Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 5

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


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ARDITO, ALESSIO-Registered Pharmacist, Rantoul Pharmacy, 293 Rantoul St., Beverly, Mass. Born Casamassima, Bari, Italy, Des. 16, 1904. Son of Vitangelo Ardito and Pasqua Verna. Graduated from Royal Tech- nical Institute of Accounting in Bari, and served in Italian Army 8th Regi- ment as "Genio Telegrafista." Came to U. S. A. in 1929 settling in Beverly. Graduated from Montheit School of Pharmacy in Boston in 1936. Reg. Pharmacist since 1936. Married Annie Galluzzi of Beverly, April 21, 1928 .. Children: Pasqua Laura, born April 28, 1929 and Vitangelo Paul, born Nov. 30, 1933. Member: Order Sons of Italy; Italian Community Center; fond of baseball, football, travel and music. His father came to America


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in 1912. Had the following children: Alessio, Costanza and Rosa. Res .: 295 Rantoul St., Beverly.


ARDOLINO, DOMENICK-Prop. Ardolino Bros. Monumental Works, Forest Hills, Boston. Born Torre le Nocelle, Avellino, Italy, Oct. 17, 1892. Son of Carmine Ardolino and Elisabetta Selvitella. Came to America in 1910 settling in Forest Hills, Boston. In business since 1915. Has directed the interior and exterior decorations of National Academy of Science Building in Washington, D. C .; the State Office Building of Albany, N. Y., and other buildings. Many of his masterpieces can be seen at St. Michael cemetery in Forest Hills. Married Elizabeth Ricci of Washington, D. C., Aug. 20, 1924. One son, Carmine Ardolino, born June 25, 1941. Member: Order Sons of Italy in America, the Circolo Operaio, Torrese and Italian American Citizen's Club. Fond of hunting, bocce, travelling and grand opera. Res .: 138 Hyde Park Ave., Forest Hills, Boston.


ARDUINI, ANDREW-Manager of Arduini Mfg. Co., 435 Shrewsbury St., Worcester. Born Bolsena, Viterbo, Italy, June 30, 1895. Son of Querino Arduini and Crestina Buzzarrini. Educated in the high school of his native town. Came to America in 1913 settling in Worcester. Attended private schools. In business since 1926, manufacturing general sheet metal works, specializing in engineering and fabrication of sheet metal products. Mar- ried Eva Bonardi of Shrewsbury, July 25, 1922. Children: Rita, attended Lady Cliff College, married to Matthew Baroni, and Mary, also attended Lady Cliff College, now at New England Art School of Boston. Mr. Arduini is fond of hunting, travelling, art, reading, and music. His father was also a manufacturer of general sheet metal works, and so was his grand- father and great gandfather. Has a brother, Joseph, employed in the firm. Res .: 60 South St., Shewsbury, Mass.


ARENA, ARMANDO-Pianoforte Pedagogue, 198. Dartmouth St., Boston. Born Palermo, Italy, March 31, 1900. Son of Giovanni Arena and Maria Serio. In America since 1903. Graduated from Warren Eastern High School, New Orleans, La., in 1907; New England Conservatory of Music in 1925 (under Alfredo De Voto). Post graduate work - studio of George Proctor. Director of Music Institute of Fine Arts, Pieping, China, 1928-29. Returning to Boston resumed pianoforte instruction. A recognized author- ity of the piano. Yearly artist class recitals at Brown Hall of New Eng- land Conservatory of Music since 1931. Gives monthly lectures, and recitals. Pupils from Curtis Institute (Philadelphia); Eastman School (Rochester, N. Y.); Damourash School of New York. Member: Society .Arts School of New York City. Avocation-fond of fine arts-considered one of the finest Batik artists in America. Exhibited in the Vose gallery in Boston; Mass. Art School three times; Brown Hall, N. E. Conservatory of Music; Carpenter Hall of Dartmouth College.


ARENA, PAUL J .- Tonsorialist. Born Ganzierri, Messina, Italy, March 2, 1895. Son of Matthew Arena and Josephine Ingegneri. Educated in elementary and high schools in Italy. Served in the Italian Navy during World War I and took part in several battles. Awarded war cross for bravery. Came to America in 1921 settling in Boston. In the barber busi- ness since 1931. Married Antonette Greco of Messina, Italy, Jan. 6, 1929. Children: Matthew, Josephine, James, Piero and Marcello. Mr. Arena is member of the Italian American Aid Society. Fond of travelling, art, literature, writing, and lover of music, especially the grand opera. Bus. 118 Bradford St., Boston.


ARENA, VINCENZO S .- Proprietor, Arena's Beauty Parlor, 199 Harvard St., Brookline. Born Messina, Italy, Feb. 5, 1902. Son of Stefano Arena and Grazia Femino. Educated in the elementary and high schools of his native city and served for three years as custom house officer. Mr. Arena established his beauty parlor business in 1931, being one of the leading beauty shops in Brookline. Married Carmela Mancuso of Boston, June


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23, 1929. Member of B. P. O. E. No. 886, Brookline Lodge. Fond of base- ball, football, hunting, boxing, travelling and music. Res .: 32 Ridge Ave., Dedham.


ARGENTO, NICHOLAS-Businessman. Born San Sossio Baronia, Avel- lino, Italy. Sept. 21, 1896. Son of Filippo Argento and Nicolina Contardo. Educated here and abroad. Came to America in 1904 settling in Worcester. Proprietor of Argento Market since 1908. Married Gertrude Frances Barry of Worcester, April 6, 1919. Children: Phyllis, graduate of Classical High and Salters Secretarial College; Philip James, graduate of St. John's High and Cromwell Cellege, veteran of World War II; Margaret, graduate of Classical High and of Salters Secretarial College; Nicholas Edward, grad- uate of Classical High, is student at Harvard University; and Barry James, a student. Mr. Argento served in American Army, World War I. Member: K. C., 4th degree; American Legion; Italian American World War Vet- erans. His father came to U. S. A. in 1899, settled in Worcester in 1904. Had the following children: Nicholas, Angelo, Rosa, Anthony, John, Helen, Harry and Philip. Bus .: 141 East Central St. Res .: 22 Longfellow Rd., Worcester.


ARMANETTI, ANTHONY LOUIS-Assistant Manager, New Bedford Public Market. Born New Bedford, March 18, 1909. Son of John Armanetti and Angelina Balestracci. Educated in the public schools. In the service of the Public Market since 1924. Married Amelia Balestracci of New Bed- ford, April 24, 1937. One daughter, Judith Ann, born March 18, 1939. Mr. Armanetti is President of the Junior Chamber of Commerce and member, board of registrars of voters. Active in civic and political affairs. Fond of baseball, football, travel and music. His father was born in Filattiera, Massa e Carrara, Italy. Came to America in 1900 settling in New Bedford as stone mason. Had the following two children: Charles, Lt., in the New Bedford Fire Dept. and Anthony Louis of this writing. Res .: 278 Hillman St., New Bedford.


ARMANETTI, CHARLES JOHN-Captain, New Bedford Fire Dept. Born New Bedford, Nov. 1, 1907. Son of John Armanetti and Angelina Belestracci. Educated in the elementary and High Schools. Member of New Bedford Fire dept. since 1936. Promoted Lieutenant in 1941 and Captain in 1945. Married Azubah Cornell of New Bedford, Aug. 28, 1930. Children: Edith Angeline and John Edmund. Member: Mass. Permanent Firemen's Assoc., and Treasurer of New Bedford Firemen's Aide Society. Played amateur basketball 1923-37. Fond of travel, baseball and music. His father was born in Filattiera, Massa e Carrara, Italy. Came to America in 1900 settling in New Bedford as stone mason, had the following two children: Charles John and Anthony Louis. Res .: 68 Caroline St., New Bedford.


ARNIERI, SOPHIE MARIE-Chief clerk, local board No. 171, Worcester. Born Worcester, March 31, 1906. Daughter of Nicholas Arnieri and Rose Maria Fazio. Graduated from High School of Commerce and Fairchild's Secretarial School. Has also taken courses at Natural History Museum, Worcester Art Museum, Worcester Red Cross Chapter house, and Worces- ter Trade School. In service of Selective board since October 1940. Former president of the Rose Club, social and charitable organization. Fond of golf, swimming, tennis, travel, art and music. Her father was born in vicinity of Cosenza, Italy. Came to America in the late 90's settling in Worcester, where he was employed at Graton & Knight for many years. Had the following children: Sophie M., Amelia M., Anthony J. Res .: 7 Rugby St., Worcester.


ARNO, DOMENICK JOHN-Proprietor of Arno Shoe Repairing Shop, 796 Main St., Springfield. Born Gerace Marino, Reggio Calabria, Italy, Aug. 8, 1903. Son of Gerolamo Arno and Josephine Gallo. Educated in public schools of his native town, where he also learned the art of making shoes. Came to America in 1920 settling in Springfield. Proprietor of


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the popularly known Arno Shoe Repairing Shop since 1920. Married Paolina Gullaci of Springfield, Sept. 27, 1934. They have two children: Josephine Mary and Anthony Jerome. Member of Elks. Fond of boxing, baseball, fishing, and popular music. His father came to U. S. A. in 1907 settled in Springfield, in the employ of Gas and Electric Light Co. Had following children: Salvatore, Domenick, Peter, Vincent, Mary, Concetta, Serafina, and Nina. Res .: 63 William St., Springfield.


AROMANDO, JOSEPH-Sheriff and Italian Interpreter. Born San Assenia, Salerno, Italy, Aug. 27, 1878. Son of Arsenio Aromando and Maria Viricella. Brought to America when two years old, lived in New York. In Worcester since 1888. Educated in the public schools. Italian Interpreter in Worcester since 1895; Sheriff since 1932, pioneer Italian American to hold said offices in Worcester. Married Delia T. Giusti of Worcester, Aug. 1901. Children: Joseph Paul, a graduate of North High School, is foreman at Mother's Bread Co .; Ralph Lawson, a graduate of North High School, attended Tufts Medical School and Northeastern Uni- versity. Mr. Aromando is member of Order Sons of Italy, and trustee for 30 years. Has a brother, Angelo, in Worcester, who came to America in 1880, a retired chef and construction foreman. Res .: 6 Adams St., Worcester.


ARONE, JOSEPH B .- Commercial Artist, and architectural Work. Born Watertown, June 24, 1915. Son of Francesco Nicola Arone and Elisabetta Maria Raimondo. Graduated from Watertown High School and from Vesper George School of Art in Boston. Married Lucy E. Caccavero of Watertown April 19, 1941. Children: Lucille Elizabeth, born Sept. 8, 1942 and John Anthony, born Dec. 7, 1944. Member of Elks. Active in civic and political affairs. Served in the Mass. National Guard for three years. Fond of football, travel, history, art, and music. His father was born Torre di Ruggiero, Catanzara, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1900 settling in Watertown as agriculturist. Had the following children: Lawrence, in U. S. Army World War II and took part in battle of Guadalcanal and of Solomon Islands; Mrs. Elizabeth Alessandro; Joseph B .; Mary Grace, private secretary; Theresa and Catherine (twins). Res .: 100 Cushing St., Cambridge.


ARONNE, HELENA-Junior Clerk at Comptroller's office. Daughter of Ferdinand Aronne and Carmel Caselnuovo. Graduated from Dorchester High School. In the service of the Comptroller Bureau since 1940. For- merly with Department of Education for 16 years. Fond of gardening, and lover of music. Her father was born in Reggio, Calabria, Italy. Came to America in 1887 settling in Boston, engaged in the barbar business for 40 years. Children: John (bureau of police records, now in U. S. air corps); Edward (signal corps); Frank, Patrick, Annette, Elvira and Made- line (Cole). Res .: 15 Osborne Rd., Milton.


ARPAIO, NICHOLAS CIRO-Vice-president, Del Vecchio Arpaio Inc., Springfield. Born Lacedonia, Avellino, Italy, March 1, 1901. Son of Michele Arpaio and Brigida Cardellicchio. Graduated from De Sanctis Normal School of Lacedonia in 1920 and attended Casa Giove Military School, where he graduated as Lieutenant. Came to America in 1923 as tourist. Settled in Springfield. In business with Del Vecchio since 1929, beginning in a small way, today they are among the largest Italo-American import- ers and domestic foods in the city. Married the late Josephine Marinaro of Springfield in 1931. One son, Joseph Michael, born June 14, 1932. Mr. Arpaio is member and former president of local Order Sons of Italy in America and Italian Civic League. Fond of football, bocce and travelling. A lover of art and grand opera. Bus .: 852 Main St. Res .: 21 Cedar St., Springfield.


ARRIGHI, ANTONIO-Partner in Van Horn Spa, opposite Lady of Our Hope Church, 501 Armory St., Springfield. Born in South America, Aug. 30, 1898. Son of Emilio Arrighi and Rosa Equi. Educated in the public


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school of Fornaci Di Barga, Lucca, Italy. Served in the Italian Army during World War I. Came to America in 1921 settling in Springfield. In business since 1924. Married Mary Stelloni of Springfield, Sept. 1933. One son, Anthony Jr., born June 30, 1934. Mr. Arrighi is fond of all sports, a lover of travelling and grand opera. Has travelled in England, France Balkan States and Italy. Has a sister, Mary, in Italy, married to Mario Frangioni, and a brother, Lawrence, in the amusement business in Springfield, married to Theresa Stallone of Springfield. Res .: 53 Governor St., Springfield.


ARTESANI, CHARLES J .- Attorney-at-Law. Born Boston, July 30, 1911. Son of Richard T. Artesani and Mary E. Tierney. Education: Brigh- ton High; Boston College, 1934, A.B., and Harvard Law School, 1937, L.L.B. In general practice since 1937. Married Helen Theresa Cusack of Brigh- ton, June 26, 1943. One son, Joseph J. Jr., born Aug. 15, 1944. Member: Mass. State legislature since 1940; member local, state, and national bar associations, Boston College Alumni Assoc., and the K. of C. Director of Community Fund campaigns since 1939. His father was born in Cam- bridge, where he engaged in insurance. Had the following children: late Mary; Alice M .; Thomas R., veteran U. S. Army in Europe; Albert A., veteran U. S. Army in Pacific; Richard T. Jr., veteran U. S. Army in Pacific; Charles J .; and Joseph T., veteran U. S. Army in Europe. At- torney Artesani's grandfather was born near Genoa, Italy, came to U. S. in 1870, was among the pioneer Italian American settlers of Cambridge. Res .: 37 Coolidge Rd., Allston.


ASCI, GAETANO-City of Boston employee. Born Ortona dei Marsi, Aquila, Italy, Dec. 28, 1892. Son of Antonio Asci and Augilla Del Frate. Attended public school in Italy. Came to U. S. in 1906. Worked for New York City Water Dept. for ten years. In the service city of Boston since 1921. Veteran of U. S. Army in France World War I. Married Dionira Leopaldi of his native town in 1922. One son Edmund, graduate of East Boston High and Northeastern University School of Accounting, is in U. S. Navy Medical corps. Mr. Asci is member American Legion; Finance Sec. Order Sons of Italy since 1927. Is among the charter member of Italian American World War Veterans of East Boston, where he has been finan- cial secretary since 1939. It was through his efforts that the present new building now stands free of debt, and it's the first one of its kind in the U. S. Active in civic affairs. Has a brother Berardino in Italy. Res .: 110 Princeton St., East Boston.


ASPERO, JOSEPH, A .- Lawyer. Born Worcester, June 30, 1915. Son of Francesco Aspero and Maria Silvestra. Graduated: North High; Holy Cross College in 1937, Ph. B., Boston University School of Law in 1940, L. L. B. In general practice in Worcester since 1941. Member: Worcester City Council, '42, '43, '44, '45, and served on ordinance, resolution and fire committees. State Representative 1945-46. First American of Italian descent in Worcester to hold said offices being highest political office in Ward three. Married Lena Mary Maiorano of Worcester. Children: Barbara Lee and Joseph Anthony. Attorney Aspero is member of B. U. Alumni Assoc., Holy Cross College Alumni Assoc., Worcester County Bar Assoc., Phi Delta legal fraternity; Iota Nu Alpha fraternity; K. C .; I. A. Defense C'mittee; Holy Name Soc .; Colombo Lodge; I. A. Citizen's League,. Parents were born in Naples. Italy. Came to U. S. in 1902 settling in Worcester. Had the following children: Umberto, C. P. A .; Jennie; Philo- mena; Anthony, a lawyer, is in U. S. Army; Amelia, is reg. nurse, U. S. Army; Margaret; Eleanor, reg, nurse, U. S. Army; Joseph; Louise; Anna; and Paul, in U. S. Army. Office: 390 Main St. Res .: 7 Warden St., Worcester.


ASTUTO, LORENZO-Proprietor, Modern Cash Market, 161 No. War- ren Ave., Brockton. Born Tufo, Avellino, Italy, June 8, 1880. Son of


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Nicola Astuto and Carmela Ciampa. Educated in the elementary and Normal schools in Italy. Came to America in 1900 settling in Brockton. In business since 1909. Married Lauretta Cesarini Dec. 6, 1902, a native of Altavilla, Avellino, Italy. Children: Dora, married to Frank Gennaco; Lena, married to Alphonse Gennaco; Lawrence, is factory supt .; Margaret, attended Smith College, is married to Gilbert Noonen; Jennie, is married to L. Rosenquist; James, was the only student in the history of Brockton High School to serve for two years as captain of football team; Ida, is married to Raymond Manning. All of whom have graduated from Brock- ton High. Mr. Astuto is among the original founders of Foresters of America, which later emerged in the Order Sons of Italy and served as its president for seven years. Active in civic affairs and in the welfare of his people. Res .: 101 Wyman St., Brockton.


AVALLONE, ANTHONY-Asst. manager, Metropolitan Life Ins. Co., Lawrence. Born, Taurasi, Avellino, Italy, Oct. 10, 1895. Son of Alfonso Avallone and Clementina Barrasso. Came to America when a year old, settling in Boston. Graduated from Revere High in 1914. Took special courses at Mechanical Engineer Apprentice School with the G. E. Co. of Lynn. Later was cadet in U. S. Army Air Corps stationed at M. I. T. Connected with G. E. Co., electrical mechanical laboratory for nine years. In the service of Metropolitan Life Ins. Co. since Sept. 28, 1926; assistant manager in Lawrence since 1932. Married Rosalie Ofria of Revere, Sept. 21, 1919. Children: John C., graduate of Lawrence High School, student of M. I. T., now 2nd Lt. in U. S. Army air corps; and Rita Catherine, student. Member: American Legion; Italian World War Veterans; and the Elks. His Father came to America in 1896 settling in Boston. Had the following children: Celia, Alphonse, Evelyn, Anthony, Michael, Luisa, John and Eleanor. Res .: 7 Fulton St., Lawrence.


AVALLONE, ARMANDO-(better known as Avallon Eddie) Custom Tailor. Born Naples, Italy, Dec. 24, 1892. Son of Alfonso Avallone and Anna Palladino. Came to America in 1906 settling in Boston where he learned the art of custom tailoring. In business since 1926. Specializes in fine men's clothing. Married Rosina Fiore of Boston, Sept. 4, 1922. One daughter, Rose. Fond of baseball, boxing, fishing, travelling and music. Member: Hammatt Lodge, A. F. & A. M. of East Boston and all other masonic bodies up to 32nd degree. His father was born in Campagna Eboli, Salerno, Italy. Was a former lieutenant in the Italian Army and a knight of the Crown of Italy. Bus .: 665 Washington St., Boston.


AVALLONE, LOUIS JOHN - Physician and Internist. Born Boston, May 1, 1907. Son of Peter Avallone and Carolina Caggiano. Graduated: English High School; pre-medical at Mass. University; Middlesex Uni- versity School of Medicine, 1933, M. D. Interne at Holy Family Hospital . and St. Mary's Hospital, both of New York. Contract surgeon at Army Base in Boston; at Fort Williams, Maine, and at Ellsworth, Maine. In general practice in Somerville since 1935. On staff of Revere General Hospital and Somerville Central Hosptail. Married Lillian A. Martini of Somerville, Sept. 1935. Children: Carol Ann and Roberta Louise. Dr. Avallone is brother of the late Attorney Edmund J. Avallone of Boston, who died April 3, 1941. He is member of local, state and national medical associations. Fond of baseball, football, hockey, hunting, fishing, travelling and music. Father, born in Taurasi, Avellino, Italy came to America in 1888 settling in Boston. Address: 476 Broadway, Somerville.


AVALLONE, NUNZIANTE (Jimmy) -Proprietor, Chiampa - Avallone Barber Shop, 56 Meridian St., East Boston. Born Campagna, Salerno, Italy, Oct. 15, 1889. Son of Anthony Avallone and Concetta Bussillo. Came to America in 1907 settling in East Boston. In the barber business since 1933. Has the following four children: Anthony, in U. S. Army, private 1st class, radio, air corps; Emilio, sergeant in the Yankee Division, U. S.


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Army; Attilio, buyer at Jordan Marsh Co., and Mrs. Concetta Casale. Mr. Avallone is member of East Boston Salerno Lodge, Order Sons of Italy, where he has been past venerable, president, and mortuary fund com- missioner; financial secretary of East Boston Barber's Association; Santa Lucia Society and the Auxiliary police. Active in civic and political affairs. Res .: 86 Meridian St., East Boston.


AVELLINO, INNOCENZO-Proprietor, Shell Super Service Station, 603 Hyde Park Ave., Roslindale. Born Isola di Ponzo, Avellino, Italy, April 8, 1886. Son of Silverio Avellino and Grazia Balzano. Educated in the public schools in Italy. Came to U. S. in 1904 settling in Boston. In business since 1929 Married Luisa Balzano of his native town, August 30, 1913. Children: Silvio, graduate Boston Trade School, married to Silvia Maz- zella; Sebastian, graduate High School of Commerce and of Boston Uni- versity School of Bus. Administration, is associated with his father; Grace Alma, graduate Hyde Park High also attended comptometer School; and Gloria Lucy, graduate of Girls Trade School. Mr. Avellino is member of Esperia Lodge A. F. &. A. M. Active in civic and welfare affairs. Has the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Santella Balzano, Innocenzo, Gen- naro, Mrs. Concetta Mazzella, Mrs. Luisa Russo and Cesare. Res .: 62 Clare Ave., Roslindale.


AVENI, JAMES C .- Proprietor of Aveni Beauty Salon, 59 Temple Place, Boston. Born Tripi, Messina, Italy, Nov. 6, 1883. Son of Domenico Aveni and Maria Lavina. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1902 settling in Boston. Learned the art of beautician in Messina and New York City. In business since 1930. Formerly beauti- cian at Filene's Beauty Salon. Married Marianne Bell Steele of Cincin- nati, Ohio, Jan. 11, 1932. Mr. Aveni is fond of hunting, baseball, football, boxing, bocce and grand opera. Res .: 247 Chestnut Hill Ave., Brighton.


BACCARI, LAWRENCE A .- Manager Liggetts Drug Store of Newton. Born San Donato, Frosinone, Italy, June 15, 1906. Son of Cesidio Baccari and Giovanna Cedrone. Was brought to America in 1912 settling in New- ton. Graduated from Newton High School in 1925 and from Mass. College of Pharmacy in 1928, Ph. G. In the service of Liggetts Drug Co. since 1937. Married Marion W. O'Brien (nurse) of Woburn. One son, Lawrence J., born June 25, 1943. Member: Kappa Phi fraternity. Fond of baseball, football and hockey. A lover of travelling and music. His father, a native of San Donato, Italy, came to America in 1896 settling in Newton, city employee. Mother, a native of Rome, Italy, came to America in 1903. Res .: 104 Gardner St., Newton.


BACCELLI, FERNANDO-President, Giusti Baking Co. Inc., New Bed- ford. Born Lucca, Italy, March 11, 1890. Son of Domenico Baccelli and Rosa Giusti. Attended public school in Lucca. Came to America in 1907. Settled in New Bedford in 1909, where he worked for Giusti Baking Co. In 1916 said Co. was incorporated and he became member of the corp. Married Mina Finni of New Bedford, Jan. 15, 1916. Children: Ferdinand, a graduate of New Bedford High, is in U. S. Army air force, overseas; and John, a graduate of Bristol County Agricultural School, is in U. S. Army air force, overseas. Mr. Baccelli is member of Italian Literary and Mutual Aid Society and traveled in Italy in 1931 and in 1937. His father, an agriculturist in Lucca, Italy, had the following children: John; late Francesco; Fernando; and Mrs. Angelina Ferri. Res .: 217 James St., New Bedford.


BACCI, AMERICO-Dental technician. Born Castelnuovo Garfagnana, Lucca, Italy, Dec. 24, 1894. Son of Natale Bacci and Filomena Pieroni. Attended public schools in his native town. Came to America in 1912 settling in Fall River. Servied in U. S. Army, World War I, was awarded the Purple Heart for bravery. Dental technician since 1920. Married Theresa Pieroni of Fall River, Sept. 15, 1920. Children: John, a graduate


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of Durfee High School; Edward, also a graduate of Durfee High School, is in U. S. Army. Member: American Legion, A. E. F., former president of Progressive Club' and of Order Sons of Italy. Fond of hunting, fishing, bocce, travel and grand opera. Traveled in Italy in 1938. Has the follow- ing brothers and sisters: Angelina, Alessandro, Raffaele, Nunziata, Ottavio and Maria. Res .: 29 Hillside St., Fall River.




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