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IANNELLI, NICHOLAS L .- Custom ladies' tailor and designer, Furrier, 568 Washington St., Wellesley. Born Morcone, Benevento, Italy, Nov. 15, 1889. Son of Raffaele Iannelli and Crestina Rucci. Attended public school in his native town, where he learned custom tailoring. Came to U. S. in 1905 settling in Boston. . In the tailoring field in Wellesley since 1932. Married Adelina Pote of Chelsea, a graduate of Chelsea High School. Mem- ber of Italian Educational Club. Fond of fishing, travel, and music. Has the following brothers and sisters: Domenic; Thomas; Mrs. Immacolata Rosato; Mrs. Marietta Abbate; and Mrs. Daddona Pellegrina. Res .: 41 Atwood St., Wellesley.
IANNESSA, FRANK RALPH - Merchandise Clerical, Filene's, Boston. Born Boston, July 3, 1921. Son of Pasquale Iannessa and Mary Lucido. Graduated from English High School and took Filene's course in Mer- chandising. In the service of Filene's, since 1941. Veteran U. S. Army in Europe 1943-45. Awarded five bronze stars. With 321st Fighter Control squadron attached to 555th S.A.W. Connected 9th Tactical Air Command, who in turn had direct support with the first army direct air support from D. day to V. E. day. Married to Jean Musto of Boston Feb. 3, 1946. Member V. F. W. and Holy Name Society. Fond of baseball, hockey, and golf. His father was born in Boston, is baker and veteran U. S. Army World War I. Has the following children: Joseph, is in U. S. Army signal corps in Japan; Robert is in the Yankee Division, Staff Sergeant in Europe, Company F, 101, awarded the Silver Star, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, and four campaign bronze stars; Richard and Joan are students. Grandfather was born in Abruzzi, Italy, came to U. S. in the early 80's. Res .: 241 High- land St., Somerville.
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IANNITELLI, ALESSANDRO-Proprietor, Iannitelli Market Co., 243 Central St., Milford. Born Pietra Montecorvino, Foggia, Italy, Oct. 23, 1888. Son of Pasquale Iannitelli and Maria Iconavetera. Educated in the public schools of his native town. Came to U. S. in 1905 with his father settling in Milford. In business since 1913. Married Amalia Tosches of Milford, Sept. 20, 1914, a native of Casalvecchio Di Puglia, Foggia, Italy. Mr. Ianni- telli is member Order Sons of Italy, Hoboken Club, and Holy Name Society. His father, a former butcher, businessman and founder of above business, had the following children: Alessandro; Ernest, agent for Prudential Ins. Co .; Michael, is associated in above business with his brother; Antonio, a musician is in U. S. Army; Hanry, a musician, is veteran of American Army World War II; Theresa, is married to Nicola L. Bonvino; and Julia. Res .: 243 Central St., Milford.
IANNITELLI, ALESSANDRO-Tonsorialist, 60 Central St., Milford. Born Pietra Montecorvino, Foggia, Italy, Dec. 9, 1885. Son of Michele Iannitelli and Diana Cornacchia. Attended public school in Italy. Came to U. S. in 1904. Worked as a barber in New York for three years. In Mil- ford since 1907. In business since 1911. Married Caterina Zurlo of Milford Jan. 8, 1911. Children: Michael, partner with his father, is married to Rose De Francesco-one son Dennis Anthony; Maria, is married to Angelo Minichelli; Erminia, graduate nurse, is Lieutenant in U. S. Army nurse corps, Seventh Mass., General Unit in England; Dora, is married to George Di Vandall, corporal in U. S. Army, one son-George; Louis, is flight officer in U. S. Army Air Corps, married to Netta Volpe; all are graduates of Mil- ford High School; Rita is student. Member: Order Sons of Italy; Foresters of America; Holy Name Society; Journeymen Barber's Union. Is a former band musician. Has the following brothers: Attilio of Marlboro; Joseph, of Los Angeles, Calif., and Faustino, of Marlboro. Res .: 15 E. Main St., Milford.
IANNITELLI, ATTILIO-Proprietor, A. Iannitelli Barber Shop, 61 Me- chanic St., Marlboro. Born Pietra Montecorvino, Foggia, Italy, Sept. 21, 1888. Son of Michele Iannitelli and Diana Cornacchia. Attended public school in his native town, where he also learned the barbar's trade. Came to America in 1906, lived in Milford for 14 years. In Marlboro since 1920, where he has since been in the barber business. Married late Rose Iacovelli of Milford Oct. 20, 1912. Children: Eleanor, married to Joseph Spagnuolo of Fitchburg; Corradino Michael, a tonsorialist, is in U. S. Army, married to Viola Simonetti of Maynard; Eva, married to Robert Falcione of Marl- boro. Member and treasurer Order Sons of Italy and Journeymen Barbers Association. Mr. Iannitelli has the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Filomena Ricci; Alessandro; Mrs. Faustina Ciardulli; and Joseph, a musician in Los Angeles, Cal. Res .: 3 Allen Court, Marlboro.
IANNITELLI, JOHN JERRY-Proprietor, Jerry's Furniture and Jewelry Co., 51-59 Central St., Milford, Mass. Born Pietra Montecorvino, Foggia, Italy, May 20, 1903. Son of Edward Iannitelli and Serafina Giallella. Came to U. S. in 1908 settling in Milford, where he attended public schools. In business since 1939. Formerly in the tailoring and dye house business employing over 20 people. Married Mary Christine O'Riely of Woonsocket, R. I., June 6, 1932, a graduate of high school. One son Edward Charles, born April 1, 1933. Member Order Sons of Italy; Hoboken Citizens Club; Eagles, Elks, Rotary Club. Active in civic and welfare work. His father came to U. S. in 1907 settling in Milford as foreman at Archer Rubber Co. Had the following children: John Jerry; Ernest; Mrs. Flora Sanacandro; Mrs. Annie Sirocco; Mrs. Antoinette Trotta; Mrs. Catherine Trotta; Mat- thew, veteran American Army of World War I and World War II; Mary; and Michael, graduate of Milford High School, where he was captain of football team, now in U. S. Army overseas. Res .: 58 Fruit St., Milford.
IANNONI, MARY CATHERINE-Public School Teacher. Born Brockton, April 2, 1922. Daughter of Domenic Iannoni and Mary Mariani. Graduated from St. Patrick High School in 1940 (first to receive the Italian Scholarship
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club award) and Bridgewater State Teachers College in 1944, B.S. in Ed. Teacher of English at Whitman Junior High School since 1944. Member: Bridgewater State Teachers College Alumni Assn., Tau Beta Gamma Soc., Mass. Teachers Assn., St. Patrick's Alumni Assn., Whitman's Teachers Club. Fond of art, music, reading and travel. Her father was born in Gasperina, Catanzaro, Italy, April 25, 1890. He came to America in 1904 settling in Brockton, where he has been in the employ of George E. Keith Co., since 1906. Was married in Brockton June 26, 1921. Had the following children: Mary Catherine and Francis Joseph, a graduate of Brockton High in 1943, is in U. S. Marine Corps in South Pacific. Res .: 16 Day St., Brockton.
IANNUCCI, REMO JOSEPH-Assistant Professor of Modern Languages, College of the Holy Cross, Worcester. Born Pittsburgh, Penn., March 14, 1914. Son of Antonio Iannucci and Maria Domenica Di Silvestro. Gradu- ated from Catholic University of Washington, D. C. in 1935, A.B., 1941, Ph.D. Attended University of Freiburg in Breisgau, Germany in 1937. Special courses at University of Pittsburgh. Teacher of German, Spanish and Italian at College of the Holy Cross since 1939. Member: Catholic Uni- versity Alumni Assn., Phy Kappa Fraternity. Fond of baseball, football, tennis, travel and grand opera. Hobby-church architecture. Author: "The Treatment of the Capital Sins and the Decalogue in the German Sermons of Berthold Von Regensburg," Catholic Univ. Press, July 1941. His father was born in Civitella Alfedena, Aquila, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1899 settling in Pittsburgh, Penn. Had the following children: Ralph, Philomena, Inez, Amelia, Lydia and Remo Joseph. Res .: 115 Pleasant St., Worcester.
INVERNIZZI, GEORGE WILLIAM-Born in Somerville, July 30, 1900. Son of John and Caterina Invernizzi. Educated in the elementary and high schools of Somerville. Veteran U. S. Navy World War I. Later served in U. S. Merchant Marine as 3rd and 2nd mate. In the service of Somerville Fire Dept., since Dec. 1, 1935. Married Hazel Mansfield of Revere, Nov. 22, 1923. Children: William George, born May 17, 1926 graduate Somer- ville High, in is U. S. Army overseas with 1st and 3rd Army; and Robert Edward, born Feb. 22, 1928, student of Somerville High, is in U. S. Navy. Member: Somerville Fireman's Relief Assn., etc. Fond of travel, swim- ming and music. His father was born in Corna, Bergamo, Italy. Came to U S. in 1892 settling in Somerville. Had the following children: Matthew; Frank; Napoleon; Guerino (veteran U. S. Army World War I); Baptist; Mrs. Grace Strazzullo; George William; Paul (in U. S. Navy and U. S. Guard since 1920); Joseph and Louis, both served in U. S. Guard. Res .: 95 Lowell St., Somerville.
IANZITO, SAMUEL MICHAEL-Lawyer. Born Milford, June 14, 1910. Son of Michael Ianzito and Antonietta Morcone. Graduated from Milford High in 1928; Suffolk University Law School in 1932, LL.B. and Staley College of Spoken Word. In general practice of law in Milford since 1934. Now in the service of U. S. Army overseas. Member: Mass. and Milford Bar Associations; Order Sons of Italy and Milford Societa Operaia. Active in civic and political movements. Fond of baseball, bowling, travel and music. His father was born in Castelfranco in Miscano, Benevento, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1898 settling in Milford, was Supt., Medway Shoe Co. Had the following children: Samuel Michael; Mary, is with the Home Na- tional Bank; Josephine, graduate nurse; Louis, graduate of Bentley School of Accounting and Finance, is veteran of U. S. Army World War II. All are graduates of Milford High School. Res .: 17 Fells Ave., Milford.
IENNACO, ALFONSO-Tonsorialist. Born Bracigliano, Salerno, Italy, Oct. 10, 1893. Son of Vincenzo Iennaco and Raffaela Sarno. Educated in public schools and under private tutors in Italy. Served in Italian Army during World War I for six years, and fought at Carso, Montefalcone, and Piave. In America since 1921. Proprietor of his barber shop at 1182 Co- lumbus Ave., Springfield since 1921. Married Renna Sarno of Bracigliano, Italy, May 1921. Children: Vincent, a graduate of Technical High, con-
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nected with his father in business, and Francis, a student. Member: Order Sons of Italy in America and Italian World War Veterans. Fond of base- ball, bowling, travelling, hunting and grand opera. Mr. Iennaco has a brother, Francesco, living in Italy. Res .: 71 Bliss St., Springfield.
IERARDI, DOMINIC A .- Special Agent-U. S. Treasury Dept., Internal Revenue, Intelligence Unit since 1937. Formerly an accountant with J. R. Williston Co. for nine years. Born Boston, March 12, 1907. Son of An- thony Ierardi and Rose Allegretti. Graduated from High School of Com- merce in 1923, and Boston University, College of Business Administration in 1927, B.B.A. Married Anna Canney July 9, 1933. Children: Rose Marie and Joseph A. Member of High School of Commerce and of Boston Uni- versity Alumni Associations. Fond of baseball, football, bowling, traveling. Hobby-wild mushrooms. Father, born in Armento, Basilicata, Italy. Came to America in 1891 settling in Boston. Engaged in wholesale provisions for over 40 years. Res .: 40 Mayword St., Roxbury.
IERARDI, FRANCESCO-Partner, Joe Milo and Co., 71 · Exchange St., Lynn. Born Armento, Basilicata, Italy, Oct. 26, 1884. Son of Filippo Ierardi and Lucia Tortorella. Attended public schools in his native town. Came to America in 1900 settling in Boston. Partner with Joseph Milo since 1919, specializing in fine shoe repairing, and hat renovating. Married Josephine Sassone, June 6, 1915. Children: Philip A., graduate of Tufts College Medical School in 1942, M.D., interne at St. John's Hospital of Lowell; Paul N., graduate of Tufts College, now captain in U. S. Marines; Lucy Anne, with G. E. Co .; Antoinette, graduate nurse; and Angelina-all of whom have graduated from Lynn English High School. Mr. Ierardi's favored sports are baseball, football, and travel. Fond of music. Res .: 24 Birch St., Lynn.
IERARDI, FRANCIS BELLO-Social worker and publisher. Born Ar- mento, Basilicata, Italy, Sept. 1, 1886. Son of Domenico Ierardi and Maria Giuseppa Bella. Was brought to America in 1887 settling in New York, where he attended public school until he became blind Aug. 10, 1898 caused by a dynamite explosion. Graduated from Perkins Institution for the Blind in 1908 and studied music and piano tuning at same institution until 1914. Continued his musical education at New England Conservatory of Music for two years. Married, Laura S. Sterling of Boston, July 19, 1916. Children: Gordon Sterling, a graduate of Harvard University in 1939, B.S. cum laude, 1st Lt. in U. S. Army, and William Joseph, a graduate of Harvard Univer- sity in 1941, A.B., 1942, I.A., is Lt. in U. S. Navy. Mr. Ierardi has been Social Worker for Division of blind dept. of Education in Boston since Dec. 1, 1917. As an avocation, he fundeod the National Braille Press, Inc. of Boston in 1927. Is editor and publisher of the "Weekly News," a current events magazine for the blind; a women's magazine "Our Special" and a professional magazine for "blind home teachers of the blind." He raises all funds to the average of $40,000 yearly to carry on this philanthropic work. He serves without compensation. Considered the most unique and out- standing in this particular field among Americans of Italian descent in the U. S. Res .: 24 Wallace St., West Somerville.
IGNICO, ROBERT VICTOR-Brigadier General. Born Boston, Oct. 14, 1894. Son of Vincent Ignico and Mary R. Cavagnaro. Graduated from English High School, and attended Washington Lee University. Brigadier General since Sept., 1942, decorated with victory medal and Asiatic-Pacific air medal. In high school was captain of the football team, in college was member of varsity football team. Married Arlene Davidson, June 23, 1917. Children Vivian Gertrude, and Vincent Anthony (aviation cadet in U. S. Army). Brigadier's father an outstanding custom tailor for 60 years, was born in Bella, Potenza, Italy. Mother was born in Verzi, Genoa, Italy. They came to U. S. in 1884. Had the following children: late Mrs. Palmira Greco; Robert Victor; late Adelina, school teacher; Emma; Frank; and Vincent, manager of Hoods Cream Co. in Arlington. Address: 18 Outlook Dr., Lex- ington.
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IMBRIANO, LOUIS ANTHONY-Instructor of English, Revere Jr. High School. Born Boston, Nov. 9, 1907. Son of Raffaele Imbriano and Maria Giuseppe Palladino. Graduated from Revere High School in 1925 and from Providence College in 1931, Ph.B. Attended Harvard Graduate School. Taught at St. Raphaels Academy where he also coached basketball. In 1940 he received his Ed.M. degree from Boston University. Teacher at Revere Jr. High School since 1934. Coach of basketball at Revere High School since 1942. Supervisor of Jr. High School basketball since 1939. Former president of Revere Holy Name Society; and secretary Men's Teachers Club. Member of K. of C. District committee member of Boy Scouts of America. His father was born in Mirabella Eclano, Avellino, Italy. Came to America in 1892 settling in Boston. In Revere since 1908. Had following two children: Louis of this sketch and Marie Susie, married to Peter Cacciola. Res .: 137 Revere St., Revere.
IMBRUNONE, JOHN-Proprietor, John's Market, Main St., Gloucester. Born Detroit, Mich., July 19, 1914. Son of Nicholas Imbrunone and Rosina Di Maggio. Graduated from public school in Detroit. In business in Gloucester since 1938. Married Vincie Linquata of Gloucester, Sept. 4, 1937. Children: Nicholas, born July 4, 1938; Rose, born April 10, 1940; and Mamie, born Oct. 9, 1943. Member of St. Peter's Club and Order of Moose. Fond of baseball, fishing, bowling, travel and music. His father was born in Balestrate, Palermo, Italy. Came to America in 1902, settled in Detroit. Had the following children: Mary, Vita, John, Elizabeth, Mamie, and Dome- nic-who is serving in U. S. Navy. Res .: 16 Granite St., Gloucester.
IMPRESCIA, SEBASTIANO-Businessman. Born Augusta, Siracusa, Italy, March 25, 1888. Son of Domenico Imprescia and Sebastiana Cicca- rello. Came to America in 1908 settling in Boston. In the importing and packers of olives and olive oil since 1916, being the pioneer Italian American in New England to enter this field. Married Catherine Sicuso of Boston, March 25, 1909. Children: Sebastiana (Serra); Mary (Arangio); Domenica (Amara) a graduate of Burdett College; Mr. Imprescia's father was also engaged in the Olive business in Italy. His ancestors were originally from Spain. Over 200 years ago, two brothers, merchants, had a trading vessel direct from Spain to Italy.' Said vessel burned while in Italy. They never returned to Spain, and made their home in Augusta, Siracusa, Italy. Bus. and Res .: 20-22 Pitts St., Boston.
INDELICATO, CHARLES J .- Chief Delivery Clerk-Postal Telegraph- Cable Co., 100 State St., Boston. Born Boston, June 17, 1913. Son of Michael Indelicato and Maria Sacchetti. Educated in Boston Public Schools and took up accounting and radio. In the service of Postal Tel .- Cable Co. since 1927. Married Rose Castellano of Boston, Oct. 12, 1938. One daughter -Maryann. Fond of baseball, football, hockey and music. Father, born in Sciacca, Agrigenti, Italy, came to America in 1907 settling in Boston. Was general workman for Snow & Co., contractors for over 30 years. Rse .: 12 Cheever Court, East Boston.
INFASCELLI, ANTONIO-Proprietor, Art Studio, 17 School St., Quincy. Born Lacedonia, Avellino, Italy, May 18, 1893. Son of Cesare Infascelli and Teresa De Simone. Attended public schools in his native town. Came to America in 1911 settling in Quincy. In business since 1920. Married Loreta Mazzola of Quincy June 11, 1916. Children: Cesare, a graduate of Quincy High, is associated with his father in photographer's business, now in U. S. Army; Geno, a graduate of Quincy High School, is ship fitter, now in U. S. Navy as torpedo man in the South Pacific; Lindo, a graduate of Quincy trade school as plumber, is in U. S. Navy; and Mary is attending Sacred Heart High School. Member: Order Sons of Italy, and the Elks. Fond of travel, swimming, art, and music. Has a brother Cesare and a sister Mrs. Lucia Dresda both in Italy. Res .: 55 Jackson St., Quincy.
INFELISE, FRANK-General Insurance and Real Estate. Born Figline Vegliaturo, Cosenza, Italy, March 4, 1897. Son of Domenico Infelise and Theresa Adamo. Came to America in 1908 settling in Lynn, where he
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attended public schools. In business since 1937. Formerly with Boston Mutual Life Ins. Co. and a shoe worker. Married Concetta Catino of Revere July 11, 1929. One son Frank Jr., born Aug. 8, 1930. Member: Lynn Real Estate Exchange; Eagles; West Lynn Italian Civic Assn. and Lynn Italian American Citizens Club, where he was instrumental in obtaining the Assn. present home. Has been a prominent leader in the field of labor, a former candidate for state representative and active in civic and political affairs. His father, a native of Pianegrate, Cosenza, Italy, came to U. S. in 1897 settling in Lynn. Had the following children: Frank; Mrs. Rachel Castel- luzzi; and Mrs. Susie Pope. Res .: 59 Elsmere. Ave., Lynn.
INGAGLIO, SALVATORE-Founder and President of Paul Revere Politi- cal Club, 6 Wiget St., Boston. Born Campobello Delicata, Agrigento, Italy, June 24, 1894. Son of Diego Ingaglio and Angela Di Angi. Came to America in 1920 settling in Boston, where in 1936 he founded the above named club, whose aim is to endorse clean and upright men in office. It has also helped many in need to obtain work. Mr. Ingaglio, himself, has been the means of helping over 3000 Italians in the community to become useful Amercan citizens. He married Sarina Marchesa in 1915, has one daughter -Angelina. Served in World War I. Was wounded and holds medals for service rendered.
INGEMI, STEFANO-Proprietor, Steve's Quality Market, 38 Margin St., Salem. Born Salici, Messina, Italy, Nov. 14, 1887. Son of Domenico In- gemi and Stefana Celona. Came to America in 1904, settling in Salém. In business since 1916. Married Giuseppina Tomaso of Salici, Italy, April 1910. Children: Domenic, in bakery business, married to Rose Pelonzi; Joseph, in bleach-water business, married to Isabella Michauld; John, in poultry business, married to Lillian Santangelo; Stephane, married to Dante Rosatti; Maria, married to Floriando Scialdoni; Joan, married to Camillo Cesarone; Messina, married to Paul Deschiamps; Stephen Jr., graduate of Salem High all scholastic, and attended Holmes Jr. College of Mississippi, now in U. S. Army. Member: Christopher Columbus Society; Italian Amer- ican Educational Club; and Sons of Salici Santostefano Society. Has a brother, Francesco, and a sister, Concetta. Res .: 220 Highland Ave., Salem.
INNAMORATI, ARTHUR THOMAS-Partner, Corner Cupboard Restau- rant, 1 High St., Clinton. Born Newton May 6, 1920. Son of John B. Innamorati and Giovannina Stringillo. Graduated from Clinton High School. In restaurant business with his brother Alexander since 1944. Formerly in general contracting business. Married Mary Fortugno of Clinton June 1, 1940. Children: Arthur Jr., born April 16, 1941 and John Angelo, born May 26, 1943. Member of K. C., and Liberty Club. His father was born in Amandola, Ascoli Piceno, Italy. Came to America in 1902 settling in Clin- ton in 1920. Had the following children: Mrs. Mary Laney; late Albert; Alexander, a graduate of Worcester Trade School; Anthony, a graduate of Mass. Institute of Technology, was engineer in U. S. Dept. of the Interior, is an ensign in U. S. Navy; John B. Jr., is in U. S. Army overseas; Arthur Thomas; and Lena Theresa. All are graduates of Clinton High School. Res .: 23 Olive St., Clinton.
INNAMORATI, NAZARENO-General construction work, 137 Clark St., Clinton. Born Amandola, Ascoli Piceno, Italy, May 28, 1883. Son of An- tonio Imamorati and Maria Paternesi. Came to America in 1902. Began as mason foreman in New Hampshire, later in New York he became assistant supervisor of 700 men in the construction of 59th St. bridge. Continued building bridges, tunnels and roads in several other states. Settled in Clin- ton in 1919 and with his brother John began in the general contracting business, largest concern of its kind in the city. They have built chain stores from coast to coast for the A. & P., First National Stores; Woolworth; W. T. Grant; J. J. Newbury Co. etc. Also slaughter houses and packing houses. Married Loreta Contratti Nov. 27, 1911. Children: Maria, is a beauticianist; Ida, is married to Martin Whitney; Isola, is a graduate of Salters Secretarial
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School; Joseph, is associated with his father in above business; Rena and Nazareno, all of whom have attended Clinton High School. Mr. Innamorati has traveled in Italy four times and is commendatore of Military Order of Mercy of Vatican City, appointed by the former Pope. Res .: 135 Clark St., Clinton.
INTROINI, MRS. MARY FRANCES (Mrs. Rudolph Joseph Introini)- Daughter of Benjamin Ianzito and Grace Verrilli. Graduated from Milford High School in 1925. Was for eleven years in the service of Attorney Alfred Cenedella. Married Rudolph Joseph Introini of Milford Dec. 30, 1933. Son of Gaetano and Natalina Introini. Mrs. Introini's father Benjamin Ianzito was born in Castelfranco in Miscano, Benevento, Italy. Came to U. S. in 1894, was among the pioneer Italian settlers of Milford. Had the following children: Samuel J., U. S. Army; Michael, graduate of Milford High, is druggist at Gardella Drug Store; Mary Frances; Mrs. Lena Bertarelli of Borger, Taxes; Leonard, graduate of Milford High, is in U. S. Army air force; and Grace E., graduate of Milford High. Res .: 171/2 So. High St., Milford.
INVERSO, RALPH-Division Chief Deputy of U. S. Internal Revenue, Springfield Division. Born Cairano, Avellino, Italy, Sept. 24, 1900. Son of Joseph Inverso and Mariantonia Santoro. Was brought to America in 1909 settling in Pittsfield. Graduated from Williston Academy in 1926, was mem- ber of varsity baseball and football teams. Graduated from Williams Col- lege in 1930, B.A., was member of the college baseball team. With the Internal Revenue Dept. since 1933. Married Hazel Quirico of Pittsfield, Oct. 7, 1939. Children: Eugenia Maria and Lucia Michela. Fond of all sports. His father came to America in 1890 settling in Pittsfield. Had the following children: Giovanni, Michael, Ralph, Salvatore, and Leo. Was professional boxer for several years in his younger days, and served for a year in U. S. Army. Res .: Division of Internal Revenue, Springfield.
IODICE, SALVATORE-Custom tailor. Born Massalubrense, Naples, Italy, Dec. 25, 1884. Son of Gaetano Iodice and Angelina Festinese. At- tended elementary and high schools in Italy, where he also learned custom tailoring. Came to America in 1907 settling in Waltham. In business since 1922. Married Maria Yamartino of Waltham, Sept. 24, 1911. Children: Renato, graduate of the Waltham High and Mass. Institute of Technology, a naval architect and construction designer; Marcello, graduate of Waltham High and Boston Museum of Fine Arts School on four years scholarship, in U. S. Army overseas; Tullio, graduate of Waltham High, attended Lowell Institute of M. I. T. and Mass. Aircraft School, aeroplane construction designer; and Theresa, student. Mr. Iodice was formerly a band musician. . Has a sister Teresa in South America, and a brother Gaetano; living in Italy, who is a noted band master and composer, holder of international gold medal for his musical compositions, was a friend of Caruso. Bus: 8 Lex- ington St. Res .: 108 Lowell St., Waltham.
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