Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 59

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

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GESAMONDO, JOSEPH-Partner with his brother Anthony in Great Northern Farm Equipment Co. and Mfg. of small boats of all kinds, 144 Broadway, Revere. Born East Boston, May 20, 1915. Son of Salvatore Gesamondo and Agrippina Scire. Educated in the public schools and studied music at an early age. Later became an outstanding musician, leader of his own band, "Joe Gesamondo and his orchestra," playing in many leading hotels in Boston and vicinity. In above business with his brother Anthony since 1943. Member of Chamber of Commerce. Fond of outdoor life, boating, travel, art, and popular music. Married to Loretta Agri of Revere, July 31, 1937, a graduate of Revere High school. Children: Betty Anne, Josephine Marie and Grace Dolores. His father, a native of Mineo, Catania, Italy, came to U. S. in 1910, settling in Boston, where he engaged in construction work. Res .: 125 Resevoir Ave., Revere.

GESO, ROCCO-Interior and exterior painting and paperhanging, Jamaica Plain. Born San Nicola Baronia, Avellino, Italy, April 4, 1898. Son of Pasquale Geso and Nicolina Sciaraffa. Attended public schools in his native town. Came to U. S. in 1912 settling in Boston. In business since 1930. Married Rose Marie Tamoosh of Boston in 1938. Children: Nicolina Dolores, born May 21, 1939 and Lorraine, born Feb. 11, 1941. Member of Moose. Fond of baseball, boxing, bocce, travel, and music. His father came to U. S. in 1902 settling in Boston, in the employ of the Boston Elevated Co., and of the Bay State Railway Co. Had the following children: Rocco; William (manager 1st National Store in Boston); late Mrs. Filomena Tobin; Mrs. Mary Esposito; and Josephine. Res .: 19 Bromley Park, Jamaica Plain.

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GIAMPAPA, SANTO A .- Attorney-at-Law, 11 Beacon St., Boston. Born Boston, Oct. 11, 1913. Son of Santo Giampapa and Angelina Scelso. Graduated: English High; Boston College in 1935, Ph.B., and Boston University School of Law in 1939, L.L.B. In general practice since 1939. Veteran U. S. Army, World War II, Tunisia campaign. Was with the military government in Italy as military governor in City of Bolzano. Member: K. C., V.F. W. and various bar associations. Active in civic and political affairs. His father was born in Santa Caterina Villarmosa, Cal- tanisetta, Italy, came to U. S. in early 1900, settling in Boston. Had following children: Josephine; Santo A .; Sally; James, veteran U. S. Army, took part in invasions of Africa, Italy and France; and Angela, graduate Emmanuel College and Boston College Social Work School, is social worker. Res .: 169 Fellsway West, Medford.

GIANGRECO, ANTHONY C .- Physician and Surgeon. Born Caltani- setta, Italy, Nov. 14, 1918. Son of Charles Giangreco and Diega Riggi. In U. S. since 1922. Graduated from East Boston High; Boston College (1940, A.B.); Middlesex University Medical School (1943, M.D.). Interne at Caledonia Hospital of Brooklyn, N. Y., where he was house surgeon, and at St. Francis Hospital in Cincinnati. In general practice in East Boston since Dec. 3, 1944, specializing in gynecology and obstetrics. Mar- ried Helen Arnson of Brooklyn, N. Y., Oct. 25, 1945, a graduate nurse. Favorite sports: football, swimming, and music. Travelled in Italy in 1934. His father was a sulphur mine director in Italy. Had following children: Vincenza, Mary, Josephine, Santina and Anthony C. Office, 3 Benning- ton St. Res .: 664 Saratoga St., East Boston.

GIANTURCO, NICHOLAS D .- Physician and Surgeon, 427 Broadway, Chelsea. Born Brooklyn, N. Y., Oct. 16, 1908. Son of Nicholas Gianturco and Adelaide Paradiso. Graduated from New Utricht High School of Brooklyn and St. John's College of Brooklyn in 1930, B.S .; Middlesex Uni- versity Medical School in 1934, M.D .; Interne at Good Samaritan Hospital of Dayton, Ohio, West Moreland Hospital of Greensborough, Penn., and Rockway Memorial Hospital of Rahway, N. J. In general practice in Chelsea, Mass., since 1937. Served in U. S. Army in Europe for 16 months as Captain. Married Ann Marino of East Boston, Feb. 25, 1941, a graduate of East Boston High. Two children: Nicholas and Judith Ann. Member Kiwanis Club and Chelsea Board of Health. His father was born in Avigliano, Benevento, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1890, settling in Brooklyn, N. Y. Has two children, Dr. Nicholas D., and Angelo. Res .: 198 Orient St., East Boston.

GHILONI, ALFRED R .- Attorney at Law. Born Marlboro April 14, 1882. Son of Louis Ghiloni and Annunziata Brani. Educated here and abroad. Graduated from Northeastern University School of Law in 1913, LL.B. In general practice in Marlboro and in Boston since 1913. Also partner of Pieroni Bros. and Co. Hotel and Restaurants of Boston since 1920. Married G. Florence Johnson of Marlboro July 27, 1939, a graduate of Marlboro High and former employee of People's National Bank. Member Elks; In- corporator of the Marlboro Savings Bank; a director in the Peoples National Bank; Trustee of the Marlboro Hospital; and former member of the school committee. Active in civic affairs. His father born in Barga, Lucca, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1869, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Marlboro, where he was proprietor of Colonial Restaurant for 40 years. Had the following children: Alfred R., Joseph, Frank, Mary J., and Christopher, a U. S. Deputy Marshal in Boston. Res .: 50 Highland St., Marlboro.

GHIRARDINI, VIRGIL-President and Treasurer, G. Angelo Fruit Co. Commission merchants and brokers, South Market St., Boston. Born Boston Oct. 7, 1884. Son of Angelo Ghirardini and Mary Bacigalupo. Graduated from Boston Latin School. In business since 1900. Married Mary F. Fallon

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of Boston Nov. 27, 1906, a graduate of Mass. Normal Art School, a gifted coloratura soprano of the Boston Opera Co., and a civic leader. Children: Angelo, graduate Worcester Academy, attended M. I. T., and Boston Uni- versity, is manager car division of Angelo Fruit Co. Was member of var- sity football team and achieved the honorable. Married to Margaret Rowe, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hartley Rowe, chief engineer of the Panama Canal; John, a graduate of Worcester Academy and attended the University of Vt., is manager of Angelo Fruit Co. store, married to Dorothy McKee of Hingham. Mr. Ghirardini's father was born in Corniglio, Parma, Italy, came to U. S. in 1872, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Boston and the first to sell the first load of bananas that ever came to Boston. He began in fruit business in 1881 in a small way, today it is among the largest in the city, now carried on by his sons-William and Virgil, and by his grandsons-Angelo and John. His other children are: Giulia and Rose, who are in charge of the office. Res .: 12 Foxcraft Rd., Winchester.

GIACCHETTO, CALOGERO-Proprietor, Warren Baking Co., Inc., 32-38 Warren St., Cambridge. Born Canicatti, Girgenti, Italy, Feb. 13, 1891. Son of Salvatore Giacchetto and Carmela Monachino. Educated in the public schools of his native town, where he also learned the baking trade. Came to America in 1909 settling in Boston. Worked for the Rossi Bakery of

Chelsea for nine years. Began in the baking business in Boston. In 1920 he established his baking establishment in Cambridge which is today among the largest and most modern Italian American bakeries in the state. Also the first to introduce sliced Italian bread. Married Maria Insalaco of Boston, Aug. 24, 1913. Children: Lena (Drago); Carolina (Napoletano); Salvatore, manager of the bakery shop; Rose, manager of her father's store; Warren, a graduate of Rindge Technical School, now serving in U. S. Army; Cosmo and Clara students. Member: N. E. Master Baker's Assn .; the Colombo Assn .; The Risorgimento Society and Somerville Citizen's Club. Res .: 32 Warren St., Cambridge.

GIACOBBE, REV. PETER-Pastor, St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church, Salem St., Boston. Born in Messina, Italy. Son of Joseph Giacobbe and Concetta Cardia. Educated: here and abroad, and at Naval Academy of Palermo. Veteran Italian Navy World War I. Awarded Silver Medal for bravery. Was for number of years in the service of "La Cazzetta of Messina and Calabria" newspaper. In U. S. since 1922. Pastor of St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church since 1932. Also Instructor of Italian at Curry College of Boston. Member Faith Lodge A. F. & A. M. of Charles- town. Fond of all sports. Lover of art, travel, and music. His father a Post Office employee in Italy, lived in Arlington, had the following children: Mrs. Josephine Anno; Roy, veteran U. S. Army World War I; Mrs. Nancy Caliri; Rosario, veteran Italian Navy World War I, was killed in action; Peter; and Mrs. Antonetta O'Hanian. Res .: 30 Oakley Rd., Watertown.

GIACOBBE, JOSEPH ROSARIO-Physician. Born Everett, July 22, 1908. Son of Anthony Giacobbe and Nancy Giordano. Education: Everett High School, 1926; Mass. College of Osteopathy, 1931; Middlesex University, School of Medicine, 1938, M.D. In general practice of medicine in Everett since 1938. Member: Osteopathic Society; Order of Sons of Italy in Amer- ica; Lions Club. Fond of football and music. Hobby-stamp collecting. Married Eleanor Barisano of Everett, June 30, 1940. Father, born in Basico, Messina, Italy, came to America in 1888 settling in Everett, where he en- · gaged in real estate and in the barber business for over 40 years. Office and Res .: 50 Norwood St., Everett.

GIACOBBE, NICOLA J .- Pharmacist. Born Everett, Dec. 11, 1904. Son of Anthony Giacobbe and Nancy Giordano. Graduated: Everett High School in 1925 and Mass. College of Pharmacy in 1929, Ph.G. Partner in the Spen- cer Pharmacy of Everett since 1941. Married Lillian Giunta of Everett, Sept. 30, 1940. Children: Nancy Eunice and Josephine. Member of State Pharmaceutical Assn. and Mass. College of Pharmacy Alumni Assn. Fond

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of baseball, football, hockey, traveling and music. Father, born at Basico, Messina, Italy, came to America in 1888. Had the following three children: Nicola, pharmacist; Joseph, a physician in Everett; Rosario, a certified public accountant (in U. S. Army). Bus .: 172 School St. Res .: 41 Dean St., Everett.

GIACOBBE, PAUL-Representative of Mass. Importing Co., 80 North St., Boston. Born Messina, Italy, Sept. 17, 1888. Son of Salvatore Giacobbe and Maria Zaia. Came to America in 1904 settling in Boston. Educated in public schools here and abroad. In the service of Mass. Importing Co. since 1924. Married Jennie Lombardo of Boston, Dec. 27, 1908. Children: Salva- tore, Mary, Lillian and Charles, who is serving in U. S. Army. Mr. Giacobbe is member of B. P. O. E. Is a former boxing manager and an amateur runner. Fond of baseball, bowling, golf, travelling and music. Res .: 172 Willis Ave., Medford.

GIACOMELLI, JOSEPH BRUNO-Proprietor of Ludlow Bicycle Shop. Born Massa e Cozzile, Montecatini, Lucca, Italy, Nov. 10, 1893. Son of Roberto Giacomelli and Malfisa Laurini. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1913 settling in Ludlow, Mass. In business since 1941. Formerly in the employ of Ludlow Mfg. and Sale Co. since 1914. Married Margaret Gallinotti of Springfield, Sept. 3, 1932. One daughter, Janice Marie, born Oct. 14, 1934. Member: Italian Social Club; Foreman's Club of Ludlow Mfg. & Sale Co .; Ludlow Fish and Game Club; Order Sons of Italy in America. Fond of bocce playing, hunting. Hobby- bicycle racing. Lover of travelling and music. His father came to America in 1913 settling in Ludlow. Had following children: Joseph of this sketch, Louisa, Ezio, Renato and Lena, all living in Italy. Bus .: 207 Windser St. Res .: 205 Windser St., Ludlow.

GIACOPPE, DOMENIC-Businessman. Born Bafia, Messina, Italy, Dec. 25, 1904. Son of Stefano Giacoppe and Maria Previte. Came to America in 1913 settling in Fitchburg. Educated here and abroad. In business since 1929. Married Rose Puleio of Belmont, Oct. 29, 1928 (a graduate of Boston Girls Trade School). Children: Stephen, Marie and George. Member: Italian American Citizens' Club and Rod and Gun Club. Fond of baseball, football, hunting, fishing, and travel. His father was born in Salice, Mes- sina, Italy. Came to America in 1910 settling in Fitchburg, where he began in the market business in 1914. Had the following children: Stefana, Anna, John, Domenic, Stephen, Frank and Charles. Res .: 311 Franklin Rd., Fitchburg.

GIADONE, WILLIAM-Proprietor of Giadone Furniture Store and dealer in oil, 320 Water St., Fitchburg. Born Pietraperzia, Enna, Italy, Oct. 20, 1909. Son of Salvatore Giadone and Domenica Giunta. Was brought to U. S. A. in 1912 settling in Fitchburg. Educated in the public schools and took special courses at M. I. T. In business since 1932. Married Beuna Baldarelli of Fitchburg, June 27, 1932. Children: Dorothy Domenica and Barbara Theresa. Member: Chamber of Commerce; Order Sons of Italy; Italian American Citizens' Club; Marconi Club, Elks and Eagles. Fond of baseball, golf, sailing. His father came to America in 1912 settling in Fitchburg. Had the following children: Mary, married to Charles Gitto; William; Samuel, in U. S. Army overseas; Joseph; and James, in U. S. Army overseas. Res .: 320 Water St., Fitchburg.

GIALLOMBARDO, NICHOLAS-Physician and Surgeon. Born Tusa, Messina, Italy, Sept. 28, 1897. Son of Anthony Giallombardo and Maria Antonia Perrone. Education: New York University, 1925, B.S., and Middle- sex College of Medicine, 1929, M.D. Taught during his junior year, the first year class in medicine. Also taught for some time at the School of Podiatry. Interne at Holy Family Hospital of Brooklyn, N. Y. and St. Vincent Hospital of Staten Island. In general practice in Somerville since 1932. On staff of Central, Chester, Kenmore and Doctors Hospitals. Member: Mass. and Bowman Medical Societies; Eagles; B. P. O. E .; Order of Sons of Italy;

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Beta Lambda Sigma Fraternity (honorary). Fond of baseball, football, boxing. Hobby-playing the piano and accordion. Married Jennie Gian- nuzzi of New York in 1925. Children: Nicholas, Marion and Sylvia. Office and Res .: 495 Broadway, Somerville.

GIALLONGO, ANGELO C .- Proprietor, Giallongo Department Store, 73a Newbury St., Lawrence. Born Pichino, Siracusa, Italy, Oct. 13, 1904. Son of Francesco Giallongo and Corradina Manceri. Came to America in 1908 settling in Wakefield. Educated in the public schools of Wakefield and Lawrence. In business in Lawrence since 1931. Member of Italian Amer- ican Civic Club. Fond of baseball, reading, art and music. Has traveled in Europe five times. His father came to America in 1904 settling in Wake- field, later in Lawrence. Had the following children: Anna, married to Joseph Morini of New York; Mary, married to Andrea Catantella of Italy; Charles and Angelo. Res .: 144 Garden St., Lawrence.

GIAMARCO, PHYLLIS ELLEN (MRS.)-Private Secretary, Office Town Accountant, Milford. Born Milford, Sept. 3, 1910. Daughter of Joseph Boscone and Delfina Rebecchi. Graduated from Milford High in 1928 and Framingham Business College in 1929. In the service of Town of Milford since 1937. Now with the Treasury Dept. at Washington, D. C. Married the late Attilo Louis Giamarco, a druggist in Milford, Sept. 28, 1932. One son, A. Louis, born April 24, 1933. Mrs. Giamarco is member of Daughters of Italy. Active in civic affairs. Fond of bowling, reading, travel, and music. Her parents were born in Ponte Dell'Olio, Piacenza, Italy. Came to America in the early 90's, were among the pioneer Italian settlers of Mil- ford. Had the following children: Irene, married to Cesare Comoli; Louis; Charles and Phyllis. Res .: 13 Jackson St., Milford.

GIAMMALVO, SALVATO-Proprietor Giammalvo Variety Store of New Bedford. Born Salemi, Trapani, Italy, Jan. 28, 1888. Son of Francesco Giammalvo and Giuseppa Giampino. Came to America in 1910. In busi- ness in New Bedford since 1914. Married Luigia Costa of New Bedford, Oct. 10, 1914. Children: Frank, a graduate of Kinyon, Business School, is in U. S. Army; Joseph, a graduate of New Bedford High, Providence College and of Tufts Medical School, 1945, M.D. is in U. S. Army Medical Corps; Josephine, dressmaker; Peter, graduate of New Bedford Vocational School, is in U. S. Army; Sadie, a dressmaker; James, is in U. S. Army; Salvatore and Vita (twins) are graduates of Vocational School. Mr. Giammalvo is member of Eagles. Fond of all sports. Lover of travel and music. Res .: 41 Reynolds St., New Bedford.

GIAMPOLINI, JOSEPH PETER-Pioneer Italian American salesman of Filene's Men's Clothing Dept. Born Carrara, Italy, June 6, 1888. Son of Peter Giampolini and Emilia Lattanzi. Educated in the public schools and at the Academy Art School of his native town. Came to America in 1909 settling in Proctor, Vt., where he engaged as marble carver for seven years. In Boston since 1916. In the service of Filene's since 1921. Married Alice MacNichols of Lowell, Oct. 12, 1928. Mr. Giampolini served in the U. S. Army during World War I. Was honorably discharged as corporal in 1919. Member of American Legion. His father, a native of Carrara, Italy, was a sculptor and opera critic of renown. Res .: 65 Westwood Rd., Medford.

GIANCOLA, ARMAND A .- Shoe worker. Born Marlboro Aug. 1, 1911. Son of Albert Giancola and Maria G. Metta. Educated in the public schools and attended Vocational High School. In the service of Curtis Shoe Co. since 1927. Married Clementina Virginia Colecchi Sept. 4, 1939, a former student of Fitchburg Business College, who was born in Milford March 20, 1911. Children: Marie Rose, born Feb. 3, 1941; and Carol Virginia, born Oct. 21, 1944. Mr. Giancola is member Order Sons of Italy. Fond of hunt- ing, fishing, travel and music. His father was born in Roccaraso, Aquila, Italy. Came to America in 1907 settling in Marlboro as shoe worker. Had the following children: Armand Albert; Pasquale; Dante, in U. S. Army Air Corps overseas; Romeo, also in U. S. Army Air Corps overseas. Res .: 259 Mechanic St., Marlboro.

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GIANFRANCHI, FERDINAND-Vice President, Pastene Wine and Spirits Co., Boston. Born Genoa, Italy, May 15, 1895. Educated here and abroad. Came to U. S. in 1912 settling in Boston. In the service of Pas- tene and Co. since 1929. Married Lelia Dagnino of New York June 28, 1916, a graduate of the Boston Latin School. One daughter Inez Antoinette, born March 28, 1919, graduate Wakefield High and Colby College-a former kindergarten school teacher. Mr. Gianfranchi is charter member Hesperia Lodge A. F. & A. M. of Boston, member of Golden Rule Lodge A. F. & A. M. of Wakefield and all the Masonic rites up to the 32nd degree, including the Aleppo Shrines Temple of Boston. Member of Boston Madison Square Garden Club, the Bear Hill Golf Club and numerous other organizations. Has travelled extensively in Europe, United States and Canada. Active in civic affairs. Fond of winter sports, art and music. Res .: 40 Bellevue Rd., Wakefield.

GIANFRIDDO, VINCENT J .- Night manager, Western Union main office, Worcester. Born Worcester, Oct. 6, 1922. Son of Salvatore Gian- friddo and Loretta Caradonna. Graduated from High School of Commerce in 1941 .. In the service of Western Union since 1939. Married Louise Russo of Worcester, Aug. 22, 1942 (a graduate of High School of Commerce). They have one son-Vincent John Jr., born July 4, 1943. Member: American Sicilian Society. Fond of baseball, football, swimming and classical music. His father was born in Francafonte, Siracusa, Italy. Came to America in 1909, settling in Worcester, where he has been employed at Freemont Casting Co. Had the following children: Paul F., serving in U. S. Army; Lena Rose, graduate of High School of Commerce, serving in U. S. Coast Guard as SPAR; Vincent J. of this sketch; Frank I., graduate of High School of Commerce, in U. S. Navy; and Leo, a student. Res .: 20 Reser- voir St., Worcester.

GIANGRASSO, NICHOLAS-Musician and teacher of trumpet and vio- lin, 125 Oak St., Lawrence. Born Lawrence, August 10, 1909. Son of Joseph Giangrasso and Itria Atanasia. Graduated from Lawrence High School in 1927. Studied music in the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston for four years and also under private teachers. Teacher of music since 1933. Has been engaged in concert, theatrical, bands, and dance work. Married Nancy Martino of Lawrence, Sept. 29, 1935. Children: Joseph Jean and Marie Lydia. Member: musicians, local No. 372 and Lawrence Alumni Symphony. His father was born in Argira, Catania, Italy. Came to Amer- ica in 1905 settling in Lawrence, where he engaged in textile work for over 30 years. Res .: 125 Oak St., Lawrence.

GIANGREGORIO, GABRIEL-Chairman, Board of Registration of Bar- bers, Boston. Born New York City, Dec. 27, 1897. Son of Carlo A. Gian- gregorio and Speranza Montella. Educated in the elementary and high schools in Italy. In Framingham since 1916. In the service of Board of Registration since 1941. Member: Town of Framingham, Finance Com- mittee since 1930; Christopher Columbus Society (president for five years) ; American Citizens' Club (president for 10 years now a treasurer); Order Sons of Italy in America; B. P. O. E .; Eagles; Italian Aid Society of Boston. Deeply interested in civic affairs. Has contributed largely in the Ameri- canization field in helping thousands of his countrymen to become useful citizens of our country. His father, born in Apice, Benevento, Italy, came to America in early 80's. Was in business in New York over 40 years. Res .: 102 Cedar St., Framingham.

GIANNANGELO, VENANZIO-Proprietor of Giannangelo General Gro- cery Store, 1505 Hyde Park Ave., Hyde Park. Born Pentima, Aquila, Italy, April 22, 1888. Son of Luigi Giannangelo and Clementina Spadafora. Came to America in 1904 settled in Hyde Park, where he worked as gardener for 12 years for Alfred D. Foster of Milton. In business since 1912. Married Agatha Valchinsa of Watertown, Oct. 12, 1912. Children: Luigi, Joseph, Elsie, Vincent, Domenic, Leo, Clema, Eleanor, Silvia, Grace. Member: Order

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Sons of Italy in America; Italian American Citizen's Club. Fond of bocce playing and won N. E. championship in 1939. His father came to America in 1900 settling in Boston. Had six children living, who were born in Italy. Res .: 1505 Hyde Park Ave., Hyde Park.

GIANNELLI, WILLIAM-Partner, La Bella Vista Restaurant, 44 Church St., Cambridge. Born Borgo a Mozzano, Lucca, Italy, March 3, 1892. Son of Charles Giannelli and Cristina Morini. In U. S. since 1905. Lived in San Francisco and in Somerville. Partner with Dante Pirani in La Bella Vista Restaurant since 1938. Considered the finest eating place in Cam- bridge. Mr. Giannelli married Jennie Brandusi of Somerville April 7, 1912. Member of Mass. Restaurant Assn. and the Italian Mutual Aid Soc. Fond of baseball, football and golf. His father came to U. S. in 1903. Settled in Boston in 1906. Had the following children: William; Richard, a veteran of World War I; Rina is in Italy; and Giorgio is veteran of World War I. Res .: 18 Atherton St., Somerville.

GIANNETTI, ANTHONY-Proprietor of Giannetti Bros., Florist, 152 Chelsea St., East Boston. Born Boston, April 10, 1912. Son of Frank Giannetti and Giovanna Giovannelli. Graduated from Brighton High School in 1925. Served in U. S. Army 1927-34 as sergeant. In the flower business since 1935. Married Florence Luciano of East Boston, Nov. 4, 1936. Chil- dren: Joan and Theresa. Member: Order Sons of Italy; the K. of C .; and Community Club of East Boston. Fond of baseball. Promoter of a Gian- netti ball club under his own name. Former boxer. His father, born in Bisaccia, Avellino, Italy, came to America in 1896, settling in East Boston. With N. Y., N. H. & H. R. R. for over 40 years. Address: 152 Chelsea St., . East Boston.

GIANNETTI, ANTONIO-Tonsorialist. Born Lacedonia, Avellino, Italy, July 9, 1902. Son of Nicola Giannetti and Michelina Infascelli. Educated in public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1919 settling in Springfield. In business since 1928. Proprietor of Tony's Barber Shop of 1048 Main St., and State Barber Shop of 1200 Main St., both of Springfield. Mr. Giannetti's shops are up to the minute, being the only ones in New England featuring waiting room service, lounge, radio, leather chairs, library of fine books, including an encyclopaedia and smoking room. Married Jose- phine Elizabeth Di Santi, June 19, 1930. Children: Geraldine and Anthony Jr. Member and former secretary and treasurer of Master Barbers Assn. of America; honorary fencing viewer and a frequent volunteer of his barber service at Brightside Orphanage. Fond of travelling, golf and music. Res .: 59 Dearborn St., Springfield.

GIANNETTI, ETTORE-Born Granaiola, Bagni di Lucca, Italy, March 27, 1897. Son of Felice Giannetti and Elvira Pierotti. Educated here and abroad. Came to America in 1912 settling in Springfield. In the service of city of Springfield as motor equipment operator. Formerly in grocery and confectionery business for 17 years and in plaster of paris statuary industry for seven years. Married Assunta Funai of Barga, Lucca, Italy, July 23, 1917. One son, Felix Peter, a graduate of High School of Com- merce, and Civil Service and Commercial School, now in the service of U. S. Army, is also a musician. Member: American Legion and V. F. W. Fond of boxing, hunting, travel and grand opera. His father came to U. S. in 1890. Was in statuary business for 40 years. Travelled extensively here and abroad. Had the following children: Julian, Salvatore, Ettore and Lorenzo. Res .: 680 Crew St., Springfield.

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Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 59

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