Avellino, Italy, came to America in 1879, settling in Boston. Was an officer in the Garibaldi army. Res .: 398 Bluehills Parkway, Milton.
DI PESA, JOHN A .- Counsellor-at-Law. Born Boston, July 2, 1889, Son of Frank DiPesa and Amalia Statuti. Graduated: English High, 1908; Harvard College, 1912, B.S .; Harvard Law School, 1915 L.L.B. In general
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practice since 1915. Lt. U. S. Navy, World War I, European waters. Served as Revere City counsel three terms, and city solicitor four years. Former commander American Legion Revere Post 61, five terms, and was instrumental in the building of American Legion Memorial Building of Revere. Married Anna F. Soracco of Colchester, Nov. 11, 1921, a colora- tura soprano. Children: Gloria, graduate Revere High and Regis College, is public school teacher and John F., graduate Revere High, is veteran U. S. Navy, World War II, took part in most European and Pacific cam- paigns. Member of Elks and American Legion. Active in civic and political movements. His father, born Taurasi, Avellino, Italy, came to U. S. in 1875, was among the pioneer Italian-American settlers of Boston, later of Revere. Was public works inspector for City of Boston. Had following children: Mary, Virginia, Jonh A., late Robert, Adeline, Flor- ence, Roger, Robert, Amalia, late Laura, Walter, Blanch, and Frank. Res .: 91 Lynnway, (Point Pines) Revere.
DI PESA, JOSEPH A .- Publicity and Advertising. Born Taurasi, Avel- lino, Italy. Son of Pasquale Di Pesa and Rosa Abate. Came to America when eight months old. Education: Eliot School, English High School. In the service of Loew's, Inc. since 1910. Pioneer Italian American of Boston to enter newspaper field. Formerly attached to reportorial staffs of the Boston Journal, Traveler and American. Established his publicity office in 1911, handling many important commercial accounts. With Geo. Libby in 1916, ·produced numerous scores for vaudeville acts, many of which appeared in leading vaudeville theaters in this country and Canada. With Principio A. Santosossuo, Feb. 1921, established the "Italian News." Married Louise F. Crovo of Boston, Oct. 8, 1908. One daughter-Elizabeth J., graduate of Simmons College. Member: Boston Advertising Club; charter member of Ausonia Council of K. of C .; honorary life member, B. P. O. E. of Boston. His father came to America in 1879 settling in Boston. Engaged in custom tailoring business over 50 years. Mr. Di Pesa is deeply interested in civic affairs and has contributed his services to every worthy cause. Res .: 49 Undine Rd., Brighton.
DI PIETRO, REV. CHRIS-Pastor, Italian Methodist Church of Boston, and So. Boston. Born Melito, Irpino, Avellino, Italy. Son of Pasquale and Maria DiPietro. Graduated from: Ariano Irpino High School; St. Louis College of Posilipo, Naples and the International Theological University of Posilipo from which he received his ThB., ThM., and ThD., degrees. Or- dained by Bishop Loiacono of Ariano in 1932. In America since 1932. Preached in New York and Brooklyn for five years. Pastor of Christ Italian Methodist Church of Westfield, N. J. for five years. Pastor of First Italian Methodist Church in Boston since May 1942. Instructor in Boston Univer- sity. Secretary of Boston Italian Ministerial Assn. One of the editors of The Converted Catholic Magazine. Res .: 435 Hanover St., Boston.
DI PIETRO, CONCEZIO-Proprietor, Di Pietro Funeral Parlor and Di Pietro Cafe of East Boston. Born Introdacqua, Aquila, Italy, Aug. 11, 1884. Son of Lorenzo Di Pietro and Marianna Ferrusi. Came to U. S. in 1902 settling in E. Boston. In business since 1903. Married Rosa Marini of E. Boston Jan. 11, 1911. Children: Clelia, married to Americo Zazza, a funeral director; Silvio, a high school teacher; Lydia, married to Alfred Toriello, Captain in U. S. Army in Italy; and Ralph, is in U. S. Army Air Corps in China. Mr. Di Pietro is member Order Sons of Italy; Duke of Abruzzi Society. Active in civic and welfare affairs. Has the following brothers and sisters-Tomaso, Enrico, Donato, Nicola, and Mrs. Bambina Di Bene- detto. Res .: 204 Maverick St., E. Boston.
DI PIETRO, ENES HELEN-Secretary to Chairman of Commission on Administration and Finance. Born Boston Oct. 13, 1905. Daughter of Andrew Di Pietro and Katherine Caprio. Graduated: Girls High School in 1922 and Boston Clerical School in 1928 (specialized in foreign languages).
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Studied music under Madame Rabbe of N. E. Conservatory of Music, and under Madame Dumas, she studied art. Fond of tennis, swing, horseback- riding, drawing and traveling. Father, born in vicinity of Aquila, Italy. Came to America in the late 90's settling in Boston, where he was the founder and president of the Italian Commercial Bank for over 20 years. Also president of Alco Construction Co. Was among the founders of the Italian Children's Home. Res .: 5 Middlesex Road, Watertown.
DI PIETRO, SALVATORE - Building Contractor. Born Canicattini Bagni, Siracusa, Italy, May 10, 1889. Son of Paolo DiPietro and Giusep- pina Pensavalle. Educated in the public school in Italy, and learned the mason's trade under his father. Served in the Italian Army. Came to U. S. in 1913, settling in Boston, where he has since been engaged in construction work. Married Pauline Pensavalle of his native town, Dec. 22, 1918. Children: Paul, graduate, Somerville High and Northeastern University, in civil engineering, is an engineer designer and a pianist, veteran U. S. Navy (radar) World War II; and Josephine, graduate, Somerville High, was an outstanding stage dancer, killed in the height of her career in a train wreck from Washington to New York, Sept. 6, 1943. Mr. DiPietro is member and treasurer of Cinicattini Bagni Society of Medford. Active in civic affairs and lover of art, reading, travel and music. Has following brother and sisters: Sebastiana, Pauline, Corrado, Mariannina, Rosina and Nina (twins). Res: 59 Broadway, Somerville.
DI PIETRO, VINCENT JAMES-Merchant Tailor. Born Brooklyn, N. Y., Feb. 2, 1898. Son of Pasquale and Maria Di Pietro. Was brought to Italy when two years old, where he was educated in the public schools. Returned to America in 1912 settling in East Boston. In the tailoring business since 1915. Being the pioneer Italian American tailor of East Boston. Married Josephine Pagliaro of East Boston, Sept. 2, 1921. Member of B. P. O. E. Fond of bowling, traveling and music. Visited Italy in 1931. His father was born in Melito Irpino, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1896, made several trips to Italy. Father of following seven children: Vincent, Chris (a clergyman in Boston), Anthony, Frank, Rocco and Mrs. Theresa Valen- tine. Bus .: 45 Maverick Sq. Res .: 103 Trenton St., East Boston.
DI PIRO, JOSEPH-Executive Chef, New Bedford Hotel. Born Monte- cello, Naples, Italy, May 19, 1903. Son of Giovanni Di Piro and Maria Luisa Grossi. In America in 1905. Educated in New Bedford Public Schools. In the service of New Bedford Hotel since 1941. Formerly Chef at Crater Club, Lake Champlain and for eleven seasons at Virginia Inn in Winter Park, Florida. Married Virginia Shiller of Camden, N. J. Jan. 17, 1940. Fond of baseball, golf, boxing, travel and music. His father came to America in 1902 settling in New Bedford as city employee. Had the following children: Benjamin, in U. S. Navy; Joseph; Rosario, in U. S. Army; Antonio; John, in U. S. Navy; Mariano, in U. S. Merchant Marine; Mrs. Susie Silva; and Alexander, in the U. S. Navy. Res .: 78 Thomas St., New Bedford.
DI PRIMIO, COSTANTINO-Tenor-Accountant-S. S. agent-Notary, 1165 Main St., Springfield. Born Agnone, Campobasso, Italy, Sept. 25, 1888. Son of Domenico Antonio Di Primio and Paola Antonio Gelsomina. Edu- .cated in the technical schools in Italy. Came to America in 1905. Graduated from Bay Path Institute of Springfield in 1910. Returned to Italy in 1911 and studied voice under Vincenzo Galasso of Naples and under Ettore Boruc- chia of Rome. Debut in Cavalleria Rusticana at Opera Adriano of Rome. Served during World War I in the Italian Army, as private secretary to General Giovanni Ghelzi. Returned to America in 1920 and engaged in the banking field in Boston and Worcester for 12 years. Accountant, S. S. agent and notary in Springfield since 1932. Mr. Di Primio has been the leading professional operatic and vaudeville tenor of western Mass. since 1922. Sang throughout New England. Pioneer broadcaster for Gillette Safety Razor-WEEI of Boston ... Married Angiolina Caldarelli of Boston, Sept. 25,
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1924. One daughter-Aida, a graduate of High School of Commerce. Res .: 168 Williams St., Springfield.
DI RAGO, J. VINCENT-Physician and Surgeon. Born Viggiano, Po- tenza, Italy, Nov. 2, 1907. Came to U. S. in 1912 settling in Boston. Grad- uated: Medford High and Colby Academy (was member of varsity baseball and football teams in both schools). Graduated, Middlesex University School of Medicine in 1933, M.D. Interne at Boston City Hospital and at Syracuse General Hospital. Served as contract surgeon for three years in U. S. Army. Is state surgeon for United American Veterans Inc. Captain in the National Guard. Assistant Supt., and on staff of the Cambridge General Hospital. In general practice in Woburn since 1937. Member: Mass. Medical Society; St. Luke's Guild; Elks and Order Sons of Italy. Married to Mary Barnes of Woburn Sept. 4, 1942, a graduate of High School and attended Boston University. Children: George Joseph, born Oct. 4, 1943 and Joseph Vincent, born Sept. 13, 1945. Office and Res .: 556 Main St., Woburn.
DI RAMIO, ROSS C .- Proprietor, Ross Beauty Salon, 26 West St., Boston. Born in Prezza, Aquila, Italy Dec. 8, 1897. Son of Alfonso Di Ramio and Grazia Faiella. Attended public schools in Italy where he learned the ton- sorialist trade. Came to U. S. in 1914. Served in U. S. Army World War I in France 18 months. In business since 1945. Formerly Beautician at E. T. Slattery Co., Chandlers and Filenes for 20 years. "Originator of the Won- dercut styled individually to suit you." Married Frances Descenzo of East Boston June 24, 1923. Children: Alphonse, student of North Quincy High, is in U. S. Marines in the Pacific; Grace, graduate of North Quincy High, married to Robert Fitzgerald; Carmine, is in U. S. Navy; Frances; Edward and Eugene. Member: Elks, Eagles, A. F. W. Fond of huntng, travel and music. His father came to U. S. in 1904 settling in Quincy as stone cutter, had the following children: Domenic of Quincy; Ross C .; Nazzareno, a cara- biniere officer in Italy; Carlo, of Salem. Res .: 18 Bass St., Wollaston.
DI RIENZO, DOMENIC-Proprietor, No. Oxbridge Coal, Fuel Co. Born Savignano, Avellino, Italy, Nov. 25, 1893. Son of Crescenzo Di Rienzo and Caterina Abazia. Attended public school in his native town. Came to America in 1909 lived in Boston and Providence. In Uxbridge since 1914. Served in U. S. Army World War I in France for 16 months. In business in Uxbridge since 1931. Married Anna Romasco of Uxbridge Oct. 30, 1920. Children: Catherine, a graduate of Uxbridge High School and attended Worcester Business College; Mary, a graduate of Uxbridge High School is attending Worcester Business College; Rita, John and Doris, are students of High School. Mr. Di Rienzo is member of the American Legion; Eagles; and American Italian Club. His father visited America in 1892. Had the following children: Mrs. Rosaria Allegretto of Brooklyn, N. Y., Carminuccia, in Italy, and Domenic. Res .: 265 No. Main St., Uxbridge.
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