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BACIGALUPO, JAMES JOSEPH-Attorney and Counsellor at Law. Born Boston, May 16, 1884. Son of Francesco and Madeline Bacigalupo. Graduated: English High and Boston University School of Law, 1908, L.L. B. In general practice in Boston since 1909. Trustee of Children Institute, City of Boston, 1912-18; served Mass. Legislature 1913-14; Asst. Attorney General, 1914-16 and 1935-40. First American of Italian Descent in the state to hold said offices. Past Grand Knight Ausonia Council, K. C. Active in civic and political affairs. Married Mary Biggi of Boston in 1915. One son, James F., a student of Boston College and of Harvard, now serving in U. S. Navy, overseas. Mrs. Bacigalupo is member of Demo- cratic State C'mittee. Was delegate at large in 1932 at National conven- tion in Chicago; Delegate to state convention in 1933 and district delegate to National convention in Philadelphia in 1936. Mr. Bacigalupo's father was born in Cicagna, Genoa, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1878, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Boston. Res .: 211 Salem St., Boston.
BACIGALUPO, JOHN-Proprietor, Johnny's Oil Co., 17 So. Main St., Bradford. Born Cicagna, Genoa, Italy, Jan. 27, 1881. Son of Joseph Baci- galupo and Rosa De Barbieri. Educated in the public school of his native town. Came to America in 1902 settling in Haverhill. In business since 1909. Married Annie Cassola of Haverhill, July 1911. Children: Lawrence, graduate of Haverhill High School, associated with his father in oil busi- ness; Virginia, graduate of Haverhill High School, married to Arthur Clockadale; Norma, graduate of Haverhill High School, attending Emer- son College of Boston. Member of Garibaldi Club, Liberty Club' and the Elks. Fond of bocce, travel and music. Res .: 74 Chadwick, (Bradford) Haverhill.
BACIGALUPO, JOSEPH F .- Attorney at Law. Born Lawrence, Jan. 15,' 1907. Son of Joseph and Theresa Bacigalupo. Education: Lawrence High; Boston University College of Business Administration; Boston University School of Law in 1929, L.L. B., cum laude. In general practice in Law- rence since 1929. Assistant Attorney General 1941-44. Secretary to Sena- tor Leverett Saltonstall since 1944. Married Anne Donati of Everett, June 26, 1931, a former High School teacher and undergraduate editor of Law Review of Boston University. Member: bars of Commonwealth and U. S. Courts; Woolsack Legal Society; Lawrence Bar Assoc., and Essex Club. His father was born in Boston, was the first police officer of Italian ex- traction in Essex County. Grandfather was a native of Cicagna, Genoa, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1865, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Boston. Res .: 34 Coolidge St., Lawrence. -
BACIGALUPO, LEONARDO F .- O. F. M. Rector, St. Francis Seminary, Lowell, Mass. Born Boston, Jan. 6, 1905. Son of Pietro Bacigalupo and Luisa Leveroni. Education: St. Anthony's College Preparatory; Franciscan College; and St. Anthony's International College, Rome, Italy (1933 Doctor of Theology). Ordained by Bishop Bernacchia in New York City, June 15, 1930. Appointed Professor of Theology at St. Francis Seminary in 1933; Vicar in 1934; Superior in 1939; Rector in 1945. Contributor to numerous articles in the Catholic Historical Review; Third Order of St. Francis; and Franciscan Educational Bulletin. His father was born in Cicagna, Genoa, Italy, came to U. S. in 1901 settling in Boston. Had the following children: late Mrs. Adelina Repetto; Mrs. Anne Perriello; Adolph, veteran U. S. Army World War I; Mrs. Ida Caruso; Rev. Dr. Leonardo; Mrs. Emily Joyal; and the late Father Andrew, chaplain in U. S. Air Corps World War II. Address: St. Francis Seminary, Lowell, Mass.
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BACIGALUPO, STEPHEN DANTE-Senior Legal Assistant to Mass. Appellate Tax Board since 1938. Born Chelsea, Aug. 4, 1888. Son of John Bacigalupo and Madalena Foppiano. Graduated: Boston English High School, 1906 and Boston University School of Law, 1909, L. L. B. In gen- eral practice of law in Boston since 1909. Assistant attorney general, 1928-34. Married Henrietta I. Gardner of Boston, Oct. 15, 1913. Children: Barbara Letizia (Hunter); Stephen Andrew, a graduate of Boston Uni- versity School of Law; Edward (lieut. in U. S. Army Air Force) ; Edith M., a secretary; Ruth (Besarick). Member: Boston Law Society, Boston City Club, Asst. grand venerable of Sons of Italy, Past grand chancellor of K. of P., Past master of A. F. & A. M. Fond of baseball, tennis, fishing, travelling and music. Father, born in Cicagna, Genoa, Italy, came to America in 1875, settling in Boston in 1889. Office: 11 Beacon St. Res .: 132 Wellington Hill, Boston.
BADONE, ALFRED-Businessman. Born in West Boylston, Mass., May 17, 1908. Son of Carlo Badone and Catherine Rovilli. Graduated from West Springfield High School in 1926. Proprietor of Stockbridge Cafe of Springfield since 1940, and in the wholesale beverage business since 1938. Married Alice Trombley of Springfield, March 26, 1932. One son, Alfred Badone Jr., born May 1, 1933. Member: Winthrop Club. Fond of base- ball, football travelling. Hobby: saddle horses. Father, born in Bombo- ruso Turin, Italy, came to America in 1900 settling in Agawam, Mass. Had following children: Emilia, Henry, Alfred, Cecilia and Armand. Res .: 312 Page Blvd., Springfield.
BAFARO, JOHN-Proprietor, Bafaro Shoe Rebuilding Co., 7 Green St., Worcester. Born San Antonio, Texas, March 2, 1905. Son of Michael Bafaro and Marie Via. Educated in the public schools here and abroad. Lived in Italy for ten years, where he learned the trade of making shoes. In business since 1928. Married Carmela Rita Reno, Oct. 12, 1939. Children: John Jr., and Carol Mary. Mr. Bafaro is fond of baseball, football, travel- ing, fishing and art. He is also a musician and plays the clarinet. His father was born in Spezzano della Sila, Cosenza, Italy. Came to America n 1892 settling in San Antonio, Texas. Had the following children: Carlo. Anthony, Mary, Frank, Victor, John, Rose, Rita, Catherine Silvio, and stano. Res .: 89 Arthur St., Worcester.
BAGLIONE, FRANK O .- Attorney-at-Law. Born, March 7, 1909. Son of Anthony Baglione and Mary Ansaldo. Graduated: Boston English High School, 1926; Harvard College 1930, A. B., cum laude; Boston College School of Law 1934, L. L. B. In general practice in Boston since 1934. Married Frances Livoti of New York City, Sept. 6, 1936. Children: Marie Antonette, born Nov. 21, 1938, and Diana, born March 25, 1942. Fond of baseball, football and hockey. Hobby: stamp collecting. His father was born in Mazzarra Sant'Andrea, Messina, Italy. Came to America in 1895 settling in Boston, where he engaged in barber and in real estate business or over 40 years. Office: 148 State St., Boston. Res .: 303 Dudley St., Roxbury.
BAGLIONE, PHILIP-Proprietor, University Barber Shop, 309 Hunting- on Ave., Boston. Born Mazzarra Sant'Andrea, Messina, Italy, Dec. 10, 904. Son of Joseph Baglione and Maria Alosi. Educated in the public chools of his native town. Came to America in 1921 settling in Boston. Married Catherine Fazio of Boston, June 17, 1930. One son, Joseph, born Aug. 4, 1933. Mr. Baglione is member of Mazzarese Society of Boston. Fond of all sports, especially football and bocce. A lover of travelling ind grand opera. A direct descendant of an ancient family of Bologna, which later moved to Sicily. Res .: 36 Draper St., Dorchester.
BAGLIONI, DOMENICO-Proprietor, Circle Barbar Shop, 720 Hunting- on Ave., Boston. Born Mazzarra Sant'Andrea, Messina, Italy, Jan. 29, 889. Son of Antonio Baglioni and Carmela Milone. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1905 settling in
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Boston. In the barber business since 1922. Married Anna Forte of Boston, May 9, 1914. Children: Emilia, Anthony (U. S. Army), Vincenzina, a public school teacher, and Mrs. Marguerite Truax. Mr. Baglioni has travelled extensively throughout the U. S. Fond of all sports, a lover of music and literature. Res .: 754 Huntington Ave., Boston.
BAGNULO, EDMUND GILLIS-Physician and Surgeon. Born Revere, July 15, 1909. Son of Michael Bagnulo and Consolata Reppucci. Gradu- ated from Revere High School, 1926; Boston College, 1931, B.S., Tufts College Medical School, 1935 M.D. Interne at Boston City Hospital in surgery and Brockton Hospital rotating service. In general practice since 1937. Medical Chief at General Electric Co., Pittsfield, since 1937. On Surgical Staff of St. Luke's Hospital; House of Mercy Hospital and Hill- crest Hospital. Married Rosemary MacAulay of Concord, N. H., Dec. 30, 1937. Children: Edmund Gilles Jr., Rosemary, Michael and Paul Aldo. Member: American Medical Assoc., Mass. Medical Society; College of Industrial Physicians and Surgeons; the Elks; Stanley Club'; Order Sons of Italy; Dante Allighieri; Bershire Hills Country Club; vice president of Faccioli Club. His father, born in Chiusano, Avellino, Italy, came to America in 1890, settling in Revere. Had following children: Aida, Dora, Lydia, Edmund, Aldo (Colonel in U. S. Army), Walter (U. S. Coast Guard), Richard (ensign U. S. Navy). Res .: 177 Dawes Ave., Pittsfield.
BAIARDI, CAMILLO-Custodian, Agawam Administration Building. Formerly in the service of Strattmore and Southword Paper mills for 32 years. Born Avolasca, Alessandria, Italy, July 20, 1892. Son of Joseph Madalena Baiardi. Came to America in 1907 settling in Agawam. Mar- ried Teresa Dall'Occhio of Agawam, Feb. 19, 1925. Has held administra- tive place in the Columbus Club since 1920, treasurer for 16 years, now president. Also member of Figli del Lavoro. Fond of baseball, football, hockey, bocce, travelling and grand opera. Active in civic and social affairs. Has the following three sisters: Mrs. Adele Novelli, Mrs. Julia Schinelli and Mrs. Amabile Fusini. Res .: 114 High St., Agawam.
BALARDINI, ANGELO-Partner, Highland Restaurant, 108 Fenn St., Pittsfield. Born Cannan, Conn., Feb. 25, 1907. Son of Lawrence Balardini and Elizabeth Bianchi. Educated here and abroad. In restaurant business since 1936, partnership with his brother-in-law, Domenick Sandrini. Married Palmira Bormolini of Adams, Mass., Aug. 22, 1937. One son, Stefano Lorenzo, born June 27, 1938. Member of Elks, Eagles, Royal Arcanum and Fratellanza Italiana. Fond of baseball, football, bowling, travelling and music. His father was born in Postalesio, Sondrio, Italy. Came to America in 1898 settling in Canaan, Conn. Lime worker for over 20 years, and employed at Berkshire Schools of Sheffield for 18 years. Had the following children: Angelo, Elizabeth, Adelina, Ida and Caesar. Res .: 58 Holmes Rd., Pittsfield.
BALBONI, ANTHONY FELIX-Proprietor, Balboni Sign Co., 1247 Main St., Springfield. Born in Renazzo, Ferrara, Italy, July 30, 1887. Son of Carlo Balboni and Enrica Zaboli. Attended public schools in his native town. Came to America in 1898 settling in Springfield. Mr. Balboni is the pioneer American of Italian descent in Springfield to enter the field of commercial art and sign painting since 1910. Served in U. S. Army during World War I and saw service in France. Married the late Lula A. Feriter in 1922. Children: Anthony F. Jr., a graduate of High School of Com- merce, serving in U. S. Army air corps; William T., a graduate of Techni- cal High School, is Ensign in U. S. Merchant Marines; Jane, a graduate of Technical High School, and Gloria, a student. Married second time, May 10 1941, to Desolina Borrelli of West Springfield. Member of Ameri- can Legion Post 21. His father came to U. S. A. in 1892 settling in Spring- field. Had following children: Theresa, Rose, Anthony, Angelina, Louis, Margaret and Thomas. Res .: 25 St. James Ave., Springfield.
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BALBONI, DANIEL VINCENT-Proprietor, Terminal- Drug Store, 214 Waverly St., Framingham, and Whittemore Pharmacy, 10 Front St., Ash- land. Born Somerville, Sept. 15, 1900. Son of Eliseo Balboni and Adelina Montanari. Graduated from Cambridge High and Latin School in 1918 and Mass. College of Pharmacy in 1926, Ph. G., including four years of research work. In business since 1928. Married Beatrice Joan Langone of Boston, June 1, 1929, a graduate of Roxbury High. One son, Edwin Francis, born April 6, 1930. Mr. Balboni is member of Cristoforo Colombo Society; Eagles; Elks; State and National Pharmaceutical Associations. Fond of baseball, football, hockey, golf, travel and music. His father was born in Cento, Ferrarra, Italy. Came to America in 1895 settling in Somerville. Had the following children: Mrs. Mary Scatamacchia; Mrs. Dorina Lodi; Henry; Alexander; Edward, a physician in New York; Daniel Vincent; Joseph, a druggist in Plymouth; and Eleanor, Pharmacist. Res .: 42 Dennison Ave., Framingham.
BALBONI, ERNEST HENRY-Letter Carrier, New Bedford Post Office. Born Cento, Ferrara, Italy, Oct. 9, 1884. Son of Louis Balboni and Louise Gallerani. Came to America in 1888. Settled in New Bedford since 1895. Educated in the public schools. In the service of the Post Office since April 25, 1907. Pioneer American of Italian descent in the employ of New Bedford Post Office. Married Mabel Johnson of New Bedford, June 15, 1912. Children: Alice Olivia, a graduate of Holy Family High School, married to Richard J. Denesha; and Ernest Thomas, also a graduate of Holy Family High School, is in U. S. Army overseas. Member: National Association of Letter Carriers, the Eagles. Fond of baseball, travel and music. His father who came to America in 1884 was in the custom tailoring business in New Bedford for over 40 years. Had the following children: Ernest Henry; Charles Joseph, is a railway mail clerk, and the late Mary Schellenberg of New Bedford had two children, Harry and Roland, both in U. S. Army. Res .: 965 Purchase St., New Bedford.
BALBONI, GERARDO M .- Physician and Surgeon. Born Cento, Fer- rara, Italy, Nov. 28, 1879. Son of Eusebio Balboni and Erminia Monari. Came to America in 1888 settling in Boston. Education: Boston Latin School; Mass. College of Pharmacy; Harvard Medical School (1904, M. D.), On staff of Mass. General Hospital, House of Good Samaritan. Special work in pulmonary tuberculosis and one of the first to do artificial pumu- torax, using the Forlanini Method. Author of numerous articles in the Boston Medical and Surgical Journals in the treatment of tuberculosis. Member: Mass. Medical Society, American Medical Assciation, American College of Physicians, and the Harvard Club. Married Lillian Dobie of Boston in 1909. Children: Victor, a graduate of Harvard Medical School, now Capt. in U. S. Army Medical Corps; Albert E., a graduate of Dart- mouth College and of Harvard School of Business Administration, now Lieutenant in U. S. Navy; Lillian, a graduate of Smith College, is married to Charles L. Knight. Office: 20 Prince St., Boston. Res .: 78 Mt. Vernon.
BALBONI, JOSEPH-Proprietor, Balboni's Drug Store, 317 Court St., Plymouth. Born Somerville, Dec. 6, 1907. Son of Eliseo Balboni and Ade- lina Montanari. Graduated from Somerville High School in 1926 and from Mass. College of Pharmacy in 1929, Ph. G. In business in Plymouth since 1937. Formerly with his brother in the Balboni Pharmacy of Fram- ingham for five years. Married Mafalda Pincelli of Plymouth, Nov. 10, 1942, a graduate of Plymouth High. One daughter, Barbara Theresa, born July 29, 1944. Member: Mass. Pharmaceutical Assoc .; Colombo Club; and Rotary Club. In High School he was a member of football team. Licensed to practice pharmacy profession in State of New York since 1934. His father was born in Cento, Ferrara, Italy. Came to America in 1895 settling in Somerville. Had the following children: Mrs. Mary Scata- macchia; Mrs. Dorina Lodi; Henry, Alexander E., a physician in New
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York; Daniel V., Joseph; and Eleanor, a pharmacist. Res .: Rear 354 Court St., North Plymouth.
BALBONI MARGARET KATHERINE-Teacher of Pianoforte. Born Springfield, June 18, 1902. Daughter of Carlo Balboni and Enrica Zaboli. Graduated from High School of Commerce in 1920. Studied music under Harry H. Kellogg for 16 years, at Smith College for seven summers and with Gray Perry and Hans Barth of New York. Teacher of pianoforte in Springfield since 1921. Considered outstanding in her field especially teaching piano to children. She is member of Tuesday Morning Music Club and of Italian Woman's Club. Interpreter of Chopin. Has travelled in Bermuda, Cuba, and Canada. Fond of art, literature, symphonies and grand opera. Presents her piano pupils in recital yearly. Also affiliated with Sherwood Music School of Chicago, Ill. Married Frank Tesoro of Springfield, Oct. 8, 1942. Studio and Res .: 30 Forest Park Ave., Spring- field.
BALDARELLI, CAESAR-Proprietor, C. Baldarelli Market, 72 Maple St., North Agawam. Born San Costanzo, Pesaro, Italy, July 11, 1893. Son of Paolo Baldarelli and Amelia· Mezzanotte. Attended the public schools in his native town. Came to America in 1913 settling in North Agawam. In business since 1920. Married Domenica Gregorini of Fitchburg, Mass., July 28, 1917. They have two children: Libro and Henry. Member of Victor Emanuel III Society. Fond of bocce playing, hunting, travelling and grand opera. Has two brothers: Luigi and Nazzareno and two sisters: Andrea and Marietta. Res .: 72 Maple St., North Agawam.
BALDASSARO, PASQUALE-Real Estate and Insurance. Born Monte- falcione, Avellino, Italy, August 25, 1877. Son of Louis Baldassaro and Maria Sarni. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1898 settling in Boston. In East Boston since 1908. In real estate and insurance business since 1912. Married Maria Pagliuca of Boston, Feb. 1902. Children: Louis, U. S. Housing Project inspector and master plumber; Bernard, foreman in U. S. Navy Yard; Frank, a graduate of Boston University, College of Business Administration, lieut. in U. S. Army; Fred, employed at Bethlehem Steel Corp; Henry, U. S. Navy; Elena (Calfagna); Clair (De Fronzo); and Michelina (Velardi). Member of numerous societies, deeply interested in civic affairs and in every worthy cause. Office: 119 Bennington St. Res .: 1109 Saratoga St., East Boston.
BALDINI, ATTILIO-Proprietor, Baldini Market, Fayville, Mass. Born Pesaro, Italy, Dec. 15, 1895. Son of Augusto Baldini and Altavilla Vagnini. Attended public school in his native town. Came to America in 1913. Lived in Mansfield, Taunton, Providence, and Fayville. In business since 1920. Served in U. S. Army World War I. Married Gladys Clara Scarano of Taunton, Mass., Aug. 4, 1923. Children: Norma Cecilia, a graduate of Peters High School and Burdett College; Audrey Stella, also a graduate of Peters High School; Nancy Rena; Ronald Nando; and Diana Mary. Mr. Baldini is member of the American Legion and Order Sons of Italy in America. Fond of baseball, hunting, travel, and music. Has the follow- ing brothers and sisters: Frank, Adolfo, Emma, Nando, Rosina, Estella, Attilio, Ciro and Iola. Business and Res .: Worcester Turnpike Rd., Fay- ville.
BALDUZZI, FRANK J .- Designer and Letter Artist. Born Boston, Dec. 21, 1911. Son of Cairoli Balduzzi and Rachel DeSimone. Educated at East Boston High School and at School of Practical Art in Boston from which he graduated in 1932. In the field of commercial art since 1933. Has done considerable amount of work for many advertising agencies in Boston. Fond of baseball, football, music. Hobby: photography. Married Rose Forlani in 1920, whose grandfather, Guglielmo, was an officer under Garibaldi. One son, Carroll Anthony. Mr. Balduzzi's father was born in the vicinity of Rome. Came to America in early 80's settling in Boston,
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was a designer for over 35 years. Mother, a native of Sorrento. Studio: 31 Providence St., Boston. Res .: 41 Sunset Rd., West Somerville.
BALESTRACCI, EMILIO-Proprietor, West-end Laundry of New Bed- ford. Born Filattiera, Massa e Carrara, Italy, Nov. 8, 1888. Son of Battista Balestracci and Leoncini Giuditta. Attended public school in his native town and served in the Italian army as bersagliere. Came to U. S. in 1910. In the laundry business in New Bedford since 1918. Married the late Amabile Baldini in 1913. Children: Aldo, a graduate of New Bedford Vocational School, is in U. S. Army, awarded the Purple Heart and the presidential citation; and Emilia, a graduate of New Bedford High, is married to Anthony Armanetti. Married second time to his late wife's sister, Ida Baldini, Oct. 19, 1919. Children: Henry, is in U. S. Army; David, a student of New Bedford High, is in U. S. Army overseas; and Mary, attended New Bedford High and graduated from Campbells Art School. All of the boys were athletes and members of their varsity baseball, foot- ball and basketball teams. Member: Italian Literary and Mutual Aid Society, the Eagles, and New Bedford Laundry Owners' Association. See his brother Luigi's sketch. Res .: 348 North St., New Bedford.
BALESTRACCI, LUIGI-Buyer, Fruit and Vegetable Dept., New Bed- ford Public Market. Born Filattiera, Massa e Carrara, Italy, Oct. 15, 1880. Son of Battista Balestracci and Leoncini Giuditta. Attended public school in his native town. Came to America in 1902 settling in New Bedford. In the service of the Public Market since 1915. Married Elvira Baldini of Filattiera, Italy, March 12, 1910. Children: Joseph; Louis, a graduate of New Bedford Vocational School; Davis, a graduate of New Bedford High, is in U. S. Army; Mary, a graduate of New Bedford High, is married to George Johnson; Baptist; and Anita. Member of Italian Literary and Mutual Aid Society. Fond of bocce playing, travel and music. Has the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Maria Baldini of Italy; Luigi; Emilio, in the Laundry. business in New Bedford; and Mrs. Rosa Cimoncini of Italy. Res .: 782 Kempton St., New Bedford.
BALSAMO, ANTHONY-Executive Chef, Hotel Continental, Cambridge. Born Carini, Palermo, Italy, No. 27, 1891. Son of Rosario Balsamo and Caterina Lo Piccolo. Attended the public school of his native town. Came to America in 1908 settling in Boston where he learned the art of cooking. In the service of Hotel Continental since 1935. Married Rosalie Gian- banco, April 19, 1925. Children: Catherine, Charles, Mary, Salvatore and Rosalie. Mr. Balsamo served in the American Army during World War I and saw service in France. Member of the Epicurean Club and American Legion. Fond of baseball, travelling and music. Res .: 30 Everton St., Dorchester.
BALSAMO, ANTHONY S .- Manager of Balsamo's Market, 377 Shrews- bury St., Worcester. Born Worcester, Oct. 5, 1916. Son of Salvatore and Josephine Balsamo. Graduated from Worcester Preparatory School and attended Northeastern University for three years. In business since 1928. Served in U. S. Army World War II. Honorably discharged in 1943. Mr. Balsamo has been outstanding in the field of athletics. Was captain of football team, Adams Hillsides A. A. in 1933. Member of wrestling and swimming teams at Worcester Y. M. C. A. and at Boys' Club. Member: Watchusetts Country Club golf team; American Legion; Veteran of For- eign Wars; Holy Name Society. His father was born in Naples, Italy. Came to America in 1912 settling in Worcester, where he engaged in market business, now carried on by his son, Anthony. Had the following children: Ralph, Anthony; Mrs. Ann Bonin; Mrs. Rose Latino; Mrs. Iolanda Ryan. Res .: 377 Shrewsbury St., Worcester.
BALSAMO, JOSEPH AMERICO (Prof.)-Composer, piano teacher, and pianist. Born Lawrence, Sept. 22, 1913. Son of Joseph Balsamo and Grace Petralia. Graduated from Lawrence High School in 1931. Attended New
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England Conservatory of Music. While there he studied piano under Gesus Maria Sanroma. Teacher of piano in Lawrence since 1935. Affiliated teacher and member of the Sherwood Music School extension dept., Chi- cago. Heard on own programs, station WLAW every Sunday morning since 1939. Has played in concerts throughout New England. Pianist for the Lawrence Alumni Symphony and its soloist on several occasions. Is con- sidered one of the most outstanding young Italian American pianists in the state. Member: MacDowell Club of Boston; Chadwick Club and the Lawrence Italian College Club. Fond of travel, art, reading, photography, and records collector. His father was born in Catania, Italy. Came to America in 1911 (a former band musician) settled in Lawrence. Had two sons: Mario and Joseph. Res .: 10 E. Haverhill St., Lawrence.
BALSAMO, MARIO-Teacher of Pianoforte and voice. Born Catania, Italy, Oct. 8, 1905. Son of Joseph Balsamo and Grace Petralia. Came to America in 1916 settling in Lawrence. Began study pianoforte while at- tending public schools. In 1923 he went to Naples, Italy, and continued his pianoforte studies under Giuseppe Schipa, composition under Gennaro Napoli, and esegesi Palestriniana under Giovanni Tebaldini, the teacher of Ilebando Pizzetti. In 1927 he was awarded diploma in pianoforte and in 1930 diploma in composition from the Royal Conservatory of San Pietro a Maiella in Naples. Teacher of pianoforte and voice in Lawrence since 1931. Author: Chamber music for orchestra, for chorus, and a comic opera in two acts. His compositions are regarded outstanding and have been played by the State Symphony Orchestra and Chorus in Boston; in the University of New Hampshire. His famous Requiem Mass, in memory of Marconi, for four soli, chorus, and orchestra was performed in 1940. Member of Chadwick Club and Italian College Club. Associated with Mr. Balsamo is his brother, Joseph A., whose sketch also appears in this book. Res .: 10 E. Haverhill St., Lawrence.
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