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GRIBAUDO, LAWRENCE-Proprietor of Peoples Market, 547 East 3rd St., South Boston. Born Caraglio, Cuneo, Italy, July 28, 1891. Son of Andrea Gribaudo and Cristina Benesia. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to America in 1914. Worked for six years in coal mines in Clealum, Washington. In business since 1927. 'Traveled exten- sively in Italy, where on Oct. 27, 1919 he married Caterina Conte. Children: Ettore (in the service of U. S. Navy, Seabees), Attilio and Christine. Mr. Gribaudo has been man of many activities, deeply interested in civic and political affairs of his community. Member: Italian American Citizen's Club; the North Italian Club, and the Italian Social Club. Res .: 545 East 3rd St., South Boston.
GRIECO, DONATO ANTONIO-Civil engineer, Mass. Dept. of Public Works. Born . Norwich, Conn. May 21, 1907. Son of Damiano Grieco and Rosa Palma. Education: Norwich Free Academy; English High of Boston; Norwich University; and Mass. Institute of Technology, specializing in building construction work. Special studies abroad. In the service of Mass. Dept. of Public Works since 1930. Formerly with E. B. Badger and Sons Co., as piping layout and designer. Married Adeline Sapienza of Buffalo, N. Y. Jan. 19, 1931. Children: Donato Jr. and Gary James. Member: Alpha Phi Delta fraternity; Mass. State Engineers Assn., and Mass. Society of Civil Engineers. Fond of baseball, tennis, golf, travel and music. His father was born in Terlizzi, Bari, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1904 settling in Norwich, Conn., and since 1925 in Boston. Res .: 5 Cherry St., Lexington.
GRIECO, NICHOLAS-Treasurer Grieco Bros. Inc., Clothing Mfg., 181 Canal St., Lawrence. Born Rapone, Potenza, Italy, June 26, 1892. Son of Angelo Maria Grieco: Educated in the public school of his native town. Came to America in 1908. Lived in New York for 12 years. Learned the art of tailoring in Italy and in New York. In business in Lawrence since 1929, employing over 500 people. Married Carmelina Sapienza of Lawrence, Nov. 18, 1931, graduate of Lawrence High School. Children: Edna Marie, born Dec. 26, 1932 and Richard Nicholas, born May 23, 1939. Member of New York Men's Clothing Assn., Lawrence Rotary Club. Fond of bocce, bowling, swimming, ice skating, dancing, travel and music. His father came to America in 1912. . Had the following children: Vito, associated with his brother Nicholas; Michael, a mfr. of men's overcoats under the name of Colton-Giesberg Co. of Lawrence; and Mrs. Annina De Rosa of Lawrence. Res .: 40 William St., Andover.
GRIECO, SALVATORE-Partner in the E. & S. Box Co., Boston. Born Bonito, Avellino, Italy, April 25, 1896. Son of Vincenzo Grieco and Rosa Di Chiara. Educated in the public school of his native town. Came to
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America in 1912 settling in Charlestown. In business since 1941. Married Carmela Troisi of Boston, Jan. 5, 1941. Children: Anthony Vincent, Rose Marie and Josephine. Mr. Grieco is member of William Paca Citizen's Club of Somerville. Fond of outdoor life and lover of grand opera. His father came to America in 1899. Lived in Boston, now in Italy. Res .: 22 Clyde St., Somerville.
GRILLI, JOSEPH G .- Proprietor of Grilli's Religious Articles, 26 Prince St., Boston. Born Verucchio, Forli, Italy, Dec. 29, 1888. Son of Marino Grilli and Marianna Pazzini. Education: high school and two years of col- lege. Served in the Italian Army. Came to America in 1911 settling in Boston. In business since 1933. Married Mary Libretti of Boston, August 15, 1914. Children: Angela, Marian, Joseph-U. S. Navy as aerial pho- tographer. Mr. Grilli has also reared two of his late brother's children- Emil and Eugene (U. S. Army sergeant). Fond of baseball, traveling, music and reading. Res .: 51 Pearl St., Everett.
GRILLO, FRANK CHARLES-Master-Commercial Dept .- Shorthand and Typewriting-Roxbury Memorial High School, Boston. Born Ariano Di Puglia, Avellino, Italy, Oct. 29, 1900. Son of Ciriaco Grillo and Jose- phine De Stefano. In U. S. since 1902. Graduated: East Boston High; Bryant College 1927, Ed.B.C .; Boston University School of Education 1931, Ed.B.S., 1932 Ed.M. Special courses at Simmons College and at R. I. Col- lege of Education. Thesis-"Comparing Secondary Commercial Education U. S. and Italy." Teacher at Roxbury Memorial High School since 1934. Formerly teacher at Hyde Park High School and social worker. Member: J. B. Davis Club of Boston University; Eastern and N. E. Commercial Teachers Assn. and East Boston Italian American Republican Club. Father came to U. S. in 1899 settled in East Boston. Res .: 278 Maverick St., East Boston.
GRILLO, PASQUALE-Machinist, Draper Corp. Born Tusa, Messina, Italy, Jan. 1, 1883. Son of Giuseppe Grillo and Laura Aliberti. Educated in public school of his native town, and served in the Italian Army. Came to U. S. in 1900 settling in Milford. Machinist with Drapers Corp. of Hope- dale since 1902. Married Maria Rita Tusia of Milford April 14, 1912. Chil- dren: Laura, married to William Shaughnessy; Joseph, chemist assistant at Drapers Corp .; Angeline, in the service of Derman Shoe Co., Domenic, is in U. S. Army overseas air corps; Anthony, graduate of Milford High, is pro- duction control mgr., married to Catherine Deving. Member of Moose and Hopedale Mutual Assn. His father came to America in 1903 settling in Milford. Had the following children: late Frances, Concetta, Pasquale, Giuseppa and Salvatore. Res .: 16 Claflin St., Milford.
GRILLONE, ANGELO-Merchant, Tailor and General Cleaning, Knights of Columbus Bldg., 158 Highland Ave., Somerville. Born Montauro, Catan- zaro, Italy, Nov. 1, 1894. Son of Cesare Grillone and Mariangela Squilla- cioti. Learned the art of tailoring in Italy under his father. Served in World War I in the Italian Army and was honorably discharged in 1919. Returned to America in 1920, settling in Somerville, where he has since been engaged in fine custom tailoring. Married Elisabetta Schipani in 1916. Children: Cesare (a graduate of Royal University of Rome in June of 1922, physician and surgeon), and Gregory (a graduate of the American Gentle- man Designing School in June 1940), now serving in U. S. Army in Africa. Mr. Grillone is member of Somerville Lodge of K. of C. Deeply interested in welfare of his community. Res .: 168 Highland Ave., Somerville.
GRIMALDI, GUY-President of Grimaldi Restaurant, 15-17 Province St., Boston. Born Brooklyn, N. Y., May 25, 1913. Son of Frank Grimaldi and Giovanna Gallo. Educated here and abroad. In the restaurant business since 1939. Is partner with his brother, Charles, an accountant, now in the service of the U. S. Army. Mr. Grimaldi is married to Olinda Gertrude Consulmagno, a former vaudeville actress, January 1939. Children: Frank and Joanne. Fond of all sports and a lover of music. Res .: 91 Gains- borough St., Boston.
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GRIMALDI, LUIGI-General contractor, 209 Chestnut St., North At- tleboro. Born Arce, Frosinone, Italy, March 10, 1889. Attended public schools in his native town. Came to U. S. in 1910, settling in North Attle- boro. General contractor since 1927, specializing in landscape, asphalt and cement sidewalks. Married Louisa Conti of his native town, Dec. 20, 1913. Children: John, associated with his father; Joseph is also associ- ated with his father; Alfred; Patsy, associated with his father; Mrs. Anita Rocco; Eleanor, all of whom have attended North Attleboro High. Mr. Grimaldi is member Order Sons of Italy and secretary for four years; K. of C. Fond of outdoor life, travel and music. Has a brother Joseph, and a sister Filomena, married to Luigi Adinolfi. Res .: 209 Chestnut St., North Attleboro.
GRISERI, LUCCA-Treasurer of Main Cafe, 1076 Main St., Springfield. Born Montovi, Cuneo, Italy, May 10, 1888. Son of Giacomo Griseri and Mar- gherita Basso. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Served in the Tripolitania War of 1911 and was awarded medals for bravery. Came to America in 1912 settling in Springfield. In business since 1934, formerly in the baking business. Married Antonietta Rolfi of Montovi, Cuneo, Italy, April 21, 1912. Children: Marguerite, a graduate of High School of Com- merce; Pauline, a graduate of High School of Commerce, married to John Palpini of Springfield; Mary, a graduate of Classical High; Eleanor, a grad- uate of Classical High, Wave in U. S. Navy. Member: A. I. C. Sport Club. Res .: 60 Loring St., Springfield.
GROVER, FLORY COSTA (MRS.)-Teacher-Agawam High School. Born North Agawam, Feb. 28, 1912. Daughter of Sylvio Costa and Mar- garet Contardi. Graduated from Agawam High School in 1930; Mass. State College in 1934, B.S., majoring in languages. Teacher since 1936. Married George Henry Grover of Concord, N. H., a teacher of physical education, now Lt. in U. S. Naval Reserves. Member: Hampden Teachers Association. Fond of reading, art, travelling, and music. Her father was a native of vicinity of Tyrol, Italy. Came to America in the early 90's settling in Aga- wam, Mass. Had following children: Edward, Raymond, Irene, and Flory. Res .: 74 Moore St., North Agawam.
GUARAGNA, V. JAMES-Lawyer. Born Boston, April 4, 1895. Son of Louis Guaragna and Vincenza Celia. Graduated from Northeastern Univer- sity, School of Law in 1923, LL.B.' In general practice in Boston since 1923. Married. Children: Louis J. (attorney, the youngest ever appointed U. S. Marshal in Washington; later was appointed deputy collector for the first federal district of Mass., enlisted in U. S. Army in Feb. 1942, serving over- seas since April 1942) ; Vennie, secretary to her father; Carolyn and Patricia. Mr. Guaragna is the founder of Roosevelt-Garner Club of South Boston and President of Circolo di Cultura Italiana. Father was born in Cassano Ionia, Cosenza, Italy. Came to America in 1894 settling in Boston, among the founders of "La Stella di Calabria Society." Died in Boston in 1910. Office: 53 State St., Boston. Res .: 496 Broadway, So. Boston.
GUARCELLO, REV. RUSSELL V .- Curate St. Mary's Church, North Plymouth. Born Quincy, Dec. 23, 1915. Son of Joseph Guarcello and Jennie Botta. Graduated from Quincy High in 1933; post graduate at Boston Col- lege High; Boston College in 1939, A.B. St. Johns Seminary in 1943. Or- dained by Archbishop Richard J. Cushing at Holy Cross Cathedral of Boston Oct. 28, 1943. Assigned to St. Mary's Church of North Plymouth. His father was born in Castelbuono, Palermo, Italy. Came to America in 1910 settling in Quincy. Had the following children: Mrs. Grace Salvaggio; Domenic; Louis, is in U. S. Army overseas; Mrs. Nancy Cascia; Mrs. Elma Maglio; Rev. Russell V., and Mario, a graduate of Boston College, is Captain U. S. Army Air Force in Italy. Rectory: 315 Court St., Plymouth.
GUARCIARIELLO, COSMO A .- Physician and Surgeon. Born Campana- rello, Avellino, Italy, Sept. 27, 1903. Son of Erminio Guarciariello and Car- mela Nardone. Education: Boston Latin Public School; Harvard University;
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and University of Rome, Italy, 1935, M.D. Interne at University of Padua Hospital. Post graduate work at Harvard. In general practice in Boston since 1936. Married Maria Carmela Giuliani of Medford, April 14, 1940. Children: Bernice and Anthony. Fond of baseball, football, traveling, music. Hobby-photography. Father came to America in 1902 settling in Boston, in the contracting field. Office and Res .: 131 Endicott St., Boston.
GUARDABASSO, ANTHONY-Better known as (Anthony Guard). Com- mercial Artist, Boston. Born Boston, February 4, 1910. Son of John Guardabasso and Pasqualina Graziano. Education: School of Practical Art; Mass. School of Fine Arts; Boston Museum School of Fine Arts. Studied also under James T. Breen, portrait and landscape artist. Has exhibited his. landscapes and portraits at the Coply Society of Boston and at Vose Gal- lery. In commercial art business since 1938. Member of Copley Society of Boston. Fond of swimming, roller-skating, travelling and music. Hobby- photography. His father was born in Ariano Di Puglia, Naples, Italy. Came to America in 1900 settling in Boston. Studio: 194 Boylston St., Boston. Res .: 255 Saratoga St., East Boston.
GUARENTE, PALMER THOMAS-President of Trieste Association, Inc. Born Montemiletto, Avellino, Italy, Nov. 14, 1889. Son of Francesco Gua- rente and Adelaide Magna. Came to America in 1898 settling in Boston. Educated in the Eliot School and Arlington High School. Among the founders of the Trieste Loan Assn. Inc. of Boston and has been connected with it since it opened in 1919. Married Rose Fatalo of Boston, Jan. 14, 1915. Children: Marie, a graduate of Fay Secretarial School; Palmer Jr., a student. Member: Arlington Chamber of Commerce and officer in the Order of Sons of Italy in America. Fond of baseball, bowling, swimming, traveling and lover of music. Res .: 87 Medford St., Arlington. Office : Hanover St., Boston.
GUARENTE, RAFFAELE D .- Proprietor of R. D. Guarente and Sons, Undertakers. Born Montemiletto, Avellino, Italy, Feb. 28, 1875. Son of Francesco Guarente and Adelaide Magno. Came to America in 1896 settling in Boston, where he graduated from the Mass. College of Embalming in 1912 and has since been engaged in the undertaking business in Boston. Married Adelina Vitagliano of Boston in 1902. Children: Frank, Ernesto, Eduardo-all of whom are funeral directors engaged with their father in business; Palmerino, chief petty officer U. S. Coast Guard; Adelaide and Carlotta. Member and first president of San Gaetano Society, past grand officer of Sons of Italy and of Foresters of America. Justice of Peace since 1912. Business 415 Hanover St., Boston. Res .: 29 Chestnut St., Arlington.
GUARINO, ANTHONY-Tenor and Teacher of voice. Born Campagna, Salerno, Italy, March 13, 1888. Son of Bartolomeo Guarino and Concetta Avallone. Came to America in 1897 settling in Boston. Studied voice in Boston and New York. Began his career as a singer in various churches, later traveled extensively throughout the United States and Canada, in con- cert and opera tours. Married in 1905. Children: Bartholomeo, Tina (Ca- pone), Edmund (U. S. Army), Henry (M. I. T. laboratory). Mr. Guarino is fond of all sports especially baseball, swimming, traveling. Deeply inter- ested in art and painting. Teacher of voice in Boston since 1938. Res .: 82 Reservoir Ave., Revere.
GUARINO, CAESAR-Assistant Manager of John Hancock Insurance Co., Wakefield district. Born Grottaminarda, Avellino, Italy, Nov. 14, 1897. Son of Raffaelo Guarino and Raffaela Boccuzzo. Came to U. S. in 1901 settling in Boston, later in Reading. Educated in the public schools. In the service of John Hancock Life Ins. Co. since 1922. Asst. Mgr. since 1924. Married Flora Schultz of Everett, in 1928. Children: Donald Jay, born July 17, 1932 and Geraldine Joy, born Aug. 20, 1939. Member of National Life Underwriters. Fond of all sports, lover of travel and music. His father came to America in 1899. Lived in Boston. Had the following children: Caesar, Angelina, Jennie, Frank, and Anna. Res .: 78 Winthrop Ave., Reading.
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GUARINO, GEROLAMO-Insurance Agent. Born Rocca D'Aspite, Sa- lerno, Italy, March 14, 1886. Son of Louis Guarino and Filomena Vitolo. Educated in elementary and high schools in Italy. Came to America in 1907 settling in Boston. In the service of John Hancock Mutual Life Ins. Co. since 1917. Awarded many citations for efficient service from the com- pany. Married Mary Testa of Boston, January 14, 1914. One son, Jerome (Tufts College Medical School-U. S. Army). Member: Order of Eagles and former member of Mass. State Guard, which participated in the Boston Police strike of 1918. Fond of outdoor sports, traveling and grand opera. Res .: 34 Washington St., Medford.
GUARINO, BATTISTA J .- Lawyer. Born Montemiletto, Avellino, Italy, Feb. 17, 1902. Son of Battista Guarino and Alfonsina De Leo. In America since 1910. Graduated from Georgia University Law School in 1932, LL.B. and Suffolk University Law School in 1939, LL.B. Practiced law in Georgia 1932-37. In general practice in Framingham since 1937. Clerk of Court since 1944. Married Maria Capone of Framingham, Dec. 23, 1925 a grad- uate of high school. One son, John, born Aug. 16, 1938. Member of local, state and federal bar associations. Fond of golf, travel and music. His father, who came to America in 1900 settled in Framingham. Had the fol- lowing children: Battista J .; Mrs. Matilda Rotondi; Angelo (U. S. Army) ; Philip, a secular priest (D.D.); Charles, in U. S. Army; Anthony; and Theresa, is opticianist, married to Roderick Ciavacco. Res .: 120 Maynard Place, Framingham.
GUARINO, JOHN-Architect. Born Boston, Jan. 21, 1905. Son of Raffaele Guarino and Louise Cappuccio. Graduated from Mechanic Arts High. - Attended Boston Architectural Club classes and Mass. Normal Art School. Registered architect in Mass. since 1942. In 1940 he was appointed by Mayor Maurice J. Tobin member Board of Examiners in the Bldg. Dept. of Boston, serving as chairman since 1941 .. Reappointed by Mayor John E. Kerrigan. Married Frances T. Sacco of E. Boston Nov. 24, 1927. Children: Julia L. born April 10, 1929; and John Jr. born July 9, 1936. Member: supreme trustee and former pres. junior div., Order Sons of Italy in Mass. Former pres. for six years E. Boston Progressive Club. Active in civic and political affairs. His father was born in. Mirabella Eclano, Avellino, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1895. Has the following children: John; Mrs. Philomena De Luco; Mrs. Mary Cecere; and Mrs. Lena Battaglia. Res .: 24 St. Andrew Rd., E. Boston.
GUARNERA, JOSEPH ROSARIO-Proprietor-Delehanty Drug Store, 158 Rifle St., Springfield. Born West Springfield, Nov. 12, 1910. Son of John Guarnera and Carmela Romeo. Graduated from Classical High in 1930 and Mass. College of Pharmacy in 1933, Ph.G. Registered pharmacist since 1933. In business since 1939. Formerly in the service of Springfield Drug Co. for 12 years. Married Beatrice Primrose, of Bridgeport, Conn., July 6, 1935. Children: Dorothy Ann, John William, and Judith Primrose. Member: Mass. Pharmaceutical Assn., Springfield Druggists Assn., and Na- tional Assn. of Retail Druggists. Fond of baseball, football, basketball, hunting and fishing. Mr. Guarnera's father was born in vicinity of Messina, Italy. Came to America in 1902 settling in West Springfield. Had follow- ing children: Frances, Mary, Joseph, Thomas, Josephine, Pauline and Ernest. Res .: 49 Malden St., Springfield.
GUCCIARDI, ANTONIA-Teacher of Latin, French and Spanish. Born Framingham, Dec. 1, 1916. Daughter of Vincenzo Gucciardi and Rose Menta. Graduated from Framingham High in 1934, and Worcester. Teachers College in 1938, B.S.E. Teacher at Kennett High School of Conway, N. H. since 1944. Formerly teacher at Ashland High School. Member State Teachers Association. Fond of hiking, travel, reading and classical music. Her father was born in Salemi, Trapani, Italy. Came to America in 1905, lived in Boston. In the baking business in Framingham since 1915. Has the following children: Vincenzo, is associated with his father, is married to Antonia Lombardo; Josephine, is married to William Maniscalco; Antonia;
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and Pasquale, married to Antonia Cavalho. All are graduates of Framing- ham High School. Res .: 7 Saucier St., Framingham.
GUCCIONE, ISIDORO JOSEPH-Physician and Surgeon. Born New York City, N. Y., June 29, 1910. Son of Joseph Guccione and Rosaria Pipi- tone. Graduated from Peter Stuyvesant High School of New York in 1929; Villanova College in 1933, B.S .; New York Medical College, 1933-35; Middle- sex University 1937-39, M.D. Interne-Soldiers Home Hospital of Chelsea; St. Anthony Hospital of Columbus, Ohio-resident physician and surgeon. In general practice in Roslindale, Mass. since 1940. Married Aurea Franz of Dover, Ohio, July 1940. Member of Mass. Medical Society. Fond of baseball, football, and golf. Father, a native of Misilmeri, Palermo, Italy. Came to America in 1893, settling in New York. Address: 91 Belgrade Ave., Roslindale.
GUERCI, CARLO-General building contractor-Ludlow. Born Quattro Casine, Alessandria, Italy, Dec. 19, 1879. Son of Andrea Guerci and Rosa Migliacci. Educated in public schools in Italy and served in the Italian Army as sergeant in the infantry. Came to America in 1905 settling in Ludlow. In the contracting business since 1909, specializing in building fine dwelling houses. Was among the first Italian settlers in Ludlow and the first Italian building contractor. Married Domenica Bianchi, Nov. 15, 1905. Children: Livio, owner of Crown Hotel of Springfield; Livia-married to Alfeo Sorcinelli; Rita, Joseph and Gino, who served in World War II, U. S. Army. Member: Italian Social Club; on board of directors Ludlow Hospital and served on finance committee for town of Ludlow for three years. Active in civic affairs. A lover of travelling and music. Res .: 401 East St., Ludlow.
GUERRERA, JOSEPH A., D.O .- Osteopathic Physician and Surgeon, Lawrence. Born Lawrence, Sept. 23, 1925. Son of Bonaventura Guerrera and Constance Coco. Graduated from Lawrence High School in 1933 and Des Moines, Iowa Still College of Osteopathy in 1938, D.O. Interne at Los Angeles County Osteopathic Hospital. In general practice in Lawrence since 1939. Married Aura Citarella of Union City, N. J., Dec. 26, 1940. Children: Constance Marylouise and Joseph Bonaventure. Member: American Osteo- pathic Assn., American Osteopathic Osteological Society; Lions Club; Italian College Club; Methuen Club; and Psi Sigma Alpha Club. His father was born in Romacca, Catania, Italy. Came to America in 1909 settling in Law- rence. Had two children: Joseph A., of this sketch and Josephine, graduate of Lawrence High School, now designer at Colton Giesburg. Office and Res .: 110 Summer St., Lawrence.
GUERRIERI, BIANCA F .- Assistant Librarian. Framingham Town Li- brary. Born Pietra Montecorvino, Foggia, Italy, Sept. 26, 1911. Daughter of Luigi Guerrieri and Angelina D'Arcangelo. Came to America when a month old. Graduated from Framingham High School. Special courses at Harvard and under Miss Hayes librarian of Framingham Public Library. In the service of the Framingham Public Library since 1930. Fond of travel, art, and classical music. Her father came to America in 1901 settling in Framingham in 1920, where he engaged in ornamental Iron Works. Had the following children: Mrs. Josephine Alberini; Bianca F .; Alma, a grad- uate nurse, married to William Amoroso; Belga, also a graduate nurse; Italia, a restaurant manager; Louis, is in U. S. Army in the Pacific, holder of Silver Star; and Mrs. Lola Briggs; all graduates of Framingham High School. Res .: 20 Gordon St., Framingham.
GUERRIERO, ANTONIO-Professor of violin and leader of Ted Grande orchestra. Born Beverly Aug. 20, 1900. Son of Carmine Guerriero and Rosa Penza. Graduated from Salem High School; attended N. E. Conserva- tory of Music and San Pietro a Maiello Music Conservatory of Naples, Italy. Introduced jazz at the diplomatic Hotel Exelcior of Naples, where he gave command performance for the King and Queen of Italy; King and Queen of Spain; Prince Orlando of Naples; the Duke and Duchess of Aosta and
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entertained the Mussolini regime on their visit to Naples. Played for the famed Dolly Sisters of Paris for a year. Returning to U. S. in 1924 he directed an orchestra and was featured as violin soloist at Hamilton Hotel in Bermuda. In 1927 he founded the Modern School of Music at Salem, Mass., teaching violin, piano, solfeggio and harmony. In 1930 he used stage name "Ted Grande and his friendly orchestra" toured the U. S. playing on stage, radio and college proms. His complete orchestra was drafted in the 1940 draft. Ted enlisted his aid as defense worker at G. E. Co. of Lynn. Married Jeannette Theriault a reg. nurse, Nov. 17, 1937, daughter of Omer P. Theriault former acting mayor of Salem. Children: Jean Marie and Anne Louise. Res .: Salem, Mass.
GUIDARA, JOSEPH-Proprietor, Guidara Barber Shop, 43 Market Sq., Lynn. Born Condro, Messina, Italy, March 16, 1895. Son of Nicola Guidara and Isabella Mancuso. Educated in the public school of his native town. Came to America in 1909 settling in Lynn. In business since 1934. Married Catherine Lentini of Boston, June 17, 1919. Children: Nicholas, graduate of Classical High School and attended Salem Teachers College for three years, now first Lt. in U. S. Army overseas; Charles, graduate of Classical High School, now in U. S. Army overseas; Isabel, student. Member of Bees Club; president of Lynn Master Barbers Assn. Fond baseball, boxing, travel, and music. His father came to America in 1900, settling in Lynn as shoe worker, and had the following children: Paul, Flavia, Frances, Joseph, and Carmela. Res .: 19 Astor St., Lynn.
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