Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 60

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

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GIANNINI, EDWARD-Proprietor, Giannini Fruit Store (oldest fruit store in Brockton), 8 School St., Brockton. Born Boston, Aug. 26, 1898. Son of Giovanni Giannini and Anna Bertieri. Graduated from Brockton High School. In business since 1918. Served in U. S. Army World War I. Married Irene Eppes of Brockton Aug. 29, 1921, a graduate of Brockton High. One son Robert E., born Sept. 28, 1923. A graduate of Brockton High and attended Ohio Weslyan University, is Ensign in U. S. Naval Re-

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serve, received his commission at Columbia University. Mr. Giannini is member: Rotary Club, Paul Revere Lodge A. F. & A. M. (life member); Shedal Grotto; Y. M. C. A .; Order Sons of Italy; Artillery Society and G. Pascoli Society. Fond of baseball, bowling and music. His father was born in Sansepolero Arezzo, Italy. Came to America in 1895. Lived in Boston. Moved to Brockton in 1900, where he engaged in fruit and grocery business. Had the following children: late Prof. Americo, a piano teacher and veteran U. S. Navy, World War I; late Mrs. Jennie Senecal; late Mary Jane; Mrs. Mary Mariani and Mrs. Ida Fazzi both of Borgo a Bozzano, Italy. Res .: 72 Belmont Ave., Brockton.

GIANNINI, VINCENT NICOLA-Boston P. O. Postal clerk. Born Lesena, Foggia, Italy, May 9, 1920. Son of Joseph Giannini and Maria Cen- tonza. Came to U. S. in 1928 settling in Boston. Graduated from Boston Latin School in 1939 was member of the varsity football team for three years, and Capt. of the drill cadet band. Also Pres. of Boston High Schools Symphony Band. Is veteran of U. S. Navy, World War II. Member: Na- tional Guard Band and of Harris Post American Legion Band. Studied music under Prof. Fortunato Sordillo and under Prof. Carl Gardner. In the service of the Post Office since Jan. 1945. Married Edith Perna of Malden, Nov. 30, 1941, a graduate of Malden High School. One daughter-Rita, born July 13, 1943. Mr. Giannini's father came to U. S. in 1912 settling in Boston as shoe worker. Had the following children: Cosimo D., a professor in Italy; Vincent Nicola. Res .: 94 First St., Medford.

· GIANNOTTI, GIULIO-Teacher, accordionist and pianist. Born Boston, October 1, 1922. Son of Amerigo Giannotti and Rosa Del Greco. Educated at Dorchester High School and at New England Conservatory of Music. Studied the accordion since the age of 12 under Prof. Frank Gaviani, Alfred Salari and others. Considered one of the best accordionists in Boston. Member of several popular orchestras. Fond of baseball, football, traveling, skating. His father was born at Decimo, Lucca, Italy. Came to America in 1919 settling in Boston, as chef. Father served in World War I, was wounded in action, awarded La Croix de Guerre. Besides Giulio of this sketch, Mr. Giannotti has also a daughter, Virginia, who is a graduate of Burdett College and secretary to Samuel J. Tomasello Corp. of Boston. Res .: 584 Ashmont St., Dorchester.

GIANNOTTI, PETER-Agent, John Hancock Mutual Life Ins. Co. Born Boston, Feb. 13, 1904. Son of Peter Giannotti and Rose Sangenetti. Edu- cated in the Boston Public Schools. Agent since 1927. Assistant Manager for nine years (awarded many citations). Former musician and leader of his own orchestra. Married Irene D'Onofrio of Boston in 1923. Children: Eleanor (Katharine Gibbs College, and won medal for efficiency in Eng- lish) ; June, student of Belmont High School. Fond of all sports especially golf. Father was born in Barga, Lucca, Italy. Came to America in 1873 settling in Boston. Mother, a native of Boston. Res .: 13, Bright Rd., . Belmont.

GIARDINA, GEORGE-Tonsorialist, 606 Broadway, Everett. Born Santo Stefano, Messina, Italy, Nov. 22, 1898. Son of Santo Giardina and Jose- phine Sacco. Came to U. S. in 1907 settling in Boston later in Everett. Attended public school here and abroad. In business since 1923. Married Catherine Merenda of Roxbury Oct. 12, 1921. Children: Josephine, born May 3, 1923, graduate of Everett High School is in the service of Conrad's in Boston and Richard, born July 1, 1928 is also a graduate of Everett High School. Mr. Giardina's father came to U. S. in 1906 settling in Boston, in the barber business. Had the following children: Mrs. Mary Frywall; Angelina; Joseph Frank (a veteran U. S. Army Air Corps); and George. Res .: 45 Sycamore St., Everett.

GIARDINA, LOUIS-Partner of Giardina Restaurant, 687 Main St., Waltham. Born Filicudi, Messina, Italy, July 5, 1916. Son of Felix Giar- dina and Fortunata Barbato. Came to America, when three years old

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settling in Waltham, where he graduated from high school. In business since 1931. Married Rose Mary Ann Taranto of Waltham, Nov. 12, 1944, graduate of Waltham High. Mr. Giardina is veteran American Army World War II. Fond of bowling, football, and hockey. His late father came to America in 1892, was among the pioneer Italian American settlers of Wal- tham, where he began in above business in 1919. Had the following chil- dren: Mrs. Mary Bonica; Anthony, associated with his brother Louis in business, and Louis. Res .: 10 Faneuil Rd., Waltham.

GIARRUSSO, PIETRO-Owner, Giarrusso Dry Goods Store, 92 Law- rence St., Lawrence. Born Teano, Naples, Italy, July 24, 1895. Son of Alessandro Giarrusso and Marianna De Monaco. Came to U. S. in 1912 settling in Lawrence. In business since 1924. Formerly in grocery business for eight years. Married Theresa Iannuccillo Oct. 12, 1922. Children: Alex- ander, a graduate of Lawrence High and of Northeastern Univ. School of Bus. Adm., in 1945; Elena, a graduate of Lawrence High, is secretary to her father. Mr. Giarrusso is member of Union of Italy; Italian American Citizenship Club; Italian American Toilers Inc. and Teanese Union and Brotherhood Society. Fond of camping, travel and music. Res .: 6 Quincy St., Methuen.

GIARRUSSO, UMBERTO V. E .- President and Treasurer, Giarrusso Granite Inc., 28 Intervale St., Quincy. Born Roccasicura, Campobasso, Italy, March 14, 1890. Son of Giuseppe Giarrusso and Cleonice Vendittelli. Came to U. S. in 1905 settling in Quincy. In business since 1924. Spe- cializing in cemetery memorials and statuary work. Married Serafina For- tucci of Quincy Oct. 18, 1914, a native of Monte S. Biagio, Littoria, Italy. Children: Ailina C., born Oct. 25, 1915, graduate of Quincy High and at- tended Bryant and Stratton Commercial School; Claire M., born April 20, 1917, graduate of Quincy High and Wilfred Academy of Hair and Beauty Culture, is proprietor of Claire's Coiffures in Wollaston; and Dorothy I., born Aug. 29, 1921, graduate of Quincy High and attended Chandler Business School. Mr. Giarrusso is member of Quincy Granite Mfg. Assn., and Quincy Italian Dramatic Club. Active in civic affairs. His father came to U. S. in 1902 settled in Quincy. Had the following children: Salvatore; Umberto V. E .; Mrs. Filomena Cedrone; James; Mrs. Clotilda Aristide; Pasquale; Mario; and Mrs. Maria Giuliani. Res .: 103 Standish Ave., Wollaston.

GIGANTE, JOHN J .- Businessman. Born Boston, Jan. 26, 1900. Son of Vincenzo Gigante and Maria Giuseppe Farara. Educated in the Boston and Cambridge Public Schools. In the tavern business in East Cambridge since 1934. Formerly candidate for Cambridge City Council. Ex-president of Italian American Citizen's Club and member of the K. of C. Active in civic affairs and deeply interested in community welfare. His father was born in Muto Lucano, Potenza, Italy. Came to America in 1896 settling in Boston. Business: 150 Cambridge St. Res .: 55 Gore St., East Cambridge.

GIGGI, AMEDEO (MATTY)-Partner, Shea Motors, Inc., 22 Mass. Ave., Arlington Center. Born Chiusano, Avellino, Italy, June 9, 1898. Son of Angelo Giggi and Raffaela Minichini. Attended public schools in Italy. Came to U. S. in 1902, settling in Boston. With Shea Motors, Inc., since 1943. Formerly with the Arlington Packard Co., for ten years, where he was awarded first prize in the sale of new and used cars. Mr. Giggi is member of various organizations, fond of all sports. Married to Marguerite Offman of Everett. Children: Marguerite and Amedeo Jr. Mr. Giggi's father came to U. S. in the late 90's, settling in Boston, where he worked for Langone Funeral Co. Had the following children: Carmine, Concetta, and Amedeo. Res: 37 Wallace St., Somerville.

GILARDI, LOUIS PAUL-Clerk Investigator-Bureau of Americaniza- tion, Mayor's Office, Boston. Born Boston, Dec. 13, 1910. Son of Antonio Gilardi and Josephine Maniscalco. Education: Boston College High School and Farren School of Civil Service. Clerk investigator since 1943. For- merly cashier for City of Boston, Welfare Dept. Married Rose Russo of

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Boston, August 25, 1940. Children: Louis Anthony and Bernadette Philo- mena. Member of K. of C. and Crusaders Club of Boston. Fond of hockey, football and baseball. Father was born in Sciacca, Agrigenti, Italy. Came to America in 1890 settling in Boston, where he engaged in the fishing industry for over 40 years. Res .: 22 Thacher St., Boston.

GILBERTI, ANTHONY VINCENT-Supt. of Kamket Corp. of Holyoke. Born Renazzo, Ferrara, Italy, April 6, 1895. Son of Giacomo Gilberti and Blandina Gozzi. Educated in the public schools of his native town, and attended schools here. Came to America in 1912 settling in West Spring- field. In the service of Kamket Corp. since 1933. Formerly with Kibbe Bros. in the fancy box dept. for 21 years. Married Mary Montaguti of Wellesley, July 11, 1936. Charter member of Dante Club and treasurer since 1927. Fond of baseball, hockey, bocce, travelling, art and grand opera. Mr. Gilberti is active in civic and social affairs. Has two sisters-Mary, married to Adolfo Clo of West Springfield; Carolina, married to Gaetano Cocchi of Springfield, and a brother, Amedo, who died in the U. S. forces in France during World War I. Res .: 130 Elm St., West Springfield.

GILBERTO, SAMUEL R .- Beautician. Born Siculiana, Agrigenti, Italy, Feb. 3, 1892. Son of James Gilberto and Antonina Lolordo. Came to Amer- ica in 1904. Studied the art of beauty culture in Boston, New York and Paris, France. In the service of Filene's, Crystal Salon since 1924. Mar- ried Sadie Celi of Boston, April 21, 1919. Children: Anna, a graduate of Katharine Gibbs School, married to James Hodgens, and Mildred, a graduate of Jackson College in 1944. Phi Beta Kappa, social worker. Member: Italian American Aid Society. His wife is member of Italian Women's Club. Mr. Gilberto traveled throughout Italy with his family in 1938. Fond of baseball, football, basketball, traveling. A lover of music-admirer of Giuseppe Verdi. Res .: 17 Ivy Rd., Belmont.

GILIBERTO, ANTHONY-Baker. Born Sant'Angelo All'Esca, Avellino, Italy, March 10, 1903. Son of Pietro Giliberto and Filomena Vozzella. At- tended public school in his native town. Came to America in 1920 settling in Winchester. In the baking business since 1924. Married Sadie Frun- gillo of Winchester Oct. 17, 1929. Children: Peter, born Feb. 13, 1932; Phyllis, born May 24, 1933; and Carol, born Aug. 7, 1941. Member: Lincoln Society and Order Sons of Italy of Winchester. His father visited America in 1888, had the following children: Mrs. Maria Penta; Biagio, a veteran of Italian Army World War I; Mrs. Carmela Luongo; Anthony; late Gabriele, a veteran Italian Army World War I; and late Mariannina Ricci. Res .: 349 Washington St., Winchester.

GIMELLI, JOSEPH JULIUS-Director, Stenograph Secretarial School and Official Reporter for O.E.M., S.E.C., F.C.C. Born Utica, N. Y., Feb. 5, 1917. Son of Guido Gimelli and Louise Verno. Graduated from Utica Free Academy in 1935. Took home extension course in machine shorthand. Holds the world speed record in shorthand. Mr. Gimelli has been proprietor and director of the above school in Boston since 1940. He was formerly, grand jury reporter, southern district of New York, and for numerous other gov- ernment agencies. Member of the Chamber of Commerce. Father was born in Rome, Italy. Came to America in 1903. Had the following children: Anthony, a graduate of Carnegie Tech, now captain in U. S. Army Air Corps; Julius, Alfred, Raymond, Benito, Marguerite, and Joan. School: 462 Boylston St. Res .: 195 Commonwealth Ave., Boston.

GINISI, GINISIO-Instructor Thread Grinding, S. W. Card Co. Born Mansfield, March 5, 1916. Son of Ferdinando Ginisi and Elvira Picciandra. Graduated from Mansfield High School. President, Mazzini Club Inc. of 425 North Main St .; Member K. of C., Order Sons of Italy. Active in civic and political affairs. Fond of baseball, football, basketball, travel and music. Married Theresa Scarpellini of Mansfield, April 20, 1940. Mr. Ginisi's father was born in Cisano, Rome, Italy, came to U. S. in 1900, settling in Mansfield as meat cutter. Has following children: Norma,

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married to Anthony Tosti and Ginisio of this writing. Res .: 11 Liberty St., Mansfield.

GIOBBE, CYRIL-Physician and Surgeon. Born Torre del Grego, Naples, Italy, May 31, 1901. Son of Raphael Giobbe and Annunziata Muscatiello. Was brought to America in 1905 settling in Somerville. Graduated: Berke- ley High School in 1919; Boston College 1925, Ph.B .; Tufts College Medical, 1930, M.D. Interne: Somerville Hospital; Carney Hospital where he spe- cialized in surgery. Attended Chicago Post Graduate School of Surgery, specializing in rectal diseases. On staff of Carney Hospital as visiting sur- geon, being the first Italo American physician to be so appointed. On sur- gical staff of Somerville Hospital. City physician of Somerville since 1935. Married Libera Zoli of Torrington, Nov. 21, 1935. Children: Raphael, Con- stance, Nancy and Irene. Member: local, state and national medical assns .; Boston Gastroenterological Society; St. Luke's Guild; Sons of Italy; Lodge Physicians. Father, born in Naples, Italy, came to America in 1902 settling in Somerville. Office: 487 Somerville Ave. Res .: 103 Thurston St., Somer- ville.

GIOIOSA, ELENA ORIENTINA-Born East Boston, Dec. 14, 1900. Daughter of Isidoro Gioiosa and Maria Elisabetta Patete. Graduated: Everett High and Mass. College of Pharmacy in 1925, Ph.G. Considerable experience in hospital work and in drug stores as registered pharmacist. Now manager of prescription dept. in one of the leading drug stores in Mass. Has also studied at the New England Conservatory of Music, is an accomplished pianist. Fond of travel, philosophy, psychology, and art. Author of number of unpublished works. Her parents were born in Campo- basso, Italy, where they were married in 1890. Came to America in 1891, lived in Everett the greater part of their lives. They had four children. Res .: 377 Marlboro St., Boston.

GIORDANO, DOMENICK-Born Pratola Serra, Avellino, Italy, Aug. 22, 1881. Son of Carmine Giordano and Assunta Rega. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1897 settling in Boston. In the barber business since 1911. Proprietor of the Waldorf Barber Shop since 1925. Formerly proprietor of the Jordan Barber Shop of 181 Court St. for nine years and of the old Waldorf barber shop of 48 Summer St. for 18 years. Married Pasqualina Masciola of Boston, April 30, 1905. Charter member and former president of Boston Barber's Mutual Assn. Founder and former Chief Ranger of Giovanni Bovio Court, Foresters of America of Boston. Member, Ausonia Council K. of C. and other organizations. Busi- ness: 24 Kingston St., Boston. Res .: 21 Russell Rd., West Somerville.

GIORDANO, FRANK B .- Musician and singer. Born Messina, Italy, Oct. 4, 1901. Son of Vincent Giordano and Maria Carbone. Was brought to America when two years old. Educated in the Boston Public Schools. Began his musical career in 1920. Was with Keith circuit for 10 years. Later played at Brunswick Hotel for Leo Reisman and studied voice under eminent teachers. Was with Meyer Davis for seven years. Played at Holly- wood Beach Hotel for four seasons; at "Breakers" Palm Beach, Florida, for three seasons and at Greenbrier Hotel of West Virginia for six seasons. Since returning to Boston in 1942, had many public appearances, also at the Ritz Carleton. Has impersonated his friend, Jerry Colonna. Possesses a fine tenor voice. Considered among the outstanding musicians in the Bay State. Married Lena Venesi of Boston, July 4, 1925. Children: Marie Mildred and Frank Vincent. Res .: 1387 Commonwealth Ave., Allston.

GIORDANO, JOSEPH-Prop. of Boston Market Terminal Barber Shop, South Boston. Born Pratola Serra Avellino, Italy, November 19, 1904. Son of Pasquale Giordano and Marianna Freda. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1920 settling in Boston. Learned the barber's trade in Italy. In business here since 1931. Married Bettina Di Gerolamo of East Boston, Nov. 26, 1925. Children: Mary, Irene, Elvira and Pasquale. Member: Boston Italian Barber's Assn., Order Sons of Italy,

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Foresters and Columbus Government Assn. Fond of all outdoor sports, box- ing and traveling. Mr. Giordano is a former musician and plays the man- dolin and banjo. His father, who first came to America in 1900, has made several trips to Italy. Res .: 18 Liberty Ave., Medford.

GIORDANI, LOUIS-Businessman. Proprietor, Tosi Music and Sporting Goods Co. Inc., Boston. Born Varsi, Parma, Italy, Feb. 16, 1897. Son of Antonio Giordani and Margherita Zanetti. Came to America in 1909 settling in Boston. Worked for Tosi Music Co. since 1913. On owner's retiring from business Mr. Giordani took it over in 1941 and has since been the proprietor. Married Emma Goni of Somerville, Nov. 25, 1920. Children: Edward, a graduate of N. E. Aircraft School, now U. S. Navy Aviation mechanic; Robert, Ralph and Louis Jr. Served in World War I, U. S. Navy. Member of American Legion and Dante Club of Somerville. Fond of hunting, fish- ing, bocce and traveling. Father came to America in 1895 settling in Boston. Business: 263 Hanover St., Boston. Res .: 58 Craigie St., Somerville.

GIORGI, ACHILLE CLEMENT-Supt. Die and Tool Div., Worcester Molder Plastic Co. Born Redavalle, Pavia, Italy, Oct. 22, 1901. Son of Maggiorino Giorgi and Dina Maggi. Brought to America in 1906 settling in Marlboro. Graduated from Worcester Trade School in 1921. In the service of Worcester Molder Plastic Co. since 1939. Formerly with Foster Grant Co. as tool room foreman. Married Blanche Leduc of Marlboro, July 25, 1925. Children: Elaine Claire, and Robert Achille. Fond of all sports and former member of his high school football and inter-dept. basketball teams. Lover of travelling and music. Father, came to America in 1904, settled in Marlboro. Had following children: Achille; Josephine, married to Arnold Albertine; Charles, and Clement. Res .: 5 Germain St., Worcester.

GIORGI, GENNARO (Jim)-Businessman. Born Castel di Ieri, Aquila, Italy, Jan. 6, 1893. Son of Francesco Paolo Giorgi and Marianna Aluisan- toni, Educated here and abroad. Came to America in 1904 settling in Lynn. Proprietor of Nap's Tavern since 1933. Married Donatella Vernava of Lynn, June 20, 1920. Children: Vincent R., graduate of English High School, in U. S. Coast Guard; Louise E., graduate of English High, in the service of G. E. Co .; Eleanor M., student. Mr. Giorgi served in U. S. Army in France World War I. Member: American Legion; American Veteran Foreign Wars; Italian American World War Veterans; on board of the Liquor Dealers Assn. Fond of baseball, football, boxing, and travel. His father, a native of Galiano Aterno, Aquila, Italy, came to America in 1901 settling in Lynn, engaged as shoe worker. Had the following children: Palomba, Antonina, Rosina, Vincenzo, Gennaro and Pierina. Res .: 55 Elsmere Ave., Lynn.

GIORGIONE, RALPH-Proprietor Giorgione Oil and Coal Distributors, 169 Cottage St., East Boston. Born San Paolo, Brazil, South America, Sept. 17, 1902. Son of Joseph Giorgione and Francesca Purra. Was taken to Ariano Irpino, Avellino, Italy, when four years by his parents, where he attended the public schools and served in the Italian Army. Came to U. S. A. in 1927 settling in East Boston. In the oil and coal business since 1934. Married Carmela Lo Conte of Ariano Irpino, Italy. Children: Joseph, and Anthony. Member of Gaetano Bruno Political Club and of Bruno Arianese Society. Fond of bocce playing, traveling and music. Res .: 169 Cottage St., East Boston.

GIOVANETTI, LENA-Shareholder in John E. Jordan Co., 1 Main St., Plymouth. Born Plymouth, April 29, 1896. Daughter of Saverio Pavesi and Rosa Facchini. Educated in the Plymouth public schools. Married the late Aldo Giovanetti of Plymouth, June 9, 1917, a native of Cento, Ferrara, Italy. Children: Aldo, a graduate of Bentley School of Accounting and Finance, is in the service of Jordan Hardware Co. and veteran of U. S. Army World War II; Arline, a graduate of Quincy City Hospital is a graduate nurse, married to John A. Darsch; Joseph, a graduate of New England Aircraft School, is in U. S. Army Air Force in the Pacific; and Alton, is in U. S. Navy. All are graduates of Plymouth High School. Her father a native

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of San Giovanni in Persiceto, Bologna, Italy, came to U. S. in 1892 was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Plymouth. Had the following chil- dren: Mrs. Lea Giberti; Mrs. Lena Giovanetti; and William Leo. Res .: 214 Standish Ave., Plymouth.

GIOVANNIELLO, ANGELO-Born Anzano, Foggia, Italy, Aug. 15, 1895. Son of Emilio Giovanniello and Filomena Marcella. Educated in public schools of Anzano. Came to America in 1912, returned to Italy in 1915, where he served in the Italian Army during World War I and fought at Mt. Salemma, Mt. St. Michael, Caporetto, Trentino etc. Wounded three times, received the distinguished Croix de Guerre, the international medal. Married Nicolina Popolo of Anzano, Italy, Nov. 20, 1919. Children: Mrs. Patricia Grzyboski, and Anthony Carmelo, student of St. Francis Seraphic Seminary of Lowell, Mass. Returned to America in 1920 settling in Boston, where he has been in the service of Boston Elevator Co. Member: Work- men's Benefit Fund Society and Santa Maria di Anzano Society. Fond of baseball, hunting, travelling, art and music. His father came to America in 1896 settling in Boston. Had following five children: Rocco, Angelo, Carmine, Maria and Saveria. Res .: 14 Folsom St., Revere.

GIOVANNIELLO, VINCENZO-President, Liberty Baking Co., Inc. of Brockton. Born Petruro, Avellino, Italy, Nov. 2, 1895. Son of Domenico Giovanniello and Angelica Capozzi. Attended public school in his native town. Came to America Oct. 16, 1913, settling in Brockton. In business since 1925. Married Antonina Purificato of Brockton July 3, 1920, a native of Villa Santa Lucia, Aquila, Italy. Mr. Giovanniello is member of Order Sons of Italy and former President and Vice President of Artillery Society. Fond of travel and music. Parents were natives of Petruro, Avellino, Italy, had the following children: Vincenzo of this sketch and Virgilio, who was sergeant in Italian Army World War I, is now baker in Brockton. Res .: 35 Plymouth St., Brockton.

GIOVINO, ANTHONY F .- Partner, G. Giovino & Co., wholesalers, gro- ceries, fruit and produce. Commission merchants, 19 Commercial St., Bos- ton. Born East Boston Dec. 15, 1908. Son of Giuseppe Giovino and Luigia Tranvaglia. Graduated: Melrose High and Worcester Academy in 1929. Was member of varsity baseball, football and basketball teams. Attended Brown University for three years. Married Mary De Sisto of Boston Jan. 30, 1944. Member of Brown Alumni Assn. His father was born in Taurasi, Avellino, Italy in 1865. Came to U. S. in the late 70's settling in Boston, where he established above business in 1884 starting in small way, today it is among the largest in Massachusetts, now carried on by his sons. Had the following children: Mrs. Lena Ferullo; Ernest, married to Angiolina De Sisto; James, married to Lillian Duarte; Frank, married to Mollie Buck; Anthony F., Mrs. Mary Pettuccelli; Mrs. Emma Hinckler, graduate of West- brook Normal School in Maine; Edith, also graduate of Westbrook Normal School; and Albert married to Matilda Brock. All of the children are high school graduates and the boys are all associated in the G. Giovino & Co. Res .: Woodland Road, Jamaica Plain.

GIOVINO, ANTONIO-Proprietor, Giovino's Meat Market, 2316 Mass. Ave., No. Cambridge. Born Taurasi, Avellino, Italy, July 12, 1900. Son of Raffaele Giovino and Pasqualina Camusa. Attended public schools in Italy. Veteran Italian Army, World War I. Came to U. S. in 1923. In business since 1932. Married Maria Pascucci of Norwich, Conn., Dec. 19, 1932. Children: Ralph, Rose, Theresa, Anthony and Marie Elaine. Mr. Giovino is member and venerable in the Order Sons of Italy of Cam- bridge. Fond of hunting, fishing, travel and grand opera. His father, who visited America 1920-23, had the following children: late Theresa; Antonio; Clementina; Emilia; Luigi, and Michele. Res: 61 Norris St., North Cambridge.

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Leading Americans of Italian descent in Massachusetts, Part 60

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