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FUSARO, NICHOLAS-Attorney-at-Law. Born Worcester, April 19, 1898. Son of Carmine Fusaro and Mariagrazia Mammone. Education: Eng- lish High School and Northeastern University School of Law. In general practice in Worcester since 1923. Married Dorothy G. Coonan of Worcester, June 28, 1927. Member: Elks, K. C., Incorporator of the Bay State Savings
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Bank since 1934, former director of Equity Cooperative Bank and past member of Mass. Industrial Accident Board. Active in civic affairs. Fond of baseball, football, golf, travelling and music. Office: 390 Main St. Res .: 4 Dean St., Worcester.
FUSARO, NUNZIATO-Lawyer. Born Worcester, Feb. 15, 1895. Son of Carmine Fusaro and Mariagrazia Mammone. Graduated from English High School in 1913. Attended Holy Cross College. Graduated from Boston Uni- versity School of Law in 1917, LL.B. In general practice since 1917. Served in U. S. Army World War I. Married Esther Gentilesco of Worcester, Oct. 22. 1923. Member: American Legion, Italian American World War Veterans, K. C., Elks, Order Sons of Italy. Has travelled extensively in U. S., Canada, and Europe. Hobby-golf. His father was born in Acri, Cosenza, Italy. Came to America in 1884. Was among the early Italian settlers of Worces- ter, where he engaged in the grocery business. Was a prominent civic leader, organizer and charter member of Beato Angelo di Acri Society and charter member of Savoy Society. Had following children: Ralph, Nunziato, Mary, Nicholas, Joseph and Domenick. Office: 390 Main St. Res .: 38 Insti- tute Rd., Worcester.
FUSCO, AMERICO J .- Lawyer. Born Lawrence, March 20, 1913. Son of Antonio Fusco and Anna Perrotta. Graduated from Lawrence High School and Suffolk University Law School in 1937, LL.B. In general prac- tice in Lawrence since 1937. Special courses at Harvard University and Mass. State Teachers College. Married Viola Corradino of Lawrence, Sept. 3, 1944, graduate of Lawrence High School, Senior Clerk in the Superior Court clerk's office of Essex County and president of Young Women's Re- publican Club. Member of state and local bar associations; Elks; American Legion; Disabled Veterans of World War II; Italian American Toilers Asso- ciation; orator in local order Sons of Italy; advisory draft board; affiliated with chief attorney's office U. S. Veterans Administration. Former general chairman of salvage program. Taught adult education in Lawrence public schools. His father was born in Roccamonfine, Naples, Italy. Came to America in 1904 settling in Lawrence. Had following children: Mrs. Rose Zannini; John, in U. S. Army; Frederick; Mrs. Angelina Di Mauro; An- toinette; Mrs. Ida De Felice and Gloria. Res .: 2 Custer St., Lawrence.
GABOS, REV. HENRY-Pastor of Our Lady Mt. Carmel Church, Pitts- field. Born Verona, Italy, Oct. 31, 1881. Son of Carlo Gabos and Ursula Taddei. Educated at Collegio Bertoni of Stimatini Fathers and Diocesan Seminary of Verona. Was ordained in Stimatini's Fathers Church of Verona, Italy, by Right Rev. Conforti, bishop of Parma. Assistant pastor at Basilica Santa Croce of Milan, six years. In America since 1926. Pastor of Mt. Carmel Church of Pittsfield since 1940. Formerly assistant pastor in Pittsfield and in Agawam. Rectory: 358 Fenn St., Pittsfield, Mass.
GAETA, FRANK-Electrician, 620 Mystic Ave., Somerville. Born Frino, Avellino, Italy, Oct. 21, 1901. Son of Aniello Gaeta and Agnese Giella. Educated in the technical and industrial schools of Avellino, Italy, special- izing in mechanical and electrical engineering. Served in the Italian army. Came to U. S. in 1922. In business since 1935. Married Raffie Penta of Boston Nov. 7, 1929, graduate of Girls High. Children: Norma, Neil, Frances, and Richard. Fond of outdoor sports, travel, and music. His father, a landowner in Italy, had the following children: Domenico, married to Carolina Palumbo; Frank; Sebastiano, married to Concetta Di Fronzo; Paolo, veteran Italian Army World War II; Mrs. Grazia Barone; Mrs. Rosa Iacuzio; and Libia. His mother's father Domenico, was professor of Phi- losophy at University of Naples and fought for Italian independence. Res .: 79 Sagamore Ave., W. Medford.
GAETANI, ARTHUR L .- Physician and Surgeon. Born Boston, June 2, 1895. Son of Leonardo Gaetani and Concetta Maria Aieta. Graduated: Boston Latin School; and Tufts College Medical School 1916, M.D., cum laude. Interne at Newton Hospital. Served in U. S. Navy Lt. (sg) World
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War I, transport duty in the medical corps. In general practice in Milton since 1920. On staff-Faulkner Hospital; Forest Hills Hospital; St. Mar- garet Hospital; Harley Hospital; and Milton Hospital. Married Evelyn O. Mark of Roslindale June 20, 1923, graduate Roslindale High and Burdett College. Children: Gloria June, graduate Milton High, attending Mass. School of Art; Arthur L. Jr., graduate Milton High, attending M.I.T., Elaine and Evelyn are students. Member: county, state and national medical assns .; A. F. & A. M. Macedonia Lodge of Milton; Dorchester Royal Arch Chapter; St. Omer Commandery Knights of Templar; and the Aleppo Shrine Temple of Boston. Holder of private pilot aeronautics license since 1938 and studied piano at New England Conservatory. His father was born in Cassano, Calabria, Italy. Came to U. S. in the early 80's settling in Boston. (See his brother Salvatore's sketch.) Res .: 83 Blue Hills Parkway, Milton.
GAETANI, SALVATORE A .- Superintendent, Boston Maid Dress Mfg., of Waltham. Born Dorchester, May 3, 1902. Son of Leonardo Gaetani and Concetta Maria Aieta. Graduated from English High School. Enrolled in the U. S. Navy when 15 years old and served in World War I. In the dress industry since 1918. Supt., since 1932, of the Boston Maid Dress Mfg., employing over 400 people. Married Mary Marco of Dorchester, April 21, 1924, a graduate of St. Patrick's High School of Roxbury and of Bryant and Stratton Commercial School. Children: Gloria Marie, a graduate of Dor- chester High and of Hickox Secretarial School is sec'ty at Carbide and Carbon Chemical Corp., and Andre Jean, a student. Mr. Gaetani is fond of golf, boating, travel and music. His father was born in Cassano, Cala- bria, Italy. Came to U. S. in the early 80's settling in Boston as manager of one of A. Shuman & Co., men's clothing mfgr. Had the following chil- dren: Arthur L., a physician in Milton, married to Evelyn Mark; Theresa, married to Francis Gori; Louis J., Commander in U. S. Navy, a former supervisor in State Dept. of Education and instructor at Quincy Trade School, married to Florence Ammelin; and Salvatore A. Res .: 57 Cliff Rd., Milton.
GAGLIARDI, DAVID-Insurance Agent. Born Boston, June 24, 1913. Son of John Gagliardi and Rose Ruggiero. Graduated, Everett High School and attended Fordham University. In the service of Metropolitan Life Ins. Co., Everett branch since 1945. Married Lillian Bertocchi of Everett, July 25, 1937, a graduate of Everett High School. Children: Janice and Judith. Member Holy Name Society. Fond of football, base- ball, and hockey. Active in civic affairs. His father was born in San Nicolo, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1905, settling in Boston. Had following children: David; Palma, married to George Furno; Frank; Mrs. Gemma Carabbis, Mrs. Esther Carazzullo, and Dante. Res: 182 Buckman St., Everett.
GAGLIARDI, ESTHER LOUISE-Teacher pre-primary dept., in the Mil- ford High School. Born Milford, Nov. 30, 1906. Daughter of Luigi Gag- liardi and Sabatella Caffarelli. Graduated from Milford High in 1923 and Framingham State Teachers College in 1926. Teacher in Milford since 1927. Member of National and State Teachers Associations. Fond of travel, read- ing, art and music. Hobby, children's work. Her father was born in San Mario, Naples, Italy. Came to America in 1898 settling in Milford, as granite cutter. Had the following children: Rose M., a graduate of Milford High and Emerson College, married to Lieutenant William T. Murphy of Metropolitan Police Dept. in Washington, D. C. and head of the juvenile bureau; Anna, a graduate of Burdett College, is married to Daniel Louis Di Matteis; Esther Louise; George R., a physician, specialist in eye, ear, nose and throat in Framingham, Captain in U. S. Army medical corps overseas, is married to Evelyn Solari of Milford. Res .: 24 Mechanic St., Milford.
GAIERO, DOMENICO-Wholesale fruit produce and groceries, 288 Essex St., Haverhill. Born Salicetto, Cuneo, Italy, Feb. 1, 1873. Son of Bar- tolomeo and Consolina Gaiero. Educated in the public schools of his native
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town. Came to America in 1895 settling in Haverhill. In business since 1899. Married Mary Rubino of Salicetto, Italy, Jan. 23, 1902. Children: Louis P., in U. S. Army; Theodore G., associated with his father in the business; Frank E., also associated with his father in the business; Richard J., graduate of Boston College, now Technical Sergeant, U. S. Army; Romeo, educated at Boston College and Maryknoll College, is missionary in China; Victor C., Sergeant in U. S. Army; Domenic E., defense worker; and Mary A., secretary to her father, all of whom have graduated from St. James High, except Louis and Frank, who have attended this school. Member of Garibaldi Society. Has a brother Luigi living in Exeter, N. H. and a sister, Mrs. Maria Rubino in Salicetto, Italy. Res .: 27 Charles St., Haverhill.
GALA, RALPH-Tonsorialist. Born Pietra Montecorvino, Foggia, Italy, Jan. 10, 1891. Son of Andrea Gala and Giuseppina Iannitelli. Attended public schools in his native town. Came to America in 1906 settling in Milford, where he engaged in the barber business. Later became an out- standing manufacturer of cosmetics and barber supplies for 20 years, whose products were sold throughout the United States. Now proprietor of Vic- tory Barber Shop of Milford. Active in civic and political affairs. Married to Jennie Rosa Rubeo of Milford in 1915, a native of Canapa Di Giove, Aquila, Italy. They had a son-the late Andrew Gala, who was a graduate of Milford High School, died in 1944. Mr. Gala has a brother Leonardo and five sisters: Mrs. Sadie Sanchelli; Mrs. Julia Alberto; Mrs. Mary Mele; Mrs. Antoinette Sanicandro; and Mrs. Lena De Angelis. Bus .: 134 Main St. Res .: 40 Jefferson St., Milford.
GALANTE, ALFRED M .- Proprietor, Galante Market. Born Brockton, May 23, 1908. Son of Rocco Galante and Mary Di Pasqua. Graduated from Brockton High. Attended Lowell Institute of Boston and Sheldon Business School of Chicago. In business since 1938 formerly manager of Independent Chain Stores. Married Clementina Carfagna of Brockton Feb. 2, 1941, a graduate of Brockton High and of Wilfred Academy of Hair and Beauty Culture. One son Alfred M. Jr., born June 14, 1942. Member: State Guard; Order Sons of Italy; Y. M. C. A .; Brockton Catholic Chorus; D. W. Field Golf Assn .; Mass. Retail Merchants Assn .; Brockton Grocers Assn. Fond of baseball, football and former duck pin champion of Brockton. His father was born in Frigento, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1892, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Brockton. In the service of W. L. Douglas Shoe Co. for over 50 years. Had the following children: Michael, Helen, Esther, Alfred, Clara, Eugene, Anita and Edward, who is in U. S. Marines in the Pacific. Res .: 40 Leavitt St., Brockton.
GALANTE, JOHN-Insurance Agent, John Hancock Insurance Co., Wakefield. Born San Giorgio, Taranto, Italy, March 28, 1905. Son of Ralph Galante and Genevieve Cassiano. Graduated from the Technical High School of Taranto in 1920 and attended the Royal Naval School of same city. Came to America in 1921. Lived in Boston and Somerville. In Wakefield since 1940, where he has since been in the service of John Hancock Life Insurance Co. Married Rose Corso of Boston Sept. 3, 1928. Children: Genevieve, born July 13, 1929; Ralph, born Sept. 13, 1930; Lucille, born May 24, 1932; and Anna May, born May 2, 1938. Fond of boxing, hunting, wrestling, and grand opera. His late father was born in Francavilla Fontana, Taranto, Italy. Res .: 8 Bailey Rd., Somerville.
GALANTO, FRED JAMES-Proprietor, Boulevard Diner, 155 Shrewsbury St., Worcester. Born Middletown, Conn., April 22, 1895. Son of James and Victoria Galanto. Educated in the public schools. In business in Worces- ter since 1922. Married Ellen V. Johnson of Deep River, Conn., Sept. 22, 1921 (a graduate of Deep River High School). Children: Fred J., graduate of North High School, attending Worcester Polytechnical Institute; Phyllis, and Christine, students. Mr. Galanto served in American Army during World War I in France. Member of Post No. 3 American Legion. His father was born in Sulmona, Aquila, Italy. Came to America in 1888
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settling in Middletown, in the grocery business for over 40 years. Had the following children: Rose, Fred, Anna, and Mary. Res .: 7 Frank St., Worcester.
GALASSI, CAROLINA CLARA (Mrs.)-Analytical Chemist and Reg. Pharmacist. Born Springfield, April 26, 1905. Daughter of Antonio Bianchi and Clara Scolari. Graduated from Classical High School of Springfield in 1921 and from Mass. College of Pharmacy in 1925. Extension courses at Harvard and Boston University. Married Francis Leonard Galassi of Bos- ton (contractor in marble and tile), Nov. 5, 1928. Mrs. Galassi has been active in the field of pharmacy and chemistry since 1926. Member and former president of the Women's Italian Club Inc. Former president of National Pharmaceutical Sorority. Secretary of the Italian Historical So- ciety. Fond of boating, golf, traveling and music. Her father was born at Gambolo, Pavia, Italy. Came to America in 1900 settling in Springfield, where he has been road contractor. Res .: 500 Park Drive, Boston.
GALLERANI, ALFRED-Police Sergeant. Born Chelsea, Mass., Nov. 5, 1896. Son of Louis Gallerani and Cesira Tassinari. Educated in the East Boston Public Schools and attended the Boston University Police School. In the service of Boston Police Dept. since Aug. 20, 1920. Sergeant since April 6, 1937. Married Nellie Nelson of East Boston, Oct. 5, 1927. One son- Alfred Jr., born Oct. 6, 1933. Served in World War I. Member of Veterans of Foreign Wars. Fond of baseball, football, golf. Father was born in Ferrara, Bologna, Italy. Came to America in 1892 settling in Chelsea. Engaged in lithographic printing for over 40 years. Address: Boston Police Dept., Div. 4. Res .: 33 Westchester Rd., Jamaica Plain.
GALLERANI, ARTHUR ROBERT-Partner, Seaside Grill, 290 Court St., North Plymouth. Born Plymouth March 12, 1907. Son of Louis Gallerani and Mary Vergnani. Educated in the public schools. In business since 1944. Formerly in the service of Cordage Co. for 20 years. Married Ida Rovatti of Plymouth April 14, 1938. One son, Arthur R. Jr., born June 17, 1941. Member: Vespucci Club and Old Colony Mutual Relief Assn. His father was born in Dodici Morelli, Ferrara, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1903 settling in Plymouth. Employed at Fore River Ship Yard. Had the following chil- dren: Arthur Robert, Rose, Delsie, Fernanda, Norma, Luisa, William, Harold and Donald. Res .: 13 Cordage Ter., North Plymouth.
GALLERANI, ERNEST-Insurance Agent, John Hancock Insurance Co. of Milford. Born Milford May 8, 1901. Son of Joseph Gallerani. Educated in the Holliston Public Schools. In the service of John Hancock Ins. Co., since 1944. Formerly with Withermore Grain Co., of Greenfield. Married Mary Bellerini of Medway Sept. 14, 1925. Children: Dorothy Edith, born Feb. 28, 1927, graduate of Milford High; and Ernest Jr., born Jan. 17, 1929, student of Milford High. Member of Insurance Underwriters Assn. and Order of Moose. Fond of bowling, travel and music. His father was born in Argenaro, Ferrara, Italy. Came to America in 1892, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Milford. Had the following children: Louis, Catherine, Joseph, Alexander, Ernest, Edmund, Victor and Maria. Res .: 31 Leonard St., Milford.
GALLETTI, LEO WILLIAM-Proprietor Galletti's Market, 722 Liberty St., Springfield. Born West Springfield, Jan. 25, 1915. Son of Augusto Galletti and Cecilia Balboni. Graduated from Technical High School in 1931. In business since 1939. Married the late Violet C. Labznovsky of Springfield in 1939. Mr. Galletti is member of East Longmeadow Rod & Gun Club. Fond of football, basketball, fishing, swimming, travelling and music. His father was born in San Matteo di Decima, Bologna, Italy. Came to America in 1903 settling in Springfield, where he engaged as steam fitter and in auto body business for 40 years. Had the following children: Leo, Joseph, Harold (U. S. Army), Margery and Theresa. Res .: 88 Wait St., Springfield.
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GALLINARI, LOUIS A .- Investment Manager. Ass't Treas. of Boston Fund Inc. since 1939. Born Boston April 23, 1907. Son of Antonio Gallinari and Adele Rizzoli. Education: Brighton, Main High School; Long Lake Lodge; Norwich University; Mass. Institute of Technology. Married Doro- thy M. Currie of Presque Isle, Maine, Sept. 15, 1929. Children: Jacqueline Ray, born Jan. 2, 1931, and Lou-Ann, born June 29, 1933. Member: Bear Hill Golf Club and Sigma Alpha Epsilon. Sports-tennis, skating and golf. Mr. Gallinari's father was born in Groppo, Piacenza, Italy. Mother, born in Lodola, Piacenza, Italy. They came to U. S. in 1906, had the following children: Louis A .; Anselmo; Rose; and Carl. Res .: 42 Fairmount Ave., Wakefield.
GALLO, ANTHONY-Engineer at Capt. Drum Fishing Boat, built in 1875, oldest boat operating in Gloucester. Born Gloucester, July 26, 1919. Son of Samuel Gallo and Maria Frontiera. Educated in public schools. Engineer on Capt. Drum Boat since 1936. Began as fisherman at age of 12, becoming engineer at age of 14. An engineer on board of ship is an all around men and is as important as the skipper according to Mr. Gallo. Married Lorenzo Favazza of Gloucester, April 9, 1944, former student of Gloucester High School. Mr. Gallo is member of St. Peter's Club. Fond of football, swimming, travel and music. His father was born in vicinity of Girgenti, Italy. Came to America in 1902 settling in Gloucester, where he has been fisherman for over 40 years. Had the following children: Anthony, Virginia, Annie, and Carmela. Address: 33 Commercial St., Gloucester.
GALLO, CHARLES-Proprietor East Lynn Tailoring and Cleansing Co., 169 Chatham St., East Lynn. Born Montemarano, Avellino, Italy, Aug. 16, 1891. Son of Antonio Gallo and Carmela Corrado. Attended public school in his native town. Came to America in 1907. In the custom tailoring business in Lynn since 1907. Married Maria Bolino of Wallingford, Conn., Sept. 17, 1917. Children: Anthony, graduate of English High and Burdett College, with highest honor-Sigma Chi Omega honor society, now in U. S. Navy; Carmela Mary, also graduate of English High School and Burdett College, bookkeeper; Helen Mary, graduate of English School, bookkeeper; Virginia, a student. Member, Order Sons of Italy. His father came to America in 1900 settled in Swampscott. Had the following children: Orazio, a priest in Italy; Charles; Mrs. Marion Bolino. Res .: 66 Bessom St., East Lynn.
GALLO, FRANK-Construction worker and former actor. Born Monte- marano Irpino, Avellino, Italy, Aug. 1, 1884. Son of Gennaro Gallo and Angela Bolino. Educated here and abroad. Came to America in 1900 settling in Worcester. Was for 10 years in vaudeville and travelled through- out the U. S. playing the accordion, mandolin and guitar. . Later was in the service of Worcester Consolidated Railway Co. for 25 years. Married Or- landa De Vito of Brooklyn, N. Y. (also a native of Montemarano) Aug. 1, 1911. She is an outstanding dressmaker, designs and creates her own styles and in the service of John C. MacInnes Co. of Worcester for many years. Mr. Gallo is member of B. P. O. E., Order Sons of Italy and other organi- zations. Fond of travel, art and grand opera. Res .: 23 Prentice St., Worcester. -
GALLO, JAMES T .- Vice-president, Starr Millwork Corp., 55 North St., Fitchburg. Born Marlboro, Nov. 13, 1909. Son of Joseph Gallo and Gio- vanna Paglia. Graduated from Fitchburg High School in 1927. Attended Boston University School of Bus. Adm. and Columbia University School of Journalism. Entered service March 5, 1942. Highly commended among army officials for his development of the "Blitz Course" that he perfected while at Camp Seibert, Ala., for training individuals rather than the group. Promoted to the rank of Captain April 15, 1944, somewhere in England. His father was born in Irsina, Matera, Italy. Came to America in 1902 settling in Fitchburg, where he has been in business since 1916. Has the following children: James T .; Mary; Frank, U. S. Army; Domenico, U. S.
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Navy 1st class petty officer; Anna; and Anthony, U. S. Army medical corps. All the children graduated from Fitchburg High School. Res .: 15 Albee St., Fitchburg.
GALLO, LAWRENCE-Partner, Gallo Leather Co. Specializing in soles, remnants, last tops and top lifts, 55 North Washington St., Boston. Born Newburyport, Mass., July 28, 1913. Son of Peter Gallo and Josephine Mar- rone. Educated in the public schools here and abroad. In business with his brother Marco, since 1944. Formerly in the baking field for 16 years. Married Angelina Silvestrino of Brockton, Oct. 20, 1935. Children: Peter, born Aug. 10, 1936 and Lawrence Jr., born May 26, 1942. Member: Salemi- tana Society. Fond of all sports. Hobby, a gifted magician. Has per- formed in numerous theatres, clubs, and gatherings. His father was born in Salemi, Trapani, came to U. S. in 1905 settling in Boston. Had the fol- lowing children: Lawrence; Lena, married to Gaspar Lucido; Marco; Mary, married Domenick Baldassarri, and Palmina. Res .: 32 Charles St., Boston.
GALLO, LEO-Manager, Gallo's Market, 560 Washington Ave., Chelsea. Born East Boston, Dec. 25, 1913. Son of Lorenzo Gallo and Domenica Saladino. Attended East Boston High School. In business since 1932. Married late Concetta Gallo of East Boston in 1935. One son, Lawrence Leonard, born June 16, 1944. Member: Chamber of Commerce, Miller's Corner Club and Loyal Order of Moose. Fond of horsebackriding, swim- ming, boating and fishing, is a former musician and plays the violin. His father was born in Salemi, Trapani, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1906, settling in Boston, later in East Boston, as shoe worker. Had following children: late Benedetta; Leo; Elizabeth; Carmelo, married to Edna Perry; and Nicholas, a graduate of Groton Academy, is student of Syracuse Univer- sity, veteran U. S. Army in the Pacific, awarded Presidential citation and three battle stars. Res: 560 Washington Ave., Chelsea.
GALLO, LOUIS PAUL-Proprietor, Gallo Plumbing and Heating Shop, 84 Shrewsbury St., Worcester, Born Astoria, Long Island, N. Y., May 20, 1896. Son of Vito and Filomena Gallo. Educated in elementary and high schools. Learned the plumbing and heating trade in Astoria. In Worcester since 1917. Served with American forces during World War I. In business since 1931. Married Julia Mary Baltimore of Bronx, N. Y., June 16, 1916. Children: Paul, graduate of North High School, associated with his father in the business; Edward, graduate of High School of Commerce, in U. S. Navy; Herbert, graduate of Classical High School, in U. S. Navy; and Florence, graduate of High School of Commerce, a graduate nurse. Mem- ber: American Legion, Italian American W. W. Veterans, K. C., Italian Country Club, and Master Plumbers Assn. His father was born in vicinity of Avellino, Italy. Came to America in the early 80's settling in Astoria, N. Y. Had following children: Anna, Elizabeth, Angelo, Peter, Rose, and Louis. Res .: 218 Beaconfield Rd., Worcester.
GALLO, MARCO-Partner, Gallo Leather. Co., 55 North Washington St., Boston. Born Salemi, Trapani, Italy, May 9, 1916. Son of Peter Gallo and Josephine Marrone. Came to U. S. in 1920 settling in Boston. Educated in the public schools. In business with his brother Lawrence since 1944. Mar- ried Phyllis Buonopane of East Boston Sept. 11, 1940. Children: Robert, born April 19, 1941; and Peter, born Oct. 18, 1942. Member: A. F. of L. Fond of football, boxing, travel, and horseback riding. Served in Mass. National Guard for three years. His father came to U. S. in 1905 settling in Boston as teamster, was a veteran of Italian Army World War I. Had the following children: Lawrence; Lena, married to Gaspar Lucido; Marco; Mary, married Domenick Baldassarri; and Palmina. Res .: 88 Prince St., Boston.
GALLO, MARY A .- Advertising Sales-Boston Herald-Traveler. Born East Boston, March 1, 1900. Daughter of Pasquale Gallo and Madeline Di Lorenzo. Educated in the East Boston public schools. In the service of the
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Herald-Traveler since 1927. Fond of all outdoor sports. A lover of music and grand opera. Active in civic and social affairs. Her father, born in Cellari, Cosenza, Italy, came to America in 1890 settling in Boston, where he engaged in general outside work for over 50 years. Her mother was born in Ceraso, Salerno, Italy. Came to America in 1883 settled in Boston. Parents of following 12 children: Bernard C. (architect); Michael A .; Mary A .; Theresa (Di Blasio); John J., civil engineer; Madeline R .; Rose L .; Elizabeth (Guidara); Charles G .; Joseph A. (artist); Louise, social worker, and Virginia. Parents were among the pioneer Italian American settlers of East Boston. Res .: 474 Saratoga St., East Boston.
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