Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 49

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

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FABRIZIO, ENRICO EDUARDO-Violoncello, Boston Symphony Orches- tra. Born May 8, 1892. Son of Michele Fabrizio and Concetta Marruzzi. Graduated from the Eliot School. Studied 'cello under Antonio Amendola, Alwin Schroeder and Horace Britt; harmony under Stanislau Gallo. At the age of 17 he toured U. S. and Canada for two years as 'cellist, later member of St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. With the Boston Symphony since 1918, in 1942 soloist, considered among the most outstanding violoncellists in New England. Has recently constructed a violoncello in his workshop with such remarkable tonal qualities that Piatigorski, world's leading 'cellist said, that it was the finest instrument he had ever played on. Mr. Fabrizio is married to Laura Baldelli of New York, a former church and concert so- prano. Children: Enrico E. Jr., serving in U. S. Army and Robert, a gifted artist in Boston. Charter member, Kappa Gama Psi fraternity. His father was born in Sant'Angelo Allesca, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1887 settling in Boston, as custom tailor. Had the following children: Mrs. Louise Lepore; Josephine, married to Dr. Vincent J. Pollina; late Carmine, violinist and soloist; Mrs. Nancy Jodice: Mrs. Laura Ciavardone; and Mrs. Anna, Recupero. Res .: 80 Melrose St., Arlington.

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FABRIZIO, JAMES A .- Insurance Agent. Born Iberville, Quebec, Can- ada, June 4, 1917. Son of Donato and Antoinette Fabrizio. Graduated from Quincy High and attended Suffolk University Law School. Special courses at La Salle Extension University. Served in U. S. Army World War II. Honorably discharged May 1943. His sister Theresa is a WAVE in U. S. Navy. Mr. Fabrizio has been in the service of Metropolitan Life Insurance Co., of Quincy since 1944. Married to Mary E. Moore of Dorchester Nov. 11, 1944, a private secty. of the Hall Mark Co., of Boston. Member of Amer- ican Legion. Fond of baseball, boxing, travel and music. His father was born in Italy. Res .: 15 Baily St., Quincy.

FACCHINI, ARNOLD E .- District Manager-John Hancock Life Insur- ance Co., Plymouth. Born Plymouth July 5, 1904. Son of Italo Facchini and Mary Borgatti. Graduated from Kingston High School and attended Boston University pre-medical. In the service of John Hancock Life Insur- ance Co., since 1929. Married Carrie Ortolani of Bridgewater, Nov. 14, 1924. Children: Lorraine Dorothy, a graduate of Kingston High; Claire Lois, also a graduate of Kingston High; Arnold E. Jr .; Dennis R., and Doreen L. Mr. Facchini is member: Rotary Club, Coast Guard, Mate Sea Scout and Kings- ton Town Finance Committee. Fond of boating, travel and music. His father was born in San Agostino, Bologna, Italy. Came to America in 1898 settling in Plymouth. Had the following children: Fred, Rigo, Theodore, Mrs. Ada Cram and Arnold E. Res .: 49 Main St., Plymouth.

FACCHINI, RIGO RALPH-Proprietor: Kingston Machine Shop, Kings Highway Package Store and Rocky Nook Garage, 45 Main St., No. Plymouth. Born Somerville, Oct. 3, 1901. Son of Italo Facchini and Mary Borgatti. Educated in the public schools. In business since 1924. Married Laura Cavicchi of Plymouth Oct. 12, 1926. Her father was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Plymouth. Mr. Facchini is member Order Sons of Italy and Vespucci Club. Fond of hunting, fishing and boating. Is the inventor of a "valve tappit" and an "emergency brake warning light." His father was born in Sant'Agostino, Bologna, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1898 settling in Plymouth. Had the following children: Fred; Rigo R .; Theodore; Mrs. Ada Cram, and Arnold E. Res .: 41 Main St., North Plymouth.

FAHEY, JAMES EDWARD (REV.)-Assistant Pastor-St. Patrick's Church, Watertown. Born Bangor, Maine, July 13, 1899. Son of John Fahey and Margaret O'Connell. Graduated from Boston Public Latin School in 1917; Boston College in 1922, A.B. Attended St. John's Seminary of Brighton. Graduated from American College at Rome, Italy, in 1927. Or- dained in Rome, April 16, 1927 at St. John's Lateran Basilica. Assistant pastor at Our Lady Help of Christian Church. Assistant pastor of Our Lady of Pompeii Church of Boston for five years. Assigned by Cardinal O'Connell to minister to the spiritual needs of the large Italian colony of Newton. Since 1945 assistant pastor at St. Patrick's in Watertown. Rectory: 25

Chestnut St., Watertown.

FAILLACE, FEDELE MICHAEL-Physician and Surgeon. Born Boston, Jan. 17, 1905. Son of Gaetano Faillace and Amalia Donadio. Education: Latin School; Berkeley Preparatory School; Harvard College; University of Rome, Italy, pre-medical and medical. Interne at Mass. Memorial Hospital. Post graduate work at Harvard Medical School. In general practice in Boston since 1937. On staff of Mass. Memorial Hospital. Member: local, state and national medical associations. Fond of tennis, golf and music. His father was born in Morano Calabro, Cosenza, Italy, graduated from University of Naples, came to America in 1904, settling in Boston, where he has been a prominent physician for 40 years. Died in 1944. Office: 366 Commonwealth Ave., Boston. Res .: 44 Penniman Road, Brookline.

FAIELLA, RUDOLPH-Champion wrestler and city employee. Born Prezza, Aquila, Italy, June 29, 1895. Son of Luigi Faiella and Eugenia Farneti. Came to U. S. with his parents in 1903, settling in Quincy in 1908. Educated in the public schools. In the service of City of Quincy since 1932.

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Formerly winner of the South Shore wrestling championship for 12 years. He toured the U. S. as wrestler, defeating four world's light heavy cham- pions and was for eight years the uncrowned champion of the world. Mar- ried Jennie Lodico of Mansfield, June 15 1919, a graduate of Mansfield High. Children: Eleanor, Luigi (in coast guard U. S. Navy), Alfred and Lillian, all graduates of Quincy High School. Mr. Faiella is the organizer of Mass. Bocce League, and president of Quincy Point and South Quincy Bocce Clubs. Active in civic and political affairs. His father, a physician, had the fol- lowing children: Mrs. Elvira Morro; Mrs. Bianca Fratto; Mrs. Emma Pas- quale; Nunzio; Mrs. Giselda Pettinelli; Rudolph; Americo; Mrs. Giovannina Sandonato; Aristide; and Gaetano. Res .: 178 South St., Quincy.

FALCIONE, JOSEPH A .- Night chef-Ritz-Carlton. Born Castel del Giudice, Campobasso, Italy, Sept. 7, 1895. Son of Pasquale Falcione and Teodora Martella. Came to America in 1911 settling in Boston. Served in World War I as mess sergeant in U. S. Army. In service of Ritz-Carlton since 1942. Formerly with Copley Plaza, Palaise Hotel in San Francisco. Married Assunta Di Salvo, Nov. 2, 1924. Children: Pasquale, a student of Draft Institute of Art in Boston, now in the U. S. Coast Guard; Doris; Inez, and Alfred. Member of K. of C., American Legion, Veterans of For- . eign Wars. Fond of baseball, football, hunting and music. Father came to America in 1890, settling in Boston, where he died in 1900. Res .: 62 Web- ster St., Medford.

FALCO, ERNEST-Hair stylist. Born Torre dei Passeri, Teramo, Italy, March 5, 1892. Son of Francesco Falso and Angela Cappelletti. Educated in the public schools here and abroad. Came to U. S. in 1908 settling in Boston. Learned hair stylist in New York. In the service of Conrad's Beauty Salon since 1935. Formerly with Filene's Beauty Salon for 15 years. From 1920-25 he was highest paid hair stylist in U. S. Married Lillian Vanas of Boston, Dec. 7, 1914, a graduate of Girls High School. Children: Francis, attended Northeastern University, is in U. S. Army in the Pacific; Vincent attended Bentley School of Accounting and Finance is in U. S. Army in Belgium, and Ernest Jr., is in U. S. Navy. All of whom are grad- uates of Medford High School. Mr. Falco's father was a native of Milano, Italy, had the following children: Ernest, Italo, Zaffiro, Smeraldo and Gilda. Res .: 30 Grand Ave., Medford.

FALCONE, DOMENICK-Pioneer American of Italian descent in Mass. to enter the millinery field. Prop. of Malden's leading millinery shop, 392 Main St., Malden. Born Cassano Leone, Cosenza, Italy, May 28, 1898. Son of Vincent Falcone and Maria Taranto. Was brought to America in 1902 settling in Boston. Educated in the elementary and high schools of Boston. In the millinery business in Boston for 26 years and in Malden since 1938. Married Philomena Lauro of Roxbury, June 17, 1928. One son-Richard Domenick, born April 13, 1935. Member of K. of C. and Fraternal Order of Eagles. Mr. Falcone is the youngest of family of nine. Member of St. Mary's Choir of North end since 1920. Res .: 59 West Walnut Park, Roxbury. FALCONE, JOSEPH CHARLES-Insurance Agent. Born Quincy, Mass., Dec. 12, 1921. Son of Dago Falcone and Concetta Scroi. Graduated from Boston English High School in 1941. Took special courses in accounting. In the service of John Hancock Mutual Life Ins. Co. since Sept. 13, 1943. Member: West End House Club. Fond of baseball, football, basketball and hockey. Father, born in Messina, Italy, came to America in 1904, settling in Boston and engaged as tonsorialist for over 30 years. Res .: 87 Leverett St., Boston.

FALCONE, ROCCO JOSEPH-Businessman. Born Springfield, Jan. 8, 1902. Son of James Falcone and Mary Di Santi. Graduated from High School of Commerce in 1921 and has taken courses in accounting and in business administration and law. In business since 1926-proprietor of Rocky's Hardware Corp. of 1012 Main St., Springfield-largest and oldest

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Italian American Hardware Co. in western Mass. Married Clara Marie De Marco of West Springfield, Oct. 20, 1932. Children: Claire Marie and James Joseph. Member: Order Sons of Italy and United Commercial Travellers. Active in civic affairs. Fond of football, travelling and opera. Was member of his varsity basketball team. His father was born in Basilicata, Italy. Came to America in 1890 settling in Springfield, in the confectionery busi- ness for 30 years. Had following children: Joseph, Dell, Rocco, Frank (U. S. Army), Anthony and Rose. Res .: 23 Warrener Ave., Springfield.

FALZONE, JOSEPH-Proprietor-Bridgway Hotel Barber Shop and Beauty Salon, 76 Broadway, Springfield. Born Naro, Girgenti (Sicily), Italy, Aug. 13, 1897. Son of Domenico Falzone and Grazia Priolo. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1910 settling in Thompsonville, Conn. In Springfield since 1925. Studied the art of ton- sorialist and beautician here and abroad. In business since 1925. Married Paolina Zarcaro of Thompsonville, Conn., Nov. 24, 1921. Children: Grace- a graduate of High School of Commerce and Springfield Academy of Beauty Culture; Domenick-a graduate of High School of Commerce, in U. S. Navy; Lillian-a graduate of High School of Commerce; Joseph Jr .- a graduate of Technical High School, in U. S. Navy. Mr. Falzone is president of Master Barbers Assn. Member of Eagles, Order Sons of Italy. Fond of baseball, travelling, and classical music. Res .: 22 Cornell St., Springfield.

FALLICA, JOHN-Proprietor, Fallica Variety Store, 240 Marion St., E. Boston. Born Pietra Persia, Enna, Italy, March 20, 1889. Son of Giuseppe Fallica and Giuseppina La Monica. Attended public school in his native town. Came to U. S. in 1907 settling in Boston. In business in E. Boston since 1934. Married late Santa Petitto, Sept. 12, 1916. Children: Josephine, married to Salvatore Penta; Sadie, married to Paul Manning; Jennie; Joseph, graduate of E. Boston High, is in U. S. Army overseas; Frank, is in U .S. Navy; and Elvira. Married second time to Lucia Capone of Chelsea, July 18, 1943. Mr. Fallica has the following brother and sisters: Matteo, Filippo, Rosaria, and Maria. Res .: 238 Marion St., E. Boston.

FAMICO, FRANK JOHN-Manager, A. F. Goldsmith and Co., 34 Front St., Salem. Born Lawrence, Oct. 25, 1914. Son of Paul Famico and Con- cetta Tine. Graduated from Salem High School in 1929. In the service of A. F. Goldsmith and Co. since 1926, manager since 1934. Married Alice R. Foye of Salem, April 19, 1936. Children: Elizabeth M., Nancy E., and Frances J. Mr. Famico is member of Republican City Committee; Chamber of Commerce; past president Young Men's Republican Club; and president of Fraternal Order of Eagles. Fond of baseball, football, hockey, travel, art and music. Active in civic and political affairs. His father, born in Palaz- zolo Acreide, Siracusa, Italy, came to America in 1906 settling in Salem. Had two children: Frank J., and John J., of Salem. Res .: 82 Proctor St., Salem.

FAMIGLIETTI, JOSEPH A .- Physician and Surgeon. Born East Boston, March 16, 1912. Son of Ralph Famiglietti and Antoinette Salerno. Edu- cation: Boston Latin High; Providence College, 1935, B.S., and Tufts Medical School, 1939, M.D. Interne at St. Elizabeth Hospital of Brighton. In general practice since 1941. Veteran U. S. Army, World War II, for five years, major in the medical corps, was in the invasions of the Philip- pines and Japan. Married Phyllis Campana of New York, April 12, 1942. One son, Joseph Jr., born Aug. 18, 1944. Member of local, state and national medical assn's; diplomate of the National Board of Medical Examiners. His father was born in Gesualdo, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in early 1900, settling in East Boston, as businessman. Has follow- ing children: Joseph A .; Mary H .; sec'ty at State House, and Alfred, veteran, U. S. Army Air Corps in the Pacific, was awarded five battle stars. Office and Res .: 56 Saratoga St., East Boston.

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FAMOLARE, JOSEPH P .- Proprietor, Joseph P. Famolare Inc., manufac- turer of shoe patterns and designers, 207 Essex St., Boston. Born Boston, Oct. 12, 1896. Son of Gaetano Famolare and Frances Fava. Educated in the Boston Public Schools. Served in U. S. Army during World War I and did duty on the Mexican Border in 1916. In business since 1920. Married Merriam E. Claudy of Carlisle, Pa., June 9, 1920. Children: Frances-a graduate of Mary Cliff Academy, attended Vesper George School of Art, Washington University and Boston University; Martha-a graduate of Mary Cliff Academy and Mass. College of Osteopathy; Arlene; Joseph P. Jr .; and Leo Horace, students. Member: K. of C., Pere Marquette Council of South Boston and American Legion of Arlington.

Mr. Famolare was commis- sioned in 1938 admiral of the Flagship Fleet of the American Airlines Inc., and is known as "Flying Famolare." His father was born in Boston. Grand- father, native of Naples, Italy, came to America in the early 60's settling in Boston. Mother was born in Messina, Italy. Came to America in 1892 settling in Boston. Res .: 46 Alberta Rd., Chestnut Hill, Brookline.

FANARA, FRANK JOSEPH-Tonsorial Artist. Born Quincy, April 26, 1917. Son of Alphonse Fanara and Frances Vaccarella. Educated in the Waltham grade and high schools. Proprietor of his own barber shop, 19 Lincoln St., Newton Highlands since 1940. Married Concetta Agresta of Needham, June 4, 1937. Children: Alphonse and Frances. Member of New- ton Highlands Men's Club, and Master Barbers Association. Fond of foot- ball, golf, bowling, fishing and music. Hobby-woodworking. His father was born in Aragona, Agrigenti, Italy. Came to America in 1912 settling in Quincy, employed at Boston & Albany R. R., and Quincy Quarry for over 30 years. Res .: 147 Willow St., Waltham.

FANTONY, CHARLES-Treasurer and acting president, Coburnville Garage Inc., Waverly St., Framingham. Born Ispra, Varese, Italy, July 22, 1887. Son of Giuseppe A. Fantoni and Enrichetta Binda. In America since 1897. In Framingham since 1906. In business since 1921. Formerly R. R. engineer for eleven years and ex-postmaster of Fayville. Married Mary Elizabeth Mitchell of Fayville April 10, 1912. Children: Eleonora, a grad- uate of Portia Law School, is an attorney in Southboro; Charles Jr. is asso- ciated with his father now in U. S. Army overseas; Joseph, attended North- eastern University, is in U. S. Coast Guard on ship "Monomoy" as coxwain;

Charlotte, a graduate of Simmons College; and Mary, is a student. Member: Mass. State Guard veteran; past pres. of Colombus Society; chairman, town of Southboro Finance Committee; and OPA central tire inspector. Active in civic affairs. His father who came to U. S. in 1895 had the following children: Charles, Joseph G., Mrs. Mary Biondi and Mrs. Charlotte Hackett. Res .: Turnpike Road, Fayville, Mass.

FANTONY, JOSEPH GEORGE-Owner, Joe's Service Station, 179 Wav- erly St., Framingham. Born Ispra, Varese, Italy, March 12, 1892. Son of Giuseppe A. Fantoni and Enrichetta Binda. Came to America in 1897. Lived in Clinton for seven years. Educated in the public schools. In Fram- ingham since 1904. Served in U. S. Army (engineering) during World War I in France. In business since 1920. Married Eva Mitchell Oct. 15, 1922, a graduate of Burdett Business College. One daughter, Natalie Josephine, a graduate of Peter's High of Southboro. Member: American Legion; Italian World War Veterans; Eagles; and K. of C. Fond of hunting, fishing, travel and music. His father came to America in 1895. Had the following chil- dren: Charles, Joseph G., Mrs. Mary Biondi and Mrs. Charlotte Hackett. Res .: Turnpike Rd., Fayville, Mass.

FARACI, PHILIP-Physician and Surgeon. Born Boston, March 3, 1910. Son of Angelo Faraci and Brigida Laiacona. Graduated: Haverhill High in 1927 (was manager of track team and conductor of concert orchestra) ; Tufts College in 1931, B.S. (was concert master of college orchestra); Tufts Col- lege Medical School in 1934, M.D. Interne at St. John's Hospital of Lowell,

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1934-35. Resident physician and surgeon 1935-36; resident physician and surgeon at Jersey City Medical Center, 1936-38. In general practice in Haverhill since 1938. On staff of Hale Hospital. Athletic physician for Haverhill High and St. James High Schools; city schools physician; fellow of American Medical Association, Medical director of local Red Cross Chapter; on Board of Directors of local T. B. Association. Member: Mass. Medical Assn., Pentucket Physicians Assn., Elks, and Haverhill Country Club. Married Marie Flora Boucher of Nashua, N. H., April 13, 1938, grad- uate of Jersey City Medical Center School of Nursing. Children: Philip A., born Nov. 27, 1941 and Robert P., born Oct. 11, 1944. Dr. Feraci's parents were born in Riesi, Caltanisetta, Italy. Came to America in 1906 settled in Boston, since 1919 in Haverhill. Office: 3 Washington Sq. Res .: 45 West- land Ter., Haverhill.

FARACI, SALVATORE-Lawyer. Born Wakefield, April 26, 1915. Son of Angelo Faraci and Brigida Laiacona. Graduated from Haverhill High in 1930 and Northeastern University School of Law, 1934, LL.B. In general practice in Haverhill since 1938. U. S. Veteran of World War II. Member: American Legion; on executive committee of Wilbur Comeau Post No. 4; grand deputy of Mass. Order Sons of Italy; treasurer Pentucket Club; treas- urer Lincoln Republican Club; Chairman Ward 5 City Republican Committee. Member of Federal Bar, the Mass. State Bar and Essex County Bar Asso- ciation. Married Margaret Marie Kelley, June 18, 1944, graduate of Haver- hill High and of Simmons College B.B.A. Attorney Faraci's parents were born in Riesi, Caltanisetta, Italy. Came to America in 1906, settling in Haverhill in 1919. They had the following children: Philip, physician in Haverhill; Mrs. Fannie Pistone; Salvatore; Josephine; Grace, and Mary. Office: 191 Merrimack St. Res .: 22 Webster St., Haverhill.

FARAGUTI, FRANK-Proprietor of Sip and Dine Cafe, 536-40 Worth- ington St., Springfield. Born Springfield, Nov. 20, 1904. Son of Rinaldo Faraguti and Catherine Vancini. Educated in local public schools. In res- taurant business since 1933. Formerly in retail grocery business for seven years. Married Josephine Bregoli of Springfield, April 25, 1932. One daugh- ter, the late Lorraine. Member: Order of Elks, Dante Club. Fond of foot- ball, golf. A lover of travelling and music. His father was born in Finali Miglia Ferrara, Italy. Came to America in 1888 settling in Springfield where he engaged in building trade for 40 years. Res .: 388 Franklin St., Springfield.

FARESE, ANTONIO FRANCESCO-President and Treasurer, North Shore Bldg. Supply Corp. of Lynn. Born Naples, Italy, March 14, 1884. Son of Gennaro Farese and Elisabetta Donnarumma. Educated in the elemen- tary and high schools in Italy. Came to America in 1903, settling in Lynn. Returned to Italy in 1911 and served in the Italian Army on Libian front. On March 9, 1913, he married Adelina Bacci of Monterchi, Italy, and both came to America. Children: Alfred Paul, born in So. River, N. J., Jan. 9, 1914, graduated from Boston College High, and Alabama University in 1936, LL.B., served as councilman of Everett and candidate for Lt. Governor in 1944, in charge of Welding dept. at Bethlehem Steel Corp .; John B., born Lynn, Aug. 10, 1915, graduated from Mississippi University in 1937, LL.B., served as district attorney at Ashland, Mississippi, now Captain in U. S. Army Air Corps; Albert G., is in the service of G. E. Co. Mr. Farese has been in contracting business since 1918. Has also been in Foreign Banking Exchange and notary since 1923. Charter member of S S Maria of Assump- tion Society of E. Saugus. Has a brother Joseph in Italy. Office: 59-61 Alley St. Res .: 135 Blossom St., Lynn.

FARESE, VINCENZO-Born Tufaro Valle, Avellino, Italy, Aug. 20, 1890. Son of Sabino Farese and Rosa Perrotti. Came to U. S. in 1902 and again in 1909 settling in Milford where he worked for Draper Corp., later in grocery business, wine dealer, and real estate. Married Maria Giuseppa Todino of Milford Nov. 24, 1912. Children: Rose Anna, graduate Boston

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University A.B.S., and M.C.S., member of Delta Pi Epsilon fraternity, is teacher at Milford High School since 1939; Sabino P., graduate Bentley School of Acc. and Finance, is in U. S. Army; Vincenza, married to Giulio Besicci; Mary; Pietro, student of Boston College, is in U. S. Army; Joseph, is in U. S. Army; Genevieve; Angelo; and Donna. Mr. Farese is member of Order Sons of Italy. Active in civic affairs. Has the following brothers and sisters: Carmine, Lawrence, and Mrs. Sabina Viscioni. Res .: 2 Farese Rd., Milford.

FARETA, JOSEPH ANTHONY-Circulation Manager, The Haverhill Gazette Co. Born Grottaminarda, Avellino, Italy, Oct. 19, 1894. Son of Rocco Fareta and Carmela Abbruzzese. Came to America in 1904 settling in Haverhill, where he attended the elementary .and high schools. In the service of The Haverhill Gazette Co. since 1912. Circulation Manager since 1917. First American of Italian extraction employed in the company. Mar- ried Helen Ruth Byars of Haverhill, Sept. 23, 1924, graduate of McIntosh Business College. One daughter, Shirley May, born May 27, 1926, graduate of Haverhill High and attended Nasson College of Springvale, Maine. Mem- ber of International Circulation Managers Assn., and N. E. Assn. of Circu- lation Managers. Fond of football, boating, fishing and travel. His father came to America in 1898 settling in Haverhill. Res .: 15 Midlake St., Haverhill.

FARGO, PAUL-Insurance agent. Born Italy, June 28, 1894. Son of Giacomo Fargo and Clementina Lupin. Came to America in 1912. Lived in Canada and in Boston. In Quincy since 1931. In the service of Metro- politan Life Insurance Co. of Quincy since 1943. Held the record production of $11,500.00 in last seven months of 1943 and production record of $12,500.00 in 1944. Formerly assistant manager with the Boston Mutual Life Insur- ance Co., for four years. Married Emilia Blais of Sherbrooke, Canada. Three daughters: Pauline, born Jan. 30, 1924 is a graduate of Quincy High School; Jacqueline, born Nov. 17, 1927 is a graduate of Weymouth High and Pearl, born Jan. 13, 1929 is a student. Mr. Fargo is fond of gardening, hunting, fishing and travel. Hobby-playing guitar and singing popular and old familiar songs. Has a brother Peter Fargo in Quebec, Canada. Res .: 749 Randolph St., So. Weymouth.

FARO, MUNZIO-Treasurer, Sun Ray Bakery Inc., 18 Newbury St., Lawrence and No. 3 Sunny Ave., Methuen. Born Trecastagni, Catania, Italy, March 2, 1888. Son of Venerando Faro and Stella Ferlito. Educated in the public school of his native town. Came to America in 1906, later made several trips to Italy. In business since 1926. Married Concettina Anfuso of Lawrence, Nov. 7, 1908. Children: Venerando, educated here and abroad, manager of Sun Ray Bakery, Inc., married to Frances Liberati of Lynn, one son-Frederick; Stella, graduate Magistero in Italy and Boston University; Carmelina, graduate McIntosh Commercial School, married to Gennaro Iannalfo; Joseph, in U. S. Army Air Corps; John, in U. S. Army; Santina, graduate Lawrence Academy of Beauty Culture, is hairdresser; Francis, in U. S. Army; all have attended Lawrence High School and are associated with their father in the bakery business. Res .: 175 East St., Methuen.

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Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 49

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

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