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GAROFOLI, ANNIBALE-General Contractor, Clinton. Born Castro Valva, Aquila, Italy, May 15, 1891. Son of Pietro Garofoli and Francesca Giansante. Came to U. S. in 1906 settling in Clinton. In business since 1918. Married Merina Ruberti of Clinton Oct. 11, 1915, a native of Monte- verde, Avellino, Italy. Children: Peter, a businessman and former member town board of health, married to Marie Hopfmenn; Elmo, in U. S. Navy, married to Carmela Palmaccio; Frances, graduate nurse, married to Joseph Healey; Robert, a contractor with his father; and Eva, secretary to her father; all children have attended Clinton High. Mr. Garofoli is member Order Sons of Italy. His father came to America in 1912 settling in Clinton. Had the following children: Annibale, Ernest, in barber business; Mrs. Gio- vannina Mastrodomenico; Mrs. Ida Mastrodomenico; Mrs. Elvira D'Olimpia; Emilio, electrician and John, in U. S. Navy. Res .: 262 Grove St., Clinton.
GATTI, MARY (MRS.)-Proprietor, Worcester Monumental Works, 340 Shrewsbury St., Worcester. Born Modena, Italy, April 18, 1887. Daughter of Joseph Galassini and Giacoma Vanoni. Brought to U. S. A. when a year old. Married late Gaetano Gatti, April 19, 1906, a native of San Donato val di Comino, Frosinone, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1895, established his monumental works in Worcester in 1904, and carried it on for over 30 years. Was outstanding as designer and cutter. Said business continued by his wife. They had the following children: Ora J., graduate North High and Worcester Art Museum, received her B.E. degree at Clark University, now teaching at High School of Commerce, Art Dept .; Volga, senior docket clerk at Registry of Probation since 1938, graduate of High School of Commerce and Becker College; Mentana, graduate Keene Normal School and Framing- ham Normal School, received her B.E. degree at Clark University, teaches at Thomas St. School; and Aldo W., graduate of Holy Cross College, Lt. in U. S. Navy overseas. Res .: 23 Imperial Rd., Worcester.
GATTO, CHARLES VINCENT-Assistant District Manager, Somerville District of John Hancock Ins. Co. Born Boston, Aug. 28, 1904. Son of Vin- cent Gatto and Maria Aveni. Graduated: Cambridge High and Latin School in 1922 and Northeastern University School of Law in 1926, LL.B. In gen- eral practice 1927-1935. In the service of John Hancock Insurance Co. since 1935. Favorite sports-baseball, football, hockey. Married Clara Perpoli of Boston, Feb. 21, 1933. One son-Charles Vincent Jr. Mr. Gatto's father, born in Tripi, Messina, Italy, came to America in 1898 settling in
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Boston, where he engaged in retail grocery business. Res .: 263 Highland Ave., Somerville.
GATTO, PASQUALE-Proprietor, Gatto's Market, 170 Maverick St., East Boston. Born Pago Veiano, Benevento, Italy, Nov. 29, 1876. Son of Giacchino Gatto and Filomena Gerolmo. Attended public schools in Italy and served in the Italian Army as major corporal. Came to U. S. in 1898, settling in Boston, where he has since been in the meat market business, in Boston and East Boston. Married Anna Iavazzo in 1897, a native of Averza, Italy. Children: Emma, married to Angelo DiFrummolo, who is associated in above business; Aurora, married to Frederick Langone, a captain in U. S. Army; Iolanda, is a graduate of Boston Practical Arts High school, and Louis Donato Pasquale, is associated in above business. Mr. Gratto has been a man of many activities. Founder of several organizations. Active in civic and welfare affairs. Fond of all sports. Lover of art, travel and grand opera. Res .: 190 Salem St., Boston.
GATTUSO, DOMENICK J .- Proprietor, Royal Tomato Co., 10 North Market St., Boston. Born Boston, Jan. 18, 1909. Son of Joseph Gattuso and Sarah Territo. Educated in the Boston Public and High Schools. In repacking tomato business since 1932. Married Anna Contadino of Boston, May 26, 1929. Children: Sarah and Joseph. Fond of baseball, boxing and traveling. His father was born in Castronuovo, Palermo, Italy. Came to America in 1900 settling in Boston, engaged in fruit produce for over 35 years. He had the following seven children: Margaret, Concetta, Mary, Marion, Anthony, Joseph and Domenic. Res .: 303 Lawrence Rd., Medford.
GAUDIANO, ANGELO PHILIP-Born West Quincy, April 1, 1896. Son of Philip Gaudiano and Genevieve Conforti. Educated in the Quincy public schools and attended high school. Veteran of U. S. Navy World War I. Member of Quincy Police Dept., since Feb. 9, 1921, pioneer living American of Italian descent in the city's police force. Married Anna Kirby of Quincy Sept. 8, 1930. Children: Edward Joseph, born Jan. 19, 1931 and Anne Marie, born Oct. 27, 1934. Member American Legion, Local and State Police Relief Assns. Former baseball catcher at Copeland Club of W. Quincy. Hobby playing guitar and mandolin. His father was born in Calvanico, Salerno, Italy, came to America in 1892 settling in Quincy as granite cutter. Had the following children: Mrs. Raffaela Di Bona; Mrs. Angelina Baldasini; Mrs. Maria Carloni; Angelo Philip; Michael John; Mrs. Anna Ricciuti; Mrs. Josephine Venturelli; Santino, a Veteran U. S. Army World War II; Mrs. Concetta De Rosa; Mrs. Adelina Corcoran; and Mrs. Nunziata Ward. Res .: 26 Chapman St., Wollaston.
GAVIANI, FRANK-Accordion Instructor. Born St. Louis, Miss., Feb. 2, 1908. Son of John Gaviani and Carolina Pedrosi. Studied music here and abroad. Teacher of accordion in Boston since 1929. Considered among the most outstanding accordionists. Has played in the leading theatres in the U. S. and Canada and for Victor Records. Author of numerous songs and books. Married Mary Correa of Portsmouth, N. H., Jan. 30, 1926. Chil- dren: Frank and Leatrice. Member-Accordion Assn. of America. Father, born in Santarcangelo di Romagna, Forli, Italy, came to America in 1902. In the dyeing and cleansing field in Boston since 1919. Office: 295 Hunt- ington Ave., Boston. Res .: 4 Ashland St., Dorchester.
GAVIANI, LIBERO-Manager, South Side Dye House, Inc., 173 Norfolk Ave., Roxbury. Born Boston, April 23, 1913. Son of Eugenio Gaviani and Assunta Succi. Graduated from Roxbury High and attended Suffolk Uni- versity Law School. Married Renee Bidorini of Roxbury, Nov. 2, 1937. One son Richard, born Oct. 28, 1938. Mr. Gaviani's father was born in San Arcangelo Camerano, Forli, Italy, served in the Italian Army. Came to U. S. in 1902 settling in Boston. In 1927 he with his two brothers Attilio and Oreste founded the South Side Dye House Inc., being first Italian Amer- icans to enter said business in the Bay State. Res .: 112 Westchester Rd., Jamaica Plain.
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GAY, PETER B .- Attorney at Law. Born Taunton, Mass. July 13, 1915. Son of Olimpio Gay and Ida Pacassoni. Graduated from Taunton High in 1933 with honors; attended Notre Dame University and graduated from Boston University School of Law in 1939, LL.B. In general practice in Taunton since 1939. City Councilman 1940-42. Pioneer American of Italian descent in Taunton to practice law and the first in the city government. Married Laura Garda of Taunton, Sept. 19, 1944, a graduate of Bristol County Commercial School. Attorney Gay is veteran U. S. Army World War II. Member of local and County Bar Associations; Phi Delta Phi legal fraternity; Order Sons of Italy and delegate; Italian Social Club and former member of varsity debating and speaking teams. Active in civic and po- litical affairs. His father was born in Mongardino D'Arsi Alessandria, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1910 settling in Taunton, where he worked for Glenwood Range Co. for 30 years. Had the following two children: Frank of Wash- ington, D. C. and Peter B. of this writing. Res .: 114 Linden St., Taunton.
GELARDI, MICHAEL JOSEPH-Teacher, William Howard Taft Junior High School, Brighton. Born New York City, Nov. 24, 1904. Son of An- thony Gelardi and Josephine Maniscalco. Graduated: Boston College High School, 1923; Boston College, 1928, A.B., 1930, A.M. Extension courses at Boston Teachers College and Harvard University. Has taught at Loyola High School, Baltimore, Md., and at Boston Public Schools. Teacher of latin at William Howard Taft Jr. High School since 1943. Married Marie Matteucci of Everett, Sept. 3, 1934. Children: Josephine, Carlotta, Anthony, Vincent and Marie. Member: Junior High School Economic Assn., Economic Teachers Assn., Boston College Alumni Assn., and North End Boston College Club. His father was born in Sciacca, Agrigenti, Italy. Came to America in 1900 settling in Boston. Captain of his fishing vessel. Had eleven chil- dren, six living. Res .: 24 Lyne Rd., Brighton.
GEMELLI, THOMAS M .- Pioneer Italian American of Mass. as Assistant Chief Probation Officer in charge of Juvenile cases at Roxbury Court. Born Boston, April 4, 1905. Son of Angelo Gemelli and Bambina Milano. Edu- cation: Boston College High School in 1924; Boston College in 1928, A.B. and attended Boston College Law School. In the service of the Roxbury Court since 1930. Formerly at the Boston Juvenile Court. Married Eliza- beth Brennan (a graduate nurse) of Boston, Oct. 19, 1935. Children: Thomas, Michael and Mary. Member: University Club; chief ranger of Mass. Catholic Order of Foresters; the K. of C. Secretary of Boston College Varsity Club. Was member of his varsity football team. A lecturer, and authority in the field of Juvenile Delinquency. His father was born in Gallarata, Milano, Italy. Came to America in 1890 settling in Boston, where he engaged in general contracting business for over 40 years. Res .: 37 Rogers Park Ave., Brighton.
GENNACO, ALBERT CLEMENT-Lawyer. Born Brockton, Aug. 12, 1903. Son of Adamo Gennaco and Mariannina Di Marzo. Graduated from Brockton High School and Suffolk University Law School (1926, LL.B.). In general practice in Brockton since 1926. Member: Plymouth County Bar Assn., Brockton Italian Scholarship Club; Elks; Captain and Executive Sec- retary of Civilian Police; Grand financial state secretary of the Grand Lodge, Order Sons of Italy. Active in civic and political affairs. Fond of baseball, football, travel and music. Mother was born in Casamarciano, Naples, Italy. His father was born in Tufo, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1892, was among the Italian pioneer settlers of Brockton. Had the following children: Mrs. Rumilda Lalli, John, Fred, Lena, Albert and Henry, who is in U. S. Army overseas. Office: 196 Main St. Res .: 75 Oak- dale St., Brockton.
GENNACO, FRANK-Commissioner. Born E. Weymouth, May 12, 1894. Son of Pasquale A. Gennaco and Anna Maria Puopolo. Educated in the Brockton Public Schools. Also studied voice and has sung for 30 years in church choirs and public appearances. Has worked in the shoe industry for
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35 years. In politics since 1928. Vice chairman of Democratic city com- mittee; was appointed in 1943 on Board of Public Welfare Dept. by Mayor Downey. Appointed director of State Census for Brockton in 1944. Promi- nent in labor circles and served on General board of B. S. A. C. for three years. During World War I he served in the U. S. Navy. Member Order Sons of Italy; American Legion; "40 and 8" and Esteemed Leading Knight in the B. P. O. E. Active in civic affairs and always ready to offer his services to worthy causes. Married to Dora Astuto of Brockton Sept. 3, 1928. His father was born in Tufo, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1890. Lived in E. Weymouth, and in Brockton since 1904 as shoe worker. Had the following children: Mrs. Louise Pilla; Frank; Dante Alfred; Silvio; Michael and Joseph. Res .: 144 North Warren Ave., Brockton.
GENNELLY, ALPHONSE-Proprietor, Gennelly Shoe Service, 172 Fed- eral St., Boston. Born Montefalcione, Avellino, Italy, April 22, 1900. Son of Angelo Gennelly and Luigia Fiore. Attended public school in his native town. Came to U. S. in 1922 settling in Boston. In business since 1930. Married Carrie Martignetti of Boston, May 12, 1938. Member, Master Shoe Service Association. Fond of baseball, boxing, travel, and grand opera. His father a businessman in Italy for over 50 years, had the following chil- dren: Ferdinando, tailor; Consiglia; Anthony, served in U. S. Navy for 18 years; Annita; Karl, businessman; Amabile, school teacher in Italy; Barat- tieri; Alfredo; Alphonse; Annunziata; Emma, school teacher; and Gilda, also a school teacher. Res .: Medford.
GENOVESE, DOMENICK-Partner, Geno Inc., dealers in all kinds of electrical appliances and furniture, 172 Cambridge St., Boston. Born Barcellona, Messina, Italy, Aug. 14, 1882. Son of Joseph Genovese and Rosaria Marchese. Educated in the public schools in Italy. Came to U. S. in 1902, settling in New York. In Boston since 1908. In the above busi- ness with his two sons Joseph and Frank, since 1945. Formerly in the lathing business for 30 years. Married Antonina Calire of his native town. Children: Joseph, married to Carmela Marino and Frank William, vet- eran U. S. Navy, are both associated with their father in above business; Anthony, veteran U. S. Navy; Sarah, and Rose, married to James Branchi, are twins; Elvira and Santo, veteran U. S. Army, are also twins; and Carmela, is student. Mr. Genovese, is active in civic affairs and takes deep interest in the welfare of his community. Lover of travel, art, and music. Has a brother, Francesco, and a sister Maria living in Barcellona, Sicily, Italy. Res .: 3 Parkman St., Boston.
GENOVESE, LOUIS ARTHUR-Economist and Attorney at Law. Born Pittsfield, Jan. 28, 1915. Son of Charles Genovese and Antoinette Luongo. Graduated from Pittsfield High School in 1933; Brown University in 1937, A.B. Specialized in economics and corporations. Was member of the var- sity boxing and tennis teams and head of the International Relations Club. Graduated from Boston University School of Law in 1941, LL.B. Was editor of "Hub" and president of the Justinian Legal Society. In general practice of law and corporate law in Pittsfield since 1941. Member of local, state and national bar associations. Fond of football, boxing, tennis, travelling and music. His father, a native of Picarelli, Avellino, Italy, came to America in 1894, settling in Boston and in Pittsfield since 1903, where he has been in the banking field since 1907. Res .: 205 South St., Pittsfield.
GENOVESE, PETER J .- Lawyer. Born Pittsfield, Feb. 24, 1907. Son of Charles Genovese and Antoinette Luongo. Education: Pittsfield High School; Boston University; Boston University School of Law (1930, LL.B.), Master of Laws in 1931. In general practice in Pittsfield since 1930. Mar- ried Fay Goldner, Feb. 7, 1930. Children: Charles, Donald, Peter, and Gerard. Member: Elks, Eagles, Dante Allighieri Society, Mass. and Berk- shire Bar Associations. Active in Italian American patriotic and civic movements. Office: 28 North St. Res .: 71 Bartlett Ave., Pittsfield.
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GENTILE, ANTONIO-Instructor of Music and ROTC Band Master at Gloucester High School. Born Palermo, Italy, June 13, 1892. Educated in Ospizio di Beneficenza of Palermo for 11 years, where he also studied music. Came to America in 1910 settling in Boston. Has played in the First Citi- zens' Band of Palermo and military bands in Boston and vicinity. Served in U. S. Army World War I as first class musician for 18 months. Band master since 1920. Teacher of music in Gloucester High School since 1937. Conductor of ROTC band which is considered one of the finest in the state. Married Albina De Marco of Gloucester, July 13, 1919. Children: Provi- dencia, a WAVE; Anthony, in U. S. Army; Carmin, in U. S. Army; Rosario, in U. S. Navy; and Elvira; all children have graduated from Gloucester High School; and Frank, student. Member: American Federation of Musicians, Mass. Teachers Association, American Legion and St. Peter's Club. Res .: 16 Hampden St., Gloucester.
GENTILE, MARY KATHERIN-Teacher, Keith Elementary School of Brockton. Born Bridgewater, May 3, 1910. Daughter of Frank Gentile and Catherine Cosgrove. Graduated from Brockton High in 1928 and Hyannis Teachers College in 1930. Special courses at Lasell Junior College and Boston University. Teacher at Brockton Public Schools since 1933. For- merly teacher at Abington for three years. Member: national, county, and local Teachers Associations; 20th Century Catholic Club; Business and Pro- fessional Women's Club; Italian Scholarship Club; in and about music edu- cators club of Boston. Her father was born Crecchio, Chieti, Italy. Came to U. S. settled in Brockton, where he has been in charge of tailoring de- partment Remick Co. of Quincy since 1934. Had the following children: Mary K., Thomas, student of Suffolk University Law School, is in U. S. Army; Frank Jr., investigator at Fore River Ship Yard; Margaret, is mar- ried to Leo Gladne; and Vincent, student of Boston University, is in U. S. Army. Res .: 11 Moreland St., Brockton.
GENTILE, MATTHEW-Proprietor, Gentile Bakery, 12 Lyon St., Worces- ter. Born Madinato, Foggia, Italy, Feb. 16, 1883. Son of Michele Gentile and Vincenza Clemente. Came to America in 1905 settling in Worcester. In the baking business since 1912. Married the late Mariangela Di Pasquale of Somerville, Oct. 1, 1914. Children: Vincenza, married to Ralph Pusateri; Frances, married to Charles Gerardi; Antoinette, married to Salvatore Di Roberto; Michael, in U. S. Army overseas; Annie; Louis, in U. S. Navy; Mary; and Marion. Mr. Gentile is member of Order Sons of Italy. Fond of gardening, bocce, travelling and music. Has a brother Luigi in Worcester and a sister Francesca in Italy. Res .: 12 Lyon St., Worcester.
GENTILE, VINCENT JOSEPH-General Manager of C. Pappas Co. Inc., Springfield. Born Westfield, Feb. 15, 1909. Son of Alfonso Gentile and Rosa Spagna. Graduated from High School of Commerce of Springfield. Attended Northeastern University School of Commerce and Finance. Grad- uated from Northeastern School of Law in 1930 LL.B. In service of . C. Pappas Co., Inc. since 1931. Married Jannette Thebert of Fort Covington, N. Y. (a registered nurse), Nov. 25, 1939. Children: Vincent J. Jr., Rose Judy. Member: Epsilon Phi Sigma Fraternity. Fond of baseball, golf, travelling. and music. Father, born in Atena, Salerno, Italy. Came to America in 1897 settling in Westfield and in Springfield since 1902 where he engaged in retail groceries for over 30 years. Res .: 173 Abbott St., Spring- field.
GEORGE, ANTHONY CHARLES-President and Treasurer of the At- lantic Lobster House Inc., 42 Warren Ave., Charlestown. Born Boston, May 28, 1908: Son of Nicholas George and Mary Smith. Educated in the Boston Elementary and High Schools. In business since 1934. The Atlantic Lob- ster Co. is the wholesale lobster end of the business, being among the most outstanding of its kind in the country, having a capacity of 100,000 lbs. of live lobsters. The Lobster House, the restaurant seats 250 and the cocktail lounge seats 100. Known from coast to coast as one of the finest eating
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places in America. Married Dorothy Ryan of Somerville, Jan. 5, 1936. Children: Alice, Marie and Anthony Charles Jr. His father was born in Melito, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1901 settling in Boston. For- merly a contractor, now in the service of the Lobster House. Mr. George is now in the U. S. Army. His brother, Michael, has taken the business over for the duration.
GERANTE, SEBASTIANO-Contractor stone mason, brick and cement work of all kinds, 44 Beekman St., Fitchburg. Born Salemi, Trapani, Italy, Dec. 19, 1885. Son of Vito Gerante and Teresa Costa. Educated in public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1912. Lived in Boston for five years. In business in Fitchburg since 1917. Married Antonetta Torrito of Salemi, Trapani, Italy, April 3, 1921. Children: Jennie, graduate of St. Bernard High School, married to Camille La Blanc; Theresa, graduate of Fitchburg High School, married to Carlo Liberatore; Vito, graduate of Fitchburg High School, in U. S. Army Air Force; Pauline, graduate of Fitchburg High School, in defense work; Virginia, and Anna-students. Member: Order Sons of Italy in America; Salemitana Society; St. Anthony of Padua Society; Italian American Citizens' Club. His father came to America in 1914. Had the following children: Sebastiano of above sketch; Vincenzina (Peri) of Boston and Frank. Res .: 44 Beekman St., Fitchburg.
GERARDELL, HERBERT NICOLO-Physician and Surgeon, East Bos- ton. Born New York City, July 13, 1905. Son of Salvatore Gerardell and Bianca Marcellina. Education: Wheeler Preparatory school; St. Ray- mond Academy; College of Physicians and Surgeons of New York (1931, M.D.). Interne and resident physician at Pittsburgh City Hospital. In general practice since 1931, specializing in general surgery and internal medicine. Chief surgeon at Cambridge Relief Hospital; Brooklyn General Hospital; and Columbus Memorial Hospital, 1935-40. Married Maria Fiore of East Boston, April 4, 1942. Member: Phi Sigma Society since 1931, and charter member Geographical Society. Fond of horsebackriding, fencing, tennis, and grand opera. His father was a native of Palermo, Italy, served as Italian Consul in Algeria, France, Spain, England and New York. During World War I, he was minister of the interior Dept. of Agriculture in Italy. His mother, a native of Genoa, Italy, whose father was mayor of City of Genoa. The Gerardell family (originally called Du Gerardelli) had its origin in France of nobility, it passed to Italy in the latter part of the 17th century. Address, 356 Chelsea St., East Boston.
GERMANO, JOSEPH PAUL-Proprietor, Bella Vista Barber Shop, 29 Hampshire St., Lawrence. Born Solarino, Siracusa, Italy, April 10, 1909. Son of Paolo Germano and Lucia Aparo. Attended public school here and abroad. Came to America in 1920 settling in Lawrence. In the barber business since 1926. Married Jennie Spano of Wakefield, April 29, 1931, graduate of Wakefield High School. Children: Lucille, Frances, Joanna, and Pauline. Member of Greater Lawrence Barbers Assn., and president of Journeymen Barbers Union Local 235. Fond of baseball, travel and the theatre. His father, who came to America in 1920, settled in Lawrence. Had the following children: Santo; Frank; Joseph P .; Mrs. Carmela Bordo- naro; Mary; Pauline (nun of Venerini sisters) and Josephine. Res .: 9 Giuf- frida Place, Lawrence.
GERMINARIO, JOSEPH-Proprietor, La Rosa Market, 200 Crescent St., Brockton. Born Canosa, Bari, Italy Sept. 25, 1895. Son of Ruggero Ger- minario and Caterina Luciano. Attended public school in his native town. Came to America in 1913 settling in Boston. Served in the Italian Army World War I as Major Corporal, was awarded several medals for bravery. In business in Brockton since 1923. Married Maria Giannetti of Canosa, Italy, April 10, 1921. Children: Catherine, born Dec. 28, 1921, married to Angelo Croce of Brockton, who was born Dec. 31, 1920 and a graduate of Brockton High School; Jerry, born Dec. 15, 1930; Josephine, born Dec. 1, 1932; Rose Marie, born Dec. 5, 1934. Mr. Germinario is member of Artil-
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lery Society and Ward five Italian Progressive Club. Fond of travel, read- ing and music. Has two brothers Tommaso, the late Ferdinando and a sister Mrs. Maddalena Germinario, all in Italy. Res .: 200 Crescent St., Brockton.
GEROLAMO, CONSTANTINE D .- Custom Tailor-maker of distinctive clothes, 590 Essex St., Lynn. Born Rapino, Chieti, Italy, Aug. 20, 1889. Son of Antonio Gerolamo and Rosalina Martino. Educated in the elementary and high schools of Rapino and learned the trade of custom tailoring in Rome. Came to U. S. in 1907 settling in Lynn. In business since 1920, leading Italian American custom tailor in the city. Married Maria Angelini of Lynn, Feb. 23, 1910. Children: Wilson W., graduate Classical High, was four years in U. S. Navy, is a master electrician; Walter J., graduate Eng- lish High, and Boston University School of Bus. Adm. majoring in account- ing, is with General Electric; Anthony J., graduate Classical High is asso- ciated with his father; and Evelyn H., graduate Classical High, is secretary to her father. Member of Eagles; treas. of Bees Club; first pres. of Italian Civic Assn .; former Venerable, Order Sons of Italy; organizer and pres. of Lynn Tailors Union. His father, who came to U. S. A. in 1898, lived in New York and Lynn. Had the following children: Constantine D., Silvio -head marshal in the supreme Military Tribunal of Rome, Italy; and a sister Marietta. Res .: 53 Whiting St., Lynn.
GESAMONDO, ANTHONY-Partner, Great Northern Farm Equipment Co., and Mfg. of small boats, 144 Broadway, Revere. Born East Boston, Sept. 4, 1919. Son of Salvatore Gesamondo and Agrippina Scire. Grad- uated from East Boston High in 1936. In above business with his brother Joseph, since 1944. Specializing in sheet metal work of all kinds. Married Dorothea Mcclellan of Chelsea, July 4, 1944, a graduate (reg. nurse) from Chelsea Memorial Hospital. One daughter, Anita Marie, born June 5, 1945. Member: Chamber of Commerce. Was for many years musician and played trumpet in his brother Joseph's orchestra. Fond of all sports. Hobby, boating and writing poetry. His father was born in Mineo, Catania, Italy, came to U. S. in 1910, settling in Boston, in construction work. Has two children: Joseph, and Anthony. Res .: 121 Resevoir Ave., Revere.
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